HomeMy WebLinkAbout06-06 - Resolutions RESOLUTION NO. 06-06
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA,APPROVING TENTATIVE TRACT
MAP SUBTT17166,A 16 LOT SUBDIVISION OF 20.2 ACRES OF LAND IN
SUBAREAS 4 AND 5 IN THE GENERAL INDUSTRIAL ZONE, LOCATED
AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF ARCHIBALD AVENUE AND
CRESCENT CENTER DRIVE; AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT
THEREOF -APN: 0210-071-52 THRU 56.
A. Recitals.
1. PGP Partners, Inc., filed an application for the approval of Tentative Tract Map
SUBTT17166, as described in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution,the subject
Tentative Tract Map request is referred to as "the application."
2. On the 25th day of January 2006, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho
Cucamonga conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the application and concluded said hearing
on that date.
3. All legal prerequisites prior to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred.
B. Resolution.
NOW, THEREFORE, it is hereby found, determined, and resolved by the Planning
Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga as follows:
1. This Commission hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals,
Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct.
2. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the
above-referenced public hearing on January 25, 2006, including written and oral staff reports,
together with public testimony, this Commission hereby specifically finds as follows:
a. The application applies to the property located at the northeast corner of
Archibald Avenue and Crescent Center Drive, with a street frontage of 569 feet and lot depth of
1,280 feet and is presently improved with 16 industrial buildings; and
b. The property to the north of the subject site is industrial; the property to the south
consists of industrial buildings; the property to the east is industrial; and the property to the west is
single-family homes; and
C. The development is proposed to subdivide the land and will not include the addition
of any floor area; and
d. All parking and circulation requirements are met.
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:
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 06-06
SUBTT17166—PGP PARTNERS, INC.
January 25, 2006
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a. That Tentative Tract Map SUBTT17166 is consistent with the General Plan,
Development Code, and any applicable specific plans; and
b. The design or improvements of Tentative Tract Map SUBTT17166 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. Tentative Tract Map SUBTT17166 is not likely to cause serious public health
problems; and
f. The design of Tentative Tract Map SUBTT17166 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 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 projectwill
have a significant effect upon the environment and adopts a Negative Declaration and Monitoring
Program attached hereto, and incorporated herein by this reference, based upon the findings as
follows:
a. That the 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 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 Negative Declaration with regard to the application.
b. That, based upon the changes and alterations which have been incorporated into
the proposed project, no significant adverse environmental effects will occur.
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 Negative Declaration for the project,there is no evidence that the proposed project
will have potential for an adverse impact upon wildlife resources or the habitat upon which wildlife
depends. Further, based upon the substantial evidence contained in the 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 COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 06-06
SUBTT17166–PGP PARTNERS, INC.
January 25, 2006
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Engineering Department
1) Private drainage easements for cross-lot drainage shall be provided
and shall be delineated or noted on the final map.
Building and Safety Department
The following specific conditions apply to the project prior to recordation of
the final map.
Rancho Cucamonga Development Code Section 17.22.030:
1) A copy of the proposed declaration of Covenants, Conditions, and
Restrictions will apply and shall include an agreement for common area
maintenance, including facilities and landscaping together with an
estimate of the initial assessment fees anticipated for such
maintenance; a description of a provision for maintenance of vehicular
access areas within a project; and an indication of appropriate
responsibilities for maintenance of all utility lines and services for each
unit; and,
2) A physical elements report which shall include, but not limited to:
a) A report detailing the condition and estimating the remaining
useful life of each element of the project proposed for
conversion: fire protection systems including automatic sprinkler
system, alarm systems, or standpipe systems and structural
elements.
b) A structural pest control report. A licensed structural pest
control operator pursuant to Section 8516 of the Business and
Professions Code shall prepare such report.
6. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 25TH DAY OF JANUARY 2006.
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
BY:
—T Rich Macias, Vice Chairman
ATTEST:
E: X_
Dan Coleman, Acting Secretary
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 06-06
SUBTT17166—PGP PARTNERS, INC.
January 25, 2006
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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 January 2006, by the following vote-to-wit:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS: FLETCHER, MACIAS, McNIEL, McPHAIL
NOES: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: STEWART
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT
STANDARD CONDITIONS
PROJECT#: TENTATIVE TRACT MAP SUBTT17166
SUBJECT: SUBDIVISION OF 20.2 ACRES
APPLICANT: PGP PARTNERS, INC.
LOCATION: NORTHEAST CORNER OF ARCHIBALD AVENUE AND CRSCENT CENTER DRIVE
ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE PLANNING DEPARTMENT, (909) 477-2750, FOR
COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
A. General Requirements Completion 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.
B. Time Limits
1. This tentative tract map or tentative parcel map shall expire, unless extended by the Planning
Commission, unless a complete final map is filed with the City Engineer within 3 years from the
date of the approval.
C. Site Development
1. The site shall be developed and maintained in accordance with the approved plans which include
site plans,architectural elevations,exterior materials and colors,landscaping,sign program,and
grading on file in the Planning Department,the conditions contained herein, Development Code
regulations.
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
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. The Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&Rs) and Articles of Incorporation of the
Homeowners' Association are subject to the approval of the Planning and Engineering
Departments and the City Attorney. They shall be recorded concurrently with the Final Map or
prior to the issuance of building permits, whichever occurs first. A recorded copy shall be
provided to the City Engineer. The Homeowners' Association shall submit to the Planning
Department a list of the name and address of their officers on or before January 1 of each and
every year and whenever said information changes.
8. 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. Parking and Vehicular Access (indicate details on building plans)
1. All parking spaces shall be 9 feet wide by 18 feet long. When a side of any parking space abuts
a building, wall, support column, or other obstruction, the space shall be a minimum of 11 feet
wide.
2. All parking lot landscape islands shall have a minimum outside dimension of 6 feet and shall
contain a 12-inch walk adjacent to the parking stall (including curb).
3. All parking spaces shall be double striped per City standards and all driveway aisles,entrances,
and exits shall be striped per City standards.
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4. Plans for any security gates shall be submitted for the City Planner, City Engineer, and Rancho
Cucamonga Fire Protection District review and approval prior to issuance of building permits.
For residential development,private gated entrances shall provide adequate turn-around space
in front of the gate and a separate visitor lane with call box to avoid cars stacking into the public
right-of-way.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE BUILDING AND SAFETY DEPARTMENT,(909)477-2710,
FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
NOTE: ANY REVISIONS MAY VOID THESE REQUIREMENTS AND NECESSITATE ADDITIONAL REVIEW(S)
The following specific conditions apply to the project prior to recordation of the final
map.
Rancho Cucamonga Development Code Section 17.22.030:
1. A copy of the proposed declaration of Covenants,Conditions,and Restrictions will apply and shall
include an agreement for common area maintenance, including facilities and landscaping
together with an estimate of the initial assessment fees anticipated for such maintenance; a
description of a provision for maintenance of vehicular access areas within a project; and an
indication of appropriate responsibilities for maintenance of all utility lines and services for each
unit; and,
2. A physical elements report which shall include, but not limited to:
a. A report detailing the condition and estimating the remaining useful life of each element of
the project proposed for conversion: fire protection systems including automatic sprinkler
system, alarm systems, or standpipe systems and structural elements.
b. A structural pest control report. A licensed structural pest control operator pursuant to
Section 8516 of the Business and Professions Code shall prepare such report.
Standard Conditions which apply to any new proposed structures after the
recordation of the map.
E. General Requirements
1. Submit five complete sets of plans including the following:
a. Site/Plot Plan;
b. Foundation Plan;
C. Floor Plan;
d. Ceiling and Roof Framing Plan;
e. Electrical Plans(2 sets, detached) including the size of the main switch, number and size
of service entrance conductors, panel schedules, and single line diagrams;
I. Plumbing and Sewer Plans, including isometrics, underground diagrams,water and waste
diagram, sewer or septic system location, fixture units, gas piping, and heating and air
conditioning; and
g. Planning Department CUP Tracking Number must be clearly noted on the Title Sheet of
the Plans.
h. Separate permits are required for fencing and/or walls.
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i. All sheets must be marked: NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION.
2. Submit two sets of structural calculations, energy conservation calculations, and a soils report. —/—/—
Architect's/Engineer's stamp and "wet" signature are required prior to plan check submittal.
3. Contractors must show proof of State and City licenses and Workers'Compensation coverage to —/—/—
the City prior to permit issuance.
4. Business shall not open for operation prior to posting the Certificate of Occupancy issued by the —/—/—
Building and Safety Department.
F. Site Development
1. Plans shall be submitted for plan check and approved prior to construction. All plans shall be —/—/—
marked with the project file number (i.e., DRC2003-00072 and SUBTT17166). The applicant
shall comply with the latest adopted California Codes,and all other applicable codes,ordinances,
and regulations in effect at the time of permit application. Contact the Building and Safety
Department for availability of the Code Adoption Ordinance and applicable handouts.
2. Prior to issuance of building permits for a new residential project or major addition,the applicant
shall pay pay development fees at the established rate..Such fees may include,but are not limited to:
City Beautification Fee, Park Fee, Drainage Fee,Transportation Development Fee, Permit and
Plan Check Fees,Construction and Demolition Diversion Program deposit and fees and School
Fees. Applicant shall provide a copy of the School Fees receipt to the Building and Safety
Department prior to permit issuance.
3. The Building and Safety Official shall provide the street addresses after tract/parcel map —/—/—
recordation and prior to issuance of Building Permits.
4. Construction activity shall not occur between the hours of 8:00 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. Monday —/—/—
through Saturday, with no construction on Sunday or holidays.
5. Construct trash enclosure(s) per City Standard (available at the Planning Department's public —/—/—
counter).
G. New Structures
1. Provide compliance with the California Building Code (CBC) for property line clearances —/—/—
considering use, area, and fire-resistiveness.
2. The project shall be designed to comply with the 2001 California Building Codes (CBC), the
California Fire Code and with RCFPD Ordinances 15 and 39.
3. Provide compliance with the California Building Code for required occupancy separations. —/—J-
4. Provide draft stops in attic areas, not to exceed 3,000 square feet, in accordance with CBC —/—/—
Section 1505.
5. Exterior walls shall be constructed of the required fire rating in accordance with CBC Table 5-A —/—/-
6. Openings in exterior walls shall be protected in accordance with CBC Table 5-A. —/—/-
7. Provide the required restroom facilities per the CBC Appendix Chapter 29. —/—/-
8. All exit components must comply with the requirements of CBC Chapter 10 (adjoining rooms, —/—/—
rated corridors, door swings, separation of exits, etc.).
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9. At the time of tenant improvement plan check submittal(for construction)additional requirements —/—/—
may be required.
10. Clearly indicate on the plans compliance with ADA requirements for the disabled. —/—/—
11. A register architect must sign and stamp the plans.
H. Grading
1. Grading of the subject property shall be in accordance with California Building Code,City Grading —/—/—
Standards, and accepted grading practices. The final grading plan shall be in substantial
conformance with the approved grading plan.
2. A soils report shall be prepared by a qualified engineer licensed by the State of California to —/—/—
perform such work.
3. A geological report shall be prepared by a qualified engineer or geologist and submitted at the
time of application for grading plan check.
4. At the time of tenant improvement plan check submittal(for construction)additional requirements
may be required.
5. The final Grading Plan, appropriate certifications and compaction reports shall be completed,
submitted, and approved by the Building and Safety Official prior to the issuance of building
permits.
6. A separate grading plan check submittal is required for all new construction projects and for
existing buildings where improvements being proposed will generate 50 cubic yards or more of
combined cut and fill. The Grading Plan shall be prepared,stamped,and signed by a California
registered Civil Engineer.
Not on title sheet that tenant improvement plans must be submitted for plan check and be approved
prior to construction. The applicant shall comply with the latest adopted California Codes,and all other
applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations in effect at the time of permit application. Contact the
Building and Safety Department if you have any questions about the procedure at (909) 477-2710.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT, (909) 477-2740, FOR
COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
1. Reciprocal access easements shall be provided ensuring access to all parcels by CC&Rs or by
deeds and and shall be recorded concurrently with the map or prior to the issuance of building
permits, where no map is involved.
2. 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.
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Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection
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District
Fire Construction Services
STANDARD CONDITIONS
September 28, 2005
Crescent Business Center
NEC Archibald & Business Center Dr.
SUBTT17166
THE FOLLOWING SPECIFIC CONDITIONS APPLY TO THE PROJECT
PRIOR TO RECORDATION OF THE FINAL MAP.
Rancho Cucamonga Development Code Section 17.22.030 —
A. A copy of the proposed declaration of CC&R'S which will apply and which shall include an
agreement for common area maintenance, including facilities and landscaping together
with an estimate of the initial assessment fees anticipated for such maintenance; a
description of a provision for maintenance of vehicular access areas within a project; and
an indication of appropriate responsibilities for maintenance of all utility lines and services
for each unit; and,
B. A physical elements report; which shall include but not be limited to:
1. A report detailing the condition and estimating the remaining useful life of each
element of the project proposed for conversion: fire protection systems including
automatic sprinkler system, alarm systems, or standpipe systems; and structural
elements.
2. A structural pest control report. A licensed structural pest control operator pursuant
to Section 8516 of the Business and Professions Code shall prepare such report.
These conditions exist unless otherwise noted in which case those
conditions apply as noted.
THE FOLLOWING STANDARD CONDITIONS APPLY TO THIS PARCEL MAP.
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 fire flow for this project is 3,750 gallons per minute at a minimum residual
pressure of 20-pounds per square inch. This requirement is made in accordance with Fire
Code Appendix III-A, as adopted by the Fire District Ordinances.
2. The required minimum fire flow for this project, when automatic fire sprinklers are installed
is 2,000 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
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.
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2. Group "A" Occupancies.
3. "E" Occupancies with an occupant load of 50 or more persons.
4. All structures that do not meet Fire District access requirements (see Fire Access).
5. When required fire flow cannot be provided due to inadequate volume or pressure.
6. 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
7. 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 15' 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 24-feet.
C. The minimum outside turn radius shall be 50-feet.
d. The minimum radius for cul-de-sacs is 45-feet.
e. The minimum vertical clearance is 14-feet, 6-inches.
f. At any private entry median, the minimum width of traffic lanes shall be 20-feet 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).
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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. Prior to the fabrication and installation of the gates, plans are required to be
submitted to Fire Construction Services (FCS) for approval. Upon the completion of
the installation and before placing the gates in service, inspection and final
acceptance must be requested from FCS.
b. Gates must slide open horizontally or swing inward.
C. Gates may be motorized or manual.
d. When fully open, the minimum clearance dimension of drive access shall be 20 feet.
e. Manual gates must be equipped with a RCFPD lock available at the Fire Safety
Office for$20.00.
f. Motorized gates must open at the rate of one-foot per second.
g. The motorized gate actuation mechanism must be equipped with a manual override
device and a fail-safe or battery backup feature to open the gate or release the
locking Mechanism in case of power failure or mechanical malfunction.
h. Motorized gates shall be equipped with a Knox override key switch. The switch must
be installed outside the gate in a visible and unobstructed location.
i. For motorized gates, a traffic loop device must be installed to allow exiting from the
complex.
j. If traffic pre-emption devices (TPD) are to be installed, the device, location and
operation must be approved by the Fire Chief prior to installation. Bi-directional or
multiple sensors may be required due to complexity of the various entry
configurations.
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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, 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
• 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
(CU PA) for the City of Rancho Cucamonga.
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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
RECIPROCAL AGREEMENTS for Fire Department Emergency Access and Water Supply are
required on this project. The project appears to be located on a property that is being
subdivided. A reciprocal agreement is required to be recorded between property owners.
Reciprocal access agreement — Please provide a permanent access agreement between the
owners granting irrevocable and a non-exclusive easement, favoring the Fire District to gain
access to the subject property. The agreement shall include a statement that no obstruction,
gate, fence, building or other structure shall be placed within the dedicated access, without Fire
Department approval. The agreement shall have provisions for emergency situations and the
assessing of cost recovery to the property by the fire District.
Reciprocal water covenant — Please provide a permanent maintenance and service covenant
between the owners granting an irrevocable and non-exclusive easement, favoring the Fire
District for the purpose of accessing and maintaining the private water mains, valves and fire
hydrants (fire protection systems facilities in general). The covenant shall have provisions for
emergency situations and the assessing of cost recovery to the property by the fire District.
The agreement shall be recorded with the County of San Bernardino Recorders Office. The
Fire Construction Services Unit shall approve the agreement prior to recordation. The recorded
agreement shall include a copy of the site plan. The agreement shall be recorded with the
County of San Bernardino, Recorders Office. The Fire Construction Services Unit shall approve
the agreement, prior to recordation
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FCS-15 Annexation of the parcel map: This condition applies if any additional structures
are built on this site subsequent to the map recordation. Annexation of the parcel map into
the Community Facilities District #85-1 or #88-1 is required prior to the issuance of grading or
building permits for any proposed structures.
Chronological Summary of RCFPD Standard
Conditions
Applicable to any proposed construction (Future addition
or remodeling).
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 410-4. The Building & Safety Division and Fire
Construction Services will perform plan checks and inspections.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. 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.
7. 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.
9. 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.
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.
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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 '/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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City of Rancho Cucamonga
NEGATIVE DECLARATION
The following Negative Declaration is being circulated for public review in accordance with the
California Environmental Quality Act Section 21091 and 21092 of the Public Resources Code.
Project File No.: Tentative Tract Map SUBTT17166
Public Review Period Closes: January 25, 2006
Project Name: Project Applicant: PGP Partners, Inc.
Project Location (also see attached map): Located at the northeast corner of Archibald Avenue
and Crescent Center Drive - APN: 0210-071-52, 53, 54, 55, and 56.
Project Description: A request to subdivide a 20.2 acre property containing 16 industrial buildings
into 16 numbered lots in Subareas 4 and 5 in the General Industrial Zone. Related files:
Development Review DRC2003-00072.
. FINDING
This is to advise that the City of Rancho Cucamonga,acting as the lead agency,has conducted an
Initial Study to determine if the project may have a significant effect on the environment and is
proposing this Negative Declaration based upon the following finding:
The Initial Study indicates that there is no substantial evidence that the project may have a
significant effect on the environment.
If adopted, the Negative Declaration means that an Environmental Impact Report will not be
required. The factual and analytical basis for this finding is included in the attached Initial Study.
The project file and all related documents are available for review at the City of Rancho
Cucamonga Planning Department at 10500 Civic Center Drive (909) 477-2750 or Fax
(909)477-2847.
NOTICE
The public is invited to comment on the proposed Negative Declaration during the review period.
January 25, 2006 1;2Z
Date of Determination Adopted By