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HomeMy WebLinkAbout00-40 - Resolutions RESOLUTION NO. 00-40 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 99-64 FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF 4 SINGLE-FAMILY LOTS IN THE ETIWANDA OVERLAY DISTRICT (4-8 DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE) WITHIN THE ETIWANDA SPECIFIC PLAN, LOCATED ON THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF BASE LINE ROAD AND ETIWANDA AVENUE, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF-APN: 227-171-004. A. Recitals. 1. John Laing Homes has filed an application for the issuance of Conditional Use Permit 99-64, 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 26th day of April, 2000, 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 on April 26, 2000, including written and oral staff reports, together with public testimony, this Commission hereby specifically finds as follows: a. The application applies to property located at the southwest corner of Base Line Road and Etiwanda Avenue with a street frontage of approximately 1,290 feet and lot depth of approximately 660 feet; and b. The property to the north of the subject site has been developed with single-family homes, the property to the west has a 40 lot subdivision proposed, and the property to the east and south is vacant ; and C. The architectural design and the lot sizes and dimensions are compatible with the Low-Medium District and Etiwanda Avenue Overlay District of the Etiwanda Specific Plan; and d. The lots along Etiwanda Avenue will accommodate the design for front-on homes; and e. The streetscape including front yard landscaping, walls, and fencing is consistent with the intent of the Etiwanda Avenue Overlay District. PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 00-40 CUP 99-64—JOHN LAING HOMES April 26, 2000 Page 2 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 use is in accord with the General Plan, the objectives of the Development Code, and the purposes of the Etiwanda Specific Plan in which the site is located. b. 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. C. The proposed use complies with each of the applicable provisions of the Development Code and the Etiwanda Specific Plan. 4. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth in paragraphs 1, 2, and 3 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 Division 1) All conditions of approval for Tentative Tract 15947, Conditional Use Permit 99-03, and Tree Removal Permit 99-05 shall apply. 2) Provide a Community Entry with special landscaping per Figure 5-11 of the Etiwanda Specific Plan, at the southwest corner of Base Line Road and Etiwanda Avenue. Placement of preserved Palm trees shall be used in the rear yard of Lot 12 as part of the entry treatment. 3) Decorative perimeter wall along Base Line Road shall incorporate large river rock stone pilasters in its design, a minimum of 30 inches by 30 inches. 4) Special "enhanced architecture"should be given to lots that side or rear onto Base Line Road. Consideration shall be given to include a mixture of second-story pop-outs; greater use of window mullions, shutters, pot shelves, and second story decks. 5) This approval is granted subject to the approval of a Minor Exception request to reduce the 25-foot minimum setback wall along Base Line Road to 22.5 feet. Engineering Division 1) All applicable conditions of Tentative Tract 15947, approved in Planning Resolution Number 99-94, shall apply. 5. The Acting Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution. PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 00-40 CUP 99-64—JOHN LAING HOMES April 26, 2000 Page 3 APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 26TH DAY OF APRIL 2000 PLANNING COM ISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA r BY: - K21 Mz j )/)/;1 C- arty T iel, Chairman ATTEST: an Coleman, Acting Secretary I, Dan Coleman, Acting Secretary of the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly and regularly introduced, passed and adopted by the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission held on the 26th day of April 2000, by the following vote-to-wit: AYES: COMMISSIONERS: MACIAS, MANNERINO, MCNIEL, STEWART, TOLSTOY NOES: COMMISSIONERS: NONE ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: NONE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT STANDARD CONDITIONS PROJECT #: Development Review 99-78 and Conditional Use Permit 99-64 SUBJECT: 31 Single Family Homes APPLICANT: John Laing Homes LOCATION: SWC of Etiwanda Avenue and Base Line Road ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT. APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE PLANNING DIVISION, (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. A copy of the signed Resolution of Approval or City Planner's letter of approval, and all Standard Conditions, shall be included in legible form on the grading plans, building and construction plans, and landscape and irrigation plans submitted for plan check. B. Time Limits 1. Conditional Use Permit, Variance, or Development/Design Review approval shall expire if f 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 Division, the conditions contained herein, Development Code regulations, and the Etiwanda Overlay District within the Etiwanda Specific Plan. SC-2-00 1 i v Project No. DR 99-78 &CUP 99-64 Completion Date 2., Prior to any use of the project site or business activity being commenced thereon, all Conditions of Approval shall be completed to the satisfaction of the City Planner. 3. Occupancy of the facilities shall not commence until such time as all Uniform Building Code and State Fire Marshal regulations have been complied with. Prior to occupancy, plans shall --- be submitted to the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District and the Building and Safety Division to show compliance. The buildings shall be inspected for compliance prior to occupancy. 4. Revised site plans and building elevations incorporating all Conditions of Approval shall be submitted for City Planner review and approval prior to the issuance of building permits. --- 5. All site, grading, landscape, irrigation, and street improvement plans shall be coordinated for consistency prior to issuance of any permits (such as grading, tree removal, encroachment, --- building, etc.) or prior to final map approval in the case of a custom lot subdivision, or approved use has commenced, whichever comes first. 6. Approval of this request shall not waive compliance with all sections of the Development / f Code, all other applicable City Ordinances, and applicable Community or Specific Plans in --- effect at the time of building permit issuance. 7. All ground-mounted utility appurtenances such as transformers, AC condensers, etc., shall be located out of public view and adequately screened through the use of a combination of --- concrete or masonry walls, berming, and/or landscaping to the satisfaction of the City Planner. For single family residential developments, transformers shall be placed in underground vaults. 8. Street names shall be submitted for City Planner 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. --- 10. 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 --- Divisions 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 Division 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. 11. All parkways, open areas, and landscaping shall be permanently maintained by the property / owner, homeowners' association, or other means acceptable to the City. Proof of this --- landscape maintenance shall be submitted for City Planner and City Engineer review and approved prior to the issuance of building permits. 12. The developer shall submit a construction access plan and schedule for the development of all lots for City Planner and City Engineer approval; including, but not limited to, public notice --- requirements, special street posting, phone listing for community concerns, hours of construction activity, dust control measures, and security fencing. 13. Six-foot decorative block walls shall be constructed along the project perimeter. If a double wall condition would result, the developer shall make a good faith effort to work with the --- adjoining property owners to provide a single wall. Developer shall notify, by mail, all contiguous property owner at least 30 days prior to the removal of any existing walls/ fences along the project's perimeter. SC—2-00 2 Project No. DR 99-78 &CDP 99-64 Completion Date 14. For single family residential development, a 2-inch galvanized pipe shall be attached to each support post for all wood fences, with a minimum of two Y:-inch lag bolts, to withstand high --- winds. Both post and pipe shall be installed in an 18-inch deep concrete footing. Pipe shall extend at least 4 feet, 6 inches above grade. 15. Wood fencing shall be treated with stain, paint, or water sealant. 16. Slope fencing along side property lines may be wrought iron or black plastic coated chain link to maintain an open feeling and enhance views. --- 17. On corner side yards, provide minimum 5-foot setback between walls/fences and sidewalk. 18. For residential development, return walls and corner side walls shall be decorative masonry. 19. Where rock cobble is used, it shall be real river rock. Other stone veneers may be manufactured products. D. Building Design 1. All roof appurtenances, including air conditioners and other roof mounted equipment and/or projections, shall be shielded from view and the sound buffered from adjacent properties and --- streets as required by the Planning Division. Such screening shall be architecturally integrated with the building design and constructed to the satisfaction of the City Planner. Details shall be included in building plans. E. Landscaping 1. A detailed landscape and irrigation plan, including slope planting and model home landscaping in the case of residential development, shall be prepared by a licensed --- landscape architect and submitted for City Planner review and approval prior to the issuance of building permits or prior final map approval in the case of a custom lot subdivision. 2. Existing trees required to be preserved in place shall be protected with a construction barrier in accordance with the Municipal Code Section 19.08.110, and so noted on the grading plans. The location of those trees to be preserved in place and new locations for transplanted trees shall be shown on the detailed landscape plans. The applicant shall follow all of the arborist's recommendations regarding preservation, transplanting, and trimming methods. 3. 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 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 Division to determine that they are in satisfactory condition. SC—2-00 3 Project No. DR 99-78 8 CUP 99-84 Completion Date 6. Front yard and corner side yard landscaping and irrigation shall be required per the I_I_ Development Code and/or Etiwanda Specific Plan. This requirement shall be in addition to the required street trees and slope planting. 7. The final design of the perimeter parkways, walls, landscaping, and sidewalks shall be I I included in the required landscape plans and shall be subject to City Planner review and --- approval and coordinated for consistency with any parkway landscaping plan which may be required by the Engineering Division. 8. Landscaping and irrigation systems required to be installed within the public right-of-way on I I the perimeter of this project area shall be continuously maintained by the developer. --- 9. All walls shall be provided with decorative treatment. If located in public maintenance areas, I I the design shall be coordinated with the Engineering Division. --- 10. Tree maintenance criteria shall be developed and submitted for City Planner review and I I approval prior to issuance of building permits. These criteria shall encourage the natural --- growth characteristics of the selected tree species. F. Environmental 1. Mitigation measures are required for the project. The applicant is responsible for the cost of I I implementing said measures, including monitoring and reporting. Applicant shall be required --- to post cash, letter of credit, or other forms of guarantee acceptable to the City Planner in the amount of $ 719, 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. 2. In those instances requiring long term monitoring (i.e.) beyond final certificate of occupancy), I I the applicant shall provide a written monitoring and reporting program to the City Planner --- prior to issuance of building permits. Said program shall identify the reporter as an individual qualified to know whether the particular mitigation measure has been implemented. G. Other Agencies 1. The applicant shall contact the U.S. Postal Service to determine the appropriate type and I I location of mail boxes. Multi-family residential developments shall provide a solid overhead --- structure for mail boxes with adequate lighting. The final location of the mail boxes and the design of the overhead structure shall be subject to City Planner review and approval prior to the issuance of building permits. APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE BUILDING AND SAFETY DIVISION, (909) 477-2710, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: H. General Requirements 1. Submit five complete sets of plans including the following: I I 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; SC—2-00 4 Project No. DR 99-78 &CUP 99-64 Completion Date 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 Division Project Number (i.e., TT #, CUP #, DR #, etc.) 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. Separate permits are required for fencing and/or walls. / / 4. Contractors must show proof of State and City licenses and Workers' Compensation coverage to the City prior to permit issuance. --- 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., CUP 98-01). The applicant shall comply with the --- latest adopted Uniform Building Code, Uniform Mechanical Code, Uniform Plumbing Code, National Electric Code, Title 24 Accessibility requirements, and all other applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations in effect at the time of permit application. Please contact the Building and Safety Division for availability of the Code Adoption Ordinance and applicable handouts. 2. Prior to issuance of building permits for a new residential dwelling unit(s) or major addition to existing unit(s), 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 Checking Fees, and School Fees. Applicant shall provide a copy of the school fees receipt to the Building and Safety Division prior to permit issuance. 3. Street addresses shall be provided by the Building Official, 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. --- J. New Structures 1. Provide compliance with the Uniform Building Code for required occupancy separation(s). f / 2. Roofing material shall be installed per the manufacturer's"high wind" instructions. K. Grading 1. Grading of the subject property shall be in accordance with the Uniform 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 plans shall be completed and approved prior to issuance of building permits. SC-2-00 5 Project No. DR 99.78 8 CUP 99-64 Comple8on Date APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE ENGINEERING DIVISION, (909) 477-2740, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: L. Dedication and Vehicular Access 1. Private drainage easements for cross-lot drainage shall be provided and shall be delineated or noted on the final map. --- APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE FIRE PREVENTION/NEW CONSTRUCTION UNIT, (909)477-2730, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: M. General Fire Protection Conditions 1. Mello Roos Community Facilities District requirements shall apply to this project. The developer shall commence, participate in, and consummate or cause to be commenced, --- participated in, or consummated, a Mello-Roos Community Facilities District (CFD) for the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District to finance construction and/or maintenance of a fire station to serve the development. The CFD shall be formed by the District and the developer by the time recordation of the final map occurs. 2. Fire flow requirement shall be: 1750 gallons per minute, Per '97 UFC Appendix III-A, 3, (b) (Increase). ——— a. A fire flow shall be conducted by the builder/developer and witnessed by fire department personnel prior to water plan approval. b. For the purpose of final acceptance, an additional fire flow test of the on-site hydrants shall be conducted by the builder/developer and witnessed by fire department personnel after construction and prior to occupancy. 3. Fire hydrants are required. All required public or on-site fire hydrants shall be installed, flushed, and operable prior to delivery of any combustible building materials on site (i.e., --- lumber, roofing materials, etc.). Hydrants flushing shall be witnessed by fire department personnel. 4. Existing fire hydrant locations shall be provided prior to water plan approval. Required hydrants, if any, will be determined by the Fire District. Fire District standards require a 6- inch riser with a 4-inch and a 2-1/2-inch outlet. Substandard hydrants shall be upgraded to meet this standard. Contact the Fire Safety Division for specifications on approved brands and model numbers. 5. Prior to the issuance of building permits for combustible construction, evidence shall be submitted to the Fire District that an approved temporary water supply for fire protection is --- available, pending completion of the required fire protection system. 6. Hydrant reflective markers (blue dots) shall be required for all hydrants and installed prior to / / final inspection. --- Note: Special sprinkler densities are required for such hazardous operations as woodworking, plastics manufacturing, spray painting, flammable liquids storage, high piled stock, etc. Contact the Fire Safety Division to determine if the sprinkler system is adequate for proposed operations. 7. An automatic fire extinguishing system(s) will be required as noted below: Per Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District Ordinance 15. To mitigate access issues: see final condition at end of report. SC-2-00 6 Project No. DR 99-78 8 CUP 99-64 Completion Date 8. Roadways within project shall comply with the Fire District's fire lane standards, as noted: a. All roadways per Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District Ordinance 32. _I—I- 9. Fire department access shall be amended to facilitate emergency apparatus. I I 10. Emergency secondary access shall be provided in accordance with Fire District standards. I I 11. Fire District fee(s), plus a $1 per "plan page" microfilm fee will be due to the Rancho I I Cucamonga Fire Protection District as follows: --- X $132 for CCWD Water Plan review/underground water supply. X $132 for Single Family Residential Tract(per phase). "Note: Separate plan check fees for Tenant Improvement work, fire protection systems (sprinklers, hood systems, alarms, etc.) and/or any consultant reviews will be assessed upon submittal of plans. 12. Project is located in a high fire hazard area and is subject to special wildland/urban interface I I hazard mitigation requirements. Such requirements may include requirements related to --- vegetation management plans, special construction enhancements, emergency access, water supply, automatic fire extinguishing systems, and other special requirements. AN EXTRA SET OF PLANS IS REQUIRED TO BE SUBMITTED TO THE BUILDING AND SAFETY DEPARTMENT AT THE TIME OF BUILDING PLAN SUBMITTAL. THE BUILDING AND SAFETY DEPARTMENT COORDINATES ALL PLAN SUBMITTALS AND WILL FORWARD THE EXTRA SET TO THE FIRE PREVENTION NEW CONSTRUCTION UNIT FOR FIRE PLAN REVIEW. If you have any questions regarding your plan review in fire, please contact the Fire Prevention New Construction Unit located in the Building and Safety Department at(909)477-2730. 13. Temporary access as shown on grading sheet 2 of 3 shall be made either primary or secondary permanent access for the tract. If this cannot be accomplished then the tract shall be I—I— be equipped with automatic fire sprinklers as an "Alternate Method." Contact the Fire Marshal's Office at(909)477-2770 for details. N. Special Permits APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE POLICE DEPARTMENT, (909) 477-2800, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: O. Security Hardware 1. A secondary locking device shall be installed on all sliding glass doors. I I 2. One-inch single cylinder dead bolts shall be installed on all entrance doors. If windows are I I 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. I I P. 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. --- Q. Building Numbering 1. Numbers and the backgrounds shall be of contrasting color and shall be reflective for I I nighttime visibility. --- SC–2-00 7