2017-33 RESOLUTION NO. 2017-33
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF GRAND TERRACE ADOPTING A NOTICE OF
EXEMPTION AND APPROVING SITE AND ARCHITECTURAL
REVIEW 14-07-Al TO CONSTRUCT A SINGLE FAMILY
RESIDENCE ON A PARCEL LOCATED SOUTH OF VIVIENDA
AVENUE APPROXIMATELY 160 FEET WEST OF BURNS
AVENUE (APN 0275-282-20)
WHEREAS, on June 24, 2014, Joab Jerome ("Applicant") submitted Site and
Architectural Review 14-07 and Environmental 14-04, to construct a new two story 3,612 square
foot single family residence with an attached 816 square foot garage and attached 2,700 square
foot RV garage on a 28,308 square foot parcel zoned R1-7.2, Single Family Residential District,
within the AG Agricultural Overlay District;
WHEREAS, on May 7, 2015,the Planning Commission conducted a duly noticed public
hearing at the Grand Terrace City Hall Council Chambers located at 22795
Barton Road and approved Site and Architectural Review 14-07 to construct the proposed
residence,with an approval period of twelve (12) months;which has hence expired;
WHEREAS, on August 17, 2016, the Applicant, submitted Site and Architectural
Review 14-07-Al and Environmental 14-04-A, requesting re-approval to construct the two story
residence in the same size, design and configuration as previously approved on May 7, 2015;
WHEREAS, on November 3, 2016, the Planning Commission conducted a duly noticed
public hearing at the Grand Terrace City Hall Council Chambers located at 22795 Barton Road
and approved Site and Architectural Review 14-07-A, re-approving the.Project to construct the
two story 3,612 square foot single family residence with an attached 816 square foot garage and
attached 2,700 square foot RV garage on the subject parcel;
WHEREAS,on the Planning Commission's approval was appealed to the City Council;
WHEREAS, on December 13, 2016, the City Council considered the Appeal at a duly
noticed public hearing at the Grand Terrace City Hall Council Chambers located at 22795 Barton
Road, and concluded the hearing by directing the Applicant to submit a single story residence
consistent with the conceptual plans provided to the City Council;
WHEREAS, on February 7,2017, Mr. Joab Jerome, submitted revised plans for Site and
Architectural Review 14-07-A1 and Environmental 14-04-A1 depicting a 3,041 square foot
single story residence with a 783 square foot 3-garage and attached 1,827 square foot RV garage
on the Project site;
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WHEREAS, the Project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental
Quality Act(CEQA) Guidelines,pursuant to Section 15332,which exempts infill development.
WHEREAS, on June 15, 2017, the Planning Commission conducted a duly noticed
public hearing on the Project at the Grand Terrace City Hall Council Chambers located at 22795
Barton Road and concluded the hearing on said date;
WHEREAS,all legal prerequisites to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred.
NOW.THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning Commission of the City of
Grand Terrace:
1. The Planning Commission hereby finds that the Project is categorically exempt from the
provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section
15332. The Notice of Exemption prepared in connection with the Project has been
reviewed and considered and reflects the independent judgment of the Planning
Commission, and is hereby adopted.
2. The Planning Commission finds as follows with respect to Architectural and Site Review
14-07-Al:
a. The Project is consistent with the intent of the Grand Terrace Municipal Code and
the General Plan. The proposed Project to construct a single family residence is
consistent with the Grand Terrace Municipal Code and the General plan in that it
meets the standards of the RI-7.2 zoning and the provisions of the City's General
Plan Low-Density Residential category.
b. The location and configuration of all structures associated with this Project are
visually harmonious with this site and:surrounding sites and structures, that they
do not interfere with the neighbors' privacy, that they do not unnecessarily block
scenic views from other structures and/or public areas and are in scale with the
townscape and natural landscape of the area. The design and appearance of the
• proposed single story residence integrates with the existing residential
development in the surrounding area. The height of the residence will not
interfere with neighbor's privacy nor block scenic views.
c. The architectural design of structures, their materials and colors are visually '
harmonious with the surrounding development, natural landforms, are functional
for the Project and are consistent with the Grand Terrace Municipal Code. The
proposed residence will have a stucco finish with contrasting accent colors.
Colors will be earth tone, and the design is complementary to surrounding
properties.
d. The plan for landscaping and open spaces provide a functional and visually
pleasing setting for the structures on this site and is harmonious with the natural
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landscape of the area and nearby developments. The site will be landscaped with
trees and shrubs, and will be visually pleasing.
e. There is no indiscriminate clearing of property, destruction of trees or natural
vegetation or the excessive and unsightly grading of hillsides, thus the natural
beauty of the City, its setting, and natural landforms are preserved. The subject
site is a vacant residential lot.
f. Conditions of approval for this project necessary to secure the purposes of the
Grand Terrace Municipal Code and General Plan are made a part of this approval
asset forth in the accompanying Resolution of Approval.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Site and Architectural Review area hereby approved
subject to the following conditions:
1. Site and Architectural Review 14-07-Al is approved to construct a new 3,041 square foot
single story residence with a 783 square foot 3-garage and attached 1,827 square foot RV
garage with an overall height of approximately 25 feet. This approval is based on the
application and materials submitted on February 7, 2017, including the site plan dated
May 15, 2017, and floor, grading and landscaping plans and architectural elevations
dated April 24, 2017. The primary color is proposed to be "Wet Pavement", with accent
trim colors of a darker"Knight's Armor" for the trim and contrasting"Swiss Coffee" for
the fascia. The roof will be asphalt composition shingle, either "Estate Gray" or "Onyx
Black".
2. This approval shall expire twelve (12)months from the date of adoption of this resolution
unless the use has been inaugurated or a time extension has been granted by the City, in
accordance with Chapter 18.63 of the Zoning Code. Time extensions shall be filed at •
least sixty(60) days prior to the expiration date.
3. The applicant shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City of Grand Terrace and
its officers, employees, and agents from and against any claim, action, or proceeding
against the City of Grand Terrace, its officers, employees, or agents to attack, set aside,
void, or annul any approval or condition of approval of the City of Grand Terrace
concerning this project, including but not limited to any approval or condition of approval
of the Planning Commission, or Planning and Development Services Director. The City
shall promptly notify the applicant of any claim, action, or proceeding concerning the
project and the City shall cooperate fully in the defense of the matter. The City reserves
the right, at its own option, to choose its own attorney to represent the City, its officers,
employees, and agents in the defense of the matter.
4. The project shall be constructed in accordance with all the approved plans and conditions
of approval, including but not limited to site plans, grading plans, wall plans, and
building elevations, except as modified by these conditions of approval. •
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5. In the event that exhibits and written conditions are inconsistent, the written conditions
shall prevail.
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6. The applicant shall pay all applicable development impact fees, and demonstrate the
payment of school impact fees to the Building and Safety Department.
7. Construction and operational activities associated with the project shall comply with the
regulations of the City's Noise Ordinance, Chapter 8.108 of the Grand Terrace Municipal
Code.
8. All contractors shall acquire a valid City business license and be in compliance with all
City codes
9. The applicant shall comply with all requirements of the City'of Grand Terrace Building
and Safety Division, including the conditions of approval contained in the memorandum
dated August 31,2016, attached hereto as Exhibit 1.
10. The applicant shall comply with all requirements of the City of Grand Terrace Public
Works Department, including the conditions of approval contained in the Director's
memorandum dated September 1,2016, attached hereto as Exhibit 2.
11. The applicant shall comply with all requirements of the San Bernardino County Fire
Department, including the conditions of approval contained in Fire Condition Letter
dated September 6, 2016, attached hereto as Exhibit 3, and obtain an updated conditions
letter, as may be required by County Fire.
12. The applicant shall comply with all requirements of the City of Colton Water and
Wastewater Department, including the conditions of approval contained in the Director's
memorandum dated July 22, 2014, attached hereto as Exhibit 4.
13. Prior to the issuance of building permits, the applicant shall obtain all requisite permits
and clearances from Riverside Highland Water Company(RHWCO).
14. The applicant shall incorporate into the project design all existing easements within the
project boundaries, or obtain abandonment of said easements from the affected easement
holder(s). If this requirement cannot be accomplished,the project shall be redesigned.
15. Air conditioning, heating and cooling units shall be ground mounted.
16. The location of all building-mounted light fixtures shall be shown on the elevations. A
detail of said fixtures shall be shown on the elevations, and fixtures shall be decorative
and complementary to the building architecture. Lighting shall not glare onto adjoining
properties and may need to be shielded.
17. The applicant shall submit a utility plan with the final construction plans that depict the
locations of utilities necessary to serve the residences.,
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ructed in accordance with all the approved plans and conditions
of approval, including but not limited to site plans, grading plans, wall plans, and
building elevations, except as modified by these conditions of approval. •
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18. All exposed retaining walls and perimeter walls shall be decorative, as approved by the
Planning and Development Services Department.
19. Prior to issuance of a building permit for any perimeter walls on shared property lines,
the applicant shall submit an Encroachment Agreement signed by adjacent property
owners authorizing construction of block walls on the shared property line, or move walls
onto the subject property.
20. Prior to issuance of a grading permit, the applicant shall submit a final site plan for
review and approval.
21. The applicant shall be responsible for regular and ongoing upkeep and maintenance of
the property, including weeds and debris, and all on-site and parkway landscaping shall
be maintained by the applicant in good condition at all times.
22. All on-site utilities shall be placed underground, as determined by the Public Works
Director. All frontage utilities shall be placed underground, as feasible, in coordination
with the utility companies.
23. Prior to the issuance of building permits, the applicant shall two (2) copies of a landscape
and irrigation plan to the Planning Division for review and approval by the City's
Consultant. The Applicant shall pay the Consultant's costs for review. The plans shall be
prepared by in accordance with the Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance. The plans shall
include drip and/or subsurface irrigation and all plant material shall•be water efficient.
Grass area shall be reduced.
a. The landscape plan shall incorporate the planting of Carolina laurel cherry trees
along the north boundary.
24. The applicant shall obtain a 26-foot wide access easement from the property owner of the
property identified as Assessor's Parcel Number 0275-282-14. The access easement
document shall be recorded prior to the issuance of a building permit. The access
easement document shall be reviewed and approved by the City Attorney prior to
recordation, and all cost for said review shall be borne by the applicant.
25. The applicant shall obtain drainage and utility easements from the property owner of the
property identified as Assessor's Parcel Number 0275-282-14. The drainage and utility
easement document(s) shall be recorded prior to the issuance of a building permit. The
easement document shall be reviewed and approved by the City Attorney prior to
recordation, and all cost for said review shall be borne by the applicant.
26. Commercial vehicles and equipment shall not be stored on the site or within the garages
of the property.
27. Correct the address from 11832 Burns Avenue to 11838 Burns Avenue.
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ith all the approved plans and conditions
of approval, including but not limited to site plans, grading plans, wall plans, and
building elevations, except as modified by these conditions of approval. •
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28. The applicant shall contact the Planning Division for a final inspection a minimum one
week prior to the inspection date requested.
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29. Upon approval of these conditions and prior to becoming final and binding, the applicant
must sign and return an"Acceptance of Conditions"form. The form and content shall be
prepared by the Planning and Development Services Department.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Planning Commission of the City of Grand Terrace,
California, at a special meeting held on the 15th day of June,2017.
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AYES:Commissioners Goatcher, Giroux, Allen Vice Chair Cesena
• Chair Comstock
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST:
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Secretary Chairman
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