HomeMy WebLinkAbout06-09 - Resolutions RESOLUTION NO. 06-09
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DEVELOPMENT
REVIEW DRC2005-00885, A PROPOSAL OF 111 DETACHED
SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES ON 52.38 ACRES IN THE LOW REDISENTIAL
DISTRICT(2-4 DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE), LOCATED NORTH OF DAY
CREEK BOULEVARD, EAST OF SEAHORSE DRIVE; AND MAKING
FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF — APN: 0225-071-47, 51 AND
0225-081-08, 09, AND 11.
A. Recitals.
1. K. Hovnanian filed an application for the approval of Development Review
DRC2005-00885, as described in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the
subject Development Review request is referred to as 'the application."
2. On the 8th day of February 2006, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho
Cucamonga conducted a meeting on the application and concluded said meeting 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 meeting on February 8, 2006, including written and oral staff reports, this
Commission hereby specifically finds as follows:
a. The application applies to the property located north of Day Creek Boulevard east
of Sea Horse Drive,with a street frontage of approximately 1600 feet on Day Creek Boulevard and a
lot depth of 1,050 feet along Etiwanda Avenue and is presently improved with rough grading and
under construction for curb gutter and utilities; and
b. The property to the north of the subject site is vacant land;the property to the south
consists of single-family residential; the property to the east is under construction; and the property
to the west is a 240-foot wide Southern California Edison (SCE) utility corridor; and
C. The project consists of development review of 111 lots master planned by BCA
Development; and
d. The sewer, storm drain, detention basin, curb and gutter are currently under
construction; and
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February 8, 2006
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e. The project conforms to the basic Development Standards of the Etiwanda North
Specific Plan with required architectural elevations, slope requirements, and overall project density.
3. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the
above-referenced meeting and upon the specific findings of facts set forth in paragraphs 1 and 2
above, this Commission hereby finds and concludes as follows:
a. The proposed project is consistent with the objectives of the General Plan; and
b. The proposed use is in accord with the objectives of the Development Code and
the purposes of the district in which the site is located; and
C. The proposed use is in compliance with each of the applicable provisions of the
Development Code; and
d. The proposed use, together with the conditions applicable thereto, will not be
detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare or materially injurious to properties or
improvements in the vicinity.
4. Staff has found the project to be within the scope of the project covered by a prior
Environmental Impact Report certified by the County of San Bernardino Board of Supervisors in
June 1991, a Supplemental Environmental Impact Report was certified by the County of San
Bernardino Board of Supervisors in October 1999, and an Initial Study Addendum was certified by
the City of Rancho Cucamonga in August 2001, and does not raise or create new environmental
impacts not already considered in that Environmental Impact Report, Supplemental Environmental
Impact Report, and Initial Study Addendum.
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) All driveways shall have a maximum grade of 10 percent. If necessary,
driveways shall be lengthened and the garage setbacks increased in
order to achieve a 10 percent grade.
2) All corner lot side-yard walls shall be a setback of 12 feet from the curb
at the sidewalk if property line adjacent.
3) Wall heights are limited to a maximum of 6 feet. Separate retaining
walls are limited to 4 feet in height.
4) Boulders from the project site shall be utilized and integrated as part of
the front yard Landscape Plan, per the Master Plan Resolution of
Approval.
5) Monterey and San Juan elevation shall incorporate a functional
balcony as a'standard, not an option.
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February 8, 2006
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6) Chimneys shall incorporate siding, rock work, or stone veneer on the
Country, Ranch, and Bungalow elevations for the entire length of the
chimney.
Engineering Department
1) Conditions of Approval for Tentative Tract SUBTT16227 shall apply.
2) Prior to Building Permit Issuance, the "Master Builder" needs to
complete the following:
a) Record project Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions.
b) Complete LMD plans (Drawing 2020-L), including an alternate
streetlight proposal across the Southern California Edison
Corridor.
3) Before the 150th Building Permit is issued for Rancho Etiwanda
Estates, Day Creek Boulevard and Etiwanda Avenue shall be open to
traffic.
4) Before any occupancy, A Letter Of Map Revision (LOMR) shall be
issued by FEMA.
5) Pay the Traffic Circulation Improvement Fee prior to Building Permit
issuance currently estimated at $2,348 per residence, although a
reimbursement agreement submitted for actual costs is expected soon.
6) All development phases will require 2 means of access if any lot in that
phase is more than 600 feet from the primary access. Construct the
Mediterranean,Antic, Indian Ocean, and Stillwater connection with the
second phase.
7) The City Street Improvement Plan Mylars shall be revised and
approved by the City Engineer so that the driveway widths at the back
of the sidewalk do not exceed 40 percent of the lot frontage.
Environmental Mitigation Measures
1) The project shall implement all pertinent mitigation measures identified
in the Environmental Impact Report that was prepared and certified by
the County of San Bernardino Board of Supervisors in June 1991, the
Supplemental Environmental Impact Report that was certified by the
County of San Bernardino Board of Supervisors in October 1999, and
the Initial Study Addendum that was certified by the City of Rancho
Cucamonga in August 2001.
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 06-09
DRC2005-00885 - K. HOVANIAN
February 8, 2006
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6. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 8TH DAY OF FEBRUARY 2006.
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
BY: G1
Pam S Chairman
ATTEST:
Dan Coleman, Acting Secretary
I, Dan Coleman, Acting Secretary of the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga,
do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly and regularly introduced, passed, and
adopted by the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, at a regular meeting of the
Planning Commission held on the 8th day of February 2006, by the following vote-to-wit:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS: FLETCHER, MACIAS, McNIEL, STEWART
NOES: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
ABSTAIN: COMMISSIONERS: McPHAIL
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
- DEPARTMENT
STANDARD CONDITIONS
PROJECT M DRC2005-00885
SUBJECT: DESIGN REVIEW OF III LOTS
APPLICANT: K. HOVNANIAN
LOCATION: NORTH OF DAYCREEK BOULEVARD WEST OF ETIWANDA AVENUE
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.
2. Copies of the signed Planning Commission Resolution of Approval No. 06-09, Standard
Conditions, and all environmental mitigations shall be included on the plans (full size). The
sheet(s) are for information only to all parties involved in the construction/grading activities and
are not required to be wet sealed/stamped by a licensed Engineer/Architect.
B. Time Limits
1. Development/Design Review approval shall expire if building permits are not issued or approved
use has not commenced within 5 years from the date of approval. No extensions are allowed.
C. Site Development
1. The site shall be developed and maintained in accordance with the approved plans which include
site plans, architectural elevations,exterior materials and colors, landscaping, sign program, and
grading on file in the Planning Department,the conditions contained herein, Development Code
regulations, the Etiwanda North Specific Plan, and the Master Plan.
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2. Prior to any use of the project site or business activity being commenced thereon,all Conditions
of Approval shall be completed to the satisfaction of the City Planner.
3. Occupancy of the facilities shall not commence until such time as all Uniform Building Code 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. If no centralized trash receptacles are provided,all trash pick-up shall be for individual units with
all receptacles shielded from public view.
8. All building numbers and individual units shall be identified in a clear and concise manner,
including proper illumination.
9. All parkways, open areas, and landscaping shall be permanently maintained by the property
owner, homeowners'association,or other means acceptable to the City. Proof of this landscape
maintenance shall be submitted for City Planner and City Engineer review and approved prior to
the issuance of building permits.
10. Six-foot decorative block walls shall be constructed along the project perimeter. If a double wall
condition would result, the developer shall make a good faith effort to work with the adjoining
property owners to provide a single wall. Developer shall notify,by mail,all contiguous property
owner at least 30 days prior to the removal of any existing walls/ fences along the project's
perimeter.
11. Construct block walls between homes(i.e.,along interior side and rear property lines),ratherthan
wood fencing for permanence, durability, and design consistency.
12. For residential development, return walls and corner side walls shall be decorative masonry.
13. Slope fencing along side property lines may be wrought iron or black plastic coated chain link to
maintain an open feeling and enhance views.
14. On corner side yards, provide minimum 5-foot setback between walls/fences and sidewalk. The
5-foot wall/fence setback and the parkway shall have landscape and irrigation in addition to the
required street trees. Detailed landscape and irrigation plans shall be submitted for City Planner
review and approval prior to issuance of building permits. The parkway landscaping including
trees, shrubs, ground covers and irrigation shall be maintained by the property owner. The
developer shall provide each prospective buyer written notice of the parkway maintenance
requirement, in a standard format as determined by the City Planner, prior to accepting a cash
deposit on any property.
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D. Building Design
1. All roof appurtenances, including air conditioners and other roof mounted equipment and/or
projections, shall be shielded from view and the sound buffered from adjacent properties and
streets as required by the Planning Department. Such screening shall be architecturally
integrated with the building design and constructed to the satisfaction of the City Planner. Details
shall be included in building plans.
E. Parking and Vehicular Access (indicate details on building plans)
1. Multiple car garage driveways shall be tapered down to a standard two-car width at street.
F. Landscaping
1. A detailed landscape and irrigation plan,including slope planting and model home landscaping in
the case of residential development, shall be prepared by a licensed landscape architect and
submitted for City Planner review and approval prior to the issuance of building permits or prior
final map approval in the case of a custom lot subdivision.
2. All private slopes of 5 feet or more in vertical height and of 5:1 or greater slope, but less than 2:1
slope,shall be, at minimum, irrigated and landscaped with appropriate ground cover for erosion
control. Slope planting required by this section shall include a permanent irrigation system to be
installed by the developer prior to occupancy.
3. All private slopes in excess of 5 feet, but less than 8 feet in vertical height and of 2:1 or greater
slope shall be landscaped and irrigated for erosion control and to soften their appearance as
follows: one 15-gallon or larger size tree per each 150 sq.ft.of slope area, 1-gallon or larger size
shrub per each 100 sq.ft.of slope area,and appropriate ground cover. In addition,slope banks
in excess of 8 feet in vertical height and 2:1 or greater slope shall also include one 5-gallon or
larger size tree per each 250 sq. ft. of slope area. Trees and shrubs shall be planted in
staggered clusters to soften and vary slope plane. Slope planting required by this section shall
include a permanent irrigation system to be installed by the developer prior to occupancy.
4. For single-family residential development, all slope planting and irrigation shall be continuously
maintained in a healthy and thriving condition by the developer until each individual unit is sold
and occupied by the buyer. Prior to releasing occupancy for those units, an inspection shall be
conducted by the Planning Department to determine that they are in satisfactory condition.
5. Front yard and corner side yard landscaping and irrigation shall be required perthe Development
Code and Etiwanda North Specific Plan. This requirement shall be in addition to the required
street trees and slope planting.
6. The final design of the perimeter parkways,walls,landscaping,and sidewalks shall be included in
the required landscape plans and shall be subject to City Planner review and approval and
coordinated for consistency with any parkway landscaping plan which may be required by the
Engineering Department.
7. All walls shall be provided with decorative treatment. If located in public maintenance areas,the
design shall be coordinated with the Engineering Department.
G. 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 $495.00 prior to the issuance of building permits, guaranteeing satisfactory
performance and completion of all mitigation measures. These funds may be used bythe Cityto
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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.
H. Other Agencies
1. The applicant shall contact the U.S. Postal Service to determine the appropriate type and
location of mailboxes. Multi-family residential developments shall provide a solid overhead
structure for mailboxes with adequate lighting. The final location of the mailboxes and the
design of the overhead structure shall be subject to City Planner review and approval prior to
the issuance of building permits.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE BUILDING AND SAFETY DEPARTMENT, (909)477-2710,
FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
NOTE: ANY REVISIONS MAY VOID THESE REQUIREMENTS AND NECESSITATE ADDITIONAL REVIEW(S)
I. General Requirements SF Tract Conditions Apply:
1. Submit five complete sets of plans including the following:
a. Site/Plot Plan;
b. Foundation Plan;
C. Floor Plan;
d. Ceiling and Roof Framing Plan;
e. Electrical Plans(2 sets,detached)including the size of the main switch,number and size
of service entrance conductors, panel schedules, and single line diagrams;
f. Plumbing and Sewer Plans, including isometrics,underground diagrams,waterandwaste
diagram, sewer or septic system location, fixture units, gas piping, and heating and air
conditioning; and
g. Planning Department Project Number (i.e.,DRC2005-00885) clearly identified on the
outside of all plans.
2. Submit two sets of structural calculations,energy conservation calculations, and a soils report.
Architect's/Engineer's stamp and"wet"signature are required prior to plan check submittal.
3. Contractors must show proof of State and City licenses and Workers'Compensation coverage
to the City prior to permit issuance.
4. Separate permits are required for fencing and/or walls.
5. Developers wishing to participate in the Community Energy Efficiency Program (CEEP) can _/_/
contact the Building and Safety Department staff for information and submittal requirements.
J. 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., DRC2005-00885). 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.
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2. Prior to issuance of building permits for a new residential project or major addition,the applicant
shall pay development fees at the established rate. Such fees may include,but are not limited to:
City Beautification Fee, Park Fee, Drainage Fee,Transportation Development Fee, Permit and
Plan Check Fees,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. Street addresses shall be provided by the Building and Safety Official 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.
K. New Structures
1: Provide compliance with the California Building Code (CBC) for property line clearances
considering use, area, and fire-resistiveness.
2. Provide compliance with the California Building Code for required occupancy separations.
3. Roofing material shall be installed per the manufacturer's "high wind" instructions.
L. 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. The final grading, appropriate certifications and compaction reports shall be completed,
submitted, and approved by the Building and Safety Official prior to the issuance of building
permits.
5. A separate grading plan check submittal is required for all new construction projects and for
existing buildings where improvements being proposed will generate 50 cubic yards or more of
combined cut and fill. The grading plan shall be prepared,stamped,and signed by a California
registered Civil Engineer.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT, (909) 477-2740, FOR
COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
M. Street Improvements
1. Pursuant to City Council Resolution No.88-557,no person shall make connections from a source
of energy,fuel or power to any building service equipment which is regulated by technical codes
and for which a permit is required unless, in addition to any and all other codes, regulations and
ordinances, all improvements required by these conditions of development approval have been
completed and accepted by the City Council,except:that in developments containing more than
one building or unit, the development may have energy connections made to a percentage of
those buildings, or units proportionate to the completion of improvements as required by
conditions of approval of development. In no case shall more than 95 percent of the buildings or
units be connected to energy prior to completion and acceptance of all improvements required by
these conditions of approval of development.
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N. General Requirements and Approvals
1. Prior to the issuance of building permits,a Diversion Deposit and related administrative fees shall
be paid for the Construction and Demolition Diversion Program. The deposit is fully refundable if
at least 50% of all wastes generated during construction and demolition are diverted from
landfills,and appropriate documentation is provided to the City. Form CD-1 shall be submitted to
the Engineering Department when the first building permit application is submitted to Building and
Safety. Form CD-2 shall be submitted to the Engineering Department within 60 days following
the completion of the construction and/or demolition project.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE POLICE DEPARTMENT, (909) 477-2800, FOR
COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
O. Security Hardware
1. A secondary locking device shall be installed on all sliding glass doors.
2. One-inch single cylinder dead bolts shall be installed on all entrance doors. If windows are within
40 inches of any locking device, tempered glass or a double cylinder dead bolt shall be used.
3. All garage or rolling doors shall have slide bolts or some type of secondary locking devices.
P. Windows
1. All sliding glass windows shall have secondary locking devices and should not be able to be lifted
from frame or track in any manner.
Q. Building Numbering
1. Numbers and the backgrounds shall be of contrasting color and shall be reflective for nighttime
visibility.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE FIRE SAFETY DEPARTMENT, FIRE PROTECTION
PLANNING SERVICES AT, (909) 477-2770, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING
CONDITIONS:
SEE ATTACHED
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A�� , Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection
District
Fire Construction Services
STANDARD CONDITIONS
January 9, 2006
Hovnanian at Etiwanda
Tract SUBTT16227
DRC2005-00885
THE FOLLOWING STANDARD CONDITIONS APPLY TO THIS PROJECT.
Before building permits are issued: 1. Secondary access roadway must be installed. 2.
The fire flow letter from CVWD must be submitted to Fire Construction Services.
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. For single-family residential projects in the designated Hazardous Fire Area, the
maximum distance between fire hydrants is 400-feet. No portion of the exterior wall
facing the addressed street shall be more than 200-feet from an approved fire
hydrant. For cul-de-sacs, the distance shall not exceed•150-feet.
b. Fire hydrants are to be located. 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 2,000 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. For structures in excess
of 3,600 square feet use CFC Table A-III-A-1.
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 service 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 service 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 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. Buildings constructed in the designed Hazardous Fire Areas which include:
a. All structures that do not meet Fire District access requirements (see Fire Access).
b. When required fire flow cannot be provided due to inadequate volume or pressure.
FSC-6 Fire District Site Access
Fire District access roadways include public roads; streets and highways, as well as private
roads, streets drive aisles and/or designated fire lanes. Please reference the RCFPD Fire
Department Access— Fire Lanes Standard 9-7.
1. Residential gates installed across Fire District access roads shall be installed in
accordance with RCFPD Residential Gate Standard #9-1. The following design
requirements apply:
a. All automatic gates shall be provided with a Fire District approved, compatible traffic
pre-emption device. The devices shall be digital. Analog devices are not
acceptable. Devices shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions and specifications.
b. Vehicle access gates shall be provided with an approved Fire District Knox Key
Switch.
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C. The key switch shall be located outside and immediately adjacent to the gate for use
in the event that the traffic pre-emption device fails to operate.
d. A traffic loop device must be installed to allow exiting from the complex.
e. The gate shall remain in the open position for not less than 20-minutes and shall
automatically reset.
2. 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.
3. 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-7 Hazardous Fire Area
This project is located within the "State Responsibility Area" (SRA), the "Very High Fire Hazard
Severity Zone" (VHFHSZ), City of Rancho Cucamonga "Hillside District", and/or within the area
identified on the Rancho Cucamonga General Plan, Exhibit V-7 as High Probability-High
Consequence for Fire Risk. These locations have been determined to be within the "Hazardous
Fire Area" as defined by the Fire District. The Hazardous Fire Area is based on maps produced
by the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection and the City of Rancho
Cucamonga.
1. Hazard Reduction Plans: The applicant shall prepare the architectural plans for the
construction of the buildings in accordance with the County of San Bernardino's
Development Code as amended by RCFPD Ordinance 39, Appendix II-A. Fire Area FS-3
requirements apply to the construction of the buildings based on the slope of the terrain
and/or mitigation of the fuel modification plans. The development code provides
standards regulating and requiring:
a. Fire resistive roof assemblies
b. Fuel Modification and hazard reduction plans
C. Fire District access roadways
d. Fire resistive construction and protection of openings.
e. Fire sprinkler systems
f. Fire flow criteria
For construction requirements in the "Hazard Fire Area" refer to the following web site:
http://www.co.san-bernardino.ca.us/landuseservices/DevCode (Chapter 2 Hazard Protection,
Article 2 Fire Safety (FR) Overlay District) for an Adobe copy. Also reference RCFPD
Ordinance 39, Appendix II-A.
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Comply with the following guidelines regarding submission of the Fuel Modification plan:
Fuel Modification Plans
Submit four (4) sets of plans: (1) RCFPD; (1) Job Set; (1) Architectural Plans; (1) Recorded set
Approved plan and documentation must be recorded with San Bernardino County prior to
release of occupancy. Proof of the recording must be provided to FCS.
Submittal Requirements:
1. Site plan (blueprint size) providing details of the zone areas (i.e., Zone "A" — set back 0' —
30'; Zone "B" — irrigation 30' —80', etc.).
2. Text Document (8-1/2" x 11") to include details of how the fuel modification requirements
will be met. This text document will also include the following:
a. Successor clause — statement indicating that any subsequent homeowner must
comply with the conditions of the fuel modification plan.
b. Substitution clause — statement to read: "Substitution or replacement of approved
plants, with plants from the approved list, may occur without a resubmission, if the
plants are similar and meet the same criteria."
C. Statement indicating that any major change to the plans (i.e., substitution of more
than 50% of the approved plants; theme change and/or method change) will require
a new submittal to the Fire District for review and approval.
d. Any reference to an approved guideline (i.e., LA County; SB County Overlay Districts
FR-1, FR-2 or FS-3; Orange County) requires those portions of the guidelines
referenced to be included in your document.
e. Minimum 100' of fuel modification distance is required and shall include off-site
property within the 100 feet distance. The off-site portion of the plan will be
considered "thinning/modification". A letter from the adjacent property owner must
be included in the document OR a notarized letter providing a detailed "diligent"
effort to contact the adjacent property owner.
3. Mitigations to the fuel modification plan include:
a. Installation of automatic fire sprinklers; or
b. Installation of block walls; or
C. Use of rated construction materials
At the discretion of the Fire District, fuel modification plans may be required to validate the
design assumptions by providing a computer-generator model (BEHAVE) of the plan.
NOTE: Fuel Modification Plans must be submitted to.Fire Construction Services for review and
approval prior to the submittal of architectural drawings.
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1. Mobile, stationary or portable power-operated equipment in the Hazardous Fire
Area shall not be used without the Fire Safety Division's written approval. Specific fire
protection measures that may be required to mitigate the hazard include, but are not
limited to:
a. A stand-by water tender, equipped with a pump, fire hose and nozzle.
b. Pre-wetting of the site to avoid the production of sparks between blades or tracks
and rocks.
C. Conducting a fire watch for a minimum of one-hour following the cessation of
operations each day.
d. For welding, cutting or grinding work, clear away all combustible material from the
area around such operation for a minimum distance of 10-feet. A "hot-work" permit
must be obtained from Fire Construction Services prior to cutting, welding or grinding
work.
e. Maintain one serviceable round point shovel with an overall length of not less than
forty-six (46) inches and one five (5) gallon backpack water pump-type fire
extinguisher fully equipped and ready for use at the immediate area during the
operation.
FSC-8 Chronological summary of RCFPD Hazardous Fire Area requirements
Prior to the issuance of a rough grading permit, the applicant shall obtain the Fire District
approval of a preliminary fuel modification/hazard reduction plan and program. The plan(s) shall
be prepared by an individual or firm qualified and experienced in wildfire hazard mitigation
planning.
Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the developer shall have submitted and obtain
approval of a final fuel modification plan. Further, the builder shall have completed that portion
of the approved fuel modification/hazard reduction plan determined to be necessary by the Fire
District before the introduction of any combustible materials into the project area. Approval is
subject to an on-site inspection.
Prior to the issuance of any Certificate of Occupancy, the remainder of the fuel
modification/hazard reduction plan requirements shall be installed, inspected and accepted by
the Fire District staff. Schedule the inspection with Fire Construction Services at 909-477-2713.
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.
.Chronological Summary of RCFPD Standard
Conditions
PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS — Please complete the following.prior to
the issuance of any building permits:
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1. 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. 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.
2. Fuel Modification Plans: Please refer to RCFPD Summary of Fire Hazardous Area
requirements.
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.
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. 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.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. Address: Prior to the granting of occupancy, single-family dwellings shall post the
address with minimum 4-inch numbers on a contrasting background. The numbers shall
be internally or externally illuminated during periods of darkness. The numbers shall be
visible from the street. When building setback from the public roadway exceeds 100-feet,
additional 4-inch numbers shall be displayed at the property entry.
6. Fuel Modification: Please refer to RCFPD Summary of Fire Hazardous Area.
requirements.
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