HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC 2006-49PLANNING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-49
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
DIAMOND BAR, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT NO. 2006-01, DEVELOPMENT REVIEW NO. 2006-01, AND
CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION 15301(e), A REQUEST TO CONSTRUCT
ADDITIONAL ANTENNA BEHIND THOSE EXISTING ON THE PARK'S
LIGHT POLE AND MODIFY THE FENCED EQUIPMENT AREA TO AN
ENCLOSED BUILDING AT PETERSON PARK, 24142 SYLVAN GLEN
ROAD (APN 8704-056-902), DIAMOND BAR, CA
A. RECITALS
The property owner, City of Diamond Bar, applicant, New Cingular Wireless,
PCC, LLC, and applicant agent Wireless Development Resources, filed an
application for Conditional Use Permit No. 2006-01, Development Review
No. 2006-01, and categorical exemption located in Peterson Park,
24142 Sylvan Glen Road, Diamond Bar, Los Angeles County, California.
Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Conditional Use Permit,
Development Review, and categorical exemption shall be referred to as the
"Application."
2. Public hearing notices were mailed to property owners in a 700 -foot radius of
the project site. Public hearing notices were published in the San Gabriel
Valley Tribune and Inland Valley Daily Bulletin newspapers. A public hearing
notice display board was posted at the site, and legal notices were posted at
the City's designated community posting sites.
3. On November 28, 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.
The Planning Commission hereby determines that the Application is
categorically exempt per the 1970 California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA), Section 15301(e).
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 wildlife 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 on the findings and conclusions set forth herein, this Planning
Commission hereby finds as follows:
(a) The project site is the existing telecommunications facility at the south
side of Peterson Park, 24142 Sylvan Glen Road (APN 8704-056-902),
Diamond Bar, California. The park is approximately nine (9) acres.
(b) The General Plan Land Use designation is Park (PF). Open Space
(OS) is the zone.
(c) Single-family and Multi -family residential zones and uses are to the
north, east and west. SR 60 freeway is to the south.
(d) The Application requests construction of additional antenna behind
those existing on the park's light pole and to modify the fenced
equipment area to an enclosed building.
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
(e) The proposed use is allowed within the subject zoning district with the
approval of a Conditional Use Permit and complies with all other
applicable provisions of the Development Code and the Municipal
Code.
The addition to the unmanned wireless telecommunications facility is
permitted in the Open Space zone with a Conditional Use Permit
approval and as amended herein complies with other applicable
Municipal Code provisions.
(f) The proposed use is consistent with the General Plan and any
applicable specific plan.
E
The site's General Plan Land Use designation is Park (PK). The
project use is consistent with the adopted General Plan's Objectives
and Strategies and the Parks Master Plan. The existing use is at the
park's south side next to the freeway and innocuous since 1997 when
established.
(g) The design, location, size and operation characteristics of the
proposed use are compatible with the existing and future land uses in
the vicinity.
The telecommunications site has existed at Peterson Park since
1997. The park is an irregularly shaped nine (9) acre parcel. The
revised .lease area is approximately 29 feet x 12 feet and not
expected to hinder park users. The additional eight (8) antenna
stacked one behind another on the light pole replicate the existing
design. The fenced equipment area will be removed and replaced
with the more aesthetic enclosed block building to house the
equipment matches park facilities.
The monthly maintenance visits for the unmanned telecommunication
facility generates minimal traffic, does not create a new lighting source
or operational noise. Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
compliance is mandatory and it is unlikely that the facility will have a
negative impact on the single-family residential neighborhood
adjacent to the project site. Therefore, the project's design, location,
size and operational characteristics, as conditioned, are compatible
with the existing and future land uses in the vicinity.
(h) The subject site is physically suitable for the type and density/intensity
of use being proposed including access, provision of utilities,
compatibility with adjoining land uses and the absence of physical
constraints.
Golden Springs Drive and Sylvan Glen Road adequately serve the
park's nine acre site with the existing telecommunications facility. The
project site is compatible with the surrounding land uses and utilities
exist.
(i) Granting the Conditional Use Permit will not be detrimental to the
public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare, or injurious to
persons, property, or improvements in the vicinity and zoning district
in which the property is located.
3
As referenced above in Items (e) through (h), the addition to the
existing telecommunications facility as amended herein complies with
City standards and will improve cell phone service to the general
public. The minor improvements will not be detrimental to the general
public or the goals and objectives of the adopted general plan.
Q} The proposed project has been reviewed in compliance with the
provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
The City has determined that the Application is categorically exempt
per the 1970 California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA),
Section 15301(e).
DEVELOPMENT REVIEW
(k) The design and layout of the proposed development are consistent
with the General Plan, City Design Guidelines, development
standards of the applicable district, and architectural criteria for
special areas, (e.g., theme areas, specific plans, community plans,
boulevards, or planned developments.)
As referenced above in Items (t) -(i), the existing telecommunications
facility as amended herein is consistent with the City's Design
Guidelines, telecommunications development standards, and General
Plan, and Parks Master Plan.
(1) 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.
As referenced in Items (g) above, the design and layout of the
addition to the existing telecommunications facility does not interfere
with the use and enjoyment of neighboring existing or future
development, and the monthly maintenance does not create traffic or
pedestrian hazards.
(m) 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 the City's Development Code
Chapter 22.48, the General Plan, or any applicable specific plan.
2
The additional antenna design is consistent with the existing
telecommunications facility and the new equipment structure matches
other park structures. The facility's location at the park's south side
adjacent to the freeway meets development standards, the General
Plan, and the Parks Master Plan.
(n) 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.
As referenced in Items (e) through (m), the additional antenna and
equipment building that matches existing park structures as an
addition to the existing telecommunications facility complies with City
standards and will improve cell phone service to the general public.
The minor improvements will not be detrimental to the general public
or the goals and objectives of the adopted general plan.
(o) The proposed development 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.
As referenced in Item (g), the telecommunications facility is not
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.
(p) The proposed project has been reviewed in compliance with the
provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
The City has determined that the Application is categorically exempt
per the 1970 California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA),
Section 15301(e).
5. Based on the findings and conclusions set forth above, the Planning
Commission hereby approves the Application subject to the following
conditions:
(a) General
The project shall substantially conform to Title Sheet, Site
Plan, Antenna and Equipment Layout Plan, Elevations,
Landscape Plan, and Details collectively labeled as Exhibit "A"
dated November 28, 2006, as submitted to, amended herein,
and approved by the Planning Commission.
5
2. The applicant shall remove the public hearing notice board
within three days of this project's approval.
3. The Applicants shall co-ordinate all construction activities with
the Community Development Department, (909) 839-7060.
4. When an emergency generator is used on site, the dBA shall
comply with the City's noise standards in Development Code
Chapter 22.28.
5. Prior to permit issuance, the lease shall be completed by all
parties.
6. Applicant shall comply with all executed lease terms.
7. Applicant shall comply with all Federal, State and City
regulations.
8. To ensure compliance with all conditions of approval and
applicable codes, the Conditional Use Permit/Development
Review shall be subject to period review. If non-compliance
with conditions of approval occurs, the Planning Commission
may review the Conditional Use Permit. The Commission may
revoke or modify the Conditional Use Permit.
(b) Planning Division
1. Applicant shall insure that the property is properly secured to
prevent unauthorized access to the communication facilities.
2. Signs and advertising shall be prohibited on the wireless
antenna.
3. No additional lighting shall be installed on the wireless antenna
or associated equipment.
4. The site shall be maintained in a condition free of trash, debris,
refuse, and undesirable vegetation. All graffiti must be
removed within 72 hours.
5. If the Department of Fish and Game determines that Fish and
Game the City, within five days of this grant's approval, a
cashier's check of $25.00 for a documentary handling fee in
no
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.
6. In the event that the antenna becomes inoperable or ceases to
be used for a period of six consecutive months the applicant
shall remove the telecommunications facility within 90 -days of
notification by the City.
7. Prior to permit issuance, the applicant shall post a $5,000 cash
bond with the City of Diamond Bar to guarantee the removal of
the antenna in the event that it ceases to be operational for a
period of six consecutive months.
8. Prior to permit issuance, the applicant shall replenish the
deposit funds for on-going maintenance and repairs in an
amount to be determined by the Community Services Director.
9. Landscaping and irrigation destroyed during construction shall
be replaced to match the existing landscaping and irrigation.
10. All cables and wiring for the telecommunication facility shall be
underground.
Building and Safety Division
Fire Department approval may be required. Prior to the
issuance of any City permits, applicant shall contact the Fire
Department for review and approval.
2. Applicant shall provide temporary sanitation facilities while
under construction.
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: New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC, 12900 Park Plaza Drive,
Cerritos, CA 90703; and Wireless Development Resources, LLC,
Attention: Mr. John Talbot and Mr. J -Daniel Fox, P.O. Box 8823,
Newport Beach, CA 92660.
7
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THISthDAOF NOVEMBER 2006, BY THE PLANNING
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OFDIAMOND
By: 04�-- -
Steve Nelson, Chairman
I, Nancy Fong, Planning Commission Secretary, do hereby certify that the foregoing
Resolution was duly introduced,
passed,
of November 2006, by the folow ng'ng votefthePlanning
Commission held on the 28 day
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN
ATTEST:
Commissioners: Chair/Nelson; Nolan; Lee; Wei
Commissioners: None
Commissioners: vC/Torng
Commissioners: None
0
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT
STANDARD CONDITIONS
USE PERMITS AND REMODELED STRUCTURES
PROJECT #: Conditional Use Permit No.2006-01 & Development Review
No. 2006-01
SUBJECT: Additions to Existing Telecommunications Facility
APPLICANT: Cingular Wireless (Previously LA Cellular and AT&T Wireless)
APPLICANT'S MMI Titan and Wireless Development Resources LLC
AGENTS: Attention: Mr. John Talbot and Mr. J -Daniel Fox
LOCATION: Diamond Bar's Peterson Park 24142 Sylvan Glen Road Diamond
Bar CA 91765
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 Conditional Use Permit No.2006-01,
Development Review No. 2006-01 and Variance No. 2006-05 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.
111
(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 Conditional Use Permit No. 2006-01 and Development
Review No. 2006-01 at the City of Diamond Bar Community Development
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. Cingular Wireless, the application's agents, designers, architects, engineers,
and contractors associated with this project site shall obtain a Diamond Bar
Business Registration and a zoning approval for those businesses located in
Diamond Bar.
4. Signed copies of the Planning Commission Resolution No. 2006-49,
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. All site, grading, landscape, irrigation, and elevation plans 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
10. The applicant shall comply with the requirements of City Planning, Building
and Safety Divisions, Public Works Department, and the Fire Department.
B. FEES/DEPOSITS
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 Conditional Use Permit No. 2006-01 and Development
Review No. 2006-01 shall expire within two years from the approval date if
the use has not been exercised as defined per Municipal Code
Section 22.66.050 (b)(1). The applicant may request a one year time
extension in writing 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, referenced herein as Exhibit "A" on file
in the Planning Division, the conditions contained herein, and Development
Code regulations.
2. 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.
F. SOLID WASTE
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
11
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.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT, (909) 839-7040,
FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
A. GENERAL
An Erosion Control Plan shall be submitted detailing erosion control
measures. These measures shall be implemented during construction
between October Vt 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).
2. The applicant shall comply with Standard Urban Storm Water Mitigation Plan
(SUSMP) requirements to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
3. Construction activities and the transportation of equipment and materials and
operation of heavy equipment shall be limited to between the hours of
7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday. Dust generated by
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.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT
COMPLIANCE WITH THEILDING AND SAFETY FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: IVISION,
(909) 839-7020, FOR CO
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. Occupancy of the facilities shall not commence until such time as all Uniform
Building Code and State Fire Marshal regulations have been met. The
antenna and equipment building shall be inspected for compliance prior to
occupancy.
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. The applicant shall submit drawings
12
and calculations prepared by a California State licensed Architect/Engineer
with wet stamp and signature.
4. The project shall be protected by a construction fence to the satisfaction of
the Building Official.
5. Project shall comply with Title 24 Accessibility Requirements and be shown
on plans, including path of travel, van accessible parking, etc.
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.
PLANNING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-49
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
DIAMOND BAR, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT NO. 2006-01, DEVELOPMENT REVIEW NO. 2006-01, AND
CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION 15301(e), A REQUEST TO CONSTRUCT
ADDITIONAL ANTENNA BEHIND THOSE EXISTING ON THE PARK'S
LIGHT POLE AND MODIFY THE FENCED EQUIPMENT AREA TO AN
ENCLOSED BUILDING AT PETERSON PARK, 24142 SYLVAN GLEN
ROAD (APN 8704-056-902), DIAMOND BAR, CA
A. RECITALS
The property owner, City of Diamond Bar, applicant, New Cingular Wireless,
PCC, LLC, and applicant agent Wireless Development Resources, filed an
application for Conditional Use Permit No. 2006-01, Development Review
No. 2006-01, and categorical exemption located in Peterson Park,
24142 Sylvan Glen Road, Diamond Bar, Los Angeles County, California.
Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Conditional Use Permit,
Development Review, and categorical exemption shall be referred to as the
"Application."
2. Public hearing notices were mailed to property owners in a 700 -foot radius of
the project site. Public hearing notices were published in the San Gabriel
Valley Tribune and Inland Valley Daily Bulletin newspapers. A public hearing
notice display board was posted at the site, and legal notices were posted at
the City's designated community posting sites.
3. On November 28, 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 Application is
categorically exempt per the 1970 California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA), Section 15301(e).
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 wildlife 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 on the findings and conclusions set forth herein, this Planning
Commission hereby finds as follows:
(a) The project site is the existing telecommunications facility at the south
side of Peterson Park, 24142 Sylvan Glen Road (APN 8704-056-902),
Diamond Bar, California. The park is approximately nine (9) acres.
(b) The General Plan Land Use designation is Park (PF). Open Space
(OS) is the zone.
(c) Single-family and Multi -family residential zones and uses are to the
north, east and west. SR 60 freeway is to the south.
(d) The Application requests construction of additional antenna behind
those existing on the park's light pole and to modify the fenced
equipment area to an enclosed building.
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
(e) The proposed use is allowed within the subject zoning district with the
approval of a Conditional Use Permit and complies with all other
applicable provisions of the Development Code and the Municipal
Code.
(f)
The addition to the unmanned wireless telecommunications facility is
permitted in the Open Space zone with a Conditional Use Permit
approval and as amended herein complies with other applicable
Municipal Code provisions.
The proposed use is consistent with the General Plan and any
applicable specific plan.
2
The site's General Plan Land Use designation is Park (PK). The
project use is consistent with the adopted General Plan's Objectives
and Strategies and the Parks Master Plan. The existing use is at the
park's south side next to the freeway and innocuous since 1997 when
established.
(9)
The design, location, size and operation characteristics of the
proposed use are compatible with the existing and future land uses in
the vicinity.
The telecommunications site has existed at Peterson Park since
1997. The park is an irregularly shaped nine (9) acre parcel. The
revised .lease area is approximately 29 feet x 12 feet and not
expected to hinder park users. The additional eight (8) antenna
stacked one behind another on the light pole replicate the existing
design. The fenced equipment area will be removed and replaced
with the more aesthetic enclosed block building to house the
equipment matches park facilities.
The monthly maintenance visits for the unmanned telecommunication
facility generates minimal traffic, does not create a new lighting source
or operational noise. Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
compliance is mandatory and it is unlikely that the facility will have a
negative impact on the single-family residential neighborhood
adjacent to the project site. Therefore, the project's design, location,
size and operational characteristics, as conditioned, are compatible
with the existing and future land uses in the vicinity.
(h) The subject site is physically suitable for the type and density/intensity
of use being proposed including access, provision of utilities,
compatibility with adjoining land uses and the absence of physical
constraints.
Golden Springs Drive and Sylvan Glen Road adequately serve the
park's nine acre site with the existing telecommunications facility. The
project site is compatible with the surrounding land uses and utilities
exist.
Granting the Conditional Use Permit will not be detrimental to the
public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare, or injurious to
persons, property, or improvements in the vicinity and zoning district
in which the property is located.
3
As referenced above in items (e) through (h), the addition to the
existing telecommunications facility as amended herein complies with
City standards and will improve cell phone service to the general
public. The minor improvements will not be detrimental to the general
public or the goals and objectives of the adopted general plan.
0)
The proposed project has been reviewed in compliance with the
provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
The City has determined that the Application is categorically exempt
per the 1970 California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA),
Section 15301(e).
DEVELOPMENT REVIEW
(k) The design and layout of the proposed development are consistent
with the General Plan, City Design Guidelines, development
standards of the applicable district, and architectural criteria for
special areas, (e.g., theme areas, specific plans, community plans,
boulevards, or planned developments.)
(1)
(m)
As referenced above in Items (t) -(i), the existing telecommunications
facility as amended herein is consistent with the City's Design
Guidelines, telecommunications development standards, and General
Plan, and Parks Master Plan.
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.
As referenced in Items (g) above, the design and layout of the
addition to the existing telecommunications facility does not interfere
with the use and enjoyment of neighboring existing or future
development, and the monthly maintenance does not create traffic or
pedestrian hazards.
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 the City's Development Code
Chapter 22.48, the General Plan, or any applicable specific plan.
4
The additional antenna design is consistent with the existing
telecommunications facility and the new equipment structure matches
other park structures. The facility's location at the park's south side
adjacent to the freeway meets development standards, the General
Plan, and the Parks Master Plan.
(n) 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.
As referenced in Items (e) through (m), the additional antenna and
equipment building that matches existing park structures as an
addition to the existing telecommunications facility complies with City
standards and will improve cell phone service to the general public.
The minor improvements will not be detrimental to the general public
or the goals and objectives of the adopted general plan.
(o) The proposed development 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.
(p)
As referenced in Item (g), the telecommunications facility is not
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.
The proposed project has been reviewed in compliance with the
provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
The City has determined that the Application is categorically exempt
per the 1970 California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA),
Section 15301(e).
5. Based on the findings and conclusions set forth above, the Planning
Commission hereby approves the Application subject to the following
conditions:
(a) General
The project shall substantially conform to Title Sheet, Site
Plan, Antenna and Equipment Layout Plan, Elevations,
Landscape Plan, and Details collectively labeled as Exhibit "A"
dated November 28, 2006, as submitted to, amended herein,
and approved by the Planning Commission.
5
2. The applicant shall remove the public hearing notice board
within three days of this project's approval.
3. The Applicants shall co-ordinate all construction activities with
the Community Development Department, (909) 839-7060.
4. When an emergency generator is used on site, the dBA shall
comply with the City's noise standards in Development Code
Chapter 22.28.
5. Prior to permit issuance, the lease shall be completed by all
parties.
6. Applicant shall comply with all executed lease terms.
7. Applicant shall comply with all Federal, State and City
regulations.
8. To ensure compliance with all conditions of approval and
applicable codes, the Conditional Use Permit/Development
Review shall be subject to period review. If non-compliance
with conditions of approval occurs, the Planning Commission
may review the Conditional Use Permit. The Commission may
revoke or modify the Conditional Use Permit.
(b) Planning Division
1. Applicant shall insure that the property is properly secured to
prevent unauthorized access to the communication facilities.
2. Signs and advertising shall be prohibited on the wireless
antenna.
3. No additional lighting shall be installed on the wireless antenna
or associated equipment.
4. The site shall be maintained in a condition free of trash, debris,
refuse, and undesirable vegetation. All graffiti must be
removed within 72 hours.
5. If the Department of Fish and Game determines that Fish and
Game the City, within five days of this grant's approval, a
cashier's check of $25.00 for a documentary handling fee in
6
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.
6. In the event that the antenna becomes inoperable or ceases to
be used for a period of six consecutive months the applicant
shall remove the telecommunications facility within 90 -days of
notification by the City.
7. Prior to permit issuance, the applicant shall post a $5,000 cash
bond with the City of Diamond Bar to guarantee the removal of
the antenna in the event that it ceases to be operational for a
period of six consecutive months.
8. Prior to permit issuance, the applicant shall replenish the
deposit funds for on-going maintenance and repairs in an
amount to be determined by the Community Services Director.
9. Landscaping and irrigation destroyed during construction shall
be replaced to match the existing landscaping and irrigation.
10. All cables and wiring forthe telecommunication facility shall be
underground.
c. Building and Safety Division
1. Fire Department approval may be required. Prior to the
issuance of any City permits, applicant shall contact the Fire
Department for review and approval.
2. Applicant shall provide temporary sanitation facilities while
under construction.
The Planning Commission shall:
(a)
(b)
Certify to the adoption of this Resolution; and
Forthwith transmit a certified copy of this Resolution, by certified mail
to: New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC, 12900 Park Plaza Drive,
Cerritos, CA 90703; and Wireless Development Resources, LLC,
Attention: Mr. John Talbot and Mr. 3 -Daniel Fox, P.O. Box 8823,
Newport Beach, CA 92660.
7
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 28th DAY OF NOVEMBER 2006, BY THE PLANNING
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR.
By:
Steve Nelson, Chairman
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 28th day of November 2006, by the following vote:
AYES: Commissioners: Chair/Nelson; Nolan; Lee; Wei
NOES: Commissioners:
None
ABSENT: Commissioners: VC/Torng
ABSTAIN: Commissioners:
ATTEST:
None
8
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT
STANDARD CONDITIONS
USE PERMITS AND REMODELED STRUCTURES
PROJECT #:
SUBJECT:
APPLICANT:
APPLICANT'S
AGENTS:
LOCATION:
Conditional Use Permit No.2006-01 & Development Review
No. 2006-01
Additions to Existing Telecommunications Facility
Cingular Wireless (Previously LA Cellular and AT&T Wireless)
MMI Titan and Wireless Development Resources, LLC,
Attention: Mr. John Talbot and Mr. 3 -Daniel Fox
Diamond Bar's Peterson Park, 24142 Sylvan Glen Road, Diamond
Bar, CA 91765
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
i . I n 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 Conditional Use Permit No.2006-01,
Development Review No. 2006-01 and Variance No. 2006-05 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
(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 Conditional Use Permit No. 2006-01 and Development
Review No. 2006-01 at the City of Diamond Bar Community Development
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. Cingular Wireless, the application's agents, designers, architects, engineers,
and contractors associated with this project site shall obtain a Diamond Bar
Business Registration and a zoning approval for those businesses located in
Diamond Bar.
4. Signed copies of the Planning Commission Resolution No. 2006-49,
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. All site, grading, landscape, irrigation, and elevation plans 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
10. 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 Conditional Use Permit No. 2006-01 and Development
Review No. 2006-01 shall expire within two years from the approval date if
the use has not been exercised as defined per Municipal Code
Section 22.66.050 (b)(1). The applicant may request a one year time
extension in writing subject to Municipal Code Section 22.60.050(c) for
Planning Commission approval.
D. SITE DEVELOPMENT
1. 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, referenced herein as Exhibit "A" on file
in the Planning Division, the conditions contained herein, and Development
Code regulations.
:2. 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.
F. SOLID WASTE
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
11
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.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT, (909) 839-7040,
FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
A. GENERAL
1 An Erosion Control Plan shall be submitted 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).
2. The applicant shall comply with Standard Urban Storm Water Mitigation Plan
(SUSMP) requirements to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
3. Construction activities and the transportation of equipment and materials and
operation of heavy equipment shall be limited to between the hours of
7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday. Dust generated by
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.
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. Occupancy of the facilities shall not commence until such time as all Uniform
Building Code and State Fire Marshal regulations have been met. The
antenna and equipment building shall be inspected for compliance prior to
occupancy.
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. The applicant shall submit drawings
12
and calculations prepared by a California State licensed Architect/Engineer
with wet stamp and signature.
4. The project shall be protected by a construction fence to the satisfaction of
the Building Official.
5. Project shall comply with Title 24 Accessibility Requirements and be shown
on plans, including path of travel, van accessible parking, etc.
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.
END
13