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RESOI
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLS
DIAMOND BAR APPROVINC
A REQUEST TO CONSTRi
RESIDENCE WITH BALCON
GARAGE TOTALING TO Al
AND A RETAINING WALL W
SIX FEET. THE PROJECT
DRIVE (LOT 7, TRACT 5031
A. RECITALS
3 COMMISSION
ON NO. 2004-28
NNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
DEVELOPMENT REVIEW NO. 2004-20,
ICT A TWO-STORY SINGLE-FAMILY
ES, PATIO AND ATTACHED FOUR CAR
PROXIMATELY 9,333 SQUARE FEET
rH A MAXIMUM EXPOSED HEIGHT OF
ITE IS LOCATED AT 3119 WINDMILL
), DIAMOND BAR, CALIFORNIA.
The property owner, Wind ill Estates, LLC, and applicant, Richard Gould,
have filed an application for Development Review No. 2004-20, for a
property located at 3119 Windmill Drive, Diamond Bar, Los Angeles County,
California, as described in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this
Resolution, the subject D velopment Review shall be referred to as the
"Application."
2. On June 15, 2004, 52 property owners within a 500 -foot radius of the project
site were notified by mail arid a notice of public hearing on a display board
was posted at the project site and displayed at least 10 days before the
public hearing. On June 25, 2004, three sites were posted within the vicinity
of the application. On June 29, 2004, notification of the public hearing for
this project was made in th San Gabriel Valley Tribune and Inland Valley
Daily Bulletin newspapers.
3. On July 13, 2004, the Pla ning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar
conducted and concluded a duly noticed public hearing on the Application.
B. RESOLUTION
NOW, THEREFORE, it is found determined and resolved by the Planning
Commission of the City of Diamond Bar as follows:
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 consistent with the previously certified Master
Environmental Impact Report No. 97-1 for Tract No. 50314 according to the
California Environmental Quality Act of 1970 (CEOA) and guidelines
promulgated thereunder, p
California Code of Regulatic
3. The Planning Commission
having considered the rec
below, and changes and all
conditioned upon the propo
evidence before the Plannii
will have the potential of
habitat upon which the wildl
the Planning Commission h
contained in Section 753,
Regulations.
4. Based upon the findings
Commission, hereby finds
(a) The project site is Ic
California. The projec
subdivision with gradc
on February 3, 1998.
The rectangular sha
balance of the lot sic
slope, drainage and rr
feet utility easement a
for access and street
sewer purposes. The
buildable pad area uti
the lower pad is .29 ac
residence will remain
expanded on the north
garage perpendicular
irsuant to Section 15162(a) of Article 11 of the
ns. No further environment review is necessary.
hereby specifically finds and determines that,
ird as a whole including the findings set forth
;rations which have been incorporated into and
,ed project set forth in the application, there is no
g Commission that the project proposed herein
i. adverse effect on wild life resources or the
fe depends. Based upon substantial evidence,
�reby rebuts the presumption of adverse effects
i (d) of Title 14 of the California Code of
I conclusions set forth herein, the Planning
follows:
cated at 3119 Windmill Drive, Diamond Bar,
site is the vacant Lot 7 of Tract 50314, a 15 -lot
!d buildable pads approved by the City Council
Tract 50314 is adjacent to the Country Estates.
}ed lot has two flat buildable pads and the
yes downward to the canyon and is part of a
aintenance easement. There is a sewer and 30
t the front of the lot. There are also easements
purposes and an easement for sanitary and
lot is approximately 1.21 gross acres and the
ized for the single family residence is .34 and
res. The pad area utilized for the single family
the same size except for 10 feet that will be
side to provide for proper back out area for the
o the street.
(b) The property contains protected/preserved trees, located outside of
the buildable pad located at the front, north side and the rear
downward sloping side of the property. Those trees include California
Black Walnuts, Sugar Gums, Mondell Pines, Coast Live Oaks, Scrub
Oaks and Mexican EI erberries.
(c) The property contains
the buildable pad.
rved trees, located outside of
(d) The project site is zone Single Family Residential -Minimum Lot Size
40,000 Square Feet R-1-40,000). Its General Plan Land Use
designation is Rural R sidential (RR), Maximum 1 DU/AC.
(e) Generally, the following zones surround the subject site: to the north,
south and east is 1-40,000; and R-1-8,000 to the west.
(f) The application is
residence with bale
9,333 square feet
height of six (6) fey
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request to construct a two-story, single-family
!ies and four car garage totaling to approximately
I a site retaining wall with a maximum exposed
(e) The design and lay ut of the proposed development are consistent
with the General Plan, development standards of the applicable
district, design gui elines, and architectural criteria for specialized
area (e.g., theme ar as, specific plans, community plans, boulevards,
or planned develop Inents.
The General Plan was adopted on July 25, 1995, and the Final Tract
Map No. 50314 was approved on April 18, 2002. The proposed
project complies with the City's General Plan objectives and strategies
related to maintaining density, the integrity of residential
neighborhoods and open space, and the City's Design Guidelines.
The project is Consistent with the Tract Map's Development
Standards. Furthern iore, the proposed project is compatible with the
eclectic architectural style and design, materials, and colors of
existing homes within the surrounding area. There is no specific or
additional community planned development for the site.
(f) The design and layo t of the proposed development will not interfere
with the use and enjoyment of neighboring existing or future
development will not create traffic or pedestrian hazards.
Tract Map No. 5031 Master Environmental Impact Report No. 97-1,
certified by the Ci , addresses the design and layout of the
neighborhood as we I as the flow of pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
The project site is an undeveloped lot within an approved tract
designed for single -f mily homes.
Windmill Drive and ccess roads in the vicinity, Wagon Train Lane
and Steeplechase Lane, adequately serve the project site. These
private streets are d signed to handle minimum traffic created by
residential development. Therefore, the use of a single-family
residence will not inte ere with the use and enjoyment of neighboring
existing or future de elopment will not create traffic or pedestrian
hazards.
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(g) The architectural design of the proposed development is compatible
with the characteristics of the surrounding neighborhood and will
maintain and enhance the harmonious, orderly and attractive
development conter iplated by Chapter 22.48, the General Plan, City
Design Guidelines, or any applicable specific plan.
The project's architectural features include a two story portico%ntry
with columns and rch detail which is also used for the window
treatment at the gar ige wing; rear balcony with wrought iron railing,
and stucco exterior with stucco details of cornice and window
treatments for stylin . These features and the varying tile rooflines
add texture and contrast.
The proposed mate als/colors board was compared with previously
approved boards in e vicinity. The combinations of off-white, beige
and stone palette and the building's architecture blend into the overall
streetscape nicely. The selected materials and colors are consistent
and the style is compatible with the eclectic architectural style of other
homes in neighborin Tract 48487,47850 and 50314, and the Country
Estates, yet allow variation in the overall palette and textures.
Therefore, the proposed project is consistent with and will maintain
and enhance the harmonious, orderly and attractive development
contemplated by Cha pter 22.48, the General Plan, City Design
Guidelines. There is o applicable specific plan.
(h) The design of the p oposed 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.
As referenced in the above findings, colors, materials, and textures
proposed are complimentary to the existing homes within the area
while offering variety and low levels of maintenance. Therefore, the
proposed project MY provide a desirable environment for its
occupants and visitin public, as well as its neighbors, through good
aesthetic use of materials, texture, and color that will remain
aesthetically appeals g. Additionally, a Covenant and Agreement is
required and runs wit the land to maintain a single-family residence.
(s) The proposed project 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.
Structural plan check,) City permits, and inspections, soils report and
Fire Department ap ovals, are required for construction. These
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processes 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.
Additionally, the to in in the vicinity of Windmill Drive is hilly. The
subject site is at the middle of the tract and at a lower elevation than
its northerly neighbors are. By maintaining the allowed height
requirements, the p oposed residential structure allows view corridors
for the neighboring properties. Therefore, the proposed residence will
not be significantly detrimental with respect to view blockage impact.
(j) The proposed project has been reviewed in compliance with the
provisions of the C lifornia Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
The environmental evaluation shows that the proposed project is
consistent with the previously certified Master Environmental Impact
Report No. 97-1 for Tact Map Nos. 50314 according to the California
Environmental Quality Act of 1970 (CEQA) and guidelines
promulgated thereunder, pursuant to Section 15162(a) of Article 11 of
the California Code f Regulation. No further environmental review is
necessary.
5. Based upon the findings aid
conclusion set forth above, the Deputy City
Manager hereby approves t
is Application subject to the following conditions:
(a) The project shall substantially
conform to site plan, floor plans,
elevations, and m
terials/colors board collectively labeled as
Exhibit "A" dated Ju
y 7, 2004, as submitted and approved by the
Planning Commission,
and as amended herein.
(b) The subject site sh
11 be maintained in a condition that is free of
debris both durinc
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
ontractor, who has been authorized by the City
to provide collection,
transportation, and disposal of solid waste from
residential, commerc
al, construction, and industrial areas within the
City. It shall be the
pplicant's obligation to insure that the waste
contractor utilized haobtained
permits from the City of Diamond Bar
to provide such servi
es.
(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. The fence shall
remain at the buildable pad to ensure no construction equipment or
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debris of any kind is I
the Planning Divisioi
Official approves its
during construction.
PUBLIC WORKS
(d) If required by the f
Safety Division pla
geotechnical report
of California, for re%
)laced within the vegetated area until released by
i and the balance shall remain until the Building
removal. Sanitation facilities shall be provided
iblic Works Director, prior to any Building and
check submittal the applicant must submit a
I a Geotechnical Engineer, licensed by the State
�w and approval by the City.
(e) If required by the P blic Works Director, prior to any Building and
Safety Division plan check submittals, a grading permit must be
obtained from the P blic Works/Engineering Division.
(f) If required by the Public Works Director, prior to any Building and
Safety Division plan cteck submittals, the applicant must submit a
Drainage Plan prepared by a Civil Engineer, licensed by the State of
California, for review and approval by the City.
The Drainage Plans ail be prepared in accordance with the City's
Requirements for Plan Check. This includes using the correct title
block format for the drawings. A list of requirements for grading plan
check can be obtained from the Public Works/Engineering Division.
(g) Grading Plan shall show the location of any retaining wall and the
elevations at the top of wall and footing and finished grade on both
sides of the retairiing ail. Construction details for the retaining wall
shall be shown on the Drainage Plan.
(h) Prior to obtaining a building permit retaining wall calculations shall be
submitted to the Building and Safety Division for approval.
(i) The applicant must p ovide service connections for Water, Sewer,
Gas, Electric, etc.
(j) Applicant shall submit an Erosion Control Plan concurrently with the
drainage plan clearly detailing erosion control measures for the cities
review and approval. hese measures shall be implemented during
construction between October 1$t and April 15th.
(k) All storm water drainage/runoff from the development shall be
conveyed from the site to an appropriate drainage facility or the
natural drainage course. No on-site drainage shall be conveyed to
adjacent parcels.
C
(1) If applicable, the
Stormwater Mitic
Management Prac-
plans for both con:
(m) Applicant shall h
Section 22.22.080
Jiicant shall comply with Standard Urban
I Plan (SUSMP) requirements. Best
(BMP's) shall be incorporated into the project
ion and post -construction activities,
the finished slope conform to City Code
Jing.
(n) Applicant shall provide rough and final grade certifications by project
soils and civil engineers. Said certification they shall be submitted to
the Public Works/Engineering and Building & Safety Divisions prior to
placement of concrete pads and the final inspections respectively.
BUILDING AND SAFETY
(o) The retaining wall shall be approved by the Building and Safety
Division after the appropriate grading information is submitted.
(1) Retaining wa I shall not be constructed of wood or wood
products;
(2) Footings shall be designed for expansive soil.
(3) Retaining walls shall be required to be ornamental by using
stucco or decorative block;
(4) Engineered cz Iculations shall be submitted with retaining walls;
(5) Indicate retaining wall locations on grading plan with standard
detail and deli Bate:
(a) Top of all;
(b) Top of ooting;
(c) FinishSurface; on both sides of the retaining wall
(d) Structural calculations; and
(6) Retaining walls exposed height.shall not exceed an exposed
height six feet Except for the front yard setback which shall
not exceed a maximum exposed height of 42".
(p) Any future pool ands a or tennis court shall require separate permits.
(q) The Building setback shall meet Section 18 of the current building
code (building setbac o.
{r) The proposed theate� with stage shall not be used for commercial
use.
(s) The single-family structure shall meet the 2001 California Codes:
Uniform Building Code, Uniform Plumbing Code, Uniform Mechanical,
Code, and the 2001 National Electrical Code requirements.
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PLANNING
(t) The minimum desig
"C exposure.
(u) The single-family str
the following require
(1)
All roof cover
shall be fire
flame or mem
(2)
All unenclose
exterior walls;
(3)
All openings ii
shall be coves
than 1/ inch r
where such of
(4)
Chimneys shi
screen,
(v) This single-family
Standards.
(w) Surface water shall d
(x) Smoke detectors
(y) Prior to the issuance
construction plans to
review and approval.
BUYERS' AWARENESS
(z)
wind pressure shall be 80 miles per hour and
is located in "Fire Zone 4" and shall meet
of that fire zone:
g shall be "Fire Retardant, Class A"; the roofs
opped at the eaves to preclude entry of the
ers under the fire;
under -floor areas shall be constructed as
to the attic, floor, and/or other enclosed areas
?d with corrosion -resistant wire mesh not less
)r more than 1/2 inch in any dimension except
Enings are equipped with sash or door;
II have spark arresters of maximum 1/2 inch
re shall meet the State Energy Conservation
away from building at 2% minimum slope
I be provided in all sleeping rooms.
of any city permits, the applicant shall submit
the Los Angeles County Fire Department for
Applicant shall submit a copy of the receipt of the "Buyers' Awareness
Package" signed by the prospective buyer before the issuance of
Certificate of Occupancy. In the event no buyer has purchased the
property, then receipt is to be forwarded before approval of future
improvements (i.e., hrdscapes, pool/spa, retaining walls, additional
landscaping.)
(aa) Applicant shall make an application to the Walnut Valley Water
District as necessary, and submit their approval to the city prior to the
issuance of any city p rmits.
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(bb) Within sixty days of
submit a landscape,
The plan shall reflE
delineate the type
location. Landscape
months of the Certif
he Certificate of Occupancy, the applicant shall
rrigation plan for the City's review and approval.
A the guidelines set forth by Tract 50314 and
)f planting materials, color, size, quantity and
and irrigation shall be installed within six (6)
:ate of Occupancy issuance or final inspection.
(cc) Applicant shall sub it a detailed driveway design including pattern,
color, and landscaping for Planning Division review and approval
within 60 days of this approval.
(dd) Applicant shall comr ly with Planning and Zoning; Building and Safety
Division; and Public Works Division; and the application shall be
approved by the Fir Department.
(ee) The single-family re
creates adverse effc
setting of the resider
traffic, or other distui
and shall not result ii
and resources. The
commercial/institutio
dwelling. The proper
result in a nuisance c
neighborhood.
(ff) The owner shall com
Maintain a Single Fa
City. The covenant i
Angeles County's Re
permit.
(gg) This grant is valid
(i.e., construction) wi
(1) year extension n
writing at least 60 de
Manager will considE
hearing in accordant
Development Code.
,idence shall not be utilized in a manner that
cts upon the neighborhood and environmental
tial site to levels of dust, glare/light, noise, odor,
)ances to the existing residential neighborhood
significantly adverse effects on public services
single-family residence shall not be used for
iai purposes, or otherwise used as a separate
� shall not be used for regular gatherings which
which create traffic and parking problems in the
lete and record a "Covenant and Agreement to
Lily Residence" on a form to be provided by the
ust be completed and recorded with the Los
order's Office prior to the issuance of a building
for two .(2) years and shall be exercised
lin that period or this grant shall expire. A one-
iy be approved when submitted to the City in
,s prior to the expiration date. The Deputy City
the extension request at a duly noticed public
with Chapter 22.72 of the City of Diamond Bar
(hh) This grant shall not b
effective for any purpose until the permittee
and owner of the property
involved (if other than the permittee) have
filed, within fifteen (1 5)
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
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conditions of this gr nt. Further, this grant shall not be effective until
the permittee pays remaining City processing fees.
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 Windmill Estates, LLC, owners, and applicant, Richard Gould, at
3480 Torrance Boulevard, #300, Torrance, CA 90503.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED H S 13th DAY OF JULY 2004, BY THE PLANNING
COMMISSION OF THE CI OF IAM ND BAR.
W
I, James DeStefano, Planning Commissi
Resolution was duly introduced, passed,
City of Diamond Bar, at a regular meetir
day of July 2004, by the following vote:
AYES: Commission{
Secretary, do hereby certify that the foregoing
3d adopted by the Planning Commission of the
of the Planning Commission held on the 13th
McManus, Tye, V/C Tanaka, C/Nolan
NOES: Commissioners: None
ABSENT: Commissioners: Low
ABSTAIN: Commissioners: None
ATTEST:
Jarnads DeStef no, S cretary
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PLANNING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. 2004-28
A RESOLUTION OF THE PL NNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
DIAMOND BAR APPROVIN DEVELOPMENT REVIEW NO. 2004-20,
A REQUEST TO CONSTR CT A TWO-STORY SINGLE-FAMILY
RESIDENCE WITH BALCON ES, PATIO AND ATTACHED FOUR CAR
GARAGE TOTALING TO A PROXIMATELY 9,333 SQUARE FEET
AND A RETAINING WALL W TH A MAXIMUM EXPOSED HEIGHT OF
SIX FEET. THE PROJECT ITE IS LOCATED AT 3119 WINDMILL
DRIVE (LOT 7, TRACT 5031 ), DIAMOND BAR, CALIFORNIA.
A. RECITALS
1 The property owner, Wind ill Estates, LLC, and applicant, Richard Gould,
have filed an application for DeDvelopment Review No. 2004-20, for a
property located at 3119 Wi dmill rive, Diamond Bar, Los Angeles County,
California, as described in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this
Resolution, the subject D elopment Review shall be referred to as the
"Application."
2. On June 15, 2004, 52 property owners within a 500 -foot radius of the project
site were notified by mail a 'd a notice of public hearing on a display board
was posted at the project ite and displayed at least 10 days before the
public hearing. On June 25, 2004, three sites were posted within the vicinity
of the application. On Jun 29, 2004, notification of the public hearing for
this project was made in th San Gabriel Valley Tribune and Inland Valley
Daily Bulletin newspapers.
3. On July 13, 2004, the Pla ning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar
conducted and concluded a duly noticed public hearing on the Application.
B. RESOLUTION
NOW, THEREFORE, it is found determined and resolved by the Planning
Commission of the City of Diamond Bar as follows:
1. The Planning Commission
ereby 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
.above in this Resolution is
Environmental Impact Repo
California Environmental C
hereby determines that the project identified
:onsistent with the previously certified Master
t No. 97-1 for Tract No. 50314 according to the
!uality Act of 1970 (CEQA) and guidelines
promulgated thereunder, p
California Code of Regulati
rsuant to Section 15162(a) of Article 11 of the
ns. No further environment review is necessary.
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3. 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 alt rations which have been incorporated into and
conditioned upon the propo ed project set forth in the application, there is no
evidence before the 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) fe depends. Based upon substantial evidence,
the Planning Commission h reby rebuts the presumption of adverse effects
contained in Section 753. (d) of Title 14 of the California Code of
Regulations.
4. Based upon the findings al
Commission, hereby finds a
(a) The project site is I
California. The projec
subdivision with grad
on February 3, 1998.
The rectangular sha
d conclusions set forth herein, the Planning
follows:
cated at 3119 Windmill Drive, Diamond Bar,
site is the vacant Lot 7 of Tract 50314, a 15 -lot
d buildable pads approved by the City Council
ract 50314 is adjacent to the Country Estates.
A
ed lot has two flat buildable pads and the
es downward to the canyon and is part of a
balance of the lot slo
slope, drainage and
feet utility easement a
for access and street
sewer purposes. Th
buildable pad area uti
the lower pad is .29 a
residence will remain
expanded on the nort
garage perpendicular
(b) The property contains
the buildable pad to
downward sloping side
Black Walnuts, Sugar
Oaks and Mexican Elc
(c) The property contains
the buildable pad.
(d)
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aintenance easement. There is a sewer and 30
the front of the lot. There are also easements
purposes and an easement for sanitary and
lot is approximately 1.21 gross acres and the
ized for the single family residence is .34 and
res. The pad area utilized for the single family
the same size except for 10 feet that will be
side to provide for proper back out area for the
o the street.
protected/preserved trees, located outside of
ated at the front, north side and the rear
of the property. Those trees include California
Sums, Mondell Pines, Coast Live Oaks, Scrub
erberries.
rotected/preserved trees, located outside of
The project site is zone
40,000 Square Feet
designation is Rural RE
i Single Family Residential -Minimum Lot Size
R-1-40,000). Its General Plan Land Use
sidential (RR), Maximum 1 DU/AC.
I
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(e) Generally, the folio ng zones surround the subject site: to the north,
south and east is 9- 1-40,000; and R-1-8,000 to the west.
(f) The application is
request to construct a two-story, single-family
residence with balc nies and four car garage totaling to approximately
9,333 square feet and a site retaining wall with a maximum exposed
height of six (6) fee
ADMINISTRATIVE DEVELOPMENT RI VIEW
(e)
The design and lay
with the General
district, design gui
ut of the proposed development are consistent
(f)
or planned develop
area (e.g., theme ar
neighborhoods and
related to maint
project complies wit,
Map No. 50314 w
The General Plan
eclectic architectur
Standards. Further
The project is co
Ian, development standards of the applicable
elines, and architectural criteria for specialized
as, specific plans, community plans, boulevards,
ents.
s adopted on July 25, 1995, and the Final Tract
s approved on April 18, 2002. The proposed
the City's General Plan objectives and strategies
fining density, the integrity of residential
pen space, and the City's Design Guidelines.
sistent with the Tract Map's Development
ore, the proposed project is compatible with the
I style and design, materials, and colors of
existing homes with n the surrounding area. There is no specific or
additional community planned development for the site.
development will not
The design and layo
with the use and
designed for single-f
neighborhood as we
The project site is
certified by the Ci
Tract Map No. 5031
existing or future de
hazards.
residence will not inte
residential develop
private streets are d
and Steeplechase L
Windmill Drive and
t of the proposed development will not interfere
njoyment of neighboring existing or future
create traffic or pedestrian hazards.
Master Environmental Impact Report No. 97-1,
addresses the design and layout of the
as the flow of pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
n undeveloped lot within an approved tract
mily homes.
cess roads in the vicinity, Wagon Train Lane
ne, adequately serve the project site. These
signed to handle minimum traffic created by
ent. Therefore, the use of a single -family
re with the use and enjoyment of neighboring
elopment will not create traffic or pedestrian
(9)
(h)
(i)
The architectural de
with the characteri
maintain and enh
development Conte
Design Guidelines,
The project's archit
with columns and
mkm wkr gr
and stucco exterio
treatments for stylin
add texture and con
The proposed mate
approved boards in
and stone palette an
streetscape nicely.
and the style is com,
homes in neighborin,
Estates, yet allow
Therefore, the pro
and enhance the h
contemplated by C,
Guidelines. There is
The design of the p
environment for its
neighbors, through g
that will remain aest
ign of the proposed development is compatible
tics of the surrounding neighborhood and will
nce the harmonious, orderly and attractive
plated by Chapter 22.48, the General Plan, City
r any applicable specific plan.
ctural features include a two story portico%ntry
rch detail which is also used for the window
ge wing; rear balcony with wrought iron railing;
with stucco details of cornice and window
These features and the varying the rooflines
cast.
gals/colors board was compared with previously
e vicinity. The combinations ofoff-white, beige
the building's architecture blend into the overall
he selected materials and colors are consistent
tib/e with the eclectic architectural style of other
Tract 48487,47850 and 50314, and the Country
ariation in the overall palette and textures.
ed project is consistent with and will maintain
rmonious, orderly and attractive development
apter 22.48, the General Plan, City Design
o applicable specific plan.
oposed development will provide a desirable
cupants and visiting public, as well as its
od aesthetic use of materials, texture, and color
etically appealing.
As referenced in the—bove findings, colors, materials, and textures
proposed are compli entary to the existing homes within the area
while offering variety and low levels of maintenance. Therefore, the
proposed project
occupants and visitin
aesthetic use of m
aesthetically appeali—
required and runs wit
The proposed projec
safety, or welfare or
property values or
improvements in the
Structural plan check,
Fire Department ap,
7 provide a desirable environment for its
public, as well as its neighbors, through good
teria/s, texture, and color that will remain
g. Additionally, a Covenant and Agreement is
the land to maintain asingle-family residence.
will not be detrimental to the public health,
materially injurious (e.g., negative affect on
esale(s) of property) to the properties or
icinity.
City permits, and inspections; soils report and
ovals, are required for construction. These
5.
G)
processes will enst
to the public healtt
properties or impro
Additionally, the tei
subject site is at the
its northerly neigh
requirements, the p
for the neighboring,
not be significantly
The proposed proj
provisions of the Ci
rre that the finished project will not be detrimental
, safety, or welfare, or materially injurious to the
rements in the vicinity.
rain in the vicinity of Windmill Drive is hilly. The
middle of the tract and at a lower elevation than
bors are. By maintaining the allowed height
oposed residential structure allows view corridors
properties. Therefore, the proposed residence will
detrimental with respect to view blockage impact.
,ct has been reviewed in compliance with the
lifornia Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
The environmental
consistent with the)
Report No. 97-1 for
Environmental Qu
promulgated thereu
the California Code
necessary.
Based upon the findings a
Manager hereby approves t
(a)
(b)
The project shall s
elevations, and m
Exhibit "A" dated Ju
Planning Commissic
The subject site shy
debris both durinc
implementation of th
trash, debris, and
construction, shall bE
duly permitted waste
to provide collection,
evaluation shows that the proposed project is
Previously certified Master Environmental Impact
tract Map Nos. 50314 according to the California
ility Act of 1970 (CEQA) and guidelines
?der, pursuant to Section 15162(a) of Article i 1 of
,f Regulation. No further environmental review is
d conclusion set forth above, the Deputy City
is Application subject to the following conditions:
.bstantially conform to site plan, floor plans,
iterials/colors board collectively labeled as
ly 7, 2004, as submitted and approved by the
n, and as amended herein.
I be maintained in a condition that is free of
and after the construction, addition, or
entitlement granted herein. The removal of all
refuse, whether during or subsequent to
done only by the property owner, applicant or by
ontractor, who has been authorized by the City
ransportation, 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 ha obtained permits from the City of Diamond Bar
to provide such services.
(c) Before construction
construction fencing
requirements along
remain at the buildab
begins, the applicant shall install temporary
ursuant to the Building and Safety Division's
he project site's perimeter. The fence shall
e pad to ensure no construction equipment or
debris of any kind is laced within the vegetated area until released by
the Planning Divisio and the balance shall remain until the Building
Official approves its removal. Sanitation facilities shall be provided
during construction.
PUBLIC WORKS
(d) If required by the Pi
Safety Division plan
geotechnical report b
of California, for revih
(e) If required by the Pt.
Safety Division plan
obtained from the Pu
M
If required by the Pt
Safety Division plan
Drainage Plan prepa
California, for review
iblic Works Director, prior to any Building and
check submittal the applicant must submit a
y a Geotechnical Engineer, licensed by the State
;w and approval by the City.
iblic Works Director, prior to any Building and
check submittals, a grading permit must be
blic Works/Engineering Division.
blic Works Director, prior to any Building and
check submittals, the applicant must submit a
ed by a Civil Engineer, licensed by the State of
and approval by the City.
The Drainage Plan s
Requirements for PI
block format for the di
check can be obtaine
(g) Grading Plan shall s
elevations at the top
sides of the retaining
shall be shown on the
iall be prepared in accordance with the City's
n Check. This includes using the correct title
'awings. A list of requirements for grading plan
d from the Public Works/Engineering Division.
ow the location of any retaining wall and the
)f wall and footing and finished grade on both
vall. Construction details for the retaining wall
Drainage Plan.
(h) Prior to obtaining a bu Iding permit retaining wall calculations shall be
submitted to the Building and Safety Division for approval.
(i) The applicant must provide service connections for Water, Sewer,
Gas, Electric, etc.
(j) Applicant shall submit
drainage plan clearly c
review and approval.
construction between
(k) All storm water drair
conveyed from the si
natural drainage court
adjacent parcels.
an Erosion Control Plan concurrently with the
etailing erosion control measures for the cities
these measures shall be implemented during
Dctober 15i and April 15th.
age/runoff from the development shall be
:e to an appropriate drainage facility or the
e. No on-site drainage shall be conveyed to
(I) If applicable, the applicant shall comply with Standard Urban
Stormwater Mitig tion Plan (SUSMP) requirements. Best
Management Practi es (BMP's) shall be incorporated into the project
plans for both const uction and post -construction activities.
(m) Applicant shall have the finished slope conform to City Code
Section 22.22.080
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(n) Applicant shall provi
soils and civil engin
the Public Works/En
placement of concre
BUILDING AND SAFETY
(6)
(o) The retaining wall $hall be approved by the Building and Safety
Division after the ap
(p)
(q)
(r)
rading.
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de rough and final grade certifications by project
ers. Said certification they shall be submitted to
gineering and Building & Safety Divisions prior to
to pads and the final inspections respectively.
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ropriate grading information is submitted.
Retaining wa
products;
Footings shall
Retaining wal
stucco or dec
Engineered c
Indicate retain
detail and deli
(a) Top of
(b) Top of
(c) Finish
(d) Structu
Retaining wall
height six feet
not exceed a
Any future pool and s
I shall not be constructed of wood or wood
be designed for expansive soil.
s shall be required to be ornamental by using
rative block;
Iculations shall be submitted with retaining walls;
ng wall locations on grading plan with standard
eate:
all;
ooting;
urface; on both sides of the retaining wall
al calculations; and
exposed height shall not exceed an exposed
Except for the front yard setback which shall
aximum exposed height of 42".
a or tennis court shall require separate permits.
The Building setback
code (building setbac
The proposed theate
use.
shall meet Section 18 of the current building
with stage shall not be used for commercial
(s) The single-family structure shall meet the 2001 California Codes:
Uniform Building Cod , Uniform Plumbing Code, Uniform Mechanical
Code, and the 2001 National Electrical Code requirements.
(t) The minimum desigh wind pressure shall be 80 miles per hour and
"C" exposure.
PLANNING
(u) The single-family structure is located in "Fire Zone 4" and shall meet
the following require ents of that fire zone:
(1) All roof covering shall be "Fire Retardant, Class A"; the roofs
shall be fire topped at the eaves to preclude entry of the
flame or me hers under the fire;
(2) All unenclos d under -floor areas shall be constructed as
exterior walls;
(3) All openings i to the attic, floor, and/or other enclosed areas
shall be cove ed with corrosion -resistant wire mesh not less
than 1/a inch or more than 1/2 inch in any dimension except
where such o enings are equipped with sash or door;
(4) Chimneys sh II have spark arresters of maximum 1/2 inch
screen.
(v) This single-family strt)cture shall meet the State Energy Conservation
Standards.
(w)
Surface water shall drain away from building at 2% minimum slope.
(x) Smoke detectors shall be provided in all sleeping rooms.
(y) Prior to the issuance of any city permits, the applicant shall submit
construction plans to the Los Angeles County Fire Department for
review and approval.
BUYERS' AWARENESS
(z) Applicant shall submit
Package" signed by
Certificate of Occupa
property, then receipt
improvements (i.e., h
landscaping.)
(aa) Applicant shall make
District as necessary,
issuance of any city p
a copy of the receipt of the "Buyers' Awareness
he prospective buyer before the issuance of
cy. In the event no buyer has purchased the
is to be forwarded before approval of future
rdscapes, pool/spa, retaining walls, additional
an application to the Walnut Valley Water
nd submit their approval to the city prior to the
rmits.
(bb) Within sixty days of the Certificate of Occupancy, the applicant shall
submit a landscape irrigation plan for the City's review and approval.
The plan shall reflect the guidelines set forth by Tract 50314 and
delineate the type Of planting materials, color, size, quantity and
location. Landscap and irrigation shall be installed within six (6)
months of the Certificate of Occupancy issuance or final inspection.
(cc) Applicant shall sub
color, and landsca
within 60 days of thi
(dd)
approved by the Fir
Division; and Publi
Applicant shall corn
(ee) The single-family re
creates adverse eff
setting of the reside
traffic, or other distu
and shall not result i
and resources. The
corn mercialli nstitutio
dwelling. The prope
result in a nuisance o
neighborhood.
(ff) The owner shall corn
Maintain a Single Fa
City. The covenant
Angeles County's Re
permit.
(99)
(hh)
hearing in accordanc
Development Code.
Manager will conside
writing at least 60 da
(1) year extension m
it a detailed driveway design including pattern,
ng for Planning Division review and approval
approval.
ly with Planning and Zoning; Building and Safety
Works Division; and the application shall be
Department.
idence shall not be utilized in a manner that
cts upon the neighborhood and environmental
tial site to levels of dust, glare/light, noise, odor,
ances to the existing residential neighborhood
significantly adverse effects on public services
single-family residence shall not be used for
at purposes, or otherwise used as a separate
shall not be used for regular gatherings which
which create traffic and parking problems in the
lete and record a "Covenant and Agreement to
ly Residence" on a form to be provided by the
ust be completed and recorded with the Los
order's Office prior to the issuance of a building
for two (2) years and shall be exercised
(i.e., construction) wit
This grant is valid
their affidavit stating t
Diamond Bar Comm
and owner of the pro
filed, within fifteen (1
This grant shall not b
in that period or this grant shall expire. A one
y be approved when submitted to the City in
s prior to the expiration date. The Deputy City
the extension request at a duly noticed public
with Chapter22.72 of the City of Diamond Bar
effective for any purpose until the permittee
erty involved (if other than the permittee) have
) days of approval of this grant, at the City of
nity and Development Services Department,
at they are aware and agree to accept all the
conditions of this gr nt. Further, this grant shall not be effective until
the permittee pays remaining City processing fees.
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 Windmill Estates, LLC, owners, and applicant; Richard Gould, at
3480 Torrance Boul vard, #300, Torrance, CA 90503.
OF JULY 2004, BY THE PLANNING
APPROVED AND CI ADOPTED/THIS OFA AMOND BAR.
COMMISSION OF THE
BY:
I, James DeStefano, Planning Commissi n 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 meetin of the Planning Commission held on the 13th
day of July 2004, by the following vote:
AYES: Commissione s: McManus, Tye, V/C Tanaka, C/Nolan
NOES: Commissione s: None
ABSENT: Commissione s: Low
ABSTAIN: Commissions s: None
ATTEST:
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