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A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND
BAR, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DEVELOPMENT REVIEW, CONDITIONAL
USE PERMIT, AND AMENDMENT TO COMPREHENSIVE SIGN PROGRAM
NO. PL2014-343 TO CONSTRUCT A NEW 4,894 SQUARE -FOOT COMMERCIAL
BUILDING ON A 0.69 GROSS ACRE (30,246 GROSS SQUARE -FOOT) LOT; A
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT IS REQUESTED FOR DRIVE-THRU SERVICE
LANE; AND AN AMENDMENT TO THE COMPREHENSIVE SIGN PROGRAM IS
REQUIRED TO REPLACE AN EXISTING MONUMENT SIGN WITH A TALLER
SIGN LOCATED AT 22438 GOLDEN SPRINGS DRIVE, DIAMOND BAR, CA
91765 (APN 8293-045-130).
A. RECITALS
The property owner, CFT Developments, LLC, and applicant, Gary Wang
and Associates, have filed an application for Development Review,
Conditional Use Permit, and Amendment to the Comprehensive Sign
Program No. PL2014-343 to construct a new 4,894 square -foot commercial
building located at 22438 Golden Springs Drive, Diamond Bar, County of
Los Angeles, California.
2. The following approvals are requested from the Planning Commission:
(a) Development Review to construct a new 4,894 square -foot single -
story commercial building;
(b) Conditional Use Permit for drive-thru service lane; and
(c) Amendment to Comprehensive Sign Program to replace an existing
seven -foot tall monument sign with a 14 -foot tall monument sign.
Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Development Review, Conditional
Use Permit, and Amendment to Comprehensive Sign Program shall be
referred to as the "Proposed Project."
3. The subject property is made up of one parcel totaling 30,056 square feet
(0.69 gross acres). It is located in the Diamond Bar Village Specific Plan
(DBVSP) zone with an underlying General Plan land use designation of
Planning Area 3 -Specific Plan.
4. The legal description of the subject property is Lot 3 of Tract 347-1-4. The
Assessor's Parcel Number is 8293-045-130.
5. On November 28, 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 26, 2014, public hearing notices were
mailed to property owners within a 700 -foot radius of the Project site. Public
notices were posted at the City's designated community posting sites on
November 26, 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 December 9, 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(c) (a new commercial structure not exceeding 10,000 square
feet in floor area) 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, 22.58, and 22.36.060, 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 Proposed Project is consistent with the applicable elements of the
City's General Plan, City Design Guidelines and development standards by
meeting all of the required setbacks of the Diamond Bar Village Specific
Plan. The proposed building has been designed to be complementary to
the existing buildings wi,hin the shopping center and is designed to fit the
site and its surroundings.
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The architectural style is contemporary to be compatible with the
architectural theme in the center. The building incorporates the exterior
material and finish palette used for Target and Chili's restaurant, and
includes design features such as tower element at corners of the front
fagade and parapets, stucco, stacked stone veneer at the bottom base of
the building, architectural details such as cornice moldings, metal awnings
and canopies of storefront windows, and decorative exterior wall mounted
lighting fixtures.
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 building will not interfere with the use of enjoyment of
neighboring existing or future developments because the use of the project
site is designated for commercial uses and is within an existing shopping
center_
The proposed building will not interfere with vehicular or pedestrian
movements, such as access or other functional requirements. The
proposed drive-thru service lane has adequate queuing spaces available
for the proposed drive-thru facility and will be more than adequate to
accommodate the expected vehicle demand. In addition, there is sufficient
turning radii in the drive-thru aisle for vehicles to turn in the lane.
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 architectural style is the same contemporary style as the existing
buildings in the shopping center. The Proposed Project is designed to be
compatible with the shopping center, and incorporates architectural details
and colors to match the existing buildings.
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:
Articulation and variation in the building elements has been achieved
vertically and horizontally through the utilization of varying architectural
features such as towers and parapet walls, metal awnings, building colors
and materials, and landscaping. The project has a sense of. balance,
involving well-proportioned masses and roof design.
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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:
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/Engineering Department
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(c) (a new commercial structure not exceeding 10, 000 square
feet in floor area) of the CEQA guidelines.
Conditional Use Permit Review Findings DBMC Section 22.58
I . The Proposed Use is allowed within the subject zoning district with the
approval of a conditional use permit and complies with all other applicable
provisions of this Development Code and the Municipal Code:
Drive-thru facilities are permitted in the Diamond Bar Village Specific Plan
zoning district with approval of a conditional use permit. Through
compliance with the conditions of approval stipulating the manner in which
the use must be conducted, the Proposed Use will be compatible with
existing uses in the shopping center.
2. The Proposed Use is consistent with the general plan and any applicable
specific plan:
The Proposed Use is consistent with General Plan Strategy 1.3.3:
("Encourage neighborhood serving retail and service commercial uses') in
that the proposed commercial building with drive-thru service lane meets
Strategy 1.3.3 because the proposed drive-thru facility provides services to
Diamond Bar residents. The proposed restaurant and retail uses will
provide additional dining and specialty retail choices to Diamond Bar
residents.
The Proposed Project is also consistent with the Diamond Bar Village
Specific Plan, and provides a well-designed building that will blend with the
surrounding area and will complement the buildings in the shopping center.
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3. The design, location, size and operating characteristics of the Proposed
Use are compatible with the existing and future land uses in the vicinity:
The Proposed Use is located within a shopping center occupied by Target
and Chili's restaurant. As such, the operational characteristics are
compatible with the existing uses within the shopping center. The design
of the proposed building will allow the operation of a drive-thru Starbucks.
The location of the drive-thru lane will not enter onto any public roadway
and will not interfere with on-site traffic circulation. Due to the building
raised approximately 18 feet above the street level grade and the
landscaped buffer, vehicles in the drive-thru service lane will be screened
from street view.
Through compliance with the conditions of approval stipulating the manner
in which the use must be conducted, the Proposed Use will be compatible
with the other uses within the shopping center.
4. The subject property is physically suitable for the type and densitylintensity
of use being proposed, including access, provision of utilities, compatibility
with adjoining land uses, and the absence of physical constraints:
The Project Site is located within an existing commercial shopping center
and the Proposed Project has appropriate vehicle queuing capacity for the
building, design, and location. The proposed layout will be more than
adequate to accommodate the expected vehicle demand. Access is
proposed through the existing drive aisles from Grand Avenue and Golden
Springs Drive. The orientation of the building is consistent with the.Diamond
Bar Village Specific Flan.
5. Granting the conditional use permit will not be detrimental to the public
interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare, or injurious to persons,
property, or improvements in the vicinity and zoning district in which the
property is located:
Prior to the issuance of any city permits, the Proposed Use is required to
comply with all conditions of approval within the attached resolution, and
the Building and Safety Division and Public Works/Engineering Department.
6. The Proposed Use 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 (c) (a new commercial structure not exceeding 10,000
square feet in floor area) of the CEQA Guidelines.
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Comprehensive Sign Program Findings DBMC Section 22.36.060
The comprehensive sign program satisfies the purpose of this chapter and
the intent of this section:
The comprehensive sign program satisfies the purpose and intent of the
development code by integrating the signage with the design of the building
and having .specific size, location, and design requirements for signs
proposed on the building.
2. The signs enhance the overall development, are in harmony with, and are
visually related to other signs included in the comprehensive sign program
and to the structure and/or uses they identify, and to surrounding
development:
The proposed comprehensive sign program enhances the overall
development by limiting the wall signage to the north and south elevations
of the building. All signage is limited .to a maximum of 30 -inches in height.
The proposed signs are individual channel letters, illuminated using LED
lighting. All sign lighting power sources shall be located at the building
interior. Corporate fonts, colors, and logos will be used for all proposed
signage. The proposed signage is appropriate with the building and is
complementary to the signage in the shopping center.
In addition, the applicant is requesting an amendment to the existing
Comprehensive Sign Program to replace the existing seven -foot high
monument sign with a 14 -foot high monument sign in order to provide
additional display space for tenants of the new building. The height of the
new monument sign does not obscure views for vehicles turning right from
Lavender Drive to Grand Avenue and is constructed to look the same as
the existing sign, but taller. A line of sight analysis was prepared and
determined that the vehicles traveling eastbound on Grand Avenue has
adequate stopping distance if there are vehicles turning right from Lavender
Drive to Grand Avenue. The minimum sight distance determination is
based on the posted speed Ii nit and the reaction time of the driver traveling
eastbound to come to a complete stop upon observing the vehicle turning
right from Lavender Drive fo Grand Avenue. Therefore, the proposed
monument sign does not obstruct the visibility of both the vehicles traveling
eastbound on Grand Avenue and any vehicles turning right on Lavender to
Grand Avenue.
3. The comprehensive sign program accommodates future revisions which
may be required due to changes in uses or tenants:
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The comprehensive sign program accommodates future revisions by
having minor changes reviewed by staff and the Community Development
Director, and any major changes to be reviewed by the Planning
Commission.
4. The comprehensive sign program complies with the standards of this
chapter, except that flexibility is allowed with regard to sign area, number,
location, and/or height to the extent that the comprehensive sign program
will enhance the overall development and will more fully accomplish the
purposes of this chapter:
The comprehensive sign program complies with the standards of
Chapter 22.36 and will enhance the overall development through
consistency with the City's Design Guidelines for commercial signage,
uniformity and easy identification of the signs, and neighborhood
compatibility. Flexibility is allowed with regard to the height of the
monument sign located at the corner of Grand Avenue and Lavender Drive
in order to display tenants of the new building.
D. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
Based upon the findings and conclusion set forth above, the Planning Commission
hereby approves this Application, subject to the following conditions:
General
1. The applicant shall comply with the standard development conditions
attached hereto.
2. A permanent maintenance program shall be implemented ensuring regular
irrigation, fertilization, and weed removal. All landscaping shall be
maintained in a healthy, neE:t and orderly condition, free of weeds and
debris and with operating irrigation at all times.
3. The project shall be in compliance with pertinent conditions of approval for
Tentative Parcel Map No. 617022.
Development Review
4. Development shall substanti-4y comply with the plans and documents
presented to the Planning Ce - mission at the public hearing.
5. On the plans submitted for building plan check, indicate decorative paving
in the outdoor dining areas to provide more interest and enliven the front of
the building.
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6. 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.
7. Upon final inspection and if it is determined that the plant materials as
shown on the approved plans do not fully address the intended purpose of
screening the vehicles in the drive-thru lane, compliance with conditions of
approval or aesthetics, the Community Development Director may require
the planting of up to 10 percent of the approved density of plant materials.
Conditional Use Permit
8. The establishment is approved as a drive-thru facility as described in the
application on file with the Planning Division, the Planning Commission staff
report for Development Review, Conditional Use Permit, and Amendment
to Comprehensive Sign Program. No. PL2013-343 dated December 9,
2014, and the Planning Commission minutes pertaining thereto, hereafter
referred to as the "Use." The use shall be limited to a restaurant with drive-
thru service lane.
9. The Use shall substantially conform to the approved plans as submitted and
approved by the Planning Commission and on file with the Community
Development Department.
10. This Conditional Use Permit shall be valid only for 22438 Golden Springs
Drive., as depicted on the approved plans on file with the Planning Division.
If the Proposed Use moves to a different location or reconfigures the lanes,
the approved Conditional Use Permit shall be amended, subject to Planning
Commission approval for the new location. If the Use ceases to operate,
the approved Conditional Use Fermit shall expire without further action by
the City.
11. No changes to the approved scope of services comprising the use shall be
permitted unless the applicant first applies for an amendment to this
Conditional Use Permit, pays a� l application processing fees and receives
approval form the Planning Commission.
The Planning Commission shall:
a. Certify to the adoption of this Resolution; and
b. Forthwith transmit a certi'ied copy of this Resolution, by certified mail
to the property owner, C T Developments, LLC, 1683 Walnut Grove
Avenue, Rosemead, C'A 91770, and applicant Gary Wang and
Associates, 1255 Co,p�)rate Center Drive, Monterey Park, CA
91754.
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APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 9th DAY OF DECEMBER 2014, BY THE PLANNING
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR.
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By:
Jimmy Lin, ice Chairman
I, Greg Gubman, Planning Commission Secretary, do hereby certify that the foregoing
Resolution was duly introduced, passed, and adopted, at a regular meeting of the
Planning Commission held on the 9th day of December, 2014, by the following vote:
AYES: Commissioners
NOES: Commissioners:
ABSENT: Commissioners
ABSTAIN: Commissioners:
ATTEST:
Greg Gubman, Secretary
Mahlke, Pirrirano, VC/Lin
None
Low, Chair/Farago
None
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
STANDARD CONDITIONS
USE PERMITS, COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL NEW AND
REMODELED STRUCTURES
PROJECT #: Development Review, Conditional Use Permit, Amendment to
Comprehensive Sign Program No. PL 2013-343
SUBJECT: Development Review to construct a new 4,894 sq. ft.
commercial buildin • Conditional Use Permit for drive-thru
service lane; and Amendment to Comprehensive Sign Program
to replace an existing monument sign with a taller sign.
PROPERTY CFT Developments, LLC
OWNER: 1683 Walnut Grove Avenue
Rosemead, CA 91770
APPLICANT. Gary Wang and Associates
1255 Corporate Center Drive
Monterey Park, CA 91754
LOCATION: 22438 Golden Springs 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,
Conditional Use Permit, and Amendment to Comprehensive Sign Program
No. PL2013-343 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, Conditional Use Permit, and
Amendment to Comprehensive Sign. Program No. PL2013-343, 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. Ali 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. 2014-32, 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
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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.
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, Conditional Use Permit, and
Amendment to Comprehensive Sign Program No. PL2013-343 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
1. 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, collectively attached
referenced as site plans, floor plans, architectural elevations, and
landscape plans 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.
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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
owners/occupant.
5. No occupancy permit shall be granted, until all improvements required by
this approval have been properly constructed, inspected, and approved.
6. 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.
APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT,
(909) 839-7040, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
A. GENERAL
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 of soil, a Storm Water Pollution
Prevention Plan (SWPPP) shall be required.
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2. The applicant shall comply with Low Impact Development (LID)
requirements to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. The LID Plan will be
required to comply with the 2012 MS4 Permit and the most recent submittal
dated November 13, 2014. Any proposed changes to the LID Plan from the
November 13, 2014, submittal may require Planning Division approval as
deemed necessary by the Community Development Director.
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 REPORTIGRADINGIRETAINING WALLS
A grading permit issued by the Public Works/Engineering Department is
required for the development. 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
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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. 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. Submit a stockpile plan showing the proposed location for stockpile for
grading export materials, and the route of transport.
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 drainage shall be conveyed to adjacent parcels, unless that is
the natural drainage course.
Da TRAFFIC MITIGATIONS
2. Prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, the applicant shall pay the
traffic "fair share" contribution in the amount of $67,681.37 as established
in the July 19, 2005, Amendment No. 1 to the Development Agreement for
Diamond Bar Village.
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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 shall conform to current State and
Local Building Code (i.e., currently the 2013 California Building Code,
California Plumbing Code, California Mechanical Code, and the California
Electrical Code) requirements and all other applicable construction codes,
ordinances and regulations in effect at the time of plan check submittal.
2. Provisions for CALGreen 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 CALGreen
Code.
3. The location of the accessible stalls shall be modified to occur at the closest
point to the accessible primary entrances if the layout of tenant spaces
causes a different entrance configuration.
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
Architect/Engineer with wet stamp and signature.
2, 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.
3. "Separate permit shall be required for all wall and monument signs" shall be
noted on the plans.
4. Number of plumbing fixtures shall be in compliance with CPC T-4-1.
5. Provide at least one bathroom for each sex per CBC 412.3,
6. All easements shall be shown on the site plan.
7. A soils report is required per CBC 1803 and all recommendations of the
soils report shall be adhered to.
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8. 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.
9. The location of the grease interceptor shall be shown on the site plan.
L.A. County Industrial Waste approval is required for the location and design
of the interceptor.
10. The accessible path of travel between buildings on the overall site to
existing buildings shall be considered in the design as required per
CBC 11 B-206.2.2.
11. An accessible path of travel shall be provided to the trash enclosure.
12. The location of the drainage swale behind the accessible parking stall shall
remain completely outside the required accessible stall area.
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. All food establishments shall obtain Los Angeles County health and
environmental waste permits.
3. 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.
4. Submit grading plans clearly showing all finished elevations, drainage, and
retaining wall locations. No building permits shall be issued prior to 1ti:
submitting a pad certification.
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.
6. LA County Health and Industrial Waste approval is required prior to permit
issuance.
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
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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 and Safety Division shall expire if the
building or work authorized by such permit is not commenced within
180 days from the date of such permit. Otherwise, permits will expire if work
has discontinued and not been signed -off on the job card by the building
inspector within a 180 day period.
4. Construction activities causing the operation of any tools or equipment used
in construction, drilling, repair, alteration, or demolition work shall be
conducted Monday through 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. The property and all structures on the property shall be maintained in a safe
and clean manner during construction. The property shall be free of debris,
trash, and weeds.
7. The project shall be protected by a construction fence and shall comply with
the NPDES & BMP requirements (sand bags, etc.)
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. 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 be approved as -built
grading/drainage plan.
11. Special inspections and structural observation will be required in
conformance to CBC 1704 to 1709.
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