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PLANNING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. 2016-16
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
DIAMOND BAR, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DEVELOPMENT REVIEW AND
TREE PERMIT NO. PL2015-144 TO DEMOLISH AN EXISTING HOUSE AND
CONSTRUCT AN 8,989 SQUARE -FOOT, SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE WITH
A 745 SQUARE -FOOT GARAGE AND 1,050 SQUARE FEET OF PATIO/DECK
AREA AND PRESERVE A PORTION OF AN EXISTING ACCESSORY
STRUCTURE TO ACCOMMODATE A 1,299 SQUARE -FOOT RECREATION
BUILDING ON A 55,450 GROSS SQUARE -FOOT (1.27 GROSS ACRES) LOT.
A TREE PERMIT IS REQUESTED TO PROTECT TWO COAST LIVE OAK
TREES LOCATED AT 2163 INDIAN CREEK ROAD, DIAMOND BAR, CA
91765 (APN 8713-042-002).
RECITALS
1. The property owner and applicant, Lawrence Wang, on behalf of Grandway
USDEV I B LLC, has filed an application for Development Review and Tree
Permit No. PL2015-144 to demolish an existing house and construct an
8,989 square -foot single-family residence with a 745 square -foot garage
and 1,050 square feet of patio/deck and preserve a portion of an existing
accessory structure to accommodate a 1,299 square -foot recreation
building located at 2163 Indian Creek Road, Diamond Bar, County of Los
Angeles, California.
2. The following approvals are requested from the Planning Commission:
(a) Development Review to demolish an existing house and construct a
new 8,989 square -foot single-family residence with a 745 square -foot
garage and 1,050 square feet of patio/deck and preserve a portion of
an existing accessory structure to accommodate a 1,299 square -foot
recreation building; and
(b) Tree Permit to develop adjacent to the protected zone of two Coast
Live Oak 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 55,450 gross square
feet (1.27 gross acres). It is located in the Rural Residential (RR) zone with
an underlying General Plan land use designation of Rural Residential.
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4. The legal description of the subject property is Lot 21 of Tract No. 30093.
The Assessor's Parcel Number is 8713-042-002.
5. On May 11, 2016, public hearing notices were mailed to property owners
within a 1,000 -foot radius of the Project site. Also, public notices were
posted at the project site and the City's three designated community posting
sites. On May 13, 2016, notification of the public hearing for this project
was published in the San Gabriel Valley Tribune and the Inland Valley Daily
Bulletin newspapers.
6. On May 24, 2016, 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.
RESOLUTION
NOW, THEREFORE, it is found, determined and resolved by the Planning
Commission of the City of Diamond Bar as follows:
1. The Planning Commission hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set
forth in the Recitals, Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct; and
2. The Planning Commission hereby determines the Project to be
Categorically Exempt from the provisions of the California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to the provisions of Article 19,
Section 15301(1) (demolition of a single-family residence) and 15303(a)
(construction of a new single-family residence) of the CEQA Guidelines.
Therefore, no further environmental review is required.
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
an 8,989 square -foot single-family residence with a 745 square -foot garage
and 1, 050 square feet of patio/deck and preserve a portion of an existing
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accessory structure to accommodate a 1,299 square -foot recreation
building area is consistent with the City's General Plan, Design Guidelines
and development standards. 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 mansard roof styles; projected arched
dormers; decorative wrought iron balconies; arched windows; and
appropriate massing and proportion to meet the intent of the City's Design
Guidelines.
The project site is not part of any theme area, specific plan, community plan,
boulevard or planned development.
2. The design and layout of the proposed development will not interfere with
the use and enjoyment of neighboring existing or future developments, and
will not create traffic or pedestrian hazards;
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 proposed house is comparable in floor area, mass, and scale to existing
homes on similar lots in The Country Estates. The architecture in The
Country is eclectic, and includes a mixture of European -inspired designs.
The new house will not be intrusive to neighboring homes and will not block
existing views from adjacent properties since the adjacent houses to the
south, east, and west have views into the valleys located toward the east
and west. The house will appear as a two-story home since the third floor
is enclosed by the mansard roof. In addition, complementary materials are
used to distinguish breaks in plane and add articulation to maintain and
enhance the harmonious development in the neighborhood.
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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 architectural style of the home is described as "SoCal English" which is
an eclectic mixture of different European architectural styles, primarily the
Second Empire architectural style, and includes a mansard roof style;
arched dormers; tall, vertical windows; projected entryway and porch;
French doors; and decorative use of wrought iron. 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 composite slate roof tiles; stucco with sand
float finished and stone veneer throughout all elevations; decorative
wrought iron balconies and front door- and foam window trim. 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. The scale and proportions of the
proposed home are well balanced and appropriate for the site.
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(l) (demolition of a single-family residence) and 15303(a)
(construction of a new single-family residence) of the CEQA Guidelines.
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Tree Permit Finding (DBMC Section 22.38.11
The tree is a public nuisance by causing damage to improvements (e.g.,
building foundations, retaining walls, roadways/driveways, patios, and
decks) and appropriate mitigation measures will be implemented in
compliance with DBMC Section 22.38.140 (Tree protection requirements)
below.
The applicant submitted a tree report, prepared by a licensed arborist, which
indicates two (2) coast live oak trees exist on the property, adjacent to the
west property line on the ascending slope. Of the two oak trees, one is
considered a protected tree. The tree trunks for the trees are located
approximately five feet from each other and the canopy of the protected tree
covers the smaller tree. Therefore, protective fencing for the large tree
would enclose the smaller tree. Due to construction being in close proximity
to the protected zone, a tree permit is required to prevent possible negative
impacts to the trees during grading and construction activities. The report
outlines specific protective measures to protect this tree during
construction, and are included as conditions as approval.
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 issuance of building permits, the applicant shall record, and provide
the City with a conformed recorded copy of, a Covenant and Agreement or
similar document in a form approved by the City Attorney, which restricts
the rental of rooms or other portions of the property under two or more
separate agreements and prohibits use of the property as a boarding or
rooming house, except to the extent otherwise permitted by the Diamond
Bar Municipal Code or applicable state or federal law.
3. All exposed portions of retaining walls shall be decorative block or finished
with a smooth textured stucco application to match the proposed exterior
wall finish of the house, as applicable and shown on approved plans.
4. 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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5. Prior to building permit issuance, a Certification of Design, together with
landscape and irrigation plans prepared by a licensed landscape architect,
shall be submitted to the Planning Division for review and approval by the
City's Consulting Landscape Architect. Landscape and irrigation plans shall
comply with the updated Water Efficient Landscaping Ordinance.
6. Prior to the issuance of a demolition, grading or building permit, the existing
protected trees in the native vegetation area, outside of the
construction/grading limits shall be barricaded by chain link fencing with a
minimum height of five feet or by another protective barrier approved by the
Community Development Director or designee. Chain link fencing shall be
supported by vertical posts at a maximum of ten -foot intervals to keep the
fencing upright and in place. Barriers shall be placed at least five (5) feet
away from the native vegetation area. A sign posted on the fencing which
states "Warning: Tree Protection Zone" and stating the requirements of all
workers in the protection zone. Throughout the course of construction, the
tree protection fencing shall be maintained and the site shall be maintained
and cleaned at all times. No construction staging or disposal of construction
materials or byproducts, including but not limited to paint, plaster, or
chemical solutions is allowed in the tree protection zone. The fencing plan
shall be shown on the grading plan and other applicable construction
documents and the Applicant, Owner or construction manager shall contact
the Planning Division to conduct a site visit prior to commencement of any
work to ensure this condition is met.
7. All work conducted close to the protected zone of the protected oak tree
shall be performed within the presence of a qualified arborist. A 48-hour
notice shall be provided to the arborist and the Planning Division prior to the
planned start of work.
8. If protective measures fail to ensure the survival of any protected tree during
construction activity or within three years after approval of final inspection,
a minimum of three 24 -inch box Coast Live Oak trees or other protected
species shall be planted on the property for each protected tree that dies.
9. Standard Conditions. The applicant shall comply with the standard
development conditions attached hereto.
The Planning Commission shall:
a. Certify to the adoption of this Resolution; and
b. Forthwith transmit a certified copy of this Resolution, by certified mail
to the property owner and applicant Lawrence Wang, on behalf of
Grandway USDEV I B LLC, 55 S. Lake Ave. Suite 700, Pasadena,
CA 91101.
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APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 24th DAY OF MAY 2016, BY THE PLANNING
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR.
By: —
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Chairperson
1, 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 24th day of May, 2016, by the following vote:
AYES: commissioners: Barlas, Farago, Mok, VC/Wolfe, Chair/Mahlke
NOES: commissioners: None
ABSENT: commissioners: None
ABSTAIN: commissioners: None
ATTEST:
Greg Gubman, Secretary
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
USE PERMITS, COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL NEW ANI
REMODELED STRUCTURES
PROJECT #: Development Review and Tree Permit No. PL 2015-144
SUBJECT: To construct a 8,989 square -foot single-family residence with a
745 square -foot garage and 1,050 square feet of patio/deck area
and preserve a portion of an existing accessory structure to
accommodate a 1,299 square -foot recreation building on a 1.27
gross acre (55,450 gross square -foot) lot. A Tree Permit is also
requested to protect two Coast Live Oak trees.
PROPERTY Lawrence Wang
OWNER/ Agent for Grandway USDEV I B LLC
APPLICANT: 55 S. Lake Ave. Suite 700
Pasadena, CA 91101
LOCATION: 2163 Indian Creek Road, Diamond Bar, CA 91765
I. APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE PLANNING DIVISION AT (909) 839-7030,
FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
1 The applicant shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City,
and its officers, agents and employees, from any claim, action, or
proceeding to attack, set-aside, void or annul, the approval of
Development Review and Tree Permit No. PL2015-144 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,
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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. PL2015-144, 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. 2016-16,
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.
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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.
11. The applicant shall comply with the requirements of City Planning,
Building and Safety Divisions, Public Works Department, and the
Fire Department.
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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 and Tree Permit No. PL2015-144
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. This approval is to demolish an existing house and construct an
8,989 square -foot single-family residence with a 745 square -foot
garage and 1,050 square feet of patio/deck area and preserve a
portion of an existing accessory structure to accommodate a
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1,299 square -foot recreation building at 2163 Indian Creek 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 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
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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.
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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.
1. Development shall be constructed to reduce the potential for spread
of brushfire.
a. In the case of a conflict, where more restrictive provisions are
contained in the Uniform Building Code or in the fire code, the
more restrictive provisions shall prevail.
b. Roofs shall be covered with noncombustible materials as
defined in the building code. Open eave ends shall be
stopped in order to prevent bird nests or other combustible
material lodging within the roof and to preclude entry of
flames.
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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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II. APPLICANT SHALL CONTACT THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT,
(909) 839-7040, FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
A. GENERAL
Applicant shall follow special requirements as required by the City
Engineer for construction in a Restricted Use Area. No portion of the
habitable structure shall be located in the Restricted Use Area and a
Covenant and Agreement to construct in a Restricted Use Area shall
be recorded and returned to the City prior to the issuance of any
grading or retaining wall permits.
2. 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.
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. Additionally, all construction
equipment shall be properly muffled to reduce noise levels.
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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.
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4. All easements and flood hazard areas shall be clearly identified on
the grading plan.
5. The grading plan shall show the location of any retaining walls and
the elevations of the top of wall/footing/retaining and the finished
grade on both sides of the retaining wall. Construction details for
retaining walls shall be shown on the grading plan. Calculations and
details of retaining walls shall be submitted to the Building and Safety
Division for review and approval.
6. All equipment staging areas shall be located on the project site.
Staging area, including material stockpile and equipment storage
area, shall be enclosed within a 6 foot -high chain link fence. All
access points in the defense shall be locked whenever the
construction site is not supervised.
7. Grading of the subject property shall be in accordance with the
California Building Code, City Grading Ordinance, Hillside
Management Ordinance and acceptable grading practices.
8. The maximum grade of driveways serving building pad areas shall
be 20 percent. In hillside areas driveway grades exceeding
20 percent shall have parking landings with a minimum 16 feet deep
and shall not exceed five (5) percent grade or as required by the City
Engineer. Driveways with a slope of 20 percent shall incorporate
grooves for traction into the construction as required by the City
Engineer.
9. All slopes shall be seeded per landscape plan and/or fuel
modification plan with native grasses or planted with ground cover,
shrubs, and trees for erosion control upon completion of grading or
some other alternative method of erosion control shall be completed
to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
10. Prior to the issuance of building permits, a pre -construction meeting
shall be held at the project site with the grading contractor, applicant,
and city grading inspector at least 48 hours prior to commencing
grading operations.
11. Rough grade certifications by project soils and civil engineers shall
be submitted prior to issuance of building permits for the foundation
of the residential structure. Retaining wall permits may be issued
without a rough grade certificate.
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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.
D. SEWERS/SEPTIC TANK
1. Applicant shall obtain connection permit(s) from the City and County
Sanitation District prior to issuance of building permits.
2. Any homeowner that installs a new septic tank system, repairs and
existing septic tank or adds any plumbing fixture units or bedroom
equivalents to the facility served by an existing septic system will
need to submit a Notice of Intent (NOI) to the Regional Water Quality
Control Board for Waste Discharge Requirements and submit a.copy
of the sent NO[ and check to the City. Please refer to City handouts.
3. Applicant, at applicant's sole cost and expense, shall construct the
sewer system in accordance with the City, Los Angeles County
Public Works Division. Sewer plans shall be submitted for review
and approval by the City.
4. SEPTIC TANK: The Applicant shall show septic tanks location, size
and details on the plans. The Los Angeles County Health
Department, California Water Control Board and the City's
Geotechnical Engineer shall approve these plans prior to the
issuance of any permits. The property owner shall be required to
sign and record the City's Covenant for use of a septic system.
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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.
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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.
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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 calculations prepared by a
California State licensed Architect/Engineer with wet stamp and
signature.
2. This project shall comply with the energy conservation requirements
of the State of California Energy Commission. All lighting shall be
high efficacy or equivalent per the current California Energy Code
119 and 150(k).
3. Indoor air quality shall be provided consistent with ASHRAE 62.2 as
required per California Energy Code 150(0).
4. Public Works/Engineering Department is required to review and
approve grading plans that clearly show all finish elevations,
drainage, and retaining wall(s) locations. These plans shall be
consistent with the site plan submitted to the Building and Safety
Division.
5. "Separate permits are required for pool, spa, BBQ area, detached
trellises and gazebos, fountains, retaining walls, and fences over 6'
in height" and shall be noted on plans.
6. All balconies shall be designed for 60lb/ft live load.
7. All easements shall be shown on the site plan.
8. Fire Department approval shall be required. Contact the Fire
Department to check the fire zone for the location of your property. If
this project is located in High Hazard Fire Zone, it shall meet
requirements of the fire zone per CBC Chapter 7A.
a. All unenclosed under -floor areas shall be constructed as
exterior wall.
b. All openings into the attic, floor and/or other enclosed areas
shall be covered with corrosion -resistant wire mesh not less
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than 1/4 inch or more than 1/2 inch in any dimension except
where such openings are equipped with sash or door.
C. Eaves shall be protected.
d. Exterior construction shall be one-hour or non-combustible.
This includes the detached gazebo structure.
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.
9. All retaining walls shall be separately submitted to the Building and
Safety and Public Works/Engineering Departments for review and
approval.
10. A soils report is required per CBC 1803 and all recommendations of
the soils report shall be adhered to.
11. 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.
12. Fountains shall not be more than 18" deep unless a pool barrier is
installed per CBC 3904.4.
13. The massage room shall be provided with artificial ventilation per
CBC 1203 and 1205.
14. The study room 307 shall have adequate light and ventilation per
CBC 1203 and 1205. The study room window shall be of adequate
size for emergency egress if it is used for sleeping purposes.
15. The location and size of the existing septic system and/or new septic
system shall be shown on plans. All work shall conform to CPC 715
and 721. LA County Health and the State Water Control Board is
required.
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.
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2. Prior to building permit issuance, all school district fees shall be paid.
Please obtain a form from the Building and Safety Division to take
directly to the school district.
3. Submit grading plans clearly showing all finish elevations, drainage,
and retaining wall locations. No building permits shall be issued prior
to submitting a pad certification.
4. Private property sewer/septic system shall be approved by the Los
Angeles County Health Department and the California Water Control
Board. Proof of approval for the removal, reuse, and/or modification
of the existing septic system shall be provided prior to permit
issuance.
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.
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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 one -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.
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4. The project shall be protected by a construction fence to the
satisfaction of the Building Official. All fencing shall be view
obstructing with opaque surfaces.
5. All structures and property shall be maintained in a safe and clean
manner during construction. The property shall be free of debris,
trash, and weeds.
6. All equipment staging areas shall be maintained in an orderly manner
and screened behind a minimum 6' high fence.
7. A height and setback survey may be required at completion of
framing and foundations construction phases, respectively.
8. The project shall be protected by a construction fence and shall
comply with the NPDES & BMP requirements (sand bags, etc.)
9. The location of property lines and building pad may require a survey
to be determined by the building inspection during foundation and/or
frame inspection.
10. The applicant shall contact Dig Alert and have underground utility
locations marked by the utility companies prior to any excavation.
Contact Dig Alert by dialing 811 or their website at www.digalert.org.
11. Any changes or deviation from approved plans during the course of
construction shall be approved by the City prior to proceeding with
any work.
12. All glazing in hazardous locations shall be labeled as safety glass.
The labeling shall be visible for inspection.
13. Carbon monoxide detectors are required in halls leading to sleeping
rooms per CRC 8315.
14. Drainage patterns shall match the approved grading/drainage plan
from the Public Works/Engineering Department. Surface water shall
drain away from the building at a 2% minimum slope. The final as -
built conditions shall match the grading/drainage plan or otherwise
approved as -built grading/drainage plan.
15. Decks, roofs, and other flat surfaces shall slope at least 1/4"/ft with
approved and listed water proofing material. Guardrails shall be
provided for these surfaces at least 42" minimum in height, 4"
maximum spacing between rails, and capable of resisting at least 20
pounds per lineal foot of lateral load.
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16. Special inspections and structural observation will be required in
conformance to CBC 1704 to 1709.
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