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RESOLUTION NO. 2007-47
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
DIAMOND BAR, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
NO. 2007-12, A REQUEST TO ESTABLISH A SCHOOL -CONNECTION AT
3211 BREA CANYON ROAD, UNIT A (APN: 8285-028-035), DIAMOND
(BAR, CA.
A. RECITALS
Applicant, School -Connection, has filed an application for Conditional Use
Permit No. 2007-12, for property located at 3211 Brea Canyon Road, Unit A,
Diamond Bar, Los Angeles County, California. Hereinafter in this Resolution,
the subject Conditional Use Permit shall be referred to as the "Application."
2. Public hearing notices were mailed to property owners within a 500 -foot
radius of the project site. Notification of the public hearing for this project was
provided 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 September 11, 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 according to Section 15301 (a) 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 within an existing commercial center located at the
North-West Corner of Brea Canyon Road and Diamond Bar
Boulevard. The proposed use will occupy a leased space of 4,293
square feet at 3211 Brea Canyon Road, Unit A. The center is
approximately 2.54 acres with approximately 24,763 square feet of
structure, which accommodates multiple schools, studios, a day care,
and multiple retail shops;
(b) The project site has a General Plan land use designation of General
Commercial (C);
(c) The zoning designation for the project site is Unlimited Commercial
(C-2) zone in which the development standards for Regional
Commercial;
(d) Generally the following zones surround the project site:
North: Freeway SR 57;
South: General Commercial (C-2) zone;
East: Freeway SR 57;
West: General Commercial (C-1) zone;
(e) Pursuant to Development Code Section(s) 22.58 and 22.10.030 -
Table 2-6, this application is a request to obtain a Conditional Use
Permit to allow the operation of a school that facilitates student's
educational needs. The proposed school will be identified as School -
Connection. The proposed use will occupy a vacant unit of
approximately 4,293 square feet, in the former location of Diamond
Bar Chinese Association. The unit will consist of a reception area,
eight classrooms, two restrooms, a storage area, a copy room, and an
office.
Conditional Use Permit
(f) The proposed use is allowed within the subject zoning district with the
approval of a Conditional Use Permit complies with all other
applicable provisions of the Development Code and the Municipal
Code;
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The proposed School -Connection is permitted in the C-2 Zone with a
Conditional Use Permit approval and as conditioned herein will
comply with all other applicable provisions of the Development Code
and the Municipal Code.
(g) The proposed use is consistent with the General Plan and any
applicable specific plan;
The project site has a General Plan land use designation of General
Commercial (C) which provides for the establishment of regional,
freeway -oriented, and/or community retail and service commercial
uses. The proposed School -Connection is considered a school use
which is consistent with the General Plan land use designation for the
project site. A specific plan does not exist for the project site or area.
(h) The design, location, size and operation characteristics of the
proposed use are compatible with the existing and future land uses in
the vicinity;
The project site is approximately 2.54 acres and developed with an
existing shopping center of approximately 24,763 square feet of
structure with landscaping and approximately 145 parking spaces.
The School will occupy an existing vacant unit of approximately 4,293
square feet located at 3211 Brea Canyon Road, Unit A. The proposed
use will not cause the addition of square footage to the site; nor will
the proposed use change physically in any way.
According to the Development Code Section 22.30.030, Table 3-10,
31 parking spaces is required for the proposed School. Based on a
parking calculation of existing occupied uses and vacant spaces, the
total number of parking spaces requires for the entire commercial
center is 143 and the site has 145. Staff determines that the parking
spaces provided will be adequate to support the proposed use and
existing uses. Therefore, the design, location, size and operation
characteristics of the proposed use are compatible with the existing
and future land uses in the vicinity.
(i) 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;
School -Connection, as referenced above in Items (t) and (h), meets
the required development standards for C2 zone with a Conditional
Use Permit and as conditioned in this resolution will be compatible
with existing and future land uses. Provisions for utilities exist at the
project site. Access to the commercial center is an existing and the
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proposed use does not require access modification. As a result, 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
(j) 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;
As referenced above in Items (f) through (j), School -Connection as
conditioned herein will meet the City's minimum development
standards. Furthermore, prior to the issuance of any City permits, the
proposed project is required to comply with all conditions within the
approved resolution and requirements set forth by the City's Building
and Safety Division. Therefore, 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.
(k) The proposed project has been reviewed in compliance with the
provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA);
In accordance to the provisions of the California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA) of 1970, as amended and the guidelines
promulgated thereunder, this project is categorically exempt pursuant
to Section 15301 of Article 19 of Chapter 3 of Title 14 the California
Code of Regulations.
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 a site plan and floor plan
labeled as Exhibit "A," as submitted, amended herein and approved
by the Planning Commission.
(b) Hours of operation and operating characteristics shall be as follows:
Days of Opera
tion through Friday
Hours of Opethrough Friday:
ours from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
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Any changes to the hours and/or days of operation shall be subject to
the Community Development Division review and approval.
(c) This Conditional Use Permit shall be valid only for 3211 Brea Canyon
Road, Unit A. If School -Connection moves to a different lot or unit the
approved Conditional Use Permit shall require termination and a new
Conditional Use Permit will be required for the new location. Both the
termination and new permit shall be processed simultaneously at a
duly noticed public hearing before the Planning Commission.
(d) Note on plans "separate permit is required for all wall and monument
signs.
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: School -Connection, 20781-5 Amar Road, Walnut, CA 91789
AP!'RO\!`=D AND ADOPTED THIS 11th OF SEPTEMBER 2007, BY THE
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR.
Ok,�Af_ A�
BY: _
Steve Nelson, Chairman
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 11th
day of September 2007, by the following vote:
AYES: Commissioners: Lee, Nolan, Wei, VC/Torng, Chair/Nelson
NOES: Commissioners: None
ABSTAIN: Commissioners: None
ABSENT: Commissioners: None
ATTEST:
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Conditional Use Permit No. 2007-12
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT
STANDARD CONDITIONS
USE PERMITS, COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL
NEW AND REMODELED STRUCTURES
PROJECT #: Conditional Use Permit No. 2007-12
SUBJECT: Tutoring and School in a vacant unit to occupy
4,293 square feet.
PROPERTY OWNER: Arnon Raphael
APPLICANT: School -Connection
LOCATION: 3211 Brea Canyon Road, Unit A
ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE PLANNING DIVISION AT (909) 839-7030, FOR
COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
A. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
1. In accordance with Government Code Section 66474.9(b) (1), the applicant
shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City, and its officers, agents
and employees, from any claim, action, or proceeding to attack, set-aside,
void or annul, the approval of Conditional Use Permit No. 2007-12 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:
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(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 Conditional Use Permit No. 2007-12, 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. 2007-47,
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. Property owner/applicant shall remove the public hearing notice board within
three days of this project's approval.
10. The applicant shall comply with the requirements of City Planning, Building
and Safety Divisions, Public Works Department, and the Fire Department.
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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.
Priorto 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. 2007-12 shall expire within two
years from the date of approval if the use has not been exercised as defined
per Municipal Code Section 22.66.050 (b)(1). The applicant may request in
writing a one year time extension subject to Municipal Code
Section 22.60.050(c) for Planning Commission approval.
D. SITE DEVELOPMENT
To ensure compliance with all conditions of approval and applicable codes,
the Conditional Use Permit shall be subject to periodic 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.
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
buildings shall be inspected for compliance prior to occupancy.
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. This project shall comply with all Accessibility Code requirements including
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accessible parking, path of travel, elevators, restrooms, drinking fountains,
etc. Provide compliance with van accessible parking, path of travel, etc.
Reception counter shall comply with the title 24 accessibility requirements.
5. Number of plumbing fixtures shall be in compliance with CBC Appendix 29.
6. Provide exit analysis showing occupant load for each space, exit width, exit
signs, etc.
7. 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
8. The project shall be protected by a construction fence and shall comply with
the NPDES & BMP requirements (sand bags, etc.)
9. Specify location of tempered glass as required by code.
END
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PLANNING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. 2007-47
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
DIAMOND BAR, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
NO. 2007-12, A REQUEST TO ESTABLISH A SCHOOL -CONNECTION AT
:3211 BREA CANYON ROAD, UNIT A (APN: 8285-028-035), DIAMOND
BAR, CA.
A. RECITALS
1. Applicant, School -Connection, has filed an application for Conditional Use
Permit No. 2007-12, for property located at 3211 Brea Canyon Road, Unit A,
Diamond Bar, Los Angeles County, California. Hereinafter in this Resolution,
the subject Conditional Use Permit shall be referred to as the "Application."
2. Public hearing notices were mailed to property owners within a 500 -foot
radius of the project site. Notification of the public hearing for this project was
provided 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 September 11, 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 according to Section 15301 (a) 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 within an existing commercial center located at the
North-West Corner of Brea Canyon Road and Diamond Bar
Boulevard. The proposed use will occupy a leased space of 4,293
square feet at 3211 Brea Canyon Road, Unit A. The center is
approximately 2.54 acres with approximately 24,763 square feet of
structure, which accommodates multiple schools, studios, a day care,
and multiple retail shops;
(b) The project site has a General Plan land use designation of General
Commercial (C);
(c) The zoning designation for the project site is Unlimited Commercial
(C-2) zone in which the development standards for Regional
Commercial;
(d) Generally the following zones surround the project site:
North: Freeway SR 57;
South: General Commercial (C-2) zone;
East: Freeway SR 57;
West: General Commercial (C-1) zone;
(e) Pursuant to Development Code Section(s) 22.58 and 22.10.030 -
Table 2-6, this application is a request to obtain a Conditional Use
Permit to allow the operation of a school that facilitates student's
educational needs. The proposed school will be identified as School -
Connection. The proposed use will occupy a vacant unit of
approximately 4,293 square feet, in the former location of Diamond
Bar Chinese Association. The unit will consist of a reception area,
eight classrooms, two restrooms, a storage area, a copy room, and an
office.
Conditional Use Permit
(f)
The proposed use is allowed within the subject zoning district with the
approval of a Conditional Use Permit complies with all other
applicable provisions of the Development Code and the Municipal
Code;
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The proposed School -Connection is permitted in the C-2 Zone with a
Conditional Use Permit approval and as conditioned herein will
comply with all other applicable provisions of the Development Code
and the Municipal Code.
(9)
The proposed use is consistent with the General Plan and any
applicable specific plan;
The project site has a General Plan land use designation of General
Commercial (C) which provides for the establishment of regional,
freeway -oriented, and/or community retail and service commercial
uses. The proposed School -Connection is considered a school use
which is consistent with the General Plan land use designation for the
project site. A specific plan does not exist for the project site or area.
(h) The design, location, size and operation characteristics of the
proposed use are compatible with the existing and future land uses in
the vicinity;
The project site is approximately 2.54 acres and developed with an
existing shopping center of approximately 24, 763 square feet of
structure with landscaping and approximately 145 parking spaces.
The School will occupy an existing vacant unit of approximately 4,293
square feet located at 3211 Brea Canyon Road, Unit A. The proposed
use will not cause the addition of square footage to the site; nor will
the proposed use change physically in any way.
According to the Development Code Section 22.30.030, Table 3-10,
31 parking spaces is required for the proposed School. Based on a
parking calculation of existing occupied uses and vacant spaces, the
total number of parking spaces requires for the entire commercial
center is 143 and the site has 145. Staff determines that the parking
spaces provided will be adequate to support the proposed use and
existing uses. Therefore, the design, location, size and operation
characteristics of the proposed use are compatible with the existing
and future land uses in the vicinity.
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;
School -Connection, as referenced above in Items (0 and (h), meets
the required development standards for C2 zone with a Conditional
Use Permit and as conditioned in this resolution will be compatible
with existing and future land uses. Provisions for utilities exist at the
project site. Access to the commercial center is an existing and the
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proposed use does not require access modification. As a result, 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
U)
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;
As referenced above in Items (f) through (j), School -Connection as
conditioned herein will meet the City's minimum development
standards. Furthermore, prior to the issuance of any City permits, the
proposed project is required to comply with all conditions within the
approved resolution and requirements set forth by the City's Building
and Safety Division. Therefore, 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.
(k) The proposed project has been reviewed in compliance with the
provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA);
In accordance to the provisions of the California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA) of 1970, as amended and the guidelines
promulgated thereunder, this project is categorically exempt pursuant
to Section 15301 of Article 19 of Chapter 3 of Title 14 the California
Code of Regulations.
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 a site plan and floor plan
labeled as Exhibit 'A," as submitted, amended herein and approved
by the Planning Commission.
(b) Hours of operation and operating characteristics shall be as follows:
Days of Operation Monday through Friday
Hours of Operation Monday through Friday:
Office Hours from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Classes from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
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Any changes to the hours and/or days of operation shall be subject to
the Community Development Division review and approval.
(c) This Conditional Use Permit shall be valid only for 3211 Brea Canyon
Road, Unit A. If School -Connection moves to a different lot or unit the
approved Conditional Use Permit shall require termination and a new
Conditional Use Permit will be required for the new location. Both the
termination and new permit shall be processed simultaneously at a
duly noticed public hearing before the Planning Commission.
(d) Note on plans "separate permit is required for all wall and monument
signs.
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: School -Connection, 20781-5 Amar Road, Walnut, CA 91789
APPRO\!'=D AND ADOPTED THIS 11th OF SEPTEMBER 2007. 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 by the Planning Commission of the
City of Diamond Bar, at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission held on the 11th
day of September 2007, by the following vote:
AYES: Commissioners: Lee, Nolan, Wei, VC/Torng, Chair/Nelson
NOES: Commissioners: None
ABSTAIN: Commissioners: None
ABSENT: Commissioners: None
ATTEST:
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT
STANDARD CONDITIONS
USE PERMITS, COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL
NEW AND REMODELED STRUCTURES
PROJECT #: Conditional Use Permit No. 2007-12
SUBJECT: Tutoring and School in a vacant unit to occupy
4,293 square feet.
PROPERTY OWNER: Arnon Raphael
APPLICANT: School -Connection
LOCATION: 3211 Brea Canyon Road, Unit A
ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE PLANNING DIVISION AT (909) 839-7030, FOR
COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
A. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
1. In accordance with Government Code Section 66474.9(b) (1), the applicant
shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City, and its officers, agents
and employees, from any claim, action, or proceeding to attack, set-aside,
void or annul, the approval of Conditional Use Permit No. 2007-12 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:
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(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 Conditional Use Permit No. 2007-12, 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. 2007-47,
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. Property owner/applicant shall remove the public hearing notice board within
three days of this project's approval.
10. The applicant shall comply with the requirements of City Planning, Building
and Safety Divisions, Public Works Department, and the Fire Department.
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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
1. The approval of Conditional Use Permit No. 2007-12 shall expire within two
years from the date of approval if the use has not been exercised as defined
per Municipal Code Section 22.66.050 (b)(1). The applicant may request in
writing a one year time extension subject to Municipal Code
Section 22.60.050(c) for Planning Commission approval.
D. SITE DEVELOPMENT
1. To ensure compliance with all conditions of approval and applicable codes,
the Conditional Use Permit shall be subject to periodic 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.
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. Occupancy of the facilities shall not commence until such time as all Uniform
Building Code and State Fire Marshal regulations have been met. The
buildings shall be inspected for compliance prior to occupancy.
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. This project shall comply with all Accessibility Code requirements including
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accessible parking, path of travel, elevators, restrooms, drinking fountains,
etc. Provide compliance with van accessible parking, path of travel, etc.
Reception counter shall comply with the title 24 accessibility requirements.
5. Number of plumbing fixtures shall be in compliance with CBC Appendix 29.
6. Provide exit analysis showing occupant load for each space, exit width, exit
signs, etc.
7. 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
8. The project shall be protected by a construction fence and shall comply with
the NPDES & BMP requirements (sand bags, etc.)
9. Specify location of tempered glass as required by code.
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