HomeMy WebLinkAbout06-46 - Resolutions RESOLUTION NO. 06-46
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DEVELOPMENT REVIEW
DRC2005-00401, THE DESIGN REVIEW OF 21 SINGLE-FAMILY DETACHED
HOMES FOR TENTATIVE TRACT MAP SUBTT16114 ON 15.15 ACRES OF
LAND IN THE VERY LOW RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT (.1-2 DWELLING UNITS
PER ACRE) IN THE ETIWANDA SPECIFIC PLAN, LOCATED ON THE EAST
SIDE OF EAST AVENUE, APPROXIMATELY 650 FEET SOUTH OF WILSON
AVENUE; AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF -
APN: 0225-131-16.
A. Recitals.
I. Trimark Pacific Homes, L.P.,filed an application for Development Review DRC2005-00401,as
described in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Development Review
request is referred to as "the application."
2. On the 26th day of April 2006, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga
held a 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 April 26, 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 on the east side of East Avenue, with a
street frontage of approximately 630 feet; and
b. The property to the north of the subject site is vacant and is zoned Neighborhood
Commercial and Very Low Residential;the property to the south is developed with Etiwanda Creek Park
and is zoned Very Low Residential; the property to the east is vacant and is zoned Open Space; and the
property to the west is developed with Fire Station No. 176 and single-family dwelling units that are under
construction and is zoned Estate Residential; and
C. The proposed use,together with the conditions applicable thereto,will not be detrimental
to the public health, safety, or welfare or materially injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity;
and
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d. The applicant conducted one neighborhood meeting to inform the surrounding
neighborhood residents of the proposed project and to obtain their feedback and no residents attended
the meeting; and
e. The project design meets or exceeds the Very Low Residential District Basic
Development Standards; and
f. The design of the single-family homes accomplishes a 360-degree architectural treatment
by the application of complementary primary and secondary materials and architectural elements to all
sides of the dwelling units;therefore,the architectural design of the project meets the design goals of the
General Plan and Development Code.
3. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the
above-referenced public hearing on April 26, 2006, including written and oral staff reports, 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 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. Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act("CEQA")and the City's local CEQA
Guidelines, the City Staff prepared an Initial Study of the potential environmental effects of the project.
Based on the findings contained in that Initial Study, City staff determined that, with the imposition of
mitigation measures, there would be no substantial evidence that the project would have a significant
effect on the environment. Based on that determination,a Mitigated Negative Declaration was prepared.
Thereafter,the City staff provided public notice of the public comment period and of the intent to adopt the
Mitigated Negative Declaration.
b. The Planning Commission has reviewed the Mitigated Negative Declaration and all
comments received regarding the Mitigated Negative Declaration and, based on the whole record before
it, finds: (i) that the Mitigated Negative Declaration was prepared in compliance with CEQA;and (ii)that,
based on the imposition of mitigation measures,there is no substantial evidence that the project will have
a significant effect on the environment. The Planning Commission further finds that the Mitigated Negative
Declaration reflects the independent judgment and analysis of the Planning Commission. Based on these
findings, the Planning Commission hereby adopts the Mitigated Negative Declaration.
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C. The Planning Commission has also reviewed and considered the Mitigation Monitoring
Program for the project that has been prepared pursuant to the requirements of Public Resources Code
Section 21081.6 and finds that such Program is designed to ensure compliance with mitigation measures
during project implementation. The Planning Commission therefore adopts the Mitigation Monitoring
Program for the project.
d. Pursuant to the requirements of California Fish and Game Code Section 711.4 and Title
14 of the California Code of Regulations, Section 753.5, the Planning Commission finds, based on the
Initial Study, the Mitigated Negative Declaration, and considering the record as a whole, that there is no
evidence before the City that the proposed project will have the potential for adverse effect on wildlife
resources or the habitat upon which the wildlife depends. A biological assessment of the site by
Michael Brandman Associates(MBA)in December of 2004,was conducted to evaluate the potential of the
site to support special-status wildlife species and vegetation including, but not limited to, the following:
Burrowing Owl, Coastal California Gnatcatcher, San Diego Horned Lizard,San Bernardino Kangaroo Rat,
Slender-Horned Spineflower,and Johnston's Buckwheat. A biologist conducted a literature review and a
physical walk of the entire site in order to evaluate the potential occurrence of sensitive biological
resources on the project site. Additionally, a focused survey for the San Bernardino Kangaroo Rat was
completed in 2004. The biological assessment report states that the project site is heavily disturbed.
Several dirt roads traverse the site, and discing for weed abatement purposes is evident on most of the
property. The site contains no blue line streams. MBA conducted a final visit to the project site on
August 18, 2005, and found the site to be highly disturbed, and that the project site does not provide
suitable habitat for the California Gnatcatcher, San Bernardino Kangaroo Rat, and San Diego Horned
Lizard. The report recommends that pursuant to the Migratory Bird Treaty Act and California Department
of Fish and Game Code (CDFG), removal of any trees, shrubs, or any other potentially nesting habitat
should not occur during the nesting season (generally February through August). The report recommends
that a pre-construction survey for nesting birds be done prior any ground disturbing activities. If active
nests are found, informal consulting with CDFG is recommended. If the birds are found to be nesting
within 500 feet of the impact area, construction will need to be postponed until it is determined that the
nest has successfully fledged young and it is determined by a qualified ornithologist that the nest is no
longer active. A mitigation measure has been included requiring that pre-construction survey for nesting
birds shall be done prior any ground disturbing activities. Based on substantial evidence, the Planning
Commission hereby makes a declaration rebutting the presumption of adverse effect as set forth in the
California Department of Fish and Game Regulation 753.5(Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations
Code, Section 753.5.)
e. The custodian of records for the Initial Study, Mitigated Negative Declaration, Mitigation
Monitoring Program and all other materials which constitute the record of proceedings upon which the
Planning Commission's decision is based is the City Planner of the City of Rancho Cucamonga. Those
documents are available for public review in the Planning Department of the City of Rancho Cucamonga
located at 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, California 91730, telephone (909) 477-2750.
5. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth in paragraphs 1, 2, 3, and 4 above, this
Commission hereby approves the application subject to each and every condition set forth below and in
the Standard Conditions, attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference.
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Planning Department
1) The plans submitted for plan check shall be consistent with the plans on file
with the Planning Department as approved by the Design Review Committee
on March 14, 2006.
2) The side elevations on Plan 1A are to be enhanced to the satisfaction of the
City Planner. Plans submitted for plan check shall indicate the
enhancements.
3) The driveway grades are to be a maximum of 12 percent.
4) Where private local trail gradients exceed 4 percent,water bars,splash curbs
or other diversionary devices shall be used. Where a downstream end of a
trail meets a street,the trail shall be graded at no more than 0.5 percent for a
distance of 25 feet from the right-of-way line to prohibit the deposit of trail
surface debris onto the sidewalk/street.
5) Construct an interior Community Trail,per Standard Drawing No. 1004,along
the east tract boundary.
6) Provide Feeder Trail, 15-foot Vehicle Gate with Side Access, and City
Standard"Unauthorized Vehicles Prohibited"signs and side step through for
horse access at the local trail access points, per City Standard Drawing
No. 1006-C.
7) Local Feeder Trails shall be constructed with decomposed granite with a
4-inch minimum base. All rocks and debris shall be removed, and the trail
surface shall be graded smooth.
S) A 5-foot double, solid non-wood gate(10-foot total width)shall be installed at
each trail access location to the horse corral area.
9) Provide decorative perimeter fencing(i.e.,masonry)at all tract boundaries for
enhanced fire protection and along the streets. "Decorative" means stucco
finish,split-faced block,or slumpstone. All walls shall have a matching block
cap. Smooth precision block is not acceptable. The plans submitted for plan
check shall indicate the required block walls.
10) Retaining walls exposed to public view are to be decorative masonry.
"Decorative" means stucco finish, split-faced block, or slumpstone. All walls
shall have a matching block cap. Smooth precision block is not acceptable.
11) Return walls and corner sidewalls are to be decorative masonry and
compatible with the architectural style. "Decorative" means stucco finish,
split-faced block, or slumpstone. All walls shall have a matching block cap.
Smooth precision block is not acceptable.
12) The developer shall provide each prospective buyer of corner lots written
notice of maintaining the landscaped parkway. The written notice shall be
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signed by the prospective buyer prior to acceptance of a cash deposit on the
property.
13) Where rock cobble is used, it shall be real or native fieldstone. Other forms
of stone may be manufactured products.
14) All interior side and rear walls shall be of block material.
Engineering Department
1) All applicable conditions of Planning Commission Resolution No. 01-70
approving Tentative Tract Map SUBTT16114 shall apply.
2) An assessment district shall be formed for maintenance of the proposed
interim detention basin on Lot 13 or a maintenance agreement with a
refundable deposit shall be executed to the satisfaction of the City Engineer
and the City Attorney guaranteeing private maintenance of the facility,
providing the City with the right of access to maintain the facility if private
maintenance is insufficient and allowing the City to assess those costs to the
developer. Said agreement shall be recorded to run with the property.
3) Interim facilities shall be removed and local storm drain completed across
Lot 13 as soon as San Bernardino County Flood Control District completes
regional facilities, prior to development on Lot 13.
4) Install local storm drains to convey all development drainage to the Master
Plan Storm Drains. The cost of local storm drains shall be borne by this
development with no fee credit.
a) All sump catch basins and laterals shall be designed to handle Q100.
b) Extend the local storm drain system as far on site as needed to contain
025 within tops of curbs, Q100 within rights-of-way and provide a
10-foot dry lane in Of 0.
5) The northerly end of Pinto Place shall be designed to be a stubbed street.
Provide a private trail drive approach on the west side and sidewalk, to be
extended north in the future on the east side.
6) Where private local trail gradients exceed 4 percent,water bars,splash curbs
or other diversionary devices shall be used. Where a downstream end of a
trail meets a street,the trail shall be graded at no more than 0.5 percent for a
distance of 25 feet from the right-of-way line to prohibit the deposit of trail
surface debris onto the sidewalk/street. Provide curbside drain outlets for
adjacent drainage devices.
7) Provide residential drive approaches for access to private local trails,
excluding the one on Lot 10 that does not require vehicular access. All
concrete within trails, including drive approaches, should be medium broom
finish.
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8) Construct an interior Community Trail,per Standard Drawing No. 1004,along
east tract boundary. Install private gates for Lots 10, 11, and 12 per
Standard Drawing No. 1009-8. Install pass-through per Standard Drawing
No. 1007 at local trail intersections. Public Improvement Plans shall include
a separate Community Trail Plan, subject to approval of the City Engineer.
9) The submitted Water Quality Management Plan is substantially complete.
Include the Best Management Practices identified in the plan on Grading
Plans when submitted for plan check.
10) 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 percent 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.
Environmental Mitigation
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
manufacturers'specifications. Maintenance records shall be available at the
construction site for City verification.
2) 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.
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:
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• 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.
6) The site shall be treated with water or other soil-stabilizing agent(approved
by SCAQMD and the Regional Water Quality Control Board[RW QCB])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 ensure 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.
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Biological Resources
1) A pre-construction survey for nesting birds shall be done prior any ground
disturbing activities. If active nests are found, informal consulting with CDFG
is required. If the birds are found to be nesting within 500 feet of the impact
area, construction will need to be postponed until it is determined that the
nest has successfully fledged young and it is determined by a qualified
ornithologist that the nest is no longer active.
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:
• Enact interim measures to protect undesignated sites from demolition
or significant modification without an opportunity for the Cityto 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 maybe 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.
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• 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).
• 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.
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 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 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.
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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.
5) The use of fossil filters or other drainage filtration systems will used at
approved areas as called out on the Erosion Control Plan.
6) The developer shall implement the BMPs identified in the Water Quality
Management Plan prepared by Thomsen Engineering, July 2005 to reduce
pollutants after construction entering the storm drain system to the maximum
extent practical.
7) The project has been designed to direct storm flows, when possible, to an
outlet that drains to a regional drainage facility.
8) Runoff from rooftops will be directed into landscape areas.
9) 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.
10) 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 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.
11) Prior to 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) 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.
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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.
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 perimeter block wall shall be constructed as early as possible in the first
phase.
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 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.
6. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 26TH DAY OF APRIL 2006.
PLANNING MISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONI
BY: ,(,tJ 4-
Pam ) art, Chairman
ATTEST:
Dan oleman, Acting Secretary
I, Dan Coleman, 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 26th day of April 2006, by the following vote-to-wit:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS: FLETCHER, McPHAIL, MUNOZ, STEWART
NOES: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: MACIAS
City of Rancho Cucamonga
MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION
The following Mitigated 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.: Tentative Tract Map SUBTT16114 and Development Review DRC2005-00401
Public Review Period Closes: April 26, 2006
Project Name: Project Applicant: Trimark Pacific Homes
Project Location (also see attached map): Located in the Etiwanda Specific Plan, on the east
side of East Avenue, approximately 650 feet south of Wilson Avenue. APN: 0225-131-16.
Project Description: A request for a time extension of a previously approved Tentative Tract Map
and review of building elevations and detailed Site Plan for the development of 21 single-family lots
on 15.15 acres of land in the Very Low Residential District(.1-2 dwelling units per acre).Related File:
Development Review DRC2005-00401.
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 Mitigated Negative Declaration based upon the following finding:
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 Mitigated 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 Mitigated Negative Declaration means that an Environmental Impact Reportwill not
be required. The factual and analytical basis for this finding is 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 proposed Mitigated Negative Declaration during the
review period.
April 26. 2006 l(/G✓G��J
Date of Determination dopted B
City of Rancho Cucamonga
- MITIGATION MONITORING
PROGRAM
Project File No.: Time Extension for Tentative Tract Map SUBTT16114 and Development Review
DRC2005-00401
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
TIME EXTENSION SUBTT16114 AND DRC2005-004014—TRIMARK PACIFIC HOMES
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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 bythe 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 111)
Project File No.: Time Extension for Tentative Tract Map SUBTT16114 and Development Review DRC2005 00401
Applicant: Trimark Pacific Homes, L.P.
Initial Study Prepared by: Donald Granger, Associate Planner Date: October 20, 2004
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AirQuality .
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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 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, developer CP/BO C Review of plans C 2
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.
[Allconstruction equipment shall comply with SCAQMD BO C Review of plans A/C 2/4
402 and 403. Additionally, contractors shall
the following provisions:
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• 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.
• 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 the 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 Fine Particulate Matter(PM,o) 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 PM,o emissions.
The construction contractor shall utilize electric or clean BO C Review of plans A/C 4
alternative fuel powered equipment where feasible.
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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/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.
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A pre-construction survey for nesting birds shall be done CP B Plan Check A/B/C 2/4
prior any ground disturbing activities. If active nests are
found, informal consulting with CDFG is required. If the
birds are found to be nesting within 500 feet of the
impact area,construction will need to be postponed until
it is determined that the nest has successfully fledged
young, and it is determined by a qualified ornithologist
that the nest is no longer active.
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.
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Implementing
Action Verification Date/Initials Non-Compliance
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/� 3/4
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, CP C Review of report A/O 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/O 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.
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• Prepare, identify, and curate all recovered fossils for BO B/C Review of report A/D 4
documentation in the summary reportand transferto
an appropriate depository (i.e., San Bernardino
County Museum).
• 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.
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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.
Frontage public streets shall be swept according to a CE 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 the 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,o emissions.
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Prior to issuance of Grading Permits, the permit BO B/C/D Review of Plans A/C 2/4
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.
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Implementing Date/initials Non-Compliance
An Erosion Control Plan shall be prepared, included in BO B/C/D Review of Plans A/C 2/4
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
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 use of fossil filters or other drainage filtration CE B/C/D Review of Plans A/C 2/4
systems will used at approved areas as called out on the
Erosion Control Plan.
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
(name/date) to reduce pollutants after construction
entering the storm drain system to the maximum extent
practical.
The project has been designed to direct storm flows, CE B/C/D Review of Plans A/C 2/4
when possible, to an outlet that drains to a regional
drainage facility.
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Runoff from rooftops will be directed into landscape CE B/C/D Review of Plans A/C 2/4
areas.
Landscaping plans shall include provisions for CE 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.
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, BO 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 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.
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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.
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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 perimeter block wall shall be constructed as early CP C During A 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.
Key to Checklist Abbreviations
Responsible Person y_( _Mo nit on ng.Freguency a ';Method of Verification Sanctionsf w?'.
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 designee6-Revoke CUP
7-Citation
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT
STANDARD CONDITIONS
PROJECT#: DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2005-00401
SUBJECT: DEVELOPMENT REVIEW FOR 21 LOTS
APPLICANT: TRIMARK PACIFIC HOMES, L.P.
LOCATION: APN: 0225-131-16
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. Copies of the signed Planning Commission Resolution of Approval No. 06-46, Standard
Conditions, and all environmental mitigations shall be included on the plans (full size). The
sheet(s) are for information only to all parties involved in the construction/grading activities and
are not required to be wet sealed/stamped by a licensed Engineer/Architect.
B. Time Limits
1. Development/Design Review approval shall expire if building permits are not issued or approved —i--/—
use has not commenced within 5 years from the date of approval. No extensions are allowed.
C. Site Development
1. The site shall be developed and maintained in accordance with the approved plans which include
site plans,architectural elevations,exterior materials and colors,landscaping,sign program,and
grading on file in the Planning Department,the conditions contained herein, Development Code
regulations, the Etiwanda Specific Plan.
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2. Prior to any use of the project site or business activity being commenced thereon,all Conditions
of Approval shall be completed to the satisfaction of the City Planner.
3. Occupancy of the facilities shall not commence until such time as all Uniform Building Code and
State Fire Marshal regulations have been complied with. Prior to occupancy, plans shall be
submitted to the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District and the Building and Safety
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. 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.
8. All building numbers and individual units shall be identified in a clear and concise manner,
including proper illumination.
9. A detailed plan indicating trail widths, maximum slopes, physical conditions,fencing, and weed
control,in accordance with City Master Trail drawings,shall be submitted for City Planner review
and approval prior to approval and recordation of the Final Tract Map and prior to approval of
street improvement and grading plans. Developer shall upgrade and construct all trails,including
fencing and drainage devices, in conjunction with street improvements.
a. Local Feeder Trails (i.e., private equestrian easements) shall, at a minimum, be fenced
with two-rail,4-inch lodgepole"peeler"logs to define both sides of the easement;however,
developer may upgrade to an alternate fence material.
b. Local Feeder Trail entrances shall also provide access for service vehicles, such as
veterinarians or hay deliveries, including a 12-foot minimum drive approach. Entrance
shall be gated provided that equestrian access is maintained through step-throughs.
C. Local Feeder Trail grades shall not exceed 0.5% at the downstream end of a trail for a /
distance of 25 feet behind the public right-of-way line to prohibit trail debris from reaching
the street. Drainage devices may be required by the Building Official
d. Provide a 24-foot by 24-foot corral area in the rear yard. Grade access from corral to trail
with a maximum slope of 5:1 and a minimum width of 10 feet. ———
e. For single family residential development within the Equestrian/Rural Overlay District, at
least one model home shall be provided with a constructed 24-foot by 24-foot corral with
appropriate fencing.
10. The Covenants,Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&Rs)shall not prohibit the keeping the equine
animals where zoning requirements for the keeping of said animals have been met. Individual lot
owners in subdivisions shall have the option of keeping said animals without the necessity of
appealing to boards of directors of homeowners'associations for amendments to the CC&Rs.
11. The Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&Rs) and Articles of Incorporation of the _/_J_
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Departments and the City Attorney. They shall be recorded concurrently with the Final Map or
prior to the issuance of building permits, whichever occurs first. A recorded copy shall be
provided to the City Engineer. The Homeowners' Association shall submit to the Planning
Department a list of the name and address of their officers on or before January 1 of each and
every year and whenever said information changes.
12. 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.
13. The developer shall submit a construction access plan and schedule for the development of all
lots for City Planner and City Engineer approval; including, but not limited to, public notice
requirements,special street posting,phone listing for community concerns,hours of construction
activity, dust control measures, and security fencing.
14. 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.
15. Construct block walls between homes(i.e.,along interior side and rear property lines),rather than
wood fencing for permanence, durability, and design consistency.
16. 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.
17. For residential development, return walls and corner side walls shall be decorative masonry.
18. 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.
D. 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. All private slopes of 5 feet or more in vertical height and of 5:1 or greater slope,but less than 2:1
slope,shall be,at minimum, irrigated and landscaped with appropriate ground cover for erosion
control. Slope planting required by this section shall include a permanent irrigation system to be
installed by the developer prior to occupancy.
3. All private slopes in excess of 5 feet, but less than 8 feet in vertical height and of 2:1 or greater
slope shall be landscaped and irrigated for erosion control and to soften their appearance as
follows: one 15-gallon or larger size tree per each 150 sq.ft.of slope area, 1-gallon or larger size
shrub per each 100 sq.ft.of slope area,and appropriate ground cover. In addition,slope banks
in excess of 8 feet in vertical height and 2:1 or greater slope shall also include one 5-gallon or
larger size tree per each 250 sq. ft. of slope area. Trees and shrubs shall be planted in
staggered clusters to soften and vary slope plane. Slope planting required by this section shall
include a permanent irrigation system to be installed by the developer prior to occupancy.
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4. For single-family residential development, all slope planting and irrigation shall be continuously
maintained in a healthy and thriving condition by the developer until each individual unit is sold
and occupied by the buyer. Prior to releasing occupancy for those units, an inspection shall be
conducted by the Planning Department to determine that they are in satisfactory condition.
5. Front yard and corner side yard landscaping and irrigation shall be required per the Development
Code. This requirement shall be in addition to the required street trees and slope planting.
6. The final design of the perimeter parkways,walls,landscaping,and sidewalks shall be included in
the required landscape plans and shall be subject to City Planner review and approval and
coordinated for consistency with any parkway landscaping plan which may be required by the
Engineering Department.
7. Special landscape features such as mounding, alluvial rock, specimen size trees, meandering __J__J_
sidewalks(with horizontal change),and intensified landscaping, is required along East Avenue.
8. 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.
9. All walls shall be provided with decorative treatment. If located in public maintenance areas,the
design shall be coordinated with the Engineering Department.
10. Landscaping and irrigation shall be designed to conserve water through the principles of _/- _/_
Xeriscape as defined in Chapter 19.16 of the Rancho Cucamonga Municipal Code.
11. New windrow planting of Eucalyptus Maculata (Spotted Gum) is required at a ratio of 50 linear
feet per acre. The size,spacing,staking,and irrigation of these trees shall comply with the Citys
Tree Preservation Ordinance (RCMC 19.08.100).
E. Environmental
1. The developer shall provide each prospective buyer written notice of the Fourth Street Rock
Crusher project in a standard format as determined by the City Planner,prior to accepting a cash
deposit on any property.
2. The developer shall provide each prospective buyer written notice of the 210 and 1-15 Freeways
in a standard format as determined by the City Planner,prior to accepting a cash deposit on any
property.
3. 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
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.
F. 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.
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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)
SEE ATTACHED.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT, (909) 477-2740, FOR
COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
G. Dedication and Vehicular Access
1. Dedication shall be made of the following rights-of-way on the perimeter streets(measured from
street centerline):
44 total feet on East Avenue
2. Corner property line cutoffs shall be dedicated per City Standards.
3. Vehicular access rights shall be dedicated to the City for the following streets, except for
approved openings: East Avenue.
4. Private drainage easements for cross-lot drainage shall be provided and shall be delineated or
noted on the final map.
5. All existing easements lying within future rights-of-way shall be quit-claimed or delineated on the
final map.
6. Easements for public sidewalks and/or street trees placed outside the public right-of-way shall be
dedicated to the City.
H. Street Improvements
1. All public improvements(interior streets,drainage facilities,community trails,paseos,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.
2. A minimum of 26-foot wide pavement, within a 40-foot wide dedicated right-of-way shall be
constructed for all half-section streets.
3. Construct the following perimeter street improvements including, but not limited to:
Curb& A.C. Side- Drive street street Comm Metllan Bike
Street Name Gutter Pvmt walk Appr. Lights Trees Trail Islantl Trail Other
East Avenue X X X X X
Wilson Avenue X X X X X
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.
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. Securityshall be
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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 __J_/_
Standards or as directed by the City Engineer.
I. 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. 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.
I. Public Maintenance Areas
1. A separate set of landscape and irrigation plans per Engineering Public Works Standards shall
be submitted to the City Engineer for review and approval prior to final map approval or issuance
of building permits, whichever occurs first. The following landscaped parkways, medians,
paseos, easements, trails or other areas shall be annexed into the Landscape Maintenance
District: Community Trail.
2. 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.
3. All required public landscaping and irrigation systems shall be continuously maintained by the
developer until accepted by the City.
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4. Parkway landscaping on the following street(s) shall conform to the results of the respective
Beautification Master Plan East Avenue and Wilson Avenue: Etiwanda Specific Plan.
J. Drainage and Flood Control
1. The project(or portions thereof)is located within a Flood Hazard Zone;therefore,flood protection
measures shall be provided as certified by a registered Civil Engineer and approved by the City
Engineer.
2. It shall be the developer's responsibility to have the current FIRM Zone D designation removed
from the project area. The developer shall provide drainage and/or flood protection facilities
sufficient to obtain an unshaded "X' designation. The developer's engineer shall prepare all
necessary reports, plans, and hydrologic/hydraulic calculations. A Conditional Letter of Map
Revision (CLOMR) shall be obtained from FEMA prior to final map approval or issuance of
building permits, whichever occurs first. A Letter of Map Revision (LOMR) shall be issued by
FEMA prior to occupancy or improvement acceptance,whichever occurs first.
3. A final drainage study shall be submitted to and approved by the City Engineer prior to final map _ _/_ _/_
approval or the issuance of building permits,whichever occurs first. All drainage facilities shall
be installed as required by the City Engineer.
4. A permit from the San Bernardino County Flood Control District is required for work within its
right-of-way.
5. Trees are prohibited within 5 feet of the outside diameter of any public storm drain pipe measured
from the outer edge of a mature tree trunk.
6. Public storm drain easements shall be graded to convey overflows in the event of a blockage in a
sump catch basin on the public street, and provisions made to pass through walls.
K. 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(CVW D), 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.
L. General Requirements and Approvals
1. Etiwanda/San Sevaine Area Regional Mainline,Secondary Regional,and Master Plan Drainage
Fees shall be paid prior to final map approval or prior to building permit issuance if no map is
involved.
2. Permits shall be obtained from the following agencies for work within their right of-way: San
Bernardino County (North half of Wilson Avenue and San Bernardino County
District.) Flood Control
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3. 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.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE POLICE DEPARTMENT, (909) 477-2800, FOR
COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
M. Security Hardware
1. A secondary locking device shall be installed on all sliding glass doors.
2. One-inch single cylinder dead bolts shall be installed on all entrance doors. If windows are within
40 inches of any locking device, tempered glass or a double cylinder dead bolt shall be used.
3. All garage or rolling doors shall have slide bolts or some type of secondary locking devices.
N. Windows
1. All sliding glass windows shall have secondary locking devices and should not be able to be lifted
from frame or track in any manner.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE FIRE SAFETY DEPARTMENT, FIRE PROTECTION
PLANNING SERVICES AT, (909) 477-2770, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING
CONDITIONS:
SEE ATTACHED
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Rancho Cucamonga Community
Development
Building & Safety
SFR TRACT STANDARD CONDITIONS
June 2, 2005
Trimark Pacific Homes
Tract 16114
SEC Wilson & East Ave
DRC2005-00401
NOTE: Any revisions may void these requirements and necessitate additional
review.
A. New Structures
1. Provide compliance with the California Building Code (CBC) for property line
clearances considering use, area, and fire-resistive construction.
2. Provide compliance with the California Building Code for required occupancy
separations.
3. Roofing material shall be installed per the manufacturer's "high wind" instructions.
B. General Requirements
1. Submit five conceptual sets of plans including the following:
a. Site/Plot Plan
b. Floor Plan
C. Foundation Plan
d. Ceiling and Roof Framing Plan
e. Electrical Plans (2 sets, detached) including the size of 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.
g. Planning Division Tracking Number(i.e., SUBTT, SUBTPM, DRC, etc.) must
be clearly noted on the Title Sheet of the plans.
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h. Separate permits are required for fencing and/or walls.
i. All sheets must be marked: NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION.
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. Developers wishing to participate in the Community Energy Efficiency Program
(CEEP) can contact the Building and Safety Division staff for information and
submittal requirements.
C. Site Development
1. Plans shall be submitted for plan check and approved prior to construction. All plans
shall be marked with the project file number (i.e., DRC2003-00110 and
SUBTPM16125). The applicant shall comply with the latest adopted California
Codes, and all other applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations in effect at the
time of permit application. Contact the Building and Safety Division for availability of
the Code Adoption Ordinance and applicable handouts.
2. Prior to issuance of building permits for a new commercial or industrial development
project or major addition, the applicant shall pay development fees at the established
rate. Such fees may include, but are not limited to: City Beautification Fee, Park
Fee, Drainage Fee, Transportation Development Fee, Permit and Plan Check Fees,
and School Fees. Applicant shall provide a copy of the school fees receipt to the
Building and Safety Division prior to permit issuance.
3. The Building and Safety Official shall provide the street addresses after tract/parcel
map recordation and prior to issuance of building permits.
4. Construction activity shall not occur between the hours of 8:00 p.m. and 6:30 a.m.
Monday through Saturday, with no construction on Sunday or holidays.
D. 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 Plan, appropriate certifications and compaction reports shall be
completed, submitted, and approved by the Building and Safety Official prior to the
issuance of building permits.
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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.
Note on title sheet that plans must be submitted for plan check and be approved prior to
construction. The applicant shall comply with the latest adopted California Codes, and all other
applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations in effect at the time of permit application. Contact
the Building and Safety Division if you have any questions about the procedure at 909-477-
2710.
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Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection
° District
Fire Construction Services
STANDARD CONDITIONS
January 31, 2006
Trimark Pacific Homes
Tract 16114
SCE Wilson & East
DRC2005-00401, DRC2004-00466 & SUBTT16114
THE FOLLOWING STANDARD CONDITIONS APPLY TO THIS PROJECT.
FSC-1 Public and Private Water Supply
1. Design guidelines for Fire Hydrants: The following provides design guidelines for the
spacing and location of fire hydrants:
a. For single-family residential projects in the designated Hazardous Fire Area, the
maximum distance between fire hydrants is 400-feet. No portion of the exterior wall
facing the addressed street shall be more than 200-feet from an approved fire
hydrant. For cul-de-sacs, the distance shall not exceed 150-feet.
b. Fire hydrants are to be located. The preferred locations for fire hydrants are:
i. At the entrance(s) to a commercial, industrial or residential project from the
public roadways.
ii. At intersections.
iii. On the right side of the street, whenever practical and possible.
iv. As required by the Fire Safety Division to meet operational needs of the Fire
District.
V. A minimum of forty-feet (40) from any building.
C. If any portion of a facility or building is located more than 150-feet from a public fire
hydrant measured on an approved route around the exterior of the facility or building,
additional private or public fire hydrants and mains capable of supplying the required
fire flow shall be provided.
d. Provide one fire hydrant for each 1000 gallons per minute of required fire flow or
fraction thereof.
FSC-2 Fire Flow
1. The required fire flow for this project is 2250 gallons per minute at a minimum residual
pressure of 20-pounds per square inch. This requirement is made in accordance with Fire
Code Appendix III-A, as adopted by the Fire District Ordinances. For structures in excess
of 3,600 square feet use CFC Table A-III-A-1.
2. Public fire hydrants located within a 500-foot radius of the proposed project may be used to
provide the required fire flow subject to Fire District review and approval. Private fire
hydrants on adjacent property shall not be used to provide required fire flow.
3. Fire service plans are required for all projects that must extend the existing water supply to
or onto the site. Building permits will not be issued until fire service plans are
approved.
4. On all site plans to be submitted for review, show all fire hydrants located within 600-feet of
the proposed project site.
FSC-3 Prerequisite for submittal of Overhead Automatic Fire Sprinkler Systems
1. Prior to submitting plans for an overhead automatic fire sprinkler system, the applicant
shall submit plans, specifications and calculations for the fire sprinkler system
underground supply piping. Approval of the underground supply piping system must be
obtained prior to submitting the overhead fire sprinkler system plans.
FSC-4 Requirement for Automatic Fire Sprinkler Systems
Rancho Cucamonga Fire District Ordinance 15, the 2001 California Fire Code and/or any other
applicable standards require an approved automatic fire sprinkler system to be installed in:
1. Buildings constructed in the designed Hazardous Fire Areas which include:
a. All structures that do not meet Fire District access requirements (see Fire Access).
b. When required fire flow cannot be provided due to inadequate volume or pressure.
FSC-7 Hazardous Fire Area
This project is located within the "State Responsibility Area" (SRA), the "Very High Fire Hazard
Severity Zone" (VHFHSZ), City of Rancho Cucamonga "Hillside District", and/or within the area
identified on the Rancho Cucamonga General Plan, Exhibit V-7 as High Probability-High
Consequence for Fire Risk. These locations have been determined to be within the "Hazardous
Fire Area" as defined by the Fire District. The Hazardous Fire Area is based on maps produced
by the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection and the City of Rancho
Cucamonga.
1. Hazard Reduction Plans: The applicant shall prepare the architectural plans for the
construction of the buildings in accordance with the County of San Bernardino's
Development Code as amended by RCFPD Ordinance 39, Appendix II-A. Fire Area FS-3
requirements apply to the construction of the buildings based on the slope of the terrain
and/or mitigation of the fuel modification plans. The development code provides
standards regulating and requiring:
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a. Fire resistive roof assemblies
b. Fuel Modification and hazard reduction plans
C. Fire District access roadways
d. Fire resistive construction and protection of openings.
e. Fire sprinkler systems
f. Fire flow criteria
For construction requirements in the "Hazard Fire Area" refer to the following web site:
hftl2://www.co.san-bernardino.ca.us/landuseservices/DevCode (Chapter 2 Hazard
Protection, Article 2 Fire Safety (FR)Overlay District) for an Adobe copy. Also
reference RCFPD Ordinance 39, Appendix II-A.
Comply with the following guidelines regarding submission of the Fuel Modification plan:
Fuel Modification Plans
Submit four (4) sets of plans: (1) RCFPD; (1) Job Set; (1) Architectural Plans; (1) Recorded set
Approved plan and documentation must be recorded with San Bernardino County prior to
release of occupancy. Proof of the recording must be provided to FCS.
Submittal Requirements:
1. Site plan (blueprint size) providing details of the zone areas (i.e., Zone "A" — set back 0' —
30'; Zone "B" — irrigation 30' —80', etc.).
2. Text Document (8-1/2" x 11") to include details of how the fuel modification requirements
will be met. This text document will also include the following:
a. Successor clause—statement indicating that any subsequent homeowner must
comply with the conditions of the fuel modification plan.
b. Substitution clause—statement to read: "Substitution or replacement of approved
plants, with plants from the approved list, may occur without a resubmission, if the
plants are similar and meet the same criteria."
C. Statement indicating that any major change to the plans (i.e., substitution of more
than 50% of the approved plants; theme change and/or method change)will require
a new submittal to the Fire District for review and approval.
d. Any reference to an approved guideline (i.e., LA County; SB County Overlay Districts
FR-1, FR-2 or FS-3; Orange County) requires those portions of the guidelines
referenced to be included in your document.
e. Minimum 100' of fuel modification distance is required and shall include off-site
property within the 100 feet distance. The off-site portion of the plan will be
considered "thinning/modification". A letter from the adjacent property owner must
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be included in the document OR a notarized letter providing a detailed "diligent'
effort to contact the adjacent property owner.
3. Mitigations to the fuel modification plan include:
a. Installation of automatic fire sprinklers; or
b. Installation of block walls; or
C. Use of rated construction materials
At the discretion of the Fire District, fuel modification plans may be required to validate the
design assumptions by providing a computer-generator model (BEHAVE) of the plan.
NOTE: Fuel Modification Plans must be submitted to Fire Construction Services for review and
approval prior to the submittal of architectural drawings.
FS04 Chronological summary of RCFPD Hazardous Fire Area requirements
Prior to the issuance of a rough grading permit, the applicant shall obtain the Fire District
approval of a preliminary fuel modification/hazard reduction plan and program. The plan(s) shall
be prepared by an individual or firm qualified and experienced in wildfire hazard mitigation
planning.
Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the developer shall have submitted and obtain
approval of a final fuel modification plan. Further, the builder shall have completed that portion
of the approved fuel modification/hazard reduction plan determined to be necessary by the Fire
District before the introduction of any combustible materials into the project area. Approval is
subject to an on-site inspection.
Prior to the issuance of any Certificate of Occupancy, the remainder of the fuel
modification/hazard reduction plan requirements shall be installed, inspected and accepted by
the Fire District staff. Schedule the inspection with Fire Construction Services at 909-477-2713.
FSC-13 Alternate Method Application
Fire Construction Services staff and the Fire Marshal have review and approved the alternative
method application submitted by the applicant for the installation of AFS in all structures due to
fire access deficiency.
Chronological Summary of RCFPD Standard Conditions
PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS— Please complete the following prior to
the issuance of any building permits:
1. Private Water Supply(Fire) Systems: The applicant shall submit construction plans,
specifications, flow test data and calculations for the private water main system for review
and approval by the Fire District. Plans and installation shall comply with Fire District
Standards. Approval of the on-site (private) fire underground and water plans is required
prior to any building permit issuance for any structure on the site. Private on-site
combination domestic and fire supply system must be designed in accordance with
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RCFPD Standards # 9-4, #10-2 and #10-4. The Building & Safety Division and Fire
Construction Services will perform plan checks and inspections.
All private on-site fire hydrants shall be installed, flushed and operable prior to delivering
any combustible framing materials to the site. Fire construction Services will inspect the
installation, witness hydrant flushing and grant a clearance before lumber is dropped.
2. Public Water Supply (Domestic/Fire) Systems: The applicant shall submit a plan
showing the locations of all new public fire hydrants for the review and approval by the Fire
District and CCWD. On the plan, show all existing fire hydrants within a 600-foot radius of
the project. All required public fire hydrants shall be installed, flushed and operable prior to
delivering any combustible framing materials to the site. CCWD personnel shall inspect the
installation and witness the hydrant flushing. Fire Construction Services shall inspect the
site after acceptance of the public water system by CCWD. Fire Construction Services
must grant a clearance before lumber is dropped.
3. Fuel Modification Plans: Please refer to RCFPD Summary of Fire Hazardous Area
requirements.
4. Construction Access: The access roads must be paved in accordance with all the
requirements of the RCFPD Fire Lane Standard #9-7 and the approved alternative method.
All temporary utilities over access roads must be installed at least 14' 6" above the finished
surface of the road.
5. Fire Flow: A current fire flow letter from CCWD must be received. The applicant is
responsible for obtaining the fire flow information from CCWD and submitting the letter to
Fire Construction Services.
6. Easements and Reciprocal Agreements: All easements and agreements must be
recorded with the County of San Bernardino.
PRIOR TO THE RELEASE OF TEMPORARY POWER
The building construction must be substantially completed in accordance with Fire Construction
Services' "Temporary Power Release Checklist and Procedures".
PRIOR TO OCCUPANCY OR FINAL INSPECTION — Please complete
the following:
1. Hydrant Markers: All fire hydrants shall have a blue reflective pavement marker
indicating the fire hydrant location on the street or driveway in accordance with the City of
Rancho Cucamonga Engineering Standard Plan 134, "Installation of Reflective Hydrant
Markers". On private property, the markers shall be installed at the centerline of the fire
access road, at each hydrant location.
2. Private Fire Hydrants: For the purpose of final acceptance, a licensed sprinkler
contractor, in the presence of Fire Construction Services, shall conduct a test of the most
hydraulically remote on-site fire hydrants. The underground fire line contractor, developer
and/or owner are responsible for hiring the company to perform the test. A final test
report shall be submitted to Fire Construction Services verifying the fire flow available.
The fire flow available must meet or exceed the required fire flow in accordance with the
California Fire Code.
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3. Fire Sprinkler System: Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, the fire
sprinkler system(s) shall be tested and accepted by Fire Construction Services.
4. Fire Access Roadways: Prior to the issuance of any Certificate of Occupancy, the fire
access roadways must be installed in accordance with the approved plans and acceptable
to Fire Construction Services.
5. Address: Prior to the granting of occupancy, single-family dwellings shall post the address
with noncombustible 4-inch tall numbers on a contrasting background. The numbers shall
be internally illuminated during periods of darkness. The numbers shall be visible from the
street. When building setback from the public roadway exceeds 100-feet, additional fl-
inch numbers shall be displayed at the property entry.
6. Fuel Modification: Please refer to RCFPD Summary of Fire Hazardous Area
requirements.
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