HomeMy WebLinkAbout14-015 PC Resolution PC RESOLUTION NO. 14-15
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF TEMECULA RECOMMENDING THAT THE
CITY COUNCIL APPROVE A RESOLUTION ENTITLED "A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TEMECULA APPROVING PLANNING APPLICATION NO.
PA12-0134, A HOME PRODUCT REVIEW APPLICATION
FOR ARBOR VISTA LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST
CORNER OF VIA LOBO AND NICOLAS ROAD" (APNS
919-350-017, 018, 019, 020)
Section 1. Procedural Findings. The Planning Commission of the City of
Temecula does hereby find, determine and declare that:
A. On July 12, 2012, Mr. Lenny Dunn filed Planning Application Nos. PA12-
0131, General Plan Amendment; PA12-0132, Zone Change to a PDO; PA12-0133,
Tentative Tract Map 36479; and PA12-0134, Home Product Review application in a
manner in accord with the City of Temecula General Plan and Development Code.
B. On May 21, 2014, the Planning Commission recommended approval of
Planning Application Nos. PA12-0131, General Plan Amendment; PA12-0132, Zone
Change to a PDO; PA12-0133, Tentative Tract Map 36479; and PA12-0134, Home
Product Review.
C. The Application was processed including, but not limited to a public notice,
in the time and manner prescribed by State and local law.
D. The Planning Commission, at a regular meeting, considered the
Applications and environmental review on May 21, 2014, 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.
E. At the conclusion of the Planning Commission hearing and after due
consideration of the testimony, the Planning Commission approved Planning Application
Nos. PA12-0131, General Plan Amendment; PA12-0132, Zone Change to a PDO;
PA12-0133, Tentative Tract Map 36479; and PA12-0134, Home Product Review
application with a Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring Program
subject to and based upon the findings set forth hereunder.
F. All legal preconditions to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred.
Section 2. Further Findings. The Planning Commission, in approving the
Application hereby finds, determines and declares that: Home Product Review
Application No. PA12-0134 is in conformance with the General Plan for Temecula and
with all applicable requirements of State Law and other Ordinances of the City:
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;
This application is accompanied by Tentative Tract Map 36479, General Plan
Amendment and Zone Change to a PDO. The General Plan Amendment and
Zone Change to a PDO establish the density and design framework for the
proposed cluster subdivision development. The proposed design preserves
approximately 39 acres of the 73 gross acre site in permanently preserved open
space, thereby promoting the goals of the General Plan to preserve habitat and
provide additional trails and active parkland. The project has been designed to
ensure compliance with the General Plan and all applicable requirements of
State law and other Ordinances of the City.
B. The overall development of the land is designed for the protection of the
public health, safety, and general welfare;
The project is consistent with all applicable building, development and fire codes,
which include provisions to safeguard the health, safety, and general welfare of
the community.
Section 3. Environmental Findings. The Planning Commission hereby makes
the following environmental findings and determinations in connection with the approval
of the Home Product Review Application, PA12-0134:
A. Pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), City staff
prepared an Initial Study of the potential environmental effects of the approval of the
Tentative Tract Map and associated applications, as described in the Initial Study ("the
Project'). Based upon the findings contained in that study, City staff determined that
there was no substantial evidence that the Project could have a significant effect on the
environment and a Mitigated Negative Declaration was prepared.
B. Thereafter, City staff provided public notice of the public comment period
and of the intent to adopt the Mitigated Negative Declaration as required by law. The
public comment period commenced on April 21, 2014, and expired on May 20, 2014.
Copies of the documents have been available for public review and inspection at the
offices of the Department of Community Development, located at City Hall, 41000 Main
Street, Temecula, California 92590.
C. Four written comments were received prior to the public hearing and a
response to all the comments made therein was prepared, submitted to the Planning
Commission and incorporated into the administrative record of the proceedings.
D. The Planning Commission has reviewed the Mitigated Negative
Declaration and all comments received regarding the Mitigated Negative Declaration
prior to and at the May 21, 2014 public hearing, and based on the whole record before it
finds that: (1) the Mitigated Negative Declaration was prepared in compliance with
CEQA; (2) there is no substantial evidence that the Project will have a significant effect
on the environment; and (3) the Mitigate d Negative Declaration reflects the
independent judgment and analysis of the Planning Commission.
Section 4. Recommendation. The Planning Commission of the City of
Temecula hereby recommends that the City Council approve Planning Application No.
PA12-0134, Home Product Review for Arbor Vista located at the southeast corner of
Via Lobo and Nicolas Road (APNs 919-350-017, 018, 019, 020) subject to the
Conditions of Approval set forth on Exhibit A, attached to the City Council Resolution,
and incorporated herein by this reference.
Section 5. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED by the City of Temecula
Planning Commission this 21st day of May, 2014.
Sta ey Harter, Chairman
ATTEST:
Armando G. Villa, AICP
Secretary
[SEAL]
a
STATE OF CALiFORNIA )
COUNTY OF. RIVERSIDE )ss
CITY OF TEMECULA )
I, Armando G. Villa, Secretary of the Temecula Planning Commission, do
hereby certify that the forgoing PC Resolution No. 14-15 was duly and regularly
adopted by the Planning Commission of the City of Temecula at a regular meeting
thereof held on the 215t day of May, 2014, by the following vote:
AYES: 4 PLANNING COMMISSIONERS: Carey, Harter, Kight, Telesio
NOES: 0 PLANNING COMMISSIONERS None
ABSENT: 1 PLANNING COMMISSIONERS Guerriero
ABSTAIN: 0 PLANNING COMMISSIONERS None
Armando G. Villa, AICP
Secretary
EXHIBIT A
CC RESOLUTION
RESOLUTION NO. 14-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF TEMECULA APPROVING PLANNING APPLICATION
NO. PA12-0134, A HOME PRODUCT REVIEW
APPLICATION FOR ARBOR VISTA LOCATED AT THE
SOUTHEAST CORNER OF VIA LOBO AND NICOLAS
ROAD (APNS 919-350-017, 018, 019, 020)
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA DOES HEREBY RESOLVE
AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Procedural Findings. The City Council of the City of Temecula
does hereby find, determine and declare that:
A. On July 12, 2012, Mr. Lenny Dunn filed Planning Application Nos. PA12-
0131, General Plan Amendment; PA12-0132, Zone Change to a PDO; PA12-0133,
Tentative Tract Map 36479; and PA12-0134, Home Product Review application in a
manner in accord with the City of Temecula General Plan and Development Code.
B. On May 21, 2014, the Planning Commission recommended approval of
Planning Application Nos. PA12-0131, General Plan Amendment; PA12-0132, Zone
Change to a PDO; PA12-0133, Tentative Tract Map 36479; and PA12-0134, Home
Product Review.
C. The Project was processed including, but not limited to a public notice, in
the time and manner prescribed by State and local law, including the California
Environmental Quality Act.
D. A Mitigated Negative Declaration was prepared for the Project in
accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act and California Environmental
Quality Act Guidelines (CEQA) and circulated for public review from April 21, 2014 to
May 20, 2014 for a 30-day public review. Copies of the documents have been available
for public review and inspection at the offices of the Department of Communtiy
Development, located at City Hall, 41000 Main Street, Temecula, California 92590.
E. On May 21, 2014, at a duly noticed public hearing as prescribed by law,
the Planning Commission considered the Project and any comments received prior to or
at the public hearing on May 21, 2014, at which time the City staff presented its report,
and interested persons had an opportunity to and did testify either in support or in
opposition to the Project and the Mitigated Negative Declaration.
F. Following consideration of the entire record before it at the public hearing
and due consideration of the proposed Project the Planning Commission recommended
that the City Council adopt the Mitigated Negative Declaration prepared for the Project.
G. At the conclusion of the Planning Commission hearing and after due
consideration of the entire record before the Planning Commission hearing, and after
due consideration of the testimony regarding the proposed Project, the Planning
Commission recommended that the City Council approve the Project including Planning
Application Nos. PA12-0131, General Plan Amendment; PA12-0132, Zone Change to a
PDO; PA12-0133, Tentative Tract,Map 36479; and PA12-0134, Home Product Review
in a manner in accord with the City of Temecula General Plan and Development Code.
H. On , the City Council of the City of Temecula considered the
Project and the Mitigated Negative Declaration, at a duly noticed public hearing at which
time all interested persons had an opportunity to and did testify either in support or in
opposition to this matter. The Council considered all the testimony and any comments
received regarding the Project and the Mitigated Negative Declaration prior to and at the
public hearing.
I. Following the public hearing, the Council adopted Resolution No. 14-
adopting the Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring Program.
J. All legal preconditions to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred.
Section 2. Legislative Findings. The City Council in approving the Home
Product Review application hereby finds, determines and declares that:
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;
This application is accompanied by a Tentative Tract Map 36479, General Plan
Amendment and Zone Change to a PDO. The General Plan Amendment and
Zone Change to a PDO establish the density and design framework for the
proposed cluster subdivision development. The proposed design preserves
approximately 39 acres of the 73 gross acre site in permanently preserved open
space, thereby promoting the goals of the General Plan to preserve habitat and
provide additional trails and active parkland. The project has been designed to
ensure compliance with the General Plan and all applicable requirements of
State law and other Ordinances of the City.
B. The overall development of the land is designed for the protection of the
public health, safety, and general welfare;
The project is consistent with all applicable building, development and fire codes,
which include provisions to safeguard the health, safety, and general welfare of
the community.
Section 3. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of the Resolution and it
shall become effective upon its adoption.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of
Temecula this day of, 2014.
Maryann Edwards, Mayor
ATTEST:
Gwyn R. Flores, CMC
Acting City Clerk
[SEAL]
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE ) ss
CITY OF TEMECULA )
I, Gwyn R. Flores, CMC, Acting City Clerk of the City of Temecula, do hereby
certify that the foregoing Resolution No. - was duly and regularly adopted by the City
Council of the City of Temecula at a meeting thereof held on the day of 12014,
by the following vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Gwyn R. Flores, CMC
Acting City Clerk
EXHIBIT B
DRAFT CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
EXHIBIT A
CITY OF TEMECULA
DRAFT CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
Planning Application No.: Planning Application No. PA12-0134
Project Description: A Residential Home Product Review application for 83 lots to be
created with TTM 36479 (PA12-0133) for four floor plans ranging
in size from 2,700 to 3,500 square feet with three elevation types
of each: Craftsman, Spanish, and Traditional. The residential
portion of this project is proposed to be gated. However, the
residential area is designed to be surrounded by amenities that
are open to the public, but privately maintained, including trails, a
park with splash pad, and associated parking lot off of Nicolas
Road.
Assessor's Parcel No.: APNs 919-350-017, 018, 019, 020
MSHCP Category: Single-Family Residential (less than 8 du/ac)
DIF Category: Residential - Detached
TUMF Category: Single-Family Residential
Quimby Category: Single-Family with Attached Garage
Approval Date: To be Determined by City Council
Expiration Date: To be Determined by City Council
PLANNING DIVISION
Within 48 Hours of the Approval of This Project
PL-1. Filing Notice of Determination. The applicant/developer shall deliver to the Planning
Division a cashier's check or money order made payable to the County Clerk in the
amount of Two Thousand Two Hundred Thirty-One Dollars and Twenty-Five Cents
($2,231.25) which includes the Two Thousand One Hundred Eighty-One Dollars
and Twenty-Five Cents ($2,181.25) fee, required by Fish and Wildlife Code Section
711.4(d)(3) plus the Fifty Dollars ($50.00) County administrative fee, to enable the
City to file the Notice of Determination for the Mitigated Negative Declaration
required under Public Resources Code Section 21152 and California Code of
Regulations Section 15075. If within said 48-hour period the applicant/ developer
has not delivered to the Planning Division the check as required above, the approval
for the project granted shall be void due to failure of condition [Fish and Wildlife
Code Section 711.4(c)].
General Requirements
PL-2. Indemnification of the City. The applicant and owner of the real property subject to
this condition shall hereby agree to indemnify, protect, hold harmless, and defend
the City with Legal Counsel of the City's own selection from any and all claims,
actions, awards, judgments, or proceedings against the City to attack, set aside,
annul, or seek monetary damages resulting, directly or indirectly, from any action in
furtherance of and the approval of the City, or any agency or instrumentality thereof,
advisory agency, appeal board or legislative body including actions approved by the
voters of the City, concerning the Planning Application. The City shall be deemed
for purposes of this condition, to include any agency or instrumentality thereof, or
any of its elected or appointed officials, officers, employees, consultants,
contractors, legal counsel, and agents. City shall promptly notify both the applicant
and landowner of any claim, action, or proceeding to which this condition is
applicable and shall further cooperate fully in the defense of the action. The City
reserves the right to take any and all action the City deems to be in the best interest
of the City and its citizens in regards to such defense.
PL-3. Modifications or Revisions. The permittee shall obtain City approval for any
modifications or revisions to the approval of this project.
PL-4. Expiration. This approval shall be used within two years of the approval date;
otherwise, it shall become null and void. By "use" is meant the beginning of
substantial construction contemplated by this approval within the two year period,
which is thereafter diligently pursued to completion, or the beginning of substantial
utilization contemplated by this approval.
PL-5. 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 3
one-year extensions of time, one year at a time.
PL-6. 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.
PL-7. 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.
PL-8. 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.
PL-9. Materials and Colors. The Conditions of Approval specified in this resolution, to the
extent specific items, materials, equipment, techniques, finishes or similar matters
are specified, shall be deemed satisfied by staff's prior approval of the use or
utilization of an item, material, equipment, finish or technique 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.
PL-10. 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.
PL-11. Compliance with City Noise Ordinance. The project shall operate in conformance
with all requirements and regulations of Chapter 9.20 (Noise) of the Temecula
Municipal Code.
PL-12. Subdivision Map Act. The tentative subdivision shall comply with the State of
California Subdivision Map Act and to all the requirements of Ordinance No. 460,
unless modified by the conditions listed below. An Extension of Time may be
approved in accordance with the State Map Act and City Ordinance, upon written
request, if made prior to the expiration date.
PL-13. Subdivision Phasing. If subdivision phasing is proposed, a phasing plan shall be
submitted to and approved by the Community Development Director.
PL-14. 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.
PL-15. Public Art Ordinance. The applicant shall comply with the requirements of the City's
Public Art Ordinance as defined in Section 5.08 of the Temecula Municipal Code.
PL-16. 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.
PL-17. Class II Bicycle Lanes. Class II bicycle lanes, as specified in the City of Temecula
Multi-Use Trails and Bikeways Master Plan, shall be identified on the street
improvement plans, and constructed in concurrence with the street improvements.
PL-18. Class I Multi-Use Trails. Class I multi-use trails shall be provided as per the City of
Temecula's Multi-Use Trails and Bikeways Master Plan. The construction plans for
the Class I trails shall be included on the perimeter landscape plans and constructed
in concurrence with the installation of the landscaping.
Prior to Issuance of Grading Permit(s)
PL-19. 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 prior to final agreement with the utility
companies.
PL-20. 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.
PL-21. Archaeological/Cultural Resources Grading Note. The following shall be included in
the Notes Section of the Grading Plan: "If at any time during
excavation/construction of the site, archaeological/cultural resources, or any
artifacts or other objects which reasonably appears to be evidence of cultural or
archaeological resource are discovered, the property owner shall immediately
advise the City of such and the City shall cause all further excavation or other
disturbance of the affected area to immediately cease. The Director of Community
Development at his/her sole discretion may require the property owner to deposit a
sum of money it deems reasonably necessary to allow the City to consult and/or
authorize an independent, fully qualified specialist to inspect the site at no cost to
the City, in order to assess the significance of the find. Upon determining that the
discovery is not an archaeological/ cultural resource, the Planning Director shall
notify the property owner of such determination and shall authorize the resumption
of work. Upon determining that the discovery is an archaeological/cultural resource,
the Planning Director shall notify the property owner that no further excavation or
development may take place until a mitigation plan or other corrective measures
have been approved by the Planning Director."
PL-22. Cultural Resources Treatment Agreement. The developer is required to enter into a
Cultural Resources Treatment Agreement with the Pechanga Tribe. This
Agreement will address the treatment and disposition of cultural resources and
human remains that may be impacted as a result of the development of the project,
as well as provisions for tribal monitors.
PL-23. Discovery of Cultural Resources. The following shall be included in the Notes
Section of the Grading Plan: "If cultural resources are discovered during the project
construction (inadvertent discoveries), all work in the area of the find shall cease,
and a qualified archaeologist and representatives of the Pechanga Tribe shall be
retained by the project sponsor to investigate the find, and make recommendations
as to treatment and mitigation."
PL-24. Archaeological Monitoring of Cultural Resources. The following shall be included in
the Notes Section of the Grading Plan: "A qualified archaeological monitor will be
present and will have the authority to stop and redirect grading activities, in
consultation with the Pechanga Tribe and their designated monitors, to evaluate the
significance of any archaeological resources discovered on the property."
PL-25. Tribal Monitoring of Cultural Resources. The following shall be included in the
Notes Section of the Grading Plan: "Tribal monitors from the Pechanga Tribe shall
be allowed to monitor all grading, excavation and groundbreaking activities,
including all archaeological surveys, testing, and studies, to be compensated by the
developer."
PL-26. Relinquishment of Cultural Resources. The following shall be included in the Notes
Section of the Grading Plan: "The landowner agrees to relinquish ownership of all
cultural resources, including all archaeological artifacts that are found on the project
area, to the Pechanga Tribe for proper treatment and disposition."
PL-27. Preservation of Sacred Sites. The following shall be included in the Notes Section
of the Grading Plan: "All sacred sites are to be avoided and preserved."
PL-28. MSHCP Pre-Construction Survey. A 30-day preconstruction survey, in accordance
with MSHCP guidelines and survey protocol, shall be conducted prior to ground
disturbance. The results of the 30-day preconstruction survey shall be submitted to
the Planning Division prior to scheduling the pre-grading meeting with Public Works.
PL-29. Burrowing Owl Grading Note. The following shall be included in the Notes Section
of the Grading Plan: "No grubbing/clearing of the site shall occur prior to scheduling
the pre-grading meeting with Public Works. All project sites containing suitable
habitat for burrowing owls, whether owls were found or not, require a 30-day
preconstruction survey that shall be conducted within 30 days prior to ground
disturbance to avoid direct take of burrowing owls. If the results of the survey
indicate that no burrowing owls are present on-site, then the project may move
forward with grading, upon Planning Division approval. If burrowing owls are found
to be present or nesting on-site during the preconstruction survey, then the following
recommendations must be adhered to: Exclusion and relocation activities may not
occur during the breeding season, which is defined as March 1 through August 31,
with the following exception: From March 1 through March 15 and from August 1
through August 31 exclusion and relocation activities may take place if it is proven to
the City and appropriate regulatory agencies (if any) that egg laying or chick rearing
is not taking place. This determination must be made by a qualified biologist."
PL-30. Rough Grading Plans. A copy of the Rough Grading Plans shall be submitted and
approved by the Planning Division.
Prior to Issuance of Building Permit(s)
PL-31. 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. 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.
PL-32. 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.
PL-33. Quimby Requirements. The developer satisfied the City's parkland dedication
(Quimby) requirement by constructing a 6.4 acre park on site.
PL-34. Construction Landscaping and Irrigation Plans. Four (4) copies of 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.
PL-35. 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 an 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.
PL-36. 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."
PL-37. 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.
PL-38. 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.
PL-39. 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 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 an 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.
PL-40. Irrigation. The landscape 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).
PL-41. Temporary 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 landscape plans shall indicate that it will be temporarily
landscaped and irrigated for dust and soil erosion control.
PL-42. Hardscaping. The landscape plans shall include all hardscaping for equestrian trails
and pedestrian trails within private common areas.
PL-43. Wall and Fence Plans. Wall and fence plans shall be consistent with the
Conceptual Landscape Plans showing the height, location and the following
materials for all walls and fences:
PL-44. Precise Grading Plans. Precise Grading Plans shall be consistent with the
approved rough grading plans including all structural setback measurements.
PL-45. WQMP Treatment Devices. All WQMP treatment devices, including design details,
shall be shown on the construction landscape plans. If revisions are made to the
WQMP design that result in any changes to the conceptual landscape plans after
entitlement, the revisions will be shown on the construction landscape plans, subject
to the approval of the Director of Community Development.
PL-46. 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.
PL-47. Utility Screening. All utilities shall be screened from public view. 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.
PL-48. Building Construction Plans for Outdoor Areas. Building Construction Plans shall
include detailed outdoor areas, including but not limited to, trellises, decorative
furniture, fountains, hardscape to match the style of the building subject to the
approval of the Planning Director.
Prior to Release of Power, Building Occupancy or Any Use Allowed by This Permit
PL-49. Letter of Substantial Conformance. The applicant shall submit a letter of substantial
conformance, subject to field verification by the Director of Community Development
or his/her designee. Said letter of substantial conformance shall be prepared by the
project designer and shall indicate that all plant materials and irrigation system
components have been installed in accordance with the approved final landscape
and irrigation plans. Such letter of substantial conformance shall be submitted prior
to scheduling for the final inspection.
PL-50. 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 Planning Director.
The plants shall be healthy and free of weeds, disease, or pests. The irrigation
system shall be properly constructed and in good working order.
PL-51. Front Yard and Slope Landscaping. Front yard and slope landscaping within
individual lots shall be completed for inspection.
PL-52. HOA Landscaping. HOA landscaping shall be completed for inspection for those
lots adjacent to HOA landscaped area.
PL-53. Performance Securities. Performance securities, in amounts to be determined by
the Director of Community Development, to guarantee the maintenance of the
plantings in accordance with the approved construction landscape and irrigation
plan, shall be filed with the Planning Division for a period of one year from final
Certificate of Occupancy. After that year, if the landscaping and irrigation system
have been maintained in a condition satisfactory to the Director of Community
Development, the bond shall be released upon request by the applicant.
PL-54. Installation of Site Improvements. All site improvements, including but not limited to,
parking areas and striping shall be installed.
PL-55. TCSD Service Levels. It shall be the developer's responsibility to provide written
disclosure of the existence of the Temecula Community Service District (TCSD) and
its service level rates and charges to all prospective purchasers.
PL-56. Compliance with Conditions of Approval. All of the foregoing conditions shall be
complied with prior to occupancy or any use allowed by this permit.
BUILDING AND SAFETY DIVISION
B-1. Final Building and Safety Conditions. Final Building and Safety conditions will be
addressed when building construction plans are submitted to Building and Safety for
review. These conditions will be based on occupancy, use, the California Building
Code (CBC), and related codes which are enforced at the time of building plan
submittal.
B-2. Final Building and Safety Conditions. Final Building and Safety conditions will be
addressed when building construction plans are submitted to Building and Safety for
review. These conditions will be based on occupancy, use, the California Building
Code (CBC), and related codes which are enforced at the time of building plan
submittal.
B-3. Compliance with Code. All design components shall comply with applicable
provisions of the 2013 edition of the California Building, Plumbing and Mechanical
Codes, 2013 California Electrical Code, California Administrative Code, 2013
California Energy Codes, 2013 California Green Building Standards, California Title
24 Disabled Access Regulations, and City of Temecula Municipal Code.
B-4. Green Measures. The applicant shall provide 10% voluntary green measures on
the project, as stipulated by the 2013 California Green Building Standards.
B-5. Disabled Access. Applicant shall provide details of all applicable disabled access
provisions and building setbacks on plans to include:
a. All ground floor units to be adaptable.
b. Disabled access from the public way to the main entrance of the building.
c. Van accessible parking located as close as possible to the main entry.
d. Path of accessibility from parking to furthest point of improvement.
e. Path of travel from public right-of-way to all public areas on site, such as club
house, trash enclose tot lots and picnic areas.
B-6. County of Riverside Mount Palomar Ordinance. Applicant shall submit, at time of
plan review, a complete exterior site lighting plan showing compliance with County
of Riverside Mount Palomar Ordinance Number 655 for the regulation of light
pollution. All streetlights and other outdoor lighting shall be shown on electrical
plans submitted to the Building and Safety Division. Any outside lighting shall be
hooded and aimed not to shine directly upon adjoining property or public rights-of-
way.
B-7. Street Addressing. Applicant must obtain street addressing for all proposed
buildings by requesting street addressing and submitting a site plan for commercial
or multi-family residential projects or a recorded final map for single-family
residential projects.
B-8. Clearance from TVUSD. A receipt or clearance letter from the Temecula Valley
School District shall be submitted to the Building and Safety Department to ensure
the payment or exemption from School Mitigation Fees.
B-9. Obtain Approvals Prior to Construction. Applicant must obtain all building plans and
permit approvals prior to commencement of any construction work.
B-10. Obtaining Separate Approvals and Permits. Trash enclosures, patio covers, light
standards, and any block walls will require separate approvals and permits.
B-11. Demolition. Demolition permits require separate approvals and permits.
B-12. Sewer and Water Plan Approvals. On-site sewer and water plans will require
separate approvals and permits
B-13. Hours of Construction. Signage shall be prominently posted at the entrance to the
project, indicating the hours of construction, as allowed by the City of Temecula
Municipal Ordinance 9.20.060, for any site within one-quarter mile of an occupied
residence. The permitted hours of construction are Monday through Saturday from
7:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. No work is permitted on Sundays and nationally recognized
Government Holidays.
B-14. House Electrical Meter. Applicant shall provide a house electrical meter to provide
power for the operation of exterior lighting, irrigation pedestals and fire alarm
systems for each building on the site. Developments with single user buildings shall
clearly show on the plans how the operation of exterior lighting and fire alarm
systems when a house meter is not specifically proposed.
At Plan Review Submittal
B-15. Submitting Plans and Calculations. Applicant must submit to Building and Safety
four (4) complete sets of plans and two (2) sets of supporting calculations for review
and approval including:
a. An electrical plan including load calculations and panel schedule, plumbing
schematic, and mechanical plan applicable to scope of work.
b. A Sound Transmission Control Study in accordance with the provisions of the
Section 1207, of the 2013 edition of the California Building Code.
c. A precise grading plan to verify accessibility for persons with disabilities.
d. Truss calculations that have been stamped by the engineer of record of the
building and the truss manufacturer engineer.
Prior to Issuance of Grading Permit(s)
B-16. Onsite Water and Sewer Plans. Onsite water and sewer plans, submitted
separately from the building plans, shall be submitted to Building and Safety for
review and approval.
B-17. Demolition Permits. A demolition permit shall be obtained if there is an existing
structure to be removed as part of the project.
Prior to Issuance of Building Permit(s)
B-18. Plans Require Stamp of Registered Professional. Applicant shall provide
appropriate stamp of a registered professional with original signature on the plans.
Prior to Beginning of Construction
B-19. Pre-Construction Meeting. A pre-construction meeting is required with the building
inspector prior to the start of the building construction.
FIRE PREVENTION
F-1. 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 submittal for permits.
F-2. Required Submittals (Fire Sprinkler Systems). Residential fire sprinkler plans shall
be submitted to the Fire Prevention Bureau for approval. Three sets of 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.
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
General Requirements
PW-1. Conditions of Approval. The developer shall comply with all Conditions of Approval,
the Engineering and Construction Manual and all City codes/standards at no cost to
any governmental agency.
PW-2. 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.
PW-3. Precise Grading Permit. A precise grading permit for onsite improvements (outside
of public right-of-way) shall be obtained from Public Works.
PW-4. 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.
PW-1. Encroachment Permits. Prior to commencement of any applicable construction,
encroachment permit(s)are required. An encroachment permit shall be obtained:
a. From Public Works for public offsite improvements.
PW-2. Street Improvement Plans. The developer shall submit public/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.
PW-3. Right-of-Way Dedications. All easements and/or right-of-way dedications shall be
offered to the public or other appropriate agency and shall continue in force until the
City accepts or abandons such offers. All dedications shall be free from all
encumbrances as approved by Public Works.
PW-4. 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.
PW-5. Storm Drain Improvement Plans. The developer shall submit storm drain
improvement plans if the street storm flows exceeds top of curb for the 10-yr storm
event and/or is not contained within the street right-of-way for the 100-yr 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.
PW-6. Private Drainage Facilities. All onsite drainage and water quality facilities shall be
privately maintained.
PW-7. Parkway Landscaping. All parkway landscaping areas shall be privately
maintained.
PW-8. DG Multipurpose Trail. The multipurpose trail shall be privately maintained.
Prior to Issuance of Grading Permit(s)
PW-9. Environmental Constraint Sheet (ECS). The developer shall comply with all
constraints per the recorded ECS with any underlying maps related to the subject
property.
PW-10. Required Clearances. As deemed necessary by Public Works, the developer shall
receive written clearances/permits from applicable agencies such as the San Diego
Regional Water Quality Board (401 certification), Army Corps of Engineers (404
certification), California Department of Fish and Wildlife (Section 1603 Streambed
Alteration Agreement), RCFC&WCD and other affected agencies.
PW-11. 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
final WQMP water quality facilities and all construction-phase pollution-prevention
controls to adequately address non-permitted runoff. Refer to the City's Engineering
& Construction Manual at:
http://www.cityoftemecu la.org[Temecu la/Government/Pu bl icW orks/eng ineeringeons
tmanual.htm
PW-12. Erosion & Sediment Control Securities. The developer shall comply with the
provisions of Chapter 24, Section 18.24.140 of the Temecula Municipal Code by
posting security for private development and entering into an agreement to
guarantee the erosion & sediment control improvements.
PW-13. 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.waterboa rds.ca.gov/water issues/prog rams/stormwater/construction.sht
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PW-14. 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. Refer to the WQMP template and agreement link below:
http://www.cityoftemecula.orgfTemecu la/Government/Publ ieW orksNVQ M Pa nd N PD
ESNVQMP.htm
PW-16. 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, the developer shall
show proof of credit; and no new charge will be required.
PW-17. 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.
PW-18. 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 100-year storm event) 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.
PW-19. 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 pavement sections.
PW-20. Letter of Permission/Easements. The developer shall coordinate with adjacent
property owners affected by the project's improvements and shall obtain the
required documents such as letters of permission, easement(s) and/or maintenance
agreement(s) 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.
PW-21. Gate Entrances. If gates are being proposed at project entrances, the
configuration, stacking distance and turn-around ability shall be reviewed and
approved by Public Works and the Fire Department.
PW-22. 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.
PW-23. Habitat Conservation Fee. The developer shall comply with the provisions of
Chapter 8.24 of the Temecula Municipal Code (Habitat Conservation) by paying the
appropriate fee set forth in the ordinance or by providing documented evidence that
the fees have already been paid.
Prior to Issuance of Encroachment Permit(s)
PW-24. 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.
PW-25. 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.
PW-26. Improvement Plans. All improvement plans (including but not limited to street,
storm drain, traffic) shall be reviewed and approved by Public Works.
PW-27. 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)
PW-28. Final Map. Prior to issuance of the first building permit, Tract Map No. 36479 shall
be approved and recorded.
PW-29. Traffic Mitigation. Prior to the issuance of the first building permit, the Developer
shall provide a right-turn overlap phasing at the northbound and westbound
approaches of Winchester Road and Nicolas Road as established in Table B - Cost
Estimate Summary identified in the Arbor Vista Residential — Final Summary of
Impacts and Mitigation Measures dated May 13, 2014.
PW-30. Traffic Mitigation. Prior to the issuance of the 40th building permit, the Developer
shall pay the amount established in Table B - Cost Estimate Summary identified in
the Arbor Vista Residential — Final Summary of Impacts and Mitigation Measures
dated May 13, 2014.
PW-31. Construction of Street Improvements. All street improvement plans shall be
approved by Public Works. The developer shall start construction of all public and/or
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. Improve Nicolas Road (Modified Principal Arterial Standard No. 100 —110' R/W)
to include dedication of half-width street right-of-way, installation of half-width street
improvements, paving, curb and gutter, seven (7) foot wide planter area, five (5)
food wide sidewalk, streetlights, drainage facilities, signing and striping, utilities
(including but not limited to water and sewer) and raised landscaped median.
b. The developer shall start construction of the median per the approved plans or
pay an "in-lieu of construction" fee for half width raised landscape median on
Nicolas Road (Principal Arterial Standards — 110' R/W), from Via Lobo to the
easterly property boundary.
c. Improve Via Lobo Road from Nicolas Road to Station 90+52 to include a 44-foot
wide dedication of the easterly half-width street right-of-way, installation of a twenty
(20)foot wide half-width street improvements to include paving, curb and gutter; six
(6) foot wide sidewalk, twelve (12) foot wide planter area, six (6) foot wide D.G.
multipurpose trail, streetlights, drainage facilities, signing and striping and utilities
(including but not limited to water and sewer).
d. Improve Via Lobo Road from Station 90 + 52 to Station 89 + 76 to include a 44-
foot wide dedication of the easterly half-width street right-of-way, installation of a
twenty (20) foot wide half-width street improvements to include paving, curb and
gutter; six (6) foot wide sidewalk, twelve (12)foot wide planter area, six (6)foot wide
D.G. multipurpose trail, streetlights, drainage facilities, signing and striping and
utilities (including but not limited to water and sewer).
PW-32. Private Roads. Private roads shall be designed to meet City public road standards.
Unless otherwise approved, the following minimum criteria shall be observed in the
design of private streets:
a. Improve "A", "B", "D", "E", and "C" Street east of "E" Street (Private Street - 41'
R/E) to include installation of full-width street improvements and sidewalk as shown
on the Tentative Tract Map.
b. Improve "C" Street west of "E" Street (Private Street - 37' R/E) to include
installation of full-width street improvements and sidewalk, as shown on the
Tentative Tract Map.
c. Improve "C" Street at the main entry (Private Street — 81.5' R/E) to include
installation of full-width street improvements and sidewalk as shown on the
Tentative Tract Map.
PW-33. Undergrounding Wires. All existing and proposed utility lines, except electrical lines
rated 34kV or greater, shall be installed underground per Title 15, Chapter 15.04 of
the Temecula Municipal Code and utility provider's standards. The developer is
responsible for any associated costs, for making arrangements with each utility
agency and for obtaining the necessary easements.
PW-34. Street Lights. The developer shall submit a completed SCE street light application,
an approved SCE Streetlight Plan and pay the advanced energy fees. If not
obtaining a building permit, this shall be done prior to installation of additional street
lighting. All costs associated with the relocation of any existing street lights shall be
paid by the developer.
PW-35. 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 Certificate of Occupancy
PW-36. 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 onsite work (including water quality facilities), public improvements
and the executed WQMP Operation and Maintenance agreement.
PW-37. Utility Agency Clearances. The developer shall receive written clearances 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.
PW-38. 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.
PW-39. Certifications. Certifications are required from the registered civil engineer-of-record
certifying satisfactory completion of all improvements per the approved plans and
from the soil's engineer—of-record certifying the final compaction.