HomeMy WebLinkAbout07-47 - Resolutions RESOLUTION NO. 07-47
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DEVELOPMENT
REVIEW DRC2006-00540,THE DESIGN REVIEW FOR 225 WORKFORCE
APARTMENT UNITS AND A COMMUNITY BUILDING ON 12.87 ACRES
OF LAND IN THE MEDIUM RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT (8-14 DWELLING
UNITS PER ACRE), LOCATED AT 13233 FOOTHILL BOULEVARD, IN THE
AREA BETWEEN THE ETIWANDA SAN SEVAINE FLOOD CONTROL
CHANNEL ON THE EAST, AND THE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON
TRANSMISSION CORRIDOR ON THE WEST;AND MAKING FINDINGS IN
SUPPORT THEREOF -APN: 0229-041-10.
A. Recitals.
1. Pete Pitassi Architects, on behalf of Northtown Housing Development Corporation,filed
an application for Development Review DRC2006-00540, the design review of 225 workforce
apartment units and a community building, 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 25th day of July 2007, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho
Cucamonga held a duly noticed public hearing to consider the application.
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 public hearing on July 25, 2007, including written and oral staff reports, this
Commission hereby specifically finds as follows:
a. The application applies to approximately 12.87 acres of land located on the south
side of Foothill Boulevard near the City's eastern border with the City of Fontana/Unincorporated
San Bernardino County. More specifically, the property is situated between the existing Etiwanda
San Sevaine Flood Control Channel on the east and the Southern California Edison Corridor on the
west; and
b. The properties to the north are undeveloped commercial properties and the
Southern California Edison (SCE) utility corridor in the General Commercial and Open Space zone,
and to the south is undeveloped land in the Low-Medium Residential (4-8 dwelling units per acre)
District of the Etiwanda Specific Plan. On the east side of the site is the San Sevaine Flood Control
Channel and single-family residential uses in the City of Fontana. To the immediate west are SCE
Transmission Lines in the Open Space zone and further west is a single-family residential tract in
the Low Density Residential (2-5 dwelling units per acre) District; and
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 07-47
DRC2006-00540— NORTHTOWN HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
July 25, 2007
Page 2
C. 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; and
d. The applicant proposed the development of 225 workforce apartment units and a
community recreational building center. The project also provides on-site parking and recreational
amenities including a swimming pool, half basketball court,tot-lot, picnic tables and BBQ grilles, and
large (100 feet by 40 feet) lawn area for open play; and
e. The project design generally complies with the development standards of the
Medium-High Residential District as modified by the proposed Density Bonus Agreement (also
referred as Housing Incentive Agreement) as described therein, requesting a 25 percent density
bonus and modifications to the specific development setback standards; and
f. The design of the new units is a contemporary interpretation of the Tuscan
architectural style. The exterior design elements for the new apartment units include fully tiled roofs,
trimmed out windows and door openings, and walls clad in stucco and accented with fully grouted
faux stone veneer typically associated with the proposed style. Moreover, landscaping and
recreational amenities are well distributed around the site.
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 specifically finds and concludes as follows:
a. That the proposed project is consistent with the objectives of the General Plan in
that the project will advance the goal of providing affordable housing units for the community; and
b. That the proposed design is in accord with the objectives of the Development Code
and the purposes of the district in which the site is located, in that the residential use of the site is
consistent with the underlying residential zoning for the site; and
C. That the proposed design is in compliance with each of the applicable provisions of
the Development Code as modified for density and specific standards by the Bonus Density
Agreement associated with this project; and
d. That the proposed design, 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. The development of the apartment community at this location will
contribute to the ongoing physical improvements in the area that currently consists of largely
underutilized properties and substandard infrastructure (e.g., storm drains and roadway
improvements).
4. Based upon the facts and information contained in the proposed Mitigated Negative
Declaration,together with all written and oral reports included for the environmental assessment for
the application,the Planning Commission finds that there is no substantial evidence that the project
will have a significant effect upon the environment and adopts a Mitigated Negative Declaration and
Mitigated Monitoring Program attached hereto, and incorporated herein by this reference, based
upon the findings as follows:
a. Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") and the City's local
CEQA Guidelines, City staff prepared an Initial Study of the potential environmental effects of the
project. Based on the findings contained in that Initial Study, City staff determined that, with the
imposition of mitigation measures, there would be no substantial evidence that the project would
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 07-47
DRC2006-00540— NORTHTOWN HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
July 25, 2007
Page 3
have a significant effect on the environment. Based on that determination, a Mitigated Negative
Declaration was prepared. Thereafter, City staff provided public notice of the public comment period
and of the intent to adopt the Mitigated Negative Declaration.
b. The Planning Commission has reviewed the Mitigated Negative Declaration and all
comments received regarding the Mitigated Negative Declaration and, based on the whole record
before it, finds: (i)that the Mitigated Negative Declaration was prepared in compliance with CEQA;
and (ii) that, based on the imposition of mitigation measures, there is no substantial evidence that
the project will have a significant effect on the environment. The Planning Commission further finds
that the Mitigated Negative Declaration reflects the independent judgment and analysis of the
Planning Commission. Based on these findings, the Planning Commission hereby adopts the
Mitigated Negative Declaration.
c. The Planning Commission has also reviewed and considered the Mitigation
Monitoring Program for the project that has been prepared pursuant to the requirements of Public
Resources Code Section 21081.6 and finds that such Program is designed to ensure compliance
with the mitigation measures during project implementation. The Planning Commission therefore
adopts the Mitigation Monitoring Program for the project.
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. The site has not been
identified in the General Plan as potential location for habitat that is known to support sensitive
biological species, and the very small areas of identified sensitive habitat and wetlands are isolated
and will be permanently cut-off from water flows by the anticipated near term completion of the San
Sevaine Flood Control Project being implemented by the San Bernardino County Flood Control
District. 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).
e. The custodian of records for the Initial Study, Mitigated Negative Declaration,
Mitigation Monitoring Program, and all other materials which constitute the record of proceedings
upon which the Planning Commission's decision is based is the Planning Director of the City of
Rancho Cucamonga. Those documents are available for public review in the Planning Department
of the City of Rancho Cucamonga located at 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga,
California 91730, telephone (909) 477-2750.
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) This approval is for the site plan, exterior building design, and
landscaping for a 225-unit workforce apartment community and
associated site improvements as described in this report and depicted
on approved plans on file with the Planning Department. Final
approval for the project shall be contingent upon subsequent City
Council approval of, and execution thereof, the Density Bonus
Agreement (DRC2007-00119).
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 07-47
DRC2006-00540— NORTHTOWN HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
July 25, 2007
Page 4
2) If the Density Bonus Agreement is approved by the City Council, all
plans submitted for plan check shall conform to plans approved by the
Design Review Committee on March 6, 2007, and the Planning
Commission on July 25, 2007.
3) No exterior changes to the design of the project, including exterior
materials, shall be permitted without prior City review and approval.
4) The design and height of decorative metal fences, gates, railings, and
perimeter walls shall be submitted for final Planning Director review
and approval during plan check. All decorative exterior metal elements
shall be finished with high quality powder coat paint and properly
maintained by the property owner in good condition at all times
thereafter.
5) Primary daily pedestrian and vehicle access to the site shall be only
from Foothill Boulevard via the main entry gate nearest the Community
Building. The use of the access gate on Foothill Boulevard at the
western end of the project shall be limited to emergency
vehicles/responders only.
6) On-site structures (e.g., buildings, carports, fences, walls, gates,
exterior lights, recreation equipment, etc.) and facilities (including
parking lots) within the complex shall be maintained in good and
presentable condition at all times. Any damaged areas shall be
promptly repaired and restored to original condition/appearance to the
greatest extent possible. All graffiti shall be promptly removed when
discovered by on-site management or as notified by the City of Rancho
Cucamonga.
Engineering Department
1) Foothill Boulevard frontage improvements are to be in accordance with
City"Major Divided Highway"standards starting from Cornwall Avenue
up to easterly project boundary as required and including:
a) Provide curb and gutter, curvilinear sidewalk, street trees (along
development frontage only), 9500 Lumens HPSV street lights,
drive approaches, R26(s) "No Stopping" signs and asphalt
pavement, as required.
b) Provide a deceleration/right-turn lane for the main entrance
driveway.
c) Proposed gated entrance is to be in accordance with City's
"Residential Project Gated Entrance Design Guide" standard.
d) Revise traffic signing and striping, as required.
e) Left-turn lane for eastbound Foothill Boulevard at East Avenue
shall have a 250-foot pocket length.
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 07-47
DRC2006-00540— NORTHTOWN HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
July 25, 2007
Page 5
f) Provide pavement transitions as needed per City Standards.
g) The drive approach on the Exit Access only shall be 35 feet wide,
per City Standard 101, Type C.
h) The developer may request a reimbursement agreement to
recover cost for the construction of improvements from future
development as it occurs from the south side of the street. If the
developer fails to submit said reimbursement agreement within
six months of the improvements being accepted by the City, all
rights of the developer to reimbursement shall terminate.
i) For those improvements specified above that are outside the
development frontage and require right-of-way from other
properties, this development shall make a good faith effort to
obtain the necessary right-of-way. If the property owner is
unwilling to grant the right-of-way,then this development shall not
be obligated to install the listed improvements. Appropriate
transitions within the existing right-of-way will be required.
2) Construct Foothill Boulevard median island including landscaping and
irrigation from Cornwall Avenue to East Avenue per City Standards, to
the satisfaction of the City Engineer. The developer may request a
reimbursement agreement to recover one-half the City adopted cost for
the construction of the median island from future development as it
occurs from both sides of the street. If the developer fails to submit
said reimbursement agreement within six months of the median
improvements being accepted by the City, all rights of the developer to
reimbursement shall terminate.
3) The Foothill Boulevard frontage shall be designed in accordance with
the City adopted Foothill Boulevard Historic Route 66 Visual
Improvement Plan including street lights. This designates a"Suburban
Parkway Enhancement Area"featuring colored pavement emblazoned
with the Route 66 logo, special sidewalk treatment, artwork and a
historic post and a cable roadway safety barrier. Said enhancement
within the parkway area shall be maintained by the developer and shall
be included in the Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&Rs).
a) This designates also the installation of the Entry Monument
depicted as Exhibits C and E of the Visual Improvement Plan.
4) An in-lieu fee as contribution to the future undergrounding of the
existing overhead utilities (telecommunications and electrical, except
for the 66KV electrical)on the opposite side of Foothill Boulevard shall
be paid to the City prior to final map approval or building permit,
whichever comes first. The fee shall be one-half the City adopted unit
amount times the length of the project frontage.
5) The development proposes to drain via underground storm drain
facilities to the eastern boundary of the project at the junction of City
Master Plan Line 9 and the Etiwanda/San Sevaine Channel. The San
Bernardino County Flood Control District (SBCFCD) is currently
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 07-47
DRC2006-00540— NORTHTOWN HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
July 25, 2007
Page 6
constructing the Etiwanda/San Sevaine Channel Project and is
anticipating completion in December 2008. The proposed project
cannot develop until the SBCFCD is completed or authorization from
SBCFCD is obtained. In addition, the project will require completion of
the portion of City Master Plan Storm Drain Line 9 from its existing
terminus at the northwest corner of the project site easterly in Foothill
Boulevard and southerly in the SBCFCD right-of-way to connect to the
existing 120-inch diameter storm drain connection in the Etiwanda/San
Sevaine Channel approximately 500 feet south of Foothill Boulevard.
a) Drainage fees for the site shall be credited to the cost of
permanent master plan facilities, in accordance with City policy.
The developer may request a reimbursement agreement to
recover oversizing costs, in excess of fees, from future
development within the same tributary area. If the developer fails
to submit for said reimbursement agreement within 6 months of
the public improvements being accepted by the City, all rights of
the developer to reimbursement shall terminate.
6) Trees are prohibited within 5 feet of the outside diameter of the
proposed 120-inch storm drain on the south side of Foothill Boulevard.
7) Prior to grading permit issuance, Best Management Practices (BMPs)
identified in the Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) shall be
shown on the Grading Plan.
8) Maintenance of BMPs identified in the WQMP shall be addressed in
the project CC&Rs.
Environmental Mitigation
Air Quality
1) All construction equipment shall be maintained in good operating
condition so as to reduce operational emissions. Contractor shall
ensure that all construction equipment is being properly serviced and
maintained as per manufacturers'specifications. Maintenance records
shall be available at the construction site for City verification.
2) Prior to the issuance of any Grading Permits, developer shall submit
construction plans to City denoting the proposed schedule and
projected equipment use. Construction contractors shall provide
evidence that low emission mobile construction equipment will be
utilized, or that their use was investigated and found to be infeasible for
the project. Contractors shall also conform to any construction
measures imposed by the South Coast Air Quality Management District
(SCAQMD) as well as City Planning Staff.
3) All paints and coatings shall meet or exceed performance standards
noted in SCAQMD Rule 1113. Paints and coatings shall be applied
either by hand or high volume, low-pressure spray.
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 07-47
DRC2006-00540— NORTHTOWN HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
July 25, 2007
Page 7
4) All asphalt shall meet or exceed performance standards noted in
SCAQMD Rule 1108.
5) All construction equipment shall comply with SCAQMD Rules 402 and
403. Additionally, contractors shall include the following provisions:
• Reestablish ground cover on the construction site through
seeding and watering.
• Pave or apply gravel to any on-site haul roads.
• Phase grading to prevent the susceptibility of large areas to
erosion over extended periods of time.
• Schedule activities to minimize the amounts of exposed
excavated soil during and after the end of work periods.
• Dispose of surplus excavated material in accordance with local
ordinances and use sound engineering practices.
• Sweep streets according to a schedule established by the City if
silt is carried over to adjacent public thoroughfares or occurs as a
result of hauling. Timing may vary depending upon the time of
year of construction.
• Suspend grading operations during high winds(i.e.,wind speeds
exceeding 25 mph) in accordance with Rule 403 requirements.
• Maintain a minimum 24-inch freeboard ratio on soils haul trucks
or cover payloads using tarps or other suitable means.
6) The site shall be treated with water or other soil-stabilizing agent
(approved by SCAQMD and Regional Water Quality Control Board
[RWQCB]) daily to reduce PM10 emissions, in accordance with
SCAQMD Rule 403.
7) Chemical soil-stabilizers (approved by SCAQMD and RWQCB) shall
be applied to all inactive construction areas that remain inactive for
96 hours or more to reduce PM10 emissions.
8) The construction contractor shall utilize electric or clean alternative
fuel-powered equipment where feasible.
9) The construction contractor shall ensure that construction-Grading
Plans include a statement that work crews will shut off equipment when
not in use.
10) All residential and commercial structures shall be required to
incorporate high-efficiency/low-polluting heating, air conditioning,
appliances, and water heaters.
11) All residential and commercial structures shall be required to
incorporate thermal pane windows and weather-stripping.
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 07-47
DRC2006-00540— NORTHTOWN HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
July 25, 2007
Page 8
Biology
1) Prior to the removal of any Riversidean Alluvial Fan Sage Scrub
(RAFSS) habitat from the site, the applicant shall submit evidence of
compliance with the requirements of California Department of Fish and
Game(CDFG) including approved mitigation forthe removal the extant
RAFSS habitat from the site.
2) Prior to the removal of any Riversidean Alluvial Fan Sage Scrub
(RAFSS) habitat from the site, the applicant shall submit evidence of
compliance with the requirements of California Department of Fish and
Game(CDFG) including approved mitigation forthe removal the extant
RAFSS habitat from the site.
3) Prior to the issuance of grading and building permits forthe project,the
applicant shall submit evidence of compliance with the requirements of
California Department of Fish and Game(CDFG) and Regional Water
Quality Control Board, for the removal and/or alteration of on-site
riparian habitat within the jurisdiction of the abovementioned resource
agency.
4) Prior to the issuance of grading and building permits for the project,the
applicant shall submit evidence of compliance with the requirements of
the Army Corps of Engineers(ACOE),for the removal and/or alteration
of on-site wetland waters.
5) Prior to the removal of any on-site heritage trees as define by the
Rancho Cucamonga Tree Preservation Ordinance, the applicant shall
apply for and comply with the provisions of said Ordinance including
approval of a Tree Removal Permit.
6) Prior to any on-site grading/construction activity or the removal of trees
for which a Tree Removal Permit has been issued, the applicant shall
perform a pre-construction tree/nest survey to determine whether
active bird nests are present. Study shall be performed no more than
30-days prior to construction activity and be made available to the
Planning Director for City verification.
7) Prior to any on-site grading/construction activity on-site
grading/construction, the applicant shall perform a pre-construction
nest survey to determine whether active Burrowing Owl nests are
present. Study shall be performed no more than 30-days prior to
construction activity and be made available to the Planning Director for
City verification.
Cultural Resources
1) . Prior to issuance of grading permit, the developer shall retain a
qualified archeologist to prepare an archeological resource
assessment. If any prehistoric archaeological resources are
encountered before or during grading, the developer will retain a
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 07-47
DRC2006-00540— NORTHTOWN HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
July 25, 2007
Page 9
qualified archaeologist to monitor construction activities, to take
appropriate measures to protect or preserve them for study. With the
assistance of the archaeologist, the City of Rancho Cucamonga will:
• Enact interim measures to protect undesignated sites from
demolition or significant modification without an opportunity for
the City to establish its archaeological value.
• Consider establishing provisions to require incorporation of
archaeological sites within new developments, using their special
qualities as a theme or focal point.
• Pursue educating the public about the archaeological heritage of
the area.
• Propose mitigation measures and recommend conditions of
approval to eliminate adverse project effects on significant,
important, and unique prehistoric resources, following
appropriate CEQA guidelines.
• Prepare a technical resources management report,documenting
the inventory, evaluation, and proposed mitigation of resources
within the project area. Submit one copy of the completed report
with original illustrations, to the San Bernardino County
Archaeological Information Center for permanent archiving.
2) Prior to issuance of Grading Permit, the developer shall retain a
qualified paleontologist archeologist to prepare a paleontological
resource assessment. If any paleontological resource (i.e. plant or
animal fossils) are encountered before or during grading,the developer
will retain a qualified paleontologist to monitor construction activities,to
take appropriate measures to protect or preserve them for study. The
paleontologist shall submit a report of findings that will also provide
specific recommendations regarding further mitigation measures(i.e.,
paleontological monitoring)that may be appropriate. Where mitigation
monitoring is appropriate,the program must include, but not be limited
to, the following measures:
• Assign a paleontological monitor, trained and equipped to allow
the rapid removal of fossils with minimal construction delay, to
the site full-time during the interval of earth-disturbing activities.
• Should fossils be found within an area being cleared or graded,
divert earth-disturbing activities elsewhere until the monitor has
completed salvage. If construction personnel make the
discovery, the grading contractor should immediately divert
construction and notify the monitor of the find.
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 07-47
DRC2006-00540— NORTHTOWN HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
July 25, 2007
Page 10
• Prepare, identify, and curate all recovered fossils for
documentation in the summary report and transfer to an
appropriate depository (i.e., San Bernardino County Museum).
• Submit summary report to City of Rancho Cucamonga. Transfer
collected specimens with a copy of the report to San Bernardino
County Museum.
Geology and Soils
1) The site shall be treated with water or other soil-stabilizing agent
(approved by SCAQMD and RWQCB)daily to reduce PM10 emissions,
in accordance with SCAQMD Rule 403 or replanted with drought
resistant landscaping as soon as possible.
2) Frontage public streets shall be swept according to a schedule
established by the City to reduce PM10 emissions associated with
vehicle tracking of soil off-site. Timing may vary depending upon the
time of year of construction.
3) Grading operations shall be suspended when wind speeds exceed
25 mph to minimize PM,() emissions from the site during such
episodes.
4) Chemical soil-stabilizers (approved by SCAQMD and RWQCB) shall
be applied to all inactive construction areas that remain inactive for
96 hours or more to reduce PM10 emissions.
Hydrology
1) Prior to issuance of Grading Permits, the permit applicant shall submit
to Building Official for approval, Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan
(SWPPP) specifically identifying Best Management Practices (BMPs)
that shall be used on-site to reduce pollutants during construction
activities entering the storm drain system to the maximum extent
practical.
2) An Erosion Control Plan shall be prepared, included in the Grading
Plan, and implemented for the proposed project that identifies specific
measures to control on-site and off-site erosion from the time ground
disturbing activities are initiated through completion of grading. This
Erosion Control Plan shall include the following measures at a
minimum: a) Specify the timing of grading and construction to minimize
soil exposure to rainy periods experienced in southern California, and
b)An inspection and maintenance program shall be included to ensure
that any erosion which does occur either on-site or off-site as a result
of this project will be corrected through a remediation or restoration
program within a specified time frame.
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 07-47
DRC2006-00540— NORTHTOWN HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
July 25, 2007
Page 11
3) During construction, temporary berms such as sandbags or gravel
dikes must be used to prevent discharge of debris or sediment from the
site when there is rainfall or other runoff.
4) During construction, to remove pollutants, street cleaning will be
performed prior to storm events and after the use of water trucks to
control dust in order to prevent discharge of debris or sediment from
the site.
Post- Construction Operational:
5) The developer shall implement the BMPs identified in the Water
Quality Management Plan (WQMP) prepared by Dan Guerra &
Associates (April 12, 2006) to reduce pollutants after construction
entering the storm drain system to the maximum extent practical.
6) Landscaping plans shall include provisions for controlling and
minimizing the use of fertilizers/pesticides/herbicides. Landscaped
areas shall be monitored and maintained for at least two years to
ensure adequate coverage and stable growth. Plans for these areas,
including monitoring provisions for a minimum of two years, shall be
submitted to the City for review and approval prior to the issuance of
Grading Permits.
7) Prior to issuance of Building Permits, the applicant shall submit to the
City Engineer for approval of a Water Quality Management Plan
(WQMP), including a project description and identifying Best
Management Practices (BMPs) that will be used on-site to reduce
pollutants into the storm drain system to the maximum extent
practicable. The WQMP shall identify the structural and non-structural
measures consistent with the Guidelines for New Development and
Redevelopment adopted by the City of Rancho Cucamonga in
June 2004.
8) Prior to issuance of grading or paving permits, applicant shall obtain a
Notice of Intent (NOI) to comply with obtaining coverage under the
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) General
Construction Storm Water Permit from the State Water Resources
Control Board. Evidence that this has been obtained (i.e., a copy of
the Waste Discharger's Identification Number)shall be submitted to the
City Building Official for coverage under the NPDES General
Construction Permit.
Noise
1) Prior to issuance of Building Permits, the applicant shall submit to the
Planning Director and Building Official for review and approval, building
plans that demonstrate compliance with the noise attenuation
recommendations of the acoustical engineer as contained in the
Acoustical Analysis prepared by Gordon Bricken & Associates
(September 2006), and on file with the Planning Department.
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 07-47
DRC2006-00540— NORTHTOWN HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
July 25, 2007
Page 12
2) Construction or grading shall not take place between the hours of
8:00 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. on weekdays, including Saturday, or at any
time on Sunday or a national holiday.
3) Construction or grading noise levels shall not exceed the standards
specified in Development Code Section 17.02.120-D, as measured at
the property line. Developer shall hire a consultant to perform weekly
noise level monitoring as specified in Development Code Section
17.02.120. Monitoring at other times may be required by the Building
Official. Said consultant shall report their findings to the Building
Official within 24 hours; however, if noise levels exceed the above
standards, then the consultant shall immediately notify the Building
Official. If noise levels exceed the above standards,then construction
activities shall be reduced in intensity to a level of compliance with
above noise standards or halted.
4) Any perimeter walls proposed with the project shall be constructed as
early as possible in first phase.
5) Haul truck deliveries shall not take place between the hours of
8:00 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. on weekdays, including Saturday, or at any
time on Sunday or a national holiday. Additionally, if heavy trucks used
for hauling would exceed 100 daily trips(counting both to and from the
construction site), then the developer shall prepare a noise mitigation
plan denoting any construction traffic haul routes. To the extent
feasible, the plan shall denote haul routes that do not pass sensitive
land uses or residential dwellings.
6. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 25TH DAY OF JULY 2007.
PLANNING C MMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
BY:
Pam art, Chair�mman
7L
ATTEST: \-
4'81�
JamR. Troyer, AICP, Secret ry
I, James R. Troler,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 25th day of July 2007, by the following vote-to-wit:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS: HOWDYSHELL, PLETCHER, MUNOZ, STEWART, WIMBERLY
NOES: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
City of Rancho Cucamonga
- MITIGATION MONITORING
PROGRAM
Project File No.: Development Review DRC2006-00540 and Housing Incentive Agreement
DRC2007-00119
This Mitigation Monitoring Program (MMP)has been prepared for use in implementing the mitigation
measures identified in the Mitigated Negative Declaration forthe 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 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 Planning Director, 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 Department)
10500 Civic Center Drive
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
Mitigation Monitoring Program
DRC2006-00540 and DRC2007-00119
Page 2
3. Appropriate specialists will be retained if technical expertise beyond the City staff's 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 after written
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 Department. The Department 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 Planning Director prior to the issuance
of building permits.
MITIGATION MONITORING CHECKLIST (INITIAL STUDY PART III)
Project File No.: DRC2006-00540 and DRC2007-00119 Applicant: SAN SEVAINE VILLAS
Initial Study Prepared by: MICHAEL DIAZ, SENIOR PLANNER Date: JULY 25. 2007
MethodMitigation Measures No. Responsible Monitoring Timing of of Verified Sanctions for
Implementing Action for Monitoring Frequency Verification Verification Date/initials Non-Compliance
Air Quality
All construction equipment shall be maintained in good PD C Review of plans A/C 2/4
operating condition so as to reduce operational
emissions. Contractor shall ensure that all construction
equipment is being properly serviced and maintained as
per manufacturers'specifications. Maintenance records
shall be available at the construction site for City
verification.
Prior to the issuance of any grading permits, the PD/BO C Review of plans C 2
developer shall submit Construction Plans to the City
denoting the proposed schedule and projected
equipment use. Construction contractors shall provide
evidence that low-emission mobile construction
equipment will be utilized, or that their use was
investigated and found to be infeasible for the project.
Contractors shall also conform to any construction
measures imposed by the South Coast Air Quality
Management District (SCAQMD) as well as City
Planning staff.
All paints and coatings shall meet or exceed PD C Review of plans A/C 2/4
performance standards noted in SCAQMD Rule 1113.
Paints and coatings shall be applied either by hand or
high-volume, low-pressure spray.
All asphalt shall meet or exceed performance standards BO B Review of plans A/C 2
noted in SCAQMD Rule 1108.
All construction equipment shall comply with SCAQMD BO C Review of plans A/C 2/4
Rules 402 and 403. Additionally, contractors shall
include the following provisions:
1 of 11
Mitigation Measures No. Responsible
Implementing Action for Monitoring Frequency Verification Verification Date/initials Non-Compliance
• Reestablish ground cover on the construction site BO C Review of plans A/C 2/4
through seeding and watering.
• Pave or apply gravel to any on-site haul roads. BO C Review of plans A/C 2/4
• Phase grading to prevent the susceptibility of large BO C Review of plans A/C 2/4
areas to erosion over extended periods of time.
• Schedule activities to minimize the amounts of BO C Review of plans A/C 2/4
exposed excavated soil during and after the end of
work periods.
• Dispose of surplus excavated material in BO C Review of plans A 4
accordance with local ordinances and use sound
engineering practices.
• Sweep streets according to a schedule established BO C During A 4
by the City if silt is carried over to adjacent public construction
thoroughfares or occurs as a result of hauling.
Timing may vary depending upon time of year of
construction.
• Suspend grading operations during high winds (i.e., BO C During A 4
wind speeds,exceeding 25 mph) in accordance with construction
SCAQMD Rule 403 requirements.
• Maintain a minimum 24-inch freeboard ratio on soils BO C During A 4
haul trucks or cover payloads using tarps or other Construction
suitable means.
The site shall be treated with water or other BO C During A 4
soil-stabilizing agent (approved by SCAQMD and construction
Regional Water Quality Control Board [RWQCB]) daily
to reduce Particulate Matter (PM,o) emissions, in
accordance with SCAQMD Rule 403.
Chemical soil stabilizers (approved by SCAQMD and BO C During A 4
RWQCB) shall be applied to all inactive construction construction
areas that remain inactive for 96 hours or more to
reduce PM,o emissions.
The construction contractor shall utilize electric or clean BO C Review of plans A/C 4
alternative fuel-powered equipment where feasible.
2 of 11
Mitigation Measures No.
Responsible of Verif led Sanctions for
Implementing Action for Monitoring Frequency Verification Verification Date/initials Non-Compliance
The construction contractor shall ensure that BO C Review of plans A/C 2/4
construction-grading plans include a statement that work
crews will shut off equipment when not in use.
All industrial and commercial facilities shall post signs BO C Review of plans A 4
requiring that trucks shall not be left idling for prolonged
periods (i.e., in excess of 10 minutes).
All industrial and commercial facilities shall designate PD C Review of plans A/C 2/3
preferential parking for vanpools.
All industrial and commercial site tenants with 50 or PD C Review of plans D 2/3
more employees shall be required to post both bus and
Metrolink schedules in conspicuous areas.
All industrial and commercial site tenants with 50 or PD C Review of plans D 2/3
more employees shall be required to configure their
operating schedules around the Metrolink schedule to
the extent reasonably feasible.
All residential and commercial structures shall be BO C/D Review of plans C 2/4
required to incorporate high efficiency/low polluting
heating,air conditioning,appliances,and water heaters.
All residential and commercial structures shall be BO C/D Review of plans C 2/4
required to incorporate thermal pane windows and
weather-stripping.
Biological Resources
Prior to the removal of any Riversidean Alluvial Fan PD B Review of plans B 2
Sage Scrub(RAFSS) habitat from the site,the applicant
shall submit evidence of compliance with the
requirements of California Department of Fish and
Game (CDFG) including approved mitigation for the
removal the extant RAFSS habitat from the site.
Prior to the removal of any Riversidean Alluvial Fan PD B Review of plans B 2
Sage Scrub(RAFSS)habitat from the site,the applicant
shall submit evidence of compliance with the
requirements of California Department of Fish and
Game (CDFG) including approved mitigation for the
removal the extant RAFSS habitat from the site.
3of11
VerificationMitigation Measures No./ Responsible Monitoring Timing of Method of Verified Sanctions for
Implementing Action for Monitoring Frequency Verification
Non-Compliance
Prior to the issuance of grading and building permits for PD B Review of plans B 2
the project, the applicant shall submit evidence of
compliance with the requirements of California
Department of Fish and Game(CDFG)and the Regional
Water Quality Control Board, for the removal and/or
alteration of on site riparian habitat within the jurisdiction
of the abovementioned resource agency.
Prior to the issuance of grading and building permits for PD B Review of plans B 2
the project, the applicant shall submit evidence of
compliance with the requirements of the Army Corps of
Engineers (ACOE), for the removal and/or alteration of
on site wetland waters.
Prior to the removal of any on site heritage trees as PD B Review of plans C 2
define by the Rancho Cucamonga Tree Preservation
Ordinance,the applicant shall apply for and comply with
the provisions of said Ordinance including approval of a
Tree Removal Permit.
Prior to any on-site grading/construction activity or the pD B Review of plans D 2
removal of trees for which a Tree Removal Permit has
been issued, the applicant shall perform a pre-
construction tree/nest survey to determine whether
active bird nests are present. Study shall be performed
no more than 30-days prior to construction activity and
be made available to the Planning Director for City
verification.
Prior to any on-site grading/construction activity on-site PD B Review of plans D 2
grading/construction, the applicant shall perform a
pre-construction nest survey to determine whether active
Burrowing Owl nests are present. Study shall be
performed no more than 30-days prior to construction
activity and be made available to the Planning Director
for City verification.
4 of 11
Mitigation Measures No.
Responsible . . of Verified Sanctions for
Implementing Action for Monitoring Frequency Verification Verification Date/initials Non-Compliance
Cultural Resources
Prior to issuance of grading permit, the developer shall
retain a qualified archeologist to prepare an
archeological resources assessment. If any prehistoric
archaeological resources are encountered before or
during grading, the developer will retain a qualified
archaeologist to monitor construction activities, to take
appropriate measures to protect or preserve them for
study. With the assistance of the archaeologist,the City
of Rancho Cucamonga will:
Enact interim measures to protect undesignated PD/BO C Review of report A/D 3/4
sites from demolition or significant modification
without an opportunity for the City to establish its
archaeological value.
Consider establishing provisions to require PD/BO C Review of report A/D 3/4
incorporation of archaeological sites within new
developments, using their special qualities as a
theme or focal point.
• Pursue educating the public about the area's PD/BO C Review of report A/D 3/4
archaeological heritage.
• Propose mitigation measures and recommend PD/BO C Review of report A/D 3/4
conditions of approval to eliminate adverse project
effects on significant, important, and unique
prehistoric resources, following appropriate CEQA
guidelines.
• Prepare a technical resources management report, PD C Review of report A/D 3/4
documenting the inventory, evaluation, and
proposed mitigation of resources within the project
area. Submit one copy of the completed report,with
original illustrations, to the San Bernardino County
Archaeological Information Center for permanent
archiving.
5of11
Mitigation Measures No.
Responsible . . of Verified Sanctions for
Implementing Action for Monitoring Frequency Verification Verification Date/initials Non-Compliance
Prior to issuance of grading permit, the developer shall PD B Review of report A/D 4
retain a qualified paleontologist archeologist to prepare
paleontological resources assessment. If any
paleontological resource(i.e. plant or animal fossils)are
encountered before or during grading,the developer will
retain a qualified paleontologist to monitor construction
activities, to take appropriate measures to protect or
preserve them for study. The paleontologist shall submit
a report of findings that will also provide specific
recommendations regarding further mitigation measures
(i.e., paleontological monitoring) that may be
appropriate. Where mitigation monitoring is appropriate,
the program must include, but not be limited to, the
following measures:
• Assign a paleontological monitor, trained and PD B Review of report A/D 4
equipped to allow the rapid removal of fossils with
minimal construction delay, to the site full-time
during the interval of earth-disturbing activities.
Should fossils be found within an area being cleared BO BSC Review of report A/D 4
or graded, divert earth-disturbing activities
elsewhere until the monitor has completed salvage.
If construction personnel make the discovery, the
grading contractor should immediately divert
construction and notify the monitor of the find.
• Prepare, identify,and curate all recovered fossils for PD D Review of report D 3
documentation in the summary report and transfer to
an appropriate depository (i.e., San Bernardino
County Museum).
• Submit summary report to City of Rancho PD D Review of report D 3
Cucamonga. Transfer collected specimens with a
copy to the report to San Bernardino County
Museum.
Geology and Soils
6of11
Mitigation Measures No. Responsible
Implementing Action for Monitoring Frequency Verification Verification Date/initials Non-Compliance
The site shall be treated with water or other BO C During A 4
soil-stabilizing agent (approved by SCAQMD and construction
RWQCB)daily to reduce PM,o emissions,in accordance
with SCAQMD Rule 403 or re-planted with drought
resistant landscaping as soon as possible.
Frontage public streets shall be swept according to a BO C During A 4
schedule established by the City to reduce PM,o construction
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 BO C During A 4
speeds exceed 25 mph to minimize PM,o emissions construction
from the site during such episodes.
Chemical soil-stabilizers (approved by SCAQMD and BO C During A 4
RWQCB) shall be applied to all inactive construction construction
areas that remain inactive for 96 hours or more to
reduce PM10 emissions.
Hydrology and Water Quality
Prior to issuance of grading permits,the permit applicant BO B/C/D Review of plans A/C 2/4
shall submit to Building Official for approval, Storm
Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) specifically
identifying Best Management Practices (BMPs) that
shall be used on-site to reduce pollutants during
construction activities entering the storm drain system to
the maximum extent practical.
7 of 11
Mitigation Measures No.
Responsible Monitoring Timing of Method of Verified Sanctions for
Implementing Action for Monitoring Frequency Verification Verification Date Anitials Non-Compliance
An Erosion Control Plan shall be prepared, included in BO B/C/D Review of plans A/C 2/4
the Grading Plan, and implemented for the proposed
project that identifies specific measures to control on-
site and off-site erosion from the time ground disturbing
activities are initiated through completion of grading.
This Erosion Control Plan shall include the following
measures at a minimum: a) Specify the timing of
grading and construction to minimize soil exposure to
rainy periods experienced in Southern California,and b)
An inspection and maintenance program shall be
included to ensure that any erosion which does occur
either on-site or off-site as a result of this project will be
corrected through a remediation or restoration program
within a specified time frame.
During construction, temporary berms such as BO B/C/D Review of plans A/C 2/4
sandbags or gravel dikes must be used to prevent
discharge of debris or sediment from the site when there
is rainfall or other runoff.
During construction, to remove pollutants, street BO B/C/D Review of plans A/C 2/4
cleaning will be performed prior to storm events and
after the use of water trucks to control dust in order to
prevent discharge of debris or sediment from the site.
Insert other specific BMPs from WQMP CE B/C/D Review of plans A/C 2/4
The developer shall implement the BMPs identified in CE B/C/D Review of plans A/C 2/4
the Water Quality Management Plan(WQMP)prepared
by Dan Guerra & Associates (April 12, 2006) to reduce
pollutants after construction entering the storm drain
system to the maximum extent practical.
8 of 11
Mitigation Measures No.
Responsible . . of Verified Sanctions for
Implementing Action for Monitoring Frequency Verification Verification Date/initials Non-Compliance
Landscaping plans shall include provisions for BO B/C/D Review of plans A/C 2/4
controlling and minimizing the use of
fertilizers/pesticides/herbicides. Landscaped areas shall
be monitored and maintained for at least two years to
ensure adequate coverage and stable growth. Plans for
these areas, including monitoring provisions for a
minimum of two years,shall be submitted to the City for
review and approval prior to the issuance of grading
permits.
Prior to issuance of building permits,the applicant shall CE B/C/D Review of plans A/C 2/4
submit to the City Engineer for approval of a Water
Quality Management Plan (WQMP), including a project
description and identifying Best Management Practices
(BMPs)that will be used on-site to reduce pollutants into
the storm drain system to the maximum extent
practicable. The W OMP shall identify the structural and
non-structural measures consistent with the Guidelines
for New Development and Redevelopment adopted by
the City of Rancho Cucamonga in June 2004.
Prior to issuance of grading or paving permits,applicant BO B/C/D Review of plans A/C 2/4
shall obtain a Notice of Intent (NOI) to comply with
obtaining coverage under the National Pollutant
Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) General
Construction Storm Water Permit from the State Water
Resources Control Board. Evidence that this has been
obtained (i.e., a copy of the Waste Discharger's
Identification Number) shall be submitted to the City
Building Official for coverage under the NPDES General
Construction Permit.
Noise
9of11
Mitigation Measures No. Responsible Monitoring Timing of
Method of Verified Sanctions for
Implementing Action for Monitoring Frequency Verification Verification Date/initials Non-Compliance
Prior to issuance of Building Permits,the applicant shall PD/BO B/ Review of plans C 2/3
submit to the Planning Director and Building Official for
review and approval, building plans that demonstrate
compliance with the noise attenuation recommendations
of the acoustical engineer as contained in the Acoustical
Analysis prepared by Gordon Bricken & Associates
(September 2006), and on file with the Planning
Department.
Construction or grading shall not take place between the BO C During A 4
hours of 8:00 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. on weekdays, construction
including Saturday, or at any time on Sunday or a
national holiday.
Construction or grading noise levels shall not exceed the BO C During A 4
standards specified in Development Code Section construction
17.02.120-D, as measured at the property line.
Developer shall hire a consultant to perform weekly
noise level monitoring as specified in Development
Code Section 17.02.120. Monitoring at other times may
be required by the Building Official. Said consultant
shall report their findings to the Building Official within 24
hours; however, if noise levels exceed the above
standards, then the consultant shall immediately notify
the Building Official. If noise levels exceed the above
standards,then construction activities shall be reduced
in intensity to a level of compliance with above noise
standards or halted.
The perimeter block wall shall be constructed as early PD C During A A
as possible in the first phase. construction
10 of 11
Mitigation Measures No./ Responsible Monitoring
g of Method of Verif led Sanctions for
ImplementingDate/initials Non-Compliance
Haul truck deliveries shall not take place between the POGO C During A 417
hours of 8:00 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. on weekdays, construction
including Saturday, or at any time on Sunday or a
national holiday. Additionally, if heavy trucks used for
hauling would exceed 100 daily trips (counting both to
and from the construction site),then the developer shall
prepare a noise mitigation plan denoting any
construction traffic haul routes. To the extent feasible,
the plan shall denote haul routes that do not pass
sensitive land uses or residential dwellings.
Key to Checklist Abbreviations
Responsible Person Monitoring Frequency Method of Verification Sanctions
CDD-Community Development Director or designee A-With Each New Development A-On-site Inspection 1 Withhold Recordation of Final Map
PD-Planning Director or designee B- 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 Deposit or Bonds
FC-Fire Chief or designee 6-Revoke CUP
7-Citation
i:\planning\final\ceqa\mmchkist-revl2-4-06final.doc
11 of 11
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT
STANDARD CONDITIONS
PROJECT#: DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2006-00540
SUBJECT: DEVELOPMENT REVIEW FOR SAN SEVAINE VILLAS - 225 WORKFORCE APARTMENTS
APPLICANT: PETE PITASSI FOR NORTHTOWN HOUSING CORPORATION
12.87 ACRE VACANT SITE LOCATED ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF FOOTHILL BOULEVARD IN
THE AREA BETWEEN THE ETIWANDA SAN SEVAINE FLOOD CONTROL CHANNEL ON
THE EAST, AND THE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON TRANSMISSION CORRIDOR ON
LOCATION: THE WEST. -APN' 0229-041-10
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. 07-46, 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, and the
Development Code regulations.
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.
1
Project No. DRC2006-00540
Completion Date
3. Occupancy of the facilities shall not commence until such time as all Uniform Building Code and
State Fire Marshal regulations have been complied with. Prior to occupancy, plans shall be
submitted to the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District and the Building and Safety
Department to show compliance. The buildings shall be inspected for compliance prior to
occupancy.
4. Revised site plans and building elevations incorporating all Conditions of Approval shall be
submitted for Planning Director 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. A detailed on-site lighting plan,including a photometric diagram,shall be reviewed and approved
by the Planning Director and Police Department (477-2800) prior to the issuance of building
permits. Such plan shall indicate style, illumination, location,height,and method of shielding so
as not to adversely affect adjacent properties.
8. If no centralized trash receptacles are provided,all trash pick-up shall be for individual units with
all receptacles shielded from public view.
9. 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.
10. All building numbers and individual units shall be identified in a clear and concise manner,
including proper illumination.
11. 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 Planning Director and City Engineer review and approval
prior to the issuance of building permits.
12. Block walls shall be constructed along the project perimeter as indicated on approved plans. 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.
13. Access gates to the site shall be constructed from a material more durable than wood gates.
Acceptable materials include, but are not limited to, wrought iron and PVC.
14. For residential development, recreation area/facility shall be provided as required by the
Development Code.
15. Where rock cobble is used, it shall be real river rock. Other stone veneers may be manufactured
products.
D. Building Design
1. All roof appurtenances, including air conditioners and other roof mounted equipment and/or
projections, shall be shielded from view and the sound buffered from adjacent properties and
streets as required by the Planning Department. Such screening shall be architecturally
integrated with the building design and constructed to the satisfaction of the Planning Director.
Details shall be included in building plans.
2
Project No. DRC2006-00540
Completion Date
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.
5. All units shall be provided with garage door openers if driveways are less than 18 feet in depth
from back of sidewalk.
6. Parking and/or storage of recreational vehicles on this site shall be prohibited.
7. 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.
F. Landscaping
1. A detailed landscape and irrigation plan, including slope planting,shall be prepared by a licensed
landscape architect and submitted for Planning Director review and approval prior to the issuance
of building permits.
2. Existing trees required to be preserved in place shall be protected with a construction barrier in
accordance with the Municipal Code Section 19.08.110,and so noted on the grading plans. The
location of those trees to be preserved in place and new locations for transplanted trees shall be
shown on the detailed landscape plans. The applicant shall follow all of the arborist's
recommendations regarding preservation, transplanting, and trimming methods.
3. A minimum of 45 trees per gross acre,comprised of the following sizes,shall be provided within
the project: 0%-48-inch box or larger, 10%-36-inch box or larger, 10%-24-inch box or larger,
80% - 15-gallon, and 0% - 5-gallon.
4. Within parking lots,trees shall be planted at a rate of one 15-gallon tree for every three parking
stalls.
5. 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.
6. 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.
7. For multi-family residential and non-residential development,property owners are responsible for
the continual maintenance of all landscaped areas on-site,as well as contiguous planted areas
within the public right-of-way. All landscaped areas shall be kept free from weeds and debris and
3
Project No. DRC2006-00540
Completion Date
maintained in healthy and thriving condition,and shall receive regular pruning,fertilizing,mowing,
and trimming. Any damaged,dead,diseased,or decaying plant material shall be replaced within
30 days from the date of damage.
8. 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.
9. 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.
10. All walls shall be provided with decorative treatment.
11. Landscaping and irrigation shall be designed to conserve water through the principles of
Xeriscape as defined in Chapter 19.16 of the Rancho Cucamonga Municipal Code.
G. Signs
1. The signs indicated on the submitted plans are conceptual only and not a part of this approval.
Any signs proposed for this development shall comply with the Sign Ordinance and shall require
separate application and approval by the Planning Department prior to installation of any signs.
2. Directory monument sign(s)shall be provided for apartment,condominium,or town homes prior
to occupancy and shall require separate application and approval by the Planning Department
prior to issuance of building permits.
H. Environmental
1. A final acoustical report shall be submitted for Planning Director review and approval prior to the
issuance of building permits. The final report shall discuss the level of interior noise attenuation
to below 45 CNEL, the building materials and construction techniques provided, and if
appropriate,verify the adequacy of the mitigation measures. The building plans will be checked
for conformance with the mitigation measures contained in the final report.
2. The applicant shall submit certification from an acoustical engineer that all recommendations of
the acoustical report were implemented in construction, including measurements of interior and
exterior noise levels to document compliance with City standards.Certification shall be submitted
to the Building & Safety Department prior to final occupancy release of the affected homes.
3. Mitigation measures are required for the project. The applicant is responsible for the cost of
implementing said measures, including monitoring and reporting. Applicant shall be required to
post cash, letter of credit, or other forms of guarantee acceptable to the Planning Director in the
amount of$474 prior to the issuance of building permits,guaranteeing satisfactory performance
and completion of all mitigation measures. These funds may be used by the City to retain
consultants and/or pay for City staff time to monitor and report on the mitigation measures.
Failure to complete all actions required by the approved environmental documents shall be
considered grounds for forfeit.
I. Other Agencies
1. The applicant shall contact the U.S. Postal Service to determine the appropriate type and location
of mailboxes. Multi-family residential developments shall provide a solid overhead structure for
mailboxes with adequate lighting. The final location of the mailboxes and the design of the
overhead structure shall be subject to Planning Director review and approval prior to the issuance
of building permits.
4
Project No.DRC2006-00540
Completion Date
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE BUILDING AND SAFETY DEPARTMENT, (909)477-2710,
FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
NOTE: ANY REVISIONS MAY VOID THESE REQUIREMENTS AND NECESSITATE ADDITIONAL REVIEW(S)
J. 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(DRC2007-00540)clearly identified on the outside of
all plans.
h. Separate permits are required for fencing and/or walls.
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.
K. 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(DRC2007-00540). 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.
3. The Building and Safety Official shall provide the street addresses 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.
5. Construct trash enclosure(s) per City Standard (available at the Planning Department's public
counter).
5
Project No.DRC2006-00540
Completion Date
6. Submit pool plans to the County of San Bernardino's Environmental Health Services Department
for approval.
L. New Structures
1. Provide compliance with the California Building Code (CBC) for property line clearances
considering use, area, and fire-resistive construction.
2. Provide compliance with the California Building Code for required occupancy separations.
3. Roofing material shall in installed per the manufacturer's "high wind" instructions.
4. Provide draft stops in attic areas, not to exceed 3,000 square feet, in accordance with CBC
Section 1505.
5. Provide draft stops in attics in line with common walls.
6. Exterior walls shall be constructed of the required fire rating in accordance with CBC Table 5-A
7. Openings in exterior walls shall be protected in accordance with CBC Table 5-A.
8. If the area of habitable space above the first floor exceeds 3,000 square feet, then the
construction type shall be V-1 Hour minimum.
9. Walls and floors separating dwelling units in the same building shall be not less then 1-hour
fire-resistive construction.
M. Grading
1. Grading of the subject property shall be in accordance with California Building Code,City Grading
Standards, and accepted grading practices. The final grading plan shall be in substantial
conformance with the approved grading plan.
2. A soils report shall be prepared by a qualified engineer licensed by the State of California to
perform such work.
3. A geological report shall be prepared by a qualified engineer or geologist and submitted at the
time of application for grading plan check.
4. The final grading, appropriate certifications and compaction reports shall be completed,
submitted, and approved by the Building and Safety Official prior to the issuance of building
permits.
5. A separate grading plan check submittal is required for all new construction projects and for
existing buildings where improvements being proposed will generate 50 cubic yards or more of
combined cut and fill. The grading plan shall be prepared, stamped, and signed by a California
registered Civil Engineer.
N. Additional Requirements/Comments
1. The project shall fully comply with accessibility requirements of 2001 California Building Code
Chapter 11A (Housing Accessibility).
6
Project No. DRC2006-00540
Completion Date
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT, (909) 477-2740, FOR
COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
O. Dedication and Vehicular Access
1. Dedication shall be made of the following rights-of-way on the perimeter streets(measured from
street centerline):
As needed total feet on Foothill Boulevard.
—/—
2. Easements for public sidewalks and/or street trees placed outside the public right-of-way shall be
dedicated to the City.
3. Additional street right-of-way shall be dedicated along right-turn lanes,to provide a minimum of 7
feet measured from the face of the curbs.
P. 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.
2. Construct the following perimeter street improvements including, but not limited to:
Curb& A.C. Side- I Drive Street Street Comm Median Bike
Street Name Gutter Pvmt walk Appr. Lights Trees Trail Island Trail Other
Foothill Boulevard I X IX I (C) l X X IX X (b)
Notes: (a) Median island includes landscaping and irrigation on meter. (b) Pavement
reconstruction and overlays will be determined during plan check. (c) If so marked, sidewalk
shall be curvilinear per Standard 114. (d) If so marked, an in-lieu of construction fee shall be
provided for this item. (e)All street improvements to be installed with reduced radius turnaround
per City Standard No. 13, modified to fit existing right-of-way. (f) Remove and replace sidewalk
as needed to join drive approach and terminate in reduced radius turnaround to the satisfaction
of the City Engineer.
3. Improvement Plans and Construction:
a. Street improvement plans, including street trees,street lights,and intersection safety lights
on future signal poles, and traffic signal plans shall be prepared by a registered Civil
Engineer and shall be submitted to and approved by the City Engineer. Security shall be
posted and an agreement executed to the satisfaction of the City Engineer and the City
Attorney guaranteeing completion of the public and/or private street improvements,prior to
final map approval or the issuance of building permits, whichever occurs first.
b. Prior to any work being performed in public right-of-way, fees shall be paid and a —/—/—
construction permit shall be obtained from the City Engineer's Office in addition to any
other permits required.
C. Pavement striping, marking,traffic signing,street name signing,traffic signal conduit,and _/—/—
interconnect conduit shall be installed to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
7
Project No.DRC2006-00540
Completion Date
d. Signal conduit with pull boxes shall be installed with any new construction or reconstruction
project along major or secondary streets and at intersections for future traffic signals and
interconnect wiring. Pull boxes shall be placed on both sides of the street at 3 feet outside
of BCR, ECR, or any other locations approved by the City Engineer
Notes:
1) Pull boxes shall be No.6 at intersections and No. 5 along streets,a maximum of 200
feet apart, unless otherwise specified by the City Engineer.
2) Conduit shall be 3-inch galvanized steel with pull rope or as specified.
e. Handicapped access ramps shall be installed on all corners of intersections per City
Standards or as directed by the City Engineer.
f. -Existing City roads requiring construction shall remain open to traffic at all times with
adequate detours during construction. Street or lane closure permits are required. A cash
deposit shall be provided to cover the cost of grading and paving,which shall be refunded
upon completion of the construction to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
g. Concentrated drainage flows shall not cross sidewalks. Under sidewalk drains shall be
installed to City Standards, except for single family residential lots.
h. Street trees,a minimum of 15-gallon size or larger,shall be installed per City Standards in
accordance with the City's street tree program.
i. Street names shall be approved by the City Planner prior to submittal for first plan check.
4. Street trees, a minimum of 15-gallon size or larger, shall be installed per City Standards in
accordance with the City's street tree program.
5. Install street trees per City street tree design guidelines and standards as follows. The completed
legend (box below) and construction notes shall appear on the title page of the street
improvement plans. Street improvement plans shall include a line item within the construction
legend stating: "Street trees shall be installed per the notes and legend on sheet_(typically
sheet 1)." Where public landscape plans are required, tree installation in those areas shall be
per the public landscape improvement plans.
The City Engineer reserves the right to adjust tree species based upon field conditions and other
variables. For additional information, contact the Project Engineer..
Min.
Grow
Street Name Botanical Name Common Name Space Spacing Size arty.
FOOTHILL BOULEVARD
Activity Center Lagerstroemia indica Crape Myrtle Hybrid- 3 ft. 15 ft o.c. 24-inch Fill-in
"Muskogee" Lavender Triangular box
spacing -
FOOTHILL BOULEVARD
Non-Activity Centers- Prunus blireiana NCN 3 ft. 20 ft.o.c. 15-gal. Fill-in
Accent Tree Informal
groupings
not more
than 25
of total
frontage
trees
Non-Activity Centers Platanus racemosa California Sycamore 8 ft. 35 ft.o.c. 15-gal. Fill-in
Informal
groupings
Provide Street Name Select appropriate tree from the approved street tree list for Rancho Cucamonga. Fill-in
List each street as a separate line within this legend.
8
Project No. DRC2006-00540
Completion Date
Construction Notes for Street Trees:
1) All street trees are to be planted in accordance with City standard plans.
2) Prior to the commencement of any planting,an agronomic soils report shall be furnished to
the City inspector. Any unusual toxicities or nutrient deficiencies may require backfill soil
amendments, as determined by the City inspector.
3) All street trees are subject to inspection and acceptance by the Engineering Department.
4) Street trees are to be planted per public improvement plans only.
6. Intersection line-of-sight designs shall be reviewed by the City Engineer for conformance with
adopted policy. On collector or larger streets, lines-of-sight shall be plotted for all project
intersections, including driveways. Local residential street intersections and commercial or
industrial driveways may have lines-of-sight plotted as required.
Q. Public Maintenance Areas
1. A separate set of landscape and irrigation plans per Engineering Public Works Standards shall
be submitted to the City Engineer for review and approval prior to final map approval or issuance
of building permits, whichever occurs first. The following landscaped parkways, medians,
paseos, easements, trails or other areas shall be annexed into the Landscape Maintenance
District: Foothill Boulevard median island.
2. A signed consent and waiver form to join and/or form the appropriate Landscape and Lighting
Districts shall be filed with the City Engineer prior to final map approval or issuance of building
permits whichever occurs first. Formation costs shall be borne by the developer.
3. All required public landscaping and irrigation systems shall be continuously maintained by the
developer until accepted by the City.
R. Drainage and Flood Control
1. It shall be the developer's responsibility to have the current FIRM Zone AE designation removed _/_/_
from the project area. The developer shall provide drainage and/or flood protection facilities
sufficient to obtain an unshaded "X' designation. The developer's engineer shall prepare all
necessary reports, plans, and hydrologic/hydraulic calculations. A Conditional Letter of Map
Revision (CLOMR) shall be obtained from FEMA prior to final map approval or issuance of
building permits, whichever occurs first. A Letter of Map Revision (LOMB) shall be issued by
FEMA prior to occupancy or improvement acceptance, whichever occurs first.
2. A final drainage study shall be submitted to and approved by the City Engineer prior to final map
approval or the issuance of building permits, whichever occurs first. All drainage facilities shall
be installed as required by the City Engineer.
3. Adequate provisions shall be made for acceptance and disposal of surface drainage entering the
property from adjacent areas.
4. Permits from the San Bernardino County Flood Control District and Southern California Edison
are required to work within their right-of-way.
5. Trees are prohibited within 5 feet of the outside diameter of any public storm drain pipe measured
from the outer edge of a mature tree trunks.
S. Utilities
1. Provide separate utility services to each parcel including sanitary sewerage system,water, gas,
electric power, telephone, and cable TV (all underground) in accordance with the Utility
Standards. Easements shall be provided as required.
9
Project No.DRC2006-00540
Completion Date
2. The developer shall be responsible for the relocation of existing utilities as necessary.
3. Water and sewer plans shall be designed and constructed to meet the requirements of the
Cucamonga Valley Water District(CVW D), Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District,and the
Environmental Health Department of the County of San Bernardino. A letter of compliance from
the CVW D is required prior to final map approval,or issuance of permits,whichever occurs first.
Such letter must have been issued by the water district within 90 days prior to final map approval
in the case of subdivision or prior to the issuance of permits in the case of all other residential
projects.
4. Approvals have not been secured from all utilities and other interested agencies involved.
Approval of the final parcel map will be subject to any requirements that may be received from
them.
T. General Requirements and Approvals
1. Etiwanda/San Sevaine Area Regional Mainline,Secondary Regional,and Master Plan Drainage
Fees shall be paid prior to building permit issuance.
2. A non-refundable deposit shall be paid to the City,covering the estimated operating costs for all
new streetlights for the first six months of operation,prior to final map approval or prior to building
permit issuance if no map is involved.
3. 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:
U. Security Lighting
1. All parking, common, and storage areas shall have minimum maintained 1-foot candle power.
These areas should be lighted from sunset to sunrise and on photo sensored cell.
2. All buildings shall have minimal security lighting to eliminate dark areas around the buildings,with
direct lighting to be provided by all entryways. Lighting shall be consistent around the entire
development.
3. Lighting in exterior areas shall be in vandal-resistant fixtures. Provide catalog cuts of the
proposed exterior light fixtures for City Planner review and approval.
V. 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.
W. Security Fencing
1. All residential communities with security fencing and gates will provide the police with a keypad
access and a unique code.The initial code is to be submitted to the Police Crime Prevention Unit
10
Project No. DRC2006-00540
Completion Date
along with plans. If this code is changed due to a change in personnel or for any other reason,
the new code must be supplied to the Police via the 24-hour dispatch center at(909)941-1488 or
by contacting the Crime Prevention Unit at (909) 477-2800 extension 2474 or extension 2475.
X. 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.
Y. Building Numbering
1. Numbers and the backgrounds shall be of contrasting color and shall be reflective for nighttime
visibility.
2. At the entrances of commercial or residential complexes, an illuminated map or directory of
project shall be erected with vandal-resistant cover. North shall be at the top and so indicated.
Sign shall be in compliance with Sign Ordinance, including an application for a Sign Permit and
approval by the Planning Department.
3. All developments shall submit an 8 1/2"x 11"sheet with the numbering pattern of all multi-tenant
developments to the Police Department.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE FIRE SAFETY DEPARTMENT, FIRE PROTECTION
PLANNING SERVICES AT, (909) 477-2770, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING
CONDITIONS:
SEE ATTACHED
17
Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District
Fire Construction Services
STANDARD CONDITIONS
January 18, 2007
Pitassi Architects/Affordable Housing Project
13233 Foothill Boulevard
Multi-Family
DRC2006-00540
THE FOLLOWING STANDARD CONDITIONS APPLY TO THIS PROJECT.
The RCFPD Procedures & Standards which are referenced in this document can be access on the web
at http://www.ci.rancho-cucamonga.ca.us/fire/index.htm under the Fire Safety Division & Fire
Construction Services section. Search by article; the preceding number of the standard refers to the
article. Chose the appropriate article number then a drop down menu will appear, select the
corresponding standard.
FSC-1 Public and Private Water Supply
1. Design guidelines for The Fire Protection water supply must be in accordance to RCFPD Standard
9-8: The following provides design guidelines for the spacing and location of fire hydrants:
a. The maximum distance between fire hydrants in multi-family residential projects is 400-feet.
No portion of the exterior wall shall be located 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 residential project from the public roadways.
ii. At intersections.
iii. On the right side of the street, whenever practical and possible.
iv. As required by the Fire Safety Division to meet operational needs of the Fire District.
V. A minimum of forty-feet (40') from any building.
C. If any portion of a facility or building is located more than 150-feet from a public fire hydrant
measured on an approved route around the exterior of the facility or building, additional
private or public fire hydrants and mains capable of supplying the required fire flow shall be
provided.
d. Provide one fire hydrant for each 1000 gpm of required fire flow or fraction thereof.
FSC-2 Fire Flow
1. The required minimum fire flow for this project, when automatic fire sprinklers are installed is 1500
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 in
accordance with NFPA 13 or 13R with central station monitoring. This requirement is made in
accordance with the California Fire Code Appendix III-A, as adopted by the Fire District
Ordinances.
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 Protection water 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 protection water 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 in accordance to RCFPD Standard #9-8 must
be obtained prior to submitting the overhead fire sprinkler system plans.
FSC-4 Requirements 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. Multifamily structures greater than 7,500 square feet.
2. Multi-family residential structures in excess of 4 units.
3. All structures that do not meet Fire District access requirements (see Fire Access).
4. When required fire flow cannot be provided due to inadequate volume or pressure.
5. When the building access does not meet the requirements of the 2001 California Building Code
and the RCFPD Fire Department Access - Fire Lane Standard #9-7.
6. When any applicable code or standard requires the structure to be sprinklered.
FSC-5 Fire Alarm System
1. RCFPD Ordinance 15, based on use or floor area (or by other adopted codes or standards)
requires an automatic and/or manual fire alarm system. Refer to RCFPD Ordinances 15 and 39,
the California Building Code, RCFPD Fire Alarm Standard #10-6 and/or the California Fire Code.
2
2. Prior to the installation of the fire alarm system, Fire Construction Services' approval and a building
permit must be obtained. Plans and specifications shall be submitted to Fire Construction Services
in accordance with RCFPD Fire Alarm Standard #10-6.
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. Location of Access: All portions of the structures is` story exterior wall shall be located within
150-feet of Fire District vehicle access, measure on an approved route around the exterior of the
building. Landscaped areas, unpaved changes in elevation, gates and fences are deemed
obstructions.
2. Specifications for private Fire District access roadways per the RCFPD Standards are:
a. The minimum unobstructed width is 26-feet.
b. The maximum inside turn radius shall be 20-feet.
c. The minimum outside turn radius shall be 46-feet.
d. The minimum radius for cul-de-sacs is 45-feet.
e. The minimum vertical clearance is 14-feet, 6-inches.
f. At any private entry median, the minimum width of traffic lanes shall be 20-feet on each side.
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).
j. Trees and shrubs planted adjacent to the fire lane shall be kept trimmed to a minimum of 14-
feet, 6-inches from the ground up. Vegetation shall not be allowed to obstruct Fire
Department apparatus.
3. Access Doorways: Approved doorways, accessible without the use of a ladder, shall be provided
in accordance with the 2001 California Building Code, Fire and/or any other applicable standards.
4. Access Walkways: Hardscaped access walkways shall be provided from the fire apparatus
access road to all required building exterior openings.
5. 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. Prior to the fabrication ana installation of the gates, plans are required to be submitted to Fire
Construction Services (FCS) for approval. Upon the completion of the installation and before
placing the gates in service, inspection and final acceptance must be requested from FCS.
b. Gates must slide open horizontally or swing inward.
3
C. Gates may be motorized or manual.
d. When fully open, the minimum clearance dimension of drive access shall be 20 feet.
e. Manual gates must be equipped with a RCFPD lock available at the Fire Safety Office for
$20.00.
f. Motorized gates must open at the rate of one-foot per second.
g. The motorized gate actuation mechanism must be equipped with a manual override device
and a fail-safe or battery backup feature to open the gate or release the locking Mechanism in
case of power failure or mechanical malfunction.
h. Motorized gates shall be equipped with a Knox override key switch. The switch must be
installed outside the gate in a visible and unobstructed location.
i. For motorized gates, a traffic loop device must be installed to allow exiting from the complex.
If traffic pre-emption devices (TPD) are to be installed, the device, location and operation
must be approved by the Fire Chief prior to installation. Bi-directional or multiple sensors may
be required due to complexity of the various entry configurations.
6. 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.
7. 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.
8. Roof Access: There shall be a means of fire department access from the exterior walls of the
buildings on to the roofs of all commercial, industrial and multi-family residential structures with
roofs less than 75' above the level of the fire access road.
a. This access must be reachable by either fire department ground ladders or by an aerial
ladder.
b. A minimum of one ladder point with a fixed ladder shall be provided in buildings with
construction features, or high parapets that inhibit roof access.
C. The number of ladder points may be required to be increased, depending on the building size
and configuration.
d. Regardless of the parapet height or construction features the approved ladder point shall be
identified in accordance to the roof access standard.
e. Where the entire roof access is restricted by high parapet walls or other obstructions, a
permanently mounted access ladder is required.
f. Multiple access ladders may be required for larger buildings.
g. Ladder construction must be in accordance with the RCFPD Roof Access Standard 9-9
Appendix A and drawings 9-9a and 9-9b.
h. A site plan showing the locations of the roof ladder shall be submitted during plan check.
4
i. Ladder points shall face a fire access roadway(s).
FSC-10 Occupancy and Hazard Control Permits
Listed are those Fire Code permits commonly associated with the business operations and/or building
construction. Plan check submittal is required with the permit application for approval of the permit; field
inspection is required prior to permit issuance. 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.
Battery Systems
• Candles and open flames in public assemblies
• Compressed Gases
• Public Assembly
• Flammable and Combustible Liquids
• Spraying or Dipping Operations
• Hazardous Materials
• Tents, Canopies and/or Air Supported Structures
• Liquefied Petroleum Gases
• LPG or Gas Fuel Vehicles in Assembly Buildings
FSC-12 Hazardous Materials- Submittal to Fire Construction Services
Plans shall be submitted and approved prior to construction of buildings and/or the installation of
equipment designed to store, use or dispense hazardous materials in accordance with the 2001
California Building, Fire, Mechanical, Plumbing, Electrical Codes, RCFPD Ordinances FD15 and FD39
and other implemented and/or adopted standards.
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.
FCS-14 Map Recordation
1. RECIPROCAL AGREEMENTS for Fire Department Emergency Access and Water Supply are
required on this project. The project appears to be located on a property that is being subdivided.
The reciprocal agreement is required to be recorded between property owners and the Fire District.
The recorded agreement shall include a copy of the site plan. The Fire Construction Services shall
approve the agreement, prior to recordation. The agreement shall be recorded with the County of
San Bernardino, Recorders Office.
Reciprocal access agreement — Please provide a permanent access agreement between the
owners granting irrevocable and a non-exclusive easement, favoring the Fire District to gain access
to the subject property. The agreement shall include a statement that no obstruction, gate, fence,
building or other structure shall be placed within the dedicated access, without Fire Department
approval. The agreement shall have provisions for emergency situations and the assessing of cost
recovery to the property by the fire District.
5
Reciprocal water covenant — Please provide a permanent maintenance and service covenant
between the owners granting an irrevocable and non-exclusive easement, favoring the Fire District
for the purpose of accessing and maintaining the private water mains, valves and fire hydrants (fire
protection systems facilities in general). The covenant shall have provisions for emergency
situations and the assessing of cost recovery to the property by the fire District.
FCS-15 Annexation of the parcel map: Annexation of the parcel map into the Community Facilities
District #85-1 or#88-1 is required prior to the issuance of grading or building permits.
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. Construction Access: The access roads must be paved in accordance with all the requirements
of the RCFPD Fire Lane Standard #9-7. All temporary utilities over access roads must be installed
at least 14' 6" above the finished surface of the road.
4. Fire Flow: A current fire flow letter from CCWD must be received. The applicant is responsible for
obtaining the fire flow information from CCWD and submitting the letter to Fire Construction
Services.
5. 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".
6
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
hiringthe 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.
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.
9. 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.
10. 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.
11. Address: Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, commercial/industrial and multi-
family buildings 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. Larger address numbers will be
required on buildings located on wide streets or built with large setbacks in multi-tenant commercial
and industrial buildings. The suite designation numbers and/or letters shall be provided on the front
and back of all suites.
7
12. Fuel Modification: Please refer to RCFPD Summary of Fire Hazardous Area requirements.
13. 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.
14. 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.
15. Mapping Site Plan: Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, a 8 '/2" x 11" or 11" x 17
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.
8