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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC 2007-30PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2007-30 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR, CALIFORNIA PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVING DEVELOPMENT REVIEW NO. 2007-05, VARIANCE NO. 2007-01, AND MINOR CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2007-01, A REQUEST FOR AN ADDITION OF 2,425 SQUARE FEET TO AN EXISTING 2,823 SQUARE FOOT SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE FEET ON AN EXISTING 89,472 LOT, THE CONTINUATION OF LEGAL NONCONFORMING FRONT YARD SETBACK, AND THE ENCROACHMENT OF THE FRONT YARD SETBACK. THE PROJECT SITE IS LOCATED AT 2620 RUSTY SPUR ROAD (APN: 8713-031-008, LOT 105, TRACT NO. 30091), DIAMOND BAR, CALIFORNIA. A. RECITALS Property owners/applicants, Mr. Vishal and Mrs. Puja Kaushal, have filed an application for Development Review No. 2007-05, Variance No. 2007-01, and Minor Conditional Use Permit No. 2007-01, for property located at 2026 Rusty Spur Road, Diamond Bar, Los Angeles County, California. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Development Review shall be referred to as the "Application." 2. Public hearing notices were mailed to approximately 36 property owners within a 500 -foot radius of the project site. Notification of the public hearing for this project was advertised in the San Gabriel Valley Tribune and Inland Valley Daily Bulletin newspapers. In addition, the project site was posted with a display board and the public notice was posted in three public places. 3. On June 12, 2007, 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: This 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 finds that the project identified above in this Resolution is categorically exempt pursuant to Section 15300.4 (e) of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and guidelines promulgated thereunder. Furthermore, the categorical exemption reflects the independent judgment of the City of Diamond Bar; 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 on the findings and conclusions set forth herein, this Planning Commission hereby finds as follows: (a) The project site is located at 2026 Rusty Spur Road (Lot 105 of Tract 30091), Diamond Bar, California; (b) The project site has a General Plan land use designation of Rural Residential (RR) Maximum Dwelling/Lot; (c) The project site is within the Single Family Residence -Minimum Lot Size 40,000 Square Feet (R-1-40,000) Zone interpreted as Rural Residential (RR) Zone; (d) Generally, to the north is Single Family Residential -Minimum Lot Size 40,000 (R-1-40,000) zone; to the east is Single Family Residential -Minimum Lot Size 40,000 (R-1-40,000) zone; to the south is Single Family Residential -Minimum Lot Size 40,000 square feet (R-1-40,000) zone; and to the west is Single Family Residential -Minimum Lot Size 40,000 (R-1-40,000); (e) The Application request for an addition of 2,425 square feet to existing 2,823 square foot Single Family Residence feet on an 2 Planning Commission Resolution No. 2007-30 existing 89,472 square foot lot, encroachment of front yard setback, continuation of legal nonconforming front yard setback. Development Review (f) The design and layout of the proposed development is consistent with the applicable elements of the City's General Plan, City Design Guidelines, and development standards of the applicable district, design guidelines, and architectural criteria for special areas (e.g., theme areas, specific plans, community plans, boulevards or planned developments); On July 25, 1995, the City adopted its General Plan. Although Tract No. 30091, Lot 105 (project site) was established prior to the City's incorporation and General Plan's adoption. The application complies with the City's General Plan's elements, objectives, and strategies related to maintaining the integrity of residential neighborhoods and open space, and the Rural Residential (minimum lot of 40,000 Square Foot) land use designation. The proposed project consists of an addition of 2,425 square feet to an existing 2,823 square foot Single Family Residence. Hence, the proposed project meets all other development standards forthe RR zoning district as prescribed in the Development Code. The proposed project is not unusual for the surrounding area and is consistent with other development within this community. The proposed project will maintain the integrity and not degrade this residential area. As a result, the proposed project complies with the General Plan objectives and strategies and the City's Design Guidelines related to maintaining the integrity of residential neighborhoods and open space. Furthermore, the proposed projects architectural style (Mediterranean) and construction materials and colors will match the existing residence which is compatible with the eclectic architectural style, colors and material of other homes within the community. (g) The design and layout of interfere with the use and future development and hazards; 3 the proposed development will not enjoyment of neighboring existing or will not create traffic or pedestrian Planning Commission Resolution No. 21)07-30 With the approval and construction of the proposed project, the current use of the project site will be maintained. As referenced above in finding (t), the proposed project can be accommodated at the project site. Additionally, the architectural style, color and materials proposed will match the existing residence. The proposed addition of 2,425 square feet to an existing 2,823 square foot Single Family Residence established in the surrounding community and also consistent with other additions recently approved by the Planning Commission. As such, the proposed project is not expected to interfere with the use and enjoyment of neighboring existing or future development. The proposed project is not expected to intensify the existing use to an extent that will create traffic or pedestrian hazards. (h) The architectural design of the proposed development is compatible with the character of the surrounding neighborhood and will maintain the harmonious, orderly and attractive development contemplated by Chapter 22.48.20. Development Review Standards, City Design Guidelines, the City's General Plan, or any applicable specific plan; The architectural style of the proposed site is a typical Mediterranean design. The compatibility of the proposed project with the surrounding residences is consistent with the City's Development Review Standards, City Design Guidelines and City's General Plan. As a result, the proposed project will maintain the harmonious, orderly and attractive development contemplated by Chapter 22.48.20. Development Review Standards, City Design Guidelines, the City's General Plan. There is not an applicable specific plan for this area. (i) 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 and will retain a reasonably adequate level of maintenance; As referenced in the above findings (0, (g), and (h), the proposed project 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 4 Planning Commission Resolubon No. 2007-30 appealing while offering variety in color and texture and a low level of maintenance. (j) The proposed development will not be detrimental to 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 any City permits, the proposed project is required to comply with all conditions within the approved 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 is not detrimental to the public health, safety or welfare or materially injurious to the properties or improvements in the vicinity. (k) The proposed project has been reviewed in compliance with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA); Pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), Section 15300.4(e), the City has determined that the project identified above in this Resolution is categorically exempt. Furthermore, the categorical exemption reflects the independent judgment of the City of Diamond Bar. Minor Conditional Use Permit (1) The proposed use is allowed within the subject zoning district with the applicable provisions of the Development Code and the Municipal Code; As stated in Findings (t), (g) and (h) above, the proposed addition to an existing single-family residence is allowed within the R-1- 40,000 zoning district. Pursuant to the Development Code, the development standards of the RR zoning district apply to the project site. R-1-40,000 zoning district and complies with all applicable Development Code standards for that zoning district except for the legal nonconforming front yard setback. The existing legal nonconforming setbacks can be allowed with the appropriate findings through the Minor Conditional Use Permit process. 5 Planning Commission Resolution No. 2007-30 Pursuant to Development Code Section 22.68.030 (a) and (b) — Restrictions on Nonconforming Structures, a structure shall be deemed nonconforming if the structure fails to conform to the building envelope regulations (e.g., lot coverage, height, or setback requirements) as specified for each zoning district. In addition, this Code section specifies that an addition, enlargement, extension, reconstruction, relocation, or structural alteration of a legal non- conforming structure may be allowed with approval of a Minor Conditional Use Permit with findings specified in Code Section 22.56.040. Findings specified in Section 22.68.030 for legal nonconforming structures must also be made. Furthermore, Section 22.68.030 requires that the exterior limits of new construction do not exceed the applicable height limit or encroach further into the setbacks than the comparable portion of the existing structure (follow the development line of the existing structure); however, if the existing front yard setback is less than thirty feet, the exterior limits of new construction shall maintain a minimum thirty foot front yard setback. Staff believes that a 22 foot 8 inch front yard setback will not create incompatibility with other residences in the neighborhood because front yard setbacks within `The Country Estates" vary with 20 feet being the minimum requirement in past codes. The City's Development Code allows changes to or an expansion of a legal nonconforming structure if the exterior limits do not encroach further into the existing setback than the comparable portion of the existing structure. This is the case with the proposed project. Variance (m) There are special circumstances applicable to the property (e.g. location, shape, size, surroundings, topography, or other conditions), so that the strict application of this Development Code denies the property owner privileges enjoyed by other property owners in the vicinity and under identical zoning districts or creates an unnecessary and non -self-created, hardship or unreasonable regulation which make it obviously impractical to require compliance with the development standards. The single-family residence's original construction was approved using the Los Angeles County Code and met the required setbacks 6 Planning Commission Resolution No. 2007-30 of that code. In December 9998, the Diamond Bar Development Code was adopted, and in April 2000 Ordinance 02 (2000), amending the Code's lot development standard, was approved by the City Council. The front yard setback criterion for all single- family residences in The Country is now 30 feet. The request is to decrease the side yard setback to 7 feet 4 inches from the permitted 22 foot 8 inch front yard setback. The subject property is zoned R-9-40, 000. The irregular shaped lot is 89,472 square feet. The subject property is an average sized lot surrounding Nan Court that range in size from an average of 40, 000 to 100, 000 square feet. The applicant is proposing to add 2,425 square feet, two-story addition. The addition will be located on the side of the existing structure following the existing front yard setback. Therefore, it creates a hardship that makes it impractical to require compliance with the development standards. (n) Granting the Variance is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of substantial property rights possessed by other property owners in the same vicinity and zoning district and denied to the property owner for which the Variance is sought. The homes in the area were built prior to the adoption the City's Development Code and amendments. The front yard setback criterion for all single-family residences under the Rural Residential zone is 30 feet. The applicant is requesting to encroach into the setback 7 feet 4 inches. Other homes in this tract have legal nonconforming front yard setbacks. Therefore, granting the Variance is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of substantial property rights possessed by other property owners in the same vicinity and zoning district and denied to the property owner for which the Variance is sought. (o) Granting the Variance is consistent with the General Plan and any applicable specific plan. The proposed single-family residence is consistent the City's General Plan and there is no specific plan for the area. The 7 Planning Commission Resolution No. 2007-30 proposed single-family residence complies with the applicable standards for the R-1-40,000 (Rural Residential Development Standards (RR)) zoning district with the exception of the side yard setback. In this case, the encroachment of a front yard setback requires a Variance approval. The front yard setback encroachment is consistent with the neighboring properties with respect to design and materials. (p) The proposed entitlement would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience or welfare of the City. As stated in Item 4(t) — a), the proposed entitlement would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience or welfare of the City. (q) The proposed entitlement has been reviewed in compliance with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). As stated in Item 4(k), the proposed entitlement has been reviewed in compliance with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). (r) The proposed use is consistent with the General Plan and any applicable specific plan; As stated in Item 4(0, the proposed use is consistent with the General Plan and any applicable specific plan. (s) The design, location, size and operating characteristics of the proposed use are compatible with the existing and future land uses in the vicinity; As stated in Findings (t), (g, (h), (i) and (1) above, the design, location, size and operating characteristics of the proposed addition are compatible with the existing and future land uses in the vicinity, (t) 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; 8 Planning Commission Resolution No. 2007-30 As stated in Findings (t), (g), (h), (i) and (1) above, the project site is physically suitable for the type and densityrintensity of proposed addition including access, provision of utilities, compatibility with adjoining land uses, and the absence of physical constraints; (u) Granting the Minor Conditional Use Permit and Variance will not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, injurious to persons, property, or improvements in the vicinity and zoning district in which the property is located; and As stated in Item 4(0-(j), granting the Minor Conditional Use Permit and Variance will not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare, or materially injurious to person, property or improvements in the vicinity and zoning districts in which the property is located. (v) The proposed project has been reviewed in compliance with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), Section 15300.4(e), the City has determined that the project identified above in this Resolution is categorically exempt. Furthermore, the categorical exemption reflects the independent judgment of the City of Diamond Bar. 5. Based on the findings and conclusions set forth above, the Planning Commission hereby approves the Application subject to the following conditions and the attached standard conditions: Planning Division (a) The project shall substantially conform to site plan, floor plans, roof plan, elevations, demolition plan, and sections collectively labeled as Exhibit "A" dated June 2007, as submitted and approved bythe Planning Commission, and as amended herein; (b) Before construction begins, the applicant shall install temporary construction fencing with screening along the project site's perimeter. This fencing shall remain until the Building Official approves its removal. The Applicant shall provide temporary sanitation facilities while under construction; (c) Applicant shall comply with Planning Division, Building and Safety Division and Public Works Division requirements; 9 Planning Commission Resolution No. 2007-30 PUBLIC WORKS DIVISION (d) The Drainage Plan shall be prepared by a Civil Engineer, licensed in the State of California, in accordance with the City's requirements for plan check review and approval by the Public Works Division. The Drainage Plan shall show the location of the walls and elevations of the top of wall/footing and finished grade on both sides of the retaining walls. Additionally, surface water shall drain away from the building at a 2% minimum slope; (e) If applicable, all drainage/runoff from the development shall be conveyed from the site to the natural drainage course or the adjacent private street, with the exception of the drainage to the adjacent private street, no on-site drainage shall be conveyed to adjacent parcels. If required by the Public Works Director, the applicant shall provide a hydrology study; (f) Before the issuance of any City permits, erosion control plans shall be submitted for the City's review and approval. Measures shall be in place for construction started after October 1, through April 15. The erosion control plan shall conform to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) standards and incorporate the appropriate Best Management Practices (BMP's). Additionally, the applicant shall obtain the necessary NPDES permits; BUILDING AND SAFETY (g) Applicant shall submit drawings and calculations prepared by a licensed architect or engineer with wet stamp and signature; (h) Prior to the issuance of any construction permits, the applicant shall submit construction plans to the Los Angeles County Fire Department for review and approval; (i) Prior to the issuance of any City permits retaining wall calculations shall be submitted to the Building and Safety Division for review and approval; 10 Planning Commission Resolu@on No. 2007-30 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: Mr. Vishal and Mrs. Puja Kaushal, 2026 Rusty Spur Road, Diamond Bar, CA 91765. APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 12th OF JUNE 2007, BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR. ny Torng, Vice C airman I, Nancy Fong, Planning Commission Secretary, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly introduced, passed, and adopted by the Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar, at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission held on the 12th day of June 2007, by the following vote: AYES: Commissioners: Wei, Lee, Dolan, VC/Torng NOES: Commissioners: None ABSTAIN: Commissioners: None ABSENT: Commi�siQD-eM: Chair/Nelson ATTEST: Na COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ' - : ►/ 14AT, STANDARD CONDITIONS USE PERMITS, COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL NEW AND REMODELED STRUCTURES PROJECT #: Development Review No. 2007-05, Minor Conditional Use Permit No. 2007-01, Variance No. 2007-01 SUBJECT: Addition of 2,425 square feet to an existing 2,823 square foot Single Family Residence, the continuation of the front yard legal nonconforming setback, and the encroachment into the front yard setback. PROPERTY OWNER: Mr. Vishal and Mrs. Puia Kaushal APPLICANT: Mr. Vishal and Mrs. Pula Kaushal LOCATION: 2026 Rusty Spur 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: 12 Planning Commission Resolution No. 2007-30 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. 2007-05, Minor Conditional Use Permit No. 2007-01, and Variance No. 2007-01 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. (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. 2007-05, Minor Conditional Use Permit No. 2007-01, and Variance No. 2007-01 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. 2007-30, 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. 13 Planning Commission Resolution No. 2007-30 B. 6. The project site shall be maintained and operated in full compliance with the conditions of approval and all laws, or other applicable regulations. 7. 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. 8. 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. 9. 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 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. 10. Property owner/applicant shall remove the public hearing notice board within three days of this project's approval. 11. The applicant shall comply with the requirements of City Planning, Building and Safety Divisions, Public Works Department, and the Fire Department. 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, priorto 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. 14 Planning Commission Resolution No. 2007-30 C. TIME LIMITS The approval of Development Review No. 2007-05, Minor Conditional Use Permit No. 2007-01, and Variance No. 2007-01 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 insert as applicable: City Council or 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, collectively referenced herein as Exhibit "A" including: site plans, floor plans, architectural elevations, landscaping on file in the Planning Division, the conditions contained herein, Development Code regulations, the Specific Plan, and the Community Plan. 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 form to be provided by the City. The covenant shall be completed and recorded with the Los Angeles County Recorders Office. 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. 15 Planning Commission Resolution No. 2007-30 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 clearly detailing erosion control measures. These measures shall be implemented during construction. The erosion control plan shall conform to national Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) standards and incorporate the appropriate Best Management Practices (BMP's) as specified in the Storm Water BMP Certification. For construction activity which disturbs one acre or greater soil a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) will be needed. Please refer to City handouts. 2. The applicant shall comply with Standard Urban Storm Water Mitigation Plan (SUSMP) requirements to the satisfactory of the City Engineer. Please refer to City handouts. 3. 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 REPORTIGRADING/RETAINING WALLS 1. Finished slopes shall conform to City Code Section 22.22.080 -Grading. 2. All easements and flood hazard areas shall be clearly identified on the grading plan. 3. 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 defense shall be locked whenever the construction site is not supervised. 4. Grading of the subject property shall be in accordance with the California Building Code, City Grading Ordinance, Hillside Management Ordinance and acceptable grading practices. 16 Planning Commission Resolution No. 2007-30 5. The maximum grade of driveways serving building pad areas shall be 15 percent. In hillside areas driveway grades exceeding 15 percent shall have parking landings with a minimum 16 feet deep and shall not exceed five (5) percent grade or as required by the City Engineer. Driveways with a slope of 15 percent shall incorporate grooves for traction into the construction as required by the City Engineer. 6. 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. 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. No on-site drainage shall be conveyed to adjacent parcels, unless that is the natural drainage course. 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 minimum design load for wind in this area is 80 M.P.H. exposures "C" and the site is within seismic zone four (4). The applicant shall submit drawings and calculations prepared by a California State licensed Architect/Engineer with wet stamp and signature. 3. This project shall comply with the energy conservation requirements of the State of California Energy Commission. Kitchen and bathroom lights shall be fluorescent. 4. Submit Public Works Department approved grading plans showing clearly all finish elevations, drainage, and retaining walls locations. 5. "Separate permits are required for pool, spa, pond and tennis court" and shall be noted on plans. 17 Planning Commission Resolution No. 2007-30 6. A height survey may be required at completion of framing. 7. Provide exit analysis showing occupant load for each space, exit width, exit signs, etc. 8. Indicate the proposed addition and existing building on the plans. Submit code analysis and justification showing the following: a. Each building square foot b. Each building height C. Type of construction d. Sprinkler system e. Each group occupancy f. Property line location in relation to each building (side yard) g. Exit analysis for each building (occupant load/corridor rating/exit width/exit signs, etc.) h. Accessibility analysis for the entire site and for each building L Shaft rating/ exterior walls construction/ opening protection 9. Verify adequate exit requirements. The distance between required exits shall be'h of the building diagonal. 10. Building setback from any slope (toe or top) shall meet Chapter 18 of the 2001 California Building Code. 11. All balconies shall be designed for 601b. live load. 12. Guardrails shall be designed for 20 load applied laterally at the top of the rail. 13. Indicate all easements on the site plan. 14. 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. 15. All retaining walls shall be submitted to the Building & Safety and Public 18 Planning commission Resolution No. 2007-30 Work Departments for review and approval. 16. 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. 17. The project shall be protected by a construction fence and shall comply with the NPDES & BMP requirements (sand bags, etc.). 18. Check drainage patterns with Engineering Department. Surface water shall drain away from building at a 2% minimum slope. 19. Specify location of tempered glass as required by code. 20. Specify 1/4"/ft slope for all flat surfaces/ decks with approved water proofing material. Also, provide guardrail connection detail (height, spacing, etc.) 21. 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. 19 Planning Commission Resolution No. 2007-30 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2007-30 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR, CALIFORNIA PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVING DEVELOPMENT REVIEW NO. 2007-05, VARIANCE NO. 2007-01, AND MINOR CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2007-01, A REQUEST FOR AN ADDITION OF 2,425 SQUARE FEET TO AN EXISTING 2,823 SQUARE FOOT SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE FEET ON AN EXISTING 89,472 LOT, THE CONTINUATION OF LEGAL NONCONFORMING FRONT YARD SETBACK, AND THE ENCROACHMENT OF THE FRONT YARD SETBACK. THE PROJECT SITE IS LOCATED AT 2620 RUSTY SPUR ROAD (APN: 8713-031-008, LOT 105, TRACT NO. 30091), DIAMOND BAR, CALIFORNIA. A. RECITALS 1 Property owners/applicants, Mr. Vishal and Mrs. Puja Kaushal, have filed an application for Development Review No. 2007-05, Variance No. 2007-01, and Minor Conditional Use Permit No. 2007-01, for property located at 2026 Rusty Spur Road, Diamond Bar, Los Angeles County, California. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Development Review shall be referred to as the "Application." 2. Public hearing notices were mailed to approximately 36 property owners within a 500 -foot radius of the project site. Notification of the public hearing for this project was advertised in the San Gabriel Valley Tribune and Inland Valley Daily Bulletin newspapers. In addition, the project site was posted with a display board and the public notice was posted in three public places. 3. On June 12, 2007, 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. This 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 finds that the project identified above in this Resolution is categorically exempt pursuant to Section 15300.4 (e) of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and guidelines promulgated thereunder. Furthermore, the categorical exemption reflects the independent judgment of the City of Diamond Bar; 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 on the findings and conclusions set forth herein, this Planning Commission hereby finds as follows: (a) The project site is located at 2026 Rusty Spur Road (Lot 105 of Tract 30091), Diamond Bar, California; (b) The project site has a General Plan land use designation of Rural Residential (RR) Maximum Dwelling/Lot; (c) The project site is within the Single Family Residence -Minimum Lot Size 40,000 Square Feet (R-1-40,000) Zone interpreted as Rural Residential (RR) Zone; (d) Generally, to the north is Single Family Residential -Minimum Lot Size 40,000 (R-1-40,000) zone; to the east is Single Family Residential -Minimum Lot Size 40,000 (R-1-40,000) zone; to the south is Single Family Residential -Minimum Lot Size 40,000 square feet (R-1-40,000) zone; and to the west is Single Family Residential -Minimum Lot Size 40,000 (R-1-40,000); (e) The Application request for an addition of 2,425 square feet to existing 2,823 square foot Single Family Residence feet on an 2 Planning Commission Resolution No. 2007-30 existing 89,472 square foot lot, encroachment of front yard setback, continuation of legal nonconforming front yard setback. Development Review M (9) The design and layout of the proposed development is consistent with the applicable elements of the City's General Plan, City Design Guidelines, and development standards of the applicable district, design guidelines, and architectural criteria for special areas (e.g., theme areas, specific plans, community plans, boulevards or planned developments); On July 25, 1995, the City adopted its General Plan. Although Tract No. 30091, Lot 105 (project site) was established prior to the City's incorporation and General Plan's adoption. The application complies with the City's General Plan's elements, objectives, and strategies related to maintaining the integrity of residential neighborhoods and open space, and the Rural Residential (minimum lot of 40,000 Square Foot) land use designation. The proposed project consists of an addition of 2,425 square feet to an existing 2,823 square foot Single Family Residence. Hence, the proposed project meets all other development standards for the RR zoning district as prescribed in the Development Code. The proposed project is not unusual for the surrounding area and is consistent with other development within this community. The proposed project will maintain the integrity and not degrade this residential area. As a result, the proposed project complies with the General Plan objectives and strategies and the City's Design Guidelines related to maintaining the integrity of residential neighborhoods and open space. Furthermore, the proposed projects architectural style (Mediterranean) and construction materials and colors will match the existing residence which is compatible with the eclectic architectural style, colors and material of other homes within the community. 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; 3 Planning Commission Resolution No. 2007-30 With the approval and construction of the proposed project, the current use of the project site will be maintained. As referenced above in finding (t), the proposed project can be accommodated at the project site. Additionally, the architectural style, color and materials proposed will match the existing residence. The proposed addition of 2,425 square feet to an existing 2,823 square foot Single Family Residence established in the surrounding community and also consistent with other additions recently approved by the Planning Commission. As such, the proposed project is not expected to interfere with the use and enjoyment of neighboring existing or future development. The proposed project is not expected to intensify the existing use to an extent that will create traffic or pedestrian hazards. (h) The architectural design of the proposed development is compatible with the character of the surrounding neighborhood and will maintain the harmonious, orderly and attractive development contemplated by Chapter 22.48.20. Development Review Standards, City Design Guidelines, the City's General Plan, or any applicable specific plan; The architectural style of the proposed site is a typical Mediterranean design. The compatibility of the proposed project with the surrounding residences is consistent with the City's Development Review Standards, City Design Guidelines and City's General Plan. As a result, the proposed project will maintain the harmonious, orderly and attractive development contemplated by Chapter 22.48.20. Development Review Standards, City Design Guidelines, the City's General Plan. There is not an applicable specific plan for this area. (i) 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 and will retain a reasonably adequate level of maintenance; As referenced in the above findings (t), (g), and (h), the proposed project 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 4 Planning Commission Resolution No. 2007-30 appealing while offering variety in colorand texture and a low level of maintenance. U) The proposed development will not be detrimental to 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 any City permits, the proposed project is required to comply with all conditions within the approved 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 is not detrimental to the public health, safety or welfare or materially injurious to the properties or improvements in the vicinity. (k) The proposed project has been reviewed in compliance with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA); Pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), Section 15300.4(e), the City has determined that the project identified above in this Resolution is categorically exempt. Furthermore, the categorical exemption reflects the independent judgment of the City of Diamond Bar. Minor Conditional Use Permit (I) The proposed use is allowed within the subject zoning district with the applicable provisions of the Development Code and the Municipal Code; As stated in Findings (t), (g) and (h) above, the proposed addition to an existing single-family residence is allowed within the R-1- 40,000 zoning district. Pursuant to the Development Code, the development standards of the RR zoning district apply to the project site. R-1-40,000 zoning district and complies with all applicable Development Code standards for that zoning district except for the legal nonconforming front yard setback. The existing legal nonconforming setbacks can be allowed with the appropriate findings through the Minor Conditional Use Permit process. 5 Planning Commission Resolution No. 2007-30 Pursuant to Development Code Section 22.68.030 (a) and (b) - Restrictions on Nonconforming Structures, a structure shall be deemed nonconforming if the structure fails to conform to the building envelope regulations (e.g., lot coverage, height, orsetback requirements) as specified for each zoning district. In addition, this Code section specifies that an addition, enlargement, extension, reconstruction, relocation, or structural alteration of a legal non- conforming structure may be allowed with approval of a Minor Conditional Use Permit with findings specified in Code Section 22.56.040. Findings specified in Section 22.68.030 for legal nonconforming structures must also be made. Furthermore, Section 22.68.030 requires that the exterior limits of new construction do not exceed the applicable height limit or encroach further into the setbacks than the comparable portion of the existing structure (follow the development line of the existing structure); however, if the existing front yard setback is less than thirty feet, the exterior limits of new construction shall maintain a minimum thirty foot front yard setback. Staff believes that a 22 foot 8 inch front yard setback will not create incompatibility with other residences in the neighborhood because front yard setbacks within "The Country Estates" vary with 20 feet being the minimum requirement in past codes. The City's Development Code allows changes to or an expansion of a legal nonconforming structure if the exterior limits do not encroach further into the existing setback than the comparable portion of the existing structure. This is the case with the proposed project. Variance (m) There are special circumstances applicable to the property (e.g. location, shape, size, surroundings, topography, or other conditions), so that the strict application of this Development Code denies the property owner privileges enjoyed by other property owners in the vicinity and under identical zoning districts or creates an unnecessary and non -self-created, hardship or unreasonable regulation which make it obviously impractical to require compliance with the development standards. The single-family residence's original construction was approved using the Los Angeles County Code and met the required setbacks 6 Planning Commission Resolution No. 2007-30 of that code. In December 1998, the Diamond Bar Development Code was adopted, and in April 2000 Ordinance 02 (2000), amending the Code's lot development standard, was approved by the City Council. The front yard setback criterion for all single- family residences in The Country is now 30 feet. The request is to decrease the side yard setback to 7 feet 4 inches from the permitted 22 foot 8 inch front yard setback. The subject property is zoned R-1-40,000. The irregular shaped lot is 89,472 square feet. The subject property is an average sized lot surrounding Nan Court that range in size from an average of 40, 000 to 100, 000 square feet. The applicant is proposing to add 2,425 square feet, two-story addition. The addition will be located on the side of the existing structure following the existing front yard setback. Therefore, it creates a hardship that makes it impractical to require compliance with the development standards. (n) Granting the Variance is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of substantial property rights possessed by other property owners in the same vicinity and zoning district and denied to the property owner for which the Variance is sought. The homes in the area were built prior to the adoption the City's Development Code and amendments. The front yard setback criterion for all single-family residences under the Rural Residential zone is 30 feet. The applicant is requesting to encroach into the setback 7 feet 4 inches. Other homes in this tract have legal nonconforming front yard setbacks. Therefore, granting the Variance is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of substantial property rights possessed by other property owners in the same vicinity and zoning district and denied to the property owner for which the Variance is sought. (o) Granting the Variance is consistent with the General Plan and any applicable specific plan. The proposed single-family residence is consistent the City's General Plan and there is no specific plan for the area. The 7 Planning Commission Resolution No. 2007-30 proposed single-family residence complies with the applicable standards for the R-1-40,000 (Rural Residential Development Standards (RR)) zoning district with the exception of the side yard setback. In this case, the encroachment of a front yard setback requires a Variance approval. The front yard setback encroachment is consistent with the neighboring properties with respect to design and materials. (p) (q) The proposed entitlement would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience or welfare of the City. As stated in Item 4(0 - (j), the proposed entitlement would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience or welfare of the City. The proposed entitlement has been reviewed in compliance with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). As stated in Item 4(k), the proposed entitlement has been reviewed in compliance with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). (r) The proposed use is consistent with the General Plan and any applicable specific plan; As stated in item 4(f), the proposed use is consistent with the General Plan and any applicable specific plan. (s) The design, location, size and operating characteristics of the proposed use are compatible with the existing and future land uses in the vicinity; As stated in Findings (t), (g, (h), (i) and (I) above, the design, location, size and operating characteristics of the proposed addition are compatible with the existing and future land uses in the vicinity; (t) 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; 8 Planning Commission Resolution No. 2007-30 As stated in Findings (t), (g), (h), (i) and (I) above, the project site is physically suitable for the type and density/intensity of proposed addition including access, provision of utilities, compatibility with adjoining land uses, and the absence of physical constraints; (u) Granting the Minor Conditional Use Permit and Variance will not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, injurious to persons, property, or improvements in the vicinity and zoning district in which the property is located; and As stated in Item 4(f) -U), granting the Minor Conditional Use Permit and Variance will not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare, or materially injurious to person, property or improvements in the vicinity and zoning districts in which the property is located. (v) The proposed project has been reviewed in compliance with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), Section 15300.4(e), the City has determined that the project identified above in this Resolution is categorically exempt. Furthermore, the categorical exemption reflects the independent judgment of the City of Diamond Bar. 5. Based on the findings and conclusions set forth above, the Planning Commission hereby approves the Application subject to the following conditions and the attached standard conditions: Planning Division (a) The project shall substantially conform to site plan, floor plans, roof plan, elevations, demolition plan, and sections collectively labeled as Exhibit "A" dated June 2007, as submitted and approved by the Planning Commission, and as amended herein; (b) Before construction begins, the applicant shall install temporary construction fencing with screening along the project site's perimeter. This fencing shall remain until the Building Official approves its removal. The Applicant shall provide temporary sanitation facilities while under construction; (c) Applicant shall comply with Planning Division, Building and Safety Division and Public Works Division requirements; 9 Planning Commission Resolution No. 2007-30 PUBLIC WORKS DIVISION (d) The Drainage Plan shall be prepared by a Civil Engineer, licensed in the State of California, in accordance with the City's requirements for plan check review and approval by the Public Works Division. The Drainage Plan shall show the location of the walls and elevations of the top of wall/footing and finished grade on both sides of the retaining walls. Additionally, surface water shall drain away from the building at a 2% minimum slope; (e) If applicable, all drainage/runoff from the development shall be conveyed from the site to the natural drainage course or the adjacent private street, with the exception of the drainage to the adjacent private street, no on-site drainage shall be conveyed to adjacent parcels. If required by the Public Works Director, the applicant shall provide a hydrology study; (f) Before the issuance of any City permits, erosion control plans shall be submitted for the City's review and approval. Measures shall be in place for construction started after October 1, through April 15. The erosion control plan shall conform to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) standards and incorporate the appropriate Best Management Practices (BMP's). Additionally, the applicant shall obtain the necessary NPDES permits; BUILDING AND SAFETY (g) Applicant shall submit drawings and calculations prepared by a licensed architect or engineer with wet stamp and signature; (h) Prior to the issuance of any construction permits, the applicant shall submit construction plans to the Los Angeles County Fire Department for review and approval; (i) Prior to the issuance of any City permits retaining wall calculations shall be submitted to the Building and Safety Division for review and approval; 10 Planning Commission Resolution No. 2007-30 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: Mr. Vishal and Mrs. Puja Kaushal, 2026 Rusty Spur Road, Diamond Bar, CA 91765. APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 12th OF JUNE 2007, BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR. BY: /'r--._ ny Torng, Vice C airman I, Nancy Fong, Planning Commission Secretary, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly introduced, passed, and adopted by the Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar, at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission held on the 12th day of June 2007, by the following vote: AYES: Commissioners: Wei, Lee, Nolan, VC/Torng NOES: Commissioners: None ABSTAIN: Commissioners: None ABSENT: Commi"sioi: Chair/Nelson ATTEST: 11 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT STANDARD CONDITIONS USE PERMITS, COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL NEW AND REMODELED STRUCTURES PROJECT #: Development Review No. 2007-05, Minor Conditional Use Permit No. 2007-01, Variance No. 2007-01 SUBJECT: Addition of 2,425 square feet to an existing 2,823 square foot Single Family Residence, the continuation of the front yard legal nonconforming setback, and the encroachment into the front yard setback. PROPERTY OWNER: Mr. Vishal and Mrs. Puja Kaushal APPLICANT: Mr. Vishal and Mrs. Puja Kaushal LOCATION: 2026 Rusty Spur 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: 12 Planning Commission Resolution No. 2007-30 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. 2007-05, Minor Conditional Use Permit No. 2007-01, and Variance No. 2007-01 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. (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. 2007-05, Minor Conditional Use Permit No. 2007-01, and Variance No. 2007-01 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. 2007-30, 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. 13 Planning Commission Resolution No. 2007-30 6. The project site shall be maintained and operated in full compliance with the conditions of approval and all laws, or other applicable regulations. 7. 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. 8. 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. 9. 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 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. 10. Property owner/applicant shall remove the public hearing notice board within three days of this project's approval. 11. 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. 14 Planning Commission Resolution No. 2007-30 C. TIME LIMITS 1. The approval of Development Review No. 2007-05, Minor Conditional Use Permit No. 2007-01, and Variance No. 2007-01 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 insert as applicable: City Council or 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, collectively referenced herein as Exhibit "A" including: site plans, floor plans, architectural elevations, landscaping on file in the Planning Division, the conditions contained herein, Development Code regulations, the Specific Plan, and the Community Plan. 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 form to be provided by the City. The covenant shall be completed and recorded with the Los Angeles County Recorders Office. 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. 15 Planning Commission Resolution No. 2007-30 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 clearly detailing erosion control measures. These measures shall be implemented during construction. The erosion control plan shall conform to national Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) standards and incorporate the appropriate Best Management Practices (BMP's) as specified in the Storm Water BMP Certification. For construction activity which disturbs one acre or greater soil a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) will be needed. Please refer to City handouts. 2. The applicant shall comply with Standard Urban Storm Water Mitigation Plan (SUSMP) requirements to the satisfactory of the City Engineer. Please refer to City handouts. 3. 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 1. Finished slopes shall conform to City Code Section 22.22.080 -Grading. 2. All easements and flood hazard areas shall be clearly identified on the grading plan. 3. 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 defense shall be locked whenever the construction site is not supervised. 4. Grading of the subject property shall be in accordance with the California Building Code, City Grading Ordinance, Hillside Management Ordinance and acceptable grading practices. 16 Planning Commission Resolution No. 2007-30 5. The maximum grade of driveways serving building pad areas shall be 15 percent. In hillside areas driveway grades exceeding 15 percent shall have parking landings with a minimum 16 feet deep and shall not exceed five (5) percent grade or as required by the City Engineer. Driveways with a slope of 15 percent shall incorporate grooves for traction into the construction as required by the City Engineer. 6. 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. 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. No on-site drainage shall be conveyed to adjacent parcels, unless that is the natural drainage course. 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 minimum design load for wind in this area is 80 M.P.H. exposures "C" and the site is within seismic zone four (4). The applicant shall submit drawings and calculations prepared by a California State licensed Architect/Engineer with wet stamp and signature. 3. This project shall comply with the energy conservation requirements of the State of California Energy Commission. Kitchen and bathroom lights shall be fluorescent. 4. Submit Public Works Department approved grading plans showing clearly all finish elevations, drainage, and retaining walls locations. 5. "Separate permits are required for pool, spa, pond and tennis court" and shall be noted on plans. 17 Planning Commission Resolution No. 2007-30 6. A height survey may be required at completion of framing. 7. Provide exit analysis showing occupant load for each space, exit width, exit signs, etc. 8. Indicate the proposed addition and existing building on the plans. Submit code analysis and justification showing the following: a. Each building square foot b. Each building height c. Type of construction d. Sprinkler system e. Each group occupancy f. Property line location in relation to each building (side yard) g. Exit analysis for each building (occupant load/corridor rating/exit width/exit signs, etc.) h. Accessibility analysis for the entire site and for each building i. Shaft rating/ exterior walls construction/ opening protection 9. Verify adequate exit requirements. The distance between required exits shall be 1/2 of the building diagonal. 10. Building setback from any slope (toe or top) shall meet Chapter 18 of the 2001 California Building Code. 11. All balconies shall be designed for 601b. live load. 12. Guardrails shall be designed for 20 load applied laterally at the top of the rail. 13. Indicate all easements on the site plan. 14. 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. 15. All retaining walls shall be submitted to the Building & Safety and Public 18 Planning commission Resolution No. 2007-30 Work Departments for review and approval. 16. 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. 17. The project shall be protected by a construction fence and shall comply with the NPDES & BMP requirements (sand bags, etc.). 18. Check drainage patterns with Engineering Department. Surface water shall drain away from building at a 2% minimum slope. 19. Specify location of tempered glass as required by code. 20. Specify 1/4"/ft slope for all flat surfaces/ decks with approved water proofing material. Also, provide guardrail connection detail (height, spacing, etc.) 21. 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. END 19 Planning Commission Resolution No. 2007-30