HomeMy WebLinkAbout08/28/2018 AgendaPLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA August 28, 2018 7:00 PM The Windmill Room at Diamond Bar City Hall First Floor 21810 Copley Drive' Diamond Bar, CA 91765 Chairperson Kenneth Mok Vice Chairperson Naila Barlas Commissioner Frank Farago Commissioner Jennifer "Fred" Mahlke Commissioner Raymond Wolfe Copies of staff reports or other written documentation relating to agenda items are on file in the Planning Division of the Community Development Department, located at 21810 Copley Drive, and are available for public inspection. If you have questions regarding an agenda item, please call (909) 839-7030 during regular business hours. Written materials distributed to the Planning Commission within 72 hours of the Planning Commission meeting are available for public inspection immediately upon distribution in the City Clerk's office at 21810 Copley Drive, Diamond Bar, California, during normal business hours. 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The service of the cordless microphone and sign language interpreter services are available by giving notice at least three business days in advance of the meeting. Please telephone (909) 839-7030 between 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Friday. HELPFUL CONTACT INFORMATION Copies of Agenda, Rules of the Commission, CDs of Meetings (909) 839-7030 Email: info(a)diamondbarca.gov Website: www.diamondbarca.gov CITY OF DIAMOND BAR PLANNING COMMISSION August 28, 2018 AGENDA Next Resolution No. 2018-09 CALL TO ORDER: 7:00 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: 1. ROLL CALL: COMMISSIONERS: Frank Farago, Jennifer "Fred" Mahlke, Raymond Wolfe, Naila Barlas, Vice Chairperson, Chairperson Kenneth Mok 2. MATTERS FROM THE AUDIENCE/PUBLIC COMMENTS: This is the time and place for the general public to address the members of the Planning Commission on any item that is within their jurisdiction, allowing the public an opportunity to speak on non-public hearing and non -agenda items. Please complete a Speaker's Card for the recordina Secretary (completion of this form is voluntary). There is a five-minute maximum time limit when addressing the Planning Commission.. 3. APPROVAL OF Chairperson AGENDA: 4. CONSENT CALENDAR: The following items listed on the consent calendar are considered routine and are approved by a single motion. Consent calendar items may be removed from the agenda by request of the Commission only: 4.1. Minutes - July 24, 2018 5. OLD BUSINESS: 6. NEW BUSINESS: 7. PUBLIC HEARINGS: 7.1 DEVELOPMENT REVIEW NO. PL2017-190 - Under the authority of Diamond Bar Municipal Code Section 22.48, the applicant and property owner are requesting Development Review approval to construct a 498 square -foot addition to an existing 2,432 square -foot single-family AUGUST 28, 2018 PAGE 2 PLANNING COMMISSION residence on a 0.2 gross acre (8,507 gross square -foot) lot. The subject property is zoned Low -Medium Residential (RLM) with an underlying General Plan land use designation of Low -Medium Residential. PROJECT ADDRESS: PROPERTY OWNER: APPLICANT: 21065 Glenwold Drive Diamond Bar, CA 91765 Rajesh K. and Sunila Dang 21065 Glenwold Drive Diamond Bar, CA 91765 Richard Stupin 605 W. Beverly Boulevard Montebello, CA 90640 ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: The project has been reviewed for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Based on that assessment, the City has determined the project to be Categorically Exempt from the provisions of CEQA pursuant to Article 19 under Section 15301(e) (additions to existing structures) of the CEQA Guidelines. No further environmental review is required. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Development Review No. PL2017-190, based on the Findings of Fact, and subject to the conditions of approval as listed within the draft resolution. 7.2 DEVELOPMENT REVIEW NO. PL 2017-183 - Under the authority of Diamond Bar Municipal Code Section 22.48, the applicant and property owner are requesting Development Review approval to construct a 1,198 square -foot addition to an existing 1,759 square -foot single-family residence on a 0.25 gross acre (10,986 gross square -foot) lot. The subject property is zoned Low Residential (RL) with an underlying General Plan land use designation of Low Residential. PROJECT ADDRESS: 1401 Valeview Drive Diamond Bar, CA 91765 PROPERTY OWNER: Tian De Li 1401 Valeview Drive Diamond Bar, CA 91765 APPLICANT: Chen Kun Lee 21308 Pathfinder Road #204 Diamond Bar, CA 91765 ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: The project has been reviewed for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). AUGUST 28, 2018 PAGE 3 PLANNING COMMISSION Based on that assessment, the City has determined the project to be Categorically Exempt from the provisions of CEQA pursuant to Article 19 under Section 15301(e) (additions to existing structures) of the CEQA Guidelines. No further environmental review is required. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Development Review No. PL2017-183, based on the Findings of Fact, and subject to the conditions of approval as listed within the draft resolution. 8. PLANNING COMMISSION COMMENTS / INFORMATIONAL ITEMS: 9. STAFF COMMENTS / INFORMATIONAL ITEMS: 9.1. Project Status Report 10. SCHEDULE OF FUTURE EVENTS: LABOR DAY HOLIDAY: CITY COUNCIL MEETING PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING: Monday, September 3, 2018 In observance of the holiday, City Offices will be closed. City offices will re -open on Tuesday, September 4, 2018 Tuesday, September 4, 2018, 6:30 pm Meeting adjourned to September 18, 2018 Tuesday, September 11, 2018, 7:00 pm Diamond Bar City Hall Windmill Community Room 21810 Copley Drive TRAFFIC AND TRANSPORTATION Thursday, September 13,2018,7:00 pm COMMISSION MEETING: Diamond Bar City Hall Windmill Community Room 21810 Copley Drive GENERAL PLAN ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING: PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING: 11. ADJOURNMENT: Thursday, September 13, 2018, 6:30 pm Diamond Bar City Hall Windmill Community Room 21810 Copley Drive Thursday, September 27, 2018, 7:00 pm Diamond Bar City Hall Windmill Community Room 21810 Copley Drive MINUTES OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION JULY 24, 2018 CALL TO ORDER: Chair/Mok called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. in the City Hall Windmill Room, 21810 Copley Drive, Diamond Bar, CA 91765. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Commissioner Wolfe led the Pledge of Allegiance. 1. ROLL CALL: Present: Commissioners Frank Farago, Raymond Wolfe, and Chair Kenneth Mok Absent: Jennifer "Fred" Mahlke and Vice Chair Naila Barlas were excused. Also present: Greg Gubman, Community Development Director; James Eggert, Assistant City Attorney; Grace Lee, Senior Planner; Mayuko (May) Nakajima, Associate Planner; Natalie T. Espinoza, Assistant Planner; and, Stella Marquez, Administrative Coordinator. 2. MATTERS FROM THE AUDIENCE/PUBLIC COMMENTS: None Offered 3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: As Presented 4. CONSENT CALENDAR: 4.1 Minutes of the Regular Meeting: June 26, 2018: C/Wolfe moved, C/Farago seconded, to approve Consent Calendar Item 4.1 as corrected. Motion carried by the following Roll Call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: 5. OLD BUSINESS: 6. NEW BUSINESS: COMMISSIONERS COMMISSIONERS COMMISSIONERS None None Farago, Wolfe, Chair/Mok None Mahlke, VC/Barlas 4.1 Packet Pg. 6 4.1 JULY 24, 2018 7. PUBLIC HEARING(S): PAGE 2 PLANNING COMMISSION 7.1 Development Review and Tree Permit No. PL2017-167 — Under the authority of Diamond Bar Municipal Code Sections 22.48 and 22.38, the applicant and property owners requested Development Review approval to demolish an existing 2,956 square foot residence and construct a 9,769 square foot single family residence with 2,435 square feet of garage area and 1,951 square feet of patio/balcony/porch area on a 1.46 gross acre (63,774 gross square foot) lot. A Tree Permit was also requested to remove seven black walnut trees. The subject property is zoned Rural Residential (RR) with an underlying General Plan land use designation of Rural Residential. PROJECT ADDRESS PROPERTY OWNER APPLICANT: 2315 Alamo Heights Drive Diamond Bar, CA 91765 Christopher and Rachel Lupo 2056 Highridge Drive Chino Hills, CA 91709 Pete Volbeda 164 N. 2nd Avenue, Suite 100 Upland, CA 91786 AP/Espinoza presented staff's report and recommended Planning Commission approval of Development Review and Tree Permit No. PL2017-167, based on the Findings of Fact, and subject to the conditions of approval as listed within the Resolution. Chair/Mok opened the public hearing. Pete Volbeda, Architect, said he was present to respond to questions regarding the project. Chair/Mok asked Mr. Volbeda if the Diamond Bar Country Estates Architectural Committee had approved the project and Mr. Volbeda responded "not yet" and Chair/Mok asked if Mr. Volbeda had any concerns about the approval and Mr. Volbeda responded not really, because he has their comments from previous reviews and there are no major items of concern. The committee usually requests a grading plan which he provides upon conclusion of this public hearing. Packet Pg. 7 4.1 JULY 24, 2018 PAGE 3 PLANNING COMMISSION Chair/Mok asked Mr. Volbeda if he would be replacing the two trees scheduled for removal with like trees and CDD/Gubman responded that the code mandates that trees have to be replaced with a protected species only which means one could replace a walnut with an oak or a willow or California sycamore. Chair/Mok said it was good to learn there would be more trees planted than what was required by code. Chair/Mok closed the public hearing. C/Wolfe opined that this would be a very beautiful house that definitely fits into the neighborhood, certainly with the adjoining houses on other side. C/Wolfe moved, Chair/Mok seconded, to approve Development Review and Tree Permit No. PL2017-167, based on the Findings of Fact, and subject to the conditions of approval as listed within the Resolution. Motion carried by the following Roll Call vote: AYES: COMMISSIONERS: Farago, Wolfe, Chair/Mok NOES: COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: Mahlke, VC/Barlas 7.2 Development Review No. PL2017-126 — Under the authority of Diamond Bar Municipal Code Section 22.48, the applicant requested Development Review approval to construct a new 1,967 square foot single family residence with an attached 422 square foot garage, a 25 square foot porch and a 71 square foot covered patio on an undeveloped 6,090 square foot lot. The subject property is zoned Low Residential (RL) with an underlying General Plan land use designation of Low Medium Residential. PROJECT ADDRESS PROPERTY OWNER/ APPLICANT: 20305 Flintgate Drive Diamond Bar, CA 91765 Sammy Elbastawesy 20702 Hollow Pine Drive Diamond Bar, CA 91765 AP/Nakajima presented staff's report and recommended Planning Commission approval of Development Review No. PL2017-126, based on Packet Pg. 8 4.1 JULY 24, 2018 PAGE 4 PLANNING COMMISSION the Findings of Fact, and subject to the conditions of approval as listed within the resolution. C/Wolfe asked if the applicant was moving one or both Edison poles to the east and AP/Nakajima responded that her understanding is that the existing pole on the property will be located to the west side. C/Wolfe asked what would be done with the utility cabinet, if anything, and AP/Nakajima responded that the applicant would have to work with Edison on that issue. C/Wolfe said he was concerned about the utility cabinet but the second pole is up against the curb which appears to be in the way of the driveway (about eight feet from the east property line) on this very narrow property. AP/Nakajima said that a copy of the plans were sent to Edison and staff did not receive any comments or concerns about that issue or any other issues. Chair/Mok asked if Laurel trees can be planted as close to the Edison pole as the plan indicates or do they have to be a certain distance away. AP/Nakajima said Chair/Mok's concern was valid and that staff would work with the applicant on that issue. CDD/Gubman said that if there is not already a condition in the Conditions of Approval, the Commission could add one to require that the landscape plan be subject to review and approval by Edison and if there are any modifications needed, the condition could specify it would be subject to the Director's approval unless the Commission preferred to have the landscape plan come back to the Commission. In light of the fact that this is on the side of the property facing vacant land and privacy is not an issue, the Commission may be comfortable to defer to CDD/Gubman's review. AP/Nakajima confirmed to Chair/Mok that there has been no response or concerns from the neighbors. Chair/Mok opened the public hearing. Shirley Liu, 20220 E. Walnut Drive S., Walnut, CA 91789, spoke about concerns of the residential community in which the project is proposed and presented a letter by those residents detailing their many concerns. Samuel Elbastawesy, owner/applicant, explained that the box on the property is a Caltrans count station which is going to be eliminated when Caltrans relocates the existing pole. A count station was installed on the other side of the sound wall during reconstruction of Lemon Avenue. He further stated that he has worked closely with the City of Diamond Bar and Packet Pg. 9 4.1 JULY 24, 2018 PAGE 5 PLANNING COMMISSION has tried to make the house look similar to neighboring properties and match the square footage of the remaining houses in the area. The house will sit about one story lower than the street because the property is at a lower elevation than other properties in the immediate area. C/Farago asked if the pole on the street side would be relocated or would the powerline cross the applicant's driveway. Mr. Elbastawesy said the pole would remain in place. He provided a copy of the property survey and explained the location of the pole in relationship to the driveway. Chair/Mok closed the public hearing. C/Wolfe said it is interesting to fit a house into property that is this narrow but it is a nice house and he understands the applicant has spent a lot of time working with City staff on this project. It looks like it will work, it will be tight. He agrees with CDD/Gubman that the Commission should add a condition that the landscape plan be reviewed and approved by Southern California Edison. CDD/Gubman stated that as indicated in staff's presentation the challenge was to design a house that would be appropriate for the neighborhood. Certainly the lot is unusually narrow being a vacated street right-of-way and only 40 feet in width. The applicants worked closely with staff to achieve a design where the second story element is stepped back 20 feet from the front of the garage to reduce the scale of the house as effectively as possible. It is a brand new home and 2,000 square feet is likely as big as the house wants to be on that lot so the challenge was to configure the structure so that it does not have a presence that is out -of -proportion with the lot dimensions. In light of that and the fact that it is a legally recorded lot which is zoned Residential and the property owner has a right to develop it, provided it complies with all of the Development Standards and Design Guidelines, staff is recommending approval because staff believes it has not only met the Code requirements but has also achieved the intent of the Design Guidelines. C/Wolfe said that while he appreciates the speaker's comments about the aesthetics of the neighborhood, it is not the responsibility of this property owner to pay for Edison to underground cable or somehow create a more aesthetically pleasing appearance to a neighborhood that has overhead wiring. Packet Pg. 10 4.1 JULY 24, 2018 PAGE 6 PLANNING COMMISSION C/Wolfe moved, C/Farago seconded, to approve Development Review No. PL2017-126, based on the Findings of Fact, and subject to the conditions of approval as listed within the draft resolution with the addition of a Condition of Approval that Edison review and approve the landscape plan prior to its final approval and, if there are changes, that it be referred to CDD/Gubman for final approval. Motion carried by the following Roll Call vote: AYES: COMMISSIONERS: Farago, Wolfe, Chair/Mok NOES: COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: Mahlke, VC/Barlas 8. PLANNING COMMISSION COMMENTS/INFORMATIONAL ITEMS: None 9. STAFF COMMENTS/INFORMATIONAL ITEMS: 9.1 Project Status Report. CDD/Gubman stated that the August 14th Planning Commission will be canceled due to lack of agenda items. On August 16th there will be a General Plan Advisory Committee meeting to discuss Draft Policies for additional Elements of the General Plan and the Planning Commission and general public are welcome to attend and participate. Tonight's meeting will be adjourned to August 28th for which there are two public hearing items currently scheduled, both of which are additions to existing single family residences, one located at 1401 Valeview Drive and one located at 21065 Glenwold Drive. C/Wolfe asked if staff had anything further regarding the email asking that the Planning Commission meetings begin at 6:30 p.m. CDD/Gubman said he forwarded the responses from the Planning Commissioners to the City Manager's office and has heard nothing subsequent to sending out the emails. There are two other Commissions and CDD/Gubman anticipates a decision being made regarding all Commissions in the near future for which a City Council Resolution would be required to make that change. What he is hearing is that most Commissioners overall are indifferent or would prefer to have the meeting begin at an earlier time. Packet Pg. 11 JULY 24, 2018 PAGE 7 PLANNING COMMISSION 12. SCHEDULE OF FUTURE EVENTS: As provided in the agenda. ADJOURNMENT: With no further business before the Planning Commission, Chair/Mok adjourned the regular meeting at 7:37 p.m. to August 28, 2018. The foregoing minutes are hereby approved this 28th day of August, 2018. Attest: Respectfully Submitted, Greg Gubman Community Development Director Kenneth Mok, Chairperson 4.1 Packet Pg. 12 PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA REPORT CITY OF DIAMOND BAR - 21810 COPLEY DRIVE - DIAMOND BAR, CA 91765 - TEL. (909) 839-7030 -- FAX (909) 861-3117 AGENDA ITEM NUMBER MEETING DATE: CASE/FILE NUMBER: PROJECT LOCATION: GENERAL PLAN DESIGNATION ZONING DISTRICT: PROPERTY OWNER: 7.1 August 28, 2018 Development Review No. PL2017-190 21065 Glenwold Drive Diamond Bar, CA 91765 (APN 8763-008-012) Low Medium Density Residential (RLM) Low Medium Density Residential (RLM) Rajesh K. Dang and Sunila Dang 21065 Glenwold Drive Diamond Bar, CA 91765 APPLICANT: Richard Stupin Richard A. Stupin Associates 605 W. Beverly Boulevard Montebello, CA 90640 Summary: The applicant is requesting approval of a Development Review (DR) application to construct a 498 square -foot addition to an existing 2,432 square -foot, two-story, single- family residence on a 0.2 acre (8,507 gross square -foot) lot. RECOMMENDATION: Adopt the attached Resolution (Attachment 1) approving Development Review No. PL2017-190, based on the findings of Diamond Bar Municipal Code (DBMC) Section 22.48, subject to conditions. BACKGROUND: 7.1 Packet Pg. 13 7.1 The subject property is located on the north side of Glenwold Drive. The property was developed in 1979 under Los Angeles County standards with a 2,432 square -foot, two- story, single-family residence and a 462 square -foot attached garage. There is a 12 -foot wide storm drain easement that runs through the front yard. There are no protected trees on site. The property is legally described as Lot 95 of Tract No. 33257, and the Assessor's Parcel Number (APN) is 8763-008-012. Site Aerial Site and Surrounding General Plan, Zoning and Land Uses The following table describes the surrounding land uses located adjacent to the subject property: Development Review No. PL2017-190 Page 2 of 8 Packet Pg. 14 7.1 Project Site General Plan Designation• Low Medium Density Residential Zoning District RLM Use Single Family Residential Site North General Commercial C-2 Commercial Shopping Center South Low Medium Density Residential RLM Single Family Residential East Low Medium Density Residential RLM Single Family Residential West Low Medium Density Residential RLM Single Family Residential Project Site 7.1 Project Description The existing 2,432 square -foot, two-story home consists of common areas (dining room, living room, family room, kitchen, nook, three bedrooms, three bathrooms, a den, and a two -car garage. The applicant is proposing to construct a second -story addition to the existing home that includes remodeling an existing bedroom area into two bedrooms, one bathroom and a prayer room. There will be a total of four bedrooms and four bathrooms in the residence. The existing rear patio cover will be demolished. The height of the existing house is 23 feet. The proposed addition will not increase the height of the existing house. The proposed addition is located at the front of the house, and consists of the following components: PROJECT SUMMARY (square footage) Site and Grading Configuration: The subject property is a flag lot with a descending slope at the rear. The existing house is situated on a leveled pad and the addition is proposed above the existing garage. There will be no grading and no site improvements are proposed on the property. Architectural Features, Colors, and Materials: The home is a 1970s tract home with vertical wood siding, brick veneer, stucco, and concrete tiles on a cross -gabled roof. The fagade of the existing home will be modified, above the existing garage where the bulk of the addition is proposed. The proposed addition will match the existing house in terms of the same building materials, window style, and roof form. Development Review No. PL2017-190 Page 4 of 8 Packet Pg. 16 Existing Proposed Total Residence Living Area 2,432 s.f. 498 s.f. 2,930 s.f. 2 -Car Garage 462 s.f. 462 s.f. Front Porch 153 s.f. 153 s.f. Rear Patio Cover 505 s.f. -505 s.f. 0 s.f. TOTAL FLOOR AREA 3,545 s.f. Site and Grading Configuration: The subject property is a flag lot with a descending slope at the rear. The existing house is situated on a leveled pad and the addition is proposed above the existing garage. There will be no grading and no site improvements are proposed on the property. Architectural Features, Colors, and Materials: The home is a 1970s tract home with vertical wood siding, brick veneer, stucco, and concrete tiles on a cross -gabled roof. The fagade of the existing home will be modified, above the existing garage where the bulk of the addition is proposed. The proposed addition will match the existing house in terms of the same building materials, window style, and roof form. Development Review No. PL2017-190 Page 4 of 8 Packet Pg. 16 7.1 EXISTING (N) ROOF MATCH M lip, illi I � 30A �TE000,:�..:::..,:: (E) -1-11-- 1 L- (NI VENEER BRICK Proposed Front Elevation rElvmoo saw Landscaping: Landscape plans are not required because the site is already developed, and because the project is exempt from the City's Water Efficient Landscaping Ordinance. The ordinance would only apply if new or rehabilitated landscaping of 2,500 square feet or more was being installed or altered. However, landscaping that is damaged during construction will need to be restored upon project completion. This requirement is included as a condition of approval. ANALYSIS Review Authority The proposed project requires a land use approval through the Development Review process. The analysis that follows provides the basis for staff's recommendation to approve the Development Review application. Development Review (DBMC Section 22.48) Additions which are equal to or greater than 50 percent of the existing habitable floor area of all existing structures on site, or substantially change the appearance of an existing residence require Planning Commission approval of a DR application. Development Review approval is required to ensure compliance with the City's General Plan policies and design guidelines, and to minimize adverse effects of the proposed project upon the surrounding properties and the City in general. As stated in Section 22.48.010 of the Development Code, the Development Review process was established to ensure that new development and additions to existing development are consistent with the General Plan "through the promotion of high functional and aesthetic standards to complement and add to the economic, physical, and social character" of Diamond Bar. Development Review No. PL2017-190 Page 5 of 8 Packet Pg. 17 7.1 Development Standards: The following table compares the proposed project with the City's development standards for residential development in the RLM zone: Compatibility with Neighborhood The proposed project complies with the goals and objectives as set forth in the adopted General Plan in terms of land use and density. The project is designed to be compatible with the character of the existing homes in the neighborhood. There are other two-story homes in the neighborhood. Homes in this neighborhood consist of 1970s tract homes with building materials such as concrete roof tiles, stucco, wood siding, stone and brick. The architectural materials and details of the addition are similar to the homes in the surrounding area. In light of these observations, staff finds that the addition will be visually integrated into the existing home and not negatively impact the look and character of the neighborhood. The project incorporates the principles of the City's Residential Design Guidelines as follows: • The addition will conform to all development standards, including setbacks, height and lot coverage; • A gradual transition between the existing residence and addition is achieved through . appropriate setbacks, building height and window and door placement; • The addition is visually integrated with the primary structure, by utilizing matching colors and materials, and consistent architectural details, throughout the proposed addition; Development Review No. PL2017-190 Page 6 of 8 Packet Pg. 18 .. ... 25 feet 25 feet Yes • • • 20 feet 5 feet on one side and 10 feet — north side 10 feet — north side Yes 10 feet on the other side 6 feet — south side 6 feet — south side 58 feet — north side 58 feet — north side • 15 feet 16 feet — south side 16 feet — south side Yes • . 20 feet 3'-3" 22'-8" Yes • Maximum of 40% 31% 25% Yes 35 feet 23 feet 23 feet Yes • 2 -car garage 2 -car garage 2 -car garage Yes Compatibility with Neighborhood The proposed project complies with the goals and objectives as set forth in the adopted General Plan in terms of land use and density. The project is designed to be compatible with the character of the existing homes in the neighborhood. There are other two-story homes in the neighborhood. Homes in this neighborhood consist of 1970s tract homes with building materials such as concrete roof tiles, stucco, wood siding, stone and brick. The architectural materials and details of the addition are similar to the homes in the surrounding area. In light of these observations, staff finds that the addition will be visually integrated into the existing home and not negatively impact the look and character of the neighborhood. The project incorporates the principles of the City's Residential Design Guidelines as follows: • The addition will conform to all development standards, including setbacks, height and lot coverage; • A gradual transition between the existing residence and addition is achieved through . appropriate setbacks, building height and window and door placement; • The addition is visually integrated with the primary structure, by utilizing matching colors and materials, and consistent architectural details, throughout the proposed addition; Development Review No. PL2017-190 Page 6 of 8 Packet Pg. 18 7.1 • Placement and relationship of windows, doors, and other window openings are carefully integrated with the building's overall design; and • Roof type, pitch and materials of the addition match the primary structure. Privacy and Sensitivity to Adjacent Neighbors: Staff reviewed the location of the proposed addition for potential privacy concerns. According to the applicant, a letter was sent to both adjacent neighbors to the west and south regarding the proposed project, but received no response. The existing front and side setbacks will not change. The residence to the west is approximately 52 feet away. Additionally, there is existing landscaping in the neighbor's side yard to help block views into the rear yard of this home. The proposed addition is located only on the northerly side of the property and will have limited views to the adjacent neighbor to the south. The property to the north is a commercial center. Therefore, staff does not find privacy loss to be a project impact to the neighboring properties. View Looking South from Diamond Creek Plaza Shopping Center Deed Restriction: If the proposed project is approved, the residence will have a total of four bedrooms and four bathrooms. Staff is including a condition of approval requiring a deed restriction to be recorded with the County of Los Angeles which restricts the rental of rooms of other portions of the property under two or more separate agreements and prohibits use of the property as a boarding or rooming house. Additional Review Development Review No. PL2017-190 Page 7 of 8 Packet Pg. 19 7.1 The Public Works Department and Building and Safety Division reviewed this project, and their comments are included in the attached resolution as conditions of approval. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING: On August 15, 2018, public hearing notices were mailed to property owners within a 1,000 -foot radius of the project site. On August 17, 2018, the notice was published in the San Gabriel Valley Tribune and Inland Valley Daily Bulletin newspapers. A notice display board was posted at the site, and a copy of the notice was posted at the City's three designated community posting sites. Public Comments Received No comments have been received as of the publication date of this report. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT: This project has been reviewed for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Based on that assessment, the City has determined the project to be Categorically Exempt from the provisions of CEQA pursuant to the provisions of Article 19 Section 15301(e) (additions to existing structures) of the CEQA Guidelines. No further environmental review is required. PREPARED BY: ayu akajima,ssociat lanner 8/28/2018 REVIEWED BY: Grfc& Lee, enior Planner 8/15/2018 GrJ6UbmaiIrmmun1J Development Director 8/20/2018 Attachments: A. Draft Resolution No. 2018 -XX and Standard Conditions of Approval B. Site Plan, Floor Plans, and Elevations Development Review No. PL2017-190 Page 8 of 8 Packet Pg. 20 7.1.a PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2018 -XX A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DEVELOPMENT REVIEW NO. PL2017-190 TO CONSTRUCT A 498 SQUARE -FOOT ADDITION TO AN EXISTING 2,432 SQUARE -FOOT, TWO-STORY RESIDENCE WITH AN ATTACHED 462 SQUARE -FOOT GARAGE ON A 0.2 ACRE (8,507 SQUARE - FOOT) LOT AT 21065 GLENWOLD DRIVE, DIAMOND BAR, CA 91765 (APN 8763-008-012). A. RECITALS The property owners, Rajesh K. Dang and Sunila Dang, and applicant, Richard Stupin, have filed an application for Development Review No. PL2017-190 to construct a 498 square -foot addition to an existing 2,432 square -foot, two-story, single-family residence located at 21065 Glenwold Drive, Diamond Bar, County of Los Angeles, California. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Development Review shall be referred to as the "Proposed Project." 2. The subject property is made up of one parcel totaling 8,507 gross square feet (0.2 gross acres). It is located in the Low Medium Density Residential (RLM) zone with an underlying General Plan land use designation of Low Medium Density Residential. 3. The legal description of the subject property is Lot 95 of Tract No. 33257. The Assessor's Parcel Number is 8763-008-012. 4. On August 17, 2018, public hearing notices were mailed to property owners within a 1,000 -foot radius of the Project site. On August 17, 2018, notification of the public hearing for this project was published in the San Gabriel Valley Tribune and the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin newspapers; and public notices were posted at the City's designated community posting sites. In addition to the published and mailed notices, the project site was posted with a display board. 5. On August 28, 2018, 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: Packet Pg. 21 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; and 2. The Planning Commission hereby determines the Project to be Categorically Exempt from the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to the provisions of Article 19, Section 15301 (e) (additions to existing structures) of the CEQA Guidelines. Therefore, no further environmental review is required. C. FINDINGS OF FACT Based on the findings and conclusions set forth herein and as prescribed under Diamond Bar Municipal Code (DBMC) Section 22.48, this Planning Commission hereby finds as follows: Development Review Findings (DBMC Section 22.48.040) The design and layout of the proposed development is consistent with the applicable elements of the City's General Plan, City Design Guidelines, and development standards of the applicable district, design guidelines, and architectural criteria for special areas (e.g., theme areas, specific plans, community plans, boulevards or planned developments). The design and layout of the proposed two-story addition consisting of 498 square feet of floor area to an existing two-story, single-family residence is consistent with the City's General Plan, City Design Guidelines and Development Code standards. The mass and scale of the addition are proportionate to the existing house and surrounding properties. The project site is not part of any theme area, specific plan, community plan, boulevard or planned development. 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. The proposed addition will not interfere with the use and enjoyment of neighboring existing or future developments because the use of the project site is designed for a single-family home and the surrounding uses are also single-family homes. In addition, no protected trees exist on site. The proposed addition will not interfere with vehicular or pedestrian movements, such as access or other functional requirements of a single- family home because it complies with the requirements for driveway widths and is a continuation of an existing use. 3. The architectural design of the proposed development is compatible with the character of the surrounding neighborhood and will maintain and 2 PC Resolution No. 2018 -XX 7.1.a Packet Pg. 22 enhance the harmonious, orderly and attractive development contemplated by Chapter 22.48: Development Review Standards, the City's Design Guidelines, the City's General Plan, or any applicable specific plan. The project is designed to be compatible with the character of the existing homes in the neighborhood. There are other two-story homes in the neighborhood. Homes in this neighborhood consist of 1970s tract homes with building materials such as concrete roof tiles, stucco, wood siding, stone and brick. The architectural materials and details of the addition are similar to the homes in the surrounding area. In light of these observations, staff finds that the addition will be visually integrated into the existing home and not negatively impact the look and character of the neighborhood. 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, color, and will remain aesthetically appealing. The existing home is a 1970s tract design with vertical wood siding, brick veneer, stucco, and concrete tiles on a cross -gabled roof. The fagade of the existing home will be modified, above the existing garage where the bulk of the addition is proposed. The proposed addition will match the existing house in terms of the same building materials, window style, and roof form. Therefore, the addition will not negatively impact the look and character of the neighborhood. 5. The proposed development will not be detrimental to public health, safety or welfare or materially injurious (e.g., negative effect 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 and Public Works Departments requirements. Through the permit and inspection process, the referenced agencies 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. 6. The proposed project has been reviewed in compliance with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The proposed project is categorically exempt from the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) as set forth under Article 19 Section 15301 (e) (additions to existing structures) of the CEQA guidelines. 3 PC Resolution No. 2018 -XX 7.1.a Packet Pg.33 Based upon the findings and conclusion set forth above, the Planning Commission hereby approves this Application, subject to the following conditions: Development shall substantially comply with the plans and documents presented to the Planning Commission at the public hearing. 2. Standard Conditions. The applicant shall comply with the standard development conditions attached hereto. 3. Prior to issuance of building permits, the applicant shall record, and provide the City with a conformed recorded copy of, a Covenant and Agreement or similar document in a form approved by the City Attorney, which restricts the rental of rooms or other portions of the property under two or more separate agreements and prohibits use of the property as a boarding or rooming house, except to the extent otherwise permitted by the Diamond Bar Municipal Code or applicable state or federal law. The Planning Commission shall: a. Certify to the adoption of this Resolution; and a. Forthwith transmit a certified copy of this Resolution, by certified mail to the property owners, Rajesh K. Dang and Sunila Dang, 21065 Glenwold Drive, Diamond Bar, CA 91765, and applicant, Richard Stupin, Richard A. Stupin Associates, 605 W. Beverly Boulevard, Montebello, CA 90640. APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 28TH DAY OF AUGUST 2018, BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR. Ken Mok, 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 28th day of August, 2018, by the following vote: AYES: Commissioners: NOES: Commissioners: ABSENT: Commissioners: ABSTAIN: Commissioners: 4 PC Resolution No. 2018 -XX 7.1.a Packet Pg. 24 ATTEST: Greg Gubman, Secretary PC Resolution No. 2018 -XX 7.1.a Packet Pg. 25 I I I I COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT STANDARD CONDITIONS USE PERMITS, COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL NEW AND REMODELED STRUCTURES PROJECT #: Development Review No. PL 2017-190 SUBJECT: To construct a 498 square -foot addition to an existing 2,432 square -foot, two-story, single-family residence. PROPERTY Rajesh K. Dang and Sunila Dang OWNER: 21065 Glenwold Drive Diamond Bar, CA 91765 APPLICANT: Richard Stupin Richard A. Stupin Associates 605 W. Beverly Boulevard Montebello, CA 90640 LOCATION: 21065 Glenwold Drive, Diamond Bar, CA 91765 ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT. I. APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE PLANNING DIVISION AT (909) 839-7030, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: A. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 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. PL2017-190 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: C: PC Resolution No. 2018 -XX 7.1.a Packet Pg. 26 (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 defendants. 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. PL2017-190, 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 License; and a zoning approval for those businesses located in Diamond Bar. 4. Signed copies of Planning Commission Resolution No. 2018-M, 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. 7 PC Resolution No. 2018 -XX 7.1.a Packet Pg. 27 0 C. 9. All site, grading, landscape/irrigation, and roof plans, and elevation plans shall be coordinated for consistency prior to issuance of City permits (such as grading, tree removal, encroachment, building, etc.) or approved use has commenced, whichever comes first. 10. The hours during which construction activities causing the operation of any tools or equipment used in construction, drilling, repair, alteration, or demolition work are limited to Monday through Saturday, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., or at any time on Sundays or holidays. 11. The 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 the Fire Department. FEES/DEPOSITS Applicant shall pay development fees (including but not limited to Planning, Building and Safety Divisions, Public Works Department and Mitigation Monitoring) at the established rates, 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. TIME LIMITS The approval of Development Review No. PL2017-190 expires within two years from the date of approval if the use has not been exercised as defined pursuant to Diamond Bar Municipal Code (DBMC) Section 22.66.050(b)(1). In accordance with DBMC Section 22.60.050(c), the applicant may request, in writing, a one- year time extension for Planning Commission consideration. Such a request must be submitted to the Planning Division prior to the expiration date and be accompanied by the review fee in accordance with the Fee Schedule in effect at the time of submittal. 8 PC Resolution No. 2018 -XX 7.1.a Packet Pg. 28 7.1.a D. SITE DEVELOPMENT 1. This approval is to construct a 498 square -foot addition to an existing 2,432 square -foot, two-story, single-family residence located at 21065 Glenwold Drive, as described in the staff report and depicted on the approved plans on file with the Planning Division, subject to the conditions listed herein. 2. The construction documents submitted for plan check shall be in substantial compliance with the architectural plans approved by the Planning Commission, as modified pursuant to the conditions below. If the plan check submittal is not in substantial compliance with the approved Development Review submittal, the plans may require further staff review and re -notification of the surrounding property owners, which may delay the project and entail additional fees. 3. To ensure compliance with the provisions of the Planning Commission approval, a final inspection is required from the Planning Division when work for any phase of the project has been completed. The applicant shall inform the Planning Division and schedule an appointment for such an inspection. 4. The above conditions shall run with the land and shall be binding upon all future owners, operators, or successors thereto of the property. Non-compliance with any condition of approval or mitigation measure imposed as a condition of the approval shall constitute a violation of the City's Development Code. Violations may be enforced in accordance with the provisions of the Development Code. 5. Failure to comply with any of the conditions set forth above or as subsequently amended in writing by the City, may result in failure to obtain a building final and/or a certificate of occupancy until full compliance is reached. The City's requirement for full compliance may require minor corrections and/or complete demolition of a non- compliant improvement, regardless of costs incurred where the project does not comply with design requirements and approvals that the applicant agreed to when permits were pulled to construct the project. 6. 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 attached referenced as site plans, floor plans, architectural elevations, and landscape plans on file with the Planning Division, the conditions contained herein, and the Development Code regulations. 9 PC Resolution No. 2018 -XX Packet Pg.99 7. 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. 8. All roof -mounted equipment shall be screened from public view. 9. 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 owners/occupant. 10. All landscaping, structures, architectural features and public improvements damaged during construction shall be repaired or replaced upon project completion. 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. 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. II. APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE BUILDING AND SAFETY DIVISION, (909) 839-7020, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: General Conditions: At the time of plan check submittal, plans and construction shall conform to current State and Local Building Code (i.e. 2016 California Building Code series will apply) requirements and all other applicable construction codes, ordinances and regulations in effect. 10 PC Resolution No. 2018 -XX 7.1.a Packet Pg. 30 2. Provisions for CAL Green shall be implemented onto plans and certification shall be provided by a third party as required by the Building Division. Specific water, waste, low VOC, and related conservation measures shall be shown on plans. Construction shall conform to the current CAL Green Code. Plan Check — Items to be addressed prior to plan approval: 3. The minimum design load for wind in this area is 110 M.P.H. exposures "C" and the site is within seismic zone D or E. The applicant shall submit drawings and calculations prepared by a California State licensed Architect/Engineer with wet stamp and signature. 4. This project shall comply with the energy conservation requirements of the State of California Energy Commission. All lighting shall be high efficacy or equivalent per the current California Energy Code 119 and 150(k). 5. All easements shall be shown on the site plan. 6. The prayer room shall not be used for habitable space or light and ventilation shall be provided per CBC 1203 and 1205. The use shall remain non -habitable. Permit — Items required prior to building permit issuance: 7. Solid waste management of construction material shall incorporate recycling material collection per Diamond Bar Municipal Code 8.16 of Title 8. The contractor shall complete all required forms and pay applicable deposits prior to permit. 8. AQMD notification is required at least 10 days prior to any demolition. Proof of notification is required at permit issuance. 9. All workers on the job shall be covered by workman's compensation insurance under a licensed general contractor. Any changes to the contractor shall be updated on the building permit. Construction — Conditions required during construction: 10. Every permit issued by the building official under the provisions of this Code shall expire and become null and void unless the work authorized by such permit is commenced within one -hundred -eighty (180) days after permit issuance, and if a successful inspection has not been obtained from the building official within one -hundred - 11 PC Resolution No. 2018 -XX 7.1.a Packet Pg. 31 7.1.a eighty (180) days from the date of permit issuance or the last successful inspection. A successful inspection shall mean a documented passed inspection by the city building inspector as outlined in Section 110.6. 11. All structures and property shall be maintained in a safe and clean manner during construction. The property shall be free of debris, trash, and weeds. 12. All equipment staging areas shall be maintained in an orderly manner and screened behind a minimum 6' high fence. 13. A setback survey may be required at completion of framing and foundations construction phases respectively. 14. The project shall be protected by a construction fence to the satisfaction of the Building Official, and shall comply with the NPDES & BMP requirements (sand bags, etc.). All fencing shall be view obstructing with opaque surfaces. 15. The location of property lines and building pad may require a survey to be determined by the building inspection during foundation and/or frame inspection. 16. The applicant shall contact Dig Alert and have underground utility locations marked by the utility companies prior to any excavation. Contact Dig Alert by dialing 8.11 or their website at www.digalert.org. 17. The applicant shall first request and secure approval from the City for any changes or deviations from approved plans prior to proceeding with any work in accordance with such changes or deviations. 18. All glazing in hazardous locations shall be labeled as safety glass. The labeling shall be visible for inspection. 19. Pursuant to California Residential Code (CRC) Section R315, carbon monoxide detectors are required in halls leading to sleeping rooms. 20. Drainage patterns shall match the approved grading/drainage plan from the Public Works/Engineering Department. Surface water shall drain away from the building at a 2% minimum slope. The final as - built conditions shall match the grading/drainage plan or otherwise approved as -built grading/drainage plan. 12 PC Resolution No. 2018 -XX Packet Pg. 32 21. Special inspections and structural observation will be required in conformance with CBC 1704 to 1709. 22. 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(909) 839-7030 - FAX (909) 861-3117 AGENDA ITEM NUMBER MEETING DATE: CASE/FILE NUMBER: PROJECT LOCATION: GENERAL PLAN DESIGNATION ZONING DISTRICT: PROPERTY OWNER: 7.2 August 28, 2018 Development Review No. PL2017-183 1401 Valeview Drive Diamond Bar, CA 91765 (APN 8701-007-044) Low Density Residential (RL) Low Density Residential (RL) Tian De Li 1401 Valeview Drive Diamond Bar, CA 91765 APPLICANT: Chen Kun Lee 21308 Pathfinder Road #204 Diamond Bar, CA 91765 SUMMARY: The applicant is requesting approval of a Development Review (DR) application to construct a 1,198 square -foot addition to an existing 1,759 square -foot, two-story, single-family residence on a 0.25 acre (10,986 square -foot) lot. RECOMMENDATION: Adopt the attached Resolution (Attachment 1) approving Development Review No. PL2017-183, based on the findings of Diamond Bar Municipal Code (DBMC) Section 22.48, subject to conditions. Packet Pg. 37 BACKGROUND: 7.2 The subject property is located on the northeast corner of Valeview Drive and Softwind Drive. The property was developed in 1986 under Los Angeles County standards with a 1,759 square -foot, two-story, single-family residence and 510 square -foot attached garage. There are no protected trees on site. The property is legally described as Lot 12 of Tract No. 42556, and the Assessor's Parcel Number (APN) is 8701-007-044. The image below highlights the subject property: Site Aerial Development Review No. PL2017-183 Page 2 of 8 Packet Pg. 38 7.2 Site and Surrounding General Plan, Zoning and Land Uses The following table describes the surrounding land uses located adjacent to the subject property: Existing Front Elevation Adjacent Property to the West Development Review No. PL2017-183 Page 3 of 8 Packet Pg. 39 General Plan Designation Low Density Residential Zoning District RL Land Use Single Family Residential Site North Low Density Residential RL Single Family Residential South Low Density Residential RL Single Family Residential East Low Density Residential RL Single Family Residential West Low Density Residential RL Single Family Residential Existing Front Elevation Adjacent Property to the West Development Review No. PL2017-183 Page 3 of 8 Packet Pg. 39 7.2 View of Intersection Project Description The proposed 1,198 square -foot addition is entirely on the first floor. The floor plan indicates 596 square feet of the addition will be programmed for use as an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU). An ADU (formerly known as a "second unit" or "granny flat") is a self-contained dwelling unit on the same parcel as a single-family home, and is permitted by right under State law. As discussed further under the Analysis section of this report, the Planning Commission's review authority in this matter is limited to the appropriateness of the proposed addition's architectural design only. If the DR application is approved, the applicant would still be required to apply for a separate ADU permit through the Planning Division. The height of the existing house is 23'-8". The proposed addition will not increase the height of the existing house. The proposed addition is located at the front and side of the existing residence, and consists of the following components: PROJECT SUMMARY (sauare footaael Site and Grading Configuration: The subject property is a rectangular -shaped lot. There are two slopes located on the property—an ascending slope at the rear and an ascending slope at the east side of the property. The existing house is situated on a leveled pad. The first story addition is proposed at the front and side of the property, on the leveled pad. The applicant is proposing a five-foot high maximum retaining wall at Development Review No. PL2017-183 Page 4 of 8 Packet Pg. 40 Existing Proposed Total Residence Living Area 1,759 s.f. 1,198 s.f. 2,957 s.f. Garage Area 510 s.f. 510 s.f. Front Porch Area 63 s.f. 63 s.f. TOTAL FLOOR AREA 3,530 s.f. Site and Grading Configuration: The subject property is a rectangular -shaped lot. There are two slopes located on the property—an ascending slope at the rear and an ascending slope at the east side of the property. The existing house is situated on a leveled pad. The first story addition is proposed at the front and side of the property, on the leveled pad. The applicant is proposing a five-foot high maximum retaining wall at Development Review No. PL2017-183 Page 4 of 8 Packet Pg. 40 7.2 the east side of the property to extend the pad area for a four -foot wide walkway and access to the ADU entrance. Architectural Features, Colors, and Materials: The home is a 1980s tract home with textured stucco, aluminum windows with foam trim, and concrete tiles on a cross -gabled roof. The fagade of the existing home will not change, with the exception of the addition area. The proposed addition will match the existing house in terms of the same building materials, window style, and roof form. The existing 6:12 roof pitch and concrete tiles will be incorporated into the addition. I®l 4LT12 ROOF (E) 8 ROOF TO MATCH EXISTING I I I 11, 1 I.P. PS , , I - MATCH_ EXISTING Proposed Front Elevation Landscaping: Landscape plans are not required because the site is already developed, and because the project is exempt from the City's Water Efficient Landscaping Ordinance. The ordinance would only apply if new or rehabilitated landscaping of 2,500 square feet or more was being installed or altered. However, landscaping that is damaged during construction will need to be restored upon project completion. This requirement is included as a condition of approval. There are six street trees within the right-of-way along Softwind Drive. The Public Works Department is adding a condition of approval requiring the applicant to protect these trees in place. If trimming or root pruning is required, the applicant shall schedule a field meeting with Public Works Maintenance staff for review prior to any work. ANALYSIS Review Authority The proposed project requires a land use approval through the Development Review process. The analysis that follows provides the basis for staff's recommendation to approve the Development Review application. Development Review No. PL2017-183 Page 5 of 8 Packet Pg.41 7.2 Development Review (DBMC Section 22.48) Additions which are equal to or greater than 50 percent of the existing habitable floor area of all existing structures on site, or substantially change the appearance of an existing residence require Planning Commission approval of a DR application. Development Review approval is required to ensure compliance with the City's General Plan policies and design guidelines, and to minimize adverse effects of the proposed project upon the surrounding properties and the City in general. As stated in Section 22.48.010 of the Development Code, the Development Review process was established to ensure that new development and additions to existing development are consistent with the General Plan "through the promotion of high functional and aesthetic standards to complement and add to the economic, physical, and social character" of Diamond Bar. As stated, the proposed floor plan indicates that a portion of the addition is intended to accommodate an ADU. However, when determining whether or not it can make the requisite Development Review findings, the Planning Commission must disregard the contemplated partial use of the addition as an ADU. Since 2003, State law has required cities to establish a ministerial (i.e., without a hearing), nondiscretionary review process for ADUs. The applicant may thus submit an ADU application to the Planning Division regardless of the Commission's decision pertaining to this DR application. Development Standards: The following table compares the proposed project with the City's development standards for residential development in the RL zone: DevelopmentResidential DevelopmentFeature ... Requirements Standards Setback'20 feet 26'-6" 26'-6" Yes 5 feet on one side and 9 feet — west side 9 feet— west side Yes " 10 feet on the other side' 38 feet — east side 10 feet— east side 16 feet — west side • 15 feet 16 feet — west side Yes N/A — east side N/A — east side .. 20 feet 70'-3" 70'-3" Yes • Maximum of 40% 14% 24.8% Yes 35 feet 23'-8" 23'-8" Yes 2 -car garage 2 -car garage 2 -car garage Yes ' Front and street side setback measurements for all parcels within Tract 42556 begin six (6) feet behind curb face. Development Review No. PL2017-183 Page 6 of 8 Packet P. 4 7.2 Compatibility with Neighborhood The proposed project complies with the goals and objectives as set forth in the adopted General Plan in terms of land use and density. The project is designed to be compatible with the character of the existing homes in the neighborhood. The project is located next to a two-story home to the west and no adjacent neighbor to the east since this is a corner lot. The front setback at 26'-6" will not change, and the proposed addition is located towards the east side of the property towards the street side. In addition, the property is situated lower than the existing street grade of Softwind Drive, which conceals the proposed addition from Softwind Drive. As required by the City's ADU ordinance, the front entrance of the ADU is located at the side of the house, and is not visible facing the street on which the primary residence fronts. In light of these observations, staff finds that the addition will be visually integrated into the existing home and not negatively impact the look and character of the neighborhood. Consistency with Design Guidelines The project incorporates the principles of the City's Residential Design Guidelines as follows: • The addition will conform to all development standards, including setbacks and lot coverage; • A gradual transition between the existing residence and addition is achieved through appropriate setbacks, building height and window and door placement; • The addition is visually integrated with the primary structure, by utilizing matching colors and materials, and consistent architectural details, throughout the proposed addition; • Placement and relationship of windows, doors, and other window openings are carefully integrated with the building's overall design; and • Roof type, pitch and materials of the addition match the primary structure. Deed Restriction: If the proposed project is approved, the residence will have a total of five bedrooms and four bathrooms. Staff is including a condition of approval requiring a deed restriction to be recorded with the County of Los Angeles which restricts the rental of rooms or other portions of the property under two or more separate agreements and prohibits use of the property as a boarding or rooming house. Additional Review The Public Works Department and Building and Safety Division reviewed this project, and their comments are included in the attached resolution as conditions of approval. Development Review No. PL2017-183 Page 7 of 8 Packet Pg. 43 7.2 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING: On August 15, 2018, public hearing 1,000 -foot radius of the project site. the San Gabriel Valley Tribune and display board was posted at the site three designated community posting Public Comments Received notices were mailed to property owners within a On August 17, 2018, the notice was published in Inland Valley Daily Bulletin newspapers. A notice and a copy of the notice was posted at the City's sites. No comments have been received as of the publication date of this report. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT: This project has been reviewed for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Based on that assessment, the City has determined the project to be Categorically Exempt from the provisions of CEQA pursuant to the provisions of Article 19 Section 15301(e) (additions to existing structures) of the CEQA Guidelines. No further environmental review is required. PREPARED BY: ayluvk6fNakajima, Associateaflanner 8/28/2018 REVIEWED BY: Grfcd Lee, enior Planner 8/20/2018 GrEJ6ubmqfbmmunif Development Director 8120/2018 Attachments: A. Draft Resolution No. 2018 -XX and Standard Conditions of Approval B. Site Plan, Floor Plans, and Elevations Development Review No. PL2017-183 Page 8 of 8 Packet Pg. 44 7.2.a PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2018 -XX A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DEVELOPMENT REVIEW NO. PL2017-183 TO CONSTRUCT A 1,198 SQUARE -FOOT ADDITION TO AN EXISTING 1,759 SQUARE -FOOT SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE ON A 0.25 ACRE LOT LOCATED AT 1401 VALEVIEW DRIVE, DIAMOND BAR, CA 91765 (APN 8701-007-044). A. RECITALS The property owner, Tian De Li, and applicant, Chen Kun Lee, has filed an application for Development Review No. PL2017-183 application to construct a 1,198 square -foot addition to an existing single-family residence located at 1401 Valeview Drive, Diamond Bar, County of Los Angeles, California. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Development Review shall be referred to as the "Proposed Project." 2. The subject property is made up of one parcel totaling 10,986 gross square feet (0.25 acres). It is located in the Low Density Residential (RL) zone with an underlying General Plan land use designation of Low Density Residential. 3. The legal description of the subject property is Lot 12 of Tract No. 42556. The Assessor's Parcel Number is 8701-007-044. 4. On August 17, 2018, public hearing notices were mailed to property owners within a 1,000 -foot radius of the Project site. On August 17, 2018, notification of the public hearing for this project was published in the San Gabriel Valley Tribune and the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin newspapers. Also, public notices were posted at the project site and the City's three designated community posting sites. 5. On August 28, 2018, 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; and Packet Pg. 45 C 7.2.a 2. The Planning Commission hereby determines the Project to be Categorically Exempt from the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to the provisions of Article 19, Section 15301 (e) (additions to existing structures) of the CEQA Guidelines. Therefore, no further environmental review is required. FINDINGS OF FACT Based on the findings and conclusions set forth herein and as prescribed under Diamond Bar Municipal Code (DBMC) Section 22.48, this Planning Commission hereby finds as follows: Development Review Findings (DBMC Section 22.48.040) The design and layout of the proposed development is consistent with the applicable elements of the City's General Plan, City Design Guidelines, and development standards of the applicable district, design guidelines, and architectural criteria for special areas (e.g., theme areas, specific plans, community plans, boulevards or planned developments): The design and layout of the proposed addition consisting of 1,198 square feet to an existing two-story, single-family residence is consistent with the City's General Plan, Design Guidelines and development standards. The mass and scale of the addition are proportionate to the existing house and surrounding properties. The project site is not part of any theme area, specific plan, community plan, boulevard or planned development. 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; The proposed addition will not interfere with the use and enjoyment of neighboring existing or future developments because the use of the project site is designed for a single-family home and the surrounding uses are also single-family homes. In addition, no protected trees exist on site. The proposed addition will not interfere with vehicular or pedestrian movements, such as access or other functional requirements of a single- family home because it complies with the requirements for driveway widths and is a continuation of an existing use. 3. The architectural design of the proposed development is compatible with the character of the surrounding neighborhood and will maintain and enhance the harmonious, orderly and attractive development contemplated by Chapter 22.48: Development Review Standards, the City's Design 2 PC Resolution No. PL2018-XX Packet Pg. 46 7.2.a Guidelines, the City's General Plan, or any applicable specific plan; The project is designed to be compatible with the character of the existing homes in the neighborhood, in terms of massing and scale. The applicant is proposing to add to the front and side of the house: 1,198 square feet of addition area. The addition at the front and side of the house will be located toward the east side of the house and will comply with the minimum 10 -foot street side setback requirement. The addition will maintain the existing 26'- 6" front setback. The proposed addition will not increase the height of the existing house. Therefore, the proposed addition will maintain similar massing and scale as the existing house. 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, color, and will remain aesthetically appealing; The existing home is a 1980s tract home with textured stucco, aluminum windows with foam trim, and concrete tiles on a cross -gabled roof. The fagade of the existing home will not change, with the exception of the addition area. The proposed addition will match the existing house in terms of the same building materials, window style, and roof form. The existing 6:12 roof pitch and concrete tiles will be incorporated into the addition. In summary, the addition will be visually integrated into the existing home and not negatively impact the look and character of the neighborhood. 5. The proposed development will not be detrimental to public health, safety or welfare or materially injurious (e.g., negative effect on property values or resale(s) of property) to the properties or improvements in the vicinity; and 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 and Public Works Departments requirements. Through the permit and inspection process, the referenced agencies 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. 6. The proposed project has been reviewed in compliance with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The proposed project is categorically exempt from the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) as set forth under Article 19 Section 15301 (e) (additions to existing structures) of the CEQA guidelines. 3 PC Resolution No. PL2018-XX Packet Pg. 47 7.2.a Based upon the findings and conclusion set forth above, the Planning Commission hereby approves this Application, subject to the following conditions: Development shall substantially comply with the plans and documents presented to the Planning Commission at the public hearing. 2. Standard Conditions. The applicant shall comply with the standard development conditions attached hereto. 3. This approval does not include authorization to create an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) on the subject property. Prior to the establishment of an ADU, the property owner or designee shall apply for and obtain approval of a Plot Plan application for such purpose, and comply with all conditions of imposed on said approval. 4. Prior to issuance of building permits, the applicant shall record, and provide the City with a conformed recorded copy of, a Covenant and Agreement or similar document in a form approved by the City Attorney, which restricts the rental of rooms or other portions of the property under two or more separate agreements and prohibits use of the property as a boarding or rooming house, except to the extent otherwise permitted by the Diamond Bar Municipal Code or applicable state or federal law. 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 property owner, Tian De Li, 1401 Valeview Drive, Diamond Bar, CA 91765, and applicant, Chen Kun Lee, 21308 Pathfinder Road #204, Diamond Bar, CA 91765. APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 28TH DAY OF AUGUST 2018, BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR. Kenneth Mok, 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 28th day of August, 2018, by the following vote: AYES: Commissioners: NOES: Commissioners: ABSENT: Commissioners: 4 PC Resolution No. PL2018-XX Packet Pg. 48 ABSTAIN: Commissioners: ATTEST: Greg Gubman, Secretary 7.2.a PC Resolution No. PL2018-XX Packet Pg.49 7.2.a I I I I COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT aSTANDARD CONDITIONS USE PERMITS, COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL NEW AND REMODELED STRUCTURES PROJECT #: Development Review No. PL 2017-183 SUBJECT: To construct a 1,198 square -foot addition to an existing 1,759 square -foot, two-story, single-family residence. PROPERTY Tian De Li OWNER: 1401 Valeview Drive Diamond Bar, CA 91765 APPLICANT: Chen Kun Lee 21308 Pathfinder Road #204 Diamond Bar, CA 91765 LOCATION: 1401 Valeview Drive, Diamond Bar, CA 91765 ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT. I. APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE PLANNING DIVISION AT (909) 839-7030, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: A. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 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. PL2017-183 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 defendants. The City shall promptly notify the applicant me PC Resolution No. 2018 -XX Packet Pg. 50 7.2.a 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. PL2017-183, 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 License; and a zoning approval for those businesses located in Diamond Bar. 4. Signed copies of Planning Commission Resolution No. 2018 -XX, Standard Conditions, and all environmental mitigations shall be included on the plans (full size). The sheet(s) are for information only to all parties involved in the construction/grading activities and are not required to be wet sealed/stamped by a licensed Engineer/Architect. 5. Prior to the plan check, revised site plans and building elevations incorporating all Conditions of Approval shall be submitted for Planning Division review and approval. 6. Prior to any use of the project site or business activity being commenced thereon, all conditions of approval shall be completed. 7. The project site shall be maintained and operated in full compliance with the conditions of approval and all laws, or other applicable regulations. 8. Approval of this request shall not waive compliance with all sections of the Development Code, all other applicable City Ordinances, and any applicable Specific Plan in effect at the time of building permit issuance. 9. All site, grading, landscape/irrigation, and roof plans, and elevation plans shall be coordinated for consistency prior to issuance of City permits (such as grading, tree removal, encroachment, building, etc.,) or approved use has commenced, whichever comes first. 10. The hours during which construction activities causing the operation of any tools or equipment used in construction, drilling, repair, alteration, or demolition work are limited to Monday through Saturday, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., and are not allowed at any time on Sundays or holidays. 7 PC Resolution No. 2018 -XX Packet Pg. 51 7.2.a 11. The 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 the Fire Department. 13. Prior to issuance of building permits, the applicant shall record, and provide the City with a conformed recorded copy of, a Covenant and Agreement or similar document in a form approved by the City Attorney, which restricts the rental of rooms or other portions of the property under two or more separate agreements and prohibits use of the property as a boarding or rooming house, except to the extent otherwise permitted by the Diamond Bar Municipal Code or applicable state or federal law. 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. PL2017-183 expires within two years from the date of approval if the use has not been exercised as defined per Diamond Bar Municipal Code (DBMC) Section 22.66.050 (b)(1). In accordance with DBMC Section 22.60.050(c), the applicant may request, in writing, a one-year time extension for Planning Commission consideration. Such a request must be submitted to the Planning Division prior to the expiration date and be accompanied by the review fee in accordance with the fee schedule in effect at the time of submittal. D. SITE DEVELOPMENT This approval is to construct a 1,198 square -foot addition to an existing 1,759 square -foot, two-story, single-family residence located at 1401 Valeview Drive, as described in the staff report and depicted on the N. PC Resolution No. 2018 -XX Packet Eg. 7.2.a approved plans on file with the Planning Division, subject to the conditions listed below. 2. The construction documents submitted for plan check shall be in substantial compliance with the architectural plans approved by the Planning Commission, as modified pursuant to the conditions below. If the plan check submittal is not in substantial compliance with the approved Development Review submittal, the plans may require further staff review and re -notification of the surrounding property owners, which may delay the project and entail additional fees. 3. To ensure compliance with the provisions of the Planning Commission approval, a final inspection is required from the Planning Division when work for any phase of the project has been completed. The applicant shall inform the Planning Division and schedule an appointment for such an inspection. 4. The above conditions shall run with the land and shall be binding upon all future owners, operators, or successors thereto of the property. Non- compliance with any condition of approval or mitigation measure imposed as a condition of the approval shall constitute a violation of the City's Development Code. Violations may be enforced in accordance with the provisions of the Development Code. 5. Failure to comply with any of the conditions set forth above or as subsequently amended in writing by the City, may result in failure to obtain a building final and/or a certificate of occupancy until full compliance is reached. The City's requirement for full compliance may require minor corrections and/or complete demolition of a non- compliant improvement, regardless of costs incurred where the project does not comply with design requirements and approvals that the applicant agreed to when permits were pulled to construct the project. 6. 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, on file with the Planning Division, the conditions contained herein, and the Development Code regulations. 7. 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. 8. All roof -mounted equipment shall be screened from public view. 1 PC Resolution No. 2018 -XX Packet Pg. 53 7.2.a 9. 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 owners/occupant. 10. All landscaping, structures, architectural features and public improvements damaged during construction shall be repaired or replaced upon project completion. 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. 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. II. APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT, (909) 839-7040, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: Protect in place the six trees within the right-of-way along Softwind Drive. If trimming or root pruning is required, the applicant shall schedule a field meeting for review prior to any tree work. Contact Parks and Maintenance Superintendent, Anthony Jordan, at (909) 839-7063. A. GENERAL An Erosion Control Plan shall be submitted clearly detailing erosion control measures. These measures shall be implemented during construction. The erosion control plan shall conform to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) standards and incorporate the appropriate Best Management Practices (BMP's) as specified in the Storm Water BMP Certification. B. DRAINAGE Detailed drainage system information of the lot with careful attention to any flood hazard area shall be submitted. All drainage/runoff from the 10 PC Resolution No. 2018 -XX Packet Pg. 54 7.2.a 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. III. APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE BUILDING AND SAFETY DIVISION, (909) 839-7020, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: General Conditions: 1. At the time of plan check submittal, plans and construction shall conform to current State and Local Building Code (i.e., 2016 California Building Code series will apply) requirements and all other applicable construction codes, ordinances and regulations in effect. 2. Provisions for CAL Green shall be implemented onto plans and certification shall be provided by a third party as required by the Building Division. Specific water, waste, low VOC, and related conservation measures shall be shown on plans. Construction shall conform to the current CAL Green Code. 3. An occupancy separation in the form of a one-hour fire and sound rated wall between the accessory dwelling unit and main dwelling unit. 4. This structure will be permitted for a maximum of six bedrooms and six bathrooms. Any deviation will require building permits. Plan Check — Items to be addressed prior to plan approval: 5. The minimum design load for wind in this area is 110 M.P.H. exposures "C" and the site is within seismic zone D or E. The applicant shall submit drawings and calculations prepared by a California State licensed Architect/Engineer with wet stamp and signature. 6. This project shall comply with the energy conservation requirements of the State of California Energy Commission. All lighting shall be high efficacy or equivalent per the current California Energy Code 119 and 150(k). 7. Indoor air quality shall be provided consistent with ASHRAE 62.2 as required per California Energy Code 150(0). 8. All easements shall be shown on the site plan. 9. A soils report is required per CBC 1803 and all recommendations of the soils report shall be adhered to. 10. The size of the existing electrical service shall be justified with load calculations or at least a 200 amp panel shall be installed. 11 PC Resolution No. 2018 -XX Packet Pg. 55 7.2.a Permit — Items required prior to building permit issuance: 11. Solid waste management of construction material shall incorporate recycling material collection per Diamond Bar Municipal Code 8.16 of Title 8. The contractor shall complete all required forms and pay applicable deposits prior to permit. 12. Prior to building permit issuance, all school district fees shall be paid. Please obtain a form from the Building and Safety Division to take directly to the school district. 13. AQMD notification is required at least 10 days prior to any demolition. Proof of notification is required at permit issuance. 14. All workers on the job shall be covered by workman's compensation insurance under a licensed general contractor. Any changes to the contractor shall be updated on the building permit. Construction — Conditions required during construction: 15. Every permit issued by the building official under the provisions of this Code shall expire and become null and void unless the work authorized by such permit is commenced within one -hundred -eighty (180) days after permit issuance, and if a successful inspection has not been obtained from the building official within one -hundred -eighty (180) days from the date of permit issuance or the last successful inspection. A successful inspection shall mean a documented passed inspection by the city building inspector as outlined in Section 110.6. 16. All structures and property shall be maintained in a safe and clean manner during construction. The property shall be free of debris, trash, and weeds. 17. Existing fencing shall remain in-place during construction including pool barrier fencing. Any alteration of the fencing may result in a discontinuation of construction until the fences are returned to its original state. 18. All equipment staging areas shall be maintained in an orderly manner and screened behind a minimum 6' high fence. 19. The project shall be protected by a construction fence to the satisfaction of the Building Official, and shall comply with the NPDES & BMP requirements (sand bags, etc.) All fencing shall be view obstructing with opaque surfaces. 20. The location of property lines may require a survey to be determined by the building inspection during foundation inspection. 12 PC Resolution No. 2018 -XX Packet Pg. 56 7.2.a 21. The applicant shall contact Dig Alert and have underground utility locations marked by the utility companies prior to any excavation. Contact Dig Alert by dialing 811 or their website at www.digalert.org. 22. The applicant shall first request and secure approval from the City for any changes or deviations from approved plans prior to proceeding with any work in accordance with such changes or deviations. 23. All glazing in hazardous locations shall be labeled as safety glass. The labeling shall be visible for inspection. 24. Pursuant to California Residential Code (CRC) Section R315, carbon monoxide detectors are required in halls leading to sleeping rooms. 25. Drainage patterns shall flow away from building structures and towards the public way. The rear yard drainage shall not flow towards the addition area and shall be diverted to the public way. 26. Special inspections and structural observation will be required in conformance with CBC 1704 to 1709. 27. All plumbing fixtures, including those in existing areas, shall be low -flow models consistent with California Civil Code Section 1101.1 to 1101.8. END 13 PC Resolution No. 2018 -XX Packet Pg.77 ° p .� -03NOI—MISNOa 59LL6 tlD `21tl8 aNOWtlla `2!a M91A3-IVA 6014 30N3a1S3N n Nbld 101d 'dVW ALINIOIA'AuvwvynS 133fONd � m e a H �- r ' N O Sm"a�4! 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I am employed by the City of Diamond Bar. On August 24, 2018, a copy of the Planning Commission Agenda was posted at the following locations: South Coast Quality Management District Auditorium 21865 East Copley Drive Diamond Bar, CA 91765 Diamond Bar Library 21800 Copley Drive Diamond Bar, CA 91765 Heritage Park 2900 Brea Canyon Road Diamond Bar, CA 91765 I declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct. Executed on August 24, 2018, at Diamond Bar, California. Stella Marquez Community Development Dept. CDAntel I a\affi davitposting.doc