HomeMy WebLinkAbout10-03 - Resolutions RESOLUTION NO. 10-03
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA,APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT DRC2009-00308 - INO CRUZ (FOR ARCO), A PROPOSAL TO
CONSTRUCT AN AUTOMATIC CAR WASH, RELOCATE AN EXISTING
TRASH ENCLOSURE, AND RELOCATE A PREVIOUSLY APPROVED
HEALY TANK AT AN EXISTING ARCO GAS SERVICE STATION AND
CONVENIENCE STORE IN THE COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL (CC)
DISTRICT,TERRA VISTA PLANNED COMMUNITY(TVPC), LOCATED AT
11768 FOOTHILL BOULEVARD AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT
THEREOF — APN: 0227-151-41. RELATED FILE: CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT 96-14.
A. Recitals.
1. Ino Cruz, on behalf of Atlantic Richfield Corporation (ARCO), filed an application for the
issuance of Conditional Use Permit DRC2009-00308, as described in the title of this Resolution.
Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Conditional Use Permit request is referred to as
"the application."
2. On the 10th day of February 2010, the Planning Commission of the City of
Rancho Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public hearing on said application and concluded
said hearing on that date.
3. All legal prerequisites prior to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred.
B. Resolution.
NOW, THEREFORE, it is hereby found, determined, and resolved by the
Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga as follows:
1. This Commission hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals,
Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct.
2. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the
above-referenced public hearing on February 10, 2010, including written and oral staff reports,
together with public testimony, this Commission hereby specifically finds as follows:
a. The application applies to a developed parcel of land located at the northeast
corner of Foothill Boulevard and Masi Drive—APN: 0227-151-41. The parcel has an overall area of
approximately 49,110 square feet(1.13 acre);and
b. The street frontage (east-to-west) of the parcel along Foothill Boulevard is
approximately 200 feet and the depth (north-to-south)of the parcel is approximately 217 feet; and
C. To the west of the site is a fast food restaurant and to the east are two (2) retail
buildings. To the south is the 26-acre Masi commercial center. To the north it is vacant; and
d. The applicant proposes to construct an automated car wash with a floor area of
approximately 1,000 square feet at the northeast corner of the project site; and
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February 10, 2010
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e. The construction of the new car wash will require the relocation of the trash
enclosure elsewhere on the site and the relocation of the outdoor Healy Tank Enhanced Vapor
Recovery(EVR) system to the interior of the new building; and
f. The proposed car wash will be an added service to an existing service station that
is operated by ARCO and was previously reviewed and approved by the Planning Commission on
August 14, 1996, (Related File: Conditional Use Permit 96-14). Per the Terra Vista Community
Plan, Page V-21, car washes are permitted in the Community Commercial District within the
Terra Vista Plan; and
g. The hours of operations for this carwash will be the same as the gas
station/convenience store which operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week; and
h. The car wash will not require any new employees as the facility is fully automated;
and
i. The applicant is required to provide thirteen (13) parking stalls for the gas
station/convenience store. There are currently fourteen (14) on the site. The new carwash will
require the removal of five(5)parking stalls. The applicant will construct four(4)new parking stalls
elsewhere on the site resulting in a net loss of one (1) parking stall. Additional parking is not
required for the new car wash.
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 car wash is in accord with the General Plan, the objectives of the
Development Code,Terra Vista Community Plan, and the purposes of the district in which the site is
located. The proposed project is to construct an automated car wash and is consistent with
development in the vicinity.
b. The proposed car wash, 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. The surrounding properties are zoned commercial and the surrounding
uses are commercial-oriented.
C. The proposed development complies with each of the applicable provisions of the
Development Code. The proposed car wash meets all standards outlined in the Development
Code, Terra Vista Community Plan, and the design and development standards and policies of the
Planning Commission and the City.
4. The Planning Department staff has determined that the project is categorically exempt
from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the City's CEQA
Guidelines. The project qualifies as a Class 3 exemption under State CEQA Guidelines
Section 15303- New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures-as the proposed structure is
less than 2,500 square feet in floor area. In addition, there is no substantial evidence that the
project may have a significant effect on the environment. The Planning Commission has reviewed
the Planning Department's determination of exemption, and based on its own independent
judgment, concurs in the staffs determination of exemption.
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February 10, 2010
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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 construction of an automatic car wash with a floor
area of 1,000 square feet at an existing ARCO gas station/convenience
store in the Community Commercial(CC)District,Terra Vista Planned
Community (TVPC) located at 11768 Foothill Boulevard;
APN: 0227-151-41.
2) Approval of this request shall not waive compliance with any sections
of the Development Code, State Fire Marshal's regulations, Uniform
Building Code, or any other City Ordinances.
3) The car wash shall be operated in conformance with the performance
standards as defined in the Development Code, including, but not
limited to, noise levels. If operation of the car wash causes adverse
effects upon the gas station/convenience store, and/or adjacent
businesses or operations, then the Conditional Use Permit shall be
brought before the Planning Commission for consideration and
possible revocation of the Conditional Use Permit.
4) Any modification or intensification of the existing uses; any
improvements including new building construction; and/or other
modifications/intensification beyond what is specifically approved by
this Conditional Use Permit shall require the review and approval by
the Planning Director or Planning Commission prior to submittal of
documents for plan check/occupancy,construction,commencement of
the activity, and/or issuance of a business license.
5) Outdoor storage of sales products, supplies, materials,and equipment
is prohibited.
6) The windows on the west elevation of the car wash building shall be
one-way vision glass that restricts visibility of the interior of the car
wash from the outside.
7) The overhead trellis at the south and north sides of the building shall
be constructed of polyvinyl chloride (PVC).
8) Downspouts shall not be visible from the exterior on any elevations of
the building. All downspouts shall be routed through the interior of the
building walls.
9) Signs identifying products, advertising services, or identifying the car
wash building as "car wash" are not permitted. Signs required by
Federal, State, or local agencies are exempt.
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February 10, 2010
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10) All walls, including retaining walls, exposed to public view shall be
constructed of decorative masonry block such as slump-stone or
stack-stone, or have a decorative finish such as stucco.
11) A 3-foot high planter wall shall be constructed and landscaping
installed along the south side of the drive aisle that leads to the
entrance of the car wash. The walls of the planter shall be constructed
of decorative block or finished to match the existing building.
12) Landscaping shall be installed prior to release for occupancy.
Building and Safety
1) The installation of the EVR and the foundation surcharge design of the
carwash building must be approved by the county of San Bernardino
Fire Department before obtaining Building & Safety plan check
approval.
6. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify the adoption of this Resolution.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 10TH DAY OF FEBRUARY 2010.
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
BY: _
Richard B. Fletcher, Chairman
ATTEST: It R. JU,.VA/
ja . Troyer, AICP, Secre ary
I, James 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 10th day of February 2010, by the following vote-to-wit:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS: FLETCHER, HOWDYSHELL, MUNOZ, OAXACA, WIMBERLY
NOES: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT
STANDARD CONDITIONS
PROJECT #: DRC2009-00308
SUBJECT: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
APPLICANT: INO CRUZ (FOR ARCO)
LOCATION: 11768 FOOTHILL BOULEVARD -APN: 0227-151-41
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. 10-03, 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) Notice of Exemption -$50 X
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B. Time Limits
1. Conditional Use Permit approval shall expire if building permits are not issued or approved use
has not commenced within 5 years from the date of approval. No extensions are allowed.
C. Site Development
1. The site shall be developed and maintained in accordance with the approved plans which include
site plans, architectural elevations, exterior materials and colors,landscaping,sign program,and
grading on file in the Planning Department, the conditions contained herein, 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. 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.
D. Shopping Centers
1. Graffiti shall be removed within 72 hours.
2. The entire site shall be kept free from trash and debris at all times and in no event shall trash and
debris remain for more than 24 hours.
3. Signs shall be conveniently posted for"no overnight parking"and for"employee parking only."
4. All operations and businesses shall be conducted to comply with the following standards which
shall be incorporated into the lease agreements for all tenants:
a. Noise Level - All commercial activities shall not create any noise that would exceed an
exterior noise level of 60 dB during the hours of 10 p.m. until 7 a.m. and 65 dB during the
hours of 7 a.m. until 10 p.m.
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b. Loading and Unloading-No person shall cause the loading, unloading,opening,closing,or
other handling of boxes, crates, containers, building materials, garbage cans, or other
similar objects between the hours of 10 p.m.and 7 a.m. unless otherwise specified herein,
in a manner which would cause a noise disturbance to a residential area.
E. Building Design
1. 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.
2. For commercial and industrial projects, paint roll-up doors and service doors to match main
building colors.
F. 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. All parking spaces shall be double striped per City standards and all driveway aisles, entrances,
and exits shall be striped per City standards.
G. Landscaping
1. Within parking lots, trees shall be planted at a rate of one 15-gallon tree for every three parking
stalls.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE BUILDING AND SAFETY DEPARTMENT, (909)477-2710,
FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
NOTE: ANY REVISIONS MAY VOID THESE REQUIREMENTS AND NECESSITATE ADDITIONAL REVIEW(S)
H. General Requirements
1. Submit five complete sets of plans including the following:
a. Site/Plot Plan;
b. Foundation Plan;
C. Floor Plan;
d. Ceiling and Roof Framing Plan;
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e. Electrical Plans (2 sets, detached) including the size of the main switch, number and size
of service entrance conductors, panel schedules, and single line diagrams;
f. Plumbing and Sewer Plans, including isometrics, underground diagrams,water and waste
diagram, sewer or septic system location, fixture units, gas piping, and heating and air
conditioning; and
g. Planning Department Project Number (i.e., DRC2009-00308) 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.
5. Business shall not open for operation prior to posting the Certificate of Occupancy issued by the
Building and Safety Department.
I. Site Development
1. Plans shall be submitted for plan check and approved prior to construction. All plans shall be
marked with the project file number(i.e., DRC2009-00308). 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 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,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 permits issuance.
3. Street addresses shall be provided by the Building and Safety Official after tract/parcel map
recordation and prior to issuance of building permits.
4. Construct trash enclosure(s) per City Standard (available at the Planning Department's public
counter).
J. New Structures
1. Provide compliance with the California Building Code (CBC) for property line clearances
considering use, area, and fire-resistiveness.
2. Provide compliance with the California Building Code for required occupancy separations.
3. Provide draft stops in attic areas.
4. Exterior walls shall be constructed of the required fire rating in accordance with CBC.
5. Openings in exterior walls shall be protected in accordance with CBC.
6. Upon tenant improvement plan check submittal, additional requirements may be needed.
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K. Grading
1. Grading of the subject property shall be in accordance with California Building Code,City Grading
Standards, and accepted grading practices. The final grading plan shall be in substantial
conformance with the approved grading plan.
2. A soils report shall be prepared by a qualified engineer licensed by the State of California to
perform such work.
3. A geological report shall be prepared by a qualified engineer or geologist and submitted at the
time of application for grading plan check.
4. 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.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE POLICE DEPARTMENT, (909) 477-2800, FOR
COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
L. Security Lighting
1. All parking, common, and storage areas shall have minimum maintained 1-foot candle power.
These areas should be lighted from sunset to sunrise and on photo sensored cell.
2. All buildings shall have minimal security lighting to eliminate dark areas around the buildings,with _/_/_
direct lighting to be provided by all entryways. Lighting shall be consistent around the entire
development.
3. Lighting in exterior areas shall be in vandal-resistant fixtures.
M. Building Numbering
1. Numbers and the backgrounds shall be of contrasting color and shall be reflective for nighttime
visibility.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE FIRE SAFETY DEPARTMENT, FIRE PROTECTION
PLANNING SERVICES AT, (909) 477-2770, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING
CONDITIONS:
SEE ATTACHED
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,o.„`-° Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection
District
- Fire Construction Services
STANDARD CONDITIONS
October 15, 2009
Arco
New Car Wash Building
11768 Foothill Blvd.
DRC2009-00308
THE FOLLOWING STANDARD CONDITIONS APPLY TO THIS PROJECT
The installation of the EVR and the foundation surcharge design of the car-wash
building must be approved by the county of San Bernardino Fire Department
before obtaining RCFPD plan check approval.
The RCFPD Procedures & Standards which are referenced in this document can be access on the
web at http://www.ci.rancho-cucamonoa.ca.us/fire/index.htm under the Fire Safety Division & Fire
Construction Services section. Search by article; the preceding number of the standard refers to
the article. Chose the appropriate article number then a drop down menu will appear, select the
corresponding standard.
FSC-1 Public and Private Water Supply is existing
1. Design guidelines for Fire Hydrants: The following provides design guidelines for the
spacing and location of fire hydrants:
a. The maximum distance between fire hydrants in commercial/industrial projects is 300-
feet. No portion of the exterior wall shall be located more than 150-feet from an
approved fire hydrant. For cul-de-sacs, the distance shall not exceed 100-feet.
b. The preferred locations for fire hydrants are:
1. At the entrance(s) to a commercial, industrial or residential project from the public
roadways.
2. At intersections.
3. On the right side of the street, whenever practical and possible.
4. As required by the Fire Safety Division to meet operational needs of the Fire
District.
5. 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 gpm of required fire flow or fraction thereof.
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 Roadways Standard.
I. Location of Access: All portions of the structures Is` story exterior wall shall be located
within 150-feet of Fire District vehicle access, measure on an approved route around the
exterior of the building. Landscaped areas, unpaved changes in elevation, gates and fences
are deemed obstructions.
2. Specifications for private Fire District access roadways per the RCFPD Standards are:
a. The minimum unobstructed width is 26-feet.
b. The maximum inside turn radius shall be 24-feet.
c. The minimum outside turn radius shall be 50-feet.
d. The minimum radius for cul-de-sacs is 45-feet.
e. The minimum vertical clearance is 14-feet, 6-inches.
f At any private entry median, the minimum width of traffic lanes shall be 20-feet on
each side.
g. The angle of departure and approach shall not exceed 9-degrees or 20 percent.
h. The maximum grade of the driving surface shall not exceed 12%.
i. Support a minimum load of 70,000 pounds gross vehicle weight (GVW).
j. Trees and shrubs planted adjacent to the fire lane shall be kept trimmed to a minimum
of 14-feet, 6-inches from the ground up. Vegetation shall not be allowed to obstruct
Fire Department apparatus.
4. Access Walkways: Hardscaped access walkways shall be provided from the fire apparatus
access road to all required building exterior openings.
7. Fire Lane Identification: Red curbing 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 approval.
8. Approved 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.
a. This access must be reachable by either fire department ground ladders or by an aerial
ladder.
b. A minimum of one ladder point with a fixed ladder shall be provided in buildings with
construction features, or high parapets that inhibit roof access.
c. The number of ladder points may be required to be increased, depending on the building
size and configuration.
d. Regardless of the parapet height or construction features the approved ladder point shall
be identified in accordance to the roof access standard.
e. Where the entire roof access is restricted by high parapet walls or other obstructions, a
permanently mounted access ladder is required.
f Multiple access ladders may be required for larger buildings.
g. Ladder construction must be in accordance with the RCFPD Roof Access Standard
Appendix A.
h. A site plan showing the locations of the roof ladder shall be submitted during plan
check.
i. Ladder points shall face a fire access roadway(s).
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.
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• Compressed Gases
• Repair Garages
Tents, Canopies and/or Air Supported Structures
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 FD46and
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 $92 review fee.
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. Construction Access: The access roads must be paved in accordance with all the
requirements of the RCFPD Fire Lane Standard. All temporary utilities over access roads
must be installed at least 14' 6" above the finished surface of the road.
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 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.
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4. Address: Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, commercial/industrial and
multi-family buildings shall post the address in accordance to the appropriate RCFPD
addressing Standard.
5. Hazardous Materials: The applicant must obtain inspection and acceptance by Fire
Construction Services.
6. 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.
7. 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 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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