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Home My WebLink About09/25/2001WAWL,ILI� '11 a IL M MI= F4 M11 91al South Coast Air Quality Management District Auditorium 21865 East Copley Diamond Bar, ( Chairman Vice Chairman Commissioner Commissioner Commissioner Bob Zirbes Joe Ruzicka George.Kuo Steve Nelson Steve Tye Copies of staff reports or other written documentation relating to agenda items are on file in the Planning Division of the Dept. of Community & Development Services, located at 21825 E. Copley Drive, and are available for public inspection. If you have questions regarding an agenda item, please call (909) 396-5676 during regular business hours. 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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) 396-5676 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) 396-5676 Computer Access to Agendas (909) 860 -LINE General Agendas (909) 396-5676 email: info@ci.diamond-bar.ca.us Next Resolution No. 2001-30 —PLANNING -COMMISSION CITY OF DIAMOND BAR Tuesday, September 25, 2001 AGENDA CALL TO ORDER: 7:00 P.M. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: 1 ROLL CALL: COMMISSIONERS: Chairman Bob Zirbes, Vice Chairman Joe Ruzicka, George Kuo, Steve Nelson, and Steve Tye. 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 vjountar)L.1 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: August 14, 2001. 5. OLD BUSINESS: None. 6. NEW BUSINESS- None. 7. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING: 7.1 Variance No. 2001 (pursuant to Code Section 22.54) is a request to construct a wrought iron perimeter fence and entry gates that will exceed the maximum allowable height within the front setback. (Continued from September 11, 2001) Project Address: 2859 Watercourse Drive Diamond Bar, CA 91765 Property Owner: Applicant: Page 2 PLANNING COMMISSION Mr. Liu 2859 Watercourse Drive Diamond Bar, CA 91765 Rodney Tapp 351 S. Thomas Street Pomona, CA 91766 Environmental Determination: Pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), Section 15303(e), the City has determined that this project is categorically exempt. Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Variance No. 2001-06, Findings of Fact, and conditions of approval, as listed within the resolution. 8.1 Development Code Amendment No. 2001-02, Conditional Use Permit No. 2001-06 and Comprehensive Sign Program 2000-02 (pursuant to Code Sections 22.36.120.C. and 22.36.080, 22.58. and 22.36.060) is a request to install signs for the Diamond Bar Honda dealership and recently approved dealer expansion/car wash/lube facility. Proposed signs are as follows: a 65 - foot tall electronic reader board; three monument signs; two canopy signs; and one dealership identification sign. The proposed Development Code Amendment within the C-3 zone will permit freeway -oriented signs that feature an electronic reader board with a maximum 65 -foot height and a maximum total sign face area of 1,000 square feet for development complexes. Additionally, the proposed Development Code Amendment will allow freeway oriented wall signs with a maximum sign face area of 300 square feet and monument signs with a maximum 12 foot height and a maximum sign face area of 55 square feet for the freeway oriented development complexes within the C-3 zone. The Conditional Use Permit will be utilized to review the proposed electronic reader board sign with regard to location, design and potential impacts. The Comprehensive Sign Program provides a process for sign integration with the design of structures on site in order to achieve a unified architectural statement. The Planning Commission is charged with making a recommendation to the City Council for the proposed request. SEPTEMBER 25, 2001 Page 3 PLANNING COMMISSION Project Address: 515-525 S. Grand Ave. Diamond Bar, CA 91765 Property Owner: Matthew Tachdjian Diamond Bar Honda 525 S. Grand Ave. Diamond Bar, CA 91765 Applicant: Rod Wilson Electric -Media, Inc. 4737 W. 156th St. Lawndale, CA 90260 Environmental Determination: Pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), Section 15070, the City has determined that a Negative Declaration is required for this project. Recommendation: Due to an error in the public hearing notification, staff has re -advertised this item to be heard at the next regular Planning Commission meeting on October 9, 2001. 8.2 Development Review No. 2001-11 (pursuant to Code Section 22.48.010.A.) is a request to construct a two-story single family residence with a four -car garage with two spaces in tandem and balconies for a total of approximately 11,000 square feet. Additionally, the request includes retaining walls within the side yards with a maximum height of six feet. Project Address: 2698 Blaze Trail (Lot 2, Tract 51169) Diamond Bar, CA 91765 Property Owner/ Horizon Pacific Applicant: 2707 Diamond Bar Blvd Diamond Bar, CA 91765 Environmental Determination: Pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), Section 15303(a), the City has determined that this project is categorically exempt. SEPTEMBER 25, 2001 Page 4 PLANNING COMMISSION Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Development Review No. 2001 -11, Findings of Fact, and conditions of approval, as listed within the resolution. R3 10. 11. 8.3 Conditional Use Permit No. 2001-03 and Development Review No. 2001-13 (pursuant to Code Sections 22.58 and 22.48.020(A)) is a request to modify the interior of an existing tower of the Country Suites to house telecommunication facilities. Project Address: Property Owner: riMPT-Tt M, 21951 Golden Springs Drive Diamond Bar, CA 91765 The Ayers Group 355 Bristol Street, #A Costa Mesa, CA 92626 Cingular 2521 Michelle Drive Tustin, CA 92780 Environmental Determination: Pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the City has determined that this project is categorically exempt pursuant Section 15301(a) of Article 19 of Chapter 3 of Title 14 the California Code of Regulations. Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Conditional Use Permit No. 2001-03 and Development Review No. 2001-13, Findings of Fact, and conditions of approval, as listed within the resolution. PLANNING COMMISSION COMMENTS: INFORMATIONAL ITEMS: 10.1 Public Hearing dates for future projects. SCHEDULE OF FUTURE EVENTS: PARKS AND RECREATION Thursday, September 27, 2001 — 7:00 p.m. COMMISSION MEETING: AQMD Board Hearing Room 21865 E. Copley Drive SEPTEMBER 25, 2001 CITY COUNCIL MEETING: ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW Page 5 PLANNING COMMISSION Tuesday, October 2, 2001 — 6:30 p.m. AQMD Auditorium 21865 E. Copley Drive Tuesday, October 9, 2001 — 6:00 p.m. AQMD Auditorium 21865 E. Copley Drive PLANNING COMMISSION Tuesday, October 9, 2001 — 7:00 p.m. MEETING: AQMD Auditorium 21865 E. Copley Drive TRAFFIC AND TRANSPORTATION Thursday, October 11, 2001 — 7:00 p.m. COMMISSION MEETING: AQMD Board Hearing Room 21865 E. Copley Drive STATE LANTERMAN1 COMMUNITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE: Thursday, October 11, 2001 — 7:00 p.m. Research Conference Room Lanterman Development Center 3530 W. Pomona Blvd., Pomona ---NHN-U-TES-OF—T-HE-Cl-T-Y-OF-DIAMOND-BAR — REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION AUGUST 14, 2001 CALL TO ORDER: Chairman Zirbes called the meeting to order at 7:10 p.m. in the South Coast Air Quality Management Auditorium, 21865 East Copley Drive, Diamond Bar, California. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commissioner Kuo. 11 PA, 3. 4. ROLL CALL: Present: Chairman Bob Zirbes, Vice Chairman Joe Ruzicka, and Commissioners George Kuo, and Steve Tye. Commissioner Steve Nelson was excused. Also Present: James DeStefano, Deputy City Manager; Linda Smith, Development Services Assistant; Bob Rose, Community Services Director; Gary Olivas, Recreation Superintendent; Sara West, Athletics Specialist, and Stella Marquez, Administrative Secretary. MATTERS FROM THE AUDIENCE/PUBLIC COMMENTS: None offered. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: Chair/Zirbes requested that Item 8.1 be discussed prior to New Business. CONSENT CALENDAR: 4.1 Minutes of the Regular Meeting of July 24, 2001. VC/Ruzicka moved, C/Kuo seconded, to approve the minutes for the regular July 10, 2001, meeting as presented. Motion carried by the following Roll Call vote: AYES: CONMSSIONERS: NOES: CONMSSIONERS: ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: 5. OLD BUSINESS: None VC/Ruzicka, Kuo, Tye, Chair/Zirbes None Nelson AUGUST 14, 2001 PAGE 2 PLANNING COMMISSION' 8. PUBLIC HEARING: 8.1 Conditional Use Permit No. 94-04(2) (pursuant to Code Section 22.66.060 -Changes to an approved Project) is a request to modify a project approved by the Planning Commission on March 13, 1995, which allowed the construction of Pantera Park. The modification request would change the existing time schedule for operating the ball field lights. Current schedule: Sunday through Thursday - Sunset to 8:00 p.m. and Friday through Saturday - Sunset to 9:00 p.m. Proposed Schedule: Daily except Wednesday - Sunset to 9:00 p.m. and Wednesday - Sunset to 10:00 p.m. The proposed schedule is temporary until the renovation of Peterson Park turf areas are completed. If approved, the temporary schedule will commence in mid-August and conclude by December 31, 2001. a, A I,•• a 738 Pantera Drive Diamond Bar, CA 91765 City of Diamond Bar 21825 E. Copley Drive Diamond Bar, CA 91765 VC/Ruzicka said he hopes that when this CUP is approved, all of the sports organizations that use the Pantera Park field take an aggressive stand to make certain that the attendees are considerate of the neighborhood. Chair/Zirbes opened the public hearing. There being no one present who wished to speak on this matter, Chair/Zirbes closed the public hearing. C/Tye stated he is concerned about traffic at the park and he does not believe that lighting the park will alleviate this problem. He asked what input has been offered to Ms. Gill. CSD/Rose said he spoke with Gloria Gill about this issue. The primary concern is that some people who attend the facility park on the street, rather than use the parking lot, which offers easier access to the ball fields. Since this prompts a transportation issue, it needs to be address with parking restrictions in that area. C/Tye asked if direction could be given to the sports organizations to use the parking lot. CSD/Rose responded that the Planning Commission may wish to make the request a condition of this approval. C/Kuo expressed concern about the adult softball members remaining in the park after 11:00 P.M. AUGUST 14, 2001 PAGE 3 PLANNING COMMISSION CSD/Rose indicated to C/Kuo that the City's municipal code states that parks with lighted facilities close at 10:00 p.m. Staff could request that the Sheriff's Department conduct a drive-through at about 10:00 p.m. to make certain individuals vacate the facility. VC/Ruzicka moved to approve Conditional Use Permit No. 94-04(2) with the following provision: That the sports organizations that use Pantera Park have board members on regular tour duty around the park to note improperly parked vehicles, get the license numbers, and immediately request that the vehicle be moved by announcing same over the loud speaker system. Motion died for lack of a second. C/Tye moved, Chair/Zirbes seconded, to approve Conditional Use Permit No. 94-04(2) with the condition that staff provide flyers containing strong language regarding the use of the parking lot facilities and consideration of the surrounding neighborhoods during the use of the practice field and/or ball field on Wednesday night. Motion carried by the following Roll Call vote: AYES: COMMISSIONERS: Kuo, Tye, VC/Ruzicka, Chair/Zirbes NOES: COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: Nelson 6. NEW BUSINESS: 6.1 Standards Requiring the Installation of Front Yard Landscaping within Residential Zones: DCM/DeStefano presented staff's report. Staff recommends that the Planning Commission discuss the attached information and direct staff appropriately. Chair/Zirbes proposed that the Commission consider modifying the existing property maintenance standards for residential properties to include landscaping requirements such as those contained in the property maintenance standards for the City of Arcadia to wit: "Yards and setback areas shall be landscaped with lawn, trees, shrubs, or other plant materials, and shall be permanently maintained in a neat and orderly manner. Pedestrian walkways and vehicular access ways shall not occupy more than (insert the current Diamond Bar standards) of the required front yard." Further, with respect to landscape maintenance, include the standards incorporated by the City of Upland as stated in Paragraph (g) in its entirety with the following amendment: Change "single family" to "residential" in line 3. C/Tye asked what happens when property owners do not comply with the property maintenance standards. DCM/DeStefano said that missing from Diamond Bar's standards is "shall be landscaped" as stated in Arcadia's standards. If front yards are not landscaped and held to defined AUGUST 14, 2001 PAGE 4 PLANNING COMMISSION standards, the City's citation process would kick in. In addition, the legal non -conforming residences could be directed to become conforming within a specified period of time such as one year. The specified needs to provide a reasonable notification period for compliance. Chair/Zirbes moved, VC/Ruzicka seconded, to direct staff to present draft landscape and maintenance standards for the Commission's consideration in accordance with tonight's discussion. Motion carried by the following Roll Call vote: AYES: COMMISSIONERS: NOES: COMMISSIONERS: ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: 10. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS: 10.1 Public Hearing dates for future projects. As detailed in the agenda. 11. SCHEDULE OF FUTURE EVENTS: As listed in the Agenda. Kuo, Tye, VC/Ruzicka, Chair/Zirbes None None None There being no further business to come before the Planning Commission, Chairman Zirbes adjourned the meeting at 7:54 p.m. Attest: Chairman Bob Zirbes Respectfully Submitted, James DeStefano Deputy City Manager 7A TWTA N f W K1A I TO: James DeStefano, Deputy City Manager H IXAMONDBAR COMMUNITY & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES PLANNING DIVISION FROM: Linda Smith, Development Services Assistant #,,/ DATE: September 20, 2001 SUBJECT: Variance No. 2001-06, 2859 Water Course Drive, Diamond Bar This project was continued to the September 25, 2001 meeting due to lack of quorum at the -September 11, 2001 scheduled meeting. Attached is a revised Resolution that includes the date changes and the original copy of the staff report prepared for that meeting. REVISED DRAFT ., PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2001 -XX A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR CONDITIONALLY APPROVING VARIANCE NO. 2001-06 AND A CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION FOR A REQUEST TO CONSTRUCT A WROUGHT IRON AND PILASTER FENCE, ENTRY GATES AND MASONRY WALLS WITHIN THE FRONT SETBACK OF A SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE. THE PROJECT SITE IS LOCATED AT 2859 WATERCOURSE DRIVE, DIAMOND BAR, CALIFORNIA. WHEREAS: The applicant, Rodney Tapp, acting as the agent for property owners Ming Ching Liu and Yang Cheung, has filed an application for Variance No. 2001-06 for a property located at 2859 Watercourse Drive, Diamond Bar, California. The applicant has requested relief of the City's development regulations concerning the height of fencing located within the required front yard setback; and WHEREAS: Notice of the public hearing has been posted, published and mailed in a manner prescribed by the Diamond Bar Development Code; and WHEREAS: On July 24, 2001, the Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the Application and continued the item to September 11, 2001. On September 11, 2001, due to lack of quorum the Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar continued the public hearing to September 25, 2001, and concluded the public hearing on September 25, 2001. NOW, THEREFORE THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR DOES HEREBY RESOLVE, FIND AND DETERMINE AS FOLLOWS: SECTION A. This Planning Commission hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals of this Resolution are true and correct. SECTION B. The Planning Commission hereby finds that the proposed project is Categorical Exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) in accordance with Section 15303 (e) of the CEQA Guidelines. The exemption documents have been prepared in accordance with the provisions of CEQA and local guidelines. Furthermore, the Categorical Exemption reflects the independent judgement of the City. SECTION C. The Planning Commission declares that the information in the Staff Report and the testimony given at the public hearings are incorporated in this resolution and comprise the basis upon which the findings have been made. SECTION D. The Planning Commission hereby finds the proposed project is generally described as follows: The project site is a 65,011 square foot parcel of land located at 2859 Watercourse Drive. 2. The proposed project includes the construction of approximately 292 linear feet of five-foot high wrought iron fencing with six-foot high masonry pilasters, and a 60- REVISED DRAFT foot wide formal vehicular entry statement consisting of eight to ten foot high masonry walls. A andwrought iron - vehicular entry gate is shown on the submitted plans. The proposed fencing and entry statement is located within the required 30 -foot wide front yard setback area. 3. The project site has a General Plan land use designation of RR (Rural Residential). 4. The project site is zoned R-1-20,000. SECTION E. The Planning Commission finds: 1. There are special circumstances applicable to the property (e.g., location, shape, size, surroundings, topography, or other conditions), so that the strict application of this Development Code denies the property owner privileges enjoyed by other property owners in the vicinity and under identical zoning districts or creates an unnecessary and non -self created, hardship or unreasonable regulation which make it obviously impractical to require compliance with the development standards; The subject property is substantially larger than the surrounding parcels of land. However, existing slopes have reduced the effective building pad area upon which the owner is in the process of construction a two-story 20,000 square foot single- family dwelling unit. The structure has been turned on the building pad and it is not perpendicular to the surrounding property lines. The front of the dwelling contains a Porte-cochere and circular driveway. Install the proposed security fencing behind the required 30 -foot wide setback would impact the existing driveway and parking areas. 2. Granting the Variance is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of substantial property rights possessed by other property owners in the same vicinity and zoning district and denied to the property owner for which the Variance is sought; The proposed project as modified is a site development amenity that exists on a number of surrounding residential properties of similar size, zoning, and configuration. The site topography, configuration and the location of the dwelling unit severely limits the applicant's ability to locate the proposed fencing behind or at the prescribed front yard setback. Without the requested relief, the proposed fence would obstruct the functionality of the approved driveway and parking amenities. 3. Granting the Variance is consistent with the General Plan and any applicable specific plan; The proposed project is consistent with the goals, objectives and strategies as set forth in the City's adopted General Plan. 4. The proposed entitlement would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare of the City. The proposed project improvements are contained within the confines of the property and are considered minor in nature. As such, the improvements will not K REVISED DRAFT be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare of the City. 5. The proposed entitlement has been reviewed for compliance with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). SECTION F. Based on the findings and conclusions set forth above, the Planning Commission hereby approves the Application subject to the following conditions: 1 The project shall substantially conform to the submitted plans presented to the Planning Commission, and as such plans are amended herein. 2. The maximum height of the fence and its components shall conform with the following: the wrought iron fencing shall not exceed a maximum height of five -feet; the proposed masonry pilasters shall not exceed a height of six -feet; the masonry entry element and associated vehicular wrought iron grates shall not exceed a height of eight -feet. All measurements shall be made from the adjacent finished grade. 3. The vehicular access gates shall be set back 24 feet from the edge of the private roadbed in order to insure that a vehicle can be parked between the vehicular access gates and the private roadbed. 4. Construction plans, inclusive of design details and final elevations shall be submitted to the Planning Division, and are subject to approval by the Deputy City Manager prior to acceptance for building department plan check. 5. 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 granted herein. The removal of all trash, debris, and refuse, whether during or subsequent to construction shall be done only by the property owner, the 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 utilized has obtained permits from the City of Diamond Bar to provide such services. 6. Construction activity shall be limited to the times prescribed by the City's Development Code. 7. Construction Plans shall conform to State and Local Building Codes (i.e. 1998 editions of the Uniform Building Code, Plumbing Code, Mechanical Code and 1998 edition of the National Electrical Code) as well as the State Energy Code. 8. This entitlement is valid for one year and must be exercised (i.e. construction started) within that period or this entitlement shall automatically expire. A six-month extension may be requested in writing and submitted to the City 30 days prior to the expiration date. 9. This grant shall not be effective for any purpose until the permittee and owner of the property involved (if other than the permittee) have filed, their affidavit stating that they are aware of and agree to accept all the conditions of this grant. Further, K REVISED DRAFT this grant shall not be effective until the permittee pays applicable City processing fees, school fees and other associated fees for the review —of-��u-b—miffe—d-reports. — 10. All requirements of the Development Code and the underlying zone district shall be complied with unless modified by this entitlement. SECTION G. The Planning Commission shall: Certify to the adoption of this Resolution; and 2. Forthwith transmit a certified copy of this Resolution to the applicant. APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 25th OF SEPTEMBER 2001, BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR. -3V4 Chairman 1, James DeStefano, Planning Commission Secretary, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly introduced, passed, and adopted by the Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar, at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission held on the 25th Day of September 2001, by the following vote: ATTEST: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: James DeStefano, Secretary M REPORT DATE: MEETING DATE: CASE/FILE NUMBER: APPLICATION REQUEST: PROJECT LOCATION: I t 100 a A -0 WK01TA _kl 14 Iffism. I W, City of Diamond Bar PLANNING COMMISSION Staff Report 7.1 August 11, 2001 September 11, 2001 Variance No. 2001-06 A variance to construct a wrought iron fence of five -feet (5) in height supported by six foot (6') pilasters, and entry gates and connecting ten - foot high masonry entry walls within the required 30 -foot wide front yard setback: 2859 Watercourse Drive Diamond Bar, CA 91765 Mr. Ming Ching Liu and Yang Cheung 2859 Watercourse Drive Diamond Bar, CA 91765 D. Rodney Tapp 351 S. Thomas Street Pomona, CA 91766 The property owners, Ming Ching Liu and Yang Cheung, and applicant, Rodney Tapp, have submitted an application for Variance No. 2001-06. The applicant is requesting a variance from the City's fence regulations in order to construct a five-foot high masonry and wrought iron.fence within the required front yard setback. The proposed project also includes a proposal for a ten foot high masonry and wrought iron vehicular entry gate. The Planning Commission reviewed the proposed project at its meeting of July 24, 2001. Testimony was received from the general public and representatives of the affected homeowners association requested a continuance of the proposed project to afford them an opportunity to review the project with the homeowner association board of directors. The Planning Commission continued the public hearing to its regular meeting of September 11, 2001 to allow the applicant an opportunity to present the proposed project to the affected homeowners association for its review and consideration. The project site is located at 2859 Watercourse Drive. The site is comprised of approximately 65,011 gross square feet of land area. The net area of the site is approximately_56,600_net__ ._ square feet after deduction of the public street rights-of-way. Construction is currently in progress for development of a 20,000 square foot two-story single-family residence .with detached multi -car garage, tennis court, gazebo and pool. The site contains approximately 262 linear feet of street frontage. .� ,kil.1_ 01 I 10 The project site is zoned Single Family Residential — Minimum Lot Size 20,000 square feet (R-1, 20,000). Its General Plan Land Use Designation is RR (Rural Residential). Generally, the land uses surrounding the subject property include single-family residential (R-1, 20,000/RR) on the north, east, south, and west. ANALYSIS: Review Authority Pursuant to Chapter 22.44.020 of the Development Code, the Planning Commission is designated with review authority for this Variance Application. Development Standards The following is a comparison of the City's development standards as delineated under Chapter 22.20 of the Development Code, and the requested variance from proposed development standards established for the required 30 foot wide front yard setback: City's Required Development Standards Proposed Project Maximum Height of Fences: Proposed Height of Fences: Rear and Interior side yards — 6 feet Rear and Interior side yards — 6 feet Front and Street side yards — 42 inches Front yard — wrought iron fence of 5 feet (5) in height supported by six-foot high pilasters (6'), with a transition to a formal entry defined by a solid masonry wall rising from an eight -foot high pilaster to a maximum height of 10 feet. An ornate wrought iron double entry gates of 20 feet in width and a maximum height of 9%2 feet. E Proposed Project Description The project pite is a residential property currently under development. The proposed project is the construction of approximately 292 linear feet of fencing to be located in the required front yard. The width of the parcel is approximately 262 feet. The proposed fence is to be located approximately, five feet from the front property line. The fence returns 25 feet to the setback line along the north property line and approximately 5 feet along the south property line. The fence is 5 feet high, the pilasters are 6 feet high and the 60 -foot wid . e masonry and wrought iron formal entry treatment rises from 8 feet to 10 feet in height. Application of the fence height limitations as required under Chapter 22.20 of the Development Code would prevent the construction of the proposed fence. The maximum height of a fence within the 30 -foot wide front yard setback is 42 inches. It is not unusual for residential estates of similar size to have six-foot high security fences surrounding the perimeter of the site. Because the new dwelling unit has been turned on the site the front edge of the structure is located 30 feet from the front property line. The functional use of the circular driveway and porte-cochere would be impacted if a fence were constructed 30 feet from the front property line. The applicant has submitted photographs of neighborhood homes that in his judgement represent the proposed fencing program. Although, the photographs do depict fences in excess of 42 inches in height located in front yards, they are generally located atop retaining walls. Although the scale of the surrounding neighborhood fencing is similar, the topographical circumstances are not similar to those that affect the subject property. The -photographs are attached for your review. Staff is suggesting that the wrought iron fence not exceed 5 feet in height. The masonry pilasters should not exceed a height of six feet. The formal entry gate should not exceed a height of eight feet. The vehicular access gates should be set back at least 24 feet from the edge of the public/private roadbed so as to insure that a vehicle can be parked off of the public roadway while the automatic gates are operating. With the proposed modifications the staff is suggesting that the Planning Commission can make the required variance findings of fact. The proposed fencing and associated entry treatment is an improvement that exists at a similar scale on a number of surrounding residential properties of similar size, zoning, and configuration. Approval of the requested variance will not represent a grant of special privilege to the subject property. Additionally, the proposed project is consistent with the goals, objectives and strategies as set forth in the City's adopted General Plan. The adopted design guidelines do not prohibit the requested fencing program as modified by staff. The proposed project improvements are contained within the confines of the property and are considered minor in nature. As such, the improvements will not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare of the City. 3 M1111 --i The proposed improvements when modified as suggested, are similar to those enjoyed by surrounding residential properties, and would be in scale and compatible with existing improvements on properties of similar zoning, size and configuration within the neighborhood. With respect to this application request, the Planning Commission has the following options: 1. Adopt a resolution approving or conditionally approving the proposed project; or 2. Continue the project to a date certain for specific reasons; or. 3. Adopt a resolution denying the proposed project. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING: This item has been advertised in the San Gabriel Valley Tribune and the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin on July 6, 2001. Notices were mailed to approximately 42 property owners within a 500 - foot radius of the project site on July 12, 2001. A notice of public hearing on a display board measuring at least 4 foot by 6 foot was posted at the project site on July 13, 2001 and displayed for at least 10 days before the public hearing. Also, a notice of public hearing was posted at three public places on July 13, 2001. The Planning Commission at its meeting of July 24, 2001 continued the public hearing to Tuesday, September 11, 2001. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT: It is the recommendation of the planning department that the proposed project is Categorically Exempt pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), Section 15303(e), "New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures. REQUIRED VARIANCE FINDINGS: Before the Planning Commission can grant a variance from the City's development regulations of the following findings of fact must be made: 1. There are special circumstances applicable to the 'property (e.g., location, shape, size, surroundings, topography, or other conditions), so that the strict application of this Development Code denies the property owner privileges enjoyed by other property owners in the vicinity and under identical zoning districts or creates an unnecessary and non -self created, hardship or unreasonable regulation which make it obviously impractical to require compliance with the development standards; 4 -----2.Granting the —Variance is necessary -for the preservation and enjoyment of substantial property rights possessed by other property owners in the same vicinity and zoning district and denied to the property owner for which the Variance is sought; 3. Granting the Variance is consistent with the General Plan and any applicable specific plan; 4. The proposed entitlement would not be.detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare of the City; and 5. The proposed entitlement has been reviewed in compliance with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Staff has prepared suggested findings of fact that are set forth in the attached draft resolution. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission conduct the public hearing, receive testimony, close the public hearing, and adopt a resolution approving the propose project as amended and subject to comply with the conditions set forth in the attached draft Resolution. Prepared by: ILDIVI Associates ATTACHMENTS: 1. Draft Resolution 2. Exhibit "A" — site plan, elevations, site photographs; and 3. Applicant's Application. 4. July 11, 2001, Staff Report 5 PLANNING COMMISSION ------------RESOLUTION-NO.-2001-=X-X------------ A -------RESOLUTION-NO-2001-=XX------- A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR CONDITIONALLY APPROVING VARIANCE NO. 2001-06 AND A CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION FOR A REQUEST TO CONSTRUCT A WROUGHT IRON AND PILASTER FENCE, ENTRY GATES AND MASONRY WALLS WITHIN THE FRONT SETBACK OF A SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE. THE PROJECT SITE IS LOCATED AT 2859 WATERCOURSE DRIVE, DIAMOND BAR, CALIFORNIA. WHEREAS: The applicant, Rodney Tapp, acting as the agent for property owners Ming Ching Liu and Yang Cheung, has filed an application for Variance No. 2001-06 for a property located at 2859 Watercourse Drive, Diamond Bar, California. The applicant has requested relief of the City's development regulations concerning the height of fencing located within the required front yard setback; and WHEREAS: Notice of the public hearing has been posted, published and mailed in a manner prescribed by the Diamond Bar Development Code; and WHEREAS: On July 24, and September 11, 2001, the Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar conducted duly noticed public hearings on the Application. NOW, THEREFORE THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR DOES HEREBY RESOLVE, FIND AND DETERMINE AS FOLLOWS: SECTION A. This Planning Commission hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals of this Resolution are true and correct. SECTION B. The Planning Commission hereby finds that the proposed project is Categorical Exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) in accordance with Section 15303 (e) of the CEQA Guidelines. The exemption documents have been prepared in accordance with the provisions of CEQA and local guidelines. Furthermore, the Categorical Exemption reflects the independent judgement of the City. SECTION C. The Planning Commission declares that the information in the Staff Report and the testimony given at the public hearings are incorporated in this resolution and comprise the basis upon which the findings have been made. SECTION D. The Planning Commission hereby -finds the proposed project is generally described as follows: The project site is a 65,011 square foot parcel of land located at 2859 Watercourse Drive. 2. The proposed project includes the construction of approximately 292 linear feet of five-foot high wrought iron fencing with six-foot high masonry pilasters, and a 60 - foot wide formal vehicular entry statement consisting of eight to ten foot high masonry walls. A twenty -foot wide, nine and one-half foot high wrought iron vehicular entry gate is shown on the submitted plans. The proposed fencing and entry statement is located within the required 30 -foot wide front yard setback area. 3. The project site has a General Plan land use designation of RR (Rural Residential). 4. The project site is zoned R-1-20,000. SECTION E. The Planning Commission finds: There are special circumstances applicable to the property (e.g., location, shape, size, surroundings, topography, or other conditions), so that the strict application of this Development Code denies the property owner privileges enjoyed by other property owners in the vicinity and under identical zoning districts or creates an unnecessary and non -self created, hardship or unreasonable regulation which make it obviously impractical to require compliance with the development standards; The subject property is substantially larger than the surrounding parcels of land. However, existing slopes have reduced the effective building pad area upon which the owner is in the process of construction a two-story 20,000 square foot single- family dwelling unit. The structure has been turned on the building pad and it is not perpendicular to the surrounding property lines. The front of the dwelling contains a Porte-cochere and circular driveway. Install the proposed security.fencing behind the required 30 -foot wide setback would impact the existing driveway and parking areas. 2. Granting the Variance is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of substantial property rights possessed by other property owners in the same vicinity and zoning district and denied to the property owner for which the Variance is sought; The proposed project as modified is a site development amenity that exists on a number of surrounding residential properties of similar size, zoning, and configuration. The site topography, configuration and the location of the dwelling unit severely limits the applicant's ability to locate the proposed fencing behind or at the prescribed front yard setback. Without the requested relief, the proposed fence would obstruct the functionality of the approved driveway and parking amenities. 3. Granting the Variance is consistent with the General Plan and any applicable specific plan; The proposed project is consistent with the goals, objectives and strategies as set forth in the City's adopted General Plan. 4. The proposed entitlement would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare of the City. The proposed project improvements are contained within the confines of the property and are considered minor in nature. As such, the improvements will not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare of the City. DRA 77 —5.—T -he -proposed -entitlement -has -been -reviewed -for -compliance -with -the -provisions--- of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). SECTION F. Based -on the findings and conclusions set forth above, the Planning Commission hereby approves the Application subject to the following conditions: 1 The project shall substantially conform to the submitted plans presented to the Planning Commission, and as such plans are amended herein. 2. The maximum height of the fence and its components shall conform with the following: the wrought iron fencing shall not exceed a maximum height of five -feet; the proposed masonry pilasters shall not exceed a height of six -feet; the masonry entry element and associated vehicular wrought iron grates shall not exceed a height of eight -feet. All measurements shall be made from the adjacent finished grade. 3. The vehicular access gates shall be set back 24 feet from the edge of the private roadbed in order to insure that a vehicle can be parked between the vehicular access gates and the private roadbed. 4. Construction plans, inclusive of design details and final elevations shall be submitted to the Planning Division, and are subject to approval by the Deputy City Manager prior to acceptance for building department plan check. 5. 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 granted herein. The removal of all trash, debris, and refuse, whether during or subsequent to construction shall be done only by the property owner, the 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 utilized has obtained permits from the City of Diamond Bar to provide such services. 6. Construction activity shall be limited to the times prescribed by the City's Development Code. 7. Construction Plans shall conform to State and Local Building Codes (i.e. 1998 editions of the Uniform Building Code, Plumbing Code, Mechanical Code and 1998 edition of the National Electrical Code) as well as the State Energy Code. 8. This entitlement is valid for one year and must be exercised (i.e. construction started) within that period or this entitlement shall automatically expire. A six-month extension may be requested in writing and submitted to the City 30 days prior to the expiration date. 9. This grant shall not be effective for any purpose until the permittee and owner of the property involved (if other than the permittee) have filed, their affidavit stating that they are aware of and agree to accept all the conditions of this grant. Further, this grant shall not be effective until the permittee pays applicable City processing fees, school fees and other associated fees for the review of submitted reports. �] 10. All requirements of the Development Code and the underlying zone district shall be complied with unless modified by this entitlement. SECTION G. The Planning Commission shall: 1. Certify to the adoption of this Resolution; and 2. Forthwith transmit a certified copy of this Resolution to the applicant. APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 11`" OF SEPTEMBER 2001, BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR. BY: Chairman 1, James DeStefano, Planning Commission Secretary, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly introduced, passed, and adopted by the Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar, at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission held on the 11th Day of September 2001, by the following vote: ATTEST: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: James DeStefano, Secretary 0 09/04/2081� 16:07 9096228917 z `4 it, O� 00. 1 r:,y� IM i [� _ LAND DESIGN MR PACE 02 EXHIBIT "A" VARIANCE NO. 2001-06 2859 WATER COURSE DRIVE SEPTEMBER 11, 2001 N u cceon► O w a x 0 UJ UM,� O zJ 11111 Di NO w z `4 it, O� 00. 1 r:,y� IM i [� _ LAND DESIGN MR PACE 02 EXHIBIT "A" VARIANCE NO. 2001-06 2859 WATER COURSE DRIVE SEPTEMBER 11, 2001 CITY G DIAMOND BAR Case#_ COMMITMTY DEVELOPAW.NT DEPARTAWNT _ FPL X a'Z6Jc<I/ 21660 E. Copley Drive Suite 190 a� <<' Deposit $ (909)396.5676 Fax (909)861.3117 Receipt# VARIANCE APPLICATION_ By -------- Date Recd Record Owner Applicant Applicant's Agent Name L i u We . L u - . 1�-?'P . f �e� (Last name fust) (Last name fust) (Last name fust) Address 2��i.�i'1�OtiRSi� 'zt�JT'7��rrDlt✓ 1( �,"[j�#: city,1�b '-R ��•-IMAyND �3}+FZ �� Ch . zip °)'tW5 G��'r G1 G1 CeG Phone( ) Phone( ) Phone (pZZ- /¢7 -Z- NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to notify the Community Development Director in writing of any change of the principals involved during the processing of this case. (Attach separate sheet, if necessary, including names, addresses, and signatures of members of partnerships, joint ventures, and directors of corporations.) Consent: I certify that I am the owner of the herein described property and permit the applicant to file this request. Signed Date (All record owners) Cerrflcation: I, the undersigned, hereby cerdfy under penalty of peoFury that the &{formation herein provided is correct to the best of my knowledge. pent Name 1�!QQWN0-fP� . Agent) Signed Date_ 1®� OfAgent) Y 11""' -- Location 1-17 (Street address or tract and lot number) - between r and (Street) (Street) HNM Project Size (gross acres) -- Previous Cases ' Present Use of Site Project Density Domestic Water Source Comr=Y/District Method of Sewage Disposal Sanitation District Grading of Lots by Applicant? YES NO Amount (Show necessary grading design onsite; plan or cane. map) LEGAL DESCRIPTION (All ownership comprising the proposed lots/project). If petitioning for acne change, attach legal description of exterior boundaries of _ _ subject to the change.) Project Site: Gross Area No. of Lots Area devoted to : Structures Open S Residential project: and Gross Arts No. of floe Proposed Density Units/Acres Number and types of Units Residential Parking: Type Required Provided Total Required . Total Provided VARIANCE CASE -BURDEN OF PROOF _--___.------�-addition-to thc-informatioa-requirad-in the application.—tbe applicsarehall-subctiatiate to the satisfaction of the-- - Planning Commission, the following facts: A. That the requested use at the location proposed will not: 1. Adversely affect the health, peace, comfort or welfare or persons residing or working m the surrounding area, or 2. Be materially detrimental to the use, enjoyment or valuation of property of other persons located in the vicinity of the site, or 3. Jeopardize, endanger or other wise constitute a menace to the public health, safety or general welfare. The position of the design elements allows for adequate sight distance for vehicle intersection p and in all ways is a positive-d,e:sign element for project and neighborhood. B. That the Proposed site is adequate in size and shape to accommodate the yards, walls, fences, parking and loading facilities, landscaping and other development features pn=nlW in this Ordinance, or as in otherwise required in order to integrate said use with the us= in the surrounding area. The 20,000 sq. fo.ot house with extended portico will be complimented with a more signifeoant entry statement. 30" cols, 8" high decore gates are typicai Tor Tne neignDornoou and nompitillent vrre site elements. C. That the proposed site is adequately saved: 1 By highways or streets of sufficient width and improved as nw4ssary to carry the kind and quantity of traffic. such use would generate, and 2. By other public or private service facilities as are required. The site is adequately served by such facilities Improvements are proposed to compliment adjacent development. D. That them are special circumstances or exceptions] characteristics applicable to the property involved, such as size, shape, topography, location or surroundings, which are not generally applicable to other properties in the same'vicinity and under identical zDnfmg classification. The combination of T...2, lots for purposes of building a 20,000 sq.foot residence with access to the local street is best served, Visually and physically with the increased scale to the gated entry_ E. That such valiance is nwcuary for the preservation of a substantial property right of the applicant such ar that by ownere of other property in the annue vicinity and zone. Setbacks vary within the neighbor&-n9dproperties. the upscale home 2 story of 20,•008 sq. ft. meets the 30° setback requirements. There is need to increase the scale for vehicle entry & give elegance with F. That the gmndng of the Variance will not be, to other Y tal to 8be public, welfare_or be injurious gating . og �� is the vicinity MOM. As.noted with the attached photographs, the purpose is 't'O compliment the neighborhood in character. AGENDA ITEM NUMBER: "WITITF17.M MEETING DATE: J_ �Vj U 0�111' APPLICATION REQUEST: _-City-of Diamond Bar PLANNING COMMISSION Staff Report 8.1, July 11, 2001' July 24, 2001 Variance No. 2001-06 A variance to construct within the front setback: a wrought iron fence of five -feet (5') in height supported by six foot (6') pilasters, and entry gates and connecting masonry entry walls and pilasters to a maximum height of ten feet (101). PROJECT LOCATION: 2859 Watercourse Drive Diamond Bar, CA 91765 PROPERTY OWNERS: Mr. Ming Ching Liu and Yang Cheung 2859 Watercourse Drive Diamond Bar, CA 91765 XPPLICANT: D. Rodney Tapp 351 S. Thomas Street Pomona, CA 91766 BACKGROUND: The property owners, Ming Ching Liu and Yang Cheung, and applicant, Rodney Tapp have submitted an application for Variance No. 2001-06. The applicant is requesting a variance for the height of the front entry gates and related masonry walls and pilasters, and height of the wrought iron C� peT!meter fence to be located within the front yard setback. The project site is located at 2859 Watercourse Drive and is comprised of approximately 65,011 gross square feet of land, or approximately 56,600 net square feet after deduction of the public street rights-of-way. Construction is currently in progress for development of an approximate 20,000 square foot two-story single-family residence with detached multi -car garage, tennis court, gazebo and pool. The site contains approximately 262 linear feet of street frontage. The project site is zoned Single Family Residential — Minimum Lot Size 20,000 square feet (R-1, 20,000). Its General Plan Land Use Designation is Rural Residential (RR). Generally, the land uses surrounding the subject property include single-family residential (R-1, 20,000/RR) on the north, east, south, and west. ANALYSIS: Review Authoritv Pursuant to Chapter 22.44.020 of the Development Code, the Planning Commission is designated with review authority for this Variance Application request. Development Standards The following is a comparison of the City's development standards as delineated under Chapter 22.20 of the Development Code, and the requested variance from proposed development standards established for the required 30 foot wide front yard setback: City's Required Development Standards Proposed Project Maximum Height of Fences: Proposed Height of Fences: Rear and Interior side yards — 6 feet Rear and Interior side yards — 6 feet Front and Street side yards — 42 inches Front yard — wrought iron fence of 5 feet i (5') in height supported by six-foot high pilasters (6'), with a transition to a formal entry defined by a solid masonry wall rising from an eight -foot high pilaster to a maximum height of 10 feet. An ornate wrought iron double i entry gates of 20 feet in width and a maximum height of 91/z feet. 2 Proposed Project Description The project site is a residential property currently under development. The proposed project is the construction of approximately 322 linear feet of front yard fencing. The width of the parcel is approximately 262 feet. The proposed fence is to be located approximately five feet from the front property line. The fence returns 25 feet to the setback line along the north property line and approximately 5 feet along the south property line. The total length of fence under consideration is approximately 292 linear feet. The fence is 5 feet high, the pilasters are 6 feet high and the 60 -foot long masonry and wrought iron formal entry treatment rises from 8 feet to 10 feet in height. Application of the fence height limitations required under Chapter 22.20 of the Development Code could create an incongruity of scale between the site improvements and the accessory fencing. Application of the 42 -inch fence height limitation within the front setback could further impose limitations on development of the site relative to containing the amenities afforded and enjoyed by surrounding property owners. The applicant has submitted photographs of similar fencing amenities that he believes exist within the surrounding neighborhood. The photographs are attached for your review. Staff is suggesting that the wrought iron fence not exceed 5 feet in height. The masonry pilasters should not exceed a height of six feet. The formal entry gate should not exceed a height of eight feet. The vehicular access gates should be set back at least 24 feet from the edge of the public/private roadbed. With the proposed modifications the staff is suggesting that the following findings of fact can be made: The proposed fencing and associated entry treatment is an improvement that exists at a similar scale on a number of residential properties of similar size, zoning, and configuration surrounding the site. Granting of the Variance will provide for an equitable application of this property right. Additionally, the proposed project is consistent with the goals, objectives and strategies as set forth in the City's adopted General Plan. The proposed project improvements are contained within the confines of the property. and are considered minor in nature. As such, the improvements will not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare of the City. CONCLUSION: The proposed improvements when modified as suggested, are similar to those enjoyed by surrounding residential properties, and would be in scale and compatible with existing improvements on properties of similar zoning, size and configuration within the neighborhood. With respect to this application request, the Planning Commission has the option to do the following: 1. Approve a resolution of approval with or without conditions. 2. Continue this project to a future public hearing date in order to allow the applicant time to submit a re -designed project pursuant to direction received from -the Planning Commission. 3. Direct staff to prepare a resolution of denial. On July 6, 2001, this item has been advertised in the San Gabriel Valley Tribune and the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin. On July 12, 2001, notices were mailed to approximately 42 property owners within a 500 -foot radius of the project site. On July 13, 2001, a notice of public hearing on a display board measuring at least four foot by six foot was posted at the project site and displayed for at least 10 days before the public hearing, and a notice of public hearing was posted at three public places. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT: Pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), Section 15303(e), "New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures — Accessory Structures," the City has determined that this project is Categorically Exempt. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Variance No. 2001-06, Findings of Fact, and conditions of approval, as listed within the resolution. REOUIRED VARIANCE FINDINGS• There are special circumstances applicable to the property (e.g., location, shape, size, surroundings, topography, or other conditions), so that the strict application of this Development Code denies the property owner privileges enjoyed by other property owners in the vicinity and under identical zoning districts or creates an unnecessary and non -self created, hardship or unreasonable regulation which make it obviously impractical to require compliance with the development standards; ?. Grantina the Variance is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of substantial property rights possessed by other property owners in the same vicinity and zoning district and denied to the property owner for which the Variance is sought; 3. Granting the Variance is consistent with the General Plan and any applicable specific plan; 4. The proposed entitlement would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare of the City; and 2 5. The proposed entitlement has been reviewed in compliance with the provisions-of-th —California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Prepared by: LDM Associates ATTACHMENTS: 1. Draft Resolution of Approval; 2. Exhibit "A" — site plan, elevations, site photographs; and Applications. 07/03/2001 11:39 9096220917 LAND DESIGN !PROPOSED RESIDENCE FOR. MING CHI VG LIU & YAN CHEUNG CRYSTAL RIDG ESTATES PHASE II 2859 WATER COURSE DRIVE DIAMOND BAR, CA.. PARCEL FjGTRACT 47850, CO.. OF LAS ANGELES 8713 552 •Antzr� �, Rvaao I.MINOlU ,.., rilorrf0.00,00, w. 000,rPa0. 00, IMP S[ARCH MUw�iltn Mrs OIItLl a,rtp Himf (arrusun�sr caw�orr* s.atre. 2000 Z - 1 -so •;in �� CT 40 0" r.r i• iai Pt�Ifta.n`` ` �w.r� wn v^r 19 'A � j // _; ia1, .a \ •-+1R n `, P,.a,r rr.r n. 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':Ar. -.y:? � a�r�I r c I t Gr � '{�-�1 i. .•Yl.. 51 w7l- . ......... -W4 5. le! =7 N NOTE: The young woman pictured is exactly 5'-0" tall. All properties fall within a 700 foot radius of 2859 Watercourse ®r. y ''1s{T --�•'2`:�. '-":,yam.- _ . •fir+' ,� - • +*tfg c OmY ilpo l� fMI, �. M;.G�r • 8 mar— �.r. 2888 Vista Court ... nrnMoxnsnx COMMUNITY & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES PLANNING DIVISION TO: Chairman and Planning Commissioners FROM: Ann J. Lungu, Associate Planner DATE: September 18, 2001 SUBJECT: Development Code Amendment No. 2001-02, Conditional Use Permit No. 2001-06, and Comprehensive Sign Program No. 2000-02, pertaining to property located at 515-525 S. Grand Avenue, Diamond Bar, CA 91765 The above -referenced subject refers to Code Sections 22.36.120.C., 22.36.080, 22.58, and 22.36.060, a request to install signs for the Diamond Bar Honda dealership and recently approved dealer expansion/car wash/lube facility. Proposed signs are as follows: a 65 -foot tall electronic reader board; three monument signs; two canopy signs; and one dealership identification sign. The proposed Development Code Amendment within the C-3 zone will permit freeway -oriented signs that feature an electronic reader board with a maximum 65 -foot height and a maximum total sign face area of 1,000 square feet for development complexes. Additionally, the proposed Development Code Amendment will allow freeway oriented wall signs with a maximum sign face area of 300 square feet and monument signs with a maximum 12 foot height and a maximum sign face area of 55 square feet for the freeway oriented development complexes within the C-3 zone. The Conditional Use Permit will be utilized to review the proposed electronic reader board sign with regard to location, design and potential impacts. The Comprehensive Sign Program provides a process for sign integration with the design of structures on site in order to achieve a unified architectural statement. The Planning Commission is charged with making a recommendation to the City Council for the proposed Development Code Amendment. Due to errors in the advertising of the public hearing, this project will be re -advertised for the Planning Commission meeting on October 9, 2001. This memorandum serves as informational only, and no action is required by the Planning Commission. ad -Bar city—of -Diamo W lt'• 10 0 &"• Staff Report AGENDA ITEM NUMBER: 8.2 REPORT DATE: MEETING DATE: CASE/FILE NUMBER: APPLICATION REQUEST: PROJECT LOCATION: PROPERTY OWNERS/APPLICANT: BACKGROUND: September 17, 2001 September 25, 2001 .Development Review No. 2001-11 To construct a two-story single-family residence with a six car garage and balconies/patios totaling to approximately 12,000 square feet. The request also includes retaining walls with a maximum exposed six foot height. 2698 Blaze Trail (Lot 2, Tract No. 51169) Diamond Bar, CA 91765 Jerry Yeh Horizon Pacific 2707 Diamond Bar Boulevard Diamond Bar, CA 91765 The property owner, Jerry Yeh is requesting approval of Development Review No. 2001-11 (pursuant to Code Section 22.48.020.A.) in order to construct a two-story single-family residence with an attached two car garage and balconies /patios totaling to approximately 12,000 square feet. The request also includes a detached four'car garage containing two spaces in tandem and retaining walls within each side yard having a maximum exposed six foot height. The project site is part of a 13 lot residential subdivision approved by the City Council in November 1994. The subdivision allowed for the creation of buildable pads for each lot and 01 mitigation monitoring slopes that provided the opportunity to replace natural habitat destroyed by the project's development. The project site, an existing vacant corner lot (Blaze Trail/ Horizon Lane) located at 2698 Blaze Trail (Lot 2, Tract No. 51169) within a gated community identified as "The Country Estates". The project site is irregular shaped. It is approximately -4-5;303 gross square feet with a buildable pad area of approximately 22,216 square feet. According to Tract Map No. 51169, the project site contains an easement for slope and drainage maintenance purposes in the front, side and rear portions of the project site. The slope drainage easement is currently maintained with minimal native vegetation. Also, within the front portion of the site adjacent to Blaze Trail and side portion adjacent to Horizon Lane are easements for access, sanitary sewer, public utility and public services. The project site has a General Plan land use designation of Rural Residential (RR) Maximum 1 DU/AC and zoning designation of Single Family Residence -Minimum Lot Size 20,000 Square Feet (R-1-20,000). Generally, the following zones surround the project site: to the north and west is the R-1-20,000 Zone; and to the south and east is the R-1-20,000 and Heavy Agricultural (A-2-2) Zones. % ANALYSIS: Development Review The City's Development Code sets forth a Development Review process. The purpose of this process is to establish consistency with the General Plan through the promotion of high aesthetic and functional standards to complement and add to the economic, physical, and social character of the City. The process will also ensure that new development and intensification of existing development yields a pleasant living, working, or shopping environment and attracts the interest of residents, workers, shoppers and visitors as the result of consistent exemplary design. Pursuant to Development Code Section 22.48.020.A., an application for Development Review is required for residential- projects, which involve construction on a vacant parcel 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 a 10,000 square feet or greater of combined gross floor area. The proposed residential project is on a vacant lot with a gross floor area of approximately 12,000 square feet. As such, this project requires Development Review and the Planning Commission is the review authority. 2 ___________ --Development Standards The following is a comparison of the City's and the Tract Map's required development standards and the project's proposed development standards. CITYIS/14APIS REQUIRED DEVELOPMENT PROPOSED PROJECT'S STANDARDS DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS Lot 2 Lot 2 Setbacks: Minimum Setbacks: • Front yard - min. 25 ft. from • Front yard - 53 ft. from property property line; line; • Side yard - 10 & 15 ft. from pad's • Side yard - 10 ft. from the pad's edge with 40 ft. between dwelling edge & 55 ft. to property line & units on adjoining parcels; beyond the pad's edge and 68 ft. from property line; separation from residence on Lot 1-45 ft. & 96 ft. • Rear yard - 25 ft. from pad's edge; from residence on Lot 3; • Rear yard - 25 ft. plus from pad's I edge/property line; Building Height: Building Height: • Maximum 35 ft. measured from natural • Two stories - 35 ft. from finished or finished grade; grade; Parking: Parking: • Two car garage - minimum; • Attached two car garage (221 x 231) (2 -bays - 201x201); & detached four car garage; (2 -bays - 11.51 x 201, 2 -bays 11.5' x 20' in tandem); Accessory Structures: Accessory Structures: Utilize setback distance from pad's None; edge consistent with the residential zoning district setbacks from property line for the property at the time of permit issuance. The proposed project complies with all the required City and map development standards. Architectural Features and Colors The proposed residence's architectural style is French. This style is compatible with other residences within Tract No. 51169 and "The 3 Country Estates" due to the eclectic architectural style that is existing in this area. A materials /colors board has been submitted which delineates the following: 0 Exterior stucco walls: 0 Typical Stucco - Dove Grey X-40 (Base 200), Light Grey; 0 Roof tile: 0 MCA Clay Tile - Slate Blend #4697; 0 Columns 0 Off -White; ♦ Window Frame: 0 Window Trim - White; "The Country Estates" homeowners, association architectural committee has approved the proposed materials /colors board and architectural plans. The proposed roof and stucco colors are a variation of earth tones with white as an accent color. The proposed materials offer a variety of textures. The materials/colors board has been compared with projects previously approved on adjacent lots within this Tract. The comparison indicated that the materials and colors are varied. As a result, the proposed project will provide a desirable environment with good aesthetic use of materials, textures and colors that will remain aesthetically appealing while offering variety. Prominent architectural features for the proposed residence include the style and arrangement of the windows, varied planes utilized on each elevation and Corinthian type columns that flank the front entry and support the balconies. The prominent architectural features extend to all sides of the proposed residential structure. Floor Plan A floor plan is included as part of Exhibit "A". The first floor contains a foyer, living room, formal dining room, library, second master bedroom with bathroom, maids bedroom with bathroom, kitchen with an adjacent ethnic kitchen, breakfast nook, bar, pantry, family room, mini -theater laundry room with storage area powder room, two car garage and exterior patio. The second floor contains a master bedroom suite with bathroom, wardrobe, sitting room, and three exterior balconies,.study room, laundry room, four bedrooms (one has an exterior balcony) with bathrooms, loft with sauna, .and two wet bars. A total of 7 bedrooms are proposed with garages that can park six cars. Also, it will be possible to park two cars in the driveway. Therefore, staff believes that the number of bedrooms in relationship to the number of parking spaces that will be provided offer adequate parking for the proposed project. 21 Grading/Retaining Walls According to the application, the proposed project will generate approximately 700 cubic yards of cut and 55 cubic yards of fill in order to install retaining walls that support the expansion of the existing pad. The retaining walls are located within the east and west side yards. The purpose of the retaining wall within the east side yard is to expand the pad by cutting into the slope in order to accommodate the detached garage and its driveway. This retaining wall will be holding a cut and will basically be viewed by the residence of the subject site. Its maximum exposed height will be six feet. The purpose of the retaining wall in the west side yard is to expand the pad in order to accommodate a patio area. This wall will be holding a fill. Its maximum exposed height will not exceed five feet and is setback approximately 40 feet from Horizon Lane. Additionally in the past within this tract and other tracts, the City has allowed a pad extension as long as the retaining walls supporting the extension does not exceed an exposed height of six feet. Furthermore, the portion of the east side yard retaining wall within the 25 foot front yard setback will not exceed an exposed height of 42 inches. Mitigation Monitoring Lot 2 contains mitigation monitoring areas that are located within the slope drainage easement adjacent to Blaze Trail and Horizons Lane. The mitigation monitoring areas of Lot 2 are represented in the Mitigation Monitoring Landscape plans prepared by Craig Webber I and Associates and approved for Tract No. 51169. According to Mitigation Monitoring Landscape Plan, Lot 2 appears to contain one oak trees adjacent to the rear property line, eight walnut trees, seven pine trees, and shrub material. However, the mitigation monitoring landscaping for Tract No. 51169 has evolved to where specified amounts of walnut trees and oak trees are not planted on each particular lot. The mitigation area is considered as a whole. As a result, the total numbers of trees are now provided within the whole mitigation area and not a specified amount on a particular lot. A site visit revealed that, Lot 2's mitigation monitoring area contains some shrubs, no walnut trees or oak trees. Approximately seven 24 -inch box size Mondale pines are planted on the slope adjacent to Blaze Trail. This mitigation monitoring area needs to be replanted and/or re-hydroseeded prior to issuance of a building permit with the appropriate plant material, thereby complying with the Mitigation Monitoring Landscape Plan. It is required that the applicant submit a landscape plan reflecting said plant material for the City's review and approval before the issuance of any permits. k, Landscaping/Irrigation A conceptual landscape plan was submitted with this project's application. The applicant is required to submit a final landscape plan with an irrigation plan for the City's review and approval prior to the issuance of any City permits. It will be required that the landscaping and irrigation be install prior to -final. --.- inspection or Certificate of occupancy. Additional Review The City's Public Works and Building and Safety Divisions reviewed this project. Their recommendations are within the attached draft resolution. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT: The environmental evaluation shows that the proposed project is categorically exempt pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and guidelines promulgated thereunder, according to Section 15303(a). NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING: Notice for this project was published in the Inland Valley Bulletin and the San Gabriel Valley Tribune on September 14, 2001. Public hearing notices were mailed to approximately 11 property owners within a 500 -foot radius of the project site on September 12, 2001. Furthermore, the project site was posted with a display board on September 14, 2001 and the public notice was posted in three public places on September 13, 2001. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Development Review No. 2001-11, Findings of Fact and conditions of approval as listed within the attached resolution. 1. The design and layout of the proposed development is consistent with the General Plan, City Design Guidelines, development standards of the applicable district, and architectural criteria for special areas, (e.g. theme areas, specific plans, community plans, boulevards, or planned developments); 1.1 2. The design and layout of the proposed development will not unreasonably interfere with the use and enjoyment of neighboring existing or future development, and will not create traffic or pedestrian hazards; 3. The architectural design of the proposed development is compatible with the characteristics of the surrounding neighborhood and will maintain and enhance the harmonious, orderly and attractive development contemplated by Chapter 22.48 of the City's Development Code, the General Plan, or any applicable specific plan; 4. 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; 5. The proposed development will not be detrimental to the public health, safety or welfare or materially injurious (e.g. negative affect on property values ore resale(s) of property) to the properties or improvements in the vicinity; and 6. The proposed project has been reviewed in compliance with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Prepared by: Ann J. �kngu,�7ALso-V"ate Planner Attachments: 1. Draft Resolution; 2. Exhibit "A" - site plan, floor plan, elevations, sections, grading plan, landscape plan and colors/materials board dated September 25, 2001;. 3. Application; and 4. Tract Map No. 51169 delineating easements on the subject property. 7 PLANNING COMMISSION ;ESOLU-T-ION_NO._2001-X) A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR APPROVING DEVELOPMENT REVIEW NO. 2001-11 AND CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION, A REQUEST TO CONSTRUCT A TWO-STORY SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE WITH AN ATTACHED TWO CAR GARAGE, DETACHED FOUR CAR GARAGE WITH TWO SPACES IN TANDEM AND BALCONIES/PATIOS TOTALING TO APPROXIMATELY` 12,000 SQUARE FEET. ADDITIONALLY, THIS REQUEST INCLUDES A SIDE YARD RETAINING WALLS NOT TO EXCEED A SIX FOOT EXPOSED HEIGHT. THE PROJECT SITE IS LOCATED AT 2698 BLAZE TRAIL (LOT 2, TRACT NO. 51169), DIAMOND BAR, CALIFORNIA. A. RECITALS. 1. The property owner/applicant, Jerry Yeh of Horizon Pacific, has filed an application for Development Review No. 2001-11 and Categorical Exemption for a property located at 2698 Blaze Trail, Diamond Bar, Los Angeles County, California. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Development Review shall be referred to as the "Application." 2. On September 12, 2001, public hearing notices were mailed to approximately. 11 property owners of record within a 500 -foot radius of the project. On September 14, 2001, notification of the public hearing for this project was provided in the San Gabriel Valley Tribune and Inland Valley Daily Bulletin newspapers. On September 13, 2001, the public hearing notice was posted in three public places within the City of Diamond Bar. On September 14, 2001, the project site was posted with the required public notice display board. 3. On September 25, 2001, the Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar conducted a duly noticed public hearing 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: 1 2. This Planning Commission hereby specifically finds that all of tl in the Recitals, Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct, The Planning Commission hereby finds that the Environmental Catelorical Exemption has been prepared by the City of Diamond Bar incompliance with the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) of 1970 as -amend-ed.--arid guidelines promulgated. thereunder,-. pursuant to Section 15303(a) of Article 11 of the California Code of Regulations. Furthermore, the Categorical Exemption reflects the independent judgement of the City of Diamond. 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 have the potential of an adverse effect on wild life 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 and conclusions set forth herein, this Planning Commission hereby finds as follows: (a) The project relates to a 13 -lot subdivision approved by the City Council in the November 1994. The project site is a vacant lot within a gated community identified as "The Country Estates." The project site, an existing vacant corner lot (Blaze Trail/Horizon Lane) located at 2698 Blaze Trail (Lot 2, Tract No. 51169) within a gated community identified as "The Country Estates". The project site is irregular shaped. It is approximately 45,303 gross square feet with a buildable pad area of approximately 22,216 square feet. According to Tract Map No. 51169, the project site contains an easement for slope and drainage maintenance purposes in the front, side and rear portions of the project site. The slope drainage easement is currently maintained with minimal native vegetation. Also, within the front portion of the site adjacent to Blaze Trail' and side portion adjacent to Horizon Lane are easements for access, sanitary sewer, public utility and public services. (b) The project site has a General Plan land use designation of Rural Residential (RR) Maximum One Dwelling Units per Acre. (c) The project site is within the Single Family Residence -Minimum Lot Size 20,000 Square Feet (R-1-20,000) Zone. (d) Generally, the following zones surround the project site: to the north and west is the R-1-20,000 Zone; and to the south and east is the R-1- 20,000 and Heavy Agricultural (A-2-2) Zones. (e) The Application request is to construct a, two-s$4pn _ale -family to approximately 12,000 square feet. - The request also RON)% a detached four car garage containing two spaces in tandem and rettining walls within each side yard having a maximum exposed six foot height. DEVELOPMENT REVIEW (f) 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 proposed project complies with the elements of the adopted General Plan, dated July 25, 1995 and the land use designation of Rural Residential. The proposed project complies with the City's General Plan objectives and strategies relating to maintaining the integrity of residential neighbor -hood. The proposed design and layout is compatible with the eclectic architectural style, design, and materials/colors of existing homes within Tract No. 51169, as well as the "The Country Estates". Additionally, the applicant has obtained "The Country Estates" architecture committee approval to ensure compatibility. (g) The design and layout of the proposed development will not interfere with the use and enjoyment of neighboring existing or future development and will not create traffic or pedestrian hazards. The project site will include a single-family residence, which is similar in design and layout surrounding single-family residence. It is not expected to a reasonably interfere with the use and enjoyment of neighboring existing or future development and will not create traffic or pedestrian hazards. Blaze Trail and Horizon Lane adequately serve the project site and Tract No. 51169, which contains private streets designed to handle minimum traffic created by this type of development. Furthermore, the Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for Tract Map No. 51169 addressed the issue of this project and Tract's development affect on traffic and circulation. The EIR- was certified, thereby, determining that the tract would not create traffic or pedestrian hazards. Staff has reviewed the floor plan specifically noted the number of bedrooms with adjacent bathrooms in relationship to the number of parking spaces provided in the garages. Staff believes the party that is provided in relationship to the number of bedrooms is adequate for the purposed project. 9 (h) The architectural design of the proposed development the character of the surrounding neighborhood and harmonious, orderly and attractive development Chapter 22.48.20. Development Review Standai Guidelines, the City's General Plan, or any applicable specific plan. Proposed prominent architectural features/focal points of the residence includes the styling arrangement of the Windows, the fairy planes utilized on each elevation and the Corinthian type columns that flank the front entry and support the balconies. Prominent architectural features extend to all sides of the proposed residential structure. The proposed materials/colors board was compared to boards previously approved for homes on Blaze Trail/Horizon Lane. The comparison indicates that each lot's color scheme is somewhat similar due to the fact that earth tones are being utilized. However, considering the variation in earth tones colors, differences in roof materials/stone accent and variations in architectural styles between the proposed residence and existing residences located on Blaze Trail/Horizon Lane, the project will provide a desirable environment will provide a desirable environment with good aesthetic use of materials, textures and colors that will remain aesthetically appealing while offering variety. Therefore, the architectural design of the proposed development is compatible with the character of the surrounding neighborhood and will maintain the harmonious, orderly and attractive development contemplated by Chapter 22.48.20. Development Review Standards, City Design Guidelines, the City's General Plan. Additionally, as approved the proposed project will be compatible with Tract Map No. 51169s development standards. (i) 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 and will retain a reasonably adequate level of maintenance. As referenced in the above findings and the colors/materials board, the proposed project 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 while offering variety -in color, texture and a low level of maintenance. The proposed development will not be detrimental to 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; 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, Public Works Division, and Fire P Department requirements. The referenced agencies t*1e permit and inspection process will ensure that the DroDo., I J*10,is not detrimental to the public health, safety or welfare or material/jrinjuriOus to the properties or improvements in the vicinity. (k) The proposed project has been reviewed in compliance with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA); The environmental evaluation shows that the proposed project is categorically exempt pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEOA) and guidelines promulgated thereunder, according to Section 15303(a). 5. Based on the findings and conclusions set forth above, the Planning Commission hereby approves the Application subject to the following conditions: (a) The project shall substantially conform to site plan, grading plan, floor plan, elevations, sections, landscape/irrigation plan and colors/materials board collectively labeled as Exhibit "A" dated September 25, 2001 as submitted and approved by the Planning Commission, and as amended herein. (b) 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 granted herein. The removal of all trash, debris, and refuse, whether during or subsequent to construction shall be done only by the property owner, applicant or by a 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 utilized has obtained permits from the City of Diamond Bar to provide such services. (c) Prior to the issuance of any City permits, the applicant shall submit a final landscape/irrigation plan. Said plans shall include plant materials and hydroseeding that shall be located on Lot 2 according to the approved Mitigation Monitoring Landscape Plan. Said plans shall delineate the location of plant material is that cannot be located on Lot to, the can be located elsewhere within the mitigation area of Tract Map No. 51169. All proposed landscaping and irrigation shall be installed prior to the issuance of any City permits. (d) Prior to construction, the applicant shall install temporary construction fencing pursuant to the building and Safety Division's requirements along the project perimeter. (e) Prior to final inspection or the issuance of a Certificate o ncy, the P� P applicant shall submit to the City Planning Division wri nce indicating the buyers receipt of the "Buyers' Awareness, NPacka 11 he event no one has purchased the property, then the receipt ShIll 'be submitted before approval of future improvements (i.e., hardscape, landscaping, pool/spa, retaining walls, etc.). The single family residence shall not be utilized in a manner that creates adverse effects (i.e., significant levels of dust, glare/light, noise, odor, traffic, or other disturbances) upon the neighborhood and environmental setting. Additionally, the single-family residence shall not result in significantly adverse effects on public services or resources. No portion of the residence shall be rented, used for commercial/institutional purposes, or otherwise utilized as a separate dwelling. The property shall not be used for regular gatherings that result in a nuisance or create traffic and parking problems in the neighborhood. (g) Side yard retaining wall shall not exceed an exposed height of six feet. In the retaining walls located within the 25 foot front yard setbacks shall not exceed an exposed height of 42 inches. (h) Prior to the issuance of any City permits, the applicant shall submit a retaining wall detail delineating top of wall, top of footing and finish surfaces and retaining wall calculations for the City's review and approval. Grading plan review and approval shall be required if cut/fill quantities are greater than 50 cubic yards of earthwork. Prior to the issuance of any City permits, the applicant shall submit a complete grading plan in accordance with the City's grading requirements for the City's review and approval. The grading plan shall delineate the following: (1) Existing and proposed topography; (2) All finish surface and finished grade elevation and flow lines; (3) Cut and fill quantities and earth work calculation; (4) Grading plan shall be signed/stamped by a civil engineer, geotechnical engineer, and geologist, as required; and (5) All easements. Fine grade certification shall be required before final inspection or issuance Certificate of Occupancy. (k) If applicable prior to the issuance of any City permits, the applicant shall submit a soils report for the City's review and approval that incorporates the scope of the proposed development and appropriate recommendations for the project's construction. .9 (1) Prior to the issuance --prop-er-drainage-plan--i and approval. of any City permits, the applicant�sh � - g. A sections for the City it a (m) Before the issuance of any City permits, the applicant shall submit an erosion control plan for the City's review and approval. The erosion control plan shall conform to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) standards and incorporate the appropriate Best Management Practices (BMP's). Additionally, the applicant shall obtain the necessary NPDES permits. (n) The applicant shall be responsible for sewer connection and shall ensure connection with Los Angeles County Department of Public Works and the Sanitation District. (o) The proposed residence shall comply with the State Energy Conservation Standards. (p) Surface water shall drain away from the proposed residence at a two - percent minimum slope. (q) The proposed single-family residence is located within "Fire Zone 4" and shall meet all requirements of said zone. (1) All roof covering shall be "Fire Retardant." Tile roof shall be fire stopped at the eaves to preclude entry of the flame or members under the fire. (2) All unenclosed under -floor areas shall be constructed as exterior walls. (3) 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 dimension except where such openings are equipped with sash or door. (4) Chimneys shall have spark arrests of maximum 1/2 inch screen. (r) Plans shall conform to State and Local Building Code (i.e., 1998 Uniform Building Code, Uniform Plumbing Code, Uniform Mechanical Code, and the 1996 National Electrical Code) requirements. (s) Construction plans shall be engineered to meet wind loads of 80 M.P.H. with a "C" exposure. (t) Prior to the issuance of any construction permits, the applicant shall submit construction plans to the Los Angeles County Fire Department for review and approval. (u) This grant is valid for two years and shall be exercised (i.e., construction started) within that period or this grant shall expire. A one-year extension of time may be approved when submitted to the %**n writing I at least 60 days prior to the expiration date. The Planning C sion I g will consider the extension request at a duly noticed public he in accordance with Chapter 22.72 of the City of Diamond Bar Development Code. .(v) This grant shall not be effective for any purpose until the permittee and owner of the property involved (if other than the permittee) have filed, within fifteen (15) days of approval of this grant, at the City of Diamond Bar Community and Development Services Department, their affidavit stating that they are aware of and agree to accept all the conditions of this grant. Further, this grant shall not be effective until the permittee pays remaining City processing fees, school fees and fees for the review of submitted reports. (w) If the Department of Fish and Game determines that Fish and Game Code Section 711.4 applies to the approval of this project, then the applicant shall remit to the City, within five days of this grant's approval, a cashier's check of $25.00 for a documentary handling fee in connection with Fish and Game Code requirements. Furthermore, if this project is not exempt from a filing fee imposed because the project has more than a derninimis impact on fish and wildlife, the applicant shall also pay to the Department of Fish and Game any such fee and any fine which the Department determines to be owed. The Planning Commission shall: M (a) Certify to the adoption of this Resolution; and (b) Forthwith transmit a certified copy of this Resolution, by certified mail, to: Jerry Yeh, Horizon Pacific, 2707 Diamond Bar Boulevard, Diamond Bar, CA, 91765. • New" RpOW JM1=1=KO]k"• Bob Zirbes, Chairman I, James DeStefano, Planning Commission Secretary, do hereby certify that the'fdgc Resolution was duly introduced, passed, and adopted by the Planning Commission of fm of Diamond Bar, at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission held on the 25th September 2001, by the following vote: ATTEST: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: James DeStefano, Secretary 0j _ crry Oi, AmmoND BAR e _ —�" COhUdUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTAT-W FPL # Z -1W_ 21660 E. Copley Drive Shite '70 Deposit S (909)396-5676 Fax (909)861-3117 Receipt# By Date Recd Record Owner Applicant Applicant's Agent Name �, *r .�M� , %Z 1c. fame fru) (Last naale fust) (Last name fust) city 01,644-012. r S / Phoncl / `M : / NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to notify the Community Development Director in writing of any change of the principals involved during the processing of this case. (Attach a separate sheet, if necessary, including names, addresses, and signatures of members of partnerships, joint ventures, and directors of corporations.) Consent: I certify that II am the owner of the herein described property and permit the applicant to fzle this request. Signed ✓�"�/lL/ Date (All record owners) Certification: I, the undersigned, hereby certify under penalty of pedury that the igformation herein provided is correct to the best of my knowledge. Print Name /P (Applicant or Agent) Si�aed,,, '�` _ Date (Applicant or Agent) Location (Suva address or tract and lot num�er) ZoningT �t 10TM Previous Cases Present Use of Site V htt r Use applied for Legal description (all ownershi mprising the proposed lot(syparcel(s)) Area devoted to structures /a Landscaping/Opea space �� /1• �• fit• Project Sire '% ®Gj, Lot Coverage_ hjef. F. Proposed density __. Style of Architecture ( I� �°�' (UniUJAcres) Number of Floors Proposed _ 1�Slope of Roof(�- Grading cut_ 7®D 41Q .`gyp If yes, Quantity. Fill 65 Ca •YI) . import �. If yes. Quantity Export `( �7' If yes, Quantity ll h 0 0: °��. TREE PRESERVATION STATEMENT [✓.] The subject property contains no oak, walnut, sycamore, willow, or naturalized California Pepper trees. [ ] The subject property contains one or more oak, walnut, sycamore, willow, or naturalized California Pepper trees. The applicant anticipates that no activity (grading and/or construction) will tike place within five (5) feet of the outer dripline of any oak, walnut, sycamore, willow, or naturalized California Pepper tree. [ ] The subject property contains one or more oak, walnut, sycamore, willow, or naturalized California Pepper trees. The applicant states that activity (grading and/or construction) will take place within five (5). feet of the outer dripline of any oak, walnut, sycamore, willow, or naturalized California Pepper tree. A Tree Permit has been .or will be applied for prior to any activity taking place on the property. (Applicant's Signature) D: WOMLMAWORNSWUZ STATEMENT (Date) jk" 45 c STRtST) 06 (PK►v� Zr- a0 c �6 . '•�6 a `� \s�.v�o� o� ss• S.S. 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AGENDA ITEM NUMBER: 4' MEETING DATE: CASE/FILE NUMBER: APPLICATION REQUEST: PROJECT LOCATION: 1:204G•� APPLICANT: FEYTITOTRB'• City of Diamond Bar PLANNING -COMMISSION Staff Report September 14, 2001 September 25, 2001 Conditional Use Permit (CUP) No. 2001-03, Development Review (DR) No. 2001-13 A request to modify the interior of an existing tower of the Country Suites to house unmanned telecommunication facilities. 21951 Golden Springs Drive Diamond Bar, CA 91765 (APN 8717-001-006) The Ayres Group 355 Bristol Street, Suite Costa Mesa, CA 92626 Cingular 2521 Michelle Drive Tustin, CA 92780 This application is an intensification of use for this site that was previously approved in 1996 via Resolution No. 96-14 for Conditional Use Permit No. 96-8 and Development Review No. 96-7. All conditions of Planning Commission Resolution No. 96-12 apply as approved. The irregular shaped property has approximately 204,732 square feet (4.7 acres) of land area, and is developed with a 59,694 square foot, three-story, 106 room, Country Suites Hotel. The C -2 -BE (Community Commercial, Billboard Exclusion) zoned site, which has a consistent General Plan Land Use designation of General Commercial (C), is located on the north side of Golden Springs Drive between Grand Avenue and Brea Canyon Road. Generally, the land uses and zones surrounding the subject site include: to the north the Pomona Freeway (SR -60); to the south is Commercial -Manufacturing -Billboard Exclusion-Unilateral/Contract (C-M-BE-U/C); to the east is the Diamond Bar Golf Course, zoned Open Space (OS); and to the west is Pomona Freeway and the C -2 -BE zone. The City adopted an ordinance establishing development standards for radio and television antennas and wireless telecommunication antenna facilities (Ordinance No. 04 [1999b on March 2, 1999. The proposed project was reviewed as to its compliance with the City's adopted development standards as set forth in Section 22.42.130 of the City's Development Code to make certain that the purpose and intent of the ordinance of ensuring the design and location of telecommunications antennas and related facilities are consistent with adopted policies. It is imperative that the aesthetic appearance of the City be defended from obtrusive and unsightly uses, thereby protecting property values. The initial proposal requested a rooftop antenna on the three-story building, which was to be screened with a non -complimentary material, disrupting the established architectural character, visibly noticeable, and making it appear as a "tacked -on" element. Secondly, the applicant proposed to house all unmanned telecommunications antennae in the tower and thereby maintaining the integrity of the existing structure. ANALYSIS: DEVELOPMENT REVIEW/CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT The City's Development Code establishes a Development Review process to establish consistency with the General Plan through the promotion of high aesthetic and functional standards to complement and add to the economic, physical, and social character of the City. The process will also ensure that new development and intensification of existing development yields a pleasant living, working or shopping environment and attracts the interests of residents, workers, shoppers and visitors as the result of consistent exemplary design. Development review is within the Planning Commission's review authority. The Conditional Use Permit is required to determine whether the proposed use should be permitted by weighing the public need for and the benefit to be derived from the use against the impact, which it may cause. Additionally, this discretionary approval process aims to ensure that the proposal is consistent with the City's General Plan land use policies and development standards; provide for quality site design, layout and architecture; and be compatible with any existing structures on-site and/or the neighboring properties. In this way, the quality and economic health of our residential, commercial and industrial districts are maintained. The applicant asserts that the proposed development and use of the facility will be in operation twenty-four (24) hours per day, seven (7) days a week, and will only require routine maintenance. The proposed facility will consist of three (3) antennas. They are housed inside the existing tower and are considered a stealth installation. The equipment is also inside the existing building. 2 Aesthetics are a major issue to locating the facilities within our municipality. An over - concentration of the facilities in inappropriate locations without adequate screening methods could prove to undermine the intent of the General Plan, and the implementing ordinances. If approved, the applicant will lease the needed space from the current property owner to construct and operate the facility. The Subdivision Map Act permits this type of lease arrangement without subdividing the lot (see Application documents) While general land use categories can be geographically designated through the General Plan and other applicable land use plans, the requested location of this cellular telephone facility is based on technical location requirements generally based on terrain and line -of -sight interaction with surrounding existing public utilities. Further indicating that the chosen site would provide the best opportunity for the maximum coverage and efficient operation for the system.. Staff believes that the application would not be detrimental to the public health, safety or welfare of the community nor would it compromise the intent of the ordinance. CONCLUSION: Staff belie . ves that the telecommunication facilities are consistent with previously adopted policies of the City, as set forth in the General Plan, to guide the orderly development of the community, to promote the public health, safety, comfort, convenience, and general welfare of the City's residents, to protect property values, and to enhance the aesthetic appearance of the City by maintaining architectural and structural integrity and by protecting views from obtrusive and unsightly accessory uses and facilities. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT: Pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the City has determined that the proposed project is Categorically Exempt pursuant to the guidelines of the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970 (CEQA), Section 15301(a). PUBLIC NOTIFICATION: On September 11, 2001, ten property owners within ' a 700 -foot radius of the subject property were notified by mail. On November 14, 2001, notification of the public hearing for this project was published in the San Gabriel Valley Tribune and the Inland Valle Daily Bulletin newspapers. Additionally, a notice of public hearing on a display board was posted at the site and displayed for at least 10 days before the public hearing. Three other public places were posted within the vicinity of the application. 3 Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Conditional Use Permit No 2001-03 and Development Review No. 2001-13. Findings of Fact and conditions of approval as listed within the attached Resolution. REQUIRED CONDITIONAL USE FINDINGS: 1. The proposed use is allowed within the subject -zoning district with the approval of a Conditional Use Permit and complies with all other applicable provisions of this Development Code and the Municipal Code. 2. The proposed use is consistent with the General Plan and any applicable specific plan'. 3. The design, location, size and operating characteristics of the proposed use are compatible with the existing and future land uses in the vicinity. 4. The subject site is physically suitable for the type and density/intensity of use being proposed including access, provisions of utilities, compatibility with adjoining land uses, and the absence of physical constraints. 5. Granting the Conditional Use Permit will not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare, or materially injurious to person, property or improvements in the vicinity and zoning districts in which the property is located. 6. The proposed project has been reviewed in compliance with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). 1. The design and layout of the proposed development are consistent with the General Plan, development standards of the applicable district, design guidelines, and architectural criteria for specialized area (e.g., theme areas, specific plans, community plans, boulevards, or planned developments); 2. The design and layout of the proposed development will not interfere with the use and enjoyment of neighboring existing or future development, and will not create traffic or pedestrian hazards; 3. The architectural design of the proposed development is compatible with the characteristics of the surrounding neighborhood and will maintain and enhance the harmonious orderly and attractive development contemplated by Chapter 22.48, the General Plan, City Design Guidelines, or any applicable specific plan; 4. 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; 5. 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; and 6. The proposed project has been reviewed in compliance with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). H Prepared by: Linda Smith, Development Services Assistant 1. Draft Resolution; 2. Application and attachments; 3. Tree Statement; 4. Exhibit "A" Plans, dated September 13, 2001. E PLANNING COMMISSION ;;J i v RESOLUTION NO. 11 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2001-03, DEVELOPMENT REVIEW NO. 2001-13, AND A CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION, A REQUEST TO MODIFY THE INTERIOR OF AN EXISTING TOWER OF THE COUNTRY SUITES HOTEL TO HOUSE UNMANNED TELECOMMUNICATION FACILITIES. THE PROJECT SITE IS LOCATED 21951 GOLDEN SPRINGS DRIVE, DIAMOND BAR, CALIFORNIA. A. RECITALS. 1. The property owner, The Ayers Group, and applicant Cingular, have filed an application for a Conditional Use Permit No. 2001-03 and Development Review No. 2001-13 for a property located at 21951 Golden Springs Drive, Diamond Bar, Los Angeles County, California. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Development Review, Conditional Use Permit, and Categorical Exemption shall be referred to as the "Application." 2. On August 20, 1996, the Planning Commission approved Conditional Use Permit No. 96-8 and Development Review No. 96-7 for a three-story, 106 room, Country Suites Hotel per Planning Commission Resolution No. 96-12. 3. On September 11, 2001, ten property owners within a 700 -foot radius of the subject property were notified by mail. On September 14, 2001, notification of the public hearing for this project was published in the San Gabriel Valley Tribune and the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin newspapers. Additionally, a notice of public hearing on a display board was posted at the site and displayed for at least 10 days before, the public hearing. Three other public places were posted within the vicinity of the application. 4. On September 25, 2001, the Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the Application. NOW, THEREFORE, it is found, determined and resolved by the Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar as follows: 1. This Planning Commission hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals, Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct. 2. The Planning Commission hereby determines that the project identified above in this Resolution is categorically exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970 (CEQA) and guidelines promulgated thereunder. This is pursuant to Section 15301(a) of Article 19 of Chapter 3, Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations. 3. The Planning Commission hereby specifically finds and determines that, having considered the record as a whole 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 have the potential of an adverse effect on wild life 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 upon the findings and conclusions set forth herein, this Planning Commission, hereby finds as follows: (a) The project site is an irregular shaped property of approximately 204,732 square feet (4.7 acres) of land area, and is developed with a 59,694 square foot, three-story, 106 room, Country Suites Hotel previously approved by Planning Commission Resolution No. 96-12. (b) The project site has a General Plan land use designation of General Commercial (C). (c) The project site is zoned Community Commercial, Billboard Exclusion (C -2 - BE). (d) Generally, the land uses and zones surrounding the subject site include: to the north the Pomona Freeway (SR -60); to the south is Commercial- Manufacturing-Billboard ommercial- Manufacturing-Billboard Exclusion-Unilatbral/Contract (C-M-Be-U/C); to the east is the Diamond Bar Golf Course, zoned Open Space (OS); and to the west is Pomona Freeway and the C -2 -BE zone. (e) The application request is to modify the interior of an existing tower of the Country Suites to house unmanned telecommunication facilities. Conditional Use Permit (f) The proposed use is allowed within the subject -zoning district with the approval of a Conditional Use Permit and complies with all other applicable provisions of the Development Code and the Municipal Code. The proposed telecommunication project is permitted on the subject property as set forth in Section 22.42.130 of the Diamond Bar Development Code. Planning Commission Resolution No. 96-12 approved the existing project site and existing fully developed building. The proposed unmanned telecommunications facilities are housed within an existing tower element facing the Pomona Freeway with no exterior changes to the previous K approval. This application is considered an architecturally concealed antenna or stealth facility and therefore complies with all other applicable provisions of -the Development -Code and -the Municipal -C- ode. (g) The proposed use is consistent with the General Plan and any applicable . specific plan. On July 25, 1995, the City adopted its General Plan. The proposed project complies with the General Plan land use goals, objectives and strategies. The project site is an existing fully developed building and the proposed unmanned telecommunications facilities are housed within an existing tower element facing the Pomona Freeway with no exterior changes to the previous approval. This application is considered an architecturally concealed antenna or stealth facility and therefore continues to be consistent with the General Plan, City's Development Code, Design Guidelines and there is no specific plan. (h) Design, location, size and operating characteristics of the proposed use are compatible with the existing and future land uses in the vicinity. Planning Commission Resolution No. 96-12 approved the existing project site and existing fully developed building. The proposed unmanned telecommunications facilities are housed within an existing tower element facing the Pomona Freeway with no exterior changes to the previous approval. This application is considered an architecturally concealed antenna or stealth facility and therefore is compatible with the existing and future land uses in the vicinity. The subject site is physically suitable for the type and density/intensity of use being proposed including access, provision of utilities, compatibility with adjoining land uses, and the absence of physical constraints. The project site is an existing fully developed building and the proposed unmanned telecommunications facilities are housed within an existing tower element facing the Pomona Freeway with no exterior changes to the previous approval. This application is considered an architecturally concealed antenna or stealth facility and therefore will continue to be physically suitable for the type and density/intensity of use being proposed including access, provision of utilities, compatibility with adjoining land uses, and the absence of physical constraints. Granting the Conditional Use Permit will not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, injurious to persons, property, or improvements in the vicinity and zoning district in which the property is located. Before the issuance of any City permits, the proposed project is required to comply., with all conditions set forth in the approving resolution; and the Building and Safety Division; Public Works Division; and Fire Department 3 requirements. The referenced agencies through the permit and inspection process 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. (k) The proposed project has been reviewed in compliance with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), Section 15301(a), the City has determined that the proposed project is categorically exempt from the provisions of CEQA. Development Review (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). On July 25, 1995, the City adopted its General Plan. The proposed project complies with the General Plan land use goals, objectives and strategies. The project site is an existing fully developed building and the proposed unmanned telecommunications facilities are housed within an existing tower element facing the Pomona Freeway with no exterior changes to the previous approval. This application is considered an architecturally concealed antenna or stealth facility and therefore continues to be consistent with the General Plan, City's Development Code, Design Guidelines and there are no architectural criteria for special areas. (m) The design and layout of the proposed development will not interfere with the use and enjoyment of neighboring existing or future development and will not create traffic or pedestrian hazards. The project site is an existing fully developed building and the proposed unmanned telecommunications facilities are housed within an existing tower element facing the Pomona Freeway with no exterior changes to the previous approval. This application is considered an architecturally concealed antenna or stealth facility and therefore will not interfere with the use and enjoyment of neighboring existing or future development and will not create traffic or pedestrian hazards. (n) The architectural design of the proposed development is compatible with the characteristics of the surrounding neighborhood and will maintain and enhance the harmonious orderly and attractive development contemplated by Chapter 22.48, the General Plan, City Design Guidelines, or any applicable specific plan. M The project site is an existing fully developed building and the proposed unmanned telecommunications facilities are housed within an existing tower element facing —the Pomona Freeway with-no6xfafidrchanges to the previous approval. This application is considered an architecturally concealed antenna or stealth facility and therefore will continue to be compatible with the characteristics of the surrounding neighborhood and continue to maintain and enhance the harmonious orderly and attractive development contemplated by Chapter 22.48, the General Plan, City Design Guidelines, or any applicable specific plan. (o) The architectural 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 site is an existing fully developed building and the proposed unmanned telecommunications facilities are housed within an existing tower element facing the Pomona Freeway with no exterior changes to the previous approval. This application is considered an architecturally concealed antenna or stealth facility and therefore will continue to 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. (p) The proposed development will not be detrimental to 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; 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, Public Works Division, and Fire Department requirements. The referenced agencies through the permit and inspection process 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. (q) The proposed project has been reviewed in compliance with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), Section 15301(a), the City has determined that the proposed project is categorically exempt from the provisions of CEQA. 5. Based on the findings and conclusions set forth above, the Planning Commission hereby approves the Application subject to the following conditions: (a) The project shall substantially conform to the submitted plans presented to the Planning Commission as Exhibit "A", and as amended herein. 19 (b) 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 granted herein. The removal of all trash, debris, and refuse, whether during or subsequent to construction shall be done only by the property owner, the 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 utilized has obtained permits from the City of Diamond Bar to provide such services. (c) All conditions of Planning Commission Resolution No. 96-12 apply as approved. (d) All utility service to the proposed project shall be installed underground to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. (e) Construction Plans shall conform to State and Local Building Codes (i.e., 1998 editions of the Uniform Building Code, Plumbing Code, Mechanical Code and 1998 edition of the National Electrical Code) as well as the State Energy Code. (f) The proposed antennas and screening shall be engineered to meet wind loads of 80 m.p.h. with an exposure "C". In addition, the existing roof shall be designed for the additional antenna loads. (g) All proposed cable installed on the exterior building wall shall be flashed, painted or otherwise treated to match existing buildings and equipment. N In the event that cable or electrical conduit is install from the BTS cabinet or any vault, such installation shall be made underground in a manner acceptable to the Building Official. (i) All fiberglass roofing materials shall match existing roofing. This entitlement is valid for two -years and must be exercised (i.e., construction started) within that period or this entitlement shall automatically expire. A one-year extension may be requested in writing and submitted to the City 30 days prior to the expiration date. (k) This grant shall not be effective for any purpose until the permittee and owner of the property involved (if other than the permittee) have filed, within fifteen (15) days of approval of this grant, at the City of Diamond Bar Community and Development Services Department, their affidavit stating that they are aware of and agree to accept all the conditions of this grant. Further, this grant shall not be effective until the permittee pays applicable City processing fees, school fees and fees for the review of submitted reports. (1) All requirements of the Development Code and the underlying zoning district shall be complied with unless modified by this entitlement. The—Pld-n—ni-ii-g—Com—mi�is-id-n—shall: (a) Certify to the adoption of this Resolution; and (b) Forthwith transmit a certified copy of this Resolution, via certified mail, to: Property owner, The Ayres Group, 355 Bristol Street, Suite A, Costa Mesa, CA 92626; Applicant, Cingular, Mark Rivera, 2521 Michelle Drive, Tustin, CA 92780; and Applicant's Agent, The Consulting Group, Henry Noh, 18500 Von Karman, #87D, Irvine, CA 92612. APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 25th OF September 2001, BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR. M Bob Zirbes, Chairman 1, James DeStefano, Planning Commission Secretary, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly introduced, passed, and adopted by the Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar, at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission held on the 25th day of September:2001, by the following vote: ATTEST: James DeStefano, Secretary h CTI'Y OF DIAMoND BAR Cast: is�— DEPARTMENT OF FPL COMMUNITY & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES Deposit 2) 660 E. Copley Drive Suite 190, Diamond Bar, CA 9I765 Date Rcc'd (909)396-5676 Fax (909)861-3117 1 FORv E CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION .41 Record Owner Applicant Applicant's Agent Name The Ayers Groupe Cinaul a r_ Ma rtr R; t,,,, -a Thi Cc,n U inn (Last name fust)$ ru c e Ayers (Last name First) (L st name ins G r o u t7 Renry Noh Address 355 Br stn1. St.- Ste. A 9 21 M; nt,a1 1 a 11r 1-8900 yon TZa roan 870 City Costa Mesa, CA Tustin C'A Irv, ' CA Zip 92626 92780 92612 Phone( ) 714-540-6060 Phone( -) 714-734-7467 Phone( )-906-2513 Fax ( ) Fax ( ) ? Fax ( ) 9�'9-477-3063 NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to notify the City in writing of any change of the prin al m�vo1 ��th processing of this case. $ � Corporations)ate sheet if necessary, including names, addr sses, and signatures of mcmb= of partnerships, joint ventures. and Directors of Consent I certify that I am the owner of the herein describedproperty andpermitthe applicantto fd z this request Signed Please see 'attached LOA. Date__ 7/10/01 (All record owners) Certrjica knowledge. 1, the undersigned, hereby cert best of myy ify under pennky of perjury thatthe information herein provided is correct to the k Print Mame Sisaed Location 21951 Goldensprincts Dr. , (Street address or tract and lot number) Zoning C-2 1 House Numbering Map Previous Cases N/A o Present Use of Site Hotel Use applied for Conditiona Use Perm' City of Diamond Bar _ CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT Page Two Project Size (gross acres) 600 s . f . Project Density N/A Previous Cases N / A Present Use of Site Commercial for Hotel Domestic Water Source N/A Company/District NZA Method of Sewage Disposal N/A Sanitation District N/A Grading of Lots by Applicant? YES NO X Amount (Show necessary grading design on site plan or tent. map) CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT BURDEN OF PROOF In addition to the information required in the application, the applicant shall substantiate to the satisfaction of the Planning____ Commission, the following facts: (answers must be full & complete) A. That the requested use at the location proposed will not: 1 Adversely affect the health, peace, comfort or welfare of persons residing or working in the surrounding area, or 2. Be materially detrimental to the use, enjoyment or valuation of property of other persons located in the vi . cinity of the site, or 3. Jeopardize, endanger or otherwise constitute a menace to the public health. safety or general welfare: The Proposed project will not adversely affect, be materially detrimental, ieopardize or endanger the public health, safety or welfare of any person or property within the surrounding areE B. That the proposed site is adequate in size and shape to accommodate the yards, walls, fences, parking and loading facilities, landscaping and other development features prescribed in this Title 22, or as is otherwise required in order to integrate said use with the uses in the surrounding area. The Proposed Project site is adequate in size and shape to accommodate the screen walls, equipment and antennas for our development. C. That the proposed site is adequately served: By highways or streets of sufficient width and improved as necessary to carry the kind and quantity of traffic such use would generate, and By other public or private service facilities as are required. The proposed project is adequately served with existing. paved streets and will not generate any traffic. The," proposed Proiect also has adequate power and telco services. Residential: N/A Total Units Total Pkg. Bachelor Cov. Pkg. I Bedroom Uncov. Pkg. Project Size: 600 S. f . Lot Coverage: N/A 2 Bdrm. & larger Density: N/A Maximum Height: No. of floors: - _N/A Sq. Footage 600 s . f . Non-residential: 600 s . f . N/A N/A Sq. ft, area No. of Bldgs. Occupant Load* CUP Burden of Proof - Page 1 Parkinn: N/A Total Standard Compact Landscaping: N/A Sq. feet Grading: Y _ N_ N/A If yes, Quantity: Cut: W Handicap Import: Y _ N _ If yes, Quantity:. Export: Y _ N _ If yes, Quantity: KK Occupant Load as calculated by the Building & Safety Division is requiredfor all dining; take-out or assembly use, churches, health clubs, theaters, etc. LEGAL DESCRIPTION (all ownership comprising the proposed lot(s)/parcel(s) Please see attached PTR. Area devoted to structures Landscaping/Open spacec Residential Project: N/A and (gross area) (No. of lots) Proposed density (Units/Acres) Parking N/A Required Provided Standard Compact Handicapped Total Conditional Use Permit Burden of Proof - Page 2 PERMIT APPLICATION AUTHORIZATION Date: June 26-200-1 -- Candidate #: SB -105-01 v .j'-ji_ 3, To: To Whom It May Concern Re: Letter of Authorization Pacific Bell Wireless - Communications Facility I,. owner/agent of the below -described property, do hereby appoint Pacific Bell Wireless (PBW) or its authorized agents, as an agent on my behalf, for the sole purpose of consummating any application necessary to insure their ability to use the property for which PBW is negotiating a lease for the purpose of constructing a communications facility. I understand that this application and/or site plan may be denied, modified or approved with conditions and that such conditions or modifications must be complied with prior to issuance of building pen -nits. Property Address: 21951 Golden Springs Drive Diamond Bar, CA 91765 Assessor's Parcel Number: 8717-001-006 By: lea"* -0 [Signatures must be notarized] Dated: Dated: Dated: 6/26/01 STATE OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF ORANGE On JULY 2, 2001 ss. before me, JANA BEEKMAN, NOTARY PUBLIC personally appeared BRUCE AYRES--------------------------------------- personall known to me _ ) to be the person(s) whose name(s) 's aee subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that os}te4vy executed the same in i erh4teir authorized capacity(ies), and that by &her-F"r signature(&) on the instrument the person(s), or the entity upon behalf of which the person(s) acted, executed the instrument. WITNESS my hand and official seal. (Sig ature of Notary Public) STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) ss. COUNTY OF 1 On , before me, I personally appeared personally known to me (or proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence) to be the person(s) whose name(s) is/are subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he/she/they executed the same in his/her/their authorized capacity(ies), and that by his/her/their signature(s) on the instrument the person(s), or the entity upon behalf of which the person(s) acted, executed the instrument. WITNESS my hand and official seal. (Signature of Notary Public) STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) ) ss. COUNTY OF 1 On ,before me, personally appeared personally known to me (or proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence) to be the person(s) whose name(s) is/are subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he/she/they executed the same in his/her/their authorized capacity(ies), and that by his/her/their signature(s) on the instrument the person(s), or the entity upon behalf of which the person(s) acted, executed the instrument. WITNESS my hand and official seal. (Signature of Notary Public) 6/26/01 ,AL The Consulting Group, Inc. Project Justification C •1 SB -105-01, 2195.1 Golden Springs Road, Diamond Bar, CA 91765 APN.-18717-001-006 Cingular Wireless, formerly Pacific Bell Wireless (PBW) is formally requesting the review/approval of its proposal to incorporate this wireless telecommunications facility to be located at 21951 Golden Springs Road. Cingular's proposal requests the authorization for the construction, use, and maintenance of an unstaffed wireless telecommunications facility, which further enhances Cingular's Southern California wireless network. Currently Cingular is experiencing both coverage and capacity problems within this area of Diamond Bar. The development of this portion of the network will allow its customers seamless access to Cingular nationwide network of services. The project site is located on an existing hotel, which is zoned C-2. The three(3) new base;' transition station (BTS) equipment cabinets and antenna sectors A and B will be en osed be within the existing northern tower structure on top of the hotel. Antenna sec will be -I"ak-d-'behiff&a-new-smen-wall-that-will--be--architecturalty compatible with the existing --,,build,ing, This facility was designed to meet the needs of Cingular subscribers who commute along the 57 and 60 interchange and live within the adjacent residential homes to the east and southeast of the 57 and 60 interchange. Cingular proposes to locate three (3) antennas oriented (300, 1200 and 2600) northeast, southeast, and west respectively. All three (3) antennas; measuring approximately 56" will be enclosed and completely stealthed. The three (3) BTS cabinet -s- located within the existing no-r—tEern —tower structure have physical measurements of approximately 69" high by 51" wide by 28" in depth. A he ln� �T Consulting roup, Inc. Background Cingular Wireless, formerly Pacific Bell Wireless, has set their goals to become the premier wireless provider to bring a superior, more cost-effective and secure personal communication services (PCS) wireless communications network to the Southern California market. Wireless communications are transmitted through the air by radio frequencies. The two oldest forms are cellular and enhanced specialized mobile. radio (ESMR), both of which are transmitted by radio waves. The newest form of wireless communications, personal communications services (PCS), is transmitted by higher frequency radio waves. PCS is the next generation of wireless communications. Consumers of PCS will be offered more affordable services such as voice communication, caller identification, paging, facsimile services, E-mail, video telecommunications, and cellular digital data communications (CDPD). Eventually, customers may have one single phone number for many of those services, regardless of location. Wireless communication is accomplished by linking a wireless network of radio wave transmitting devices such as portable and car phones, to the conventional telephone system through a series of short-range, contiguous cells.. Similar to honeycomb pattern, a cellular system is composed of many neighboring and interconnecting "cell site," or geographical areas. Each cell site within the system contains transmitting and receiving antennas. As a customer enters one cell and exits another, the call is transferred between the cells by a computer. Calls can originate or be received from a wireless source because antennas share a fixed number of frequencies across the network grid. That is, while a caller may dial his/her destination number from within the radius of one cell antenna, then travel into the radius of another during the call. At the same time, the call is handed off from one antenna to the next. While the caller is moving, the provider's antennas are automatically locating an unoccupied frequency on the next antenna, thus enabling continuous, uninterrupted transmission. The distance between antenna sites will normally range from %z mile to 9 miles, depending on the population density, consumer usage, existing vertical elements, and the geographical terrain. And, while PCS requires more antenna sites, they are generally not as large or obtrusive as conventional cellular sites, some of which require huge housings the size of an 8' x 12' room. In order to have a clear line -of -site, antennas must be mounted high enough to overcome challenges posed by local topography and development. The required height is usually proportional to a combination of the distance antennas can cover and the demand for PCS service within their sphere of influence. Antennas can be mounted on freestanding towers, guyed towers, and lattice, or self-support towers. Antennas can also be placed on rooftops, integrated into the building's architecture, and other building features if the building's height can accommodate the service area. Wireless facilities are located throughout the service area to provide adequate call coverage, capacity and quality. The following are some of the basic types of cell sites: Coverage sites serve to expand coverage in large areas or in areas with difficult terrain and to enhance coverage for portable systems. Coverage sites allow users to make and maintain calls as they travel between cells. The Consulting Grouainc. Capacity sites serve to increase the capacity when surrounding sites have reached their practical channel limits. As the years pass, the number of subscribers increases exponentially creating a strain on the existing network. In order to alleviate this strain, capacity sites are implemented into the systems network to accommodate the increase in customer demand. PCS is basically an expanded, more advanced and cost-effective network than the current cellular and ESMR systems. Like cellular, the PCS system uses wireless access and is designed with mobility needs in mind. PCS will employ transmission stations that carry and hand-off phone signals as the caller moves from one area to another. The PCS systems will work at the 1900 Mhz frequencies and will incorporate all the services—and more—available from the current cellular systems. Like the ESMR systems, the PCS system is a digital technology with an 8:1 ratio of voice channel to cellular. This allows for greater system capacity—far beyond that of cellular. PCS digital technology, a GSM based technology, uses highly encrypted signaling making eavesdropping on a call nearly impossible. The encryption and encoding algorithms are highly advanced requiring a would be eavesdropper to listen to the signal for days before they could decode it (unlike cellular where it take merely minutes). A key advantage of the PCS technology is the advanced features. In a cellular system a highly mobile user would require a cellular phone, pager, and cellular modem. The PCS technology incorporates all those devices into one—the phone. A PCS phone acts as pager, cellular phone, and modem. The PCS system also has short message services, which allow the user to receive and send short messages to/from the mobile phone. Unlike the conventional paging system, if the user's phone is not turned on, the message will be saved and sent when the user is ready. The PCS system allows the user to define when and where they want to make or receive calls. The PCS system user can be assigned a single number and through a follow me calling technique, the system will route the call to the user wherever they are. In summary, the PCS system incorporates all the technological advances made by the cellular and ESMR systems to provide a single platform for mobility. Since their introduction, wireless telecommunications systems have proved to be an invaluable communications tool in the event of emergencies (traffic accidents, fires, etc.) and natural disasters (earthquakes, floods, etc.) where normal land line communications are often disrupted, overlooked, or inaccessible during and after an event has occurred. This service and similar technology are utilized by numerous governmental and quasi -governmental agencies that provide emergency service. Wireless telecommunications systems, including cellular telephones, have also proved to be invaluable tools in business communications and everyday personal use. In this sense, wireless telecommunications system networks have proved to be desirable in the interest of public convenience, health, safety, and welfare. Unlike other land uses, which can be spatially determined through the General Plan or other land use plans, the location of wireless telecommunications facilities are based on technical requirements which include service area, geographical elevations, alignment with neighboring sites and customer demand components. Placement within the urban geography is dependent on these requirements. Accordingly, wireless telecommunication facilities have been located he ROMT Consulting adjacent to and within all major land use categories including residential, commercial, industrial, open space, etc. proving to be compatible in all locations. The proposed facility at the subject location will be unmanned, have no impact on circulation systems, and generate no noise, odor, smoke, or any other adverse impacts to adjacent land uses. The proposed facility will allow commuters and residents within the coverage area wireless access to the rapidly expanding communications infrastructure by providing voice and data transmission services not currently available. The installation of antenna sectors and transmission equipment will not result in any material changes to the character of the local community. This proposed wireless telecommunications facility will operate in full compliance with all state and federal regulations including the Telecommunications Act of 1996. The —Consulting Gr1oup, Inc. NOTICE OF TRAN$NITT t �JT_ALA 8 1 DATE: August 3, 2001 DELIVERED BY: HAND X TO: City of Diamond Bar MAIL Planning Department PICK-UP OVERNIGHT FROM: Henry Noh The Consulting Group, Inc. RE: Cingular Wireless / SB -105-01 Proposed Unmanned Wireless Telecommunications Facility 21951 Golden Springs Road Diamond Bar, CA 91765 APN #: 8717-001-006 THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS ARE ENCLOSED: One (1) Copy of a Master Plan of sites located in Diamond Bar PURPOSE/COMMENTS: The above listed application materials are submitted to you for the construction, use and maintenance of a proposed unstaffed. Cingular Wireless Telecommunications Facility to be located in The City of Diamond Bar. If you have any questions or comments, please do not hesitate to contact me at (714) 906-2513 or via e-mail at hrioh(i�tcgsitexom. Thank you. 18500 Von Karman Ave., Suite 870, Irvine, CA 92612 Phone: 949-477-3010 Fax: 949-477-2370 The —= Consulting Gro-u-p,_I n c. SITE PHOTOGRAPHS SB -105-01 1951 GOLDEN SPRLNGs DRIVE DIAMOND BAR, CA 91765 APN: 8717-001-006 v 07" '"v,�q�fi^-gb Yu x5' a- i� SS�� j�,,� •-•-�' L' 4F ei� ,H s '4 .1� ✓ r-.e'k,<,�. 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Y ; i 11 *.t-ry •;-mat e1r- :'' a. -.F 1CIA All .�4 <- y EQ ' rora:aas �%TAr'�`°RT 1 1 4 C ftp'' Ak TREE-PRESERV-A-T-ION S-T-ATEMENT - The subject property contains no oak, walnut, sycamore, willow, or naturalized California Pepper trees. [ ] The subject property contains one or more oak, walnut, sycamore, willow, or naturalized California Pepper trees. The applicant. 'anticipates that no activity (grading and/or construction) will take place within five (5) feet of the outer dripline of any oak, walnut, sycamore, willow, or naturalized California Pepper tree. [ ] The subject property contains one or more oak, walnut, sycamore, willow, -or naturalized California Pepper trees. The applicant states that activity (grading and/or construction) will take place within five (5) feet of the outer diipline of any oak, walnut, sycamore, willow, or naturalized California Pepper tree. A Tree Permit has been or will be applied for prior to any activity taking place on the property. 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T0.DWtE �� OC1 OCpGWI Iqi N?mVL t>N RN61Gi ODO-OERUtEfB2 Y8[f VDtNJt PI OOr91 PM 'AR— NV Hlrgrt OF,,)RH PHU f911fG,01 G GLX Symbols T -I h _ SECTION REEE+ENce OVERALL SITE PLM DETAIL REERBNCE RrvA rival uea EXIERlO2 ELEVATION REFERENCE /�C f,(/.djdR- rum INTERIOR ELEVATION REFERENCE i2� KEY NOTE REFERENCE - I03 A AND/OR RCVM Nf9:Ht Sheet Index T -I TITLE SKEET A4 OVERALL SITE PLM Al2 ENLARGED SITE FLAN l LEA -E MFS, PIAN A-3 On ELEVATION A-4 LEASE AREA SFGGON PEI PIMJK MY ELECTR C V RVEY W TOP06RAPOC SURVEY (FOR REFt3 -e OILY) _2 TLPCGRARIC SORVEY (FOR REFERENCE ") VicinityMa THOMAS BROTHERS GUIDE p PA6E 680 6RLD A-2 OWNER:APPLICANT. THE AYRES GROW CIWALAR HREEES 355 MUSTO. ST - 2521 MICHELLE ORIVE ',. TE A SN C05TA K5A, CA 92626 COIRACL VERDWCA CAE1C0 Z10 FLOOR TINT611CA 92180 CONTACT. MARK RIYERA OCCUPANCY: C0MT WORD — M LLC2 —1997 L1A551FlLAT U-2 CONSTRI.WTION TYF6 Villi ra i Project Description I. 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ST - 2521 MICHELLE ORIVE ',. TE A SN C05TA K5A, CA 92626 COIRACL VERDWCA CAE1C0 Z10 FLOOR TINT611CA 92180 CONTACT. MARK RIYERA Approvals THE FOLLOWN6 PARTIES N ERmY APPROVE AND ACCEPT nRE5E D0a f on AND A MMIZE THE CONTRACTOR TO PROCEED "TH THE COtST TION DESCRIBED HERON. ALL CONSTRLGTION DOCUMEIR5 ARE SJB.ECT TO REVIEW 8'f THE LOCAL WLDN6 DEPARTMB:T AND ANY O WVr TEi.EPlbt€, f1W540-bO6O PRIR NA!= 5zK&VJRE DATt 301461 TETEEPWM(114) 550-004114) LANDLORD -- aT 14ANA6B2 - - ZONING: OCCUPANCY: C0MT WORD — M LLC2 —1997 L1A551FlLAT U-2 CONSTRI.WTION TYF6 Villi RF MANAGER — ADA COMPLIANCE: AREA 15 LIAWIED (NOT STAFFED) ADA WA SITE A=SITION AEC - FLMIN6 - n1 EXFEBIT"A" CUP 01-03, DR 01-13 21951 GOLDEN SPRINGS DRIVE , ,a nalrN �r15.5 P U iN O GUTUaR H C 6 L TniCRY P401UerrtU. tC. 6/]5/61 m W W o D 2 n > Q oz w 'U E� eII N� C 0J z Z = TTI CRI wOG�rE- ,11ill t EBT A vrt wuuol •, •••••••• SB-105-Oi-P3 mT ROOFTOP ANTENNA INSTALLATION COUNTRY SUITES 21951 GOLDEN SPRINGS ROAD OIANONO BAR, DA 91765 TITLE SHEET sxcn xuvRx T-1 08.13-01 F i L ' PROPRIETARY INFORMATION tx[ mroRwnax cwn+arto u: mss 6fl �[ [OxStRxRi : AONu[TtuS PaOPA�R+ar Oi tinNPL [ 5. R[41[5 L� T. 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WW-.DIAMO ND BA , SPRGS R INO CA 91765 OAn- MCfuD[rt ± IS TITLE: - �±; - Int - 'Q 4 f1Dm ?aIE nrscR�t «I nrs a.. or 1+nbu 1 numDc. -TOPOGRAPHIC SURVEY GRAPHIC SCALE - - 6NCCT NUMOCR- _ SPEOnt RMI+ ua?:.FD aREa: 110 c 1 $.,E -C-2 P�jl .Q,p[)ETARY INFOBj.�dT��N 1 - - LEGEND PAObine 9[u w1a --11 muEtER - DATE -07/06/01 alrtn zein! SURVEYOR:. N. OD B9LLAF0 - BRAWN BY: G.B.. // JNB eA. ruu` - CHECK BY: N.P. N %;' SECTION I% ioluui a DAv: n EtEC1mC "REVISIONS . E— N, Or CUI<rtC,C - - - rs - r9uvrtn mazer - GEODETIC -COORDINATE LOCATIOI OF L O _ _ _ _ fU iG^ Or f"CCC — iM Of PAF EI 7R I 1 A ftN, C t RtC al LLI N K OAPI Jl]O.90CIO Lu c m Y - . "`��=•'r ,C \ �� \�'rr -"�\. ��, � �Ty✓" ��°�� Nin. APN 8717.001.008 7/•, al,Y t \�� - a- - h mJn_ -.,, �, � \•, '' ; �\ � yy, r Jggn '9•-�r�� J.. � ��y(� // � e N A�ORR �- ''�'•..,�' � (i )ala- _� _ _ —� _ SITE NUMBER: 58105-01 /�' (, .p \ ➢., .N J SITE TYPE: Nu T1 SITEOUNLOCATRYIOSTN: CUITES, 3 DIA410N0 OAR A//- 2(951 GOLOEII SPRINGS ORI F1 TITLE: O OAR. CA 91:"05 TITLE: GRAPIiIC SCALE -TOPOGRAPHIC SURVEY SIICCT NUMBER: - - RFF R FF.T C..1 FOP OOIIIIOARY OFTAILR Project Meetings Schedule CITY OF DIAMOND BAR September 25, 2001 COMMUNITY & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT PLANNING COMMISSION PROJECTS Case # PM Locatron PC 9/25/01 C� 10/r CINGULAR/THE CONSULTING GROUP CUP 2001-03 LKS 21951 GOLDEN SPRINGS PH (Cell Site — Country Suites) DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT DCA 2001-02 AJL CITYWIDE PH (Signs and Electronic Reader Board within (COMMERICAL DEVELOPMENT the C-3 Zone) COMPLEXES ADJACENT TO FREEWAY / WITHIN C-3 ZONE) DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT DCA 2001-01 AJL CITYWIDE DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT DCA 2001-03 -AJL CITYWIDE (Landscape maintenance and Lot Coverage) DIAMOND BAR HONDA/ CUP 2001-06 AJL 515-525 S. GRAND AVENUE PH ELECTRIC MEDIA INC. CSP 2000-02 JDS (Signs) HORIZON PACIFIC DR 2001-11 AJL 2698 BLAZE TRAIL PH (Single Family Residence) LIU VAR 2001-06 LDM 2859 WATER COURSE Cont. (Fence height — setback) ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEWS DIAMOND BAR WEST/LLC (Single Family Residence) =PENDINGPROJECTS ATLAN STAR/DIAMOND STAR PLAZA (Sign) CINGULAR/THE CONSULTING GROUP (Cell Site — St Dennis Church) CINGULAR/THE CONSULTING GROUP (Cell Site — Color Marble Co.) m PC `CC PC CC PC 10/9/01 .10/16/01. 10/23/01 11/6/01 11113/01 PH PH PH PH CSP 2001-01 AJL 20855 GOLDEN SPRINGS DR. PROCESSING CUP 2001-04 AJL 2151 DIAMOND BAR BLVD. WAITING FOR APPLICANT TO SUBMIT INFORMATION CUP 2001-05 LKS 20530 EARLGATE PROCESSING LEGEND PH = PUBLIC H& X = NON PUBLIC Project MEETINGS September 25, 2001 PENDING PROJECTS (continued) GURBACHAN (Single Family Residence) NOVAK & ASSOCIATES (Co -location Cell Site) WEST COAST ROOMS (Room Addition) XM SATELLITE RADIO, INC. (Co -location Cell Site — DB Hi YEH, JERRY CITY OF DIAMOND BAR P COMMUNITY & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT Case # .'. PM Location ADR 2001-11 AJL 1194 CHISHOLM TRAIL PROCESSING CUP 2000-09 LDM 1155 S. DIAMOND BAR BL. APPLICANT NOTIFIED OF INCOMPLETE APPLICATION — WAITING FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MCUP 2001-09 MV 2001-14 LKS 1805 KIOWA CREST WAITING FOR APPLICANT TO SUBMIT REQUIRED INFORMATION CUP 2000-10 LDM 21400 PATHFINDER APPLICANT NOTIFIED OF INCOMPLETE APPLICATION — WAITING FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ADR 2001-10 LKS 2828 CRYSTAL RIDGE RD. PROCESSING P CITY OF DIAMOND BAR NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING AND AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING STATE OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES CITY OF DIAMOND BAR On September 25, 2001, at 7:00 P.M., the will hold a regular meeting at the South Coast Quality Management District Auditorium, 21865 East 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, Community and Development Services Department. On September 21, 2001, 1 posted a copy of the Notice for the Regular Meeting of the Diamond Bar Planning Commission, to be held on September 25, 2001, at each of the following locations: South Coast Quality Management Heritage Park District Auditorium 2900 Brea Canyon Road 21865 East Copley Drive Diamond Bar, CA 91765 Diamond Bar, CA 91765 I declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct. Executed on September 21, 2001, atl) N Stella Marquez Community and Develo t Services Dept. gA\affidavitposfing.doc ��i a�a is'Pey r File on and is ready for doiorr by Giiy Ci�rk