HomeMy WebLinkAbout02-18 - Resolutions RESOLUTION NO. 02-18
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT DRC2001-00557, THE DEVELOPMENT OF 340 APARTMENTS ON
24.2 ACRES OF LAND IN THE MEDIUM RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT (8-14
DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE), ETIWANDA SOUTH OVERLAY DISTRICT,
AND ETIWANDA AVENUE OVERLAY DISTRICT WITHIN THE ETIWANDA
SPECIFIC PLAN, LOCATED ON THE WEST SIDE OF ETIWANDAAVENUE,
NORTH OF FOOTHILL BOULEVARD, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN
SUPPORT THEREOF - APN: 227-211-02, 04, 05, 09, 10, 15, 20, AND 29.
A. Recitals.
1. Forecast Corporation filed an application for the approval of Conditional Use Permit
DRC2001-00557 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 January 9, and continued to January23, 2002, 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 January 9, and January 23, 2002, including written and oral staff
reports, together with public testimony, this Commission hereby specifically finds as follows:
a. The application applies to property located on the west side of Etiwanda Avenue,
north of Foothill Boulevard, with a street frontage of approximately 1,700 feet on Etiwanda Avenue,
and an approximate lot depth of 1,500 feet, and is presently vacant; and
b. Eight existing single-family residences, not a part of the proposed project, are
located on an inverted L-shaped property at the central portion of the site. The 1-15 Freeway borders
the property on the north and west. The property to the south is vacant, but is planned for
commercial development. To the east, across Etiwanda Avenue, the property has been approved
for a 272 multi-family residential development; and
C. The application contemplates the development of 340 apartments on 24.2 acres of
land within the Medium Residential District, Etiwanda South Overlay District, and Etiwanda Avenue
Overlay District of the Etiwanda Specific Plan; and
d. The proposed project, 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.
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January 23, 2002
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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 conditional use permit is consistent with the General Plan, Development Code,
and any applicable specific plans; and
b. The design or improvements of the project is consistent with the General Plan,
Development Code, and any applicable specific plans; and
C. The site is physically suitable for the type of development proposed; and
d. The development of the proposed project will not cause a significant traffic impact
on the surrounding area; and
e. The design of the project is not likely to cause substantial environmental damage
and avoidable injury to humans and wildlife or their habitat; and
f. The design of the project will not conflict with any easement acquired by the public
at large, now of record, for access through or use of the property.
4. Based upon the facts and information contained in the proposed Mitigated Negative
Declaration, together with all written and oral reports included for the environmental assessment for
the application, the Planning Commission finds that there is no substantial evidence that the project
will have a significant effect upon the environment and adopts a Mitigated Negative Declaration and
Monitoring Program attached hereto, and incorporated herein by this reference, based upon the
findings as follows:
a. That the Mitigated Negative Declaration has been prepared in compliance with the
California Environmental Quality Act of 1970, as amended, and the State CEQA guidelines
promulgated thereunder; that said Mitigated Negative Declaration and the Initial Study prepared
therefore reflect the independent judgment of the Planning Commission; and, further, this
Commission has reviewed and considered the information contained in said Mitigated Negative
Declaration with regard to the application.
b. Although the Mitigated Negative Declaration identifies certain significant
environmental effects that will result if the project is approved, all significant effects have been
reduced to an acceptable level by imposition of mitigation measures on the project,which are listed
as Conditions of Approval.
C. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 753.5(c) of Title 14 of the Califomia Code of
Regulations, the Planning Commission finds as follows: In considering the record as a whole, the
Initial Study and Mitigated Negative Declaration for the project, there is no evidence that the
proposed project will have potential for an adverse impact upon wildlife resources orthe habitat upon
which wildlife depends. Further, based upon the substantial evidence contained in the Mitigated
Negative Declaration, the staff reports and exhibits, and the information provided to the Planning
Commission during the public hearing, the Planning Commission hereby rebuts the presumption of
adverse effect as set forth in Section 753.5(c-1-d) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations.
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January 23, 2002
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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 Division:
1) Provide a greenway connection in accordance with Etiwanda Specific
Plan Section 5.33.400.
2) Construct a decorative wrought iron fence or wall along the interior
project boundary, subject to City Planner review and approval.
3) Walls shall comply with setback requirements of the Etiwanda Specific
Plan.
4) Tree Removal Permit DRC2001-00567 is hereby approved subject to
replacement planting as shown in the conceptual landscape plan.
5) The roll-up.garage door designs shall be subject to City Planner review
and approval.
6) Architectural enhancements through the use of native river rock shall
be provided to the buildings fronting Etiwanda Avenue, subject to City
Planner review approval.
7) Additional landscaping and trees shall be provided at the interior project
perimeter adjacent to the existing single-family residences at the central
portion of the site, to reduce the visual impact of the proposed buildings
on the surrounding neighbors, to the satisfaction of the City Planner.
8) The decorative perimeter fence along Etiwanda Avenue shall
incorporate large native stone pilasters in its design. The stone
pilasters shall be developed at a minimum of 30 inches squared and
subject to City Planner approval.
9) All applicable Conditions of Approval for Tentative Tract Map
SUBTT16257 shall apply.
10) Lighting shall be required to provide a minimum 1-foot candlepower.
Freestanding light standards shall not exceed 15 feet in height.
Security lighting fixtures shall not project above the fascia or roofline of
the building. All lighting shall be shielded to confine light spread within
the site boundaries.
11) The final sidewalk locations and trash enclosure location immediately
adjacent to the existing single-family homes along Chervil Street shall
be subject to City Planner review and approval.
12) The applicant shall provide underground utility connections to the lots
surrounded by the proposed project subject to City Planner review and
approval.
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CUP DRC2001-00557 — FORECAST CORPORATION
January 23, 2002
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Engineering Division:
1) Construct Etiwanda Avenue to "Secondary Arterial' and Etiwanda
Specific Plan Standards, including cobble curb and gutter, sidewalk,
drive approaches, street lights, street trees, a.c. pavement, traffic
signs, and striping:
a) Provide a sidewalk/walkway on the west side of Etiwanda Avenue
from the north project boundary to Miller Avenue.
b) Provide separate right tum lanes at both project entrances. The
right tum lane south of Garcia Drive can be combined with a
school bus bay per City Standards.
2) Provide a focused Traffic Impact Analysis (TIA) for the intersection of
Foothill Boulevard and Etiwanda Avenue. Mitigate traffic impacts to an
acceptable level of service.
3) An in-lieu fee as contribution to the future undergrounding of the
existing overhead utilities (telecommunications and electrical) on the
opposite side of Etiwanda Avenue shall be paid to the City prior to Final
Map approval. The fee shall be one-half the City adopted unit amount
times the length of the project frontage.
4) Install Etiwanda/San Sevaine Master Plan System 9 drainage facilities
in Foothill Boulevard from Etiwanda Avenue to the existing terminus
south of Tract 15711-1. Standard drainage fees for the site shall be
credited to the cost of the facility and the developer shall be eligible for
reimbursement of costs in excess of fees, for permanent master plan
facilities, in accordance with City policy. This area is subject to the
modified fee adopted March 21, 2001. If the developer fails to submit
for said reimbursement agreement within 6 months of the public
improvements being accepted by the City, all rights of the developer to
reimbursement shall terminate.
5) Install local storm drain facilities as needed from the project site to
Foothill Boulevard. Install manhole at public/private junction.
6) Sumps in the private storm drain system shall be designed for Q100.
Pond depth shall not exceed 12 inches.
7) Provide an ingress/egress access easement in favor of Assessor
Parcel Nos. 227-211-22 and 227-211-23.
8) Flow increases as a result of development shall be mitigated by
enlarging Basin No. 6.
9) Tract 15711-1 has provided land for an area-wide detention basin. The
owner of the land is eligible for reimbursement to recover proportionate
cost of the land and ultimate basin related facilities (outlet, etc.). The
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fair share amount has been determined to be $5,000 per acre, which
shall be paid prior to building permit issuance.
10) Caltrans has not allowed storm drain facilities within Foothill Boulevard.
The required storm drain shall be constructed within the parkway or a
City easement north of the Caltrans right-of-way. Off-site easements
shall be obtained prior to Final Map approval.
Environmental Mitigation:
Geologic
1) Site grading shall include removal and recompaction of surface soils.
Relative compaction shall be as determined by the project engineer in a
final geotechnical report.
2) Prior to issuance of grading permits for the project, a final grading plan
shall be prepared in compliance with recommendations contained in the
final geotechnical report.
Water
1) The applicant shall submit a final drainage plan showing how storm
waterwill be conveyed across the site and directed into the City's storm
drain system.
2) Prior to issuance of grading permits, the applicant shall identify BMPs
to be implemented during the period the site is under construction.
BMPs shall be identified on the grading plans for review and approval
by the City Engineer.
Air Quality
1) Painting activities shall be spaced out over a period of 80 days.
2) The site shall be treated with water or other soil stabilizing agent
(approved by SCAQMD and RWQCB) daily to reduce PM10 emissions,
in accordance with SCAQMD Rule 403.
3) Etiwanda Avenue shall be swept according to a schedule established
by the City to reduce PM10 emissions associated with vehicle tracking of
soil off-site. Timing may vary depending upon time of year of
construction.
4) Grading operations shall be suspended when wind speeds exceed
25 mph to minimize PM10 emissions from the site during such episodes.
5) Chemical soil stabilizers(approved by SCAQMD and RWQCB)shall be
applied to all inactive construction areas that remain inactive for
96 hours or more to reduce PM10 emissions.
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January 23, 2002
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6) The construction contractor shall select the construction equipment
used on-site based on low-emission factors and high-energy efficiency.
The construction contractor shall ensure the construction grading plans
include a statement that all construction equipment will be tuned and
maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications.
7) The construction contractor shall utilize electric or clean alternative
fuel-powered equipment where feasible.
8) The construction contractor shall ensure that construction grading plans
include a statement that work crews will shut off equipment when not in
use.
Transportation
1) Maintain a high level of service along arterials by restricting parking and
controlling roadway access.
2) Construct all streets internal to the project to full ultimate cross-sections
as adjacent development occurs.
3) Construct all streets bordering the project to ultimate half-section widths
in conjunction with development.
4) Landscape planting and signs shall be limited to 36 inches in height
within 25 feet of project driveways to assure good visibility.
5) Install a STOP sign on site egress roadway to adjacent arterials.
Noise
1) Seven-foot high 5/8-inch thick, solid Lexan (or equivalent abrasion
resistant, non-yellowing transparent material) patio and balcony sound
barrier panels should be installed at front yard patios and balconies
within 350 feet of the freeway right-of-way that have a full or partial view
of the 1-15 freeway and within 140 feet of the centerline of Etiwanda
Avenue and that have a full or partial view of Etiwanda Avenue. Final
size and composition of material to be used in the noise barriers shall
be determined in a final acoustical analysis of the final site plans
submitted to the City.
2) An appropriate ventilation or cooling system shall be included in the
design to provide ventilation of the units without requiring that windows
be opened. The type of ventilation system will be chosen in
consultation with City staff prior to issuance of building permits.
3) First floor apartment windows in buildings walls that would have a full or
partial view of either the 1-15 Freeway or Etiwanda Avenue will require
the placement of acoustically rated windows. The exact rating shall be
determined in a final acoustical analysis that shall be conducted prior to
issuance of building permits for the affected buildings.
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January 23, 2002
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4) Buildings nearest the roadways that have a full or partial view of either
the 1-15 Freeway or Etiwanda Avenue, will require the placement of
acoustically rated exterior doors. The final design and rating of the
doors and related materials shall be determined in the final acoustical
analysis that shall be conducted prior to issuance of building permits for
the affected buildings.
6. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 23RD DAY OF JANUARY 2002.
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
BY:
La T. Mc i 1, thairman
ATTEST:
rad Bulle creta
I, Brad Buller, 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 23rd day of January 2002, by the following vote-to-wit:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS: MACIAS, MANNERINO, MCNIEL, STEWART
NOES: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: TOLSTOY
City of Rancho Cucamonga
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MITIGATION MONITORING
PROGRAM
Project File No.: Tentative Tract Map SUBTT16257 and Conditional Use Permit DRC2001-00557
This Mitigation Monitoring Program(MMP)has been prepared for use in implementing the mitigation
measures identified in the Mitigated Negative Declaration for the above-listed project. This program
has been prepared in compliance with State law to ensure that adopted mitigation measures are
implemented (Section 21081.6 of the Public Resources Code).
Program Components -This MMP contains the following elements:
1. Conditions of approval that act as impact mitigation measures are recorded with the action and
the procedure necessary to ensure compliance.The mitigation measure conditions of approval
are contained in the adopted Resolution of Approval for the project.
2. A procedure of compliance and verification has been outlined for each action necessary. This
procedure designates who will take action, what action will be taken and when, and to whom
and when compliance will be reported.
3. The MMP has been designed to provide focused, yet flexible guidelines. As monitoring
progresses, changes to compliance procedures may be necessary based upon
recommendations by those responsible for the program.
Program Management-The MMP will be in place through all phases of the project. The project
planner, assigned by the City Planner, shall coordinate enforcement of the MMP. The project
planner oversees the MMP and reviews the Reporting Forms to ensure they are filled out correctly
and proper action is taken on each mitigation. Each City department shall ensure compliance of the
conditions (mitigation)that relate to that department.
Procedures - The following steps will be followed by the City of Rancho Cucamonga.
1. A fee covering all costs and expenses, including any consultants' fees, incurred by the City in
performing monitoring or reporting programs shall be charged to the applicant.
2. A MMP Reporting Form will be prepared for each potentially significant impact and its
corresponding mitigation measure identified in the Mitigation Monitoring Checklist, attached
hereto. This procedure designates who will take action,what action will be taken and when,and
to whom and when compliance will be reported. All monitoring and reporting documentation will
be kept in the project file with the department having the original authority for processing the
project. Reports will be available from the City upon request at the following address:
City of Rancho Cucamonga - Lead Agency
Planning Division)
10500 Civic Center Drive
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
Mitigation Monitoring Program
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3. Appropriate specialists will be retained if technical expertise beyond the City staffs is needed,as
determined by the project planner or responsible City department,to monitor specific mitigation
activities and provide appropriate written approvals to the project planner.
4. The project planner or responsible City department will approve, by signature and date, the
completion of each action item that was identified on the MMP Reporting Form. After each
measure is verified for compliance, no further action is required for the specific phase of
development.
5. All MMP Reporting Forms for an impact issue requiring no further monitoring will be signed off
as completed by the project planner or responsible Citydepartment at the bottom of the MMP
Reporting Form.
6. Unanticipated circumstances may arise requiring the refinement or addition of mitigation
measures.The project planner is responsible for approving any such refinements or additions.
An MMP Reporting Form will be completed by the project planneror responsible Citydepartment
and a copy provided to the appropriate design, construction, or operational personnel.
7. The project planner or responsible City department has the authority to stop the work of
construction contractors if compliance with any aspects of the MMP is not occurring afterwritten
notification has been issued. The project planner or responsible City department also has the
authority to hold certificates of occupancies if compliance with a mitigation measure attached
hereto is not occurring.The project planner or responsible City department has the authority to
hold issuance of a business license until all mitigation measures are implemented.
S. Any conditions (mitigation) that require monitoring after project completion shall be the
responsibility of the City of Rancho Cucamonga Planning Division. The Devision shall require
the applicant to post any necessary funds (or other forms of guarantee)with the City. These
funds shall be used by the City to retain consultants and/or pay for City staff time to monitor and
report on the mitigation measure for the required period of time.
9. In those instances requiring long-term project monitoring, the applicant shall provide the City
with a plan for monitoring the mitigation activities at the project site and reporting the monitoring
results to the City. Said plan shall identify the reporter as an individual qualified to know whether
the particular mitigation measure has been implemented. The monitoring/reporting plan shall
conform to the Citys MMP and shall be approved by the Community Development Director or
City Planner prior to the issuance of building permits.
MITIGATION MONITORING CHECKLIST (INITIAL STUDY PART III)
Project File No.: DRC 2001-00557/SUBTT16257 Applicant: _Forecast Corporation
Initial Study Prepared by: Natalie P. Patty Date: December 18. 2001
Mitigation Measures No.I Responsible Monitoring Timing of Method of Verified Sanctions for
Implementing Ac
. . -
• Verification Date/initials Non-Compliance
Geologic Problems
Site grading shall include removal and recompaction of surface soils. CE 'B Review of Plans C 2
Relative compaction shall be as determined by the project engineer in
a final geotechnical report.
Prior to issuance of grading permits for the project,a final grading plan CP/CE B Review of Plans D 2
shall be prepared in compliance with recommendations contained in
the final geotechnical report.
Water` ;
The applicant shall submit a final drainage plan showing how CP/CE B Review of Plans D 2
stomrwater will be conveyed across the site and directed Into the City's
storm drain system.
Prior to issuance of grading permits,the applicant shall identify BMPs CE B Review of Plans C 2
to be Implemented during the period the site Is under construction.
BMPs shall be Identified on the grading plans for review and approval
by the City Engineer.
Air Quality
P )z 0 Review of Plans A -
Painting activities shall be spaced out over a period 0180 da CP 2
The site shall be treated with water or other soil stabilizing agent CP C Review of Plans A 2
(approved by SCAQMD and RWQCB) dally to reduce PM10
emissions,in accordance wth SCAQMD Rule 403.
Etiwanda Avenue shall be swept according to a schedule established CP C Review of Plans A 2
by the City to reduce PM10 emissions associated with vehicle tracking
of soil off-site. Timing may vary depending upon time of year of
construction.
Grading operations shall be suspended when wind speeds exceed CP C Review of Plans A 2
25 mph to minimize PM10 emissions from the site during such
episodes.
Chemical soil stabilizers(approved by SCAQMD and RWQCB)shall CP C Review of Plans A 2
be applied to all inactive construction areas that remain Inactive for 96
hours or more to reduce PM10 emissions.
The construction contractor shall select the constriction equipment CP C Review of Plans A 2
used on-site based on low emission factors and high-energy efficiency.
The construction contractor shall ensure the construction grading
plans include a statement that all construction equipment will be tuned
and maintained In accordance with the manufacturer's specifications.
Mitigation . Responsible Monitoring Timing . od of Verified Sanctions
Implementing Action for Monitoring Frequency Verification Verification
Date 11nitials Non-Compliance
The construction contractorshall utilize eledricor dean altemativefuel CP C Review of Plans A 2
powered equipment where feasible.
The construction contractor shall ensure that construction-grading CP B/C Review of Plans A/C 2
plans include a statementthatwork crews will shutoff equipmentwhen
not in use.
Traffic
Maintain a high level of service along arterials by restricting parking PO C Review of Plans A 2
and controlling roadway access.
Construct all streets internal to the project to full ultimate cross- CE C Review of Plans A 2
sections as adjacent development occurs.
Construct all streets bordering the project to ultimate half-section CE C Review of Plans A 2
widths in conjunction Wth development.
Landscape planting and signs should be limited to 36 inches in height CP D Review of Plans A 3
within 25 feet of project driveways to assure good visibility
Install a STOP sign on site egress roadway to adjacent arterials. CP D Review of Plans A 3
Noise
Seven-foot high,5/B-Inch thick,solid Lexan(or an equivalent abrasion CP D Review of Plans A 3
resistant,non-yellowing transparent material)patio and balcony sound
barrier panels should be installed at front yard patios and balconies
within 350 feet of the freeway right-of-way that have a full or partial
view of the 1-15 freeway and within 140 feet of the centerline of
Etiwanda Avenue and that have a full or partial view of Etiwanda
Avenue. Final size and composition of material to be used in the noise
barriers shall be determined in a final acoustical analysis of the final
site plans submitted to the City
An appropriate ventilation or cooling system shall be included in the BO D Review of Plans A 3
design to provide ventilation for the units without requiring that
windows be opened. The type of ventilation system will be chosen in
consultation with City staff prior to issuance of building permits.
First floor apartmentwindows in building walls that would have a full or BO D Review of Plans A 3
partial view of either the 1-15 freeway or Etiwanda Avenue will require
the placement of acousticallyrated windows. The exact rating shall be
determined in a final acoustical analysis that shall be conducted prior
to issuance of building permits for the affected buildings.
Buildings nearest the roadways that have a full or partial view of either BO D Review of Plans A 3
the 1-15 freeway or Etiwanda Avenue will require the placement of
acoustically rated exterior doors. The final design and rating of the
doors and related materials shall be determined In the final acoustical
analysis that shall be conducted prior to issuance ofbuilding permits
for the affected buildings.
Key to Checklist Abbreviations
Responsjble PersoO Monitoring Frequency Method of Verification Sanctions
CDD-Community Development Director or designee A-With Each New Development A-On-site Inspection 1 -Withhold Recordation of Final Map
CP-City Planner or designee B-Prior To Construction B-Other AgencyPermit
/Approval 2-Withhold Grading or Building Permit
CE-City Engineer or designee C-Throughout Construction - C-Plan Check 3-Withhold Certificate of Occupancy
BO-Building Official or designee D-On Completion D-Separate Submittal(Reports/Studies/Plans) 4-Stop Work Order
PO-Police Captain or designee E-Operating 5-Retain Deposit or Bonds
FC-Fire Chief or designee 6-Revoke CUP
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT
STANDARD CONDITIONS
PROJECT#: Conditional Use Permit DRC2001-00557
SUBJECT: Etiwanda Apartments
APPLICANT: Forecast Corporation
LOCATION: West Side of Etiwanda Avenue, North of Foothill Boulevard
ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE PLANNING DIVISION, (909) 477-2750, FOR
COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
Completion Date
A. General Requirements
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 attorneys 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
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 Specific Plan.
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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 Code, _!_/_
all other applicable City Ordinances, and applicable Community or Specific Plans in effect at the
time of building permit issuance.
7. A detailed on-site lighting plan, including a photometric diagram, shall be reviewed and approved
by the City Planner and Police Department (477-2800) prior to the issuance of building permits.
Such plan shall indicate style, illumination, location, height, and method of shielding so as not to
adversely affect adjacent properties.
8. Trash receptacle(s) are required and shall meet City standards. The final design, locations, and
the number of trash receptacles shall be subject to City Planner review and approval prior to the
issuance of building permits.
9. 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.
10. 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.
11. All building numbers and individual units shall be identified in a clear and concise manner,
including proper illumination.
12. The Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&Rs) and Articles of Incorporation of the _/_/_
Homeowners' Association are subject to the approval of the Planning and Engineering 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.
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 City Planner and City Engineer review and approved prior to
the issuance of building permits.
14. 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.
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15. 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.
16. Wood fencing shall be treated with stain, paint, or water sealant.
17. For multiple family development, laundry facilities shall be provided as required by the
Development Code.
18. For multiple family development, a minimum of 125 cubic feet of exterior lockable storage space
shall be provided.
19. For residential development, recreation area/facility shall be provided as required by the
Development Code.
20. 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. Parking and Vehicular Access (indicate details on building plans)
1. All parking spaces shall be 9 feet wide by 18 feet long. When a side of any parking space abuts
a building, wall, support column, or other obstruction, the space shall be a minimum of 11 feet
wide.
2. All parking lot landscape islands shall have a minimum outside dimension of 6 feet and shall'
contain a 12-inch walk adjacent to the parking stall (including curb).
3. Textured pedestrian pathways and textured pavement across circulation aisles shall be provided
throughout the development to connect dwellings/units/buildings with open spaces/plazas/
recreational uses.
4. All parking spaces shall be double striped per City standards and all driveway aisles, entrances,
and exits shall be striped per City standards.
5. All units shall be provided with garage door openers if driveways are less than 18 feet in depth _/_/_
from back of sidewalk.
6. The Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions shall restrict the storage of recreational vehicles on
this site unless they are the principal source of transportation for the owner and prohibit parking
on interior circulation aisles other than in designated visitor parking areas.
7. Plans for any security gates shall be submitted for the City Planner, City Engineer, and Rancho
Cucamonga Fire Protection District review and approval prior to issuance of building permits. For
residential development, private gated entrances shall provide adequate turn-around space in
front of the gate and a separate visitor lane with call box to avoid cars stacking into the public
right-of-way.
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8. Bicycle storage spaces shall be provided in all commercial, office, industrial, and multifamily
residential projects or more than 10 units. Minimum spaces equal to five percent of the required
automobile parking spaces or three bicycle storage spaces, whichever is greater. After the first
50 bicycle storage spaces are provided, additional storage spaces required are 2.5 percent of the
required automobile parking spaces. Warehouse distribution uses shall provide bicycle storage
spaces at a rate of 2.5 percent on the required automobile parking spaces with a minimum of a
3-bike rack. In no case shall the total number of bicycle parking spaces required exceed 100.
Where this results in a fraction of 0.5 or greater, the number shall be rounded off to the higher
whole number.
F. Landscaping
1. A detailed landscape and irrigation plan, including slope planting and model home landscaping in
the case of residential development, shall be prepared by a licensed landscape architect and
submitted for 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. A minimum of 45 trees per gross acre, comprised of the following sizes, shall be provided within
the project: 0% -48-inch box or larger 10%-36-inch box or larger, 10% -24- inch box or larger,
80%- 15-gallon, and 0%-5 gallon.
3. Within parking lots, trees shall be planted at a rate of one 15-gallon tree for every three parking
stalls, sufficient to shade 50% of the parking area at solar noon on August 21.
4. Trees shall be planted in areas of public view adjacent to and along structures at a rate of one
tree per 30 linear feet of building.
5. 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.
6. 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.
7. For multi-family residential and non-residential development, property owners are responsible for
the continual maintenance of all landscaped areas on-site, as well as contiguous planted areas
within the public right-of-way. All landscaped areas shall be kept free from weeds and debris and
maintained in healthy and thriving condition, and shall receive regular pruning, fertilizing, mowing,
and trimming. Any damaged, dead, diseased, or decaying plant material shall be replaced within
30 days from the date of damage.
8. The final design of the perimeter parkways, walls, landscaping, and sidewalks shall be included
in the required landscape plans and shall be subject to City Planner review and approval and
coordinated for consistency with any parkway landscaping plan which may be required by the
Engineering Division.
9. Special landscape features such as mounding, alluvial rock, specimen size trees, meandering
sidewalks (with horizontal change), and intensified landscaping, is required along Etiwanda
Avenue
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10. 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.
11. All walls shall be provided with decorative treatment. If located in public maintenance areas, the
design shall be coordinated with the Engineering Division.
12. Landscaping and irrigation shall be designed to conserve water through the principles of
Xeriscape as defined in Chapter 19.16 of the Rancho Cucamonga Municipal Code.
13. On projects which abut the 1-15 Freeway, the developer shall provide landscaping within the
freeway right-of-way along the boundary of this project or pay an in-lieu of construction cash
deposit. The landscape and irrigation plans shall be prepared in conformance with Caltrans and
City Standards through the City of Rancho Cucamonga. Plans shall be reviewed and approved
by the City Planner and City Engineer. Landscape and irrigation shall be installed prior to the
release of occupancy of the project. If final approvals and/or installation are not complete at that
time, the City will accept a cash deposit for future landscaping of the Caltrans right-of-way.
14. New windrow planting of Eucalyptus Maculata (Spotted Gum) is required at a ratio of 50 linear
feet per acre. The size, spacing, staking, and irrigation of these trees shall comply with the Citys
Tree Preservation Ordinance (RCMC 19.08.100).
G. Signs
1. The signs indicated on the submitted plans are conceptual only and not a part of this approval.
Any signs proposed for this development shall comply with the Sign Ordinance and shall require
separate application and approval by the Planning Division prior to installation of any signs.
2. Directory monument sign(s) shall be provided for apartment, condominium, or town homes prior
to occupancy and shall require separate application and approval by the Planning Division prior
to issuance of building permits.
H. Environmental
1. A final acoustical report shall be submitted for City Planner 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.
2. Mitigation measures are required for the project. The applicant is responsible for the cost of
implementing said measures, including monitoring and reporting. Applicant shall be required to
post cash, letter of credit, or other forms of guarantee acceptable to the City Planner in the
amount of $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.
I. Other Agencies
1. The applicant shall contact the U.S. Postal Service to determine the appropriate type and location _/_/_
of mailboxes. Multi-family residential developments shall provide a solid overhead structure for
mailboxes with adequate lighting. The final location of the mailboxes and the design of the
overhead structure shall be subject to City Planner review and approval prior to the issuance of
building permits.
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APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE BUILDING AND SAFETY DIVISION, (909) 477-2710,
FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
J. General Requirements
1. Submit five complete sets of plans including the following:
a. Site/Plot Plan;
b. Foundation Plan;
c. Floor Plan;
d. Ceiling and Roof Framing Plan;
e. Electrical Plans (2 sets, detached) including the size of the main switch, number and size of
service entrance conductors, panel schedules, and single line diagrams;
f. Plumbing and Sewer Plans, including isometrics, underground diagrams, water and waste
diagram, sewer or septic system location, fixture units, gas piping, and heating and air
conditioning; and
g. Planning 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.
K. 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.
5. Construct trash enclosure(s) per City Standard (available at the Planning Division's public
counter).
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6. Submit pool plans to the County of San Bernardino's Environmental Health Services Department
for approval.
L. New Structures
1. Provide compliance with the California Building Code for the property line clearances considering
use, area, and fire-resistiveness.
2. Provide compliance with the California Building Code for required occupancy separation(s).
3. Roofing material shall be installed per the manufacturer's"high wind" instructions.
4. Provide draft stops in attic areas, not to exceed 3,000 square feet, in accordance with UBC Table
5-A.
5. Provide draft stops in attics in line with common walls.
6. Openings in exterior walls shall be protected in accordance with UBC Table 5-A.
7. If the area of habitable space above the first floor exceeds 3,000 square feet, then the
construction type shall be V-1 Hour.
8. Walls and floors separating dwelling units in the same building shall be not less than 1-hour
fire-resistive construction.
M. Grading
1. Grading of the subject property shall be in accordance with the 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 plans shall be completed and approved prior to 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 ENGINEERING DIVISION, (909) 477-2740, FOR
COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
N. Dedication and Vehicular Access
1. Dedication shall be made of the following rights-of-way on the perimeter streets (measured from
street centerline):
50 total feet on Etiwanda Avenue
2. Vehicular access rights shall be dedicated to the City for the following streets, except for
approved openings: Etiwanda Avenue.
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3. Reciprocal parking agreements for all parcels and maintenance agreements ensuring joint
maintenance of all common roads, drives, or parking areas shall be provided by CC & R's or
deeds and shall be recorded prior to, or concurrent with, the final parcel map.
4. Private drainage easements for cross-lot drainage shall be provided and shall be delineated or
noted on the final map.
5. All existing easements lying within future rights-of-way shall be quit-claimed or delineated on the
final map.
6. Additional street right-of-way shall be dedicated along right turn lanes, to provide a minimum of 7
feet measured from the face of curbs. If curb adjacent sidewalk is used along the right turn lane,
a parallel street tree maintenance easement shall be provided.
7. The developer shall make a good faith effort to acquire the required off-site property interests
necessary to construct the required public improvements, and if he/she should fail to do so, the
developer shall, at least 120 days prior to submittal of the final map for approval, enter into an
agreement to complete the improvements pursuant to Government Code Section 66462 at such
time as the City acquires the property interests required for the improvements. Such agreement
shall provide for payment by the developer of all costs incurred by the City to acquire the off-site
property interests required in connection with the subdivision. Security for a portion of these
costs shall be in the form of a cash deposit in the amount given in an appraisal report obtained by
the City, at developer's cost. The appraiser shall have been approved by the City prior to
commencement of the appraisal. This condition applies in particular, but not limited to:—Foothill
Boulevard Storm Drain.
O. Street Improvements
1. All public improvements (interior streets, drainage facilities, community trails, paseos, landscaped
areas, etc.) shown on the plans and/or tentative map shall be constructed to City Standards.
Interior street improvements shall include, but are not limited to, curb and gutter, AC pavement,
drive approaches, sidewalks, street lights, and street trees.
2. Construct the following perimeter street improvements including, but not limited to:
Street Name Curb& A.C. Side- Drive Street Street Comm Median Bike Other
Gutter Pvmt walk Appr. Lights Trees Trail Island Trail
(b)
Etiwanda Avenue X X X X X e
Notes: (a) Median island includes landscaping and irrigation on meter. (b) Pavement
reconstruction and overlays will be determined during plan check. (c) If so marked, sidewalk
shall be curvilinear per Standard 114. (d) If so marked, an in-lieu of construction fee shall be
provided for this item (e)Traffic Signals, (f)Cobble Curb.
3. Improvement Plans and Construction:
a. Street improvement plans, including street trees, street lights, and intersection safety lights
on future signal poles, and traffic signal plans shall be prepared by a registered Civil
Engineer and shall be submitted to and approved by the City Engineer. Security shall be
posted and an agreement executed to the satisfaction of the City Engineer and the City
Attorney guaranteeing completion of the public and/or private street improvements, prior to
final map approval or the issuance of building permits, whichever occurs first.
b. Prior to any work being performed in public right-of-way, fees shall be paid and a construction
permit shall be obtained from the City Engineer's Office in addition to any other permits
required.
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c. Pavement striping, marking, traffic signing, street name signing, traffic signal conduit, and
interconnect conduit shall be installed to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
d. Signal conduit with pull boxes shall be installed with any new construction or reconstruction
project along major or secondary streets and at intersections for future traffic signals and
interconnect wiring. Pull boxes shall be placed on both sides of the street at 3 feet outside of
BCR, ECR, or any other locations approved by the City Engineer
Notes:
(1) Pull boxes shall be No. 6 at intersections and No. 5 along streets, a maximum of 200 feet
apart, unless otherwise specified by the City Engineer.
(2) Conduit shall be 3-inch (at intersections) or 2-inch (along streets) galvanized steel with
pull rope or as specified.
e. Handicapped access ramps shall be installed on all comers of intersections per City
Standards or as directed by the City Engineer.
f. Existing City roads requiring construction shall remain open to traffic at all times with
adequate detours during construction. Street or lane closure permits are required. A cash
deposit shall be provided to cover the cost of grading and paving, which shall be refunded
upon completion of the construction to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
g. Concentrated drainage flows shall not cross sidewalks. Under sidewalk drains shall be
installed to City Standards, except for single family residential lots.
h. Street names shall be approved by the City Planner prior to submittal for first plan check.
4. A permit shall be obtained from Caltrans for any work within the following right-of-way: 1-15
Freeway.
P. Public Maintenance Areas
1. A signed consent and waiver form to join and/or form the appropriate Landscape and Lighting
Districts shall be filed with the City Engineer prior to final map approval or issuance of building
permits whichever occurs first. Formation costs shall be borne by the developer.
2. All required public landscaping and irrigation systems shall be continuously maintained by the
developer until accepted by the City.
Q. Drainage and Flood Control
1. A final drainage study shall be submitted to and approved by the City Engineer prior to final map
approval or the issuance of building permits, whichever occurs first. All drainage facilities shall
be installed as required by the City Engineer.
2. Adequate provisions shall be made for acceptance and disposal of surface drainage entering the
property from adjacent areas.
R. Utilities
1. Provide separate utility services to each parcel including sanitary sewerage system, water, gas,
electric power, telephone, and cable TV (all underground) in accordance with the Utility
Standards. Easements shall be provided as required.
2. The developer shall be responsible for the relocation of existing utilities as necessary.
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3. Water and sewer plans shall be designed and constructed to meet the requirements of the
Cucamonga County Water District (CCWD), Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District, and the
Environmental Health Department of the County of San Bernardino. A letter of compliance from
the CCWD is required prior to final map approval or issuance of permits, whichever occurs first.
Such letter must have been issued by the water district within 90 days prior to final map approval
in the case of subdivision or prior to the issuance of permits in the case of all other residential
projects.
4. Approvals have not been secured from all utilities and other interested agencies involved.
Approval of the final parcel map will be subject to any requirements that may be received from
them.
S. General Requirements and Approvals
1. Etiwanda/San Sevaine Area Regional Mainline, Secondary Regional, and Master Plan Drainage
Fees shall be paid prior to final map approval or prior to building permit issuance if no map is
involved.
2. Permits shall be obtained from the following agencies for work within their right-of-way: Cal
Trans.
3. A non-refundable deposit shall be paid to the City, covering the estimated operating costs for all
new street lights for the first six months of operation, prior to final map approval or prior to
building permit issuance if no map is involved.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE POLICE DEPARTMENT, (909) 477-2800, FOR COMPLIANCE
WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
T. 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.
U. 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.
4. All roof openings giving access to the building shall be secured with either iron bars, metal gates,
or alarmed.
V. Security Fencing
1. All businesses or residential communities with security fencing and gates will provide the police
with a keypad access and a unique code. The initial code is to be submitted to the Police Crime
Prevention Unit along with plans. If this code is changed due to a change in personnel or for any
other reason, the new code must be supplied to the Police via the 24-hour dispatch center at
(909) 941-1488 or by contacting the Crime Prevention Unit at (909) 477-2800 extension 2474 or
extension 2475.
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W. 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.
X. Building Numbering
1. Numbers and the backgrounds shall be of contrasting color and shall be reflective for nighttime
visibility.
2. At the entrances of commercial or residential complexes, an illuminated map or directory of
project shall be erected with vandal-resistant cover. North shall be at the top and so indicated.
Sign shall be in compliance with Sign Ordinance, including an application for a Sign Permit and
approval by the Planning Division.
3. All developments shall submit a 8 W x 11" sheet with the numbering pattem of all multi-tenant
developments to the Police Department.
Y. 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 DIVISION, FIRE PROTECTION
PLANNING SERVICES AT, (909) 477-2770, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING
CONDITIONS: SEE ATTACHED
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, � FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT
FIRE SAFETY DIVISION
STANDARD CONDITIONS
FD PLAN REVIEW#: FD-01-0532
PROJECT M DRC2001-00557/SUBTT16257
PROJECT NAME: Forecast Group
DATE: December 18, 2001
PLAN TYPE: CUP for 386 Unit Apartments
APPLICANT NAME: Michele Schiro
OCCUPANCY TYPE: Group R, Division 3 w/ Group A, Division 3 Uses
FLOOR AREA (S): 16 or more dwelling units
LOCATION: N/O of Foothill W/O Etiwanda
FD REVIEW BY Steve Locati, Fire Protection Planning Specialist
PLANNER: Kirt Coury
ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE FIRE SAFETY DIVISION, (909) 477-2770,
EXT. 3009, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
The following conditions of approval represent the minimum standard for approval of the project as submitted.
These conditions are based on the plans submitted and may not include all Fire District requirements for the
proposed project. Changes in the project may result in additional or changed Fire District requirements. Please
make the necessary changes or corrections prior to resubmitting for review. Prior to approval by the Planning
Division compliance with all conditions and/or corrections must be completed. All Fire District conditions and
comments must be addressed for construction permits can be issued. Contact the Fire Safety Division to schedule
an appointment to verify compliance.
A. Community Facilities Districts
1. This project is subject to the requirements of the Mello-Roos Community Facilities District.
B. Water Plans for Fire Protection
1. Prior to issuance of any building permit, the applicant shall submit a plan showing the locations of all new
public fire hydrants for the review and approval by the Fire District and the Water District.
2. Prior to the issuance of any building permit, the applicant shall submit construction plans, specifications,
flow test data and calculations for the private water main system for review and approval by the Fire
District. Plans and installation shall comply with Fire District standards.
3. Fire flow requirements for this project shall be 2500 gallons per minute at a minimum residual pressure of
20 pounds per square inch in accordance with Fire Code Appendix III-A, as amended. The required fire
flow shall be delivered by fire hydrants located in accordance with Fire Code Appendix III-B, as amended.
4. When any portion of a facility or building is located in excess of 150-feet from a fire hydrant located on a
public street on-site fire hydrants and mains capable of supplying the required fire flow shall be provided.
The distance is measured as vehicular path of travel on access roadways, not line of sight.
5. All required public fire hydrants shall be installed, flushed, and operable prior to delivering any combustible
building materials on-site (i.e., lumber, roofing materials, etc.). Water District personnel shall inspect the
installation and witness hydrant flushing. The builder/developer shall submit test report to the Fire Safety
Division.
6. All private on-site fire hydrants shall be installed, flushed, and operable prior to delivering any combustible
building materials on-site (i.e., lumber, roofing materials, etc.). Fire Construction Services representative
shall inspect the installation and witness hydrant flushing. The builder/developer shall submit final test
report to the Fire Safety Division.
7. For the purpose of final acceptance, an additional test of the on-site fire hydrants shall be conducted by the
builder/developer in the presence of the Water District or Fire Construction Services, as appropriate. The
builder/developer shall submit the final test report to the Fire Safety Division.
8. Existing fire hydrants and mains within 600 feet of the project shall be shown on the water plan submitted
for review and approval. Include main size.
9. Prior to the issuance of any building permit, the applicant shall submit construction plans, specifications,
and calculations for the fire sprinkler system underground.
10. Required Note: If the system is private the applicant shall do the following prior to the issuance of the
building permit:
a. Submit proof that provisions have been made for the annual testing, repair, and maintenance of
the system. A copy of the maintenance agreement shall be submitted to the District.
b. For developments with multiple owners, they shall establish a reciprocal maintenance agreement,
which shall be submitted to the Fire District for acceptance.
11. Prior to the issuance of any Certificate of Occupancy, all fire hydrants shall have a blue reflective pavement
marker indicating the fire hydrant location on the street or driveway in accordance with Rancho
Cucamonga Fire Protection District and City of Rancho Cucamonga Engineering Standard Plan 134,
"Installation of Reflective Hydrant Markers." On private property these markers are to be maintained in
good condition by the property owner.
C. Water Availability
1. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the applicant shall provide evidence of adequate fire flow. The
Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District Water Availability for Fire Protection Form shall be signed by
the Water District and submitted for approval by the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District. If
sufficient water to meet fire flow requirements is not available, an automatic fire extinguishing system may
be required in each structure affected by the insufficient flow.
D. Automatic Fire Sprinkler Systems
1. RCFPD Ordinance 15 or other adopted code or standard, requires an approved automatic fire sprinkler
system to be installed throughout the building(s).
2. All commercial structures greater than 7,500 square feet, all Group A or E Occupancies with an occupant
load of 50 or more persons, all multi-family residential structures, and all structures which do not meet Fire
District access requirements (Section E. Fire Access), shall be protected by an approved automatic fire
sprinkler system.
3. Required Note: Prior to the recordation of ANY map, a note shall be placed on the map stating that all
commercial structures great than 7,500 square feet, all Group A or E Occupancies with an occupant load of
50 or more persons, all multi-family residential structures, and all structures which do not meet Fire District
access requirements (Section E. Fire Access), shall be protected by an automatic fire sprinkler system
meeting the approval of the Fire District.
4. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the applicant shall submit plans for any automatic fire sprinkler
system Fire Construction Services for review and approval. No work is allowed without a Fire Construction
Services permit.
5. Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, the fire sprinkler system(s) shall be tested and
accepted by Fire Construction Services.
6. The fire sprinkler system monitoring system shall be installed, tested, and operational immediately
following the completion of the fire sprinkler system. Monitoring is required with 20 sprinklers in Group I
Occupancies, or 100 or more sprinklers in all other Occupancies.
E. Fire Access
1. Fire District access roadways shall be provided for every facility, building, or portion of a building
constructed when any portion of the facility or any portion of an exterior wall of the first story of the building
is located more than 150-feet from approved fire district vehicle access. The distance is measured by an
approved route around the exterior of the facility or building.
2. Fire District access roadways shall include public roads, streets, highways, as well as private roads, streets
and designated fire lanes.
3. Residential: Prior to recordation of a subdivision/tract/parcel map, the applicant shall obtain approval of the
Fire District for all Fire District access roadways and fire lanes. All roadways or fire lanes shall comply with
RCFPD Ordinance FD32 and other applicable standards.
4. Residential & Commercial: Prior to issuance of any grading permits, the applicant shall submit and obtain
approval of plans for all roads, streets and courts, public or private,from the Fire District in consultation with the
Grading Committee. The plans shall include the plan view, sectional view, and indicate the width of the street
or court measured flow line to flow line. All proposed fire apparatus turnarounds shall be clearly marked when
a dead-end street exceeds 150 feet or when otherwise required. Applicable CC&R's, or other approved
documents, shall contain provisions that prohibit obstructions such as traffic calming devices (speed bumps,
humps, etc.), control gates, bollards, or other modifications in fire lanes or access roadways without prior
written approval of the Fire District, Fire Safety Division.
5. The minimum unobstructed width for a Fire District access roadway or fire lane is 26 feet. The minimum
vertical clearance is 14 feet,6 inches. At any entry median the minimum width of traffic lanes shall be 20 feet.
6. Al portions of the facility or any portion of the exterior wall of the first story shall be located within 150 feet of
Fire District vehicle access, measured by an unobstructed approved route around the exterior of the building.
Approved access walkways shall be provided from the fire apparatus access road to exterior building
openings.
7. A Knox rapid entry key vault shall be installed prior to final inspection. Proof of purchase shall be submitted
prior to final building plan approval. Contact the Fire Safety Division for specific details and ordering
information.
8. Prior to the issuance of any grading permits, the applicant shall submit and obtain the Fire District's approval of
the construction of any gate across required Fire District access roadwaystdriveways.
9. Gated or restricted access requires the installation of a Knox rapid entry system. Vehicle access gates shall be
provided with an approved Fire District Knox Key Switch. The gate shall remain in the open position until reset
by Fire District key switch. Gates shall open by means of an approved Traffic Preemption Device. Contact
the Fire Safety Division for specific details and ordering information.
10. The installation of gates and restricted access to residential developments may necessitate installation of
approved automatic fire sprinkler systems. This condition applies when the Fire District determines that gates,
other means of restricting access or delaying response exists.
11. Trees and shrubs planted in any median shall be kept trimmed to a minimum of 14 feet, 6 inches from the
ground up,so as not to impede fire vehicles.
12. A building or site directory shall be required, as noted below:
Lighted directory within 20 feet of main entrance(s)to the site.
13. A note shall be placed on all plans which clearly indicates the following: Emergency access,a minimum 26 feet
in width and 14 feet, 6 inches in height shall be provided and maintained free and clear of any obstructions at
all times during construction, in accordance with Fire District Standards.
14. Dead-end Fire District access roadways in excess of 150-feet shall be provided with approved provisions for
the turning around of fire apparatus. This may include a cul-de-sac, "hammerhead,"or other means approved
by the Fire District.
15. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the applicant shall submit plans and obtain approval from the Fire
District for fire lanes on required Fire District access roadway less than 40 feet in width. The plans shall
indicate the locations of red curbing and signage. A drawing of the proposed signage that meets the minimum
Fire District standards shall be submitted to and approved. Contact the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection
District at(909)477-2770 for a copy of the"FD Access—Fire Lanes"standard.
16. Prior to the issuance of any Certificate of Occupancy, the fire lanes shall be installed in accordance with the
approved fire lane plan. The CC&R's or other approved documents shall contain a fire lane map and
provisions that prohibit parking in the fire lanes. The method of enforcement shall be documented. The
CC&R's shall also identify who is responsible for not less than annual inspection and maintenance of all
required fire lanes.
17. New buildings shall post the address with minimum 8-inch numbers on contrasting background, visible from
the street and electrically illuminated during periods of darkness. When the building setback exceeds 200 feet
from the public street an additional non-illuminated 6-inch minimum number address shall be provided at the
property entrance.
18. In multi-unit complexes approved address numbers, and/or building identification letters shall be provided on
the front and back of all units, suites, or buildings. The Fire District shall review and approve the numbering
plan in coordination with the City of Rancho Cucamonga.
F. Combustible Construction Letter
1. Required Note: Prior to the issuance of a building permit for combustible construction, the builder shall submit
a letter to the Fire District on company letterhead stating that the minimum water supply for fire fighting
purposes and the all weather fire protection access roadway that meets Fire District Standards shall be in
place and operational before any combustible material is placed on-site. The roadway shall be maintained at
all times.
G. Architectural Building Plans
1. Prior to approval of a site development/use permit, or the issuance of a building permit, whichever occurs first,
the applicant shall submit plans for the review and approval of the Fire District. Call the Fire Construction
Services Unit at (909)477-2713 for the Fire Safety Site/Architectural Notes to be placed on the plans prior to
submittal.
H. Fire Alarm System
1. An automatic fire alarm (and detection) system is required by RCFPD Ordinance 15, based on use or floor
area,or by another adopted code or standard.
2. Prior to issuance of a building permit, plans for the fire alarm system shall be submitted to Fire Construction
Services for review and approval. No work is allowed without a Fire District permit.
3. Prior to any remodel, modification, additions, or exchange of devices, Fire District approval and a permit are
required. Plans and specifications shall be submitted to Fire Construction Services.
4. Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, the fire alarm (and detection)system(s)shall be tested and
accepted by Fire Construction Services.
I. Fire District Fees Due
1. Fire District fee(s), plus a $1.00 microfilm fee per "plan page" will be due to the Rancho Cucamonga Fire
District as follows:
$82 Start-up fee for commercial, industrial or multi-family dwelling units(Paid prior to TRC)
$132 Conditional Use Perriit Fee(CUP)
$132 for Water Plan Review for Public Fire Protection
$132 for Private Fire Mains or Fire Sprinkler Underground Water Supply
$677(per new building)for Multi-family Residential Development
'Note: Separate plan check fees for tenant improvement work, fire protection systems (fire sprinklers, alarm
systems, fire extinguishing systems, etc.), and/or any consultant reviews will be assessed upon separate
submittals of plans.
J. Hazard Control Permits
1. As noted below Special Permits maybe required, dependent upon intended use:
a. 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, which may be hazardous to life
or property.
b. Operate a place of public assembly.
c. To install any access control device, system, or any material under, upon or within the required fire
district access roadway. This includes any gate, barrier, traffic-calming device, speed bump, speed
hump or any device that delays or slows Fire District response.
d. Compressed gases (storage, handling, or use exceeding 100 cubic feet.
e. Operate dust-producing processes and operations.
f. Flammable and combustible liquid (storage, handling, and/or use).
g. Liquefied petroleum gas (storage, handling, use or transport, exceeding 120 gallons).
h. Hot work operations (welding and cutting operations in any occupancy).
K. Hazardous Materials—Compliance with Disclosure and Reporting Regulations
1. The below listed businesses, operations, uses or conditions require that the San Bernardino County Fire
Department review your Business Emergency/Contingency Plan for compliance with minimum standards.
Contact the San Bernardino County Fire, Hazardous Materials Division at (909) 387-3041 for forms and
assistance. They are the CUPA for the City of Rancho Cucamonga.
2. Any business that uses, generates, processes, produces, treats, stores, emits, or discharges a hazardous
material in quantities at or exceeding 55 gallons, 500 pounds, or 200 cubic feet (compressed gas) at any
one time in the course of a year.
3. All hazardous waste generators, regardless of quantity generated.
4. Any business that handles, stores, or uses Category (1) or (II) pesticides, as defined by FIFRA, regardless
of amount.
5. Any business that handles DOT Hazard Class 1 (explosives,found in 49 CFR) regardless of amount.
6. Any business that handles extremely hazardous substances (EHS's) in quantities exceeding the threshold
planning quantity (T.P.Q.). Extremely Hazardous Substances are designated pursuant to the Emergency
Planning and Community Right to Know Act Section 302, and are listed in 40 CFR Part 355.
7. Any business subject to the Emergency Planning and Community Right to Know Act (EPCRA), also known
as SARA Title III. Generally, EPCRA includes facilities that handle hazardous substances above 10,000
pounds, or extremely hazardous substances above threshold planning quantities. There are some
exceptions, including retail gas stations with up to 75,000 gallons of gasoline or 100,000 gallons of diesel
fuel in Underground Storage Tanks (UST's) that meet the 1998 upgrade requirements. To get more
information on EPCRA requirements call 1-800-535-0202. Due to State disclosure consolidation laws, Tier
II forms need not be submitted to the various State and Federal agencies. Submission of your Business
Emergency/ Contingency Plan will meet this requirement; however, EPCRA does require full annual
inventory submission rather than a certification statement each March 1. Also, EPCRA facilities are bound
by the trade secret limitations of EPCRA, and must sign every page of inventory.
8. Any business that handles radioactive material that is listed in Appendix B of Chapter 1, of 10 CFR.
9. If the facility is a NEW business, a Certificate of Occupancy issued by Building and Safety will not be
finalized until the San Bernardino County Fire Department reviews your Business Emergency/Contingency
Plan. California Government Code, Section 65850.2 prohibits the City from issuing a final Certificate of
Occupancy unless the applicant has met or is meeting specific hazardous material disclosure
requirements. A Risk Management Program (RMP) may also be required if regulated substances are to be
used or stored at the new facility. Contact County Fire, Hazardous Materials Division at (909)387-3041 for
forms and assistance.
10. Any business that operates on rented or leased property, and is required to submit a Plan, is required to
submit a notice to the owner of the property in writing stating that the business is subject to the Business
Emergency/Contingency Plan mandates, and has complied with the provision, and must provide a copy of
the Plan to the property owner within 5 working days after receiving a request from the owner.
11. The Fire Code adopted by the Fire District has a provision requiring collection of information regarding
hazardous materials at facilities for purposes of Fire Code implementation and emergency response. Prior
to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy a copy of the Business Emergency/Contingency Plan - New
Business (Hazardous Materials Release Response Plans and Inventory) shall be submitted to the Fire
District after it is approved by the San Bernardino County Fire Department. In some cases additional
information that is not in the Business Emergency/Contingency Plan may be required in order to support
local fire prevention and emergency response programs.
L. Plan Submittal Required Notice
1. Plans shall be submitted and approved prior to construction in accordance with 1997/98 Building, Fire,
Mechanical, and Plumbing Codes; 1999 Electrical and RCFPD Ordinances FD15 and FD32, Guidelines and
Standards.
NOTE: Separate plan check fees for tenant improvements, fire protection systems and/or any
consultant reviews will be assessed at time of submittal of plans.
Fire District Conditions of Approval-Template
SL 7/24/01 Revision