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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC 2006-19PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2006-19 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVING DEVELOPMENT REVIEW NO. 2005-22 AND CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION, FOR CONSTRUCTION OF A TWO-STORY SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE WITH A BASEMENT TOTALING APPROXIMATELY 12,127 SQUARE FEET OF LIVING AREA. THE PROJECT ALSO INCLUDES PORCHES, BALCONIES, DECKS AND AN ATTACHED FOUR CAR GARAGE TOTALING APPROXIMATELY 5,128 SQUARE FEET. THE PROJECT SITE IS 3131 STEEPLECHASE LANE (LOT 2, PARCEL MAP NO. 23382; APN 8713- 017-111), DIAMOND BAR, CALIFORNIA. A. RECITALS 1. The property owner, Huo You Liang, and Applicant, S&W Development, have filed an application for Development Review No. 2005-22 for a property located at 3131 Steeplechase Lane, Diamond Bar, Los Angeles County, California, as described in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Development Review and Categorical Exemption shall be referred to as the "Application." 2. On April 24, 2006,144 property owners within a 700 -foot radius of the project site were notified by mail and three locations were posted within the application's vicinity. On April 21, 2006, 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 May 9, 2006, the Planning 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 categorically exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970 (CEQA) and Guidelines. This is pursuant to CEQA Guidelines, Section 15303(x) PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2006-19 3. The Planning Commission hereby specifically finds and determines that, having considered the record as a whole including the findings set forth below, and changes and alterations which have been incorporated into and conditioned upon the proposed project set forth in the application, there is no evidence before this Planning Commission that the project proposed herein will have the potential of an adverse effect on wild life resources or the habitat upon which the wildlife depends. Based upon substantial evidence, this Planning Commission hereby rebuts the presumption of adverse effects contained in Section 753.5 (d) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations. 4. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth herein, this Planning Commission hereby finds as follows: (a) The project relates to a parcel located at 3131 Steeplechase Lane (Lot 2, Parcel Map No. 23382) Diamond Bar, California, within the gated community identified as the Country Estates. The parcel is .83 gross acres. The lot was part of a 2.5 acre 3 -lot subdivision approved in December 1999 with graded pad areas. Additionally, as part of the approval of the parcel map, conditions were imposed regulating such items as grading, drainage, access, utilities, street improvements, building setbacks and tree preservation. It contains a 20 -foot wide private drainage, utility and sewer easement that parallels the along the rear property line. A 20 -foot wide private drainage, utility and sewer easement bisects the northerly most section of the site. (b) The General Plan Land Use designation is Low Medium Density Residential (RLM), maximum 5 Dwelling Unit/Acre. The project site is zoned Single Family Residential -Minimum Lot Size 8,000 Square Feet (R-1-8,000). (c) Generally, the project site is surrounded by the following zones and uses: to the north is the R-1-8,000 zone (vacant); to the south is the R-1-8,000 zone (vacant); to the east is the R-1-20,000 zone (single family residences); and to the west is the CR (Commercial Recreation) zone (Multiple Family Residences). (d) The application is a request to construct a two-story single family residence with a basement totaling approximately 12,127 square feet of living area. The project also includes porches, balconies, decks and an attached four car garage totaling approximately 5,128 square feet. 2 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO- 2006-19 DEVELOPMENT REVIEW (e) The design and layout of the proposed development is 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 vacant project site was part of a previously approved 2.5 acre 3 -lot subdivision in December 1999 (Parcel Map No. 23382), which established the buildable pads for single family residences. Additionally, as part of the approval of the parcel map, conditions were imposed regulating such items as grading, drainage, access, utilities, street improvements, building setbacks and tree preservation. Furthermore, the proposed project complies with the elements of the adopted General Plan of July 25, 1995, which has a land use designation of Low Medium Density Residential (RLM), maximum 5 Dwelling Unit/Acre. The proposed use is zoned for single family residence at R-1-8,000. The proposed structure complies with the City's General Plan objectives and strategies related to maintaining the integrity of residential neighborhoods and open space. The structures and placement on the parcel conform to the site coverage and setback. There is no specific or additional community planned development for the site. (f) The design and layout of the proposed development will not interfere with the use and enjoyment of neighboring existing or future development, and will not create traffic or pedestrian hazards, The project site is currently an undeveloped lot within an existing subdivided parcel designed for single family homes. The proposed new construction does not change the use intended for the site as a single family residence. The developed property is not expected to unreasonably interfere with the use and enjoyment of neighboring existing or future development, and will not create traffic orpedestrian hazards. The project site is adequately served by Steeplechase Lane. This private street is designed to handle minimum traffic created by this type of development. (g) The architectural design of the proposed development is compatible with the characteristics of the surrounding neighborhood and will maintain the harmonious, orderly and attractive development contemplated by Chapter 22.48, the General Plan, City Design Guidelines, or any applicable specific plan. 3 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2646-19 The proposed project's architectural design and palette are compatible with the eclectic architectural style of other homes within the Country Estates, and are consistent with the City's General Plan, Municipal Code, and Design Guidelines. The eclectic Mediterranean design emphasizes the use of a variety of building materials for interest to include: Concrete the and copper roof treatment; smooth stucco walls with cultured stone veneer accents; columns at arched entry points; wrought iron balcony railings; and single -paned windows with decorative trim and molding treatment. The material/color samples indicate earth -toned shades will be used for the exterior finish to soften the impact and assist in preserving the hillside's aesthetic value. Many homes in the Country Estates are of a similar style. (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 aesthetically appealing. The "Mediterranean" design proposes the use of a variety of compatible building materials and earth tone colors to soften the home's impact and assist in preserving the established neighborhood character and aesthetic value. {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. Before the issuance of City development permits, the proposed project is required to comply with all conditions set forth in this resolution and the Building and Safety Division, Public Works Division, and Fire Department requirements. The referenced agencies through the permit and inspection process will ensure that the proposed project will not be detrimental to the public health, safety or welfare nor will it be materially injurious to the properties or improvements in the vicinity. The terrain in the vicinity of Steeplechase Lane is hilly. The subject site is higher at street level, sloping to lower elevations toward the rear of the property. By maintaining the allowed height of 35 feet, the proposed residential structure allows view corridors to its neighbors. Therefore, the proposed residence will not significantly impact view corridors from neighboring properties. 4 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO, 2006-19 (j) The proposed project has been reviewed in compliance with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The environmental evaluation shows that the proposed project is Categorically Exempt pursuant to the Guidelines of the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970 (CEQA), Article 19 Section 15303 Class 3 (a) (New Construction or Conversion of Small Structure). The categorical exemption reflects the independent judgment of the City of Diamond Bar. 5. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth above, the Planning Commission hereby approves this Application subject to the following conditions: a. Planning Division (1) Prior to issuance of any permits, the applicant shall submit proof that the building design is approved by the Country Estates Homeowners Association Architectural Committee. (2) Applicant shall provide temporary sanitation facilities while the project is being constructed. (3) Prior to plan check submittal, the applicant shall submit a retaining wall design plan with a decorative vertical design element with horizontal railing for Planning Division review and approval. (4) Prior to the issuance of permits, the applicant shall provide and the Building and Safety Division shall inspect and approve protective fencing around the existing oak tree on the site. The fencing shall provide a 10 -foot protection zone as required by Parcel Map 23382, which prohibits any building, encroachment or grading activity. A certified arborist shall supervise the preservation of the oak tree and shall comply with the Section 22.38.140 Tree Protection Requirements. Additionally, the oak tree with 10 -foot protection zone and protective fencing shall be delineated on the grading plan. Fencing shall remain in place until final inspection of the project by the Planning Division. (5) Maximum height of the residence shall not exceed 35 feet from the finished grade at any exterior wall of the structure to the highest point of the roofline. The maximum 35 feet shall include the chimneys. At roof sheathing inspection, the Applicant shall have a licensed engineer certify that the height 5 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2006-19 of the residential structure meets this requirement and submit it to the Building and Safety Division for review and approval. (6) A final landscape plan shall be submitted to the Planning Division for review and approval prior to the issuance of a building permit. The plans shall include species, size and quantity of trees and shrubs, in addition to those shown on the preliminary landscape plan, to soften the retaining walls at the front, side and rear yards of the pad. (7) This grant shall not be effective for any purpose until the permittee and owner of the property involved (if other than the permittee) have filed, within fifteen (15) days of approval of this grant, at the City of Diamond Bar Community and Development Services Department, their affidavit stating that they are aware 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. (8) 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 grant's approval, a cashier's check of $25.00 for a documentary handling fee in connection with Fish and 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 pay to the Department of Fish and Game any such fee and any fine which the Department determines to be owed. b. Public Works Department (1) Applicant shall submit calculations for the proposed rip -rap on the grading plan. (2) Finished slopes shall conform to City Code Section 22.22.080 - Grading. C. Buildinq and Safety Division (1 } Before construction begins, the applicant shall install temporary construction fencing pursuant to the Building and Safety Division's requirements along the project site's perimeter. This fencing shall remain until the Building Official approves its removal. 6 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2006-19 (2) Applicant shall provide temporary sanitation facilities while under construction. (3) Applicant shall submit an application to the Walnut Valley Water District for Fire Flow and submit their approval to the Building and Safety Division prior to the issuance of building permits. (4) Due to the site's topography, applicant shall comply with special design requirements as specified in the 2001 California Building Code, Section 1806.4.2, building setback, top and toe of slopes. (5) All sleeping rooms shall have windows that comply with egress requirements. (6) Smoke detectors shall be provided in conformance with the 2001 California Building Code. (7) Application shall provide window and door schedule for Building and Safety plan check. (d) Written confirmation shall be provided to the City that the property owner has exercised his best effort to attempt to annex the subject property to the Diamond Bar Country Estates Homeowners Association., 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 Huo You Liang, 2308 Ridgeway Avenue, Rowland Heights, CA 91748, and S & W Development, 20272 Carrey Road, Walnut, CA 91765. APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 9th DAY OF MAY 2006, BY THE PLANNING COMMISSIQN OF THE C;tTY OF DIAMOND BAR. McManus, Chairman 7 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2006-19 I, Nancy Fong, 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 9th day of May 2006, by the following vote: AYES: Commissioner: Torng; Lee; Everett; VC/Nelson; Chair/McManus NOES: Commissioner: None ABSENT: Commissioner: None ABSTAIN: Commissioner: None Attest: 8 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO, 2006-19 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT STANDARD CONDITIONS USE PERMITS, COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL NEW AND REMODELED STRUCTURES PROJECT #: Development Review No. 2005-22 SUBJECT: New Sin-gle-Family Residence PROPERTY OWNER: Huo You Liang APPLICANT: S & W Development LOCATION: 3131 Steeplechase Lane ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT. APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE PLANNING DIVISION AT (909) 839-7030, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: A. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS In accordance with Government Code Section 66474.9(b) (1), the applicant shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City, and its officers, agents and employees, from any claim, action, or proceeding to attack, set-aside, void or annul, the approval of Development Review No. 2005-22 brought within the time period provided by Government Code Section 66499.37. In the event the city and/or its officers, agents and employees are made a party of any such action: (a) Applicant shall provide a defense to the City defendants or at the City's option reimburse the City its costs of defense, including reasonable attorneys fees, incurred in defense of such claims. 9 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2006-19 (b) Applicant shall promptly pay any final judgment rendered against the City descendents. The City shall promptly notify the applicant of any claim, action of proceeding, and shall cooperate fully in the defense thereof. 2. This approval shall not be effective for any purpose until the applicant and owner of the property involved have filed, within twenty-one (21) days of approval of this Development Review No. 2005-22, at the City of Diamond Bar Community and Development Services Department, their affidavit stating that they are aware of and agree to accept all the conditions of this approval. Further, this approval shall not be effective until the applicants pay remaining City processing fees, school fees and fees for the review of submitted reports. 3. All designers, architects, engineers, and contractors associated with this project shall obtain a Diamond Bar Business Registration and zoning approval for those businesses located in Diamond Bar. 4. Signed copies of the Planning Commission Resolution No. 2006-19, Standard Conditions, and all environmental mitigations shall be included on the plans (full size). The sheet(s) are for information only to all parties involved in the construction/grading activities and are not required to be wet sealed/stamped by a licensed Engineer/Architect. 5. Prior to the plan check, revised site plans and building elevations incorporating all Conditions of Approval shall be submitted for Planning Division review and approval. 6. Prior to any use of the project site or business activity being commenced thereon, all conditions of approval shall be completed. 7. The project site shall be maintained and operated in full compliance with the conditions of approval and all laws, or other applicable regulations. 8. Approval of this request shall not waive compliance with all sections of the Development Code, all other applicable City Ordinances, and any applicable Specific Plan in effect at the time of building permit issuance. 9. Site, grading, landscape/irrigation and roof plans, elevations and sections shall be coordinated for consistency prior to issuance of City permits (such as grading, tree removal, encroachment, building, etc.) or approved use has commenced, whichever comes first. 10. The single family residence shall not be used 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 10 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2006-19 disturbances to the existing residential neighborhood and shall not result in significantly adverse effects on public services and resources. The single family residence shall not be used for commercial/institutional purposes, or otherwise used as a separate dwelling. The property shall not be used for regular gatherings which result in a nuisance or which create traffic and parking problems in the neighborhood. 11. Property owner/applicant shall remove the public hearing notice board within three days of this project's approval. 12. The applicant shall comply with the requirements of City Planning, Building and Safety Divisions, Public Warks Department, and the Fire Department. B. FEESIDEPOSITS 1. Applicant shall pay development fees (including but not limited to Planning, Building and Safety Divisions, Public Works Department and Mitigation Monitoring) at the established rates, prior to issuance of building or grading permit (whichever comes first), as required by the City. School fees as required shall be paid prior to the issuance of building permit. In addition, the applicant shall pay all remaining prorated City project review and processing fees prior to issuance of grading or building permit, whichever come first. 2. Prior to any plan check, all deposit accounts for the processing of this project shall have no deficits. C. TIME LIMITS The approval of Development Review No. 2005-22 shall expire within two years from the date of approval if the use has not been exercised as defined per Municipal Code Section 22.66.050 (b)(1). The applicant may request in writing a one year time extension subject to Municipal Code Section 22.60.050(c) for Planning Commission approval. D. SITE DEVELOPMENT The project site shall be developed and maintained in substantial conformance with the approved plans submitted to, approved, and amended herein by the Planning Commission, collectively attached hereto as Exhibit "A" dated May 9, 2006, including: site plans, floor plans, architectural elevations, exterior materials and colors, landscaping/irrigation plan and grading on file in the Planning Division, the conditions contained herein, Development Code regulations. 2. Prior to the issuance of any permits, the Applicant shall complete and record a "Covenant and Agreement to Maintain a Single -Family Residence" on a 11 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO, 2006-19 form to be provided by the City. The covenant shall be completed and recorded with the Los Angeles County Recorders Office. 3. All ground -mounted utility appurtenances such as transformers, air conditioning condensers, etc. shall be located out of public view and adequately screened through the use of a combination of concrete or masonry walls, berms, and/or landscaping to the satisfaction of the Planning Division. 4. All roof mounted equipment shall be screened from public view. E. LANDSCAPE, PRESERVED AND PROTECTED TREES Prior to issuance of any permits, detailed landscape and irrigation plans shall be submitted to the Planning Division for review and approval. 2. Prior to plan check submittals, additional landscaping trees and shrubs are required to soften the height of the rear retaining walls from the downhill properties. The revised final landscape plan shall be submitted to the Planning Division for review and approval. 3. Prior to the Planning Division's final inspection and/or Certificate of Occupancy issuance, the landscaping/irrigation shall be installed or replaced. Any dense plant material proposed in the front setback shall not exceed a 42 inches maximum height. 4. Retaining walls shall not exceed an exposed height of six feet as delineated in Exhibit "A". All retaining walls shall be earth tone in color and constructed from decorative material (i.e., split face, stack stone, etc.). Retaining walls or fences located within the front yard setback shall not exceed an exposed height of 42 inches. F. SOLID WASTE 1. The site shall be maintained in a condition, which is free of debris both during and after the construction, addition, or implementation of the entitlement approved herein. The removal of all trash, debris, and refuse, whether during or subsequent to construction shall be done only by the property owner, applicant or by a duly permitted waste contractor, who has been authorized by the City to provide collection, transportation, and disposal of solid waste from residential, commercial, construction, and industrial areas within the City. It shall be the applicant's obligation to insure that the waste contractor used has obtained permits from the City of Diamond Bar to provide such services. 12 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2006-19 2. Mandatory solid waste disposal services shall be provided by the City franchised waste hauler to all parcels/lots or uses affected by approval of this project. APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT, (909) 839-7040, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: A. GENERAL Applicant shall follow special requirements as required by the City Engineer for construction in a Restricted Use Area. No portion of the habitable structure shall be located in the Restricted Use Area and a Covenant and Agreement to construct in a Restricted Use Area shall be recorded and returned to the City prior to the issuance of any grading or retaining wall permits. 2. An Erosion Control Plan shall be submitted concurrently with the grading plan clearly detailing erosion control measures. These measures shall be implemented during construction between October 1St and April 15th. The erosion control plan shall conform to national Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) standards and incorporate the appropriate Best Management Practices (BMP's). 3. The applicant shall comply with Standard Urban Storm Water Mitigation Plan (SUSMP) requirements to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. 4. Grading and construction activities and the transportation of equipment and materials and operation of heavy grading equipment shall be limited to between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 5.00 p.m., Monday through Saturday. Dust generated by grading and construction activities shall be reduced by watering the soil prior to and during the activities and in accordance with South Coast Air Quality Management District Rule 402 and Rule 403. Reclaimed water shall be used whenever possible. Additionally, all construction equipment shall be properly muffled to reduce noise levels. B. SOILS REPORTIGRADINGIRETAINING WALLS 1. Prior to grading plan submittal, a geotechnical report prepared by a Geotechnical Engineer, licensed by the State of California, shall be submitted by the applicant for approval by the City. 2. Upon approval of the geotechnical report, the applicant shall submit drainage and grading plans prepared by a Civil Engineer, licensed by the State of California, prepared in accordance with the City's requirements for the City's review and approval. A list of requirements for grading plan check is 13 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 200E-19 available from the Public Works Department. All grading (cut and fill) calculations shall be submitted to the City concurrently with the grading plan. 3. Finished slopes shall conform to City Code Section 22.22.080 -Grading. 4. All easements and flood hazard areas shall be clearly identified on the grading plan. 5. The grading plan shall 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. Calculations and details of retaining walls shall be submitted to the Building and Safety Division for review and approval. 6. All equipment staging areas shall be located on the project site. Staging area, including material stockpile and equipment storage area, shall be enclosed within a 6 foot -high chain link fence. All access points in the fence shall be locked whenever the construction site is not supervised. 7. Grading of the subject property shall be in accordance with the California Building Code, City Grading Ordinance, Hillside Management Ordinance and acceptable grading practices. 8. All slopes shall be seeded per landscape plan and/or fuel modification plan with native grasses or planted with ground cover, shrubs, and trees for erosion control upon completion of grading or some other alternative method of erosion control shall be completed to the satisfaction of the City Engineer and a permanent irrigation system shall be installed.) 9. Prior to the issuance of building permits, a pre -construction meeting shall be held at the project site with the grading contractor, applicant, and city grading inspector at least 48 hours prior to commencing grading operations. 10. Rough grade certifications by project soils engineer shall be submitted prior to issuance of building permits for the foundation of the residential structure. Retaining wail permits may be issued without a rough grade certificate. 11. Final grade certifications by project soils and civil engineers shall be submitted to the Public Works Department prior to the issuance of any project final inspections/certificate of occupancy respectively. C. DRAINAGE Detailed drainage system information of the lot with careful attention to any flood hazard area shall be submitted. All drainage/runoff from the development shall be conveyed from the site to the natural drainage course. 14 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2006-19 No on-site drainage shall be conveyed to adjacent parcels, unless that is the natural drainage course. 2. Prior to the issuance of a grading permit, a complete hydrology and hydraulic study shall be prepared by a Civil Engineer registered in the State of California to the satisfaction of the City Engineer and Los Angeles Public Works Department. E. UTILITIES Easements, satisfactory to the City Engineer and the utility companies, for public utility and public services purpose shall be shown on the detailed site plan for dedication to the City or affected utility company. 2. Will Serve Letters shall be submitted stating that adequate facilities are or will be available to serve the proposed project shall be submitted to the City from all utilities such as, but not limited to, phone, gas, water, electric, and cable. 3. Underground utilities shall not be constructed within the drip line of any mature tree except as approved by a registered arborist. F. SEWERSISEPTIC TANK Applicant shall obtain connection permit(s) from the City and County Sanitation District prior to issuance of building permits. 2. Applicant, at applicant's sole cost and expense, shall construct the sewer system in accordance with the City, Los Angeles County Public Works Division. Sewer plans shall be submitted for review and approval by the City. APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE BUILDING AND SAFETY DIVISION, (909) 839-7020, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: Plans shall conform to State and Local Building Code (i.e., 2001 California Building Code, California Plumbing Code, California Mechanical Code, and the 2001 National Electrical Code) requirements and all other applicable construction codes, ordinances and regulations in effect at the time of plan check submittal. 2. The applicant shall submit drawings and calculations prepared by a California State licensed Architect/Engineer with wet stamp and signature. 3. The minimum design load for wind in this area is 80 M.P.H. exposures °C" and the site is within seismic zone four (4). 15 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2006-19 4. This project shall comply with the energy conservation requirements of the State of California Energy Commission. Kitchen and bathroom lights shall be fluorescent. 5. Separate permit shall be required for all walls and shall be noted on plans. 6. Separate permits are required for pool, spa, pond and tennis court" and shall be noted on plans. 7. A height survey may be required at completion of framing. 8. Number of plumbing fixtures shall be in compliance with CBC Appendix 29. 9. Building setback from any slope (toe or top) shall meet Chapter 18 of the 2001 California Building Code. 10. All balconies shall be designed for 601b. live load. 11. Guardrails shall be designed for 20 load applied laterally at the top of the rail. 12. Indicate all easements on the site plan. 13 Fire Department approval shall be required. Contact the Fire Department to check the fire zone for the location of your property. If this project is located in High Hazard Fire Zone it shall meet of requirements of the fire zone. a. All unenclosed under -floor areas shall be constructed as exterior wall. b. All openings into the attic, floor and/or other enclosed areas shall be covered with corrosion -resistant wire mesh not less than 1/4 inch or more than 1/2 inch in any dimension except where such openings are equipped with sash or door. 14. All retaining walls shall be submitted to the Building & Safety Davison and Public Work Department for review and approval. 15. Submit grading plans showing clearly all finish elevations, drainage, and retaining wall locations. No building permits shall be issued prior to submitting a pad certification. 16. The project shall be protected by a construction fence and shall comply with the NPDES & BMP requirements (sand bags, etc.). 17. Check drainage patterns with Public Works Department. Surface water shall drain away from building at a 2% minimum slope. 16 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2006-19 18. Specify location of tempered glass as required by code. 19. Specify 114"/ft slope for all flat surfaces/ decks with approved water proofing material. Also, provide guardrail connection detail (height, spacing, etc.) 20. Private property sewer/septic system shall be approved by the Los Angeles County Health Department and the California Water Control Board. APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY FIRE PREVENTION FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: Emergency access shall be provided, maintaining free and clear, a minimum 28 foot at all times during construction in accordance with Fire Department requirements. 2. Prior to the issuance of any building permits for combustible construction, evidence shall be submitted to the Fire Department that temporary water supply for fire protection is available pending completion of the required fire protection system. 3. All required fire hydrants shall be installed and tested and accepted prior to construction. Vehicular access must be provided and maintained serviceable throughout construction. 17 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2006-19 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2006-19 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVING DEVELOPMENT REVIEW NO. 2005-22 AND CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION, FOR CONSTRUCTION OF A TWO-STORY SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE WITH ABASEMENT TOTALING APPROXIMATELY 12,127 SQUARE FEET OF LIVING AREA. THE PROJECT ALSO INCLUDES PORCHES, BALCONIES, DECKS AND AN ATTACHED FOUR CAR GARAGE TOTALING APPROXIMATELY 5,128 SQUARE FEET. THE PROJECT SITE IS 3131 STEEPLECHASE LANE (LOT 2, PARCEL MAP NO. 23382; APN 8713- 017-111), DIAMOND BAR, CALIFORNIA. A. RECITALS 1 The property owner, Huo You Liang, and Applicant, S&W Development, have filed an application for Development Review No. 2005-22 for a property located at 3131 Steeplechase Lane, Diamond Bar, Los Angeles County, California, as described in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Development Review and Categorical Exemption shall be referred to as the "Application." 2. On April 24, 2006, 144 property owners within a 700 -foot radius of the project site were notified by mail and three locations were posted within the application's vicinity. On April 21, 2006, 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 May 9, 2006, the Planning 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 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 from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970 (CEQA) and Guidelines. This is pursuant to CEQA Guidelines, Section 15303(a) PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2006-19 3. The Planning Commission hereby specifically finds and determines that, having considered the record as a whole including the findings set forth below, and changes and alterations which have been incorporated into and conditioned upon the proposed project set forth in the application, there is no evidence before this Planning Commission that the project proposed herein will have the potential of an adverse effect on wild life resources or the habitat upon which the wildlife depends. Based upon substantial evidence, this Planning Commission hereby rebuts the presumption of adverse effects contained in Section 753.5 (d) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations. 4. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth herein, this Planning Commission hereby finds as follows: (a) The project relates to a parcel located at 3131 Steeplechase Lane (Lot 2, Parcel Map No. 23382) Diamond Bar, California, within the gated community identified as the Country Estates. The parcel is .83 gross acres. The lot was part of a 2.5 acre 3 -lot subdivision approved in December 1999 with graded pad areas. Additionally, as part of the approval of the parcel map, conditions were imposed regulating such items as grading, drainage, access, utilities, street improvements, building setbacks and tree preservation. It contains a 20 -foot wide private drainage, utility and sewer easement that parallels the along the rear property line. A 20 -foot wide private drainage, utility and sewer easement bisects the northerly most section of the site. (b) The General Plan Land Use designation is Low Medium Density Residential (RLM), maximum 5 Dwelling Unit/Acre. The project site is zoned Single Family Residential -Minimum Lot Size 8,000 Square Feet (R-1-8,000). (c) Generally, the project site is surrounded by the following zones and uses: to the north is the R-1-8,000 zone (vacant); to the south is the R-1-8,000 zone (vacant); to the east is the R-1-20,000 zone (single family residences); and to the west is the CR (Commercial Recreation) zone (Multiple Family Residences). (d) The application is a request to construct a two-story single family residence with a basement totaling approximately 12,127 square feet of living area. The project also includes porches, balconies, decks and an attached four car garage totaling approximately 5,128 square feet. 2 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2006-19 DEVELOPMENT REVIEW (e) The design and layout of the proposed development is 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). M (9) The vacant project site was part of a previously approved 2.5 acre 3 -lot subdivision in December 1999 (Parcel Map No. 23382), which established the buildable pads for single family residences. Additionally, as part of the approval of the parcel map, conditions were imposed regulating such items as grading, drainage, access, utilities, street improvements, building setbacks and tree preservation. Furthermore, the proposed project complies with the elements of the adopted General Plan of July 25, 1995, which has a land use designation of Low Medium Density Residential (RLM), maximum 5 Dwelling Unit/Acre. The proposed use is zoned for single family residence at R-1-8,000. The proposed structure complies with the City's General Plan objectives and strategies related to maintaining the integrity of residential neighborhoods and open space. The structures and placement on the parcel conform to the site coverage and setback. There is no specific or additional community planned development for the site. The design and layout of the proposed development will not interfere with the use and enjoyment of neighboring existing or future development, and will not create traffic or pedestrian hazards. The project site is currently an undeveloped lot within an existing subdivided parcel designed for single family homes. The proposed new construction does not change the use intended for the site as a single family residence. The developed property is not expected to unreasonably interfere with the use and enjoyment of neighboring existing or future development, and will not create traffic or pedestrian hazards. The project site is adequately served by Steeplechase Lane. This private street is designed to handle minimum traffic created by this type of development. The architectural design of the proposed development is compatible with the characteristics of the surrounding neighborhood and will maintain the harmonious, orderly and attractive development contemplated by Chapter 22.48, the General Plan, City Design Guidelines, or any applicable specific plan. 3 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2006-19 The proposed project's architectural design and palette are compatible with the eclectic architectural style of other homes within the Country Estates, and are consistent with the City's General Plan, Municipal Code, and Design Guidelines. The eclectic Mediterranean design emphasizes the use of a variety of building materials for interest to include: Concrete tile and copper roof treatment; smooth stucco walls with cultured stone veneer accents; columns at arched entrypoints; wrought iron balcony railings; and single -paned windows with decorative trim and molding treatment. The material/color samples indicate earth -toned shades will be used for the exterior finish to soften the impact and assist in preserving the hillside's aesthetic value. Many homes in the Country Estates are of a similar style. (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 aesthetically appealing. (i) The "Mediterranean" design proposes the use of a variety of compatible building materials and earth tone colors to soften the home's impact and assist in preserving the established neighborhood character and aesthetic value. 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. Before the issuance of City development permits, the proposed project is required to comply with all conditions set forth in this resolution and the Building and Safety Division, Public Works Division, and Fire Department requirements. The referenced agencies through the permit and inspection process will ensure that the proposed project will not be detrimental to the public health, safety or welfare nor will it be materially injurious to the properties or improvements in the vicinity. The terrain in the vicinity of Steeplechase Lane is hilly. The subject site is higher at street level, sloping to lower elevations toward the rear of the property. By maintaining the allowed height of 35 feet, the proposed residential structure allows view corridors to its neighbors. Therefore, the proposed residence will not significantly impact view corridors from neighboring properties. 4 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2006-19 U) The proposed project has been reviewed in compliance with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The environmental evaluation shows that the proposed project is Categorically Exempt pursuant to the Guidelines of the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970 (CEQA), Article 19 Section 15303 Class 3 (a) (New Construction or Conversion of Small Structure). The categorical exemption reflects the independent judgment of the City of Diamond Bar. 5. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth above, the Planning Commission hereby approves this Application subject to the following conditions: a. Planning Division (1) (2) Applicant shall provide temporary sanitation facilities while the project is being constructed. (3) (4) Prior to the issuance of permits, the applicant shall provide and the Building and Safety Division shall inspect and approve protective fencing around the existing oak tree on the site. The fencing shall provide a 10 -foot protection zone as required by Parcel Map 23382, which prohibits any building, encroachment or grading activity. A certified arborist shall supervise the preservation of the oak tree and shall comply with the Section 22.38.140 Tree Protection Requirements. Additionally, the oak tree with 10 -foot protection zone and protective fencing shall be delineated on the grading plan. Fencing shall remain in place until final inspection of the project by the Planning Division. (5) Prior to issuance of any permits, the applicant shall submit proof that the building design is approved by the Country Estates Homeowners Association Architectural Committee. Prior to plan check submittal, the applicant shall submit a retaining wall design plan with a decorative vertical design element with horizontal railing for Planning Division review and approval. Maximum height of the residence shall not exceed 35 feet from the finished grade at any exterior wall of the structure to the highest point of the roofline. The maximum 35 feet shall include the chimneys. At roof sheathing inspection, the Applicant shall have a licensed engineer certify that the height 5 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2006-19 of the residential structure meets this requirement and submit it to the Building and Safety Division for review and approval. (6) A final landscape plan shall be submitted to the Planning Division for review and approval prior to the issuance of a building permit. The plans shall include species, size and quantity of trees and shrubs, in addition to those shown on the preliminary landscape plan, to soften the retaining walls at the front, side and rear yards of the pad. (7) This grant shall not be effective for any purpose until the permittee and owner of the property involved (if other than the permittee) have filed, within fifteen (15) days of approval of this grant, at the City of Diamond Bar Community and Development Services Department, their affidavit stating that they are aware 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. (8) 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 grant's approval, a cashier's check of $25.00 for a documentary handling fee in connection with Fish and 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 pay to the Department of Fish and Game any such fee and any fine which the Department determines to be owed. b. Public Works Department (1) Applicant shall submit calculations for the proposed rip -rap on the grading plan. (2) Finished slopes shall conform to City Code Section 22.22.080 - Grading. C. Building and Safety Division (1) Before construction begins, the applicant shall install temporary construction fencing pursuant to the Building and Safety Division's requirements along the project site's perimeter. This fencing shall remain until the Building Official approves its removal. 6 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2006-19 (2) Applicant shall provide temporary sanitation facilities while under construction. (3) Applicant shall submit an application to the Walnut Valley Water District for Fire Flow and submit their approval to the Building and Safety Division prior to the issuance of building permits. (4) Due to the site's topography, applicant shall comply with special design requirements as specified in the 2001 California Building Code, Section 1806.4.2, building setback, top and toe of slopes. (5) All sleeping rooms shall have windows that comply with egress requirements. (6) Smoke detectors shall be provided in conformance with the 2001 California Building Code. (7) Application shall provide window and door schedule for Building and Safety plan check. (d) Written confirmation shall be provided to the City that the property owner has exercised his best effort to attempt to annex the subject property to the Diamond Bar Country Estates Homeowners Association.. 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 Huo You Liang, 2308 Ridgeway Avenue, Rowland Heights, CA 91748, and S & W Development, 20272 Carrey Road, Walnut, CA 91765. APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 9th DAY OF MAY 2006, BY THE PLANNING COMMISSIQN OF THE GtTY OF DIAMOND BAR. 7 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2006-19 I, Nancy Fong, 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 9th day of May 2006, by the following vote: AYES: Commissioner: Torng; Lee; Everett; VC/Nelson; Chair/McManus NOES: Commissioner: None ABSENT: Commissioner: None ABSTAIN: Commissioner: None Attest: 8 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2006-19 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT STANDARD CONDITIONS USE PERMITS, COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL NEW AND REMODELED STRUCTURES PROJECT #: Development Review No. 2005-22 SUBJECT: New Single -Family Residence PROPERTY OWNER: Huo You Liang APPLICANT: S & W Development LOCATION: 3131 Steeplechase Lane ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT. APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE PLANNING DIVISION AT (909) 839-7030, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: A. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 1 In accordance with Government Code Section 66474.9(b) (1), the applicant shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City, and its officers, agents and employees, from any claim, action, or proceeding to attack, set-aside, void or annul, the approval of Development Review No. 2005-22 brought within the time period provided by Government Code Section 66499.37. In the event the city and/or its officers, agents and employees are made a party of any such action: (a) Applicant shall provide a defense to the City defendants or at the City's option reimburse the City its costs of defense, including reasonable attorneys fees, incurred in defense of such claims. 9 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2006-19 (b) Applicant shall promptly pay any final judgment rendered against the City descendents. The City shall promptly notify the applicant of any claim, action of proceeding, and shall cooperate fully in the defense thereof. 2. This approval shall not be effective for any purpose until the applicant and owner of the property involved have filed, within twenty-one (21) days of approval of this Development Review No. 2005-22, at the City of Diamond Bar Community and Development Services Department, their affidavit stating that they are aware of and agree to accept all the conditions of this approval. Further, this approval shall not be effective until the applicants pay remaining City processing fees, school fees and fees for the review of submitted reports. 3. All designers, architects, engineers, and contractors associated with this project shall obtain a Diamond Bar Business Registration and zoning approval for those businesses located in Diamond Bar. 4. Signed copies of the Planning Commission Resolution No. 2006-19, Standard Conditions, and all environmental mitigations shall be included on the plans (full size). The sheet(s) are for information only to all parties involved in the construction/grading activities and are not required to be wet sealed/stamped by a licensed Engineer/Architect. 5. Prior to the plan check, revised site plans and building elevations incorporating all Conditions of Approval shall be submitted for Planning Division review and approval. 6. Prior to any use of the project site or business activity being commenced thereon, all conditions of approval shall be completed. 7. The project site shall be maintained and operated in full compliance with the conditions of approval and all laws, or other applicable regulations. 8. Approval of this request shall not waive compliance with all sections of the Development Code, all other applicable City Ordinances, and any applicable Specific Plan in effect at the time of building permit issuance. 9. Site, grading, landscape/irrigation and roof plans, elevations and sections shall be coordinated for consistency prior to issuance of City permits (such as grading, tree removal, encroachment, building, etc.) or approved use has commenced, whichever comes first. 10. The single family residence shall not be used 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 10 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2006-19 disturbances to the existing residential neighborhood and shall not result in significantly adverse effects on public services and resources. The single family residence shall not be used for commercial/institutional purposes, or otherwise used as a separate dwelling. The property shall not be used for regular gatherings which result in a nuisance or which create traffic and parking problems in the neighborhood. 11. Property owner/applicant shall remove the public hearing notice board within three days of this project's approval. 12. The applicant shall comply with the requirements of City Planning, Building and Safety Divisions, Public Works Department, and the Fire Department. B. FEES/DEPOSITS 1 Applicant shall pay development fees (including but not limited to Planning, Building and Safety Divisions, Public Works Department and Mitigation Monitoring) at the established rates, prior to issuance of building or grading permit (whichever comes first), as required by the City. School fees as required shall be paid prior to the issuance of building permit. In addition, the applicant shall pay all remaining prorated City project review and processing fees prior to issuance of grading or building permit, whichever come first. 2. Prior to any plan check, all deposit accounts for the processing of this project shall have no deficits. C. TIME LIMITS The approval of Development Review No. 2005-22 shall expire within two years from the date of approval if the use has not been exercised as defined per Municipal Code Section 22.66.050 (b)(1). The applicant may request in writing a one year time extension subject to Municipal Code Section 22.60.050(c) for Planning Commission approval. D. SITE DEVELOPMENT The project site shall be developed and maintained in substantial conformance with the approved plans submitted to, approved, and amended herein by the Planning Commission, collectively attached hereto as Exhibit "A" dated May 9, 2006, including: site plans, floor plans, architectural elevations, exterior materials and colors, landscaping/irrigation plan and grading on file in the Planning Division, the conditions contained herein, Development Code regulations. 2. Prior to the issuance of any permits, the Applicant shall complete and record a "Covenant and Agreement to Maintain a Single -Family Residence" on a 11 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2006-19 form to be provided by the City. The covenant shall be completed and recorded with the Los Angeles County Recorders Office. 3. All ground -mounted utility appurtenances such as transformers, air conditioning condensers, etc. shall be located out of public view and adequately screened through the use of a combination of concrete or masonry walls, berms, and/or landscaping to the satisfaction of the Planning Division. 4. All roof mounted equipment shall be screened from public view. E. LANDSCAPE, PRESERVED AND PROTECTED TREES 1. Prior to issuance of any permits, detailed landscape and irrigation plans shall be submitted to the Planning Division for review and approval. 2. Prior to plan check submittals, additional landscaping trees and shrubs are required to soften the height of the rear retaining walls from the downhill properties. The revised final landscape plan shall be submitted to the Planning Division for review and approval. 3. Prior to the Planning Division's final inspection and/or Certificate of Occupancy issuance, the landscaping/irrigation shall be installed or replaced. Any dense plant material proposed in the front setback shall not exceed a 42 inches maximum height. 4. Retaining walls shall not exceed an exposed height of six feet as delineated in Exhibit "A". All retaining walls shall be earth tone in color and constructed from decorative material (i.e., split face, stack stone, etc.). Retaining walls or fences located within the front yard setback shall not exceed an exposed height of 42 inches. F. SOLID WASTE 1 The site shall be maintained in a condition, which is free of debris both during and after the construction, addition, or implementation of the entitlement approved herein. The removal of all trash, debris, and refuse, whether during or subsequent to construction shall be done only by the property owner, applicant or by a duly permitted waste contractor, who has been authorized by the City to provide collection, transportation, and disposal of solid waste from residential, commercial, construction, and industrial areas within the City. It shall be the applicant's obligation to insure that the waste contractor used has obtained permits from the City of Diamond Bar to provide such services. 12 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2006-19 2. Mandatory solid waste disposal services shall be provided by the City franchised waste hauler to all parcels/lots or uses affected by approval of this project. APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT, (909) 839-7040, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: A. GENERAL 1 Applicant shall follow special requirements as required by the City Engineer for construction in a Restricted Use Area. No portion of the habitable structure shall be located in the Restricted Use Area and a Covenant and Agreement to construct in a Restricted Use Area shall be recorded and returned to the City prior to the issuance of any grading or retaining wall permits. 2. An Erosion Control Plan shall be submitted concurrently with the grading plan clearly detailing erosion control measures. These measures shall be implemented during construction between October 1 st and April 15th. The erosion control plan shall conform to national Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) standards and incorporate the appropriate Best Management Practices (BMP's). 3. The applicant shall comply with Standard Urban Storm Water Mitigation Plan (SUSMP) requirements to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. 4. Grading and construction activities and the transportation of equipment and materials and operation of heavy grading equipment shall be limited to between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday. Dust generated by grading and construction activities shall be reduced by watering the soil prior to and during the activities and in accordance with South Coast Air Quality Management District Rule 402 and Rule 403. Reclaimed water shall be used whenever possible. Additionally, all construction equipment shall be properly muffled to reduce noise levels. B. SOILS REPORT/GRADING/RETAINING WALLS Prior to grading plan submittal, a geotechnical report prepared by a Geotechnical Engineer, licensed by the State of California, shall be submitted by the applicant for approval by the City. 2. Upon approval of the geotechnical report, the applicant shall submit drainage and grading plans prepared by a Civil Engineer, licensed by the State of California, prepared in accordance with the City's requirements for the City's review and approval. A list of requirements for grading plan check is 13 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2006-19 available from the Public Works Department. All grading (cut and fill) calculations shall be submitted to the City concurrently with the grading plan. 3. Finished slopes shall conform to City Code Section 22.22.080 -Grading. 4. All easements and flood hazard areas shall be clearly identified on the grading plan. 5. The grading plan shall 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. Calculations and details of retaining walls shall be submitted to the Building and Safety Division for review and approval. 6. All equipment staging areas shall be located on the project site. Staging area, including material stockpile and equipment storage area, shall be enclosed within a 6 foot -high chain link fence. All access points in the fence shall be locked whenever the construction site is not supervised. 7. Grading of the subject property shall be in accordance with the California Building Code, City Grading Ordinance, Hillside Management Ordinance and acceptable grading practices. 8. All slopes shall be seeded per landscape plan and/or fuel modification plan with native grasses or planted with ground cover, shrubs, and trees for erosion control upon completion of grading or some other alternative method of erosion control shall be completed to the satisfaction of the City Engineer and a permanent irrigation system shall be installed.) 9. Prior to the issuance of building permits, a pre -construction meeting shall be held at the project site with the grading contractor, applicant, and city grading inspector at least 48 hours prior to commencing grading operations. 10. Rough grade certifications by project soils engineer shall be submitted prior to issuance of building permits for the foundation of the residential structure. Retaining wall permits may be issued without a rough grade certificate. 11. Final grade certifications by project soils and civil engineers shall be submitted to the Public Works Department prior to the issuance of any project final inspections/certificate of occupancy respectively. C. DRAINAGE 1. Detailed drainage system information of the lot with careful attention to any flood hazard area shall be submitted. All drainage/runoff from the development shall be conveyed from the site to the natural drainage course. 14 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2006-19 No on-site drainage shall be conveyed to adjacent parcels, unless that is the natural drainage course. 2. Prior to the issuance of a grading permit, a complete hydrology and hydraulic study shall be prepared by a Civil Engineer registered in the State of California to the satisfaction of the City Engineer and Los Angeles Public Works Department. E. UTILITIES 1. Easements, satisfactory to the City Engineer and the utility companies, for public utility and public services purpose shall be shown on the detailed site plan for dedication to the City or affected utility company. 2. Will Serve Letters shall be submitted stating that adequate facilities are or will be available to serve the proposed project shall be submitted to the City from all utilities such as, but not limited to, phone, gas, water, electric, and cable. 3. Underground utilities shall not be constructed within the drip line of any mature tree except as approved by a registered arborist. F. SEWERS/SEPTIC TANK 1. Applicant shall obtain connection permit(s) from the City and County Sanitation District prior to issuance of building permits. 2. Applicant, at applicant's sole cost and expense, shall construct the sewer system in accordance with the City, Los Angeles County Public Works Division. Sewer plans shall be submitted for review and approval by the City. APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE BUILDING AND SAFETY DIVISION, (909) 839-7020, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: 1 Plans shall conform to State and Local Building Code (i.e., 2001 California Building Code, California Plumbing Code, California Mechanical Code, and the 2001 National Electrical Code) requirements and all other applicable construction codes, ordinances and regulations in effect at the time of plan check submittal. 2. The applicant shall submit drawings and calculations prepared by a California State licensed Architect/Engineer with wet stamp and signature. 3. The minimum design load for wind in this area is 80 M.P.H. exposures "C" and the site is within seismic zone four (4). 15 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2006-19 4. This project shall comply with the energy conservation requirements of the State of California Energy Commission. Kitchen and bathroom lights shall be fluorescent. 5. Separate permit shall be required for all walls and shall be noted on plans. 6. Separate permits are required for pool, spa, pond and tennis court" and shall be noted on plans. 7. A height survey may be required at completion of framing. 8. Number of plumbing fixtures shall be in compliance with CBC Appendix 29. 9. Building setback from any slope (toe or top) shall meet Chapter 18 of the 2001 California Building Code. 10. All balconies shall be designed for 601b. live load. 11. Guardrails shall be designed for 20 load applied laterally at the top of the rail. 12. Indicate all easements on the site plan. 13 Fire Department approval shall be required. Contact the Fire Department to check the fire zone for the location of your property. If this project is located in High Hazard Fire Zone it shall meet of requirements of the fire zone. a. All unenclosed under -floor areas shall be constructed as exterior wall. b. All openings into the attic, floor and/or other enclosed areas shall be covered with corrosion -resistant wire mesh not less than 1/4 inch or more than 1/2 inch in any dimension except where such openings are equipped with sash or door. 14. All retaining walls shall be submitted to the Building & Safety Davison and Public Work Department for review and approval. 15. Submit grading plans showing clearly all finish elevations, drainage, and retaining wall locations. No building permits shall be issued prior to submitting a pad certification. 16. The project shall be protected by a construction fence and shall comply with the NPDES & BMP requirements (sand bags, etc.). 17. Check drainage patterns with Public Works Department. Surface water shall drain away from building at a 2% minimum slope. 16 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2006-19 18. Specify location of tempered glass as required by code. 19. Specify 1/4"/ft slope for all flat surfaces/ decks with approved water proofing material. Also, provide guardrail connection detail (height, spacing, etc.) 20. Private property sewer/septic system shall be approved by the Los Angeles County Health Department and the California Water Control Board. APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY FIRE PREVENTION FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: 1. Emergency access shall be provided, maintaining free and clear, a minimum 28 foot at all times during construction in accordance with Fire Department requirements. 2. Prior to the issuance of any building permits for combustible construction, evidence shall be submitted to the Fire Department that temporary water supply for fire protection is available pending completion of the required fire protection system. 3. All required fire hydrants shall be installed and tested and accepted prior to construction. Vehicular access must be provided and maintained serviceable throughout construction. 17 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2006-19