HomeMy WebLinkAbout06-19 - Resolutions RESOLUTION NO. 06-19
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DEVELOPMENT
REVIEW DRC2004-00705, THE DESIGN REVIEW FOR 105 SINGLE-
FAMILY ATTACHED AND DETACHED CONDOMINIUM UNITS ON 12.1
ACRES OF LAND IN THE MEDIUM RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT, LOCATED
AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF ARROW ROUTE AND BAKER
AVENUE;AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF-APN: 0207-
201-01, 21 AND 44.
A. Recitals.
1. Nevis Homes filed an application for the Design Review of Tentative Tract Map
SUBTT17013, as described in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution,the subject
Design Review request is referred to as "the application."
2. On the 22nd 'day of March 2006, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho
Cucamonga held a duly noticed public hearing on the application and concluded said hearing on
that date.
3. All legal prerequisites prior to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred.
B. Resolution.
NOW, THEREFORE, it is hereby found, determined, and resolved by the Planning
Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga as follows:
1. This Commission hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals,
Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct.
2. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the above-
referenced public hearing on March 22, 2006, including written and oral staff reports, together with
public testimony, this Commission hereby specifically finds as follows:
a. The application applies to the property located at the northeast corner of Baker
Avenue and Arrow Route, with a street frontage of approximately 651 feet and lot depth of approx.
1,292 feet and is presently improved with one vacated single-family home; and
b. The property to the north of the subject site is a mobile home park;the properties to
the south consist of town homes and apartments; the property to the east is residential; and the
property to the west is residential; and
C. The application contemplates 105 attached duplex and detached residential units;
and
d. The property incorporates open landscaped areas, a tot lot and a recreation center
with a community pool and guest parking; and
e. All units incorporate 225 square feet of private open space per unit.
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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 specifically finds and concludes as follows:
a. That the proposed project is consistent with the objectives of the General Plan;and
b. That the proposed design is in accord with the objectives of the Development Code
and the purposes of the district in which the site is located; and
C. That the proposed design is in compliance with each of the applicable provisions of
the Development Code; and
d. That the proposed design,together with the conditions applicable thereto,will not
will 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 which 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 through 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.
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DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2004-00705— NEVIS HOMES
March 22, 2006
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Engineering Department
1) Construct the southeasterly driveway of the project so that it can be
jointly used by Tentative Tract Map SUBTT17536 to the west.
a) The driveway shall not be limited to emergency only.
b) The gated entrance shall conform to the City Gated Entrance
Design Guide.
c) Provide an access easement for Tentative Tract Map
SUBTT17536.
2) Arrow Route frontage improvements shall be in accordance with City
"Major Arterial" standards including:
a) Provide one 9500 lumen HPSV streetlight per City "Street
Lighting Standards."
b) Protect existing curb and gutter and sidewalk as required.
c) Protect existing traffic signing and striping or replace as required.
d) Protect existing R26"No Stopping" signs or replace as required.
e) Protect, modify, or relocate existing traffic signal equipment as
required.
3) Baker Avenue improvements shall be in accordance with City
"Collector Residential" standards including:
a) Provide 55800 lumen HPSV streelights per City"Street Lighting
Standards."
b) Protect existing curb and gutter and sidewalk as required.
c) Protect existing traffic signing and striping or replace as required.
d) Protect existing R26"No Stopping"signs or replace as required.
4) Drive approaches shall be clear of local depressions.
5) Connect the private drainage system to the public storm drain in Arrow
Route. Manhole structures (to City standards)shall be provided at the
junctions.
6) The existing overhead utilities (telecommunications and electrical) on
the project side of Baker Avenue shall be undergrounded along the
entire project frontage, extending to the first poles off-site of the project
boundaries, prior to public improvement acceptance or occupancy,
whichever occurs first. The developer may request a reimbursement
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agreement to recover one-half the City adopted cost for undergrouding
from future development(redevelopment) as it occurs on the opposite
side of the street. If the developer fails to submit for said
reimbursement agreement within 6 months of the public improvements
being accepted by the City, all rights of the developerto reimbursement
shall terminate.
7) Access easement shall be provided ensuring ingress and egress for
the benefit of existing mobile home park to the north by CC&Rs or by
deeds and shall be recorded concurrently with the map. Drainage
easements shall also be provided. Clarify in CC&Rs that said drainage
cannot be blocked. Access shall be provided with all development
phases.
8) Gated entrances shall conform to the City Gated Entrance Design
Guide.
9) Driveway accent paving shall be located outside the public right-of-way.
10) The Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP)dated March 21, 2005,
has been reviewed, and the following items need to be completed:
a) Project site information — provide SIC Code.
b) Section 1.1 — Provide contact name or position.
c) Section 1.3 — Include location map and Site Plan identifying
storm drain facilities and structures, structural Best Management
Practices, storm water flow(drainage), and the receiving waters.
d) Section 1.3 — Is there going to be a homeowner's association?
e) Section 1.4 — Describe and identify the watershed(s) that the
project lies within. Include any pre-existing water quality
problems that have been identified.
f) Section 2.1 — Complete this section
g) Section 2.2 -#1.B Attach the hydrologic analysis.
h) Section 2.3 — Complete this section.
i) Section 3.1.1 — Provide, in detail, actions taken or
justification/alternative for each Site Design BMP.
j) Section 3.1.2 — Provide, in detail, actions taken or
justification/alternative for each Site Design BMP.
k) Section 3.2 — Provide justification/alternative or implementation
description for each BMP.
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1) Section 3.3 —Complete this section.
m) Section 6—Complete the City's certification+form for compliance
with this section.
n) Plan Review—On the Grading Plan, identify storm drain facilities
and structures, structural BMPs, storm waterflow(drainage),and
the receiving waters.
Various sections have example pages available. Ask for WQMP
template folder at Engineering's front counter.
11) Maintenance of BMPs identified in the WQMP shall be addressed in
the project CC&Rs.
12) Parkways shall slope at 2 percent from 1-foot behind the sidewalk to
the top of the curb.
Environmental Mitigation Measures
Air Quality
1) All construction equipment shall be maintained in good operating
condition so as to reduce operational emissions. The contractor shall
ensure that all construction equipment is being properly serviced and
maintained as per man ufacturers'specifications. Maintenance records
shall be available at the construction site for City verification.
2) Prior to the issuance of any Grading Permits, developer shall submit
construction plans to City denoting the proposed schedule and
projected equipment use. Construction contractors shall provide
evidence that low emission mobile construction equipment will be
utilized,or that their use was investigated and found to be infeasible for
the project. Contractors shall also conform to any construction
measures imposed by the South Coast Air Quality Management District
(SCAQMD) as well as City Planning Staff.
3) All paints and coatings shall meet or exceed performance standards
noted in SCAQMD Rule 1113. Paints and coatings shall be applied
either by hand or high-volume, low-pressure spray.
4) All asphalt shall meet or exceed performance standards noted in
SCAQMD Rule 1108.
5) All construction equipment shall comply with SCAQMD Rules 402 and
403. Additionally, contractors shall include the following provisions:
• Reestablish ground cover on the construction site through seeding and
watering.
• Pave or apply gravel to any on-site haul roads.
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• 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.
6) The site shall be treated with water or other soil-stabilizing agent
(approved by SCAQMD and Regional Water Quality Control Board
[RWQCB]) daily to reduce PM10 emissions, in accordance with
SCAQMD Rule 403.
7) Chemical soil-stabilizers (approved by SCAQMD and RWQCB) shall
be applied to all inactive construction areas that remain inactive for 96
hours or more to reduce PM10 emissions.
8) The construction contractor shall utilize electric or clean alternative fuel
powered equipment where feasible.
9) The construction contractor shall ensuFe that Construction-Grading
Plans include a statement that work crews will shut off equipment when
not in use.
10) All residential and commercial structures shall be required to
incorporate high-efficiency/low-polluting heating, air conditioning,
appliances, and water heaters.
11) All residential and commercial structures shall be required to
incorporate thermal pane windows and weather-stripping.
Biological Resources
1) Two mature palm trees shall be relocated on site.
Cultural Resources
1) If any prehistoric archaeological resources are encountered before or
during grading, the developer will retain a qualified archaeologist to
monitor construction activities,to take,appropriate measures to protect
or preserve them for study. With the assistance of the archaeologist,
the City of Rancho Cucamonga will:
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• 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) If any paleontological resource (i.e. plant or animal fossils) are
encountered before or during grading, the developer will retain a
qualified paleontologist to monitor construction activities, to take
appropriate measures to protect or preserve them for study. 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.
• Prepare, identify, and curate all recovered fossils for
documentation in the summary report and transfer to an
appropriate depository (i.e., San Bernardino County Museum).
Geology and Soils
1) The site shall be treated with water or other soil-stabilizing agent
(approved by SCAQMD and RWQCB)daily to reduce Fine Particulate
Matter(PM10)emissions, in accordance with SCAQMD Rule 403 or re-
planted with drought resistant landscaping as soon as possible.
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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 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.
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
(SWPPP)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 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.
Post- Construction Operational.-
5)
perational.5) The developer shall implement the BMPs identified in the Water
Quality Management Plan prepared by Nevis Homes Associates, Inc.
dated December 10, 2004, to reduce pollutants after construction
entering the storm drain system to the maximum extent practical.
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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) Prior to issuance of Building Permits, the applicant shall submit to the
City Engineer for approval of a Water Quality Management Plan
(WQMP), including a project description and identifying 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.
8) Priorto issuance of Grading or Paving Permits, applicant shall obtain a
Notice of Intent (NOI) to comply with obtaining coverage under the
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) General
Construction Storm Water Permit from the State Water Resources
Control Board. Evidence that this has been obtained (i.e., a copy of
the Waste Discharger's Identification Number)shall be submitted to the
City Building Official for coverage under the NPDES General
Construction Permit.
Noise
1) 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 40/45dBA
(nighttime/daytime), and exterior noise level attenuation to below
60/65dBA(nighttime/daytime),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.
2) 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 Department prior to final
occupancy release of the affected homes.
3) Roof ceiling construction will be roofing on Y2 inch plywood. Batt
insulation will be installed in joist spaces. The ceilings will be one layer
of 5/8 inch gypboard nailed direct.
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4) All exteriorwalls will be 2-inch by 4-inch studs 16 inches on centerwith
Batt insulation in the stud spaces. Exteriors will be exterior plaster or
stucco. The interiors will be 5/8 inch gypboard.
5) All south, east and west facing windows and glass doors shown in red
high light on Figure 1 will be glazed with STC 32 glazing. STC 32
glazing can be provided with either 1/4-inch laminated glass or a dual
pane assembly with a 1/2-inch airspace. In either case, the glazing
supplier should submit a test report documenting the STC 29 rating.
The test report should be prepared in an independent, accredited
testing laboratory in accordance with ASTM E-90.
6) All other windows and glass doors may be standard glazing.
7) All entry doors should be 1-3/4-inch solid core doors with weather
stripping seals on the sides and top. Glazing in entry doors should not
be accepted.
8) There should be no mail slots in the entry doors.
Ventilation Requirements
9) If interior allowable noise levels are met by requiring that windows are
unable to be opened or closed, the design for the structure must also
specify a ventilation or air-conditioning system to provide a habitable
interior environment. The ventilation system must not compromise the
dwelling unit or guest room noise reduction.
10) 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.
11) Construction or grading noise levels shall not exceed the standards
specified in Development Code Section 17.02.120-D, as measured at
the property line. Developer shall hire a consultant to perform weekly
noise level monitoring as specified in Development Code Section
17.02.120. Monitoring at other times may be required by the 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.
12) The perimeter block wall shall be constructed as early as possible in
first phase.
The preceding mitigation measures will reduce the disturbance created by
on-site construction equipment; however, do not address the potential
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impacts because of the transport of construction materials and debris. The
following mitigation measures shall then be required:
13) Haul truck deliveries shall not take place between the hours of
5:00 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. on weekdays, including Saturday, or at any
time on Sunday or a national holiday. Additionally, if heavy trucks used
for hauling would exceed 100 daily trips (counting both to and from the
construction site), then the developer shall prepare a noise mitigation
plan denoting any construction traffic haul routes. To the extent
feasible, the plan shall denote haul routes that do not pass sensitive
land uses or residential dwellings.
2. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 22ND DAY OF MARCH 2006.
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
BY:
Pam Stew rt, Chairman
ATTEST
;��:
Larry H on, Acting Secretary
I, Larry Henderson, 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 22nd day of March 2006, by the following vote-to-
wit:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS: FLETCHER, MCPHAIL, STEWART
NOES: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: MACIAS, MUNOZ
City of Rancho Cucamonga
MITIGATION MONITORING
in PROGRAM
Project File No.: Tentative Tract Map SUBTT17013 and Development Review DRC2004-00705
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
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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 afterwritten
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.
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MITIGATION MONITORING CHECKLIST (INITIAL STUDY PART III)
Project File No.: DRC2004-00705/ SUBTT17013 Applicant: Nevis Homes
Initial Study Prepared by: Emily Cameron Date: February 14, 2006
ResponsibleMitigation Measures No. of Method of Verified Sanctions for
Implementing Action for Monitoring Frequency Verification Verification Date/initials Non-Compliance
Air Quality
All construction equipment shall be maintained in good CP C Review.of plans A/C 2/4
operating condition so as to reduce operational
emissions. Contractor shall ensure that all construction
equipment is being properly serviced and maintained as
per manufacturers'specifications. Maintenance records
shall be available at the construction site for City
verification.
Prior to the issuance of any grading permits, the CP/BO C Review of plans C 2
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.
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:
Reestablish ground cover on the construction site BO C Review of plans A/C 2/4
through seeding and watering.
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Mitigation Measures No. Responsible Monitoring Timing of Method of Verified Sanctions for
Implementing Action for Monitoring Frequency Verification Verification Date/initials Non-Compliance
• 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.
• 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
SCAQMD 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 site shall be treated with water or other BO C During A 4
soil-stabilizing agent (approved by SCAQMD and construction
Regional Water Quality Control Board [RWQCB]) daily
to reduce Particulate Matter (PM10) emissions, in
accordance with SCAQMD Rule 403.
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 PM10 emissions.
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.
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All residential and commercial structures shall be BO C/D Review of plans C 2/4
required to incorporate high efficiency/low polluting
heating,air conditioning,appliances, and water heaters.
All residential and commercial structures shall be BO C/D Review of plans C 2/4
required to incorporate thermal pane windows and
weather-stripping.
Biological Resources
Two mature palm trees shall be relocated on site. CP C Review of plans C 2
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.
• Consider establishing provisions to require CP/BO C Review of report A/D 3/4
incorporation of archaeological sites within new
developments, using their special qualities as a
theme or focal point.
Pursue educating the public about the area's CP/BO C Review of report A/D 3/4
archaeological heritage.
• Propose mitigation measures and recommend CP/BO C Review of report . A/D 3/4
conditions of approval to eliminate adverse project
effects on significant, important, and unique
prehistoric resources, following appropriate CEQA
guidelines.
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• Prepare a technical resources management report, CP C Review of report A/D 3/4
documenting the inventory, evaluation, and
proposed mitigation of resources within the project
area. Submit one copy of the completed report,with
original illustrations, to the San Bernardino County
Archaeological Information Center for permanent
archiving.
If any paleontological resource (i.e. plant or animal CP B Review of report A/D 4
fossils) are encountered before or during grading, the
developer will retain a qualified paleontologist to monitor
construction activities, to take appropriate measures to
protect or preserve them for study. 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.
Prepare, identify,and curate all recovered fossils for CP D Review of report D 3
documentation in the summary report and transfer to
an appropriate depository (i.e., San Bernardino
County Museum).
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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
RWQCB)daily to reduce PM,o 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,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,a emissions.
Hydrology and 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, Storm
Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) 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.
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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 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 CE B/C/D Review of plans A/C 2/4
the Water Quality Management Plan prepared by Nevis
Homes Associates, Inc. dated December 10, 2004, to
reduce pollutants after construction entering the storm
drain system to the maximum extent practical.
Landscaping plans shall include provisions for BO B/C/D 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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Mitigation . . . . .
Implementing Action for Monitoring Frequency Verification Verification Date/initials Non-Compliance
Prior to issuance of building permits, the applicant shall CE B/C/D Review of plans A/C 2/4
submit to the City Engineer for approval of a Water
Quality Management Plan (WQMP), including a project
description and identifying Best Management Practices
(BMPs)that will be used on-site to reduce pollutants into
the storm drain system to the maximum extent
practicable. The 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.
Prior to issuance of grading or paving permits,applicant BO B/C/D Review of plans A/C 2/4
shall obtain a Notice of Intent (NOI) to comply with
obtaining coverage under the National Pollutant
Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) General
Construction Storm Water Permit from the State Water
Resources Control Board. Evidence that this has been
obtained (i.e., a copy of the Waste Discharger's
Identification Number) shall be submitted to the City
Building Official for coverage under the NPDES General
Construction Permit.
Noise
A final acoustical report shall be submitted for City BO B Prior to review C 2
Planner review and approval prior to the issuance of of plans
building permits. The final report shall discuss the level
of interior noise attenuation to below 40/45dBA
(nighttime/daytime), and exterior noise level attenuation
to below 60/65dBA (nighttime/daytime), 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.
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The applicant shall submit certification from an BO D After A/D 3
acoustical engineer that all recommendations of the construction but
acoustical report were implemented in construction, prior to final
including measurements of interior and exterior noise occupancy
levels to document compliance with City standards.
Certification shall be submitted to the Building& Safety
Department prior to final occupancy release of the
affected homes.
Roof ceiling construction will be roofing on '/2 inch BO B Review of plans C 2
plywood. Batt insulation will be installed in joist spaces.
The ceilings will be one layer of 5/8 inch gypboard nailed
direct.
All exterior walls will be 2X4 studs 16 inches on center BO B Review of plans C 2
with Batt insulation in the stud spaces. Exteriors will be
exterior plaster or stucco. The interiors will be 5/8 inch
gypboard.
All south,east and west facing windows and glass doors BO B Review of plans C 2
shown in red high light on Figure 1 will be glazed with
STC 32 glazing. STC 32 glazing can be provided with
either'/.inch laminated glass or a dual pane assembly
with a % inch airspace. In either case, the glazing
supplier should submit a test report documenting the
STC 29 rating. The test report should be prepared in an
independent, accredited testing laboratory in
accordance with ASTM E-90.
All other windows and glass doors may be standard BO B Review of plans C 2
glazing.
All entry doors should be 1-3/4 inch solid core doors with BO B Review of plans C 2
weather stripping seals on the sides and top. Glazing in
entry doors should not be accepted.
There should be no mail slots in the entry doors. BO B Review of plans C 2
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If interior allowable noise levels are met by requiring that BO B Review of plans C 2
windows are to be unopened or closed, the design for
the structure must also specify a ventilation or air-
conditioning system to provide a habitable interior
environment. The ventilation system must not
compromise the dwelling unit or guest room noise
reduction.
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.
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 perimeter block wall shall be constructed as early CP C During A
as possible in the first phase. construction
Haul truck deliveries shall not take place between the PO/BO 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.
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Key to Checklist Abbreviations
Responsible Person Monitoring Frequency Method of Verification Sanctions
CDD-Community Development Director or designee A-With Each New Development A-On-site Inspection 1 -Withhold Recordation of Final Map
CP-City Planner or designee B-Prior To Construction B-Other Agency Permit/Approval 2-Withhold Grading or Building Permit
CE-City Engineer or designee C-Throughout Construction C-Plan Check 3-Withhold Certificate of Occupancy
BO-Building Official or designee D-On Completion D-Separate Submittal(Reports/Studies/Plans) 4-Stop Work Order
PO-Police Captain or designee E-Operating 5-Retain Deposit or Bonds
FC-Fire Chief or designee 6-Revoke CUP
7-Citation
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT
STANDARD CONDITIONS
PROJECT#: DRC2004-00705
SUBJECT: 105-UNIT CONDOMINIUM/TOWN HOMES
APPLICANT: NEVIS HOMES
LOCATION: NORTHEAST CORNER OF ARROW ROUTE AND BAKER AVENUE-APN: 0207-01, 21,AND
44.
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 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. Approval of Tentative Tract Map SUBTT17013 is granted subject to the approval of
DRC2004-00705.
3. Copies of the signed Planning Commission Resolution of Approval No. 06-19, 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 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.
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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.
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. A detailed on-site lighting plan, including a photometric diagram,shall be reviewed and approved
by the City Planner and Police Department(477-2800)prior to the issuance of building permits.
Such plan shall indicate style, illumination, location, height,and method of shielding so as not to
adversely affect adjacent properties.
8. If no centralized trash receptacles are provided,all trash pick-up shall be for individual units with _/_/_
all receptacles shielded from public view.
9. 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.
10. All building numbers and individual units shall be identified in a clear and concise manner,
including proper illumination.
11. 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.
12. 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.
13. Construct block walls between homes(i.e.,along interior side and rear property lines),rather than
wood fencing for permanence, durability, and design consistency.
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14. 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.
15. For residential development, return walls and corner side walls shall be decorative masonry.
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.
17. For residential development, recreation area/facility shall be provided as required by the
Development Code.
D. Building Design
1. Standard patio cover plans for use by the Homeowner's Association shall be submitted for City
Planner and Building Official review and approval prior to issuance of building permits.
2. 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. All parking spaces shall be 9 feet wide by 18 feet long. When a side of any parking space abuts
a building, wall, support column, or other obstruction, the space shall be a minimum of 11 feet
wide.
2. All parking lot landscape islands shall have a minimum outside dimension of 6 feet and shall
contain a 12-inch walk adjacent to the parking stall (including curb).
3. Textured pedestrian pathways and textured pavement across circulation aisles shall be provided
throughout the development to connect dwellings/units/buildings with open spaces/plazas/
recreational uses.
4. All parking spaces shall be double striped per City standards and all driveway aisles, entrances,
and exits shall be striped per City standards.
5. All units shall be provided with garage door openers if driveways are less than 18 feet in depth
from back of sidewalk.
6. The Covenants,Conditions and Restrictions shall restrict the storage of recreational vehicles on
this site unless they are the principal source of transportation for the owner and prohibit parking
on interior circulation aisles other than in designated visitor parking areas.
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7. Plans for any security gates shall be submitted for the City Planner, City Engineer, and Rancho
Cucamonga Fire Protection District review and approval prior to issuance of building permits.
For residential development, private gated entrances shall provide adequate turn-around space
in front of the gate and a separate visitor lane with call box to avoid cars stacking into the public
right-of-way.
F. Trip Reduction
1. Bicycle storage spaces shall be provided in all commercial, office, industrial, and multifamily
residential projects of more than 10 units. Minimum spaces equal to five percent of the required
automobile parking spaces or three bicycle storage spaces,whichever is greater. After the first
50 bicycle storage spaces are provided,additional storage spaces required are 2.5 percent of the
required automobile parking spaces. Warehouse distribution uses shall provide bicycle storage
spaces at a rate of 2.5 percent of the required automobile parking spaces with a minimum of a
3-bike rack. In no case shall the total number of bicycle parking spaces required exceed 100.
Where this results in a fraction of 0.5 or greater, the number shall be rounded off to the higher
whole number.
G. Landscaping
1. A detailed landscape and irrigation plan, including slope planting and model home landscaping in
the case of residential development, shall be prepared by a licensed landscape architect and
submitted for City Planner review and approval prior to the issuance of building permits or prior
final map approval in the case of a custom lot subdivision.
2. 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. A minimum of 45 trees per gross acre,comprised of the following sizes, shall be provided within
the project: 0%-48-inch box or larger; 10%-36-inch box or larger, 10%-24-inch box or larger;
80% - 15-gallon; and 0% - 5 gallon.
4. Within parking lots, trees shall be planted at a rate of one 15-gallon tree for every three parking
stalls.
5. Trees shall be planted in areas of public view adjacent to and along structures at a rate of one
tree per 30 linear feet of building.
6. 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.
7. 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.
8. The homeowner's associate is responsible for the continual maintenance of all common
landscaped areas on-site,as well as contiguous planted areas within the public right-of-way. All
landscaped areas shall be kept free from weeds and debris and maintained in healthy and
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thriving condition, and shall receive regular pruning, fertilizing, mowing, and trimming. Any
damaged, dead, diseased, or decaying plant material shall be replaced within 30 days from the
date of damage.
9. 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.
10. 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.
11. Special landscape features such as mounding, alluvial rock, specimen size trees, meandering
sidewalks (with horizontal change), and intensified landscaping, is required along Arrow Route.
12. 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.
13. All walls shall be provided with decorative treatment. If located in public maintenance areas,the
design shall be coordinated with the Engineering Department.
14. Landscaping and irrigation shall be designed to conserve water through the principles of
Xeriscape as defined in Chapter 19.16 of the Rancho Cucamonga Municipal Code.
H. Signs
1. The signs indicated on the submitted plans are conceptual only and not a part of this approval.
Any signs proposed for this development shall comply with the Sign Ordinance and shall require
separate application and approval by the Planning Department prior to installation of any signs.
2. Directory monument sign(s)shall be provided for apartment,condominium, or town homes prior
to occupancy and shall require separate application and approval by the Planning Department
prior to issuance of building permits.
I. -Environmental
1. Noise levels shall be monitored after construction to verify the adequacy of the mitigation
measures. Noise levels shall be monitored by actual noise level readings taken on-and off-site.
A final acoustical report shall be submitted for City Planner review and approval prior to final
occupancy release. The final report shall also make recommendations as to additional mitigation
measures to reduce noise levels to below City standards, such as, residential exterior noise
levels to below 60 dBA and interior noise attenuation to below 45 dBA.
2. 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.
3. 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 Department prior to final occupancy release of the affected
homes.
4. Mitigation measures are required for the project. The applicant is responsible for the cost of
implementing said measures, including monitoring and reporting. Applicant shall be required to
post cash, letter of credit, or other forms of guarantee acceptable to the City Planner in the
amount of$495 prior to the issuance of building permits, guaranteeing satisfactory performance
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and completion of all mitigation measures. These funds may be used by the City to retain
consultants and/or pay for City staff time to monitor and report on the mitigation measures.
Failure to complete all actions required by the approved environmental documents shall be
considered grounds for forfeit.
J. 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)
K. General Requirements
1. Submit five complete sets of plans including the following:
a. Site/Plot Plan;
b. Foundation Plan;
C. Floor Plan;
d. Ceiling and Roof Framing Plan;
e. Electrical Plans (2 sets, detached)including the size of the main switch, number and size
of service entrance conductors, panel schedules, and single line diagrams;
f. Plumbing and Sewer Plans, including isometrics,underground diagrams,water and waste
diagram, sewer or septic system location, fixture units, gas piping, and heating and air
conditioning; and
g. Planning Department Project Number (i.e., DRC2004-00705) 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.
L. 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., DRC2004-00705). 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
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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.
M. New Structures
1. Provide compliance with the California Building Code (CBC) for property line clearances
considering use, area, and fire-resistiveness.
2. Roofing material shall be installed per the manufacturer's "high wind" instructions.
N. 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 ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT, (909) 477-2740, FOR
COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
O. Dedication and Vehicular Access
1. Dedication shall be made of the following rights-of-way on the perimeter streets(measured from
street centerline):
33 total feet on Baker Avenue.
2. Corner property line cutoffs shall be dedicated per City Standards.
3. All existing easements lying within future rights-of-way shall be quit-claimed or delineated on the
final map.
P. Street Improvements
1. All public improvements(interior streets,drainage facilities,community trails, pasecs,landscaped
areas, etc.) shown on the plans and/or tentative map shall be constructed to City Standards.
Interior street improvements shall include, but are not limited to,curb and gutter,AC pavement,
drive approaches, sidewalks, street lights, and street trees.
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2. Pursuant to City Council Resolution No.88-557,no person shall make connections from a source
of energy,fuel or power to any building service equipment which is regulated by technical codes
and for which a permit is required unless, in addition to any and all other codes, regulations and
ordinances, all improvements required by these conditions of development approval have been
completed and accepted by the City Council,except:that in developments containing more than
one building or unit, the development may have energy connections made to a percentage of
those buildings, or units proportionate to the completion of improvements as required by
conditions of approval of development. In no case shall more than 95-percent of the buildings or
units be connected to energy prior to completion and acceptance of all improvements required by
these conditions of approval of development.
3. Construct the following perimeter street improvements including, but not limited to:
Curb B A.C. I Side- Drive Street Street Comm Median Bike
Street Name Gutter Pvmt walk Appr. Lights Trees Trail Island Trail Other
Arrow Route X X X (e)
Baker Avenue X X X X (e)
(f)
Notes: (a) Median island includes landscaping and irrigation on meter. (b) Pavement
reconstruction and overlays will be determined during plan check. (c) If so marked, sidewalk
shall be curvilinear per Standard 114. (d) If so marked, an in-lieu of construction fee shall be
provided for this item. (e) Remove existing drive approaches, replace with curb and gutter.
(f) Relocate catch basin at gated entrance.
4. Improvement Plans and Construction:
a. Street improvement plans, including street trees,street lights,and intersection safety lights
on future signal poles, and traffic signal plans shall be prepared by a registered Civil
Engineer and shall be submitted to and approved by the City Engineer. Security shall be
posted and an agreement executed to the satisfaction of the City Engineer and the City
Attorney guaranteeing completion of the public and/or private street improvements,prior to
final map approval or the issuance of building permits, whichever occurs first.
b. Prior to any work being performed in public right-of-way, fees shall be paid and a
construction permit shall be obtained from the City Engineer's Office in addition to any
other permits required.
C. Pavement striping, marking,traffic signing,street name signing,traffic signal conduit,and
interconnect conduit shall be installed to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
d. Signal conduit with pull boxes shall be installed with any new construction or reconstruction
project along major or secondary streets and at intersections for future traffic signals and
interconnect wiring. Pull boxes shall be placed on both sides of the street at 3 feet outside
of BCR, ECR, or any other locations approved by the City Engineer
Notes:
1) Pull boxes shall be No.6 at intersections and No. 5 along streets,a maximum of 200
feet apart, unless otherwise specified by the City Engineer.
2) Conduit shall be 3-inch galvanized steel with pull rope or as specified.
e. Handicapped access ramps shall be installed on all corners of intersections per City
Standards or as directed by the City Engineer.
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f. Existing City roads requiring construction shall remain open to traffic at all times with
adequate detours during construction. Street or lane closure permits are required. A cash
deposit shall be provided to cover the cost of grading and paving,which shall be refunded
upon completion of the construction to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
g. Concentrated drainage flows shall not cross sidewalks. Under sidewalk drains shall be
installed to City Standards, except for single family residential lots.
h. Street names shall be approved by the City Planner prior to submittal for first plan check.
5. Street trees, a minimum of 15-gallon size or larger, shall be installed per City Standards in
accordance with the City's street tree program.
6. Install street trees per City street tree design guidelines and standards as follows. The completed
legend (box below) and construction notes shall appear on the title page of the street
improvement plans. Street improvement plans shall include a line item within the construction
legend stating: "Street trees shall be installed per the notes and legend on sheet_(typically
sheet 1)." Where public landscape plans are required, tree installation in those areas shall be
per the public landscape improvement plans.
The City Engineer reserves the right to adjust tree species based upon field conditions and other
variables. For additional information, contact the Project Engineer.
Min.
Grow
Street Name Botanical Name Common Name Space Spacing Size Qty.
Arrow Route Lager stromia indica Crape Myrtle Hybrid- 3' 20'0.C. 24"box Fill
'Tuscarora' pink in
Baker Avenue Pistacia chinesis Chinese Pistache 5' 30'0.C. 15 Gal Fill
in
Construction Notes for Street Trees:
1) All street trees are to be planted in accordance with City standard plans.
2) Prior to the commencement of any planting,an agronomic soils report shall be furnished to
the City inspector. Any unusual toxicities or nutrient deficiencies may require backfill soil
amendments, as determined by the City inspector.
3) All street trees are subject to inspection and acceptance by the Engineering Department.
4) Street trees are to be planted per public improvement plans only.
7. Intersection line of sight designs shall be reviewed by the City Engineer for conformance with
adopted policy. On collector or larger streets, lines of sight shall be plotted for all project
intersections, including driveways. Local residential street intersections and commercial or
industrial driveways may have lines of sight plotted as required.
Q. Public Maintenance Areas
1. A signed consent and waiver form to join and/or form the appropriate Landscape and Lighting
Districts shall be filed with the City Engineer prior to final map approval or issuance of building
permits whichever occurs first. Formation costs shall be borne by the developer.
R. Drainage and Flood Control
1. Adequate provisions shall be made for acceptance and disposal of surface drainage entering the
property from adjacent areas.
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S. Utilities
1. Provide separate utility services to each parcel including sanitary sewerage system,water, gas,
electric power, telephone, and cable TV (all underground) in accordance with the Utility
Standards. Easements shall be provided as required.
2. The developer shall be responsible for the relocation of existing utilities as necessary.
3. Water and sewer plans shall be designed and constructed to meet the requirements of the
Cucamonga Valley Water District(CVWD), Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District,and the
Environmental Health Department of the County of San Bernardino. A letter of compliance from
the CVW D is required prior to final map approval or issuance of permits,whichever occurs first.
Such letter must have been issued by the water district within 90 days prior to final map approval
in the case of subdivision or prior to the issuance of permits in the case of all other residential
projects.
4. Approvals have not been secured from all utilities and other interested agencies involved.
Approval of the final parcel map will be subject to any requirements that may be received from
them.
T. General Requirements and Approvals
1. An easement for a joint use driveway shall be provided prior to final map approval or issuance of
building permits, whichever occurs first, for: driveway with Tentative Tract Map SUBTT17536.
2. A non-refundable deposit shall be paid to the City,covering the estimated operating costs for all
new streetlights for the first six months of operation,prior to final map approval or prior to building
permit issuance if no map is involved.
3. Prior to the issuance of building permits,a Diversion Deposit and related administrative fees shall
be paid for the Construction and Demolition Diversion Program. The deposit is fully refundable if
at least 50% of all wastes generated during construction and demolition are diverted from
landfills,and appropriate documentation is provided to the City. Form CD-1 shall be submitted to
the Engineering Department when the first building permit application is submitted to Building and
Safety. Form CD-2 shall be submitted to the Engineering Department within 60 days following
the completion of the construction and/or demolition project.
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