HomeMy WebLinkAbout05-38 - Resolutions RESOLUTION NO. 05-38
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING TENTATIVE PARCEL
MAP SUBTPM16445, A REQUEST TO SUBDIVIDE A 7.27 ACRE PARCEL
INTO 10 PARCELS, WITH PARCEL 2 FOR CONDOMINIUM PURPOSES, IN
THE GENERAL INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT(SUBAREA 5), LOCATED AT 9850
6TH STREET; AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF - APN:
0209-211-19.
A. Recitals
1. Mark Capellino, on behalf of Cap Brothers Construction, filed an application for the
approval of Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM16445, as described in the title of this Resolution.
Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Tentative Parcel Map request is referred to as 'the
application."
2. On the 23rd day of March 2005, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho
Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the application. Because of a revision to the
application that was requested by the applicant,the hearing was continued to April 27, 2005 to allow
him to resubmit revised plans for staff review, and to allow the Environmental Assessment to be re-
circulated.
3. On the 27th day of April 2005, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho
Cucamonga continued the item to May 25, 2005 because the applicant did not submit the plans to
the City in time for staff to conduct a thorough review.
4. On the 25th day of May, 2005, 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.
5. All legal prerequisites prior to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred.
B. Resolution.
NOW,THEREFORE, it is hereby found, determined, and resolved bythe 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 May 25, 2005, including written and oral staff reports, together
with public testimony, this Commission hereby specifically finds as follows:
a. The application applies to vacant property in the General Industrial (GI) District,
(Subarea 5), located on the north side of 6th Street, about 950 feet east of Archibald Avenue;
b. The application proposes the subdivision of one parcel of 316,859 square feet
(7.27 acres) into 10 parcels ranging in size between 16,255 square feet (Parcels 4 and 6) and
51,996 square feet (Parcel 1); and
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C. The subject property has a street frontage along 6th Street of 370 feet with an
overall width of 665.41 feet and an overall depth of 615.86 feet; and
d. The properties to the south, east, and west are fully improved with industrial/office
development, and the properties to the north are partially developed with industrial development(the
remainder are vacant); and
e. The properties to the north, south, and east are zoned General Industrial (GI)
District, (Subarea 5), and the properties to the west are zoned General Industrial (GI) District,
Subarea 4; and
f. The application is in conjunction with the development of 11 industrial buildings
(DRC2003-01185), with a combined floor area of 126,843 square feet; and
g. The subdivision, together with the recommended conditions of approval, meets
development standards for the City of Rancho Cucamonga.
3. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the
above referenced public hearing and upon the specific findings of facts set forth in paragraphs 1 and
2 above, this Commission hereby finds and concludes as follows:
a. The Tentative Parcel Map is consistent with the General Plan, Development Code,
and any applicable specific plans; and
b. The design or improvements of the Tentative Parcel Map is consistent with the
General Plan, Development Code, and any applicable specific plans; and
C. The site is physically suitable for the type of development proposed; and
d. The design of the subdivision is not likely to cause substantial environmental
damage and avoidable injury to humans and wildlife or their habitat; and
e. The Tentative Parcel Map is not likely to cause serious public health problems;and
f. The design of the Tentative Parcel Map will not conflict with any easement acquired
by the public at large, now of record, for access through or use of the property within the proposed
subdivision.
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(CEQA) 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.
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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 the 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.
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 Department
1) Approval is for the subdivision of one parcel into 10 parcels with Parcel
2 for Condominium purposes.
2) Shared access, parking, and maintenance shall be incorporated in the
project Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&Rs).
3) Tree Removal Permit DRC2004-00804 is hereby approved with the
condition that preservation of the Washingtonia robusta (Mexican Fan
Palm)and the Platanus acerfolia (London Plane Tree), identified in the
arborist report as Trees #1 and #2, respectively, are relocated to
suitable locations on-site. The new locations of these trees shall be
shown on the Landscape Plans submitted to the City for review and
approval.
4) Prior to establishing individual condominium units on Parcel 2 of this
parcel map, the applicant or future property owner shall submit an
application to subdivide the parcel for condominium purposes; this
application is subject to review and approval by the Planning
Commission.
Engineering Department
1) Full frontage improvements shall be installed at the local industrial
width (curb face 22 feet from the centerline of the street, in-line with the
existing curb face on Parcel 1, Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM15948)
including asphalt pavement to the centerline of the street, curb and
gutter, drive approach, curvilinear sidewalk, street trees, three 9500
Lumen HPSV streetlights, and traffic signing and striping.
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a) Curvilinear sidewalk and street trees shall be installed to
accommodate the ultimate width of 6th Street (curb face 32 feet
measured from the centerline).
b) Drive approach is to be constructed per City Standard No.101,
Type C, and be a minimum of 35 feet wide. Curvilinear sidewalk
shall cross the drive approach at the 0-inch curb face
(non-contiguous sidewalk).
c) Main north/south driveway shall align with the existing driveway
on the south side of 6th Street. Centerline offset between the
proposed driveway and the existing driveway across the street
shall not exceed 10 feet.
2) Eventually, 6th Street will be widened to a secondary arterial. While it
may be impractical to install these improvements at this width now,
development will be required to:
a) Design on-site improvements to accommodate the ultimate width
of 6th Street (curb 32 feet from the centerline). Orient on-site
improvements to work with both the interim and ultimate street
improvements.
b) Parkways shall slope at 2 percent from the top of the curb to
1/2-foot behind the ultimate right-of-way(44-feet measured from
centerline of 6th Street and dedicated on Tentative Parcel Map
SUBTPM15948) along the whole street frontage.
3) The existing overhead utilities (communications and electrical, except
for the 66kV electrical) on the project side of 6th Street shall be
undergrounded along the entire project frontage of both Parcels 1 and 2
of Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM15948, extending to the first pole off-
site (east and west), prior to public improvement acceptance or
occupancy, whichever occurs first. All services crossing 6th Street
shall be undergrounded at the same time. The developer may request
a reimbursement agreement to recover one-half the City adopted cost
for undergrounding from future development (redevelopment) as it
occurs on the opposite side of the street. If the developer fails to
submit for said reimbursement agreement within six months of the
public improvements being accepted by the City, all rights of the
developer to reimbursement shall terminate.
4) Adequate provisions shall be made for acceptance and disposal of
surface drainage entering the property from adjacent areas. Drainage
from the north shall be collected and conveyed in PCC drainage
devices, around proposed buildings to on-site facilities and eventually
to discharge onto 6th Street.
5) Public Improvement Plans shall be 90 percent complete prior to the
issuance of Grading Permits. Public Improvement Plans shall be
100 percent complete, signed by the City Engineer, and an
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improvement agreement and bonds executed bythe developer,priorto
Building Permit issuance.
6) Provide a Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP), to the satisfaction
of the City Engineer prior to issuance of Grading Permit, and identify
applicable Best Management Practices (BMPs) on the Grading Plan.
Also, have appropriate WQMP "TEMPLATE" Attachments regarding
responsible person(s) for maintenance and operations of the BMPs
recorded with the County of San Bernardino, and provide copy of
recorded document to the Engineering Department prior to issuance of
Grading Permits.
7) Maintenance of BMPs identified in the WQMP shall be addressed in the
project CC&Rs.
8) Where applicable, obtain and provide off-site entry rights to grade on
adjacent properties including the railroad easement(s).
9) Provide written confirmation from the railroad company regarding any
proposed grading adjacent to their easement along existing spur lines;
reference Grading Plan Submittal - Sections C, D, and E.
10) Decorative paving on-site shall not encroach onto the ultimate
right-of-way for 6th Street.
Environmental Mitigation
Aesthetics
1) Light standards and fixtures shall be designed to ensure that
illumination is confined within the project site. Glare shall be minimized
by shielding or diffusers or use of indirect lighting. A Photometric Plan
shall be submitted for City Planner review and approval.
Air Quality
1) All construction equipment shall be maintained in good 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.
2) Prior to the issuance of any grading permits,the 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.
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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.
• 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 the 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.
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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.
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.
Biological Resources
1) The applicant shall relocate the Washingtonia robusta (Mexican Fan
Palm) and the Platanus acerfolia (London Plane Tree), identified as
Trees #1 and #2, respectively, on the Site Plan submitted with the
Arborist Report, to suitable locations on-site. The new locations of
these trees shall be shown on the Landscape Plans submitted to the
City for review and approval.
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 area's archaeological
heritage.
• Propose mitigation measures and recommend conditions of
approval to eliminate adverse project effects on significant,
important, and unique prehistoric resources,following appropriate
CEQA guidelines.
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• 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 pre-construction 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 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 a summary report to the City of Rancho Cucamonga.
Transfer collected specimens with a copy of the report to the 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 the
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,
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precast concrete lattice blocks and bricks, terraces, diversions, runoff
spreaders, seepage pits, and recharge basins.
2) 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
2004.
3) Prior to issuance of grading or paving permits, applicant shall submit to
the City Engineer a Notice of Intent (NO]) to comply with obtaining
coverage under the National Pollutant 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.
4) Loading docks must be kept in a clean and orderly condition through a
regular program of sweeping and litter control and immediate cleanup
of spills and broken containers.
5) Below grade loading docks for warehouse/distribution centers of fresh
food items shall drain through water quality inlets, or to an engineered
system, or an equally effective alternative.
6) Building and grounds maintenance includes care of landscaped areas
around the facility, cleaning of parking lots and pavement, and the
cleaning of the storm drainage system.
7) Outdoor storage of items primarily used by the tenant shall be
discouraged. In the event that outdoor storage cannot be avoided, the
materials shall be kept in areas originally designed and designated for
storage.
8) Outdoor storage of materials for rehabilitation, remodeling, and
improvements shall be placed in designated areas at the time the work
is to be done. An area of the site shall be selected, away from
drainage structures, and on a paved surface. The areas shall be
isolated by use of erosion control measures, such as sandbags, plastic
sheeting, and the creation of drainage dikes to collect any runoff from
the area. Smaller materials, such as drums, paints, chemicals, and
tools shall be kept in a covered area. Larger materials such as lumber
shall be raised above the ground and securely covered with heavy
plastic sheeting that will be resistant to tear in the event of heavy
winds.
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9) Trash containers shall be covered at all times. The exterior of the
containers and the area surrounding the containers shall be kept clean
of debris. Inspection shall be on weekly basis by the person
responsible for the maintenance of the site. Spills shall be cleaned
immediately and shall be done with the appropriate cleaning materials.
All drainage from the building and pavement shall be diverted away
from the trash container area. Building roof drains shall be connected
to the underground storm drain system or adjoining pavement drains
located away from the trash container area. Trash container areas
shall be screened or walled to prevent off-site transportation of trash.
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. 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
Building Official. Said consultant shall report their findings to the
Building Official within 24 hours; however, if noise levels exceed the
above standards, then the consultant shall immediately notify the
Building Official. 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.
3) The perimeter block wall shall be constructed as early as possible in
the first phase.
4) Haul truck deliveries 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. 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.
6. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 25TH DAY OF MAY 2005.
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
BY:
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Rich Macias, Chairman
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 05-38
SUBTPM16445—MARK CAPELLINO
May 25, 2005
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ATTEST. /
Dan Colem , Acting Secretary
I, Dan Coleman, Acting Secretary of the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga,do
hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly and regularly introduced, passed, and adopted
by the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, at a regular meeting of the Planning
Commission held on the 25th day of May 2005, by the following vote-to-wit:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS: MACIAS, McNIEL, McPHAIL, STEWART
NOES: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: FLETCHER
City of Rancho Cucamonga
MITIGATION MONITORING
. in PROGRAM
Project File No.: DRC2003-01185 and SUBTPM16445—MARK CAPELLINO
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 Department
10500 Civic Center Drive
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
Mitigation Monitoring Program
DRC2003-01185 and SUBTPM16445
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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 Department. The Department shall .
require the applicant to.post any necessary funds (or other forms of guarantee) with the City.
These funds shall be used by the City to retain consultants and/or pay for City staff time to
monitor and report on the mitigation measure for the required period of time.
9. In those instances requiring long-term project monitoring, the applicant shall provide the City
with a plan for monitoring the mitigation activities at the project site and reporting the monitoring
results to the City. Said plan shall.identify the reporter as an individual qualified to know whether
the particular mitigation measure has been implemented. The monitoring/reporting plan shall
conform to the Citys MMP and shall be approved by the Community Development.Director or.
City Planner prior to the issuance of building permits.
MITIGATION MONITORING CHECKLIST (INITIAL STUDY PART III)
Project File No.: DRC2003-01185 and SUBTPM16445 Applicant: Cap Brothers Construction
Initial Study Prepared by: MIKE SMITH Date: May 12. 2005
ResponsibleMitigation Measures No.I g of Method .
Implementing Action for Monitoring Frequency Verification Verification Date/initials Non-Compiiance
Aesthetics
Light standards and fixtures shall be designed to ensure
that illumination is confined within the project site. Glare CP B Review of plans A/C 2/4
shall be minimized by shielding, diffusers, or use of
indirect lighting. A Photometric Plan shall be submitted
for City Planner review and approval
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/BO 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.
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Implementing Action for Monitoring Frequency Verification Verification Date/initials Non-Compliance
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 BO 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 BO C Review of plans A/C 2/4
through seeding and watering.
• Pave or apply gravel to any on-site haul roads. BO C Review of plans A/C 2/4
• Phase grading to prevent the susceptibility of large BO C Review of plans A/C 2/4
areas to erosion over extended periods of time.
• Schedule activities to minimize the amounts of BO 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 BO C Review of plans A 4
accordance with local ordinances and use sound
engineering practices.
• Sweep streets according to a schedule established BO 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 the time of year of
construction.
• Suspend grading operations during high winds(i.e., BO C During A 4
wind speeds exceeding 25 mph)in accordance with construction
SCAQMD Rule 403 requirements.
• Maintain a minimum 24-inch freeboard ratio on soils BO 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 C During A 4
stabilizing agent (approved by SCAQMD and Regional construction
Water Quality Control Board [RWQCBj)daily to reduce
PMIO emissions,in accordance with SCAQMD Rule 403.
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Chemical soil-stabilizers (approved by SCAQMD and BO C During A 4
RWQCB) shall be applied to all inactive construction construction
areas that remain inactive for 96 hours or more to
reduce PM,a emissions.
The construction contractor shall utilize electric or clean BO C Review of plans A/C 4
alternative fuel-powered equipment where feasible.
The construction contractor shall ensure that BO 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.
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 D 2/3
more employees shall be required to configure their
operating schedules around the Metrolink schedule to
the extent reasonably feasible.
Biological _
The applicant shall relocate the Washingtonia robusta CP D Review of plans A/D 2/3
(Mexican Fan Palm)and the Platanus acerfolia(London
Plane Tree),identified as Trees#1 and#2,respectively,
on the Site Plan submitted with the Arborist Report, to
suitable locations on-site. The new locations of these
trees shall.be shown on the Landscape Plans submitted
to the City for review and approval.
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Cultural Resources '
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 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 Review of report 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 area's CP/BO C Review of report A/D 3/4
archaeological heritage.
• 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.
• 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.
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Mitigation • Responsible
ImplementingAction
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 Review of report 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 a summary report to the City of Rancho CP D Review of report D 3
Cucamonga. Transfer collected specimens with a
copy of the report to the 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 PMIO 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 PMIO construction
emissions associated with vehicle tracking of soil off-
site. Timing may vary depending upon the time of year
of construction.
Grading operations shall be suspended when wind BO/CE C During A 4
speeds exceed 25 mph to minimize PMIO emissions construction
from the site during such episodes.
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Chemical soil stabilizers (approved by SCAQMD and BO C During A 4
RWQCB) shall be applied to all inactive construction construction
areas that remain inactive for 96 hours or more to
reduce PM,o 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 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 2004.
Prior to issuance of grading or paving permits,applicant CE B/C/D Review of plans A/C 2/4
shall submit to the City Engineer a Notice of Intent(NOI)
to comply with obtaining coverage under the National
Pollutant 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.
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Loading docks must be kept in a clean and orderly CP E As needed C 7
condition through a regular program of sweeping and
litter control and immediate cleanup of spills and broken
containers.
Below grade loading docks for warehouse/distribution CE B Review of plans A/C 2/4
centers of fresh food items shall drain through water
quality inlets,or to an engineered system, or an equally
effective alternative.
Building and grounds maintenance includes care of CP E As needed A 7
landscaped areas around the facility,cleaning of parking
lots and pavement, and the cleaning of the storm
drainage system.
Outdoor storage of items primarily used by the tenant CP/BO B/E Review of plans A/C 2/4/7
shall be discouraged. In the event that outdoor storage
cannot be avoided, the materials shall be kept in areas
originally designed and designated for storage.
Outdoor storage of materials for rehabilitation, CP/BO B/E During A/C 2/4/7
remodeling, and improvements shall be placed in construction
designated areas at the time the work is to be done. An
area of the site shall be selected, away from drainage
structures,and on a paved surface. The areas shall be
isolated by use of erosion control measures, such as
sandbags, plastic sheeting,and the creation of drainage
dikes to collect any runoff from the area. Smaller
materials, such as drums, paints, chemicals, and tools
shall be kept in a covered area. Larger materials.such
as lumber shall be raised above the ground and
securely covered with heavy plastic sheeting that will be
resistant to tear in the event of heavy winds.
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Trash containers shall be covered at all times. The CP B/E Review of plans A/C 7
exterior of the containers and the area surrounding the
containers shall be kept clean of debris. Inspection shall
be on weekly basis by the person responsible for the
maintenance of the site. Spills shall be cleaned
immediately and shall be done with the appropriate
cleaning materials. All drainage from the building and
pavement shall be diverted away from the trash
container area. Building roof drains shall be connected
to the underground storm drain system or adjoining
pavement drains located away from the trash container
area. Trash container areas shall be screened or walled
to prevent off-site transportation of trash.
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.
Construction or grading noise levels shall not exceed the BO 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 Building Official. Said consultant
shall report their findings to the Building Official within 24
hours; however, if noise levels exceed the above
standards, then the consultant shall immediately notify
the Building Official. 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 the first phase. construction
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Haul truck deliveries shall not take place between the PO/BO C During A 4/7
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.
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-Citation
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT
STANDARD CONDITIONS
PROJECT#: TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP SUBTPM16445
SUBJECT: SUBDIVIDE A 7.27 ACRE PARCEL INTO 11 PARCELS
APPLICANT: MARK CAPELLINO (CAP BROTHERS CONSTRUCTION)
LOCATION: 9850 6TH STREET; APN: 0209-211-19
ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE PLANNING DEPARTMENT, (909) 477-2750, FOR
COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
Completion Date
A. General Requirements
1. The applicant shall agree to defend at his sole expense any action brought against the City, its
agents,officers,or employees,because of the issuance of such approval,or in the alternative,to
relinquish such approval. The applicant shall reimburse the City, its agents, officers, or
employees, for any Court costs and 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. 05-38, 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. This 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 Department,the conditions contained herein,Development Code
regulations.
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Completion Date
2. Prior to any use of the project site or business activity being commenced thereon,all Conditions
of Approval shall be completed to the satisfaction of the City Planner.
3. Occupancy of the facilities shall not commence until such time as all Uniform Building Code and
State Fire Marshal regulations have been complied with. Prior to occupancy, plans shall be
submitted to the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District and the Building and Safety
Department 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. 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.
D. 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. The final design of 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 Department.
E. 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$474 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.
F. Other Agencies
1. The applicant shall contact the U.S. Postal Service to determine the appropriate type and location
of mailboxes. Multi-family residential developments shall provide a solid overhead structure for
mailboxes with adequate lighting. The final location of the mailboxes and the design of the
overhead structure shall be subject to City Planner review and approval prior to the issuance of
building permits.
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RANCHO CUCAMONGA FIRE DISTRICT
STANDARD CONDITIONS
October 7, 2004
6th Industrial Project
6th St. between Archibald Avenue and Hermosa Avenue
(12) Parcel Project
DRC2003-01185 & SUBTPM16445
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. The preferred locations for fire hydrants are:
i. At the entrance(s) to a commercial, industrial or residential project from the public
roadways.
ii. At intersections.
iii. On the right side of the street, whenever practical and possible.
iv. As required by the Fire Safety Division to meet operational needs of the Fire District.
V. A minimum of forty-feet (40')from any building.
C. 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.
d. 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 2,125
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 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. Fire protection water 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 fire protection water 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.
2. All structures that do not meet Fire District access requirements (see Fire Access).
3. When the building access does not meet the requirements of the 2001 California Building Code
and the RCFPD Fire Department Access - Fire Lane Standard #9-7
4. When any applicable code or standard requires the structure to be sprinklered.
FSC-5 Fire Alarm System
1. The California Building Code, the RCFPD Fire Alarm Standard #10-6 and/or the California Fire
Code require a listed fire sprinkler monitoring Central Station Fire Alarm system. Plan check
approval and a building permit are required Prior to the installation of the fire alarm system. 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
Roadways Std #9-7.
1. Location of Access: All portions of the structures 15t 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.
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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 24-feet.
C. The minimum outside tum radius shall be 50-feet.
A. 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%.
L 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.
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 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. Motorized gates must have a manual over ride or
battery back up.
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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 # 05822 & #
05842 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
• 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
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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 has review and approved (2) applications
for Alternate Methods. Per Alt. Method # 5822 Buildings 10 & 11 must be constructed with a
sprinkler system capable of protecting a high hazard classification commodity stored in racks up
to 20'. Per Alt. Method # 5842 Buildings 2, 4, 6, & 8 sprinklers systems may be supplied from the
hydrant loop.
FCS-14 Map Recordation
1. Reciprocal Access Agreement: The plan as submitted indicate that the required Fire Department
access:
a. Crosses a property line.
b. Is shared by multiple owners, and
C. 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.
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. Crosses a property line.
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b. Is located on common space under the control of an owner's association, and
C. 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. Please reference
the RCFPD Water Plan Submittal Procedure Standard.
All 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.
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.
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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.
9. 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
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and industrial buildings. The suite designation numbers and/or letters shall be provided on the front
and back of all suites.
10. 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.
11. 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.
12. Mapping Site Plan: Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, a 8 '/z" 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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