HomeMy WebLinkAbout06-55 - Resolutions RESOLUTION NO. 06-55
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA,APPROVING ATIME EXTENSION
OF TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP SUBTPM16009, A REQUEST TO
SUBDIVIDE 4.86 ACRES OF LAND INTO FOUR PARCELS IN THE
GENERAL INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT (SUBAREA 13), LOCATED AT THE
SOUTHEAST CORNER AND SOUTHWEST CORNER OF 6TH STREET
AND CHARLES SMITH AVENUE;AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT
THEREOF -APN: 0229-263-05, 229-283-04 AND 05.
A. Recitals.
1. RKW Development Corporation filed an application for the approval of a Time Extension
to previously approved Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM16009, as described in the title of this
Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Time Extension request is referred to as"the
application."
2. On the 14th day of May 2003, the Planning Commission adopted its Resolution No. 03-
69 thereby approving the application subject to specific conditions and time limits.
3. On the 28th day of June 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.
4. 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 June 28, 2006, including written and oral staff reports,together
with public testimony, this Commission hereby specifically finds as follows:
a. The applicant is requesting a Time Extension to a previously approved Parcel Map.
The Planning Commission approved Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM16009 on May 14, 2003, for a
3-year period. This Time Extension request was submitted on April 17,2006,and is the first request
for a Time Extension. The Time Extension is necessary in order'to finish the street improvement
plans and obtain the street improvement bonds required before a final map can be approved. The
applicant believes he can complete the final map process within the next six months. Since the
subdivision was first approved on May 14, 2003, the development standards for developing the lots
has not changed and the applicant has not modified the originally approved development.
b. The application applies to property located on the southeast and southwest comers
of 6th Street and Charles Smith Avenue; and
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION 06-55
SUBTPM16009 (TIME EXTENSION) — RKW DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
June 28, 2006
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C. The project site consists of three vacant parcels. One parcel is located on the west
side of Charles Smith Avenue and two parcels are located on the east side of Charles Smith
Avenue. The applicant proposes subdividing the two parcels on the east side into three parcels; and
d. There were two houses on the site that were demolished in 2003 after a cultural
study determined them to be non-historic; and
e. The site is bordered by an office building and an industrial building to the south,the
1-15 Freeway to the east, and vacant land to the north and west. Access to the site will be from
Charles Smith Avenue; and
f. All the lots surrounding the site are zoned General Industrial Subarea 13; and
3. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the
above-referenced public hearing and upon the specific findings of facts set forth in Paragraphs 1
and 2 above, this Commission hereby finds and concludes as follows:
a. The Tentative Parcel Map is consistent with the General Plan, Development Code,
and any applicable specific plans; and
b. The design or improvements of the Tentative Parcel Map is consistent with the
General Plan, Development Code, and any applicable specific plans; and
C. The site is physically suitable for the type of development proposed; and
d. The design of the subdivision is not likely to cause substantial environmental
damage and avoidable injury to humans and wildlife or their habitat; and
e. The Tentative Parcel Map is not likely to cause serious public health problems; and
f. The design of the Tentative Parcel Map will not conflict with any easement acquired
by the public at large, now of record, for access through or use of the property within the proposed
subdivision.
4. Based upon the facts and information contained in the application, together with all
written and oral reports included for the environmental assessment for the application,the Planning
Commission finds that no subsequent or supplemental environmental document is required
pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) in connection with the review and
approval of this application based upon the following findings and determinations:
a. Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act("CEQA") and the City's local
CEQA Guidelines,the City adopted a Mitigated Negative Declaration in May 2003 in connection with
the City's approval of Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM16009. Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section
15162, no subsequent or supplemental EIR or Negative Declaration is required in connection with
subsequent discretionary approvals of the same project unless: (i) substantial changes are
proposed to the project that indicate new or more severe impacts on the environment; (ii)substantial
changes have occurred in the circumstances under which the project was previously reviewed that
indicates new or more severe environmental impacts; or(iii) new important information shows the
project will have new or more severe impacts than previously considered;or(iv)additional mitigation
measures are now feasible to reduce impacts or different mitigation measures can be imposed to
substantially reduce impacts.
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SUBTPM16009 (TIME EXTENSION) — RKW DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
June 28, 2006
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b. The Planning Commission finds, in connection with the current application, that
substantial changes to the project or the circumstances surrounding the project have not occurred
which would create new or more severe impacts than those evaluated in the previous Mitigated
Negative Declaration. In that the current application does not propose any changes to the
previously approved Tentative Parcel Map, staff further finds that the project will not have one or
more significant effects not discussed in the previous Mitigated Negative Declaration, not have more
severe effects than previously analyzed, and that additional or different mitigation measures are not
required to reduce the impacts of the project to a level of less than significant. This is substantiated
by the fact that the applicant is not proposing any changes to previously approved Tentative Parcel
Map nor have there been any changes to the regulations governing the development of the
proposed site.
C. Based on these findings and all evidence in the record, the Planning Commission
concurs with the staff determination that no additional environmental review is required pursuant to
CEQA in connection with the City's consideration of the current application.
d. Pursuant to the requirements of California Fish and Game Code Section 711.4 and
Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations, Section 753.5,the Planning Commission finds, based
on the Initial Study, the Mitigated Negative Declaration, and considering the record as a whole,that
there is no evidence before the City that the proposed project will have the potential for an adverse
effect on wildlife resources or the habitat upon which the wildlife depends. This is substantiated by
the fact that the site has not been altered in any way from the conditions discussed in the previously
approved Tentative Parcel Map or environmental review.Additionally,the applicant is not proposing
any changes to the previously approved Tentative Parcel Map or Design Review. Based on
substantial evidence, the Planning Commission hereby makes a declaration rebutting the
presumption of adverse effect as set forth in California Department of Fish and Game Regulation
753.5 (Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations Code, Section 753.5.)
5. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth in Paragraphs 1, 2, 3, and 4 above,
this Commission hereby grants a time extension for, and subject to the conditions listed below,:
Tentative Parcel Map Applicant Expiration
SUBTPM16009 RKW Development Corp. May 14, 2007
Planning Department
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 the applicant of his obligations under this
condition.
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION 06-55
SUBTPM16009 (TIME EXTENSION) – RKW DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
June 28, 2006
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2) The applicant shall fulfill all the environmental mitigations outlined in
Resolution 03-69 dated May 14, 2003.
6. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 28TH DAY OF JUNE 2006.
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
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BY: 1?zl"' c- j'j'q�—
Pam a art, Chairman
ATTEST: � R- j4W'J�
Ines R. Troyer, SecretaWy
I, James R. Troyer, 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 28th day of June 2006, by the following vote-to-wit:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS: FLETCHER, MACIAS, McPHAIL, MUNOZ, STEWART
NOES: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
City of Rancho Cucamonga
- MITIGATION MONITORING
PROGRAM
Project File No.: Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM16009 and Development Review DRC2002-00751
This Mitigation Monitoring Program (MMP)has been prepared for use in implementing the mitigation
measures identified in the Mitigated Negative Declaration for the above-listed project. This program
has been prepared in compliance with State law to ensure that adopted mitigation measures are
implemented (Section 21081.6 of the Public Resources Code).
Program Components -This MMP contains the following elements:
1. Conditions of approval that act as impact mitigation measures are recorded with the action and
the procedure necessary to ensure compliance.The mitigation measure conditions of approval
are contained in the adopted Resolution of Approval for the project.
2. A procedure of compliance and verification has been outlined for each action necessary. This
procedure designates who will take action, what action will be taken and when, and to whom
and when compliance will be reported.
3. The MMP has been designed to provide focused, yet flexible guidelines. As monitoring
progresses, changes to compliance procedures may be necessary based upon
recommendations by those responsible for the program.
Program Management - The MMP will be in place through all phases of the project. The project
planner, assigned by the City Planner, shall coordinate enforcement of the MMP. The project
planner oversees the MMP and reviews the Reporting Forms to ensure they are filled out correctly
and proper action is taken on each mitigation. Each City department shall ensure compliance of the
conditions (mitigation) that relate to that department.
Procedures - The following steps will be followed by the City of Rancho Cucamonga.
1. A fee covering all costs and expenses, including any consultants' fees, incurred by the City in
performing monitoring or reporting programs shall be charged to the applicant.
2. A MMP Reporting Form will be prepared for each potentially significant impact and its
corresponding mitigation measure identified in the Mitigation Monitoring Checklist, attached
hereto. This procedure designates who will take action,what action will be taken and when, and
to whom and when compliance will be reported. All monitoring and reporting documentation will
be kept in the project file with the department having the original authority for processing the
project. Reports will be available from the City upon request at the following address:
City of Rancho Cucamonga - Lead Agency
Planning Division
10500 Civic Center Drive
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
Mitigation Monitoring-Program --
SUBTPM16009 and DR2002-00751
March 26, 2003
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3. Appropriate specialists will be retained if technical expertise beyond the City staffs is needed,as
determined by the project planner or responsible City department,to monitor specific mitigation
activities and provide appropriate written approvals to the project planner.
4. The project planner or responsible City department will approve, by signature and date, the
completion of each action item that was identified on the MMP Reporting Form. After each
measure is verified for compliance, no further action is required for the specific phase of
development.
5. All MMP Reporting Forms for an impact issue requiring no further monitoring will be signed off
as completed by the project planner or responsible City department at the bottom of the MMP
Reporting Form.
6. Unanticipated circumstances may arise requiring the refinement or addition of mitigation
measures. The project planner is responsible for approving any such refinements or additions.
An MMP Reporting Form will be completed by the project planner or responsible City department
and a copy provided to the appropriate design, construction, or operational personnel.
7. The project planner or responsible City department has the authority to stop the work of
construction contractors if compliance with any aspects of the MMP is not occurring afterwritten
notification has been issued. The project planner or responsible City department also has the
authority to hold certificates of occupancies if compliance with a mitigation measure attached
hereto is not occurring. The project planner or responsible City department has the authority to
hold issuance of a business license until all mitigation measures are implemented.
8. Any conditions (mitigation) that require monitoring after project completion shall be the
responsibility of the City of Rancho Cucamonga Planning Division.The Division shall require the
applicant to post any necessary funds (or other forms of guarantee)with the City. These funds
shall be used by the City to retain consultants and/or pay for City staff time to monitor and report
on the mitigation measure for the required period of time.
9. In those instances requiring long-term project monitoring, the applicant shall provide the City
with a plan for monitoring the mitigation activities at the project site and reporting the monitoring
results to the City. Said plan shall identify the reporter as an individual qualified to know whether
the particular mitigation measure has been implemented. The monitoring/reporting plan shall
conform to the City's MMP and shall be approved by the Community Development Director or
City Planner prior to the issuance of building permits.
MITIGATION MONITORING CHECKLIST (INITIAL STUDY PART III)
Project File No.: SUBTPM16009 & DRC2002-00751 Applicant: RKW Development Corporation
Initial Study Prepared by: Warren Morelion Date: November 18, 2002
Mitigation Measures No. I
Responsible . . of Verified Sanctions for
Implementing Action for Monitoring Frequency Verification Verification
Date/initials Non-Compliance
Air Quality
The site shall be treated with water or other soil stabilizing agent CP C Review of plans A/C 2
(approved by South Coast Air Quality Management District and
Regional Water Quality Control Board)daily to reduce PMro emission,
in accordance with SCAQMD Rule 403.
Charles Smith Avenue and 6th Street shall be swept according to a CP C Review of plans 2
schedule established by the City to reduce PMID emissions associated
with vehicle tracking of soil off-site.Timing may vary depending upon
time of year of construction.
Grading operations shall be suspended when wind speeds exceed 25 CP C Review of plans 2
mph to minimize PMin emissions from the site during such episodes.
Chemical soil stabilizers(approved by SCAQMD and RWQCB)shall CP C Review of plans 2
be applied to all inactive construction areas that remain inactive for 96
hours or more to reduce PMjo emissions. j
The construction contractor shall select the construction equipment CP C Review of plans 2
used on-site based on low emission factors and high-energy efficiency.
The construction contractor shall ensure the construction grading
plans include a statement that all construction equipment will be tuned
and maintained in accordance with the manufacturers'specifications.
The construction contractor shall utilize electricor clean alternative fuel CP C Review of plans 2
powered equipment where feasible.
The construction contractor shall ensure that construction-grading CP/CE BIC Review of plans A/C 2
plans include a statement that work crews will shut off equipment when
not in use.
If the industrial buildings associated with Development Review CP A Review of plans A/C q
DRC2002-00750 are constructed concurrently with the industrial
buildings associated with Development Review DRC2002-00751,the
contractor shall use low volatile organic compound paints sprayed over
a period of 65 days.
Biological Resources
In order to preserve the Oak tree in its existing location the grade level CP C Review of plans A/C 2
will need to be preserved for a distance of 25 feet out from the trunk in
all directions. This area is the root preservation zone and no
development or construction operations may occur therein.
Prior to grading, a fence shall be constructed to minimize potential CP C Review of plans A/C 2
damage to the root zone.
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Mitigation Measures No. Responsible Monitoring Timing of Method of Verified Sanctions for
Implementing Action for Monitoring Frequency Verification Verification Date/initials Non-Compliance
Biological Resources (continued) -
The final landscape plan shall show that no landscape or other CP C Review of plans A/C z
encroachment shall occur within the root zone. The surface of the root
preservation area shall be treated with decomposed granite,organic
compost or cobblestones in order to create an aesthetically appealing
texture.
Hazards
s
Prior to issuance of demolition permits, the applicant shall have an CP Y C Review of plans P/D y
asbestos survey completed for the structures. A report of findings
shall be presented to the Building Official with the application for a
demolition permit. Should the survey show asbestos is present,the
applicant shall follow the recommendations made in the report for
proper treatment and/or removal during demolition.
Key to Checklist Abbreviations
Responsible Person Monitoring Frequency ° `; Method'ofYeilfleatlon sanctions -` "
CDD-Community Development Director or designee A-With Each New Development A-On-site Inspection 1 -Withhold Recordation of Final Map
CP-City Planner or designee --IT-Prior To Construction B-Other Agency Permit/Approval 2-Withhold Grading or Building Permit
CE-City Engineer or designee C-Throughout Construction C-Plan Check 3-Withhold Certificate of Occupancy
BO-Building Official or designee D-On Completion D-Separate Submittal(Reports/Studies/Plans) 4-Stop Work Order
PO-Police Captain or designee E-Operating 5-Retain Depositor Bonds
FC;Fire Chief or designee 6-Revoke CUP
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT
STANDARD CONDITIONS
PROJECT#: TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP SUBTPM16009
SUBJECT: TIME EXTENSION
APPLICANT: RKW DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
SOUTHEAST AND SOUTHWEST CORNERS OF 6TH STREET AND CHARLES SMITH
LOCATION: 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. 06-55, Standard
Conditions, and all environmental mitigations shall be included on the plans (full size). The
sheet(s) are for information only to all parties involved in the construction/grading activities and
are not required to be wet sealed/stamped by a licensed Engineer/Architect.
B. Time Limits
1. This tentative parcel map shall expire unless extended by the Planning Commission, unless a
complete final map is filed with the City Engineer within 1 year 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, and Development
Code regulations.
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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. All ground-mounted utility appurtenances such as transformers, AC condensers, etc., shall be
located out of public view and adequately screened through the use of a combination of concrete
or masonry walls, berming, and/or landscaping to the satisfaction of the City Planner. For single-
family residential developments, transformers shall be placed in underground vaults.
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.
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. Textured pedestrian pathways and textured pavement across circulation aisles shall be provided
throughout the development to connect dwellings/units/buildings with open spaces/plazas/
recreational uses.
4. All parking spaces shall be double striped per City standards and all driveway aisles, entrances,
and exits shall be striped per City standards.
5. Handicap accessible stalls shall be provided for commercial and office facilities with 25 or more
parking stalls. Designate two percent or one stall; whichever is greater, of the total number of
stalls for use by the handicapped.
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FIRE SAFETY DIVISION
STANDARD CONDITIONS
FD PLAN REVIEW#: FD-02-0667-A
PROJECT#: DRC2002-00751 and TPM16009
PROJECT NAME: The Vineyards West
DATE: October 30, 2002
PLAN TYPE: Commercial/Industrial and TPM Review
APPLICANT NAME: RKW Development
OCCUPANCY CLASS: Group S
FLOOR AREA(S): Largest 18,537 s.f. of 4 Buildings
TYPE CONSTRUCTION: Type V-N
FIRE PROTECTION
SYSTEM REQUIRED: Automatic fire sprinkler systems with approved monitoring
LOCATION: SEC and SWC 6 and Charles Smith
FD REVIEW BY: Steve Locati, Fire Protection Planning Specialist
PLANNER: Warren Morelion
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ALL OF THE FOLLOWING TECHNICAL REVIEW COMMENTS APPLY TO YOUR
PROJECT. THOSE PORTIONS OF THE PLANS COVERED BY COMMENTS IN
SECTIONS B THROUGH E ARE CONSIDERED INCOMPLETE AS NOTED.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE FIRE SAFETY DIVISION, (909) 477-2770, EXT.
3009, TO VERIFY COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING:
PLEASE CONSIDER THIS PROJECT "INCOMPLETE" UNTIL ITEMS IN SECTIONS "B" THROUGH "E" ARE
CORRECTED OR ADDRESSED
A. Outstanding Fire District Completeness Issues Affecting Approval of Project
1. There are no outstanding Fire District "completeness" items for this project. Any conditions,
comments, or corrections are technical in nature and shall be addressed prior to issuance of required
permits or a certificate of occupancy as indicated.
B. Fire District Fees
1. No Fees Due: All fees due at this time have been paid.
-C.—Community Facilities Districts Annexation
1. There are no Fire District annexation issues for this project. It is located within an existing Community
Facilities District for fire protection
D. Available Water Supply
1. There are no Fire District water supply or fire flow issues for this project based on one of the
following:
a. The required verification of available water supply has been received. The Rancho Cucamonga Fire
Protection District Water Availability for Fire Protection Form has been completed by the Water
District and submitted to the Fire Safety Division, or
b. The project does not require proof of available water supply or additional fire flow.
E. Fire District Access Issues to Be Addressed Immediately
1. No Access Problems:There are no outstanding "incompleteness" items related to FD access for this
project. For outstanding technical issues see below.
RANCHO CUCAMONGA FIRE DISTRICT- STANDARD CONDITIONS & REQUIREMENTS —
General, Procedural, Technical, or Operational Information that shall be Included,
Corrected, or Completed as noted below. The following are applicable to this project:
FSR-1 General Requirements for Public and Private Water Supply
1. General Guidance for Fire Hydrants: The following provides general guidance for the spacing and
location of fire hydrants. Remember these are the maximum permitted distances between fire hydrants:
a. The maximum distance between fire hydrants in commercial/industrial projects is 300-feet. No
portion of the exterior wall shall be located more than 150-feet from an approved fire hydrant. For
cul-de-sacs the distance shall not exceed 100-feet.
b. Fire hydrants are to be located:,
1. At the entrance(s) to a project from the existing public roadways. This includes subdivisions
and industrial parks.
2. At intersections.
3. On the right side of the street, whenever practical and possible.
4. As required by the Fire Safety Division to meet operational needs.
5. The location of fire hydrants is based upon the operational needs of the Fire District to control
a fire.
6. Fire hydrants shall be located a minimum of forty (40) feet from any building.
Contact the Fire Safety Division 909 477-2770
2. Minimum Fire Flow with Automatic Fire Sprinklers: The required minimum fire flow for this project is
2250 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 with
central station monitoring. This' requirement is made in accordance with Fire Code Appendix III-A, as
amended, and Fire District Ordinances and Standards.
3. Hydrants Used to Supply Fire Flow: 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. Contact the Fire
Safety Division (909)477-2770
4. Show Existing Fire Hydrants and Mains: Existing fire hydrants and mains_with in 600-feet of_the_project_
shall be shown on the water plan submitted for review and approval. Include main size.
FSR-2 Private(On-Site) Water and/or Fire Sprinkler Underground Plans for Fire Protection
1. Exceeds Allowable Distance: When any portion of a facility or building is located more than 150-feet
from a fire hydrant located on a public street, as measured by an approved route around the exterior of
the facility or building, on-site fire hydrants and mains capable of supplying the required fire flow shall be
provided. The distance is measured as vehicular path of travel on access roadways, not line of sight.
Contact the Fire Safety Division (909)477-2770
2. Number of Fire Hydrants: Provide one fire hydrant for each 1000 gpm of required fire flow or fraction
thereof, subject to standard spacing and distribution requirements. Contact the Fire Safety Division (909)
477-2770
3. Fire Sprinkler Underground: Prior to the issuance of a fire sprinkler system permit, the applicant shall
submit construction plans, specifications, and calculations for the fire sprinkler system underground to the
Fire Safety Division for approval. Contact the Fire Safety Division (909) 477-2770
FSR-3 Automatic Fire Sprinkler Systems-Technical Comments
1. Required Installations:
Rancho Cucamonga Fire District Ordinance 15 or other adopted code or standard, requires an approved
automatic fire sprinkler system to be installed in any of the following:
a. Commercial or industrial structures greater than 7,500 square feet.
Contact the Fire Safety Division (909)477-2770
FSR-4 Fire District Site Access-Technical Comments
1. Access Roadways Defined: Fire District access roadways include public roads, streets, and
highways, as well as private roads, streets, drive aisles and designated fire lanes.
2. Location of Access: All portions of the structure or facility or any portion of the exterior wall of the first
story shall be located within 150-feet of Fire District vehicle access, measured by an unobstructed
approved route around the exterior of the building. Landscaped areas, unpaved changes in elevation,
gates, and fences are an obstruction.
3. Private Roadways and Fire Lanes:The minimum specifications for private fire district access roadways
are:
a. The minimum unobstructed width is 26-feet.
b. The inside turn radius shall be 20-feet.
c. The outside turn radius shall be not less than 50-feet.
d. The minimum radius for cul-de-sacs is 45-feet.
e. The minimum vertical clearance is 14 feet, 6 inches.
I. At any private entry median, the minimum width of traffic lanes shall be 20-feet.
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).
4—.—Access—Doorways:—In—addition to any exterior opening_required-by-the-Building-or-Fire-approved _
doorways, accessible without the use of a ladder, shall be provided as follows:
a. In buildings without high-piled storage, one or more approved access doors shall be provided
in150 lineal feet or major fraction thereof along the exterior wall that faces required access
roadways or walkways.
b. In buildings with high-piled storage one or more approved access doors shall be provided in
each 100 lineal feet or major fraction thereof, of the exterior wall that faces required access
roadways. When a railroad siding is installed provisions shall be made to maintain Fire District
access to all required openings. Contact the Fire Safety Division at 909 477-2770.
5. Access Walkways: Approved access walkways shall be provided from the fire apparatus access road
to all required building exterior openings.
6. Fire Lane Identification: All required fire lanes shall be identified by red curbing and signage. A
drawing of the proposed signage that meets the minimum Fire District standards shall be submitted to
and approved. Contact the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District at(909)477-2770 for a copy of
the FD Fire Lanes standard.
SCR-10 Hazard Control permits-Technical Comments
The below indicated permit requirements are based on those permits commonly associated with the projects
operations or building construction. As noted below Special Permits may be required, dependent upon
approved use(s) the applicant must contact the Fire Safety Division for specific information:
Note: Carefully review the items below. There may be significant impact on the proposed project.
Italicized text indicates a Rancho Cucamonga Fire District amendment.
1. 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.
2. To install any access control device, system, or any material under, upon or within the required fire
district access roadway. This includes any gate, barrier, traffic-calming device, speed bump, speed
hump or any device that delays, slows, or restricts Fire District response.
3. High piled combustible storage.
4. Pallets. Idle storage, handling, repair, or manufacturing of combustible pallets in excess of 100 units
at any one site.
FSR-11 Hazardous Materials—Compliance with Disclosure and Reporting Regulations
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) 387-8400 for forms and assistance. The County Fire Department is the Cal/EPA Certified Unified
Program Agency(CUPA) for the City of Rancho Cucamonga.
1. Certificate of Occupancy Restrictions: If the facility is a NEW business, a Certificate of Occupancy
issued by Building and 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 material disclosure requirements. A Risk Management Program (RMP)
may also be required if regulated substances are to be used or stored at the new facility. Contact
County Fire, Hazardous Materials Division at (909) 387-8400 for forms and assistance.
2. Rental or Lease Properties: Any business that operates on rented or leased property, and is
required to submit a Plan, is 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 provision, and must provide a copy of the Plan to the property owner within 5
working days after receiving a request from the owner.
3.—Fire District Code Adoption:The_Eire_Code.adopted_by-the_Fire District has a provision-requiring—
collection of information regarding hazardous materials at facilities for purposes of Fire Code
implementation and emergency response.
FSR-12 Plan Submittal Required Notice
Required plans shall be submitted and approved prior to construction in accordance with 1997/98 Building,
Fire, Mechanical, and Plumbing Codes; 1999 Electrical Code; Health and Safety Code; Public Resources
Code; and RCFPD Ordinances FD15 and FD32, Guidelines and Standards.
NOTE: In addition to the fees due at this time please note that separate plan check fees for tenant
improvements,fire protection systems and/or any consultant reviews will be assessed at time of submittal of
plans.
FSR-14 Alternate Materials and Methods
The Fire Safety Division will review requests for alternate materials and methods within the scope of our
authority. The request must be submitted on the Fire District"Application for Alternate Method"form along with
supporting documents. Contact the Fire Safety Division at(909)477-2770 for assistance.
PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF GRADING PERMIT- For Each Development Phase
1. Fire District Site Access Plan: Prior to the issuance of any grading permit the applicant shall submit a
Fire District Site Access Plan to the Fire District for review and approval. The following, minimum
information and detail shall be included a on a scaled site plan:
a. All roadways shall be clearly indicated. Including roadway width, vertical clearances, cul-de-sac
width, turn radii, curb cuts, angle of departure, grades, etc.
b. For private roadways or drive aisles less than 40-feet or less in width where parking may be
permitted, identify the location of proposed fire lanes.
c. Include a note stating all required fire lanes shall be identified by red curbing and signage.
d. Include details) to identify which of the methods set forth in the Fire District"Fire Lane" standard
will be used to mark the fire lane. A copy of the Fire District"Fire Lane"Standard can be obtained
by calling (909) 477-2770.
e. Roadway with a width of more than 40-feet parking is permitted on both sides.
f. Roadway with a width of 32-feet or more parking is permitted on one side only.
g. The angle of departure and approach shall not exceed 9 degrees or 20 percent.
h. The grade of any fire district access roadway shall not exceed 12 percent.
L If water plans have been approved, include fire hydrant, control valves, and fire department
connection locations. If water plans are not approved fire hydrant, control valves, and fire
department connection locations shall be included on the Final Site Access Plan.
Contact the Fire Safety Division at 909 477-2770 for assistance.
PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS- Complete the following:
1. Private/On-site Fire Hydrants: Prior to the issuance of any building permit, 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. Contac the Fire Safety Division for a copy of"Fire District Notes for Underground and
Water Plans."Contact the Fire Safety Division (909) 477-2770
2. Private Fire Hydrants/On-site Installation: All private on-site fire hydrants shall be installed,
flushed, and operable prior to delivering any combustible building materials on-site (i.e., (umber,
roofing materials, etc.). A representative of Fire Construction Services shall inspect the installation
and witness hydrant flushing. The builder/developer shall submit final test and inspection report to the
Fire Safety Division. Contact Building and Safety/Fire Construction Services (909) 477-2713.
3. Public_Fire_H_ydrants:_Prior_to_issuance of any building permit, 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 the Water District. On the plan show all existing fire hydrants within a 600-foot radius of the
project. Contact the Fire Safety Division (909)477-2770
4. Public Installation: All required public fire hydrants shall be installed, flushed, and operable prior to
delivering any combustible building materials on-site (i.e., lumber, roofing materials, etc.). Water
District personnel shall inspect the installation and witness hydrant flushing. The builder/developer
shall submit a copy of the Water District inspection report to the Fire Safety Division. Contact Water
District to schedule testing.
5. Building Use Letter-Required Letter: Prior to the issuance of any building permits,the applicant shall
submit a detailed letter of intended use for each building on-site to the Fire District for review and
approval. A form that may be used to meet this requirement is attached at the end of the Fire District
comments. Contact the Fire Safety Division (909)477-2770
PRIOR TO OCCUPANCY OR FINAL INSPECTION- 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 Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection
District and City of Rancho Cucamonga Engineering Standard Plan 134, "Installation of Reflective
Hydrant Markers." On private property these markers are to be maintained in good condition by the
property owner. Contact Building and Safety/Fire Construction Services (909) 477-2713.
2. Private Fire Hydrants- Final Acceptance: For the purpose of final acceptance, an additional test of
the on-site fire hydrants shall be conducted by the builder/developer in the presence of the Water
District or Fire Construction Services, as appropriate. The builder/developer shall submit the final
test report to the Fire Safety Division.
3. Fire Sprinkler System- Plans and Permit: Plans for the required automatic fire sprinkler system
shall be submitted to Fire Construction Services for review and approval. No work is allowed without
a Fire Construction Services permit. Contact Building and Safety/Fire Construction Services (909)
477-2713.
4. Fire Sprinkler System- Final Inspection: Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, the
fire sprinkler system(s) shall be tested and accepted by Fire Construction Services. Contact Building
and Safety/Fire Construction Services (909) 477-2713.
5. Sprinkler Monitoring: The fire sprinkler system monitoring system shall be installed,tested, and
operational immediately following the completion of the fire sprinkler system. Monitoring is required
with 20 sprinklers in Group I Occupancies, or 100 or more sprinklers in all other Occupancies.
Contact Building and Safety/Fire Construction Services (909) 477-2713.
6. Access ControVrraffic Calming Device Permit:A Fire District permit is required to install any access
control device,traffic-calming device, or gate on any access roadway. Applicable CC&R's, or other
approved documents,shall contain provisions that prohibit obstructions such as traffic-calming devices
(speed bumps, humps, etc.),control gates, bollards, or other moddications'in fire lanes or access
roadways without prior written approval of the Fire District, Fire Safety Division
7. Knox Rapid Entry System: A Knox rapid entry key vault shall be installed prior to final inspection.
Proof of purchase shall be submitted prior to final building plan approval. Contact the Fire Safety
Division for specific details and ordering information. Contact Building and Safety/Fire Construction
Services (909) 477-2713 for inspection.
8. Construction Access: Fire District access, a minimum 26-feet in width and 14-feet,6-inches minimum
clear height shall be provided. These minimum clearances shall be maintained free and clear of any
obstructions at all times, in accordance with Fire District Standards. Contact the Fire Safety Division
(909) 477-2770
9. Site Directory: A building or site directory shall be provided, as noted below:
a. Lighted directory within 20-feet of each primary entrance to the site. The site directory shall
be constructed, located, and installed in accordance with Fire Safety Division Standards.
Contact the Fire Safety Division at 909 477-2770.
10._Fire_Lanes: Prior to the issuance of any_Certificate-of_Occupancy, the_fire_lanes.shall be installed in
accordance with the approved fire lane plan. The CC&R's or other approved documents shall contain an
approved fire lane map and provisions that prohibit parking in the fire lanes. The method of enforcement
shall be documented. The CC&R's shall also identify who is responsible for not less than annual
inspection and maintenance of all required fire lanes. Contact Building and Safety/Fire Construction
Services (909) 477-2713.
11. Address-Other Than Single-family: New buildings other than single-family dwellings 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. Contact Building and Safety/Fire Construction Services (909) 477-2713.
12. Mufti-unit Complexes: In multi-unit complexes approved address numbers, and/or building identification
letters shall be provided on the front and back of all units,suites, or buildings. The Fire District shall
review and approve the numbering plan in coordination with the City of Rancho Cucamonga. Contact
Building and Safety/Fire Construction Services (909)477-2713.
13. High-pile Combustible Storage-Permit:The applicant is required to obtain a Fire District Permit for
Storage of High-pile Combustible material. Contact the Fire Safety Division (909)477-2770
14. High-pile Combustible Storage-Plans:The applicant shall submit plans for the storage arrangement
to Fire Construction Services.The applicant shall submit detailed plans and a Commodity Analysis report
to Fire Construction Services for approval. If the occupancy classification for the building is designated
as Group S, Division 2,commodities stored shall be limited to light hazard classification only. Contact
Building and Safety/Fire Construction Services (909)477-2713.
15. Business Emergency/Contingency Plan: The applicant shall submit a Business
Emergency/Contingency Plan for emergency release or threatened release of hazardous materials
and wastes or provide a letter of exemption. Contact the County Fire Department, Hazardous
Materials/Emergency Response and Enforcement Division at(909) 387-8400.
16. Submittal to the Fire District: Prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy a copy of the County
Fire Department approved Business Emergency/Contingency Plan - New Business (Hazardous
Materials Release Response Plans and Inventory) shall be submitted to the Fire District. In some
cases additional information that is not in the Business Emergency/Contingency Plan may be
required in order to support local fire prevention and emergency response programs. Contact Fire
Safety Division (909) 477-2770.
17. Required County Permits: The applicant shall be required to apply for one or more of the following:
Hazardous Materials Handler Permit, a Hazardous Waste Generator Permit, an Aboveground
Storage Tank Permit, and/or an Underground Storage Tank Permit. Contact the County Fire
Department, Hazardous Materials Division/Fire Services Section at(909) 387-3080.
18. Risk Management Plan: The applicant must demonstrate that the facility has met or is meeting all
Risk Management Plan (RMP) requirements if regulated substances are to be handled at the facility.
Contact the County Fire Department, Hazardous Materials/Emergency Response and Enforcement
Division at (909) 387-8400.
19. Fire District Confidential Business Occupancy Information: The applicant shall complete the
Rancho Cucamonga Fire District"Confidential Business Occupancy Information" Form and submit to
the Fire Safety Division. This form provides contact information for Fire District use in the event of an
emergency at the subject building or property. Contact Fire Safety Division (909)477-2770
Fire District Preliminary Review Letter-Template
SL 10/10/02 Revision