HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC 2015-20A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION. O.F THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DEVELOPMENT REVIEW AND TREE PERMIT
NO. PL2013-571 TO CONSTRUCT A NEW 12,362 SQUARE -FOOT, MULTI-LEVEL,
SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE WITH AN ATTACHED 935 SQUARE -FOOT GARAGE ON A
71,438 GROSS SQUARE -FOOT (1.64 GROSS ACRES) LOT, AND A TREE PERMIT TO
REMOVE 13 PROTECTED TREES TO BE REPLACED AT A 3:1 RATIO LOCATED AT
23121 RIDGE LINE ROAD, DIAMOND BAR, CA 91765 (APN 8713-005-013).
A. RECITALS
The property owner and applicant, Basant Bhatia, BLML Investments, LLC, has
filed an application for Development Review and Tree Permit No. PL2013-571
to construct a new 12,362 square -foot, multi-level, single-family residence with
an attached 935 square -foot garage located at 23121 Ridge Line Road,
Diamond Bar, County of Los Angeles, California.
2. The following approvals are requested from the Planning Commission;
(a) Development Review to construct a new 12,362 square -foot, multi-level,
single-family residence with an attached 935 square -foot garage; and
(b) Tree Permit to remove 13 protected trees—five California Live Oaks and
eight Black Walnuts—to be replaced with a total of 39 minimum 24 -inch
box California Coast Live Oak and Black Walnut trees.
Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Development Review and Tree
Permit shall be referred to as the "Proposed Project.
3. The subject property is made up of one parcel totaling 71,438 gross square feet
(1.64 gross acres). It is located in the Rural Residential (RR) zone with an
underlying General Plan land use designation of Rural Residential.
4. The legal description of the subject property is Lot 37 of Tract 30091. The
Assessor's Parcel Number is 8713-005-013.
5, On August 13, 2015, public hearing notices were mailed to property owners
within a 1,000 -foot radius of the Project site. Also, public notices were posted
at the project site and the City's three designated community posting sites. On
August 14, 2015, notification of the public hearing for this project was published
in the San Gabriel Valley Tribune and the Inland Valley Daily__ Bulletin
newspapers.
6. On August 25, 2015, the Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar
conducted a duly noticed public hearing, solicited testimony from all interested
individuals, and concluded said hearing -on that date.
B. RESOLUTION
NOW, THEREFORE, it is found, determined and resolved by the Planning
Commission of the City of Diamond Bar as follows:
1. The Planning Commission hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth
in the Recitals, Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct; and
2. The Planning Commission hereby determines the Project to be Categorically
Exempt from the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
pursuant to the provisions of Article 19, Section 15303 (a) (new construction of
a single-family residence) of the CEQA Guidelines. Therefore, no further
environmental review is required.
C. FINDINGS OF FACT
Based on the findings and conclusions set forth herein and as prescribed under
Diamond Bar Municipal Code (DBMC) Sections 22.48 and 22.38, this Planning
Commission hereby finds as follows:
Development Review Findings (DBMC Section 22.48.040)
The design and layout of the proposed development is consistent with the
applicable elements of the City's General Pian, City Design Guidelines, and
development standards of the applicable district, design guidelines, and
architectural criteria for special areas (e.g., theme areas, specific plans,
community plans, boulevards or planned developments):
The design and layout of the proposed single-family residence consisting of
92,362 square feet of floor area; 935 square -foot garage area, and
3,998 square feet of porch/deck/balcony areas is consistent with the City's
General Plan, City Design Guidelines and development standards by complying
with all required setbacks and building height. A gradual transition between the
project and adjacent uses is achieved through appropriate setbacks, building
height, landscaping, and window and door placement.
The proposed new single-family residence incorporates various details and
architectural elements such as clay roof tiles on a predominantly hip and valley
roof style with a 4J2 pitch; textured stucco with a stone base veneer throughout
all elevations, concrete columns at the front entrance; concrete balustrades and
wrought iron railing on balconies; vinyl window framing throughout the
fenestration pattern and appropriate massing and proportion to meet the intent
of the City's Design Guidelines.
The project site is not part of any theme area, specific plan, community plan,
boulevard or planned development.
2. The design and layout of the proposed development will not interfere with the
use and enjoyment of neighboring existing or future developments, and will not
create traffic or pedestrian hazards;
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The proposed single-family house will not interfere with the use and enjoyment
of neighboring existing or future developments because the use of the project
site is designed for a single-family home and the surrounding uses are also
single-family homes.
The proposed single-family house will not interfere with vehicular or pedestrian
movements, such as access or other functional requirements of a single-family
home because it complies with the requirements for driveway widths and
exceeds the minimum number of required off-street parking spaces.
3. The architectural design of the proposed development is compatible with the
character of the surrounding neighborhood and will maintain and enhance the
harmonious, orderly and attractive development contemplated by
Chapter 22.48: Development Review Standards, the City's Design Guidelines,
the City's General Plan, or any applicable specific plan;
The new single-family home is designed to be compatible with the character of
the eclectic neighborhoods in The Country Estates. The contemporary
Mediterranean design includes features such as a low pitched hip and valley
roof, stone veneer, precast concrete moldings and trims, and integration with
the natural landscape using split pads to step up the natural slope of the
property. in addition, complementary wall materials are used to distinguish
breaks in plane and add articulation to maintain and enhance the harmonious
development in the neighborhood.
4. The design of the proposed development will provide a desirable environment
for its occupants and visiting public as well as its neighbors through good
aesthetic use of materials, texture, color, and will remain aesthetically
appealing;
The design of the new single-family home is reminiscent of Mediterranean
influences. Consistent building elements have been achieved through the
utilization of similar architectural features and building materials. The new
home will not be intrusive to neighboring homes and will be aesthetically
appealing by integrating a variety of materials, such as clay roof tiles on a
predominantly hip and valley roof style with a 4:12 pitch; textured stucco with a
stone base veneer throughout all elevations; concrete columns at the front
entrance; concrete balustrades and wrought iron railing on balconies; vinyl
window framing throughout the fenestration pattern. Earth -tone shades for the
exterior finish are used to soften the building's visual impact and assist in
preserving the hillside's aesthetic value. Also, landscaping is integrated into the
site to complement the massing of the house and blend in with neighboring
homes and the natural environment of the site in order to maintain a desirable
environment.
5. The proposed development will not be detrimental to public health, safety or
welfare or materially injurious (e.g., negative effect on property values or
resale(s) of property) to the properties or improvements in the vicinity; and
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Before the issuance of any City permits, the proposed project is required to
comply with all conditions within the approved resolution, and the Building and
Safety Division and Public Works Departments requirements.
Through the permit and inspection process, the referenced agencies will ensure
that the proposed project is not detrimental to the public health, safety or
welfare or materially injurious to the properties or improvements in the vicinity.
6. The proposed project has been reviewed in compliance with the provisions of
the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
The proposed project is categorically exempt from the provisions of the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) as set forth under Article 19
Section 15303 (a) (new construction of a single-family residence) of the CEQA
Guidelines.
Tree Permit Finding (DBMC Section 22.38.110)
1. Preservation of the trees 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 DBMC
Section 22.38.130 (Tree replacement/relocation standards) below.
The applicant submitted an arboriculture report, prepared by a licensed arborist,
which indicates 15 protected trees exist on the property. Of the 15 protected
trees, the applicant is proposing to remove 13 of the trees—five Coast Live
Oaks and eight Black Walnuts—due to bad health, severe pruning, and bad
structure of the trees and located within the construction/grading area. The
preservation of these 13 trees is not feasible because it would compromise the
design and construction of the project. Further, the relocation;of the trees is not
feasible due to the existing health condition of the trees. - The applicant is
proposing to replace the 13 trees with 39 minimum 24 -inch box Coast Live Oak
and Black Walnut trees meeting the minimum required 3:1 ratio for replacement
of protected trees. The planting of 39 new protected species will provide
sufficient replacement of the natural landscape.
Based upon the findings and conclusion set forth above, the Planning Commission hereby
approves this Application, subject to the following conditions:
1. Development shall substantially comply with the plans and documents
presented to the Planning Commission at the public hearing.
2. All exposed portions of retaining walls shall be finished with a textured stucco
application to match the proposed exterior wall finish of the house or
constructed with split face concrete masonry units (CMOs), as applicable and
shown on approved plans.
3. Prior to building permit issuance, the required landscape plan shall be designed
to meet the requirements of the Los Angeles County Fire Department's Fuel
Modification Plan Guidelines in terms of plant selection, placement and
maintenance. The final landscape and fuel modification plans shall be
submitted to the Los Angeles Fire Department for review and approval.
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4. Prior to building permit issuance, landscape and irrigation plans shall be
reviewed and approved by the City's Consulting, Landscape Architect and shall
comply with the Water Conservation Landscaping Ordinance.
5. Prior to the issuance of a demolition, grading or building permit, the existing
protected trees in the native vegetation area, outside of the construction/grading
limits shall be barricaded by chain link fencing with a minimum height of five
feet or by another protective barrier approved by the Community Development
Director. Barriers shall be placed at least five (5) feet away from the native
vegetation area. The fencing plan shall be shown on the grading plan and other
.applicable construction documents and the Applicant, Owner or construction
manager shall contact the Planning Division to conduct a site visit prior to
commencement of any work to ensure'this condition is met.
6. Standard Conditions. The applicant shall comply with the standard
development conditions attached hereto.
The Planning Commission shall:
a. Certify to the adoption of this Resolution; and
b. Forthwith transmit a certified copy of this Resolution, by certified mail to
the property owner and applicant Basant Bhatia, BLML Investments,
LLC, 17753 Via San Jose, Rowland Heights, CA 91748.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 25th DAY OF AUGUST 2015, BY THE PLANNING
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR.
By: f�
Ruth Low, Chairperson
I, Greg Gubman, Planning Commission Secretary, do hereby certify that the foregoing
Resolution was duly introduced, passed, and adopted, at a regular meeting of the Planning
Commission held on the 25th day of August, 2015, by the following vote:
AYES: Commissioners: Farago, Nishimura, Wolfe, VC/Mahlke, Chair/Low
NOES: Commissioners: None
ABSENT: Commissioners: none
ABSTAIN: Commissioners: None
ATTEST:
Greg Gubman, Secretary
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I I- I IE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
STANDARD CONDITIONS
USE PERMITS, COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL NEW AND
REMODELED STRUCTURES
PROJECT #: Development Review and Tree Permit No. PL 2013-571
SUBJECT: To construct a new 12 362 s uare-foofi multi -level, -sin le -family
residence with an attached 935 square -foot garage; and Tree Permit
to remove 13 protected trees and replace at a 3:1 ratio.
PROPERTY Basant Bhatia, BLML Investments, LLC
OWNER/ 17753 Via San Jose
APPLICANT: Rowland Heights, CA 91748
LOCATION: 23121 Ridge Line Road, Diamond Bar, CA 91765
ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT.
L APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE PLANNING DIVISION AT (909) 839-7030, FOR
COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
A. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
1. The applicant shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City, and its
officers, agents and employees, from any claim, action, or proceeding to attack,
set-aside, void or annul, the approval of Development Review and Tree Permit
No. PL2013-571 brought within the time period provided by Government Code
Section 66499.37. In the event the city and/or its officers, agents and
employees are made a party of any such action:
(a) Applicant shall provide a defense to the City defendants or at the City's
option reimburse the City its costs of defense; including reasonable
attorneys' fees, incurred in defense of such claims.
(b) Applicant shall promptly pay any final judgment rendered against the City
defendants. The City shall promptly notify the applicant of any claim,
action of proceeding, and shall cooperate fully in the defense thereof.
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2. This approval shall not be effective for any purpose until the applicant and
owner of the property involved have filed, within twenty-one (21) days of
approval of this Development Review and Tree Permit No. PL2013-571, at the
City of Diamond Bar Community Development Department, their affidavit
stating that they are aware of and agree to accept all the conditions of this
approval. Further, this approval shall not be effective until the applicants pay
remaining City processing fees, school fees and fees for the review of
submitted reports.
3. All designers, architects, engineers, and contractors associated with this project
shall obtain a Diamond Bar Business License, and a zoning approval for those
businesses located in Diamond Bar.
4. Signed copies of Planning Commission Resolution No. 2015-20, Standard
Conditions, and all environmental mitigations shall be included on the plans (full
size). The sheet(s) are for information only to all parties involved in the
construction/grading activities and are not required to be wet sealed/stamped
by a licensed Engineer/Architect.
5. Prior to the plan check, revised site plans and building elevations incorporating
all Conditions of Approval shall be submitted for Planning Division review and
approval.
6. Prior to any use of the project site or business activity being commenced
thereon, all conditions of approval shall be completed.
7. The project site shall be maintained and operated in full compliance with the
conditions of approval and all laws, or other applicable regulations.
8. Approval of this request shall not waive compliance with all sections of the
Development Code, all other applicable City Ordinances, and any applicable
Specific Plan in effect at the.time of building permit issuance.
9. All site, grading, land scapelirrigation, and roof plans, and elevation plans shall
be coordinated for consistency prior to issuance of City permits (such as
grading, tree removal; encroachment, building, etc.,) or approved use has
commenced, whichever comes first.
10. The property owner/applicant shall remove the public hearing notice board
within three days of this project's approval.
11. The applicant shall comply with the requirements of City Planning, Building and
Safety Divisions, Public Works Department, and the Fire Department.
D. FEES/DEPOSITS
1. Applicant shall pay development fees (including but not limited to Planning,
Building and Safety Divisions, Public Works Department and Mitigation
Monitoring) at the established rates, prior to issuance of building or grading
permit (whichever comes first), as required by the City. School fees as required
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shall be paid prior to the issuance of building permit. In addition, the applicant
shall pay all remaining prorated City project review and processing fees prior to
issuance of grading or building permit, whichever comes first.
2. Prior to any plan check, all deposit accounts for the processing of this project
shall have no deficits.
C. TIME LIMITS
The approval of Development Review and Tree Permit No. PL2013-571 expires
within two years from the date of approval if the use has not been exercised as
defined per Diamond Bar Municipal Code (DBMC) Section 22.66.050 (b)(1). In
accordance with DBMC Section 22.60.050(c), the applicant may request, in
writing, a one-year time extension for Planning Commission consideration.
Such a request must be submitted to the Planning Division prior to the
expiration date and be accompanied by the review fee in accordance with the
fee schedule in effect at the time of submittal.
D. SITE DEVELOPMENT
This approval is to construct a new 12,362 square -foot, multi-level, single-family
residence with an attached 935 square -foot garage at 23121 Ridge Line Road,
as described in the staff report and depicted on the approved plans on file with
the Planning Division, subject to the conditions listed below.
2. The construction documents submitted for plan check shall be in substantial
compliance with the architectural plans approved by the Planning Commission,
as modified pursuant to the conditions below. If the plan check submittal is not
in substantial compliance with the approved Development Review submittal, the
pians may require further staff review and re -notification of the surrounding
property owners, which may delay the project and entail additional fees.
3. To ensure compliance with the provisions of the Planning Commission
approval, a final inspection is required from the Planning Division when work for
any phase of the project has been completed. The applicant shall inform the
Planning Division and schedule an appointment for such an inspection.
4. The above conditions shall run with the land and shall be binding upon all future
owners, operators, or successors thereto of the property. Non-compliance with
any condition of approval or mitigation measure imposed as a condition of the
approval shall constitute a violation of the City's Development Code. Violations
may be enforced in accordance with the provisions of the Development Code.
5. Failure to comply with any of the conditions set forth above or as subsequently
amended in writing by the City, may result in failure to obtain a building final
and/or a certificate of occupancy until full compliance is reached. The City's
requirement for full compliance may require minor corrections and/or complete
demolition of a non-compliant improvement, regardless of costs incurred where
the project does not comply with design requirements and approvals that the
applicant agreed to when permits were pulled to construct the project.
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6. The project site shall be developed and maintained in substantial conformance
with the approved plans submitted to, approved, and amended herein by the
Planning Commission, on file with the Planning Division, the conditions
contained herein, and the Development Code regulations.
7. All ground -mounted utility appurtenances such as transformers, air conditioning
condensers, etc., shall be located out of public view and adequately screened
through the use of a combination of concrete or masonry walls, berms, and/or
landscaping to the satisfaction of the Planning Division.
8. All roof -mounted equipment shall be screened from public view.
9. All structures, including walls, trash enclosures,
canopies,
etc., shall be
maintained in a
structurally sound, safe manner with a
clean, orderly
appearance. All
graffiti shall be removed within
72 hours by the property
owners/occupant.
10. All landscaping,
structures, architectural features
and public
improvements
damaged during
construction shall be repaired
or replaced
upon project
completion.
E. SOLID WASTE
1. The site shall be maintained in a condition, which is free of debris both during
and after the construction, addition, or implementation of the entitlement
approved herein. The removal of all trash, debris, and refuse, whether during
or subsequent to construction shall be done only by the property owner,
applicant or by a duly permitted waste contractor, who has been authorized by
the City to provide collection, transportation, and disposal of solid waste from
residential, commercial, construction, and industrial areas within the City. It
shall be the applicant's obligation to insure that the waste contractor used has
obtained permits from the City of Diamond Bar to provide such services.
2. Mandatory solid waste disposal services shall be provided by the City
franchised waste hauler to all parcels/lots or uses affected by approval of this
project.
F. FIRE PROTECTION STANDARDS
1. Development shall be constructed to reduce the potential for spread of
brushfire.
a. In the case of a conflict, where more restrictive provisions are contained
in the Uniform Building Code or in the fire code, the more restrictive
provisions shall prevail.
b. Roofs shall be covered with noncombustible materials as defined in the
building code. Open eave ends shall be stopped in order to prevent bird
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nests or other combustible material lodging within the roof and to
preclude entry of flames.
C. Exterior walls shall be surfaced with noncombustible or fire-resistant
materials.
d. Balconies, patio roofs, eaves and other similar overhangs shall be of
noncombustible construction or shall be protected by fire-resistant
material in compliance with the building code.
2. All development shall be constructed with adequate water supply and pressure
for all proposed development in compliance with standards established by the
fire marshal.
3. A permanent fuel modification area shall be required around development
projects or portions thereof that are adjacent or exposed to hazardous fire areas
for the purpose of fire protection. The required width of the fuel modification
area shall be based on applicable building and fire codes and a fire hazard
analysis study developed by the fire marshal. In the event abatement is not
performed, the council may instruct the fire marshal to give notice to the owner
of the property upon which the condition exists to correct the prohibited
condition. If the owner fails to correct the condition, the council may cause the
abatement to be performed and make the expense of the correction a lien on
the property upon which the conditions exist.
4. Fuel modification areas shall incorporate soil erosion and sediment control
measures to alleviate permanent scarring and accelerated erosion.
5. If the fire marshal determines in any specific case that difficult terrain, danger of
erosion, or other unusual circumstances make strict compliance with the
clearance of vegetation undesirable or impractical, the frre marshal may
suspend enforcement and require reasonable alternative measures designed to
advance the purposes of this chapter.
6. Special construction features may be required in the design of structures where
site investigations confirm potential geologic hazards.
11. APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT, (909) 839-7040,
FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
A. GENERAL
An Erosion Control Plan shall be submitted concurrently with the grading plan
clearly detailing erosion control measures. These measures shall be
implemented during construction. The erosion control plan shall conform to
national Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) standards and
incorporate the appropriate Best Management Practices (BMP's) as specified in
the Storm Water BMP Certification.
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2. Grading and construction activities and the transportation of equipment and
materials and operation of heavy grading equipment shall be limited to between
the hours of '7.00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday. Dust
generated by grading and construction activities shall be reduced by watering
the soil prior to and during the activities and in accordance with South Coast Air
Quality Management District Rule 402 and Rule 403. Reclaimed water shall be
used whenever possible. In addition, all construction equipment shall be
properly muffled to reduce noise levels.
1. Prior to grading plan submittal, a geotechnical report prepared by a
Geotechnical Engineer, licensed by the State of California, shall be submitted
by the applicant for approval by the City.
2. Upon approval of the geotechnical report, the applicant shall submit drainage
and grading plans prepared by a Civil Engineer, licensed by the State of
California, prepared in accordance with the City's requirements for the City's
review and approval. A list of requirements for grading plan check is available
from the Public Works Department. All grading (cut and fill) calculations shall
be submitted to the City concurrently with the grading plan.
3. Finished slopes shall conform to City Code Section 22.22.080 -Grading.
4. All easements and flood hazard areas shall be clearly identified on the grading
plan.
5. The grading plan shall show the location of any retaining walls and the
elevations of the top of wall/footing/retaining and the finished grade on both
sides of the retaining wall. Construction details for retaining walls shall be
shown on the grading plan. Calculations and details of retaining walls shall be
submitted to the Building and Safety Division for review and approval
6. All equipment staging areas shall be located on the project site. Staging area,
including material stockpile and equipment storage area, shall be enclosed
within a six foot -high chain link fence. All access points in the defense shall be
locked whenever the construction site is not supervised.
7. Grading of the. subject property shall 'be in accordance with the California
Building Code, City Grading Ordinance, Hillside Management Ordinance and
acceptable grading practices.
8. The maximum grade of driveways serving building pad areas shall be
20 percent. In hillside areas driveway grades exceeding 20 percent shall have
parking landings with a minimum 16 feet deep and shall not exceed five
(5) percent grade or as required by the City Engineer. Driveways with a slope of
20 percent shall incorporate grooves for traction into the construction as
required by the City Engineer.
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9. All slopes shall be seeded per landscape plan and/or fuel modification plan with
native grasses or planted with ground cover, shrubs, and trees for erosion
control upon completion of grading or some other alternative method of erosion
control shall be completed to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
10. Prior to the issuance of building permits, a pre -construction meeting shall be
held at the project site with the grading contractor, applicant, and city grading
inspector at least 48 hours prior to commencing grading operations.
11. Rough grade certifications by project soils and civil engineers shall be
submitted prior to issuance of building permits for the foundation of the
residential structure. Retaining wall permits may be issued without a rough
grade certificate.
12. Final grade certifications by project civil engineers shall be submitted to the
Public Works Department prior to the issuance of any project final
inspections/certificate of occupancy respectively.
C. DRAINAGE
1. Detailed drainage system information of the lot with careful attention to any
flood hazard area shall be submitted. All drainage/runoff from the development
shall be conveyed from the site to the natural drainage course. No on-site
'd.rginagp shall be conveyed to adjacent parcels, unless that is the natural
drainage course.
III. APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE BUILDING AND SAFETY DIVISION,
(909) 839-7020, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
A. GENERAL CONDITIONS
1. At the time of plan check submittal, plans and construction shall conform to
current State and Local Building Code (i.e., 2013 California Building Code
series will apply) requirements and all other applicable construction codes,
ordinances and regulations in effect.
2. Provisions for Cal Green shall be implemented onto plans and certification shall
be provided by a third party as required by the Building Division. Specific water,
waste, low VOC, and related conservation ,measures shall be shown on plans.
Construction shall conform to the current Cal Green Code.
3. Only one single family dwelling is allowed on this property unless specifically
approved otherwise per CBC 202. The basement wet bar shall not be used as
a kitchen.
4. The basement level shall not be used for sleeping purposes and is used for
indoor recreation.
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1. The minimum design load for wind in this area is 116 M.P.H. exposures "C° and
the site is within seismic zone D or E. The applicant shall submit drawings and
calculations prepared by a California State licensed Architect/Engineer with wet
stamp and signature.
2. This project shall comply with the energy conservation requirements of the
State of California Energy Commission. All lighting shall be high efficacy or
equivalent per the current California Energy Code 119 and 150(k).
3. Indoor air quality shall be provided consistent with ASHRAE 62.2 as required
per California Energy Code 150(o).
4. Public Works/Engineering Department is required to review and approve
grading plans that clearly show all finish elevations, drainage, and retaining
wall(s) locations. These plans shall be consistent with the site plan submitted to
the Building & Safety Division.
5. "Separate permits are required for pool, spa, detached trellises, fountains, and
retaining walls" and shall be noted on plans.
6. All balconies shall be designed for 601b/ft live load.
7. All easements shall be shown on the site plan.
8. Fire Department approval shall be required. Contact the Fire Department to
check the fire zone for the location of your property. If this project is located in
High Hazard Fire Zone, it shall meet requirements of the fire zone per
CBC Chapter 7A.
a. All unenclosed under -floor areas shall be constructed as exterior wall.
b. All openings into the attic, floor and/or other enclosed areas shall be
covered with corrosion -resistant wire mesh not less than 1/4 inch or more
than 1/2 inch in any dimension except where such openings are equipped
with sash or door.
c. Eaves shall be protected.
d. Exterior construction shall be one-hour or non-combustible.
e. Fuel modification plans shall be approved through LA County Fire Fuel
Modification Unit.
f. LA County Fire shall approve plans for fire flow availability due to home
being over 3600 sf as required per CFC Appendix 13165.1.
9. All retaining walls shall be separately submitted to the Building and Safety and
Public Works/Engineering Departments for review and approval.
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10. Heights of the retaining walls around the stair area shall be clearly shown on
plans and structurally designed consistently for approval.
11. A soils report is required per CBC 1803 and all recommendations of the soils
report shall be adhered to.
12. Slope setbacks shall be consistent with California Building Code Figure
1805.3.1 and California Residential Code R403.1.7. Foundations shall provide
a minimum distance to daylight.
C. PERMIT — ITEMS REQUIRED PRIOR TO BUILDING PERMIT ISSUANCE
1. Solid waste management of construction material shall incorporate recycling
material collection per Diamond Bar Municipal Code 8.16 of Title 8. The
contractor shall complete all required forms and pay applicable deposits prior to
permit.
2. Prior to building permit issuance, all school district fees shall be paid. Please
obtain a form from the Building and Safety Division to take directly to the school
district.
3. Submit grading plans clearly showing all finish elevations, drainage, and
retaining wall locations. No building permits shall be issued prior to submitting
a pad certification.
4. South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD) notification is required at
least 10 days prior to any demolition. Proof of notification is required at permit
issuance.
5. All workers on the job shall be covered by workman's compensation insurance
under a licensed general contractor. Any changes to the contractor shall be
updated on the building permit.
D. CONSTRUCTION -- CONDITIONS REQUIRED DURING CONSTRUCTION
1. Fire sprinklers are required for new single family dwellings (CRC R313.2).
Sprinklers shall be approved by LA County Fire Department prior to installation
and shall be inspected at framing stage and finalization of construction.
2. Occupancy of the facilities shall not commence until all California Building Code
and State Fire Marshal regulations have been met. The buildings shall be
inspected for compliance prior to occupancy.
3. Every permit issued by the building official under the provisions of this Code
shall expire and become null and void unless the work authorized by such
permit is commenced within ane -hundred -eighty (180) days after permit
issuance, and if a successful inspection has not been obtained from the building
official within one -hundred -eighty (180) days from the date of permit issuance or
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the last successful inspection. . A successful inspection shall mean a
documented passed inspection by the city building inspector as outlined in
Section 110.6.
4. The project shall be protected by a construction fence to the satisfaction of the
Building Official. All fencing shall be view obstructing with opaque surfaces.
5. All structures and property shall be maintained in a safe and clean manner
during construction. The property shall be free of debris, trash, and weeds.
6. All equipment staging areas shall be maintained in an orderly manner and
screened behind a minimum 6' high fence.
7. A height and setback survey may be required at completion of framing and
foundation construction phases, respectively.
8. The project shall be protected by a construction fence and shall comply with the
NPDES & BMP requirements (sand bags, etc.)
9. The location of property lines and building pad may require a survey to be
determined by the building inspection during foundation and/or frame
inspection.
10. The applicant shall contact Dig Alert and have underground utility locations
marked by the utility companies prior to any excavation. Contact Dig Alert by
dialing 811 or their website at www.diga_I_ert.org.
11. Any changes or deviation from approved plans during the course of
construction shall be approved by the City prior to proceeding with any work.
12. All glazing in hazardous locations shall be labeled as safety glass. The labeling
shall be visible for inspection.
13. Carbon monoxide detectors are required in halls leading to sleeping rooms per
CRC R315.
14. Drainage patterns shall match the approved grading/drainage plan from the
Public Works/Engineering Department. Surface water shall drain away from the
building at a 2% minimum slope. The final as -built conditions shall match the
grading/drainage plan or otherwise approved as -built grading/drainage plan.
15. Decks, roofs, and other flat surfaces shall slope at least 114"/ft with approved
and listed water proofing material. Guardrails shall be provided for these
surfaces at least 42" minimum in height, 4" maximum spacing between rails,
and capable of resisting at least 20 pounds per lineal foot of lateral load.
16. Special inspections and structural observation will be required in conformance
to CBC 1704 to 1709.
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