HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-62 - Resolutions RESOLUTION NO. 04-62
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING TENTATIVE TRACT
MAP NO. SUBTT16592, A SUBDIVISION OF 7.59 ACRES OF LAND INTO
11 NUMBERED LOTS IN THE VERY LOW RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT (.1-2
DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE), LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF
HILLSIDE ROAD ON THE EAST SIDE OF TOLSTOY RANCH ROAD; AND
MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF -APN: 1061-561-05.
A. Recitals.
1. Elba Inc. filed an application for the approval of Tentative Tract Map No. SUBTT16592,
as described in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Tentative Tract
Map request is referred to as "the application."
2. On the 26th day of May 2004, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho
Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the application and concluded said hearing
on that date.
3. All legal prerequisites prior to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred.
B. Resolution.
NOW, THEREFORE, it is hereby found, determined, and resolved bythe Planning Commission
of the City of Rancho Cucamonga as follows:
1. This Commission hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals,
Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct.
2. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the above-
referenced public hearing on May 26, 2004, including written and oral staff reports, together with
public testimony, this Commission hereby specifically finds as follows:
a. The application applies to property located west of Archibald Avenue and north of
Hillside Road, with a street frontage of approximately 460 feet on Hillside Road and a street frontage
of approximately 215 feet on Archibald Avenue; and
b. The property to the north of the subject site has a recorded final map and has been
mass-graded for future single-family dwelling units; the property to the south has an approved
tentative map and has been mass-graded for future single-family dwelling units; the property to the
east is the historic landmark Demens-Tolstoy Ranch House and across Archibald Avenue is
developed with single-family homes; and the properties to the west are vacant and are zoned Very
Low Residential; and
C. 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; and
d. The applicant conducted one neighborhood meeting to inform surrounding
neighborhood residents of the proposed project and to obtain their feedback; and
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e. The project will install a Community Trail on the North of Hillside Road from the
intersection of Tolstoy Ranch Road east to Archibald Avenue, and a Community Trail on the west
side of Archibald Avenue from the intersection of Archibald Avenue and Hillside Road north to the
north boundary of Tentative Tract Map SUBTT16592,thereby implementing the goals of the General
Plan by obtaining trail improvements as new development is processed through the development
review process; and
f. All lots of Tentative Tract Map SUBTT16592 meet or exceed the Basic
Development Standards for area, width, frontage, and depth.
3. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the above-
referenced public hearing and upon the specific findings of facts set forth in paragraphs 1 and 2
above, this Commission hereby finds and concludes as follows:
a. The tentative tract is consistent with the General Plan and the Development Code;
and
b. The design or improvements of the tentative tract is consistent with the General
Plan, Development Code, and any applicable specific plans; and
C. The site is physically suitable for the type of development proposed; and
d. The design of the subdivision is not likely to cause substantial environmental
damage and avoidable injury to humans and wildlife or their habitat; and
e. The tentative tract is not likely to cause serious public health problems; and
f. The design of the tentative tract will not conflict with any easement acquired by the
public at large, now of record, for access through or use of the property within the proposed
subdivision.
4. Based upon the facts and information contained in the proposed Mitigated Negative
Declaration,together with all written and oral reports included for the environmental assessment for
the application,the Planning Commission finds that there is no substantial evidence that the project
will have a significant effect upon the environment and adopts a Mitigated Negative Declaration and
Monitoring Program attached hereto, and incorporated herein by this reference, based upon the
findings as follows:
a. That the Mitigated Negative Declaration has been prepared in compliance with the
California Environmental Quality Act of 1970, as amended, and the State CEQA guidelines
promulgated thereunder; that said Mitigated Negative Declaration and the Initial Study prepared
therefore reflect the independent judgment of the Planning Commission; and, further, this
Commission has reviewed and considered the information contained in said Mitigated Negative
Declaration with regard to the application.
b. Although the Mitigated Negative Declaration identifies certain significant
environmental effects that will result if the project is approved, all significant effects have been
reduced to an acceptable level by imposition of mitigation measures on the project which are listed
below as conditions of approval.
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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 setforth below
and in the Standard Conditions, attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference:
Planning Division
1) Tree Removal Permit DRC2004-00075 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 Measures, Numbers 1, 2, and 3
under Biological Resources listed below. The Tree Removal Permit
shall be valid for 90 days from the date of final map recordation for
Tentative Tract Map SUBTT16592 or building permit issuance,
whichever comes first.
2) The developer shall provide each prospective buyer of comer lots
written notice of maintaining the landscaped parkway. The written
notice shall be signed by the prospective buyer prior to acceptance of
cash deposit on the property.
3) Where freestanding perimeter walls meet a slope condition, the
perimeter wall shall be placed at the top of slope, behind a 1-foot
bench.
4) All perimeter walls and all walls exposed to public view shall be split-
face.
5) All interior side and rear walls shall be of block material.
6) Water bars shall be installed on the private equestrian easement
between Lots 1 and 2 to minimize erosion.
7) Feeder Trail 20 feet to 15 feet Transition Vehicle Gate with City
Standard "Unauthorized Vehicles Prohibited" signs and side step
through for horse access shall be installed at the two local trail access
points on Tolstoy Ranch Road and Archibald Avenue, per City Standard
Drawing No. 1006-B.
8) A 5-foot, double solid non-wood gate (10-foot total width) shall be
installed at each trail access location to the horse corral area.
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9) Trail improvements shall be installed per City Standard Drawing No.
1002-A (Reverse Frontage Parkways) for the Community Trail on
Hillside Road and per City Standard Drawing No. 1003 (Side Area
Parkways) for the Community Trail on Archibald Avenue.
Engineering Division
1) Archibald Avenue shall be improved in accordance with City "Major
Arterial' standards as required and including:
a) Provide curb, gutter, 9500 Lumens HPSV, streetlights, and street
trees.
b) Provide a Community Trail per City Standard 1003 (Side Area
Parkways).
c) Provide a 5-foot wide bike lane.
d) Provide additional traffic signing and signage, as required.
e) No driveway(s) shall be allowed on Archibald Avenue.
f) Protect or replace existing R26(s) "No Stopping" signs.
g) The above-required improvements shall be from the easterly
projection of the northerly tract boundary to the intersection of
Archibald Avenue and Hillside Road.
2) Hillside Road shall be improved in accordance with City "Collector
Street' standards as required and including:
a) Provide curb, gutter, 5800 Lumens HPSV streetlights, and street
trees.
b) Provide a Community Trail per City Standard 1002-A (Reverse
Frontage Parkways)
c) Provide a 5-foot wide bike lane.
d) Provide additional traffic signing and signage, as required.
e) No driveway(s) shall be allowed on Hillside Road.
f) Protect or replace existing R26(s) "No Stopping" signs.
g) The above-required improvements shall be from the intersection
of Hillside Road and Tolstoy Ranch Road to the intersection of
Hillside Road and Archibald Avenue.
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3) Tolstoy Ranch Road shall be improved in accordance with City"Local
Street' standards as required and including:
a) Provide a.c. pavement, curb, gutter, sidewalk, access ramps,
5800 Lumens HPSV streetlights, and street trees.
b) Provide traffic signing and signage, as required.
c) No driveways shall be allowed on Tolstoy Ranch Road for Lots 8
and 11.
d) Tolstoy Ranch Road shall have a crossfall of 1.70 percent per
City Std. 100-A.
e) Tolstoy Ranch Road shall be constructed with a minimum of 40-
foot street easement and 26-foot wide pavement except on the
frontage of Lot 1, which will transition from 40-foot easement to
30-foot easement. The transition fronting Lot twill be allowed
only if the City is unsuccessful in obtaining the additional 10-foot
wide dedication from Tract 16262.
4) "A" and "B" Streets shall be improved in accordance with City "Local
Street' standards as required and including:
a) Provide a.c. pavement, curb, gutter, sidewalk, access ramps,
5800 Lumens HPSV streetlights, and street trees
b) Provide traffic signing and signage, as required.
c) "A"and"B"Streets shall have a crossfall of 1.70 percent per City
Standard 100-A.
5) The City is making a good faith effort to acquire an additional 10-foot
wide dedication on Tolstoy Ranch Road from the developer of Tract
16262. If the City is successful, this development will provide the City
an additional 10-foot wide dedication fronting Lot 1 on Tolstoy Ranch
Road.
6) An in-lieu fee as contribution to the future undergrounding of the
existing overhead utilities (telecommunications and electrical,except for
the 66KV electrical) on the opposite side of Archibald Avenue shall be
paid to the City prior to map approval or issuance of building permits,
whichever comes first. The fee shall be one-half the City adopted unit
amount times the length of the project frontage.
7) An in-lieu fee as contribution to the future undergrounding of the
existing overhead utilities(telecommunications and electrical,exceptfor
the 66KV electrical) on the opposite side of Hillside Road shall be paid
to the City prior to map approval or issuance of building permits,
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whichever comes first. The fee shall be one-half the City adopted unit
amount times the length of the project frontage.
8) Where private local trail gradients exceed 4 percent,water bars,splash
curbs, or other diversionary devices shall be used. Where a
downstream end of a trail meets a street,the trail shall be graded at no
more than 0.5 percent for a distance of 25 feet from the right-of-way
line to prohibit the deposit of trail surface debris onto the
sidewalk/street. Provide curbside drain outlets for adjacent drainage
devices.
9) Grading Plan shall provide concrete swales and a minimum of two
inlets and curbside drain outlets on Lots 5 through 8.
10) 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.
Environmental Mitigation
Air Quality
1) All construction equipment shall be maintained in good operating
condition so as to reduce operational emissions. The contractor shall
ensure that all construction equipment is being properly serviced and
maintained as per manufacturers'specifications. Maintenance records
shall be available at the construction site for City verification.
2) Prior to 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
the project. Contractors shall also conform to any construction
measures imposed by the South Coast Air Quality Management District
(SCAQMD) as well as City Planning staff.
3) All paints and coatings shall meet or exceed performance standards
noted in SCAQMD Rule 1113. Paints and coatings shall be applied
either by hand or high volume, low-pressure spray.
4) All asphalt shall meet or exceed performance standards noted in
SCAQMD Rule 1108.
5) All construction equipment shall comply with SCAQMD Rules 402 and
403. Additionally, contractors shall include the following provisions:
• Reestablish ground cover on the construction site through
seeding and watering.
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• 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.
• Suspend grading operations during high winds(i.e., wind speeds
exceeding 25 mph) in accordance with Rule 403 requirements.
• Maintain a minimum 24-inch freeboard ratio on soils haul trucks or
cover payloads using tarps or other suitable means.
6) The site shall be treated with water of other soil-stabilizing agent
(approved by SCAQMD and Regional Water Quality Control Board
[RWQCB]) daily to reduce PM10 emissions, in accordance with
SCAQMD Rule 403.
7) Chemical soil stabilizers(approved by SCAQMD and RWQCB)shall be
applied to all inactive construction areas that remain inactive for
96 hours or more to reduce PM1a emissions.
8) The construction contractor shall utilize electric or clean alternative fuel
powered equipment where feasible.
9) The construction contractor shall ensure that Construction Grading
Plans include a statement that work crews will shut off equipmentwhen
not in use.
10) All residential and commercial structures shall be required to
incorporate high efficiency/low polluting heating, air conditioning,
appliances, and water heaters.
11) All residential and commercial structures shall be required to
incorporate thermal pane windows and weather stripping.
Biological Resources
1) The 10 Coast Live Oaks, numbers 17a, 18, 19, 22, 24, 36, 38, 39, 40
and 89, shall be preserved on-site by relocation. The trees shall be
identified and tagged prior to commencing grading. The 10 Coast Live
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Oaks shall remain side-boxed for a minimum of 120 days. After 120
days, the Oaks shall be bottom boxed using tunneling techniques. The
trees shall receive on-going maintenance during the construction period
and for a minimum of 3 years after being replanted. The trees shall be
replanted into an area where they can be maintained free from other
landscape elements within the project. No sprinkler over-spray can be
allowed to the trees. After side-boxing and after replanting, the roots
shall be inoculated with micchorizae. The developer shall submit a 3-
year maintenance care program, prepared by an arborist, prior to
issuance of permits. The developer shall enter into a prepaid 3-year
maintenance contract. The developer shall record access rights onto
private property with the final map for maintenance of these Oak trees.
The developer shall provide written disclosure of the requirement to
preserve these Oak trees, including a copy of this mitigation measure
and the City of Rancho Cucamonga Municipal Code Chapter 19.08, to
each prospective buyer prior to accepting a cash deposit on any
affected lot. The disclosure format shall be approved by the City
Planner prior to final map recordation.
2) The 68 Eucalyptus globulous 'Blue Gum' shall be replaced at a 1:1
ratio, minimum 15-gallon size, Eucalpytus Maculata 'Spotted Gum'
species. The Eucalyptus Maculata shall be planted in a 330-foot by
660-foot grid pattern (i.e., generally along site perimeter). The
replacement plantings may follow any portion of this grid, provided the
total length of on-site windrows meets or exceeds the minimum length
required. Final design of windrows shall be subject to City Planner
review and approval.
3) The use of pier footings for walls and aeration tubes shall be
implemented during grading of the project site in order to minimize the
impact of grading on the 20 Eucalyptus trees located near the north
property line on the Tolstoy parcel.
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.
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• 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:
• Assign a paleontological monitor, trained and equipped to allow
the rapid removal of fossils with minimal construction delay,to the
site full-time during the interval of earth-disturbing activities.
• Should fossils be found within an area being cleared or graded,
divert earth-disturbing activities elsewhere until the monitor has
completed salvage. If construction personnel make the
discovery, the grading contractor should immediately divert
construction and notify the monitor of the find.
• Submit summary report to City of Rancho Cucamonga. Transfer
collected specimens with a copy of the report to San Bernardino
County Museum.
Geology and Soils
1) The site shall be treated with water or other soil-stabilizing agent
(approved by SCAQMD and RWQCB) daily to reduce PM10 emissions,
in accordance with SCAQMD Rule 403.
2) Frontage public streets shall be swept according to a schedule
established by the City to reduce PM10 emissions associated with
vehicle tracking of soil off site. Timing may vary depending upon time
of year of construction.
3) Grading operations shall be suspended when wind speeds exceed
25 mph to minimize PM10 emissions from the site during such
episodes.
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4) Chemical soil stabilizers (approved by SCAQMD and RWQCB) shall
be applied to all inactive construction areas that remain inactive for 96
hours or more to reduce PMio emissions.
Hydrology and Water Quality
1) Structures to retain precipitation and runoff on-site shall be integrated
into the design of the project where appropriate. Measures that may
be used to minimize runoff and to enhance infiltration include Dutch
drains, pre-cast concrete lattice blocks and bricks, terraces,
diversions, runoff spreaders, seepage pits, and recharge basins
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2) Prior to issuance of building permits, the applicant shall submit to the
City Engineer for approval of a Water Quality Management Plan
(WQMP), including a project description and identifying Best
Management Practices (BMPs) that will be used on-site to reduce
pollutants into the storm drain system to the maximum extent
practicable. The WQMP shall identify the structural and non-structural
measures consistent with the Guidelines for New Development and
Redevelopment adopted by the City of Rancho Cucamonga in June
2000.
3) 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 Discharger's Identification Number)
shall be submitted to the City Engineer for coverage under the NPDES
General Construction Permit.
Noise
1) 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.
2) 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.
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3) Any perimeter block wall shall be constructed as early as possible in the
first phase.
4) Haul truck deliveries shall not take place between the hours of
8:00 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. on weekdays, including Saturday, or at any
time on Sunday or a national holiday. Additionally, if heavy trucks used
for hauling would exceed 100 daily trips (counting both to and from the
construction site), then the developer shall prepare a noise mitigation
plan denoting any construction traffic haul routes. To the extent
feasible, the plan shall denote haul routes that do not pass sensitive
land uses or residential dwellings.
6. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 26TH DAY OF MAY 2004.
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
BY: , W
Rich Macias, Chairman
ATTEST:
Brad ecret
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 26th day of May 2004, by the following vote-to-wit:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS: FLETCHER, MACIAS, McNIEL, McPHAIL, STEWART
NOES: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
City of Rancho Cucamonga
MITIGATION MONITORING
PROGRAM
Project File No.: DRC2003-01139 AND SUBTT16592
This Mitigation Monitoring Program (MMP)has been prepared for use in implementing the mitigation
measures identified in the Mitigated Negative Declaration for the above-listed project. This program
has been prepared in compliance with State law to ensure that adopted mitigation measures are
implemented (Section 21081.6 of the Public Resources Code).
Program Components - This MMP contains the following elements:
1. Conditions of approval that act as impact mitigation measures are recorded with the action and
the procedure necessary to ensure compliance.The mitigation measure conditions of approval
are contained in the adopted Resolution of Approval for the project.
2. A procedure of compliance and verification has been outlined for each action necessary. This
procedure designates who will take action, what action will be taken and when, and to whom
and when compliance will be reported.
3. The MMP has been designed to provide focused, yet flexible guidelines. As monitoring
progresses, changes to compliance procedures may be necessary based upon
recommendations by those responsible for the program.
Program Management - The MMP will be in-place through all phases of the project. The project
planner, assigned by the City Planner, shall coordinate enforcement of the MMP. The project
planner oversees the MMP and reviews the Reporting Forms to ensure they are filled out correctly
and proper action is taken on each mitigation. Each City department shall ensure compliance of the
conditions (mitigation) that relate to that department.
Procedures - The following steps will be followed by the City of Rancho Cucamonga.
1. A fee covering all costs and expenses, including any consultants' fees, incurred by the City in
performing monitoring or reporting programs shall be charged to the applicant.
2. A MMP Reporting Form will be prepared for each potentially significant impact and its
corresponding mitigation measure identified in the Mitigation Monitoring Checklist, attached
hereto. This procedure designates who will take action,what action will 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
DRC2003-01139 AND SUBTT16592
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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.: Development Review DRC2003-01139 and Tentative Tract Map SUBTT16592 - Applicant: Elba, Inc.
Initial Study Prepared by: Donald Granger, Assistant Planner Date: 12/17/03
Mitigation Measures No. Responsible Monitoring Timing of of Verified Sanctions for
ImplementingDate/initials Non-Compliance
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All construction equipment shall be maintained in good CP C Review of plans A/C 2/4
operating condition so as to reduce operational
emissions. Contractor shall ensure that all construction
equipment is being properly serviced and maintained as
per manufacturers'specifications. Maintenance records
shall be available at the construction site for City
verification.
Prior to the issuance of any grading permits, developer CP/CE C Review of plans C 2
shall submit construction plans to City denoting the
proposed schedule and projected equipment use.
Construction contractors shall provide evidence that low
emission mobile construction equipment will be utilized,
or that their use was investigated and found to be
infeasible for the project. Contractors shall also conform
to any construction measures imposed by the South
Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) as
well as City Planning Staff.
All paints and coatings shall meet or exceed CP C Review of plans A/C 2/4
performance standards noted in SCAQMD Rule 1113.
Paints and coatings shall be applied either by hand or
high volume, low-pressure spray.
All asphalt shall meet or exceed performance standards BO B Review of plans A/C 2
noted in SCAQMD Rule 1108.
All construction equipment shall comply with SCAQMD CE C Review of plans A/C 2/4
Rules 402 and 403. Additionally, contractors shall
include the following provisions:
• Reestablish ground cover on the construction site CE C Review of plans A/C 2/4
through seeding and watering.
• Pave or apply gravel to any on-site haul roads. CE C Review of plans A/C 2/4
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• 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 During A 4
by the City if silt is carried over to adjacent public construction
thoroughfares or occurs as a result of hauling.
Timing may vary depending upon time of year of
construction.
• Suspend grading operations during high winds(i.e., BO/CE C During A 4
wind speeds exceeding 25 mph) in accordance with construction
Rule 403 requirements.
• Maintain a minimum 24-inch freeboard ratio on soils BO/CE C During A 4
haul trucks or cover payloads using tarps or other Construction
suitable means.
The site shall be treated with water or other soil- BO/CE C During A 4
stabilizing agent (approved by SCAQMD and Regional construction
Water Quality Control Board [RWQCB]) daily to reduce
PM,o emissions,in accordance with SCAQMD Rule 403.
Chemical soil stabilizers (approved by SCAQMD and BO/CE C During A 4
RWQCB) shall be applied to all inactive construction construction
areas that remain inactive for 96 hours or more to
reduce PM10 emissions.
The construction contractor shall utilize electric or clean CE C Review of plans A/C 4
alternative fuel powered equipment where feasible.
The construction contractor shall ensure that CE C Review of plans A/C 2/4
construction-grading plans include a statement that work
crews will shut off equipment when not in use.
All residential and commercial structures shall be BO C/D Review of plans C 2/4
required to incorporate high efficiency/low polluting
heating,air conditioning,appliances,and water heaters.
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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.
Biological
The 10 Coast Live Oaks, numbers 17a, 18, 19, 22, 24, CP B/C Review of A/C 2/4
36, 38, 39, 40 and 89, shall be preserved on-site by plans/During
relocation. The trees shall be identified and tagged prior construction
to commencing grading. The 10 Coast Live Oaks shall
remain side-boxed for a minimum of 120 days. After
120 days, the Oaks shall be bottom boxed using
tunneling techniques. The trees shall receive on going
maintenance during the construction period and for a
minimum of 3 years after being replanted. The trees
shall be replanted into an area where they can be
maintained free from other landscape elements within
the project. No sprinkler over-spray can be allowed to
the trees. After side-boxing and after replanting, the
roots shall be inoculated with micchorizae. The
developer shall submit a 3-year maintenance care
program, prepared by an arborist, prior to issuance of
permits. The developer shall enter into a pre-paid 3-
year maintenance contract. The developer shall record
access rights onto private property with the final map for
maintenance of these Oak trees. The developer shall
provide written disclosure of the requirement to preserve
these Oak trees, including a copy of this mitigation
measure and the City of Rancho Cucamonga Municipal
Code Chapter 19.08, to each prospective buyer prior to
accepting a cash deposit on any affected lot. The
disclosure format shall be approved by the City Planner
prior to final map recordation.
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The 68 Eucalyptus globulous 'Blue Gum' shall be CP B/C Review of A/C 2/4
replaced at a 1:1 ratio, minimum 15-gallon size, plans/During
Eucalpytus Maculata 'Spotted Gum' species. The construction
Eucalyptus Maculata shall be planted in a 330-foot by
660-foot grid pattern (i.e., generally along site
perimeter). The replacement plantings may follow any
portion of this grid, provided the total length of on-site
windrows meets or exceeds the minimum length
required. Final design of windrows shall be subject to
City Planner review and approval.
The use of pier footings for walls and aeration tubes CP B/C Review of A/C 2/4
shall be implemented during grading of the project site plans/During
in order to minimize the impact of grading on the 20 construction
Eucalyptus trees located near the north property line on
the Tolstoy parcel.
Cultural Resources
If any prehistoric archaeological resources are
encountered before or during grading,the developer will
retain a qualified archaeologist to monitor construction
activities, to take appropriate measures to protect or
preserve them for study. With the assistance of the
archaeologist, the City of Rancho Cucamonga will:
• Enact interim measures to protect undesignated CP/BO C Review of report A/D 3/4
sites from demolition or significant modification
without an opportunity for the City to establish its
archaeolo ical value.
• Consider establishing provisions to require CP/BO C Review of report A/D 3/4
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 CP/BO C Review of report A/D 3/4
archaeological heritage.
Propose mitigation measures and recommend CP/BO C Review of report A/D 3/4
conditions of approval to eliminate adverse project
effects on significant, important, and unique
prehistoric resources, following appropriate CEQA
guidelines.
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• Prepare a technical resources management report, CP C Review of report A/D 3/4
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.
A qualified paleontologist shall conduct a preconstruction CP B Review of report A/D 4
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
followinq measures:
• Assign a paleontological monitor, trained and CP B Review of report A/D 4
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 BO B/C Review of report A/D 4
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 CP D Review of report D 3
Cucamonga. Transfer collected specimens with a
copy of the report to San Bernardino County
Museum.
Geology and Soils
The site shall be treated with water or other soil- BO/CE C During A 4
stabilizing agent(approved by SCAQMD and RWQCB) construction
daily to reduce PM10 emissions, in accordance with
SCAQMD Rule 403.
Frontage public streets shall be swept according to a CE C During A 4
schedule established by the City to reduce PM10 construction
emissions associated with vehicle tracking of soil off-
site. Timing may vary depending upon time of year of
construction.
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Grading operations shall be suspended when wind BO/CE C During A 4
speeds exceed 25 mph to minimize PM,o emissions construction
from the site during such episodes.
Chemical soil stabilizers (approved by SCAQMD and BO/CE C During A 4
RWQCB) shall be applied to all inactive construction construction
areas that remain inactive for 96 hours or more to
reduce PM10 emissions.
Hydrology and Water Quality
Structures to retain precipitation and runoff on-site shall CE B/C/D Review of plans A/C 2/4
be integrated into the design of the project where
appropriate. Measures that may be used to minimize
runoff and to enhance infiltration include Dutch drains,
precast concrete lattice blocks and bricks, terraces,
diversions,runoff spreaders,seepage pits,and recharge
basins.
Prior to issuance of building permits,the applicant shall CE B/C/D Review of plans A/C 2/4
submit to the City Engineer for approval of a Water
Quality Management Plan (WQMP), including a project
description and identifying Best Management Practices
(BMPs)that will be used on-site to reduce pollutants into
the storm drain system to the maximum extent
practicable. The W OMP shall identify the structural and
non-structural measures consistent with the Guidelines
for New Development and Redevelopment adopted by
the City of Rancho Cucamonga in June 2000.
Prior to issuance of grading or paving permits,applicant CE B/C/D Review of plans A/C 2/4
shall submit to the City engineer a Notice of Intent(NOI)
to comply with obtaining coverage under the National
Pollutant 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
Discharger's Identification Number) shall be submitted
to the City Engineer for coverage under the NPDES
General Construction Permit.
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Noise
Construction or grading shall not take place between the BO C During A 4
hours of 8:00 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. on weekdays, construction
including Saturday, or at any time on Sunday or a
national holiday.
Construction or grading noise levels shall not exceed the CP C During A 4
standards specified in Development Code Section construction
17.02.120-D, as measured at the property line.
Developer shall hire a consultant to perform weekly
noise level monitoring as specified in Development
Code Section 17.02.120. Monitoring at other times may
be required by the Planning Division. Said consultant
shall report their findings to the Planning Division within
24 hours; however, if noise levels exceed the above
standards, then the consultant shall immediately notify
the Planning Division. If noise levels exceed the above
standards,then construction activities shall be reduced
in intensity to a level of compliance with above noise
standards or halted.
Any perimeter block wall shall be constructed as early CP C During A A
as possible in the first phase. construction
Haul truck deliveries shall not take place between the POGO C During A 417
hours of 8:00 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. on weekdays, construction
including Saturday, or at any time on Sunday or a
national holiday. Additionally, if heavy trucks used for
hauling would exceed 100 daily trips (counting both to
and from the construction site),then the developer shall
prepare a . noise mitigation plan denoting any
construction traffic haul routes. To the extent feasible,
the plan shall denote haul routes that do not pass
sensitive land uses or residential dwellings.
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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#: Tentative Tract Map SUBTT16592
SUBJECT: 11 Lot Subdivision
APPLICANT: Elba Inc.
LOCATION: West of Archibald, North of Hillside Road
ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE PLANNING DIVISION,(909)477-2750, FOR COMPLIANCE
WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
A. General Requirements completion Date
1. The applicant shall agree to defend at his sole expense any action brought against the City, its
agents,officers,or employees, because of the issuance of such approval,or in the alternative,to
relinquish such approval. The applicant shall reimburse the City, its agents, officers, or
employees, for any Court costs and attorney's fees which the City, its agents, officers, or
employees may be required by a court to pay as a result of such action. The City may,at its sole
discretion,participate at its own expense in the defense of any such action but such participation
shall not relieve applicant of his obligations under this condition.
B. Time Limits
1. This tentative tract map or tentative parcel map shall expire, unless extended by the Planning
Commission, unless a complete final map is filed with the City Engineer within 3 years from the
date of the approval.
C. Site Development
1. The site shall be developed and maintained in accordance with the approved plans which include
site plans,architectural elevations,exterior materials and colors,landscaping,sign program,and
grading on file in the Planning Division, the conditions contained herein, and the Development
Code regulations.
2. Prior to any use of the project site or business activity being commenced thereon,all Conditions
of Approval shall be completed to the satisfaction of the City Planner.
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3. 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.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. A detailed plan indicating trail widths, maximum slopes, physical conditions, fencing, and weed
control, in accordance with City Master Trail drawings,shall be submitted for City Planner review
and approval prior to approval and recordation of the Final Tract Map and prior to approval of
street improvement and grading plans. Developer shall upgrade and construct all trails,including
fencing and drainage devices, in conjunction with street improvements.
a. Local Feeder Trails (i.e., private equestrian easements) shall, at a minimum, be fenced
with two-rail,4-inch lodgepole"peeler"logs to define both sides of the easement;however,
developer may upgrade to an alternate fence material.
b. Local Feeder Trail entrances shall also provide access for service vehicles, such as
veterinarians or hay deliveries, including a 12-foot minimum drive approach. Entrance
shall be gated provided that equestrian access is maintained through step-throughs.
C. Local Feeder Trail grades shall not exceed 0.5% at the downstream end of a trail for a
distance of 25 feet behind the public right-of-way line to prohibit trail debris from reaching
the street. Drainage devices may be required by the Building Official
d. Provide a 24-foot by 24-foot corral area in the rear yard. Grade access from corral to trail
with a maximum slope of 5:1 and a minimum width of 10 feet.
e. For single family residential development within the Equestrian/Rural Overlay District, at
least one model home shall be provided with a constructed 24-foot by 24-foot corral with
appropriate fencing.
7. The Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&Rs)shall not prohibit the keeping the equine
animals where zoning requirements for the keeping of said animals have been met. Individual lot
owners in subdivisions shall have the option of keeping said animals without the necessity of
appealing to boards of directors of homeowners' associations for amendments to the CC&Rs.
8. 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.
9. 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.
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D. Landscaping
1. A detailed landscape and irrigation plan, including slope planting and model home landscaping in
the case of residential development, shall be prepared by a licensed landscape architect and
submitted for City Planner review and approval prior to the issuance of building permits or prior
final map approval in the case of a custom lot subdivision.
2. Existing trees required to be preserved in place shall be protected with a construction barrier in
accordance with the Municipal Code Section 19.08.110,and so noted on the grading plans. The
location of those trees to be preserved in place and new locations for transplanted trees shall be
shown on the detailed landscape plans. The applicant shall follow all of the arborist's
recommendations regarding preservation, transplanting, and trimming methods.
3. All private slopes of 5 feet or more in vertical height and of 5:1 or greater slope, but less than 2:1
slope,shall be,at minimum, irrigated and landscaped with appropriate ground cover for erosion
control. Slope planting required by this section shall include a permanent irrigation system to be
installed by the developer prior to occupancy.
4. All private slopes in excess of 5 feet, but less than 8 feet in vertical height and of 2:1 or greater
slope shall be landscaped and irrigated for erosion control and to soften their appearance as
follows: one 15-gallon or larger size tree per each 150 sq.ft.of slope area, 1-gallon or larger size
shrub per each 100 sq.ft.of slope area,and appropriate ground cover. In addition,slope banks
in excess of 8 feet in vertical height and 2:1 or greater slope shall also include one 5-gallon or
larger size tree per each 250 sq. ft. of slope area. Trees and shrubs shall be planted in
staggered clusters to soften and vary slope plane. Slope planting required by this section shall
include a permanent irrigation system to be installed by the developer prior to occupancy.
5. For single-family residential development, all slope planting and irrigation shall be continuously
maintained in a healthy and thriving condition by the developer until each individual unit is sold
and occupied by the buyer. Prior to releasing occupancy for those units, an inspection shall be
conducted by the Planning Division to determine that they are in satisfactory condition.
6. 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.
E. Environmental
1. Mitigation measures are required for the project. The applicant is responsible for the cost of
implementing said measures, including monitoring and reporting. Applicant shall be required to
post cash, letter of credit, or other forms of guarantee acceptable to the City Planner in the
amount of$719 prior to the issuance of building permits,guaranteeing satisfactory performance
and completion of all mitigation measures. These funds may be used by the City to retain
consultants and/or pay for City staff time to monitor and report on the mitigation measures.
Failure to complete all actions required by the approved environmental documents shall be
considered grounds for forfeit.
F. Other Agencies
1. The applicant shall contact the U.S. Postal Service to determine the appropriate type and location
of mailboxes. Multi-family residential developments shall provide a solid overhead structure for
mailboxes with adequate lighting. The final location of the mailboxes and the design of the
overhead structure shall be subject to City Planner review and approval prior to the issuance of
building permits.
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APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE BUILDING AND SAFETY DIVISION, (909)477-2710, FOR
COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
NOTE: ANY REVISIONS MAY VOID THESE REQUIREMENTS AND NECESSITATE ADDITIONAL REVIEW(S)
G. General Requirements
1. Submit five complete sets of plans including the following:
a. Site/Plot Plan;
b. Foundation Plan;
C. Floor Plan;
d. Ceiling and Roof Framing Plan;
e. Electrical Plans (2 sets,detached) including the size of the main switch, number and size
of service entrance conductors, panel schedules, and single line diagrams;
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., SUBTT 16592)clearly identified on the outside of
all plans.
2. Submit two sets of structural calculations, energy conservation calculations, and a soils report.
Architect's/Engineer's stamp and "wet" signature are required prior to plan check submittal.
3. Contractors must show proof of State and City licenses and Workers'Compensation coverage to
the City prior to permit issuance.
4. Separate permits are required for fencing and/or walls.
5. Developers wishing to participate in the Community Energy Efficiency Program (CEEP) can
contact the Building and Safety Division staff for information and submittal requirements.
H. Site Development
1. Plans shall be submitted for plan check and approved prior to construction. All plans shall be
marked with the project file number(i.e., DRC2001-00001). The applicant shall comply with the
latest adopted California Codes, and all other applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations in
effect at the time of permit application. Contact the Building and Safety Division for availability of
the Code Adoption Ordinance and applicable handouts.
2. Prior to issuance of building permits for a new residential project or major addition,the applicant
shall pay development fees at the established rate. Such fees may include,but are not limited to:
City Beautification Fee, Park Fee, Drainage Fee,Transportation Development Fee, Permit and
Plan Check Fees, Construction and Demolition Diversion Program deposit and 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.
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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.
I. New Structures
1. Provide compliance with the California Building Code (CBC) for property line clearances
considering use, area, and fire-resistiveness.
2. Provide compliance with the California Building Code for required occupancy separations.
3. Roofing material shall be installed per the manufacturer's "high wind" instructions.
J. Grading
1. Grading of the subject property shall be in accordance with California Building Code,City Grading
Standards, and accepted grading practices. The final grading plan shall be in substantial
conformance with the approved grading plan.
2. A soils report shall be prepared by a qualified engineer licensed by the State of California to
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. In hillside areas, residential developments shall be graded and constructed consistent with the
standards contained in the Hillside Development Regulations Section 17.24.070.
6. 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 EngVeer.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE ENGINEERING DIVISION, (909) 477-2740, FOR
COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
K. Dedication and Vehicular Access
1. Rights-of-way and easements shall be dedicated to the City for all interior public streets,
community trails, public paseos,public landscape areas,street trees,traffic signal encroachment
and maintenance, and public drainage facilities as shown on the plans and/or tentative map.
Private easements for non-public facilities (cross-lot drainage, local feeder trails, etc.) shall be
reserved as shown on the plans and/or tentative map.
2. Dedication shall be made of the following rights-of-way on the perimeter streets(measured from
street centerline):
52 total feet on Archibald Avenue
42 total feet on Hillside Road
40 total feet on Tolstoy Ranch Road
3. Corner property line cutoffs shall be dedicated per City Standards. �—J—
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4. Vehicular access rights shall be dedicated to the City for the following streets, except for
approved openings: Archibald Avenue, Hillside Road, Tolstoy Ranch Road.
5. Private drainage easements for cross-lot drainage shall be provided and shall be delineated or
noted on the final map.
6. All existing easements lying within future rights-of-way shall be quit-claimed or delineated on the
final map.
L. Street Improvements
1. All public improvements(interior streets,drainage facilities,community trails,paseos,landscaped
areas, etc.) shown on the plans and/or tentative map shall be constructed to City Standards.
Interior street improvements shall include,but are not limited to,curb and gutter,AC pavement,
drive approaches, sidewalks, street lights, and street trees.
2. Pursuant to City Council Resolution No.88-557,no person shall make connections from a source
of energy,fuel or power to any building service equipment which is regulated by technical codes
and for which a permit is required unless, in addition to any and all other codes,regulations and
ordinances,all improvements required by these conditions of development approval have been
completed and accepted by the City Council, except:that in developments containing more than
one building or unit, the development may have energy connections made to a percentage of
those buildings, or units proportionate to the completion of improvements as required by
conditions of approval of development. In no case shall more than 95 percent of the buildings or
units be connected to energy prior to completion and acceptance of all improvements required by
these conditions of approval of development.
3. Construct the following perimeter street improvements including, but not limited to:
Curb& A.C. Side- Drive Street Street Comm Median Bike
Street Name Gutter Pvmt walk Appr. Lights Trees Trail Island Trail Other
Archibald Avenue X X X X X X
Hillside Road X X X X X X
Tolstoy Ranch Road X X X X X X
'A' & 'B' Streets X X X X X X
4. Improvement Plans and Construction:
a. Street improvement plans, including street trees,street lights,and intersection safety lights
on future signal poles, and traffic signal plans shall be prepared by a registered Civil
Engineer and shall be submitted to and approved by the City Engineer. Security shall be
posted and an agreement executed to the satisfaction of the City Engineer and the City
Attorney guaranteeing completion of the public and/or private street improvements,prior to
final map approval or the issuance of building permits, whichever occurs first.
b. Prior to any work being performed in public right-of-way, fees shall be paid and a
construction permit shall be obtained from the City Engineer's Office in addition to any
other permits required.
C. Pavement striping, marking,traffic signing,street name signing,traffic signal conduit,and
interconnect conduit shall be installed to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
d. Signal conduit with pull boxes shall be installed with any new construction or reconstruction
project along major or secondary streets and at intersections for future traffic signals and
interconnect wiring. Pull boxes shall be placed on both sides of the street at 3 feet outside
of BCR, ECR, or any other locations approved by the City Engineer
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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 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.
5. 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.
6. Install street trees per City street tree design guidelines and standards as follows. The completed
legend (box below) and construction notes shall appear on the title page of the street
improvement plans. Street improvement plans shall include a line item within the construction
legend stating: "Street trees shall be installed per the notes and legend on sheet 1." 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.
Klusman Avenue Magnolia grandiflora Southern Magnolia 8' 30'O.C. 15 Gal Fill
P.A. Less than 8' in
P.A. Less than 8' Magnolia grandiflora NCN 3' 20'O.C. 15 Gal Fill
in
PROVIDE STREET Select appropriate tree from the approved street tree list for Rancho Cucamonga.
NAME List each street as a separate line item within this legend.
Street trees listed below are to appear on LIVID Plans, listed for reference only—not to appear on Street
Improvement Plans
Archibald Avenue Platanus acerifolia London Plane Tree 8' 30'O.C. 15 Gal
Foreground Tree
P.A.8'or greater
P.A. Less than 8' Pyrus calleryana NCN 3' 20'O.C. 15 Gal
'Aristrocrat'
Under Power Lines Lagerstoemia indica Crape Myrtle Hybrid— 3' 20'O.C. 24"
'Tuscarora' Pink Box
Background Tree Magnolia grandiflora NCN 3' 25'O.C. 15 Gal
-with Platanus 'St. Mary'
-with Pyrus Platanus acerifolia London Plane Tree 8' 30'O.C. 15 Gal
Accent Tree Lagerstoemia indica Crape Myrtle Hybrid— 3' 20'O.C. 24"
'Tuscarora' Pink Box
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Construction Notes for Street Trees:
1) All street trees are to be planted in accordance with City standard plans.
2) Prior to the commencement of any planting,an agronomic soils report shall be furnished to
the City inspector. Any unusual toxicities or nutrient deficiencies may require backfill soil
amendments, as determined by the City inspector.
3) All street trees are subject to inspection and acceptance by the Engineering Division.
4) Street trees are to be planted per public improvement plans only.
7. 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.
M. Public Maintenance Areas
1. A separate set of landscape and irrigation plans per Engineering Public Works Standards shall
be submitted to the City Engineer for review and approval prior to final map approval or issuance
of building permits, whichever occurs first. The following landscaped parkways, medians,
paseos, easements, trails or other areas shall be annexed into the Landscape Maintenance
District: Archibald Avenue and Hillside Road
2. 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.
3. All required public landscaping and irrigation systems shall be continuously maintained by the
developer until accepted by the City.
N. Drainage and Flood Control
1. A final drainage study shall be submitted to and approved by the City Engineer prior to final map
approval or the issuance of building permits, whichever occurs first. All drainage facilities shall
be installed as required by the City Engineer.
2. Adequate provisions shall be made for acceptance and disposal of surface drainage entering the
property from adjacent areas.
O. Utilities
1. Provide separate utility services to each parcel including sanitary sewerage system,water,gas,
electric power, telephone, and cable TV (all underground) in accordance with the Utility
Standards. Easements shall be provided as required.
2. The developer shall be responsible for the relocation of existing utilities as necessary.
3. Water and sewer plans shall be designed and constructed to meet the requirements of the
Cucamonga County Water District(CCW D), Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District,and the
Environmental Health Department of the County of San Bernardino. A letter of compliance from
the CCW D is required prior to final map approval or issuance of permits,whichever occurs first.
Such letter must have been issued by the water district within 90 days prior to final map approval
in the case of subdivision or prior to the issuance of permits in the case of all other residential
projects.
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4. Approvals have not been secured from all utilities and other interested agencies involved.
Approval of the final parcel map will be subject to any requirements that may be received from
them.
P. General Requirements and Approvals
1. 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.
2. Prior to the issuance of building permits,a Diversion Deposit and related administrative fees shall
be paid for the Construction and Demolition Diversion Program. The deposit is fully refundable if
at least 50% 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.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE FIRE SAFETY DIVISION, FIRE PROTECTION PLANNING
SERVICES AT, (909) 477-2770, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
SEE ATTACHED
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RANCHO CUCAMONGA FIRE DISTRICT
STANDARD CONDITIONS
December 11, 2003
Tentative tract 16592
Elba Inc.
Klusman and Hillside
(11) SFR parcels
DRC2003-01139 & SUBTT16592
Building permits will not be issued without approved water plans from CCWD and
FCS.
A fire flow letter will be required upon plan check submittal before building permit
issuance, if the fire flow required at the project site is not available mitigation with
the Fire Department will be required.
THE FOLLOWING STANDARD CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT.
ANCHO CUCAMONGA FIRE DISTRICT- STANDARD CONDITIONS & REQUIREMENTS
FSC-1 General Requirements for Public and Private Water Supply. Water(fire) plans must be
approved by RCFPD and CCWD prior to permit issuance
1. General Guidance for Fire Hydrants: The following provides general guidance for the spacing and
location of fire hydrants. Remember these are the maximum permitted distances between fire
hydrants:
a. The maximum distance between fire hydrants in multi-family residential is 400-feet. No
portion of the exterior wall shall be located more than 200-feet from an approved fire hydrant.
For cul-de-sacs the distance shall not exceed 150-feet.
b. The maximum distance between fire hydrants in single-family residential projects is 500-feet.
No portion of the exterior wall facing the addressed street shall be more than 250-feet from
an approved fire hydrant. For cul-de-sacs the distance shall not exceed 200 ft.
c. For single-family residential projects in the designated Hazardous Fire Area the maximum
distance between fire hydrants is 400-feet. No portion of the exterior wall facing the
addressed street shall be more than 200-feet from an approved fire hydrant. For cul-de-sacs
the distance shall not exceed 150 ft.
d. Fire hydrants are to be located:
1. At the entrance(s) to a project from the existing public roadways. This includes
subdivisions and industrial parks.
2. At intersections.
3. On the right side of the street, whenever practical and possible.
4. As required by the Fire Safety Division to meet operational needs.
5. The location of fire hydrants is based upon the operational needs of the Fire District to
control a fire.
6. Fire hydrants shall be located a minimum of 40 feet from any building.
2. Minimum Fire Flow: The required fire flow for this project is 2000 gallons per minute at a minimum
residual pressure of 20 pounds per square inch. This requirement is made in accordance with Fire
Code Appendix III-A, as amended.
3. Hydrants Used to Supply Fire Flow: Public fire hydrants located within a 500-foot radius of the
proposed project may be used to provide the required fire flow subject to Fire District review and
approval. Private fire hydrants on adjacent property shall not be used to provide required fire flow.
4. Show Existing Fire Hydrants and Mains: Existing fire hydrants and mains within 600-feet of the
project shall be shown on the water plan submitted for review and approval. Include main size.
FSC-2 Private(On-Site) Water and/or Fire Sprinkler Underground Plans for Fire Protection
1. Number of Fire Hydrants: Provide one fire hydrant for each 1000 gpm of required fire flow or
fraction thereof, subject to standard spacing and distribution requirements.
FSC-4 Fire District Site Access-Technical Comments
1. Access Roadways Defined: Fire District access roadways include public roads, streets, and
highways, as well as private roads, streets, drive aisles and designated fire lanes.
2. Restricted Residential Access Mitigation: The installation of gates and restricted access to
residential developments may necessitate installation of approved automatic fire sprinkler systems.
This condition applies to projects in the designated Hazardous Fire Area, when the Fire District
determines that gates,other means of restricting access or conditions delaying response exists.
Contact the Fire Construction Services (909) 477-2713
3. Restricted Residential Access: Gated or access for all residential development shall comply with
the following:
a. All automatic gates shall be provided with a Fire District approved,compatible traffic pre-
emption device. Approved devices are available from Opticom (3M)and Tomar
Electronics. Devices shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions
and specifications.
b. A Knox Rapid Entry System Key Box is required to be installed adjacent to each gate in a
Fire District approved location.The box shall be mounted where it is clearly visible and
access is unobstructed.
c. Vehicle access gates shall be provided with an approved Fire District Knox Key Switch.
d. The key switch shall be located immediately adjacent to the Knox Box for use in the event
that the traffic pre-emption device fails to operate.
The gate shall remain in the open position for not less than 20-minutes and shall automatically reset.
FSC-5 Plan Submittal Required Notice
Required plans shall be submitted and approved prior to construction in accordance with 2000/2001
Building, Fire, Mechanical, and Plumbing Codes; 1999 Electrical Code; Health and Safety Code; Public
Resources Code; and RCFPD Ordinances FD15 and FD39, Guidelines and Standards.
PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS- Building permits will not be issued until
the water (fire) plans are submitted and approved by CCWD and Fire Construction
Services Complete the following:
1. Private/On-site Fire Hydrants: Prior to the issuance of any building permit,the applicant shall
submit construction plans, specifications, flow test data and calculations for the private water
main system for review and approval by the Fire District. Plans and installation shall comply with
Fire District standards.
2. Private Fire Hydrants/On-site Installation: All private on-site fire hydrants shall be installed,
flushed, and operable prior to delivering any combustible building materials on-site (i.e., lumber,
roofing materials, etc.). A representative of Fire Construction Services shall inspect the
installation and witness hydrant flushing. The builder/developer shall submit final test and
inspection report to the Fire Safety Division.
3. Public Fire Hydrants: Prior to issuance of any building permit, the applicant shall submit a plan
showing the locations of all new public fire hydrants for the review and approval by the Fire
District and the Water District. On the plan show all existing fire hydrants within a 600-foot radius
of the project
4. Public Installation: All required public fire hydrants shall be installed, flushed, and operable
prior to delivering any combustible building materials on-site (i.e., lumber, roofing materials, etc.).
Water District personnel shall inspect the installation and witness hydrant flushing. The
builder/developer shall submit a copy of the Water District inspection report to the Fire Safety
Division. Contact Water District to schedule testing.
PRIOR TO OCCUPANCY OR FINAL INSPECTION- Complete the following:
1. Private Fire Hydrants- Final Acceptance: For the purpose of final acceptance, an additional
test of the on-site fire hydrants shall be conducted by the builder/developer in the presence of the
Water District or Fire Construction Services, as appropriate. The builder/developer shall submit
the final test report to the Fire Safety Division.
2. Construction Access: Fire District access,a minimum 26-feet in width and 14-feet, 6-inches
minimum clear height shall be provided. These minimum clearances shall be maintained free and
clear of any obstructions at all times, in accordance with Fire District Standards.
3. Phased Construction: Each phase shall be provided with approved Fire District access
roadways. Dead-end roadways shall not exceed the maximum permitted by the Fire Code or
Fire District standards.