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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05/13/2008PLANNING FILE COPY COMMISSION AGENDA May 13, 2008 7:00 P.M. South Coast Air Quality Management District Government Center Building - Auditorium 21865 Copley Drive Diamond Bar, CA Chairman Vice Chairman Commissioner Commissioner Commissioner Steve Nelson Tony Torng Kwang Ho Lee Kathleen Nolan Jack Shah Copies of staff reports or other written documentation relating to agenda items are on file in the Planning Division of the Community Development Department, located at 21825 Copley Drive, and are available for public inspection. If you have questions regarding an agenda item, please call (909) 839-7030 during regular business hours. 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In accordance with State Law (Brown Act), all matters to be acted on by the Commission must be posted at least 72 hours prior to the Commission meeting. In case of emergency or when a subject matter arises subsequent to the posting of the agenda, upon making certain findings, the Commission may act on item that is not on the posted agenda. INFORMATION RELATING TO AGENDAS AND ACTIONS OF THE COMMISSION Agendas for Diamond Bar Planning Commission meetings are prepared by the Planning Division of the Community Development Department. Agendas are available 72 hours prior to the meeting at City Hall and the public library, and may be accessed by personal computer at the number below. Every meeting of the Planning Commission is recorded on cassette tapes and duplicate tapes are available for a nominal charge. ADA REQUIREMENTS A cordless microphone is available for those persons with mobility impairments who cannot access the public speaking area. The service of the cordless microphone and sign language interpreter services are available by giving notice at least three business days in advance of the meeting. Please telephone (909) 839-7030 between 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Friday. HELPFUL PHONE NUMBERS Copies of Agenda, Rules of the Commission, Cassette Tapes of Meetings (909) 839-7030 General Agendas (909) 839-7030 email: info(a-ci diamond-bar.ca.us CITY OF DIAMOND BAR PLANNING COMMISSION Tuesday, May 13, 2008 AGENDA Next Resolution No. 2008-16 WORKSHOP: South Coast Air Quality Management District - Room CC -8 21865 Copley, Diamond Bar, CA CALL TO ORDER: 6:00 p.m. • Housing Element Update PUBLIC COMMENTS ADJOURNMENT: REGULAR MEETING South Coast Air Quality Management District Auditorium 21865 Copley, Diamond Bar, CA CALL TO ORDER: 7:00 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: 1. ROLL CALL: COMMISSIONERS: Chairman Steve Nelson, Vice -Chairman Tony Torng, Kwang Ho Lee, Kathy Nolan, Jack Shah 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 Secretary (Completion of this form is voluntary.) There is a five-minute maximum time limit when addressing the Planning Commission 3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: Chairman 4. 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: 4.1 Minutes of Regular Meeting: April 22, 2008. 5. OLD BUSINESS: None. MAY 13, 2008 7. NEW BUSINESS: PAGE 2 PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA 6.1 Comprehensive Sign Program No. 2007-01 — Under the authority of Development Code Section 22.36, the applicant is requesting approval of a comprehensive sign program. Project Address: 1196 Diamond Bar Blvd. Property Owner: Bank of America 3424 Peachtree Road, NE, Suite 300 Atlanta, GA 30326 Applicant: Coast Sign 1500 W. Embassy Street Anaheim, CA 92802 Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Comprehensive Sign Program, based on the Findings of Fact, and subject to the conditions of approval PUBLIC HEARING(S): 7.1 Development Review 2007-06 - Under the authority of the Diamond Bar Development Code Chapter 22.48, the applicant has requested approval of plans to construct a new three-story 7,888 square foot single-family residence with an attached 6 -car, 1,440 square foot garage. The proposed project includes the removal of twelve (12) mature trees. The subject property is zoned RR (R-1 20,000) and it contains 73,120 gross square feet of land area (1.67 acres). Project Address: 2502 Razzak Circle Property Owner: Mr. Wasif Siddique 11076 Venture Dr. Mira Loma, CA 91752 Applicant: Mr. Bob Larivee Award Winning Designs 17 Rue Du Chateau Aliso Viejo, CA 92656 MAY 13, 2008 PAGE 3 PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA 0 n Environmental Determination: This project has been reviewed for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Based on that assessment, the City has determined the project to be Categorically Exempt from CEQA as prescribed under Class 3, Section 15303(a) (new single- family construction) and Class 32, Section 15332 (infill development) of the CEQA Guidelines. Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Development Review 2007-06, based on the Findings of Fact, and subject to the conditions of approval as listed within the draft resolution. PLANNING COMMISSION COMMENTS / INFORMATIONAL ITEMS: STAFF COMMENTS / INFORMATIONAL ITEMS: 9.1 Public Hearing dates for future projects. 10. SCHEDULE OF FUTURE EVENTS: CITY COUNCIL MEETING: PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING: PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING: TRAFFIC AND TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION MEETING: 11. ADJOURNMENT: Tuesday, May 20, 2008 - 6:30 p.m. Government Center/SCAQMD Auditorium 21865 Copley Drive Thursday, May 22, 2008 Government Center/SCAQMD Hearing Board Room 21865 Copley Drive Tuesday, May 27, 2008 — 7:00 p.m. Government Center/SCAQMD Auditorium 21865 Copley Drive Thursday, June 12, 2008 Government Center/ SCAQMD Hearing Board Room 21865 Copley Drive II DffiI0_ D 1001, � ', M CITY OF DIAMOND BAR - 21825 COPLEY DRIVE - DIAMOND BAR, CA 91765 -TEL. (909) 839-7030 - FAX (909) 861-3117 DATE: May 13, 2008 TO: Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission FROM: Nancy Fong, AICP, Community Development Dir71W BY: John Douglas, Planning Consultant SUBJECT: Workshop on Draft 2008 Housing Element BACKGROUND: Every city and county in California is required by state law to update the Housing Element of the General Plan every six years (see Attachment 1). The law also requires that the Housing Element be reviewed by the State Department of Housing and Community Development ("HCD") and that HCD provide its findings regarding compliance with the law to the local agency. The Housing Element is one of the seven mandated elements of the General Plan, and establishes goals, policies, and programs related to improving and expanding the City's housing supply for all economic segments of the community. Staff and our consultant have prepared a preliminary draft Housing Element for review by the Planning Commission and City Council. The Housing Element includes the following topics: ■ An analysis of the City's demographic and housing characteristics and trends, and an evaluation of the nature and extent of specific housing needs within the City; A review of resources and opportunities related to the development and improvement of housing, especially housing that is affordable to lower-income households; An examination of potential constraints affecting the construction of new housing units, and the maintenance and improvement of the City's existing housing stock, including market mechanisms, government programs and regulations, and infrastructure constraints; and A Housing Plan, which evaluates the accomplishments of the previous Housing Element and establishes the goals, policies, programs and strategies to achieve the City's housing goals, policies and programs through 2014. A key component of the Housing Element update process is the identification of future housing needs for the 2006-2014 planning period. This process is known as the Regional Housing Needs Assessment ("RHNA"). The Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) has the responsibility for determining the number of new housing units needed to accommodate projected population growth for each city and county in the region. Diamond Bar's share of growth need is 1,090 new housing units distributed among income categories as follows: Regional Housing Growth Needs 2006-2014 Diamond Bar Very.Low" Low Moderate I Above Mod Total 284 179 188 440 1,090 Source: SCAG 2007 As part of the Housing Element Update, each city is required to analyze its future development capacity and identify an "inventory" of sufficient parcels at appropriate densities to accommodate the RHNA allocation for new housing units. A brief summary of Housing Element requirements prepared by the California Department of Housing and Community Development is also attached for the Planning Commission's review. RECOMMENDATION: Staff and our consultant will provide a brief presentation at the public hearing, followed by questions from the Commission and discussion. Because of the complexity of this issue, it is recommended that the discussion then be continued to May 27 to allow Commissioners and the public sufficient time to review the document. Following the Planning Commission workshops, the draft Housing Element will be provided to the City Council for review. Attachments: 1. State Housing Element Law overview 2. Draft Housing Element STATF OF CA[ TFORNLA RI ICTNFCC TR ANCPORTATTON AND HOi ICTN(3 A .FN('Y ARNOI D "CHWARZF EMER Governor DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Division of Housing Policy Development 180. Box 52053 Suitc 430 P.O. Box 952053 Sacramento, CA 94252-2053 (916)323-3177 FAX (916) 327-2643 STATE HOUSING ELEMENT LAW State law requires each city and county to adopt a general plan containing at least seven elements including housing. Unlike the other mandatory general plan elements, the housing element, required to be updated every five years, is subject to detailed statutory requirements and mandatory review by a State agency (Department of Housing and Community Development). Housing elements have been mandatory portions of general plans since 1969. This reflects the statutory recognition that the availability of housing is a matter of statewide importance and that cooperation between government and the private sector is critical to attainment of the State's housing goals. The regulation of the housing supply through planning and zoning powers affects the State's ability, to achieve its housing goal of "decent housing and a suitable living environment for every California family" and is critical to the State's long-term economic competitiveness. Housing element law requires local governments to adequately plan to meet their existing and projected housing needs including their share of the regional housing need. Housing element law is the State's primary market-based strategy to increase housing supply and choice. The law recognizes that in order for the private sector to adequately address housing needs and demand, local governments must adopt land - use plans and regulatory schemes that provide opportunities for, and do not unduly constrain, housing development. The Department is required to allocate the region's share of the statewide housing need to Councils of Governments (COG) based on Department of Finance population projections and regional population forecasts used in preparing regional transportation plans. The COG develops a Regional Housing Need Plan (RHNP) allocating the region's share of the statewide need to the cities and counties within the region. The RHNP should promote the following objectives to: (1) Increase the housing supply and the mix of housing types, tenure, and affordability in all cities and counties within the region in an equitable manner; (2) Promote infill development and socioeconomic equity, the protection of environmental and agricultural resources, and the encouragement of efficient development patterns; and (3) Promote an improved intraregional relationship between jobs and housing. Housing element law recognizes the most critical decisions regarding housing development occur at the local level within the context of the periodically updated general plan. The RHNP component of the general plan requires local governments to balance the need for growth, including the need for additional housing, against other competing local interests. The RHNP process of housing element law promotes the State's interest in encouraging open markets and providing opportunities for the private sector to address the State's housing demand, while leaving the ultimate decision about how and where to plan for growth at the regional and local levels. While land -use planning is fundamentally a local issue, the availability of housing is a matter of statewide importance. The RHNP process requires local governments to be accountable for ensuring that projected housing needs can be accommodated. The process maintains local control over where and what type of development should occur in local communities while providing the opportunity for the private sector to meet market demand. State Housing Element Law Page 2 In general, a housing element must at least include the following components: Q A Housing Needs Assessment including: Existing Needs - The number of households overpaying for housing, living in overcrowded conditions, or with special housing needs (e.g., the elderly, large families, homeless) the number of housing units that need rehabilitation, and assisted affordable units at -risk of converting to market - rate. Proiected Needs - The city or county's share of the regional housing need as established in the RHNP prepared by the COG. The allocation establishes the number of new units needed, by income category, to accommodate expected population growth over the planning period of the housing element. The RHNP provides a benchmark for evaluating the adequacy of local zoning and regulatory actions to ensure each local government is providing sufficient appropriately designated land and opportunities for housing development to address population growth and job generation. Q,$ A Sites Inventory and Analysis: The element must include a detailed land inventory and analysis including a sites specific inventory listing properties, zoning and general plan designation, size and existing uses; a general analysis of environmental constraints and the availability of infrastructure, and evaluation of the suitability, availability and realistic development capacity of sites to accommodate the jurisdiction's share of the regional housing need by income level. If the analysis does not demonstrate adequate sites, appropriately zoned to meet the jurisdictions share of the regional housing need, by income level, the element must include a program to provide the needed sites including providing zoning that allows owner -occupied and rental multifamily uses "by -right" with minimum densities and development standards that allow at least 16 units per site for sites needed to address the housing need for lower- income households. Q An Analysis of Constraints on Housing: Governmental - Includes land -use controls, fees and exactions, on- and off-site improvement requirements, building codes and their enforcement, permit and processing procedures, and potential constraints on the development or improvement of housing for persons with disabilities. a Housing Programs Programs are required to identify adequate sites to accommodate the locality's share of the regional housing need; assist in the development of housing for low- and moderate -income households; remove or mitigate governmental constraints; conserve and improve the existing affordable housing stock; promote equal housing opportunity; and preserve the at -risk units identified. a Quantified Objectives Estimates the maximum number of units, by income level, to be constructed, rehabilitated, and conserved over the planning period of the element. 09/31/05 Working Draft Housing Element for the period 2008-2014 May 13, 2008 Planning Commission Workshop Citv of Diamond Bar Housing Element I. Introduction 1. INTRODUCTION A. COMMUNITY CONTEXT The City of Diamond Bar is located in the southeast corner of Los Angeles County, at the intersection of Los Angeles, Orange and San Bernardino Counties. The City is situated at the eastern end of the East San Gabriel Valley, adjacent to both State Routes 57 and 60 ("Pomona Freeway") as shown in Figure 1. Diamond Bar began as Rancho Los Nogales (Rancho of the Walnut Trees) after a Spanish land grant in 1840. At its height, it was one of the largest cattle and walnut ranches in Southern California. Until the mid -20th century, this land was alternately combined and divided for various agricultural uses. In 1956, the Christiana Oil Corporation and the Capital Oil Company, a subsidiary of the Transamerica Corporation, purchased the Diamond Bar Ranch. A comprehensive development plan was prepared and approved for the City, making it one of the first master -planned communities in Los Angeles County. During the 1960s, suburban development spread eastward from the Los Angeles basin, stimulating local housing and population growth as Diamond Bar's open hillsides were replaced with homes. Despite its initial conception as a master - planned community, Diamond Bar was not developed in an orchestrated manner while it remained an unincorporated community. In March 1989, local voters approved incorporation in order to assert stricter control over local development. On April 18, 1989, Diamond Bar became the 86th city in Los Angeles County, and by 2007 has grown to a population of over 60,000 with over 18,000 housing units. The ethnic composition of Diamond Bar is distinctly different from Los Angeles County as a whole. The 2000 Census revealed that the City's largest ethnic group is Asians with about 43% of the population while whites represented 31%, compared to 12% and 31%, respectively, in Los Angeles County. Hispanics comprised about 19% of the City's residents, compared to 45% countywide. The City's population is aging; between 1980 and 2000, the median age for Diamond Bar increased from 27.5 years to 36.5 years. The senior population also grew; the share of the population aged 65 years and above increased from 2 percent to over 10 percent in 2000. In terms of actual numbers, the senior population increased from approximately 600 persons in 1980 to over 4,200 Persons in 2000_ It is anticipated that the City will continue -to experience growth in its senior population as the post -World War II "Baby Boom" generation' reaches retirement age. ' "Baby Boomers" are those born between 1946 and 1964. This year (2008) the first Boomers reached age 62. CONEXUS - 1-1 - Draft - May 5, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element I. Introduction Figure 1-1 REGIONAL LOCATION - DIAMOND BAR CONEXUS -1-2- Draft - May 5, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element I. Introduction In contrast to the size of its population, Diamond Bar has a relatively small employment base. In 2000 there were approximately 16,000 jobs in the City compared to about 18,000 housing units. Major employers include Allstate Insurance, Travelers Insurance, South Coast Air Quality Management District, and the Walnut Valley Unified School District. While the City actually lost jobs during the early 1990s like many California communities hit by recession, the Southern California Association of Governments projects a significant increase in employment between 2000 and 2020. Diamond Bar offers a variety of housing choices. Single-family detached homes account for about 71 percent of all units while multi -family units including condominiums and apartments constitute about 28 percent of the housing stock. The City also contains two mobilehome parks which comprise the remaining 2 percent of the housing stock. The housing stock generally is in good physical condition. However, four older single-family neighborhoods with units constructed during the 1960s and '70s are showing signs of aging and deferred maintenance; these neighborhoods could be the focus for potential housing rehabilitation programs. The City has one assisted housing project, The Seasons Apartments, providing 149 senior housing units, all of which are reserved for low - and moderate -income households. Housing prices for Diamond Bar remain relatively high with the median price of a resale single-family home at approximately $650,000 and median price for condominiums at approximately $370,000. Although there are relatively few apartments in Diamond Bar, representative rents for 2-bedroom/1-bath apartments is about $1,550 per month. Most of the easily buildable land in the City has already been developed, and much of the remaining land is exposed to a variety of geotechnical and topographic conditions that may constrain the development of lower-priced homes. In addition, inadequate infrastructure may also act as a constraint to residential development. The majority of future residential growth in Diamond Bar will occur in the underdeveloped northeast and southern areas. Over 700 acres of the Tres Hermanos Ranch falls within the City and is anticipated to include some multi -family housing on areas of moderate slope. Approximately 100 acres located at the southwest side of the city and within City sphere of influence is the Crestline/Diamond Canyon area. The City has processed an annexation request with Los Angeles Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) to annex the 100 acres. The area is developed with 150 single family homes. B. ROLE OF HOUSING ELEMENT Diamond Bar is faced with various important housing issues: a balance between employment and housing opportunities; a match between the supply of and demand for housing; preserving and enhancing affordability for all segments of the population; preserving the quality of the housing stock; and providing new types of housing necessary to accommodate growth and the changing CONEXUS - 1-3 - Draft - May 5, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element I. Introduction population. This Housing Element provides policies and programs to address these issues. Diamond Bar's Housing Element is a six-year plan for the period 2008 to 2014, unlike other General Plan elements which typically cover a 10- to 20 -year planning horizon. This Housing Element identifies strategies and programs that focus on: 1) conserving and improving existing affordable housing; 2) providing adequate housing sites; 3) assisting in the development of affordable housing; 4) removing governmental and other constraints to the housing development; and 5) promoting equal housing opportunities. The Diamond Bar Housing Element consists of the following major components: ■ An analysis of the City's demographic and housing characteristics and trends (Chapter II); • An evaluation of resources and opportunities available to address housing issues (Chapter III); • A review of potential market, governmental, and environmental constraints to meeting the City's identified housing needs (Chapter IV); ■ The Housing Action Plan for the 2008-2014 planning period (Chapter V); and A review of the City's accomplishments during the previous planning period (Appendix A). ■ A detailed inventory of the suitable sites for housing development (Appendix B) C. DATA SOURCES In preparing the Housing Element, various sources of information are consulted. The 2000 Census provides the basis for population and household characteristics. Although dated, the Census remains the most comprehensive and widely accepted source of information on demographic characteristics. Other sources of information are used to supplement and provide reliable updates of the 2000 Census. Population and demographic data is updated by the State Department of Finance; Housing market information, such as home sales, rents, and vacancies, has been updated with recent surveys; Local and County public and nonprofit agencies are consulted for information on special needs populations, the services available to them, and gaps in the system; Information on housing conditions based on City planning and code enforcement activities. CONEXUS -1-4- Draft - May 5, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element I. Introduction D. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION Opportunities for residents, businesses and interest groups to participate in the City's Housing Element update process were an important component of the overall program. The Planning Commission and City Council conducted public study sessions to review the preliminary draft element. These sessions were advertised to the public. Copies of the preliminary draft element were disseminated for review throughout the community at locations including City Hall, local libraries, and community boards in order to make citizens aware of the availability of the Housing Element, the, City placed advertisements in two daily publications, the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin and the San Gabriel valley Tribune News. The following issues were raised during these public meetings: <to be inserted> + Issue + Issue + Issue Following the public study session meetings, the draft Housing Element was submitted to the State Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) for review. The element was then revised to respond to HCD comments and the draft element was reviewed at public hearings held before the Planning Commission and the City Council prior to final adoption. Notices of all public hearings were posted in the local newspaper and meetings are televised to provide broader outreach to the community. E. RELATIONSHIP TO OTHER GENERAL PLAN ELEMENTS The City of Diamond Bar General Plan consists of six elements: 1) Land Use; 2) Housing; 3) Resource Management; 4) Public Health and Safety; 5) Circulation; and 6) Public Services and Facilities. This Housing Element builds upon the other General Plan elements and is consistent with the policies and proposals set forth by the Plan. Examples of inter -element consistency include: residential development capacities established in the Land Use Element are incorporated within the Housing Element, and the discussion of environmental constraints in the Housing Element is based upon information from the Resource Management and Public Health and Safety elements. As the General Plan is amended over time, the Housing Element will be reviewed for consistency, and amended as necessary to maintain an internally consistent Plan. CONEXUS - 1-5 - Draft - May 5, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element I. Introduction SB 1087 of 2005 requires cities to provide a copy of their Housing Elements to local water and sewer providers, and also requires that these agencies provide priority hookups for developments with lower-income housing. The draft Housing Element was provided to these agencies for review, and the final document was provided to them upon adoption by the City Council. CONEXUS - 1-6 - Draft - May 5, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element II. Housing Needs Assessment II. HOUSING NEEDS ASSESSMENT Diamond Bar lies in southeastern Los Angeles County, approximately 28 miles east of Los Angeles. Diamond Bar's recorded history began with a Mexican land grant. On March 30, 1840, Governor Juan Alvarado deeded 4,340 acres, which included Brea Canyon and the eastern Walnut Valley, to Jose de la Luz Linares, who founded Rancho Los Nogales, or Ranch of the Walnut Trees. Over time, and as the United States government took over California, Rancho Los Nogales was divided and sold into multiple land ranches, the largest of which was the Diamond Bar Ranch. The entire Diamond Bar Ranch was acquired by the Transamerica Corporation in the 1950s for the purpose of developing one of the nation's first master -planned communities. The new community, which would eventually house approximately 50,000 people, was named Diamond Bar. The City of Diamond Bar was incorporated on April 18, 1989. Diamond Bar has a Population of approximately 60,207 today. Diamond Bar is approximately 14.9 square miles in area and is surrounded by the cities of Pomona to the north, Industry to the northwest, the unincorporated community of Rowland Heights to the west, the Firestone Boy Scout Reservation in unincorporated Los Angeles County to the south, and Chino Hills to the east. The population's median household income in 2000 was $68,871. The 2000 Census' indicated Diamond Bar's median household income was 63 percent higher than that of Los Angeles County ($42,189) and 50 percent higher than California as a whole ($47,493). This chapter examines general population and household characteristics and trends, such as age, race and ethnicity, employment, household composition and size, household income, and special needs. Characteristics of the existing housing stock (e.g., number of units and type, tenure, age and condition, costs) are also addressed. Finally, the City's projected housing growth needs based on the 2007 Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA) are examined. The Housing Needs Assessment utilizes the most recent data from the 2000 U.S. Ceinsus2, California Department of Finance (DOF), California Employment Development Department (EDD), Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) and other relevant sources. Supplemental data was obtained through field surveys and from private vendors. 1 2000 Census, SF3 Table P53 2 Although some more recent Census estimates exist, the 2000 Decennial Census is the most widely - accepted benchmark for demographic analysis. CONEXUS - II -1 - Draft - May 5, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element II. Housing Needs Assessment A. Population Characteristics 1. Population Growth Trends Diamond Bar was incorporated in 1989, and its territory was mostly developed by that time. From 1990-2000, the city's population grew by approximately 4.9 percent. From 2000 to 2007 the city grew about 7.0 percent to an estimated population of 60,207 (see Table II -1 and Figure 11-1 ). The city's 2007 population represents approximately 0.6 percent of the county's total population of 10,331,939. Table II -1 Population Trends 1990-2007 Diamond Bar vs. Los Angeles County Growth I Growth 1990 2000 2007 1 1990-2000 2000-2007 Diamond Bar 53,672 56,287 60,207 4.9°k 7.0% Los Angeles County 8,863,164 9,519,338 10,331,939 7.4% 8.5% Sources: 2000 Census; Carrf. Dept of Finance Table E -f (2007) Figure II -1 Population Growth 1990 - 2007 City of Diamond Bar vs. Los Angeles County 20%w Diamond Bar Cc 10% a Y ■ LACounty s 5% 0% h . 1990-2000 2000-2007 1990-2007 Sources: US Census 2000, California Deparrmenr or nncw ic.c iuvIc L_I-, I 2. Age Housing needs are influenced by the age characteristics of the population. Different age groups require different accommodations based on lifestyle, family type, income level, and housing preference. Table II -2 provides a comparison of the city's and county's population by age group in 2000. This table shows that Diamond Bar is a family-oriented city, with children under 18 representing 38 CONEXUS -11-2- Draft - May 5, 2008 of Diamond Bar Housing Element II. Housing Needs Assessment percent of the population. A striking statistic is the proportion of young adults (25-44) - less than 2 percent of the city's population compared to 33 percent of the county as a whole. The median age of the city's population is approximately 4.5 years older than the county median. Table II -2 Age Distribution Source: 2000 Census, Table QT -P1 3. Race and Ethnicity The: racial and ethnic composition of the city differs significantly from the county in that a larger proportion of city residents are Asian. Approximately 36 percent of city residents are Asian, contrasted with 14 percent for the county as a whole. Non -Hispanic Whites make up the next largest percentage of the population at 41 percent, compared to 49 percent for the county as a whole. The percentage of Hispanics or Latinos residing in the city, at 18.5 percent, is substantially less than the county as a whole (Table 11-3). Table II -3 Race/Ethnicity Diamond Bar Los Angel s County Age Group Persons % Persons % Under 18 years 15,183 37.7% 2,667,976 28.0% 18 to 24 years 4,956 12.3% 980,657 10.3% 25 to 44 years 641 1.6% 3,099,200 32.6% 45 to 64 years 15,295 38.0% 1,844,832 19.4% 65 to 74 years 2,636 6.5% 492,833 5.2% 75 to 84 1,286 3.2% 324,693 3.4% 85 and over 291 0.7% 109,147 1.1% Total 40,288 100.0% 9,519,338 100.0% Median Age 36.5 100.0% 32.0 Source: 2000 Census, Table QT -P1 3. Race and Ethnicity The: racial and ethnic composition of the city differs significantly from the county in that a larger proportion of city residents are Asian. Approximately 36 percent of city residents are Asian, contrasted with 14 percent for the county as a whole. Non -Hispanic Whites make up the next largest percentage of the population at 41 percent, compared to 49 percent for the county as a whole. The percentage of Hispanics or Latinos residing in the city, at 18.5 percent, is substantially less than the county as a whole (Table 11-3). Table II -3 Race/Ethnicity Sources: 2000 Census,SF1 Table QT -P3 CONEXUS - II -3 - Draft - May 5, 2008 Diamond Bar Los Angeles County Persons % Persons % Not Hispanic or Latino 45,894 81.5% 5,277,125 55.4% -White 17,471 31.0% 2,959,614 31.1% -Black or African American 2,624 4.7% 901,472 9.5% -American IndianlAlaska Native 98 0.2% 25,609 0.3% -Asian 23,922 42.5% 1,124,569 11.8% -Native HawaiianlPacific Islander 62 0.1% 23,265 0.2% -Other races or 2+ races 1,717 3.1% 242,596 2.5% Hispanic or Latino (any race) 10,393 18.5% 4,242,213 44.6% Total 56,287 100.0% 1 9,519,338 1 100.0% Sources: 2000 Census,SF1 Table QT -P3 CONEXUS - II -3 - Draft - May 5, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element II. Housing Needs Assessment B. Household Characteristics 1. Household Composition and Size Household characteristics are important indicators of the type and size of housing needed in a city. The Census defines a "household" as all persons occupying a housing unit, which may include single persons living alone, families related through marriage or blood, or unrelated persons sharing a single unit. Persons in group quarters such as dormitories, retirement or convalescent homes, or other group living situations are included in population totals, but are not considered households. Table II -4 provides a comparison of households by type for the city and Los Angeles County as a whole, as reported in the 2000 Census. Family households comprised approximately 84 percent of all households in the city, about 16 percentage points higher than the county, where families encompassed approximately 68 percent of all households. There are far fewer non -family households in Diamond Bar than the County as a whole (16.1 percent city vs. 31.8 percent county) as well as singles living alone (12.5 percent city vs. 24.6 percent county). The city's average household size of 3.18 is slightly higher than Los Angeles County as a whole (2.98). These statistics suggest that that the need for large units in Diamond Bar may be slightly higher than other areas of the county. Table II -4 Household Composition Diamond Bar Sources: US Census 2000, SH Tables P18 & H12 2. Housing Tenure Housing tenure (owner vs. renter) is an impfrUant indicnits atore f theoth for housing i rent market. Communities need an adequate supply o d for sale in order to accommodate a range of households with varying income, family size and composition, and lifestyle. Table II -5 provides a comparison of the number of owner -occupied and renter -occupied units in the city in 2000 as CONEXUS - II -4 - Draft - May 5, 2008 17,651 100.0% 3,133,774 100.0% Total Households 14,801 83.9% 2,136,977 68.2% Families under 18 6,537 37.0% 811,522 25.9% -w/children Non -family households 2,850 16.1% 12.5% 996,797 771,584 31.8% 24.6% -Sinale living alone 2,201 1 ^ ^^ Sources: US Census 2000, SH Tables P18 & H12 2. Housing Tenure Housing tenure (owner vs. renter) is an impfrUant indicnits atore f theoth for housing i rent market. Communities need an adequate supply o d for sale in order to accommodate a range of households with varying income, family size and composition, and lifestyle. Table II -5 provides a comparison of the number of owner -occupied and renter -occupied units in the city in 2000 as CONEXUS - II -4 - Draft - May 5, 2008 Of Diamond Bar Housing Element II. Housing Needs Assessment compared to the county as a whole. It reveals that the level of homeownership for the city (83 percent) is much higher than that for the county as a whole. Table II -5 Household Tenure Source: 2000 Census, H7 3. Overcrowding Overcrowding is often closely related to household income and the cost of housing. The U.S. Census Bureau considers a household to be overcrowded when there is more than one person per room, excluding bathrooms and kitchens, and severely overcrowded when there are more than 1.5 occupants per room. Table II -6 summarizes the incidence of overcrowding for Diamond Bar as compared to Los Angeles County as a whole. Table II -6 Overcrowdina Diamond Bar Diamond Bar Los Angeles County Tenure Households Units % Units % Owner Occupied 100.0% 14,596 83% 1,499,694 48% Renter Occupied 92,678 3,050 17% 1,634,080 52% Total occupied units 7.4% 17,646 100% 3,133,774 100% Source: 2000 Census, H7 3. Overcrowding Overcrowding is often closely related to household income and the cost of housing. The U.S. Census Bureau considers a household to be overcrowded when there is more than one person per room, excluding bathrooms and kitchens, and severely overcrowded when there are more than 1.5 occupants per room. Table II -6 summarizes the incidence of overcrowding for Diamond Bar as compared to Los Angeles County as a whole. Table II -6 Overcrowdina Source: 2000 Census, SF -3 Table H2O As of 2000, overcrowding was more prevalent among renters than for owner - occupied units. Approximately 18 percent of the city's renter -occupied households were overcrowded compared to 7 percent of owner -occupied households. 4. Household Income Household income is a primary factor affecting housing needs in a community. According to the 2000 Census, the median household income in Diamond Bar CONEXUS - II -5 - Draft - May 5, 2008 Diamond Bar Los Angeles County Household Type Households Percent Households Percent Owner -Occupied 14,596 100.0% 1,499,694 100.0% Overcrowded 745 5.1% 92,678 6.2% Severely overcrowded 276 1.9% 111,667 7.4% Renter -Occupied 3,050 100.0% 1,634,080 100.0% Overcrowded 336 11.0% 156,416 9.6% Severely overcrowded 221 7.2% 359,608 22.0% Source: 2000 Census, SF -3 Table H2O As of 2000, overcrowding was more prevalent among renters than for owner - occupied units. Approximately 18 percent of the city's renter -occupied households were overcrowded compared to 7 percent of owner -occupied households. 4. Household Income Household income is a primary factor affecting housing needs in a community. According to the 2000 Census, the median household income in Diamond Bar CONEXUS - II -5 - Draft - May 5, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element II. Housing Needs Assessment was $68,871 approximately 63 percent higher than the Los Angeles County median income of $42,189 (Table II -7). Table II -7 Median Household Income Los Angeles County and Cities Median I % Jurisdiction Industry West Covina La Habra Heights La Puente Pomona Walnut San Dimas Los A�Co Source: 2000 Census, SF3 Table P53 5. Overpayment Household Income $49,423 $53,002 $101,080 $41,222 $40,021 $81,015 $62,885 $42,189 $47,493 of County Median Income 163% 117% 126% 240% 98% 95% 192% 149% 10 113% According to State housing policy, overpaying occurs when housing costs exceed 30 percent of gross household income. Table II -8 displays estimates for overpayment in 1999 by lower-income households. According to SCAG, 53.7 percent of all lower-income renter households and 66.4 percent of all lower- income owner households in Diamond Bar were overpaying for housing. Very low income owners appeared to suffer the greatest cost burden, with 75.7 percent of this category overpaying for housing. Although homeowners enjoy income and property tax deductions and other benefits that help to compensate for high housing costs, lower-income homeowners may need to defer maintenance or repairs due to limited funds, which can lead to deterioration. For lower-income renters, severe cost burdens can require families to double up resulting in overcrowding and related problems. CONEXUS - II -6 - Draft - May 5, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element II. Housing Needs Assessment Table II -8 Overpayment by Income Category - Diamond Bar Source: SCAG 2006 based on 2000 Census C. Employment Employment is an important factor affecting housing needs within a community. The jobs available in each employment sector and the wages for these jobs affect the type and size of housing residents can afford. 1. Current Employment Current employment and projected job growth have a significant influence on housing needs during this planning period. Table II -9 shows that the city had a workforce of 28,401 persons, or 66 percent of the working -age population, as reported in the 2000 Census. This table shows that the characteristics of the city's population are similar to those countywide. The proportion of the working age population in the labor force for Diamond Bar is slightly higher than that of the county. in addition, the percentage of residents receiving social security income is 5.8 percent for Diamond Bar compared to 8.7 percent for the county. Approximately 3 percent of city residents worked at home, and about 34 percent were not in the labor force. Table II -9 Labor Force -Diamond Bar vs. Los Anaeles Count Diamond Bar Renters Owners % Income Category Households Percent Households Percent Extremely low households 425 60.5% 3.1% 39.5% 8.7% 530 1 43,044 Households overpaying 200 47.1% 310 58.5% Very low households 260 515 Households overpaying 170 65.4% 390 75.7% Low households 385 1,065 Households overpaying 205 53.2% 700 65.7% All lower-income households 1,070 2,110 Households overpaying 575 53.7% 1,400 66.4% Source: SCAG 2006 based on 2000 Census C. Employment Employment is an important factor affecting housing needs within a community. The jobs available in each employment sector and the wages for these jobs affect the type and size of housing residents can afford. 1. Current Employment Current employment and projected job growth have a significant influence on housing needs during this planning period. Table II -9 shows that the city had a workforce of 28,401 persons, or 66 percent of the working -age population, as reported in the 2000 Census. This table shows that the characteristics of the city's population are similar to those countywide. The proportion of the working age population in the labor force for Diamond Bar is slightly higher than that of the county. in addition, the percentage of residents receiving social security income is 5.8 percent for Diamond Bar compared to 8.7 percent for the county. Approximately 3 percent of city residents worked at home, and about 34 percent were not in the labor force. Table II -9 Labor Force -Diamond Bar vs. Los Anaeles Count CONEXUS - II -7 - Draft - May 5, 2008 Diamond Bar Los Angeles County Persons % Persons % In labor force -Work at home Not in labor force -With social security income 28,401 801 14,643 1 21498 66.0% 2.8% 34.0% 5.8% 4,312,264 134,643 2,810,261 618,121 60.5% 3.1% 39.5% 8.7% Total population age 16+ 1 43,044 7,122,525 'F7777 -777, Source: 2000 Census, DP -3 CONEXUS - II -7 - Draft - May 5, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element II. Housing Needs Assessment in 2000, approximately 47 percent of the city's working residents were employed in management and professional occupations (Table II -10). A significant percentage of workers (32.1 percent) were employed in sales and office related occupations. Approximately 8 percent were employed in service related occupations such as waiters, waitresses and beauticians. Blue collar occupations such as machine operators, assemblers, farming, transportation, handlers and laborers constituted 12.7 percent of the workforce. Table 11-10 Employment by occupation - Diamond Bar Jobs I Percent Management, professional and related 12,709 47.4 Service 2,073 8, 7.7 321 Sales and office 26 26 0.1 Farming, fishing and forestry 1,364 5.1 Construction, extraction, and maintenance 0.4% Prnrinnfinn_ tranSDOrtation, and material moving 2,015 7.5 Census, DP -3 According to the 2000 Census, 73 percent of employed Diamond Bar residents worked in Los Angeles County, and approximately 13 percent of all workers were employed within the city limits (Table II -11). Table II -11 Job Location for Diamond Bar Residents Work in Los Angeles CountyaCountY15,838 176 73.0% Work in city of residence338 12.7% -Work elsewhere in Los Angel 60.3% Work in another CA county999 26.6% Work outside California09 0.4% Source: 2000 Census, SF3 Tables P26 6 P27 According to the Southern California Association of Governments' 2004 Growth Forecast, there were a total of 16,128 jobs in Diamond Bar in 2000. With a total housing stock of 17,959 units, the City's jobs/housing balance was about 0.9 jobs per dwelling in 2000. 2. Projected Job Growth Future housing needs are affected by the number and type of new jobs created during this planning period. Table II -12 shows projected job growth by occupation for the Los Angeles -Long Beach -Glendale MSA (Los Angeles County) CONEXUS - II -8 - Draft - May 5, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element If. Housing Needs Assessment along with median hourly wages for the period 2004-2014. Total employment in Los Angeles County is expected to grow by 10.3 percent between 2004 and 2014. The overall growth is expected to add 450,500 new jobs and bring the employment of Los Angeles County to about 4,81 1,500 by 2014. Generally, residents that are employed in well -paying occupations have less difficulty obtaining adequate housing than residents in low-paying occupations. Table II -12 illustrates the growth trend in low-wage service jobs such as health care support, food preparation and serving, cleaning and maintenance, sales, and office/administrative support. CONEXUS - II -9 - Draft - May 5, 2008 Table II -12 Projected Job Growth by Occupation 2004-2014 Los Angeles -Long Beach -Glendale Metropolitan Statistical Area Occupational Title Annual Average Employment 2004 2014 Employment Change Numerical I Percent Median Hourly Mage' Total, All Occupations 4,361,D00 4,811,500 450,500 10.3 $15.45 Management Occupations 244,980 274,560 29,580 12.1 $43.D6 Business and Financial Operations Occupations 194,650 223,170 28,520 14.7 $27.D2 Computer and Mathematical Occupations 83,360 98,520 15,160 18.2 $33.17 Architecture and Engineering Occupations 75,510 81,000 5,490 7.3 $35.38 Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations 33,530 38,700 5,170 15.4 $28.07 Community and Social Services Occupations 47,990 55,790 7,800 16.3 $18.81 Legal Occupations 45,540 50,770 5,230 11.5 $41.69 Education, Training, and Library Occupations 284,960 343,250 58,290 20.5 $21.79 Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occupations 224,070 248,600 24,530 10.9 $18.32 Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations 177,920 217,340 39,420 22.2 $30.25 Healthcare Support Occupations 89,460 113,730 24,270 27.1 $11.29 Prolective Service Occupations 105,410 117,740 12,330 11.7 $14.42 Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations 298,050 359,200 61,150 20.5 $8.33 Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance Occupations 117,930 133,020 15,090 12.8 $9.94 Personal Care and Service Occupations 1D7,160 122,360 15,200 14.2 $9.72 Sales and Related Occupations 438,170 487,690 49,520 11.3 $12.27 Office and Administrative Support Occupations 815,450 842,290 26,840 3.3 $14.29 Fanning, Fishing, and Forestry Occupations 10,520 11,260 740 7.0 $8.72 Construction and Extraction Occupations 160,35D 173,240 12,890 8.0 $19.21 Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations 136,08D 146,450 10,370 7.6 $18.72 Production Occupations 353,8801 323,430 -30,450 -8.6 $10.45 ranspo a ion an a ena ovingccupa ions 316,0701 349,400 33,3T0_10.5___$_ Source: California Employment Development Dept, March 2005 Benchmark '2006 wages _ CONEXUS - II -9 - Draft - May 5, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element II. Housing Needs Assessment D. Housing Stock Characteristics This section presents an evaluation of the characteristics of the community's housing stock and helps in identifying and prioritizing needs. The factors evaluated include the number and type of housing units, recent growth trends, age and condition, tenure, vacancy, housing costs, affordability, and assisted affordable units at -risk of loss due to conversion to market -rate. A housing unit is defined as a house, apartment, mobile home, or group of rooms, occupied as separate living quarters, or if vacant, intended for occupancy as separate living quarters. �. Housing Type and Growth Trends As of 2000, the housing stock in Diamond Bar was comprised mostly of single- family detached homes, which made up about 70 percent of all units, while multi -family units comprised about 14 percent of the total. About 14 percent of units were single-family attached (condo) units and the city's housing stock contained 333 mobile home units. Table II -13 provides a breakdown of the housing stock by type along with growth trends for the city compared to the county as a whole for the period 2000 - 2007. source: Cal. Dept. of Finance, Table E-5, 2007 California Department of Finance data indicates that between 2000 and 2007, single-family detached homes represented approximately 91 percent of all new units added to Diamond Bar's housing stock and 40 percent of all units added to the county as a whole. Single-family attached units contributed 9 percent of the CONEXUS - II -10 - Draft - May 5, 2008 Table II -13 Housing by Type Diamond Bar vs. Los Angeles County 2000 2007 Growth Units %� % ° UnitsUmts Structure Type DrH 12,606 10% 12,89 71% 267 91% Single family detached 2,501 14% 2,531 14% 3D 9% Single-family attached 82 5% 0 0% Multi -family 2-4 units 823 5% 9% 1,69 9% 0 0% Multi -family 5+ units 1,696 333 2% 33 2% 0 0% Mobile homes 17,959 0 10010 100% 31711 100% Total units 49% 1,638,521 48% 45,072 4D% Single-family detached 1,593,449 241,575 7% 243,978 7% 2,403 2% Single-family attached 287,511 9% 291,406 9°/, 3,895 3% Multi -family 2-4 units 1,091,766 33% 1,151,750 34% 59,984 54% Multi -family 5+ units 56,605 2% 56,701 2% 96 0% Mobile homes 3,270,9061 °111,450 100 /0 3,382,356 100% 100% Total units source: Cal. Dept. of Finance, Table E-5, 2007 California Department of Finance data indicates that between 2000 and 2007, single-family detached homes represented approximately 91 percent of all new units added to Diamond Bar's housing stock and 40 percent of all units added to the county as a whole. Single-family attached units contributed 9 percent of the CONEXUS - II -10 - Draft - May 5, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element II. Housing Needs Assessment growth within Diamond Bar and 2 percent of the growth in the county as a whole. No multi -family units were built in Diamond Bar during this period, while 57 percent of new units in the county were multi -family. A more detailed breakdown of recent new construction in Diamond Bar is provided in Appendix A, Table A-2. 2. Housing Age and Conditions Housing age is often an important indicator of housing condition. Housing units built prior to 1978 before stringent limits on the amount of lead in paint were imposed may have interior or exterior building components coated with lead- based paint. Housing units built before 1970 are the most likely to need rehabilitation and to have lead-based paint in a deteriorated condition. Lead- based paint becomes hazardous to children under age six and to pregnant women when it peels off walls or is pulverized by windows and doors opening and closing. Table II -14 shows the age distribution of the housing stock in Diamond Bar compared to Los Angeles County as a whole. Table II -14 Aae of Housing Stock by Tenure Source: 2000 Census H36 CONEXUS - II -1 1 - Draft - May 5, 2008 Diamond Bar Los Angeles County , Year Built T Units % Units Owner occupied 14,596 100% 1,499,694 1000% i 1990 or later 1980 89 - 735 5% 101,563 7% W 6,176 42% 173,413 12% _ 1970-79 4,459 31% — 185,447 121/6 f 1960-69� 1950-59 2,905 213 20% 1% _ 222,641 ---- 403,784 N 150/6 .-------____.: 270/6 ~140/D �^ '4-1940-49 44 - 0% 209,298 �-203,548 1939 or earlier 64 0% 14% Renter occupied 3,050 100% 1,634,080 100% 1990 or later 362 120/0 109,917 7% 1980-89 1,402 46% 214,549 � 13% 1970-79 946 _ 31% -� 302,095 18% - 1960-69 � 298 10% _-_ 333,517 ._ 20% .__..._18% -_... 1950-59 _.....�.M.__._....__._.____ 40 �- 1°1° 296,342 1940-09 1939 or earlier 2 0 0% 0% 175,275 200,384 11% 12% Source: 2000 Census H36 CONEXUS - II -1 1 - Draft - May 5, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element II. Housing Needs Assessment This table shows that the majority of the owner -occupied housing units in Diamond Bar were constructed after 1970 (78 percent). In addition, a large percentage of the rented units in Diamond Bar were constructed after 1970 (89 percent). These findings suggest that there may be a need for maintenance and rehabilitation, including remediation of lead-based paint, for approximately 21 percent of the owner -occupied units and 11 percent of the renter -occupied units within the city's housing stock. Table II -15a Kitchen and Plumbing Facilities by Tenure Diamond Bar I Los Angeles County Units I % I units I % Complete kitchen facilities 14,568 99.8% 1,493,930 1 99.6% Lacking complete kitchen facilities 28 0.2% 1 5,764 - 0.4% Complete kitchen facilities 3,032 99.4% 1,593,5zz 91.5 i° Lacking complete kitchen facilities 18 1 0.6% 40,558 1 2_5% Complete plumbing facilities �4,536)'�31.1°% 1,492,247 99.5% Lacking complete plumbingfacilities0 0.4% 7,447 0.5% Complete plumbing facilities a,w l .7.7.'t 1U Lacking complete plumbing facilities 19 0.6% 23,841 1.5% Source: 2000 Census H48, H51 Table II -15a identifies the number of owner -occupied and renter -occupied housing units lacking complete kitchen or plumbing facilities in the city and the county as a whole. This table shows that renter -occupied housing units are more likely to lack complete plumbing and kitchen facilities than owner -occupied units. Only 0.4 percent of owner -occupied units lack complete plumbing as opposed to 0.6 percent of renter -occupied units. Additionally, only 0.2 percent of owner -occupied units lack complete kitchen facilities while 0.6 percent of renter -occupied units lack complete kitchen facilities. The lack of complete kitchen or plumbing facilities is often an indicator of serious problems, although housing units may need rehabilitation even though they have complete kitchens and plumbing facilities. The majority of Diamond Bar's housing stock is in good condition. However, the City's Neighborhood Improvement Office has identified four older neighborhoods characterized by older housing which is beginning to exhibit signs of deferred maintenance such as peeling paint, worn roofs, and cracked asphalt driveways. Table 15b summarizes the physical problem conditions of these older residential neighborhoods. The Action Plan establishes a program directed at improving housing stock in these areas through targeted CoNExus - II -12 - Draft - May 5, 2008 Citv of Diamond Bar Housing Element II. Housing Needs Assessment rehabilitation assistance for eligible homeowners. Citywide, less than 100 units are estimated to need rehabilitation, and no units require replacement. Table 15b Residential Neighborhoods with Housing Rehabilitation Needs Neighborhood Characteristics Problem Conditions #1 Northwest Diamond Bar: Happy - Land use: single-family residential Deferred maintenance Hollow/Sunset Crossing/Prospectors -Constructed 1962 -1973 Cracked asphalt driveways #2 Northwest Diamond Bar: - Land use: single-family residential Deferred maintenance Ballena/Las inolPinto Mesa -Constructed 1964 -1967 - Cracked asphalt driveways #3 Central Diamond Bar: Land use: single-family residential - Deferred maintenance Moonlake/Northham ton Constructed 1965 —1979 - Cracked asphalt driveways #4 Central Diamond Bar Land use: single-family residential - Deferred maintenance Castle Rock/Pathfinder Constructed ca. 1964 - Cracked asphalt driveways Source: Cirty of Diamond Bar, Office of Code Enforcement, May 2008 3. Vacancy Housing vacancy rates as reported in the 2000 Census are shown in Table II -16. The table shows that vacancy rates in the city were relatively low, with 1.9 percent of rental units and 0.7 percent of for -sale units available for rent or sale, respectively. The vacancy rate for the county was at 3.3 percent for rental units and 1.6 percent for for -sale housing. Rental vacancy rates in the 2 percent range indicate nearly full occupancy, and contribute to upward pressures on rents. Table II -16 Housing Vacancy Diamond Bar vs. Los Angeles County Source: 2000 Census, Table QT -H1 Notes: 'Est. % of all rental units "Est % of all for -sale units CONEXUS - II -13 - Draft - May 5, 2008 Diamond Bar Los Angeles County Units % Units % Total housing units 17,959 100.0% 3,270,909 100.0% Occupied units 17,651 98.3% 3,133,774 95.8% -Owner occupied 14,572 81.1% 1,499,744 45.9% -Renter occupied 3,079 17.1% 1,634,030 50.0% Vacant units 3D8 1.7% 137,135 4.2% -For rent` 60 1.9% 56,089 3.3% -For sale' 99 0.7% 23,874 1.6% -Rented or sold, not occupied 55 0.3% 11,716 0.4% -For seasonal or occasional use 43 0.2% 13,565 0.4% -For migrant workers 0 0.0% 68 0.0% -Other vacant 51 0.3% 1 31,823 1.0% Source: 2000 Census, Table QT -H1 Notes: 'Est. % of all rental units "Est % of all for -sale units CONEXUS - II -13 - Draft - May 5, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element N. Housing Needs Assessment 4. Housing Cost a, Housing Affordability Criteria State law establishes five income categories for purposes of housing programs based on the area (i.e., county) median income ("AMI"): extremely -low (30% or less of AMI), very -low (31-50% of AMI), low (51-80% of AMI), moderate (81-120% of AMI) and above moderate (over 120% of AMI). Housing affordability is based on the relationship between household income and housing expenses. According to HUD and the California Department of Housing and Community Development3, housing is considered "affordable" if the monthly payment is no more than 30% of a household's gross income. In some areas (such as Los Angeles County), these income limits may be increased to adjust for high housing costs. Table II -17 shows affordable rent levels and estimated affordable purchase prices for housing in Diamond Bar (and Los Angeles County)4 by income category. Based on state -adopted standards, the maximum affordable monthly rent for extremely -low-income households is $555, while the maximum affordable rent for very -low-income households is $925. The maximum affordable rent for low-income households is $1,480, while the maximum for moderate -income households is $1,412. Maximum purchase prices are more difficult to determine due to variations in mortgage interest rates and qualifying procedures, down payments, special tax assessments, homeowner association fees, property insurance rates, etc. With this caveat, the maximum home purchase prices by income category shown in Table II -17 have been estimated based on typical conditions. Table II -17 Income Categories and Affordable Housing Costs Los Angeles Count 2007 County Median Income = Extremely Low (<30%) Very Low (31-50%) Low (51-80%) Moderate (81-120%) Above moderate 120` Income -Based Affordable Affordable Limits Rent Price (est.) $22,200 $555 $60,000 $37,000 $925 $96,000 $59,200 $1,480 $150,000 $67,800 $1,695 $215,000 567.800+ $1,695+ 215,000 $215,00- -Based on a iamily of 4 -30% of gross income for rent or PITI .10% down payment, 6.25% interest, 1.25% taxes & insurance, $200 HOA dues Source: Cal. HCD; Conexus 3 HCD memo of 4/18/07 (http://www.hcd.co.gov/hpd/hrc/rep/state/inc2k7.pdf) 4 Affordable rent and purchase prices are based on county median income. CONEXUS - II -14 - Draft - May 5, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element 11. Housing Needs Assessment b. For -Sale Housing Housing sales price statistics for the period January 2006 through August 2007 (Table II -18) show that all new homes (both single-family detached and condo) sold for more than $475,000, and nearly all resale single family homes sold for more than $500,000 during this period. Condos were more affordable, with a median price of $367,500. Table II -18 Housing Sales Price Distribution Diamond Bar 2006-07 Notes: Data for Jan 2006 through Aug 2007 Source: DataQuick Information Systems Based on the estimated affordable purchase prices shown in Table II -17, only a very small percentage of for -sale condo units were affordable to moderate - income residents, and none were affordable to lower-income households. These data illustrate the fact that public subsidies are required to reduce sales prices to a level that is affordable to low- and moderate -income buyers. At a median price of $367,500, there is a "gap" of over $150,000 between the market price and the maximum price a moderate -income household can afford to pay for a condo. For low-income households, this gap is over $217,000. These statistics illustrate why affordable housing strategies generally focus on rental rather than ownership housing. CONEXUS - II -15 - Draft - May 5, 2008 New Resale Price (All) % Condo % SFD % Under $150,000 0 0.0% 1 0.5% 0 0.0% $150,000-174,999 0 0.0% 0 0.0% 0 0.0% $175,000-199,999 0 0.0% 1 0.5% 0 0.0% $200,000-224,999 0 0.0% 0 0.0% 0 0.0% $225,000-249,999 0 0.0% 1 0.5% 0 0.0% $250,000-274,999 0 0..0% 2 1.0% 0 0.0% $275,000-299,999 0 0.0% 10 5.1% 1 0.4% $300,000-324,999 0 0.0% 28 14.1% 0 0.0% $325,000-349,999 0 0.0% 35 17.7% 0 0.0% $350,000-374,999 0 0.0% 16 8.1% 0 0.0% $375,000-399,999 0 0.0% 35 17.7% 0 0.0% $400,000-424,999 0 0.0% 10 5.1% 0 0.0% $425,000-449,999 0 0.0% 18 9.1% 1 0.4% $450,000-474,999 0 0.0% 9 4.5% 0 0.0% $475,000-499,999 1 50.0% 4 2.0% 5 1.8% $500,000+ 1 50.0% 28 14.1% 267 97.4% Total 2 100.0% 198 100.0% 274 100.0% Median 1 $638,5001 1 $367,5001 1 $650,000 Notes: Data for Jan 2006 through Aug 2007 Source: DataQuick Information Systems Based on the estimated affordable purchase prices shown in Table II -17, only a very small percentage of for -sale condo units were affordable to moderate - income residents, and none were affordable to lower-income households. These data illustrate the fact that public subsidies are required to reduce sales prices to a level that is affordable to low- and moderate -income buyers. At a median price of $367,500, there is a "gap" of over $150,000 between the market price and the maximum price a moderate -income household can afford to pay for a condo. For low-income households, this gap is over $217,000. These statistics illustrate why affordable housing strategies generally focus on rental rather than ownership housing. CONEXUS - II -15 - Draft - May 5, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element II. Housing Needs Assessment C. Rental Housing Table II -19 shows current (2007) market data for rental apartments in Diamond Bar based on recent surveys of large complexes. The table shows that the average rent for all surveyed units in Diamond Bar is $1,626 per month, which is substantially higher than the countywide averages of $1,360. Table II -19 Rental Market Summary Diamond Bar ALL $1,626 1bd 1bth $1,546 2bd lbth $1,548 ALL o00 1 bd 1 bth 762 2bd 1 bth 923 2bd 2bth 973 1 bd 1 bth $2.03 2bd Ibth $1.68 ?hrt 2hth $1.88 Average Year taunt Source: DataQuick, 9107 When market rents are compared to the amounts lower-income households can afford to pay (Table II -17), it is clear that very -low- and extremely -low-income households have a difficult time finding housing without overpaying. The gap between market rent for a typical 2 -bedroom 1 -bath apartment ($1,548) and affordable rent at the very -low-income level is about $620 per month, while the gap at the extremely -low-income level is nearly $1,000 per month. However, at the low-income and moderate -income levels, households are much more likely io find affordable rentals. 5 CNN/Money.com, 2/7/07 (hitp:/Imoney.cnn.com/2007/02/07/real_estate/most_expensive_rental_morkets/index.htm) CONEXUS Draft - May 5, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element II_ Housing Needs Assessment E. Special Needs Certain groups have greater difficulty in finding decent, affordable housing due to special circumstances. Such circumstances may be related to one's employment and income, family characteristics, disability, or other conditions. As a result, some Diamond Bar residents may experience a higher prevalence of overpayment, overcrowding, or other housing problems. State Housing Element law defines "special needs" groups to include persons with disabilities, the elderly, large households, female -headed households with children, homeless people, and farmworkers. This section contains a discussion of the housing needs facing each of these groups. 1. Persons with Disabilities In 2.000, approximately 3,613 people between 16 and 64 years of age, or about 9 percent of the working age population, reported an employment disability (see Table II -20). Of those aged 65 and over, 1,173 people (about 29 percent) reported some form of physical disability. Reported disabilities included persons whose disability hinders their ability to go outside the home (6.3 percent of the working age population and 21.5 percent of the senior population). Housing opportunities for the handicapped can be maximized through housing assistance programs and providing universal design features such as widened doorways, ramps, lowered countertops, single -level units and ground floor units. CONEXUS - II -17 - Draft - May 5, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element II. Housing Needs Assessment Table 11-20 Persons with Disabilities by Age Group Diamond Bar With a sensory disability 39 0.4% With a physical disability. 44 0.4% With a mental disability 236 2.3% With a self-care disability 1 52 0.5% With a sensory disability 399 a With a physical disability. 926 2.4% With a mental disability 599 1.5% With a self-care disability 264 13,613 0.7% With a go -outside -the -home disability 2,468 6.3% With an employment disability 21.5% 9.3% With a sensory disability 468 11.5% With a physical disability. 1,173 28.7% With a mental disability 519 12.7% With a self-care disability 352 8.6% With a go -outside -the -home disability 880 21.5% Source: 2000 Census, SF3 Tables PB and P41 Notes: 1. Numbers in shaded rows represent persons, not disabilities. Persons may report more than one disability 2. Elderly In 2000, there were 1,974 households in Diamond Bar where the household was 65 or older (Table II -21). Of these, 6.1 percent were below the poverty level in 19996. Many elderly persons are dependent on fixed incomes or have disabilities. Elderly homeowners may be physically unable to maintain their homes or cope with living alone. The housing needs of this group can be addressed through smaller units, second units on lots with existing homes, shared living arrangements, congregate housing and housing assistance programs. 6 2000 Census, SF3 Table DP -3 CONEXUS Draft - May 5, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element II. Housing Needs Assessment Table 11-21 Elderly Households by Tenure Diamond Bar Source: 2000 Census, SF3 Table H14 3. Large Households Household size is an indicator of need for large units. Large households are defined as those with five or more members. Approximately 39 percent of owner households and 46 percent of renter households have only one or two members. About 15 percent of renter households and about 17 percent of owners were large households (Table II -22). This distribution indicates that the need for large units with four or more bedrooms is expected to be significantly less than for smaller units. Table II -22 Household Size by Tenure Diamond Bar Owners Renters Householder Age Households % Households % Under 65 years 12,924 88.5% 2,748 90.1% 65 to 74 years 1,082 7.4% 163 5.3% 75 to 84 years 532 3.6% 131 4.3% 85 and over 58 0.4% 8 0.3% Total households 14,596 100% 3,050 100% Source: 2000 Census, SF3 Table H14 3. Large Households Household size is an indicator of need for large units. Large households are defined as those with five or more members. Approximately 39 percent of owner households and 46 percent of renter households have only one or two members. About 15 percent of renter households and about 17 percent of owners were large households (Table II -22). This distribution indicates that the need for large units with four or more bedrooms is expected to be significantly less than for smaller units. Table II -22 Household Size by Tenure Diamond Bar Source: 20DO Census, SF3 Table H17 4. Female -Headed Households Of the 17,646 households in the city, approximately 1 1 percent were headed by a female (Table II -23). Female -headed households represent a significant portion of households that are below the poverty level (2000 Census, SF3 Table DF'3). CONEXUS - II -19 - Draft - May 5,2008 Owners Renters Household Size Households % Households % 1 person 1,689 12% 566 19% 2 persons 3,869 27% 824 27% 3 persons 3,011 21% 564 18% 4 persons 3,374 23% 628 21% 5 persons 1,663 11% 278 9% 6 persons 654 4% 124 4% 7+ persons 336 1 2% 1 66 1 2% Total households 14,596 1 100% 1 3,050 1 100% Source: 20DO Census, SF3 Table H17 4. Female -Headed Households Of the 17,646 households in the city, approximately 1 1 percent were headed by a female (Table II -23). Female -headed households represent a significant portion of households that are below the poverty level (2000 Census, SF3 Table DF'3). CONEXUS - II -19 - Draft - May 5,2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element II. Housing Needs Assessment Table II -23 Household Type by Tenure Diamond Bar Household Type Households i° 1 nousenolus i° Married couple family 10,562 72.4% 1,521 49.9% Male householder, no wife present 661 4.5% 199 6.5% Female householder, no husband present 1,373 9.4% 530 17.4% Non -family households 2,000 13.7% B00 26.2% Total households 14,596 100% 3,050 100°k Source: 2000 Census, SF3 Table H19 5. Farmworkers Farm workers are traditionally defined as persons whose primary income is from seasonal agricultural work. Diamond Bar was at one time one- of the largest working cattle ranches in the western United States. However, urban development and shifts in the local economy have significantly curtailed agricultural production within Los Angeles County. Today, Diamond Bar is a mostly developed city, with a strong local economy that is no longer tied to an agricultural base. The 2000 Census reported about 4,705 persons employed in agricultural occupations in Los Angeles County, with only 20 of those living in Diamond Bar (Table II -24). Table II -24 Agricultural Employment % of I Los Angeles Diamond Bar County Total County Workers 1 20 0.4% 4,705 source: 20DO Census, SF3 Table P50 The nearest agricultural area to Diamond Bar is in San Bernardino County to the east. Since there are no agricultural operations within Diamond Bar and housing costs are significantly lower in the Inland Empire, there is no apparent need for farmworker housing in the city. 6. Homeless Persons Homelessness is a continuing problem throughout California and urban areas nationwide. During the past two decades, an increasing number of single persons have remained homeless year after year and have become the most visible of all homeless persons. Other persons (particularly families) have experienced shorter periods of homelessness. However, they are often replaced by other families and individuals in a seemingly endless cycle of homelessness. CONEXUS -11-20- Ural I - Ivkuy 0, cwL City of Diamond Bar Housing Element It. Housing Needs Assessment A homeless count conducted by the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA) in January 2007 indicated that on any given day there are an estimated 73,,702 homeless persons Los Angeles County. These include families that might be displaced through evictions, women and children displaced through abusive family life, persons with substance abuse problems, veterans, or persons with serious mental illness. Diamond Bar is located within the San Gabriel Valley Service Planning Area (SPA), which has a homeless estimate of 9,942 people. The San Gabriel SPA, along with the Metro Los Angeles area, saw increases in the number of homeless from the prior count, while the remaining six SPAs saw decreases in their homeless populations (Table II -25). Table II -25 Homeless Estimates by Service Planning Area Service Planning Area" Homeless Estimate 2007 1 2005 SPA 1—Antelope Valley 1,815 3,544 SPA 2 — San Fernando Valley 6,411 11,275 SPA 3 — San Gabriel Valley 9,942 9,254 SPA 4 — Metro Los Angeles 22,030 20,023 SPA 5 — West Los Angeles 6,703 6,860 SPA 6 — South Los Angeles 11,670 16,787 SPA 7 -- East Los Angeles 5,580 7,178 SPA 8 — South Ba /Harbor 4,457 7,369 Los Anqeles County Total 68,608 82,291 Source: Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority, 2007 *Note: the LAHSA area excludes Glendale, Long Beach and Pasadena, which administer their own homeless Continuum of Care programs. Senate Bill 2 of 2007 requires that jurisdictions quantify the need for emergency shelters and determine whether existing facilities are adequate to serve the need. If adequate existing facilities are not available, the law requires jurisdictions to identify areas where new facilities are permitted "by -right" (i.e., without requiring discretionary approval such as a use permit). Due to the nature of homelessness, it is very difficult to determine the location of homeless persons. Further, homeless persons tend to locate near emergency facilities and services in the more urbanized areas. Based on a homeless count conducted by the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA) in January 2007, there is no evidence of any homeless person in the City. Los Angeles County Sheriff's department officers assigned to Diamond Bar were questioned to determine if they were aware of any homeless persons living within the city. The officers indicated that they knew of no homeless persons of families within Diamond Bar. Interviews with Directors of area homeless shelters did not provide any evidence that homeless persons exist in Diamond Bar. The City's suburban location and the lack of urban public spaces which might attract homeless individuals or families are also factors which contributes to the absence of homeless persons. Income and wealth characteristics of Diamond Bar residents CONEXUS -11-21 - Draft - May 5, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element II. Housing Needs Assessment indicate that residents have financial and other resources to draw on in the event of an emergency which could otherwise precipitate a housing crisis. Based on the above factors, there is no evidence of homeless person in the city and therefore there is not a need to provide emergency shelter or transitional housing. However, the City will continue to coordinate with and direct any homeless persons to local social service providers. A variety of facilities provide services to homeless or to persons who are at risk of becoming homeless, including battered women and low income families. The following table summarizes the facilities and services for the homeless in the San Gabriel and Pomona valley region. Table II -26 (To be inserted) F. Assisted Housing at Risk of Conversion This section identifies all residential projects in the city that are under an affordability restriction, along with those housing projects that are at risk of losing their low-income affordability restrictions within the ten-year period 2008 - 2018. This information is used in establishing quantified objectives for units that can be conserved during this planning period. The inventory of assisted units includes all units that have been assisted under any federal Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), state, local and/or other program. 1. Inventory of Assisted Units The City of Diamond Bar has one assisted housing project for seniors, the 149 -unit Seasons Apartments (formerly "Heritage Park"), constructed in 1988. This project predates City incorporation and was originally financed under the Los Angeles County Multi -family Mortgage Revenue Bond program. The project was refinanced in November, 1999 under the California Community Development Authority's Multifamily Housing Re -funding Bond. According to the terms of the new bond agreement, income restrictions for residents and corresponding rent limits were set. For the duration of the bond which expires 12/01/2034, all units will be affordable: 30 units (20%) will be very -low-income at 50% AMI, 82 units (55%) will be low-income at 80% AMI, and 37 units (25%) will be moderate -income defined as 100% AMI. The Seasons Apartments are owned by the Corporate Fund for Housing, a non-profit organization. Long-term affordability of the project is assured for the life of the bond (2034). There are no assisted housing units in the City of Diamond Bar at risk of conversion. 2. Units at Risk of Conversion There are no units at risk of conversion during the 2008 - 2018 period. CONEXUS viw I - IVIuy '.), /_UUU City of Diamond Bar Housing Element II. Housing Needs Assessment G. Future Growth Needs 1. Overview of the Regional Housing Needs Assessment The Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA) is a key tool for local governments to plan for anticipated growth. The RHNA quantifies the anticipated need for housing within each jurisdiction for the 8 -1/2 -year period from January 2006 to July 2014. Communities then determine how they will address this need through the process of updating the Housing Elements of their General Plans. The current RHNA was adopted by the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) in July 2007. The future need for housing is determined primarily by the forecasted growth in households in a community. Each new household, created by a child moving out of a parent's home, by a family moving to a community for employment, and so forth, creates the need for a housing unit. The housing need for new households is then adjusted to maintain a desirable level of vacancy to promote housing choice and mobility. An adjustment is also made to account for units expected to be lost due to demolition, natural disaster, or conversion to non -housing uses. The sum of these factors — household growth, vacancy need, and replacement need — determines the construction need for a community. Total housing need is then distributed among four income categories on the basis of the county's income distribution, with adjustments to avoid an over -concentration of lower-income households in any community. 2. 2006-2014 Diamond Bar Growth Needs In July 2007 SCAG, adopted the final RHNA growth needs for each of the county's cities plus the unincorporated area. The total housing growth need for the City of Diamond Bar during the 2006-2014 planning period is 1,090 units. This total is distributed by income category as shown in Table II -26. Table II -27 Regional Housing Growth Needs - Diamond Bar Very Low Low Moderate Above Mod Total 284 26.1% 179 16.4% 188 17.2% 440 40.3% 1,090 100.0% Source: SCAG 2007 All new units built or preserved after January 1, 2006 may be credited against the current RHNA allocation. A discussion of the City's net remaining growth need is provided in the land inventory section of Chapter III. CONEXUS - II -23 - Draft - May 5, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element III. Resources and Opportunities III. RESOURCES AND OPPORTUNITIES A variety of resources are available for the development, rehabilitation, and preservation of housing in the City of Diamond Bar. This chapter provides a description of the land resources and adequate sites to address the City's regional housing need allocation, and discusses the financial and administrative resources available to support the provision of affordable housing. Additionally, opportunities for energy conservation that can lower utility costs and increase housing affordability are addressed. A. Land Resources Regional Growth Needs 2006 - 2014 In accordance with Government Code §65584, projected housing needs for each city and county in the Southern California region are prepared by the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) under a process known as the Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA). SCAG's Regional Council adopted the final Regional Housing Need Allocation in July 2007. The RHNA covers the 8.5 -year planning period of January 1, 2006 to June 30, 2014. The RHNA process began with an update of the population and household forecasts for both the region as a whole and for each county. These forecasts were largely derived from state Department of Finance (DOF) population forecasts and modified by regional demographic modeling efforts by SCAG. SCAG then disaggregated the regional and county forecasts to each jurisdiction and estimated the number of dwelling units needed to achieve regional target vacancy rates (2.3% owner -occupied and 57. rental) and to account for projected housing demolitions. The total housing need for each jurisdiction was then distributed by income category (very low, low, moderate and upper income). In jurisdictions with higher proportions of existing lower-income households (as compared to the countywide average), SCAG adjusted the allocations such that the lower-income share of growth need is reduced to avoid over concentration. The final RHNA allocation for Diamond Bar was discussed previously in Chapter It. All new units built or preserved after January 1, 2006 are credited in the current RHNA period. Table III -1 shows the City's RHNA allocation, new units built during 2006 and 2007, and the net remaining growth, need. A detailed tabulation of units built is provided in Appendix A. Conexus III -1 Draft - May 5, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element III. Resources and Opportunities Table III -1 Net Remaining RHNA - Diamond Bar Income Category VUL Mdd Above,: Total _... RHNA (total) 463 188 L439 1,090 Units Completed 2006-07 176 RHNA (net remaining) 463 188 1 263 914 source: City of Diamond Bar Community Development Dept, 212008 2. Inventory of Sites for Housing Development Section 65583(a) (3) of the Government Code requires Housing Elements to contain an "inventory of land suitable for residential development, including vacant sites and sites having potential for redevelopment, and an analysis of the relationship of zoning and public facilities and services to these sites." A detailed analysis of vacant land and potential redevelopment opportunities is provided in APpendix B. The results of this analysis are summarized in Table III -2, below. ` -- - — - Table III -2 Land Inventory Summary - Diamond Bar Units approved/not completed 124 99 223 Vacant land = residential 669 . 74 ,` 743 ` _. Potential second units 5 5 Underutilized land- residential '.. .` Subtotal 793 1(3: RHNA (net 2D08-2014) 463 188 263 914 surplus (Deficit) (463) 605: (90) 57 Source: City of Diamond Bar Community Development Dept, 312008 A discussion of public facilities and infrastructure needed to serve future development is contained in Section IV.B, Non -Governmental Constraints. There are currently no known service limitations that would preclude the level of development described in the RHNA, Conexus III -2 Draft — May 5, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element III. Resources and Opportunities although developers will be required to pay fees or construct public improvements prior to or concurrent with development. B. Financial and Administrative Resources '1. State and Federal Resources Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG) - Federal funding for housing programs is available through the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Diamond Bar participates in the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program and receives its allocation of CDBG funds through the Los Angeles County Housing and Community Development Department. The CDBG program is very flexible in that the funds can be used for a wide range of activities. The eligible activities include, but are not limited to, acquisition and/or disposition of real estate property, public facilities and improvements, relocation, rehabilitation and construction of housing, homeownership assistance, and clearance activities. On December 3, 2002 the City Council approved the establishment of a Home Improvement Program (HIP) to provide housing rehabilitation assistance to qualified low- and moderate -income households. CDBG funds are allocated to the HIP on an annual basis. HIP funds are used for exterior property improvements and for repairs to alleviate health and safety issues and to correct code violations. In addition, HIP funds may be used to improve home access to disabled persons and for the removal of lead based paint hazards. The Community Development Block Grant Allocation for the 2006-2007 Program Year was $383,090, which included an allocation for the HIP of $116,197. The HIP is eligible, under CDBG regulations to receive unexpended CDBG funds from the previous fiscal year that are reallocated by the Los Angeles County Community Development Commission. An additional $150,000 from the 2005-2006 fiscal year was reallocated to the 2006-2007 fiscal year bringing the total allocation for the HIP to $266,197. Since the 2003- 2004 fiscal year, a total of 10 very -low-, 12 low-, and 21 moderate -income households have participated in the HIP. Since Program year 2005-2006, the allocation of the Community Development Block Grant has consistently been reduced 3% each program year. Therefore, the City anticipates receiving approximately $360,000 per year in CDBG funds from the County during the current planning period. Section 8 Rental Assistance - The City of Diamond Bar cooperates with the Housing Authority of the County of Los Angeles (HACoLA), which administers the Section 8 Voucher Program. The Section 8 program provides rental assistance to low-income persons in need of affordable housing. There are two types of subsidies under Section 8: certificates and vouchers. A certificate pays the difference between the fair market rent and 30 percent of the tenant's monthly income, while a voucher allows a tenant to choose housing that may cost above the fair market figure, with the tenant paying the extra cost. The voucher also allows the tenant to rent a unit below the fair market rent figure with the tenant keeping the savings. As of October 2007 there were 59 households in the City of Diamond Bar receiving Section 8 rental assistance; 39 of those households were elderly, and 20 of those were also disabled. There are no non -elderly, disabled households served by Section 8 in the Conexus III -3 Draft - May 5, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element III. Resources and Opportunities City of Diamond Bar. The estimated annual Housing Assistance Payment for those households is $536,000. Low -Income Housing Tax Credit Program - The Low -Income Housing Tax Credit Program was created by the Tax Reform Act of 1986 to provide an alternate method of funding low -and moderate -income housing. Each state receives a tax credit, based upon population, toward funding housing that meets program guidelines. The tax credits are then used to leverage private capital into new construction or acquisition and rehabilitation of affordable housing. Limitations on projects funded under the Tax Credit programs include minimum requirements that a certain percentage of units remain rent - restricted, based upon median income, for a term of 15 years. 2. Local Resources City of Industry Redevelopment Set -Aside Funds - As a predominantly industrial community, the City of Industry is permitted under Senate Bill 1718 to expend its housing tax increment set-aside funds on affordable housing within a 15 mile radius from the corporate limits of the City of Industry. The City of Diamond Bar is located within the 15 - mile radius. Industry Funds are administered by the Housing Authority of the County of Los Angeles (HACOLA) and help fund affordable rental housing for Non -Special Needs and Special Needs populations, and affordable Homeownership developments. Since the program began, over $165 million in Industry Funds have leveraged over $1.1 billion from other funding sources to help create over, 7,900 units of affordable housing throughout Los Angeles County. Tax Exempt Multi -Family Revenue Bonds - The construction, acquisition, and rehabilitation of multi -family rental housing developments can be funded by tax exempt bonds which provide a lower interest rate than is available through conventional financing. Projects financed through these bonds are required to set aside 20 percent of the units for occupancy by very low-income households or 40 percent of the units to be set aside for households at 60 percent of the area median income. Tax exempt bonds for multi -family housing may also be issued to refinance existing tax exempt debt, which is referred to as a refunding bond issue. The Seasons Diamond Bar Senior Apartments was refinanced in 1999 under the California Community Development Authority's Multifamily Housing Re -funding Bond. According to the terms of the new bond agreement, income restrictions for residents and corresponding rent limits were set. For the duration of the bond which expires in December of 2034, all units will be affordable: 30 units will be very low income at 50% AMI, 82 units will be low income at 80 percent AMI, and 37 units will be moderate income at 100% AMI. The Seasons Apartments are owned by the Corporate Fund for Housing, a non-profit organization. Housing Agreements - The City can assist in the development of new affordable housing units by entering into Disposition Development Agreements (DDA) or Owner Participation Agreements (OPA) with developers. DDAs or OPAs may provide for the disposition of Agency -owned land at a price which can support the development of units at an affordable housing cost for low- and moderate -income households. These agreements may also provide for development assistance, usually in the form of a density bonus or Conexus III -4 Draft - May 5. 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element III. Resources and Opportunities the payment of specified development fees or other development costs which cannot be supported by the proposed development. Mortgage Credit Certificates - The Mortgage Credit Certificates (MCC) program is designed to help low- and moderate -income first-time homebuyers qualify for conventional first mortgage loans by increasing the homebuyer's after-tax income. The MCC is a direct tax credit for eligible homebuyers equal to 20 percent of the mortgage interest paid during the year. The other 80 percent of mortgage interest can still be taken as an income deduction. Diamond Bar is a participating city in the County -run MCC program and has issued 4 MCCs in 2007 - 08. The maximum gross annual income limits in order to be eligible for the MCC program is $88,800 for one- to two -person households and $103,132 for households of three or more. Home Ownership Program - The Home Ownership Program (HOP) provides assistance to low-income, first-time homebuyers in purchasing a home. It is administered by the County of Los Angeles Community Development Commission's Housing Development and Preservation Division. The program has provided hundreds of Los Angeles County residents with the means to afford to fulfill their dream of home ownership. During the period from July 1, 2007 through April 28, 2008, there have been three HOP loans funded in the City of Diamond Bar. The maximum gross annual income limits effective as of April 12, 2008 are as follows: • 1 person household: $42,450 2 person household: $48,500 • 3 person household: $54,600 • 4 person household: $60,650 • 5 person household: $65,500 • 6 person household: $70,350 7 person household: $75,200 • 8 person household: $80,050 Southern California Home Financing Authority Programs - The Southern California Home Financing Authority (SCHFA) has a program which assists first time homebuyers by offering below-market interest rate loans to qualified borrowers. The County does not make home loans. The applicant must go through the normal process of finding a home and arranging financing with a Participating Lender. The maximum mortgage is $417,000. Fannie Mae Downpayment Assistance Program - The Federal National Mortgage Association, better known as "Fannie Mae," offers a program that provides second mortgages to homeowners. The second mortgage can serve as the down payment and closing costs on home purchases. Under this program, a city or county is required to post a reserve fund equal to 20 percent of an amount that Fannie Mae then makes available for such mortgages. Non -Profit Organizations - Non-profit organizations play a major role in the development of affordable housing in Los Angeles County. The Community Development Commission of Los Angeles County supplements its own efforts of producing affordable housing by Conexus III -5 Draft — May 5, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element III. Resources and Opportunities entering into partnerships with private sector and non-profit developers and housing development corporations. C. Energy Conservation Opportunities As residential energy costs rise, the subsequent increasing utility costs reduce the affordability of housing. Although the City is mostly developed, new infill development and rehabilitation activities could occur, allowing the City to directly affect energy use within its jurisdiction. State of California Energy Efficiency Standards for Residential and Nonresidential Buildings were established in 1978 in response to a legislative mandate to reduce California's energy consumption. The standards are codified in Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations and are updated periodically to allow consideration and possible incorporation of new energy efficiency technologies and methods. California's building efficiency standards (along with those for energy efficient appliances) have saved more than $56 billion in electricity and natural gas costs since 1978. It is estimated the standards will save an additional $23 billion by 20131. Title 24 sets forth mandatory energy standards and requires the adoption of an "energy budget" for all new residential buildings and additions to residential buildings. Separate requirements are adopted for "low-rise" residential construction (i.e., no more than 3 stories) and non-residential buildings, which includes hotels, motels, and multi -family residential buildings with four or more habitable stories. The standards specify energy saving design for lighting, walls, ceilings and floor installations, as well as heating and cooling equipment and systems, gas cooling devices, conservation standards and the use of nondepleting energy sources, such as solar energy or wind power. The home building industry must comply with these standards while localities are responsible for enforcing the energy conservation regulations through the plan check and building inspection processes. I California Energy Commission (hftp7J/www energy ca gov/title24) Conexus III -6 Draft - May 5, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element IV. Constraints IV. CONSTRAINTS In planning for the provision of housing, constraints to the development, maintenance and improvement of housing must be recognized, and jurisdictions must take appropriate steps to mitigate them where feasible. Local government cannot control many of these constraints, such as those related to general economic and market conditions, but others can be addressed. Potential constraints to housing are discussed below, and include governmental constraints and non-governmental constraints. A. Governmental Constraints Governmental regulations, while intentionally controlling the quality of development in the community can also, unintentionally, increase the cost of development and thus the cost of housing. These governmental constraints include land use controls, building codes and their enforcement, site improvements, fees and other exactions required of developers, and local development processing and permit procedures. Land use controls may limit the amount or density of development, thus increasing the cost per unit. On-site and off-site improvements such as roads, traffic signals on adjacent streets, or sewer systems may increase an individual project's costs of development. Processing and permit requirements may delay construction, increasing financing and/or overhead costs of a development. The following section describes potential governmental constraints, which may affect the supply and cost of housing in Diamond Bar. 1. land Use Plans and Regulations a. General Plan Each city and county in California must prepare a comprehensive, long-term General Plan to guide its future. The land use element of the General Plan establishes the basic land uses and density of development within the various areas of the city. Under state law, the General Plan elements must be internally consistent and the City's zoning must be consistent with the General Plan. Thus, the land use plan must provide suitable locations and densities to implement the policies of the Housing Element. The Diamond Bar General Plan Land Use Element provides for six residential land use designations, as shown in Table IV-]. Conexus IV -1 Draft - May 5, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element IV. Constraints Table IV -1 Residential Land Use Categories — Diamond Bar General Plan Source: City of Diamond Bar General Plan. * Density expressed in dwelling units per gross acre. The majority of the land area within the City is developed or is designated for residential use. The Land Use Element of the Diamond Bar General Plan designates approximately 5,824 acres (61%) of the City's total land inventory for residential uses, providing for a range of residential types and densities throughout the City. The maximum residential density permitted in Diamond Bar is 20 dwelling units per acre, excluding any allowable density bonus. Pursuant to AB 2348 of 2004, the "default density" for Diamond Bar is 30 dwelling units per acre2. The default density refers to the density at which lower-income housing development is presumed to be feasible, although state law allows jurisdictions to propose alternative densities that are sufficient to facilitate affordable housing based on local experience and circumstances. b. Planning Areas and Specific Plans In addition to the six residential land use districts, the Land Use Element provides for residential uses within the Specific Plan and Planning Area classifications. Development within areas designated Specific Plan or Planning Area are processed through use of a master plan or specific plan, a planned unit development, or similar mechanism, and development intensities must be consistent with those specified in the General Plan. Specific Plan and Planning Area projects must provide a greater level of community amenities and cohesiveness, achieve superior design, and create a more desirable living environment than could be achieved through conventional subdivision design and 2 Memo of June 9, 2005 from California Department of Housing and Community Development on AB 2348 of 2004. Conexus IV -2 Draft — May 5, 2008 Maximum Designation Density* Description Rural Residential (RR) 1.0 Single family detached units on large lots, generally in hillside areas. Low Density Residential (RL) 3.0 Single-family detached homes on large to moderate sized lots. Low Medium Density Residential 5.0 Single-family detached homes on moderate to small -sized lots. (RLM) Medium Density Residential (RM) 12.0 Townhomes, condominiums, apartments, mobile homes, and other multifamily residential projects. Medium High Residential (RMH) 16.0 Townhomes, condominiums, apartments, other multifamily residential projects, and mobile home parks. High Density Residential (RH) 20.0 High density condominium and apartment projects, other high density residential projects, and mobile home parks. Source: City of Diamond Bar General Plan. * Density expressed in dwelling units per gross acre. The majority of the land area within the City is developed or is designated for residential use. The Land Use Element of the Diamond Bar General Plan designates approximately 5,824 acres (61%) of the City's total land inventory for residential uses, providing for a range of residential types and densities throughout the City. The maximum residential density permitted in Diamond Bar is 20 dwelling units per acre, excluding any allowable density bonus. Pursuant to AB 2348 of 2004, the "default density" for Diamond Bar is 30 dwelling units per acre2. The default density refers to the density at which lower-income housing development is presumed to be feasible, although state law allows jurisdictions to propose alternative densities that are sufficient to facilitate affordable housing based on local experience and circumstances. b. Planning Areas and Specific Plans In addition to the six residential land use districts, the Land Use Element provides for residential uses within the Specific Plan and Planning Area classifications. Development within areas designated Specific Plan or Planning Area are processed through use of a master plan or specific plan, a planned unit development, or similar mechanism, and development intensities must be consistent with those specified in the General Plan. Specific Plan and Planning Area projects must provide a greater level of community amenities and cohesiveness, achieve superior design, and create a more desirable living environment than could be achieved through conventional subdivision design and 2 Memo of June 9, 2005 from California Department of Housing and Community Development on AB 2348 of 2004. Conexus IV -2 Draft — May 5, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element IV. Constraints requirements. The Land Use Element identifies four mixed-use Planning Areas within the City of Diamond Bar, two of which are intended to contain residential uses: PA 1, which encompasses approximately 720 acres and is intended for agricultural uses, residential uses at a density of one dwelling unit per five acres, commercial uses not typical of the area, and education/institutional uses; PA 2, which encompasses approximately 400 acres and allows for a maximum of 130 single-family detached units and open space,. PA 3, which encompasses approximately 55 acres and allows for 200 units of a mix of single famly detached and condominiums, commercial, religious assembly and open space; and PA 4, which encompasses approximately 82 acres and is intended for 99 single family homes and open space. c. Zoning Designations The City regulates the type, location, density, and scale of residential development through the Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map. Zoning regulations serve to implement the General Plan and are designed to protect and promote the health, safety, and general welfare of residents. The Zoning Ordinance also helps to preserve the character and integrity of existing neighborhoods. The Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map set forth residential development standards for each zoning district. The six zoning districts that allow residential units as a permitted use are as follows: RR Rural Residential RL Low Density Residential RLM Low Medium Density Residential RM Medium Density Residential RMH Medium High Density Residential RH High Density District A summary of the development standards for the six major zoning districts permitting residential development is provided in Table IV -2. These development standards, adopted in 1998, are reasonably necessary to protect the public health, safety and welfare and maintain the quality of life, and are not considered to be constraints to the development of housing. Conexus N-3 Draft — May 5, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element IV. Constraints Table IV -2 Residential Development Standards Source: Diamond Bar Zoning Ordinance Notes: 1. Development standards in the planned communities are governed by a master plan, specific plan, or similar document and may vary from current zoning. 2. There cannot be less than 25 ft between structures on adjoining parcels. 3. Then: cannot be less than 15 ft between structures on adjoining parcels. 4. From the property line or building pad on a descending slope, whichever is applicable. A summary of the residential development permitted by the City's Zoning Ordinance is provided in Table IV -3. Conexus IV -4 Draft — May 5, 2008 Zoning District Designations RR ' RL RLM RM ftMH RH Development Standard' Minimum Lot Area (sq. ft.) 1 acre 10,000 sf 8,000 sf 5,000 sf 5,000 sf 5,000 sf Minimum Front Yard (ft.) 30 ft 20 ft 20 ft 20 ft 20 ft 20 ft 15 ft. on 10 ft. on 10 ft. on 5 ft. plus one side, one side, one side, 1 ft. for Minimum Side Yard (ft.) and 1 D ft. and 5 ft. and 5 ft. 5 ft. 5 ft. each on the on the on the story otherz other3 other3 over 2 15 ft., 10 ft., 10 ft., 10 ft., 7.5 ft., 7.5 ft., reversed reversed reversed reversed reversed reversed Minimum Street Side Setback (ft.) comer lot; corner lot; corner lot; corner lot; comer lot; corner 10 ft. 5 ft. 5 ft. 5 ft. 5 ft. lot; 5 ft. otherwise otherwise otherwise otherwise otherwise otherwise Minimum Rear Yard (ft.) 25 ft.4 20 ft.4 20 ft.4 25 ft.' 20 ft.4 20 ft.4 Maximum Lot Coverage (%) 30% 40% 40% 30% 30% 30% Maximum Building Height (ft.) 35 ft 35 ft 35 ft 35 ft 35 ft 35 ft Source: Diamond Bar Zoning Ordinance Notes: 1. Development standards in the planned communities are governed by a master plan, specific plan, or similar document and may vary from current zoning. 2. There cannot be less than 25 ft between structures on adjoining parcels. 3. Then: cannot be less than 15 ft between structures on adjoining parcels. 4. From the property line or building pad on a descending slope, whichever is applicable. A summary of the residential development permitted by the City's Zoning Ordinance is provided in Table IV -3. Conexus IV -4 Draft — May 5, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element Table IV -3 Permitted Residential Development by Zoning District IV. Constraints Housing Type Permitted RR RL ` RLM RM RMH RH Single -Family Detached P P P P P P Single -Family Attached P P P Multi -Family P P P Manufactured Housing P P P P P P Mobile Home Park CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP Second Units P P Emergency Shelters' P/CUP P/CUP P/CUP Transitional Housing' P/CUP P/CUP P/CUP Residential Care Home (6 or fewer persons)2 P P P P P P Residential Care Home (7 or more persons)2 CUP CUP CUP Senior Housing P P P P P P Single Room Occupancy I i I P Source: Diamond Bar Zoning Ordinance P = Permitted, ministerial zoning clearance required CUP = Conditional Use Pen -nit Notes: 1. Emergency shelters and transitional housing are not specifically identified in the zoning ordinance, but are included within the definition of "residential care home' Therefore, emergency shelters and transitional housing for 6 or fewer persons would be permitted in all residential districts while emergency shelters and transitional housing for 7 or more persons would require a CUP in the RM, RMH, and RH districts. 2. Residential Care Homes are defined as facilities providing residential social and personal care for children, the elderly, and People with some limits on their ability for self-care, but where medical care is not a major element Includes children's' homes; family care homes; foster homes; group homes; halfway houses; orphanages; rehabilitation centers; and similar uses. The zoning ordinance provides for a variety of housing types including single-family homes (both attached and detached), multi -family (both rental and condominiums), manufactured housing and second units. Low-income housing can be accommodated in all residential districts. d. Special Needs Housing Persons with special needs include those in residential care facilities, persons with disabilities, the elderly, farm workers, persons needing emergency shelter or transitional living arrangements, and single room occupancy units. The City's provisions for these housing types are discussed below. Residential Care Facilities Residential care facilities refer to any family home, group home, or rehabilitation facility that provides non-medical care to persons in need of personal services, protection, supervision, assistance, guidance, or training essential for daily living. In accordance with state law, residential care homes that serve six or fewer persons are permitted by -right in all residential districts. Residential care homes serving more than six persons are permitted by conditional use permit in the RM, RMH, and RH Districts only. These requirements are Conexus IV -5 Draft — May 5, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element IV. Constraints consistent with state law and do not pose a significant constraint on the establishment of such facilities. Housing for Persons with Disabilities Both the federal Fair Housing Act and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act impose an affirmative duty on local governments to make reasonable accommodations (i.e. modifications or exceptions) in their zoning laws and other land use regulations when such accommodations may be necessary to afford disabled persons an equal opportunity to use and enjoy a dwelling. The Building Codes adopted by the City of Diamond Bar incorporate accessibility standards contained in Title 24 of the California Administrative Code. For example, apartment complexes of three or more units and condominium complexes of four or more units must be designed to accessibility standards. Compliance with building codes and the ADA may increase the cost of housing production and can also impact the viability of rehabilitation of older properties required to be brought up to current code standards. However, these regulations provide minimum standards that must be complied with in order to ensure the development of safe and accessible housing. Farm Worker Housing As discussed in Chapter 2, (Needs Assessment), the City of Diamond Bar does. not have major agricultural areas and has no significant need for permanent on-site farm worker housing. The City's overall efforts to provide and maintain affordable housing opportunities will help to support the few seasonal farm workers that may choose to reside in the City. Housing for the Elderly Senior housing projects are a permitted use in all residential Districts. A density bonus is also permitted for the construction of senior housing pursuant to Government Code Sections 65915-65918. The zoning ordinance is not considered to be a constraint to the development of senior housing because the regulations are the same as for other residential uses in the same districts. Emergency Shelters and Transitional Housing Emergency shelters are facilities that provide a safe alternative to the streets either in a shelter facility, or through the use of motel vouchers. Emergency shelter is short-term, usually for 30 days or less. Transitional housing is longer-term, typically up to two years. Transitional housing generally requires that the resident participate in a structured program to work toward established goals so that they can move on to permanent Conexus IV -6 Draft - May 5, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element IV. Constraints housing. SB 2 of 2007 requires jurisdictions to evaluate their need for shelters compared to available facilities to address the need. Jurisdictions must also designate at least one location where a year-round shelter can be accommodated. As discussed in Chpater Il, There is no evidence of homeless persons in the city, therefore there is not a need to provide; emergency shelters or transitional housing. However, the City will continue to coordinate with and direct any homeless persons to local social service providers. A variety of facilities provide services to homeless or to persons who are at risk of becoming homeless, including battered women and low income families. Single Room Occupancy Single room occupancy facilities are small studio -type units and would be allowed by right in the RH District, provided all zoning standards can be met. Development standards for these uses are no more restrictive than for other uses allowed in these districts. e. Off -Street Parking Requirements The City's parking requirements for residential uses vary by residential type. Single-family dwellings and duplex housing require two parking spaces per unit in a garage. Mobile homes require two parking spaces plus guest parking. Studio units require one space for each unit in a garage, plus guest parking. Multi -family dwellings, condos, and other attached dwellings are required to have two spaces in a garage for each unit plus 0.5 space for each bedroom over two, and guest parking. Second units are required to have one space in addition to that required for the single-family unit. Senior housing projects are required to provide one space for each unit with half of the spaces covered, plus one guest parking space for each ten units. Senior congregate care facilities are required to have 0.5 space for each residential unit, plus one space for each four units for guests and employees. Extended care facilities are required to provide one space for each three beds the facility is licensed to accommodate. These parking requirements are summarized in Table IV -4. The required parking is not excessive and is not considered to be a constraint on the production of affordable housing. Conexus IV -7 Draft - May 5, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element IV. Constraints Table IVA Residential Parking Requirements Type of ;Unit Min' burn Parking Space Required' Single Family Detached Dwellings 2 off-street parking spaces per dwelling (in a garage) Duplex Housing Units 2 off-street parking spaces for each unit (in a garage) Mobile Homes (in M.H. parks) 2 off-street parking spaces for each mobile home (tandem parking allowed in an attached carport), plus guest parking` Secondary Residential Units 1 off-street parking space in addition to that required for a single-family unit Multi -Family Dwellings, Condominiums, and Other Attached Dwellings Studio 1.0 off-street parking space per dwelling unit (in a garage), plus guest parking` 1 or More Bedrooms 2.0 off-street parking spaces per unit (in a garage), plus 0.5 additional spaces for each bedroom over 2, plus guest parking` Senior Housing Projects 1 off-street parking space per unit with half of the spaces covered, plus 1 guest parking space for each 10 units Senior Congregate Care Facilities 0.5 space for each residential unit, plus 1 space for each 4 units for guests and employees Extended Care Facilities (elderly, skilled nursing 1 space for each 3 beds the facility is licensed to facilities and residential care homes) accommodate Guest parking shall be provided at a ratio of one space for each four required parking spaces. Source: Diamond Bar Zoning Ordinance f. Second Units In response to state -mandated requirements and local needs, the City of Diamond Bar allows for the development of accessory or second dwelling units by right in the RR and RL Districts. Second units are allowed on lots which have a minimum of 10,000 gross square feet and a minimum buildable pad area of 8,000 square feet, a minimum width of 50 feet and a minimum depth of 100 feet. A second unit shall not exceed 600 gross square feet in floor area if the parcel is between 10,000 and 20,000 square feet and shall not exceed 1,200 square feet in gross floor area if the parcel is over 20,000 gross square feet with a minimum building pad area of 10,000 square feet. Second units must contain separate kitchen and bathroom facilities and have a separate entrance from the primary residence. In addition, second units may not contain more than two bedrooms. Second units serve to augment resources for senior housing, or other low- and moderate - income segments of the population. The development standards are reasonable to ensure neighborhood compatibility, and do not present an unreasonable constraint to development. g. Density Bonus Under Government Code Section 65915-65918, a density increase of up to 35% over the otherwise maximum allowable residential density under the Municipal Code is available to developers who agree to construct housing developments with units affordable to Conexus IV -8 Draft — May 5, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element IV. Constraints low- or moderate -income households. A senior housing development is eligible for a 20% density bonus if it includes at least 35 dwelling units, and the applicant seeks a density bonus. The City has not revised the Development Code to reflect the provisions of SB 1818, however any application for density bonus would be processed in accordance with current state law. Housing Action Plan (Chapter V) contains Program 12 to consider appropriate changes to the Development Code to address the current provisions of state law. h. Mobile Homes/Manufactured Housing There is often an economy of scale in manufacturing homes in a plant rather than on site, thereby reducing cost. State law precludes local governments from prohibiting the installation of mobile homes on permanent foundations on single-family lots. It also declares a mobile home park to be a permitted land use on any land planned and zoned for residential use, and prohibits requiring the average density in a new mobile home park to be less than that permitted by the Municipal Code. In the City of Diamond Bar, manufactured housing is allowed in all residential zones as a permitted use provided the installation complies with the site development standards for the applicable zoning district. Mobile home parks are allowed as conditional use within all residential districts. There are two mobile home parks in Diamond Bar, both located in the western portion of the City: Diamond Bar Estates and Walnut Creek Estates. i. Condominium Conversions In order to reduce the impacts of condominium conversions on residents of rental housing, some of which provides housing for low- and moderate -income persons, the City's Municipal Code requires that in addition to complying with all of the regulations and noticing requirements of the Subdivision Map Act for condo conversions, the applicant must propose a relocation assistance program that will assist tenants displaced through the conversion in relocating to equivalent or better housing, assess the vacancy rate in multi -family housing within the City, and provide a report to all tenants of the subject property at least three days prior to the hearing. When a condo conversion is permitted, the increase in the supply of less expensive for - sale units helps to compensate for the loss of rental units. The ordinance to regulate condominium conversions is reasonable to preserve rental housing opportunities, and does not present an unreasonable constraint on the production of ownership housing. j. Building Codes State law prohibits the imposition of building standards that are not necessitated by local geographic, climatic or topographic conditions and requires that local governments making changes or modifications in building standards must report such changes to the Department of Housing and Community Development and file an expressed finding that the change is needed. Conexus Iv -9 Draft - May 5, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element IV. Constraints The City's building codes are based upon the California Building, Plumbing, Mechanical and Electrical Codes. These are considered to be the minimum necessary to protect the public's health, safety and welfare. No additional regulations have been imposed by the City that would unnecessarily add to housing costs. 2. Development Processing Procedures a. Residential Permit Processing State Planning and Zoning Law provides permit processing requirements for residential development. Within the framework of state requirements, the City has structured its development review process in order to minimize the time required to obtain permits while ensuring that projects receive careful review. All residential development is reviewed by City staff for zoning, building, and fire code compliance prior to issuance of building permits. Processing times vary and depend on the size and complexity of the project. Projects reviewed by the Planning Commission, such as Conditional Use Permits, typically require between 1 to 2 months to process. Tentative parcel maps and tentative tract maps typically require 3 to 6 months to process. Projects reviewed by the City Council, such as General Plan and Zoning amendments, typically require between 3 to 6 months to process. Table IV -5, below, identifies the review authority responsible for making decisions on land use permits and other entitlements. Current Table shows a time estimate next to each application, should we continue to do that. Table IV -5 Review Authority for Residential Development Type of Permit or Deci ion (*) .;, £sp~.cessln,'gme Director Hearing Officer Planning Commission City Council ,' Administrative Developmentt Review Final Appeal Appeal Development Review WO Final Appeal Development Agreement" M Recommend Final Minor Conditional Use Permit Final Appeal Appeal Conditional Use Permit eks Final Appeal Minor Variance h Final Appeal Appeal Variance** Final Appeal General Plan Amendment" d2 5 �e1ts Recommend Final Specific Plan" Zoning Map Amendment Recommend Recommend Final Final Zoning Clearance (over the counter) 1 Final Appeal Appeal source: Diamond Bar Developmeni Code Note: * The Director and Hearing Officer may defer action on permit applications and refer the item(s) to the Commission for final decision. Conexus IV -10 Draft — May 5, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element IV. Constraints *` Permit typically involves environmental clearance pursuant to CEQA and is subject to the Permit Streamlining Act. Certain steps of the development process are required by State rather than local laws. The State has defined processing deadlines to limit the amount of time needed for review of required reports and projects. The following describes the five-step development review process in Diamond Bar: Application Submittal. Applications for land use permits and other matters pertaining to the Development Code must be filed on a City application form, together with all necessary fees and/or deposits, exhibits, maps, materials, plans, reports, and other information required by the Development Services Department. Prior to submitting an application, applicants are strongly encouraged to request a pre -application conference with staff. The purpose of the pre -application conference is to inform the applicant of City requirements as they pertain to the proposed development project, review the procedures outlined in the Development Code, explore possible alternatives or modifications, and identify necessary technical studies and required information related to the environmental review of the project. Development review and administrative development review applications for projects that also require the approval of another discretionary permit (i.e. conditional use permit) shall be acted upon concurrently with the discretionary permit and the final determination shall be made by the highest level of review authority in compliance with Table IV -5. Development Review. An application for Development Review is required for residential projects that propose four dwelling units or more (detached or attached) and that involve the issuance of a building permit for construction or reconstruction of a structure(s) meeting the following criteria: New construction on a vacant lot and new structures, additions to structures, and reconstruction projects which are equal to 50 percent or greater of the floor area of existing structures on site, or have 5,001 square feet or more of combined gross floor area in any commercial, industrial, and institutional development; or Projects involving a substantial change or intensification of land use (e.g. the conversion of and existing structure to a restaurant, or the conversion of a residential structure to an office or commercial use); or Residential, commercial, industrial, or institutional projects proposed upon a descending slope abutting a public street. Administrative Development Review. An application for Administrative Development Review is required for residential, industrial, and institutional developments that involve the issuance of a building permit for construction or reconstruction of a structure(s) meeting the following thresholds of review: Commercial, industrial, and institutional developments that propose up to 5,000 square feet of combined floor area; or Conexus IV -1 1 Draft - May 5, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element IV. Constraints Projects that do not meet the specific criteria for Development Review. Initial Application Review. The Director reviews all applications for completeness and accuracy before they are accepted as being complete and officially filed. Processing of applications does not commence until all required fees and deposits have been paid. Without the application fee or a deposit, the application is not deemed complete. Within 30 days of a submittal, the applicant is informed in writing of whether or not the application is deemed complete and has been accepted for processing, or if the application is incomplete and additional information is required. If a pending application is not deemed complete within six months after the first filing with the Department, the application expires and is deemed withdrawn. Any remaining deposit amount is refunded, subject to administrative processing fees. Environmental Review. After acceptance of a complete application, a project is reviewed for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). A determination is made regarding whether or not the proposed project is exempt from the requirements of CEQA. If the project is not exempt, a determination is made regarding whether a Negative Declaration, Mitigated Negative Declaration, or Environmental Impact Report will be required based on the evaluation and consideration of information provided t `~} # s ¢ ion ear 1 by an initial study.0 wN° y �-�$ Staff Report and Recommendations. A staff report is prepared by the Director that describes the conclusions and findings about the proposed land use development. The report includes recommendations on the approval, approval with conditions, or disapproval of the application. Staff reports are provided to the applicant at the some time they are provided to the Hearing Officer, or members of the Commission and/or Council, before a hearing on the application. Notice and Hearings. An application for a development review or administrative development review is scheduled for a public hearing once the department has determined the application complete. Upon completion of the public hearing, the review authority shall announce and record the decision within 21 days following the conclusion of the public hearing. The decision shall contain the required findings and a copy of the resolution shall be mailed to the applicant. These processes help to ensure that the development review process does not act as a constraint to housing development. Conexus IV -12 Draft — May 5, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element IV. Constraints 3. Development Fees and Improvement Requirements State law limits fees charged for development permit processing to the reasonable cost of providing the service for which the fee is charged. Various fees and assessments are charged by the City and other public agencies to cover the costs of processing permit applications and providing services and facilities such as schools, parks and infrastructure. Tables IV -5, IV -6, and IV -7 provide a listing of fees the City of Diamond Bar charges for new, standard residential development. Table IV -5 Planning and Development Fees - 2008 Fee Category; Fee or Deposit Amount' Planning and Application Fees Administrative Development Review $1,000 deposit Development Agreement $3,000 deposit General Plan Amendment $5,000 deposit Specific Plan $4,000 deposit Conditional Use Permit $2,000 deposit Minor Conditional Use Permit $1,000 deposit Tentative Tract Map $5,000 deposit Tentative Parcel Map $3,000 deposit Rua cost ees Source: City of Diamond Bar Planning and Zoning Fees Notes: 1. Items with deposits are based on actual processing costs which may exceed initial deposit amount The City periodically evaluates the actual cost of processing development permits when revising its fee schedule. The last fee schedule update was adopted in 1998. After the passage of Proposition 13 and its limitation on local governments' property tax revenues, cities and counties have faced increasing difficulty in providing public services and facilities to serve their residents. One of the main consequences of Proposition 13 has been the shift in funding of new infrastructure from general tax revenues to development impact fees and improvement requirements on land developers. The City requires developers to provide on-site and off-site improvements necessary to serve their projects. Such improvements may include water, sewer and other utility extensions, street construction and traffic control device installation that are reasonably related to the project. Dedication of land or in -lieu fees may also be required of a project for rights-of- way, transit facilities, recreational facilities and school sites, consistent with the Subdivision Map Act. Conexus IV -13 Draft — May 5, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element Y. Constraints The City's Capital Improvement Program (CIP) contains a schedule of public improvements including streets, bridges, overpasses and other public works projects to facilitate the continued build -out of the City's General Plan. The CIP helps to ensure that construction of public improvements is coordinated with private development. Although development fees and improvement requirements increase the cost of housing, cities have little choice in establishing such requirements due to the limitations on property taxes and other revenue sources needed to fund public services and improvements. B. Non -Governmental Constraints 1. Environmental Constraints Environmental constraints include physical features such as steep slopes, fault zones, floodplains, sensitive biological habitat, and agricultural lands. In many cases, development of these areas is constrained by state and federal laws (e.g., FEMA floodplain regulations, the Clean Water Act and the Endangered Species Act, and the state Fish and Game Code and Alquist-Holo Act). Most of the level, easily developable land in Diamond Bar has already been developed, and much of the remaining land has a variety of geotechnical and topographic conditions that may constrain the development of lower-priced residential units. Large portions of the City contain steep slopes that pose a significant constraint to development. In addition to slope constraints, many of the hillsides in Diamond Bar have a potential for landslides. Slope stability is affected by such factors as soil type, gradient of the slope, underlying geologic structure, and local drainage patterns. The rolling topography and composition of local soils throughout Diamond Bar create numerous areas for potential landslide hazards. Although many historical landslide locations have been stabilized, there still exist a number of potential landslide areas in the eastern portion of the City as well as within Tonner Canyon in the Sphere of Influence. 2. Infrastructure Constraints As discussed under Development Fees and Improvement Requirements, the City requires developers to provide on-site and off-site improvements necessary to serve their projects. Dedication of land or in -lieu fees may also be required of a project for rights-of-way, transit facilities, recreational facilities and school sites, consistent with the Subdivision Map Act. Additionally, the City's Capital Improvement Program (CIP) contains a schedule of public improvements including streets and other public works projects to facilitate the continued build -out of the City's General Plan. The CIP helps to ensure that construction of public improvements is coordinated with development. As a result of these policies, any infrastructure, constraints which currently exist must be fully mitigated and financed as growth occurs. Conexus IV -14 Draft - May 5, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element IV. Constraints a. Wastewater Wastewater conveyance and treatment in Diamond Bar is provided by the County of Los Arigeles Sanitation District No. 21. Although much of the physical sewage infrastructure appears in generally good condition, there have been repeated failures of the purnp stations needed to lift flows to the regional collectors. Presently, there are no sewer lines in place in the developed southeastern end of the 1,250 -acre development known as the Country Estates. Approximately 144 lots are utilizing on-site wastewater disposal systems. Installation of infrastructure is needed within the Tres Hermanos Ranch as well. b. Water Water for City residents is supplied by the Walnut Valley Water District, which receives its water supply from the Three Valleys Municipal Water District and ultimately from the Metropolitan Water District (MWD) of Southern California. Almost all of the water supply is purchased from MWD, which imports water from the Colorado River Aqueduct (a small portion comes from Northern California through the State Water Project). Domestic water supply is not expected to limit development during the planning period. C. Stormwater Drainage Flood control is provided by the County Flood Control District. Flood control facilities are in fairly good condition. Development proposals are assessed for drainage impacts and required facilities. With these existing facilities and review procedures in place, the City's flood control system is not expected to limit development during the planning period. 3. Land Costs Land represents one of the most significant components of the cost of new housing. Land values fluctuate with market conditions, and have been steadily increasing since 2000. However, the recent downturn in the housing market is expected to affect land values negatively. Changes in land prices reflect the cyclical nature of the residential real estate market. It appears that the market may be in a downturn similar to the early 1980s and early 1990s, which was characterized by relatively sharp declines in property values and extended periods of minimal appreciation before prices recovered. A major constraint to providing affordable housing on remaining vacant hillside parcels in Diamond Bar is the high cost of construction in hillside areas. Another cost constraint for construction in areas with steep topography is the low ratio of developable area to total land area. Residential projects in hillside areas have large amounts of open space and only about 25-30 percent developable land. 4. Construction Costs Construction cost is affected by the price of materials, labor, development standards and general market conditions. The City has no influence over materials and labor costs, and the building codes and development standards in Diamond Bar are not substantially Conexus IV -15 Draft — May 5, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element IV. Constraints different than most other cities in Los Angeles County. Construction costs for materials and labor have increased at a slightly higher pace than the general rate of inflation according to the Construction Industry Research Board. 5. Cost and Availability of Financing The recent (2007-08) crisis in the mortgage industry will affect the availability and cost of real estate loans, although the long-term effects are unpredictable. The credit "crunch" resulted when "sub -prime" lenders in the past five years made it possible for low-income families or others who could not qualify for standard mortgages to become home owners even though they might not have had the credit history and income to support repayment of the loans. The problem typically occurs with adjustable rate mortgages (ARMs) after the initial fixed interest rate period expires (often three years) and the interest rate converts to market. Because ARMs often offer "teaser" initial interest rates well below market for the first few years, monthly payments may increase by several hundred dollars when the loan converts to market rate. When property values were increasing, as was the case from 2000 to 2006, homeowners had the option of refinancing to a new loan when the initial rate expired. However, in the current market with declining values, homeowners may owe more than the resale value of their home, making refinancing impossible. As a result of these conditions, there has been a significant rise in foreclosure rates, and changes in mortgage underwriting standards is likely to have greater impacts on low-income families than other segments of the community. Diamond Bar is similar to most other communities with regard to private sector home financing programs. As discussed in the previous chapter, Diamond Bar utilizes tax exempt multi -family revenue bonds which provide a lower interest rate than is available through conventional financing. This program helps to address funding for low-income multi -family projects. Under state law, it is illegal for real estate lending institutions to discriminate against entire neighborhoods in lending practices because of the physical or economic conditions in the area ("redlining"). In monitoring new construction sales, re -sales of existing homes, and permits for remodeling, it would not appear that redlining is practiced in any area of the City. C. Fair Housing State law also prohibits discrimination in the development process or in real property transactions, and it is the City's policy to uphold the law in this regard. As a participating city in the Los Angeles County Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program, the City of Diamond Bar has access to services of the San Gabriel Valley and Long Beach Fair Housing Foundations for fair housing outreach and education, and counseling on housing discrimination complaints. Conexus IV -16 Draft — May S, ZUL)d City of Diamond Bar Housing Element V. Housing Action Plan V. HOUSING ACTION PLAN Chapters II through IV of the Housing Element describe the housing needs, opportunities and constraints in the City of Diamond Bar. The following Housing Action Plan presents the City's six-year Housing Plan for the 2008-2014 period. This Plan sets forth Diamond Bar's goals, policies, and programs to address the identified housing needs of the City. A. GOALS AND POLICIES IT IS THE OVERALL GOAL OF THE PLAN THAT THERE BE ADEQUATE HOUSING IN THE CITY, BOTH IN QUALITY AND QUANTITY, TO PROVIDE APPROPRIATE SHELTER FOR ALL WITHOUT DISCRIMINATION. The goals and policies of the Housing Element presented in the following section address Diamond Bar's identified housing needs and are implemented through a series of housing programs offered through the Planning and Environmental Services Department. Within this overarching goal, the City has established goals and policies to address the development, maintenance and improvement of the housing stock. GOAL 1 Consistent with the Vision Statement, preserve and conserve the existing housing stock and maintain property values and residents' quality of life. Policy 1.1 Continue to offer home improvement and rehabilitation assistance to low- and moderate -income households, including seniors and the disabled. Policy 1.2 Continue to use the neighborhood improvement program to bring substandard units into compliance with City codes and improve overall housing conditions in Diamond Bar. Policy 1.3 Promote increased awareness among property owners and residents of the importance of property maintenance to long-term housing quality. GOAL 2 Consistent with the Vision Statement, provide opportunities for development of suitable housing to meet the diverse needs of existing and future residents. Policy 2.1 Provide favorable home purchasing options to low- and moderate - income households through City and other homebuyer assistance Conexus V-1 Draft - May 5, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element V. Housing Action Plan programs. Policy 2.2 Develop additional outreach and advertising to make more residents aware of homebuyer assistance programs and to enhance program utilization. Policy 2.3 Maintain affordability controls on government -assisted housing units in the City. Policy 2.4 Facilitate the development of second units as a means to provide affordable housing opportunities in existing neighborhoods. GOAL 3 Provide adequate sites through appropriate land use and zoning designations to accommodate future housing growth. Policy 3.1 Maintain an inventory of potential sites available for future housing development. Policy 3.2 Limit development of vacant Medium High Density (RMH) and High Density (RH) designated properties to multi -family use. Policy 3.3 Integrate multi -family residential uses within the Tres Hermanos Specific Plan. Policy 3.4 Coordinate with local colleges and universities in provision of housing for faculty and staff. GOAL 4 Mitigate potential governmental constraints which may hinder or discourage housing development in Diamond Bar. Policy 4.1 Continue to provide regulatory incentives and concessions to facilitate affordable housing development in the City. Policy 4.2 Promote the expeditious processing and approval of residential projects that meet General Plan policies and City regulatory requirements. Policy 4.3 Consider granting parking exceptions, on a case by case basis, for multi -family projects. Pursuant to the City's Affordable Housing Incentives Ordinance, provide parking reductions for projects with an affordable housing component Policy 4.4 Periodically review City regulations, ordinances, departmental processing procedures and residential fees related to rehabilitation Conexus V-2 Drcft — May 5, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element V. Housing Action Plan and/or construction to assess their impact on housing costs, and revise as appropriate. GOAL 5 Consistent with the Vision Statement, encourage equal and fair housing opportunities for all economic segments of the community. Policy 5.1 Continue to enforce fair housing laws prohibiting arbitrary discrimination in the building, financing, selling or renting of housing on the basis of race, religion, family status, national origin, physical handicap or other such circumstances. Policy 5.2 Refer persons with fair housing complaints to the appropriate agency for investigation and resolution. Policy 5.3 Encourage apartment managers and owners to attend fair housing seminars offered by the Apartment Association of Greater Los Angeles. B. HOUSING PROGRAMS The goals and policies contained in the Housing Element address Diamond Bar's identified housing needs, and are implemented through a series of housing programs offered through Development Services Department. Housing programs define the specific actions the City will undertake to achieve the stated goals and policies. According to Section 65583 of the State Government Code, a city's housing programs must address the following five major areas: • Conserving the existing supply of affordable housing; • Assisting in the provision of housing; • Providing adequate sites to achieve a variety and diversity of housing; • Removing governmental constraints as necessary; and • Promoting equal housing opportunity Diamond Bar's housing plan for addressing unmet needs, removing constraints, and achieving quantitative and qualitative objectives is described in this section according to the above five areas. The housing programs described on the following pages include existing programs as well as new programs added to address the City's unmet housing needs. The program summary (Table V-1) included at the end of this chapter specifies for each program six-year objective(s), funding source(s), and agency responsible for implementation of the program. Conexus V-3 Craft — May 5, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element V. Housing Action Plan CONSERVING THE EXISTING SUPPLY OF AFFORDABLE HOUSING Conserving and improving the housing stock is an important goal for Diamond Bar. Although the majority of the City's housing stock is in good condition, nearly 20 percent of the housing stock is 30 years or older, the age when most homes begin to require major rehabilitation improvements. By identifying older residential neighborhoods for potential housing rehabilitation, the City has taken a pro -active approach to maintaining the quality of its current housing stock. The focus neighborhoods identified by this Plan as evidencing physical problem conditions can be specifically targeted for City housing improvement assistance. 1. Residential Neighborhood Improvement Program The City implements a pro -active Neighborhood Improvement Program. Neighborhood inspections are conducted on a regular basis throughout the entire city. The checklist for residential violations includes inoperable vehicles, trash storage, parking on paved areas only, structure maintenance, landscape maintenance, and fence and wall maintenance. After the neighborhood inspection, letters are sent out to all property owners in areas where violations have been observed. A follow-up inspection will be conducted, at which time, any noticed properties found to be in violation of the Municipal Code are subject to a $100 citation. When problems are observed, inspectors may refer residents to the Single Family Rehabilitation loan program, or to civic organizations which assist elderly householders with minor paint and repair, yard cleanup and junk cars through the "Paint the Town" minor repair and rehabilitation program. Six-year objective: Continue to implement the neighborhood improvement program, and direct eligible households to available rehabilitation assistance in order to correct code violations. Provide focused code enforcement and rehabilitation assistance in neighborhoods evidencing concentrations of deteriorating units. 2. Home Improvement Program and "Paint the Town" The City supports the Diamond Bar Improvement Association for the "Paint the Town" which uses volunteer labor and CDBG funds to purchase supplies. Through this annual event organized by the Homeowners Association, civic organizations assist elderly, low/moderate income householders with minor paint and repair, yard cleanup and junk cars. Applicants are selected by income verification as well as needs assessment. In addition, the City set aside CDBG funds for minor home repair, Home Improvement Program, where low/moderate income householders could receive $5,000 grant and/or $10,000 no interest loan for home repair and rehabilitation. Six-year objective: Minor repair and rehabilitation for 10 units annually. Conexus v-4 Draft — May 5, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element V. Housing Action Plan 3. Single -Family Rehabilitation Program Diamond Bar participates in the Los Angeles County Single Family Rehabilitation Program which assists low/moderate income (up to 120 percent of AMI) single- family homeowners who need property rehabilitation. The maximum loan amount is $25,000, although loan amounts typically vary from $15,000 to $25,000. Code Enforcement Officers have identified four older neighborhoods for focused marketing of available County housing rehabilitation programs. Six-year objective: The City will continue to advertise the County program which provides rehabilitation loans to qualified low- and moderate -income homeowners. 4. Section 8 Rental Assistance Program The Section 8 Rental Assistance Program extends rental subsidies to very -low- income households who spend more than 30 percent of their gross income on housing. Rental assistance not only addresses housing affordability, but also overcrowding by assisting families that may be "doubling up" in order to afford rent. The Los Angeles County Housing Authority coordinates Section 8 rental assistance on behalf of the City, with $9 households (July ,2007) currently participating in the program. Six-year objective: The City's objective is to continue current levels of Section 8 rental assistance, and to direct eligible households to the County program. 5. Preservation of Assisted Housing Diamond Bar contains only one assisted housing project, the 149 -unit Seasons Apartments (formerly "Heritage Park"), for senior citizens. This project was constructed in 1988 and was originally financed under the Los Angeles County Multi -Family Mortgage Revenue Bond program. The project was refinanced in November 1999 under the California Community Development Authority's Multi - Family Housing Re -funding Bond, and was transferred to the Corporate Fund for Housing, a non-profit organization. According to the terms of the new bond acireement, income restrictions for residents and corresponding rent limits were set. For the duration of the bond, which expires December 2, 2034, all units will be affordable: 30 units (20%) will be very -low-income, 82 units (55%) will be low- income, and 37 units will be moderate -income (defined as 100% AMI). Six-year objective: Preserve 100% of the 149 low- and moderate -income units in the Seasons Apartments. 6. Mobilehome Park Preservation There are two mobile home parks in Diamond Bar, both located in the western portion of the City: Diamond Bar Estates and Walnut Creek Estates. These mobile home parks were developed before incorporation of the City on land previously Conexus V-5 Draft - May 5, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element V. Housing Action Plan designated as Industrial under the County's jurisdiction. The Diamond Bar General Plan Land Use Map adopted in 1995 designated both mobilehome parks "residential" in order to preserve their status and prevent future inconsistencies. Any proposed land use change to the mobile home parks would require an amendment to the City's General Plan and Zoning Ordinance, as well as adherence to State mobile home park closure requirements. Six-year objective: The City will continue to support preservation of its two mobilehome parks as important affordable housing resources. ASSISTING IN THE PROVISION OF HOUSING To enable more households to attain homeownership in Diamond Bar, the City participates in two mortgage assistance programs: the Homebuyer Assistance Program and the Mortgage Credit Certificate (MCC). These programs are very important given that housing prices in Diamond Bar rank among the highest in eastern Los Angeles County and northern Orange County. The city ' is also supportive of the development of senior housing to meet the needs of its growing senior population. 7. First -Time Homebuyer Assistance Programs In partnership with Los Angeles County, Diamond Bar offers a first-time homebuyer assistance -program and Mortgage Credit Certificates. To be eligible, families must meet the specified income requirements and be able to pay a 5 - percent down payment on their home The maximum sales price for a home through the program in 2008 is ! The maximum price of a home purchased in conjunction with the Mortgage Credit Certificate program is for an existing home and $ , 1 for anew home. a. Home Ownership Program (HOP) The City participates in the Los Angeles County Home Ownership Program (HOP) which provides zero -interest loans with no repayment due until the home is sold, transferred, or refinanced. Maximum loan"amounf is $15,000 . ..... +h,- lore+ Ths'..h�rK?: is b. Mortgage Credit Certificate (MCC) The Mortgage Credit Certificate (MCC) program is a federal program that allows qualified first-time homebuyers to take an annual credit against federal income taxes of up to 15 percent of the annual interest paid on the applicant's mortgage. This enables homebuyers to have more income available to qualify for a mortgage loan and make the monthly mortgage payments. The value of the MCC must be taken into consideration by the mortgage lender in underwriting the loan and may be used to adjust the Conexus V-6 Draft — May 5, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element V. Housing Action Plan borrower's federal income tax withholding. The MCC program has covenant restrictions to ensure the affordability of the participating homes for a period of 15 years. MCCs can be used in conjunction with the Home Ownership Program (HOP). Six-year objective: The City will advertise these programs and provide brochures to interested homebuyers. In addition, the City will work with realtors to make there aware of these programs. Through the County, the City will continue to provide HOP loans and MCCs to qualified first-time homebuyers. The objective is to provide six HOP and six MCC loans per year depending on availability. 8. Development of Senior and Workforce Housing With growing portion of the City's population 65 years of age and above, Diamond Bar will experience a significant need for senior housing and services. Particularly those seniors 75 years+ begin to require housing with a supportive service component. The city currently has only one senior housing facility, the Seasons Apartments. Occupations for which high housing costs make it difficult to live in the community where the householder is employed include teachers, police and firefighters. The City will assist in establishing a second senior facility and developing workforce housing in several ways. First, the City will identify suitable sites for development. Second, the City will offer regulatory incentives, and/or direct financial assistance appropriate to the project. The following are among the types of incentives which may be provided: Contributions to off-site improvements (e.g. traffic mitigation, infrastructure upgrades, etc) Flexible development standards (reduced parking, reduced open space, modified setbacks, etc) • Density bonuses City support in affordable housing funding applications • Reduction in development fees Direct financial assistance Pursuant to the City's Affordable Housing Incentives Ordinance, the City provides modified development standards, including parking reductions, for senior and affordable projects. A portion of the City's CDBG funds can be used to help finance senior and workforce housing projects. New housing developments in Diamond Bar may also be eligible for City of Industry funds, as well as other funding sources identified in the Resources chapter of the Element. Typically, local government assistance can serve as gap financing to bridge the difference between the total project cost and the equity investment plus market -rate debt. Conexus V-7 Draft - May 5, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element V. Housing Action Plan Six-year objective: The City will identify and evaluate sites suitable for new senior, workforce housing and will contact land/property owners regarding the City's interest in assisting in the development of senior and workforce housing, provide information on available regulatory and financial incentives, and assist developers in applying for funds. PROVIDING ADEQUATE HOUSING SITES A major element in meeting the housing needs of all segments of the community is the provision of adequate sites of all types, sizes and prices of housing. The City's General Plan, Development Code, and specific plans dictate where housing may be built, thereby affecting the availability of land for residential development. Specific locations for housing sites are depicted in the map presented in Appendix B. 9. Land Use Element The Land Use Element of the General Plan, as discussed in Chapter III, provides for a variety of housing types in Diamond Bar, with densities ranging from one unit per acre_ to 20 dwelling units er acre. 10. Mixed Use Development The City is supportive of mixed-use development which would provide housing close to places of employment. The Specific Plan (SP) overlay designation can facilitate large-scale development areas in which residential, commercial, recreational, public facilities, and other land uses may be permitted. The Tres Hermanos Conservation Authority has been established with the City of Chino Hills to cooperatively plan for the future use of the 2,700 -acre area. known as Tres Hermanos. At the present time,. planning efforts are focused primarily on the Transportation Corridor. Portions of this property (720 acres) are included within Diamond Bar's corporate limits in Planning Area 1. The City's General Plan currently provides for up to 144 residential units on this site, with no further Conexus V-8 Draft — May 5, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element V, Housing Action Plan definition of the unit type. Policy 3.3 provides specific direction for inclusion of multi -family units in this area. In addition to this residential component, facilities that may be developed in Tres Hermanos include educational institutions, a water reservoir for practical and aesthetic purposes, commercial developments, and churches, institutional and other uses that are complimentary to the overall objective of a master planned development. The upper portions of this site adjacent Diamond Ranch High School can readily tie into infrastructure and could support multi -family as well as single-family development within the current planning period. The Tres Hermanos property is currently owned by the City of Industry Redevelopment Agency, whose housing set-aside funds, administered by the County of Los Angeles Community Development Commission, could assist the development of affordable units. Six-year objective: The City will work in cooperation with Tres Hermanos Conservation Authority to realize mixed residential development in Tres Hermanos. The following milestones are anticipated: 1) Define the land use concept in cooperation with the Conservation Authority; 2) Develop Specific Plain; 3) Complete environmental clearance; 4) Site preparation; 5) Development. While the City is moving forward to begin planning Tres Hermanos, it is premature to conclude whether the residential development component will be completed during this planning period. 11. Second Units The City's Development Code permits second units by right in the RR and RL Districts. Second units ore allowed on lots between 10,000 and 20,000 square feet in size. The maximum size of the second unit is 600 square feet. If the lot is over 20,000 square feet, the maximum size of the second unit is up to 1,200 square feet. A second unit may be rented. Five second units were approved during the previous planning period (1998-2007). Six-year objective: While the City is not reliant on second units to address its regional housing needs, second units can contribute to the provision of lower cost rental housing, particularly for seniors. The City will continue to encourage construction of second dwelling units pursuant to the provisions of its Second Unit Ordinance, and will develop an informational handout in 2009 for distribution at the public counter. REMOVING GOVERNMENTAL CONSTRAINTS Under current State law, the Housing Element must address, and where legally possible, remove governmental constraints affecting the maintenance, improvement, and development of housing. The following programs are designed to mitigate government constraints on residential development and facilitate the development of a variety of housing. 12. Affordable Housing Incentives/Density Bonus Conexus V-9 Draft — May 5, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element V. Housing Action Plan In order to specifically facilitate the development of affordable housing, the City utilizes Affordable Housing Incentives/ Density Bonus Provisions (Development Code Chapter 22.18). Incentives provided for in Chapter 22.18 apply to developments of five or more dwelling units. If a density bonus and/or other incentives cannot be accommodated on a parcel due to strict compliance with the provisions of the Development Code, the Council is authorized to waive or modify the development standards as necessary to accommodate all bonus units and other incentives to which the development is entitled. The City will consider appropriate changes to the Development Code to address the provisions of SB 1818 before 2010. Six-year objective: The City will consider appropriate changes to the Development Code to address the provisions of SB 1818, and also develop a handout summarizing the benefits and requirements of its affordable housing incentives/density bonus provisions. The summary handout will be prepared and distributed to the development community. These incentives and provisions will be particularly important to potential developers of affordable senior housing. 13. Efficient Project Processing The City is committed to a streamlined development process, and has adopted procedures to facilitate project processing. A prospective applicant or agent proposing development is strongly encouraged to request a pre -application conference with the Development Services Department before formal submittal of an application. The purpose of this conference is to inform the applicant of City requirements as they apply to the proposed development project, review the procedures outlined in the Development Code, explore possible alternatives or modifications, and identify necessary technical studies and required information relating to future entitlement review. Six-year objective: The City will continue to offer streamlined development processing, and will periodically review departmental processing procedures to ensure efficient project processing. PROMOTING EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES To adequately meet the housing needs of all segments of the community, the housing plan must include program(s) that promote housing opportunities for all persons regardless of race, religion, gender, family size, marital status, ancestry, national origin, color, age, or physical disability. 14. Fair Housing Program As a participating city in the Los Angeles County CDBG program, Diamond Bar has access to the services of the San Gabriel Valley and Long Beach Fair Housing Foundations for fair housing outreach and education, and counseling Conexus V-10 Draft — May 5, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element V. Housing Action Plan on housing discrimination complaints. The City will actively advertise the fair housing program through placement of fair housing service brochures at the public counter, at the Senior Center, through the City's newsletter, and on the City website. Apartment owners and managers are among the most important groups to educate about fair housing issues, rights and responsibilities. The Apartment Association of Greater Los Angeles conducts seminars on state, federal and local Fair Housing laws and problems of housing. In order to bring up these issues in the local community, the City will sponsor a seminar at which the Apartment Association makes a presentation and initiates discussion of fair housing issues with local apartment owners and managers. Six-year objective: The City will continue to promote fair housing practices, provide educational information on fair housing to the public, and specifically sponsor a Fair Housing seminar in the community in conjunction with the Greater Los Angeles Apartment Association no later than June 2010. Fair Housing information will be disseminated at libraries, senior centers, recreation centers, and social security and employment offices. The City will continue to refer fair housing complaints to the San Gabriel Valley and Long Beach Fair Housing Foundations, and maintain an open dialogue with the Foundations regarding the nature of complaints received. Table V-1 Housing Implementation Program Summary Six•Year Objectiv(s) & Funding Responsible Dept,or Housing Program Program Goal ..: .. Time Frame ,. cy Sources) AgenConserving CDBG Development Services the Existing Supply,.. 1. Residential Proactive program conducts , Provide citywide focused Neighborhood neighborhood inspections neighborhood improvement Dept. Improvement on a regular basis linked with rehabilitation Program throughout entire city. assistance. Implementation ongoing. 2. Home Improvement Improve neighborhoods Provide minor repair/rehab to Volunteers Development Services Program for minor evidencing deferred 10 units annually. CDBG Dept.; Homeowners home repair maintenance through Implementation ongoing. Associations property maintenance and rehab. 3. Single -Family Provide loans to lower- Provide ongoing CDBG Development Services. Rehabilitation income homeowners to help advertisement of loans HOME County LA Community Program them rehabilitate their available through the County Development homes. for qualified homeowners. Commission Implementation ongoing. 4. Section 8 Rental Provide rental subsidies to Continue current levels of HUD Los Angeles County Assistance very low-income rental assistance and direct Housing Authority Program households. eligible households to the County program. Implementation ongoing. 5. Preservation of Preserve existing stock of Preserve 149 low/mod units None Development Services Assisted Housing subsidized housing in The Seasons Senior required Dept. Apartments. Implementation ongoing 6. Mobile Home Park Support preservation of Maintain residential zoning, None Development Services Conexus V-1 I Draft — May S, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element V. Housing Action Plan Conexus V-12 Draft — May 5, 2008 Six -Year Objective(s) &',. Funding Responsible Dept or Housing Program Program Goal Time Frame '. Source(s) ,! Agency Preservation City's two mobile home and enforce State closure required Dept. parks as affordable housing. requirements as necessary. Implementation ongoing. Assisting in the Provision of Housing 7. First-time Expandhomeownership Provide 6 HOPs and 6 MCCs CDBG, Development Services Homebuyer opportunities for low- and annually based on HOME Dept., County Assistance moderate -income availability. implementation Community Programs homebuyers. ongoing. Development Commission 8. Senior and Provide additional senior Evaluate sites, contact CDBG, Development Services Workforce Housing and affordable rental property owners within two Industry Set- Dept., County Development housing to address City's years. Aside, Tax Community growing senior population, Credits, Development and housing overpayment other Commission among renters. Providing Adequate Residential Sites 9. Land Use Element Provide adequate sites at Maintain. current sites General DevelDpment Services varying densities for future inventory, coupled with Fund Dept. housing development. incentives for affordable production. 10. Mixed Use Provide expanded areas for Work with Tres Hermanos General Development Services Development mixed residential Conservation Authority to Fund Dept. development in places close develop joint Specific Plan. to employment. 11, Second Units Provide opportunities for Development informational General Development Services scattered second unit rentals handout on second units in Fund Dept. integrated in single-family 2004 1. neighborhoods. Development Services Removing Governmental 12. Affordable Housing Constraints Facilitate the production of Consider appropriate General Incentives/ affordable housing through changes to the Development Fund Dept. Density Bonus provision of regulatory and Code to address SB 1818 financial assistance. before 2010, 13. Efficient Project Provide efficient Continue to offer streamline General Development Services Processing development processing development processing, and Fund procedures periodically review procedures. Implementation ongoing. Promoting Equal Housing Opportunities 14. Fair Housing Further fair housing Provide educational General Development Services Program practices in the community. information on fair housing to Fund, CDBG Dept.; San Gabriel the public, and sponsor Valley and Long Beach seminar in 2008-09. Refer fair Fair Housing housing complaints to the San Foundations Gabriel and Long Beach Fair Housing Foundations, and develop ongoing dialogue regarding nature of complaints received. Implementation ongoing. Conexus V-12 Draft — May 5, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element V. Housing Action Plan Table V-2 Quantified Objectives 2008-2014 Citv of Diamond Bar Income Cate ory Ex. Low V. Low Low Mod Upper: Totals New construction (1) 284 179 188 439 1,090 Rehabilitation 25 25 50 Conservation (2) 76 82 37 i 195 1. Quantified objective for new construction is for the period 1/l/2006-613012014 per the RHNA 2, Section 8 units + The Seasons senior apartments Conexus V-13 Draft — May 5, 2008 City of Diamond Bar Housing Element Appendix A - Evaluation of Prior Housing Element Appendix A - Evaluation of the Prior Housing Element Section 65588(a) of the Government Code requires that jurisdictions evaluate the effectiveness of the existing Housing Element, the appropriateness of goals, objectives and policies, and the progress in implementing programs for the previous planning period. This appendix contains a review the housing goals, policies, and programs of the previous housing element, and evaluates the degree to which these programs have been implemented during the previous planning period, 2001 through 2007. This analysis also includes an assessment of the appropriateness of goals, objectives and policies. The findings from this evaluation have been instrumental in determining the City's 2008 Housing Implementation Program. Table A-1 summarizes the programs contained in the previous Housing Element along with the source of funding, program objectives, accomplishments, and implications for future policies and actions. Table A-2 summarizes the goals and policies contained in the previous Housing Element along with an assessment of their appropriateness for the new planning period. Table A-3 summarizes new units built during the previous Housing Element period. Table A-4 presents the City's progress in meeting the quantified objectives from the previous Housing Element. 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As noted in Chapter III, units built after January 1, 2006 are credited toward the RHNA allocation for the new planning period. Table A-3 in Appendix A summarizes housing units completed during 2006 and 2007. During these two years, two second units and 196 single-family homes were built. The second units are assigned to the moderate -income category since the typical apartment rent falls within the moderate category (see Tables II -17 and II -19). The single-family homes and condos are assumed to be in the above moderate income category. Table B-1 and Figure B-1 summarize approved projects and vacant parcels suitable for residential development. These parcels can accommodate a total of 971 dwelling units. Market -rate rental apartments were assigned to the moderate -income category based on income limits for affordability 11-19).egeries and w for-saletal market survey detached andescribed in attached Chapter II (see Table I were assigned to the above -moderate category. 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ROLL CALL Present: Commissioners Kwang Ho Lee, Kathleen Nolan, Jack Shah and Vice Chairman Tony Torng, Chairman Steve Nelson Also present: Nancy Fong, Community Development Director; Greg Gubman, Planning Manager; Ann Lungu, Associate Planner; Brad Wohlenbeg, Assistant City Attorney; and Stella Marquez, Senior Administrative Assistant. 2. MATTERS FROM THE AUDIENCE/PUBLIC COMMENTS: None 3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: As presented. 4. CONSENT CALENDAR: 4.1 Minutes of Regular Meeting of March 25, 2008. C/Lee moved, C/Nolan seconded to approve the March 25, 2008, Minutes as presented. Motion carried by the following Roll Call vote: AYES: COMMISSIONERS: NOES: COMMISSIONERS: ABSTAIN: COMMISSIONERS: ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: 5. OLD BUSINESS: None. 6. NEW BUSINESS: None. 7. PUBLIC HEARINGS: Lee, Nolan, VC/Torng None Chair/Nelson None 7.1 Development Review No. 2008-07 — Under the authority of Development Code Section 22.48, the applicant requested approval to add approximately APRIL 22, 2008 as"L PAGE 2 PLANNING COMMISSION 1,112 square feet to enlarge the existing lobby of the Best Western Hotel in order to provide food service and additional offices. PROJECT ADDRESS PROPERTY OWNER/ 259 Gentle Springs Lane Diamond Bar, CA 91765 Manish Patel Ratan Hospitality, LLC 1205 W. Sierra Madre Avenue Glendora, CA 91741 APPLICANT: EPIC Design Build 1232 Monte Vista Avenue #4 Upland, CA 91786 AssocP/Lungu presented staff's report and recommended Planning Commission approval of Development Review No. 2008-07, findings of Fact, and conditions of approval as listed within the resolution. Chair/Nelson asked how many semi -trucks with trailers might occupy the parking lot. AssocP/Lungu said she did not have specific data. When she drove by the site this morning there was one in the parking lot. Sometimes trucks park on Gentle Springs and staff is encouraging them to instead park on site. Chair/Nelson asked how street parking would be policed. CDD/Fong responded that because it is a private street the property owner is responsible for policing truck parking and that is why staff conditioned the project accordingly. C/Nolan stated she visited the site this afternoon, spoke with the front desk clerk and toured the site both front and rear. There was one truck parked in the front and there is ample parking available at the rear of the property. The proposed design for the facility is beautiful and the landscaping design is fabulous. She said she felt it was a great project. Chair/Nelson opened the public hearing. Marie Cunningham, EPIC Design Build, said she had no comments butwas happy to address any questions or concerns the Commissioners might have. Chair/Nelson asked Ms. Cunningham to comment on street parking and whether the hotel expected such a large number that the trucks would find it necessary to park on the street. The goal is to keep trucks off of Gentle APRIL 22, 2008 PAGE 3 PLANNING COMMISSION Springs. Ms. Cunningham said she felt it was a reasonable request. The amount of rigs varies but generally does not exceed more than three or four at one time. The truckers used to park in the Kmart lot but were asked not to do so. Chair/Nelson asked if the hotel planned to regulate the matter and Ms. Cunningham responded that there are plans to indicate that parking is available on-site. Manish Patel explained that the numbers of parking spaces reported by AssocP/Lungu were predicated on 100 percent occupancy. Normal occupancy rate is about 50-60 percent. Chair/Nelson closed the public hearing. VC/Torng moved, C/Nolan seconded, to approve Development Review No. 2008-07, Findings of Fact, and subject to conditions of approval as listed within the resolution. Motion carried by the following Roll Call vote: AYES: COMMISSIONERS: Lee, Nolan, Shah, VC/Torng, Chair/Nelson NOES: COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT COMMISSIONERS:. None 7.2 Development Review No. 2007-35 and Minor _Conditional Use Permit No. 2008-05 — Under the authority of Development Code Sections 22.48, 22.22.56 and 22.66, the applicant requested approval to convert an existing garage to 560 square feet of livable area, and add a 1,201 square foot four - car garage and tennis court in the rear yard. The Minor Conditional Use Permit approval is for maintaining the existing nonconforming front yard setback. The project site is developed with a two-story residence of 2,558 square feet with a two -car garage and swimming pool. PROJECT ADDRESS PROJECT OWNER: 2759 Steeplechase Lane Diamond Bar, CA 91765 Dong Hong 2759 Steeplechase Lane Diamond Bar, CA 91765 APPLICANT: David Y. Hu 18071 Arenth Avenue City of Industry, CA 91748 APRIL 22, 2008 PAGE 4 PLANNING COMMISSION AssocP/Lungu presented staff's report and recommended Planning Commission approval of Development Review No. 2007-35 and Minor Conditional Use Permit No. 2008-05, Findings of Fact, and conditions of approval as listed within the resolution. VC/Torng asked how far the four -car garage was located away from the residence and whether that it was a reasonable design standard due to the distance between the two. Is there a walkway to the pool/tennis court area. CDD/Fong said she saw steps down to the pool area. AssocP/Lungu said she could not recall any specific code requiring the garage to be within a certain distance of the house. There is a parking area at the rear of the home. AssocP/Lungu clarified the conditions of approval for the garage including the need to widen the tandem garage to 20 feet. There were no ex parte disclosures. Chair/Nelson opened the public hearing. David Hu, applicant, stated that his original intention was to build a guesthouse and in the middle of the process that began in 2003, the applicant changed her mind. However, in the meantime, the code changed. The owner needs room inside the house but discovered she was only allowed to build the garage. She would prefer to have an attached garage and will probably use the concrete pad to unload groceries and other items before continuing on to park in the garage. Mr. Hu responded to VC/Torng that he concurred with the conditions of approval. Chair/Nelson closed the public hearing. C/Nolan moved, C/Lee seconded, to approve Development Review No. 2007-35 and Minor Conditional Use Permit No. 2008-05, Finding of Facts and conditions of approval as listed within the resolution. AYES: COMMISSIONERS: Lee, Nolan, Shah, VC/Torng, Chair/Nelson NOES: COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT COMMISSIONERS: None orn� n 7 - APRIL APRIL 22, 2008 PAGE 5 PLANNING COMMISSION 8. PLANNING COMMISSIONER COMMENTS/INFORMATIONAL ITEMS: VC/Torng complimented staff on the wonderful City Birthday Party. Chair/Nelson concurred that the City Birthday Party was the best to date. Staff is to be commended. 9. STAFF COMMENTS/INFORMATIONAL ITEMS: 9.1 Public Hearing dates for future projects. CDD/Fong announced that Ann Lungu would retire the end of May. 10. SCHEDULE OF FUTURE EVENTS: As listed in tonight's agenda. ADJOURNMENT: With no further business before the Planning Commission, Chairman Nelson adjourned the regular meeting at 7:40 p.m. Attest: Respectfully Submitted, Nancy Fong, Community Development Director Steve Nelson, Chairman -_ �• a it ,"i r MINUTES OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION APRIL 22, 2008 CALL TO ORDER: Chairman Nelson called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m. in the South Coast Air Quality Management District/Government Center Auditorium, 21865 Copley Drive, Diamond Bar, CA 91765. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Commissioner Nolan led the Pledge of Allegiance. 1. ROLL CALL Present: Commissioners Kwang Ho Lee, Kathleen Nolan, Jack Shah and Vice Chairman Tony Torng, Chairman Steve Nelson Also present: Nancy Fong, Community Development Director; Greg Gubman, Planning Manager; Ann Lungu, Associate Planner; Brad Wohlenbeg, Assistant City Attorney; and Stella Marquez, Senior Administrative Assistant. 2. MATTERS FROM THE AUDIENCE/PUBLIC COMMENTS: None 3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: As presented. 4. CONSENT CALENDAR: 4.1 Minutes of Regular Meeting of March 25, 2008. C/Lee moved, C/Nolan seconded to approve the March 25, 2008, Minutes as presented. Motion carried by the following Roll Call vote: AYES: COMMISSIONERS: NOES: COMMISSIONERS: ABSTAIN: COMMISSIONERS: ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: 5. OLD BUSINESS: None. 6. NEW BUSINESS: None. 7. PUBLIC HEARINGS: Lee, Nolan, VC/Torng None Chair/Nelson None 7.1 Development Review No. 2008-07 — Under the authority of Development Code Section 22.48, the applicant requested approval to add approximately APRIL 22, 2008 PAGE 2 Q A If—IT PLANNING COMMISSION 1,112 square feet to enlarge the existing lobby of the Best Western Hotel in order to provide food service and additional offices. PROJECT ADDRESS PROPERTY OWNER/ 259 Gentle Springs Lane Diamond Bar, CA 91765 Manish Patel Ratan Hospitality, LLC 1205 W. Sierra Madre Avenue Glendora, CA 91741 APPLICANT: EPIC Design Build 1232 Monte Vista Avenue #4 Upland, CA 91786 AssocP/Lunge presented staff's report and recommended Planning Commission approval of Development Review No. 2008-07, findings of Fact, and conditions of approval as listed within the resolution. Chair/Nelson asked how many semi -trucks with trailers might occupy the parking lot. AssocP/Lungu said she did not have specific data. When she drove by the site this morning there was one in the parking lot. Sometimes trucks park on Gentle Springs and staff is encouraging them to instead park on site. Chair/Nelson asked how street parking would be policed. CDD/Fong responded that because it is a private street the property owner is responsible for policing truck parking and that is why staff conditioned the project accordingly. C/Nolan stated she visited the site this afternoon, spoke with the front desk clerk and toured the site both front and rear. There was one truck parked in the front and there is ample parking available at the rear of the property. The proposed design for the facility is beautiful and the landscaping design is fabulous. She said she felt it was a great project. Chair/Nelson opened the public hearing. Marie Cunningham, EPIC Design Build, said she had no comments butwas happy to address any questions or concerns the Commissioners might have. Chair/Nelson asked Ms. Cunningham to comment on street parking and whether the hotel expected such a large number that the trucks would find it necessary to park on the street. The goal is to keep trucks off of Gentle APRIL 22, 2008 PAGE 3 PLANNING COMMISSION Springs. Ms. Cunningham said she felt it was a reasonable request. The amount of rigs varies but generally does not exceed more than three or four at one time. The truckers used to park in the Kmart lot but were asked not to do so. Chair/Nelson asked if the hotel planned to regulate the matter and Ms. Cunningham responded that there are plans to indicate that parking is available on-site. Manish Patel explained that the numbers of parking spaces reported by AssocP/Lungu were predicated on 100 percent occupancy. Normal occupancy rate is about 50-60 percent. Chair/Nelson closed the public hearing. VC/Torng moved, C/Nolan seconded, to approve Development Review No. 2008-07, Findings of Fact, and subject to conditions of approval as listed within the resolution. Motion carried by the following Roll Call vote: AYES: COMMISSIONERS: Lee, Nolan, Shah, VC/Torng, Chair/Nelson NOES: COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT COMMISSIONERS:. None 7.2 Development Review No. 2007-35 and Minor Conditional Use Permit No. 2008-05 — Under the authority of Development Code Sections 22.48, 22.22.56 and 22.66, the applicant requested approval to convert an existing garage to 560 square feet of livable area, and add a 1,201 square foot four - car garage and tennis court in the rear yard. The Minor Conditional Use Permit approval is for maintaining the existing nonconforming front yard setback. The project site is developed with a two-story residence of 2,558 square feet with a two -car garage and swimming pool. PROJECT ADDRESS: PROJECT OWNER: 2759 Steeplechase Lane Diamond Bar, CA 91765 Dong Hong 2759 Steeplechase Lane Diamond Bar, CA 91765 APPLICANT: David Y. Hu 18071 Arenth Avenue City of Industry, CA 91748 D s APRIL 22, 2008 PAGE 4 PLANNING COMMISSION AssocP/Lungu presented staff's report and recommended Planning Commission approval of Development Review No. 2007-35 and Minor Conditional Use Permit No. 2008-05, Findings of Fact, and conditions of approval as listed within the resolution. VC/Torng asked how far the four -car garage was located away from the residence and whether that it was a reasonable design standard due to the distance between the two. Is there a walkway to the pool/tennis court area. CDD/Fong said she saw steps down to the pool area. AssocP/Lungu said she could not recall any specific code requiring the garage to be within a certain distance of the house. There is a parking area at the rear of the home. AssocP/Lungu clarified the conditions of approval for the garage including the need to widen the tandem garage to 20 feet. There were no ex parte disclosures. Chair/Nelson opened the public hearing. David Hu, applicant, stated that his original intention was to build a guesthouse and in the middle of the process that began in 2003, the applicant changed her mind. However, in the meantime, the code changed. The owner needs room inside the house but discovered she was only allowed to build the garage. She would prefer to have an attached garage and will probably use the concrete pad to unload groceries and other items before continuing on to park in the garage. Mr. Hu responded to VC/Torng that he concurred with the conditions of approval. Chair/Nelson closed the public hearing. C/Nolan moved, C/Lee seconded, to approve Development Review No. 2007-35 and Minor Conditional Use Permit No. 2008-05, Finding of Facts and conditions of approval as listed within the resolution. AYES: COMMISSIONERS: Lee, Nolan, Shah, VC/Torng, Chair/Nelson NOES: COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT COMMISSIONERS: None i rn) !9 i APRIL 22, 2008 PAGE 5 PLANNING COMMISSION 8. PLANNING COMMISSIONER COMMENTS/INFORMATIONAL ITEMS: VC/Torng complimented staff on the wonderful City Birthday Party. Chair/Nelson concurred that the City Birthday Party was the best to date. Staff is to be commended. 9. STAFF COMMENTS/INFORMATIONAL ITEMS: 9.1 Public Hearing dates for future projects. CDD/Fong announced that Ann Lungu would retire the end of May. 10. SCHEDULE OF FUTURE EVENTS: As listed in tonight's agenda. ADJOURNMENT: With no further business before the Planning Commission, Chairman Nelson adjourned the regular meeting at 7:40 p.m. Attest: Respectfully Submitted, Nancy Fong, Community Development Director Steve Nelson, Chairman III n 11 B III CITY OF DIAMOND BAR -- 21825 COPLEY DRIVE - DIAMOND BAR, CA 91765 - TEL. (909) 839-7030 _ FAX (909) 861-3117 AGENDA ITEM NUMBER: 6.1 MEETING DATE: May 13, 2008 CASE/FILE NUMBER: Comprehensive Sign Program No. 2007-01 PROJECT LOCATION: 1196 Diamond Bar Boulevard (APN: 8701-027-004) APPLICATION REQUEST: Under the authority of Development Code Section 22.36, the applicant is requesting approval of a Comprehensive Sign Program to reface the existing monument sign, and replace a panel on an existing multi -tenant monument sign, and update building mounted signs, directional signs and handicapped signs. PROPERTY OWNER: Bank of America 3424 Peachtree Road, NE, Suite 300 Atlanta, GA 30326 APPLICANT: Coast Sign, Incorporated 1500 W. Embassy Street Anaheim, CA 92802 STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Conditionally approve Page 1 CSP2007-01 BACKGROUND: A. Site Description The project site is a square shaped lot of approximately 22,342 square feet and is located at the northeast corner of Grand Avenue and Diamond Bar Boulevard adjacent to Diamond Bar Towne Center. Although the project site is a separate parcel, it is an integral part of the adjacent shopping center. The project site is developed with a one-story bank building with drive -up automatic teller machines. The building is approximately 6,748 square feet and was built in 1981. B. Project Description The proposed project consists of updating signs for Bank of America which includes refacing the existing monument sign, replacing a panel on an existing multi -tenant monument sign, and installing new wall signs, directional signs and handicapped signs. C. Site and Surroundinq General Plan, Zoning and Use Site General Plan Zone Uses Project Site General Regional Commercial (C-3) Financial Services Commercial C North C C-3 Commercial Uses South C C-3 Commercial Uses East C, Low Density Residential—Max. 3 C-3, Multiple Family Residential -Max. Lot Size Commercial Uses & Residential Condominiums DU/Acre (RL), 8,000 sq. ft. -30 Units Per Medium Density Acre (R -3-8,000-30U/ Acre Residential—Max 12 DU/Acre RM West C C-3 Commercial Uses ANALYSIS: A. Application and Review Authority (Sections 22.36) Because the proposed application consists of five or more signs for a new or existing development, a Comprehensive Sign Program is required. The Planning Commission is the review authority for this application. C. Comprehensive Sign Program (22.36) The purpose of a Comprehensive Sign Program is to integrate signs with the design of the buildings and achieve a unified architectural statement. Through the Comprehensive Sign Program, guidelines are established along with Page 2 CSP2007-01 flexibility in the application of sign regulations if the intent of the code is met. The following tables provide a summary of proposed signs as delineated in Exhibit "A" (Comprehensive Sign Program submitted by the applicant) and compliance status with the City's sign standards. Monument Siqns Type Proposed Quantity Size Location Meets Code Sign #1 1 Height: 5.33 ft; Corner of Diamond Yes Business ID Sign face area: 18.7 Bar Blvd. & Grand sq. ft. (face change) Ave. Sign #21 1 Height: .5 ft Diamond Bar Blvd. Yes Multi -tenant for Sign face area: 1.84 shopping center sq. ft.(panel change) The face change on the monument sign #1 reflects the new corporate colors for Bank of America. The opaque aluminum background for the sign face is painted Mathews Red. The letters and logo use a combination of Mathews Red, Blue and White. The letters are push - through and illuminated. Since this monument sign is existing, its style will not change. The sign base is a stucco finish with the color matching the bank building. Arabic address numerals, 4 inches high and 4 square feet in area, as required by code, will be located on the sign base. The multi -tenant monument sign (Sign #21) panel change also reflects Bank of America's new corporate colors and logo. A comprehensive sign program was approved for the adjacent shopping center by the Planning Commission, which includes the multi -tenant monument sign. The colors, materials and architectural design of this sign were reviewed at that time. 2. Wall and Window Signs Type Proposed Quantity Size Location Meets Code Sign #2, 8, 7 & 22 4 Sign face area: 28.34 sq. ft. On building fascia, facing Diamond Bar Yes Total sign face area: Blvd., Grand Ave. & 113.36 sq. ft. parking lot Sign #3 & 19 2 Sign face area: 3.80 Entry/exit doors Yes sq. for each door Total sign face area: 7.60 sq ft. (less than 25% of window area The proposed illuminated wall signs also reflect the new corporate colors and logo. The wall signs, as proposed, are allowed because they do not Page 3 CSP2007-01 11 3 4 exceed a total sign face area of 125 square feet, there is not more than one wall sign per building frontage, and are located so that they face a public right-of-way or parking lot. The door signs are white vinyl letters that delineate the business name, day and hours of operation, handicapped accessibility and emergency contact information. Directional and Traffic Signs Type Proposed Quantity Size Location Meets Code Sign #6 1 Height: 3 ft. Near Diamond Bar Yes Drive -up ATM Sign face area: 3.13 sq. driveway access to ft, the project site The proposed drive -up ATM directional sign replaces the existing one. It will have an aluminum face, painted white with blue reflective vinyl letters. The other existing directional and traffic signs (signs # 5, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, and 16) will remain without changes. Handicapped Signs Sign #4 and 18 are handicapped parking and van accessible signs. Both signs are aluminum faced in Mathews Champagne Metallic with blue and white vinyl used for symbol and letters. Handicapped signs are exempt from permits in the Development Code and do not count toward the number of signs or the allowable sign area for a site or use. However, these signs must comply with the handicapped accessibility code which is a condition of approval for this project. In summary, all proposed signs are legible to the intended audience under normal viewing conditions, based on their proposed location, design and scale, and will not obscure or detract from the viewing of other signs on-site, in the adjacent shopping center or surrounding commercial area. Proposed signs are in harmony with other surrounding commercial sites based on their type, size, color, and placement. Therefore, Comprehensive Sign Program No. 2007-01 is in compliance with the General Plan and Development Code. Additional Review: The Building and Safety Division and Public Works Department have reviewed the Comprehensive Sign Program. Their recommendations are within the attached draft resolution. Page 4 CSP2007-01 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING: Pursuant to Development Code Section 22.36, a Comprehensive Sign Program does not require a public hearing. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT: The City has determined that this project is categorically exempt from the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), under Class 11, Section 15311(a) of the CEQA Guidelines. Exemptions under Class 11, Section 15311(a) include the construction or replacement of minor structures such as on -premise signs, which are accessory to existing commercial facilities. RECOMMENDATIONS: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Comprehensive Planned Sign Program No. 2007-01, based on the Findings of Fact and conditions of approval as listed within the attached resolution. Prepared by: Lu u, fAssocia Planner Attachments: Reviewed by: Z&Z&W Greg Gubman, AICP, Planning Manager 1. Draft Resolution of Approval with required findings 2. Exhibit "A" — Comprehensive Sign Program; and 3. Aerials. Page 5 CSP2007-01 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2008 -XX A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR APPROVING COMPREHENSIVE SIGN PROGRAM NO. 2007-01 FOR BANK OF AMERICA LOCATED AT 1196 DIAMOND BAR BOULEVARD, DIAMOND BAR, CALIFORNIA (APN:8701-027-004). A. RECITALS The property owner, Bank of America, and applicant, Coast Sign, Incorporated, have filed an application for Comprehensive Sign Program No. 2007-01 for a property located at 1196 Diamond Bar Boulevard, Diamond Bar, Los Angeles County, California, as described in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Comprehensive Sign Program and categorical exemption shall be referred to as the "Application." 2. In accordance to Development Code Section 22.36, a Comprehensive Sign Program review does not require a public hearing. However, it does require Planning Commission approval. 3. On May 13, 2008, the Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar conducted a meeting on the Application. B. RESOLUTION NOW, THEREFORE, it is found, determined and resolved by the Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar as follows: 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 identified above in this Resolution is categorically exempt from the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), under Class 11, Section 15311 (a) of the CEQA Guidelines promulgated thereunder. Exemption under Class11, Section 15311(a) includes the construction or replacement of minor structures such as on -premise signs, which are accessory to existing commercial facilities. 3. The Planning Commission 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 this Planning Commission that the project proposed herein will not have the potential of an adverse effect on wildlife resources or the habitat upon which the wildlife depends. Based upon substantial evidence, this Planning Commission 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 the findings set forth herein, this Planning Commission hereby finds and concludes as follows: a. Comprehensive Sign Program (1) The Comprehensive Sign Program satisfies the purpose of Chapter 22.36 — Sign Standards and the intent of Section 22.36.060 — Comprehensive Sign Program. The proposed Comprehensive Sign Program consists of a sign criterion that updates monument signs, wall signs, and window signs with the new corporate colors for Bank of America. It also includes new directional, traffic signs, and handicapped signs. As discussed in the staff report, all signs comply with the development stands for signs as prescribed in the Development Code with regard to quantity, height, sign face area and location. The single tenant monument sign is existing, but the sign face will be replaced to reflect the new corporate colors of Bank of America. The sign base is updated with a stucco finish matching the color of the bank building. Arabic address numerals are added, 4 inches high and 4 square feet in area, as required by code, on the sign base. Additionally, the multi -tenant monument sign panel for Bank of America will be replaced to reflect the new corporate colors. Wall signs also reflect the new corporate colors and logo. Wall signs, as proposed, are allow because they do not exceed a total sign face area of 125 square; there is not more than one wall sign per building frontage, and they are located facing a public right-of-way or parking lot as prescribe in the City's sign standards. Proposed directional signs comply with the City's sign standards with regard to sign face area, height and location. Handicapped signs are exempt from the City's sign standard but will comply with handicapped accessibility code requirement which is a condition of approval for this project. 2 Planning Commission Resolution No. 2006 -XX (2) The signs enhance the overall development, are in harmony with, and are visually related to other signs included in the Comprehensive Sign Program and to the structure and/or uses they identify, and to surrounding development. The proposed Comprehensive Sign Program will enhance the overall development by providing a consistent sign theme that is compatible with the bank building and will providing a sense of order and unity to all signs and project site in general. All proposed signs are legible to the intended audience under normal viewing conditions, based on their proposed location, design and scale and will not obscure or detract from the viewing of other sign on-site, in the adjacent shopping center or surrounding commercial area. Proposed signs are in harmony with other surrounding commercial sites based on their type, size, color, and placement. (3) The Comprehensive Sign Program accommodates future revisions which may be required due to changes in uses or tenants. The proposed Comprehensive Sign Program accommodates future revisions in that minor changes can be approved by the director and major changes may be approved by the Planning Commission. However, the program establishes appropriate sign controls in a manner that maintains a high quality of sign development throughout the City. (4) The Comprehensive Sign Program complies with the standards of Chapter 22.36, except that flexibility is allowed with regard to sign area, number, location, and/or height to the extent that the Comprehensive Sign Program will enhance the overall development and will more fully accomplish the purposed s of this Chapter 22.36 As referenced above in Findings (1) and (2), the proposed Comprehensive Sign Program complies with the Development Code standards for signs and will enhance the overall project site as well as the adjacent shopping center. 5 Based on the findings and conclusions set forth above, the Planning Commission hereby approves the Application subject to compliance with the following conditions: 3 Planning Commission Resolution No. 2008 -XX a. PLANNING DIVISION (1) Prior to plan check submittal, the applicant shall provide revised graphics that show no action for existing signs #10 and 16 to the Planning Division for review and approval. (2) Damage to the building due to the removal and installation of signs shall be repaired and painted to match the existing building. B. BUILDING AND SAFETY DIVISION (1) An application, for which no permit is issued within 180 days following the date of application, shall expire by limitation, and plans and other data submitted for review may thereafter be returned to the applicant or destroyed by the Building and Safety Division. (2) Every permit issued by the Building and Safety Division shall expire if the building or work authorized by such permit is not commenced within 180 days from the date of such permit. (3) Applicant shall submit five full sets of plans to the Building and Safety Division after the plans have been approved by the Planning Commission. (4) Exposed electrical conduit shall not be allowed. (5) Applicant shall submit electrical plans showing all circuits. (6) Applicant shall provide structural design for sign method of attachment. The Planning Commission shall: (a) Certify to the adoption of this Resolution; and (b) Forthwith transmit a certified copy of this Resolution, by certified mail to Bank of America, 3424 Peachtree Road, NE, Suite 300, Atlanta, GA 30326 and Coast Sign, Incorporated, 1500 W. Embassy Street, Anaheim, CA 92802. 4 Planning Commission Resolution No. 2008 -XX APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 13TH OF MAY 2008, BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR. M Steve Nelson, Chairman I, Nancy Fong, 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 13th of May 2008, by the following vote: AYES: Commissioner: NOES: Commissioner: Nancy Fong, Secretary COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT STANDARD CONDITIONS USE PERMITS, COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL NEW AND REMODELED STRUCTURES PROJECT M Comprehensive Sign Program No 2007-01 SUBJECT: Update signs to reflect new corporate colors of Bank of America and update and/or replace traffic directional and handicapped signs PROPERTY OWNER: Bank of America APPLICANT: Coast Sign Incorporated LOCATION: 1196 Diamond Bar Boulevard ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT. APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE PLANNING DIVISION AT (909) 839-7030, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: A. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS In accordance with Government Code Section 66474.9(b) (1), the applicant shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City, and its officers, agents and employees, from any claim, action, or proceeding to attack, set-aside, void or annul, the approval of Comprehensive Sign Program No. 2007-01 brought within the time period provided by Government Code Section 66499.37. In the event the city and/or its officers, agents and employees are made a party of any such action: 6 Planning Commission Resolution No. 2008 -XX (a) Applicant shall provide a defense to the City defendants or at the City's option reimburse the City its costs of defense, including reasonable attorneys fees, incurred in defense of such claims. (b) Applicant shall promptly pay any final judgment rendered against the City descendents. The City shall promptly notify the applicant of any claim, action of proceeding, and shall cooperate fully in the defense thereof. 2. This approval shall not be effective for any purpose until the applicant and owner of the property involved have filed, within twenty-one (21) days of approval of this Comprehensive Sign Program No. 2007-01, at the City of Diamond Bar Community and Development Services Department, their affidavit stating that they are aware of and agree to accept all the conditions of this approval. Further, this approval shall not be effective until the applicants pay remaining City processing fees, school fees and fees for the review of submitted reports. 3. All designers, architects, engineers, and contractors associated with this project shall obtain a Diamond Bar Business License. 4. Signed copies of the Planning Commission Resolution No. 2008 -XX, Standard Conditions, and all environmental mitigations shall- be included on the plans (full size). The sheet(s) are for information only to all parties involved in the construction/grading activities and are not required to be wet sealed/stamped by a licensed Engineer/Architect. 5. Prior to any use of the project site or business activity being commenced thereon, all conditions of approval shall be completed. 6. The project site shall be maintained and operated in full compliance with the conditions of approval and all laws, or other applicable regulations. 7. Approval of this request shall not waive compliance with all sections of the Development Code, all other applicable City Ordinances, and any applicable Specific Plan in effect at the time of building permit issuance. 8. Property owner/applicant shall remove the public hearing notice board within three days of this project's approval. 9. The applicant shall comply with the requirements of City Planning, Building and Safety Divisions, Public Works Department, and the Fire Department. 7 Planning Commission Resolution No. 2008 -XX B. FEES/DEPOSITS 1. Applicant shall pay development fees (including but not limited to Planning, Building and Safety Divisions, Public Works Department and Mitigation Monitoring) at the established rates, prior to issuance of building or grading permit (whichever comes first), as required by the City. School fees as required shall be paid prior to the issuance of building permit. In addition, the applicant shall pay all remaining prorated City project review and processing fees prior to issuance of grading or building permit, whichever come first. 2. Prior to any plan check, all deposit accounts for the processing of this project shall have no deficits. C. TIME LIMITS The approval of Comprehensive Sign Program No. 2007-01 shall expire within two years from the date of approval if the use has not been exercised as defined per Municipal Code Section 22.66.050 (b)(1). The applicant may request in writing a one year time extension subject to Municipal Code Section 22.60.050(c) for Planning Commission approval. D. SITE DEVELOPMENT 1. The project site shall be developed and maintained in substantial conformance with the approved plans submitted to, approved, and amended herein by the Planning Commission, collectively attached hereto as Exhibit "A" dated May 13, 2008 including: site plans, architectural elevations, exterior materials and colors, and sign program on file in the Planning Division, and conditions contained herein. E. SOLID WASTE The site shall be maintained in a condition, which is free of debris both during and after the construction, addition, or implementation of the entitlement approved 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 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 applicant's obligation to insure that the waste contractor used has obtained permits from the City of Diamond Bar to provide such services. 2. Mandatory solid waste disposal services shall be provided by the City franchised waste hauler to all parcels/lots or uses affected by approval of this project. 8 Planning Commission Resolution No. 2008 -XX APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE BUILDING AND SAFETY DIVISION, (909) 839- 7020, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: Plans shall conform to State and Local Building Code (i.e., 2001 California Building Code, California Plumbing Code, California Mechanical Code, and the 2001 National Electrical Code) requirements and all other applicable construction codes, ordinances and regulations in effect at the time of plan check submittal. 2. The minimum design load for wind in this area is 80 M.P.H. exposures "C" and the site is within seismic zone four (4). The applicant shall submit drawings and calculations prepared by a California State licensed Architect/Engineer with wet stamp and signature. 3. 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Z Om n 3 C m c mcg m n xm In X O Z m El� l r PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA REPORT 21825 COPLEY DRIVE—DIAMOND BAR, CA 91765 --TEL (909) 839 -7030 --FAX (909) 861-3117—www.Cityofdiamondbar.com AGENDA ITEM NUMBER: MEETING DATE: CASE/FILE NUMBER: PROJECT LOCATION: 7.1 May 13, 2008 Development Review No. DR 2007-06 2502 Razzak Circle Diamond Bar, CA 91765 APPLICATION REQUEST: Approval of development plans to construct a new three-story single-family dwelling of approximately 7,888 square feet with an attached 1,440 sq. ft. garage. PROPERTY OWNERS APPLICANTS: Mr. Wasif Siddique 11076 Venture Dr. Mira Loma, CA 91752 Mr. Bob Larivee, Award Winning Designs 17 Rue Du Chateau Aliso Viejo, CA 92656 STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Conditional Approval BACKGROUND: A. Project Description: The applicant requests approval of development plans for the construction of a three-story single-family estate dwelling unit of approximately 7,888 square feet and an attached 1,440 square -foot, 6 -car garage. The proposed dwelling unit contains eight bedrooms and eight bathrooms. The plans contain a bedroom on the first floor with a "Snack Bar'. Access to this bedroom area can be accommodated from a separate entrance. The "Snack Bar' is not fully described in the submitted plans. If one considers the "Snack Bar" as a cooking area (i.e., a kitchen) then there is a possibility that this area could be construed as a second dwelling unit. The applicant indicated that this bedroom configuration is not to be utilized as a second dwelling or a guesthouse. The owner desires to exercise the option to construct a second dwelling on the site at some future date. The site meets the City's minimum requirements for the construction of a guesthouse or a second dwelling unit. The Diamond Bar Development Code defines a second dwelling unit as "a permanent dwelling, or granny flat that is accessory to a primary dwelling on the same site. A secondary residential unit provides complete, independent living facilities for one or more persons, including permanent provisions for living, sleeping, eating, cooking, sanitation, and parking (DBDC Section 22.80.020). A kitchen is defined to include, but not limited to: 1) Cooking stove with or without an oven; 2) Kitchen sink, cabinets and appurtenant plumbing; 3) Convection ovens; and 4) All appurtenances, related to the above (DBDC Section 22.42.060(2)(j). When construction plans are submitted for review and approval, staff will ensure that the "Snack Bar" will not include kitchen facilities as defined by the Code. The submitted plans delineate a circular driveway in the front setback area and the drive approach is shown to be at least 24 feet in width at the property line. The maximum allowable driveway width at the property line is 14 feet (DBDC Section 22.30.080(5)(x)(3). Staff has incorporated into the attached Resolution a condition of approval that requires that the applicant revise the driveway design to comply with the City's requirement that it be not greater than 14 feet wide at the property line. This condition of approval requires that the revised design be reviewed and approved by staff prior to the issuance of a grading permit or building permit. The proposed project includes the removal of an undetermined number of Black Walnut trees. Previous discussions with the applicant have led staff to believe that twelve of the existing Black Walnut Trees will be removed. Staff will require the applicant to submit a plan indicating the location of the existing mature trees that will be removed from the site in order to accommodate the construction of this project. Page 2 DR 2007-06 The applicant submitted an arborist's report that indicated the existence of 50 mature Black Walnut trees on the subject property. The file does not contain a map locating the trees. The arborist indicates that if any of the 22 protected trees identified in the report have to be removed they should be replaced at a ratio of 3:1. The replacement trees should be 15 gallon native trees (walnuts, oaks, sycamores or willows). The arborist indicated that the majority of these trees are in poor condition. Chapter 22.38 of the Diamond Bar Development Code (DBDC) requires that a tree removal permit must be first obtained from the director before a protected tree is removed. Section 22.38.070 allows the director to waive the requirement of a separate tree removal permit and require necessary informationto be submitted as part of a discretionary permit application. Section 22.38.130 requires that the removed protected trees shall be replaced at a ratio of 3:1 and that at least six (6) of the replacement trees shall be 24 -inch box. An arborist hired by the applicant shall provide information regarding the best method for planting the replacement trees. The applicant proposes to construct the dwelling unit in a Restricted Use Area (RUA). The applicant's geotechnical consultant has been working with the City Engineer's office to provide adequate information and mitigation in order to relocated or eliminate the recorded boundary of the RUA on the subject property. Staff is of the opinion that sufficient mitigation measures can be implemented to support the relocation or elimination of the RUA and the required documents can be properly recorded in the Office of the County Recorder. B. Site Description: The site is located in the Diamond Bar "Country Estates." The site fronts on Razzak Circle, which is a fully improved private street. The Los Angeles County Tax Assessor Map indicates that the site contains a 50 -foot wide easement for the extension of Pathfinder Road. The project site is an irregular triangular shaped vacant lot containing 1.67 gross acres of land area (73,120 sq. ft.) The site is legally described as Lot 181, Tract No. 30578, Map Book 785, Pages 1 through 25. The Assessor Parcel Number is 8713-009-066. The site contains a number of easements identified in the Title Report to include a significant "Restricted Use" easement. The restrictions set forth in this easement are such that the easement prohibits the construction of buildings within these areas. The site and grading plans show a portion of the proposed building located within the restricted use easement. Staffs recommendation is that the applicant be required to submit a written request to the City to have the designated restricted use area be remove/lifted. A condition of approval has been incorporated into the attached Resolution addressing this issue. C. Proiect Background: The applicant submitted a development application on October 3, 2005, (Development Review No. 2005-31). After conducting public hearings on February 14, 2006, March 14, 2006, and May 23, 2006, the Planning Page 3 DR 2007-06 Commission concluded that the project as proposed did not comply with the City's development standards and the application was denied without prejudice. The project has been redesigned to eliminate the tennis court, detached entertainment/BBQ, pool house area, viewing gazebo and swimming pool/spa. The revised Development Review No. 2007-06 was filed with the City for staff review. Staff provided the applicant with direction and recommendations to bring the proposed project into compliance with the City's Development and Design Standards. The plans submitted to the Planning Commission for consideration represent the fourth revision of this design proposal. Although a few modifications, such as revising the driveway width; architecturally enhancing the east building elevation and strictly defining the use of the basement bedroom need to be made in order to fully comply with the City's development standards, the applicant has requested that the Planning Commission provide detailed conditions thatwill insure that the proposed project is constructed in a manner acceptable to the City. Staff finds the outstanding issues to be relatively minor in nature, and therefore has incorporated conditions of approval to ensure that these issues are resolved at the time of Building Plan Check. The applicant indicated that upon approval of the proposed project the plans will then be submitted to the Diamond Bar Country Estates Homeowners Association for review and consideration. ANALYSIS: A. Review Authority (Chapter 22.48) The construction of a single-family residence requires approval of a Development Review Application. B. Site and Surrounding General Plan, Zoning and Uses Page 4 DR 2007-06 General Plan Existing Zone District Development Code Standards Land Use Site Rural Residential RR (R-1 20,000) RR Vacant North Medium Density Residential R-3 (8,000) RM Residential South Rural Residential R-1 20,000 RR Vacant East Rural Residential R-1 20,000 RR Residential West Medium Density Residential R-3 (8,000) RM Residential Page 4 DR 2007-06 C. Development Review (22.48) 1. Residential District General Development Standards: The following Table compares the proposed project with the City's Development Standards for Residential Development in the RR (20,000) Zone: Development RR (20,000) Meets Meets Feature Proposed Requirements Standards Minimum lot area 20,000 sf. 73,120 sf. Yes 1 Single -Family Unit; 1 Single Family Unit Yes Residential density 1 DU per lot plus 1 second 1 Second Dwelling dwelling Front setback 30 feet 32 feet Yes 15 ft on one side & 27 feet (west side yard) Side setbacks 10 ft. on the other & 10 feet(east side yard) Yes Side yard minimum between adjoining 25 feet 25 feet plus Yes structures Rear setback 20 feet Appx. 180 feet Yes Lot coverage 30% Approximately 5% Yes Retaining Wall Height Maximum Height 6 feet 6 feet maximum Yes Building height limit 35 feet maximum 35 feet Yes Landscaping 50% of front yard 54% Yes Driveway Maximum 14 feet @ PL 16 feet @ PL No* Parking 2 in fully enclosed garage 6 -car garage + 3 Yes Chapter 22.30 uncovered spaces *A condition of approval is included to show reduced within the construction documents. 2. Site and Grading: The site steeply slopes in a northerly direction. The proposed building pad is located at the top of the slope and it has a commanding view of the surrounding area. The average slope of the site is 22.5%. The applicant indicates that the proposed project will require 1,150 cubic yards of cut, 400 cubic yards of fill, resulting in 750 cubic yards of material to be exported from the site. .1,i. Elevations: The architectural style is a "California" eclectic design with concrete tile roof treatment, smooth stucco walls, concrete appearing window Page 5 DR 2007-06 and door surrounds, and multi -paned windows. The applicant has indicated that earth -toned shades will be used for the' exterior finish to soften the impact and assist in preserving the hillside's aesthetic value. Staff has suggested that the Left Side Building Elevation be embellished architecturally in order to articulate the flat 60 -foot long and 28 -foot high flat wall. The applicant has requested that the Planning Commission review the building elevations and provide appropriate direction. Staff has included a condition for the Commission's consideration. 4. Landscaping: A tree survey of the site was prepared and noted that the only species of tree located on the property, which falls under the City's tree protection ordinance are black walnuts. The survey identified 50 mature Black Walnut trees by size of tree trunk. The survey indicated that the majority of the trees are in poor condition. Discussions with the applicant have led the staff to believe that twelve (12) mature Black Walnut trees will be removed from the site to accommodate the proposed development. Staff will require a tree removal plan as part of the future plan check process. Staff has incorporated into the attached Resolution a condition of approval that the applicant submit for review and approval from City staff a Tree Removal Permit, prior to the issuance of a grading permit. The subject property is located within the Los Angeles County Fire Department "Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone." Therefore, the proposed landscaping must comply with the Fire Department's Fuel Modification Plan requirements. The submitted preliminary landscape plan indicates that the future landscaping will comply with the Fire Department's regulations and guidelines. The preliminary landscape plan indicates that 34 new trees will be planted on site. The size of the new trees will range from 5 -gallon to 24 -inch box. The applicant will be required to plant 36 new trees in accordance with the City's tree preservation regulations. At least six (6) of the replacement trees must be at least 24 -inch box. The applicant indicates that over 54% of the required front yard will be landscaped with plant material. D. Compliance with Hillside Management Ordinance The proposed project has been reviewed for compliance with the City's Hillside Manage Design Guidelines and regulations. The height of the dwelling unit will not exceed 35 feet as measured from the finished grade to the highest ridge beam. The submitted plans indicate that the proposed structure will comply with the City's maximum building height requirements. Page 6 DR 2007-06 14 F. Additional Review The Public Works Division and the Building and Safety Division reviewed this project. Their comments are included in both the report and the recommended conditions of approval. General Plan, Design Guidelines and Compatibility with Neighborhood The proposed project complies with the goals and objectives as set forth in the adopted General Plan in terms of land use and density. The proposed project will not negatively affect the existing surrounding land uses and the design and appearance of the proposed dwelling unit is compatible with the existing neighborhood. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING: Public hearing notices were mailed to property owners within a 500 -foot radius of the project site and the notice was published in the San Gabriel Valley Tribune and the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin newspapers. A notice display board was posted at the site, and a copy of the legal notice was posted at the City's designated community posting sites. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT: The City has determined that this project is categorically exempt from the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Sections 15303 (new construction of a single-family dwelling) and 15332 (infill construction) of the CEQA Guidelines. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission adopt a Resolution approving Development Review No. 2007-06 based on the findings set forth under Section 22.48.040 of the Development Code, subject to conditions. Prepared by: David D. Meyer LDM Associates, Inc. Planning Consultant Attachments: Reviewed by ot Greg Gubman, AICP Planning Manager 1. Aerial 2. Draft Resolution of Approval 3. Exhibit "A" — site plan, floor plan, elevation sections, landscape plan and conceptual grading plan dated April 3, 2008 Page 7 DR 2007-06 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2008- A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR, CALIFORNIA, CONDITIONALLY APPROVING DEVELOPMENT REVIEW NO. 2007-06 FOR THE REQUEST TO CONSTRUCT A THREE-STORY SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE ON LOT NO. 181 OF TRACT 30578, LOCATED AT 2502 RAZZAK CIRCLE, (APN: 8713-009-066) A. RECITALS 1. The Planning Commission considered an application filed by Mr. Robert Larivee of Award Winning Designs, on behalf of the property owner, Mr. Wasif Siddique, requesting approval of plans to construct a new three-story, 7,888 square foot single-family residence with an attached 6 -car 1,440 square foot garage. The location of the proposed project is 2502 Razzak Circle. 2. The subject property is zoned R-1(20,000) and it contains 73, 120 square feet (1.67 acres) of gross land area. The property in question is subject to the Rural Residential (RR) Development Code Standards. 3. The subject property is legally described as Lot 181, Tract 30578 and the Assessor's Parcel Number is (APN) 8713-009-066. 4. Public Hearing notification was published in the San Gabriel Valley Tribune and the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin newspapers and property owners within a 500 - foot radius of the project site were notified of the proposed project by mail. Further, a public hearing notice display board was posted at the site, and the notice was posted at three other locations within the project vicinity. 5. On May 13, 2008, the Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar conducted a duly noticed public hearing, solicited testimony from all interested individuals, and concluded said 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: 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 determines that the proposed project is categorically exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970 (CEQA) in accordance with Sections 15303 and 15332 of the CEQA Guidelines. Development Review No. 2007-06 3. Based upon the information contained in the submitted plans, the associated staff report and testimony given at the public hearing the Planning Commission hereby finds as follows: DEVELOPMENT REVIEW a. The design and layout of the proposed development is consistent with the General Plan, development standards of the applicable zone district, design guidelines, and architectural criteria for specialized areas, (e.g., specific plans, community plans, boulevards, or planned developments.) The proposed single-family residence is consistent with the RR Zone's Development Standards and the City's Design Guidelines. In addition, the proposed project with conditions of approval is consistent, in terms of mass, scale and appearance, with the surrounding single-family dwelling units. b. The design and layout of the proposed development will not interfere with the use and enjoyment of neighboring existing or future development, and it will not create traffic or pedestrian hazards. The subject property is located within a designed and developed residential estate neighborhood. The existing public and private improvements are available to support the proposed development and the surrounding neighborhood. The proposed single-family residence will not negatively impact the existing or future development of the surrounding neighborhood. C. The architectural design of the proposed development is compatible with the characteristics of the surrounding neighborhood and will maintain the harmonious, orderly and attractive development contemplated by Chapter 22.48 Diamond Bar Development Code, the General Plan, City Design Guidelines, or any applicable specific plan. The design of the proposed single-family residence and accessory structure is consistent with the goals and objectives of the long-range planning policy documents adopted by the City of Diamond Bar. The proposed project is compatible with the scope, scale and appearance of the surrounding existing development. The proposed project is an infill development that will complement the neighborhood residential character. d. The design of the proposed development will provide a desirable environment for its occupants and visiting public, as well as its neighbors, through good aesthetic use of materials, texture, and color that will remain aesthetically appealing. The project's design and use of construction material are consistent with other single-family residences in the surrounding neighborhood. 2 Development Review No. 2007-06 e. The proposed project will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare or materially injurious (e.g., negative affect on property values or resale(s) of property) to the properties or improvements in the vicinity. The proposed single-family residence is consistent with the anticipated development pattern for the neighborhood and it will not negatively impact the public health, safety or general welfare. 4. Based upon the findings and conclusion set forth above, the Planning Commission hereby approves this Application subject to the following conditions: a. Planning Division (1) Development shall substantially comply with the plans and documents presented to the Planning Commission at the public hearing regarding this proposed project. (2) The applicant shall provide the Director with adequate detailed information to support the issuance of a Tree Removal Permit. (3) The applicant shall obtain the services of a licensed landscape architect to prepare the final landscape plans for the proposed project. The landscape plans shall include the design and selection of material for all hardscape, walls and fencing. The detailed landscape plans shall be submitted to the Community Development Director for review and approval, prior to issuance of building permits. (4) The required landscape plan shall be designed to meet the requirements of the Los Angeles County Fire Department's Fuel Modification Plan in terms of plant selection, placement and maintenance. The final landscape plan shall be submitted to the Fire Department for review and approval. (5) The landscape plan shall include the replacement of all protected trees that are removed from the site in order to accommodate the proposed development. The ratio of the replacement trees shall be 3:1. The minimum size of the replacement trees shall be 15 gallon and at least six (6) of the replacement trees shall be 24 - inch box. The plan shall delineate the location of all trees that will be removed and the location of all new plant material to include the location of the replacement trees. (6) A certified arborist shall provide mitigation measures that will be used during grading and construction to ensure that the remaining protected trees shall not be negatively impacted by the construction activity. 3 Development Review No. 2007-06 (7) A certified arborist shall be retained to supervise the installation of the protected tree replacement to insure the survivability of the replacement trees. A report shall be provided to the Director of Community Development for review and approval. (8) A maintenance agreement shall be provided to the City indicating the property owner's responsibility to insure that the replacement trees will be properly maintained for a period of not less than five (5) years. A security deposit as determined by the Director shall be posted with the City. (9) The maximum exposed face of any retaining wall shall not exceed six feet. The retaining walls shall be constructed of decorative masonry material approved by the Director. All retaining walls shall be screened with approved landscape material. (10) The left side building elevation shall be architecturally enhanced to articulate the 60 -foot long 28 -foot high flat wall. The architectural modifications shall be made in a manner acceptable to the Director of Community Development. (11) The applicant shall provide staff with detailed plans describing the bedroom area located on the First Floor (Basement level). Sufficient documentation, as determined by staff, shall be provided to ensure that the kitchen facilities as described by Code shall not be installed. (12) The proposed driveway shall be reduced to a maximum width of 14 feet at the property line in a manner acceptable to the Director of Community Development. (13) The Restricted Use Area (RUA) shall be relocated or eliminated in order to accommodate the proposed development in a manner acceptable to the City Engineer. (14) The property owner shall Agreement to Maintain a acceptable to the Director. execute and record a Covenant and Single -Family Residence in a manner b. Standard Conditions. The applicant shall comply with the standard development conditions attached hereto. The Planning Commission shall: a. Certify to the adoption of this Resolution; and b. Forthwith transmit a certified copy of this Resolution, by certified mail to the applicant, Mr. Robert Larivee, Award Winning Designs, 17 Rue De Chateau, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656 and the property owner Mr. Wasif Siddique, 11076 Venture Drive, Mira Loma, CA 91752 4 Development Review No. 2007-06 APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 13TH DAY OF MAY 2008, BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR. Steve Nelson, Chairman I, Nancy Fong, Planning Commission Secretary, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly introduced, passed, and adopted, at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission held on the 13"' day of May 2008, by the following vote: AYES: Commissioners: NOES: Commissioners: ABSENT: Commissioners: ABSTAIN: Commissioners: ATTEST: Nancy Fong, Community Development Director 5 Development Review No. 2007-06 DI�L�IOND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT 1'-;;t__ STANDARD CONDITIONS USE PERMITS, COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL NEW AND REMODELED STRUCTURES PROJECT No: Development Review No. 2007-06 SUBJECT: Construction of a new 3 -story Single -Family Dwelling PROPERTY Mr. Wasif Siddigue OWNER: 11076 Venture Drive Mira Loma, CA 91752 APPLICANT: Award Winning Designs 17 Rue De Chateau Aliso Viejo, CA 92656 LOCATION: 2502 Razzak Circle, Diamond Bar, CA 91765 ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT. APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE PLANNING DIVISION AT (909) 839-7030, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: A. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS In accordance with Government Code Section 66474.9(b)(1), the applicant shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City, and its officers, agents and employees, from any claim, action, or proceeding to attack, set-aside, void or annul, the approval of Development Review No. 2007-06 brought within the time period provided by Government Code Section 66499.37. In the event the city and/or its officers, agents and employees are made a party of any such action: (a) Applicant shall provide a defense to the City defendants or at the City's option reimburse the City its costs of defense, including reasonable attorneys fees, incurred in defense of such claims. (b) Applicant shall promptly pay any final judgment rendered against the City descendents. The City shall promptly notify the applicant of any claim, action of proceeding, and shall cooperate fully in the defense thereof. 6 Development Review No. 2007-06 2. This approval shall not be effective for any purpose until the applicant and owner of the property involved have filed, within twenty-one (21) days of approval of this Development Review No. 2007-06 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 approval. Further, this approval shall not be effective until the applicant pays remaining City processing fees, school fees and fees for the review of submitted reports. 3. All designers, architects, engineers, and contractors associated with this project shall obtain a Diamond Bar Business License, and zoning approval for those businesses located in Diamond Bar. 4. Signed copies of the Planning Commission Resolution No. 2008-, Standard Conditions, and all environmental mitigations shall be included on the plans. The sheet(s) are for information only to all parties involved in the construction/grading activities and are not required to be wet sealed/stamped by a licensed Engineer/Architect. 5. Prior to the plan check, revised site plans and building elevations incorporating all Conditions of Approval shall be submitted for Planning Division review and approval. 6. Prior to any use of the project site or business activity being commenced thereon, all conditions of approval shall be completed. 7. The project site shall be maintained and operated in full compliance with the conditions of approval and all laws, or other applicable regulations. 8. Approval of this request shall not waive compliance with all sections of the Development Code, all other applicable City Ordinances, and any applicable Specific Plan in effect at the time of building permit issuance. 9. Site, grading, landscape/irrigation and roof plans, elevations and sections shall be coordinated for consistency prior to issuance of City permits (such as grading, tree removal, encroachment, building, etc.,) or approved use has commenced, whichever comes first. 10. Property owner/applicant shall remove the public hearing notice board within three days of this project's approval. 11. The applicant shall comply with requirements of City Planning, Building and Safety Divisions, Public Works Department, and the Fire Department. B. FEES/DEPOSITS Applicant shall pay development fees (including but not limited to Planning, Building and Safety Divisions, Public Works Department and Mitigation Monitoring) at the established rates, prior to issuance of building or grading permit(whichever comes first), as required by the City. School fees as required shall be paid prior to the issuance of building permit. In addition, the applicant 7 Development Review No. 2007-06 shall pay all remaining prorated City project review and processing fees prior to issuance of grading or building permit, whichever comes first. 2. Prior to any plan check, all deposit accounts for the processing of this project shall have no deficits. 3. Prior to issuance of a grading, the applicant shall submit fees and receive review approval for Tree Removal Permit. C. TIME LIMITS 1. The approval of Development Review No. 2007-06 shall expire within two years from the date of approval if the use has not been exercised as defined per Municipal Code Section 22.66.050(b)(1). The applicant may request in writing a one year time extension subject to Municipal Code Section 22.60.050(c) for Planning Commission approval. D. SITE DEVELOPMENT The project site shall be developed and maintained in substantial conformance with the approved plans submitted to, approved, and amended herein by the Planning Commission, collectively referenced herein as Exhibit "A" including: site plans, floor plans, architectural elevations, exterior materials and colors, landscaping, and grading on file in the Planning Division, the conditions contained herein, and the Development Code regulations. 2. All ground -mounted utility appurtenances such as transformers, air conditioning condensers, etc., shall be located out of public view and adequately screened through the use of a combination of concrete or masonry walls, berms, and/or landscaping to the satisfaction of the Planning Division. 3. All roof mounted equipment shall be screened from public view. 4. All structures, including walls, trash enclosures, canopies, etc., shall be maintained in a structurally sound, safe manner with a clean, orderly appearance. All graffiti shall be removed within 72 hours by the property ownerloccupant. 5. Prior to the issuance of a grading permit, the applicant shall revise the design of the driveway such that it does not have a width greater than 14 feet at the property line per Section 22.30.080E (1) (b) & (e) and a. The revised plan shall be subject to review and approval of City staff. E. LANDSCAPE, PRESERVED AND PROTECTED TREES Prior to issuance of any permits, detailed landscape and irrigation plans shall be submitted to the Planning Division for review and approval. 8 Development Review No. 2007-06 2. Prior to plan check submittal, a final landscape/irrigation plan shall be submitted with the type of planting materials, color, size, quantity and location including proposed sites for the planting of protected/preserved trees and additional species to screen the retaining walls. 3. Prior to the Planning Division's final inspection and/or Certificate of Occupancy issuance, the landscaping/irrigation shall be installed or replaced. Any dense plant material or fencing proposed in the front setback shall not exceed 42 inches maximum height. 4. Prior to releasing occupancy, an inspection shall be conducted by the Planning Division to determine that any and all vegetation is in satisfactory condition. F. SOLID WASTE The site shall be maintained in a condition, which is free of debris both during and after the construction, addition, or implementation of the entitlement approved 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 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 applicant's obligation to insure that the waste contractor used has obtained permits from the City of Diamond Bar to provide such services. 2. Mandatory solid waste disposal services shall be provided by the City franchised waste hauler to all parcels/lots or uses affected by approval of this project. APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT, (909) 839-7040, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: A. GENERAL An Erosion Control Plan shall be submitted concurrently with the grading plan clearly detailing erosion control measures. These measures shall be implemented during construction. The erosion control plan shall conform to national Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) standards and shall incorporate the appropriate Best Management Practices (BMP's) as specified in the Storm Water BMP Certification. For construction activity, which disturbs one acre or greater soil, a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) will be needed. Please refer to City handouts. 2. The applicant shall comply with Standard Urban Storm Water Mitigation Plan (SUSMP) requirements to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. Please refer to City handouts. 9 Development Review No. 2007-06 3. Grading and construction activities and the transportation of equipment and materials and operation of heavy grading equipment shall be limited to between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday. Dust generated by grading and construction activities shall be reduced by watering the soil prior to and during the activities and in accordance with South Coast Air Quality Management District Rule 402 and Rule 403. Reclaimed water shall be used whenever possible. Additionally, all construction equipment shall be properly muffled to reduce noise levels. B. SOILS REPORT/GRADING/RETAINING WALLS 1. Prior to grading plan submittal, a geotechnical report prepared by a Geotechnical Engineer, licensed by the State of California, shall be submitted by the applicant for approval by the City. 2. Upon approval of the geotechnical report, the applicant shall submit drainage and grading plans prepared by a Civil Engineer, licensed by the State of California, prepared in accordance with the City's requirements for the City's review and approval. A list of requirements for grading plan check is available from the Public Works Department. All grading (cut and fill) calculations shall be submitted to the City concurrently with the grading plan. 3. Finished slopes shall conform to City Code Section 22.22.080 -Grading. 4. All easements and flood hazard areas shall be clearly identified on the grading plan. 5. Prior to plan check approval, the applicant shall submit a written request to the City for review and approval to remove/lift the designated Restricted Use Area (RUA) easement, which prohibits the construction of buildings within these areas. 6. The grading plan shall show the location of any retaining walls and the elevations of the top of wall/footing/retaining and the finished grade on both sides of the retaining wall. Construction details for retaining walls shall be shown on the grading plan. Calculations and details of retaining walls shall be submitted to the Building and Safety Division for review and approval. 7. All equipment staging areas shall be located on the project site. Staging area, including material stockpile and equipment storage area, shall be enclosed within a six (6) foot -high chain link fence. All access points in the defense shall be locked whenever the construction site is not supervised. 8. Grading of the subject property shall be in accordance with the California Building Code, City Grading Ordinance, Hillside Management Ordinance and acceptable grading practices. 10 Development Review No. 2007-06 9. The maximum grade of driveways serving building pad areas shall be 15 percent. In hillside areas driveway grades exceeding 15 percent shall have parking landings with a minimum 16 feet deep and shall not exceed five (5) percent grade or as required by the City Engineer. Driveways with a slope of 15 percent shall incorporate grooves for traction into the construction as required by the City Engineer. 10. All slopes shall be seeded per landscape plan and/or fuel modification plan with native grasses or planted with ground cover, shrubs, and trees for erosion control upon completion of grading or some other alternative method of erosion control shall be completed to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. 11. Submit a stockpile plan showing the proposed location for stockpile for grading export materials, and the route of transport. 12. Prior to the issuance of building permits, a pre -construction meeting shall be held at the project site with the grading contractor, applicant, and city grading inspector at least 48 hours prior to commencing grading operations. 13. Rough grade certifications by project soils engineer shall be submitted prior to issuance of building permits for the foundation of the residential structure. Retaining wall permits may be issued without a rough grade certificate. 14. Final grade certifications by project soils and civil engineers shall be submitted to the Public Works Department prior to the issuance of any project final inspections/certificate of occupancy respectively. C. DRAINAGE Detailed drainage system information of the lot with careful attention to any flood hazard area shall be submitted. All drainage/runoff from the development shall be conveyed from the site to the natural drainage course. No on-site drainage shall be conveyed to adjacent parcels, unless that is the natural drainage course. 2. Prior to the issuance of a grading permit, a complete hydrology and hydraulic study shall be prepared by a Civil Engineer registered in the State of California to the satisfaction of the City Engineer and Los Angeles Public Works Department. D. OFF-SITE STREET IMPROVEMENTS (Not required) E. UTILITIES Underground utilities shall not be constructed within the drip line of any mature tree except as approved by a registered arborist. 11 Development Review No. 2007-06 F. SEWERS/SEPTIC TANK 1. Applicant shall obtain sewer connection permit(s) from the City and County Sanitation District prior to issuance of building permits. 2. Applicant, at applicant's sole cost and expense, shall construct the sewer system in accordance with the requirements of the City and the Los Angeles County Public Works Division. G. TRAFFIC MITIGATIONS (Not required) APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE BUILDING AND SAFETY DIVISION, (909) 839-7020, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: 1. Plans shall conform to State and Local Building Code (i.e., 2007 California Building Code, California Plumbing Code, California Mechanical Code, and the 2004 California Electrical Code) requirements and all other applicable construction codes, ordinances and regulations in effect at the time of plan check submittal. 2. Application for which no permit is issued within 180 days following the date of application shall expire by limitation, and plans and other data submitted for review may thereafter be returned to the applicant or destroyed by the Building Department. 3. Every permit issued by the Building Department shall expire if the building or work authorized by such permit is not commenced within 180 days from the date of such permit. 4. The minimum design load for wind in this area is 80 M.P.H. exposures "C" and the site is within seismic zone four (4). The applicant shall submit drawings and calculations prepared by a California State licensed Architect/Engineer with wet stamp and signature. 5. This project shall comply with the energy conservation requirements of the State of California Energy Commission. Kitchen and bathroom lights shall be fluorescent or controlled by a manual-on/auto off, occupant sensor. 6. Specify 5/8" type X drywall between the garage and the house. 1-3/8" solid core self closing door between the house and garage. 7. Submit Public Works Department approved grading plans showing clearly all finish elevations, drainage, and retaining walls locations. 8. "Separate permits are required for pool, spa, pond and tennis courts" and shall be noted on plans if applicable. 9. A height survey may be required at completion of framing. 12 Development Review No. 2007-06 10. Number of plumbing fixtures shall be in compliance with CBC Appendix 29. 11. Indicate the proposed building on the plans. Submit code analysis and justification showing the following: a. Each building square foot b. Each building height C. Type of construction d. Each group occupancy e. Property line location in relation to each building (side yard) 12. Prior to Building permit issuance, Walnut Valley School District fees must be paid. Please obtain a form from the Building & Safety Division to take directly to the school district. Walnut Valley School District 880 S Lemon Ave Walnut, CA 91789 (909) 595-1261 13. Please submit a total of seven (7) full the Planning Division/Commission has approved sets of plans including the grading for review to the Building & Safety Division after the plans. 14. Building setback from any slope (toe or top) shall meet Chapter 18 of the 2007 California Building Code. 15. All balconies shall be designed for 601b. live load. 16. Guardrails shall be designed for 20 load applied laterally at the top of the rail. 17. Indicate all easements on the site plan. 18. Foundation systems on expansive soil shall be constructed in a manner that minimizes damage to the structure from movement of the soil. Depth of foundation below the natural and finish grade shall be not less than 24 inches for exterior and 18 inches for interior foundations. 19. All retaining walls shall be submitted to the Building & Safety and Public Work Departments for review and approval. The retaining walls shall be constructed of decorative masonry material approved by the Director. All retaining walls shall be screened with approved landscape material. 20. Submit grading plans showing clearly all finish elevations, drainage, and retaining wall locations. No building permits shall be issued prior to submitting a pad certification. 13 Development Review No. 2007-06 21. The project shall be protected by a construction fence and shall comply with the NPDES & BMP requirements (sand bags, etc.) 22. Check drainage patterns with Engineering Department. Surface water shall drain away from building at a 2% minimum slope. 23. Specify location of tempered glass as required by code. 24. Specify 1/4"/ft slope for all flat surfaces/ decks with approved water proofing material. Also, provide guardrail connection detail (height, spacing, etc.) 25. The Los Angeles County Health Department and the California Water Control Board shall approve private property sewer/septic system. APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY FIRE PREVENTION FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:' Fire Department approval shall be required. Contact the Fire Department to check the fire zone for the location of your property. If this project is located in High Hazard Fire Zone it shall meet of requirements of the fire zone. a. All unenclosed under -floor areas shall be constructed as exterior wall. b. All openings into the attic, floor and/or other enclosed areas shall be covered with corrosion -resistant wire mesh not less than 1/4 inch or more than 1/2 inch in any dimension except where such openings are equipped with sash or door. 2. Emergency access shall be provided, maintaining free and clear, a minimum 28 foot at all times during construction in accordance with Fire Department requirements. 3. Prior to the issuance of any building permits for combustible construction, evidence shall be submitted to the Fire Department that temporary water supply for fire protection is available pending completion of the required fire protection system. 4. All required fire hydrants shall be installed and tested and accepted prior to construction. Vehicular access must be provided and maintained serviceable throughout construction. 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O d O} w F- w � OU c z a) ZF- yo Z 42 d ¢� a Q 0 UW W Q`�°CD E ❑c �c ❑ ❑ U jc N Z c Q H Z U 0M y U w O z z` to cD 0 Z❑ c z w o al.° QZ o o� E °' 3 0 3 M N 3 m Q N3 `D_ z z m F W o� cDa) rna) oo m tea) CL N Z �� Q z ui d N U c) N N� N N Z N Z N N - N Z O z zQ �w Q = Lu L) = J UM J a ca a0 ii z = II ax z w C7 LU J CITY OF DIAMOND BAR NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING AND AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING STATE OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES CITY OF DIAMOND BAR On May 13, 2008, the Diamond Bar Planning Commission will hold a regular session at 7:00 p.m., at the South Coast Quality Management District/Government Center Auditorium, 21865 Copley Drive, Diamond Bar, California. Items for consideration are listed on the attached agenda. I, Stella Marquez, declare as follows: I am employed by the City of Diamond Bar. On May 9, 2008, a copy of the agenda of the Regular Meeting of the Diamond Bar Planning Commission was posted at the following locations: South Coast Quality Management District Auditorium 21865 East Copley Drive Diamond Bar, CA 91765 Diamond Bar Library 1061 Grand Avenue Diamond Bar, CA Heritage Park 2900 Brea Canyon Road Diamond Bar, CA 91765 I declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct. Executed on May 9, 2008, at Diamond Bar, California. a Marquez Community Development Department g:\\affidavitposting.doc CITY OF DIAMOND BAR NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING AND AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING STATE OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES CITY OF DIAMOND BAR On May 13, 2008, the Diamond Bar Planning Commission will hold a regular session at 7:00 p.m., at the South Coast Quality Management District/Government Center Auditorium, 21865 Copley Drive, Diamond Bar, California. Items for consideration are listed on the attached agenda. I, Stella Marquez, declare as follows: I am employed by the City of Diamond Bar. On May 9, 2008, a copy of the agenda of the Regular Meeting of the Diamond Bar Planning Commission was posted at the following locations: South Coast Quality Management District Auditorium 21865 East Copley Drive Diamond Bar, CA 91765 Diamond Bar Library 1061 Grand Avenue Diamond Bar, CA Heritage Park 2900 Brea Canyon Road Diamond Bar, CA 91765 I declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct. Executed on May 9, 2008, at Diamond Bar, California. Stella Marqz Community evelopment Department gA\affidavitposting. doc 1 the(Svuntt May 12, 2008 Diamond Bar Country Estates AssociatidTl City of Diamond Bar Planning Commission Re: 2502 Razzak Circle Gentlepersons: 22615 Lazy Meadow Drive Diamond Bar, Ca. 91765 . (909)861-4114 (909)861-2968 Fax We at the Diamond Bar Country Estates Association are in receipt of proposed plans on the above referenced property and would like to address the following issues with the City Planning Commission. If the applicant's geo/tech study is substantiated we would have no objection to the requested movement of the current line of restriction for home building purposes. However, we respectfully request the Commission to require the applicant to show on all plans the Pathfinder Street easement held by The Country as well as the Slope easement and that these easements be held inviolate. Thank you in advance for acknowledging our concerns. Sincerely, tr f�1/ Diamond Bar Country Estates Association Arthur Coleman, President