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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06-10 - Resolutions RESOLUTION NO. 06-10 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2005-00986, A PROPOSAL OF 145 DETACHED SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES ON 52.54 ACRES IN THE LOW RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT (2-4 DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE), LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF DAY CREEK BOULEVARD EAST OF THE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON CORRIDOR;AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF APN: 0225-071-47, 51 AND 0225-081-08, 09, 14, AND 15. A. Recitals. 1. Meritage Homes filed an application for the approval of Development Review DRC2005-00986, 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 22nd 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 22, 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 and west of Etiwanda Avenue, with a street frontage of approximately 1,600-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 145 lots master planned by BCA Development; and d. The sewer, storm drain, detention basin, curb, and gutter are currently under construction; and PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION 06-10 DRC2005-00986 — MERITAGE HOMES February 22, 2006 Page 2 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 sideyard walls shall have 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. PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION 06-10 DRC2005-00986 — MERITAGE HOMES February 22, 2006 Page 3 5) Monterey and San Juan elevation shall incorporate a functional balcony as a standard, not an option. Where the standard balcony is not practical, it may be omitted. The balconies not used must be reviewed and approved by the City Planner. 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 (CC&Rs). b) Complete LIVID 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 two means of access if any lot in that phase is more than 600 feet from the primary access. Construct the State, Overland, Imperial, Melody, and DuPont connection with the first phase. Melon Drive and a portion of Del Rey Drive in Tract 16227- 2 shall be complete prior to Phase 10. 6) 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 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION 06-10 DRC2005-00986 — MERITAGE HOMES February 22, 2006 Page 4 the Initial Study Addendum that was certified by the City of Rancho Cucamonga in August 2001. 6. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution. APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 22ND DAY OF FEBRUARY 2006. PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA BY: P Stewart, Chairman i ATTEST: / v 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 22nd day of February 2006, by the following vote-to-wit: AYES: COMMISSIONERS: FLETCHER, MACIAS, McNIEL, McPHAIL, STEWART NOES: COMMISSIONERS: NONE ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: NONE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT STANDARD CONDITIONS PROJECT#: DRC2005-00986 SUBJECT: DESIGN REVIEW OF 145 LOTS APPLICANT: MERITAGE HOMES 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. 1 Project No. DRC2005-00885 Completion Date 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. 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. 2 Project No. DRC2005-00885 Completion Date 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 per the 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 maybe used bythe Cityto 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. 3 Project No. DRC2005-00885 Completion Date 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 Single-Family 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,water and waste diagram, sewer or septic system location, fixture units, gas piping, and heating and air conditioning; and g. Planning Department Project Number (i.e., DRC2005-00986) 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., DRC2005-00986). 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 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. 4 Project No. DRC2005-00885 Completion Date 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. 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. 5 Project No. DRC2005-00885 Completion Date 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. 0. 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 6