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CC - Item 1A - Pasadena City College Presentation On Proposed Satellite CampusROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL/ PLANNING COMMISSION MEMORANDUM TO: THE HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL THE HONORABLE CHAIR AND PLANNING COMMISSION FROM: BEN KIM, CITY MANAGER /— - DATE: FEBRUARY 13, 2024 SUBJECT: PASADENA CITY COLLEGE PRESENTATION ON PROPOSED SATELLITE CAMPUS SUMMARY Pasadena City College (PCC) has submitted a Pre -Application (Pre -Application 24-01), proposing to develop anew satellite campus. Initially, two sets of preliminary plans for the satellite campus were submitted, however, at the request of the applicant, the presentation will only focus on their plans for the properties in escrow. The project would consist of two, three- story, 55 -foot -tall buildings that are connected by a third -story glass bridge that will serve as a pedestrian pathway and student seating. The floor area of the buildings would total approximately 70,400 square feet. To develop the satellite campus, the applicant proposes to change the zone from Central Business District with a Design Overlay (CBD/D-O) to Planned Development (P -D). The applicant is also proposing to change the General Plan Land Use Designation from Office/Light Industrial to Public Facilities. The subject site is located at 8941 Valley Boulevard, 4019 Rosemead Boulevard, and 8932 Bentel Avenue. AGENDA ITEM LA City CounciVPlanning Commission Memorandum February 13, 2024 Page 2 of 2 On January 2, 2024, PCC submitted a Pre -Application for the development of their satellite campus which included a project narrative (Attachment "A") and preliminary plans (Attachment `B"). PCC is currently under escrow to purchase three parcels located at 8941 Valley Boulevard, 4019 Rosemead Boulevard, and 8932 Bentel Avenue and are currently in negotiations to acquire two additional parcels located at 8951 Valley Boulevard and 4017 Rosemead Boulevard. Since PCC is still in the negotiation process for the two aforementioned parcels, PCC has requested that the presentation only focus on the plans for the properties in escrow. On February 1, 2024, the Planning Division issued a comment letter (Attachment "C") based on the preliminary plans. The applicant is aware that the comments are preliminary in nature and is currently reviewing the comment letter. As part of the Pre -Application process, PCC will be presenting their proposed project to the City Council and Planning Commission to receive feedback and input, and to provide information on potential site development challenges that may need to be addressed as part of the due diligence process. Prepared by: Annie Lao, Associate Planner Reviewed by: 4%0� Lily Valenzuela, Deputy Director of Community Development Submitted by: Stan Wong, Interim Director of Community Development Attachment A: Pre -Application 24-01 Narrative Attachment B: Pre -Application Pre-Liminary Plans Attachment C: Comment Letter dated February 1, 2024 Attachment A Pre -Application 24-01 Narrative HGA 1301 Colorado Avenue 310.557.7600 Santa Monica, CA 90404 HGA.COM January 2, 2024 Annie Lao Associate Planner/Economic Development Specialist City of Rosemead Department of Community Development 8838 E. Valley Blvd., Rosemead, CA 91770 Re: Pasadena City College, Proposed Rosemead Campus Narrative for New College Campus Development Dear Annie: We are excited to submit the enclosed pre -application information for the city and other agencies' review and comments. We look forward to working with your staff, the planning commission, and the local community to develop a new college campus for Pasadena City College (PCC) that is safe, state-of-the-art, and enriches the students', as well as the community's, academic, personal, and professional lives. Background Pasadena City College has long served the residents of Rosemead by providing general education classes and degree -applicable majors to the surrounding community. Pasadena City College is dedicated to serving Rosemead community members by reviving our local presence through the purchase of parcel properties intended to deliver state-of-the-art facilities providing a high-quality, innovative, and dynamic learning environment that inspires student success. This new facility will provide more than twenty classrooms, including lecture and science laboratories, and a wide range of student support service areas such as admissions and records, financial aid, general counseling, student health, and dining services. Through this initiative, Pasadena City College remains committed to being an equity -minded learning community dedicated to enriching students' academic, personal, and professional lives by offering an array of degree and certificate programs, economic & workforce development programming, culturally relevant campus engagement, and customized student support. Annie Lao City of Rosemead January 2, 2024 Page 2 Existing Conditions The proposed development is located on multiple parcels bordering the streets of Rosemead Boulevard, Valley Boulevard, and Bentel Avenue. Three parcels of approximately 1.52 acres are in escrow while two additional parcels of approximately 0.54 acres are being negotiated and may or may not be included as part of this development. All five parcels total to approximately 2.06 acres with the following existing zoning districts: Medium Commercial with Design Overlay (C-3 with D -O) and Residential/Commercial Mixed -Use Development (RC-MUDO). It is our understanding that the existing power and telecommunication lines that are currently on the properties belong to Southern California Edison (SCE). We have contacted SCE to identify potential impacts to these existing power and telecommunication lines and verify if there are any easements pertaining to the subject site. Pending on SCE's response, modifications to the proposed design concept may be needed to address specific conditions. The recently passed Assembly Bill 2097 (AB2097) does not impose a minimum automobile parking requirement on most development projects located within a half -mile radius of a major transit stop. There are several city bus stops located at the intersection of Valley Blvd and Rosemead Blvd, which are within half -mile from proposed site. Additionally, PCC offers a shuttle service between the Colorado campus and its other satellite campuses, which is expected to be implemented at this location as well. All existing buildings, parking lots, and other land improvements on the subject site are planned to be demolished as part of the proposed project. Proposed Development As part of this proposed development, we are requesting the following changes: • General Plan Amendment: Parcels designation to be amended to Public Facilities • Zone Change: Change Zoning District to Planned Development (P -D) • Lot Line Adjustments: Combine all parcels into one lot The above proposed revisions to the current General Plan and Zoning District would not impose any planning department story or height limits, floor -to -area ratio requirements, setback requirements (except for a 10'-0" rear setback), nor limitations on types of building functions, and allow PCC the flexibility to develop the higher education facilities and amenities as represented in the submitted conceptual drawings, also described below: Annie Lao City of Rosemead January 2, 2024 Page 3 • (1) 3 -story, approximately 55'-0" tall building of approximately 70,000 gross square feet to house spaces for offices, classrooms, science labs, study and student support spaces, and a small retail store. • (1) 4 -story, approximately 40'-0" tall parking structure of approximately 66,000 gross square footage, with approximately 222 parking stalls for visitors, staff„ and students. The parking stalls include a mix of regular and compact stalls as well as accessible, van accessible, and EV charging stalls. • (1) Trash Enclosure with access from new drive lane • Site Improvements: o New drive lane connecting Valley Blvd to Bentel Avenue to serve as parking entry from Valley Blvd., emergency and fire department access, trash and loading access, and campus shuttle drop-off/pick-up o Bicycle parking in conformance with CalGreen code requirements o Paved areas for outdoor gathering spaces o Drought -tolerant landscaping and shade trees • The total proposed number of parking stalls is a 44% reduction from 396 total parking stalls required by Rosemead Code of Ordinance for Colleges.The required total, prior to reduction, is calculated based on a ratio of 1 per 3 daytime students plus 1 per employee. The total quantities of students and employees are based on the proposed number of offices and instructional spaces. Please refer to submitted exhibits. The site planning approach for the proposed new PCC Rosemead campus uses Bentel Avenue as the primary frontage and entry to provide a distinct presence and image on this relatively underutilized street while maintaining recognition and access from the adjacent Valley Blvd. and Rosemead Blvd. intersection. The Bentel Avenue position also facilitates direct urban connections and linkages to neighboring business and retail areas to create a synergy of inner-city activity. This site planning approach is also intended to direct vehicles to this location for access to the proposed parking structure, away from the busy street arteries. The proposed project site plan includes an integrated courtyard and outdoor communal space for PCC students, faculty and staff that is envisioned to be the "heart" of the new campus. Building amenities such as a student study lounge, multipurpose room, and a small retail store will have direct access to this common outdoor area. The massing and architecture of the proposed building will be of a contemporary style with design cues from PCC's Colorado Campus. Stair towers will be behind glazing to provide visibility for safety and serve as landmarks for wayfinding. Overhangs and canopies will be provided for shading. Photovoltaic panels are planned at the roof level to generate on site renewable energy. Annie Lao City of Rosemead January 2, 2024 Page 4 Drought -tolerant landscaping and paving is planned for the site improvements to create a variety of outdoor gathering spaces with seating and tables for visitors and occupants. Outdoor areas will also be developed to allow for different types of community events. Parking structure edges will be planted with landscape and vegetation. Photovoltaic panels are planned at the roof level of the parking structure to provide shade for the cars and generate on site electrical power. The parking structure will be well lit and visible to maintain safety to the campus's visitors and occupants. We hope this narrative along with our submitted pre -application materials provide you an understanding of Pasadena City College's design intent. We look forward to receiving your comments to improve this development to better serve PCC's staff, students, and faculty as well as the local Rosemead community. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or need further information. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, HGA P -1 - Joseph Sion Associate Vice President 310.557.7612 cc: Candace D. Jones, PCC Richard L. Laret, PCC Kevin Donaghey, HGA Attachments: Conceptual Site Plans, Conceptual Floor Plans, Conceptual Renderings, Building Space Program Attachment B Pre- Application Preliminary Plans Attachment C Comment Letter NL1YOR: STEVEN LY MAYOR PRO TEM: MARGARETCLARR COUNCIL MFNBERS: SA\DRA ARME\TA SEAN DANG Pony Low February 1, 2024 Pasadena City College 1570 E. Colorado Boulevard Pasadena, CA 91106 Attn: Candace D. Jones City of Wqsemead 8838 E. VALLEY BOULEVARD ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA 91770 TELEPHONE (626) 569-2100 FAX (626) 569-2303 SUBJECT: PRE -APPLICATION 24-01 8941 VALLEY BOULEVARD, 4019 ROSEMEAD BOULEVARD, AND 8932 BENTEL AVENUE Dear Applicant, Thank you for your interest in the City of Rosemead. On January 2, 2024, the Planning Division received your Pre -Application submittal for Pasadena City College's proposed satellite campus. The following comments from the Planning and Building and Safety Divisions and the Public Works Department are based on the preliminary plans that you submitted. The comments will apply to both plans unless specifically stated otherwise. Staff understands the plans are preliminary for the purpose of the pre -application review. However, in order for City staff to complete a thorough review of the project the architectural plans require more detailed information. Please also be aware that additional issues could arise as more information is received. Application Requirements The following entitlement applications and fees for the project will be required. Additional entitlements may be required once complete sets of plans have been submitted. 1. Zone Change - $2,223 + $50 each additional parcel 2. Planned Development Review - $1,569 3. General Plan Amendment - $2,309 + $50 each additional parcel 4. Third -Party Geological/Geotechnical Review— Cost plus 10% Please refer to the attached Geotechnical and Engineering Geology Consultation and Review Guide. 5. Environmental Review — Cost plus 10% 1 The includes third party reviews of the environmental document. The applicant will be required to submit any applicable California Environmental Quality Act fees. 6. Publication - $1046 ($523 for Planning Commission and $523 for City Council) Fee is subject to change if additional public hearings are required. 7. LA County Recording Fee - $75.00 8. Development Impact Fees — On June 9, 2015, the City Council adopted Ordinance 949, to establish Development Impact Fees. The fees are as follows: 1. Retail - $1.365 per 1,000 square foot (Convenience Store) 2. Office- $1.997 per 1,000 square foot (Rest of the Satellite Campus) 9. Development Schedule — an application for approval of a development plan in the P -D zone shall be accompanied by a development schedule indicating the approximate date on which construction of the project can be expected to begin, the anticipated rate of development and completion date. Such development schedule, if approved by the Planning Commission and City Council, shall become a part of the development plan and shall be adhered to by the owner of the site and any successor in interest. Project Summary Data 10. The project data summary table should also provide the following information: 1. Name, address, and telephone number of property owner(s), applicant and plan preparer. 2. Assessor's Parcel Numbers 3. Existing and Proposed General Plan Land Use Designation 4. Lot Size (include gross and net square footage) 5. Landscape/Hardscape calculations 6. Floor Area Ratio 11. Name, address, and telephone number of all service providers, including water sewer, school(s), utility companies, etc. 12. Indicate the type of building construction and occupancy (per Uniform Building Code). Phasing 13. If the project is to be phased, indicate the proposed phases and their sequence of development and timing. 14. Per Rosemead Municipal Code (RMC) Section 17.24.040(G), If development is to be accomplished in stages, the development plan shall coordinate 2 improvement of the open space, the construction of buildings, structures and improvements in such open space, and the construction of dwelling units, in order that each development stage achieves a proportionate share of the total open space environmental quality of the total planned development. Also, the development plan for the proper shall include conditions related to the phasing of development. Precise Development Plan 15. Per RMC Section 17.24.040(C), a precise development plan shall include the following details: 1. Location of each existing and location and dimensions of each proposed structure in the site, the use or uses to be contained therein, the number of stories, gross building and floor area, location of entrances and loading points thereof. 2. Location of proposed parks, playgrounds, school sites, public buildings and other such uses within the zone. 3. All streets, points of access, curb cuts, garage door locations, driving lanes, parking areas, and in commercial developments, the ratio of off- street parking to building floor area, loading area, public transportation points, and illumination facilities for same. 4. All pedestrian walks, malls and open areas for the use of occupants and members of the public. 5. Location, height and material of all walls and fences. Location and height of all screen planting in front, side and rear yards. 6. Types of surfacing, such as paving, turf or gravel, to be used at the various locations. 7. Landscaping and tree planting plan including type and location of plant materials to be used and an irrigation plan, in accordance with the City's Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance. 8. Plans and elevations of structures indicating architectural, building materials and construction standards. 9. The gross land area of the site and of the footprints of the structures, and land use of the area within three hundred (300) feet of the perimeter of the site, including the location of structures and other improvements. 10.Such other information may be required by the Community Development Department to assist in the consideration of the development plan. 3 11.A map or grading plan showing the proposed grading and topography of the site. 12.Such application shall be processed and heard in accordance with the provisions of Article 5, Chapter 17.120 (Applications and Processing). The Planning Commission and City Council may impose reasonable conditions to the approval of the development plan. 16.Per RMC Section 17.24.040 (H), additional conditions containing reasonable regulations regarding traffic flow, access driveways, off-street parking, signs, walls, fences, paved areas, planting areas and other open areas may be required by the Planning Commission to assure a reasonable and compatible development in harmony with, and not detrimental to, the surrounding area. Site Plan 17. Per RMC Table 17.24.030.2, the minimum setbacks are required: Preliminary Option 1 & 2 1. Front Yard: None a. The front lot line is the line separating the narrower street frontage from a street or highway, unless otherwise specified by deed restriction. In this case, the front lot line is on Rosemead Boulevard for both options. 2. Side Yard: None 3. Rear Yard: 10 Feet 18.Surrounding Improvements - indicate all improvements (i.e. land uses, buildings, structures, etc.) within 300 feet of the exterior boundaries of the subject site. 19. Indicate the vehicle circulation pattern. 20.Off-site Improvements and Utilities - Indicate all abutting streets, including names, distance to centerline, ultimate right-of-way width and proposed and existing improvements (curbs, sidewalks, utility poles, etc.). 21.Walls and Fencing - Indicate the location, height, and type of construction materials of all walls and fences. The proposed walls shall be decorative and architecturally compatible with the proposed building's exterior. Vines shall be planted six (6) feet apart along the walls to soften the appearance. 22. Trash Enclosures —Please contact Republic Services to ensure that onsite waste storage would be adequate. There shall be no placement of waste container bins on the public right-of-way at any given time. 23. Fire Hydrants — Label the location of proposed and existing fire hydrants (on-site and within 150 feet of the property). 4 24. Identify all mechanical equipment on the site plan. All ground level and roof top appurtenances and equipment shall be adequately screened such that they are not visible from adjacent properties or public right-of-way. a. Wall mounted equipment shall be flush with the exterior of the building and painted to match the exterior of the building. Ground and pad mounted mechanical equipment and other such equipment shall be screened from all public rights of way and adjacent properties by architectural building features, fencing or landscaping. c. Provide a cross section of roof parapets which indicates the height of the parapet wall in relation to the proposed solar panels and any new mechanical equipment. 25.The driveway shall be designed to complement and ideally accentuate the development and neighborhood. Please incorporate interlocking pavers, or other decorative hardscape materials for driveways leading into the development. Elevation Plans (Design) 26. Please label all colors and materials for the satellite campus 27.Since all elevations of the proposed parking structure will be visible, and the project site is located along prominent commercial corridors, please incorporate decorative elements to reduce the mass of the parking structure and create visual interest from the public -right-of-way. Some examples of how this can be achieved are: Decorative Metal screening panels The incorporation of artwork that are complementary to the design of the satellite campus. Exclude any heavily illuminated artwork as the parking structure is nearby residential properties. Additional landscaping Parking Parking requirements shall be as provided in Chapter 17.112 (Off -Street Parking and Loading) 28. Per Rosemead Municipal Table 17.112.040.1, the off-street parking requirement for colleges is 1 per 3 daytime students plus 1 per employee. 29. Per RMC Section 17.112.111(E), continuous curbs and/or headers shall be used instead of individual wheel stops, unless otherwise approved by the Community Development Director. 30. Per RMC Section 17.112.111(H), parking stalls shall be striped with three-inch double lines, six inches apart. The stall width shall be measured from the center point of each double striped marking. 31. Per RMC Section 17.112.111(M), each entrance and exit to a parking lot shall be constructed and maintained so that any vehicle entering or leaving the parking lot shall be clearly visible at a distance of not less than ten (10) feet to a person approaching such entrance or exit on any pedestrian walk or footpath. Exits from parking lots shall be clearly posted with "Stop" signs and it shall be unlawful for a motorist to fail to stop at such sign before leaving the parking lot. 9 32. Per RMC 17.112.113, the following spaces are required for commercial vehicles and for loading: Spaces for Commercial Vehicles. In addition to the parking spaces required by Section 17.112.040 for owners, occupants, employees, customers, and visitors of structures and uses, one parking space shall be provided for each commercial vehicle used in conjunction with the operation of any structure or use. The parking spaces for such accessory vehicles shall be provided within a designated parking space on the same lot as, or adjacent to, the structure or use to which the vehicles are necessary. 2. Off -Street Loading. Off-street loading space shall be required on the same subject site with every building; storage warehouse, auto dealership, wholesale distributor, goods display center, department store, market, hotel, hospital, funeral home, laundry, dry cleaning, and other similar uses involving the receipt or distribution by vehicle of materials or merchandise incidental to carrying on such activity. Such space shall be sufficient to permit the standing, loading, and unloading of vehicles to avoid undue interference with the public use of streets and alleys and shall not be a part of the subject site area used for the off-street parking required for each particular use. Loading Space. On the same premises with every building, structure or part thereof erected or occupied for manufacturing, storage, warehouse, goods display, department store, wholesale or retail market, hotel, restaurant, hospital, laundry, dry cleaning plant, or other uses similarly involving the receipt or distribution of vehicles carrying materials or merchandise, there shall be provided and maintained on the lot a minimum of one off-street or off -alley loading space for each six thousand (6,000) square feet of floor area of building for standing, loading and unloading services in order to avoid undue interference with the public use of the streets or alleys. Required loading space may be included within the required parking space adjacent to a building. Landscaping 33. Landscaping and tree planting plan including type and location of plant materials to be used and an irrigation plan, in accordance with the City's Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance (RMC Chapter 13.08). a. All setback areas fronting on or visible from an adjacent public street, and all leisure, open space, and recreation areas shall be landscaped in an attractive manner and provided with a method for the maintenance of the areas. b. Decorative design elements (e.g. benches, exterior recreational facilities, fountains, planters, pools, sculptures, and similar elements) may be allowed, provided the elements are incorporated as a part of the landscaping plans, except where otherwise prohibited. 34.AII usable open space (i.e., pedestrian walkways, separations between buildings, yard areas, and common recreation areas) shall be landscaped and provided with permanent, moisture sensing devices and automatic underground irrigations systems, developed in accordance with an approved landscape plan and maintenance plan. 35. Please provide details of the usable open space areas. 36.A landscape and irrigation plan, prepared by a professional landscape architect, shall be submitted for review. The site plan shall illustrate the location of all existing trees with a diameter of 10" or larger and the tree specimen/type. 37. Except as provided in RMC Chapter 13.08, Water Efficient Landscapes, all plants and shrubs shall be living evergreen vines, shrubs, or ground cover, mow -able grass, or a combination thereof. All trees shall be living, a minimum of fifty (50) percent which shall be an evergreen type. The following minimum sizes shall apply: a. Trees, fifteen (15) gallons; b. Shrubs, five gallons; and c. Ground cover and vines from pots or rooted cuttings from flats spaced twelve (12) inches on center. 38.AII landscape designs must incorporate energy and water conservation measures. 39.The developer and subsequent owners shall be responsible for maintaining the landscaping as shown on the approved plan. Maintenance shall include regular irrigation, weeding, fertilizing, and pruning of dead materials. 40. Landscaping shall not be permitted to limit or restrict the line of sight on any public right-of-way. Liahtinct 41. Include a lighting plan for this project. 42. Lighting fixtures shall be designed and located to illuminate only the interior of the site and not project glare onto adjacent properties. A photometric survey will be required to demonstrate this requirement. Light cut sheets shall be submitted to the Planning Division indicating these specifications. E 43. Light fixtures shall be compatible with the architectural style of the development. 44. Lighting shall be integrated into the landscaping wherever possible. Signs 45. Per RMC Section 17.24.040, the following requirements shall apply for signs in the P -D zone: Building Directory Signs. One exterior sign at each building entrance, such sign not to exceed ten (10) square feet in area, and such sign to be a limited directory type indicating only the name of the business and the use conducted by tenants. Exterior Wall Signs. Exterior wall signs may occupy not more than twenty (20) percent of any front, side or rear wall of a main building or structure, such signs to pertain only to a use conducted, service provided, goods produced or sold on the premises, or the name of the owner or tenants of the building. Freestanding Signs. One freestanding sign for each commercial business, provided that the total area of any one sign shall not exceed one hundred (100) square feet. a. Total height of any freestanding sign not to exceed thirty-five (35) feet. b. Such signs shall pertain only to a use conducted, service provided, goods produced or sold on the premises, or the name of the owner or tenants of the building. c. Permitted freestanding signs shall not project into any public right- of-way. Comments from Reviewing Agencies 46. Enclosed with this letter are copies of the comment letters from the following agencies: a. City of Rosemead Public Works Department b. City of Rosemead Building and Safety Division Please review the attached comments and respond accordingly as such comments may affect the proposed project. Staff would like to meet with you to discuss the comment letter and debrief all comments and direction given at the special joint workshop with the City Council and Planning Commission. Please feel free to contact me at (626) 569-2144 or alao@cityofrosemead.org if you have any questions regarding this matter. Rosemead City Hall is open from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday. City Hall is closed on Fridays. Sincerely, Annie Lao Associate Planner Cc: Case File: Pre -App 24-01 Enclosures 10 CITY OF ROSEMEAD BUILDING DIVISION RECOMMENDED CONDITIONS ADDRESS: 8941 Valley Boulevard, 4019 Rosemead Boulevard, and 8932 Bentel Avenue APPLICATION NO.: PRE -APP 24-01 PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Proposed a new satellite campus of a community college with a detached parking garage on 3 contiguous parcels (Option 1). PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Proposed a new satellite campus of a community college with a detached parking garage on 5 contiguous parcels (Option 2). B 1. The second sheet of grading plans is to list all conditions of approval and to include a copy of the Planning Commission Decision letter. This information shall be incorporated into the plans prior to the first submittal for plan check. B2. Project vertical construction permitting and inspection appear to be under thejurisdiction of DSA. Applicant shall provide a copy of the permit issued and finaled to the City. B3. Grading plans prepared in compliance with the current Building Code and the applicable local ordinance shall be submitted to Building Division for review prior permit issuance. B4. Fees shall be paid to the County of Los Angeles Sanitation District prior to issuance of permit within the jurisdiction of the city. B5. Fees shall be paid to the School District prior to issuance of permit within the jurisdiction of the city. B6. The building shall be addressed as 4019 Rosemead Blvd, and an application to assign building address shall be filed with the City prior to plan check submittal. B7. A geotechnical and soils investigation report is required, the duties of the soils engineer of record, as indicated on the first sheet of the approved plans, shall include the following: a) Observation of cleared areas and benches prepared to receive fill; b) Observation of the removal of all unsuitable soils and other materials; C) The approval of soils to be used as fill material; d) Inspection of compaction and placement of fill; C) The testing of compacted fills; and f) The inspection of review of drainage devices. B8. The owner shall retain the soils engineer preparing the Preliminary Soils and/or Geotechnical Investigation accepted by the City for observation of all grading, site preparation, and compaction testing. Observation and testing shall not be performed by other soils and/or geotechnical engineer unless the subsequent soils and/or geotechnical engineer submits and has accepted by the City, a new Preliminary Soils and/or Geotechnical Investigation. Page 1 of 2 V2023 B9. A grading and drainage plan shall be approved prior to issuance of the building permit. The grading and drainage plan shall indicate how all storm drainage including contributory drainage from adjacent lots is carried to the public way or drainage structure approved to receive storm water. B 10. Stormwater Planning Program LID Plan Checklist (MS4-1 FORM) completed by Engineer of Record shall be copied on the first sheet of Building Plans and on the first sheet of Grading Plans. When applicable per the LID plan checklist, LID plan shall be approved through the Engineering Division prior submitting grading plans for review. The form can be found at the following link https://www.drol2box.com/scl/fL/m8sl r2584cb6fwstigv 1 b/Rosemead-MS4- I -LID -Determination - Form do Prlkev=twd265f61ckgenmk4sIghm6ap&dl=0 B 11. All State of California disability access regulations for accessibility shall be complied with. B 12. The property shall be surveyed, and the boundaries marked by a land surveyor licensed by the State of California. B 13. Foundation inspection will not be made until the excavation has been surveyed and the setbacks determined to be in accordance with the approved plans by a land surveyor licensed by the State of California. THIS NOTE IS TO BE PLACED ON THE FOUNDATION PLAN IN A PROMINENT LOCATION. B14.No form work or other construction materials will be permitted to encroach into adjacent property without written approval of the affected property owner. B 15. Demolition permit is required for any existing buildings which are to be demolished. B16. Prior to the issuance of building permit, a written consent shall be obtained from the current easement holder(s) for any proposed development encroaching into existing easement(s). BIT Separate permit is required for Fire Sprinklers. B18. The proposed site is a combination of lots. Parcel merger shall be processed prior to issuance of the building permit. Reviewed by: Building Division/AJ/JK JN: 240017 DATE: 1/16/2024 Page 2 of 2 V2023 CITY OF ROSEMEAD PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT RECOMMENDED CONDITIONS ADDRESS: Option 1: (8941 Valley Blvd., 4019 Rosemead Blvd. and 8932 Bentel Ave.) Option 2: (8941 Valley Blvd., 8951 Valley Blvd., 4017 Rosemead Blvd.,4019 Rosemead and 8932 Bentel Ave.) APPLICATION NO.: PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Pre -Application to construct Pasadena City College satellite campus. There are two variations: one to construct on three parcels including two, three story Buildings with approximately 222 off-street parking spaces and total lot area of 1.52ac. The other option to construct on five parcels including one, two story building with 222 off-street parking spaces and total lot area of 2.08ac. The following are Public Works conditions; by obtaining a permit, the applicant agrees at their sole expense to complete any requirements set by these conditions: 1. The second sheet of building plans, grading plans and/or offsite improvement plans is to list all conditions of approval and to include a copy of the Planning Commission Decision letter. This information shall be incorporated into the plans prior to the first submittal for plan check. 2. Separate permit shall first be obtained from the City Public Works Department prior to placement of any construction materials or equipment in the public way. 3. The required street improvements shall include those portions of roadways contiguous to the subject property and include: a. Reconstruct the existing and construct new driveway approaches to comply with current ADA bypass requirements per SPPWC, Latest edition. No portion of the driveways and/or parkway shall encroach to the frontage of the adjacent property. b. Remove and reconstruct all damaged and/or off -grade curbs, gutters, ADA ramps, driveway approaches and sidewalks. 4. Install necessary improvements (parkway, landscape, sidewalk, curb and gutter, any others as applicable) to match required adjacent sections, and as directed by the City Engineer or his/her designee. 5. The approved building address shall be painted on the curb to the City's standards as required by the Public Works Inspector prior to final inspection. 6. Relocate water meters from the sidewalk as directed by the City Engineer or his/her designee. 7. Rehabilitate existing AC street pavement along the property frontage to the centerline of the street, rehabilitation includes but are not limited to pavement markers, striping, and markings Page 1 oft V2023 as directed by the City Engineer or his/her designee. You may pay an in -lieu fee equal to the estimated cost of street rehabilitation based on the Los Angeles County Land Development Division Bond Calculation Sheets before the issuance of building permits to the satisfaction of the City Engineer or designee. 8. Underground all utility services to the property 9. Sewer improvement plans shall be submitted to the Los Angeles County Sanitation District (LACSD), City of Rosemead and Sewer Maintenance Division (SMD) for approval and required improvements shall be made at the sole cost to the property owner/developer. 10. Perform Traffic study to evaluate and provide measures for safe ingress and egress for proposed interior service road/driveway. 11. Prior to final of the building permit(s), inspection required by Public Works inspector. Reviewed by: City Engineer/Albert Leung DATE: 01/09/24 Page 2 of 2 V2023 y m C) D ■ IP iy .G FYjm m D D m z ^D l I l O r r m O m m O m O cn m 0 O C0 m m 0 D c GEOTECHNICAL AND ENGINEERING GEOLOGY CONSULTATION AND REVIEW PROCESS GUIDE AND APPLICATION City of Rosemead Planning Division 8838 E. Valley Boulevard Rosemead, CA 91770 Phone: 626-569-2140 Fax: 626-307-9218 www.citvofrosemead.org APPLICATION PROCEDURES Under the State of California Alquist-Priolo Act ("A -P Act") and the Seismic Hazards Mapping Act ("SHMA"), certain development projects require engineering geology and/or geotechnical review for the purpose of preventing the construction of buildings used for human occupancy across active faults, identifying seismic hazard zones (including liquefaction, landslides and ground motion), and mitigating seismic hazards to protect public health and safety. The City has implemented a Geotechnical and Engineering Geology Consultation and Review Process for projects that are required to submit these special studies. This process has been created to streamline the overall development review process by helping the applicant and the City identify and resolve critical engineering geology and geotechnical issues during the Planning Division development review process. Please note that development projects that require geotechnical and engineering geology studies will not be approved by the Planning Division until the reports have been reviewed and approved by the City's independent consultants. When such project requires the approval of the Planning Commission, the geotechnical and/or engineering geology reports must be approved prior to the Planning Commission meeting. The following Ordinances and Manuals shall be used to prepare required Geological and Geotechnical Reports in the City of Rosemead: • 2022 California Building Code as Amended by Los Angeles County, including the Grading Chapter, Appendix J and Los Angeles County Amendments to the Building Code expressly adopted by the City of Rosemead (Adopted December 13, 2022) • Los Angeles County Department of Public Works "Manual for Preparation of Geotechnical Reports" (July 1, 2013) • California Geological Survey ("CGS") Special Publication No. 117A The City recommends that project applicants utilize CGS Note 48 checklist for the preparation of Geological and Geotechnical Reports as applicable to the project. Please note that the majority of the geographic area of the City of Rosemead is in seismic zone "D." If there is a finding of liquefaction, site specific analysis and soils response determination may be required. z The following is an overview of the review procedures for Geotechnical and Engineering Geology Reports: • Once it has been determined that a project requires a geotechnical and/or engineering geology report, the applicant must submit two original copies of the report and one electronic copy, preferably in PDF format, to the Planning Division. • The Planning Division will send the reports electronically to the City's independent engineering geology and geotechnical consultants for a cost estimate to cover the first review and one re -review of the report. If additional reviews are required beyond the second review, the applicant will be notified and requested to submit additional fees. • Once the cost estimates are received from the City's engineering geology and geotechnical consultant, the Planning Division will notify the applicants of the cost and collect the fee. • After the fee is collected, the Planning Division will ask the consultants to begin their review of the reports. The consultants will try to complete the first review within 10 working days and re -reviews within 5 working days. • The City's consultants will electronically send their review comments and approval letters to the Planning Division. To complete the process, the Planning Division will forward all review comments and the approval letter immediately to the applicant. • When the report is deemed acceptable, an approval letter will be issued by the independent consultant to the applicant. Upon the issuance of the approval letter, the project is ready to be approved by either the Planning Division or the Planning Commission, provided that all other planning related issues have been addressed. • The City will forward copies (electronic and/or paper) to the State Geologist in compliance with the Alquist Priolo Act and Seismic Hazards Mapping Act as applicable to the project. 3 Geotechnical and/or Engineering Geology Consultation and Review PROCESS FLOW CHART Applicant's soils consultants contact City reviewers for preliminary conference Geotechnical and/or Engineering Geology Report is submitted to the Planning Division Planning Division submits report to independent consultant for a cost estimate for the review Planning Division notifies the applicant of the cost and collects the review fee Planning Division directs the consultants to begin their review The first review comments are issued to the applicant within goal of 10 working days and re -review comments within goal of 5 working days As soon the report is deemed acceptable, an approval letter is issued. The project is now ready to be approved by either the Planning Division or the Planning Commission, provided that all other planning related issues have been addressed.