HomeMy WebLinkAbout05-61 - Resolutions RESOLUTION NO. 05-61
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING VARIANCE
DRC2005-00321, A REQUEST TO ALLOW A BUILDING HEIGHT OF 45
FEET WHERE A MAXIMUM BUILDING HEIGHT OF 30 FEET IS ALLOWED
FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A 76,019 SQUARE FOOT WORSHIP
CENTER ON 8.86 ACRES OF LAND IN THE VERY LOW RESIDENTIAL
DISTRICT (.1 to 2 DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE), LOCATED AT THE
SOUTHWEST CORNER OF HAVEN AVENUE AND VISTA GROVE
STREET; AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF -
APN: 1074-271-01.
A. Recitals.
1. Hillside Community Church filed an application for the issuance of Variance
DCR2005-00321, as described in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the
subject Variance request is referred to as "the application."
2. On the 27th day of July 2005, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho
Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public hearing to consider the application.
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 27, 2005, including written and oral staff reports together
with public testimony, this Commission hereby specifically finds as follows:
a. The application applies to Development Review DRC2004-01019, a 76,019 square
foot worship center located at the southwest corner of Haven Avenue and Vista Grove Street; and
b. The property to the north of the subject site is developed with single-family dwelling
units, the property to the south is developed with future single-family dwelling units, the property to
the east, across Haven Avenue, is developed with a single-family dwelling units, and the propertyto
the west is developed with single-family dwelling units; and
C. The church site was originally approved under Conditional Use Permit 82-29 on
February 9, 1983. On September 28, 1988, Conditional Use Permit 88-10, which was identical to
Conditional Use Permit 82-29 with the exception of the architectural design of the sanctuary, was
approved along with a Master Plan and the issuance of a Negative Declaration. Conditional Use
Permit 88-10 was also included the master plan for the church. In 1994, the church completed its
first permanent building, the Family Center, which is a multi-purpose building that is presently used
for worship services; and
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July 27, 2005
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d. The Variance request is to allow a maximum building height of 45 feet where a
maximum height of 30 feet is permitted; and
e. Literal enforcement of building height would cause a physical hardship and
practical difficultly for development of the property by requiring the building pad elevation to be
reduced an additional 15 feet, which would require significant amounts of earthwork and result in a
practical difficulty that would require substantial structural design modifications that have not been
required of similar projects. Further,the project has been designed with a depressed pad elevation
to mitigate the 45 foot height; and
f. There are exceptional circumstances applicable to the subject property that do not
apply to a majority of other properties in the immediate surrounding area because of the fact that the
property is a church and the proposed sanctuary building has a pad elevation that ranges from 6 to
30 feet below the street grades of Haven Avenue, and 30 feet below the street grade of Vista Grove
Street. Because of the existing topography of the site,the proposed building heights will only project
15 feet above the street grade on Vista Grove Street, which is the nearest local residential street;
and
g. Literal enforcement of the building setback would deprive the applicant of
development enjoyed by other properties in the Hillside Overlay District by requiring the applicant to
significantly alter the proposed design of the project by providing an alternative subterranean design,
which is atypical of architecture for worship buildings in residential districts; and
h. The granting of the Variance will not constitute a special privilege because on
February 9, 1983, a Variance (Variance 83-01) was granted to Hillside Community Church for a
50-foot height limit for the sanctuary as part of the original Conditional Use Permit(Conditional Use
Permit 82-29) for the church. Further, the granting of the Variance will not constitute a special
privilege inconsistent with the limitations on other properties in the same zone in that worship
centers in residential districts are often architectural focal points that exceed the allowable height
limits through the use of steeples and bell towers or similar features; and
i. Granting of the Variance will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, or
welfare in that the worship center will project 15 feet above the street grade on Vista Grove Street,
half of the allowable 30-foot height limit.
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. That strict or literal interpretation and enforcement of the specified regulations
would result in practical difficulty or unnecessary physical hardship inconsistent with the objectives
of the Development Code; and
b. That there are exceptional or extraordinary circumstances or conditions applicable
to the property involved or to the intended use of the property that do not apply generally to other
properties in the same district; and
C. That strict or literal interpretation and enforcement of the specified regulation would
deprive the applicant of privileges enjoyed by the owners of other properties in the same district;and
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July 27, 2005
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d. That the granting of the Variance will not constitute a grant of special privilege
inconsistent with the limitations on other properties classified in the same district; and
e. That the granting of the Variance will not be detrimental to the public health, safety,
or welfare or materially injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity.
4. Based upon the facts and information contained in the proposed Mitigated Negative
Declaration, together with all written and oral reports included for the environmental assessment for
the application, the Planning Commission finds that there is no substantial evidence that the project
will have a significant effect upon the environment and adopts a Mitigated Negative Declaration and
Monitoring Program attached hereto, and incorporated herein by this reference, based upon the
findings as follows:
a. That the Mitigated Negative Declaration has been prepared in compliance with the
California Environmental Quality Act of 1970, as amended, and the State CEQA guidelines
promulgated thereunder; that said Mitigated Negative Declaration and the Initial Study prepared
therefore reflect the independent judgment of the Planning Commission; and, further, this
Commission has reviewed and considered the information contained in said Mitigated Negative
Declaration with regard to the application.
b. Although the Mitigated Negative Declaration identifies certain significant
environmental effects that will result if the project is approved, all significant effects have been
reduced to an acceptable level by imposition of mitigation measures on the project that are listed
below as conditions of approval.
C. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 753.5(c) of Title 14 of the California Code of
Regulations, the Planning Commission finds as follows: In considering the record as a whole, the
Initial Study and Mitigated Negative Declaration for the project, there is no evidence that the
proposed project will have potential for an adverse impact upon wildlife resources or the habitat
upon which wildlife depends. Further, based upon the substantial evidence contained in the
Mitigated Negative Declaration, the staff reports and exhibits, and the information provided to the
Planning Commission during the public hearing, the Planning Commission hereby rebuts the
presumption of adverse effect as set forth in Section 753.5(c-1-d)of Title 14 of the California Code
of Regulations.
5. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth in paragraphs 1, 2, 3, and 4 above,
this Commission hereby approves the application subject to each and every condition set forth
below:
1) Variance approval shall expire if Building Permits are not issued within
5 years from the date of approval.
2) All applicable Conditions of Approval per Resolution No. 05-60
approving Development Review DRC2004-01019 shall apply.
3) 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
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VARIANCE DRC2005-00321 — HILLSIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH
July 27, 2005
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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.
Environmental Mitigation
Air Quality
1) The site shall be treated with water or other soil-stabilizing agents
(approved by South Coast Air Quality Management District[SCAQMD]
and Regional Water Quality Control Board [RWQCB]) daily to reduce
Fine Particulate Matter(PM,o)emissions, in accordance with SCAQMD
Rule 403.
2) Haven Avenue and Vista Grove Street shall be swept according to a
schedule established by the City to reduce PM10 emissions associated
with vehicle tracking of soil off-site. Timing may vary depending upon
time of year of construction.
3) Grading operations shall be suspended when wind speeds exceed
25 mph to minimize PM10 emissions from the site during such
episodes.
4) Chemical soil stabilizers(approved by SCAQMD and RWQCB)shall be
applied to all inactive construction areas that remain inactive for 96
hours or more to reduce PM10 emissions.
5) All construction equipment shall be maintained in good operating
condition so as to reduce operational emissions. The contractor shall
ensure that all construction equipment is being properly serviced and
maintained as per man ufacturers'specifications. Maintenance records
shall be available at the construction site for City verification.
6) Prior to the issuance of any grading permits,the developer shall submit
construction plans to the City denoting the proposed schedule and
projected equipment use. Construction contractors shall provide
evidence that low-emission mobile construction equipment will be
utilized, or that their use was investigated and found to be infeasible for
the project. Contractors shall also conform to any construction
measures imposed by the South Coast Air Quality Management District
(SCAQMD) as well as City Planning staff.
7) All paints and coatings shall meet or exceed performance standards
noted in SCAQMD Rule 1113. Paints and coatings shall be applied
either by hand or high-volume, low-pressure spray.
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July 27, 2005
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8) All asphalt shall meet or exceed performance standards noted in
SCAQMD Rule 1108.
9) All construction equipment shall comply with SCAQMD Rules 402 and
403. Additionally, contractors shall include the following provisions on
Grading Plans and initiate on-site when appropriate or as soon as
feasible:
• Reestablish ground cover on the construction site through
seeding and watering.
• Pave or apply gravel to any on-site haul roads.
• Phase grading to prevent the susceptibility of large areas to
erosion over extended periods of time.
• Schedule activities to minimize the amounts of exposed
excavated soil during and after the end of work periods.
• Dispose of surplus excavated material in accordance with local
ordinances and use sound engineering practices.
• Sweep streets according to a schedule established by the City if
silt is carried over to adjacent public thoroughfares or occurs as a
result of hauling. Timing may vary depending upon the time of
year of construction.
• Suspend grading operations during high winds (i.e.,wind speeds
exceeding 25 mph) in accordance with Rule 403 requirements.
• Maintain a minimum 24-inch freeboard ratio on soils haul trucks
or cover payloads using tarps or other suitable means.
10) The construction contractor shall utilize electric or clean alternative
fuel-powered equipment where feasible.
11) The construction contractor shall ensure that construction grading
plans include a statement that work crews will shut off equipment when
not in use.
12) All residential and commercial structures shall be required to
incorporate high-efficiency/low-polluting heating, air conditioning,
appliances, and water heaters.
13) All residential and commercial structures shall be required to
incorporate thermal pane windows and weather-stripping.
Cultural Resources
1) If any prehistoric archaeological resources are encountered before or
during grading, the developer will retain a qualified archaeologist to
monitor construction activities,to take appropriate measures to protect
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July 27, 2005
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or preserve them for study. With the assistance of the archaeologist,
the City of Rancho Cucamonga will:
• Enact interim measures to protect undesignated sites from
demolition or significant modification without an opportunity for
the City to establish its archaeological value.
• Consider establishing provisions to require incorporation of
archaeological sites within new developments, using their special
qualities as a theme or focal point.
• Pursue educating the public about the area's archaeological
heritage.
• Propose mitigation measures and recommend conditions of
approval to eliminate adverse project effects on significant,
important, and unique prehistoric resources,following appropriate
CEQA guidelines.
• Prepare a technical resources management report,documenting
the inventory, evaluation, and proposed mitigation of resources
within the project area. Submit one copy of the completed report,
with original illustrations, to the San Bernardino County
Archaeological Information Center for permanent archiving.
2) A qualified paleontologist shall conduct a preconstruction field survey
of the project site. The paleontologist shall submit a report of findings
that will also provide specific recommendations regarding further
mitigation measures (i.e., paleontological monitoring) that may be
appropriate. Where mitigation monitoring is appropriate, the program
must include, but not be limited to, the following measures:
• Assign a paleontological monitor, trained and equipped to allow
the rapid removal of fossils with minimal construction delay,to the
site full-time during the interval of earth-disturbing activities.
• Should fossils be found within an area being cleared or graded,
divert earth-disturbing activities elsewhere until the monitor has
completed salvage. If construction personnel make the discovery,
the grading contractor should immediately divert construction and
notify the monitor of the find.
• Submit a summary report to the City of Rancho Cucamonga.
Transfer collected specimens with a copy of the report to the San
Bernardino County Museum.
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VARIANCE DRC2005-00321 — HILLSIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH
July 27, 2005
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Geology and Soils
1) The site shall be treated with water or other soil-stabilizing agent
(approved by SCAQMD and RWQCB)daily to reduce PM10 emissions,
in accordance with SCAQMD Rule 403 or re-planted with drought
resistant landscaping as soon as possible.
2) Frontage public streets shall be swept according to a schedule
established by the City to reduce PM10 emissions associated with
vehicle tracking of soil off-site. Timing may vary depending upon the
time of year of construction.
3) Grading operations shall be suspended when wind speeds exceed
25 mph to minimize PM,o emissions from the site during such
episodes.
4) Chemical soil stabilizers(approved by SCAQMD and RWQCB)shall be
applied to all inactive construction areas that remain inactive for 96
hours or more to reduce PM,o emissions.
Hydrology and Water Quality
1) Prior to issuance of grading permits, the permit applicant shall submit
to Building Official for approval, Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan
(SW PPP) specifically identifying Best Management Practices (BMPs)
that shall be used on-site to reduce pollutants during construction
activities entering the storm drain system to the maximum extent
practical.
2) An erosion control plan shall be prepared, included in grading plan,and
implemented for the proposed project that identifies specific measures
to control on-site and off-site erosion from the time of ground disturbing
activities are initiated through completion of grading. This erosion
control plan shall include the following measures at a minimum: a)
Specify the timing of grading and construction to minimize soil
exposure to rainy periods experienced in southern California,and b)An
inspection and maintenance program shall be included to ensure that
any erosion which does occur either on-site or off-site as a result of this
project will be corrected through a remediation or restoration program
within a specified time frame.
3) During construction, temporary berms such as sandbags or gravel
dikes must be used to prevent discharge of debris or sediment from the
site when there is rainfall or other runoff.
4) During construction, to remove pollutants, street cleaning will be
performed prior to storm events and after the use of water trucks to
control dust in order to prevent discharge of debris or sediment from
the site.
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5) The developer shall implement the BMPs identified in the WQMP
prepared by Dan Guerra&Associates (May 2005)to reduce pollutants
after construction is complete from entering the storm drain system to
the maximum extent practical.
6) Landscaping plans shall include provisions for controlling and
minimizing the use of fertilizers/pesticides/herbicides. Landscaped
areas shall be monitored and maintained for at least two years to
ensure adequate coverage and stable growth. Plans for these areas,
including monitoring provisions for a minimum of two years, shall be
submitted to the City for review and approval prior to the issuance of
grading permits.
7) Roof Runoff Controls: Pollutants picked up from roofing materials and
atmospheric depositions during roof storm water runoff shall pass
through a water quality device located at catch basins.
8) Efficient Irrigation: Irrigation systems shall include features such as flow
reducers or shutoff valves triggered by a pressure drop to control water
loss in the event of broken sprinkler heads or lines. The landscaping
areas will be grouped with plants that have similar water requirements.
Native or drought species shall also be used where appropriate to
reduce excess irrigation runoff and promote surface filtration.
9) Storm Drain Signage: All storm drain inlets and catch basins shall have
stenciling or labeling "Keep Gutters Clean For Those Downstream."
Legibility of stencils and signs must be maintained.
10) Trash Storage Areas: The trash storage areas will be paved with an
impervious surface to mitigate spills. The trash container areas will
also be walled to prevent off-site transport of trash. The container floor
will be graded such that storm water runoff will flow out of the structure.
Ponding will not occur within the trash enclosure. Trash containers
shall have lids or an awning to prevent rainfall from entering containers.
In addition, storm water runoff from adjoining roofs and pavement must
be diverted around the trash area and signs should be posted
informing users that hazardous materials are not to be disposed of
therein.
11) Prior to issuance of building permits, the applicant shall submit to the
City Engineer for approval, a WQMP, including a project description
and identifying BMPs that will be used on-site to reduce pollutants into
the storm drain system to the maximum extent practicable. The
WQMP shall identify the structural and non-structural measures
consistent with the Guidelines for New Development and
Redevelopment adopted by the City of Rancho Cucamonga in
June 2004.
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12) Prior to issuance of grading or paving permits, the applicant shall
obtain a Notice of Intent(NO])to comply with obtaining coverage under
the National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES)General
Construction Storm Water Permit from the State Water Resources
Control Board. Evidence that this has been obtained (i.e. a copy of the
Waste Discharger's Identification Number) shall be submitted to the
City Building Official for coverage under the NPDES General
Construction Permit.
Noise
1) Construction or grading shall not take place between the hours of
8:00 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. on weekdays, including Saturday, or at any
time on Sunday or a national holiday.
2) Construction or grading noise levels shall not exceed the standards
specified in Development Code Section 17.02.120-D, as measured at
the property line. The developer shall hire a consultant to perform
weekly noise level monitoring as specified in Development Code
Section 17.02.120. Monitoring at other times may be required by the
Building Official. Said consultant shall report their findings to the
Building Official within 24 hours; however, if noise levels exceed the
above standards, then the consultant shall immediately notify the
Building Official. If noise levels exceed the above standards, then
construction activities shall be reduced in intensity to a level of
compliance with above noise standards or halted.
3) The wall at the south property line shall be constructed as early as
possible.
4) Haul truck deliveries shall not take place between the hours of
8:00 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. on weekdays, including Saturday, or at any
time on Sunday ora national holiday. Additionally, if heavy trucks used
for hauling would exceed 100 daily trips (counting both to and from the
construction site), then the developer shall prepare a noise mitigation
plan denoting any construction traffic haul routes. To the extent
feasible, the plan shall denote haul routes that do not pass sensitive
land uses or residential dwellings.
6. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 27TH DAY OF JULY 2005.
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 05-61
VARIANCE DRC2005-00321 — HILLSIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH
July 27, 2005
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BY:
cias, Chairman
ATTEST:
oleman, Acting Secretary
I, Dan Coleman, Acting 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 July 2005, by the following vote-to-wit:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS: FLETCHER, MACIAS, McNIEL, McPHAIL
NOES: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: STEWART
City of Rancho Cucamonga
MITIGATION MONITORING
in PROGRAM
Project File No.: ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DESIGN REVIEW DRC2004-01019,
VARIANCE DRC2005-00321, VARIANCE DRC2005-00322, AND VARIANCE DRC2005-00323
This Mitigation Monitoring Program (MMP)has been prepared for use in implementing the mitigation
measures identified in the Mitigated Negative Declaration for the above-listed project. This program
has been prepared in compliance with State law to ensure that adopted mitigation measures are
implemented (Section 21081.6 of the Public Resources Code).
Program Components - This MMP contains the following elements:
1. Conditions of approval that act as impact mitigation measures are recorded with the action and
the procedure necessary to ensure compliance.The mitigation measure conditions of approval
are contained in the adopted Resolution of Approval for the project.
2. A procedure of compliance and verification has been outlined for each action necessary. This
procedure designates who will take action, what action will be taken and when, and to whom
and when compliance will be reported.
3. The MMP has been designed to provide focused, yet flexible guidelines. As monitoring
progresses, changes to compliance procedures may be necessary based upon
recommendations by those responsible for the program.
Program Management - The MMP will be in-place through all phases of the project. The project
planner, assigned by the City Planner, shall coordinate enforcement of the MMP. The project
planner oversees the MMP and reviews the Reporting Forms to ensure they are filled out correctly
and proper action is taken on each mitigation. Each City department shall ensure compliance of the
conditions (mitigation) that relate to that department.
Procedures -The following steps will be followed by the City of Rancho Cucamonga.
1. A fee covering all costs and expenses, including any consultants' fees, incurred by the City in
performing monitoring or reporting programs shall be charged to the applicant.
2. A MMP Reporting Form will be prepared for each potentially significant impact and its
corresponding mitigation measure identified in the Mitigation Monitoring Checklist, attached
hereto. This procedure designates who will take action,what action will be taken and when,and
to whom and when compliance will be reported. All monitoring and reporting documentation will
be kept in the project file with the department having the original authority for processing the
project. Reports will be available from the City upon request at the following address:
City of Rancho Cucamonga - Lead Agency
(Planning Department)
10500 Civic Center Drive
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
Mitigation Monitoring Program
DRC2004-01019, DRC2005-00321, DRC2005-00322, AND DRC2005-00323
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3. Appropriate specialists will be retained if technical expertise beyond the City staff's is needed, as
determined by the project planner or responsible City department,to monitor specific mitigation
activities and provide appropriate written approvals to the project planner.
4. The project planner or responsible City department will approve, by signature and date, the
completion of each action item that was identified on the MMP Reporting Form. After each
measure is verified for compliance, no further action is required for the specific phase of
development.
5. All MMP Reporting Forms for an impact issue requiring no further monitoring will be signed off
as completed by the project planner or responsible City department at the bottom of the MMP
Reporting Form.
6. Unanticipated circumstances may arise requiring the refinement or addition of mitigation
measures.The project planner is responsible for approving any such refinements or additions.
An MMP Reporting Form will be completed by the project planner or responsible City department
and a copy provided to the appropriate design, construction, or operational personnel.
7. The project planner or responsible City department has the authority to stop the work of
construction contractors if compliance with any aspects of the MMP is not occurring after written
notification has been issued. The project planner or responsible City department also has the
authority to hold certificates of occupancies if compliance with a mitigation measure attached
hereto is not occurring. The project planner or responsible City department has the authority to
hold issuance of a business license until all mitigation measures are implemented.
8. Any conditions (mitigation) that require monitoring after project completion shall be the
responsibility of the City of Rancho Cucamonga Planning Division.The Division shall require the
applicant to post any necessary funds (or other forms of guarantee)with the City. These funds
shall be used by the City to retain consultants and/or pay for City staff time to monitor and report
on the mitigation measure for the required period of time.
9. In those instances requiring long-term project monitoring, the applicant shall provide the City
with a plan for monitoring the mitigation activities at the project site and reporting the monitoring
results to the City. Said plan shall identify the reporter as an individual qualified to know whether
the particular mitigation measure has been implemented. The monitoring/reporting plan shall
conform to the City's MMP and shall be approved by the Community Development Director or
City Planner prior to the issuance of building permits.
MITIGATION MONITORING CHECKLIST (INITIAL STUDY PART III)
Project File No.: DRC2004-01019, DRC2005-00321, DRC2005-00322, AND DRC2005-00323
Applicant: Hillside Community Church
Initial Study Prepared by: Donald Granger Date: June 7, 2005
ResponsibleMitigation Measures No./
Implementing Action for Monitoring Frequency Verification Verification Date/initials Non-Compliance
Air Quality
The site shall be treated with water or other BO C During A 4
soil-stabilizing agents (approved by South Coast Air construction
Quality Management District (SCAQMD) and Regional
Water Quality Control Board[RWQCB))daily to reduce
Fine Particulate Matter(PM,o)emissions,in accordance
with SCAQMD Rule 403.
Haven Avenue and Vista Grove Street shall be swept CP C During A 4
according to a schedule established by the City to construction
reduce PM,o emissions associated with vehicle tracking
of soil off-site.Timing may vary depending upon time of
year of construction.
Grading operations shall be suspended when wind CP C During A 4
speeds exceed 25 mph to minimize PM,o emissions construction
from the site during such episodes.
Chemical soil stabilizers (approved by SCAQMD and BO C During A 4
RWQCB) shall be applied to all inactive construction construction
areas that remain inactive for 96 hours or more to
reduce PM,o emissions.
All construction equipment shall be maintained in good CP C Review of plans A/C 2/4
operating condition so as to reduce operational
emissions. The construction contractors shall ensure
that all construction equipment is being properly
serviced and maintained as per manufacturers'
specifications. Maintenance records shall be available
at the construction site for City verification.
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Mitigation Measures No.
Responsible
Implementing Action for Monitoring Frequency Verification Verification Date/Initials Non-Compliance
Prior to the issuance of any grading permits, the CPEO C Review of plans C 2
developer shall submit construction plans to City
denoting the proposed schedule and projected
equipment use. Construction contractors shall provide
evidence that low emission mobile construction
equipment will be utilized, or that their use was
investigated and found to be infeasible for the project.
Contractors shall also conform to any construction
measures imposed by the South Coast Air Quality
Management District (SCAQMD) as well as City
Planning Staff.
All paints and coatings shall meet or exceed CP C Review of plans A/C 2/4
performance standards noted in SCAQMD Rule 1113.
Paints and coatings shall be applied either by hand or
high volume, low-pressure spray.
All asphalt shall meet or exceed performance standards BO B Review of plans A/C 2
noted in SCAQMD Rule 1108.
All construction equipment shall comply with SCAQMD BO C Review of plans A/C 2/4
Rules 402 and 403. Additionally, contractors shall
include the following provisions on Grading Plans and
initiate on-site when appropriate or as soon as feasible:
• Reestablish ground cover on the construction site BO C Review of plans A/C 2/4
through seeding and watering.
• Pave or apply gravel to any on-site haul roads. BO C Review of plans A/C 2/4
• Phase grading to prevent the susceptibility of large BO C Review of plans A/C 2/4
areas to erosion over extended periods of time.
• Schedule activities to minimize the amounts of BO C Review of plans A/C 2/4
exposed excavated soil during and after the end of
work periods.
• Dispose of surplus excavated material in BO C Review of plans A 4
accordance with local ordinances and use sound
engineering practices.
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Mitigation Measures
. Responsible Monitoring Timing of Method . Sanctions for
Implementing Action for Monitoring Frequency Verification Verification Date/Initials Non-Compliance
• Sweep streets according to a schedule established BO C During A 4
by the City if silt is carried over to adjacent public construction
thoroughfares or occurs as a result of hauling.
Timing may vary depending upon time of year of
construction.
• Suspend grading operations during high winds (i.e., BO C During A 4
wind speeds exceeding 25 mph) in accordance with construction
SCAOMD Rule 403 requirements.
• Maintain a minimum 24-inch freeboard ratio on soils BO C During A 4
haul trucks or cover payloads using tarps or other Construction
suitable means.
The construction contractor shall utilize electric or clean BO C Review of plans A/C 4
alternative fuel powered equipment where feasible.
The construction contractor shall ensure that BO C Review of plans A/C 2/4
construction-grading plans include a statement that work
crews will shut off equipment when not in use.
All residential and commercial structures shall be BO C Review of plans A/C 2/4
required to incorporate high-efficiency/low-polluting
heating,air conditioning,appliances,and water heaters.
All residential and commercial structures shall be BO C Review of plans A/C 2/4
required to incorporate thermal pane windows and
weather-stripping.
Cultural Resources
If any prehistoric archaeological resources are
encountered before or during grading,the developer will
retain a qualified archaeologist to monitor construction
activities, to take appropriate measures to protect or
preserve them for study. With the assistance of the
archaeologist, the City of Rancho Cucamonga will:
• Enact interim measures to protect undesignated CP/BO C Review of report A/D 3/4
sites from demolition or significant modification
without an opportunity for the City to establish its
archaeological value.
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• Consider establishing provisions to require CP/BO C Review of report A/D 3/4
incorporation of archaeological sites within new
developments, using their special qualities as a
theme or focal point.
Pursue educating the public about the area's CP/BO C Review of report A/D 3/4
archaeological heritage.
• Propose mitigation measures and recommend CP/BO C Review of report A/D 3/4
conditions of approval to eliminate adverse project
effects on significant, important, and unique
prehistoric resources, following appropriate
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
guidelines.
• Prepare a technical resources management report, CP C Review of report A/D 3/4
documenting the inventory, evaluation, and
proposed mitigation of resources within the project
area. Submit one copy of the completed report,with
original illustrations, to the San Bernardino County
Archaeological Information Center for permanent
archiving.
A qualified paleontologist shall conduct a preconstruction
field survey of the project site. The paleontologist shall
submit a report of findings that will also provide specific
recommendations regarding further mitigation measures
(i.e., paleontological monitoring) that may be
appropriate.Where mitigation monitoring is appropriate,
the program must include, but not be limited to, the
following measures:
• Assign a paleontological monitor, trained and CP B Review of report A/D 4
equipped to allow the rapid removal of fossils with
minimal construction delay, to the site full-time
during the interval of earth-disturbing activities.
• Should fossils be found within an area being cleared BO B/C Review of report A/D 4
or graded, divert earth-disturbing activities
elsewhere until the monitor has completed salvage.
If construction personnel make the discovery, the
grading contractor should immediately divert
construction and notify the monitor of the find.
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• Submit summary report to City of Rancho CP D Review of report D 3
Cucamonga. Transfer collected specimens with a
copy of the report to San Bernardino County
Museum.
Geology and Soils _
The site shall be treated with water or other BO C During A 4
soil-stabilizing agent (approved by SCAQMD and construction
RW QCB)daily to reduce PM,p emissions,in accordance
with SCAQMD Rule 403 or re-planted with drought
resistant landscaping as soon as possible.
Frontage public streets shall be swept according to a BO C During A 4
schedule established by the City to reduce PM,o construction
emissions associated with vehicle tracking of soil off-
site. Timing may vary depending upon time of year of
construction.
Grading operations shall be suspended when wind BO C During A 4
speeds exceed 25 mph to minimize PM,e emissions construction
from the site during such episodes.
Chemical soil stabilizers (approved by SCAQMD and BO C During A 4
RWQCB) shall be applied to all inactive construction construction
areas that remain inactive for 96 hours or more to
reduce PM,o emissions.
Hydr`ologyand Water Quality ,
Prior to issuance of grading permits,the permit applicant BO B/C/D Review of plans A/C 2/4
shall submit to Building Official for approval, a SW PPP
specifically identifying Best Management Practices
(BMPs) that shall be used on-site to reduce pollutants
during construction activities, from entering the storm
drain system to the maximum extent practical.
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An erosion control plan shall be prepared, included in BO B/C/D Review of plans A/C 2/4
the grading plan, and implemented for the proposed
project that identifies specific measures to control on-
site and off-site erosion from the time ground disturbing
activities are initiated through completion of grading.
This erosion control plan shall include the following
measures at a minimum: a) Specify the timing of
grading and construction to minimize soil exposure to
rainy periods as experienced in Southern California,and
b) An inspection and maintenance program shall be
included to ensure that any erosion which does occur
either on-site or off-site as a result of this project will be
corrected through a remediation or restoration program
within a specified time frame.
During construction, temporary berms such as BO B/C/D. Review of plans A/C 2/4
sandbags or gravel dikes must be used to prevent
discharge of debris or sediment from the site when there
is rainfall or other runoff.
During construction, to remove pollutants, street BO B/C/D Review of plans A/C 2/4
cleaning will be performed prior to storm events and
after the use of water trucks to control dust in order to
prevent discharge of debris or sediment from the site.
The developer shall implement the BMPs identified in BO B/C/D Review of plans A/C 2/4
the WOMP prepared by Dan Guerra&Associates(May
2005)to reduce pollutants after construction is complete
from entering the storm drain system to the maximum
extent practical.
Landscaping plans shall include provisions for CE D/E Review of plans A/C 2/4
controlling and minimizing the use of
fertilizers/pesticides/herbicides.Landscaped areas shall
be monitored and maintained for at least two years to
ensure adequate coverage and stable growth. Plans for
these areas, including monitoring provisions for a
minimum of two years,shall be submitted to the City for
review and approval prior to the issuance of grading
permits.
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Roof Runoff Controls: Pollutants picked up from roofing CE D/E Review of plans A/C 2/4
materials and atmospheric depositions during roof storm
water runoff shall pass through a water quality device
located at catch basins.
Efficient Irrigation: Irrigation systems shall include CE D/E Review of plans A/C 2/4
features such as flow reducers or shutoff valves
triggered by a pressure drop to control water loss in the
event of broken sprinkler heads or lines. The
landscaping areas will be grouped with plants that have
similar water requirements. Native or drought species
shall also be used where appropriate to reduce excess
irrigation runoff and promote surface filtration.
Storm Drain Signage: All storm drain inlets and catch CE D/E Review of plans A/C 2/4
basins shall have stenciling or labeling "Keep Gutters
Clean For Those Downstream". Legibility of stencils and
signs must be maintained.
Trash Storage Areas: The trash storage areas will be CE D/E Review of plans A/C 2/4
paved with an impervious surface to mitigate spills. The
trash container areas will also be walled to prevent
off-site transport of trash. The container floor will be
graded such that storm water runoff will flow out of the
structure. Ponding will not occur within the trash
enclosure.Trash containers shall have lids or an awning
to prevent rainfall from entering containers. In addition,
storm water runoff from adjoining roofs and pavement
must be diverted around the trash area and signs should
be posted informing users that hazardous materials are
not to be disposed of therein.
Prior to issuance of building permits,the applicant shall CE B/C/D Review of plans A/C 2/4
submit to the City Engineer for approval, a WQMP,
including a project description and identifying BMPs that
will be used on-site to reduce pollutants into the storm
drain system to the maximum extent practicable. The
WQMP shall identify the structural and non-structural
measures consistent with the Guidelines for New
Development and Redevelopment adopted by the City of
Rancho Cucamonga in June 2004.
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Prior to issuance of grading or paving permits, the CE B/C/D Review of plans A/C 2/4
applicant shall obtain a Notice of Intent(NOI)to comply
with obtaining coverage under the National Pollution
Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) General
Construction Storm Water Permit from the State Water
Resources Control Board. Evidence that this has been
obtained (i.e. a copy of the Waste Discharger's
Identification Number) shall be submitted to the City
Building Official for coverage under the NPDES General
Construction Permit.
Noise
Construction or grading shall not take place between the BO C During A 4
hours of 8:00 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. on weekdays, construction
including Saturday, or at any time on Sunday or a
national holiday.
Construction or grading noise levels shall not exceed the BO C During A 4
standards specified in Development Code Section construction
17.02.120-D, as measured at the property line. The
developer shall hire a consultant to perform weekly
noise level monitoring as specified in Development
Code Section 17.02.120. Monitoring at other times may
be required by the Building Official. Said consultant
shall report their findings to the Building Official within 24
hours; however, if noise levels exceed the above
standards, then the consultant shall immediately notify
the Building Official. If noise levels exceed the above
standards,then construction activities shall be reduced
in intensity to a level of compliance with above noise
standards or halted.
The wall at the south property line shall be constructed CP C/D Review of A/C 3/4
as early as possible. plans/During
construction
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Haul truck deliveries shall not take place between the POW C During A 4/7
hours of 8:00 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. on weekdays, construction
including Saturday, or at any time on Sunday or a
national holiday. Additionally, if heavy trucks used for
hauling would exceed 100 daily trips (counting both to
and from the construction site),then the developer shall
prepare a noise mitigation plan denoting any
construction traffic haul routes. To the extent feasible,
the plan shall denote haul routes that do not pass
sensitive land uses or residential dwellings.
Key to Checklist Abbreviations
Responsible Person Monitoring Frequency: Method of.Veriflcation'' .Sanctionsri''� � ,
CDD-Community Development Director or designee A-With Each New Development A-On-site Inspection 1 -Withhold Recordation of Final Map`
CP-City Planner or designee B-Prior To Construction B-Other Agency Permit/Approval 2-Withhold Grading or Building Permit
CE-City Engineer or designee C-Throughout Construction C-Plan Check 3-Withhold Certificate of Occupancy
BO-Building Official or designee D-On Completion D-Separate Submittal(Reports/Studies/Plans) 4-Stop Work Order
PO-Police Captain or designee E-Operating 5-Retain Deposit or Bonds
FC-Fire Chief or designee 6-Revoke CUP
7-Citation
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City of Rancho Cucamonga
NEGATIVE DECLARATION
The following Negative Declaration is being circulated for public review in accordance with the
California Environmental Quality Act Section 21091 and 21092 of the Public Resources Code.
Project File No.: DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2004-01019.
Public Review Period Closes: July 27, 2005
Project Name: Project Applicant: Hillside Community Church
Project Location (also see attached map): Located on the southwest corner of Haven and Vista Grove
Street. APN: 1074-271-01.
Project Description:-The design review of building elevations and detailed site plan for the development of
a two-story 76,019 square foot worship center and 101-stall parking structure center on 8.86 acres of land in
the Very Low Residential District (.1 to 2 dwelling units per acre), located at the southwest corner of Haven
and Vista Grove Street - APN: 1074-271-01. Related files: Pre Application Review DRC2004-00718,
Conditional Use Permit DRC2001-00222, Conditional Use Permit CUP 96-03, Conditional Use Permit CUP
88-38, Conditional Use Permit CUP 88-10, Conditional Use Permit CUP 82-29, Variance DRC2005-00321,
Variance DRC2005-00322, Variance DRC2005-00323, and Tree Removal Permit DRC2005-00382.
FINDING
This is to advise that the City of Rancho Cucamonga, acting as the lead agency, has conducted an
Initial Study to determine if the project may have a significant effect on the environment and is
proposing this Negative Declaration based upon the following finding:
❑ The Initial Study shows that there is no substantial evidence that the project may have a significant
effect on the environment.
® The Initial Study identified potentially significant effects but:
(1) Revisions in the project plans or proposals made or agreed to by the applicant before this
proposed Negative Declaration was released for public review would avoid the effects or
mitigate the effects to a point where clearly no significant effects would occur, and
(2) There is no substantial evidence before the agency that the project as revised may have a
significant effect on the environment.
If adopted,the Negative Declaration means that an Environmental Impact Report will not be required.
Reasons to support this finding are included in the attached Initial Study. The project file and all
related documents are available for review at the City of Rancho Cucamonga Planning Department at
10500 Civic Center Drive(909) 477-2750 or Fax (909)477-2847.
NOTICE
The public is invited to comment on the propose Ne a iv eclar ion during the review period.
July 27, 2005
Date of Determination A pled By