HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-113 - Resolutions RESOLUTION NO. 04-113
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DEVELOPMENT
REVIEW NO DRC2004-00330, A REVIEW OF SITE PLAN AND
ELEVATIONS FOR 29 SINGLE FAMILY DETACHED HOMES ON
11.5 ACRES OF LAND IN THE LOW RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT (2-4
DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE) OF THE ETIWANDA NORTH SPECIFIC
PLAN, LOCATED NORTH OF WILSON AVENUE ON THE EAST SIDE OF
THE NORTHERLY PROLONGATION OF DAY CREEK BOULEVARD;AND
MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF—APN: 0225-172-74 AND 77.
A. Recitals.
1. Granite Homes filed an application for the approval of Development Review
No. DRC2004-00330,as described in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution,the .
subject Development Review request is referred to as "the application."
2. On the 27th day of October 2004, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho
Cucamonga conducted a meeting on the application and concluded said meeting 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 meeting on October 27, 2004, including written and oral staff reports, this Commission
hereby specifically finds as follows:
a. The project site has a density of 2.6 dwelling units to the acre, which is within the
permitted density range of the Low Residential District; and
b. The project falls within the Rancho Etiwanda Planned Development,which included
a conceptual layout for a 29 lot single-family development at this location; and
C. The project meets or exceeds all applicable technical requirements and the design
guidelines of Development Agreement No. CO 00-088 and the Development Code.
3. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the
above-referenced meeting and upon the specific findings of facts set forth in paragraphs 1 and 2
above, this Commission hereby finds and concludes as follows:
a. The proposed project is consistent with the objectives of the General Plan; and
b. The proposed use is in accordance with the objectives of the Development Code
and the purposes of the district in which the site is located; and
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October 27, 2004
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C. The proposed use is in compliance with each of the applicable provisions of the
Development Code; and
d. The proposed use, together with the conditions applicable thereto, will not be
detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare or materially injurious to properties or
improvements in the vicinity.
4. An Environmental Impact Report(State Clearinghouse No. 8808291)was prepared and
certified by the County of San Bernardino as a Master Environmental Impact Report for the
University/Crest Planned Development in July 1991. The California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) provides that once a Master Environmental Impact Report has been certified, no further
Environmental Impact Report or Negative Declaration is required for subsequent projects within the
scope of the Master Environmental Impact Report. On October 26, 1999, the County of San
Bernardino certified a supplement to the Environmental Impact Report (State Clearinghouse
No. 98121091) because of a revision to the University/Crest Planned Development. In August 2000,
the City of Rancho Cucamonga prepared an Addendum to address issues associated with the
adoption of the Rancho Etiwanda Development Agreement. The Addendum identified no substantial
changes in the project that would require a major revision to the previous Environmental Impact
Report. Based upon the facts and information contained in the certified Environmental Impact
Report, together with all written and oral reports, the Planning Commission finds that there is no
substantial evidence that the project will have a significant effect upon the environment and
concludes as follows:
a. There have not been substantial changes in the project that require major revisions
to the previous Environmental Impact Report because of no new significant environmental effects or
substantial increase in the severity of the previously identified significant effects; and
b. There have not been substantial changes with respect to the circumstances under
which the project is undertaken, which will require major revisions to the previous Environmental
Impact Report because of the involvement of new significant environmental effects or a substantial
increase in the severity of previously identified significant effects; and
C. There is no new information of substantial importance, which was not known and
could not have been known with the exercise of reasonable diligence at the time the Environmental
Impact Report was certified as complete, that shows any of the following: 1) the project will have
one or more significant effects not discussed in the previous Environmental Impact Report;
2) significant effects previously examined will be substantially more severe than shown in the
previous Environmental Impact Report; 3) mitigation measures or alternatives previously found not to
be feasible would in fact be feasible, and would substantially reduce one or more significant effects
of the project but the project proponents decline to adopt the mitigation measure or alternative; or
4) mitigation measures or alternatives, which are considerably different from those analyzed in the
final Environmental Impact Report,would substantially reduce one or more significant effects on the
environment, but the project proponents decline to adopt the mitigation measure or alternative.
5. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth in paragraphs 1, 2, 3, and 4 above,
this Commission hereby approves the application subject to each and every condition set forth below
and in the Standard Conditions, attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference.
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 04-113
DRC2004-00330—GRANITE HOMES
October 27, 2004
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Planning Division
1) Where slope conditions require retaining walls to achieve 15 feet of
usable rear yard area, provide a logical transition to allow access onto
slopes for maintenance purposes, such as stairs, ramps, etc. Final
design shall be to the satisfaction of the City Planner, prior to issuance
of grading permits.
2) Provide a 3-foot minimum landscape area between back of sidewalk
and block walls on all comer lots.
3) A 2-foot wide bench shall be provided at all perimeter walls.
4) Side yard retaining wall heights shall be a maximum of 4 feet.
5) All return, interior side and rear walls shall be of block material.
6) The Developer shall provide a written notice, in the form of a
disclosure, to each prospective buyer of the Fourth Street Rock
Crushing Facility located northwest of the project site. The disclosure
shall inform the homebuyer of the use of Banyan Street and Day Creek
Boulevard as a truck route to and from the rock crushing facility and the
occurrence of truck traffic noise.
7) 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.
8) Where rock cobble is used, it shall be real, or native fieldstone. Other
forms of stone may be manufactured products.
9) Decorative pavement shall be provided on the driveways. Decorative
driveways shall have variation throughout the subdivision.
Engineering Division
1) All applicable conditions of Planning Resolution No. 02-08 approving
Tentative Tract Map SUBTT16100 shall apply.
2) Install private landscaping and irrigation system in the side yard
parkways of comer Lots, 1, 9, 10, 17, and 18 prior to public
improvements being accepted by the City.
Environmental Mitigation
1) The applicant shall implement all pertinent mitigation measures
adopted in the Master Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the
Rancho Etiwanda Planned Development(formerly the University/Crest
Planned Development), as covered by the EIR and Supplemental EIR
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October 27, 2004
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(SEIR) certified by the County of San Bernardino Board of Supervisors
in June 1991 and October 1999, respectively, and Initial Study/
Addendum, prepared by the City of Rancho Cucamonga in August
2000.
6. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 27TH DAY OF OCTOBER 2004.
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
BY: za
Rich Macias, Acting Chairman
ATTEST:
Brad er etre ry
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 27th day of October 2004, by the following vote-to-wit:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS: FLETCHER, MACIAS, McNIEL, McPHAIL, STEWART
NOES: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT
STANDARD CONDITIONS
PROJECT#: DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2004-00330
SUBJECT: 29 LOT DEVELOPMENT REVIEW
APPLICANT: GRANITE HOMES
LOCATION: NORTH OF WILSON — EAST OF DAY CREEK BOULEVARD
ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE PLANNING DIVISION, (909)477-2750, FOR COMPLIANCE
WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
A. General Requirements Completion Date
1. The applicant shall agree to defend at his sole expense any action brought against the City, its
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. 04-113, Standard
Conditions, and all environmental mitigations shall be included on the plans (full size). The
sheet(s)are for information only to all parties involved in the construction/grading activities and
are not required to be wet sealed/stamped by a licensed Engineer/Architect.
B. Time Limits
1. Conditional Use Permit, Variance, or Development/Design Review approval shall expire if
building permits are not issued or approved use has not commenced within 5 years from the date
of approval. No extensions are allowed.
C. Site Development
1. The site shall be developed and maintained in accordance with the approved plans which include
site plans,architectural elevations, exterior materials and colors,landscaping,sign program,and
grading on file in the Planning Division, the conditions contained herein, Development Code
regulations, the Etiwanda University Planned Development.
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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. If no centralized trash receptacles are provided,all trash pick-up shall be for individual units with
all receptacles shielded from public view.
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.
11. Six-foot decorative block walls shall be constructed along the project perimeter. If a double wall
condition would result, the developer shall make a good faith effort to work with the adjoining
property owners to provide a single wall. Developer shall notify, by mail, all contiguous property
owner at least 30 days prior to the removal of any existing walls/ fences along the project's
perimeter.
12. Construct block walls between homes(i.e.,along interior side and rear property lines),rather than
wood fencing for permanence, durability, and design consistency.
13. Access gates to the rear yards shall be constructed from a material more durable than wood
gates. Acceptable materials include, but are not limited to, wrought iron and PVC.
14. For residential development, return walls and corner side walls shall be decorative masonry.
15. Slope fencing along side property lines may be wrought iron or black plastic coated chain link to
maintain an open feeling and enhance views.
16. On corner side yards,provide minimum 5-foot setback between walls/fences and sidewalk. The
5-foot wall/fence setback and the parkway shall have landscape and irrigation in addition to the
required street trees. Detailed landscape and irrigation plans shall be submitted for City Planner
review and approval prior to issuance of building permits. The parkway landscaping including
trees, shrubs, ground covers and irrigation shall be maintained by the property owner. The
developer shall provide each prospective buyer written notice of the parkway maintenance
requirement, in a standard format as determined by the City Planner, prior to accepting a cash
deposit on any property.
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17. Where rock cobble is used, it shall be real river rock. Other stone veneers may be manufactured
products.
D. 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.
E. Parking and Vehicular Access (indicate details on building plans) w
1. Multiple car garage driveways shall be tapered down to a standard two-car width at street.
F. 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. Front yard and corner side yard landscaping and irrigation shall be required per the Development
Code.
7. The final design of the perimeter parkways,walls, landscaping,and sidewalks shall be included in
the required landscape plans and shall be subject to City Planner review and approval and
coordinated for consistency with any parkway landscaping plan which may be required by the
Engineering Division.
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8. Special landscape features such as mounding, alluvial rock, specimen size trees, meandering
sidewalks (with horizontal change), and intensified landscaping, is required along Day Creek
Boulevard.
9. Landscaping and irrigation systems required to be installed within the public right-of-way on the
perimeter of this project area shall be continuously maintained by the developer.
10. All walls shall be provided with decorative treatment. If located in public maintenance areas,the
design shall be coordinated with the Engineering Division.
G. Environmental
1. The developer shall provide each prospective buyer written notice of the Fourth Street Rock
Crusher project in a standard format as determined by the City Planner,prior to accepting a cash
deposit on any property.
2. The developer shall provide each prospective buyer written notice of the City Adopted Special
Studies Zone for the Red Hill Fault,in a standard format as determined by the City Planner,prior
to accepting a cash deposit on any property.
3. The developer shall provide each prospective buyer written notice of the 210 and 1-15 Freeways
in a standard format as determined by the City Planner, prior to accepting a cash deposit on any
property.
4. A final acoustical report shall be submitted for City Planner review and approval prior to the
issuance of building permits. The final report shall discuss the level of interior noise attenuation
to below 45 CNEL, the building materials and construction techniques provided, and if
appropriate,verify the adequacy of the mitigation measures. The building plans will be checked
for conformance with the mitigation measures contained in the final report.
5. The applicant shall submit certification from an acoustical engineer that all recommendations of
the acoustical report were implemented in construction, including measurements of interior and
exterior noise levels to document compliance with City standards. Certification shall be
submitted to the Building&Safety Division prior to final occupancy release of the affected homes.
H. 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)
I. General Requirements
1. Submit five complete sets of plans including the following:
a. Site/Plot Plan;
b. Foundation Plan;
C. Floor Plan;
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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., DRC2004-00330)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. 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.
J. 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., DRC2004-00330). 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.
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.
K. 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.
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L. Grading
1. Grading of the subject property shall be in accordance with California Building Code,City Grading
Standards, and accepted grading practices. The final grading plan shall be in substantial
conformance with the approved grading plan.
2. A soils report shall be prepared by a qualified engineer licensed by the State of California to
perform such work.
3. A geological report shall be prepared by a qualified engineer or geologist and submitted at the
time of application for grading plan check.
4. The final grading, appropriate certifications and compaction reports shall be completed,
submitted, and approved by the Building and Safety Official prior to the issuance of building
permits.
5. A separate grading plan check submittal is required for all new construction projects and for
existing buildings where improvements being proposed will generate 50 cubic yards or more of
combined cut and fill. The grading plan shall be prepared, stamped, and signed by a California
registered Civil Engineer.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE POLICE DEPARTMENT, (909) 477-2800, FOR
COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
M. Security Hardware
1. A secondary locking device shall be installed on all sliding glass doors.
2. One-inch single cylinder dead bolts shall be installed on all entrance doors. If windows are within
40 inches of any locking device, tempered glass or a double cylinder dead bolt shall be used.
3. All garage or rolling doors shall have slide bolts or some type of secondary locking devices.
N. Windows
1. All sliding glass windows shall have secondary locking devices and should not be able to be lifted
from frame or track in any manner.
O. 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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STANDARD CONDITIONS
June 23, 2004
Tract 16100
SFR E/S Daycreek Blvd &N/O Wilson
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THE FOLLOWING STANDARD CONDITIONS APPLY TO THIS PROJECT,
WHICH REFLECT CONDITIONS FOR FUEL MODIFICATION PLANS, THE
GUIDELINES FOR THE INSTALLATION OF AUTOMATIC FIRE
SPRINKLERS AND THE LIMITS OF CONSTRUCTION WITH A SINGLE
POINT OF ACCESS, PLEASE REFERENCE FSC-4 AND FSC-7. FR-2
CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS AND FUEL MODIFICATION PLANS
APPLY TO LOTS 3-7,12-15 AND 20-21.
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. 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-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 forty-feet (40') 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 fire flow or fraction thereof.
FSC-2 Fire Flow
1. The required fire flow for this project is 1750 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 adopted by the Fire District Ordinances. For structures in excess of 3,600 square feet use
CFC Table A-III-A-1.
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. Fire protection water 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 fire protection water 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. Buildings constructed in the designed Hazardous Fire Areas which include:
a. All structures that do not meet Fire District access requirements (see Fire Access).
b. When required fire flow cannot be provided due to inadequate volume or pressure.
Approved Fire Department Access: The approved mitigation for construction and
automatic fire sprinklers installation is as follows:
1) Homes on lots 1-9 located on Moondance and Brookstone Place may be constructed with
a single point of access from Daycreek Blvd.
2) Homes on lots 10-17 on Dundee Ct. may be constructed with a single point of access if
automatic fire sprinklers are installed in all the homes and garages west of lot 17.
3) Homes on lots east of lot 17 may not be built until the second point of access is
completed.
4) A copy of the approved Alternative Method, if applicable, must be reproduced on the
architectural plans submitted to B&S for plan review.
FSC-7 Hazardous Fire Area
This project is located within the "State Responsibility Area" (SRA), the "Very High Fire Hazard
Severity Zone" (VHFHSZ), City of Rancho Cucamonga "Hillside District", and/or within the area
identified on the Rancho Cucamonga General Plan, Exhibit V-7 as High Probability-High
Consequence for Fire Risk. These locations have been determined to be within the "Hazardous Fire
Area" as defined by the Fire District. The Hazardous Fire Area is based on maps produced by the
California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection and the City of Rancho Cucamonga.
1. Hazard Reduction Plans: The applicant shall prepare the architectural plans for the construction
of the buildings in accordance with the County of San Bernardino's Development Code as
amended by RCFPD Ordinance 39, Appendix Il-A. Fire Area FR-1 or FR-2 requirements apply to
the construction of the buildings based on the slope of the terrain and/or mitigation of the fuel
modification plans. The development code provides standards regulating and requiring:
a. Fire resistive roof assemblies
b. Fuel Modification and hazard reduction plans
c. Fire District access roadways
d. Fire resistive construction and protection of openings.
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e. Fire sprinkler systems
f. Fire flow criteria
For construction requirements in the "Hazard Fire Area" refer to the following web site:
httn://www.co.san-bemardino.ca.us/landuseservices/DevCode (Chapter 2 Hazard Protection,
Article 2 Fire Safety (FR) Overlay District) for an Adobe copy. Also reference RCFPD
Ordinance 39, Appendix II-A.
2. Construction requirements for the Hazardous Fire Area: (This is not a complete list of
requirements and some requirements may not apply to FR-2 Areas).
a. The roof shall be a Class "A" fire-resistive assembly approved by Building and Safety. Fire-
retardant Class "A" wood shakes and shingles shall be listed to comply with the 10-year
"natural" weathering test. Class "A" roof assemblies shall be installed in accordance with
their listing and manufacturer's instructions.
b. The space between rafters at the exterior walls shall be solidly filled with tight-fitting wood
blocks 1-1/2 inches thick. The eaves may also be "boxed".
c. The exposed surface of exterior wall must be a part of a listed one-hour fire resistive
assembly.
d. All exterior doors must be of a solid wood core type. Dual pane glass is required for all glass
in doors.
e. All windows and sliding glass doors shall be constructed of dual-pane glass.
f. Cantilevered or standard type decks shall be constructed in accordance with one of the
following:
1. A minimum of 1-1/2 inch lumber for all the framing and any deck materials.
2. Protection must be provided on the underside of the deck by materials approved for one
(1) hour fire-resistive construction.
3. Be of non-combustible materials, as defined in the Building Code.
g. Patio covers attached or within 10-feet of a residential structure shall not be constructed of
materials less than 1/2-inch in thickness. Plastic, bamboo, straw, fiberglass or wood-lattice
less than 1/2-inch in thickness are not permitted.
Ii. All required fences adjacent to fuel modification areas or wildland areas built as conditions of
approval shall be of non-combustible materials as defined in the Building Code. Any fence
within 10-feet of the fuel modification area or wildland area shall be non-combustible;
Beyond 10-feet, the fence may be constructed of any approved material. All other fences,
including those on the interior of the project are not subject to this requirement.
i. Roadways shall be provided along the project perimeter exposed to a fire hazard or fuel
modified area. The roadway is to allow fire district vehicle access. Such roadways shall be a
minimum twenty (20) feet in width, with a grade not to exceed fourteen percent (14%) and
capable of supporting fire fighting vehicles.
3. Fuel Modification Requirements: The applicant shall prepare fuel modification plans for the site
in accordance with the County of Los Angeles Fire Department's Fuel Modification Plan
Guidelines and RCFPD Ordinance 39, Appendix II-A. For the fuel medication plan requirements,
refer to the following web site: htti)://www.lacofd.org/forestry`/`5Ffolder/pdf/fmpg.pd
A. The preliminary fuel medication plans shall:
1. Show all property lines, contour lines and locations of proposed buildings or structures.
2. Show the 100-foot defensible space for slopes less than 15%, for steeper slopes and
larger defensible space may be required (Per RCFPD Ordinance 39, Appendix II-A)
around the structure.
3. Show each fuel modification zone (setback, irrigation method, thinning and interface
thinning).
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4. Show existing vegetation impacted by the required fuel modification and proposed
vegetation to be planted in the fuel modification area, if any. The preliminary plans
should be sensitive to rare, threatened or endangered species and the applicant must be
prepared to address their disposition in the final plans.
5. Include photographs of the area that show the type of vegetation currently existing,
including the height, density and relationship to grade.
6. Describe the mechanical or manual methods that will be used for the removal of the
vegetation to comply with the fuel modification plans.
7. Describe on the plans the existing structures, natural vegetation, roads, parks and/or green
space 600-feet beyond the site or development property line in all directions. State on the
plans who will have ultimate responsibility for maintenance of the fuel modification
zones.
The applicant shall obtain Fire District approval of a final fuel modificationihazard reduction plan
and program. The plan shall indicate the proposed means of achieving an acceptable level of risk
to the structures.
B. The final fuel modification plans shall:
1. Clearly indicate each fuel modification zone (setback, irrigation method, thinning and
interface thinning). Also indicate locations of permanent zone identification markers.
2. Include irrigation plans and specifications.
3. Include the landscape plan. The landscape plan must identify the location and type of
supplemental plantings. The plans and specifications shall include both the common and
botanical names of new and existing plants within the fuel modification area. Clearly
indicate on the plans the disposition of impacted existing vegetation and identifying those
proposed for retention. All groundcover, shrub, plants and trees are required to be fire-
resistive in accordance with three (3) published references for fire safe vegetation. Refer
to the following web site http://www.ucfpl.cuop.edu/FMI-Zone.XIV pages 168 to
177.htm.
4. Indicate any special or specific landscape maintenance intended for the site such as
pruning, "limbing up", mowing, etc.
5. Describe the mechanical or manual methods that will be used for the removal of the
vegetation to comply with the fuel modification plans.
6. Describe the existing structures, natural vegetation, roads, parks and/or green space 600-
feet beyond the site or development property line in all directions.
7. Note the names, addresses and phone numbers of the responsible parties for the
maintenance of the fuel modification zones.
8. Include on the title sheet the conditions of approval, CC&R's and/or any deed instructions
related to the site or final fuel modification area. Include a copy of the approved
preliminary fuel modification plans with this submittal.
9. Provide a copy of the proposed fuel modification maintenance documents to be recorded.
The maintenance agreements must be perpetual in the event of property transfer and/or a
change in Board of Directors for the Homeowner's Association.
10. Indicate that the developer will implement the required measures of the approved fuel
modification/hazard reduction plan determined to be necessary by the Fire District,
before the introduction of any combustible materials into the project. Fire Construction
Services must be summoned for an on-site inspection and approval prior to the issuance
of the building permit.
5. Mobile, stationary or portable power-operated equipment in the Hazardous Fire Area shall
not be used without the Fire Safety Division's written approval. Specific fire protection measures
that may be required to mitigate the hazard include, but are not limited to:
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a. A stand-by water tender, equipped with a pump, fire hose and nozzle.
b. Pre-wetting of the site to avoid the production of sparks between blades or tracks and rocks.
c. Conducting a fire watch for a minimum of one-hour following the cessation of operations
each day.
d. For welding, cutting or grinding work, clear away all combustible material from the area
around such operation for a minimum distance of 10-feet. A "hot-work" permit must be
obtained from Fire Construction Services prior to cutting, welding or grinding work.
e. Maintain one serviceable round point shovel with an overall length of not less than forty-six
(46) inches and one five (5) gallon backpack water pump-type fire extinguisher fully equipped
and ready for use at the immediate area during the operation.
FSC-8 Chronological summary of RCFPD Hazardous Fire Area requirements
Prior to the issuance of a rough grading permit, the applicant shall obtain the Fire District approval
of a preliminary fuel modification/hazard reduction plan and program. The plan(s) shall be prepared
by an individual or firm qualified and experienced in wildfire hazard mitigation planning.
Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the developer shall have submitted and obtain approval of
a final fuel modification plan. Further, the builder shall have completed that portion of the approved
fuel modification/hazard reduction plan determined to be necessary by the Fire District before the
introduction of any combustible materials into the project area. Approval is subject to an on-site
inspection.
Prior to the issuance of any Certificate of Occupancy, the remainder of the fuel modification/hazard
reduction plan requirements shall be installed, inspected and accepted by the Fire District staff.
Schedule the inspection with Fire Construction Services at 909-477-2713.
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.
.Chronological Summary of RCFPD Standard Conditions
PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS — Please complete the following prior to the
issuance of any building permits:
1. 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. 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 water system by CCWD. Fire Construction Services must grant a•clearance before
lumber is dropped.
2. Fuel Modification Plans: Please refer to RCFPD Summary of Fire Hazardous Area
requirements.
3. 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.
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4. 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' policies.
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. 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.
3. 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.
4. Address: Prior to the granting of occupancy, single-family dwellings shall post the address with
minimum 4-inch numbers on a contrasting background. The numbers shall be internally or
externally illuminated during periods of darkness. The numbers shall be visible from the street.
When building setback from the public roadway exceeds 100-feet, additional 4-inch numbers shall
be displayed at the property entry.
5. Fuel Modification: Please refer to RCFPD Summary of Fire Hazardous Area requirements.
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