CC - Item 4D - Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 997, For the Approval of Zone Change 19-01 and Planned Development 19-01, Amending the Zoning Map from Light Zone at 3133 - 3141 Willard Avenue E M F
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y. ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL
CIVIC PRIDE STAFF REPORT
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TO: THE HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
FROM: GLORIA MOLLEDA, CITY MANAGERi-./ni.�I •
DATE: DECEMBER 8, 2020
SUBJECT: SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 997, FOR
THE APPROVAL OF ZONE CHANGE 19-01 AND PLANNED
DEVELOPMENT 19-01, AMENDING THE ZONING MAP FROM LIGHT
MULTIPLE RESIDENTIAL (R-2) TO PLANNED DEVELOPMENT (P-D)
ZONE AT 3133 -3141 WILLARD AVENUE
SUMMARY
At the November 10th meeting, the City Council introduced for first reading Ordinance No. 997,
for the approval of Zone Change 19-01 and Planned Development 19-01, amending the zoning
map of the subject site from Light Multiple Residential (R-2) to Planned Development (P-D)
zone. The Ordinance is now being presented for adoption by the City Council.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council approve the second reading and adoption of Ordinance
No. 997 by title only, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD,
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, FOR THE
APPROVAL OF ZONE CHANGE 19-01 AND PLANNED DEVELOPMENT
19-01, AMENDING THE ZONING MAP OF THE SUBJECT SITE FROM
LIGHT MULTIPLE RESIDENTIAL (R-2) TO PLANNED DEVELOPMENT(P-
D) ZONE. THE SUBJECT SITE IS LOCATED AT 3133-3141 WILLARD
AVENUE (APNS: 5288-004-054 & 5288-003-057).
FISCAL IMPACT -None
PUBLIC NOTICE PROCESS
This item has been noticed through the regular agenda notification process.
Submitted by:
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Ericka Hernandez, City Clerk
Attachment A: Ordinance No. 997
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Attachment A
Ordinance No. 997
ORDINANCE NO. 997
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ROSEMEAD, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA,
FOR THE APPROVAL OF ZONE CHANGE 19-01 AND PLANNED
DEVELOPMENT 19-01, AMENDING THE ZONING MAP OF THE
SUBJECT SITE FROM LIGHT MULTIPLE RESIDENTIAL (R-2) TO
PLANNED DEVELOPMENT (P-D) ZONE. THE SUBJECT SITE IS
LOCATED AT 3133-3141 WILLARD AVENUE (APNS: 5288-004-054 &
5288-003-057).
WHEREAS, on October 9,2019, The Olson Company submitted entitlement applications
for the construction of 31 residential townhome units; and
WHEREAS, 3133 and 3141 Willard Avenue are located in the R-2 zone; and
WHEREAS, Rosemead Municipal Code Section 17.152.060 provides the purpose and
criteria for a zone change; and
WHEREAS, Rosemead Municipal Code Section 17.24.040 and 17.152.060 provides the
criteria for a planned development; and
WHEREAS, Sections 65800 & 65900 of the California Government and Rosemead
Municipal Code Sections 17.24.040 and 17.152.040 authorizes the Planning Commission provide
a written recommendation and reasons for the recommendation to the City Council whether to
approve, approve in modified form, or deny the general plan amendment and planned
development; and
WHEREAS, in September 2020, an Initial Study was undertaken for the purpose of
deciding whether the "project" may have a significant effect on the environment. On the basis
of the analysis within the Initial Study, the City has concluded that the project will not have a
significant effect on the environment with the incorporation of mitigation measures and has
therefore prepared a Draft Mitigated Negative Declaration.
WHEREAS, on October 19, 2020, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed and
advertised public hearing to receive oral and written testimony relative to Zone Change 19-01 and
Planned Development 19-01; and
WHEREAS, on October 29, 2020, forty-six (46) notices were sent to property owners
within a 300-feet radius from the subject property, in addition to notices posted in five (5) public
locations, on-site, published in the Rosemead Reader, and filed with the Los Angeles County
Clerk, specifying the availability of the application,plus the date, time, and location of the public
hearing for Zone Change 19-01 and Planned Development 19-01, pursuant to California
Government Code Section 65091(a)(3); and
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WHEREAS, the City Council held a duly noticed public hearing on November 10, 2020,
to consider the Mitigated Negative Declaration and approval of Zone Change 19-01 and Planned
Development 19-01; and
WHEREAS,the City Council fully studied the proposed Zone Change 19-01 and Planned
Development 19-01, and Mitigated Negative Declaration, environmental findings, and considered
all public comments; and
WHEREAS, the City Council, having final approval authority over this project, has
reviewed and considered all comments received during the public review period prior to the
approval of this project.
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD HEREBY ORDAINS AS
FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. The City Council hereby makes a finding of adequacy with the Mitigated
Negative Declaration and HEREBY ADOPTS the Mitigated Negative Declaration, as the
environmental clearance for Zone Change 19-01 and Planned Development 19-01.
SECTION 2. The CITY COUNCIL HEREBY FINDS AND DETERMINES that facts do
exist to justify approving Zone Change 19-01 in accordance with Rosemead Municipal Code
Section 17.152.060(B) as follows:
A. The amendment is internally consistent with all other provisions of the General
Plan.
FINDING: The proposed zone change will amend the Zoning Map of the subject site from
the R-2 to P-D zone. According to the General Plan and Zoning Ordinance Consistency Table in
the General Plan, the P-D zone is a corresponding zoning district to the High Density Residential
land use designation. For this reason,the proposed amendment is consistent with the General Plan.
In addition,the subject site is not located in a specific plan area.
B. The proposed amendment will not be detrimental to the public interest, health,
safety, convenience, or welfare of the City.
FINDING: The existing zone of the subject site is R-2. The subject site consists of two
parcels totaling approximately 1.2 acres of land developed with two existing residential structures.
The proposed amendment would change the zone from R-2 to P-D for the construction of 31
residential townhome units. The subject site is located in residential neighborhood,therefore,will
not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare of the City.
The City has completed an Initial Study/Draft Mitigated Negative Declaration for the
proposed project pursuant to Section 15070(b) of the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA). The Initial Study was undertaken for the purpose of deciding whether the "project"
may have a significant effect on the environment. On the basis of the analysis within the Initial
Study, the City has concluded that the project will not have a significant effect on the
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environment with the incorporation of mitigation measures and has therefore prepared a Draft
Mitigated Negative Declaration.
C. The proposed amendment is internally consistent with other applicable provisions
of this Zoning Code.
FINDING: The proposed amendment would change the zone from R-2 to P-D for the
construction of 31 residential townhome units. The P-D zone is intended to provide for
developments that are characterized by innovative use and design concepts. The minimum area
for a P-D project is one acre. The subject site consists of two parcels totaling approximately 1.2
acres. In addition, the proposed development would be in compliance with the applicable
development standards of the Rosemead Zoning Code.
D. The affected site is physically suitable in terms of design, location, operating
characteristics, shape, size,topography, and the provision of public and emergency vehicle access,
and public services and utilities and is served by highways and streets adequate in width and
improvement to carry the kind and quantity of traffic the proposed use would likely generate, to
ensure that the proposed use(s) and/or development will not endanger, jeopardize, or otherwise
constitute a hazard to the property or improvements in the vicinity in which the property is located.
FINDING: The subject site is located in a residential neighborhood, therefore, the zone
change to a P-D zone is physically suitable for a 1.2 acre site. There is no change in use as the
subject site is currently zoned R-2 and utilized as residential use.
In addition, a traffic impact study was completed for the project to assess project-related
traffic impacts. The traffic counts were taken in February 2020 when school was in full session.
The study concluded that the 31 residential townhome units proposed are not considered a
substantial number of units and is not expected to generate additional school-related pedestrian
trips. Furthermore, it can be expected that some of the existing vehicular traffic associated with
the school might be slightly reduced by the proposed project as the proximity of the project site to
the school would incentivize families with school-age children to take residence at the site and
take advantage of this convenience. To help improve existing conditions,the project applicant has
offered to work with the City and Garvey School District to investigate the feasibility of a cross
walk for pedestrian use. The City's Traffic Engineering Consultant has reviewed the traffic study
and finds it acceptable and the study has been applied in the Draft Mitigated Negative Declaration.
SECTION 3. The CITY COUNCIL HEREBY FINDS AND DETERMINES that facts
do exist to justify approving Planned Development Review 19-01 in accordance with Rosemead
Municipal Code Section 17.24.040 and 17.152.060(B) as follows:
A. The proposed amendment is consistent with the General Plan and any applicable
specific plan.
FINDING: According to the General Plan and Zoning Ordinance Consistency Table in
the General Plan,the P-D zone is a corresponding zoning district to the High Density Residential
land use designation. For this reason, the proposed amendment is consistent with the General
Plan. In addition, the subject site is not located in a specific plan area.
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B. The proposed amendment will not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety,
convenience, or welfare of the City.
FINDING: The P-D district is intended to provide for developments that are
characterized by innovative use and design concepts. This zone provides for a new development
to offer amenities, quality, design excellence and other similar benefits to the community and
not be inhibited by strict numerical development standards. The subject site is located in a
residential neighborhood, therefore,the development of 31 residential townhome units will not be
detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare of the City.
The City has completed an Initial Study/Draft Mitigated Negative Declaration for the
proposed project pursuant to Section 15070(b) of the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA). The Initial Study was undertaken for the purpose of deciding whether the "project"
may have a significant effect on the environment. On the basis of the analysis within the Initial
Study, the City has concluded that the project will not have a significant effect on the
environment with the incorporation of mitigation measures and has therefore prepared a Draft
Mitigated Negative Declaration.
C. The proposed amendment is internally consistent with other applicable provisions of
this Zoning Code.
FINDING: The P-D zone is intended to provide for developments that are characterized
by innovative use and design concepts. The minimum area for a P-D project is one acre. The
subject site consists of two parcels totaling approximately 1.2 acres. In addition, the proposed
development would be in compliance with the applicable development standards of the Rosemead
Zoning Code.
D. The affected site is physically suitable in terms of design, location, operating
characteristics, shape, size, topography, and the provision of public and emergency vehicle
access, and public services and utilities and is served by highways and streets adequate in width
and improvement to carry the kind and quantity of traffic the proposed use would likely generate,
to ensure that the proposed use(s) and/or development will not endanger,jeopardize, or otherwise
constitute a hazard to the property or improvements in the vicinity in which the property is
located.
FINDING: The P-D zone is designated to accommodate various types of development
such as residential developments. The minimum lot area for a P-D project is one acre. The subject
site consists of two parcels totaling approximately 1.2 acres. The proposed development would
be in compliance with the applicable development standards of the Rosemead Zoning Code.
In addition, a traffic impact study was completed for the project to assess project-related
traffic impacts. The traffic counts were taken in February 2020 when school was in full session.
The study concluded that the 31 residential townhome units proposed are not considered a
substantial number of units and is not expected to generate additional school-related pedestrian
trips. Furthennore, it can be expected that some of the existing vehicular traffic associated with
the school might be slightly reduced by the proposed project as the proximity of the project site
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to the school would incentivize families with school-age children to take residence at the site and
take advantage of this convenience. To help improve existing conditions, the project applicant
has offered to work with the City and Garvey School District to investigate the feasibility of a
cross walk for pedestrian use. The City's Traffic Engineering Consultant has reviewed the traffic
study and fmds it acceptable and the study has been applied in the Draft Mitigated Negative
Declaration.
SECTION 4. The City Council HEREBY AMENDS the City's Zoning Map to change
the zone of 3133 and 3141 Willard Avenue from R-2 to P-D.
SECTION 5. Severability. The City Council hereby declares that, should any provision,
section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, clause, phrase, or word of this Ordinance or any part
thereof, be rendered or declared invalid or unconstitutional by any final court action in a court of
competent jurisdiction or by reason of any preemptive legislation, such decision or action shall not
affect the validity of the remaining section or portions of the Ordinance or part thereof. The City
Council hereby declares that it would have independently adopted the remaining provisions,
sections, subsections, paragraphs, sentences, clauses, phrases, or words of this Ordinance
irrespective of the fact that any one or more provisions, sections, subsections, paragraphs,
sentences, clauses,phrases, or words may be declared invalid or unconstitutional.
SECTION 6. Publication. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Ordinance
and shall publish a summary of this Ordinance and post a certified copy of the full Ordinance in
the office of the City Clerk at least five days prior to the adoption and within 15 days after adoption
of the Ordinance, the City Clerk shall publish a summary of the Ordinance with the names of the
Council Members voting for and against the Ordinance. This Ordinance shall take effect thirty
(30) days after the date of its adoption.
SECTION 7. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect thirty (30) days after its
adoption.
PASSED,APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 8th day of December, 2020.
Sandra Armenta, Mayor
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Ericka Hernandez, City Clerk Rachel H. Richman, City Attorney
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) ss
CITY OF ROSEMEAD )
I, Ericka Hernandez, City Clerk of the City of Rosemead, County of Los Angeles, State of
California, hereby attest to the above signature and certify that Ordinance No. 997 was first
introduced at the regular meeting of November 10, 2020 by first reading. Said Ordinance was
approved and adopted by the City Council of the City of Rosemead at a regular meeting held on
the 8th day of December 2020, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Ericka Hernandez, City Clerk
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EXHIBIT "A"
GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 19-01, ZONE CHANGE 19-01
PLANNED DEVELOPMENT REVIEW 19-01,AND TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 82875
(EXHIBIT "A" OF CITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION 2020-43 AND ORDINANCE 997)
3133-3141 WILLARD AVENUE
(APNS: 5288-004-054 & 5288-003-057)
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
November 10, 2020
Standard Conditions of Approvals
1. General Plan Amendment 19-01, Zone Change 19-01 Planned Development Review 19-01,
and Tentative Tract Map 82875 ("Project")are approved for the construction of 31 residential
townhome units, in accordance with the preliminary plans marked Attachment "I", dated
November 3, 2020. Any revisions to the approved plans must be resubmitted for the review
and approval of the Planning Division.
2. The following conditions must be complied to the satisfaction of the Planning Division prior
to final approval of the associated plans, building permits, occupancy permits, or any other
appropriate request.
3. The conditions listed on this exhibit shall be copied directly onto any development plans
subsequently submitted to the Planning and Building Divisions.
4. Approval of Project shall not take effect for any purpose until the applicant(s)have filed with
the City of Rosemead("City") a notarized affidavit stating that he/she is aware of and accepts
all of the conditions of approval as set forth in the letter of approval and this list of conditions
within ten(10) days from the Planning Commission approval date.
5. The on-site public hearing notice posting shall be removed by the end of the 10-day appeal
period of Project.
6. Project is approved for a period of one(1)year.The applicant(s)shall commence the approved
project or request an extension within 30 calendar days prior to expiration. The one (1) year
initial approval period shall be effective from the Planning Commission approval date. For
the purpose of this petition, project commencement shall be defined as beginning the
permitting process with the Planning and Building Divisions, so long as the project is not
abandoned. If Project has been unused, abandoned, or discontinued for a period of one (1)
year, it shall become null and void.
7. The Planning Commission hereby authorizes the Planning Division to make and/or approve
minor modifications to the project and to these conditions of approval.
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8. Project is granted or approved with the City and its Planning Commission and City Council
retaining and reserving the right and jurisdiction to review and to modify the permit,including
the conditions of approval based on changed circumstances. Changed circumstances include,
but are not limited to,the modification of the use, a change in scope, emphasis, size, or nature
of the use, or the expansion, alteration, reconfiguration, or change of use. This reservation of
right to review is in addition to, and not in lieu of, the right of the City, its Planning
Commission, and City Council to review and revoke or modify any permit granted or
approved under the Rosemead Municipal Code for any violations of the conditions imposed
on Project.
9. The applicant(s) shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City of Rosemead or its
agents, officers, and employees from any claim, action, or proceeding against the City of
Rosemead or its agents, officers, or employees to attack, set side, void, or annul, an approval
of the Planning Commission and/or City Council concerning the project, which action is
brought within the time period provided by law.
10. The applicant(s) shall comply with all Federal, State, and local laws relative to the approved
use, including the requirements of the Planning, Building, Fire, Sheriff, and Health
Departments.
11. Building permits will not be issued in connection with any project until such time as all plan
check fees and all other applicable fees are paid in full. Prior to issuance of building permits,
any required school fees shall be paid. The applicant shall provide the City with written
verification of compliance from the applicable school districts.
12. The numbers of the address signs shall be at least six(6)inches tall with a minimum character
width of 3/4 inch, contrasting in color and easily visible at driver's level from the street.
Materials, colors, location, and size of such address numbers shall be approved by the
Community Development Director, or his/her designee,prior to installation.
13. The hours of construction shall be limited from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday through
Saturday. No construction shall take place on Sundays or on any federal holiday. The
applicant shall abide by the noise control sections of the Rosemead Municipal Code.
14. The Building and Safety Division, Planning Division, and Engineering Division shall have
access to the project site at any time during construction to monitor progress.
15. All requirements of the Building and Safety Division, Planning Division, and Engineering
Division shall be complied with prior to the final approval of the proposed construction.
16. All ground level mechanical/utility equipment (including meters, back flow prevention
devices, fire valves, A/C condensers, furnaces, and other equipment) shall be located away
from public view or adequately screened by landscaping or screening walls so as not to be
seen from the public right-of-way.
17. All new roof-top appurtenances and equipment shall be adequately screened from view to the
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satisfaction of the Planning Division. Such equipment shall not exceed the height of the
parapet wall. There shall be no mechanical equipment located on the sides of the building.
18. The parking area,including handicapped spaces, shall be paved and re-painted periodically to
City standards to the satisfaction of the Planning Division. In accordance with the Rosemead
Municipal Code, all designated parking stalls shall be double striped. Such striping shall be
maintained in a clear,visible, and orderly manner to the satisfaction of the Planning Division.
19. Violations of the conditions of approval may result in citation and/or initiation of revocation
proceedings.
Project Specific Conditions of Approval
20. All property that is vacant, under construction, or being demolished shall be totally enclosed
around the perimeter by a fence that is a minimum of six (6) feet in height as measured from
adjacent property, subject to the approval of the Community Development Director or other
designated officials. The following requirements shall be satisfied:
a. The required fence shall be adequately constructed from chain-link, lumber,
masonry or other approved materials. The fence shall be entirely self-supporting
and shall not encroach or utilize structures or fencing on any adjacent property
without prior written approval of the adjacent property owner.
b. The fence shall be installed prior to the initiation of any construction or demolition
and shall be continuously maintained in good condition.
c. Signs stating"PRIVATE PROPERTY,NO TRESPASSING" shall be posted on the
fence.
21. A final wall plan shall be submitted to the Planning Division for review and approval prior to
the issuance of building permits. All walls and/or fences height shall comply with the
requirements in the Rosemead Municipal Code and shall match or complement the residential
buildings in color, material, and design.
22. A final landscape and irrigation plan shall be submitted to the Planning Division for review
and approval prior to the issuance of building permits. The landscape and irrigation plan shall
comply with the City's Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance and with the Guidelines for
Implementation of the Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance and include a sprinkler system
with automatic timers and moisture sensors.
23. All parking spaces comply with the currently applicable section of the Rosemead Municipal
Code. All covered parking spaces shall be free and clear with no obstruction.
24. Prior to the issuance of Building permits, the Developer shall develop a comprehensive
Construction Management Plan, subject to the review and approval of the Planning Division,
Building and Safety Division, and Public Works Department. The Construction Management
Plan shall address security of site and equipment, noise, vibrations, traffic control, parking,
debris removal, staging, dust control, sanitary facilities, and other potential construction
impacts, as well as other details involving the means and methods of completing the project,
including the construction equipment route. The City has the authority to require
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modifications and amendments to the Construction Management Plan as deemed necessary
throughout the course of the project and until the final inspection.
25. A construction notice shall be mailed to residents within a 300' radius from the project site to
infonn them of the commencement of construction. The notice shall me mailed ten days prior
to commencement.
26. Any exterior lighting shall be fully shielded and directed downwards as to not project over
the property lines of the subject site.
27. Prior to issuance of any building permit related to this project, the Applicant shall prepare
Covenant Conditions and Restrictions (CC&R's) or other similar recorded instrument
indicating how and who will maintain proposed common areas. The CC&R's shall be
prepared by the Applicant and approved by the City Attorney and shall include the following
statements: "This statement is intended to notify all prospective property owners of certain
limitations on construction to residential dwellings contained in this planned development
project. Any necessary modifications or additions must be reviewed on a case-by-case basis
and approved or denied by the Community Development Director or his/her designee at
his/her discretion". The CC&R's will cover all aspects of property maintenance of the
common areas,including but not limited to driveways,fencing,landscaping,lighting,parking
spaces, open space and recreational areas. All applicable City Attorney fees shall be at the
responsibility of the applicant.
28. The applicant shall include provisions in the CC&R's to provide maintenance of all building
improvements, on-grade parking and landscaping, and maintenance of the driveway, in a
manner satisfactory to the Planning Division, and in a form acceptable to the City Attorney.
29. The subdivider shall include provisions in the CC&R's to require regular trash pickup service
at least once a week for the residential trash bins.
30. Planning Division approval of sign plans must be obtained prior to obtaining building permits
and/or installation for any signs.
Public Works Conditions of Approval
General
31. Details shown on the tentative map are not necessarily approved. Any details which are
inconsistent with requirements of ordinances, general conditions of approval, or City
Engineer's policies must be specifically approved in the final map or improvement plan
approvals. Tentative map and final map boundaries shall include the entirety of all properties
with proposed boundary modifications.
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32. A final tract map prepared by,or under the direction of a Registered Civil Engineer authorized
to practice land surveying, or a Licensed Land Surveyor, must be processed through the City
Engineer's office prior to being filed with the County Recorder.
33. A preliminary subdivision guarantee is required showing all fee interest holders and
encumbrances.An updated title report shall be provided before the final parcel map is released
for filing with the County Recorder.
34. The final tract map shall be based on a field survey, and monuments shall be set to
permanently mark parcel map boundaries, street centerlines and lot boundaries to the
satisfaction of the City Engineer. The basis of bearing used for the field survey required for
the final map shall include two survey well monuments found or set. The City Engineer may
waive this requirement upon petition should this be impractical. Well monuments shall be set
in accordance with standard plan No. S08-001, if required.
35. Final tract map shall be filed with the County Recorder and one (1) Mylar copy of filed map
shall be submitted to the City Engineer's office. Prior to the release of the final map by the
City, a refundable deposit in the amount of$1,000 shall be submitted by the developer to the
City, which will be refunded upon receipt of the Mylar copy of the filed map.
36. Comply with all requirements of the Subdivision Map Act.
37. Approval for filling of this land division is contingent upon approval of plans and
specifications mentioned below. If the improvements are not installed prior to the filing of
this division, the developer must submit an Undertaking Agreement and a Faithful
Performance and Labor and Materials Bond in the amount estimated by the design engineer
and approved by the City Engineer guaranteeing the installation of the improvements.
38. The City reserves the right to impose any new plan check and/or permit fees approved by City
Council subsequent to tentative approval of this map.
39. Prior to performing any grading, obtain a permit from the Engineering Division. Submit
grading and drainage plans pre the City's grading guidelines and the latest edition of the Los
Angeles County Building Code. The plans shall be stamped and signed by a California State
Registered Civil Engineer.
40. Prior to the recordation of the final map, grading and drainage plans must be approved to
provide for contributory drainage from adjoining properties as approved by the City Engineer,
including the dedication of the necessary easements.
41. A grading and drainage plan must provide for each lot having an independent drainage system
to the public street, to a public drainage facility, or by means of an approved drainage
easement.
42. Historical or existing stormwater flow from adjacent lots must be received and directed by
gravity to the public street, to a public drainage facility, or an approved drainage easement.
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43. Prepare and submit hydrology and hydraulic calculations for sizing of all proposed drainage
devices. The analysis shall also determine if changes in the post development versus pre-
development conditions have occurred. The analysis shall be stamped by a California State
Registered Civil Engineer and prepared per the Los Angeles County Department of Public
Works Hydrology Method.
44. All grading projects require an Erosion Control Plan as part of the grading plans. Grading
permit will not be issued until and Erosion Control Plan is approved by the Engineering
Department.
45. The project is greater than one acre; therefore, a Storm Water Pollution Plan is required. A
Notice of Intent (NOI) shall be filed with the State Water Resources Control Board. When
submitting the SWPPP for the City's review,please include the NOI and the Waste Discharger
Identification(WDID)number.
46. Submit a LID plan and comply with all NPDES requirements.
47. Adjust, relocate, and/or eliminate lot lines, lots, streets, easements or other physical
improvements to comply with ordinances,policies, and standards in effect at the date the City
determined the application to be completed all to the satisfaction of the Public Works
Department.
48. Show clearly all existing lot lines and proposed lot line on the plans.
49. Provide a complete boundary and topographic survey.
50. Show any easement on the plans, if applicable. Provide a plat of easements prepared by the
title company.
Road/Traffic
51. Install driveway approaches for the property in accordance with SPPWC Standard Plan 110-
2, and as directed by the City Engineer or his designee. No portion of the driveway and/or
parkway shall encroach to the frontage of the adjacent properties.
52. Install new concrete sidewalk for the property to extend full width from curb to right-of-way
line and provide ADA access across the new driveway in accordance with SPPWC Plan 110-
1.
53. Replace broken or off-grade curb and gutter, sidewalk, and ADA ramps along the length of
the property frontage in accordance with SPPWC Standard Plans, latest edition, and as
directed by the City Engineer or designee.
54. The approved building address(s) shall be painted on the curbs to the City's standard as
required by the Public Works Inspector prior to final inspection.
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55. Rehabilitate existing AC street pavement along the property frontage to the centerline of the
street as directed by the City Engineer or designee or pay an in-lieu fee equal to the estimated
cost of the improvements to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
56. If applicable, a $2,000.00 fee will be required per each storm drain adjacent to the property
per retrofit pursuant Los Angeles River Trash TMDL requirements.
Sewer
57. If applicable, approval of this land division is contingent upon providing a separate house
sewer lateral to serve each lot of the land division.
58. Prepare and submit a sewer calculations analysis for sizing of proposed laterals including
capacity conditions of the existing sewer trunk line. The analysis shall be stamped by a
California State Registered Civil Engineer and prepared per the Los Angeles County
Department of Public Works Guidelines.
59. If the new sewer flow alters the capacity conditions of the existing sewer main, a sewer main
improvement will be required. Construct required sewer improvements or pay an in-lieu fee
equal to the estimated cost of the improvements to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
60. If applicable all existing laterals to be abandoned shall be capped at the public right of way to
the satisfaction of the City Engineer and the Building Official of the City of Rosemead.
Utilities
61. All utilities to the site shall be underground. Adjacent power pole located in the Willard R/W
may remain.
62. Any utilities that conflict with the development shall be relocated at the developer's expense.
63. Provide a street lighting plan.
Water
64. Prior to the filing of the final map,there shall also be filed with the City Engineer, a statement
from the water purveyor indicating compliance with the Fire Chiefs fire flow requirements.
65. Water hydrant, water meter box and utilities box shall be located 8 feet away from parkway
trees and 3 feet away from driveway approaches.
66. Provide a will-serve letter from the water purveyor.
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LA County Fire Department Conditions of Approval
Final Map Requirements
67. The Final Map shall be submitted to our office for review and approval prior recordation.
68. Fire hydrant improvement plans for the new required fire hydrant should be submitted for
review and approval to the Land Development Unit prior clearance of the Final Map.
69. Access as noted on the Tentative Map shall comply with Title 21 (County of Los Angeles
Subdivision Code) and Section 503 of the Title 32 (County of Los Angeles Fire Code),which
requires an all-weather access surface to be clear to sky.
70. The Private Driveways proposed as private streets for access throughout the development
shall be labeled as "Private Driveway"on the Final Map. The portion of the private driveway
intended for fire apparatus access shall be identified as "Fire Lane" on the Final Map. All
widths and dimensions shall be clearly delineated with a reciprocal access agreement is
required for all private driveways. Compliance required prior to Final Map clearance.
Access Requirements
71. Verification for compliance will be performed during the architectural plan review prior to
building permit issuance.
Water System Requirements
72. All hydrants shall measure 6"x 4"x 2-1/2" brass or bronze, conforming to current AWWA
standard C503 or approved equal and shall be installed in accordance with the County of Los
Angeles Fire Code.
73. The required fire flow for the public fire hydrants for this project is 4,250 GPM at 20 psi
residual pressure for 4 hours. Four public fire hydrant(s)flowing simultaneously may be used
to achieve the required fire flow.Fire Code 507.3 &Appendix B105.1. The required fire flow
has been calculated based on the largest structure, Building 2: 24,334 SF. A reduction in the
required fire flow of up to 50 percent, is allowed when the buildings are provided with an
approved automatic sprinkler system. Said reduction may be calculated during the building
plan check phase by the Fire Prevention Engineering Unit.
74. Install one (1) Public fire hydrant. (location indicated on the drawing) .
75. All required public shall be installed, tested and approved prior to building occupancy. Fire
Code 901.5.4.
76. Approved Automatic Sprinkler Systems in new buildings and structures shall be provided in
locations described in Sections 903.2.1 through 903.2.12 of the County of Los Angeles Fire
Code.
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77. Vehicular access must be provided and maintained serviceable throughout construction for
the required fire hydrants. The required fire shall be installed, tested, and accepted prior to
construction.
78. Parking shall be restricted 30 feet adjacent to any required public fire hydrant, 15 feet on each
side measured from the center of the fire hydrant. Adequate signage and/or stripping shall be
required prior to occupancy.
Mitigation Measure Conditions
Air Quality
79. Fugitive Dust Control -The project must follow the standard SCAQMD rules and
requirements with regards to fugitive dust control,which includes,but are not limited to the
following:
a. All active construction areas shall be watered two (2) times daily.
b. Speed on unpaved roads shall be reduced to less than 15 mph.
c. Any visible dirt deposition on any public roadway shall be swept or washed at the
site access points within 30 minutes.
d. Any on-site stockpiles of debris, dirt or other dusty material shall be covered or
watered twice daily.
e. All operations on any unpaved surface shall be suspended if winds exceed 15 mph.
f. Access points shall be washed or swept daily.
g. Construction sites shall be sandbagged for erosion control.
h. Apply nontoxic chemical soil stabilizers according to manufacturers'
specifications to all inactive construction areas (previously graded areas inactive
for 10 days or more).
i. Cover all trucks hauling dirt, sand, soil, or other loose materials, and maintain at
least 2 feet of freeboard space in accordance with the requirements of California
Vehicle Code (CVC) section 23114.
j. Pave or gravel construction access roads at least 100 feet onto the site from the
main road and use gravel aprons at truck exits.
k. Replace the ground cover of disturbed areas as quickly possible.
1. A fugitive dust control plan should be prepared and submitted to SCAQMD prior
to the start of construction.
80. Construction Management Plan - Prepare and implement a Construction Management
Plan which will include Best Available Control Measures for review and acceptance by the
City Building Official.The plan shall include strategies for ensuring the following measures
are implemented:
a. Require all construction equipment to have Tier 3 modified to Tier 4 or Tier 4
low emission "clean diesel" engines that include diesel oxidation catalysts and
diesel particulate filters that meet the latest CARB best available control
technology.
b. All construction vehicles shall be prohibited from excessive idling. Excessive
idling is defined as five (5) minutes or longer.
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c. Minimize the simultaneous operation of multiple construction equipment units.
d. The use of heavy construction equipment and earthmoving activity should be
suspended during Air Alerts when the Air Quality Index reaches the"Unhealthy"
level.
e. Establish an electricity supply to the construction site and use electric powered
equipment instead of diesel-powered equipment or generators, where feasible.
f. Establish staging areas for the construction equipment that are as distant as
possible from adjacent sensitive receptors (residential land uses).
g. Use haul trucks with on-road engines instead of off-road engines for on-site
hauling.
h. Utilize zero VOC and low VOC paints and solvents,wherever possible.
i. Provide perimeter green screen construction fencing,with perimeter block walls
to be constructed with the first phase of production homes.
Cultural Resources
81. Unanticipated Discovery of Archaeological Resources - If an archaeological resource is
encountered during ground-disturbing activities, work within 50 feet of the find must halt and
a qualified archaeologist meeting the Secretary of the Interior's Professional Qualifications
Standards for archaeology must be contacted immediately to evaluate the find.If the discovery
proves to be significant under CEQA, additional work such as data recovery excavation may
be warranted. The on-site monitoring shall end when the project site excavation activities are
completed, or sooner if the archaeologist indicates that the site has a low potential for
archeological resources. During monitoring,the archaeologist shall complete monitoring logs
on a daily basis. The logs will provide descriptions of the daily activities, including
construction activities, locations, soil, and any cultural materials identified. Following
completion of monitoring, the archaeologist shall prepare a summary memorandum of finds,
their significance under CEQA and their disposition. (*Note: The California Historical
Resources Information System contains a listing of qualified archaeologists at
www.chrisinfo.org.).
82. Unanticipated Discovery of Human Remains - The discovery of human remains is always a
possibility during ground-disturbing activities. If human remains are found, the State of
California Health and Safety Code Section 7050.5 states that no further disturbance shall occur
until the county coroner has made a deteituination of origin and disposition pursuant to Public
Resources Code Section 5097.98.In the event of an unanticipated discovery of human remains,
the county coroner must be notified immediately. If the human remains are determined to be
prehistoric,the coroner will notify the Native American Heritage Commission(NAHC),which
will determine and notify a most likely descendant (MLD). The MLD shall complete the
inspection of the site within 48 hours of notification and may recommend scientific removal
and nondestructive analysis of human remains and items associated with Native American
burials.
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Hazards and Hazardous Materials
83. Lead-Based Paint (LBP) - Prior to issuance of any demolition permit for the Project, the
Applicant shall demonstrate that the existing onsite structures haven been surveyed for LBP,
and that any identified LBP have been prior to activities with the potential to disturb painted
surfaces, in accordance with all applicable laws.
84. Asbestos Containing Materials (ACM) - Prior to issuance of any demolition permit for the
Project,the Applicant shall demonstrate that the existing onsite structures haven been surveyed
for ACM. The survey shall include sampling of suspect ACM which shall be collected for
laboratory analysis of asbestos in order to determine the need for compliance with EPA
National Emission Standard for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) regulations. All ACM
shall be removed from the site prior to activities with the potential to disturb affected surfaces,
in accordance with all applicable laws.
85. Traffic Control Plan - Prior to any grading or construction activities, the Applicant shall
prepare a construction traffic control plan for review and approval by the City Engineer to
ensure emergency access routes are not obstructed
Noise
86. On-Site Impacts - Construction Noise
a. All construction equipment shall be equipped with mufflers and other suitable noise
attenuation devices (e.g., engine shields).
b. Grading and construction contractors shall use quieter equipment as opposed to
noisier equipment(such as rubber-tired equipment rather than track equipment),to
the maximum extent feasible.
c. If feasible, electric hook-ups shall be provided to avoid the use of generators. If
electric service is determined to be infeasible for the site, only whisper-quiet
generators shall be used(i.e.,inverter generators capable of providing variable load.
d. Use electric air compressors and similar power tools rather than diesel equipment,
where feasible.
e. Locate staging area, generators and stationary construction equipment as far from
the adjacent residential homes as feasible.
f. Construction-related equipment, including heavy-duty equipment, motor vehicles,
and portable equipment,shall be turned off when not in use for more than 5 minutes.
g. Post a sign in a readily visible location at the project site that indicates the dates
and duration of construction activities,as well as provide a telephone number where
residents can enquire about the construction process and register complaints to an
assigned construction noise disturbance coordinator.
87. On-Site Impacts - Operational Noise - The final building plans for the Project shall ensure
that HVAC units are not located within an area of the Project site that would contribute to a
noise level exceedance at any adjacent property line,per the City of Rosemead Municipal Code
requirements. To meet the City's noise standards the following measures should be followed:
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a. The combined noise level of all units operating simultaneously shall not exceed 60
dB(A)during daytime hours(7 a.m.to 10 p.m.)and 45 dB(A)during nighttime hours
(10 p.m. to 7 a.m.).
b. HVAC units should be rated at 76 dB or less.
88. Construction Traffic -During all grading and construction activities,the Project Applicant
shall insure that its contractor implement the following measures.
a. Minimize construction traffic during peak traffic periods of weekday 7:00 a.m. to
9:00 a.m., weekday mid-day school pick-up periods, and weekday PM peak period
of 4:00 p.m.to 6:00 p.m.
b. Contact the Garvey School District at(626)307-3400 regarding the potential impact
upon existing school bus routes.
c. The Construction Manager or designee should notify the Garvey School District of
the expected start and end dates for various portions of the project that may affect
traffic within nearby school areas.
d. Provide unrestricted access to schools for school buses.
e. Avoid delays to transported students resulted by truck and construction traffic.
f. Avoid adverse impacts on school buses' on-time performance and passenger safety
resulting from changed traffic patterns, lane adjustment, traffic light patterns, and
altered bus stops during and after construction.
g. Construction trucks and other vehicles are required to stop when encountering
school buses using red-flashing-lights must-stop-indicators per the California
Vehicle Code (CVC).
h. Contractors must install and maintain appropriate traffic controls (signs and
signals) to ensure vehicular and pedestrian safety.
i. Contractors must maintain ongoing communication with Garvey School District
school administrators,providing sufficient notice to forewarn children and parents
when existing vehicle routes to school may be impacted.
j. Continue to maintain access to the passenger loading areas for parents dropping
off their children.
k. Contractors must maintain ongoing communication with Garvey School District
school administrators,providing sufficient notice to forewarn children and parents
when existing pedestrian routes to school may be impacted.
1. Contractors must maintain safe and convenient pedestrian routes to all nearby
schools. The District will provide School Pedestrian Route Maps upon request.
m. No staging or parking of construction-related vehicles,including worker-transport
vehicles, should occur on or adjacent to a school property.
n. Barriers and/or fencing must be installed to secure construction equipment and to
minimize trespassing, vandalism, short-cut attractions, and attractive nuisances.
o. The school's hours are from 7:55 AM to 2:35 PM. Project construction shall avoid
interference with school traffic from 7:30 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. and from 2:30 p.m. to
3:00 p.m. on school day so that faculty and parents can enter and leave the site as
needed.
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89. Site Access - Prior to issuance of the first residential building permit, the Project applicant
shall submit plans for the following measures to the City for review and approval. Prior to
issuance of a certificate of occupancy, the Project applicant shall insure that the following
measures are implemented as required by the City:
a. Sight distance at all Project access points should be reviewed with respect to City
of Rosemead sight distance standards at the time of preparation of final grading,
landscape, and street improvement plans.
b. Provide appropriate signage and pavement markings at the Project site driveways,
including stop bars and stop signs and restrict project access through clear signage
and other means.
c. Participate in any approved transportation or development impact fees established
by the City of Rosemead.
Tribal Cultural Resources
90. Native American Monitoring - If potential Native American resources are uncovered
during grading, the applicant shall be required to halt work within 50 feet of the find,
inform the Director of Planning & Economic or his/her designee immediately and retain a
qualified professional archaeologist and an experienced and certified Native American
monitor of Gabrieleno heritage to examine the material to determine whether it is a"unique
cultural resource" as defined in Section 21083.2 (g) of the State CEQA Statues. If this
determination is positive, the scientifically consequential information shall be fully
recovered by the archaeologist and Native American monitor. Work may continue outside
the area of the find. However, no further work shall occur in theimmediate location of the
find until all information recovery has been completed and a report concerning same filed
with the County, a designated repository as appropriate and made available to interested
representatives of Native American tribes that are traditionally and culturally affiliated with
the Project area.
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