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CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO—REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION
Public Hearing
From: Margo Wheeler M/CC Meeting Date: 01/09/2012
Prepared by: Lori Farris, (909) 384-5057
Dept: Community Development Ward(s): All
Subject:
An Ordinance of the City of San Bernardino Repealing Chapter 17.07 and Amending Chapter
19.28 of the Municipal Code to Update Plan Review Procedures and Water Conservation
Standards (DCA No. 11-10). (FINAL READING)
Financial Impact:
None.
Motion: Adopt Ordinance.
Synopsis of Previous Council Action:
December 19,2011 - The Mayor and Common Council heard the item, closed the public hearing,
and laid the ordinance over for final adoption.
January 4, 2010 - The Mayor and Common Council unanimously approved Ordinance No. MC-
1320, also known as the "Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance", to comply with AB 1881. The
ordinance was codified as Chapter 17.07 of the Municipal Code.
Background:
Municipal Code Chapter 17.07 was codified through the adoption of MC-1320, the "Water
Efficient Landscape Ordinance", by the Mayor and Common Council on January 4, 2010, to
comply with the Water Conservation in Landscaping Act of 2006 (AB 1881, Laird).
The subject Ordinance is proposed as a Development Code Amendment(DCA 11-10) to relocate
the "Water Wise Landscaping Ordinance" from Chapter 17.07 of the Municipal Code to Section
19.28.110, "Water Conservation Requirements", and to update the landscaping and irrigation
plan review procedures. The proposed amendment names the Community Development Director
as the approval authority for landscape plans and consolidates all of the City's landscaping
requirements in Chapter 19.28.
Planning Commission Recommendation:
On November 16, 2011, the Planning Commission heard the item in a noticed public hearing.
The Planning Commission Staff Report (Attachment 1) contains a detailed explanation of the
changes to the Landscaping Standards and plan review procedures and a redline version of the
proposed ordinance. The Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval of DCA
No. 11-10. Commissioners Durr, Eble, Heasley, Jimenez, Lopez, Machen, Mulvihill and Rawls
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voted in favor of the motion. Commissioner Coute was absent.
California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA)Compliance
DCA No. 11-10 is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to
Section 15061(b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines,which provides the general rule that an action with
no foreseeable physical impact on the environment is exempt.
Attachments:
Attachment 1: Planning Commission Statement of Action and Staff Report dated 11/16/11
Attachment 2: Draft Planning Commission Minutes, 11/16/11
Ordinance
City Attorney Review:
Supporting Documents:
Planning Commission Statement of Action and Staff Report(DCA 11-10) (PDF)
Planning Commission Draft Minutes 11.16.11 (PDF)
Ordinance 1425 (PDF)
Ordinance Exhibit A (PDF)
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STATEMENT OF OFFICIAL PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION
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Number: Development Code Amendment No. 11-10 E
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Description: A proposal to amend Chapter 19.28 "Landscaping Standards" of the 0
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ACTION: RECOMMENDED APPROVAL >
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Meeting Date: November 16, 2011 LO
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The Planning Commission recommended approval of Development Code Amendment No. 11-10 —
to the Mayor and Common Council,based on the Findings of Fact contained in the Staff Report.
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Ayes: Durr, Eble, Heasley,Jimenez, Lopez, Machen, Mulvihill and Rawls °
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I hereby certify that this Statement of Official Action accurately reflects the action of the
Planning Commission of the City of San Bernardino. The matter will be referred to the Mayor
and Common Council for final action on December 19, 2011.
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CASE: Development Code Amendment No. 11-10 E
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HEARING DATE: November 16, 2011 0
WARD: City-wide
APPLICANT: City-Initiated
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A proposal to amend Chapter 19.28 "Landscaping Standards" of the Development Code to v
update plan review procedures and water conservation standards.
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PROJECT DESCRIPTION
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The proposed Development Code Amendment(DCA) would amend Development Code Chapter
19.28 as shown in Attachment A to update the plan review procedures under the authority of the E
Community Development Director. The DCA would also modify Section 19.28.110, "Water a
Conservation Requirements" to incorporate MC-1320, otherwise known as the "Water Efficient
Landscape Ordinance", and remove the ordinance from Chapter 17.07 of the Municipal Code a
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BACKGROUND c
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• January 4, 2010 — The Mayor and Common Council unanimously approved Ordinance o
No. MC-1320, also known as the "Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance", to comply >
with AB 1881. The ordinance was codified as Chapter 17.07 of the Municipal Code. o
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• July 1, 2010 — City Departments were reorganized and the Community Development
Department was formed. As a part of the realigned duties of the department, landscape
plan reviews are under the authority of the Community Development Director.
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CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) L
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The proposed Development Code Amendment exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section
15061(b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines, because the effect of the amendment would not result in a
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Chapter 19.28 of the Development Code currently refers to plan review procedures in effect a
prior to the 2010 reorganization of City Departments, Development Code Amendment No. 11-10 0
will update the language within Section 19.28.030, 19.28.050, and 19.28.090 to reflect the
updated plan review procedures under the proper authority of the Community Development 0
Director. Because the ordinance is development related, staff recommends that the "Water M
Efficient Landscape Ordinance" be moved from Chapter 17.07 of the Municipal Code to Section
19.28.l 10 of the Development Code, "Water Efficient Landscaping Standards". g
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Staff recommends approval of DCA No. 11-10, a proposal to amend Chapter 19.28 a,
"Landscaping Standards" of the Development Code to update plan review procedures and water
conservation standards based on the following findings of fact:
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1. The ro osed am with amendment is consistent the General Plan. r
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The proposed Development Code Amendment would amend language in Chapter 19.28 to
update the procedures for landscaping and irrigation plan review under the authority of the 0
Community Development Department and incorporate the "Water Efficient Landscaping
Ordinance" under the Chapter's water conservation standards. The amendment will be �
consistent with the General Plan's objective to promote the conservation and efficient use a
of water, including the following goals and policies: v
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Goal 13.2: "Manage and protect the quality of the City's surface waters and ground r-
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Policy 13.2.1: "Coordinate and monitor the City's water conservation efforts...and modify d
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2. The proposed amendment world not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, v
convenience or tivelfare of'the City.
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The proposed amendment would provide necessary clarification to Chapter 19.28 while
incorporating regulations for water conservation requirements in compliance with state v
regulations, as previously adopted by the City. Therefore, the proposed amendment, DCA o
No. 11-10 would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience or
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CONCLUSION
Approval of Development Code Amendment No. I1-10 would update plan review procedures
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Staff recommends that the Planning Commission recommend approval of Development Code E
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Amendment No. 11-10 to the Mayor and Common Council, based on the findings of fact o
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LANDSCAPING STANDARDS— 19.28 ATTACHMENT A
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192',0)20 Application........................................................................................................ III-19.28-2
1928.030 General Regulations..................................... .. III-19.28-2
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1928.OKU Maintenance of Landscaping........................................................................... III-19.28-8 0
19.28.090 Removal or Destruction of Trees..................................................................... III-19.28-9
19.28.100 Erosion Control Landscaping
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1. Enhance the aesthetic appearance of development in all areas of the City by providing
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and visual pollution,controlling soil erosion, screening incompatible land uses, preserving the
integrity of neighborhoods, and enhancing pedestrian and vehicular traffic and safety.
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5. Water is an increasingly and costly resource. It is the intent of this chapter to establish a water
conservation plan to reduce water consumption in the landscape environment by using
drought tolerant principals. MC 871 5/2/93 0
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LANDSCAPING STANDARDS— 19.28 ATTACHMENT A
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A concept landscaping plan shall be submitted as part of a permit application, pursuant to Chapter
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The concept plan shall meet the intent of this chapter by exhibiting a generalized design layout which E
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understanding of the landscaping program prior to the preparation of a detailed, comprehensive v
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The comprehensive landscaping plan shall be prepared following approval of the permit application
by the review authority. Submittal of the comprehensive plan shall be concurrent with the grading N
plan(s) and other documents and reports. This section and those that follow provide the regulations
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1. Landscape designs shall be in harmony with the surrounding environment.
2. Landscape design and construction shall emphasize drought-tolerant landscaping
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3. Processing of landscape plans shall conform to the policies and procedures of the Department Q
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4. The planting of trees and shrubs shall comply with the following installation requirements:
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are suitable for the soil and climatic conditions of the site. Sizes of the plant materials as
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LANDSCAPING STANDARDS — 19.28 ATTACHMENT A
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11. All residential subdivisions shall be provided with trees, shrubs, and ground cover of a type
and quality generally consistent or compatible with that characterizing single-family homes in 0
the front yard and that portion of the side yards which are visible from the street. All E
landscaped areas shall be provided with an automatic irrigation system adequate to insure Q
their viability. The landscape and irrigation plans shall be approved by the °aF;Euid -0
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effectively shielded from any adverse impacts of that development or so that the new N
developing use shields itself from existing potential impacts from uses already in operation.
2. Table 28.01 sets forth the type of screening method required between various uses in order to
provide a mechanism to buffer potential negative impacts. To determine the type of screening
required (Type A, B, or C), find the use in the "Developing Use" column which is similar to v
the proposed use to be developed and follow that line across the page to its intersection with o
the type of use(s) that adjoins the property to be developed. For each intersection square that a
contains a letter, the developer is required to install the level of screening indicated.
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LANDSCAPING STANDARDS— 19.28 ATTACHMENT A
3. The three basic types of screens that are required by Table 28.01 "Screening Requirements,"
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composed of a wall, fence, or densely planted vegetation. Compliance of planted U
vegetative screens will be judged on the basis of the average mature height and
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maturity, the portion of intermittent visual obstructions should not contain any >
completely unobstructed openings more than 10 feet wide. Suggested planting o
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1. Setback and parkway areas shall be properly designed and landscaped in order to establish a
high level of development quality while providing for neighborhood identity where
appropriate. The design shall utilize uniform street tree plantings with complementary
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ratio, or 3 feet in height. A minimum of 6 feet of landscaping shall be placed on the
exterior of perimeter walls and fences.
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Department shall wffk approve locations and inspect plant material on site, prior to
planting. Sidewalks, curb and gutter, must be clean of debris prior to marking. A 24 hour 0
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All required landscaping shall be property installed, irrigated, inspected and permanently w
maintained prior to use inauguration or the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, whichever first 0
occurs. The landscaping and irrigation shall be inspected as stated in the procedures and policy for
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2. Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, the landowner shall file a maintenance o
agreement or covenant and easement to enter and maintain, subject to the approval of the
City Attorney. The agreement or covenant and easement to enter and maintain shall ensure =
that if the landowner, or subsequent owners, fails to maintain the required/installed site =
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improvements, the City will be able to file an appropriate lien(s) against the property in a
order to accomplish the required maintenance.
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prior to issuance of a tree removal permit, as determined by the Director of Community v
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specimen tree in the subdivision in addition to any other required landscaping. Such a plan does
not necessarily require a tree for tree replacement provision. Commercial tree farms, City
Government projects, and individual single-family residential lots less than one acre shall be c
exempt from this provision.
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Landscaping for the purpose of erosion control shall be in compliance with the standards outlined in 0 CL
Chapter 15 of the Municipal Code.
19.28.110 WATER CONSERAIATION REQUIREMENTS--WATER
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new landscapes shall apply to the following new construction and rehabilitation
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permits.
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a landscgpe area equal to or greater than 2,500 square feet in the aggregate;
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requirements of Sections 19.28.110(12)and 19.28.110(13). N
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in landscape area shall be subject to the Water Efficient Landscape U
worksheet requirement and the irrigation analysis and maintenance c
requirements of Section 19.28.110(9) and Section 19.28.110(10). _
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Landscape Areas (SLA's), such as edible landscapes, landscapes irrigated E
with recycled water, and active parks or sport field landscaping shall be
subject to the provisions of this Ordinance, except that the Maximum
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Applies Water Allowance (MAWA) shall be adjusted to provide for
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landscapes:
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For the efficient use of water, landscapes shall be carefully designed and planned to thrive
in local soil and climatic conditions and to suit the intended function of the project. The
following design guidelines shall also be considered in landscape planning: v
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small laws. Where turf is used, it should not be planted on slopes greater r-
than 4:1, and wann season varieties and preferred. 2
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features and hardscapes (pervious and impervious) shall be delineated with U)
applicable notes regarding installation and design.
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identified to demonstrate consistency with the corresponding Water Quality a
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spray low head drainage and other conditions of water waste. Soil types and •N
infiltration rates shall be considered when designing irrigation systems, and 0
irrigation plans shall be designed to meet specific water needs of each hydrozones, E
to maximize the efficiency of the irrigation systems. °
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with landscape areas greater than 5,000 square feet, subject to concurrence of the
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moisture sensor data to adjust the frequency and/or duration of irrigation in
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The irrigation systems shall be designed and installed to conform to the
project water budget (MAWA) based on planting plans for the project °
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non-permeable surface. Allowable irrigation within such setback areas may
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may be planted or unplanted. The surfacing of the setback any be mulch,
gravel or other porous material. These restrictions may be modified if-
a. the landscape area is adjacent to permeable surfacing and no runoff
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drain entirely to landscaping;or
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precipitation rate exceeding 0.75 inches per hour. This restriction may be
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demonstrates than no excess runoff or erosion will occur. This
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it shall be consistent with the planting plan and shall conform to all requirements of
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F. A Water Management Plan shall be prepared to accompany the irrigation plan, in
accordance with the requirements of this Ordinance. The Water Management Plan r
shall describe the irrigation system in detail, identify_parties responsible for 6
maintenance of the irrigation system,and set a plan and schedule for management of .�
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installation, to ensure the selection of plant materials that are suitable for the site.
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capacity,
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prevent runoff, avoid disruption and natural drainage patterns and to support on-site a
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and the Reference Evapotranspiration (ETo) Table for the City of San Bernardino
are available in the Community Development Department to guide preparation of
required elements of the Water Efficient Landscape Worksheet, including: °
(1) Hydrozone information table; ¢
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shall be made available for review by the water purveyor. Sites found to be out of
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(2) Overhead irrigation shall be scheduled between 8:00 p.m. and 10:00 a.m.
unless weather conditions prevent it. If allowable hours of irrigation differ
from the local water purveyor, the stricter of the two shall apply. Operation v
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paid to irrigation run times emission device flow rate,and current reference
evapotranspiration so that applied water meets the Estimated Total Water
Use Total annual applied water shall be less than or equal to Maximum
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maintenance schedule shall be submitted with the Certificate of Completion. _CO
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weeding in all landscape areas and removing any obstruction to emission devises.
Operation of the irrigation system outside the normal watering window is allowed
for auditing and system maintenance.
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one acre in size the City or the water purveyor may require irrigation water use N
analyses irrigation surveys and irrigation audits to evaluate water use and provide
recommendations as necessary to reduce landscape water use to a level that does
not exceed the Maximum Applied Water Allowance for existing landscapes shall 0
be calculated as: MAWA = (0.8) (ETo)(LA)(0.62). All landscape irrigation audits a
shall be conducted by a certified landscape irrigation auditor.
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A. Water waste resulting from inefficient landscape irrigation is prohibited. Runoff z
of irrigation water into the public right-of-way, caused by low head drainage, _
broken sprinkler heads oversprav or other similar conditions shall be prohibited. E
Overspray or runoff onto adjacent property, non-irrigated areas walks, roadways,
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controller schedule irrigation events using either evapotranspiration (weather-
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trade organization or other program such as the US Environmental Protection °
Agencv's WaterSense irrigation auditor certification program and Irrigation
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homes which are not owner-occupied dwelling.
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water needs. A h drozone may be irrigated or non-irri ated. _
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California that spread outside cultivated areas and can damage environmental or
economic resources Invasive species may be regulated by county agriculture Cl)
agencies as noxious species "Noxious weeds" means any weed designated by the e
Weed Control Regulations in the Weed Control Act and identified on a Regional
District noxious weed control list Lists of invasive plants are maintained at the E
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system conducted by a Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor. An irrigation audit
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distribution uniformity or emission uniformity, reporting overspray or runoff that
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Adjustment Factor, and the size of the landscaped area. The Estimated Total
Water Use shall not exceed the Maximum Applied Water Allowance. Special
Landscape Areas including recreation areas areas permanently and solely
dedicated to edible plants such as orchards and vegetable gardens, and areas
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use plants is 0.7 to I.0. Plant factors cited in this ordinance are derived from the
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treated or recycled waste water of a quality suitable for non-potable uses such as
landscape irrigation and water features. This water is not intended for human
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environmental parameters which affect the water use of plants. ETo is expressed
in inches per day, month or year as represented in the sample materials referenced z
in Section 19.28.110(6)(B), and is an estimate of the evapotranspiration of a large =
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water that is applied at too great a rate (application rate exceeds infiltration rate)
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water and areas dedicated to active play such as parks sports fields, golf courses, Q
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NNN. "Turf' means a ground cover surface of mowed grass. Annual bluegrass,
Kentucky bluegrass Perennial ryegrass Red fescue and Tall fescue are cool_
season grasses Bermudagrass Kikuyugrass Seashore Paspalum, St. z
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Chapter 17.07
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17.07.010 Purpose and Intent.
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17.07.030 Landscape Design Standards and Planning Guidelines.
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17.07.050 Landscape Soil Management and Landscape Grading o
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17.07.060 Landscape Plan Submittal Requirements.
17.07.070 Compliance Documentation. E
17.07.080 Irrigation Scheduling. 2
17.07.090 Landscape and Irrigation Maintenance Schedule. >
17.07.100 Irrigation Audit, Irrigation Survey, and Irrigation Water
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17.07.120 Provisions for Existing Landscapes.
17.07.130 Water Waste Prevention. °
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efficient landscape irrigation.
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landscape area equal to or greater than 2,500 square feet;
2. Developer-installed single-family and multi-family residential projects o
with a landscape area equal to or greater than 2,500 square feet in
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Landscape Areas are exempt from some provisions of this Chapter, as
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1 acre in area are subject only to water waste prevention and a
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1. Registered local, state or federal historical sites;
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planned to thrive in local soil and climatic conditions and to suit the intended
function of the project. The following design guidelines shall also be considered in o
landscape planning:
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EAWU (estimated annual applied water use) does not o
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water features.
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water features, except pools and spas.
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impervious) shall be delineated with applicable notes
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of each hydrozone, to maximize the efficiency of the irrigation system. E
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project sites with landscape areas greater than 5,000 square feet, subject =
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irrigation systems subject to this Ordinance: E
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irrigation in response to changing weather conditions;
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from any non-permeable surface. Allowable irrigation within such a
setback areas may include drip,drip line or other low flow,non-spray o
technology. The setback may be planted or unplanted. The L
surfacing of the setback may be mulch, gravel, or other porous C
material. These restrictions may be modified if:
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technology as part of the Landscape Documentation E
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requirements of this Ordinance. N
3. Slopes greater than 25% shall not be irrigated with an irrigation
system with a precipitation rate exceeding 0.75 inches per hour. to
This restriction may be modified if the irrigation designer specifies an E
alternative design or technology as part of the Landscape
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plan, but it shall be consistent with the planting plan and shall conform to all E
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plan, in accordance with the requirements of this Ordinance. The Water
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parties responsible for maintenance of the irrigation system, and set a plan z°
and schedule for management of the system. _
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recycled water are encouraged, and may be required to be installed on new CD
construction sites, at the discretion of the water purveyor, and subject to a
availability.
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site. The soil analysis shall be incorporated in a soil management plan, Ln
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compaction, erosion and water waste. Landscape grading shall be
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calculations and the Reference Evapotranspiration(ETo)Table for the City
of San Bernardino are available in the Development Services Department N
to guide preparation of required elements of the Water Efficient Landscape
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17.07.070 Compliance Documentation.
A. Certificate of Completion. Prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy co
or final inspection for a new construction project or a landscape c
rehabilitation project, a Certificate of Completion shall be submitted to the N
City, signed by a licensed landscape architect to certify that: •A
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approved planting and irrigation plans;
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Completion shall be made available for review by the water purveyor. Sites
found to be out of compliance with the provisions of this Ordinance may be
subject to landscape water audits and compliance enforcement by the water •o
purveyor.
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2. Overhead irrigation shall be scheduled between 8:00 p.m.and 10:00 0
a.m. unless weather conditions prevent it. If allowable hours of
irrigation differ from the local water purveyor, the stricter of the two
shall apply. Operation of the irrigation system outside the normal
watering window is allowed for auditing and system maintenance. °
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3. For implementation of the irrigation schedule, particular attention a
must be paid to irrigation run times, emission device, flow rate, and w
current reference evapotranspiration, so that applied water meets
the Estimated Total Water Use. Total annual applied water shall be U)
less than or equal to Maximum Applied Water Allowance (MAWA).
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controllers using current reference evapotranspiration data (e.g., °-
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17.07.090 Landscape and Irrigation Maintenance Schedule.
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inspection; adjustment and repair of the irrigation system and its E
components; aerating and dethatching turf areas; replenishing mulch; o
fertilizing; pruning, weeding in all landscape areas, and removing any
obstruction to emission devices. Operation of the irrigation system outside c
the normal watering window is allowed for auditing and system E
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environmentally-friendly practices for overall landscape maintenance.
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17.07.100 Irrigation Audit, Irrigation Survey, and Irrigation Water Use
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A. All landscape irrigation audits shall be conducted by a certified landscape
irrigation auditor.
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construction and rehabilitated landscape projects as
installed after January 1, 2010:
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Certificate of Completion to the City that may include, but is not
limited to: inspection, system tune-up, system test with distribution
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and preparation of an irrigation schedule;
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water use analysis, irrigation audit, or irrigation survey for N
compliance with the Maximum Applied Water Allowance (MAWA).
C. For existing landscapes that were installed before January 1, 2010 and are
over one acre in size, the City or the water purveyor may require irrigation
water use analyses,irrigation surveys,and irrigation audits to evaluate water
use and provide recommendations as necessary to reduce landscape water o
use to a level that does not exceed the Maximum Applied Water Allowance o
for existing landscapes. The Maximum Applied Water Allowance for existing
landscapes shall be calculated as: MAWA = (0.8) (ETo)(LA)(0.62). All
landscape irrigation audits shall be conducted by a certified landscape
irrigation auditor.
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A. For the purpose of determining Maximum Applied Water Allowance,average a
irrigation efficiency is assumed to be 0.71. Irrigation systems shall be o
designed, maintained, and managed to meet or exceed an average
landscape irrigation efficiency of 0.71. E
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Runoff of irrigation water into the public right-of-way, caused by low head a
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be prohibited. Overspray or runoff onto adjacent property, non-irrigated E
areas, walks, roadways, parking lots, or structures shall be prohibited.
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(a) "Applied water"means the portion of water supplied by the irrigation system
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(b) "Automatic irrigation controller" means an automatic timing device used to
remotely control valves that operate an irrigation system. Automatic o
irrigation controller schedule irrigation events using either evapotranspiration
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systems by an accredited academic institution, a professional trade
organization, or other program such as the US Environmental Protection N
Agency's WaterSense irrigation designer certification program and Irrigation
Association's Certified Irrigation Designer program.
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(f) "Certified landscape irrigation auditor" means a person certified to perform a
landscape irrigation audits by an accredited academic institution, a o
professional trade organization or other program such as the US
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certification program and Irrigation Association's Certified Landscape
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to prevent drainage from sprinkler heads when the sprinkler is off. E
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acre per year to gallons per square per square foot per year. E
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emission devices with a flow rate measured in gallons per hour. Low
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volume irrigation systems are specifically designed to apply small volumes
of water slowly at or near the root zone of plants.
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(k) "Ecological restoration project" means a project where the site is Z
intentionally altered to establish a defined, indigenous, historic ecosystem.
(I) "Effective precipitation"or"usable rainfall" (Eppt)means the portion of total a)
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from the system to the soil.
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have developed significant root growth into the soil. Typically, most plants
are established after one or two years of growth. o
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plant in the landscape or the first two years if irrigation will be terminated
after establishment. Typically, most plants are established are established o
after one or two years of growth.
(p) "Estimated Total Water Use" (ETWU) means the total water used for the
landscape as described in Section 17.07.060(B).
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factor portion of this calculation. For purposes of the ETAF, the average 2
irrigation efficiency is 0.71. Therefore, the ET Adjustment Factor is a
(0.7)=(0.5/0.71). ETAF for a Special Landscape Area shall not exceed 1.0 0
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adjacent soil and other surfaces and transpired by plants during a specified u)
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emission devices, measured in gallons per minute, gallons per hour, or E
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by a private individual for a single family residence or installed by a licensed a
contractor hired by a homeowner. A homeowner, for purposes of this E
ordinance, is a person who occupies the dwelling he or she owns. This
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(v) "Hydrozone" means a portion of the landscaped area having plants with
similar water needs. A hydrozone may be irrigated or non-irrigated.
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(w) "infiltration rate" means the rate of water entry into the soil expressed as a
depth of water per unit of time (e.g., inches per hour).
(x) Invasive plant species means species of plants not historically found in
California that spread outside cultivated areas and can damage a
environmental or economic resources. Invasive species may be regulated
by county agricultural agencies as noxious species. "Noxious weeds" o
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Control Act and identified on a Regional District noxious weed control list.
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irrigation audit includes, but is not limited to: inspection, system tune-up,
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overspray or runoff that causes overland flow, and preparation of an
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(z) "Irrigation efficiency" (IE) means the measurement of the amount of water
beneficially used divided by the amount of water applied. Irrigation o
efficiency is derived from measurements and estimates of irrigation system
characteristics and management practices. The minimum average irrigation
efficiency for purposes of this ordinance is 0.71. Greater irrigation efficiency a
can be expected from well designed and maintained systems. Cn
(aa) "Irrigation survey" means an evaluation of an irrigation system that is less o
detailed than an irrigation audit. An irrigation survey includes, but is not r
limited to:inspection,system test,and written recommendations to improve a
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on meter readings and billing data.
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landscape architecture in the state of California Business and Professions N
Code, Section 5615. E
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(dd) "Landscape area" means all the planting areas, turf areas, and water 0
features in a landscape design plan subject to the Maximum Applied Water =
Allowance calculation. The landscape area does not include footprints of
buildings or structures, sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, decks, patios, a
gravel or stone walks,other pervious or non-pervious hardscapes,and other ;
non-irrigated areas designated for non-development(e.g.,open spaces and
existing native vegetation). E
(ee) "Landscape contractor" means a person licensed by the state of California a
to construct, maintain, repair, install, or subcontract the development of
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in "landscape area" for the purposes of this ordinance, meeting C
requirements under Section 17.07.020. E
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emitters or sprinklers from the valve.
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county, that is responsible for adopting and implementing the ordinance. 0
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including but not limited to, approval of a permit and plan check or design
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(jj) "Local water purveyor" means any entity, including a public agency, city,
county, or private water company that provides retail water service.
(kk) "Low volume irrigation" means the application of irrigation water at low
pressure through a system of tubing or lateral lines and low-volume emitters o
such as drip, drip lines, and bubblers. Low volume irrigation systems are o
specifically designed to apply small volumes of water slowly at or near the a
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source to the valve or outlet.
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annual applied water for the established landscaped area as specified in a
Section 17.07.060(8). It is based upon the area's reference c
evapotranspiration, the ET Adjustment Factor, and the size of the =
landscaped area. The Estimated Total Water Use shall not exceed the d
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recreation areas, areas permanently and solely dedicated to edible plants N
such as orchards and vegetable gardens, and areas irrigated with recycled c
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a reclamation plan approved in accordance with the Surface Mining and a
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or inorganic mineral materials such as rocks, gravel, and decomposed
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of reducing evaporation, suppressing weeds, moderating soil temperature,
and preventing soil erosion.
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building with a landscape or other new landscape, such as a park, d
playground, or greenbelt without an associated building.
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system are designed by the manufacturer to operate.
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through the air (e.g., spray heads and rotors). E
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through the material and into the underlying soil.
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(ww) "Plant factor"or"plant water use factor"is a factor, when multiplied by ETo,
estimates the amount of water needed by plants. For purposes of this
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ordinance, the plant factor range for low water use plants is 0 to 0.3, the
plant factor range for moderate water use plants is 0.4 to 0.6, and the plant �
factor range for high water use plants is 0.7 to 1.0. Plant factors cited in this m
ordinance are derived from the Department of Water Resources 2000 Cn
publication "Water Use Classification of Landscape Species". C
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(xx) "Precipitation rate" means the rate of application of water measured in
inches per hour. a
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Documentation Package required under Section 17.07.060, to request a E
permit, plan check,or design review from the City. A project applicant may CD
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automatically suspends an irrigation event when it rains. 2
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show significant changes in the work made during construction and which =
are usually based on drawings marked up in the field and other data
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(bbb) "Recreational area" means areas dedicated to active play such as parks,
sports fields, and golf courses where turf provides a playing surface. E
(ccc) "Recycled water", "reclaimed water', or "treated sewage effluent water" a
means treated or recycled waste water of a quality suitable for non-potable
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uses such as landscape irrigation and water features. This water is not
intended for human consumption.
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(ddd) "Reference evapotranspiration" or"ETo" means a standard measurement ?
of environmental parameters which affect the water use of plants. ETo is 0)
expressed in inches per day, month, or year as represented in the sample -a
materials referenced in Section 17.07.060(8), and is an estimate of the
evapotranspiration of a large field of four- to seven-inch tall, cool-season E
grass that is well watered. Reference evapotranspiration is used as the
basis of determining the Maximum Applied Water Allowance so that regional 0
differences in climate can be accommodated. r
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(eee) "Rehabilitated landscape means any re-landscaping project that requires o
a permit, plan check, or design review, meets the requirements of Section
17.07.020, and the modified landscape area is equal to or greater than o
2,500 square feet, is 50%of the total landscape area,and the modifications
are completed within one year, CN
(fff) "Runoff' means water which is not absorbed by the soil or landscape to c
which it is applied and flows from the landscape area. For example, runoff
may result from water that is applied at too great a rate (application rate
exceeds infiltration rate) or when there is a slope.
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measures the amount of water in the soil. The device may also suspend or C
initiate an irrigation event.
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solely to edible plants, areas irrigated with recycled water, water features a
using recycled water and areas dedicated to active play such as parks, o
sports fields, golf courses, and where turf provides a playing surface.
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pressure when water is not flowing. N
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free connection between the emission device and lateral pipeline to allow
movement in any direction and to prevent equipment damage. a
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Kentucky bluegrass, Perennial ryegrass, Red fescue, and Tali fescue are
cool-season grasses. Bermudagrass, Kikuyugrass, Seashore Paspalum, a
St. Augustinegrass, Zoysiagrass, and Buffalo grass are warm-season
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system.
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a low plant factor. E
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aesthetic or recreational function. Water features include ponds, lakes, 0
waterfalls, fountains, artificial streams, spas, and swimming pools (where
water is artificially supplied). The surface area of water features is included
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Andrew Mac�hen COMMUNITYDEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
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James Eble Phone: (909)384-505715071 • Fax:(909)384-5080
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Vice-Chair Heasley called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Commissioner Mulvihill led the flag salute.
Present: Commissioners Durr, Eble, Heasley, Jimenez, Lopez, Machen, Mulvihill and Rawls.
Excused: Coute. Staff present: M. Margo Wheeler, Community Development Director; Henry
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Empeno, Jr., Senior Deputy City Attorney; Terri Rahhal, City Planner; Mario Suarez, Contract
Principal Planner; Aron Liang, Senior Planner; Lori Farris, Assistant Planner and Casey Dailey,
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Terri Rahhal, City Planner, recommended the meeting minutes of October 26, 2011 for r
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Commissioner Jimenez made a motion to approve the minutes. Commissioner Eble seconded
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The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Durr, Eble, Heasley, Jimenez, Lopez, Machen, N
Mulvihill and Rawls.Nays: None. Abstain: None. Absent: Coute.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS
2. GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 09-02 & CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
NO. 09-09—A request to change the land use designation of approximately 1 acre from o
RS, Residential Suburban to CG-1, Commercial General and a proposal to establish a =
neighborhood grocery store at 1111 West 9th Street. in
Environmental Recommendation: Exempt from CEQA, Section 15301 —Existing E
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Owner: Saysol Properties
Applicant: Tulsi Savani
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C. Kofi Allen, 17906 Corrine Way,Riverside, CA,Project Representative, said no
alcohol would be sold at this location.
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Commissioner Lopez asked if alcohol was sold at any of the applicant's other businesses.
C. Kofi Allen said yes.
Commissioner Lopez asked why the applicant withdrew the Type 20 ABC application from _
the present project. °
Tulsi Savani, 2606 Blaze Trail,Diamond Bar, CA, Project Applicant, said he withdrew 6
the Type 20 ABC application because the location of the project was in a residential z
neighborhood. Mr. Savani said that after the business is operating he may re-apply for a Type
20 ABC license later.
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Commission Jimenez asked staff and the applicant about the stores operated by the applicant
in other cities.
Commissioner Jimenez made a motion to recommend approval of General Plan Amendment
No. 09-02 and Conditional Use Permit No. 09-09 based on the Findings of Fact contained in the
staff report and subject to the Conditions of Approval (Attachment C). Commissioner Mulvihill
seconded the motion. _
The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Durr, Eble, Heasley, Jimenez, Lopez, Machen, o
Mulvihill and Rawls. Nays: None. Abstain: None. Absent: Coute. c
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3. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT MODIFICATION NO. 11-02 (CUP 06-33) — A E
proposal to modify the site plan previously approved under CUP No. 06-33 to provide a
9,000 sq. ft. retail pad and 1,500 sq. ft. restaurant in an existing retail shopping center a.
located at 1184 West 2„d Street in the CG-2, Commercial General land use district.
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Aron Liang gave a detailed description of the project.
Commissioner Mulvihill asked if any erosion control measures would be required at the project
site.
Aron Liang said the civil plans would address erosion control and water quality measures for the
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there is a retaining wall around site that will be built around the rear of the project site. Mr. E
Losada explained that all rainwater is collected on-site and stored below grade for re-use and
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Ms. Wheeler announced that the Planning Commission approval was a final action in the v
absence of an appeal filed within fifteen days.
4. DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT NO. 11-10 — A proposal to amend Chapter to
19.28 "Landscaping Standards" of the Development Code to update plan review
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Vice-Chair Heasley and the other commissioners and staff expressed condolences to Chair
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Coute's family for the loss of his mother.
DIRECTOR'S REPORT
M. Margo Wheeler announced a Planning Webinar session scheduled for December 7, 2011
from 12 p.m.-3 p.m. and invited all of the Planning Commissioners to attend.
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carried, to adjourn the Planning Commission meeting at 7:20 p.m. The next regular meeting was
scheduled for Wednesday, December 14, 2011 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, First N
Floor, 300 North"D" Street, San Bernardino, California.
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2 AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
3 SAN BERNARDINO REPEALING CHAPTER 17.07 AND AMENDING CHAPTER 19.28 OF
THE MUNICIPAL CODE TO UPDATE PLAN REVIEW PROCEDURES AND WATER
4 CONSERVATION STANDARDS.
5 The Mayor and Common Council of the City of San Bernardino do ordain as follows:
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16 Ordinance No. MC-1320 as an ordinance adding the Water Efficient Landscaping Ordinance to Chapter
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19 conducted a noticed public hearing to receive and consider public testimony and a staff report V*
20 recommending the proposed amendments to the Municipal Code,and recommended that the Mayor and
21 Common Council adopt the amendments as proposed; and
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23 Bernardino conducted a noticed public hearing to receive and consider public testimony and a staff E
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I SECTION 2. This Ordinance is based upon the recitals and findings set forth above, as
2 supported by the accompanying Staff Report and attachments, including Exhibit A, which is attached
3 hereto and incorporated herein, and this Ordinance is hereby adopted pursuant to the authority granted to
4 the Mayor and Common Council of the City of San Bernardino in Article t 1, Section 7 of the California
5 Constitution, California Government Code Section 65595, and Sections 30 and 40(z) of the Charter of
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2 THE MUNICIPAL CODE TO UPDATE PLAN REVIEW PROCEDURES AND WATER
3 CONSERVATION STANDARDS.
4 I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing Ordinance was duly adopted by the Mayor and Council
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19.28.010 Purpose............................................................................................................. III-19.28-1
19.28.020 Application....................................................................................................... III-19.28-2
19.28.030 General Regulations......................................................................................... III-19.28-2
19.28.040 Screening Requirements.................................................................................. III-19.28-4
19.28.050 Setback and Parkway Treatment Standards.................................................... III-19.28-7
19.28.060 Corner Treatment Standards............................................................................ III-19.28-8
19.28.070 Installation of Landscaping.............................................................................. III-19.28-8 6
19.28.080 Maintenance of Landscaping........................................................................... III-19.28-8
19.28.090 Removal or Destruction of Trees.................................................................... III-19.28-9 0
19.28.100 Erosion Control Landscaping.......................................................................... III-19.28-9
19.28.110 Water Efficient Landscaping Standards ......................................................... III-19.28-9
19.28.120 Applicable Requirements................................................................................ III-19.28-11
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integrity of neighborhoods, and enhancing pedestrian and vehicular traffic and safety.
5. Water is an increasingly and costly resource. It is the intent of this chapter to establish a water
conservation plan to reduce water consumption in the landscape environment by using
drought tolerant principals. MC 8715/2/93
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19.28.020 APPLICATION
A concept landscaping plan shall be submitted as part of a permit application, pursuant to Chapter
19.32 (Applications and Fees).
The concept plan shall meet the intent of this chapter by exhibiting a generalized design layout which
adequately demonstrates the desired landscaping program in terms of location, size/scale, function,
theme and similar attributes. The concept plan shall provide the review authority with a clear
understanding of the landscaping program prior to the preparation of a detailed, comprehensive
landscaping plan.
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2. Landscape design and construction shall emphasize drought-tolerant landscaping
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A. Landscape areas shall have plant material selected and planting methods used which
are suitable for the soil and climatic conditions of the site. Sizes of the plant materials
shall conform to the following mix:
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9. When inorganic groundcover is used, it shall be in combination with live plants and shall be
limited to an accent feature.
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10. All landscaping shall have an approved automatic irrigation system.
11. All residential subdivisions shall be provided with trees, shrubs, and ground cover of a type
and quality generally consistent or compatible with that characterizing single-family homes in
the front yard and that portion of the side yards which are visible from the street. All
landscaped areas shall be provided with an automatic irrigation system adequate to insure
their viability. The landscape and irrigation plans shall be approved by the Community
Development Department.
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provide a mechanism to buffer potential negative impacts. To determine the type of screening
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A screen that is opaque from the ground to a height of at least six feet, with
intermittent visual obstructions from the opaque portion to a height of at least 20
feet. An opaque screen is intended to exclude all visual contact between uses and to
create a strong impression of spacial separation. The opaque screen may be
composed of a wall, fence, or densely planted vegetation. Compliance of planted
vegetative screens will be judged on the basis of the average mature height and o
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by the Director and Commission in their enforcement of the standards.
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relationships between them, it is neither possible nor prudent to establish inflexible
screening requirements. Therefore,minor deviations may be granted to allow less intensive
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ratio, or 3 feet in height. A minimum of 6 feet of landscaping shall be placed on the
exterior of perimeter walls and fences.
4. Incorporate walls and fences into the landscape design, including the special treatment of
meandering walls, and wall breaks or openings where the design shall complement the
interior landscaping of the adjacent development.
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5. Street tree varieties and exact location shall be determined by the Director of Community
Development. The Community Development Department shall approve locations and
inspect plant material on site,prior to planting. Sidewalks,curb and gutter,must be clean of
debris prior to marking. A 24 hour notice is required for inspection. The size of the street
trees shall be 24 inch box specimens. The 24 inch box trees shall be planted as street trees
within the public parkway or City property.
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with wall breaks or openings, and special "city entry" image treatment wherever
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1. Maintenance of approved landscaping shall consist of regular watering, mowing, pruning, p`
fertilizing, clearing of debris and weeds, the removal and replacement of dead plants, and
the repair and replacement of irrigation systems and integrated architectural features.
2. Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, the landowner shall file a maintenance a
agreement or covenant and easement to enter and maintain, subject to the approval of the
City Attorney. The agreement or covenant and easement to enter and maintain shall ensure
that if the landowner, or subsequent owners, fails to maintain the required/installed site
improvements, the City will be able to file an appropriate lien(s) against the property in
order to accomplish the required maintenance.
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19.28.090 REMOVAL OR DESTRUCTION OF TREES
Removal of healthy, shade providing, aesthetically valuable trees shall be discouraged. In the event
that more than 5 trees are to be cut down, uprooted, destroyed or removed within a 36 month
period, a permit shall first be issued by the Department.
An arborist survey and report may be required at the developer's expense,to evaluate existing trees
prior to issuance of a tree removal permit, as determined by the Director of Community
Development. Unless there is a pre-approved tree replacement plan, each tree that is removed in a
new subdivision and is determined to be of significant value by the Community Development
Director shall be replaced with a 36 inch box specimen tree in the subdivision in addition to any
other required landscaping. Such a plan does not necessarily require a tree for tree replacement Z
provision. Commercial tree farms, City Government projects, and individual single-family ..
residential lots less than one acre shall be exempt from this provision.
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(1) Promote the aesthetic and recreational values of landscapes, while a
recognizing the need to invest water resources as efficiently as possible;
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water efficient landscapes in new construction and rehabilitated projects;
(3) Establish provisions for water management practices and water waste o
prevention in the irrigation of existing landscapes;
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(4) Implement water quality management practices that minimize storm water
and irrigation runoff, to achieve on-site infiltration and groundwater Q
recharge;
(5) Promote and encourage the use of low water use plants in landscapes;
(6) Minimize the use of cool season turf;
(7) Promote conservation of potable water by encouraging the use of recycled
water and water-conserving technology in landscape irrigation;
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(8) Promote public education about water conservation and water efficient
landscape irrigation.
B. The intent of this Chapter is to implement water efficient landscape regulations at
least as effective as the state model ordinance adopted pursuant to California
Government Code Section 65595.
2. APPLICABILITY
After January 1,2010,the provisions of this Chapter shall apply as follows:
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A. All provisions of this Chapter for planning, design, installation and management of
new landscapes shall apply to the following new construction and rehabilitation o
landscape projects normally subject to building or landscaping plan review and z
permits.
(1) Public agency projects and private development projects with a landscape
area equal to or greater than 2,500 square feet; Q
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(2) Developer-installed single-family and multi-family residential projects with
a landscape area equal to or greater than 2,500 square feet in the aggregate;
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family residential projects with a total project landscape area equal to or
greater than 5,000 square feet.
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Landscape Areas are exempt from some provisions of this Chapter as follows: Q
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area are subject only to water waste prevention and efficient irrigation w
requirements of Sections 19.28.110(12)and 19.28.110(13).
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worksheet requirement and the irrigation analysis and maintenance
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(3) New development or rehabilitation of landscapes including Special Q
Landscape Areas (SLA's), such as edible landscapes, landscapes irrigated
with recycled water, and active parks or sport field landscaping shall be
subject to the provisions of this Ordinance, except that the Maximum
Applies Water Allowance (MAWA) shall be adjusted to provide for
adequate irrigation of SLA's.
C. Exemptions. The provisions of this Chapter shall not apply to the following exempt
landscapes:
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(1) Registered local, state or federal historical sites;
(2) Ecological restoration projects that do not require permanent irrigation
systems;
(3) Mined land restoration projects that do not require permanent irrigation
systems;
(4) Botanical gardens and arboretums open to the public.
3. LANDSCAPE DESIGN STANDARDS AND PLANNING GUIDELINES o
For the efficient use of water, landscapes shall be carefully designed and planned to thrive o
in local soil and climatic conditions and to suit the intended function of the project. The Z
following design guidelines shall also be considered in landscape planning:
A. Plant Selection:
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(1) Native plants and drought-tolerant species are encouraged to promote low-
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(estimated annual applied water use) does not exceed the MAWA o
(maximum annual applied water allowance).
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(3) Plants with similar water use requirements shall be grouped together in N
"hydrozones"whenever possible.
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(4) Turf areas should be minimal, limited mainly to active recreation areas and
small laws. Where turf is used, it should not be planted on slopes greater x
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(8) Plant placement shall be planned to create shade in summer and permit solar
gain in winter.
(9) Plant size and root characteristics at maturity should be considered in plant
selection and placement,to avoid damage to property or infrastructure.
B. Water Features:
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(1) Recirculating water systems shall be used for all decorative water features.
(2) If available, recycled water should be used in decorative water features,
except pools and spas.
(3) The surface area of a water feature shall be included in MAWA calculation
with an evaporation rate of equivalent to that high water use plant.
(4) Pool and spa covers are highly recommended.
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(1) Each hydrozone shall be identified as a "low", "moderate", "high", or c
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areas, areas dedicated to edible landscapes, and area to be irrigated with
recycled water shall be delineated. Q
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features and hardscapes (pervious and impervious) shall be delineated with
applicable notes regarding installation and design. a
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identified to demonstrate consistency with the corresponding Water Quality o
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spray, low head drainage and other conditions of water waste. Soil types and w
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irrigation plans shall be designed to meet specific water needs of each hydrozones,
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B. Dedicated (separate) landscape water meters shall be installed at new projects sites
with landscape areas greater than 5,000 square feet, subject to concurrence of the E
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C. The following equipment shall be required to control water waste in new irrigation
systems subject to this Ordinance.
(1) Automatic irrigation controllers that utilize evapotranspiration or soil
moisture sensor data to adjust the frequency and/or duration of irrigation in
response to changing weather conditions;
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(3) Anti-drain check valves to prevent low-head drainage in sprinkle heads;
„* (4) Pressure regulators as needed when the static water pressure exceeds the
maximum recommended operating pressure; and
(5) Manual shut-off valves located as close as possible to the point of
connection to the water supply, to minimize water loss in case of an
emergency or a routine repair.
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(1) The irrigation systems shall be designed and installed to conform to the
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(2) Overhead irrigation shall not be permitted within a 24-inch setback from any E
non-permeable surface. Allowable irrigation within such setback areas may
include drip, drip line, or other low flow,non-spray technology. The setback a
may be planted or unplanted. The surfacing of the setback any be mulch,
gravel,or other porous material. These restrictions may be modified if:
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as part of the Landscape Documentation Package, and clearly
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(3) Slopes greater than 25% shall not be irrigated with an irrigation system with
a precipitation rate exceeding 0.75 inches per hour. This restriction may be
modified if the irrigation designer specifies an alternative design or o
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demonstrates than no excess runoff or erosion will occur. This
demonstration shall be confirmed by an irrigation audit. E
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E. The irrigation plan shall be prepared separate from the landscape planting plan, but a
it shall be consistent with the planting plan and shall conform to all requirements of
this Ordinance.
F. A Water Management Plan shall be prepared to accompany the irrigation plan, in
accordance with the requirements of this Ordinance. The Water Management Plan
shall describe the irrigation system in detail, identify parties responsible for
maintenance of the irrigation system,and set a plan and schedule for management of
the system.
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G. Recycle Water. Dual water distribution systems allowing irrigation with recycled
water are encouraged, and may be required to be installed on new construction sites,
at the discretion of the water purveyor, and subject to availability.
2. LANDSCAPE SOIL MANAGEMENT AND LANDSCAPE GRADING
REQUIREMENTS
A. Soil testing shall be performed after mass grading and prior to landscape
installation, to ensure the selection of plant materials that are suitable for the site.
The soil analysis shall be incorporated in a soil management plan, including the
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(2) An approximate soil infiltration rate,or a range of infiltration rates;
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(4) Soil management and amendment recommendations.
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compaction, erosion, and water waste. Landscape grading shall be designed to 0
prevent runoff, avoid disruption and natural drainage patterns and to support on-site
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3. LANDSCAPE PLAN SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
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A Landscape Documentation Package prepared by a licensed landscape architect shall be
required for any new construction of landscape or landscape rehabilitation that is normally
subject to building or landscape plan review and permits. The Landscape Documentation w
Package shall contain the following elements:
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(3) Project address or location;
(4) Total landscape area in square feet;
(5) Project type (e.g., new, rehabilitated, public, private, developer or
homeowner installed,cemetery,park,etc.);
(6) Water supply type (e.g., potable, recycled, well) and identify the local retail
water purveyor;
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(7) Checklist of all documents in the Landscape Documentation Package;
(8) Contact information for the project applicant and property owner;
(9) Applicant signature, dated with the statement, "I agree to comply with the
requirements of the Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance and submit a
complete Landscape Documentation Package."
B. Water Efficient Landscape Worksheet. Worksheet examples, sample calculations
and the Reference Evapotranspiration (ETo) Table for the City of San Bernardino 0
are available in the Community Development Department to guide preparation of
required elements of the Water Efficient Landscape Worksheet, including: c
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(1) Hydrozone information table;
(2) Water budget calculations:
(a) Maximum Applied Water Allowance (MAWA);
(b) Estimated Total Water Use(ETWU);
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A. Certificate of Completion. Prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy or final W
inspection for a new construction project or a landscape rehabilitation project, a
Certificate of Completion shall be submitted to the City, signed by a licensed
landscape architect to certify that:
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schedule;
(3) The irrigation system has been adjusted to maximize irrigation efficiency
and eliminate over-spray and runoff, and
(4) A copy of the irrigation schedule has been given to the property owner.
B. Completed Landscape Documentation Packages and Certificates of Completion
shall be made available for review by the water purveyor. Sites found to be out of
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compliance with the provisions of this Ordinance may be subject to landscape water
audits and compliance enforcement by the water purveyor.
5. IRRIGATION SCHEDULING
A. For the efficient use of water, all irrigation schedules shall be developed, managed,
and evaluated to utilize the minimum amount of water required to maintain plant
health. Irrigation schedules shall meet the following criteria:
(1) Irrigation scheduling shall be regulated by automatic irrigation controllers.
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(2) Overhead irrigation shall be scheduled between 8:00 p.m. and 10:00 a.m.
unless weather conditions prevent it. If allowable hours of irrigation differ o
from the local water purveyor, the stricter of the two shall apply. Operation Z
of the irrigation system outside of the normal watering window is allowed
for auditing and system maintenance.
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paid to irrigation run times,emission device, flow rate, and current reference
evapotranspiration, so that applied water meets the Estimated Total Water
Use. Total annual applied water shall be less than or equal to Maximum
Applied Water Allowance (MAWA). Actual irrigation schedules shall be E
regulated by automatic irrigation controllers using current reference o
evapotranspiration data(e.g.,CIMIS) or soil moisture sensor data.
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A. Landscapes shall be maintained to ensure water use efficiency. A regular a
maintenance schedule shall be submitted with the Certificate of Completion.
B. A regular maintenance schedule shall include, but not be limited to, routine w
inspection; adjustment and repair of the irrigation system and its components;
aerating and dethatching turf areas; replenishing mulch; fertilizing; pruning,
weeding in all landscape areas, and removing any obstruction to emission devises. o
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D. A project applicant is encouraged to implement sustainable or environmentally-
friendly practices for overall landscape maintenance.
7. IRRIGATION AUDIT, IRRIGATION SURVEY, AND IRRIGATION
WATER USE ANALYSIS
A. All landscape irrigation audits shall be conducted by a certified landscape
irrigation auditor.
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B. For new landscape construction and rehabilitated landscape projects installed after
January 1, 2010:
(1) The project applicant shall submit an irrigation audit report with the
Certificate of Completion to the City that may include, but is not limited
to: inspection, system tune-up, system test with distribution uniformity,
reporting overspray or run off that causes overland flow, and preparation
of an irrigation schedule;
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C. For existing landscapes that were installed before January 1, 2010 and are over
one acre in size, the City or the water purveyor may require irrigation water use Q
analyses, irrigation surveys, and irrigation audits to evaluate water use and provide
recommendations as necessary to reduce landscape water use to a level that does U
not exceed the Maximum Applied Water Allowance for existing landscapes shall
be calculated as: MAWA= (0.8) (ETo)(LA)(0.62). All landscape irrigation audits o
shall be conducted by a certified landscape irrigation auditor.
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A. For the purpose of determining Maximum Applied Water Allowance, average Q
irrigation efficiency is assumed to be 0.71. Irrigation systems shall be designed,
maintained, and managed to meet or exceed an average landscape irrigation w
efficiency of 0.71.
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9. PROVISIONS FOR EXISTING LANDSCAPE
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Ordinance, and may assess penalties for water waste in existing landscapes
constructed prior to January 1, 2010.
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10.WATER WASTE PREVENTION
A. Water waste resulting from inefficient landscape irrigation is prohibited. Runoff
of irrigation water into the public right-of-way, caused by low head drainage,
broken sprinkler heads, overspray, or other similar conditions shall be prohibited.
Overspray or runoff onto adjacent property, non-irrigated areas, walks, roadways,
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parking lots, or structures shall be prohibited. Restrictions regarding overspray
and runoff may be modified if-
(1) The landscape area is adjacent to permeable surfacing and no runoff
occurs; or
(2) The adjacent non-permeable surfaces are designed and constructed to drain
entirely to landscaping.
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A. "Applied water" means the portion of water supplied by the irrigation system to E
the landscape.
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B. "Automatic irrigation controller" means an automatic timing device used to
remotely control valves that operate an irrigation system. Automatic irrigation
controller schedule irrigation events using either evapotranspiration (weather-
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contamination of the water supply due to the reverse flow of water from the N
irrigation system.
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systems by an accredited academic institution, a professional trade organization,
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Irrigation Designer Program.
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landscape irrigation audits by an accredited academic institution, a professional
trade organization or other program such as the US Environmental Protection
Agency's WaterSense irrigation auditor certification program and Irrigation
Association's Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor program.
G. "Check valve" or"anti-drain valve"means a valve located under a sprinkler head,
or other location in the irrigation system, to hold water in the system to prevent
drainage from sprinkler heads when the sprinkler is off.
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H. "Common interest developments" means community apartment projects,
condominium projects, planned developments, and stock cooperatives per Civil
Code Section 1351.
I. "Conversion factor (0.62)" means the number that converts acre-inches per acre
per year to gallons per square per square foot per year.
J. "Drip irrigation" means any non-spray low volume irrigation system utilizing
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developed significant root growth into the soil. Typically, most plants are N
established after one or two years of growth.
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in the landscape or the first two years if irrigation will be terminated after w
establishment. Typically, most plants are established after one or two years of
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Q. "ET Adjustment Factor" (ETAF) means a factor of 0.7, that, when applied to a
reference evapotranspiration, adjusts for plant factors and irrigation efficiency,
two major influences upon the amount of water that needs to be applied to the
landscape.
A combined plant mix with a site-wide average of 0.5 is the basis of the plant
factor portion of this calculation. For purposes of the ETAF, the average irrigation
efficiency is 0.71. Therefore, the ET Adjustment Factor is (0.7)=(0.5/0.71). ETAF
for a Special Landscape Area shall not exceed 1.0 ETAF for existing non-
rehabilitated landscapes is 0.8.
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R. "Evapotranspiration rate" means the quantity of water evaporated from adjacent
soil and other surfaces and transpired by plants during a specified time.
S. "Flow rate" means the rate at which water flows through pipes, valves and
emission devices, measured in gallons per minute, gallons per hour, or cubic feet
per second.
T. "Hardscapes" means any durable material (pervious and non-pervious).
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private individual for a single family residence or installed by a licensed c
contractor hired by a homeowner. A homeowner, for purposes of this ordinance,
is a person who occupies the dwelling he or she owns. This excludes speculative
homes,which are not owner-occupied dwelling. _
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water needs. A hydrozone may be irrigated or non-irrigated. v
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X. "Invasive plant species" means species of plants not historically found in °.
California that spread outside cultivated areas and can damage environmental or N
economic resources. Invasive species may be regulated by county agriculture
agencies as noxious species. "Noxious weeds" means any weed designated by the a
Weed Control Regulations in the Weed Control Act and identified on a Regional
District noxious weed control list. Lists of invasive plants are maintained at the u
California Invasive Plant Inventory and USDA invasive and noxious weeds
database.
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system conducted by a Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor. An irrigation audit E
includes, but is not limited to: inspection, system tune-up, system test with
distribution uniformity or emission uniformity, reporting overspray or runoff that Q
causes overland flow, and preparation of an irrigation schedule.
Z. "Irrigation efficiency" (IE) means the measurement of the amount of water
beneficially used divided by the amount of water applied. Irrigation efficiency
derived from measurements
AA. "Irrigation survey" means an evaluation of an irrigation system that is less detailed
than an irrigation audit. An irrigation survey includes, but is not limited to:
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inspection, system test, and written recommendations to improve performance of
the irrigation system.
BB. "Irrigation water use analysis" means an analysis of water use data based on meter
readings and billing data.
CC. "Landscape architect" means a person who holds a license to practice landscape
architecture in the state of California Business and Professions Code, Section
5615.
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landscape design plan subject to the Maximum Applied Water Allowance c
calculation. The landscape area does not include footprints of buildings or
structures, sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, decks, patios, gravel or stone E
walks, other pervious or non-pervious hardscapes, and other non-irrigated areas
designated for non-development (e.g., open spaces and existing native vegetation.) Q
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construct, maintain, repair, install, or subcontract the development of landscape
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Section 19.28.110(6).
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"landscape area" for the purposes of this ordinance, meeting requirements under a
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HH. "Lateral line" means the water delivery pipeline that supplies water to the emitters
or sprinklers from the valve.
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that is responsible for adopting and implementing the ordinance. The local agency E
is also responsible for the enforcement of this ordinance, including but not limited
to, approval of a permit and plan check or design review of a project. Q
JJ. "Local water purveyor" means any entity, including a public agency, city, county,
or private water company that provides retail water service.
KK. "Low volume irrigation" means the application of irrigation water at low pressure
through a system of tubing or lateral lines and low-volume emitters such as drip,
drip lines, and bubblers. Low volume irrigation systems are specifically designed
to apply small volumes of water slowly at or near the root zone of plants.
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LL. "Main line" means the pressurized pipeline that delivers water from the water
source to the valve or outlet.
MM. "Maximum Applied Water Allowance" (MAWA) means the upper limit of annual
applied water for the established landscaped area as specified in Section
19.28.110(6)(B). It is based upon the area's reference evapotranspiration, the ET
Adjustment Factor, and the size of the landscaped area. The Estimated Total
Water Use shall not exceed the Maximum Applied Water Allowance. Special
Landscape Areas, including recreation areas, areas permanently and solely o
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irrigated with recycled water are subject to the MAWA with an ETAF not to z6
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the climate of the overall landscape area due to factors such as wind, sun E
exposure, plant density, or proximity to reflective surfaces.
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reclamation plan approved in accordance with the Surface Mining and E
Reclamation Act of 1975. —°
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UU. "Permit" means an authorizing document issued by local agencies for new
construction or rehabilitated landscapes.
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VV. "Pervious" means any surface or material that allows the passage of water through
the material and into the underlying soil.
WW. "Plant factor" or "plant water use factor" is a factor, when multiplied by ETo,
estimates the amount of water needed by plants. For purposes of this ordinance,
the plant factor range for low water use plants is 0 to 0.3, the plant factor range for
moderate water use plants is 0.4 to 0.6, and the plant factor range for high water
use plants is 0.7 to 1.0. Plant factors cited in this ordinance are derived from the
Department of Water Resources 2000 publication "Water Use Classification of
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environmental parameters which affect the water use of plants. ETo is expressed
in inches per day, month, or year as represented in the sample materials referenced
in Section 19.28.110(6)(B), and is an estimate of the evapotranspiration of a large
field of four- to seven-inch tall, cool-season grass that is well watered. Reference
evapotranspiration is used as the basis of determining the Maximum Applied
Water Allowance so that regional differences in climate can be accommodated.
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EEE. "Rehabilitated landscape" means any re-landscaping project that requires a permit,
plan check, or design review, meets the requirements of Section 17.07.020, and
the modified landscape area is equal to or greater than 2,500 square feet, is 50% of
the total landscape area, and the modifications are completed within one year.
FFF. "Runoff' means water which is not absorbed by the soil or landscape to which it
is applied and flows from the landscape area. For example, runoff may result from
water that is applied at too great a rate (application rate exceeds infiltration rate)
or when there is a slope.
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Kentucky bluegrass, Perennial ryegrass, Red fescue, and Tall fescue are cool-
season grasses. Bermudagrass, Kikuyugrass, Seashore Paspalum, St.
Augustinegrass, Zoysiagrass, and Buffalo grass are warm-season grasses.
000. "Valve" means a device used to control the flow of water in the irrigation system.
PPP. "Water conserving plant species" means a plant species identified as having a low
plant factor.
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QQQ. "Water feature" means a design element where open water performs an aesthetic
or recreational function. Water features include ponds, lakes waterfalls, fountains,
artificial streams, spas, and swimming pools (where water is artificially supplied).
The surface area of water features is included in the high water use hydrozone of
the landscape area. Constructed wetlands used for on-site wastewater treatment or
stormwater best management practices that are not irrigated and used solely for
water treatment or stormwater retention are not water features and, therefore, are
not subject to the water budget calculation.
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