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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC 2015-16IN:oMEMO A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DEVELOPMENT REVIEW NO. PL2015-48 TO REMODEL THE FACADE OF AN EXISTING, 8,912 SQUARE -FOOT, TWO-STORY COMMERCIAL BUILDING WITH ON-SITE IMPROVEMENTS ON A 27,440 GROSS SQUARE -FOOT (0.63 GROSS ACRES) LOT LOCATED AT 21450 GOLDEN SPRINGS DRIVE, DIAMOND BAR, CA 91765 (APN 8763-041-038). A. RECITALS 1. The property owner, 21450 Golden Springs, LLC, and applicant, Drafting and Design, LTD, have filed an application for Development Review No. PL2015-48 to remodel the fapade of an existing 8,912 square -foot, two- story commercial building with on-site improvements located at 21450 Golden Springs Drive, Di.amond Bar, County of Los Angeles, California. 2. The subject property is made up of one parcel totaling 27,440 gross square feet (0.63 gross acres). It is located in the Commercial Office (CO) zone with a consistent underlying General Plan land use designation of Commercial Office. 3. The legal description of the subject property is POR of NW'/4 of SEC 16 T2S R9W. The Assessor's Parcel Number is 8763-001-038. 4. On July 16, 2015, public hearing notices were mailed to property owners within a 500 -foot radius of the Project site. Public notices were posted at the project site and the City'.s three designated community posting sites. On July 17, 2015, notification of the public hearing for this project was published in the San Gabriel Valley Tribune and the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin newspapers. 5. On July 28, 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 C. 2. The Planning Commission hereby determines the Exempt from the provisions of the California (CEQA) pursuant to the provisions of Article 1 Facilities) of the CEQA Guidelines. Therefore, review is required. FINDINGS OF FACT Project to be Categorically Environmental Quality Act 9, Section 15301 (Existing no further environmental Based on the findings and conclusions set forth herein and as prescribed under Diamond Bar Municipal Code (DBMC) Section 22.48, this Planning Commission hereby finds as follows: Development Review Findings DBMC Section 22.48.040 The design and layout of the proposed development is consistent with the applicable elements of the City's General Plan, City Design Guidelines, and development standards of the applicable district, design guidelines, and architectural criteria for special areas (e.g., theme areas, specific plans, community plans, boulevards or planned developments): The proposed exterior fagade remodel is consistent with the applicable elements of the City's General Plan, City Design Guidelines and development standards by complying with all of the required setbacks and regulations. The proposed facade changes are designed in a contemporary architectural style, with Italian influences, and incorporates architectural details such as decorative wrought iron grilles, corbel moldings underneath the cornice of parapet walls at the building focal points, and wall sconces throughout the street facing elevations. In addition, the massing of the focal points project outward from the building walls to create changes in plane and add architectural interest to the facade. The fenestration will consist of bronze anodized frames for doors and windows. The building will be finished with a textured stucco material in a three toned color palette and cultured stone veneer on vertical support columns. The fagade remodel is also consistent with the City's Commercial Design Guidelines Pages 5-93, which incorporates the following principles: ➢ Monotony of building design as well as busyness is avoided. Variation in wall place, roof line, finish materials are used to prevent monotonous appearance in buildings,- The uildings, The exterior building design, including roof style, color, materials, architectural form and detailing is consistent on all elevations of each building to achieve design harmony and continuity within itself, ➢ Articulation and accent color for identity and interest is provided for the building entrances, 7 Planning Commission Resolution No. 2015-16 Introduction of elements which transition to the human scale, particularly near the ground; and Landscaping is used to enhance architectural design and soften hard building edges as well as to separate parking areas and buildings from the street and other land uses. The project site is not a part of any 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; The proposed improvements will not interfere with the use or enjoyment of neighboring existing or, future developments because the use of the project site is designated for commercial office uses and is relatively isolated from other similar uses. The adjoining Caltrans yard and further west located self - storage facility are the nearest land uses in close proximity to the subject property. 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 building facade is designed in a contemporary architectural style with earth -tone textured stucco shades for the exterior wall finish and cultured stone veneer on vertical columns supporting parapet walls at focal points of the building to soften the building's visual impact, therefore, is compatible with the recently renovated commercial buildings in the vicinity. There is no specific plan for the project area. 4. The design of the proposed development will provide a desirable environment for its occupants and visiting public as well as its neighbors through good aesthetic 'use of materials, texture, color, and will remain aesthetically appealing; The proposed building changes have been designed in a contemporary architectural style, with Italian influences, and incorporates architectural details such as decorative wrought iron grilles, corbel moldings underneath the cornice of parapet walls at the building focal points, and wall sconces throughout the street facing elevations. in addition, the massing of the focal points project outward from the building walls to create changes in plane and add architectural interest to the facade. The fenestration will consist of bronze anodized frames for doors and windows. The building will be finished 3 Planning Commission Resolution No. 2015-1e with a textured stucco material in a three toned color palette and cultured stone veneer an vertical support columns. 5. The proposed development will not be detrimental to public health, safety or welfare or materially injurious (e.g., negative effect on property values or resale(s) of property) to the properties or improvements in the vicinity; and Before the issuance of any City permits, the proposed project is required to comply with all conditions within the approved resolution, and the Building and Safety Division and Public Works Departments requirements. Through the permit and inspection process, the referenced agencies will ensure that the proposed project is not detrimental to the public health, safety or welfare or materially injurious to the properties or improvements in the vicinity. 6. The proposed project has been reviewed in compliance with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The proposed project is categorically exempt from the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) as set forth under Article 19 Section 15301 (Existing Facilities) of the CEQA Guidelines. 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. 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. 3. Prior to installation of any new signs on the property, with the exception of regulatory, wayfinding, directional, traffic, and parking signs, a Comprehensive Sign Program (CSP) shall -be reviewed and approved by the Planning Commission. 4. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the existing pole sign structure shall be removed. 5. Standard Conditions. The applicant shall comply with the standard development conditions attached hereto. 4 Planning Commission Resolution No. 2015-16 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, 21450 Golden Springs, LLC, 774 Pinefalls Avenue, Walnut, CA 91789, and applicant, Drafting and Design, LTD, 158 W. Orange Street, Covina, CA 91723. APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 28th -DAY OF JULY 2015, BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF -THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR. By: _ t� Rut6 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 28th day of July, 2015, by the following vote: AYES: Commissioners: Farago, Mahl.ke, Nishimura, Chair/Low NOES` Commissioners: None ABSENT: Commissioners: None ABSTAIN: Commissioners: None ATTEST: Greg Gubman, Secretary 5 DR No. PL2015-48 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT __ryaq STANDARD CONDITIONS USE PERMITS, COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL NEW AND REMODELED STRUCTURES PROJECT #: Development Review No. PL 2015-48 SUBJECT: To remodel the facade of an existing 8,912 square -foot, two-story commercial buildinq with on-site improvements. PROPERTY 21450 Golden Springs, LLC OWNER: 774 Pinefalls Avenue Walnut, CA 91789 APPLICANT: Drafting and Design, LTD 158 W. Orange Street Covina, CA 91723 LOCATION: 21450 Golden S�rin s Drive Diamond Bar CA 91765 ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY TO YOUR PROJECT. APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE PLANNING DIVISION AT (909) 839-7030, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: A. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 1. The applicant shall defend, indemnify, -and hold harmless the City, and its officers, agents and employees, from any claim, action, or proceeding to attack, set-aside, void or annul, the approval of Development Review No. PL2015-48 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. 6 Planning Commission Resolution No. 201 5-9 6 (b) Applicant shall promptly pay any final judgment rendered against the City defendants. The City shall promptly notify the applicant of any claim, action of proceeding, and shall cooperate fully in the defense thereof. 2. This approval shall not be effective for any purpose until the applicant and owner of the property involved have filed, within twenty-one (21) days of approval of this Development Review No. PL2015-48, 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. 2015-16, Standard Conditions, and all environmental mitigations shall be included on the plans (full size). The sheet(s) are for information only to all parties involved in the construction/grading activities and are not required to be wet sealed/stamped by a licensed Engineer/Architect. 5. Prior to the plan check, revised site plans and building elevations incorporating all Conditions of Approval shall be submitted for Planning. Division review and approval. 6. Prior to any use of the project site or business activity being commenced thereon, all conditions of approval shall be completed. , 7. The project site shall be maintained and operated in full compliance with the conditions of approval and all laws, or other applicable regulations. 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, landscapelirrigation, 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 Planning and Building and Safety Divisions, Public Works/Engineering Department, and the Los Angeles County Fire Department. 7 Planning Commission Resolution No. 2015-16 B. FEESIDEPOSITS 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 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 1. The approval of Development Review No. PL2015-48 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 1. The project site shall be developed and maintained in substantial conformance with the approved plans submitted to, approved, and amended herein by the City Council, on file with the Planning Division, the conditions contained herein, and the Development Code regulations. 2. 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. 3. All roof -mounted equipment shall be screened from public view. 4. 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 ownersloccupant. 5. No occupancy permit can be granted, until all improvements required by this approval have been properly constructed, inspected, and approved, except as otherwise permitted by the Building Official. 8 Planning Commission Resolution No. 2015-16 6. Prior -to issuance of a building permit, the location, size, and screening of all building utility service connections, including water, gas, and electric service, fire service, and irrigation connections shall be approved by the Community Development Director. All changes to building utility connections shall be approved by the Community Development Director prior to construction. Building utility connections shall be located, sized and screened in such a manner that they have the least possible impact on the design of the building and site. The architect of record shall be directly involved in the design and placement of all site and building service connections and shall sign all plans submitted to the City which locate, size and/or screen utility connections. 7. Additional plant materials may be required by the Community Development Director and shall be planted prior to final occupancy in order to screen utility connections, valves, backflow devices, and all above ground appurtenances, etc., to the satisfaction of the Community Development Director. This determination shall be made in the field after all screen utility connections, valves, backflow devices, and all above ground appurtenances, etc. have been installed and inspected. Tel 9 FOX a sV 2 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. APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT, (909) 839-7040, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: l�e�'�►f`�7s1 1. An Erosion Control Plan shall be submitted concurrently with the grading plan clearly detailing erosion control measures. These measures shall be implemented during construction. The erosion control plan shall conform to national Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) standards and incorporate the appropriate Best Management Practices (BMP's) as specified in the Storm Water BMP Certification. For construction activity which disturbs one acre or greater soil a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Pian (SWPPP) will be needed. 9 Planning Commission Resolution No. 2015-16 B. 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 drainage shall be conveyed to adjacent parcels, unless that is the natural drainage course. 2. Prior to the issuance of a grading permit, a complete hydrology and hydraulic study shall be prepared by a Civil Engineer registered in the State of California to the satisfaction of the City Engineer and Los Angeles Public Works Department. C. OFF-SITE STREET IMPROVEMENTS 1. Applicant shall construct a five-foot wide sidewalk (the length of the subject property's frontage) behind the existing curb and a new driveway approach in accordance with current American Public Works Association (APWA) standards. All public improvement shall be approved by the City Engineer, constructed with an encroachment permit and completed prior to final inspection/certificate of occupancy issuance. 2. The applicant shall replace and record any centerline ties and monuments that are removed as part of this construction with the Los Angeles County Public Works Survey Division. 3. Prior to the issuance of any permits, the applicant shall provide written permission to the satisfaction of the City from any property owners which will be affected by offsite grading. 4. Street improvement plans in a 24" x 36" sheet format, prepared by a registered Civil Engineer, shall be submitted to and approved by the City Engineer. Streets shall not exceed a maximum slope of 12 percent. 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. B. PLAN CHECK — ITEMS TO BE ADDRESSED PRIOR TO PLAN APPROVAL 1. The minimum design load for wind in this area is 110 M.P.H. exposures "C" and the site is within seismic zone D or E. The applicant shall submit drawings and 10 Planning Commission Resolution No. 2915-16 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. Public Works/Engineering Department is required to review and approve grading plans that clearly show all finish elevations, drainage, and retaining wall(s) locations. These plans shall be consistent with the site plan submitted to the Building and Safety Division. 4. "Separate permit shall be required for all wall and monument signs" and shall be noted on plans. 5. Number of plumbing fixtures shall be in compliance with CPC T-4=1. 6. Provide at least one bathroom for each sex per CBC 412.3. 7. All easements shall be shown on the site plan. 8. Ail new openings in the exterior facade shall be clearly identified and structurally designed to be retrofitted by a registered professional engineer. 9. The north door shall not be utilized as an entry door and shall be shown as not a required exit for plan check. 10. The ADA entry ramp at the street shall provide handrails, guide rails, slip - resistant surface, rail extensions, and a slope no more than 1:12. Truncated domes shall be provided where entering vehicular paths. 11. The existing west roofs shall not be extended any closer than existing conditions. All eaves in this area shall be fire protected. 12. The adequacy of the electrical service shall be justified in plan check. 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. AQMD notification is required at least 10 days prior to any demolition. Proof of notification is required at permit issuance. 11 Planning Commission Resolution No. 2015-16 3. 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. 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. 2. The building permit shall be valid for 90 -days consistent with CBC 105.5.1 as adopted by DBMC 15.00.120. An extension may be granted with approval by the Building Official. 3. 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. 4. 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. 5. All equipment staging areas shall be maintained in an orderly manner and screened behind a minimum 6' high fence. 6. The project shall be protected by a construction fence and shall comply with the NPDES & BMP requirements (sand bags, etc.). i. 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. 8. The applicant shall contact Dig Alert and have underground utility locations marked by the utility companies prior to any excavation. Contact Dig Alert by dialing 811 or their website at www.digalert.org. 9. Any changes or deviation from approved plans during the course of construction shall be approved by the City prior to proceeding with any work. 10. All glazing in hazardous locations shall be labeled as safety glass. The labeling shall be visible for inspection. 11. Drainage patterns shall match the approved grading/drainage plan from the Public Works/Engineering Department. Surface water shall drain away from the building at a 2% minimum slope. The final as -built conditions shall match the grading/drainage plan or otherwise approved as -built grading/drainage plan. 12. Decks, roofs, and other flat surfaces shall slope at least 1/4"/ft with approved and listed water proofing material. Guardrails shall be provided for these 12 Planning Commission Resolution No. 2015-16 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. 13. Special inspections and structural observation will be required in conformance to CBC 1704 to 1709. 14. All plumbing fixtures including existing areas shall have low flow type fixtures installed consistent with California Civil Code Section 1101.1 to 1101.8. 15. Occupancy of the previously permitted tenant improvement may not occur until a staging plan showing how occupants will be protected during construction is approved by Building & Safety. 4MD 13 Planning Commission Resolution No. 2015-16