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HomeMy WebLinkAbout14-01 - Resolutions RESOLUTION NO. 14-01 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING MINOR DESIGN REVIEW DRC2013-00775, SITE PLAN AND ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW OF A 4,805 SQUARE FOOT SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE WITH AN ATTACHED 762 SQUARE FOOT GARAGE ON A 23,958 SQUARE FOOT LOT ON THE NORTH SIDE OF IOAMOSA COURT AND WEST OF HELLMAN AVENUE WITHIN THE VERY LOW (VL) RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT, LOCATED AT 9250 IOAMOSA COURT; AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF — APN: 1061-611-16. A. Recitals. 1. James Scarfuto filed an application for the approval of Minor Design Review DRC2013-00775, 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 22nd day of January 2014, 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 the substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the above-referenced public hearing January 22, 2014, including written and oral staff reports, together with public testimony, this Commission hereby specifically finds as follows: a. The site is located within the Very Low(VL) Development District; and b. South, east, and west of the site are residentially zoned lots within the Very Low (VL) Residential Development District; and to the north is a vacant lot owned by the San Bernardino County Flood Control District which is also within the Very Low (VL) Residential Development District; and c. The applicant proposes constructing a 4,805 square foot single-family residence with a 762 square foot attached four-car garage; and d. The project complies with all development criteria except for the 60-foot rear yard setback. The applicant has submitted a request for a Variance to reduce the rear yard setback requirement from 60 feet to 40 feet; and e. The original subdivision (SUBTT16461) included a Variance (DRC2002-00902) permitting a reduction in the required lot depth; and PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 14-01 MINOR DESIGN REVIEW DRC2013-00775 - JAMES SCARFUTO January 22, 2014 Page 2 f. The project was reviewed by the Design Review Committee (Wimberly, Fletcher, and Granger) on December 17, 2013. The Committee forwarded the project to the Planning Commission with a recommendation of approval. 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 project is consistent with the General Plan in that the applicant is constructing a single-family residence on a residentially zoned lot. b. The proposed use is in accord with the objective of the Development Code and the purposes of the district in which the site is located in that the proposed residence is in keeping with the rural environment of the Very Low (VL) Development Districts; and C. The proposed use is in compliance with each of the applicable provisions of the Development Code in that the project meets all development and design criteria except for the rear yard setback for which the applicant filed a Variance request; and d. The proposed use, together with the conditions applicable thereto, will not be detrimental to the public health, safety or welfare, or materially injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity in that the proposed single-family residence is similar in design quality and intensity to the neighboring residences; and 4. The Planning Department Staff has determined that the project is categorically exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the City's CEQA Guidelines. The project qualifies as a Class 3 exemption under State CEQA Guidelines Section 15303, which covers the construction of a limited number of structures, including a single-family residence. The project entails constructing a single-family residence on a residential zoned lot. Staff finds that there is no substantial evidence that the project will have a significant effect on the environment, in that the proposal does not propose modifying or expanding the existing structure. The Planning Commission has reviewed the Planning Department's determination of exemption, and based on its own independent judgment, concurs in the staff's determination of exemption. 5. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth in Paragraphs 1, 2, 3, and 4 above, this Commission hereby recommends approval of 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 for the construction of a 4,808 square foot single-family residence with a 1,009 square foot attached garage on a 23,958 square foot lot, located at 9260 loamosa Court -APN: 1061-611-16. 2) All walls that are visible from the public right-of-way shall be decorative (i.e. split face, slump stone, or stucco), including having a matching decorative cap. At a minimum, the walls shall include a decorative pilaster at each corner and adjacent to the gates. PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 14-01 MINOR DESIGN REVIEW DRC2013-00775 - JAMES SCARFUTO January 22, 2014 Page 3 3) The window and door surrounds shall either be wood or of a simulated wood material. 4) Use a matching rollup door for the hobby room/gym as used for the garage door. Engineering Services Department 1) Any seepage pits within 8 feet of the public right-of-way requires sign off of the Engineering Services Department. Seepage pits must meet the requirements of the current adopted California Plumbing Code. 2) Install drive approaches and street trees per City Standards or to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. 3) Have a registered civil engineer revise City Drawing #1692 for the improvement(s) listed above prior to Building Permit issuance (plan check fees apply). 4) All improvements within the public right-of-way, including street trees, shall be installed per the public improvement plans. The public improvement plan shall govern if there is any discrepancy between the public and private improvement plans. 5) Prior to work being performed in the public right-of-way, fees shall be paid and an Engineering Construction Permit shall be obtained from the Engineering Services Department in addition to any other required permits. 6) The following Development Impact fees are due prior to Building Permit issuance (fees subject to change): Beautification Fees: $0.20 per square foot Drainage Fees: $10,660.10 Park Fees: $4,396.00 Transportation Fees: $4,656.00 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 14-01 MINOR DESIGN REVIEW DRC2013-00775 - JAMES SCARFUTO January 22, 2014 Page 4 6. The Secretary to this Commission shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution. APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 22ND DAY OF JANUARY 2014. PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA i BY: Frances Ho dyshell, Chairman ATTEST: P" 0 o"A i iz�- Cand e u ne , Secretary i I, Candyce Burnett, Secretary of the Planning Commission for 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 22nd day of January 2014, by the following vote-to-wit: AYES: COMMISSIONERS: FLETCHER, HOWDYSHELL, OAXACA, WIMBERLY NOES: COMMISSIONERS: NONE ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: MUNOZ ABSTAIN: COMMISSIONERS: NONE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT STANDARD CONDITIONS PROJECT#: DRC2013-00775 SUBJECT: MINOR DESIGN REVIEW APPLICANT: JAMES SCARFUTO LOCATION: 9250 IOAMOSA COURT-APN: 1061-611-16 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. 14-01, 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 Manager hearing. a) Notice of Exemption - $50 X B. Time Limits 1. Any approval shall expire if Building Permits are not issued or approved use has not commenced within 5 years from the date of approval or a time extension has been granted. 1 Project No. DRC2013-00775 Completion Date 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 Manager. 3. Occupancy of the facilities shall not commence until such time as all California 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 Services Department to show compliance. The buildings shall be inspected for compliance and final acceptance granted prior to occupancy. 4. Revised Site Plans and building elevations incorporating all Conditions of Approval shall be submitted for Planning Manager 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, Specific Plans and/or Master 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 Planning Manager. 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 and in conformance with Building and Safety Services Department standards, the Municipal Code and the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Department (RCFD) Standards. 9. Local Feeder Trail entrances shall also provide access for service vehicles, such as veterinarians or hay deliveries, including a 12-foot minimum drive approach. Entrance shall be gated provided that equestrian access is maintained through step-throughs in accordance with Engineering Services Department Standard Drawing 1006-B and 1007-B. 10. Provide a 24-foot by 24-foot or 12-foot by 48-foot corral area in the rear yard adjacent to the Local Feeder Trail. Grade access from corral to trail with a maximum slope of 5:1 and a minimum width of 10 feet. 11. Where corner side, interior side or rear yard property lines are adjacent to local equestrian trails, construct minimum 6-foot high decorative masonry walls. Decorative masonry shall mean split-face double sided block, 'slump stone' or an alternative material that is acceptable to the Design Review Committee. 12. Six-foot decorative block walls shall be constructed along the project perimeter. If a double wall condition would result, the developer shall make a good faith effort to work with the adjoining property owners to provide a single wall. Developer shall notify, by mail, all contiguous property owners at least 30 days prior to the removal of any existing walls/fences along the project perimeter. 2 Project No. DRC2013-00775 Completion Date 13. Construct block walls between homes (i.e., along interior side and rear property lines), rather than wood fencing for permanence, durability, and design consistency. 14. Access gates to the rear yards shall be constructed from a material more durable than wood gates. Acceptable materials include, but are not limited to, wrought iron and PVC. 15. For residential development, return walls, and corner side walls shall be decorative masonry. D. Building and Safety VHFHSZ Single-Family Standard Conditions NOTE: Construction of the home must be in accordance with the approved Fire Protection Plan and/or the California Building Code Chapter 7A. This home is located in the VHFHSZ. 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 2. Submit two sets of structural calculations, two sets of 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. 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 (DRC2013-00775). 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 Services 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, and School Fees. Applicant shall provide a copy of the school fees receipt to the Building and Safety Services Department prior to permit 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. 3 Project No. DRC2013-00775 Completion Date New Structures 1. Provide compliance with the California Building Code (CBC) for property line clearances considering use, area, and fire-resistive requirements. 2. The house, garage and any other structures as required must be equipped with automatic fire sprinklers. 3. Provide compliance with the California Building Code for required occupancy separations. 4. Roofing material shall be installed per the manufacturer's "high wind" instructions. 4