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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1/9/1995&T41010117� JANUARY 9, 19955 7:00 P.M. South Coast Air Quality Management District Board Room 21865East Copley Drive Diamond Bar, California L)aWd Meyer Bruce Hamenbau-wz Don Schad FrankUn II' Bob Huff Copies of staff reports or other written documentation relating to agenda items are on file in the Community Development Office, located at 21660 E. Copley Drive, Suite 190, and are available for public inspection. If you have questions regarding an agenda item, please call (909) 396-5676 during regular business hours. In an effort to comply with the requirements of Title 11 of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the City of Diamond Bar requires that any person in need of any type of special equipment, assistance or accomodation(s) in order to communicate at a City public meeting must inform the Community Development Department at (909) 396-5676 a minimum of 72 hours prior to, the scheduled meeting. Please refrain from smoking, tating or drinking Vie City of Diamond Bar uses rtcycfed paper in the Auditorium and encourages you to do the same. CITY OF DIAMOND BAR PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA Monday, January 9, 1995 Next Resolution No. 95-1 CALL TO ORDER: 7:00 p,m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 1. ROLL CALL: COMMISSIONERS: Chairman David Meyer, Vice Chairman Bruce Flamenbaum, Don Schad, Franklin Fong, and Bob Huff 2. 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 Speaker's Card for the recording; Secrets= (Completion of this form is voluntary) There is a five minute maximum time limit when addressing the Planning Commission. 3. 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: 3.1 Minutes of November 14 and December 12, 1994. 4. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING: None 5. PUBLIC HEARING. 5.1 Conditional Use Permit No. 94-4 This is a request to approve and develop a master plan for Pantera Neighborhood Park located on an undeveloped site at 700-800 Pantera Drive. The project site is within the RPD-20,000-2U Zone and consists of approximately 23.8 acres. The proposed park will provide picnic areas, trails, open play area, tot lot, basketball and tennis courts, baseball and soccer fields, concession area, and multipurpose building. Environmental Determination: Pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the City has determined that this project requires a Negative Declaration. Applicant/Property Owner: City of Diamond Bar, 21660 E. Copley Drive, Suite 100, Diamond Bar, CA 91765 RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission open the public hearing, receive testimony and approve Negative Declaration No. 94-2, Conditional Use Permit No. 94-4, Findings of Fact and conditions as listed within the attached Resolution. 5.2 Conditional Use Permit No. 94-6 This is a request to modify and continue operation of, an unmanned public utility substation for cellular telecommunication facility. The modification will incorporate digital in addition to the existing analog facilities which are now in place. The existing facility is located at Diamond Bar High School. The equipment is located on the roof in an enclosed interior unit. Currently, the visible equipment consists of roof mounted whip antennae and a microwave antenna with the majority of the equipment obscured behind the school's mascot banner. The proposed project will add additional whip antennae and micro wave antennae. ' Environmental Determination: Pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the City has determined that this project requires a Negative Declaration. Applicant: AirTouch Cellular, 21400 Pathfinder Rd., Diamond Bar, CA 91765 Property Owner: Walnut Valley Unified School District, 880 S. Diamond Bar Blvd., Diamond Bar, CA 91789 RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission open the public hearing, receive testimony and approve Negative Declaration No. 94-9, Conditional Use Permit No. 94-6, Findings of Fact and conditions as listed within the attached Resolution. 53 Conditional Use Permit No. 94-7 This is a request to locate an unmanned public utility substation for a cellular telecommunication facility at an existing office building located at 3333 Brea Canyon Road, west of the intersection of Diamond Bar Blvd. and Brea Canyon Road. The installation of the facility requires the placement of a 90 ft. high steel monopole with three antenna arrays, a microwave dish, and the construction of an enclosure to house the equipment room and emergency generator. Environmental Determination: Pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the City has determined that this project requires a Negative Declaration. Applicant: L.A. Cellular, Box 6028, Cerritos, CA 90702-6028 Property Owner: Metro Diamond Bar Properties, Inc.,2030 Main #1020, Irvine, CA 92714 RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission open the public hearing, receive testimony and continue the project for additional information. 5.4 Variance No. 94-3 This is a request to install three freestanding monument signs, utilized for tenant identification, each with a maximum height of 10 feet and a maximum sign face area of 36.75 square feet located at an existing profession and retail center identified as Diamond Bar Village at 325-379 S. Diamond Bar Blvd. and 23341-23499 E. Golden Springs Drive. Additionally, the proposed project includes the removal of existing freestanding monument signs at the project site. Environmental Determination: Pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the City has determined that this project requires a Negative Declaration. Applicant/Property Owner: Steve Poretta, 601 South Glenoaks #301, Burbank, CA 91502 RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Negative Declaration No. 92-7, Variance No. 94-3, Findings of Fact and conditions as listed within the attached Resolution. 6. OLD BUSINESS: None 7. NEW BUSINESS: None 8. PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS: 9. ANNOUNCEMENTS 10. ADJOURNMENT: January 23, 1995 3 MINUTES OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION NOVEMBER 14, 1994 CALL TO ORDER Chairman Meyer called the meeting to order at 7:10 p.m. at the South Coast Air Quality Management District Office, Diamond Bar, California. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The audience was led in the Pledge of Allegiance by Chairman Meyer. ROLL CALL Present: Chairman Meyer; Commissioners: Schad, Fong, Huff, Flamenbaum Also Present: Community Development Director James DeStefano; Associate Planner Robert Searcy; Assistant Planner Ann Lungu; Interim City Attorney Michael Montgomery, Building Official Dennis Tarango; Recording Secretary Carol Dennis Commissioner Flamenbaum arrived at 7:45 p.m. Chair/Meyer welcomed Bob buff as the new Commission member replacing Lydia Plunk. Chair/Meyer presented a plaque to former commissioner Plunk and thanked her for her service to the Planning Commission. MATTERS FROM THE AUDIENCE/PUBLIC COMMENTS Lydia Plunk, 1522 Deerfoot Drive, requested a transmittal be . forwarded to City Council recommending the SASAK project be referred back to the Planning Commission for review. She urged the Commission to prioritize outstanding issues such as the development manual and a tree ordinance which need to be written. She further requested the Planning Commission obtain information from On -Line regarding items of interest. Mrs. Plunk stated she is in favor of a maximum 90 day extension for LA Cellular since the area of Diamond Bar High School is one of the poorer reception areas. An alternative location needs to be found. With respect to Rim Fire Lane, she suggested the Commission review the Property Maintenance Ordinance for unfinished/abandoned structures. Regarding the proposed tree ordinance, Mrs. Plunk advised November 14, 1994 Page 2 Planning commission patience and diligence. The documentation for neighboring_ communities does not indicate whether the tree ordinances were effective. Dennis McCrury, a Diamond Bar resident, stated he is concerned about the enforcement of a tree ordinance. He is also concerned about the effect on the community. Max Maxwell, 3211 Bent Twig Lane, indicated he is in favor of a tree ordinance. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. Minutes of July 25, August 1, October 17 and October 24, 1994. C/Schad requested the July 25, 1994 minutes reflect that he was on time for the meeting. A motion was made by C/Schad and seconded by C/Fong to approve the minutes as amended. CONTINUED.-RUBLIC HEARING: 1. VARIANCE No. 94-2. A request to construct a new three story single family residence in excess of the maximum 35 foot height limit. The site is located within .the gated residential community known as "The Country". CDD/DeStefano stated that this is a continued public hearing from October 10, 1994 during which the applicant requested a continuance. The applicant is Frank Piermarini, 2106 Reservoir, Pomona, CA 91766 and the owners are Jeff and Regina Jan,.1553 Deer Crossing Drive, Diamond Bar. The proposed site is a lot on Rim Fire Lane and involves a variance for a single family residence proposed on a site which was previously slated for development. In late 1989, prior to the. incorporation of the City, an application was filed which involved this project. Since that time, the framing for the ground floor of the home has been built; however, the home has not been developed. The applicant is proposing a 7100 square foot home. The site is approximately 1.9 acres and is severely restricted by a significant slope from the street down to the gully immediately adjacent to the property. The property has a significant number of oak and walnut trees and a Flood Hazard November 14, 1994 Page'3 Planning commission Area at the rear of the property in the ravine area that limits the available development area. The application before the Commission is a unique response to the City code requirement and providing,a reasonably sized, useable home for the property. The variance involves two areas: The first issue is the proposed unit exceeds the above AFG height of 35 feet. The original application involved a significant deviation from the height requirements. The current request for variance exceeds the City Code by nine inches. The second issue is the incorporation of a third story cellar below the main floor. The cellar occupies about 3000 square feet and the main and upper floors consist of approximately 2000 square feet each. staff originally recommended denial. Although staff has recommended denying the updated package presented to the Commission, staff has had the opportunity to work with.the applicant to resolve several aspects of the plan and now wishes to recommend approval of the proposed project. The issues included an understanding of the grading plans, the first floor _foundation .plans, - as well as some of the specifics -- of the drawings. Staffs recommendation for approval includes a new resolution before the Commission with changes to the prior resolution highlighted. Staff now perceives topographic constraints and physical constraints regarding the project which warrants the need for a variance and a deviation from the normal standards which would not be inconsistent with homes in.the area and homes which have been approved within "The Country" by the County of Los Angeles and the City of Diamond Bar. Staff recommends that the Planning Commission open the public hearing, receive testimony, and approve the project with the Conditions and Findings within the revised Resolution. Responding to C/Huff, AP/Searcy stated that according to zoning code, two floors and a cellar are permitted. The originally approved design of this project was for two floors with no habitable area under the first floor. The new plan includes a pool and recreation area which renders the project non -conforming to the code. In addition, the design of the home is now changed from the original approval which includes additional square footage and amenities. Chair/Meyer declared the public hearing open. November 14, 1994 Page 4 Planning commission Frank Piermarini, 2100 Reservoir, Pomona stated -he is employed by the owners of the property, Mr. and Mrs. Jan, to design and build the home. The frontage of the lot is 50 feet, whereas the average lot in "The Country" is 100 to 150 feet. The lot is very steep with the existing natural slopes about one and one-half to one and seventy-five percent of the lot has a restricted use area. The basement (lower level) will serve as the owner's back yard. It will have a pool and recreation area. Due to the steepness of the lot, it would be very difficult to use the rear yard, thus the reason for the basement. Mr. Piermarini further indicated they have worked with staff to meet the requirements of the Building Code for the project to be approved. First, that the cellar be fifty percent below average finished grade, and second, the height not exceed 35 feet above the average finished grade. This has been attained through the use of retaining walls and grading. The cellar will be below the first floor level and street level. By adding another floor in the wasted area, it will strengthen the underpinnings. - - - Mr. Piermarini__ continued-_ they- have._ received architecture committee approval from "The Country Estates". Responding to C/Huff, Mr. Piermarini stated one way to reduce the structure height by nine inches would be to raise .retaining walls. Lydia Plunk, 1522 Deerfoot Drive, indicated she.would approve the project. Dan Buffington, 2605 Indian Creek Road, approves of the project as presented. Chair/Meyer declared the Public Hearing closed. Chair/Meyer asked for clarification of the Building Code. BO/Tarango responded the Building Code is less restrictive than the Zoning Code and this building is well under the definition of 35 feet in height. Responding to C/Flamenbaum, CDD/DeStefano stated the issue before the Commission is the applicant's desire to develop a home on a very difficult lot. The applicant is working within the confines of the Development Code which is not tailored for Diamond Bar and the hills within "The Country". Contained November 14, 1994 Page 5 Planning Commission within this application is a statement which indicates the project will substantially conform to the site plan, grading elevations, etc. Responding to C/Huff, AP/Searcy stated the additional variance is the number of stories. The Building Code states there may be two stories. This project is two stores plus a basement which requires a variance. Chair/Meyer indicated the plans for this project are sketchy and leave a lot to be desired. There are basic points on the property which are not shown on the plans. If this is to be a public record, that record has big holes in it. Adequate grading plans should have been incorporated in this plan to establish grades. The plans could have been accurately drawn to reflect the grades. In addition, the topal should indicate all of the hazardous areas and the trees which are to be preserved. It appears that the building pad on the site is substantially smaller than the building pads on the adjoining and surrounding properties. These items are not adequately reflected in the plans which have been submitted to the Planning Commission. He further stated he finds it difficult awkward the commission -is discussing a house.of 3.5 _feet in 'height that has an exposed face of over 60 feet. Chair/Meyer continued that in terms of full disclosure of the information of the' site, it could have been done in a much better way and that better information could be submitted to the Planning Commission. He indicated that a judgement might be warranted. However, the proper documentation has not been presented to adequately support the Findings of Fact. Chair/Meyer asked Frank Piermarini to return to the Planning Commission with a complete set of project plans. A motion was made by C/Schad and seconded by C/Fong to continue the Public Hearing to December 12, 1994. The motion was carried unanimously 5-0. 2. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT No. 93-7 (1). A request for an Extension of Time for operation of a temporary unmanned cellular communication facility consisting of a 75 foot wood monopole at a site adjacent to the SR 57 Freeway in an existing commercial development located at 21308 Pathfinder Road. AP/Searcy reported that the applicant has submitted a request for an extension of time to operate. a temporary repeater November 14, 1994 Page 6 Planning Commission facility located at 21308 Pathfinder. The temporary site was approved by the Planning Commission on December 13, 1993 for a 75 foot wood monopole and structure to house the repeater equipment. The applicant requested the temporary facility at this location because of the termination of services once provided from a facility at 'Diamond Bar .High School. The applicant was in the process of negotiating with the school district to relocate at the high school in addition to a couple of alternative sites. The importance of this facility as a tool to assist the Highway Patrol, Sheriff's Department, and Fire Department, in addition to regular customers, was stressed by the applicant. This value was underscored as the temporary facility went online shortly before the Northridge Earthquake struck Southern California. Thus, the facility provided service to the community during the disaster. The original grant extended the life of the permit for a period of six (6) months from the date of installation with a six-month extension. The applicant submitted the request to extend the life of the permit to continue operations until a -- - - -- permanent-- site-- can be- obtained. Currently, the.. -City is - -- - processing two. L. A. Cellular applications for permanent sites. The proposed locations are: Gateway Corporate Center, Raddison Hotel, and Diamond Bar Boulevard/Brea Canyon Road adjacent to the SR 57 freeway. The public hearing dates for these applications have not been set. Staff has reviewed the application and determined the repeater station is operating in the manner prescribed by the Conditional Use Permit granted by the Planning Commission. The applicant is requesting to continue operating on a temporary basis until a permanent site can be secured. No additional uses or expansion to the facility is proposed as a part of this application. Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve a six- month extension of time or such time as the two additional alternate locations are approved for Conditional Use Permit 93-7 (1), Findings of Fact, and conditions as listed within the attached Resolution. Chair/Meyer declared the Public Hearing open. Linda Paul, L.A. Cellular, Box 6028, Cerritos, stated L.A. Cellular is in the process of obtaining two Conditional Use Permits for sites which will replace the current site. The November 14, 1994 Page 7 Planning Commission Diamond Bar High School location is not an ideal cell site. The proposed locations will provide excellent cell coverage, and until the new sites are approved, the current site needs to remain in place. A motion was made by C/Flamenbaum and seconded by C/Schad to approve the project for six (6) month extension with .a modification that 5.a. read "This grant is valid for six (6) months from the date of approval. An extension of this grant may be requested in writing and submitted to the Community Development Director 30 days prior to the expiration date of this grant. An extension of time may be granted not to exceed 180 days provided the applicant does not have approved Conditional Use Permits for other locations." The project was approved unanimously. RECESS: Chair/Meyer recessed the meeting at 8:42 p.m. RECONVENE: Chair/Meyer reconvened the meeting at 9:00 p.m. OLD BUSINESS - None NEW BUSINESS 1. PLANNING COMMISSION DISCUSSION OF TREE PRESERVATION ORDINANCE. C/Schad outlined his concerns in developing a workable Tree Ordinance. He requested the Valley Willow/Canyon Willow be added to the current listing of four indicative trees. The proposed ordinance includes definition of multi -trunk trees, as well as single trunk trees. He stated he will prepare refinements to the current ordinance using other cities tree ordinances. C/Schad presented a number of written recommendations to 'be included in the Diamond Bar Tree Preservation Ordinance. A motion was made by C/Schad and seconded by C/Fong to have staff present a Tree Preservation Ordinance to the Commission expeditiously. The motion was defeated 3-2 with the following roll call vote: AYES: COMMISSIONERS: Schad, Fong NOES: COMMISSIONERS: Flamenbaum, Huff, Chair/Meyer ABSTAIN: COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: None November 14, 1994 Page 8 Planning Commission A motion was made by C/Flamenbaum_and. econded by_C/Huff to have staff expeditiously develop an outline and Development Code to include a Tree Preservation Ordinance. The motion was carried unanimously. 2. PLANNING COMMISSION DISCUSSION OF THE DEVELOPMENT CODE The Commission determined that Items 1 and 2 (Tree Preservation Ordinance and Development Code) should be inclusive. (See .prior motion) 3. REORGANIZATION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION Chair/Meyer declared the nominations open to fill the vacant seat of Vice Chairman of the Planning Commission. C/Huff nominated C/Flamenbaum for Vice Chairman. C/Schad nominated C/Fong for Vice Chairman. Chair/Meyer declared the nominations closed. The following roll call vote was taken for the C/Flamenbaum nomination: AYES: COMMISSIONERS: Huff, Chair/Meyer, C/Flamenbaum NOES: COMMISSIONERS: None ABSTAIN: COMMISSIONERS: Schad, Fong ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: None Chair/Meyer declared C/Flamenbaum elected Vice Chairman. 4. SCHEDULE OF FUTURE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING DATES The Commission agreed the next meeting will be December 12, 1994 and that the December 26, 1994 meeting will be cancelled. PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS Chair/Meyer submitted a draft letter, dated October 26, 1994, to be transmitted to the City Council with the Draft 1994 General Plan. ANNOUNCEMENTS CDD/DeStefano reported the General Plan discussion begins at the City Council on November 22, 1994. The Planning November 14, 1994 Page 9 Planning Commission Commission recommendations will be distributed Tuesday, November 15F 1994. A -motion was made by C/Schad and seconded by C/Huff to adjourn the meeting to December 12, 1994. The motion was.carried unanimously. Chair/Meyer declared the meeting adjourned at 10:05 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, James DeStefano Secretary Attest: David Meyer Chairman MINUTES OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION DECEMBER 12, 1994 CALL TO ORDER Chairman Meyer called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. at the South Coast Air Quality Management District Board Room, Diamond Bar, California. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The audience was led in the Pledge of Allegiance by Commissioner Huff. ROLL CALL Present: Commissioners: Chairman Meyer, Schad, Fong, Huff, Flamenbaum Also Present: Community Development Director James DeStefano; Associate Planner Robert Searcy; Assistant Planner Ann Lungu; Interim City Attorney Michael Montgomery, Consultant Engineer Michael Myers; Recording Secretary Carol Dennis MATTERS FROM THE AUDIENCE/PUBLIC COMMENTS - None CONSENT CALENDAR 1. Minutes of August 8, 15, 23, 30, September 12, 22, 26, and 27, 1994. A motion was made by C/Schad and seconded by C/Fong to accept the minutes as presented. The motion was carried unanimously. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING: 1. VARIANCE No. 94-2. A request to construct a new three story single family residence in excess of the maximum 35 foot height limit. The site is located within the gated residential community known as "The Country". Applicant: Frank Piermarini, 2100 S. Reservoir, Pomona Property Owner: Jeff and Regina Jan,,1553 Deer Crossing, Diamond Bar. Property Location: 22104 Rimfire Lane. December 12, 1994 Page 2 Planning commission AstP/Lungu reported that this. project was reviewed by the Planning Commission on November 14, 1994. At that time, the Commission directed the staff and the applicant to work together and provide plans more reflective of the proposed project than a conceptual design. The applicant has provided plans which more accurately show the elements of the project. The project is a request for relief from compliance of Section 22.20.110, HEIGHT LIMITS., of the Los Angeles County Code as adopted by the City of Diamond bar. As required, "Every residence and every other building in Zone R-1 shall have a height of not to exceed two stories or 35 feet, including a basement but excluding a cellar;....." The subject site can be characterized as a hillside lot with slopes ranging from 2:1 to 1.5:1 as the lot falls westward into a ravine. The lot possesses a flood hazard area that extends along. two thirds of the western property line. Additionally, approximately 73 percent of the site is within a restricted use area. Together these areas establish a large degree of development restrictions on the site. The project - - --- site has stands of - oak trees- located at the rear of--the.--- property, down slope from the existing foundation. The remainder of the site is covered with natural grasses. The site possesses an extremely limited level area which is located adjacent to the street and does not provide an area capable of supporting habitable structures. The revised plans submitted to staff indicate that the existing foundation will be expanded for the proposed residence. Additionally, the incorporation of the retaining walls at the rear and side elevations will reduce the exposed portions of the structure and .also assist in bringing the residence closer into conformance with the height requirements. An average finished grade (AFG) calculation and sections for the project are provided by the applicant. The applicant revised the original site plan adding retaining walls to the east and west elevations, ranging in height from 0 to 8 feet. A stairway is incorporated into the design of the western retaining wall and wraps around the rear of the structure. As a result of these retaining walls, the AFG is favorably adjusted. The house is now 36 feet above AFG although the rear elevation exposes in excess of 60 feet of building face. The structure's lower floor is, however, still considered a basement. By code, only one floor can be constructed above this area. December 12, 1994 Page 3 Planning commission The applicant provided a conceptual landscape plan. It does not provide enough specific information to determine the extent the visual impact could be reduced. The landscape plan also does not adequately address the immediate benefits of the incorporation of plant materials for this area. However, staff will have the opportunity to ensure the plan's effectiveness upon submittal of the final landscape plan. The side elevations exhibit over 50 feet of structure. Within "The Country" there are many parcels which exhibit similar qualities and topographic features as the subject site. There residences were constructed in a similar fashion to this proposed house. A review of the Planning Division's files does not indicate the granting of any modifications to height restrictions in the immediate area of this project site. Staff has found the project not in conformance with development standards applied within the City. The site presents topographic difficulties, although a design in conformance with development standards can be attained. This project -has been -revised-.and.-incorporates techniques to -bring-_-- , --- - - the project as close to conformance with the code as possible. The house is approximately 1 foot over the AFG, although the residence does not conform to the number of required stories. The staff recommends that the Planning Commission open the public hearing, receive testimony, and approve Variance No. 94-2, Findings of Fact, and conditions as listed within the Resolution. Chair/Meyer declared the public hearing open. Kenneth Welch, Engineer, 2440 S. Hacienda Boulevard, Hacienda Heights, stated that for anything to be built on this site, he believes the height cannot be improved. Chair/Meyer asked why the Planning Commission is being asked to approve a variance in a flood hazard area. CE/Myers responded that the Commission is not being asked to approve construction in a flood hazard area because there have been no submittals regarding the flood hazard area. If it is a recorded flood hazard area, to eliminate the designation,: the development would be reviewed by the.City Council. Chair/Meyer asked Mr. Welch if the applicant has read and December 12, 1994 Page 4 Planning Commission accepts the draft resolution and conditions. Mr. Piermarini responded he has no problems with the conditions. CDD/DeStefano stated all of the foundation footing details must be reviewed and approved by the City's Building and Safety Division prior to issuance of construction permits. Chair/Meyer declared the public hearing closed. RECESS: Chair/Meyer recessed the meeting at 7:50 p.m. RECONVENE: Chair/Meyer reconvened the meeting at 8:00 p.m. A motion was made by C/Huff and seconded by VC/Flamenbaum to approve Variance No. 94-2 with the addition of the following conditions: "That the flood hazard area question be addressed and that no structure will be permitted to be constructed within any easement without first receiving permission from the owner -of- the _easement_ approving. _such -structures-"._, -The- motion was carried unanimously. 2. DEVELOPMENT REVIEW No. 94-2. A request to construct an 18,110 square foot, two-story office/professional building. The 40,496 square foot project site is undeveloped and is located at the southeast corner of Brea Canyon Road and Lycoming Street in Zone C-1-BE. The project additionally proposes a freestanding 6 ft. high monument sign on the Brea Canyon Road frontage. Applicant/Property Owner: G. Miller Development, 721 Brea Canyon Road #7. AP/Searcy reported that in 1990 the subject site was rezoned from R-1 (Single Family Residence Zone) to C-1 (Restricted Business Zone). The property is currently vacant. Formerly, the property had been developed with a single family residence. Abutting the site from the east to north lies a Los Angeles County Flood Control Channel, to the south a recreation vehicle storage site which is located adjacent to the SR 60 Freeway, to the north a convenience store and a condominium project, and to the west single family residential development, a day care center, and a variety of miscellaneous industrial/manufacturing type uses. December 12, 1994. Page 5 Planning commission The project is designed with an orientation toward the interior of the site rather than to Brea Canyon Road. The advantage of this design allows for a substantial swath of landscaping along the Brea Canyon Road frontage thereby reducing the perception of the mass of the building. The structure will be located at; distances ranging from 10 ft. to 20 ft. behind the sidewalk. An extensive mixture of plants including shrubs and trees are proposed along this rear elevation. The. applicant is providing approximately 25 percent landscaping throughout the site. The project proposes a lot coverage ratio of 69 percent and a FAR of .56. There is an entry statement provided at the entries to the project in. the form of 42 in. high stucco walls that screen the parking area from the street with assistance of landscaping. A six foot high block wall is proposed along the extreme southeast property line as an extension of the existing wall. All lighting will be designed so as to provide a minimum of one candlefoot over the site while minimizing light spillage off - site. Landscaping for the project is quite extensive and is intended to give the project the appearance of instant maturity. For example, the landscaping along Brea Canyon Road features four 36 in. box Queen Palms and three 25 ft. tall Mexican Fan Palms in addition to extensive shrubbery and ground cover. The parking area will be encased by Yew Pines and Dwarf Salmon along the southerly perimeter and Mexican Fan Palms, Loquats and various shrubs at the easterly boundary along the flood channel. The interior area of the site will be planted with a variety of trees and shrubs in sizes and quantities sufficient to detract from the visibility of the hardscape. The site provides for two points of ingress and egress, one on Brea Canyon Road, a four lane major arterial, and the other on Lycoming Street, a secondary road. All drive aisles conform to the Los Angeles County standard of 26 feet. The project is designed with a shared access easement to afford future inter - parcel circulation for any future development. The subject project is designed with parking spaces within this easement. The easement enters the site from the.south and follows the flood channel to the Lycoming Street access. staff recommends that the easement be recorded with the County Recorder upon approval of the City once the instrument is crafted and approved by the City. December 12, 1994 Page 6 Planning commission The parking standard stipulates a parking ratio of one space per 400 sq. ft. of retail/commercial office space. Additionally, the code requires one space per 250 sq. ft. of professional/medical. office space. The minimum requirement for this project is 45 spaces if no professional/medical uses are located within the structure. Fifty parking spaces have been proposed on site and there is no on -street parking on Brea Canyon Road or Lycoming Street. Landscaping has been distributed in islands to break up the harshness of the hardscape. Thirty one spaces are standard size, 16 are compact stalls and three handicapped spaces are proposed and one of these spaces must accommodate van accessibility requirements. The site is currently vacant and the construction of the project will generate traffic volumes in excess of the previous land use (a single family residence). The increase will not, however, have a significant adverse impact. The traffic report prepared for a more intensive but similar project identifies a projection of approximately 1,500 trips per day. For this project the trip generation will be less. -- - -- --- The report -identified mitigationmeasures which will assist in reducing the impacts associated with the project. Included as mitigation measures are restriping Lycoming at the approaches to Brea Canyon Road to provide a left turn lane into the project and at the intersection and to prohibit parking on Lycoming Street (currently in effect). The building orientation is toward the interior of the site. but the appearance of the structure from all sides displays consistency of theme and style. The design of the two floor office building features a French architectural style and a height of 35 feet. The applicant has proposed the primary exterior finish as Bisque stucco complemented by a darker Balsa accent. Additional channel accents are incorporated over areas of the first floor in the central portion of the building and the corners. The project offers second floor access to the outside via balconies from all elevations and is encased by the precast concrete balustrades. Cloud White trim is proposed for the fascia, trim, qudins and second floor precast concrete balustrades. The material proposed for the 12:12 roof is a typical flat concrete tile of dark adobe, adobe, avante light grey and sand topped with a painted sheet metal roof cap. Perched atop the protruding roof elements, the project proposes ornamentations. The windows of the project will display painted sheet metal caps above and typical stucco finish on the remaining perimeter. The December 12, 1994 Page 7 1 Planning commission applicant has chosen to place the air conditioning and heating equipment on the roof in a well area that, in addition to the parapet, conceals the equipment from view. Signage for the project is proposed for the corner of the site closest to the intersection of Brea Canyon Road and Lycoming Street. The freestanding sign is designed with a maximum height of 6 ft. The sign will display the "BREA CANYON PLAZA" center identification in 12 inch high illuminated reverse pan channel letters. The stucco monument structure will have a 10 foot long split face in order to maximize exposure to commuters in all directions. The sign features architectural treatments which include a central 6 foot capped stucco pilaster as well as a 42 in. pilaster with channels, on the perimeter of each side. No other signage is requested as a part of this application. The staff recommends that the Planning Commission open the public hearing and receive testimony and approve the Resolution of Approval with the attached conditions. ,- _-. - _ Chair./Meyer_-declared the public. hearing open. - _.- -----. --- - - Louis Marcellin, owner of adjacent property known as Walnut Valley Trailer, stated he would agree with a simple lot line adjustment to give up about 1500 square feet for a parking easement. He does not wish to give up an additional 3000 square feet for parking as shown on the subject plans. He further stated he would be in favor of an ingress/egress to Lycoming street. Ben Pissaro, 21040 Lycoming, stated he is opposed to the flood channel being covered. In addition, he stated he is very concerned about the traffic flow on Lycoming. Chair/Meyer declared the public hearing closed. C/Flamenbaum asked for information regarding the flood control easement. CE/Myers responded that the information provided is the best available information. The assessor's map indicates the channel may depart from a concentric curvature with the channel as it nears Lycoming. The Assessor's map indicates a 15' wide storm drain. Chair/Meyer indicated that the information provided during the December 12, 1994 Page 8 Planning Commission Public Hearing shows a set of plans indicating development on an adjoining piece of property and the adjoining property owner registering his opposition. The options are to deny the plans since they are inaccurate or to continue the public hearing and allow the applicant and the ajoining property owner the opportunity to work out the real lot lines. C/Fong indicated his concerns about the left turn traffic from the project site onto Lycoming. Chair/Meyer stated that staff has suggested a traffic analysis for the project. Chair/Meyer further stated the traffic analysis should be provided prior to the staff review. Chair/Meyer continued that the project. has merit in its concept although it may be slightly overbuilt for the lot. Some fine tuning needs to be done. If the applicant is going to show development on someone elses property, approval from the property owner would be prudent prior to submitting the project to the City. ------ Responding to C/Huff, CDD/DeStef.ano stated -staffs -position -is to insure that the maximum number of parking spaces permitted by the code be the appropriate goal to reach, particularly on a site such as this where there is no street parking or adjacent parking currently available. A motion was made by C/Schad and seconded by C/Huff to continue the public hearing to January 23, 1995 and have staff address the following items: 1) Traffic Study 2) Parking Easement 3) Lot Line Correction 4) Offstreet Parking. The motion was carried unanimously. OLD BUSINESS - None NEW BUSINESS - None PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS — None ANNOUNCEMENTS CDD/DeStefano indicated the Development Code discussion will begin January 23, 1995. Chair/Meyer cautioned the Commission not to prejudice themselves before the City Council when giving testimony on the General Plan. December 12, 1994 Page 9 Planning commission Chair/Meyer thanked staff for their support to the Commission during 1994 and wished them happy holidays. A motion was made by C/Schad and seconded by C/Huff to adjourn the meeting to January 9, 1995. The motion was carried unanimously. Chair/Meyer declared the meeting adjourned at 9:00 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, James DeStefano Secretary Attest: David Meyer Chairman Agenda Item 5.1 — CUP No. 94-4 Staff Report found in project file. m ; - t Rini PANTERA PARK MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION AND. INITIAL STUDY 1 January 1995 Prepared for: r, City of Diamond Bar y 21660 Copley Drive, Suite 100 Diamond Bar, California 91765 r- Prepared by: Cotton/Beland/Associates, Inc. — 747 East Green Street, Suite 400 Pasadena, California 91101-2119 i L` { i C i 859.00 In PANTERA PARK MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION Lead Agency: City of Diamond Bar i Mailing Address: Community Development Department City of Diamond Bar 21660 E. Copley Drive, Suite 100 Diamond Bar, CA 91765-4177 I, Contact Person: Robert Searcy, Associate Planner &9 Project Location: Southeast of the Pantera Drive and Bowcreek Drive E intersection in northeastern Diamond Bar. Project Description: The City of Diamond Bar proposes to develop a 23.8-acre vacant site in the Ls",northeastern portion of Diamond Bar as a neighborhood park. The site is located east of the intersection of Pantera Drive and Bowcreek Drive in a single- family residential neighborhood. The park will provide active and passive recreation for the residents in the part of the City that does not currently have a neighborhood park facility. The City has prepared a master plan for Pantera Park through a series of community workshops. The plan proposes developing approximately 15.5 acres with ball fields for open play, soccer, baseball, and basketball; tennis courts; a picnic area; a tot lot; and a community center facility. The community center will be a single story multi -purpose building of approximately 7,500 square feet. Surface parking will accommodate 130 spaces, including ten handicapped parking spaces. WaIf�F7►�i1)a/:ti_II_O r l The City of Diamond Bar has determined that the proposed project as designed will not result in significant adverse impacts on the environment. The documentation supporting this determination is contained in the Initial Study prepared for the project, attached as Exhibit A. The following mitigation measures have been included into the project to avoid or reduce potential significant effects to less than significant levels. City of Diamond Bar Pantera Park I Mitigated Negative Declaration I Water s 1. Drought resistant plants will be used in landscaping to the greatest extent L. possible. 2. A water -efficient irrigation system, including drip system for root areas of MA appropriate plants, will be used to conserve water. 3. The Community Services Department will explore the possibility of current and future use of reclaimed water for irrigating the Pantera Park grounds. Noise C� 1. There will be no deliveries to the park between 9:00 PM and 6:00 AM on �4 weekdays and 8:00 PM and 8:00 AM on weekends. 2. There will be no maintenance activity between 9:00 PM and 7:00 AM on weekdays, and no major maintenance activity on Saturdays and Sundays. Light and Glare US 1. All lighting will be shielded and focused into the fields and away from adjoining properties. 2. A densely landscaped -buffer of- evergreen trees with a potential height of 40 -- — feet minimum will be planted along the northern boundary of the site along Bowcreek Drive where single-family homes adjoin the site. Fast growing evergreens, such as iron bark eucalyptus (Eucalyptus Sideroxylon) or other 3 1 species, shall be planted at intervals of no more than 25 feet. 3. Light standards will be the minimum height possible to provide effective a lighting of ball fields and tennis courts while minimizing spillover lighting. 4. Lighting will not be used after 10:00 PM. 1 I Safety 1. Safety features, such as fencing, will be incorporated into the design of the water element to reduce the potential for accidents. City of Diamond Bar Pantera Park 2 Mitigated Negative Declaration INITIAL ENVIRONMENTAL STUDY FOR PANTERA PARK DIAMOND BAR; CALIFORNIA PROJECT DESCRIPTION The Project The City of Diamond Bar proposes to develop a 23.8-acre vacant site in the northeastern portion of Diamond Bar as a neighborhood park. The site is located southeast of the intersection of Pantera Drive and Bowcreek Drive in a �isingle-family residential neighborhood. The site is mostly flat, undeveloped land. It was previously graded and currently, the land is grown with low grasses. Mature trees grow at the southern end of the (.2 site. The site elevation is mostly below the grade of Pantera Drive and the surrounding single-family residences will overlook the park. Figure 1 shows the park's regional location. Figure 2 shows its street location and topography. Project Objectives �Rl The proposed park will provide active and passive recreation for the residents in the part of the City that does not currently have a neighborhood park with facilities for active recreation. Currently, only Summit Ridge Park, located in the Ey+F vicinity of Grand Avenue, provides park and recreation service to the entire northeastern partof-Bar. The City has -identified a need for a - neighborhood park in this area and designated the project site for park and recreation uses in its proposed General Plan. The proposed project fulfills this objective and contributes to achieving a City-wide goal of providing adequate ! {, park and recreation facilities for residents of Diamond Bar. Project Design j' The City has developed a master plan for Pantera Park through a series of community workshops designed to incorporate community involvement in the -, design process. As a result, the park's design is responsive to community wishes and incorporates many features suggested by the residents, including orientation and configuration of ball fields, inclusion of a picnic area, safety fencing for the tot lot, and others. The master plan proposes developing approximately 15.5 j` acres of a 23.8-acre site with ball fields for open play, soccer, baseball, and basketball; tennis and multipurpose courts; a picnic area; a tot lot; and a ,1 community center facility. The community center will be a single story multi- purpose building of approximately 7,500 square feet, including 1,000 square feet of concession and restrooms. The remainder of the site will be open space interpretive area with trails and landscaped areas. Trees that currently grow on City of Diamond Bar Pantera Park 1 Mitigated Negative Declaration SOURCE: City of Diamond Bar Figure 1 4000' 8000 north 0. , Regional Location Pantera Park Mitigated City of Diamond Bar 2 Negative Declaration I SOURCE: City. of Diamond Bar Figure 2 � LT I north Project Location and Topography City of Diamond Bar 3 Pantera Park Mitigated Negative Declaration the remainder of the site will be retained. Edges of the park will be heavily landscaped with trees and other vegetation to buffer the park from adjoining k streets and surrounding residences. The landscape may include a pond water element, or other decorative features to enhance the park's attractiveness. Access and Parking Pedestrian access to the park will provided off Bowcreek Drive. Vehicular access will be provided off Pantera Drive. Driveways will be located to the east of the INintersection of Pantera Drive and Bowcreek Drive to provide the best line of sight visibility for motorists. Approximately 130 surface parking spaces, including ten handicapped spaces, will be provided. Figure 3 shows the proposed master. plan. Surrounding Land Uses The project site is located in a residential neighborhood and is surrounded by single-family homes to the north, northwest, and south. The houses along e� Bowcreek Drive and across Pantera Drive overlook the park site as it is located at a lower elevation, below the road's grade. A large vacant site on a hillside to VIF the west of the project, across Pantera Drive, is designated for a school use. To 'y the east and southeast the site adjoins undeveloped hillside. Site photographs are presented in Figure 4. Relationship to Land Use Plans The City General Plan designates the project site for park uses (P). The site is zoned R-P-D, low.densit residential 2 units per acre planned development, Y ( P ) P which allows for public park uses. The proposed park is therefore, consistent with the proposed 1994 General Plan and existing zoning designations. t City of Diamond Bar Pantera Park 4 Mitigated Negative Declaration �t' „t” ;J m� go 41 - M D SOURCE: City of Diamond Bar r. Figure 3 G'A, norm U ,so, 300' Illustrative Site Plan City of Diamond Bar 5 Pantera Park Mitigated F, Negative Declaration p � IV 2 - 4 yFfn} 9 k j 'L 1 INITIAL ENVIRONMENTAL STUDY I. BACKGROUND k{ 1. Name of Proponent: City of Diamond Bar _ 2. Address and Phone Number of Proponent: Community Services Department 21660 Copley Drive, Suite 100 Diamond Bar, CA 91765-4177 t Bob Rose, Director (909) 860-2489 r 3. Date of Environmental Assessment: December 15, 1994 r 4. Agency Requiring Assessment: City of Diamond Bar Contact: Robert Searcy, .Associate Planner 5. Name of Proposal, if applicable: Ni Pantera Park 6. Location of Proposal. Northeastern Diamond Bar - located southeast of Pantera Drive and Bowcreek Drive ' II. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS Yes Maybe No 1, Earth. Will the proposal result in: a. Unstable earth conditions or in changes in geologic substructures? X ,a b. Disruptions, displacements, compaction, or over - coveting of the soil? x J City of Diamond Bar Pantera Park 7 Mitigated Negative Declaration Et; Yes Maybe No c. Substantial change in topography or ground surface X ;. relief features? d. The destruction, covering, or modification of any unique geologic or physical features? X e. Any substantial increase in wind or water erosion of soils, either on or off site? X f. Changes in deposition or erosion of beach sands, or changes in siltation, deposition, or erosion which - may modify the channel of a river or steam or the bed of the ocean or any bay, inlet, or lake? X g. Exposure of people or property to geologic hazards such as earthquakes, landslides, mudslides, ground = ti failure, or similar hazards? X 2. Air. Will the proposal result in: a. Substantial air emissions or deterioration of r{ ambient air quality? X b. The creation of objectionable odors? X -. c. Alteration of air movement, moisture, or temperature, or any change in climate, r` r: whether locally or regionally? X 3. Water. Will the proposal result in: K. a. Substantial changes in currents, or the course or direction of water movements, in either marine or fresh waters? X b. Substantial changes in absorption rates, drainage i= patterns, or the rate and amount of surface runoff? X c. Alterations to the course or flow of floodwaters? X d. Change in the amount of surface water in any water body? X Pantera Park City of Diamond bar {`'- S Mitigated Negative Declaration Yes Mayb No e. Discharge into surface waters, or in any alteration of surface water quality including, but not limited to temperature, dissolved oxygen, or turbidity? X f. Alteration of the direction or rate of flow of groundwaters? X g. Change in the quantity of ground waters, either through direct additions or withdrawals, or through interception of an aquifer by cuts or excavations? X h. Substantial reduction in the amount of water other- wise available for public water supplies? X F i. Exposure of people or property to water -related hazards such as flooding or tidal waves? X j. Significant changes in the temperature, flow, or chemical content of surface thermal springs? X 4. Plant Life. Will the proposal result in: a. Change in the diversity of species; or number of any native species of plants (including trees, shrubs, grass, crops, and aquatic plants)? X b. Reduction of the numbers of any unique, rare, or endangered species of plants? X c. Introduction of new species of plants into an area of a native vegetation, or result in a barrier to the normal r� replenishment of existing species? X. d. Substantial reduction in acreage of any agricultural crop? X 5. Animal Life_ Will the proposal result in: a. Change in the diversity of species, or numbers of any species of animals (birds, land animals including reptiles, fish and shellfish, benthic organisms, or insects)? X �—j e5 t�t Pantera Park City of Diamond Bar 9 Mitigated Negative Declaration Yes MaybeNo t- b. Reduction of the numbers of any unique, rare, or endangered species of animals? X f- c. Introduction of new species of animals into an area, or result in a barrier to the migration or movement ' of animals? X d. Deterioration to existing fish or wildlife habitat? X . 6. Noise. Will the proposal result in: a Increases in existing noise levels? X b. Exposure of people to severe noise levels? X 7. Light and Glare Will the proposal produce substantial new light or glare? X 8. Land Use. Will the proposal result in a substantial alteration of the present or planned land use of an area? X -, I - 9. Natural Resources. Will the proposal result in: a Substantial increase in the rate of use of any natural resources? X FU b. Substantial depletion of any nonrenewable natural resource? X 10. Risk of Upset. Will the proposal involve: a. A risk of an explosion or the release of hazardous sub- stances (including but not limited to oil, pesticides, j chemicals, or radiation) in the event of an accident or -- upset conditions? X b. Possible interference with an emergency response w plan or an emergency evacuation plan? X • Ly ICity of Diamond Bar Pantera Park r` 10, Mitigated Negative Declaration y, A Yes Maybe No F 11. Population. Will the proposal alter the location, distribution; density, or growth rate of the human population of an area? X 12. Housing. Will the proposal affect existing housing or create a demand for additional housing? X 13. Transportation/Circulation. Will the proposal result in: a. Generation of substantial additional vehicular movement? X =a b. Effects on existing parking facilities, or demand for new parking? X OR c. Substantial impact upon existing transportation Systems? X C d. Alterations to present patterns of circulation or movement of people and/or goods? X e. Alterations to waterborne, rail, or air traffic? X f Increase in traffic hazards to motor vehicles, bicyclists, or pedestrians? X R :'s 14. Public Services. Will the proposal have substantial effect upon, or result in a need for new or altered, governmental services in any of the following areas: a Fire protection? X b. Police protection? X i c. Schools? X d. Parks or other recreational facilities? X e. Maintenance of public facilities, including roads? X f. Other governmental services? X Pantera Park Ciry of Diamond Bar l7 Mitigated Negative Declaration kr5 Yes Mav e No 15. Energy. Will the proposal result in: a Use of substantial amounts of fuel or energy? X r b. Substantialincrease in demand upon existing sources r°' of energy, or require the development of new sources i of energy? X 16. Utilities. Will the proposal result in a need for new E systems, or substantial alterations to the following =` utilities: a Power or natural gas? X 4..s; b. Communications systems? X c. Water? X d. Sewer or septic tanks? X e. Storm water drainage? X f. Solid waste and disposal? X i ' 17. Human Health. Will the proposal result in: a Creation of any health hazard or potential health hazard (excluding mental health)? X ,.,... b. Exposure of people to potential health hazards? X 18. Aesthetics. Will the proposal result in the obstruction t ` of any scenic vista or view open to the public, or will w the proposal result in the creation of an aesthetically offensive site open to public view? X 19. Recreation. Will the proposal result in an impact upon the quality or quantity of existing recreational opportunities? X (` Pantera Park Ciry of Diamond Bar �~ ` 12 Mitigated Rregative Declaration RI Yes Maybe No 20. Cultural Resources a. Will the proposal result in the alteration of, or the destruction of, a prehistoric or historic archaeological site? X b. Will the proposal result in adverse physical or P All aesthetic effects to a prehistoric or historic building, structure, or object? X L-� c. Does the proposal have the potential to cause a � thane which would affect unique ethnic physical g ff 4 cultural values? X >.a d. Will the proposal restrict existing religious or sacred uses within the potential impact area? X 21. Mandatory Findings of Significance. a. Does the project have the potential to degrade the quality of the environment, substantially reduce the habitat of a fish or wildlife species, cause a drop .N fish or wildlife population to below self- sustaining levels, threaten to eliminate a plant or animal community, reduce the number or restrict the { range of a rare or endangered plant or animal, or eliminate important examples of the major periods of California history or prehistory? X b. Does the project have the potential to achieve short- term, to the disadvantage of long-term, environmental goals? (A short-term impact on the environment is one which occurs in a relatively brief, definitive period of time while long-term impacts will endure well into the future.) X c. Does the project have impacts which are individually limited, but cumulatively considerable? (A project's impact on two or more separate resources may be relatively small, but the effect of the total of .; those impacts on the environment is significant.) X t d. Does the project have environmental effects which tq will cause substantial adverse effects on human beings, either directly or indirectly? X a Pantera Park City of Diamond Bar ` 13 Mitigated Negative Declaration ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION tF: On the basis of this initial evaluation: t} I find that the proposed project COULD NOT have a significant effect on the environment, and a NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared. I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment, there will not be a significant effect in this case because the mitigation measures described on attached sheets have been added to the project. A NEGATIVE DECLARATION WILL BE PREPARED. X I find the proposed project MAY have a significant effect on the environment, and an ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required. L-; i i Cam: Signature Name Date is iu.. City of Diamond Bar Pantera Park �= 14 Mitigated Negative Declaration � L A EXPLANATION OF CHECKLIST RESPONSES 1. EARTH a and g. No substructures or adverse geologic conditions are known to underlie the project site. The site is located in the City of Diamond Bar, which is not affected by the Alquist-Priolo Special Studies Zones. Similar to most of the region, the project area will be a subject to groundshaking in case of a major earthquake. The severity of shaking would depend on several factors, including the location of the earthquake epicenter, the magnitude of the event, and the duration of the event. The project site is not exposed to groundsbaking hazards any different than might be expected throughout the City. The project will incorporate' existing standard seismic construction techniques into building design and construction of the community center facility as required by State law, which are designed to reduce potential impacts to current safety standards. The site is located outside known historic landslide areas. These impacts, therefore, are considered less than significant. 3, b. The proposed project will involve minor grading activities. Grading will be balanced on site, and no import or export of soils will occur. Impact on soils is considered less than significant because the site has been previously graded, and the proposed project does not involve unusual or unique site preparation activities such as excavating for underground parking or other similar activities. 5 C. Minor site grading will redirect existing drainage patterns. However, 7� this impact is considered less than significant, because minor grading 44 will minimally alter surface relief, and no unique topographic or geologic structures are known to exist on the site. d through f. Most of the site is virtually flat. No unique topographic or geologic structures are known to exist on the site. Grading activities will minimally alter surface relief and thus will not appreciably affect erosion. The site is not located near a beach or other water body with sands or banks. Due to limited surface relief, landsliding or other geologic mass wasting phenomena are not a concern. Thus, the proposed project does not have the potential to result in significant adverse impacts. 2. AIR QUALITY a. According to the traffic study prepared for the project by Linscott, Law & Greenspan in February 1994, a park is a relatively low generator of vehicular trips, and hence, vehicular air pollutant emissions. The park is expected to generate approximately 840 daily trips, but about 35 of %V City of Diamond Bar Pantera Park 15 Mitigated Negative Declaration F, Ug these trips will be by-pass or diverted trips (a stop as a part of another trip, etc.). Assuming a daily average of 550 new vehicular trips, the project will generate approximately 128 pounds of carbon monoxide (CO), 11 pounds of reactive organic compounds (ROC), 3 pounds of oxides of nitrogen (NOx) and one pound of particulates (PM10) per day. These levels of emissions are substantially below the SCAQMD daily thresholds of 550 pounds of CO, 55 pounds of ROC and NOx, and 150 pounds of PM10. Even if all 840 average daily trips were assumed to be new trips, they would still generate air pollutant emissions substantially below the SCAQMD's daily threshold levels. Since the proposed project falls below the SCAQMD thresholds for significance, this impact is considered less than significant. During construction, minor, grading and other activities will generate dust and air emissions from equipment and vehicles of construction workers. Existing City requirements for dust abatement during construction will reduce this short-term impact to a less than significant level. b. The- proposed project is a park facility,that will not create objectionable odors. C. The proposed project is a park that is not anticipated to appreciably alter air movements, moisture,.or temperature either locally or regionally. 3. WATER a. No surface water bodies exist on the site. Thus, the proposed project will not affect such bodies. b and c. Currently, the project site is not developed and its pervious surface provides for water percolation. The project will not substantially change the amount of impervious surfaces since only a parking lot and some hardscape areas will be developed on the site. Most of the site will continue to have pervious surfaces and thus, the project will not significantly change the rate and amount of surface runoff or absorption rates. Grading of the site will redirect some of existing drainage courses, but since the site is not located in the, flood area , it will not affect the flood waters. Therefore, the proposed project will have a less than significant impact on natural drainage and flow of flood waters. d and e. The site does not drain directly to any surface water body. All site runoff will be collected by a new storm drain that will be constructed on the site and will be transported with other City runoff into the City of Diamond Bar Pantera Park 16 Mitigated Negative Declaration County major drainage control facilities. Per the requirements of the federal Clean Water Act, as enforced by the State Regional Water Control Quality Board, the project will be required to comply with National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting requirements for construction runoff. These requirements will effectively mitigate any potential impacts. f and g. The project does not involve deep excavation, drilling, or any other activity which would affect aquifers. No direct withdrawals or additions to ground waters are associated with the project. Thus, the project will not adversely impact groundwater resources. h. The project will consume water during construction activity for dust control. Upon implementation, water will be used for general day-to-day operations of the park, and for landscaping. Based on a factor of 1,200 gallons per acre per day for irrigation of 15.5 acres of playing fields and Iandscaped areas, the.proposed project will consume approximately 18,600 gallons of water per day. This additional water ?-Ya use is not substantial enough to significantly affect the amount of water available for public water supplies. However, because water is a scarce resource in southern California, the project will include the following mitigation measures to reduce water consumption. Implementation of =ft these measures will reduce potential impacts to a less than significant level. 1. Drought resistant plants will be used in landscaping to the greatest extent possible. 2. A water -efficient irrigation system, including drip system for root areas of appropriate plants, will be used to conserve water. "'• 3. The Parks and Recreation Department will explore the possibility of current and future use of reclaimed water for irrigating the Pantera Park grounds. i. The project site does not lie near the coast, and it is not subject to tidal wave hazards. Thus, this impact is considered less than significant. j. There are no surface thermal springs on the project site. Thus, the project will not affect thermal springs. City of Diamond Bar Pantera Park 17 Mitigated Negative Declaration a 4. PLANT LIFE a through d. The project site is vacant and sparsely grown with some weeds and grasses. At the southern edge grow mature trees. These trees are outside the 15.5 acres proposed for development with park facilities, and will not be affected by the project. Therefore, the proposed project will not have a significant impact.on plant life. The site has been graded and does not provide habitat for any unique, rare, or endangered species, nor for any sensitive plant communities. The landscaping for the proposed park will use ornamental plants typical to this southern California region. This impact is considered less than significant. 5. ANIMAL LIFE a through d. The project site has been graded and it is sparsely grown with weeds and some grasses that do not provide habitat for any unique, rare, or endangered species of animal. Habitat provided by trees in the southern end of the site will remain, because the park facilities will be not be developed in this portion of the site. Thus, the proposed project will not have a significant impact on animal life. 6. NOISE a. During grading and construction, heavy equipment will operate on the site. Such equipment is capable of producing intermittent high noise levels. Existing City of Diamond Bar requirements that regulate construction hours are designed to reduce this impact to a less than significant level. Operation of the proposed Pantera Park will contribute to existing noise levels through noise generated by the park -related traffic and general activity. This impact is considered less than significant because: 1) the a park generates relatively low traffic volumes; 2) the project site is buffered from surrounding homes by Pantera Drive and Bowcreek Drive which provide a distance for the sound to dissipate; 3) the site is at a lower elevation than the residences. The sound travels in the line of sight, and the adjoining residences would have to be in the line of sight of the park facilities to be affected. The playing fields and other facilities are located below the grade of these houses and below the line of sight from most surrounding residences. In addition, the orientation and location of playing fields towards the center of the site and away from adjoining homes will further reduce potential noise impacts. City of Diamond Bar Pantera Park 18 Mitigated Negative Declaration & I To reduce the potential for nuisance noise from park maintenance vehicles, the project will include the following measures: 1. There will be no deliveries to the park between 9:00 PM and 6:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 PM and 8:00 AM on weekends. 2. -There will be no maintenance activity between 9:00 PM and 7:00 AM on weekdays, and no major maintenance activity on Saturdays and Sundays. b. The project site is located away from highways, heavily travelled roadways, or other generators of high noise levels, and will not expose people to severe noise levels. 7. LIGHT AND GLARE The proposed park will introduce new lighting to the site. Ball fields and courts, will require lighting during evening hours, particularly in winter, to accommodate those residents who work during the day and can not use the park facilities until evening hours. Without providing the use of playing fields in the evening, the park would be underutilized, and recreational opportunities for some members of the community would be curtailed. To provide adequate illumination for ball fields usually requires standard 50-foot high infield light standards and 60-foot high outfield light standards. These lights will be visible to adjoining homes on Bowcreek Drive overlooking the park. ng NA Using lower light standards could require each to have a wider angle of illumination, making direct light visible over a larger area. The following measures will mitigate this impact to a less than significant level: 1. All lighting will be shielded and focused into the fields and away from adjoining properties. 2. A densely landscaped buffer of evergreen trees with a potential height of 40 feet minimum will be planted along the northern boundary of the site along Bowcreek Drive where single-family homes adjoin the site. Fast growing evergreens, such as iron bark eucalyptus (Eucalyptus Sideroxylon) or other species, shall be planted at intervals of no more than 25 feet. 3. Light standards will be the minimum height possible to provide effective lighting of ball fields and tennis courts while minimizing spillover lighting. 4. Lighting will not be used after 10:00 PM. City of Diamond Bar Pantera Park 19 Mitigated Negative Declaration 8. LAND USE Currently, the project site is vacant land. The proposed project will develop the site with park facility serving the residents of the surrounding neighborhoods and the community. The proposed Pantera Park has been a planned amenity for the home tract for over ten years and is consistent with the proposed Diamond Bar 1994 General Plan's "Park" land use designation for the site. In addition, a community consensus has been developed for the park design through a series of workshops conducted by the Parks and Recreation Department. The design incorporates many suggestions made by the residents living close to the park, to reduce potential effects on adjoining properties. Ball Yields will be located towards the center of the site, leaving a buffer area along the site perimeter that h will be densely landscaped with trees and other screening vegetation. Therefore, land use impacts are considered less than significant. '3 9. NATURAL RESOURCES a and b. The materials used in the construction of the project will consist of concrete, brick, wood, and similar building materials which are commonly available. Electric power needed for lighting park facilities, is also readily available. In a regional context, the incremental increase in the use of such resources is not considered significant. 10. RISK OF UPSET 3 a. The projeces use does not involve the use, storage, or transportation of substantial amounts of hazardous materials. Some common chemicals, such as pesticides and fertilizers will be used onsite for maintaining grass fields and other landscaped areas. Only small quantities of such materials will be stored on site locked in the service alley of the restroom building. The concession stand may use pressurized tanks for soft drinks. The use of these materials is not expected to result in a " r risk of explosion or the release of hazardous substances. This impact d is considered less than significant. b. The project site is not located at evacuation routes or emergency response facilities, and will not interfere with emergency plans. Therefore, this impact is considered less than significant. 11. POPULATION s The proposed park will provide recreation facilities to the residents of Diamond Bar. The project does not provide housing nor substantial new employment. The maintenance of the park facilities will mostly be done by employees of the City of Diamond Bar Pantera Park — 20 Mitigated Negative Declaration t Parks and Recreation Department or its contractors. The potential for. additional employment generated by the proposed park is too limited to induce migration =w into the project area from other regions. Therefore this impact is considered ! less than significant. 12. HOUSING The proposed project is a park that will not affect existing housing or create E demand for additional housing. The project's potential for providing additional 1 employment is very limited and will not to create a substantial demand for additional housing in Diamond Bar or the surrounding communities. Therefore, Y this impact is considered less than significant. 13. TRANSPORTATION/CIRCULATION a through f. A traffic study was prepared for the proposed Park in by Linscott, Law ' & Greenspan traffic engineers in February, 1994. The results of this w study are summarized below, and the study is contained in Appendix A ; 1== The proposed park could generate 840 daily weekday trips, with approximately 35 AM peak hour trips and 65 PM peak hour trips. More than 35 percent of these trips will be diverted or pass -by trips, t>= P P P Y and approximately 65 percent or 550 trips will be new traffic resulting from the proposed park. There is generally more activity at a park on weekends. Although, little data is available, some information ".� indicates that weekend traffic at a park could be 25 to 100 percent higher than the average weekday traffic. Y Weekday traffic counts were completed in February of 1994 on Pantera Drive both north and south of Bowcreek Drive, and on Bowcreek Drive near the project site. The counts indicate that existing traffic =y volumes are relatively low near the proposed Pantera Park. Currently,' on Pantera Drive there are approximately 500 trips per day north of 3 Bowcreek Drive, with 340 trips adjacent to the proposed park. There .z are approximately 440 daily trips on Bowcreek Drive adjacent to the park. These residential streets have the environmental capacity for "" approximately 2,000 daily trips. The addition of the new park -related trips to existing traffic volumes will result in total weekday traffic F volume of less than 700 vehicles per day. on Pantera Drive north of the $ park, and lower traffic volumes on Pantera Drive south of the park, and on Bowcreek Drive. `a caw City of Diamond Bar Pantera Park 21 Mitigated Negative Declaration Due to a relatively small number of new trips generated by the proposed project and existing capacity of Pantera Drive and Bowcreek Drive to accommodate additional traffic, the project impact is considered less than significant. 14. PUBLIC SERVICES a. The proposed project will generate additional demand for fire protection services. This impact, however, is not considered significant, as the park structures will be built in accordance with existing fire safety requirements that will reduce potential impacts to a less than significant level. Typically, park uses generate relatively low demand for fire protection services. Pantera Park will be served by the County Fire Department from a station located approximately 1.25 miles from the site. The County Fire Department will review the project plans, and the project will provide fire flow and hydrants specified by the Fire Department. Since the park will generate a relatively limited demand for additional fire protection services and fire services are adequate, rF this impact is considered less than significant. The proposed park will generate additional demand for police protection services to provide security and assistance to park users and residents. Police protection will be provided by the County Sheriffs Department out of the Walnut -San Dimas Station. This impact is considered less than significant because: 1) police protection services are currently adequate, 2) the proposed park is not expected to generate demand for police protection that would be high enough to is'x require expanding the services, and 3) the project includes safety features such as locked gates and safety and security lighting for the parking, community center, and other facilities, that will reduce the potential for crime. C. The proposed project will provide park facilities for residents of Diamond Bar. The project will have no impact on local schools. d. The, proposed project will provide needed additional park and recreational facilities for the community, substantially increasing recreation opportunities for residents of Diamond Bar. This is considered a beneficial impact. e. The proposed project will require maintenance of additional park facilities. Maintenance services will be provided by the City Parks and Recreation Department and its contractors. As the Department has the capacity to provide these services, this impact is considered less than significant. Ciry of Diamond Bar I Pantera Park 22 Mitigated Negative Declaration vm'.- U 4Wz f. The proposed project will not have a significant effect on other governmental services since it does not provide housing nor substantial new employment. is 15. ENERGY a and b. The proposed project will not use substantial amounts of fuel or energy and will not require the development of new sources of energy. The I'M major use of energy will be electricity for lighting of park facilities. This level of energy use is not expected to significantly affect available energy resources. 16. UTILITIES a. Southern California Edison will provide electric service to the project site via underground and overhead utility lines. Natural gas will be provided to the site by the Southern California Gas Company via LIT' underground mains. The proposed project will require new utility connections. These connections will be placed underground in conformance with existing requirements of the utility providers. Since existing standard requirements will adequately reduce the project potential impact on electric and natural gas utilities, this impact is F. considered less than significant. b. The proposed project will be served by private telephone, or other - communications utilities. The service providers will install utility connections as needed and in accordance with existing regulations. No significant impact is anticipated. c. Water will be provided to the project site by the Walnut Valley Water District via water mains located in the adjacent streets. The City will need to install or augment water mains and water lines to serve Pantera Park and provide adequate fire flow. All of the necessary augmentation and/or upgrading of water utilities will be constructed in conformance with existing requirements of the City of Diamond Bar and the County the Fire Department. These requirements include reviews of engineering site plans, determination of necessary construction and/or abandonment of water lines and water mains, and a determination of fire flow and hydrant requirements. Since existing requirements will adequately reduce potential impacts on water utilities, this impact is considered less than significant. d. The proposed project will generate relatively little wastewater. Most of the water will be used for irrigating the landscape, and only use of restrooms will generate wastewater. This level of wastewater City of Diamond Bar Pawera Park 23 Mitigated Negative Declaration generation is not considered significant. The project will require constructing a new sewer lateral to connect the site to the existing sewer system. The necessary construction of sewer utility lines will be County. performed in accordance with the existing requirements of the The proposed project will also be required to pay hook-up fees to the County sewer facilities, as part of the standard permitting process. The ` connection fees are intended for a construction of expansions to the sewerage system necessary to accommodate new development. Since these existing requirements will adequately reduce the project potential impact on sewer utilities, this impact is considered less than significant. e. The project will construct drainage improvements to collect cr �-� stormwater. The project includes some hardscape and structures which will cover some of the pervious surface.. Most of the site will remain with pervious surfaces including landscaped and natural acres, playing Frli fields, trails, picnic area, and others. Thus, the increase in the amount and rate of storm runoff from the site will not be significant. Drainage improvements will be constructed in accordance with County requirements which will mitigate potential impacts on the drainage system to a less -than -significant level. @R f. Most of the waste generated by the proposed park will be "green' organic waste such as grass clippings, leaves, tree branches, etc. This waste can be recycled for compost and other plant materials, and used s for landscape maintenance. This waste will be disposed of by private landscaping contractors under contract to the City. The City routinely requires its landscape contractors to recycle as much green waste as possible on the ground. Landscape contractors for Pantera Park will also be required to greencycle on the ground. (There is little composting of City green waste since it is still not economical enough. -� Once it becomes economical, private contractors are expected to use the park's' green waste for composting as well.) The standard City requirement of recycling of green waste will reduce potential project impact to a less than significant level. In addition, the proposed project will be required to conform to the City's waste reduction programs required under the California Integrated Waste Management Act of 1989, further reducing potential impacts on waste disposal l=ai facilities. F, 17. HUMAN HEALTH ti a and b. The proposed project is a park whose routine operation will neither r'= create health hazards or expose people to new health hazards. ;3y However, the proposal for a water pond/water detention feature may create the potential for an accident, such as a child falling into the 5 pond and getting injured. To eliminate this safety concern the staff La r' City of Diamond Bar Pan[era Park %_y 24 Mitigated Negative Declaration (D has recommended not to include this water feature in the park's landscape design, reducing potential impact to a less than significant level. However, should the retention pond be included in the park's design, the project will incorporate the following mitigation measure to reduce potential impact to a less than significant level: 1. Safety features, such as fencing, will be incorporated into the design of the water element to reduce the potential for accidents. 18. AESTHETICS The proposed project will develop a currently vacant site with park facilities, which some people may consider to be a visual improvement. The park facilities will include a small, one story community center building which is consistent in height and size with the surrounding housing development. The higher elevation of the surrounding houses will reduce the potential for obstructing their views, and the project's landscaping will further buffer homes adjoining the park. Therefore, this impact is considered less than significant. 19. RECREATION The proposed project will have a beneficial impact of substantially increasing the City's recreation facilities. 20. CULTURAL RESOURCES a through d. The site's soils have been disturbed in the past when the site was graded. There are no historic structures on the site, and no known archaeological sites. The site is not used for religious or sacred uses, and no unique ethnic values will be affected by the project'.s development. The project, therefore, will not affect cultural resources. City of Diamond Bar Pantera Park 25 Mitigated Negative Declaration F—R REFERENCES 1. Robert Searcy, Associate Planner, City of Diamond Bar 2. City of Diamond Bar, 1994 Draft General Plan, June 30, 1994. 3. Pantera Park Potential Traffic Characteristics, Linscott, Law & Greenspan Engineers, February 11, 1994. 4. Review Comments for the Pantera Park Traffic Forecast, Austin -Foust Associates, August 26, 1994. ilY 5. South Coast Air Quality Management District, CEQA Air Quality Handbook revised November, 1993. M t City of. Diamond Bar Pantera Park 26 Mitigated Negative Declaration �, wu��?�"s......�.ia:l t.a ..... .� :... .:i, ..�. �. ... '- __e._.�._ _!�� ... _ ... a ._ _.. .. i a U 1, Appendix A: Traffic Study and Air Emissions Calculations AysrIN-AMST SSOCIAMS, INC, TRAfF/C ENGINEERING AND TRANSPOR TA TlON PLANNING 2020 NORTH TUSTIN AVENUE SANTA ANA. CALIFORNIA 92701 TELEPHONE (714) 667-0496 FAX (7 MEMORANDUM • � _ 9G OFp � PV TO: Ms. Anne. Garvey, Assistant. Engineer �/ �y T . City of Diamond Bar 494 G1 FROM: Joe Foust, P.E. 8 t, L SUBJECT': R:EVIE V COINM ENI'S - PANfERA PARK TRAFFIC FORECAST DATE: August 26,1994 INTRODIJCTION The traffic engineering firm of Linscott, Law and Greenspan (LLG) prepared a traffic analysis and forecast of trip generation for the proposed 23 acre Pantera Park in the City of Diamond Bar. I have reviewed that report and offer the following comments: ANALYSIS Fps s� 1. The report adequately documents that trip generation can vary widely, depending upon the activity .,� proposed within the park. Pantera Park is illustrated as a relatively small athletic field, two ball/soccer fields, two tennis courts, etc. LLG reference of the SANDAG trip rates for softbal(Isoccer (240 trips/field/day) correspond with AFA's own experience in this regard. Therefore, I conclude that at least the range cited by LLG, approximately 800-900 ADT, is a reasonable estimate. is 2. The report notes the park is located within a residential neighborhood and indicates the existing traffic volume. on Pantera Drive is in the range of 400 to 500 ADT. The report goes on to indicate the addition of park traffic to these existing volumes will not create a capacity concern since a two - 'lane roadway can carry up to 10,000 ADT. The report does qualify this statement by indicating the "environmental capacity" of a residential street is more like 2,000 ADT. I believe the 10,000 ADT n reference should be disregarded altogether and consider only the 2,000 ADT as the capacity of these residential streets. Even using this capacity, it appears that any reasonable use of Pantera Park will '= not create a significant impact on the capacity of the surrounding residential streets. However, to c ' suggest to the residents of the area their streets could carry up to 10,000 ADT would, itself, create a significant impact In addition, reference to this higher capacity may suggest that other significantly more intense uses for the park could be accommodated. i•? City of Diamond Bar August 26, 1994 ' Page 2 CONCLUSION In summary, it is concluded the LLG trip forecast for the proposed Pantera Park is reasonable and accurate and the report has been prepared within normal industry standards The report is adequate, but I do recommend that their reference to a capacity of 10,000 ADT for a two-lane residentialstreet >e be deleted. r_' {fi •. rr,71 vti IL. I• LINSCUI I LRW2-UXLLNSFHN ILL No.114b4IId139 Feb 11.94 1b:U5 No.012 F'.U1 E4` LINSCOTT, LAW & GRBEIdSPAi'l, ENGINEERS 3580 Corporate Drive, Suite 122 Costa Mesa, California 92626 .:F Telephone: (734) 01-1587 FAX NO.: (714) 641-0139 MULTIPI F- FAX TR.ANSNIlTI'AL . LE''y 4" If there are any problems with this transmission, call (734) 641-3587 f1 - DATE: 2-11-94 PAGES: 5 Ubduding CD= ?age) "- FROM: ,lay T,. Nelson JOB NO. 2-941685-1 PROJECr NAME- Pantera Park <ti TO TIM ,FOLLOWING NAME: Sandy Barlow COMPANY: City of Diamond Bar FAX NO : (909) 861-3117 RECIPIENT NO.: NAME: Larry Ryan COMPANY: ROM Design' Grout), Inc. j FAX NO.. (714) 582-0429 RECIPIENT NO.: NAME: COMPANY: 4 FAX NO.: RECIPIENT NO.: j NAME: COMPANY: FAX NO.: RECIPIENT NO.: i NAME: COMPANY: FAX NO.: RECIPIENT NO; Hard Copy will be sent. x Hard Copy will not be sent. MESSAGE: Please review and lot me know if you have any questions. fi r 1:. �� c-,vrtt,�crrwx+.tiR.�i LINSCOTT,LAW&GREENSPAN TEL No.7146410139 Feb 11,94 16:05 No.012 P.02 - Is- Linscott, Law & Greenspan, Engineers ` PAPITERA PARK PonNITAL TRAmc cuARAGTERISTICS i° r City of Diamond Bar o Pantera Park has a total of approximately 23 acres, with 15 to 17 acres which could ba developed. ark is located west of the Pantera Drive ped The p %Bowcreek Drive intersection in the City of Diamond Bar. o A park is a relatively low traffic generating use. o Park traffic generally peaks from 12:00 to 5:00 PM on weekends, and not during the normal morning andevening peak periods associated with commuter traffic. o . The traffic generated by a park can vary considerable based on the specific uses (passive or active), and various usage patterns (i.e. amount and schedule of organized athlctic events). rg o A neighborhood park typically attracts traffic from the adjacent residential l neighborhood, with a significant number of the people walking or bicycling to the park. Table 1 illustrates the range of traffic that may be generated by Pantera Park on atypical weekday. If Pantera Park is designed to include only passive park uses (open space, picnic areas, trails, play ground equipment, with no formal ball fields or other organized` recreational activities), the park is expected to generate approximately 120 weekday trips (half inbound and half outbound}, with nominal traffic (less than 10 trips) during the AM and PM peak hours. A more active/developed park could generate as many as 840 daily weekday trips, with approximately 35 AM peak hour trips and 65 PM trips, As indicated in Table 1, this forecast Is based on traffic generation factors published by San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAL) entitled "San Diego Traffic Generators," which was most recently updated in October 1993. This data indicates that the traffic generation potential of a park can vary significantly. Further, more than 35 percent of the _ traffic generated by the park will be diverted or pass -by trips (meaning existingtrips between the surrounding residential uses and other existing parks In the area or a stop as part of ' another trip). The length of these diverted and pass -by trips will be reduced with the new proposed park. Approximately 65 percont of the traffic shown in Table 1 wilt be, new traffic. Unscott, Law & Greenspan, Engineers There is generally more activity at a park on the weekend. Although, little data Is available, M some information indicates that weekend traffic at a park could range from 25 to 100 fn percent higher than the average weekday. Table 2 presents a summary of the general traffic characteristics associated with various potential uses proposed at Pantera Park_ By utilizing the information presented in Table 2, a matrix could be developed to describe the general traffic characteristics of various park development scenarios. €h; Weekday traffic counts were recently completed on Pantera Drive both north and south of Boweraek Drive and on Bowereek Drive near the proposed park site, These counts were v completed on Wednesday, February 9, 1994 and indicate that traffic vola= are relatively• low near Pantera Park. Currently on Pantera Drive, there are approximately 500 trips per day north of Bowcreek Drive, with 340 daily trips adjacent to the planned park There are approximately 440 daRy-tripson Bowereek Drive adjacent to the park. For comparison purposes a two lane undivided roadway has a capacity of approximately !' 10 000 vehicles per day. However, on local residential streets for environmental reasons a . 3 P Y• �.r maximum daily traffic volume of 2,000 ychieles per day Is typically desired. The addirion of the potential new park -traffic (65 percent of the traffic shown In Table) Is expected to result in a total weekday traffic volume of less than 700 vehiccs per day on Pantera Drive north of the park and lower traffic volumes on Pantera Drive south of the park and on Bowereek Drive. =� .jint1 t�857 s<i ' 2 LIN,)UUI I sLhWC-UKr-CNJrnri lr-L flU I 1'4Q'41UlJD rcu 11,74 iQ•UD AU U --Z r uq Linscott, Law a Greenspan, Engineers TABLE 1 AVERAGE WEEKDAY TRAFFIC GENERATION FORECAST Pantcra-Far.k, Diamond Nr-- 1-1—: . . . . ........ !rOT Ar- Trfp Geum don - Pxtml UW=Wpcd(1-L%Kwc Park 5.0 a! 0.1 0.2 112 0.2 OAS ( VAcrc) Dwt"d/Actift Park 50.0 LO lk ZO 2-0 2-0 4,0 CMA—) Tdp Forbaish. Urw&vtkgt assht Park (23 hcz-) 120 2 2 4 5 4 9 ParlLaDibeyeloped Fork .(16 Acres Dc�r p ) 800 16 16 32 32. 32 64 7 Ac= Uadmbpcd) 40 1 2 2 2 1 3 -n"i Partially MyckTod Park E84 7 34 1 67 Swr= San Dr -So Traffic Cicacramm Dad traMc VMMtl have been rouDdcd up to the nearest Icn trips. 16851'1 LINSCOTT.LRW86REENSPRN TEL No.7146410139 Feb 11.94 16:05 N0.012 P.05 Linscott, Law & Greenspan, Engineers TABLE 2 k TRAFFIC GENERATION FORECAST SPECIFIC PARK USES t Pantera Park, Diamond Bar M r 4 C il3 j i j Lpi 'w•5 i I Li f i •bilsE:;---�c::-._:••:..: __.� : �R,��:lc c1�riFiiX'iibN'�itiVtiCi81i]siTCB'•�:• _ : - _- -- Ampbkbeater 130 [rdpsk oat (65 Inbound, 65 outbo=4 (200 oats) ASsuMe$ typipl ed1er1 WDM vehkk rx+wpuwy of 3.0 pc =Afar. a 0.66 TEA t3Lkveal (50% Inbound, 5D% wtb=4. • Poteallatly the numb:x d amphitheater everts trt9yrange from 0 to 4 nem per month, atxl are typically sdxdulcd In the carry eveaing or during the wcc e ' )Auitl•Purpose }Building • Apgradmamy 210 trips (105 Mound, 105 outbound) arc forrxast 6x a (5.(M SP) neighborbood m Wing bared on an tr4pip vrhldc omrpanry of 2-5 P atsAmr next arnuming no ooc wa m to the mcct4 • Axsuming 80% of the building would be public assembly area, with 15 SF4xrxn rcaulm in a maximum oaztpeecy of 267 pxsons (5,000 SF x 030 f 15 SFlpxtoo P 267 persootj.' • Limited or no use during t)pkal AM ")?)A peak !dues_ By4mWSomrs pklds . Mtudmum wtt" total of 120 trips per Selz (60 Inbound, 60 Wtbouod� . Minimum Wxkcod tool at 7.40 trips per field (120 Inbound, 120 outbound} • Cramm are typically uely scbWukd a few rays a week. •. Mmimum of two weekday rind foot wecktod Pines per.kid. • IS. people per tram )kith 2 trgr e0dt (I inbound, 1 outbound) per-tcrm mcmbet, coacb, elr;, and 2 tearm per field results in 60 trip erns per game (15x2x2=60} Teruris Courts • 30 dally trip ends per court, with a total d IS TZtourt during the AM pcax bout and 33 -Mcoun during ins PM pnk Lour, basal on •Sao Diego Trafllc Generators`. gasketban ODurts • Qrpn!7cd basketball ktgnes fypleat} do cot play at outdoor court. • A large numtxr rX perpw lypk24 watk Dom IN,, ad}sce l oelgbbotboW to play . basketball. • No gxciFic tr.M grmcratkn data k publlsb6d for' th33 use. Tot W • IIlgh parentage of xaik-ln U?M . Rclat" low tra.M gctxnrtor. Pkn1c Areas W Trails • n= arc more passive park uses that serve m amenhks to the oa= urn at the park and an not expeaad to Somrate it 01nitkant amount of tralrlc in and of themactvcs. O'2i10/9.116:08 V1 918 795 281i A.T.C. Idj010 r? 'r HicroCourits h= 'REST COAST TRAFFIC COUNTERS Location: Bowcreek Drive East at v` _ antera Count Interval: 15 minutes Count Date: Wednesday - February 9, 1994 Time EastBound 4alume Hid - 12:54 1:59 2 2:00 - 2:59 0 3:00 - 3:59 1 4-00 - 4:59 2 " 5:00 - 5:59 .3 6:00 - 6:59 6 _ 7:00 - 7:59 25 1" 8:00 - 8:59 22 9:00 -. 9:59 7- 10:00 - 10:59 5 11:00 - 11:59 5 ._. .12:00 - 12:59• 7 13.00 - 13:59 12 14:00 - 14:59 6 15•:00 - 15e59 17 16:00 - 16:59 12 ' - 17:00 - 17:59 19 G A. 18:00 - 1S:59 29 ?; 19:00 - 19:59 12 20:00 - 20:59 14 21:00 - 21:59. 6 22:00 - 22:59 5 23:00 - 23:59 2 &DT 220 AM Peak Tice 7:15- 8:15 AM Peak Volume: 34 PM Peak Time 17:30-18:30 Phi Peak .Vaj me- 30' Mir-racounts dai B:\WC307N2B.DA:E WEST COAST TRAFFIC COUNIT-KIRS Location: Bowcreej,: E/O Pamtera Count interval: 15 minutes Count Date: Wednesday March 9, 1994 — — BastBound ------- WestBound --- Total Time Volume volume Volume Mid 12:59 0 - 2 - - -------- - 2 1:00 1:59 0 0 0 2:00 2:59 0 4 4 3:00 3:59 0 1 1 4:00 A:59 8 .6 14 5:00 5:59 6 4 10 6:00 6;55 8 18 26 7:00 7:59 15 18 33 8;00 8:59 5 25 30 9:00 9:59 4 19 23 10;00 - 10:59 7 7 14 11:00 - 11:59 1 12 13. 12:00' - 12:59 2 9 11 13:00 - 13:59 6 19 25 14:00 - 14:59 10 17 27 15:00 - 15:59 22 21 43 15:00 - 16:59 15 18 33 17:00 17:59 17 21 38 18:00 18:59 14 10 24 19:00 19:59 19 8 27 20:00 20:59 12 11 23 21:00 21:59 2 9 11 22:00 22:59 6 6 12 23:00 23:59 3 ----------- 0 3 -------- -- — ADT — - I82 — — ----------- 265 447 AM Peak Time 7115- 8:15 7:30- 8:30 7:13- 8:15 AM Peak Volume. 19 33 46 PH Peak Time 14:45-15:45 15:30-16:30 15:30-16:30 PM Peak Volume, 27 27 49 C2/10/94 16:04 $1 818 795 2817 A.T.C. KfcroCacm[s WEST COAST TRAFFIC COUNTERS Location: Pantera Drive South of Boxcove Count'interval: 15 minutes Count Date: Wednesday - February 9, 1994 T,me Mld - 12:59 1:00 - 1:59 2r00 - 2:59 3:00 - 3:59 4:00 - 4:59 5:00 - 5.59 6:00 - 659 7:00 - 7:59 8:00 - 8:59 9:00 - 9:59 10:00 - 10:59 11:00 - ll:59 12:00 - 12:59 13:00 - 13:59 14:00 - 14:S9 15:00 - 15:59 16:00 '- 16:59. 17:00 - 17:59 18:00 - 18:59 19:00 - 19:59 20:00 - 20:59 21.:00 - 21:S9 22r00 - 22:59 23i00 - 23:59 P-DT AM Peak Time AM Peak Volutae: PH Peak Time - PH Peak Vol=e: SoutT^.Bomd Voluwe 3 1 2 ' 0 0 0 3 5 11 10 ' 8 11 22 10 15 12 22 is . 29 17 9 16 10 12 . 243 10:45-11:45 13 18:00-19:00 29 E=? O2/10;94 16:02 S1 318 795 2817 A.T.C.. (a002 4`y�.'•: ?ji croca�mts da b:\cbar\Lr307uB.DA r"a WEST COAST TRAFFIC COUNTERS y Location: Pantera Drive North of Rexford Court x? Count Interval: 15 minutes Court Date: Wednesday - February 91 1994 _ 'tittle No=t4BOumd Vole Mid. — 12:59 1 1:00 — 1:59 1 2:00 — 2:59 0 3:00 — 3:59 1 4:00 — 4:59 0 5:00 — 5:59 1 6:00 — 6:59 7 V.. - 7:00 — 7:59 12 8:00 — 8:59 ..9 9:00 — 9:59 4 _.; 10:00 — 10:59 6 ='• 11:00 ^ 11:59 7 12:00 — Z2:59 11 13:00 — 13:59 7 Y' 14:00 — 14:59 6 15:00 — 15:59 8 16:00 — 16:59 11 ' ri 17:00 — 17:59 14 18:00 — 18:59 26 19:00 — 19:59 13 20:00—•20:59 12 21:00. — 21:59 6 "- 22:00 —" 22:59 3 23:00 — 23:59 .2 l; r ADT 168 AM Peak Time 7:15— 8:15 EIS Peak Volume: 14 PM Peak Time 17:45-18:45 PM Peak Volume: 28 J, xicroCounts dare01, B:\WC307N3B.DAI WEST COAST TRAMC COUNTERS Location: Pantera N%0 Boxcove Count Tnter9al: 15 minutes Count Date: Wednesday - March 9, 1994 kk i s_I . SouthBonnd NoxthBound Total ;I Time Volume Volume Volume . 1:00 - 1:59 0 0 0 2:00 - 2:59 1 3 4 3: 00 - 3: 59 3 4 7 4:00 - 4:59 7 1 8 5:00 -- 5:59 5 5 10 6:00 - 6:59. 6 24 30 7:00 - 7:59 10 30 40 8:00 - 8:59 24 20 44 4 "9:00 -- 9:59 27 25 52 10:00 - 10:59 11 15 26 r 11:00 -- 11:59 1.2 14 26` 12:00 12:59 11 10 21 13:00 - 13:59 5 1.2 17 r 14:00 - 14:59 21 9 30 15:00 - 15:59 37 20 57 16:00 - 16:59 31 19 50 17:00 -- 17:59 38 15 53 18:00 •- 18:59 27 24 51 `19:00 - 19:59 42 .8 50 20:00 -- 20:59 28 13 41 21:00 M 21:59 26, 11 37 Y 22:00 - 22:59 15 6 21 23:00 - 23:59 4 1 5 �------------393 `-- _ AIYP 292 685 �y3 AM Peak -Time 9:15-10:15 7:15- 8:15 7:30- 8:30 AM Peak Volume: 29 33 52 PM Peak Tine 14:45-15:45 18:00-19:00 18:15-19:15 PX Peak Volume: 43 24 61 ii R51, t `NORKSHEETS FOR CALCULATING EMISSION FACTORS FOR WORST -CASE SCENARIO BY POLLUTANT c,f7. ?' Trip Speeds Analysis Year LA Co Avg. Speeds r Assumptions: 1997 1987 2010 lzti Avg, speed (mph) used CO/NOx: 22.70 24 21 AM Peak for analysis of running ROC: 33.57 34 33 Off-peak emissions by pollutant SOX/PM10: 16.70 18 15 PM Peak Source of Assumptions: Trip speeds: SCAQMD CEQA Manual Table A9-5-F. nnn: Values in italics interpolated from tables. r: Emission Factors at Worst -Case Scenario Speed Carbon Monoxide (CO) Est. Wrst. Running Exhaust Case 20 est 25 Cold Hot Year Spd. mph spd. mph Start Start V. Vehicles 6,000 Ibs or less 22.70 6.83 6.09 5.46 74.82 9.49 Vehicles 6,000 Ibs or up 22.70 16.71 14.81 13.19 37.50 4.11 Reactive Organic Compounds (ROC) Est. Wrst. Running Exhaust Case 30 est. 35 Cold Hot Hot Year Spd. mph spd. mph Start Start Soak Dud. Vehicles 6,000 Ibs or less 33.57 0.31 0.27 0.25 4.11 0.92 0.94 2.63 Vehicles 6,000 Ibs or up 33.57 1.19 1.06 1.01 2.55 0.60 0.74 2.66 Oxides of Nitrogen (NOx) - Est. Wrst. Running Exhaust - Case 20 est. 25 Cold Hot Year Spd. mph spd. mph Start Start Vehicles 6,000 Ibs or less 22.70 0.54 0.51 0.49 2.21 1.12 Vehicles 6,000 Ibs or up 22.70 4.87 4.75 4.65 1.99 1.00 Particulate Matters (PM10) = Est. Wrst, PM10 Exhaust PM10 Tire Wear Case 15 est. 20 15 est. 20 Year Spd. mph spd. mph mph spd. mph Vehicles 6,000 Ibs or less 16.70 0.005 0.01 0.005 0.10 0.10 0.10 Vehicles 6,000 ibs or up 16.7.0 0.320 0.32 0.320 0.19 0.19 0.19 Oxides of Sulfur (SOx) Est. Wrst. Running Exhaust Case 15 est. 20 Year Spd. mph spd. mph Vehicles 6,000 Ibs or less 16.70 0.06 0.06 0.06 LL Vehicles 6,000 Ibs or up 16.70 0.32 0.32 0.32 Source of Assumptions: Emission Factors: SCAQMD CEQA Manual, Tables A9-5-K and A9-5-L. nnn: Values in italics interpolated from tables. PROJECT MOBILE SOURCE EMISSIONS % cold/ Avg cold/ �=L Mobile Source Emissions Total hot Trip hot miles Emissions (pounds per day) in 1997 Trips starts Length trips travelled CO ROG NOx PM10 Sox Traffic Scenario I Vehicles 6,000 Ibs or less: 832 65% 5.0 541 2,703 125.3 10.7 2.8 0.6 0.4 35% 5.0 291 1,455 25.6 3.7 2.4 0.3 0.2 Vehicles 6,000 Ibs or up: 8 65% 5.0 5 27 1.3 0.1 0.3 0.0 0.0 351/. 5.0 3 15 0.5 0.1 0.2 0.0 0.0 Total Scenario I: 840 4,200 152.8 14.7 5.6 1.0 0.6 Traffic Scenario II Vehicles 6,000 Ibs or less: 545 100% 5.0 545 2,723 126.3 10.8 2.8 0.6 0.4 Vehicles 6,000 Ibs or up: 6 100% 5.0 6 28 1.4 0.1 0.3 0.0 0.0 Total Scenario 11: 550 2,750 127.6 10.9 3.1 0.7, 0.4 Source: Emission factors obtained from the SCAQMD's CEQA Air Quality Handbook, updated November 1993. It i �., ,.� 4 CITY OF DIAMOND BAR Case; Lq4 4 DEPARTIVIFANT OF PLANNI NG Recvd 8/3/qq �• 1121660 E. Copley Drive Suite 190 Fee ® (714)396-5676 Fax (714)861-3117 Receipt 13 A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION By 'd. Record Owner(s) Applicant Applicant's Agent Name Sity of niamom Par (Last name first) Address 21 titan F. C'oz I Py nr_ Guita 100 city Diamond Bar. CA zip 91765 Phone(90o) orrj_')dR4 m c-) �rn r:i G •-O O (Attach separate sheet if necessary, including names, addresses, and signature Z of 'members of partnerships, joint ventures, and directors of corporalions) -7 L rJ "� CONSENT: I consent to the submission o the application accompanying his request S. Date v L e rded owners) Certification: I, the undersigned, hereby certify under penalty of perjury that the information herein provided is correct to the best of my knowledge. Printe7Ne:City of Diamond Bar (Applicant or Agent)Signed Date yV (Applicant or Agent) Location -Ica — 43Gx� S r t 2Cdf ss or tact a of nuraer) ZoningP-,�J �.ri/ 000 - v - C� HNM ��4 -341 Previous Cases `� � Present Use of Site-un P el oj)erl Use applied for W Project Size (gross aches) ±23 R Project density Domestic Water Source A Aii�r V•�^� Company/District Method of Sewage disposal Sanitation District L A, C)CbtAl Grading of Lots by Applicant? Yes g Alo (show necessary grading design on site plan or tent map) APPROPRIATE BURDENS OF.PROOF Y.UST ACCOMPANY REQUEST LEGAL DESCRIPTION (all ownership comprising the proposed lot s)/parcel(s) Area -devoted to structures Landscaping/Open space Residential Project:_ NA. and NA (gross area) (No. of lots) Proposed density NA _ (Units/Acres) 1 Parking Required Provided } Standard — 120 Compact NA Handicapped — 10 Total — 130 3 1; 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. The proposed project was designed to maximize safety and.reduce hazards related to traffic, noise and visual intrusion into the surrounding residential development. 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 a's is otherwise required in order to integrate said use with" the uses in the surrounding area. The site is 23 8 acres in si7P with active ,tA.rPro ment limited to 15.5 acres thus providing adequatp buffering and on site amenities 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. There are existing public service facilities off site with available capaci y to meet e ctemand created by the development ot this site. in addition, the design Ot tne parking area inintiritze pedestrian hazards related to -si e .a ces ._. (staff use) PROJECT NU10ER(s): INITIAL STUDY QUESTIONNAIRE A. GENERAL INFOPMATION Project Applicant (Owner): Project Representative: City of Diamond Bar Bob Rose, Community Svcs. Director N.kN(E NA.1 E 21660 E. Copley Dr. Suite 100 21660 E. Copley Dr., Suite 100 ADDRESS ADDRESS Diamond Bar CA 91765 Diamond Bar, CA 91765 909/396-5697 909/396-5694 PHONE n PFONE n 1. Action requested and project de script ion: Planning Commission approval of the Master Plan for Pantera Nei hborhood Park. 2. Street location of project:Pantera Drive and Bowcreek. 3a. Present use of sit,,Undeveloped/Vacant 3b." Previous use of site or structures: NA 4. Please list all previous cases NA Cif any) related to this project: 5. Other related permit/approvals required. Specify type and granting agency -city of T)iamnnd Bar Public Works and -Building Servi gips T)Pz artmani-a 6. Are you planning future phases of this project? 0Y • N If yes, explain: Construction of Multipurpose b'nilding. 7. Project Area: Covered by structures, paving: tl acre Landscaping, open space: acres Total Area: acres 8. Number of floors: 1 9. Present zoning: 10. Water and sewer service: Domestic Public H. ENVIRONMENTAL INFOMTION 1. Environmental Setting --Project Site a. Existing use/structures Undeveloped/Vacant b. To The proposed development will occupy the flat, previously graded area. *c. Vegetation NA *d. Animals NA *e. Watercourses NA f. Cultural/historical resources NA g. Other 2 Environmental Setting_-- Surrounding Area a. Existing uses structures (types, densities): single family neighhnrhnorl b. Topography/slopes ,Adjacent to undeveloped hillside. *c. Vegetation Adjacent to undeveloped hillside. *d. Animals (same) *e. Watercourses (same) f. Cultural/historical resources NA g. Other * Answers are not required if the area does not contain natural, undeveloped land. 3. Are there any major trees on the site, including oak trees? YES NO If yes, type and number: The trees are located outside the proposed areas for development. 4. Will any natural watercourses, surface flow patterns, etc., be changed through project.development?: NO If yes.. explain: Drainage improvements will be installed to collect runof a e ase o t e watercourses. 5: Grading: Will the project require grading? NO If yes, how many cubic yards? Will it be balanced on site? (Y1 NO If not balanced, where will dirt be obtained or deposited? NA 6. —Are there -any- identifiable -landslides-or other major -geologic hazards on --- - the property (including uncompacted fill)? YES O If yes, explain: 7. Is the property located within a high fire hazard area (hillsides with. moderately dense vegetation)? Y1 s 1\0 Distance to nearest fire station: 1..25 miles 8. Noi se: f v 6 n✓ %r,./ fist% r'aGiiJO' Existing noise sources at site: NA/Undeveloped Noise to be generated by project: yp s associated with neighborhood park activities, ballgames, picnics, 9. Fumes. Odors generated by project: NA Could toxic fumes be generated? No 10. What energy -conserving designs or material will be used? Natural daylighting for restroom and water sensitive landscap materials. Does service exist at site? Li N Y N If'yes, do purveyors have capacity to meet demand of project and all other approved projects? YO N Y N If domestic water or public sewers are not available, how will these services be provided? NA Residential Projects: 11. Number and type of units: NA 12. Schools: What school district(s) serves the property?_pnmnna rtnifiarl Are existing school facilities adequate to meet project needs? NO If not,. what provisions will be made for additional classrooms? Non -Residential projects: 13_ Distarice"to nearest -residential -use or -"sensitive use (school, hospit-al-, - etc.) Adjacent (three sides) - 14. Number and floor area of buildings: 15. Number.of employees and shifts:NA 16.' Maximum employees per shift: NA 17. Operating hours:Standard Park operating Hours 18. Identify any; End products NA Waste .products NA Means of disposal NA 19. Do project operations use, store or produce hazardous substances such as Oye pesticides; chemicals, paints, or radioactive materials? NO s, explain For landscape maintenance purposes pesticides may e ept on site locked in, t e service a ey o e.res room building. 20. Do your operations require any pressurized tanks? hO If yes, explain The opexation of the concession stand may include the uz.e of pressurized tanks for snf drinks.' 21. Identify any flammable, reactive or explosive materials to be located on - site. NA 22. Will delivery or shipment trucks travel through residential areas to reach the nearest highway? 0 NO If yes, explain The delivery of equipment, such as bleachers, and supples for t e main enance o e grown s or aci ity, • i _ us ..Sor.. e.._ .a ie s. may occur.... __ . CERTIFICATION: I hereby certify that the statements furnished above and in the attached exhibits present the data and information required for this initial evaluation to the best of my ability, and that . the facts, statements, and information presented are true and correct to the best of mj gkowledge and belief. ate Signature For: t ENVIRONMENTAL CEECKLIST FORM 1. Background ' 1. Name of.Applicant: _city of Dj amnnd Bar 2. A d d r e s s . and P h o n e Number o f Proponent: 21660 E. Copley Dr Suite 100 Diamond Bar CA 91765 909/860-2489 3. Name, Address and Phone of Project Contact: Bob'Rose, Community Services Director E.-Co p ey Dr., Suite 100, Diamond Bar, CA 91765 4. Date of Environmental Information Submittal: 5. Date of Environmental Checklist Submittal: 6. Lead Agency. (Agency Required Checklist): 7. Name of Proposal if applicable (Tract No. if Subdivision): 8. Related Applications (under" the authority of this environmental determination): YES YO Variance: Conditional Use Permit: Zone Change: General Plan Amendment: (Attach Completed Environmental Information Form) H. Environmental Impacts: (Explanations and additional information to supplement all yes" and "possibly'. ans-ivers are required to be submitted on attached sheets) YES NO POSSIBLY 1. Earth. Will the proposal result in: x a. Unstable earth conditions or changes in, geologic substructures? X b. Disruptions, displacements, compaction or overcovering of the soil? may_ C. Change in topography or ground surface relief features?Minnor site grading will re- X ecFestdruciongecbverinrnor mocllilca �on aphy) d.e g. of any unique geologic or physical feature? �- X e. Any increase in wind or water erosion of soils, either on or off the site? X f. Changes in deposition, erosion of stream banks or land adjacent to standing water, changes in siltation, deposition or'other processes which may modify the channel of constant or intermittently flowing water as well as the areas surrounding permanent or intermittent standing water? X g. Exposure of people or property to geologic hazards such as earthquakes, landslides, mudslides, ground failure,' or similar hazards? 2. Air. Will the proposal result in: X a. Substantial air emissions or deterioration of ambient air quality? X b. The creation of objectionable odors? X C. Alteration of air movement, moisture, -or temperature, or any changes in climate, either locally or regionally? 3. Water. Will the proposal result. in: X a. Changes in currents or the course or . direction of water movements? (see 1c. above) ' b. Changes in absorption rates, drainage patterns or the, rate and amount of surface run-off?14lnor increase in Sur ace run-off due to the construction of a parking lot and.hardscal X C. Alterations of the course or flow of flood waters? d. Changes in the amount of surface water in —X -- any body of.water? X e. Discharge into surface waters, or in any alteration of surface water quality including but not limited to dissolved oxygen and turbidity? X f. Alteration of the direction or rate of flow of ground waters? X X 7. x 8. x g. Change in the quantity of ground waters, either through direct additions or withdrawals, or through interception of an aquifer by cuts or excavations? h. Substantial reduction in the amount of water otherwise available for public water supplies? i. Exposure of people or property to water related hazards such as flooding? Plant Life. Will the proposal result in: a. Change in the diversity of species, or number of any species of plants (including trees, shrubs, grass, crops, and aquatic plants)? b. Reduction in the numbers of any unique rare of endangered species of plants? c. Reduction in the size of sensitive habitat areas or plant communities which are recognized as sensitive? d. Introduction of new species of plants into an area, or in a barrier to the normal replenishment of existing species? e. Reduction in acreage of any agricultural crop? Animal Life. Will the proposal result in: a. change in the diversity of species, or number of' any species of animals (birds, land animals including reptiles, fish, and shellfish, benthic organisms and insects)? b. Reduction in the numbers of nay unique rare or endangered species of animals? C. Introduction of new species of animals into an area, or in a barrier to the normal migration or movement of resident species? d. Reduction in size or deterioration in quality of existing fish or wildlife habitat? Noise. Will the proposal result in: a. Signifi ant increases i ex in n ise 'levels? Existing noise n1 evels I, Mased on.al undeveloped site compared to a developed pe b. Exposure of people to severe noise levels? Light and Glare. Will the proposal result in: a. significant new light and glare or contribute significantly to existing levels of light and glare? Land Use. Will the proposal result in: a. A substantial alteration of the present or planned land use in an area? 'YES NO POSSIBLY 9. Natural Resources. Will the proposal result in: x _T a. An increase in the rate of use .of any natural resources?, 10. Risk of Upset. Will the proposal result in: X . a. A risk of an explosion or the release of hazardous substances (including but not limited to, oil, pesticides, chemicals or radiation) in the event of an accident or upset condition? X b. Probable interference. with an emergency response plan or an emergency evacuation plan? 11. Population. Will the proposal: X a. Alter the location, distribution, density, or growth rate of the human population of an area? ' 12. Housing. Will the proposal affect: X a. Existing housing, or create a demand for additional housing? 13. Transportation/Circulation. Will the proposal result in: X a. Generation of substantial additional vehicular movement? X b. Effects on existing parking facilities or demand for new parking? X -c. Substantial impact on existing transportation systems? X d. Alterations to present patterns of circulation or movement of people and goods. X, e. Alterations to waterborne, rail or air traffic? X f. Increase in traffic hazards to motor vehicles, bicyclists or pedestrians? 14. Public services. Will the proposal: a. Have an effect upon, or result in the need for new or altered governmental services in any of the following areas: X 1_ Fire Protection? protect park structures X 2. Police Protection? provide security and assistance to park users and residents 3. Schools? X 4. Parks or other recreational facilities?Provide a substantial increase in recreational facilities X* S. Maintenance of public facilities, including roads? Require maintenance of eddit q,,jalggvae=nmentallser'VeRds? YES NO POSSIBLY 15. Energy. Will the proposal result in: 'X a. Use of substantial amounts of fuel or energy? X b. Substantial increase in demand upon existing energy sources or require the development of new sources of energy? 16. Utilities. Will the proposal result in: X a. A need for new systems, or Substantial alterations to public utilities? 17. Human Health. Will the proposal result in: a. Creation of any health hazard or potential _.x. health hazard (excluding mental health)? X b. Exposure of people to potential health hazards? 18. Aesthetics. Will the proposal result in: X a. The obstruction of any scenic vista or view open to the public, or will the proposal result in the creation'of an aesthetically offensive site open to the public view? 19. Recreation. Will the proposal result in: X a.• An impact.upon the quality or quantity of provide an existing recreational opportunities? increase in the'level of existing rec. opp. 20. Cultural Resources. Will the proposal result in: X a. The alteration of or the destruction of a prehistoric or historic archaeological site? X b. Adverse physical or aesthetic effects to a, prehistoric or historic building, structure or object? X C. A physical change which would affect unique ethnic cultural values? X d. Restrictions on existing religious or sacred uses within the potential impact area. 21. Mandatory Findings of Significance? a. Does the proposed project have the X potential to degrade the quality of the environment, substantially reduce the habitat of a fish or wildlife species, cause a fish or wildlife population to drop below self sustaining levels, threaten to eliminate or significantly reduce a plant or animal coaLmunity, reduce the number or restrict the range of a rare or endangered plant or animal or eliminate important examples of the major periods of California history or prehistory? .YES NO, POSSIBLY x b. Does the proposed project have the potential to achieve short-term, to the disadvantage of long-term, environmental goals? g C. Does the proposed project pose impacts which are individually limited but cumulatively considerable? d Does the project pose environmental effects which will cause substantial adverse effects on human beings, either directly or. indirectly? III. DISCUSSION OF ENVIRONMENTAL EVALUATION: (Attach Narrative) IV. DETERMINATION: On the basis of this initial evaluation: X I find that the proposed project COULD NOT have a significant effect on the environment, and a -NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared. I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment, there will not be a significant effect in this case because the mitigation measures described -on the attached sheet have" been incorporated into the proposed project. A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION WILL BE PREPARED. I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect on the environment, and an ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required. Date: Signature:Title: ;A�_ ' ldzc_ For the City of Diamond Bar, California LEGEND PETERSON PARK � A_ BALL FIELDSlfl BASKETBALL �CHILDRENS PLAY EOUPh1EM ` �®as 'z7P' CENTER tTY GRCOMMUN WPPICNIC II',;=I PARKwG QF PICNIC da RESTROOMS 1 SOCCER FIELDS CITY OF " � POMONA TENNIS'�+�- PARK O SCHOOL COURTS SYCAMORE CANYON % •2. 1 - �� PARK NEW y % ti Ai MAPLE DILL ��`F � • "��= "y _� _ r ..r NTE PARK \ Qi� CITY OF' — y iA K s' - e _ ►J �•TE Kim r �'/ � Imo" +ld ■ s _ �- � r`---------- MUM �`HERITAGE tPARK NF: � RONALDPARK ®® } EXISTING PARK FACILITIES r- t , i'' •$i I y I MURTRAITHVIK A NTE A P A RX K. CITY OF DIAMOND BAR LINSC:U H . LHUG2EENSPHN I EL No . f 14b410159 Feb 11.94.1b:U5 No.012 F'.01 LINSCO'1 r, IAW & GREENSPAN, ENGINEFRS 1580 Corporate Drive, Suite 122 Costa Mesa, California 92626 Telephone: (714) 641-1587 FAX NO.: (714) 641-0139 MULTJPLF- FAX TRANSMJTJ'AL If there are any problems with this. transmiss !on, calf (734) 641-1587 DATE: 2-11 9 A PAGFS: 5 (Including Cam Page} FROM: Jay L. Nelson 'OBNO.: 2-941685-1 PROJ=NAME:, Pantera Park TO THE FOLLOWING: NAME: Sandy Barlow COMPANY: City of Diamond Bar FAX NO : (909) 861-3117 RECIPIENT NO.: NAME: Larry Ryan COMPANY: Rim Design, Group, Inc.. FAX NO.: (7141 582-0429 RECIPIENTNO.: NAME: COMPANY: - FAX NO.: RECIPIENT NO.: NAME., _ COMPANY:. FAX NO.: RECIPIENT NO.: NAME: COMPANY: FAX NO.: _ _ _ RECIPIENT NO - Hard Copy will be sent x Hard Copy will not be sent. MESSAGE: Please review and lot me know if you have any questions. cywKI WAXMV07 LINSCOTT,LRW&6REENSPRN TEL No.7146410139 Feb 11,94 16:05 No.012 P.02 Linscott, Law & Greenspan, Engineers PANTERBA PARK POTENTIAL TRAFFIC CHARACTERISTICS City of Diamond Bar o Pantera Park has a total of approximately 23 acres, with 15 to 17 acres which could be developed. The park is located west of the Pantera .Drive/Bowcreek Drive intersection in the City of Diamond Bar. o A park is a relatively low traffic generating use. o Park traffic generally peaks from 12:00 to 5:00 PM on wcekends, and not during the normal morning and evening peak periods associated with commuter traffic. o The traffic generated by a park can vary considerable based on the specific uses (passive or active), and various usage patterns (i.e. amount and schedule of organized al letlo events). o A neighborhood park typically attracts traffic from the adjacent residential neighborhood, with a significant number of the people walking or bicycling to the park. Table 1 illustrates the range of traffic that may be generated by Pantera Park on a typical weekday. If Pantera Park is designed to include only passive park uses (open space, picnic areas, trails, play ground equipment; with no formal ball Gelds or other organized recreational activities), the park is expected to generate approximately 120 weekday trips (half inbound and half outbound), with nominal traffic (less than 10 trips) during the AM and PM peak hours. A more active/developed park could generate as many as 840 daily weekday trips, with approximately 35 AM peak hour trips and 65 PM trips. As indicated in Table 1, this forecast is based on traffic generation factors published by San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG) entitled "San Diego Traffic Generators," which was most recently updated in October 1993. This data indicates that the traffic generation potential of a park can vary significantly. Further, more than 35 percent of the traffic generated by the park will be diverted or pass -by trips (meaning existing trips between the surrounding residential uses and other existing parks in the area or a stop as part of another trip). The length of these diverted and pass -by trips will be reduced with the new proposed park. Approximately 65 percent of the traffic shown in Table 1 will be new traffic. 3 LINSCOTT,LAW&GREENSPAN TEL No.7146410139 Feb 11.94 16:05 No.012 P.03 Linscott, Law & Greenspan, Engineers There is generally more activity at a park on the weekend. Although, little data Is available, some information indicates that weekend traffic at a park could range from 25 to 100 percent higher than the average weekday. Table 2 presents a summary of the general traffic characteristics associated with various potential uses proposed at Pantera Park. By utilizing the information presented in Table 2, a matrix could be developed to describe the general traffic characteristics of various park development scenarios. Weekday traffic counts were recently completed on Pantera Drive both north and south of Bowereek Drive and on Bowereek Drive near the proposed park site. These counts were completed on Wednesday, Feb9, 1994 and indicate that traffic volumes are relatively- Marylow near Pantera Park. Currently on Pantera Drive, there are approximately 500 trips per day north of Bowereek Drive, with 340 daily trips adjacent to the planned park. There are approximately 440 daily trips on Bowcreek Drive adjacent to the park. For comparison purposes a two lane undivided roadway has a capacity of approximately 10,000 vehicles per day. However, on local residential streets for environmental reasons a maximum daily traffic volume of 2,000 vehicles per day is typically desired. The addition of the potential new park traffic (65 percent of the traffic shown In Table) is expected to result in a total weekday traffic volume of less than 700 vehicles per day on Pantera Drive north of the park and lower traffic volumes on Pantera Drive south of the park and on Bowereek Drive. pril01 2 LINSCOTT,LAW&GREENSPRN TEL No.7146410139 Feb 11.94 16:05 No.012 P.OA LinscoU, Law & Greenspan, Engineers TABLE 1 AVERAGE VAKF"AY TItAMC GENERATION FORMST Pantem Farly Diamond Bar IF....... --- — -n *i�ft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TflP ammaom URWW*4WOA-arniva part 5.0 ai 0.1 02 0.2 0.2 OA DevelopeAlActim Park 50.0 lb 1.0 2.0 2.0. 2.0 4.0 I'lip Forecast: uadcltbpedlPassivc Park (23 Acres) 120 2 2 4 5 4 9 ParlLaUy Drveloped Fort (16 Acres Dom") 800 16 16 32 32. 32 64 7 Acres UndevdWed) 40 1 1 2 2 2 1 1 3 ToW raruaRy ncmkTW Park 1140 17 17 34 34 1 33 67 Smr= San Dr -to Traft Generators DMly traMc volumes have been rounded up to tit nearest ten tripe. 1685,161 LINS[OTT,LRu&6REENSPHN TEL N0.7145410139 Feb 11.94 16u05 No.u12 P.05 ' TABLE TRAFFIC GENERATION FORECAST SPDCMC PARK USES • Axsurning W% of the building would be public assembly am, wftb 15 SF4nrzm 15 pWpie, W team Wilh 2 trip 00* (1 MOUK I outbound) per team xnember, coach, PAr--, and 2 tea= per fkX results in 60 trip cods per game Tennls Courts 30 dal� trip ends W couN vdth a toW of 1.5 TE/murt OurinS Lbe AM pent hour and 53 TE/wun during the PM pea hour, based on 'San Diego Traffic baoxtUA No ffx�dfic traffic Sur-ndon data is pub&&d for tbii M. Picnic Area and Trails Them am mom pmft paeA um that v� as amenitics to the gaw wes at the park and am not vqwted to gonorate & signiflcant amount of traffic in and of themseNm WEST COAST TRAFFIC COUNTERS Location: Bowereek Drive East at Pantera ------ - --- -- - Count Inte_+-va_l: 15 minutes Count Date; Wednesday - Februa-y 9, 1994 Time E2st3ound volume Mid - 12:59- 1:00 '- 1:59 2 2:00 - 2:59 0 3.00 - 3:59 1 4:00 - 4:59 2 5:00 - 5:59 .3 6:00 - 6%59 6 7:00 - 7:59 25 8:00 - 8:59 22 9:00 -. 9:59 7- 10:00 - 10:59 5 11:00 - 11:59 5 .12:00 _ - 12:59 7 13:00 - 13:59 12 14:00 - 14:59 6 15.00-.35:5.9 17 16:00 - 16:59 12 17:00 - 17:59 19 18:00 - 18:59 29 19:00 - 19:59 12 20:00 - 20:59 14 21:00 - 21:59 6 22:00 - 22:59 5 23:00 - 23:59 2 ADT 220 -- AM Peak Time 7:15- 8:15 PM Peak Volume: 34 PM Peak Time 17:30-18:30 PM Peak .volume: 30' Microcounts SST COAST T--RA-TFIC COUIT= Location: Bowcreek E/0 Pantera Count Interval.: 15 mi.nutes count Date: Wednesday - March 9, 1994 dai B:\WC307N2B.DAI BastBound WestBound Total Time Volume Y--- Volume Volume Mid - 12:59 -� 0 2 2 1:00 - 1:59 0 0 0 2:00 - 2:59 0 4 4 3:00 - 3:59 0 1 1 4:00 - 4:59 8 6 14 5:00 - 5:59 6 4 10 6:00 - 6:59 8 18 26 7:00 - 7:59 15 18 33 8:00 -. 8:59 5 25 30 9:00 - 9:59 4 19 23 10:00 - 10:59 7 7 14 11:00 - 11:59 1 12 13 12:00 - 12:59. 2 9 11 13:00 - 13:59 6 19 25 14:00 - 14:59 10 17 27 15:00 - 15:59 22 21 43 16:00 - 16:59 15 18 33 17:00 - 17:59 17 21 38 18:00 - 18:59 14 10 24 19:00 - 19:59 19 8 27 20:00 - 20:59 12 11 23 21:00 - 21:59 2 9 11 22:00 - 22:59 6 6 12 23:00 - 23:59 3 0 3 -------- -- --- ..---------------- 1.82 - 265 447 AM Peak Time 7:15- 8:15 7:30- 8:30 7:15-- 8:15 AM Peak Volume: 19 33 46 PM Peak Time 14:45-15:45 15:30-16:30 15:30-16:30 PM Peak Volume: 27 27 49 fficroCounts WEST COAST TPIA.FF`"iC COUNT= Location: Pantera N/O BoxcOve Count Tnterval: 15 minutes Count Date- Wednesday - March 9, 1994 dai B:\WC307N3B-DAI -------- -- ---- SouthBound Nor-th.Bound Total Time Volume Volume Volume Mid - 12:59 --- --- 2 3 5 1:00 - 1.59 0 0 0 2:00 - 2:59 1 3 4 3:00 - 3:59 3 4 7 4:00 - 4:59 7 1 8 5:00 -• ' 5:59 5 5 10 6:00 - 6:59 6 24 30 7:00 7:59 10 30 40 8:00 - 8:59 24 20 44 -9:00 - 9:59 27 25 52 10:00 - 10:59 11 15 26 11:00 -- 11:59 32 14 26 . 12:00 -- 12:59 11 10 21 13:00 -- 13:59 5 12 17 14:00 - 14:59 21 9 30 - 15:00 - .15:59 37 20 _.57 - 16:00 - 16:59 31 19 50 17:00 - 17:59 38 15 53 18:00 18:59 27 24 51 '19:00 -- 19:59 42 .8 50 20:00 - 20:59 28 13 41 21:00 21:59 26 11 37 22:00 - 22:59 15 6 21 23:00 - 23:59. 4 --393 1 5 A.DT 292 6$5 AM Peak -Tine 9:15-10:15 7:15-- 8:15 7:30- 8:30 AM Peak Volume: 29 33 52 Pit Peak Time 14:45-15:45 18:00-19:00 18:15-19:15 PH Peak Volume; 43 24 61 AUSTIN.FOl/ST ASSOCIATES, INC. TRAPPIO ENGINEERING AND TRANSPORTATION PLANNING. 2020 NORTH TUSTIN AVENUE ° SANTA ANA, CALIFORNIA 92701 TELEPHONE (714) 667-0496 FAX (7 MEMORANDUM ,v j P-, TO: Ms. Anne Garvey, Assistant Engineer City of Diamond Bar 6' o FROM: Joe Foust, P.E. 8 SUB7Ecr. R:EvIEw COMMENTS - PANTERA PARK TRAFFIC FORECAST DATE: August 26, 1994 INTRODUCTION The traffic engineering firm of Linscott, Law and Greenspan (LLG) prepared a traffic analysis and forecast of trip generation for the proposed 23 acre Pantera Park in the City of Diamond Bar. I have reviewed that report and offer the following comments: - ANALYSIS 1. The report adequately documents that trip generation can vary widely, depending upon the activity proposed within the park. Pantera Park is illustrated as a relatively, small athletic field, two bai/soccer fields; two tennis courts, etc. LLG reference of the SANDAG trip rates for softball/soccer (240 trips/field/day) correspond with AFA's own experience in this regard. Therefore, I conclude that at least the range cited by LLG, approximately 800-900 ADT, is a reasonable estimate. 2. The report notes the park is located within a residential neighborhood and indicates the existing traffic volume on Pantera Drive is in the range of 400 to 500 ADT. The report goes on to indicate the addition of park traffic to these existing volumes will not create a capacity concern since a two - 'lane roadway can carry up to 10,000 ADT. The report does qualify this statement by indicating the "environmental capacity" of a residential street is more like 2,000 ADT. I believe the 10,000 ADT reference should be disregarded altogether and consider only the 2,000 ADT as the capacity of these residential streets. Even using this capacity, it appears that any reasonable use of Pantera Park will not create a significant impact on the capacity of the surrounding residential streets. However, to suggest to the residents of the area their streets could carry up to 10,000 ADT would, itself, create a significant impact. In addition, reference to this higher capacity may suggest that other significantly more intense uses for the park could be accommodated. City of Diamond Bar August 26, 1994 Page 2 CONCLUSION In summary, it is concluded the LLG trip forecast for the proposed Pantera Park is reasonable and accurate and the report has been prepared within normal industry standards. The report is adequate, but I do recommend that their reference to a capacity of 10,000 ADT for a two-lane residential street be deleted. to } CITY OF DIAMOND BAR MUIUM OF THE PARKS & RECREATION COMNIISSION MARCH 17, 1994 CALL TO ORDER CSD/Rose called the meeting to order at 7:06 p.m. C/Ruzickka was elected to chair the meeting until the arrival of Chair/Schey PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The audience was led in the Pledge of Allegiance by C/Ruzicka. ROLL CALL Present: Commissioners, Tye, Goldenberg, Medina, Ruzicka Chairman Schey arrived at 7:45 p.m. Staff. Community Services Director Bob Rose, Administrative Assistant Sandy Barlow MATTERS FROM THE.AUDIENCE Oscar Law, representing the senior residents of Diamond Bar, expressed a need on behalf of the Senior Citizens to find a room big enough to,accommodate more people so that the senior residents can all gather in one location. C/Goldenberg responded that Council as well as the Commissioners are looking into 'a Senior Center considering many factors including transportation and centralization. , Mr. Law stated that he would like the Traffic and Transportation Commission and staff to consider a bus system that would pickup and take the seniors to a centrally located facility. BUSINESS OF STUDY SESSION A. Announcement and Explanations of Study Group CSD/Rose announced that this meeting would be the third in a series of Parks & Recreation Commission Minutes of March 17, 1994 workshops to reach a consensus on the design for Pantera Park. At the first meeting, design was discussed and the basic input process was put in place. At the second meeting a consensus was reached by workshop participants for the conceptual design labeled "Alternative B" which was given to the landscape architects, R.J.M. Design Group, Inc. The basic concept of "B" seemed to bring together program elements which mitigate the concerns of the neighborhood. Tonight's intent is to reach a consensus on an Master Planthat would then go before the Planning Commission and City Council. Bob Meuting of R.J.M. Design Group gave a brief overview of the last two workshops and began the presentation of the refinements to "Alternative B", fast by showing a map of the site as presented originally and then by detailing the concerns expressed by those in attendance which included: 1. The area of the amphitheater was felt to be more. appropriately used as a naturalized area of water elements oriented toward wildlife use. 2. Concerns about access driveways and access off Bowcreek. 3. Consolidation of multipurpose building and rest room/concession facility and to flip the field areas for different areas of play. ' 4. There was a preference to locate the tot lot away from the -school area to another area. Bob Meuting then went over the consensus reached at each table for program elements to be included in the park which produced Plan B as the basic consensus. Bob Meuting reported that Alternative B-1 is now being proposed which takes all of the concerns into consideration. He noted that the tennis courts remained in the same location, and eliminated the two basketball courts and consolidated them into an area of a multipurpose hardcourt with, a separate 1/2 court basketball element. Also added was a group picnic facility and a nature walk element. , He noted that the field orientation of playing fields in daylight is north to north east considering safety (sun in the eyes) and lighting orientation at night. Also, the drainage or topography, is to the outfield. Home runs are away from other program elements. Alternative B-2 was presented to the audience showing basically the same program elements but having a different orientation as B-1, while pulling the field and parking away from Bowcreek and nearby residential areas. B. STUDY SESSION/WORKSHOP Comment sheets were passed out to the audience. The audience members filled out the comment sheets individually and were then broken into groups for additional input and discussion. The input from the groups was shared group -by - group. A consensus was reached with regards to recommendations for the Parks & Recreation Commission Minutes of March 17, 1994 refinement of plan B-1. C. COMMISSIONERS COMMENTS CSD/Rose questioned R.7.M: about the time line for updating the conceptual park plans with the recommendations from this meeting. Bob Meuting responded that incorporating an informal ball field at the northern portion and adding an enlarged water element to the conceptual plans could be done by the next meeting. Chair/Schey confirmed his return as chair of the meeting at this point and then thanked Mr. Meuting for conducting the workshop. He added that he was impressed with the consensus building that was demonstrated at the meeting. He then stated that he would like to have the revised plan back by the next meeting, March 24, 1994. C/Medina expressed a concern that he did not see a consistency between members of the public. Chair/Schey stated that the B-1 plan seems to have consistent concurrence with the public. The staff and consultants agreed. C/Ruzicka responder) that this meeting was productive in meeting the concerns and needs of the citizens living near the spark's proximity as well as the other residents of Diamond Bar who want areas for organized sports for the youth. C/Goldenberg thanked the consultants for their efforts and that of the public. He raised a concern for safety, maintenance, and insect infestation with a large water element and the potential liability for the City. Chair/Schey indicated that something that any Consultant would have to consider before moving forward on a conceptual plan would be to address the liability issues. C/Tye wanted to know the impact a multipurpose facility of only 7000 square feet would have on the senior community. CSD/Rose responded that the Pantera Park facility would be the second facility for the City of Diamond Bar, and it is feasible that senior programs would be Parks & Recreation Commission Minutes of March 17, 1994 available at both Heritage Park and Pantera Park. This would help to offset the need for larger facilities to provide services to the senior community. Chair/Schey said there is no way that Pantera Park will meet all of our needs. The City needs to research other facilities, as well as budget, but that Pantera Park is not the best place for a second community center. CSD/Rose commented that the funding for the senior program at Heritage Park is through CDBG, a federal grant whose cost does not affect the general fund budget of the City. The Staff is continuously looking for other grant funds and available facilities in Diamond Bar able to meet the needs of the Community. C/Goldenberg moved, and it was seconded by. Joe Ruzicka to refer the recommendations from this meeting to R.J.M. Design Group for the refinement of a B-1 version plan with the appropriate exhibits and bring it back to the Commission on March 24, 1994. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 9:36 P.M. to the March 24, 1994, 7:00 P.M. Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting. Parks & Recroation Camnission Minutes of March 17, 1994 MINUTES OF _THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE DIAMOND BAR PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION HELD ON THURSDAY MARCH 24, L"4 AT 7:i* P.M. IN THE HERITAGE PARK COMMUNITY CENTER CALL TO ORDER Commissioner Ruzicka called the meeting to order at 7-li p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The audience was led in the Pledge of Allegiance by Commissioner Ruzicka. ROLL CALL Commissioner Ruzicka indicated that C/Schey would be late in arriving. Present: Commissioners, Tye, Goldberg, Medina, Ruzicka, Chirman Schey arrived at 8:45 p.m. Staff: Community Services Director Bob Rose, Administrative Assistant Sandy Barlow, and Recreation Supervisor Marla Pearlman MATTERS FROM- THE -AUDIENCE None COMMISSION REORGANIZATION - Moved to the end of the Agenda OLD BUSINESS A. Design of Pantera Park CDS/Rose introduced Mr. Bob Meuting of R.J.M. Design Group to present the up -date on the conceptual master plan for Pantera Park as determined from the March 17, 1994 workshop which was held to attain a consensus for th*- sign of Pantera Park. 1.:Meuting of R.J.M. Design Group summarized the four. tables .of participants as follows:. Tables 1-3 in favor of. Plan B-l. with the following modifications Parks & Recreation Commission Minutes of Much 24, 1994 1. Two informal fields 2. Move the parking to the south 3. The water feature to. be 150' X 150, 4. One developed field and one undeveloped field 5. The southern field to have 300' outfield radius 6. Covered picnic area Table 4 in favor of Plan B-2 with the following modifications 1. Tot lot to be like Plan B-1 2.• Move the parking to the south 3. Parking with 150 stalls .4. One formal field and one informal field 5. Paved trail 8 feet wide R.J.M. Design Group offered the following mitigative measures to answer the concerns raised and an inquiry by C/Schey regarding the concern of traffic and visibility of the parking across the street. The measures were designed allowing for the given draining conditions of the park's topography. 1. Moving the parking to the south as far as possible, creating a cul-de= . sac at each end and allowing for a drop off area for -the Community Center and the rest room facility. 2. Controlling the access of the park to one' location..!, 3. Using a combination of berming and landscaping to screen cars.. 4. The outfield, is shown at 250 feet because of the slope conditions and proximity to the road and the encroachment to the parking area. If a 300 foot field were used then there would. be concerns with grading and drainage. Also, fencing the fields for safety. 5. The soccer field was turned for better usage. 6. Water element designed as a passive element for aesthetics only using a retention area which also allows for lesser expense in regards to maintenance of the feature. 7. Fencing certain areas for liability. 8. Revised orientation for the court area, two tennis courts, multipurpose court and a dedicated basketball court to allow for optimal grading usage and drainage. 9. Picnictables in canyon area. 10. Because of ' drop in elevation of 'Pantera Drive the landscaping was designed to provide a screen. R.J.M. remarked that certain considerations should be made including the fact that the retention . area is in a Los Angeles County Flood Control parka & Recreation Coaunisaion Minutes of March 24, 1994 easement, the expense of a retention pond, the field and light orientation and the possibility of hazard to passing motorists, the risk management issue regarding safety and liability. with the water feature which has a 5 to 1 drop in elevation, the orientation of the tennis courts to ' take advantage of the optimal north/south orientation, and a chain link fence to separate the Tot -Lot area from the water elemer_t. At this point the Commission recessed for the Commissioners to review the exhibits of the consensus plans being presented. The Commission reconvened at 8:02 p.m. C/Ruzicka expressed a concern for safety pertaining to they water element in regards to unattended children and the cost of maintenance. C/Goldenberg requested the proposed size of the public facility. CSD/Rose explained thet it would be approxiamtely 7,500 square feet. 1,000 square feet of concession/restroom and 6,500 square feet of Community Center. PUBLIC COMMENTS Al Perez, 703 Pantera Drive, questioned the apparent concern for the safety of the water element versus the remaining park elements. Mr. Perez believes that all the elements carry with them a safety concern. ' C/Ruzicka indicated that he -"wanted to be on record as having a concern for safety regarding the water element. Candy Holden, 608 Shy'Court, indicated that she likes the water feature with a perimeter fence and the backstops for the ballfieids due to the issue of liability. She and her family will look forward to using the picnic area and enjoying the water element. Larry Holden, 608 Shy Court, stated that if the meetings were democratic we would have a natural park. Property values increase with a natural park. He wants the water feature. . If one tennis court and one basketball court were removed the City would have enough money for mainteneance. Peggy Stamboulian, 842 S. Pantera, wants to know when the issue of lights will be discussed. CSD/Rose stated that that would be part of the CUP process. Deborah Lee, 23710 Prospect Valley, indicated that she likes the park and the water element. She has been a Diamond Bar resident since 1963 and wants to see more sports Parka & Recreation Comuussion Mnutea of Much 24, 1994 G facilities. Donovan Martinez, 635 Pantera Drive, requested that those in attendance be notified if the plan changes. CSD/Rose indicated that if there were major changes to the design they would be notified and also comments -would- be - welcomed at- the -Planning Commission and the City Council level. C/Schey added that the Planning Commission would be holding a public hearing so notice would be given to residents within 600 ft. of the park site. Lighting CSD/Rose stated that the hard court areas of parks are typically lit in addition to the standard security lighting placed on walkways throughout the park. Prior to discussing lighting the fields, a concern has been expressed regarding the orientation of the ballfields. As the plan was designed, the informal field is in the Northeast portion of the park. Community input at the public meetings placed it there because of the location of the house on the Northeast corner of the park and also because it places the formal field farther away from other houses on Pantera Drive. 'The Commission would like to move the formal field from the South to the Northeast for several reasons, including grade and optimum orientation for play. In order to mitigate the concerns expressed with the formal field positioned in the N.E. corner, the tot lot would be protected by fencing. In -addition,-the corner house is-375'.-from home plate. By comparison Peterson Park measures - - - -- 360' from the home plate to the fence. Burt Stamboulian, 759 'Bowcreek, indicated that he does not want lighted bail fields. Al Perez, 703 Pantera, does not want lighting due to the type of people a lighted field. attracts. Deborah Lee, 23710 Prospect Valley, would like to see lighted fields to allow practice for youth programs which would terminate at 9:15 p.m. Donovan Martinez, 635 Pantera Drive, discussed the difference between a passive and fielded park. Io. does not want lights due to parks location inside a residential area. Candy Holden, 608 Shy Court, does not want lighted fields. Larry Holden, 608 Shy Court, if lights are installed, can the Sheriff's Department get to the park fast enough to prevent problems? CSD/Rose explained that the pathways in the park are large enough to drive a full size pick up truck on and staff would allow access to emergency personnel. Paiki & Recreation Commission Knutea of Much 24, 1994 Peggy Stamboulian, 842 Pantera Drive, does not like the concept . of a lighted facility because people will shoot out the lights and they could possibly miss and hit a window or house. CSD/Rose indicated that most people discussed the issue of ballfield lighting and now would like to know their opinions on lighting the hard court areas. Chair/Schey added that the parking lot, and park, and building would have security lighting, but whatabout the tennis and basketball areas. Paula De Mateo, 23477 Gold Nugget, agreed that the fields should not be lit because of the parks location in a residential area. It is not the right park to light at night. C/Ruzicka asked for input from the public on the positioning of the ballfields. Al Perez, 703 Pantera Drive, indicated that he questioned the flip flop of the fieeds because of the tot lot, but if mitigation measures could be developed he would not mind. Bob Meuting of RIM Design Group, Inc. indicated that he could design a fence that would somewhat shield the tot lot from the ballfield. CSD/Rose asked if their was any opposition to flip flopping the ballfields, having lighted hard court areas, but not lighted ballfields. - The audience indicated that -lighting the -hard-court areas and not the ballfields would be — acceptable. The motion was made by C/Schey to forward RJM's design, including the reorientated ballfields, an informal . backstop placed on the second field, a fence around the tot lot, and the mitigative measures discussed by RJM prior to the public comments, to the Planning Commission, seconded by C/Tye. The Motion, carried with the following vote: AYES: All NOES: 0 ABSTAIN-- ABSENT. - The Commission recessed at 9:00 p.m. to allow for those wishing to hear only the Pantera Park portion of the meeting to leave. The Commission reconvened at 9:15 p.m. COMMIS N REORG A11ON Moved Rawl Medina seconded by Mike Gold berg to nominate Mr Ruzika parks & Recreation Co ' 'on Minutes of Much 1994 as Chairman. The Motiou failed with the following vote: AYES: 2 NOES: 3 ABSTAIN: ABSENT: Moved, by Joe Ruzicka and seconded by David Schey to nominate Mr. Goldenberg as Chairman of the Parks and Recreation Commission. The Motion carried with the following vote: AYES: All NOES: 0 ABSTAIN: ABSENT: Moved by Mike Goldenberg and seconded by Steve Tye to nominate Mr. Ruzika as Vice Chairman of the Parks and Recreation Commission. The Motion carried with the following vote: AYES: All NOES: 0 ABSTAIN: 0 ABSENT: Chair/Schey turned the meeting over to Chair/Goldenberg. Chair/Goldenberg commented that Chair/Schey and VC/Johnson were the best mentors he had ever had, and commended them on performance as commissioners. NEW BUSINESS CSD/Rose_reported that effective April 1, 1994, the Brown Act will no longer allow standing sub -committees to be formed at the Commission level which act on a variety of subjects dealing with business throughout the year without proper noticing and the preparation of minutes. A sub -committee is normally two members of the commission, a staff member, and possibly members of the public and/or consultants. The sub -committee then works on the subject doing research or other input and brings back issues to the Commission for the review of the entire Commission. The most conservative approach to the interpretation of . the Brown Act would be having no sub -committees with staff handling all, with minor input. A middle ground Parks & R=readon Commission NEnutes of March 24, 1994 ' MITIGATION MONITORING PROGRAM PANTERA PARK, CITY OF DIAMOND BAR, CALIFORNIA . Effective January 1, 1989, the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) has been amended to incorporate Assembly Bill 3180, which requires public agencies to verify the completion of adopted mitigation measures. The CEQA Section 21081.6 states in part that the public agency must "...adopt a reporting or monitoring program for the changes in the project which it has adopted or made a condition of project approval in order to mitigate or avoid significant effects on the environment. The reporting or monitoring program shall be designed to ensure compliance during project implementa- tion..." The Mitigation Monitoring Program for the Pantera Park is presented below. It will be submitted to the City Council of Diamond Bar, along with the Mitigated Negative Declaration and other findings, prior to the Council's action on the proposed project. WATER 1. Drought resistant plants will. be used in landscaping to the greatest extent possible. Timing: During landscape installation, and during operation Monitoring: City of Diamond Bar 2. A water -efficient irrigation system, including drip system for root areas of appropriate plants, will be used to conserve water. Timing: During construction for installation, and during operation Monitoring: City of Diamond Bar 3. The Community Services Department will explore the possibility of current and future use of reclaimed water for irrigating the Pantera Park grounds. Timing: Prior to operation and during operation Monitoring: City of Diamond Bar NOISE 1. There will be no deliveries to the park between 9:00 PM and 6:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 PM and 8:00 AM on weekends. Timing: During operation Monitoring: City of Diamond Bar 2. There will be no maintenance activity between 9:00 PM and 7:00 AM on weekdays, and no major maintenance activity on Saturdays and Sundays. Timing: During operation Monitoring: City of Diamond Bar LIGHT AND GLARE 1. All lighting will be shielded and focused into the fields and away from . adjoining properties. Timing: During construction for installation, and during operation Monitoring: City of Diamond Bar 2. A densely landscaped buffer of evergreen trees with a potential height of 40 feet minimum will be planted along the northern boundary of the site along Bowcreek Drive where single-family homes adjoin the site. Fast growing evergreens, such as iron bark eucalyptus (Eucalyptus Sideroxylon) or other species, shall be planted at intervals of no more than 25 feet. Timing: During landscape installation Monitoring: City of Diamond Bar 3. Light standards will be the minimum height possible to provide effective lighting of ball fields and tennis courts while minimizing spillover lighting. Timing: During construction Monitoring: City of Diamond Bar 4. Lighting will not be used after 10:00 PM. Timing: During operation Monitoring: City of Diamond Bar 19 uy1 M'/ 1. Safety features, such as fencing, will be incorporated into the design of the water element to reduce the potential for accidents. Timing: Prior to construction for design, during construction for installation Monitoring: City of Diamond Bar CITY OF DIAMOND BAR Case# r DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING Recvd 21660 E. Copley Drive Suite 190 Deposit $ 2 9 (909)396-5676 Fax (909)861-3117 Receipt (v W CONDITIONAL USE PERWr APPLICATION By 5 Record Owner(s) Applicant Name Walnut Vly U.S.D. AirTouch Cellular (Last gEn first) Address S. Lemon Ave. city Walnut- CA 91789 Zip Applicant's Agent 1 Eric M. Meurs P.O. Bnx 19707 Sane Irvine. CA 92713 Same Phone(909).��J�2(714)22 -7ann (714) 222-' 287 zb (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 �tfh�e( application accompanying this request �Signerd 10 ' "vl Date q1'q 64 (All r rded owners) Certification: I, the undersigned, hereby certify under penalty of perjury that the information herein provided is correct to the best of my knowledge. Printed N 7 AirTouch Cellular/Eric M. Meurs (Applican or Agent) p Q .. _ signed _. ... _. ....Date (Applicant or Agent) Location 21400 Pathfinder Rd. (Street address or tract and lot nurber) zoning R1-7500 HNM 105H333 Previous Cases Present Use of site High School/Existing cellular installation Use applied for Modification to existing cellular installation to incorporate digital facilities in addition to the existing analog facilities whinh are now in place Project size (gross acres)550 sq. f t. Project density N/A d Domestic Water Source N/A not used Company/District Method of Sewage disposal N/A not used Sanitation District Grading of Lots by Applicant? Yes No XX (Show necessary grading design on site plan or tent map) APPROPRIATE BURDENS OF PROOF MUST ACCOMPANY REQUEST LEGAL DESCRIPTION (all ownership comprising the proposed lot(s)/parcel(s) See Attanhed Area devoted to structures 550 sq. ft. Landscaping/open space NSA Residential Project: and (gross area) (No. of lots) Proposed density N/A (Units Acres) Parking Required Provided Standard compact Handicapped Total (staff use) PROJECT NUMBER(s): INITIAL STUDY QUESTIONNAIRE A. GENERAL INFORMATION Project Applicant (Owner): Project Representative: AirTouch Cellular/A.K.A. PacTel Cellular Eric M. Meurs P.O.Box 19707 xAnm NAN P.O.Box 19707 ADDRESS ADDRESS Irvine, CA 92713 Irivne, CA 92113 (714L222-7000 (714)222-7287 PHONE f PHONE / -- 1. A c t i o n r e q u e s t e d a n d p r o e c t description: Approval of a conditional use permit to authorize the continued use and maintenance an mo i ica ion exis tng cellular teleprione tnstdilation as prevtousty authorized by the Offtue of the Srate Architect. 2. Street location of project: 21400 Pathfinder Road 3a. Present use of site: High School/Cellular telephone installation 3b. Previous use of site or structures: No Change, 4. Please Iist.all previous cases This site is part of a regional network. (if any) related to this project: 5. Other related permit/approvals required. Specify type and granting agency. The California Public Utilities Commission i GR11eG a lirense as tines the Federal- C'nmTnuninatinns Commission. An electrical permit will be required for this modification. 6. Are you planning future phases of this project? Y N If yes, explain: 7. Project Area: Covered by structures, paving: No change Landscaping, open space: Total Area: 8. Number of floors: one, no change 9. Present zoning: Rl - 7 5 0 0 10. Water and sewer service: N/A Water Sewers Domestic Public Does service exist at site? Y N Y N If yes, do purveyors have capacity to meet demand of project and all other approved projects? Y N Y N If domestic water or public sewers are not available, how will these services be provided? None needed . Residential Projects: N/A 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.) On school ground — residences within 150' 14. Number and floor area of buildings: one and 550 s.q. ft. no change 15. Number of employees and shifts: None (maintenance personnel one visit/month) 16. Maximum employees per shift: N/A 17. Operating hours: 24 hours/Hour 18. Identify any: End products None — unmanned facility Waste products Means of disposal 19. Do project operations use, store or produce hazardous substances such as oil, pesticides, chemicals, paints, or radioactive materials? YES NO If yes, explain 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. batteries 22. Will delivery or shipment trucks travel through residential areas to reach the nearest highway? YES If yes, explain NO B. ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION 1. Environmental Setting —Project Site a. Existing use/structures Operating High School Campus/operating cellular telephone installation b. Topography/slopes Flat *c. Vegetation Devoid of vegetation *d. Animals None *e. Watercourses None f.. Culturanistorical resources None g. Other 2. Environmental Setting -- Surrounding Area a. Existin us stt ctures.( �s d iti ) High School Campus surr"unc ed�y sir l� amiL th b. Topography/slopes' gently slopping *c. Vegetation Decorative *d. Animals pets *e. Watercourses man made channelized gutters f. Cultural/historical resources None identified g. Other 3. Are there any major trees on the site, including oak trees? YES NO If yes, type and number: 4. Will any natural watercourses, surface flow patterns, etc., be changed through project, development?: YES NO If yes, explain: * Answers are not required if the area does not contain natural, undeveloped land. 5. Grading: Will the project require grading? YES NO If yes, how many cubic yards? Will it be balanced on site? N/A 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 NO If yes, explain: 7. Is the property located within a high fire hazard area (hillsides with moderately dense vegetation)? YES NO Distance to nearest fire station: one mile 8. Noise: Existing noise sources at site: Brea Cyn Rd. & 57 Frwy Noise to be generated by project: None 9. Fumes: Odors generated by project: None Could toxic fumes be generated? 10. What energy -conserving designs or material will be used? State —of —art electronics. CERTIFICATION: I hereby certify that the statements furnished above and in the attached exhibits present the data and information required for this initial evaluation to the best of ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST FORM I. Background 1. Name of Applicant: AirTouch Cellular 2. A d d r e s s a n d P h o n e N u m b e r o f P r o p o n e n t P.O. Box 19707 Irvine, CA 92713 (714)222-7287- 3. Name, Address and Phone of Project Contact: Eric Meurs P.O. Box 19707 Irvine. CA 92713 (714)222-728"f 4. Date of Environmental Information Submittal: S. Date of Environmental Checklist Submittal: -6., Lead Agen-cy (Agency Required Checklist): 7. Name . of Proposal if applicable (Tract No. if Subdivision): S. Related Applications (under the authority of this environmental determination): �1i7 Variance: Conditional Use Permit: XX Zone Change: General Plan Amendment: (Attach Completed Environmental Information Form) my ability, and that the facts, statements, and information presented are true and, correct to the best of my knowl an belief. September 1.9,1994 Date Signature For: AirTouch Cellular II. Environmental Impacts: (Explanations and additional information to supplement all "yes" and "possibly" answers are required to be submitted on attached sheets) YES NO POSSIBLY 1. Earth. Will the proposal result in: XX a. Unstable earth conditions or changes in geologic substructures? XX b. Disruptions, displacements, compaction or overcovering of the soil? XX C. Change in topography or ground surface XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX YES NO POSSIBLY relief features? d. The destruction, covering or modification of any unique geologic or physical feature? e. Any increase in wind or water erosion of sails, either on or off the site? f. Changes in deposition, erosion of stream banks or land adjacent to standing water, changes in siltation, deposition or other processes which may modify the channel of constant or intermittently flowing water as well as the areas surrounding permanent or intermittent standing water? g. Exposure of people or property to geologic hazards such as earthquakes, landslides, mudslides., ground failure, or similar hazards? 2. Air. Will the proposal result in: a. Substantial air emissions or deterioration of ambient air quality? b. The creation of objectionable odors? C. Alteration of air movement, moisture, or temperature; or any changes in climate, either locally or regionally? 3. Water. Will the proposal result in: a. Changes in currents or the course or direction of water movements? b. Changes in absorption rates, drainage patterns, or the rate and amount of surface run-off? C. Alterations of the course or flow of flood waters? d. Changes in the amount of surface water in any body of water? e. Discharge into surface waters, or in any alteration of surface water quality including but not limited to dissolved oxygen and turbidity? f. Alteration of the direction or rate of flow of ground waters? XX g. Change in the quantity of ground waters, either through direct additions or withdrawals, or through interception of an aquifer by cuts or excavations? XX h. Substantial reduction in the amount of water otherwise available for public water supplies? XX i. Exposure of people or property to water related hazards such as flooding? 4. Plant Life. Will the proposal result in: XX a. Change in the diversity of species, or number of any species of plants (including trees, "shrubs, grass, crops, and aquatic plants)? XX b. Reduction in the numbers of any unique rare of endangered species of plants? XX C. Reduction in the size of sensitive habitat areas or plant communities which are recognized as sensitive? XX d. Introduction of new species of plants into an area, or in a barrier to the normal replenishment of existing species?- XX e. Reduction in acreage of any agricultural crop? S. Animal Life. Will the proposal result in: XX a. Change in the diversity of species, or -.-- --- number -of-any species of animals (birds, land animals including reptiles, fish, and shellfish, benthic organisms and insects)? XX b. Reduction in the numbers of nay unique rare or endangered species of animals? XX C. Introduction of new species of animals into an area, or in a, barrier to the normal migration or movement of resident species? . XX d. Reduction in size or 'deterioration in quality of existing fish or wildlife habitat? 6. Noise. Will the proposal result in: XX a. Significant increases in existing noise levels? XX b. Exposure of people to severe noise levels? 7. Light and Glare. Will the proposal result in: XX a. Significant new light and glare or contribute significantly to existing levels of light and glare? a. Land Use. Will the proposal result in: XX a. A substantial alteration of the present or planned land use in, an area? YES NO POSSIBLY 9. Hatural.Rescurces. Will the proposal result in: XX a. An increase in the rate Of use of any natural resources? 10. Risk of Upset. Will the proposal result in: XX a. A risk of an explosion or the release of hazardous substances (including but not limited to, oil, pesticides, chemicals or radiation) in the event of an accident or upset condition? XX b. Probable interference with an emergency response plan or an emergency evacuation plan? 11. Population. Will the proposal: XX a. Alter the location, distribution, density, or growth rate of the human population of an area? 12. Housing. Will the proposal affect: XX a. Existing housing, or create a demand for additional housing? 13. Transportation/Circulation. Will the proposal result in: XX a. Generation of Substantial additional vehicular movement? XX b. Effects on existing parking facilities or - - demand for new parking? XX C. Substantial impact on existing transportation systems? XX d. Alterations to present patterns of circulation or movement of people and goods. XX e. Alterations to waterborne, rail or air traffic? XX £. Increase in traffic hazards -to motor vehicles, bicyclists or.pedestrians? 14. Public Services. Will the proposal: a. Have an effect upon, or result in the need for new or altered governmental services in any of the following areas: XX 1. Fire Protection? XX 2. Police Protection? XX 3. Schools? XX 4. Parks or other recreational facilities? XX 5. Maintenance of public facilities, including roads? XX 6. Other governmental services? YES NO POSSIBLY 15. Energy. Will the proposal result in: XX a. Use of substantial amounts of fuel or energy? X_ b. Substantial increase in demand upon existing energy sources or require the development of new sources of energy? 16. Utilities. Will the proposal result in: XX a. A need for new systems, or Substantial alterations to public utilities? 17. Human Health. Will the proposal result in: XX a. Creation of any health hazard or potential health hazard (excluding mental health)? XX b. Exposure of people to potential health hazards? is. Aesthetics. Will the proposal result in: XX a. The obstruction of any scenic vista or view open to the public, or will the proposal result in the creation of an aesthetically offensive site open to the public view? 19. Recreation. Will the proposal result in: XX a. An impact upon the quality or quantity of existing recreational opportunities? 20. Cultural Resources. Will the proposal result in: XX a. The alteration of or the destruction of a prehistoric or historic archaeological site? XX b. Adverse physical or aesthetic effects to a prehistoric or historic building, structure or object? XX C.' A physical change which would affect unique ethnic cultural values? XX d. Restrictions on existing religious or sacred uses within the potential impact area. 21. Mandatory Findings of Significance? XX a. Does the proposed project have the potential to degrade the quality of the environment, substantially reduce the habitat of a fish or wildlife species, cause's fish or wildlife population to drop below self sustaining levels, threaten to eliminate or significantly reduce a plant or animal community, reduce the number or restrict the range of a rare or endangered plant or animal or eliminate important examples of the major periods of California history or prehistory? YES NO POSSIBLY XX b. Does the ro osed the potential to achieve short-term auto the disadvantage of long-term, environmental goals? XX C. Does the proposed project pose impacts which are individually limited but cumulatively considerable? XX d. Does the project pose environmental effects which will cause substantial adverse effects on human beings, either directly or indirectly? III. DISCUSSION OF ENVIRONMENTAL EVALUATION: (Attach Narrative) IV. DETERMINATION: On the basis of this initial evaluation: I find that the proposed project COULD NOT have a significant effect on the environment, and a NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared., I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment, there will not be a significant effect in this case because the mitigation measures described on the attached sheet have been incorporated into the proposed project. A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION WILL BE PREPARED. I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect on the environment, and an ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required. Date: signature: Title: For the City of Diamond Bar, California CALIFORNIA ALL-PURPOSE ACKNOWLEDGMENT No. 5907 State of ' County of d o On before me, GATE /-1 ITL§or OFFICER - E.G.,-JANE DOE, NOTARY PUBLIC" personally appeared grX,e (& tZ i ' y = AME(S) OF SIGNER(S) personally known to me - OR - ❑ proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the person(s) whose name(s) is/are subscribed to the within instrument and ac- knowledged to me that he/she/they executed the same in his/her/their authorized JO ANN H99363 C ca acit les and that b his/her/their COMM. e999363 � p y ( ) � y NOTARY PUBLIC-CALIFORNIA C signature(s) on the instrument the person(s), LOS ANGELES COUNTY MYCOmm.ExpIMJWy14,109T 9 or the entity upon behalf of which the person(s) acted, executed the instrument. WITNESS hand and official seal. S113NATIIREOFNbTARY OPTIONAL Though the data below is not required by law, it may prove valuable to persons relying on the document and could prevent fraudulent reattachment of this form. CAPACITY CLAIMED BY SIGNER DESCRIPTION OF ATTACHED DOCUMENT ❑ INDIVIDUAL ❑ CORPORATE OFFICER TITLE(S) ❑ PARTNER(S) ❑ LIMITED ❑ GENERAL ❑ ATTORNEY -IN -FACT ❑ TRUSTEE(S) ❑ GUARDIAN/CONSERVATOR ❑ OTHER: SIGNER IS REPRESENTING: NAME OF PERSON(S) OR ENTITY(IES) TIT OR TYPE IF, D UMENT NUMBER OF PAGES ee'71q� DATE OF DOCUMENT SIGNER(S) OTHER THAN NAMED ABOVE 01993 NATIONAL NOTARY ASSOCIATION - 8236 Remmet Ave., P.O. Box 7184 - Canoga Park, CA 91309-7184 � i==?lr 1 s ,.. - > � � � �, 'r-_ STATE OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES CITY OF DIAMOND BAR CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT CASE NO. I, the undersigned state: We I am the owner, We are of the real property described in the above -numbered conditional use permit. I am aware of, and accept, all the stated conditions in said We are Conditional Use Permit Case No. Executed this day of 19 I certify (or declare) under the penalty of perjury that the We foregoing is true and correct. ,(Where the owner and applicant are not the same, both -must sign) Type or Print Applicant Name AirTouch Cellular Address P.O. Box 19707 City, StatP Irvine, Ir A 92713 Signature 7 Owner Name Walnut Valley Unified School Dist, Address 880 S. Lemon Ave. City, State Walnut, CA 91789 _Si ure This signature must be acknowledged by a notary public. Attach appropriate acknowledgements. 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. See Attached 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. AFFIDAVIT OF ACCEPTANCE 2 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT CASE —BURDEN OF PROOF for 21400 Pathfinder Road A. 1. Modification to the existing cellular telephone installation, incorporating digital facilities, will not adversely affect the health, peace, comfort or welfare of persons residing or working in the surrounding area, based on the following: The use has and will continue to have checks and balances relative to the aforementioned items. The Federal Communications Commission controls and regulates the operation of radio technology. The California Public Utilities Commission has regulatory authority. The City of Diamond, Bar may condition the present request so that all appropriate design criteria may be adhered to. These Federal, State and local controls fully assure the surrounding community that they will continue to remain "safe". It is noted that the existing cellular installation has been in operation since 07/ 10/94. The authority to be on the site was provided through the Office of the State Architect (O.S.A.), stamped approved plans by O.S.A. dated 07/07/87. 2. The use, as proposed, will not be materially detrimental to the use, enjoyment or valuation of property of other persons located in the vicinity of the site, based on the following: This Campus has three different mobile telephone carrier's facilities on the site. The AirTouch equipment has been there the longest. There is no record of problems associated with any of their operations. The same type of antenna configuration can be seen throughout the United States. This type of land use feature has become part of the "character" of urban and suburban development patterns in not only the immediate neighborhood but in all of our modern cities. The proposed addition to the existing facility will not make a substantive change in the established development pattern in this area. 3. The proposed modification to the existing cellular telephone installation, incorporating digital facilities will not jeopardize, endanger or otherwise constitute a menace to the public health, safety or general welfare as note in response number one above. B. In the seven years that this cellular facility has been in operation it's operation has never interfered with the primary mission of the high school. The modification involves the addition of radios inside the existing equipment room and the placement of similar antenna hardware on the roof antenna support structure as is already in place. C. 1. The project site requires twenty-four hour access, which is provided by Brea Canyon Road which is a fully improved Secondary Highway. The operating facility requires only infrequent service visits, on the order of once a month. 2. The only utilities which are necessary, electricity and telephone, are in place and require no further expansion to permit the modification as proposed. DESCRIPTION OF GRANTOR'S PROPERTY THOSE PURTICVS UV SI:C7ICN ZO ANU Zi, TOWNSHIP 2 SOUTH, RANGE 9 NEST, SAN RSRNAROI.UO MERIDIAN, IN THE UNINCCKPORAT-U T-RR,ITORY 13F THE COUNTY OF LOS CNG_LES, STATE- i F CALIfO)kNIA, AS SHOWN ON RECORD OF S'JRV:YS FILED IN BOOK 7 PAGES 51 TO 56 INCLUSIVE LiF R-E-CORD OF SURV;.YS, IN Th+_ UFFICE OF THE L.DUNTY RrCCODER 1F SAID CJU%lY, UESLvInTD AS F;jLLOWS: 8EGINNING AT THE NUKTHWEST CDRN:R OF LOT 159 IN TRACT Nil. 25986, AS PER MAF PECORD=D IN 3C-]K 689 PAGES 40 THROUGH 44 INCLUSIVE OF MAPS, RECORDS OF SAIC COUNTY; TH=NCc SOUTH 88 DEGR_:S 59 MINUT 5 03 SECONDS WEST ALONG THt VORTf+E 90U�.OARY OF SAID TRACT, A DISTANCE OF 53.00 FEET TO A POINT ON THE EASTERLY UOUNDARY CF 6REA CANYON ROAD, AS SAID ROAU IS SHOWN ON R-ECORD OF SURVEY FIL IN BOOK 76 PAGES 51 TO 56 RECORD OF SURV=YS OF SAID COUNTY, SAID POINT BEIr, ON A CURVE CJ`CAVE W'=STERLY SAID HAVING A RADIUS OF 2050.00 FEET, THE RAOIA LINE TO SAID POINT btARS NORTH 88 ULGREES 59 MINUTES 03 EAST; TH:NC�:: NORT46�STERLY ALONG SAID CURVE 507.80 F;ET TO A POINT OF TANGENCY; THENCE CONTIt UTAG ALONG SAID WESTERLY 30UNDARY NORTH 15 DEGREES 12 MINUTES 30 S=Ct WEST 342.15 FEET TO A POINT ON THE C_:NTFR LIVE OF PROPOSED BREA CANYON ROAD 30 Fc=T WIDE, SAID POINT BEING ON A CURVE CONCAVE SOUTHEAST=RLY HAVING A RADIUS OF 650 FEET, THE RADIAL LINE TO SAID POINT BEARS SOUTH 81 DEGREES 41 MINUTES 19 SECONDS WEST; THENCE NORTHEASTERLY ALONG SAID CURVE, A DISTANCE 501.40 F==T TC A POINT OF TANGENCY; TH=t,CE CONTINUING ALONG SAID CENTER LIB NORTH 35 DEGREES 59 MINUTES 10 SECONDS EAST 196.63 FEET TO THE BEGINNING Of TANGENT CURVE CCNCAV_ NORTHWESTERLY, HAVING A RADIUS OF 500.00 FEET; THENC- !4CRTH=ASTERLY ALONG SAID CURV-, A DISTANCE OF 280.91 FEET TO A POINT OF TANGENCY; THENCE NORTH 03 DEGREES 47 MINUTES 45 SECONDS EAST 20.70 FEET TO POINT ON A CURVE CONCAVL SOUTHWEST, ANU HAVING A RADIUS OF 4600 FEET, SAID _POINT REEING GN THE SDUTH_RLY LINt: OF PATHFiND=--R ROAD, 100 F-E!RT WI05' AS SHl ON 144P OF TRACT NO. 25987, AS R_CC-RDcO IN 8OOK 694 PAGES 24 TO 28 DF MAPS, RECORDS OF SAID COUNTY; THE RADIAL LINE TO SAID POINT 3RZAS NORTH 03 D=GR=: 47 MINUTES 45 SECONDS BAST; THENCE EASTERLY ALONG SAID CURVE AND SAID SOUTHERLY LINEE THROUGH A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 12 DEGREES 14 MINUTES 38 SECONDS, ARC LENGTH OF 983.00 FEET TO Tm-=- BEGINNING OF A COMPOUND CURVE CONCAVE TO SOUTHWEST, HAVING A RADIUS OF 25.00 F:_:T; THENCE SOUTH EAST=RLY ALONG SAID CURV-, A DISTANCE OF 39.57 FEET TO A POINT GN THE NORTHWESTERLY LINE OF "VERGREEN SPRINGS URIVL, 60.00 F==-T IN WIDTH, AS SAID DRIVE IS SHOWN ON MCI SAID TRACT r.0. 25987; THENCE SOUTH 16 D_GR�ES 43 MINUTES 43 SECONDS WEST At SAID NORT14W=STERLY LINE, SAID LINE BEING ALSO THE NORTHWESTERLY BOUNDARY 0; SAID TRACT NO. 25987, A DISTANCE CF 57.35 FEET TO THE BEGINNING OF A STANG, CURVE COtILAVE EASTERLY, HAVING A RADIUS OF 230.00 FEET; THENCE SOUTHERLY Al SAID CURV_, A UISTANCE GF 118.72 FEET TO THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF LOT 27 IN SAID TRACT; THENCE SOUTH 77 D_GRScS 09 MINUT=S 16 SECONDS WEST, RADIAL TO CURVE AN'ID AL3riG THE NCKTHW_STE-.LY LING OIF SAID LUT, A DISTANCE OF 115.OU F TO TH N,.7RTHW_ST CORY:.R OF SAID LOT; THE'4CE CONTINUING ALONG THE SOUTHWEST BCUNDARY OF SAID TRACT NO. 25987, SOUTH 19 DEGREES 25 MINUTES 17 SECONDS E 95.75 FEET TO THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF LOT 26 IN SAID TRACT; THENCE SOUTH 2 DEGR=ES 07 MINUTES 22 SECONDS :-:AST ALONG SAID SOUTHW=STERLY BOUNDARY, A OISTANCE OF 773.44 FEET TO THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF LOT 17 IN SAID TRACT, 5 POINT ALSO BEING A POINT IN TH= NORTHWESTERLY LINE OF TRACT NO. 259869.AS MAP RECORDz_D IN BOOK 689 PAGES 40 TO 44 INCLUSIVE OF MAPS► RECORDS OF SAID COUNTY; THENCE SOUTH 72 DEGREES 52 MINUTES 38 SECONDS WEST ALONG SAID NORTHWESTERLY LINE 91.78 FEET TO THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF LOT 139 IN SAID TRACT, SAID CCRN-R BU NG TH: d=GINNING OF A TANGENT CURVE CONCAVE SOUT4EAST,:NLY, HAVING A RADIUS OF 1425 F__T; THENCE SOUTHWEST6RLY ALONG SA EXHIBIT "A" LAN-IJ,3-033787 Page 1 of. 2 B87LL083 DESCRIPTION OF GRANTOR'S PROPERTY CUP.VE• A DISTANCE OF 798.08 FEET TO A POINT OF TANGENCY IN SAID NORTHWESTERL LINE; THENCE CONTINUING ALONG SAID NORTHWESTE-RLY LINE SOUTH 40 DEGREES 47 - MINUTES 18 S�CONUS ~JEST 186.01 FEET TO T4E NORTHEAST CORNER OF LOT 155' IN SAID TRACT; THEwCc CONTINUING ALONG THE NLRTHERLY BOUNDARY OF SAID TRACT♦ 14CRTH 75 OFGRE_S 48 MINUTES 29 MINUTES WEST 178.94 FEET TO THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF LOT 157 IN SAID TRACT;. THENCE CONTINUING ALONG SAID NORTHERLY BOUNDARY NORTH 86 DEGREES 47 MINUTES 22 SECONDS WEST 246.77 FEET TO THE POIN OF BEGINNING.' EXCEPT THAT PORTION OF SAID LAND DESCRIBED AS PARCEL 1 IN THE DEED TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, RECORDED SEPTEMBER 29, 1969 AS INSTRUMENT NJ. 2759 IN BOOK D-4510 PAGE 2709 OFFICIAL R CURDS OF SAID COUNTY. ALSO EXCEPT THEREFROM ALL OILS GAS9 HYDROCARBON OR OTHER MINERALS IN AND UNC THAT PORTION OF SAID LAND INCLUDING WITHIN THE BOUNDARIES OF PARCELS A• B AN C OF THE DEED FROM THE COUNTY OF LOS ANG=L=Sv RECORDED DECEMBER 9. 1958• IN BOOK D-299 PAGE 715. OFFICIAL RECORDSv WITHOUT RIGHT OF SURFACE 'ENTRY• AS RESERVED BY THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELESv IN SAID LAST ABOVE MENTIONED DEED. EXHIBIT "A" LAN-IJ,J-0317B7 Page 2 of 2 B87LL083 v»�.l r-p-am r-Ac,at.--ry k.ofi we,5t LDea lA Cr r--As-t' t't R-oov-:� L-oc:,K-i K3G- 'tJ4R--h-I wr= 5t F-e- aM Lcoe '-(OC.s Sc)U-�-t-4vJ�,S-t-' �7-2n-A StE- City of Diamond Bar PLANNING COMMISSION Staff Report AGENDA ITEM NUMBER: 5.2 REPORT DATE: December 27, 1994 MEETING DATE: January 9, 1995 CASE/FILE NUMBER: Conditional Use Permit No. 94-6 APPLICATION REQUEST: This is a request to modify and continue operation of a unmanned public utility substation for a cellular communication facility. The modification will incorporate digital in addition to .the existing analog facilities which are now in place. The existing facility is located at Diamond Bar High School. The equipment is located on the roof and also in an enclosed interior unit. Currently, the visible equipment consists of roof mounted whip antennae and a microwave antenna with the majority of the equipment obscured behind the school's mascot banner. The proposed project will add additional whip antennae and microwave antennae. PROPERTY LOCATION: 21400 Pathfinder Road APPLICANT: AirTouch Cellular 3 Park Plaza Irvine, CA 92114 PROPERTY OWNER: Walnut Valley Unified School District 880 S. Lemon Ave. Diamond Bar, CA BACKGROUND: The General Plan land use designation for the subject site is School and the site is located in Zone R- 1-7,500. The use is conditionally permitted within the zone pursuant to section 22.20.100 of Title 22 of Planning and Zoning Code. The use requested conforms to the proposed General Plan and will not be in conflict with intent of the General Plan. c:v erMMSs RssoLTMCUm94-7srr 1 The land uses surrounding the subject site are residential to the north, south and east, with commercial development and the SR 57 Freeway to the west. The location is on the gymnasium and is proposed for a location more than 100 ft. from the closest residential property at an elevation above the residences. APPLICATION ANALYSIS: This project is a request by the applicant to continue operation and expand the available technology at the site. The site has been in operation at this location for seven years and located on the roof of the gymnasium and within an adjacent equipment room. The current equipment features an array of antennae placed at various locations on the roof of the gymnasium. The proposed project would place additional equipment on existing structures and add new antennae in perimeter locations around the roof. The project will add two (2) low profile perimeter antennae, four (4) Omni whip antennae, with a maximum height of 22 ft. above the roof line, to replace three (3) existing antennae, nine (9) directional antennae which will be concealed behind the existing screen and two (2) microwave antennae just below the screen. As cellular service increases there is a need for the expansion of the cell sites. These locations have largely focused in proximity to the SR 57 & 60 Freeways to serve mobile users. The distances between sites is a function of topography and height since the transmissions are made at very low power levels to ensure that no harmful effects are produced for persons standing, working or living near the facility. The unmanned repeater facility is designed to receive FM radio signals, process the impulses and to boost and transmit the signal to its destination within the cellular system. The cell sites, which are unit components of the cellular system, are connected by digital microwave and landline services. The cell sites, which transmit the signals, are chosen by engineers to maximize the coverage of the cellular area. The telephone lines allow the user to talk through the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). Microwave is used to increase the cellular system's reliability factor and provide a redundant network. Microwave cannot be cut by contractors or destroyed by weather factors and thereby allows for the continual use of the system should conventional phone systems go be disrupted. Currently there are at five (5) known repeater stations operating in the City of Diamond Bar. All of these repeater stations are located adjacent to or nearby the freeways. There is a radio repeater and and two cellular repeater station currently operating at the high school. One cellular facility and the radio repeater facility have 60 ft. high monopoles located on -site while the remaining cell site is the subject use. In addition to the two repeater stations above, a third monopole and repeater station is located on Prospectors Road at the National Self Storage facility and the Planning Commission approved a repeater station on in 1992 at 23555 Golden Springs Dr. for location on an existing office building. In December of 1993, the Commission approved a temporary cell site on Brea Canyon Road and Pathfinder Road in order to re-establish service that had been interrupted while a new contract was being negotiated with the High School. That facility is still in operation but the approval Q%L9TTRRSUM0LTMCUP97.7STY of this project and one additional project will suspend the need for the temporary site. The primary concerns that the staff sought to address are health, compatibility and aesthetics. Research has not found there to be any evidence to support concerns by a few lay persons that the use of cellular phones and microwaves can cause ill health. The project does not propose the use of any technologies in a manner that exceeds or creates a situation that can cause adverse health effects. The project has to be compatible with the land uses within the residential zone and the commercial zone, as these land uses are adjacent to the site. A possible issue was interference with existing television, radio, satellite reception, or other cable communications. The frequency that the cellular phones use is extremely high on the FM band (which contributes to the relative weakness of the signal). Because of the location of the frequency there can be little or no interaction with uses at lower frequency bands. The aesthetics and visual impacts associated with this project have been found to be minimal due to the existing state of the gymnasium roof and the isolated location of the project site. The gym is located at the apex of the campus which makes it the ideal site for the project but the parapet and canopy with the mascot go a long way in diffusing the visual obtrusiveness of the proposed project. Additionally, the campus is developed with freestanding monopoles and light standards for the stadium lights thereby attracting mostof the attention drawn to the site. A review of the Code Enforcement complaints does not support any findings that problems have occurred. Additionally, the Federal Communication Commission (FTC) has established parameters of service which seek to protect the integrity of different forms of communication and this use is subject to those regulations. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT: Pursuant to the terms of California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the City, after concluding review of the initial study, has determined that a Negative Declaration be prepared for this project. PUBLIC NOTIFICATION: This application was advertised in the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin and San Gabriel Valley Tribune on December 19, 1994 and all property owners (225) within a 500 radius were mailed notices of the public hearing. FINDINGS OF FACT: 1. The proposed project is in substantial compliance with the Proposed General Plan pursuant to the terms and provisions of Government Code Section 65360. 2. The proposed project will not adversely affect the health or welfare of persons residing or working in the surrounding area. C.% TTER9MMLTMCUP94.7Sff 3. The proposed project will not have an adverse impact on adjacent or adjoining residential and commercial uses. It will not be materially detrimental to the use, enjoyment, or valuation of property of other persons located in the vicinity of the proposed project. 4. The subject site for the proposed project is adequate in size and shape to accommodate the proposed used. 5. The proposed site is adequately served by Pathfinder Road and Brea Canyon Road. It has good visibility, easy access, and adequate parking for the proposed project. RECOA MENDATIONS: The staff recommends that the Planning Commission open the public hearing, receive testimony and approve the Negative Declaration and the attached draft PC Resolution 94-XX with the Findings of Fact and conditions listed. PREPARED BY: Robert Searcy, Associate Planner ATTACHMENTS: Application Initial Study Negative Declaration Draft Resolution of Approval Plans MElT&RSUUMLTMCUP947.M 4 PC RESOLUTION NO. 95-XX A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 94-6 AND NEGATIVE DECLARATION NO. 94-8, AN APPLICATION FOR A REQUEST TO LOCATE AN UNMANNED CELLULAR SITE FOR TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT INSTALLED WITHIN AN INTERIOR UNIT AND FOR ROOF MOUNTED ANTENNAE AND DISHES LOCATED AT 21400 PATHFINDER ROAD AT THE DIAMOND BAR HIGH SCHOOL AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF. A. RECITALS. (i) Eric Meurs, acting as the agent for AifTouch Cellular, P.O. Box 19707, Irvine, CA 92713 has filed an application for a Conditional Use Permit as listed in the title of this Resolution, for property located at 21400 Pathfinder road, Diamond Bar, California. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Conditional Use Permit application 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. Thereafter, the City Council of the City of Diamond Bar adopted its Ordinance No. 14 .(1990), 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 contain 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) The City of Diamond Bar lacks an operative General Plan. Accordingly, action was taken on the subject application, as to consistency to the future adopted General Plan, pursuant to the terms and provisions of an Office of Planning and Research Extension granted pursuant to California Government Code Section 65361(a). (iv) On January 9, 1995 the Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the application and concluded said public hearing on that date. 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 the facts set forth in the Recitals, Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct. 2. The Planning Commission hereby finds that the project has been determined that a C.UXMRSW,SOLTNWUP947SrY Negative Declaration has been prepared and presented for the review and approval by this Commission in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970, as amended, and the Guidelines promulgated thereunder, pursuant to section 15301(e)(1) of Division 13 of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations. 3. The Community Development Director hereby specifically finds and determines that, having considered the record as a whole including 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, there is no evidence before the Community Development Director that the project proposed herein will have the potential of an adverse effect on wild life resources or the habitat upon which the wildlife depends. Based upon substantial evidence, the Community Development Director hereby rebuts the presumption of adverse effects contained in Section 753.5 (d) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations. 4. Based on substantial evidence presented to this Commission during the public hearing, and by written and oral testimony provided at the hearing, this Commission hereby specifically finds as follows: (a) The Application applies to property presently zoned R-1-7,000, located at 21400 Pathfinder at the Diamond Bar high School; (b) Generally, the property to the north of the subject site is zoned R-1-8,000; to the south of the subject site is zoned R-1-7,000; to the east of the subject site is zoned R-1-7,000; and west of the subject site is zoned R-1,7000. (c) The surrounding properties are developed with commercial development and a temporary repeator station to the east. (d) Notification of the public hearing for this project has been made in the San Gabriel Valley Tribune and the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin on December 19, 1994 and 225 property owners within 500 feet of the project site were notified by mail. (e) The Application is for the continued operation and expansion of a unmanned repeator facility . (f) The nature, condition, and size of the site has been considered and determined to satisfy all applicable standards. (g) There is substantial evidence in the record that the "Application" inconsistent with the proposed contemplated draft General Plan and specific plans as specified in Section 65451 and will not be detrimental to or interfere with the preparation of the future adopted General Plan. (h) That the site is physically suitable for the type of development. Ci%rMRSUMOLTMCUPAfdSTY (i) That the Conditional Use Permit is not likely to cause substantial environmental damage or substantially and avoidably injure fish or wildlife or their habitat. (j) 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 applicant prior to the issuance of any building permit or any other entitlement. 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 restrictions as to use: (1) , The repeater station is approved as shown. Three copies of the revised plot plan marked Exhibit "A" 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. (2) That the applicant must, comply with all State, Zone R-1-7,000, Engi- neering Department, and Building and Safety Department requirements. (3) This grant is valid for two years 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. (4) This permit shall not be effective for any purpose until a duly authorized representative of the owner of the property involved has,filed, at the office of Diamond Bar Community Development Department, the Affidavit of Acceptance stating that the applicant is aware of, and accepts all the con- ditions of this permit; (5) 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; (6) Appropriate fire suppression equipment shall be installed as a part of the components of the repeater station located within the interior of the office unit. c4uXrrensuu5mTMCUP94-7.srY 6. The Planning Commission Secretary is hereby directed to: (a) Certify to the adoption of this Resolution and, (b) Forthwith transmit a certified copy of this Resolution, by certified mail, return receipt -requested, ..to Eric -Meurs-and AirTouch Cellular at the addresses on file with the City. ADOPTED AND APPROVED this 9th day of January, 1995 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 9th day of January, 1995, by the following vote: ATTEST: AYES: COMMISSIONERS: NOES: COMMISSIONERS: ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: ABSTAIN: COMMISSIONERS: James DeStefano, Secretary Q%WMnsuUMourmcur94-7.M 4 Agenda Item 5.2 — CUP No. 94-6 Plans found in project file. City of Diamond Bar PLANNING COMMISSION Staff Report AGENDA ITEM NUMBER: 5.3 REPORT DATE: January 3, 1995 MEETING DATE: January 9, 1995 CASE/FILE NUMBER: Conditional Use Permit No. 94-7 APPLICATION REQUEST: This is a request to operate an unmanned public utility substation for cellular a communication facility with a 90 ft. monopole with antennae and microwave dish. The radio equipment will be housed within an enclosed modular unit. PROPERTY LOCATION: APPLICANT: PROPERTY OWNER: BACKGROUND: 3333 S. Brea Canyon Road L.A. Cellular Box 6028 Cerritos, CA 90702 Metro Diamond Bar Properties, Inc. 2030 Main #1020 Irvine, CA 92714 The General Plan land use designation for the subject site is Commercial and the site is located in Zone CPD (Commercial Planned Development). The use is conditionally permitted within the zone pursuant to section 22.28.110 of Title 22 of Planning and Zoning Code. The use requested conforms to the proposed General Plan and will not be in conflict with intent of the General Plan. The land uses surrounding the subject site are commercial development to the north and northeast, vacant commercial property to the east, residential development.to the south and southeast and the SR 57 Freeway to the west. The project location is in the parking lot of the existing office building adjacent to the AM/PM Minimart convenience store.. The shelter for the equipment would be constructed next to the trash enclosure. The location for the 90 ft. monopole is projected for the landscaped strip which separates the office building's parking area from Diamond Bar Blvd. As cellular service increases there is a need for the expansion in the number of cell sites, which have C-%LrM&9 RBP0WMCUP9N-7SU become a common element of today's urban environment. These locations in Diamond Bar have largely focused in proximity to the SR 57 & 60 Freeways to serve residents and mobile users. The distances between sites is a function of topography and height since the transmissions are. made at very low power levels to ensure that no harmful effects are produced for persons standing, working or living near the facility. The approval of this cell site will relieve the current temporary site located at Brea Canyon Road and Pathfinder Road from providing further service. This project is one of four proposed cell sites extending along the hilly SR 57 Freeway corridor to increase the dependability of the service along this route. The other proposed projects are located north and south of this proposed location. To the south, there is a proposed cell site at Yorba Linda Blvd. and the SR 57, just north of the Los Angeles County/Orange County line within the Sphere of Influence. The remaining proposal seeks approval for a cell site situated at the merger of the SR 57 and 60 Freeways on the Radisson Inn within Gateway Corporate Center. The provision of service from these cell sites will greatly improve service to the area. APPLICATION ANALYSIS: The application requests approval to locate a cell site, including a 90 ft. monopole and radio equipment enclosure, in the parking area of an existing two story office building. The steel monopole is proposed with three antennae arrays with four antennae each and a future 4 ft. microwave dish. The proposed 90 ft. height is approximately 25 to 30 ft. over the height of any other approved monopole within the City. Because one of the primary service recipients is mobile cellular users, the monopole must reach this service area. Because of the grade differential between the freeway and the area adjacent to the freeway and the area available for the project to be developed, this height is desire by the applicant to deliver the required level of service. The enclosure for the radio equipment and emergency generator will be constructed of materials which will be reflective of the materials used in the construction of the adjacent convenience store. The exterior materials include white stucco plaster over concrete block with clay mission roof tile. A 2 ft. wide planter is proposed for the area in front of the enclosure facing into the parking lot. The enclosure will not exceed a height of 13 ft. The project will require the reduction of a total of four parking spaces from the office building parking area. The office building requires approximately 127 spaces and currently provides 138 spaces. The total at the conclusion of construction will be 134 spaces which would be located in the front, rear, and west side of the project. The unmanned repeater facility is designed to receive FM radio signals, process the impulses and to boost and transmit the signal to its destination within the cellular system. The cell sites, which are unit components of the cellular system, are connected by digital microwave and landline services. The cell sites, which transmit the signals, are chosen by engineers to maximize the coverage of the cellular area. The telephone lines allow the user to talk through the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). Microwave is used to increase the cellular system's reliability factor and provide a redundant network of information transmission. Microwave cannot be cut by contractors or destroyed by weather C&ETTERSIREPORTSWUP94-7.STY factors and thereby allows for the continual use of the system should conventional telephone systems go down or otherwise be disrupted. Currently there are at five (5) known repeater stations operating in the City of Diamond Bar. All of these repeater stations are located adjacent to or nearby the freeways. There is a radio repeater and two cellular repeater station currently operating at the high school. One cellular facility and the radio repeater facility have 60 ft. high monopoles located on -site while the remaining cell site is the subject use. In addition to the two repeater stations above, a third monopole and repeater station is located on Prospectors Road at the National Self Storage facility and the Planning Commission approved a repeater station on in 1992 at 23555 Golden Springs Dr. for location on an existing office building. In December of 1993, the Commission approved a temporary cell site on Brea Canyon Road and Pathfinder Road in order to re-establish service that had been interrupted while a new contract was being negotiated with the High School. That facility is still in operation but the approval of this project and one additional project will suspend the need for the temporary site. The primary concerns that the staff sought to address are health, compatibility and aesthetics. Research has not found there to be any evidence to support concerns by a few lay persons that the use of cellular phones and microwaves can cause ill health. The project does not propose the use of any technologies in a manner that exceeds or creates a situation that can cause adverse health effects. The project has to be compatible with the land uses within the residential zone and the commercial zone, as these land uses are adjacent to the site. A possible issue was interference with existing television, radio, satellite reception, or other cable communications. The frequency that the phones use is extremely high on the FM band (which contributes to the relative weakness of the signal). A review of the Code Enforcement complaints does not reveal that problems have occurred. Additionally, the Federal Communication Commission (FFC) has established parameters of service which seek to protect the integrity of different forms of communication and this use is subject to those regulations. The project does however conflict with the City's direction for freestanding structures such as freestanding signs which have been limited to 6 ft. in height. Although this is not a sign the effect of a massive structure such as this will effectively create the visual bight that the City has sought to limit. In particular, the monopole will impact the aesthetics along the SR 57 Fwy, a Scenic Highway, by the nature of its intent, that is, to project high enough to transmit a signal from one cell site in irregular topography. The project imparts visual impacts that may be able to be mitigated by a relocation of the project site or a reduction in the size of the monopole. The application, as submitted, does not provide supporting information that establishes that the design cannot be revised to balance the technical efficiency against the visual impacts. Conclusion: Unmanned public facility substations are a common element of today's urban environment. The need for expanded service of cellular communication is increasing and thus the applicant has submitted the CALMERSIREPORTSTUM9 7.s'1'Y application for the construction of an unmanned cell site with a 90 ft. steel monopole and emergency generator and equipment enclosure. The project is of a consistent design with the five other cell site projects which currently exist in the City. This project has been determined to be safe and to conform with the standards implemented by the City for this type of a project. The 90 ft. high monopole is approximately 30 ft. higher than any established monopole within the City although it consistent with the height over the freeway grade. The materials and technology used for the project are consistent with the elements of other City approved projects. The applicant has not however, provided adequate supporting documentation to determine if this submitted project is the best available project for the applicant and the community. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT: Pursuant to the terms of California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the City, after concluding review of the initial study, has determined that a Negative Declaration be prepared for this project. PUBLIC NOTIFICATION: This application was advertised in the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin and San Gabriel Valley Tribune on December 19, 1994 and all property owners (225) within a 500 ft. radius were mailed notices of the public hearing. FINDINGS OF FACT: 1. The proposed pro'jc-t is in substantial compliance with the Proposed General Plan pursuant to the terms and provisic,:— of o.crnr,a..nl Code Section 65360. 2. The proposed project will not adversely affect the health or welfare of persons residing or working in the surrounding area. 3. The proposed project will not have an adverse impact on adjacent or adjoining residential and commercial uses. It will not be materially detrimental to the use, enjoyment, or valuation of property of other persons located in the vicinity of the proposed project. 4. The subject site for the proposed project is adequate in size and shape to accommodate the proposed used. 5. The proposed site is adequately served by Diamond Bar Boulevard and Brea Canyon Road. It has good visibility, ease access, and adequate parking for the proposed project. GILErrERS%REPORTSICt'1'?! -.STY 4 RECOIVIMENDATIW,1S: The staff recommends that the Planning Commission open the public hearing, receive testimony and continue the project for additional information. PREPARED BY: Robert Searcy, Associate Planner ATTACIUVIENTS: Application Initial Study Negative Declaration Draft Resolution of Approval Plans C:\LETTERS\REPORTS\CUP94-6.STY C,XLrMR9MPOR'MCUP91.7.STY CITY 'OF DIAMOND BAR DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING y��p 21660 E. Copley Drive Suite 190 (714)396-5676 . Fax (714)861-3117 CONDITIONAL USE PERNlTr APPLICATION Record wner(s) �I Applicant f Applicant's Agent Name t S e . (Last ame first) AddressZA0 0�1/U1�((7� City Zip �Lj'i n� D�OZr� �j fJj Phone (�k I,i L[411 (� ,; Ii�t - � ( )—f-ti I; 7 (Attach separate sheet if necessary, including names, addfesses, and signatures of members of partnerships, joint ventures, and directors of corporations) CONSENT: I consent to the submission of the application accompanying this request Date Signe (All recorde owners) Certification: I, the undersigned, hereby certify under penalty of perjury that the information herein provided is correct to the best of my knowledge. Printed Name: Date Signed Locaticfsr' (street address o tract and lot number) NM qq Zoning l 1/ Previous Cases Present Use of Sit€e,-`i k Use applied for y Project Size (gr s acres)-._IProject density2�Q � 'A Domestic Water Source A Company/District Method of Sewage disposal VI Sanitation District Grading of hots by Applicant' Yes No� (show necessary grading design on site plan or tent map) APPROPRIATE BURDENS OF.PROOF MUST ACCOMPANY REQUEST V e y.. 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Standard. J 5 S b Compact Handicapped ,,Total 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 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. n f 'D t 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 - INSTRUCTIONS: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION The information requested must be completed for all Conditional Use Permit (CUP) applications. The detailed instructions which follow explain only those items not clearly self-evident or requiring greater amplification. If there are any questions, please call the Planning Department at (714) 396-5676. You may also obtain a counseling appointment on how to fill out the application by calling this number. A. APPLICATION: Complete and submit one (1) copy of the Conditional Use Permit form. Where a Conditional Use Permit request is to be considered along with any number of other requests, submit the appropriate materials that accompany each request. 1. The CUP Application form MUST either be signed by the owner(s) of the subject property or the application must present a statement signed by the property owner(s) giving him the right to file the case. Purchaser in Escrow is not acceptable. A Planner can assist you in filling in the information for items 2 and 3. 2. Zone may be identified on the House Numbering Map. 3. HNM--House Numbering Map. 4. Use applied for - Describe the proposed project in detail --the nature of the business, occupation or purpose for which the structure or improvement or premises are to be used and what is to be done on or with the property in the way of additional improvements. 5. Domestic water source and method of sewage disposal should specify type of source, name of service agency and district. B. Legal Description: A separate complete legal description MUST; be typed on or attached to EACH form requiring a legal description, that is Zoning Application, Certified Property Owners. List Affidavit and plot plans. Provide a copy of the Title which should include any Conditions, Covenants & Restrictions (CC&Rls). C. Burden of Proof: Complete and submit the "Burden of Proof" statement. The answers to all questions must be complete. "Yes" and "No" answers are NOT acceptable. D. Land Use Vicinity Maps: One full size blue print of 700' radius land use map (folded no larger than 8" x 14" with the location of the subject property on the front). Include 30 reduced copies (reduced to 82 x 11). Maps are to be the scale of one (1) inch to 100 feet, (except for very large areas requiring a map of more than 9. square feet) showing the subject property and all surrounding uses, streets, highways, alleys, rights -of -ways, and lot cuts. Include tract and lot numbers. Outline subject property on all copies of the map. A margin should be left around the edges of the map after A. GENERAL INFORMATION Project Applicant ncrr + Project Representative: NA3tE NAt�iE DZ %j � ADDRESS ADDRESS PHONE # PHO,\E # 1. Action requested and project des r % ion: '� CCr( 2. Street location of project: 126)r- lM 3a. Present use of site: t(4 4�Y1,L1�)L 3b. Previous use of site or structures: �J A. Please list all previous cases (if any) related to this project: 5. Other related permit/approvals required._i� Specify type and granting agency. �1G 6. Are you planning future phases of this project? Y If yes, explain; i 7. Project Area: ��� g tj Covered by structures, paving: Landscaping, open space: Total Area: 2 S C�• i B. Number of floors: t i 9. Present zoning: QX12 10. Water and sewer service: N p �\ Domestic Public 2. By other public or private service facilities as are required. ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST FORM I. Background 1. Name of Applicant: c 2. Addr,es s and Phone Number of Proponent : 3. Name, Address and Phone of Proiect Contact: 4. Date of Environmental Information _ Submittal: 5. Date f Environm n t a Checklist Submittal: G. Lead Agency (Agency Required Checklist): 7. Name f Pr posal if applicable ke (Tract No. if Subdivision): f . ! 8. Related Applications (under the authority of this environmental. determination): V-b WP- S YES NO Variance: -- Conditional Use Permit: Zone Change: x General Plan Amendment: <Attach Completed Environmental Information Form) CERTIFICATION:.. I hereby certify that the statements furnished above and in the attached exhibits present the data and information required for this initial evaluation to the best of my ability, and that the facts, statements, and information presented are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. D Da e 'Si nalure , �L For: � . 9� . ( �Q/� � ud 3. Are there any major trees on the site, including oak trees? 6S NO If yes, type and number: 4. Will any natural watercourses, surface flow patterns, etc., be. changed through project.developmentZ: YES If yes,. explain: 5. Grading: Will the project require grading? YES NO . If yes, how many cubic yards? Will it be balanced on site? YES NO If not balanced, where will dirt be obtained or deposited? G. Are there any identifiable landslides or other major geologic hazards on the property (including uncompacted fill)? YES ONO If yes, explain: 7. Is the property located within a high fire hazard area (hillsides with moderately dense vegetation)? YES NO Distance to nearest fire station: 8. Noise: Existing noise sources at site: 1 ' 1 , C Noise to be generated by project: 9 Fumes: Odors generated by project: Could toxic fumes be generated? )1)p 10. What energy -conserving designs or matey 1 will be used? MQQ151k2e-ff 11L VYlPM - — B. ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION 1. Environmental Setting -Project Site j' r a. Existing use/structuresL�z�UtVILa�'iXKlit� t b. Topography/slopes r0t[l *c. Vegetation �hLk L,.QP� *d. Animals M0 *e. Watercourses W'DV'e- f. Cultural/historical resources U A-Vo- _ g. Other 2. Environmental Setting -- Surrounding Area a. Existing uses structures (typ s, dens'ti s): Ir b. Topography/slopes ( _ *c. Vegetation IA.AA 6C:: ) Vp1 , *d. Animals IhfTM "e. Watercourses f. Cultural/historical resources g. Other ' Answers are not required if the area does not contain natural, undeveloped land. Does service exist at site? N Y N If yes, do purveyors.have capacity to meet demand of project and all other approved projects? Y N Y 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 seAlsitive u ;drool, hospital, etc.) 14. Number and floor area of buildings: L Q 15. Number -of employees and shifts: iS l AVA&vt.Vt2R 16. Maximum employees per{shift: 8 17. Operating hours:_ L_' 18. Identify any: End products V_.rm Waste.products l�iIYLP' Means of disposal � �� 19. Do project operations use, store or produce hazardous substances such as oil pesticides, chemicals, paints, or radioactive materials? NO If yes, explain 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. 22. Will delivery or shipment trucks travel through residential areas to reach the nearest highway? YES 2vT0 If yes, explain II. EnvironmentalImpacts: (Explanations and additional information to supplement all "yes" and possibly" answers are required to be submitted on attached sheets) YES NO POSSIBLY 1. Earth. Will the proposal result in: a. Unstable earth conditions or changes in geologic substructures? b. Disruptions, displacements, compaction or overcovering of the soil? A c. Change' in topography or ground surface relief features? d. The destruction, covering or modification - of any unique geologic or physical feature? e. Any increase in wind or water erosion of soils, either on or off the site? f. Changes in deposition, erosion of stream banks or land adjacent to standing water, changes in siltation, deposition or other processes which may modify the channel of constant or intermittently flowing water as well as the areas surrounding permanent or intermittent standing water? g. Exposure of people or property to geologic hazards such as earthquakes, landslides, mudslides, ground failure, or similar hazards? 2. Air. Will the proposal result in: a. Substantial air emissions or deterioration of ambient air quality? b. The creation of objectionable odors? C. Alteration of air movement, moisture, or temperature, or any changes in climate, either locally or regionally? 3. Water. Will the proposal result in: a. Changes in currents or the course ..or direction of water movements? xb. Changes in absorption rates, drainage patterns, or the rate and amount of surface run-off? C. Alterations of the course or flow of flood waters? d. changes in the amount of surface water in any body of water? e. Discharge into surface waters, or in any - alteration of surface water quality including but not limited to dissolved oxygen and turbidity? f. Alteration of the direction or rate of flow of ground waters? YES NO POSSIBLY g: Change in the quantity of ground waters, either through direct additions or withdrawals, or through interception of an. aquifer by cuts or excavations? V1- h. Substantial reduction in the amount of water otherwise available for public water supplies? i. Exposure of people or property to water related hazards such as flooding? 4. Plant Life.. Will the proposal result in: a. Change in the diversity of species, or number of any species of plants (including trees, shrubs, grass, crops, and aquatic plants)? b. Reduction in the numbers of any unique rare of endangered species of plants? C. Reduction.in the size of sensitive habitat areas or plant communities which are . recognized as sensitive? d. Introduction of new species of plants into an area, or in a barrier to the normal replenishment of existing species? e. Reduction in acreage of any agricultural crop? 5. Animal Life. Will the proposal result in: a. Change in the diversity of species, or number of any species of animals (birds, land animals including reptiles, fish, and shellfish, benthic organisms and insects)? b. Reduction in the numbers of nay unique rare or endangered species of animals? C. Introduction of new species of animals into an area, or in a barrier to the normal migration or movement of resident species? d. Reduction in deterioration size or in quality of existing fish or wildlife habitat? 6. Noise. Will the proposal result in: a. Significant increases in existing noise levels? b. Exposure of people to severe noise levels? 7. Light and Glare. Will the proposal result in: a. Significant new light. and glare or contribute significantly to existing levels of light and glare? 8. Land Use. Will the proposal result in: a. A substantial alteration of the present or planned land use in an area? YES NO POSSIBLY 9. Natural'Resources. Will the proposal result in: a. An increase in the rate of use of any natural resources? 10. Risk of Upset. Will the proposal result in: the a. A risk of an explosion or release of hazardous substances (including but 'not limited to, oil, pesticides, chemicals or_ radiation) in the event of an accident or upset condition? b. Probable interference with an emergency response plan or an emergency evacuation plan? 11. Population. Will the proposal: a. Alter the location, distribution, density, or growth rate of the human population of an area? 12. Housing. Will the proposal affect: �( a. Existing housing, or create a demand for additional housing? 13. Transportation/Circulation. Will the proposal result in: . \ a. Generation of Substantial additional vehicular movement? b. Effects on existing parking facilities or demand for new parking? c. Substantial impact on existing transportation systems? d. Alterations to present patterns of circulation or movement of people and goods. ke. Alterations to waterborne, rail or air/ traffic? f. Increase in traffic hazards to motor vehicles, bicyclists or pedestrians? 14. Public Services. Will the proposal: a. Have an effect upon, or result in the need for new or altered governmental services in any of the following areas: 1. Fire Protection? YL 2. Police Protection? 3. Schools? 4. Parks or other recreational facilities? i S.. Maintenance of public facilities, including roads? -- ---------- YES NO POSSIBLY v 15. Energy. Will the proposal result in: �l a. Use of substantial amounts of fuel or energy? b. Substantial increase in demand upon existing energy sources or' require the development of new sources of energy? �( 16. Utilities. Will the proposal result in: a. A need for new systems, or Substantial alterations to public utilities? 17. Human Health. Will the proposal result in: 21. a. Creation of any health hazard or potential health hazard (excluding mental health)? b. Exposure of people to potential health hazards? Aesthetics. Will the proposal result in: a. The obstruction of any scenic vista or view open to the public, or will the proposal result in the creation of an aesthetically offensive site open to the public view? Recreation. Will the proposal result in: a. An impact upon the quality or quantity of existing recreational opportunities? Cultural Resources. Will the proposal result in: a. The alteration of or the destruction of a prehistoric or historic archaeological site? b. Adverse physical or aesthetic effects to a prehistoric or historic building, structure or object? C. A physical change which would affect unique ethnic cultural values? d. Restrictions on existing religious or sacred uses within the potential impact area. Mandatory Findings of significance? a. Does the proposed project have the potential to degrade the quality of the environment, substantially reduce the habitat of a fish or wildlife species, cause a fish or wildlife population to drop below self sustaining levels, threaten to eliminate or significantly reduce a plant or animal community, reduce the ,number or restrict the range of a rare or endangered plant or animal or eliminate important examples of the major periods of California history or prehistory? III. DISCUSSION OF ENVIRONMENTAL EVALUATION: (Attach Narrative) IV. DETERMINATION: on the basis of this initial evaluation: I find that the proposed project COULD NOT have a significant effect on the environment, and a NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared. I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment, there will not be a significant effect in this case because the mitigation measures described on the _attached sheet have been incorporated into the proposed project. A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION WILL BE PREPARED. I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect on the environment, and an ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required. Date: Signature: Title: For the City of Diamond Bar, California YES NO POSSIBLY b. Does the proposed project have the potential to achieve short-term, to the disadvantage of long-term, environmental goals? C. Does the proposed project pose impacts which are individually limited but cumulatively considerable' d. Does the project pose environmental effects which will cause substantial adverse effects on human beings, either directly or indirectly? OAK TREE STATEMENT September 6, 1994 RE: Project located at 3333 Brea Canyon Rd.. The proposed project is located at an existing developed property and no oak trees are affected. aul ng and Government Relations Box 6028, Cerritos, California 90702-6028 (310) 924-0000 PROJE�T�` DATA . .h PROJECT ADDRESSs::. 3333 BREA CANYON .ROAD '. DIAMOND BAR. CA OWNER OF RECORD! TRO DIAMOND BAR PROP ERTIES. INC. 1044 N. MONTEGO . DR'NE; ASSESSORS PARCEL`: NUMBER° 8714-015-025 LEGAL DESSCRIPTION: PARCEL 1 OF PARCEL MAP NO. 15375, . IN THE CIT DIAMOND BAR, IN THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, OF, CALIFORNIA, AS PER MAP RECORDED IN 1300K ' PAGES 55 THROUGH 57, - INCLUSIVE, OF PARCEL MP . THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID C z'^is rw":hi,k fi'" •. "1 . EXCEPT THAT PORTION MORE _ PARTICULARY DESCRIB FOLLOWS: ! BEGINNING AT THE NORTHWESTERLY CORNER OFF P 1 OF PARCEL MAP NO. 2151, FILED IN BOOK 34, 84 OF MAPS; THENCE SOUTH, 31'33'55" WEST 173.16 FEET THENCE SOUTH 60'55'37" EAST 60.73 FEET TO A POINT ON THE WEST BOUNDARY OF SAID PARCEL D jj 2151; THENCE ALONG SAID BOUNDARY OF SAID PARCEL 1 PARCEL MAP NO. 2151 NORTH 11'A58'40" EAST 180.99 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. 'RON ST RANI U, CUD a HWY AV AV Agenda Item 5.3 — CUP No. 94-7 Plans found in project file. AGENDA ITEM NUMBER: REPORT DATE, MEETING DATE: CASE/FILE NUMBER: APPLICATION REQUEST: .PROPERTY LOCATION: PROPERTY OWNER/APPLICANT: BACKGROUND: City of Diamond Bar PLANNING COMMISSION Staff Report 5.4 December 1, 1994 January 9, 1995 Variance No. 94-3 A request to install a total of six monument signs: three monument signs -.a maximum height of 10 feet with a maximum sign ..face .area of _36.75 square feet utilized for tenant identification; and three monument signs - a maximum height of six feet with a maximum sign face area of 11.38 square feet utilized for center identification. Diamond Bar Village Shopping and Professional Center, 325-379 South Diamond Bar Boulevard. and 23341-23499 East Golden Springs Drive, Diamond Bar, CA 91765 Steve Poretta Poretta Family Trust 601 South Glenoaks #301 Burbank, CA 91502 On April 12, 1993, the Planning Commission approved Variance No. 92-3 and Planned Sign Program No. 92-2 for the Diamond Bar Village Shopping and Professional Center. The approved Planned Sign Program includes all types of signage permitted for the project site. The Variance permitted a total of six monument signs: three monument signs - maximum height of 10 feet with a maximum sign face area of 36.75 square feet utilized for tenant identification; and three monument signs - maximum height of six feet with a maximum sign face area of 11.38 square feet utilized for 1 center identification. Due to extenuating circumstances (see attached correspondence dated November 4, 1994), the applicant could not begin installation of the monument signs within the one year time frame indicated in the approved resolution. As a result, the project approval expired. At this time, the applicant, Steve Poretta, is requesting approval of another Variance (Variance No. 94- 3) to install the same three tenant identification monument signs. Additionally the applicant is requesting approval to construct the same three center identification monument signs. Since approval of the previous Variance, the Planning Commission approved revisions to the City's Sign Ordinance. Section 108, Basic Sign Program, now permits staff to approve freestanding monument signs that meet the following criteria: maximum height of six feet; maximum sign face area of 24 square feet; one per frontage; and permitted in Commercial and Industrial Zones. Therefore, the three center identification monument, signs can be approved by staff if in compliance with Section 108 of the City's Sign Ordinance. The project site consists of four parcels, totalling to approximately eight acres and identified as Diamond Bar Village. It is developed as a retail shopping and professional center. The project site consists of one two-story professional building, eight one-story buildings, and a photo kiosk structure. The zoning for the project site is Commercial Planned Development (CPD). The Draft 1994 General Plan land use designation is General Commercial (C)-.- -The -types of uses -which are- existing within _..the_retail _shopping - and professional center are retail sales, general and medical offices, restaurants,. a learning center, and a dance school. Generally, the following zones and uses surround the project site: to the north is the Pomona Freeway and Neighborhood Business -Billboard Exclusion (C-2-BE) Zone; to the east is the C-2-BE and Single Family Residence -Minimum Lot Size-10,000 Square Feet (R-1-10,000) Zones; to the south Limited Multiple Residence -1 Unit Per Acre (R-3-1U) Zone; and to the west is Limited Multiple Residence-15 Units Per Acre (R-3-15U) Zone. APPLICATION ANALYSIS: The applicant is requesting approval for six monument signs utilized for center and tenant identification. Center identification monument signs, labeled #2, 14, and #6, (see Exhibit "A") that comply with (Section 108,- Basic Sign Program) the City's Sign Ordinance have a maximum height of six feet and a maximum sign face area of 11.38 square feet. Tenant identification monument signs, labeled #1, #3, and #5, (see Exhibit "A") have a maximum height of ten feet and a maximum sign face area of 36.75 square feet. Pursuant to the City's Sign Ordinance (Section 110, 2. Planned Sign Program), the maximum height of a freestanding monument sign in a commercial zone is six feet and the maximum sign face area is 72 square feet. Since the three tenant identification monument signs do not comply with the height limitation of the City's Sign ordinance, approval of a Variance is required pursuant to Code Section 22.56, Part 2. The project site consists of four parcels - one parcel is for the professional center and three parcels are for the retail center. Three of the parcels have two frontages and one parcel has one frontage. When combining the parcels, the retail center's Golden Springs Drive frontage is approximately 905 lineal feet and Diamond Bar Boulevard frontage is approximately 310 lineal feet. The.Golden Springs Drive frontage for the professional center is approximately 125 lineal feet and the Prospectors Road frontage is approximately 230 feet. Pursuant to the Sign Ordinance for commercial centers, a parcel is allowed one monument sign per frontage. Therefore, the professional and retail center would virtually be allowed seven monument signs. The applicant is requesting six monument signs with placement dispersed among four parcels. There are seven monument signs existing on the site. Five will be replaced with the newly designed monument signs. The remaining two will be removed. The configuration of the project site is long and lineal generally sloping downward from the street. Access to the project site is shared by the tenants. Several of the buildings are multi -tenant. Many tenants have their unit frontage facing toward the parking lot rather than Golden Springs Drive or Diamond Bar Boulevard. Many tenants are located 150 feet or more from the street. These circumstances cause numerous tenants to be without visibility from the street. It is these circumstances that can support a Variance. Additionally, the proposed monument signs are an improvement over the existing monument signs and reduced in size. Since the applicant plans to reduce the size of several larger units, the retail shopping center has the capability of housing the largest number of tenant for a shopping center within the City. Therefore, the number of monument signs is important to the applicant and tenants. Even with six monument signs, not all tenants will have a space to advertise on the monument signs. Although it is not necessary or required that all tenants have a space. on a monument sign, it, is important to them to have visual signage facing streets which are heavily traveled. The architectural design of the proposed monument signs is compatible with the architectural style of the center. The proposed monument signs will utilize tri-colored (Cinnabar, Red Flash, and Driftwood) brick veneer with diamond shaped cut-outs in contrasting "Mediterranean" pattern. The illuminated sign face will be constructed of white polycarbonated with translucent film. Copy colors utilized are Red (#230-33), Blue (#223-127), Green (#230-76), and Yellow (#230-25). The applicant has obtained architectural approval from the Diamond Bar Improvement Association for the proposed monument signs: Attached is a correspondence dated September 24, 1994 confirming the approval. The City's Engineering Department reviewed the placement of the monument signs for the previous application (Variance No. 92-3). Since the proposed monument signs are in the same location, the Engineering Department's review is still pertinent. The Engineering Department believes the proposed monument signs' .height will not effect the driver's line -of -sight or ability to see over the sign. The critical factor _effectinq the driver's line -of -site is the width and location of a monument sign.with respect to the roadway. The setback for a driver on the cross road was calculated to be 15 feet from edge of the travelled roadway and eight feet from front bumper to driver. Based on these measurements, each driveway's sight distance is adequate for traffic operations. The minimum setback for the proposed monument signs is 15 feet from the travelled roadway's edge. This situation will not create a sight distance problem for vehicles entering the center. Although no standards have been set, input overload is an important issue were too much information including the number of signs and other visual inputs exceeds the driver's ability to comprehend the information as they proceed at the posted speed limit. Staff feels the proposed project is an opportunity to correct the sign deficiencies, reduce the sign pollution on the site, and improve sign visibility for tenants. If the Planning Commission approves the proposed project, installation for all monument signs will occur within four months of the approval. NOTICE OF PUBIC HEARING: This item has been advertised in the San Gabriel Valley Tribune and the Inland Valley Daily Tribune December 16, 1994. Notices were mailed to approximately 200 property owners within a 500 foot radius of the project site on December 15, 1994. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT: The environmental consequences of this Application were identified in Negative Declaration No. 92-7 utilized for Variance No. 92-3 which.is the same project not implemented before the expiration date of the grant approved on April 12, 1993 by the Planning Commission in Resolution No. 93-09. Pursuant to Section 15162 (a) of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the same negative declaration may be utilized for this Application. RECOMMENDATIONS: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Negative Declaration No. 92-7 and Variance 94-3, Findings of Fact, and conditions as listed within the attached resolution. Prepared by: n J. u ,- A 'stant Planner Attachments: 1. Draft Resolution 2. Application 3. Negative Declaration No.92-7 4. Initial Study 5. Exhibit "A" dated January 9, 1995 - Site Plan and Elevations 6. Correspondence: dated November 4, 1994 - BCN Lighting & Signs; September 24, 1993 and December 30, 1994 - Diamond Bar Improvement Association; October 21, 1994 - Southland Management, Inc.; November 29; 1992 - DKS Associates 5 RESOLUTION NO. 94-XX A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR APPROVING VARIANCE NO. 94-3, AN APPLICATION TO INSTALL THREE TENANT IDENTIFICATION MONUMENT SIGNS - A MAXIMUM HEIGHT OF 10 FEET WITH A MAXIMUM SIGN FACE AREA OF 36.75 SQUARE FEET AND NEGATIVE DECLARATION NO. 92-7 FOR A, RETAIL AND PROFESSIONAL CENTER IDENTIFIED AS DIAMOND BAR VILLAGE LOCATED AT 325-379 SOUTH DIAMOND BAR BOULEVARD AND 23341-23499 EAST GOLDEN SPRINGS DRIVE. A. Recitals_ 1. Steve Poretta, has filed an application for Variance No. 94-3 for a property located at 325-379 South Diamond Bar Boulevard and 23314-23499 East Golden Springs Drive, Diamond Bar, Los Angeles County, California, as describ- ed in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Variance application is referred to as the "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. The City of Diamond Bar lacks an operative General Plan. Accordingly, action . was taken on the subject application, as to consistency to the future adopted General Plan, pursuant to the terms and provisions of the Office of Planning and Research extension granted pursuant to California Government Code Section 65361. 4%A4,. 4. The Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar, January 9, 1995 conducted a duly noticed public meeting on said Application. 5. Notification of the public hearing for this project has been made in the San Gabriel Valley Tribune and the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin newspapers on December 16, 1994. Two Hundred property owners with in a 500 foot radius of the project site were notified by mail on December 15, 1994. 6. 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. 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 having considered the record as a whole, there is no evidence before this Planning 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 this Planning Commission, the Commission hereby rebuts the presumption of adverse effects contained in Section 753.5 (d) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations. 4. The environmental consequences of this Application were identified in Negative Declaration No. 92-7 utilized for Variance No. 92-3 which is the same project not implemented before the expiration date of the grant approved on April 12 1993 by the Planning Commission in Resolution No. 93-09. Pursuant to Section 15162 (a) of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the same negative declaration may be utilized for this Application. The Planning Commission hereby specifically finds and determines that, having considered the record as a whole, there is no evidence before this Planning 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 wildli depends. Based upon substantial evidence presented in the record before this Planning Commission, the Planning Commission hereby rebuts the presumption of adverse effect contained in Section 753.5 (d) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations. 4. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth herein, this Planning Commission, hereby finds as follows: (a) The project request is for approval of three freestanding monument signs, utilized for tenant identification, with a maximum height of 10 feet and a maximum sign face area of 36.75 square feet. (b) The project relates to a site of approximately eight acres developed with a retail shopping and professional center identified as Diamond Bar Village located at 325-379 South Diamond Bar Boulevard and 23341-23499 East Golden Springs Drive, Diamond Bar, California, 91765. The project site is within the Commercial Planned Development (CPD) Zone. It has a contemplated General Plan land use designation of General Commercial (C). (c) Generally, the following zones and uses surround the_ project_ site:., to the north is the Pomona Freeway and Neighborhood Business -Billboard Exclusion (C-2-BE) Zone; to the east is the C-2-BE and Single Family Residence -Minimum Lot Size- 10,000 Square. Feet (R-1-10,000) Zones: to the south is Limited Multiple Residence-1 Unit Per Acre (R-3-1U) Zone; and to the west is Limited Multiple Residence-15 Units Per Acre (R-3-15U) Zone. (d) Substantial evidence exists, considering the record as a whole, to determine that the project, as proposed and conditioned herein, will not be detrimental to or interfere with the General Plan adopted or.under consideration by. the City. (e) The nature, condition and size of the site has been considered. The site is adequate in size to accommodate the proposed project. (f) The project site is adequately served by Golden Springs Drive and Diamond Bar Boulevard. (g) Because of the project site's configuration and its general downward slopping for the street, the strict application of the code deprives such property of privileges enjoyed by other property in the vicinity and under identical zoning classification. (h) The Variance approval will not constitute.a grant of special privilege inconsistent with the limitations upon other properties in the vicinity and zone in which the property is situated. (i) Strict application of zoning regulations as they apply to the subject properties will result in practical difficulties or unnecessary hardships inconsistent with the general purpose of such regulations and standards. (j) The Variance will not be materially detrimental to the public health, safety or general welfare, or to the use, enjoyment or valuation of property of other persons located in the vicinity. 5. Based upon the findings and conclusion set forth above, the Planning Commission, hereby approves the Application subject to the following conditions: (a) The.. project shall substantially conform to the site plan and elevations .collectively marked as Exhibit "A" dated January 9, 1995. (b) Three freestanding monument signs (identified in Exhibit "A" as #1, #3, and #5), utilized for tenant identification, shall have a maximum height of ten feet and a maximum sign face area of 36.75 square feet. (c) Before the issuance of a building permit, the applicant shall remove all existing freestanding monument signs. (d) Applicant shall replace all monument signs within the one year approval of this grant. (e) The subsequent site shall be maintained in a condition which is free of debris both during and after the construction, addition, or implemen- tation of the entitlement granted herein. The removal of all trash, debris, and refuse, whether during or subsequent to construction shall be done only by the property, owner, applicant or by a 4 duly permitted waste contractor, who has been authorized by the City to provide collection, transportation, and disposal of solid waste from residential, commercial, construction, and industrial areas within the City. It shall be the applicants obligation to insure that the waste . contractor utilized has obtained permits, from the City of Diamond Bar to provide such services. (f) All freestanding monuments signs shall maintain a minimum 15 feet setback from the travelled roadways edge. (g) The Applicant shall comply with the Planning and Zoning and Building and Safety Divisions' and . Engineering Department's requirements. (h) Not withstanding 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 therefore shall be made by the Applicant prior to the issuance of any building permit or any other entitlement. (i) This grant shall not be effective for any purpose until the permittee and owner of the property involved.(if-other than the. permittee) have filed ---- within fifteen (15) days of approval of this grant, 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 City processing fees. (j) The subject property shall be maintained and operated in full compliance with the conditions of this grant and any law, statute, ordinance or other regulations applicable to any development or activity of the subject properties. (k) This grant shall be valid for one year and must be exercised (i.e. construction) 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 of this grant. The Planning Commission Secretary shall: r (a) Certify to the adoption of this Resolution; and (b) Forthwith transmit a certified copy of this Resolution, by certified mail to: Steve Poretta, Poretta Family Trust, 601 South Glenoaks #301, Burbank,. CA 91502. APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS THE 9TH DAY OF JANUARY, 1995, BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR BY: David Meyer, 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 9th day of January, 1995, by the following vote: AYES: [COMMISSIONERS:] NOES: [COMMISSIONERS:] ABSENT: [COMMISSIONERS:] ABSTAIN: [COMMISSIONERS:] ATTEST: James DeStefano, Secretary 6 NEGATIVE DECLARATION NO. 92-7, November 20, 1992 Case Number: Variance No. 94-3 Applicant: Steve Poretta, Poretta Family Trust 601 South Glenoaks Blvd. #301 Burbank, CA 91502 Proposal: A request to install three freestanding tenant identification monument sign with a maximum height of ten feet and a maximum sign face area of 36.75 square feet. Location: 325-379 south Diamond Bar Blvd. and 23341-23499 East Golden Springs Drive, Diamond Bar, CA 91765 Environmental Findings: 1.,2.,& 3. Earth/Air/Water. The proposed project will not require grading. Therefore, the proposed project will not cause changes in the earth conditions or geological substructure and create geological hazards. Existing monument signs will be removed and replace by the proposed monument signs in the same location. Additionally, there are no objectionable odors, emissions, alteration or air movement or changes in climate related to the installation of the proposed monument signs. 4. & 5. Plant/Animal Life. The project site does not have any unique or endangered species of plant or animal life. The project site is and existing commercial development. 6. & 7. Noise/Light and Glare. The propose monument signs will not create or add to the existing noise/light and glare which exists at the project site. The site is an existing commercial development located at the corner 1 of a heavily traveled intersection within the city. 8. Land Use. The installation of freestanding monument signs does not alter the land us of the site or the area. The Code permits monument signs for commercial development. 9.,10.&17. Natural Resources/Risk of Upset/Human Health. The proposed monument signs do not increase the rate of use of any natural resource, nor will their installation and operation risk upset. The installation and operation of the proposed monument signs does not increase the utilization of natural resource. Hazardous substances are not involved in their installation or continued operation of the proposed monument signs. 11. & 12. Population/Housing. The installation and continued operation of the proposed monument signs do not effect the population or housing in any way. The signs are utilized to advertising existing commercial uses and provide visibility from the street to numerous tenants. 13. Transportation/Circulation. The proposed monument signs will not generate an increase in traffic to impact the area or cause unsafe conditions or traffic hazards. The site is an existing commercial development. The signs are advertising existing business within the development. The proposed project was reviewed with the above mentioned issues in mind by DKS Associates. Pursuant to their recommendation, the proposed monument signs will be located a minimum of 15 feet from the . travelled roadway's edge in order to maintain a clear line of site distance for vehicular traffic's ingress and egress. 14.,15.&16. Public Services/Energy/Utilities. Public services are not effected by the proposed project. This is an existing development. The proposed project is replacing existing monument signs. Energy and utilities will not be effected by this project. Electricity will be utilized to illuminate the monument signs. Some of the existing monument signs are illuminated. Their replacement will not significantly increase the use of ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST FORM I. Background 1. Name of Applicant: Steve Poretta Poretta Family 2. Address and Phone Number of Proponent: 601 South Glenoaks Boulevard #301 Burbank CA 91502 (818) 563-4981 3. Name, Address and Phone of Project Contact: Connie Nicholson, 4. Date of Environmental Information. Submittal: November 13, 1992 5. Date of Environmental Checklist Submittal: November 13, 1992 6. Lead Agency (Agency Required Checklist): City of Diamond Bar 7. Name of Proposal if applicable (Tract No. if Subdivision): Variance No. 94-3 located at 325-379 S. Diamond Bar Boulevard and 23341-23499 E. Golden Springs Drive, Diamond___ ._ Bar CA 97165 8. Related Applications (under the authority of this environmental determination): None YES NO Variance: % Conditional Use Permit: X Zone Change: X General Plan Amendment: X (Attach Completed Environmental Information Form) TI. Environmental Iinpac se (Explanations and additional information to supplement all "yes" and 'possibly" answers are required to be submitted on attached sheets) YES NO POSSIBLY 1. Earth. Will the proposal result in: X a. Unstable earth conditions or changes in geologic substructures? . X b. Disruptions, displacements, compaction or overcovering of the soil? X C. Change in topography or ground surface relief features? X d. The destruction, covering or modification of any unique geologic or physical feature? X e. Any increase in wind or water erosion of soils, either on or off the site? X f. Changes in deposition, erosion of stream banks or land adjacent to standing water, changes in siltation, deposition or other processes which may modify the channel of constant or intermittently flowing water as well as the areas surrounding permanent or intermittent standing water? X g. Exposure of people or property to geologic hazards such as earthquakes,landslides, mudslides, ground failure, or similar hazards? 2. Air. Will the proposal result in: X a. Substantial air emissions or deterioration of ambient air quality? X b. The creation of objectionable odors? X C. Alteration of air movement, moisture, or temperature, or any changes in climate, either locally or regionally? 3. Water. Will,the proposal result in: X a. Changes in currents or the course or direction of water movements? X b. Changes in absorption rates, drainage patterns, or the rate and amount of surface run-off? X C. Alterations of the course or flow of flood waters? X d. Changes in the amount of surface water in any body of water? X e. Discharge into surface waters, or in any alteration of surface water quality including but not limited to dissolved oxygen and turbidity? X f. Alteration of the direction or rate of flow of ground waters? YES NO POSSIBLY 9. Natural Resources. Will the proposal result in: g a. An increase in the rate of use of any natural resources? 10. Risk of Upset. Will the proposal result in: x a. A risk of an explosion or the release of hazardous substances (including but not limited to, oil, pesticides, chemicals or radiation) in the event of an accident or upset condition? g b. Probable interference with an emergency response plan or -an emergency evacuation plan? 11. Population. Will the proposal: g a. Alter the location, distribution, density, or growth rate of the human population of an area? 12. Sousing. Will the proposal affect: g a. Existing housing, or create a demand for additional housing? 13. Transportation/Circulation. Will the proposal result in: g a. Generation of Substantial additional vehicular movement? _R - -b-. '- Effects on existing parking facilities or demand for new parking? g C. Substantial impact on existing transportation systems? g d. Alterations to present patterns of circulation or movement of people and goods. g e. Alterations to waterborne, rail or air traffic? g f. Increase in traffic hazards to motor vehicles, bicyclists or pedestrians? 14. Public Services. Will the proposal: a. Have an effect upon, or result in the need for new or altered governmental services in any of the following areas: g 1. Fire Protection? g 2. Police Protection? g 3. Schools? g 4. Parks or ' other recreational facilities? g 5. Maintenance of public facilities, including roads? g 6. other governmental services? YES NO POSSIBLY 15. Energy. Will the proposal result in: X a. Use of substantial amounts of fuel or energy?' X b. Substantial increase in demand upon existing energy sources or require the - - -- development of new sources of energy? 16. Utilities. Will the proposal result in: X a. A need for new systems, or Substantial alterations to public utilities? 17. Human Health. Will the proposal result in: X a. Creation of any health hazard or potential health hazard (excluding mental health)? X b. Exposure of people to potential health hazards? 18. Aesthetics. Will the proposal result in: X a. The obstruction of any scenic vista or view open to the public, or will the proposal result in the creation of an aesthetically offensive site open to the public view? 19. Recreation. Will the proposal result in: X - - a. An impact upon the quality or quantity of existing recreational opportunities? 20. Cultural Resources. Will the proposal result in: X a. The alteration of or the destruction of a prehistoric or historic archaeological site? X b. Adverse physical or aesthetic effects to a prehistoric or historic building, structure or object? X c. A physical change which would affect unique ethnic cultural values? X d. Restrictions on existing religious or sacred uses within the potential impact area. 21. Mandatory Findings of Significance? X a. Does the proposed project have the potential to degrade the quality of the environment, substantially reduce the habitat of a fish or wildlife species, cause a fish or wildlife population to drop below self sustaining levels, threaten to eliminate or significantly reduce a plant or animal community, reduce the number or restrict the range of a rare or endangered plant or animal or eliminate important examples of the major periods of California history or prehistory? C YES NO POSSIBLY g b. Does the proposed project have the potential to achieve short-term, to the disadvantage of long-term, environmental goals? g C. Does the proposed project pose impact s which are individually limited but cumulatively considerable? g d. Does the project pose environmental effects which will cause substantial adverse effects on human beings, either directly or indirectly? III. DISCUSSION OF ENVIRONMENTAL EVALUATION: (Attach Narrative) IV. DETERMINATION: On the basis of this initial evaluation:. X I find that the proposed project COULD NOT have a significant effect on the environment, and a NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared. I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment, there will not be a significant effect in this case because the mitigation measures described on the attached sheet have been incorporated into the proposed project. A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION WILL BE PREPARED. I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect on the environment, and an ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required, Date: 11/19/92 Signature: Title: F r the City of Diamond Bar, California Staff Use Project No. ------------------ INITIAL STUDY QUESTIONNAIRE A. GENERAL INFORMATION Project Applicant (Owner): Project Representative: Pr-rcTFA IAM 1 /tusT ? Ni�i,aiSDJt� " Bpi Lrc�hta,� NAME u/ss. C/o wi re,, ire, 301 2887 E BuahAXq RAd ADDRESS ADDRESS CA �fl5�z �h�nt_ _o fl�l�� CA g1709 563-'gym- y4&1 PHONE # - PHONE # 1. Action requested and project description: keW00AG Of (;2) to X (YloaumcUT Sous a �E�lac W'Ti> CaLB`1 i_ ,- w.._,...M. n -d�.Sn-/R.) RtM�i3�LpX>_p 2.,. Street Location -of ..project:(rjMWt3T CnrnBL of-. GrofdeB 3a. Present use of site: PorA mcPC L 3b. Previous use of site or structures: SAmE 4. Please list all previous cases f� (if any) related to this project: SI-02 VLcria"e Rz''f f �ANNcd p z-z 5. Other related permit/approvals required. Specify type and granting agency. $nrld,,ur Sa4C �� Qe.U,c,oX 4S ArA 6. Are you planning future phases of this project? Y G If yes, explain: 7. Project Area: Covered by structures, paving: Landscaping, open space: Total Area: 8. Number of floors: 9. Present zoning: C A.Q 10. Water and sewer service: Domestic Public Water Sewers Does service exist at site? UY N Y N If yes, do purveyors have capacity to meet demand of project and all other approved projects? L/ N Y N If domestic water or public sewers are not available, how will -.these services • beprovided?_AM4 Residential Projects: 11. Number and type of units: 12. Schools: What school district(s) serves the property? y , Are'exi'stibg.-school• facilities adequate,:to.meet project needs?,, If not, >-what provisions. swill be made for additional_ classrooms? Non—Residential.projects: 13. Distance to nearest residential use or sensitive use (school, hospital, etc.) �On 14.•.Number and floor area of buildings: /D $14,s,�ol4, Ape 0) Twc 5%ars /475S5ld /NO�E�JEA/9�t�TJ! 15. Number of employees and .Ishi f t s : RE%aiz f 4IKes 'd Ti(�NTS E.i/sli vu 16. Maximum employees per shift:. 17. Operating hours: 18. Identify any: End products Waste products /lla.✓G Means of disposal ,114X�S�iwy /iti✓6r� GVA5Tc �p. r 19. Do project operations use, store or produce hazardous substances such as oil, pesticides, chemicals, paints, or radioactive materials? YES E If yes, explain 20. Do your operations require any pressurized tanks? YES O If yes, explain 21. Identify any flammable, reactive or explosive materials to be located on site. 22. Will delivery or shipment trucks travel through residential areas to reach the nearest highway? YES. Tf ves. explain ____ B. ENVIRONMWrAL INFORt MON 1. Environmental Setting --Project Site a. Existing use/structures r6WOe �iP«sT,v�✓a 1',eo6Ess'/avaG��----�/�'zA. b. Topography/slopes 51/ rMI-0,,Pa.r M/N.rS . ze"el AT 6iWiCk41_B ;J,UdEfi[�i9 *c. Vegetation *d. Animals A114 *e: Watercourses f. Cultural/historical resources g. Other 2. Environmental Setting -- Surrounding Area a. Existing uses structures (types, densities): �/ �i/ilrlEil,� 8,,,/�/s /us �.y� wo STc�i«slo�fG /�/zA /�oeyi�, r dusia�sscc. b. Topography/slopes *c. Vegetation A/�¢ *d. Animals A114 *e. Watercourses f. Cultural/historical resources�/� 9. Other * Answers are not required if the area does not contain natural, undeveloped land. 3. Are there any major trees on the site, including oak trees? YES NO If yes, type and number. _ AIA 4. Will any natural watercourses, surface flow patterns, etc., be changed through project development?: YES If yes, explain: 5. Grading: Will the project require grading? YES If yes, how many cubic yards? Will it be balanced on site? 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 NO If yes, explain: 7. Is the property located within a high fire hazard area (hillsides with moderately dense vegetation)? _ 1 YES Distance to nearest fire .station: 8. Noise: Existing noise "sources at site: Noise to be generated by project: Fumes: Odors generated by project: Could toxic fumes be generated? 10. What energy -conserving designs or material will be used? �D/ aif�nui472 C-5 deTIxfi�y t/ANdE//SM a &Zid&gf- �• v CERTIFICATION: I hereby certify that the statements furnished above and in the attached exhibits present the data and information required for this initial evaluation to the best of my ability, and that the facts, statements, and information presented are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. Date Signature For: CITY OF DIAMOND BAR Case#9 1-D cl5l-O,' Lf DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING Filed 21660 E. Copley Drive Suite 190 Fee $ a noo (714)396-5676 Fax (714)861-3117 Receipt 1-10 0 VARIANCE APPLICATION ' ' B Record Owner(s) Applicant Applicant's Agent Name PPO-Tra Fam'Lu Teas7' Ina f Srgrrs (Last name first) 1' +��nn Address ,& 5_f1k oar.k5 #& lool S Glenoaks -'361 2887 E. 8ue,(Ckxli l city �urbuNk,�A _ urba&k, CA L�11Na �r1�5 zip 9/5(9Z, g1s02 91709. Phone(91$) 563- gg31 (816) 663 —419 8.1 (907) 393-,/D6l0 (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. ---7 Signer~�Date 11 recorded owners) CERTIFICATION: I, the undersigned, hereby certify under penalty of perjury that the information herein provided is correct to the best of my knowledge. Printed Name 5-rever) Y. PopPetrQ (Applicant or Agent) Signed Date V (Applicant or Agent) .3�5 379 $• J)Iq/navcl &4 131Vd. Location %R#!0010 pA�ZGP.I.s 30 31� 3Zy33• .233'fl 23499S.601deN Sprin(�j�. (Street address or ract and of number) "A0- ,u4 �Q 131 a. Ta j�lamo �. PkospectoRs l�oacC. (Street) (Street) Zoning CpD HNM 117 17 3116' 0 Project Size (gross acres) $ Project Density 30• RaO Previous Cases planned � pn4�r m # 9z-.Z CLstc� VaRIQNGG /YO Present Use of Site /00 (p oA) ReTowl 5ToraS old /20 5a+Te& 1N TWSTL1 o 4( &C14• Use applied for VA-e4 T6vAA7l• /'9D/V14HeNt 5iCW5. C.Ab7NCN Tb-P*AsuRE 8=6"14)( 74 "WX114" rta P ek , unu WiL. Aw ilrrre Cewer 1den7iftcaTtaq slsNs. CA6 IT' 3V7Hx 3!1,Pw xZ'0 $riik Actes+7 Columv G`=b" f/. ;Y.�`•D' X,Z`O" Domestic Water Source Company/District Method of Sewage Disposal Sanitation District VARIANCE CASE -BURDEN OF PROOF PlEksZ SEE AM,-AED ",rYAa,7''A, I 2. 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 or 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 other wise constitute a menace to the public health, safety or general welfare. �CCfec % /i�i�,r1�jEL Z /99Z /%Flnora vg/u�liy ON , All /Z H 93. Ir 1.Uc/udE4! w1 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 Ordinance, or as is otherwise required in order to integrate said use with the uses in the surrounding area. 5EE /rhlyO ' /QE�EifEUGEs. 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. l D. _ That there are special circumstances or exceptional characteristics applicable to the property involved, such as size, shape, topography, location or surroundings, which are not generally applicable to other d.under identical zoning classification. properties in the same vicinity an ��H�1 iaOE' hESX! � /e%��,u So<�.✓�s ��.,�s / - 8�oc�< %x�w yoac�tt�R� �,�ro rhG �(1�ES a%4� /•VlBi�E.IE 1.u/T! s/�Q.� .ST,e��,�Ts �� aura T/,� ���. E. That such variance is necessary for the preservation of a substantial property right of the applicant such as that possessed by oiners of other property in the same vicinity and zone. T�Fi• �e'caN.y�,�oATiov 17,eTt� AP,r.% /� /9p2 ydq'.��s i �lj/S TP�G 3 f the variance will not be materially detrimental to F. That the granting o the public welfare be injurious to other property or improvements in a the same vicinity and zone. November 10, 1994 Ms. Ann Lungu City of Diamond Bar, Planning Department 21660 E. Copley Drive, Suite 100 Diamond Bar, California 91765 Dear Ms Lungu: SUBJECT: VARIANCE CASE -BURDEN OF PROOF EXHIBIT A. Our Company submits the following information on behalf of, Mr. Steve Porretta, President of Southland Management, Incorporated. This venture includes ten (10) freestanding buildings located at the north west corner of Diamond Bar Boulevard and Golden Springs_Drive. Included is the two story Professional Plaza located on the north east corner of Prospectors Road and Golden Springs Drive. This eight (8) acre property, currently houses eighty-four (84) commercial and professional spaces. Many of the larger units are now vacant and will be reduced to the original 900 to 1000 square foot units. Future sub -division would increase the tenant count to one -hundred -eight (108). Our one -hundred -eight tenant count factored a 10% vacancy rate. We are requesting The City of Diamond Bar approve six (6) total, ten foot high, decorated freestanding signs. This is the minimum quantity acceptable to allow for fifty-six (56) tenants to advertise on the freestanding signs. By permitting fifty-six (56) tenants advertising we are restricting twenty-eight (28) current tenants and/or fifty-two (52) future tenants. For more information regarding freestanding advertising restrictions please see The Planned Sign Program. The Most Important equation to this variance request are Tenant Issues. This center consists of "Mom and Pop" retail shops. This type of tenant does not have capital resources to facilitate many sophisticated marketing techniques. These tenants have told us they rely "very heavily" on visual advertising (signage) to attract customers. Being a Neighborhood Center absent of major tenants such as Vons Market and the alike intensifies the draw demand. Many tenants, active and in good -standing of community issues, are imploring for help. go Contractors License r601380 98R7 RiiAhnven Rnnd a fhinn Hillc fA 917n9 ® M01 goa_AnAA a lOf101 909_dr16R r.. SUBJECT: VARIANCE CASE -BURDEN OF PROOF EXHIBIT A. 11/10/94. In all cases of the Planned Sign Program, we referred to The City of Diamond Bar's current sign ordinance, as well as, other governing agencies. The particular style of sign we have selected. is not only architecturally compatible with the direction of the City, but depicts an elegance which we believe will be the model of future signage in surrounding areas. Means of egress, readability studies and traffic speed further depict the need for size, style and placement of signs. The sign design is based on proven readability tests for sign advertising. Please refer to EXHIBIT ONE and TWO enclosed. The accumulation of both test show 12 inch high letters, which can be read at.525', permits viewing time of only 8 seconds. Granted scores of text are not permitted or required. We have restricted advertising to the tenant's business name. We could not recommend text smaller than 12 inches high and feel the size and layout of the monument signs avoids a "Billboard" appearance. When strategically placed the proposed . sign will offer a pleasing view without exceeding the City's present allowance of overall area. Your current sign code allows freestanding signs measuring six (6) feet high by 12 feet wide. This, we feel, would cause line -of sight problems. It is Mr. Porretta's belief that the current ordinance allows as many as seven signs on the total project area. Three of the four (4) plots have frontage on two (2) streets plus one (1) plot on Golden Springs only. Mr. Porretta maintains we are requesting only a number of six freestanding signs. We strongly feel the sign design, layout, engineering, material specifications are not only compatible but an enhancement to the project and neighborhood. Sincerely, Constance C. Nicholson Enclosures (3) cc: Mr. Steve Porretta - Southland Management Incorporated -2- 14j, WN S h " E X H I B I T'T SJ O V A R I AN C E C A S E- B U R. D_ E N `'O F P R O O F OWWER: SOUTHLAND MANAGEMENT, INCORPORATED Mr. "Steve` Porretta, General Manager 601' South Glenoaks Blvd., Suite 301 -.--.....- Burbsnk, California 91502 Tel: 818/563-4981 Fax: 818/563-2562 _. PROJECfi:.`'DLAMOND BAR VILLAGE AND GOLDEN SPRINGS PROFESSIONAL PLAZA 325 379 S. Diamond, Bar Blvd., and 23341 - 23499 E. Golden Springs Road.; Diamond Bar, California 91765 ` CONTRACTOR: ` BCN Lighting & Signs Ms. Constance C. Nicholson, Owner 2887 E. Buckhaven Road Chino Hills' California - Tel;10q /393=4066 Fax: y09•/393- 4068 This chart supportsi letter visibility. based on letter.; size requirements rather 'than viewing time requirement& displayed in Exhibit One of the Variance Burden' of Proof enclosure.-- LETTER VISIBILITY CHART `•, Readable Distance maximum Letter for Maximum Readable Height Impact Distance 311. 30' 100, 4", 40' 150, 6" 60' 200' 8" 80, 350, 9" 90, 400' 10" 100, 450' 12" 120' 525, 15" 150, 630' 18" 180, 750' 24" 240' 1000, 30"_ 300' 12501. 36" -360' 1500' 42" 420' 1750'' 48" 480' 2000' 54". 540' 2250' 601: .600, :2560' " NOTEt . The. following distances will vary approximately 10% with -various color'"combinations... -•5.280' equals -:'one (1) .mile..: maximum distance in color would be RED or BLACK'on WHITE background. November 4, 1994 Ms. Ann J. Lungu, Planning Technician CITY OF DIAMOND BAR 21660 East Copley Drive, Suite 100 Diamond Bar, California 91765-4177 Mr. Steven.Porretta, President SOUTHLAND MANAGEMENT, INCORPORATED 601 South Glenoaks Boulevard, Suite 301 Burbank, California 91502 Mr. Donald E. Ury, Member THE DIAMOND BAR IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION Post Office Box 4085 Diamond Bar, California 91765 Be: 1994 Variance Application for the Diamond Bar Village and Professional Plaza located at the northwest corner of Golden Springs Drive and Diamond Bar Boulevard, Diamond Bar. Dear Ms, Lungu and Gentlemen: This is to memorialize the occurrences which have taken place between our respective offices during the last two .years. Early in May of 1992, 1 was contracted by Mr. Porretta to evaluate, plan, develop, and present a Master Sign Program allowing new tenantry "Sig7i Permits". Four occupants where being denied exterior advertising in the manner of illuminated storefront signage. Five months later, with the benefit of site drawings by Dawson Creek Architects, structural engineering by Mr. Ed Forrestel, countless hours from our office evaluating the existing "Sign Ordinance", writing the "Sign Criteria, rev. 7", developing ten (10) sign designs, establishing tenant representation, site planning, numerous telephone conversations with Ms. Ann Lungu, several meetings with Community Development Director James De Stefano, it was determined that a monument sign variance was within the best interest of the fifty plus tenants working within the Diamond Bar Village. My client agreed. On October 19, 1992 we were informed that the public hearing date for this project was scheduled for December 14, 1992, On or about this time we became aware, that this undertaking must also secure approval from The Diamond Bar Improvement Association. - -1- �:-:Mors Li�ensai%6013�0 9 R7 Rur�hmien Rnud i Chino .fill.. `..; 91709 --3 (909)19" 4066 -1 (909) 393-4063 Fa SUBJECT: 1994 Variance Application for the Diamond Bar Village & Professional Plaza. 11/4/94 In order to keep pressing forward with this project, this office contacted and revised elements within the sign package not meeting Staff or the Improvement Association's approval. Our GOAL is to provide an adequate number of tenants roadway advertising that is both tasteful and readable. Two inherent topography problems are; the majority of store fronts face into the center and the landscape berm prohibits traffic to view commerce within the center. Less than 15% of the tenancy are safely viewed from either Golden Springs Road or Diamond Bar Boulevard. Thus, the need for a sign variance. On April 12, 1993, the Planning Commission approved our Variance Application #92- 3 and Planned Sign Program #92-2. A condition to the approval was that two (2) signs would be installed within 12 months of the approval. Six months later, September 24, 1993, the Diamond Bar Improvement Association certified their approval for the sign package including the six monument signs. At this point, we would like to make it clear that we were and are willing to assist in any way to keep this matter moving in the appropriated direction. However, the installation of the two monument signs could not be completed within the six month time frame for reasons beyond either Mr. Porretta's or my control. Both Mr. Porretta's parents, the principles of the property, passed away. In addition, a legal dissolution of BCN's partnership was attained. Probate issues are cleared - allowing the completion of this project. Please be advised the approved sign details have not changed. This variance application is a requirement because of the time condition within the original resolution. For your assurances, we are providing a construction contract copy to Ms. Lungu. An item on the contract is penalty for construction delay. Mr. Porretta has made a financial commitment and provided deposits for the installation of all six monument signs at one time. It is our intention to commence installation bearing the appropriate approvals and permits. We trust this application be approved by both agencies, the City of Diamond Bar and the Improvement Association, simultaneously. We believe this letter encompasses the discussions which have taken place. Should there be anything above which does not comport with your understanding of this matter, please feel free to contact our office so that we may address those concerns immediately. In the interim, we look forward to hearing from Ms. Lungu with regards to the public hearing date of this 1994 variance application. Sincerely, . elll' Constance C. Nicholson cc: Mr. James De Stefano, City of Diamond Bar Mr. John Bennett, Diamond Bar Improvement Association Mr. Robert P Zirbes, Diamond Bar Improvement Association file: db94South -2- The Diamond Bar Improvement Association Incorporated 1960 Poet Office Box 40815, Mamond Bar, CA 91765 ARCHITECTURAL COMMITTEE September 24, 1993 Mr. Steven V. Porretta SOUTHLAND MANAGEMENT, INC. 601 South Glenoaks Boulevard Suite 301 Burbank, California 91502 RE: Proposed. Monument Signs for the Diamond Bar Village 'and Professional Center, Northwest corner Golden Springs Drive and Diamond Bar Blvd., Diamond Bar, CA. Gentlemen: The Architectural Committee has received your request for signs at the Diamond Bar Village consisting of Diamond Bar Planned Sign Program (Revision 6) consisting of ten (10) pages, two (2) sheets of proposed monument sign, two (2) sheets of proposed monument signs showing construction when the ground at sign base is not level, one (1) sheet of construction details and letter from Southland Management, Inc., dated September 7, 1993 which outlines the schedule of removal and installation (2 pages). The Architectural Committee has reviewed the material and hereby APPROVES the request subject to the following conditions and comments: 1. All applicable permits shall be obtained from the City of Diamond Bar. 2. The proposal consists of six (6) signs, three (3) of which are proposed with a height of 8'-6" (with maximum column height of 10') and three (3) with a maximum height of 6'-0". Publishers of "The Windmill" Page 2 September 24, 1993 SOUTHLAND MANAGEMENT, INC. 3. The height of the sign shall be measured from the lowest of the following: a) The back of the sidewalk in the public street right- of-way closest to the proposed sign location; or b) The highest existing ground level at the base of the proposed sign. 4. Three (3) of the proposed monument signs are large and would generally exceed the size that would be approved by the Architectural Committee. The Architectural Committee however notes that these signs are an improvement over the signs that currently exist in the center. The existing monument signs shall be removed and installed no later then the time stipulated in schedule provided in the letter. Notwithstanding the preceding, the signs may be removed at any time prior to the final date(s) stipulated. 6. The Architectural Committee has concerns with the necessity of the 6' high sign proposed at the corner of Golden Springs Drive and Diamond Bar Boulevard. The Architectural Committee recommends that it be the last sign proposed to be installed and that it not be installed unless deemed absolutely necessary. 7. The Architectural Committee has been informed that the Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar has reviewed and approved your proposed signs and sign program. 8. The Architectural Committee applauds your stated promise to bring all existing signs in the center into compliance with the City of Diamond Bar sign ordinance and the standards approved 'herein. 9. The sign criteria has been marked to delete portions which are of no concern to the Architectural Committee and are not considered a part of this approval. The Architectural Committee hereby certifies that the above is the action of the Architectural Committee and that said action has been accomplished in accordance with that certain Agreement of Protective Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions, recorded February 26, 1974, as Instrument No. 3188, in Book M4614, Page 591, of Official Records of the County of Los Angeles, State of California, and that said action has been concurred in by at least two of the three members, a majority, of the Architectural Committee. Page 3 September 24, 1993 SOUTHLAND MANAGEMENT, INC. Enclosed find one (1) set the material submitted which has been stamped APPROVED. Very tru y yours, nald E. U y, member cc: John H. Bennett, Jr., member Robert P. Zirbes, member Jim DeStefano, City of Diamond Bar Constance Nicholson, BCN DBIA files ,AL)""ORNIA ALL-PURPOSE ACKNOWLEDGMENT 3S:a' State of County of \ 7. On DATE before me, DATE NAME, TITLE OF OFFICER - E.G.,'JAN DOE, NOTARY P i1 C- personally appeared —_nt�—st WAME(S)OFSIGNER(S) ❑ personally known to me - OR -proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the person(X) whose name( Is ate subscribed to the within instrument and ac- knowledged tom that kek�y executed ,- the same in is heir authorized capacity6es), and that by is it AMONEMC.NkM signature( on the instrument the person(), ly#16 Pdotny P(btc — CaHoada or the entity upon behalf of which the L03ANOMC0uhW Ir person(,) acted, executed the instrument. W Uxrvn. E:4*06 APR 12.1997 No.5193 OPTIONAL SECTION CAPACITY CLAIMED BY SIGNER Though statute does not require the Notary to fill in the data below, doing so may prove invaluable to persons relying on the document. INDIVIDUAL CORPORATE OFFICER(S) TITLE(S) PARTNER(S) LIMITED GENERAL ATTORNEY -IN -FACT TRUSTEE(S) GUARDIAN/CONSERVATOR OTHER: SIGNER IS REPRESENTING: 77A NAME OF PERSONS) OR ENTITY(IES) NATURE OF NOTARY OPTIONAL SECTION CERTIFICATE MUST BE ATTACHED TO TITLE OR TYPE OF DOCUMENT tt CDOCUMENT DESCRIBED AT RIGHT: NUMBER OF PAGES DATE OF DOCUMENT Though the data requested here is not required by law, it could prevent fraudulent reattachment of this form. SIGNER(S) OTHER THAN NAMED ABOVE ------------ --- i --------------- 01993 NATIONAL NOTARY ASSOCIATION • 8236 Remmel Ave., P.O. Box 7184 • Canoga Park, CA 91309.7134 I RECEIVED 01/23 15:29 1995 AT 909-961-3117 PAGE 2 (PRINTED PAGE 2) 1 J AN - 3 -'9 S T U E 1 4 4 1 B C N L I G H T I Na & S I G N S P_ 0 2 The Diamond Bar Improvement Association Incorporated 1960 Post office Box 40815, Diamond Bar, CA 91788 ARCHITECTURAL COMMITTEE December 30, 1994 Mr. Steven V. Porretta SOUTHLAND MANAGEMENT, INC. 601 South Glenoaks Boulevard Suite 301 - 4. Burbank, California 91502 RE: Proposed Monument: Signs for the Diamond Bar Village and Professional Center, Norfhwest corner Golden Springs Drive and Diamond Bar Blvd., Diamond Bar, CA. Gentlemen'' .. C --. -- The Architecturai'Committee has received letter -from Constance C. Nicholson of BCN dated November" 4, 1994. The Architectural Committee, after phone conversation with Ms. Nicholson in which she asked that her letter be considered as a time extension request, does hereby approve the extension in accordance with the November 4, 1994 letter. Except as modified by this approval, the Conditional Approval letter of September 24, 1993 shall remain unchanged. The Architectural Committee hereby certifies that the above is the action of the Architectural Committee and that said action has been accomplished. In accordance with that certain Agreement of Protective ;;x_ovenants,. on..ditions and Restrictions, •recorded"February 26, 1974, as Instrument No. 3188, in Book M4614; Peg 59i, of OFficlal ReWHt of the County of Los Angeles; State of California, and that said action has been concurred In by at least two of the three members, a majority, of the Architectural Committee. Very truly urs, onaid Eb - rY, cc: John H. Bennett, Jr., member Robert P. Z'irbes,.member 1,�' Constance Nicholson, BCN DBIA files ACR227.OB Publishers of "The Windmill" _...� ._, � ,.:,�., __�____ _......._ �., _ �.� �� .«_ ., w .. _ . � � .. _ __.. ��. MEMORANDUM TO: David G. Liu FROM: Doug Smith John Jorgensen DATE: Novetnher 29, 1992 RE: City of Diamond bar Monument Sign Review A92x1031 Introduction The City of Diamond 13ar has requested DKS Associates to review a Burden of Proof prepared by BCN ,Lighting &. Signs for the proposed ilistsllation of six monument signs fir a shopping center located near the intersection of Golden Springs Road and Diamond Bar Boulevard. Golden Springs Boulevard is classifiers as a niinvr arterial with two lanes of travel in each direction and a center left turn lane, Diamond Gar. Boulevard is a major a� serial with three lancs of travel in each direction wnd a raised median near the project location. Both roadways have a posted sped lllllit of 40 miles per hour and no on -street parking is allowed. The purpose of this review is to determine if the proposed height of monument signs and their locations is acceptable in relation to traffic operad-3 and safety. Tice six proposed free-standing Si ns are located near the four access points of the sfsopping center (Figure 1). The proposed signs are decorative pylon type and are 15 fit in height lord 10.5 feet in width as shown in Figure 2. The proposed sign size and location of each sign was provided by BCN Lighting and Signs. Discussion The City of Diamond Bar's current sign ordinance limits the height and sign face area for free- standing signs to 6 feet and 72 sgv:are feet, respectively. The proposed signs measure 15 feet in height with a total sign fzce area of 150 square feed. A 3.5•foot eye hei_ht is used for the average motorist as stated in the Caltrans Highway Desion Manual. Thercfora an increase in height of a frcc-standing sign from 6 feet to 15 feet doesn't effect the drivers line -of -sight or ability to sec over the sigil. Tlic Gritival factors directly effecting driver lireof sigh is' the width and location of a sign with respect to tltc. roadways. The critical movement for this study for a motorist entering the traffic stream from the driveways is the right -turn movement. A left -turn is not possible with the raised median on MEMORANDUM November 29, 1992 Page 2 Diamond Bar Boulevard and a left -turn can be accomplished with two maneuvers with the median left turn lane on Golden Springs Boulevard. The right turn movement requires the entering vehicle to safely enter the traffic stream and accelerate to match traffic flow. The AASHTO publication "A Policy on Gwmetric Design of Highways and Streets" states a minimum of 660 feet of corner sight distance is needed for a right turn movement with a design speed of 40 mite per hour. The roadway geometries and proposed sign locations were obtained from aerial photographs and plans provided by BCN Lighting & Signs. 'I7le set back for the driver on the cross road was calculated to be 15 feet frum edge of the travelled way which includes 6 feet to the stop bar; 1-foot for fire width of the stop bar, and 8 feet from front bumper to driver. Based on the information provided, the sight distance of each driveway is adequate for trattie operations. The .graphical representation of each sight distance calculation. can be found in the attached sheets. The proposed minimum scat -back for the proposed signs is 15 feet from the edge of travelled way, this will not create a sight distance problem for entering vehicles. Conclusions Drivcr input overload is an impvdant issue were too much ,information including number of signs and other visual inputs exceeds the drivers ability to comprehend the inforration as they - - proceed at tho posted spccai limit. No standards have been set on this issue and is very controversial on what the practical limits should be. Sign pollution is another related issue but duesn't directly effect traffic operations and safety. The City of Diamond Bar should address the above issues on a location -by -location basis based on local conditions including existing signing and perceived congestion. 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