HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-40 - Resolutions RESOLUTION NO. 04-40
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DEVELOPMENT
REVIEW NO. DRC2003-01001, FOR 4 PROFESSIONAL OFFICE
BUILDINGS, TOTALING 66,190 SQUARE FEET ON 4.27 ACRES IN THE
HAVEN AVENUE OVERLAY DISTRICT AND INDUSTRIAL PARK DISTRICT,
LOCATED ON THE EAST SIDE OF HAVEN AVENUE APPROXIMATELY 660
FEET SOUTH OF 6TH STREET; AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT
THEREOF - APN: 0210-081-26
A. Recitals.
1. Williams Chiao Architects, LLP, filed an application for the approval of Development
Review DRC2003-01001, as described in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution,
the subject Development Review request is referred to as "the application."
2. On the 14th day of April 2004, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho
Cucamonga conducted a meeting to consider 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 April 14, 2004, including written and oral staff reports, this Commission
hereby specifically finds as follows:
a. The application applies to vacant property located on the east side of Haven
Avenue and generally south of 6th Street; and
b. The site is presently vacant with non-native, sparse vegetation covering the majority
of the site. To the north of the site is Haven Building Materials supply yard. To the east is vacant
land and to the south is vacant land with the Trademark office/industrial park directly south. Across
Haven Avenue to the west is vacant land; and
C. The application is in conjunction with the subdivision of 4.27 acres into 4 parcels
ranging in size from .92 acre to 1.66 acre; and.
d. The project, together with the recommended conditions of approval, meets or
exceeds all minimum development standards for the City of Rancho Cucamonga; and
e. The project will provide warehousing/distribution and manufacturing facilities for
industrial uses of incubator and start-up to moderate size, conveniently located relative to the
industrial area and regional circulation routes; and
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f. The architectural design of the project incorporates stonework, reflective glazing,
plaster accents, and metal work. Each building has 360-degree architecture, thereby meeting the
design goals of the Industrial Park District by providing a high-level of architectural design with
building entrances that are well articulated.
3. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the above-
referenced meeting and upon the specific findings of facts set forth in paragraphs 1 and 2 above,this
Commission hereby finds and concludes as follows:
a. The proposed project is consistent with the objectives of the General Plan; and
b. The proposed use is in accord with the objectives of the Development Code and the
purposes of the district in which the site is located; and
C. The proposed use is in compliance with each of the applicable provisions of the
Development Code; and
d. The proposed use, together with the conditions applicable thereto, will not be
detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare or materially injurious to properties or
improvements in the vicinity.
4. Based upon the facts and information contained in the proposed Mitigated Negative
Declaration, together with all written and oral reports included for the environmental assessment for
the application, the Planning Commission finds that there is no substantial evidence that the project
will have a significant effect upon the environment and adopts a Mitigated Negative Declaration and
Monitoring Program attached hereto, and incorporated herein by this reference, based upon the
findings as follows:
a. That the Mitigated Negative Declaration has been prepared in compliance with the
California Environmental Quality Act of 1970, as amended, and the State CEQA guidelines
promulgated thereunder; that said Mitigated Negative Declaration and the Initial Study prepared
therefore reflect the independent judgment of the Planning Commission; and, further, this
Commission has reviewed and considered the information contained in said Mitigated Negative
Declaration with regard to the application.
b. Although the Mitigated Negative Declaration identifies certain significant
environmental effects that will result if the project is approved, all significant effects have been
reduced to an acceptable level by imposition of mitigation measures on the project,which are listed
below as conditions of approval.
C. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 753.5(c) of Title 14 of the California Code of
Regulations, the Planning Commission finds as follows: In considering the record as a whole, the
Initial Study and Mitigated Negative Declaration for the Project, there is no evidence that the
proposed project will have potential for an adverse impact upon wildlife resources orthe habitat upon
which wildlife depends. Further, based upon the substantial evidence contained in the Mitigated
Negative Declaration, the staff reports and exhibits, and the information provided to the Planning
Commission during the public hearing, the Planning Commission hereby rebuts the presumption of
adverse effect as set forth in Section 753.5(c-1-d) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations.
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5. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth in paragraphs 1, 2, 3, and 4 above,
this Commission hereby approves the application subject to each and every condition set forth below
and in the Standard Conditions, attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference:
Planning Division
1. Undulating berms shall be provided in the landscaped setback area
along Haven Avenue. Berms shall have an average height of 3 feet,
and final design shall be subject to City Planner review and approval.
The precise Grading Plan submitted for plan check shall indicate the
required berming.
2. Tables, chairs, and shade shall be provided in each employee outdoor
eating area.
3. A uniform hardscape and street furniture design including seating
benches, trash receptacles, free-standing potted plants, bike racks,
light bollards, etc., shall be utilized and be compatible with the
architectural style. Detailed designs shall be submitted for Planning
Division review and approval prior to the issuance of building permits.
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. All future building pads shall be seeded and irrigated for erosion control.
Detailed plans shall be included in the landscape and irrigation plans to
be submitted for Planning Division approval prior to the issuance of
building permits.
6. 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.
Engineering Division
1) Haven Avenue frontage improvements to be in accordance with City
Major Divided Arterial standards including:
a) Provide and/or protect existing curb and gutter, curvilinear
sidewalk, and streetlights.
b) Provide right tum lane for drive approach.
c) Protect or replace existing R26(s) "No Stopping" signs.
d) Protect or replace traffic striping and signage, as required.
e) No new openings in Haven Avenue median.
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2) An in-lieu fee as contribution to the future undergrounding of the
existing overhead utilities(telecommunications and electrical, except for
the 66KV electrical)on the opposite side of Haven Avenue shall be paid
to the City prior to the approval of the final Parcel Map or issuance of
building permits, whichever occurs first. The fee shall be one-half the
City adopted unit times the length of the project frontage.
3) Conduit for a future fiber optic cable link shall be installed within the
parkway to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
4) Provide a Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP), to the satisfaction
of the City Engineer, and identify applicable Best Management
Practices (BMPs) on the grading plan.
5) Maintenance of BMPs identified in the WQMP shall be addressed in the
project Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions (CC&Rs).
6) In the event adjacent property owner develops with alternate design
that includes extending Winston Avenue, this developer shall deposit
sufficient cash to reimburse an adjacent developer for half the cost of
constructing a street along the entire project frontage. Said deposit, or
unused portions thereof, will be reimbursed once adjacent
improvements have been installed.
7) This development shall make a good faith effort to acquire the required
drainage easement from the property to the east, prior to final map
approval or issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, whichever comes
first.
6) The final Parcel Map SUBTPM16323 shall be approved and recorded,
prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
Environmental Mitigation
Air Quality
1) All construction equipment shall be maintained in good operating
condition so as to reduce operational emissions. 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.
2) Prior to the issuance of any grading permits, developer shall submit
construction plans to City denoting the proposed schedule and
projected equipment use. Construction contractors shall provide
evidence that low emission mobile construction equipment will be
utilized, orthat their use was investigated and found to be infeasible for
the project. Contractors shall also conform to any construction
measures imposed by the Southern California Air Quality Management
District (SCAQMD) as well as City Planning Staff.
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3) All paints and coatings shall meet or exceed performance standards
noted in SCAQMD Rule 1113. Paints and coatings shall be applied
either by hand or high volume, low-pressure spray.
4) All asphalt shall meet or exceed performance standards noted in
SCAQMD Rule 1108.
5) All construction equipment shall comply with SCAQMD Rules 402 and
403. Additionally, contractors shall include the following provisions:
• Reestablish ground cover on the construction site through
seeding and watering.
• Pave or apply gravel to any on-site haul roads.
• Phase grading to prevent the susceptibility of large areas to
erosion over extended periods of time.
• Schedule activities to minimize the amounts of exposed
excavated soil during and after the end of work periods.
• Dispose of surplus excavated material in accordance with local
ordinances and use sound engineering practices.
• Sweep streets according to a schedule established 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.,wind speeds
exceeding 25 mph) in accordance with Rule 403 requirements.
• Maintain a minimum 24-inch freeboard ratio on soils haul trucks or
cover payloads using tarps or other suitable means.
6) The site shall be treated with water or other soil stabilizing agent
(approved by SCAQMD and Regional Water Quality Control Board
[RWQCB]) daily to reduce PM10 emissions, in accordance with
SCAQMD Rule 403.
7) Chemical soil stabilizers(approved by SCAQMD and RWQCB)shall be
applied to all inactive construction areas that remain inactive for 96
hours or more to reduce PM10 emissions.
8) The construction contractor shall utilize electric or clean alternative fuel
powered equipment where feasible.
9) The construction contractor shall ensure that construction-grading
plans include a statement that work crews will shut off equipment when
not in use.
10) All industrial and commercial facilities shall post signs requiring that
trucks shall not be left idling for prolonged periods (i.e., in excess of 10
minutes).
11) All industrial and commercial facilities shall designate preferential
parking for vanpools.
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12) All industrial and commercial site tenants with 50 or more employees
shall be required to post both bus and Metrolink schedules in
conspicuous areas.
13) All industrial and commercial site tenants with 50 or more employees
shall be required to configure their operating schedules around the
Metrolink schedule to the extent reasonably feasible.
14) All residential and commercial structures shall be required to
incorporate high efficiency/low polluting heating, air conditioning,
appliances and water heaters.
15) All residential and commercial structures shall be required to
incorporate thermal pane windows and weather-stripping.
Cultural Resources
1) 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 sites from
demolition or significant modification without an opportunity for
the City to establish its archaeological value.
• Consider establishing provisions to require incorporation of
archaeological sites within new developments, using their special
qualities as a theme or focal point.
• Pursue educating the public about the archaeological heritage of
the area.
• Propose mitigation measures and recommend conditions of
approval to eliminate adverse project effects on significant,
important, and unique prehistoric resources,following appropriate
CEQA guidelines.
• Prepare a technical resources management report, documenting
the inventory, evaluation, and 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.
2) A qualified paleontologist shall conduct a preconstruction field survey of
the project site. The paleontologist shall 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:
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• Assign a paleontological monitor, trained and equipped to allow
the rapid removal of fossils with minimal construction delay,to the
site full-time during the interval of earth-disturbing activities.
• Should fossils be found within an area being cleared or graded,
divert earth-disturbing activities 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 Cucamonga. Transfer
collected specimens with a copy of the report to San Bernardino
County Museum.
Geology and Soils
1) The site shall be treated with water or other soil stabilizing agent
(approved by SCAQMD and RWQCB)daily to reduce PM10 emissions,
in accordance with SCAQMD Rule 403.
2) Frontage public streets shall be swept according to a schedule
established by the City to reduce PM10 emissions associated with
vehicle tracking of soil off-site. Timing may vary depending upon time
of year of construction.
3) Grading operations shall be suspended when wind speeds exceed
25 mph to minimize PM10 emissions from the site during such
episodes.
4) Chemical soil stabilizers(approved by SCAQMD and RWQCB)shall be
applied to all inactive construction areas that remain inactive for 96
hours or more to reduce PM10 emissions.
Hydrology and Water Quality
1) Structures to retain precipitation and runoff on-site shall 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.
2) Prior to issuance of grading permits, the applicant shall prepare a
Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPP)that identifies 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.
3) Source control of BMPs (ID number SD-10: Site Design, SD-11: Roof
Runoff, SD-12: Efficient Irrigation, and SD-32: Trash Enclosures), shall
be indicated on the precise Grading Plans submitted for Plan Check.
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4) Treatment Control BMPs (number TC-30 Vegetated Swale) shall be
indicated on the precise Grading Plan submitted for plan check.
5) BMPs (number MP MP-40: Media Filter) shall be indicated on the
precise Grading Plan submitted for plan check.
6) Prior to issuance of building permits, the applicant shall submit to the
City Engineer for approval of a Water Quality Management Plan
(WQMP), including a project description and identifying Best
Management Practices (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.
7) Prior to issuance of grading or paving permits, applicant shall submitto
the City Engineer a Notice of Intent (NOI) to comply with 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.
Noise
1) Construction or grading shall not take place between the hours of 8:00
p.m. and 6:30 a.m. on weekdays, including Saturday, or at any time on
Sunday or a national holiday.
2) Construction or grading noise levels shall not exceed the standards
specified in Development Code Section 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.
6. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 14TH DAY OF APRIL 2004.
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 04-40
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BY:
Richard Macias, Chairman
ATTEST:
Brad 5P ecret
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 14th day of April 2004, by the following vote-to-wit:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS: FLETCHER, MACIAS, McNIEL, STEWART
NOES: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: McPHAIL
City of Rancho Cucamonga
MITIGATION MONITORING
in PROGRAM
Project File No.: Development Review DRC2003-01001 and Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM16323
This Mitigation Monitoring Program (MMP)has been prepared for use in implementing the mitigation
measures identified in the Mitigated Negative Declaration for the above-listed project. This program
has been prepared in compliance with State law to ensure that adopted mitigation measures are
implemented (Section 21081.6 of the Public Resources Code).
Program Components - This MMP contains the following elements:
1. Conditions of approval that act as impact mitigation measures are recorded with the action and
the procedure necessaryto ensure compliance.The mitigation measure conditions of approval
are contained in the adopted Resolution of Approval for the project.
2. A procedure of compliance and verification has been outlined for each action necessary. This
procedure designates who will take action, what action will be taken and when, and to whom
and when compliance will be reported.
3. The MMP has been designed to provide focused, yet flexible guidelines. As monitoring
progresses, changes to compliance procedures may be necessary based upon
recommendations by those responsible for the program.
Program Management - The MMP will be in place through all phases of the project. The project
planner, assigned by the City Planner, shall coordinate enforcement of the MMP. The project
planner oversees the MMP and reviews the Reporting Forms to ensure they are filled out correctly
and proper action is taken on each mitigation. Each City department shall ensure compliance of the
conditions (mitigation) that relate to that department.
Procedures -The following steps will be followed by the City of Rancho Cucamonga.
1. A fee covering all costs and expenses, including any consultants' fees, incurred by the City in
performing monitoring or reporting programs shall be charged to the applicant.
2. A MMP Reporting Form will be prepared for each potentially significant impact and its
corresponding mitigation measure identified in the Mitigation Monitoring Checklist, attached
hereto. This procedure designates who will take action, what action will be taken and when,and
to whom and when compliance will be reported. All monitoring and reporting documentation will
be kept in the project file with the department having the original authority for processing the
project. Reports will be available from the City upon request at the following address:
City of Rancho Cucamonga - Lead Agency
Planning Division
10500 Civic Center Drive
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
DRC2003-01001 AND SUBTPM16323
Williams Chaio Architects, LLP
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3. Appropriate specialists will be retained if technical expertise beyond the City staff's is needed,as
determined by the project planner or responsible City department,to monitor specific mitigation
activities and provide appropriate written approvals to the project planner.
4. The project planner or responsible City department will approve, by signature and date, the
completion of each action item that was identified on the MMP Reporting Form. After each
measure is verified for compliance, no further action is required for the specific phase of
development.
5. All MMP Reporting Forms for an impact issue requiring no further monitoring will be signed off
as completed by the project planner or responsible City department at the bottom of the MMP
Reporting Form.
6. Unanticipated circumstances may arise requiring the refinement or addition of mitigation
measures.The project planner is responsible for approving any such refinements or additions.
An MMP Reporting Form will be completed by the project planner or responsible City department
and a copy provided to the appropriate design, construction, or operational personnel.
7. The project planner or responsible City department has the authority to stop the work of
construction contractors if compliance with any aspects of the MMP is not occurring after written
notification has been issued. The project planner or responsible City department also has the
authority to hold certificates of occupancies if compliance with a mitigation measure attached
hereto is not occurring.The project planner or responsible City department has the authority to
hold issuance of a business license until all mitigation measures are implemented.
8. Any conditions (mitigation) that require monitoring after project completion shall be the
responsibility of the City of Rancho Cucamonga Planning Division.The Division shall require the
applicant to post any necessary funds (or other forms of guarantee)with the City. These funds
shall be used by the City to retain consultants and/or pay for City staff time to monitor and report
on the mitigation measure for the required period of time.
9. In those instances requiring long-term project monitoring, the applicant shall provide the City
with a plan for monitoring the mitigation activities at the project site and reporting the monitoring
results to the City. Said plan shall identify the reporter as an individual qualified to know whether
the particular mitigation measure has been implemented. The monitoring/reporting plan shall
conform to the City's MMP and shall be approved by the Community Development Director or
City Planner prior to the issuance of building permits.
MITIGATION MONITORING CHECKLIST (INITIAL STUDY PART III)
Project File No.: DRC2003-01001 and SUBTPM323 Applicant: Williams Chaio Architects, LLP
Initial Study Prepared by: Douglas Fenn, Assciate Planner Date: November 12, 2003
Mitigation Measures No. Responsible Monitoring Timing of Method
of
FrequencyImplementing Action for Monitoring . 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. 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, developer CP/CE C Review of Plans C 2
shall submit construction plans to 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 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.
• Pave or apply gravel to any on-site haul roads. CE C Review of Plans A/C 2/4
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Implementing Action for Monitoring Frequency Verification Verification Date/initials Non-Compliance
• 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 ractices.
• Sweep streets according to a schedule established CE C During A 4
by the City if silt is carried over to adjacent public Construction
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., BO/CE C During A 4
wind speeds exceeding 25 mph)in accordance with Construction
Rule 403 requirements.
• Maintain a minimum 24-inch freeboard ratio on soils BO/CE C During A 4
haul trucks or cover payloads using tarps or other Construction
suitable means.
The site shall be treated with water or other soil BO/CE C During A 4
stabilizing agent(approved by SCAQMD and RWQCB) Construction
daily to reduce PM10 emissions, in accordance with
SCAQMD Rule 403.
Chemical soil stabilizers (approved by SCAQMD and BO/CE C During A 4
RWQCB) shall be applied to all inactive construction Construction
areas that remain inactive for 96 hours or more to
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.
All industrial and commercial facilities shall post signs BO C Review of Plans A 4
requiring that trucks shall not be left idling for prolonged
periods (i.e., in excess of 10 minutes).
All industrial and commercial facilities shall designate CP C Review of Plans A/C 2/3
preferential parking for vanpools.
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Implementing Action for Monitoring Frequency Verification Verification Date/initials Non-Compliance
All industrial and commercial site tenants with 50 or CP C Review of Plans D 2/3
more employees shall be required to post both bus and
Metrolink schedules in conspicuous areas.
All industrial and commercial site tenants with 50 or CP C Review of Plans A/C 2/3
more employees shall be required to configure their
operating schedules around the Metrolink schedule to
the extent reasonably feasible.
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.
Cultural Resources
If any prehistoric archaeological resources are
encountered before or during grading,the developerwill
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 CP/BO C Review of Report A/D 3/4
sites from demolition or significant modification
without an opportunity for the City to establish its
archaeological value.
Consider establishing provisions to require CP/BO C ReviewofReport A/D 3/4
incorporation of archaeological sites within new
developments, using their special qualities as a
theme or focal point.
• Pursue educating the public about the CP/BO C Review of Report A/D 3/4
archaeological heritage of the area.
• Propose mitigation measures and recommend CP/BO C Review of Report A/D 3/4
conditions of approval to eliminate adverse project
effects on significant, important, and unique
prehistoric resources, following appropriate CEOA
guidelines.
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Responsible Monitoring Timing of Method .
ImplementingDate/initials Non-Compliance
• Prepare a technical resources management report, CP C Review of Report A/D 3/4
documenting the inventory, evaluation, and
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.
A qualified paleontologist shall conduct a preconstruction CP B Review of Report A/D 4
field survey of the project site. The paleontologist shall
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 ReviewofReport A/D 4
equipped to allow the rapid removal of fossils with
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 Report A/D 4
or graded, divert earth-disturbing activities
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 Report D 3
Cucamonga. Transfer collected specimens with a
copy of the report to San Bernardino County
Museum.
Geology and Soils
The site shall be treated with water or other soil BO/CE C During A 4
stabilizing agent(approved by SCAQMD and RWQCB) Construction
daily to reduce PM,o emissions, in accordance 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 the time of
year of construction.
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Responsible of Verified Sanctions for
Implementing Action for Monitoring Frequency Verification Verification Date/initials Non-Compliance
Grading operations shall be suspended when wind BO/CE C During A 4
speeds exceed 25 mph to minimize PM10 emissions Construction
from the site during such episodes.
Chemical soil-stabilizers (approved by SCAOMD and BO/CE C During A 4
RWOCB) shall be applied to all inactive construction Construction
areas that remain inactive for 96 hours or more to
reduce PM10 emissions.
Hydrology and Water Quality
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 grading permits,the applicant shall CE B/C/D Review of Plans A/C 2/4
prepare a SWPPP that identifies 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.
Source control of BMPs, (ID number SD-10: Site CE B/C/D Review of Plans A/C 2/4
Design,SD-11: Roof Runoff, SD-12: Efficient Irrigation,
and SD-32:Trash Enclosures),shall be indicated on the
precise Grading Plans submitted for plan check.
Treatment Control BMPs (number TC-30 Vegetated CE B/C/D Review of Plans A/C 2/4
Swale), shall be indicated on the precise Grading Plan
submitted for plan check.
Manual BMPs (number MP-40: Media Filter), shall be CE B/C/D Review of Plans A/C 2/4
indicated on the precise Grading Plan submitted for plan
check.
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of Method of Verif led Sanctions for
ImplementingDate/initials Non-Compliance
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 (WQMP), including a project
description and identifying Best Management Practices
(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.
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(NOI)to comply with 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 Discharger's Identification Number) shall be
submitted to the City Engineer for coverage under the
NPDES General Construction Permit.
Noise
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.
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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. The
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.
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-Fre Chief or designee 6-Revoke CUP
7-Citation
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT
STANDARD CONDITIONS
PROJECT#: Development Review DRC2003-01001
SUBJECT: Office Buildings
APPLICANT: William Chiao Architects
LOCATION: East of Haven Avenue, South of 6th Street
ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACTTHE PLANNING DIVISION,(909)477-2750, FOR COMPLIANCE
WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
A. General Requirements comoletlon Date
1. The applicant shall agree to defend at his sole expense any action brought against the City, its
agents,officers,or employees, because of the issuance of such approval,or in the alternative,to
relinquish such approval. The applicant shall reimburse the City, its agents, officers, or
employees, for any Court costs and attorney's fees which the City, its agents, officers, or
employees may be required by a court to pay as a result of such action. The City may,at its sole
discretion,participate at its own expense in the defense of any such action but such participation
shall not relieve applicant of his obligations under this condition.
2. Copies of the signed Planning Commission Resolution of Approval No. 04-40, 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. Conditional Use Permit, Variance, or Development/Design Review approval shall expire if
building permits are not issued or approved use has not commenced within 5 years from the date
of approval. No extensions are allowed.
C. Site Development
1. The site shall be developed and maintained in accordance with the approved plans which include
site plans,architectural elevations,exterior materials and colors,landscaping,sign program,and
grading on file in the Planning Division, the conditions contained herein, Development Code
regulations, and the Haven Overlay District.
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.
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3. Occupancy of the facilities shall not commence until such time as all Uniform Building Code and
State Fire Marshal regulations have been complied with. Prior to occupancy, plans shall be
submitted to the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District and the Building and Safety Division
to show compliance. The buildings shall be inspected for compliance prior to occupancy.
4. Revised site plans and building elevations incorporating all Conditions of Approval shall be
submitted for City Planner review and approval prior to the issuance of building permits.
5. All site, grading, landscape, irrigation, and street improvement plans shall be coordinated for
consistency prior to issuance of any permits (such as grading, tree removal, encroachment,
building, etc.)or prior to final map approval in the case of a custom lot subdivision,or approved
use has commenced, whichever comes first.
6. Approval of this request shall not waive compliance with all sections of the Development Code,all
other applicable City Ordinances, and applicable Community or Specific Plans in effect at the
time of building permit issuance.
7. A detailed on-site lighting plan,including a photometric diagram,shall be reviewed and approved
by the City Planner and Police Department(477-2800)prior to the issuance of building permits.
Such plan shall indicate style, illumination, location,height,and method of shielding so as not to
adversely affect adjacent properties.
8. Trash receptacle(s)are required and shall meet City standards. The final design,locations,and
the number of trash receptacles shall be subject to City Planner review and approval prior to the
issuance of building permits.
9. All ground-mounted utility appurtenances such as transformers, AC condensers, etc., shall be
located out of public view and adequately screened through the use of a combination of concrete
or masonry walls, berming,and/or landscaping to the satisfaction of the City Planner. For single-
family residential developments, transformers shall be placed in underground vaults.
10. All building numbers and individual units shall be identified in a clear and concise manner,
including proper illumination.
11. All parkways, open areas, and landscaping shall be permanently maintained by the property
owner,homeowners'association,or other means acceptable to the City. Proof of this landscape
maintenance shall be submitted for City Planner and City Engineer review and approved prior to
the issuance of building permits.
12. Where rock cobble is used, it shall be real river rock. Other stone veneers may be manufactured
products.
D. Building Design
1. All roof appurtenances, including air conditioners and other roof mounted equipment and/or
projections, shall be shielded from view and the sound buffered from adjacent properties and
streets as required by the Planning Division. Such screening shall be architecturally integrated
with the building design and constructed to the satisfaction of the City Planner. Details shall be
included in building plans.
2. For commercial and industrial projects, paint roll-up doors and service doors to match main
building colors.
E. Parking and Vehicular Access (indicate details on building plans)
1. All parking spaces shall be 9 feet wide by 18 feet long. When a side of any parking space abuts
a building, wall, support column, or other obstruction, the space shall be a minimum of 11 feet
wide.
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2. All parking lot landscape islands shall have a minimum outside dimension of 6 feet and shall
contain a 12-inch walk adjacent to the parking stall (including curb).
3. Textured pedestrian pathways and textured pavement across circulation aisles shall be provided
throughout the development to connect dwellings/units/buildings with open spaces/plazas/
recreational uses.
4. All parking spaces shall be double striped per City standards and all driveway aisles,entrances,
and exits shall be striped per City standards.
5. 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.
6. 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.
F. 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.
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.
3. Category 5 telephone cable or fiber optic cable shall be provided for office buildings and other
non-residential development.
G. 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 20% of trees planted within industrial projects, and a minimum of 30% within _/_I_
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. Trees shall be planted in areas of public view adjacent to and along structures at a rate of one
tree per 30 linear feet of building.
5. All private slopes of 5 feet or more in vertical height and of 5:1 or greater slope, but less than 2:1
slope,shall be,at minimum, irrigated and landscaped with appropriate ground cover for erosion
control. Slope planting required by this section shall include a permanent irrigation system to be
installed by the developer prior to occupancy.
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6. All private slopes in excess of 5 feet, but less than 8 feet in vertical height and of 2:1 or greater
slope shall be landscaped and irrigated for erosion control and to soften their appearance as
follows: one 15-gallon or larger size tree per each 150 sq.ft.of slope area, 1-gallon or larger size
shrub per each 100 sq.ft.of slope area,and appropriate ground cover. In addition,slope banks
in excess of 8 feet in vertical height and 2:1 or greater slope shall also include one 5-gallon or
larger size tree per each 250 sq. ft. of slope area. Trees and shrubs shall be planted in
staggered clusters to soften and vary slope plane. Slope planting required by this section shall
include a permanent irrigation system to be installed by the developer prior to occupancy.
7. For multi-family residential and non-residential development,property owners are responsible for
the continual maintenance of all landscaped areas on-site, as well as contiguous planted areas
within the public right-of-way. All landscaped areas shall be kept free from weeds and debris and
maintained in healthy and thriving condition,and shall receive regular pruning,fertilizing,mowing,
and trimming. Any damaged,dead, diseased,or decaying plant material shall be replaced within
30 days from the date of damage.
8. The final design of the perimeter parkways,walls,landscaping,and sidewalks shall be included in
the required landscape plans and shall be subject to City Planner review and approval and
coordinated for consistency with any parkway landscaping plan which may be required by the
Engineering Division.
9. Special landscape features such as mounding, alluvial rock, specimen size trees, meandering
sidewalks(with horizontal change),and intensified landscaping,is required along Haven Avenue.
10. Landscaping and irrigation systems required to be installed within the public right-of-way on the
perimeter of this project area shall be continuously maintained by the developer.
11. All walls shall be provided with decorative treatment. If located in public maintenance areas,the
design shall be coordinated with the Engineering Division.
12. Landscaping and irrigation shall be designed to conserve water through the principles of _/_/_
Xeriscape as defined in Chapter 19.16 of the Rancho Cucamonga Municipal Code.
H. 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.
I. Environmental
1. Mitigation measures are required for the project. The applicant is responsible for the cost of
implementing said measures, including monitoring and reporting. Applicant shall be required to
post cash, letter of credit, or other forms of guarantee acceptable to the City Planner in the
amount of $ 719.00 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.
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
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overhead structure-shall be subject to City Planner review and approval prior to the issuance of
building permits.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE ENGINEERING DIVISION, (909) 477-2740, FOR
COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
K. Dedication and Vehicular Access
1. Reciprocal parking agreements for all parcels and maintenance agreements ensuring joint
maintenance of all common roads, drives, or parking areas shall be provided by CC & R's or
deeds and shall be recorded prior to, or concurrent with, the final parcel map.
2. All existing easements lying within future rights-of-way shall be quit-claimed or delineated on the
final map.
3. Easements for public sidewalks and/or street trees placed outside the public right-of-way shall be
dedicated to the City.
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.
L. Street Improvements
1. Pursuant to City Council Resolution No.88-557,no person shall make connections from a source
of energy,fuel or power to any building service equipment which is regulated by technical codes
and for which a permit is required unless, in addition to any and all other codes, regulations and
ordinances, all improvements required by these conditions of development approval have been
completed and accepted by the City Council,except:that in developments containing more than
one building or unit, the development may have energy connections made to a percentage of
those buildings, or units proportionate to the completion of improvements as required by
conditions of approval of development. In no case shall more than 95 percent of the buildings or
units be connected to energy prior to completion and acceptance of all improvements required by
these conditions of approval of development.
2. Construct the following perimeter street improvements including, but not limited to:
Curb& AC. Side- Drive Street Street Comm Median Bike
Street Name Gutter Pvmt walk Appr. Lights Trees Trail Island Trail Other
Haven Avenue I X X I c X I X X (e)
Notes: (e) right turn lane.
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
interconnect conduit shall be installed to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
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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 galvanized steel with pull rope or as specified.
e. Handicapped access ramps shall be installed on all corners of intersections per City
Standards or as directed by the City Engineer.
f. Existing City roads requiring construction shall remain open to traffic at all times with
adequate detours during construction. Street or lane closure permits are required. A cash
deposit shall be provided to cover the cost of grading and paving,which shall be refunded
upon completion of the construction to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
g. Concentrated drainage flows shall not cross sidewalks. Under sidewalk drains shall be
installed to City Standards, except for single family residential lots.
h. Street names shall be approved by the City Planner prior to submittal for first plan check.
4. 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 (box below) and construction notes shall appear on the title page of the street
improvement plans. Street improvement plans shall include a line item within the construction
legend stating: "Street trees shall be installed per the notes and legend." 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.
Common Grow
Street Name Botanical Name Name Space Spacing Size Qty.
Haven Avenue
Foreground
P.A. 8' or greater, Magnolia NCN 8' 60'O.C. 15 Fill
generally in front grandiflora Intentionally Gal In
of sidewalk 'Magestic Beauty' spaced this far
apart
20' O.C.
P.A. Less than 8' Magnolia NCN 3' 20' O.C. 15 Fill
grandiflora Gal In
'St. Mary'
Primary tree in Brachychiton Bottle 8' 25' O.C. Informal if 15 Fill
masses, mainly populneus Tree maintained by City Gal In
behind sidewalk
Winston Avenue Pinus canariensis Canary 8' 25' O.C. 15 Fill
Island Gal In
Pine
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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 furnished 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 largerstreets, 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.
M. Public Maintenance Areas
1. A signed consent and waiver form to join and/or form the appropriate Landscape and Lighting _l l
Districts shall be filed with the City Engineer prior to final map approval or issuance of building
permits whichever occurs first. Formation costs shall be borne by the developer.
2. Parkway landscaping on the following street(s) shall conform to the results of the respective
Beautification Master Plan: Haven Avenue.
N. Drainage and Flood Control
1. Adequate provisions shall be made for acceptance and disposal of surface drainage entering the
property from adjacent areas.
O. Improvement Completion
1. If the required public improvements are not completed prior to approval of the final parcel map,
an improvement security accompanied by an agreement executed by the Developer and the City
will be required for: Haven Avenue
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.
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.
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Q. General Requirements and Approvals
1. 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.
2. Prior to the issuance of building permits,a Diversion Deposit and related administrative fees shall
be paid for the Construction and Demolition Diversion Program. The deposit is fully refundable if
at least 50% of all wastes generated during construction and demolition are diverted from
landfills,and appropriate documentation is provided to the City. Form CD-1 shall be submitted to
the Engineering Division when the first building permit application is submitted to Building and
Safety. Form CD-2 shall be submitted to the Engineering Division within 60 days following the
completion of the construction and/or demolition project.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE POLICE DEPARTMENT, (909) 477-2800, FOR
COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
R. 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.
S. 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.
T. 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.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE FIRE SAFETY DIVISION, FIRE PROTECTION PLANNING
SERVICES AT, (909) 477-2770, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
U. SEE ATTACHED
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RANCHO CUCAMONGA FIRE DISTRICT
STANDARD CONDITIONS
December 5, 2003
Palmea Business Center
E/S Haven, S/O 6th
DRC2003-01001 & SUPTPM16323
THE FOLLOWING STANDARD CONDITIONS APPLY TO THIS PROJECT.
FSC-1 Public and Private Water Supply
1. Design guidelines for Fire Hydrants: The following provides design guidelines for the
spacing and location of fire hydrants:
a. 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. Fire hydrants are to be located. The preferred locations for fire hydrants are:
1. At the entrance(s) to a commercial, industrial or residential project from the public
roadways.
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 of the Fire
District.
5. A minimum of forty-feet (40') from any building.
f. If any portion of a facility or building is located more than 150-feet from a public fire
hydrant measured on an approved route around the exterior of the facility or building,
additional private or public fire hydrants and mains capable of supplying the required fire.
flow shall be provided.
g. Provide one fire hydrant for each 1000 gpm of required fire flow or fraction thereof.
FSC-2 Fire Flow
1. The required minimum fire flow for this project, when automatic fire sprinklers are installed 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 in accordance with NFPA 13 or 13R with central station monitoring. This
requirement is made in accordance with the California Fire Code Appendix III-A, as adopted
by the Fire District Ordinances.
2. Public fire hydrants located within a 500-foot radius of the proposed project may be used to
provide the required fire flow subject to Fire District review and approval. Private fire
hydrants on adjacent property shall not be used to provide required fire flow.
3. Firewater plans are required for all projects that must extend the existing water supply to or
onto the site. Building permits will not be issued until firewater plans are approved.
4. On all site plans to be submitted for review, show all fire hydrants located within 600-feet of
the proposed project site.
FSC-3 Prerequisite for submittal of Overhead Automatic Fire Sprinkler Systems
1. Prior to submitting plans for an overhead automatic fire sprinkler system, the applicant shall
submit plans, specifications and calculations for the fire sprinkler system underground
supply piping. Approval of the underground supply piping system must be obtained prior to
submitting the overhead fire sprinkler system plans.
FSC-4 Requirement for an Automatic Fire Sprinkler Systems
Rancho Cucamonga Fire District Ordinance 15, the 2001 California Fire Code and/or any other
applicable standards require an approved automatic fire sprinkler system to be installed in:
1. Commercial or industrial structures greater than 7,500 square feet.
FSC-5 Fire Alarm System
1. RCFPD Ordinance 15, based on use or floor area (or by other adopted codes or standards)
requires an automatic and/or manual fire alarm system. Refer to RCFPD Ordinances 15
and 39, the California Building Code, RCFPD Fire Alarm Standard #10-6 and/or the
California Fire Code.
2. Prior to any removal, remodel, modification and/or additions to the building or suite's fire
alarm system, Fire Construction Services' approval and a building permit must be obtained.
Plans and specifications shall be submitted to Fire Construction Services in accordance with
RCFPD Fire Alarm Standard #10-6.
FSC-6 Fire District Site Access
Fire District access roadways include public roads, streets and highways, as well as private
roads, streets drive aisles and/or designated fire lanes. Please reference the RCFPD Fire
Department Access — Fire Lanes Standard #F191.10.200.
1. Location of Access: All portions of the structures 1St story exterior wall shall be located
within 150-feet of Fire District vehicle access, measure on an approved route around the
exterior of the building. Landscaped areas, unpaved changes in elevation, gates and
fences are deemed obstructions.
2. Specifications for private Fire District access roadways per the RCFPD Standards
are:
a. The minimum unobstructed width is 26-feet.
b. The maximum inside turn radius shall be 20-feet.
c. The minimum outside turn radius shall be 46-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 on each
side.
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).
j. Trees and shrubs planted adjacent to the fire lane shall be kept trimmed to a minimum
of 14-feet, 6-inches from the ground up. Vegetation shall not be allowed to obstruct Fire
Department apparatus.
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3. Access Doorways: Approved doorways, accessible without the use of a ladder, shall be
provided as follows:
a. In buildings without high-piled storage, access shall be provided in accordance with the
2001 California Building Code, Fire and/or any other applicable standards.
b. In buildings with high-piled storage access doors shall be provided in each 100 lineal
feet or major fraction thereof, of the exterior wall that faces the required access
roadways. When railways are installed provisions shall be made to maintain Fire
District access to all required openings.
4. Access Walkways: Hardscaped access walkways. shall be provided from the fire
apparatus access road to all required building exterior openings.
5. Commercial/Industrial Gates: Any gate installed across a Fire Department access road
shall be in accordance with Fire District Standard #9-2. The following design requirements
apply:
a. The gate shall be motorized and slide open horizontally or swing inward.
b. All gates must open at the rate of one second for each one-foot of required width.
c. When fully open, the minimum width shall be 20-feet.
d. Gates are not required to be motorized.
6. Fire Lane Identification: Red curbing and/or signage shall identify the fire lanes. A site
plan illustrating the proposed delineation that meets the minimum Fire District standards
shall be included in the architectural plans submitted to B&S for approval.
7. Approved Fire Department Access: Any approved mitigation measures must be clearly
noted on the site plan. A copy of the approved Alternative Method application, if applicable,
must be reproduced on the architectural plans submitted to B&S for plan review.
FSC-10 Occupancy and Hazard Control Permits
Listed are those Fire Code permits commonly associated with the business operations and/or
building construction. Plan check submittal is required with the permit application for approval of
the permit; field inspection is required prior to permit issuance. 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.
• Aerosol Products Magnesium Working
• Application of Flammable Finishes Motor Vehicle Fuel-Dispensing Operation
• Automobile Wrecking Yards Open Burning
• Battery Systems Organic Coating
• Candles and open flames in public assemblies Ovens
• Cellulose Nitrate Powder Coating
• Compressed Gases Public Assembly
• Cryogenics Pyrotechnical Special Effects
• Dry Cleaning Plants Radioactive Materials
• Dust-Producing Processes and Operations Refrigeration Systems
• Explosive or Blasting Agents Repair Garages
• Flammable and Combustible Liquids Rubbish Handling Operations
• Fruit Ripening Plants Spraying or Dipping Operations
• Hazardous Materials Tents, Canopies and/or Air Supported
Structures
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• High-Pile Combustible Storage (HPS) Tire Storage
• Liquefied Petroleum Gases Welding and Cutting Operations
LPG or Gas Fuel Vehicles in Assembly Buildings Wood Products/Lumber Yards
FSC-11 Hazardous Materials — Submittal to the County of San Bernardino
The San Bernardino County Fire Department shall review your Business
Emergency/Contingency Plan for compliance with minimum standards. Contact the San
Bernardino County Fire, Hazardous Materials Division at (909) 387-4631 for forms and
assistance. The County Fire Department is the Cal/EPA Certified Unified Program Agency
(CUPA) for the City of Rancho Cucamonga.
1. If the facility is a NEW business, a Certificate of Occupancy issued by Building & Safety will
not be finalized until the San Bernardino County Fire Department reviews your Business
Emergency/Contingency Plan. California Government Code, Section 65850.2 prohibits the
City from issuing a final Certificate of Occupancy unless the applicant has met or is meeting
specific hazardous materials disclosure requirements. A Risk Management Program (RMP)
may also be required if regulation substances are to be used or stored at the new facility.
2. Any business that operates on rented or leased property which is required to submit a Plan,
is also required to submit a notice to the owner of the property in writing stating that the
business is subject to the Business Emergency/Contingency Plan mandates and has
complied with the provisions. The tenant must provide a copy of the Plan to the property
owner within five (5) working days, if requested by the owner.
FSC-12 Hazardous Materials - Submittal to Fire Construction Services
Plans shall be submitted and approved prior to construction of buildings and/or the installation of
equipment designed to store, use or dispense hazardous materials in accordance with the 2001
California Building, Fire, Mechanical, Plumbing, Electrical Codes, RCFPD Ordinances FD15 and
FD39 and other implemented and/or adopted standards.
FSC-13 Alternate Method Application
Fire Construction Services staff and the Fire Marshal will review all requests for alternate
method, when submitted. The request must be submitted on the Fire District "Application for
Alternate Method" form along with supporting documents and payment of the $92 review fee.
FCS-14 Map Recordation
1. Reciprocal Access Agreement: The plan as submitted indicate that the required Fire
Department access:
a. Is located on property which is not under the control of the applicant; or
b. Crosses a property line; or
c. Is shared by multiple owners; or
d. Is located on common space under the control of an owner's association
Please provide a permanent access agreement granting irrevocable use of the property to
the Fire District. The agreement shall include a statement that no obstruction, gate, fence,
building or other structure shall be placed within the dedicated access without Fire District
approval. The recorded agreement shall include a copy of the site plan. The agreement
shall be presented to Fire Construction Services for review and approval, prior to
recordation. The agreement shall be recorded with the Recorder's Office, County of San
Bernardino.
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To assist Fire Construction Services in reviewing the agreement the following shall be
included in the submittal:
a. The current title reports to provide a legal description and proof of ownership for all
properties included in the agreement.
b. The assessor's parcel numbers of each parcel subject to the agreement.
c. A scaled site plan showing the path of the Fire District access, the width, turn radii and
slope of roadway surface shall be provided. The access roadway shall comply with the
requirements of the RCFPD Fire Lane Standard #9-7.
2. Reciprocal Water Covenant and Agreement: The plans as submitted .indicate that a
required private fire mains or appurtenances
a. Pass through or are located on property not under the control of the applicant; or
b. Crosses a property line; or
c. Provide service to adjacent properties; or
d. Is located on common space under the control of an owner's association; or
e. Is shared by multiple owners.
Please provide a permanent maintenance and service agreement between the owner for
the private water mains, fire hydrants and fire protection equipment essential to the water
supply. The agreement shall meet the form and content approved by the Rancho
Cucamonga Fire District. The agreement shall be submitted to Fire Construction Services
for review and approval, prior to recordation. The agreement shall be recorded within the
Recorder's Office, County of San Bernardino.
Chronological Summary of RCFPD Standard Conditions
PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS — Please complete the following prior to
the issuance of any building permits:
1. Private Water Supply (Fire) Systems: 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. Approval of the on-site (private) fire underground and water plans is required
prior to any building permit issuance for any structure on the site. Private on-site
combination domestic and fire supply system must be designed in accordance with RCFPD
Standards # 9-4, #10-2 and #10-4. The Building & Safety Division and Fire Construction
Services will perform plan checks and inspections.
All private on-site fire hydrants shall be installed, flushed and operable prior to delivering
any combustible framing materials to the site. Fire construction Services will inspect the
installation, witness hydrant flushing and grant a clearance before lumber is dropped.
2. Public Water Supply (Domestic/Fire) Systems: 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 CCWD. On the plan, show all existing fire hydrants within a 600-foot radius of
the project. The required public fire hydrants shall be installed, flushed and operable prior
to delivering any combustible framing materials to the site. CCWD personnel shall inspect
the installation and witness the hydrant flushing. Fire Construction Services shall inspect
the site after acceptance of the public water system by CCWD. Fire Construction Services
must grant a clearance before lumber is dropped.
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3. Construction Access: The access roads must be paved in accordance with all the
requirements of the RCFPD Fire Lane Standard #9-7. All temporary utilities over access
roads must be installed at least 14' 6" above the finished surface of the road.
4. Fire Flow: A current fire flow letter from CCWD must be received. The applicant is
responsible for obtaining the fire flow information from CCWD and submitting the letter to
Fire Construction Services.
5. Easements and Reciprocal Agreements: All easements and agreements must be
recorded with the County of San Bernardino.
PRIOR TO THE RELEASE OF TEMPORARY POWER
The building construction must be substantially completed in accordance with Fire Construction
Services' "Temporary Power Release Checklist and Procedures".
PRIOR TO OCCUPANCY OR FINAL INSPECTION — Please complete the following:
1. Hydrant Markers: All fire hydrants shall have a blue reflective pavement marker indicating
the fire hydrant location on the street or driveway in accordance with the City of Rancho
Cucamonga Engineering Standard Plan 134, Installation of Reflective Hydrant Markers".
On private property, the markers shall be installed at the centerline of the fire access road,
at each hydrant location.
2. Private Fire Hydrants: For the purpose of final acceptance, a licensed sprinkler contractor,
in the presence of Fire Construction Services, shall conduct a test of the most hydraulically
remote on-site fire hydrants. The underground fire line contractor, developer and/or owner
are responsible for hiring the company to perform the test. A final test report shall be
submitted to Fire Construction Services verifying the fire flow available. The fire flow
available must meet or exceed the required fire flow in accordance with the California Fire
Code.
3. Fire Sprinkler System: Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, the fire
sprinkler system(s) shall be tested and accepted by Fire Construction Services.
4. Fire Sprinkler Monitoring: Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, the fire
sprinkler monitoring system must be tested and accepted by Fire Construction Services.
The fire sprinkler monitoring system shall be installed, tested and operational immediately
following the completion of the fire sprinkler system (subject to the release of power).
5. Fire Suppression Systems and/or other special hazard protection systems shall be
inspected, tested and accepted by Fire Construction Services before occupancy is granted
and/or equipment is placed in service.
6. Fire Alarm System: Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, the fire alarm
system shall be installed, inspected, tested and accepted by Fire Construction Services.
7. Access Control Gates: Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, vehicular gates
must be inspected, tested and accepted in accordance with RCFPD Standards #9-1 or #9-2
by Fire Construction Services.
8. Fire Access Roadways: Prior to the issuance of any Certificate of Occupancy, the fire
access roadways must be installed in accordance with the approved plans and acceptable
to Fire Construction Services.
The CC&R's, the reciprocal agreement and/or other approved documents shall be recorded
and contain an approved fire access roadway map with provisions that prohibit parking,
specify the method of enforcement and identifies who is responsible for the required annual
inspections and the maintenance of all required fire access roadways.
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9. Address: Prior to the granting of occupancy, 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.
10. Address: Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, commercial/industrial and
multi-family buildings shall post the address with minimum 8-inch numbers on contrasting
background, visible from the street and electrically illuminated during periods of darkness.
When the building setback exceeds 200 feet from the public street, an additional non-
illuminated 6-inch minimum number address shall be provided at the property entrance.
Larger address numbers will be required on buildings located on wide streets or built with
large setbacks in multi-tenant commercial and industrial buildings. The suite designation
numbers and/or letters shall be provided on the front and back of all suites.
11. Hazardous Materials: Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, the applicant
must demonstrate (in writing from the County) that the facility has met or is meeting the Risk
Management Plan (RMP) or Business Emergency/Contingency Plan with the San
Bernardino County Fire Department, Hazardous Materials/Emergency Response and
Enforcement Division. The applicant must also obtain inspection and acceptance by Fire
Construction Services.
12. Confidential Business Occupancy Information: The applicant shall complete the
Rancho Cucamonga Fire District "Confidential Business Occupancy Information" form. This
form provides contact information for Fire District use in the event of an emergency at the
subject building or property. This form must be presented to the Fire Construction Services
Inspector.
13. Mapping Site Plan: Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, a 8 1/2" x 11" or 11"
x 17" site plan of the site in accordance with RCFPD Standard #13-1 shall be revised by the
applicant to reflect the actual location of all devices and building features as required in the
standard. The site plan must be reviewed and accepted by the Fire Inspector.
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