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RESOLUTION NO. 99-20
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF DIAMOND BAR APPROVING DEVELOPMENT
REVIEW NO. 99-5 AND TREE PERMIT NO. 99-1, A
REQUEST TO CONSTRUCT A 11,429 SQUARE FOOT TWO-
STORY AND BASEMENT, SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE
WITH 2,572 SQUARE FOOT SIX -CAR GARAGE AND
STORAGE SPACE, MOTOR COURT, POOL/SPA,
BARBECUE, TENNIS COURT, GAZEBO AND NEGATIVE
DECLARATION NO. 99-7. THE PROJECT SITE IS
LOCATED AT 2856 WAGON TRAIN LANE (LOT 71 OF
TRACT MAP NO. 30578), DIAMOND BAR CA.
A. Recitals
1. The property owner, Peichin Cheng, and applicant, Anchi
Lee, have filed an application to approve Development
Review No. 99-5, Tree Permit No. 99-1 and Negative
Declaration No. 99-7, for a property located at 2856
Wagon Train Lane, Diamond Bar, Los Angeles County,
California and part of the gated development identified
as "The Country Estates", as described in the title of
this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the
subject Development Review, Tree Permit, and Negative
Declaration shall be referred to as the "Application".
2. The Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar, on
August 24, 1999, conducted a duly noticed public hearing
on the Application.
3. Notification of the public hearing for this project has
been made in the San Gabriel Valley Tribune and Inland
Valley Daily Bulletin newspapers on August 4, 1999.
Fifty-two property owners within a 500 -foot radius of the
project site were notified by mail on August 3, 1999. A
notice of public hearing on a display board was posted at
the site on August 3, 1999 and displayed for at least 20
days before the public hearing. Three other sites were
posted within the vicinity of 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. The Planning Commission hereby specifically finds that
all of the facts 'set forth in the Recitals, Part A, of
this Resolution ate true and correct.
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2. The Planning Commission hereby finds that the Initial
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Study review and Negative Declaration No. 99-7 have been
prepared by the City of Diamond Bar in compliance with
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the requirement of the California Environmental Quality
Act (CEQA) and guideline promulgated thereunder, pursuant
to Section 15070. Furthermore, Negative Declaration No.
99-7 reflects the independent"judgement of the City of
Diamond Bar.
3. The Planning Commission hereby specifically finds and
determines that, having considered thelrecord as a whole
including the findings seat 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 relates to an undeveloped parcel at 2856
Wagon Train Lane (Lot 71 of Tract No. 30578),
Diamond' Bar, CA, within the gated community
identified as "The Country Estates." The project
site is approximately 1.38 gross acres and 1.31 net
acres. It is shaped irregularly, widening and
sloping downward toward the rear, southeasterly
exposure. The rear of the parcel abuts a
mitigation monitoring area designed with the
improvement of Tract 47851. Grading, drainage and
retaining wall improvements are necessary to
facilitate construction on the site.
(b) The project site is zoned Single -Family Residence -
Minimum Lot Size One Acre Rural Residential (RR)
Zone. Its General Plan Land Use designation is
Rural Residential (RR).
(c) Generally, the following zones surround the subject
site: to the north, south, east and west is the
Rural Residential (RR) Zone.
(d) The application is a request to construct a 11,429
square foot two-story and basement, single-family
residence with 2,572 square foot six -car garage and
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storage space, motor court, pool/spa, barbecue,
tennis court and gazebo. A Tree Permit is
requested to allow the removal and replacement of
nine native California Walnut trees currently on-
site.
DEVELOPMENT REVIEW
(e) The design and layout of the proposed development is
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).
The project site and the proposed use is zoned for
single-family residence at 1 du/acre. The adopted
General Plan of July 25, 1995 has a land use
designation of Rural Residential (1 du/acre). The
proposed structure and accessory structures comply
with the City's General Plan objectives and
strategies related to maintaining the integrity of
residential neighborhoods and open space. The
structures and placement on the parcel conform to
the site coverage criteria of the Diamond Bar
Development Code. Furthermore, the applicant has
obtained the approval of "The Country Estates"
Homeowners' Association architectural committee.
(f) 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 currently an undeveloped parcel
within an existing tract designed for single-family
homes. The proposed new construction and accessory
structures do not change the use of a single-family
residence. The developed property is not expected
to unreasonably interfere with the use and
enjoyment of neighboring existing or future
development, and will not create traffic or
pedestrian hazards.
The project site is adequately served by Wagon Train
Lane. This private street is designed to handle
minimum traffic created by this type of
development.
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(g) The architectural design of the proposed development
is compatible with the characteristics of the
surrounding neighborhood hborhood and will maintain the
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harmonious, orderly and attractive development
contemplated by Chapter 22.48, the General Plan,
City Design Guidelines, or any applicable specific
plan.
The proposed project's architectural design is
compatible with the eclectic architectural style of
other homes within "The Country Estates," and is
consistent with the City's Design Guidelines and
Development Code. The project uses architectural
styling with the street side portico with cascading
fountain and rock faeade, balconies, cascading roof
lines down slope, ornamental steel railing,
columns, as well as the layering of materials and
finishes via the scoring of stucco, the stone
veneer and wood trims, to present an attractive
design. Additionally, the colors and materials
utilized are compatible with the homes within the
surrounding area. The applicant has obtained the
approval of the architectural committee of "The
Country Estates.
(h) The design of the proposed development will provide
a desirable environment for its occupants and Li
visiting public, as well as its neighbors, through
good aesthetic use of materials, texture, and color
that will remain aesthetically appealing.
A project colors/materials board is provided as
Exhibit "A". The colors, materials, and textures
proposed are complimentary to the existing homes
within the area while offering variety and low
levels of maintenance.
(i) 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.
City permits, inspections and soils reports are
required for construction and will ensure that the
finished project will not be detrimental to the
public health, safety, or welfare, or materially
injurious to the properties or improvements in the
vicinity.
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(j) The proposed project has been reviewed in compliance
with the provisions of the California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA).
Pursuant to the provisions of CEQA, the City has
determined that a Negative Declaration is required
for this project. According to CEQA Section 15070,
Negative Declaration No. 99-7 has been prepared.
The Negative Declaration's review period began
August 4, 1999 and ends August 31, 1999.
TREE PERMIT
(k) Preservation of the existing walnut trees is -not
feasible and would compromise the property owner's
reasonable use and enjoyment of property.
Surrounding land and appropriate mitigation
measures will be implemented in compliance with
Section 22.38.130 (Tree Replacement/Relocation
Standards) below.
The applicant has submitted that nine native walnut
trees are scattered on the site and requests
removal of these trees and replacement on-site.
Replacement for these trees is at a 3:1 ratio for a
-w total of 27 trees. Sixteen of these trees are
already planned as Sycamore, 36" box, and the
additional eleven trees are a condition of
approval. Fourteen of the 27 trees shall be planted
in Summitridge Park with the specific location to
be determined by the Community Services Director.
5. Based upon the findings and conclusion set forth above,
the Planning Commission hereby approves this Application
subject to the following conditions:
(a) The project shall substantially conform to site
plan, floor plans, elevations and materials/colors
board collectively labeled as Exhibit "A" dated
August 24, 1999, as submitted to and approved by
the Planning Commission.
(b) The subject site shall be maintained in a condition
that 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 duly permitted
waste contractor, who has been authorized by the
City to provide collection, transportation, and
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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) Before construction begins, the applicant shall
install temporary construction fencing pursuant to
the Building and ,Safety Division's requirements
along the project site's perimeter. This fencing
shall remain until the Building Official approves
its removal.
(d) A revised landscape/ irrigation plan with native
planting materials shall be submitted for the area
at the rear of the parcel, including 27 replacement
trees from the protected species list of Sycamore,
Arroyo Willow or Oak, and the transitional plants
as recommended by the City's environmental
consultant. Of the 27 subject trees, 14, 24" box
trees, shall be planted at Summitridge Park. with,
the specific location to be determined by the
Community Services Director. The owner/applicant
shall pay for City's environmental consultant to
monitor all replacement trees for a minimum of
three years to a maximum of five years. The City
shall maintain a deposit account for these
expenses.
(e) A revised arborist's report shall be submitted to
the City for review and approval tagging all_ trees
at the rear of the property abutting the mitigation
monitoring slope area of Tract 47851 before any
grading or building permits are issued. Tree
Protection Requirements per Section 22.38.140 shall
be required for any California Pepper, Arroyo
Willow, Sycamore, or Oak.
(f) The front landscaping, as well as replacement trees
and transition planting at the rear of the project
site, shall be installed prior to the Planning
Division's final inspection or Certificate of
Occupancy issuance. Additionally, any walls, gates,
fountains, etc. that may be proposed within the
front setback shall not exceed 42 inches in height
or be constructed within the street's dedicated
easement. Driveway color shall be provided for.-',
Planning Division approval prior to installation'.
and Planning Division's final inspection.
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(g) A grading and retaining wall plan review and
approval is required for cut/fill quantities
`- greater than 50 cubic yards. In accordance with
the City's grading requirements, the grading plan
shall be reviewed and approved by the City before
the issuance of a grading permit. On a grading plan
the following shall be delineated:
(1) Cut and fill quantities and earthwork
calculations;
(2) All flow lines, finished surfaces, and
finished grades;
(3) Proper drainage with detailed sketches;
(4) Proposed and existing grades;
(5) Sign/stamped by a civil engineer, geotechnical
engineer and geologist;
(6) Clearly delineate all easements;
(7) Indicate retaining wall locations on grading
plan and delineate:
(a) Top of wall;
(b) Top of footing;
(c) Finish Surface;
(d) Structural calculations; and
(e) Retaining wall shall not exceed a
_ height of six feet.
(8) All grading is subject to Development Code
Sections 22.16.030 (Air Emissions) and Section
22.28 (Noise).
(h) Applicant shall submit a soils report for the
proposed improvements to be reviewed and approved
by the City. The soils report shall also refer-enca
the suitability of the retaining walls to withstand
pressure of the retained soils and proposed
development.
(i) Applicant shall verify that the project site is
currently connected to the public sewer system and
impacts on the sewage capacity as a result of the
proposed addition shall be approved.
(j) The single-family structure shall meet the 1998
California Building Code, California Plumbing Code,
California Mechanical Code, and California
Electrical Code requirements.
(k) The minimum design wind pressure shall be 80 miles
per hour and "C" exposure.
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(I} The single-family structure is located in "Fire Zone
4" and shall meet the following requirements of
that fire zone:
(1) All roof covering shall be "Fire Retardant,
Class A"; the roofs shalL be fire stopped at
the eaves to preclude entry of the flame or
members under the fire;
(2) All enclosed 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 14
inch nor more than 1-� inch in any dimension
except where such openings are equipped with
sash or door; I
(4) Chimneys shall have spark arresters of maximum
'-ik inch screen.
(m) This single-family structure shall meet the State
Energy Conservation Standards.
(n) Drainage pattern shall be reviewed and approved by
the Public Works Division; surface water shall
drain away from',the building at a 2% minimum 11.
slope.
(o) Site, driveway grade, and design shall be approved
by the Fire Department. The maximum slope is 15%
per the Public Works Division.
(p) Maximum height of the structure shall measure 35
feet at exterior walls to the highest roofline from
the finish grade.
(q) Due to the site's topography, applicant shall comply
with special design requirements as specified in
the U.B.C., Section 18.4.3, building setback, top
and toe of slopes.
(r) The Applicant shall comply with Planning and Zoning;
Building and Safety; and, Public Works and Fire
Department requirements.
(s) This grant is valid for two (2) years and shall be
exercised (i.e. construction) within that period or
this grant shall expire. A one -(1) year extension
may be approved when submitted to the City in
writing at least 60 days prior to the expiration
date. The Planning Commission will consider the
extension request at a duly noticed public hearing
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in accordance with Chapter 22.72 of the city of
Diamond Bar Development Code.
,._ (t) -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 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.
(u) 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 demin.imis
impact on fish and wildlife, the applicant shall
r also pay to the Department of Fish and Game any
such fee and any fine which the Department
determines to be owed.
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The Planning Commission shall:
(a) Certify to the adoption of this Resolution; and
(b) Forthwith transmit a certified copy of this
Resolution, by certified mail to Peichin Cheng,
17800 Castleton St., #106, City of Industry, CA,
91748 and Anchi Lee, 3740 Campus Drive, #B,
Newport Beach, CA 92660.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 24TH DAY OF AUGUST 1999, BY THE
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR.
By.
Aeve Nelson, Vi
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I, James I?eStefano, Planning Commission Secretary, do hereby
certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly introduced, passed,
and adopted, at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission held
on the 24th day of August, 1999, by the following vote:
AYES: Nelson, McManus, Ruzicka, Kuo
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST:
JC4 s DeStefano. Secretary
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PLANNING C01441SSION RESOLUTION NO. 99-20
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
DIAMOND BAR APPROVING DEVELOPMENT REVIEW NO. 99-5 AND
TREE PERMIT NO. 99-1, A REQUEST TO CONSTRUCT A 11,429
SQUARE FOOT TWOSTORY AND BASEMENT, SINGLE-FAMILY
RESIDENCE WITH 2,572 SQUARE FOOT SIX -CAR GARAGE AND
STORAGE SPACE, MOTOR COURT, POOL/SPA, BARBECUE,
TENNIS COURT, GAZEBO AND NEGATIVE DECLARATION NO. 99-7.
THE PROJECT SITE IS LOCATED AT 2856 WAGON TRAIN LANE
(LOT 71 OF TRACT MAP NO. 30578), DIAMOND BAR CA.
A. Recitals
1. The property owner, Peichin Cheng, and applicant, Anchi Lee, have filed an application to
approve Development Review No. 99-5, Tree Permit No. 99-1 and Negative Declaration
No. 99-7, for a property located at 2856 Wagon Train Lane, Diamond Bar, Los Angeles
County, California and part of the gated development identified as "The Country Estates",
as described in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject
Development Review, Tree Permit, and Negative Declaration shall be referred to as the
"Application".
2. The Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar, on August 24, 1999, conducted a duly
noticed public hearing on the Application.
3. Notification of the public hearing for this project has been made in the San Gabriel Valley
Tribune and Inland Valley Daily Bulletin newspapers on August 4, 1999. Fifty-two property
owners within a 500 -foot radius of the project site were notified by mail on August 3,
1999. A notice of public hearing on a display board was posted at the site on August 3,
1999 and displayed for at least 20 days before the public hearing. Three other sites were
posted within the vicinity of 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. The Planning Commission hereby
specifically finds that
facts set forth in the I
all of the Recitals, Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct.
2. The Planning Commission hereby finds that the Initial Study review and Negative
Declaration No. 99-7 have been prepared by the City of Diamond Bar in
compliance with the requirement of the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) and'guideline promulgated thereunder, pursuant to Section 15070.
Furthermore, Negative Declaration No. 99-7 reflects the independent judgement
of the City of Diamond Bar.
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 Ithe proposed project set forth in the application, there is no
evidence before this Planning commission that the project proposed herein will
have them 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 relates to an undeveloped, parcel at 2856 Wagon Train Lane (Lot
71 of Tract No. 30578), Diamond' Bar„ CA, within the gated community
identified as "The Country Estates." The project site is approximately 1.38
gross acres and 1.31 net acres. It is shaped irregularly, widening and
sloping downward toward the rear, southeasterly exposure. The rear of
the parcel abuts, a mitigation monitoring area designed with the
improvement of Tract 47851. Grading, drainage and retaining wall
improvements are necessary to facilitate construction on the site.
(b) The project site is zoned Single -Family ResidenceMinimum Lot Size One
Acre'Rural Residential (RR) Zone. Its General Plan Land Use designation
is Rural Residential (RR).
(c) Generally, the following zones surround the subject site: to the north, south,
east and west is the Rural Residential (RR) Zone.
(d) The application is a request to construct a 11,429 square foot two-story and
basement, single-family residence with 2,572 square foot six -car garage
storage space, motor court, pool/spa, barbecue, tennis court and gazebo.
A Tree Permit is requested to allow the removal and replacement of nine
native California Walnut trees currently onsite.
DEVELOPMENT
(e) The design and layout of the proposed development is 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).
The project site and the proposed use is zoned for single-family residence
at 1 du/acre. The adopted General Plan of July 25, 1995 has a land use
designation of Rural Residential (1 du./acre). The proposed structure and
accessory structures comply with the City's General Plan objectives and
strategies related to maintaining the integrity of residential neighborhoods
and open space. The structures and placement on the parcel conform to
the site coverage criteria of the Diamond Bar Development Code.
Furthermore, the applicant has obtained the approval of The Country
Estates" Homeowners' Association architectural committee.
(f) 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 currently an undeveloped parcel within an existing tract
designed for single-family homes. The proposed new construction and
accessory structures do not change the use of a single-family residence.
The developed property is not expected to unreasonably interfere with the
use and enjoyment of neighboring existing or future development, and will
not create traffic or pedestrian hazards.
The project site is adequately served by Wagon Train Lane. This private
street is designed to handle minimum traffic created by this type of
development.
(g) The architectural design of the proposed development is compatible with the
characteristics of the surrounding neighborhood and will maintain the
harmonious, orderly and attractive development contemplated by Chapter
22.48, the General Plan, City Design Guidelines, or any applicable
specific plan.
The proposed project's architectural design is compatible with the eclectic
architectural style of other homes within "The Country Estates," and is
consistent with the City's Design Guidelines and Development Code. The
project uses architectural styling with the street side portico with cascading
fountain and rock fagade, balconies, cascading roof lines down slope,
ornamental steel railing, columns, as well as the layering of materials and
finishes via the scoring of stucco, the stone veneer and wood trims, to
present an attractive design. Additionally, the colors and materials utilized
are compatible with the homes within the surrounding area. The applicant
has obtained the approval of the architectural committee of "The Country
Estates."i
(h) 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.
A project colors /materials board is provided as Exhibit "A". The colors,
materials, and textures proposed are complimentary to the existing—
homes within the area while offering variety and low levels of
maintenance.
(i) 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.
City permits, inspections and soils reports are required for construction
and will ensure that the finished project will not be detrimental to the public
health, safety, or welfare, or materially injurious to the properties or
improvements in the vicinity.
TREE PERMIT
Q) The proposed project has been reviewed in compliance with the provisions of the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
Pursuant to the provisions of CEQA, the City has determined that a
Negative DecTaration is required for this project. According to CEQA
Section 15070, Negative Declaration No. 99-7 has been prepared. The
Negative Declaration's review period began August 4, 1999 and ends
August 31, 1999.
W Preservation of the existing walnut trees is -not feasible and would
compromise the property owner's reasonable use and enjoyment of
property. Surrounding land and appropriate mitigation measures will be
implemented in compliance with Section 22.38.130 (Tree
Replacement/Relocation Standards) below.
The applicant has submitted that nine native walnut trees are scattered on
the site and requests removal of these trees and replacement on-site.
Replacement for these trees is at a 3:1 ratio for a total of 27 trees. Sixteen
of these trees are already planned as Sycamore, 36" box, and the
additional eleven trees are a condition of approval. Fourteen of the 27
trees shall be planted in Summitridge Park with the specific location to be
determined by the Community Services Director.
5. Based upon the findings and conclusion set forth above, the Planning Commission
hereby approves this Application subject to the following conditions:
(a) The project shall substantially conform to site plan, floor plans, elevations and
materials/colors board collectively labeled as Exhibit "A" dated August 24,
1999, as submitted to and approved by the Planning Commission.
(b) The subject site shall be maintained in a condition that 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 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 se-rvices.
(c) Before construction begins, the applicant shall install temporary construction
fencing pursuant to the Building and Safety Division's requirements along
the project site's perimeter. This fencing shall remain until the Building
Official approves its removal.
(d) A revised landscape/irrigation plan with native planting materials shall be
submitted for the area at the rear of the parcel, including 27 replacement
trees from the protected species list of Sycamore, Arroyo Willow or Oak,
and the transitional plants as recommended by the City's environmental
consultant. Of the 27 subject trees, 14, 24" box trees, shall be planted at
Summitridge Park. with the specific location to be determined by the
Community Services Director. The owner/applicant shall pay for City's
environmental consultant to monitor all replacement trees for a minimum
of three years to a maximum of f ive years. The City shall maintain a
deposit account for these expenses.
(e) A revised arborist's report shall be submitted to the City for review and
approval tagging all -trees at the rear of the property abutting the mitigation
monitoring slope area of Tract 47851 before any grading or building
permits are issued. Tree Protection Requirements per Section 22.38.140
shall be required for any California Pepper, Arroyo Willow, Sycamore, or
Oak.
(f) The front landscaping, as well as replacement trees and transition planting at
the rear of the project site, shall be installed prior to the Planning
Division's final inspection or Certificate of occupancy issuance.
Additionally, any walls, gates, fountains, etc. that may be proposed within
the front setback shall not exceed 42 inches in height or be constructed
within the street's dedicated easement. Driveway color shall be provided
for Planning Division approval prior to installation and Planning Division's
final inspection.
(g) A grading and retaining wall plan review and approval is required for cut/fill
quantities greater than 50 cubic yards. In accordance with the City's
grading requirements, the grading plan shall be reviewed and approved
by the City before the issuance of a grading permit. On a grading plan the
following shall be delineated:
(1) Cut and fill quantities and earthwork calculations;
(2) All flow lines, finished surfaces, and finished grades;
(3) Proper drainage with detailed sketches; (4) Proposed and existing
grades;
(5) Sign/stamped by a civil engineer, geotechnical engineer and
geologist;
(6) Clearly delineate all easements;
(7) Indicate retaining wall locations on grading plan and delineate:
(a) Top of wall; (b) Top of footing; (c) Finish Surface;
(d) Structural calculations; and
(e) Retaining wall shall not exceed a height of six feet.
(8) All grading is subject to Development Code Sections 22.16.030 (Air
Emissions) and Section 22.28 (Noise).
(h) Applicant shall submit a soils report for the proposed improvements to be
reviewed and approved by the City. The soils report shall also refer-enca
the suitability of the retaining walls to withstand pressure of the retained
soils and proposed development.
(i) Applicant shall verify that the project site is currently connected to the public
sewer system and impacts on the sewage capacity as a result of the
proposed addition shall be approved.
0) The single-family structure shall meet the 1998 California Building Code,
California Mechanical Code, and California Electrical Code requirements.
(k) The minimum design wind pressure shall be 80 miles per hour and "C"
exposure.
The single-family structure is located in "Fire Zone 4_' and shall meet the
following requirements of that fire zone:
(1) All roof covering shall be "Fire Retardant, Class A" tile roofs shal-1 ,be
fire stopped at the eaves to preclude entry of the flame or
members under the fire;
(2) All enclosed 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
nor more than I -i— inch in any dimension except where such
openings are equipped with sash or door;
(4) Chimneys shall have spark arresters of maximum 11—ii inch screen.
(m) This single-family structure shall meet the State Energy Conservation
Standards.
(n) Drainage pattern shall be reviewed and approved by the Public Works
Division; surface water shall drain away from the building at a 2%
minimum slope.
(o) Site, driveway grade, and design shall be approved by the Fire Department.
The maximum slope is 15% per the Public Works Division.
(p) Maximum height of the structure shall measure 35 feet at exterior walls to the
highest roofline from the finish grade.
(q) Due to the site's topography, applicant shall comply with special design
requirements as specified in the U.B.C., Section 18.4.3, building setback,
top and toe of slopes.
(r) The Applicant shall comply with Planning and Zoning; Building and Safety;
and, Public Works and Fire Department requirements.
(s) This grant is valid for two (2) years and shall be exercised (i.e. construction)
within that period or this grant shall expire. A one -(I) year extension may
be approved when submitted to the City in writing at least 60 days prior to
the expiration date. The Planning Commission will consider the extension
request at a duly noticed public hearing
in accordance with Chapter 22.72 of the city of Diamond Bar Development
Code.
(t) -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 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.
(u) 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 deminimis
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:
(a) Certify to the adoption of this Resolution; and
(b) Forthwith transmit a certified copy of this Resolution, by certified mail to
Peichin Cheng, 17800 Castleton St., #106, City of Industry, CA, 91748
and Anchi Lee, 3740 Campus Drive, `B, Newport Beach, CA 92660.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 24TH DAY OF AUGUST 1999, BY THE
By: S eve Nelson, Vi n S Oeve N —el s
I, James DeStefano, Planning Commission Secretary, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was
duly introduced, passed, and adopted, at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission held on'the 24th
day of August, 1999, by the following vote:
AYES: Nelson, McManus, Ruzicka, Kuo NOES:
ABSENT: ABSTAIN:
ATTEST: Ps D Q— —Secr
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