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RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF GRAND
TERRACE APPROVING SITE AND ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW CASE NO. 02-11
AND ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW CASE NO. 02-15 TO CONSTRUCT A
TWO, ONE- STORY SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCES EACH WITH 1,472 SQUARE
FEET OF LIVING AREA AND AN APPROXIMATELY 457 SQUARE FOOT
TWO-CAR GARAGE AT 12539 VIVIENDA AVENUE
IN THE CITY OF GRAND TERRACE
WHEREAS, the applicant, Al Aguirre and Associates on behalf of Robert Chagolla
Construction, has applied for the approval of Site and Architectural Review Case No. 02-11 and
Environmental Review Case No. 02-15 to construct a two, one- story residences, each with 1,472
square feet of living area and an approximately 457 square foot garage area.; and
WHEREAS, a properly noticed public hearing was held by the Planning Commission on
January 16, 2003; and
WHEREAS, under the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA) Article 19,'Section
15303, Class 3, this project qualifies for a Categorical Exemption, Class 3, which is a class of
projects that have been determined by the State's Secretary for Resources not to have a significant
effect on the environment and which shall,therefore,be exempt from the provisions of CEQA;and
NOW THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF GRAND TERRACE, STATE OF CALIFORNIA,AS FOLLOWS:
1. The proposed project to construct two,one-story single family residence is consistent
with the intent of the Grand Terrace Municipal Code and the General Plan in that it
meets the standards of the Zoning Code (except as modified by the accompanying
variance for the side yard) and provisions of the City's General Plan.
2. The locations 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
family residences will be consistent with existing residential development in the area
and the City. In addition,the site will be appropriately landscaped to blend in with
existing development along Vivienda.
3. The architectural design of structures, their materials, and colors are visually
harmonious with surrounding development and natural landforms;are functional for
the proposed project; and are consistent with the Grand Terrace Municipal Code.
(' Said materials will match existing materials and colors of the existing residences in
-' the area along Vivienda.
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4. The plan for landscaping and open spaces provides a functional and visually pleasing
-. setting for the structures on this site and is harmonious with the natural landscape of
the area and hereby developments. The proposed landscaping of the site for the two
houses will minimize any visual impacts to the surrounding area.
5. 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
residential parcel that has no natural resources.
6. The design and locations of all signs associated with this project are consistent with
the scale and character of the building to which they are attached or otherwise
associated with and are consistent with the Grand Terrace Municipal Code. All signs
will be subj ect to a separate review through a required and separate sign permit. This
is a single family residential project which will not require any special sign permits.
7. 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 as set
forth in the accompanying Resolution of Approval.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that SA-02-11 and E-02-15 are hereby approved subject
to the following conditions:
1. The proposed project shall be constructed in accordance with the site and
_ architectural review case as approved by the Planning Commission of the City of
Grand Terrace on January 16,2003. All plans shall be consistent in terms of property
lines, space lines and other measurements. Minor changes or clarifications may be
made by the Director.
2. This approval is for the construction of two, one-story residences, each with 1,472
square feet of living area with appurtenances including landscaping,two-car garage
and driveway.
3. Prior to the issuance of building permits, a revised site plan shall be submitted
incorporating the vacated right-of-way along Vivienda and indicating the setback
from the new westerly property line.
4. The proposed landscaping shall be shown on a landscaping/irrigation plan to be
approved by the Community Development Director. Said landscaping/irrigation
plan shall show plant types,numbers of plants, sizes and irrigation facilities. Three
copies of the landscaping/irrigation plan shall be submitted for review and approval
prior to the issuance of building permits. Said plan shall include at least one street
tree taken from the approved list in Section 12.28.010 of the Municipal Code for each
residence.
5. All parking areas and driveways on the subject site shall be surfaced and maintained
with asphaltic concrete, or other permanent, impervious surfacing material so as to
prevent mud, dust, loose material and other nuisances.
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6. All outside lighting for the residence/garage shall be hooded and directed so as not
to shine directly upon adjoining property or the public right-of-way.
7. No commercial or industrial activity shall take place on the subject site except as
authorized a Home Occupation Permit approved by the Community Development
Director.
8. No commercial vehicle shall be parked or stored on the subject site except as
authorized by a Home Occupation Permit approved by the Community Development
Director.
9. Prior to the issuance of building permits, the applicant shall provide details for
proposed window treatments to be reviewed and approved by the Community
Development Department.
10. Any proposed fencing for the site shall comply with all applicable requirements and
regulations of the City including the filing of a land use application and building
permit, if needed.
11. All mechanical equipment shall be ground mounted and shall be screened from
public view. No roof mounted HVAC units shall be allowed.
12. Payment of the Traffic Signal and Circulation Improvement fees as established by
Ordinance No. 190 of the City of Grand Terrace prior to the issuance of building
permits.
13. The applicant shall comply with all requirements of the Director of Building and
Safety/Public Works in his memorandum dated November 20, 2002.
14. The applicant shall comply with all requirements of the Community Safety Division
of the County Fire Department in its letter dated June 30, 2001.
15. The applicant shall comply with all requirements of the City Engineer in his
memorandum dated November 8, 2002.
16. Any construction activity occurring under this permit approval shall comply with the
City of Grand Terrace Stormwater System Ordinance (Ordinance No. 142,
Subsection 1.010, 1993)and the Santa Ana Regional Water Quality Control Board's
NPDES Permit for San Bernardino County, as required under the Clean Water Act.
17. This grant shall not be deemed effective until the "Acceptance of Conditions" for
Site and Architectural Review Case No. 02-11 has been signed by the applicant and
returned to the City.
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PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Planning Commission of the City of Grand Terrace,
California, at a regular meeting held on the 16st day of January , 2003.
AYES: Chair Wilson, Cormlissioners Adchngton, Ridney, Whitley
NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioner Comstock
ABSTAIN: None
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Brenda Stanfill, D Doug Wilson
City Clerk Chairman, Planning Commission
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