HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC 2018-02PLANNING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. 2018-02
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND
BAR, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DEVELOPMENT REVIEW NO. PL2017-187 TO
DEMOLISH AN EXISTING RESIDENCE AND CONSTRUCT A 4,985 SQUARE -
FOOT SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE WITH A 480 SQUARE -FOOT GARAGE AND
540 SQUARE FEET OF PATIO/BALCONY AREA ON A 1.09 GROSS ACRE (47,480
GROSS SQUARE -FOOT) LOT LOCATED AT 2031 RUSTY SPUR ROAD, DIAMOND
BAR, CA 91765 (APN 8713-031-020).
A. RECITALS
The property owner, Yin -Chu Chang, and applicant, Raymond Pan, on behalf of
Atelier R Design, have filed an application for Development Review
No. PL2017-187 to demolish an existing residence and construct a 4,985 square -
foot single-family residence with 480 square feet of garage area, and 540 square
feet of patio/balcony area.
Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Development Review shall be referred
to as the "Proposed Project."
2. The subject property is made up of one parcel totaling 47,480 gross square feet
(1.09 gross acres). It is located in the Rural Residential (RR) zone with an
underlying General Plan land use designation of Rural Residential.
3, The legal description of the subject property is Lot 117 of Tract No. 30091. The
Assessor's Parcel Number is 8713-031-020.
On January 31, 2018, public hearing notices were mailed to property owners
within a 1,000 -foot radius of the Project site. On February 2, 2018, notification of
the public hearing for this projectwas published in the San Gabriel Valley Tribune
and the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin newspapers. Also, public notices were posted
at the project site and the City's three designated community posting sites.
5. On February 13, 2018, 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; and
2. The Planning Commission hereby determines the Project to be Categorically
Exempt from the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
pursuant to the provisions of Article 19, Section 15303(a) (construction of a new
single-family residence) of the CEQA Guidelines. Therefore, no further
environmental review is required.
C. FINDINGS OF FACT
Based on the findings and conclusions set forth herein and as prescribed under
Diamond Bar Municipal Code (DBMC) Section 22.48, this Planning Commission hereby
finds as follows:
Development Review Findings (DBMC Section 22.48.040)
1. The design and layout of the proposed development is consistent with the
applicable elements of the City's General Plan, City Design Guidelines, and
development standards of the applicable district, design guidelines, and
architectural criteria for special areas (e.g., theme areas, specific plans,
community plans, boulevards or planned developments):
The design and layout of the proposed single-family residence consisting of a
4,985 square -foot single-family residence with 480 square feet of garage area,
and 540 square feet of patio/balcony area is consistent with the City's General
Plan, Design Guidelines and development standards. A gradual transition
between the project and adjacent uses is achieved through appropriate setbacks,
building height, landscaping, and window and door placement.
The proposed new single-family residence incorporates various details and
architectural elements such as a flat roof, large eave overhangs, expansive floor
to ceiling windows, emphasis of rectangular forms, and open floor plan; modern
building colors and materials, including taupe colored metal roofing, Santa
Barbara style white plaster, metal and faux wood cladding, textured tile, spandrel
glass and glass railings; and appropriate massing and proportion to meet the
intent of the City's Design Guidelines.
The project site is not part of any theme area, specific plan, community plan,
boulevard or planned development.
2. The design and layout of the proposed development will not interfere with the use
and enjoyment of neighboring existing or future developments, and will not create
traffic or pedestrian hazards;
The proposed single-family house will not interfere with the use and enjoyment
of neighboring existing or future developments because the use of the project site
is designed for a single-family home and the surrounding uses are also single-
family homes.
The proposed single-family house will not interfere with vehicular or pedestrian
movements, such as access or other functional requirements of a single-family
home because it complies with the requirements for driveway widths and meets
the minimum number of required off-street parking spaces.
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3. The architectural design of the proposed development is compatible with the
character of the surrounding neighborhood and will maintain and enhance the
harmonious, orderly and attractive development contemplated by Chapter 22,48:
Development Review Standards, the City's Design Guidelines, the City's General
Plan, or any applicable specific plan;
The proposed house is comparable in mass and scale to existing homes on
similar lots in The Country. The architecture in The Country is eclectic, and
includes a variety of architectural designs. In addition, the height of the building
is 34'-F which is below the 35 -foot maximum. The scale and proportions of the
proposed home are well balanced and appropriate for the site. In sum, the
proposed project fits the character of the neighborhood on which it is proposed.
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, color, and will remain aesthetically appealing;
The architectural style of the home is "Contemporary Ranch" with elements such
as a flat roof, large eave overhangs, expansive floor to ceiling windows, emphasis
of rectangular forms, and open floor plan. Additionally, colors and materials,
including taupe colored metal roofing, Santa Barbara style white plaster, metal
and faux wood cladding, textured tile, spandrel glass and glass railings work in
harmony and with each other and the surrounding elements. Second -story
balconies and angular forms help breakup the massing along all elevations. The
new home will not be intrusive to neighboring homes and will be aesthetically
appealing by integrating a variety of materials. Also, landscaping is integrated
into the site to complement the massing of the house and blend in with
neighboring homes and the natural environment of the site in order to maintain a
desirable environment. The scale and proportions of the proposed home are well
balanced and appropriate for the site.
5. The proposed development will not be detrimental to public health, safety or
welfare or materially injurious (e.g., negative effect on property values or
resale(s) of property) to the properties or improvements in the vicinity; and
Before the issuance of any City permits, the proposed project is required to
comply with all conditions within the approved resolution, and the Building and
Safety Division and Public Works Departments requirements.
Through the permit and inspection process, the referenced agencies will ensure
that the proposed project is not detrimental to the public health, safety or welfare
or materially injurious to the properties or improvements in the vicinity.
6. The proposed project has been reviewed in compliance with the provisions of the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
The proposed project is categorically exempt from the provisions of the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) as set forth under Article 19 Section 15303(a)
(construction of a new single-family residence) of the CEQA Guidelines.
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Based upon the findings and conclusion set forth above, the Planning Commission hereby
approves this Application, subject to the following conditions:
1. Development shall substantially comply with the plans and documents presented
to the Planning Commission at the public hearing.
2. Prior to building permit issuance, the required landscape plan shall be designed
to meet the requirements of the Los Angeles County Fire Department's Fuel
Modification Plan Guidelines in terms of plant selection, placement and
maintenance. The final landscape and fuel modification plans shall be submitted
to the Los Angeles Fire Department for review and approval.
3. Prior to building permit issuance, a Certification of Design, together with
landscape and irrigation plans prepared by a licensed landscape architect, shall
be submitted to the Planning Division for review and approval by the City's
Consulting Landscape Architect. Landscape and irrigation plans shall comply
with the updated Water Efficient Landscaping Ordinance.
4. Prior to the issuance of a demolition, grading or building permit, the protection
zones (15 feet for Tree #23 and 21 feet or at property line for Tree #39), shall be
barricaded by chain link fencing with a minimum height of six feet, or by another
protective barrier approved by the Community Development Director or designee.
Chain link fencing shall be supported by vertical posts at a maximum of ten -foot
intervals to keep the fencing upright and in place. Barriers shall be placed at
least five (5) feet from the drip line of the trees. A sign posted on the fencing
which states "Warning: Tree Protection Zone" and stating the requirements of all
workers in the protection zone. Throughout the course of construction, the tree
protection fencing shall be maintained and the site shall be maintained and
cleaned at all times. No construction staging or disposal of construction materials
or byproducts, including but not limited to paint, plaster, or chemical solutions are
allowed within the confines of the fence or 100 feet of the canopy. The fencing
plan shall be shown on the grading plan and other applicable construction
documents and the Applicant, Owner or construction manager shall contact the
Planning Division to conduct a site visit prior to commencement of any work to
ensure this condition is met. The fencing shall remain in place until the beginning
of the final landscape phase.
5. All work conducted close to the protected zone of the protected oak trees shall
be performed within the presence of a qualified arborist. A 48-hour notice shall
be provided to the arborist and the Planning Division prior to the planned start of
work.
6. Vegetation removal and all work within the protection zone shall be done without
the use of heavy equipment, such as backhoes or excavators. Smaller track
mounted equipment may be specifically allowed, if pre -approved by an arborist.
7. A registered consulting arborist shall be retained by the owner to provide at least
monthly inspections, enforce protection measures during construction and to
speak for the oaks' interest in interface with the architect, engineers and
contractors. All documentation shall be submitted to the Planning Division prior
to final inspection.
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8. Just after the removal of the protection zone fence, under the supervision of the
consulting arborist, the oak tree shall be lightly pruned prior to occupancy to repair
any dead or damaged branches. All work shall be performed by a firm drawn from
a pre -qualified list of.tree'services. The selected firm shall provide a certified
arborist to direct operations on site.
9. No planting, grading or irrigation is permitted below the canopy. Irrigation lines,
especially main lines, shall be outside the protection zone and shall not be dug
at a tangent to the canopy.
10. If protective measures fail to ensure the survival of any protected tree during
construction activity or within three years after approval of final inspection, a
minimum of three 24 -inch box coast live oak trees or other protected species shall
be planted on the property for each protected tree that dies.
11. 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 property owner, Yin -Chu Chang, 2031 Rusty Spur Road, Diamond Bar,
CA 91765; and applicant, Raymond Pan, Atelier R Design,
1142 S. Diamond Bar Blvd. #460, Diamond Bar, CA 91765.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 13TH DAY OF FEBRUARY 2018, BY THE PLANNING
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR.
By:
Raymon Wolfe, Chairman
I, Greg Gubman, 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 13th day of February, 2018, by the following vote:
AYES: Commissioners: Barlas, Farago, Mahlke, VC/Mok, ChairZWolfe
NOES: Commissioners: None
ABSENT: Commissioners: None
ABSTAIN: Commissioners: None
ATTEST:
Greg Gubman, Secretary
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DIAMOND
CALIFORNIA
STANDARD CONDITIONS
USE PERMITS, COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL NEW AND
REMODELED STRUCTURES
PROJECT M Development Review No. PL 2017-187
SUBJECT:
PROPERTY Yin -Chu Chang
OWNER: 2031 Rusty Spur Road
Diamond Bar, CA 91765
APPLICANT: Raymond Pan
Atelier R Design
1142 S. Diamond Bar Blvd. #460
Diamond Bar, CA 91765
LOCATION: 2031 Rusty Spur Road, Diamond Bar, CA 91765
ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT.
I. APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE PLANNING DIVISION AT (909) 839-7030,
FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
A. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
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. PL2017-187 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:
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(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 defendants. 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 Development Review No. PL2017-187, 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 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; and a zoning
approval for those businesses located in Diamond Bar.
4. Signed copies of Planning Commission Resolution No. 2018-02,
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.
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. All site, grading, landscape/irrigation, and roof plans, and elevation
plans' 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.
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10. The hours during which construction activities causing the operation of
any tools or equipment used in construction, drilling, repair, alteration,
or demolition work are limited to Monday through Saturday, between
the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., and are not allowed at any time
on Sundays or holidays.
11. The property owner/applicant shall remove the public hearing notice
board within three days of this project's approval.
12. The applicant shall comply with the requirements of City Planning,
Building and Safety Divisions, Public Works Department, and the Fire
Department.
13. Prior to issuance of building permits, the applicant shall record, and
provide the City with a conformed recorded copy of, a Covenant and
Agreement or similar document in a form approved by the City Attorney,
which restricts the rental of rooms or other portions of the property
under two or more separate agreements and prohibits use of the
property as a boarding or rooming house, except to the extent otherwise
permitted by the Diamond Bar Municipal Code or applicable state or
federal law.
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 comes first.
2. Prior to any plan check, all deposit accounts for the processing of this
project shall have no deficits.
C. TIME LIMITS
1. The approval of Development Review No. PL2017-187 expires within two
years from the date of approval if the use has not been exercised as
defined per Diamond Bar Municipal Code (DBMC)
Section 22.66.050 (b)(1). In accordance with DBMC Section 22.60.050(c),
the applicant may request, in writing, a one-year time extension for
Planning Commission consideration. Such a request must be submitted to
the Planning Division prior to the expiration date and be accompanied by
the review fee in accordance with the fee schedule in effect at the time of
submittal.
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D. SITE DEVELOPMENT
1. This approval is to demolish an existing residence and construct a 4,985
square -foot single-family residence with 480 square feet of garage
area, and 540 square feet of patio/balcony area at 2031 Rusty Spur
Road, as described in the staff report and depicted on the approved
plans on file with the Planning Division, subject to the conditions listed
below.
2. The construction documents submitted for plan check shall be in
substantial compliance with the architectural plans approved by the
Planning Commission, as modified pursuant to the conditions below. If
the plan check submittal is not in substantial compliance with the
approved Development Review submittal, the plans may require further
staff review and re -notification of the surrounding property owners,
which may delay the project and entail additional fees.
3. To ensure compliance_ with the provisions of the Planning Commission
approval, a final inspection is required from the Planning Division when
work for any phase of the project has been completed. The applicant
shall inform the Planning Division and schedule an appointment for
such an inspection.
4. The above conditions shall run with the land and shall be binding upon
all future owners, operators, or successors thereto of the property. Non-
compliance with any condition of approval or mitigation measure
imposed as a condition of the approval shall constitute a violation of the
City's Development Code. Violations may be enforced in accordance
with the provisions of the Development Code.
5. Failure to comply with any of the conditions set forth above or as
subsequently amended in writing by the City, may result in failure to
obtain a building final and/or a certificate of occupancy until full
compliance is reached. The City's requirement for full compliance may
require minor corrections and/or complete demolition of a non-
compliant improvement, regardless of costs incurred where the project
does not comply with design requirements and approvals that the
applicant agreed to when permits were pulled to construct the project.
6. 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, on file with the Planning
Division, the conditions contained herein, and the Development Code
regulations.
7. All ground -mounted utility appurtenances such as transformers, air
conditioning condensers, etc., shall be located out of public view and
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adequately screened through the use of a combination of concrete or
masonry walls, berms, and/or landscaping to the satisfaction of the
Planning Division.
8. All roof -mounted equipment shall be screened from public view.
9. 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 owners/occupant.
10. All landscaping, structures, architectural features and public
improvements damaged during construction shall be repaired or
replaced upon project completion.
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.
F. FIRE PROTECTION STANDARDS
Development shall be constructed to reduce the potential for spread of
brushfire.
a. In the case of a conflict, where more restrictive provisions are
contained in the Uniform Building Code or in the fire code, the more
restrictive provisions shall prevail.
Roofs shall be covered with noncombustible materials as defined
in the building. code. Open eave ends shall be stopped in order to
prevent bird nests or other combustible material lodging within the
roof and to preclude entry of flames.
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c. Exterior walls shall be surfaced with noncombustible or fire-
resistant materials.
Balconies, patio roofs, eaves and other similar overhangs shall be
of noncombustible construction or shall be protected by fire-
resistant material in compliance with the building code.
2. All development shall be constructed with adequate water supply and
pressure for all proposed development in compliance with standards
established by the fire marshal.
3. A permanent fuel modification area shall ' be required around
development projects or portions thereof that are adjacent or exposed
to hazardous fire areas for the purpose of fire protection. The required
width of the fuel modification area shall be based on applicable building
and fire codes and a fire hazard analysis study developed by the fire
marshal. In the event abatement is not performed, the council may
instruct the fire marshal to give notice to the owner of the property upon
which the condition exists to correct the prohibited condition. If the
owner fails to correct the condition, the council may cause the
abatement to be performed and make the expense of the correction a
lien on the property upon which the conditions exist.
4. Fuel modification areas shall incorporate soil erosion and sediment
control measures to alleviate permanent scarring and accelerated
erosion.
5. If the fire marshal determines in any specific case that difficult terrain,
danger of erosion, or other unusual circumstances make strict
compliance with the clearance of vegetation undesirable or impractical,
the fire marshal may suspend enforcement and require reasonable
alternative measures designed to advance the purposes of this chapter.
Special construction features may be required in the design of
structures where site investigations confirm potential geologic hazards.
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
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System (NPDES) standards and incorporate the appropriate Best
Management Practices (BMP's) as specified in the Storm Water BMP
Certification.
2. 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 of Diamond Bar Municipal Code
Section 22.22.080 -Grading.
4. 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.
5. Grading of the subject property shall be in accordance with the
California Building Code, City Grading Ordinance, Hillside Management
Ordinance and acceptable grading practices.
6. The maximum grade of driveways serving building pad areas shall be
20 percent. In hillside areas driveway grades exceeding 15 percent
shall have parking landings with a minimum 16 feet deep and shall not
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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.
7. 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.
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.
9. Rough grade certifications by project soils and civil engineers shall be
submitted prior to issuance of building permits for the foundation of the
residential structure. Retaining wall permits may be issued concurrently
with grading permits.
10. Final grade certifications by project 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 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. UTILITIES
Underground utilities shall not be constructed within the drip line of any
mature tree except as approved by a registered arborist.
III. APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE BUILDING AND SAFETY DIVISION,
(909) 839-7020, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
General Conditions:
At the time of plan check submittal, plans and construction shall
conform to current State and Local Building Code (i.e., 2016 California
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2. Building Code series will apply) requirements and all other applicable
construction codes, ordinances and regulations in effect.
3. Provisions for CAL Green shall be implemented onto plans and
certification shall be provided by a third party as required by the Building
Division. Specific water, waste, low VOC, and related conservation
measures shall be shown on plans. Construction shall conform to the
current CAL Green Code.
Plan Check — Items to be addressed prior to plan approval:
4. The minimum design load for wind in this area is 110 M.P.H. exposures
"C" and the site is within seismic zone D or E. 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. All lighting shall be high
efficacy or equivalent per the current California Energy Code 119 and
150(k).
6. Indoor air quality shall be provided consistent with ASHRAE 62.2 as
required per California Energy Code 150(0).
7. Public Works/Engineering Department is required to review and
approve grading plans that clearly show all finish elevations, drainage,
and retaining wall(s) locations. These plans shall be consistent with the
site plan submitted to the Building & Safety Division.
8. "Separate permits are required for retaining walls and rear yard
cantilever deck" and shall be noted on plans.
9. There shall be design for future electrical vehicle charging including
circuitry in the electrical panel and future conduit.
10. All balconies shall be designed for 60lb/ft live load.
11. All easements shall be shown on the site plan.
12. 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
requirements of the fire zone per CBC Chapter 7A.
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
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more than 1/2 inch in any dimension except where such openings
are equipped with sash or door.
c. Eaves shall be protected.
d. Exterior construction shall be one-hour or non-combustible.
e. Fuel modification plans shall be approved through LA County Fire
Fuel Modification Unit.
f. LA County Fire shall approve plans for fire flow availability due to
home being over 3600 sf as required per CFC Appendix B105.1.
13. All retainingwalls shall be separately submitted to the Building and
Safety and Public Works/Engineering Departments for review and
approval.
14. A soils report is required per CBC 1803 and all recommendations of the
soils report shall be adhered to.
15. Slope setbacks shall be consistent with California Building Code Figure
1805.3.1 and California Residential Code R403.1.7. Foundations shall
provide a minimum distance to daylight.
16. Design for future electric vehicle charging and solar ready roof shall be
provided.
Permit — Items required prior to building permit issuance:
17. Solid waste management of construction material shall incorporate
recycling material collection per Diamond Bar Municipal Code 8.16 of
Title 8. The contractor shall complete all required forms and pay
applicable deposits prior to permit.
18. Prior to building permit issuance, all school district fees shall be paid.
Please obtain a form from the Building and Safety Division to take
directly to the school district.
19. Submit grading plans clearly showing all finish elevations, drainage,
and retaining wall locations. No building permits shall be issued prior to
submitting a pad certification.
20. Private property sewer system shall be approved by the Los Angeles
County Sanitation Department.
21. AQMD notification is required at least 10 days prior to any demolition.
Proof of notification is required at permit issuance.
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22. All workers on the job shall be covered by workman's compensation
insurance under a licensed general contractor. Any changes to the
contractor shall be updated on the building permit.
Construction — Conditions required during construction:
23. Fire sprinklers are required for new single family dwellings (CRC
R313.2). Sprinklers shall be approved by LA County Fire Department
prior to installation and shall be inspected at framing stage and
finalization of construction.
24. Occupancy of the facilities shall not commence until all California
Building Code and State Fire Marshal regulations have been met. The
buildings shall be inspected for compliance prior to occupancy.
25. Every permit issued by the building official under the provisions of this
Code shall expire and become null and void unless the work authorized
by such permit is commenced within one -hundred -eighty (180) days
after permit issuance, and if a successful inspection has not been
obtained from the building official within one -hundred -eighty (180) days
from the date of permit issuance or the last successful inspection. A
successful inspection shall mean a documented passed inspection by
the city building inspector as outlined in Section 110.6.
26. All structures and property shall be maintained in a safe and clean
manner during construction. The property shall be free of debris, trash,
and weeds.
27. All equipment staging areas shall be maintained in an orderly manner
and screened behind a minimum 6' high fence.
28. A height and setback survey may be required at completion of framing
and foundations construction phases respectively.
29. The project shall be protected by a construction fence to the satisfaction
of the Building Official, and shall comply with the NPDES & BMP
requirements (sand bags, etc.). All fencing shall be view obstructing
with opaque surfaces.
30. The location of property lines and building pad may require a survey to
be determined by the building inspection during foundation and/or
frame inspection.
31. The applicant shall contact Dig Alert and have underground utility
locations marked by the utility companies prior to any excavation.
Contact Dig Alert by dialing 811 or their website at www.digalert.org.
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32. The applicant shall first request and secure approval from the City for
any changes or deviations from approved plans prior to proceeding with
any work in accordance with such changes or deviations.
33. Glass rails shall be designed for a factor of safety of 4 and be capable
of being supported by the top rail if one glass panel shall fail.
34. The glass canopy shall be shatter -resistant with proof supplied to the
building inspector.
35. All glazing in hazardous locations shall be labeled as safety glass. The
labeling shall be visible for inspection.
36. Pursuant to California Residential Code (CRC) Section R315, carbon
monoxide detectors are required in halls leading to sleeping rooms.
37. Drainage patterns shall match the approved grading/drainage plan from
the Public Works/Engineering Department. Surface water shall drain
away from the building at a 2% minimum slope. The final as -built
conditions shall match the grading/drainage plan or otherwise approved
as -built grading/drainage plan.
38. Decks, roofs, and other flat surfaces shall slope at least 1/4"/ft with
approved and listed water proofing material. Guardrails shall be
provided for these surfaces at least 42° minimum in height, 4° maximum
spacing between rails, and capable of resisting at least 20 pounds per
lineal foot of lateral load.
39. Special inspections and structural observation will be required in
conformance with CBC 1704 to 1709.
40. All glazing shall have the NFRC labeling that meets energy calculations.
Any deviations from the energy compliance forms shall be adjusted tc
the satisfaction of the building inspector.
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