HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC 2004-50PLANNING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. 2004-50
A RESOLUTION OF THE DIAI
APPROVING DEVELOPMENT
NO. 2004-10 AND CATEGORICi
CONSTRUCT AN APPROXIMA
ADDITION WITH 990 SQUARE FI
COVER COLONNADE IN THE I
SQUARE FEET TWO STORY
FOUR CAR GARAGE. THE REQ
AND REPLACEMENT OF PROTE
TREES TO GRADE AND CONST
IN AREAS OF VARYING TOPO
EXPOSED HEIGHT. THE GRAD
FOR THE PROPOSED 338 SQUi
ROOM. THE PROJECT ALSO
SWIMMING POOL, AND SPA.
2800 STEEPLECHASE LANE (I
BAR, CALIFORNIA.
A. RECITALS
1. The property owners, Rob
Wu, filed Development F
applications for a property
No. 30289), Diamond Bar,
the title of this Resolutic
Development Review/Tre
referred to as the "Applica
JIOND BAR PLANNING COMMISSION
REVIEW NO. 2004-171TREE PERMIT
IL EXEMPTION 15303, A REQUEST TO
I•E 1,382 SQUARE FEET TWO STORY
.ET TWO STORY BALCONY AND PATIO
1EAR OF AN EXISTING 4,588 LIVABLE
31NGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE WITH A
JEST ALSO INCLUDES THE REMOVAL
:CTED/PRESERVED OAK AND WALNUT
RUCT A SERIES OF RETAINING WALLS
3RAPHY FROM TWO TO SEVEN FEET
ING AND WALLS CREATE A NEW PAD
1RE FEET GUESTHOUSE/RECREATION
INCLUDES A BASKETBALL COURT,
THE PROJECT SITE IS LOCATED AT
.OT 58, TRACT NO. 30289), DIAMOND
ert and Mary Chang, and applicant's agent, Kent
ieview No. 2004-17/Tree Permit No. 2004-10
ocated at 2800 Steeplechase Lane (Lot 58, Tract
Los Angeles County, California, as described in
)n. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject
Permit and Categorical Exemption shall be
tion."
2. On November 5, 2004, 33 property owners within the project's 500 -foot
radius were mailed a pub is hearing notice. On November 9, 2004, three
other locations within 1he application's vicinity were posted. On
November 12, 2004, the pi oject's public hearing notification was published in
the San Gabriel Vallev Tribune and Inland Valley Daily Bulletin newspapers
and a public hearing
3. On November 23, 2004,
Bar conducted and co
Application.
display board was posted at the site.
ie Planning Commission of the City of Diamond
auded a duly noticed public hearing on the
B. RESOLUTION
NOW, THEREFORE, it is found, determined and resolved by the Planning
Commission of the City of Diamo d 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
categorically exempt per the 1970 California
Environmental Quality Act
CEQA), Section 15303.
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 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 wildlife
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.
4. Based upon the findings and
conclusions set forth herein, this Planning
Commission hereby finds as
follows:
(a) The project parcel is
Lot 58, Tract 30289, APN 8713-018-030, and
addressed 2800 Steeplechase
Lane, Diamond Bar, California. The
project parcel is app
oximately .82 gross acres, 35,719 gross square
feet and 30,060 usable
square feet. It is an irregularly shaped lot with
a rear slope, flood
azard area, recreational/equestrian easement,
and storm drain easement.
The original structure was completed in
2002.
(b) The General Plan Land Use designation is Rural Residential (RR), 1
dwelling unit per acre. The site is zoned Single-family Residence, R-1-
20,000.
(c) The R-1-20,000 zone surrounds the site.
(d) The Application is
square feet two story
and patio cover coli
square feet two stor.
The request also
protected/preserved
series of retaining "
i request to construct an approximate 1,382
addition with 990 square feet two story balcony
nnade in the rear of an existing 4,588 livable
single-family residence with a four car garage.
includes the removal and replacement of
oak and walnut trees to grade and construct a
ills in areas of varying topography from two to
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seven feet exposed height. The grading and walls create a new pad
for the proposed 333 square feet guesthouse/recreation room. The
project also include4, a basketball court, swimming pool, and spa.
DEVELOPMENT REVIEW
(e) The design and layout of the proposed development are consistent
with the General Plan, development standards of the applicable
district, design guidelines, and architectural criteria for specialized
area (e.g., theme areas, specific plans, community plans, boulevards,
or planned developments.
The project parcel, currently developed with a two story, single-family
residence with a legal nonconforming side setback, was established
before the adoption of the City's General Plan and current Municipal
Code. The adopted uly25, 1995, General Plan land use designation
is Rural Residential RR) (maximum one dwelling unit/per acre). The
Application complies with the City's General Plan objectives and
strategies related to maintaining the integrity of residential
neighborhoods and open space, the current Diamond Bar Municipal
Code, and with the qity's Design Guidelines. There is no specific plan.
The proposed prof ct conforms to applicable provisions of the
Municipal Code; the site coverage is less than 30 percent, it is
comparable with the existing neighborhood; it meets the required
height limitations. The proposed project is a two story addition to the
existing main structure, grading and retaining walls to create a pad for
the one story guesthouse/recreation room that are in accordance with
Municipal Code height standards. The project is not considered an
impact to the surrounding properties' view corridor.
(f) The design and layo it 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.
Shadow Canyon Dri a and Steeplechase Lane adequately serves the
project parcel. Thee and the neighboring streets are designed to
handle minimum traffic created by residential development. The
project parcel is currently developed with two story, single-family
residence. The prop sed addition and remodel does not change the
existing single-family use. The Application maintains the existing style
which is consistent with surrounding properties. The structure is not
expected to unreasonably interfere with the use and enjoyment of
neighboring existing or future development.
(g) The architectural de ign of the proposed development is compatible
with the characteristics of the surrounding neighborhood and will
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maintain and enha ce the harmonious, orderly and attractive
development contemplated by Chapter 22.48, the General Plan, City
Design Guidelines, or any applicable specific plan.
The single-family residence's architectural style is unchanged in the
front and except for the corner quoins is continued in the rearaddition
and guesthouse/recreation room. The front's multi-levels of roof lines,
the balcony's balustrade, and stucco create the texture and contrast
consistent with the existing neighborhood while providing variety and
low levels of maintenance.
By maintaining the existing architectural style and palette the
Application is compatible with the neighborhood and consistent with
the General Plan, ity's Design Guidelines and Municipal Code.
There is no specific plan.
(h) The design of the proposed development will provide a desirable
environment for its occupants and visiting public, as well as its
neighbors, through good aesthetic use of materials, texture, and color
that will remain aest etically appealing.
The colors, materials and textures proposed are the same as existing
and are complimentary to the existing homes within the area while
offering variety and low maintenance levels.
(i) The proposed project will not be detrimental to the public health,
safety, or welfare or materially injurious (e.g., negative affect on
property values or resale(s) of property) to the properties or
improvements in the vicinity.
Structural plan chec , City permits, and inspections, soils report and
Fire Department approvals, are required for construction. These
processes will ensuri n that the finished project will not be detrimental
to the public health, safety, or welfare, or materially injurious to the
properties or improv meets in the vicinity. Additionally, a Recorded
Covenant and Agre ment is required and runs with the land to
maintain a single -fa ilv residence.
{j) The proposed proje t has been reviewed in compliance with the
provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
The City has determined that the proposed project is categorically
exempt per the 1970 California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA),
Section 15303.
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TREE PERMIT
(k) Preservation of the existing oak and walnut trees is not feasible and
would compromise the property owner's reasonable use and
enjoyment of property. Surrounding land and appropriate mitigation
measures will be implemented in compliance with Section 22.38.130.
The applicant has submitted that the development requires the
removal of nine oak and walnut trees. A 3:1 replacement shall be
required pursuant to the Municipal Code of a like for like species.
Many homes withii The Country Estates have remodeled and
requested.Tree Permits. Therefore, preservation of these trees would
compromise the property owner's reasonable use and enjoyment of
his property.
5. Based upon the findings and conclusion set forth above, the Planning
Commission hereby appr ves this Application subject to the following
conditions:
(a) The project shall substantially conform to site plan, floor plans,
elevations, roof plan, grading plan, and landscape plan collectively
labeled as Exhibit "A" dated November 23, 2004, as submitted to,
amended herein, ar d approved by the Planning Commission.
(b) The owner/applican shall obtain the Los Angeles County Department
of Public Works a proval in writing with approved plan for the
retaining walls and f ood hazard mitigation improvements that connect
to the storm drain in the Los Angeles County Strom Drain easement
prior to any City PI n Check submittal: grading, retaining walls or
building permit. Said approval shall be submitted to the Planning
Division and the Pu lic Works/Engineering Division.
(c) The subject site shall be maintained in a condition that is free of
debris both during and after the construction, addition, or
implementation oft a entitlement granted herein. The removal of all
trash, debris, and refuse, whether during or subsequent to
construction, shall big done only by the property owner, applicant or by
duly permitted waste contractor, who has been authorized by the City
to provide collection transportation, and disposal of solid waste from
residential, commercial, construction, and industrial areas within the
City. It shall be the applicant's obligation to insure that the waste
contractor utilized has obtained permits from the City of Diamond Bar
to provide such services.
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PUBLIC WORKS
(d) A geotechnical repos
by the State of Cal
Division for City ap
address potential d
Angeles County St(
within the flood haz
additional informatic
prepared by a Geotechnical Engineer, licensed
:)rnia shall be submitted to the Public Works
roval. The geotechnical report shall clearly
velopment, within the flood hazard and Los
m Drain (LACO-SD) easement area. If use
rd area and LACO-SD easement is approved
may be required.
(e) The applicant shall submit a Grading Plan prepared by a Civil
Engineer, licensed by the State of California, to the Public Works
Division for City approval. The Grading Plan shall be prepared in
accordance with theCity's "Requirements for Grading Plan Check."
(f) The Grading Plans all show the location of any retaining walls and
the elevations of the top of wall/footing/retaining and the finished
grade on both sides of the retaining wall. Construction details for
retaining walls shall be shown on the Grading Plan.
(g) The applicant shah submit an erosion control plan. Erosion control
measures shall be in place for construction starting after October 1 st
through April 15th. The erosion control plan shall conform to national
Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) standards and
incorporate the app opriate Best Management Practices (BMP's).
The standards forte preparation of erosion control plans can be
obtained from the PL blic Works/Engineering Division.
(h) If applicable, the applicant shall comply with Standard Urban Storm
Water Mitigation Plan requirements to the satisfaction of the City
Engineer.
(i) All drainage/runoff from the development shall be conveyed from the
site to the natural drainage course. No on-site drainage shall be
conveyed to adjacent parcels, unless that is the natural drainage
course.
BUILDING AND SAFETY
(j) Retaining wall calcul tions shall be submitted to the City's Building
and Safety Division for approval and permit after the grading plan is
approved by the Pubic Works Division.
(k) Building setback from toe of slope at the rear of property shall meet
section 18 of the 2001 California Code (h/2 or 22.5 feet).
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(I) The pad's finished elevations shall be approved by the Public Works
Division.
(m) All back fill for retaning walls shall be certified by the engineer of
record.
(n) The applicant shall provide temporary sanitation facilities while under
construction and a construction fence must protect the project.
(o) The single-family structure shall meet the 2001 California Building
Code, California Plu bing Code, California Mechanical Code, and the
2001 National Elect ical Code requirements.
(p) This single-family stucture shall meet the State Energy Conservation
Standards.
(q) The minimum desigwind pressure shall be 80 miles per hour and
°C" exposure.
(r) Smoke detectors shall be provided in all sleeping rooms.
(s) The applicant shall Comply with the requirements of City Planning,
Building and Safety, (Public Works Divisions, and the Fire Department.
(t) Prior to plan check submittal, the applicant shall indicate color and
type (weight) of roof ng materials; and stucco and window colors on
the plans.
(u) The single-family stricture requires Fire Department approval and is
located in "Hi h Fire one" and shall meet the following requirements
of that fire zone:
(1) All roof cover ng shall be "Fire Retardant, Class A"; the roofs
shall be fire 3topped at the eaves to preclude entry of the
flame or members under the fire;
(2) All enclosed L nder-floor areas shall be constructed as exterior
walls;
(3) All openings into the attic, floor, and/or other enclosed areas
shall be covered with
corrosion -resistant wire mesh not less than 1/4 inch nor more
than 1/2 inch in any dimension except where such openings are
equipped wiT sash or door;
(4) Chimneys shall have spark arresters of maximum 1/z inch
screen.
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PLANNING
(v) Prior to any plan c eck submittal, the applicant shall revise the
landscape plan, grading plan, and site plan for the planting and 3:1
replacement for the ight Juglans calif ornica to be replaced by 24, 15
gallon Juglans califo nica and one Quercus agrifolia to be replaced by
3, 15 gallon Quercus agrifolia.
(w) As noted above, the
landscape plan and
approval prior to an,.
shown on the grad
Owner/Applicant shy
Report.
ees' replacement shall be shown on a revised
�bmitted to the Planning Division for review and
City plan check submittal. The trees shall be
g plan, landscape plan and site plan. The
I comply with the mitigations in the Arborist
(x) All landscaping shall I be installed and if required restored in the front
yard prior to the Pla ning Division's final inspection.
(y) The single-family re
creates adverse effe
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.
(z) The owners shall cc
Maintain a Single -f:
City. The covenant
Angeles County's R
permit.
(aa) This grant is valid
(i.e., construction) wi
(1) year extension n
writing at least 60 d
Commission will cor
public hearing in ac
Diamond Bar Munici
;idence shall not be utilized in a manner that
:ts upon the neighborhood and environmental
:ial 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
ial purposes, or otherwise used as a separate
I shall not be used for regular gatherings which
which create traffic and parking problems in the
plete and record a "Covenant and Agreement to
oily Residence" on a form to be provided by the
lust 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
iin that period or this grant shall expire. A one-
ty be approved when submitted to the City in
ys prior to the expiration date. The Planning
;ider the extension request at a duly noticed
:ordance with Chapter 22.72 of the City of
a€ Code.
(bb) This grant shall not be
effective for any purpose until the permittee
and owners 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 Comm
pity and Development Services Department,
their affidavit statinc that they are aware and agree to accept all the
conditions of this grant. Further, this grant shall not be effective until
the permittee pays remaining City processing fees.
(cc) If the Department c
Code Section 711.
applicant shall rer
approval, a cashier
in connection with F
this project is not
project has more t
applicant shall als(
such fee and any fi
The Planning Commission shall:
(a) Certify to the
Fish and Game determines that Fish and Game
applies to the approval of this project, then the
it to the City, within five days of this grant's
check of $25.00 for a documentary handling fee
sh and Game Code requirements. Furthermore, if
)xempt from a filing fee imposed because the
an a deminimis impact on fish and wildlife, the
pay to the Department of Fish and Game any
e which the Department determines to be owed.
n of this Resolution; and
(b) Forthwith transmit a certified copy of this Resolution, by certified mail
to Robert and Mary Chang, 2800 Steeplechase Lane, Diamond Bar,
CA 91765 and Kent Wu, 1274 E. Center Court Drive, #211, Covina,
CA 91724.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF�f
By: a
Dan Nolan, Gl
iY OF NOVEMBER 2004, BY THE PLANNING
D BAR.
I, James DeStefano, Planning Commiss on Secretary, do hereby certify that the foregoing
Resolution was duly introduced, passed and adopted, at a regular meeting of the Planning
Commission held on the 23rd day of N vember 2004, by the following vote:
AYES: Commissioners: I Tye, V/C Tanaka, Low, McManus, Chair Nolan
NOES: Commissioners I None.
ABSENT: Commissioners: I None.
ABSTAIN: Co si a None.
ATTEST:
J s DeStefa , Secretary
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PLANNI
G COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. 2004-50
A RESOLUTION OF THE DIA OND BAR PLANNING COMMISSION
APPROVING DEVELOPMENT REVIEW NO. 2004-17/TREE PERMIT
NO. 2004-10 AND CATEGORIC L EXEMPTION 15303, A REQUEST TO
CONSTRUCT AN APPROXIMA E 1,382 SQUARE FEET TWO STORY
ADDITION WITH 990 SQUARE F ET TWO STORY BALCONY AND PATIO
COVER COLONNADE IN THE EAR OF AN EXISTING 4,588 LIVABLE
SQUARE FEET TWO STORY INGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE WITH A
FOUR CAR GARAGE. THE REQ JEST ALSO INCLUDES THE REMOVAL
AND REPLACEMENT OF PROT CTED/PRESERVED OAK AND WALNUT
TREES TO GRADE AND CONS RUCT A SERIES OF RETAINING WALLS
IN AREAS OF VARYING TOPOGRAPHY FROM TWO TO SEVEN FEET
EXPOSED HEIGHT. THE GRAD ING AND WALLS CREATE A NEW PAD
FOR THE PROPOSED 338 SQU RE FEET GUESTHOUSE/RECREATION
ROOM. THE PROJECT ALSO INCLUDES A BASKETBALL COURT,
SWIMMING POOL, AND SPA. THE PROJECT SITE IS LOCATED AT
2800 STEEPLECHASE LANE (OT 58, TRACT NO. 30289), DIAMOND
BAR, CALIFORNIA.
A. RECITALS
1 The property owners, Rob rt and Mary Chang, and applicant's agent, Kent
Wu, filed Development Review No. 2004-17/Tree Permit No. 2004-10
applications for a property ocated at 2800 Steeplechase Lane (Lot 58, Tract
No. 30289), Diamond Bar, Los Angeles County, California, as described in
the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject
Development Review/Tre Permit and Categorical Exemption shall be
referred to as the "Application."
2. On November 5, 2004, 33 property owners within the project's 500 -foot
radius were mailed a pub is hearing notice. On November 9, 2004, three
other locations within the application's vicinity were posted. On
November 12, 2004, the p oject's public hearing notification was published in
the San Gabriel Valley Tribune and Inland Valley Daily Bulletin newspapers
and a public hearing notice display board was posted at the site.
3. On November 23, 2004, t e Planning Commission of the City of Diamond
Bar conducted and con luded a duly noticed public hearing on the
Application.
B. RESOLUTION
NOW, THEREFORE, it is foun
Commission of the City of Diamoi
Regulations.
1. The Planning Commission (hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set
forth in the Recitals, Part A
2. The Planning Commission
above in this Resolution i;
Environmental Quality Act
3.
4.
m
, determined and resolved by the Planning
d Bar as follows:
of this Resolution are true and correct.
hereby determines that the project identified
categorically exempt per the 1970 California
CEQA), Section 15303.
hereby specifically finds and determines that,
rd as a whole including the findings set forth
erations which have been incorporated into and
;ed project set forth in the Application, there is no
ig Commission that the project proposed herein
n adverse effect on wild life resources or the
p
d
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
will have the potential of
evidence before this Planni
conditioned upon the propo
below, and changes and a
having considered the rec
The Planning Commission
Based upon the findings a
Commission hereby finds a
(a)
The project parcel is
addressed 2800 Ste
project parcel is appr
feet and 30,060 usat
a rear slope, flood h
and storm drain ease
2002.
(b) The General Plan L
dwelling unit per acr
20,000.
(c) The R-1-20,000 zon
(d) The Application is
square feet two story
and patio cover colt
square feet two story
The request also
protected/preserved
series of retaining w
nd conclusions set forth herein, this Planning
s follows:
Lot 58, Tract 30289, APN 8713-018-030, and
eplechase Lane, Diamond Bar, California. The
oximately.82 gross acres, 35,719 gross square
ale square feet. It is an irregularly shaped lot with
azard area, recreational/equestrian easement,
nlment. The original structure was completed in
nd Use designation is Rural Residential (RR), 1
The site is zoned Single-family Residence, R-1
surrounds the site.
r request to construct an approximate 1,382
addition with 990 square feet two story balcony
innade in the rear of an existing 4,588 livable
single-family residence with a four car garage.
includes the removal and replacement of
oak and walnut trees to grade and construct a
ills in areas of varying topography from two to
seven feet exposed height. The grading and walls create a new pad
for the proposed 33 square feet guesthouse/recreation room. The
project also include a basketball court, swimming pool, and spa.
DEVELOPMENT REVIEW
(e) The design and lay ut of the proposed development are consistent
with the General Plan, development standards of the applicable
district, design guid lines, and architectural criteria for specialized
area (e.g., theme areas, specific plans, community plans, boulevards,
or planned developments.
M
(9)
The project parcel, currently developed with a two story, single-family
residence with a legal nonconforming side setback, was established
before the adoption of the City's General Plan and current Municipal
Code. The adopted uly25, 1995, General Plan land use designation
is Rural Residential (RR) (maximum one dwelling unitiper acre). The
Application complies with the City's General Plan objectives and
strategies related to maintaining the integrity of residential
neighborhoods and pen space, the current Diamond Bar Municipal
Code, and with the City's Design Guidelines. There is no specific plan.
The proposed proj ct conforms to applicable provisions of the
Municipal Code; the site coverage is less than 30 percent; it is
comparable with the existing neighborhood; it meets the required
height limitations. The proposed project is a two story addition to the
existing main structure, grading and retaining walls to create a pad for
the one story guesthouse/recreation room that are in accordance with
Municipal Code height standards. The project is not considered an
impact to the surrou 7ding properties' view corridor.
The design and layo t of the proposed development will not interfere
with the use and enjoyment of neighboring existing or future
development, and ill not create traffic or pedestrian hazards.
Shadow Canyon Dri a and Steeplechase Lane adequately serves the
project parcel. Thee and the neighboring streets are designed to
handle minimum traffic created by residential development. The
project parcel is currently developed with two story, single -family
residence. The proposed addition and remodel does not change the
existing single -family use. The Application maintains the existing style
which is consistent with surrounding properties. The structure is not
expected to unreasonably interfere with the use and enjoyment of
neighboring existing or future development.
The architectural deign of the proposed development is compatible
with the characteris ics of the surrounding neighborhood and will
maintain and enha ce the harmonious, orderly and attractive
development contemplated by Chapter 22.48, the General Plan, City
Design Guidelines, or any applicable specific plan.
The single -family re
front and except for t
and guesthouse/recn
the balcony's balustr,
consistent with the e
low levels of mainte
By maintaining the
Application is compa
the General Plan,
There is no specific
(h) The design of the p
environment for its
neighbors, through g
that will remain aest
The colors, materials
and are compliment
offering variety and I
(i) The proposed proje
safety, or welfare o
property values or
improvements in the
Structural plan chec
Fire Department ap
processes will ensue
to the public health,
properties or improv
Covenant and Agre
maintain a single-fa
(j) The proposed proje
idence's architectural style is unchanged in the
e corner quoins is continued in the rearaddition
ation room. The front's multi-levels of roof lines,
de, and stucco create the texture and contrast
isting neighborhood while providing variety and
ance.
existing architectural style and palette the
ible with the neighborhood and consistent with
ity's Design Guidelines and Municipal Code.
Ian.
oposed development will provide a desirable
occupants and visiting public, as well as its
od aesthetic use of materials, texture, and color
etically appealing.
and textures proposed are the same as existing
ry to the existing homes within the area while
w maintenance levels.
t will not be detrimental to the public health,
materially injurious (e.g., negative affect on
resale(s) of property) to the properties or
vicinity.
City permits, and inspections; soils report and
rovals, are required for construction. These
that the finished project will not be detrimental
afety, or welfare, or materially injurious to the
ments in the vicinity. Additionally, a Recorded
ment is required and runs with the land to
ily residence.
t has been reviewed in compliance with the
provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
The City has deter,
exempt per the 197
Section 15303.
fined that the proposed project is categorically
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA),
TREE PERMIT
(k) Preservation of the
would compromise
enjoyment of prope
measures will be im
requested Tree Per,
Many homes withi
required pursuant t
The applicant has
removal of nine oa
xisting oak and walnut trees is not feasible and
the property owner's reasonable use and
y. Surrounding land and appropriate mitigation
lemented in compliance with Section 22.38.130.
submitted that the development requires the
and walnut trees. A 3:1 replacement shall be
the Municipal Code of a like for like species.
The Country Estates have remodeled and
its. Therefore, preservation of these trees would
erty owner's reasonable use and enjoyment of
compromise the p
his property.
5. Based upon the findings and conclusion set forth above, the Planning
Commission hereby appr ves this Application subject to the following
conditions:
(a) The project shall
elevations, roof pla
labeled as Exhibit "
amended herein, a
(b)
(c)
of Public Works a
retaining walls and f
The owner/applican
to provide such se
contractor utilized h
to provide collection
residential, commer
City. It shall be the
duly permitted wast
construction, shall b
trash, debris, and
implementation of t
debris both durin
ubstantially conform to site plan, floor plans,
grading plan, and landscape plan collectively
" dated November 23, 2004, as submitted to,
d approved by the Planning Commission.
shall obtain the Los Angeles County Department
proval in writing with approved plan for the
ood hazard mitigation improvements that connect
the Los Angeles County Strom Drain easement
n Check submittal: grading, retaining walls or
building permit. Said approval shall be submitted to the Planning
Division and the Pu lic Works/Engineering Division.
prior to any City PI
to the storm drain in
The subject site sh
II be maintained in a condition that is free of
and after the construction, addition, or
e entitlement granted herein. The removal of all
refuse, whether during or subsequent to
done only by the property owner, applicant or by
contractor, who has been authorized by the City
transportation, and disposal of solid waste from
ial, construction, and industrial areas within the
applicant's obligation to insure that the waste
s obtained permits from the City of Diamond Bar
ces.
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PUBLIC WORKS
(d) A geotechnical repo prepared by a Geotechnical Engineer, licensed
by the State of Cali ornia shall be submitted to the Public Works
Division for City ap roval. The geotechnical report shall clearly
address potential development, within the flood hazard and Los
Angeles County Storm Drain (LACO-SD) easement area. If use
within the flood hazard area and LACO-SD easement is approved
additional informatio may be required.
(e) The applicant shall submit a Grading Plan prepared by a Civil
Engineer, licensed by the State of California, to the Public Works
Division for City approval. The Grading Plan shall be prepared in
accordance with the City's "Requirements for Grading Plan Check."
(f)
The Grading Plan sh
the elevations of the
grade on both sides
retaining walls shall
all show the location of any retaining walls and
top of wall/footing/retaining and the finished
of the retaining wall. Construction details for
e shown on the Grading Plan.
(g)
(h)
The applicant shall
measures shall be in
through April 15th. T
Pollutant Discharge
incorporate the apps
The standards for U
obtained from the PL
If applicable, the ap
Water Mitigation PI
Engineer.
ubmit an erosion control plan. Erosion control
place for construction starting after October 1st
ie erosion control plan shall conform to national
Elimination System (NPDES) standards and
opriate Best Management Practices (BMP's).
e preparation of erosion control plans can be
blic Works/Engineering Division.
licant shall comply with Standard Urban Storm
n requirements to the satisfaction of the City
m the development shall be conveyed from the
ainage course. No on-site drainage shall be
t parcels, unless that is the natural drainage
(i) All drainage/runoff fir
site to the natural d
conveyed to adjacei
course.
BUILDING AND SAFETY
G)
U
Retaining wall calculations shall be submitted to the City's Building
and Safety Division f r approval and permit after the grading plan is
approved by the Pubic Works Division.
(k) Building setback frori toe of slope at the rear of property shall meet
section 18 of the 20x1 California Code (h/2 or 22.5 feet).
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(I)
(m)
(n)
(0)
(p)
(q)
The pad's finished
Division.
All back fill for reta
record.
The applicant shall
construction and a
The single-family sl
Code, California Plu
2001 National Elect
This single-family stucture shall meet the State Energy Conservation
Standards.
levations shall be approved by the Public Works
ning walls shall be certified by the engineer of
rovide temporary sanitation facilities while under
onstruction fence must protect the project.
ructure shall meet the 2001 California Building
bing Code, California Mechanical Code, and the
ical Code requirements.
The minimum desigh wind pressure shall be 80 miles per hour and
'C" exposure.
(r) Smoke detectors shall be provided in all sleeping rooms.
(s) The applicant shall comply with the requirements of City Planning,
Building and Safety, (Public Works Divisions, and the Fire Department.
(t) Prior to plan check submittal, the applicant shall indicate color and
type (weight) of roof ng materials; and stucco and window colors on
the plans.
(u) The single-family structure requires Fire Department approval and is
located in "Hi h Fire one" and shall meet the following requirements
of that fire zone:
(1)
(2)
(3)
All roof cover ng shall be "Fire Retardant, Class A'; the roofs
shall be fire topped at the eaves to preclude entry of the
flame or me
All enclosed
walls;
All openings i
shall be cove
corrosion-resi
than Y2 inch i
equipped wit n
bers under the fire;
nder-floor areas shall be constructed as exterior
nto the attic, floor, and/or other enclosed areas
ed with
stant wire mesh not less than 1/4 inch nor more
any dimension except where such openings are
sash or door;
(4)
Chimneys sh
screen.
all have spark arresters of maximum 1/2 inch
PLANNING
(v) Prior to any plan c
landscape plan, gra
replacement for the e
gallon Juglans califoi
3, 15 gallon Quercu;
(w)
ieck submittal, the applicant shall revise the
ing plan, and site plan for the planting and 3:1
ight Juglans californica to be replaced by 24, 15
nica and one Quercus agrifolia to be replaced by
agrifolia.
d
As noted above, the trees' replacement shall be shown on a revised
landscape plan and submitted to the Planning Division for review and
approval prior to an City plan check submittal. The trees shall be
shown on the grad ng plan, landscape plan and site plan. The
Owner/Applicant shall comply with the mitigations in the Arborist
Report.
(x) All landscaping shalllbe installed and if required restored in the front
yard prior to the Pla ning Division's final inspection.
(Y)
The single -family re idence shall not be utilized in a manner that
creates adverse effects upon the neighborhood and environmental
setting of the residential site to levels of dust, glare/light, noise, odor,
traffic, or other disturbances to the existing residential neighborhood
and shall not result i significantly adverse effects on public services
and resources. The single -family residence shall not be used for
commerciaVinstitutio al purposes, or otherwise used as a separate
dwelling. The property shall not be used for regular gatherings which
result in a nuisance o which create traffic and parking problems in the
neighborhood.
(z) The owners shall co plete and record a "Covenant and Agreement to
Maintain a Single -family Residence" on a form to be provided by the
City. The covenant must be completed and recorded with the Los
Angeles County's Recorder's Office prior to the issuance of a building
permit.
(aa) This grant is valid for two (2) years and shall be exercised
(i.e., construction) wi hin that period or this grant shall expire. A one-
(1) year extension may be approved when submitted to the City in
writing at least 60 days prior to the expiration date. The Planning
Commission will consider the extension request at a duly noticed
public hearing in accordance with Chapter 22.72 of the City of
Diamond Bar Municipal Code.
(bb) This grant shall not a effective for any purpose until the permittee
and owners 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 Comm nity and Development Services Department,
their affidavit stating that 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 emaining City processing fees.
(cc) If the Department o Fish and Game determines that Fish and Game
Code Section 711, applies to the approval of this project, then the
applicant shall re it to the City, within five days of this grant's
approval, a cashier' check of $25.00 for a documentary handling fee
in connection with F sh and Game Code requirements. Furthermore, if
this project is not xempt from a filing fee imposed because the
project has more tan a deminimis impact on fish and wildlife, the
applicant shall also pay to the Department of Fish and Game any
such fee and any fi e which the Department determines to be owed.
The Planning Commission shall:
(a) Certify to the adoption of this Resolution; and
(b) Forthwith transmit certified copy of this Resolution, by certified mail
to Robert and MaryChang, 2800 Steeplechase Lane, Diamond Bar,
CA 91765 and Ke t Wu, 1274 E. Center Court Drive, #211, Covina,
CA 91724.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 2 AY OF NOVEMBER 2004, BY THE PLANNING
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF Df/— ND BAR.
By:
I, James DeStefano, Planning Commiss on Secretary, do hereby certify that the foregoing
Resolution was duly introduced, passed and adopted, at a regular meeting of the Planning
Commission held on the 23rd day of N vember 2004, by the following vote:
AYES: Commissioners: Tye, V/C Tanaka, Low, McManus, Chair Nolan
NOES: Commissioners None.
ABSENT: Commissioners: None.
ABSTAIN: Conimissime None.
ATTEST: