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RESOLUTION NO. 2008-07
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
DIAMOND BAR APPROVING DEVELOPMENT REVIEW NO. 2007-39, AND
CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION, FOR A REQUEST TO CONSTRUCT A FIRST
STORY ADDITION OF APPROXIMATELY 1,151 SQUARE FEET TO AN
EXISTING TWO-STORY SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE WITH A TWO -CAR
GARAGE LOCATED AT 23802 GOLD RUSH DRIVE - APN: 8701-055-013.
A. RECITALS.
The property owner, Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Wan and applicant, Manuel A. Sanchez
of Calex Construction Company Lee, have filed applications for Development
Review No. 2007-39 and categorical exemption for a property located at
23802 Gold Rush Drive, Diamond Bar, Los Angeles County, California.
Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Development Review and categorical
exemption shall be referred to as the "Application."
2. Public hearing notices were mailed to approximately 58 property owners within a
500 -foot radius of the project site, the public notice was posted in three public
places and the project site was posted with a display board. Notification of the
public hearing for this project was provided in the San Gabriel Valley Tribune and
Inland Valley Daily Bulletin newspapers.
3. On February 26, 2008, 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 bythe 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 (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 wildlife resources or the habitat upon which the wildlife depends.
Based upon substantial evidence, this Planning Commission hereby rebuts the
presumption of adverse effects contained in Section 753.5 (d) of Title 14 of the
California Code of Regulations.
4. Based on the findings and conclusions set forth herein, this Planning Commission
hereby finds as follows:
a. Development Review
(1) 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.)
On July 25, 1995, the City adopted its General Plan. The project
site was established and homes were built prior to the City's
incorporation and General Plan's adoption. The General Plan land
use designation for the project site is RL Maximum 3 DU/AC. This
designation allow for lot varying in size from 8,500 to 20, 000 square
feet for the development of a single-family residence. The project
site is 9,557 square feet and developed with a single-family
residence. Therefore, the project site is in compliance with the
adopted General Plan.
The project site is in the RPD-20,000-2UL zoning district. As
prescribed in the Development Code, the development standards of
the RL zoning district apply to the project site. The proposed project
meets all the development standards of this zoning district as
illustrated in the comparison matrix within the staff report
The proposed addition continues the architectural style of the
residence. The style of the windows and trim, wood siding, tile roof
and colors of the addition will match the existing. As a result, the
proposed project is compatible in design to other homes in the
neighborhood and meets the City's Design Guidelines. Additionally,
the project neighborhood is a combination of one and two-story
homes ranging in size from 1,701 to 6440 habitable square feet.
The subject residence will be 2, 852 with the proposed addition. The
project site is 9,557 square feet and large enough to accommodate
the proposed addition.
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(2) The design and layout of the proposed development will not interfere
with the use and enjoyment of neighboring existing or future
developments, and will not create traffic or pedestrian hazards.
With the approval and construction of the proposed project, the
current use of the project site as a single-family residence will be
maintained. As discussed in Finding (1) above, the proposed project
can be accommodated at the project site. Additionally, the
architectural style, colors and materials are compatible with other
homes in the neighborhood. 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.
(3) 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.
As discussed in Finding (1) above, the proposed project is
consistent with the General Plan, development standards of the RL
zoning district and the City's Design Guidelines. As a result, the
proposed addition is compatible with the characteristics of the
neighborhood and will maintain a harmonious, orderly and attractive
development. There is no specific plan for the project area.
(4) The design of the proposed development will provide a desirable
environment for its occupants and visiting public, as well as its
neighbors, through good aesthetic use of materials, texture, and
color that will remain aesthetically appealing
As discussed in Findings (1), (2), and (3) above, 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 appealing
while offering variety in color and texture and a low level of
maintenance.
(5) The proposed project will not be detrimental to the public health,
safety, or welfare or materially injurious (e.g., negative affect on
property values or resale(s) of property) to the properties or
improvements in the vicinity.
Before the issuance of 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 Department, and
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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.
5. Based on the findings and conclusions set forth above, the Planning Commission
hereby approves the Application subject to the following conditions and Standard
Conditions attached hereto and incorporated by reference:
A. Planning Division
Prior to final inspection and Certificate of Occupancy issuance, the
applicant shall repair or replace landscaping and irrigation destroyed
in the front yard.
B. Building and Safety Division
Smoke detectors shall be in conformance with the 2007California
Building Code
2. All bedrooms shall comply with all rescue window requirements.
3. Building setback for any slope (toe or top) shall meet Chapter 18 of
the 2007 California Building Code.
4. Construction plans shall specify 5/8" X between the garage and
house addition.
5. An application, for which no permit is issued within 180 days
following the date of application, shall expire by limitation, and plans
and other data submitted for review may thereafter be returned to
the applicant or destroyed by the Building and Safety Division.
6. Every permit issued by the Building and Safety Division shall expire
if the building or work authorized by such permit is not commenced
within 180 days from the date of such permit.
7. Southern California Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD)
approval and clearance shall be required prior to issuance of a
demolition permit.
8. Applicant shall submit five full sets of plans, including the grading
plan, to the Building and Safety Division after the plans have been
approved by the Planning Commission.
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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:
Mr. & Mrs. Stanley Wan, 23802 Gold Rush Drive, Diamond Bar, CA 91765
and Mr. Manuel A. Sanchez, Calex Construction Company, 934 Herald
Street, Redlands, CA 92374.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 26TH OF FEBRUARY 2008, BY THE
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR.
BY:
S&—Iel- 64a7�
teve 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 26th day of February 2008, by
the following vote:
AYES: Commissioners: Nolan, Shah, VC/Torng, Chair/Nelson
NOES: Commissioners: None
ABSTAIN: Commissioners: None
ABSENT: Commissioners: Lee
ATTEST:
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT
STANDARD CONDITIONS
USE PERMITS, COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL
NEW AND REMODELED STRUCTURES
PROJECT #: Development Review No. 2007-39
SUBJECT: First Story Addition to Single -Family Residence
PROPERTY OWNER: Mr. & Mrs. Stanley Wan
APPLICANT: Manuel A. Sanchez
LOCATION: 23802 Gold Rush Drive
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. 2007-39 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. 2007-39 at the City of Diamond Bar Community
Development Department, their affidavit stating that they are aware of and agree
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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 Planning Commission Resolution No. 2008-07 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 plan check, revised site plans and building elevations incorporating all
Conditions of Approval shall be submitted for Planning Division review and
approval.
6. Prior to any use of the project site or business activity being commenced thereon,
all conditions of approval shall be completed
7. The project site shall be maintained and operated in full compliance with the
conditions of approval and all laws, or other applicable regulations.
8. Approval of this request shall not waive compliance with all sections of the
Development Code, all other applicable City Ordinances, and any applicable
Specific Plan in effect at the time of building permit issuance.
9. Site, grading, landscape/irrigation and driveway plans, elevations and sections
shall be coordinated for consistency prior to issuance of City permits (such as
grading, tree removal, encroachment, building, etc.) or approved use has
commenced, whichever comes first.
10. The single family residence shall not be used in a manner that creates adverse
effects upon the neighborhood and environmental setting of the residential site to
levels of dust, glare/light, noise, odor, traffic, or other disturbances to the existing
residential neighborhood and shall not result in significantly adverse effects on
public services and resources. The single family residence shall not be used for
commercial/institutional purposes, or otherwise used as a separate dwelling. The
property shall not be used for regular gatherings which result in a nuisance or
which create traffic and parking problems in the neighborhood.
11. Property owner/applicant shall remove the public hearing notice board within three
days of this project's approval.
12. The applicant shall comply with the requirements of City Planning, Building and
Safety Divisions, Public Works Department, and 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.
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. 2007-39 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 labeled and referenced herein as Exhibit "A"
dated February 26, 2008, including: site plan, floor plan, architectural elevations,
exterior materials and colors and landscaping/irrigation plan on file in the Planning
Division, the conditions contained herein and Development Code regulations.
2. Prior to the issuance of any permits, the Applicant shall complete and record a
"Covenant and Agreement to Maintain a Single -Family Residence" on a form to be
provided by the City. The covenant shall be completed and recorded with the Los
Angeles County Recorders Office.
E. 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.
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APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT, (909) 839-7040, FOR
COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
A. General
An Erosion Control Plan shall be submitted prior to the issuance of any City
permits. These measures shall be implemented during construction between
October 1 st and April 15th. The erosion control plan shall conform to national
Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) standards and incorporate the
appropriate Best Management Practices (BMP's).
2. The applicant shall comply with Standard Urban Storm Water Mitigation Plan
(SUSMP) requirements to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. 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.
4. 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.
B. Soils Report/Grading/Retaining Walls
If 50 cubic yards or more of earth work occurs, the applicant shall submit a grading
plan. The grading plan shall show the location of any retaining walls and the
elevations of the top of wall/footing/retaining and the finished grade on both sides
of the retaining wall. Construction details for retaining walls shall be shown on the
grading plan. Calculations and details of retaining walls shall be submitted to the
Building and Safety Division for review and approval.
2. If 50 cubic yards or more of earth work occurs, a geotechnical report shall be
required. Upon approval of the geotechnical report, the applicant shall submit
drainage and grading plans prepared by a Civil Engineer, licensed by the State of
California, prepared in accordance with the City's requirements for the City's
review and approval. A list of requirements for grading plan check is available
from the Public Works Department. All grading (cut and fill) calculations shall be
submitted to the City concurrently with the grading plan.
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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., 2007 California
Building Code, California Plumbing Code, California Mechanical Code, and 2004
National Electrical Code) requirements and all other applicable construction codes,
ordinances and regulations in effect at plan check submittal.
2. Before construction begins, the applicant shall install temporary construction
fencing pursuant to the Building and Safety Division's requirements along the
project site's perimeter. This fencing shall remain until the Building Official
approves its removal. The Applicant shall provide temporary sanitation facilities
while under construction.
3. Fire Department approval may 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
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more than 1/2 inch in any dimension except where such openings are
equipped with sash or door.
4. The minimum design load forwind 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.
5. Project shall comply with energy conservation requirements of the State of
California Energy Commission. Kitchen and bathroom lights shall be fluorescent or
controlled by a manual-on/auto off occupant sensor.
6. Check drainage patterns with Engineering Department. Surface water shall drain
away from building at a 2% minimum slope.
7. Specify location of tempered glass as required by code.
8. Number of plumbing fixtures shall be in compliance with CBC Appendix 29.
9. The project shall be protected by a construction fence and shall comply with the
NPDES & BMP requirements (sand bags, etc.)
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PLANNING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. 2008-07
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
DIAMOND BAR APPROVING DEVELOPMENT REVIEW NO. 2007-39, AND
CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION, FOR A REQUEST TO CONSTRUCT A FIRST
STORY ADDITION OF APPROXIMATELY 1,151 SQUARE FEET TO AN
EXISTING TWO-STORY SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE WITH A TWO -CAR
GARAGE LOCATED AT 23802 GOLD RUSH DRIVE - APN: 8701-055-013.
A. RECITALS.
1 The property owner, Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Wan and applicant, Manuel A. Sanchez
of Calex Construction Company Lee, have filed applications for Development
Review No. 2007-39 and categorical exemption for a property located at
23802 Gold Rush Drive, Diamond Bar, Los Angeles County, California.
Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Development Review and categorical
exemption shall be referred to as the "Application."
2. Public hearing notices were mailed to approximately 58 property owners within a
500 -foot radius of the project site, the public notice was posted in three public
places and the project site was posted with a display board. Notification of the
public hearing for this project was provided in the San Gabriel Valley Tribune and
Inland Valley Daily Bulletin newspapers.
3. On February 26, 2008, 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 (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 wildlife resources or the habitat upon which the wildlife depends.
Based upon substantial evidence, this Planning Commission hereby rebuts the
presumption of adverse effects contained in Section 753.5 (d) of Title 14 of the
California Code of Regulations.
4. Based on the findings and conclusions set forth herein, this Planning Commission
hereby finds as follows:
a.
Development Review
(1)
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.)
On July 25, 1995, the City adopted its General Plan. The project
site was established and homes were built prior to the City's
incorporation and General Plan's adoption. The General Plan land
use designation for the project site is RL Maximum 3 DU/AC. This
designation allow for lot varying in size from 8,500 to 20, 000 square
feet for the development of a single-family residence. The project
site is 9,557 square feet and developed with a single-family
residence. Therefore, the project site is in compliance with the
adopted General Plan.
The project site is in the RPD-20,000-2UL zoning district. As
prescribed in the Development Code, the development standards of
the RL zoning district apply to the project site. The proposed project
meets all the development standards of this zoning district as
illustrated in the comparison matrix within the staff report
The proposed addition continues the architectural style of the
residence. The style of the windows and trim, wood siding, tile roof
and colors of the addition will match the existing. As a result, the
proposed project is compatible in design to other homes in the
neighborhood and meets the City's Design Guidelines. Additionally,
the project neighborhood is a combination of one and two-story
homes ranging in size from 1, 701 to 6440 habitable square feet.
The subject residence will be 2,852 with the proposed addition. The
project site is 9,557 square feet and large enough to accommodate
the proposed addition.
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(2) The design and layout of the proposed development will not interfere
with the use and enjoyment of neighboring existing or future
developments, and will not create traffic or pedestrian hazards.
With the approval and construction of the proposed project, the
current use of the project site as a single-family residence will be
maintained. As discussed in Finding (1) above, the proposed project
can be accommodated at the project site. Additionally, the
architectural style, colors and materials are compatible with other
homes in the neighborhood. 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.
(3)
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.
As discussed in Finding (1) above, the proposed project is
consistent with the General Plan, development standards of the RL
zoning district and the City's Design Guidelines. As a result, the
proposed addition is compatible with the characteristics of the
neighborhood and will maintain a harmonious, orderly and attractive
development. There is no specific plan for the project area.
(4) 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
(5)
As discussed in Findings (1), (2), and (3) above, 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 appealing
while offering variety in color and texture and a low level of
maintenance.
The proposed project will not be detrimental to the public health,
safety, or welfare or materially injurious (e.g., negative affect on
property values or resale(s) of property) to the properties or
improvements in the vicinity.
Before the issuance of 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 Department, and
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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.
5. Based on the findings and conclusions set forth above, the Planning Commission
hereby approves the Application subject to the following conditions and Standard
Conditions attached hereto and incorporated by reference:
A. Planning Division
1. Prior to final inspection and Certificate of Occupancy issuance, the
applicant shall repair or replace landscaping and irrigation destroyed
in the front yard.
B. Building and Safety Division
1. Smoke detectors shall be in conformance with the 2007California
Building Code
2. All bedrooms shall comply with all rescue window requirements.
3. Building setback for any slope (toe or top) shall meet Chapter 18 of
the 2007 California Building Code.
4. Construction plans shall specify 5/8" X between the garage and
house addition.
5. An application, for which no permit is issued within 180 days
following the date of application, shall expire by limitation, and plans
and other data submitted for review may thereafter be returned to
the applicant or destroyed by the Building and Safety Division.
6. Every permit issued by the Building and Safety Division shall expire
if the building or work authorized by such permit is not commenced
within 180 days from the date of such permit.
7. Southern California Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD)
approval and clearance shall be required prior to issuance of a
demolition permit.
8. Applicant shall submit five full sets of plans, including the grading
plan, to the Building and Safety Division after the plans have been
approved by the Planning Commission.
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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:
Mr. & Mrs. Stanley Wan, 23802 Gold Rush Drive, Diamond Bar, CA 91765
and Mr. Manuel A. Sanchez, Calex Construction Company, 934 Herald
Street, Redlands, CA 92374.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 26TH OF FEBRUARY 2008, 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 26th day of February 2008, by
the following vote:
AYES: Commissioners: Nolan, Shah, VC/Torng, Chair/Nelson
NOES: Commissioners: None
ABSTAIN: Commissioners: None
ABSENT: Commissioners: Lee
ATTEST:
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT
STANDARD CONDITIONS
USE PERMITS, COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL
NEW AND REMODELED STRUCTURES
PROJECT #: Development Review No. 2007-39
SUBJECT: First Story Addition to Single -Family Residence
PROPERTY OWNER: Mr. & Mrs. Stanley Wan
APPLICANT: Manuel A. Sanchez
LOCATION: 23802 Gold Rush Drive
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. 2007-39 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. 2007-39 at the City of Diamond Bar Community
Development Department, their affidavit stating that they are aware of and agree
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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 Planning Commission Resolution No. 2008-07 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 plan check, revised site plans and building elevations incorporating all
Conditions of Approval shall be submitted for Planning Division review and
approval.
6. Prior to any use of the project site or business activity being commenced thereon,
all conditions of approval shall be completed
7. The project site shall be maintained and operated in full compliance with the
conditions of approval and all laws, or other applicable regulations.
8. Approval of this request shall not waive compliance with all sections of the
Development Code, all other applicable City Ordinances, and any applicable
Specific Plan in effect at the time of building permit issuance.
9. Site, grading, landscape/irrigation and driveway plans, elevations and sections
shall be coordinated for consistency prior to issuance of City permits (such as
grading, tree removal, encroachment, building, etc.) or approved use has
commenced, whichever comes first.
10. The single family residence shall not be used in a manner that creates adverse
effects upon the neighborhood and environmental setting of the residential site to
levels of dust, glare/light, noise, odor, traffic, or other disturbances to the existing
residential neighborhood and shall not result in significantly adverse effects on
public services and resources. The single family residence shall not be used for
commercial/institutional purposes, or otherwise used as a separate dwelling. The
property shall not be used for regular gatherings which result in a nuisance or
which create traffic and parking problems in the neighborhood.
11. Property owner/applicant shall remove the public hearing notice board within three
days of this project's approval.
12. The applicant shall comply with the requirements of City Planning, Building and
Safety Divisions, Public Works Department, and 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.
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. 2007-39 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 labeled and referenced herein as Exhibit "A"
dated February 26, 2008, including: site plan, floor plan, architectural elevations,
exterior materials and colors and landscaping/irrigation plan on file in the Planning
Division, the conditions contained herein and Development Code regulations.
2. Prior to the issuance of any permits, the Applicant shall complete and record a
"Covenant and Agreement to Maintain a Single -Family Residence" on a form to be
provided by the City. The covenant shall be completed and recorded with the Los
Angeles County Recorders Office.
E. 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.
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APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT, (909) 839-7040, FOR
COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
A. General
An Erosion Control Plan shall be submitted prior to the issuance of any City
permits. These measures shall be implemented during construction between
October 1st and April 15th. The erosion control plan shall conform to national
Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) standards and incorporate the
appropriate Best Management Practices (BMP's).
2. The applicant shall comply with Standard Urban Storm Water Mitigation Plan
(SUSMP) requirements to the satisfaction 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.
4. 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.
B. Soils Report/Grading/Retaining Walls
If 50 cubic yards or more of earth work occurs, the applicant shall submit a grading
plan. The grading plan shall show the location of any retaining walls and the
elevations of the top of wall/footing/retaining and the finished grade on both sides
of the retaining wall. Construction details for retaining walls shall be shown on the
grading plan. Calculations and details of retaining walls shall be submitted to the
Building and Safety Division for review and approval.
2. If 50 cubic yards or more of earth work occurs, a geotechnical report shall be
required. Upon approval of the geotechnical report, the applicant shall submit
drainage and grading plans prepared by a Civil Engineer, licensed by the State of
California, prepared in accordance with the City's requirements for the City's
review and approval. A list of requirements for grading plan check is available
from the Public Works Department. All grading (cut and fill) calculations shall be
submitted to the City concurrently with the grading plan.
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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:
1 Plans shall conform to State and Local Building Code (i.e., 2007 California
Building Code, California Plumbing Code, California Mechanical Code, and 2004
National Electrical Code) requirements and all other applicable construction codes,
ordinances and regulations in effect at plan check submittal.
2. Before construction begins, the applicant shall install temporary construction
fencing pursuant to the Building and Safety Division's requirements along the
project site's perimeter. This fencing shall remain until the Building Official
approves its removal. The Applicant shall provide temporary sanitation facilities
while under construction.
3. Fire Department approval may 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
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more than 1/2 inch in any dimension except where such openings are
equipped with sash or door.
4. 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.
5. Project shall comply with energy conservation requirements of the State of
California Energy Commission. Kitchen and bathroom lights shall be fluorescent or
controlled by a manual-on/auto off occupant sensor.
6. Check drainage patterns with Engineering Department. Surface water shall drain
away from building at a 2% minimum slope.
7. Specify location of tempered glass as required by code.
8. Number of plumbing fixtures shall be in compliance with CBC Appendix 29.
9. The project shall be protected by a construction fence and shall comply with the
NPDES & BMP requirements (sand bags, etc.)
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