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RESOLUi
G COMMISSION
ION NO. 2005-16
A RESOLUTION OF THE DIAMOND BAR PLANNING
COMMISSION APPROVING DEVELOPMENT REVIEW
NO. 2005-1 01MINOR CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2005-08
AND CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION 15301(e), A REQUEST TO
CONSTRUCT AN APPROXIMATE 1,460 SQUARE FEET TWO
STORY ADDITION AND08 SQUARE FEET BALCONYIPATIO
COVER TO THE EXISTIN 1,338 LIVABLE SQUARE FEET, TWO-
STORY, LEGAL NONCON ORMING SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE
WITH A TWO CAR GARA E. THE PROJECT SITE IS LOCATED AT
1712 FERN HOLLOW D I.
(LOT 206, TRACT NO. 28579),
DIAMOND BAR, CALIFORNIA.
A. RECITALS
1. The property owner, Linda Chuan, and applicant, Thomas Chuan, have filed
Development Review No. 2005-10, Minor Conditional Use Permit
No. 2005-08 applications for a property located at 1712 Fern Hollow Drive
(Lot 206, Tract No. 28579), Diamond Bar, Los Angeles County, California, as
described in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the
subject Development Review, Minor Conditional Use Permit, and Categorical
Exemption shall be referred to as the "Application."
2. On April 12, 2005, 61 property owners within the project's 500 -foot radius
were mailed a public hearing notice and three other locations within the
application's vicinity were hosted. On April 15, 2005, the project'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 April 26, 2005, the Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar
conducted and concluded 0 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 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
above in this Resolution is
Environmental Quality Act ((
3. The Planning Commission
having considered the recc
.below, and changes and altE
conditioned upon the propos
evidence before this Plannin
will have the potential of ai
habitat upon which the wildli
this Planning Commission hf
contained in Section 753.:
Regulations.
hereby determines that the project identified
categorically exempt per the 1970 California
o,EQA), Section 15301(e).
lereby specifically finds and determines that,
'd as a whole including the findings set forth
rations which have been incorporated into and
;d project set forth in the Application, there is no
i Commission that the project proposed herein
adverse effect on wild life resources or the
e depends. Based upon substantial evidence,
reby rebuts the presumption of adverse effects
(d) of Title 14 of the California Code of
4. Based upon the findings ar�d conclusions set forth herein, this Planning
Commission hereby finds as follows:
(a) The project parcel is
addressed 1712 Fern
project site is approxir
usable square feet. It i,-
story,
sstory, legal nonconfoi
completed in 1977.
Lot 206, Tract 28579, APN 8292-022-044,
Hollow Drive, Diamond Bar, California. The
ately .19 gross acres: 8,350 gross and 6,300
an irregularly shaped lot with the existing two-
ning single family residence approved and
(b) The General Plan Land Use designation is Low Density Residential
(RL), maximum 3 dw Ming units per acre. The site is zoned Single
family Residence, R-1 10,000.
(c) To the north, south, and east is the R-1-10,000 zone and single family
use; and to the west is the SR 57 freeway.
(d) The Application reque:
addition and 208 squat
livable square feet, t
residence with a two
approval is required
nonconforming front si
DEVELOPMENT REVIEW
(e) The design and layout
with the General Plan,
an approximate 1,460 square feet two-story
feet balcony/patio cover to the existing 1,338
:)-story, legal nonconforming single family
it garage. A Minor Conditional Use Permit
to allow the continuation of the legal
back distance.
the proposed development are consistent
✓elopment standards of the applicable
district, design guido
area (e.g., theme ars
or planned developn
The project site, cup
residence was estal
Plan and current Mu
Plan land use desigr
3 dwelling units/per
General Plan objec
integrity of residenti
Diamond Bar Munici
There is no specific ,
The proposed pro,
Municipal Code; th
comparable with th
height limitations; a,
than the existing str
ines, and architectural criteria for specialized
s, specific plans, community pians, boulevards,
ently developed with a two-story, single family
ished before the adoption of the City's General
icipal Code. The adopted July 25, 1995, General
ition is Low Density Residential (RL) (maximum
acre). The Application complies with the City's
ves and strategies related to maintaining the
l neighborhoods and open space, the current
al Code, and with the City's Design Guidelines.
ian.
I conforms to applicable provisions of the
site coverage is less than 40 percent, it is
existing neighborhood; it meets the required
it does not encroach into the setbacks further
(f) The design and layo t of the proposed development will not interfere
with the use and enjoyment of neighboring existing or future
development, and wi l not create traffic or pedestrian hazards.
Pathfinder Road and Fern Hollow Drive adequately serve the project
site. These and the neighboring streets are designed to handle
minimum traffic created by residential development. The project site is
currently developed with a two-story, legal nonconforming single
family residence. The proposed addition does not change the existing
single family use. The Application maintains the existing style
consistent with surrotinding properties. The structure is not expected
to unreasonably interfere with the use and enjoyment of neighboring
streets existing or fut redevelopment,
(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 contemplated by Chapter 22.48, the General plan, City
Design Guidelines, or any applicable specific plan.
The single family residence's contemporary architectural style is
retained. The proposed two-story addition is in the rear. The design's
multi-level roofs blend into the existing two-story. The windows,
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roofing, stucco and sl one add texture and contrast for variety and low
maintenance levels. The application's architectural style and palette
are compatible with the other homes in the neighborhood and
consistent with the General Plan, City's Design Guidelines and
Municipal Code. Thee 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 is aesthetically 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 orresale(s) of property) to the properties or
improvements in the vicinity.
Structural plan check, City permits, and inspections; soils report and
Fire Department approvals, are required for construction. These
processes will ensure that the finished project will not be detrimental
to the public health, Safety, welfare, or materially injurious to the
properties or improvements in the vicinity. Additionally, a Recorded
Covenant and Agreeent is required and runs with the land to
maintain a single fami residence.
(j) The proposed project 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 in accordance With the 1970 California Environmental Quality
Act (CEQA), Section 1 301(e).
NONCONFORMING STRUCTURES
M The addition, enlargement, extension, reconstruction, relocation or
structural alteration oft the nonconforming structure would not result in
the structure becoming incompatible with other structures in the
neighborhood.
As stated in Item (g), the proposed project is compatible with other
structures in the vicinit. Many one and two-story structures in the
vicinity have remodeledand added square footage.
(I) The addition, enlarclement, extension, reconstruction, relocation or
structural alteration of the nonconforming structure would not result in
the structure becoming inconsistent with the General Pian or any
applicable specific plan.
As stated in Items (e) and (g), the proposed project is consistent with
the City's General Plan objectives and strategies, Chapter 22.48 of
the Municipal Code, and City Design Guidelines.
(m) The addition, enlargement, extension, reconstruction, relocation or
structural alteration of the nonconforming structure would not result in
the structure becoming a restriction to the eventual/future compliance
with the applicable regulations of the Municipal Code.
The existing parcel was approved by Tract Map No. 28579, Lot 206,
as .19 acres. The existing structure was completed under the Los
Angeles County Codq in 9977 and met the required setbacks of that
Code prior to the City's incorporation.
Legal nonconforming, is defined as any parcel or structure that was
legally created or constructed prior to the current Diamond Bar
Municipal Code's adoption in November 3, 9998, and which does not
conform to current Code provisions/standards prescribed for the
zoning district in whi h the use is located. The structures in this tract
were approved with six feet of public right-of-way counted in the
setback measurement. The front setback is 17 feet from the property
line. Like the other homes, the setback looks larger because the city's
parkway is behind M sidewalk, not in front. Today's front setback
requirement is 20 f et from the property line. Therefore, legal
nonconforming findin s and Minor Conditional Use Permit approval
are required by the Panning Commission.
The proposed project conforms to the other applicable provisions of
the Municipal Code. e exteriorlimits of the new construction do not
exceed the applicable height limit or encroach further into the
setbacks than the comparable portions of the existing structure where
the nonconformity ex'sts. No further nonconforming status of this
parcel is anticipated.
(n) The addition, enlargement, extension, reconstruction, relocation or
structural alteration of the nonconforming structure would not result in
the structure becoming detrimental to the health, safety, and general
welfare of persons residing in the neighborhood.
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Structural plan check, City permits, and inspections; soils report and
Fire Department approvals, are required for construction. These
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 improv ments in the vicinity. Additionally, a Recorded
Covenant and Agreement is required and runs with the land to
maintain a single-fau ily residence.
(o) The addition, enlargement, extension, reconstruction, relocation or
structural alteration of the nonconforming structure would not result in
the structure becoming detrimental and/or injurious to property and
improvements in the ieighborhood,
As stated in Items (-h), the architectural design of the proposed
development is com'
atible with the surrounding neighborhood's
characteristics 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.
Also, as stated in Ite (i), structural plan check, City permits, and
inspections; soils report and Fire Department approvals are required
for construction. These processes will ensure that the finished project
will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare, or
materially injurious to he properties or improvements in the vicinity.
MINOR CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
(p) The proposed use is allowed within the subject -zoning district with the
approval of a Minor ponditional Use Permit and complies with all
other applicable provi ions of the Municipal Code.
As stated in Items (e -o), the proposed use is allowed within the zoning
district and complies with all other applicable provisions of the
Municipal Code.
(q) The proposed use is consistent with the General Plan and any
applicable specific pla
As stated in Item (e), th proposed use is consistent with the General
Plan and any there is no applicable specific plan.
(r) The design, location, size and operating characteristics of the
proposed use are com atible with the existing and future land uses in
the vicinity.
As stated in Items (� o), the design, location, size, etc., is compatible
with the existing an future land uses in the vicinity.
(s) The subject site is physically suitable forthe type and density/intensity
of use being proposed including access, provisions of utilities,
compatibility with a joining land uses, and the absence of physical
constraints.
As stated in Items (-o), the subject site is physically suitable for the
type and density/intensity of use being proposed including access,
provisions of utilities compatibility with adjoining land uses, and the
absence of physical constraints.
(t) Granting the Minor Conditional Use Permit will not be detrimental to
the public interest, hE alth, safety, convenience, welfare, or materially
injurious to person, property or improvements in the vicinity and
zoning districts in wh ch the property is located.
Structural plan check, City permits, and inspections; soils report and
Fire Department approvals, are required for construction. These
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, a Recorded
Covenant and Agreement is required and runs with the land to
maintain a single-farr ily residence.
(u) The proposed project has been reviewed in compliance with the
provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
The City has determiried that the proposed project is categorically
exempt per the 1970 California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA),
Section 15301(e).
5. Based upon the findings and conclusion set forth above, the Planning
Commission hereby approves this Application subject to the following
conditions:
(a) The project shall substantially conform to site plan, floor plans, and
elevations collectively abeled as Exhibit "A" dated April 26, 2005, as
submitted to, amend d herein, and approved by the Planning
Commission.
(b) The subject site shall be maintained in a condition that is free of
debris both during and after the construction, addition, or
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implementation of th
trash, debris, and
construction, shall b
duly permitted waste
to provide collection,
residential, commerc
City. It shall be the
contractor utilized ha
to provide such servi
PUBLIC WORKS
(c) The applicant shall su
Works Division illustrc
plan; surface water
minimum slope. Ero:
construction started
control plan shall cont
System (NPDES) sta
Management Practice
erosion control pla
Works/Engineering Di
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
al, construction, and industrial areas within the
applicant's obligation to insure that the waste
obtained permits from the City of Diamond Bar
mit a Drainage Plan to the Engineering/Public
ing the drainage pattern and an erosion control
hall drain away from the building at a 2%
on control measures shall be in place for
ter October 1 through April 15. The erosion
rm to national Pollutant Discharge Elimination
dards and incorporate the appropriate Best
(BMP's). The standards for the preparation of
s can be obtained from the Public
ision.
(d) If applicable, the appli ant shall comply with Standard Urban Storm
Water Mitigation Plan requirements to the satisfaction of the City
Engineer.
BUILDING AND SAFETY
(e) The applicant shall
construction.
(f) If required by the Build
the project.
(g) The single family strui
Code including smok(
requirements; and 20,
Mechanical Codes.
(h) This single family stru
Standards.
e temporary sanitation facilities during
ing Official, a construction fence shall protect
ture shall meet the 2001 California Building
detectors and rescue window and egress
1 editions of the Electrical, Plumbing, and
ire shall meet the State Energy Conservation
(i) The minimum design wind pressure shall be 80 miles per hour and
"C" exposure. The City is in seismic zone four (4). Applicant shall
submit drawings and calculations prepared by a licensed
architect/engineer with wet stamp and signature.
(j) Prior to the Building and Safety plan check submittal, the building
setback shall be shown from any slope (toe or top) and shall meet
Chapter 18 of the 2001 California Building Code.
(k) The single family structure requires Fire Department approval and is
located in "Hicih Hazard Fire Zone" and shall meet the following
requirements of that fire zone:
(1) All roof coveri g shall be "Fire Retardant." Tile roofs shall be
fire stopped at the eaves to preclude entry of the flame or
members under the fire;
(2) All enclosed under -floor areas shall be constructed as exterior
walls;
(3) All openings into the attic, floor, and/or other enclosed areas
shall be covered with corrosion -resistant wire mesh not less
than "/4 inch nor more than '/z inch in any dimension except
where such o enings are equipped with sash or door;
(4) Chimneys shz 11 have spark arresters of maximum '/z inch
screen.
PLANNING
(I) The applicant shall comply with the requirements of City Planning,
Building and Safety, Public Works Divisions, and the Fire Department.
(m) The landscaping/irrigation shall be installed or replaced in the front
yard prior to the Planning Division's final inspection. Any walls, gates,
fountains, dense plant material, etc., that may be proposed within the
front setback shall no exceed a maximum height of 42 inches.
(n) The single family res
creates adverse effec
setting of the resident)
traffic, or other disturb
and shall not result in
and resources. The
commercial/institution
dwelling. The property
idence shall not be utilized in a manner that
is upon the neighborhood and environmental
al site to levels of dust, glare/light, noise, odor,
ances to the existing residential neighborhood
Significantly adverse effects on public services
ingle family residence shall not be used for
31 purposes, or otherwise used as a separate
shall not be used for regular gatherings which
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result in a nuisance
neighborhood.
which create traffic and parking problems in the
(o) The owners shall complete 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.
(p) This approval is valid
for two (2) years and shall be exercised
(i.e., construction) within
that period or this approval 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.
(q) This approval 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 (15)
days of approval, at the City of Diamond Bar
Community and Development
Services Department, their affidavit
stating that they are a
are and agree to accept all the conditions of
this approval. Further,
this approval shall not be effective until the
permittee pays remaining
City processing fees.
(r) If the Department of Fish
and Game determines that Fish and Game
Code Section 711.4 applies
to the approval of this project, then the
applicant shall remit to
the City, within five days of this approval, a
cashier's check of $,25.00
for a documentary handling fee in
connection with Fish arid
Game Code requirements. Furthermore, if
this project is not exempt
from a filing fee imposed because the
project has more than
a deminimis impact on fish and wildlife, the
applicant shall also pa
to the Department of Fish and Game any
such fee and any fine which
the Department determines to be owed.
The Planning Commission shall:
(a) Certify to the adoption
(b) Forthwith transmit a ce
to Linda Chuan, 1712
and applicant, Thom;
Heights, CA 91748.
this Resolution; and
�d copy of this Resolution, by certified mail
n Hollow Drive, Diamond Bar, CA 91765
Chuan, 2233 Alexdale Lane, Rowland
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 20th DAY OF APRIL 2005, BY THE PLANNING
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR.
McManus, Chairman
I, James DbStefano, Planning Commission Secretary, do hereby certify that the foregoing
Resolution was duly introduced, passed, and adopted, at a regular meeting of the Planning
Commission held on the 26th day of Ap it 2005, by the following vote:
AYES:
Commissioner: T
NOES:
Commissioner: N
ABSENT:
Commissioner: N
ABSTAIN:
Commissioner: N,
ATTEST:
, V/C Low, Nolan, Tanaka, Chair McManus
e.
mes UeS tefano, 7ecretary
PLANNING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. 2005-16
A RESOLUTION OF THE DIAMOND BAR PLANNING
COMMISSION APPROVING DEVELOPMENT REVIEW
NO. 2005-10/MINOR CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2005-08
AND CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION 15301(e), A REQUEST TO
CONSTRUCT AN APPROXIMATE 1,460 SQUARE FEET TWO
STORY ADDITION AND 08 SQUARE FEET BALCONY/PATIO
COVER TO THE EXISTING 1,338 LIVABLE SQUARE FEET, TWO-
STORY, LEGAL NONCON ORMING SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE
WITH A TWO CAR GARA E. THE PROJECT SITE IS LOCATED AT
1712 FERN HOLLOW D IVE (LOT 206, TRACT NO. 28579),
DIAMOND BAR, CALIFORNIA.
A. RECITALS
1 The property owner, Linda Chuan, and applicant, Thomas Chuan, have filed
Development Review N 2005-10, Minor Conditional Use Permit
No. 2005-08 applications for a property located at 1712 Fern Hollow Drive
(Lot 206, Tract No. 28579), Diamond Bar, Los Angeles County, California, as
described in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the
subject Development Review, Minor Conditional Use Permit, and Categorical
Exemption shall be referreQI to as the "Application."
2. On April 12, 2005, 61 property owners within the project's 500 -foot radius
were mailed a public hearing notice and three other locations within the
application's vicinity were posted. On April 15, 2005, the project'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 April 26, 2005, the Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar
conducted and concluded 0 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 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 ihereby determines that the project identified
above in this Resolution is categorically exempt per the 1970 California
Environmental Quality Act ( EQA), Section 15301(e).
3. The Planning Commission ereby specifically finds and determines that,
having considered the reco d as a whoe including the findings set forth
.below, and changes and alt rations which have been incorporated into and
conditioned upon the propos d project set forth in the Application, there is no
evidence before this Plannin Commission that the project proposed herein
will have the potential of a adverse effect on wild life resources or the
habitat upon which the wildli e depends. Based upon substantial evidence,
this 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 and conclusions set forth herein, this Planning
Commission hereby finds as follows:
(a) The project parcel is Lot 206, Tract 28579, APN 8292-022-044,
addressed 1712 Fern Hollow Drive, Diamond Bar, California. The
project site is approxi ately .19 gross acres: 8,350 gross and 6,300
usable square feet. It i an irregularly shaped lot with the existing two-
story, legal nonconfo ming single family residence approved and
completed in 1977.
(b) The General Plan Lan Use designation is Low Density Residential
(RL), maximum 3 dw fling units per acre. The site is zoned Single
family Residence, R-1 10,000.
(c) To the north, south, and east is the R-1-10,000 zone and single family
use; and to the west is the SR 57 freeway.
(d) The Application reques s an approximate 1,460 square feet two-story
addition and 208 squat feet balcony/patio cover to the existing 1,338
livable square feet, To -story legal nonconforming single family
residence with a two ar garage. A Minor Conditional Use Permit
approval is required to allow the continuation of the legal
nonconforming front s tback distance.
DEVELOPMENT REVIEW
(e) The design and layout of the proposed development are consistent
with the General Plan, development standards of the applicable
district, design guid
area (e.g., theme an
or planned developr
The project site, curl
residence was esta
Plan and current Mu
Plan land use design
3 dwelling units/per
General Plan object
integrity of residents
Diamond Bar Munici
There is no specific
The proposed prof ct conforms to applicable provisions of the
Municipal Code; th site coverage is less than 40 percent; it is
comparable with the existing neighborhood; it meets the required
height limitations; an it does not encroach into the setbacks further
than the existing stru ture.
M
(9)
The design and layoff
with the use and
development, and wi
Pathfinder Road and
site. These and the
minimum traffic creak
currently developed
-lines, and architectural criteria for specialized
as, specific plans, community plans, boulevards,
cents.
,ently developed with a two-story, single family
lished before the adoption of the City's General
ricipal Code. The adopted July 25, 1995, General
ation is Low Density Residential (RL) (maximum
acre). The Application complies with the City's
Ives and strategies related to maintaining the
1 neighborhoods and open space, the current
al Code, and with the City's Design Guidelines.
Ian.
t of the proposed development will not interfere
enjoyment of neighboring existing or future
I not create traffic or pedestrian hazards.
ern Hollow Drive adequately serve the project
neighboring streets are designed to handle
d by residential development. The project site is
with a two-story, legal nonconforming single
family residence. The proposed addition does not change the existing
single family use.
consistent with surrot
to unreasonably inter
streets existing or fut
The architectural desi
with the characteristi
maintain and enhan
development contemi
Design Guidelines, or
he Application maintains the existing style
nding properties. The structure is not expected
ere with the use and enjoyment of neighboring
ire development.
gn of the proposed development is compatible
;s of the surrounding neighborhood and will
ce the harmonious, orderly and attractive
plated by Chapter 22.48, the General Plan, City
any applicable specific plan.
The single family residence's contemporary architectural style is
retained. The proposed two-story addition is in the rear. The design's
multi-level roofs bleu into the existing two-story. The windows,
roofing, stucco and s;
maintenance levels.
are compatible with
consistent with the
Municipal Code. The
(h)
(i)
The design of the p
environment for its
neighbors, through g
that is aesthetically a
The City has determir
exempt in accordance
Act (CEQA), Section 1
The colors, materials,and textures proposed are the same as existing
and are compliments to the existing homes within the area while
offering variety and I w maintenance levels.
The proposed projec
safety, or welfare or
property values or
improvements in the
Structural plan check,
Fire Department app
processes will ensure
to the public health,
properties or improves
Covenant and Agree
maintain a single fami
Q) The proposed project
provisions of the Calift
NONCONFORMING STRUCTURES
(k) The addition, enlarger
structural alteration of t
the structure becomin
neighborhood.
one add texture and contrast for variety and low
The application's architectural style and palette
the other homes in the neighborhood and
General Plan, City's Design Guidelines and
re is no specific plan.
oposed development will provide a desirable
ppccupants and visiting public, as well as its
od aesthetic use of materials, texture, and color
-pealing.
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
!hat the finished project will not be detrimental
'afety, welfare, or materially injurious to the
vents in the vicinity. Additionally, a Recorded
nent is required and runs with the land to
v residence.
has been reviewed in compliance with the
rnia Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
ad that the proposed project is categorically
Nith the 1970 California Environmental Quality
5301(e).
ent, extension, reconstruction, relocation or
e nonconforming structure would not result in
incompatible with other structures in the
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As stated in Item (g), ti
structures in the vicinit
vicinity have remodelec
e proposed project is compatible with other
Many one and two-story structures in the
and added square footage.
(I)
(m)
The addition, enlar
structural alteration
the structure becoi
applicable specific I
ement, extension, reconstruction, relocation or
f the nonconforming structure would not result in
ing inconsistent with the General Plan or any
an.
As stated in Items (e
the City's General F
the Municipal Code,
) and (g), the proposed project is consistent with
Ian objectives and strategies, Chapter 22.48 of
and City Design Guidelines.
The addition, enlarg ment, extension, reconstruction, relocation or
structural alteration Of the nonconforming structure would not result in
the structure becomi g a restriction to the eventual/future compliance
with the applicable regulations of the Municipal Code.
The existing parcel vas approved by Tract Map No. 28579, Lot 206,
as .19 acres. The existing structure was completed under the Los
Angeles County Cod in 1977 and met the required setbacks of that
Code prior to the City's incorporation.
Legal nonconformin
legally created or c
Municipal Code's ad
conform to current
zoning district in whi
were approved with
setback measuremen
line. Like the other ho
parkway is behind th
requirement is 20 f
nonconforming findin
is defined as any parcel or structure that was
nstructed prior to the current Diamond Bar
ption in November 3, 1998, and which does not
ode provisions/standards prescribed for the
the use is located. The structures in this tract
six feet of public right-of-way counted in the
It. The front setback is 17 feet from the property
es, the setback looks larger because the city's
sidewalk, not in front. Today's front setback
et from the property line. Therefore, legal
s and Minor Conditional Use Permit approval
are required by the Panning Commission.
The proposed project conforms to the other applicable provisions of
the Municipal Code. The exterior limits of the new construction do not
exceed the applicab e height limit or encroach further into the
setbacks than the comparable portions of the existing structure where
the nonconformity exsts. No further nonconforming status of this
parcel is anticipated.
(n) The addition, enlarge
structural alteration of
the structure becoming
welfare of persons res
nent, extension, reconstruction, relocation or
he nonconforming structure would not result in
detrimental to the health, safety, and general
ding in the neighborhood.
Structural plan checi
Fire Department ap
processes will ensun
to the public health,
properties or improve
Covenant and Agre
maintain a single -fan
(o) The addition, enlarge
structural alteration o
the structure becomi
improvements in the
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.
0
ment, extension, reconstruction, relocation or
the nonconforming structure would not result in
g detrimental and/or injurious to property and
ieighborhood.
As stated in Items 0
development is com,
characteristics and
attractive developmer
Plan, City Design Gui
Also, as stated in Ite
inspections; soils repo
for construction. Thes
will not be detriment
materially injurious to
-h), the architectural design of the proposed
oatible with the surrounding neighborhood's
will maintain the harmonious, orderly and
it contemplated by Chapter 22.48, the General
defines, or any applicable specific plan.
n (i), structural plan check, City permits, and
it and Fire Department approvals are required
processes will ensure that the finished project
al to the public health, safety, or welfare, or
he properties or improvements in the vicinity.
MINOR CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
(p)
The proposed use is allowed within the subject -zoning district with the
approval of a Minor Conditional Use Permit and complies with all
other applicable prove ions of the Municipal Code.
As stated in Items (e o,
district and complies
Municipal Code.
the proposed use is allowed within the zoning
with all other applicable provisions of the
(q) The proposed use is
applicable specific pla
consistent with the General Plan and any
As stated in Item (e), the proposed use is consistent with the General
Plan and any there is no applicable specific plan.
(r) The design, location
proposed use are com
the vicinity.
size and operating characteristics of the
atible with the existing and future land uses in
As stated in Items ($-o), the design, location, size, etc., is compatible
(s) The subject site is p
of use being prop
compatibility with a
constraints.
future land uses in the vicinity.
ysically suitable for the type and density/intensity
sed including access, provisions of utilities,
joining land uses, and the absence of physical
As stated in Items (
type and density/int
provisions of utilities
absence of physical
(t) Granting the Minor
the public interest, h
injurious to person,
zoning districts in wh
Structural plan chec
Fire Department ap
processes will ensue
to the public health,
properties or improv
Covenant and Agre
maintain a single-fa
-o), the subject site is physically suitable for the
nsity of use being proposed including access,
compatibility with adjoining land uses, and the
onstraints.
onditional Use Permit will not be detrimental to
alth, safety, convenience, welfare, or materially
property or improvements in the vicinity and
ch the property is located.
, 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.
(u) The proposed proje t has been reviewed in compliance with the
provisions of the Calii ornia Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
The City has determi
ed that the proposed project is categorically
exempt per the 1970 California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA),
Section 15301(e).
5. Based upon the findings a
d conclusion set forth above, the Planning
Commission hereby approves this Application subject to the following
conditions:
(a) The project shall sub
elevations collectively
submitted to, amend
Commission.
tantially conform to site plan, floor plans, and
abeled as Exhibit "A" dated April 26, 2005, as
d herein, and approved by the Planning
(b) The subject site shall be maintained in a condition that is free of
debris both during and after the construction, addition, or
implementation of th{
trash, debris, and
construction, shall be
duly permitted waste
to provide collection,
residential, commerc
City. It shall be the
contractor utilized ha!
to provide such servi
PUBLIC WORKS
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
al, construction, and industrial areas within the
applicant's obligation to insure that the waste
obtained permits from the City of Diamond Bar
;es.
(c) The applicant shall submit a Drainage Plan to the Engineering/Public
Works Division illustr Ling the drainage pattern and an erosion control
plan; surface water hall drain away from the building at a 2%
minimum slope. Ero ion control measures shall be in place for
construction started fter October 1 through April 15. The erosion
control plan shall conf rm to national Pollutant Discharge Elimination
System (NPDES) sta dards and incorporate the appropriate Best
Management Practice (BMP's). The standards for the preparation of
erosion control plans can be obtained from the Public
Works/Engineering Di ision.
(d) If applicable, the appli—ant shall comply with Standard Urban Storm
Water Mitigation Plan requirements to the satisfaction of the City
Engineer.
BUILDING AND SAFETY
(e) The applicant shall provide temporary sanitation facilities during
construction.
(f)
If required by the Building Official, a construction fence shall protect
the project.
(g) The single family stru ture shall meet the 2001 California Building
Code including smok detectors and rescue window and egress
requirements; and 20 1 editions of the Electrical, Plumbing, and
Mechanical Codes.
(h) This single family struct$re shall meet the State Energy Conservation
Standards.
(i) The minimum desig wind pressure shall be 80 miles per hour and
"C" exposure. The pity is in seismic zone four (4). Applicant shall
submit drawings nd calculations prepared by a licensed
architect/engineer ith wet stamp and signature.
a)
Prior to the Buildin
setback shall be sh
Chapter 18 of the 2
(k) The single family structure requires Fire Department approval and is
located in "Hi h Hazard Fire Zone" and shall meet the following
requirements of that fire zone:
(1)
PLANNING
(I)
(2)
(3)
(4)
All roof coveri
fire stopped
members and
All enclosed ui
walls;
All openings it
shall be cover
than 1/4 inch n
where such o
Chimneys shz
screen.
and Safety plan check submittal, the building
wn from any slope (toe or top) and shall meet
01 California Building Code.
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d
ig shall be "Fire Retardant." Tile roofs shall be
t the eaves to preclude entry of the flame or
—r the fire;
ider-floor areas shall be constructed as exterior
ito the attic, floor, and/or other enclosed areas
ed with corrosion -resistant wire mesh not less
or more than Y2 inch in any dimension except
enings are equipped with sash or door;
II have spark arresters of maximum '/2 inch
The applicant shall c
Building and Safety, F
omply with the requirements of City Planning,
ublic Works Divisions, and the Fire Department.
(m) The landscaping/irrig
yard prior to the Plan
fountains, dense plan
front setback shall no
tion shall be installed or replaced in the front
ing Division's final inspection. Any walls, gates,
material, etc., that may be proposed within the
exceed a maximum height of 42 inches.
(n) The single family res dence shall not be utilized in a manner that
creates adverse elle is upon the neighborhood and environmental
setting of the residential site to levels of dust, glare/light, noise, odor,
traffic, or other disturb nces to the existing residential neighborhood
and shall not result in ignificantly adverse effects on public services
and resources. The Ingle family residence shall not be used for
commercial/institution I purposes, or otherwise used as a separate
dwelling. The property shall not be used for regular gatherings which
result in a nuisance o
neighborhood.
(o) The owners shall con
Maintain a Single fan
City. The covenant r
Angeles County's Re
permit.
(p)
This approval is vali
(i.e., construction) wit
one -(1) year extensioi
in writing at least 60 a
Commission will con
public hearing in ac
Diamond Bar Municip
(q)
(r)
This approval shall not
and owners of the prop
filed, within fifteen (15'
Community and Deve
stating that they are a\
this approval. Further,
permittee pays remain
which create traffic and parking problems in the
plete and record a "Covenant and Agreement to
ily Residence" on a form to be provided by the
wst be completed and recorded with the Los
order's Office prior to the issuance of a building
J for two (2) years and shall be exercised
iin that period or this approval shall expire. A
r may be approved when submitted to the City
ays prior to the expiration date. The Planning
rder the extension request at a duly noticed
ordance with Chapter 22.72 of the City of
I Code.
be effective for any purpose until the permittee
erty involved (if other than the permittee) have
days of approval, at the City of Diamond Bar
opment Services Department, their affidavit
vare and agree to accept all the conditions of
this approval shall not be effective until the
ng City processing fees.
If the Department of Fib
Code Section 711.4 ap
applicant shall remit to
cashier's check of $:
connection with Fish ar
this project is not exec
project has more than
applicant shall also pa
such fee and any fine'
The Planning Commission shall:
(a) Certify to the adoption
h and Game determines that Fish and Game
plies to the approval of this project, then the
the City, within five days of this approval, a
:5.00 for a documentary handling fee in
d Game Code requirements. Furthermore, if
npt from a filing fee imposed because the
a deminimis impact on fish and wildlife, the
to the Department of Fish and Game any
—hich the Department determines to be owed.
f this Resolution; and
(b) Forthwith transmit a certified copy of this Resolution, by certified mail
to Linda Chuan, 1712 ern Hollow Drive, Diamond Bar, CA 91765
and applicant, Thoma Chuan, 2233 Alexdale Lane, Rowland
Heights, CA 91748.
a
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 21 th DAY OF APRIL 2005, BY THE PLANNING
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR.
I, James DbStefano, Planning Commission Secretary, do hereby certify that the foregoing
Resolution was duly introduced, passed, and adopted, at a regular meeting of the Planning
Commission held on the 26th day of Ap it 2005, by the following vote:
AYES: Commissioner: T e, V/C Low, Nolan, Tanaka, Chair McManus
NOES: Commissioner: None.
ABSENT: Commissioner: No e
ABSTAIN: Commissioner: No e.
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