HomeMy WebLinkAbout03-81 - Resolutions RESOLUTION NO. 03-81
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING APPROVAL
OF GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT DRC2003-00254, A REQUEST TO
INCREASE THE ALLOWABLE NUMBER OF MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL
UNITS IN THE RANCHO CUCAMONGA IASP SUBAREA 18 SPECIFIC
PLAN MIXED-USE LAND USE DESIGNATION, LOCATED ON THE
NORTHWEST CORNER OF 4TH STREET AND MILLIKEN AVENUE, AND
MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF - APN: 0210-082-47.
A. Recitals.
1. JPI Westcoast Development, L.P., filed an application for a General Plan Amendment of
the Mixed-Use Land Use designation of the Subarea 18 Specific Plan, as described in the title of this
Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject amendment is referred to as"the application."
2. On the 11th day of June 2003, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho
Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the application.
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 June 11, 2003, including written and oral staff reports, together with
public testimony, this Commission hereby specifically finds as follows:
a. The application applies to property within the City; and
b. The proposed amendment will not have a significant impact on the environment;
and
C. The proposed amendment is consistent with the flexible land use concept of the
Rancho Cucamonga IASP Subarea 18 Specific Plan.
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 amendment does not conflict with the Land Use Policies of the Rancho
Cucamonga IASP Subarea 18 Specific Plan or the General Plan and will provide for the logical
development of the Specific Plan and the General Plan and with related development; and
b. The amendment promotes the goals and objectives of the Industrial Districts
Chapter of the Development Code; and
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C. The proposed amendment will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, or
welfare or materially injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity; and
d. The subject application is consistent with the objectives of the Rancho Cucamonga
[ASP Subarea 18 Specific Plan, and the purposes of the Rancho Cucamonga IASP Subarea 18
Specific Plan; and
e. The proposed amendment is in conformance with the General Plan.
4. An Environmental Impact Report(EIR)was prepared and certified as a Master EIR for the
Industrial Area Subarea 18 Specific Plan. The California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA)Section
21157.1 provides that the preparation and certification of a Master EIR allows for the limited review
of subsequent projects that were described in the Master EIR as being within the scope of the
reporting accordance with certain requirements. However, because of the changes that are
submitted by this project, an addendum was prepared for said project. An addendum to the Subarea
18 Specific Plan final EIR is appropriate documentation because some changes or additions are
necessary to describe the proposed residential project but none of the conditions described in the
CEQA Guidelines Section 15162 calling for the preparation of a subsequent EIR have occurred. The
Planning Commission has reviewed and considered the attached addendum based on the following
findings:
a. There have not been substantial changes in the project that require major revisions
to the previous EIR because of new significant environmental effects or a substantial increase in
severity of previously identified significant effects.
b. There have not been substantial changes with respect to the circumstances under
which the project is undertaken,which will require major revisions to the previous EIR because of the
involvement of new significant environmental effects or a substantial increase in the severity of
previously identified significant effects.
C. There is no new information of substantial importance, which was not known and
could not have been known with the exercise of reasonable diligence at the time the EIR was
certified as complete, that shows any of the following: 1)the project will have one or more significant
effects not discussed in the previous EIR, 2) significant effects previously examined will be
substantially more severe than shown in the previous EIR, 3) mitigation measures or alternatives
previously found not to be feasible would in fact be feasible, and would substantially reduce one or
mope significant effects of the project but the project proponents decline to adopt the mitigation
measure or alternative, or 4) mitigation measures or alternatives, which are considerably different
from those analyzed in the final EIR would substantially reduce one or more significant effects on the
environment, but the project proponents decline to adopt the mitigation measure or alternative.
5. Based upon the findings and conclusion set forth in paragraphs 1, 2, 3, and 4 above,this
Commission hereby recommends approval of General Plan Amendment DRC2003-00254,as shown
in the staff report.
6. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 11TH DAY OF JUNE 2003.
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 03-81
GPA DRC2003-00254—JPI WESTCOAST DEVELOPMENT, LP.
June 11, 2003
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BY:
` cias, Vice firman
ATTEST:
Dan 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 11th day of June 2003, by the following vote-to-wit:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS: FLETCHER, MACIAS, STEWART
NOES: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: McNIEL
ABSTAIN: COMMISSIONERS McPHAIL
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT
STANDARD CONDITIONS
PROJECT#: DRC2003-00309
SUBJECT: MACY'S DEPARTMENT STORE
APPLICANT: MACYS
LOCATION: VICTORIA GARDENS REGIONAL CENTER
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 Dace
1. The applicant shall agree to defend at his sole expense any action brought against the City,
its agents, officers, or employees, because of the issuance of such approval, or in the
alternative, to relinquish such approval. The applicant shall reimburse the City, its agents,
officers, or employees, for any Court costs and attorney's fees which the City, its agents,
officers, or employees may be required by a court to pay as a result of such action. The City
may, at its sole discretion, participate at its own expense in the defense of any such action
but such participation shall not relieve applicant of his obligations under this condition.
2. Copies of,the signed Planning Commission Resolution of Approval No. 03-80, Standard
Conditions, and all environmental mitigations shall be included on the plans (full size). The
sheet(s) are for information only to all parties involved in the construction/grading activities
and are not required to be wet sealed/stamped by a licensed Engineer/Architect.
B. Time Limits
1. Development/Design Review approval shall expire if building permits are not issued or
approved use has not commenced within 5 years from the date of approval. No extensions
are allowed.
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, the Victoria Community Plan, and the Victoria Gardens
Master Plan.
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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 _L_J_
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. All building numbers and individual units shall be identified in a clear and concise manner,
including proper illumination.
11. 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.
D. Shopping Centers
1. Graffiti shall be removed within 72 hours. ��-
2. The entire site shall be kept free from trash and debris at all times and in no event shall trash
and debris remain for more than 24 hours.
3. All operations and businesses shall be conducted to comply with the following standards
which shall be incorporated into the lease agreements for all tenants:
a. Noise Level - All commercial activities shall not create any noise that would exceed an _/_ J_
exterior noise level of 60 dB during the hours of 10 p.m. until 7 a.m. and 65 dB during
the hours of 7 a.m. until 10 p.m.
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b. Loading and Unloading - No person shall cause the loading, unloading, opening,
closing, or other handling of boxes, crates, containers, building materials, garbage
cans, or other similar objects between the hours of 10 p.m. and 7 a.m. unless
otherwise specified herein, in a manner which would cause a noise disturbance to a
residential area.
4. Textured pavement shall be provided across circulation aisle, pedestrian walkway, and plaza.
They shall be of brick/tile pavers, exposed aggregate, integral color concrete, or any
combination thereof. Full samples shall be submitted for City Planner review and approval
prior to the issuance of building permits.
5. The lighting fixture design shall compliment the architectural program. It shall include the
plaza area lighting fixtures, building lighting fixtures (exterior), and parking lot lighting fixtures.
E. 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.
2. For commercial and industrial projects, paint roll-up doors and service doors to match main
building colors.
F. Parking and Vehicular Access (indicate details on building plans)
1. All parking spaces shall be 9 feet wide by 18 feet long. When a side of any parking space
abuts a building, wall, support column, or other obstruction, the space shall be a minimum of
11 feet wide.
2. All parking lot landscape islands shall have a minimum outside dimension of 6 feet and shall
contain a 12-inch walk adjacent to the parking stall (including curb).
3. All parking spaces shall be double striped per City standards and all driveway aisles,
entrances, and exits shall be striped per City standards.
4. Handicap accessible stalls shall be provided for commercial and office facilities with 25 or
more parking stalls. Designate two percent or one stall; whichever is greater, of the total
number of stalls for use by the handicapped.
5. Motorcycle parking area shall be provided for commercial and office facilities with 25 or more
parking stalls. Developments with over 100 parking stalls shall provide motorcycle parking at
the rate of one percent. The area for motorcycle parking shall be a minimum of 56 square
feet.
G. Trip Reduction
1. Bicycle storage spaces shall be provided in all commercial, office, industrial, and multifamily
residential projects of 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 of 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.
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2. Carpool and vanpool designated off-street parking close to the building shall be provided for
commercial, office, and industrial facilities at the rate of 10 percent of the total parking area.
If covered, the vertical clearance shall be no less than 9 feet.
H. 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 30% within commercial and office projects, shall be specimen size trees - 24-
inch box or larger.
3. Within parking lots, trees shall be planted at a rate of one 15-gallon tree for every three
parking stalls.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. All walls shall be provided with decorative treatment. If located in public maintenance areas,
the design shall be coordinated with the Engineering Division.
7. Tree maintenance criteria shall be developed and submitted for City Planner review and
approval prior to issuance of building permits. These criteria shall encourage the natural
growth characteristics of the selected tree species.
B. 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.
I. 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. A Uniform Sign Program for this development shall be submitted for City Planner review and
approval prior to issuance of building permits.
J. 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:
NOTE: ANY REVISIONS MAY VOID THESE REQUIREMENTS AND NECESSITATE ADDITIONAL REVIEW(S)
K. 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. Contractors must show proof of State and City licenses and Workers' Compensation
coverage to the City prior to permit issuance.
4. Separate permits are required for fencing and/or walls.
5. Business shall not open for operation prior to posting the Certificate of Occupancy issued by
the Building and Safety Division.
6. Developers wishing to participate in the Community Energy Efficiency Program (CEEP) can
contact the Building and Safety Division staff for information and submittal requirements.
L. 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., DRC2003-00309). The applicant shall comply with
the latest adopted California Codes, and all other applicable codes, ordinances, and
regulations in effect at the time of permit application. Contact the Building and Safety
Division for availability of the Code Adoption Ordinance and applicable handouts.
2. Prior to issuance of building permits for a new commercial or industrial development project
or major addition, the applicant shall pay development fees at the established rate. Such
fees may include but are not limited to: City Beautification Fee, Park Fee, Drainage Fee,
Transportation Development Fee, Permit and Plan Check Fees, and School Fees. Applicant
shall provide a copy of the school fees receipt to the Building and Safety Division prior to
permits issuance.
3. Street addresses shall be provided by the Building and Safety Official after tract/parcel map
recordation and prior to issuance of building permits.
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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.
M. New Structures
1. Provide compliance with the California Building Code (CBC) for property line clearances
considering use, area, and fire-resistiveness.
2. Roofing material shall be installed per the manufacturer's "high wind" instructions.
3. Roofing materials shall be Class "A." ��-
4. Exterior walls shall be constructed of the required fire rating in accordance with CBC
Table 5-A
5. Openings in exterior walls shall be protected in accordance with CBC Table 5-A.
6. Provide smoke and heat venting in accordance with CBC Section 906. ��-
7. Upon tenant improvement plan check submittal, additional requirements may be needed.
N. Grading
1. Grading of the subject property shall be in accordance with California Building Code, City ___J__J_
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. The final grading, appropriate certifications and compaction reports shall be completed,
submitted, and approved by the Building and Safety Official prior to the issuance of building
permits.
4. A separate grading plan check submittal is required for all new construction projects and for
existing buildings where improvements being proposed will generate 50 cubic yards or more
of combined cut and fill. The grading plan shall be prepared, stamped, and signed by a
California registered Civil Engineer.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE POLICE DEPARTMENT, (909) 477-2800, FOR
COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
O. 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.
P. Security Hardware
1. 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.
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2. All garage or rolling doors shall have slide bolts or some type of secondary locking devices.
Q. Windows
1. Storefront windows shall be visible to passing pedestrians and traffic.
2. Security glazing is recommended on storefront windows to resist window smashes and
impede entry to burglars.
R. Building Numbering
1. Numbers and the backgrounds shall be of contrasting color and shall be reflective for
nighttime visibility.
2. Developer shall paint roof top numbers on one or more roofs of this development. They shall
be a minimum of three feet in length and two feet in width and of contrasting color to
background. The stencils for this purpose are on loan at the Rancho Cucamonga Police
Department.
S. Alarm Systems
1. Install a burglar alarm system and a panic alarm it 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 Sheriff's 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#: DRC2003-00309
PROJECT#: DRC2003-00309
PROJECT NAME: Macy's
DATE: May 2 2003
PLAN TYPE: Preliminary Review
APPLICANT NAME: K&A Architects
OCCUPANCY CLASS: Group M
FLOOR AREA (S): 175,000 square feet
TYPE CONSTRUCTION: Type V
FIRE PROTECTION
SYSTEM REQUIRED: Sprinklers
LOCATION: Victoria Gardens
FD REVIEW BY: Tim Fejeran Fire Inspector
PLANNER: Brent Le Count
ALL OF THE FOLLOWING STANDARD CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE FIRE SAFETY DIVISION, (909) 477-2770, TO VERIFY
COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING:
RANCHO CUCAMONGA FIRE DISTRICT- STANDARD CONDITIONS & REQUIREMENTS —
General, Procedural, Technical, or Operational Information that shall be Included,
Corrected, or Completed as noted below. The following is applicable to the above
project.
FSC-1 General Requirements for Public and Private Water Supply
1. Minimum Fire Flow with Automatic Fire Sprinklers: The required minimum fire flow for this project is
4000 gallons per minute at a minimum residual pressure of 20 pounds per square inch. This flow reflects
a 50 percent reduction for the installation of an approved automatic fire sprinkler system with central
station monitoring. This requirement is made in accordance with Fire Code Appendix III-A, as amended,
and Fire District Ordinances and Standards.
2. Show Existing Fire Hydrants and Mains: 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.
FSC-2 Private(On-Site) Water and/or Fire Sprinkler Underground Plans for Fire Protection
1. Exceeds Allowable Distance: When any portion of a facility or building is located more than 150-feet
from a fire hydrant located on a public street, as measured by an approved route around the exterior of
the facility or building, 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.
Contact the Fire Safety Division (909)477-2770
2. Number of Fire Hydrants: Provide one fire hydrant for each 1000 gpm of required fire flow or fraction
thereof, subject to standard spacing and distribution requirements. Contact the Fire Safety Division
909 477-2770
3. Fire Sprinkler Underground: Prior to the issuance of a fire sprinkler system permit, the applicant shall
submit construction plans, specifications, and calculations for the fire sprinkler system underground to the
Fire Safety Division for approval. Contact the Fire Safety Division (909)477-2770
FSC-3 Automatic Fire Sprinkler Systems-Technical Comments
1. Required Installations:
Rancho Cucamonga Fire District Ordinance 15 or other adopted code or standard, requires an approved
automatic fire sprinkler system to be installed in any of the following:
a. Commercial or industrial structures greater than 7,500 square feet
Contact the Fire Safety Division 909 477-2770
FSC-4 Fire District Site Access-Technical Comments
1. Access Roadways Defined: Fire District access roadways include public roads, streets, and
highways, as well as private roads, streets, drive aisles and designated fire lanes.
2. Location of Access: All portions of the structure or 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. Landscaped areas, unpaved changes in elevation,
gates,and fences are an obstruction.
3. Private Roadways and Fire Lanes: The minimum specifications for private fire district access roadways
are:
a. The minimum unobstructed width is 26-feet.
b. The inside tum radius shall be 20-feet.
c. The outside tum radius shall be not less than 50-feet.
d. The minimum radius for cul-de-sacs is 45-feet.
e. The minimum vertical clearance is 14 feet,6 inches.
f. At any private entry median, the minimum width of traffic lanes shall be 20-feet.
g. The angle of departure and approach shall not exceed 9 degrees or 20 percent.
h. The maximum grade of the driving surface shall not exceed 12%.
i. Support a minimum load of 70,000 pounds gross vehicle weight(GVW).
4. Fire Lane Identification: All required fire lanes shall be identified by 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 Fire Lanes standard.
FSC-8 Fire Alarm System
1. Required Installation: 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. Refer to Ordinance
15 and/or the California Fire Code for specific requirements.
2. Remodel and Changes: 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.
FSC-10 Hazard Control Permits-Technical Comments
The below indicated permit requirements are based on those permits commonly associated with the
projects operations or building construction. As noted below Special Permits may be required, dependent
upon approved use(s)the applicant must contact the Fire Safety Division for specific information:
Note: Carefully review the items below. There may be significant impact on the proposed project.
Italicized text indicates a Rancho Cucamonga Fire District amendment.
1. General Use Permit shall be required for any activity or operation not specifically described below,
which in the judgment of the Fire Chief is likely to produce conditions that may be hazardous to life or
property.
2. Operate a place of public assembly.
FSC-12 Plan Submittal Required Notice
Required plans shall be submitted and approved prior to construction in accordance with 2000/2001 Building,
Fire, Mechanical, and Plumbing Codes; 1999 Electrical Code; Health and Safety Code; Public Resources
Code; and RCFPD Ordinances FD15 and FD39, Guidelines and Standards.
NOTE: In addition to the fees due at this time please note that separate plan check fees for tenant
improvements, fire protection systems and/or any consultant reviews will be assessed at time of submittal of
plans.
FSC-14 Alternate Materials and Methods
The Fire Safety Division will review requests for alternate materials and methods within the scope of our
authority. The request must be submitted on the Fire District "Application for Altemate Method" form along
with supporting documents. Contact the Fire Safety Division at(909)477-2770 for assistance.
FSC-15 Public Safety Communications
No person shall construct or develop any commercial or industrial building or structure or any part thereof or
cause the same to be done which fails to support adequate radio coverage for City emergency workers,
including, but not limited to firefighters and police. (RCFPD Ord 39,Appendix 1-A Section 9.1).
This building shall be constructed with 2 inch raceways in the walls that can accommodate any cable
necessary to meet this requirement. Such raceways shall include an opening in the roof that allows for
placement of an exterior antenna and access to each floor.
Contact Fire Construction Services at (909) 477-2713 for radio coverage standards, testing procedures and
approved mitigation measures
PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS- Complete the following:
1. Private/On-site Fire Hydrants: 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. Contac the Fire Safety Division for a copy of"Fire District Notes for Underground and
Water Plans"Contact the Fire Safety Division (909)477-2770
2. Private Fire Hydrants/On-site Installation: 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.). A representative of Fire Construction Services shall inspect the installation
and witness hydrant flushing. The builder/developer shall submit final test and inspection report to the
Fire Safety Division. Contact Building and Safety/Fire Construction Services (909)477-2713.
3. Public Fire Hydrants: 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. On the plan show all existing fire hydrants within a 600-foot radius of the
project. Contact the Fire Safety Division (909)477-2770
4. Public Installation: 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 a copy of the Water District inspection report to the Fire Safety Division. Contact Water
District to schedule testing.
PRIOR TO OCCUPANCY OR FINAL INSPECTION- Complete the following:
1. Hydrant Markers: All fire hydrants shall have a blue reflective pavement marker indicating the fire
hydrant location on the street or driveway in accordance with 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. Contact Building and Safety/Fire Construction Services (909)477-2713.
2. Private Fire Hydrants-Final Acceptance: 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.
3. Fire Sprinkler System-Plans and Permit: Plans for the required automatic fire sprinkler system
shall be submitted to Fire Construction Services for review and approval. No work is allowed without
a Fire Construction Services permit. Contact Building and Safety/Fire Construction Services (909)
477-2713.
4. Fire Sprinkler System- Final Inspection: Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, the
fire sprinkler system(s)shall be tested and accepted by Fire Construction Services. Contact Building
and Safety/Fire Construction Services (909)477-2713.
5. Sprinkler Monitoring: 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. Contact
Building and Safety/Fire Construction Services (909)477-2713.
6. Fire Alarm System: 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. Contact Building and Safety/Fire
Construction Services (909)477-2713.
7. Knox Rapid Entry System: 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. Contact Building and Safety/Fire Construction Services
(909)477-2713 for inspection.
8. Fire Lanes: 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&Rs or other approved documents shall contain an
approved fire lane map and provisions that prohibit parking in the fire lanes. The method of enforcement
shall be documented. The CC&Rs shall also identify who is responsible for not less than annual
inspection and maintenance of all required fire lanes. Contact Building and Safety/Fire Construction
Services (909)477-2713.
9. Address-Other Than Single-family: New buildings other than single-family dwellings 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. Contact Building and Safety/Fire Construction Services (909)477-2713.
10. Fire Alarm System-Final Inspection and Testing: 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.
Contact Building and Safety/Fire Construction Services (909)477-2713.
11. Fire District Confidential Business Occupancy Information: The applicant shall complete the
Rancho Cucamonga Fire District"Confidential Business Occupancy Information" Form and submit to
the Fire Safety Division. This form provides contact information for Fire District use in the event of an
emergency at the subject building or property. Contact Fire Safety Division (909)477-2770
Fire District Forms and Letters
Note: If these conditions are part of the final Standard Conditions issued by the Planning Division referenced
Fire District forms and letters are not included. Contact the Fire Safety Division for copies of forms or letters.
The forms and letter are also found in previously issued Fire District comments.
Fire District Review Letter(P&E)-Template
SL 10/31/02 Revision