HomeMy WebLinkAbout10-02 - Resolutions RESOLUTION NO. 10-02
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DEVELOPMENT
REVIEW DRC2009-00413 FOR A 3,982 SQUARE FOOT RETAIL BANK
WITH A DRIVE-THRU AT AN EXISTING MASTER-PLANNED PROJECT
WITHIN THE GENERAL COMMERCIAL DISTRICT, LOCATED AT 12035
FOOTHILL BOULEVARD; AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT
THEREOF —APN: 0229-023-05.
A. Recitals.
1. Yvonne Buan with Stantec Consulting on behalf of Comerica Bank filed an application for
the approval of Development Review DRC2009-00413, as described in the title of this Resolution.
Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Development Review request is referred to as "the
application."
2. On the 13th day of January 2010, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho
Cucamonga conducted a meeting on the application and concluded said meeting on that date.
3. All legal prerequisites prior to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred.
B. Resolution.
NOW, THEREFORE, it is hereby found, determined,and resolved bythe Planning Commission
of the City of Rancho Cucamonga as follows:
1. This Commission hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals, Part
A, of this Resolution are true and correct.
2. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the
above-referenced meeting on January 13, 2010, including written and oral staff reports, this
Commission hereby specifically finds as follows:
a. The application applies to property located at 12035 Foothill Boulevard with a street
frontage of 106 feet and lot depth of 273 feet and is presently improved with a parking lot and lighting;
and
b. The property to the north of the subject site across Foothill Boulevard is Victoria
Promenade, the property to the south consists of a vacant lot, the property to the east is a nursery
within the Edison Power Line Corridor, and the property to the west across Rochester Avenue is Masi
Plaza; and
C. The project, together with the recommended Conditions of Approval, complies with
all minimum Development Standards for the City of Rancho Cucamonga; and
d. The project incorporates a blend of architectural design and site planning that gives
character with compatibility through the use of like building materials and plant pallet.
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3. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the
above-referenced meeting and upon the specific findings of facts set forth in Paragraphs 1 and 2
above, this Commission hereby finds and concludes as follows:
a. The proposed project is consistent with the objectives of the General Plan because it
provides another use within the commercial center that creates a wide range of community-oriented
and regionally-oriented businesses; and
b. The proposed use is in accord with the objectives of the Development Code and the
purposes of the district in which the site is located because the project is compatible with the existing
center by providing a financial-bank use; an acceptable business use for this Commercial center;and
C. The proposed use is in compliance with each of the applicable provisions of the
Development Code because the project complies with established designed standards of the
Development Code such as setback, landscaping of compatible building materials and design,
parking requirements; and
d. The proposed use, together with the conditions applicable thereto, will not be
detrimental to the public health, safety,welfare, or materially injurious to properties or improvements
in the vicinity because the project has been designed with the complete center in mind and will
complement the rest of the center with complementary building materials.
4. Based upon the facts and information contained in the application,together with all written
and oral reports included for the environmental assessment for the application, the Planning
Commission finds that no subsequent or supplemental environmental document is required pursuant
to the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA)in connection with the review and approval of this
application based upon the following findings and determinations:
a. Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the City's local
CEQA Guidelines, the City adopted a Mitigated Negative Declaration on January 24, 2007, in
connection with the City's approval of Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM17818. Pursuant to CEQA
Guidelines Section 15162, no subsequent or supplemental EIR or Negative Declaration is required in
connection with subsequent discretionary approvals of the same project unless: (i) substantial
changes are proposed to the project that indicate new or more severe impacts on the environment;
(ii) substantial changes have occurred in the circumstances under which the project was previously
reviewed that indicates new or more severe environmental impacts; or(iii)new important information
shows the project will have new or more severe impacts than previously considered; or(iv)additional
mitigation measures are now feasible to reduce impacts or different mitigation measures can be
imposed to substantially reduce impacts.
b. The Planning Commission finds, in connection with Design Review Application
DRC2009-00413,that substantial change to the project or the circumstances surrounding the project
have not occurred, which would create new or more severe impacts than those evaluated in the
previous Mitigated Negative Declaration. The original submittal considered impacts associated with a
commercial bank with a drive-thru and the current proposal is for that type of use. The current
footprint for this commercial bank is smaller than the previously analyzed footprint of 4,500 square
feet. Staff further finds that the project will not have one or more significant effects not discussed in
the previous Mitigated Negative Declaration, not have more severe effects than previously analyzed,
and that additional or different mitigation measures are not required to reduce the impacts of the
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project to a level of less-than-significant. The original analysis took into consideration a larger bank
and the new bank is smaller, thus creating less of an impact on the site.
C. Based on these findings and all evidence in the record, the Planning Commission
concurs with the staffs determination that no additional environmental review is required pursuant to
CEQA in connection with the City's consideration of Design Review Application DRC2009-00413.
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) Approval is for the construction of a 3,982 square foot retail bank within
an existing retail center, located at 12035 Foothill Boulevard.
2) No exterior changes to the design of the project, including exterior
materials, shall be permitted without prior City review and approval.
3) All applicable Conditions of Approval for Tentative Tract Map
SUBTPM17818 and Conditional Use Permit DRC2005-01084 shall
apply.
4) Any stone veneers used on the project(e.g., buildings, perimeter walls,
pilasters, etc.), shall be installed in a manner that does not give the
appearance of a tack-on-element. All stone veneers shall be applied
and/or extended so that the material terminates at an appropriate point
on the structure.
Engineering Department
1) Prior to the issuance of building permits,a Diversion Deposit and related
administrative fees shall be paid for the Construction and Demolition
Diversion Program. The deposit is fully refundable if at least 50 percent
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 the Building and Safety
Department. Form CD-2 shall be submitted to the Engineering
Department within 60 days following the completion of the construction
and/or demolition project.
2) The following impact fees shall be paid upon issuance of building permit,
in conformance with the CFD 2003-01 financing agreement. Fees are
subject to change annually.
a. Transportation Fees, excluding $ 5,585.00 per 1000 sf
Backbone and EV Preemption Less 70.7 percent
b. General City Drainage Fees Exempt
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Grading
1) If more than 5,000 square feet of combined asphalt concrete and PCC
parking and driveway surface area are removed, a Water Quality
Management Plan (WQMP)will be required for this project. Contact the
Building and Safety Department for additional direction/information.
2) This project is part of a larger development. The applicant shall submit
a copy of the approved Water Quality Management Plan for review with
the Grading and Drainage Plans prior to issuance of a grading permit.
3) A portion of the existing fire service water main is in conflict with the
proposed retaining wall. A plan shall be submitted to Fire Construction
Services in Building and Safety showing how the existing fire service
water main shall be relocated to the satisfaction of the Fire Official prior
to issuance of a grading permit. This relocation plan shall be approved
by Fire Construction Services prior to the issuance of a grading permit.
4) The applicant shall comply with the City of Rancho Cucamonga Dust
Control Measures and place a dust control sign on the project site prior
to the issuance of a grading permit.
5) A drainage study showing a 100-year,AMC 3 design storm event for on-
site drainage shall be prepared and submitted to the Building and Safety
Official for review and approval for on-site storm water drainage prior to
issuance of a grading permit. All reports shall be wet signed and sealed
by the Engineer of Record. In-lieu of this requirement a copy of the
approved drainage study for the overall project may be submitted as
reference.
6) The Final Grading and Drainage Plan shall show the accessibility path
from the public right-of-way and the accessibility parking stalls to the
building doors in conformance with the current adopted California
Building Code. All accessibility ramps shall show sufficient detail
including gradients, elevations and dimensions, and comply with the
current adopted California Building Code.
7) The Grading and Drainage Plan shall Implement City Standards for
on-site construction where possible, and provide details for all work not
covered by City Standard Drawings.
8) All slopes shall be a minimum 2-foot offset from the public right-of-way
or adjacent private property.
9) Private sewer, water and storm drain improvements will be designed per
the current adopted California Plumbing Code.
10) The maximum parking stall gradient is 5 percent. Accessibility parking
stall grades shall be constructed per the current adopted California
Building Code.
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11) Roof storm water is not permitted to flow over the public parkway and
shall be directed to an under parkway culvert per City of Rancho
Cucamonga requirements prior to issuance of a grading permit.
12) The final Grading and Drainage Plan shall show existing topography a
minimum of 100-feet beyond project boundary.
13) The applicant shall provide a grading agreement and grading bond for
all cut and fill combined exceeding 5,000 cubic yards priorto issuance of
a grading permit. The grading agreement and bond shall be approved
by the Building and Safety Official.
14) The precise Grading and Drainage Plan shall follow the format provided
in the City of Rancho Cucamonga handout "Information for Grading
Plans and Permit."
6. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 13TH DAY OF JANUARY 2010.
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
BY: -
Richard B. Fletcher, Chairman
ATTEST:
Ja s R. Troyer, AICP, Sec tary
I, James R. Troyer,AICP, Secretary of the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga,
do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly and regularly introduced, passed, and
adopted by the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, at a regular meeting of the
Planning Commission held on the 13th day of January 2010, by the following vote-to-wit:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS: FLETCHER, HOWDYSHELL, MUNOZ, WIMBERLY
NOES: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT
STANDARD CONDITIONS
PROJECT#: DRC2009-00413
SUBJECT: DEVELOPMENT REVIEW
APPLICANT: STANTEC CONSULTING — COMERICA BANK
LOCATION: 12035 FOOTHILL BOULEVARD
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. DRC2009-00413,
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.
3. The applicant shall be required to pay any applicable Fish and Game fees as shown below. The
project planner will confirm which fees apply to this project. All checks are to be made payable to
the Clerk of the Board Supervisors and submitted to the Planning Commission Secretary prior to
the Planning Commission or Planning Director hearing:
a) Notice of Exemption -$50 X
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B. Time Limits
1. Conditional Use Permit,Variance,or DevelopmentIDesign Review approval shall expire if building _/_/_
permits are not issued or approved use has not commenced within 5 years from the date o
approval. No extensions are allowed.
C. Site Development
1. The site shall be developed and maintained in accordance with the approved plans which includ
site plans, architectural elevations, exterior materials and colors, landscaping,sign program,an
grading on file in the Planning Department,the conditions contained herein,and the Developmen
Code regulations.
2. Prior to any use of the project site or business activity being commenced thereon,all Conditions o
Approval shall be completed to the satisfaction of the Planning Director.
3. Occupancy of the facilities shall not commence until such time as all Uniform Building Code an
State Fire Marshal regulations have been complied with. Prior to occupancy, plans shall b
submitted to the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District and the Building and Safet
Department to show compliance. The buildings shall be inspected for compliance prior t
occupancy.
4. All site, grading, landscape, irrigation, and street improvement plans shall be coordinated for
consistency prior to issuance of any permits (such as grading, tree removal, encroachment
building, etc.) or prior to final map approval in the case of a custom lot subdivision, or approve
use has commenced, whichever comes first.
5. Approval of this request shall not waive compliance with all sections of the Development Code,al
other applicable City Ordinances,and applicable Community or Specific Plans in effect at the tim
of building permit issuance.
6. A detailed on-site lighting plan, including a photometric diagram, shall be reviewed and approve
by the Planning Director and Police Department (477-2800) prior to the issuance of buildin
permits. Such plan shall indicate style, illumination,location, height,and method of shielding so a
not to adversely affect adjacent properties.
7. All ground-mounted utility appurtenances such as transformers, AC condensers, etc., shall b
located out of public view and adequately screened through the use of a combination of concret
or masonry walls, berming, and/or landscaping to the satisfaction of the Planning Director. Fo
single-family residential developments, transformers shall be placed in underground vaults.
8. All building numbers and individual units shall be identified in a clear and concise manner
including proper illumination.
D. Shopping Centers
1. Graffiti shall be removed within 72 hours.
2. The entire site shall be kept free from trash and debris at all times and in no event shall trash an
debris remain for more than 24 hours.
3. All operations and businesses shall be conducted to comply with the following standards whit
shall be incorporated into the lease agreements for all tenants:
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a. Noise Level - All commercial activities shall not create any noise that would exceed an
exterior noise level of 60 d6 during the hours of 10 p.m. until 7 a.m. and 65 dB during the
hours of 7 a.m. until 10 p.m.
b. Loading and Unloading-No person shall cause the loading, unloading,opening,closing,or
other handling of boxes, crates, containers, building materials, garbage cans, or other
similar objects between the hours of 10 p.m.and 7 a.m.unless otherwise specified herein,
in a manner which would cause a noise disturbance to a residential area.
4. The lighting fixture design shall compliment the architectural program. It shall include the plaza
area lighting fixtures, building lighting fixtures (exterior), and parking lot lighting fixtures.
E. Building Design
1. All roof appurtenances, including air conditioners and other roof mounted equipment and/or
projections shall be screened from all sides and the sound shall be 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. Any roof-mounted mechanical equipment and/or ductwork, that projects
vertically more than 18 inches above the roof or roof parapet, shall be screened by an
architecturally designed enclosure which exhibits a permanent nature with the building design
and is detailed consistent with the building. Any roof-mounted mechanical equipment and/or
ductwork, that projects vertically less than 18 inches above the roof or roof parapet shall be
painted consistent with the color scheme of the building. Details shall be included in building
plans.
F. 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 spaces shall be double striped per City standards and all driveway aisles, entrances,
and exits shall be striped per City standards.
G. Landscaping
1. A detailed landscape and irrigation plan, including slope planting and model home landscaping in
the case of residential development, shall be prepared by a licensed landscape architect and
submitted for Planning Director review and approval prior to the issuance of building permits or
prior final map approval in the case of a custom lot subdivision.
2. A minimum of 20% of trees planted within industrial projects, and a minimum of 30% within _/_/_
commercial and office projects, shall be specimen size trees -24-inch box or larger.
3. Within parking lots, trees shall be planted at a rate of one 15-gallon tree for every three parking _/_/_
stalls.
4. Trees shall be planted in areas of public view adjacent to and along structures at a rate of one
tree per 30 linear feet of building.
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.
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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. 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.
H. 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.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE BUILDING AND SAFETY DEPARTMENT, (909)477-2710,
FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
NOTE: ANY REVISIONS MAY VOID THESE REQUIREMENTS AND NECESSITATE ADDITIONAL REVIEW(S)
I. General Requirements
1. Submit five complete sets of plans including the following:
a. Site/Plot Plan;
b. Foundation Plan;
C. Floor Plan;
d. Ceiling and Roof Framing Plan;
e. Electrical Plans (2 sets, detached)including the size of the main switch, number and size
of service entrance conductors, panel schedules, and single line diagrams;
f. Plumbing and Sewer Plans, including isometrics, underground diagrams,water and waste
diagram, sewer or septic system location, fixture units, gas piping, and heating and air
conditioning; and
g. Planning Department Project Number (i.e., DRC2009-00413) clearly identified on the
outside of all plans.
2. Submit two sets of structural calculations, energy conservation calculations, and a soils report.
Architect's/Engineer's stamp and "wet" signature are required prior to plan check submittal.
3. Contractors must show proof of State and City licenses and Workers'Compensation coverage to
the City prior to permit issuance.
4. Separate permits are required for fencing and/or walls.
5. Business shall not open for operation prior to posting the Certificate of Occupancy issued by the
Building and Safety Department.
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J. Site Development
1. Plans shall be submitted for plan check and approved prior to construction. All plans shall be
marked with the project file number(i.e., DRC2009-00413). The applicant shall comply with the
latest adopted California Codes, and all other applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations in
effect at the time of permit application. Contact the Building and Safety Department for
availability of the Code Adoption Ordinance and applicable handouts.
2. Prior to issuance of building permits for a new commercial or industrial development 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 permits issuance.
3. Construction activity shall not occur between the hours of 8:00 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. Monday
through Saturday, with no construction on Sunday or holidays.
4. Construct trash enclosure(s) per City Standard (available at the Planning Department's public
counter).
K. New Structures
1. Provide compliance with the California Building Code (CBC) for property line clearances
considering use, area, and fire-resistiveness.
2. Provide compliance with the California Building Code for required occupancy separations.
3. Provide draft stops in attics in line with common walls.
4. Exterior walls shall be constructed of the required fire rating in accordance with CBC Table 5-A
5. Openings in exterior walls shall be protected in accordance with CBC Table 5-A.
L. Existing Structures
1. Upon tenant improvement plan check submittal, additional requirements may be required.
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 plan, appropriate certifications and compaction reports shall be completed,
submitted, and approved by the Building and Safety Official prior to the issuance of building
perm its.
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5. A separate grading plan check submittal is required for all new construction projects and for
existing buildings where improvements being proposed will generate 50 cubic yards or more of
combined cut and fill. The grading plan shall be prepared, stamped, and signed by a California
registered Civil Engineer.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE POLICE DEPARTMENT, (909) 477-2800, FOR
COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
N. 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.
O. Windows
1. Storefront windows shall be visible to passing pedestrians and traffic.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE FIRE SAFETY DEPARTMENT, FIRE PROTECTION
PLANNING SERVICES AT, (909) 477-2770, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING
CONDITIONS:
SEE ATTACHED
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Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District
Fire Construction Services
STANDARD CONDITIONS
October 15, 2009
Comerica Bank
CUP
12035 Foothill Blvd.
DRC2009-00413
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
htto://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 Fire Hydrants: The following provides design guidelines for the spacing and
location of fire hydrants:
a. The maximum distance between fire hydrants in commercial/industrial projects is 300-feet. No
portion of the exterior wall shall be located more than 150-feet from an approved fire hydrant.
For cul-de-sacs, the distance shall not exceed 100-feet.
b. The preferred locations for fire hydrants are:
I. At the entrance(s) to a commercial, industrial or residential project from the public
roadways.
2. At intersections.
3. On the right side of the street, whenever practical and possible.
4. As required by the Fire Safety Division to meet operational needs of the Fire District.
5. 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 can be
reduced by 50-percent. This requirement is made in accordance with the California Fire Code
Appendix, as adopted by the Fire District Ordinances.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. On all site plans to be submitted for review, show all fire hydrants located within 600-feet of the
proposed project site.
FSC-3 Prerequisite for submittal of Overhead Automatic Fire Sprinkler Systems
1. Prior to submitting plans for an overhead automatic fire sprinkler system, the applicant shall submit
plans, specifications and calculations for the fire sprinkler system underground supply piping.
Approval of the underground supply piping system must be obtained prior to submitting the overhead
fire sprinkler system plans.
FSC-4 Requirements for Automatic Fire Sprinkler Systems
The installation of egress control devices will require the installation of automatic fire sprinklers.
FSC-5 Fire Alarm System & Sprinkler Monitoring
The installation of egress control devices will require the installation of complete Smoke Detection Fire
Alarm
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 Roadways
Standard.
1. Location of Access: All portions of the structures 1" 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 24-feet.
c. The minimum outside tum radius shall be 50-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 as
follows:
a. In buildings without high-piled storage, access shall be provided in accordance with the 2001
California Building Code, Fire and/or any other applicable standards.
b. In buildings with high-piled storage access doors shall be provided in each 100 lineal feet or
major fraction thereof, of the exterior wall that faces the required access roadways. When
railways are installed provisions shall be made to maintain Fire District access to all required
openings.
4. Access Walkways: Hardscaped access walkways shall be provided from the fire apparatus access
road to all required building exterior openings.
5. Commercial/Industrial Gates: Any gate installed across a Fire Department access road shall be in
accordance with Fire District Standard. The following design requirements apply:
a. Prior to the fabrication and 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.
c. Gates may be motorized or manual.
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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. The lock must be purchased at the Fire
Administration Office.
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.
j. 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.
7. 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.
8. 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.
6. 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 Appendix A.
h. A site plan showing the locations of the roof ladder shall be submitted during plan check.
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.
Tents, Canopies and/or Air Supported Structures
Egress control devices.
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 2007 California
Building, Fire, Mechanical, Plumbing, Electrical Codes, RCFPD Ordinances FD46and other implemented
and/or adopted standards.
FSC-13 Alternate Method Application
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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.
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 988-1 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. 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. Please reference
the RCFPD Water Plan Submittal Procedure Standard.
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.
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3. Construction Access: The access roads must be paved in accordance with all the requirements of
the RCFPD Fire Lane Standard. 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".
PRIOR TO OCCUPANCY OR FINAL INSPECTION — Please complete the following:
1. Hydrant Markers: All fire hydrants shall have a blue reflective pavement marker indicating the fire
hydrant location on the street or driveway in accordance with the City of Rancho Cucamonga
Engineering Standard Plan 134, "Installation of Reflective Hydrant Markers". On private property,
the markers shall be installed at the centerline of the fire access road, at each hydrant location.
2. Private Fire Hydrants: For the purpose of final acceptance, a licensed sprinkler contractor, in the
presence of Fire Construction Services, shall conduct a test of the most hydraulically remote on-site
fire hydrants. The underground fire line contractor, developer and/or owner are responsible for hiring
the company to perform the test. A final test report shall be submitted to Fire Construction Services
verifying the fire flow available. The fire flow available must meet or exceed the required fire flow
in accordance with the California Fire Code.
3. Fire Sprinkler System: Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, the fire sprinkler
system(s) shall be tested and accepted by Fire Construction Services.
4. Fire Sprinkler Monitoring: Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, the fire sprinkler
monitoring system must be tested and accepted by Fire Construction Services. The fire sprinkler
monitoring system shall be installed, tested and operational immediately following the completion of
the fire sprinkler system (subject to the release of power).
5. Fire Suppression Systems and/or other special hazard protection systems shall be inspected, tested
and accepted by Fire Construction Services before occupancy is granted and/or equipment is placed
in service.
6. Fire Alarm System: Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, the fire alarm system shall
be installed, inspected, tested and accepted by Fire Construction Services.
7. Access Control Gates: Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, vehicular gates must be
inspected, tested and accepted in accordance with RCFPD Standards 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.
The CC&R's, the reciprocal agreement and/or other approved documents shall be recorded and
contain an approved fire access roadway map with provisions that prohibit parking, specify the
method of enforcement and identifies who is responsible for the required annual inspections and the
maintenance of all required fire access roadways.
9. Address: Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, commercial/industrial and multi-
family buildings shall post the address in accordance to the appropriate RCFPD addressing Standard.
10. Hazardous Materials: The applicant must obtain inspection and acceptance by Fire Construction
Services.
11. Confidential Business Occupancy Information: The applicant shall complete the Rancho
Cucamonga Fire District "Confidential Business Occupancy Information" form. This form provides
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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.
12. 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 shall be revised by the applicant to reflect
the actual location of all devices and building features as required in the standard. The site plan must
be reviewed and accepted by the Fire Inspector.
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