Loading...
HomeMy WebLinkAbout10/22/2002PLANNINGFILLE COPY COMMISSIOI . October 22, 2002 Regular Meeting 7:00 P.M. - Auditorium South Coast Air Quality Management District 21865 East Copley Drive Diamond Bar, CA Chairman Vice Chairman Commissioner Commissioner Commissioner Joe Ruzicka Steve Tye Steven Nelson Dan Nolan Jack Tanaka Copies of staff reports or other written documentation relating to agenda items are on file in the Planning Division of the Dept. of Community & Development Services, located at 21825 E. Copley Drive, and are available for public inspection. If you have questions regarding an agenda item, please call (909) 396-5676 during regular business hours. In an effort to comply with the requirements of Title 11 of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the City of Diamond Bar requires that any person in need of any type of special equipment, assistance or accommodation(s) in order to communicate at a City public meeting must inform the Dept, of Community & Development Services at (909) 396-5676 a minimum of 72 hours prior to the scheduled meeting. 111111 IOU 11 refrain from smoking, eating or The City of Diamond Bar uses recycled paper drinking in the Auditorium and encourages you to do the same City of Diamond Bar Planning Commission MEETING RULES PUBLIC INPUT The meetings of the Diamond Bar Planning Commission are open to the public. A member of the public may address the Commission on the subject of one or more agenda items and/or other items of which are within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Diamond Bar Planning Commission. A request to address the Commission should be submitted in writing at the public hearing, to the Secretary of the Commission. As a general rule, the opportunity for public comments will take place at the discretion of the Chair. However, in order to facilitate the meeting, persons who are interested parties for an item may be requested to give their presentation at the time the item is called on the calendar. The Chair may limit individual public input to five minutes on any item; or the Chair may limit the total amount of time allocated for public testimony based on the number of people requesting to speak and the business of the Commission. Individuals are requested to conduct themselves in a professional and businesslike manner. Comments and questions are welcome so that all points of view are considered prior to the Commission making recommendations to the staff and City Council. In accordance with State Law (Brown Act), all matters to be acted on by the Commission must be posted at least 72 hours prior to the Commission meeting. In case of emergency or when a subject matter arises subsequent to the posting of the agenda, upon making certain findings, the Commission may act on item that is not on the posted agenda. INFORMATION RELATING TO AGENDAS AND ACTIONS OF THE COMMISSION Agendas for Diamond Bar Planning Commission meetings are prepared by the Planning Division of the Community and Development Services Department. Agendas are available 72 hours prior to the meeting at City Hall and the public library, and may be accessed by personal computer at the number below. Every meeting of the Planning Commission is recorded on cassette tapes and duplicate tapes are available for a nominal charge. ADA REOUIREMENTS A cordless microphone is available for those persons with mobility impairments who cannot access the public speaking area. 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) 396-5676 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 PHONE NUMBERS Copies of Agenda, Rules of the Commission, Cassette Tapes of Meetings (909) 396-5676 Computer Access to Agendas (909) 860 -LINE General Agendas (909) 396-5676 email: info@ci.diamond-bar.ca.us Next Resolution No. 2002-36 CITY OF DIAMOND BAR PLANNING COMMISSION Tuesday, October 22, 2002 AGENDA CALL TO ORDER: 7:00 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: 1. ROLL CALL: COMMISSIONERS: Chairman Joe Ruzicka, Vice -Chairman Steve Tye, Steve Nelson, Dan Nolan, and Jack Tanaka. 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 3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: Chairman. 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 of Study Session: October 8, 2002 4.2. Minutes of Regular Meeting: October 8, 2002. 5. OLD BUSINESS: None. 6. NEW BUSINESS: None. 7. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING(S): 7.1 Development Review No. 2002-27Nariance No 2002-04 (pursuant to Code Section 22.48.020.A.1 and 22.54) is a request to construct a two story, single- family residence with porch, balconies/covered patio, and dual two car garages totaling to approximately 11,983 gross square feet. The request also includes a site retaining wall in areas of varying topography varying in exposed height from October 22, 2002 HF Page 2 PLANNING COMMISSION 42 inches to a maximum of ten (10) feet. The (10) feet section of retaining wall requires Variance approval. (Continued from September 24, 2002) Project Address: 24037 Goldrush Drive (Lot 3, Tract 31977) Diamond Bar, CA 91765 Property Owner: Goldrush Investment Group 1595 S. McPherrin Avenue Monterey Park, CA 91754 Applicant: Andrew King 1595 S. McPherrin Avenue Monterey Park, CA 91754 Environmental Determination: This project has been reviewed for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Based on that assessment, the City has determined that the project is Categorically Exempt under Article 19 Section 15303 Class 3(a) (New Construction or Conversion of Small Structure) of the State CEQA Guidelines. No further environmental assessment is necessary. Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Development Review No. 2002-27/Variance No. 2:002-04, Findings of Fact, and conditions of approval as listed within the draft resolution. Review No. 2002-18 (pursuant to Code Sections 22.42.130.G.4, 22.58, 22.54,and 22.45) is a request to install a wireless telecommunications facility with antennas (mounted on a monocypress) camouflaged as a cypress tree and equipment cabinet. The Variance relates to the height of the monocypress which exceeds the maximum allowable 35 -foot height. The Development Review relates to architectural/design review. (Continued from October 8, 2002) Project Address: 2151 S. Diamond Bar Blvd. Diamond Bar, CA 91765 Property Owner: Roman Catholic Abp 3424 Wilshire Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90010 Applicant: Cingular 2521 Michelle Dr. Tustin, CA 92780 October 22, 2002 Page 3 PLANNING COMMISSION Environmental Determination: Pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), Section 15070, the City has determined that a Negative Declaration is required for this project. Negative Declaration No. 2002-04 has been prepared. The Negative Declaration's review period begins September 17, 2002 and ends October 6, 2002. Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Conditional Use Permit 2002-07/Variance No. No. 2002-18, Findings of Fact, and conditions draft resolution. 8. PUBLIC HEARI'NG(S): Planning Commission approve 2002-02/Development Review of approval as listed within the 8.1 Development Review No. 2002-24 (pursuant to Code Section 22.48.020(A)(1)) is a request to remodel and add approximately 1,487 square feet to an existing two-story, single-family residence of 2,512 square feet including porch and two car garage. Project Address: 21925 Tolani Court' Diamond Bar, CA 91765 Property Owner David and Susan Victoria Applicant: 21925 Tolani Court Diamond Bar, CA 91765 Environmental Determination: Pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), Section 15301(e)(2)(A), the City has determined that this project is Categorically Exempt. Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Development Review No. 2002-24, Findings of Fact, and conditions of approval as listed within the draft resolution. 8.2 Development Review No. 2002-23ITree Permit No. 2002-9 (pursuant to Code Sections 22.48.020.A.and 22.38) is a request to construct a two-story office building of approximately 35,000 square feet on a vacant lot. A Tree Permit is required for the removal/replacement of approximately eight California Peppers trees and one Walnut tree. Project Address: 20625 Lycoming Street Diamond Bar, CA 91765 October 22, 2002 Page 4 PLANNING COMMISSION Property Owner: Dante Senese Southcoast Cabinet 755 Pinefalls Avenue Diamond Bar, CA 91789 Applicant: Design Arc 27231 Burbank, Suite 201 Foothill Ranch, CA 92610 Environmental Determination: Pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), Section 15070, the City has determined that a Negative Declaration is required for this project. Negative Declaration No. 2002-05 has been prepared. The Negative Declaration's review period begins October 1, 2002 and ends October 20, 2002. Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Development Review No. 2002-23/Tree Permit No. 2002-9, Findings of Fact, and conditions of approval as listed within the draft resolution. 8.3 Development Review No. 2002-03 (pursuant to Code Sections 22.48.020.A.) is a request to construct a two-story office building of approximately 25,000 square feet on a vacant lot within Gateway Corporate Center. Project Address: 21671 E. Gateway Center Drive Diamond Bar, CA 91765 Property Owner: Acbar Omar 222 N. Sunset Avenue West Covina, CA 91790 Applicant: Southwest Design 7201 Haven Avenue, Suite E-309, Alta Loma, CA 91701 Environmental Determination: Pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), Section 15070, the City has determined that a Negative Declaration is required for this project. Negative Declaration No. 2002-06 has been prepared. The Negative Declaration's review period begins October 1, 2002, and ends October 20, 2002. October 22, 2002 Page 5 PLANNING COMMISSION I] Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission continue the public hearing for this project to a future date in order to give the applicant time to submit the traffic impact analysis report and geotechnical report for the City's review and approval. proposed project is a request for approval of a General Plan Amendment, Zone Change, Specific Plan, Development Review, Conditional Use Permit, Tentative Parcel..Map and Mitigated Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact. This would allow for the construction of a retail/commercial shopping center consisting of a three-story hotel, two freestanding restaurants, and two office/retail building pads totaling approximately 70,370 square feet of gross building area. The proposed development will be located on an approximate 6.50 gross acre site. Project Address: 850 Brea Canyon Road Diamond Bar, CA 91765 Property Owner: Louis Marcellin 20326 Fuerte Drive Walnut, CA 91789 Applicant: Phil Williams (Extended Stay America) 2525 Cherry Avenue,#310 Signal Hill, CA 90806 Environmental Determination: This project has been reviewed 'for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Based on that assessment, a Mitigated Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact was prepared and is available for review at City of Diamond Bar Community and Development Services Department/Planning Division during regular business hours. Comments will be received until October 22, 2002. Any person wishing to comment on this matter must submit such comments, in writing, to the City prior to this date. Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission open the public hearing, receive testimony, close the public hearing and direct staff to prepare a resolution of approval, with conditions, as appropriate for consideration at the next regularly scheduled meeting. October 22, 2002 A F1 10. Page 6 PLANNING COMMISSION PLANNING COMMISSION COMMENTS: INFORMATIONAL ITEMS: 9.1 Public Hearing dates for future projects. SCHEDULE OF FUTURE EVENTS: PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING: HALL OF HORRORS HAUNTED HOUSE: FALL FUN FESTIVAL: ELECTION DAY: CITY COUNCIL MEETING ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW: PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING: TRAFFIC AND TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION MEETING 11. ADJOURNMENT: Thursday, October 24, 2002 — 7:00 p.m. AQMD/Govt. Center Hearing Board Room 21865 E. Copley Drive October 30 and 31, 2002, 6:00 p.m. Heritage Park, 2900 S. Brea Canyon Rd. Thursday, October 31, 2002 - 4:30 - 8:30 p.m. Heritage park, 2900 S. Brea Canyon Rd. Tuesday, November 5, 2002 - Polls open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 5, 2002 — 6:30 p.m. AQMD/Govt. Center Auditorium 21865 E. Copley Drive Tuesday, November 12, 2002 — 6:00 p.m. AQMD/Govt. Center Auditorium 21865 E. Copley Drive Tuesday, November 12, 2002 — 7:00 p.m. AQMD/Govt. Center Auditorium 21865 E. Copley Drive Thursday, November 14, 2002 — 7:00 p.m. AQMD/Govt. Center Hearing Board Room 21865 E. Copley Drive MINUTES OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR STUDY SESSION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OCTOER 8, 2002 CALL TO ORDER: •,a-• 4411111 -MMI -Alm— �• • • •- . •� • u • :••n[010MM6351 California,outh (;cast Air Uuality Management Center-, 21 t1bb taSt Copley L)rive, Uia-m—on-d 1. ROLL CALL: Present: Chairman Joe Ruzicka, Vice Chairman Steve Tye, and Commissioners Steve Nelson, Dan Nolan and Jack Tanaka. Also Present: James DeStefano, Deputy City Manager; Ann Lungu, Associate Planner; Linda Smith, Development Services Assistant, Stella Marquez, Administrative Assistant, David Meyer and Milan Garrison, LDM Associates. 2. DISCUSSION - ENTITLEMENT PROCESS POLICIES AND PROCEDURES - Presentation by David Meyer and Milan Garrison Mr. Meyer explained how specific plans are generally considered for much larger projects that the project currently under consideration. C/Tanaka asked if the Grand Avenue/Diamond Bar Boulevard intersection area was built as it was because of different property owners. Mr. Meyer explained that Los Angeles County did not use a specific plan for that development. The County allowed the area to be cut up into smaller lots and sold off. When the development was fist proposed it may have been owned by a single property owner. However, the County cut it up into small lots and there was no requirement for the owners to work together for the common good of the area. As a result, parking is inadequate and some of the delivery areas and alleys are dead ends so that there is no possible way to make one circle around the area. Some of the centers in the City are extremely difficult and dangerous to access. These are examples of projects being economically driven. In addition, the City was unable to adopt certain development standards until the General Plan was finally adopted in 1995, five and one-half years after the initial attempt to get it adopted. OCTOBER 8, 2002 PAGE 2 PLANNING COMMISSION C/Nolan reiterated that the General Plan is generally considered a long- term plan, five or ten years out. Ina community such as Diamond Bar that is 90 percent developed, is it common practice to change the General Plan for specific initiatives. a City recognizes there is a better way to do business, it can change its General Plan. The project currently under discussion is zoned for industrial use and one of the Commission's considerations is to determine whether industrial is an appropriate use for the site given what is taking place in the immediate area. If the City believes there are better opportunities for the site, then General Plan modifications may be considered. DCM/DeStefano explained that this particular property was not an issue during any of the General Plan discussions. Other parts of the City were at issue. This particular parcel has been slated for development for the past 12 or so years. There was a project approved back in 1991 that did not proceed when the economy nose-dived. The General Plan that was adopted in July 1995 was a snapshot of where the City felt it wanted to be in 10-15-20 years. It is common for a General Plan to change over time and when a City determines it is out of alignment with its document, it is appropriate for modification to take place. DCM/DeStefano explained to Chair/Ruzicka that there is no prescribed time for this to take place. Each year staff is required to submit a basic report to the State Office of Planning and Research, and Housing and Community Development. Mr. Meyer is talking about a basic review of the document to determine whether it states what the City still intends to do. Discussion should likely be agendized on an annual basis. Mr. Meyer explained that the purpose of this discussion is to understand the tools available to the Planning Commission. Staff did not want to introduce this matter as a public hearing item and become involved in an educational process. He said that his firm remains ready to assist the Planning Commission. C/Tanaka asked if the current use of this property went through the Conditional Use Permit process to which Mr. Meyer responded that he did not know because this use was inherited from the County. DCM/DeStefano informed the Commissioners that staff would present a specific project to the Planning Commission for consideration on October 27. In the meantime, if any Commissioners have questions about OCTOBER 8, 2002 PAGE 3 PLANNING COMMISSION their decision-making responsibilities, for their edification. For educational take a look at the current General PI Land Use Element. staff will provide additional backup purposes, Commissioners ought to in paying particular attention to the mr�cvll6Yn" a plot• d:7ft N1aG=H�1.1 �•I6YN 6YYlQ•�•I(-1.11• • vta r�aaa outline of the proposed project. DCM/DeStefano explained that when projects are presented Commissioners are concerned about what types of uses are compatible. The specific plan gives the Commissioners the opportunity to separate out those uses that they may not believe to be appropriate. It is a tool that provides the list of uses that would be permitted within this property and allows the Commissioners to list the uses they would want to include within this piece of unique property. He believed that in the future, there would be an opportunity for more specific plans. Other areas of the City may be identified for this kind of detailed planning. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business to come before the Planning Commission, Chair/Ruzicka adjourned the Study Session at 7:00 p.m. to the Regular Planning Commission Meeting. James DeStefano . Deputy City Manager Attest: Chairman Joe Ruzicka .�, MINUTES OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OCTOBER 8, 2002 CALL TO ORDER: Chairman Ruzicka called the meeting to order at 7:10 p.m. in the South Coast Air Quality Management/Government Center Auditorium, 21865 East Copley Drive, Diamond Bar, California 91765. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Commissioner Nolan led the pledge of allegiance. E ;III11i[/IANJI Present: Chairman Joe Ruzicka, Vice Chairman Steve Tye, and Commissioners Steve Nelson, Dan Nolan and Jack Tanaka. Also Present: James DeStefano, Deputy City Manager, Ann Longo, Associate Planner, Linda Smith, Development Services Assistant, and Stella Marquez, Administrative Assistant. 2. MATTERS FROM THE AUDIENCE/PUBLIC COMMENTS: None Offered. 3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: Chair/Ruzicka requested that Item 7.1 and 7.3 be considered ahead of Item 6.1. 4. CONSENT CALENDAR: 4.1 Minutes of Regular Meetings of September 24, 2002. C/Nolan moved, C/Tanaka seconded, to approve the minutes of September 24, 2002, as presented. Without objection, the motion was so ordered. 5. OLD BUSINESS: None. 7. PUBLIC HEARING (S): 7.1 Development Review No, 2002-16(1), Minor Conditional Use Permit No. 2000-15(1) and Minor Variance No. 2000-17(1) (pursuant to Code Sections 22.66.050.C.) is a request for a one-year extension of time for a project approved by the Planning Commission on October 24, 2000. The Planning Commission approval allows the construction of a two-story, single-family residence, OCTOBER 8, 2002 PAGE 2 PLANNING COMMISSION of approximately 12,340 square foot two-story single-family residence with two garages for five -cars, pool/spa, gazebo, and tennis court. A Minor conditional Use Permit is required to process the circular driveway. The Minor Variance is a request to decrease the rear yard setback by 20 percent. The extension of time, if approved, will allow the continuation of this entitlement until October 24, 2003. PROJECT ADDRESS: 2521 Braided Mane (Lot 91 of Tract No. 23483) Diamond Bar, CA 91765 PROPERTY OWNER: Ton -Dei Chiu 2822 Bentley Way Diamond Bar, CA 91765 APPLICANT: Tein Wang 801 S. Garfield Avenue Alhambra, CA 91801 DSA/Smith presented staff's report. Staff recommends Planning Commission approval of Development Review No. 2002-16(1), Minor Conditional Use Permit No. 2000-15(1) and Minor Variance No. 2000-17(1), the Findings of Fact, and conditions of approval as listed within the resolution. Chair/Ruzicka opened the public hearing. There was no one present who wished to speak on this item. Chair/Ruzicka closed the public hearing. VC/Tye moved, C/Nolan seconded, to approve Development Review No. 2002-16(1), Minor Conditional Use Permit No. 2000-15(1) and Minor Variance No. 2000-17(1), Findings of Fact, and conditions of approval as listed within the resolution.. Motion carred by the following Roll Call vote: AYES: COMMISSIONERS: Nelson, Nolan, Tanaka, VC/Tye, Chair/Ruzicka NOES: COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: None OCTOBER S, 2002 PAGE 3 PLANNING COMMISSION 7.3 Conditional Use Permit No. 2002-10 (pursuant to Code Sections 22.58.22.42.035 and 22.10.030. Table 2-5.) is a request to allow a computer services/gaming center in an existing shopping center. A computer services/gaming center is defined as a business establishment that provides the space, equipment and technology to make fast, multi -player PC games and high speed computers available to patrons for a fee. PROJECT ADDRESS: PROPERTY OWNER: APPLICANT: 962 N. Diamond Bar Boulevard (The Oak Tree Plaza) Diamond Bar, CA 91765 Beal Bank 600 Legacy Drive #4E Plano, Texas 75024 Paul Esteves 23025 Paseo De Terrado Diamond Bar, CA 91765 AssocP/Lungu presented staff's report. Staff recommends Planning Commission approval of Conditional use Permit No. 2002-10, the Findings of Fact, and conditions of approval as listed within the resolution. Paul Esteves, applicant, said he read staff's report and conditions of approval contained within the resolution. Chair/Ruzicka opened the public hearing. Greg Kiser, 606 Boxcove Place, said his 16 year-old son lost his 10`s year of school due to gaming. The issue was curfew. He was extremely concerned that youths would remain at Garners X past the stated curfew. He asked how the City would prevent minors from violating curfew at Gamers X. He was also concerned about safety and quoted from a June 16, 2002, Los Angeles Times article regarding security measures at Cyber Cafes. DCM/DeStefano explained that the Ordinance dealing with this type of use was carefully crafted to include pro -active measures including curfew. Monitoring of this ordinance is the responsibility of 1) the property owner and 2) the City of Diamond Bar's Neighborhood Improvement staff. He pointed out that no problems with this establishment have been brought to the City's attention during its term of operation. OCTOBER 8, 2002 PAGE 4 PLANNING COMMISSION 6. Chair/Ruzicka closed the public hearing. VC/Tye was still concerned about enforcement of the curfew. Mr. Esteves responded that his establishment has been in business for about a year. He knows most of his customers, their schools and ages. He and his staff are very aware of the possibility of young people getting into trouble if they stay out past a certain hour. As a result, he and his staff ask the students to leave or call their parents to pick them up. Some times parents are late picking up their children. If this occurs, the individual is asked to get off of the computer and wait in the lounge area. C/Nolan asked the applicant if notices regarding the 10:00 p.m. curfew are posted at his business to which he responded that such notices are posted in the front entrance. In addition, Sheriff's Deputies periodically monitor the establishment. Monitoring occurred quite frequently during the first year of operation. Monitoring has slowed down because of the self-monitoring. C/Nelson asked for clarification of Item (g) (3) on Page 5. C/Tanaka moved, C/Nelson seconded, to approve Conditional Use Permit No. 2002-10, the Findings of Fact, and conditions of approval as listed within the resolution. Motion carried by the following Roll Call vote: AYES: COMMISSIONERS: NOES: COMMISSIONERS: ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: Tanaka, Nelson, Nolan, VC/Tye, Chair/Ruzicka None None C/Nelson urged the applicant to use common sense monitoring of patrons to avoid implementation of additional restrictions by the Planning Commission. NEW BUSINESS: 6.1 Discussion of the City's Telecommunications Ordinance. Staff recommends that the Planning Commission direct staff as appropriate. Chair/Ruzicka reminded the Commissioners that the first installation on Damn Drive turned into a very controversial decision. He felt that cell sites should be installed in such a manner as to be as non -disturbing as possible to the surrounding property owners. Since that time, at least three additional cell sites have been incorporated at OCTOBER 8, 2002 PAGE 5 PLANNING COMMISSION the same location with the latest consideration indicating full cooperation and consideration from the property owner. In another instance, another property owner, a church, introduced a second cell site to the Commission. He was extremely disappointed with the telecommunications company and property owner's uncaring attitude about the effect of the site on its surrounding neighbors. He is not so concerned about the company because the City can govern the telecommunication's company. However, it is the attitude of the property owners that give him caution that the Planning Commission should give them up -front notice that it will not tolerate them giving carte blanche to telecommunications companies to put up any kind of facility they wish to install. At some point in the ordinance there should be a complete and required reading of the permit process and related materials by the company and the property owner to insure compliance. VC/Tye felt that the Commission should determine boundaries. In that regard, he did not find the current ordinance to include limitation of sites. Should there be a different set of criteria for residential and commercial sites? When the antennas were installed on Golden Springs Drive at Torito Lane there were no private residences in the area. The site is hideous and now residents have to live with the blight. Is that area residential or commercial at this point? He appreciates the opportunity to revisit this evolving process. He agreed wholeheartedly that businesses do whatever they need to do at the least cost and the neighborhoods "be damned". It becomes the city's responsibility to take care of the neighborhood. C/Nolan said he believed that at some point the current technology would become outdated and would it make sense to include clauses that speak to the eventual removal of the antennas by the property owner or company. C/Nelson felt that applicants should come before the Commission with appropriate cross-sections and visual simulations. He believed that part of the answer to the question "when is enough, enough?" has to do with the aesthetics. He was also interested in timely remmediation at no cost to the City. He agreed with C/Nolan's comment regarding dismantling. DCM/DeStefano responded yes to C/Tanaka's question about whether the section addressing abandonment and removal addressed antennas that were no longer worker, inoperable or useless. Chair/Ruzicka placed great emphasis on the "Attitude" of property owners about these types of installations. So long as attitudes are tuned to paying attention to the effect these installations would have on their neighbors would satisfy his concern. And, should there be reference to X number of sites per acre or per half acre, etc. OCTOBER 8, 2002 7. PAGE 6 PLANNING COMMISSION C/Nolan felt that if a number were not specified in the ordinance, there would be no limit to the number of applicants per site submitted to the City resulting in a proliferation of antennas on any one location. VC/Tye wondered if the Commission could legislate attitude. If a specific number were set down in the ordinance, property owners and companies would understand the City's expectations. C/Nolan concurred with C/Tanaka's comments regarding the abandonment paragraph he felt the Commission should review the wording and concur with the definition. DCM/DeStefano assured Chair/Ruzicka that his remarks tendered at the September 24 meeting were included in the minutes. Staff will explore the issue of "when is enough, enough?" because the consideration is pertinent to commercial and industrial locations as well as residential locations. Staff will explore the clause addressing what must occur when a device becomes inoperable, antiquated or unused. Staff will explore application requirements and consider strengthening areas addressing visual aesthetics of a device by using graphics to depict what the device might look like in its proposed setting. Staff will also consider imposing bond requirements to ensure timely implementation of conditions. VC/Tye pointed out that the task force minutes indicate the members wanted to be careful that an onerous process was not placed on telecommunication companies by requiring bonds. PUBLIC HEARING(S): 7.2 Conditional Use Permit No. 2002-07, Variance No. 2002-02 and Development Review No. 2002-18 (pursuant to Code Sections 22.42.130.G.4, 22.58, 22.54, and 22.45) is a request to install a wireless telecommunications facility with Antennas (mounted on a mono -cypress) camouflaged as a cypress tree and equipment cabinet. The Variance relates to the height of the mono -cypress that exceeds the maximum allowable 35 -foot height. The Development Review relates to architectural/design review. PROJECT ADDRESS: 2151 S. Diamond Bar Boulevard Diamond Bar, CA 91765 OCTOBER 8, 2002 PAGE 7 PLANNING COMMISSION PROPERTY OWNER: Roman Catholic Abp 3424 Wilshire Boulevard Los Angeles, CA 90010 APPLICANT: Cingular 2521 Michelle Drive Tustin, CA 92780 AssocP/Lungu presented staff's report. Staff recommends Planning Commission approval of Conditional Use Permit 2002-07, Variance No. 202-02 and Development review No. 2002-18, the Findings of Fact, and conditions of approval as listed within the resolution. C/Nelson asked how tall the current Cypress trees stand at this location. AssocP/Lungu responded that some of the Cypress trees are not as tall as the proposed mono -cypress. Some pine trees appear to be close to the same height and the Cypress trees will eventually mature to this height. She said she has not inspected the material of the mono -cypress. C/Nelson was concerned that the mono -cypress would be a bad imitation of a Christmas tree. This is a good example of an applicant appearing before the Commission expecting it to rule on camouflage material it has not inspected. Chair/Ruzicka asked that the record reflect this Commissioner's deep concern about that Roman Catholic Archdiocese short sightedness restricting access to the bell tower. This bell tower could be amply modified to house the antenna to insure that this site would be totally invisible and at the same time provide the telecommunications company with what they need. John Halminsky, Cingular, stated he read staff's report and concurs with the conditions of approval. Regarding the Commission's valid concerns, he explained that in addition to lack of access to the bell tower, the architect and structural engineer conceded that the best available option for location of the equipment was found to be outside the church. VC/Tye asked why the antenna could not be located on the courtyard area. Mr. Halminsky explained that the courtyard is a public gathering area. Equipment containment would require approximately 10x15 feet of area that would greatly reduce the area to which the church was opposed. r-: OCTOBER 8, 2002 PAGE 8 PLANNING COMMISSION Chair/Ruzicka said he now has a different picture of the process leading to this proposal after the applicant's explanation. Mr. Halminsky apologized for not providing the Commission with a sample of the product. He visited the manufacturing site in Escondido that houses several such products that appear realistic. The product is UV protected and will not lose its color. He suggested the Commission impose a condition to provide that the applicant submit material samples for review and approval. Chair/Ruzicka opened the public hearing. Dennis Anderson, 1950 Silverhawk, said that if the applicant knew that 24-hour access was unavailable, why did they go to such lengths to consider the location. Mr. Halminsky stated that during the long negotiation process the church realized it would not be feasible to house the equipment in the bell tower when they decided not to allow 24-hour access. C/Nelson and C/Nolan felt that the best location might be outside the church. They both wanted to see a sample of the material. DCM/DeStefano indicated to C/Nolan that proliferation of antennas at this site is possible, depending on various factors. It is likely that one or two additional applications would be forthcoming for this location. VC/Tye reiterated that therein lies his concern. The church needs to consider placing these antennas in the bell tower for the good of the neighborhood. C/Nelson moved, C/Nolan seconded, to continue the public hearing for Conditional Use Permit No. 2002-07, Variance No. 2002-02 and Development Review No. 2002-18 to October 22, 2002. The applicant is requested to provide the following: 1) A substantial amount of the mono -cypress material including a leaf and portion of the branch leading from the trunk as well as, a sample of live Cypress tree for comparison purposes; 2) a conceptual plan for increasing the equipment cabinet wall to six feet in height including landscape materials and 3) a drawing of the possible location in the courtyard for the equipment cabinet. Motion carried by the following Roll Call vote: OCTOBER 8, 2002 PAGE 9 PLANNING COMMISSION AYES: COMMISSIONERS: Tanaka, Nelson, Nolan, VC/Tye, Chair/Ruzicka NOES: COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: None 8. PLANNING COMMISSION COMMENTS: VC/Tye thanked staff for addressing issues raised by him at a prior meeting. The bins and graffiti have been removed. He asked if the Big Lots location has a certain number of days to respond or are they cited on a daily basis. DCM/DeStefano responded that Big Lots, through the citation effort, was given 30 days to resolve the problem and pay for the citation. If they do not comply within the 30 days they would be subject to a second citation. 9. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS: DCM/DeStefano reported that Big Lots has removed two of the four big bins. Staff continues to work with Big Lots toward the removal of the two bins currently located between the store and the Edison substation. Graffiti was removed as indicated. The Planning Commission also asked staff to look into the matter of construction debris. Staff has observed that the area looks better than it did two weeks ago but needs further consideration. Such is the message that will be conveyed to the developer. Staff believes the problem of access with "The Country Estates" has been resolved and reportedly, all that the Commissioners need to provide is a piece of identification. Each Commissioner is on a list and should be provided access to review sites for consideration. VC/Tye advised him about the gate closure on Diamond Bar Boulevard at Shadow Canyon and a future closure on Grand Avenue at Shotgun, both ingress/egress to "The Country Estates." DCM/DeStefano reported that once the City became aware of the closures for improvement purposes, a coordination effort took place between "The Country Estates" staff and City staff and essential services. With respect to the dead tree at the 24401 Darrin Drive cell site, the City's Arborist visited the site and reported that indeed, the Black Walnut tree is dead and has been so for about two years. He believes that its demise is attributable to the application of herbicide in the immediate area. At a recent meeting, the City Council approved the Parcel Map No. 22987 for Gentle Springs Drive properties (Best Western, etc.) Earlier this evening he approved three additional homes in "The Country Estates" proposed by JCC. 10. SCHEDULE OF FUTURE EVENTS: As presented in the agenda. OCTOBER 8, 2002 PAGE 10 PLANNING COMMISSION ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business to come before the Planning Commission, Chairman Ruzicka adjourned the meeting at 9:25 p.m. to October 22, 2002. Respectfully Submitted, James DeStefano Deputy City Manager Attest: Chairman Joe Ruzicka City of Diamond Bar PLANNING COMMISSION Staff Report AGENDA ITEM NUMBER: 7.1 REPORT DATE: October 16, 2002 MEETING DATE: October 22, 2002 CASE/FILE NUMBER: Development Review No. 2002-27/Variance No. 2002-04 APPLICATION REQUEST: A request to construct a two-story single-family residence with porch, balconies/covered patio, and dual two -car garages totaling to approximately 11,983 gross square feet and a site retaining wall in areas of varying topography that varies in exposed height from 42 inches to a maximum of ten (10) feet PROPERTY LOCATION: 24037 Goldrush Drive (Lot 3, Tract No. 31977) PROPERTY OWNERS: Goldrush Investment Group, 1595 S. McPherrin Avenue, Monterey Park, CA 91754 APPLICANT: Andrew King, 1595 S. McPherrin Avenue, Monterey Park, CA 91754 BACKGROUND: This Application was brought to the Planning Commission on September 24, 2002. Staff recommended continuance to a future public hearing date to allow the Applicant to submit a revised site plan, revised landscape plan, and to explore the possibility of moving the main structure eastward for a larger western setback at the top of slope and re -advertise should the retaining wall height require a Variance. The Planning Commission approved a continuance to the October 22, 2002 public hearing. This new plan from the property owner, Goldrush Investment Group, and Applicant, Andrew King, is a request to construct a two-story single-family residence with porch, balconies/covered patio, and dual two -car garages totaling to approximately 11,983 gross square feet. The request also includes a site retaining wall in areas of varying topography that varies in exposed height from 42 inches to a maximum of ten (10) feet. Tract No. 31977 is a twenty-two lot subdivision on 16 acres, originally submitted to and approved by Los Angeles County. After a series of City Council public hearings (November 21, 1989 through February 6, 1990), the Tract was conditionally approved. However, an extension of time, requested by the Applicant, was approved by the City Council on June 2, 1992. Diamond Bar's current development standards apply to projects in Tract No. 31977 because specific development standards were not set forth like later City approved tracts. Lot 3's is approximately 3,9,596 square feet or .91 gross acres. The project site is an irregularly shaped lot that has a flat graded buildable pad. The project site contains no Restricted Use Areas, easements, or protected/preserved trees. The project site is zoned Residential Planned Development — Minimum Lot Size 20,000 Square Feet — 2 Units (RPD -20,000-2U). The applicable development standards for this zoning district are for Low Density Residential. The General Plan Land Use designation is Low -Density Residential (RL — maximum 3 dwelling units per acre). The RPD -20,000-2U Zone surrounds the subject site. REVIEW AUTHORITY/APPLICATIONS Per the City's Development Code, Section 22.48.020.A(1), Development Review by the Planning Commission is required for projects involving a building permit for new construction on a vacant parcel that has a minimum 10,000 square feet of combined gross floor area. The proposed 11,983 square feet single-family residence on a vacant lot requires Development Review. The purpose of this review process is to establish consistency with the General Plan through the promotion of high aesthetic and functional standards to complement and add to the economic, physical, and social character of the City. The process will also ensure that new development and intensification of existing development yields a pleasant living, working, or shopping environment and attracts the interest of residents, workers, shoppers and visitors as the result of consistent exemplary design. The review process uses the City's Design Guidelines and the City's Development Code to promote development that respects the physical and environmental characteristics of the community and the site. The Variance application, pursuant to Development Code Section 22.54.020, is a request for the site retaining wall's section of exposed height of ten (10).feet. The purpose of a Variance is to allow for adjustment of the Development Code standards. The adjustment may be granted when special circumstances are applicable to the property (i.e. location, shape, size, surroundings, topography, unreasonable regulations, other conditions, or the strict application of the Development Code) denies the property owner privileges enjoyed by other property owners in the vicinity and under identical zoning districts. The special circumstance must create an unnecessary and non -self created hardship that makes it obviously impractical to require compliance with the development standards. A Variance may be granted for relief from dimensional standards such as setbacks and lot coverage 2 or other standards. The Planning Commission is the review authority for a Variance application. Pursuant to Development Code Section 22.48.030, permits are acted upon concurrently and the highest authority makes the final determination. In these cases, the Planning Commission is the highest authority. ANALYSIS: DEVELOPMENT REVIEW • General Plan and Design Guidelines The General Plan has two strategies relating to compatibility within the Land Use Element: 1. Strategy 1.2.4, Maintain residential areas which provide ownership for single family housing and require that new development be compatible with the prevailing character of the surrounding neighborhood; and 2. Strategy 2.2.1, Requires that new developments be compatible with surrounding land uses. The City's Design Guidelines state that compatibility with adjacent uses is a primary objective. Projects should be designed to minimize negative impacts on surrounding uses. Compatibility equates to the Development Code standards including setbacks, height, on- site parking, site coverage, site planning, lot and pad size, architectural design, landscaping, mass, bulk, and the impact to other properties, etc. Just because a structure is larger does not mean it is incompatible with the surrounding single-family residences. Cases brought before the Planning Commission are analyzed on a case by case basis and the evaluation takes all the above into consideration. This product will most probably be the largest single-family residence outside of the Country Estates. However, in the following discussion staff endeavors to show how this project conforms to the General Plan, Design Guidelines, and the Development Code when considering all the elements described above even with 11,983 gross square feet and a livable of 9,000 (the difference is the garages, the balcony/patio cover and the porch). Development Standards The following compares the City development standards and the revised project's proposed development standards: 3 City Development Standards Project's Proposed Development Standards 1. Setbacks main structure: 1. Setbacks main structure: • Front yard -20 feet from property line and . Front yard- 80 feet minimum from front varying property line • Side yards -5 feet & 10 feet minimum • Side yards- 10 feet and 29 feet from from property line, 15 feet between property line and meets the 15 feet dwelling units between dwelling units; 10 feet and 8 feet to buildable pad on sides • Rear yard -20 feet from property line • Rear yard— approximately 75 feet; 48. feet to edge of pad 2. Building Height: 2. Building Height: Maximum 35 feet . Two stories -approximately 32.5 feet 3. Parking: 3. Parking: • Minimum two -car garage. Garage Dual two -car garages, both scale at dimension 10 feet x20 feet 21.25 feet W x 20.5 feet L 4. Site Coverage -Overall 40% 1 4. Site Coverage- 18.9%(excluding drive The above comparison indicates that the proposed structure meets the City's Development Code standards. See the VARIANCE section below for the retaining wall. • Site Planning A guiding principal for good site planning is that the siting and design of structures and landscaping should ensure that all blend into the terrain and do not dominate the landform as seen from lower elevations. The lot, pad, and proposed structure for this application are at a higher elevation than its neighbors except for Lot 4 to the east which is approximately 20 feet higher than the subject site. The single -story garages are setback 80 feet from the street. The bulk of the two-story structure is approximately 120 feet from the street. There are approximately 73 feet to the pad's edge and 108 feet to the property line in the rear. There is 110 feet change in elevation from the project's pad and Cromarty Drive per Tract No. 31977 grading plan. This product does not oppose the above guiding principal for good site planning and the structures surrounding the site. However, staff suggested that the main structure shift to the east allowing a 10 feet setback at the west top of slope and to include additional landscaping. Both are included in this revision. • Lot and Pad Size The lot is .91 acre and pad is approximately .72 acre. This is one of the larger buildable sites in this tract. Many projects in the tract have retaining walls to extend the pad. U • Landscaping A revised landscape plan was submitted for review and approval delineating the type of planting materials, color, size, quantity and location. This plan delineates more trees at the east and west sides of the property. The slopes and pad need this addition and this larger site easily accommodates the foliage to assist in minimizing any impacts to downhill sites. A liquid amber tree in the front yard softens the retaining wall at the east side of the structure. As with past approvals it is required that the landscaping/irrigation be installed prior to the Planning Division's final inspection. Any walls, gates, fountains, etc. proposed within the front setback shall not encroach into the streets' dedicated easement; nor, shall any such structure or plant material proposed within the front setback exceed a maximum height of 42 inches. • Size, Mass, and Bulk of the Structure The single-family. residences along Goldrush Drive, Highcrest Drive and Radbury Place are generally two-story structures for comparison. Single -story homes and one to two-story homes are in the Armitos Drive area. Many surrounding homes outside of Tract No. 31977 range in size from 1,401 to 4,938 livable square feet (excludes garage, decks, patios, porches, etc.)1 Most structures are built on narrow pads created in the terrain because the lots have Restricted Use Areas, easements, and many have natural non -graded slopes for their side and rear yards. Larger structures would not fit on many of the lots in the vicinity. Many of the homes along Goldrush Drive are close to the street and the mass of the structure is evident because of this closeness. In contrast, the homes constructed in Tract 31977 range from 4,359 to 7,424 livable square feet. Most have very long front setbacks that push the bulk away from the streetscape. The mass and bulk of this Application is at the rear of the parcel, carved into the terrain. Because of the terraced pads and landscaping many of these larger homes do not dwarf the surrounding homes. For instance, the gross structure for the adjoining Lot 4, Tract 31977, is 8,624 square feet nestled on a smaller lot and pad of .67 acre. This completed structure has no impact to the properties behind it on Cromarty Drive. From Cromarty Drive one sees only the palm trees and the infinity edge of the pool. The two-story at the rear is not visible. Similar to the proposed Application, Lot 4's structure is setback from the street and likewise has a one-story garage to break the mass at the streetscape. • Architectural Features, Colors, and Floor Plans The proposed project's architectural design and palette are compatible with the architectural style of other homes within the tract and consistent with the City's General Plan, Development Code, and Design Guidelines. The project's architectural features include: the streetscape elevation of two single -story wings that includes the perpendicular dual garages with half columns; the focal 1 Information for square footage comes from the City's Assessor information. This square footage is a livable calculation and does not include, decks, patios, garages, balconies, or accessory structures. The Development Code requires that gross square footage be calculated for applications and site coverage criteria, which includes the above. 5 arches and columns supporting the porch and two-story entry/lobby with large windows; and layering of materials and finishes via the main structure's light sand stucco and the Winter White and beige stucco trimmed crown molding, quatrefoils, and window treatments; and also the multi- levels of roof lines of "Cafe Rustic Light" MCA concrete S -tile to add texture and contrast. The color board is attached. The proposed single-family structure consists of one and two -stories. The first -story includes the two-story open entry/lobby; living room; library; theater; dining room; kitchen with pantry; nook and family room with fireplace; powder bath; cellar; laundry; master bedroom with walk -in -closet and bath; bedroom with adjoining bath and walk -in -closet; and dual two -car garages. The second -story includes a second master suite with sitting room, walk -in -closet and bath; three additional bedrooms with adjoining baths, two with walk -in -closets, and one without a closet; and the retreat area opening onto the balcony that is the full width of the rear of the structure. There are six designated bedrooms. There is covered parking for four cars plus the motor court and long driveway. Staff anticipates adequate parking for the project. • Covenant and Agreement As with many approvals it is a condition of approval that the owner is required to complete and record a "Covenant and Agreement to Maintain a Single Family Residence" on a form to be provided by the City. The covenant must be completed and recorded with the Los Angeles County Recorder's Office prior to the issuance of a building permit. VIEW IMPACT The terrain in the vicinity of Goldrush Drive is hilly. The parcels on Goldrush Drive generally follow the ridgeline. This tract and the older tracts surrounding the site have terraced pads created in the terrain. The subject site is higher than street level, higher than the westerly neighbor is, and lower than the easterly neighbor is. By maintaining the allowed height of 35 feet, the proposed residential structure allows view corridors to its neighbors. Therefore, staff does not consider this proposed residence detrimental to its neighbor's views. SITE WORK The grading, drainage, and retaining walls necessary for the improvements will be reviewed, approved, and permitted by the Public Works Division. The Public Works Division has reviewed the proposed project and their comments are contained in the conditions of approval. • Soil Report A soils report was submitted for the tract. The Applicant is required to update the soils report for the proposed improvements which will be reviewed and approved by the Public Works Division prior to issuance of additional grading permit/retaining wall permits. The soils report will reference 1.9 the suitability of the retaining walls to withstand pressure of the retained soils and proposed development. • Site Plan, Grading and Drainage A revised site plan with accurate scale has been submitted. The revised site plan exceeds the minimum setback requirements. The Public Works Division requires Engineer's certification for the pads in this tract prior to the issuance of any City permits. A precise grading plan with drainage is required. • Erosion Control, BMP's, Storm Water, etc. The site has completed rough grading activities. The Public Works Division has reviewed an erosion control plan submitted by the Applicant for Tract No. 31977. The erosion control plan has been reviewed to comply with the Federal National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) requirements and Best Management Practices (BMP's). This Applicant must adhere to the approved erosion control plan. Additionally, this project will be required to comply with Standard Urban Storm Water Mitigation Plan requirements to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. Before the issuance of any City permits, erosion control plans for this site are required for the City's review and approval. Measures shall be in place for construction started after September 15, through April 15. Additionally, the Applicant will be required to obtain any necessary NPDES permits. • Retaining Wall The plans call for a retaining wall to hold the slope on the east side of the pad. The Development Code allows the Director to approve walls up to seven feet in areas of varying topography and up to eight feet if the wall is in areas of varying topography in the rear of the parcel. Deviations from these limitations require Variance approval (see below VARIANCE discussion). The proposed site wall begins outside of the 20 feet front setback with an exposed height of 42 inches. The wall rises to a maximum exposed height of ten (10) feet and then returns to 42 inches in the rear yard. The retaining wall is required to be ornamental using stucco or decorative block. • Sewer and Water System The Applicant is required to verify that the project site is currently connected to the public sewer system and impacts on the sewage capacity as a result of the proposed single-family residence will be approved. The Applicant is also required to submit an application to the Walnut Valley Water District as necessary and submit their approval to the Building and Safety Division prior to the issuance of building permits. 7 • General Condition of Tract No. 31977 Prior to any plan check or City permits, staff recommends that the subject site and other vacant lots in Tract No. 31977 be cleaned of existing debris. A condition of approval requires the site to be free of debris both during and after the construction, addition, or implementation of the entitlement if granted 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 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 utilized has obtained permits from the City of Diamond Bar to provide such services. VARIANCE Per Development Code Sections 22.20.030 and .040, the Director may approve walls in areas of varying topography and location up to a maximum of eight (8) feet. Any walls higher must seek Variance approval. The project was re -advertised to include a Variance for the revised site retaining wall in areas of varying topography that varies in exposed height from 42 inches to a maximum of ten (10) feet. The lot is .91 acre and pad is approximately .72 acre. This is one of the larger buildable sites in this tract. The combination of size, shape, and the varying topography of the slope on the property are not typical of lots in the general vicinity. In this case, the main structure could be approved with a minimum west side setback of five (5) feet. This five (5) feet setback is at the top of the slope. Staff recommends that the main structure shift the five (5) feet to the east to allow the ten (10) feet larger setback at the top of the west slope. The section of the retaining wall requested at ten (10) feet is obscured by the main structure and will be viewed from the proposed residential structure and will not impact the neighboring views. The landscaping and approximately 71 feet front property line obscure the eight feet section of wall in the front yard. Due to the combination of special circumstances applicable to the property, the strict application of the Development Code's wall height standard denies the property owner privileges enjoyed by other property owners in the vicinity and under identical zoning districts. This creates an unnecessary and non -self created hardship that makes it impractical to require compliance with the development standards. COMPATIBILITY TO THE SURROUNDING AREA Staff believes this project's elements of development standards, site planning, lot and pad size, architectural design, landscaping, mass of structure, view impact, wall heights, and site work, are compatible to its neighbors and the surrounding area. E:7 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING: On October 8, 2002, forty-two property owners within a 500 -foot radius of the project site were notified by mail. On October 11, 2002, notification of the public hearing for this project was provided in the San Gabriel Valley Tribune and Inland Valley Daily Bulletin newspapers, a notice of public hearing on a display board was posted at the site and displayed for at least 10 days before the public hearing, and three other public places were posted within the vicinity of the application. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT: Pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the City has determined that the proposed project is Categorically Exempt pursuant to the guidelines of the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970 (CEQA), Section 15303(a). RECOMMENDATIONS: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Development Review No. 2002- 27Nariance No. 2002-04, Findings of Fact, and conditions of approval, as listed within the attached resolution. REQUIRED DEVELOPMENT REVIEW FINDINGS: 1. The design and layout of the proposed development is consistent with the General Plan, development standards of the applicable district, design guidelines, and architectural criteria for specialized area (e.g., theme areas, specific plans, community plans, boulevards, or planned developments); 2. The design and layout of the proposed development will not interfere with the use and enjoyment of neighboring existing or future development, and will not create traffic or pedestrian hazards; 3. The architectural design of the proposed development is compatible with the characteristics of the surrounding neighborhood and will maintain and enhance the harmonious orderly and attractive development contemplated by Chapter 22.48, the General Plan, City Design Guidelines, or any applicable specific plan; 4. The design of the proposed development will provide a desirable environment for its occupants and visiting public; as well as, its neighbors through good aesthetic use of materials, texture, and color that will remain aesthetically appealing; 5. The proposed project will not be detrimental to the public health, safety or welfare or materially injurious (e.g., negative affect on property values or resale(s) of property) to the properties or improvements in the vicinity; and 6. The proposed project has been reviewed in compliance with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). 9 REQUIRED VARIANCE FINDINGS 1. There are special circumstances applicable to the property (e.g., location, shape, size, surroundings, topography, or other conditions), so that the strict application of this Development Code denies the property owner privileges enjoyed by other property owners in the vicinity and under identical zoning districts or creates an unnecessary and non -self created, hardship or unreasonable regulation which make it obviously impractical to require compliance with the development standards; 2. Granting the Variance is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of substantial property rights possessed by other property owners in the same vicinity and zoning district and denied to the property owner for which the Variance is sought; 3. Granting the Variance is consistent with the General Plan and any applicable specific plan; 4. The proposed entitlement would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare of the City; and 5. The proposed entitlement has been reviewed in compliance with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Prepared by: Linda Kay Smith, Development Services Assistant ATTACHMENTS: 1. Draft Resolution; 2. September 24, 2002 Staff Report and Attachments; 3. Exhibit "A" - site plan, floor plan, elevations, landscape plan, and grading plan, and Tract No. 31977 grading plan, dated October 22, 2002. H: W ORD-LINDA/PLANCOMM/PROJECTS/DR2002-27Nariance 2002-04 24037.../REPORT DR2002-27Nariance 2002-04... 10 ATTACHMENT "1" DRAFT PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2002 -XX A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR APPROVING DEVELOPMENT REVIEW NO. 2002-27/VARIANCE NO. 2002- 04 AND CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION 15303(a), A REQUEST TO CONSTRUCT A TWO-STORY, SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE WITH PORCH, BALCONIES/ COVERED PATIO, AND DUAL TWO -CAR GARAGES TOTALING TO APPROXIMATELY 11,983 GROSS SQUARE FEET AND A SITE RETAINING WALL IN AREAS OF VARYING TOPOGRAPHY THAT VARIES IN EXPOSED HEIGHT FROM 42 INCHES TO A MAXIMUM OF TEN (10) FEET. THE PROJECT SITE IS 24037 GOLDRUSH DRIVE (LOT 3, TRACT NO. 31977), DIAMOND BAR, CALIFORNIA. A. Recitals The property owner, Goldrush Investment Group and Applicant, Andrew King, have filed an application to approve Development Review No. 2002- 27/Variance No. 2002-04 for a property located at 24037 Goldrush Drive, Diamond Bar, Los Angeles County, California, as described in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Development Review, Variance and Categorical Exemption shall be referred to as the "Application". 2. On October 8, 2002, forty-two property owners within a 500 -foot radius of the project site were notified by mail. On October 11, 2002, notification of the public hearing for this project was provided in the San Gabriel Valley Tribune and Inland Valley Daily Bulletin newspapers, a notice of public hearing on a display board was posted at the site and displayed for at least 10 days before the public hearing, and three other public places were posted within the vicinity of the application. On September 24, 2002, the Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar continued this item to the October 22, 2002 public hearing. On October 22, 2002 the Planning Commission conducted and concluded the public hearing on the Application. B. Resolution NOW, THEREFORE, it is found, determined and resolved by the Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar as follows: 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. ATTACHMENT "'I" DRAFT 2. The Planning Commission hereby determines that the project identified above in this Resolution is categorically exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970 (CEQA) and guidelines promulgated thereunder. This is pursuant to Section 15303(a) of Article 19 of Chapter 3, Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations. 3. The Planning Commission hereby specifically finds and determines that, having considered the record as a whole including the findings set forth below, and changes and alterations which have been incorporated into and conditioned upon the proposed project set forth in the application, there is no evidence before this Planning Commission that the project proposed herein will have the potential of an adverse effect on wild life resources or the habitat upon which the wildlife depends. Based upon substantial evidence, this Planning Commission hereby rebuts the presumption of adverse effects contained in Section 753.5 (d) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations. 4. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth herein, this Planning Commission, hereby finds as follows: (a) The project relates to a parcel at 24037 Goldrush Drive (Lot 3, Tract No. 31977) Diamond Bar, California. The parcel is .91 gross acres. It is an irregularly shaped lot with a graded buildable pad. The project site does not contain any Restricted Use Areas, easements, or protected/preserved trees. (b) The project site is zoned Residential Planned Development, Minimum Lot Size 20,000 Square Feet, 2 Units (RPD -20,000-2U). Its General Plan Land Use designation is Low Density Residential (RL—maximum 3 dwelling units per acre). (c) The RPD -20,000-2U Zone surrounds the subject site. (d) The application is a request to construct a two-story, single-family residence with porch, balconies/covered patio, and dual two -car garages totaling to approximately 11,983 gross square feet and a site retaining wall in areas of varying topography that varies in exposed height from 42 inches to a maximum of ten (10) feet. DEVELOPMENT REVIEW (e) The design and layout of the proposed development is consistent with the General Plan, development standards of the applicable district, design guidelines, and architectural criteria for specialized area (e.g., `a ATTACHMENT "1" DRAFT theme areas, specific plans, community plans, boulevards, or planned developments). The vacant project site, was established before the adoption of the City's General Plan. However, the proposed project complies with the elements of the adopted General Plan of July 25, 1995, which has a land use designation of Low Density Residential (RL). The proposed structures comply with the City's General Plan objectives and strategies related to maintaining the integrity of residential neighborhoods and open space. The proposed use is zoned for single-family residence per Residential Planned Development - Minimum Lot Size 20,000 Square Feet -2 Units (RPD -20,000-2U). The main structure and its placement on the parcel conform to the site coverage, setback, and height criteria of the Diamond Bar Development Code. The proposed design and layout is compatible with the eclectic architectural style, design, materials, and colors of existing homes within the surrounding area. There is no specific or additional community planned development for the site. (f) The design and layout of the proposed development will not interfere with the use and enjoyment of neighboring existing or future development, and will not create traffic or pedestrian hazards. The project site is currently an undeveloped lot within an existing tract designed for single-family homes. The proposed new construction does not change the use intended for the site as a single-family residence. The main structure and its placement on the parcel conform to the site coverage, setback, and height criteria of the Diamond Bar Development Code. The proposed design and layout is compatible with the eclectic architectural style, design, materials, and colors of existing homes within the surrounding area. The developed property is not expected to unreasonably interfere with the use and enjoyment of neighboring existing or future development, and will not create traffic or pedestrian hazards. The project site is adequately served by Goldrush Drive and Highcrest Drive. These streets are designed to handle the minimum traffic created by this type of development. (g) The architectural design of the proposed development is compatible with the characteristics of the surrounding neighborhood and will maintain the harmonious, orderly and attractive development contemplated by Chapter 22.48, the General Plan, City Design Guidelines, or any applicable specific plan. 3 ATTACHMENT "1" DRAFT The proposed project's architectural design and palette are compatible with the architectural style of other homes within the tract and are consistent with the City's General Plan, Development Code, and Design Guidelines. The proposed project's architectural style is Mediterranean. The project's architectural features include the streetscape elevation with two single -story wings that have the perpendicular dual garages with half columns; the focal arches and columns supporting the porch and two-story entry/lobby with large windows; and layering of materials and finishes via the main structure of light sand stucco and stucco trim details: crown molding, quatrefoils, and window treatments of Winter White and beige; and also the multi-levels of roof lines of "Cafe Rustic Light" MCA concrete S -tile to add texture and contrast. (h) The design of the proposed development will provide a desirable environment for its occupants and visiting public, as well as its neighbors, through good aesthetic use of materials, texture, and color that will remain aesthetically appealing. A project colors/materials board is provided. The colors, materials, and textures proposed are complimentary to the existing homes within the area while offering variety. (i) The proposed project will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare or materially injurious (e.g., negative affect on property values or resale(s) of property) to the properties or improvements in the vicinity. Structural plan checks, City permits and inspections, soils report review and approval, and Fire Department approvals are required for construction. These processes will ensure that the finished project will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare, or materially injurious to the properties or improvements in the vicinity. The terrain in the vicinity of Goldrush Drive is, hilly. The parcels on Goldrush Drive generally follow the ridgeline and are terraced pads. This tract and the older tracts surrounding the site have terraced pads created in the terrain. The subject site is higher than street level, higher than the westerly neighbor, and lower than the easterly neighbor. By maintaining the allowed height of 35 feet, the proposed residential structures allow view corridors to its neighbors. Therefore, staff does not consider this proposed residence detrimental to its neighbor's views. 12 ATTACHMENT "I" DRAFT Q) The proposed project has been reviewed in compliance with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The environmental evaluation shows that the proposed project is Categorically Exempt pursuant to the guidelines of the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970 (CEQA), Section 15303(a). VARIANCE (k) There are special circumstances applicable to the property (e.g., location, shape, size, surroundings, topography, or other conditions), so that the strict application of the City's Development Code denies the property owner privileges enjoyed by other property owners in the vicinity and under identical zoning districts or creates an unnecessary and non -self created, hardship or unreasonable regulation which makes it obviously impractical to require compliance with the development standards. The Variance request is to allow retaining wall sections up to a maximum of ten (10) feet. The lot is .91 acre and pad is approximately .72 acre. This is one of the larger buildable sites in this tract. The combination of size, shape, and the varying topography of the slope on the property are not typical of lots in the general vicinity. In this case, the main structure could be approved with a minimum west side setback of five (5) feet at the top of the slope. Though this is the minimum Development Code standard, staff recommends that the main structure shift the five (5) feet to the east to allow the ten (10) feet larger setback at the top of the west slope. The section of the retaining wall requested at ten (10) feet is obscured by the main structure and will be viewed from the proposed residential structure and will not impact the neighboring views. The landscaping and approximately 71 feet front property line obscure the eight feet section of wall in the front yard. The siting and placement of the wall and main structure with the proposed Variance ensure that the proposed project blends into the terrain and does not dominate the landform as seen from lower elevations. Therefore, due to the combination of special circumstances applicable to the property, the strict application of the Development Code to the wall height denies the property owner privileges enjoyed by other property owners in the vicinity and under identical zoning districts that creates an unnecessary and non -self created hardship that makes it obviously impractical to require compliance with the development standards. 5 ATTACHMENT "I" DRAFT (I) Granting the Variance is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of substantial property rights possessed by other property owners in the same vicinity and zoning districts and denied to the property owner for which the Variance is sought. As stated above in Item (k), the granting of this Variance is based on the facts that the buildable pad area is established. In this case, the main structure could be approved with a minimum west side setback of five (5) feet at the top of the slope. Though this is the minimum Development Code standard, staff recommends that the main structure shift the five (5) feet to the east to allow the ten (10) feet larger setback at the top of the west slope. The section of the retaining wall requested at ten (10) feet is obscured by the main structure and will be viewed from the proposed residential structure and will not impact the neighboring views. The landscaping and approximately 71 feet front property line obscure the eight feet section of wall in the front yard. The siting and placement of the wall and main structure with the proposed Variance ensure that the proposed project blends into the terrain and does not dominate the landform as seen from lower elevations. As a result, Granting the Variance is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of substantial property rights possessed by other property owners in the same vicinity and zoning districts and denied to the property owner for which the Variance is sought. (m) Granting the Variance is consistent with the General Plan and any applicable specific plan. As stated in Item (k), the proposed retaining wall is consistent with the General Plan and consistent with specific strategies 1.2.4 and 2.2.1 of the Land Use Element. There is no specific plan. (n) The proposed entitlement would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare of the City. Before the issuance of any City permits, the proposed project is required to comply with all conditions within the approved resolution and the Building and Safety Division, Public Works Division, and Fire Department requirements. The referenced agencies through the permit and inspection process will ensure that the proposed project is not detrimental to the public health, safety or welfare or materially injurious to the properties or improvements in the vicinity. II b'1 ATTACHMENT"1" DRAFT (o) The proposed project has been reviewed in compliance with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The environmental evaluation shows that the proposed project is Categorically Exempt pursuant to the guidelines of the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970 (CEQA), Section 15303(a). Based upon the findings and conclusion set forth above, the Planning Commission hereby approves this Application subject to the following conditions: (a) The project shall substantially conform to site plan, floor plans, elevations and materials/colors board collectively labeled as Exhibit "A" dated October 22, 2002, as submitted to and approved by the Planning Commission and as amended herein. (b) Prior to any plan check or city permits, all vacant lots of Tract No. 31977 shall be cleaned of existing debris to the satisfaction of the City staff. (c) The subject site shall be maintained in a condition that is free of debris both during and after the construction, addition, or implementation of the entitlement granted 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 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 utilized has obtained permits from the City of Diamond Bar to provide such services. (d) Before construction begins, the Applicant shall install temporary construction fencing pursuant to the Building and Safety Division's requirements along the project site's perimeter. This fencing shall remain until the Building Official approves its removal. (e) PUBLIC WORKS The Applicant shall provide temporary sanitation facilities while under construction. (f) The Applicant shall submit a soils report for the proposed improvements to be reviewed and approved by the Public Works Division prior to issuance of grading or retaining wall permits. The 7 ATTACHMENT 1" DRAFT soils report shall also reference the suitability of the retaining walls to withstand pressure of the retained soils and proposed development. (g) A grading and retaining wall plan shall be required. In accordance with the City's grading requirements, the grading plan shall be reviewed and approved by the City before the issuance of a grading permit. On a grading plan the following shall be delineated: 1. Cut and fill quantities and earthwork calculations and export location; 2. All flow lines, finished surfaces, and finished grades; 3. Proper drainage with detailed sketches, surface water shall drain away from the building at a 2% minimum slope; 4. Proposed and existing grades; 5. Sign/stamped by a civil engineer, geotechnical engineer and geologist; 6. Clearly delineate all easements (i.e. Flood Hazard Area and Recreation Easements); 7. Retaining walls shall not be constructed of wood or wood products; 8. Retaining walls shall be required to be ornamental by using stucco or decorative block; 9. Engineered calculations shall be submitted with retaining walls (APWA Standard is not applicable); 10. Indicate retaining wall locations on grading plan with standard detail and delineate: (a) Top of wall; (b) Top of footing; (c) Finish Surface; (d) Structural calculations. 11. All grading shall be subject to Development .Code Sections 22.16.030 (Air Emissions) and Section 22.28 (Noise); 12. Hydrology calculations showing capacity of proposed drainage devices as well as existing drainage structures on site shall be reviewed and approved by Public Works Division; 13. Railings atop retaining walls holding a fill shall not exceed a maximum height of 42 inches. (h) If applicable, the Applicant shall comply with Standard Urban Storm Water Mitigation Plan requirements to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. (i) Before the issuance of any City permits, erosion control plans shall be submitted for the City's review and approval. Measures shall be in place for construction started after September 15, through April 15. The erosion control plan shall conform to National Pollutant Discharge F ATTACHMENT "I" DRAFT Elimination System (NPDES) standards and incorporate the appropriate Best Management Practices (BMP's). Additionally, the Applicant shall obtain the necessary NPDES permits. (j) Applicant shall verify that the project site is currently connected to the public'sewer system and impacts on the sewage capacity as a result of the proposed structure shall be approved. (k) Applicant shall submit an application to the Walnut Valley Water District as necessary, and submit their approval to the Building and Safety Division prior to the issuance of building permits. BUILDING AND SAFETY (1) Site, driveway grade, and house design shall be approved by the Fire Department. The maximum slope is 15% per the Public Works Division. (m) The single-family structure shall meet the 2001 California Building Code, California Plumbing Code, California Mechanical Code, and California Electrical Code requirements. (n) The minimum design wind pressure shall be 80 miles per hour and "C" exposure. (o) The single-family structure requires Fire Department approval and is located in "Fire Zone 4" and shall meet the following requirements of that fire zone: 1. All roof covering shall be "Fire Retardant, Class A'; the roofs shall be fire stopped at the eaves to preclude entry of the flame or members under the fire; 2. All enclosed under -floor areas shall be constructed as exterior walls; 3. All openings into the attic, floor, and/or other enclosed areas shall be covered with corrosion -resistant wire mesh not less than % inch nor more than '/P inch in any dimension except where such openings are equipped with sash or door; 4. Chimneys shall have spark arresters of maximum''/2 inch screen. (p) This single-family structure shall meet the State Energy Conservation Standards. N ATTACHMENT "1" DRAFT (q) Due to the site's topography, Applicant shall comply with special design requirements as specified in the California Building Code, Section 18.4.3, building setback, top and toe of slopes. (r) All sleeping rooms shall have windows that comply with egress requirements. (s) All balconies shall be designed for 40 pound per square foot live load (t) Hand rails and guardrails shall be designed for 20 -pound load applied laterally at the top of the rail. (u) Smoke detectors shall be provided in conformance with the 1998 California Building Code. (v) Application shall provide window and door schedule for Building and Safety plan check. PLANNING DIVISION (w) The front yard landscaping/irrigation shill be installed prior to the Planning Division's final inspection. Any walls, gates, fountains, etc. that may be proposed within the front setback shall not encroach into street's dedicated easement or exceed a maximum 42 inches in height. (x) The single-family residence shall not be utilized in a manner that creates adverse effects upon the neighborhood and environmental setting of the residential site to levels of dust, glare/light, noise, odor, traffic, or other disturbances to the existing residential neighborhood and shall not result in significantly adverse effects on public services and resources. The single-family residence shall not be used for commercial/institutional purposes, or otherwise used as a separate dwelling. The property shall not be used for regular gatherings which result in a nuisance or which create traffic and parking problems in the neighborhood. (y) The Applicant shall complete and record a "Covenant and Agreement to Maintain a Single Family Residence" on a form to be provided by the City. The covenant must be completed and recorded with the Los Angeles County's Recorder's Office prior to the issuance of a building permit. ire ATTACHMENT "1" DRAFT (z) The Applicant shall comply with the requirements of the Fire Department and City Planning, Building and Safety, and Public Works Divisions. (aa) This grant is valid for two (2) years and shall be exercised (i.e. construction) within that period or this grant shall expire. A one -(1) year extension may be approved when submitted to the City in writing at least 60 days prior to the expiration date. The Planning Commission will consider the extension request at a duly noticed public hearing in accordance with Chapter 22.72 of the City of Diamond Bar Development Code. (bb) This grant shall not be effective for any purpose until the permittee and owner of the property involved (if other than the permittee) have filed, within fifteen (15) days of approval of this grant, at the City of Diamond Bar Community and Development Services Department, their affidavit stating that they are aware and agree to accept all the conditions of this grant. Further, this grant shall not be effective until the permittee pays remaining City processing fees. (cc) If the Department of Fish and Game determines that Fish and Game Code Section 711.4 applies to the approval of this project, then the Applicant shall remit to the City, within five days of this grant's approval, a cashier's check of $25.00 for a documentary handling fee in connection with Fish and Game Code requirements. Furthermore, if this project is not exempt from a filing fee imposed because the project has more than a deminimis impact on fish and wildlife, the Applicant shall also pay to the Department of Fish and Game any such fee and any fine which the Department determines to be owed. 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 Goldrush Investment Group and Andrew King, 1595 S. McPherrin Avenue, Monterey Park, CA 91754. APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 22nd DAY OF OCTOBER 2002, BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR. M Joe Ruzicka, Chairman 11 ATTACHMENT "1" DRAFT I, James DeStefano, 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 22nd day of October 2002, by the following vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: ATTEST: James DeStefano, Secretary 12 /P-;- 1 - a i A r7 -);'r Atrtl GV'? k�.2 „ City of Diamond Bar PLANNING COMMISSION Staff Report AGENDA ITEM NUMBER: 7.2 REPORT DATE: September 18, 2002 MEETING DATE: September 24, 2002 CASE/FILE NUMBER: Development Review No. 2002-27 APPLICATION REQUEST: A request to construct a two-story, single-family residence with porch, balconies/covered patio, and dual two -car garages totaling to approximately 11,983 gross square feet and a site retaining wall in areas of varying topography that varies in exposed height from 42 inches to a maximum of eight (8) feet. PROPERTY LOCATION: 24037 Goldrush Drive (Lot 3, Tract No. 31977) PROPERTY OWNERS: Goldrush Investment Group, 1595 S. McPherrin Avenue, Monterey Park, CA 91754 APPLICANT: Andrew King, 1595 S. McPherrin Avenue, Monterey Park, CA 91754 BACKGROUND: The property owner, Goldrush Investment Group, and Applicant, Andrew King, are requesting approval to construct a two-story, single-family residence with porch, balconies/covered patio, and dual two -car garages totaling to approximately 11,983 gross square feet and a site retaining wall in areas of varying topography that varies in exposed height from 42 inches to a maximum of eight (8) feet. Tract No. 31977 is a twenty-two lot subdivision on 16 acres, originally submitted to and approved by Los Angeles County. After a series of City Council public hearings (November 21, 1989 through February 6, 1990), the Tract was conditionally approved. However, an extension of time, requested by the applicant, was approved by the City Council on June 2, 1992. Additionally, specific development standards were not set forth as with other tracts approved by the City. Therefore, the project's development standards are required to comply with the Diamond Bar's current development standards. The lot size is approximately 39,596 square feet or .91 gross acres. The project site is an irregularly shaped lot, which contains a flat graded buildable pad. According .to the Tract Map, the project site contains no Restricted Use Areas or easements. The property contains no protected/preserved trees. The project site is zoned Residential Planned Development — Minimum Lot Size 20,000 Square Feet — 2 Units (RPD -20,000-2U). The applicable development standards for this zoning district are for Low Density Residential. It's General Plan Land Use designation is Low -Density Residential (RL — maximum 3 dwelling units per acre). Generally, the following zones surround the subject site: to the north, south, east and west is the RPD - 20,000 -2U Zone. REVIEW AUTHORITY/APPLICATIONS This application requires Development Review by the Planning Commission per the City's Development Code, Section 22.48.020.A(1), which states that Development Review is required for projects involving a building permit for new construction on a vacant parcel that have a minimum 10,000 square feet of combined gross floor area. The proposed 11,983 square feet single-family residence on a vacant lot requires Development Review. The purpose of this review process is to establish consistency with the General Plan through the promotion of high aesthetic and functional standards to complement and add to the economic, physical, and social character of the City. The process will also ensure that new development and intensification of existing development yields a pleasant living, working, or shopping environment and attracts the interest of residents, workers, shoppers and visitors as the result of consistent exemplary design. Also, to this process utilizes the City's Design Guidelines in conjunction with the City's Development Code to promote development that respects the physical and environmental characteristics of the community and the site. ANALYSIS: DEVELOPMENT REVIEW • General Plan and Design Guidelines The General Plan has two strategies relating to compatibility within the Land Use Element: 1. Strategy 1.2.4, Maintain residential areas which provide ownership for single family housing and require that new development be compatible with the prevailing character of the surrounding neighborhood; and 2. Strategy 2.2.1, Requires that new developments be compatible with surrounding land uses. The City's Design Guidelines state that compatibility with adjacent uses is a primary Objective. Projects should be designed to minimize negative impacts on surrounding uses. Compatibility equates to the Development Code standards including setbacks, height, on - 2 site parking, and site coverage, also the site planning, lot and pad size, architectural design, landscaping, mass, bulk, and the impact to other properties, etc. Just because a structure is larger does not mean it is incompatible with the surrounding single-family residences. As in the many cases brought before the Planning Commission, each Application is analyzed on a case by case basis and the evaluation takes all the above into consideration. This product will most probably be the largest single-family residence outside of the Country Estates. However, in the following discussion staff endeavors to show how this project conforms to the General Plan, Design Guidelines, and the Development Code in consideration of all the elements, such as site planning, lot and pad size, architectural design, n sc g, and the negligible impact of size, mass, and bulk, to other properties even wi 11,983 oss square feet and a livable of 9,000 (the difference is the garages, the balco over and the porch.) • Development Standards The following is a comparison of the City's development standards and the project's proposed development standards: Development 1. Setbacks main structure: • Front yard -20 feet from property line and varying • Side yards -5 feet & 10 feet minimum from property line, 15 feet between dwelling units • Rear yard -20 feet from property line 2. Building Height: Maximum 35 feet 3. Parking: • Minimum two -car garage. Garage dimension 10 feet x20 feet Cove 40% Development 1. Setbacks main structure: (scaled from grading plan) • Front yard- 58 feet minimum from front property line • Side yards- 5 feet and 20 feet from property line and meets the 15 feet between dwelling units; 5 feet to buildable pad on both sides • Rear yard— approximately 75 feet; 48 feet to edge of pad 2. Building Height: Two stories -approximately 32 .5 feet 3. Parking: • Dual two -car garages, both scale at 21.251W x 20.59 The above comparison indicates that the proposed construction meets the City'sluding Development Code standards. The site plan is not to scale and staff scaled the above from the Tract's grading plan. A scaled revision is required. • Site Planning I 1 A guiding principal for good site planning is that the siting and design of structures and landscaping should ensure that all blend into the terrain and do not dominate the landform as seen from lower elevations. The lot, pad, and proposed structure for the application are at a higher elevation than its neighbors except for Lot 4 to the east which is approximately 20 feet higher than the subject site. The structure is setback 58 feet from the street and the bulk of the two-story structure at the back of the single -story wings and courtyard in the front is approximately 85 feet from the street. There is approximately 48 feet to the pad's edge in the rear. There is 110 feet change in elevation from the project's pad and Cromarty Drive (see Tract No. 31977 grading plan). This product does not oppose the above guiding principal for good site planning and the structures surrounding the site. However, staff is suggesting some modifications in the following discussions that include the landscaping, retaining wall, site plan revisions, and general site maintenance. • Lot and Pad Size The lot is .91 acre and pad is approximately .72 acre. This is one of the larger buildable sites in this tract with the addition of the retaining wall and can accommodate the proposed structure. • Landscaping A landscape plan was submitted for review and approval with this project's application delineating the type of planting materials, color, size, quantity and location. However, a revised landscape plan is required for the next submittal to the Planning Commission for review and approval with significantly more species. This plan should delineate more trees at the east and west sides l the property. The slopes and pad require this addition and this larger site can easily accommodate the foliage to assist in minimizing any impacts to downhill sites. The plans shall include trees and shrubs to soften the retaining wall at the east side of the structure, in addition to those shown on the preliminary landscape plan and suggested for the slopes. Additionally, as with past approvals it will be required that the landscaping/irrigation be installed prior to the Planning Division's final inspection. Any walls, gates, fountains, etc. that may be proposed within the setback shall not encroach into the streets' dedicated easement; nor, shall any such structure or plant material proposed within the front setback exceed a maximum height of 42 inches. • Size, Mass, and Bulk of the Structure The single-family residences along Goldrush Drive, Highcrest Drive and Radbury Place are generally two-story structures and there are many two-story homes for comparison. Some single - story homes, as well as one to two-story homes, are present in the Armitos Drive area. Many surrounding homes outside of Tract No. 31977 range in size from 1,401 to 4,938 livable square 4 feet (excludes garage, decks, patios, porches, etc.)1 Many of the parcels have structures built on narrow pads created in the terrain because the parcels have Restricted Use Areas, easements, and many have natural non -graded slopes for their side and rear yards. Larger homes would not fit on many of the surrounding lots in the vicinity. Many of the homes along Goldrush Drive are close to the street and the mass of the structure is evident because of this closeness. In contrast, the homes constructed in Tract 31977 range from 4,359 to 7,424 livable square feet. Many of the products have very. long front setbacks that push the bulk away from the streetscape. The mass and bulk of this structure is at the rear of the parcel, carved into the terrain. Because of the terraced pads and landscaping many of these larger homes do not dwarf the surrounding homes. For instance, the gross structure for the adjoining Lot 4, Tract 31977, is 8,624 nestled on a smaller lot and pad of .67 acre. This completed structure has no impact to the properties behind it on Cromarty Drive. From that street, one sees only the palm trees and the infinity edge of the pool. The two-story at the rear is not visible. Lot 4's structure is setback from the street similar to the proposed lot and likewise has a one-story garage to break the mass at the streetscape. • Architectural Features, Colors, and Floor Plans The proposed project's architectural design and palette are compatible with the eclectic architectural style of other homes within the tract, and are consistent with the City's General Plan, Development Code, and Design Guidelines. The project's architectural features include the streetscape elevation with two single -story wings which include the perpendicular dual garages with half columns; the focal arches and columns supporting the porch and two-story entry/lobby with large windows; and layering of materials and finishes via the main structure of light sand stucco and stucco trim details: crown molding, quatrefoils, and window treatments of Winter White and beige; and also the multi-levels of roof lines of "Cafe Rustic Light" MCA concrete S -tile to add texture and contrast. The color board is attached. The proposed single-family structure consists of one and two -stories. The first -story includes the two-story open entry/lobby; living room; library; theater; dining room; kitchen with pantry; nook and family room with fireplace; powder bath; cellar; laundry; master bedroom with walk -in -closet and bath; bedroom with adjoining bath and walk -in -closet; and dualtwo car garages. The second -story walk -in - includes a second master suite with sitting room, closet and bath; three additional bedrooms with adjoining baths, two with walk -in -closets, and one without a closet; and the retreat area opening onto the balcony that is the full width of the rear of the structure. There are six designated bedrooms. There is covered parking for four cars plus the motor court and long driveway. Staff anticipates adequate parking for the project. • Covenant and Agreement As with many approvals for the area, a condition of approval has been added that the owner is 1 Information for square footage comes from the City's Assessor information. This square footage is a livable calculation and does not include, decks, patios, garages, balconies, or accessory structures. The Development Code requires that gross square footage be calculated for applications and site coverage criteria, which includes the above. 5 required to complete and record a "Covenant and Agreement to Maintain a Single Family Residence" on a form to be provided by the City. The covenant must be completed and recorded with the Los Angeles County's Recorder's Office prior to the issuance of a building permit. VIEW IMPACT The terrain in the vicinity of Goldrush Drive is hilly. The parcels on Goldrush Drive generally follow the ridgeline. This tract, as well as the older tracts surrounding the site, has terraced pads created in the terrain. The subject site is higher than street level, higher than the westerly neighbor is, and lower than the easterly neighbor is. By maintaining the allowed height of 35 feet, the proposed residential structure allows view corridors to its neighbors. Therefore, staff does not consider this proposed residence detrimental to its neighbor's views. SITE WORK The grading, drainage, and retaining walls necessary for the improvements will be reviewed, approved, and permitted by the Public Works Division. The Public Works Division has reviewed the proposed project and their comments are contained in the conditions of approval. • Soil Report The Applicant is required to submit a soils report for the proposed improvements to be reviewed and approved by the Public Works Division prior to issuance of additional grading permits. The soils report will reference the suitability of the retaining walls to withstand pressure of the retained soils and proposed development. • Site Plan, Grading and Drainage A revised site plan with accurate scale is required for review and approval. The revised site plan must have the minimum setbacks. The Public Works Division requires Engineer's certification for the pads in this tract prior to the issuance of any city permits. A precise grading plan with drainage is required. • Erosion Control, BMP's, Storm Water, etc. The site has completed rough grading activities. The Public Works Division has reviewed an erosion control plan submitted by the applicant. The erosion control plan has been reviewed to comply with the Federal National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) requirements and Best Management Practices (BMP's). This Applicant must adhere to the approved erosion control plan. Additionally, this project will be required to comply with Standard Urban Storm Water Mitigation Plan requirements to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. 0 Also, before the issuance of any City permits, erosion control plans for the site specific will be required for the City's review and approval. Measures shall be in place for construction started after September 15, through April 15. Additionally, the Applicant will be required to obtain any necessary NPDES permits. • Retaining WaU The plans call for a retaining wall to hold the slope on the east side of the pad. The Development Code allows the Director to approve walls up to seven feet in areas of varying topography and up to eight feet if the wall is in areas of varying topography in the rear of the parcel. The proposed wall begins outside of the front setback of 20 feet and begins with an exposed height of 42 inches: The wall rises to a maximum exposed height of eight feet and then returns to 42 inches in the rear yard. Much of the eight -foot portion of the wall is not in the rear of the parcel. Staff would like to see this structure shift toward Lot 4 leaving a larger setback at the top of slope on the west side. A higher wall on the east side would have little impact to the surroundings because it would be hidden by the main structure. This may require a Variance or a Minor Variance depending on the distance that the wall is moved into the slope. Staff believes a higher wall would meet Variance findings should it be required. Any retaining walls will be required to be ornamental by using stucco or decorative block. • Sewer and Water System The Applicant is required to verity that the project site is currently connected to the public sewer system and impacts on the sewage capacity as a result of the proposed single-family residence will be approved. The Applicant is also required to submit an application to the Walnut Valley Water District as necessary, and submit their approval to the Building and Safety Division prior to the issuance of building permits. • General Condition of Tract No. 31977 Prior to any approvals, staff recommends that the subject site, and others such as Lot 10 also in Tract No. 31977 be cleaned of existing debris. This will also be in any future conditions of approval that the site is maintained in a condition that is free of debris both during and after the consti uction. addition, or implementation of the entitlement granted herein. Additionally, 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 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 utilized has obtained permits from the City of Diamond Bar to provide such services. 7 COMPATIBILITY TO THE SURROUNDING AREA Taking into consideration the above elements; such as, development standards, site planning, lot and pad size, architectural design, landscaping, mass of structure, view impact and site work, staff believes this project is compatible to its neighbors and the surrounding area. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING: On September 12, 2002, forty-two property owners within a 500 -foot radius of the project site were notified by mail. On September 13, 2002, notification of the public hearing for this project was provided in the San Gabriel Valley Tribune and Inland Valley Daily Bulletin newspapers, a notice of public hearing on a display board was posted at the site and displayed for at least 10 days before the public hearing, and three other public places were posted within the vicinity of the application. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT: Pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the City has determined that the proposed project is Categorically Exempt pursuant to the guidelines of the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970 (CEQA), Section 15303(a). CONCULSION: Staff's review indicates it is necessary to continue this project to a future public hearing date to allow the applicant time to submit a revised site plan, landscape plan, and explore the possibility of moving the structure to the east to allow for a larger expanse of setback at the west top of slope. Staff recommends also that this project be re -advertised to include a Variance should moving the structure require such. Enough time should be granted to allow plans to be revised for consistency, yet be within the confines of the Permit Streamlining Act. With respect to this application request, the Planning Commission has the option to do the following: I. Direct staff to continue this project to a future public hearing date in orderto allow the applicant time to submit a re -designed project. 2. Direct staff to prepare a resolution of approval with or without conditions. 3. Direct staff to prepare a resolution of denial. 1J RECOMMENDATIONS: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission continue Development Review No. 2002-27 to a future public hearing date to allow the applicant time to submit a re -designed project. REQUIRED DEVELOPMENT REVIEW FINDINGS: 1. The design and layout of the proposed development is consistent with the General Plan, development standards of -the applicable district, design guidelines, and architectural criteria for specialized area (e.g., theme areas, specific plans, community plans, boulevards, or planned developments); 2. The design and layout of the proposed development will not interfere with the use and enjoyment of neighboring existing or future development, and will not create traffic or pedestrian hazards; 3. The architectural design of the proposed development is compatible with the characteristics of the surrounding neighborhood and will maintain and enhance the harmonious orderly and attractive development contemplated by Chapter 22.48, the General Plan, City Design Guidelines, or any applicable specific plan; 4. The design of the proposed development will provide a desirable environment for its occupants and visiting public; as well as, its neighbors through good aesthetic use of materials, texture, and color that will remain aesthetically appealing; 5. The proposed project will not be detrimental to the public health, safety or welfare or materially injurious (e.g., negative affect on property values or resale(s) of property) to the properties or improvements in the vicinity; and 6. The proposed project has been reviewed in compliance with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Prepared by: Linda Kay Smith, Development Services Assistant ATTACHMENTS: Application 2. Oak Tree Statement; 3. Sample Covenant and Agreement; 4. Materials/colors board; 5. Tract Map No. 31977 for Lot 3; 6. Assessor s map; 7. Aerial; 8. Exhibit "A" - site plan, floor plan, elevations, landscape plan, and grading plan, and Tract No. 31977 grading plan, dated September 24, 2002. H WORD-LINDA/PLANCOMWPROJECTS/DR2002-2724037... /REPORT DR2002-27... Comm" 'Y DEVELOPMENT DEPARTAWiT ATTACHMENT "I FPL r 21660 F— -upley Drive Suite 190 (909)396.5676 Fat (g0g)561-3117 Deposit S /FrLe.a,Z) ADAmPLSTitATIVE DEVELOPIImT/yfr� EVIEWf RecBy eipts, Due Recd Record OwnerO"e . ,,�ph� O ,2 .—.2 7 KIANam 06A)wHA� f� /Nu��t<f�tiT kz9e,,1 (Last sense first) Jp dast time firm) Address S /�cr i'iPYY�n %/✓C e 9 < <� S� Applicant's Agent (list same 6ea) phooe(6� " Z 7 S$� 7 pec ) pec ) NOTE: It is the applicat'e nmpcnmbgity to no* dw Pnncipals involved during the processing o this cafe. �ryDevelopment Diractos m writing of any change of the (Attach a separate sheet. if necessary �g names, addresses, and sijoannea of members of of taepontiona.) partnerships. joint ventures. and directors; Consent: I eerto that I otr of the herein deurfbed prvpary and permit the oPPliAeW to 4k this request. Signed (All record owners) Date % Z Cerrfftcatio2 I, the umdersiVm4 hnrlry a &u der pema4 a to the best o m kno l�7ra7 that the iq/armadfoa herein presided is center I I e '"ate. . Pent Name Signed_ -� / •/ (Apphnm m D�p�•7�� Locstion C '% �j rTr-- fStrsa adorve m tract and bt somber) n Zoe ng h 1 - t Previous rase. —1 Prrsmt Use of Site S Uw applied for S /- HNM ,5 —Tarr kUL) 3/ 4 j 3 Ara dovored to Landsospitig/Open XMW ProJect Sire = Lot Covesaj_ �. datiy rrCSProposed Style of Architecturece 7 (1rG� (U°'ft/A) Number of floors Proposed Z Slope of Roof = 12 G,ed04 t Tf yec, Qnmtiry Cut FM amort If yes. Quantity Export If yes, Quantity ATTACHMENT ",Z:' TREE PRESERVATION STATnMgT IvJ The subject ��s no oak, walnut. Sycamo willow, or California PepperPmptttYxs. n. naturalized 17 The Subject pMpetty contains one or more oak walnut, sycamore, willow, or nnanttalmed Praia Pepper macs. The SfPb� anticipates that no activity (grading and/or construction) Will take place within five feet of the outer dripline of any oak � sycamoretree., wallow, or natlzm zed California Pepper I ) The subject property contains one or mono oak walnut, sycamore, willow, or nantaIitifo) trees cam antes that Activity and/or eozedtuCatruetionrnwa71pepper take placeThe withappliin five (5) feet of the outer dnpd(ine Tree Permit hhas�be' en sYce.MMbe willow, or �talized California Pepper tree. A the property, or sviU applied for prior to any activity taking place on (Applicant's Si e) P. WORD-11NDAWOV.MMTXU STATEMENT 7/02 (Date) ATTACHMENT 'I" RECORDING REQUEST BY: City of Diamond Bar WHEN RECORDED MAIL TO: City of Diamond Bar 21825 E. Copley Drive Diamond Bar, CA 91765 COVENANT AND AGREEMENT TO MAINTAIN A SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE The undersigned hereby certify that are the owner(s) of the hereinafter described real property located at in the City of Diamond Bar, County of Los Angeles, State of California, commonly known as: Legally described as Lot Tract May No Assessor's Book and Parcel Number And, I/we do hereby covenant and agree for ourselves, heirs, assigns, transferees and successors, with the City of Diamond Bar (hereinafter "City") that the above described property shall be used for single family residential purposes only, and that no portion of the structure(s) or property shall be rented, leased or sold separate and apart from any remaining portions of the property or structure(s). This covenant and agreement shall run with the land and shall be binding upon ourselves, future owners, their heirs, and successors and assignees and shall continue in effect until and unless approved otherwise by the City of Diamond Bar is specifically intended that the benefits and burdens of this covenant run with the land. If the City is required to bring legal action to enforce this covenant, then the city shall be entitled to its attorney fees and court costs. X LZA DATED: STATE OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES On this day of_ 200_ before Public in and for said State, personally appeared personally known to me (or proved to me on the basis the person(s) whose name(s) is/are subscribed to ack 1 d me the undersigned Notary of satisfactory evidence) to be the within instrument and now a ged to me that executed the same in authorized capacity(ies), and that by signature(s) on the instrument the person(s) or the entity upon behalf of which the person(s) acted, executed the instrument. WITNESS my hand and official seal. Notary Public in and for said State D Z: „q., I p Ir' iC F � tl I „q., _ /Y'? A,7 J- a � CLV�M W' LY GST�p" s �CCG� Nz•� ODS �_ 2G�b¢O •ayG L@i�wWo C� !r 92.96 p Tg.J GES e�Q � yh �0 13 � � 2 • � C B �n — 0 `• r 0 m n _ N 0 P` J • SOG SO 1027 •' N J p - NN o mo N N _ Tl .QS LT.BO� �: S•i S.Sq..W iQ�D� 302.82. 1 i D O D 6 W N LD knJ l� e � � 5•�j D � 4f _ oe E •. o A -° ' �/CF � a.:x ao.zr�07•, `'��.lE in 31c.� 'rcp yu"• y t��p O. O M � • 6 �tr JJ �•� D F` O� � M e 4 ' n vnj l�il�.1H a, Jo\ A A w ^O nth v a g s a #3g e � = OLE °o • 10 _ yyo m J N " o J SEE S,y�E-ET Q INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM TO: Chairman and Planning Commissioners FROM: Ann J. Lungu, Associate Planner SUBJECT: Agenda Item 7.2 - Conditional Use Permit No. 2002-07, Variance No. 2002-02 and Development Review No. 2002-18 located at St. Denis Roman Catholic Church, 2151 S. Diamond Bar Boulevard, Diamond Bar, CA 91765 DATE: October 16, 2002 The referenced project was presented to the Planning Commission at a duly noticed public hearing on October 8, 2002. The Planning Commission received staff's report, opened the public hearing, received testimony and continued the public hearing to October 22, 2002. At the public hearing the Planning Commission directed the applicant to provide the following: 1. A substantial amount of the monocypress material including the leaf portion of the branch leading to the trunk; 2. A sample of a live cypress tree for comparison purposes; 3. Photo simulation of increased wall height to six feet for screening the equipment cabinets including landscape material; and 4. A drawing of the possible location in the courtyard for the equipment cabinet. The applicant will provide Items 1 and 2 at the Planning Commission meeting. Attached to this memo are Items 3 and 4. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Conditional Use Permit No. 2002-07, Variance No. 2002-02, Development Review No. 2002-18, Findings of Fact and conditions of approval as listed within the attached resolution. Attachments: 1. Draft Planning Commission Resolution; 2. Staff report dated September 30, 2002; 3. Photo simulation delineating the six foot high wall with landscaping; and 4. Plan delineating possible location in the courtyard for the equipment cabinet. A. RECITALS. PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2002 -XX A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2002-07, VARIANCE NO. 2002-02, DEVELOPMENT REVIEW NO. 2002-18 AND NEGATIVE DECLARATION NO. 2002-04, A REQUEST TO INSTALL AN UNMANNED WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATION FACILITY WITH ANTENNAS MOUNT WITHIN A MONOCYPRESS 40 FEET TALL AND EQUIPMENT CABINETS SCREENED BY A SIX FOOT HIGH WALL. THE PROJECT SITE IS LOCATED AT ST. DENIS ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, 2151 DIAMOND BAR BOULEVARD, DIAMOND BAR, CALIFORNIA. The property owner, the Roman Catholic Abp, applicant, Cingular Wireless and applicant's agent, The Consulting Group have filed an application for Conditional Use Permit No. 2002-07, Variance No. 2002-02, Development Review No. 2002- 18 and Negative Declaration No. 2002-04 for a property located at 2151 Diamond Bar Boulevard, Diamond Bar, Los Angeles County, California. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Conditional Use Permit, Variance, Development Review, and Negative Declaration shall be referred to as the "Appli- cation". 2. Notification of the public hearing for this project was provided in the San Gabriel Valley Tribune and Inland Valley Daily Bulletin newspapers on September 17, 2002. Public hearing notices were mailed to approximately 433 property owners of record within a 700 -foot radius of the project on September 13, 2002. Furthermore, the project site was posted with a display board in three public places on September 17, 2002. The Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar on October 8, 2001 conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the Application. 4. On October 8, 2002, the Planning Commission received staff's report, opened the public hearing, received testimony and continued the public hearing to October 22, 2002 in order to allow the applicant time to submit additional information. 5. On October 22, 2002, the Planning Commission concluded the public hearing. B. Resolution. NOW, THEREFORE, it is found, determined and resolved by the Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar as follows: 1. This Planning Commission hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals, Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct. 2. The Planning Commission hereby finds that the Initial Study review and Negative Declaration No. 2002-04 have been prepared by the City of Diamond Bar in compliance with the requirement of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and guidelines promulgated thereunder, pursuant to Section 15070(e). Negative Declaration No. 2002-04 has been prepared. The Negative Declaration's review began September 17, 2002 and ended October 6, 2002. Furthermore, Negative Declaration No. 2002-04 reflects the independent judgement of the City of Diamond Bar. 3. The Planning Commission hereby specifically finds and determines that, having considered the record as a whole including the findings set forth below, and changes and alterations which have been incorporated into and conditioned upon the proposed project set forth in the application, there is no evidence before this Planning Commission that the project proposed herein will have the potential of an adverse effect on wild life resources or the habitat upon which the wildlife depends. Based upon substantial evidence, this Planning Commission hereby rebuts the presumption of adverse effects contained in Section 753.5 (d) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations. 4. Based on the findings and conclusions set forth herein, this Planning Commission hereby finds as follows: (a) The project relates to a rectangular shaped hillside lot, sloping up from Diamond Bar Boulevard and approximately 6.75 acres. It is developed with a church facility identified as St. Denis Roman Catholic Church. Permits indicate that construction for the church facility (hall/temporary church) probably began in early 1970s and was completed in the late 1980s. (b) The General Plan land use designation for the project site is Medium High Density Residential (RMH-max 16 du/acre). (c) The zoning designation for the project site is Multiple Residential -Maximum Lot Size 8,000 Square Feet -1 Unit (R-3-8,000-1 U). (d) Generally, the following zones surround the project site: to the north is the Single Family Residential- Minimum Lot Size 8,000 Square Feet (R-1-8,000) and Single Family Residential -Minimum Lot Size 10,000 Square Feet (R-1- 10,000) Zones; to the south is the Multiple Residential -Maximum Lot Size 8,000 Square Feet -30 Unit (R -3-8,000-30U) Zone; to the east is the R-1- 10,000 Zone; and to the west is the R -3-8,000-15U Zone. 2 (e) The application request is to install a telecommunications facility consisting of the following equipment: two quadpolar antennas concealed within a monocypress that will be approximately 40 feet tall; four equipment cabinets; and a six foot tall wall enclosure. Each antenna will be five feet tall by six inches wide by two inches. The equipment cabinets will be hidden behind an existing wall that is four feet tall. However, it is possible that the wall height will increase by two feet to screen the equipment cabinets completely. Therefore, the total height of the wall may be six feet. If it is not possible to add height to the existing wall, a new wall will be constructed at six feet. The six-foot height will occur at the northeast side of the wall and at the portion of the wall adjacent to Diamond Bar Boulevard for 10 lineal feet. Conditional Use Permit (f) The proposed use is allowed within the subject zoning district with the approval of a Conditional Use Permit complies with all other applicable provisions of the Development Code and the Municipal Code; The purpose of the Conditional Use Permit is to provide a process for reviewing specified activities and uses identified in a zoning district whose effect on the surrounding area cannot be determined before being proposed for a particular location. The proposed unmanned wireless telecommunications facility is permitted in the R -3-8,000-1U Zone with a Conditional Use Permit and as amended herein will comply with all other applicable provisions of the Development Code and the Municipal Code. (g) The proposed use is consistent with the General Plan and any applicable specific plan; The project site has a General Plan land use designation of Medium High Density Residential (RMH-max 16 du/acre). Objectives and Strategies of the General Plan encourage the establishment of new technology that are deemed environmentally safe and compatible with development. The proposed project is required to comply with Federal regulations regarding radio frequency emissions, thereby considered environmentally safe. The existing telecommunications facility is compatible with the General Plan in that it will only generate a very minimal amount of additional traffic to the neighborhood by infrequent maintenance visits. It will not create a new source of light and noise. It will not be recognizable from Diamond Bar Boulevard because the two quadpolar antennas will be concealed within a monocypress that will be approximately 40 feet tall and the four equipment cabinets will be concealed behind and existing wall. The monocypress will blend in with the existing pine and cyprees tress that are almost or could mature to 40 feet. The installation of antenna sectors and transmission equipment will not result in significant material changes to the character of the project site. As a result, the proposed telecommunication facility's visibility will have a less than significant impact as proposed. 3 (h) The design, location, size and operation characteristics of the proposed use are compatible with the existing and future land uses in the vicinity; The project site is a rectangular shaped hillside lot, sloping up from Diamond Bar Boulevard and approximately 6.75 acres. It is developed with a church facility identified as St. Denis Roman Catholic Church. Permits indicate that construction for the church facility (hall/temporary church) probably began in early 1970s and was completed in the late 1980s. The two quadpolar antennas will be concealed within a monocypress that will be approximately 40 feet tall and the four equipment cabinets will be concealed behind and existing wall. The monocypress will blend in with the existing pine and cyprees tress that are almost or could mature to 40 feet. The installation of antenna sectors and transmission equipment will not result in significant material changes to the character of the project site. It will not be recognizable from Diamond Bar. As a result, the proposed telecommunication facility's visibility will have a less than significant impact as proposed. The telecommunication facility will generate a minimal amount of additional traffic to the neighborhood by infrequent maintenance visits. It does not create a new source of light and noise. The facility will comply with all FCC regulations. Therefore, it is unlikely that the facility will have a negative impact on the single-family residential neighborhood adjacent to the project site. Therefore, the project's design, location, size and operational characteristics, as conditioned, is compatible with the existing and future land uses in the vicinity. (i) The subject site is physically suitable for the type and density/intensity of use being proposed including access, provision of utilities, compatibility with adjoining land uses and the absence of physical constraints; As referenced above in Item (h), the proposed telecommunications facility still meets the required development standards for the R-3-8,000-1 U zone except for height which a Variance application is being processed.. Provisions for utilities exist at the project site. Q) Granting the Conditional Use Permit will not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare, or injurious to persons, property, or improvements in the vicinity and zoning district in which the property is located; As referenced above in Items (f) through (i), the proposed telecommunications facility with the Variance approval and as amended here in will meet the City's minimum development standards. Traffic is minimal. As discussed in Item (h) above, the existing telecommunications facility meets the FCC requirements regarding radio frequency emissions safety and has been installed with the appropriate City permits. Therefore, granting the Conditional Use Permit will not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare, or injurious to persons, property, or improvements in the vicinity and zoning district in which the property is located. 4 (k) The proposed project has been reviewed in compliance with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA); Pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), Section 15070(e) and guidelines promulgated thereunder, Negative Declaration No. 2002-04 has been prepared. Variance (1) There are special circumstances applicable to the property (e.g., location, shape, size, surroundings, topography, or other conditions), so that the strict application of the City's Development Code denies the property owner privileges enjoyed by other property owners in the vicinity and under identical zoning districts or creates an unnecessary and non -self created, hardship or unreasonable regulation which makes it obviously impractical to require compliance with the development standards; Wireless telecommunications is accomplished by linking a wireless network of radio wave transmitting devices such as portable and car phones to the conventional telephone system through series of short-range, contiguous cells. Similar to a honeycomb pattern, a cellular system is composed of many neighboring and inter -connecting "cell site" or geographical areas. Each cell site within the system contains transmitting and receiving antennas that require an appropriate%lear line of sight. In order to have a clear line of sight, antennas must be mounted high enough to overcome challenges proposed by local topography and development. The required height is usually proportional to a combination of distance antennas can cover and the demand for the PCS service within their sphere of influence. The applicant's proposes to install a monocypress at a height of 40 feet that will house two antenna at the northeast portion of the project site adjacent to Diamond Bar Boulevard. According to the applicant, due to the hillside topography, existing structures and dense trees surrounding the project site, the height of the proposed monocypress is necessary in order to obtain an appropriate/clear line of site for transmitting and receiving signals. The installation of antenna sectors and transmission equipment will not result in significant material changes to the character of the project site. As a result, the proposed telecommunication facility's visibility will have a less than significant impact as proposed. Furthermore, the church building exceeds the maximum allowable height of 35 feet, which was permitted by Variance No. 87-320 processed by Los Angeles County. The church building is roofline is at a 40 -foot height and the tower is 49 feet tall. Although the proposed monocypress is taller than the permitted height of structures in the R-3- 8, 000-1 U Zone, the monocypress will blend in with the existing pine and cyprees tress that are almost or could mature to 40 feet. (m). Granting the Variance is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of substantial property rights possessed by other property owners in the same vicinity and zoning districts and denied to theproperty owner for which the Variance is sought; Granting of the Variance allows the proposed telecommunications facility to address the demand of the local network in order to provide seamless service to the increasing number of subscribers. This wireless telecommunications systems will be an invaluable communications tool in the event of emergencies and natural disasters were normal land line communications are often disrupted or inaccessible during and after an event has occurred. Such facilities are a valuable tool in business communication and everyday personal use. Additionally, within the City of Diamond Bar there are other such facilities located within a residential zone. (n) Granting the Variance is consistent with the General Plan and any applicable specific plan; and As referenced in Item (g) above, granting the Variance is consistent with the General Plan. There is no applicable specific plan for this area. (o) The proposed entitlement would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare of the City. The proposed telecommunications facility will comply with all FCC requirements and Building and Safety Division and Public Works Division requirements. As a result, the proposed telecommunications facility will not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare of the City. Development Review (p) The design and layout of the proposed development are consistent with the General Plan, City Design Guidelines, development standards of the applicable district, and architectural criteria for special areas, (e.g. theme areas, specific plans, community plans, boulevards, or planned developments); As referenced above in Items (g), (h), (i) and Q), the existing telecommunications facility as amended herein and with the Variance approval is consistent with the City's Design Guidelines, development standards of the applicable district, and architectural criteria for special areas. Additionally, a specified architectural criterion for the area does not exist. (q) The design and layout of the proposed development will not interfere with the use and enjoyment of neighboring existing or future development, and will not create traffic or pedestrian hazards; As referenced in Items (h above, the design and layout of the proposed telecommunications facility does not interfere with the use and enjoyment of 5 neighboring existing or future development, and does not create traffic or pedestrian hazards. (r) The architectural design of the proposed development is compatible with the characteristics of the surrounding neighborhood and will maintain and enhance the harmonious, orderly and attractive development contemplated by Chapter 22.48 of the City's Development Code, the General Plan, or any applicable specific plan; As referenced in Item (h) above, the architectural design of the proposed telecommunications facilitate with the Variance approval will be compatible with the characteristics of the surrounding neighborhood and maintains and enhances the harmonious, orderly and attractive development contemplated by Chapter 22.48 of the City's Development Code, the General Plan, or any applicable specific plan. (s) The design of the proposed development will provide a desirable environment for its occupants and visiting public as well as its neighbors through good aesthetic use of materials, texture, and color that will remain aesthetically appealing; As referenced above in Item (h) and (1), the design of the existing telecommunications facility provides a desirable environment for a occupants of surrounding residences and visiting public as well as its neighbors through good aesthetic use of materials, texture, and color that will remain aesthetically appealing. (t) The proposed development will not be detrimental to the public health, safety or welfare or materially injurious (e.g. negative affect on property values or resale(s) of property) to the properties or improvements in the vicinity; As referenced in Items (h), (1) and (o)) above, the telecommunications facility is not detrimental to the public health, safety or welfare or materially injurious (e.g. negative affect on property values or resale(s) of property) to the properties or improvements in the vicinity. Based on the findings and conclusions set forth above, the Planning Commission hereby approves the Application subject to the following conditions: (a) The project shall substantially conform to a site plan, sections/ elevations, and landscape/irrigation plan, collectively labeled as Exhibit "A" dated October 8, 2002, as submitted, amended herein and approved by the Planning Commission. (b) 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 granted 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 utilized has obtained permits from the City of Diamond Bar to provide such services. (c) Property owner/applicant shall remove the public hearing notice board within three days of this project's approval. (d) Applicant shall comply with all Federal, state and City regulations. (e) To ensure compliance with all conditions of approval and applicable codes, the Conditional Use Permit/Development Review shall be subject to period review. If non-compliance with conditions of approval occurs, the Planning Commission may review the Conditional Use Permit. The Commission may revoke or modify the Conditional Use Permit. (f) Prior to the issuance of any City permits, the applicant shall submit a revised landscape/irrigation plan delineating the additional five -gallon shrubs to be planted between the existing cypress trees and pine trees to assist in screening the wall. Additionally, said plans shall delineate the replaced of landscaping destroyed during the installation of the monocypress. Replacement landscaping shall match existing on-site plant material. All landscaping/irrigation shall be install prior to final inspection. (g) The monocypress shall not exceed a height of 40 feet. (h) Prior to the issuance of any City permits, the applicant shall submit documentation that the electromagnetic fields (EMFs) from the proposed wireless telecommunications antenna facility will be within the limit approved by the FCC for the City's review and approval. (i) Prior to the issuance of any City permits, the applicant shall submit licenses and approvals to provide wireless telecommunications services to the City. (j) If any work shall occur in the public right- of- way, the applicant shall submit plans for review and approval and obtain an encroachment permit. (k) Prior to the issuance of any City permits, the applicant shall submit a delineating the wall construction, height and material utilized for the City's review and approval . Said wall shall not exceed a height of six feet. (1) All plans shall conform to State and local building codes (i.e. 1998 edition of the California Uniform Building Code, Plumbing Code, Mechanical Code and 1998 edition of the National Electrical Code) as well as the State Energy Code. (m) Proposed monocypress shall be engineered to meet wind loads of 80 m.p.h. with an exposure of "C". (n) All cables shall be installed underground. (o) This grant shall not be effective for any purpose until the permittee and owner of the property involved (if other than the permittee) have filed, within fifteen (15) days of approval of this grant, at the City of Diamond Bar Community and Development Services Department, their affidavit stating that they are aware of and agree to accept all the conditions of this grant. Further, this grant shall not be effective until the permittee pays remaining City processing fees, school fees and fees for the review of submitted reports. (p) If the Department of Fish and Game determines that Fish and Game Code Section 711.4 applies to the approval of this project, then the applicant shall remit to the City, within five days of this grant's approval, a cashier's check of $25.00 for a documentary handling fee in connection with Fish and Game Code requirements. Furthermore, if this project is not exempt from a filing fee imposed because the project has more than a deminimis impact on fish and wildlife, the applicant shall also pay to the Department of Fish and Game any such fee and any fine which the Department determines to be owed. 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: Roman Catholic Church Abp, 3424 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90010, Cingular Wireless, 2521 Michelle Drive, Tustin, CA 92780 and The Consulting Group, 18500 Von Karman, #870, Irvine, CA 92612. APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 22ND OF OCTOBER 2002, BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR. go Joe Ruzicka, Chairman I, James DeStefano, Planning Commission Secretary, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly introduced, passed, and adopted by the Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar, at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission held on the 22nd day of October 2002, by the following vote: ATTEST: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: James DeStefano, Secretary 10 City of Diamond Bar PLANNING COMMISSION Staff Report AGENDA ITEM NUMBER: 7.2 REPORT DATE: September 30, 2002 MEETING DATE: October 8, 2002 CASEIFILE NUMBER: Conditional Use Permit No. 2002-07, Variance No. 2002-02 and Development Review No. 2002-18 APPLICATION REQUEST: To install a wireless telecom- munication facility with antennas mounted on a monocypress approximately 40 feet tall and equipment cabinets. PROJECT LOCATION: St. Denis Roman Catholic Church 2151 S. Diamond Bar Blvd. Diamond Bar, CA 91765 PROPERTY OWNER: Roman Catholic Abp 3424 Wilshire Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90010 APPLICANT: Cingular 2521 Michelle Dr. Tustin, CA 92780 APPLICANT'S AGENT: The Consulting Group, 18500 Von Karman, #870, Irvine, CA 92612. BACKGROUND: The property owner, the Roman Catholic Abp, applicant, Cingular and applicant's agent, The Consulting Group are requesting approval pursuant to Development Code Sections 22.42.130.G.4, 22.58, 22.54 and 22.45 to install a wireless telecommunication 1 facility that includes antennas mounted on a monocypress that will be approximately 40 feet tall and equipment cabinets enclosed by a six foot high wall. The project site is located at 2151 S. Diamond Bar Boulevard. It is a rectangular shaped hillside lot, sloping up from Diamond Bar Boulevard and approximately 6.75 acres. It is developed with a church facility identified as St. Denis Roman Catholic Church. Permits indicate that construction for the church facility (hall/temporary church) probably began in early 1970s and was completed in the late 1980s. The General Plan land use designation for the project site is Medium High Density Residential (RMH-max 16 du/acre) and zoning designation is Multiple Residential - Maximum Lot Size 8,000 Square Feet -1 Unit (R-3-8,000-1 U). Generally, the following zones surround the project site: to the north is the Single Family Residential- Minimum Lot Size 8,000 Square Feet (R-1-8,000) and Single Family Residential -Minimum Lot Size 10,000 Square Feet(R-1-10,000)Zones; to the south is the Multiple Residential - Maximum Lot Size 8,000 Square Feet -30 Unit (R -3-8,000-30U) Zone; to the east is the R-1-10,000 Zone; and to the west is the R -3-8,000-15U Zone. On December 11, 2001, the Planning Commission reviewed a telecommunication facility, submitted by the applicant, for this project site. At that time, the public hearing was continued to February 12, 2002 due to public testimony and Planning Commission discussion. The applicant then decided to withdraw the project in order to seek a better location and design for the proposed telecommunication facility at the subject location. ANALYSIS: Development Review The City's Development Code establishes a Development Review process. The purpose of this process is to establish consistency with the General Plan through the promotion of high aesthetic and functional standards to complement and add to the economic, physical, and social character of the City. The process will also ensure that new development and intensification of existing development yields a pleasant living, working, or shopping environment and attracts the interest of residents, workers, shoppers and visitors as the result of consistent exemplary design. Development Review is within the Planning Commission's review authority. For the proposed project, Development Review is utilized as an architectural/design review assessing aesthetics and functional standards. Conditional Use Permit The Conditional Use Permit allows for specified activities and uses as identified in the various zoning districts whose effect on the surrounding area cannot be determined before being proposed for a particular location. Conditional Use Permit applications are reviewed for the location, design, configuration, and potential impacts to insure that the proposed use will protect the public health, safety and welfare. The Planning Commission is the review authority for this particular application. For the proposed 2 project, a Conditional Use Permit is required because the proposed telecommunication facility is located within a residential zone (R-3-8,000-1 U) and is not architecturally integrated with the building or structure on site so as not be recognized as an antenna. Variance The Variance process is utilized to allow for adjustment from the development standards of the Development Code. The adjustment may be granted because of special circumstances applicable to the property, including location, shape, size, surroundings, topography, or other conditions. The adjustment also may be granted when the strict application of the Development Code denies the property owner privileges enjoyed by other property owners in the vicinity and under identical zoning districts or creates an unnecessary, and non -self created, hardship. Additionally, when unreasonable regulations make it obviously impractical to require compliance with development standards, an adjustment may be granted. Planning Commission is the review authority for the Variance process. For this project, the Variance process is required because the maximum height of a structure within the R-3-8,000-1 U is 35 feet. The proposed telecommunication structure that houses the antenns is proposed at 40 feet. Development Review The proposed telecommunication facility consists of the following equipment: two quadpolar antennas concealed within a monocypress that will be approximately 40 feet tall; four equipment cabinets; and a six foot tall wall enclosure. Each antenna will be five feet tall by six inches wide by two inches. The equipment cabinets will be hidden behind an existing wall that is four feet tall. However, it is possible that the wall height will increase by two feet to screen the equipment cabinets completely. Therefore, the total height of the wall may be six feet. If it is not possible to add height to the existing wall, a new wall will be constructed at six feet. The six-foot height will occur at the northeast side of the wall and at the portion of the wall adjacent to Diamond Bar Boulevard for 10 lineal feet. The wall will then step down to match the existing height of approximately four feet. The extension of the existing wall or the new wall will be stuccoed to match existing structures on site. The proposed telecommunication facility will be located at the front of the church property (southeasterly portion) adjacent to Diamond Bar Boulevard. In this area, six cypress trees and four pine trees are bordering the existing four foot high wall that has been constructed in a backward "L" (J) configuration (see photo simulation and Exhibit "A"). The existing cypress tree located at the wall's corner ("J") will be removed and replaced with the monocypress. All other trees and landscaping will remain. The applicant will be required to add five -gallon size shrubs between the existing cypress trees and pine trees to assist in screening the wall. Replaced will be required for landscaping destroyed during the installation of the monocypress and replacement landscaping will match existing on-site plant material. 3 The proposed facility at the subject location will be unmanned and require routine maintenance once in every four to six weeks utilizing one vehicle and one or two maintenance personnel. As a result, the proposed facility will have no impact on circulation/traffic. The design of the proposed telecommunication facility does not provide for co -location. Co -location requires a separation of approximately 10 feet between antennas from each provider because of the interference issues. The proposed monocypress will not provide adequate space and/or structural stability to accommodate another provider for co -location. If another provider were to co -locate on this facility, the height and diameter of the pole would need to be increased due to structural stability, proper separation and appropriate line of sight for their antennas. According to the applicant, Cingular is a wireless communications network that offers affordable services like voice communication, caller identification, paging, facsimile services, e-mail, video communications, and cellular digital data communications. Eventually, customers may have one single phone number for many of those services, regardless of location. The distance between antenna sites will normally range from 1/2 mile to nine miles, depending on the population density, consumer usage, existing vertical elements and geographical terrain. PCS is digital, offers better quality than an analog system and can handle more calls at a quicker rate. Analog systems are considered first generation. PCS is considered second generation — progress in technology. The equipment height is usually proportional to a combination of the distance antennas can cover and the demand of the PCS service within their sphere of influence. Wireless facilities are located throughout the service area to provide adequate call coverage capacity with quality. According to the applicant, currently Cingular Wireless is experiencing coverage and capacity problems within the area of Diamond Bar. The development of the proposed site will allow Cingular customers improved service in this area. Unlike other land use locations that can be spatially determined, the location of the wire telecommunication facility is based on technical requirements, which include service area, geographic elevations, alignment with neighboring sites and customer demand components. As a result, wireless telecommunication facilities have been located adjacent to and within all major land use categories including residential, commercial, industrial, and open space. In this case, the proposed telecommunication facility is located approximately 100 feet west of the nearest residence. Wireless telecommunication is accomplished by linking a wireless network of radio wave transmitting devices such as portable and car phones to the conventional telephone system through series of short-range, contiguous cells. Similar to a honeycomb pattern, a cellular system is composed of many neighboring and inter- connecting "cell site" or geographical areas. Each cell site within the system contains transmitting and receiving antennas that require an appropriate/clear line of sight. In order to have a clear line of sight, antennas must be mounted high enough to overcome challenges proposed by local topography and development. The required height is n usually proportional to a combination of distance the antennas can cover and the demand for the PCS service within their sphere of influence. Variance Pursuant to the Development Code, the maximum height of a structure within the subject zoning district is 35 feet. The proposed monocypress that will house the antennas will be 40 feet tall. The 40 -foot height is necessary to achieve the line of sight configuration essential for the network. However, the monocypress will blend in with the existing pine and cyprees tress that are almost or could mature to 40 feet. The installation of antenna sectors and transmission equipment will not result in significant material changes to the character of the project site. As a result, the proposed telecommunication facility's visibility will have a less than significant impact as proposed. Furthermore, the church building exceeds the maximum allowable height of 35 feet, which was permitted by Variance No. 87-320 processed by Los Angeles County. The church building's roofline is at a 40 -foot height and the tower is 49 feet tall. Conclusion Wireless telecommunication systems can be an invaluable communications tool in the event of emergencies and natural disasters where normal land line communications are often disrupted or inaccessible during and after an event has occurred. They are a valuable tool in business communication and everyday personal use. The proposed telecommunication facility as designed addresses the demand of the local network to provide seamless service to the increasing number of subscribers. According to the applicant, there are no structures in the immediate area, with property owner interest, that meet the technical height requirements necessary to achieve the line of sight configuration essential to the Cingular network. The selection of prospective sites are not determined only by technical aspects, but rather the accumulation of several factors such as interested property owners, applicable so, and decide, aesthetics, and the ability to construct proposed facility. According to the applicant, Cingular has obtained the necessary permits and authorization from the FCC. The proposed wireless telecommunication facility must operate in full compliance with all State and Federal regulations including the Telecom- munications Act of 1996. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT. Pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), Section 15070(e) and guidelines promulgated thereunder, the City has determined that a Negative Declaration is required for this project. Negative Declaration No. 2002-04 has been prepared. The Negative Declaration's review began September 17, 2002 and ended October 6, 2002. 5 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING: Notice for this project was published in the Inland Valley Bulletin and the San Gabriel Valley Tribune on September 17, 2002. Public hearing notices were mailed to approximately 455 property owners within a 700 -foot radius of the project site on September 13, 2002. Furthermore, the project site was posted with a display board and the public notice was posted in three public places on September 17, 2002. RECOMMENDATIONS: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Conditional Use Permit 2002-07, Variance No. 2002-02, Development Review No. 2002-18, Negative Declaration No. 2002-04, Findings of Fact and conditions of approval as listed within the attached resolution. REQUIRED CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FINDINGS: The proposed use is allowed within the subject zoning district with the approval of a Conditional Use permit/Minor Conditional Use Permit and complies with all other applicable provisions of the Development Code and the Municipal Code; 2. The proposed use is consistent with the General Plan and any applicable specific plan; 3. The design, location, size and operation characteristics of the proposed use are compatible with the existing and future land uses in the vicinity; 4. The subject site is physically suitable for the type and density/intensity of use being proposed including access, provision of utilities, compatibility with adjoining land uses and the absence of physical constraints; Granting the Conditional Use Permit/Minor Conditional Use Permit will not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare, or injurious to persons, property, or improvements in the vicinity and zoning district in which the property is located; and 6. The proposed project has been reviewed in compliance with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). REQUIRED VARIANCE FINDINGS: There are special circumstances applicable to the property (e.g., location, shape, size, surroundings, topography, or other conditions), so that the strict application of the City's Development Code denies the property owner privileges enjoyed by other property owners in the vicinity and under identical zoning districts or creates an unnecessary and non -self created, hardship or unreasonable regulation which makes it obviously impractical to require compliance with the development standards; 2. Granting the Variance is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of substantial property rights possessed by other property owners in the same vicinity and zoning districts and denied to the property owner for which the Variance is sought; 3. Granting the Variance is consistent with the General Plan and any applicable specific plan; The proposed entitlement would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare of the City; and 5. The proposed entitlement has been reviewed in compliance with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). REQUIRED DEVELOPMENT REVIEW FINDINGS: The design and layout of the proposed development arm, consistent with the General Plan, City Design Guidelines, development standards of the applicable district, 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 development will not interfere with the use and enjoyment of neighboring existing or future development, and will not create traffic or pedestrian hazards; The architectural design of the proposed development is compatible with the characteristics of the surrounding neighborhood and will maintain and enhance the harmonious, orderly and attractive development contemplated by Chapter 22.48 of the City's Development Code, the General Plan, or any applicable specific plan; 4. The design of the proposed development will provide a desirable environment for its occupants and visiting public as well as its neighbors through good aesthetic use of materials, texture, and color that will remain aesthetically appealing; 5. The proposed development will not be detrimental to the public health, safety or welfare or materially injurious (e.g. negative affect on property values or resale(s) of property) to the properties or improvements in the vicinity; and 6. The proposed project has been reviewed in compliance with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Prepared by: ArpIn J. Lu u, Associate anner Attachments: 1. Draft resolution; 2. Exhibit "A" - site plan, elevations and sections, dated October it, 2002; 3. Photo simulation showing existing and the facility installed; 4. Cingular Map delineating current coverage without and with the proposed project; 5. Application; and 6. Correspondence dated Sept. 14, 2002 from the resident of 1939 Silver Hawk Drive. M i OLVIOND Rrflb a C/ TY OF DIAMOND BAR— COMMUNITY & DEVELOPMENTrw a FPL M t S - SERVICES DEPARTMENTIPLANNING DIVA f4� t N 21825 E. COPLEY DRIVE DIAMOND BAR, CA 91765 Datc Recd 909 396 5676 FAX 909 8613117 FOR ern• osr - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION Record Owner Name Roman Catholic Abp. (Lastnamefirs)Ellen Kolin Add.u3424 Wilshire Blvd City Los Angeles, CA Zip 90010 Phone( 909-861-7106 Fax ( ) Applicant Cingular—Mark Rivera (Last ninne first) 2521 Michelle Dr Tustin, CA 92780 Phone( ) 714-734-7300 Fax ( )714-734-7530 Apphoant's Agent The Consulting.Group (Last name first) 18500 Von Karman, 870 Irvine, CA 92612 Phone( j714-478-7439 not ( )949-477-3063 NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to notify the City in writing processing of this can. of soy change Of the principals involved during the (Anacb sirpente sheincl if necessary, iecld Corporations.) u ing names, ad lnm, and aignanaes of membersof partnerships, joint vmnaes, and &mctors of Content I certify that I am the owner of the herein described property and permit rhe applicant ro fde this regaeiL Signed - L..�/ (All record owners) Date 5-1 O .=Z Cer4l-xonorr 1, the undersigned, hereby eeyWfy underpenahy ofperjary that the information hereinprovided is correct to the of my knowledge PrmIN=, John Halminski—The Consulting Group (Apphumt ce Agent) . Signed (Applicant or Agent) Location - ) Diamond Bar Blvd. , Diamond Bar, (Street address or tract and lot number) Zoning� 81000 O Date T , 1 _. `�/ ' T it CA 91765 House Numbering Map Previous Cases Present Use of Site Religious - Church Use applied for Unmanned Wireless Telecommunications Facility City of Diamond Bar _ CONDITIONAL USE PERMif Project Sin (gross acres) Approximately 300 sgft Project Density n/a Previous Cases Unknown Present Use of Site Religious — Church for Domestic Water Source n/a Method of Sewage Disposal n/a Gradmg of Lots by Applicant? yE$ No x (Show necessary grading design on site pian or teat map) CompanyMistrict Sanitation District Amount Page Two C MMONAL USE PERMiT BURDEN OF) OOF In addition to the information required in the application, the applicant shalt substantiate to the satisfaction of the Planning Commission, the following facts: (answers must be full & complete) A. That the requested use at the location proposed will not: I. Adversely affect the health, peace, comfort or welfare of persons residing or working in the surrounding area, or 2. Be materially detrimental to the use, enjoyment or valuation of property of other persons located in the vicinity of the site, or 3. Jeopardize, endanger or otherwise constitute a menace to the public health, safety or general %Nelfare. The project will not adversely affect, be materially dettrimental, jeopardize or endanger the public health, safety or welfare of any person or property within the surrounding area. B. That the proposed site is adequate in size and shape to accommodate the yards, walls, fences, parking and loading facilities, landscaping and other development features prescribed in this Title 22, or as is otherm ise required in order to integrate said use with the uses in the surrounding area. The proposed project site is adequate in size acid shape to accomodate the screen walls, equipment and antennas for our development. C. That the proposed site is adequately served: I By highways or streets of sufficient width and improved as necessaryffito t arry the find and quantity of traffic such use would generate, and By other public or private service facilities as aro squired. The proposed project is adequately served with existing paved streets and will not generate any traffic. The . proposed project also has adequate power and telco services. Restdenua! n / a Total Units Bachelor 1 Bedroom 2 Bdrm. &lager Total Pkg. Cov. Pkg. Uncov. Pkg. Project Size _ 300 sqft Lot Coverage: n/a Densm. n / n Maximum Height: No. of floors: n/a Sq. Footage 3 00 sqft Non-rcsidenual: 300 sqft n/a n/a Sq. ft. am No. of Bldgs. Occupant Load* CUP Burden of Proof - Page I Parking: Landscaping: TotalStandard CampaCt Handicap Sq. feet Grading: Y _ N x Ifyes, Quantity: Cut: Fill: Import: Y _ N_ If yes Quantity: Export: Y _ N— If yes, Quantity: Occupant Load as calculated by the Building & Safery Division is required for all dining, take-out or assembly use, churches, health clubs, theaters, etc. LEGAL DESCRIPTION (all owvership Comprising the proposed lot(s)1pareel(s) _ Please see attached survey 1 of 2 U Area devoted to structures Landscaping/Open spacer Residential ProJcct and (gross am) (No. of lots) Proposed densm (Untts/Acres) Parl,,oF Requited Provided Standard Compact Handicapped Total 0 Conditional Use permG Butden ofProof - Page 2 Staffuse Project No. RMIAL STUDY QUESTIONNAIRE (to be completed by applicant) A. GENERAL INFORMATION Project Applicant (Owner): Project Representative: Cingular Wireless- Mark Rivera John Halminski - The Consult -,inn r.rnnn NAME 2521 Michelle Dr., St#2nd Floor ADDRESS Tustin, CA 92780 714-734-7467 PHONE # FAX# NAME 18500 Von Karman, Suite'870 ADDRESS Irvine, CA 92612 I Action requested and project description: *See attached project description 714-478-7439 PHONE# FAX# Street locationofproject: 2151 S. Diamond Bar Blvd. Pressor use of site Church Pre.iout use of site or structttros: Unknown Pro)cct Descnpttot: + Site Size (total area) b Square Footage (coveted by structures, paving c Numbcr of floors of construction d Amount of off-streetparlongprovided C Landscaping, open space f Propose scheduling g Associated projects b Anticipated incremental development 300 sgft 300 sqft n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a faitW 3Wdy QueYimui,e. Pa[e t i If residential' ioclu As numb of units, acbmlde of tmit sizes (Mul..i tale prigs or rents and type of bouschold size expected) n/a j. If commatial. indicate the type, wbcthcr neighborhood, city or regionally oriented, square footage of sales area and loading facilities. n/a k If industrial, indicate type, estimated employment per shift, and loading facilities n/a 1. If institutional, indicate the major function, estimated employment per shift, estimated occupancy, loading facilities, and commmury benefits to be derived from the project n/a M. If the project involves a variance, conditional use or reaoniag application, slate this and indicate clearly why the Application is required, Conditional UserPermit — A conditional use permit is requied because there is an existing CUP on the property and our facility intensifies the use previously approved for the site. G Plcase list all previous cams (if any) related to this project: n/a List rclated permiVapprovals required. Specify" and grantmg agency. _n/a 8 Arc You planning future phases of this project?x Y N U Yes, exp lain q Present zonmg R-3 8,000 10 Water and sewer service n/a Domestic public Water Sewers Does service exist at site? Y— N_ Y_ N If ves, do purveyors have capacity to meet demand of Project aid all other approved projects? Y_, N_, Y N_ biiel Study Qumrimmi, Pass 2 If domestic water or public & is am not available, bow will these services be , sided?. n/a 11. Residential projects: n/a IL Number and type of units: 12. b. Floor area of each unit: C. Number of floors 'I Schools: What school district(s) serves the propertyq Are existing school facilities adequate to meet project needs? YES— NO_ If not, what provisions will be made for additional classrooms? Non-residential projects: (commercial, industrial, institutioml) a. Distance to nearest residential use or sensitive use (school, hospital, etc.) App. 150 ft b. Number and floor area of buildings: n/a C, Number of employees and shifts: unmanned d Maximum employees per shift: n/a C Operating hours: 24 hrs/7 days/week f Community benefit to be derived from project: The citizens of Diamond Bar whom live or work within the surrounding area of 2151 S. Diamond Bar Blvd and are Cingular customers will have continuos coverage. g ItienIdN any. End products n/a Waste products . Means of disposal b Do project operations use, store or produce hazardous substances such as oil, peaticides, chemicals, pamts, or radioactive materials? YES NO x If yes, explain khat StudY Queilenaaoe - Ar 3 Do your operations require any pressotaed tanks? YES __ NO X If yes, explain j. Identify any flammable, reactive Or explosive materials to be located un -site. n/a k. Will delivery or shipment trucks travel through residential area to teach the nearest highway? If yes, explain 13 Associated Projects n/a 14 Anucipated incremental development n/a YES _ NO X 15 Ifrc>ideniW. include the number ofunits, schedule ofunit sizes n/a 16 ll commercial, indicate the type, whether neighborhood, city or regionally oriented Of sales arca and loading facilities. . rqui re footage n/a 17 If industrial, indicate type, estimated employment per spilt, and loading facilities n/a 18 If institutional, indicate the major function, estimated emphrymmt per shift, estimated occupancy, loading facilities, and community benefits m be derived from the projeet. . n/a ieaiatSWdy Qudiamaie-tba4 - B. ENVIRONMENTAL DwoRMATION (to be completed by applicant) 1. Environmental Setting -Project Site IL Existinguse/saiietum religiuos - church b. Topograpby/slopes n/a `c. Vegetation `d Animals n/a •e. Watercourses n/a f Culnud%ictoricalren/a unknown g Other Environmental Setting — Surrounding At= a Emstmg uses structures (types, densities): church S church rectory b. Topograpby/slopes n/a `c. Vegetation n/a `d Animals n / a Indiat Study Quriwmdro. PW 5 ►e. Watercourses n/a f Culmr&Vhistoricalresouroea unknown g Other n/a Answers are not required if the area does not contain natural, undeveloped land. 3. Are there any major trees on the site, including oak trees, walnut trees, sycamore, California pepper and arroyo willow? YES_ NO u ves, type and number: 4 Will any natural watercourses, sarface flow patterns, etc„ be YES NO changed through project development?: IfNes, explain: —' 5 Grading Will the project require grading? YESNO X If yes, how many cubic yards? Will it be balanced on-site? M NO U not balanced, where will dirt.be obtained or deposited? G Are there anv identiLable hndsliles or other major geologic hazards an the Property (including ®compacted fifl)l UYES yes, explain: _ NO X -- Is the ProPerty located within a high fire hazard area (hillsides with moderately dense vegetatim)T YES _ NO X Distance to nearest fire station: —_ leiui BcdY Qaailioaoa6►. pap 6 8. Noise: Existing noise sources at site: Existing noise is generated from auto traffic 9. on Diamond Bar Blvd. Noise or vibration to be generated by project: Minimal noise ge Norse levels.are A/C condensers. Fumes: Odors generated by project: n / a Could toxic f®es be generated? n / a 10. Dust: Dust, ash, or smoke generated by project: n / a ] 1. What energy -conserving designs or material will be used? n/a ated by proposed project. CERTTFICATIO I hereby certilj• that the statements fiunished above and in the attached exhibits present the data and information required for this initial evaluation to the best of my ability, and that the facts, statements, and information presented are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. �7// A Z - Date Signature For: [!,nq�/i✓ �i/i/z�ft iaiial Su* Qurioaagse - Pate 7 Record Owner Name Roman Catholic Abp (Last name first) Addres93424 Wilshire Blvd CITY OF DIAMOND BAR COMMUNITY AND DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT/Planning Division 21825 E. Copley Drive Diamond Bar, CA 91765 Phone(909)396-5676 Fax(909)861-3117 D ADMINISTRATIVE DEVELOPMENT REVIEW RD DEVELOPMENT REVIEW APPLICATION Applicant Cingular Wireless (Last name first) 2521 Michelle Dr City_ Los Angeles, CA Tustin, CA Zip 90010 Phone( ) 909-861-7106 Fax ( 92780 Phone( )714-734-7 00 Fax( )714-734-7530 na�.orfn tt—f By - Date Recd :✓c 7 - FOR CITY OSE Applicant's Agent The Consulting Group (Last name first) 18500 Von Karman, #870 Irvine, CA 92612 Phone( 1714-478-7439 Fax( P49-477-2370 An application fee in accordance with Section 22.44.040 of the Municipal Code must accompany this Application. The application fee is either a flat fee or a deposit plus payment of the City's processing costs computed on an hourly basis. The applicable fee or deposit amount for this application is indicated above. If it is a deposit, the applicant shall pay any processing costs that exceed the amount of the deposit prior to issuance of the permit; If processing costs are less than the deposit, a refund will be paid. NOTE: It Is the applicant's responsibility to notify the City in processing of this case. (Attach separate sheet, if necessan partnerships, joint ventures, and directors of corporations.) writing of any change of the principals involved during the including names, addresses, and signatures of members of Consent of Owners: I certify that/ am the owner of the herein -described property and permit the applicant to file this request Print Name recoro owners) S a n SigneCc �o,c 0 oS{ Date IA. recor„ wnerSr 1 Certification of Applicant: 1, the undersigned, hereby certify under penalty of perjury that the information herein provided is correct to the best of my knowledge. Print Name John Halminski - The Consulting Group IAppiirant or gpentl Sinned 1NppuCant or Agent) -- %/22 /L Z Location 2151 Diamond Bar Blvd. 9reei adores or tract and lot number) Zoning R-3 61000 House Numbering Map/aerial Previous Cases unknown Present Use of Site Religious -Church Use applied for Conditional Use Permit/Variance City of Diamond Bar DEVELOPMENT REVIEW/ADMINISTRATIVE DEVELOPEMNT REVIEW APPLICATION LEGAL DISCRIPTION (AII ownership comprising the proposed lot(s)/parcel(s). See Plans Area devoted to structures 300 sq. ft % Landscaping/Open spacen/a % Project Size/(gross square feet): 300 sq.ftLot Coverage n/a % proposed density n/a (Units/Acres) Style of Architecture monocypress Number of Floors Proposed n/a Grading under 50 cubic yards n Cu; /a impor, n/a Export, r./a Retaminc Walis Maximum Exposed Height n/a Complete pages 3 and 4 Burden of Proof Slope of Roof n/a If Yes, Quantity Fill n/a If Yes, Quantity If Yes, Quantity TREE PRESERVATION STATEMENT [ ] The subject property is % acre or less and is exempt from Tree Preservation Requirements. d" { The subject property contains no native oak, walnut, sycamore, willow, or naturalized California Pepper trees. [1Q The subject property contains one or more oak, walnut, sycamore, willow, or naturalized California Pepper trees. The applicant anticipates that no activity (grading and/or construction) will take place within five (5) feet of the outer dripline of any oak, walnut, sycamore, willow, or naturalized California Pepper tree. [ ] The subject property contains one or more oak, walnut, sycamore, willow, or naturalized California Pepper trees. The applicant states that activity (grading and/or construction) will take place within five (5) feet of the outer dripline of any oak, walnut, sycamore, willow, or naturalized California Pepper tree. A Tree Permit has been or will be applied for prior to any activity taking place on the property. (Applicant's Signature) (Date) 6e. D:WORD-LINDA\FORMS\TREE STATEMENT fe v., a,, A-e,t * Cy? ne.�s) DEVELOPMENT REVIEW AND ADMINISTRATIVE DEVELOPMENT REVIEW BURDEN OF PROOF In addition to the information required in the application, the applicant shall substantiate to the satisfaction of the Planning Division/Planning Commission the following facts: (Answers must be detailed and complete. Attach additional sheets of paper if necessary.) 1. The design and layout of the proposed development are consistent with the General Plan, 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 of the site is meant to blend into the natural landscape in that it is situated in an existing grove of live italian rvnress trepc 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 design and layout of the proposed development will not interfere with the uqP andenjoyment-, of neighboring existing ar fnturadeVplopments and will not rrpntp traffic or ppdeRi—ri An ha Arr1C 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 the Development Code, General Plan, or any applicable specific plan; ne aesign o topropose evelopment l.s compatible w> e character of the surrounding neighborhood and will maintain and Pnhanrp the harmnninus nrdprlv and and attractive development rnntemnl tell by Tlpir Inn t r dp C'PnPrR1 Plan ar ap.plirahlp °12E_Ciflc I The design of the proposed development will provide a desirable environment for its occupants and visiting Public as well as it neighbors through good aesthetic use of materials, texture and color, and will remain aesthetically appealing. and The design of the monocypress will provide a desirable environment i.7• • •• •••• aps lx.e-tla• a. - rl -a. a aesthetically anngniiip, 3 5. The proposed development will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare or materially injurious (e.g., negative affect on the property values or resale(s) of property) to the properties or improvements in the vicinity. The proposed project will not be materially detrimental to the public health, safetor welfare or materially injurious to the properties or improvements in the vicinitv. M COMAUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT = , 21660 E. Copley Drive Suite 190 (909)396-5676 Fax (909)861-3117 �* < r.. VARIANCE APPLICATION Record Owner Applicant None Rcman Catholic Abp Cingular-Mark Rivera (Last tame fust) (Lan name first) Addruj3424 Wilshire Blvd 2521 Michelle Dr City Los Angeles, CA Tustin, CA Zp90010 92780 FPL X Deposit $ Receipt# By Date Recd Applicant's Agent The Consulting Group (Last name first) 18500 Von Karman, #870 Irvine, CA 92612 Phone( )909-861-7106 ph,.( )714-734-7300 phone( )714-478-7439 <�) �A•r • Gni 9G3 I3S3O NOTE: It is thea applicant's {<Ax '"WK• 9+f9 587 Gro3 PP responsibility the prom notify the Community Development Director in writing of any change of the principals involved during the processing of this case. (Attach separate sheet, if neceaury, including names, addresses, and signatures of members of partnerships, joint ventures, and directon of corporations.) Consent: I cerdfy that I am the owner of the herein described property and permit the applicant to frit this request. Signed %. (All record owners) Date 7 - ,� 1;)-Q a Cerrification: I, the undersigned, hereby cen fy under penalty of perjury that the information herein provided is correct to the best of my knowledge. Pnnt Namr jth.,_ (-ic�i.-,•. .-t plc• (AppLcant or Agent) n 9 Signed Date..- (App6cant or Agem)- I�,coo Diamond Bar Blvd., Diamond Bar, CA 91765 (Strew addict or tract and lot number) bwweco and . (Strew) (Speer) Zonmg R 81000 HNM Project Size (gross Acres) Approx. 300 sq.ft. Project Density n/a Previous Cases Unknown Present Use of Site Religious -Church Use applied for Unmanned wireless facility VARIANCE CASE -BURDEN OF PROOF , In addition to the information required in the application, the applicant shall substantiate to the satisfaction of the Planning Commission, the following facts: A. That the ragnmted use at the location proposed will not I. Advetsdy &}feet the health, peace, comfort or welfare or Persons residing or wonting in the surrounding area, or 2. Be materially detrimental to the use, enjoyment or valuation of property of other persons located in the vicinity of the site, or 3. Jeopardize. endangerendangeror other wise constitute a welfare. menace to the public health, safety or. general The proposed project will not adversely affect, be materially detrimental, jeopardize or endanger the public health, safety or welfare of any person or property within the surrounding area. B • That the proposed site is adequate in sire and +haPe to accommodate the Yards, walls, fences, parking and loading facilities, landscaping and other development features prescribed in this Ordinan otherwise required in order to integrate said use with the uses in the surroundingca, or as is The pro.20sed project site is adequate in size shape to accomodate the equipment and antennas for this project. �— C. That the proposed site is adequately served: 1. By highways or streets of sufficient width and improved as necessary fo carry the hind and quantity of traffic such use would generate. and 2. By other public or private service facilities as are required. The proposed project is adequately se _rued with existing paved streets and will not generate any traffic. The proposed project also has adequate Power and telephone service. D. That there are special cLrcu scan ss or or exceptional characteristics applicable to the Property involved, such sin, shape. topography, locationnga, in the same vicinity and under identical zoning classification. which aro not gmn+Uy applicable to other properties R / , / / / / "-EXISTING / PARKING— / / / / \ \ � J \ 1 ` / S / / / l / 1 / r / / / "'NG PARKII € ARKING—y EXISTING ST. DENIS .I RECTORY EXISTING ST. VENIS COURTYARD ! E\A5DE GIs M14- \ \EXISTING TElCO \ P.O.C. P EXISTING / UTILITY POLE fkt--EXIS N PARKIN 1 , C YI_ LI �E VVI€iEE.ESS -; Q ryw 2 EXISTING STEEPLE \ ,/ oON 1 % AR \ r / n \ / 'PKING <\ � - \\ i r// ,,/ /'•. OAP 1/ i Pd �o ti a, Fo�Q'�o6y PROPRIETARY INFORMATION THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS SET OF CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS IS PROPRIETARY BY NATURE. ANY USE OR DISCLOSURE OTHER THAN THAT WHICH RELATES TO CINGULAR WIRELESS IS STRICTLY PROHIDITED, DATE: 3/20/02 ARCHITECT:ROJORQUEZ k ANDERSON DRAWN BY: T.1d. CHECKED BY: JDA REVISIONS REY I DATE I DESCRIPTION BY A-1 U) 0 J� �m LILI � I..E.I U 12 UNDERGROUND ROUTE IN NEW C.W. CYPRESS (WITH CONCEALED ANTENNAS) TO REPLACE EXISTING CYPRESS (PAINT AND TEXTURE ANTENNAS TO MATCH PROPOSED CYPRESS TREE) P.O.C. EXISTNG CYPRESS AND PINE TREES EXISTING AERIAL POWER LINES N 30' 20' 10' 0 30' SCALE: I' - 30'-0' x EC 0 0 J IL 0 C 00 N N L,J Q < LJ 0 J � J 2 Q U U � Z N f~fl N €— �� o a�mm M Q7 UD mov. u W m 0 v�cy W W unE V c Ea!C w 91 Uw pHW p N Z Z a LU 0. LU ash 0 Z t�R 016 $ SITE NUMBER: SB-106--01-P11-131 SITE TYPE: CYPRESS ANTENNA INSTALLATION LOCATION: ST. DENIS CHURCH 2151 S. DIAMOND BAR BLVD. DIAMOND BAR, CA 91765 mat FDNEPTUAT SHEET NUMBER: A-0.1 SITE PLAN 5C:ALE: 3 I"-30' —0" I I Location: 2151 S. Diamon Blvd. Site Number: SB -106-01 Diamond Bar, CA View Looking West From Sidewalk AGENDA ITEM NUMBER: REPORT DATE: MEETING DATE: CASE/FILE NUMBER: APPLICATION REQUEST: PROPERTY LOCATION: PROPERTY OWNERS/ APPLICANT: BACKGROUND: City of Diamond Bar PLANNING COMMISSION Staff Report Ex October 14, 2002 October 22, 2002 Development Review No. 2002-24 A request to remodel and add approximately 1,487 square feet to an existing 2,512 square feet two- story single-family residence including the porch and two car garage 21925 Tolani Court (Lot 10, Parcel Map No. 3672) David and Susan Victoria 21925 Tolani Court Diamond Bar, CA 91765 The property owners, David and Susan Victoria, are requesting approval of an Application to remodel and add approximately 1,487 square feet to an existing 2,512 square feet two- story single-family residence including the porch and two car garage. The project's address is 21925 Tolani Court, Diamond Bar. It is a nearly rectangular shaped lot. The existing parcel was approved by Parcel Map No. 3672, Lot 10, as .22 acres. The original structure was approved in 1973. The project site is zoned R-1-10,000 for single-family residence. Its General Plan Land Use designation is Low Density Residential (RL), max. 3 du/acre. Generally, the R-1-10,000 Zone surrounds the subject site. REVIEW AUTHORITY Pursuant to Development Code, Section 22.48.020.A(1), Development Review by the Planning Commission is required for projects involving a building permit for reconstruction and additions to structures that are equal to 50 percent or greater of the floor area of the existing structures on the site. Therefore, the addition of 1,487 square feet to an existing 2,512 square feet structure is subject to the discretionary Development Review process. The purpose of this review process is to establish consistency with the General Plan through the promotion of high aesthetic and functional standards to complement and add to the economic, physical, and social character of the City. The process will also ensure that new development and intensification of existing development yields a pleasant living, working, or shopping environment and attracts the interest of residents, workers, shoppers and visitors as the result of consistent exemplary design. The review uses the City's Design Guidelines and the City's Development Code to promote development that respects the physical and environmental characteristics of the community and the site. ANALYSIS: DEVELOPMENT REVIEW • General Plan and Design Guidelines The General Plan has two strategies relating to compatibility within the Land Use Element: 1. Strategy 1.2.4 - Maintain residential areas which provide ownership for single-family housing and require that new development be compatible with the prevailing character of the surrounding neighborhood; and 2. Strategy 2.2.1 - Requires that new developments be compatible with surrounding land uses. The City's Design Guidelines state that compatibility with adjacent uses is a primary objective. Projects should be designed to minimize negative impacts on surrounding uses. Compatibility equates to the Development Code standards including setbacks, height, on- site parking, site coverage, site planning, lot and pad size, architectural design, landscaping, mass, bulk, and the impact to other properties, etc. Just because a structure is larger does not mean it is incompatible with the surrounding single-family residences. Cases brought before the Planning Commission are analyzed on a case by case basis and the evaluation takes all the above into consideration. This proposed product is one of the largest single-family residences in the area of Silver Hawk Drive and Tolani Court. However, in the following discussions staff endeavors to show how this project conforms to the General Plan, Design Guidelines, and the Development Code when considering all the elements described above and when compared to the other properties in the vicinity. 6 •, Development Standards The following is a comparison of City development standards and the project's proposed development standards: The Application's standards meet City standards. There are a total of three bedrooms plus the potential of the office as a bedroom with a two car garage and driveway. Staff anticipates adequate parking for this remodel. • Site Planning A guiding principal for good site planning is that the siting and design of structures and landscaping should ensure that all blend into the terrain and do not dominate the landform as seen from lower elevations. Tolani Court is at the top of the grade and consists of level pads at the street. The pads in the surrounding tracts on Silver Hawk Drive and Santaquin Drive have terraced graded pads and many have slopes in the rear and side yards. The Application's addition of square footage is in the rear and side of the flat pad. At the rear of the Application's flat pad is the neighbors slope on Santaquin Drive. The Application is extending the two-story structure to a rear setback of 21 feet (minimum is 20 feet) and the minimum side setback of 10 feet, and it also meets the 15 feet between structures on adjoining parcels. The site coverage is approximately 29 percent of the .22 acre site. The siting of the structure follows the guiding principal and does not dominate the landform as seen from lower elevations. 3 City's Development Standards Project's Development Standards 1. Setbacks (main structure): 1. Setbacks (main structure): • Front yard -20 feet from property line • Front yard- 21 feet from property line • Side -yards -5 feet & 10 feet minimum • Side yards- 5.5 feet and 10 feet from from property line, and 15 feet between property line, and meets the 15 feet structures on adjoining parcels between structures on adjoining parcels • Rear yard -20 feet minimum from • Rear yard -21 feet from property line property line • Site Coverage -overall maximum 40% • Site Coverage -Approximately 29% 2. Building Height: 2. Building Height: • Maximum 35 feet • Maximum approximately 21.75 feet 3. Parking: 3. Parking: Minimum two -car garage with each bay Existing two car garage 23.5'Wx20'L plus minimum 10'Wx20'L driveway The Application's standards meet City standards. There are a total of three bedrooms plus the potential of the office as a bedroom with a two car garage and driveway. Staff anticipates adequate parking for this remodel. • Site Planning A guiding principal for good site planning is that the siting and design of structures and landscaping should ensure that all blend into the terrain and do not dominate the landform as seen from lower elevations. Tolani Court is at the top of the grade and consists of level pads at the street. The pads in the surrounding tracts on Silver Hawk Drive and Santaquin Drive have terraced graded pads and many have slopes in the rear and side yards. The Application's addition of square footage is in the rear and side of the flat pad. At the rear of the Application's flat pad is the neighbors slope on Santaquin Drive. The Application is extending the two-story structure to a rear setback of 21 feet (minimum is 20 feet) and the minimum side setback of 10 feet, and it also meets the 15 feet between structures on adjoining parcels. The site coverage is approximately 29 percent of the .22 acre site. The siting of the structure follows the guiding principal and does not dominate the landform as seen from lower elevations. 3 • Size, Mass, and Bulk of the Structure The single-family residences along Silver Hawk Drive and Tolani Court are one and two- story shed roof structures. There are many two-story homes for comparison. The Application proposes 3,999 gross square feet and a livable of 3,314. The livable square footage of the homes in the Silver Hawk Drive and Tolani Court area range from 1,395 to 2,719 square feet (excludes garage, decks, patios, porches, etc.)l Because of the terraced pads and landscaping in the surrounding area, the proposed structure will not dwarf the surrounding homes. • Landscaping A landscaping plan was not submitted with the Application. However, front yard landscaping is often destroyed during a remodel of this magnitude. Therefore, a front yard landscape/irrigation plan is required as a condition of approval. The plan is required to delineate the type of planting materials, color, size, quantity and location. The landscaping/irrigation is required to be installed or replaced per the plan prior to the Planning Division's final inspection or the issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy. Additionally, it is noted for the Applicant that any walls, gates, fountains, etc. that may be proposed within the front setback shall not encroach into the street's dedicated easement; nor, shall any such structure or dense plant material proposed within the front setback exceed a maximum height of 42 inches. • Architectural Design Features and Colors The proposed single-family residence's modern architectural style is maintained. The project uses architectural styling with the use of courtyard, single -story bay -like windows and single -story garage; stucco; wood and brick trim at the street elevation; and layering of materials and finishes via multi-levels of roof lines using Mission roof tile to add texture and contrast. The use of these materials provides variety and interest. The color board is Attachment No. 5. The proposed project's architectural design and palette are compatible with the architectural style of other homes within the tract. The Application is consistent with the General Plan, City's Design Guidelines, and the Development Code. • Floor Plans The proposed single-family structure is one to two stories. Basically, this addition enlarges all rooms and adds the master bedroom, bath and walk -in -closet upstairs and a large living 1 Information for square footage comes from the City's Assessor information. This square footage is a livable calculation and does not include, decks, patios, garages, balconies, or accessory structures. The Development Code requires that gross square footage be calculated for applications and site coverage criteria, which includes the above. Ll room with fireplace, family room, and office on the first floor. There are two remaining bedrooms, laundry, dining room, and kitchen. • Covenant and Agreement As with many approvals, it is a condition of approval that the owner is required to complete and record a "Covenant and Agreement to Maintain a Single-family Residence" on a form to be provided by the City. The covenant must be completed and recorded with the Los Angeles County Recorder's Office prior to the issuance of a building permit. SITE WORK The subject reconstruction/remodel is on the existing pad. No grading or retaining walls are anticipated. Should it be necessary to work more than 50 cubic yards of earth, the Public Works Division will require a grading/drainage plan. Best Management Practices requirements (BMP's) are not required to be incorporated into the project plans. However, BMP's must be implemented for construction activities related to this project to comply with the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) regulations. PRESERVED/PROTECTED TREES Per Development Code 22.38.060(H), parcels of Yz acre or less are exempted from Preserved and Protected Tree regulations. Therefore, the subject parcel at .22 acres is exempt. VIEW IMPACT The Application is a two-story home. The neighboring parcels are single-family residences of both one and two stories. By maintaining the height limits of the Development Code, the proposed remodel is not considered an impact to the view corridor of surrounding properties. COMPATIBILITY TO THE SURROUNDING AREA Taking into consideration the above elements; such as, development standards, site planning, lot and pad size, architectural design, landscaping, mass of structure, view impact and site work, staff believes this project is compatible to its neighbors and the surrounding area. 5 ADDITIONAL REVIEW The Public Works Division and the Building and Safety Division reviewed this project. Their comments are included in both the report and the draft Resolution's conditions of approval. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING: On October 8, 2002, 71 property owners within a 500 -foot radius of the project site were notified by mail. On October 11, 2002, notification of the public hearing for this project was made in the San Gabriel Valley Tribune and Inland Valley Daily Bulletin newspapers; and a notice of public hearing on a display board was posted at the site and displayed for at least 10 days before the public hearing; and three other sites were posted within the vicinity of the application. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT: Pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the City has determined that the proposed project is Categorically Exempt pursuant to the guidelines of the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970 (CEQA), Section 15301(e)(2)(A). RECOMMENDATIONS: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Development Review No. 2002- 24, Findings of Fact, and conditions of approval, as listed within the attached resolution. REQUIRED DEVELOPMENT REVIEW FINDINGS: 3. 9 The design and layout of the proposed development is consistent with the General Plan, development standards of the applicable district, design guidelines, and architectural criteria for specialized area (e.g., theme areas, specific plans, community plans, boulevards, or planned developments); The design and layout of the proposed development will not interfere with the use and enjoyment of neighboring existing or future development, and will not create traffic or pedestrian hazards; The architectural design of the proposed development is compatible with the characteristics of the surrounding neighborhood and will maintain and enhance the harmonious orderly and attractive development contemplated by Chapter 22.48, the General Plan, City Design Guidelines, or any applicable specific plan; The design of the proposed development will provide a desirable environment for its occupants and visiting public; as well as, its neighbors through good aesthetic use of materials, texture, and color that will remain aesthetically appealing; The proposed project will not be detrimental to the public health, safety or welfare or materially injurious (e.g., negative affect on property values or resale(s) of property) to the properties or improvements in the vicinity; and R 6. The proposed project has been reviewed in compliance with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Prepared by: Linda Kay Smith, Development Services Assistant ATTACHMENTS: 1. Draft Resolution; 2. Application; 3. Tree Statement; 4. Sample Covenant and Agreement; 5. Color Board; 6. Aerial; 7. Photos of site; 8. Exhibit "A" - site plan, floor plan, elevations, dated October 22, 2002. D: WORD-LINDA/PLANCOMM/PROJECTS/DR 02-24 21925 Tolani Court/REPORT DR 02-24 21925... 7 DRAFT ATTACHMENT " 1" PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2002-xx A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR APPROVING DEVELOPMENT REVIEW NO. 2002-24 AND CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION 15301(e)(2)(A), A REQUEST TO REMODEL AND ADD APPROXIMATELY 1,487 SQUARE FEET TO AN EXISTING 2,512 SQUARE FEET TWO-STORY SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE INCLUDING THE PORCH AND TWO CAR GARAGE. THE PROJECT SITE IS LOCATED AT 21925 TOLANI COURT (LOT 10, PARCEL MAP NO. 3672), DIAMOND BAR, CALIFORNIA. A. Recitals The property owners, David and Susan Victoria, have filed an application to approve Development Review No. 2002-24, for a property located at 21925 Tolani Court (Lot 10, Parcel Map No. 3672), Diamond Bar, Los Angeles County, California, as described in the title of this Resolution. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Development Review and Categorical Exemption shall be referred to as the "Application." 2. On October 8, 2002, 71 property owners within a 500 -foot radius of the project site were notified by mail. On October 11, 2002, notification of the public hearing for this project was made in the San Gabriel Valley Tribune and Inland Valley Daily Bulletin newspapers; a notice of public hearing on a display board was posted at the site and displayed for at least 10 days before the public hearing; and three other sites were posted within the vicinity of the application. 3. On October 22, 2002, the Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar conducted and concluded a duly noticed public hearing on the Application. B. Resolution NOW, THEREFORE, it is found, determined and resolved by the Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar as follows: The Planning Commission hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals, Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct. 2. The Planning Commission hereby determines that the project identified above in this Resolution is categorically exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970 (CEQA) and guidelines promulgated thereunder. This is pursuant to Section 15301(e)(2)(A) of Article 19 of Chapter 3, Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations. DRAFT ATTACHMENT "1" 3. The Planning Commission hereby specifically finds and determines that, having considered the record as a whole including the findings set forth below, and changes and alterations which have been incorporated into and conditioned upon the proposed project set forth in the Application, there is no evidence before this Planning Commission that the project proposed herein will have the potential of an adverse effect on wild life resources or the habitat upon which the wildlife depends. Based upon substantial evidence, this Planning Commission hereby rebuts the presumption of adverse effects contained in Section 753.5 (d) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations. 4. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth herein, this Planning Commission, hereby finds as follows: (a) The project relates to a parcel at 21925 Tolani Court (Lot 10, Parcel Map No. 3672), Diamond Bar, California. The project site is approximately .22 gross acres. It is a nearly rectangular shaped lot with an existing two-story single-family residence. (b) The General Plan Land Use designation is Low Density Residential (RL), max. 3 du/acre. The project site is zoned Single -Family Residence, R-1-10,000. (c) Generally, the R-1-10,000 Zone surrounds the subject site. (d) The Application is a request to remodel and add approximately 1,487 square feet to an existing 2,512 square feet two-story single-family residence including the porch and two car garage. DEVELOPMENT REVIEW (e) The design and layout of the proposed development are consistent with the General Plan, development standards of the applicable district, design guidelines, and architectural criteria for specialized area (e.g., theme areas, specific plans, community plans, boulevards, or planned developments. The project site, currently developed with a two-story, single-family residence, was established before the adoption of the City's General Plan and current Development Code. The adopted General Plan of July 25, 1995 has a land use designation of Low Density Residential (RL) (max. 3 du/acre). The Application complies with the City's General Plan objectives and strategies related to maintaining the integrity of residential neighborhoods and open space, the current Diamond Bar Development Code, and with the City's Design Guidelines. There is no specific plan. 2 DRAFT ATTACHMENT "1" The proposed project conforms to applicable provisions of the Development Code, the site coverage is less than 40 percent, the project is comparable with the existing neighborhood, it meets the required height limitations and does not encroach into the setbacks. This is a two-story home. The neighboring parcels are one to two story single-family residences and by maintaining the height limits of the Development Code, the proposed remodel is not considered an impact to the view corridor of surrounding properties. (f) The design and layout of the proposed development will not interfere with the use and enjoyment of neighboring existing or future development, and will not create traffic or pedestrian hazards. Diamond Bar Boulevard and Silver Hawk Drive adequately serve the project site. These streets are designed to handle minimum traffic created by residential development. The project site is currently developed with a two-story single-family residence. The proposed reconstruction/remodeling does not change the existing use of a single-family residence. Although the proposed addition enlarges the existing residence, it meets the 35 feet height limitation per the Development Code. Additionally, the Application has a style consistent with surrounding properties. The structure is not expected to unreasonably interfere with the use and enjoyment of neighboring existing or future development with regard to view or traffic. (g) The architectural design of the proposed development is compatible with the characteristics of the surrounding neighborhood and will maintain and enhance the harmonious, orderly and attractive development contemplated by Chapter 22.48, the General Plan, City Design Guidelines, or any applicable specific plan. The proposed single-family residence's modern architectural style is maintained. The project uses architectural styling with the use of courtyard, single -story bay -like windows and single -story garage; stucco; wood and brick trim at the street elevation; and layering of materials and finishes via multi-levels of roof lines using Mission roof tile to add texture and contrast. The use of these materials provides variety and interest. The proposed project's architecture and palette are compatible with the architectural style of other homes within the tract. The Application's design is consistent with the General Plan, City's Design Guidelines, and Development Code. There is no specific plan. 3 DRAFT ATTACHMENT "1" (h) The design of the proposed development will provide a desirable environment for its occupants and visiting public, as well as its neighbors, through good aesthetic use of materials, texture, and color that will remain aesthetically appealing. The colors, materials, and textures proposed are complimentary to the existing homes within the area while offering variety and low levels of maintenance. (i) The proposed project will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare or materially injurious (e.g., negative affect on property values or resale(s) of property) to the properties or improvements in the vicinity. Structural plan check, City permits, inspections, and Fire Department approvals are required for construction. These processes will ensure that the finished project will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare, or materially injurious to the properties or improvements in the vicinity. Additionally, a Covenant and Agreement is required and runs with the land to maintain a single-family residence. Q) The proposed project has been reviewed in compliance with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The environmental evaluation shows that the proposed project is categorically exempt pursuant to the guidelines of the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970 (CEQA), Section 15301(e)(2)(A). Based upon the findings and conclusion set forth above, the Planning Commission hereby approves this Application subject to the following conditions: (a) The project shall substantially conform to site plan, floor plans, and elevations collectively labeled as Exhibit "A" dated October 22, 2002, as submitted to and approved by the Planning Commission and amended herein. (b) The subject site shall be maintained in a condition that is free of debris both during and after the construction, addition, or implementation of the entitlement granted 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 duly permitted waste contractor, who has been authorized by the City to provide collection, transportation, and disposal of solid waste 4 DRAFT ATTACHMENT "1" from residential, commercial, construction, and industrial areas within the City. It shall be the Applicant's obligation to insure that the waste contractor utilized has obtained permits from the City of Diamond Bar to provide such services. PUBLIC WORKS (c) Best Management Practices requirements (BMP's) are not required to be incorporated into the project plans. However, BMP's must be implemented for construction activities related to this project to comply with the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) regulations. BUILDING AND SAFETY (d) The Applicant shall provide temporary sanitation facilities while under construction. (e) A permit for demolition shall be obtained from the South Coast Air Quality Management District. (f) The single-family structure shall meet the 2001 California Codes: Universal Building Code, Universal Plumbing Code, Universal Mechanical Code, and the 2001 National Electrical Code requirements. (g) The single-family structure requires Fire Department approval and is located in "Fire Zone 4" and shall meet the following requirements of that fire zone: (1) All roof covering shall be "Fire Retardant, Class A'; the roofs shall be fire stopped at the eaves to preclude entry of the flame or members under the fire; (2) All enclosed under -floor areas shall be constructed as exterior walls; (3) All openings into the attic, floor, and/or other enclosed areas shall be covered with corrosion -resistant wire mesh not less than '/4 inch nor more than ''/Z inch in any dimension except where such openings are equipped with sash or door; (4) Chimneys shall have spark arresters of maximum '/z inch screen. (h) This single-family structure shall meet the State Energy Conservation Standards. 5 PLANNING DRAFT ATTACHMENT "1" (i) The minimum design wind pressure shall be 80 miles per hour and "C" exposure. Q) Smoke detectors shall be provided in all sleeping rooms. (k) A one-hour wall shall be required between new garage and existing home. (1) Prior to the issuance of any construction permits, the Applicant shall submit construction plans to the Los Angeles County Fire Department for review and approval. (m) Applicant shall submit a soils report if required by the Building Official for the proposed improvements to be reviewed and approved by the City. (n) Due to the site's topography, Applicant shall comply with special design requirements as specified in the California Building Code, Section 18.4.3, building setback, top and toe of slopes. (o) The Applicant shall comply with the requirements of the Fire Department; City Planning, Building and Safety, and Public Works Divisions. (p) A landscape/irrigation plan shall be submitted for the front yard and delineate the type of planting materials, color, size, quantity and location. The landscaping/irrigation shall be installed or replaced in the front yard prior to the Planning Division's final inspection or Certificate of Occupancy issuance. Any walls, gates, fountains, etc. that may be proposed within the front setback shall not encroach into street's dedicated easement or exceed a maximum 42 inches in height. (q) Drainage pattern shall be reviewed and approved by the Public Works Division; surface water shall drain away from the building at a 2% minimum slope. (r) The single-family residence shall not be utilized in a manner that creates adverse effects upon the neighborhood and environmental setting of the residential site to levels of dust, glare/light, noise, odor, traffic, or other disturbances to the existing residential neighborhood and shall not result in significantly adverse effects on public services and resources. The single-family residence shall not be used for commercial/institutional purposes, or otherwise used as a separate DRAFT ATTACHMENT "1" dwelling. The property shall not be used for regular gatherings which result in a nuisance or which create traffic and parking problems in the neighborhood. (s) The owner shall complete and record a "Covenant and Agreement to Maintain a Single-family Residence' on a form to be provided by the City. The covenant must be completed and recorded with the Los Angeles County's Recorder's Office prior to the issuance of a building permit. (t) This grant is valid for two (2) years and shall be exercised (i.e. construction) within that period or this grant shall expire. A one -(1) year extension may be approved when submitted to the City in writing at least 60 days prior to the expiration date. The Deputy City Manager will consider the extension request at a duly noticed public hearing in accordance with Chapter 22.72 of the City of Diamond Bar Development Code. (u) This grant shall not be effective for any purpose until the permittee and owner of the property involved (if other than the permittee) have filed, within fifteen (15) days of approval of this grant, at the City of Diamond Bar Community and Development Services Department, their affidavit stating that they are aware and agree to accept all the conditions of this grant. Further, this grant shall not be effective until the permittee pays remaining City processing fees. (v) If the Department of Fish and Game determines that Fish and Game Code Section 711.4 applies to the approval of this project, then the Applicant shall remit to the City, within five days of this grant's approval, a cashier's check of $25.00 for a documentary handling fee in connection with Fish and Game Code requirements. Furthermore, if this project is not exempt from a filing fee imposed because the project has more than a deminimis impact on fish and wildlife, the Applicant shall also pay to the Department of Fish and Game any such fee and any fine which the Department determines to be owed. 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 David and Susan Victoria, 21925 Tolani Court, Diamond Bar, CA 91765. 7 DRAFT ATTACHMENT "1" APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 22ND DAY OF OCTOBER 2002, BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR. LIM Joe Ruzicka, Chairman I, James DeStefano, 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 22nd day of October 2002, by the following vote: AYES: Commissioner: NOES: Commissioner: ABSENT: Commissioner: ABSTAIN: Commissioner: ATTEST: James DeStefano, Secretary D: WORD-LINDA/PLANCOMM/PROJECTS/DR 02.24 21925 Tolani CourURESO DR 02-24... 9 1 Record Owner (Last name Address--Ztt! t0_071— / VL A� l City_ J�/%'i.rflit�l� '_ 1— Zip— qr) 6, �7 Phone( Fax ( ) CITY OF DIAMOND BAR COMMUNITY AND DEVELOPMENT SEr,ACES DEPARTMENT/Planning Division 21825 E. Copley Drive Diamond Bar, CA 91765 Phone (909)396-5676 Fax (909)861-3117 D ADMINISTRATIVE DEVELOPMENT REVIEW r EVELOPMENT REVIEW APPLICATION / Applicant 12PA Vfty name first) Phone ( Fax ( APPLICATION Capt oz - 2; 7 Case #�9t aooZ—. Deposit 2000.00 Receipt # U l By date Recd j FOR CITY USE Applicant's Agent .04s,4 (Last name first) Phone ( Fax ( An application fee in accordance with Section 22.44.040 of the Municipal Code must accompany this Application. The application fee is either a flat fee or a deposit plus payment of the City's processing costs computed on an hourly basis. The applicable fee or deposit amount for this application is indicated above. If it is a deposit, the applicant shall pay any processing costs that exceed the amount of the deposit prior to issuance of the permit; if processing costs are less than the deposit, a refund will be paid. NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to notify the City in writing of any change of the principals involved during the processing of this case. (Attach separate sheet, if necessary, including names, addresses, and signatures of members of partnerships, joint ventures, and directors of corporations.). Consent of Owners: / certify that I am the owner of the herein -described property and permit the applicant to rile this request. Print Name Signed n-. (All record owners) Date Certification of Applicant: 1, the undersigned, hereby certify under penalty of perjury that the information herein Provided is correct to the best of my knowledge. Print N; Signed Locatiol Zoning fc l HouseNumbering Present Use of Site SI N L L f"f1 Use applied for Previous Cases ATTACHMENT "3" TREE STATEMENT TREE PRESERVATION STATEMENT [�] The subject property is '/: acre or less and is exempt from Tree Preservation Requirements. The subject property contains no native oak, walnut, sycamore, willow, or naturalized California Pepper trees. [ ] The subject property contains one or more oak, walnut, sycamore, willow,. or naturalized California Pepper trees. The applicant anticipates that no activity (grading and/or construction) will take place within five (5) feet of the outer dripline of any oak, walnut, sycamore, willow, or naturalized California Pepper tree. [ ] The subject property contains one or more oak, walnut, sycamore, willow, or naturalized California Pepper trees. The applicant states that activity (grading and/or construction) will take place within five (5) feet of the outer dripline of any oak, walnut, sycamore, willow, or naturalized California Pepper tree. A Tree Permit has been or will be applied for prior to any activity taking place on the property. r� g43lfl_i (Applicant's Signatur (Date) D:WORD-LINDA\FORMS\TREE STATEMENT RECORDING REQUEST BY: City of Diamond Bar WHEN RECORDED MAIL TO: City of Diamond Bar 21825 E. Copley Drive Diamond Bar, CA 91765 ATTACHMENT "4" SAMPLE COVENANT & AGREEMENT COVENANT AND AGREEMENT TO MAINTAIN A SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE The undersigned hereby certify that are the owner(s) of the hereinafter described real property located at in the City of Diamond Bar, County of Los Angeles, commonly known as: Legally described as Lot Tract Map No. Assessor's Book and Parcel Number State of California, And, I/we do hereby covenant and agree for ourselves, heirs, assigns, transferees and successors, with the City of Diamond Bar (hereinafter "City") that the above described property shall be used for single family residential purposes only, and that no portion of the structure(s) or property shall be rented, leased or sold separate and apart from any remaining portions of the property or structure(s). This covenant and agreement shall run with the land and shall be binding upon ourselves, future owners, their heirs, and successors and assignees and shall continue in effect until and unless approved otherwise by the City of Diamond Bar is specifically intended that the benefits and burdens of this covenant run with the land. If the City is required to bring legal action to enforce this covenant, then the city shall be entitled to its attorney fees and court costs. AM 7_ i STATE OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES On this day of 200_ before Public in and for said State, personally appeared personally known to me (or proved to me on the basis the person(s) whose name(s) is/are subscribed t me the undersigned Notary of satisfactory evidence) to be o the within instrument and acknowledged to me that executed the same in authorized capacity(ies), and that by signature(s) on the instrument the person(s) or the entity upon behalf of which the person(s) acted, executed the instrument. WITNESS my hand and official seal. Notary Public in and for said State PROPOSED EXTERIOR MATERIAL SPECIFICATIONS TRADITIONAL STUCCO KNOCKDOWN STUCCO Mission San Juan BLEND SHC 8709 ROOF ATTACHMENT "5" COLOR BOARD BLANCA PEC -23 U USED MANUFACTURED COURT YARD WALL `L0 i vJUTAINi L.vun I i I KAU I Z19-19 LU1' 10 CITY OF DIAMOND BAR PROPOSED EXTERIOR MATERIAL SPECIFICATIONS 21925 TOLANI COURT / TRACT 27979 LOT 10 CITY OF DIAMOND BAR LOCATION: DIAMOND BAR ADDRESS: 21925 TOLANI COURT - LOT 10 OWNERS: DE LA VICTORIA STYLE OF ARCHITECTURE: MEDITERRANEAN DATE: AUGUST 13 200' PROJECT SIZE: 13Q7 SOFT STUCCO TAN / TRADITIONAL MERLEX ALL WALLS KNOCKDOWN ROOF MISSION SAN JUAN BLEND EAGLE ALL ROOF PAINT BLANCA PEC -23 U (WHITE) BEHR PREMIUM FASCIA / TRIM PLUS STUCCO BLOTCH USED MANUFACTURED PACIFIC CLAY FRONT WALL\ TRIM \ « o 6^ w a aI K . . \ / . ,\UT i �\ \ �» Note: Use 2 Y." x 2'R' x 3/16" ph. Washes at ell 5/8" anchor bolt locations. Anchor holes should be located at 24"m eeote. st all shear panels udess otherwise noted. of : HARD -WIRED SMOKE DETECTORS MUST BE INSTALLED IN ALL PROPOSED BEDROOMS. BATTERY OPERATED. SMOKE DETECTORS MUST BE INSTALLED N ALL EXISTING BEDROOMS AND HALLWAYS LEADING TO THOSE PROPOSED AND EXISTNG BEDROOMS. 1, ATTIC ACCESS SHALL BE PROVIDED. THE OPENING SHALL NOT BE LESS THAN 22" BY 30" AND SHALL BE LOCATED IN A CORRIDOR, HALLWAY, OR OTHER READIY ACCESSIBLE LOCATION. ALL UNDER -FLOOR ACCESS OPENINGS SHALL BE EFFECTIVELY SCREENED OR COVERED 2. DWELLING UMTS SHALL BE PROVIDED WITH HEATING FACILITIES CAPABLE OF MAINTAINING A ROOM TEMPERATURE OF 70 DEGREES F. AT A POINT 3'ABOVE THE FLOOR IN ALL HABITABLE ROOMS NOTE: PREFABRICATED TUB TO BE INSTALLED AS A NON -JACUZZI TYPE BATHTUB. IF THE CLIENT WANTS TO INSTALL, A JACUZZI TYRE BATHTUB THE CLIENT MUST PROVIDE THE CITY WITH A BRAND NAME, MODEL NUMBER AND UL OR I.A.P.M.O. LISTING TO THE TUB AND ITS COMPONENTS. ALSO, THE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS SHALL BE PROTECTED BY A GROUND -FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER PROJECT INFORMATION APNM 8292-014066 LOT SIZE = 9439 Bq.ft. (E)In FLUOR =1182.5 sq.ft. - (E) 2ND FLOOR= 925 sq.ft. (E) GARAGE - 505 sq.ft. (N) 1n FLOOR ADDITION=847 sq.ft, (N) 1s' FLOORCOVERED AREA = 18o sq.ft. (N) 2ND FLOOR ADDITION= 460 sq.ft. (N) LOT COVERAGE=2714.5 sq.fL or 28.5% (NDLIVING=3314.5 sq.R. C> i EXHIBIT "A" DR 2002-24 21925 TOLANI COURT OCTOBER 22, 2002 REVISIONS JU"E_oz JULT oa. L�IJ IP i t I n 1 � m n L :N� I � i I 11 i I (p) kITc HE.J. it I C> i EXHIBIT "A" DR 2002-24 21925 TOLANI COURT OCTOBER 22, 2002 REVISIONS JU"E_oz JULT oa. INSUi.ATION REQUIREMENTS EXTERIOR (SE EXTERIOR WALLS=0.- MI] ' RAI$EDFLOORS=R-19 -LgN�t% s 1F4,=1_„ NF,J ualL. OR Joe oLL .. I enaa� FIK'f PLwj< rl-AFl 1/4 --"1 of snaeis L�IJ v � t � m L :N� I � OUR7j/''FD i V' Il U` �y I 1 r�LL LJi fN L1.L C3mTE ',: ,',. INSUi.ATION REQUIREMENTS EXTERIOR (SE EXTERIOR WALLS=0.- MI] ' RAI$EDFLOORS=R-19 -LgN�t% s 1F4,=1_„ NF,J ualL. OR Joe oLL .. I enaa� FIK'f PLwj< rl-AFl 1/4 --"1 of snaeis ELECTRICAL GENERAL NOTES - 1. LIGHT FIXTURES IN TUB OR 5140WERENCLOSURES SHALL BE LABELED 'SUITABLE FOR DAMP LOCATION' REVISIONS BY aJL�JF_'02 {3 yl h Q E" sQ A� b N Q oe =Mey o¢._ J TALL LEGEP�b -.1. hh NSU L(4L1... snee 1 - - 114" = 1'-0" ® p. Ll, =xush ul uM c:� 5, M_P. =su p,tib MIa,Mr, nu�R. DOOR SCHEDULE b, , = Ptl Pi GLA ZEo 5�. c SLIDIr-1Cy g --oil Y L -o" OEomf fiYWG Gh'fQ f- II Ir a rl n �Ior-IE 0 �nidG z WO a ® WINDOW SCHEDULE fi. 3'-v° x r-tir cc6EM„i T 4-c7 sblosd. l U�; G210 gi 2i -bid X={'i-OY GLS LI�RJb D. �. Pm�ecl B /LI. -Pp x '�i-G� Py IJ. Y.C-�. LIi YPJ.P% TEMP. CLS, C exIgti�1C� BJH BJH Bab: sneara: 0]115102 sml�: W J w Fr ? = r (j J O— O W U_ C) d 0 Z rc Z O g Q a 2wpo z W O — o O 0 0- aPo O p N af f- 0 m z WO a a Pm�ecl N: OBY: BJH BJH Bab: sneara: 0]115102 sml�: REVISIONS BY i A AGENDA ITEM NUMBER: REPORT DATE: MEETING DATE: CASE/FILE NUMBER: APPLICATION REQUEST: PROJECT LOCATION: PROPERTY OWNER: APPLICANT: BACKGROUND: City of Diamond Bar PLANNING COMMISSION Staff Report M October 7, 2002 October 22, 2002 Development Review No. 2002- 23/Tree Permit No. 2002-09 To construct a two-story building of approximately 36,198 gross square feet and remove/replace approximately eight California Pepper trees and one Walnut tree. 20625 Lycoming Street Diamond Bar, CA 91789 Dante Senese Southcoast Cabinet 755 Pinefalls Avenue Diamond Bar, CA 91789 Design Arc 27231 Burbank, Suite 2001 Foothill Ranch, CA 92610 The property owner, Dante Senese of Southcoast Cabinet and applicant, Design Arc are requesting approval of Development Review No. 2002-23 (pursuant to Code Sections 22.48.020.A. and 22.38) in order to construction a two-story building of approximately 36,198 gross square feet to be divided into five units. Southcoast Cabinet will utilize approximately 9,000 square feet for assembling cabinets. The other units will consist of approximately 7,000 square feet each and tenants are not known at this time. Southcoast Cabinet Corporation is an established business in Diamond Bar on Pinefalls Avenue. The cabinets are manufactured at this location and will be assembled at the new location. The project site, approximately 78,098 square feet (1.793 acres), is located at 20625 Lycoming Street. It is a vacant, two level, irregular shaped triangular lot located on the northeast corner of Lycoming Street and Lemon Avenue. The project site contains two existing telephone equipment enclosures and an underground Edison vault. The project site also contains eight California Pepper trees, one Walnut tree, one palm tree and two Eucalyptus trees. The project site has a General Plan land use designation of the Light Industrial (1). Pursuant to the General Plan, this land use designation provides for the establishment of light industrial, research and development, and office -based industrial firms seeking a pleasant and attractive working environment, as well as business support services, and commercial uses requiring more land area that is available in General Commercial or Commercial Office Areas. Additionally, development within the Light Industrial designation will maintain a maximum floor area ratio (FAR) of 1.00. The proposed building will maintain an FAR of 0.46. The zoning designation for the project site is Restricted Manufacturing -Billboard Exclusion (M -1.5 -BE) zone. Pursuant to the Development Code standards for the Light Industrial zone are applicable to this project. This zoning designation permits the light industrial/manufacturing uses including research and development, office -based industrial uses as in an "industrial park" setting, business support uses, and commercial uses requiring larger sites then are available in commercial zoning districts. The proposed building, Southcoast Cabinet and future tenants will comply with this zoning district. Generally, the following zones and uses surround the project site: To the north is the boundary for the City of Diamond Bar/City of Industry and Union Pacific Railroad right- of - way; to the south is the R -A-8,000 zone and Walnut Elementary School; to the east is the C -M -BE zone; and to the west M-1.5 zone. ANALYSIS: Applications: This project's processing requires two applications, Development Review and Tree Permit. The Development Review application requires a public hearing by the Planning Commission. The Tree Permit application, in this case, requires a public hearing by the Planning Commission Development Review: The City's Development Code establishes a Development Review process. The purpose of this process is to establish consistency with the General Plan through the promotion of high aesthetic and functional standards to complement and add to the economic, physical, and social character of the City. The process will also ensure that new development and intensification of existing development yields a pleasant living, working, or shopping environment and attracts the interest of residents, workers, shoppers and visitors as the result of consistent exemplary design. 2 Pursuant to the Development Review Section 22.48.020.A., an application for Development Review is required for commercial, industrial and institutional development, which involves the issuance of a building permit for construction or reconstruction of a structure. Therefore the proposed project, an industrial building, involving the issuance of a building permit requires Development Review. The following is a comparison matrix of the City's required development standards and the proposed project's development standards: CITY'S REQUIRED DEVELOPMENT PROPOSED PROJECT'S STANDARDS DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS Light Industrial Zone (1) M -1.5 -BE Zone (applicable I zone standards) Setbacks: Minimum Setbacks: Front: Front: 10 ft. landscaped setback; or equal to the 20.25 ft.; front setback required for a residential zone abutting the site; Side: Side: 10 ft. where site abuts a residential zone; 10 & 72 ft.; none otherwise; Rear: Rear: 10 ft. where site abuts a residential zone; 3 ft.; none otherwise; Building Height: 35 ft.; Building Heioht: Two stories -35 ft.; F.A.R Max. 1.00. F.A.R.: Floor area ratio - 0.46; Parking Parking: General manufacturing, industrial & Gross floor area is 36,198 sq. ft. — 56 processing uses — minimum 2 spaces for parking spaces are required; each 1,000 gross sq. ft. for the first 25,000 sq. ft. & 1 space for each 1,000 sq. ft. 52 parking spaces will be provided and thereafter; gross floor area shall include transportation demand management incidental office space comprising of less programs will be required; 5 parking spaces than 20% of total gross floor area; labeled for carpool (CP) parking; Standard parking stall dimensions: 9 ft. by Standard parking stalls provided: 19 ft. (including 2 ft. bumper overhang) with dimensions - 9 ft. by 19 ft. (including 2 ft. 26 ft. wide drive isles; bumper overhang) with 26 ft. wide drive isles; Landscaoina: Landscaoina: Minimum Requirement: 10%; 15% provided Architecture: Architecture: Code does not specify any particular style; Contemporary Industrial Deco; Requires compatibility with surrounding Entries are accented by a horizontal area; element in a contrasting color and with landscaping; Facade projections provide interest through the use of varying planes, the use of doors and windows and varying textures and colors; Building Materials: Building Materials: Code does not specify any particular Glazing — PPG green tint Solex; materials or colors; requires compatibility Storefront — Clear anodized aluminum with surrounding area; frame; Design Guidelines requires , neutral colors Exterior wall field color— ICI 637 (light/silver contrasting trim, horizontal band to help beige); break-up vertical monotony of tall flat wall; Partial lower wall south elevation — ICI Low maintenance materials ; 421(yellow/tan); Metal canopy & painted steel accent color — Frazee 7896N Duberry Red; Sandblast concrete — tan; Low maintenance materials; Roots Roof: Code does not specify any particular style, Flat; materials or colors; requires compatibility with surrounding area; Root mounted equipment — hidden behind Roof mounted equipment — not shown; it roof parapet as part of the architectural will be require that all mechanical design, not to be visible from surrounding equipment be screen; streets, driveways, or adjacent buildings on a horizontal sight line; The above comparison matrix indicates the proposed project meets the Development Code standards for the Industrial zoning district. Additionally, proposed building's architectural style, colors and materials are compatible with the surrounding area and meet the standard set forth in the City's Design Guidelines. Fencino Chain link fencing with green vertical slats is proposed at the rear property line adjacent to the Union Pacific Railroad right- of -way. The chain link fencing will be six feet in height. The applicant will be required to construct a planter area, a minimum three feet wide adjacent to the chain link fencing on the subject property. Within this planter, the applicant will be required to plant vines that will attach to the fencing and shrubs as a screening mechanism. Chain link fencing surrounds existing telephone equipment and underground Edison vault and will remain. Landscaping is proposed to screen the chain link fencing. Vacuum At the rear of the proposed building is a vacuum system with dustbin. The purpose of this system is to collect the dust/wood shavings caused in the assembly process of cabinets. The dustbin is enclosed behind a nine -foot high wall adjacent to the building. The vacuum is exposed. The vacuum and bin enclosure will be painted to match the building. The bin is a 40 -yard roll -off dumpster that is picked up every other day or every day during busy times by a recycling company. Parkina/Parking Lot Liahtin Parking lot lighting and exterior site lighting was not submitted. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the applicant is required to submit an exterior lighting plan and a parking lot lighting plan/study complying with the standards in the Development Code for the City's review and approval. For general manufacturing, industrial and processing uses, the City's Development Code requires two parking space for every 1,000 square feet for the first 25,000 square feet of building and one parking space per each 1,000 square feet thereafter. For this project, 56 parking spaces are required. Fifty-two are proposed. Therefore, the project will be deficient by four parking spaces. However and in accordance with the Development Code, a reduction in parking in exchange for transportation demand management programs shall be considered. Transportation demand management programs are required for non- residential projects between 25,000 and 50,000 square feet pursuant to Code Section 22.40.030. The proposed project is 36,198 gross square feet and subject to transportation demand management programs prescribed in the referenced code section. The site plan proposes five carpool parking spaces as part of the transportation demand management program. Staff believes with the implementation of transportation demand management programs, the proposed 52 parking spaces will be adequate. Traffic The applicant provided the City with a traffic impact analysis report prepared by Kunzman Associates dated August 14, 2002. Pursuant to the submitted traffic impact analysis report, the proposed project will generate approximately 129 daily vehicle trips, 25 vehicles per hour will occur during the morning peak hour and 25 vehicles per hour will occur during the evening peak hour. The traffic analysis encompasses on-site circulation and off-site circulation and level of service at the following intersections: Lemon Avenue/Golden Springs Drive; Brea Canyon Road at SR -60 Freeway WB ramps; Valley Boulevard west of Lemon Avenue; and Golden Springs Drive between the SR -60 Freeway EB ramps and Brea Canyon Road. At these studied intersection, the existing operating level of service varies from A to F. With the construction of the proposed project the level of service at each intersection studied does not change. However, the traffic impact analysis report recommends that the applicant participate in the phased construction of off-site traffic signals through payment of traffic signal mitigation fees. The traffic signals within the study area at build -out should specifically include an interconnect of the traffic signals functioning in a coordinated system. As part of this project's approval, the applicant will be required to widen Lycoming Street and install sidewalks, curb, gutter, street pavement and striping. The traffic improvement measures will require the applicant to pay $1,878, a "fair -share" of the costs associated with phased construction of off-site traffic signals including the addition of north -south left turn signals on Brea Canyon at Lycomirig Street. The on-site circulation was also reviewed in the traffic impact analysis report. This report prescribes a stop sign at the site access driveway to control outbound traffic; on-site traffic signing and striping should be implemented; and the project site should provide sufficient parking spaces to meet the City's parking code. Public Improvements Pursuant to the Public Works Division, the applicant will be required to provide: underground utilities; street lighting on Lycoming Street; remove and replace all potentially unsafe or damaged sidewalks surrounding the project site; restore any portions of the highway facilities damaged by construction activities; and an irrevocable offer of dedication to the City for road purposes in the immediate frontage of the project site on Lycoming Street to be recorded with Los Angeles County. Geotechnical Investigation: The applicant submitted a soil and geotechnical report to the City prepared by Duco Engineering, Inc., dated August 8, 2002. According to the report, the project site is a two level parcel. The northerly 15 to 20 feet of the project site is approximately four to six feet higher than the southerly portion. As a result, some grading is proposed to prepare the site for development. Approximately, 190 cubic yards of cut and 5,850 cubic yards of fill will be utilized for a total of 6,040 cubic yards of earth -work. The soil and geotechnical report indicates that the proposed development is considered feasible from a geotechnical engineering standpoint based on the implementation and incorporation of the recommendations related to site preparation, grading, design and site development. Currently, the City is reviewing this soil and geotechnical report. Landscaping/Irrigation A landscaping/irrigation was submitted for this project. The City's code requires ten percent of the site area be landscaped. As referenced in the comparison matrix, 15 percent of the project site will be landscaped. The landscaping consists of approximately 51 trees varying in size from 15 gallon to 24 inch box and 468 shrubs varying in size from one gallon to 15 gallon along with groundcover and grass. The percentage of trees and shrubs in the varying sizes comply with Development Code standards for landscaping. Additionally, it will be required that 100 percent coverage occurs within two year for groundcover. The applicant will be required to submit a revised landscape/irrigation plan ri for the City's review and approval delineating the follow: a minimum three foot wide planter area adjacent to the chain link fencing proposed along the rear property line; vines and shrubs within the three foot wide planter to screen the chain link fencing; and increase the size of two Toyon trees utilized to screen the vacuum to 24 inch box. Additionally, the proposed project is required to comply with the City's established Water Efficient Landscape Regulations and will be plan checked accordingly. Trash/Recycling Bin Enclosure: A trash/recycle bin enclosure will be provided within the northeast portion of the parking lot. The applicant is required to submit a detail in compliance with the City's Design Guidelines of the enclosure for the City's review and approval. Tree Permit: The purpose of the Tree Permit is to protect and preserve oak, walnut, sycamore, arroyo willow, naturalize California pepper and significant trees of cultural historical value and when removal is allowed as a result of new development to require their replacement. For this project, the applicant is requesting to remove eight California Pepper trees and one Walnut tree. Additionally, a Mexican Fan Palm and two Sugar Gum (eucalyptus) trees are also marked for removal. These trees are cited for removal due to their location within the buildable pad area. The Development Code does not prescribe the preservation and maintenance of Mexican Fan Palm and Sugar Gum (eucalyptus) trees. However, it does prescribe the preservation and maintenance of Walnut and naturalize California Pepper trees. The eight California Pepper trees and one Walnut tree, which the applicant needs to remove, are larger in diameter than eight inches at breast height (DBH) and are therefore protected according to the Development Code. Cathcart/Begin Associates, Inc., the applicant's landscape architect assessed these trees. It is their opinion that these trees are messy, have dead branch and have not been maintained and would probably not survive transplanting. Cathcart/Begin Associates recommends that these trees be removed and replaced with suitable tree varieties for this site. In accordance with the Development Code, Walnut and naturalize California Pepper trees shall be replaced at a 3:1 ratio with a minimum 24 inches box size and the Commission may grant exception to this requirement or may require additional replacement trees. As a result, the Planning Commission could require the applicant to plant a minimum of three - 24 inch box walnut trees and twenty -four -24 inch box naturalize California Pepper trees. If it is not appropriate to locate all replacement trees on the project site, the Commission may require the applicant to plant these trees on public property and/or a monetary donation to the City's Tree Replacement Fund in the amount equal to the value of required replacement trees, and the cost of installation as established by an arborist's report. Because the amount of water required for ornamental plants is incompatible with the watering requirement for a Walnut tree which is less, it may be difficult to mix Walnut trees with ornamental plant. As a result, the three replacement Walnut trees should be planted in an area on site where the amount of water can be controlled and ornamental plants are 7 not required for aesthetics. The area of the project site where conditions could be controlled is probably within the rear of the project site near the existing telephone equipment (northeast corner). The revised landscape plan is required to delineate the location of the three Walnut trees. The project site may not accommodate 24 California Pepper trees unless proposed trees delineated on the landscape plan are replaced by California Pepper trees. Considering the Commission's recent concern about California Pepper trees and that Walnut trees requiring special watering criteria, it may be more appropriate to have the applicant provide a donation to the City's Tree Replacement Fund. It is estimated that the cost of a 24 inch box California Pepper tree including planting and staking will be $200.00. Therefore, twenty -four -24 inch box California Pepper trees will cost $4,800. Watering and care of a tree for one year is estimated at $100.00 each for a total of $2,400.00. Therefore, the applicant's donation will be $7,000.00. The donation will be utilized to plant trees at the City's new community center. Si ns: Signs are not a part of this applicant. It is required that future signs be submitted to the City for review and approval. Other City Divisions' Review The City's Public Works and Building and Safety Divisions reviewed this project. Their recommendations are within the attached draft resolution. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT: Pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the City has determined that a Negative Declaration is required for this project. According to CEQA Section 15070, Negative Declaration No. 2002-05 has been prepared. The Negative Declaration's review period begins October 1, 2002 and ends October 20, 2002. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING: Notice for this project was published in the Inland Valley Bulletin and the San Gabriel Valley Tribune on October 1, 2002. Public hearing notices were mailed to approximately 20 property owners within a 500 -foot radius of the project site on September 26, 2002. Furthermore, the project site was posted with the required display board on October 1, 2002 and the public notice was posted in three public places. RECOMMENDATIONS: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Development Review No. 2002- 23, Tree Permit No. 2002-09, Negative Declaration No. 2002-05, and Findings of Fact and conditions of approval as listed within the attached resolution. REQUIRED DEVELOPMENT REVIEW FINDINGS: The design and layout of the proposed development is consistent with the General Plan, City Design Guidelines, development standards of the applicable district, and architectural criteria for special areas, (e.g. theme areas, specific plans, community plans, boulevards, or planned developments); 2. The design and layout of the proposed development will not unreasonably interfere with the use and enjoyment of neighboring existing or future development, and will not create traffic or pedestrian hazards; The architectural design of the proprosed development is compatible with the characteristics of the surrounding neighborhood and will maintain and enhance the harmonious, orderly and attractive development contemplated by Chapter 22.48 of the City's Development Code, the General Plan, or any applicable specific plan; 4, The design of the proposed development will provide a desirable environment for its occupants and visiting public as well as its neighbors through good aesthetic use of materials, texture, and color that will remain aesthetically appealing; 5. The proposed development will not be detrimental to the public health, safety or welfare or materially injurious (e.g. negative affect on property values or resale(s) of property) to the properties or improvements in the vicinity; and The proposed project has been reviewed in compliance with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). REQUIRED TREE PERMIT FINDINGS: (It shall be necessary that one or more of the following findings be made, otherwise the application shall be denied.) 1. The tree is so poorly formed due to stunted growth that its preservation would not result in any substantial benefits to the community; 2. The tree interferes with utility services, or streets and highways, either within or outside of the subject property, and no reasonable alternative exists other than removal or pruning of the tree(s); 3. The tree is a potential public health and safety hazard due to the risk of it falling and its structural instability cannot be remediated; 4. The tree is a public nuisance by causing damage to improvements, (e.g. building foundation, retaining walls, roadways/driveways, patios, and decks),- 5. ecks);5. The tree is host to an organism, which is parasitic to another species of tree that is in danger of being exterminated by the parasite; 6. The tree belongs to a species which is known to be a pyrophitic or highly flammable and has been identified as a public safety hazard; and 7. Preservation of the tree is not feasible and would compromise the property owner's reasonable use and enjoyment of property or surrounding land and appropriate mitigation measures will be implemented in compliance with Section 22.38.130 (Tree Replacement/Relocation Standards). Prepared by: Ann J. L ngu, A ,soci to e' fanner Attachments: 1. Draft resolution; 2. Negative Declaration No. 2002-05; 3. Exhibit "A" - site plan, grading plan, floor plan, elevations, preliminary landscape plan and colors/materials board dated October 22, 2002; 4. Application; and 5. Aerial. 10 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2002 -XX A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR APPROVING DEVELOPMENT REVIEW NO. 2002-23, TREE PERMIT NO. 2002-09 AND NEGATIVE DECLARATION NO. 2002-05, A REQUEST TO CONSTRUCT A TWO-STORY MULTI - TENANT BUIDLING OF APPROXIMATELY 36;198 SQUARE FEET. THE REQUEST ALSO INCLUDES THE REMOVAL OF EIGHT CALIFORNIA PEPPER TREES AND ONE WALNUT TREE. THE PROJECT SITE IS LOCATED AT 20625 LYCOMING STREET, DIAMOND BAR, CALIFORNIA. A. RECITALS The property owner, Dante Senese of Southcoast Cabinet and applicant Design Arc have filed an application for Development Review No. 2002-23, Tree Permit No. 2002-09 and Negative Declaration No. 2002 -05 for property located at 20625 Lycoming Street, Diamond Bar, Los Angeles County, California. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Development Review, Tree Permit and Negative Declaration shall be referred to as the "Application." On September 26, 2002, public hearing notices were mailed to approximately 20 property owners within a 500 -foot radius of the project site. On October 1, 2002, notification of the public hearing for this project was provided in the San Gabriel Valley Tribune and Inland Valley Daily Bulletin newspapers, the project site was posted with a display board and the public notice was posted in three public places. 3. On October 22, 2002, the Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar conducted and concluded a duly noticed public hearing on the Application. B. RESOLUTION NOW, THEREFORE, it is found, determined and resolved by the Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar as follows: This Planning Commission hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals, Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct. 2. The Planning Commission hereby finds that the Initial Study review and Negative Declaration No. 2002-05 have been prepared by the City of Diamond Bar in compliance with the requirement of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and guidelines promulgated thereunder, pursuant to Section 15070(e). Negative Declaration No. 2002-05 has been prepared. The Negative Declaration's review began October 1, 2002 and ended October 20, 2002. Furthermore, Negative Declaration No. 2002-05 reflects the independent judgement of the City of Diamond Bar. 3. The Planning Commission hereby specifically finds and determines that, having considered the record as a whole including the findings set forth below, and changes and alterations which have been incorporated into and conditioned upon the proposed project set forth in the application, there is no evidence before this Planning Commission that the project proposed herein will have the potential of an adverse effect on wild life resources or the habitat upon which the wildlife depends. Based upon substantial evidence, this Planning Commission hereby rebuts the presumption of adverse effects contained in Section 753.5 (d) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations. 4. Based on the findings and conclusions set forth herein, this Planning Commission hereby finds as follows: (a) The project site, approximately 78,098 square feet (1.793 acres), is located at 20625 Lycoming Street. It is a vacant, two level, irregular shaped triangular lot located on the northeast corner of Lycoming Street and Lemon Avenue. The project site contains two existing telephone equipment enclosures and an underground Edison vault. The project site also contains eight California Pepper trees, one Walnut tree, one Mexican Fan Palm tree and two Eucalyptus trees. (b) The project site has a General Plan land use designation of Light Industrial (1). Pursuant to the General Plan, this land use designation provides for the establishment of light industrial, research and development, and office -based industrial firms seeking a pleasant and attractive working environment, as well as business support services, and commercial uses requiring more land area then is available in General Commercial or Commercial Office areas. Additionally; development within the Light Industrial land use designation will maintain a maximum floor area ratio (FAR) of 1.00. The proposed building will maintain an FAR of 0.46. It will have one tenant that is a light industrial firm and it is designed to accommodate four similar firms. As such, it is consistent with the General Plan. (c) The zoning designation for the project site is Restricted Manufacturing -Billboard Exclusion (M -1.5 -BE) zone. Pursuant to the Development Code standards for the Light Industrial zone are applicable to this project. This zoning designation permits the light industrial/manufacturing uses including research and development, office -based industrial uses as in an "industrial park" setting, business support uses, and commercial uses requiring larger sites then are 2 available in commercial zoning districts. The proposed building, Southcoast Cabinet and future tenants will comply with this zoning district. (d) Generally, the following zones and uses surround the project site: To the north is the boundary for the City of Diamond Bar/City of Industry and Union Pacific Railroad right- of -way; to the south is the R -A-8,000 zone and Walnut Elementary School; to the east is the C -M -BE zone; and to the west M-1.5 zone. Development Review (e) The design and layout of the proposed development is consistent with the General Plan, City Design Guidelines, development standards of the applicable district, and architectural criteria for special areas, (e.g. theme areas, specific plans, community plans, boulevards, or planned developments); The proposed project provides for the establishment of establishment of light industrial, research and development, and office -based industrial firms seeking a pleasant and attractive working environment, as well as business support services, and commercial uses requiring more land area then is available in General Commercial or Commercial Office Areas. Additionally, development within the Light Industrial designation will maintain a maximum floor area ratio (FAR) of 1.00. The proposed building will be for light industrial uses and will maintain an FAR of 0.46. Pursuant to the General Plan, the proposed project will yield a pleasant environment for those working and visiting the industrial facility through its exemplary design, use of materials and colors, landscaping that will offer a variety of plant species and adequate on-site parking. Therefore, the proposed project is consistent with the General Plan. Pursuant to the Development Code standards for the Light Industrial zone are applicable to this project. This zoning designation permits the light industrial/manufacturing uses including research and development, office -based industrial uses as in an "industrial park" setting, business support uses, and commercial uses requiring larger sites then are available in commercial zoning districts. The proposed building, Southcoast Cabinet and future tenants will comply with this zoning district. The architectural style of the proposed project is Contemporary Industrial Deco which is compatible with the existing architecture of the surrounding area due to the existing eclectic architectural style. The proposed project complies with the City's Design Guidelines in 3 that the building entries are accented by a horizontal element in a contrasting color and with landscaping; the facade projections provide interest through the use of varying planes; the arrangement and use of doors and windows; and varying textures and colors. (f) The design and layout of the proposed development will not unreasonably interfere with the use and enjoyment of neighboring existing or future development, and will not create traffic or pedestrian hazards; The proposed project is within the Restricted Manufacturing - Billboard Exclusion (M -1.5 -BE) zone and pursuant to the Development Code standards for the Light Industrial zone are applicable to this project. This zoning designation permits the light industrial/manufacturing uses as proposed by this project. As mentioned above in Item (g), the proposed development will not unreasonably interfere with the use and enjoyment of neighboring existing or future development. The project's traffic impact analysis report prepared by Kunzman Associates dated August 14, 2002 states that the proposed project will generate approximately 129 daily vehicle trips, 25 vehicles per hour will occur during the morning peak hour and 25 vehicles per hour will occur during the evening peak hour. The traffic analysis encompasses on-site circulation and off-site circulation and level of service at the following intersections: Lemon Avenue/Golden Springs Drive; Brea Canyon Road at SR -60 Freeway WB ramps; Valley Boulevard west of Lemon Avenue; and Go den Springs Drive between the SR -60 Freeway EB ramps and Brea Canyon Road. At the studied intersection, the existing operating level of service varies from A to F. With the construction of the proposed project the level of service at each intersection studied does not change. However, the traffic impact analysis recommends that the applicant participate in the phased construction of off-site traffic signals through payment of traffic signal mitigation fees. The traffic signals within the study area at build -out should specifically include an interconnect of the traffic signals functioning in a coordinated system. As part of this project's approval, the applicant will be required to widen Lycoming Street and install sidewalks, curb, gutter, street pavement and striping. The traffic improvement measures will require the applicant to pay a "fair -share" of the costs associated with the identified improvements. XXXXXXXX. With these improvements, the proposed project is not expected to create traffic or pedestrian hazards. (g) The architectural design of the proposed development is compatible with the characteristics of the surrounding neighborhood and will 12 maintain and enhance the harmonious, orderly and attractive development contemplated by Chapter 22.48 of the City's Development Code, the General Plan, or any applicable specific plan; As stated above in Item (e), the architectural design of the proposed development is compatible with the characteristics of the surrounding neighborhood and will maintain and enhance the ,harmonious, orderly and attractive development contemplated by Chapter 22.48 of the City's Development Code and General Plan. There is not an applicable specific plan for the project area. (h) The design of the proposed development will provide a desirable environment for its occupants and visiting public as well as its neighbors through good aesthetic use of materials, texture, and color that will remain aesthetically appealing; As referenced in the above in Item (e), the proposed project will provide a desirable environment for its occupants and visiting public as well as its neighbors through good aesthetic use of materials, texture and color that will remain aesthetically appealing. The proposed construction materials are as follows: Glazing — PPG green tint Solex Storefront — Clear anodized aluminum frame; Exterior wall field color — ICI 637 (light/silver beige);Partial lower wall south elevation — ICI 421(yellow/tan);Metal canopy & painted steel accent color — Frazee 7896N Duberry Red; and Sandblast concrete — tan. It is expected that these materials will be low maintenance materials and will remain aesthetically appealing. (i) The proposed development will not be detrimental to the public health, safety or welfare or materially injurious (e.g. negative affect on property values or resale(s) of property) to the properties or improvements in the vicinity; 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, Public Works Division, Health Department and Fire Department requirements. The referenced agencies' involvement will ensure that the proposed revision is not detrimental to the public health, safety or welfare or materially injurious to the properties or improvements in the vicinity (j) The proposed project has been reviewed in compliance with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the City has determined that a Negative Declaration is required for this project. According to CEQA Section 15070, Negative Declaration No. 2002-05 has been prepared. The Negative Declaration's review period begins October 1, 2002 and ends October 20, 2002. Tree Permit (It shall be necessary that one or more of the following findings be made, otherwise the application shall be denied.) (k) The tree is so poorly formed due to stunted growth that its preservation would not result in any substantial benefits to the community; (1) The tree interferes with utility services, or streets and highways, either within or outside of the subject property, and no reasonable alternative exists other than removal or pruning of the tree(s); (m) The tree is a potential public health and safety hazard due to the risk of it falling and its structural instability cannot be remediated; (n) The tree is a public nuisance by causing damage to improvements, (e.g. building foundation, retaining walls, roadways/driveways, patios, and decks); (o) The tree is host to an organism, which is parasitic to another species of tree that is in danger of being exterminated by the parasite; (p) The tree belongs to a species which is known to be a pyrophitic or highly flammable and has been identified as a public safety hazard: and (q) Preservation of the tree is not feasible and would compromise the property owner's reasonable use and enjoyment of property or surrounding land and appropriate mitigation measures will be implemented in compliance with Section 22.38.130 (Tree Replacement/Relocation Standards). The purpose of the Tree Permit is to protect and preserve oak, walnut, sycamore, arroyo willow, naturalize California pepper and significant trees of cultural historical value and when removal is allowed as a result of new development to require their replacement. For this project, the applicant is requesting to remove eight California Pepper trees and one Walnut tree which are scattered throughout the middle of the lot which is the most reasonable location for the pad area. As a result, the removal of the trees is necessary for construction and replacement called for at a 3:1 ratio, minimum 24 inch box size. If the trees were not removed, the project site could not be developed because of their scattered location. As a result, the City 0 is recommending that the applicant plant three -24 inch box walnut trees within the rear of the project site near the existing telephone equipment (northeast corner). The project site may not accommodate 24 California Pepper trees. Therefore, the City is requiring the applicant to provide a donation to the City's Tree Replacement Fund. It is estimated that the cost of a 24 inch box California Pepper tree including planting and staking will be $200.00. Therefore, twenty -four - 24 inch box California Pepper trees will cost $4,800. Watering and care of a tree for one year is estimated at $100.00 each fora total of $2,400.00. Therefore, the applicants donation will be $7,000.00. The donation will be utilized to plant trees at the City's new community center. The Planning Commission hereby approves the Application subject to compliance with the following conditions: (a) The project shall substantially conform to site plan, grading plan, elevations, sections, final landscape/irrigation plan, and colors/materials board collectively labeled as Exhibit "A" dated October 22, 2002 as submitted and approved by the Planning Commission, and as amended herein. (b) 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 granted 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 utilized has obtained permits from the City of Diamond Bar to provide such services. (c) Prior to the issuance of any City permits, the applicant shall submit a revised landscape/irrigation plan, for the City's review and approval that delineates the following: (1) A minimum three foot wide planter area adjacent to the chain link fencing proposed along the rear property line indicating vines and shrubs planted to screen the chain link fencing; (2) Increase the size of two Toyon trees utilized to screen the vacuum to 24 inch box; and Y1 (3) Three Walnut trees minimum 24 inch box size within the rear near the existing telephone equipment (northeast corner) of the project site. (d) The proposed project is required to comply with the City's established Water Efficient Landscape Regulations and will be plan checked accordingly. All landscaping shall be installed prior to final inspection or the issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy. (e) Prior to final inspection or the issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy, the applicant shall donation $7,000.00 as a mitigation measure for the removal of eight California Pepper trees and replacement with twenty-four — 24 inch box size California Pepper trees. The donation will be utilized to plant trees at the City's new community center. (f) Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the applicant is required to submit an exterior lighting plan and a parking lot lighting plan/study complying with standards in the Development Code for the City's review and approval. (g) Roof mounted equipment shall be hidden/screened behind roof parapet as part of the architectural design, not to be visible from surrounding streets, driveways, or adjacent buildings on a horizontal sight line; (h) Before the issuance of any City permits, the applicant shall submit an erosion control plan for the City's review and approval. The erosion control plan shall conform to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) standards and incorporate the appropriate Best Management Practices (BMP's). Additionally, the applicant shall obtain the necessary NPDES permits. (i) The applicant shall comply with Standard Urban Storm Water Mitigation Plan requirements to the satisfaction of the City engineer. Q) Prior to final inspection or the issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy, the applicant shall widen Lycoming Street and install sidewalks, curb, gutter, street pavement and striping to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. Said improvement shall be delineated on off-site improvement plans which shall be submitted to the City for review and approval prior to the issuance of any City permits. L-' (k) Prior to final inspection or the issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy, the applicant shall provide: underground utilities; street lights on Lycoming Street; remove and replace all potentially unsafe or damaged sidewalks surrounding the project site; and restore any portions of the highway facilities damaged by construction activities. (1) Prior to the issuance of any City permits, the applicant shall make an irrevocable offer of dedication to the City for road purposes in the immediate frontage of the project site on Lycoming Street to be recorded with Los Angeles County. (m) Lighting improvements shall be annexed into Los Angeles County Lighting Maintenance District 10006 and Los Angeles County Lighting District LLA -1; (n) Prior to the issuance of any City permits, the applicant shall pay $1,878, a "fair -share" of the costs associated with phased construction of off-site traffic signals including the addition of north - south left turn signals on Brea Canyon at Lycoming Street. (o) Prior to final inspection or the issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy, the applicant shall install a stop sign at the site access driveway to control outbound traffic, on-site traffic signing and striping. (p) A minimum of fifty-two parking spaces shall be provided on site. (q) The applicant shall comply with Transportation Demand Management Programs listed in Development Code Section 22.40.030 for non- residential projects between 25,000 and 50,000 square feet. Prior to final inspection or the issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy, the applicant shall present to the City for review and approval Transportation Demand Management Programs to be implement for this project. (r) Two handicap parking spaces shall be provided with appropriate signs. Plans shall show path of travel from parking lot to building. Path of travel shall not exceed a cross slope of two percent. (s) Plans shall conform to State and Local Building Code (i.e., 2001 Uniform Building Code, Uniform Plumbing Code, Uniform Mechanical Code, and the 2001 National Electrical Code) requirements. (t) Construction plans shall be engineered to meet wind loads of 80 M.P.H. with a "C" exposure. (u) This project shall comply with Los Angeles County Fire Department, Health Department and Industrial Waste requirements. (v) Access doors and restrooms shall be clearly marked with handicapped symbols. (w) This entitlement shall not be effective for any purpose until the permittee and owner of the property involved (if other than the permittee) have filed, within fifteen (15) days of the approval date, at the City of Diamond Bar Community and Development Services Department, their affidavit stating that they are aware and agree to accept all the conditions of this grant. Further, this grant shall not become effective until the permittee pays any remaining City processing fees. (x) This grant is valid for two years and shall be exercised (i.e., construction started) within that period or this grant shall expire. A one-year extension of time may be approved when submitted to the City in writing at least 60 days prior to the expiration date. The Planning Commission will consider the extension request at a duly noticed public hearing in accordance with Chapter 22.72 of the City of Diamond Bar Development Code. (y) This grant shall not be effective for any purpose until the permittee and owner of the property involved (if other than the permittee) have filed, within fifteen (15) days of approval of this grant, at the City of Diamond Bar Community and Development Services Department, their affidavit stating that they are aware of and agree to accept all the conditions of this grant. Further, this grant shall not be effective until the permittee pays remaining City processing fees, school fees and fees for the review of submitted reports. (z) If the Department of Fish and Game determines that Fish and Game Code Section 711.4 applies to the approval of this project, then the applicant shall remit to the City, within five days of this grant's approval, a cashier's check of $25.00 for a documentary handling fee in connection with Fish and Game Code requirements. Furthermore, if this project is not exempt from a filing fee imposed because the project has more than a deminimis impact on fish and wildlife, the applicant shall also pay to the Department of Fish and Game any such fee and any fine which the Department determines to be owed. The Planning Commission shall: (a) Certify to the adoption of this Resolution; and 10 (b) Forthwith transmit a certified copy of this Resolution, by certified mail, to Dante Senese, Southcoast Cabinet, 755 Pinefalls Avenue, Diamond Bar, CA 91789 and Design Arc, 27231 Burbank, Suite 2001, Foothill Ranch, CA 92610 APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 22ND DAY OF OCTOBER 2002, BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR. IM Joe Ruzicka, Chairman I, James DeStefano, Planning Commission Secretary, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly introduced, passed, and adopted by the Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar, at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission held on the 22nd of October 2002, by the following vote: ATTEST: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: James DeStefano, Secretary 11 Record Owner Name 5��.� D�4iViE SS,si de=- CA&NE( Address_? FIllG64L1-5 A& City lq/l7(Nur zip -117V Fax ( ) `O / SST¢ 0657 CITY OF DIAMOND BAR COMMUNITY AND DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT/Planning Division 21825 E. Copley Drive Diamond Bar, CA 91765 Phone (909)396-5676 Fax (909)861-3117 MINISTRATIVE DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DEVELOPMENT REVIEW APPLICATION Applicant 8(zYLI+, OU VER - (Last name first) be5ly u.4zr-- Z%z$/ &ViP.P�QA7tC S11 WINILL 2+_1itG4 yZ6io Phone( Fax( ). U,5/ Applicant's Agent (Last name first) Phone( )- Fax ( _ Fax( )� _ An application fee in accordance with Section 22.44.040 of the Municipal Code must accompany this Application. The application fs either a flat fee or a deposit plus payment of the City's processing costs computed on an hourly basis. The applicable fee or deee iposit amount for this application is indicated above. If it is a deposit, the applicant shall pay any processing costs that exceed the amount of the deposit prior to issuance of the permit; if processing costs are less than the deposit, a refund will be paid. NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to notify the City in writing of any change of the principals involved during the processing of this case. (Attach separate sheet, if necessary, including names, ;addresses, and signatures of members of 'partnerships, joint ventures, and directors of corporations.) Consent of Owners: I certify that I am the owner of the herein -described this request, property and permit the applicant to file Print Name L� A- --Tc (VV t3C fDYL 7tklE51E:26c } hytAlt-v lAll rernrd Signed rit -----_ )IAtI record ovmersl Date 97b0z - Certification bf Applicant: /,the undersigned, hereby certify under penalty of perjury that the information herein provided is correct to the best of my knowledge. Print N, Slaned Locat)oi (Streel address or Vact a .. lot number) .,� i Nb ST 6"o 5V13Df 0/SIWV Q O f 4IU+`F # !, a -g�E Zoning/ i �S iA"TINLHouse Numbering Map/aerial, _i/r, _-�Z-9Y Previous Cases 7 Present Use of Site FIRS i n7— Au i.- . A. I . __1 _ ^ _ Use applied for NEW /NIIUSTAML SU11, G his OI p City of Diamond Bar DEVELOPMENT REVIEW/ADMINISTRATIVE DEVELOPEMNT REVIEW APPLICATION LEGAL DISCRIPTION (All ownership comprising the proposed lot(s)/parcel(s). 5EK (axyi71)r 'A �I Area devoted to structures 37 gyp Landscaping/Open space 1rj Project Size/(gross square feet): 3(2, tal b Lot Coverage Style of Architecture GOA E:71-ipowy' 4 Proposed density (Units/Awes) Number of Floors Proposed _� ( �1�Z7.u1J/NE Slope of Roof PAMftzzT RE.Io� Grading If Yes, Quantity Cut_ I 90 GY Fill— �7, pj5V CY Import_ YES If Yes, Quantity Export NO If Yes, Quantity Retaining Walls Maximum Exposed Height (o II 4T TtOGK Dock 'SMP Complete pages 3 and 4 Burden of Proof 2 1117512 EXMIT "A" Lot 1 of the Swan Subdivision, 'in the City of Diamond Bar, County of Los Angeles, State of California, as per map recorded in Boor 3 Page (s) 39 and 40 of Maps, in the office of the County Recorder of said County. EXCEPT therefrom all minerals and all mineral rights of every land and character now (mown to exist or hereafter discovered, including, without limiting the generality of the foregoing, oil and gas rights thereto, together with the sole, exclusive and perpetual right to explore for remove and dispose of said minerals by any means or methods suitable to Grantor, its successors and assigns, but without entering upon or using the surface of the property, and in such manner as not to damage the surface of said lams or to interfere with the use thereof by Grantees, their heirs or assigns, as reserved in the deed recorded September 25, 1997 as Instrument No. 97-1482777, Official Records. CLTA Suwdord Covcngc Policy DEVELOPMENT REVIEW AND ADMINISTRATIVE DEVELOPMENT REVIEW BURDEN OF PROOF In addition to the information required in the application, the applicant shall substantiate to the satisfaction of the Planning Division/Planning Commission the following facts: (Answers must be detailed and complete. Attach additional sheets of paper if necessary.) SEE- Att4cNED # B)ORVe.N OF PR�ar-II 1. The design and layout of the proposed development are consistent with the General Plan, 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); 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; neighborhood and will maintain and enhance the harmonious, 3. The architectural design of the proposed development is compatible with the character of the surrounding by the Development Code, General Plan, or any applicable speorderly and attractive development contemplated cific plan; 4 The design of the proposed development will provide a desirable environment for its occupants and visiting Public as well as it neighbors through good aesthetic use of materials, texture and color, and will aesthetically appealing; and remain 3 5. The proposed development will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare or materially injurious (e.g., negative affect on the property values or resale(s) of property) to the properties or improvements in the vicinity. 0 M. Steven Camp AIA Scott Hollond AIA ARCHITECTURE I NTE R I0R5 Semv 6vebam !m An9ele: 4-- 4 O26 IT EI: O A p. 591. 3241 AA Dao iB ]:. August 12, 2002 To: City of Diamond Bar Planning Division Re: Southcoast Cabinet 20625 Lycoming Street Diamond Bar, CA 91789 Development Review Application Burden of Proof I. The design and layout of the proposed development are consistent with the general plan, development standards of the applicable district, design guidelines, and architectural criteria. The proposed design is compliant with development standards: Off-site improvements — 240' of new curb, gutter and sidewalk along Lycoming Street is shown on grading plan. Street trees are shown on-site on the preliminary landscape plan along both Lycoming Street and Lemon Avenue. They are drought resistant and the quantity and spacing meet the requirements for this project. 50' spacing and 3:1 replacement ratio and 1:8 parking ratio. Underground utilities — new underground storm drain and drainage inlet shown on preliminary grading plan. TDMP requirements — carpool/vanpool and bicycle parking and pedestrian access from off-site to on-site designated on sheet 1 site plan. Parking reduction requested in exchange for above TDMP see sheet 1 site plan for tabulations. Setbacks — the setbacks are shown on sheet 1 site plan. Building height does not exceed 35'. See sheet 2 for dimensioned elevations. Drive Aisles and Driveway Width are 26' minimum. See sheet I site plan. Landscaping — 15% of the total site is landscaped. See preliminary landscape plan. Building Design — The building design provides an articulated sculptural corner design element at the intersection of Lycoming and Lemon through the use of glass, steel and concrete in varying planes, colors and textures. The landscape design in that area also provides interest with massing of varied textures and plant types. The building facade is defined with a series of'planes. The forward wall planes are softened and harmonized with the landscape by allowing vines to cover them. The different planes are differentiated by related colors. The main facade planes along Lycoming are unified with a red painted steel horizontal accent. The building mechanical equipment shall be screened behind the building parapet. Trash/ recycle bin — is located on-site near the rear parking area and enclosed in a 6' high painted block wall enclosure. Signage — The building owner does not wish to display company signage on the building. The only signage shall be the building address numbers with an area of less than two square feet. Trees — See attached letter Dated July 24, 2002 by Cathcart/Begin. 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; Manufacturing land use will characteristically have fewer employees per acre than most other businesses or commercial uses, and fewer non-employee visits. The proposed project will have access to Lycoming Street. A STOP sign shall be installed to control outbound traffic at the site access driveway. 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 the Development Code, General Plan, or any applicable specific plan; The building material (tilt -up concrete) is in common with neighboring projects. The existing building adjacent to the west edge of the property, the existing building on the north side of the train tracks and the existing building at the southeast comer of Lemon and Lycoming are of this construction type. 4. The design of the proposed development will provide a desirable environment for its occupants and visiting public as well as its neighbors through good aesthetic use of materials, texture and color, and will remain aesthetically appealing. The winding entry walkways and landscaping provides an organic entry experience for the occupants and visitors. The employee patio offers an appealing outdoor space for the occupants. 5. The proposed development will not be detrimental to the public health safety or welfare or materially injurious (e.g. Negative affect on the property values or resale(s) of property) to the properties or improvements in the vicinity. Based on the above descriptions above, the proposed development will provide an enhancing architectural and landscape improvement over the existing surrounding properties. Prepared by Applicant, Oliver Brych, DesignArc (INSIDE GOVERNMENT CENTER) DIAMOND BAR, CA 91765 909 396 5676 FAX 909 861 3117 �- TREE PERmrr APPLICATION Record Owner Applicant Name `��ESE DA•Ni[ _ ]RYU(, 17L1 �IEiZ (last name first) a.& name first) So(.1tHCOAST CA &)V15- DEs+t v�4v� Address 7 PI/VEFial15 i9VE•_� 7231 BUREv4NK *ZO1 cityG(%f}lkyr ZIP-290- Phone( IP_290phone( ) *'? S94 30,59 Phone( FPL q Deposit•$ Receiptq Date Recd Applicant's Agent (Last name fust) NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to notify the Community Development Director in writing of any change of the principals involved during the processing of this ease. (Much separate sheet, if nccessary, including name, addresses, and signatures of members of partnerships, joint ventures, and directors of corporations.) Consent: 1 cemfy that I am the owner of the herein described property and permit the applicant to frle this request. Signed (All record owners) Date Certification: 1, the undersigned, hereby eero under penaky of perjures that the it(fornrafion herein provided is correct to the best of my knowledge. Print Name OLI VER - (Applicant or Agent) _ Signeda Date 2� OZ (Appli r Agent) Location (i.e. address or general description of location) and legal description of property in question: (use additional sheets as necessary) 2-O(oZ5 LYCot-im) a 57" '7eE to E21L LF&AL- Dt✓"'�.cK/Prla✓ How many oak trees will be cut, removed, relocated or damaged? ff1rexI ,DNyPFp l J(ll7l, 91V5 49UF09,V16} 11a1rrs cwt ' How many oak trees will remain? ONE TO BF,V6MDVSD. _ N Will trees to be removed be replaced? les If yes, indicate the proposed sire, type, location (indicated on site plan) and schedule for planting. M Are trees to be relocated? /t/O If yes, identify who will move them and their qualifications for doing this. /t '/ TwO (2) oak tree r"ta certified by the applicant to be true and correct and acceptable to the Community Development Director is enquired for each tree shown on the site pLn. Each report, requited by subsection 5 below, shall contain the following information: 1. The name, address and telephone number during business hours of the preparer. 2. Evaluation of the physical structure of each tree as follows: a. The circumference of the trunk measured four and on -half feet above natural grade. b. The diameter of the tree's canopy establishing the dripline. C. Aestbetic assessmeart of the tree considering factors such, as but not limited to, symmetry, broken branches, unbalanced crown, and excessive horizontal branching. d. Recommendations to remedy structural problems where required. 3. Evaluation of the health of each tree as follows: a. Evidence of disease such as exfoliation, leaf accreb an exudations. b. Identification of insect pests such as twig girdler - borers, termites, pit scale and plant parasites. C. Evaluation of visor such as new tip growth, good leaf color, poor leaf color, abnomral.hark, deadwood. and thinning of crown. d. Health rating based on the archetype tree of the same specie. e. Recommendations to ingnw a tree health such as, insect or disease control, priming, and fertilization. 4. Evaluation of the applicant's proposal u it impacts each tree shown on the site plan including suggested mtmgating and/or future maintenance measures where required and the antici lasted effectiveness thereof. The location of all : tree subject to regulation under the proviaioy of Section 22.56.2060 and 22.56.2070 of the Zoning Ordinance, proposed to be removed and/or relocated or within one hundred feet of proposed construction, grading, landfill or other activity. Each tree shall be assigned an identification number on the plan which shall be ohliad in the Oak tree report and for physical identification on the Perry where required. The dnphne shall be shown for each plotted tree. The requucmmt for an oak tea report may be waived by the Community Development Director where a tree is proposed for removal and such information is deemed unnecessary for processing the application. M. Steen Comp AIA Scott Holland AIA ARCHITECTURE — + INTERIORS o� n 6muap o, Anp^ies A vieic EI:949.381.]]4I September 25, 2002 To: City of Diamond Bar Planning Division Re: Southcoast Cabinet 20625 Lycoming Street Diamond Bar, CA 91789 Tree Permit Application Burden of Proof A. The remaining trees are to be replaced with more suitable varieties for this site. The subject trees are eight Schinus molle `pepper' and one Juglans californica `walnut'. B. The proposed removal of the trees will not result in soil erosion. The proposed site is to be regraded and all surface waters shall be satisfactorily mitigated with new landscaping and hardscaping. See Preliminary Grading Plan dated 8/8/02 and Landscape Concept Plan dated 7/23/02. C. The condition of the existing site trees proposed for removal with reference to danger of falling is such that it cannot be remedied through reasonable preservation procedures and practices. See attached letter prepared by Cathcart/Begin dated July 24, 2002 Prepared by Applicant, Oliver Brych, DesignArc Cathcart/Begin Associates, Inc. landmape Architecture July 24, 2002 a land Planning William J. Cathcart #1464 Arciero & Sons 27231 Burbank, Suite F Gary L. Begin alsee Foothill Ranch, California 92610 ATTN: Frank Arciero Jr. RE: South Coast Cabinets Building (Pepper Trees) Dear Mr. Arciero, I recently made a visit to the building site located on the Northeast corner of Lemon and Lycoming in the City of Diamond Bar, California. The purpose of the site visit was to observe existing site conditions and especially the existing California Pepper Trees (Schinus molle). The trees are located within the new building location and would have to be moved in order to be saved. It is my opinion that since these trees are old and have not been maintained, very messy, have dead branches, and would probably not survive transplanting, I feel these trees need to be removed and replaced with more suitable tree varieties for this site. Sincerely, Cathcart/Begin Associates, Inc. Landscape Architecture & Planning 3(. Y V Gari Legin, ASLA Senior Principal CA Registration #1588 134 S. Glassell 5ve• Orange. CA 9286E Phone (714) 997 • 3233 Fax (714) 771 • 6673 BURDEN OF PROOF Submit additional sheets describing bow the following findings will be satisfied. A. That the proposed construction or proposed use will be of any, on the subject endangering the health of the remaining trees subject to this Part 16 Chapter 22.56, if say, on the subject property, and E. That the removal or relocation of the oak trees) proposed willnot result ice coil erosion th dive[rough the diversion or increased flow of surface waters which cannot be ntie6etorily mitigate!, and C. Tbat in addition to the above facts at Isaac one of the following findings apply; 1. That the removal or relocation of the oak b*s) proposed is necessary as continued existence at Present 1 Rich an eon�fruanates the PVmnad improvement or prolPosed use of the subject property to JL Altemative development plans cannot achieve the sans, permitted density or that the cost of inch alternative would be prohibitive, or b. Placement of Mich trees) Precludes the reasonable and efficient use of such property for a use otherwise authorized, or highway Tau the oakithetree(/) proposed for removal or nlocitiom interfere with utility services or streets and s er within or outside of the subject property and no reasonable alternative to such interfere exists otber than removal of the tree(s), or 3. Thu the condition of the oak bre(s) Proposed for removal with reference to seriously debilitating disease or danger of filling is such that it camoot be remedied thmu gh reasonable preservation procedures and practices. Date: ZS QZ _ Applicant's Signature (ro be completed by applicant) General Information: Date Filed: Pertinent Permits/Applications: Project Information: 1. Name, Address and Phone Number of Project Sponsor. 2. Name, Address and Phone Number of Key Contact Pessou(s): 3. Project Address: 4. Project Assessor's Block and Parcel Number(s): 5. Other Identification (other recordaymap location information): 6-A. Does the project require any of the following actions by the City: YES NO Administrative Development Review Development Review Conditional Use Permit: General Plan Amendment: Plot Plan Review: Subdivision: Variance: Zone Change: N��4 6-B. list and describe any other related standards, permits and other public approvals relevant to Chia Project, including those required by city, regional, state and federal agencies: General Plan Designation Zoning: 8. Proposed Spedtic Use of Site.- Project iteProject Description 9-A. Site Dimeasions and Gross Atoa: 9-13. Legal Description of the Project: (attach copy to this form ifnecnrsary) 10. Describe public or private utility eaeemeuts, utility linea, strtrcturra or other facilities which exist on the surface or below the surface of the project site 11. Associated projects: Projects or potential projects which am directly related to this project ( i.e. potential developmeou which require completion of this project): 1 Describe any anticipated phasing for this projea: (number of units do time fame 13. Attach one copy of each of the following: A. Preliminary Soils Report b• Preliminary Geologic Investigation. C. Drainage Study. d. Topographic Map highlighting any existing slopes of 25 % or more. residential unit pads (if known), and any areas with elopes 13 % or more. - f. Photographs showing the site from different (is: north, south, eau, west) vantage points and photographs showing vistas (ie: north, mouth, east, west) from the site. Are the following items applicable to the proposed project or its effects? (Discuss below all items which apply to this project: attach additional sheets as necessary) 14. Grading: Maximum depth of excavation: Maximum depth of fill: Quantity of soil moved: cubic yam. Will there be an on-site balance of am and 511?: is. Viewched: Describe any change in the appearance of the site resulting from the Project as proposed. 16. Describe how the Proposed project will fit into its aurotmdings (i.e. will the proposed project blend into and existing neighborhood? How will it relate to the ane, scale, style, and character of the existing surrounding development?) 17. Describe any alteration of the existing drainage patterns, or Potential for changes in surface or ground water quality or quantity. (i.e. will the flow of any permanent or intesmittents ufacelaubatrface water change ac a result of this project. How? Will there be any injection wells, aeptic systems, or other facilities which may affect surface or subsurface water quality?) 18. Describe any long-term noise and/or vibration which may occur as a result ofthin project: (after construction will this project directly or indirectly cause the generation of imine and or vibration greater than any that exists nom) 19. Describe any residential construction proposed on filled land (i.e. identify the lot number of each structure proposed to be built of filled land). 20. Do any Significant trees exist oro the Project site now! Describe the effect this project will have oa them (i.e. Oak and Walnut trees are considered significant). Describe whether the proper project will disturb or cause removal of any of these trees. 21. Is the project site located in a national, state, regional or loeauy designated area of historical. eavironmentad or other cigtrificaace? If so describe. (i.e. is the site as stn designated as a hillside management arra, significant ecological area, significant mineral resource area, etc,) Environmental Salting: 22. Describe the eavironmeahi setting (aynapsia) of the project site. This narrative shall include a description of the soil stability, slope, drainage, acinic quality, plants, and animals which may exist on the site now, and any existing structures and the existing land use of the project site. 23. Describe the surrounding properties (synopsis). This narrative shall include a description of the soil stability, slopes, drainage, scenic quality, plants, and animals which may exist. Indicate the (residential, commercial, etc.), intensity of Ind use hype of lead use etc.), and scale of development f ..�� (lo-fami7y, mtilti-family, density, commercial, professioml, aP (height, frontage, ad -back, etc.) m the adjatxat surrounding ales Certification: I hereby certify that the statements furnished above and in the attached exhibits Present the data and information required for initial environmental evaluation of the proposed project, All information is to the beat of my imowledge. belief and ability to determine facntal, true, correct and complete. Date: Signature; For Completion of thin form it required to begin review of a project. Infotvnation within this fount and the required attached materiair will assist the City in determining whether a Negative Declaration may be granted, Mitigated Negariw Declaration may be granwhether a ted, or whether Environmoaal Impact Repan shall be required CITY OF DIAMOND BAR NEGATIVE DECLARATION NO. 2002-05 for DEVELOPMENT REVIEW NO. 2002-23 and TREE PERMIT NO. 2002-09 20625 Lycoming Street Diamond Bar, CA 91789 City of Diamond Bar 21825 E. Copley Drive Diamond Bar, County of Los Angeles, CA 91765 Environmental Finding Initial Study (Environmental Information and Environmental Checklist) September 26, 2002 CITY OF DIAMOND BAR NEGATIVE DECLARATION NO. 2002-05 Project Description and Location CITY OF DIAMOND BAR ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST FORM FOR INITIAL STUDY Pursuant to Guidelines for California Environmental Quality Act §15063 (f), this form, along with the Environmental Information Form completed by the applicant, meets the requirements for an Initial Study. This form is comprised of five parts: Part 1 Background Part 2 Summary of Environmental Factors Potentially Affected Part 3 Determination Part 4 Evaluation of Environmental Impacts Part 5 Discussion of Environmental Impacts PARTI-BACKGROUND Cit} Project Number: Development Review No. 2002-23/Tree Permit No 2002-09 2 Project Address/ Location: 20625 Lycoming Street Diamond Bar CA 91789 3. Date of Environmental Information Form submittal: Last of the required environmental information submitted on September 23 2002 4. Applicant: Design Are, 27231 Burbank Suite 201 Foothill Ranch CA 92610 (949) 581- 3241 Property Owner: Dante Senese, Southcoast Cabinet 755 Pinefalls Avenue Diamond Bar, CA 9178, (909)594-3089 5. Lead Agency: City of Diamond Bar Contact: Ann J. Lungu, Associate Planner Address: 21825 E. Copley Drive, City/State/Zip: Diamond Bar, CA 91765 Phone: (909)396-5676 Fax: (909)861-3117 6. General Plan Designation: Light Industrial (I) Zoning: Restricted Heavy Manufacturing -Billboard Exclusion (M -1.5 -BE) Zone Description of Project: (Describe the whole action involved, including but not limited to later phases of the project, and any secondary, support, or off-site features necessary for its implementation. Attach additional sheets if necessary). The applications request approval to construct a two-story building of aDmoximatel 35,000 square feet with appurtenant landscaping and parking. The project site, a vacant lot, is approximately 78,098 square feet. The project site contains above ground telephone equipment cabinets for World Com and MCI and an Edison underground vault located within the located in the northeast and southeast portions of the project site respectively. The project site also contains eight California Pepper trees and one Walnut tree that are proposed to be removed. If approved, the proposed building will house offices and manufacturing facility for Southcoast Cabinet. There is also the possibility that the building could be subdivided for future tenants which are unknown at this time. The proposed project consists of two applications — Development Review No. 2002-23 and Tree Permit No. 2002-09. Development Review is a required architectural review. The Tree Permit is for the removal/replacement of eight California Pepper trees and one �k'alnut. For this project, the Planning Commission is the decision maker of the submitted Plications. Both a Surrounding Land Uses and Setting: Briefly describe the project's surroundings: The project site is located at the northeast corner of Lemon Avenue and Lvcominu Street near the City's northerly boundary. The area surrounding the project site is predominantly light industrial. Railroad tracks run parallel to the northerly boundary of the project site; to the east is an industrial building; to the south is Walnut Elementary School; and to the west are industrial buildings. 10. Other public agencies whose approval is required (e.g., permits, financing approval, or participation agreement.): None. 11. List City of Diamond Bar related applications for this project that must be processed simultaneously: Listed above in Items Nos. 1 and 9 12. List prior projects for this parcel: Development Review No. 97-04 approved by the City and not constructed 1 rz � Y P A �,� �^4' tri � n Y VI ♦ � U` d � >c 3 qk:...� � rR -ta+.ti�"Y, •,: Lt�� 6N � a,Emo P AOEI Yx r x3rnA ¢` Yv ^� „s.+ � s.,.a �° % .. _ ::.� �UeEx A°Av `gym •(Md� rS g PxX Ep° .t b:. nr'xq�xng '`W.euxev aN 3JNb80 = AP20x lO ABOn NOxNY Fi ° NtlOX - A.(y,� (.' � Otl tliJ tlNl 3 E x=vMEPAIfl � 0 4 _ C E - � nr mrnxu mE ••'Erox �qy`o a vP sa swans � � '� @ �"S�utlrretl xwus A �vE 8 �s �g s�"k °O,aJ ,i as a F LiM �fl PV �tl0 �.>•� - ub ` M BOLO MORNING AV ok G 3 ' P Ge e Ey $ d ^+{ c 'o bI @ - FNRNA'E tirtnlBE 5 63N 0 0 � � 6 GAtpS h 153b�bo PW AYM � � - s s_ ,y a" .... _...... _.._._.._....._...� -------------- a :I� d A I pppp� 5 b 1 � 1 Ybq�Ab i �. _- f: .cc♦s a 2AAk ... a ... r A9 o, �`r •��� h V fi a .... i VA ...................... 49 ._i_'ix8.. i =ye de's .3 ---Mi- o— i R i Ear l ee s s_ ,y a" .... _...... _.._._.._....._...� -------------- a :I� d A I pppp� 5 b 1 � 1 Ybq�Ab i �. _- f: .cc♦s a 2AAk ... a ... r A9 o, �`r •��� h V fi a .... i VA ...................... 49 ._i_'ix8.. i =ye de's .3 ---Mi- o— i R i Ear l PART 2 - SUMMARY OF ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS POTENTIALLY AFFECTED The environmental factors checked below would be potentially affected by this project, involving at least one impact that is a "Potentially Significant Impact" as indicated by the checklist on the following pages. 1. Land Use and Planning _ 9. Hazards 2. Population and Housing _ 10. _ Noise 3. Geologic Problems _ 11. _ Public Services 4. Water _ 12. _ Utilities & Service Systems _ 5. Air Quality 13. Aesthetics 6. Transportation/ Circulation _ 14. Cultural Resources _ T Biological Resources _ 15. Recreation 8. Energy & Mineral 16. Mandatory Findings Resources _ of Significance PART 3 - DETERMINATION Project Number: CJP2002-07/VAR2002-02iDR2002-18 To be completed by Lead Agency On the basis of this initial evaluation: I find that the proposed project COULD NOT have a significant effect on the environment, and a NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared. X I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment, there will not be a significant effect in this case because the MITIGATION MEASURES described on an attached sheet have been added to the project. A NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared. I find that the proposed project MAY have significant effect on the environment, and an ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required. I fr:d that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect(s) on the environment, but at least one effect 1) has been adequately analyzed in an earlier document pursuant to applicable legal standards, and 2) has been addressed by mitigation measures based on the earlier analysis as described on attached sheets, if the effect is a "potentially significant impact" OR "potentially significant unless mitigated." An ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required, but it must analyze only the effects that remain to be addressed. I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment, there FILL NOT. be a significant effect in this case because all potentially significant effects (a) have been analyzed adequately in an earlier EIR pursuant to applicable standards and (b) have been avoided or mitigated pursuant to that earlier EIR, including revisions or mitigation measures that are imposed upon the proposed project. Ann J. Signature Printed Name September 26, 2002 Date PART 4 - EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS A brief explanation is required for all answers except "No Impact" answers that are adequately supported by the information sources a lead agency cites in the parentheses following each question. A "No Impact" answer is adequately supported if the referenced information sources show that the impact simply does not apply to projects like the one involved (e.g. the project falls outside a fault rupture zone). A "No Impact" answer should be explained where it is based on project -specific factors as well as general standards (e.g. the project will not expose sensitive receptors to pollutants, based on a project -specific screening analysis.) All answers must take account of the whole action involved, including off-site as well as on-site, cumulative as well as project -level, indirect as well as direct, and construction as well as operational impacts. "Potentially Significant Impact" is appropriate if there is substantial evidence that an effect is significant. If there are one or more 'Potentially Significant Impact" entries when the determination is made, an EIR is required. 4. "Potentially Significant Unless Mitigation Incorporated" applies where the incorporation of mitigation measures has reduced an affect from 'Potentially Significant Impact" to a "Less than Significant Impact." The lead agency must described the mitigation measures and briefly explain how they reduce the effect to a less than significant level (mitigation measures from Section XVII, "Earlier Analyses," may be cross-referenced). Earlier analyses may be used where, pursuant to the tiering, program EIR, or other CEQA process. an effect has been adequately analyzed in an earlier EIR or negative declaration. Section 15063 (c)(3)(D). Earlier analyses are discussed in Section SVII at the end of the checklist. Lead agencies are encouraged to incorporate into the checklist references to information sources for potential impact (e.g. general plans, zoning ordinances). Reference to a previously prepared or outside document should, where appropriate, include a reference to the page or pages where the statement is substantiated. A source list should be attached, and other sources used or individuals contacted should be cited in the discussion. CITY OF DIAMOND BAR NEGATIVE DECLARATION NO. 2002-05 Environmental Finding Existing Conditions: The protect site is located within the General Plan land use designation area of Light Industrial (I -maximum floor area ration of .025 tc 1.25) ands zoned Restricted Heavy Manufacturing -Billboard Exclusion (M -1.5 -BE). The proposed project's floor area ratio is 46 percent and therefore is consistent with the General Plan. Additionally, the General Plan describes the Light Industrial land use designation as providing for light industrial, research and development and office -based industrial firms seek ng a pleasant and attractive working environment, as well as for business support services and commercial uses requiring more land area than is available in General Commercial or Commercial Office areas. The proposed building will house Southcoast Cabinet's offices and manufacturing facility. Furthermore, the proposed building may be subdividing for future tenants. Southcoast Cabinet complies with the intentions of the General Plan as will future tenants. b. There is not any applicable habitat conservation plan or natural community conservation plan for the project site or the project area. C. The proposed project is within the M -1.5 -BE zone that permits light industrial/manufacturing uses including research and development and office -based industrial uses in an industrial park setting, business support services and commercial uses. The proposed building along with Southcoast Cabinet and future tenants will comply with the M -1.5 -BE zoning district. d. City of Diamond Bar does not have any agricultural resources or operations. ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES Potentially Potentially Less Than No Significant Significant Significant Impact Impact Unless Impact Mitigation Incorporated a. Conflict with any applicable land use plan, policy, or regulation of an agency with jurisdiction over the project (including, but not limited to the General plan, specific plan, local coastal program, or zoning ordinance) adopted for the purpose of avoiding or mitigating an X environmental effect? Source #s: General Plan, p. I, 10-27; City of Diamond Bar Development Code, Title 22, Article III, Section 22.42.130, p.1-17;Project application; b. Conflict with applicable habitat conservation plan or natural community conservation plan? Source #s: General Plan, p. I, 10-27; City of Diamond Bar Development Code, Title 22, Article III, X Section 22.42.130, p. 1-17; Pro ect a lication; c. Be incompatible with existing land uses in the vicinity? Source #s: General Plan, p. I, 10-27; City of Diamond Bar Development Code, X Title 22, Article III, Section 22.42.130, . 1-17; Project application; d. Affect agricultural resources or operations (e.g. impacts to soils or farmlands, or impacts from incompatible land uses)? Source #s: X MEA, II -E-1-16; Pro ect application: e. Disrupt or divide the physical arrangement of an established community (including a low-income or minority community)? Source #s: Project site plan; General Plan, 1.1 et seq., 11.1 et seq.; City of X Diamond Bar Development Code, Title 22, p. II -8.18 Zone; Project applicatior,. Existing Conditions: The protect site is located within the General Plan land use designation area of Light Industrial (I -maximum floor area ration of .025 tc 1.25) ands zoned Restricted Heavy Manufacturing -Billboard Exclusion (M -1.5 -BE). The proposed project's floor area ratio is 46 percent and therefore is consistent with the General Plan. Additionally, the General Plan describes the Light Industrial land use designation as providing for light industrial, research and development and office -based industrial firms seek ng a pleasant and attractive working environment, as well as for business support services and commercial uses requiring more land area than is available in General Commercial or Commercial Office areas. The proposed building will house Southcoast Cabinet's offices and manufacturing facility. Furthermore, the proposed building may be subdividing for future tenants. Southcoast Cabinet complies with the intentions of the General Plan as will future tenants. b. There is not any applicable habitat conservation plan or natural community conservation plan for the project site or the project area. C. The proposed project is within the M -1.5 -BE zone that permits light industrial/manufacturing uses including research and development and office -based industrial uses in an industrial park setting, business support services and commercial uses. The proposed building along with Southcoast Cabinet and future tenants will comply with the M -1.5 -BE zoning district. d. City of Diamond Bar does not have any agricultural resources or operations. e. The project site is a vacant lot within the M -1.5 -BE zoning district that does not contain a low-income or minority community. As a result, the proposed project will not disrupt or divide the physical arrangement of an established community (including a low-income or minority community). Existing Conditions: a.- c., The proposed project is a vacant lot sited for future development within the M -1.5 -BE zone. Therefore, this project will not displace a substantial numbers of people, necessitating the construction of replacement housing elsewhere. The proposed project is not likely to induce substantial growth in an area either directly or indirectly due to the fact the Southcoast Cabinet is already located in Diamond Bar and will be moving to the proposed project site. It may be possible to add approximately four future tenants which could utilize approximately 6,000 square feet each. This about of square footage for each tenant could be considered small scale and as a result, not expected to induce substantial growth either directly or indirectly. The project site is undeveloped; therefore the project will not displace existing housing. ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES Potentially Potentially Less Than No Significant Significant Significant Impact Impact Unless Impact Mitigation Incorporated a. Displace substantial numbers of people, necessitating the construction of replacement housing elsewhere? Source #s: 1990 Census of Population; Housing, MEA, p. II -1-19; X b. Induce substantial growth in an area either directly or indirectly (e.g. through projects in an undeveloped area or extension of major infrastructure)? Source #s: 1990 Census of Population and X Housing; MEA, p. II -1-19; General Plan EIR, p. 38; General Plan Land Use Map, p. 1-27; project site plan/application; C. Displace substantial numbers of existing housing, necessitating the construction of replacement housing elsewhere? Sources #s: X I Source #s: 1990 Census of Population and Housing; MEA, p. 11-1- 19; General Plan EIR, p. 38; General Plan Land Use Map, p. 1.27; project site plan/application; Existing Conditions: a.- c., The proposed project is a vacant lot sited for future development within the M -1.5 -BE zone. Therefore, this project will not displace a substantial numbers of people, necessitating the construction of replacement housing elsewhere. The proposed project is not likely to induce substantial growth in an area either directly or indirectly due to the fact the Southcoast Cabinet is already located in Diamond Bar and will be moving to the proposed project site. It may be possible to add approximately four future tenants which could utilize approximately 6,000 square feet each. This about of square footage for each tenant could be considered small scale and as a result, not expected to induce substantial growth either directly or indirectly. The project site is undeveloped; therefore the project will not displace existing housing. Existing Conditions: a.,b. No portion of the City has been identified as in an Alquist-Priolo Special Studies Zone. The closest fault is the Chino - Central Avenue fault. This fault is capable of generating a magnitude of 6.7 earthquake. The seismic design criteria for this fault is determined in accordance with Section 1629 of the 1998 UBC. The proposed project will be designed in accordance with Section 1629 of the 1998 UBC. C. The proposed project is not located within the vicinity of any reservoirs. Additionally, the project is not located near any volcanic mountain regions. There are no large bodies of water in close proximity to the project site. ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES Potentially Potentially Less Than No Significant Significant Significant Impact Impact Unless Impact Mitigation Incorporated B F� a. Fault rupture? Source #s: General Plan, p. IV -2, and 3, Fig. IV -1; MEA, p. II -B-7 et seq.; General Plan EIR, Section III A., pg. 7.10; X Project application; Soils report prepared by Duco Engineering, Inc. date August 8, 2002; b. Seismic ground shaking? Source #s: MEA, p. II -B-14, p. II -B-10, Fig. II -B -S; Project application; Soils report prepared by Duco X Engineering, Inc. date August 8, 2002 c. I Seiche (water tanks, reservoirs)? Source Its: Walnut Valley Water I District Map 1996; Project application; I X d. Landslides or mudflows? Source #s: General Plan, p. IV -3, Fig. IV -1; MEA, p. II -8-3, Fig. II -B-2; II -B-15 State of California Seismic Hazard Zones Map dated April 15, 1998; Project application; City's Public X Works Division; e. Erosion cnanges in topography or unstable soil conditions from excavation. grading, or fill? Source #s: General Plan, p. IV -3, Fig. IV -i; Prolecl application: Soils report prepared by Duco Engineering, X Inc. date August 8, 2002. f. Subsidence of the land? Source #s: MEA, p. II -B-16; Project apps cauor. City s Public Works Division; Soils report prepared by X Duco Engineering. Inc. date August 8, 2002 g. Expansive sods? Source #s: MEA, p. II -B-16; Project application; City's Public Works Division; Soils report prepared by Duco X Engineering. Inc. date August 8, 2002 Existing Conditions: a.,b. No portion of the City has been identified as in an Alquist-Priolo Special Studies Zone. The closest fault is the Chino - Central Avenue fault. This fault is capable of generating a magnitude of 6.7 earthquake. The seismic design criteria for this fault is determined in accordance with Section 1629 of the 1998 UBC. The proposed project will be designed in accordance with Section 1629 of the 1998 UBC. C. The proposed project is not located within the vicinity of any reservoirs. Additionally, the project is not located near any volcanic mountain regions. There are no large bodies of water in close proximity to the project site. d. According to the State of California Seismic Hazard Zone Map, the project does not appear to be in a potential liquefaction zone. The installation of the proposed project could be considered minor construction compared to the current development of the project site. Additionally, City permits and inspections are required to insure compliance with all codes. e., I. The project is basically flat and will require minimal grading to construct the proposed project. Pursuant to the soils report prepared for the proposed project, once the site has been satisfactorily graded in accordance with the recommendations contained within the report, the site, will be free from the hazard of landslide, settlement or slippage and will not adversely affect the geologic stability of the adjacent properties. g. It is not anticipated that the proposed project would result in or expose people to potential impacts involving expansive soils. Additionally, the proposed project is required to comply with all City standards and inspections through the issuance of City permits. ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES Potentially Potentially Less Than No Significant Significant Significant Impact Impact Unless Impact Mitigation Incorporated A-E N+AE ouCde ec - LOWF. a. Changes in absorption rates, drainage patterns, or the rate and amount of surface runoff? Source #s: City of Diamond Bar Public X Works Division; Project site plan; b. Exposure of people or property to water related hazards such as flooding? Source #s: General Plan, p. IV-4, Fig. IV-2, FEMA Flood X Panel No. 0650430980 B, Zone C, 12/2/80; Project application; C. Discharge into surface water or other alteration of surface water quality (e.g. temperature, dissolved oxygen or turbidity)? Source #s: X MEA, p. II-C-3, 4, Fig. II-C-1; Project application; d. Changes in the amount of surface water in any water body? Source #s: MEA, p. 11-C-3,4, Fig. II-C-1; i X e. Changes in currents, or the course of direction of water movements? Source #s: MEA, p. II-C-3, 4, Fig. II-C-1; City of Diamond Bar Public Works Division; Project application; X I. Changes in the quantity of ground waters either through direct additions or withdrawals, or through interception of an aquifer by cuts or excavations or through substantial loss of groundwater X recharge capability? Source #s: MEA, p. II-c-3, 4, Fig. II-C-1; Project application, g. Altered direction or rate of flow of groundwater? Source #s: City of Diamond Bar Public Works Division; Project application; X h. Impacts to groundwater quality? Source #s: MEA, p. II-P-3-8; Project application; X I. Substantial reduction in the amount of groundwater otherwise available for public water supplies? Source #s: MEA, p. II-P-3-8; X Project application; j. Place housing within a 100-year flood hazard area as mapped on the Federal Flood Hazard Boundary or Flood Insurance Rate Map or other flood hazard delineation map or place with 100-year flood X hazard area structures, which would impede or re-direct flood flows? Source #s: General Plan, p. IV-4, Fig. IV-2; MEA, p. II-C-1 et seq.; Existing Conditions: a. The project proposes that approximately 1.5 acres of the 1.8 acres of the project site will be covered by structure or other impervious surfaces. This will increase the amount of impervious surfaces and therefore the amount of surface runoff. However, the amount of surface runoff is expected to be less than significant in an area that is predominantly built out and with its storm drain system in place. b. The project site is not located within areas of potential flooding, nor will its development or use expose people or property to water -related hazards. c.,d.,e. No body of water exists around or near the project site or in the City of Diamond Bar. The proposed project will incrementally deplete the amount of groundwater to the extent that impermeable surfaces are added and the rate of absorption is effected by the increase in impermeable surfaces. This amount is unknown, but for a project of this small size may be considered insignificant. g. Because of the proposed project's small size, it will not effect the direction or rate of flow of groundwater. h. Groundwater quality may be impacted by the proposed small-scale development, but its extent is likely to be minimal. The construction of one industrial building in an urbanized area is not considered to cause a substantial reduction in the amount of groundwater for public water supply. Additionally, groundwater is not utilized for domestic supply, but only for reclaimed water supply. The proposed project does not place housing within a 100 -year flood hazard area as mapped on the Federal Flood Hazard Boundary or Flood Insurance Rate Map or other flood hazard delineation map or place with 100 -year flood hazard area structures. which would impede or re -direct flood flows. Existing Conditions: a. The proposed project site is considered small scale with minimal grading quantities of less than 5,700 cubic yards of earth to be moved. Air quality will be affected during grading operation: however, it is not expected to be significant with procedures that will be implement to reduce air emissions and considering the small scale of the proposed project. Additionally, such emissions are not expected to exceed those listed within the SCAQMD Air Quality Handbook. There is a school located across the street from the proposed project, but it will not be significantly impacted by the small amount of traffic that will be added to this already urbanized area because of the existing industrial uses and railroad tracks within the vicinity of the school. C. The proposed project's affect on air quality will be during grading operations only. Therefore, the affect will be temporary and will not result in a cumulative net increase of any criteria pollutant for which the project region is non -attainment under an applicable federal of state ambient air quality standard. Additionally, the proposed project consists of a dust collector vacuum system and an enclosed dust holding bin to collect and hold dust caused by the manufacturing of wood cabinets. This process ensures that the dust collected will not be airborne. Therefore, it can be anticipated that the proposed project will not result in cumulatively considerable net increase of any criteria pollutant for which the project region is non -attainment under an applicable federal or state ambient air quality standard. During the grading phase of the proposed project, diesel fuel odor may be emitted; however, based on the scope of the proposed grading operation the impact is not expected to be significant. ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES Potentially Potentially Less Than No Significant Significant Significant Impact Impact Unless Impact Mitigation Incorporated ,S 3 U a. Conflict with or obstruct the implementation of the applicable air quality plan? Source #s: SCAQMD Air Quality Handbook; X b. Expose sensitive receptors to pollutants? Source #s: MEA, p. II -F-8- 10, Fig. II -F-3; Project application; X C. Result in cumulatively considerable net increase of any criteria pollutant for which the project region is non -attainment under an applicable federal or state ambient air quality standard (including releasing emissions, which exceed quantitative thresholds for ozone X precursors)? Source #s: SCAQMD Air Quality Handbook; Project application; d. Create objectionable odors? Source #s: SCAQMD Air Quality Handbook; Project application; X Existing Conditions: a. The proposed project site is considered small scale with minimal grading quantities of less than 5,700 cubic yards of earth to be moved. Air quality will be affected during grading operation: however, it is not expected to be significant with procedures that will be implement to reduce air emissions and considering the small scale of the proposed project. Additionally, such emissions are not expected to exceed those listed within the SCAQMD Air Quality Handbook. There is a school located across the street from the proposed project, but it will not be significantly impacted by the small amount of traffic that will be added to this already urbanized area because of the existing industrial uses and railroad tracks within the vicinity of the school. C. The proposed project's affect on air quality will be during grading operations only. Therefore, the affect will be temporary and will not result in a cumulative net increase of any criteria pollutant for which the project region is non -attainment under an applicable federal of state ambient air quality standard. Additionally, the proposed project consists of a dust collector vacuum system and an enclosed dust holding bin to collect and hold dust caused by the manufacturing of wood cabinets. This process ensures that the dust collected will not be airborne. Therefore, it can be anticipated that the proposed project will not result in cumulatively considerable net increase of any criteria pollutant for which the project region is non -attainment under an applicable federal or state ambient air quality standard. During the grading phase of the proposed project, diesel fuel odor may be emitted; however, based on the scope of the proposed grading operation the impact is not expected to be significant. ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES Potentially Potentially Less Than No Significant Significant Significant Impact Impact Unless Impact Mitigation Incorporated a. An increase in vehicle trips which is substantial in relation to the existing traffic load and capacity of the street system (i.e. result in substantial increase in either the number of vehicle trips, the volume to capacity ratio on roads, or congestion at intersections) Source #s: X Project application/site plan; Traffic Study prepared by Kunzman Associates dated August 14, 2002; b. Substantially increase hazards due to design feature (e.g. sharp curves or dangerous intersections) or incompatible uses (e.g. farm equipment)? Source #s: City's Public Works Division; Project X application/site plan; Traffic Study prepared by Kunzman Associates dated August 14, 2002; c. Inadequate emergency access? Source #s: City's Public Works Division; Project application; Traffic Study prepared by Kunzman X Associates dated August 14, 2002; I d. j Inadequate parking capacity on-site? Source #s: City of Diamond Bar Development Code, Tittle 22, p. III -91, et seq.; Project site plan; X Traffic Study prepared by Kunzman Associates dated August 14, 1 2002; e. Exceeding, either individually or cumulatively, a level of service standard established by the county congestion management agency for designated roads and highways? Source #s: City's Public Works Division; Congestion Management Plan, Ordinance No. 01 (1993); X City of Diamond Bar Development Code, III -157 et. seq.; Traffic Study prepared by Kunzman Associates dated August 14, 2002; f. Conflict with adopted policies, plans, or programs supporting alternative transportation (e.g. bus turnabouts, bicycle racks)? Source #s: General Plan, p. V-22; Congestion Management Plan, Ordinance No. 01 (1993); City of Diamond Bar Development Code, X III -157 et. seq.; i g. I Change in rail, water, or air traffic patterns, including either an increase in traffic levels or a change in location that results in substantial safety risk? Source Its: MEA, p. II -T-36; Project X application; Existing Conditions: a. -g. Pursuant to the submitted traffic study, the proposed project will generate approximately 129 daily vehicle trips, 25 vehicles per hour will occur during the morning peak hour and 25 vehicles per hour will occur during the evening peak hour. The traffic study encompassed on-site circulation and off-site circulation and review level of service at the following intersections: Lemon Avenue/Golden Springs Drive; Brea Canyon Road at SR -60 Freeway WB ramps; Valley Boulevard west of Lemon Avenue; and Golden Springs Drive between the SR -60 Freeway EB ramps and Brea Canyon Road. At these studied intersection, the existing operating level of service varies from A to F. With the construction of the proposed project the level of service at each studied intersection does not change. However, the traffic impact analysis prescribes the applicant to participate in the phased construction of off-site traffic signals through payment of traffic signal mitigation fees. The traffic signals within the study area at build -out should specifically include an interconnect of the traffic signals to function in a coordinated system. As part of this project approval, the applicant will be required to widen Lycoming Street and install sidewalks, curb, gutter, street pavement and striping. The on-site circulation was also reviewed in the traffic impact analysis. This analysis prescribes a stop sign at the site access driveway to control outbound traffic; on-site traffic signing and striping should be implemented; and the project site should provide sufficient parking spaces to meet the City's parking code. The City's parking code requires two parking spaces per 1,000 square feet for the first 25,000 square feet of building and one parking space per each 1,000 square feet thereafter. For this project 55 parking spaces are required. Fifty-two are proposed. Therefore, the project will be deficient by three parking spaces. However, a reduction in parking in exchange for transportation demand management programs will be implement for this project. Furthermore, the proposed project is not expected to conflict with adopted policies, plans, or programs supporting alternative transportation; nor change in rail, water, or air traffic patterns. Existing Conditions: a.,b. The proposed project will not result in impacts to endangered, threatened or rare species or habitat because not exist on the project site or in the vicinity of the project site since this area is developed. Additionally, federally protected wetlands or any riparian habitats do not exist on the project site or in the vicinity of the project site since this area is developed. As a result, it is not anticipated that the proposed project will adversely affect any species identified as sensitive, or special status, or adversely affect riparian habitat, federally protected wetlands as defined by Section 404 Clean Water Act in local or regional plan, policies or regulations, or by the California Department of Fish and Game or U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services. The project site contains eight California Pepper trees and one Walnut tree that are protected by standards within the City's Development Code. The applicant proposes to remove these trees, as they are located in a manner that interferes with ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES Potentially Potentially Less Than No Significant Significant Significant Impact Impact Unless Impact Mitigation Incorporated '81> a. Substantial adverse effect, either directly or through habitat modifications, on any species identified as a candidate, sensitive, or special status species in local or regional plan, policies, or regulations, or by the California Department of Fish and Game or X U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services? Source #s: MEA, p. II-D-1-8; General Plan, p. III-11; Project site plan/ application; - j b. Substantial adverse effect on and riparian habitat, federally protected wetlands as defined by Section 404 clean Water Act, or other sensitive natural community identified in local or regional plans, policies, regulations or by the California Department of Fish and Game or U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services? Source #s: MEA, p. X II-D-1-8; General Plan, p. III-11; City of Diamond Bar Development Code, p. 111-149 et seq.; Project site plan/application; c. A conflict with any local policies or ordinances protecting biological resources, such as a tree preservation policy or ordinance? Source #s: MEA, p. II-D-1-8; General Plan, p. III-11, City of Diamond Bar X Development Code, p. 111.149 et. seq.; J. Conflict with the provisions of an adopted Habitat Conservation Plan, Natural Community conservation Plan, or other approved local, regional or state habitat conservation plan? Source #s: General X Plan, p. 1-15-16, p. 111-11; MEA, p. II-D-1-8; City of Diamond Bar Development Code, p. 111-149 et. seq.; e. Substantial interference with the movement of any native resident or migratory fish or wildlife species or with established native resident or migratory wildlife corridors, or impede the use of native wildlife X nursery sites? Source #s: MEA, p. II-D-1-8 & 18; Existing Conditions: a.,b. The proposed project will not result in impacts to endangered, threatened or rare species or habitat because not exist on the project site or in the vicinity of the project site since this area is developed. Additionally, federally protected wetlands or any riparian habitats do not exist on the project site or in the vicinity of the project site since this area is developed. As a result, it is not anticipated that the proposed project will adversely affect any species identified as sensitive, or special status, or adversely affect riparian habitat, federally protected wetlands as defined by Section 404 Clean Water Act in local or regional plan, policies or regulations, or by the California Department of Fish and Game or U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services. The project site contains eight California Pepper trees and one Walnut tree that are protected by standards within the City's Development Code. The applicant proposes to remove these trees, as they are located in a manner that interferes with development of the project site. Pursuant to the Development Code, it is required that the applicant replace these trees at a 3:1 ratio with minimum 24 -inch box size. The tree replacement will on site to the extent feasible. However, if the Planning Commission deems it, the applicant may replace some trees on public property or offer a monetary donation to a Tree Replacement Fund in the amount equal to the value of required replacement trees and the cost of installation. d.,e. The proposed project is not expected to conflict with any local policies or ordinances protecting biological resources or with adopted Habitat Conservation Plan, or other approved local, and regional or state habitat conservation plans. Furthermore, the proposed project is not within a migratory wildlife corridor. Existing Conditions: a. -c. The proposed project will be required to comply with the Uniform Building Code designed and construction standards and City's Energy Conservation Standards. It is not anticipated that the construction of this project will use non-renewable resources in a wasteful and inefficient manner or will result in the loss of availability of known mineral resources that would be of future value to the region and the residents of the State. ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES Potentially Potentially Less Than No Significant Significant Significant Impact Impact Unless Impact Mitigation Incorporated aE a. Conflict with adopted energy conservation plans? Source #s: General Plan, p. 111-14; Uniform Building Code 1998; X b. Use non-renewable resources in a wasteful and inefficient manner? Source Its: MEA, p. II-S-1; Uniform Building Code,1998; Project X application; c. Result in the loss of availability of a known mineral resource that would be of future value to the region and the residents of the State? Source #s: MEA, p. III-B-17; Project application; X Existing Conditions: a. -c. The proposed project will be required to comply with the Uniform Building Code designed and construction standards and City's Energy Conservation Standards. It is not anticipated that the construction of this project will use non-renewable resources in a wasteful and inefficient manner or will result in the loss of availability of known mineral resources that would be of future value to the region and the residents of the State. Existing Conditions: a. -e. Future tenants for the proposed building are unknown at this time. Future tenants are required to submit applicants to the City and through the application process, it will be determined whether or not hazardous materials will be utilize or whether exposure to hazards will occur. Southcoast Cabinet will utilize their portion of the proposed building for assembling of cabinets only. As a result, it is not anticipated that the proposed proposed project will cause significant hazard to the public or the environment. Furthermore, the proposed project is not located on a site that is included on a list of hazardous materials sites compiled pursuant to Government Code Section 65962.5. ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES Potentially Potentially Less Than No Significant Significant Significant Impact Impact Unless Impact Mitigation Incorporated y a. Create a significant hazard to the public or the environment through the routine transport, use, or disposal of hazardous material; or create a significant hazard to the public or the environment through X reasonable foreseeable upset and accident conditions involving the release of hazardous materials into the environment? Source #s: MEA, p. !I -M-1; Project application, General Plan, p. IV -1 et seq.; b. Impair the implementation of or physically interfere with an adopted emergency response plan or emergency evacuation plan? Source #s: Multihazard Function Plan, City of Diamond Bar, 1992; Project X i application; c. Emit hazardous emissions or handle hazardous or actively hazardous materials, substances, or waste within one-quarter mile of an existing or proposed school? Source #s: Walnut Valley X Unified School District; Pomona Unified School District; City of I Diamond Bar House Numbering Map; I d. i Be located on a site which is included on a list of hazardous materials sites compiled pursuant to Government Code Section 65962.5 and, as a result, would it create a significant hazard to the public or the environment? Source #s: MEA, p. II -M-1 et seq.; X project application/ site plan; e. Expose people or structures to a significant risk of loss, injury or death involving wildland fires, including where wildlands are adjacent to urbanized areas or where residences are intermixed with wildlands? Sources as: MEA, p. II -K-1; General Plan, p. IV -1 et. X seq.; Uniform Building Code, 1998; project application/site plan; Existing Conditions: a. -e. Future tenants for the proposed building are unknown at this time. Future tenants are required to submit applicants to the City and through the application process, it will be determined whether or not hazardous materials will be utilize or whether exposure to hazards will occur. Southcoast Cabinet will utilize their portion of the proposed building for assembling of cabinets only. As a result, it is not anticipated that the proposed proposed project will cause significant hazard to the public or the environment. Furthermore, the proposed project is not located on a site that is included on a list of hazardous materials sites compiled pursuant to Government Code Section 65962.5. Existing Conditions: a. -b. The proposed project may increase the existing noise level with the addition of traffic. However, all business activities will be confined within the building. The project's proximity to railroad tracks and a light industrial zone, the increase in noise level can be considered insignificant. As a result, the proposed project is not expect to expose persons to or generate noise levels in excess of standards established in the local general plan or noise ordinance, or applicable standards of other agencies. or expose persons to excessive groundborne vibration or groundbome noise levels. Furthermore, it is not expected that the proposed project will substantially increase permanently, temporarily, or periodically the ambient noise levels in the project vicinity above levels existing without the project. ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES Potentially Potentially Less Than No Significant Significant Significant Impact Impact Unless Impact Mitigation Incorporated ,y. 10 $ ,, a. Exposure of persons to or generation of noise levels in excess of standards established in the local general plan or noise ordinance, or applicable standards of other agencies; or exposure of persons to or generation of excessive groundborne vibration or groundborne X noise levels? Source #s: General Plan, p. IV -15; MEA, p. II -G-1 et seq.; City of Diamond Bar Development Code, p. III -81 et.seq.; - Project application; b. A substantial permanent increase or temporary or periodic in ambient noise levels in the project vicinity above levels existing j without the project. Source #s: General Plan, p. IV -15; MEA, p. II -G- X 1 et seq.; City of Diamond Bar Development Code, p. III -81 et. seq.; Project application; Existing Conditions: a. -b. The proposed project may increase the existing noise level with the addition of traffic. However, all business activities will be confined within the building. The project's proximity to railroad tracks and a light industrial zone, the increase in noise level can be considered insignificant. As a result, the proposed project is not expect to expose persons to or generate noise levels in excess of standards established in the local general plan or noise ordinance, or applicable standards of other agencies. or expose persons to excessive groundborne vibration or groundbome noise levels. Furthermore, it is not expected that the proposed project will substantially increase permanently, temporarily, or periodically the ambient noise levels in the project vicinity above levels existing without the project. ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES a. IFire Protection? Source #s: General Plan, p. VI -3; Project application; Police Protections? Source #s: General Plan, p. VI.3;Function Plan, City of Diamond Bar, 1992; Project application; Potentially Potentially Less Than No Significant Significant Significant Impact Impact Unless Impact Mitigation c. 1 Schools? Source #s: MEA, p. II -0-1; I X d. Other governmental services? Source #s: General Plan, p. VI -1 et Existing Conditions: X X X a. -d. The proposed project is not expected to have a significant effect on fire and police protection services. The proposed building will be construct to current building and fire codes. The propose project lies within the Walnut Valley Unified School District which is currently in need of more facilities. However, the impact of one industrial building is considered less than significar; The proposed project is not expected to have an effect other governmental services. Existing Conditions: a. -g. The proposed project is considered small scale and will not result in the need for new systems or supplies or substantial alterations to the following: electrical power or natural gas; communication systems; local or regional water treatment or distribution facilities; sewer systems; storm drainage systems; and solid waste disposal systems. All systems and supplies necessary for the proposed building are existing. ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES Potentially Potentially Less Than No Significant Significant Significant Impact Impact Unless Impact Mitigation Incorporated 12 u ea co ranee ? a 111s toh� ollowi 1110es a. Power or natural gas? Source #s: General Plan, p. 118, VI -2; Project application; X b. Communication systems? Source #s: General Plan, p. 118, VI -2; Project application; X c. Local or regional water treatment or distribution facilities? Source #s: General Plan, p. 1-18, VI -2; Project application; X d. Sewer or septic tanks? Source #s: General Plan, p. 1-18, VI -2; Project application; X e. Storm water drainage? Source Its: General Plan, p. 1-18, VI -2; Project application; X T Solid waste disposal? Source #s: General Plan, p. 1-18, VI -2; Project application; X g. Local or regional water supplies? Source #s: General Plan, p. 1-18, VI -2; Project application: X Existing Conditions: a. -g. The proposed project is considered small scale and will not result in the need for new systems or supplies or substantial alterations to the following: electrical power or natural gas; communication systems; local or regional water treatment or distribution facilities; sewer systems; storm drainage systems; and solid waste disposal systems. All systems and supplies necessary for the proposed building are existing. Existing Conditions: a. -c. The proposed project's architectural style, as stated by the applicant is Contemporary Industrial Deco. The building will be constructed from light sandblast on concrete panels, glass and metal canopies utilizing earth tone colors. The facades have pop -out sections that add depth and interest to the building. It can be considered that the proposed building will be a welcome addition to this industrial area. The proposed project is not located near a scenic vista, scenic highway, nor will it damage scenic resources, rock out croppings, or historic buildings. The only source of glare and light may come from sunlight reflected on windows and on-site lighting. However, given the area and its urbanized location any light or glare generated from this project could be considered insignificant. ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES Potentially Potentially Less Than No Significant Significant Significant Impact Impact Unless Impact Mitigation Incorporated a. Have a substantial adverse affect on a scenic vista or damage scenic resources, including, but not limited to trees, rock out croppings, and historic buildings within a state scenic highway? X Source #s: General Plan, p. III-10;Project application; b. Substantially degrade the existing visual character or quality of the site and its surroundings? Source #s: General Plan, p. III -10; City of X Bar's Development Code, p. IV -11 et. seq.; City Design iDiamond Guidelines, p. 1.25; Project plans/application; photo simulation; c. Create a new source of substantial light or glare, which would adversely affect day or nighttime views in the area? Source #s: City of Diamond Bar's Development Code, p. IV -11 et.seq.; City Design X Guidelines, p. 1-25; Project plans/application; Existing Conditions: a. -c. The proposed project's architectural style, as stated by the applicant is Contemporary Industrial Deco. The building will be constructed from light sandblast on concrete panels, glass and metal canopies utilizing earth tone colors. The facades have pop -out sections that add depth and interest to the building. It can be considered that the proposed building will be a welcome addition to this industrial area. The proposed project is not located near a scenic vista, scenic highway, nor will it damage scenic resources, rock out croppings, or historic buildings. The only source of glare and light may come from sunlight reflected on windows and on-site lighting. However, given the area and its urbanized location any light or glare generated from this project could be considered insignificant. Existing Conditions: a. -e. The proposed project area is not identified within the General Plan as containing unique paleontological resource or site or unique geologic features, significant archaeological resources, significant historical resources, or cause a physical change, which would affect unique ethnic cultural values, or religious or sacred uses. ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES Potentially Potentially Less Than No Significant Significant Significant Impact Impact Unless Impact Mitigation Incorporated 4III: 1jilivici ri :11:51111, 11" a. Directly or indirectly destroy a unique paleontological resource or site or unique geologic features? Source Its: MEA, II -H-1 et. seq.; Project application; X b. ( Cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of an archaeological resource pursuant to 15064.5. Source Its: MEA, II - H -1 et seq.; Project plans/application; X c. Cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of historical resources as defined in 15064.5? Source #s: MEA, II -H -let seq.; Project plans/application; X d. I Have the potential to cause a physical change, which would affect unique ethnic cultural values? Source Its: MEA, II -H-1 et seq.; Project plans/application; X e. Restrict existing religious or sacred uses within the potential impact area? Source #s: MEA, II -H -let seq.; Project plans/application; X Existing Conditions: a. -e. The proposed project area is not identified within the General Plan as containing unique paleontological resource or site or unique geologic features, significant archaeological resources, significant historical resources, or cause a physical change, which would affect unique ethnic cultural values, or religious or sacred uses. Existing Conditions: a. -b. The proposed project is not expected to increase the demand for existing neighborhood and regional parks or other recreational facilities. ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES Potentially Potentially Less Than No Significant Significant Significant Impact Impact Unless Impact Mitigation Incorporated a. Increase the demand use of existing neighborhood and regional parks or other recreational facilities such that substantial deterioration of the facility would occur or be accelerated? Source X #s: General Plan, p. II -1 et seq.; Project application; b. Include recreational facilities or require the construction or expansion of recreational facilities, which might have an adverse physical effect on the environment? Source #s: General Plan, p. II -1 X et seq.; Project plans/application; Existing Conditions: a. -b. The proposed project is not expected to increase the demand for existing neighborhood and regional parks or other recreational facilities. Existing Conditions: a. Due to the information presented in the application, plans submitted and site survey, it is anticipated that the proposed protect does not have the potential to degrade the quality of the environment, substantially reduce the habitat of Fish or wildlife species, cause fish or wildlife population to drop below self-sustaining level, threatened to eliminate a plant or animal community, reduce the number or restrict the range of rare endangered plant or animal or eliminate important examples of major periods of California history or pre -history. Due to the information presented in the application, plans submitted, site survey, and analysis within this document, it is anticipated that the proposed project does not have the potential to achieve short-term, to the disadvantage of long-term, environmental goals. Due to the information presented in the application, plans submitted, site survey, and analysis within this document, it is anticipated that the proposed project does not have impacts that are individually limited, but cumulatively considerable. Due to the information presented in the application, plans submitted, and analysis within this document, it is anticipated that the proposed project is not have environmental effects, which will cause substantial as adverse effects on human beings, either directly or indirectly. ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES Potentially PotentiallyLThanSignificant SignificantImpact Unless Mitigation Incorporated a. Does the project have the potential to degrade the quality of the environment, substantially reduce the habitat of fish or wildlife species, cause a fish or wildlife population to drop below self X sustaining level, threaten to eliminate a plant or animal community, reduce the number or restrict the range of a rare or endangered plant or animal or eliminate important examples of the major periods of California history or pre -history? T_ Does the project have the potential to achieve short-term, to the disadvantage of long-term, environmental goals? X c. Does the project have impacts that are individually limited, but cumulatively considerable? ('cumulatively considerable" means that the incremental effects of a project are considerable when viewed in connection with the effects of past projects, the effects of other X current projects, and the affects of probable future projects.) d. Does the project have environmental effects, which will cause substantial adverse effects on human beings, either directly or indirectly? X Existing Conditions: a. Due to the information presented in the application, plans submitted and site survey, it is anticipated that the proposed protect does not have the potential to degrade the quality of the environment, substantially reduce the habitat of Fish or wildlife species, cause fish or wildlife population to drop below self-sustaining level, threatened to eliminate a plant or animal community, reduce the number or restrict the range of rare endangered plant or animal or eliminate important examples of major periods of California history or pre -history. Due to the information presented in the application, plans submitted, site survey, and analysis within this document, it is anticipated that the proposed project does not have the potential to achieve short-term, to the disadvantage of long-term, environmental goals. Due to the information presented in the application, plans submitted, site survey, and analysis within this document, it is anticipated that the proposed project does not have impacts that are individually limited, but cumulatively considerable. Due to the information presented in the application, plans submitted, and analysis within this document, it is anticipated that the proposed project is not have environmental effects, which will cause substantial as adverse effects on human beings, either directly or indirectly. TABULATIONS LOT SITE: 18,098 SF _ BUADING: FOOTPRINT: 30,170 SF I MEEANME_ 6,028 SF TOTAL BLAUNNG: 36,198 SF 06%I EXISTING UNION PAOFIC i i r ♦' r - RAILROAD TRACKS - .r•,." It PARKING PROVIDED: 52 SPACES 1 y. NEW 6' fEGHCHAIN FENCE WITH AL REAR PROPERTY UNE � -'-3'WIDEPIANTERAR6AiOBE ,• r I ! � � COORDINATED WITH 1 I I LANDSCAPE AND DRAWrNGS r 14' HIGH DUST BIN �6 � I (_ ENCLOSURE EMITTED\ - j I I( - -- EXISTING A d' HIGH CWTM LINK MATCH BUILDING - EASEMENIOUNEAE%ISiING I WSTCCLI:UUDNdjM�� DESIGNATED BICYCLE l 1 1 10 MA1CN BLBLgNG \ 1 PARING AREA------� I - 1 _ NEW d'NIGN PAINED CONCRETE 1 ON CONE MPAD P r �r Y PARKING OVERHANG ITYPI I I BLOCK SCREEN WALL AND M AL -FAVEDIRUCKB I I GATES 1 I6'WIDt,%9d HIGH FIRE TRUCK PURNAGRATJEDOOR -.. _.-- r n p -� AREA ROUND EXISTING VAULT TO BE M dl{I 9 MAINTAINED b DOOR AND A'WDE -- SSpAC NIW .....• 'a GRADE DOOR BYP I ONLY - _ o a RAMP Q CP I CP 5 2 \ SH ENCLOSURE AND MAL 19 R -NEW 6' HKiN PAINTED CONCRETE r r. GAMES RA DN GATES LLL y• EXISTING M UNION PACIfly p. EASEMENT- - tl•r•t� %........ L ^r'..�e�'1 X ��,✓ liu- i Il ii _ Id -i 50 0" z I A' i r t UNE OfI FUTURE FUTURE FUTURE SLOPE _ _ _ TENANT SPACE i LEASE SPACE d TEASE SPACE 3 LEASE SPACE 2 EASE SPACE EAS; I 7,544 SF FLOOR 5,058 5F FLOOR • 5,856 SE FLOOR 5,056 SF HCOR 5,856 51 FLOOR _ 1 1,62051 MET INE I 790 SF MER I 12085E MEE 1,2085E WE2 1,194 SF MER EXISTING ' - - 5'WIDE t:,:. auwwiaarvmr A� 'F-----2'PARKING OVERHANG IIYP.I SIDfWA1K — ) I I ' axze ar uenuwa I B -0" 19'-0 K OUIWCP RATIOI Y up.- NEWS' HIGH 4 % WIDE .. CP 1 CONCRETE SC(EENS AT ELECTRICAL ! WLDOOR PADO. SANDBLASTED ROOM - CP C��, __. _ACCESSIBLE VAN LOAgNG i ABOVE .. - CONCRETE r .. /� d «-._�_.._-.._..�.... ..,3e1•l. ..,« -.- ._ CY /. �/ -___ E%ISUNG UNMRGRWND H y 1 Eg50N COVER. NEW F%ISUND ABOVE, INE T T ff� V,N TRAFFIC COVER. - UNDERGROUNDI ABOVE, ttP.�9E/ Eq.X%J f III • II • ACCESS -•/it ll r - f%ISPNG BVILgNGON p VAVIT---- - ({ '31I y t.l n. Fd 7 ADJACENT PROPERTY r I II'a. LSI l C1 �V�_i.c. �smfa pEdCAiK%J lBJE ___....- ........ - D AND GIIf1ER RDESiRIAN WALKWAY\- --10 BE DFMOUS EDAVEMEM _.. OPTIONAL TENANT ENTRIES ___.._____ \- _.__—_ ..-._ _ --- __-NEW SID AI EXTiIBIT "A„ Proposed Floor and Site Plan DR 2002-23/TP 2002-09 WP1H kA 1••ro0• 20625 Lycoming St. (�I October 22, 2002 euildn Le rw SOUTH COAST CABINETS, INC. Diamond Bar, CA PREPINISHED METAL CA4OHE5 CONCRETEETE COLUMN LIGHTNNCLRCUUR OWMN L, _ I i i L r IF I North Elevation - -- - DUSTCOLLECTOR, PAINTED TO MATCH BUILDING. DUST BIN ENCLOSURE, PAINTED. BALCONY AT MEZZANINE LEVEL STEEL BEAM AT CANOPY EDGE LIGHT SANDBLAST ON CONCRETE PANEL RECESSED STEEL BEAM AT PANEL JOMT PAINTED CONCRETE PANEL West Elevation SPANDREL GLASS CENTER PANEL TYPICAL PANEL LOW PREPINISL IM MUM PANELS AT MECHANICAL SCREEN South Elevation SOUTH COAST CABINETS CLEARANONZ£DALUMINUMSTOREPRONTB MAIN EMMWE GREEN RINTGLAZING M.1 BUTT"w GLAZING CREEPINGVINESATSANDBV DWALLS FOR M'GREENWALL' ERECT (V m ruM.116 SOUTH COAST CABINETS, INC. Diamond Bar, CA *"'.n (Iir.0 hnM.MMm 2 ` 1111 P ��Hf�� Rhinw Il,i PREPINISHED METAL CA4OHE5 CONCRETEETE COLUMN LIGHTNNCLRCUUR OWMN L, _ I i i L r IF I North Elevation - -- - DUSTCOLLECTOR, PAINTED TO MATCH BUILDING. DUST BIN ENCLOSURE, PAINTED. BALCONY AT MEZZANINE LEVEL STEEL BEAM AT CANOPY EDGE LIGHT SANDBLAST ON CONCRETE PANEL RECESSED STEEL BEAM AT PANEL JOMT PAINTED CONCRETE PANEL West Elevation SPANDREL GLASS CENTER PANEL TYPICAL PANEL LOW PREPINISL IM MUM PANELS AT MECHANICAL SCREEN South Elevation SOUTH COAST CABINETS CLEARANONZ£DALUMINUMSTOREPRONTB MAIN EMMWE GREEN RINTGLAZING M.1 BUTT"w GLAZING CREEPINGVINESATSANDBV DWALLS FOR M'GREENWALL' ERECT (V m ruM.116 SOUTH COAST CABINETS, INC. Diamond Bar, CA *"'.n (Iir.0 hnM.MMm 2 10-0. SIDEWALK LANDSCAPING PARAPET BEYOND, TYR. WAC MR, EYE. Building Section 1/0-- I'D - UNION PACIFIC CASEMENT Nim "16 SOUTH COAST CABINETS, INC. Diamond Bar, CA 3 PARAPET BEYOND, WE MAKE UP AIR UNIT, WP. VENTRED SKYWHIS 'WE ME FRANIING, TYR Building Section 1/0-- I'D - UNION PACIFIC CASEMENT Nim "16 SOUTH COAST CABINETS, INC. Diamond Bar, CA 3 o cc i m U ¢ 2 5 O C O V4 6 u W Niun n CC �rcl y V o 4 •I al a UN€� r GRAPHIC SCALE a NOm W T. W Jc AREA 78,090 SO, FT. - 1.793 ACRES DATE JUNE 24,4. 2002002 13AS13 OF BEARINGS THE CENTERUNE OF LYCOMING STREET (FORMERLY Z LEMON ROAD), BEING SOUTH 89'47.00" EAST PER THE SWAN SUBDIVISION, AS PER MAP RECORDED IN W BOOR 3, PAGES 39 AND 10 OF MAPS, RECORDS OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY. I� iY BEN'Lu- LOS z CH MARK (' LOS ANGELES COUNTY B.M. NO. G 5068 ' Q W O CITY OF INDUSTRY BR DISC IN S CB i 21M E/0 BCP O SE COR LYCOMING u' ST A LEMON AVE 42M E k 6.IM S/0 O ^ Q C/L INT MRD (CA. W-12) O E END C 8 v, ELEVATION - 532.410 FEET (HAVD86) (ADJ1995) 2 V J 2Dc . Q Mry cc i m U ` 2 Luo O O C O V4 6 Niun n CC �rcl a UN€� r GRAPHIC SCALE a NOm AREA 78,090 SO, FT. - 1.793 ACRES DATE JUNE 24,4. 2002002 13AS13 OF BEARINGS THE CENTERUNE OF LYCOMING STREET (FORMERLY Z LEMON ROAD), BEING SOUTH 89'47.00" EAST PER THE SWAN SUBDIVISION, AS PER MAP RECORDED IN W BOOR 3, PAGES 39 AND 10 OF MAPS, RECORDS OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY. I� iY BEN'Lu- LOS z CH MARK (' LOS ANGELES COUNTY B.M. NO. G 5068 ' Q W O CITY OF INDUSTRY BR DISC IN S CB i 21M E/0 BCP O SE COR LYCOMING u' ST A LEMON AVE 42M E k 6.IM S/0 O ^ Q C/L INT MRD (CA. W-12) O E END C 8 v, ELEVATION - 532.410 FEET (HAVD86) (ADJ1995) 2 V J 2Dc . Q Mry cc i m ` Luo O Z CC a N. UJ off o GRAPHIC SCALE J W W T. P L A N T L E G E N D SYMBOL BOTANICAL NAME CIXMW MANE 61. WAMTM1 REMAg TREES HETEROI'IELES AFPIITIFOLIA TION 15 GAL 5 MULTI -1.0 VV LAGERSTROEMIA MOICA CRAPE MYRTLE ]<-NOX 5 MULTI -TR D t1AGNOLIA SdILA ,.A EAUCER MAGNOLIA 19' BOX 1 MULTI -Illi PNOTMIA FRASERI PHOTINIA I" BOX B STANDARD PODOOARRIS 1AXI9I.MIST YEW PINE IS GAL I] QUERCUS ILEX HOLLT OAK )<" BOX 16 SYAGFUS RCMANZOFFIANLM WEEN PALM 24'. 4 TO BE OF EQUAL MEIGHL SYMBOL BOTANICAL NAME CATION NAME SIZE QUANTITY WINApCS SHRUBS �d C(,) BGGAWVILLEA —.F. -ILIA 1CA FESD 1E6i1WE SO 1640 IF MdRETHW IIe FRAGARIA CHILOENSIS OLD STRAOSERRi FLATS —AIMNLLEd'LA I-Ld BOWAINVILLA 4GAL 30 `C/ \ p" OC. CEANOTNIS'BLUNS' E JEA UAL-LILAC 5GAL IS ! _ _ JO CISNS ---U. —.11D ROSE 5 GAL 5® } HEMEROCALLIS HYBRID DAYLILLY 5GAL 30 EVEFGREEN VAR, I�Ex AWIFOLItM Vd GATED ENGLISH 5GAL 13 .j. MIEGdTED HOLLY O'GOLD SNIPER 5GAL ]t COASTINENM. D LANTANA MCNTEVIDENSIS UNITE LANTANA 5 GAL 38 OWdSE NAI 4,. LCIRmOPIG0AFMEA LILY NEW IGAL 11 JMANDINd D. DONESTICA HEAVENLY BANIEd 5 GAL 45 MA OCNESiIOA �NY� AVENLY 5 GAL 16 Ma \O P4b2I8P LINA% D M6 FLAX I GAL J / PWHOUW1 TENAX FLAX 15 GAL B D PITTTOSPORtI TOSIBI MAW 111 C OFMAGGE 5 GAL IS4 '.IMFLERB MAW SYMBOL BOTANICAL MANE 0011HON NAME SIZE QUANTITY REMAgCS VINES AND GROUNDCOVER �d C(,) BGGAWVILLEA —.F. -ILIA 1CA FESD 1E6i1WE SO 1640 IF MdRETHW IIe FRAGARIA CHILOENSIS OLD STRAOSERRi FLATS 1. eF U" OL. HEUCHERA 5rWG11MEA CORAL BELLS P Poi 14011 p" OC. \O LYCMM I N G STREET_ STREET CORNER DETAIL 7r Z Z it } L �) -J IL Q J C 3Q) Q Q C[)w LU IS) ZQ Q z U z p Opp Uz U)`J LUQ File No, Yu1,11Jm IM 01- Oe 0 0u1. 1me l ■ ELF MYOFGRIt PARVIFOLUH MYLPORILM FLATS 3116 FF 5' OC, �d C(,) BGGAWVILLEA —.F. -ILIA SGAL 3 lV 'BARBARA KASST' APART ENO ISS9 BOSTON IVY 5GAL B E \O LYCMM I N G STREET_ STREET CORNER DETAIL 7r Z Z it } L �) -J IL Q J C 3Q) Q Q C[)w LU IS) ZQ Q z U z p Opp Uz U)`J LUQ File No, Yu1,11Jm IM 01- Oe 0 0u1. 1me l ■ ELF City of Diamond Bar PLANNING COMMISSION Staff Report AGENDA ITEM NUMBER: 8.3 REPORT DATE: October 16, 2002 MEETING DATE: October 22, 2002 CASE/FILE NUMBER: Development Review No. 2002-03 APPLICATION REQUEST: To construct a two-story office building of approximately 25,000 gross square feet. PROJECT LOCATION: 21671 E. Gateway Center Dr. (Lot 4, Tract No. 39679) Diamond Bar, CA 91765 PROPERTY OWNERS: Dr. Acbar Omar 222 N. Sunset Avenue West Covina, CA 91790 APPLICANT: Southwest Design 7201 Haven Avenue Suite E-309 Alta Loma, CA 91701 BACKGROUND: The property owner, Dr. Acbar Omar and applicant, Southwest Design are requesting approval of Development Review No. 2002-03 (pursuant to Code Section 22.48.020.A.) in order to construction a two-story, office building of approximately 25,000 gross square feet (23,250 net square feet) to be utilized for general office. Future tenants are unknown at this time. The project site is located at 21671 E. Gateway Center Dr. (Lot 4, Tract No. 39679), within a corporate complex identified as Gateway Corporate Center. It is an irregular-shaped, vacant lot, approximately 2.033 gross acres with an existing pad of approximately 40,000 square feet. The site is bound by a descending slope on the north facing the Orange (SR - 57) Freeway, by Gateway Center Drive on south, by Lot 5 — V -Tek on the west and the Holiday Inn Select hotel on the east. The project site contains a sanitary sewer easement, approximately ten feet wide, that follows the north property and angles toward the west property line. The project site was mass graded as part of the overall grading for the corporate complex. The pad area is generally free of vegetation with the exception of moderate weed growth. The north descending slope is vegetated with trees and bushes planted as part of the Gateway Corporate Center's master landscape plan. Gateway Corporate Center is approximately 233 acres of which approximately 143 acres are subdivided into lots to accommodate a mix development of office -professional, light manufacturing, restaurant and retail. This business complex was processed by Los Angeles County and approved in the late 1980's. This approval incorporated a unilateral contract imposing land restrictions/development standards which the City adopted on October 17, 1989. The project site has a General Plan land use designation of Professional Office (OP). Pursuant to the General Plan, this land use designation provides for the establishment of office -based working environments for general, professional, and administrative offices, as well as support uses. Additionally, development within the OP designation will maintain a maximum floor area ratio (FAR) of 1.00. The proposed project is for office -based businesses with a proposed FAR of 0.28. As such, it is consistent with the General Plan. The zoning designation for the project site is Commercial -Manufacturing -Billboard Exclusion -Unilateral Contract (C-M-BE-U/L). Pursuant to the Development Code, standards for the Office, Business Park (OB) zone are applicable to this project. This zoning designation permits large scale, headquarters -type office facilities and business park developments, and similar related compatible uses. Although future tenants are not known at this time, the proposed office building will be able to accommodate office uses. As such, the proposed project complies with the project site's zoning designation. Generally, the following zones and use surround the project site: To the north is the Orange Freeway (SR 57); and to the south, east and west is the C-M-BE-U/C zone. Pursuant to the Gateway Corporate Center's Unilateral Contract, the maximum allowable FAR is .50 and office uses are permitted. As such, the proposed project is consistent with the FAR criteria and permitted office uses for Gateway Corporate Center. — Previously, the applicant submitted another development project for the subject site. The projects, Conditional Use Permit No. 1990-070 and Development Review No. 93-1, was approved by the Planning Commission for the construction of a restaurant structure of approximately 9,000 square feet. ANALYSIS: Development Review The City's Development Code establishes a Development Review process. The purpose of this process is to establish consistency with the General Plan through the promotion of 2 high aesthetic and functional standards to complement and add to the economic, physical, and social character of the City. The process will also ensure that new development and intensification of existing development yields a pleasant living, working, or shopping environment and attracts the interest of residents, workers, shoppers and visitors as the result of consistent exemplary design. Pursuant to the Development Review Section 22.48.020 A., an application for Development Review is required for commercial, industrial and institutional development, which involves the issuance of a building permit for construction or reconstruction of a structure: Therefore the proposed project, a commercial development involving the issuance of a building permit requires Development Review. Development Review is within the Planning Commission's review authority. In addition to complying with the City's Development Review process, the proposed project must comply with the land use restrictions imposed upon Gateway Corporate Center by the adoption of the Unilateral Contract. The following is a comparative between the Unilateral Contract's development standards and the proposed project's development standards. UNILATERAL CONTRACT'S DEVELOPMENT PROPOSED PROJECT'S STANDARDS DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS Lot 4 Lot 4 Setbacks: Minimum Setbacks: North property line: North property line: Building setback - top of slope Building setback — extending pad with retaining Parking setback — top of slope; wall of building; approximately 3/4 of building footprint will be down the slope; 20 ft. from north property line East property line: East property line: Building setback —10 ft; Building setback — 50 ft.; Parking setback — 5 ft.; Parking setback — 5 ft.; West property line; West property line: Building setback - approx. 250 ft; Building setback — approx. 250 ft.; Parking setback — approx. 250 ft.; Parking setback - approx. 250 ft.; South property line adjacent to Gateway Center Dr.: South property line adjacent to Gateway Center Dr.: Building setback — 45 ft.; Building setback — 45 ft.; Parking setback — 25 ft.; Parking setback — 25 ft; Building Heiaht: Buildina Heiaht: Nine stories or 150 ft., whichever is less; Two stories/56 ft.; Parking: Parking: General offices — minimum one space for each Net floor area -23,250 sq. ft. requires 93 parking 250 square feet of net floor area; spaces; 93 parking spaces will be provided; Parking arranged in a geometric pattern; Parking arranged in a geometric pattern; Tree planter between stalls at 4 to 6 stall intervals; Tree planter will be provided between stalls at 4 to 6 stall intervals; Standard parking stall dimensions: 8 ft. by 18 ft. Standard parking stall dimensions: 8 ft. by 16 ft. (including 2 ft. bumper overhang) with 27 ft, wide plus 2 ft. bumper overhang and 27 ft. wide drive drive isles; isles; Compact parking stalls: Max. 30%; Compact parking stalls: None; Landscaoing Landscaping: 15% of the gross usable lot area; 27% (10,855 sq. ft.) of the gross usable lot area; Architecture: Architecture: Contemporary with simple building masses; simple Contemporary with simple building masses; simple in form; and of strong geometry; in form; strong geometric lines; Building Materials: Building Materials: Contemporary, utilizing glass, brick, non -pattern Plaster— shades of light beige and pale green tile, metal panels, "tilt -up", "poured -in-place" or "precast concrete" with a natural finish (sandblasted or textured), and uniform in color, concrete block (textured, split face, or sandblasted), and/or glass block; and Roofs: Roof: Generally flat, with minimum slope for adequate Generally flat; drainage; may include simple gable or shed forms; Roof mounted equipment—hidden behind roof Roof mounted equipment - not shown; it will be parapet, not visible from surrounding streets, required that all mechanical equipment be driveways, or adjacent buildings on a horizontal screened pursuant to Gateway Center Design sight line; or screen, using materials comple- Guidelines. mentary to building, integrated with architectural design. The proposed project was reviewed and approved by Gateway Corporate Center's architectural committee. The proposed office building's exterior is referenced in the above comparison matrix. The proposed architectural style, colors and materials are compatible with the requirements of Gateway Corporate Center and existing structures within the business complex. El Parkina/Parkina Lot Liahtin Parking lot lighting and exterior site lighting was not submitted. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the applicant is required to submit an exterior lighting plan and a parking lot lighting plan/study complying with the standards in the Development Code for the City's review and approval. The City's Development Code requires one parking space for every 250 square feet of gross floor area for medical offices; one parking space for every 250 square feet of gross floor area for general/administrative offices; and one parking space for every 300 square feet of gross floor area for banks/financial offices. However, adoption of the Unilateral Contract imposes land restrictions and development standards within Gateway Corporate Center that requires a general office use to provide one parking space for every 250 square feet of net floor area. Therefore, the proposed project is required to provide and does provide 93 parking spaces based on net floor area. The Unilateral Contact does allow compact parking stalls (30%), but compact parking stalls are not proposed. Traffic The applicant is required to submit a traffic impact analysis report for the City's review and approval. The analysis is required to address off-site and on-site circulation and present corresponding mitigation measure addressing traffic impacts. As of the date of this report, a traffic impact analysis report has not been submitted. The proposed project is required to comply with the City's Transportation Demand Management standards (Code Section Chapter 22.40). The applicability for these standards begins with non-residential projects of 25,000 square feet. The proposed project has a gross floor area of 25,000 square feet and will be required comply with the City's Transportation Demand Management standards by displaying the following: 1. Current maps, routes and schedules for public transit serving the site; 2. Telephone numbers for referrals on transportation information including numbers for the regional ride sharing agency and local transit operations; 3. Ride sharing promotional material supplied by computer -oriented organizations; 4. Bicycle route and facility information, including regional/local, and bicycle maps and bicycle safety information; and 5. A list of facilities available for carpoolers, vanpoolers, bicyclist, and transit riders and pedestrians at the site. Geotechnical Investigation Although a flat pad exists on the site, some grading is proposed. Approximately, 3,760 cubic yards of cut and 1,275 cubic yards of fill will be utilized for a total of 5,035 cubic yards of earthwork. Approximately, 2,500 cubic yards of earth will be imported. A geotechnical report has not been submitted for this project. However, a soils report was submitted for the previous project (a restaurant structure) to be located on the project site in a similar manner as the proposed building with approximately the same amount of earthwork. At that time, the project site was considered to be generally satisfactory for a 9,000 square foot restaurant structure if designed and constructed in accordance with the building code requirements and recommendations within the soils report. Prior to the issuance of any City permits, a geotechnical report based on the proposed project is required for the City's review and approval Building Location/Extending Building Pad As mentioned previously, the project site has a graded pad. The applicant has chosen to utilize the pad mainly for parking. Approximately one-fourth of the building footprint will be on the pad. The remainder of the building footprint will be located on the north down slope facing the freeway. As a result, the building itself will be utilized to extend the pad. The building's north elevation incorporates a retaining wall of approximately 16 feet that will assist in extending the pad. The proposed building height of 56 feet includes the 16 foot height of the retaining wall. In order to break-up the vertical monotony (at the north elevation) of a tall flat wall, cornices (horizontal moldings or bands) along with varying planes, colors and windows are utilized. Additionally, the cornices, varying planes, colors and windows are proposed on all building elevations. Landscaping Landscaping/irrigation is proposed and a landscape plan was submitted. The City's Development Code requires that 20 percent of the site area be landscaped. As referenced in the comparison matrix, Gateway Corporate Center requires that 15 percent of the gross usable lot area to be landscaped. Approximately 27 percent of the gross usable lot area will be landscaped. The applicant is required to submit a final landscape/irrigation plan for the City's review and approval prior to the issuance of a building permit. The landscape plan shall include plant species, size, quantity and location, and existing planting on all slopes and the replacement of plant material on the slopes that is damaged during construction. It is required that the replacement plant materials match the existing slope landscaping. Additionally, all trees on the north facing slope adjacent to the building shall be 24 inch box size and the proposed quantity of bougainvillea and acacia plants shall be increased on this slope, thereby enhancing slope coverage and screening of the building's retaining wall. Furthermore, the proposed project is required to comply with the City's established Water Efficient Landscape Regulations and will be plan checked accordingly. Trash/Recycle Bin Enclosure A trash/recycle bin enclosure is provided, within the rear portion of the parking lot. The applicant is required to submit a detail of the enclosure that is compatible with the proposed building for the City's review and approval. Sions Signage is not a part of this application. It is required that the applicant submit an application for proposed signs to the City and Gateway Corporate Center's architectural committee for review and approval. Other City Divisions' Review The City's Public Works and Building and Safety Divisions reviewed this project. Their recommendations are within the attached draft resolution. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT: Pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the City has determined that a Negative Declaration is required for this project. According to CEQA Section 15070, Negative Declaration No. 2002-06 has been prepared. However, without a geotechnical report and traffic impact analysis report, issues related to soils and traffic could not be addressed. The Negative Declaration's review period began October 1, 2002 and ended October 20, 2002. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING: Notice for this project was published in the Inland Valley Bulletin and the San Gabriel Valley Tribune on October 1, 2002. Public hearing notices were mailed to approximately 16 property owners within a 500 -foot radius of the project site on September 26, 2002. Furthermore, the project site was posted with the required display board and public notice was posted in three public places on September 26, 2002. Staff recommends that the Planning Commission continue the public hearing for this project to a future date in order to give the applicant time to submit the traffic impact analysis report and geotechnical report for the City's review and approval. REQUIRED DEVELOPMENT REVIEW FINDINGS: The design and layout of the proposed development is consistent with the General Plan, City Design Guidelines, development standards of the applicable district, and architectural criteria for special areas, (e.g. theme areas, specific plans, community plans, boulevards, or planned developments); 2. The design and layout of the proposed development will not unreasonably interfere with the use and enjoyment of neighboring existing or future development, and will not create traffic or pedestrian hazards; 3. The architectural design of the proposed development is compatible with the characteristics of the surrounding neighborhood and will maintain and enhance the harmonious, orderly and attractive development contemplated by Chapter 22.48 of the City's Development Code, the General Plan, or any applicable specific plan; 4. The design of the proposed development will provide a desirable environment for its occupants and visiting public as well as its neighbors through good aesthetic use of materials, texture, and color that will remain aesthetically appealing; 5. The proposed'development will not be detrimental to the public health, safety or welfare or materially injurious (e.g. negative affect on property values or resale(s) of property) to the properties or improvements in the vicinity; and 6. The proposed project has been reviewed in compliance with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Prepared by: ' ✓L�rCi . �Yl ?i✓ Ann J. Lungu Associate P fanner Attachments: 1. Negative Declaration No. 2002-06; 2. Exhibit "A" - site plan, grading plan, floor plan, elevations, preliminary landscape plan and colors/materials board dated October 22, 2002; 3. Site Diagram of Lot 4 from Gateway Corporate Center's Design Guidelines 4. Aerial; 5. Application; and 6. Correspondence regarding Gateway Corporate Center's architectural committee dated May 3, 2002. 0 Name COMMUNII -- DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT 21660 E. Copley Drive Suite 190 (909)396-5676 Fax (909)861-3117 DEVELOPMENT REVIEW APPLICATION Record Owner 4—rl� l Al V C)(ngt � 4 -(1 - (Last name BW) Address �/� Z ' " Su city W 5'T COU (IV A C Zip l V Phon�w) 332 7 s Applicant 01y/8'✓ 6K8 41L (Last name fust) 222- N, SL)KjgAue W Cow LLQ C -9L `)-);1130 Phome("'j 338` 355 \.1Jt.: i q6 a. — - ) FPL# 02,90X^0-7 Deposit Receipt# _ By Date Rec'd _ Applicant's Agent 5 MrH (list nimc first) 72Idsy, 4AiG E ALM 6+�49,1t c/3 �tl7ot P�ho✓nceal 4fi�/:�-- r��S � 7f� NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to notify the Community Development Director in writing of any change of the principals involved during the processing of this toss. (Attach a separate sheet, if necessary, including names, addresses, and signaturesof members ofpartnetships, joint ventures, and directors of corporations.) Consent. I eernfy Signed the owner ^ of the herein described property and permit the applicant t/o file this request. r Asn% l Date 14y/ 0/ (All record owners) -. -.. Certification: I, the undersigned, hereby cerdfy under penalty ofperfury that the information herein prodded is correct 10 the best of my tnowledL/ Print Name (Applicant or Agent) Signed CqK 6 e7Z 00472- Date (Applicant or Agent) Location -2/�- %/ 5, (Street address or tract and lot number) Zoning Previous Cases Present Use of Site Y4a-4a 7 / Use applied for 2`oCXXi �, y, nrjcr=- Area devoted to structures limping/Open space Project Size Lot Coverage Proposed density Style of Architecture (Units/Acres) Number of Floors Proposed '2 Slope of Roof Grading Cut Import If Yes, Quantity Export If yes, Quantity If Yea, Quantity Fill i V&W 4W TREE PRESERVATION STATEMENT [ v� The subject property contains no oak, walnut, sycamore, willow, or naturalized California Pepper trees. [ J The subject property contains one or more oak, walnut, sycamore, willow, or naturalized California Pepper trees. The applicant anticipates that no activity (grading and/or construction) will take place within five (5) feet of the outer dripiine of any oak, walnut, sycamore, willow, or naturalized California Pepper tree. [ ] The subject property contains one or more oak, walnut, sycamore, willow, or naturalized California Pepper trees. The applicant states that activity (grading and/or construction) will take place within rive (5) feet of the outer dripline of any oak, walnut, sycamore, willow, or naturalized California Pepper tree. A Tree Permit has been or will be applied for prior to any activity taking place on the property. (�WV 123 k� (o t (Applicant's Signature, (Date) D: WORD-LINDMFORMS%TREE STATEMENT SITE DIAGRAM 0 50 100 200 88,559.88 SF 2.0331 ACRES 10' BLDG. SET BACK 2' PRKG. SET BACK 45'13LDG. SET BACK 25' PRKG. SET BACK _! L• LOT NUMBER:4 , r GATEWAY CORPORATE CEN==R DZAMONO BAR GEOVIEWFR WINDOWS 95/98/2000/X! ntMJ:arNn epzLd.iT... Sent By: Grandel Commercial Management; ,949 206 9005; ,Cray -3-02 2:07PB; Page 212 GKANDEL MUXIUS t1-aviint Inanndr 4 hyrrtf N«.y-ina May 3, 2002 Mr. Alan Smith Southwest Design 7201 Haven Avenue. Suite E-309 Alta Loma, CA 91701 Re: Gateway Corporate Center Association — Dr Omar - Lot 4 Dear Alan Pursuant to our telephone conversation last week, please be advised that the Architectural Committee approved the Preliminary Plans for the proposed two- story 25,000 sq.ft. office building for Lot 4. Please submit working drawings and the details required of the Design Guidelines for the final project. Thank you, Alan, for processing Dr. Omar's plans through the Gateway Corporate Center Association. Sincerely, �(CP/ `,�,�®�%� Cheryl H. B lo, ttA, RPA 23591 EL TORO Kuno, =2 100 LAKE lbumr, C.A 92630 TEL6PnpNF: 94y.2<Ni.41K14 PAc.gmai:: 949.2(K.y()iS NAGatewayWdchitemursl AppruvaALot 4. OmaALot 4. Alan Smah May Idoc z•d d9t :1:0 20 4i 100 CITY OF DIAMOND BAR NEGATIVE DECLARATION NO. 2002-06 for DEVELOPMENT REVIEW NO. 2002-o3 21671 E. Copley Drive Diamond Bar, CA 91789 City of 21825 E. Diamond Bar, County Diamond Bar Copley Drive of Los Angeles„ CA 91765 Environmental Finding Initial Study (Environmental Information and Environmental Checklist) September 26, 2002 CITY OF DIAMOND BAR ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST FORM FOR INITIAL STUDY Pursuant to Guidelines for California Environmental Quality Act §15063 (f), this form, along with the Environmental Information Form completed by the . applicant, meets the requirements for an Initial Study. This form is comprised of five parts: Part 1 Background Part 2 Summary of Environmental Factors Potentially Affected Part 3 Determination Part 4 Evaluation of Environmental Impacts Part 5 Discussion of Environmental Impacts PART1-BACKGROUND City Project Number: Development Review No. 2002-03 Project Address/Location: 2.1671 E Gateway Center Drive, Diamond Bar, CA 91765 3. Date of Environmental Information Form submittal: September 26, 2002 4. Property Owner: DR. Acbar Omar Address: 222 N. Sunset Avenue City/State/Zip: W. Covina, CA 91790 Phone: (626) 338-7359 Fax: N/A Applicant: Southwest Design, Alan Smith Address: 7201 Haven Avenue, Ste. E-309 City/State/Zip:Alta Loma, CA 91701 Phone: (213) 312-2611 Fax:N/A 6. Lead Agency: City of Diamond Bar Contact: Ann J. Lungu, Associate Planner Address: 21825 E. Copley Drive City/State/Zip: Diamond Bar, CA 91765 Phone: (909) 396-5676 Fax: (909) 861-3117 General Plan Designation: Professional Office (OP - Max. 1.0 FAR) 8. Zoning: Commercial -Manufacturing Unilateral/Contract (C -M LI/C) Zone 9. Description of Project: (Describe the whole action involved, including but not limited to later phases of the project, and any secondary, support, or off-site features necessary for its implementation. Attach additional sheets if necessary). The application is a request to construct a two-story office building of approximately 25.000 gross square feet with on-site parking and landscaping The office building will probably house general office uses. However future tenants for the proposed office building is not known at this time Each future tenant will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis to determine the type of required application The project site is a vacant lot located within a business center identified as "Gateway Corporate Center", approved by Los Angeles County and completed by 1986 The project site (Lot 4 of Tract 39679 is approximately 2.033 gross acres mass graded as part of the overall grading for the corporate center with an existing pad area of approximately 40,000 square feet It is bound on the north by a slope that descend to the SR -60 Freeway on the south by Gateway Center Drive: on the east by the Holiday Inn hotel: and on the west by an office building (V -Tek) The pad area is generally free of vegetation with the exception of moderate weed growth The descending slopes are vegetated with existing trees and bushes planted by the corporate center. Gateway Corporate Center is a 255 -acre business center proposed to service the eastern San Gabriel Valley's demand for professional office facilities in a location with regional access. Development within the Center can generally be characterized as professional office research and development and commercial The Center was approved with extensive attention place on compatibility with the community through the Unilateral Contract/Design Guidelines adopted by the County and adopted by the City upon incorporation Additionally, the Center was approved with off-site improvements to respond to impacts created by the project A Master Environmental Impact (MSIR) was prepared and approved by Los Angeles Regional Planning. The document identified impacts principally related to geotechnical hazards air quality, biota archeological/paleontology, scenic quality and traffic /access. The mitigation measures developed and approved for Gateway Corporate Center identified the need for: Conditions Covenants and Restrictions (CC&Rs)• detailed design guidelines that related to grading pad development and circulation within the Center: off-site traffic mitigation measures that included expansion of Golden Springs Drive: and contribution to funds for improvements required for future development phases. The developer of the Center has met these mitigation measures (off-site improvements) as prescribed in the MEIR The aoolicant submitted the reauired Development Review application for this prosect. Development Review is basically an architectural review by the Plannino Commission. 10. Surrounding Land Uses and Setting: Briefly describe the project's surroundings: The proposed project is locate on Lot 4 of Tract No. 39679 at 21671 Gatewa Center within Gateway Corporate Center. Generally, the following uses and zones surround the project site: north is the SR -60 Freeway: to the south is the CM-BE- U/C zone: to the west is the CM-BE-U/C zone: and to the east is the SR -57 Freeway and CM-BE-U/C zone. 11. Other public agencies whose approval is required (e.g., permits, financing approval, or participation agreement.): None. 12. List City of Diamond Bar related applications for this project that must be processed simultaneously: None. 13. List prior projects for this parcel: CUP90-0070, CUP93-04/DR93-01 for a restaurant: however the proiect was never constructed. CITY OF DIAMOND BAR NEGATIVE DECLARATION NO. 2002-06 Project Description and Location ` SEC 17 `� q q;i. • � i• i l PM D 9�-7-9 r - 10, ' ._ � W q•e �' O D h s \ It 4 ii 99 rn s` / Ot? w.. R �. / Y 61 N' - S i i c r lb j SEC 16 �T 2,S ; ,i• 1. T;- T t ITS, R 9 W SEE MAP NO III H 311 i Da33111 N 33A ■ zo,000 as FT YFFRAC DR AKBAR OMAR ■ �iiaR�l, RY5Tt■i\Ri'Pf 216]t EAST GATEWAY CENTER DRIVE OWL. at .O " tM, alS� DR AKSAR OMAR M D m I ULI r M E3 E3 . CEl ol 0 zLD El 0 DR AKSAR ORRAR M D m 0 La mom FB 0 In m I ULI r M E3 E3 . CEl ol 0 zLD El 0 DR AKSAR ORRAR M D PART 2 - SUMMARY OF ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS POTENTIALLY AFFECTED The environmental factors checked below would be potentially affected by this project, involving at least one impact that is a "Potentially Significant Impact" as indicated by the checklist on the following pages. 1. Land Use and Planning _ 9. Hazards 2. Population and Housing _ 10. _ Noise 3. Geologic Problems _ 11. _ Public Services 4. Water _ 12. _ Utilities & Service Systems 5. Air Quality 13. _ Aesthetics 6. Transportation/ _ Circulation 14. Cultural Resources 7. Biological Resources _ _ 15. _ Recreation 8. Energy & Mineral 16. _ Mandatory Findings Resources _ of Significance PART 3 - DETERMINATION To be completed by Lead Agency On the basis of this initial evaluation: Project Number: DR 2002-03 I find that the proposed project COULD NOT have a significant effect on the environment, and a NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared. X I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment, there will not be a significant effect in this case because the MITIGATION MEASURES described on an attached sheet have been added to the project. A NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared. I fmd that the proposed project MAY have significant effect on the environment, and an ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required. I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect(s) on the environment, but at least one effect 1) has been adequately analyzed in an earlier document pursuant to applicable legal standards, and 2) has been addressed by mitigation measures based on the earlier analysis as described on attached sheets, if the effect is a "potentially significant impact' OR "potentially significant unless mitigated." An ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required, but it must analyze only the effects that remain to be addressed. I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment, there WILL NOT be a significant effect in this case because all potentially significant effects (a) have been analyzed adequately in an earlier EIR pursuant to applicable standards and (b) have been avoided or mitigated pursuant to that earlier EIR, including revisions or mitigation measures that are imposed upon the proposed project. Signature Ann J. Lunqu Printed Name _ September 26, 2002 Date PART 4 - EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS 1. A brief explanation is required for all answers except "No Impact' answers that are adequately supported by the information sources a lead agency cites in the parentheses following each question. A "No Impact' answer is adequately supported if the referenced information sources show that the impact simply does not apply to projects like the one involved (e.g. the project falls outside a fault rupture zone). A "No Impact' answer should be explained where it is based on project -specific factors as well as general standards (e.g. the project will not expose sensitive receptors to pollutants, based on a project -specific screening analysis.) 2. All answers must take account of the whole action involved, including off-site as well as on-site, cumulative as well as project -level, indirect as well as direct, and construction as well as operational impacts. 3. 'Potentially Significant Impact' is appropriate if there is substantial evidence that an effect is significant. If there are one or more 'Potentially Significant Impact' entries when the determination is made, an EIR is required. 4. "Potentially Significant Unless Mitigation Incorporated" applies where the incorporation of mitigation measures has reduced an affect from "Potentially Significant Impact' to a "Less than Significant Impact." The lead agency must described the mitigation measures and briefly explain how they reduce the effect to a less than significant level (mitigation measures from Section XVII, "Earlier Analyses," may be cross-referenced). 5. Earlier analyses may be used where, pursuant to the tiering, program EIR, or other CEQA process, an effect has been adequately analyzed in an earlier EIR or negative declaration. Section 15063 (c)(3)(D). Earlier analyses are discussed in Section SVII at the end of the checklist. 6. Lead agencies are encouraged to incorporate into the checklist references to information sources for potential impact (e.g. general plans, zoning ordinances). Reference to a previously prepared or outside document should, where appropriate, include a reference to the page or pages where the statement is substantiated. A source list should be attached, and other sources used or, individuals contacted should be cited in the discussion. CITY OF DIAMOND BAR NEGATIVE DECLARATION NO. 2002-06 Environmental Finding Existing Conditions: a. The project site is located within the General Plan land use designation of Professional Office (OP). This land use designation provides opportunity for the establishment of office -based working environments for general professional, and administrative offices, as well as support uses. The proposed project is for an office building and could support the listed types of office use listed; however future tenants are not known at this time. Each future tenant will be reviewed on a case- by-case basis to determine the type of required application. Therefore, the proposed project is consistent with the General Plan land use designation for the project site. The project site is located within the Commercial -Manufacturing -Billboard Exclusion-Unilateral/Contract (C-M-BE-U/C) Zone. This zone allows for a variety of land uses by right and with a Conditional Use Permit. The land uses contemplated within this classification includes but are not limited to the following: general professional, administrative office, research and development, light manufacturing, medical offices and clinics, commercial retail, restaurants, hotels, physical fitness centers and government services. Other ancillary and support uses such as day care facilities, gymnasiums, dry cleaning services, and automobile rental and leasing agencies are permitted. This zoning classification encourages uses that can benefit the community in many ways including sales tax revenues and attracting an employee base with additional buying power. The potential use fit into the referenced zoning criteria and is not in conflict with the zoning. ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES Potentially Potentially Less Than No Significant Significant Significant Impact Impact Unless Impact Mitigation Incorporated :.1AND" AND EL t(NNI Q- Ali&W -1 , a. Conflict with any applicable land use plan, policy, or regulation of an agency with jurisdiction over the project (including, but not limited to the General plan, specific plan, local coastal program, or zoning ordinance) adopted for the purpose of avoiding or mitigating an X environmental effect? Source #s: General Plan, p. 1,10-27; City of Diamond Bar Development Code, Title 22, Article III, Section 22.42.130, p. 1-17; Project application; b. Conflict with applicable habitat conservation plan or natural community conservation plan? Source #s: General Plan, p. I, 10-27; City of Diamond Bar Development Code, Title 22, Article 111, X Section 22.42.130, p. 1-17; Project application; c. Be incompatible with existing land uses in the vicinity? Source #s: General Plan, p. I, 10-27; City of Diamond Bar Development Code, X Title 22, Article 111, Section 22.42.130, p. 1-17; Project d. -application; Affect agricultural resources or operations (e.g. impacts to soils or farmlands, or impacts from incompatible land uses)? Source #s: X MEA, II -E-1-16; Project application: e. Disrupt or divide the physical arrangement of an established community (including a low-income or minority community)? Source #s: Project site plan; General Plan, 1-1 et seq., II -1 et seq.; City of X Diamond Bar Development Code, Title 22, p. II -8-18 Zone; Project application, Existing Conditions: a. The project site is located within the General Plan land use designation of Professional Office (OP). This land use designation provides opportunity for the establishment of office -based working environments for general professional, and administrative offices, as well as support uses. The proposed project is for an office building and could support the listed types of office use listed; however future tenants are not known at this time. Each future tenant will be reviewed on a case- by-case basis to determine the type of required application. Therefore, the proposed project is consistent with the General Plan land use designation for the project site. The project site is located within the Commercial -Manufacturing -Billboard Exclusion-Unilateral/Contract (C-M-BE-U/C) Zone. This zone allows for a variety of land uses by right and with a Conditional Use Permit. The land uses contemplated within this classification includes but are not limited to the following: general professional, administrative office, research and development, light manufacturing, medical offices and clinics, commercial retail, restaurants, hotels, physical fitness centers and government services. Other ancillary and support uses such as day care facilities, gymnasiums, dry cleaning services, and automobile rental and leasing agencies are permitted. This zoning classification encourages uses that can benefit the community in many ways including sales tax revenues and attracting an employee base with additional buying power. The potential use fit into the referenced zoning criteria and is not in conflict with the zoning. b. The City of Diamond Bar does not have a habitat conservation plan or natural community plan for the project site. Additionally, the project site was mass graded as a part of the overall grading for Gateway Corporate Center. Therefore, the proposed project is not in conflict with an applicable habitat conservation plan or natural community plan. C. The proposed project is an office building that can be utilize for land uses specified above in Item a., which is consistent with the General Plan, Zoning, Gateway Corporate Center Design Guidelines and existing uses within Gateway Corporate Center. Therefore, the proposed project is compatible with the existing land uses in the vicinity. d. City of Diamond Bar does not have any agricultural resources or operations. e. The proposed project is a vacant lot located within and existing corporate center. The zoning, General Plan land use designation and Gateway Corporate Center Design Guidelines do not plan for low-income or minority communities within the corporate center. The proposed project is consistent with the uses within the corporate center. Therefore, the proposed project will not disrupt or divide the physical arrangement of an established community including low-income or minority communities. Existing Conditions: a. The proposed project is a vacant lot located within an established corporate center. Therefore, the proposed project will not displace numbers of people, necessitating the construction of replacement housing elsewhere. The proposed project site is a vacant, graded lot with a buildable pad and infrastructure within the corporate center, zoned for commercial -manufacturing development, consistent with the policies presented in the General Plan and standards presented in the Development Code. The proposed office building, approximately 25,000 square feet) is considered small- scale compared to many of the existing building within the Center. When the Center was reviewed by Los Angeles County, it was expected that the site would be developed. So infrastructure was planned and install in anticipation of development. Therefore, it is not expected that the proposed project will induce substantial growth in an area either directly or indirectly by proposing a new business or by the extension of roads or other infrastructure. C. The proposed project will be located within an existing corporate center. As such, it will not displace substantial numbers of existing housing, necessitating the construction of replacement housing elsewhere. ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES Potentially Potentially Less Than No Significant Significant Significant Impact Impact Unless Impact Mitigation Incorporated 2 pORUL'-A"�1OMAND1l0USlNG. . onl" "" toe a. Displace substantial numbers of people, necessitating the construction of replacement housing elsewhere? Source #s: 1990 Census of Population; Housing, MEA, p. II -1-19; X b. Induce substantial growth in an area either directly or indirectly (e.g. through projects in an undeveloped area or extension of major infrastructure)? Source #s: 1990 Census of Population and X Housing; MEA, p. II -1-19; General Plan EIR, p. 38; General Plan Land Use Map, p. 1-27; project site plan/application; C. Displace substantial numbers of existing housing, necessitating the construction of replacement housing elsewhere? Sources Its: X Source #s: 1990 Census of Population and Housing; MEA, p.11-1- 19; General Plan EIR, p. 38; General Plan Land Use Map, p. 1-27; project site plan/application; Existing Conditions: a. The proposed project is a vacant lot located within an established corporate center. Therefore, the proposed project will not displace numbers of people, necessitating the construction of replacement housing elsewhere. The proposed project site is a vacant, graded lot with a buildable pad and infrastructure within the corporate center, zoned for commercial -manufacturing development, consistent with the policies presented in the General Plan and standards presented in the Development Code. The proposed office building, approximately 25,000 square feet) is considered small- scale compared to many of the existing building within the Center. When the Center was reviewed by Los Angeles County, it was expected that the site would be developed. So infrastructure was planned and install in anticipation of development. Therefore, it is not expected that the proposed project will induce substantial growth in an area either directly or indirectly by proposing a new business or by the extension of roads or other infrastructure. C. The proposed project will be located within an existing corporate center. As such, it will not displace substantial numbers of existing housing, necessitating the construction of replacement housing elsewhere. Existing Conditions: a.,b. No portion of the City has been identified as in an Alquist-Priolo Special Studies Zone. The closest fault is the Diamond Bar Fault, which is described as a "small inactive local fault". Historically, there is no record of any earthquake with an epicenter in Diamond Bar of its Sphere of Influence, and no significant movement has ever been recorded for the Diamond Bar fault. The project area is bound on the north by the San Gabriel Mountains, on the west and south by the Whittier Fault and Elysian Fault and to the east by the Central Avenue -Chino Fault. The project site is located in highly seismic Southern California region within the influence of several fault systems that are considered to be active or potentially active. Therefore, it is anticipated that the project site will periodically experience ground acceleration as the result of small to moderate magnitude earthquakes. However, faults identified by the State as being either active or potentially active are not known to be present on-site. The site is not located within the State of California designated Earthquake Fault Zone; nor is the site located within a Seismic Hazard Zone. The proposed project lies within Seismic Zone 4. The proposed office building will be designed in accordance with the latest edition (1998) of Uniform Building Code. Therefore, likelihood of fault rupture is limited. ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES Potentially Potentially Less Than No Significant Significant Significant Impact Impact Unless Impact Mitigation Incorporated 3.. = 1GEOILO6I0A1PROBLEMS. illlpuldthe iroJect'result in ori` i ex osevio le to: oteniral.imcts.tnvolvm t F � . , a. Fault rupture? Source #s: General Plan, p. IV -2, and 3, Fig. IV -1; MEA, p. II -13-7 et seq.; General Plan EIR, Section III A., pg. 7-10; X Project application; b. Seismic ground shaking? Source #s: MEA, p. II -B-14, p. II -B-10, Fig. II -B-5; Project application; X X C. Seiche (water tanks, reservoirs)? Source #s: Walnut Valley Water District Map 1996; Project application; X d. Landslides or mudflows? Source #s: General Plan, p. IV -3, Fig. IV -1; MEA, p. II -B-3, Fig. II -B-2; II -B-15 State of California Seismic Hazard Zones Map dated April 15, 1998; Project application; City's Public X Works Division; e. Erosion changes in topography or unstable soil conditions from excavation, grading, or fill? Source Its: General Plan, p. IV -3, Fig. IV -1; Project application; City's Public Works Division; X f. i Subsidence of the land? Source #s: MEA, p. II -B-16; Project I application: City's Public Works Division; X g. Expansive soils? Source #s: MEA, p. II -6-16; Project application; City's Public Works Division; X Existing Conditions: a.,b. No portion of the City has been identified as in an Alquist-Priolo Special Studies Zone. The closest fault is the Diamond Bar Fault, which is described as a "small inactive local fault". Historically, there is no record of any earthquake with an epicenter in Diamond Bar of its Sphere of Influence, and no significant movement has ever been recorded for the Diamond Bar fault. The project area is bound on the north by the San Gabriel Mountains, on the west and south by the Whittier Fault and Elysian Fault and to the east by the Central Avenue -Chino Fault. The project site is located in highly seismic Southern California region within the influence of several fault systems that are considered to be active or potentially active. Therefore, it is anticipated that the project site will periodically experience ground acceleration as the result of small to moderate magnitude earthquakes. However, faults identified by the State as being either active or potentially active are not known to be present on-site. The site is not located within the State of California designated Earthquake Fault Zone; nor is the site located within a Seismic Hazard Zone. The proposed project lies within Seismic Zone 4. The proposed office building will be designed in accordance with the latest edition (1998) of Uniform Building Code. Therefore, likelihood of fault rupture is limited. c. -f. Liquefaction occurs when loose, saturated sandy soils are subjected to strong shaking resulting from earthquake motions. The sands typically lose a portion or all of their shear strength and regain strength sometime after the shaking stops. Soil movements (both vertical and lateral) have been observed under these conditions due to consolidation of the liquefied soils and the reduced shear resistance of slopes. The project site is generally underlain by inter -bedded fine-grained and coarse- grained soils which contain a high percentage of fines that have been placed as compacted, engineered fill. Considering the anticipated groundwater depths beneath the site and the type of soils encountered on-site, it is anticipated that the liquefaction potential of the underlying materials is very low. It is anticipated that the project site is generally satisfactory for the proposed project based on a report previously done for a similar project at the subject site. However, the applicant will be required to submit a soils report for the City's review and approval address this specific project prior to the issuance of any City permits. The applicant will be required to implement measure prescribe in the report to the satisfaction of the City. The closest reservoir is the Eldertree Reservoir, approximately one mile, by direct route, in a southwesterly direction. If seiche occurs, it will not affect the project site. Additionally, the project is not located near any volcanic mountain regions. There are no large bodies of water in close proximity to the project site. g. According to the soils report, the project site is believed to have a medium to high expansion potential. Expansive soils are characterized by their ability to undergo significant volume change (shrink or swell) due to variations in moisture content. Changes in soil moisture content can result from rainfall, landscape irrigation, utility leakage, roof drainage, perched groundwater, drought, or other factors and may cause unacceptable settlement or heave of structures, concrete slabs, or pavements. Depending on the extent and location below finished sub -grade, these soils could have a detrimental effect on the proposed project. Therefore, it is recommended that additional testing on the project site occur and the soils report included recommendations for medium expansive potential depending on the test results. ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES Potentially Potentially Less Than No Significant Significant Significant Impact Impact Unless Impact Mitigation Incorporated ncor orated 4. WATERMould the;oeres,.-. ,. a. Changes in absorption rates, drainage patterns, or the rate and amount of surface runoff? Source #s: City of Diamond Bar Public X Works Division; Project site plan; Y.— Exposure of people or property to water related hazards such as flooding? Source #s: General Plan, p. IV -4, Fig. IV -2, FEMA Flood X Panel No. 0650430980 B, Zone C, 12/2/80; Project application; C. Discharge into surface water or other alteration of surface water quality (e.g. temperature, dissolved oxygen or turbidity)? Source #s: X MEA, p. II -C-3, 4, Fig. II -C-1; Project application; d. Changes in the amount of surface water in any water body? Source #s: MEA, p. II -C-3, 4, Fig. II -C-1; X anges in currents, or the course of direction of water urce #s: MEA, p. II -C-3, 4, Fig. II -C-1; City of Diamond Bar Public [e. ;[additions orks Division; Project application; X anges in the quantity of ground waters either through direct or withdrawals, or through interception of an aquifer by I cuts or excavations or through substantial loss of groundwater X I recharge capability? Source #s: MEA, p. II -c-3, 4, Fig. II -C-1; Project application; g I Altered direction ct on or rate of flow of groundwater. Source #s: City of Diamond Bar Public Works Division; Project application; X h. Impacts to groundwater quality? Source #s: MEA, p. II -P-3-8; Project application; X i. Substantial reduction in the amount of groundwater otherwise available for public water supplies? Source #s: MEA, p. II -P-3-8; X Project application; j. Place housing within a 100 -year flood hazard area as mapped on the Federal Flood Hazard Boundary or Flood Insurance Rate Map or other flood hazard delineation map or place with 100 -year flood X hazard area structures, which would impede or re -direct flood flows? Source #s: General Plan, p. IV -4, Fig. IV -2; MEA, p. II -C-1 at seq.; Existing Conditions: a. Development of the project site will reduce pervious surfaces thereby increasing surface runoff. Runoff will be directed from on-site drainage devices to off-site drainage devices that are designed to accommodate project site runoff. The impacts associated from the increased runoff are expected to be insignificant. Additionally, as a project condition of approval, a hydrology study shall be required for the City's review and approval. Furthermore, the project will be required to comply with the appropriate recommendation within the report. b. The project site is not located within a flood hazard area and adequate drainage devices have been incorporated into the drainage plan Gateway Corporate Center, as well as the proposed project. Therefore, the proposed project is not expected to expose people or property to water related hazards. C. The proposed project is required to comply with the National_ Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit requirements and incorporated the appropriated Best Management Practices (BMP's) and Standard Urban Storm Water Mitigation Plan requirements in order to prevent pollution by reducing potential pollutants at the source. Therefore, it is not expected that the proposed project will violate any water quality standards. d.,e. No body of water exists around or near the project site or in the City of Diamond Bar. Due to the proposed project's small-scale changes in the quantity of ground waters either through direct additions or withdrawals, or through interception of an aquifer by cuts or excavations or through substantial loss of groundwater recharge capability is not expected to occur. g. Because of this proposed project's small size, it will not effect the direction or rate of flow of groundwater. h. Due to the discussion above in Item c, groundwater quality may be impacted by the proposed small-scale development, but its extent is likely to be minimal. The construction of one office building in an urbanized area is not considered to cause a substantial reduction in the amount of groundwater for public water supply. Additionally, groundwater is only utilized for reclaimed water supply. The proposed project is within an existing corporate center. Therefore, it will not place housing within a 100 -year flood hazard area as mapped on the Federal flood hazard Boundary or flood Insurance Rate Map or other flood hazard delineation map or place within a 100 -year flood hazard area structures which would impede or redirect flood flows. Existing Conditions: a. -d. Air quality may be affected during grading operation; however, it is not expected to be significant with procedures that will be implement to reduce air emissions. Additionally, such emissions are not expected to exceed those listed within the SCAQMD Air Quality Handbook. Tables 9-1 and 9-7 are screening tables for operations and construction of specified primary land uses. Pursuant to the tables and significant thresholds listed on page 6-2, an office building under 96.220 square feet will not have a significant impact on air quality in relationship to operations; and an office building under 559,000 square feet will not have a significant impact on air quality in relationship to construction. The proposed project is requesting approval for 25,000 square feet. Therefore, it is not anticipated that the proposed project will conflict with or obstruct the implementation of the applicable air quality plan; expose sensitive receptors to pollutants; create objectionable odors; violate air quality standards or contribute substantially to an existing or projected air quality violation; or result in a cumulatively considerable net increase of any criteria pollutant for which the project region is non - attainment under an applicable federal or state ambient air quality standard. ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES Potentially Potentially Less Than No Significant Significant Significant Impact Impact Unless Impact Mitigation Incorporated 5. AIR QUALITY: Would the'° io est. a. Conflict with or obstruct the implementation of the applicable air quality plan? Source #s: SCAQMD Air Quality Handbook; X b. Expose sensitive receptors to pollutants? Source #s: MEA, p. ll -F-8- 10, Fig. 11-F-3; Project application; X C. Result in cumulatively considerable net increase of any criteria pollutant for which the project region is non -attainment under an applicable federal or state ambient air quality standard (including releasing emissions, which exceed quantitative thresholds for ozone X precursors)? Source #s: SCAQMD Air Quality Handbook; Project application; d. Create objectionable odors? Source #s: SCAQMD Air Quality Handbook; Project application; X Existing Conditions: a. -d. Air quality may be affected during grading operation; however, it is not expected to be significant with procedures that will be implement to reduce air emissions. Additionally, such emissions are not expected to exceed those listed within the SCAQMD Air Quality Handbook. Tables 9-1 and 9-7 are screening tables for operations and construction of specified primary land uses. Pursuant to the tables and significant thresholds listed on page 6-2, an office building under 96.220 square feet will not have a significant impact on air quality in relationship to operations; and an office building under 559,000 square feet will not have a significant impact on air quality in relationship to construction. The proposed project is requesting approval for 25,000 square feet. Therefore, it is not anticipated that the proposed project will conflict with or obstruct the implementation of the applicable air quality plan; expose sensitive receptors to pollutants; create objectionable odors; violate air quality standards or contribute substantially to an existing or projected air quality violation; or result in a cumulatively considerable net increase of any criteria pollutant for which the project region is non - attainment under an applicable federal or state ambient air quality standard. Existing Conditions: a. -c. The applicant will be required to submit a traffic impact analysis report for the City's review and approval prior to the issuance of any City permits. The applicant will be required to implement all traffic mitigation measures as prescribed in the report and pay their "fair share" of cost for implementing these measures prior to final inspection or the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy. All traffic mitigation measures shall be installed to the satisfaction of the Public Works Director. ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES Potentially Potentially Less Than No Significant Significant Significant Impact Impact Unless Impact Mitigation Incorporated 6. - TRANSPORTAIOIVIO�RCUCI#T�N ., , o ► � the ro ec�restil in. An increase in vehicle trips which is substantial in relation to the i a a. existing traffic load and capacity of the street system (i.e. result in substantial increase in either the number of vehicle trips, the volume to capacity ratio on roads, or congestion at intersections) Source #s: X Project application/site plan; b. Substantially increase hazards due to design feature (e.g. sharp curves or dangerous intersections) or incompatible uses (e.g. farm equipment)? Source #s: City's Public Works Division; Project X application/site plan; C . Inadequate emergency access? Source #s: City's Public Works Division; Project application; X d-7 Inadequate parking capacity on-site? Source #s: City of Diamond Bar Development Code, Tittle 22, p. III -91, et seq.; Project site plan; X e. Exceeding, either individually or cumulatively, a level of service standard established by the county congestion management agency for designated roads and highways? Source #s: City's Public Works Division; Congestion Management Plan, Ordinance No. 01 (1993); X City of Diamond Bar Development Code, III -157 at. seq.; f. Conflict with adopted policies, plans, or programs supporting _T alternative transportation (e.g. bus turnabouts, bicycle racks)? Source #s: General Plan, p. V-22; Congestion Management Plan, Ordinance No. 01 (1993); City of Diamond Bar Development Code, X III -157 et. seq.; g. Change in rail, water, or air traffic patterns, including either an increase in traffic levels or a change in location that results in substantial safety risk? Source #s: MEA, p. II -T-36; Project X application; Existing Conditions: a. -c. The applicant will be required to submit a traffic impact analysis report for the City's review and approval prior to the issuance of any City permits. The applicant will be required to implement all traffic mitigation measures as prescribed in the report and pay their "fair share" of cost for implementing these measures prior to final inspection or the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy. All traffic mitigation measures shall be installed to the satisfaction of the Public Works Director. d. The proposed office building is approximately 25,000 gross square feet and 23,250 net square feet. Pursuant to the City adopted Gateway Corporate Center Design Guidelines, one parking space is required for each 250 square feet of net floor area of general office use. Therefore, 93 parking spaces are required and provided. As a result, it is anticipated that the proposed project will provide adequate on-site parking. e. Due to the proposed project's small-scale, it is not anticipated that the proposed project will exceed, either individually or cumulatively, a level of service standard established by the County congestion management agency for designated roads and highways. The proposed project's design is consistent with the General Plan's goals, objectives and strategies supporting circulation and transportation. Therefore, it is not anticipated that the proposed project will conflict with adopted policies, plans, or programs supporting alternative transportation. g. No rail, waterborne, or air traffic facilities or operations are in the vicinity of the proposed project. Therefore, the project will not impact these facilities or operations. Existing Conditions: a. -e. The proposed project is located within an existing corporate center approved by Los Angeles County and completed by 1986. The project site was mass graded as part of the overall grading for the corporate center. The mass grading also incorporated the buildable pad for the project site. Currently, the pad area is free of vegetation with the exception of moderated weed growth. The project site's descending slopes are heavily vegetation with ornamental trees and bushes planted by the corporate center as part of its landscape plan. As a result, it is anticipated that the project site does not contain species identified as a candidate, sensitive or special status species in local or region plan, policies, or regulation, or by the California Department of Fish and.Game or U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services or riparian habitat and federally protected wetlands as defined by Section 404 Clean Water Act, or other sensitive natural communities. The project site does not contain trees that require protection and/or preservation as described in the City's Development Code. ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES Potentially Potentially Less Than No Significant Significant Significant Impact Impact Unless Impact Mitigation Incorporated a. Substantial adverse effect, either directly or through habitat modifications, on any species identified as a candidate, sensitive, or special status species in local or regional plan, policies, or regulations, or by the California Department of Fish and Game or X U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services? Source #s: MEA, p. II-D-1-8; General Plan, p. III-11; Project site plan/ application; T.— Substantial adverse effect on and riparian habitat, federally protected wetlands as defined by Section 404 clean Water Act, or other sensitive natural community identified in local or regional plans, policies, regulations or by the California Department of Fish and Game or U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services? Source #s: MEA, p. X II-D-1-8; General Plan, p. III-11; City of Diamond Bar Development Code, p. III-149 et seq.; Project site plan/application; C. A conflict with any local policies or ordinances protecting biological resources, such as a tree preservation policy or ordinance? Source #s: MEA, p. II-D-1-8; General Plan, p. III-11, City of Diamond Bar X Development Code, p. 111.149 et. seq.; d-7 Conflict with the provisions of an adopted Habitat Conservation Plan, Natural Community conservation Plan, or other approved local, regional or state habitat conservation plan? Source #s: General X Plan, p. 1-15-16, p. 111.11; MEA, p. II-D-1-8; City of Diamond Bar i Development Code, p. 111-149 et. seq.; e. Substantial interference with the movement of any native resident or I migratory fish or wildlife species or with established native resident 1 or migratory wildlife corridors, or impede the use of native wildlife X nursery sites? Source #s: MEA, p. 11-D-1-8 & 18; i Existing Conditions: a. -e. The proposed project is located within an existing corporate center approved by Los Angeles County and completed by 1986. The project site was mass graded as part of the overall grading for the corporate center. The mass grading also incorporated the buildable pad for the project site. Currently, the pad area is free of vegetation with the exception of moderated weed growth. The project site's descending slopes are heavily vegetation with ornamental trees and bushes planted by the corporate center as part of its landscape plan. As a result, it is anticipated that the project site does not contain species identified as a candidate, sensitive or special status species in local or region plan, policies, or regulation, or by the California Department of Fish and.Game or U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services or riparian habitat and federally protected wetlands as defined by Section 404 Clean Water Act, or other sensitive natural communities. The project site does not contain trees that require protection and/or preservation as described in the City's Development Code. Existing Conditions: a. -c. The proposed project will be required to comply with the latest edition (1998) of the UBC, thereby conforming to the City's energy conservation standards. The proposed project site will not result in the loss of availability of locally important mineral resources recovery site delineation within the General Plan, specific plan or other land use plan because there are no significant, concentration mineral resources in Diamond Bar at this time. ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES Potentially Potentially Less Than No Significant Significant Significant Impact Impact Unless Impact Mitigation Incorporated 8. �,jENERQ iND MINEi3AOOWRCE NIoal" .3ti ro `` " a, ,: I : 1,100 a. Conflict with adopted energy conservation plans? Source #s: General Plan, p. III -14; Uniform Building Code 1998; X b. Use non-renewable resources in a wasteful and inefficient manner? Source #s: MEA, p. II -S-1; Uniform Building Code, 1998; Project X application; C. Result in the loss of availability of a known mineral resource that would be of future value to the region and the residents of the State? Source #s: MEA, p. III -B-17; Project application; X Existing Conditions: a. -c. The proposed project will be required to comply with the latest edition (1998) of the UBC, thereby conforming to the City's energy conservation standards. The proposed project site will not result in the loss of availability of locally important mineral resources recovery site delineation within the General Plan, specific plan or other land use plan because there are no significant, concentration mineral resources in Diamond Bar at this time. Existing Conditions: The proposed project will likely utilize hazardous materials, such as oil, diesel fuel, etc. during the construction phase. The proposed use is general office. As a result, it is not anticipated that that proposed project will create a significant hazard to the public or the environment through the routine transport, use, or disposal of hazardous materials; or create a significant hazard to the public or the environment through reasonable foreseeable upset and accident conditions involving the release of hazardous materials into the environment. It is not expected that the proposed project will impair the implementation of or physically interfere with the City's adopted emergency response plan or emergency evacuation plan. ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES Potentially Potentially Less Than No Significant Significant Significant Impact Impact Unless Impact Mitigation Incorporated ?HAZARDS oWd a "io Create a significant hazard to the public or the environment through - a. the routine transport, use, or disposal of hazardous material; or create a significant hazard to the public or the environment through reasonable foreseeable upset and accident conditions involving the X release of hazardous materials into the environment? Source #s: MEA, p. II -M-1; Project application, General Plan, p. IV -1 et seq.; b. Impair the implementation of or physically interfere with an adopted emergency response plan or emergency evacuation plan? Source #s: Multihazard Function Plan, City of Diamond Bar, 1992; Project X application; C. Emit hazardous emissions or handle hazardous or actively hazardous materials, substances, or waste within one-quarter mile of an existing or proposed school? Source #s: Walnut Valley X Unified School District; Pomona Unified School District; City of I Diamond Bar House Numbering Map; d. Be located on a site which is included on a list of hazardous materials sites compiled pursuant to Government Code Section 65962.5 and, as a result, would it create a significant hazard to the public or the environment? Source #s: MEA, p. II -M-1 et seq.; X project application/ site plan; e. Expose people or structures to a significant risk of loss, injury or death involving wildland fires, including where wildlands are adjacent to urbanized areas or where residences are intermixed with I wildlands? Sources #s: MEA, p. II -K-1; General Plan, p. IV -1 et. X seq.; Uniform Building Code, 1998; project application/site plan; Existing Conditions: The proposed project will likely utilize hazardous materials, such as oil, diesel fuel, etc. during the construction phase. The proposed use is general office. As a result, it is not anticipated that that proposed project will create a significant hazard to the public or the environment through the routine transport, use, or disposal of hazardous materials; or create a significant hazard to the public or the environment through reasonable foreseeable upset and accident conditions involving the release of hazardous materials into the environment. It is not expected that the proposed project will impair the implementation of or physically interfere with the City's adopted emergency response plan or emergency evacuation plan. C. The project site is located approximately one-half mile plus from an existing school. There are no schools proposed closer than one-half mile from the project site. Additionally, with circumstances as referenced in Item a. above, it is not expected that the proposed project will emit hazardous emissions or handle hazardous or actively hazardous materials, substances or waste within one-quarter mile of an existing or proposed school. The project is not located on a site which is included on a list of hazardous materials site compiled pursuant to Government Code §65962.5, and as a result will not create a significant hazard to the public or the environment. e. The proposed project is in an urbanized area and not adjacent to areas where the possibility for wildland fires exist or near wetlands. Therefore, the proposed project will not expose people or structures to a significant risk of loss, injury or death involving wildland fires, including where wildlands are adjacent to urbanized areas or where residences are intermixed with wildlands. Existing Conditions: a. -b. The project site is located within an area impacted by noise generated by the SR 57 and SR 60 Freeways and Golden Springs Drive. The proposed project's development will generate noise impacts but not to a level that surpasses existing sound levels. With the completion of development, noise levels related to construction will cease. Typically, an office use does not generate excessive goundborne vibration or groundborne noise levels. Therefore, the proposed project is not expected to expose persons to or generate significant noise levels in excess of standards established in the City's General Plan, noise standards, or applicable standards of other agencies; or expose persons to or generate excessive groundborne vibration or groundborne noise levels. ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES Potentially Potentially Less Than No Significant Significant Significant Impact Impact Unless, Impact Mitigation Incorporated 10. NOISe-tWould the`' "ro ecG s a. Exposure of persons to or generation of noise levels in excess of standards established in the local general plan or noise ordinance, or applicable standards of other agencies; or exposure of persons to or generation of excessive groundborne vibration or groundborne X noise levels? Source #s: General Plan, p. IV -15; MEA, p. II -G-1 et seq.; City of Diamond Bar Development Code, p. III -81 et.seq.; Project application; b. A substantial permanent increase or temporary or periodic in ambient noise levels in the project vicinity above levels existing without the project. Source #s: General Plan, p. IV -15; MEA, p. II -G- X 1 et seq.; City of Diamond Bar Development Code, p. III -81 et. seq.; Project application; Existing Conditions: a. -b. The project site is located within an area impacted by noise generated by the SR 57 and SR 60 Freeways and Golden Springs Drive. The proposed project's development will generate noise impacts but not to a level that surpasses existing sound levels. With the completion of development, noise levels related to construction will cease. Typically, an office use does not generate excessive goundborne vibration or groundborne noise levels. Therefore, the proposed project is not expected to expose persons to or generate significant noise levels in excess of standards established in the City's General Plan, noise standards, or applicable standards of other agencies; or expose persons to or generate excessive groundborne vibration or groundborne noise levels. Existing Conditions: a., b. The proposed project is located within an existing corporate center that has been and will continue to receive police and fire services from the Los Angeles. Development of the project site was anticipated in the original approval of the corporate center. Therefore, it is anticipated that the proposed project will not require the development of new or expanded facilities or services for police and fire protection. C. The proposed project is located within the Walnut Valley School District. The District is in need of permanent facilities. It is not anticipated that the proposed office project will create a significant demand to the District. However, the project is required to pay school fees as part of the development fees paid to the City. d. No other specific governmental services have been identified that may be impacted by the proposed project. ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES Potentially Potentially Less Than No Significant Significant Significant Impact Impact Unless Impact Mitigation Incorporated 71 EUBLICNSERVICESWonTi1 a ectfiave an effectnpgeeor `. � Gt result �n a:need for stew ora a government services, many� � �; . -� of ttie'fclfowin' ams a. Fire Protection? Source #s: General Plan, p. VI 3; Project application; X b. Police Protections? Source #s: General Plan, p. VI-3;Function Plan, City of Diamond Bar, 1992; Project application; X C. Schools? Source #s: MEA, p. II -0-1; X d. Other governmental services? Source #s: General Plan, p. VI -1 et seq.; X Existing Conditions: a., b. The proposed project is located within an existing corporate center that has been and will continue to receive police and fire services from the Los Angeles. Development of the project site was anticipated in the original approval of the corporate center. Therefore, it is anticipated that the proposed project will not require the development of new or expanded facilities or services for police and fire protection. C. The proposed project is located within the Walnut Valley School District. The District is in need of permanent facilities. It is not anticipated that the proposed office project will create a significant demand to the District. However, the project is required to pay school fees as part of the development fees paid to the City. d. No other specific governmental services have been identified that may be impacted by the proposed project. Existing Conditions: a. -g. The proposed project is considered small scale and will not result in the need for new systems or supplies or substantial alterations to the following: electrical power or natural gas; communication systems; local or regional water treatment or distribution facilities; sewer systems; storm drainage systems; and solid waste disposal systems. All systems and supplies necessary for the proposed facility are existing. ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES Potentially Potentially Less Than No Significant Significant Significant Impact Impact Unless Impact Mitigation Incorporated 12 UTILITIES AND ER11fC SY$T M� ofild the prc ectresull r n"'v� -a: need`for ew sgystg or stip lies, t su6staan of alteratroes to the fo0owin vilities a. Power or natural gas? Source #s: General Plan, p. 1-18, VI -2; Project application; X b. Communication systems? Source #s: General Plan, p.1-18, VI -2; Project application; X C, Local or regional water treatment or distribution facilities? Source #s: General Plan, p.1-18, VI -2; Project application; X d. Sewer or septic tanks? Source #s: General Plan, p. 1-18, VI -2; Project application; X e. Storm water drainage? Source #s: General Plan, p. 1-18, VI -2; Project application; X f. Solid waste disposal? Source #s: General Plan, p.1-18, VI -2; Project application; X g Local or regional water supplies? Source #s: General Plan, p. 1-18, VI -2; Project application; X Existing Conditions: a. -g. The proposed project is considered small scale and will not result in the need for new systems or supplies or substantial alterations to the following: electrical power or natural gas; communication systems; local or regional water treatment or distribution facilities; sewer systems; storm drainage systems; and solid waste disposal systems. All systems and supplies necessary for the proposed facility are existing. Existing Conditions: a. -c. The proposed project will be developed in compliance with the Design Guidelines of Gateway Corporate Center and the City's Development Review and Design Guideline standards. As a result, the proposed project will be consistent with the existing development within the corporate center and surrounding area by utilizing good architectural design and features, as well as compatible and pleasing colors and materials. The only source of light and glare may emanate from the sunlight reflected on windows and the on-site lighting. However, on-site lighting will be shielded and installed in a manner that will not reflect light or glare on to neighboring properties and public streets. Furthermore, the project site is not located adjacent to a scenic vista, historic buildings and/or a state scenic highway. The project site is previously graded with a buildable pad. It does not contain natural resources such as tree, native vegetation or rock outcroppings. ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES Potentially Potentially Less Than No Significant Significant Significant Impact Impact Unless Impact Mitigation Incorporated 13.. ;;AESTHETICS 1Noutd a ro ect::_z. � '... �. � ' '""�� �:' a. Have a substantial adverse affect on a scenic vista or damage scenic resources, including, but not limited to trees, rock out croppings, and historic buildings within a state scenic highway? X Source #s: General Plan, p. III-10;Project application; b. Substantially degrade the existing visual character or quality of the site and its surroundings? Source #s: General Plan, p. III -10; City of Diamond Bar's Development Code, p. IV -11 at. seq.; City Design X Guidelines, p. 1-25; Project plans/application; photo simulation; C. Create a new source of substantial light or glare, which would adversely affect day or nighttime views in the area? Source #s: City of Diamond Bar's Development Code, p. IV -1 i et.seq.; City Design X Guidelines, p. 1-25; Project plans/application; Existing Conditions: a. -c. The proposed project will be developed in compliance with the Design Guidelines of Gateway Corporate Center and the City's Development Review and Design Guideline standards. As a result, the proposed project will be consistent with the existing development within the corporate center and surrounding area by utilizing good architectural design and features, as well as compatible and pleasing colors and materials. The only source of light and glare may emanate from the sunlight reflected on windows and the on-site lighting. However, on-site lighting will be shielded and installed in a manner that will not reflect light or glare on to neighboring properties and public streets. Furthermore, the project site is not located adjacent to a scenic vista, historic buildings and/or a state scenic highway. The project site is previously graded with a buildable pad. It does not contain natural resources such as tree, native vegetation or rock outcroppings. Existing Conditions: a. There are no paleontological sites identified within the City and the site has sustained extensive grading as part of the Center's development. Therefore, it is not anticipated that the site's development will disturb paleontological resources. b. There are no archaeological sites identified within the City and the site has sustained extensive grading as part of the Center's development. Therefore, it is not anticipated that the site's development will disturb archaeological resources. C. No historical sites have been identified within the vicinity of the project site and none are expected. Therefore, development of the proposed project will not affect historical resources. d.,e. No unique ethnic cultural values, religious, sacred or formal cemeteries are located within a quarter mile of the project site. Therefore, the proposed project will not have the potential to create adverse impacts on said resources. ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES Potentially Potentially Less Than No Significant Significant Significant Impact Impact Unless Impact Mitigation Incorporated 14. CULTURAL,RESOIJRCES:Wouldu e:`caecfv a. Directly or indirectly destroy a unique'paleontological resource or site or unique geologic features? Source #s: MEA, II -H-1 et. seq.; Project application; X b. Cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of an archaeological resource pursuant to 15064.5. Source #s; MEA, 11- H-1 et seq.; Project plans/application; X C. Cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of historical resources as defined in 15064.5? Source #s: MEA, II -H -let seq.; Project plans/application; X d. Have the potential to cause a physical change, which would affect unique ethnic cultural values? Source #s: MEA, 11-H-1 et seq.; Project plans/application; X e. Restrict existing religious or sacred uses within the potential impact area? Source #s: MEA, 11 -H -let seq.; Project plans/application; X Existing Conditions: a. There are no paleontological sites identified within the City and the site has sustained extensive grading as part of the Center's development. Therefore, it is not anticipated that the site's development will disturb paleontological resources. b. There are no archaeological sites identified within the City and the site has sustained extensive grading as part of the Center's development. Therefore, it is not anticipated that the site's development will disturb archaeological resources. C. No historical sites have been identified within the vicinity of the project site and none are expected. Therefore, development of the proposed project will not affect historical resources. d.,e. No unique ethnic cultural values, religious, sacred or formal cemeteries are located within a quarter mile of the project site. Therefore, the proposed project will not have the potential to create adverse impacts on said resources. Existing Conditions: a., b. Considering the type and small-scale of the proposed project, it is not expected that the proposed project will increase the demand for demand for neighborhood or regional parks or other recreational facilities or affect existing recreational opportunities to the extent that deterioration of such facilities would occur; nor that the expansion of such facilities would occur, thereby causing an adverse physical effect on the environment. ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES Potentially Potentially Less Than No Significant Significant Significant Impact Impact Unless Impact Mitigation Incorporated `RECREATIONAL=RESIDURG _ a dY�ie ro ect: as -.�. •„ ` , .� .v Q� r a. Increase the demand use of existing neighborhood and regional parks or other recreational facilities such that substantial deterioration of the facility would occur or be accelerated? Source X #s: General Plan, p. II -1 et seq.; Project application; b. Include recreational facilities or require the construction or expansion of recreational facilities, which might have an adverse physical effect on the environment? Source #s: General Plan, p. II -1 X et seq.; Project plans/application; Existing Conditions: a., b. Considering the type and small-scale of the proposed project, it is not expected that the proposed project will increase the demand for demand for neighborhood or regional parks or other recreational facilities or affect existing recreational opportunities to the extent that deterioration of such facilities would occur; nor that the expansion of such facilities would occur, thereby causing an adverse physical effect on the environment. Existing Conditions: a. Due to the information presented in the application, plans submitted and site survey, it is anticipated that the proposed project does not have the potential to degrade the quality of the environment, substantially reduce the habitat of Fish or wildlife species, cause fish or wildlife population to drop below self-sustaining level, threatened to eliminate a plant or animal community, reduce the number or restrict the range of rare endangered plant or animal or eliminate important examples of major periods of California history or pre -history. b. Due to the information presented in the application, plans submitted, site survey, and analysis within this document, it is anticipated that the proposed project does not have the potential to achieve short-term, to the disadvantage of long-term, environmental goals. Due to the information presented in the application, plans submitted, site survey, and analysis within this document, it is anticipated that the proposed project does not have impacts that are individually limited, but cumulatively considerable. Due to the information presented in the application, plans submitted, and analysis within this document, it is anticipated that the proposed project is not have environmental effects, which will cause substantial as adverse effects on human beings, either directly or indirectly. ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES Potentially Potentially Less Than No Significant Significant Significant Impact Impact Unless Impact Mitigation Incorporated 16. MANDATORY,-FINDINGSOF;SIGNIFICANCE -`;max a. Does the project have the potential to degrade the quality of the environment, substantially reduce the habitat of fish or wildlife species, cause a fish or wildlife population to drop below self X sustaining level, threaten to eliminate a plant or animal community, reduce the number or restrict the range of a rare or endangered plant or animal or eliminate important examples of the major periods of California history or pre -history? b. Does the project have the potential to achieve short-term, to the disadvantage of long-term, environmental goals? X C. Does the project have impacts that are individually limited, but cumulatively considerable? ("cumulatively considerable" means that the incremental effects of a project are considerable when viewed in connection with the effects of past projects, the effects of other X current projects, and the affects of probable future projects.) d. Does the project have environmental effects, which will cause substantial adverse effects on human beings, either directly or indirectly? X Existing Conditions: a. Due to the information presented in the application, plans submitted and site survey, it is anticipated that the proposed project does not have the potential to degrade the quality of the environment, substantially reduce the habitat of Fish or wildlife species, cause fish or wildlife population to drop below self-sustaining level, threatened to eliminate a plant or animal community, reduce the number or restrict the range of rare endangered plant or animal or eliminate important examples of major periods of California history or pre -history. b. Due to the information presented in the application, plans submitted, site survey, and analysis within this document, it is anticipated that the proposed project does not have the potential to achieve short-term, to the disadvantage of long-term, environmental goals. Due to the information presented in the application, plans submitted, site survey, and analysis within this document, it is anticipated that the proposed project does not have impacts that are individually limited, but cumulatively considerable. Due to the information presented in the application, plans submitted, and analysis within this document, it is anticipated that the proposed project is not have environmental effects, which will cause substantial as adverse effects on human beings, either directly or indirectly. m E X sm m z / D m P �ZzF�v"�z Am0Asm A1z 9Z z 0 0 y A V t� � g r r \ m I I K I I / m / z r,i � � m / a m E X sm m z / D m P �ZzF�v"�z Am0Asm A1z 9Z z 0 0 y A 25,000 SO FT OFFICE DR AKSAR OMAR M D 21671 EAST GATEWAY CENTER DRIVE DIAMOND BAR, CALIFORNIA _ _ V t� 25,000 SO FT OFFICE DR AKSAR OMAR M D 21671 EAST GATEWAY CENTER DRIVE DIAMOND BAR, CALIFORNIA _ _ I\ I (9BQMu®bub DQK, �Q6i>xe3�V�lQ �r'16u6��Q�[� (�"�Qbu ti, L�JLJ - � 9s lv ea& v &y � r 1Y x IT s � (9BQMu®bub DQK, �Q6i>xe3�V�lQ �r'16u6��Q�[� (�"�Qbu ti, L�JLJ - � 9s lv ea& effigy &y > m f A n / �OOOJO0000 v � o C—� O 'I C—� O ,1d i'— oil DR AKBAR OMAR M D L tZJ Q UJ F1 EJ 0 E-21 IZI DR AKBAR OMAR M D tZJ Q UJ F1 EJ 0 E-21 IZI mi Uzi DR AKBAR OMAR M D City of Diamond Bar PLANNING COMMISSION Staff Report AGENDA ITEM NUMBER: 8.4 REPORT DATE: October 15, 2002 MEETING DATE: October 22, 2002 CASE/FILE NUMBER: General Plan Amendment 2002-01, Zone Change 2002-01, Specific Plan 2002-01, Development Review 2002-07, Conditional Use Permit 2002-05, Tentative Parcel Map No. 26771, Tree Permit No. 2002-10 and Mitigated Negative Declaration No. 2002-07. APPLICATION REQUEST: A request for approval of the following: 0 General Plan Amendment (Professional Office to General Commercial); 0 Zone Change (M -1 -DP- BE to C -2 -SP), Specific Plan (to guarantee a comprehensive development and advance the goals and objectives of the General Plan); 0 Subdivision (Parcel. Map for Commercial Condominium Purposes); 0 Conditional Use Permit (development of a shopping center); 0 Development Review (location, design, site plan configuration and the overall affect of the proposed project); and 0 Tree Permit (removal and replacement of a protected tree species). The requested discretionary approvals are required for the proposed construction of a retail/commercial shopping center consisting of a 116 -room three- story hotel, two freestanding restaurants, and two office/retail building pads totaling to approximately 70,370 gross square feet of building area. PROJECT LOCATION: 850 Brea Canyon Road (APN 8719-013-010) PROPERTY OWNER: Louis Marcellin 20326 Fuerte Drive Walnut, CA 91789 1 APPLICANT: Phil Williams (Extended Stay America) 2525 Cherry Avenue, #310 Signal Hill, CA 90806 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: Approval of the requests would permit the applicant (Phil Williams for Extended Stay America) to develop the site as a retail/commercial shopping center consisting of a 116 - room three-story hotel, two freestanding restaurants, and two office/retail building pads totaling approximately 70,370 square feet of gross building area. Additionally, the development would contain a 60 -foot high double-faced freestanding pylon sign (880 sq. ft. of total sign face area), with advertisement space for all proposed tenants. Furthermore, granting approval would permit the commercial condominium subdivision of the single 6.50 gross acre site into five parcels ranging in size from .72 acres to 2.44 acres. The subject site currently has a General Plan land use designation of Professional Office and is zoned M -1 -DP -BE (Light Manufacturing, Development Plan -Billboard Exclusion). This zoning classification permits various light industrial/manufacturing uses including research and development, and office -based industrial uses. The site is currently developed and operated as a recreational vehicle (RV) storage park. The requested development is not permitted under the existing land use designation and implementing zoning classification. However, it is staff's opinion that the requested land use and zone change to allow the intended development is an appropriate alternative and logical evolution of land use based on the established development pattern consisting of a mixture of complimentary commercial and residential uses. Additionally, the site size and configuration, direct access to a major arterial, and proximity to the freeway make it viable and suitable for this type of retail/commercial development. Furthermore, staff believes that a retail/commercial shopping center of this scale, intensity and diversity of uses will assist in advancing the goals of the General Plan by: o Achieving economic stability through development and increased employment opportunities; and o Augmenting the City's revenue base to better support public services and facilities; and o Maximizing economic development potential of underdeveloped properties; and o Enhancing the City's image as a viable area for development; and o Encouraging new and expanded developments to locate in the City of Diamond Bar. 2 To ensure that these aforementioned goals are achieved, staff is recommending the adoption of a Specific Plan. The Specific Plan will provide regulatory controls that assure development projects attain the desired level of quality and coherent compatible community design. It establishes development standards (e.g. setbacks, landscaping, sign criteria, subdivision, etc), design guidelines, and public improvement requirements. SEQUENCE OF ENTITLEMENT PROCESSING: As previously stated, based on the proposed use and design, the proposed project requires approval of the following seven (7) discretionary applications: General Plan Amendment - Amendment to the General Plan Land Use Element from Professional Office to General Commercial; 2. Zone Change - Change of zone from M -1 -DP -BE (Light Manufacturing - Development Plan -Billboard Exclusion) to C-2 (Community Commercial -Specific Plan); 3. Specific Plan - Adoption of a Specific Plan to ensure a comprehensive development and advance the goals and objectives of the General Plan; 3. Conditional Use Permit - Allow for the development of a retail shopping center; 4. Development Review - Approve the location, design, site plan configuration and the overall effect of the proposed project. 5. Subdivision (Tentative Map) -Permit a five lot commercial condominium;and 6. Tree Permit - Allow for the removal and replacement of a protected tree species. These required entitlements are being processed simultaneously to achieve a complete, comprehensive review of the proposed development. The Planning Commission is being requested to make a sequential recommendations and/or decisions on each application. The requests begin with: 1) Examining the broad- based policy choice of amending the General Plan to allow for commercial activities rather than office/professional uses; 2) If a majority of the Commissioners agree with the proposed amended land use designation, a subsequent decision can be made on the appropriate implementing zoning designation; 3) The Planning Commission is asked to examine the additional implementing tool of adopting the submitted Specific Plan; and 4) The final four discretionary approvals related directly to the proposed project development. a. Conditional Use Permit b. Development Review C. Subdivision (Tentative Map) d. Tree Permit Amendment to the General Plan, approval of the Zone Change, adoption of the Specific Plan and approval of the Tentative Map is decided at a duly noticed public hearing before the City Council based in part upon a recommendation from the Planning Commission. The Planning Commission makes a recommendation to the City Council as whether to approve or deny the request. The City Council is the final decision-making body for these applications. Note: State law requires that the underlying General Plan land use designation and implementing zoning be consistent. Therefore, if the land use designation is changed, the zone shall be revised to reflect the amendment. The Planning Commission's decision on the Development Review, Conditional Use Permit, and Tree Permit will be final, unless appealed to the City Council. However, if approved by the Commission, the Development Review, Conditional Use Permit, and Tree Permit will not be valid unless the General Plan Amendment, Zone Change, Specific Plan and Tentative Map are approved by the City Council. ANALYSIS: The seven (7) entitlements are sequential in nature, and are discussed as follows: 1. General Plan Amendment - Amendment to the General Plan Land Use Element from Professional Office to General Commercial. The City's General Plan is a long-range planning document developed as a comprehensive growth -management and community development strategy. It defines citywide policies that will be achieved through subsequent community plans, ordinances, standards and guidelines, studies, capital improvements, economic development procedures and other pertinent programs. The adopted policies of the General Plan guide the physical development pattern and promote the necessity of adequate public services and facilities. The General Plan is the underlying controlling document. The preparation, adoption, implementation and maintenance of the General Plan aids in informing developers, citizens, decision -makers, other cities and counties of the rules that will guide development, and provide a basis for local government judgments. All land use decisions of the City of Diamond Bar should have a direct correlation to the established goals and policies of the General Plan. Thereby, all future land use decisions should be fair and impartial. Most importantly, the General Plan is to act as the constitution for development, the foundation upon which all land use decisions are based. The Land Use Element is to establish a pattern for compatible land uses to reflect existing conditions and to guide future development. By law, the element must set clear standards for the density of population and the intensity of development for each proposed land use category. The existing land use designation is Professional Office, which allows for a variety of general, professional, and administrative offices, and similar related compatible uses. 4 The proposed land use designation is General Commercial, which provides for a wide range of retail shopping and services uses. Adjacent land use designations within the City of Diamond Bar are General Commercial (C), Industrial (1) and Low Medium Residential (RLM) as shown on the City of Diamond Bar land use map. Staff believes that the proposed amendment represents a logical, appropriate and rationale alternate land use designation. The Planning Commission should weigh all evidence and recommend approval or denial of the General Plan Amendment based on the goals and objectives of the community as summarized in the General Plan. The Planning Commission's recommendation will be forwarded to the City Council for a final decision. 2. Zone Change - Change of zone from M -1 -DP -BE (Light Manufacturing - Development Plan -Billboard Exclusion) to C-2 (Community Commercial -Specific Plan). Fundamentally, in its original and primary sense, zoning is simply the division of a city into districts and the prescription and application of different regulations in each district. These zoning regulations are generally divided into two classes: (1) those which regulate the height or bulk of buildings within certain designated districts — in other words, those regulations which have to do with structural and architectural design of the buildings, and (2) those which prescribe the use to which buildings within certain designated districts may be put. The purposes of zoning is the attainment of unity in the construction and development of a city, along lines of reasonable regulations which tend to promote the health, safety and general welfare of the community. The existing zoning of the property is M -1 -DP (Light Manufacturing, Development Plan - Billboard Exclusion), which is intended to permit various light industrial/manufacturing uses including research and development, and office -based industrial uses. The request is to change the zone to C -2 -SP (Community Commercial -Development Plan), which has been established to provide areas for the location and operation of a wide range of retail shopping and service uses. It is staff's opinion that the C-2 zone is an appropriate implementing zone for the General Commercial land use designation. However, other implementing zoning designations could be C-1 or C-3, each having various development intensities and permitted uses. The Planning Commission should weigh all evidence and recommend to the City Council approval or denial of the requested zone change based on the proposed amendment consistency with the General Plan. The Planning Commission's recommendation will be forwarded to the City Council for a final decision. 3. Specific Plan - Adoption of a Specific Plan to ensure a comprehensive development and advance the goals and objectives of the General Plan. A Specific Plan is a regulatory tool that local governments use to implement the General Plan and guide development in a localized area. A Specific Plan is able to focus on the unique characteristics of a specific area, by customizing the planning process and land use regulations for that area. A Specific Plan provides for flexibility and encourages innovative use of land resources and development of a variety of land use types. 9 The use of a Specific Plan has been chosen to guide the development in this particular instance given the unique size, configuration, access and proximity of the site to the freeway. It is staff's belief that additional regulatory measures are warranted to safeguard future development opportunities and attain the desired level of quality and coherent compatible community design. Additionally, it is important to establish development standards (e.g., permitted uses, setbacks, landscaping, sign criteria, subdivision, etc.), design guidelines, and public improvement requirements that would facilitate the goals of the General Plan and augment the City's revenue base to better support public services and facilities. Additionally, the proposed Specific Plan uses will permit drive-through facilities without a Conditional Use Permit. The primary issues addressed in the proposed Specific Plan are: restricted uses, minimum site size, and special freeway -oriented freestanding sign criteria. The Specific Plan restricts the type of permitted uses to primarily retail sales tax producers. Also, it prohibits the subdividing of the lot, except for commercial condominiums. Lastly, a single 60 -foot high double-faced freestanding sign with a maximum 880 square feet of sign face area(includes both sign faces -440 square feet each) would be permitted on the site. The sign would be allowed to advertise any and all approved tenants on-site. The Planning Commission is to weigh all evidence and recommend approval of or denial of the proposed Specific Plan based on the determination that it promotes and advances the goals and objectives of the General Plan. The Planning Commission's recommendation will be forwarded to the City Council for a final decision. 4. Conditional Use Permit - Allow for the development of the site as a retail shopping center. The requested Conditional Use Permit (CUP) is contingent upon the General Plan Amendment, Zone Change and Specific Plan. If the General Pian Amendment, Zone Change and Specific Pian are successful, the proposed project requires approval of a CUP. Therefore, the CUP can only be approved and valid with the approval of the General Plan Amendment, Zone Change and Specific Plan. In each of the City's zoning districts, uses are divided into two categories: permitted uses, and permitted uses subject to a conditional use permit. Permitted uses are those that have been categorized and determined to be compatible with each other when certain predetermined standards and conditions (i.e. parking, setbacks, lot coverage, landscaping, height requirements, etc.) have been met (also referred to as ministerial actions). On the other hand, uses permitted subject to a conditional use permit are those, which have a special impact or uniqueness such that their effect on the surrounding environment cannot be determined in advance of the use being proposed for a particular location (also known as an adjudicative actions). The approval or denial is at the discretion of the Planning Commission. Nevertheless, in both cases, all development must be designed to be compatible with existing and future land uses, and be reviewed through the City's Development Review process. J The City's Development Code (Section 22.10.030, Table 2-6) permits the development of shopping centers in the C-2 zone, provided the City's Planning Commission first approves a CUP. The CUP is required to determine whether the proposed use should be permitted by weighing the public need for and the benefit to be derived from the use against the impact, which it may cause. Additionally, this discretionary approval process aims to ensure that the proposal is consistent with the City's General Plan land use policies and zoning standards; provide for quality site design, layout and architecture; and promote a rational design transition with adjacent properties. As previously mentioned, the Community Development and Services Department and other City Departments and Divisions (i.e. Planning, Building and Safety, and Public Works/Engineering) have reviewed the project through the City's Development Review process. The development review process enables the various City Departments and Divisions to check development proposals for conformity with the provisions established in the City's Municipal and Development Code. Additionally, the review process is to ensure that each development proposal is designed to be compatible with any existing structures on-site and/or the neighboring properties. In this way, the quality and economic health of our residential, commercial and industrial districts are maintained. Staff's primary concern is in regards to the proposed hotel operation. It is intended for occupancies that extend beyond several days. Chapter 3.16 of the Diamond Bar Municipal Code establishes provisions to collect a transient occupancy tax from the hotel operator for each room that is consecutively occupied up to 30 days. While staff is generally supportive of the use as providing a needed service, and recognizes that the nature of the proposed business is to accommodate longer stays, we also seek assurances to prevent the hotel development from becoming a de -facto apartment building. This would result in a substantial loss in revenue for the City from the transient occupancy tax, and be contradictory to the General Plan and proposed Specific Plan goals and objectives. It has the ability to diminish the intended retail/commercial land use framework. Therefore, staff recommends, as a condition of approval, that the transient occupancy tax will be required for each day a room is occupied in accordance with local and State law. All City Departments and Divisions have reviewed the proposal and based on the submitted design, recommended operating procedures, and on- and off-site improvements to improve ingress and egress, staff is of the opinion that the following required findings (Section 22.58.040 — Conditional Use Permits of the DBDC) can be made in the affirmative. 1. The proposed use is allowed within the subject zoning district with the approval of a Conditional Use Permit and complies with all other applicable provisions of this Development Code and the Municipal Code; 2. The proposed use is consistent with the General Plan and any applicable specific plan; 3. The design, location, size and operating characteristics of the proposed use are compatible with the existing and future land uses in the vicinity; 7 4. The subject site is physically suitable for the type and density/intensity of use being proposed including access, provision of utilities, compatibility with adjoining land uses, and the absence of physical constraints; 5. Granting the Conditional Use Permit will not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare, or injurious to persons, property, or improvements in the vicinity and zoning district in which the property is located; and 6. The proposed project has been reviewed in compliance with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The Planning Commission may approve, approve with conditions, deny, or continue the Conditional Use Permit request. If approved, the decision is contingent upon approval of the General Plan Amendment, Zone Change, and Specific Plan by the City Council 5. Development Review - Approve the location, design, site plan configuration and the overall effect of the proposed project. The purpose of Development Review is to establish consistency with the General Pian through the promotion of high aesthetic and functional standards to compliment and add to the economic, physical, and social character of the City. The process also ensures that new development and intensification of existing development yields a pleasant living, working, or shopping environment and attracts the interests of residents, workers, shoppers, and visitors as the result of consistent exemplary design. The following provides an overview of the proposed development as it relates to the Development Code and proposed Specific Plan standards, which are intended to minimize adverse effects on surrounding properties and the environment. Minimum Lot Area 6.50 (For newly created 5 acres (Existing) Yes parcels) F.A.R. 1.0 29% Yes Front yard setback 10' 20 Yes Side yard setback (each) 10' & 10' 11' & 65'+ Yes Rear setback 10' 400'+ Yes Building Height Limit 35' (maximum) 35' Yes (') A comprehensive sign program will be required for the building wall, awning, and proposed monument signs to integrate the project's signs with the design of the structures to achieve a unified architectural statement. As illustrated in the above chart, the proposed project's development standards meet or exceed the minimum Development Code requirements as they relate to the proposed zoning classification and Specific Plan. The proposed contemporary architectural style will utilize a mixture of natural materials that will be compatible with surrounding development. As mentioned above, the landscaping exceeds the minimum requirement and will assist in buffering adjacent land uses. The proposed freestanding sign reflects the architectural style of the proposed development. However, staff did have some concerns regarding the ingress/egress to the proposed development. The project has a single entry point onto Brea Canyon Road, which has been designed to City standards to handle the anticipated traffic volumes. Therefore, it is staff's opinion that implementation of the proposed project will not result in traffic generation above that of planned system capacity. However, site and roadway improvements (Brea Canyon Road) are necessary to ensure adequate ingress/egress from the site onto Brea Canyon Road. A detailed Traffic Impact Analysis (RK Engineering Group, Inc., May 31, 2002) has been prepared and reviewed by the City's Traffic Engineer. The following mitigation measures will be required as conditions of approval to ensure project -related traffic impacts are less than significant. 1. Provide a deceleration lane into the project site for traffic heading north. 2. Install a raised median on Brea Canyon Road with left turn pocket into the site for southbound traffic. 3. Provide a dedicated left turn pocket and signal improvements at Lycoming Street and Brea Canyon Road to allow for signal controlled independent left turns and "U" -turns for north bound traffic. 4. Install a "pork chop" island at the entrance to the site to force traffic north exiting the property. Post "Right Turn Only" signs at the drive exit. The exact location and size to be determined by the City's Engineer. Based on the site design and recommended conditions, staff is of the opinion that the following required findings to approve the Development Review can be made in the affirmative. 9 Exceeds all minimum Landscaping and Open As required by Chapter requirements for Yes Space 22.24 (Landscaping) landscaping see preliminary plan) Design City Design Guidelines Complies with City design criteria Yes Freeway -oriented 60' high max. 60' high 880 sq. ft. (total for Yes ( ) Freeway Sign 880 sq. ft. max. double faced sign) Parking/Loading 285 minimum parking 294 spaces Yes 8 loading spaces (min) 8 loading spaces (') A comprehensive sign program will be required for the building wall, awning, and proposed monument signs to integrate the project's signs with the design of the structures to achieve a unified architectural statement. As illustrated in the above chart, the proposed project's development standards meet or exceed the minimum Development Code requirements as they relate to the proposed zoning classification and Specific Plan. The proposed contemporary architectural style will utilize a mixture of natural materials that will be compatible with surrounding development. As mentioned above, the landscaping exceeds the minimum requirement and will assist in buffering adjacent land uses. The proposed freestanding sign reflects the architectural style of the proposed development. However, staff did have some concerns regarding the ingress/egress to the proposed development. The project has a single entry point onto Brea Canyon Road, which has been designed to City standards to handle the anticipated traffic volumes. Therefore, it is staff's opinion that implementation of the proposed project will not result in traffic generation above that of planned system capacity. However, site and roadway improvements (Brea Canyon Road) are necessary to ensure adequate ingress/egress from the site onto Brea Canyon Road. A detailed Traffic Impact Analysis (RK Engineering Group, Inc., May 31, 2002) has been prepared and reviewed by the City's Traffic Engineer. The following mitigation measures will be required as conditions of approval to ensure project -related traffic impacts are less than significant. 1. Provide a deceleration lane into the project site for traffic heading north. 2. Install a raised median on Brea Canyon Road with left turn pocket into the site for southbound traffic. 3. Provide a dedicated left turn pocket and signal improvements at Lycoming Street and Brea Canyon Road to allow for signal controlled independent left turns and "U" -turns for north bound traffic. 4. Install a "pork chop" island at the entrance to the site to force traffic north exiting the property. Post "Right Turn Only" signs at the drive exit. The exact location and size to be determined by the City's Engineer. Based on the site design and recommended conditions, staff is of the opinion that the following required findings to approve the Development Review can be made in the affirmative. 9 1. The design and layout of the proposed development is consistent with the General Plan, development standards of the applicable district, design guidelines, and architectural criteria for specialized area (e.g., theme areas, specific plans, community plans, boulevards, or planned developments); 2. The design and layout of the proposed development will not interfere with the use and enjoyment of neighboring existing or future development, and will not create traffic or pedestrian hazards; 3. The architectural design of the proposed development is compatible with the characteristics of the surrounding neighborhood and will maintain and enhance the harmonious orderly and attractive development contemplated by Chapter 22.48, the General Plan, City Design Guidelines, or any applicable specific plan; 4. The design of the proposed development will provide a desirable environment for its occupants and visiting public; as well as, its neighbors through good aesthetic use of materials, texture, and color that will remain aesthetically appealing; 5. The proposed project will not be detrimental to the public health, safety or welfare or materially injurious (e.g., negative affect on property values or resale(s) of property) to the properties or improvements in the vicinity; and 6. The proposed project has been reviewed in compliance with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The Planning Commission may approve, approve with conditions, deny, or continue the Development Review request. If approved, the decision is contingent upon approval of the General Plan Amendment, Zone Change, and Specific Plan by the City Council. 6. Subdivision (Tentative Map) - Approval of a five (5) lot commercial condominium. (Subdivision Map Act, Section 66426.(c): The land consists of a parcel or parcels of land having approved access to a public street or highway, which comprises part of a tract of land zoned for industrial or commercial development, and which has the approval of the governing body as to street alignments and widths.) The proposal indicates five (5) parcels, thus requiring approval of subdivision. Based on the submitted proposal, the proposed parcels are not self-sufficient in meeting the City's required independent accessibility to a public right-of-way (Parcels 3, 4 and 5 are landlocked). Therefore, the applicant is requesting approval of a commercial condominium subdivision, which will permit the division of land and allow for independent ownership and financing options. Commercial projects of this kind, which include common access, parking and on-site maneuvering requirements, are handled through recorded a reciprocal parking, access and maintenance agreement (REA), prior to final map approval. This agreement ensures that the project functions as comprehensive and cohesive development. Staff recommends that an REA be adopted and submitted to the City for review and approval. Additionally, The City's Engineer has reviewed the proposed map and recommends several conditions. It is staff's belief that the proposed subdivision is a reasonable division of land, and together with the proposed provisions for its design and improvement, is 10 consistent with the General Plan, the proposed Specific Plan and complies with the Subdivision Map Act. Therefore, a recommendation of approval to the City Council could be justified. The Planning Commission is to make a recommendation for approval or denial of the Map to the City Council. The City Council will render the final decision. 7. Tree Permit - Allow for the removal and replacement of a protected tree species. As explained in Section 22.38.010 -Tree Preservation and Protection of the Development Code, trees are an important natural resource, contributing to the environment by replenishing oxygen and counteracting air pollution, controlling erosion, and providing wildlife habitat. The City's General Plan requires the preservation and maintenance of certain native trees. The intent is to protect and preserve these trees and when removal is allowed as a result of new development to require their replacement. There are a number of mature trees currently on-site. However, a more thorough examination of the applicant's tree as -built survey and a field investigation revealed that there are no protected trees, as identified by the City of Diamond Bar Development Code, to be removed. Several large Brazilian Peppers, Eucalyptus, Ash, Palm, Beefwood and Olive trees will be removed. But, these are not listed as a protected species. However, Eucalyptus trees along the freeway right-of-way will be retained and Eucalyptus trees along Brea Canyon Road will be removed as necessary for widening the right-of-way. Nonetheless, the applicant proposes to replace the removed trees with a significant number of 24 -inch box trees. It is staff's opinion that the landscaping as proposed will help to soften and enrich the appearance of the project site as well as provide an appropriate buffer between the adjacent land uses. The Planning Division shall review and approve a detailed landscape plan prior to installation and the project's final inspection or Certificate of Occupancy. Staff recommends that the Planning Commission take no action on this application request. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT: Pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), Article 6, Section 15070, the City has determined that a Mitigated Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact is required for this project. Mitigated Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact No. 2002-07 has been prepared and is made part of this administrative record. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission open the public hearing, receive testimony, close the public hearing and consider all of the evidence presented in connection with the project proposal and direct staff to prepare resolutions of approval 11 with conditions, as appropriate for consideration at the next regularly scheduled meeting. In particular, staff recommends that the Planning Commission take the following actions in sequence: 1. Recommend to the City Council approval of the requested amendment to the General Plan Land Use Element from Professional Office to General Commercial; and 2. Recommend to the City Council approval of the requested Change of zone from M -1 -DP -BE (Light Manufacturing -Development Plan -Billboard Exclusion) to C-2 (Community Commercial -Specific Plan); 3. Recommend to the City Council approval of the requested adoption of a Specific Plan to ensure a comprehensive development and advance the goals and objectives of the General Plan. 4. Approve the request for a Conditional Use Permit allowing for the development of the site as a commercial/retail shopping center. 5. Approve the request for Development Review allowing for the construction of a retail/commercial shopping center consisting of a 116 -room three-story hotel, two freestanding restaurants, and two office/retail building pads totaling approximately 70,370 square feet of gross building area, subject to the; and 6. Recommend to the City Council approval to permit a five lot commercial condominium. 7. Recommend to the City Council adoption of the Mitigated Negative Declaration. 8. Direct staff to prepare the appropriate resolutions corresponding to each decided case based on the Commission's determined findings, and prepare conditions of approval for the Conditional Use Permit, Development Review and Tentative Map, which can be considered by the Planning Commission at the next regularly scheduled meeting. Prepared by: LDM Associates, Incorporated Planning Consultant W ATTACHMENTS: 1. Draft Specific Plan; 2. Initial Study/Draft Mitigated Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact No. 2002- 07; 3. Traffic Study (RK Engineering Group, Inc., May 31, 2002) 4. Applications; and 5. Site Plan, Floor Plan and Elevation Drawings (Exhibit "A", dated October 22, 2002) 13 i I i City of Diamond Bar • California ,ePa. BREA CANYON ROAD & LYCOMING STREET DRAFT SPECIFIC PLAN I -_— October 2002 T1 11 — 11 1 � .. nmrtmv P=te "\\\% PfulE 60 - P (NFIMPY BREA CANYON ROAD & LYCOMING STREET DRAFT SPECIFIC PLAN Prepared For: The City of Diamond Bar Community & Development Services Department Planning Division 21825 E. Copley Drive Diamond Bar, California 91765 (909) 396-5676 Contact: James DeStefano, Deputy City Manager Technical Assistance Provided By: LDM Associates, Inc. 10722 Arrow Route, Suite 822 Rancho Cucamonga, California 91730 Contact: Milan L. Garrison (909) 476-6006 October 2002 Foreword The Brea Canyon Road & Lycoming Street Specific Plan is intended to: 1. Provide regulatory control and incentives for the systematic execution of that portion of the General Plan that relates to this geographic area and to provide for public needs, convenience and general welfare as the development of the area proceeds; and 2. Assure orderly development and appropriate capacity of public services for the anticipated development by establishing specific procedures for review and regulations of the land uses within the Specific Plan Area; and 3. Provide continued development of the site as a significant entrance to the City of Diamond Bar and as an important commercial development allowing retail, office, restaurant, hospitality, and other compatible land uses; and 4. Expand the economic base of the City by providing additional employment opportunities for the residents of the City and the region, and increasing the client base for commercial service providers in the vicinity of the Specific Plan Area. Brea Canyon Road & Lycondng Street Specific Plan Farewmd-1 Table of Contents FOREWORD....................................................................................................................................1 1.0 INTRODUCTION 1.1 PURPOSE........................................................................................................................... 1.2 AUTHORITY................................................................................................................... 1 1 1.3 GENERAL PLAN/ZONING..............................................................................................1-3 4-4 1.4 RELATIONSHIP TO DIAMOND BAR GENERAL PLAN AND MUNICIPAL CODE ..... 1-3 1.3 FORMAT OF THE SPECIFIC PLAN...............................................................................1-4 DESIGN GUIDELINES...................................................................................................... 1.5 DEFINITION OF TERMS................................................................................................ 1-4 2.0 PROJECT DESCRIPTION 2.1 GENERAL FEATURES OF THE PLAN............................................................................ 2-1 3.0 PHASING.....................................................................................................................................3-1 4.0 DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS 4.1 GENERAL......................................................................................................................... 4-1 4.2 PERMITTED USES........................................................................................................... 4-4 4.3 FREEWAY -ORIENTED FREESTANDING SIGNS........................................................... 4-5 4.4 DESIGN GUIDELINES...................................................................................................... 4-7 5.0 ADMINISTRATION 5.1 REVIEW PROCESS.......................................................................................................... 5-1 5.1.1 SPECIFIC PLAN REVIEW PROCESS.............................................................................. 5-1 5.1.2 SITE PLAN REVIEW PROCESS...................................................................................... 5-1 5.2 ENVIRONMENTAL THRESHOLD REVIEW.................................................................. 5-2 5.3 TENATIVE MAP REVIEW PROCESS............................................................................. 5-2 5.4 SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT PROCESS................................................................... 5-2 APPENDIX A. LEGAL DESCRIPTION B. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT Brea Canyon Road £r Lycoming Street Specific Plan Table of Contents i Figure Figure 1-1 Regional Location Specific Plan Area Boundary (Project Site) ...... Figure 1-2 Specific Plan Area Boundary (Project Site) ..................................... Figure 1-3 Freeway -oriented Freestanding Sign ............................................... Figures Page ................... 1-1 ................. 1-1a ................. 4-5a Brea Canyon Road & Lycoming Street Specific Plan Table of Contents it Table Table 4.1-1 Development Standards ... Table 4.1-2 Setback Standards ............ Table 4.1-2 Permitted Uses .................. Brea Canyon Road & Lycoming Street Specific Plan Tables Page ......................... 4-2 ......................... 4-3 ......................... 4-4 Table of Contents iii 1.0 Introduction gages i -i uuuugu-off 1.0 Introduction A Specific Plan is a detailed plan for the systematic development of a designated area. It is an exceptionally versatile tool for implementing the local jurisdictions General Plan by creating a bridge between General Plan policies and individual development proposals. Ideally, the Specific Plan directs all facets of future development from development policies and land use regulations to financing measures and capital improvement programs. The procedure for adoption of a Specific Plan is basically the same as for a General Plan, except that it may be amended as often as necessary. The City's Planning Commission first reviews the Specific Plan and makes a recommendation to the City Council, with the City Council ultimately rendering the final decision. Adoption of a Specific Plan, which is a legislative act, may be by ordinance or resolution. The Brea Canyon Road & Lycoming Street Specific Plan (Plan) contains a single parcel totaling approximately 6.50± gross acres of land, which is located in the central portion of Diamond Bar, California. More particularly described as 850 Brea Canyon Road (APN 8719-013-010). The regional location is illustrated in Figure 1-1. Figure 1-2 delineates the Specific Plan boundary. 1.1 PURPOSE The purpose of the Plan is to implement the goals and policies of the Diamond Bar General Plan by establishing design guidelines, development standards, and infrastructure requirements for development of the Project Area. The Plan is to guide creation of a commercial center with retail, office, restaurant, hospitality and other similar land uses. This document fulfills the Specific Plan requirements of the City of Diamond Bar and the State of California. The goals of the Specific Plan are as follows: Brea Canyon Road &Lymming Street Specific Plan Introduction 1-1 I t W Of 1 FN a! LL WEE 1 In 11 a C} �• MU as I� bW �I _ MO F -W Umr W Q] 00 000 I : x 000 I' I I.b�ir II L16 l�� LLs I. �G II I li 9E I I I' �W J U • To provide the City of Diamond Bar with the necessary assurances that the project attains the desired level of quality and a coherent compatible community design; ■ To serve as design criteria for use by public and private designers; • To provide guidance to City Staff, Planning Commission and the City Council when reviewing future development projects within the Project Area; and • To provide a viable framework of design concepts and development standards without limiting the creativity of property owners, developers, architects and designers. It 1.2 AUTHORITY This Plan has been prepared in accordance with Section 65450 et. seq. of the California Government Code and applicable ordinances, policies, and resolutions of the City of Diamond Bar. The California Government Code requires that Specific Plans contain regulations, conditions, and programs, which specify the following: 1. The distribution, location, and extent of the uses of land, including open space, within the area covered by the Plan; 2. The proposed distribution, location, and extent and intensity of major components of public and private transportation, sewage, water, drainage, solid waste disposal, energy, and other essential facilities proposed to be located within the area covered by the plan and needed to support the land uses described in the Plan; 3. Standards and criteria by which development will proceed, and standards for the conservation, development, and utilization of natural resources, where applicable; 4. A program of implementation measures including regulations, programs, public works projects, and financing measures necessary to carry out the aforementioned paragraphs (1), (2), and (3) as required in Section 65451 of the California Government Code; and 5. A statement of the relationship of the Specific Plan to the General Plan. area Canyon Road &Lycoming Street Specific Plan Introduction 1-2 1.3 GENERAL PLAN/ZONING The existing Land Use Map of the Diamond Bar General Plan designates the Project Area property as "Professional Office". The zoning of the site is currently M-1 PD BE (Light Manufacturing, Planned Development Overlay, Billboard Exclusion). The project proposes an amendment to the Land Use Map of the Diamond Bar General Plan to "General Commercial" and a change of zone to "C-2 (Community Commercial)" with a Planned Development Overlay, Billboard Exclusion. Development within the Project Area shall conform to the regulations established in Section 4.0 of this Specific Plan. 1.4 RELATIONSHIP TO DIAMOND BAR GENERAL PLAN AND MUNICIPAL CODE 1.4.1 Relationship of the Brea Canyon Road & Lycoming Street Specific Plan to the Diamond Bar General Plan 1. The goals, policies and objectives of this Specific Plan are in addition to those set forth in the City of Diamond Bar General Plan as adopted July 25, 1995, and any amendments thereto except as specifically provided for herein. 2. Whenever this Specific Plan contains policies which are different from, more restrictive or more permissive than would be allowed pursuant to the goals, policies and objectives contained in the General Plan, the General Plan shall replace and supersede the applicable goals, policies and objectives of this Specific Plan. 1.4.2 Relationship of the Brea Canyon Road & Lycoming Street Specific Plan to the Diamond Bar Development Code 1. The regulations of this Specific Plan are in addition to those set forth in the Development Code of the Diamond Bar Municipal Code (DBDC), Title 22 as adopted November 3, 1998, and other relevant ordinances, and do not convey any rights not otherwise granted under the provisions and procedures contained in the Municipal Code, except as specifically provided herein. 2. Wherever this Specific Plan contains provisions that establish regulations (including, but not limited to, such standards as uses, signage, heights, landscape requirements, and open space) and operational management conditions which are different from, more restrictive or more permissive than would be allowed pursuant to the provisions contained in the DBDC, this Specific Plan shall prevail and supercede the applicable provisions of the DBDC and those relevant Titles, Chapters, Sections, Guidelines and Ordinances. Brea Canyon Road & Lycoming Street Specific Plan Introduction 1-3 1.5 FORMAT OF THE BREA CANYON ROAD & LYCOMING STREET SPECIFIC PLAN This Specific Plan is to guide development of the property within the Project Area. Section 1.0 herein contains Purpose, Background, Authority, General Plan/Zoning designation and General Notes, which cover overall policies relating to construction, and installation of on- and off-site improvements. The detailed analysis for the Project Area, including project location, existing and proposed land uses, and site-specific issues, and phasing are contained in Sections 2.0 and 3.0. Section 4.0 contains the Development Regulations, which are the development standards for the Project Area. Section 5.0 outlines the necessary review processes that development projects must undergo prior to any physical development. The Appendix contains legal description of the project site, and Figure 1-1 illustrates the Specific Plan boundaries. 1.6 DEFINITION OF TERMS All words, phrases and terms shall be deemed to have the meaning as ascribed to them in this Section and all other definitions not listed in this Section shall have the meaning ascribed to them in the Diamond Bar Development Code. Any words, phrases or terms not defined herein or in the Diamond Bar Development Code shall have the meaning ascribed to them in the Webster's Collegiate Dictionary. Applicant - A person or entity applying to the City of Diamond Bar for approval of a site plan, subdivision map, land use category change, or other development pursuant to this Specific Plan. Mitigation - The conditions which have been attached to a project approval to reduce its environmental impacts. Project Area - A combination of multiple building sites within a defined area, as demarcated by a principal street or other similar boundary that comprise the Specific Plan Area. Project — As defined by the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) (Public Resources Code, §21065) Shall - A mandatory requirement. Should - A recommended requirement. Specific Plan Area - An area that has been delineated for planning purposes either within this document or by an approved Specific Plan. Site Plan - A precise, dimensioned drawing prepared pursuant to provisions of this Specific Plan and the Diamond Bar Development Code. Brea Canyon Road &Lyconting Street Specific Plan Introduction 1-4 Notes General 1. Prior to the issuance of any grading or building permits, individual Site Plans for parcels located in the Brea Canyon Road & Lycoming Specific Plan area shall be submitted to the City of Diamond Bar Community and Development Services Department for review and approval through the City's Development Review Process in accordance with this Specific Plan and Chapter 22.48 of the Diamond Bar Development Code. 2. The developer(s) of any or all of the Brea Canyon Road & Lycoming Specific Plan Area will be required to install on-site and off-site improvements necessary to support the project(s). Brea Canyon Road & Lycanung Street Specific Plan Introduction 1-5 2.0 Project Description tFages z-1 mrougn z-zi 2.0 Project Description 2.1 GENERAL FEATURES OF THE PLAN This Specific Plan addresses the development of a single parcel, which is located in the central portion of Diamond Bar. This Specific Plan text and graphics are to serve as a guide for subsequent development of the individual properties and design of site plans. At a minimum, each individual site plan is to include the following design elements: • Architectural character of buildings, signage, and amenities; • Building materials and color palette; ■ Location of buildings, parking and landscape and open space configurations; • An intergrated parking and circulation network requiring reciprocal access and parking; • A comprehensive sign program; and • Other elements, as specified by the City of Diamond Bar. General characteristics of Project Area are described below. The Project Area is for General Commercial development. This zone permits development of a wide range of retail shopping and service uses, primarily intended to serve the needs of Diamond Bar residents. (Please refer to Section 4.0, 'Development Regulations," for further details regarding development regulations within the Planning Area). Location The 6.50 gross acre site located on the east side of Brea Canyon Road between Lycoming Street to the north and the State Route 60 freeway to the south, more particulary described as 850 Brea Canyon Road (APN 8719-013-010) (Figure 1-2). Existing Land Use Recreational Vehicle (RV) storage park. Proposed Land Use Commercial retail in accordance with the provisions development standards of the General Commercial land use category, as defined in Section 4.0 of this document. Design Concept The Project Area is adjacent to and visible from the freeway. Additionally, there are residential land uses nearby. Therefore, considerable emphasis should be placed on buffering the Project Area Brea Canyon Road & Lycoming Street Specific Plan Project Description 2-1 through appropriate landscaping techniques. The urban nature of the Project Area can be compatible with other land uses in the vicinity through appropriate building location, site planning, and landscape design. The complete design guidelines are discussed in Section 4.4 of this document. Circulation and Access Vehicular access to the site shall be provided by a major entryway, directly to Brea Canyon Road with a controlled right -out only exit. A second entryway should be considered through a reciprocal access with the adjacent northerly parcel. A reciprocal access, parldng, and maintenance agreement shall be entered into concurrently with development of the Project Area. Brea Canyon Road & Lycoming Street Specific Plan Project Description 2-2 3.0 Phasing (Page 3-1) 3.0 Phasing The entire Project Area shall be developed simultaneously as a single project. Subsequent additions, or reconstruction projects are permissible in accordance with the Section 5 of this Specific Plan. The Project Area may be divided into separate parcels as a commercial condominium subdivision. Subdivision approval shall be consistent with the provisions established in Section 5.3 of this document, and State and local subdivision regulations. Brea Canyon Road & Lycoming Street Specific Plan Phasing 3-1 4.0 Development Regulations (Pages 4-1 through 4-7) 4.0 Development Regulations 4.1 GENERAL These development regulations establish the minimum property development standards for this Specific Plan Area. These regulations shall supersede those contained in City of Diamond Bar Development Code. A summary of these regulations is contained within Tables 4.1-1 and 4.1-2. Additionally, the City of Diamond Bar Citywide Design Guidelines (adopted June 16, 1998; Resolution No. 98-41) are to be implemented and have been included by reference in these regulations. These design guidelines provide criteria to be adhered to. Brea Canyon Road & Lycoming Street Specific Plan Development Regulations 4-1 O N W N" N F W U y pp o A y w N v2o .fib w�3 0 0 `� y 6 eohUvQ � U d •d O oc4�0�"1i P� ° C j wm 1R7U m a.d yq m P," F o m d� yE"� a �A q o m •a a�i��q'bm°'m..°3 Wd�m a'agi��agi>bN� o q o o d m v 'a W .+ o QU'a.'a� W.a�NQRS Cy�i'hbgWmm'd'd mN wpb v � C m m m v m w as Pr N y O b ^I+^J [C m � •a a Lo � y ; fn W U 'md U {� N F � b m r U m > d q Q o md �G o''x P4 m h w co �•n !'rte! ���rr ,d�yy��!! jV( '.��''rJ mbA NGF. id rv-I W O b bC� w U� U A O ar"i N d � Oo O pay b a O O b N ti F N ti� �qj i 0 y N O •b b > '> v. O b❑ PlT di �cqi 0 coi 5c� b ° d 5 ° m c°1. Q P, v aqi W q id A o >1 q 9 .o m v v U m q m U 0 0 TABLE 4.1-2 Setback Standards c « > Minimum Required Distance Front (Adjacent to Brea Canyon Road) Ten (10) Feet Side (Adjacent to Los Angeles County Flood Control Channel) Ten (10) Feet Side (Adjacent to State Route 60 Pomona Freeway) Ten (10) Feet Rear (Converging intersection of Los Angeles County Flood Control Channel and State Route 60 Pomona Freeway) Ten (10) Feet NOTES: a. All setbacks measured from ultimate right-of-way line. b. Setbacks include front, side, and rear setbacks. C. Setbacks to include landscaping, pedestrian walkways, and vehicular access. Except as otherwise noted, a minimum of ten (30) feet of the required setback adjacent to a street shall be landscaped. This area may not be used for parking, on-site maneuvering, or storage. d. The applicant may voluntarily elect to provide greater setbacks than contained in this chart. e. The Planning Commission may grant reductions to these standards when the findings can be made that reduced setbacks will result in a superior site design and that adequate landscaped open spaces will be provided elsewhere. Brea Canyon Road 6 Lycoming Street Specific Plan Development Regulations 4-3 4.2 PERMITTED USES Following (Table 4.2-1) are summary descriptions of the land uses permitted within this Specific Plan Area. Uses not specifically identified as "permitted", "conditionally permitted" or "minor conditional use permit" are not allowed. Table 4.2-1 Permitted Uses Permitted 14. 15. Uses Hotels and motels Medical services - clinics Conditionally Permitted 1. Uses (CUP) Bars and nightclubs 011RIF Conditional Use Permit (MCUP) 1. Alcoholic beverage 1. Art, antique, collectable, and gift sales and labs 2. Bed and sales, off - 2. Auto parts 16. Offices -business and breakfast inns and/or sales professional 3. Child day care on-site 3. Automated 17. Outdoor retail sales and centers teller activities - (Accessory 4. Health/fitness machines only) facilities 4. Bakery, 18. Personal services 5. Indoor retail 19. Pet shops amusement/ent 5. Banks and 20. Plant nurseries and ertainment Financial garden supply stores facilities services 21. Public safety facilities 6. Medical 6. Business 22. Public utility facilities servives - support 23. Restaurants (including Hospitals services outdoor dining) 7. Studios - Art, 7. Convenience 24. Other support commercial dance, music, stores uses that comply with the photography, 8. Cultural intent of this Specific etc. facilities, Plan, as may be approved 8. Theaters, libraries and by the Planning auditoriums, museums Commission. meeting halls 9. Drive-in and drive- through sales 10. Fueling stations, gasoline, diesel, and electric only 11. Furniture, furnishings, and appliance stores 12. General retail stores 13. Grocery stores Brea Canyon Road & Lyconung Street Specific Plan Development Regulations 4-4 4.3 FREEWAY -ORIENTED FREESTANDING SIGNS It is the intent of the Specific Plan to emphasize the importance of business activity to the economic vitality of the City, help improve the ability of business owners and operators to advertise their businesses to the community in order to enhance the furtherance of commerce, foster varied and interesting places of trade, and promote public safety by maldng business signing visible to the passing public. The City recognizes that different situations present different signing dilemmas. Accordingly, the purpose of the established requirements is to control freestanding signs in a manner, which will maintain a high quality of development within the Specific Plan Area. A Freeway -oriented Freestanding Sign (FFS)(Figure 1-3) shall be permitted in the Project Area in accordance with the following provisions: 1. Not more than one (1) FFS shall be permitted within the Project Area; 2. The height of the FT'S shall not exceed 60 feet; 3. The maximum sign face area (to include both sides) shall not exceed 880 square feet; 4. FFS shall not be located closer than 10 feet to a property line; 5. FFS shall contain an Arabic number address plate identifying the project or use by specific street address. The address plate shall be located on both sides of the sign and shall be proportionate to the sign face area (minimum of 8 inches high). The address plate shall not be calculated against the permitted sign face area; 6. Design of the FFS shall be architecturally compatible to the the intended development; 7. City identification for public benefit shall be incorporated into the sign.design; 8. All other general provisions as outlined in Section 22.36.030 of the DBDC shall be adhered to. 4.3.1 Review Process FFS shall be reviewed in conjunction with the Comprehensive Sign Pogram as specified in Table 4.1-1 of this document, and as prescribed in Section 22.36.060 of the Diamond Bar Development Code. Brea Canyon Road & Lycoming Street Specific plan Development Regulations 4-5 FREEWAY FREE STANDING SIGN TO BE ARCHITECTURALLY COMPATIBLE WITH PROJECT DESIGN SIGN TYPE/LOCATION SCALE = 1"=10' FIGURE 1-3 4.4 Design Guidelines 4.4.1 Design Guidelines The design concepts for this Specific Plan are detailed in the Citywide Design Guidelines (adopted June 16, 1998; Resolution No. 98-41) and shall be consistent herewith. Brea Canyon Road & Lycoming Street Specific Plan Development Regulations 4-6 5.0 Administration (Pages 5-1 through 5-3) 5.0 Administration 5.1 REVIEW PROCESS Site plan review will establish the actual land use, location, and size of the individual buildings and structures. Tentative tract and parcel maps, final maps, construction drawings, and final landscape and irrigation plans will be submitted for review and approval by the City of Diamond Bar, prior to issuance of building permits. All site plans shall be subject to the review and approval through the City of Diamond Bar Development Review process (Chapter 22.48 of the DBDC). 5.1.1 Specific Plan Review The Specific Plan is a comprehensive plan of development and performance standards. In accordance with the California Government Code, this document identifies the allowable land uses and establishes minimum development standards. The Specific Plan is reviewed by the City of Diamond Bar Planning Commission, and approved by the City Council. Once adopted, the Brea Canyon Road & Lycoming Street Specific Plan forms the framework for the evaluation of development applications. 5.1.2 Site Plan Review Site Plans shall be prepared prior to development within the Specific Plan Planning Area. Site Plans shall contain the following: a. The location and configuration of common areas; b. All buildings and structures, including proposed location, size, and height; C. Open space and distance between buildings; d. Perimeter walls and fences to include location, height, and materials; e. Off-street parking to include location, number of spaces (regular and compact), dimensions of parking area and internal circulation pattern; f. Pedestrian, bicycle, vehicular and service circulation, including points of ingress and egress to the site; g. Loading areas to include location, size, number of spaces, and internal circulation; h. An identified theme, including streetscape plans and edge treatment; i. The location and general nature of outdoor lighting fixtures; Brea Canyon Road & Lycoming Street Specific Plan - Adminisbution 5-1 j. Comprehensive signing guidelines so as to insure compatibility with the Project Area design theme(s); k. Any other information deemed necessary by the Deputy City Manager and/or City Engineer. 5.2 ENVIRONMENTAL THRESHOLD REVIEW If a development does not exceed the environmental thresholds set forth in Appendix C of this document, the City shall determine whether the Project, or modication to a Project, conforms to the requirements of this Specific Plan. If the Project, or a Modification to a Project, conforms to the requirements of this Specific Plan, the City shall impose applicable environmental mitigation measures set forth Appendix B (if any), or appropriate substitute environmental mitigation measures (if any), and shall include them in the Project conditions of approval indicating compliance with those mitigation measures (if any). However, if a Project exceeds any of the environmental thresholds set forth in Appendiz B, a susequent environmental review shall be prepared in compliance with the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). 5.3 TENTATIVE AND FINAL MAP REVIEW Tentative and Final Maps shall be reviewed and processed in accordance with the provisions established in Title 21 of the Diamond Bar Development Code (DBDC), and in compliance with California Government Code Section 66410 et seq. 5.4 AMENDMENT PROCESS The following procedure, as outlined in California Government Code Section 65453, is required when an amendment to this Specific Plan is desired. An application, with necessary supporting documentation, along with the required fee, shall be submitted to the Planning Division. An application shall include a statement identifying in detail the reasons for the proposed amendment. Before taking an action on a proposed amendment of the Specific Plan, the Planning Commission must hold at least one public hearing. Notice for this hearing shall be given at least 10 days in advance and must be published at least once in a newspaper of general circulation, and by any other manner as considered desirable or as may be required by law. Any Planning Commission hearing on a proposed amendment may be continued from time to time. The recommendation of an amendment to the Specific Plan shall be approved by a resolution carried by a majority of the total voting members of the Planning Commission. A copy of the Planning Commission resolution along with reasons for its recommendation regarding the amendment must be forwarded to the City Council. Brea Canyon Road & Lycaming Street Specific Plan Admirdst ation 5-2 The City Council may adopt an amendment to the Specific Plan by ordinance or resolution. However, before taking action, the City Council must hold at least one public hearing. Notice must be given for the public hearing at least 10 days in advance with publication in a newspaper, as outlined above. Any City Council hearing on a proposed amendment may be continued from time to time. Any significant changes proposed by the City Council to the Specific Plan amendment must be referred back to the Planning Commission for a report. Once the report is completed, it must be filed with the City Council. The Planning Commission must file the report within 40 days (or such longer period that has been previously designated by the Council). Failure of the Planning Commission to report back within the prescribed period of time shall be considered approval of the proposed change. The Planning Commission need hold no public hearing in this situation. At any time, an amendment to a Specific Plan may be initiated by the City Council or recommended to the City Council by the Planning Commission. However, the amendment recommendation must be referred to the Planning Commission for a report, as outlined above. Before making a report, in this situation, the Planning Commission must hold at least one public hearing. The Planning Commission shall then report back to the City Council with its recommendation within 40 days or such longer period as has been previously designated. Before adopting the amendment, the City Council shall hold at least one public hearing for which notice shall be given, as outlined herein. Brea Canyon Road & Lycoming Street Specific Plan Adndrdstmtion 5-3 Appendix A (Legal Description) LEGAL DESCRIPTION: THE LAND REFERRED TO HEREIN IS SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AND IS DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: THOSE PORTIONS OF LOT 79 OF TRACT 33069, IN THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR, -AS SHOWN ON MAP FILED IN BOOK 924 PAGES 1 TO 7' INCLUSIVE OF MAPS, - AND THOSE PORTIONS OF LOT 7 OF TRACT 2166, AS PER MAP .RECORDED IN BOOK 22 PAGE 4 OF MAPS, IN THE OFFICE OF THE. COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENDING AT THE INTERSECTION OF THE CENTER LINE OF LYCOMING STREET, FORMERLY KNOW AS LEMON ROAD. 60.00 FEET IN WIDTH, AND THE PROPOSED CENTERLINE OF BREA CANYON ROAD, AS SAID ROADS ARE SHOWN ON THE MAP OF SAID TRACT 33069; THENCE ALONG THE CENTER LINE OF SAID LYCOMING ROAD, NORTH 89'37'05" EAST 187:23 FEET; THENCE LEAVING SAID CENTER LINE SOUTH 33'53'51" EAST 131.09 FEET TO THE MOST NORTHERLY POINT OF SAID LOT 79, BEING A POINT ON A NON -TANGENT CURVE CONCAVE NORTHEASTERLY, HAVING A RADIUS OF 267.50 FEET, A RADIAL LINE BEARS SOUTH 35'15'54" WEST; THENCE SOUTHEASTERLY ALONG THE NORTHERLY LINE OF SAID LOT 79 THROUGH A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 17'10'37" 80.19 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE CONTINUING ALONG SAID NORTHERLY LINE AND CURVE THROUGH A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 4'55'17" 22.98 FEET TO THE END OF THE CURVE; THENCE ALONG THE BOUNDARY OF SAID LOT 79 THE FOLLOWING TEN COURSES: SOUTH 76'50'00" EAST 714.77 FEET TO THE BEGINNING OF A TANGENT CURVE CONCAVE NORTHERLY HAVING A RADIUS OF 656.00 FEET; WESTERLY ALONG SAID CURVE A DISTANCE OF 111.44 FEET THROUGH A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 9'44'00";SOUTH 86'34'00" EAST, 588.13 FEET;SOUTH 77'1448 WEST, 38.04 FEET; SOUTH 82'20'18" WEST, 50 FEET; SOUTH 82'22'07" WEST, 1277.83 FEET; NORTH 62'5623 WEST, 108.89 FEET; NORTH 34'10'05" WEST, 83.06 FEET TO THE BEGINNING OF A TANGENT CURVE CONCAVE NORTHEASTERLY HAVING A , RADIUS OF 1450.00 FEET; NORTHWESTERLY ALONG SAID CURVE A DISTANCE OF 227.32 FEET THROUGH A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 8'58'56"; NORTH 82'26'05" EAST, 211.99 FEET; THENCE LEAVING SAID BOUNDARY OF SAID LOT 79, NORTH 7'33'55" WEST 43.20 FEET TO THE SOUTHERLY LINE OF THAT 15.00 FOOT WIDE EASEMENT TO LOS ANGELES COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT AS SHOWN ON SAID TRACT 33069, BEING A POINT ON A NON -TANGENT CURVE CONCAVE NORTHEASTERLY HAVING A RADIUS OF 282:50 FEET, A RADIAL LINE BEARS SOUTH 14'52'11" WEST; THENCE NORTHWESTERLY ALONG SAID EASEMENT THROUGH A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 1'45'57", 8.71 FEET; THENCE LEAVING SAID EASEMENT NORTH 7'33'55" WEST, 16.54 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING. SAID LAND IS ALSO SHOWN AS PARCEL B OF THAT CERTAIN CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR CASE NO. LLA 97001 RECORDED SEPTEMBER 9, 1997 AS INSTRUMENT NO. 97-1388369. Appendix B (Environmental Assessment) California Environmental Quality Act Initial Study City of Diamond Bar Community & Development Services Department Planning Division 21825 E. Copley Drive Diamond Bar, California 91765 (909)396-5676 (909)861-3117 Fax www.CityofDiamondBar.com U4itF10�D B1@4 Project Title and File No.: General Plan Amendment 2002-01, Zone Change 2002-01, and Specific Plan 2002-01 - 850 Brea Canyon Road Related File No(s).: Development Review 2002-07, Conditional Use Permit 2002-05 Tentative Parcel Map No. 26771 and Tree Permit Submittal Date: September 26, 2002 Lead Agency: City of Diamond Bar Community and Development Services Department/Planning Division 21825 E. Copley Drive Diamond Bar, CA 91765 (909) 860-2489 Project Contact: James DeStefano, Deputy City Manager Milan L. Garrison, Planning Consultant Project Sponsor: Phil Williams (Extended Stay America) 2525 Cherry Avenue, #310 Signal Hill, CA 90806 (562)981-5891 Project Location: The project site is located in southeast corner of Los Angeles County, at the intersection of Los Angeles, Orange, and San Bernardino Counties within the City of Diamond Bar. The City of Diamond Bar is situated at the eastern end of the East San Gabriel Valley, adjacent to both Routes 57 and 60, as shown in Figure 1. In particular, the project site is located on the east side of Brea Canyon Road south of Lycoming Street as illustrated in Figure 2. Project Description: The proposed project consists of the construction of a retail/commercial shopping center comprising a three-story hotel, two freestanding restaurants, and two office/retail building pads totaling approximately 70,370 square feet of gross building area. The proposed development will be located on an approximate 6.50 gross acre site. City of Diamond Bar - Initial Study General Plan Amendment 2002-01 - 850 Brea Canyon Road Page 1 of 35 Figure 1— Regional Location Map Figure 2 — Subiect Site/General Vicinity Map N M ��1♦ i p Y�VIW!'1l Ywi.l�1 City of Diamond Bar - Initial Study General Plan Amendment 2002-01 - 850 Brea Canyon Road Page 2 of 35 General Plan Designation: Professional Office Zoning Designation: M-1 PD BE (Light Manufacturing, Planned Development Overlay, Billboard Exclusion). Surrounding Zoning and Land Uses: The abutting property to the north is zoned C-1 BE (Restricted Business, Billboard Exclusion) with a consistent land use designation of General Commercial, and developed with a drive-through restaurant (e.g. Farmer Boys). Additionally, the northerly properties across the Los Angeles County flood control channel have a Land Use designation of Low -Medium Residential with a consistent R-1 6,000 (Single - Family Residential) zoning. The properties are developed with detached single-family homes. Properties to the west are zoned C-1 PD (Restricted Business, Planned Development Overlay) and R-1 8,000 (Single Family Residential) with a consistent Land Use designation, of General Commercial and Low -Medium Residential, respectively. The C-1 PD site is developed with a small commercial structure and the R-1 8,000 properties contain a wall enclosed single-family residential neighborhood. The Pomona Freeway (60) (westbound Brea Canyon Boulevard off -ramp) borders the site to the south. Immediate Adjacent Zoning and Land Uses: Zoning North C-1 (BE) & Los Angeles County South Cal Trans R.O.W. East Cal Trans R.O.W West C-1 (PD) & R-1 (8,000) Site Size (AC./ SQ. FT.): 6.50 acres/283,140 square feet Assessor's Parcel No(s): 8719-013-010 Land Use Fast Food Restaurant Flood Control Channel SR 60 Freeway SR 60 Freeway Small Commercial Structures & Single Family Residences Other public agencies whose approval may be required (e.g. permits, financing approval, participation agreement) City of Diamond Bar — City Council City of Diamond Bar — Planning Commission City of Diamond Bar — Planning Division City of Diamond Bar — Public Works Department City of Diamond Bar — Building Department City of Diamond Bar - Initial Study General Plan Amendment 2002-01 - 850 Brea Canyon Road Page 3 of 35 ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS POTENTIALLY AFFECTED: The environmental factors checked below would be potentially affected by this project, involving at least one impact that is "Potentially Significant Impact" as indicated by the checklist on the following pages. ❑ Aesthetics ❑ Agriculture Resources ❑ Air Quality ❑ Biological Resources ❑ Cultural Resources ❑ Geology/Soils ❑ Hazards & Hazardous Materials ❑ Hydrology/Water Quality Land Use/Planning ❑ Mineral Resources ❑ Noise ❑ Population/Housing ❑ Public Services ❑ Recreation 0 Transportation/Traffic ❑ Utilities/Service Systems ❑ NPDES ❑ Mandatory Findings DETERNUNATION: On the basis of this evaluation: ❑ I find that the proposed project COULD NOT have a significant impact on the environment and a NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared. I find that although the proposed project could have a significant impact on the environment, there will not be a significant effect in this case because revisions in the project have been made by or agreed to by the project proponent. A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared. ❑ I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect on the environment and an ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT is required. ❑ I find that the proposed project MAY have a "potentially significant impact" or "potentially significant unless mitigated" impact on the environment, but at least one effect 1) has been adequately analyzed in an earlier document pursuant to applicable legal standards, and 2) has been addressed by mitigation measures based on an earlier analysis as described on attached sheets. An ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required, but must analyze only the effects that remain to be addressed. ❑ I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment, because all potentially significant effects 1) have been analyzed adequately in an earlier EIR or NEGATIVE DECLARATION pursuant to applicable standards, and 2) have been avoided or mitigated pursuant to that earlier EIR or NEGATIVE DECLARATION, including revisions or mitigation measures that are imposed upon the proposed project, nothing further is required. Prepared by: Milan L. GamsConsultant Department Representative: James DeStefano Reviewed by: �__Date: September 26 2002 City of Diamond Bar - Initial Study General Plan Amendment 2002-01 - 850 Brea Canyon Road Page 4 of 35 VN gDnNMFNTAT. ('mTT'CK—LiST: Issues (and Supporting Information Sources): ]SPImp otential Potentially Significant Less Than ignificant act unless Mitigated Significant Impact No Impart I. AESTHETICS — Would the project: a) Have a substantial adverse effect on a scenic vista? ❑ ❑ X b) Substantially damage scenic resources, including, but not11 13 11 X limited to, trees, rock outcroppings, and historic buildings within a state scenic bighway? c) Substantially degrade the existing visual character or X quality of the site and its surroundings? d) Create a new source of substantial light or glare which 0 ❑ X would adversely affect day or nighttime views in the area? H. AGRICULTURE RESOURCES — In determining Whether impacts to agricultural resources are significant Environmental effects, lead agencies may refer to the California Agricultural Land Evaluation and Site Assessment Model (1997) prepared by the California Dept. of Conservation as an optional model to use in Assessing impacts on agriculture and farmland. Would the project: a) Convert Prime Farmland, Unique Farmland, or Farmland of Statewide Importance (Farmland), as shown : on the maps prepared pursuant to the Farmland Mapping X and Monitoring Program of the California Resources Agency, to non-agricultural use? — b) Conflict with existing zoning for agricultural use, or a El X Williamson Act contract? c) Involve other changes in the existing environment which, due to 0 11 X their location or nature, could result in conversion of Farmland, to non-agricultural use? City of Diamond Bar - Initial Study General Plan Amendment 2002-01 - 550 Brea Canyon Road Page 5 of 35 Issues (and Supporting Information Sources): Potential Potentially Significant Less Than Significant Impact Unless Mitigated Significant Impact No Impact III. AIR QUALITY — Where available, the significance Criteria established by the applicable air quality Management or air pollution control district may be relied upon to make the following determinations. Would the project: a) Conflict with or obstruct implementation of the applicable air ❑ ❑ ❑ X quality plan? b) Violate any air quality standard or contribute substantially to an ❑ ❑ X ❑ ijected air quality violation? a cumulatively considerable net increase of any Fanapphcable ant for which the project region is non -attainment ❑ ❑ X ❑ cable federal or state ambient air quality standard eleasing emissions, which exceed quantitative thresholds for ozone precursors)? d) Expose sensitive receptors to substantial pollutant ❑ ❑ X ❑ concentrations? e) Create objectionable odors affecting a substantial number of ❑ ❑ X ❑ people? IV. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES — Would the project: a) Has a substantial adverse effect, either directly or through habitat modifications, on any species identified as a candidate, ❑ ❑ ❑ X sensitive or special status species in local or regional plans, policies, or regulations, or by the California Department of Fish and Game or U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service? b) Have a substantial adverse effect on any riparian habitat or ❑ ❑ ❑ X other sensitive natural community identified in local or regional plans, policies, and regulations or by the California Department of Fish and Game or US Fish and Wildlife Service? City of Diamond Bar - Initial Study General Plan Amendment 2002-01 - 850 Brea Canyon Road Page 6 of 35 Issues (and Supporting Information Sources): Potential Significant Potentially Less Than Significant No I7-1mpact Significant Unless Impact Impact Mitigated IV. BIOLOGICAL (cont.) c) Have a substantial adverse effect on federally protected wetlands as defined by Section 404 of the Clean Water Act ❑ ❑ ❑ X (including, but not limited to, marsh, vernal pool, coastal, etc.) through direct removal, filling, hydrological interruption, or other means? d) Interfere substantially with the movement of any native resident In ❑ ❑ X or migratory fish or wildlife species or with established native resident or migratory wildlife corridors, or impede the use of native wildlife nursery sites? e) Conflict with any local policies or ordinances protecting ❑ ❑ % ❑ biological resources, such as a tree preservation policy or ordinance? f) Conflict with the provisions of an adopted Habitat Conservation ❑ ❑ ❑ g Plan, Natural Community Conservation Plan, or other approved local, regional or state habitat conservation plan? V. CULTURAL. RESOURCES — Would the project: a) Cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of a ❑ ❑ ❑ X historical resource as defined in § 15064.5? b) Cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of an ❑ ❑ ❑ R archaeological resource pursuant to § 15064.5? c) Directly or indirectly destroy a unique paleontological resource ❑ ❑ ❑ R or site or unique geologic feature? d) Disturb any human remains, including those interred outside of formal cemeteries? ❑ ❑ ❑ % City of Diamond Bar - Initial Study General Plan Amendment 2002-01 - 850 Brea Canyon Road Page 7 of 35 VI. GEOLOGY AND SOILS —Would the proposal: Potential Potentially Less Than No Significant Significant Significant Impact Impact Unless Impact Mifigated a) Expose people or structures to potential substantial adverse effects, including the risk of loss, injury, or death involving: i) Rupture of a known earthquake fault, as delineated on the most recent Alquist-Pri010 Earthquake Fault Zoning Map issued by the State Geologist for the area or based on other substantial evidence of a known ❑ ❑ ❑ X fault? Refer to Division of Mines and Geology Special Publication 42. ii) Strong seismic ground shaking? ❑ ❑ ❑ X iii) Seismic -related ground failure, including ❑ ❑ ❑ X liquefaction? iv) Landslides? ❑ ❑ ❑ X b) Result in substantial soil erosion or the loss of topsoil? ❑ ❑ ❑ X c) Be located on a geologic unit or soil that is unstable, or that 11 X would become unstable as a result of the project, and potentially [3❑ result in on- or off-site landslide, lateral spreading, subsidence, liquefaction or collapse? d) Be located on expansive soil, as defined in Table 18-1-B of the ❑ ❑ ❑ X Uniform Building Code (1994), creating substantial risks to life or property? e) Have soils incapable of adequately supporting the use of septic ❑ ❑ ❑ X tanks or alternative wastewater disposal systems where sewers are not available for the disposal of wastewater? VII. HAZARDS AND HAZARDOUS MATERIALS — Would the project a) Create a significant hazard to the public or the environment ❑ ❑ ❑ X through the routine transport, use, or disposal of hazardous materials? b) Create a significant hazard to the public or the environment ❑ ❑ ❑ X through reasonably foreseeable upset and accident conditions involving the release of hazardous materials into the environment? City of Diamond Bar - Initial Study General Plan Amendment 2002-01 - 850 Brea Canyon Road Page 8 of 35 Issues (and Supporting Information Sources): d) Be located on a site which is included on a list of hazardous 13 X materials sites compiled pursuant to Government Code Section ❑ 65962.5 and, as a result, would it create a significant hazard to the public or the environment? e) For a project located within an airport land use plan or, where ❑ ❑ ❑ X such a plan has not been adopted, within two miles of a public airport or public use airport, would the project result in a safety hazard for people residing or working in the project area? 1) For a project within the vicinity of a private airstrip, would the 1,❑ ❑ ❑ X project result in a safety hazard for people residing or working in the project area? g) Impair implementation of or physically interfere with an I 11 X adopted emergency response plan or emergency evacuation plan? 1113 h) Expose people or structures to a significant risk of loss, injury ❑ ❑ ❑ X or death involving wildland fires, including where wildlands are adjacent to urbanized areas or where residences are intermixed ands9 with wddl VIII. HYDROLOGY AND RATER QUALITY— Would the project Potential Potentially Significant Less Than ❑ ❑ Significant Udess Significant No Impact Mifigated Impact Impact VII, HAZARDS AND HAZARDOUS MATERIALS cont b) Substantially deplete groundwater supplies or interfere c) Emit hazardous emissions or handle hazardous or acutely ❑ ❑ ❑ X hazardous materials, substances, or waste within one-quarter mile of an existing or proposed school? 13 13X d) Be located on a site which is included on a list of hazardous 13 X materials sites compiled pursuant to Government Code Section ❑ 65962.5 and, as a result, would it create a significant hazard to the public or the environment? e) For a project located within an airport land use plan or, where ❑ ❑ ❑ X such a plan has not been adopted, within two miles of a public airport or public use airport, would the project result in a safety hazard for people residing or working in the project area? 1) For a project within the vicinity of a private airstrip, would the 1,❑ ❑ ❑ X project result in a safety hazard for people residing or working in the project area? g) Impair implementation of or physically interfere with an I 11 X adopted emergency response plan or emergency evacuation plan? 1113 h) Expose people or structures to a significant risk of loss, injury ❑ ❑ ❑ X or death involving wildland fires, including where wildlands are adjacent to urbanized areas or where residences are intermixed ands9 with wddl VIII. HYDROLOGY AND RATER QUALITY— Would the project a) Violate any water quality standards or waste discharge ❑ ❑ ❑ X requirements? b) Substantially deplete groundwater supplies or interfere substantially with groundwater recharge such that there would be a net deficit in aquifer volume or a lowering of the local 13 13X groundwater table level (e.g., the production rate of pre-existing nearby wells would drop to a level which would not support existing land uses or planned uses for which permits have been granted)? City of Diamond Bar - Initial Study General Plan Amendment 2002-01 - 850 Brea Canyon Road Page 9 of 35 Issues (and Supporting Information Sources): Potential Potentially Significant JThanSignificant Impact Unless Mitigated No pact VIII. HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITY (cont.) c) Substantially alter the existing drainage pattern of the site or area, including through the alteration of the course of a stream or ❑ ❑ ❑ X river, in a manner which would result in substantial erosion or siltation on- or off-site? d) Substantially alter the existing drainage pattern of the site or area, including through the alteration of the course of a stream or ❑ ❑ ❑ X river, or substantially increase the rate or amount of surface runoff in a manner, which would result in flooding on- or off-site? e) Create or contribute runoff water which would exceed the ❑ ❑ ❑ X capacity of existing or planned stormwater drainage systems or provide substantial additional sources of polluted runoff? ❑ ❑ ❑ X f) Otherwise substantially degrade water quality? g) Place housing within a 100 -year flood hazard area as mapped on ❑ ❑ ❑ X a federal Flood Hazard Boundary of Flood Insurance rate Map of other flood hazard delineation map? h) Place within a 100 -year flood hazard area structures, which ❑ ❑ ❑ X would impede or redirect flood flows? i) Expose people or structures to a significant risk of loss, injury or ❑ ❑ ❑ X death involving flooding, including flooding as a result of the failure of a levee or dam? ❑ ❑ ❑ X j) Inundation by seiche, tsunami, or mudflow? IX. LAND USE AND PLANNING — Would the project: a) Physically divide an established community? ❑ ❑ F70] X City of Diamond Bar - Initial Study General Plan Amendment 2002-01 - 950 Brea Canyon Road Page 10 of 35 Issues (and Supporting Information Sources): X ❑ p ❑ 13 X Potentially Potential Significant Less Than X Significant Unless Significant No Impact Mitigated Impact Impact ni'. LAND USE AND PLANNING (cont.) th any applicable land use plan, policy, or regulation ❑ ith jurisdiction over the project (including, but not general plan, specific plan, local coastal program, or =geueraiplat� ce) adopted for the purpose of avoiding or environmental effect? X ❑ p ❑ 13 X 13 c) Conflict with any applicable habitat conservation plan ❑ nr natural community conservation plan? El 0 X X. MINERAL RESOURCES — Would the project: a) Result in the loss of availability of a known mineral resource I [ I [3 I I X that would be of value to the region and the residents of the state? b) Result in the loss of availability of a locally important mineral 0 0 0 X resource recovery site delineated on a local general plan, specific plan or other land use plan? Xl. NOISE — Would the project result: a) Exposure of persons to or generation of noise levels in excess of I 13 I I X I ❑ standards established in the local general plan or noise ordinance, or appncamc swuuaa.•-•.............e....,.-_... b) Exposure of persons to or generation of excessive groundborne v1 -b ation or groundborne noise levels? ❑ 13 X 13 c) A substantial permanent increase in ambient noise levels in the project vicinity above levels existing without the project? ❑ X d) A substantial temporary or periodic increase in ambient noise levels in the project vicinity above levels existing without the project? 13 11 X p e) For a project located within an airport land use plan or, where such a plan has not been adopted, within two miles of a public airport or public use airport, would the project expose people residing or working in the project area to excessive noise levels? ❑ ❑ X p City of Diamond Bar - Initial Study General Plan Amendment 2002-01 - 850 Brea Canyon Road Page 11 of 35 Issues (and Supporting Information Sources): . - Potentially Potential Significant Less Than Significant Unless Significant No Impact Mitigated Impact Impact M. NOISE (cont.) f) For a project within the vicinity of a private airstrip, would the ❑ ❑ ❑ X project expose people residing or working in the project area to excessive noise levels? XII. POPULATION AND HOUSING. Would the project: a) Induce substantial population growth in an area, either directly ❑ ❑ ❑ X (for example, by proposing new homes and businesses) or indirectly (for example, through extension of roads or other infrastructure)? b) Displace substantial numbers of existing housing, necessitating ❑ ❑ ❑ X the construction of replacement housing elsewhere? c) Displace substantial numbers of people, necessitating the ❑ ❑ ❑ X construction of replacement housing elsewhere? XIII. PUBLIC SERVICES. a) Would the project result in substantial adverse physical impacts associated with the provision of new or physically altered governmental facilities, need for new or physically altered governmental facilities, the construction of which could cause significant environmental impacts, in order to maintain acceptable service ratios, response times or other performance objectives for any of the public services: Fire protection? ❑ ❑ ❑ X Police protection? ❑ ❑ ❑ X Schools? ❑ ❑ ❑ X Parks? ❑ ❑ ❑ X Other public facilities? ❑ ❑ ❑ X City of Diamond Bar - Initial Study General Plan Amendment 2002-01 - 850 Brea Canyon Road Page 12 of 35 Issues (and Supporting Information Sources): Potential Potentially Significant Le]ThanSignificant Unless Sig No Impact Mitigated IImpact XIV. RECREATION. a) Would the project increase the use of existing neighborhood and regional parks or other recreational facilities such that ❑ ❑ ❑ X substantial physical deterioration of the facility would occur or be accelerated? b) Does the project include recreational facilities or require the construction or expansion of recreational facilities, which might ❑ ❑ ❑ X have an adverse physical effect on the environment? XV. TRANSPORTATION/1 UMC — Would the project: a) Cause an increase in traffic, which is substantial in relation to ❑ X ❑ ❑ the existing traffic load and capacity of the street system (i.e., result in a substantial increase in either the. number of vehicle trips, the volume to capacity ratio on roads, or congestion at intersections)? b) Exceed, either individually or cumulatively, a level of service❑ ❑ ❑ X standard established by the county congestion management agency for designated roads or highways? c) Result in a change in air traffic patterns, including either an ❑ ❑ ❑ X increase in traffic levels or a change in location that results in substantial safety risks? d) Substantially increase hazards due to a design feature (e.g., ❑ ❑ ❑ X sharp curves or dangerous intersections) or incompatible uses (e.g., farm equipment)? e) Result in inadequate emergency access? ❑ ❑ ❑ X f) Result in inadequate parking capacity? ❑ ❑ ❑ X g) Conflict with adopted policies, plans, or programs supporting alternative transportation (e.g., bus turnouts, ❑ ❑ ❑ X bicycle racks)? City of Diamond Bar - Initial Study General Plan Amendment 2002-01 - 850 Brea Canyon Road Page 13 of 35 Issues (and Supporting Information Sources): Potential Potentially Significant Less Than Significant Unless Significant No Impact Mitigated Impact Impact XVI. U TUTIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS — Would the proposal: ❑ ❑ ❑ X a) Exceed wastewater treatment requirements of the applicable Regional Water Quality Control Board? b) Require or result in the construction of new water or wastewater 13 ❑ ❑ treatment facilities or expansion of existing facilities, the X construction of which could cause significant environmental effects? c) Require or result in the construction of new storm water drainage facilities or expansion of existing facilities, the ❑ ❑ ❑ X construction of which could cause significant environmental effects? d) Have sufficient water supplies available to serve the project from existing entitlements and resources, or are new or expanded ❑ ❑ ❑ X entitlements needed? e) Result in a determination by the wastewater treatment provider, which serves or may serve the project that it has adequate capacity ❑ ❑ ❑ X to serve the project's projected demand in addition to the provider's existing commitments? f) Be served by a landfill with sufficient permitted capacity to accommodate the project's solid waste disposal needs? ❑ ❑ ❑ X g) Comply with federal, state, and local statutes and regulations related to solid waste? ❑ ❑ ❑ X City of Diamond Du - Initial Study General Plan Amendment 2002-01 - 850 Brea Canyon Road Page 14 of 35 Issues (and Supporting Information Sources): Potential Potentially Significant Less Than Significant Unless Significant No _ Impact Mitigated Impact Impact VII. NATIONAL POLLUTION DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM (STORMWATER). Would the proposal result in: a) Storm water system discharges from areas for materials storage, vehicle or equipment fueling, vehicle or equipment ❑ ❑ ❑ X maintenance (including washing), waste handling, hazardous materials handling or storage delivery or loading docks or other work areas? b) A significantly environmental harmful increase in the flow or ❑ ❑ ❑ X volume of storm water runoff? C) A significantly environmental harmful increase in erosion of ❑ ❑ ❑ X the project site or surrounding areas? d) Storm water discharges that would significantly impair the beneficial uses of receiving waters or areas that provide water ❑ ❑ ❑ X quality benefits (e.g. riparian corridors, wetlands, etc.)? e) Harm to the biological integrity of drainage systems and water ❑ ❑ ❑ X bodies? XVIII. MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE — a) Does the project have the potential to degrade the quality of the environment, substantially reduce the habitat of a fish or wildlife species, cause a fish or wildlife population to drop below self- ❑ ❑ ❑ X sustaining levels, threaten to eliminate a plant or animal community, reduce the number or restrict the range of a rare or endangered plant or animal or eliminate important examples of the major periods of California history or prehistory? City of Diamond Bar - Initial Study General Plan Amendment 2002-01 - 850 Brea Canyon Road Page 15 of 35 Issues (and Supporting Information Sources): Potential Potentially Significant Less Than Significant Unless Significant No Impact Mitigated Impact Impact XVIII. MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE (cont.) b) Does the project have impacts that are individually limited, but cumulatively considerable? ("Cumulatively considerable" means that the incremental effects of a project are considerable when viewed in connection with the effects of past projects, the effects X of other current projects, and the effects of probable future projects)? c) Does the project have environmental effects, which will cause substantial adverse effects on human beings, either directly or X indirectly? City of Diamond Bar - Initial Study General Plan Amendment 2002-01 - 850 Brea Canyon Road Page 16 of 35 Explanation of Checklist Responses I. AESTHETICS: Would the project: a) Have a substantial adverse effect on a scenic vista? No Impact. No scenic vistas are present in the proximate vicinity of the project site. Therefore, the mixture of one and three-story development will not be out of character with other structures or uses in the area and would not cause views from adjacent commercial or nearby residential areas to be obstructed. The project will not result in any substantial aesthetic changes over existing conditions and thus no significant impacts would occur and no mitigation measures would be required. b) Substantially damage scenic resources, including, but not limited to, trees, rock outcroppings, and historic buildings within a state scenic highway? No Impact. The General Plan Circulation Element does not identify any state scenic highways within the City. Furthermore, there are no significant trees, rock outcroppings, historic buildings or other significant scenic resources identified on the project s ite. Therefore, no scenic resources would be damaged by the implementation of the proposed project and no significant impacts would occur. No mitigation measures would therefore be required. C) Substantially degrade the existing visual character or quality of the site and its surroundings? No Impact. The project site is currently utilized as a recreational vehicle storage yard. Therefore, the proposed commercial development will not degrade the existing visual character or quality of the site. Future construction at the project site will be short-term in nature. Therefore, the visual character of the site and the surrounding area would not be significantly affected by the proposed project. In addition, the project site is located in an area characterized by similar sized commercial developments. The commercial development will be similar in scale and design with the surrounding area. No mitigation measures would therefore be required. d) Create a new source ofsubstantial light or glare, which would adversely affect day or nighttime views in the area? No Impact. The proposed project would utilize the following light sources: exterior lighting, interior lighting, and security lighting. However, the type of lighting proposed will not be out of character with the uses in the immediate area, and will not adversely a ffect day or nighttime views in the area with respect to light or glare. Lighting installations will be performed in conformance with the City of Diamond Bar Development Code; requiring that all installed lighting be designed and located so that direct fight rays shall be confined to the premises. Construction activities will be limited to normal work hours and workdays in accordance with City Public Works' and Building Department regulations. Therefore, no temporary lights will be required or anticipated for the construction activity. The use of temporary lighting would only occur in the case of an emergency and their use would cease upon rectifying the emergency situation. Therefore, the project would not create a new source of substantial light and glare that would result in any significant impacts and no mitigation measures would be required. H. AGRICULTURAL RESOURCES: In determining whether impacts to agricultural resources are significant lead agencies may refer to the California Agricultural Land Evaluation and Site Assessment Model (1997) prepared by the California Department of Conservation as an optional model to use in assessing impacts on agriculture and farmland. City of Diamond Bar - Initial Study General Plan Amendment 2002-01 - 850 Brea Canyon Road Page 17 of 35 Would the project: a) Convert Prime Farmland, Unique Farmland, or Farmland of Statewide Importance (Farmland), as shown on the maps prepared pursuant to the Farmland Mapping and Monitoring Program of the California Resources Agency, to non-agricultural use? No Impact- The proposed project will not result in the conversion of existing agricultural land to urban uses. The project area is located in a developed commercial district and does not contain any agricultural resources a s d efined b y the S tate F amiland M apping and Monitoring Program Therefore, no impact on existing agricultural resources would result from the implementation of this proposed project. No mitigation measures would be required. b) Conflict with existing zoningfor agricultural use, or a Williamson Act contract? No Impact. The proposed project site is currently zoned for light manufacturing uses with a proposed zone change to general commercial uses, which will have a consistent underlying land use designation. Therefore, the project would not conflict with existing zoning for agricultural use or a Williamson Act contract. Implementation of the proposed project would not require any mitigation measures. c) Involve other changes in the existing environment, which due to their location or nature, could result in conversion of Farmland, to non-agricultural use? No Impact. The proposed project area has been developed with urban uses. Development of the proposed project would not require any changes to the existing environment, which would result in the conversion of farmland to no -agricultural uses. No significant impacts would occur as a result of the proposed project. No mitigation measures would therefore be required. M. AIR QUALITY - Where available, the significance criteria established by the applicable air quality management or air pollution control district may be relied upon to make the following determinations. Would the project: a) Conflict with or obstruct implementation of the applicable air qualityplan? No Impact. Dust, both small diameter respirable matter (PM1o) and larger, heavier particulates, is normally the primary concern during new construction. B ecause such emissions are not amenable to collection and discharge through a controlled source, they are called "fugitive emissions." Particulate emission rates depend on sod silt, soil moisture, wind speed, area disturbed, number of vehicles, depth of disturbance or excavation, etc. Fugitive dust emissions are estimated at approximately 100 pounds per day per acre disturbed in the absence of any dust control measures being applied. Watering is generally assumed to reduce this rate by 50 percent, with reductions up to 80 percent possible through the use of chemical binders or other aggressive dust control measures. The SCAQMD estimates daily PM to emissions during construction to be 26.4 pounds per day per acre disturbed when standard dust control procedures required by SCAQMD Rule 403 are used. Current Rule 403 requirements are more stringent than when the 26.4 pound per acre estimate was developed. Currently required enhanced dust controls procedures can substantially further reduce the average daily PM10 emission rate. City of Diamond Bar - Initial Study General Plan Amendment 2002-01 - 850 Brea Canyon Road Page 18 of 35 The proposed project will be constructed in a period of approximately 12-18 months. The estimated amount of PMta that the area would be subject to for this activity would be approximately 171.60 pounds per day during this 12-18 month period. All indicated amounts of PMtn would be further reduced because construction activity would be scaled back or stopped during period of high winds. Constant monitoring of the construction activity by the City of Diamond Bar will insure compliance with the AQMP requirements. The applicable air quality management plan for the project area is the 1997 Air Quality Management Plan (AQMP) prepared by South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD). CEQA requires that projects be consistent with the AQMP. A consistency determination plays an essential role in local agency project review by linking local planning and unique individual projects to the AQMP in the following ways: 1) It fulfills the CEQA goal of fully informing local agency decision -makers of the environmental costs of the project under consideration at a stage early enough to ensure that air quality concerns are fully addressed; and 2) it provides the local agency with ongoing information assuring local decision -makers that they are making real contributions to clean air goals contained in the AQMP. The AQMP provides standards of concentration for seven (7) air pollutants: ozone, carbon dioxide, nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide, suspended particulate matter, sulfates, lead, as well as visibility -reducing particles. Only new or amended General Plan elements, Specific Plans, and significant projects need to undergo a consistency review. This is because the AQMP strategy is based on projections from local General Plans. The project is consistent with the General Plan in that there will be no net increase in planned commercial designated land. The project will not generate any stationary source emissions addressed by the AQMP, and the project will meet the S CAQMD Rule 4 03 standard dust c ontrol p rocedures, therefore no mitigation measures would therefore be required b) Violate any air quality standard or contribute. substantially to an existing or projected air quality violation? Less Than Significant Impact. Construction of the proposed project will require grading. The grading activities will result in the generation of dust. The greatest potential for fugitive dust generation is during rough grading, and from hauling the excavated soils out of the project area to a fill site. In addition to fugitive dust emissions, equipment exhaust will be released into the atmosphere during the excavation activities. Workers commuting to and from the construction site will generate some mobile -source emissions. T hese short-term c onstruction-related impacts, although not considered significant, may be a nuisance to adjacent and nearby urban land uses. The construction period for the proposed project is approximately 12-18 months. 12-18 months of construction, based on the size of the proposal, would produce minimal emissions, which would be significantly less than the established threshold. Additionally, grading activities would be stopped during periods of high winds. Standard construction practices include the use of watering and other methods of controlling fugitive emissions. Construction equipment will be monitored to insure proper maintenance. When construction is completed, no air quality impacts are anticipated. C) Result in a cumulatively considerable net increase of any criteria pollutant for which the project region is non -attainment under an applicable federal or state ambient air quality standard (including releasing emissions, which exceed quantitative thresholds for ozone precursors)? Less Than Significant Impact. Refer to Response III b above. d) Expose sensitive receptors to substantial pollutant concentrations? Less Than Significant Impact. National Ambient Air Quality Standards (AAQS) were originally established in 1971 for six pollution species with states retaining the option to add other pollutants, require City of Diamond Bar - Initial Study General Plan Amendment 2002-01. 850 Brea Canyon Road Page 19 of 35 more stringent compliance, or to include different exposure periods. These standards are the levels of air quality considered safe, with an adequate margin of safety, to protect the public health and welfare. They are designed to protect those people most susceptible to further respiratory distress such as asthmatics, the elderly, very young children, people already weakened by other disease or illness, and persons engaged in strenuous work or exercise, called "sensitive receptors." Healthy adults can tolerate occasional exposure to air pollutant concentrations considerably above these minimum standards -before adverse effects are observed. Construction activity may result in the generation of fugitive dust and emissions from commuter vehicles and construction equipment during the 12-18 month construction period. Although these emissions maybe considered, a nuisance to adjoining land uses, they are considered to be minimal given the scope of proposed development, and would be significantly less than the established threshold. Additionally, they will only be present during the short grading phase of this construction project. A survey of the project area did not reveal the location of any land uses that would be considered sensitive receptors. Therefore, the proposed project will not have an impact on sensitive receptors and no mitigation is therefore required. e) Create objectionable odors affecting a substantial number ofpeople? Less than Significant Impact. During allowable construction work -hours, various types of construction equipment necessary to undertake grading and construction of the commercial improvements will be used. Most of the construction equipment will be diesel powered. The emissions from this equipment will cause a diesel odor that may be noticeable during normal working hours within the immediate construction site. This may create objectionable odors and emissions during the short-term construction period. Any perceptible impacts from construction equipment exhaust will be confined to occasional whiffs of characteristic diesel exhaust odor, but such odors will not be in sufficient concentrations to expose any nearby individuals or uses of land to air pollution levels above acceptable standards. The area most impacted by construction odor emissions is a radius of 50 to 100 feet from the source. Residential uses located in close proximity to the sites' northerly boundary across the Los Angeles County Flood Control Channel would be most directly affected. Construction equipment odors, which are not considered to be significant, will cease after completion of construction. No mitigation measures are necessary. IV. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES: Would the project: (a) Have substantial adverse effects, either directly or through habitat modifications, on any species identified as a candidate, sensitive, or special status species in local or regional plans, policies or regulations or by the California Department of Fish and Game or the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service? No Impact. The project site is located in an urban, developed area and does not contain any significant biological resources. The project site does not provide habitat for any candidate, sensitive, or special status species. Animal species located on the project site are likely limited to rodents and a variety of bird species that are able to adapt to life in urban environment. Development of the proposed project would not create any significant impacts to special status biological resources. No mitigation measures are necessary. b) Have a substantial adverse effect on any riparian habitat or other sensitive natural community identified in local or regional plans, policies, and regulations or by the California Department Fish and Game or U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service? No Impact. As described above, the project site does not contain any significant habitat resources. Development of the project site would not have a significant impact on riparian habitat or other sensitive natural communities identified in local, regional, or national plans, regulations or policies. No riparian habitat or sensitive natural communities are located within the project site. No significant impacts would result from project implementation. No mitigation measures are necessary. City of Diamond Bar - Initial Study General Plan Amendment 2002-01 - 850 Brea Canyon Road Page 20 of 35 C) Have a substantial adverse effect on federally protected wetlands as defined by Section 404 of the Clean Water Act (including, but not limited to, marsh, vernal pool, coastal, etc) through direct removal, filling, hydrological interruption, or other means? No Impact. The proposed project is located in an urban area developed with a mixture of commercial, industrial and residential uses and does not contain any wetland resources. No wetlands would be impacted by development of the proposed project. No mitigation measures are necessary. d) Interfere substantially with the movement of any native resident or migratory fish or wildlife species or with established native resident or migratory wildlife corridors, or impede the use of native wildlife nursery sites? No Impact. The project site is not considered a migratory wildlife corridor due to the existing surrounding urban development. Moreover, there is no connection to any natural wildlife area. Therefore no substantial impacts will occur as a result of project implementation. No mitigation measures would therefore be required. e) Confiict with any local policies or ordinances protecting biological resources, such as a tree preservation policy or ordinance? Less Than Significant Impact. Approval of this project will result in the removal of a number of mature California Pepper, Brazilian Pepper, Olive and Beefwood trees. The City's General Plan and implementing Development Ordinance requires the protection/preservation and maintenance of native trees, which includes California Peppers. However, when the preservation of a protected tree is not feasible and would compromise the property's owner's reasonable use and enjoyment of property or surrounding land it may be removed provided it is replaced in accordance with the City's adopted standards. Replacement trees must be planted at a minimum 3:1 ratio on lots greater than 20,000 square feet with a minimum box size of 24 inches. The Planning Commission may approve smaller container sizes. Acceptance of the tree removal/replacement will require discretionary approval in order to be consistent with the policies and requirements of the zone. No mitigation measures would therefore be required. fi Conflict with the provisions of an adopted Habitat Conservation Plan, Natural Community Conservation Plan, or other approved local, regional or state habitat conservation plan? No Impact. No adopted Habitat Conservation Plan, Natural Community Conservation Plan, or other approved habitat conservation plan exists at the site. Therefore, no mitigation measures are required. V. CULTURAL RESOURCES: Would the project: a) Cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of a historical resource as defined in §15064.5? No Impact. No structures are currently on site and no structures have ever been found on the subject property. Additionally, no important persons or events are associated with the project site and no historical resources are located on the property. Therefore, no significant impacts would result from implementation. No mitigation measures are required. b) Cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of an archaeological resource pursuant to §15064.5? No Impact. No archeological resources have been identified on or near the project site and it is unlikely that any would be uncovered during the construction of the project. However, while no significant archeological resources is expected to be impacted by project development, in the event that suspected City of Diamond Bar - Initial Study General Plan Amendment 2002-01 - 850 Brea Canyon Road Page 21 of 35 archeological resources are uncovered, all work shall be stopped in the vicinity of the find until a certified archeologist can conduct an evaluation This will assure any potential archeological impacts are not significant. No mitigation measures are required. C) Directly or indirectly destroy a unique paleontological resource or site or unique geohigic feature? No Impact. No paleontological resources have been identified on or near the project site and it is unlikely that any would be uncovered during construction of the project. However, while no significant paleontological resources is expected to be impacted by the proposed project, in the event that suspected paleontological resources are uncovered, all work shall be stopped in the vicinity of the find until a certified paleontologist can conduct an evaluation. This will assure any potential p aleontological impacts are not significant. No mitigation measures are required. d) Disturb any human remains, including those interred outside offormal cemeteries? No Impact. There are no known human remains within the project site or vicinity. Therefore, it is unlikely that the project would disturb any human remains. No mitigation measures would be required. VI. GEOLOGY AND SOILS: Would the proposal: a) Expose people or structure to potential substantial adverse effects, including the risk of loss, injury, or death involving: Rupture of a known earthquake fault, as delineated on the most recent Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zoning Map issued by the State Geologist for the area or based on other substantial evidence of known fault? No Impact. Section IV/Figure IV -1 of the 1995 General Plan Public Health and Safety Element identifies four (4) potentially active faults (e.g. Whittier, San Jose, Sierra Madre, and San Gabriel) which have a potential for causing local damage. The closest known active faults are located more than ten (10) miles from the City, with the greatest fault zone (San Andreas) located more than 26 miles northeast of the City. Additionally, no active fault traces are known to cross the project site. As a result, fault rupture within the City or near the project site is unlikely. Therefore, no mitigation measures would be required. ii) Strong seismic ground shaking? No impact. Section IV/Figure IV -1 of the 1995 General Plan Public Health and Safety Element identifies four (4) potentially active faults (e.g. Whittier, San Jose, Sierra Madre, and San Gabriel) which have a potential for causing local damage. The closest known active faults are located more than ten (10) miles from the City, with the greatest fault zone (San Andreas) located more than 26 miles northeast of the City. The primary dangers associated with seismic activity are surface rupture, ground failure, liquefaction, and ground shaking. The proximity of the site to the active faults will result in ground shaking during moderate to severe seismic events. City building regulations provide specific construction techniques required for the seismic zone in which the project is located. Design and construction shall adhere to the prescribed minimum requirements to address seismic safety issues. Therefore, no mitigation measures would be required. City of Diamond Bar - Initial Study General Plan Amendment 2002-01 - 850 Brea Canyon Road Page 22 of 35 iii) Seismic -related ground failure, including liquefaction? No Impact. L iquefaction refers to loose, saturated sand or gravel deposits that lose their load supporting capability when subjected to intense shaking. Liquefaction p otential varies b ased upon on-site soil composition and groundwater depth. The California Department of Conservation is mandated by the Seismic Hazards Act of 1990 to identify and map the state's most prominent earthquake hazards, including areas where earthquakes are likely to cause shaking, liquefaction or other ground failure. The California Department of Conservation Division of Mines and Geology has recently updated existing seismic hazard maps for portions of southern California, including the area covering the potential project site. The State Geologist released the official maps March 25, 1999. The updated map that covers the project area indicates that the project site is not located in a liquefaction zone. No significant impacts would result from the development of the proposed project. No mitigation measures are necessary. iv). Landslides? No Impact. Land sliding is a type of erosion in which masses of earth and rock move down slope as a single unit. Susceptibility of slopes to landslides and other foram ofalope failure depend on several factors. These are usually present in combination and include, but are not limited to, steep slopes, condition of rock and soil materials, presence of water, formational contracts, geologic shear zones and s eismic activity. The area for the proposed commercial improvements is relatively flat. The probability that this area is subject to landslides is remote at best. The chance of landslide and/or mudslide is not considered to be an impact. Therefore, no mitigation measures would be required. b) Result in substantial soil erosion or the loss of topsoil? No Impact. The project would not result in any uses that cause substantial soil erosion. Once grading and compaction of the project area are completed, the project site will be paved and landscaped. Therefore, soil erosion would be minimal and temporary in nature. Since the site has not been used for agricultural production, the loss of topsoil would not be considered significant. In addition, compliance with the General Construction Activities Storni Water Permit and development of Best Management Practices (further discussed below under Section VIII (a), Hydrology and Water Quality) will ensure that no substantial erosion occurs during construction. Therefore, no mitigation measures would be required. C) Be located on a geologic unit or soil that is unstable, or that would become unstable as a result of the project, and potentially result in on- or offsite landslide, lateral spreading, subsidence, liquefaction or collapse? No Impact. Compliance with the General Construction Activities Storm Water Permit and development of and adherence to Best Management Practices will ensure that no substantial erosion will occur during grading and compaction of the site. Therefore, no mitigation measures would be required. d) Be located on expansive soil, as defined in Table 18-1-B of the Uniform Building Code (1997), creating substantial risks to life orproperty? No Impact. Expansive soils are not generally found in this area of the City of Diamond Bar. However, if expansive soil is identified during grading, the soil will not be used for compaction purposes. This City of Diamond Bar - initial Study Geneml Plan Amendment 2002-01 - 850 Brea Canyon Road Page 23 of 35 construction technique or method is standard practice for the preparation of building sites. No construction alternatives need to be considered. Therefore, no mitigation measures would be required. e) Have soils incapable of adequately supporting the use of septic tanks or alternative wastewater disposal systems where sewers are not available for the disposal of wastewater? No Impact. The proposed project will be connected to the local sewer, but will not result in any significant impact on the local public sewer system. Therefore, no alternative wastewater disposal systems (i.e., septic tanks) will be required. No mitigation measures are required. VII, HAZARDS AND FfAZARDOUS MATERIALS: Would the project: a) Create a significant hazard to the public or the environment through the routine transport, use, or disposal of hazardous materials? No Impact. The proposed commercial development would not use or maintain any significant quantities of hazardous materials in its operation. All hazardous materials, e.g., janitorial chemicals and fertilizers, used on site would be stored and handled in accordance with State and federal requirements. The proposed project would not involve the routine transport, use or disposal of any significant quantities of hazardous materials. No significant impacts to the public or the environment would result from the proposed project. No mitigation measures are required. b) Create a significant hazard to the public or the environment through reasonably foreseeable upset and accident conditions involving the release of hazardous materials into the environment? No Impact. Refer to Response VII a), above. C) Emit hazardous emissions or handle hazardous or acutely hazardous materials, substances, or waste within one-quarter mile of an existing or proposed school? No Impact. There are no schools located within one-quarter mile of the project a ite, and no hazardous emissions will be associated with the proposed project. Therefore, no mitigation measures would be required. d) Be located on a site which is included on a list of hazardous materials sites compiled pursuant to Government Code Section 65962.5 and, as a result, would it create a significant hazard to the public or the environment? No Impact. The project site is not listed as a hazardous materials site compiled pursuant to Government Code Section 65962.5 and, as a result, project implementation would not create a significant hazard to the public or the environment. Therefore, no mitigation measures would be required. e) For a project located within an airport land use plan or, where such a plan has not been adopted, within two miles of a public airport or public use airport, would the project result in a safety hazard for people residing or working in the project area? No Impact. The proposed commercial development is not located in the vicinity of an airport safety zone and would not impact airport operations. The project would not result in safety hazards to people residing or working in the project area. No significant impacts would result from the proposed project. Therefore, no mitigation measures would be required. City of Diamond Bar - Initial Study General Pian Amendment 2002-01 - 850 Brea Canyon Road Page 24 of 35 j) For a project within the vicinity of a private airstrip, would the project result in a safety hazard for people residing or working in the project area? No Impact. The project site is not located within the vicinity of a private airstrip. Therefore, no mitigation measures would be required. g) Impair implementation of or physically interfere with an adopted emergency response plan or emergency evacuation plan? No Impact. The proposed project would not involve any uses that would interfere with the City's Emergency Operations Plan or with major emergency evacuation routes out of the area. Therefore, no mitigation measures would be required. h) Expose people or structures to a significant risk of loss, injury or death involving wildland fires, including where wildiands are adjacent to urbanized areas or where residences are intermixed with wildlands? No Impact. The project site is not in a fire hazard area as depicted in the City s Public Health and Safety Element of the General Plan. Therefore, no mitigation measures would be required. VIII. HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITY: Would the project: a) Violate any water quality standards or waste discharge requirements? No Impact. In 1972, the F ederal W ater P ollution C ontrol Act (also referred to as the Clean Water Act [CWA]) was amended to provide that the discharge of pollutants to waters of the United States from any point source is unlawful unless the discharge is in compliance with a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit. The 1987 amendments to the CWA added Section 402(p), which establishes a framework for regulating municipal and industrial storm water discharges under the NPDES Program. On November 16, 1990, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) published final regulations that establish storm water permit application requirements for specified categories of industries. The regulations provide that discharges of storm water to waters of the United States from construction projects that encompass five or more acres of soil disturbance are effectively prohibited unless the discharge is in compliance with an NPDES permit. The proposed project would be subject to the NPDES program, because the project involves a construction site greater than five acres. However, as part of the approval process and prior to permit issuance, the NPDES requirements would need to be satisfied (permit) so as not to violate any water quality standards or waste discharge requirements. No significant impacts would result from this project. No mitigation measures are necessary. b) Substantially deplete groundwater supplies or interfere substantially with groundwater recharge such that there would be a net deficit in aquifer volume or a lowering of the local groundwater table level (e.g., the production rate of pre-existing nearby wells would drop to a level which would not support existing land uses or planned uses for which permits have been granted)? No Impact. The proposed commercial development will not significantly change ground water recharge conditions. Currently, recharge is extremely limited due to runoff rates and soils conditions. Current overland flows across the pervious sections of the site do not typically infiltrate to a depth where an effect on ground water storage is realized. The proposed project will not contribute to withdrawals from an existing ground water supply. Therefore, no significant impacts would occur and no mitigation measures would be required. City of Diamond Bar - Initial Study General Plan Amendment 2002-01 - 850 Brea Canyon Road Page 25 of 35 C) Substantially alter the existing drainage pattern of the site or area, including through the alteration of the course of a stream or river, in a manner which would result in substantial erosion or siltation on- or off- site? No Impact. The project site has been previously developed for use and therefore, no changes to the site's drainage pattern would occur upon implementation of the proposed project. Moreover, the drainage pattern will follow the natural contour of the land as it exists. No significant impacts are anticipated as a result of project development. No mitigation measures are necessary. d) Substantially alter the existing drainage pattern of the site or area, including through the alteration of the course of a stream or river, or substantially increase the rate or amount of surface runoff in a manner, which would result in flooding on- or off-site? No Impact. The proposed project would not require alterations to the existing drainage pattern of the site. Project development would result in a slight increase in the amount of impervious surfaces contained on the site through the addition of surface pavement and placement of building structures, thereby, reducing the site's current rate of absorption and increasing the volume of surface water runoff experienced at the site. However, due to the small size of the site and its current developed status, impacts are not anticipated to be significant. No mitigation measures are necessary. e) Create or contribute runoff water which would exceed the capacity of existing or planned stormwater drainage systems orprovide substantial additional sources ofpolluted runoff? No impact. Development of proposed project would result in the conversion of permeable to impermeable surface through the placement of building structures on site and the placement of asphalt and concrete pavement, thereby increasing the volume of stormwater runoff currently experienced at the site. However, runoff generated from the site would be minimal due to the small size of the site and is not expected to contain any significant quantities of pollutants. No significant impacts would occur as a result of the proposed project. No mitigation measures are necessary. f Otherwise substantially degrade water quality? No Impact. Compliance with City permit requirements will ensure that there will be no violation of water quality or waste discharge requirements. Therefore, no significant impacts would occur and no mitigation measures would be required. g) Place housing within a 100 year flood hazard area as mapped on a federal Flood Hazard Boundary or Flood Insurance Rate Map or other flood hazard delineation map? No Impact. The local Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRM) indicate that the subject development area is outside of the 100 -year and 500 -year floodplain. Therefore, no significant impacts would occur and no mitigation measures would be required. h) Place within a 100 yearflood hazard area structures, which would impede or redirectflood flows? No Impact. According to the FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Map for the project area, the proposed development area is outside the designated 100 -year flood zone. Therefore, no significant impacts would occur and no mitigation measures would be required. City of Diamond Bar - Initial Study General Plan Amendment 2002-01 - 850 Brea Canyon Road Page 26 of 35 Expose people or structure to a significant risk of loss, injury or death involving flooding, including flooding as a result of the failure of a levee or dam? No Impact. The proposed project site is not located within a flood hazard zone as identified by the City of Diamond Bar Public Health and Safety Element as identified by the Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRM) prepared by FEMA. Therefore, no significant impacts would occur and no mitigation measures would be required. P Inundation by seiche, tsunami, or mudflow? No Impact. The project area is located inland of the coast approximately thirty miles east of the Pacific Ocean and is not adjacent to any large bodies of water. Therefore, the site is not subject to seiche, and/or tsunami. The site has stable soils and is considered suitable for development from a soils engineering and geologic point of view. Therefore, no significant impacts would occur and no mitigation measures would be required. IM LAND USE AND PLANNING: Would the project: a) Physically divide an established community? No Impact. The proposed commercial development would b e a continuance of the existing surrounding mixture of commercial and residential uses and therefore, would not divide an established community. Therefore, no significant impacts would occur and no mitigation measures would be required. b) Conflict with any applicable land use plan, policy, or regulation of an agency with jurisdiction over the project (including, but not limited to the general plan, specific plan, local c oastal p rogram, o r zoning ordinance) adopted for the purpose of avoiding or mitigating an environmental effect? Potentially Significant Unless Mitigated. The proposed project site is currently has a land use designation of Professional Office, and is zoned M-1 PD BE (Light M anufacturing, P lanned D evelopment O verlay, Billboard Exclusion). The project will require legislative and discretionary approval in order to allow for the commercial development and be consistent with the policies and requirements of the proposed zone. Mitigation Measures 1. Obtain approval of an amendment to the General Plan Land Use Element from Professional Office to General Commercial. 2. Obtain approval of a change of zone from M-1 PD BE (Light Manufacturing, Planned Development Overlay, Billboard Exclusion) to C-2 (Community Commercial) with a Planned Development Overlay. 3. Obtain approval of a Specific Plan to ensure a comprehensive development and advance the goals and objectives of the General Plan. C) Conflict with any applicable habitat conservation plan or natural community conservation plan? No Impact. T he subject project area is not within any applicable habitat conservation plan or natural community, conservation plan area. Therefore, no mitigation measures would be required. City of Diamond Bar - Initial Study General Plan Amendment 2002-01 - 850 Brea Canyon Road Page 27 of 35 X. MINERAL RESOURCES: Would the project: a) Result in the loss of availability of a known mineral resource that would be of value to the region and the residents of the state? No Impact. According to the City of Diamond Bar Open Space and Conservation Element, no mineral deposits of statewide or regional importance exist in the City. Therefore, no significant impacts would occur and no mitigation measures would be required. b) Result in the loss of availability of a locally important mineral resource recovery site delineated on a local general plan, speck plan or other land use plan? No Impact. See Response X a, above. XI. NOISE: Would the project result in: a) Exposure of persons to or generation of noise levels in excess ofstandards established in the local general plan or noise ordinance, or applicable standards of other agencies? Less Than Significant Impact. The equipment used on the project site will generate noise above the ambient levels for limited periods of time during construction. Due to the proximity of the construction site to existing residential buildings, and due to the levels of noise generated by construction equipment without mitigation measures, adjacent properties would be subjected to higher than ambient noise levels during normal daylight hours during the construction period. It is anticipated that in a worst case scenario buildings, located within 1,000 feet of construction equipment noise generators, would be subject to noise of approximately 65dB(A). Normal building construction methods and materials will reduce interior noise levels to within acceptable limits. The C ommumtyN oise Equivalent Level (CNEL) of 5 5-60 will be enforced for the project. The City's General Plan Public Health and Safety Element indicates that a Community Noise Equivalent Level (CNEL) of 55-60 is considered as "Normally Acceptable" for commercial areas. The amount of noise intrusion with respect to the existing surrounding buildings during construction will vary depending upon where construction is occurring. When the construction is completed, no noise impacts are anticipated. The proposed project will be consistent with the zone and will not generate noise levels that exceed local standards. The short term of the potential noise intrusion is considered to be less than significant. Therefore, no mitigation measures are proposed or required. b) Exposure ofpersons to or generation of excessive groundborne vibration or groundborne noise levels? Less Than Significant Impact. Construction equipment can generate noise levels in the range of 60 to 90 dB(A). The introduction of construction equipment in this area will expose residential occupants to intermittent high noise levels that could approach 90 dB(A) within 50 feet of the construction activity. Although the increase in noise in the project area will be greater than that which currently exists, it will be localized and will be temporary in nature and will cease upon completion of the project. There are no noise sensitive land uses located near the project area that may be affected by construction noise. The proposed commercial use will not generate excessive groundbome vibration nor groundbome noise levels. Therefore, no mitigation measures are proposed or required. City of Diamond Bar - Initial Study General Plan Amendment 2002-01 - 850 Brea Canyon Road Page 28 of 35 C) A substantial permanent increase in ambient noise levels in the project vicinity above levels existing without the project? No Impact. The proposed construction activity is temporary and noise will localize and be confined to the development site. At the completion of the construction activity no permanent increase in ambient noise levels will be generated by the commercial use. d) A substantial temporary or periodic increase in ambient noise levels in the project vicinity above levels existing without the project? Less Than Significant Impact. The equipment used on the project site will generate noise above the ambient levels for limited periods of time during construction Due to the proximity of the construction site to existing residential buildings, and due to the levels of noise generated by construction equipment without mitigation measures, adjacent properties would be subjected to temporary or periodic higher than ambient noise levels during normal business hours during the construction period. It is anticipated that in a worst case scenario buildings, located within 1,000 f eet of construction equipment noise generators, would be subject to noise of approximately 65dB(A). However, the Community Noise Equivalent Level (CNEL) for new construction will be enforced by the City for the project. The City's General Plan Noise Element indicates that a Community Noise Equivalent Level (CNEL) of 55- 60 is considered as "Normally Acceptable" for commercial areas. The amount of noise intrusion with respect to the existing surrounding buildings during construction will vary depending upon where the localized construction is occurring. The construction equipment will be required to comply with City regulations with respect to the use of mufflers. When the construction is completed, no noise impacts are anticipated. The proposed commercial improvements are compatible with and the equivalent of existing area improvements, and as such will not generate any increase in ambient noise above current vicinity levels. The potential short-term noise impacts generated by construction equipment will be mitigated by the use of mufflers. Construction activity will be confined to normal business hours. Therefore, no significant impacts would occur and no mitigation measures would be required. e) For a project located within an airport land use plan or, where such a plan has not been adopted, within two miles of a public airport or public use airport would the project expose people residing or working in the project area to excessive noise levels? Less Than Significant Impact. The proposed project will not expose people working in the area to permanent high noise levels. However, temporary noise levels may increase because of the type of construction activity anticipated. See Response to Section M (a), above. j) For a project within the vicinity of a private airstrip, would the project expose people residing or working in the project area to excessive noise levels? No Impact. The project s ite is not located in the vicinity of a private airstrip. Therefore, no significant impacts would occur and no mitigation measures would be required. I11I. POPULATION AND HOUSING: Would the project: a) Induce substantial population growth in an area, either directly (for example, by proposing new homes and businesses) or indirectly (for example, through extension of roads or other infrastructure) ? No Impact. Although the proposed commercial development will generate additional employment opportunities, it is not significant enough to increase population from relocating to the area. It is not anticipated to directly or indirectly induce substantial population growth. Additionally, no residential uses City of Diamond Bar - Initial Study General Plan Amendment 2002-01 - 850 Brea Canyon Road Page 29 of 35 within the City of Diamond Bar are associated with the project and the project will not require the extension of infrastructure in an area not previously served. Therefore, no significant impacts would occur and no mitigation measures would be required. b) Displace substantial numbers of existing housing, necessitating the construction of replacement housing elsewhere? No Impact. No existing housing is located on the project site nor would any housing be displaced by the implementation of the proposed project. Therefore, no significant impacts would occur and no mitigation measures would be required. C) Displace substantial numbers ofpeople, necessitating the construction ofreplacement housing elsewhere? No Impact. See Response XII b, above. XIII. PUBLIC SERVICES: Would the project result in substantial adverse physical impacts associated with the provision of new or physically alteredgovemmentalfacilities, needfor new or physically altered governmental facilities, the construction of which could cause significant environmental impacts, in order to maintain acceptable service ratios, response times or other performance objectives for any of the following public services: a) Fire protection? No Impact. The Los Angeles County Consolidated Fire Protection District provides fire protection for the project area. All water mains and fire hydrants will be required to be installed in accordance with the Fire Department guidelines and are subject to approval by the Fire Department. Adherence to these guidelines will ensure that no significant impacts on fire protection services and facilities will occur as a result of this project. Therefore, no mitigation measures would be required. b) Police protection? No Impact. No significant impacts on existing police protection facilities are expected to occur as a result of this project. No mitigation measures would be required. C) Schools? No Impact. No significant impacts on existing school facilities will occur as a result of this project. Therefore, no mitigation measures would be required. d) Parks? No Impact. No significant impacts on existing parks will occur as a result of the proposed project since the project would not displace any public or private recreational uses. Therefore, no significant impacts would occur and no mitigation measures would be required. e) Otherpublicfacilities? No Irnpact. No additional impacts to other public facilities have been identified. Refer to Section XVI for a discussion on utilities and service systems. No mitigation measures would be required. City of Diamond Bar - Initial Study General Plan Amendment 2002-01 - 850 Brea Canyon Road Page 30 of 35 XIV. RECREATION: Would the project: a) Cause an increase in the use of existing neighborhood and regional parks or other recreational facilities such that substantial physical deterioration of the facility would occur or be accelerated? No Impact The proposed project will have no direct effect on existing recreational facilities. No increases in the demand f or such f acilities will o ccur a s a result of this project. Therefore, no significant impacts would occur and no mitigation measures would be required. b) Does the project include recreational facilities or require the construction or expansion of recreational facilities, which might have an adverse physical effect on the environment? No Impact. The proposed project does not include nor require the construction or expansion of recreational facilities. Existing recreational opportunities will not be affected by project implementation. Therefore, no significant impacts would occur and no mitigation measures would be required. XV. TRANSPORTATIONITRAFFIC: Would the project: a) Cause an increase in traffic, which is substantial in relation to the existing traffic load and capacity of the street system (i.e., result in a substantial increase in either the number of vehicle trips, the volume to capacity ratio on roads, or congestion at intersections)? Potentially Significant Unless Mitigated. The project has a single entry point onto Brea Canyon Road, which has been designed to City standards to handle the anticipated traffic volumes. Therefore, implementation of the proposed project will not result in traffic generation above that of planned system capacity. However, site and roadway improvements (Brea Canyon Road) are necessary to ensure adequate ingress/egress from the site onto Brea Canyon Road. A detailed Traffic Impact Analysis (RK Engineering Group, Inc., May 31, 2002) has been prepared and reviewed by the City's Traffic Engineer. The following mitigation measures will be implemented to ensure project -related traffic impacts are less than significant. Mitigation Measures 1. Provide a deceleration lane into the project site for traffic heading north. 2. Install a raised median on Brea Canyon Road with left turn pocket into the site for south bound traffic. 3. Provide a dedicated left turn pocket and signal improvements at Lycoming Street and Brea Canyon Road to allow for independent left turns and u -turns for north bound traffic. 4. Install a "pork chop" i sland a t t he a ntrance t o t he s ite t o f orce t raffic n orth a xiting t he property. b) Exceed, either individually or cumulatively, a level of service standard established by the county congestion management agency for designated roads or highways? No Impact. The project does not propose any use, which could cause the level of service standard, which has been established by the county congestion management agency for designated roads or highways to be exceeded, either individually or cumulatively. Therefore, no mitigation measures are necessary. C) Result in a change in air traffic patterns, including either an increase in traffic levels or a change in location that results in substantial safety risks? City of Diamond Bar - Initial Study General Plan Amendment 2002-01 - 850 Brea Canyon Road Page 31 of 35 No Impact. The project does not propose any use, which could cause, any changes to traffic patterns, a significant increase in traffic levels or a change in location that results in substantial safety risks. Therefore, no significant impacts would occur and no mitigation measures would be required. d) Substantially increase hazards due to a design feature (e.g., sharp curves or dangerous intersections) or incompatible uses (e.g., farm equipment)? No Impact. With the proposed site design improvements and off-site traffic mitigation measures, no hazards to safety from design features or incompatible uses are anticipated. Although it is possible that construction activities could expose the affected street to some potential hazards associated with construction activities, adequate precautions will be taken to minimize that exposure. Therefore, no significant impacts would occur and no mitigation measures would be required. e) Result in inadequate emergency access? No Impact. Emergency access to the project site and the adjoining land uses will be maintained during the course of construction. Final project design will be subject to review by the City of Diamond Bar to ensure adequate emergency vehicle access prior to permit issuance. No mitigation measures would be required. ) Result in inadequate parking capacity? No Impact. Adequate on-site parking for the proposed development will be provided consistent with the requirements of the City of Diamond Bar Development Code. No mitigation measures would be required. g) Conflict with adopted policies, plans, or programs supporting alternative transportation (e.g., bus turnouts, bicycle racks)? No Impact. The project will not conflict with alternative transportation policies, programs and plans. Additionally, the project must comply with the City's adopted Transportation Demand Management Ordinance. Therefore, no mitigation measures would be required. XVI. UTILITIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS: Would the project: a) Exceed wastewater treatment requirements of the applicable Regional Water Quality Control Board? No Impact. Adequate wastewater treatment and sewer infrastructures are in place to serve the proposed commercial development. Therefore, no significant impacts will occur and the project will thus not exceed wastewater treatment requirements. No mitigation measures would be required. b) Require or result in the construction of new water or wastewater treatment facilities or expansion of existingfacilities, the constriction of which could cause significant environmental effects? No Impact. Construction of the proposed project will not require or result in the construction of new water or wastewater treatment facilities or expansion of existing facilities. Because the project area is largely developed, water and sewer infrastructures are in place, and no mitigation measures would be required. C) Require or result in the construction of new storm water drainage facilities or expansion of existing facilities, the construction ofwhich could cause significant environmental effects? No Impact. The proposed commercial development will require onsite construction of drainage improvements to convey storm water flows to area drainage facilities in accordance with City regulations. No mitigation measures would be required. City of Diamond Bar - Initial Study General Plan Amendment 2002-01 - 850 Brea Canyon Road Page 32 of 35 d) Have sufficient water supplies available to serve the project from existing entitlements and resources, or are new or expanded entitlements needed? No Impact. Refer to Response XVI(b), above. e) Result in a determination by the wastewater treatment provider, which serves or may serve the project that it has adequate capacity to serve the project's projected demand in addition to the provider's existing commitments? No Impact. Refer to Response XVI( b), above. f) Be served by a landfill with sufficient permitted capacity to accommodate the project's solid waste disposal needs? No Impact. Existing landfills have sufficient capacity to serve the needs of the proposed project No mitigation measures would be required. g) Comply with federal, state, and local statutes and regulations related to solid waste? No Impact. All local, state, and federal guidelines regarding solid waste will be complied with during project construction and operation. No mitigation measures would be required. XVII. NATIONAL POLLUTION DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM (STORMWATER): a) Would the proposal result in storm water system discharges from areas for materials storage, vehicle or equipment fueling vehicle or equipment maintenance (including washing), waste handling, hazardous materials handling or storage delivery or loading docks or other work areas? No Impact. The proposed commercial development will not result in storm water system discharges from materials storage, vehicle or equipment fueling or maintenance given the proposed use of the site as a retail, restaurant and hospitality establishments. However, the project will be required to comply with the locally adopted National Pollution Discharge. Elunmation.System (NPDES) requirements as federally mandated. No mitigation measures would be required. b) Would the proposal result in a significant environmentally harmful increase in the flow or volume of storm water runoff? No Impact. The proposed commercial development will not result in any significant environmentally harmful increase in either the volume or flow of storm water runoff. The projectwill generateminimal surface effluents resulting primarily from paved parking areas. Source control as required by National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) requirements will eliminate or contain the effluents, thereby minimizing their impact on storm water runoff. Therefore, no mitigation measures would be required. C) Would the proposal result in a significantly environmental harmful increase in erosion of the project site or surrounding areas? No Impact. The proposed commercial development will not provide for any erosion of the project site or the surrounding areas.The proposed project will provide for the construction of a new commercial City of Diamond Bar - Initial Study General Plan Amendment 2002-01 - 850 Brea Canyon Road Page 33 of 35 building and paving on areas which are currently unimproved, and no subsequent soil erosion is anticipated. Therefore, no mitigation measures would be required. d) Would the proposal result in storm water discharges that would significantly impair the beneficial uses of receiving waters or areas that provide water quality benefits (e.g. riparian corridors, wetlands, etc.)? No Impact. The proposed commercial development will not result in storm water discharges that would significantly impair the beneficial uses of receiving waters or areas that provide water quality benefits. Therefore, no mitigation measures would be required. e) Would the proposal result in harm to the biological integrity of drainage systems and water bodies? No Impact. The proposed commercial development will not result in any harm to the biological integrity of either drainage systems or water bodies. Therefore, no mitigation measures would be required. XVIII. MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE: a) Does t he p roject h ave t he p otential t o degrade the quality of the environment, substantially reduce the habitat of a fish or wildlife species, cause a fish or wildlife population to drop below subsustaining levels, threaten to eliminate a plant or animal community, reduce the number or restrict the range of a rare or endangered plant or animal or eliminate important examples of the major periods of California history or prehistory? No Impact. Based on the preceding analysis, the proposed project does not have the potential to degrade the quality of the environment, substantially reduce the habitat of a fish or wildlife species, cause a fish or wildlife population to drop below self-sustaining levels, threaten to eliminate a plant or animal community, reduce the number or restrict the range of a rare o r endangered p lant or animal, or eliminate important examples of the major periods of California history or prehistory. Construction of the commercial buildings shall be subject to the receipt of the appropriate permits from the respective governing jurisdictions. Moreover, no sensitive species have been observed in the riparian area. Therefore, no mitigation measures would be required. b) Does the project have impacts that are individually limited, but cumulatively considerable? ("Cumulatively considerable " means that the incremental effects of a project are considerable when viewed in connection with the effects of past projects, the effects of other current projects, and the effects of probable future projects)? No Impact. The project will not contribute to cumulatively considerable impacts. All potential impacts of implementing, the proposed project in the context of the existing setting, current projects and probable future projects have been considered for all environmental categories contained in this section and no significant impacts after mitigation have been identified. Therefore, no mitigation measures would be required. c) Does the project have environmental effects, which will cause substantial adverse effects on human beings, either directly or indirectly? No Impact. With the implementation of permit and code requirements as well as adoption of the recommended mitigation measures no direct or indirect adverse effects would occur on human beings. Therefore, no mitigation measures would be required. XIX. EARLIER ANALYSES: Earlier analyses may be used where, pursuant to a program EIR, tiering, or other CEQA process, one or more effects have been adequately analyzed in an earlier EIR or Negative Declaration. Section 15063 (c) (3) (D). City of Diamond Bar - Initial Study General Plan Amendment 2002-01 - 850 Brea Canyon Road Page 34 of 35 a) Earlier analyses used. Identify earlier analyses used and state where they are available for review. 1) City of Diamond Bar General Plan Final EIR (1995) 2) City of Diamond Bar General Plan (1995) 3) City of Diamond Bar Zoning Map (Revised, November 1998) 4) City of Diamond Bar Development Code (Adopted, November 1998) 5) Traffic Impact Analysis (RK Engineering Group, Inc., May 31, 2002) All documents listed above are on file and may be reviewed at the City of Diamond Bar Community and Development Services Department, Planning Division, 2185 Copley Drive, Diamond Bar, California 91765,(909) 860-2489. City of Diamond Bar - Initial Study General Plan Amendment 2002-01 - 850 Brea Canyon Road Page 35 of 35 City of Diamond Bar Community & Development Services Department on Califomia Environmental Quality Act 5 E. Cog ey rive Q tjr 21825 E. Copley Drive p� Miti6ated Ne ative Declaration Diamond Bar, California 91765 b g _ ""' (909)396-5676 (909)861-3117 Fax w .Cityofl)iamondBarxom To: ® Los Angeles County Clerk's Office ❑ Office of Planning and Research Environmental Filing 1400 Tenth Street, Room 121 12400 E. Imperial Highway, Room 2001 Sacramento, California 95814 Norwalk, California 90650 Project Title and File No.: General Plan Amendment 2002-01, Zone Change 2002-01, Specific Plan 2002-01, Development Review 2002-07, Conditional Use Permit 2002-05, Tentative Parcel Map No. 26771, and Tree Pemilt No. 2002-10 Project Location: 850 Brea Canyon Road, Diamond Bar, CA 91765 (Los Angeles County) Project Description: The proposed project is a request for approval of a General Plan Amendment, Zone Change, Specific Plan, Development Review, Conditional Use Permit and Tentative Parcel Map. This would allow for the construction of a retail/commercial shopping center consisting of a three- story hotel, two freestanding restaurants, and two office(retad building pads totaling approximately 70,370 square feet of gross building area. The proposed development will be located on an approximate 6.50 gross acre site. Project Sponsor: Phil Williams (Extended Stay America), 2525 Cherry Avenue, #310, Signal Hill, CA 90806 This is to advise that the City of Diamond Bar, acting as the lead agency, has conducted an Initial Study to detemdne if the project may have a significant effect on the environment and i s proposing this Mitigated Negative D eclamtion b ased on the following finding: ■ The Initial Study shows that there is no substantial evidence that the project may have a significant effect on the environment. ❑ The Initial Study identified potentially significant effects but: (1) Revisions in the project plans or proposals made or agreed to by the applicant before this proposed Negative Declaration was released for public review would avoid the effects or mitigate the effects to a point where clearly no significant effects would occur, and (2) There is no substantial evidence before the agency that the project as revised may have a significant effect on the environment. The City Council hereby finds that the Mitigated Negative Declaration reflects its independent judgement. A copy of the Initial Study, and any applicable mitigation measures, and any other material which constitute the record of proceedings upon which the City based its decision to adopt this Mitigated Negative Declaration may be obtained at: City of Diamond Bar Community and Development Services Department/Planning Division 21825 E. Copley Drive Diamond Bar, CA 91765 (909)396-5676 The public is invited to comment on the proposed Mitigated Negative Declaration during the review period, which ends October 22, 2002. Planning Consultant September 26 2002 Signature Title Date Date received for filing and posting ❑ Los Angeles County Clerk's Office ❑ OPR EXTENDED STAY AMERICA TRAFFIC IMPACT ANALYSIS DIAMOND BAR, CALIFORNIA Prepared for: EXTENDED STAY AMERICA, INC. 2525 Cherry Avenue, Suite 310 Signal Hill, CA 90806-2037 Prepared by: RK ENGINEERING GROUP, INC. 20201 S.W. Birch Street, Suite 250 Newport Beach, CA 92660 Robert Kahn, P.E. Frank Yeh May 31, 2002 RK:FY:rd/816 JN:0778-02-01 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE I. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY................................................................................... 1 A. Project Description B. Purpose of Report and Study Objectives C. Site Location D. Study Area Methodology 1. ICU Method 2. HCM Method 3. Roadway Link V/C Ratio D. Principal Findings E. Project Recommendations II. SETTING........................................................................................................... 15 A. Land Use 4. Existing Land Uses 2. Approved Future Development B. Study Area Roadway System 1. Area of Significant Traffic Impact 2. Master Plan of Arterial Highways III. PROJECTED TRAFFIC..................................................................................... 21 A. Site Traffic 1. Trip Generation 2. Trip Distribution 3. Modal Split 4. Trip Assignment B. Future Traffic 1. Opening Year (2004) Traffic IV. TRAFFIC ANALYSIS....................................................................................... 33 A. Level of Service at Existing Conditions 1. ICU 2. V/C Ratio B. Level Of Service at Existing Plus Project Conditions 1. ICU 2. V/C Ratio C. Level of Service at Opening Year (2004) Without Project 1. ICU 2. V/C Ratio D. Level of Service nt Opening Year (2004) With Project 1. ICU and HCM 2. V/C Ratio E. Project Significance Impact to Intersections and Roadway Segments 1. Intersections 2. Roadway Segments F. Project Traffic Contribution V. RECOMMENDATIONS...................................................................................... 51 A. Site Access B. Roadway Imps ements 1. Off -Site 2. On -Site APPENDICES LEVEL OF SERVICE DESCRIPTION......................................................................... A TRAFFIC COUNT WORKSHEETS.............................................................................. B ICU CALCULATIONS - EXISTING.............................................................................. C ICU CALCULATIONS - EXIST'NG PLUS PROJECT .................................................... D ICU CALCULATIONS - OPEN'NG YEAR (2004) WITHOUT PROJECT .................... E ICU CALCULATIONS - OPEN!NG YEAR (2004) WITH PROJECT ............................. F LIST OF EXHIBITS EXHIBIT PAGE A LOCATION MAP..................................................................................... 2 BSITE PLAN............................................................................................... 3 C OPENING YEAR CIRCULATION RECOMMENDATIONS .................... 12 D PARKING LOT RECONFIGURATION................................................... 13 E CUMULATIVE PROJECTS..................................................................... 16 F EXISTING NUMBER OF THROUGH LANES AND INTERSECTION CONTROLS....................................................... 18 G EXISTING TRAFFIC VOLUMES............................................................ 19 H CITY OF DIAMOND BAR GENERAL PLAN CIRCULATION ELEMENT...................................................................... 20 1 PROJECT OUTBOUND TRIP DISTRIBUTION ...................................... 26 J PROJECT INBOUND TRIP DISTRIBUTION .......................................... 27 K CUMULATIVE PROJECTS TRIP DISTRIBUTION ................................. 28 L PROJECT TRAFFIC VOLUMES........................................................... 29 M OPENING YEAR (2004) WITHOUT PROJECT TRAFFIC VOLUMES............................................................ 31 N OPENING YEAR (2004) WITH PROJECT TRAFFIC VOLUMES............................................................ 32 LIST OF TABLES TABLE PAGE 1 PROJECT TRIP GENERATION RATES ............................................... 22 2 PROJECT TRIP GENERATION............................................................. 23 3 CUMULATIVE PROJECTS TRIP GENERATION .................................. 24 4 EXISTING INTERSECTION LEVELS OF SERVICE WITH EXISTING LANE CONFIGURATIONS ........................................ 34 5 EXISTING ROADWAY VOLUME TO CAPACITY RATIO ...................... 35 6 EXISTING PLUS PROJECT INTERSECTION LEVELSOF SERVICE............................................................................ 36 7 EXISTING PLUS PROJECT ROADWAY VOLUME TO CAPACITY RATIO............................................................ 38 8 OPENING YEAR (2004) WITHOUT PROJECT INTERSECTION LEVELS OF SERVICE ................................................ 39 9 OPENING YEAR (2004) WITHOUT PROJECT ROADWAY VOLUME TO CAPACITY RATIO ........................................ 41 10 OPENING YEAR (2004) WITH PROJECT INTERSECTION LEVELS OF SERVICE ................................................ 42 11 OPENING YEAR (2004) WITH PROJECT ROADWAY VOLUME TO CAPACITY RATIO ........................................ 44 12 OPENING YEAR (2004) PROJECT INTERSECTION LEVELS OF SERVICE SIGNIFICANCE EVALUATION ......................... 46 13 OPENING YEAR (2004) PROJECT ROADWAY VOLUME TO CAPACITY RATIO SIGNIFICANCE EVALUATION ............................... 47 14 PROJECT TRAFFIC CONTRIBUTION.................................................. 49 15 PROJECT ROADWAY IMPROVEMENT CONTRIBUTION SHARES..................................................................... 50 EXTENDED STAY AMERICA TRAFFIC IMPACT ANALYSIS DIAMOND BAR, CALIFORNIA I. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY A. Project Description The proposed project consists of a 166 -room business hotel, three (3) freestanding restaurants and one office/retail building pad. The site is currently occupied with a recreation vehicle storage facility. The project location is shown in Exhibit A. The site plan for the project is illustrated in Exhibit B. B. Purpose of Report and Study Objectives The purpose of this trvffic impact analysis is to evaluate the development of the Extended Stay America project from a traffic circulation standpoint. Study objectives include (1) documentation of existing traffic conditions in the vicinity of the site; (2) calculation of the existing plus project conditions; (3) calculation of the Opening Year (2004) traffic conditions without and with the project; (4) evaluation of ingress/egress points for the development; and (5) determination of on-site and off-site improvements and system management actions needed to achieve City of Diamond Bar level of service requirements. C. Site Location The project site is located on the east side of Brea Canyon Road between Lycoming Street and the State Route 60 (SR -60) westbound off -ramp in the City of Diamond Bar, Exhibit A illustrates the traffic analysis study area which was established in discussions with City of Diamond Bar staff. D. Study Area and Methodology The study area includes the following intersections: Brea Canyon Road (NS) at: • Lycoming Street (EV) 1 • SR -60 Westbound Ramps (EW) • Golden Springs Drive (EW) • West Project Driveway (EW) SR -60 Eastbound Ramps (NS) at: • Golden Springs Drive (EW) Northerly Project Driveway (NS) at: • Lycoming Street (EW) 1. ICU Method The technique used to assess the operation of an intersection is known as Intersection Capacity Utilization (ICU). To calculate an ICU the volume of traffic using the intersection is compared with the capacity of the intersection. ICU is usually expressed as a percent. The percent represents that portion of the hour required to provide sufficient capacity to accommodate all intersection traffic if all approaches operate at capacity. An explanation of Level of Service is included in Appendix "A". Calculation Method: a. Intersection Capacity Utilization (ICU) for study area intersections; b. Saturation Flow Rate: Saturation flow value of 1,600 vehicles per lane per hour for through lanes, 1,F00 vehicles per hour for single turn lanes and 2,880 for dual turn lanes; no adjustments are used for protected movements with dedicated lanes (including both right and left turns). c. Clearance Internal: A clearance interval factor of 10% (0.10) is applied to the ICU calculations. S no e. f E Level of Service Ranges: The following thresholds are used in assigning a letter value to the resulting LOS: CRITICAL VOLUME TO LOS CAPACITY RATIO A 0.00-0.60 B 0.61-0.70 C 0.71-0.80 D 0.81 - 0.90' E 0.91 - 1.00 F >1.00 Peak -Periods: Weekday peak -hour analysis periods are defined as follows: 7:00 to 9:00 AM 4:00 to 6:00 PM Peak -Hour: The highest one-hour period in both the AM and PM peak periods, as determ°ned by four consecutive 15 -minute count periods are used in the ICU calculations. Both AM and PM peak hours are studied. Peak -Hour Data Consistency: Variations in peak -hour volumes can affect LOS calculations because they vary from day-to-day. To minimize these variations, no counts are taken on Mondays, Fridays, holidays or weekends. The traffic count worksheets for this study is included in Appendix "B". E h. Right Turn Movements: If the distance from the edge of the outside through lane is at least 19 feet and parking is prohibited during the peak period, right turning vehicles may be assumed to utilize this "unofficial' right turn lane. Otherwise, all right turn traffic is assigned to the through lane. If a right turn lane exists, right turn activity is checked for conflicts with other critical movements. It is assumed that right turn movements are accommodated during non -conflicting left turn phases (e.g., northbound right turns during westbound left turn phase), as well as non -conflicting through flows (e.g., northbound right turn movements and north/south through flows). Right turn movements become critical when conflicting movements (e.g., northbound right turns, southbound left turns, and eastbound through flows) represent a sum of WC ratios which are greater than the normal through/left turn critical movements. 2. HCM Method However, ICU method is not an appropriate method for analyzing an unsignalized intersection. Since the intersection of the project driveways at Brea Canyon Road and Lycoming Street are unsignalized intersections, another analysis method is needed. Therefore, the HCM (Highway Capacity Manual) method is also used in this study. The HCM method evaluates the average delay per vehicle at the intersections. The current technical guide to the evaluation of average delay is the Highway Capacity Manual (HCM) 2000. HCM 2000 defines level of service as a qualitative measure which describes operational conditions within a traffic stream, generally in terms of such factors as speed and travel time, freedom to maneuver, traffic interruptions, comfort and convenience, and safety. The criteria used to evaluate LOS (Level of Service) conditions vary based on the type of roadway and whether the traffic flow is considered interrupted or uninterrupted. The definitions of level of service for uninterrupted flow (flow unrestrained by the existence of traffic control devices) are: 0 • LOS "A" represents free flow. Individual users are virtually unaffected by the presence of others in the traffic stream. • LOS "B" is in the range of stable flow, but the presence of other users in the traffic stream begins to be noticeable. Freedom to select desired speeds is relatively unaffected, but there is a slight decline in the freedom to maneuver. • LOS "C" is in the range of stable flow, but marks the beginning of the range of flow in which the operation of individual users becomes significantly affected by interactions with others in the traffic stream. • LOS "D" represents high-density but stable flow. Speed and freedom to maneuver are severely restricted, and the driver experiences a generally poor level of comfort and convenience. • LOS "E" represents operating conditions at or near the capacity level. All speeds are reduced to a low, but relatively uniform value. Small increases in flow will cause breakdowns in traffic movement. • LOS "F" is used to define forced or breakdown flow. This condition exists wherever the amount of traffic approaching a point exceeds the amount which can traverse the point. Queues form behind such locations. The definitions of level of service for interrupted traffic flow (flow restrained by the existence of traffic signals and other traffic control devices) differ slightly depending on the type of traffic control. The level of service is typically dependent on the quality of traffic flow at the intersections along a roadway. Highway Capacity Manual (HCM) 2000 methodology expresses the level of service at an intersection in terms of delay time for the various intersection approaches. The HCM uses different procedures depending on the type of intersection control. 7 151 Study area intersections which are stop sign controlled with stop control on the minor street only have been analyzed using the unsignalized intersection methodology of the HCM. For these intersections, the calculation of level of service is dependent on the occurrence of gaps occurring in the traffic flow of the main street. Using data collected describing the intersection configuration and traffic volumes at this location, the level of service has been calculated. The level of services for cross -street stop control intersections are defined as follows: LEVEL OF SERVICE AVERAGE CONTROL DELAY A 0-10 B > 10 - 15 C > 15-25 D >25-35 E > 35 - 50 F > 50 Roadway Link V/C Ratio In addition to intersection analysis, the roadways in the vicinity of the project site have been analyzed by volume -to -capacity (V/C) ratio. The City of Diamond Bar requires Level of Service "C" (V/C = 0.80) as its evaluation criteria for roadway segment analysis. The following summarizes the daily traffic capacities for different types roadways: TYPE OF ROADWAY 6 Lanes Divided 4 Lanes Divided 4 Lanes Undivided 2 Lanes Undivided Local Road E MAXIMUM DAILY CAPACITY 56,300 vehicles per day 37,500 vehicles per day 25,000 vehicles per day 12,500 vehicles per day 3,100 vehicles per day E. Principal Findings 1. The proposed development is projected to generate approximately 3,936 trip -ends per day with 287 vehicles per hour during the AM peak hour and 306 vehicles per hour during the PM peak hour. Taking into consideration pass -by trips for the various uses, the project is expected to generate a total of approximately 1,954 new trip -ends per day with 148 vehicles per hour during the AM peak hour and 158 vehicles per hour during the PM peak hour. 2. For existing traffic conditions, the study area intersections are operating at Level of Service 'D" or better during the peak hours, except at Golden Springs Drive and Brea Canyon Road. All roadway links in the study area are currently have V/C ratios better than 0.80 except for Golden Springs Drive east of Brea Canyon Road. 3. For existing plus project conditions, all study area intersections are projected to operate at Level of Service "D" or better with the exception of Brea Canyon Road at the SR -60 westbound ramp which is projected to operate at Level of Service "D" during the AM peak hour and Level of Service "E" during the PM peak hour and at the intersection of Brea Canyon Road, at Golden Springs Drive, which is projected to operate at Level of Service "E" during the AM peak hour and Level of Service "F" during the PM peak hour. 4. For Opening Year (2004) without project traffic conditions all of the study area intersections are projected to operate at Level of Service "E" or worse during the peak hours with existing lane configurations. All the roadway links are projected to have V/C ratios better than 0.80 except for Brea Canyon Road from SR -60 westbound ramps and to north of Lycoming Street and Goldon Springs Drive from SR -60 eastbound ramps to east of Brea Canyon Road. I 5. For Opening Year (2004) with project traffic conditions, the study area intersections are projected to operate at Level of Service "E" or worse during the peak hours with existing lane configurations with the exception of the project driveways. All the roadway links are projected to have V/C ratios better than 0.80 except the following roadway segments: • Brea Canyon Road north of SR -60 westbound ramps • Golden Springs Drive east of Brea Canyon Road 6. The addition of the project traffic produces an increase of more than 0.02 in the ICU value (significant impact) for Opening Year (2004) at only one intersection. As shown in Table 13, the project does have a significant traffic impact at the intersection of Brea Canyon Road at Lycoming Street. Therefore, the project should contribute to the improvements to that study area intersection. 7. Based on the roadway segment analysis, the addition of the project traffic produces an increase of more than 0.02 in the V/C ratio value (significant impact) at one location (Brea Canyon Road north of SR -60 westbound ramps). Therefore, the project creates significant traffic impact at this one roadway segment and the project should contribute to this improvement. 8. For Opening Year (2004) with project traffic conditions, the study area intersections are projected to operate at unacceptable level of service during the peak hours with existing lane configurations. However, with the recommended street improvements, all the study area intersections are projected to operate at Level of Service "D" or better. Most of the roadway links are projected to have V/C ratios better than 0.80 except the following roadway segments, in which they are projected to be over -capacity: • Brea Canyon Road north of SR -60 westbound ramps to north of 1_ycoming Street • Go!den Springs Drive between SR -60 eastbound ramps to east of Brea Canyon Road. 10 9. Based on the HCM intersection analysis, the unsignalized intersections of west and north project driveways are projected to operate at acceptable level of service for Opening Year (2004) with project traffic conditions. 10. This traffic study is in compliance with the traffic study requirements for the Los Angeles County CMP (Congestion Management Program). The level of service standards utilized in this study, are equal to or more conservative than the CMP standards. F. Project Recommendations The Opening Year circulation recommendations are summarized in Exhibits C and D. 1. The proposed project will have one access driveway on Brea Canyon Road and one on Lycoming Street north. The westerly and northerly project driveways should be stop -controlled with minimum widths of 30 feet. The west project driveway should be restricted to right-in/right-out and left -in access with raised median channelization along Brea Canyon Road. Project recommendations are shown in Exhibit C. The north driveway should be a full access as shown in Exhibit D. 2. The project should contribute on a fair -share basis to the following intersection improvements recommended for the Opening Year conditions (see Exhibit C): a. For the intersection of Lycoming Street at Brea Canyon Road: • Provide a westbound left turn lane This improvement is feasible by restriping Lycoming Street to have a two-way left turn median. 11 3. Restripe Brea Canyon Road from the westbound SR -60 Freeway off -ramp to Lycoming Street to provide three (3) lanes in each direction. 4. Traffic signing/striping should be implemented in conjunction with detailed construction plans for the project. See Exhibit D for recommended location of stop signs. 5. Sight distance at the project access driveways should be reviewed with respect to City of Diamond Bar sight distance standards in conjunction with the preparation of precise grading and landscape plans. im II. SETTING A. Land Use 1. Existing Land Uses The site is currently a recreation vehicle storage facility. Adjacent uses include the follovOng: North - Fast food restaurant South - Freeway (SR -60) East - Flood Control Channel West - Residential development 2. Approved Future Development Pursuant to conversations with cities of Diamond Bar and Industry staff, there are three (3) approved future developments in the vicinity of the project site in the City of Industry. These projects are shown in Exhibit E. B. Study Area Roadway System 1. Area of Significant Traffic Impact Existing roadways in the study area include Lycoming Street, .Brea Canyon Road and Golden Springs Drive. Lycoming Street is currently a two lane divided roadway, and it is classified as a Collector roadway (64 foot right-of-way). Brea Canyon Road is currently a four lane divided roadway, and it is classified as a Major arterial (100 foot right-of-way) north of Golden Springs Drive and a Secondary arterial (80 foot right-of-way) south of Golden Springs Drive. 15 Golden Springs Drive is currently a four lane divided roadway, and it is classified as a Secondary arterial (80 foot right-of-way) in the vicinity of the project site. The following intersections within the study area have been identified for analysis through discussions with City of Diamond Bar staff: Brea Canyon Road (NS) at: • Lycoming Street (EW) SR -60 Westbound Ramps (EW) • Golden Springs Drive (EW) • West Project Driveway (EW) SR -60 Eastbound Ramps (NS) at: • Golden Springs Drive (EW) Northerly Project Driveway (NS) at: • Lycoming Street (EW) Exhibit F identifies the existing roadway conditions for study area roadways. The number of through travel lanes for existing roadways and the existing intersection controls are identified in Exhibit F. The existing traffic volumes in the area are shown in Exhibit G. 2. Master Plan of Arterial Highways Existing and future roadways are included in the City of Diamond Bar Circulation Element and are shown on Exhibit H. 17 III. PROJECTED TRAFFIC A. Site Traffic 1. Trip Generation Trip generation represents the amount of traffic which is attracted and produced by a development. Trip generation for this project has been based upon the specific land uses which is planned for the development. The proposed project consists of a__166 -room business hotel, three freestanding restaurants and one office/retail building pad. The site is currently occupied with a recreation vehicle storage facility. Trip generation rates for this project are shown in Table 1. The trip generation rates are based upon data developed by the Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE). The current RV storage facility generates nominal traffic. Both daily and peak -hour trip generation for the proposed project are shown in Table 2. The proposed development is projected to generate approximately 3,936 trip -ends per day with 287 vehicles per hour during the AM peak hour and 306 vehicles per hour during the PM peak hour. With pass -by trips for the various uses, the project is expected to generate a total of approximately 1,954 new trip -ends per day with 148 vehicles per hour during the AM peak hour and 157 vehicles per hour during the PM peak hour. The traffic study has not taken any credit for the trips generated from the existing RV storage facility. Therefore, this represents a conservative traffic impact assessment. Trip generation for approved future cumulative projects in the area, which are expected to be completed by Year 2004, are shown in Table 3. 2. Trip Distribution Trip distribution represents the directional orientation of traffic to and from the project site. Trip distribution is heavily influenced by the geographical location of the site, the proximity to the. regional freeway system, 21 employment, commercial and community facilities. The directional orientation of traffic was determined by evaluating existing and proposed land uses within the community and existing traffic volumes. Trip distributions for this study have been based upon near-term conditions, based upon those highway facilities which are in place. The outbound and inbound trip distribution patterns for the project are graphically depicted on Exhibits I and J, respectively. The trip distributions for cumulative projects are shown in Exhibit K. 3. Modal Split The traffic reducing potential of public transit has not been considered in this report. Essentially the traffic projections are "conservative" in that public transit might be able to reduce the traffic volumes. Currently, Golden Springs Road is served by the Foothill Transit route 482 buses. 4. Trip Assignment The assignment of traffic from the site to the adjoining roadway system has been based upon the site's trip generation, trip distributions, proposed arterial highway and local street systems. Project related daily traffic volumes and the project AM and PM peak hour intersection turning movements are shown on Exhibit L. B. Future Traffic 1. Opening Year (2004) Traffic To account for areawide growth on roadways, Opening Year traffic volumes have been calculated based on a 2 percent annual growth rate of existing traffic volumes over a three and -a -half year period (1998-2002). Areawide growth has been derived from the comparison of the 1998 counts conducted by RKJK & Associates, Inc. and 2002 traffic counts conducted for RK ENGINEERING GROUP, INC. Total growth rate over two years is approximately 4%. 25 Areawide growth plus cumulative project traffic has been added,to existing daily and peak hour traffic volumes on surrounding roadways, in addition to traffic generated by the project. Existing traffic volumes are shown on Exhibit G, and they are based on manual AM and PM peak hour turning movement counts conducted for RK ENGINEERING GROUP, INC. in February, 2002. Traffic count worksheets are included in Appendix "B". The roadway average daily traffic (ADT) volumes have been estimated by RK ENGINEERING GROUP, INC. using the following formula for each intersection leg: PM Peak Hour (Approach + Exit Volumes) ` 10 = Daily Leg Volume The formula is based on the assumption that 10% of the daily traffic occur during PM peak hour. Exhibit M shows the traffic volumes which can be expected for Opening Year (2004) without project traffic conditions. Exhibit N shows the traffic volumes which can be expected for Opening Year (2004) with project traffic conditions. 30 IV. TRAFFIC ANALYSIS A. Level of Service at Existing Conditions 1. ICU Intersection Capacity Utilization (ICU) for existing traffic conditions have been calculated and are shown in Table 4. The ICU are based on manual AM and PM peak hour turning movement counts conducted for RK ENGINEERING GROUP, INC. in February, 2002 (see Exhibit J). Traffic count worksheets are included in Appendix "B". Table 4 summarizes existing ICU's at the study area intersections with existing lane configurations. As shown on Table 4, the study area intersections are currently operating at Level of Service "D" or better during the peak hours, except for Golden Springs Drive and Brea Canyon Road with existing lane configurations. ICU calculation worksheets are included in Appendix "C". 2. V/C Ratio Table 5 summarizes the existing volume -to -capacity (V/C) ratio of the roadways in the vicinity of the project site. As shown on Table 5, all the roadway links currently have V/C ratios better than 0.80 except for Golden Springs Drive east of Brea Canyon Road. B. Level of Service at Existing Plus Project Conditions 1. ICU Intersection Capacity Utilization ICU for existing plus project conditions have been calculated and are shown in Table 6. As shown in Table 6 the study area intersections are currently operating at Level of Service "D" or better during the peak hours, except for the intersection of Brea Canyon Road at SR -60 westbound ramps, and Brea Canyon Road at Golden Springs Drive. ICU calculations are included in Appendix "C". 33 2. V/C Ratio Table 7 summarizes the existing plus project volume capacity ratio of roadways in the vicinity of the project. As shown in Table 7, all the roadway links currently have V/C ratios better than 0.80 except for Golden Springs Drive east of Brea Canyon Road. C. Level of Service at Opening Year (2004) Without Project 1. ICU ICU for Opening Year (2004) without project traffic conditions have been calculated and are shown in Table 8. Table 8 summarizes ICU's at the study area intersections with existing lane configurations. Opening Year (2004) AM and PM peak hour turning movement volumes without the project are shown on Exhibit M. As shown in Table 8, most study area intersections are projected to operate at Level of Serv;;e "E" or worse during the peak hours, with existing lane configurations. ICU calculation worksheets are included in Appendix "E". There are three (3) intersections which would require improvements to achieve Level of Service "D" or better for Opening Year 2004 without project as shown in Table 8. Potential improvements required to achieve Level of Service "D" or better are shown on Table 8. These improvements would include the addition of an additional westbound left turn lane on the SR -60 westbound ramp and a free right turn on southbound Brea Canyon at Golden Springs. These additional lanes would require substantial improvements and modification to existing roadway and adjacent land uses, including additional right-of-way. However, it should be noted, that as discussed in the next section of this report, the project does not have a significant impact to either of these two intersections. In order to achieve Level of Service "D" or better at the intersection, significant improvements are required at tlese two intersections, which would require detailed design evaluation to de',rmine the precise impact to the adjacent land uses. 37 2. V/C Ratio Table 9 summarizes the V/C ratio of the surrounding roadways for the Opening Year (2004) without project traffic conditions. As shown on Table 9, all the roadway links are projected to have V/C ratios better than 0.80 except Brea Canyon Road north of SR -60 westbound ramps, Brea Canyon Road north of Lycoming Street and Golden Springs Drive east of SR -60 eastbound ramps and east of Brea Canyon Road. D. Level of Service at Opening Year (2004) With Project 1. ICU and HCM ICU and HCM (Highway Capacity Manual) intersection delays for Opening Year (2004) with project traffic conditions have been calculated and are shown in Table 10. Table 10 summarizes ICU's and HCM intersection delays at the study area intersections with existing lane configurations and with improvements. Opening Year (2004) AM and PM peak hour turning movement volumes with the project are shown on Exhibit N. As shown in Table 10, most of the study area intersections are projected to operate at Level of Service "D" or worse during the peak hours, with existing lane configurations. The improvements required to met Level of Service "D" or better are also shown in Table 10. ICU and HCM calculation worksheets are included in Appendix "F" There are three (3) intersection which would require increments to achieve Level of Service "D" or better for Opening Year 2004 without project as shown in Table 10. Potential improvements require to achieve Level of Service "D" or better are shown on Table 10. These improvements would include the addition of an additional westbound left turn lane on the SR -60 westbound ramp and a free right turn on southbound Brea Canyon at Golden Springs. These additional lanes would require substantial improvements and modification to existing roadway and adjacent land uses. It should be noted, however, that as discussed in the next section that the project does not have a significant impact to either of these two ED] intersections. In order to achieve Level of Service "D" or better at the intersection, significant improvements are required at these intersections. The improvements necessary to achieve Level of Service "D" or better at the three intersections is as follows: SR -60 EB Ramps (NS) at: • Golden Springs Drive (EVV) Convert the existing westbound right turn lane to a "free' right turn lane. Brea Canyon Road (NS) at: • Lycoming Street (EW) Stripe an additional southbound through lane on Brea Canyon Road and stripe a westbound left turn lane on Lycoming Street. • Golden Springs Drive (EV) Convert the existing southbound right turn lane to a "free" right turn lane. Provide northbound right turn overlap phasing and restripe to provide and additional eastbound through lane. As noted on Page 37 of this report, the first and third improvements mentioned above would require significant changes to the existing intersections. However, the project does not have a significant impact to these intersections. 2. V/C Ratio Table 11 summarizes the V/C ratio of the surrounding roadways for the Opening Year (2004) with project traffic conditions. As shown on Table 11, roadway links which are projected to have V/C ratios worse than 0.80 are as follows: • Brea Canyon Road north of SR -60 westbound ramps • Brea Canyon Road north of Lycoming Street 43 • Golden Springs Drive between SR -60 eastbound ramps and Brea Canyon Road • Golden Springs Drive east of Brea Canyon Road E. Project Significance Impact to Intersections and Roadway Segments 1. Intersections In order for the project to have a significant impact it has to increase the ICU by 0.02. An assessment of the Opening Year 2004 with project intersections level of service with and without the project is shown in Table 12. The project will not have a significant impact to most intersections within the study area. As shown in Table 12, the only intersection which the project would increase the ICU by more than 0.02 is the intersection of Brea Canyon Road and Lycoming Street. This intersection would need modification to achieve Level of Service "D" or better during the PM peak hour. 2. Roadway Segments In order for the project to cause a significant impact the project has to change the V/C ratio of roadway segments by more than 0.02. A summary or the Opening Year 2004 project significant evaluation is included in Table 13. As shown in Table 13, the project does not contribute a significant traffic impact to roadway segments with the exception of Brea Canyon Road north of SR -60 westbound ramp and Lycoming Street, east of Brea Canyon Road. Lycoming Street east of Brea Canyon Road is operating significantly under its design capacity and does not require any improvements. Brea Canyon Road north of westbound ramp, adjacent to the project is over its design capacity of this roadway. Restriping Brea Canyon Road to provide three (3) lanes in each direction will mitigate this situation. Additionally, the proposed raised median to be constructed by the project from the westbound ramps to Lycoming Stmet would control access in this area and further mitigate this situation in conjunction with the restriping to provide these lanes in each direction. %I F. Proiect Traffic Contribution The project fair share contributions have been calculated for the study area intersections. The project share of intersection improvements has been based on the proportion of project peak hour traffic volumes contributed to the intersection relative to the total new peak hour Opening Year (2004) traffic volumes. Table 14 presents a summary of the project traffic contribution to the study area intersections and also identifies whether the project has a significant impact to the intersection. The only intersection which the project has a significant impact that requires improvements is Brea Canyon Road at Lycoming Street. The project's fair share percent contribution to this intersection is 17.3% during the AM peak hour and 16.3% during the PM peak hours. Table 15 summarizes the project traffic contribution to significantly impacted intersections. m V. RECOMMENDATIONS A. Site Access The Opening Year circulation recommendations are summarized in Exhibit C and Exhibit D. 1. The proposed project will have one access driveway on Brea Canyon Road and one access to Lycoming Street through the existing restaurant. 2. The Brea Canyon access could be a right-in/right-out and left turn access. In order to prevent left turns out of the project on to Brea Canyon Road a raised median is recommended along Brea Canyon Road from the westerly SR -60 ramp to Lycoming Street. The raised median should include a 50 -foot southbound left turn pocket into the proposed Brea Canyon Road driveway. The driveway should have a minimum width of 30 feet and be a curb return type driveway, with a curb return radius of 30 feet. 3. The Lycoming Street driveway should occur at the existing location of the restaurant driveway. It is recommended that stop signs be installed as shown in Exhibit D to better control traffic within the driveway. Both of the projects driveways should be stop sign controled at Brea Canyon Road and Lycoming Street. B. Roadway Improvements 1. Off -Site For Opening Year (2004) traffic conditions with the project and with existing lane configurations, some of the study area intersections are projected to operate at less than Level of Service "D". The only intersection that the project will have a significant impact is the intersection of Brea Canyon Road at Lycoming Street. In order to mitigate intersection, a westbound left turn lane is required on Lycoming Street to accommodate the AM/PM peak hour traffic volume. The project should provide a fair share contribution of between 16.3 to 17.3% of improvement costs for this modification. The 611 project will not have a significant impact to other study area intersections for Year 2004 conditions. The project's restriping of Brea Canyon Road to three (3) lanes in each direction and construction of a raised median along Brea Canyon Road from the SR -60 westbound ramps to Lycoming Street will mitigate the project's V/C ratio of this roadway segment. 2. On -Site a. Traffic signing/striping should be implemented in conjunction with detailed construction plans for the project. b. Sight distances at the project access driveways should be reviewed with respect to City of Diamond Bar sight distance standards in conjunction with the preparation of precise grading and landscape plans. C. Provide a northbound right turn lane into the project driveway on Brea Canyon Road. 52 APPENDIX A LEVEL OF SERVICE DESCRIPTION APPENDIX B TRAFFIC COUNT WORKSHEETS MQUA I am ICU CALCULATIONS - EXISTING APPENDIX D ICU CALCULATIONS - EXISTING PLUS PROJECT APPENDIX E ICU CALCULATIONS - OPENING YEAR (2004) WITHOUT PROJECT APPENDIX F ICU CALCULATIONS - OPENING YEAR (2004) WITH PROJECT 21825 E. COPLEY DRIVE (INSIDE GO 'ERNMENT CENTER) DIAMOND —A. CA 91765 • gg09 396 5676 FAX 909 8613117 SUMIJIVIJIUN "FLICATI Rjr(`FW» MAY 2 8'2002 Record Owner pplicant - 11, IIY: Name st nes � (Last name &110 �� (L+st aamo fust) Address 2 ySlo �%ac+�aro $t• Z.T25'G' �irGr At/Li Phone ()'4 ss - Z z93 Photte( ?R,x- srt9 FPL X Deposit $ ReceiptN By Date Re:'d Applicant's Agent ?u1�iA/ot, /y%rio (Last name fiat) 9z� a6 Phok iy M-76 yy NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to notify the Community Development Director in writing of any change of the principals involved during the processing of this ease. . (Attach separate sheet, if neonam, including names, addresses, and signatures of members of paRnerahips, joint ventures, and directors of corporations.) ConsentI eertj�y lam con ojgo herein described property and permit the gppAeaot to Jik this request Sign 6F ... Date (All owners) �� �. �. LG ► — Certj%readon: I, the undersigned, hereby cen* ander penahy 0jp*&7 that the Wormadon herein provided is cornet to the best of my knowledge. PrintNam:A&/`/O /Gt�iy (Applicant or Agent) Sign Date S G p7i (App cant or Agent) ' Location (Street address or tract and Int number) between -60 FrG moi_ is (-s---,A and (Street)(Scrod) zoning M / — PD- t3� HNM Previous Casts _ 1✓0r✓ta Present Use of Site r h z 1 r . - Use applied for Domestic Water Source N -j� // �• Method of Sewage Disposal _2 % -%rp �, �< �jGUriiA'� Sanitation DistrialC A, �N r �joN �/S /// I Grading of Lots by Applicant? "5S V' NO Amour ,N lAJOW1,V A7' (Show necessary grading desigL . site plan or tent. map) LEGAL DESCRIPTION (All ownership comprising the proposed lots/project) If petitioning for zone change, attach legal description of exterior boundaries of area subject to the change.) Soc A /-TLAGLS act Project Site: 2/,013 3 Gro 0 A, l }. Tentative Map Number _ TR.4oT f.6 3 z o6�J; )31< 9 2 y Py Lots: Existing i Proposed i Area devoted to : Structures '70 63$' Open Space /9 Gni 2 - Residential Residential project and Gross Area No. of floors Proposed Density Units/Acre Number and types of Units Residential Parking: Type Required Provided Total INSTRUCTIONS FOR SUBDIVISION APPLICATION A. APPLICATION: Complete and submit one (1) copy of the Subdivision application. If a Subdivision map is submitted with any number of other requests, submit the appropriate materials that accompany each request. Appointment to file: In order to file a 'Subdivision Application' please call and make an appointment. Making an appointment will assure that someone is available to review the case material for completeness and accuracy. Planning Division, 21660 E. Copley Dr., Suite 190, Diamond Bar, CA 91765, (909) 396- 5676. 1. The Subdivisions Application form MUST either be signed by the owner(s) of the subject property or the application must present a statement signed by the property owner(s) giving him the right to file the case. Purchaser in Escrow is not acceptable. 2. Zone may be identified on the House Numbering Map. 3. HNM—House Numbering Map. 5. Use applied for - Describe the proposed project in detail—the nature of the business, occupation or purpose for which the structure or improvement or premises are to be used and what is to be done on or with the property in the way of additional improvements. 6. Traci or parcel map number shall be obtained from Department of Public Works, 900 South Freemont Avenue, Alhambra, CA 91801 (818) 458-4930. Write the map number on all items submitted. 7. Domestic Water Source and Method of Sawage Disposal should specify type of source, name of service agency and district. B. Legal Description: A separate complete legal descriptidn MUST be typed on or attached to EACH form requiring a legal description. C. Land Use Vicinity Maps: Maps aro to be the scale of one (1) inch m 100 feet, (except for very large areas requiring a map of more than 9 square feet) showing all surrounding uses, streets, highways, alleys, rights - of -ways and lot cuts. This map shall include applicant's property with dimensions and all surrounding property within a radius of 700 feet from the exterior boundaries. Outline subject property on all copies of the map. A margin should be left around the edges of the map after drawing the 700 foot radius. D. Initial Study: The California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) requires a review of your proposed project for possible environmental impacts. This Initial Study process is intended to determine the type of environmental documentation necessary to have your project considered by the City. The Initial Study consists of a completed questionnaire and other materialwhich you must provide and an analysis of Potential impacts prepared by staff—often with the input from reviewing agencies with special expertise. This process can be expedited with your cooperation. See instructions for completing Initial Study Questionnaire. Environmental Information Form for Residential Projects - complete along with the Initial Study This information will be reviewed to prepare the Environmental Determination. The rear portion Of this form is for staff use only. E. Tentative Maps: shall be on one sheet and shall be on white back -ground prints. Engineers scale shall be 1' = 100', or that will adequately show the proposed development. The overall dimensions of the map should not exceed 36' x 42', as oversize maps may not be accepted. Maps" be folded no larger than 8' x 14' with map number showing on front. "' — --"° — —, a,.w,.,ut lancte two unu, cenufeu to 0o wrre t 0) aufowut, of namrs a0u addresses of all persons shown on latest assessment roll as owners or Subject property and of property within a distance of 50 of radius from all boundaries of proposed It division. Include the names and addresses of the applicant, agents and owners. If the project is a condo conversion, also submit on gummed labels one list, certified to be correct by affidavit, of names and addresses of all tenants of the project. H. Ownership Map - Submit one copy of a map indicating location of ownerships within a 500 foot radius of subject property. Scale: 1' 100 feet. I• Assessor Maps - Submit two prints of the most recent Assessor Map Book page or pages covering the proposed division of land. J. Affidavit - Submit one copy of an affidavit certifying under penalty of perjury pursuant to Section 2015.5 of the Code of Civil Procedure that all existing easements of record areshown on the tentative map. K. Oak Tree Statement: Under Section 22.56.2050 (Oak Tree Permits), a person shall not cut, destroy, remove, relocate, inflict damage, or encroach into the protected Zone (5' from the drip line) of any tree of the oak tree genus without fust obtaining a permit. Damage includes but is not limited to: burning, application of toxic is substances, pruning or cutting, trenching, excavating, paving, operation of machinery or equipment, changing of the natural grade. See Oak Tree Application for requirements. L. United States Geological Services Quad Sheet with project site plotted on the map. M. Photos of subject property and key diagram. N. 2 copies of a Title Report that is less than 30 days old. THE MATERIALS HEREWITH BEING SUBMITTED DO NOT CONSTITUTE A COMPLETE' FILING OR AN ACCEPTANCE BY THE CITY. Within 30 days from the date noted on the fee receipt, the applicant or his agent will be mailed a statement notifying him if additional materials or, information are needed. It should also be noted that additional environmental material/ data may be required before ffproject processing can begin and a public hearing meeting scheduled. The results of the staff's environmental review (Initial Study) will be sent to you as soon as possible. AT THE TIME THE INITIAL. STUDY IS COMPLETED, YOU WILL ALSO BE INFORMED OF ANY ADDITIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL FEES REQUIRED. Questions regarding the Initial Study should be directed to the Diamond Bar Planning Division. Additional injormadon may be requested by the Planning Division in order to complete the processing of his application. SUBDIVISION - CHECKLIST Tentative Maps: 30 full size folded copes and 30 reduced copies (8 1/2' X 11') Subdivision Application: 1 Slope Analysis: 10 full sive folded copies Affidavit of Easements: 1 Ownership Map Showing 500' Radius & Names: 2 fillff size copies List of Surrounding Property Owners Gnmmed labels (Self adhesive): 2 List of Surrounding Property Owners on Separate Sheet: I Surrounding Property Owners Certified by Affidavit: 1 Tenants Notification Agreement (if applicable): I Land Use Vicinity Map Showing 700' Radius: I full size copy and 30 reduced copies (8 1/2' X 11') Environmental Documentation Initial Study Questionnaire - one copy. Photographs - two sets with key diagram. Plot plans where appropriate, with contours showing: 1. Grading for proposed buildable sites and access. 2• Location, species name, size and condition of oak trees and other significant trees, or a letter indicating that no such trees are on the site. Environments! Information Forn for Residential Projects'- one copy USGS Quad Sheet with Land Division Plotted: 1 (original not photocopy) Oak Tree Statement: I Title Report: 2 copies that are less than 30 days old. Fees: Make check or money order payable to City Of Diamond Bar. Consult staff for exact deposit required. OAK TREE STATEMENT [ ;,4 The subject property contains no oak trees. [ ] The subject property contains one or more oak trees, however the applicant anticipates that no activity (grading and/or construction) will take place within five (5) feet of the outer dripline of any oak tree. [ ] The subject property contains one or mon oak trees and the applicant states that activity (grading and/or construction) will take place within five (5) feu of the outer dripline of any oak tree. an Oak Tree Permit has been or will be applied for prior to any activity taking place on the property. (Applicant's Sigrtature) Date) ./ INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLETING -- INITIAL STUDY QUESTIONNAIRE TO THE APPLICANT: The project file must include the following exhibits, which you must provide: Initial Study Questionnaire—In completing this questionnaire, all questions should be answered as completely as possible (attach extra pages if necessary). If iequesting a land division, it should be anticipated that future development will tape place and the questionnaire completed accordingly. Preliminary grading and/or development concepts should be submitted, even if no immediate construction is anticipated. 2. Development Plan with Contours showing: a) the location and layout of the proposed development or possible pad location; b) native vegetation—including the location, spread, health and circumference (measured 4 1/2 feet above ground level) of any oak trees or other mature and heritage trees; and C) existing and proposed landscaping. Vicinity Map of appropriate scale showing the subject property in relation to nearby streets and other significant physical features. Street maps (such as Thomas Guide) in urban areas or U.S.G.S. Quad Sheets in runt areas should be used. (Quad Sheets area available at many map acorea or from the Department of the interior Geologic Survey, 300 North Los Angeles Street, Room 7638, Los Angeles— this is the Federal Building in Los Angeles Civic Center.) 4. Photographs of the site, pad locations and surrounding area. An index map keyed to the photographs should be provided, showing the location and direction of each photograph. 5. Generalized land use map of appropriate scale for the project site and surrounding properties, with uses clearly labeled. Be certain that the project number(s) is on all material (e.g. maps, photographs, questionnaire). FAILURE TO SUBMIT ALL REQUESTED MATERIALS AND TO PROVIDE COMP LETE QUESTIONNAIRE INFORMATION CAN RESULT IN DELAYS IN PROCESSING YOUR CASE. Staff Use Project No. INITIAL STUDY QUESTIONNAIRE A. GENERAL INFORMATION Pro rojject Applicant (Owner): Project Representative:_&i/111,i4 .s NAME NAMJ 0225 11,err4y A46P ��//�C►aD/r1�rJ0�•,5�•p�. S_G'L-98'!• Sg9/ 7;y. 76-/•9�S/y PHONE q PHONE/ 1. Action requested and project description: groM2SBo d bt<i nolNtyPm • �r LL 93er A:O w/TN S,4We-LIa ACe�drr-f 2. Street location of project $SO (' � Qogo 6C�vu,eC� niC 3a. 3b. 4. 5. Present use of site: E V Sfaraar �py><if .jwe 6 �yjo�/��•�o�e Previous use of site or structures: Please list all previous cases (if any) related to this project: Nowt Other related permit/approvals required. Specify type and granting agency. 6. Are you planning future phase.; of this project? Y If yes, explain: Project Area: Covered by structures, paving: %7 zt $$ Landscaping: _Z 7 g � 5 - open apace: Total Area: 9. Present zoning:1-11L 10. Water and sewer service: Domestic Public Water Sewers Does service exist at site? N © N If yes, do purveyors have capacity to meet demand of project and all other approved projects? O N N If domestic water or ub 'c sewers anot available, how will these services be provided? / o�r �rore A" a a �n /. - %lisps, Residential Projects: 11. Number and type of units: 12. Schools: What school district(s) serves the property? Are existing school facilities adequate to meet project needs? YES NO If not, what provisions will be made for additional ' classrooms? Non -Residential projects: 13. Distance to nearest residential use or sensitive use (school, hospital, etc.) 14. Number and floor area of buildings: RC%7T'//�= X1000 I2r w�,�•L!I"ANT �' 3.—�_/'r_C'G/ Z=70'O$; . i 12GSTALc�¢giv % : y 3 vo j /-/at��� (3 S4sr,l '4/7o 17,ev mee7z,.m r -c 15. Number of employees and shifts:ir("Q 16. Maximum employees per shift: 4 4 / 2 r /O 4&1+7o y 17. Operating hours: A"o�/_ 7; �pqm— // ooP/s/Z Gs P-CTa T # Z. a :T i Ifs !/: edrA.7 . 18. Identify any: End products _1j( 14 Waste produc Bi 7 ikon r iaiil / Rrpr4 arwMij�=/= 007 Means of disposal ?i'aSLi r:!ra1e •uP /N aO.VTp/nrerr 19. Do project operations use, store or produce hazardous substances such as oil, pesticides, chemicals, paints, or radioactive materials? YES If yes, explain 20. Do your operations require any presnuixed tanks? YES NO If yes, explain 21. Identify any flammable, reactive or explgsive materials to be located STo12Ar2=> ONTHis t/7 -a '.. 22. Will delivery or shipment trucks travel through residential areas to reach the nearest highway? YES NO If yes, explain __ �+...♦a til�U�tiLLG.1a1ALu\1U(�\lAl1�.�1\ Environmental Setting- ject Site a. Existing use/stmcturesV. s e. C A,4a.q,d _ F b. Topography/slopes El W r�" pNf� Az *c. Vegetation Sem 7 �V- *d. Animals k)oAIC *e. Watercourses E Culhual/historicalresourow Other 2. Environmental Setting — Surrounding Area a. Existing uses structures (types, densities): Ir -9 �� Y'�.:.�/Qreer-.$�i�tl9'�C t�sh�i�Hhct.�ra �• J(laris�-t.�on7/�7GYGl� b. Topography/slopes e?re� %�e �p'G�rao1CS/�.rr� lmn.J`�// .(A�l�ed-f eel/ o ri t ipy f— � .Cs•r 0/V �jI'a�I-H/V+�o/lJ �'!, *c. Vegetation So.s#GY *d. Animals *e. Watercourses aoo� (�o,V/ya/ �gA, f. Culttmd/historicaireso.-Mes Il1oNt3 , g. Otherst_loe.,..m�.��� Orra. i� co..,�l -�l`% �rryrq•erCW- * Answers are not required if the area does not contain ngtutal, undeveloped land. 3. Are there any major trees on the site, including oak trees? YES NO If yes, type and number: 4.Will any natural watercourses, surface now patterns, etc., be can through projxt development? YES NO If yes, explain: S. Grading: Will the project require grading? YOE NO If yes, how many cubic yards?/L/„mor - p 0' i- Will it be balanced on site? NO If not balanced, where will dirt be obtained or deposited? 6. Are there any identifiable landslides or other major geologic hazards on the property (including uncompacted fill)? YES NO If yes, explain: 7. Is the property located within a high fire hazard area (hillsides with moderately dense vegetation)? YES Distance to nearest fire station: 8. Noise: Existing noise sources at site: G5D_ r -y -e is r7 7'a Sor/ Noise to be generated by project: �i<otir8 Fumes: Odors generated by project: Could toxic fumes be generated? _/V o J: I hereby certify that the statements furnished above sad in the attached exhibits present the data and information required for this initial evaluation to the best of my ability, and that the facts, statements, and information presented aro tete and correct to the best of my (mowle ge and belief. 6 .S G Z. QM Date Si tura For: BA i I liC Vlli zvz r �Ex><iv4./ I.TAa7 A"617 iGaml, ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST FORI•r I. Background 1. Name of Applicant: `/1/Jp2 i., T,� .�.: 2. Address and Phone Number of Proponent: ell 3. Name, Address and�hone of Project Contact: 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. I. d Agency (Agency Required Checklist): Name of Proposal if applicable (Tract No. if Subdivision): Related Applications (under the authority of this environmental determination): Variance: Condition! Use Permit: Zone Change; Genera! Plan Amendment: Development Review 4: (Attach Completed Environmental Information Form) II. Environmental Impact.,. (Explanations and additional information to supplement all yes' and 'possibly' answers are required to be submitted on attached sheets) YES NO POSSIBLY 1. Earth. Will the proposal result in: a. Unstable earth conditions or changes in geologic substructures? b. Disruptions, displacements, compaction or overcovering of the soil? C. Change in topography or ground surface relief features? d• The destruction, covering or modification of any unique geologic or physical feature? e. Any increase in wind or water erosion of soils, either on or off the site? v f. Changes in deposition, erosion of stream banks or land adjacent to standing water, changes in siltation, deposition or other processes which may modify the channel of constant or intermittently flowing water as well as the areas surrounding permanent or intermittent standing water? g• Exposure of people or property to geologic hazards such as earthquakes, landslides, mudslides, ground failure, or similar hazards? 2. Air. Will the proposal result in: v a. Substantial air emissions or deterioration of ambient air quality? b. The creation of objectionable odors? v C. Alteration of air movement, moisture, or temperature, or any changes in climate, either locally or regionally? 3. Water. Will the proposal result in: a. Changes in currents or the course or direction of water movements? b• Changes in absorption rates, drainage patterns, or the rate and Mount of surface nm -off? C. Alterations of the course or flow of flood waters? it. Changes in the amount of surface water in any body of water? e. Discharge into surface waters, or in any alteration of surface water quality including but not limited to dissolved oxygen and turbidity? f. Alteration of the direction or rate of flow of ground waters? S. Change in the quantity of ground waters, either through direct additions or withdrawals, or through interception of an aquifer by cuts or excavations? YES NO POSSIBLY - h. Substantial reduction in the amount of water otherwise available for public water supplies? i. Exposure of people or property to water related hazards such as flooding? 4. Plant Life. Will the proposal result in: a• Change in the diversity of species, or number of any species of plants (including trees, shrubs, grass, crops, and aquatic plants)? ✓ b. Reduction in the numbers of any unique rare of endangered species of plants? c. Reduction in the size of sensitive habitat areas or plant communities / which are recognized as sensitive? �✓ d. Introduction of new species of plants into an area, or in a barrier to the normal replenishment of existing species? fC. Reduction in acreage of any agricultural crop? / S. Animal Life. Will the proposal result in: V/ a. Change in the diversity of species, or number of any species of animals (birds, land animals including reptiles, fish, and shellfish, benthic organisms ana insects)?. b. Reduction in the numbers of nay unique rare or endangered species of animals? C. Introduction of new species of animals into an area, or in a barrier to the normal migration or movement of resident species? ✓ d. Reduction in sire or deterioration in quality of existing fish or wildlife habitat? 6. Noise. Will the proposal result in: a. Significant increases in existing noise levels? b. Exposure of people to severe noise levels? 7. Light and Glare. Will the proposal result in: a. Significant new light and glare or contribute significantly to existing levels of light and glare? 8. Land Use. Will the proposal result in: a. A substantial alteration of the present or planned land use in an area? 9. Natural Resources. Will the proposal result in: A. An increase in the rate of use of any natural resources? YES NO POSSIBLY ................ 10. Risk of Upset. Will the proposal result in: a. A risk of an explosion or the release of hazardous substances (including but not limited to, oil, pesticides, chemicals or radiation) in the event of an accident or upset condition? It. Probable interference with an emergency response plan or an emergency evacuation plan? ._ 11. Population. Will the proposal: a. Alter the location, distribution, density, or growth rate of the human population of an ares? 12. Horsing. Will the proposal affect: a. Existing housing, or create a demand for additional housing? 13. Transportation/Circulation. Will the proposal result in: f/ a. Generation of Substantial additional vehicular movement? b. Effects on existing parking facilities or demand for new panting? __ ✓ C. Substantial impact or; existing g transportation systems? ✓ d. Alterations to present patterns of circulation or movement of people and goods. e. Alterations to waterborne, rail or air traffic? —`� f• Increase in traffic hazards to motor vehicles, bicyclists or pedestrians? 14. Public Services. Will the proposal: A. Have an effect upon, or result in the need for new or altered governmental services in any of the following areas: 1. Fire Protection? 2. Police Protection? 3. Schools? 4. Parks or other recreational facilities? 5. Maintenance of public facilities, including roads? �/ 6. Other governmental services? YES NO POSSIBLY 15.. Energy. Will the proposal result in: A. Use of substantial amounts of fuel or energy? b. Substantial increase in demand upon existing energy sources or require the development of new sources of energy? Utilities. WIN the proposal result in: a. A need for new systems, or Substantial alterations to public utilities? Human Health. Wdl the proposal result in: a. Cteation of any health hazard or potential health harrrd (excluding mental health)? b. Exposure of people to potential health hazards? Aesthetics. Will the proposal result in: +• The obstruction of any steak vista or view open to the public, or will the proposal result in the creation of an aesthetically offensive .site open to the public view? 19. Recreation. Will the proposal result in: _ A. An impact upon the quality or quantity of existing recreational opportunities? 20. Cultural Resources. Will the proposal result in: '� +• The alteration of or the destruction of a prehistoric or historic archaeological site? b. Adverse physical or aesthetic effects to a prehistoric or historic building, structure or object? C. A physical change which would affect unique ethnic cul ural values? d. Restrictions on existing religious or sacred uses within the potential impact area. 21. Mandatory Findings of Significance? a. Does the Proposed Project have the potential to degrade the quality Of the environment, substantially reduce the habitat of a fish or wildlife species, cause a fish or wildlife population to drop below self sustaining levels, threaten to eliminate or significantly reduce a plant or animal community, reduce the number or restrict the range Of a nue or endangered plant or animal or eliminate important examples of the major periods of California history or prehistory? YES NO POSSIBLY b. Does the proposed project have the potential to achieve short-term, to the disadvantage of long-term, environmental goals? C. Does the proposed project pose impacts which aro individually limited but cumulatively considerable? d. Does the project pose environmental effects which will cause substantial adverse effects on human beings, either directly or indirectly? M. DISCUSSION OF ENVIRONMENTAL EVALUATION: (Attach Narrative) Lul On the basis of this initial evaluation: • I find that the proposed project COULD NOT have a significant effect on the environment, and a NEGATIVE DECLARATION wilt be prepared. I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment, there will not be a significant effect in this case because the mitigation measures described on the attached sheet have been incorporated into the proposed project. A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION WILL BE PREPARED. I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect on the environment, and an ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required. Date: 3 6 o Z SignaNre Title: For the City of Diamond Bar, California Environmental information Form fnr Residential Proierts (To be completed by applicant) General Information: Date Filed: Pertinent Permits/Applications: Project Information: 1. Name, Address and Phone. Number of Project Sponsor. 2. Name, Address and Phone Number of Key C tact Persoo(a): 3. Project Address: 4. Project Assessor's Bloc and Parcel Number(s): 5. Other Identificatjbn (other recorded/mop location information): 6-A. Does thekroja Variance: Conditional Use Permit: Zone Change: require any of the following actions by the City: YES NO General Plan Amendment: 6-B. List and describe any other related standards, permits and other public approvals relevant to this project, including those required by city, regional, state and federal agencies: l 7. Land Use Designations: Adopted General Plan Designation: Adopted Zoning: 8. Proposed Specific Use of Site - Project Description 9-A. Site Dimensions and Gross Area: 9-B. Legal Description of the Project' (attach copy to this form if necessary) I- - 10. Project Detail Attach a separate page of descriptive data for each housing type included in a. Number of Housing Units by type. b. Floor Area by type (minimum, maximum, and average s C. Number of floors (stories) for each type. d. Housing market targeted (demographic profile). C. Estimated market sales price or estimated market rents f. Describe all amenities proposed (for example, lan pin facilities, trials, etc.). - g. Minimum lot sire. (Net lot area, not including Rig tof-1 h. Maximum lot size. (Net lot area, not including Ri htof-1 i. Average lot size. (Net lot area, not including Rig tof-W1 j. Number of Iota which do not meet city S project: footage). recreation equipment, common use 11. Describe public or private utility easements, utility line, structures or other facilities which exist on the surface or below thi surface of the Froject site. / 12. Associated Projects: (Projects or potential potential developments which require cotrpletion o ets which are directly related to this project, ie: project): 13. Describe any anticipated Phasingfor this project: (Number of Unite &Time Fume) 14. Attach one copy of�ach of the ft•.'lowing: a. Preliminary/ Soils Report b. Preliminary Geologic Investigation. C. Drainage Stud) d. Topographic Map highlighting any existing slopes of 75 % or more. e. Tract Map, Parcel Map, or Plot Plan clearly showing each area of cut and It area of fill: all residential unit pads (if Wown), and any areas with slopes 75 % or mo . f. Photographs showing the site from different (ie: north, south, east, west) antage points and photographs showing vistas (is: north, south, east, west) from the site. Are the following items applicable to the proposed prgjea or its effects? (Discuss below all items which apply to this project: attach additional sheets as 1 is. Grading: Maximum depth of excavation: Maximum depth of fill: Quantity of soil moved: cubic yards. Will there be an on-site balance of cut and fill?: Quantit of import/export: 16. Viewshed: Describe any change in the sppenance of the site ting from the project as proposed. 17. Describe how the proposed project will fit in its surroundings re will the Proposed de existing neighborhood? How will it relate to the ve, scale, style andcharacterof the�stinnproject Js� Amy end gm development?) 18. Describe any alteration of a existing drainage patterns or potential for changes in surface or ground as a result of this water quality th quantity. (ie: W' the flow of any permanent or intermittent surface/subsurface wafer change is project? How? Will there be any injection wells, septic systems, or other facilities which may affect surface or sub surf water quality?) 19. Describe any long-term noise and/or vibration which may occur as a result of this project (atter construction will this project din .y or indirectly cause the generation of noise ...d or vibration greater than any that exists now?) 20. Describe any residential construction proposed on filled land (te: i71otn structure proposed to be built on filled land). 21. Do any significant trees exist on the project site now? Describe them. (ie: Oak and Walnut treat are considered significant. Describe wh or cause removal of any of these trees). Ffect this project will have on the proposed project will disturb 22. Is the project site located in a national, state, to ' nal or locally designated ata of historical, environmental or other significance? If so describe. (i . is the site an area designated as a hillside management area, significant ecological area, significant mineral ume area, etc.) Environmental Setting: 23. Describe the enN description of the soil sta now, and any existing str dotal setting (synopsis) of the project site. This narrative shall include a slopes, drainage. scenic quality, plants and auimals which may exist on the site 9 and the existing land use of the project site. 24. Describe the surroundiu. properties (synopsis). This narrative shall iu..ude a description of the soil stability, slopes, drainage, scenic quality, plants, and animals which may exist. Indicate the type of land use (residential, commercial, etc.), intensity of land use (single-family, multi -family, density, commercial, professional, etc.), and scale of development (height, frontage, set -back, etc.) in the adjacent surrounding area. Certification: I hereby certify that the statements furnished above and in the attar exhibits present the data and information required for initial environmental evaluation of the proposed project All information is to the best of my - knowledge, belief and ability to determine factual, true, correct an complete. Date: For Signature: .. Completion of this form is required to begin attached materials will assist the City in det Mitigated Negative Declaration may be gran Revised 1195 Subdivision of a project. Information within this forth and the required r whether a Negative Declaration may be granted, whether a whether Environmental Impact Report shall be required { )ND li�lli s. r-JLA a Ur 1J",VJUtvlu is&A COhUdUNIT-' DEVELOPhfENT DEPARTMENT 21660 E. Cot• Drive Suite 190 (909)396-5676 Fax (909)861-3117 VARIANCE APPLICATION /Record Owner - Name NSON,.a (last name first) /J/ Address ZJTZISG r✓Grl �O�/, zip.2c5cZ / P It MAY 2 8 .2002 (Last name first) ZS`GrY1 Phone( ) - e/�g -/ Zg-7 Phone( Casco FPL# Depo�=k_ f Receipt#- By— Date Recd Applicant's Agent (Last name fust) dS C>,. cef�0 2�► /%�Com► 4tir,z Phone( )7/41-715-/-4loy41 NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to notify the Community Development Director in writing of any change of the principals involved during the p-mccesing of this can. (Attach separate sheet, if necessary, including names, addresses, and sigttatum of members of partnerships, joint ventures, and directors of corporations.) Consent: I certify f/yt I am theowrler of the herein described property and permit the applicant to fr/e this 1 7 request. Signed � Date f d — All regio owners) /! • LLG ` Certification: I, the undersigned, hereby cetffy under penalty ofperjury shot the information herein provided it correct to the best of my knowledge. Print Print or Agent) Date A=t U (Su=t address or tract an /oft number) Q� / 1ndL�Jco/�1r 3 �.�i1GC�0r)6 ) 8 (sued) Zoning_ /t'! _ piJ- t3Gv HNM Project Size (gross acres) ��_ q g Project Density Previous Caves Present Use Use applied for r'e'MUCI7oNS: VARIANCE APPLICATLOA' The information requested must be completad for all Variance applications. The second half of the form identifies the various specific typer of aq hcation requaris being made. Hen, you may fill out jun the pertinent secriont. The derailed innrvaionr which follow esplwn only those items nor clearly self-evident or requiring greater aftlPfificatiOlL If them are any questions, pleare call ova) 396567& you may also obtain a counseling appointment on how m fill our the application by calling this number. 1. Complete and submit eoe copy of the Variance application. If a Variance is submitted with any number of other requests, submit the appropriate materials that accompany each request. 2. The Variance application form MUST either be signed by the owners) of the subject property or the application must present a •istonic l signed by the property owner(s) giving him the right to file the case. Purchaser in Escrow is not acceptable. A planner will assist you in filling in the following information. 3. Zone may be identified on the House Numbering Map. 4. HNM—House Numbering Map. 5. Use applied for - Describe the proposed project in detail—the nature of the business, occupation or purpose for which the structure or imsrovement or premises are to be used and what is to be done on or with the property in the way of additional improvements. Domestic water source and method of sewage disposal should specify type of source, name of service agency and district 6. Legal Description: A separate complete legal description MUST be typed on or attached to EACH form requiring a legal description, that is Zoning Application, Certified property Ownera List Affidavit and plot plans. Provide a copy of the Title which should include any Conditions, Covenants ger Restrictions (CCBcR'S). 7. Burden of ProoF. Complete and submit the 'Burden of Proof' statement. The answers to all questions must be complete. 'Yes' and 'No' answers are NOT acceptable. 8. Land Use vicinity Maps: One full sins blue print of 700' radius land use map (folded no larger than 8' x 14' with the location of the subject property on the f nut). Include 30 reduced copies (reduced to 81A x 11). Maps aro to be the scale of one (1) inch to 100 feet, (except for very large areas requiring a map Of more than 9 square feet) showing the subject property and all surrounding stew, sheets, highways, alleys, rights-oflot cots. Include tract and lot mrmbera. Outline subject property an all copies of the map. A margin should be left around the edges of the map atter drawing the 700 foot radios. 9. All vicinity =2ps and Plot pl--- must be properly identified and individually folded to measit a no huger, than 8' x i V with the location of the abject property on the front. Submit 15 full sire blas prints of site Plans (calling out materials and including position of lighting) or tract maps, elevations (north, east, went, & south), landscape pians and 30 reduced copies of the above items (reduced to 8'h' it 11'). 10. Surrounding )'roPerty Owners: Two full sire blue prints of Soo' radius surrounding property owner (folded no larger than 8' x 14'). Provide completed Ownership List, certified to be corsets by affidavit, and two (2) separate Sett of self adhesive address labels indicating surrounding property owners names and addressee from the latest assessment roll (typed). Include the fumes and addressee of the applicant and agees. ALL LABELS SHALL BE CROSS REFERENCED TO PROPERTY OWNERS' MAP AND LIST. 11. Occupant Load: In addition to the required plot plans one copy of a floor plan layout is required when the resta propursnoseds7e9bars�cad 1O9�s par�g other than for genius commetsial ar industrial uses (theaters, , , other places of public assembly). The floor plan must be accompanied by a stamped and signed 'Application for Determination of Assembly Area Occupsnt Lad for Parking Requirement Purposes -0 a ar �H as z DRY ANDER / 1ill�i�=�!'� pjq�{I�If Illlll1l1 11l; `1 i:� ! �o s I{1 I ,�;7111111 illlltll ;tn:111i I ^4 '! lij, I : t 1,lt Ill 1,'1„I, I : 1, •d' l.,, it I t'?( t il! do; i' !i I it I'tPliJ• ' a3.:I,! 111 ! 1 y 1 �' �fl �'! l,�il=Il�fll!'mtllj� `t •I� ri�ill � •IfJ1111'I�'I�'It11� n I�ti EXTENDED STAY AMERICA DIAMOND BAR, CALIFORNIA O O z D m m m D C•) H Z In n is] 0o x O � r 'z K a ar �H as z DRY ANDER / 1ill�i�=�!'� pjq�{I�If Illlll1l1 11l; `1 i:� ! �o s I{1 I ,�;7111111 illlltll ;tn:111i I ^4 '! lij, I : t 1,lt Ill 1,'1„I, I : 1, •d' l.,, it I t'?( t il! do; i' !i I it I'tPliJ• ' a3.:I,! 111 ! 1 y 1 �' �fl �'! l,�il=Il�fll!'mtllj� `t •I� ri�ill � •IfJ1111'I�'I�'It11� n I�ti EXTENDED STAY AMERICA DIAMOND BAR, CALIFORNIA LEGAL DESCRIPTION• THE LAND REFERRED TO HEREIN IS SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AND IS DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: THOSE PORTIONS OF LOT 79 OF TRACT 33069, IN THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR, AS SHOWN ON MAP FILED IN BOOK 924 PAGES 1 TO 7 INCLUSIVE OF MAPS, AND THOSE PORTIONS OF LOT 7 OF TRACT 2166, AS PER MAP .RECORDED IN BOOK 22 PAGE 4 OF MAPS, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENDING AT THE INTERSECTION OF THE CENTER LINE OF LYCOMING STREET, FORMERLY KNOW AS LEMON ROAD 60.00 FEET IN WIDTH, AND THE PROPOSED CENTERLINE OF BREA CANYON ROAD, AS SAID ROADS ARE SHOWN ON THE MAP OF SAID TRACT 33069; THENCE ALONG THE CENTER LINE OF SAID LYCOMING ROAD, NORTH 89'37'05" EAST 187.23 FEET; THENCE LEAVING SAID CENTER LINE SOUTH 33'53'51" EAST 131.09 FEET TO THE MOST NORTHERLY POINT OF SAID LOT 79, BEING A POINT ON A NON -TANGENT CURVE CONCAVE NORTHEASTERLY, HAVING A RADIUS OF 267.50 FEET, A RADIAL LINE BEARS SOUTH 35'15'54" WEST; THENCE SOUTHEASTERLY ALONG THE NORTHERLY LINE OF SAID LOT 79 THROUGH A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 17'10'37" 80.19 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE CONTINUING ALONG SAID NORTHERLY LINE AND CURVE THROUGH A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 4'55'17" 22.98 FEET TO THE END OF THE CURVE; THENCE ALONG THE BOUNDARY OF SAID LOT 79 THE FOLLOWING TEN COURSES: SOUTH 76'50'00" EAST 714.77 FEET TO THE BEGINNING OF A TANGENT CURVE CONCAVE NORTHERLY HAVING A RADIUS OF 656.00 FEET; WESTERLY ALONG SAID CURVE A DISTANCE OF 111.44 FEET THROUGH A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 9'44'00"; SOUTH 86'34'00" EAST, 588.13 FEET; SOUTH 77'14'48" WEST, 38.04 FEET; SOUTH 82'20'18" WEST, 50 FEET; SOUTH 82'22'07" WEST, 1277.83 FEET; NORTH 6.2'56'23" WEST, 108.89 FEET; NORTH 34'10'05" WEST, 83.06 FEET TO THE BEGINNING OF A TANGENT CURVE CONCAVE NORTHEASTERLY HAVING A RADIUS OF 1450.00 FEET; NORTHWESTERLY ALONG SAID CURVE A DISTANCE OF 227.32 FEET THROUGH A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 8'58'56";NORTH 82'26'05" EAST, 211.99 FEET; THENCE LEAVING SAID BOUNDARY OF SAID LOT 79, NORTH 7'33'55" WEST 43.20 FEET TO THE SOUTHERLY LINE OF THAT 15.00 FOOT WIDE EASEMENT TO LOS ANGELES COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT AS SHOWN ON SAID TRACT 33069, BEING A POINT ON A NON -TANGENT CURVE CONCAVE NORTHEASTERLY HAVING A RADIUS OF 282:50 FEET, A RADIAL LINE BEARS SOUTH 14'52'11" WEST; THENCE NORTHWESTERLY ALONG SAID EASEMENT THROUGH A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 1'45'57", 8.71 FEET; THENCE LEAVING SAID EASEMENT NORTH 7'33'55" WEST, 16.54 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING. SAID LAND IS ALSO SHOWN AS PARCEL B OF THAT CERTAIN CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR CASE N0, LLA 97001 RECORDED SEPTEMBER 9, 1997 AS INSTRUMENT NO. 97-1388369. `!l q If T it1•1'it f IFefi'F i `1 .> jI a aar ! f ! r 9fdff 7=4 eP r f' •f�S Ift if ffi f'S ;sl�jfti :( liipi;� fje a? +•IPS 1 iaa,l¢ i'it(Yfif�dlu e�: a ff I! tf�!jGa ff°r f• Itl�:a•.:! f� °till sli +jff!!IE f P'taTat !gdij,fle'fi 8d° gt.fio !Tt fl ai; iat �t d �,•ijff t..d.S. a• f!ej •atL'� ! !d js j la, iffa:f f:!!1jiB- ."af• j. inicy • psj` .fl, ' f f 1• fait a•jF ii a iial^ 11!f t1f 1a11 Iff6� iii= :i99c errrr u EXTENDED STAY AMERICA u DIAMOND BAR. CALIFORNIA u c CASCO Western Region LETTER OF OPERATIONS Plans for the Extended Stay America ("ESA") in the City of Diamond Bar would consist of a 116 -room design. The first or ground floor of the hotel will contain a guest check-in area, guest laundry, vending area, housekeeping service area, and front office area. The remaining first floor and other floors will be occupied by guestrooms. The guestrooms vary in size from 305 to 400 square feet, depending on location and the number of beds. The large majority of our guestrooms are typically queen bedded rooms, with the remaining rooms offering king, double/double and handicap configurations. All of our guestrooms contain.a kitchenette. Our kitchenettes contain a full size refrigerator, built-in twin burner stove top, built-in microwave oven, coffee maker, and stainless steel sink. Cupboard areas in the kitchenette provide silverware, dishes, cookware, and cooking utensils. The kitchenettes are typically located in the front area of the guestroom, while the main living area is to the rear. Guestroom furnishings include a dresser, work/dining table with chairs, desk with chair, nightstand, and reclining easy chair. A 19" color television with remote control and alarm clock is also provided. The quality of our furnishings is high and the style is traditional, featuring dark greens, dark reds, and dark woods for the furniture. Individual telephones provide the convenience of voicemail, which can be retrieved from either in or outside the hotel and are also equipped with port hookups for computers, etc. The bathroom contains the usual fixtures and features a bath/shower combination. ESA's guest mix in Diamond Bar will consist of both business travelers, leisure/vacation oriented guests and airport related business, as well as relocations to the Los Angeles/ Orange County Areas. This site will allow us to pull guests from City of Industry, Pomona, and Fullerton and from our Walnut facility. On a nationwide basis, some of the most frequent corporate guests are affiliated with State Farm Insurance, Fluor Daniel, IBM, Lucent Technologies, Lockheed, Boeing, General Electric and General Motors. Any other hotel company can't match ESA's track record in Southern California. In just a little over 3 years time, ESA has opened sixteen (16) hotels in Southern California with a combined room count of approximately 2,000 rooms. All of these hotels were new construction. ESA's first hotel in Southern California opened in Ontario near the airport in May of 1997; while our most recent opening was in Woodland Hills, seven months age. ESA currently has another 284 rooms under construction in Anaheim near Disneyland and Newport Beach adjacent to John Wayne International Airport, both of which are slated to open in March 2001. ESA's Southern California's development plans for 2001 call for at least another six (6) hotels to start construction. Extended Stay America is a publicly traded company and a self-financing entity and has developed over 390 hotels in the last five (5) years. Drive, Suits H.8 Dallas. Texas St. Louis, Missouri 151 costa Mesas Califomla 92626 Atlanta, Georgia Edison, New Jersey Tel: (714) 751-9044 " Fax: (714) 751-0170 INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLETING INITIAL STUDY QUESTIONNAIRE TO THE APPLICANT: The California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) require a review of your proposed project for possible environmental impacts. Thia_Inidal Study process is intended to determine the type of environmental documentation necessary to have your project considered by the City. The Initial Study consists of a completed questionnaire and other material which you mud provide and an analysis of potential impacts prepared by staff—often with the input from reviewing agencies with special expertise, This Process can be expedited with your cooperation. The project file must include the following exhibits, which M must r rovid (check boxes are provided for your use): 1. Initial Study Questionnaire—in completing this questionnaire, all questions should be answered as completely u Possible (attach extra pages if necessary). If requesting a land division, it should be anticipated that future development will take place, and the questionnaire completed accordingly. Preliminary Itnding and/or development concepts should be submitted, even if no immediate construction is anticipated. 2. Development Plan with Contmon showing. A) the location and layout of the Proposed development or possible pad location; b) native vegetation—including the location, spread, health and circumference (measured 4 1/2 feet above ground level) of any oak trees; and C) existing and proposed landscaping. 3. Vicinity Map of appropriate scale showing the subject property in relation to nearby streets and other significant physical features. Street maps (such as Thomas Guide) in urban areas or U.S.G.S. Quad Sheets in runt areas should be used. (Quad Sheets arm available at many map dors or from the Department of the interior Geologic Survey, 300 North Ins Angeles Street, Room 7638, Los Angeles—this is the Federal Building in Los Angeles civic center.) Photographs of the site, pad locations and surrounding area. An index map keyed to the photographs should be provided, showing the location and direction of each photograph. 5. Generalized land use map of appropriate Scale for the project site and surrounding properties, with uses clearly labeled. Be certain that the project number(s) is 0.1 all material (e.g. maps, Photographs, questionnaire). FAILURE TO SUBMITAU REQUESTED MATERIALS AND TO PROVIDE COMPr ETF QUESTIONNAIRE INFORMATION CAN RESULT IN DELAYS IN PROCESSING YOUR CASE. INITIAL STUDY QUESTIONNAIRE A. GENERAL INFORMATION Project Applicant (Owner): SGa-Ss/-sirs / PHONE K 2. and project ftoject Repmesrtative: L�l4Ari'�z N � AD— c 75,,—/—'94+y PHONE N Street location of project: S So B r d 3a. Present use of site: xy. PC ^/ iroo6G S�a���_ 3b. Previous use of site or stmctu m: " 4. U 1 Please list all previous cases (if any) ML&Wd to this projOCL-1- Other ct/ Other related permit/approvals required. S�ify hype and YantiaT agency Gq-F Are you planning future phases of this project? Y e If yes, explain: 7. Project Arn: a. 9. Covered by structure, paving: 77 9 $� Landscaping, open space: Total Ara: / Number of floors / 3 Present zoning: /LI %_,1j (fo Staff Use Project No. L 20. Do your operations requite any presawiied tanks? YES NO If yes, explain 21. Identify any Hammable, reactive or explosive materials to be located on-site. A-$ OA-Pe 22. Will delivery or shipment trucks travel through residential areas to reach the nearest highway? YES If yes, explain 3. Are there any major tree i the site, including oak trees? YES NO If yes, type and number. 4. Will any tutus' watescourses, aurface now patterns, etc., be Changed through project development?: YES N� If yes, explain: S. Grading: Will the project squire grading? ® NO If yes, how may cubic yanb? Will it be balanced on-site? © NO If not balanced, where will dirt be obtained or deposited? 6. Are there any identifiable landslides or other major geologic hazards on the property (including uncwmpacted fill)? YES NO If yes, explain: 7. Is the Property located within a high fire hazard area (hillsides with moderately dense vegetation)? YES 0 Distance to nearest fire station: 8. Noise: Existing noise sources at site: Noise to be generated by project: ,(ieMz= Fumes: Odors generated by project: AveN,C Could toxic fumes be generated? _� o 9.. What eaer�p7y-conaetving deigns or material will be Uwe �L�YL 'Nw .L=/—C-D.iA ._—_ /_,L=. 1� / VARIANCE C.Aft BURDEN OF PROOF In addition to the information required in the application, the applicant shall substantiate to the satisfaction of the Planning Commission, the following facts: A. That the requested use at the location proposed will not: 1. Adverady affect the hadth, Peace. comfort or welfare or persons residing or woriong in the surrounding area, or 2. Be materially detrimental to the use, enjoyment or valuation of property of other persons located in the vicinity of the site, or B. 3. Jeopardize, endanger or other wise constitute a menace to the public health, safety or general Welfare. / �He S/�•rL) 1-ra "riw � �/. TLsrf �_J"b/G!' Ct////AreY' a-0 / G!'JP lcs Aoq— That the proposed site is adequate in size acct shape to accommodate the yards, wails, feta, parking and loading facilities, landscaping and other development features prescribed in this Ordinance, or u is otherwise, required in order to integrate said sues with die'usa in the surrounding area. -51U e �rwee7 .f � i sr tia � Tv/ vt/n 07i Are C. That the Pri posed site is adequately served: 1. By highways or streets of sufficient width and improved as necessary to tarty the Had and quantity of traffic such use would generate, and 2. By other public or private service facilities a are required.. 0- r,o u-.' /6c ocr40-r1W D. D• Thu there are specialcircumttanca or exceptional characteristics applicable to the as size, shape, topography, location or su lmtodin applicable involved, rtes in the same vicinity and under identical win �• which stn not geerally applicable b other Properties g claaification. 7A7 Ys 77-7 w.��6e/oe/U 9(JG! a t%G a (moo ov"1P It wawa ausO a naiad LAW amunonat envuvomratat mutenau aau may De mquuzw oewro pwjo" pr.i:w„w4 . begin and a public hearing meeting scheduled. The melts of the staffs environmental review (Initial Study) will be seat to you as soon as possible T TmE TIME THE PjmAL STUDY IS C( 'LETED, YOU WILL ALSO BE INFORMED OF ANY ADDITIUNAL ENVIRONMENTAL FEES REQUIRED. Questions regarding the Initial Study should be directed to the Diamond Bar Planning Division. c.- rte. _ OVERALL SITE PLAN 5£ 5 S £ Z y r t. i r y d c.- rte. _ OVERALL SITE PLAN "y y AREA CALCULATIONS filYYru Rie.9te Xi . Cp4lkx Gkvri 916 � 0l111SV%id FLOOR PLAN 61YMu LMt SteNd � GN4x Gkrta9)6t6 • (1W1M644 s, .6 S = t 5'< } < 1 Q_ J' o ' o- o FLOOR PLAN 61YMu LMt SteNd � GN4x Gkrta9)6t6 • (1W1M644 N FLOOR PLAN CD- -- - - dYohuRes.9)uHI � GNt4n GIoi�91626 � RN�fi9614 I c IL = - io _ 1-" 0 0 i p 4 - 7. .. D-- Y N FLOOR PLAN CD- -- - - dYohuRes.9)uHI � GNt4n GIoi�91626 � RN�fi9614 �= FLOOR PLAN bICYV CM 91<IFA . CMClbe Genre 9MM .PAI )R9U1 2 �. 1 s 2L I n -L F V r ti �s- EF 1.� 4f .. a 4 4L- i �= FLOOR PLAN bICYV CM 91<IFA . CMClbe Genre 9MM .PAI )R9U1 0 a FLOOR PLAN - PARCEL 2 N - PARCEL 4 � - FLOOR PLA - 9Ww Pi'<9h MB �CMa Wa rAYTi 9!616 •VW13196N FLOOR PLANS - PARCELS 1 +3 flKNUMe9kkB •CON Wx C�Yane91BM . hWJSMBW } FLOOR PLANS - PARCELS 1 +3 flKNUMe9kkB •CON Wx C�Yane91BM . hWJSMBW s i' NEP JEH a� �q Ms OEH _ m �m R,Bc mT !mom ° °� o-� FN im r,e ° 4 V IC =W off_ — -- ° o - `14r-.� - r — ° � -.- o H ER — _A[E ° pEB EXTERIOR ELEVATIONS 61KeMeGix 9Ae N-0 • Caullye CY'ma9Mi6. p1U h19661 cam= 0----� ELEVATIONS - PARCEL 1 -7N \\\./\ \ �.....�... . .. ELEVATIONS wPARCEL 4 , " ... ..--�- ` -d- F-7 � \ E � w -7N \\\./\ \ �.....�... . .. ELEVATIONS wPARCEL 4 , " ... ..--�- 000000' OOOOOOOOv ELEVATIONS - PARCEL 2 GYJpuPrt m Cahlbt 4,"f 5 fMl)R96W \. 2 2 2 0000<1>0- o"0000,000. i :O0100000000000" I I _ i F IT 2 J ELEVATIONS - PARCEL 3 PHOTOMETRICS o i _ i S f P u _ ROA r m _ s m ° o PP�� g� xs ! m m Z oz >0 0> g a Z M -- >Z F -ate., rf- y If, r� as Y! - SI 8= - TREE AS BUILT SURVEY WKilv Cme.9lu NE • falelYn Ce1n�e5rtM�. pNIAM661 I as 0 cri ca m _0 C 0 E ca 5w Z 0 i G Q o �Z�/� V 'FA a u_a o o< a U w g N s oz WQa m N ¢ 2S sig} us O W. eo ZG: m s C7 �TC$SEsa 3 �`: w¢¢w0 o HC`1- O $ G W To w Q avoa and aiAlS 0 I-I�S H3aNVAtla p0 W'y& l0 0P ■ � �i & Q /§ i § !§ i!\ �!!>p (§§ |!§ �9z . / / //0 `E k` . m§ ! . �a ;/ LU . ° a§ ■ f{ !,t\ ;\/ \ ;:I| ice: )§ �i i § !§ i!\ �u (§§ |!§ / / //0 � (§ )§ \j §§ $ / �{\ §�§» !§ \ » t§e� ag A � © ° �% _ ■• pe . !� ° . , ;!§ z , a . §! ; .£ A ® w - ■ § _ LU § } § �{\ §�§» !§ \ » t§e� ag § } § C•• . �C�B ...•, RG,, n SOUTH ELEVATION xvn �R •YN n NORTH ELEVATION I - aocR-ra DEAST ELEVATION a.:R-,d WEST ELEVATION Q Q Z U_ ry O W LL - :2 J <1< U H Q (n Q m p W p p z Z p W X Q W p 3- 22- 02 3 DL1 1 LEFT ELEVATION u n RIGHT ELEVATION „� _,._o. M FRONT ELEVATION p. �- /• -0 REAR ELEVATION vW _ ,'�' J U CC Cf) O Q J w 0 Q� e5 M 0 Z Q 09 - 05 - 02 4A REAR ELEVATION . "r -V RIGHT ELEVATION FRONT ELEVATION W�-,/r=,� LEFT ELEVATION sue to. 1 --r WE IL 09-05-02 LEFT ELEVATION sue V� -I -V n REAR ELEVATION -0• 1 3 1 FRONT ELEVATION �.iw- RIGHT ELEVATION ,/W - m J W U Cf) O Q w C�� C9 - L C� g al ii rd W O w LL_ ~ J Z Q W U U Ci ot� Q Q m m 0 Z Q D 09 - 05 - 02 4C LEFT ELEVATION RIGHT ELEVATION u - 3/i = Y -o FRONT ELEVATION 3/� _ 1.-0 REAR ELEVATION x.' 313r _ r -n CWDo w 094 ICE Q CLU) WT O Q w J w Q Z OL O H Li Z J W Q O U Q Q m m M C) Z Z O O Q Q 09 - 05 - 02 4D x� °o 7O 5_ ❑ "' y io�y S.O 5z R O9 y o x N y m mz o $ z o x r �y p A� W w Z � �_ O z C 7y� 5 d O m0y y ro d y a ,L��y •. y C7 n [n n z° w d � N O S ppN N N O O O O N�p�00 O OOp O N N N O X 0 0 0 y w y �O �1 �O Orn O tyhyd7 rn in O to td y t ro ` p roa ro ro ro ro roo roo �ro f] o N ' O N ti w c t - e N � rnn 0 "n 0 N N � b o �] 0 N x� To S. g' LI c y d CA H C o' —,x 5' O m 5° �° 7 r ad o ny ;• x A n x b c ° zm m i9w a• y a amhw m h1 O w1 O a " mo a 5C z y 3 C CM) by..d a: ny0 ypy ❑ v, a rF7 m m `N z '7 z � C. � •� ❑ � a m 7y 'rb n 'rd n Vl. `-^ l•l o° � m C.1 w o a �y ° N N ni 'nOcn �x w m , p O N O p O O N O N pp N O N O N O N 0 pN O N 00 N N 00 0 0 p O N 00 N 00 N In 0 ON y N N O �,,� N 0 0 O O 00 O ON N N N N N N A Yk r r d d d r r d d rd d r r � o ro cn cn L� N O N J N Q\ N N N w oo N N N A N N N A N W N A N W N w H= O � O �ppO pW O O O O N N o 0 z d c � FA y R b o n o � dab x dab zx �ro �ro �ro O O o �ro ro O O b O b 0o G] n7 4� h'1 G1 't7 vy z v� z "n O O O H O O O H O O O O O O O p zz pdz w zz p,z b m r�z roz do do d -i b d0 bi d �z OO Ob Od 00 00 H O O� y94 t zyOm t zzy� rz yzy� rz yyOm r x H zOm t z zz� �z d z OO z 40 O O O O 4z) Oro O O O O ° O O4 p c a i m a� H m ay H m ay H m a ° y ay m ay m a z4 z °z� °z� °z'� o z� r r r r z°4 r z a a v a a N a a o o z-. z z z % z N z z n m G� Project Meetings Schedule October 22, 2002 CITY OF DIAMOND BAR COMMUNITY & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT FENDING PROJECTS Case # PM Location Status (Continued) VOLBEDA, PETE ADR 2002- 11 LDM 2909 WAGON TRAIN APPLICANT NOTIFIED OF INCOMPLETE APPLICATION — (Room Addition) WAITING FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION XM SATELLITE RADIO, INC. CUP 2000-10 LDM 21400 PATHFINDER APPLICANT NOTIFIED OF INCOMPLETE APPLICATION -- (CO-location Cell Site — DB High School) WAITING FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION PLANNING COMMISSION MEMORANDUM TO: Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission FROM: Stella Marquez, Planning Division DATE: October 21, 2002 DMMoND>iAR SUBJECT: Planning Commission Packet —Meeting on October 22, 2002 Item 7.1— Development Review No. 2002-27, 24037 Goldrush Drive Omitted from your Planning Commission packet, which was delivered to you on Friday, October 18, 2002, is the enclosed Site Plan regarding the above -subject project. The applicant submitted copies of the Site Plan subsequent to the Planning Commission packet distribution. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact this office. Enclosure & cp)"� To City of Diamond Bar, Planning Commission L D ,o From Ortiz, 20968 Northampton � / ` 1 t m, 1 Re: 850 Brea Canyon Road, Diamond Bar, CA 91789 (APN 8719-013-010) l As a Neighboring property to this location I have several concerns: Heavier traffic volume during weekend and evening hours on Brea Canyon Rd. Excessive Noise from traffic and normal operation of a Hotel and Restaurant. Privacy, Noise, Excessive light: Due to heavier foot traffic and parking along the West side curb of Brea Canyon, our privacy would be jeopardized. Currently we already are getting a large number of trucks that park against this curb. The trucks are much taller than the current wall that is about 5ft on the street side. A number of these trucks also have refrigeration units that run through the night as well as the Air breaks that can be heard purging. A hotel would most likely increase the number of trucks and cars parking along this wall and further increase the problem. This also leads to the Privacy issue. These Trucks can see directly over this 5ft wall as well. A hotel and restaurant that is more than one story tall will allow anyone to look directly into our properties and invade our privacy. There's already a problem with young kids going thru the back yards to jump the wall to get to Brea Canyon Rd. The shopping center will create more of a problem with jumping and throwing trash over the wall. At minimum, if the project is continued, the wall on the West side of Brea Canyon Road needs to be increased from 5 feet to at least 8 feet. The amount of excessive light due to the project would also be bright and shine directly at our homes. Currently since the addition of the Farmer Boys Restaurant we have a great deal of extraneous light from a building that is not only across the street, but half way down the block. This light shines over the first row of houses and we suspect is the cause of the street light on Northampton (at the end of the cul-de-sac) to randomly shot off through out the night. The surrounding area has already been compromised with neighboring industrial businesses and the newly built fast food restaurant (Farmer Boys). Aside from Arco and Farmer Boys, the local industries close at the end of business day, interfering very little with our home life. This new project of building a hotel, restaurants and retail business will create a night avenue for young kids and adults that will compromise the peace to local homeowners. We would like to continue to live in a peaceful and quiet neighbor without worrying abort the above concerns. Thank you for taking time to read my concerns in this matter. I hope that you consider the consequences that arise from turning a residential area into a retail/entertainment district. View from Farmer Boys — S. East to Large Trucks parking z Size of vehicles exceed height View from Northampton backyard View from Northampton st. Street light across from Farmer Boys - 35 Ftl Parking lot light at Framer Boys - 100 Ftl Street light across from Farmer Boys - 35 Ftl Parking lot light at Framer Boys - 50 Ftl (Above light readings taken with a Spectra spot meter - Ft1 = Foot Lamberts) Light reading in Foot Candles / Lux on a Standard Street Light at 5' above ground level - 28Lux / 2.6 Ft Cd Light reading in Foot Candles / Lux on Farmer Boys parking lot light 5' agl - 215 lux / 19.8 Ft Cd (Light reading taken with a Extech foot Candle/ Lux meter) Notice of Public Hearing City of Diamond Bar Community 8 Development Services Department Planning Division 21825 E. Copley Drive Diamond Bar, California 91765 (909) 396-5676 (909) 861-3117 Fax vrww.CltvofniamondBancom TO: Property Owners within a 700 -foot radius of subject site FROM: City of Diamond Bar, Planning Commission F llD111,111"010)�0Si) BAR 4y'm - NOTICE IS HEREBY-GIVEN-pursuantto-Stateiaw,-that a public -hearing will beheld -by the Planning Commission to daterminewhetheror-not the-- subject request shall be approved under the provisions of Slate law and the City of Diamond Bar Development Code as follows: DATE AND TIME OF HEARING: Tuesday, October 22, 2002, 7:00 P.M, (or as sounthereafterlhatthe matter can beheard) PLACE OF HEARING: South Coast Air Quality Management District Auditorium 21865 E. Copley Drive, Diamond Bar, CA 91765 SUBJECT: General Plan Amendment 02.01, Zone Change 02-01, Specific Plan 02.01, Development Review 02-07, Conditional Use Permit 02-05,Tentative Parcel Map No. 26771, Tree Permit No. 02-10 and Mitigated Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact No. 02.07 REQUEST: The proposed project is a request for approval of a General Plan Amendment, Zone Change, Specific Plan, Development Review, Conditional Use Permit, Tentative Parcel Map and Mitigated Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact. This would allow for the construction of a retailicommercial shopping center consisting of a three-story hotel, two freestanding restaurants, and two officelretail building pads totaling approximately 70,370 square feet of gross building area. The proposed development will be located on an approximate 6.50 gross acre site. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 850 Brea Canyon Road, Diamond Bar, CA 91765 (APN 8719-013-010) PROPERTY OWNER: Louis Marcellin, 20326 Fuente Drive, Walnut, CA 91789 APPLICANT: Phil Williams (Extended Stay America), 2525 Cherry Avenue, #310, Signal Hill, CA 90806 ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: This project has been reviewed for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Based on thatassessment, a Mitigated Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact was prepared and is available for review atCityof Diamond Bar Community and Development Services DepartmenUPlanning Division during regular business hours. Comments will be received until October 22, 2002. Any person wishing to comment on this matter must submit such comments, in writing, to the City prior to this date. AREA MAP: (not In scale) Published in: San Gabriel Valley Tribune: October 9, 2002 Inland Valley Daily Bulletin: October 9, 2002 If you are unable to attend the public hearing, but wish to send written comments, please write to the City of Diamond Bar Community and Development Services Department/Planning Division at the address given below. To preview case materials or for further information on this subject please contact the City of Diamond Bar Planning Division at (909) 396-5676. If you challenge this application and project in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. CASE MATERIALS are available for review between 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Monday -Thursday, and 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Friday at the City of Diamond Bar Community and Development Services Department/Planning Division, 21825 E. Copley Drive, Diamond Bar, CA 91765 (inside the SCAQMD building). uun;'!„-Nor I 2 8as Z12 y 6&az�✓'47/ �0 ,f '?i--,787 CITY OF DIAMOND BAR NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING AND AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING STATE OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES CITY OF DIAMOND BAR On October 22, 2002, at 7:00 P.M., the Diamond Bar Planning Commission will hold a Study Session and regular meeting at the South Coast Quality Management District, 21865 East Copley Drive, Diamond Bar, California. Items for consideration are listed on the attached agenda. I, Stella Marquez, declare as follows: I am employed by the City of Diamond Bar, Community and Development Services Department. On October 18, 2002, I posted a copy of the Notice for the Study Session and Regular Meeting of the Diamond Bar Planning Commission, to be held on October 22, 2002, at each of the following locations: South Coast Quality Management Heritage Park District Auditorium 2900 Brea Canyon Road 21865 East Copley Drive Diamond Bar, CA 91765 Diamond Bar, CA 91765 I declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct. Executed on October 18, 2002, at Diamond Bar, California. CT� Stela Marquez Community and Development Services Dept. g:\\affidavitposdng.doc