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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10/12/1992I X-1 -M&I Next Resolution No. 92-21 SOUTH COAST AIR QUALITY MANAGEMENT- DISTRICT AUDITORIUM 21865 E. COPLEY DRIVE DIAMOND BAR, CA 91765 October 12, 1992 CALL TO ORDER: 7:00 pm ROLL CALL: COMMISSIONERS: chairman Flamenbaum, vice Chairman MacBride, Grothe, Li and Meyer MATTERS FROM THE AUDIENCE/PUBLIC COMMENTS: This is the time and place for the general public to address the .members of the Planning Commission on any item that is within their jurisdiction, allowing the public an opportunity to speak on non-public hearing and non -agenda items. Please complete a when addressing the Planning Commission. CONSENT CALENDAR: The, following items listed on the consent calendar are considered routine and are approved by a single motion. Consent calendar items may be removed.from the agenda by request of the Commission only: 1. Minutes of September 14 and September. -28, 1992 OLD BUSINESS: 2. Consideration of two resolutions of approval regarding Conditional Use Permit No. 89-528 (1) and Development Review No. 92-03 continued from July 13, 1992 A request for approval to amend an existing CUP. The applicant is requesting to construct a new Burger King Restaurant with drive-thru facilities. The building will be approximately 3,600 square feet and- the site is approximately 53,289 square feet in size. A sign plan has been reviewed as a part of this application. Public hearing closed September 28, 1992. Property Address: 525 S. Grand Avenue, Diamond Bar Applicant: Russel Hand, Tedrus Properties Environmental Determination: Mitigated Negative Declaration NEW BUSINESS: 3. Presentation of proposed South Pointe Master Plan Project Five property owners have indicated an interest in developing approximately 170 acres of land located west of Brea Canyon Road and North of Pathfinder. The City's consultant, Hardy Strozier of Planning Associates, will introduce the Planning Commission to the proposed development. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARINGS: 4. Planned Sign Program No. 92-1 A request to develop a Planned Sign Program for 'a commercial shopping center and the approval of three additional wall signs and a canopy sign. Property Location: Sunset Village, 1241 S. Grand Avenue, Diamond Bar, Applicant: Brilliant Signs Inc., 1648 N. O'Donnell Way, Orange Property Owner: A & J Properties c/o D.W.A. Smith & Co., 1300 Quail St. #106, Newport Beach, CA 92660 , Environmental Determination: .Categorically Exempt Class 15301, Class I (g) Conditional Use Permit No 92-5/Development Review No. 92-2 A request for approval to demolish the existing Arco gasoline service station and to construct a new 2,700 square feet, 24 hour AM/PM mini -mart. The proposed convenience store use will provide the sale of gasoline and -miscellaneous products including the sale of beer and wine for off-site consumption. The .89 acre site is in the Commercial Planned Development Zone (CPD). The Development Review application is required for all new commercial construction to determine architectural compatability. Property Location: 3302 S. Diamond Bar Blvd. Applicant: Gary Simning 25051 Grissom Rd. Laguna Hills, CA 92653 Property Owner: Atlantic Richfield 17315 Studebaker Rd. Cerritos, CA Environmental Determination: Mitigated Negative Declaration M 6. Zoning Code Amendment No. 92-2 (Hillside Management Ordinance): Continued from September 28, 1992. A City initiated request to adopt Hillside Management Standards. 7. Zoning Code Amendment No. 92-3 (Commercial Manufacturing Zone Amendments): Continued from September 28f 1992 A City initiated request to amend certain provisions of Title 22 of the Los Angeles County Code, as heretofore adopted by the City of Diamond Bar, pertaining to the CM (Commercial Manufacturing) Zone (Section 22.28.230 et.al.) ANNOUNCEMENTS: Staf f Planning commissioners ADJOURNMENT: October 26, 1992 CITY OF DIAMOND BAR MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION SEPTEMBER 28, 1992 CALL TO ORDER: Chairman Flamenbaum called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m. at the South Coast Air Quality Management District Auditorium, 21865 E. Copley Drive, Diamond Bar, California. PLEDGE OF The audience was led in the Pledge of Allegiance by ALLEGIANCE: Chairman Flamenbaum. ROLL CALL: commissioners: Meyer, 'Grothe, Vice Chairman MacBride, and Chairman Flamenbaum. Commissioner Li arrived at 7:12 p.m. Also present were Community Development Director James DeStef ano, Associate Planner Robert Searcy, City Attorney U) A 'T, Planning Technician Ann Lungu, Deputy Bill Curley, Deputy City Attorney Craig Fox, and Contract Secretary Liz Myers. CONTINUED Chair/Flamenbaum questioned if the Planning PUBLIC HEARING: commission is able to conduct public hearings since the City does not officially have an operative CUP 92-05 & General Plan. DR 92-02 CD/DeStefano explained that the City Clerk had announced last Monday that the referendum petition was invalid, therefore, the General Plan automatically comes into effect, once again. Chair/Flamenbaum asked the Deputy City Attorney if the Planning Commission has notice to proceed. DCA/Fox stated that, to his understanding, with the City Clerk's determination, the City is obligated to proceed. AP/Searcy presented the staff report on Conditional Use Permit 92-05/Development Review 92-02. The project is an application for the removal of the existing gas service station, to be replaced with an AM/PM mini mart, selling both gas and alcohol beverages. This public hearing was continued to September 28, 1992 from the Planning Commission meeting of September 14, 1992. The suspension of the General Plan necessitated continuances of other projects as well, which precede this project application. Therefore, staff requested a continuance of this application, to the meeting of October 12, 1992, with the concurrence of the applicant. C/Meyer inquired if the applicant is in concurrence with the continuance. The applicant has concurred. September 28, 1992 Motion was VC/MacBride, CUP 92-05/DR 1992. Page 2 made by C/Meyer, seconded by and CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY to continue 92-02 to the meeting of October 12, Planned Sign PT/Lungu presented the staff report on Planned Sign Program No. 92-01Program No. 92-01, located in the Sunset Village Shopping Center at 1241 S. Grand Avenue. The.item was continued to September 28, 1992 at the September 14, 1992 Planning Commission public hearing, due to the suspension of the General Plan. Staff is requesting that the item be continued to the meeting of October 12, 1992, with the concurrence of the applicant. C/Meyer inquired if the applicant is in concurrence with the continuance. The applicant has concurred. Motion was made by C/Meyer, seconded by VC/MacBride and CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY to continue Planned Sign Program No. 92-01 to the meeting of October 12, 1992. CUP 89-528 & AP/Searcy presented the staff report regarding the DR 92-03 request on an amendment to Conditional Use Permit 89-528 and Development Review 92-03, to allow the *development of a Burger King restaurant with drive through facilities. The item was continued by the Planning Commission on the July 13, 1992 meeting. Staff and the applicant have worked on the .following concerns- raised by the Planning Commission: parking and circulation; the trash enclosure; the pedestrian access; signage; and compliance with existing .standards. The Planning Commission's packet contains the revised site plan. He then summarized the changes made, as well as the changes suggested by staff, as indicated in the staff report. It is recommended that the Planning commission approve the proposed amendments to CUP 89-528 DR 92-03 with the findings of Fact and conditions as listed within the attached resolutions. C/Meyer made the following suggestions: if the island, and the sidewalk, is to be removed, then some of that area should be turned into landscaping so as to give a visual designation of where the drive approach should be; widen the planter to 3 1/2 feet, to serve the dual purpose of a wheel stop and reduce the amount of impervious material, by increasing the landscaping; include stamp concrete at the stop area for the drive through where it September 28, 1992 Page 3 OR 4f intersects with drive out to Brea Canyon to encourage stopping at that point; and use a heavy metal gate, with metal decking, on the trash enclosure. AP/Searcy, in response to C/Meyer's inquiry regarding signage, explained that signage for this project was approved as a MacDonald's restaurant, but it is now being revised by the applicant, and reduced on the MacDonald's site. Additionally, the freeway oriented sign, approved with 480 square feet of signage, is now being proposed at approximately 336 square feet. The applicant is also revising the aesthetics of the. sign by removing a canopy. The signing program approved originally complied with the code requirements in effect at that time. c/Meyer inquired if the original approval exceeds the current standards, since the sign ordinance has subsequently been modified. AP/Searcy stated that the adjacent to the median on 10 foot facia on top of a not be approved under the variance. The maximum i square foot monument sign. the free standing signs, a: be included to concur ordinance.. I monument sign, located Grand.Ave., with a 10 x two foot pedestal would existing code without a quare footage is a 72 The address numbers on A on the buildings, will Ith the existing sign C/Meyer suggested that, if this project is approved, it would be appropriate to have those additional types of conditions , specifically included in the Resolutions. VC/MacBride inquired why the medians on Grand Ave. should be removed. AP/Searcy explained that one of the requirements of the Fire Department is that there be 26 feet of unobstructed driveway aisle. However, staff did ,not receive a definitive response from the Fire Department, therefore, staff and the applicant sought to preclude any problems that may follow, by removing the medians to comply with the requirements of the LA County Fire Department. VC/MacBride indicated that he was under the impression that the 26 foot requirement is for traffic in both direction. He requested staff to verify the requirement before making the decision to remove the median. September 28® 1992 Page 4 C/Meyer also noted that the driveway is too wide. The median would have to go out to the curb face because the Road Department specifies that it can't be over 30 feet. Chair/Flamenbaum inquired why the concrete sidewalk, coming from the east down to the Burger King, has to be eliminated. AP/Searcy stated that the City Engineer has determined that the grade differential, from Grand Ave. to that point of ingress, is such that the sidewalk would not comply with the'UBC requirement for grade change, whether or not there are steps, or a landing. The Public Hearing was declared opened. Charles Cobb, the Burger King franchisee, stated that he does not have any problems with the suggested changes made by staff. He made the following responses to Chair/Flamenbaum's inquiries: he would not object to reducing the 44 foot width- of the driveway; he will ask his engineer to consider some sort of walkway coming from the east down to the Burger King; he has no problem with adding pavers by the stop area at the drive through exit; and he does not object to using a metal gate for the trash enclosure. He then inquired if the actual square footage for the freeway oriented sign has been reduced from what was approved for MacDonalds. AP/Searcy stated that the freeway oriented sign submitted in the plans is reflected in the staff report as a reduction from 480 square feet to 330 square feet. Staff concurs with the sign as proposed in these plans. Charles Cobb stated that they had not intended to reduce the sign, and requested that they be allowed to maintain the same size of the previous sign originally approved for MdcDonalds. AP/Searcy explained that the sign approved specifically for MacDonialds was a 100 square foot monument sign at the entrance on Grand Ave. This sign, that is submitted for the freeway oriented sign, was a sign approved for the whole center, which -was 480 square feet that would have listed the car wash, the Honda, and the then MacDonalds. The car wash has been omitted from the sign. September 28, 1992 Page 5 Charles Cobb stated that the car wash had indicated that they were not interested in having a freeway oriented sign. Mr. Hand assumed that the total amount of signage would then be able to be split between the Honda Dealership, and Burger King. They would -like to be able to take advantage of the 480 square foot sign previously approved.The sign would sit on the overall parcel of land that has been subdivided. Chair/Flamenbaum, noting that the present plans indicate a completely different sign than what is now suggested, explained that the Planning Commission would have to continue the meeting in order to allow the applicant to resubmit a revised sign plan. C/Meyer stated that the freeway sign is an off site sign, and off site signs are not usually permitted. It is a standard requirement to 'advertise your business on the same parcel of land on which it is constructed. The land that the sign is on can be sold individually to another land owner. AP/Searcy noted that the lot -cannot be developed with anything else other than that sign per the existing CUP. Staff would concur with the sign as submitted in these plans. CD/DeStefano advised that if the applicant desires a larger sign than what is presently before the Commission, then the applicant should suggest that this matter be continued to the next meeting for discussion of the merits of the applicant's desired signage. Charles Cobb stated that he would prefer the Commission to proceed, and that he withdraws his earlier comment. Chair/Flamenbaum inquired if there was any discussion about reducing the surface area of the parking lot, it's material, and reflectivity. AP/Searcy stated that there was no specific discussion. Because of the increased sidewalk, and the driveway aisles, to comply with fire department standards, the overall landscaping was reduced in some areas. The entrance to the site on Grand Ave. has been revised, reducing the landscaping in that area, as well. However, deleting the concrete sidewalk, and narrowing the entrance, would increase the landscaping once again. This is the September 28, 1992 Page 6 most landscaping staff thought possible, and still have it comply with standards. Hearing no further testimony, the Public Hearing was declared closed. C/Grothe made the following comments: there should be an entrance statement made on Grand Ave.; he doesn't like the sidewalk pedestrian circulation plan, with sidewalks leading nowhere; the sidewalk, on the southside nearest the car wash, should be removed; there should eventually be a sidewalk that will lead to the proposed car wash; there should be pavers at the stop sign; the pavers throughout the project will help slow down people; and he is concerned that the lighting on the drive through aisle is minimal on the backside of the building. C/Meyer made the following comments: he concurred with a need for an entry statement, and the removal of the median; heavy landscaping should be used to clearly define the driveway; the Resolution of approval should indicate the land use generically rather than specifically naming Burger King; the drive approach should be reduced; the trash enclosure gate should be metal; the signs, on Grand Ave. and Brea Canyon, should have addresses; and there should be some sort of a restriction made in terms of the off site signage whereas the signs should only advertise those businesses that are on the parcel.. Though the original concept of this project was to advertise the center, it no longer does so, but rather now advertises two businesses, both off site. . C/Grothe stated that he would like to specifically exclude the lot, that the sign sits on, from the approval, because, to his recollection, the existing CUP does not preclude any type of development on that lot. DCA/Curley explained that the design of .the original Resolution contemplated ultimate development, however, it was precluded without coming back and doing a CUP amendment. The signing issues would get tied into whatever land use was being allocated to that remaining site. C/Grothe stated that, if the parcel numbers that can be advertised are to be spelled out, then he would like that particular parcel number excluded so as to avoid it turning into a billboard with 12 tenants listed. The sign was to advertise just the three major tenants. September 28, 1992 Page 7 uRAF# VC/MacBride concurred with the following: there should be acondition that deals with the concerns regarding this his off site sign; there may need to be an additional lighting standard; and the trash enclosure gate should be made of solid metal with metal decking rather than of wood. C/Grothe suggested that the lighting condition in the Resolution be amended to read "minimum" instead of "average". Chair/ FlamenbauTh suggested that there be a condition added indicating that every effort should be made to install and maintain some sort of sidewalk from Grand Ave. down to the restaurant area. C/Grothe suggested that the applicant be asked to maintain about 4 feet of flat, mowed, grass landscaping next to the curb as an alternative if the sidewalk cannot be achieved. Motion was made by C/Meyer, seconded by C/Grothe and CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY to direct staff to prepare the Resolutions of Approval for CUP 89-528 and DR 92-03, incorporating all the issues that remain outstanding, and all the conditions as stated by the Commission, to be brought back to the next meeting for the Commission's consideration, Chair/Flamenbaum recessed the meeting at 8:22 p.m. The meeting was reconvened at 8:40 p.m. PT/Lungu presented the staff report regarding the request by the applicant, Food -4 -Less and Landsing Pacific Fund, for Development Review approval to remodel the exterior of Alpha Beta and Shop Building #4, located in the Country Hills Towne Center. She presented a slide show of the partial remodeling done to the shopping center in April of 1988, and reviewed the currents plans for the proposed remodeling of the Alpha Beta and Shop Building #4, as indicated in the staff report. It is recommended that the exterior remodeling of the ,shops be completed at one time, not in two phases as indicated by the applicant. Staff recommended that the Commission approve DR No. 92-04, with the Findings of Fact and conditions, as listed within the attached resolution. CD/DeStefano stated that, upon the detailed review of the resolution, by the City Attorney,.staff has provided a modified resolution for the Commission's consideration. The modified resolution clarifies September 28, 1992 Page 8 some of the legal aspects of• the resolution, and does not significantly change any of the conditions of approval outlined. The Public Hearing was declared opened. Bart Porter, representing Food -4 -Less and Landsing Pacific Fund, stated that they agree to do the exterior remodeling of the Alpha Beta, the shops located at the south side of Alpha Beta, facing Diamond Bar Blvd., and the shops facing Cold Springs Lane, as indicated in their plans, and they do not intend to phase the project, as was indicated by staff. He requested that condition 5.(c) be amended because they do not plan on adding awnings to the whole center. Hearing no further testimony, the Public Hearing was declared closed. Motion was made by C/Meyer, and seconded by C/Grothe to approve DR No. 92-04, with the Findings of Fact and conditions, as listed within the Resolution, changing condition 5.(c) to indicate that "The Applicant shall not add awnings to all existing towers to match the proposed tower with awnings.". C/Grothe suggested that the applicant be asked to provide the City with a circulation study and an entrance study, with suggestions made as to what can be done to improve the entrance into the Towne Center. Chair/ Flamenbaum. pointed out that it may be more appropriate to request such a study as part of the next application, rather than from a request for an interior/exterior remodeling project. PT/Lungu reported that the applicant has proposed flat tiles, on the roof facing Cold Springs Lane, and s -shaped tiles for the roof facing Diamond Bar Boulevard. Chair/ Flamenbaum declared the Public Hearing open to allow the applicant an opportunity to respond. Bart Porter explained to the Commission that the owners are not financially capable of installing s - shaped tiles throughout the project, at this time. Cyrus Jilari, of Ridell corporation, explained that it is not just a matter of replacing the tiles for the shops located at the south side, but that the September 28, 1992 Page 9 whole roof would have to be removed. He stated that it would be more economically feasible to leave the mansroof as it is currently. C/Grothe stated that he would prefer that the center have the same appearance throughout;, Bart Porter indicated that the owners would not be V?, able to do the remodeling if such a condition was requested. Hearing no further testimony, the Public Hearing was declared closed. The commission voted upon C/Meyer's Motion to approve DR 92-04, with the Findings of Fact and conditions, as listed within the Resolution, changing condition 5.(c) to indicate that "The Applicant shall not add awnings to all existing towers to match the proposed tower with awnings.". AYES: COMMISSIONERS: Meyer, MacBride, and Chair/Flamenbaum. NOES: COMMISSIONERS: Grothe and Li. ABSTAIN: COMMISSIONERS: None. The Motion CARRIED. ZCA No. 92-02 Zoning Code Amendment No. 92-02 . (Hillside Management Ordinance): Continued from September 14, 1992. The Public Hearing was declared opened. Hearing no testimony, the Public Hearing was declared closed. CD/DeStefano introduced Horst Shorr who is engaged by the city to rewrite the existing Hillside Management Ordinance, incorporating landform grading techniques. Horst Shorr gave a slide presentation comparing traditional grading techniques to landform grading. Landform grading and proper revegetation is used to mimic nature with a variety of swales and ridgelines. It is a more aesthetic approach to Hillside Developments that is becoming more popular, and requires both the Planning and Engineering Department to work together. In response to Chair/Flamenbaumj he indicated that he would be willing to make suggestions to help landscape existing slopes, such as at the Gateway Corporate Center, so that it is more aesthetically pleasing. September 28, 1992 Page 10 Motion was made by Chair/ Flamenbaum, seconded by C/Grothe and CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY to continue the matter to the meeting of October 12, 1992. ZCA 92-03 CD/DeStefano stated that it is recommended that ZCA 92-03 be continued to October 1.2, 1992. The Public Hearing was declared opened. Hearing no testimony, the Public Hearing was declared closed. Motion was made by C/Meyer, seconded by VC/MacBride and CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY to continue the matter to the meeting of October 12, 1992. OLD BUSINESS: PT/Lungu presented the staff report regarding the Commission's request for Policy No. 92-1, dealing Planning with the distance between a main structure and a Commission pool/spa. It is recommended that the Commission Policy'No. 92-1 approve Planning Commission Policy No. 92-1. Motion was made by C/Meyer, seconded by VC/MacBride and CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY to approve Planning Commission Policy No. 92-1. INFORMATION: Status of AP/Searcy reported that the item will be brought Fence/Wall Policyback for the Commission's consideration in 30 days. ANNOUNCEMENTS: C/Li, explaining that he has received some complaints from general public contractors, Commission suggested that a part time, or a temporary assistant, be hired to help alleviate the numerous applications coming before the Planning staff. CD/DeStefano explained that, because of the referendum, there is a back log of applications. The City does utilize the help of contractors on certain projects, when needed. The City, presently, does not have the funds to hire City staff. Chair/ Flamenbaum stated his concern that there is poor communication between the Commission and the City Council on issues pertaining to the City. C/Li suggested that the Commission make a recommendation to the City Council that there needs to be a method of improving the line of communication. September 28, 1992 Page 11 Chair/Flamenbaum stated that he will draft a letter, for the Commission's consideration at the next meeting. Staff CD/DeStefano reported that staff is currently providing the City Manager with an occasional memorandum, that summarizes new and on-going projects. This memorandum can be provided to the Commission, if so desired. A sub -committee could also be developed that would preview, with the City Council, larger projects, code amendments, etc., and report back to the full Commission. ADJOURNMENT: Motion was made by C/Meyer, seconded by VC/MacBride .and CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY to adjourn he meeting at 10:40 p.m. Respectively, James DeStefano Secretary Attest: Bruce Flamenbaum Chairman INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM DATE: October 9, 1992 TO: Chairman and Planning Commissioners FROM: Robert Searcy, Associate Planner SUBJECT: Amendment Conditional Use Permit 89528 and Devel- opment Review 92-3 The applicant met with the Community Development Department on Friday, October 2, 1992. At the conclusion of the hearing the applicant agreed to provide revised plans to.the City which would reflect the comments and concerns of Planning Commission. The revised plans were submitted to the City at the close of the business day on Wednesday. Only a cursory review. of the revised plan has been completed. The revised plan appears to have achieved the incorporation of most of the concerns with the exception of the pedestrian access from Grand Ave. and the entrance to the site. The staff will provide a more thorough report verballyat the Planning Commission hearing. Consulting Engineers Mr. James De Stefano Community. Development Director 21660 E. Copley Dr., Suite 190 Diamond Bar, CA 91765-4177 Subject: C.U.P. Resubmittal for Burger King Restaurant at Grand and 57 Freeway Diamond Bar, CA Dear Mr. De Stefano, October 7, 1992 rT1 C3 CN Pursuant to our meeting with Mr. Charlie Cobb in your office on last Friday, we have revised the CUP submittal package as follows: 1) The island at the entry has been deleted. We now have a 43' wide two-way entry, which in our opinion is helpful because of the wide turn in coming cars willmake. 2) The trash enclosure gates shall be metal. 3) A walkway of pavers has been installed at the drive-thru exit along with a stop sign., 4) We have increased landscaped area by making the curb as a wheel -stop with the cars overhanging the increased landscape area. 5) A reasonably flat landing has been designed at the curb on Grand Avenue as indicated on the grading plan. 6) The way the grades are on this site it is impossible to provide a pedestrian walkway from Grand Ave. entrance, and to meet Title 24 and ADA requirements. See grading plan. 7) A schematic pedestrian access to the future car wash is shown. This may need slight modification when the layout and grades for the car wash are finalized. 8) A computerized study of the light levels is attached for reference to alleviate concerns in this area. 14730 Beach Boulevard, Suite 207 e La Mirada, California 90638 • (714) 522-3220 • Fax (714) 522-8704 CUP Resubmittal Burger King Diamond Bar, CA October 7, 1992 Page 2 We believe we have satisfied all of your concerns except keeping the driveway entry at 30` which in our opinion should be as wide as possible because of the terrain of the land. If you disagree, this could be made as a condition of approval, when the CUP is approved. Enclosed herewith is the total CUP package submittal and hopefully this will get us on the Oct, 12th. agenda. If there are any questions please advise. Thank you. Sinc5Fely v' BhaF Kavthekar President c.c. 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Copley Dr., Suite 190 Diamond Bar, CA 91765-4177 Subject: C.U.P. Resubmittal for Burger King Restaurant at Grand and 57 Freeway Diamond Bar, CA Dear Mr. De St.efano, October 7, 1992 Pursuant to our meeting with Mr. Charlie Cobb in your office on last Friday, we have revised the CUP submittal package as follows: 1) The island at the entry has been deleted. We now have a 43' wide two-way entry, which in our opinion is helpful because of the wide turn in coming cars will make, 2) The trash enclosure gates shall be metal. 3) A walkway of pavers has been installed at the drive-thru exit along with a stop sign. 4) We have increased landscaped area by making the curb as a wheel -stop with the cars overhanging the increased landscape area. 5) A reasonably flat landing has been designed at the curb on Grand Avenue as indicated on the grading plan. 6) The way the grades are on this site it is impossible to provide a pedestrian walkway from Grand Ave. entrance, and to meet Title 24 and ADA I requirements. See grading plan. 7) A schematic pedestrian access to the future car wash is shown. This may need slight modification when the layout and grades for the car wash are finalized. 8) A computerized study of the light levels is attached for reference to alleviate concerns in this area. 14730 Beach Boulevard, Suite 207 ® La Mirada, California 90638 ® (714) 522.3220 * Fax (714) 522-8704 CUP Resubmittal Burger King Diamond Bar, CA October 7, 1992 Page 2 We believe we have satisfied all of your concerns except keeping the driveway entry at 30' which in our opinion should be as wide as possible because of the terrain of the land. If you disagree, this could be made as a condition of approval, when the CUP is approved. Enclosed herewith is the total CUP package submittal and hopefully this will get us on the Oct, 12th. agenda. If there are any questions please advise. Thank you. Sinc5rely h Kavthekar President c.c. Mr. Charlie Cobb w/attach VIEWING DIRECTION (top -Of -•printout) IS NORTH ,Q HpR•IxpNTaL PLANE OF p41NT8 .. LIGHT METER 15 PARALLEL. 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GRAND AVE. ON PARCEL NO.2 OF PARCEL MAP 15625, DIAMOND BAR, CALIFORNIA, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF. A. Recitals. (i) Russell E. Hand, P.O. Box 4655, Diamond Bar, CA 91765 has heretofore filed an application as described above in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the project, located at address indicated in the title of this Resolution, shall be referred to as "the application". On April 18, 1989, the City of Diamond Bar was established as a duly organized municipal corporation of the State of California. On said date, pursuant to the requirements of the California Government Code Section 57376, Title 21 and 22, the City Council of the City of Diamond Bar adopted its ordinance No. 14, thereby adopting the Los Angeles County Code as the ordinances of the City of Diamond Bar. Title 21 and 22 of the Los Angeles County Code contains the Development Code of the County of Los Angeles now currently applicable to development applications, in- cluding the subject application, within the City of Diamond . Bar. This Commission hereby finds that the proposed project described in this Resolution conforms to the General Plan of the City of Diamond Bar. (iv) On July 22, 1992 the Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the application, continued to and concluded said public hearing on September 28, 1992. (v) All legal prerequisites to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred. B. Resolution. NOW, THEREFORE, it is found, determined and resolved by the Planning Commission of the City of'Diamond Bar as follows: 1. The Planning commission hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitalsi Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct. 2. The PlanningCommission hereby finds that Negative Declaration has been prepared for this project in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970, as amended, and the Guidelines promulgated thereunder. 3. The Planning-- Commission - hereby '_ specifically finds and determines that, based upon the findings set forth below, and changes and alterations which have been incorporated into and conditioned upon the proposed project set forth in the, application, no significant adverse environmental effects will occur. 4. Based on the substantial evidence presented to the Planning Commission during the above -referenced public hearing opened on July 22, 1992, continued to and concluded on September 28, 1992, including written and oral staff reports, together with public testimony, and in conformance with the terms and provisions of California Government Code Sections 65360, the Planning Commission hereby specifically finds as follows: a. The subject property is located at 525 S. Grand Ave., parcel No. 2 of Parcel Map 15625 in the City of Diamond Bar and is located adjacent to Diamond Bar Honda. b. The property is located in Zone C -3 -DP -BE and allows this use by Conditional Use Permit. The site is approximately 1.21 acres in size and has been graded. C. The applicant's. request is for the construction of a fast food restaurant with drive through, approximately 4,292 sq. ft. in size. d. The property to the north is currently developed with Diamond Bar Honda Auto dealership, and the sites to south, east, and west are currently vacant. The site can be accessed via Grand Ave. and Brea Canyon Rd. e The subject site lies within the Diamond Bar General Plan commercial designation. The current zoning of the site is in compliance with the land use designation. f Notification of the public hearing for this project has been made. g. The design and layout of the proposed devel- 1. This permit shall not be effective for any purpose until a duly authorized ' represent- ative of the owner of the property involved has filed, at the office of Diamond Bar Community Development Department, his affidavit stating that the applicant is aware of, and accepts all the conditions of this permit; 2. That All requirements of the Zoning ordinance and of the underlying zoning of the subject property must be complied with, unless set forth in the permit and shown on the approved plans and a Development Program must be submitted to the Community Development Director before this permit can be exercised; 3 opment is consistent with the applicable ele- ments of the City's General Plan, design guidelines and architectural criteria of the appropriate district; h. The design and layout of the proposed devel- opment will not unreasonably interfere with the use and enjoyment of the neighboring ex- isting and future developments, and will not create traffic or pedestrians hazards; i. The architectural design of the proposed restaurant i ' s compatible with the character of the surrounding current and proposed development and will maintain the harmonious, ly, and attractive development orderly, contemplated by this Chapter and the General Plan of the City; j. The design of the proposed development would provide a desirable environment for its occu- pants and visiting public as well as its. neighbors - through good aesthetic use of materials, texture and color that will remain aesthetically appealing and will retain a reasonably adequate level of maintenance. k. The proposed use will not be detrimental to ' the public health, safety or welfare or be materially injurious to the properties or im- provements in the vicinity. 5. Based on the findings and conclusions set forth in paragraphs 1, 2, 3, and 4 above, the Planning Commission hereby approves the application subject to the following conditions: 1. This permit shall not be effective for any purpose until a duly authorized ' represent- ative of the owner of the property involved has filed, at the office of Diamond Bar Community Development Department, his affidavit stating that the applicant is aware of, and accepts all the conditions of this permit; 2. That All requirements of the Zoning ordinance and of the underlying zoning of the subject property must be complied with, unless set forth in the permit and shown on the approved plans and a Development Program must be submitted to the Community Development Director before this permit can be exercised; 3 3. That three copies of the revised plot plan marked Exhibit "All and conforming to such of the following conditions as can shown on a plan, shall be submitted for approval of the Community Development Director. The property shall thereafter be developed and maintained in substantial conformance with the approved plans. 4. That the applicant must, comply with all State, Zone C -3 -DP -BE, Engineering Department, and Building and Safety Department requirements. 5. This grant is valid for one year and must be exercised (i.e. construction started) within that period or this grant will expire. A one year extension may be requested in writing and submitted to the City 30 days prior to the expiration date. 6. That all grading, drainage plans and wall/fence plans shall conform to all City standards or as amended by this action. 7. All construction materials must comply with materials board approved by the Planning Commission and marked as Exhibit "A-111 and dated October 12, 1992. 8. The project must be developed in compliance with the landscape plan submitted to and approved by the community Development Director. 9. Notwithstanding any previous Subsection of this Resolution, if the Department of Fish and Game requires payment of a fee pursuant to Section 711.4 of the Fish and Game Code, payment thereof shall be made by the appli- cant prior to the issuance of any building permit or any other entitlement. 6. This Commission hereby provides notice to RUSSELL HAND that the time within which judicial review of the decision represented by this Resolution must be sought is governed by the provisions of the California Code of Civil Procedures Section 1094.6 7. The Planning Commission Secretary shall: . (a) Certify to the adoption of this Resolution; and 4 (b) Forthwith transmit a certified copy Of this Reso- lution, to Russell Hand at . the address as forth on the application. set APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS THE 12TH DAY OF OCTOBER, 1992 BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR. BY: Bruce Flamenbaum, Chairman I, James DeStefanof Planning Commission Secretary, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly introduced, passed, and adopted, by the Planning commission on the 12th day of October the following vote: AYES: COMMISSIONERS: NOES: COMMISSIONERS: ABSENT: 'COMMISSIONERS: ABSTAIN: COMMISSIONERS: ATTEST: James DeS�tefan`o, Secretary ROB\BKDR92-03.REs RESOLUTION NO. 92-19' A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR, APPROVING AMENDMENT (1) TO CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 89528 FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A COMMERCIAL COMPLEX TO INCLUDE A FAST FOOD RESTAURANT, AUTOMATED CAR WASH, THE EXPANSION OF THE EXISTING DIAMOND BAR HONDA DEALERSHIP FACILITY, AND TWO FREESTANDING SIGNS OVER SIX (6) FEET IN HEIGHT ON A 4.8 ACRE SITE LOCATED AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF GRAND AVE. AND BREA CANYON ROAD AND NORTH OF STATE ROUTE 60 FREEWAY, DIAMOND BAR, CALIFORNIA, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF. A. Recitals (i) Russell Hand, P.O. Box 4655, Diamond Bar, CA 91765, has heretofore filed an application for approval of an Amendment (1) to Conditional Use Permit No. 89528 as described in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Conditional Use Permit . 89528(1) is referred to as "the Application" (ii) On April 18, 1989, the City of Diamond Bar was established as a duly organized municipal corporation of the State of California. On said date, pursuant to the requirements of the California. Government Code Section 57376, Title 21 and 22, the City Council of the City of Diamond Bar adopted its Ordinance No. 14, thereby adopting the Los Angeles County Code as the ordinances of the City of Diamond Bar. Title 21 and 22 of the Los Angeles County Code contains the Development Code of the County of Los Angeles now currently applicable to development applications, including the subject application, within the City of Diamond Bar. (iii) This Commission hereby finds that the proposed project described in this Resolution conforms to the General Plan of the City of Diamond Bar. (iv) On July 13, 1992 the Planning Commission of the. City of Diamond Bar conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the application, continued and concluded said public hearing on September 28, 1992. (v) All legal prerequisites to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred. B. Resolution. NOW, THEREFORE, it is found, determined and resolved by the Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar as follows: 1 1. This Planning Commission hereby specifically finds that all of facts set forth in the Recitals, Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct. 2. The Planning Commission hereby finds , that a Negative Declaration has been prepared in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970, as amended, and the Guidelines -promulgated thereunder, -and j- further; 3. The Planning Commission hereby specifically finds and determines that, based upon the findings set forth below, and changes and alterations which have been incorporated into and .conditioned upon the proposed project set forth in the application, no significant adverse environmental effects will occur; 4. Based upon the findings and conclusion set forth herein, this Commission, in conformance with Title 22 of the Los Angeles County Code as heretofore adopted and amended by the City Council, hereby finds as follows: (a) The application applies to the property located at Grand Ave., Brea Canyon Road and State Route 60 Freeway, also identified as Parcel Map 15625, zoned C -3 -DP -BE and within the commercial land use designation, witha gross area of 4.8 acres subdivided into four parcels, and is currently partially developed with Diamond Bar Honda Auto Sales and accessory facilities located on parcel No. 1; and (b) That the requested use at the location will not: (i) Adversely affect the health, peace, comfort or welfare of persons residing in the surrounding area, or (ii) Be materially detrimental to the use, enjoyment or valuation of property of other persons located in the vicinity of the site, or (iii) Jeopardize, endanger or otherwise constitute a menace to public health, safety or general welfare; and (c) That the proposed site is adequate in size and shape to accommodate the yards, walls, parking facilities, landscaping and other development features prescribed in this approval; and (d) That the proposed site is adequately served: (i) By highways or streets of. suf f icient width and improved as necessary to carry the kind and I quantity of traffic such use would generate, and (ii) By other public or private service facilities as are required. 2 5. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth herein, this Commission, in conformance with the General Plan hereby finds as follows: (a) The project is consistent with the General Plan; (b) The project, as proposed and conditioned herein, complies with all other applicable requirements of State law and local ordinances. 6. Based on the findings and conclusions set forth in paragraphs 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 above, this Commission hereby approves the application subject to the following restrictions as to use and standard conditions contained within this document: 7. For the purpose of this Resolution, the site plan, landscape and irrigation plan, and sign plan, as approved by the Planning Commission on September 28,- 1992, marked Exhibit "All and date stamped, as referenced herein shall conform to the following: Planning Division Conditions: 1. This approval shall apply to the Amendment (1) Conditional Use Permit No 89528 for the approved development of the Parcel No. 2, for a fast food restaurant with drive through, approximately 4,292 square feet and an occupancy limit of 126 persons. 2. Fifty one (51) parking spaces shall be provided as shown on the approved site plan. Parking and landscaping must be provided as approved and shall be in compliance with City requirements. Parking provided shall be at least 60 percent standard size parking stalls. Any alterations 'must be approved by the Planning Commission or its designee. Lot No. 2 is approved for 47 (91 X 91) parking stalls, 2 handicapped stalls, and 2 Recreational Vehicle (101 X 201) parking stalls for a total of 51 stalls.. 3. Materials used for the exterior finish shall be eggshell stucco above a San Simeon base trim. The roof will be topped with clay roof tile known as Bermuda Blend. Additional trim will feature white gray Vermillion ceramic tile. 4. Internal direction indicators encouraging traffic to Brea Canyon Rd exit shall be painted on drive aisles. 5. A 10' x 10' monument sign located at the Grand Ave. entrance to the parcel displaying the Burger King logo is approved as shown. 3 6. The parcel shall implement the approved sign program as approved by Planning Commission and dated September 28, 1992. 7. This approval shall not be effective for any purpose until the permittee and the owner of the property involved (if other than the permittee) have filed, at the City of Diamond Bar Planning Department, their affidavit stating acceptance of all conditions of this approval. Additionally, this approval shall conform with conditions of Parcel Map 15625. 8. The Conditional Use Permit approval shall expire, unless extended pursuant to the City codes and ordinances, if building permits are not issued or approved use has not commenced within twelve (12) months from the date of,approval. 9. Occupancy of the facilities shall not commence until such time as all Uniform Building Code, State Fire Marshall's regulations, and the Los Angeles County Department, of Health Services regulations have been complied with. 10. A freestanding pylon sign 25 feet above top of curb (Grand Ave.) to the highest point of the sign. The location of said sign is approved to be located on parcel No. 4. The sign shall be installed as shown on approved sign program with fascia not to exceed 336 square feet. Remaining signage within the center shall conform to the sign plan approved for the center. All proposed signs must be submitted to the Planning Department for final approval. 11. All appropriate permits shall be obtained prior to issuance of Certificate of Occupancy. 12. The subject parcels shall be developed, maintained, and operated in full compliance with the conditions set forth in this approval, the schedule of the development program as required by code and all laws, statutes, ordinances, or other regulations applicable to any development or activity on the subject parcels. 13. Notice is hereby given that the Planning Commission may, after conducting a public hearing, revoke or modify this approval if the Planning Commission finds these conditions to have been violated. 14. All conditions of approval on CUP 89528, not amended as a part of this action, shall remain in.full force and effect. 8. This Commission hereby provides notice to RUSSELL HAND that the time within which judicial review of the decision represented by this Resolution must be sought is governed by the provisions of 4 the California Code of Civil Procedures Section 1094.6 9. The Planning Commission Secretary Shall: (a) Certify to the adoption of this Resolution; and (b) Forthwith transmit a certified copy of this Resolution, by certified mail, return receipt request, to: RUSSELL HAND at their addressed as set forth on the Application. APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 12th DAY OF OCTOBER, 1992 BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR Bruce Flamenbaum, Chairman I, James DeStefano, Planning Commission Secretary, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly introduced, passed, and adopted by the Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar, at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission held on the 12th day of October, 1992, by the following vote: AYES: COMMISSIONERS: NOES: COMMISSIONERS: ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: ABSTAIN: COMMISSIONERS: ATTEST: James DeStefano, Secretary F:XWP51XW0RK\R0B189528(A).RES 9 Agenda Item 4. — CUP No. 89528/DR No. 92.03 Plans found in project file. AGENDA ITEM NO. 3 611111 v 01-8 ikel 11:1 W—WA M-1 I A presentation intended to introduce the Planning Commission to the proposed 170 acre Master Plan. Attached is a copy of the lastest Master Plan Alternative. SOUTH POINTE MASTER PLAN CITY OF DIAMOND BAR ALTERNATIVE 4 A. TDAPCIEAO t SONS .-I AG APCIfnO tlDxG 9f Du L33 AG 11—T-1 Na11AD01 PPPDEVELOPYENT LPATEL f990U. A].9f AC DEVELOPMENT et] AE. PgOPOG(O DIT PASA: nlTrnL ToctNa 514011 6ii AG F(fiv' U`eA5lr lYVA 9.61 AC. PATEL 'CIi'/OF OIAYONO OAP foto AC NG CO lrAL OF1FICE11.ECTAL MTU e1 SI. fA.S] AG C..-.—. ]1Te95J. 115 AG TgtY ]]9.A36 iFiF. THE PLANNING ASSOCIATES 9133 AIPwAY AYENUC GU(TE P.f COGTA VESA. CA 916]fi IiY1536-lI00 L1Ai[. OCi UDLk 1, 1'101 PnorzcT AgfA: AGENDA ITEM NUMBER: REPORT DATE: MEETING DATE: CASE/FILE NUMBER: APPLICATION REQUEST: PROPERTY LOCATION: APPLICANT: PROPERTY OWNER: City of Diamond Bar PLANNING COMMISSION Staff Report 4 September 25, 1992 October 12, 1992 Planned Sign Program No. 92-1 A request to develop a Planned Sign Program for. a commercial shopping center, approval of three additional wall signs, and a canopy sign. Sunset Village 1241 S. Grand Avenue Brilliant Signs Inc. 1648 N. O'Donnell Way Orange, CA 92667 A & J Properties C/o D.W.A. Smith & Co., 1300 Quail St. #106 Newport Beach, CA 92660 The applicant, Brilliant Signs Inc. and A & J Properties, is requesting approval of a Planned Sign Program for an existing retail shopping center, approximately 2. 65 acres, named Sunset Village. The project site is located within a C -3 -BE (Unlimited Commercial Zone -Billboard Exclusion) zone and has a land use designation of C (General Commercial) according to the General Plan. Generally, the following uses surround the subject site: to the north is C -3 -BE zone; to the south R-3-8,000; to the west is C -3 -BE; to the east is R-1-8,000. 1 The purpose and intent of the Sign Ordinance is to encourage the use of modest signs which are harmonious with existing signs, to assure the appropriate level of review, and as much as is feasible, to bring existing signs into compliance with the provisions of the Sign Ordinance while giving due regard for the needs of the .business community. The Ordinance also states that when more than one wall sign is requested in a commercial center, Planning Commission review and approval is required. ' The applicant is requesting three additional signs for the center and therefore is required to obtain Planning Commission review and approval. The Sign Ordinance encourages Planned Sign Programs to be obtained for commercial centers to guarantee that the.purpose and intent of the Sign Ordinance is met. A Planned Sign Program also allows a center to apply for more than one wall sign for review and approval by staff. The results, if approved, is a much more timely review for future individual submittals when the Planned Sign Program criteria is met. APPLICATION ANALYSIS: The center consists of twelve tenant spaces of which 9 are occupied. Each tenant currently has one illuminate channel letter wall sign located on the facia above their unit and a space on the existing monument sign located at Grand Avenue. Existing wall signs for the shopping center consists of illumin- ated channel lettering with company logos in a variety of colors - red, blue, white,yellow and green, a variety of letter styles which vary in height from 6 inches to 24 inches. All signs as they exist have been permitted and are considered legal or legal non- conforming. The applicant is proposing three additional wall signs along with a Planned Sign Program. As per the City's sign code, Section 108.A.1. Special Conditions• No permit shall be issued for a wall sign in a multi -use building or commercial center in which more than one sign is proposed without Planning Commission review and approval. The applicant, working with staff, is presenting a Planned Sign Program for review. The following incorporates City standards and the applicant's. request of a Planned Sign Program for the Sunset Village retail shopping center. 2 DEFINITIONS: For definitions refer to the Sign Ordinance of the City of Diamond Bar. TENANT SIGNAGE: REQUEST 1. WALL SIGNS Individual uses shall have a maximum area of 1.25 sq. ft. per lineal foot of frontage, to a maximum of 125 sq. ft. per use. Sign shall not exceed 80% of unit frontage. Individually internally illuminated channel letters shall be utilized. Lettering style shall be Helvetica Regular in white with returns and trimcaps painted dark bronze and a maximum site of 24 inches. Corporate logos, maximum height of 24 inches, in corporate colors, may be permitted on individual basis and shall count toward maximum sign area otherwise permitted. The sign band area of the individual letters shall be centered vertically ' and horizontally. Special Conditions: Wall signs for units E and G, shall share the angled facia, be centered vertically and horizontally, and not exceed 80% of the angled facia length. Units A and M may have signage on the side facia of their units. This signage area shall be shared with the allowable sign area calculated on the basis of 1.25 square feet per lineal foot of frontage. 2. CANOPYJAWNING SIGNS 1. WALL SIGNS Individual uses shall have a maximum sign area of 1.25 sq. ft. per 1 lineal foot of frontage, to a maximum of 125 sq. ft. per use. Sign shall not exceed 80% of building frontage. Maximum number - 1 per outer wall. Special Conditions: No permit shall be issued for a wall sign in a multi -use building or commercial center in which more than one sign Is proposed without Planning Commission review and approval. 2. CANOPYLAWNING-SIGNS Shall be 5 ft. by 1.5 ft. Shall be limited to letters or 3 totaling to 7.5 sq. ft. in area. A maximum of one per use. COPY is limited to letters and numbers no greater than 6 inches in height designating name of the business. Lettering shall be white. Background shall be painted teal with trim in light rust brown matching the existing monument sign. Corners shall be painted ember glow (refer to attached exhibit, page .9). Special Conditions: The canopy sign used for unit E, F, or G shall be 3 ft. in height and 12.8 feet in length which does not exceed 80% of the angled facia length. 3• WINDOW SIGNS Shall comply with the City's sign ordinance. 4. MONUMENT SIGNS Shall not exceed 6 ft. in height and 72 sq. ft. in area and a maximum of one monument sign per frontage along a public street. The existing monument sign is 6 ft. in height with a sign face area of 48 sq. ft. Colors are as follows: background - ember glow with a heavy texture finish with overlays in light rust brown and teal vinyl; "Sunset" in white acrylic plastic to show through the overlays; and "Village', is light rust brown vinyl overlay. The sign face area has 12 compartments for the identification of each tenant. These compartments shall be 4 numbers no greater than 7 inches in height designating business name or address. One per use. 3• WINDOW SIGNS Shall not exceed a maximum area of 25 % of contiguous window area or 100 sq. ft. whichever is less. Locations - 1st. and 2nd. floor only. 4. MONUMENT SIGNS Freestanding monument sign for a commercial center shall have a maximum sign area of 72 sq. ft. and a maximum height of 6 ft. One 'sign per frontage along a public street. special Conditions: . Shall not be counted toward maximum sign area otherwise permitted. white acrylic plexiglass with copy in red vinyl overlay (refer to attach exhibit, page 10). Address number shall be added to the monument sign - minimum size of numerals per Fire Department requirements is 6 inches. 5. TEMPORARY SIGNS Shall comply with the City's sign ordinance. 61 5. TEMPORARY SIGNS Banners and Inflatable signs: a. Windblown devices including but not limited to pennants, streamers, and banners, may be placed upon property commercially zoned and utilized as such, erected for the purpose of advertising a special event of special sale, may be permitted subject to the review and approval of the Community Development Director. b. Tethered balloons and/pr inflatable devices erected for the purpose of advertising a special event or special sale, may be placed upon freeway oriented commercial property subject to the approval of the Community Development Director. c. All temporary signs within this section are subject to review and approval by the Community Development Director as to the sign location, design,. color, size, height, and other considerations. d. The maximum sign area for banners is one (1) sq. ft. of signage per lineal ft. of frontage. e. - Tethered balloons and/or inflatable devices may not exceed a height of 60 ft. from grade. f. A maximum of 4 permits may be approved ' for any single business location within a calendar.. _ year. -with the cumulative total of display days not to exceed 60 days. g. No sign permitted in this sectio ' n shall restrict, pedestrian or vehicular traffic, impair motorist visibility, create a hazard, or impair the visibility of signs on or off the premises. h. Application shall be made on forms provided by the City. A fee of $25.00 shall be submitted with the application form to cover the Cost of the cost of processing the sign permit. Exhibit "All dated October 12, 1992 is the Planned Sign Program submitted by the applicant. Exhibit "A-111 are amendments which staff would like to incorporated into the applicant's Planned Sign Program. The amendments include the following: 1. Wall Signs: The colors and lettering style are not stated in *Exhibit "A". Exhibit "A-111 states lettering style to be Helvetica Regular, and colors of the letters to be white with returns and trimcaps painted dark bronze. Staff believes that these amendments will give consistency to appearance of the shopping center. 2. Canopy and Awning Signs: Special Conditions: This amendment refers to the addition of a canopy sign below the angled facia. The reason for this is that units E, F, and G have been constructed without a sign band for the mounting of wall signs. The applicant would like to add an extension to the angled facia. Staff feels that the extension is not compatible with the existing facia and suggests a canopy sign be used instead. 3. Monument Sign: Each tenant has a compartment on the monument sign. At this time, several colors and lettering styles are being used to identify tenants. Staff feels that the lettering style and color should be consistent to create uniformity within the monument sign and consistency within the shopping center. Therefore, staff is recommending the color be red and the lettering style be Helvetica Regular. Also, address numbers shall be added per the Sign ordinance and Fire Department. 4. Temporary signs: Temporary signs are not permitted by the Sign ordinance. At this time, there is an interim ordinance allowing temporary signs. Since, this ordinance is - for a specific time, staff feel that all temporary signs shall comply with the City ordinance rather than a Planned Sign Program. Staff feels that the incorporation of these amendments will create a more effective Planned Sign Program. The three additional signs are to be located on the side of unit M and in an area of the where units E, F (Sylvan Learning Center has existing sign), and G meet (refer attached exhibit, site plan page 12). Units E, F, and G are angled in such away that they do not have individual facias to their units but share one facia. With the three additional wall signs, there will be a total of 13 wall signs. The applicant has proposed a new facia for the area shared by units E, F, and G (refer to attached exhibit, page 8). After visiting the site and reviewing the proposed Planned Sign Program, staff feels that the proposed facia is not compatible with the existing architectural style of the shopping center. Staff feels it gives the appearance of an architectural feature that is an after thought. Staff would rather see the applicant use a larger canopy sign, as per the proposed Planned Signed Program, to be suspended underneath the angled facia for one of the units, and the other two proposed wall signs - located on the existing facia, to be sized appropriately, centered horizontally and vertically, and not exceed 80% of the angle facials length. Colors, design and letter style will need to comply with the Planned Sign Program for canopy signs., A Planned Sign Program will be beneficial for the shopping center. As the signs in the shopping center exist, there is no consistency. The existing signs vary in color, lettering style, lettering size and placement. A Planned Sign will create consistency in lettering size, style, and color. It will establish uniformity in placement and fulfill the purpose and intent of the Sign ordinance. It would give the shopping center a neat and orderly appearance. A Planned Sign Program will also streamline the review process. If the Planned Sign Program is approved, it will become effective immediately. Staff recommends that it remain in force for five (5) years. Some of the effect of the Planned Sign Program will not be seen immediately, but over a period of time as new tenants lease 7 space and signs are replaced. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT: The environmental evaluation shows that the proposed Planned Sign Program wil I -not have- -a significant n -'t---- effect on - the environment and is categorically exempt pursuant to Section 15301.Class 1. (g) of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING: A Planned Sign Program review by the Planning Commission does not require a public hearing. ' RECOMMENDATIONS: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approved the Planned Sign Program, Findings of Fact, and conditions as listed within the attached resolution. Prepared by: Ann J. L14fifgu PlanninTechni Attachments: Draft Resolution of Approval Proposed Planned Sign Program - Exhibit "All dated October 12, 1992 Exhibit 70A-111 Amendment Photographs Application 8 RESOLUTION NO. 92 -XX A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR APPROVING PLANNED SIGN PROGRAM NO. 92-1 AND CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION (SECTION 15301 B. (g),, Class 1) AN APPLICATION FOR A PLANNED SIGN PROGRAM AND THREE WALL SIGNS FOR A COMMERCIAL SHOPPING CENTER LOCATED AT 1241 GRAND AVENUE. BETWEEN DIAMOND BAR BLVD. AND ROLLING KNOLL DRIVE. A. Recitals 1. Brilliant Signs Inc.and A & J Properties have filed an application for Planned Sign Program No. 92-1 for Sunset Village Shopping Center located at 1241 Grand Ave., Dia- mond Bar, Los Angeles County, Calif ornia, as described in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Development Review application is referred to as "Application". 2. On -April 18, 1989,• the City, of Diamond Bar was established as a duly organized municipal organization of the State of California. on said date, pursuant to the requirements of the California Government Code Section 57376, Title 21 and 22, the City Council of the City of Diamond Bar adopted its Ordinance No. 1, thereby adopting the Los -Angeles County Code as the ordinances of the City of Diamond Bar. Title 21 and 22 of the Los Angeles County,Code contains the Development Code of the County of Los Angeles now currently applicable to development applications, including the subject Application, within the City of Diamond Bar. 3. This Commission hereby finds that the proposed project described in this Resolution conforms to the General Plan of the City of Diamond Bar. 4. The Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar, on Oct 12, 1992 conducted a public meeting on said Appli- cation. 5. All legal prerequisites to the adoption of this Resolu- tion have occurred. B. Resolution NOW, THEREFORE, it is found, determined and resolved by the Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar as follows: 1 1. The Planning Commission hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals, Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct. 2. The Planning Commission hereby finds and determines that the project identified above in this Resolution is categorically- exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970, as Amended, and guidelines promulgated thereunder, pursuant to Section 15301. Class 1. B. (9) of Division 6 of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations. 3. The Planning Commission hereby specifically finds and determines that, having considered the record as a whole, there is no evidence before the Commission that the project as proposed by the Application, and conditioned for approval herein, will have the potential of an adverse effect on wildlife resources or the habitat upon which the wildlife depends. Based upon substantial evidence presented in the record before the Commission, the Commission hereby rebuts the presumption of adverse effect contained in Section 753.5 (d) of Title 14 of the California Codeof Regulations. Notwithstanding the provisions of this paragraph, the Applicant shall pay all fees required for the filing of a Notice of Determination and any other fees imposed by the California Department of Fish and Game prior to the issuance of any building permits. 4. Based upon substantial evidence presented to the Planning Commission during the above public hearing and oral testimony provide at the hearing, the Commission hereby specifically finds as follows: (a) The project relates to a site of approximately 2.65 acres called Sunset I Village Shopping Center which is 'comprised of retail shops, a restaurant, and learning center and is within the C -3 -BE zone with General Plan designation of General Commercial (C), on the west side of Grand Ave. between Diamond Bar Blvd., and Rolling Knoll Dr., City of Diamond Bar, California. (b) Generally, property to the north is C -3 -BE zone; property to the south is R -3-8,000-30U zone; property to the east is R-1-8,000 zone; and property to the west is C -3 -BE zone. (c) The subject site for the project is adequately served by Grand Ave. and Diamond Bar Blvd. P�I (d) The nature, condition, and size of the site has been considered. The site is adequate in size to accommodate the use. (e) This project is in compliance with the General Plan. (f) This project is in compliance with the Sign Ordinance. (g) Approval of impact on commercial detrimental property of and will welfare of area. this project will not adjacent or adjoining uses. It will not to the use, enjoyment, other persons located not adversely affect persons residing in have an adverse residential or be materially or valuation of in the vicinity the health or the surrounding 5. Based 'upon the substantial evidence and conclusion set forth herein above -in paragraphs 1, 2, 3, 4, and conditions set f orth below in this Resolution, presented s . to the Planning Commision on October 12, 1992, public hearing as set forth. above, the Commission, hereby finds and concludes as follows: (a) The project shall substantially conform to all plans dated October 12, 1992 as submitted to and approved by the Planning commission labeled Exhibit "All and "A-111. (b) The applicant shall submit to the City, within 30 days of approval of this grant, a revised Planned Sign Program which incorporate the amendments of Exhibit "A-111 into Exhibit "All dated October 12, 1992. (c) This grant shall not be effective -f or any purpose until the permittee and owner of the property involved (if other than the permittee) have filed, at the City of Diamond Bar Community Development Department, their affidavit stating that they are aware of and agree to accept all the conditions of this grant. Further, this grant shall not be effective until the permittee pays remaining Planning'Division processing fees. (d) It is hereby declared that and made a condition of this permit that if any condition hereof is violated, or if any law, statue, or. ordinance is violated, the permit may be revoked; provided that the applicant has been given written notice to 3 cease such violation and has failed to do so for a period of thirty (30) days. (e) This approval is valid for five (5) years. (f) This Commission hereby provides notice to Brilliant Signs and A & J Properties that the time within which judicial review of the decision represented by this Resolution must be sought is governed by the provisions of the California Code of Civil Procedures Section 1994.6' The Planning Commission shall: (a) Certify to the adoption of this Resolution; and (b) Forthwith transmit a certified copy of this Resolution, , by certified mail, to Brilliant Signs located at 1648 N. ,O'Donnell Way, Orange, CA 92667 and A & J Properties located at 1300 Quail St. #106, Newport Beach, CA 92660. APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS THE 12TH DAY OF OCTOBER, 1992, BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR. BY: Bruce Flamenbaum, Chairman I, James Destefano, Secretary of the Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly introduced, passed, and adopted, at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission held on. the 12th day of October, 1992, by the following vote: AYES: [COMMISSIONERS:] NOES: [COMMISSIONERS:] ABSENT: [COMMISSIONERS:] ABSTAIN: [COMMISSIONERS:] ATTEST: James DeStefano, Secretary 4 PLANNED SIGN PROGRAM NO. 92-1 EXHIBIT "A-111 DEFINITIONS: For definitions refer to the Sign Ordinance of the City of Diamond Bar. (Ordinance No.5, 1991) TENANT SIGNAGE: 1. Wall Signs for individual uses shall have a maximum area of 1.25 square feet per use. Signs shall not exceed 80% of unit frontage. Individually internally illuminated channel letters shall be utilized. Lettering style shall be Helvetica Regular in white with returns and trimcaps painted dark bronze and a maximum size of 24 inches. Corporate logos, a maximum height of 24 inches, in corporate colors, may be permitted on case by case basis and shall count toward maximum sign area otherwise permitted. The sign band area of the individual letters shall be located on the facia, centered vertically and horizontally. Special Condition: Wall signs for units E and G shall share the angled facia, centered vertically and horizontally, and not exceed 80% of the angled facia length. Units- A and M may have a wall sign on the side facia of their unit. This signage area shall be shared with the allowable sign area calculated on the basis of 1.25 square feet per lineal foot of .frontage not to exceed 125 square feet of sign face area. 2. CANOPY AND AWNING SIGNS shall be 5 feet by 1.5 feet equaling to 7.5 square feet in area. A maximum of one per use. Copy is limited to letters and numbers.no greater than 6 inches in height designating name of the business. Lettering shall be white background shall be painted teal with trim in light rust brown matching the existing monument sign. Corners shall be painted ember glow (refer to attach exhibit, Page 9) . Special Condition: The canopy sign used for unit E, F, or G shall be 3 feet in height and 12.81 'in length which does not exceed 80% of the angled facia length. 3. MONUMENT SIGN shall not exceed 6 feet in height and 72 square feet in area and a maximum -of one monument sign per frontage along public streets as per the City's sign ordinance. The existing monument sign is 6 feet in height.with a sign face area of 48 square feet. 'Colors are as follows: background - ember glow with a heavy texture finish with overlays in light rust brown and teal vinyl; "Sunset" in white acrylic plastic to show through the overlays; and "Village" to be light rust brown vinyl overlay. The sign face area has 12 compartments s for identification of each tenant. These compartments shall be white acrylic plexiglass with copy in red vinyl over lay (refer to attached exhibit, page 10 and lettering style shall be Helvetica Regular. Address number shall be added to the monument sign. 4. TEMPORARY SIGN requirements shall comply with the City's sign ordinance. DRILLIRNT SIGNS INC. TEL No.7149986843 Jul 23,92 11:38 No.005 P.03 ..,,...........•..w,a.r........,..»..,.....-.+....,..r.......,..Mv.ao,rw.r...u.....u.n...s.4N+.uoo.msarw.•u�,,..�. �.��::.�..ikifrr�,..._� ' CITY OF DIAMOND BAR Case# P5Pg2_ -o i a � CONDYUNITY DEVELOP DEPART.tV1 M Pecvd 21660 E. Copley Drive Suite 190 Fee $500 DEPOSIT (714)396-6676 Fax (714)861-3117 Receipt 787 PL,ANNF•O SIGN PROGRAM BY ALL REQUIRED INF017MA2'ION MUST BE SUMMED WITH THIS APPLICA770M PRIOR TO BEING SCHEDULED FOR REVZEW BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION. flfaorpA 77 nergsss�rtopyerlties Applicant Applicant's Agcnk (None) Nsme_G/c�_D_.W.�. smite &it7oagfxlc- nrilliant_si�s Inc. (Lost nmo first) Address 1300 Wil St. 1648 N.. O'Donnell Way Sua.te #106 - - city_ 111 tMiear.—cb._CA 6ran-ge. CA sip 92660 92667 Phone (714) 851-1233 (714) 998-2622 (Attach ssparate shoat it necessary, including names, • addresses, and signatures a£ members of partnershipo, joint veraturee, and directore of corporations) CM -9 NTr I con to the submi s'on o'i the proposed planned firIgn Program app Icatlon anying this aunt By: D.W.A. h & Cpmpayiy, nc.h Managing Agent Date July 22,* 1992 Cartd1loat:10fir I, tart underalpad, hereby cart;,Uy under penalty of perjury that than information herein provided In correct to the boat of my knowledge. Printed Name: Brilliant signs, Inc.' (MUCRK or Signed Date e;nnt or e,ntY Location. 1241 So. Grand, Diammd Bar, CA (Street address or tract and tot nueber) zoning (-3 -- 7'3E am III t� � Previous Cases Present Us* of site... Retail Commercial Center Use applied for SjQM Prngram project size (gross acres) Project density Number of Signs (total) 15 # of Wall Signs Number of Monument signs 1 # of canopy/awnings signs, (freestanding) APPLICUT NgBT PROViDR STANDARDS FOR INDIV=DUL SIZE, COLOR, MATERIALS AND LA'i'TlpRXM Or EACH TIPS OF FRWO fie+ 8109, p7EAM WOM: The PLnwd Sign program L Kbjeet to o mviea fes of S73.0G ger bww (SSeou u iios No. 91.54). M* 6W" may not awor sS news oLt M to the eootpiaion of yoae P (C• Peine m Snai s Pmd at your Pt*C4 01 f s mwt bs Pdd ac bUSIRW p"u WM sot bs leaned. PAGE TWO PLANNED SIGN PROGRAM A site plan must be provided that indicates the existing buildings, stories, building entrances and/or each unit, location of proposed type of signs, landscape, parking and existing monument signs. Where each building unit is oriented (freeway, parking, public right a way, etc.) How will signs be attached to buildings 2 See our attachment detail on drawings. Photographs of applicants commercial center and surrounding commercial center signs in sight distance must accompany the application. APPLICANT MUST PROVIDE 1S FULL SIZE AND 30 REDUCED OF ALL SITE PLANS REQUESTED. LEGAL DESCRIPTION AND TITLE REPORT (LESS THEAN 90 DAYS OLD) (all ownership comprising the proposed lots)/parcel(s) See attached. For further information the Diamond Bar Sigh Ordiance, Section 110 applies to the Planned Sign Program. Additional information may be required to be submitted, prior to review by the Planning Commission. 1648 N. O'Donnell Way, Orange, California 92667 ■ Phone 714-998-2622 FAX 714-998-6843 SUNSET VILLAGE SHOPPING CENTER CITY OF DIAMOND BAR This application is for a sign program for an existing shopping center at 1241 South Grand Avenue, Diamond Bar. This is a retail shopping center with twelve tenant spaces and room for parking. Each tenant currently has one illuminated channel letter wall sign on the existing fascia. This sign program would like to allow the following: A. There is one corner area of this L-shaped shopping center that has one common fascia for three tenant signs. We propose to extend the fascia . for this problem area so that it will extend beyond the roof line, thereby accommodating three sets of illuminated channel letters (one for each tenant). B. There are two corner suites. We request one additional sign for each corner tenant so that they will each have two signs, one for each elevation. A Professional Statement in Architectural and Custom Illuminated Signs m ki 11 19 TABLE OF CONTENTS A. INTRODUCTION...........................................I B. GENERAL LANDLORD/TENANT REQUIREMENTS ...................I C. GENERAL SIGN SPECIFICATIONS ..............................2 D. UNDERCANOPY SIGNS......................................3 E. TENANT SIGNAGE.........................................3 F. FREESTANDING MONUMENT FOR COMMERCIAL CENTER ............4 G. TEMPORARY BANNERS......................................4 H. PROHIBITED SIGNS........................................4 I. ABANDONMENT OF SIGNS...................................5 J. INSPECTION..............................................6 0 SIGN PROGRAM: SUNSET VILLAGE 1241 So. Grand Diamond Bar, CA LANDLORD: c/o D.W.A. SMITH & COMPANY, INC. 1300 Quail Street, Suite 106 Newport Beach, CA 92660 Tel: (714) 851-1244 Fax: (714) 851-1804 SIGN CONTRACTOR: Brilliant Signs, Inc. 1648 North O'Donnell Way Orange, CA 92667. Attention: Barbara Cohen Tel: (714) 998-2622 Fax: (714) 998-6843 ii U INTRODUCTION This sign program has been established for the purpose of assuring an outstanding shopping center. The intent of the following sign criteria is to offer the tenant maximum exposure and achieve a visually coordinated, balanced and appealing sign environment, yet at the same time allow individual graphic expression that will be harmonious with the architecture of the project. Performance of this Sign Program shall be rigorously enforced and any non- conforming signs shall be removed by the tenant or his sign contractor at their expense, upon demand by Landlord. Exception to these standards shall be reviewed by the Landlord and his sign contractor. However, based upon our field experience, deviations will generally result in serious inequities between tenants. Accordingly, the Landlord, through his Sign Contractor will retain full rights of approval of any sign used in the center. No sign shall be installed until such approvals have been granted in writing by Landlord and necessary City building permits. GENERAL LANDLORDITENANT REQUIREMENTS: 1. The tenant shall submit for approval by D.W.A. Smith & Company, Inc., three [3] copies of the detailed shop drawings of proposed sign/s (one in full color) indicating conformance with the criteria herein outlined in this Sign Program and sent to: D.W.A. SMITH & COMPANY, INC. 1300 Quail Street, Suite 106 Newport Beach, CA 92660 2. Tenant shall submit a signed drawing approved by the Landlord and/or Sign Contractor to the Planning Department of the City of Diamond Bar for approval/ permits prior to the start of any sign construction or fabrication. 1 3. The Tenant shall pay for all signs, their installation (including final inspection) and maintenance. 4. The Tenant shall obtain all necessary permits. 5. The Tenant shall be responsible for fulfillment of all requirements of this Sign Program. 6. The Landlord shall provide primary electrical service terminations at the center of the allowed area. 7. It is the responsibility of the Tenant's sign company to verify all conduit and transformer locations and service prior to fabrication. 8. The location of all signs shall be per the accompanying design program. 9. All signs shall be of materials compatible with exterior color, materials and finishes and be of high quality fabrication. 10. Should a sign be removed, it is the Tenant's responsibility to patch all holes and paint wails to match existing color of center. C. GENERAL SIGN SPECIFICATIONS: 1. All signs and their installation shall comply with all local building and electrical codes. 2. All electrical signs will be fabricated by a U.L. approved sign company, according to U.L. approved label affixed to side in a clearly visible location. 3. Sign company to be fully licensed with city and state and shall have full workman's compensation insurance. 4. All penetrations of exterior facia are to be sealed airtight in color and finish to match existing exterior. IN, 5. Internal illumination to be 30 milliamp neon installation labelled in accordance with the National Board of Fire Underwriters Specifications. 6. The Tenant shall take the responsibility of providing primary electrical service (110 volt, unless otherwise specified). Junction boxes are to be located behind the wall and centered within the allowed signage area. D. UNDERCANOPY SIGNS: 1. Purpose - To identify tenants by name for pedestrian traffic within Merchants Centre as allowed by Landlord. 2. Location - All undercanopy signs shall be placed underneath the canopy structure within ten (10) feet vertical distance separating the base of the undercanopy sign from the sidewalk and centered above the tenant's primary public entrance. 3. Construction Materials: 3/4" fiberboard painted project colors with vinyl graphics onto sintra and installed on 1/8" airline cable. Copy: White Letter Height: 7" maximum Project Color: To be approved by landlord on a case by case basis. E. TENANT SIGNAGE: 1. Wall Signs: Individually internally illuminated channel letters only. Sign cabinets, boxes or cans shall not be permitted. Only one set of channel letters per Tenant shall be permitted. Corner stores may be permitted to have signs on the East and West elevations. a. Letter height and length shall not exceed the specific maximum area indicated in this program and the Orange city code. Maximum letter height shall not exceed 24" in height. 3 b. Wall signs shall be centered vertically and horizontally in the sign band. C. Width of sign should not exceed 80% of any Tenant's leasehold. d. Sign not to exceed .25 square foot per 1 linear foot of frontage. e. Colors - To be approved by Landlord on a case by case basis. f. Logo's may be permitted on a case by case basis only. g. Colors - To be approved by Landlord on a case by case basis. 2. Window Signs: a. Only one window sign per outside wall shall be permitted. b. Sign not to exceed 25% of contingent window area or 100 square feet, whichever is less. C. Colors - to be at the discretion of Landlord. F. FREESTANDING MONUMENT FOR COMMERCIAL CENTER: Maximum Area: 72 square feet Maximum Number: 1 sign per frontage along public streets Maximum Height: 6 feet G. TEMPORARY BANNERS: A temporary banner may be permitted for a 60 day period per annum. rd H. PROHIBITED SIGNS: 1. Signs Constituting__a Traffic Hazards: No person shall install or maintain, or cause to be installed or maintained, any sign which simulates or imitates in size, color, lettering or design any traffic sign or signal, or which makes use of the words "STOP," "LOOK," "DANGER" or any words, phrases, symbols, or characters in such a manner as to interfere with, mislead or confuse traffic. 2. Immoral or Unlawful Advertising: It shall be unlawful for any person to exhibit, post or display or cause to be exhibited, posted or displayed, upon any sign, anything of an obscene, indecent or immoral nature or unlawful activity. 3. Sims in Proximity to Utility Lines: Signs which have less horizontal or vertical clearance from authorized communication or energized electrical power lines than are prescribed by the laws of the State of California are prohibited. 4. Painted letters will not be permitted. 5. There shall be no rooftop signs which are flashing, moving or audible, and signs must be architecturally compatible with the entire center and receive approval of Landlord and City's Zoning, Planning, and Building Departments. 6. No sign shall project above or below the signable area. 7. Vehicle Signs: Signs on or affixed to trucks, automobiles, trailers, or other vehicles which advertise, identify, or provide direction to a use or activity not related to its lawful activity are prohibited. 6i 8. Light Bulb Strings: External displays, other than temporary decorative holiday lighting which consists of unshielded light bulbs are prohibited. An exception hereto may be granted by the Landlord when the display is an integral part of the design character of the activity to which it relates. 9. Billboard Signs are not permitted. 10. The use of permanent sale sign is prohibited. The temporary use of these signs are limited to a thirty -day period and is restricted to signs affixed to the interior of windows which do not occupy more than 20% of the window area. Each business is permitted a total of not more than ninety (90) days of temporary signs per calendar year. I. ABANDONMENT OF SIGNS: Any Tenant sign left after thirty (30) days from vacating premises shall become the property of Landlord unless previous arrangements have been agreed upon by Landlord and Tenant. I INSPECTION: Landlord reserves the right to hire an independent electrical engineer at the Tenant's sole expense to inspect the installation of all Tenant's signs and to require the Tenant to have any discrepancies and/or code violations corrected at the Tenant's expense. 0 CHANNEL LETTER DETAIL 1. PLEXIGLAS FACE: I/8" 2. I/4- TRIMCAP ). METAL LETTER: 24 GA., SPOT- WELD CONSTR. 4, FACE RETAINING SCREW 5. NEON TUBE 6. NEON TUBE SUPPORT 7. TRANSFORMER BOX PLATFORM 8. P -R ELECTRODE HOUSING- UL APPROVED 9. CONDUIT COUPLING 10, FLEXIBLE CONDUIT W/ CONNECTOR 11. GTO WIRE 12. TRANSFORMER BOX- INSTALLED IN A CONVENIENT LOCATION 13. 110 V LEAD-IN 14. 30 MA. TRANSFORMER 15. GROUNDING SCREW 16. STUD FRAMING 17, SIGN FASCIA ILLUMINATED SIGN CRITERIA. TO BE: INDIVIDUAL METAL CHANNEL LETTERS, INTERNALLY ILLUMINATED BY MEANS OF 30 MILLI -AMP NEON AND INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH ALL U.L. SPECIFICATIONS. FACE OF LETTERS SHALL BE CONSTRUCTED OUT OF PLEXIGLASS 1/8" THICK AND FASTENED TO LETTERS BY MEANS OF 3/4" TRIMCAP THE RETURNS AND TRIMCAP MUST BE PAINTED DARK BRONZE. ALL DESIGNS AND LAYOUTS MUST BE APPROVED IN WRITING BY: D.W.A SMITH & CO, INC PRIOR TO MANUFACTURE AND INSTALLATION. SIGNBAND AREA OF INDIVIDUAL LETTERS TO BE CENTERED ON FASCIA VERTICALLY & HORIZONTALLY TENANT SIGN SHOWN IS MAXIMUM 125 SQUARE FEET MAX. AREA 1.25 SQ FEET PER I LINEAL FOOT FRONTAGE NOT TO EXCEED 80% TENANT TO OBTAIN & BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL NECESSARY PERMITS Ili -11 -Mr PASTENFR 1(111 HIC14 MAX. ON LOGO'S TYPICAL STOREFRONT SCALE 1/8" Page 7 SIGN CRITERIA TO BE: INDIVIDUAL METAL CHANNEL _ LETTERS, INTERNALLY ILLUMINATED BY MEANS OF 30 MILLI -AMP NEON AND INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH ALL U.L. SPECIFICATIONS. FACE OF LETTERS SHALL BE CONSTRUCTED OUT OF PLEXIGLASS 1/8' THICK AND FASTENED TO LETTERS BY MEANS OF 3/4" TRIMCAP THE RETURNS AND TRIMCAP MUST BE PAINTED DARK BRONZE. ALL DESIGNS AND LAYOUTS MUST BE APPROVED IN WRITING BY: D.W.A SMITH & CO, INC PRIOR TO MANUFACTURE AND INSTALLATION. R SIGNBAND AREA OF INDIVIDUAL LETTERS TO I BE CENTERED ON FASCIA VERTICALLY & HORIZONTALLY TENANT SIGN SHOWN IS MAXIMUM 125 SQUARE FEET ... MAX. AREA 1.25 SQ FEET PER 1 LINEAL FOOT FRONTAGE NOT TO EXCEED 80% TENANT TO OBTAIN & BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL NECESSARY PERMITS 1'-6" 2'-3" 1'-6" 2'-3" .1' -6'• 10' -0.. SPECIAL CONDITIONS r�jU I 1! 1 1 I i 1 I l u, r --;f E LOCA•CION ON SIG i C'J JUNIT E "'� YN�f'M' lNlf't'�IINit'r) r vn•. c� ''vH�rr uwr'u' ✓'L,� UNIT F SITE PLF1111� 16'-0" tEQ. 80% MAX EQ . S LAN LEARNING CENTER THE ESCROW CORNER ,HAIR TEAM & CO,:_ FRONT ELEVATION Page 8 NEW FACIA BY GENERAL CONTRACTOR SCALE 1/8" I WHITE VINYL COPY 3M # 3650 B/G PAINTED TO MATCH TEAL 3M # VT -667 ----5 ' —0 ;3,,311 TENANT COPY 1] # 3630-109 LT RUST BROWN VINYL OVERLAY ON 1/8" SINTRA PAINTED FRAZEE # 4383 corners EMBER GLOW -JR7 . WOOD STRUCTURAL NOTE: PAINT RETURNS MATCHING COLORS. BEAM ANCHOR BOLTS EO. �4001* OF AISLE AISLE 1� SCALE 1/4" = 1'.0" 3 3`1 ST STEEL BRACKET, 6" 3- CUSTOM FABnICATION, 31, STOP SLEEVE I WHITE VINYL COPY 3M # 3650 B/G PAINTED TO MATCH TEAL 3M # VT -667 ----5 ' —0 ;3,,311 TENANT COPY 1] # 3630-109 LT RUST BROWN VINYL OVERLAY ON 1/8" SINTRA PAINTED FRAZEE # 4383 corners EMBER GLOW -JR7 . WOOD STRUCTURAL NOTE: PAINT RETURNS MATCHING COLORS. BEAM ANCHOR BOLTS EO. �4001* OF AISLE AISLE 1� SCALE 1/4" = 1'.0" OPTIMAL -UNDERCANOPY SHOP SIGN CEN`I= ON SHOP ENTRANCE DOOR TYPICAL. 3 am' Elevation - St. Steel Bracket Page 9 ST STEEL BRACKET, CUSTOM FABnICATION, STOP SLEEVE (NICOPRESS NO. 67I - I8 -J) 1/8' THICK STEEL AIRLINE CABLE W/ WHITE PLASTIC SLEEVE COVER g&g 4PTD. C.XJ-I- F* -I -A.1- 14M COLOR TO MATCH # 3630-109 LT RUST L ATTACHMENTS AS REO'D. ALL COPY/GRAPHICS VINYL - COLOR TO MATCH: WHITE 3M 03650 ALL SIDES FILLED AND SANDED SMOOTH PRIOR TO PAINTING 3/4' Suspended Panel OPTIMAL -UNDERCANOPY SHOP SIGN CEN`I= ON SHOP ENTRANCE DOOR TYPICAL. 3 am' Elevation - St. Steel Bracket Page 9 N INTERNALLY ILLUMINATED DOUBLE-FACED MONUMENT SIGN BACKGROUND PAINTED # 4383 EMBER GLOW W/A HEAVY TEXTURED FINISH ROUTED BACKGROUND WITH # 7328 WHITE ACRYLIC PLASTIC W/VINYL OVERLAYS 1. # 3630-109 LT RUST BROWN VINYL OVERLAY 2. # VT -667, TEAL, 3M VINYL OVERLAY "SUNSET" TO SHOW THRU # 7328 WHITE ACRYLIC PLASTIC WITH # 3630-69 LT RUST BROWN VINYL OVERLAY TENANT PANELS TO BE ROUTED AND BACK WITH # 7328 WI IITE ACRYLIC PLEXIGLASS ALL TENANT COPY TO BE # 3630-33 RED VINYL OVERLAY 3#1 2'-4 1/2" TYP N L Ln 'L.-L-ACGI�E F— I co MONUMENT ELEVATION Page 10 SCALE 1/2" = 1'0" ILLUMINATED L E - - M -11M 8 m 1. PLEXIGLAS FACE: 1/8" 2. 3/4" TRIMCAP 3. METAL LETTER: 24 GA., SPOT- WELD CONSTR. 4. FACE RETAINING SCREW 5. NEON TUBE 6. NEON TUBE SUPPORT 7. TRANSFORMER BOX PLATFORM 8. P -K ELECTRODE HOUSING- UL APPROVED 9. CONDUIT COUPLING 10. FLEXIBLE CONDUIT W/ CONNECTOR 11. GTO WIRE 12. TRANSFORMER BOX- INSTALLED IN A CONVENIENT LOCATION 13. 110 V LEAD-IN 14. 30 MA. TRANSFORMER 15. GROUNDING SCREW 16. STUD FRAMING 17. SIGN FASCIA 18. MOUNTING FASTENER 19. 1/4' DIA. DRAIN HOLES- 2 PER LETTER 20. CUT-OFF SWITCH- 20 AMPS Page 11 I SUNSET VILLAGE DIAMOND BAR., CALIF. �NOTEI INGJjAU. 3° NIGN (MIN) �Jf1zEET^PPl NlV+Sl Gpri'ji:pG,JI"ING W/I.''I'GKGROUNI� AND . i �• »o' DRIVE Fi>' 7m CAPNP hV6.�i GR,Np P,/6 — iRISER R'xM M4''DONiN �a:FP.tN �.PraoK. LoCPiN ifucloh7wN.w.M. . 46" Hv: ` / I'l Lel.^T'hl 0a-9a•flCr W.M. 37G' Tb [J Or i % C1fi97''G• I?1a6 H'NR�.NT rPFa.t Mri.T.'r1./.UTc *rGMKLl .. O:PJdIDND Py.K OW D. _- ( i E{.I�ii"G. 6-10EW1+1.K / .. _ _DfiTFLTntLLHB�F NN••tiF-�•- .h. j:NV @tev. 897.6-.- --7� N � ..ND�CN W+. *'4'A-- i 7 i \ r1Y, . SP`LI/3 I' J®Tor rKG+• LD1' 40 e, p ��• LTG. Y'i><T.\ i'l f H.c '�,! . m -1i5d �1 I unlT'A' It' 17' lk 3 iz I r _ r vr N �3 � ��n' t.;:. UNIT '2l ( � •- IL All low rr C' 33 - GONNEGTG. K1 OIG�hIPEr K'C'•�'C'N .. VNI r✓a.oP F1. �r ���r;r>✓ --- - kis r..o ... crenuar. n. �UNIT'M' UNIT", UNIt'K � � u _ •� � �.UNIjS' UNIT'N' U01159! UNIT'F') R g � � �SITE •PL:�N� �� .. _ . �o Page 12 m City of Diamond Bar PLANNING COMMISSION Staff Report REPORT DATE: October 7, 1992 MEETING DATE:, October 12, 1992 CASE/FILE NUMBER: Conditional Use Permit No. 92- 5/Development Review No. 92-2 APPLICATION REQUEST: A request for approval to demolish the existing Arco gasoline service station and to construct a new 2,700 square foot, 24 hour AM/PM mini -mart. The proposed convenience store use will sell gasoline and miscellaneous products including the sale of beer and wine for off-site consumption. The .89 acre site is in the Commercial Planned Development Zone (CPD). The Development Review application is required for all new commercial construction to determine architectural compatability. PROPERTY LOCATION: APPLICANT: PROPERTY OWNER: BACKGROUND: 3302 S. Diamond Bar Blvd. Gary Simning 25051 Grissom Rd. Laguna Hills, CA 92653 Atlantic Richfield 17315 Studebaker Rd. Cerritos, CA The .89 acre site is currently developed with an Arco service station and is located at the southwest corner of Brea Canyon Road and Diamond Bar Blvd. The site is surrounded by commercial office development to the south, a gasoline service station to the north, a commercial strip mall to the northeast, a vacant commercial lot to the east, and a parking lot which abuts the property immediately to the west. The site is served by four driveways which direct traffic to and 1 from both Brea Canyon Road and Diamond Bar Blvd. There are two driveways serving both the north and east portions of the site. There are right turn only restrictions placed on the egress points closest to the intersection. The site is currently developed with a traditional gas service station complete with service bays and gas dispenser islands. The service station additionally provides accessory retail sales and alcohol sales for off site consumption. Parking provided is minimal and distributed throughout the site. Additional overflow parking is provided west of the service station in the adjacent office complex. A 60 ft. high freeway oriented sign located on the north elevation of the site. There is an additional freestanding monument sign located facing the intersection which primarily displays the gasoline prices as required by state law. Supplemental signage appears on the spanners of the canopy extending over the service islands. APPLICATION ANALYSIS . - The project as proposed seeks to'substantially revise the look and orientation of the site. The revisions include razing all of the existing structures and constructing a larger building in a different location, remodeling the gas islands and expanding the retail services while removing auto repair service. The mini -mart will offer the .sale of beer and wine for off-site consumption. The applicant is proposing additional landscaping, lighting, and the provision of 14 parking stalls. The revisions will facilitate improved internal circulation and turning movements into and out of the site. The applicant is requesting a changeout of the sign face on the freeway oriented sign, the application of wall and spandrel signs, and a monument sign. To achieve the project design, the applicant has petitioned for a lot line adjustment to alter the configuration of the lot. This proposal is not an element of this application. Development Review The proposed mini -mart building will be approximately 2,720 sq. ft. in size. The materials used in the construction'of the building include a white exterior stucco wall finish and concrete mission "IS" roof tile. The entrance to the store features -a 1/4 inch clear tempered glass front and dual access doors. The building height' is not proposed to exceed 18 ft. from grade. Signage proposed for the front elevation includes a five color fascia panel on which the AM/PM logo (44 sq. ft.) is located. The panel extends approximately 31 ft. across the central portion of the 85 ft. frontage. Two additional 1024 HOURS" wall signs of 23.63 K, sq. ft. each are also located on the angled front elevation and will be,visible on the north and east elevations. A new monument sign is proposed to replace the existing monument sign. The new monument sign is proposed in a slightly different location because of the newly proposed bermed islands along the perimeter of the site. The proposed monument sign is approximately 5 1/2 ft. above grade and the sign face entails 47.25 sq. ft. The base o ' f the sign is a masonry pedestal And the can will be internally illuminated. This monument sign will display the ARCO AM/PM logo in addition to gasoline prices. Gasoline prices are required to be displayed by state law although the City does retain aesthetic control. The current sign ordinance does not allow monument signs in excess of 24 sq. ft. (Section 110 D.1) for a single commercial user although monument signs for commercial centers are allowed a maximum of 72 sq. ft. (Section 110.D.3) The CUP procedure utilized within this zone classification does however allow for modifications (Sections 22.28.340.b and 22.56.110) to the prescribed development standards as deemed appropriate. The existing canopies, which cover the fuel dispensers, will receive a slight makeover although they will remain at the current locations. The existing tile roofs will not be altered although the existing fascia panel will be replaced with a new 2 feet wide illuminated panel which run the perimeter of the -,tile roof. The' fascia spandrel signs are not to be larger than 48; sq. ft. in size. The remainder of the canopy island signs are directional in nature, and are 4 sq.'ft. in size.' The application does not propose any change to the existing freeway oriented sign that projects approximately 60 ft. above grade. This freeway oriented sign was approved by the County of Los Angeles prior to incorporation by the City. The sign would not be subject to approval under the provisions of the current sign code. The sign, which is non -conforming, can loose its entitlement only by discontinuance or termination by operation of law. Landscaping for the project site will include the removal of the existing Bermuda grass and the planting of various ground covers. The eucalyptus trees that had been located at the site have already been removed. All landscaping will be maintained -by an irrigation system although the plant pallet includes drought tolerant plants. The most notable alteration to the landscaping of the site will be the Addition of 42 inch high berms around the perimeter of the site. The intent of this addition is to create a landscaped buffer between the parking area and the public street. The project site will contain approximately 24.6 percent landscaping. Existing pay phones are proposed for relocation to the northwest section of the site. The public telephones will be segregated with 3 the other pay services offered, which include air and water dispensers. These areas are provided with abundant lighting and parking as is the site in general. Lighting for the project proposes eight 3 ft. tall 100 watt Pathlighter lighting fixtures which are primarily -located at -the points --of ingrisisg/eqrd.§s'.-'_'Nin'e__ Lumai-k- lighting fixtures mounted at a height of 20 ft. above grade will be located in the adjacent office building parking area. Each fixture will provide a minimum of approximately I footcandle over a 3,600 sq. ft. area. The light provided by these fixtures will illuminate the western AM -PM property boundary. The project is compatible with the general character of the retail commercial uses surrounding the site. The design of the project and materials used do not conflict with or unreasonably contradict any proposed theme within this area. Conditional Use Permit The CUP required for this project is required by the CPD zone classification. All land uses not allowed within the Zone R -A but not allowed in Zone C-1 must be approved via CUP. The CUP allows for development to proceed, as deemed appropriate and compatible to surrounding development, in conjunction with an approved development schedule. The application proposes the sale of alcoholic beverages for off- site consumption as a component of the services provided. The City does not have a provision in the code which specifically requires the issue of alcohol to be reviewed independent of the project in totality nor does the code require any special review. This does not however prohibit this component from consideration in reviewing the merits of the project. Currently, the service station is licensed by the Alcohol Beverage Control (ABC) and currently conducts the sale of alcohol for off site consumption only. Staff does not find this situation to be usual for this type of use nor does staff find the sale of this product to be detrimental to the surrounding land uses. Related Applications The applicant is also requesting a lot line adjustment under a separate application that is not before the Planning Commission. The lot line adjustment will enlarge the present dimensions of the subject site by approximately 5,250 sq. ft. to a total of approximately 33,893 sq. ft. The other party to the application is located primarily to the south and west of the AM/PM site and is currently developed with a 42,000 sq. ft. professional office building. 4 The adjustment would realign the common boundary on the western elevation of the AM/PM site about 30 degrees to the west.. In requesting this adjustment the' applicant will need to replace an existing parking area and to relocate'a trash enclosure. This has been achieved by reconfiguring the parking lot of the office building and upgrading 28 parking space sizes to 91 X 191. The 101 X 121 trash enclosure has been relocated to the south of the proposed AM/PM building and will be visually separated by a planter. The plans indicate the applicant is proposing 18 compact parking stalls. The stalls are dimensioned 91 X 151 and exceed the City's minimum dimensions. The standard dimension for compact parking is 71611 X 151 and the proposed stalls are 11611 wider. Additionally, these parking stalls do not exceed the maximum number of compact stalls allowed by code. conclusion The project proposes the demolition of the existing gas service station and the construction of a larger building with the focus as a convenience store with accessory gas sales as opposed to the traditional gas station. The construction materials which are proposed are not dramatically different from the existing exterior materials and will conform to the general eclectic nature of the existing development in the area of the project site. The design and orientation of the structure and the proposed sign plan are suitable for the site and will not negatively `'`Impact adjacent development or vehicular flow in the area of the project. The application has satisfied the development standards of the zone and the requirements of the CUP with the exception of the providing a development schedule. The schedule is traditionally prepared by the applicant and submitted to the Community Development Director for approval and monitoring. Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve the sign plan as submitted. The 47.25 sq. ft. monument sign that is proposed will display 12 sq. ft. of AM -PM advertising and the remaining fascia is dedicated to displaying gas prices. Staff would support the additional sign face above the 24 sq. ft. allowed by code. Approximately 25 percent of the site will be landscaped., There are landscaped berms designed to buffer visual intrusion into the parking areas. All landscaped areas will be irrigated and the applicant has additionally incorporated drought tolerant plant materials into the flora pallet. The lighting plan for the site indicates that the site will be well lit. Lights are to be located at the entrances to the site and additionally in the overflow parking area. The site will also benefit from the canopy lighting over the gas service islands. 5 The project as designed is compatible with the varied architecture of adjacent commercial rcial developments. The AM -PM Mini Mart is an expansion of the existing land use and will not create significant impacts to either the commercial or residential uses in the area. In fact, the project as proposed, will expand the retail stock offered to the public and maybenef it -the employees of--the---adjacent .Office buildings and residents of the nearby residential developments. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT: A Negative Declaration has-been prepared for this project pursuant to CEQA. PUBLIC NOTIFICATION: The public hearing for the project was advertised in the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin on August 3, 1992, in the San Gabriel Valley Tribune on September 10, 1992, and in the Phillips Ranch Highlander on August 5, 1992. Twenty three property owners within a 500 ft. radius were notified of the public hearing via mailer. No comments have been received as of the date of this report. RECOMMENDATIONS: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve the Conditional Use Permit No. 92-5, Development Review No. 92-2, Findings of Fact and conditions as listed within the attached Resolutions. Prepared By: Robert Searcy, Associate Planner Attachments: Application Draft Resolution Draft Resolution Development Plans A:AMIPM.PC of Approval for of Approval for dated 6-11-92 M Conditional Use Permit No. 92-5 Development Review No. 92-2 } o � CITY OF DIAMOND BAR DEPARTMENT OF PLAMING 21660 E. Copley Drive Suite 190 (714)860-2314 •Fax (714)860-3117 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION Case#, Recvd Fee $ Recel By,2 r �.4 •L..Y!.s:,:;i: Ufa �i'� ...r....�. r J . _ .... � ....�. Record Owner(s) Applicant Applicant's Agent dd ' Nameokjle G// Ad'd©ss r11��.C'•' LF.v�5 SifDc�'s� psi _,�_ City itf0.2 i �-, CA. Cerci Zip a oZ _ �b7UL 9�GS",3 Phone( 13) -119y X368 (71 Y) "ISR (Attach separate sheet if necessary, including names, addresses, and signatures of members of partnerships, joint ventures, and directors of corporations) CONSENT: I consent to the submission of the application accompanying this request IXKS Date (All recorded ovners) Certification: I, th undersigned . hereby certify under penalty.of perjury that the information her n prow' ed s correct to the best of my knowledge. Printed Name Up --caant or at ` Signed *, J� rI/Date (Applicant or Age;4) �c.� l Y11� iY1D. /S3 7.5" ,2cr� Location P'or /[7.rr !i Aa*"G (Street address or tract and lot ounber) Zoning CDMltle —BM Previous Cases Present Use of Site Use a plied for_ r / /--✓rtGr eek .krs sJ c.t. Project Size (gross acres) //70-G�e-S Project density _ Domestic Water SourceIAGrG 41;11Company/District Method of Sewage disposal 5�"f-d- Sanitation District _ Grading of Lots by Applicant? • Yes No (Sbov necessary grading design on site plan or tent nap) APPROPRIATE BLTRDEJS OF PROOF MUST ACCOMPANY REGLEST 4: �`.Y. t it•�„':.-Tti:ii:.':.":*� 'i�l•:�:iT ve. �,tLa�' "tfs,t'. .'1i .r•�u::j i, _ - L�'+... :..fa':. ...�......:�.i-:.h: £a.. t ^._ _ . .-......r..':A .., u ...o ... .:if!:e.... o.........�- ... ... .u.. .. ,.....a....i. .dl...w-.'`.+.....a��a..V.' r..�:+.:..:........5....L...._............+....._.. r.._•:?.....^... , .., .. LEGAL DESCRIPTION (all ownership comprising the proposed lots)/parcel(s) a N Area devoted to structures �SS Landscaping/Open space <3_d( a�`{ Pius rsw�oy r �. Residential Project: and (gross area) (No. of lots) Proposed density (Units/Acres) Parking Required Provided Standard 69 Compact Handicapped / Total l� �� INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLETING INITIAL STUDY QUESTIONNAIRE TO THE APPLICANT: The California Environmental Quality Act requires a review of your proposed project for possible environmental impacts. This Initial Study process is intended to determine the type of environmental documentation necessary to have your project considered by the City. The Initial Study consists of a completed questionnaire and other material which you must provide, and an analysis of potential impacts prepared by staff --often with the input from reviewing agencies with special expertise. This process can be expedited with your cooperation. The project file must include' the following exhibits, which you must provide (check boxes are provided for your use): 1. Initial Study Questionnaire --in completing this questionnaire, all questions should be answered as completely as possible (attach extra pages if necessary). If requesting a land division, it should be anticipated that future development will take place, and the questionnaire completed accordingly. Preliminary grading and/or development concepts should be submitted, even if no immediate construction is -anticipated. 2. Development Plan with Contours showing: a) the location and layout• of the proposed development or possible pad location; b) native vegetation --including the' location, spread, health and circumference '(.measured 4 .1/2 feet above ground level) of any oak trees; and c) existing and proposed landscaping. 3. Vicinity Map of appropriate scale showing the subject property in relation to nearby streets. and other significant physical features. Street maps (such as Thomas Guide) in urban areas or U.S.G.S. Quad Sheets in rural areas should be used. (Quad Sheets area available at many map stores or from the Department of the interior Geologic Survey, 300 North Los Angeles Street, Room 7638, Los Angeles --this is the Federal Building in Los Angeles civic center.) 4. Pho'tographs of thi! site,'pad locations and surrotinding area. An index map keyed to the photographs should be provided, showing the location and direction of each photograph. 5. Generalized land use map of appropriate scale for the project site and surrounding properties, with uses clearly labeled. Be certain that the ' project number(s) is on all material (e.g. maps, photographs, questionnaire). FAILURE TO SU13MIT ALL. REQUESTED MATERIALS AND TO PROVIDE COMPLETE QUESTIONNAIRE INFORMATION CAN RESULT IN DELAYS IN PROCESSING YOUR CASE. (staff use) PROJECT NUIMER(s): INITIAL STUDY QUESTIONNAIRE A. GENERAL INFORMATION Project Applicant (Owner): Project Representative: T Ld9 rVJ-re NAME �o ADDRESS ADDRESS L e�q:..,. Jo 70/ r y�Ls3 yoy- s-3 6 S Z-/ PHONE # PHONE # 1. Action requested and project des i do �o s/d G1Se- 9 2. St r et loc/$Jtion of project:_ SGcIL�. 0�4,�,�A/� ZL�/ /SGGG („ aA D ".. 41 3a. Present use of site: 3b. Previous use of site or structures: 4. Please list all previous cases (if any) related to this project: ...' l -/10�kJyf 5. Other related permit/approvals required. / Specify type and granting agency. r mak•���-- CC 6. Are you planning future phases of this project? Y ON If yes, explain: 7. Project Area: Covered by structures, paving:" - Landscaping, open space: Total Area: 3 8. Number of floors: G 9. Present zoning: % -c.� 10. Water and sewer service: �----- • i 3 %L'"� v,�- n�� a•�' S -- FWma e s t i c) / Pub t i c ter./ Sewers tv Sia v:..n....:.._.L,.��..u_-.,.i.......x.'w.-.�j...=...tiK�s�.0 u...,..�'?,�:, .,..... t. .... .. ..._. ...... ... .. .... .. ..... .. ......�... .�., Does service exist at site? If yes, do purveyors have capacity to meet demand of project and all other approved projects? d N (D N N GJ N If•domestic water or public sewers are not available, how will these services be provided? Residential Projects: 11. Number and type of units: 12. Schools: What school district(s) serves the property? Are existing school facilities adequate to meet project needs? YES NO If not, what provisions will be made for additional classrooms? - Non -Residential projects: 13. Distance to nearest residential use or sensitive use (school, hospital, etc.) 14. Number and floor area of buildings: rr 15. Number of employees and shifts: 3 S �Tl " to P{.,- st1� t"�' -� Z' -p 16. Maximum employees per shift: 17. Operating hours: OJ 4- 18. Identify _any: End products Waste products Means of disposal 19. Do project operations use, store or produce hazardous substances such as sticides, chemicals, paints, or radioactive materials? YES NO / If yes, explain /f5aL-/�It1 5'7�i'� Lr.�ticl- 20. Do your operations require any pressurized tanks? YES NO If yes, explain 21. Identify any flammable. reactive or explosive materials to be located on- site. n- site. .CtSdGr:� e. 22. Will delivery or shipment trucks travel through residential areas to reach the nearest highhway? YES If yes, explain 1. Environmental Setting --Project Site a. Existing use/structures &11411, b. Topography/slopes *C. VegFtatZln 5"4Arf- Allr_,C5, -4 Sc 02 *d. Animals *e. Watercourses f. Cultural/historical resources 9. Other 2 Environmental Setting Surrounding Area a. Existing usesstructures (type.;., densities): r -f, (10 c_J 4_L h b. Topography/slopes ?-ei �Lf 9:a *C. Vegetation Z26_K� *d. Animals to"4*e. Watercourses ", r r I/ A - 'A 't, - - i f. Cultural/historical resources .�s4J:u�1:. ... ......�::. s. .�:�: �.�.... l... ...... t.}.i]��a, . �:i. ./.» n-.v7.i.l...a.... t. ....-. .i....4.:.. ". ...v. ..". ."....n...i..-.... ..........s._..iw.. ........... ....�. ... .. ... _.. .. .__. .. .._.� ._.. .... .. ....'tom'.. 3. Are there any major trees on the site, including oak trees? YES NO If yes, type and number: E[.L� li Lys 4. Will any natural watercourses, surface flow patterns, etc., be changed through project development?: YES NO If yes, explain:' r ' 5. Grading: Will the project require grading? YES NO If yes, how many cubic yards? Will it be balanced onsite? YES NO If 'not balanced, where will dirt be obtained or deposited? 6. Are there any identifiable landslides or other major geologic hazards on the property (including uncompacted fill)? YES .. If yes, explain: 7. Is the property located within a high fire hazard area (hillsides with moderately dense vegetation)? YES (`O Distance to nearest fire -station: 8. Noises :......_ Existing noise sources at site: _ h-t-ty �vr_5, Noise to be generated by project: E" 047x G7�i3�s 9. Fumes: Odor se generated by project: 43 R. C, .- 5'0�me' fj{ Could toxic fumes be generated? C.SDc, 10. What energy -conserving. d% sign$ or material will be used? 14*10000119 Parcell . as shown on Parcel Map No. 2151 filed November 11, 1971 in Book 34 at Page 84 of Parcel Maps in the office of the County Recorder of Los Angeles,.qounty, California. That portion of Parcel 2 of Parcel Map Number 2151 recorded in Book 34, Page 84 in the County of Los Angeles, State of California, described as follows: Beginning at the Northeast corner of said Parcel 2; thence South 11 degrees 58 minutes 40 seconds West along the Easterly line of said Parcel 2. a distance of 180.99 feet; thence North 60 degrees 55 minutes 37 seconds West 60.73 feet; thence North 31 degrees 33 minutes 51 seconds East 173.16 feet to the point of Beginning. t 0 21 A. The proposed redevelopment will improve and enhance the quality of life and support the value of existing properties by: 1) Replacing an older obsolete structure with a new store building 2) Increasing the size of the lot and thereby improving site circulation and layout. 3) Providing a broad product line at competitive prices in a safe, bright and attractive setting. B. The proposed site plan meets or exceeds "all requirements and improves the overall circulation on site. The only area of the lot being changed is the building area. 1) The proposed site is situated at the intersection of two major fully improved streets. The applicant proposes only to reconstruct an existing facility. No new improvements are anticipated to be required. 2) The proposed facility will be served by public utilities that serve the existing building. No increase in usage is anticipated by the proposed change. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT CASE -BURDEN OF PROOF In addition to the information required in the application, the applicant shall substantiate to the satisfaction of the Zoning Board and/or Commission, the following facts: A. That, the requested use at the location proposed will not: 1. Adversely affect the health, peace, comfort or welfare of persons residing or working in the surrounding area, or 2. Be materially detrimental to the use, enjoyment or valuation of property of other persons located in the vicinity of the site, or 3. Jeopardize, endanger or otherwise constitute a menace to the public health,safety or general welfare. B. That the proposed site is adequate in size and shape to accommodate the yards, walls, fences, parking and loading facilities, landscaping and other development features prescribed in this Title 22, or as is otherwise required in order to integrate said use with the uses in the surrounding area. C. That the proposed site is adequately served: 1. By highways or streets of sufficient width and improved as necessary to carry the kind and quantity of traffic such use would generate, and 2. By other public or private service facilities as are required. • � � I 2. By other public or private service facilities as are required. RESOLUTION NO. 92 -XX A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR APPROVING DEVELOPMENT REVIEW NO. 92-2 AN APPLICATION FOR A CONVENIENCE STORE WITH GASOLINE SALES LOCATED 3302 S. DIAMOND BAR BLVD., DIAMOND BAR, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF. A. _Recitals- . (i) The applicant's agent Gary Simning 25051 Grissom Rd., Luguna Hills, CA has heretofore filed an application for the applicant, Atlantic Richfield, 17315'Studebaker Rd., Cerritos-, CA, as described above in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the project, located at address indicated in the title of this Resolution, shall be referred to as "the appli- cation". (ii) On April 18, 1989, the City of Diamond Bar was established as a duly organized municipal corporation of the State of California. On said date, pursuant to the requirements of the California Government Code Section 57376, Title 21 and 22, the City Council of the City of Diamond Bar adopted its ordinance No. 14, thereby adopting the Los Angeles County Code as the ordinances of the City of Diamond Bar. Title 21 and 22 of the Los Angeles County Code contains the Development Code of the County of Los Angeles now currently applicable to development applications, in- cluding the subject application, within the City of Diamond Bar. (iii) This commission hereby finds that the proposed project described in this Resolution conforms to the General Plan of the City of Diamond Bar. (iv) On August 24, 1992 the Planning commission of the City of Diamond Bar conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the application, continued to and concluded said public hearing on October 12, 1992. (v) All legal prerequisites to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred. B. Resolution. NOW, THEREFORE, it is found, determined Planning commission of the City of Diamond 1 and resolved by the Bar as follows: 1. The Planning Commission hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals, Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct. 2. The Planning Commission hereby finds that Negative Declaration has been prepared for this project in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970, as amended, and the Guidelines promulgated thereunder. 3. The Planning Commission hereby specifically finds and determines that, based upon the findings set forth below, and changes and alterations which have been incorporated into and conditioned upon the proposed project set forth in the application, no significant adverse environmental effects will occur. 4. Based on the substantial evidence presented to the Planning Commission during the above -referenced public hearing opened on August 241 1992, continued to and concluded on October 12, 1992, including written and oral staff reports, together with public testimony, and in conformance with the terms and provisions of California Government Code Sections 65360, the Planning Commission hereby specifically finds as follows: a. The subject property is located at 3302 S. -'Diamond Bar Blvd., in the City of Diamond Bar and is located adjacent to SR 57 to the west, an office building to the south, and commercial development the north. An undeveloped parcel of land is located east of the site; b. The property is located in Zone CPD and allows this use by Conditional Use Permit. The site is approximately .89 acres in size and is developed with a Arco gasoline service station; C. The applicant's request is for the demolition of a existing structure and the construction of a new 2,770 sq. ft. AM -PM Mini Mart building; d. The property to the north is currently developed with a gas station and commercial development, vacant property to the east, a professional office building to the south, residential development to the southeast, and the SR 57 to the west; e. The subject site lies within the Diamond Bar General Plan office professional designation; 2 The current zoning of the site is in compliance with the land use designation; f. Notification of the public hearing for this project has been made; 9- The design and layout of the proposed devel- opment is consistent with the applicable ele- ments of the City's General Plan, design guidelines and architectural criteria of the appropriate district; h. The design and layout of the proposed devel- opment will not unreasonably interfere with the use and enjoyment of the neighboring ex- isting and future developments, and will not create traffic or pedestrians hazards; i. The architectural design of the proposed ,convenience store is compatible with the character of the surrounding current and proposed development and will maintain the harmonious, orderly, and attractive de- velopment contemplated by this Chapter and the General Plan of the City; j. The design of the proposed development would provide a desirable environment for its occu- pants and visiting public as• well as its, neighbors through good aesthetic use of materials, texture and color that will remain aesthetically appealing and will retain a reasonably adequate level of maintenance. k. The proposed use will not be detrimental to the public health, safety or welfare or be materially injurious to the properties or im- provements in the vicinity. 5. Based on the findings and conclusions set forth in paragraphs 1, 2, 3, and 4 above, the Planning Commission hereby approves the application subject to the following conditions: 1. This permit shall not be effective for any purpose until a duly authorized represent- ative of the owner of the property involved. has filed, at the office of Diamond Bar Community Development Department, his affidavit stating that the applicant is aware of, and accepts all the conditions of this permit; 2. That all requirements of the Zoning Ordinance and of the underlying zoning of the subject property must be complied with, unless set forth in the permit and shown on the approved plans and a Development Program must be submitted to the Community Development Director before this permit can be exercised; 3. That three copies of the revised plot plan marked Exhibit "All and conforming to such of the following conditions as can shown on a plan, shall be submitted for approval of the Community Development Director. The property shall thereafter be developed and maintained in substantial conformance with the approved plans. ' 4. That the applicant must, comply with all State, Zone CPD, Engineering Department, and Building and Safety Department requirements. 5. This grant is valid for one year and must be exercised (i.e. construction started) within that period or this grant will expire. A one year extension may be requested in writing and submitted to the City 30 days prior to the expiration date. 6. That all grading, drainage plans and wall/fence plans shall conform to all City standards or as amended by this action. 7. Materials used for the exterior finish shall be Meadowbrook medium lace stucco above a DuPont white painted trim. The roof will be topped with mission 'Is" roof tile. 8. All construction materials must comply with materials board approved by the Planning Commission. and marked as Exhibit "A-111 and dated October 12, 1992. 9. The project must be developed in compliance with the landscape plan submitted to and approved by the Community Development Director. 10. Notwithstanding any previous Subsection of this Resolution, if the Department of Fish and Game requires payment of a fee pursuant Section 711.4 of the Fish and Game Code, payment thereof shall be made by the appli- 4 cant prior to the issuance of any building permit or any other entitlement. 6. This Commission hereby provides notice to Gary Simning and Atlantic Richfield that the time within which judicial review of the decision represented by this Resolution must be sought is governed by the provisions of the California Code of Civil Procedures Section 1094.6. 7. The Planning Commission Secretary shall: (a) Certify to the adoption of this Resolution; and (b) Forthwith transmit a certified copy of this Reso- lution, to Gary Simning and Atlantic Richfield at the address as set forth on the application. APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS THE 12TH DAY OF OCTOBER, 1992 BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR. BY: Bruce Flamenbaum, Chairman I, James DeStef ano, Planning commission Secretary, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly introduced, passed, and adopted, by the Planning Commission on the 12th day of October the following vote: AYES: COMMISSIONERS: NOES: COMMISSIONERS: ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: ABSTAIN: COMMISSIONERS: ATTEST: James DeStefano, Secretary ROB\AM-PMDR.RES 5 RESOLUTION NO. 92-88 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 92-5 AN APPLICATION FOR A CONVENIENCE STORE WITH GASOLINE SALES LOCATED 3302 S. DIAMOND BAR BLVD., DIAMOND BAR, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF. A. _Recitals (i) The applicant's agent Gary Simning 25051 Grissom Rd., Lugun& Hills, CA has heretofore filed an application for the applicant, Atlantic Richfield, 17315 Studebaker Rd., Cerritos, CA, as described above in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the project, located at address indicated in the title of this Resolution, shall be referred to as "the appli- cation". (ii) On April 18, 1989, the city of Diamond Bar was established as a duly organized municipal corporation of the State of California. On said date, pursuant to the requirements of the California Government Code Section 57376, Title 21 and 22, the City Council of the City of Diamond Bar adopted its ordinance No. 14, thereby adopting the Los Angeles County Code as the ordinances of the City of Diamond Bar. Title 21 and 22 of the Los Angeles County Code contains the Development Code of the County of Los Angeles now currently applicable to development applications, in- cluding the subject application, within the City of Diamond Bar. (iii) This commission hereby finds that the proposed project described in this Resolution conforms to the General I Plan of the city of Diamond Bar. (iv) On August 24, 1992 the.Planning commission of the City of Diamond Bar conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the application, continued to and concluded said public hearing on October 12, 1992. (v) All legal prerequisites to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred. B. Resolution. NOW, THEREFORE, it is found, determined and resolved by the Planning commission of the city of Diamond Bar as follows: 1. This Planning commission hereby specifically finds that all of facts set forth in the Recitals, Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct. 2. The -Planning commission hereby finds that a Negative Declaration has been prepared in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970, as amended, and the Guidelines promulgated thereunder, and, further; 3. The Planning Commission hereby specifically finds and determines t ' hat, based upon the findings set forth below, and changes and alterations which have-_ been.. incorporated into -and conditioned upon the proposed project set forth in the application, no significant adverse environmental effects will occur; 4. Based on the substantial evidence presented to the Planning Commission during the above -referenced public hearing opened on August 24, 1992, continued to and concluded on October 12, 1992, including written and oral staff reports, together with public testimony, and in conformance with the terms and provisions of California Government Code Sections 65360, the Planning Commission hereby specifically finds as follows:. (a) The subject property is located at 3302 S. Diamond Bar Blvd., in the City of Diamond Bar and is located adjacent to SR 57 to the West, an office building to the south, and commercial development the north. An undeveloped parcel of land is located east of the site; (b) That the requested use at the location will not: (i) Adversely affect the health, peace, comfort or welfare of persons residing in the surrounding area, or (ii) Be materially detrimental to the use, enjoyment or valuation of property of other persons located in the vicinity of the site, or (iii) Jeopardize, endanger or otherwise constitute a menace to public health, safety or general welfare; and (c) That the proposed site is adequate in size and shape to accommodate the yards, walls, parking facilities, landscaping and other development features prescribed in this approval; and served: (d) That the proposed site is adequately (i) By highways or streets of sufficient width and improved as necessary to carry the kind and quantity of traffic such use would generate, and (ii) By other public or private service facilities as are required. (e) The property is located in Zone CPD and K allows this use by Conditional Use Permit. The site is approximately .89 acres in size and. is developed with a Arco gasoline service station; (f) The applicant's request is for the demolition of a existing structure and the construction of a new 2,770 sq. ft. AM -PM Mini Mart building; (g) The property to the north is currently developed with a gas station .and commercial development, vacant property to the east, a professional office building to the south, residential development to the southeast, and the SR 57 to the west; (f) The subject site lies within the Diamond Bar General Plan office professional designation; The current zoning of the site is in compliance with the land use designation; (h) Notification of the public hearing for this project has been made; The design and layout of the proposed development is consistent with the applicable elements of the City's General Plan, design guidelines and architectura l criteria of the appropriate district; (j) The design and layout of the proposed development will not unreasonably interfere with the use and enjoyment of theneighboring existing and future developments, and will not create traffic or pedestrians hazards; (k) The architectural design of the proposed convenience store is compatible with the character of the surrounding current and proposed development and will maintain the harmonious, orderly, and attractive development contemplated by this Chapter and the General Plan of the City; (1) The design of the proposed development would provide a desirable environment for its occupants and visiting public as 3 well as its neighbors through good aesthetic use of materials, texture and color that will remain aesthetically appealing and will retain a reasonably adequate level of maintenance. 5. Based upon the findings and --conclusions set forth herein, this Commission, in conformance with the General Plan, hereby finds as follows: General Plan; (a) The project is consistent with the (b) The project, as proposed and conditioned herein, complies with all other applicable requirements of State law and local ordinances. 6. Based on the findings and conclusions set forth in paragraphs 1, 2, 3, . 4, and 5 above, this Commission hereby approves the application subject to the following restrictions as to use and standard conditions contained within this document: For the purpose of this Resolution, the site plan, landscape and irrigation plan, and sign plan, as approved by the Planning Commission on September 28, 1992, marked Exhibit "All and date stamped, as referenced herein shall conform to the following: Planning Division Conditions: 1. This approval shall. apply to the Conditional Use Permit No. 92-5 for the construction of a convenience store approximately 2,700 square feet in size, with gasoline and alcohol sales. 2. Fourteen (14) parking spaces shall be provided as shown on the approved site plan. Parking and landscaping must be provided as approved and shall be in compliance with City requirements. All parking stalls are to be a minimum size of 91XI91. 3. A 131 x 515 1/211 monument sign located at the Diamond Bar Blvd. for the display of AM -PM logo and gasoline prices is approved as shown. 4. The project shall implement the approved sign plan as approved by Planning Commission and dated October 12, 1992. 5. This approval shall not be effective for any purpose until the permittee and the owner of the property involved (if other than the permittee) have filed at the City of Diamond Bar Planning Department, their affidavit stating acceptance of all 4 conditions of this approval. 6. The Conditional Use Permit approval shall expire, unless extended pursuant to the City codes and ordinances, if building permits are not issued or approved use has not commenced within twelve (12) months from the date of approval. 7. occupancy of the facilities shall not commence until such time as all Uniform Building Code, State Fire Marshall's regulations, and the Los Angeles County Department, of Health Services regulations have been complied with. 8. All appropriate permits shall be obtained prior to issuance -of Certificate of occupancy. 9. The subject parcels shall be developed, maintained, and operated in full compliance with the conditions set forth in this approval, the schedule of the development program as required by code and all laws, statutes, ordinances, or other regulations applicable to any development or activity on the subject parcels. 10. Notice is hereby given that the Planning Commission may, after conducting a public hearing, revoke or modify this approval if the Planning Commission finds these conditions to have been violated. 11. Notwithstanding any previous Subsection of this Resolution, if the Department of Fish and Game requires payment of a' fee pursuant Section 711.4 of the Fish and Game Code, payment thereof shall be made by the applicant prior to the issuance of any building permit or any other entitlement. 8. This Commission hereby provides notice to Gary Sinning and Atlantic Richfield that the time within which judicial review of the decision represented by this Resolution must be sought is governed by the provisions of the California Code of Civil Procedures Section 1094.6 9. The Planning Commission Secretary Shall: (a) Certify to the adoption of this Resolution; and (b) Forthwith transmit a certified copy of this Resolution, by certified mail, return receipt request, to: Gary Simning and Atlantic Richfield at the address as set forth on the Application. APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 12th DAY OF OCTOBER, 1992 BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR M Bruce Flamenbaum, Chairman, I, James. DeStef ano, Planning Commission Secretary, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly introduced, passed, and adopted by the Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar, at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission held on the 12th day of October, 1992, by the following vote: AYES: COMMISSIONERS: NOES: COMMISSIONERS: ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: ABSTAIN: COMMISSIONERS: ATTEST: James DeStefano, Secretary FAWP51\W0RKXR0BUWMCUP.RES N. City of Diamond Bar PLANNING COMMISSION Staff Report FLSb "46 1W �y W ZVI OR, 14 : 4c W� REPORT DATE: October 8, 1992 MEETING DATE: October 12, 1992 SUBJECT: Zoning Code Amendment (ZCA) No. 92-2 APPLICATION REQUEST: Consideration of -a Hillside Management Ordinance "� 0*011ROT As a result of the recent adoption of the City's first General Plan, and the expiration of the City's Interim Hillside Management Ordinance [Ordinance No. 14-B(1990)], hillside grading and development standards for properties with slopes in excess of ten percent have been prepared for Planning Commission and- City Council review. The General Plan sets forth numerous policies to permit hillside development and protect sensitive hillside areas. The Interim Ordinance is scheduled to expire on October 16, 1992. The Interim Ordinance was drawn from the experience of other hillside communities and has been utilized by the Diamond Bar development community for two years. Pursuant to comments received from the Planning Commission at previous public hearings, and additional staff analysis, a revised ordinance is attached for consideration. The revised ordinance has been prepared with the assistant of Mr. Horst Schorr acting as the City's consultant to the development of this project. The revised format of the proposed ordinance reflects a staff desire to improve the development community's understanding and use of the provisions contained therein. Content changes from the Interim Ordinance are in to identify new material, and strikeen t to identify deldtions. A revised slope density formula and graphic is provided, as well as further explanations of text through the use of graphics. The proposed ordinance has been revised through the experiences gained over the last two years. Changes fromto the Interim Ordinance are not significant and do not detract from the purpose and intent of the original Interim Hillside Management Ordinance. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission review and adopt the attached Hillside Management Ordinance. JDS\mco Attachment: Revised City of Diamond Bar Hillside - Management Ordinance. Existing Interim Hillside Management Ordinance [14- B (1990)] Magazine article entitled Hills Like Nature Makes Them. from the Urban Land Institute, March, 1992 EXHIBIT "All CITY OF DIAMOND BAR HILLSIDE MANAGEMENT ORDINANCE Section 1. Statement of Purpose 7 The purpose of this ordinance is: .a. To preserve and protect the views to and from hillside areas in order to maintain the identity, image and environmental quality of the City of Diamond Bar; b. To maintain an environmental equilibrium consistent with the native vegetation, animal life, geology, slopes, and drainage patterns; C. To facilitate hillside preservation through appropriate development standards and guidelines of hillside Areas. The guidelines are not intended to be strict standards, but rather to provide direction and encourage development which is sensitive to the unique characteristics common to hillside properties, which include, but are not limited to slopes, land form, vegetation and scenic quality. Innovation in design is encouraged as long as the end result is, one which respects the hillside and is consistent with the purposes expressed in this section and in the goals and objectives of the General Plan; d. To ensure that development in the hillside areas shall '`be concentrated in those areas 'with the least environmental impact fin&;:: shall be designed to fit the existing land form; e. To preserve significant features of the natural topography, including swales, canyons-, knolls, ridgelines, and rock outcrops. Development may necessarily affect natura4l features by, for example, roads crossing ridgelines. Therefore, a major design criterion shall be the minimization of such impacts; f. To provide a safe means of ingress and egress for vehicular and pedestrian traffic to and within hillside areas, with minimum disturbance to the natural terrain; g. To correlate intensity of development with the steepness of terrain in order to minimize grading, removal of vegetation, land instability and fire hazards; h. To provide in hillsides, alternative approaches to conventional flat land development practices by achieving land use patterns and intensities that are consistent with the natural characteristics of hill areas such as slopes, land form, vegetation and scenic quality; and i. To encourage the planning, design and development of heffie sites that provide maximum safety with respect to fire hazards, exposure to geological And geotechnic hazards, drainage, erosion and siltation, and materials of construction; provide the best use of natural terrain; and to prohibit development what --4..W. will create or increase fire, flood, slide, or other safety hazard public health, welfare, and safety. 1 Section 3. Permitted Uses The uses the struetUres permitted S.hall --- be those uses Permitted ... ...... ... _ Section 4. Density the Hillside M the J Ordinance The maximum number of residential dwelling -units which may be permitted to be constructed on a given parcel of land shall be the calculated -N ... . .. a as less the nu."'mo environmental determined Pursuant Section S. Environmental constraints The maximum number of residential dwelling units shal! he ftIl-th .0 0.X!!Ii��!!Iby the impact of the following development reduee ............................... ............................ constra "Ad ...cletermried by environmental assessment, unless such development constraints can be shown to have been eliminated or mitigated to the satisfaction of the Planning Commission or the City Council ea --appeal; 1. Land areas subject to inundation during a 100 -year storm 2. -and areas Whieh have been subjeet te wiId fire 4. Land areas which are above the hillside view line. 4. Land areas which are subject to geologic hazard, landslide and debris over flow. Land areas which lie within a federally recognized blue line stream, or which contain significant riparian stream bed habitats or other established plant formations which constitute a significant natural feature or ecosystem or which contain rare or endangered species. 4. Significant vegetation formations and habitat areas. -7. Land areas which are within 100 feet of a significant ridgeline or hiking trail. F, 4. Land areas containing significant archaeologic or historic sites. Section 6. Exemption other provisions of this subsection *to the contrary notwithstanding, lots of record as of the date of adoption of this ordinance shall be entitled to a minimum of one dwelling unit. Seciton 7. Administration This Ordinance shall be administered in conjunction with the provisions of Chapter 22.56 of the Diamond Bar Municipal Code. Where a conflict or inconsistency exists, the more restrictive regulation shall apply. Wfi Section S. Hillside Management Standards and Guidelines The fellewlngHillside Management Standards and Guidelines are intended to ensure the appropriate management of hillside areas. The Standards are requirements for the use, development, or alteration of land in Hillside areas. The Guidelines are to be utilized to provide direction to encourage development which is sensitive to the unique characteristics common the hillside properties. The purpose for the Guidelines is to protect existing hillsides and to encourage innovation, to the extent that is, the end result is one which respects the hillside and is consistent with the goals and policies of this Ordinance. The Guidelines shall be used by the Planning Commission and the City Council in evaluating those development proposals for which it is proposed to go beyond the minimum standards herein specified. Exceptions to the standards specified herein may be approved, pursuant to the Conditional, Use Permit (CUP) process, when the ......... ..... 11 ......... ageney determines that such exceptions are riot ma eria y injuriouig .... t6-thd intent of the standards and guidelines set forth herein. in granti _ - sueh emeeptien, the appr i _ _ ney shall set ferth apprepriate findings speeifying the faets supper -ting Its deter-minatle In granting any..rt t .s..uc. .... h .. ......e.. xce.... .... .ption, the' appreving ageney u�# shall set forth appropriate in ings Awrafts supporting its determination. ............ r ori, ......... ... :g enforcement"'of""the "provisions of"'this Ordinance, for parcels which may be too small and of a configuration which would create a hardship provided that a variation from the strict application of the Code be accompanied by reduction in the maximum permitted density to the extent deemed necessary to maintain the intent of the Ordinance. The G k may vary frem the standards eentzained hereinp Variations may include modification of the setback requirements to achieve clustering of development on the parcel, in order to maintain grading, drainage, siting and circulation objectives of the ordinance; except that residential structures shall be sited K and designed in a manner which will, in the. judgment . of the Planning Director, maintain a vertical and horizontal distance from other residential structures which will provide a reasonable degree of privacy, light and air between residential structures. Where development is proposed for. a parcel which adjoins one or more vacant, developable parcels, cooperation of the respective property -owners is encouraged in the planning of the road network, utilities plan and open space program for the area as a whole. The City shall consider variations from the strict application of the provisions of this Ordinance as may be needed to achieve cooperation among all contiguous property owners of vacant, developable properties, to the extent that such variation may better achieve the objectives'of this Ordinance. Section Definitions. HillSidO Management=46 -4 -46 All preperty whieh eentains grades, in e3feess ef- A:e.% shall eeMP3:y with the fellewinge The following definitions shall apply to this eeet-jen CONTOUR - A line drawn on a plan which connects all points of equal elevation. GONTGUR GRADING A a_ -ding teehnique designed te result in ea ferms whieh resemble natural terrain eharaeteristles. Herlsental and vertleal eldEve varriatlens -sed fer stege barJes. GentGUE grading dees net neeessarrily niffinise the ameunt --f- !I! eeeurring. CUT - The mechanical removal of earth material. CUT AND FILL - The excavating of earth material in one place and depositing of it as fill in an adjacent Place. ................ ­­­ -------------- .DRIVEWAY - - ----- A .... *Mi -'of access over private property to a single residential unit. EFFECTIVE BULK - The effective visual bulk of a structure when seen from a distance ef 9"""' ...,; from below. ELEVATION - Height or distance above sea level. EROSION - The process by which the soil and rock components of the earth's crust are worn away and removed from one place to another by natural forces such as wind and water. FILL - A deposit of earth material placed by artificial me . ans. FINISH GRADE - The final elevation of the ground surface after development, which is in conformity with the approved plan. GRADING - To bring an existing surface to a designed form by excavating, filling, or smoothing operations HILLSIDE - Refers to --a excess of 10%. parcel of land whi�h in NATURAL SLOPE - A slope which is not man-made. A natural slope may retain natural vegetation during adjacent grading operations or it may be partially or completely removed and replanted. PAD - A level area created by grading to accommodate development. RIDGE - A long, narrow, conspicuous elevation of land. ROADWAY - A means of access over private property to more than one residential unit. SLOPE - An inclined ground surface, the inclination of which is 4 expressed as a ratio of horizontal distance (run) to vertical distance (rise), or change in elevation. The percent of any given slope is determined by dividing the rise by the run, multiplied by 100. SLOPE S.... ... MhW- B....- A manufactured slope consisting wholly or partially of -either cut or filled material. SLOPE TRANSITION: The area where a slope bank meets the natural terrain or a level graded area either vertically or horizontally. PROMINENT RIDGE: A ridge or hill location which is visible from a major arterial, secondary, or collector street, which forms part of the skyline or is seen as a distinct edge against a backdrop. of land at least 300 feet horizontally behind it, or is so designated by the p: -ice -Director. 5 �... a s..x..� r. _----- too of . :.....•A3.:.:::::::::::....�:�;F,:Fi;'::;A.%,#'s4:4i�4iiRiii::, ;....,:5:?:; ....,..;., •: 6 001, ,"bob �:l , I �, ��� � 1, TFKRVI�.' /0 or LAND to W MAIMMAW W tto mAtvMt- SiNM Z. Slope Categories 'Ya A\IWACPO 5,WFV The following are standards for hillside slope categories to ensure that development will complement the character and topography of the land. The standards for one category may be applied to limited portions of the property in an adjacent category when a project is developed on property in more than one slope category. Slope Category % Natural Slope Site Standards 1. 10 to 14.9 Special hillside architectural and design techniques that minimize grading are required in this Slope Category. 2. 15 to.19.9 Structures shall conform to the natural topography and natural grade by using techniques such as split level foundations of greater than 18 inches, stem walls, stacking and clustering. Conventional grading may be considered by the city for limited portions of a project when its plan includes special design I 3. 20 to 24.9 features,' extensive open space or significant use of green belts.. Development within this category shall be restricted to those sites where it can be shown that safety, environmental and aesthetic impacts can be -,-minimized.- Use:_of large lots, variable setbacks and variable building structural techniques such as stepped foundations are expected. Structures shall be designed to minimize the visual impact of their bulk and height. The shape, materials, and colors of structures shall blend with the natural environment. The visual and physical impact of driveways and roadways shall be minimized by eliminating sidewalks, and reducing their widths to the minimum required for emergency access and following natural contours, using grade separations where necessary and otherwise minimizing grading. 4. 25 and over This is an excessive slope condition and development i limited. extremely 10 11 Figure 2: Slope ratio percent slope and degree of slope are shown for some hillsides of varying steepness 3) J Y c W W N_ il) RUM (HOAIZONtat) Grading The following standards define basic grading techniques which are consistent with the ordinance and avoid unnecessary cut and fill. Limitations on project grading amounts and configurations will be decided on a -case-by-case basis under the conditional use process 13 rt1*rTfl Tom_ ACCEPTABLE UNACCEPTABLE .r lie TRANSITION i I A- SINGLE FAMILY GRADING. COhVENTfONAL: GRADING' LANDFORM GRADING PLAN VIEW osuam 15 Figure 5 CONVENTIONAL GR n %�, L IT -j I-7Tir LANDFORM G* RADING PLAN VIEW .. .. l w . u w n w v:::.:;i::;: i y{i:4ii:t: ;..: ::i':}ii:•�.y:b:??•:��21^:- •:i.::::'.{�, v" "�:},ii: i•::iiiiiiyi: '.j:: •::,:'t�v.,':",:�•+y?: "::::!�":!::�>"'i:.+.y: i:Y::: r...,�{vCyy.�:.i�{.•4S;y:.; .,.•{::�.`;C�••�;y�.}..::>:::.:.�•_jiiy:::�iyijjiyi:::::::'i:....?.vii? is }y:v,.::: :.i:::�:tij:::i:+yi:?:L:•:?.::•?{::::,.'{�::.}L•::::!::ii:+..•:': �}y�.ycric .may y!!�{ �y fi'i%::::i::iN!•.rM'.:::i:: ':. .��:M I�t�::::i:•YT� ���?�7.'�M.•:iY::�{iM:�}i::iiR:�lii�.W.:fYi ��� GF �47. ������1 .::..;;.::.;.;:::::.;:.;:.>:.>:.:: . r .. ::: may; '::::•: �:::iK..�:::::•:'':..:`':j•:;;::-;t:}a:::`�::.:,,;:.,;}>:y�::y::�:::: ..:.; 17 Standards a. No finished slopes greater than fifty percent (50% or 2:1) may be created except beneath a structure where the maximum created slope is limited to sixty-seven percent (67% or 12:1) or less. b. Grading shall be phased so that prompt revegetation or construction will control erosion. Where possible,, only those areas which will be built on, resurfaced, or land- scaped shall be disturbed. Top soil shall be stockpiled during rough grading and used on cut and fill slopes. Revegetation of cut and fill slopes shall occur within three (3) months to the satisfaction of the City. e. Grading operations shall be planned to avoid the rainy season, October. 15, to April 15. Grading permits shall only be issued when a plan for erosion control and silt retention has been approved by -the City Engineer without regard to time of year. 4. No excavation or other earth disturbance shall be permitted on any hillside area prior to the issuance of a grading permit with the exception of drill holes and exploratory trenches for the collection of geologic and soil data. These trenches are to be properly backfilled and in addition, erosion treatment provided where slopes exceed twenty (20) percent. e. No point on any structure subject to the provisions of this Section shall be closer to a prominent ridge than one hundred (100) feet measured horizontally on a topographic map or fifty (50) feet measured vertically on a cross section, whichever is more restrictive. And in no case, shall the roof line or any other portion of a structure extend above the line of sight between a ridge line and any public right of wayo whether said ridgeline is above or below the right of way. Eiy €. Lot pad grading is limited to the boundaries of the structure's foundation, vehicle parking space and a yard area as shown on the approved grading plan. 9- Gut slepes fer purpeses of establishing building pads shall net emeeed twenty (20) feet in height and f-111 slepes shall net emeeed eight (8) feet in depth at any peint en the site. h. Retaining walls associated with lot pads are limited to: Upslope (from the structure) walls not to exceed four (4) feet in height. Terraced retaining structures may be utilized which are separated by a minimum of three (3) feet and appropriate landscaping. 19 ........................ i ....... jg Downslope (from the structure) walls not to exceed three ander fz3 Ii2� in height. U Where an additional retaM­jiortion is necessary due to unusual or extreme conditions, (such as lot configuration, steep slope, or road design) then the use of terraced retaining structures shall be considered on an individual lot basis. Terraced walls shall not exceed three (3) feet in height and shall be separated by a minimum of three (3) feet and appropriate landscaping. Terracing shall not be used as a typical solution within a development. threugh eenteer grading and landseape teehn' Lot lines shall be placed two feet beyond top of major slope areas within public view corridors to help ensure their maintenance by the downhill owner. a. GeRteuV grading teehniques sheuld—be used G adjaeent terrain, Hard __ 1 4 moi - . I edges ie ft by---eut b. Where Possible, graded areas should be designed with manufactured slopes located on the uphill side of structures, thereby, hiding the slope behind the structure. 20 THIS ........................ NOT THIS Larger manulactured slope% should De located an the uphill side of the Structure to reduce the appearance Of grAdlog from the street Street SIOP*s should be founded to Provide a more natural Appearance �-S I Retaining walls are limited to one upslope (from the structure) not to exceed 4 feet in height. otherwise, terraced retaining structures shall be utilized which are separated by a minimum of 3 feet and appropriate landscaping. THIS 3' min W max M NOT THIS One downslope from the structure not to exceed 3 1/2 feet in height. Where an additional retained portion is necessary due to unusual or -extreme conditions, (such as lot configuration, steep slope, or road design) then the use of terraced retaining structures shall be considered on an individual lot basis. Terraced walls shall not exceed 3 feet in height and shall be separated by A minimum of 3 feet and appropriate landscaping. Terracing is not to be used as a typical solution within a development. On lots sloping with the street, and other configurations not discussed above, one retaining wall, not to exceed 3 1/2 feet in height may be used in a side yard where necessary (also see roadway). Walls which are an integral part of the structure may exceed -8 feet in height;. however, their visual impact shall be mitigated through contour grading and landscape techniques. 4. The following factors shall be taken into consideration in the design of a project: a. When space and proper drainage requirements can be met with approval by the City Engineer, rounding of slope tops and bottoms shall be accomplished. b. When slopes cannot be rounded, vegetations shall be used to alleviate a sharp, angular appearance. C. A rounded and smooth transition shall be made when the planes of man-made and natural slopes intersect. d. When significant landforms are "sliced" for construction, the landforms shall be rounded as much as possible to blend into natural grade. e. Manufactured slope faces shall be varied to avoid excessive "flat -planed" surfaces. No manufactured slope -shall exceed 30 feet in height between terraces or benches. 22 - Retain the integrity THIS of the natural dope 1 0tier-empha1ized vertical NOT THIS silhouette o etdisrupt the natural silhotret• of the hillside i >a. Where cut or fill conditions are created, slopes would be varied rather than left at a constant angle which may be unstable or create an unnatural, rigid, ''engineered" appearance. Varying cut or fill slope creates a more natural appearance i \ Not this 1 i This 23 The angle of any graded slope should be gradually adjusted to the angle of the natural terrain. .......... Existing develop - ment Propeaed development - ----> 4 Tract boundary Natural grade Variable Proposed XIOPQ extension N Existing drainage device This Natural grade Net this Combine 210POa to more closely APPfOXIMate natural grade '3 A Manufactured slopes adjacent to roadways sheuid be medulated THIS NOT THIS Variety in undulating step* bank creates pleasing roadscap Straight slop• bank heightens monotony of road way -landscape 25 ftctiOA:E� Drainage Where a conflict exists between the provisions of this section and Chapter 70 of the Uniform Building Code, the drainage, Soils and geology provisions �t7l.�,"d.-�-,i-".*'W'a"-"M�*4�*�ii-�ii��s h 11 tw .... ....... prevail, unless in the opinion of the City Engineer,,--Ui�e provisions of this section - meet sound engineering standards-ee 41, -0 Standards 1. Debris basins, rip rap, and energy dissipating devices shall be provided where necessary to reduce erosion when grading is undertaken. Except for necessary flood control facilities, signikicant.natural*drainage courses shall be protected from grading activity.. In instances where crossing is required, a natural crossing and bank protection shall be preferred over steel and concrete systems.. Where brow ditches are required, they shall be naturalized with plant materials and native rocks. M . . . . . . .... ACCEPTABLE UNACCEPTABLE 26 THIS NOT THIS Small irregular berm accentuates the top of the slope Variety in 101»I301u slope bank r,rr grading �"�_., tw— landscaping creates a ���v`;., —accentuates Drainage natural a f` L�� �; contour undulation features appearance �`% ' i become more resembling SZ?—% nature ��.��'1t...5T \ vary visible •, '• 1' �}��. Engineered slope \\ l� ^J bank; look forced Drainage and unnatural lectures are \ i obscured Use of radii and uneven slopes Use of angles and uniform slopes 27 Building and grading permits shall not be issued for construction on any site without an approved location, for disposal of runoff waters, including but not limited to such facilities as a drainage channel, public street or alley, or private drainage easement. 4. The use of cross lot drainage shall be subject to Planning Commission review and may be approved after demonstration that this method will not adversely affect the proposed lots or adjacent properties, and that it is absolutely required in order to minimize the amount of grading which would result with conventional drainage practices. Where cross lot drainage is utilized, the following shall- apply: a. Project Interiors - One lot may drain across one other lot if an easement is provided within either an improved, open V-swale gutter, which has a naturalized appearance, or within a closed drainage pipe which shall be a minimum twelve (12) inches in diameter. In both cases, an integral wall, shall be constructed. This drainage shall be conveyed to either a public street or to a drainage easement. If drainage is conveyed to a private easement, it shall be maintained by a homeowners association, otherwise the drainage shall be conveyed to a public easement. The easement width shall be determined on an individual basis and shall be dependent on appropriate hydrologic studies and access requirements. b. Project Boundaries - Onsite drainage shall be conveyed in an.improved open V-swale, gutter, which has a naturalized appearance, or within an underground pipe in either a private drainage easement, which is to be maintained by a homeowner's association, or it shall be determined on an individual basis and shall be dependent on appropriate hydrologic studies and access requirements. 7o; THIS v.rt.et. Uta of n.tlr. roeka t. . � � � noun Uro man-made r brow ditch � s M NOT THIS r �TYVtc brow ditto .,tn A•C, or concrete v i B. 'Guidelines. 1. Where possible, drainage channels should be placed in inconspicuous location, and more importantly, they should receive a naturalizing treatment including native rock, colored concrete and. landscaping, so that the structure appears as an integral part of the environment. 9099NM .. ' i is +!.�,� ,•' : �^� ? `.',•..r •_j �. 2. Natural drainage courses should be preserved and enhanced to the extent possible. Rather than filling them in, drainage features should be incorporated as an integral part of the project design. Section Access %Nggand•PaL A. Standards. 1 Driveway grades up to a maximum of twenty (20) percent are .permitted, and shall be aligned with the natural contours of the land. Proper design considerations shall be employed, including such items as vertical curves and parking landings. In any case, parking landings shall be utilized on all drives over ten (10) percent grade. 2. BE* 3hall net be pemAted whieh emeeed twenty (29) pereent slepe emeept that ene length, net at the peint aeeess, ef net mere than ten (10) feet may have a slepe tweaty-"e (22) pereent. �P. Grooves for traction shall be incorporated into the construction of driveways with a slope of twenty (20) percent or greater, a coarse paving matter into the construction. a Where retaining walls are necessary adjacent to roadways or within street setbacks, they shall be limited to, three (3) feet in height in order to avoid obstruction of motorists' and pedestrians' field of view, and to create an aesthetically pleasing streetscape. No more that -tftgn three (3); three (3) foot high terraced or stepped rAMing walls shall be utilized which are separated by a minimum of three (3) feet and appropriate landscaping. Slepes net greater than fifty (50) pereent (er 2-.1) will be permitted upen and - app eval by the Fire Marshall.. 29 B. -4-9.- ------------ max 3' max Trron. 3' max Street I Stre!et i Driveways shall enter public/private streets maintaining adequate line of sight. Local hillside street standards, shall be used to minimize grading and erosion potential while providing adequate access for vehicles, including emergency vehicles. The r!"t I w� WIIIT may be a minimum ef 48. 5 feet with 49 feet ef paved -,width ;4:MA Parking en beth sides and a si ewa *1 k en 4 side. Grades of streets in the hillside areas shall be as provided in this subsection. Hillside collector andarterialstreets shall not exceed -a e perc nt. Hillside residential local c . streets shall not exceed 3 percent. 7 Cul-de-sacs to a maximum Of 4" feet in length may be permitted with a maximum of 3 0 ling units., and t9—a Maxi*UM ef !Gee feet I" lenqth-w4th a- -I _f 20 dwelling URAB alld shall terminate with a turn areend a, -.ea not les -9 than 35 feetin radius te eurb-faee-. 8-9.. All other street improvement standards shall conform to the standard plans and specifications for public streets of the City of Diamond Bar. 9-10. The Planning Commission "J" . .. . modifications to the above`'"'""""`"`may approve4gn standards provided such modifications are in substantial conformance with the objectives stated in this section. Guidelines. 1. Roadways and. driveways, where feasible, where feasible, should conform to the natural landform. They should not greatly alter the physical and visual character of a hillside by creating large notches in ridgelines or by defining wide straight alignments or by building switch -backs on visuallyprominenthillsides, split sections and parking bays should be utilized in the layout of hillside streets. 30 THIS_ Reduce grading by j aligning roads along natural grades NOT THIS Roads and hillside grading Avoid running counter to steep graces No parking Stabilize and reforest distributed banks .. " —_ rm- Separate sidewalk Steep slope Split section Roadway 1 Parking be Steep slopes Possible trail Sidewalk Roadway Flatter slope 31 2. Where road construction is permitted in hillside areas, the extent of vegetation disturbance and visual disruption should be minimized by the combined use of retaining structures and regrading to approximate the natural slope. The following techniques should be used where feasible: a. Utilize landform Planting in order to create a natural a ppeari3nce aria provide a sense of privacy. b. Reduce the visual and safety impacts by use of terraced retaining walls and landscaping. C• Split roadways increase the amount and appearance of landscaping and• the median can be used to handle drainage. THIS NOT THIS Round olf • out slop Remove small knooa on roadway cut \ to canlorm to the natural grade Roadway Viita Round all Cut slopes Split roadway sections tt aecommodate grade . change Roadway \ Natural grade Roadway EE Unnatural edge condit[on Cut slope into hillsic Roadway Knob remaining from roadway cut � IGS Roadway Too steep for plants to become established i 1 Mass grading to accommodate one level arterial highway Roadway" \ Natural gr Seetion 7. 4. Trails are an integral. part of a hillside area and provide recreation areas for equestrian, hiking and biking uses. They can also function as a means to take up grade or to convey drainage. .4 In hillside areas, it is not always necessary to provide full improvements- for trails. A more natural experience may be achieved, and the amount of grading required can be reduced, by providing minimal improvements in appropriate areas, such as undevelopable, steep slopes. A'. Where retaining walls are pre . .-en adjaeent te readways er within street limited te 3 -feet In height in er-der te be abselutely setbaeles, te aveid neeessary they shall be ebstruetien ef meterist's and pedestrian's field aesthetleally pieasing streetseape. Other ef vlew -wise, terraeed and te ereate a er stepp struetures shaii be utliized, whieh are 3 feet and apprepriate landseap-i..'.. separated by a e -f- 33 section &— site Design A. Standards. 1• The dimensions Of'a building. parallel to the direction of the slope shall be maximized in order to limit the amount of cutting and filling and to better fit the house to the. natural terrain. THIS NOT THIS Terraced decks do not increase building bulk If r / { - Effective bulk with• N---;..ylll���� of without tlecaa* Building Correctly fits into the ground and /,...—���''�• minimizes the effect 2=� lam,` on the hillside Use of roof docks. low level decks. and side of r building docks Overhanging decks make building /L�i (•'1' Seem more massive Effective bulk High profile P*uildlng tn. stands out on tns hillside Avoid decks hanging from the downhill side with long pole supports Terracing reduces bulk ' Cantil.ver makes building appear tailor, more ' y - ' monumentar- Effective bulk Effective bulk•-� F 9-a Eseesaive cool overhang / + results in additional X bulk / visual bulk r Effective Dulk - Effective bulk 5• Smeller overhangs for individual floors Of windows help breakup mass and ' Protect against eacesaive sunlight Be Guidelines 1. Design of building sites should be sensitive to the natural terrain. Structures should be located in such a way as to minimize necessary grading and to preserve natural features such as prominent knolls or ridgelines. 2. Views of significant visual features as seen from both within and outside a hillside development should be preserved. The following provisions shall be taken into consideration: a. Dwellings should be oriented to allow view opportunities, although such views may be limited. Residential privacy should not be unreasonably sacrificed. be Any significant public vista or view corridor as seen from a secondary, collector or major arterial should be protected. 1a 3. Projects should incorporate variable setbacks, multiple orientations and other site planning techniques to preserve open spaces, protect natural features and offer views to residents. THIS NOT THIS ..... . . ...... \ t Section Architecture A. Standards. 1. The building envelope for all structures shall be as follows: a. Downhill Lot - A maximum/height of thirty-five (35) feet as measured from natural grade at the front setback, extending towards the rear of the lot. The maximum height at the side setbacks shall be twenty (20) feet extending up to the center of the lot at a forty, -five (45) degree angle to a maximum height of thirty-five (35) feet as measured from natural grade. BUILDING ENVELOPE FOR DOWNHILL LOT ! 35� Minimum Itont 3etback 0 Downhill Section Minimum Side Setback Beat: Setback Street Bivation 35 THIS Height limit i b. Uphill Lot - Maximum height Of twenty (20) feet at the'" front setback extending up and toward the rear of the lot at a forty-five (45) degree angle to a maximum height of thirty -fie (35) feet as measured from natural grade. A maximum height side setbacks shall be twenty (20) feet extending up to the center of the lot at a forty-five (45) degree angle to a maximum height of thirty-five (35) feet as measured from natural grade. C. Cross slope Lots - A maximum height of thirty-five (35) feet, as measured from natural grade, at the front setback extending toward the rear of the lot. The maximum height at the side setbacks shall be twenty (20) feet extending up to the center of the lot at a forty-five (45) degree angle to a height of thirty-five (35) feet as measured from natural grade. fur Large root Sac lions to NOT THIS par allot the average slope Building envelope Softening of large vertical surfaces 2. The building shall be terraced to follow the slope. 3. Architectural treatment shall be provided to all sides of the structure visible from adjacent properties, roadways or public rights of way. 4. Exterior structural supports and undersides of floors and decks not enclosed by walls shall be permitted provided fire safety and aesthetic considerations have been adequately addressed. 5. Exterior flood lighting for safety shall be located and shielded so as not to shine on adjacent properties. Decorative lighting to highlight A structure is prohibited. B. Guidelines 1. The form, mass and profile of the individual buildings and architectural features should be designed to blend with the natural terrain and preserve the character and profile of the natural slope. Some techniques which may be considered include: kL_1 a. Split pads, stepped footings and grade separations to permit structure to step up the natural slope. b. Detaching parts of a dwelling such as a garage. C. Avoid the use of gable ends on downhill elevations. The slope of the roof should be oriented in the same direction as the natural slope and should not exceed natural slope contour by twenty (20) percent. 2. Avoid excessive cantilevers on.downhill elevations. 3. Excavate underground or utilize below grade rooms to reduce effective bulk and to provide energy efficient and environ- mentally desirable spaces. However, the visible area of the building shall be minimized through a combined use of regrading and landscaping techniques. 4. Use roofs on loVer levels for the deck open space of upper levels. 1.10 "'11,01 THIS Largo fact areas broken up Use of natural materials and window placement in small increments create interesting small scale patterns Break UP massing of structural elements to more closely approximate the natural slope Stan* foundations and retaining wails relate to the ground NOT THIS Massive roof area is Very visible in contrast to the natural slope Large facade Of one material, even if modulated by windows, seems plain 5. Building materials and color schemes should blend with the natural landscape of earth tones and natural chaparral vegetative growth. 6. To the extent possible, the width of a building measured in the direction of the slope, shall be minimized in order to limit the amount of cutting and filling and to better "fit" the house to the natural terrain. 37 1, THIS Building pulls back from steeper slopes and ravines on the hillside .......... Minor building protrusions wnich' are perpendicular to the contours are accectablg but should be stopped or inset in the hillside Building is Parallel with the contours sectionJ... 0 Fences and Landscaping A. Standards NOT THIS Building is perpendicular to the contours 1. Walls and fencing, not exceeding six (6) feet in height, visible from roadways or public rights-of-way shall be visually open and non-opaque. 2. Privacy walls and fences, not exceeding six (6) feet in height, are permitted adjacent to structures, in order to provide a private outdoor area. Walls and fences shall be of materials and colors compatible with the structure's facade. 3. Native or naturalized plants or other plant species that blend with the landscape shall be utilized in all areas with required planting. 4. Fire retardant plant materials shall be utilized. Plants selected as ground cover, shrubs or trees shall be from the list as approved by the City. 5. A permanent INAM M irrigation system, for purposes of 16ilAiMng required establishing4 shall be installed on all slopes. The emphasis iffid 'J"' SM 1I toward using plant materials that will eventually need minimal irrigation. 'Water and energy conservation techniques shall be utilized including but not limited too such items as drip Mit. ......... ................ 0. lion."I'm .irrigation NEW .Aild - aMIX . .............. ........ 13n THIS Planting pockets on stepped retaining wail allow screen planting. at several levels Lc rl No effective bulk NOT THIS :t b r-1Effective No planting possible due to toe of retaining wail i' T:r. •' Large concrete retaining wall surfaces can be seen for miles and take rear% to conceal with planting and trees 6. Landscaping shall be used to screen views of downslope building elevations. When the structure height exceeds twenty (20) feet from finished grade on a downslope, additional landscaping is required and a landscaping plan shall be submitted for review with the submittal package. 7. Slopes with required planting shall be planted with informal clusters of trees and shrubs to soften and vary the slope plane. Where slopes are 2:1 and five (5) feet or greater in height, jute netting shall be used to help stabilize planting and minimize soil erosion. 8. Native vegetation shall be retained and supplemented within canyons and along natural drainage courses as allowed by state and federal resources agencies (State Department of Fish & Game, U. S. Fish and Wildlife, U. S. Army Corp. of Engineers). THIS _ \ .11 Planting naturally lollows . � �•� tM,av•raga slope 1 / / Open see-thro fanning that NOT THIS _ : t�•,�('�',., s,/�4lands into the natural env.ronm ,y m�aarrl' \ mop— % retaining ..It Screening required- o� (M•:�'l•V1V'.'i'�l ?'i: -v 'Z^ Trfnsition area C1 /Highly visible solid wall i•.6 -Ho screening Clear cut separation between natural condition and developed are• ••ith no transition 39 B. Guidelines 1. Natural landform planting should be used to soften manufactured slopes, reduce impact of development on steep slopes or ridgelines, and provide erosion control. 2. Maintain a "vegetative backdrop" by replanting with approved trees. The vegetation should screen structures to the extent Possible at maturity and .preserve the appearance of the natural hillside. _ -- skrtlne TYPicai building clustering Na -es er ridgeilnes, and An THIS Landform planting �"' � {{7 Irregular visual plan• •, in cross-section ;�tf""�• ',P, Section -NOT THIS Conventional planting Uniform visual plana in cross-sactlon a 7 -rt? Al S t ..............NL 400 SLOPE LANDSCAPING OnM areas U046.* Clustered q y In concave " d7 section Public Safety Standards. A. Fire Protection Standards ........... 1."',...!-..Res-i-defft-ia�—development-9 shall be constructed in such a manner so as to reduce the potential for spread of brushfire through consideration of the following: a. In the case of a conflict where more restrictive provisions are contained in the Uniform Building Code or in the Fire Code, the more restrictiveprovisions shall prevail. b. Roofs shall be covered with noncombustible materials as defined in the Building Code. Open eave ends shall be stopped in order to prevent bird nests or other combustible material lodging within the roof and to preclude entry of flames. C. Exterior walls shall be surfaced with noncombustible or .fire resistant materials. d. Balconies, patio roofs, eaves and other similar overhangs shall be of noncombustible construction or shallbe protected by fire-resistant material pursuant to the Building Code. 2. Residentie-� development -9 shall be constructed with adequate water' supply and pressure for all proposed development in accordance with standards established by the Fire Marshal. 3. A permanent, fuel modification area shall be required around development projects or portions thereof that are adjacent or exposed to hazardous fire areas for the purpose of fire protection. The required width of the fuel modification area shall be based on applicable building and fire codes and a Fire Hazard Analysis Study developed by the Fire Marshal. 4. Fuel modification areas shall incorporate soil erosion and sediment control measures to alleviate permanent scarring and accelerated erosion. 5. If the Fire Marshal determines in any specific case that difficult terrain, danger of erosion or other unusual circumstances make strict compliance with the clearance of vegetation undesirable or impractical, he may suspend enforcement thereof and require reasonable alternative measures designed to advance thee -purposes of this ordinance. 6. In the event the abatement is not performed as required in subsection C of this section, the City Council may instruct the Fire Marshal to give notice to the owner of the property upon which said condition exists to correct such prohibited condition and, if the owner f ' ails to correct such condition, the City Council may cause the same to be done and make the expense of such correction a lien on the property upon which such conditions exist. 4 te -3, 7. Require special construction features in the design of structures where site investigations confirm potential geologic hazards. Section ARRlication Filing -r Recmirements A. A natural features map, which shall identify all existing slope banks, ridgelines, cany6ns, natural drainage courses, federally recognized blue line streams, rock outcroppings, and existing vegetation. Also depicted shall be landslides and other existing geologic hazards. B. A conceptual grading plan, which shall include the following items in addition to those required by the Municipal Code or as part of the Submittal Requirement Checklist: 1. A legend with appropriate symbols which should include, but not be limited to, the following items: top of wall, top of curb, high point, low point, elevation of significant trees, spot elevations, pad and finished floor elevations, and change in direction of drainage. 2. A separate map with proposed fill areas colored in green and cut areas colored in -red, with areas where cut and fill exceed depths established in the hillside development guidelines and standards clearly shown. Additionally, the areas of cut and fill, calculated as a percentage of the total site area, shall be included on the plan. 3. Contours shall be shown for existing and natural land conditions and proposed work. Existing contours shall be depicted with a dashed line with every fifth contour darker, and proposed contours shall be depicted as above except with a solid line. Genteurs, shall be SheWH aeeer-ding te the fellewing sehe4t� 2 2 (A 5 C. A conceptual drainage and floor control facilities map describing planned drainage improvements. D. A Slope Analysis map for the purpose of determining the amount and location of land as it exists in its natural state falling into each slope category as specified below. For the slope map, the applicant shall use a base topographical map of the subject site, prepared and signed by a registered civil engineer or licenses land surveyor, which shall have a scale of not less than 1 inch to loo .fedt and a contour interval of not more than 2 feet provided that 45J - the contour interval may be 5 feet when the slope is more than 20 percent. This base topographical map shall include all adjoining properties within 150 feet of the site boundaries. Delineate slope bands in the range of to 10 percent, 10 up to 15 percent, 15 up to 20 percent, 20 up to 25 percent, 25 up to 30 percent, 30% to 35% and 35 percent or greater. Also included shall be a tabulation of the land/area in each slope category specified in acres. E. Provide- a sufficient number of slope profiles to clearly illustrate the extent of the proposed grading. A minimum of 3 slope profiles 1'.. shall be included1l., with anallysis—s The slope profiles shall: 1 Be drawn at the same scale and indexed, or keyed, to the slepe analysis map, grading plan, and project site map. 2. Show existing and proposed topography, structures, and infrastructures. I Proposed topography, structures, and infrastructures shall be drawn with a 'solid, heavy line. Existing topography and features shall be drawn with a thin or dashed line. 3. The slope profile shall extend far enough from the project site boundary to clearly show impact on adjacent property, at least 150 feet. 4. The profiles shall be drawn along those locations of the project site where: (a) The greatest alteration of existing topography is proposed; and, (b) The most intense or bulky development is proposed; and, (c) The site is most visible from surround land uses; and, (d) At all. site boundaries illustrating maximum and minimum conditions. 5. At least two of the slope profiles shall be roughly parallel to each other and roughly perpendicular to existing contour lines. At least one other slope profile shall be roughly at a 45 degree angle to the other slope profiles and existing contour lines. F. Beth t:e-elope analysis end 'T.*h`R slope profiles shall be stamped and signed by either a registere andscape architect, civil engineer, or land surveyor indicating the datum, source,, and scale of topographic data used in the slepe analysis ,tea slope profiles, and attesting to the. fact that the slepe analysis a slope profiles have been accurately calculated and identified. G. The exact method for computing the percent slope and area of each slope category should be'sufficiently described and presented so that a review can be readily made. Also, a heavy, solid line indicating the 8 pereent grade differential shall be clearly marked on the plan, and An additional copy of the map shall be * submitted with the slope percentage categories depicted in contrasting colors. r -U A geologic and soils report, prepared by an approved soils ... engineering firm and in sufficient detail to substantiate and 405 support the design concepts presented in the application as submitted. Additional environmental studies and investigations, such ' as, but not limited to, hydrologic,seismic, access/ circulation, and biota research may also be required in order to help in the determination of the buildable area of a site. A statement of conditions for ultimate ownership and maintenance of all parts of the development including streets, structures and open spaces. In the event that no grading is proposed, i.e., *custom lot subdivision, a statement to that effect shall be filed with a plan which shows possible future house plotting, lot grading, driveway ,design, and septle system location for each parcel proposed, to be prepared on a topographic map drawn at the same scale as the conceptual grading plan. When unit development is proposed, illustrative building elevations, that show all sides of the proposed structure(s) and which accurately depict the building envelope for each lot, shall be provided. The following items may be required if determined necessary by -t -he Planning D-Jr-eeter-er-Planning Gemmiss-jeff-to'aid in the analysis of the proposed project to illustrate existing or proposed conditions or both: 1. A topographic model; 2. A line of sight or view analysis; 3. Photographic renderings; 4. Any other illustrative technique determined necessary to aid in review of a 'project. Exceptions to the filing requirements shall be determined by the Planning -Director'? At FAWP51kWORK1MA1MYNXHU1SW.DOC 4�6 EXHIBIT "All CITY OF DIAMOND BAR INTERIM HILLSIDE MANAGEMENT ORDINANCE Section 1. Statement of Purpose. The purpose of this ordinance is: A. To preserve and protect the views to and from hillside areas in order,to maintain the identity, image and environmental quality of the City of Diamond Bar; B. To maintain an environmental equilibrium consistent with the native vegetation, animal life, geology, slopes,'and drainage patterns; C. To facilitate hillside preservation through appropriate development standards and guidelines of hillside areas. The guidelines are not intended to be strict standards, but rather to provide direction and encourage development which is sensitive to the unique characteristics common to hillside properties, which include, but are not limited to slopes, land form, vegetation and scenic quality. Innovation in design is encouraged as long as the end result is one which respects the hillside and is consistent with the purposes expressed in this section and in the goals and objectives of the General Plan* D. To ensure that development in the hillside areas shall be concentrated in those areas with the least environmental impact and shall be designed to fit the existing land form, - E. To preserve significant features of the natural topography, including swales, canyons, knolls, ridgelinos, and rock outcrops. Development may necessarily affect natural features by, for example, roads crossing ridgelines. Therefore, a major design criterion shall be the minimization of such impacts; F. To provide a safe means of ingress and egress for vehicular and pedestrian traffic to and within hillside areas, with minimum disturbance to the natural terrain;. G. To correlate intensity of development with the steepness of terrain in order to minimize grading, removal of vegetation, land instability and fire hazards; H. To provide in hillsides, alternative approaches to conventional flat land development practices by achieving land use patterns and intensities that are consistent with the natural characteristics of hill areas such as slopes, land .form, vegetation and scenic quality; and I To encourage the planning, design and development of home sites that provide maximum safety with respect to fire hazards, exposure to geological and geotechnic hazards, drainage, erosion and siltation, and materials of construction; provide the best use of natural terrain; and to prohibit development what will create or increase fire, flood, slide, or other safety hazards to public health, welfare, and safety._ Be Section 2. hillside Management District. All property which contains grades in excess. of 10% shall comply with the following: A. Def initions: The following definitions shall apply.to this Section: CONTOUR: A line drawn on a -plan which- connects all points of equal elevation. CONTOUR GRADING: A grading technique designed to result in earth forms which resemble natural terrain characteristics. Horizontal and vertical curve variations are often used for slope banks. Contour grading does not necessarily minimize the amount of cut and fill occurring.. CUT: The mechanical removal of earth material. CUT AND FILL: The excavating of earth material in one place and depositing of it as fill in an adjacent place. DRIVEWAY: A means of access over private property to a single residential unit. EFFECTIVE BULK: The effective. visual bulk of a structure when seen from a distance of from below. ELEVATION: Height or distance above sea level. EROSION: The process by which the soil and rock components of the earth's crust are worn away and removed from one place to another by natural forces such as wind and water. FILL: A deposit of earth material terial placed by artificial means. FINISH GRADE: The final elevation of the ground surface after development, which is in conformity with the approved plan. GRADING: ' To bring an existing surface to a designed form by excavating, filling, or smoothing -operations. HILLSIDE: Refers to a parcel of land which contains grades in excess of 16%. NATURAL SLOPE: A slope which is not man-made. A natural slope may retain natural vegetation during adjacent grading operations or it may be partially or completely removed and replanted. PAD.: A level area created by grading to accommodate development. RIDGE: A long, narrow, conspicuous elevation of land. ROADWAY: A means of access over private property one residential unit. tomorethan SLOPE: An inclined ground surface, the inclination of which is expressed as a ratio of horizontal distance (run) to vertical distance (rise), or change in elevation. The percent of any given slope is determined by dividing the rise by the run, multiplied b 100. y SLOPE, MAN-MADE: A manufactured slope co . nsisting wholly or partially of either cut or filled material. SLOPE TRANSITION: The area where a slope bank meets the natural terrain or a level graded area either vertically or horizontally. PROMINENT RIDGE: A ridge or hill location which is visible from a major arterial, secondary, or collector street, which forms p of the skyline or is seen as a distinct edge against a backdropart of land at least 300 feet horizontally behind it, or is so designated by the Plannning Director; Hillside Designation The following are standards for hillside slope I categories to ensure that development will complement the character and tonograph of the land. The standards for one category may be applied to limited portions of the property in an adjacent category when a project is developed on property in more than one slope category. Slope Category -0. Natural Slope Site Standards 1. 10 to 14.9 Special hillside architectural and design techniques that minimize grading are required in these Slope Categories. 2. 15 to 19.9 Structures shall conform to the natural topography and natural grade by using techniques such as split level foundations of greater than 18 inches, stem walls, stacking and clustering. Conventional grading may be considered by the city for limited portions of a. project when its plan includes special design features, extensive open space or significant use of green belts. 3. 20 to 24.9 Development within this category shall be restricted to those sites where. it can be shown that safety, environmental and aesthetic impacts can be minimized. Use of large lots, variable setbacks and variable building structural techniques such as stepped foundations are 'expected. Structures shall be designed to minimize the visual impact of their bulk and height. The shape, materials, and colors of structures shall blend with the natural environment. The visual and physical impact of driveways and roadways shall be minimized by eliminating sidewalks, and reducing their widths to the minimum required for emergency access and following natural contours, using grade separations where necessary and otherwise minimizing grading. 4. 25 and over. This is an excessive slope condition and development is extremely limited. . .,__._."'-.r}•••+...�m..Ramaa.+c.:crsvYelz¢�Iffi'C.°D�'a. t' C. Density The maximum number of residential dwelling units -which may be permitted to be constructed on a given parcel of.land shall be the calculated development limit less the number eliminated due to environmental constraints as determined Pursuant to this ordinance. Minimum Percent of Site to Remain in Natural. Average Percent State (No Cut or Fill) or Be Developed Solely Slope of Site For Recreational Pur oses 0.0 - 14.9% 15.0 - 17,4% 17.5, - 19.9% 20.0 - 22.4% 22.5 - 24,9% 25.0 - 27.4% 27.5 - 29.9% 30.0 - 32.9% 32.5 - 34.9% 35.0 and above % 32.5 40.0.% 47.5% 55.0% 62.5% 70.0% 77.5% 85.0% 92.5% 100.0% RATIO RUN/RISE PERCENT RISE/RUN OEGREE ANGLE BETWEEN RUN b RISE RUN r Figure 1: Slope ratio percent slope and degree of slope are shown for Some hillsides of varying steepness RUN (HORIZONTAL) 1. Environmental Constraints - The maximum number of residential dwelling units shall be further reduced by the impact of the following development constraints, as determined by environmental assessment, unless such development' constraints can be* shown to have been eliminated or mitigated to the satisfaction of the Planning Commission or the City Council on appeal: a. Land areas subject to inundation during a 100 -year storm. b. Land areas which have been subject to wild fire. C. Land areas which are above the hillside view line. d. Land areas which are subject to geologic hazard, landslide and debris over flow. e. Land areas ,which lie within*a federally recognized blue line stream, or which contain significant riparian stream bed habitats or other. established plant formations* which constitute a significant -natural feature or ecosystem or which contain rare or endangered species. f. Significant vegetation formations and habitat areas. 9. Land areas which are within 100 feet of a significant ridgeline or hiking trail. h. Land areas -containing significant archaeologic or historic sites. 2. Exemption - Other provisions ions of this subsection to the contrary notwithstanding, lots of record as of the date of adoption of this Ordinance shall be entitled to a minimum of one dwelling unit. 3. Administration: This Ordinance shall be administered in conjunction with the provisions of Chapter 22.56 of the Diamond Bar Municipal Code. Where a conflict or inconsistency exists, the more restrictive regulation shall apply. D. Uses Permitted. Subject to conditional use permit, the uses and structures permitted by the Hillside Management Ordinance shall be those uses permitted in the underlying base district. E. Hillside Management Standards and Guidelines. The following Hillside Management Standards and Guidelines are intended to ensure the appropriate management of hillside areas. The Standards are requirements for the use, development, or alteration of land in Hillside areas. The Guidelines are to be utilized to provide direction to encourage development which is sensitive to the unique characteristics common to hillside properties. The purpose for the Guidelines is to protect existing hillsides and to encourage innovation, to the extent that is, the end result, is one which respects the/hillside and is consistent with the goals and policies of this Ordinance. The Guidelines shall be used by the Planning Commission and the City Council in evaluating those development proposals for which it is proposed to go,beyond the minimum standards herein specified. Exceptions to the standards specified herein may be approved, pursuant to the Conditional Use Permit (CUP) process, when the approving agency determines that such exceptions are not materially injurious to the intent of the standards and guidelines set forth herein. In granting any such exception, the approving agency shall set forth appropriate findings specifying the facts supporting its determination. In granting any such exception, the approving agency shall set forth appropriate findings setting forth the -facts supporting its determination. "Where the Planning Commission determines that the literal enforcement of the provisions of this Ordinance for parcels which may be too small and of a configuration which would create a 0 hardship, the Commission may vary from the standards contained herein; provided that a variation from the strict application of the Code be accompanied by reduction in the maximum permitted density to the extent deemed necessary to maintain the intent of the Ordinance. variations may include modifications of the setback requirements to achieve clustering of development on the parcel, in order to main- tain the grading, drainage, siting and circulation objectives of the Ordinance; except that residential structures shall be sited and designed 'in a manner which will, in the judgment of the Planning Director, maintain a vertical and horizontal distance from other residential structures which will provide a reasonable degree of privacy, light and air between residential structures." "Where development is proposed for a parcel which adjoins one or more vacant, developable parcels, cooperation of the respective property- owners is encouraged in the planning of the road network, utilities plan and open space program for the area as a whole. The City shall consider variations from the strict application of the provisions of* this Ordinance as may be needed to achieve cooperation among all contiguous property owners of vacant, developable properties, to the extent that such variation may better achieve the objectives of this Ordinance". Section 3. Application Filing Recruirements. A. A natural features map, which shall identify all. existing slope banks, ridgelines, canyonst natural drainage courses, federally recognized blue line' streams, rock outcroppings, and existing vegetation. Also depicted shall be landslides and other existing geologic hazards. B. A conceptual grading plan, which shall include the following -items in addition to those required by the Municipal Code or as part of the Submittal Requirement Checklist: 1. A legend with appropriate symbols which should include, but not be limited to, the following items: top of wall, top of curb, high point, low point, elevation of significant trees, spot elevations, pad and finished floor elevations, and change in direction of drainage. 2: A separate map with proposed fill areas colored in green and cut areas colored in red, with areas where cut and fill exceed depths established in the hillside development guidelines and standards clearly shown. Additionally, the areas of cut and fill, calculated as a percentage of the total site area, shall be included on the plan. 3. Contours shall be shown for existing and natural land conditions and proposed work. Existing contours shall be depicted with a dashed line with every fifth contour darker, and proposed contours shall be depicted as above except with .a solid line. Contours shall be shown according to the following schedule: 7' Natural Slope Maximum Interval Feet 0% to 20% 2 Above 20% 5 C. A conceptual drainage and flood control facilities map describing planned drainage improvements. D. A Slope Analysis map for the purpose of determining the amount and location of land as it exists in its natural state falling into each slope category as specified below. For the slope map, the applicant shall use a base topographical map of the subject site, prepared and signed by a registered civil engineer or licensed land surveyor, which shall have a scale of not less than i inch to 100 feet and a contour interval of not more than 2 feet provided that the contour interval may be 5 feet when the slope is inore than 20 percent. This base topographical map shall include all adjoining properties within 150 feet of the site boundaries. Delineate slope bands in the range of to 10 percent, 10 up to 15 percent, 15 up to 20 percent, 20 up to 25 percent, 25 up to 30 percent, 30% to 35% and 35 percent or greater. Also included shall be a tabulation of the land/area in each slope category specified in acres. Combining '8• and •C' is not a permitted calculation 20, 30' Slope •H• Slope 'C'i 6' 30' Slope "A• ; 5' 100' SLOPE FORMULA Average Ctoss Slope • Slope •q• - Slope •H' Slope 'C• LIJ 57100' = .05 = 5% 30720' = 1.50 = 15096 6'/30' _ .2 = 20% N The exact method for computing the percent slope and area of each slope category should be sufficiently described and presented so that a review can be readily made. Also, a heavy, solid line indicating the 8 percent grade differential shall be clearly marked on the plan, and an additional copy of the map shall be submitted with the slope percentage categories depicted in contrasting colors. E.. Provide a sufficient number of slope profiles to clearly illustrate the extent of the proposed grading. A minimum of 3 slope profiles shall be included with the slope analysis. The slope profiles shall: Be drawn at- the same scale and indexed, or keyed, to the slope analysis map, grading plan, and project site map. 2. Show existing and proposed topography, structures, and infrastructures. Proposed topography, structures, and infrastructures shall be drawn with a solid, heavy line. Existing topography and features shall be drawn with a -thin or dashed line. 3. The slope profile shall extend far enough from the project site boundary to clearly show impact on adjacent property, at least 150 feet. 4. The profiles shall be drawn along those locations of the project site where: (a) The greatest alteration of existing topography is proposed; and, (b) The most intense or bulky development is proposed; and, (c) The site is most visible from .surrounding land uses; and, (d) At all site boundaries illustrating maximum and minimum conditions. 5. At least two of the slope profiles shall be roughly parallel to each other and roughly perpendicular to existing contour lines. At least one other slope profile shall be roughly at a 45 degree angle to the other slope profiles and existing contour lines. F. Both the slope analysis and slope*profiles shall be stamped and signed by either a registered landscape architect, civil engineer, or land surveyor indicating the datum, source, and scale of topographic data used in the slope analysis and slope profiles, and attesting to the fact that the slope analysis and slope profiles have been accurately calculated and identified. 0 G. A geologic and soils report, prepared by an approved soils engineering firm and in 'sufficient detail to substantiate and support the design concepts presented in the' application as submitted. Additional environmental studies and investigations, such as, but not. limited to, hydrologic, seismic, access/ circulation, and biota research may also be- required in order to help in the determinati . on of the buildable area of a site. H. A statement of conditions for ultimate ownership and maintenance of all parts of the development including streets, structures and open spaces. I. In the event that no g!7a*ding is Proposed, i.e., custom lot subdivision, a statement to that effect shall be -filed with a plan which shows possible future house plotting, lot grading, driveway design, and septic system location for each parcel Proposed, to be prepared on a topographic map drawn at the same scale as the conceptual grading plan. J. When unit development is proposed, illustrative building elevations, that show all sides of the proposed structure(s) and which accurately depict the *building envelope for each lot, shall be provided. K. The following items may be required if determined necessary by the Planning Director or Planning commission to aid in the analysis of the proposed project to illustrate existing or Proposed conditions or both: 1. A topographic model; 2. A 'line of sight or view analysis; 3. Photographic renderings; 4. Any other illustrative technique determined- necessary to aid in review of a project. L. Exceptions to the filing requirements shall be determined by the Planning Director. Section 4. kublic-safety Standards. A. Fire Protection Standards 1. Residential developments shall be constructed in *such a manner so as to reduce the potential for spread of brushfire through consideration of the following: a. In the case of a conflict where more restrictive provisions are contained in the Uniform Building Code or in the Fire Code, the more restrictive provisions shall prevail. M b. Roofs shall be coveted with noncombustible materials as defined in the Building Code. Open eave ends shall be stopped in order to. prevent bird nests or other combustible - material lodging within the roof and to preclude entry of flames C. Exterior walls shall be surfaced with noncombustible or fire resistant materials. d Balconies, patio roofs, eaves and other similar overhangs shall be of noncombustible construction or shall be protected by fire-resistant material pursuant to the Building Code. 2. Residential, developments shall be constructed with adequate water -supply and pressure for all proposed development in accordance with standards established by the Fire Marshal. 3. A permanent fuel modification area shall be required around development projects or portions thereof that are adjacent or exposed to hazardous fire areas for the purpose of fire protection. The required width of the fuel modification area shall be based on applicable building and fire codes and a Fire Hazard Analysis Study developed by the Fire Marshal. 4. Fuel modification areas shall incorporate soil erosion and s.ediment control measures to alleviate permanent scarring and accelerated erosion. 5. If the Fire Marshal determines in any specific case that difficult terrain, danger of erosion or other -unusual circumstances make strict compliance with the clearance of vegetation undesirable or 'impractical, he may suspend enforcement thereof and require reasonable alternative measures designed to advance the purposes of this ordinance. 6. In the event the abatement is not performed as required in subsection C of this section, the City Council may instruct the Fire Marshal to give notice to the owner of the•property upon which said condition exists to correct such prohibited condition and, if the owner fails to correct such condition, the City Council may cause the same to be done and make the expense of such correction a lien on the property upon which such conditions exist. 7. 'Require special construction features in the design of structures where site investigations confirm potential geologic hazards. 11 B. Gradinq The following standards define basic grading techniques which are consistent with the ordinance and avoid unnecessary cut and fill. Limitations on project -grading amounts and configurations will be . decided on a case-by-case basis under the conditional use process. 1. Standards. a No finished slopes greater than fifty percent (50% or 2:1) may be created except beneath a structure where the maximum created slope is limited to sixty-seven percent (67% or 1k:1) or less. b. Grading shall be phased so that prompt revegetation or construction will control erosion. Where Possible, only those areas which will be built on, resurfaced, or land- scaped, shall be disturbed. Top soil shall be stockpiled during rough grading an used on cut and fill slopes. Revegetation of cut and fill slopes shall occur within three (3) months to the satisfaction of the City. C. Grading operations shall be planned to avoid the rainy season, October 15 to April 15. Grading permits shall only be issued when a plan for erosion control and silt retention has been approved by the City Engineer without regard to time of year. d. No excavation or other earth disturbance shall be permitted on any hillside area prior to the issuance of a grading permit with the exception of drill holes and exploratory trenches for the collection of geologic and soil data. These trenches are to be.properly backfilled and in addition, erosion treatment provided where slopes exceed twenty (20) percent. e No point on any structure' subject to the provisions of this Section shall be closer to a prominent ridge than one hundred (100) feet measured horizontally on a topographic map or fifty (50) feet measured vertically on a cross section, whichever is more restrictive. And in no case, shall - the roof line or . any other portion of a structure extend above the line of sight between a ridge line and any public right of way, whether said ridgeline is above or below the right of way. f. Lot pad grading is limited to the boundaries of the .structure's foundation, vehicle parking space and a yard area as shown on . the approved grading plan. 12 9- Cut slopes for purposes of establishing building pads shall not exceed twenty (20) feet in height and fill slopes shall not exceed eight (8) feet in depth at any point on the site. h. Retaining walls associated with lot pads are limited to: i.* Upslope (from the structure) walls not to exceed four (4) feet in height. Terraced. retaining structures may be utilized which are separated by a minimum of three (3) feet and appropriate landscaping. ii. Downslope (from the structure) walls not to exceed three and 1/2 (3 1/2) feet in height. Where an additional retained portion is necessary due to unusual or extreme conditions, (such as lot configuration, steep slope or road design) then the use of terraced retaining structures -shall be considered on an individual lot basis. Terraced walls shall not exceed three (3) feet in height and shall be separated by a minimum of three (3) feet and appro-priate landscaping. Terracing shall not be used as a typical solution.within a development. iii. Retaining walls which are an integral part of the structure shall not exceed eight (8) feet in height. Their 'visual impact shall be mitigated through -contour grading and landscape techniques. i. Lot lines shall be placed two feet beyond top of major .slope.areas within public view corridors to help ensure their maintenance by the downhill owner. 2. Guidelines. a. Contour grading techniques should be used to provide a variety of slope percentage and, slope direction in a three dimensional undulating pattern similar to existing, adjacent terrain. Hard edges left by cut and fill operations should be given a rounded appearance that closely resembles the adjacent natural contours. b. Where possible, graded areas should be designed with manufactured slopes located on the uphill side of structures, thereby, hiding the slope behind the structure. 13 THIS Larger manufactured slopes should be located on the uphill side of the structure to reduce the appearance Of gradlag from the street / Slopes shouldbe rounded to ' ! provide a more natural appear.... Street NOT THIS ••Streat 3. Retaining walls are limited to: I a. One upslope (from the structure) not to exceed 4 feet in height. Otherwise, terraced retaining structures shall be utilized which are separated by a minimum of 3 feet and.appropriate landscaping. THIS NOT THIS •;0. ! 4, Gr 3. min' T k �a max 14 b. One downslope from the structure not to exceed 3 1/2 feet in height. 'Where an additional retained portion is necessary due to unusual or extreme conditions, (such as lot configuration, steep slope, or road design) then the use of terraced retaining structures shall be considered on an individual lot basis. Terraced walls shall. no exceed 3 feet in height and shall be separated bya minimum of 3 feet and appropriate landscaping. Terracing is not to be used as a typical solution within a development. C. on lots sloping with the street, and other configurations not discussed above, one retaining -wall, not to exceed 3 1/2 feet in height may be used in a side yard where necessary (also see roadway). d. Walls which are an integral part of the structure may exceed 8 feet in height; however, their visual impact shall be mitigated through contour grading and landscape techniques. 4. The following factors shall be taken into consideration in the design of a project: a. When space and proper drainage requirements can be met with approval by. the City Engineer, rounding of slope tops and bottoms shall be accomplished. b. When slopes cannot be rounded, vegetation shall be used to alleviate a sharp, angular appearance. C. A rounded and smooth transition shall be made when the planes of man-made and natural slopes intersect. d. When significant�landforms are "sliced" for construction, the landforms shall be rounded as much as possible to blend into natural grade. e. Manufactured slope faces shall be varied to avoid excessive "flat-planed1l.surfaces. 5. 'No manufactured slope shall exceed 30 feet in height between terraces or benches. 15 4 ' t THISTHISRetain the integrity / of the natural slope I .1 Over -emphasized vertical NOT THIS structures disrupt the natural silhouette of the hillside a. Where cut or fill conditions are created, slopes should be varied rather than left at a constant angle which may be unstable or create an unnatural, rigid, "engineered" appearance. Varying cut or fill Slope creates i a more natural appearance i I 1 I Not this I t / ' .� This 16 N b. The angle of any graded slope should be gradually adjusted to the angle of the natural terrain. Existing development Proposed development ' � t t Tract boundary Natural grade YariaDlef�` Proposed slope extension Existing drainage device �, This Natural grade Not this \ Combine slopes to more closely approximate natural grade C. Hard edges left by cut and,fill operations should be given a rounded appearance that closely resembles the natural contours of the land. THIS NOT. THIS Small irregular berm accentuates the top of the slope ..A� �.sM Variety in �� aotmttoi�o slope bank ,,it � "'•-`, grading , landscaping creates a �\,� `=-aeeantuates Drainage (-l1 v contour undulation .. features natural appearance i) 1 become more resembling S nature very visible r•'^.' ► �� �\lll Engineered slope t 1 banks look forced ! Drainage features are and unnatural ' t obscured Use of radii and uneven slopes Use of angles and uniform slopes 17 i N d. Manufactured slopes adjacent to roadways should be modulated by. sufficient berming, regrading, and landscaping to create visually interesting and pleasing streetscapes. THIS Variety in undulating slope bank creates pleasing roadsc2p Section 5. NOT THIS Drainage FAS 1/o Straight slope"bank heightens monotony of ro&4 way landscape Where a conflict exists between the provisions of this section and Chapter 70 of the Uniform Building Code, the drainage, soils and geology provisions of Chapter 70 shall prevail,' unless in the opinion of the City Engineer, the provisions of this section meet sound engineering standards consistent with the standards of Chapter 70, A. standards. 1. Debris basins, rip rap, and energy *dissipating devices shall be Provided where necessary to reduce erosion when grading is undertaken. Except for necessary flood control facilities, significant natural drainage courses shall be Protected from grading activity. In instances where crossing is required, a 'natural crossing and bank protection shall be preferred over steel and concrete systems. Where brow ditches are required, they shall be naturalized with plant materials and native rocks. 18 ­ - .. . ­ I , 2. Building and grading permits shall' not be issued for construction on any site without an approved location for disposal of runoff waters, including but not limited to such facilities as a drainage channel, public street or alley, or private drainage easement. 3. All cuts shall be drained.. 4. The use of cross lot drainage shall be subject to Planning commission review and may be approved after demonstration that this method will not adversely affect the proposed lots or adjacent properties, and that it is absolutely required in order to minimize the amount of grading which would result with conventional drainage practices. Where cross lot drainage is utilized, the following shall apply: a. Project Interiors - One lot may drain across one other lot if an easement is provided within either an improved, open V-swale gutter, which has a naturalized appearance, or within a closed drainage pipe -which shall be a minimum twelve (12) inches in diameter. In both cases, an integral wall, shall be constructed. This drainage shall be conveyed to either a public street or to a drainage easement. If drainage is conveyed to a private easement, it shall be maintained by a homeowners association, otherwise the drainage shall be conveyed to a public easement. The easement width shall be determined on an individual basis and shall be dependent on appropriate hydrologic studies and access requirements. b. Project Boundaries - Onsite drainage shall be conveyed in an improved open V-swale, gutter, which has a naturalized appearance, or within an 'underground pipe in either a private drainage easement, which is to be maintained by a homeowner's association, or it shall be conveyed in a public easement. The easement width shall be determined on an individual basis and shall be dependent on appropriate hydrologic studies and access requirements. 19 THIS •..sitxraccam..l2cr�r.,:st�x�n.;r:ncrsma�c�;^} - o , 1 Yarfabl®.. ocka to ,made NOT THIS 1 B. Guidelines, Typical brow ditch with A.C- or concrete Iinor 1. Where possible, drainage channels should be placed in inconspicuous locations, and more importantly, they should receive a naturalizing treatment including native rock, colored concrete and landscaping, so that the structure appears as an integral part of the -environment. 7'M r.- i = ' is��! k�J // / Jr l i Y••_ 1, Ali ;2C:d '!� •e .•tea t✓7 �� - :t9`1...,.%''7 .Y.o ° ., r .� � jj ^ b •, .. •"G"'.,,o-a'�1�''-.,wp` f— .'o ':'yea C. •.°'L•'.'�.•... ••y.. �`., .a '.'s.. �.Z•.y Oxa•: a � ':;ri. a •, Ye.0 'y �. �,�a1n e� a..,.all w�,�i' : ,••11y�„ I 20 4. Where retaining walls are necessary adjacent to, roadways or within street setbacks, they shall be limited to three (3) feet in height in order to avoid obstruction of motorists I - and pedestrians' field of view, and to create an aesthetically pleasing streetscape. No more that three (3), three (3) foot high terraced or stepped retaining walls shall be utilized which are separated by a minimum of three (3) feet and .appropriate landscaping. slopes not greater than fifty (50) percent (or 2:1) will be permitted upon review and approval by the Fire Marshall. 5. Driveways shall enter public/private streets maintaining adequate line of sight. 6. Local hillside street standards shall be used to minimize grading and erosion potential while providing adequate access for vehicles, including emergency vehicles. The right-of-way may be a minimum of 48.5 feet with 4.0 feet of paved width and parking on both sides and a sidewalk on 1 side. 7. Grades of streets in the hillside areas shall be as provided in this subsection. Hillside collector and arterial streets shall not exceed 8 percent. Hillside residential local streets shall not exceed 12 percent. 8. Cul-de-sacs to a maximum of 750 feet in length may be permitted ermitted with a maximum of 30 dw'e'lling units, and to a maximum of 1000 feet in length with a maximum of 20 dwelling units and shall terminate with a turn around area not less than 35 feet in radius to curb face. 9 All other ' street improvement standards shall conform to the standard plans and specifications for public streets of the City of Diamond Bar. 10. The Planning Commission may approve modifications to the above right-of-way design standards provided such modifications are in substantial conformance with the objectives stated in this section. B. Guidelines. I. RoadT.4ays and driveways, where feasible, where feasible, should conform to the natural landform. They should not greatly alter - the physical and visual character of a hillside by creating large notches in ridgelines or by defining wide straight alignments or by building switch -backs on visually prominent hillsides, split sections and parking bays should be utilized in the layout of hillside streets. . 22 t 2. Natural drainage courses should be preserved and enhanced to .the extent possible. Rather than filling them in, drainage features should be incorporated as an integral part of the project design. Section- 6 Access and Parknct. A. Standards, 1. Driveway grades up to a maximum of twenty (20) percent are permitted, and shall be aligned with the natural contours of the land. Proper design considerations shall be employed, including such items as vertical curves and parking landings. In any case, parking landings shall be utilized on all drives over ten (10) percent grade. 2. Driveways shall not'be permitted which exceed twenty (20) percent slope except that one length, not at the point of access, of not more than ten (10) feet may have a slope of twenty-two (22)percent. 3. Grooves for traction shall be incorporated into the construc- tion of driveways with a slope of twenty (20) percent or greater, a coarse paving matter into the construction. THS r r} ! ' �•: `" _, � 3' max 3' max CW 3' mag i ._„`• y St►tet ' } 3' MAX Stro®t • 21 THIS Reduce grading by aligning igning rooad.'s along natural grades NOT THIS Roads and hillside grading r Avoid running counter to steep grades 7=-7-- A I To got from A to 5, route selection would be somewhere between perpendicular and parallel to the contours S 2. Where road *construction is permitted in hillside areas, the extent of vegetation disturbance and visual disruption should be minimized by the combined use of retaining structures and regrading to approximate the natural slope. The following techniques should be used where feasible: a.- Utilize landform planting in order to create a natural appearance and provide a sense of privacy. 23 b. Reduce the visual and safety impacts by use of terraced retaining walls and landscaping. C. Split roadways increase the amount and appearance of landscaping and the median can be used to handle drainage. No parking Stabilize and reforest distributed banks Separate sidewalk Steep slope Split section Roadway I Parking Da 'mit �• t ^ Steep slopes Possible trail Sidewalk • I � Roadway Flatter slope Section 7. Trails A. Trails are an integral part of a 'hillside area and provide recreation areas for equestrian, hiking and biking uses. They can also function as a means to take up grade or to convey drainage. In hillside areas, it is not always necessary to provide full improvements for trails. A more natural experience may be achieved, and the amount of grading required can be reduced, by providing minimal improvements in appropriate areas, such as undevelopable, steep slopes. 24 Section 8. . Roadways. A. Where retaining walls are proven to* be absolutely necessary adjacent to roadways or within street setbacks, they shall be limited to 3 feet in height in order to avoid obstruction of motorist's and pedestrian's field of view and 'to create an aesthetically pleasing streetscape. otherwise, terraced or stepped structures shall be utilized, which are separated by a minimum of 3 feet and appropriate landscaping. NOT THIS Unnatural edge condition Cut slope into hillsidi Roadway Knob remaining from roadway cut Roadway Too steep for plants to become established Mass grading to accommodate one level arterial highway Natural grade Roadway '-, W� THIS Round off cut slope to conform to the natural contour of the hill -a. �y Round off - cut slopes Remove small knobs on roadway cut �o conform to the to natural grade �al I 7 Vista Roadway Round off cut 31OP03 Split roadway sections to Zaccommodate grade - chang* Natural grade Roadway le Roadway_�_, Section 9 site Desicrn. A. Standards. 1. The dimensions of a*building parallel to the direction of the slope -shall be- maximized in _ order - to limit . the amount of cutting and filling and to better fit the house to the natural terrain. THIS NOT THIS Terraced decks not increase buildingbulk s i� Overhanging decks • make building seem more ' Effective bulk with .>;! massive or without deczs ;✓ Effective bulk ---"'% Building correctly lits High profile building--^�--� into the ground and minimizes the stands out on the effect hillside on the hillside ■e'�� `� "— Avoid decks hanging --- Use of root decks, low from the downhill sde level decks, and side of t with long pole supports '�--- building decks i Terracing reduces bulk Cantilever makes p ' Effective bulk Effective bulks Smaller overhangs for individual floors or windows help break-up mass and protect against excessive sunlight usuing appear taller, more monumentat- Effective bulk Excessive roof overhang ss results in additional visual bulk Effective bulk i 26 B. Guidelines. 1. Design of building sites should be sensitive to the natural terrain. Structures should be located in such a way as to minimize necessary -grading and to'preserve natural features such as prominent knolls or ridgelines. 2. views of significant visual features as seen from both within and outside a hillside development should be preserved. The following provisions shall be taken into consideration: a. Dwellings should be oriented to allow view opportunities, although such views may be limited. Residential privacy should not be unreasonably sacrificed. b. Any significant public vista or view corridor as seen from a secondary, collector or major arterial.should be protected. 3. Projects should incorporate variable setbacks, multiple orientations and other site planning techniques to preserve open spaces, protect natural features and offer views to residents. THIS NOT THIS section 10. Architecture. A. Standards. 1. The building envelope for all structures shall be as follows: a. Downhill Lot - A maximum/ height of thirty -f ive (3 5) feet as measured from natural grade at the front setback, extending towards the rear of the lot. The maximum height at the side setbacks shall be twenty (20) feet extending 27 ---------- V. section 10. Architecture. A. Standards. 1. The building envelope for all structures shall be as follows: a. Downhill Lot - A maximum/ height of thirty -f ive (3 5) feet as measured from natural grade at the front setback, extending towards the rear of the lot. The maximum height at the side setbacks shall be twenty (20) feet extending 27 up to the center of the lot at a*forty-five (45) degree angle to a maximum height of thirty-five (35) feet as measured from natural grade. BUILDING ENVELOPE FOR DOWNHILL LOT Lj 135" 35:_ 45/ �It 45 i 15 Minimum front setback "t' ck t S Downhill Section . Minimum side setback Rear:setback Street Elevation b. Uphill Lot A maximum height of twenty (20) feet at the front setback extending up and toward the rear of the lot at a forty-five (45) degree angle to a maximum height of thirty-five (35) feet as'me,asured from natural grade. A maximum height side setbacks shall be twenty (20) feet extending up to the center of the lot at a forty-five (45) degree angle to a maximum height of thirty-five (35) feet as measured from natural grade. C. Cross Slope Lots - A maximum height of thirty-five (35) 'ieet, as measured from natural gradel at the front setback extending toward the rear of the lot. The maximum height at the side setbacks shall be twenty (20) feet extending up to the center of the lot at a forty-five (4 5) deqree angle to a height of thirty-five (35) feet as measured from natural grade. 28 2. 3. 4. 5. THIS Height limit NOT THIS Large root sections to parallel the average slope Softening of large vertical surfaces Building envelop* 1 Maximum height limit ii lowed imum height limit • The building shall be terraced to follow the slope. Architectural treatment shall be provided to all sides of the structure visible from adjacent properties, roadways or public rights of way. Exterior structural supports and undersides of floors and decks not enclosed by walls shall be permitted provided fire safety and aesthetic considerations have been adequately addressed. Exterior flood lighting for safety shall be located and shielded so as not to shine on adjacent properties. Decorative lighting to highlight A structure is prohibited. THIS Large root areas broken up -------- it Use of natural.materials and window placement in small increments create interesting small scale pittern.5 NOT THIS Massive root area is very visible in contrast to the natural slope Break up massing of structural elements Large facade of one Material. even to more closely approximate the natural slope if modulated by windows. seems plain Stone foundations and retaining walla relate to the ground B. Guidelines. .1. The form, mass and profile of the individual buildings and architectural features should be designed to blend with the natural terrain and preserve the character and profile of the natural atural slope. Some techniques which may be considered include: a. Split pads, stepped footings and grade separations to permit structure to step up the natural slope. b. Detaching parts of a dwelling such as a garage. C. Avoid the use of gable ends on downhill elevations. The slope of' the roof should be oriented in the same direction as the natural slope and should not exceed natural slope contour by twenty (20) percent. 2. Avoid excessive cantilevers on downhill elevations. 3. Excavate underground or utilize below grade rooms to reduce effective bulk and to provide energy efficient and environ- mentally desirable spaces. However, the visible area of the building shall be minimized through a combined use of regrading and landscaping techniques. 4. Use roofs on lower levels for the deck open space of upper levels. 5. Building materials and color schemes should blend with the natural landscape of earth tones and natural chaparral vegetative growth. 30 6. N To the extent possible, the width of a building measured in the direction of the slope, shall be minimized in order to limit the amount of cutting and filling and to better "fit" the house to the natural terrain. THIS Building pulls back from steeper slopes and ravines an the hillside Minor building I . protrusions which are perpendicular to the contours are Acceptable but should be stopped of i , nset in the hillside Building is Parallel with NOT THIS the contours Building is perpendicular to the contours Section 11. Fences and Landscaping. A. Standards. 1. Walls and fencing, not exceeding six (6) feet in height, visible from roadways or public rights-of-way shall be visually.open and non-opaque. 2. Privacy walls and fences, not exceeding six (6) feet in height, are permitted adjacent to structures, in order to provide a private outdoor area. Walls and fences shall be of materials and colors compatible with the structure's facade. 31 3 Native or naturalized plants or other plant species that . blend with the landscape shall be utilized in all areas with required planting. 4. Fire retardant- plant materials shall be utilized. Plants selected as ground cover, shrubs or trees shall be from the list as approved by the City. 5. A permanent irrigation system, for purposes of establishing and maintaining required planing, shall be installed on all slopes. The emphasis shall be toward using plant materials that will eventually need minimal irrigation. Water and energy conservation techniques shall be utilized including but not.limited too such items as drip irrigation. THIS Planting pockets an stepped retaining wall allow screen planting at several levels r No effective bulk -7.77 - Ur - NOT THIS No planting possible due 10 We Of retaining wall Effective bulk r) Large concrate.f'staining wall surfaces can be seen for miles and take years to conceal with planting and trees 6. -Landscaping shall be used to screen views of downslope building elevations. When the structure height exceeds twenty (20) feet from finished grade on a downslope, additional landscaping is required and a landscaping plan shall be submitted for review with the submittal package. 32 7. Slope's with required planting shall be planted with informal clusters of trees' and shrubs to soften and vary the slope plane. Where slopes are 2:1 and five (5) feet or greater in height, jute netting shall be used to help stabilize planting and minimize soil erosion. 8. Native vegetation shall be retained and supplemented within canyons and along natural drainage courses as allowed by state and federal resource agencies (State Department of Fish & Game, U. 5. Fish and Wildlife, U. S. Army Corp. of Engineers). THIS Planting naturally follows the average slope Open see-thru tencing that blends into the natural environme 3.5'Maximurn retaining wall Screening required. Trtnaition area NOT THIS N� Highly visible solid wall Over 3.5'(not allowed) No screening -ClOar cut 34-pArAtion between natural Condition and developed ares •with no transition B. Guidelines. 1. Natural landform planting should be used to soften manufactured slopes, reduce impact of deVelopment on steep slopes or ridgelines, and provide erosion control. 33 2. 'Maintain a "vegetative backdrops. by replanting with approved trees. The vegetation should screen structures to the extent possible at maturity and preserve the appearance, of the natural hillside.- -Y Typical building clustering I 3. Natural landform planting should be used to soften manufac- tured slopes, reduce the impact of development on steep slopes or ridgelines, and provide erosion control. THIS Landform planting zt TI -NF Irregular visual plane in CrO33-section 6,;A lz CW1 0o 1"3 NOT THIS :.e Conventional planting cz Uniform visual plane in cross-soction 0 If lo, SoctIon 34 yd bow9iV91910 101 pse'l a� Una AvO y!Q Vd noilouilzab File rev by ',v- I ON and is reedy far nt-4WI,=ngct File to iew d by ;d is rea y for destruction by City Clerk