HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC 2000-13PLANNING COMMISSION
- RESOLUTION NO. 2000-13
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR APPROVING
DEVELOPMENT REVIEW NO. 2000-09, A REQUEST TO
CONSTRUCT A THREE-STORY (TWO STORIES AND A
BASEMENT) SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE WITH A
THREE CAR GARAGE AND BALCONIES TOTALING TO
APPROXIMATELY 11,560 SQUARE FEET. THE REQUEST
ALSO INCLUDES A SWIMMING POOL/SPA, GAZEBO,
FOUNTAIN AND RETAINING WALLS WITH A MAXIMUM
HEIGHT OF SIX FEET. THE PROJECT SITE IS LOCATED
AT 2718 STEEPLECHASE LANE (LOT 54, TRACT
NO. 30289), DIAMOND BAR, CALIFORNIA.
A. RECITALS.
1. The property owner, Palazzo, Inc. and applicant, An -Chi Lee have filed an application for
Development Review No. 2000-09, for a property located at 2718 Steeplechase Lane,
- Diamond Bar, Los Angeles County, California. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject
Development Review shall be referred to as the "Application."
2. On June 22, 2000, public hearing notices were mailed to approximately 49 property owners
of record within a 500 -foot radius of the project and the public hearing notice was posted
in three public places within the City of Diamond Bar. On June 27, 2000, the project site
was posted with a display board. On June 28, 2000, notification of the -public hearing for
this project was provided in the San Gabriel Valley Tribune and Inland Valley Daily
Bulletin newspapers.
3. On July 11, 2000, the Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar conducted a duly
noticed public hearing- on the Application. The public hearing was opened, public
comments were heard, and the public hearing was closed.
B. Resolution.
NOW, THEREFORE, it is found, determined and resolved by the Planning Commission of the City
of Diamond Bar as follows:
This Planning Commission hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the
Recitals, Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct.
2. The Planning Commission hereby finds that the project identified above in this Resolution
is categorically exempt pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality
Act (CEQA) of 1970 and guidelines promulgated thereunder, according to Section
15303(a).
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 an existing vacant lot, denude of significant vegetation, is
located at 2718 Steeplechase Lane (Lot 54, of Tract No. 30289) within a gated
community identified as. "The Country Estates". The project site is rectangular
shaped and approximately 1.20 gross acres and 1.11 net acres. It slopes up from
Steeplechase Lane to the rear property line. An existing access driveway traverses
the front portion of the project site behind the proposed 30 -foot front setback. The
access driveway is utilized as a non-exclusive easement and traverses Lots 51
through 57. This access -driveway will abut the proposed driveway for the project
site. A recreational and equestrian use easement located within.the rear portion of
the project site was deleted in its entirety in April 1990.
(b) The project site has a General Plan land use designation of Rural Residential (RR).
(c) The project site is within the Single Family Residence -Minimum Lot Size 2-0,000
Square Feet (R-1-20,000) Zone.
(d) Generally, the following zone surround the project site: to the north, south, east and
west is the R-1-20,000 Zone.
(e) The Application request is to construct a three-story (two stories and a basement)
single-family with a three car garage and balconies totaling to approximately 11,560
square feet. The request also includes a swimming pool/spa, gazebo, fountain and
retaining walls with a maximum 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).
Tract Map No. 30289 was approved by Los Angeles County prior to the City of
Diamond Bar's incorporation and sited for residential development, knowing that
Lot 54 would eventually be developed with a single family residence.
On July 25, 1995, the City adopted its General Plan. Although the Tract was
established prior to the General Plan's adoption, it complies with the General Plan
land use designation of RR -Maximum 1 DU/AC since the project site is 1.20 gross
acres. Additionally, the proposed project complies with the General Plan objectives
and strategies and the City's Design Guidelines related to maintaining the integrity
of residential neighborhoods and open space. Furthermore, the proposed project is
compatible with the eclectic architectural style, colors and material of other homes
within Tract No. 30289 and "The Country Estates."
(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 was planned for the eventual developed of a single-family residence
through the Tract's original approval. The proposed project is a single-family
residence, which is consistent with single family residences established within "The
Country Estates". As such, the proposed single family residence is not expected
to interfere with the use and enjoyment of neighboring existing or future
- , development. The proposed single-family residence is not expected to create traffic
or pedestrian hazards because the proposed use was expected in the future.
Steeplechase Lane, a private street, adequately serves the project site and was
established to handle minimum traffic created by this type of gated residential
development. Therefore, the use of a contemplated single-family residence will not
interfere with the use and enjoyment of neighboring existing or future development
and will not create traffic or pedestrian hazards.
(h) 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,
or any applicable specific plan.
The architectural design of the proposed project is Mediterranean. The architectural
design of other residences within "The Country Estates" is eclectic. Therefore, the
proposed project's architectural design is compatible with other residences within
this gated community. Furthermore, the proposed project has obtained the approval
of "The Country Estates" architectural committee.
A proposed prominent architectural feature/focal point of the residence is the
Coliseum Stone front entry and motor court entrance with Composite type columns,
which is a combination of the Ionic and Corinthian order. The balconies are a
.._a secondary focal point of the front fagade utilizing columns and balustrade, which
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corresponds to the prominent architectural focal points. The window styles and
architectural treatment extends to all sides of the proposed residential structure.
The proposed colors are a variation of earth tones. The proposed materials offer a
variety of textures. 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. 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.
(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.
(j) 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.
(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
(CEQA) and guidelines promulgated thereunder, according to Section 15303(a).
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
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collectively labeled as Exhibit "A" dated July 11, 2000 as submitted and approved
r = , 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 for the City's review and approval. The approved
landscaping and irrigation shall be installed prior to final inspection or Certificate
of Occupancy issuance.
(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) 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.
(f) 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) Cut and fill quantities with calculations;
(2) Existing and proposed topography;
(3) Flow lines and drainage/drainage outlets;
(4) Finish surface and finished grade;
(5) Grading plan shall be signed/stamped by a civil engineer, geotechnical
engineer and geologist, as required;
(6) Exportation site; and
(7) All easements.
(g) Prior to issuance of any City permits, the applicant shall submit a soils report for
the City's review and approval. Said soils report shall:
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(1) Incorporate the suitability and stability of all retaining walls to withstand
pressure of the retained soil and'surcharge created by the proposed loads;
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and
(2) Incorporate the scope of the proposed development and appropriate
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recommendations for the project's construction and shared access;
(h) The applicant shall re -construct their portion of the access driveway that traverses
the project site, pursuant to the design recommendations within the soils report and
to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
(i) Prior to the commencement of any grading activities, the applicant shall provide the
City with a defined access route for construction vehicles to and from Steeplechase
Lane. The applicant shall provide an assessment of the access roadway condition
to the City Engineer. Prior to final occupancy, the roadway condition shall be
re -assessed and the applicant shall repair any damage to the roadway, as a result of
construction activities. On an ongoing as needed basis, the applicant shall repair
damage that may occur to the shared access driveway during construction,
according to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
(j) Prior to the issuance of any City permits, the applicant shall submit a proper
drainage plan indicating details and sections for the City's review and approval.
(k) Prior to the issuance of any City permits, the applicant shall submit a retaining wall
plan for the City's review and approval. The retaining wall plan shall delineate the
following:
(1) Sections drawn to scale with the appropriate details;
(2) Top of wall, finished surface, bottom of wall and top of footing;
(3) Type of retaining wall;
(4) Calculations; and
(5) Retaining walls shall be subject to the City's Hillside_ Management .
Standards.
(1) 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.
(m) Applicant shall obtain a Rough Grade and Fine Grade Certification prior to the
project's final inspection.
(n) Slope of the proposed driveway shall not exceed 15 percent and shall obtain Fire
Department approval.
(o) The applicant shall be responsible for sewer connection and shall ensure connection
with Los Angeles County Department of Public Works and the Sanitation District.
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- (p) The proposed residence shall comply with the State Energy Conservation Standards.
(q) Surface water shall drain away from the proposed residence at a two -percent
minimum slope.
(r) 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.
(s) Plans shall conform to State and Local Building Code (i.e., 1997 Uniform Building
Code, Uniform Plumbing Code, Uniform Mechanical Code, and the 1996 National
Electrical Code) requirements.
(t) Construction plans shall be engineered to meet wind loads of 80 M.P.H. with a "C"
exposure.
(u) 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.
(v) 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 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 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.
(x) If the Department of Fish and Game determines that Fish and Game Cocom Section
711.4 applies to the approval of this project, then the applicant shall remit to the
wry- 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.
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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 tl!ilu!ii
Department determines to be owed. m'iil'
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: Palazzo
Inc., P.O. Box 5170, Diamond Bar, CA 91765 and An -Chi Lee, 3740 Campus
Drive, #B. Newport Beach, CA 92660.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 8TH DAY OF AUGUST, 2000, BY THE
PLANNING COMNITSSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR.
BY: i;'i-
Steve Nelson, Chairman
I, 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 8th day of August, 2000, by the following vote:
AYES
NOES:
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ABSENT:
Vice Chair Zirbes, Commissioners Tye, Kuo, Ruzicka, and Chair Nelson
ABSTAIN:
1p
}Y
ATTEST:
James DeSte �ano, Secretary
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PLANNING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. 2000-
13
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR APPROVING
DEVELOPMENT REVIEW NO. 2000-09, A REQUEST TO
CONSTRUCT A THREE-STORY (TWO STORIES AND A
BASEMENT) SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE WITH A
THREE CAR GARAGE AND BALCONIES TOTALING TO
APPROXIMATELY 11,560 SQUARE FEET. THE
REQUEST ALSO INCLUDES A SWIMMING POOL/SPA,
GAZEBO, FOUNTAIN AND RETAINING WALLS WITH A
MAXIMUM HEIGHT OF SIX FEET. THE PROJECT SITE IS
LOCATED AT 2718 STEEPLECHASE LANE (LOT 54,
A. RECITALS.
1. The property owner, Palazzo, Inc. and applicant, An -Chi Lee have filed an
Diamond Bar, Los Angeles County, California. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the
subject Development Review shall be referred to as the "Application."
2. On June 22, 2000, public hearing notices were mailed to approximately 49 property
owners of record within a 500 -foot radius of the project and the public hearing
notice was posted in three publ is places within the City of Diamond Bar. On
June 27, 2000, the project site was posted with a display board. On June 28,
2000, notification of the -public hearing for this project was provided in the San
Gabriel Valley Tribune and Inland Valley Daily Bulletin newspapers.
3. On July 11, 2000, the Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar conducted a
duly noticed public hearing- on the Application. The public hearing was opened,
B. Resolution.
NOW, THEREFORE, it is found, determined and resolved by the Planning
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 finds that the project identified above in this
Act (CEQA) of 1970 and guidelines promulgated thereunder, according to Section
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 ZD
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 a 1'rects contai ncd in Section 753.5 (d) of Title 14 of the California Code
of Regulations.
4. Based on the findines and conclusions set forth herein, this Planning Commission hereby finds as
follows:
(a) The project relates to an existing vacant lot, denude of significant vegetation, is located at
2718 Steeplechase Lane (Lot 54, of Tract No. 30289) within a gated community identified
as "The Country Estates". The project site is rectangular shaped and approximately 1.20
gross acres and 1. 11 -net acres. It slopes up from Steeplechase Lane to the rear property
line. An existing access driveway traverses the front portion of the project site behind the
proposed 30 -foot front setback. The access driveway is utilized as a non-exclusive
easement and traverses Lots 51 through 57. This- access- driveway will abut the
proposed driveway for the project site. A recreational and equestrian use easement
located within,the rear portion of the project site was deleted in its entirety in April 1990.
(b) The project site has a General Plan land use designation of Rural Residential (RR).
(c) The project site is within the Single Family Residence -Minimum Lot Size -2-0,000
Square Feet (R-1-20,000) Zone.
(d) Generally, the following zone surround the project site: to the north, south, east and
(e) The Application request is to construct a three-story (two stories and a basement)
single-family with a three car garage and balconies totaling to approximately
11,560 square feet. The request also includes a swimming pool/spa, gazebo,
fountain and retaining walls with a maximum 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).
Tract Map No. 30289 was approved by Los Angeles County prior to the
City of Diamond Bar's incorporation and sited for residential
development, knowing that Lot 54 would eventually be developed with a
single family residence.
On July 25, 1995, the City adopted its General Plan. Although the Tract
was established prior to the General Plan's adoption, it complies with the
General Plan land use designation of RR -Maximum I DU/AC since the
project site is 120 gross acres. Additionally, the proposed project
complies with the General Plan objectives and strategies and the City's
Design Guidelines related to maintaining the integrity of -residential
neighborhoods and open space. Furthermore, the proposed project is
(g) The design and layout of the proposed development will not interfere with
the use and enjoyment of neighboring existing or future development and
The project site was planned for the eventual developed of a single-
family residence through the Tract's original approval. The proposed
project is a single-family residence, which is consistent with single family
residences established within "The Country Estates". As such, the
proposed single family residence is not expected to interfere with the use
and enjoyment of neighboring existing or future development. The
proposed single-family residence is not expected to create traffic or
pedestrian hazards because the proposed use was expected in the
future. Steeplechase Lane, a private street, adequately serves the
project site and was established to handle minimum traffic created by this
type of gated residential development. Therefore, the use of a
contemplated single-family residence will not interfere with the use and
(h) 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
The architectural design of the proposed project is Mediterranean. The
architectural design of other residences within "The Country Estates" is
eclectic. Therefore, the proposed project's architectural design is
compatible with other residences within this gated community.
A proposed prominent architectural feature/focal point of the residence is
Coliseum Stone front entry and motor court entrance with Composite
type columns, which is a combination of the Ionic and Corinthian order.
corresponds to the prominent architectural focal points. The window
The proposed.colors are a variation of earth tones. The proposed
materials offer a variety of textures. 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. 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,
(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
'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
The proposed development will not be detrimental to public health, safety
or welfare or materially injurious (e.g. negative affect on property values
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
(k) The proposed project has been reviewed in compliance with the provisions
The environmental evaluation shows that the proposed project is
categorically exempt pursuant to the provisions of the California
Based on the findings and conclusions set forth above, the Planning
(a) The project shall substantially conform to site plan, grading plan, floor plan,
collectively labeled as Exhibit "A" dated July 11, 2000 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 for the City's review and approval. The approved
landscaping and irrigation shall be installed prior to final inspection or Certificate
of Occupancy issuance.
(d) Prior to construction, the applicant shall install temporary construction fencing
pursuant to the building and Safety Division's requirements along the project
perimeter.
1- 7 (e) The single-family residence shall not be utilized in a manner that creates adverse effects (Le,
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.
(f) 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) Cut and fill quantities with calculations; (2) Existing and proposed topography;
(3) Flow lines and drainage/drainage outlets; (4) Finish surface and finished grade;
(5) Grading plan shall be signed/stamped by a civil engineer, geotechnical
engineer and geologist, as required;
(6) Exportation site; and (7) All easements.
(g) Prior to issuance of any City permits, the applicant shall submit a soils report for the
City's review and approval. Said soils report shall:
(1) Incorporate the suitability and stability of all retaining walls to withstand pressure of
the retained soil and surcharge created by the proposed loads; and
(2) Incorporate the scope of the proposed development and appropriate
recommendations for the project's construction and shared access;
(h) The applicant shall re -construct their portion of the access driveway that traverses
the project site, pursuant to the design recommendations within the soils report
and to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
(i) Prior to the commencement of any grading activities, the applicant shall provide the
City with a defined access route for construction vehicles to and from
Steeplechase Lane. The applicant shall provide an assessment of the access
roadway condition to the City Engineer. Prior to final occupancy, the roadway
condition shall be re -assessed and the applicant shall repair any damage to the
roadway, as a result of construction activities. On an ongoing as needed basis,
the applicant shall repair damage that may occur to the shared access driveway
during construction, according to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
Prior to the issuance of any City permits, the applicant shall submit a proper
drainage plan indicating details and sections for the City's review and approval.
(k) Prior to the issuance of any City permits, the applicant shall submit a retaining wall plan for
the City's review and approval. The retaining wall plan shall delineate the following:
(1) Sections drawn to scale with the appropriate details;
(2) Top of wall, finished surface, bottom of wall and top of footing; (3) Type of
retaining wall;
(4) Calculations; and
(5) Retaining walls shall be subject to the City's I-Ellside- Management.
(1) 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.
(m) Applicant shall obtain a Rough Grade and Fine Grade Certification prior to the
(n) Slope of the proposed driveway shall not exceed 15 percent and shall obtain Fire Department
approval.
(o) The applicant shall be responsible for sewer connection and shall ensure connection with Los
Angeles County Department of Public Works and the Sanitation District.
(p) The proposed residence shall comply with the State Energy Conservation
(q) Surface water shall drain away from the proposed residence at a two -percent
(r) 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.
(s) Plans shall conform to State and Local Building Code (i.e., 1997 Uniform Building
Code, Uniform Plumbing Code, Uniform Mechanical Code, and the 1996
National Electrical Code) -requirements.
(0 Construction plans shall be engineered to meet wind loads of 80 M.P.H. with a "C"
exposure.
(u) 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.
(v) 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 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 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.
(x) If the Department of Fish and Game determines that Fish and Game Cock 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
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 Gaine any such fee and any fine which the "N!
Department determines to be owed.
The Planning Commission
(a) Certify to the adoption of this Resolution; and
(b) Forthwith transmit a certified copy of this Resolution, by certified mail, to: Palazzo
Inc., P.O. Box 5170, Diamond Bar, CA 91765 and An -Chi Lee, 3740 Campus
Drive, #B. Newport Beach, CA 92660.
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BY: Steve Nelson, Chairman
L 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 8th day of August, 2000, by the following
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN: James DeSte— o,
Secretary
ATTEST:
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