HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC 2000-01PLANNING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. 2000-01
"v _I A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF DIAMOND BAR APPROVING DEVELOPMENT REVIEW
NO. 99-12 A REQUEST TO DEMOLISH AN EXISTING 3,944
SQUARE FOOT TWO-STORY SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE
WITH GARAGE AND POOL, AND CONSTRUCT AN 11,389
SQUARE FOOT TWO-STORY WITH BASEMENT SINGLE-FAMILY
RESIDENCE INCLUDING A SIX -CAR GARAGE, MOTOR
COURT, POOL/SPA, GAZEBO AND CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION
15303(x). THE PROJECT SITE IS 2501 CROWFOOT LANE
(LOT 61 OF TRACT MAP NO. 30577), DIAMOND BAR CA.
A. Recitals
1. The property owner, Charles Chin, and applicant, Simon
h Shum, have filed an application to approve Development
Review No. 99-12, for a property located at 2501 Crowfoot
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, and Categorical Exemption emption shall be referred to as
the "Application".
2. On January 11, 2000, the Planning Commission of the City
of Diamond Bar conducted a duly noticed public hearing on
the Application.
3. On December 30, 1999, notification of the public hearing
for this project was made in the San Gabriel Valley
Tribune and Inland Valley Daily Bulletin newspapers.
Further, fifty-two property owners within a 500 -foot
radius of the project site were notified by mail. On
December 31, 1999, 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
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 Resolutiox, are true and correct.
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2. The Planning Commission hereby determines that the
project identified above in this Resolution is 11H
categorically exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970 (CEQA) and
guidelines promulgated thereunder. This is pursuant to
Section 15303 (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 relates to a parcel at 2501 Crowfoot
Lane (Lot 61 of Tract No. 30577), Diamond Bar, CA,
within the gated community identified as "The
Country Estates." The project site is
approximately 2.68 gross acres and 2.63 net acres.
It is shaped irregularly, widening and sloping
upward toward the rear, northerly exposure. Per
the May 13, 1970 recorded Tract Map, there is..a
Restricted Use Area and Flood Hazard Area on the
property.
(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 demolish an existing
two-story single-family residence with garage and
pool, and construct an 11,389 square foot two-story
with basement single-family residence including a'
six -car garage, motor court, pool/spa, and gazebo.
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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, currently developed with a two-
story single-family residence, was established
before the adoption of the City's General Plan.
However, the proposed project complies with the
elements of the adopted General Plan of July 25,
1995 which has a land use designation of Rural
Residential (1 du/acre). The
proposed use is zoned
for single-family residence at 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.
There is no specific or additional community
planned development for the site.
(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 developed with a two-
story single-family residence. The proposed new
construction and accessory structures are a
continued use and do not change the use of a
single-family residence. Although the proposed
residence is larger, it 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 Falcons
--, View Drive. 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 Ji,,ic
surrounding neighborhood and will maintain the f;„,,%”
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's architectural
features include the use of two wings and motor
court; the second -story entry with glass and steel
stair railing with pool beneath;. balconies and
columns; dentil-band'. cornice with roof -line
balustrade; as well as the layering of materials
and finishes via the trimmed stucco on the lower
level, and the alternate marbleized painted stucco
building and deco -mold trims. 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
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.
(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, as well as a South Coast
Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) demolition
permit. These 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).
The environmental evaluation shows that the proposed
project is Categorically Exempt pursuant to the
guidelines of the California Environmental Quality
Act of 1970 (CEQA), Section 15303(a).
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
January 11, 2000, as submitted to and approved by
the Planning Commission. Additional colors for
Gazebos, trellis, stamped concrete, pre -cast, steel
railing, sheet metal, exterior wood trims, shall be
reviewed and approved by the Planning Division and
made a part of Exhibit "A".
F (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 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.
t F (d) Tree Protection Requirements as required per Section
22.38.140 shall be installed for any California
Pepper, Arroyo Willow, Sycamore, Oak, and Walnut
trees before issuance of City permits.
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(e) Demolition permits shall be obtained from the South
Coast Air Quality Management District and the
Building and Safety Division. 4���'.h�
(f) The front landscaping 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.
(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)
Retaining walls shall not be constructed of
wood or wood products;
(8)
Retaining walls shall be required to be
ornamental by using stucco or decorative
block;
(9)
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 walls exposed height shall
not exceed six feet;
(10)
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 reference is
the
suitability of the retaining walls to withstand
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pressure of the retained soils and proposed
development.
A Covenant and Agreement as
g prescribed by the City
Engineer shall be signed, notarized, and recorded
by the owner before the issuance of City Permits
i for structures in the Restricted Use Area.
(j) There is currently no public sewer system. The
Applicant shall show septic tanks location, size
and details on the plans. The Los Angeles County
Health Department and City Geotechnical Engineer
shall approve these plans prior to the issuance of
any City permits. The property owner shall be
required to sign and record the City's agreement
for use of a septic system.
(k) The single-family structure shall meet the 1998
California Building Code, California Plumbing Code,
California Mechanical Code, and California
Electrical Code requirements.
(1) The minimum design wind pressure shall be 80 miles
per hour and "C” exposure.
(m) 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 1/4
inch nor more than 1/2 inch in any dimension
except where such openings are equipped with
sash or door;
(4) Chimneys shall have spark arresters of maximum
1/ inch screen.
(n) This single-family structure shall meet the State
Energy Conservation Standards.
(o) 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.
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(p) Site, driveway grade, and house design shall be
approved by the Fire Department. The maximum slopeIrpi9'
is 15% per the Public Works Division.
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(q) Maximum height of the structure shall not exceed 35
feet from the finish grade at any exterior wall of
the structure to the highest point of the roofline.
(r) Prior to the issuance of any City Permits, the
Applicant shall obtain a Minor Variance approval to
allow a maximum 31A feet roof -line balustrade
architectural feature that extends above the
35 feet roofline.
(s) 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.
(t) The applicant shall be required to submit a
landscape/irrigation and lighting plans delineating
the type of planting materials color, size,
quantity and location, lighting, to be reviewed and
approved by the Planning Division within 60 days of u
the project's approval. '
(u) The Applicant shall comply with Planning and zoning;.
Building and Safety; and, Public Works and Fire
Department requirements.
(v) 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
in accordance with Chapter 22.72 of the city of
Diamond Bar Development Code.
(w) 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.
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(x) If the Department of Fish and Game determines that
Fish and Game Code Section 711.4 applies to the
LL 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 Charles Chin,
2501 Crowfoot Lane, Diamond Bar, CA, 91765 and
Simon Shum, 20547 Walnut Drive, #D, Walnut, CA
91789.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 11TH DAY OF JANUARY 2000, BY
- THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR.
By: lip
Steve Tye, Chairan
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 11th day of January 2000, by the following vote:
AYES: Ruzicka, Kuo, McManus, Vice -Chairman Nelson,
Chairman Tye
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
t hsDeStefanp,
ATTEST:
Ja Secretary
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PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2000-01
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
DIAMOND BAR APPROVING DEVELOPMENT REVIEW NO. 99-12 A
REQUEST TO DEMOLISH AN EXISTING 3,944 SQUARE FOOT TWO-
STORY SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE WITH GARAGE AND POOL, AND
CONSTRUCT AN 11,389 SQUARE FOOT TWO-STORY WITH BASEMENT
SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE INCLUDING A SIX -CAR GARAGE, MOTOR
COURT, POOL/SPA, GAZEBO AND CATEGORICAL EXE14PTION
15303(a). THE PROJECT SITE IS 2501 CROWFOOT LANE (LOT 61 OF
TRACT MAP NO. 30577), DIAMOND BAR CA.
A. Recitals
1. The property owner, Charles Chin, and applicant, Simon Shum, have filed an application to
approve Development Review No. 99-12, for a property located at 2501 Crowfoot 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, and Categorical Exemption shall be
referred to as the "Application".
2. On January 11, 2000, the Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar conducted a duly
noticed public hearing on the Application.
3. On December 30, 1999, notification of the public hearing for this project was made in the San
Gabriel Valley Tribune and Inland Valley Daily Bulletin newspapers. Further, fifty-two
property owners within a 500 -foot radius of the project site were notified by mail. On
December 31, 1999, 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 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 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 15303 (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,
(a) The project relates to a parcel at 2501 Crowfoot Lane (Lot 61 of Tract No.
30577), Diamond Bar, CA, within the gated community identified as "The
Country Estates." The project site is approximately 2.68 gross acres and
2.63 net acres. It is shaped irregularly, widening and sloping upward
toward the rear, northerly exposure. Per the May 13, 1970 recorded Tract
Map, there is. -a Restricted Use Area and Flood Hazard Area on the
property.
(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 demolish an existing two-story single-family
residence with garage and pool, and construct an 11,389 square foot two-
story with basement single-family residence including a six -car garage,
motor court, pool/spa, and gazebo. 2
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, currently developed with a twostory single-family residence, was
established before the adoption of the City's General Plan. However, the
proposed project complies with the elements of the adopted General Plan of July
25, 1995 which has a land use designation of Rural Residential (1 du/acre). The
proposed use is zoned for single-family residence at 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. There is no specific or additional community
planned development for the site.
(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 developed with a twostory single-family residence.
The proposed new
construction and accessory structures are a continued use and do not change the
use of a single-family residence. Although the proposed residence is larger, it 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 Falcons
View Drive. 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's architectural features include the use of two wings and motor
court; the second -story entry with glass and steel stair railing with pool
beneath; balconies and columns; dentil-band cornice with roof -line
balustrade; as well as the layering of materials and finishes via the
trimmed stucco on the lower level, and the alternate marbleized painted
stucco building and deco -mold trims. 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 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.
(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, as
well as a South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD)
demolition permit. These 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.
Q) 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 guidelines of the California
Environmental Quality Act of 1970 (CEQA), Section 15303(a).
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
January 11, 2000, as submitted to and approved by the Planning
Commission. Additional colors for Gazebos, trellis, stamped concrete, pre-
cast, steel railing, sheet metal, exterior wood trims, shall be reviewed and
approved by the Planning Division and made a part of Exhibit "A".
(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 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) Tree Protection Requirements as required per Section 22.38.140 shall be
installed for any California Pepper, Arroyo Willow, Sycamore, Oak, and
Walnut trees before issuance of City permits.
(e) Demolition permits shall be obtained from the South Coast Air Quality
Management District and the Building and Safety Division.
(f) The front landscaping 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.
(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) Retaining walls shall not be constructed of wood or wood products;
(8) Retaining walls shall be required to be ornamental by using stucco or
decorative block;
(9) 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 walls exposed height shall not exceed six
feet;
(10) 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 reference
the suitability of the retaining walls to withstand
pressure of the retained soils and proposed development.
A Covenant and Agreement as prescribed by the City Engineer shall be
signed, notarized, and recorded by the owner before the issuance of City
Permits for structures in the Restricted Use Area.
There is currently no public sewer system. The Applicant shall show septic
tanks location, size and details on the plans. The Los Angeles County
Health Department and City Geotechnical Engineer shall approve these
plans prior to the issuance of any City permits. The property owner shall
be required to sign and record the City's agreement for use of a septic
system.
(k) The single-family structure shall meet the 1998 California Building Code,
California Plumbing Code, California Mechanical Code, and California
Electrical Code requirements.
(1) The minimum design wind pressure shall be 80 miles
per hour and "C" exposure.
(m) The single-family structure is located in "Fire Zone 41, and shall meet the
following requirements of —_hat 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 f lame 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 1/2 inch in any dimension except where such
openings are equipped with sash or door;
(4) Chimneys shall have spark arresters of maximum 114 inch screen.
(n) This single-family structure shall meet the State Energy Conservation Standards.
(o) 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.
(p) Site, driveway grade, and house design shall be approved by the Fire
Department. The maximum slope is 15% per the Public Works Division.
(q) maximum height of the structure shall not exceed 35 feet from the finish
grade at any exterior wall of the structure to the highest point of the
roofline.
(r) Prior to the issuance of any City Permits, the Applicant shall obtain a Minor
Variance approval to allow a maximum 31/2 feet roof -line balustrade
architectural feature that extends above the 35 feet roofline.
(s) 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.
(t) The applicant shall be required to submit a landscape/irrigation and lighting
plans delineating the type of planting materials color, size, quantity and
location, lighting, to be reviewed and approved by the Planning Division
within 60 days of the project's approval.
(u) The Applicant shall comply with Planning and Zoning; Building and Safety;
and, Public Works and Fire Department requirements.
(v) 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 in accordance with Chapter 22.72
of the city of Diamond Bar Development Code.
(w) 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.
(x) 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 Charles Chin, 2501 Crowfoot Lane,
Diamond Bar, CA, 91765 and Simon Shum, 20547 Walnut Drive, #D, Walnut, CA
91789.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 11TH DAY OF JANUARY 2000, BY THE
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR.
By: Steve Tye, Chairran
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 11 th day of January 2000, by the following vote:
AYES: Ruzicka, Kuo, McManus, Vice -Chairman Nelson, Chairman Tye
NOES
ABSENT: ABSTAIN: ATTEST:
JaYales DeStefang, Secretary 9