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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05-42 - Resolutions RESOLUTION NO. 05-42 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING HILLSIDE DESIGN REVIEW DRC2005-00003, A REQUEST TO CONSTRUCT A TWO-STORY SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE WITH A FLOOR AREA OF 3,974 SQUARE FEET (INCLUDING THE GARAGE, PATIOS, AND DECKS), ON A PARCEL OF ABOUT 12,000 SQUARE FEET IN THE LOW RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT (2-4 DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE), LOCATED WEST OF PREDERA COURT ON THE NORTH SIDE OF CAMINO PREDERA; AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF -APN: 0207-631-22. A. Recitals. 1. Sam Aguirre, Pam Aguirre, and Sarah Bruno filed an application for the approval of Hillside Design Review DRC2005-00003 as described in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Hillside Design Review is referred to as "the application." 2. On the 8th day of June 2005, 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 June 8, 2005, including written and oral staff reports,this Commission hereby specifically finds as follows: a. The application applies to property in the Low Residential District, located on the north side of Camino Predera; and b. The subject property has an area of 12,203 square feet with a street frontage of about 80 feet and lot depth of about 155 feet; and C. The subject property slopes from north to south with an elevation of 1,335 feet on the north (rear) side and an elevation of 1,304 feet on the south (front) side; and d. The applicant proposes to construct a 2-story single-family residence and attached 2-car garage with a lot coverage of 23.5 percent; and e. The first floor of the proposed house, including the garage,will have three stepped pads with finished floor elevations of 1,329.5 feet and 1,326.5 feet. The garage will have a finished surface elevation of 1,322.5 feet; and PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 05-42 DRC2005-00003 —AGUIRRE/BRUNO June 8, 2005 Page 2 f. Excavation in excess of 5 feet will occur at two general locations: at the driveway at the front of the property and at the northwest comer of the property. Excavations on the remainder of the property will be limited to 5 feet or less; and g. The combined quantity of excavation and fill will be about 1,000 cubic yards; and h. The property to the north has an existing single-family residence;the propertyto the south is vacant, and the properties to the east and west are vacant although one single-family residence was recently approved for development on each (Hillside Design Review DRC2004-00375 and DRC2004-00630, respectively); and i. On August 24, 2005, a neighborhood meeting was conducted to gather input and comments from the owners of the surrounding properties on Camino Predera and immediately to the north on Red Hill Country Club Drive. The primary concern stated by those present was the potential loss of views caused by new construction on currently vacant land along Camino Predera, specifically on the south side of the street. As the applicant's property is on the north side of the street, and is significantly lower than the house to the north, his design and grading will allow the house to have a lower profile. Any loss of views will be minimal. j. The site is vacant and contains one tree and native grasses; and k. The proposed residence is consistent with other single-family residential developments in the area; and 1. The proposed residence meets the intent and guidelines of the Hillside Development Regulations. 3. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the above-referenced meeting and upon the specific findings of facts set forth in paragraphs 1 and 2 above, this Commission hereby finds and concludes as follows: a. The proposed project is consistent with the objectives of the General Plan; and b. The proposed use is in accord with the objectives of the Development Code and the purposes of the district in which the site is located; and C. The proposed use is in compliance with each of the applicable provisions of the Development Code; and d. The proposed use, together with the conditions applicable thereto, will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare or materially injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity. 4. The Commission hereby finds and determines that the project identified in this Resolution is categorically exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA)of 1970, as amended, and the Guidelines promulgated thereunder, pursuant to Section 15303(a)of the State CEQA Guidelines. 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. 05-42 DRC2005-00003—AGUIRRE/BRUNO June 8, 2005 Page 3 Planning Department 1) Approval is for the construction of a two-story, single-family residence of 3,974 square feet, on a parcel located on the north side of Camino Predera, west of Predera Court -APN: 0207-631-22. 2) Architectural details,finishes, trim, materials, and color shall be uniform in appearance and design, and shall be applied on all elevations of the house. 3) Prior to the construction of a new perimeter wall on the west and east sides of the subject property, a good faith effort shall be made to coordinate the design and construction of this wall with the property owners to the west and east to ensure that any grade differences are minimized and that there are no "double-wall' conditions. Although separate, approved building permits are required prior to construction of this wall; its location shall be shown in its entirety and with dimensions and elevations (top/bottom of wall) on the Precise Grading Plan. 4) The minimum horizontal distance between any retaining walls is 3 feet (inside dimension) and shall include appropriate landscaping between them. All walls shall have a decorative finish and a 2-inch decorative cap. The maximum allowable height of the retaining walls in the front yard setback is 3 feet, measured from finished grade. Although separate, approved building permits are required prior to construction of these walls; their location shall be shown on the Precise Grading Plan. 5) Walls with a height in excess of 6 feet shall require the submittal of a Minor Exception for review and approval by the City Planner prior to construction. 6) Vertical cut/fill shall not exceed 5 feet in depth anywhere on the property, as measured from the natural grade, except at the two locations identified in Exhibit E of the staff report. 7) Prior to issuance of Grading Permit(s) and the removal of the tree that is located near the northeast comer of the property, a Tree Removal Permit(with applicable fee) shall be submitted for review and approval by the City Planner. 8) Front yard landscaping shall be installed prior to release of occupancy. A minimum of 30 percent of the landscape material shall be large size (minimum 24-inch box size trees, 10-gallon shrubs)within the front yard and visible portions of the side yard in order to create a mature appearance. 9) Any revisions to the Grading Plan, including changes in the quantities or depth of cut/fill, will require the review and approval by the Grading Review Committee and Planning Commission. PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 05-42 DRC2005-00003—AGUIRRE/BRUNO June 8, 2005 Page 4 Engineering Department 1) The drainage runoff from this developed site shall not adversely affect the existing homes/lots adjacent and downstream of this site. 2) Revise existing Public Street Improvement Plans, City Drawing No. 922. Provide all missing public improvements including drive approach and curbside drain outlet. a) Curbside drain outlet(s) shall be constructed per City Standard 107-A. Maintain the proposed curbside drain outlet clear of the drive approach. b) The edge of the drive approach shall be a minimum 5 feet from the property line. Residential drive approach shall be constructed per City Standard No.101, type R-1. c) On the typical street section for Camino Predera, extend the 2 percent parkway slope to 1 foot beyond the edge of the sidewalk, then join on-site grades with maximum 2:1 slopes. 3) Protect all existing street improvements in place including, but not limited to, curb and gutter, sidewalk, streetlight, and pavement. 4) Protect all existing private drainage easement improvements along the northwesterly property line, or replace. Clean and maintain the private drainage easement swale and maintain in a good working order. The owner shall be responsible for all maintenance of drainage easement facilities on this site. 5) Prior to any work being performed in the 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. 6. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution. APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 8TH DAY OF JUNE 2005. PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA BY: 1— Rich Macias, Chairman ATTEST: Brad B ecr tary PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 05-42 ORC2005-00003 —AGUIRRE/BRUNO June 8, 2005 Page 5 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 8th day of June 2005, by the following vote-to-wit: AYES: COMMISSIONERS: FLETCHER, MACIAS, McNIEL, McPHAIL NOES: COMMISSIONERS: NONE ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: NONE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT STANDARD CONDITIONS PROJECT#: DRC2005-00003 SUBJECT: HILLSIDE DESIGN REVIEW APPLICANT: SAM AND PAM AGUIRRE AND SARAH BRUNO LOCATION: NORTHSIDE OF CAMINO PREDERA, WEST OF PREDERA COURT—APN: 0207-631-22 ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT. APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE PLANNING DEPARTMENT, (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 attorneys 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. 05-42, 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. 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 Department, the conditions contained herein, and 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. 1 Project NO.DRC2005-00003 Completion Date 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 Department 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 building numbers and individual units shall be identified in a clear and concise manner, including proper illumination. 9. 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. 10. Construct block walls between homes(i.e.,along interior side and rear property lines),rather than wood fencing for permanence, durability, and design consistency. 11. 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. 12. For residential development, return walls and corner side walls shall be decorative masonry. 13. Slope fencing along side property lines may be wrought iron or black plastic coated chain link to maintain an open feeling and enhance views. 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 Department. Such screening shall be architecturally integrated with the building design and constructed to the satisfaction of the City Planner. Details shall be included in building plans. E. Parking and Vehicular Access (indicate details on building plans) 1. 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 Project No.DRC2005-00003 Completion Dale 2. 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. 3. 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. 4. 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 Department to determine that they are in satisfactory condition. 5. Front yard and corner side yard landscaping and irrigation shall be required per the Development Code. This requirement shall be in addition to the required street trees and slope planting. 6. 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 Department. 7. 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. 8. All walls shall be provided with decorative treatment. If located in public maintenance areas,the design shall be coordinated with the Engineering Department. G. 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 DEPARTMENT,(909)477-2710, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: NOTE: ANY REVISIONS MAY VOID THESE REQUIREMENTS AND NECESSITATE ADDITIONAL REVIEW(S) H. 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; 3 Project NO.DRC2005-00003 Completion Dale 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 Department Project Number(DRC2005-00003)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. I. 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(DRC2005-00003). 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 Department 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 Department 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. J. 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. K. 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 Project No.DRC2005-00003 Completion Date 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: L. 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. M. 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. N. 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 DEPARTMENT, FIRE PROTECTION PLANNING SERVICES AT, (909) 477-2770, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: SEE ATTACHED 5 Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District Fire Construction Services STANDARD CONDITIONS April 14, 2005 Samuel Aguirre 8044 Camino Predera DRC2005-00003 THE FOLLOWING STANDARD CONDITIONS APPLY TO THIS PROJECT. FSC-2 Fire Flow 1. The required fire flow for this project is 2,000 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. 2. On all site plans to be submitted for review, show all fire hydrants located within 600-feet of the proposed project site. Please complete the following prior to the issuance of any building permits: 1. 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. 2. Address: Note on the plans that 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.