2004-03 RESOLUTION NO. 04- 03
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF GRAND
TERRACE, CALIFORNIA APPROVING FILE NO. SA-04-07/E-04-02 APPLICATIONS FOR
A SITE AND ARCHITECTURE AND ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW TO CONSTRUCT A
SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE ON THE EAST SIDE OF AND ONE LOT NORTH OF THE
PALM AVE. AND ROSEDALE AVE. INTERSECTION. APN: 275-083-19, IN A R1-20
ZONING WITH AN AGRICULTURAL OVERLY.
WHEREAS, the applicant, Leno Moreno, applied for a Site and Architectural and
Environmental Review to construct a single family residence in the R1-20 Zone District with an
Agricultural Overlay; and
WHEREAS,a properly noticed public hearing was held by the Planning Commission on June
17, 2004;
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:
The Planning Commission, after holding a public hearing and considering the proposed Site and
Architectural and Environmental Review, makes the following findings:
1. The proposed project to construct one, two-story single family residence is consistent
with the Grand Terrace Municipal Code and the General Plan .in that it meets the
standards of the R1-20 zoning and the provisions of the City's General Plan,LDR(Low-
Density Residential) category.
2. The locations and configuration of all structures associated with this project are visually
harmonious with this site and surrounding sites and structures.They do not interfere with the
neighbors'- privacy. They do not unnecessarily block scenic views from other structures
and/or public areas, and they 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 any existing development along Rosedale Ave.
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�— 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 LDR category and Rl-20 zoning of the Grand Terrace Municipal
Code. Said materials will be similar to existing materials and color styles of the existing
residences in the area along Rosedale Ave.
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
nearby developments. The proposed landscaping of the site for this house 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,it's 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 subject 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, SA-04-07 and E-04-02 hereby approved subject to the following
conditions of approval:
General Conditions:
1. The proposed project shall be constructed in accordance with the Site and Architectural
Review design as approved by the Site and Architectural Review Board/Planning
Commission on June 17, 2004. All plans will be consistent in terms of property lines,
easement location and dimensions,and other measurements.Minor changes can be reviewed
and approved by the Planning Director.
2. Street address shall be posted during construction and appropriate,lighted address numbers
shall be installed prior to final construction.
3. Pay all applicable development fees,park fees, and school impact fees.
4. 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.
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— , 5. Appropriate dust control measures shall be integrated into grading plans.
6. Hours of construction shall be limited to 7:OOam to 8:00 pm. Monday thru Saturday.
Municipal Code 8.108.040.D. No Sunday construction will be allowed.
7. All construction debris shall be collected and placed in appropriate containers on a daily
basis, and the construction site shall be maintained in a neat and orderly manner.
8. 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,spacing,numbers of plants,and sizes as well as 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 three street trees(24"box),on Rosedale
Ave taken from the approved list in Section 12.28.010 of the Municipal Code.Installation of
front yard landscaping shall occur prior to issuance of occupancy permit.
9. Garage shall only be used for non-business purpose. All business home occupancies require
City approval. 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.
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.
All HVAC units shall be located in the side yard behind solid side yard fencing or in the rear
yard.No roof mounted HVAC units shall be allowed.
12. Compliance with all recommendations listed in the Building and Safety/Public Works
Department memorandum, dated June 8, 2004
13. Comply with all conditions that may be imposed by the County Fire Department at the time
of the plan check.
14. The applicant will apply and submit four complete sets of plans for appropriate building
permits for the residence.
15. All contractors shall acquire a valid City business license and be in compliance with all City
codes.
16. Any construction activity occurring under this permit approval shall comply with the City
of Grand Terrace Storm Water 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.
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— 17. This grant shall not be deemed effective until the "Acceptance of Conditions" for Site and
Architectural Review(SA)04-07 has been signed by the applicant and returned to the City.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE PLANNING COMIVIISSION OF THE CITY OF GRAND
TERRACE,HEREBY APPROVES SA-04-07/E-04-02 BASED ON THE ABOVE FINDINGS.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Planning Commission of the City of Grand Terrace California at
a regular meeting held on the 17th day of June 2004 by the following vote:
AYES: VICE CHAIR ADDINGTON, COMMISSIONER.WHI=, COMMISSIONER COMS"=
COMMISSIONER BIDNEY
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: CHAIR WILSON
ABSTAIN: NONE
ATTEST: APPROVE D AS .
Brenda Stanfill, Doug Wilson,.
City Clerk Chairperson,Planning Commission