HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-84 - Resolutions RESOLUTION NO. 04-84
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT NO. DRC2003-01160, A REQUEST TO CONSTRUCT A 6,502
SQUARE FOOT P.F. CHANG'S RESTAURANT WITH TWO PATIO AREAS
TOTALING 1,121 SQUARE FEET IN THE MIXED USE DISTRICT OF THE
VICTORIA GARDENS REGIONAL CENTER LOCATED ON THE EAST SIDE
OF DAY CREEK BOULEVARD, NORTH OF FOOTHILL BOULEVARD;AND
MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF-APN: 0227-201-35.
A. Recitals.
1. Fancher Development Services filed an application for the approval of Conditional Use
Permit DRC2003-01160, as described in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution,
the subject Conditional Use Permit request is referred to as "the application."
2. On the 14th day of July 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 by the Planning Commission
of the City of Rancho Cucamonga as follows:
1. This Commission hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals,
Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct.
2. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the above-
referenced public hearing on July 14, 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 within the Victoria Gardens Regional
Center to be accessed by the internal circulation system of the Center that is connected to Day
Creek Boulevard, Church Street, and Victoria Gardens Lane, and is presently under construction;
and
b. The property surrounding the site is under construction with the Victoria Gardens
Regional Center; and
C. The proposed bar, in conjunction with a full service restaurant, will provide a high
quality form of dining that will work synergistically with the Victoria Gardens project; and
d. The project is designed with 360-degree architectural quality consistent with the
design objectives of the Development Code; and
e. The project is part of the master planned Victoria Gardens Regional Center and,
thereby, exhibits compatibility with the planned surrounding circulation system and development;and
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July 14, 2004
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f. There is ample parking available in the large parking fields and on-street parking
areas associated with the Victoria Gardens project.
3. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the above-
referenced public hearing and upon the specific findings of facts set forth in paragraphs 1 and 2
above, this Commission hereby finds and concludes as follows:
a. The proposed use is in accord with the General Plan, the objectives of the
Development Code, the Victoria Community Plan, the Victoria Gardens Master Plan, and the
purposes of the district in which the site is located.
b. 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.
C. The proposed use complies with each of the applicable provisions of the
Development Code and the Victoria Community Plan.
4. The City Council approved the overall Victoria Gardens Regional Center by entering into a
Development Agreement and a Development Disposition Agreement with the applicant, and by
approving a Tentative Parcel Map and Victoria Community Plan Amendment on February 20, 2002.
The City Council adopted a Project Environmental Impact Report as environmental clearance for
these agreements and entitlements. The current Development Review application is consistent with
the scope of work and type of development analyzed by the Project EIR. Furthermore, there have
been no changes in the circumstances surrounding the project nor has new information surfaced to
indicate that the project would have substantial environmental impacts beyond those discussed in
the EIR. Therefore, no subsequent or supplemental EIR is necessary based upon the findings as
follows:
a. The project is within the scope of that evaluated by the Project Environmental
Impact Report for the Victoria Gardens Master Plan, Development Agreement,Tentative Parcel Map,
Development Disposition Agreement, and Final Environmental Impact Report as certified by the City
Council on February 20, 2002 (State Clearinghouse No. 20010301028); and
b. There have been no substantial changes made either to the project or the
circumstances surrounding the project since the City Council certified the Project Environmental
Impact Report on February 20, 2002; and
C. No new information of substantial importance has arisen since the Project EIR was
certified to indicate that the project would have significant effects not discussed in the EIR orthat the
mitigation measures imposed are infeasible.
5. Notwithstanding any other provision or condition in this Resolution, nothing herein shall
be interpreted as a waiver or modification of the approved Development Agreement and Master Plan
for Victoria Gardens, and in the event of any conflict between this Resolution and the Development
Agreement or the Master Plan, the Development Agreement or Master Plan shall supersede and be
controlling.
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 04-84
DRC2003-01160 — P.F. CHANG'S
July 14, 2004
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6. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth in paragraphs 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 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.
Engineering Division
1) All pertinent conditions of Tentative Parcel Map SUBTT15716 and the
Victoria Gardens Master Plan Development Agreement No. 01-02 shall
apply.
7. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 14TH DAY OF JULY 2004.
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
BY: z4
Rich Macias, Chairman
ATTEST:
Brad Bulle a ary
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 14th day of July 2004, by the following vote-to-wit:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS: FLETCHER, MACIAS,.McNIEL, STEWART
NOES: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: McPHAIL
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT
STANDARD CONDITIONS
PROJECT#: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT - DRC2003-01160
SUBJECT: P.F. CHANG'S
APPLICANT: FANCHER DEVELOPMENT
LOCATION: VICTORIA GARDENS REGIONAL CENTER
ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACTTHE 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.
2. Copies of the signed Planning Commission Resolution of Approval No. 04-84, 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 approval shall expire if building permits are not issued or approved use
has not commenced within 5 years from the date of approval. No extensions are allowed.
C. Site Development
1. The site shall be developed and maintained in accordance with the approved plans which include
site plans, architectural elevations, exterior materials and colors,landscaping,sign program,and
grading on file in the Planning Division, the conditions contained herein, Development Code
regulations, and The Victoria Community Plan.
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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. 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.
9. All building numbers and individual units shall be identified in a clear and concise manner,
including proper illumination.
10. All parkways, open areas, and landscaping shall be permanently maintained by the property
owner,homeowners'association,or other means acceptable to the City. Proof of this landscape
maintenance shall be submitted for City Planner and City Engineer review and approved prior to
the issuance of building permits.
D. Shopping Centers
1. Graffiti shall be removed within 72 hours.
2. The entire site shall be kept free from trash and debris at all times and in no event shall trash and
debris remain for more than 24 hours.
3. Signs shall be conveniently posted for"no overnight parking"and for"employee parking only."
4. All operations and businesses shall be conducted to comply with the following standards which
shall be incorporated into the lease agreements for all tenants:
a. Noise Level - All commercial activities shall not create any noise that would exceed an
exterior noise level of 60 dB during the hours of 10 p.m. until 7 a.m. and 65 dB during the
hours of 7 a.m. until 10 p.m.
b. Loading and Unloading-No person shall cause the loading,unloading,opening,closing,or
other handling of boxes, crates, containers, building materials, garbage cans, or other
similar objects between the hours of 10 p.m.and 7 a.m. unless otherwise specified herein,
in a manner which would cause a noise disturbance to a residential area.
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5. The lighting fixture design shall compliment the architectural program. It shall include the plaza
area lighting fixtures, building lighting fixtures (exterior), and parking lot lighting fixtures.
E. Building Design
1. 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.
2. For commercial and industrial projects, paint roll-up doors and service doors to match main
building colors.
F. 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 spaces shall be double striped per City standards and all driveway aisles,entrances,
and exits shall be striped per City standards.
3. Handicap accessible stalls shall be provided for commercial and office facilities with 25 or more
parking stalls. Designate two percent or one stall; whichever is greater, of the total number of
stalls for use by the handicapped.
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 30%of trees planted within commercial projects,shall be specimen size trees-24-
inch box or larger.
3. Within parking lots, trees shall be planted at a rate of one 15-gallon tree for every three parking
stalls.
4. Trees shall be planted in areas of public view adjacent to and along structures at a rate of one
tree per 30 linear feet of building.
5. All private slopes of 5 feet or more in vertical height and of 5:1 or greater slope, but less than 2:1
slope,shall be,at minimum, irrigated and landscaped with appropriate ground cover for erosion
control. Slope planting required by this section shall include a permanent irrigation system to be
installed by the developer prior to occupancy.
6. All private slopes in excess of 5 feet, but less than 8 feet in vertical height and of 2:1 or greater
slope shall be landscaped and irrigated for erosion control and to soften their appearance as
follows: one 15-gallon or larger size tree per each 150 sq.ft.of slope area, 1-gallon or larger size
shrub per each 100 sq.ft.of slope area,and appropriate ground cover. In addition,slope banks
in excess of 8 feet in vertical height and 2:1 or greater slope shall also include one 5-gallon or
larger size tree per each 250 sq. ft. of slope area. Trees and shrubs shall be planted in
staggered clusters to soften and vary slope plane. Slope planting required by this section shall
include a permanent irrigation system to be installed by the developer prior to occupancy.
7. For multi-family residential and non-residential development,property owners are responsible for
the continual maintenance of all landscaped areas on-site, as well as contiguous planted areas
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within the public right-of-way. All landscaped areas shall be kept free from weeds and debris and
maintained in healthy and thriving condition,and shall receive regular pruning,fertilizing,mowing,
and trimming. Any damaged,dead,diseased,or decaying plant material shall be replaced within
30 days from the date of damage.
8. All walls shall be provided with decorative treatment. If located in public maintenance areas,the
design shall be coordinated with the Engineering Division.
9. Tree maintenance criteria shall be developed and submitted for City Planner review and approval
prior to issuance of building permits. These criteria shall encourage the natural growth
characteristics of the selected tree species.
10. 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.
I. 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)
J. General Requirements
1. Submit five complete sets of plans including the following:
a. Site/Plot Plan;
J. 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#,SUBTPM#, DRC#)clearly identified on
the outside of all plans.
2. Submit two sets of structural calculations, energy conservation calculations, and a soils report. 1/—
Arch itect's/Engineer's
/_/_Architect's/Engineer's stamp and "wet"signature are required prior to plan check submittal.
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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. Business shall not open for operation prior to posting the Certificate of Occupancy issued by the
Building and Safety Division.
6. Developers wishing to participate in the Community Energy Efficiency Program (CEEP) can
contact the Building and Safety Division staff for information and submittal requirements.
K. Site Development
1. Plans shall be submitted for plan check and approved prior to construction. All plans shall be
marked with the project file number(i.e., DRC2003-01160). The applicant shall complywith 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 commercial or industrial development 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 permits 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.
L. New Structures
1. Provide compliance with the California Building Code (CBC) for property line clearances
considering use, area, and fire-resistiveness.
2. Roofing material shall be installed per the manufacturer's "high wind" instructions.
3. Plans for food preparation areas shall be approved by County of San Bernardino Environmental
Health Services prior to issuance of building permits.
4. Provide draft stops in attic areas, not to exceed 3,000 square feet, in accordance with CBC
Section 1505.
5. Roofing materials shall be Class "A."
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. Provide smoke and heat venting in accordance with CBC Section 906.
9. Upon tenant improvement plan check submittal, additional requirements may be needed.
M. 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.
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APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE POLICE DEPARTMENT, (909) 477-2800, FOR
COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
N. 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.
O. Security Hardware
1. 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.
2. All garage or rolling doors shall have slide bolts or some type of secondary locking devices.
3. All roof openings giving access to the building shall be secured with either iron bars,metal gates,
or alarmed.
P. Windows
1. Security glazing is recommended on storefront windows to resist window smashes and impede
entry to burglars.
2. Security/burglar bars are not recommended, particularly in residences, due to the delay or
prevention of a speedy evacuation in case of fire.
Q. Building Numbering
1. Numbers and the backgrounds shall be of contrasting color and shall be reflective for nighttime
visibility.
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
May 18, 2004
P.F. Chang Restaurant
Victoria Gardens Regina Ctr.
DRC2003-01160
THE FOLLOWING STANDARD CONDITIONS APPLY TO THIS PROJECT.
FSC-1 Public and Private Water Supply
1. Design guidelines for Fire Hydrants: The following provides design guidelines for the spacing and
location of fire hydrants:
a. The maximum distance between fire hydrants in commercial/industrial projects is 300 feet. No
portion of the exterior wall shall be located more than 150 feet from an approved fire hydrant.
For cul-de-sacs, the distance shall not exceed 100 feet.
b. Fire hydrants are to be located. The preferred locations for fire hydrants are:
1. At the entrance(s) to a commercial, industrial or residential project from the public
roadways.
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 of the Fire District.
5. A minimum of 40 feet from any building.
f If any portion of a facility or building is located more than 150 feet from a public fire hydrant
measured on an approved route around the exterior of the facility or building, additional private
or public fire hydrants and mains capable of supplying the required fire flow shall be provided.
g. Provide one fire hydrant for each 1000 gpm of required Fre flow or fraction thereof.
FSC-2 Fire Flow
1. The required minimum fire flow for this project, when automatic fire sprinklers are installed is 1500
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 in accordance
with NFPA 13 with central station monitoring. This requirement is made in accordance with the
California Fire Code Appendix III-A, as adopted by the Fire District Ordinances.
3. 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. Firewater plans are required for all projects that must extend the existing water supply to or onto the
site. Building permits will not be issued until firewater plans are approved.
5. On all site plans to be submitted for review, show all fire hydrants located within 600 feet of the
proposed project site.
FSC-3 Prerequisite for submittal of Overhead Automatic Fire Sprinkler Systems
1. Prior to submitting plans for an overhead automatic fire sprinkler system, the applicant shall submit
plans, specifications, and calculations for the fire sprinkler system underground supply piping.
Approval of the underground supply piping system must be obtained prior to submitting the overhead
fire sprinkler system plans.
FSC-4 Requirement for an Automatic Fire Sprinkler Systems
Rancho Cucamonga Fire District Ordinance 15, the 2001 California Fire Code and/or any other applicable
standards require an approved automatic fire sprinkler system to be installed in:
1. Commercial or industrial structures greater than 7,500 square feet.
2. In Assembly Occupancies
FSC-5 Fire Alarm System
1. Prior to any installation, modification and/or additions to the building fire alarm system, Fire
Construction Services' approval and a building permit must be obtained. Plans and specifications
shall be submitted to Fire Construction Services in accordance with RCFPD Fire Alarm Standard
#10-6.
2. Based on the number of sprinkler heads; the sprinkler system is required to monitored by a listed
central station fire alarm system.
FSC-6 Fire District Site Access
Fire District access roadways include public roads, streets, and highways as well as private roads, streets,
drive aisles, and/or designated fire lanes. Please reference the RCFPD Fire Lanes Standard 49-8
1. Location of Access: All portions of the structures I" story exterior wall shall be located within 150
feet of Fire District vehicle access, measure on an approved route around the exterior of the building.
Landscaped areas, unpaved changes in elevation, gates and fences are deemed obstructions.
2. Specifications for private Fire District access roadways per the RCFPD Standards are:
a. The minimum unobstructed width is 26 feet.
b. The maximum inside tum radius shall be 20 feet.
c. The minimum outside tum radius shall be 46 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 on each side.
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).
j. Trees and shrubs planted adjacent to the fire lane shall be kept trimmed to a minimum of 14 feet,
6 inches from the ground up. Vegetation shall not be allowed to obstruct Fire Department
apparatus.
3. Access Doorways: Approved doorways, accessible without the use of a ladder, shall be provided as
follows:
a. In buildings without high-piled storage, access shall be provided in accordance with the 2001
California Building Code, Fire and/or any other applicable standards.
b. In buildings with high-piled storage access doors shall be provided in each 100 lineal feet or
major fraction thereof, of the exterior wall that faces the required access roadways. When
railways are installed provisions shall be made to maintain Fire District access to all required
openings.
4. Access Walkways: Hardscaped access walkways shall be provided from the fire apparatus access
road to all required building exterior openings.
5. Commercial/Industrial Gates: Any gate installed across a Fire Department access road shall be in
accordance with Fire District Standard#9-2. The following design requirements apply:
a. The gate shall be motorized and slide open horizontally or swing inward.
b. All gates must open at the rate of one second for each 1 foot of required width.
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c. When fully open, the minimum width shall be 20 feet.
d. Gates are not required to be motorized.
7. Fire Lane Identification: Red curbing and/or signage shall identify the fire lanes. A site plan
illustrating the proposed delineation that meets the minimum Fire District standards shall be included
in the architectural plans submitted to B&S for approval.
8. Approved Fire Department Access: Any approved mitigation measures must be clearly noted on
the site plan. A copy of the approved Alternative Method application, if applicable, must be
reproduced on the architectural plans submitted to B&S for plan review.
FSC-10 Occupancy and Hazard Control Permits
Listed are those Fire Code permits commonly associated with the business operations and/or building
construction. Plan check submittal is required with the permit application for approval of the permit; field
inspection is required prior to permit issuance. 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.
• Candles and open flames in public assemblies
• Compressed Gases Public Assembly
• Tents, Canopies and/or Air Supported Structures
Liquefied Petroleum Gases
FSC-13 Alternate Method Application
Fire Construction Services staff and the Fire Marshal will review all requests for alternate method, when
submitted. The request must be submitted on the Fire District "Application for Alternate Method" form
along with supporting documents and payment of the $92 review fee.
Chronololzical Summary of RCFPD Standard Conditions
PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS — Please complete the following prior to the
issuance of any building permits:
1. Private Water Supply (Fire) Systems: 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.
Approval of the on-site(private) fire underground and water plans is required prior to any building
permit issuance for any structure on the site. Private on-site combination domestic and fire supply
system must be designed in accordance with RCFPD Standards# 9-4, #10-2 and #10-4. The
Building & Safety Division and Fire Construction Services will perform plan checks and inspections.
All private on-site fire hydrants shall be installed, flushed and operable prior to delivering any
combustible framing materials to the site. Fire construction Services will inspect the installation,
witness hydrant flushing and grant a clearance before lumber is dropped.
2. Public Water Supply (Domestic/Fire) Systems: 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 CCWD.
On the plan, show all existing fire hydrants within a 600-foot radius of the project. Please reference
the RCFPD Water Plan Submittal Procedure Standard # 9-8.
3. All required public fire hydrants shall be installed, flushed and operable prior to delivering any
combustible framing materials to the site. CCWD personnel shall inspect the installation and witness
the hydrant flushing. Fire Construction Services shall inspect the site after acceptance of the public
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water system by CCWD. Fire Construction Services must grant a clearance before lumber is
dropped.
4. Construction Access: The access roads must be paved in accordance with all the requirements of
the RCFPD Fire Lane Standard #9-7. All temporary utilities over access roads must be installed at
least 14' 6" above the finished surface of the road.
5. Fire Flow: A current fire flow letter from CCWD must be received. The applicant is responsible for
obtaining the fire flow information from CCWD and submitting the letter to Fire Construction
Services.
PRIOR TO THE RELEASE OF TEMPORARY POWER
The building construction must be substantially completed in accordance with Fire Construction Services'
"Temporary Power Release Checklist and Procedures".
PRIOR TO OCCUPANCY OR FINAL INSPECTION—Please 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 the City of Rancho Cucamonga
Engineering Standard Plan 134, "Installation of Reflective Hydrant Markers". On private property,
the markers shall be installed at the centerline of the fire access road, at each hydrant location.
2. Private Fire Hydrants: For the purpose of final acceptance, a licensed sprinkler contractor, in the
presence of Fire Construction Services, shall conduct a test of the most hydraulically remote on-site
fire hydrants. The underground fire line contractor, developer and/or owner are responsible for hiring
the company to perform the test. A final test report shall be submitted to Fire Construction Services
verifying the fire flow available. The fire flow available must meet or exceed the required fire flow
in accordance with the California Fire Code.
3. Fire Sprinkler System: Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, the fire sprinkler
system(s) shall be tested and accepted by Fire Construction Services.
4. Fire Sprinkler Monitoring: Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, the fire sprinkler
monitoring system must be tested and accepted by Fire Construction Services. The fire sprinkler
monitoring system shall be installed, tested and operational immediately following the completion of
the fire sprinkler system (subject to the release of power).
5. Fire Suppression Systems and/or other special hazard protection systems shall be inspected, tested
and accepted by Fire Construction Services before occupancy is granted and/or equipment is placed
in service. The system must be monitored by the buildings fire alarm.
6. Fire Alarm System: Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, the fire alarm system shall
be installed, inspected, tested and accepted by Fire Construction Services.
7. Access Control Gates: Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, vehicular gates must be
inspected, tested and accepted in accordance with RCFPD Standards #9-1 or#9-2 by Fire
Construction Services.
8. Fire Access Roadways: Prior to the issuance of any Certificate of Occupancy, the fire access
roadways must be installed in accordance with the approved plans and acceptable to Fire
Construction Services.
The CC&R's, the reciprocal agreement and/or other approved documents shall be recorded and
contain an approved fire access roadway map with provisions that prohibit parking, specify the
method of enforcement and identifies who is responsible for the required annual inspections and the
maintenance of all required fire access roadways.
9. Address: Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, commercial/industrial and multi-
family buildings 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
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setback exceeds 200 feet from the public street, an additional non-illuminated 6-inch minimum
number address shall be provided at the property entrance. Larger address numbers will be required
on buildings located on wide streets or built with large setbacks in multi-tenant commercial and
industrial buildings. The suite designation numbers and/or letters shall be provided on the front and
back of all suites. .
10. Confidential Business Occupancy Information: The applicant shall complete the Rancho
Cucamonga Fire District "Confidential Business Occupancy Information" form. This form provides
contact information for Fire District use in the event of an emergency at the subject building or
property. This form must be presented to the Fire Construction Services Inspector.
11. Mapping Site Plan: Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, a 8 %" x 11" or 11" x 17"
site plan of the site in accordance with RCFPD Standard#13-1 shall be revised by the applicant to
reflect the actual location of all devices and building features as required in the standard. The site
plan must be reviewed and accepted by the Fire Inspector.
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