HomeMy WebLinkAbout03-117 - Resolutions RESOLUTION NO. 03-117
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING VARIANCE
NO. DRC2003-00523 TO ALLOW A PERIMETER BLOCK WALL TO
EXCEED 8 FEET IN HEIGHT UP TO 18 FEET FOR PROPERTY IN THE
MEDIUM RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT (8-14 DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE),
LOCATED AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF BASE LINE ROAD AND
THE SOUTHBOUND 1-15 FREEWAY ONRAMP AND THE SOUTHEAST
CORNER OF BASE LINE ROAD AND ETIWANDA AVENUE,AND MAKING
FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF-APN: 1100-011-02, 03, 04, 05,06,07,
1100-051-01, 02; 1100-021-01;1100-061-01.
A. Recitals.
1. KB Homes Greater Los Angeles, Inc. filed an application for the issuance of Variance
No. DRC2003-00523 as described in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the
subject Variance request is referred to as "the application."
2. On the 27th day of August 2003, 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 August 27, 2003, 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 south side of Base Line Road,
west of the 1-15 Freeway and presently contains three single-family homes and several Eucalyptus
windrows, as well as other ornamental trees and Palms; and
b. The property to the north of the subject site across Base Line Road consists of
vacant land, a landscape nursery, and some single-family residential; the property to the south is
vacant; the property to the east is vacant land and 1-15 Freeway; and the property to the west across
Etiwanda Avenue is a tract of single-family homes and vacant land; and
C. The increase in wall height up to 18 feet is necessary to reduce noise from the
1-15 Freeway to an acceptable level for residential development; and
d. The visual impact of the increase in wall height will be mitigated by providing a
two-tone color scheme and decorative wall material; and
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DRC2003-00523 - KB HOME GREATER LOS ANGELES, INC.
August 27, 2003
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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. That strict or literal interpretation and enforcement of the specified regulations
would result in practical difficulty or unnecessary physical hardship inconsistent with the objectives of
the Development Code and the Etiwanda Specific Plan, in that the only alternative to mitigate
freeway noise without exceeding the 6-foot wall height limit would be to construct very high earthen
berms, which would severely limit the site area available for residential development; and
b. That there are exceptional or extraordinary circumstances or conditions applicable
to the property involved or to the intended use of the property that do not apply generally to other
properties in the same district, in that the site is located adjacent to the 1-15 Freeway, which
generates substantial traffic noise. Freeway noise must be reduced to acceptable levels in order to
permit residential development of the site consistent with noise thresholds established by the
General Plan and the Development Code; and
C. That strict or literal interpretation and enforcement of the specified regulation would
deprive the applicant of privileges enjoyed by the owners of other properties in the same district, in
that compliance with the 6-foot height limit would preclude the site from being developed in concert
with the permitted land uses due to excessive freeway noise; and
d. That the granting of the Variance will not constitute a grant of special privilege
inconsistent with the limitations on other properties classified in the same district, in that most other
properties in the district are not equally impacted by the 1-15 Freeway noise; and
e. That the granting of the Variance will not be detrimental to the public health,safety,
or welfare or materially injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity, in that for the most
part, the walls will not be completely visible to the public and the walls will have a two-tone color
scheme, split-face block, fluted block on the upper course, and split-face cap to soften their
appearance.
4. The Planning Commission hereby finds and determines that the project identified in this
Resolution is categorically exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) of 1970, as amended, and the Guidelines promulgated thereunder, pursuant to
Section 15305 of the State CEQA Guidelines.
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:
Planning Division
1) The design and materials shall include a two-tone color scheme with the darker
color on the base of the walls. Additionally, use a split-face/fluted block design, a
decorative cap, and a vine planting at the base to mitigate visual impact of
excessively high walls along the eastern portion of the property line of Tentative
Tract Map SUBTT16454 and Tentatiave Tract Map SUBTT16455 and a portion of
the north property line of Tract 16455.
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DRC2003-00523 - KB HOME GREATER LOS ANGELES, INC.
August 27, 2003
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2) The design shall include a"step down"transition to standard wall height at ends of
sound walls to the satisfaction of the City Planner.
3) The applicant shall submit certification from an acoustical engineer that all
recommendations of the acoustical report were implemented in construction,
including measurements of interior and exterior noise levels to document
compliance with City standards. Certification shall be submitted to the Building and
Safety Division, prior to final occupancy release of the affected homes.
6. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 27TH DAY OF AUGUST 2003.
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
BY: /Z
Rich Macias, Chairman
ATTEST:
Brad a0ef, ecrdW
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 27th day of August 2003, by the following vote-to-wit:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS: FLETCHER, MACIAS, McNIEL, STEWART
NOES: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
ABSTAIN: COMMISSIONERS: McPHAIL
RANCHO CUCAMONGA FIRE DIPRICT
FIRE SAFETY DIVISION
10500 Civic Center Drive
P.O. Box 807
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91729-0807
(909-477-2770)
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT ANNEXATION
Fire District Plan Review Number: FD-02-0—
Designated Community Facilities District: CFD 85-1/CFD 88-1
As a condition of approval the Rancho Cucamonga Fire District has required that this project be
annexed into the designated Community Facilities District for Fire Protection Services. The Fire
District deems the planning application to be "incomplete" until this form is completed and
received by the Fire Safety Division.
The applicant or his duly authorized representative acknowledges the following:
1. The applicant shall contact the Fire District Administrative Office immediately upon
project approval by the City of Rancho Cucamonga Planning Division to initiate the
annexation.
2. Failure to contact the Administrative Office as required will result in a delay of project
approval and prevent the issuance of building permits.
3. Acknowledgement of this requirement is confirmed by affixing the signature of the project
owner or company officer in the space provided below. NOTE: The original shall be
returned to the Fire Safety Division. NO photocopies or facsimiles will be accepted. NO
EXCEPTIONS.
Acknowledged for: Project Number:
Company or Owner Name
By.
Title:
Print or
Print or Type Type
Date:
Signature Print or Type
Do Not Write Below This Line–Fire District Use Only
Received by RCFD on: By:
Copies to: Planning Specialist
FSD Project File
2. Minimum Fire Flow: The required fire flow for this project is 1750 gallons per minute at a minimum residual
pressure of 20 pounds per square inch. This requirement is made in accordance with Fire Code Appendix III-
A, as amended. Please see "Water Availability'attachment for required verification of fire flow availability for
the proposed project. Contact the Fire Construction Services(909)477-2713
PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS- Complete the following:
1. 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 Construction
Services (909)477-2713
2. 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.
3. Community facilities annexation: Please reference your previous Incompleteness requirements for
section C. Grading and Building permits will not be issued until the annexation process has been
completed contact Janet Walker for annexation requirements at(909)477-2770 ext. 3003.
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. Address Single-family: New single-family dwellings shall post the address with minimum 4-inch numbers on a
contrasting background. The numbers shall be internally or externally illuminated during periods of darkness.
The numbers shall be visible from the street. When building setback from the public roadway exceeds 100 feet,
additional 4-inch numbers shall be displayed at the property entry.
RANCHO CUCAMONGA FIRE DISTRICT
STANDARD CONDITIONS
PROJECT/FILE #: DRC2003-00101 APPLICANT NAME: KB Homes
PROJECT NAME: Lexington at Etiwanda OCCUPANCY CLASS: R-3
LOCATION: 13025 baseline FLOOR AREA(S): 4200 inc. garage
DATE: 8/7/03 TYPE CONSTRUCTION: V-N
PLAN TYPE: SFR FD REVIEW BY: Moises Eskenazi
Type of Fire
PLANNER: Rick Fisher protection None
ALL OF THE FOLLOWING STANDARD CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE FIRE CONSTRUCTION SERVICES, (909) 477-2713, 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. General Guidance for Fire Hydrants: The following provides general guidance for the spacing and location
of fire hydrants. Remember these are the maximum permitted distances between fire hydrants:
a. The maximum distance between fire hydrants in commercial/industrial projects is 300-feet. No portion of
the exterior wall shall be located more than 150-feet from an approved fire hydrant. For cul-de-sacs the
distance shall not exceed 100-feet.
b. The maximum distance between fire hydrants in multi-family residential is 400-feet. No portion of the
exterior wall shall be located more than 200-feet from an approved fire hydrant. For cul-de-sacs the
distance shall not exceed 150-feet.
C. The maximum distance between fire hydrants in single-family residential projects is 500-feet. No portion
of the exterior wall facing the addressed street shall be more than 250-feet from an approved fire
hydrant. For cul-de-sacs the distance shall not exceed 200 ft.
d. For single-family residential projects in the designated Hazardous Fire Area the maximum distance
between fire hydrants is 400-feet. No portion of the exterior wall facing the addressed street shall be
more than 200-feet from an approved fire hydrant. For cul-de-sacs the distance shall not exceed 150 ft.
e. Fire hydrants are to be located:
1. At the entrance(s) to a project from the existing public roadways. This includes subdivisions and
industrial parks.
2. At intersections.
3. On the right side of the street, whenever practical and possible.
4. As required by the Fire Safety Division to meet operational needs.
5. The location of fire hydrants is based upon the operational needs of the Fire District to control a fire.
6. Fire hydrants shall be located a minimum of forty(40)feet from any building.
Contact the Fire Construction Services (909)477-2713
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P. 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. —J—/-
3. Water and sewer plans shall be designed and constructed to meet the requirements of the
Cucamonga County Water District(CCW D),Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District,and the
Environmental Health Department of the County of San Bernardino. A letter of compliance from
the CCW D 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.
Q. General Requirements and Approvals
1. Etiwanda/San Sevaine Area Regional Mainline,Secondary Regional,and Master Plan Drainage �—J—
Fees shall be paid prior to final map approval or prior to building permit issuance if no map is
involved.
2. A non-refundable deposit shall be paid to the City,covering the estimated operating costs for all
new streetlights for the first six months of operation,prior to final map approval or prior to building
permit issuance if no map is involved.
3. Prior to finalization of any development phase,sufficient improvement plans shall be completed
beyond the phase boundaries to assure secondary access and drainage protection to the
satisfaction of the City Engineer. Phase boundaries shall correspond to lot lines shown on the
approved tentative map.
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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Etiwanda Avenue Eucalyptus Red Gum 8' 30'on center 5-gal Fill in
North of Foothill camaldulensis
Boulevard Specific Plan
dictates species
despite parkway
size
Candlewood Pistachia chinensis Chinese 5' 30'on center 15- Fill in
Pistache gal
Emmett Way Select tree from the approved street tree list for Rancho Cucamonga
Internal Street, Select tree from the approved street tree list for Rancho Cucamonga. List each street
provide street as a separate line item within this legend. Coordinate tree selection for Streets'A'and
names 'G'with Tract 16455,located east of subjected project.
`TREES SHALL BE 15-GALLON SIZE UNLESS OTHERWISE APPROVED.
Construction Notes for Street Trees:
1) All street trees are to be planted in accordance with City standard plans.
2) Prior to the commencement of any planting,an agronomic soils report shall be fumished to
the City inspector. Any unusual toxicities or nutrient deficiencies may require backfill soil
amendments, as determined by the City inspector.
3) All street trees are subject to inspection and acceptance by the Engineering Division.
4) Street trees are to be planted per public improvement plans only.
6. Intersection line of sight designs shall be reviewed by the City Engineer for conformance with
adopted policy. On collector or larger streets, lines of sight shall be plotted for all project
intersections, including driveways. Local residential street intersections and commercial or
industrial driveways may have lines of sight plotted as required.
N. Public Maintenance Areas
1. A separate set of landscape and irrigation plans per Engineering Public Works Standards shall _/_J_
be submitted to the City Engineer for review and approval prior to final map approval or issuance
of building permits, whichever occurs first. The following landscaped parkways, medians,
paseos, easements, trails or other areas shall be annexed into the Landscape Maintenance
District: Base Line Road.
2. Public landscape areas are required to incorporate substantial areas(40%)of mortared cobble or _J_J_
other acceptable non-irrigated surfaces.
3. A signed consent and waiver form to join and/or form the appropriate Landscape and Lighting _ _/_J_
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.
4. All required public landscaping and irrigation systems shall be continuously maintained by the
developer until accepted by the City.
5. Parkway landscaping on the following street(s) shall conform to the results of the respective
Beautification Master Plan for Base Line Road and Etiwanda Specific Plan for Etiwanda Avenue.
O. 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.
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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 corners of intersections per City Jam_
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. Street trees, a minimum of 15-gallon size or larger, shall be installed per City Standards in
accordance with the City's street tree program.
5. Install street trees per City street tree design guidelines and standards as follows. The completed ��—
legend and construction notes shall appear on the title page of the street improvement plans.
Where public landscape plans are required,tree installation in those areas shall be per the public
landscape improvement plans.
The City Engineer reserves the right to adjust tree species based upon field conditions and other
variables. For additional information, contact the Project Engineer.
Min.
Grow
Street Name Botanical Name Common Name Space Spacing SlZW Oty.
Base Line Road
East of Haven
Avenue
Foreground tree Magnolia NCN 8' 30'on center 15 Fill in
P.A.8'or greater grandiflora'Samuel triangulated gal.
Sommer'
P.A.less than 8'or Magnolia NCN 3' 20'on center 15- Fill in
under power lines grandiflora'St. triangulated gal
Mary'
Background tree Pinua canariensis Canary Island 8' 25'on center 15- Fill in
P.A.B'or greater Pine minmum gal
informal, use
occasionally
behind
Magnolias
Accent tree work Liguidambar NCN 8' 25'on center 115A- Fill in
with sidewalk styraciflua'Festival'
alignment for
optimum tree
lacement
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APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE ENGINEERING DIVISION, (909) 477-2740, FOR
COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
L. Dedication and Vehicular Access
1. Rights-of-way and easements shall be dedicated to the City for all interior public streets, ��—
community trails,public paseos, public landscape areas,streettrees,traffic signal encroachment
and maintenance, and public drainage facilities as shown on the plans and/or tentative map.
Private easements for non-public facilities (cross-lot drainage, local feeder trails, etc.) shall be
reserved as shown on the plans and/or tentative map.
2. Dedication shall be made of the following rights-of-way on the perimeter streets(measured from
street centerline):
64 total feet on Base Line Road —/�-
50 total feet on Etiwanda Avenue ��-
3. Corner property line cutoffs shall be dedicated per City Standards. ��-
4. 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 tum lane,
a parallel street tree maintenance easement shall be provided.
M. 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:
Curb& A.C. Side- Drive Street Street Comm Median Bike
Street Name Gutter Pvmt walk Appr. Lights Trees Trail Island Trail Other
Base Line Road x x (c) x x x x (e)
Etiwanda Avenue x 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) see special conditions for additional requirements.
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.
C. Pavement striping,marking,traffic signing,street name signing,traffic signal conduit,and _J_J_
interconnect conduit shall be installed to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
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2. A final acoustical report shall be submitted for City Planner review and approval prior to the
issuance of of building permits. The final report shall discuss the level of interior noise attenuation
to below 45 CNEL, the building materials and construction techniques provided, and if
appropriate,verify the adequacy of the mitigation measures. The building plans will be checked
for conformance with the mitigation measures contained in the final report.
3. The applicant shall submit certification from an acoustical engineer that all recommendations of
the acoustical report were implemented in construction, including measurements of interior and
exterior noise levels to document compliance with City standards. Certification shall be
submitted to the Building&Safety Division prior to final occupancy release of the affected homes.
4. Mitigation measures are required for the project. The applicant is responsible for the cost of Jam_
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 $719.00 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.
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)
J. Site Development
1. Street addresses shall be provided by the Building and Safety Official after tract1parcel map
recordation and prior to issuance of building permits.
K. Grading
1. Grading of the subject property shall be in accordance with California Building Code,City Grading
Standards, and 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, appropriate certifications and compaction reports shall be completed,
submitted, and approved by the Building and Safety Official prior to the issuance of building
permits.
5. A separate grading plan check submittal is required for all new construction projects and for
existing buildings where improvements being proposed will generate 50 cubic yards or more of
combined cut and fill. The grading plan shall be prepared,stamped,and signed by a Califomia
registered Civil Engineer.
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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. All private slopes of 5 feet or more in vertical height and of 5:1 or greater slope,but less than 2:1
slope,shall be,at minimum, irrigated and landscaped with appropriate ground cover for erosion
control. Slope planting required by this section shall include a permanent irrigation system to be
installed by the developer prior to occupancy.
3. All private slopes in excess of 5 feet, but less than 8 feet in vertical height and of 2:1 or greater �—J—
slope shall be landscaped and irrigated for erosion control and to soften their appearance as
follows: one 15-gallon or larger size tree per each 150 sq.ft.of slope area 1-gallon or larger size
shrub per each 100 sq.ft.of slope area,and appropriate ground cover. In addition,slope banks
in excess of 8 feet in vertical height and 2:1 or greater slope shall also include one 5-gallon or
larger size tree per each 250 sq. ft. of slope area. Trees and shrubs shall be planted in
staggered clusters to soften and vary slope plane. Slope planting required by this section shall
include a permanent irrigation system to be installed by the developer prior to occupancy.
4. For single-family residential development, all slope planting and irrigation shall be continuously
maintained in a healthy and thriving condition by the developer until each individual unit is sold
and occupied by the buyer. Prior to releasing occupancy for those units,an inspection shall be
conducted by the Planning Division to determine that they are in satisfactory condition.
5. Front yard and corner side yard landscaping and irrigation shall be required per the Development
Code and the Etiwanda Specific Plan.This requirement shall be in addition to the required street
trees and slope planting.
6. The final design of the perimeter parkways,walls,landscaping,and sidewalks shall be included in
the required landscape plans and shall be subject to City Planner review and approval and
coordinated for consistency with any parkway landscaping plan which may be required by the
Engineering Division.
7. Special landscape features such as mounding, alluvial rock, specimen size trees, meandering
sidewalks (with horizontal change), and intensified landscaping, is required along Base Line
Road and Etiwanda Avenue.
8. 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.
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.
H. Environmental
1. The developer shall provide each prospective buyer written notice of the 210 and 1-15 Freeways
in a standard format as determined by the City Planner, prior to accepting a cash deposit on any
property.
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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. 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.
8. 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.
9. 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.
10. The project contains a designated Historical Landmark. The site shall be developed and
maintained in accordance with Historic Landmark Alteration Permit No. DRC2003-00103 Any
further modifications to the site including, but not limited to, exterior alterations and/or interior
alterations which affect the exterior of the buildings or structures, removal of landmark trees,
demolition, relocation, reconstruction of buildings or structures, or changes to the site, shall
require a modification to the Historic Landmark Alteration Permit subject to Historic Preservation
Commission review and approval.
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.
12. 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.
D. Parking and Vehicular Access (indicate details on building plans)
1. Multiple car garage driveways shall be tapered down to a standard two-car width at street.
2. On flag lots, use a 12-foot driveway within flag to maximize landscape area.
E. Trip Reduction
1. Transit improvements such as bus shelters, bus pullouts, and bus pads shall be provided. Bus
shelters shall also include an adjoining bike rack(minimum 3 capacity)on a concrete pad. Bus
shelter shall be located outside public right-of-way and shall be privately maintained.
SC-07-03 2
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
- DEPARTMENT
STANDARD CONDITIONS
PROJECT#: SUBTT16454
SUBJECT: TENTATIVE TRACT MAP FOR 117 SINGLE-FAMILY LOTS
APPLICANT: KB HOMES GREATER LOS ANGELES, INC.
LOCATION: SOUTHEAST CORNER OFBASE LINE ROAD AND ETIWANDA AVENUE
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 —J�—
agents,officers,or employees,because of the issuance of such approval,or in the aftemative,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.
B. Time Limits
1. This tentative tract map or tentative parcel map shall expire, unless extended by the Planning
Commission, unless a complete final map is filed with the City Engineer within 3 years from the
date of the approval.
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 Etiwanda Specific Plan, and the Community Plan.
2. Prior to any use of the project site or business activity being commenced thereon,all Conditions _J_J—
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.
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Mitigation Measures No.I Responsible
Monitoringof Method of Verified Sanctions for
MonitoringImplementing Action for Date/initials Non-Compliance
Prior to issuance of grading or paving permits, the CE B/C/D Review of plans A/C 2/4
applicant shall submit to the City Engineer a Notice of
Intent(NO])to complywith obtaining coverage under the
National Pollution Discharge Elimination System
(NPDES) General Construction Storm Water Permit
from the State Water Resources Control Board.
Evidence that this has been obtained (i.e.,a copy of the
Waste Dischargers Identification Number) shall be
submitted to the City Engineer for coverage under the
NPDES General Construction Permit.
Key to Checklist Abbreviations
Responsible Person 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 Agency Permit/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
7-Cita on
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Implementing Action for Monitoring Frequency Verification Verification Date flnitials Non-Compliance
Grading operations shall be suspended when wind BO/CE C During A 4
speeds exceed 25 mph to minimize PM,a emissions Construction
from the site during such episodes.
Chemical soil-stabilizers (approved by SCAQMD and BO/CE C Review of A/C 4
RWQCB) shall be applied to all inactive construction Plans/During
areas that remain inactive for 96 hours or more to Construction
reduce PM,o emissions.
-Hydrology and Water Quality., ZO
Prior to issuance of grading permits, the applicant shall CE B/C/D Review of plans A/C 2/4
prepare a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Program
(SWPPP) that identifies Best Management Practices
(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.
Structures to retain precipitation and runoff on-site shall CE B/C/D Review of plans A/C 2/4
be integrated into the design of the project where
appropriate. Measures that may be used to minimize
runoff and to enhance infiltration include Dutch drains,
precast concrete lattice blocks and bricks, terraces,
diversions,runoff spreaders,seepage pits,and recharge
basins.
Prior to issuance of building permits,the applicant shall CE B/C/D Review of plans A/C 2/4
submit to the City Engineer for approval of a Water
Quality Management Plan(W QMP), including a,project
description and identifying BMPs that will be used on-
site to reduce pollutants into the storm drain system to
the maximum extent practicable. The WQMP shall
identify the structural and non-structural measures
consistent with the Guidelines for New Development and
Redevelopment adopted by the City of Rancho
Cucamonga in June 2000.
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Mitigation . . . . .
Implementing Action for Monitoring Frequency Verification Verification Date/initials Non-Compliance
• Consider establishing provisions to require CP/BO C Review of A/D 3/4
incorporation of archaeological sites within new Report
developments, using their special qualities as a
theme or focal point.
• Pursue educating the public about the area's CP/BO C Review of A/D 3/4
archaeological heritage. Report
• Propose mitigation measures and recommend CP/BO C Review of A/D 3/4
conditions of approval to eliminate adverse project Report
effects on significant, important, and. unique
prehistoric resources, following appropriate CEQA
guidelines.
• Prepare a technical resources management report, CP C Review of A/D 3/4
documenting the inventory, evaluation, and Report
proposed mitigation of resources within the project
area. Submit one copy of the completed report,with
original illustrations, to the San Bernardino County
Archaeological Information Center for permanent
archiving.
The Bartholow House shall be made habitable,including, CP D Review of D 3
but not limited to, roofing and structural repairs, Report
electrical, and plumbing, to the satisfaction of the City
Planner.
The new detached garage shall be designed with CP D Review of D 3
compatible color, materials, and architectural style, as Report
the existing Bartholow House,to the satisfaction of City
Planner.
Geologic Problems
The site shall be treated with water or other BO/CE C Review of A/C 4
soil-stabilizing agent (approved by SCAQMD and Plans/During
RWQCB)daily to reduce PM,o emissions,in accordance Construction
with SCAQMD Rule 403.
Frontage public streets shall be swept according to a CE C During A 4
schedule established by the City to reduce PM,o Construction
emissions associated with vehicle tracking of soil off-
site. Timing may vary depending upon time of year of
construction.
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Responsible g of Method of Verified Sanctions for
Implementing Action for Monitoring Frequency Verification Verification Date/initials Non-Compliance
.'Cultural Resources `
A qualified paleontologist shall conduct a preconstruction CP B Review of A/D 4
field survey of the project site. The paleontologist shall Report
submit a report of findings that will also provide specific
recommendations regarding further mitigation measures
(i.e., paleontological monitoring) that may be
appropriate.Where mitigation monitoring is appropriate,
the program must include, but not be limited to, the
following measures:
• Assign a paleontological monitor, trained and CP B Review of AID 4
equipped to allow the rapid removal of fossils with Report
minimal construction delay, to the site full-time
during the interval of earth-disturbing activities.
• Should fossils be found within an area being cleared BO B/C Review of AID 4
or graded, divert earth-disturbing activities Report
elsewhere until the monitor has completed salvage.
If construction personnel make the discovery, the
grading contractor should immediately divert
construction and notify the monitor of the find.
• Submit summary report to City of Rancho CP D Review of D 3
Cucamonga. Transfer collected specimens with a Report
copy of the report to San Bernardino County
Museum.
If any prehistoric archaeological resources are
encountered before or during grading,the developer will
retain a qualified archaeologist to monitor construction
activities, to take appropriate measures to protect or
preserve them for study. With the assistance of the
archaeologist, the City of Rancho Cucamonga will:
• Enact interim measures to protect undesignated CPIBO C Review of A/D 3/4
sites from demolition or significant modification Report
without an opportunity for the City to establish its
archaeological value.
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Responsible
ementing Action for Monitoring Method
FrequencyDate/initials Non-Compliance
Construction or grading shall not take place between the BO C During A 4
hours of 8:00 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. on weekdays, Construction
including Saturday, or at any time on Sunday or a
national holiday.
Construction or grading noise levels shall not exceed the CP C During A 4
standards specified in Development Code Section Construction
17.02.120-D, as measured at the property line.
Developer shall hire a consultant to perform weekly
noise level monitoring as specified in Development
Code Section 17.02.120. Monitoring at other times may
be required by the Planning Division. Said consultant
shall report their findings to the Planning Division within
24 hours; however, if noise levels exceed the above
standards, then the consultant shall immediately notify
the Planning Division. If noise levels exceed the above
standards,then construction activities shall be reduced
in intensity to a level of compliance with above noise
standards or halted.
The perimeter block wall shall be constructed as early CP C During A A
as possible in first phase. Construction
Haul truck deliveries shall not take place between the POGO C During A 4f7
hours of 8:00 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. on weekdays, Construction
including Saturday, or at any time on Sunday or a
national holiday. Additionally, if heavy trucks used for
hauling would exceed 100 daily trips (counting both to
and from the construction site),then the developer shall
prepare a noise mitigation plan denoting any
construction traffic haul routes. To the extent feasible,
the plan shall denote haul routes that do not pass
sensitive land uses or residential dwellings.
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Implementing Action for Monitoring Frequency Verification Verification Date/initials Non-Compliance
Noise-
A sound wall at least 18 feet high relative to the existing CP C During A 4/7
grade must be erected along the entire freewayfrontage Construction
of the project site.
Sound walls at least 8 feet high relative to each pad CP C During A 4/7
grade must be erected along the entire Base Line Road Construction
frontage.
Sound walls at least 6 feet high relative to each pad CP C During A 4
grade must be erected along the entire Etiwanda Construction
Avenue frontage.
Sound walls at least 8 feet high relative to the pad grade CP C During A 4
must be erected around the east and south sides of Lots Construction
101.
Required noise barriers shall be constructed using any BO C During A 4
of the following materials: Masonry block, stucco on Construction
wood frame, '/.-inch plywood, '/,inch glass or %cinch
LEXAN, earthen berm, or a combination of these
materials or any material with a surface weight of at
least 3.5 pounds per square foot.
Each completed noise control barrier must present a BO C During A 4
solid face from top-to-bottom. Cutouts and openings Construction
are not permitted except for drain holes.
Sound Transmission Class 30 glazing shall be added to BO C During A 4
all first and second floor rooms with any view of Construction
Etiwanda Avenue from Lots 8,9,24,25,42,43,and 62.
Sound Transmission Class 32 glazing shall be added to BO C During A 4
all first floor rooms with any view of the freeway sound Construction
wall from Lots 100 through 116.
Sound Transmission Class 34 glazing shall be added to BO C During A 4
all second floor rooms with any view of Base Line Road Construction
from Lots 1 through 8.
Sound Transmission Class 36 glazing shall be added to BO C During A 4
all second floor rooms with any view of the freeway Construction
sound wall from Lots 100 through 117.
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Responsible . . Timing of Method .
Implementing Action for Monitoring Frequency Verification Verification Date/initials Non-Compliance
All residential and commercial structures shall be BO C/D Review of Plans C 2/4
required to incorporate high efficiency/low polluting
heating,air conditioning,appliances,and water heaters.
All residential and commercial structures shall be BO C/D Review of Plans C 2/4
required to incorporate thermal pane windows and
weather-stripping.
Biological
Burrowing Owl: Prior to construction, a survey shall be CP B Review of C/D 2
conducted to determine burrowing owl presence or Plans/Prior to
absence. If present, the California Department of Fish construction
and Game requires that burrows being utilized by
burrowing owls be mitigated 2:1 off-site. This entails the
passive or active relocation of the owls by a qualified
biologist and the construction of artificial burrows in a
protected off-site location.
Nesting Birds: Prior to the commencement of tree CP B Review of C/D 2
removal during the nesting season (February-July), all Plans/Prior to
suitable habitat shall be thoroughly surveyed for the construction
presence of nesting birds by a qualified biologist. If any
active nests are detected,the area shall be flagged and
avoided until the nesting cycle is complete.In addition,a
biologist shall be present on the site to monitor the tree
removal and grading to ensure that no trees with active
nests are disturbed.
OR
Tree removal and grading shall be delayed until after the
breeding season (September-January). This would
ensure that no active nests would be disturbed.
AII heritage trees scheduled for removal shall be CP B Review of A/C 3
replaced with the largest nursery grown trees available Plans/Prior to
as determined by the City Planner. All Eucalyptus construction
windrow trees scheduled for removal shall be replaced
with Eucalyptus maculata (Spotted Gum),minimum 15-
gallon size, and planted 8 feet on center, along the
project perimeter in accordance with Etiwanda Specific
Plan.
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Mitigation •
. Responsible Monitoring Timing of Method of Verified Sanctions for
Implementing Actionfor Monitoring Frequency • Date/initials Non-Compliance
• Pave or apply gravel to any on-site haul roads. CE C Review of Plans A/C 2/4
• Phase grading to prevent the susceptibility of large CE C Review of Plans A/C 2/4
areas to erosion over extended periods of time.
• Schedule activities to minimize the amounts of CE C Review of Plans A/C 2/4
exposed excavated soil during and after the end of
work periods.
• Dispose of surplus excavated material in CE C Review of Plans A 4
accordance with local ordinances and use sound
engineering practices.
• Sweep streets according to a schedule established CE C Review of Plans A 4
by the City if silt is carried over to adjacent public
thoroughfares or occurs as a result of hauling.
Timing may vary depending upon time of year of
construction.
• Suspend grading operations during high winds(i.e., CE C Review of Plans A 4
wind speeds exceeding 25 mph)in accordance with
Rule 403 requirements.
• Maintain a minimum 24-inch freeboard ratio on soils CE C Review of Plans A 4
haul trucks or cover payloads using tarps or other
suitable means.
The site shall be treated with water or other soil BO/CE C Review of PJC 4
stabilizing agent (approved by SCAQMD and Regional Plans/During
Water Quality Control Board[RWQCB])daily to reduce Construction
PM,o emissions,in accordance with SCAQMD Rule 403.
Chemical soil-stabilizers (approved by SCAQMD and BO/CE C Review of A/C 4
RWQCB) shall be applied to all inactive construction Plans/During
areas that remain inactive for 96 hours or more to Construction
reduce PMIO emissions.
The construction contractor shall utilize electric or clean CE C Review of Plans A/C 4
alternative fuel powered equipment where feasible.
The construction contractor shall ensure that CE C Review of Plans A/C 2/4
construction-grading plans include a statement that work
crews will shut off equipment when not in use.
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MITIGATION MONITORING CHECKLIST (INITIAL STUDY PART III)
Project File No.: SUBTT16454 AND DRC2003-00101 Applicant: KB Home
Initial Study Prepared by: Lilburn/City of Rancho Cucamonga Date: August 20, 2003
MethodMitigation Measures No. Responsible Monitoring Timing of of Verified Sanctions for
Implementing Action for Monitoring Frequency Verification Verification Date/initials Non-Compliance
Air Quality
All construction equipment shall be maintained in good CP C Review of Plans A/C 2/4
operating condition so as to reduce operational
emissions. The contractor shall ensure that all
construction equipment is being properly serviced and
maintained as per manufacturers' specifications.
Maintenance records shall be available at the
construction site for City verification.
Prior to the issuance of any grading permits, the CP/CE C Review of Plans C 2
developer shall submit construction plans to the City
denoting the proposed schedule and projected
equipment use. Construction contractors shall provide
evidence that low emission mobile construction
equipment will be utilized, or that their use was
investigated and found to be infeasible for the project.
Contractors shall also conform to any construction
measures imposed by the South Coast Air Quality
Management District (SCAQMD) as well as City
Planning Staff.
All paints and coatings shall meet or exceed CP C Review of Plans A/C 2/4
performance standards noted in SCAQMD Rule 1113.
Paints and coatings shall be applied either by hand or
high volume, low-pressure spray.
All asphalt shall meet or exceed performance standards BO B Review of Plans A/C 2
noted in SCAQMD Rule 1108.
All construction equipment shall comply with SCAQMD CE C Review of Plans A/C 2/4
Rules 402 and 403. Additionally, contractors shall
include the following provisions:
Reestablish ground cover on the construction site CE C Review of Plans A/C 2/4
through seeding and watering.
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