HomeMy WebLinkAbout13-51 - Resolutions RESOLUTION NO. 13-51
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DEVELOPMENT
REVIEW DRC2013-00530 FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF
12 SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCES ON 3.6 ACRES OF LAND WITHIN THE
LOW RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT OF THE ETIWANDA NORTH SPECIFIC
PLAN, LOCATED AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF DAY CREEK
BOULEVARD AND VINTAGE DRIVE; AND MAKING FINDINGS IN
SUPPORT THEREOF -APN: 0225-161-13.
A. Recitals.
1. FHII, LLC filed an application forthe approval of Development Review DRC2013-00530,
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 23rd day of October 2013, 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 meeting on October 23, 2013, including written and oral staff reports, this
Commission hereby specifically finds as follows:
a. The application applies to the property located at the southwest corner of
Day Creek Boulevard and Vintage Drive with a street frontage of approximately 302 feet and lot
depth of approximately 531 feet and is presently vacant land; and
b. The properties to the north of the subject site across Vintage Drive are existing
single-family residences; the properties to the south consist of existing single-family residences;the
properties to the east across Day Creek Boulevard are existing single-family residences; and the
properties to the west across Saddle Tree Place are existing single-family residences; and
C. The project consists of a Development Review of 12 lots; and
d. The project conforms to the basic Development Standards of the Etiwanda North
Specific Plan with required architectural elevations, slope requirements, and overall project density.
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:
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a. The proposed project is consistent with the objectives of the General Plan by
providing a variety of housing units that are compatible with the surrounding area; and
b. The proposed use is in accord with the objectives of the Development Code and
the purposes of the district in which the site is located by adhering to all setback, height, and density
regulations that govern the area where these homes are being constructed; and
C. The proposed use is in compliance with each of the applicable provisions of the
Development Code in that single-family residences are an approved use within the Low Residential
Zoned District; and
d. The proposed use, together with the conditions applicable thereto, will not be
detrimental to the public health, safety or welfare, or materially injurious to properties or
improvements in the vicinity.
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, the City adopted a Mitigated Negative Declaration in March 13, 2013, in
connection with the City's approval of Tentative Tract Map 18709. Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines
Section 15162, no subsequent or supplemental EIR or Negative Declaration is required in
connection with subsequent discretionary approvals of the same project unless: (i) substantial
changes are proposed to the project that indicate new or more severe impacts on the environment;
(ii)substantial changes have occurred in the circumstances under which the project was previously
reviewed that indicates new or more severe environmental impacts; or(iii)new important information
shows the project will have new or more severe impacts than previously considered; or (iv)
additional mitigation measures are now feasible to reduce impacts or different mitigation measures
can be imposed to substantially reduce impacts.
b. The Planning Commission finds, in connection with the Development Review,that
substantial changes to the project or the circumstances surrounding the project have not occurred
which would create new or more severe impacts than those evaluated in the previous Mitigated
Negative Declaration. The review of the architecture and plotting of the homes for the original tract
map (SUBTT18709) were discussed and anticipated at the time of the original approval. Staff
further finds that the project will not have one or more significant effects not discussed in the
previous Mitigated Negative Declaration, not have more severe effects than previously analyzed,
and that additional or different mitigation measures are not required to reduce the impacts of the
project to a level of less-than-significant. The review of this project has shown that the homes are
compatible in size and plotting as the other homes in the area, and the previous subdivision
(SUBTT18709) adequately analyzed and addressed the potential environmental impacts for
12 single-family dwelling units.
C. Based on these findings and all evidence in the record, the Planning Commission
concurs with the staff determination that no additional environmental review is required pursuant to
CEQA in connection with the City's consideration of the Development Review DRC2013-00530.
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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 Development Review of 12 single-family homes
within Tract 18709. Changes to the plotting, architecture, landscape,
or Grading Plan shall require review and approval by the Planning
Department.
2) The applicant shall adhere to all conditions of approval for
SUBTT18709.
3) The applicant shall implement all mitigation measures adopted for
Tentative Tract Map SUBTT18709, as shown in Planning Commission
Resolution No. 13-0.
4) The applicant shall pay an in lieu of fee of$1,000.00 forthe 12 lots that
do not exceed 20,000 square feet within the Equestrian Overlay perthe
Etiwanda North Specific Plan.
5) Boulders from the project site shall be utilized and integrated as part of
the front yard landscape plan, per the Master Plan Resolution of
Approval.
6) Man doors leading from the garage to the rear yard shall be raised
panel to compliment the architectural style of the residence.
7) Coach light styles that are utilized in the front of the homes shall also
be utilized around the rest of the house to compliment the architectural
style of the residence.
8) The driveways that do not use pavers shall be scored in a horizontal
pattern for additional entryway detail.
Engineering Services Department
1) All pertinent conditions of approval of Planning Commission Resolution
No. 13-11 approving Tentative Tract Map 18709 shall apply.
Grading
1) The applicant shall provide a copy of EPA Form 7520-16 (Inventory of
Injection Wells) with the Facility ID Number assigned to the Building
and Safety Official prior to the issuance of the Grading Permit for any
underground Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) Best
Management Practices (BMPs) deeper than 10 feet.
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2) The conditions of approval for SUBTT18709 are in effect for this
project.
3) Prior to removing fences or walls along common lot lines and prior to
constructing walls along common lot lines,the applicant shall provide a
letter from the adjacent property owner(s) allowing work on the
adjacent property.
4) The land owner shall provide an inspection report on a biennial basis
for the underground infiltration chambers to the City of Rancho
Cucamonga Environmental Program Manager. The land owner shall
maintain on a regular basis as described in the Storm Water Quality
Management Plan prepared for the subject project.All costs associated
with the underground infiltration chamber are the responsibility of the
land owner.
5) Prior to the issuance of a Grading Permit, the applicant shall obtain a
Waste Discharge Identification Number (WDID).
6) A Grading Bond will be required to be submitted to the Building and
Safety Official for review and approval prior to issuance of a
Grading Permit.
7) Prior to the issuance of a Grading Permit, the City of Rancho
Cucamonga Planning Services Department shall approve the project
Landscape Architecture Plan. The Landscaping Plan shall be in
conformance with a project approved Water Quality Management Plan.
8) Prior to the issuance of a Grading Permit, the applicant shall submit the
Codes, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&Rs) to the
Engineering Services Department for approval. The CC&Rs shall
include a listing of the 'Restricted Activities" referenced in the Water
Quality Management Plan (WQMP), Page 16 "Justification for Source
Control BMPs not incorporated into the project WQMP."
9) Prior to the issuance of the Grading Permit, the applicant shall provide
a letter from Cucamonga Valley Water District(CVWD) noting that the
public sewer and water plans are 90 percent (or better) completed.
10) All proposed walls along the south property line of the Tract shall be
designed so as to not add any loading surcharges onto existing
retaining walls for Tract 18032.
11) Prior to the issuance of a Grading Permit, the grading plans shall
provide a specification to fill-in the existing weep holes along the
existing common block wall with Tract 18032 (as shown on the
Grading Plan PMT2011-00556). All storm water discharges shall be
conveyed through the subject Tract and shall not discharge onto any
adjacent private lots within Tract 18032.
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12) A Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) was approved and the
Memorandum of Storm Water Quality Management Plan was recorded
on September 18, 2013.
6. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 23RD DAY OF OCTOBER 2013.
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
BY:
Frances Howdyshell, Chairman
ATTEST:
CandycEourneft, Secretary
I, Candyce Burnett, Secretary of the Planning Commission for 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 23rd day of October 2013, by the following vote-to-wit:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS. FLETCHER, HOWDYSHELL, MUNOZ, OAXACA
NOES: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: WIMBERLY
ABSTAIN: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT
STANDARD CONDITIONS
PROJECT#: DRC2013-00530
SUBJECT: DEVELOPMENT REVIEW
APPLICANT: FHII, LLC
SOUTHWEST CORNER OF DAY CREEK BOULEVARD AND VINTAGE DRIVE —
LOCATION: APN: 0225-161-13
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. 13-51, 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 Manager hearing.
a) Notice of Exemption - $50 X
B. Time Limits
1. Any approval shall expire if Building Permits are not issued or approved use has not
commenced within 5 years from the date of approval or a time extension has been granted.
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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,
the Development Code regulations, and the Etiwanda North Specific 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 Manager.
3. Occupancy of the facilities shall not commence until such time as all California 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 Services Department to show compliance. The buildings shall be inspected for
compliance and final acceptance granted prior to occupancy.
4. Revised Site Plans and building elevations incorporating all Conditions of Approval shall be
submitted for Planning Manager 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, Specific Plans
and/or Master 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
Manager. For single-family residential developments, transformers shall be placed in
underground vaults.
8. Street names shall be submitted for Planning Manager review and approval in accordance
with the adopted Street Naming Policy prior to approval of the final map
9. All building numbers and individual units shall be identified in a clear and concise manner,
including proper illumination and in conformance with Building and Safety Services
Department standards, the Municipal Code and the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Department
(RCFD)Standards.
10. Where corner side, interior side or rear yard property lines are adjacent to local equestrian
trails, construct minimum 6-foot high decorative masonry walls. Decorative masonry shall
mean split-face double sided block, 'slump stone' or an alternative material that is
acceptable to the Design Review Committee.
11. The Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&Rs) shall not prohibit the keeping the
equine animals where zoning requirements for the keeping of said animals have been met.
Individual lot owners in subdivisions shall have the option of keeping said animals without
the necessity of appealing to boards of directors of homeowners' associations for
amendments to the CC&Rs.
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 Services
Department 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.
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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 Manager and Engineering Services
Department review and approved prior to the issuance of Building Permits.
14. Solar access easements shall be dedicated for the purpose of assuming that each lot or
dwelling unit shall have the right to receive sunlight across adjacent lots or units for use of a
solar energy system. The easements may be contained in a Declaration of Restrictions for
the subdivision which shall be recorded concurrently with the recordation of the final map or
issuance of permits, whichever comes first. The easements shall prohibit the casting of
shadows by vegetation, structures, fixtures, or any other object, except for utility wires and
similar objects.
15. The developer shall submit a construction access plan and schedule for the development of
all lots for Planning Manager and Engineering Services Department 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.
16. Six-foot decorative block walls shall be constructed along the project perimeter. If a double
wall condition would result, the developer shall make a good faith effort to work with the
adjoining property owners to provide a single wall. The developer shall notify, by mail, all
contiguous property owners at least 30 days prior to the removal of any existing
walls/fences along the project perimeter.
17. Construct block walls between homes (i.e., along interior side and rear property lines),
rather than wood fencing for permanence, durability, and design consistency.
18. Access gates to the rear yards shall be constructed from a material more durable than wood
gates. Acceptable materials include, but are not limited to, wrought iron and PVC.
19. For residential development, return walls and corner side walls shall be decorative masonry.
20. Slope fencing along side property lines may be wrought iron or black plastic coated chain
link to maintain an open feeling and enhance views.
21. On corner side yards, provide minimum 5-foot setback between walls/fences and sidewalk.
The 5-foot wall/fence setback and the parkway shall have landscape and irrigation in
addition to the required street trees. Detailed landscape and irrigation plans shall be
submitted for Planning Manager review and approval prior to issuance of Building Permits.
The parkway landscaping including trees, shrubs, ground covers and irrigation shall be
maintained by the property owner. The developer shall provide each prospective buyer
written notice of the parkway maintenance requirement, in a standard format as determined
by the Planning Manager, prior to accepting a cash deposit on any property.
22. Where rock cobble is used, it shall be real river rock. Other stone veneers may be
manufactured products.
23. Graffiti shall be removed within 72 hours.
24. 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.
D. Building Design
1. All dwellings shall have the front, side and rear elevations upgraded with architectural
treatment, detailing and increased delineation of surface treatment subject to Planning
Manager review and approval prior to issuance of Building Permits.
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2. 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 Manager. 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.
3. For all residential development, provide conduit from each unit/lot and a pull box to connect
to the street. Provide interior structured wiring for each house/building with minimum
Category 5 copper wire, Radio Grade 6 coaxial cable, and a central distribution panel, prior
to release of occupancy (fiber-to-the building, FTTB). Plans shall be submitted for Planning
Manager and Building Official review and approval prior to issuance of Building Permits.
E. 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 Manager review and approval prior to the
issuance of Building Permits for the development or prior final map approval in the case of a
custom lot subdivision. For development occurring in the Very High Fire Hazard Severity
Zone, the landscape plans will also be reviewed by Fire Construction Services.
2. All private slopes of 5 feet or more in vertical height and of 5:1 or greater slope, but less
than 2:1 slope, shall be, at minimum, irrigated and landscaped with appropriate ground
cover for erosion control. Slope planting required by this section shall include a permanent
irrigation system to be installed by the developer prior to occupancy.
3. All private slopes in excess of 5 feet, but less than 8 feet in vertical height and of 2:1 or
greater slope shall be landscaped and irrigated for erosion control and to soften their
appearance as follows: one 15-gallon or larger size tree per each 150 sq. ft. of slope area,
1-gallon or larger size shrub per each 100 sq. ft. of slope area, and appropriate ground
cover. In addition, slope banks in excess of 8 feet in vertical height and 2:1 or greater slope
shall also include one 5-gallon or larger size tree per each 250 sq. ft. of slope area. Trees
and shrubs shall be planted in staggered clusters to soften and vary slope plane. Slope
planting required by this section shall include a permanent irrigation system to be installed
by the developer prior to occupancy.
4. For single-family residential development, all slope planting and irrigation shall be
continuously maintained in a healthy and thriving condition by the developer until each
individual unit is sold and occupied by the buyer. Prior to releasing occupancy for those
units, an inspection shall be conducted by the Planning Department to determine that they
are in satisfactory condition.
5. Front yard and corner side yard landscaping and irrigation shall be required per the
Development Code. This requirement shall be in addition to the required street trees and
slope planting.
6. The final design of the perimeter parkways, walls, landscaping, and sidewalks shall be
included in the required landscape plans and shall be subject to Planning Manager review
and approval and coordinated for consistency with any parkway landscaping plan which
may be required by the Engineering Services Department.
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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 Services Department.
9. Landscaping and irrigation shall be designed to conserve water through the principles of
water efficient landscaping per Development Code Chapter 17.82.
F. Environmental
1. Noise levels shall be monitored after construction to verify the adequacy of the mitigation
measures. Noise levels shall be monitored by actual noise level readings taken on- and off-
site. A final acoustical report shall be submitted for Planning Manager review and approval
prior to final occupancy release. The final report shall also make recommendations as to
additional mitigation measures to reduce noise levels to below City standards, such as,
residential exterior noise levels to below 60 dBA and interior noise attenuation to below 45
dBA.
2. A final acoustical report shall be submitted for Planning Manager review and approval prior
to the issuance of Building Permits. The final report shall discuss the level of interior noise
attenuation to below 45 CNEL, the building materials and construction techniques provided,
and if appropriate, verify the adequacy of the mitigation measures. The building plans will
be checked for conformance with the mitigation measures contained in the final report.
3. The applicant shall submit certification from an acoustical engineer that all
recommendations of the acoustical report were implemented in construction, including
measurements of interior and exterior noise levels to document compliance with City
standards. Certification shall be submitted to the Building and Safety Services Department
and the Planning Department prior to final occupancy release of the affected homes.
4. Mitigation measures are required for the project. The applicant is responsible for the cost of
implementing said measures, including monitoring and reporting. Applicant shall be
required to post cash, letter of credit, or other forms of guarantee acceptable to the Planning
Manager in the amount of $ 581 prior to the issuance of Building Permits, guaranteeing
satisfactory performance and completion of all mitigation measures. These funds may be
used by the City to retain consultants and/or pay for City staff time to monitor and report on
the mitigation measures. Failure to complete all actions required by the approved
environmental documents shall be considered grounds for forfeit.
G. Other Agencies
1. The applicant shall contact the U.S. Postal Service to determine the appropriate type and
location of mailboxes. Multi-family residential developments shall provide a solid overhead
structure for mailboxes with adequate lighting. The final location of the mailboxes and the
design of the overhead structure shall be subject to Planning Manager review and approval
prior to the issuance of Building Permits.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE BUILDING AND SAFETY SERVICES DEPARTMENT,
(909) 477-2710, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
NOTE: ANY REVISIONS MAY VOID THESE REQUIREMENTS AND NECESSITATE ADDITIONAL
REVIEW(S).
H. Building and Safety VHFHSZ Tract Standard Conditions
NOTE: The construction of this tract must be in accordance with the approved Fire
Protection Plan and/or the California Building; this tract is located in the VHFHSZ.
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General Requirements
1. Submit five complete sets of plans including the following:
a. Site/Plot Plan;
b. Foundation Plan and reverse foundation plan (when applicable);
C. Floor Plan;
d. Roof and Floor Framing Plan and reverse Roof and Floor Framing Plan (when
applicable);
e. Electrical Plans(2 sets, detached) including the size of main switch, number and size
of service entrance conductors, panel schedules, and single line diagrams;
f. Plumbing and Sewer Plans, including isometrics, underground diagrams, water and
waste diagram, sewer or septic system location, fixture units, gas piping, and heating
and air conditioning; and
g. Planning Department Project Number (DRC2013-00530) clearly identified on the
outside of all plans.
2. Submit two sets of structural calculations, two sets of 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 forfencing and/or walls.
5. Developers wishing to participate in the Community Energy Efficiency Program (CEEP) can
contact the Building and Safety Services Department staff for information and submittal
requirements.
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 (DRC2013-00530). 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
Services 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, and School Fees. Applicant shall provide
a copy of the school fees receipt to the Building and Safety Services Department prior to
permit issuance.
3. The Building and Safety Official shall provide street addresses after tract/parcel map
recordation and prior to issuance of Building Permits.
4. Construction activity shall not occur between the hours of 8:00 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. Monday
through Saturday, with no construction on Sunday or holidays.
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New Structures
1. Provide compliance with the California Residential/Code Building Code (CBC/CRC) for —/—/—
property line clearances considering use, area, and fire-resistive construction.
2. Construction of the home must be in accordance with the approved Fire protection Plan —/—/—
and/or Chapter 7A of the CBC; this tract is located in the VHFHSZ.
3. Provide compliance with the California Building Code for required occupancy separations. —/ /-
4. The structures in this tract must be equipped with automatic fire sprinkler in accordance with —/—/—
the approved Fire protection Plan and The California Residential Code.
5. Roofing material shall be installed per the manufacturer's"high wind" instructions. —/—/—
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE POLICE DEPARTMENT, (909) 477-2800, FOR
COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
I. 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. The lighting shall be
consistent around the entire development.
3. The lighting in exterior areas shall be in vandal-resistant fixtures. —/ /—
J. Security Hardware
1. A secondary locking device shall be installed on all sliding glass doors. —/—/-
2. One-inch single cylinder dead bolts shall be installed on all entrance doors. If windows are —/—/—
within 40 inches of any locking device, tempered glass or a double cylinder dead bolt shall
be used.
3. All garage or rolling doors shall have slide bolts or some type of secondary locking devices. —/—/—
K. Windows
1. All sliding glass windows shall have secondary locking devices and should not be able to be —/—/—
lifted from frame or track in any manner.
2. Security/burglar bars are not recommended, particularly in residences, due to the delay or —/ /—
prevention of a speedy evacuation in case of fire.
L. Building Numbering
1. Numbers and the backgrounds shall be of contrasting color and shall be reflective for —/—/—
nighttime visibility.
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M. Alarm Systems
1. Install a burglar alarm system and a panic alarm if needed. Instructing management and —/—/—
employees on the operation of the alarm system will reduce the amount of false alarms and
in turn save dollars and lives.
2. Alarm companies shall be provided with the 24-hour Sheriffs dispatch number: —/ /—
(909) 941-1488.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE FIRE SAFETY DEPARTMENT, FIRE CONSTRUCTION
SERVICES AT, (909) 477-2770, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING
CONDITIONS: The project must comply in design and constructed in accordance with the 2010
California Building and Fire Codes, the RCFPD Ordinance FD50 and the RCFPD Standards. The
RCFPD ordinance, procedures & standards which are referenced in this document can be access on the
web at www.citvofrc.us.
N. Fire Conditions for Single-Family Tracts/Very High Fire Hazard Severity
Zone
FSC-1 Public and Private Water Supply
1. Design guidelines for Fire Hydrants: The following provides design guidelines for the —/—/—
spacing and location of fire hydrants:
a. For single-family residential projects in the designated Hazardous Fire Area, the fire
hydrant design & installation shall be in accordance to RCFPD Policies and
Standards.
b. 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.
C. Provide one fire hydrant for each 1000 gpm of required fire flow or fraction thereof.
FSC-2 Fire Flow
1. The required fire flow for this project will be determined in gallons per minute at a minimum —/—/—
residual pressure of 20-pounds per square inch. This requirement is made in accordance
with Fire Code Appendix B, as adopted by the Fire District Ordinances. The Fire flow has
been established in the approved FPP
2. Public fire hydrants located within a 500-foot radius of the proposed project may be used to —/—/—
provide the required fire flow subject to Fire District review and approval. Private fire
hydrants on adjacent property shall not be used to provide required fire flow.
3. Fire service plans are required for all projects that must extend the existing water supply to —/—/
or onto the site. Building Permits will not be issued until fire service plans are
approved.
On all Site Plans to be submitted for review, show all fire hydrants located within 600-feet of the
proposed project site.
FCS-3 Fire Access Roadway
1. Public and private roads shall be improved as approved by the fire district in the Fire —/—/—
Protection plan before an occupancy release can be granted by the Fire District
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FSC-4 Hazardous Fire Area
This project is located within the "State Responsibility Area" (SRA), the "Very High Fire Hazard
Severity Zone" (VHFHSZ), City of Rancho Cucamonga "Hillside District", and/or within the area
identified on the Rancho Cucamonga General Plan, Exhibit V-7 as High Probability-High
Consequence for Fire Risk. These locations have been determined to be within the "Hazardous
Fire Area" as defined by the Fire District. The Hazardous Fire Area is based on maps produced
by the California Department of Forestry as adopted by the RCFPD.
1. Hazard Reduction Plans: The applicant shall prepare a Fire Protection Plan and obtain
approval of the plan by RCFPD. The FPP addresses the following:
a. Fire protection water supply
b. Fire resistive non-combustible roof assemblies
c. Fuel Modification by vegetation management
d. Fire District access roadways
e. Ignition resistive construction and protection of openings
f. Fire sprinkler systems
g. Fire flow criteria
h. For construction requirements in the "Hazard Fire Area" refer to the current editions of
the CBC Chapter 7A, The California Residential Code, the RCFPD Ordinance, and the
applicable, standards and policies.
2. The architectural plans for the construction of the buildings must be in accordance with the
current editions of the CBC Chapter 7A, The California Residential Code, the RCFPD
Ordinance, the applicable standards and policies, the County of San Bernardino's
Development Code and the approved Fire Protection Plan.
3. Mobile, stationary or portable power-operated equipment in the Hazardous Fire Area shall
not be used without the Fire Safety Division's written approval. Specific fire protection
measures that may be required to mitigate the hazard include, but are not limited to:
a. A stand-by water tender, equipped with a pump,fire hose and nozzle.
b. Pre-wetting of the site to avoid the production of sparks between blades or tracks and
rocks.
c. Conducting a fire watch for a minimum of one-hour following the cessation of operations
each day.
d. For welding, cutting or grinding work, dear away all combustible material from the area
around such operation for a minimum distance of 10-feet. A"hot-work" permit must be
obtained from Fire Construction Services prior to cutting, welding or grinding work.
e. Maintain one serviceable round point shovel with an overall length of not less than
forty-six (46) inches and one five (5) gallon backpack water pump-type fire extinguisher
fully equipped and ready for use at the immediate area during the operation.
FCS-5 Prior to the issuance of a Building Permit the applicant shall record the approved Fire
Protection plan with the county's recorded office.
FCS-6 Prior to the issuance of any Certificate of Occupancy, the property must be inspected and
accepted by the Fire District staff. Schedule the inspection with Fire Construction Services at
909-477-2713.
FSC-7 Single-family Residential Sales Model homes require approved Fire District vehicle access
and water supply from a public or private water main system before construction.
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FCS-8 Fire Sprinklers: The Current editions of Rancho Cucamonga Fire District Ordinance, the —/—/—
California Residential Code and/or any other applicable standards require an approved automatic fire
sprinkler system to be installed in all Buildings with R and U occupancy fire areas. All structures must
be equipped with automatic fire sprinklers in accordance with NFPA 13D, 13R or 13.
FCS-9 Annexation of the parcel map: Annexation of the parcel into the Community Facilities —/—/—
District#85-1 or#88-1 is required prior to the issuance of grading or Building Permits.
FSC-10 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.
Chronological Summary of RCFPD Standard Conditions
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 must be installed tested and final by FCS.
5. 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.
6. Address: Prior to the granting of occupancy, single-family dwellings shall post the address
with noncombustible 4-inch tall numbers on a contrasting background. The numbers shall
be internally or externally illuminated during periods of darkness. The numbers shall be
visible from the street. When building setback from the public roadway exceeds 100-feet,
additional 4-inch numbers shall be displayed at the property entry.
7. The Fire Protection Plan: The approved plans shall be recorded with the county recorder's —/—/—
office.
8. Vegetation Management: The landscaping shall be installed and/or modified in accordance
with approved FPP and or the RCFPD Standard.
9. All requirements of the FPP or the RCFPD Standard must be completed before an —/—/—
occupancy release may be granted.
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