HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC 2014-29A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND
BAR, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DEVELOPMENT REVIEW AND TREE PERMIT
NO. PL2014-238 TO CONSTRUCT A NEW 11,395 SQUARE -FOOT, THREE-LEVEL,
SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE WITH AN ATTACHED 1,074 SQUARE -FOOT, 5 -CAR
GARAGE, AND 1,394 SQUARE FEET OF BALCONYIPATIOIPORCH AREAS ON A
49,223 GROSS SQUARE -FOOT (1.13 GROSS ACRES) LOT; AND A TREE PERMIT
TO REMOVE ONE MULTI -TRUNK BLACK WALNUT TREE TO BE REPLACED AT
A MINIMUM 3:1 RATIO LOCATED AT 2112 ROCKY VIEW ROAD, DIAMOND BAR,
CA 91765 (APN 8713-030-001).
A. RECITALS
The property owner, Chacko C. Jacob, and applicant, Pete Volbeda, have filed
an application for Development Review and Tree Permit No. PL2014-238 to
construct a new 11,395 square -foot, three-level, single-family residence with an
attached 1,074 square -foot, 5 -car garage, and 1,394 square feet of
balcony/patio/porch areas located at 2112 Rocky View 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 11,395 square -foot, three-level,
single-family residence with an attached 1,074 square -foot, 5 -car garage,
and 1,394 square feet of ba Icon ylpatiolporch areas;
(b) Tree Permit to remove one multi -trunk Black Walnut tree to be replaced with
six, 24 -inch box Black Walnut trees.
Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Development Review and Tree Permit
shall be referred to as the "Proposed Project."
3. The subject property is made up of one parcel totaling 49,223 square feet
(1.13 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 123 of Tract 30091. The
Assessor's Parcel Number is 8713-030-001.
5. On November 14, 2014, notification of the public hearing for this project was
published in the San Gabriel Valley Tribune and the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin
newspapers. On November 12, 2014, public hearing notices were mailed to
property owners within a 1,000 -foot radius of the Project site. Public notices were
posted at the City's designated community posting sites on November 14, 2014.
In addition to the published and mailed notices, the project site was posted with
a display board and the notice was posted at three other locations within the
project vicinity.
6. On November 25, 2014, the Planning Commission of the City of Diamond Bar
conducted a duly noticed public hearing, solicited testimony from all interested
individuals, and concluded said hearing on that date.
B. RESOLUTION
NOW, THEREFORE, it is found, determined and resolved by the Planning Commission
of the City of Diamond Bar as follows:
The Planning Commission hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth
in the Recitals, Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct; and
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
1. The design and layout of the proposed development is consistent with the
applicable elements of the City's General Plan, City Design Guidelines, and
development standards of the applicable district, design guidelines, and
architectural criteria for special areas (e.g., theme areas, specific plans,
community plans, boulevards or planned developments):
The design and layout of the proposed single-family residence consisting of
11,395 square feet of floor area; 1,074 square -foot garage area, and 1,394
square feet of balcony/patio/porch areas is consistent with the City's General
Plan, City Design Guidelines and development standards by meeting 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 float textured stucco and stone veneer walls,
concrete the roof, low pitched hip and valley roof lines and appropriate massing
and proportion to meet the intent of the City's Design Guidelines.
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The project site is not part of any theme area, specific plan, community plan,
boulevard or planned development.
2. The design and layout of the proposed development will not interfere with the use
and enjoyment of neighboring existing or future developments, and will not create
traffic or pedestrian hazards;
The proposed 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. It is designed in an Eclectic
Prairie style of architecture with earth -tone shades for the exterior finish to soften
the building's visual impact and assist in preserving the hillside's aesthetic value.
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 Prairie 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 concrete roof tile, float textured stucco with stone veneer on
walls, and 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
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 rep lacementlrelocation standards) below.
There is one protected (multi -trunk Black Walnut) tree on the property. The
preservation of the Black Walnut tree is not feasible because it would
compromise the necessary grading activities to facilitate the design and
construction of the project. The applicant is proposing to replace the Black
Walnut tree with six 24 -inch box Black Walnut trees, exceeding the minimum
required 3:1 ratio for replacement of protected trees. The planting of six new
Black Walnut trees 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 float textured stucco
application or decorative stone veneer to match the proposed exterior wall finish
of the house.
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. 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, Chacko C. Jacob, 14311 Newport Ave., #G-513,
Tustin, CA 92780, and applicant Pete Volbeda, 180 N. Benson Ave.
Suite D, Upland, CA 91786.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 25th DAY OF NOVEMBER 2014, BY THE PLANNING
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR.
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I, Greg Gubma , , tanning 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 November, 2014, by the.following vote:
AYES: Commissioners:
NOES: Commissioners:
ABSENT: Commissioners
ABSTAIN: Commissioners
ATTEST:
Greg Gubman, Secretary
Low, Mahlke, P.irritano, Chair/Farago
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
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STANDARD CONDITIONS
USE PERMITS, COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL NEW AND
REMODELED STRUCTURES
PROJECT #: Development Review and Tree Permit No. PL 2014-238
SUBJECT: To construct to construct a new 11,395 square -foot, three-level,
single-family residence with an attached 1,074 square -foot, 5 -car
arae and 1,394 square feet of balcony/pat o/orch areas• and a
Tree Permit to remove one multi -trunk Black Walnut tree to be
replaced at a minimum 3:1 ratio.
PROPERTY Chacko C. Jacob
OWNER(S): 14311 Newport Ave., #G-513
Tustin, CA 92780
APPLICANT: Pete Volbeda
180 N. Benson Ave. Suite D
Upland, CA 99786
LOCATION: 2112 Rocky View Road 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
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. PL2014-238 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 -
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(a) Applicant shall provide a defense to the City defendants or at the City's
option reimburse the City its costs of defense, including reasonable
attorneys fees, incurred in defense of such claims.
(b) Applicant shall promptly pay any final judgment rendered against the City
defendants. The City shall promptly notify the applicant of any claim,
action of proceeding, and shall cooperate fully in the defense thereof.
2. This approval shall not be effective for any purpose until the applicant and owner
of the property involved have filed, within twenty-one (21) days of approval of this
Development Review and Tree Permit No. PL2014-238, 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. 2014-29, Standard
Conditions, and all environmental mitigations shall be included on the plans (full
size). The sheet(s) are for information only to all parties .involved in the
construction/grading activities and are not required to be wet sealed/stamped by
a licensed Engineer/Architect.
5. Prior to the plan check, revised site plans and building elevations incorporating
all Conditions of Approval shall be submitted for Planning Division review and
approval.
6. Prior to any use of the project site or business activity being commenced thereon,
all conditions of approval shall be completed.
7. The project site shall be maintained and operated in full compliance with the
conditions of approval and all laws, or other applicable regulations.
8. Approval of this request shall not waive compliance with all sections of the
Development Code, all other applicable City Ordinances, and any applicable
Specific Plan in effect at the time of building permit issuance.
9. All site, grading, landscape/irrigation, and roof plans, and elevation plans shall be
coordinated for consistency prior to issuance of City permits (such as grading,
tree removal, encroachment, building, etc.,) or approved use has commenced,
whichever comes first.
10. The property owner/applicant shall remove the public hearing notice board within
three days of this project's approval.
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11. The applicant shall comply with the requirements of City Planning, Building and
Safety Divisions, Public Works Department, and the Fire Department.
B. FEES/DEPOSITS
Applicant shall pay development fees (including but not limited to Planning,
Building and Safety Divisions, Public Works Department and Mitigation
Monitoring) at the established rates, prior to issuance of building or grading permit
(whichever comes first), as required by the City. School fees as required shall
be paid prior to the issuance of building permit. In addition, the applicant shall
pay all remaining prorated City project review and processing fees prior to
issuance of grading or building permit, whichever comes first.
2. Prior to any plan check, all deposit accounts for the processing of this project
shall have no deficits.
C. TIME LIMITS
The approval of Development Review and Tree Permit No. PL2014-238 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). The
applicant may request in writing a one year time extension subject to DBMC
Section 22.60.050(c) for Planning Commission approval.
D. SITE DEVELOPMENT
This approval is for the site plan, elevations, and exterior materials for the
construction of a new 11,395 square -foot, three-level, single-family residence
with an attached 1,074 square -foot, 5 -car garage, and 1,394 square feet of
balcony/patio/porch areas at 2112 Rocky View Road, as described in the staff
report and depicted on the approved plans on file with the Planning Division,
subject to the conditions listed below.
2. The construction documents submitted for plan check shall be in substantial
compliance with the architectural plans approved by the Planning Commission,
as modified pursuant to the conditions below. If the plan check submittal is not
in substantial compliance with the approved Development Review submittal, the
plans may require further staff review and re -notification of the surrounding
property owners, which may delay the project and entail additional fees.
3. To ensure compliance with the provisions of the Planning Commission approval,
a final inspection is required from the Planning Division when work for any phase
of the project has been completed. The applicant shall inform the Planning
Division and schedule an appointment for such an inspection.
4. The above conditions shall run with the land and shall be binding upon all future
owners, operators, or successors thereto of the property. Non-compliance with
any condition of approval or mitigation measure imposed as a condition of the
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approval shall constitute a violation of the City's Development Code. Violations
may be enforced in accordance with the provisions of the Development Code.
5. Failure to comply with any of the conditions set forth above or as subsequently
amended in writing by the City, may result in failure to obtain a building final
and/or a certificate of occupancy until full compliance is reached. The City's
requirement for full compliance may require minor corrections and/or complete
demolition of a non-compliant improvement, regardless of costs incurred where
the project does not comply with design requirements and approvals that the
applicant agreed to when permits were pulled to construct the project.
6. The project site shall be developed and maintained in substantial conformance
with the approved plans submitted to, approved, and amended herein by the
Planning Commission, on file with the Planning Division, the conditions contained
herein, and the Development Code regulations.
7. All ground -mounted utility appurtenances such as transformers, air conditioning
condensers, etc., shall be located out of public view and adequately screened
through the use of a combination of concrete or masonry walls, berms, and/or
landscaping to the satisfaction of the Planning Division.
8. All roof -mounted equipment shall be screened from public view.
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.
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.
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F. FIRE PROTECTION STANDARDS
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
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 fire 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.
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APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT
A PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT, ,,' a 839-7040 4.000
FOV, COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: I
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. Please refer to City handouts.
2. The applicant shall comply with Low Impact Development (LID) requirements to
the satisfaction of the City Engineer. Please refer to City handouts.
3. Grading and construction activities and the transportation of equipment and
materials and operation of heavy grading equipment shall be limited to between
the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday. Dust generated
by grading and construction activities shall be reduced by watering the soil prior
to and during the activities and in accordance with South Coast Air Quality
Management District Rule 402 and Rule 403. Reclaimed water shall be used
whenever possible. In addition, all construction equipment shall be properly
muffled to reduce noise levels.
B. SOILS REPORTIGRAD INGIRETAINING WALLS
Prior to grading plan submittal, a geotechnical report prepared by a Geotechnical
Engineer, licensed by the State of California, shall be submitted by the applicant
for approval by the City.
2. Upon approval of the geotechnical report, the applicant shall submit drainage and
grading plans prepared by a Civil Engineer, licensed by the State of California,
prepared in accordance with the City's requirements for the City's review and
approval. A list of 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. 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.
5. All equipment staging areas shall be located on the project site. Staging area,
including material stockpile and equipment storage area, shall be enclosed within
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a six foot -high chain link fence. Ail access points in the defense shall be locked
whenever the construction site is not supervised.
6. Grading of the subject property shall be in accordance with the California Building
Code, City Grading Ordinance, Hillside Management Ordinance and acceptable
grading practices.
7. The maximum grade of driveways serving building pad areas shall be 15 percent.
In hillside areas driveway grades exceeding 15 percent shall have parking
landings with a minimum 16 feet deep and shall not exceed five (5) percent grade
or as required by the City Engineer. Driveways with a slope of 15 percent shall
incorporate grooves for traction into the construction as required by the City
Engineer.
8. 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.
9. 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.
10. 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.
11. 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 drainage
shall be conveyed to adjacent parcels, unless that is the natural drainage course.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE BUILDING AND SAFETY DIVISION, (909) 839-7020,
FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
A. GENERAL CONDITIONS
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.
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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 wet bar shall in the basement shall not
be used as a kitchen.
B. PLAN CHECK — ITEMS TO BE ADDRESSED PRIOR TO PLAN APPROVAL
1. The minimum design load for wind in this area is 85 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 Arch itectlEngineer with wet
stamp and signature.
2. An occupancy separation shall be provided between the dwelling unit and the
garage.
3. 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).
4. The minimum design load for wind in this area is 110 M.P.H. exposures °C" and
the site is within seismic zone D or E. The applicant shall submit drawings and
calculations prepared by a California State licensed ArchitectlEngineer with wet
stamp and signature.
5. This project shall comply with the energy conservation requirements of the State
of California Energy Commission. All lighting shall be high efficacy or equivalent
per the current California Energy Code 119 and 150(k).
6. Indoor air quality shall be provided consistent with ASHRAE 62.2 as required per
California Energy Code 150(0).
7. Public Works/Engineering Department is required to review and approve grading
plans that clearly show all finish elevations, drainage, and retaining wall(s)
locations. These plans shall be consistent with the site plan submitted to the
Building & Safety Division.
8. "Separate permits are required for pool, spa, and retaining walls" and shall be
noted on plans.
9. All balconies shall be designed for 60lb/ft live load.
10. All easements shall be shown on the site plan.
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11. 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 114 inch or more than 112 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 B105.1.
12. All retaining walls shall be separately submitted to the Building and Safety and
Public Works/Engineering Departments for review and approval.
13. A soils report is required per CBC 1803 and all recommendations of the soils
report shall be adhered to. Specific design criteria for the crib walls shall be
provided in the soils report.
14. 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.
15. Light and ventilation shall comply with CBC 1203 and 1205. The recreation room
shall provide natural light and ventilation or be designed by a mechanical
engineer for artificial ventilation.
C. PERMIT — ITEMS REQUIRED PRIOR TO BUILDING PERMIT ISSUANCE
1. Solid waste management of construction materials shall incorporate recycling
material collection per Diamond Bar Municipal Code Section 8.16. 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 finished elevations, drainage, and
retaining wall locations. No building permits shall be issued prior to submitting a
pad certification.
4. Private property sewer system shall be approved by the Los Angeles County
Sanitation District.
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5. AQMD notification is required at least 10 days prior to any demolition. Proof of
notification is required at permit issuance.
6. 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.
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 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. Construction activities causing the operation of any tools or equipment used in
construction, drilling, repair, alteration, or demolition work shall be conducted
Monday — Saturday between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.
5. 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.
6. 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.
7. All equipment staging areas shall be maintained in an orderly manner and
screened behind a minimum U high fence.
8. A height and setback survey may be required at completion of framing and
foundation construction phases respectively.
9. The project shall be protected by a construction fence and shall comply with the
NPDES & BMP requirements (sand bags, etc.)
10. 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.
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11. 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.di alert.or .
12. Any changes or deviation from approved plans during the course of construction
shall be approved by the City prior to proceeding with any work.
13. All glazing in hazardous locations shall be labeled as safety glass. The labeling
shall be visible for inspection.
14. Carbon monoxide detectors are required in halls leading to sleeping rooms per
CRC R315.
15. 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.
16. Decks, roofs, and other flat surfaces shall slope at least 114"M 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.
17. Special inspections and structural observation will be required in conformance to
CBC 1704 to 1709.
18. All plumbing fixtures including existing areas shall have low flow type fixtures
installed consistent with California Civil Code Section 1101.1 to 1101.8.
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