HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC 2018-16PLANNING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. 2018-16
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
DIAMOND BAR, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DEVELOPMENT REVIEW
NO. PL2017-36 TO DEMOLISH AN EXISTING RESIDENCE AND
CONSTRUCT A NEW 8,030 SQUARE -FOOT SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE
WITH 1,463 SQUARE FEET OF GARAGE AREA AND 2,144 SQUARE FEET
OF PATIO/BALCONY/PORCH AREA ON A 1.59 GROSS ACRE
(69,190 GROSS SQUARE -FOOT) LOT LOCATED AT 23509 RIDGELINE
ROAD, DIAMOND BAR, CA 91765 (APN 8713-004-004). A TREE PERMIT IS
ALSO REQUESTED TO REMOVE ONE BLACK WALNUT TREE THAT IS IN
FAIR HEALTH AND REPLACE WITH THREE 24 -INCH BOX BLACK WALNUT
TREES.
1. The property owners, Li Zhou and Hongguang Tu, and applicant, Johnney
Zhang, have filed an application for Development Review and Tree Permit
No. PL2017-36 to request the following approvals from the Planning
Commission:
(a) Development Review to demolish an existing residence and construct
a new 8,030 square -foot single-family residence with 1,463 square
feet of garage area and 2,144 square feet of patio/balcony/porch area;
and
(b) Tree Permit to remove one black walnut tree that is in fair health and
replace with three 24 -inch box black walnut trees.
Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Development Review and Tree
Permit shall be referred to as the "Proposed Project."
The subject property is made up of one parcel totaling 69,190 gross square
feet (1.59 gross acres). It is located in the Rural Residential (RR) zone with
an underlying General Plan land use designation of Rural Residential.
The legal description of the subject property is Lot 50 of Tract No. 30091.
The Assessor's Parcel Number is 8713-004-004.
4. On November 28, 2018, public hearing notices were mailed to property
owners within a 1,000 -foot radius of the Project site. On November 30,.
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 December 11, 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.
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
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 15303(a) (construction of a new single-family residence) 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) Sections 22.48 and 22.38, 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 single-family residence consisting
an 8,030 square -foot single-family residence with 1,4631 square feet of
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garage area and 2,144 square feet of patio/balcony/porch area is consistent
with the City's General. Plan, Design Guidelines and development.
standards. A gradual transition between the project and adjacent uses is
achieved through appropriate setbacks, building height, landscaping, and
window and door placement.
The proposed new single-family residence incorporates various modern
architectural elements such as flat and shed roof styles; stucco, stone
veneer, and stained wood siding,. and composite panel exterior finishes;
glass and aluminum garage doors; and appropriate massing and proportion
to meet the intent of the City's Design Guidelines.
The project site is not part of any theme area, specific plan, community plan,
boulevard orplanned 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 single-family house 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.
The proposed single-family house 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 exceeds the minimum number of required off-street
parking spaces.
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
Guidelines, the City's General Plan, or any applicable specific plan;
The proposed house is comparable in mass and scale to existing homes on
similar lots in The Country. The architecture in The Country is eclectic, and
includes a variety of architectural designs. In addition, the house is located
approximately 17 feet below street level, with the second floor being visible
from the street. The scale and proportions of the proposed home are well
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balanced and appropriate for the site. In sum, the proposed project fits the
character of the neighborhood on which it is proposed.
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 architectural style of the home is modern with elements such as flat and
shed roof styles, expansive floor to ceiling windows, emphasis of
rectangular forms, and open floor plan. The new home will not be intrusive
to neighboring homes and will be aesthetically appealing by integrating a
variety of materials, such as smooth white stucco, stone veneer, stained
wood siding, light and dark composite panels, dark aluminum window trim,
glass and aluminum garage doors, and glass balcony railings. Earth -tone
shades for the exterior finish are used to soften the building's visual impact
and assist in preserving the hillside's aesthetic value. Also, landscaping is
integrated into the site to complement the massing of the house and blend
in with neighboring homes and the natural environment of the site in order
to maintain a desirable environment. The scale and proportions of the
proposed home are well balanced and appropriate for the site.
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 15303(a) (construction of a new single-family residence) of the
CEQA Guidelines.
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Tree Permit Finding (DBMC Section 22.38.110)
The tree is a public nuisance by causing damage to improvements
(e.g., building foundations, retaining walls, roadways/driveways, patios, and
decks) and appropriate mitigation measures will be implemented in
compliance with DBMC Section 22.38.140 (Tree protection requirements)
below.
The applicant submitted a tree assessment report, prepared by a licensed
arborist dated May 11, 2017 and an addendum to the tree report dated
November 20, 2018, which indicates there are eight protected trees on the
property., seven at the rear of the property and one. at the front of the
property. The Los Angeles. County Fire Department is requiring the
applicant to remove trees located at the front of the property—including a
protected black walnut tree with a DBH of 6 to 12 inches—to construct a
walkway with stairs where the existing protected tree is located to comply
with fire access requirements. The applicant is proposing three 24 -inch
black walnut trees at the east and rear of the property as mitigation trees.
The planting of three new protected species will provide sufficient
replacement of the natural landscape. Additionally, the applicant submitted
a tree protection plan dated January 22, 2018 prepared by a licensed
arborist, identifying protective measures for the seven protected trees
located at the rear of the property. The six black walnut and one coast live
oak trees located at the rear of the property will not be impacted by the
proposed construction. Protective fencing will be installed prior to
construction activities.
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. 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.
3. Prior to building permit issuance, the required landscape plan shall be
designed to meet the requirements of the Los Angeles County Fire
Department's Fuel Modification Plan Guidelines in terms of plant selection,
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placement and maintenance. The final landscape and fuel modification
plans shall be submitted to the Los Angeles Fire Department for review and
approval.
4. Prior to building permit issuance, a Certification of Design, together with
landscape and irrigation plans prepared by a licensed landscape architect,
shall be submitted to the Planning Division for review and approval by the
City's Consulting Landscape Architect. Landscape and irrigation plans shall
comply with the updated Water Efficient Landscaping Ordinance.
5. Prior to the issuance of a demolition, grading or building permit, the
protected trees shall be barricaded by chain link fencing with a minimum
height of .five feet, or by another protective barrier approved by the
Community Development Director or designee. Chain link fencing shall be
supported by vertical posts at a maximum. of ten -foot intervals to keep the
fencing upright and in place. Barriers shall be placed at least five (5) feet
from the drip line of the trees. A sign posted on the fencing which states
Warning: Tree Protection Zone and stating the requirements of all workers
in the protection zone. Throughout the course of construction, the tree
protection fencing shall be maintained and the site shall be maintained and
cleaned at all times. No construction staging or disposal of construction
materials or byproducts, including but not limited to paint, plaster, or
chemical solutions is allowed in the tree protection zone. The fencing plan
shall be shown on the grading plan and other applicable construction
documents and the Applicant, Owner or construction manager shall contact
the Planning Division to conduct a site visit prior to commencement of any
work to ensure this condition is met.
All work conducted close to the protected zone of the protected oak and
black walnut trees shall be performed within the. presence of a qualified
arborist. A 48-hour notice shall be provided to the arborist and the Planning
Division prior to the planned start of work.
7. If protective measures fail to ensure the survival of any protected tree during
construction activity or within three years after approval of final inspection,
a minimum of three 24 -inch box protected species shall be planted on the
property for each protected tree that dies.
8. Standard Conditions. The applicant shall comply with the standard
development conditions attached hereto.
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The Planning Commission shall:
a. Certify to the adoption of this Resolution; and
b. Forthwith transmit a certified copy of this Resolution, by certified mail
to the property owners, Li Zhou and Hongguang Tu, 2729
Steeplechase Lane, Diamond Bar, CA 91765; and applicant,
Johnney Zhang, Primior Inc., 750 N. Diamond Bar Blvd. Suite 188,
Diamond Bar, CA 91765.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 11TH DAY OF DECEMBER 2018, BY THE
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR.
By:
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 11th day of December, 2018, by the following vote:
AYES: Commissioners: Farago, Mahlke, Wolfe, VC/Barlas, Chair/Mok
NOES: Commissioners: Mone
ABSENT: Commissioners: crone
ABSTAIN: Commissioners: None
ATTEST:
Greg Gubman, Secretary
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I; DIAI/IOND BaRiICOMMUNITY o •DEPARTMENT
STANDARD CONDITIONS
USE PERMITS, COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL NEW AND
REMODELED STRUCTURES
PROJECT #:
SUBJECT:
Development Review and Tree Permit No. PL 2017-36
Li Zhou Hongguang Tu
2729 Steeplechase Ln.
Diamond Bar, CA 91765
APPLICANT: Johnney Zhang
Primior Inc.
750 N. Diamond Bar Blvd. Suite 188
Diamond Bar, CA 91765
LOCATION: 23509 Ridgeline Road, 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
1. The applicant shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City,
and its officers, agents and employees, from any claim, action, or
proceeding to attack, set-aside, void or annul, the approval of
Development Review and Tree Permit No. PL2017-36 brought within
the time period provided by Government Code Section 66499.37. In
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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 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 and Tree Permit
No. PL2017-36, 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. 2018-16,
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.
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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.
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.
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C. TIME LIMITS
1. The approval of Development Review and Tree Permit No. PL2017-36
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 22.66.050(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
1. This approval is to demolish an existing 3,220 square -foot residence
and construct a new 8,030 square -foot single-family residence with
1,463 square feet of garage area and 2,144 square feet of
patio/balcony/porch area and to remove one black walnut tree and
replace with three 24 -inch box black walnut trees at 23509 Ridgeline
Road, as described in the staff.report and depicted on the 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.
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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.
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
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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:
A. GENERAL
An Erosion Control Plan shall be submitted concurrently with the
grading plan clearly detailing erosion control measures. These
measures shall be implemented during construction. The erosion
control plan shall conform to national Pollutant Discharge Elimination
System (NPDES) standards and incorporate the appropriate Best
Management Practices (BMP's) as specified in the Storm Water
BMP Certification. For construction activity which disturbs one acre
or greater soil a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) will
be needed.
2. Grading and construction activities and the transportation of
equipment and materials and operation of heavy grading equipment
shall be limited to between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.,
Monday through Saturday. Dust generated by grading and
construction activities shall be reduced by watering the soil prior to
and during the activities and in accordance with South Coast Air
Quality Management District Rule 402 and Rule 403. Reclaimed
water shall be used whenever possible. Additionally, all construction
equipment shall be properly muffled to reduce noise levels.
3. Any new construction proposed above an existing easement will
require the approval from the owner. of said easement.
B. SOILS REPORT/GRADING/RETAINING WALLS
Prior to grading plan submittal, a geotechnical report prepared by a
Geotechnical Engineer, licensed by the State of California, shall be
submitted by the applicant for approval by the City.
2. Upon approval of the geotechnical report, the applicant shall submit
drainage and grading plans prepared by. a Civil Engineer, licensed
by the State of California, prepared in accordance with the City's
requirements for the City's. review and approval. A list of
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requirements for grading plan check is available from the Public
Works Department. All grading (cut and fill) calculations shall be.
submitted to the City concurrently with the grading plan.
3. Finished slopes shall conform to City Code Section 22.22.080 -
Grading.
4. All easements and flood hazard areas shall be clearly identified on
the grading plan.
5. The grading plan shall show the location of any retaining walls and
the elevations of the top of wall/footing/retaining and the finished
grade on both sides of the retaining wall. Construction details for
retaining walls shall be shown on the grading plan. Calculations and
details of retaining walls shall be submitted to the Building and Safety
Division for review and approval.
6. All equipment staging areas shall be located on the project site.
Staging area, including material stockpile and equipment storage
area, shall be enclosed within a 6 foot -high chain link fence. All
access points in the defense shall be locked whenever the
construction site is not supervised.
7. Grading of the subject property shall be in accordance with the
California Building Code, City Grading Ordinance, Hillside
Management Ordinance and acceptable grading practices.
8. The maximum grade of driveways serving building pad areas shall
be 15 percent. In hillside areas driveway grades exceeding 15
percent shall have parking landings with a minimum 16 feet deep and
shall not exceed five (5) percent grade or as required by the City
Engineer. Driveways with a slope of 15 percent shall incorporate
grooves for traction into the construction as required by the City
Engineer.
9. All slopes shall be seeded per landscape plan and/or fuel
modification plan with native grasses or planted with ground cover,
shrubs, and trees for erosion control upon completion of grading or
some other alternative method of erosion control shall be completed
to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
10. Submit a stockpile plan showing the proposed location for stockpile
for grading export materials, and the route of transport.
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11. Prior to the issuance of building permits, a pre -construction meeting
shall be held at the project site with the grading contractor, applicant,
and city grading inspector at least 48 hours prior to commencing
grading operations.
12. Rough grade certifications by project soils and civil engineers shall
be submitted prior to issuance of building permits for the foundation
of the residential structure. Retaining wall permits may be issued
without a rough grade certificate.
13. Final grade certifications by project civil engineers shall be submitted
to the Public Works Department prior to the issuance of any project
final inspections/certificate of occupancy respectively.
C. DRAINAGE
Detailed drainage system information of the lot with careful attention
to any flood hazard area shall be submitted. All drainage/runoff from
the development shall be conveyed from the site to the natural
drainage course. No on-site drainage shall be conveyed to adjacent
parcels, unless that is the natural drainage course.
2. Prior to the issuance of a grading permit, a complete hydrology and
hydraulic study shall. be prepared by a Civil Engineer registered in
the State of California to the satisfaction of the City Engineer and Los
Angeles Public Works Department.
D. UTILITIES
Underground utilities shall not be constructed within the drip line of
any mature tree except as approved by a registered arborist.
2. Applicant shall relocate and underground any existing on-site utilities
to the satisfaction of the City Engineer and the respective utility
owner.
3. Underground utilities shall not be constructed within the drip line of
any mature tree except as approved by a registered arborist.
E. SEWERS/SEPTIC TANK
Applicant shall obtain connection permit(s) from the City and County
Sanitation District prior to issuance of building permits.
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2. Applicant, at applicant's sole cost and expense, shall construct the
sewer system in accordance" with the City, Los Angeles County
Public Works Division. Sewer plans shall be submitted for review
and approval by the City..
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 providedby 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. Only one single family dwelling is allowed on this property unless
specifically approved otherwise per CBC 202,
Plan Check — Items to be addressed prior to plan approval:
4. 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.
5. 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).
6. Indoor air quality shall be provided consistent with ASHRAE 62.2 as
required per California Energy Code 150(o).
7. Public Works/Engineering Department is required to review and
approve grading plans that clearly show all finish elevations,
drainage, and retaining wall(s) locations. These plans. shall be
consistent with the site plan submitted to the Building and Safety
Division.
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8. "Separate permits are required for pool, spa, BBQ area,
fountains/water features, auto gates, and retaining walls" and shall
be noted on plans.
9. There shall be design for future electrical vehicle charging including
circuitry in the electrical panel and future conduit.
10. All balconies shall be designed for 60lb/ft live load.
11. All easements shall be shown on the site plan.
12. Fire Department approval shall be required. Contact the Fire
Department to check the fire zone for the location of your property. If
this project is located in High Hazard Fire Zone, it shall meet
requirements of the fire zone per CBC Chapter 7A.
a. All unenclosed under -floor areas shall be constructed as exterior
wall.
b. All openings into the attic, floor and/or other enclosed areas shall
be covered with corrosion -resistant wire mesh not less than 1/4
inch or more than 1/2 inch in any dimension except where such
openings are equipped with sash or door.
c. Eaves shall be protected.
d. Exterior construction shall be one-hour or non-combustible.
e. Fuel modification plans shall be approved through LA County Fire
Fuel Modification Unit.
f. LA County Fire shall approve plans for fire flow availability due to
home being over 3600 sf as required per CFC Appendix 13105.1.
13. All retaining walls shall be separately submitted to the Building &
Safety and Public Works/Engineering Departments for review and
approval.
14. A soils report is required per CBC 1803 and all recommendations of
the soils report shall be adhered to.
15. Slope setbacks shall be consistent with California Building Code
Figure 1805.3.1 and California Residential Code R403.1.7.
Foundations shall provide a minimum distance to daylight.
16. Light and ventilation shall comply with CBC 1203 and 1205.
17. Design for future electric vehicle charging and solar ready roof shall
be provided.
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18. Justification for energy compliance for the rear accordion doors shall
be provided and all field conditions to be consistent.
19. Glass railings shall be designed for a factor of safety of 4 and support
by adjacent panels if a single panel fails.
20. A roof drain shall be provided at the low point of the sloped roof.
Permit — Items required prior to building permit issuance:
21. 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.
22. 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.
23. Submit grading plans clearly showing all finish elevations, drainage,
and retaining wall locations. No building permits shall be issued prior
to submitting a pad certification.
24. AQMD notification is required at least 10 days prior to any demolition.
Proof of notification is required at permit issuance.
25. 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:
26. Fire sprinklers are required for new single family dwellings
(CRC R313.2). Sprinklers shall be approved by LA County Fire
Department prior to installation and shall be inspected at framing
stage and finalization of construction.
27. Occupancy of the facilities shall not commence until all California
Building Code and State Fire Marshal regulations have been met.
The. buildings shall be inspected for compliance prior to occupancy.
28. 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
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(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.
29. 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.
30. All equipment staging areas shall be maintained in an orderly manner
and screened behind a minimum 6' high fence.
31. A height and setback survey may be required at completion of
framing and foundations construction phases respectively.
32. 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.
33. 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.
34. 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.
35. 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.
36. All glazing in hazardous locations shall be labeled as safety glass.
The labeling shall be visible for inspection.
37. Pursuant to California Residential Code (CRC) Section R315, carbon
monoxide detectors are required in halls leading to sleeping rooms:
38. 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 -
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built conditions shall match the grading/drainage plan or otherwise
approved as -built grading/drainage plan.
39. Decks, roofs, and other flat surfaces shall slope at least 1/4"/ft with
approved and listed water proofing material. Guardrails shall be
provided for these surfaces at least 42" minimum in height, 4"
maximum spacing between rails, and capable of resisting at least 20
pounds per lineal foot of lateral load.
40. Bodies of water that are greater than 18" in depth shall have the
required barriers to prevent unintentional access per CBC 3904.4.
41. Special inspections and structural observation will be required in
conformance with CBC 1704 to 1709.
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