HomeMy WebLinkAbout09-02 - Resolutions RESOLUTION NO. 09-02
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DEVELOPMENT REVIEW
DRC2008-00306, A REQUEST TO CONSTRUCT A MULTI-FAMILY HOUSING
DEVELOPMENT CONSISTING OF 241 UNITS ON 15.69 ACRES OF LAND
(LOT 1 OF TENTATIVE TRACT MAP SUBTT18710) WITHIN THE MEDIUM-HIGH
RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT (14-24 DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE)
DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT OF THE TERRA VISTA COMMUNITY PLAN,
LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF CHURCH STREET AND EAST OF
MILLIKEN AVENUE; AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF —
APN: 0227-532-16.
A. Recitals.
1. Lewis Operating Corporation has filed an application for the approval of Development Review
DRC2008-00306, 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 14th day of January 2009, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho
Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the application and concluded said hearing on
that date.
3. All legal prerequisites prior to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred.
B. Resolution.
NOW, THEREFORE, it is hereby found, determined, and resolved by the Planning Commission of
the City of Rancho Cucamonga as follows:
1. This Commission hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals, Part A,
of this Resolution are true and correct.
2. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the
above-referenced public hearing January 14, 2009, including written and oral staff reports, together with
public testimony, this Commission hereby specifically finds as follows:
a. The application applies to a 15.69-acre vacant project site that is located on the north
side of Church Street and east of Milliken Avenue; and
b. The site is bounded by Milliken Park to the north, Church Street to the south,
multi-family residences to the east (earlier phases of Homecoming at Terra Vista), and a storage facility
and multi-family residences to the west; and
C. The proposed 241-unit rental condominium project is the final phase of the
Homecoming at Terra Vista rental condominium development, which will have 868 units with the
completion of this final phase; and
d: The proposed development also includes an associated two-lot subdivision, Tentative
Tract Map SUBTT18710. The associated Tentative Tract Map (SUBTT18710) proposes subdividing the
20.69-acre site into two numbered lots (Lots 1 and 2), with 241 units for condominium purposes on Lot 1.
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Lot 1 will consist of 15.69 acres and will be developed with 241 condominiums, Lot 2 will consist of
5 acres and is presently developed with condominiums. The 20.69-acre project site includes a 5-acre
portion of an earlier phase of Homecoming at Terra Vista (Lot 2 of Tentative Tract Map SUBTT18710);
and
e. The project density is 16 dwelling units per acre, which is at the low end of the 14- to
24-unit density permitted within the Medium-High Residential District of the Terra Vista Community Plan;
and
f. The project includes six different building types which were designed to be reminiscent
of Spanish style architecture. There will be 166 two-bedroom units and 75 three-bedroom units ranging
in size from 1,031 square feet to 1,571 square feet; and
g. The building separations for the 7-unit (Types 2 and 3) and 8-unit (Types 5 and 6) all
meet or exceed the minimum separation requirements outlined in the Terra Vista Community Plan for the
Medium-High Residential District. The building separations for the detached single-unit (Type 28) and
duplex (Type 27) buildings are 16 feet front-to-front and 8 feet side-to-side, which is deficient in meeting
the building separation requirements. The applicant has submitted Terra Vista Community Plan
Amendment (DRC2008-00761) for reduced building setbacks in the Medium-High Residential District;
and
h. The proposed project conforms to the standards and regulations of the Development
Code, as well as the Terra Vista Community Plan, in terms of setbacks, parking, and the provision of
recreational amenities as noted in the staff report; and
3. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the
above-referenced public hearing and upon the specific findings of facts set forth in Paragraphs 1 and 2
above, this Commission hereby finds and concludes as follows:
a. The proposed project is consistent with the General Plan, Development Code, and any
applicable specific plans; and
b. The proposed design or improvements are consistent with the General Plan,
Development Code, and any applicable specific plans; and
C. The site is physically suitable for the type of development proposed; and
d. The design of the project is not likely to cause substantial environmental damage and
avoidable injury to humans and wildlife or their habitat; and
e. The project is not likely to cause serious public health problems; and
4. Based upon the facts and information contained in the application, together with all written
and oral reports included for the environmental assessment for the application, the Planning Commission
finds that no subsequent or supplemental environmental document is required pursuant to the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) in connection with the review and approval of this application based
upon the following findings and determinations:
a. Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") and the City's local
CEQA Guidelines, 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
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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, 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.
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 the mitigation
measures during project implementation. The Planning Commission therefore adopts the Mitigation
Monitoring Program for the project.
d. 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 Planning Director 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.
Planning Department
1) Approval is for the design and layout of a 241-unit condominium project on
15.69 acres of land (Lot 1 of Tentative Tract Map SUBTT18710), located on
the north side of Church Street and east of Milliken Avenue —
APN: 0227-532-16.
2) The approval of DRC2008-00306 is subject to the approval of Terra Vista
Community Plan Amendment DRC2008-00761 (Planning Commission and
City Council [approval and adoption after City Council second reading])
Tentative Tract Map SUBTT18710, and Variance DRC2008-00762.
3) Plans submitted for plan check shall be consistent with plans approved by
the Design Review Committee on November 18, 2008.
4) All perimeter walls and walls exposed to public view shall be decorative. The
perimeter walls fronting Church Street shall be consistent with the walls used
on the earlier phases of the project.
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5) All retaining walls used throughout the project shall have a decorative
surface to complement the building design.
6) Access shall be provided to Milliken Park with the final location of the gate
subject to approval by the Engineering Department.
7) Garage doors shall be painted brown or a color that matches building or trim
color.
8) All corbels, rafter tails, and similar decorative trim shall be painted brown and
not be covered with stucco.
9) All required ground level patios shall have a minimum depth of 8 feet and
balconies shall have a depth of 6 feet.
Engineering Department
1) The Church Street frontage shall be fully improved. Improvements shall
include, but are not limited to, curbs and gutters, sidewalk, street lights,
street trees, traffic signing/striping, drainage facilities, etc.
a) Provide bike lane along the Church Street frontage.
b) The street tree species required on Church Street on the parkway shall
be Magnolia Grandiflora "St. Mary" which is the approved tree easterly
of this project.
2) The median in Church Street is to be protected in place and modified or
repaired as required with no new openings.
a) The median shall be fully landscaped per the approved street
improvement plans, Drawing No. 2058-L, prior to approval of final map
or issuance of building permit, whichever occurs first. It will be
necessary to recheck the plans for conformance to current City
Standards, since more than a year has elapsed since their approval.
3) The proposed driveway approach to Church Street is to be in accordance
with City "Driveway Policy". The commercial drive approach shall be 35 feet
wide minimum and 50 feet wide maximum, per City Standard 101, Type C.
4) Revise public improvement and storm drain plans to reflect required public
improvements and public storm drain connections, to the satisfaction of the
City Engineer.
5) Provide a 2-inch Traffic Signal Interconnect conduit on the north side of
Church Street from the intersection of Malaga Avenue to Mayten Avenue.
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6) A gate for pedestrian access to Milliken Park from the private multi-family
residential project to the south will not be permitted in the vicinity of the
existing tot lot, for child safety purposes. A third access to East Greenway
Corridor will be allowed near the northeast corner of the project site.
7) The Engineering Department shall review a copy of the on-site landscaping
plans to verify conformance with City street tree requirements. Add the
following note to private landscape plans that show street trees: "All
improvements within the public right-of-way, including street trees, shall be
installed per the public improvement plans".
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:
• 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.
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• 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 SCAQMD Rule 403
requirements.
• Maintain a minimum 24-inch freeboard ratio on soils haul trucks or
cover payloads using tarps or other suitable means.
6) The site shall be treated with water or other soil-stabilizing agent (approved
by SCAQMD and Regional Water Quality Control Board [RWQCB]) daily to
reduce Fine Particulate Matter (PM10) emissions, in accordance with
SCAQMD Rule 403.
7) The site shall be treated with water or other soil-stabilizing agent (approved
by SCAQMD and Regional Water Quality Control Board [RWQCB]) daily to
reduce Fine Particulate Matter (PM10) emissions, in accordance with
SCAQMD Rule 403.
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.
Cultural Resources
1) If any prehistoric archaeological resources are encountered before or during
grading, the developer will retain a qualified archaeologist to monitor
construction activities to take appropriate measures to protect or preserve
them for study. With the assistance of the archaeologist, the City of Rancho
Cucamonga will:
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• Enact interim measures to protect undesignated sites from demolition
or significant modification without an opportunity for the City to
establish its archaeological value.
• Consider establishing provisions to require incorporation of
archaeological sites within new developments, using their special
qualities as a theme or focal point.
• Pursue educating the public about the archaeological heritage of the
area.
• Propose mitigation measures and recommend conditions of approval to
eliminate adverse project effects on significant, important, and unique
prehistoric resources, following appropriate CEQA guidelines.
• Prepare a technical resources management report, documenting the
inventory, evaluation, and proposed mitigation of resources within the
project area. Submit one copy of the completed report, with original
illustrations, to the San Bernardino County Archaeological Information
Center for permanent archiving.
2) If any paleontological resource (i.e. plant or animal fossils) are encountered
before or during grading, the developer will retain a qualified paleontologist to
monitor construction activities to take appropriate measures to protect or
preserve them for study. The paleontologist shall submit a report of findings
that will also provide specific recommendations regarding further mitigation
measures (i.e., paleontological monitoring) that may be appropriate. Where
mitigation monitoring is appropriate, the program must include, but not be
limited to, the following measures:
• Assign a paleontological monitor, trained and equipped to allow the
rapid removal of fossils with minimal construction delay, to the site
full-time during the interval of earth-disturbing activities.
• Should fossils be found within an area being cleared or graded, divert
earth-disturbing activities elsewhere until the monitor has completed
salvage. If construction personnel make the discovery, the grading
contractor should immediately divert construction and notify the monitor
of the find.
• Prepare, identify, and curate all recovered fossils for documentation in
the summary report and transfer to an appropriate depository (i.e., San
Bernardino County Museum).
• Submit the summary report to the City of Rancho Cucamonga.
Transfer collected specimens with a copy to the report to the San
Bernardino County Museum.
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Geology and Soils
1) The site shall be treated with water or other soil-stabilizing agent (approved
by SCAQMD and RWQCB) daily to reduce PM10 emissions, in accordance
with SCAQMD Rule 403 or re-planted with drought resistant landscaping as
soon as possible.
2) Frontage public streets shall be swept according to a schedule established
by the City to reduce PM10 emissions associated with vehicle tracking of soil
off-site. Timing may vary depending upon 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 the grading plan, and
implemented for the proposed project that identifies specific measures to
control on-site and off-site erosion from the time ground disturbing activities
are initiated through completion of grading. This erosion control plan shall
include the following measures at a minimum: a) Specify the timing of
grading and construction to minimize soil exposure to rainy periods
experienced in southern California, and b) An inspection and maintenance
program shall be included to ensure that any erosion which does occur either
on-site or off-site as a result of this project will be corrected through a
remediation or restoration program within a specified time frame.
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 developer shall implement the BMPs identified in the Water Quality
Management Plan (WQMP), prepared by Madole & Associates, Inc. on
September 15, 2008, to reduce pollutants during the construction phase of
project from entering the storm drain system to the maximum extent
practical.
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6) The developer shall implement the BMPs identified in the WQMP, prepared
by Madole & Associates, Inc. on September 15, 2008, to reduce pollutants
after construction from entering the storm drain system to the maximum
extent practical.
7) 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.
8) Prior to issuance of building permits, the applicant shall submit to the City
Engineer for approval of a WQMP, including a project description and
identifying BMPs that will be used on-site to reduce pollutants into the storm
drain system to the maximum extent practicable. The WQMP shall identify
the structural and non-structural measures consistent with the Guidelines for
New Development and Redevelopment adopted by the City of Rancho
Cucamonga in June 2004.
9) Prior to issuance of grading or paving permits, the 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.
2) Construction or grading noise levels shall not exceed the standards specified
in Development Code Section 17.02.120-D, as measured at the property
line. The developer shall hire a consultant to perform weekly noise level
monitoring as specified in Development Code Section 17.02.120. Monitoring
at other times may be required by the Building Official. Said consultant shall
report their findings to the Building Official within 24 hours; however, if noise
levels exceed the above standards, then the consultant shall immediately
notify the Building Official. If noise levels exceed the above standards, then
construction activities shall be reduced in intensity to a level of compliance
with above noise standards or halted.
3) The perimeter block wall shall be constructed as early as possible in the first
phase.
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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 anytime 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 14TH DAY OF JANUARY 2009.
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
BY:
Richard B. Fletcher, Chairman
ATTEST:
JaR. Troyer, AICP, ecreta
I, James R. Troye AICP, 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 14th day of January 2009, by the following vote-to-wit:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS: FLETCHER, HOWDYSHELL, MUNOZ, STEWART, WIMBERLY
NOES: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT
STANDARD CONDITIONS
PROJECT#: DEVELOPMENT AND DESIGN REVIEW DRC2008-00306
SUBJECT: DEVELOPMENT AND DESIGN REVIEW
APPLICANT: LEWIS DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
LOCATION: CHURCH STREET AND EST OF MILLIKEN AVENUE -APN: 0227-532-16
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. 09-02, 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.
3. The applicant shall be required to pay any applicable Fish and Game fees as shown below. The
project planner will confirm which fees apply to this project. All checks are to be made payable to
the Clerk of the Board Supervisors and submitted to the Planning Commission Secretary prior to
the Planning Commission or Planning Director hearing:
a) Mitigated Negative Declaration - $2,043.00
B. Time Limits
1. Development/Design Review approval shall expire if building permits are not issued or approved
use has not commenced within 5 years from the date of approval. No extensions are allowed.
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C. Site Development
1. The site shall be developed and maintained in accordance with the approved plans which include
site plans,architectural elevations,exterior materials and colors,landscaping,sign program,and
grading on file in the Planning Department,the conditions contained herein, Development Code
regulations, and the Terra Vista Community Plan.
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 Planning Director.
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 Planning Director review and approval prior to the issuance of building permits.
5. All site, grading, landscape, irrigation, and street improvement plans shall be coordinated for
consistency prior to issuance of any permits (such as grading, tree removal, encroachment,
building, etc.)or prior to final map approval in the case of a custom lot subdivision, or approved
use has commenced, whichever comes first.
6. Approval of this request shall not waive compliance with all sections of the Development Code,all
other applicable City Ordinances, and applicable Community or Specific Plans in effect at the
time of building permit issuance.
7. A detailed on-site lighting plan, including a photometric diagram,shall be reviewed and approved
by the Planning Director and Police Department (477-2800) prior to the issuance of building
permits. Such plan shall indicate style, illumination,location,height,and method of shielding so
as not to adversely affect adjacent properties.
8. If no centralized trash receptacles are provided,all trash pick-up shall be for individual units with
all receptacles shielded from public view.
9. Trash receptacle(s)are required and shall meet City standards. The final design, locations,and
the number of trash receptacles shall be subject to Planning Director review and approval prior to
the issuance of building permits.
10. 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 Planning Director. For
single-family residential developments, transformers shall be placed in underground vaults.
11. All building numbers and individual units shall be identified in a clear and concise manner,
including proper illumination.
12. The Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&Rs) and Articles of Incorporation of the
Homeowners' Association are subject to the approval of the Planning and Engineering
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.
13. 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 Planning Director and City Engineer review and approved
prior to the issuance of building permits.
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14. The developer shall submit a construction access plan and schedule for the development of all
lots for Planning Director 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.
15. For multiple family development, laundry facilities shall be provided as required by the
Development Code.
16. For multiple family development,a minimum of 125 cubic feet of exterior lockable storage space
shall be provided.
17. For residential development, recreation area/facility shall be provided as required by the
Development Code.
D. Building Design
1. An alternative energy system is required to provide domestic hot water for all dwelling units and
for heating any swimming pool or spa, unless other alternative energy systems are demonstrated
to be of equivalent capacity and efficiency. All swimming pools installed at the time of initial
development shall be supplemented with solar heating. Details shall be included in the building
plans and shall be submitted for Planning Director review and approval prior to the issuance of
building permits.
2. All dwellings shall have the front,side and rear elevations upgraded with architectural treatment,
detailing and increased delineation of surface treatment subject to Planning Director review and
approval prior to issuance of building permits.
3. Standard patio cover plans for use by the Homeowner's Association shall be submitted for
Planning Director and Building Official review and approval prior to issuance of building permits.
4. All roof appurtenances, including air conditioners and other roof mounted equipment and/or
projections shall be screened from all sides and the sound shall be buffered from adjacent
properties and streets as required by the Planning Department. Such screening shall be
architecturally integrated with the building design and constructed to the satisfaction of the
Planning Director. Any roof-mounted mechanical equipment and/or ductwork, that projects
vertically more than 18 inches above the roof or roof parapet, shall be screened by an
architecturally designed enclosure which exhibits a permanent nature with the building design
and is detailed consistent with the building. Any roof-mounted mechanical equipment and/or
ductwork, that projects vertically less than 18 inches above the roof or roof parapet shall be
painted consistent with the color scheme of the building. Details shall be included in building
plans.
E. Parking and Vehicular Access (indicate details on building plans)
1. All parking spaces shall be 9 feet wide by 18 feet long. When a side of any parking space abuts
a building, wall, support column, or other obstruction, the space shall be a minimum of 11 feet
wide.
2. All parking lot landscape islands shall have a minimum outside dimension of 6 feet and shall
contain a 12-inch walk adjacent to the parking stall (including curb).
3. Textured pedestrian pathways and textured pavement across circulation aisles shall be provided
throughout the development to connect dwellings/units/buildings with open spaces/plazas/
recreational uses.
4. All parking spaces shall be double striped per City standards and all driveway aisles,entrances,
and exits shall be striped per City standards.
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5. All units shall be provided with garage door openers if driveways are less than 18 feet in depth
from back of sidewalk.
6. Multiple car garage driveways shall tapered down to a standard two-care width at street.
7. The Covenants,Conditions and Restrictions shall restrict the storage of recreational vehicles on
this site unless they are the principal source of transportation for the owner and prohibit parking
on interior circulation aisles other than in designated visitor parking areas.
8. Plans for any security gates shall be submitted for the Planning Director, City Engineer, and
Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District review and approval prior to issuance of building
permits. For residential development, private gated entrances shall provide adequate turn-
around space in front of the gate and a separate visitor lane with call box to avoid cars stacking
into the public right-of-way.
9. Handicap accessible stalls shall be provided for commercial and office facilities with 25 or more
parking stalls. Designate two percent or one stall; whichever is greater, of the total number of
stalls for use by the handicapped.
F. Landscaping
1. A detailed landscape and irrigation plan, including slope planting and model home landscaping in /_/
the case of residential development, shall be prepared by a licensed landscape architect and
submitted for Planning Director review and approval prior to the issuance of building permits or
prior final map approval in the case of a custom lot subdivision.
2. Within parking lots, trees shall be planted at a rate of one 15-gallon tree for every three parking
stalls.
3. All private slopes of 5 feet or more in vertical height and of 5:1 or greater slope, but less than 2:1
slope, shall be,at minimum, irrigated and landscaped with appropriate ground cover for erosion
control. Slope planting required by this section shall include a permanent irrigation system to be
installed by the developer prior to occupancy.
4. All private slopes in excess of 5 feet, but less than 8 feet in vertical height and of 2:1 or greater
slope shall be landscaped and irrigated for erosion control and to soften their appearance as
follows: one 15-gallon or larger size tree per each 150 sq.ft.of slope area, 1-gallon or larger size
shrub per each 100 sq.ft.of slope area,and appropriate ground cover. In addition,slope banks
in excess of 8 feet in vertical height and 2:1 or greater slope shall also include one 5-gallon or
larger size tree per each 250 sq. ft. of slope area. Trees and shrubs shall be planted in
staggered clusters to soften and vary slope plane. Slope planting required by this section shall
include a permanent irrigation system to be installed by the developer prior to occupancy.
5. For multi-family residential and non-residential development,property owners are responsible for
the continual maintenance of all landscaped areas on-site,as well as contiguous planted areas
within the public right-of-way. All landscaped areas shall be kept free from weeds and debris and
maintained in healthy and thriving condition,and shall receive regular pruning,fertilizing,mowing,
and trimming. Any damaged,dead,diseased,or decaying plant material shall be replaced within
30 days from the date of damage.
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 Planning Director review and approval and
coordinated for consistency with any parkway landscaping plan which may be required by the
Engineering Department.
7. Landscaping and irrigation systems required to be installed within the public right-of-way on the / /_
perimeter of this project area shall be continuously maintained by the developer.
8. All walls shall be provided with decorative treatment. If located in public maintenance areas,the
design shall be coordinated with the Engineering Department.
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9. Tree maintenance criteria shall be developed and submitted for Planning Director review and
approval prior to issuance of building permits.These criteria shall encourage the natural growth
characteristics of the selected tree species.
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)
G. General Requirements
1. Submit five complete sets of plans including the following:
a. Site/Plot Plan;
b. Foundation Plan;
C. Floor Plan;
d. Ceiling and Roof Framing Plan;
e. Electrical Plans(2 sets, detached) including the size of the main switch, number and size
of service entrance conductors, panel schedules, and single line diagrams;
f. Plumbing and Sewer Plans, including isometrics, underground diagrams,water and waste
diagram, sewer or septic system location, fixture units, gas piping, and heating and air
conditioning; and
g. Planning Department Project Number(DRC2008-00306)clearly identified on the outside of
all plans.
2. Submit two sets of structural calculations, energy conservation calculations, and a soils report. _/ /
Architect's/Engineer's stamp and "wet"signature are required prior to plan check submittal.
3. Contractors must show proof of State and City licenses and Workers'Compensation coverage to
the City prior to permit issuance.
4. Separate permits are required for fencing and/or walls.
H. 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(DRC2008-00306). The applicant shall comply with the latest
adopted California Codes,and all other applicable codes,ordinances,and regulations in effect at
the time of permit application. Contact the Building and Safety Department for availability of the
Code Adoption Ordinance and applicable handouts.
2. Prior to issuance of building permits for a new residential project or major addition,the applicant
shall pay development fees at the established rate. Such fees may include,but are not limited to:
City Beautification Fee, Park Fee, Drainage Fee, Transportation Development Fee, Permit and
Plan Check Fees,Construction and Demolition Diversion Program deposit and fees and School
Fees. Applicant shall provide a copy of the school fees receipt to the Building and Safety
Department prior to permit issuance.
3. Street addresses shall be provided by the Building and Safety Official after tract/parcel map _I_I
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.
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5. Construct trash enclosure(s) per City Standard (available at the Planning Department's public
counter).
6. Submit pool plans to the County of San Bernardino's Environmental Health Services Department
for approval.
I. New Structures
1. Provide compliance with the California Building Code (CBC) for property line clearances
considering use, area, and fire-resistiveness.
2. Provide compliance with the California Building Code for required occupancy separations.
3. Roofing material shall be installed per the manufacturer's "high wind" instructions.
4. Provide draft stops in attic areas, not to exceed 3,000 square feet, in accordance with CBC _/_/_
Section 1505.
5. Provide draft stops in attics in line with common walls.
6. Exterior walls shall be constructed of the required fire rating in accordance with CBC Table 5-A
7. Openings in exterior walls shall be protected in accordance with CBC Table 5-A.
8. If the area of habitable space above the first floor exceeds 3,000 square feet, then the
construction type shall be V-1 Hour minimum.
9. Walls and floors separating dwelling units in the same building shall be not less than 1-hour
fire-resistive construction.
J. 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.
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.
K. Additional Requirements/Comments
1. The project shall fully comply with accessibility requirements of 2001 California Building Code
Chapter 11A(Housing Accessibility).
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APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT, (909) 477-2740, FOR
COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
L. Dedication and Vehicular Access
1. All existing easements lying within future rights-of-way shall be quit-claimed or delineated on the
final map.
M. Street Improvements
1. Pursuant to City Council Resolution No.88-557,no person shall make connections from a source
of energy,fuel or power to any building service equipment which is regulated by technical codes
and for which a permit is required unless, in addition to any and all other codes, regulations and
ordinances, all improvements required by these conditions of development approval have been
completed and accepted by the City Council,except:that in developments containing more than
one building or unit, the development may have energy connections made to a percentage of
those buildings, or units proportionate to the completion of improvements as required by
conditions of approval of development. In no case shall more than 95 percent of the buildings or
units be connected to energy prior to completion and acceptance of all improvements required by
these conditions of approval of development.
2. Construct the following perimeter street improvements including, but not limited to:
Curb 8 A.C. Side- Drive Street Street Comm Median Bike
Street Name Gutter Pvmt walk Appr. Lights Trees Trail Island Trail Other
Church Street X X X X X X I 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.
3. Improvement Plans and Construction:
a. Street improvement plans, including street trees,street lights,and intersection safety lights
on future signal poles, and traffic signal plans shall be prepared by a registered Civil
Engineer and shall be submitted to and approved by the City Engineer. Security shall be
posted and an agreement executed to the satisfaction of the City Engineer and the City
Attorney guaranteeing completion of the public and/or private street improvements,prior to
final map approval or the issuance of building permits, whichever occurs first.
b. Prior to any work being performed in public right-of-way, fees shall be paid and a
construction permit shall be obtained from the City Engineer's Office in addition to any
other permits required.
C. Pavement striping,marking,traffic signing,street name signing,traffic signal conduit,and
interconnect conduit shall be installed to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
d. Signal conduit with pull boxes shall be installed with any new construction or reconstruction
project along major or secondary streets and at intersections for future traffic signals and
interconnect wiring. Pull boxes shall be placed on both sides of the street at 3 feet outside
of BCR, ECR, or any other locations approved by the City Engineer
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Notes:
1) Pull boxes shall be No.6 at intersections and No.5 along streets,a maximum of 200
feet apart, unless otherwise specified by the City Engineer.
2) Conduit shall be 3-inch galvanized steel with pull rope or as specified.
e. Handicapped access ramps shall be installed on all corners of intersections per City
Standards or as directed by the City Engineer.
f. Existing City roads requiring construction shall remain open to traffic at all times with
adequate detours during construction. Street or lane closure permits are required. A cash
deposit shall be provided to cover the cost of grading and paving,which shall be refunded
upon completion of the construction to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
g. Concentrated drainage flows shall not cross sidewalks. Under sidewalk drains shall be
installed to City Standards, except for single family residential lots.
h. Street names shall be approved by the Planning Director prior to submittal for first plan
check.
4. 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.
5. Install street trees per City street tree design guidelines and standards as follows. The completed
legend (box below) and construction notes shall appear on the title page of the street
improvement plans. Street improvement plans shall include a line item within the construction
legend stating: "Street trees shall be installed per the notes and legend on sheet (typically
sheet 1)." Where public landscape plans are required, tree installation in those areas shall be
per the public landscape improvement plans.
The City Engineer reserves the right to adjust tree species based upon field conditions and other
variables. For additional information, contact the Project Engineer.
Min.Grow
Street Name Botanical Name Common Name Space Spacing Size Qty.
Church Street Magnolia grandiflora NCN 3 ft. 20 o.c. 15-gal.
"St. Mary"
Construction Notes for Street Trees:
1) All street trees are to be planted in accordance with City standard plans.
2) Prior to the commencement of any planting,an agronomic soils reportshall be furnished to
the City inspector. Any unusual toxicities or nutrient deficiencies may require backfill soil
amendments, as determined by the City inspector.
3) All street trees are subject to inspection and acceptance by the Engineering Department.
4) Street trees are to be planted per public improvement plans only.
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.
N. Public Maintenance Areas
1. A signed consent and waiver form to join and/or form the appropriate Landscape and Lighting
Districts shall be filed with the City Engineer prior to final map approval or issuance of building
permits whichever occurs first. Formation costs shall be borne by the developer.
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O. 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.
4. Approvals have not been secured from all utilities and other interested agencies involved.
Approval of the final parcel map will be subject to any requirements that may be received from
them.
P. General Requirements and Approvals
1. 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.
2. Prior to finalization of any development phase,sufficient improvement plans shall be completed
beyond the phase boundaries to assure secondary access and drainage protection to the
satisfaction of the City Engineer. Phase boundaries shall correspond to lot lines shown on the
approved tentative map.
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 Fire Protection District
Fire Construction Services
STANDARD CONDITIONS
January 6, 2009
Terra Vista Apartment Homes
SFR/Duplex/Multi-Family Development
N/S of Church &W/O Malaga
SUBTT18710 &DRC2008-00306
THE FOLLOWING STANDARD CONDITIONS APPLY TO THIS PROJECT.
The RCFPD Procedures & Standards which are referenced in this document can be access on the web at site
www.rcfire.M under the Fire Safety Division & Fire Construction Services section.
FSC-1 Public and Private Water Supply
Design guidelines for The Fire Protection water supply must be in accordance with RCFPD Standard 5-10.
FSC-2 Fire Flow
1. The required fire flow for this project will be based on the square footage of the largest building, type of
construction and determined in gallons per minute at a minimum residual pressure of 20-pounds per square
inch. This requirement is made in accordance with the 2007 California Fire Code, as amended by the Fire
District Ordinance.
2. The required minimum fire flow for this project when automatic fire sprinklers are installed can be reduced
by 50-percent.
3. Fire Protection water plans are required for all projects that must extend the existing water supply to or
onto the site. Building permits for the construction of the buildings will not be issued until the public
fire protection water plans are approved by the water and lire districts.
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 (in accordance with RCFPD Standard #5-10)must be obtained prior to
submitting the overhead fire sprinkler system plans. Include a copy of the approved underground plans as
reference with the overhead submittal
FSC-4 Requirements for Automatic Fire Sprinkler Systems
Rancho Cucamonga Fire District Ordinance FD46, the 2007 California Fire Code section 903.2.7 or because of
an approved migration alternative such as:
1. When required fire flow cannot be provided due to inadequate volume or pressure.
2. When the building access does not meet the requirements of the 2007 California Building Code and the
RCFPD Fire Department Access - Fire Lane Standard #5-1.
FSC-5 Fire Alarm System
1. RCFPD Ordinance FD46, the 2007 California Building Code, and/or the California Fire Code section
907.2.8.
2. Prior to the installation of the fire alarm system, Fire Construction Services' approval and a building permit
must be obtained. Plans and specifications shall be submitted to Fire Construction Services in accordance
with RCFPD Fire Alarm Standard 9-3.
FSC-6 Fire District Site Access
Fire District access roadways include public roads, streets and highways, as well as private roads, streets drive
aisles and/or designated fire lanes. Please reference the RCFPD Fire Department Access—Fire Lanes Standard
#5-1 and the 2007 California Fire Code for specific requirements.
3. Access Doorways: Approved doorways, accessible without the use of a ladder, shall be provided in
accordance with the 2007 California Building Code, Fire and/or any other applicable standards.
4. Knox Rapid Entry System: are required in accordance to the RCFPD Residential Vehicular Gate
Standard # 5-3 and the RCFPD Knox Box Installation Standard 5-9.
4. Access Walkways: Hardscaped access walkways shall be provided from the fire apparatus access road to
all required building exterior openings.
5. Residential gates installed across Fire District access roads shall be installed in accordance with RCFPD
Residential Gate Standard #5-3.
6. Fire Lane Identification: Red curbing, pavement marking and/or signage shall identify the fire lanes. A
site plan illustrating the proposed delineation that meets the minimum Fire District standards shall be
included in the architectural plans submitted to B&S for review and approval.
7. Mitigated Fire Department Access: Any approved mitigation measures must be clearly noted on the site
plan. A copy of the approved Alternative Method application, if applicable, must be reproduced on the
architectural plans submitted to B&S for plan review.
6. Roof Access: There shall be a means of fire department access from the exterior walls of the buildings on
to the roofs of all commercial, industrial and multi-family residential structures with roofs less than 75'
above the level of the fire access road in accordance to RCFPD Standard#5-6.
FSC-10 Occupancy and Hazard Control Permits
Listed are those Fire Code permits commonly associated with the business operations and/or building
construction. Plan check submittal is required with the permit application for approval of the permit; field
inspection is required prior to permit issuance. General Use Permit shall be required for any activity or
operation not specifically described below, which in the judgment of the Fire Chief is likely to produce
conditions that may be hazardous to life or property.
• Battery Systems
• Candles and open flames in public assemblies
• Compressed Gases
• Public Assembly
• Cryogenics
• Flammable and Combustible Liquids
• Tents, Canopies and/or Air Supported Structures
• Liquefied Petroleum Gases
• LPG or Gas Fuel Vehicles in Assembly Buildings
FSC-12 Hazardous Materials - Submittal to Fire Construction Services
Plans shall be submitted and approved prior to construction of buildings and/or the installation of equipment
designed to store, use or dispense hazardous materials in accordance with the 2007 California Building, Fire,
Mechanical, Plumbing, Electrical Codes, RCFPD Ordinances FD46 and other implemented and/or adopted
standards.
FSC-13 Alternate Method Application
Fire Construction Services staff and the Fire Marshal will review all requests for alternate method, when
submitted. The request must be submitted on the Fire District "Application for Alternate Method" form along
with supporting documents and payment of the review fee.
FCS-14 Map Recordation
1. RECIPROCAL AGREEMENTS for Fire Department Emergency Access and Water Supply are required
on this project. The project appears to be located on a property that is being subdivided. The reciprocal
agreement is required to be recorded between property owners and the Fire District. The recorded
agreement shall include a copy of the site plan. The Fire Construction Services shall approve the
agreement, prior to recordation. The agreement shall be recorded with the County of San Bernardino,
Recorders Office.
Reciprocal access agreement—Please provide a permanent access agreement between the owners
granting irrevocable and a non-exclusive easement, favoring the Fire District to gain access to the subject
property. The agreement shall include a statement that no obstruction, gate, fence, building or other
structure shall be placed within the dedicated access, without Fire Department approval. The agreement
shall have provisions for emergency situations and the assessing of cost recovery to the property by the
fire District.
Reciprocal water covenant—Please provide a permanent maintenance and service covenant between the
owners granting an irrevocable and non-exclusive easement, favoring the Fire District for the purpose of
accessing and maintaining the private water mains, valves and fire hydrants (fire protection systems
facilities in general). The covenant shall have provisions for emergency situations and the assessing of cost
recovery to the property by the fire District.
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 RCFPD
Standards. 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. Construction Access and Fire Protection Water Supply: The access roads must be paved in accordance
with all the requirements of the RCFPD Fire Lane Standard #9-7. All temporary utilities over access roads
must be installed at least 14' 6" above the finished surface of the road. Please refer to the RCFPD
Standards# 14-1 & 14-2 for the requirements specific to fire protection water supply and fire department
access during construction.
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4. Fire Flow: A current fire flow letter from CCWD must be received. The applicant is responsible for
obtaining the fire flow information from CCWD and submitting the letter to Fire Construction Services.
J. 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.
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 Sprinkler Monitoring: Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, the fire sprinkler
monitoring system must be tested and accepted by Fire Construction Services. The fire sprinkler
monitoring system shall be installed, tested and operational immediately following the completion of the
fire sprinkler system (subject to the release of power).
5. Fire Suppression Systems and/or other special hazard protection systems shall be inspected, tested and
accepted by Fire Construction Services before occupancy is granted and/or equipment is placed in service.
6. Fire Alarm System: Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, the fire alarm system shall be
installed, inspected, tested and accepted by Fire Construction Services.
7. Access Control Gates: Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, vehicular gates must be
inspected, tested and accepted in accordance with RCFPD Standards by Fire Construction Services.
8. 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.
The CC&R's, the reciprocal agreement and/or other approved documents shall be recorded and contain an
approved fire access roadway map with provisions that prohibit parking, specify the method of
enforcement and identifies who is responsible for the required annual inspections and the maintenance of
all required fire access roadways.
9. Address: Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, commercial and multi-family buildings shall
post the building addresses, address monuments, site directories, suite directional signage and suite
designations in accordance to RCFPD Multi-Family Residential Addressing Standard.
10. Hazardous Materials which require use permits from the fire district must be in accordance to the
conditions of the permit.
11. Confidential Business Occupancy Information: The applicant shall complete the Rancho Cucamonga
Fire District "Confidential Business Occupancy Information" form. This form provides contact information
for Fire District use in the event of an emergency at the subject building or property. This form must be
presented to the Fire Construction Services Inspector.
12. Mapping Site Plan: Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, a 8 Yz" x 11" or 11" x 17" site
plan of the site in accordance with RCFPD Standard #13-1 shall be revised by the applicant to reflect the
actual location of all devices and building features as required in the standard. The site plan must be
reviewed and accepted by the Fire Inspector.
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