HomeMy WebLinkAbout06-68 - Resolutions RESOLUTION NO. 06-68
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DEVELOPMENT
REVIEW DRC2006-00098, A PROPOSAL OF 114 DETACHED
SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES THE LOW RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT (2-4
DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE), LOCATED SOUTH OF THE SOUTHERN
CALIFORNIA EDISON EASEMENT,WEST OF ETIWANDAAVENUE;AND
MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF - APN: 0225-071-47, 51
AND 14.
A. Recitals.
1. Lennar Homes of California 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 26th day of July 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 July 26,2006, including written and oral staff reports,this Commission
hereby specifically finds as follows:
a. The application applies to the property located south of the Southern California
Edison (SCE) Easement,west of Etiwanda Avenue,with a street frontage of approximately 760 feet
on Etiwanda Avenue and a lot depth of 3,980 feet along the SCE Easement, 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 the SCE Easement, the property to
the south consists of a single-family tract map; the property to the east is single-family residential;
and the property to the west is the 240-foot wide SCE utility corridor; and
C. The project consists of development review of 114 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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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 or lower 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.
5) All revisions per the Design Review Committee shall be made prior to
submitting construction drawings.
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6) All architectural details including wrought iron, shutter detail, raftertails
and pot shelves shall be included on all plans. Any modifications to the
approved plans shall be brought back to Design Review for approval.
The balconies, courtyards, and wrap around porches must be reviewed
and approved by the Planning Director.
Engineering Department-Need conditions
1. Driveway approach locations for the following lots differ from what is on
the street improvement plans: 104, 91, 58, 54, 49, and 27.
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 Landscape Maintenance District(LIVID) plans (Drawing
2020-L), including an alternate streetlight proposal across the
SCE 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. Conditions of Approval for Tentative Tract SUBTT16227 apply.
6. Pay the Traffic Circulation Improvement Fee prior to building permit
issuance, currently estimated at $1,763 per residence, although a
reimbursement agreement submitted for actual costs is expected soon.
7. All development phases will require two means of access if any lot in
that phase is more than 600 feet from the primary access. Artic Place
and Indian Ocean Drive (of Tract 16277) shall be complete prior to
Phase 1. Naples Way,Angel Fish Way,Alamo Drive, and Indian Wells
Place(of Tract 16226) shall be complete prior to Phase 7. Melon Drive
(of Tract 16227-1) shall be complete prior to Phase 9.
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.
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July 26, 2006
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6. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 26TH DAY OF JULY 2006.
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
BY:
P Stewart, Chairman
ATTEST: ne!n*— "
Jathes R. Troyer, AICP, S cretary
I, James R.Troyer,AICP, 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 26th day of July 2006, by the following vote-to-wit:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS: FLETCHER, McPHAIL, MUNOZ, STEWART
NOES: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: MACIAS
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT
STANDARD CONDITIONS
PROJECT #: DRC2006-00098
SUBJECT: UPPER ETIWANDA SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES
APPLICANT: LENNAR HOMES
LOCATION: SOUTH OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON CORRIDOR, WEST OF ETIWANDAAVENUE
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. 06-68, 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 Upper Etiwanda 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 Planning Director.
3. Revised site plans and building elevations incorporating all Conditions of Approval shall be
submitted for Planning Director review and approval prior to the issuance of building permits.
4. 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.
5. 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 Planning Director. For
single-family residential developments, transformers shall be placed in underground vaults.
6. All building numbers and individual units shall be identified in a clear and concise manner,
including proper illumination.
7. 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.
8. Construct block walls between homes(i.e.,along interior side and rear property lines),rather than
wood fencing for permanence, durability, and design consistency.
9. Access gates to the rear yards shall be constructed from a material more durable than wood
gates. Acceptable materials include, but are not limited to, wrought iron and PVC.
10. 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 Planning
Director 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 Planning Director, prior to accepting a
cash deposit on any property.
D. Building Design
1. All dwellings shall have the front,side and rear elevations upgraded with architectural treatment,
detailing and increased delineation of surface treatment subject to Planning Director review and
approval prior to issuance of building permits.
2. 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 Planning Director.
Details shall be included in building plans.
E. 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 Planning Director review and approval prior to the issuance of building permits or
prior final map approval in the case of a custom lot subdivision.
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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. 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.
4. Front yard and corner side yard landscaping and irrigation shall be required per the Development
Code and/or Master Plan. This requirement shall be in addition to the required street trees and
slope planting.
5. Landscaping and irrigation systems required to be installed within the public right-of-way on the
perimeter of this project area shall be continuously maintained by the developer.
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)
F. General Requirements
1. Submit five complete sets of plans including the following:
a. Site/Plot Plan;
b. Foundation Plan;
C. Floor Plan;
d. Ceiling and Roof Framing Plan;
e. Electrical Plans (2 sets,detached) including the size of the main switch, number and size
of service entrance conductors, panel schedules, and single line diagrams;
I. Plumbing and Sewer Plans, including isometrics, underground diagrams,water and waste
diagram, sewer or septic system location, fixture units, gas piping, and heating and air
conditioning; and
g. Planning Department Project Number (i.e., DRC2006-00098) 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. Developers wishing to participate in the Community Energy Efficiency Program (CEEP) can
contact the Building and Safety Department staff for information and submittal requirements.
G. 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., DRC2006-00098). 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.
H. 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.
I. 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 plan, appropriate certifications and compaction reports shall be completed,
submitted, and approved by the Building and Safety Official prior to the issuance of building
permits.
5. A separate grading plan check submittal is required for all new construction projects and for —J--/—
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.
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APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT, (909) 477-2740, FOR
COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
J. 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.
K. 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 FIRE SAFETY DEPARTMENT, FIRE PROTECTION
PLANNING SERVICES AT, (909) 477-2770, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING
CONDITIONS:
SEE ATTACHED
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Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District
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Fire Construction Services
REVIEW COMMENTS
May 25, 2006
Lennar Homes Etiwanda Estates
Tract 16227-2
Single-Family Residence
DRC2006-00098
A. Fire Construction Services has reviewed your plans submitted for Development Review.
B. The review of this project was based on the plans submitted which reflect:
1. Number of buildings: 114
2. Type of buildings: SFR High Fire Hazard
3. Type of construction: V-N
4. Occupancy classification: R-3/U-1
C. The project has been determined to be incomplete. A complete description of the
outstanding issues is located in section "G." The following issues are considered
incomplete:
1. Proof of the available fire flow must be submitted. A fire flow letter must be obtained by the
applicant from the local water authority "CVWD" and submitted to FCS.
2. A fire protection plan was approved for this project, which is located in the Very High Fire
Hazard Severity Zone ("VHFHSZ"). The design of the homes must address all the fire
resistive features prescribed in the report by Fire Wise 2000. Easements to the west of the
project are not attainable; therefore a Final fuel Modification Zone plan (FFMZP) is required
and further mitigation features will be needed.
D. When all of the above outstanding Fire District issues have been resolved, your project will be
deemed complete by the Fire District and with the approval from all of the other City Divisions; it
may advance to the next step in the process.
E. Based on the information found in your submittal, the buildings may be required to be equipped
with
1. An automatic fire sprinkler system in accordance with NFPA 13D.
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F. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON THE INCOMPLETE ISSUES.
1. PROOF OF AVAILABLE FIRE FLOW must be obtained from the Cucamonga Valley Water
District (CVWD). The applicant must contact CVWD's Engineering Department located at
10440 Ashford Street, Rancho Cucamonga. They may be contacted by calling 909-987-
2591. Their office hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Allow sufficient
time for CVWD to perform the test and produce a letter confirming the available fire flow. The
applicant must submit the proof of the fire flow letter to the FCS counter. The letter must be
current (within one-year of the request) and be site specific. When FCS receives the letter,
this fire flow item will be deemed complete only if the available fire flow, as stated on the
CVWD letter, meets or exceeds the fire flow required for the building in accordance with the
California Fire Code. Fire flow is a requirement of the California Fire Code Section 903 and
Appendix III-A. The required fire flow for your project is 2000 gpm @ 20 PSI. This fire flow
may be reduced by up to 50%, but not less than 1,500 GPM at 20 psi if the building will be
equipped with an automatic fire sprinkler system in accordance with NFPA 13D.
2. FIRE PROTECTION PLANS were approved for the master developer and are no longer
accurate on some portions of the tract please file a FFMZP.
If you have any questions regarding this review please contact Moises Eskenazi, Sr. Plans
Examiner at 909-477-2710 ext. 4209.
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