HomeMy WebLinkAbout98-24 - Resolutions RESOLUTION NO. 98-24
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT NO. 97-47 FOR THE EXPANSION OF AN EXISTING 13,631
SQUARE FOOT UNMANNED DIGITAL TELEPHONE SWITCHING FACILITY
BY 9,773 SQUARE FEET ON A 44,368 SQUARE FOOT PARCEL LOCATED
ON THE NORTH SIDE OF FOOTHILL BOULEVARD WEST OF HAVEN
AVENUE WITHIN THE GENERAL COMMERCIAL DISTRICT, AND MAKING
FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF - APN: 1077-661-11.
A. Recitals.
1. JTC Architects, Inc. has filed an application for the issuance of Conditional Use Permit
No. 97-47, as described in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject
Conditional Use Permit request is referred to as "the application."
2. On the 8th day of April 1998, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Cucamonga
conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the application and concluded said hearing on that date.
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 substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the above-
referenced public hearing on April 8, 1998, including written and oral staff reports, together with
public testimony, this Commission hereby specifically finds as follows:
a. The application applies to property located on the north side of Foothill Boulevard
west of Haven Avenue with a street frontage of 150 feet and lot depth of 300 feet and is presently
occupied with an existing concrete building, asphalt parking lot, and full street improvements; and
b. The subject property is surrounded by the Virginia Dare Winery Business Center.
The property to the north of the subject site consists of a vacant lot and a movie theater, the property
to the south is a vacant lot, the property to the east is developed with restaurants and offices, and
the property to the west is developed with a restaurant; and
c. The application contemplates the construction of a building addition to an existing
facility in an architectural style, materials, and colors to match the existing; and
d. The use serves the telecommunications need of the community; and
e. No unavoidable environmental impacts are associated with the use and the use will
not negatively impact other properties or the public right-of-way; and
f. Sufficient parking, landscaping, and setbacks are provided and no Variances or
Minor Exceptions are necessary to accommodate the use or associated structure.
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April 8, 1998
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3. Based upon the substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the above-
referenced public hearing and upon the specific findings of facts set forth in paragraphs 1 and 2
above, this Commission hereby finds and concludes as follows:
a. The proposed use is in accord with the General Plan, the objectives of the
Development Code, and the purposes of the district in which the site is located.
b. 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.
c. The proposed use complies with each of the applicable provisions of the
Development Code.
4. Based upon the facts and information contained in the proposed 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 Negative Declaration based upon the
findings as follows:
a. The Negative Declaration has been prepared in compliance with the California
Environmental Quality Act of 1970, as amended, and the State CEQA guidelines promulgated
thereunder; said Negative Declaration and the Initial Study prepared therefore reflect the
independent judgment of the Planning Commission; and, further, this Commission has reviewed and
considered the information contained in said Negative Declaration with regard to the application.
b. Based upon the changes and alterations which have been incorporated into the
proposed project, no significant adverse environmental effects will occur.
c. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 753.5(c) of Title 14 of the California Code of
Regulations, the Planning Commission finds as follows: In considering the record as a whole, the
Initial Study and Negative Declaration for the project, there is no evidence that the proposed project
will have potential for an adverse impact upon wildlife resources or the habitat upon which wildlife
depends. Further, based upon substantial evidence contained in the Negative Declaration, the staff
reports and exhibits, and the information provided to the Planning Commission during the public
hearing, the Planning Commission hereby rebuts the presumption of adverse effect as set forth in
Section 753.5(c-1-d) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations.
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 Division
1) Provide decorative metal on the electrical panel cover on the southern
portion of the building to match existing building.
2) New view obscuring swing gate at the northwest corner of the building
to be decorative metal. Decorative metal could match roof screen
material.
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April 8, 1998
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3) Replace existing gates with decorative metal, not "chain link with view
obscuring panel." Decorative metal could match roof screen material.
4) Provide additional landscaping to the southern elevation along Foothill
Boulevard.
5) Provide vertical evergreen trees, with tight spacing, to soften northern
building wall.
6) No overnight parking of service vehicles on-site.
Engineering Division
1) Provide a contribution in-lieu of construction for the future median on
Foothill Boulevard. Said contribution shall be one-half the cost of the
median (estimated at $60 per linear foot) times the length of the Foothill
Boulevard frontage.
Building & Safety Division
1 Provide draft stops in attics in line with common walls.
2) Exterior walls shall be constructed of the required fire rating in
accordance with U.B.C. Table 5-A.
3) Openings in exterior walls shall be protected in accordance with U.B.C.
Table 5-A.
4) Provide smoke and heat venting in accordance with U.B.C.
Section 906.
5) Submit three 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 (two sets detached) including size of main switch,
number and size of service entrance conductors, panel
schedules, and single line diagrams.
f) Plumbing and Sewer Plans including isometrics, underground
diagram, water and waste diagram, sewer or septic system
location, fixture units, gas piping, and heating and air
conditioning.
7) Submit two sets of structural calculations, energy conservation
calculations, and soils report. Architect's/Engineer's stamp and "wet"
signature is required prior to plan check submittal.
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CUP 97-47 - JTC ARCHITECTS, INC.
April 8, 1998
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8) School District fees shall be paid prior to permit issuance. Applicant
shall provide copy of receipt to the Building and Safety Division.
9) Separate permits are required for fencing and/or walls.
10) Contractors must show proof of State and City licenses, and Workers'
Compensation to City prior to permit issuance.
11) Openings are noted, permitted on east wall.
Fire District
1) A fire sprinkler system will be required.
6. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 8TH DAY OF APRIL 1998.
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
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I, Brad Buller, 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 8th day of April 1998, by the following vote-to-wit:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS: MACIAS, MCNIEL, TOLSTOY
NOES: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: BARKER, BETHEL
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STANDARD CONDITIONS
PROJECT#: Conditional Use Permit 97-47
SUBJECT: 9,773 square foot expansion of existing telephone switching station
APPLICANT: JTC Architects, Inc.
LOCATION: 10428 Foothill Boulevard
ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE PLANNING DIVISION,(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.
B. Time Limits
1. Approval shall expire, unless extended by the Planning Commission, if building permits are not _/ /_
issued or approved use has not commenced within 24 months from the date of approval.
C. Site Development
1. The site shall be developed and maintained in accordance with the approved plans which include _/_/_
site plans, architectural elevations, exterior materials and colors, landscaping, sign program, and
grading on file in the Planning Division, 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 City Planner.
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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 Division
to show compliance. The buildings shall be inspected for compliance prior to occupancy.
4. Revised site plans and building elevations incorporating all Conditions of Approval shall be / /_
submitted for City Planner review and approval prior to the issuance of building permits.
5. All site, grading, landscape, irrigation, and street improvement plans shall be coordinated for _/_/_
consistency prior to issuance of any permits (such as grading, tree removal, encroachment,
building, etc.) or prior to final map approval in the case of a custom lot subdivision, or approved
use has commenced, whichever comes first.
6. Approval of this request shall not waive compliance with all sections of the Development Code, / /_
all other applicable City Ordinances, and applicable Community or Specific Plans in effect at the
time of building permit issuance.
7. All ground-mounted utility appurtenances such as transformers, AC condensers, etc., shall be _/_/_
located out of public view and adequately screened through the use of a combination of concrete
or masonry walls, berming, and/or landscaping to the satisfaction of the City Planner. For single
family residential developments, transformers shall be placed in underground vaults.
8. All building numbers and individual units shall be identified in a clear and, concise manner, /_/_
including proper illumination.
D. Shopping Centers
1. Graffiti shall be removed within 72 hours. / /_
E. Parking and Vehicular Access (indicate details on building plans)
1. Plans for any security gates shall be submitted for the City Planner, 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 public
right-of-way.
F. Landscaping
1. A detailed landscape and irrigation plan, including slope planting and model home landscaping / /_
in the case of residential development, shall be prepared by a licensed landscape architect and
submitted for City Planner review and approval prior to the issuance of building permits or prior
final map approval in the case of a custom lot subdivision.
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.
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APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE BUILDING AND SAFETY DIVISION, (909) 477-2710, FOR
COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
G. Site Development
1. The applicant shall comply with the latest adopted Uniform Building Code, Uniform Mechanical _/_/_
Code, Uniform Plumbing Code, National Electric Code, and all other applicable codes,
ordinances, and regulations in effect at the time of issuance of relative permits. Please contact
the Building and Safety Division for copies of the Code Adoption Ordinance and applicable
handouts.
2. Prior to issuance of building permits for a new commercial or industrial development or addition _/_/_
to an existing development, the applicant shall pay development fees at the established rate.
Such fees may include, but are not limited to: Transportation Development Fee, Drainage Fee,
School Fees, Permit and Plan Checking Fees.
H. • Grading
1. Grading of the subject property shall be in accordance with the Uniform 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. The final grading plans shall be completed and approved prior to issuance of building permits. / /_
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE FIRE PREVENTION/NEW CONSTRUCTION UNIT, (909)477-2730,
FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
I. General Fire Protection Conditions
1. Fire flow requirement shall be 2,000 gallons per minute. _/_/_
2. Existing fire hydrant locations shall be provided prior to water plan approval. Required hydrants, /_/_
if any, will be determined by the Fire District. Fire District standards require a 6" riser with a 4"
and a 2-1/2"outlet. Substandard hydrants shall be upgraded to meet this standard. Contact the
Fire Safety Division for specifications on approved brands and model numbers.
3. An automatic fire extinguishing system(s) will be required as noted below:
X Per Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District Ordinance 15. _/_/_
Note: Special sprinkler densities are required for such hazardous operations as woodworking,
plastics manufacturing, spray painting, flammable liquids storage, high piled stock, etc.
Contact the Fire Safety Division to determine if sprinkler system is adequate for proposed
operations.
4. Sprinkler system monitoring shall be installed and operational immediately upon completion of / /_
sprinkler system.
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5. A fire alarm system(s) shall be required as noted below:
X Per Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District Ordinance 15. / /_
X California Code Regulations Title 24. / /_
6. A Knox rapid entry key vault shall be installed prior to final inspection. Proof of purchase shall /_/_
be submitted prior to final building plan approval. Contact the Fire Safety Division for specific
details and ordering information.
7. Gated/restricted entry(s) require installation of a Knox rapid entry key system. Contact the Fire _/_/_
Safety Division for specific details and ordering information.
8. Plan check fees in the amount of$465.00 shall be paid:
X Prior to final plan approval. / /_
Note: Separate plan check fees for fire protection systems (sprinklers, hood systems, alarms,
etc.) and/or any consultant reviews will be assessed upon submittal of plans.
9. Plans shall be submitted and approved prior to construction in accordance with 1994 UBC, UFC, /_/_
UPC, UMC, NEC, and RCFD Standards 22 and 15.
Note: A fire sprinkler system will be required if applicant would like to use alternate means please _/_/_
contact John Thomas (909)477-2710, ext. 2202.
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