HomeMy WebLinkAbout16-10 PC Resolution PC RESOLUTION NO. 16-10
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF TEMECULA APPROVING PLANNING
APPLICATION NO. PA15-1185, FOR HOME2 SUITES BY
HILTON TO ALLOW FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A
FOUR-STORY 66,552 SQUARE FOOT HOTEL IN THE
BUSINESS PARK (BP) ZONE. THE HOTEL CONSISTS
OF 120 ROOMS WITH LOUNGE AREAS, A DINING
ROOM AND BREAKFAST BAR, A COFFEE BAR, AN
EXERCISE ROOM, GUEST LAUNDRY, AND A BUSINESS
CENTER. OUTDOOR AMENITIES INCLUDE A POOL, A
DINING AREA, FIRE PIT, AND A BARBECUE AREA AND
MAKING A FINDING OF EXEMPTION UNDER THE
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA).
THE SITE IS LOCATED BETWEEN RANCHO
CALIFORNIA ROAD AND SINGLE OAK DRIVE,
APPROXIMATELY 450 FEET EAST OF BUSINESS PARK
DRIVE. (APN 921-020-041)
Section 1. Procedural Findings. The Planning Commission of the City of
Temecula does hereby find, determine and declare that:
A. On August 6, 2015, Peter Kruse filed Planning Application No. PA15-1185
a Development Plan, in a manner in accord with the City of Temecula General Plan and
Development Code.
B. The Application 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
Application and environmental review on May 4, 2016, 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. PA15-1185, 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:
Development Plan, Development Code Section 17.05.010.F
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;
As conditioned, the proposed Home2 Suites by Hilton is consistent with land use
designation and policies reflected for Business Park (BP) development in the City of
Temecula General Plan. The General Plan has listed hotels as a conditionally permitted
use in the business park locations. The site is properly planned and zoned and is
physically suitable for the use proposed. The project 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;
As conditioned, the overall design of the site, building, landscaping, 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 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.
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, the proposed
project has been deemed to be categorically exempt from further environmental review
(Section 15332, Class 32, In-Fill Development Projects);
The request for a Development Plan for a 66,552 square foot, four-story hotel in the
Business Park zone is in conformance with all General Plan designations, policies and
zoning requirements of the Development Code and will be conducted in an in-fill area
within the city limits on a site less than five acres in size. The project has no value as a
habitat for endangered, rare or threatened species. Approval of the site will not result in
any significant effects relating to traffic, noise, air quality, or water supply. All access
and public utilities are available to the site.
Section 4. Conditions. The Planning Commission of the City of Temecula
approves Planning Application No. PA15-1185, Home2 Suites by Hilton to allow for the
construction of a four-story 66,552 square foot hotel in the Business Park (BP) zone.
The hotel consists of 120 rooms with lounge areas, a dining room and breakfast bar, a
coffee bar, an exercise room, guest laundry, and a business center. Outdoor amenities
include a pool, a dining area, fire pit, and a barbecue area and making a finding of
exemption under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The site is located
north of Rancho California, south of Single Oak, west of Diaz, and east of Business
Park Drive. (APN 921-020-041), subject to the Conditions of Approval set forth in Exhibit
A, attached hereto, and incorporated herein by this reference.
Section 5. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED by the City of Temecula
Planning Commission this 4th day of May, 2016.
Ron Guerriero, Chairperson
ATTEST:
atson, Secretary
[SEAL]
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE ) ss
CITY OF TEMECULA )
I, Luke Watson, Secretary of the Temecula Planning Commission, do hereby
certify that the forgoing PC Resolution No. 16-10 was duly and regularly adopted by
the Planning Commission of the City of Temecula at a regular meeting thereof held on
the 4th day of May, 2016, by the following vote:
AYES: 4 PLANNING COMMISSIONERS: GUERRIERO, TELESIO,
TURLEY-TREJO, WATTS
NOES: 0 PLANNING COMMISSIONERS: NONE
ABSENT: 1 PLANNING COMMISSIONERS: YOUMANS
ABSTAIN: 0 PLANNING COMMISSIONERS: NONE
Luke Whtson, Secretary
EXHIBIT A
CITY OF TEMECULA
FINAL CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
Planning Application No.: PA15-1185
Project Description: Home2 Hotel by Hilton DP: a Development Plan to allow for the construction
of a four-story 66,552 square foot hotel in the Business Park (BP)zone.
The hotel consists of 120 rooms with lounge areas, a dining room and
breakfast bar, a coffee bar, an exercise room, guest laundry, and a business
center. Outdoor amenities include a pool, a dining area, fire pit, and a
barbecue area. The site is located north of Rancho California, south of
Single Oak, west of Diaz, and east of Business Park Drive.
Assessor's Parcel No.: 921-020-041
MSHCP Category: Commercial
DIF Category: Service Commercial
TUMF Category: Service Commercial/Office
Quimby Category: N/A(non-residential)
Approval Date: May 4, 2016
Expiration Date: May 4, 2019
PLANNING DIVISION
Within 48 Hours of the Approval
1. Filing Notice of Exemption. The applicant/developer shall deliver to the Planning Division a
cashiers check or money order made payable to the County Clerk in the amount of Fifty
Dollars ($50.00) for the County administrative fee, to enable the City to file the Notice of
Exemption as provided under Public Resources Code Section 21152 and California Code of
Regulations Section 15062. 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 by reason of failure of condition (Fish and Wildlife Code Section
711.4(c)).
General Requirements
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.
3. 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, or use
of a property in conformance with a Conditional Use Permit.
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 three (3) one-year
extensions of time, one year at a time.
5. 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.
6. Signage Permits. A separate building permit shall be required for all signage.
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.
8. Burrowing Owl Study Submittal. A Burrowing Owl Study shall be submitted prior to plan
check approval for the grading permit.
9. 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.
10. 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 City staffs 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.
Materials:
Ledge Stone Old Country Ledge"Coastal Brown"
Stucco Dunn-Edwards DE 6035 "Lynx"
Stucco Dunn-Edwards DE 6192 "Nomadic Taupe"
Stucco Dunn-Edwards DIET 621 "Palimino Pony"
Metal Siding Dunn-Edwards DEC 750"Bison Beige"
Accents Brushed Aluminum and Painted Metal
Dunn-Edwards DE 5824 "Outer Space"
Parex "Metallic"
11. Modifications or Revisions. The permittee shall obtain City approval for any modifications or
revisions to the approval of this project.
12. Trash Enclosures. The trash enclosures shall be large enough to accommodate a recycling
bin, as well as regular solid waste containers.
13. Trash Enclosures. Trash enclosures shall be provided to house all trash receptacles utilized
on the site. These shall be clearly labeled on the site plan.
14. Covered Trash Enclosures. All trash enclosures on site shall include a solid cover and the
construction plans shall include all details of the trash enclosures, including the solid cover.
15. 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.
16. 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.
17. 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.
Prior to Issuance of Grading Permit
18. 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.
19. 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.
20. 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 Director of Community Development 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 Director of
Community Development 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 Director of Community Development."
21. 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.
22. 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."
23. Archaeological Monitorno 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."
24. 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."
25. 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."
26. 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."
27. 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.
28. 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."
29. 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
30. Parking Area Landscaping. The Landscaping and Irrigation Plans shall provide a minimum
five-foot wide planter to be installed at the perimeter of all parking areas. Curbs, walkways,
etc. are not to infringe on this area.
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.
32. Downspouts. All downspouts shall be internalized.
33. 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.
34. 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. 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.
35. 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.
36. 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 applicantlowner
shall contact the Planning Division to schedule inspections.
37. 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."
38. Water Usaae 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.
39. 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.
40. 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.
41. 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.
42. Precise Grading Plans. Precise Grading Plans shall be consistent with the approved rough
grading plans including all structural setback measurements.
43. Building Construction Plans for Outdoor Areas. Building Construction Plans shall include
detailed outdoor areas (including but not limited to trellises, decorative furniture, hardscape,
etc.) to match the style of the building subject to the approval of the Director of Community
Development.
44. 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 and irrigated for dust and soil
erosion control.
45. 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.
46. 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.
Prior to Release of Power, Building Occupancy or Any Use Allowed by This Permit
47. 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.
48. Screening of Loading Areas. The applicant shall be required to screen all loading areas and
roof mounted mechanical equipment from view of the adjacent residences and public
right-of-ways. If upon final inspection it is determined that any mechanical equipment, roof
equipment or backs of building parapet walls are visible from any portion of the public
right-of-way adjacent to the project site, the developer shall provide screening by constructing
a sloping tile covered mansard roof element or other screening reviewed and approved by the
Director of Community Development.
49. 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.
50. Installation of Site Improvements. All site improvements, including but not limited to, parking
areas and striping shall be installed.
51. Compliance with Conditions of Approval. All of the foregoing conditions shall be complied
with prior to occupancy or any use allowed by this permit.
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
General Requirements
52. 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.
53. 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.
54. Precise Grading Permit. A precise grading permit for on site improvements (outside of public
right-of-way) shall be obtained from Public Works.
55. 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.
56. 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.
57. Vehicular/Traffic Movement Restrictions. The developer shall comply with the following
vehicular movements restriction:
a. The future access on Rancho California Road shall be restricted to a right-in only
movement.
58, Private facilities. All onsite drainage and water quality features shall be privately maintained.
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. Letter of Permission/Easement. Prior to issuance on any grading permit, the Developer shall
provide a recorded copy of the "Encroachment Permit and Agreement and Covenant Running
with the Land for Construction of Improvements in the Easement Area".
61. 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:
http://www.cityoftemecula.org/Temecu la/Govern ment/Pu blicWorks/eng i neeringconstman ual.ht
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62. 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 and
entering into an agreement to guarantee the erosion & sediment control improvements.
63. 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.govt water_issues/programs/stormwater/construction.shtml
64. 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 below:
http://www.cityoftemecula.orgfTemecu la/Govern menVPublicWorks/WQM PandN PDESNVQM P.
htm
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. 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.
67. Geological Report. The developer shall complete any outstanding County geologist's
requirements, recommendations and/or proposed Conditions of Approval as identified during
entitlement.
68. Abutter's Rights of Access. The developer shall vacate and dedicate the abutters' rights of
access along Rancho California Road pursuant to the new driveway location.
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.
Prior to Issuance of Encroachment Permit(s)
70. 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.
71. 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.
72. Improvement Plans. All improvement plans (including but not limited to street, storm drain,
traffic) shall be reviewed and approved by Public Works.
73 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)
74. 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
75. 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.
76. Replacement of Damaged Imorovements/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.
77. Certifications. All necessary certifications and clearances from engineers, utility companies
and public agencies shall be submitted as required by Public Works.
BUILDING AND SAFETY DIVISION
General Requirements
78. 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.
79. Comoliance 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.
80. 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.
81. 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.
82. 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.
83. Clearance from TVUSD. A receipt or clearance letter from the Temecula Valley Unified
School District shall be submitted to the Building and Safety Department to ensure the
payment or exemption from School Mitigation Fees.
84. Obtain Approvals Prior to Construction. Applicant must obtain all building plans and permit
approvals prior to commencement of any construction work on the building.
85. Obtaining Separate Approvals and Permits. Trash enclosures, patio covers, light standards,
and any block walls will require separate approvals and permits.
86. Demolition. Demolition permits require separate approvals and permits.
87 Sewer and Water Plan Approvals. On-site sewer and water plans will require separate
approvals and permits.
88. 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.
89. House Electrical Meter. 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
90. 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)
91. 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.
92. 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)
93. 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
94. Pre-Construction Meeting. A pre-construction meeting is required with the building inspector
prior to the start of the building construction.
FIRE PREVENTION
General Requirements
95. Fire Hydrants. The Fire Prevention Bureau is required to set minimum fire hydrant distances
per CFC Appendix C. Standard fire hydrants (6" x 4" x (2) 2 %" outlets) shall be located on
fire access roads and adjacent public streets. For all Commercial and multi-family projects
hydrants shall be spaced at 350 feet apart, and shall be located no more than 210 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 City Ordinance 15.16.020).
98, 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.
97. Fire Flow. The Fire Prevention Bureau is required to set a minimum fire flow for the remodel
or construction of all commercial and residential buildings per CFC Appendix B. The
developer shall provide for this project, a water system capable of delivering 4,000 GPM at
20-PSI residual operating pressure for a 4-hour duration for commercial projects. The fire flow
as given above has taken into account all information as provided. (CFC Appendix B and
Temecula City Ordinance 15 16.020).
Prior to issuance of Grading Permit(s)
98, 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 (CFC Chapter 5 and City Ordinance 15.16.020).
99. 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).
100. 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 City Ordinance 15.16.020).
Prior to Issuance of Building Permit(s)
101. Required Submittals (Fire Underground Water). The developer shall fumish three 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).
102. Required Submittals (Fire Sprinkler Systems). 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.
103. Required Submittals (Fire Alarm Systems). Fire alarm plans shall be submitted to the Fire
Prevention Bureau for approval. Three sets of alarm plans must be submitted by the
installing contractor to the Fire Prevention Bureau. The fire alarm system is required to have
a dedicated circuit from the house panel. These plans must be submitted prior to the
issuance of building permit.
Prior to Issuance of Certificate of Occupancy
104. Hydrant Verification. Hydrant locations shall be identified by the installation of reflective
markers (blue dots) (City Ordinance 15.16.020).
105. Knox Box. A"Knox-Box" shall be provided. The Knox-Box shall be installed a minimum of
six feet in height and be located to the right side of the fire riser sprinkler room (CFC Chapter
5).
106. Addressing. New and existing 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. Commercial buildings shall have a minimum of 12-inch numbers with suite
numbers being a minimum of six inches in size. All suites shall have a minimum of 6-inch
high letters and/or numbers on both the front and rear doors. (CFC Chapter 5 and City
Ordinance 15.16.020).
107. Site Plan. The applicant shall prepare and submit to the Fire Department for approval, a site
plan designating fire lanes with appropriate lane painting and/or signs (CFC Chapter 5).
108. Additional Submittals (Hazardous Materials). The applicant shall submit for review and
approval by the City Fire Department a Hazardous Material Inventory Statement and Fire
Department Technical Report. A full hazardous materials inventory report and color coded
floor plan is required for any building storing or using hazardous materials (CFC Chapters 1
and 50 through 67 and City Ordinance 15.16.020).