HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC 2008-02PLANNING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. 2008-02
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
DIAMOND BAR, CALIFORNIA, CONDITIONALLY APPROVING
DEVELOPMENT REVIEW NO. 2007-29, VARIANCE NO. 2007-07 AND MINOR
VARIANCE NO. 2006-04 FOR THE REQUEST TO CONSTRUCT A NEW SPLIT
LEVEL FOUR-STORY DWELLING UNIT WITH AN ATTACHED SECOND UNIT
CONSISTING OF 8,165 SQUARE FEET AND THE REDUCTION OF THE
REQUIRED FRONT YARD AND REAR YARD SETBACKS ON LOT 4 OF
TRACT 24064, LOCATED AT 1755 DERRINGER LANE, APN 8713-003-004
A. RECITALS
The Planning Commission considered applications filed by S&W
Development on behalf of the property owners, Mr. and Mrs. Alex Prince,
requesting approval of plans to construct a new split level four-story dwelling
unit with an attached second unit consisting of 8,165 square feet with two
attached 2 -car garages and a swimming pool and spa at 1755 Derringer
Lane. The proposed project includes the reduction of the front yard and rear
yard setbacks and the construction of seven (7) foot high retaining walls.
2. The subject property is zoned RR (R-1 40,000) and it contains 52,272 sq. ft.
(1.2 acres) of land area.
3. The subject property is legally described as Lot 4, Tract 24064 and the
Assessor Parcel Number is (APN) 8713-003-004.
4. Public Hearing notification was published in the San Gabriel Valley Tribune
and Inland Valley Daily Bulletin newspapers and property owners within a
500 -foot radius of the project site were notified of the proposed project by
mail. Further, a public hearing notice display board was posted at the site,
and at three other locations within the project vicinity.
5. On January 8, 2008, the Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar
conducted a duly noticed public hearing, solicited testimony from all
interested individuals, and concluded said hearing on that date.
B. RESOLUTION
NOW, THEREFORE, it is found, determined and resolved by the Planning Commission of
the City of Diamond Bar as follows:
The Planning Commission hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set
forth in the Recitals, Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct.
2. The Planning Commission hereby determines that the proposed project is
Categorically Exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental
Quality Act of 1970 (CEQA) in accordance to Sections 15303 and 15332 of
the CEQA Guidelines.
3. Based upon the information contained in the submitted plans, the associated
staff report and testimony given at the public hearing the Planning
Commission hereby finds as follows:
DEVELOPMENT REVIEW
a. The design and layout of the proposed development is consistent with
the General Plan, development standards of the applicable zone
district, design guidelines, and architectural criteria for specialized
areas (e.g., specific plans, community plans, boulevards, or planned
developments.)
The proposed single-family residence with an attached second unit is
consistent with the RR's zone's Development Standards and the City's
Design Guidelines. In addition, the proposed project, with conditions
of approval, is consistent with the surrounding single-family dwelling
units in terms of mass, scale and appearance.
b. The design and layout of the proposed development will not interfere
with the use and enjoyment of neighboring existing or future
development, and it will not create traffic or pedestrian hazards.
The subject property is located within a designed and developed
residential neighborhood. The existing public and private
improvements are available to support the proposed development and
the surrounding neighborhood. The proposed dwelling unit with an
attached second dwelling as conditioned herein will not negatively
impact the existing or future development of the surrounding
neighborhood.
C. The architectural design of the proposed development is compatible
with the characteristics of the surrounding neighborhood and will
maintain the harmonious, orderly and attractive development
contemplated by Chapter 22.48 Diamond Bar Development Code, the
General Plan, City Design Guidelines, or any applicable specific plan.
The design of the proposed single-family residence is consistent with
the terms and conditions of the long-range planning policy documents
adopted by the City of Diamond Bar. The proposed project is
compatible with the scope, scale and appearance of the surrounding
existing homes.
d. 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.
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The project's design and use of construction material are consistent
with other single-family residences in the neighborhood.
e. The proposed project will not be detrimental to the public health,
safety, or welfare or materially injurious (e.g., negative affect on
property values or resale(s) of property) to the properties or
improvements in the vicinity.
The proposed plans for the dwelling unit with an attached second unit
together with the conditions of approval for the existing single-family
residence will be consistent with the existing and anticipated
development pattern for the neighborhood and it will not negatively
impact the public health, safety or general welfare.
VARIANCE REVIEW
a. There are special circumstances applicable to the property 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 makes it obviously
impractical to require compliance with the development standards.
The subject property has an average slope in excess of 40% and the
buildable portion of the site is substantially reduced because of the
natural lot configuration. In an effort to create a dwelling consistent
with the size and mass of the surrounding dwellings, the project
architect has requested that the front yard setback be reduced from 30
feet to 24 feet. The project applicant/architect has also requested the
reduction of the rear yard setback from 25 feet to 12 feet, and that the
Planning Commission approve 7 foot high retaining walls.
b. 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.
Many of the surrounding dwelling units were constructed in
compliance with development standards that are no longer applicable
in the City of Diamond Bar. The current more restrictive development
standards significantly impact the design alternatives available to the
project architect especially for sites having extreme slopes. In an
effort to meet the setback requirements, the standard design solution
would be to construct more terraced retaining walls and to import a
significant amount of fill material in order to create a building pad with
a level rear yard having a dimension of at least 25 feet. The
construction of additional retaining walls is contrary to the City's
design policy of preserving the natural topography and the
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construction cost may reach a point of being economically prohibitive.
The appearance of the numerous retaining walls is contrary to the
City's design objectives.
C. Granting the Variance is consistent with the General Plan and any
applicable specific plan.
The granting of the setback variance and the increase in the allowable
height of retaining walls will aid in achieving the design goals and
objectives of the community. The use of additional retaining walls will
require additional site grading and the import of substantially more fill
material.
d. The proposed entitlement would not be detrimental to the public
interest, health, safety, convenience or welfare of the city.
The public welfare and safety would be enhanced by the reduction of
grading of the site. Granting the requested front and rear yard
setbacks will result in the preservation of a substantial portion of the
site in a natural condition.
4. Based upon the findings and conclusion set forth above, the Planning
Commission hereby approves this Application subject to the following
conditions:
a. Planninq Division
(1) Development shall substantially comply with the plans and
documents presented to the Planning Commission at the public
hearing regarding this proposed project.
(2) The minimum depth of the front yard setback shall be not less
than 24 feet and the rear yard setback shall be not less than 12
feet as measured from the building to the edge of the building
pad.
(3) The proposed retaining walls shall be constructed of decorative
masonry material or covered with a masonry veneer such as
ledger type stone. The use of stucco over CMU block does not
meet this design requirement. Design plans for the retaining
walls shall be submitted to the Director for review and approval
before the issuance of a grading or building permit.
b. Standard Conditions. The applicant shall comply with the standard
development conditions attached hereto.
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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 the applicant, S&W Development, 20272 Carrey Rd., Walnut, CA
91789 and Mr. & Mrs. Alex Prince, 160 S. Hudson Ave., #411,
Pasadena, CA 91175.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 8T" DAY OF JANUARY 2008, BY THE
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR.
y Torng, Vice Chairman
I, Greg Gubman, Planning Commission Secretary, do hereby certify that the foregoing
Resolution was duly introduced, passed, and adopted, at a regular meeting of the Planning
Commission held on the 8t' day of January, 2008, by the following vote:
AYES: Commissioners:
NOES: Commissioners:
ABSENT: Commissioners:
ABSTAIN: Commissioners:
ATTEST:
Greg Gubman, Secretary
Nolan, Lee, Shah, VC/Torng
None
Chair/Nelson
None
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Development Review No. 2006-29
III DIAi`IO�D BAR �I
COMMUNITY •• DEPARTMENT
STANDARD CONDITIONS
USE PERMITS, COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL NEW AND
REMODELED STRUCTURES
PROJECT No: Development Review No. 2006-29
Variance No. 2007-07; and
Minor Variance No. 2006-04
SUBJECT: Construction of a four-story dwelling unit containing 8,165
square feet to include an attached second dwelling and the
reduction of the front and rear yard setbacks; and the
construction of 7 foot high retaining walls
PROPERTY Mr. & Mrs. Alex Prince
OWNER: 160 S. Hudson Ave., # 411
Pasadena, CA 91175
APPLICANT: S&W Development
20272 Carrey Road
Walnut, CA 91789
LOCATION: 1755 Derringer Lane, Diamond Bar, CA 91765
ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE PLANNING DIVISION AT (909) 839-7030,
FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
A. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS'
In accordance with Government Code Section 66474.9(b)(1), the applicant
shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City, and its officers, agents
and employees, from any claim, action, or proceeding to attack, set-aside,
void or annul, the approval of Development Review No. 2006-29, Variance
No. 2007-07 and Minor Variance No. 2006-06 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 Development Review No. 2006-29, Variance No. 2007-07
and Minor Variance No. 2006-06 at the City of Diamond Bar Community
Development Department, their affidavit stating that they are aware of and
agree to accept all the conditions of this approval. Further, this approval
shall not be effective until the applicants pay remaining City processing fees,
school fees and fees for the review of submitted reports.
3. 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. 2008-02,
Standard Conditions, and all environmental mitigations shall be included on
the plans. 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 any use of the project site or business activity being commenced
thereon, all conditions of approval shall be completed.
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. Property owner/applicant shall remove the public hearing notice board within
three days of this project's approval.
10. The applicant shall comply with 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 comes first.
2. Prior to any plan check, all deposit accounts for the processing of this project
shall have no deficits.
C. TIME LIMITS
The approval of Development Review No. 2006-29, Variance No. 2007-07
and Minor Variance No. 2006-06 shall expire within two years from the date
of approval if the use has not been exercised as defined per Municipal Code
Section 22.66.050(b)(1). The applicant may request in writing a one year
time extension subject to Municipal Code Section 22.60.050(c) for Planning
Commission approval.
D. SITE DEVELOPMENT
The project site shall be developed and maintained in substantial
conformance with the approved plans submitted to, approved, and amended
herein by the Planning Commission, collectively referenced herein as
Exhibit "A" including: site plans, floor plans, architectural elevations, exterior
materials and colors, landscaping, and grading on file in the Planning
Division, the conditions contained herein, and the Development Code
regulations.
2. All ground -mounted utility appurtenances such as transformers, air
conditioning condensers, etc., shall be located out of public view and
adequately screened through the use of a combination of concrete or
masonry walls, berms, and/or landscaping to the satisfaction of the Planning
Division.
3. All roof mounted equipment shall be screened from public view.
4. All structures, including walls, trash enclosures, canopies, etc., shall be
maintained in a structurally sound, safe manner with a clean, orderly
appearance. All graffiti shall be removed within 72 hours by the property
owner/occupant.
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E. LANDSCAPE, PRESERVED AND PROTECTED TREES
Prior to issuance of any permits, detailed landscape and irrigation plans shall
be submitted to the Planning Division for review and approval.
2. Prior to plan check submittal, a final landscape/irrigation plan shall be
submitted with the type of planting materials, color, size, quantity and
location including proposed sites for the planting of protected/preserved trees
and additional species to mask the retaining wall height.
3. Prior to the Planning Division's final inspection and/or Certificate of
Occupancy issuance, the landscaping/irrigation shall be installed or replaced.
Any dense plant material, walls or fencing proposed in the front setback shall
not exceed 42 inches maximum height.
4. Prior to releasing occupancy, an inspection shall be conducted by the
Planning Division to determine that any and all slope vegetation is in
satisfactory condition.
F. SOLID WASTE
The site shall be maintained in a condition, which is free of debris both during
and after the construction, addition, or implementation of the entitlement
approved herein. The removal of all trash, debris, and refuse, whether
during or subsequent to construction shall be done only by the property
owner, applicant or by a duly permitted waste contractor, who has been
authorized 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.
2. Mandatory solid waste disposal services shall be provided by the City
franchised waste hauler to all parcels/lots or uses affected by approval of this
project.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT, (909) 839-7040,
FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
A. GENERAL
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.
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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. 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 six foot -high chain link fence. All access points in the
defense shall be locked whenever the construction site is not supervised.
2. Grading of the subject property shall be in accordance with the California
Building Code, City Grading Ordinance, Hillside Management Ordinance and
acceptable grading practices.
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.
D. OFF-SITE STREET IMPROVEMENTS (None required)
E. UTILITIES (Not required)
F. SEWERS/SEPTIC TANK
The proposed plumbing fixtures shall be connected to the existing public
sewer system.
G. TRAFFIC MITIGATIONS (None required)
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE BUILDING AND SAFETY DIVISION, (909) 839-
7020, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
Applicant must pay School fees prior to issuance of permit
2. Plans shall conform to State and Local Building Code (i.e., 2001 California
Building Code, California Plumbing Code, California Mechanical Code, and
the 2004 National Electrical Code) requirements and all other applicable
construction codes, ordinances and regulations in effect at the time of plan
check submittal.
3 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.
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4. Please provide justification for third floor exit requirements (1/2 the diagonal
distance between the two exits). If first level is a basement please provide
code analysis and justification.
5. Separate permits are required for pool/spa, and retaining walls (Note on
Plans).
6. 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 as required by State Law.
7. This project shall comply with the energy conservation requirements of the
State of California Energy Commission. Kitchen and bathroom lights shall be
fluorescent.
8. The project must be protected by a construction fence and shall comply with
the NPDES 7 BMP requirements (sand bags, etc.)
9. Check drainage patterns with Engineering Department. Surface water must
drain away from building at a 2% minimum slope.
10. Specify location of tempered glass as required by code.
11. Specify 1/4"/ft slope for all decks and balconies with approved water proofing
material. Also, provide guardrail connection details/calc's (height, spacing,
etc.)
12. Kitchen and bathroom lights shall be fluorescent. Also, provide adequate
mechanical ventilation at water closet rooms.
13. Door between garage and the house shall be 1-3/8" solid core door self-
closing. Walls and ceiling between living space and garage shall be 5/8"
type "X".
14. Install hard wired smoke detectors with battery back-up in all bedrooms and
hallways leading into sleeping areas.
15. All bedrooms shall comply with all rescue window requirements.
16. Building setback from any slope (toe or top) shall meet Chapter 18 of the
2001 California Building Code.
17. All balconies shall be designed for 601b. live load.
18. Guardrails shall be designed for 20 load applied laterally at the top of the rail.
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19. 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 Hazard Severity 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.
20�. Check drainage patterns with Engineering Department. Surface water shall
drain away from building at a 2% minimum slope.
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PLANNING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. 2008-02
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
DIAMOND BAR, CALIFORNIA, CONDITIONALLY APPROVING
DEVELOPMENT REVIEW NO. 2007-29, VARIANCE NO. 2007-07 AND MINOR
VARIANCE NO. 2006-04 FOR THE REQUEST TO CONSTRUCT A NEW SPLIT
LEVEL FOUR-STORY DWELLING UNIT WITH AN ATTACHED SECOND UNIT
CONSISTING OF 8,165 SQUARE FEET AND THE REDUCTION OF THE
REQUIRED FRONT YARD AND REAR YARD SETBACKS ON LOT 4 OF
TRACT 24064, LOCATED AT 1755 DERRINGER LANE, APN 8713-003-004
A. RECITALS
The Planning Commission considered applications filed by S&W
Development on behalf of the property owners, Mr. and Mrs. Alex Prince,
requesting approval of plans to construct a new split level four-story dwelling
unit with an attached second unit consisting of 8,165 square feet with two
attached 2 -car garages and a swimming pool and spa at 1755 Derringer
Lane. The proposed project includes the reduction of the front yard and rear
yard setbacks and the construction of seven (7) foot high retaining walls.
2. The subject property is zoned RR (R-1 40,000) and it contains 52,272 sq. ft.
(1.2 acres) of land area.
3. The subject property is legally described as Lot 4, Tract 24064 and the
Assessor Parcel Number is (APN) 8713-003-004.
4. Public Hearing notification was published in the San Gabriel Valley Tribune
and Inland Valley Daily Bulletin newspapers and property owners within a
500 -foot radius of the project site were notified of the proposed project by
mail. Further, a public hearing notice display board was posted at the site,
and at three other locations within the project vicinity.
5. On January 8, 2008, the Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar
conducted a duly noticed public hearing, solicited testimony from all
interested individuals, and concluded said hearing on that date.
B. RESOLUTION
NOW, THEREFORE, it is found, determined and resolved by the Planning Commission of
the City of Diamond Bar as follows:
1. The Planning Commission hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set
forth in the Recitals, Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct.
2. The Planning Commission hereby determines that the proposed project is
Categorically Exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental
Quality Act of 1970 (CEQA) in accordance to Sections 15303 and 15332 of
the CEQA Guidelines.
3. Based upon the information contained in the submitted plans, the associated
staff report and testimony given at the public hearing the Planning
Commission hereby finds as follows:
DEVELOPMENT REVIEW
a. The design and layout of the proposed development is consistent with
the General Plan, development standards of the applicable zone
district, design guidelines, and architectural criteria for specialized
areas (e.g., specific plans, community plans, boulevards, or planned
developments.)
The proposed single-family residence with an attached second unit is
consistent with the RR's zone's Development Standards and the City's
Design Guidelines. In addition, the proposed project, with conditions
of approval, is consistent with the surrounding single-family dwelling
units in terms of mass, scale and appearance.
b. The design and layout of the proposed development will not interfere
with the use and enjoyment of neighboring existing or future
development, and it will not create traffic or pedestrian hazards.
The subject property is located within a designed and developed
residential neighborhood. The existing public and private
improvements are available to support the proposed development and
the surrounding neighborhood. The proposed dwelling unit with an
attached second dwelling as conditioned herein will not negatively
impact the existing or future development of the surrounding
neighborhood.
c. The architectural design of the proposed development is compatible
with the characteristics of the surrounding neighborhood and will
maintain the harmonious, orderly and attractive development
contemplated by Chapter 22.48 Diamond Bar Development Code, the
General Plan, City Design Guidelines, or any applicable specific plan.
The design of the proposed single-family residence is consistent with
the terms and conditions of the long-range planning policy documents
adopted by the City of Diamond Bar. The proposed project is
compatible with the scope, scale and appearance of the surrounding
existing homes.
d. 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.
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The project's design and use of construction material are consistent
with other single-family residences in the neighborhood.
e. The proposed project will not be detrimental to the public health,
safety, or welfare or materially injurious (e.g., negative affect on
property values or resale(s) of property) to the properties or
improvements in the vicinity.
The proposed plans for the dwelling unit with an attached second unit
together with the conditions of approval for the existing single-family
residence will be consistent with the existing and anticipated
development pattern for the neighborhood and it will not negatively
impact the public health, safety or general welfare.
VARIANCE REVIEW
a. There are special circumstances applicable to the property 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 makes it obviously
impractical to require compliance with the development standards.
The subject property has an average slope in excess of 40% and the
buildable portion of the site is substantially reduced because of the
natural lot configuration. In an effort to create a dwelling consistent
with the size and mass of the surrounding dwellings, the project
architect has requested that the front yard setback be reduced from 30
feet to 24 feet. The project applicant/architect has also requested the
reduction of the rear yard setback from 25 feet to 12 feet; and that the
Planning Commission approve 7 foot high retaining walls.
b. 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.
Many of the surrounding dwelling units were constructed in
compliance with development standards that are no longer applicable
in the City of Diamond Bar. The current more restrictive development
standards significantly impact the design alternatives available to the
project architect especially for sites having extreme slopes. In an
effort to meet the setback requirements, the standard design solution
would be to construct more terraced retaining walls and to import a
significant amount of fill material in order to create a building pad with
a level rear yard having a dimension of at least 25 feet. The
construction of additional retaining walls is contrary to the City's
design policy of preserving the natural topography and the
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construction cost may reach a point of being economically prohibitive.
The appearance of the numerous retaining walls is contrary to the
City's design objectives.
c. Granting the Variance is consistent with the General Plan and any
applicable specific plan.
The granting of the setback variance and the increase in the allowable
height of retaining walls will aid in achieving the design goals and
objectives of the community. The use of additional retaining walls will
require additional site grading and the import of substantially more fill
material.
d. The proposed entitlement would not be detrimental to the public
interest, health, safety, convenience or welfare of the city.
The public welfare and safety would be enhanced by the reduction of
grading of the site. Granting the requested front and rear yard
setbacks will result in the preservation of a substantial portion of the
site in a natural condition.
4. Based upon the findings and conclusion set forth above, the Planning
Commission hereby approves this Application subject to the following
conditions:
a. Planning Division
(1)
Development shall substantially comply with the plans and
documents presented to the Planning Commission at the public
hearing regarding this proposed project.
(2) The minimum depth of the front yard setback shall be not less
than 24 feet and the rear yard setback shall be not less than 12
feet as measured from the building to the edge of the building
pad.
(3)
The proposed retaining walls shall be constructed of decorative
masonry material or covered with a masonry veneer such as
ledger type stone. The use of stucco over CMU block does not
meet this design requirement. Design plans for the retaining
walls shall be submitted to the Director for review and approval
before the issuance of a grading or building permit.
b. Standard Conditions. The applicant shall comply with the standard
development conditions attached hereto.
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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 the applicant, S&W Development, 20272 Carrey Rd., Walnut, CA
91789 and Mr. & Mrs. Alex Prince, 160 S. Hudson Ave., #411,
Pasadena, CA 91175.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 8T" DAY OF JANUARY 2008, BY THE
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR.
By:
-'IT-Offy-Torng, Vice Ch6irman
I, Greg Gubman, Planning Commission Secretary, do hereby certify that the foregoing
Resolution was duly introduced, passed, and adopted, at a regular meeting of the Planning
Commission held on the 8—' day of January, 2008, by the following vote:
AYES: COmmISSIOnerS: Nolan, Lee, Shah, VC/Torng
NOES: Commissioners: None
ABSENT: Commissioners: chair/Nelson
AEBSTAIN: Commissioners: None
ATTEST:
Greg Gubman, Secretary
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Development Review No. 2006-29
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
STANDARD CONDITIONS
USE PERMITS, COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL NEW AND
REMODELED STRUCTURES
PROJECT No: Development Review No. 2006-29
Variance No. 2007-07; and
Minor Variance No. 2006-04
SUBJECT: Construction of a four-story dwelling unit containing 8,165
square feet to include an attached second dwelling and the
reduction of the front and rear yard setbacks; and the
construction of 7 foot high retaining walls
PROPERTY Mr. & Mrs. Alex Prince
OWNER: 160 S. Hudson Ave., # 411
Pasadena, CA 91175
APPLICANT: S&W Development
20272 Carrey Road
Walnut, CA 91789
LOCATION: 1755 Derringer Lane, Diamond Bar, CA 91765
ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE PLANNING DIVISION AT (909) 839-7030,
FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
A.
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS'
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. 2006-29, Variance
No. 2007-07 and Minor Variance No. 2006-06 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 Development Review No. 2006-29, Variance No. 2007-07
and Minor Variance No. 2006-06 at the City of Diamond Bar Community
Development Department, their affidavit stating that they are aware of and
agree to accept all the conditions of this approval. Further, this approval
shall not be effective until the applicants pay remaining City processing fees,
school fees and fees for the review of submitted reports.
3. 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. 2008-02,
Standard Conditions, and all environmental mitigations shall be included on
the plans. 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 any use of the project site or business activity being commenced
thereon, all conditions of approval shall be completed.
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. Property owner/applicant shall remove the public hearing notice board within
three days of this project's approval.
10. The applicant shall comply with 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 comes 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 Development Review No. 2006-29, Variance No. 2007-07
and Minor Variance No. 2006-06 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. 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, exterior
materials and colors, landscaping, and grading on file in the Planning
Division, the conditions contained herein, and the Development Code
regulations.
2. All ground -mounted utility appurtenances such as transformers, air
conditioning condensers, etc., shall be located out of public view and
adequately screened through the use of a combination of concrete or
masonry walls, berms, and/or landscaping to the satisfaction of the Planning
Division.
3. All roof mounted equipment shall be screened from public view.
4. All structures, including walls, trash enclosures, canopies, etc., shall be
maintained in a structurally sound, safe manner with a clean, orderly
appearance. All graffiti shall be removed within 72 hours by the property
owner/occupant.
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E. LANDSCAPE, PRESERVED AND PROTECTED TREES
1. Prior to issuance of any permits, detailed landscape and irrigation plans shall
be submitted to the Planning Division for review and approval.
2. Prior to plan check submittal, a final landscape/irrigation plan shall be
submitted with the type of planting materials, color, size, quantity and
location including proposed sites for the planting of protected/preserved trees
and additional species to mask the retaining wall height.
3. Prior to the Planning Division's final inspection and/or Certificate of
Occupancy issuance, the landscaping/irrigation shall be installed or replaced.
Any dense plant material, walls or fencing proposed in the front setback shall
not exceed 42 inches maximum height.
4. Prior to releasing occupancy, an inspection shall be conducted by the
Planning Division to determine that any and all slope vegetation is in
satisfactory condition.
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.
2. Mandatory solid waste disposal services shall be provided by the City
franchised waste hauler to all parcels/lots or uses affected by approval of this
project.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT, (909) 839-7040,
FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
A.
GENERAL
1 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.
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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 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 six foot -high chain link fence. All access points in the
defense shall be locked whenever the construction site is not supervised.
2. Grading of the subject property shall be in accordance with the California
Building Code, City Grading Ordinance, Hillside Management Ordinance and
acceptable grading practices.
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.
D. OFF-SITE STREET IMPROVEMENTS (None required)
E. UTILITIES (Not required)
F. SEWERS/SEPTIC TANK
1. The proposed plumbing fixtures shall be connected to the existing public
sewer system.
G. TRAFFIC MITIGATIONS (None required)
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE BUILDING AND SAFETY DIVISION, (909) 839-
7020, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
1. Applicant must pay School fees prior to issuance of permit
2. Plans shall conform to State and Local Building Code (i.e., 2001 California
Building Code, California Plumbing Code, California Mechanical Code, and
the 2004 National Electrical Code) requirements and all other applicable
construction codes, ordinances and regulations in effect at the time of plan
check submittal.
3 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.
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4. Please provide justification for third floor exit requirements (1/2 the diagonal
distance between the two exits). If first level is a basement please provide
code analysis and justification.
5. Separate permits are required for pool/spa, and retaining walls (Note on
Plans).
6. 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 as required by State Law.
7. This project shall comply with the energy conservation requirements of the
State of California Energy Commission. Kitchen and bathroom lights shall be
fluorescent.
8. The project must be protected by a construction fence and shall comply with
the NPDES 7 BMP requirements (sand bags, etc.)
9. Check drainage patterns with Engineering Department. Surface water must
drain away from building at a 2% minimum slope.
10. Specify location of tempered glass as required by code.
11. Specify 1/4"/ft slope for all decks and balconies with approved water proofing
material. Also, provide guardrail connection details/calc's (height, spacing,
etc.)
12. Kitchen and bathroom lights shall be fluorescent. Also, provide adequate
mechanical ventilation at water closet rooms.
13. Door between garage and the house shall be 1-3/8" solid core door self-
closing. Walls and ceiling between living space and garage shall be 5/8"
type „X„
14. Install hard wired smoke detectors with battery back-up in all bedrooms and
hallways leading into sleeping areas.
15. All bedrooms shall comply with all rescue window requirements.
16. Building setback from any slope (toe or top) shall meet Chapter 18 of the
2001 California Building Code.
17. All balconies shall be designed for 60Ib. live load.
18. Guardrails shall be designed for 20 load applied laterally at the top of the rail.
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19. 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 Hazard Severity 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.
201. Check drainage patterns with Engineering Department. Surface water shall
drain away from building at a 2% minimum slope.
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