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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC 2004-25PLANNING COMMISSION RE A RESOLUTION OF THE PLS DIAMOND BAR APPROVING D CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION, , STORY SINGLE FAMILY DWEL AREA OF APPROXIMATELN PORCHES, BALCONIES, COV GARAGE). THE REQUEST Al VARYING HEIGHTS NOT TO E AND SWIMMING POOL. THE FALCONS VIEW (LOT 26, CALIFORNIA. z4:191 k fff 9-i A. The property owner, lgba Associates have filed an and categorical exemptio Diamond Bar, Los Angele the subject Development to as the "Application." B. On July 2, 2004, public r property owners within a site was posted with a di three public places. On Ju project was provided in tl Daily Bulletin newspaperE N NO. 2004-25 NNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF VELOPMENT REVIEW NO. 2004-06 AND 1 REQUEST TO CONSTRUCT A THREE - LING CONTAINING A COMBINED FLOOR 13,441 SQUARE FEET (INCLUDING :RED PATIOS, VERANDA, AND A 4 -CAR .SO INCLUDES RETAINING WALLS OF (CEED AN EXPOSED HEIGHT OF 8 FEET PROJECT SITE IS LOCATED AT 24074 -RACT NO. 30577), DIAMOND BAR, and Fatima Vakil and the applicant, Syed Raza pplication for Development Review No. 2004-06 i for a property located at 24074 Falcons View, County, California. Hereinafter in this Resolution, :eview and categorical exemption shall be referred earing notices were mailed to approximately 31 500 -foot radius of the project site and the project splay board and the public notice was posted in y 2, 2004, notification of the public hearing for this ie San Gabriel Valley Tribune and Inland Valley C. On July 13, 2004, the Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar conducted and concluded a duly noticed public hearing on the Application. RESOLUTION NOW, THEREFORE, it is found, determined and resolved by the Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar as follows: A. This Planning Commission hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals, Part 4, of this Resolution are true and correct. B. The Planning Commissio hereby finds that the project identified above in this Resolution is categorically exempt pursuant to Section 15303 (a) of the California Environmentaluality Act (CEQA) and guidelines promulgated thereunder. Furthermore, t e categorical exemption reflects the independent judgment of the City of Dia and Bar. C. 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 setforth in the application, there is no evidence before this Planni ig Commission that the project proposed herein will have the potential of an adverse effect on wild life resources or the habitat upon which the wild ife depends. Based upon substantial evidence, this Planning Commission ereby rebuts the presumption of adverse effects contained in Section 753. (d) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations. D. Based on the findings a Commission hereby finds The project site is No. 30577) within a Estates". The projec to the rear property I is approximately 1.2 Map also indicates c northwesterly cornea construction is propc conclusions set forth herein, this Planning follows. 1cated at 24074 Falcons View (Lot 26, Tract gated community identified as "The Country site is a long rectangle shape sloping downward ie. According to the Tract map, the project site gross acres (52,707 square feet), The Tract i approximate 4,791 square foot portion at the of the lot as within a restricted use area. No ;ed within this area. 2. The project site has�a General Plan land use designation of Rural Residential (RR) Ma imum 1 DU/AC, 3. The project site is wi hin the Single Family Residence -Minimum Lot Size 40,000 Square Feet (R-1-40,000) Zone interpreted as Rural Residential (RR) Zone. 4. Generally, the followng zones and use surround the project site: to the north, south, eastand west is the R-1-40,000 Zone. - 5. The Application req dwelling containing square feet (includin and a 4 -car garage; varying heights not swimming pool. lest is to construct a three-story single-family combined floor area of approximately 13,441 porches, balconies, covered patios, veranda The request also includes retaining walls of to exceed exposed height of eight feet and E. Development Review In accordance with Sectio Diamond Bar Developmen, following findings have bee of the recommended condit site and building improvem 1. The design and la, the General Plan, design guidelines, theme areas, spec developments). in 22.48.040 (Findings and Decision) of the Code, the Planning Commission finds that the i justified and upheld in the affirmative because ons of approval regarding operating procedures, ants and on and off-site safety measures: t of the proposed development is consistent with ✓elopment standards of the applicable district, J architectural criteria for specialized area (e.g., plans, community plans, boulevards, or planned The project site is an existing developed single-family residential estate parcel of land located in the developed "County Estates': On July 25, 1995, the City adopted its General Plan, and the proposed project complies with the General Plan land use goals, objectives and strategies. The project site is single-family resider consistent with the ( and not degrade th conditioned within the height requirements project is not unusua other development w project complies with the City's Design Gt residential neighbor proposed project will construction materia architectural style, c( Country Estates". vacant infill lot site for the development of a ;e. The proposed project as conditioned is eneral Plan in that it will maintain the integrity residential area. The proposed project, as resolution, will maintain the required setbacks, and lot coverage provisions. The proposed For "The Country Estates" and is consistent with Nn this community. As a result, the proposed he General Plan objectives and strategies and defines related to maintaining the integrity of oods and open space. Furthermore, the 7aintain an architectural style (French Villa) and s, which are compatible with the eclectic ors, and material of other homes within 'The 2. The design and layou of the proposed development will not interfere with the use and enjoyment of neighboring existing or future development, and will not create traffic or pedestrian hazards. The project site is an existing vacant single-family residential estate parcel of land sur unded by existing developed residential development of the same proposed size and intensity. Therefore, the proposed project Kill compliment the development of the neighborhood. Additi nally, Falcons View adequately serves the project site and wasestablished to handle minimum traffic created by 3 this type of development Furthermore, this street and all other streets within "The Country Estates" are private streets managed and maintained by the homeowners association within this gated community. 3. 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 is consistent with the surrounding development in terms of mass and scale. Furthermore, the project meets or exceeds the City's Development Review Standards, City Design Guidelines and City's General Plan policies. As a result, the proposed project will maintar the harmonious, orderly and attractive development contemplated by Chapter 22.48 Development Review Standards, City Des 4n Guidelines, and the City's General Plan. There is no applicable specific plan for this area. 4. The design of the p posed development will provide a desirable environment for its occupants and visiting public, as well as its neighbors, through g d aesthetic use of materials, texture, and color that will remain aestho itically appealing. The "French Villa"deign proposes the use of a variety of compatible building materials an earth tone colors to soften the home's impact and assist in preservi g the hillside's aesthetic value. 5. The proposed projeci will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare or materially injurious (e.g., negative affect on property values orresale(s) of property) to the properties or improvements in the vicinity, Before the issuance of City development permits, the proposed project is required to comply with all conditions set forth in this resolution and the Building and Safety Division, Public Works Division, and Fire Department requirements. The referenced agencies through the ermit and inspection process will ensure that the proposed project will not be detrimental to the public health, safety or welfare nor will it be materially injurious to the properties or improvements in the vicinity. 6. The proposed project has been reviewed in compliance with the provisions of the Calif rnia Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). I4 The environmental Categorically Exem Environmental Qual Class 3 (a) (New C The categorical exe City of Diamond Bay evaluation shows that the proposed project is of pursuant to the guidelines of the California �tyAct of 1970 (CEQA), Article 19, Section 15303 instruction or Conversion of Small Structure). , mption reflects the independent judgment of the F. Based on the findings and conclusions set forth above, the Planning Commission hereby appr ves the Application subject to the following conditions: The project shall elevations, Ian( materials/colors b, to the Planning { herein. 2. The site shall be m both during and afte the entitlement gran refuse, whether Buri only by the property contractor, who has transportation, and commercial, constru be the applicant's ob has obtained permit: services. 3. The applicant shall k plan for the entire si color, size, quantity The plan shall provi flowering plants, and be utilized to screen shall be installed uric 4. Maximum height of finish grade at any E the roofline. stantially conform to site plan, floor plans, )e/irrigation plan, grading plan and collectively labeled as Exhibit "A" as presented nission on July 13, 2004 and as amended intained in a condition, which is free of debris the construction, addition, or implementation of ad herein. The removal of all trash, debris, and ig or subsequent to construction shall be done caner, the applicant or by a duly permitted waste een authorized by the City to provide collection, disposal of solid waste from residential, tion, and industrial areas within the City. It shall gation to insure that the waste contractor utilized from the City of Diamond Bar to provide such required to submit a final landscape/irrigation that delineates the type of planting materials id location, for the City's review and approval. L, for a variety of grasses and ground cover, hrubs and trees. Said plant materials shall also I retaining walls. All landscaping and irrigation to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy. residence shall not exceed 35 feet from the rior wall of the structure to the highest point of 5. The single-family residence shall not be utilized in a manner that creates adverse effects upon the neighborhood and environmental setting as to levels of dust, glare/light, noise, odor, traffic, or other similar types of disturbances. Nor shall the project be operated so as to result in significantly adverse effects on public services and 5 resources. The s ngle-family residence shall not be used for commercial/institutional purposes, or otherwise used as a separate dwelling. The property shall not be used for regular gatherings which result in a nuisance or which create traffic and parking problems in the neighborhood. 6. The owners shall complete and record a "Covenant and Agreement to Maintain a Single Fa ily Residence" on a form to be provided by the City. The covenant shall be completed and recorded with the Los Angeles County's Recorder's Office prior to the issuance of a building permit. 7. The exposed faces of the retaining walls shall not exceed a maximum height of eight feet ar d have a decorative finish to match the building design, and be heave y landscaped for added aesthetics. Walls and structures within the 30 foot front yard setback shall not exceed an exposed height of 42 inches. B. The width of the circu ar portion of the driveway shall be reduced to a maximum of twelve feet. Prior to plan check submittal, the applicant shall submit a revised grading and site plan that delineated twelve foot wide driveway for the City's review and approval. 9. All construction active shall be in conformity with the requirements and limitations of the City of Diamond Bar Municipal Code as implemented by the E uilding and Safety Division. 10. 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. The Applicant shall provide temporary sanitation facilities while under construction. 11. The single-family s Code, California PI California Electrical 12. The minimum design "C" exposure. 13. The single-family stru the following requiren are shall meet the 2001 California Building ng Code, California Mechanical Code, and e requirements. pressure shall be 80 miles per hour and re is located in "Fire Zone 4" and shall meet is of that fire zone: a. 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 memo rs under the fire; 2 I All enclosed �nder-floor areas shall be constructed as exterior walls; C. All openings into the attic, floor, and/or other enclosed areas shall be covered with corrosion -resistant wire mesh not less than 1/a inch nor more than Y2 inch in any dimension except where such openings are equipped with sash or door. 14. This single-family structure shall meet the State Energy Conservation Standards. 15. Retaining wall perm! {s shall be obtained from the Building and Safety Division. 16. The applicant shall comply with the requirements of the City Engineer and Public Works Divisions. 17. Prior to the issuance of any City permits, the applicant shall be required to submit a final grading plan and soils report for the City's Public Works and Building Division review and approval. The preparation of the site and the construction of the proposed structures shall be in compliance with the recommendations set forth in such soils report. 18. 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 con 7orm to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) standards and incorporate the appropriate Best Management Practices (BMP's) to satisfy the Standard Urban Stormwater Mitigation Pian (SUSMP) requirements. SUSMP provisions shall be p epared and submitted as part of the grading plans. Further details n SUSMP requirements shall be obtained from the Public Works/Engineering Division. 19. Drainage patterns and techniques shall be reviewed and approved by the Public Works Division prior to any permit issuance; surface water shall drain away from the building at a 2% minimum slope. 20. The applicant shall su mit a precise grading plan for 50 cubic yards or more of earthwork prior to the issuance of any City permits. The grading plan shall be prepared by a civil engineer, licensed by the state of California, in accordance with the City's grading requirements for the City's review nd approval. The precise grading plan shall delineate the following. 7 (a) Cut and fill qL antities with calculations; (b) Existing and proposed topography; (c) Flow lines and drainage/drainage outlets and hydrology calculations ,howing the capacity of proposed drainage devices as well as exiting drainage devices on site; and (d) Finish surface and finished grade of all walls/retaining walls and retaining wail calculations. 21. Prior to the issuance of any City permits, the proposed construction plans shall be submitted to the Fire Department for review and approval. 22. Applicant shall make application to the water purveyor as necessary, and shall submit the evidence of their approval to the Planning Division prior to the issuance of any City permits. 23. Prior to the issuance of any City permits, the applicant shall make an application for sewer connection with the Los Angeles County Department of Public Works and the Sanitation District. 24. All utility service to the proposed project shall be installed underground. 25. In accordance with the Department of Fish and Game Section 711.4, 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. 26. This entitlement is w construction shall cc shall automatically e; when submitted to t expiration date. Th extension request at Chapter 22.72 of the 27. This entitlement shal permittee and owner permittee) have filed, the City of Diamond Department, their affic accept all the conditic become effective un processing fees. d for two (2) years and shall be exercised (i.e. imence) within that period or this entitlement ire. A one (1) year extension may be approved City in writing at least 60 days prior to the Planning Commission may consider the duly noticed public hearing in accordance with ,ity of Diamond Bar Development Code. not be effective for any purpose until the of the property involved (if other than the vithin fifteen (15) days of the approval date, at Bar Community and Development Services avit stating that they are aware and agree to ns of this grant. Further, this grant shall not V the permittee pays any remaining City E G. The Planning Commission shall: (a) Certify to the adoption of this Resolution; and (b) Forthwith transmit a certified copy of this Resolution, by certified mai to Iqbal and Fatima Vakil, 22230 Steeplechase Lane, Diamond Bar, CA 91765 and Syed Raza Associates, 12600 Central Avenue, Chino, CA 91710 APPROVED AND ADOP' PLANNING COMMISSION OF TjH Cl Dan Nolan, THIS THE 13TH DAY OF JULY 2004, BY THE OF DIAMOND BAR. hairman I, James DeStefano, Planning Commiss on 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 13th of July 2004, by the following vote: AYES: Commissioners: McManus, Tye, WC Tanaka, C/Nolan NOES: ABSENT: Commission r: Low ABSTAIN: ATTEST: James D, Stefano, Secretary 9 PLANNII RESOLU G COMMISSION 'ION NO. 2004-25 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR APPROVING DEVELOPMENT REVIEW NO. 2004-06 AND CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION, REQUEST TO CONSTRUCT A THREE- STORY SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING CONTAINING A COMBINED FLOOR AREA OF APPROXIMATELY PORCHES, BALCONIES, COVI GARAGE). THE REQUEST Al VARYING HEIGHTS NOT TO E; AND SWIMMING POOL. THE FALCONS VIEW (LOT 26, CALIFORNIA. 13,441 SQUARE FEET (INCLUDING ERED PATIOS, VERANDA, AND A 4 -CAR _SO INCLUDES RETAINING WALLS OF KCEED AN EXPOSED HEIGHT OF 8 FEET PROJECT SITE IS LOCATED AT 24074 TRACT NO. 30577), DIAMOND BAR, 1. RECITALS A. The property owner, Igbal and Fatima Vakil and the applicant, Syed Raza Associates have filed an application for Development Review No. 2004-06 and categorical exemptio for a property located at 24074 Falcons View, Diamond Bar, Los Angeles County, California. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Development Review and categorical exemption shall be referred to as the "Application." B. On July 2, 2004, public hearing notices were mailed to approximately 31 property owners within a 500 -foot radius of the project site and the project site was posted with a di play board and the public notice was posted in three public places. On Ju y 2, 2004, notification of the public hearing for this project was provided in the San Gabriel Valley Tribune and Inland Valley Daily Bulletin newspapers. C. On July 13, 2004, the Pllh nning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar conducted and concluded a duly noticed public hearing on the Application. II. RESOLUTION NOW, THEREFORE, it is found, determined and resolved by the Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar as follows: A. This Planning Commission hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals, Part , of this Resolution are true and correct. B. The Planning Commission hereby finds that the project identified above in this Resolution is categorically exempt pursuant to Section 15303 (a) of the California Environmental C thereunder. Furthermore, tl judgment of the City of Dia uality Act (CEQA) and guidelines promulgated e categorical exemption reflects the independent nond Bar. C. The Planning Commission hereby specifically finds and determines that, having considered the rec rd as a whole including the findings set forth below, and changes and al erations which have been incorporated into and conditioned upon the propo ed project set forth in the application, there is no evidence before this Planni g Commission that the project proposed herein will have the potential of n adverse effect on wild life resources or the habitat upon which the wild ife depends. Based upon substantial evidence, this Planning Commission ereby rebuts the presumption of adverse effects contained in Section 753. 5 (d) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations. D. Based on the findings and conclusions set forth herein, this Planning Commission hereby finds as follows: 1. The project site is I cated at 24074 Falcons View (Lot 26, Tract No. 30577) within a gated community identified as "The Country Estates". The projec site is a long rectangle shape sloping downward to the rear property line. According to the Tract map, the project site is approximately 1.2 Map also indicates northwesterly corne construction is prop I gross acres (52,707 square feet). The Tract n approximate 4,791 square foot portion at the of the lot as within a restricted use area. No sed within this area. 2. The project site has Residential (RR) Ma 3. The project site is wi Size 40,000 Square Residential (RR) Zor a General Plan land use designation of Rural imum 1 DU/AC. Thin the Single Family Residence -Minimum Lot Feet (R-1-40,000) Zone interpreted as Rural e. 4. Generally, the following zones and use surround the project site: to the north, south, eas 5. The Application reqt dwelling containing e square feet (includin and a 4 -car garage) varying heights not swimming pool. and west is the R-1-40,000 Zone. est is to construct a three-story single-family combined floor area of approximately 13,441 t porches, balconies, covered patios, veranda The request also includes retaining walls of io exceed exposed height of eight feet and 12 E. Development Review In accordance with Secti n 22.48.040 (Findings and Decision) of the Diamond Bar Developmen Code, the Planning Commission finds that the following findings have bee justified and upheld in the affirmative because of the recommended condit ons of approval regarding operating procedures, site and building improvem nts and on and off-site safety measures: 1 The design and layo t of the proposed development is consistent with the General Plan, d velopment standards of the applicable district, design guidelines, and architectural criteria for specialized area (e.g., theme areas, specifi plans, community plans, boulevards, or planned developments). The project site is n existing developed single-family residential estate parcel of land located in the developed "County Estates" On July 25, 1995, the C ty adopted its General Plan, and the proposed project complies with the General Plan land use goals, objectives and strategies. The project site is a vacant infill lot site for the development of a single-family reside e. The proposed project as conditioned is consistent with the eneral Plan in that it will maintain the integrity and not degrade th residential area. The proposed project, as conditioned within thi resolution, will maintain the required setbacks, height requirements and lot coverage provisions. The proposed project is not unusual for'The Country Estates" and is consistent with other development w thin this community. As a result, the proposed project complies with he General Plan objectives and strategies and the City's Design G 'defines related to maintaining the integrity of residential neighborhoods and open space. Furthermore, the proposed project will aintain an architectural style (French Villa) and construction materia s, which are compatible with the eclectic architectural style, c ors, and material of other homes within "The Country Estates". 2. The design and layou of the proposed development will not interfere with the use and enjoyment of neighboring existing or future development, and will not create traffic or pedestrian hazards. The project site is an i parcel of land surr development of the sa proposed project m neighborhood. Additi( project site and was e„ 1xisting vacant single -family residential estate )unded by existing developed residential ne proposed size and intensity. Therefore, the ill compliment the development of the nally, Falcons View adequately serves the tablished to handle minimum traffic created by this type of develoF streets within "The C maintained by the community. 3. The architectural de! with the characteris maintain the harm contemplated by Cl Guidelines, or any al ment. Furthermore, this street and all other ountry Estates" are private streets managed and homeowners association within this gated ign of the proposed development is compatible ics of the surrounding neighborhood and will mious, orderly and attractive development apter 22.48, the General Plan, City Design plicable specific plan. 0 is consistent with the surrounding development id scale. Furthermore, the project meets or evelopment Review Standards, City Design General Plan policies. As a result, the proposed rj the harmonious, orderly and attractive The proposed projec in terms of mass a exceeds the City's Guidelines and City's project will maintai development contemlated by Chapter 22.48 Development Review Standards, City Des gn Guidelines, and the City's General Plan. There is no applicable specific plan for this area. 4. The design of the pi environment for its neighbors, through g a that will remain aesth :posed development will provide a desirable ccupants and visiting public, as well as its nd aesthetic use of materials, texture, and color tically appealing. m The "French Villa" degn proposes the use of a variety of compatible building materials and earth tone colors to soften the home's impact and assist in preserve g the hillside's aesthetic value. 5. The proposed projec will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare or materially injurious (e.g., negative affect on property values or esale(s) of property) to the properties or improvements in the vicinity. Before the issuance of City development permits, the proposed project is required to comply with all conditions set forth in this resolution and the Building and Safety Division, Public Works Division, and Fire epart ment requirements. The referenced agencies through the ermit and inspection process will ensure that the proposed project II not be detrimental to the public health, safety or welfare nor will it be materially injurious to the properties or improvements in the vcinity. 6. The proposed project) has been reviewed in compliance with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The environmental Categorically Exerr Environmental Qua Class 3 (a) (New C The categorical exe City of Diamond Ba evaluation shows that the proposed project is of pursuant to the guidelines of the California tyAct of 1970 (CEQA), Article 19, Section 15303 instruction or Conversion of Small Structure). , mption reflects the independent judgment of the F. Based on the findings and conclusions set forth above, the Planning Commission hereby approves the Application subject to the following conditions: 1. The project shall substantially conform to site plan, floor plans, elevations, landsc materials/colors boa to the Planning Co herein. ape/irrigation plan, grading plan and 2. 3. The site shall be mi both during and after the entitlement grans refuse, whether durf only by the property c contractor, who has I transportation, and commercial, constru be the applicant's ob has obtained permit services. d collectively labeled as Exhibit "A" as presented mission on July 13, 2004 and as amended tintained in a condition, which is free of debris the construction, addition, or implementation of ed herein. The removal of all trash, debris, and ig or subsequent to construction shall be done pwner, the applicant or by a duly permitted waste been authorized by the City to provide collection, disposal of solid waste from residential, tion, and industrial areas within the City. It shall igation to insure that the waste contractor utilized from the City of Diamond Bar to provide such The applicant shall b plan for the entire si color, size, quantity The plan shall provi flowering plants, and be utilized to screen shall be installed prio required to submit a final landscape/irrigation a that delineates the type of planting materials rid location, for the City's review and approval. a for a variety of grasses and ground cover, shrubs and trees. Said plant materials shall also II retaining walls. All landscaping and irrigation to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy. 4. Maximum height of the residence shall not exceed 35 feet from the finish grade at any ex erior wall of the structure to the highest point of the roofline. 5. The single-family res creates adverse effec setting as to levels o similar types of distur to result in significa idence shall not be utilized in a manner that Is upon the neighborhood and environmental f dust, glare/light, noise, odor, traffic, or other bances. Nor shall the project be operated so as fitly adverse effects on public services and 5 resources. The s commercial/institutic dwelling. The propel result in a nuisance neighborhood. All construction activil and limitations of th implemented by the E 6. The owners shall cord Maintain a Single Fa City. The covenant Angeles County's Re permit. 7. The exposed faces of height of eight feet ar design, and be heavi structures within the exposed height of 42 8. The width of the circu maximum of twelve f( shall submit a revise foot wide driveway fo 9. 10. 11. Before construction construction fencing requirements along t remain until the Buildi shall provide tempora ngle-family residence shall not be used for nal purposes, or otherwise used as a separate ty shall not be used for regular gatherings which it which create traffic and parking problems in the plete and record a "Covenant and Agreement to Wily Residence" on a form to be provided by the hall be completed and recorded with the Los order's Office prior to the issuance of a building the retaining walls shall not exceed a maximum d have a decorative finish to match the building y landscaped for added aesthetics. Walls and 30 foot front yard setback shall not exceed an inches. ar portion of the driveway shall be reduced to a et. Prior to plan check submittal, the applicant d grading and site plan that delineated twelve the City's review and approval. y shall be in conformity with the requirements s City of Diamond Bar Municipal Code as uilding and Safety Division. legins, the applicant shall install temporary ursuant to the Building and Safety Division's e project site's perimeter. This fencing shall g Official approves its removal. The Applicant V sanitation facilities while under construction. p The single-family stru Code, California Plurr California Electrical Ci ture shall meet the 2001 California Building bing Code, California Mechanical Code, and )de requirements. 12. The minimum design hrind pressure shall be 80 miles per hour and "C" exposure. 13. The single-family structure is located in "Fire Zone 4" and shall meet the following requirem nts of that fire zone: a. All roof coverin shall be fire st flame or memb 11 shall be "Fire Retardant, Class A"; the roofs pped at the eaves to preclude entry of the rs under the fire; 0 b. All enclosed walls; nder-floor areas shall be constructed as exterior c. All openings Into the attic, floor, and/or other enclosed areas shall be covered with corrosion -resistant wire mesh not less than '/4 inch or more than '/z inch in any dimension except where such openings are equipped with sash or door. 14. This single-family structure shall meet the State Energy Conservation Standards. 15. Retaining wall permits shall be obtained from the Building and Safety Division. 16. The applicant shall o and Public Works Di a 17. Prior to the issuan required to submit a Public Works and preparation of the sits shall be in complian soils report. mply with the requirements of the City Engineer isions. e of any City permits, the applicant shall be final grading plan and soils report for the City's Building Division review and approval. The and the construction of the proposed structures %e with the recommendations set forth in such 18. Before the issuance erosion control plan control plan shall con System (NPDES) st Management Practi c Stormwater Mitigati provisions shall be p plans. Further details the Public Works/En 19. Drainage patterns an the Public Works Divi: shall drain away from 20. The applicant shall su more of earthwork pi grading plan shall be state of California, in e for the City's review delineate the following if any City permits, the applicant shall submit an or the City's review and approval. The erosion :orm to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination indards and incorporate the appropriate Best es (BMP's) to satisfy the Standard Urban on Plan (SUSMP) requirements. SUSMP epared and submitted as part of the grading On SUSMP requirements shall be obtained from sneering Division. techniques shall be reviewed and approved by ion prior to any permit issuance; surface water the building at a 2% minimum slope. c )mit a precise grading plan for 50 cubic yards or for to the issuance of any City permits. The prepared by a civil engineer, licensed by the ccordance with the City's grading requirements ind approval. The precise grading plan shall 7 (a) Cut and fill qi (b) Existing and (c) Flow lines i calculations devices as w (d) Finish surfac and retaining 21. Prior to the issuance plans shall be sub approval. antities with calculations; proposed topography; nd drainage/drainage outlets and hydrology Showing the capacity of proposed drainage tll as exiting drainage devices on site; and and finished grade of all walls/retaining walls wall calculations. of any City permits, the proposed construction itted to the Fire Department for review and 22. Applicant shall make application to the water purveyor as necessary, and shall submit th evidence of their approval to the Planning Division prior to the issuance of any City permits. 23. Prior to the issuance application for sew Department of Publi of any City permits, the applicant shall make an r connection with the Los Angeles County Works and the Sanitation District. 24. All utility service to the proposed project shall be installed underground. 25. In accordance with th Department of Fish and Game Section 711.4, the applicant shall remit to the City, within five days of this grant's approval, a cashier's 4heck of $25.00 for a documentary handling fee in connection with Fish and Game Code requirements. 26. This entitlement is valid for two (2) years and shall be exercised (i.e. construction shall co mence) within that period or this entitlement shall automatically ex ire. A one (1) year extension may be approved when submitted to th City in writing at least 60 days prior to the expiration date. Th Planning Commission may consider the extension request at a [duly noticed public hearing in accordance with Chapter 22.72 of the (pity of Diamond Bar Development Code. 27. This entitlement shat not be effective for any purpose until the permittee and owner of the property involved (if other than the permittee) have filed, ether fifteen (15) days of the approval date, at the City of Diamond Bar Community and Development Services Department, their affi avit stating that they are aware and agree to accept all the cordite ns of this grant. Further, this grant shall not become effective un it the permittee pays any remaining City processing fees. G. The Planning Commission} shall: (a) Certify to the (b) Forthwith to certified mai Lane, Diamr 12600 Centr APPROVED AND ADOP ED THIS THE 13TH DAY OF JULY 2004, BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF TJ CITY OF DIAMOND BAR. By: , OA4 f Dan Nolan, Chairman adoption of this Resolution; and nsmit a certified copy of this Resolution, by to Igbal and Fatima Vakil, 22230 Steeplechase nd Bar, CA 91765 and Syed Raza Associates, it Avenue, Chino, CA 91710 D I, James DeStefano, Planning Commiss on 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 13th of July 2004, by the following vote: AYES: Commission NOES: ABSENT: Commission ABSTAIN: ATTEST: rs: McManus, Tye, V/C Tanaka, C/Nolan r: Low James DeStefano, Secretary 9