HomeMy WebLinkAbout06-101 - Resolutions RESOLUTION NO. 06-101
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DEVELOPMENT
REVIEW DRC2006-00554, FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF 70
SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES ON 249 ACRES OF LAND IN THE LOW
RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT (2-4 DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE), LOCATED
WEST OF THE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON EASEMENT AND
EAST OF INDIAN WELLS PLACE;AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT
THEREOF -APN: 0225-071-48.
A. Recitals.
1. Van Daele Development Corporation filed an application for the approval of Development
Review DRC2006-00554, 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 13th day of December 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 December 13, 2006, including written and oral staff reports, this
Commission hereby specifically finds as follows:
a. The application applies to the property located north of the Southern California
Edison (SCE) Easement, with a frontage along Indian Wells Place of 600 feet, and is presently
improved with rough grading and is under construction for curb, gutter, and utilities; and
b. The property to the north of the subject site is Single-Family Residential under
construction, the property to the south and east consist of the SCE utility corridor; and the property
to the west is Single-Family Residential; and
C. The project consists of development review of 70 homes,with master planned lots
by BCA Development; and
d. The sewer, storm drain, detention basin, curb, and gutter are currently under
construction; and
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.
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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 accordance 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 the properties or the
improvements in the vicinity.
4. Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act("CEQX)and the City's local CEQA
Guidelines,the City certified an Environmental Impact Report(EIR) in October of 1999 in connection
with the City's approval of the Master Development for BCA including 632 homes. 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.
a. The Planning Commission finds, in connection with Development Review
DRC2006-00382, that the 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 previously certified EIR. The project has not changed substantially since the approval of the
master development. Staff further finds that the project will not have one or more significant effects
not discussed in the previously certified EIR, 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. The numbers of homes slated for development have not
varied, and the size of the project has not varied since the original certification.
5. 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 Development Review DRC2006-00554.
6. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth in Paragraphs 1, 2, 3,4, and 5 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.
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DRC2006-00554 —VAN DAELE
December 13, 2006
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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) Wall heights are limited to a maximum of 6 feet. Separate retaining
walls are limited to 4 feet in height.
3) 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.
4) All revisions per the Design Review Committee shall be made prior to
submitting construction drawings.
5) 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 the Design Review Committee
for approval.
6) Any mailboxes submitted shall be decorative in style with a finial placed
at the top, similar in style to those proposed throughout the master
development of BCA.
Engineering Department
1) Submit Supplemental Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP)
educational material that will be provided to home owners upon
occupancy.
2) Drive approach location for Lot 19 differs from what is on the street
improvement plans. Revise City Drawing 2021 for all drive approach
and street tree relocations through the Engineering Department at the
same time that Precise Grading Plans are processed through the
Building and Safety Department.
3) Pay the Traffic Circulation Improvement Fee prior to building permit
issuance, currently estimated at $1,763 per residence, although a
reimbursement agreement for actual costs has been submitted.
4) All development phases will require two means of access if any lot in
that phase is more than 600 feet from the primary access. Macon and
Melbourne Drives shall be complete prior to Phases 1 and 2.
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
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December 13, 2006
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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.
7. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 13TH DAY OF DECEMBER 2006.
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
BY:
Pam 7
rt, Chairman
ATTEST: R.
J es R. Troyer, AIC Secretary
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 13th day of December 2006, by the following vote-to-wit:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS: FLETCHER, MACIAS, McPHAIL, MUNOZ, STEWART
NOES: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT
STANDARD CONDITIONS
PROJECT#: DESIGN REVIEW DRC2006-00554
SUBJECT: 70 SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES ON 2.89 ACRES OF LAND
APPLICANT: VAN DAELE HOMES AT RANCHO ETIWANDA, LLC
LOCATION: WEST OF THE SCE CORRIDOR, EAST OF INDIAN WELLS PLACE - APN: 0225-071-048
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. 06-101, 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. Conditional Use Permit, Variance, or 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, and the Etiwanda North Specific Plan.
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2. 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.
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. 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.
5. 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.
6. If no centralized trash receptacles are provided,all trash pick-up shall be for individual units with
all receptacles shielded from public view.
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 Planning Director. 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. The Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&Rs) and Articles of Incorporation of the
Homeowners' Association are subject to the approval of the Planning and Engineering
Departments and the City Attorney. They shall be recorded concurrently with the Final Map or
prior to the issuance of building permits, whichever occurs first. A recorded copy shall be
provided to the City Engineer. The Homeowners' Association shall submit to the Planning
Department a list of the name and address of their officers on or before January 1 of each and
every year and whenever said information changes.
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),rather than
wood fencing for permanence, durability, and design consistency.
12. For residential development, return walls and corner side walls shall be decorative masonry.
13. Wood fencing shall be treated with stain, paint, or water sealant.
14. Slope fencing along side property lines may be wrought iron or black plastic coated chain link to
maintain an open feeling and enhance views.
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15. 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. . An alternative energy system is required to provide domestic hot water for all dwelling units and
for heating any swimming pool or spa,unless other alternative energy systems are demonstrated
to be of equivalent capacity and efficiency. All swimming pools installed at the time of initial
development shall be supplemented with solar heating. Details shall be included in the building
plans and shall be submitted for Planning Director review and approval prior to the issuance of
building permits.
2. 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.
3. Standard patio cover plans for use by the Homeowner's Association shall be submitted for
Planning Director and Building Official review and approval prior to issuance of building permits.
4. 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.
5. For commercial and industrial projects, paint roll-up doors and service doors to match main
building colors.
6. For all residential development,provide conduit from each unit/lot and a pull box to connect to the
street. Provide interior structured wiring for each house/building with minimum Category 5
copper wire, Radio Grade 6 coaxial cable, and a central distribution panel, prior to release of
occupancy (fiber-to-the building, FTTB). Plans shall be submitted for Planning Director and
Building Official review and approval prior to issuance of building permits.
E. 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.
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5. All units shall be provided with garage door openers if driveways are less than 18 feet in depth
from back of sidewalk.
6. Multiple car garage driveways shall be tapered down to a standard two-car width at street.
7. On flag lots, use a 12-foot driveway within flag to maximize landscape area.
8. The Covenants,Conditions and Restrictions shall restrict the storage of recreational vehicles on
this site unless they are the principal source of transportation for the owner and prohibit parking
on interior circulation aisles other than in designated visitor parking areas.
9. Plans for any security gates shall be submitted for the Planning Director, City Engineer, and
Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District review and approval prior to issuance of building
permits. For residential development, private gated entrances shall provide adequate turn-
around space in front of the gate and a separate visitor lane with call box to avoid cars stacking
into the public right-of-way.
10. 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.
11. Motorcycle parking area shall be provided for commercial and office facilities with 25 or more
parking stalls. Developments with over 100 parking stalls shall provide motorcycle parking at the
rate of one percent. The area for motorcycle parking shall be a minimum of 56 square feet.
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 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.
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. 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 Planning Director review and approval and
coordinated for consistency with any parkway landscaping plan which may be required by the
Engineering Department.
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7. Special landscape features such as mounding, alluvial rock, specimen size trees, meandering
sidewalks (with horizontal change), and intensified landscaping, is required in front yards.
8. All walls shall be provided with decorative treatment. If located in public maintenance areas,the
design shall be coordinated with the Engineering Department.
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)
G. 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;
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(DRC2006-00554)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.
H. 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(DRC2006-00554). The applicant shall complywith 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.
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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.
I. New Structures
1. Provide compliance with the California Building Code (CBC) for property line clearances
considering use, area, and fire-resistiveness.
2. Roofing material shall be installed per the manufacturer's "high wind" instructions.
J. 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
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:
K. Street Improvements
1. Pursuant to City Council Resolution No.88-557,no person shall make connections from a source
of energy,fuel or power to any building service equipment which is regulated by technical codes
and for which a permit is required unless, in addition to any and all other codes, regulations and
ordinances, all improvements required by these conditions of development approval have been
completed and accepted by the City Council,except:that in developments containing more than
one building or unit, the development may have energy connections made to a percentage of
those buildings, or units proportionate to the completion of improvements as required by
conditions of approval of development. In no case shall more than 95 percent of the buildings or
units be connected to energy prior to completion and acceptance of all improvements required by
these conditions of approval of development.
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L. General Requirements and Approvals
1. Prior to the issuance of building permits,a Diversion Deposit and related administrative fees shall
be paid for the Construction and Demolition Diversion Program. The deposit is fully refundable if
at least 50% of all wastes generated during construction and demolition are diverted from
landfills,and appropriate documentation is provided to the City. Form CD-1 shall be submitted to
the Engineering Department when the first building permit application is submitted to Building and
Safety. Form CD-2 shall be submitted to the Engineering Department within 60 days following
the completion of the construction and/or demolition project.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE POLICE DEPARTMENT, (909) 477-2800, FOR
COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
M. 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.
N. 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.
O. Building Numbering
1. Numbers and the backgrounds shall be of contrasting color and shall be reflective for nighttime
visibility.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE FIRE SAFETY DEPARTMENT, FIRE PROTECTION
PLANNING SERVICES AT, (909) 477-2770, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING
CONDITIONS:
SEE ATTACHED
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Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District
Fire Construction Services
STANDARD CONDITIONS
September 21, 2006
Van Daele.Development
SFR tract
Tract 16226
DRC2006-00554
THE FOLLOWING STANDARD CONDITIONS APPLY TO THIS PROJECT.
FSC-1 Public and Private Water Supply
1 . Design guidelines for Fire Hydrants: The following provides design guidelines for the spacing and
location of fire hydrants:
a. For single-family residential projects in the designated Hazardous Fire Area, the maximum
distance between fire hydrants is 400 feet. No portion of the exterior wall facing the
addressed street shall be more than 200 feet from an approved fire hydrant. For cul-de-sacs,
the distance shall not exceed 150 feet.
b. Fire hydrants are to be located. The preferred locations for fire hydrants are:
i. At the entrance(s) to a commercial, industrial or residential project from the public
roadways.
ii. At intersections.
iii. On the right side of the street, whenever practical and possible.
iv. As required by the Fire Safety Division to meet operational needs of the Fire District.
V. A minimum of forty feet (40)from any building.
c. If any portion of a facility or building is located more than 150 feet from a public fire hydrant
measured on an approved route around the exterior of the facility or building, additional
private or public fire hydrants and mains capable of supplying the required fire flow shall be
provided.
d. Provide one fire hydrant for each 1,000 gpm of required fire flow or fraction thereof.
FSC-2 Fire Flow
1. The required fire flow for this project is 2,000 gallons per minute at a minimum residual pressure
of 20 pounds per square inch. This requirement is made in accordance with Fire Code Appendix
III-A, as adopted by the Fire District Ordinances. For structures in excess of 3,600 square feet use
CFC Table A-III-A-1.
2. Public fire hydrants located within a 500-foot radius of the proposed project may be used to provide
the required fire flow subject to Fire District review and approval. Private fire hydrants on adjacent
property shall not be used to provide required fire flow.
3. Fire service plans are required for all projects that must extend the existing water supply to or onto
the site. Building permits will not be issued until fire service plans are approved.
4. On all site plans to be submitted for review, show all fire hydrants located within 600 feet of the
proposed project site.
FSC-3 Prerequisite for submittal of Overhead Automatic Fire Sprinkler Systems
1. Prior to submitting plans for an overhead automatic fire sprinkler system, the applicant shall submit
plans, specifications and calculations for the fire sprinkler system underground supply piping.
Approval of the underground supply piping system must be obtained prior to submitting the
overhead fire sprinkler system plans.
FSC-4 Requirement for Automatic Fire Sprinkler Systems
Rancho Cucamonga Fire District Ordinance 15, the 2001 California Fire Code and/or any other
applicable standards require an approved automatic fire sprinkler system to be installed in:
1. Buildings constructed in the designed Hazardous Fire Areas which include:
a. All structures that do not meet Fire District access requirements (see Fire Access).
b. When required fire flow cannot be provided due to inadequate volume or pressure.
FSC-6 Fire District Site Access
Fire District access roadways include public roads; streets and highways, as well as private roads,
streets drive aisles and/or designated fire lanes. Please reference the RCFPD Fire Department Access
— Fire Lanes Standard 9-7.
1. Residential gates installed across Fire District access roads shall be installed in accordance with
RCFPD Residential Gate Standard #9-1. The following design requirements apply:
a. All automatic gates shall be provided with a Fire District approved, compatible traffic
pre-emption device. The devices shall be digital. Analog devices are not acceptable.
Devices shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and
specifications.
b. Vehicle access gates shall be provided with an approved Fire District Knox Key Switch.
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C. The key switch shall be located outside and immediately adjacent to the gate for use in the
event that the traffic pre-emption device fails to operate.
d. A traffic loop device must be installed to allow exiting from the complex.
e. The gate shall remain in the open position for not less than 20 minutes and shall automatically
reset.
2. Fire Lane Identification: Red curbing and/or signage shall identify the fire lanes. A site plan
illustrating the proposed delineation that meets the minimum Fire District standards shall be
included in the architectural plans submitted to B&S for approval.
3. Approved Fire Department Access: Any approved mitigation measures must be clearly noted on
the site plan. A copy of the approved Alternative Method application, if applicable, must be
reproduced on the architectural plans submitted to B&S for plan review.
FSC-7 Hazardous Fire Area
This project is located within the "State Responsibility Area" (SRA), the "Very High Fire Hazard Severity
Zone" (VHFHSZ), City of Rancho Cucamonga "Hillside District", and/or within the area identified on the
Rancho Cucamonga General Plan, Exhibit V-7 as High Probability-High Consequence for Fire Risk.
These locations have been determined to be within the "Hazardous Fire Area" as defined by the Fire
District. The Hazardous Fire Area is based on maps produced by the California Department of Forestry
and Fire Protection and the City of Rancho Cucamonga.
1. Hazard Reduction Plans: The applicant shall prepare the architectural plans for the construction
of the buildings in accordance with the County of San Bernardino's Development Code as
amended by RCFPD Ordinance 39, Appendix II-A. Fire Area FS-3 requirements apply to the
construction of the buildings based on the slope of the terrain and/or mitigation of the fuel
modification plans. The development code provides standards regulating and requiring:
a. Fire resistive roof assemblies
b. Fuel Modification and hazard reduction plans
C. Fire District access roadways
d. Fire resistive construction and protection of openings.
e. Fire sprinkler systems
f. Fire flow criteria
For construction requirements in the "Hazard Fire Area" refer to the following web site:
http://www.co.san-bernardino.ca.us/landuseservices/DevCode (Chapter 2 Hazard Protection, Article 2
Fire Safety (FS) Overlay District) for an Adobe copy. Also reference RCFPD Ordinance 39, Appendix
11-A.
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Comply with the following guidelines regarding submission of the Fuel Modification plan:
Fuel Modification Plans
Submit four (4) sets of plans: (1) RCFPD; (1) Job Set; (1) Architectural Plans; (1) Recorded set
Approved plan and documentation must be recorded with San Bernardino County prior to release of
occupancy. Proof of the recording must be provided to FCS.
Submittal Requirements:
1. Site plan (blueprint size) providing details of the zone areas (i.e., Zone set back 0 feet — 30 feet;
Zone "B" irrigation 30 feet— 80 feet, etc.).
2. Text Document (8-1/2-inch by 11-inch) to include details of how the fuel modification requirements
will be met. This text document will also include the following:
a. Successor clause — statement indicating that any subsequent homeowner must comply with
the conditions of the fuel modification plan.
b. Substitution clause — statement to read: "Substitution or replacement of approved plants, with
plants from the approved list, may occur without a resubmission, if the plants are similar and
meet the same criteria."
C. Statement indicating that any major change to the plans (i.e., substitution of more than 50% of
the approved plants; theme change and/or method change) will require a new submittal to the
Fire District for review and approval.
d. Any reference to an approved guideline (i.e., LA County; SB County Overlay Districts FR-1,
FR-2 or FS-3; Orange County) requires those portions of the guidelines referenced to be
included in your document.
e. Minimum 100 feet of fuel modification distance is required and shall include off-site property
within the 100 feet distance
3. Mitigations to the fuel modification plan include:
a. Installation of automatic fire sprinklers; or
b. Installation of block walls; or
C. Use of rated construction materials
At the discretion of the Fire District, fuel modification plans may be required to validate the design
assumptions by providing a computer-generator model (BEHAVE) of the plan.
NOTE: Fuel Modification Plans must be submitted to Fire Construction Services for review and approval
prior to the submittal of architectural drawings.
1. In-fill single-family dwelling projects located in the Hazardous Fire Area: A simplified
landscaping/fuel modification plan may be acceptable. The plan shall detail the defensible space.
Provide a minimum 100 feet defensible space for slopes less than 15% and a larger defensible
space may be required for slopes of 15% or more. The proposed and/or existing vegetation must
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be shown. FS-3 construction requirements must be met. The architect must implement FS-3 Area
construction requirements into the design of the home.
FSC-8 Chronological summary of RCFPD Hazardous Fire Area requirements
Prior to the issuance of a rough grading permit, the applicant shall obtain the Fire District approval of
a preliminary fuel modification/hazard reduction plan and program. The plan(s) shall be prepared by an
individual or firm qualified and experienced in wildfire hazard mitigation planning.
Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the developer shall have submitted and obtain approval of a
final fuel modification plan. Further, the builder shall have completed that portion of the approved fuel
modification/hazard reduction plan determined to be necessary by the Fire District before the introduction
of any combustible materials into the project area. Approval is subject to an on-site inspection.
Prior to the issuance of any Certificate of Occupancy, the remainder of the fuel modification/hazard
reduction plan requirements shall be installed, inspected and accepted by the Fire District staff.
Schedule the inspection with Fire Construction Services at 909-477-2713.
FSC-13 Alternate Method Application
Fire Construction Services staff and the Fire Marshal will review all requests for alternate method, when
submitted. The request must be submitted on the Fire District "Application for Alternate Method" form
along with supporting documents and payment of the $92 review fee.
Chronological Summary of RCFPD Standard Conditions
PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS — Please complete the following prior to the
issuance of any building permits:
1. Private Water Supply (Fire) Systems: The applicant shall submit construction plans,
specifications, flow test data and calculations for the private water main system for review and
approval by the Fire District. Plans and installation shall comply with Fire District Standards.
Approval of the on-site (private) fire underground and water plans is required prior to any building
permit issuance for any structure on the site. Private on-site combination domestic and fire supply
system must be designed in accordance with RCFPD Standards # 9-4, #10-2 and #10-4. The
Building & Safety Division and Fire Construction Services will perform plan checks and inspections.
All private on-site fire hydrants shall be installed, flushed and operable prior to delivering any
combustible framing materials to the site. Fire construction Services will inspect the installation,
witness hydrant flushing and grant a clearance before lumber is dropped.
2. Public Water Supply (Domestic/Fire) Systems: The applicant shall submit a plan showing the
locations of all new public fire hydrants for the review and approval by the Fire District and CCWD.
On the plan, show all existing fire hydrants within a 600-foot radius of the project. All required public
fire hydrants shall be installed, flushed and operable prior to delivering any combustible framing
materials to the site. CCWD personnel shall inspect the installation and witness the hydrant
flushing. Fire Construction Services shall inspect the site after acceptance of the public water
system by CCWD. Fire Construction Services must grant a clearance before lumber is dropped.
3. Fuel Modification Plans: Please refer to RCFPD Summary of Fire Hazardous Area requirements.
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4. Construction,Access: The access roads must be paved in accordance with all the requirements
of the RCFPD Fire Lane Standard #9-7. All temporary utilities over access roads must be installed
at least 14 feet 6 inches above the finished surface of the road.
5. Fire Flow: A current fire flow letter from CCWD must be received. The applicant is responsible for
obtaining the fire flow information from CCWD and submitting the letter to Fire Construction
Services.
6. Easements and Reciprocal Agreements: All easements and agreements must be recorded with
the County of San Bernardino.
PRIOR TO THE RELEASE OF TEMPORARY POWER
The building construction must be substantially completed in accordance with Fire Construction Services'
"Temporary Power Release Checklist and Procedures".
PRIOR TO OCCUPANCY OR FINAL INSPECTION — Please complete the following:
1. Hydrant Markers: All fire hydrants shall have a blue reflective pavement marker indicating the fire
hydrant location on the street or driveway in accordance with the City of Rancho Cucamonga
Engineering Standard Plan 134, "Installation of Reflective Hydrant Markers". On private property,
the markers shall be installed at the centerline of the fire access road, at each hydrant location.
2. Private Fire Hydrants: For the purpose of final acceptance, a licensed sprinkler contractor, in the
presence of Fire Construction Services, shall conduct a test of the most hydraulically remote on-
site fire hydrants. The underground fire line contractor, developer and/or owner are responsible for
hiring the company to perform the test. A final test report shall be submitted to Fire Construction
Services verifying the fire flow available. The fire flow available must meet or exceed the required
fire flow in accordance with the California Fire Code.
3. Fire Sprinkler System: Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, the fire sprinkler
system(s) shall be tested and accepted by Fire Construction Services.
4. Fire Sprinkler Monitoring: Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, the fire sprinkler
monitoring system must be tested and accepted by Fire Construction Services. The fire sprinkler
monitoring system shall be installed, tested and operational immediately following the completion of
the fire sprinkler system (subject to the release of power).
5. Fire Suppression Systems and/or other special hazard protection systems shall be inspected,
tested and accepted by Fire Construction Services before occupancy is granted and/or equipment
is placed in service.
6. Fire Alarm System: Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, the fire alarm system
shall be installed, inspected, tested and accepted by Fire Construction Services.
7. Access Control Gates: Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, vehicular gates must
be inspected, tested and accepted in accordance with RCFPD Standards #9-1 or #9-2 by Fire
Construction Services.
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8. Fire Access Roadways: Prior to the issuance of any Certificate of Occupancy, the fire access
roadways must be installed in accordance with the approved plans and acceptable to Fire
Construction Services.
The CC&R's, the reciprocal agreement and/or other approved documents shall be recorded and
contain an approved fire access roadway map with provisions that prohibit parking, specify the
method of enforcement and identifies who is responsible for the required annual inspections and
the maintenance of all required fire access roadways.
9. Address: Prior to the granting of occupancy, single-family dwellings shall post the address with
minimum 4-inch numbers on a contrasting background. The numbers shall be internally or
externally illuminated during periods of darkness. The numbers shall be visible from the street.
When building setback from the public roadway exceeds 100 feet, additional 4-inch numbers shall
be displayed at the property entry.
10. Fuel Modification: Please refer to RCFPD Summary of Fire Hazardous Area requirements.
11. Hazardous Materials: Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, the applicant must
demonstrate (in writing from the County) that the facility has met or is meeting the Risk
Management Plan (RMP) or Business Emergency/Contingency Plan with the San Bernardino
County Fire Department, Hazardous Materials/Emergency Response and Enforcement Division.
The applicant must also obtain inspection and acceptance by Fire Construction Services.
12. Confidential Business Occupancy Information: The applicant shall complete the Rancho
Cucamonga Fire District "Confidential Business Occupancy Information" form. This form provides
contact information for Fire District use in the event of an emergency at the subject building or
property. This form must be presented to the Fire Construction Services Inspector.
13. Mapping Site Plan: Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, a 8 1/2-inch by 11-inch or
11-inch by 17-inch site plan of the site in accordance with RCFPD Standard #13-1 shall be revised
by the applicant to reflect the actual location of all devices and building features as required in the
standard. The site plan must be reviewed and accepted by the Fire Inspector.
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