HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024-16 PC Resolution PC RESOLUTION NO. 2024-16
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF TEMECULA APPROVING PLANNING
APPLICATION NO. PA23-0439, A DEVELOPMENT PLAN
FOR 109 DETACHED SINGLE FAMILY AND DUPLEX
HOMES AND ONE(1)PARK LOCATED WITHIN VILLAGE
B OF THE ALTAIR SPECIFIC PLAN (APNS: 940-310-044,
940-310-045, 940-310-046, 940-310-047, 940-310-048), AND
MAKING FINDINGS OF CONSISTENCY WITH THE EIR
AND DETERMINING THAT NO FURTHER
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW IS REQUIRED PURSUANT
TO SECTION 15162 OF THE CALIFORNIA
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
Section 1. Procedural Findings. The Planning Commission of the City of
Temecula does hereby find, determine and declare that:
A. On November 15, 2023, Brookfield Properties Planning Applications: No. PA23-
0439, a Development Plan in a manner in accord with the City of Temecula General Plan and
Development Code.
B. The Project was processed including, but not limited to a public notice, in the time
and manner prescribed by State and local law.
C. The Planning Commission, at a regular meeting, considered the Project and
environmental review on August 21, 2024, at a duly noticed public hearing as prescribed by law,
at which time the City staff and interested persons had an opportunity to and did testify either in
support or in opposition to this matter.
D. At the conclusion of the Planning Commission hearing and after due consideration
of the testimony, the Planning Commission approved Planning Application No. PA23-0439,
subject to and based upon the findings set forth hereunder.
E. All legal preconditions to the adoption of the Resolution have occurred.
Section 2. Further Findings. The Planning Commission, in approving the Application
hereby finds, determines and declares that in accordance with Temecula Municipal Code Section
17.05.010.F (Development Plan):
A. The proposed use is in conformance with the General Plan for Temecula and with
all applicable requirements of State law and other Ordinances of the City.
The proposed single family detached and duplex homes are permitted in the land use
designation standards contained in the Altair Specific Plan and the City's Development
Code. The project is also consistent with General Plan land use of Specific Plan
Implementation. The site is properly planned and zoned and, as conditioned, is physically
suitable for the type and density of residential development proposed. The project, as
conditioned, is also consistent with other applicable requirements of State law and local
ordinances, including the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the City Wide
Design Guidelines, and fire and building codes.
B. The overall development of the land is designed for the protection of the public
health, safety, and general welfare.
The overall design of the single-family homes, including the site, building, parking,
circulation and other associated site improvements, is consistent with, and intended to
protect the health and safety of those working in and around the site. The project has been
reviewed for and, as conditioned, has been found to be consistent with all applicable
policies, guidelines, standards, and regulations intended to ensure that the development
will be constructed and function in a manner consistent with the protection of the public
health, safety, and welfare. Nothing proposed in the Development Plan is anticipated to
have an adverse impact to the public health, safety and general welfare.
Section 3. Environmental Findings. The Planning Commission hereby makes the
following environmental findings and determinations in connection with the approval of the
Development Plan:
A. In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act, it has been
determined that no further environmental review of the proposed project is required (Section
15162, Subsequent EIRs and Negative Declarations);
1. The Altair Specific Plan was formally adopted on January 9, 2018. An Environmental
Impact Report(EIR) was prepared and certified on December 12, 2017, as part of this
effort. The proposed project is consistent with the previously adopted Altair EIR and
is exempt from further environmental review (Section 15162, Subsequent EIRs and
Negative Declarations). Staff has reviewed the EIR and has determined that the
proposed project is consistent with the EIR as the proposed project merely implements
the development that was already contemplated and analyzed by the EIR. The EIR
analyzed the impacts of the construction of 109 single-family homes in Village B. As
such, the proposed project does not require the preparation of a subsequent
Environmental Impact Report or Mitigated Negative Declaration as none of the
conditions described in Section 15162 of the CEQA Guidelines (14 Cal. Code Regs.
15162) exist. Additionally, the proposed project does not require the preparation of an
addendum to the EIR as there are no changes or additions to the proposed project from
what was analyzed by the EIR. Therefore, no further environmental review is required
as all environmental impacts of the proposed project were analyzed, disclosed, and
mitigated as set forth in the EIR. Moreover, the mitigation measures imposed as part
of the EIR remain valid and applicable to the proposed project.
Section 4. Conditions. The Planning Commission of the City of Temecula
approves Planning Application No. PA23-0439, a Development Plan for Village B of the Altair
Specific Plan to allow for 109 detached single family and duplex homes and one (1) park, subject
to the Conditions of Approval set forth on Exhibit A and Plan Reductions set forth in Exhibit B,
attached hereto, and incorporated herein by this reference.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED by the City of Temecula Planning
Commission this 21 st day of August, 2024.
Bob Hagel, Chair
ATTEST:
Rooak
Matt Peters
Secretary
[SEAL]
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE )ss
CITY OF TEMECULA )
I, Matt Peters, Secretary of the Temecula Planning Commission, do hereby certify that the
forgoing PC Resolution No. 2024-16 was duly and regularly adopted by the Planning Commission of
the City of Temecula at a regular meeting thereof held on the 21st day of August, 2024, by the
following vote:
AYES: 5 PLANNING COMMISSIONERS: Hagel, Ruiz, Solis,Turley-Trejo, Watts
NOES: 0 PLANNING COMMISSIONERS: None
ABSTAIN: 0 PLANNING COMMISSIONERS: None
ABSENT: 0 PLANNING COMMISSIONERS: None
PWk
Matt Peters
Secretary
EXHIBIT A
CITY OF TEMECULA
FINAL CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
Planning Application No.: PA23-0439
Project Description: Development Plan for Village B of the Altair Specific Plan to allow for 109
detached single family and duplex homes and one (1) park
Assessor's Parcel No.: 940-310-044
940-310-045
940-310-046
940-310-047
940-310-048
MSHCP Category: Credits per the Development Agreement (PA14-0161)
DIF Category: Credits per the Development Agreement (PA14-0161)
TUMF Category: Credits per the Development Agreement (PA14-0161)
Quimby Category: Exempt per the Development Agreement (PA14-0161)
New Street In-lieu of Fee: N/A(Project Not Located in Uptown Specific Plan Area)
Approval Date: August 21, 2024
Expiration Date: August 21, 2027
PLANNING DIVISION
Within 48 Hours of the Approval
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1. Applicant Filing Notice of Determination. APPLICANT ACTION REQUIRED:
The applicant/developer is responsible for filing the Notice of Determination as required under
Public Resources Code Section 21152 and California Code of Regulations Section 15062
within 48 hours of the project approval. If within said 48-hour period the applicant/ developer
has not filed the Notice of Determination as required above, the approval for the project
granted shall be void due to failure of this condition. Failure to submit the Notice of Exemption
will result in an extended period of time for legal challenges.
FEES:
Fees for the Notice of Exemption include the Fifty Dollar County ($50.00) administrative fee.
The County of Riverside charges additional fees for credit card transactions.
FILING:
The City shall provide the applicant with a Notice of Determination within 24 hours of approval
via email. If the applicant/developer has not received the Notice of Determination within 24
hours of approval, they shall contact the case Planner immediately. All CEQA documents
must be filed online with the Riverside County Assessor — County Clerk- Recorder. A direct
link to the CEQA filings page is available at TemeculaCA.gov/CEQA.
COPY OF FILINGS:
The applicant shall provide the City with a digital copy of the required filings within 48 hours.
General Requirements
2. Indemnification of the City. Indemnity, Duty to Defend and Obligation to Pay Judgments and
Defense Costs, Including Attorneys' Fees, Incurred by the City. The Applicant shall defend,
indemnify, and hold harmless the City, its elected officials, officers, employees, volunteers,
agents, and those City agents serving as independent contractors in the role of City officials
(collectively "Indemnitees") from and against any claims, damages, actions, causes of actions,
lawsuits, suits, proceedings, losses, judgments, costs, and expenses (including, without
limitation, attorneys' fees or court costs) in any manner arising out of or incident to the
Planning Commission's actions, this approval and the City Council's actions, related
entitlements, or the City's environmental review thereof. The Applicant shall pay and satisfy
any judgment, award or decree that may be rendered against City or the other Indemnitees in
any such suit, action, or other legal proceeding. The City shall promptly notify the Applicant of
any claim, action, or proceeding and the City shall reasonably cooperate in the defense. If the
City fails to promptly notify the Applicant of any claim, action, or proceeding, or if the City fails
to reasonably cooperate in the defense, the Applicant shall not thereafter be responsible to
defend, indemnify, or hold harmless the City or the Indemnitees. The City shall have the right
to select counsel of its choice. The Applicant shall reimburse the City, and the other
Indemnitees, for any and all legal expenses and costs incurred by each of them in connection
therewith or in enforcing the indemnity herein provided. Nothing in this condition shall be
construed to require the Applicant to indemnify Indemnitees for any claim arising from the sole
negligence or willful misconduct of the Indemnitees. In the event such a legal action is filed
challenging the City's determinations herein or the issuance of the approval, the City shall
estimate its expenses for the litigation. The Applicant shall deposit said amount with the City
or, at the discretion of the City, enter into an agreement with the City to pay such expenses as
they become due.
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3. Expiration. This approval shall be used within three years of the approval date; otherwise, it
shall become null and void. Use means the beginning of substantial construction
contemplated by this approval within the three year period, which is thereafter diligently
pursued to completion, or the beginning of substantial utilization contemplated by this
approval, or use of a property in conformance with a Conditional Use Permit.
A modification made to an approved development plan does not affect the original approval
date of a development plan.
4. Time Extension. The Director of Community Development may, upon an application being
filed prior to expiration, and for good cause, grant a time extension of up to five (5) extensions
of time, one year at a time.
A modification made to an approved development plan does not affect the original approval
date of a development plan.
5. Consistency with Specific Plans. This project and all subsequent projects within this site shall
be consistent with the Altair Specific Plan (SP No. 15).
6. Block Wall Coating. All perimeter constructed CMU block walls in the public view shall be
finished with an anti-graffiti coating and shall provide documentation confirming the installation
of the coating.
7. Consistency with Development Agreements. The project and all subsequent projects within
this site shall be subject to Development Agreement No. 2018-0036259 recorded on January
30, 2018.
8. Compliance with EIR. The project and all subsequent projects within this site shall comply
with all mitigation measures identified within EIR No. SCH#2014111029.
9. Conformance with Approved Plans. The development of the premises shall substantially
conform to the approved site plan and elevations contained on file with the Planning Division.
10. Signage Permits. A separate building permit shall be required for all signage.
11. Landscape Maintenance. Landscaping installed for the project shall be continuously
maintained to the reasonable satisfaction of the Director of Community Development. If it is
determined that the landscaping is not being maintained, the Director of Community
Development shall have the authority to require the property owner to bring the landscaping
into conformance with the approved landscape plan. The continued maintenance of all
landscaped areas shall be the responsibility of the developer or any successors in interest.
12. Graffiti. All graffiti shall be removed within 48 hours on telecommunication towers,
equipment, walls, or other structures.
13. Water Quality and Drainage. Other than stormwater, it is illegal to allow liquids, gels,
powders, sediment, fertilizers, landscape debris, and waste from entering the storm drain
system or from leaving the property. To ensure compliance with this Condition of Approval:
a. Spills and leaks shall be cleaned up immediately.
b. Do not wash, maintain, or repair vehicles onsite.
c. Do not hose down parking areas, sidewalks, alleys, or gutters.
d. Ensure that all materials and products stored outside are protected from rain.
e. Ensure all trash bins are covered at all times.
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14. Materials and Colors. The Conditions of Approval specified in this resolution, to the extent
architectural style, materials, equipment, finishes or similar matters as specified in the Home
Product Review plans, shall be deemed satisfied by City staffs prior approval of the use or
utilization of an architectural style, materials, equipment, or finishes that City staff determines
to be the substantial equivalent of that required by the Conditions of Approval. Staff may
elect to reject the request to substitute, in which case the real party in interest may appeal,
after payment of the regular cost of an appeal, the decision to the Planning Commission for its
decision.
15. Modifications or Revisions. The developer shall obtain City approval for any modifications or
revisions to the approval of this project.
16. Phased Construction. If construction is phased, a construction staging area plan or phasing
plan for construction equipment and trash shall be approved by the Director of Community
Development.
17. Previous Conditions of Approval. All previous Conditions of Approval from PA14-0159 &
PA14-0160 shall remain in full effect unless superseded herein.
18. Construction and Demolition Debris. The developer shall contact the City's franchised solid
waste hauler for disposal of construction and demolition debris and shall provide the Planning
Division verification of arrangements made with the City's franchise solid waste hauler for
disposal of construction and demolition debris. Only the City's franchisee may haul
demolition and construction debris.
19. Public Art Ordinance. The applicant shall comply with the requirements of the City's Public
Art Ordinance as defined in Chapter 5.08 of the Temecula Municipal Code.
20. Property Maintenance. All parkways, including within the right-of-way, entryway median,
landscaping, walls, fencing, recreational facilities, and on-site lighting shall be maintained by
the property owner or maintenance association.
21. Fireplaces. Per the Mitigation Monitoring & Reporting Program no residential units shall be
constructed with wood burning fireplaces.
Prior to Issuance of Precise Grading Permit
22. Placement of Transformer. Provide the Planning Division with a copy of the underground
water plans and electrical plans for verification of proper placement of transformer(s) and
double detector check valves prior to final agreement with the utility companies.
23. Placement of Double Detector Check Valves. Double detector check valves shall be installed
at locations that minimize their visibility from the public right-of-way, subject to review and
approval by the Director of Community Development.
Prior to Issuance of Building Permit
24. Transportation Uniform Mitigation Fee (TUMF). The City of Temecula adopted an ordinance
on March 31, 2003, to collect fees for a Riverside County area wide Transportation Uniform
Mitigation Fee (TUMF). This project is subject to payment of these fees at the time of
building permit issuance per the Development Agreement (PA14-0161). The fees are subject
to the provisions of Chapter 15.08 of the Temecula Municipal Code and the fee schedule in
effect at the time of building permit issuance. The project may participate and benefit from
the TUMF credit program as authorized by the County or Riverside and currently administered
by WRCOFF.
25. Development Impact Fee (DIF). The developer shall comply with the provisions of Title 15,
Chapter 15.06 of the Temecula Municipal Code and all its resolutions by paying the
appropriate City fee per the Development Agreement (PA14-0161).
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26. Photometric Plan. The applicant shall submit a photometric plan, including the parking lot, to
the Planning Division, which meets the requirements of the Development Code and the
Riverside County Palomar Lighting Ordinance 655. All exterior LED light fixtures shall be
3,000 kelvin or below. The parking lot light standards shall be placed in such a way as to not
adversely affect the growth potential of the parking lot trees.
27. Construction Landscaping and Irrigation Plans. Construction Landscaping and Irrigation
Plans shall be reviewed and approved by the Planning Division. These plans shall be
submitted as a separate submittal, not as part of the building plans or other plan set. These
plans shall conform to the approved conceptual landscape plan, or as amended by these
conditions. The location, number, height and spread, water usage or KC value, genus,
species, and container size of the plants shall be shown. The plans shall be consistent with
the Water Efficient Ordinance and Water Storage Contingency Plan per the Rancho California
Water District. The plans shall be accompanied by the appropriate filing fee (per the City of
Temecula Fee Schedule at time of submittal) and one copy of the approved Grading Plan.
28. Landscaping Site Inspections. The Landscaping and Irrigation Plans shall include a note
stating, "Three landscape site inspections are required. The first inspection will be conducted
at installation of irrigation while trenches are open. This will verify that irrigation equipment
and layout is per plan specifications and details. Any adjustments or discrepancies in actual
conditions will be addressed at this time and will require approval to continue. Where
applicable, a mainline pressure check will also be conducted. This will verify that the
irrigation mainline is capable of being pressurized to 150 psi for a minimum period of two
hours without loss of pressure. The second inspection will verify that all irrigation systems
are operating properly, and to verify that all plantings have been installed consistent with the
approved construction landscape plans. The third inspection will verify property landscape
maintenance for release of the one-year landscape maintenance bond." The applicant/owner
shall contact the Planning Division to schedule inspections.
29. Agronomic Soils Report. The Landscaping and Irrigation Plans shall include a note on the
plans stating, "The contractor shall provide two copies of an agronomic soils report at the first
irrigation inspection."
30. Water Usage Calculations. The Landscaping and Irrigation Plans shall include water usage
calculations per Chapter 17.32 of the Development Code (Water Efficient Ordinance), the total
cost estimate of plantings and irrigation (in accordance with approved plan). Applicant shall
use evapotranspiration (ETo) factor of 0.70 for calculating the maximum allowable water
budget.
31. Landscape Maintenance Program. A landscape maintenance program shall be submitted to
the Planning Division for approval. The landscape maintenance program shall detail the
proper maintenance of all proposed plant materials to assure proper growth and landscape
development for the long-term esthetics of the property. The approved maintenance program
shall be provided to the landscape maintenance contractor who shall be responsible to carry
out the detailed program.
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32. Specifications of Landscape Maintenance Program. Specifications of the landscape
maintenance program shall indicate, "Three landscape site inspections are required. The first
inspection will be conducted at the installation of irrigation while trenches are open. This will
verify that irrigation equipment and layout is per plan specifications and details. Any
adjustments or discrepancies in actual conditions will be addressed at this time and will
require approval to continue. Where applicable, a mainline pressure check will also be
conducted. This will verify that the irrigation mainline is capable of being pressurized to 150
psi for a minimum period of two hours without loss of pressure. The second inspection will
verify that all irrigation systems are operating properly, and to verify that all plantings have
been installed consistent with the approved construction landscape plans.
33. Irrigation. The landscaping plans shall include automatic irrigation for all landscaped areas
and complete screening of all ground mounted equipment from view of the public from streets
and adjacent property for private common areas; front yards and slopes within individual lots;
shrub planting to completely screen perimeter walls adjacent to a public right-of-way equal to
66 feet or larger; and, all landscaping excluding City maintained areas and front yard
landscaping which shall include, but may not be limited to, private slopes and common areas.
34. Hardscapinq. The landscape plans shall include all hardscaping for equestrian trails and
pedestrian trails within private common areas.
35. Wall and Fence Plans. Wall and fence plans shall be consistent with the Conceptual
Landscape Plans showing the height, location and the materials for all walls and fences.
36. Precise Grading Plans. Precise Grading Plans shall be consistent with the approved rough
grading plans including all structural setback measurements.
37. Building Construction Plans for Outdoor Areas. Building Construction Plans shall include
detailed outdoor areas (including but not limited to trellises, decorative furniture, fountains,
hardscape, etc.) to match the style of the building subject to the approval of the Director of
Community Development.
38. Landscaping Requirement for Phased Development. If any phase or area of the project site
is not scheduled for development within six months of the completion of grading, the
landscaping plans shall indicate it will be temporarily landscaped (which may include a
requirement for regular irrigation) or sprayed with a binder for dust and soil erosion control.
39. WQMP Landscape Compliance. The construction landscape plans shall be consistent with
Appendix A, Table 31 of the Low Impact Development (LID) Manual for Southern California for
plant materials and treatment facilities, and shall reference the approved precise grading plan
for WQMP features.
40. Roof-Mounted Mechanical Equipment. Roof-mounted mechanical equipment shall not be
permitted within the subdivision; however, solar equipment or any other energy saving devices
shall be permitted with Director of Community Development approval.
41. Utility Screening. All utilities shall be screened from the public view or utilize artistic wraps.
Landscape construction drawings shall show and label all utilities and provide appropriate
screening. Provide a three-foot clear zone around fire check detectors as required by the
Fire Department before starting the screen. Group utilities together in order to reduce
intrusion. Screening of utilities is not to look like an after-thought. Plan planting beds and
design around utilities. Locate all light poles on plans and ensure that there are no conflicts
with trees.
Prior to Release of Power, Building Occupancy or Any Use Allowed by This Permit
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42. Landscape Installation Consistent with Construction Plans. All required landscape planting
and irrigation shall have been installed consistent with the approved construction plans and
shall be in a condition acceptable to the Director of Community Development. The plants
shall be healthy and free of weeds, disease, or pests. The irrigation system shall be properly
constructed and in good working order.
43. Installation of Site Improvements. All site improvements, including but not limited to, parking
areas and striping shall be installed but may be installed in a phased fashion consistent with
the approved phasing plan.
44. Compliance with Conditions of Approval. All of the foregoing conditions shall be complied
with prior to occupancy, or any use allowed by this approval. Phased compliance may occur
consistent with phasing plan.
45. Front Yard and Slope Landscaping. Front yard and slope landscaping within individual lots
shall be completed for inspection.
46. Private Common Area Landscaping. Private common area landscaping shall be completed.
47. HOA Landscaping. HOA landscaping shall be completed for inspection for those lots
adjacent to HOA landscaped area.
Outside Agencies
48. Compliance with Geotechnical. The applicant shall comply with the recommendations set
forth in the Geocon West Inc. transmittal dated March 25, 2024, a copy of which is attached.
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
General Requirements
49. Conditions of Approval. The developer shall comply with all Conditions of Approval, the
Specific Plan, the Engineering and Construction Manual and all City codes/standards at no
cost to any governmental agency.
50. Entitlement Approval. The developer shall comply with the approved site plan, the
conceptual Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) and other relevant documents approved
during entitlement. Any significant omission to the representation of site conditions may
require the plans to be resubmitted for further review and revision.
51. Precise Grading Permit. A precise grading permit for on site improvements (outside of public
right-of-way) shall be obtained from Public Works.
52. Haul Route Permit. A haul route permit may be required when soils are moved on public
roadways to or from a grading site. The developer/contractor is to verify if the permit is
required. If so, he shall comply with all conditions and requirements per the City's
Engineering and Construction Manual and as directed by Public Works.
53. Encroachment Permits. Prior to commencement of any applicable construction,
encroachment permit(s) are required and shall be obtained from Public Works for public offsite
improvements.
54. Street Improvement Plans. The developer shall submit private street improvement plans for
review and approval by Public Works. The plans shall be in compliance with Caltrans and
City codes/standards; and shall include, but not limited to, plans and profiles showing existing
topography, existing/proposed utilities, proposed centerline, top of curb and flowline grades.
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55. Signing & Striping Plan. A signing & striping plan, designed by a registered civil engineer per
the latest edition of Caltrans MUTCD standards, shall be included with the street improvement
plans for approval.
56. Storm Drain Improvement Plans. The developer shall submit storm drain improvement plans
if the street storm flows exceed top of curb for the 10-year storm event and/or is not contained
within the street right-of-way for the 100-year storm event. A manhole shall be constructed at
right-of-way where a private and public storm drain systems connect. The plans shall be
approved by Public Works.
57. Private Drainage Facilities. All onsite drainage and water quality facilities shall be privately
maintained.
58. Underlying Approvals. If, in applying these conditions, there is conflict between the
requirements of(i) the project's Development Agreement, as amended to date, (ii) the Specific
Plan, as amended to date, and/or (iii) Tentative Tract Map No. 36959, the prevailing
requirement shall be determined as follows:
a. First priority goes to the provisions of the Development Agreement
b. Second priority goes to the provisions of the Specific Plan, then
c. Third priority goes to the provisions of Tentative Tract Map No.36959-1, 36959-2, 36959-3
and 36959
Prior to Issuance of a Grading Permit
59. Environmental Constraint Sheet (ECS). The developer shall comply with all constraints per
the recorded ECS with any underlying maps related to the subject property.
60. Grading/Erosion & Sediment Control Plan. The developer shall submit a grading/erosion &
sediment control plan(s) to be reviewed and approved by Public Works. All plans shall be
coordinated for consistency with adjacent projects and existing improvements contiguous to
the site. The approved plan shall include all construction-phase pollution-prevention controls
to adequately address non-permitted runoff. Refer to the City's Engineering & Construction
Manual at: ,vww.TemeculaCA.gov/ECM
61. Erosion & Sediment Control Securities. The developer shall comply with the provisions of
Chapter 18, Section 18.24.140 of the Temecula Municipal Code by posting security and
entering into an agreement to guarantee the erosion & sediment control improvements.
62. NPDES General Permit Compliance. The developer shall obtain project coverage under the
State National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) General Permit for
Construction Activities and shall provide the following:
a. A copy of the Waste Discharge Identification Number (WDID) issued by the State Water
Resources Control Board (SWRCB);
b. The project's Risk Level (RL) determination number; and
c. The name, contact information and certification number of the Qualified SWPPP
Developer (QSD)
Pursuant to the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) requirements and City's
storm water ordinance, a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) shall be generated
and submitted to the Board. Throughout the project duration, the SWPPP shall be routinely
updated and readily available (onsite) to the State and City. Review
www.cabmphandbooks.com for SWPPP guidelines. Refer to the following link:
http://www.waterboards.ca.gov/water issues/programs/stormwater/construction.shtml
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63. Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) and O&M Agreement. The developer shall submit
a final WQMP (prepared by a registered professional engineer) with the initial grading plan
submittal, based on the conceptual WQMP from the entitlement process. It must receive
acceptance by Public Works. A copy of the final project-specific WQMP must be kept onsite
at all times. In addition, a completed WQMP Operation and Maintenance (O&M) Agreement
shall be submitted for review and approval. Upon approval from City staff, the applicant shall
record the O&M agreement at the County Recorder's Office in Temecula. Refer to the WQMP
template and agreement link: www.TemeculaCA.gov/WQMP. As part of the WQMP approval,
the Engineer of Record shall report and certify BMP construction per City of Temecula NPDES
requirements. Should the project require Alternative Compliance, the developer is
responsible for execution of an approved Alternative Compliance Agreement.
a. Per the City's letter regarding Alternative Compliance Program (ACP) credits dated May
9th, 2024, project shall be eligible for use of ACP credits and ACP credits will be available
for prepurchase.
64. Area Drainage Plan (ADP) Fee to RCFC&WCD. The developer shall demonstrate to the City
that the flood mitigation charge (ADP fee) has been paid to RCFC&WCD. If the full ADP fee
has already been credited to this property, no new charge will be required.
65. Drainage. All applicable drainage shall be depicted on the grading plan and properly
accommodated with onsite drainage improvements and water quality facilities, which shall be
privately maintained. Alterations to existing drainage patterns or concentration and/or
diverting flows is not allowed unless the developer constructs adequate drainage
improvements and obtains the necessary permissions from the downstream property owners.
All drainage leaving the site shall be conveyed into a public storm drain system, if possible.
The creation of new cross lot drainage is not permitted.
66. Drainage Study. A drainage study shall be prepared by a registered civil engineer and
submitted to Public Works with the initial grading plan check in accordance with City, Riverside
County and engineering standards. The study shall identify storm water runoff quantities (to
mitigate the 10 and 100-year storm event for 24-hour storm duration peak flow) from the
development of this site and upstream of the site. It shall identify all existing or proposed
offsite or onsite, public or private, drainage facilities intended to discharge this runoff. Runoff
shall be conveyed to an adequate outfall capable of receiving the storm water runoff without
damage to public or private property. The study shall include a capacity analysis verifying the
adequacy of all facilities. Any upgrading or upsizing of drainage facilities necessary to
convey the storm water runoff shall be provided as part of development of this project.
67. Soils Report. A soils report, prepared by a registered soil or civil engineer, shall be submitted
to Public Works with the initial grading plan submittal. The report shall address the site's soil
conditions and provide recommendations for the construction of engineered structures and
preliminary pavement sections.
68. Letter of Permission/Easement. The developer shall obtain documents (letters of permission
or easements) for any offsite work performed on adjoining properties. The document's format
is as directed by, and shall be submitted to, Public Works for acceptance. The document
information shall be noted on the approved grading plan.
69. Sight Distance. The developer shall limit landscaping in the corner cut-off area of all street
intersections and adjacent to driveways to provide for minimum sight distance and visibility.
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70. American Disability Act. The developer shall ensure that all frontage areas to the proposed
development within the public right of way are ADA compliant. Any sidewalk within the public
right of way found to be non-compliant shall be the responsibility of the property owner to be
removed and replaced with ADA compliant sidewalk per the Streets and Highway Code
Section 5610.
Prior to Issuance of Encroachment Permit(s)
71. Public Utility Agency Work. The developer shall submit all relevant documentation due to
encroaching within City right-of-way; and is responsible for any associated costs and for
making arrangements with each applicable public utility agency.
72. Traffic Control Plans. A construction area traffic control plan (TCP) will be required for lane
closures and detours or other disruptions to traffic circulation; and shall be reviewed and
approved by Public Works. The TCP shall be designed by a registered civil or traffic engineer
in conformance with the latest edition of the Caltrans Manual on Uniform Traffic Control
Devices (MUTCD) and City standards.
73. Improvement Plans. All improvement plans (including but not limited to street, storm drain,
traffic) shall be reviewed and approved by Public Works.
74. Street Trenching. All street trenches shall conform to City Standard No. 407; refer to the
City's Paving Notes.
Prior to Issuance of Building Permit(s)
75. Final Map. Prior to issuance of the FIRST production building permit, Tract Map No. 36959-1
shall be approved and recorded.
76. Construction of Street Improvements. All street improvement plans shall be approved by
Public Works. The developer shall start construction of all private street improvements, as
outlined below, in accordance to the City's General Plan/Circulation Element and
corresponding City standards. All street improvement designs shall provide adequate
right-of-way and pavement transitions per Caltrans' standards to join existing street
improvements.
a. Streets A through M (Private — 24' min R/E) to include installation of full-width street
improvements, including utilities, as shown on the approved Site Plan.
77. Street Lights.
a. Street Light Plan — Street lighting shall be designed in accordance with the latest City
Standards and Specifications for LS-3 street light rates, and as determined by the City
Engineer with the exception of the public portion of Altair Vista, Coromell Trail, B Street
and C Street which will include a decorative LS-1 system.
b. Onsite and Offsite Street Lights Ownership and Maintenance — All proposed public and
private streetlights shall be designed in accordance with City approved standards and
specifications, or as determined and approved by the City Engineer. The City shall have
ownership and maintenance of all proposed public streetlights and associated
appurtenances, and shall be provided with adequate service points for power. The design
shall be incorporated in the project's street improvement plans or in a separate street light
plan as determined and approved by the City Engineer.
c. Streetlight Design as LS-3 Rate Lights — All new streetlights on public streets, except as
noted above, shall be designed as LS-3 rate lights in accordance with approved City
standards and specifications, and as determined by the City Engineer.
d. Street Light Service Point Addressing — The developer shall coordinate with the PW
Department and with Southern California Edison the assignment of addresses to required
street light service points. Service points serving public streetlights shall be owned by the
City and shall be located within public right of way or within duly dedicated public
easements.
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78. Certifications. Certifications are required from the registered civil engineer-of-record
certifying the building pad elevation(s) per the approved plans and from the soil's
engineer-of-record certifying compaction of the building pad(s).
Prior to Issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy
79. Completion of Improvements. The developer shall complete all work per the approved plans
and Conditions of Approval to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. This includes all on site
work (including water quality facilities), public improvements and the executed WQMP
Operation and Maintenance agreement.
80. Utility Agency Clearances. The developer shall receive written clearance from applicable
utility agencies (i.e., Rancho California and Eastern Municipal Water Districts, etc.) for the
completion of their respective facilities and provide to Public Works.
81. Replacement of Damaged Improvements/Monuments. Any appurtenance damaged or
broken during development shall be repaired or removed and replaced to the satisfaction of
Public Works. Any survey monuments damaged or destroyed shall be reset per City
Standards by a qualified professional pursuant to the California Business and Professional
Code Section 8771.
82. Certifications. All necessary certifications and clearances from engineers, utility companies
and public agencies shall be submitted as required by Public Works.
83. Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) Verification. As part of the WQMP approval, the
Engineer of Record shall report and certify BMP construction per City of Temecula NPDES
requirements. Should the project require alternative compliance, the developer is responsible
for execution of an approved Alternative Compliance Agreement.
FIRE PREVENTION
General Requirements
84. Fire Hydrants. The Fire Prevention Bureau is required to set minimum fire hydrant distances
per CFC Appendix C. Super fire hydrants (6" x 4" x (2) 2 1/2 outlets) shall be located on fire
access roads and adjacent public streets. For all single-family dwellings and tract homes
hydrants shall be 500 feet apart, and shall be located no more than 250 feet from any point on
the street or Fire Department access road(s) frontage to a hydrant. The required fire flow
shall be available from any adjacent hydrant(s) in the system. The fire line may be required to
be a looped system. The upgrade of existing fire hydrants may be required (CFC Appendix C
and Temecula Municipal Code Section 15.16.020).
85. Fire Dept. Plan Review. Final fire and life safety conditions will be addressed when building
plans are reviewed by the Fire Prevention Bureau. These conditions will be based on
occupancy, use, the California Building Code (CBC), California Fire Code (CFC), and related
codes which are in force at the time of building plan submittal.
86. Fire Flow. The Fire Prevention Bureau is required to set a minimum fire flow for the
construction of all residential buildings per CFC Appendix B. The developer shall provide for
this project, a water system capable of delivering 2,000 GPM at 20-PSI residual operating
pressure for a 2-hour duration for single family dwellings. This applies to public or private
systems. If the system is public, a letter from the water purveyor will be required to be
submitted with plans to ensure that the fire flow requirements will be met. (CFC Appendix B
and Temecula Municipal Code Section 15.16.020).
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87. Fire Requirement. Fire sprinkler plans will be required for each individual home, not structure
or model type. The fire sprinkler contractor will be responsible for submitting plans for each
individual home. Each home will have their own dedicated residential fire sprinkler riser
located in the garage. For the duplexes, a fire sprinkler riser will be located in each garage
and each home will have their own permit.
Prior to Issuance of Grading Permit(s)
88. Access Road Widths. Fire Department vehicle access roads shall have an unobstructed
width of not less than 24 feet and an unobstructed vertical clearance of not less than 13 feet 6
inches. On trash days, the trash bins will be placed in this fire access road, a minimum of
20-feet of clear width must be maintained for fire access and the trash bins cannot be located
in this fire access lane any longer than a 24-hour period. Failure to comply with this will result
in trash bins no longer being able to impede the fire access lanes/roads. (CFC Chapter 5
and Temecula Municipal Code Section 15.16.020).
89. Two Point Access. This development shall maintain two points of access, via all-weather
surface roads, as approved by the Fire Prevention Bureau (CFC Chapter 5).
90. All Weather Access Roads. Fire apparatus access roads shall be designed and maintained
to support the imposed loads of fire apparatus and shall be with a surface to provide
all-weather driving capabilities. Access roads shall be 80,000 lbs. GVW with a minimum of
AC thickness of.25 feet. In accordance with Section 3310.1, prior to building construction, all
locations where structures are to be built shall have fire apparatus access roads. (CFC
Chapter 5 and Temecula Municipal Code Section 15.16.020).
91. Gradient of Access Roads. The gradient for fire apparatus access roads shall not exceed 15
percent (CFC Chapter 5 and Temecula Municipal Code Section 15.16.020).
92. Turning Radius. Dead end roadways and streets in excess of 150 feet which have not been
completed shall have a turnaround capable of accommodating fire apparatus (CFC Chapter 5
and Temecula Municipal Code 15.16.020).
Prior to Issuance of Building Permit(s)
93. Required Submittals (Fire Underground Water). The developer shall furnish electronic copies
of the water system plans to the Fire Prevention Bureau for approval prior to installation for all
private water systems pertaining to the fire service loop. Plans shall be signed by a
registered civil engineer, contain a Fire Prevention Bureau approval signature block, and
conform to hydrant type, location, spacing and minimum fire flow standards. Hydraulic
calculations will be required with the underground submittal to ensure fire flow requirements
are being met for the on-site hydrants. The plans must be submitted and approved prior to
building permit being issued (CFC Chapter 33 and Chapter 5).
94. Required Submittals (Fire Sprinkler Systems). Fire sprinkler plans shall be submitted
electronically to the Fire Prevention Bureau for approval. Fire sprinkler plans must be
submitted by the installing contractor to the Fire Prevention Bureau. These plans must be
submitted prior to the issuance of building permit. A set of plans is required for each individual
home.
95. Required Submittals (Fuel Modification). Fuel modification plans shall be submitted
electronically to the Fire Prevention Bureau for review and approval for all open space areas
adjacent to the wildland-vegetation interface (CFC Chapter 49).
Prior to Issuance of Certificate of Occupancy
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96. Gates and Access. All manual and electronic gates on required Fire Department access
roads or gates obstructing Fire Department building access shall be provided with the Knox
Rapid entry system for emergency access by firefighting personnel (CFC Chapter 5).
97. Hydrant Verification. Hydrant locations shall be identified by the installation of reflective
markers (blue dots) (Temecula Municipal Code Section 15.16.020).
98. Addressing. New buildings shall have approved address numbers, building numbers or
approved building identification placed in a position that is plainly legible and visible from the
street or road fronting the property. These numbers shall contrast with their background.
Single family residences shall have 4-inch letters and/or numbers, as approved by the Fire
Prevention Bureau (CFC Chapter 5 and Temecula Municipal Code Section 15.16.020).
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GEOCON
W E S T, I N C.
GEOTECHNICAL ■ ENVIRONMENTAL . MATERIALS 7)
Project No. T2652-22-19
March 25, 2024
City of Temecula
41000 Main Street
Temecula, California 92590
Attention: Mr. Scott Cooper
Subject: GEOTECHNICAL THIRD-PARTY REVIEW(LR22-1033)
PROPOSED ALTAIR SPECIFIC PLAN RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT
TEMECULA, CALIFORNIA
Dear Mr. Cooper:
In accordance with your request, Geocon West, Inc. (Geocon)has completed a third-party review of the
Geotechnical Evaluation, Proposed "Altair" Residential Development, City of Temecula, California,
dated June 29,2023 and response to comments dated February 9, 2024, prepared by LGC Geotechnical,
Inc. (LGC). The purpose of the review is to present our opinion regarding the suitability of the study,
conclusions, and recommendations provided within the referenced document. Geocon's review is based
on the City of Temecula Engineering Construction Manual dated 2020; County of Riverside Technical
Guidelines for the Review of Geotechnical and Geologic Reports 2000 Edition, Standard Specification
for Public Works Construction, 2022 edition, California Geological Survey Special Publication 117A,
Guidelines for Evaluating and Mitigating Seismic Hazards in California dated 2008, ASCE 7-16, and
2022 California Building Code.
PURPOSE AND SCOPE
The scope services performed by Geocon for this geotechnical third-party review consisted of reviewing
the Geotechnical Response dated February 9,2024 to Geocon's initial comments dated January 11,2024
with respect to geotechnical aspects of developing the Altair project.
CONCLUSIONS
Based on our review of the referenced document, the following should be incorporated into the
geotechnical review of the 40-scale grading plan report for the Altair project
Comments No. 1 through 7 were addressed.
41571 Corning Place,Suite 101 •Murrieta,California 92562•Telephone 951.304.2300•www.geoconinc.com
Comment No. 8 refers to a 370-foot-high slope at the end of the second paragraph. We assume that is
a typographical error. If it is not and a 370-foot-high slope is planned, slope stability analysis should be
provided in the grading plan review report.
Comments 9 through 13 were addressed.
Comment 14 is regarding 3 inch minus rock within Eastern Municipal Water District(EMWD) utility
trench backfill. LGC stated it would be up to the utility agencies inspectors to monitor the size of rock
within the backfill. However, the agencies rely on the geotechnical inspectors to monitor and enforce
trench backfill requirements during construction. Therefore, LGC technicians will be responsible for
monitoring and verifying that no rocks greater than 3 inches in maximum diameter are included in the
backfill soils for EMWD lines. LGC should acknowledge this in their grading plan review report.
Comment 15: LGC states they will discuss the City of Temecula's paving requirements to clarify the
City's requirements prior to providing pavement section recommendations for the project. This is an
acceptable solution to conflicting or incomplete requirements in this situation.
Comment 16 was addressed.
Comment 17: See Comment 14,above.
Comment 18: We recommend LGC acquire confirmation from the City that relative compaction of less
than 90 percent is acceptable where structures and infrastructure are not impacted. LGC should discuss
City approval in the 40-scale grading plan review document.
Comment 19: LGC should provide the method by which the settlement values were calculated in the
40-scale grading plan review.
Comments 20 through 23 were addressed.
Geocon has completed this review on behalf of the City of Temecula to determine if the major
geotechnical aspects of the project were reasonably analyzed and addressed within the general standard
of care in our industry. No additional analysis nor independent investigation were performed.
The geotechnical consultant is responsible for confirming their findings and recommendations during
construction. Our review should not be considered an endorsement of these documents or of the
construction operations that result from them.
Geocon Project No.T2652-22-19 -2- January 11,2024
Should you have any questions regarding this letter, or if we may be of further service, please contact
the undersigned at your convenience.
Very truly yours,
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Geocon Project No.T2652-22-I9 -3- January 11,2024