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Home My WebLink About06.B- Community Development ORDINANCE (ID # 1425) DOC ID: 1425 CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO—REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION Public Hearing �+ From: Margo Wheeler M/CC Meeting Date: 12/19/2011 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). (FIRST READING) Financial Impact: None. Mayor to open the hearing... Motion: Close hearing and lay over the ordinance for final adoption. Synopsis of Previous Council Action: 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. i Backeround: Municipal Code Chapter 17.07 was codified through the adoption of MC-1320, the "Water 1 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). i 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 Duff, Eble, Heasley, Jimenez, Lopez, Machen, Mulvihill and Rawls { Updated: 12/15/2011 by Linda Sutherland Packet Pg. 103 1425 voted in favor of the motion. Commissioner Conte 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: Sunaortin¢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) i 1 Updated: 12/15/2011 by Linda Sutherland PacketPg. 104 i 6.B.a CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO 0 OSTATEMENT OF OFFICIAL PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION 0 Z PROJECT c d Number: Development Code Amendment No. I I-10 E C d Proposed By: City of San Bernardino E d a Description: A proposal to amend Chapter 19.28 "Landscaping Standards" of the c0 Development Code to update plan review procedures and water c conservation standards. E E 0 0 ACTION: RECOMMENDED APPROVAL d 0 Meeting Date: November 16, 2011 LO N a r 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. VOTE ¢ U Ayes: Durr, Eble, Heasley,Jimenez, Lopez, Machen, Mulvihill and Rawls ° Nays: None a Abstain: None w Absent: Coute m 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. 0 .0 w 0 M. Margo Wheeler', AICP` , Date Community Development Director rn c 0 cc: Case File, Department File w E E 0 U C C c A a c 0 E t U ® w Q Packet Pg. 105 6.B.a 0 PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT o Z CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO PLANNING DIVISION aci E a c a CASE: Development Code Amendment No. 11-10 a AGENDA ITEM: 4 HEARING DATE: November 16, 201 t o WARD: City-wide v APPLICANT: City-Initiated CL 0 Z REQUEST: o A proposal to amend Chapter 19.28 "Landscaping Standards" of the Development Code to N update plan review procedures and water conservation standards. 0 CONSTRAINTS/OVERLAYS: a Not Applicable. p 0 0 a CD ENVIRONMENTAL FINDINGS: m ❑ Not Subject to CEQA N ® Exempt per Section 15061(b)(3) ❑ No Significant Effects m c ❑ Potential Effects, Mitigation Measures and Mitigation Monitoring/Reporting Plan 0 a 0 0 STAFF RECOMMENDATION: c w E ® Recommend Mayor and Council Approval. ❑ Approval in ❑ Conditions c ❑ Denial e N ❑ Continue E E 0 U a c C C W a c a E r U W r a Packet Pg. 706 6.B.a DCA No. 11-10 Hearing Date: 11116/11 Page 2 ® PROJECT DESCRIPTION c 6 The proposed Development Code Amendment(DCA)would amend Development Code Chapter Z 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 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 E (Attachment B). 0 U BACKGROUND c 0 E • 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 (Attachment B) N V r • 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. U CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEOA) r 0 CL The proposed Development Code Amendment exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section � w 15061(b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines, because the effect of the amendment would not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment. 'n c m ANALYSIS o U Chapter 19.28 of the Development Code currently refers to plan review procedures in effect a w 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 Director. Because the ordinance is development related, staff recommends that the "Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance" be moved from Chapter 17.07 of the Municipal Code to Section m c 19.28.l 10 of the Development Code,"Water Efficient Landscaping Standards". 2 0 N FINDINGS E E 0 Staff recommends approval of DCA No. 11-10, a proposal to amend Chapter 19.28 U, "Landscaping Standards" of the Development Code to update plan review procedures and water conservation standards based on the following findings of fact: a r a) E L U O a PacketPg. 107 6.B.a ail DCA No. 11-10 Hearing Date: I1/16/11 Page 3 1. The proposed amendment is consistent with the General Plan. o 0 The proposed Development Code Amendment would amend language in Chapter 19.28 to Z c update the procedures for landscaping and irrigation plan review under the authority of the E 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: o 0 U Goal 13.2: "Manage and protect the quality of the City's surface waters and ground t basins." E 0. 0 Policy 13.2.1: "Coordinate and monitor the City's water conservation efforts...and modify > or expand them as necessary to ensure their effectiveness." o 2. The proposed amendment would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, v convenience or welfare of the City. 0 The proposed amendment would provide necessary clarification to Chapter 19.28 while incorporating regulations for water conservation requirements in compliance with state 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 r C welfare of the City. a d rr CONCLUSION @ rn Approval of Development Code Amendment No. I1-10 would update plan review procedures A within the Community Development Department and water efficient landscaping standards, c already in effect. 2 U Q RECOMMENDATION o d Staff recommends that the Planning Commission recommend approval of Development Code E Q Amendment No. 11-10 to the Mayor and Common Council, based on the findings of fact m contained in this staff report. rn c 0 Respectfully Submitted, 0 E E Lori Farris Farris rn E Assistant Planner CL c 0 E L U ® a PacketPg. 108 DCA No. 11-10 Hearing Date: 11/16/11 Page 4 o 0 Approved for Distribution: Z c m E /- Q rOr: M. Margo Wheeler, AICP s Community Development Director c0i c Attachments: E E A: Chapter 19.28, Landscaping Standards, with proposed amendments c B: Municipal Code Chapter 17.07, Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance d 0 Ln N a r O r r r a U C O Q A N c A r O U Q w O id E d N 0 O .N t/l E E 0 U m c 'c c A a m E s 0 a � Packet Pg. 109 6.B.a LANDSCAPING STANDARDS— 19.28 ATTACHMENT A CHAPTER 19.28 0 LANDSCAPING STANDARDS o Z L Section Pace E v 19.28.010 Purpose................ III-19.28-1 a ................................................................................. .. 19.28 020 Application........................................................................................................ I11-19.28-2 d 19.28.030 General Regulation............... ........ ...................... 111-19.28-2 v 19.28.040 Screening Requirements................................................................................... III-19.28-4 U 19.28050 Setback and Parkway Treatment Standards............................................... III-1928-7 C .... m 19.28.060 Comer Treatment Standards............................................................................ 1II-19.28-8 E CL 19.28.070 Installation of Landscaping.............................................................................. 111-19.28-8 2 19.28.080 Maintenance of Landscaping........................................................................... III-19.28-8 v 19.28.090 Removal or Destruction of Trees..................................................................... III-19.28-9 ° 19.28.100 Erosion Control Landscaping.................. ........ III-19.28-9 19.28.110 Water Efficient Landscaoin¢Standards. III-19.28-9 19.28.120 Applicable Requirements................................................................................. III-19.28-I1 0 Tables Q V 19.28.01 Screening Requirements............... ......... III-19.28-5 ° t- 0 Q Guidelines o d 619.28.130 Landscape Design Guidelines................... ........................... III-G19.28-1 N C 19.28.010 PURPOSE 0 The purpose of this Chapter is to establish landscaping regulations that are intended to: a w 0 1. Enhance the aesthetic appearance of development in all areas of the City by providing standards relating to quality, quantity and functional aspects of landscaping and landscape E v screening. m U) 2. Increase compatibility between residential and abutting commercial and industrial land uses. o N N 3. Reduce the heat and glare generated by development. E 0 4, Protect public health, safety, and welfare by minimizing the impact of all forms of physical V rr and visual pollution,controlling soil erosion,screening incompatible land uses,preserving the 5 integrity of neighborhoods, and enhancing pedestrian and vehicular traffic and safety. a 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 s U r Q 111-19.28-1 Rcv. Ph" 104' PacketPg. 110 LANDSCAPING STANDARDS— 19.28 ATTACHMENT A 19.28.020 APPLICATION o 0 Z A concept landscaping plan shall be submitted as part of a permit application, pursuant to Chapter d 19.32 (Applications and Fees). E r The concept plan shall meet the intent of this chapter by exhibiting a generalized design layout which E adequately demonstrates the desired landscaping program in terms of location, size/scale, function, a, theme and similar attributes. The concept plan shall provide the review authority with a clear 'a 0 understanding of the landscaping program prior to the preparation of a detailed, comprehensive U landscaping plan. E CL 19.28.030 GENERAL REGULATIONS d 0 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 plan(s) and other documents and reports. This section and those that follow provide the regulations to be followed in the preparation of the comprehensive landscape program, o In addition to the following regulations, the Director of Parks and n efea`"... Community a Developmen FSEIH405 thS use of the PaFlEs, Reereatieft and Gaffmnunity Senices Pfooedures o shall have the discretion to detemline the conformance of a landscape and irrigation plan. 0 CL 0 fy 1. Landscape designs shall be in harmony with the surrounding environment. m 2. Landscape design and construction shall emphasize drought-tolerant landscaping whenever/wherever possible. 0 3. Processing of landscape plans shall conform to the policies and procedures of the Department a of Community Development. A fully dimensioned c comprehensive landscape and irrigation plan shall include,but not be limited to: v E +List of Plants(Common&Latin) +Any other information m +Size deemed necessary by the in +Location Director of Padis and o +Irrigation Plan Reereatien N +Hardscape E +Water Elements o U rn 4. The planting of trees and shrubs shall comply with the following installation requirements: c m a A. Landscape areas shall have plant material selected and planting methods used which a are suitable for the soil and climatic conditions of the site. Sizes of the plant materials shall conform to the following mix: E t U a 111-19.28-2 Rev. N)+-A3 Packet Pg. 111 LANDSCAPING STANDARDS — 19.28 ATTACHMENT A i Trees 6 z 20%,24 inch box; c 50%, 15 gallon; E E In addition, mature trees shall be provided for variety and emphasis of focal areas as E follows: a d a 15%mature specimen trees in 36 inch box U 15%mature specimen trees in 48 inch box E Shrubs 0 80%, 5 gallon; and d 20%, I gallon o N Groundcover v 100%coverage within I year 0 B. Trees shall be long-lived (minimum life expectancy of 60 years), clean, require little maintenance, be structurally strong, insect and disease resistant, and require little a U pruning. o © o C. Trees and shrubs shall be planted so that at maturity they do not interfere with v service lines, Traffic Safety Sight Area, basic property rights of adjacent property IX owners, particularly the right of solar access, pursuant to Section 19.20.030 (23) (Solar Energy Design Standards). rn D. Trees planted near public curbs shall have a limited root structure and shall be o installed in such a manner as to prevent physical damage to sidewalks, curbs, gutters and other public improvements. A deep root system shall be used. a 0 0 5. Where trees are planted in paved areas, they shall have a protective tree grate. Tree grates shall be caste iron with a natural finish. A deep root system shall be used. E m 6. Concrete mow strips are required to separate all turf areas from other landscaped areas for all developments except single family residential. 2 N 7. Buffer planting shall occur along all freeways and major arterials in order to visually screen E uses and provide noise reduction. This landscaping shall be in addition to screening 0 requirements set forth in Sec. 19.28.040 below. E 8. Appropriate shrubbery and creeping vines shall be provided along all walls and fences R adjoining public rights-of-way. a d 9. When inorganic groundcover is used, it shall be in combination with live plants and shall be E limited to an accent feature. R 111-19.28-3 Rev. Mey PA3 Packet Pg. 112 6.B.a LANDSCAPING STANDARDS— 19.28 ATTACHMENT A 4`r►•. 10. All landscaping shall have an approved automatic irrigation system. Z 11. All residential subdivisions shall be provided with trees, shrubs, and ground cover of a type E and quality generally consistent or compatible with that characterizing single-family homes in a 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 a their viability. The landscape and irrigation plans shall be approved by the ParlFs—ate Community ° U Development Department. v E a 19.28.040 SCREENING REQUIREMENTS s d d 1. Every development shall provide sufficient screening so that neighboring properties are o 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 the proposed use to be developed and follow that line across the page to its intersection with the type of use(s) that adjoins the property to be developed. For each intersection square that c contains a letter, the developer is required to install the level of screening indicated. of R C A C O U Q w O C N E v is U) C O N N E E O U rn C G C O a d E t U tE Q 111-19.28-4 Packet Pg. 113 6.B.a Table 28.01 Screening Requirements Page III-19.28-5 V Z C on lA O O Z W T N Y N rn y O n rn N Z O A T C O DrC AT O D ti i .mi m m D Gl r j m c s O r y = O O m Z D Z > 2 m D _ N N C m 9C P S < �^ i^ O C C ^ A -1, n '� m D A p '^ r� 2 N n _9 j D y^ D Gs S 3 A 3 N O m o o m f. o f. o m c c o N o o u a c n w g o T cr c z ^ _ ^ n o o w c o E N v N 3 n 5. e d ^" g o c u c o c o = E g 3 v a A a o w ^ < '" c ,r'd., 3 ° _ N .. w' S m' ^ °— a ie' ° m ry T R.m 3 a ^ o o m 3 m u c = ° = N « = w '^° '" n° w °°' , n w ^ m n ^ ^ .p0. Z. N ^ y n c s x M 3 N O ^ o ^ 3 d w o` g o c A0 -<' 3 i° 0 Q 0c m N a < o '^ oti — io 0 c n d ry m a n n < i ^ W c 3 m 'm � m i ° v = �� r, d '^ ^ " Adjacent Existir O n 0 n N 11 Permitted Use C D D D D D D D D D s s s s D m D m D m D m D ne and Two fam E esidences C ulti-Family G D D D D D D a D D D D D D D m D m m n m m n m esidences D m D D D D D a D D D m P. D s D m a m m n m n n Mobile/Modular ome parks D D a D D D D D D m D D D D m D D D D n m m 3roup care faOliti r D D D D D D D D D m D D D D m D n D n n m m dolt Child care 'abilities �^ II office uses S a D D m a a D n D a n m n D D m D a including medical chools Q D D D m a D D m D n D D D D D D m D n D public/private)& 0 braries D D m D D D n D D m D n n m m m hurches& O ssociated uses a m ospitals&clinics w D a a D a a D m m a D D D n D n D n D D w!r 10,000 s.f. tip a a m D a n D D n n n n n Fraternal clubs, V)odges,union hall; C a D a m a D m D D n a m m Retail Sales m r- > m n D D D a uto service&rer '.O2 31 D D Equipment rental Q m n s and w Commercial O D m D n m m m m p° Recreation C D D D n D D D D D m a m m otels&Motels m a D a n D a a D D s nestauran[ nigh a D tubs n a n n n ses conducted W atally indoors r- ises con u[t2 •y M a a a a iubstantlally m E n D D D a crap materials. E alvage yards V n D I 'n n n orally enclosed C :thin a structure C of totally enclose tCp D D D D ithin a structure d Y n D n n D D D eterinardnhosp. d Ith boarding E L n s n n a a a ennels 0 ® Q III-19.28.5 Packet Pg. 114 6.B.a LANDSCAPING STANDARDS— 19.28 ATTACHMENT A 3. The three basic types of screens that are required by Table 28.01 "Screening Requirements," are as follows: 6 Z A. OPAQUE SCREEN,TYPE A c v 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 a create a strong impression of spacial separation. The opaque screen may be 'a 0 composed of a wall, fence, or densely planted vegetation. Compliance of planted 0 vegetative screens will be judged on the basis of the average mature height and density of foliage of the subject species, or field observation of existing vegetation. E CL The opaque portion of the screen must be opaque in all seasons of the year. At ° maturity, the portion of intermittent visual obstructions should not contain any completely unobstructed openings more than 10 feet wide. Suggested planting o patterns are shown in Figure 28-1. N v B. SEMI-OPAQUE SCREEN,TYPE B 0 A screen that is opaque from the ground to height of 3 feet, with intermittent visual obstruction from above the opaque portion to a height of at least 20 feet. The semi- ¢ U opaque screen is intended to partially block visual contact between uses and to 0 create a strong impression of the separation of spaces. The semi-opaque screen may o be composed of a wall, fence, landscaped earth berm, or planted vegetation. Compliance of planted vegetative screens will be judged on the basis of the average W mature height and density of foliage of the subject species, or field observation of m existing vegetation. At maturity, the portion of intermittent visual obstructions should not contain any completely unobstructed openings more than 15 feet wide. r 0 C. BROKEN SCREEN,TYPE C w A screen composed of intermittent visual obstructions from the ground to a height ° of at least 20 feet. The broken screen is intended to create the impression of a E separation of spaces without necessarily eliminating visual contact between the v spaces. It may be composed of a wall, fence, landscaped earth berm, planted m vegetation or existing vegetation. Compliance of planted vegetative screens or c natural vegetation will be judged on the basis of the average mature height and 2 density of foliage of the subject species, or field observation of existing vegetation. E The screen may contain deciduous plants. E 0 U -I. The screening requirements set forth in this section may be interpreted with some flexibility by the Director and Commission in their enforcement of the standards. M It is recognized that because of the wide variety of types of developments and the a relationships between them, it is neither possible nor prudent to establish inflexible v screening requirements. Therefore, minor deviations may be granted to allow less intensive E screening, or requirements for more intensive screening may be imposed, whenever such r deviations are more likely to satisfy the intent of this section. a 111-19.28-6 Rev.ktu, 1 P Packet Pg. 715 r6.B.a LANDSCAPING STANDARDS— 19.28 ATTACHMENT A 0 TYPE A TYPICAL OPAQUE SCREENS �j� j SMALL TREES PUNTED FIGURE 28.1 30-ON CENTER. TYPICAL SCREENING METHODS p 1 6'RON EVERGREEN Z SCREENING SHRUBS C PIANTED W O.C. d E `s C A! G ,am— LARGE TREES PLANTED Q t0'ON CENTER. _ 6'HIGH N MASONRY WALL 0 O U a c eil ULL EVERGREEN 7 E TREES SEA"ER PLANT D, E WITH BRANCHES i TOUCHING GROUND. 0 O 0 TYPE R TYPE C y TYPICAL SEMI-OPAQUE SCREENS TYPICAL BROKEN SCREENS 0 � SMALL TREES PUNTED 30'ON CENTER. 3 IA J'N16X WALL 3MALL TREES PUNTED CIL JO'ON CENTER V SMALL TREES PLANTED RO'JO'ON CENIFR CD me SMALL TREES PUNTED aye ONTOPOf BERM. ` •� ' 30.ON CENTEE S 3 HIGH BERM OPEN fENCE WIiN GROUNDCOVFR. t- Q U V� URGE TREES PUNTED URGE TREES PUNTED L r /0'ON CENTER. 40'ON CENTER. 0 C 't L 3'NIGH EVERrREEN ASSORTED SHRUBBERY. W SHRUB HEDGE IIAN7ED V O.C. R r 19.28.050 SETBACK AND PARKWAY TREATMENT STANDARDS R r 0 Landscape plans for setback and parkway areas shall include,but not be limited to the following: w 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 W appropriate. The design shall utilize uniform street tree plantings with complementary w landscape materials. in c 0 2. Provide a design which ensures the desired screening, shading, appearance and to compatibility with established setback and parkway areas, including a sensitive transition 2 between diverse landscape types and patterns. c U 3. Incorporate mounding within the overall design, with landscaped slopes not exceeding a 3:1 ratio, or 3 feet in height. A minimum of G feet of landscaping shall be placed on the exterior of perimeter walls and fences. a ji 4. Incorporate walls and fences into the landscape design, including the special treatment of E meandering walls, and wall breaks or openings where the design shall complement the Interior landscaping of the adjacent development. m Y a III-19.28-7 Rev. vW5 1 L)U3 Packet Pg. 116 6.B.a LANDSCAPING STANDARDS— 19.28 ATTACHMENT A 0 5. Street tree varieties and exact location shalt be determined by the Director of PaAs and °2cToatiOfl Community Development. The PaFlEs,n, and Community Development Z Department shall rsafk 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 d E 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 m E property. a w s 0 19.28.060 CORNER TREATMENT STANDARDS c d Landscape plans for any development involving comer lots shall include additional special design E requirements, including,but not limited to the following: m m 1. A minimum landscape area of 300 square feet for comer areas. °. N 2. Incorporate significant landscape and water features, including specimen trees, coordination with wall breaks or openings, and special "city entry" image treatment wherever o appropriate. 3. Specimen trees shall be a minimum of 48 inch box size. c 4. Ensure that any comer landscape plan within the "Traffic Safety Sight Area," as defined, a shall be designed to protect public safety. m 19.28.070 INSTALLATION OF LANDSCAPING co C All required landscaping shall be property installed, irrigated, inspected and permanently m c maintained prior to use inauguration or the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, whichever first o occurs. The landscaping and irrigation shall be inspected as stated in the procedures and policy for a landscaping and irrigation. c c 19.28.080 MAINTENANCE OF LANDSCAPING v is I. Maintenance of approved landscaping shall consist of regular watering, mowing, pruning, m fertilizing, clearing of debris and weeds, the removal and replacement of dead plants, and o the repair and replacement of irrigation systems and integrated architectural features. H E 2. Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, the landowner shall file a maintenance E 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 .E 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 a order to accomplish the required maintenance. c d E s M M a 111-19.28-8 Rev. I lay W113 Packet.Pg. 117 6.B.a LANDSCAPING STANDARDS— 19.28 ATTACHMENT A o 19.28.090 REMOVAL OR DESTRUCTION OF TREES z° Removal of healthy, shade providing, aesthetically valuable trees shall be discouraged. In the event E that more than 5 trees are to be cut down, uprooted, destroyed or removed within a 36 month m period,a permit shall first be issued by the Department. aE ° An arborist survey and report may be required at the developer's expense, to evaluate existing trees o prior to issuance of a tree removal permit, as determined by the Director of Community Development. E . E Unless there is a pre-approved tree replacement plan, each tree that is removed in a new subdivision v and is determined to be of significant value by the Papwtment ef Pwks, ReeFeatien and o Community Set-viees 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 v 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 o exempt from this provision. 19.28.100 EROSION CONTROL LANDSCAPING o Landscaping for the purpose of erosion control shall be in compliance with the standards outlined in a Chapter 15 of the Municipal Code. w w m 19.28.110 WATER to EFFICIENT LANDSCAPING STANDARDS r C 0 1. PURPOSE AND INTENT a w A. The purpose of this Chapter is to: ° c a, (1) Promote the aesthetic and recreational values of landscapes, while aEi recognizing the need to invest water resources as efficiently as possible, = rn c (2) Establish a structure for planning, designing, installing and maintaining water efficient landscapes in new construction and rehabilitated yroiects; An E E (3) Establish provisions for water management practices and water waste prevention in the irrigation of existing landscapes; m C (q) Implement water quality management practices that minimize stone water A a and irrigation runoff. to achieve on-site infiltration and groundwater recharge: E r ® (5) Promote and encourage the use of low water use plants in landscapes; r a III-19.28-9 Rev. �4 11'm° Packet Pg. 118 6.B.a LANDSCAPING STANDARDS— 19.28 ATTACHMENT A 0 (6) Minimize the use of cool season turf (7) Promote conservation of potable water by encouraging the use of recycled led o z water and water-conserving technology in landscape irrigation; 0 E (8) Promote public education about water conservation and water efficient c landscape irrigation. E B. The intent of this Chapter is to implement water efficient landscape regulations at o least as etfective as the state model ordinance adopted pursuant to Califomia U Govemment Code Section 65595. d E c 2. APPLICABILITY —° d d After January 1 2010 the provisions of this Chapter shall apply as follows: ° W) N A. All provisions of this Chapter for planning design installation and management of new landscapes shall Uply to the following new construction and rehabilitation landscape proiects normally subiect to building or landscaping plan review and CU Omits. U (1) Public agency proiects and private development proiects with a landscape ° area equal to or greater than 2,500 square feet; o a m (2) Developer-installed single-family and multi-family residential proiects with w a landscape area equal to or greater than 2.500 square feet in the aggregate; v (3) Homeowner-installed and/or homeowner-hired single-family and multi- R family residential proiects with a total project landscape area equal to or o greater than 5.000 square feet. `o B. Limited Applicability. Existing landscapes, cemeteries and certain Special Landscape Areas are exempt from some provisions of this Chapter as follows: E d (1) Existing landscapes installed before January 1, 2010 and exceeding I acre in rn area are subiect only to water waste prevention and efficient im Lai tion o requirements of Sections 19.28.110(12)and 19.28.110(13). N E (2) New cemeteries or cemetery expansion projects exceeding 2,500 square feet o 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.l 10(10). a (3) New development or rehabilitation of landscapes including Special a Landscape Areas (SLA's), such as edible landscapes, landscapes irri g ted 0 with recycled water, and active parks or sport field landscaping shall be ® subject to the provisions of this Ordinance, except that the Maximum III-19.28-10 Rev. �+ny swd PacketPg. 119 6.B.a LANDSCAPING STANDARDS— 19.28 ATTACHMENT A AA,plics Water Allowance (MAWA) shall be adjusted to provide for adequate irrigation of SLA's. 6 C. Exemptions The provisions of this Chapter shall not apply to the following exempt Z c landscapes: E c (1) Registered local state or federal historical sites; E a (2) Ecological restoration projects that do not require permanent irrigation 0 0 systems: U c m (3) Mined land restoration projects that do not require permanent irrigation E CL systems; ° m m (4) Botanical gardens and arboretums open to the public. o 3. LANDSCAPE DESIGN STANDARDS AND PLANNING GUIDELINES 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: a U D A. Plant Selection: o CL m �+ (1) Native plants and drought-tolerant species are encouraged to promote low- maintenance,water efficient landscapes. in v (2) Any plant may be used in the landscape, provided that the EAWU R (estimated annual applied water use) does not exceed the MAWA 0 (maximum annual applied water allowance). (3) Plants with similar water use requirements shall be grouped together in 0 "hydrozones" whenever possible. d E (4) Turf areas should be minimal, limited mainly to active recreation areas and I En small laws Where turf is used, it should not be planted on slopes greater c than 4:1. and warm season varieties and preferred. 2 N (5) Fire resistant plant species and fuel modification requirements shall be top E priority for landscape design in high fire hazard areas. 0 rn c (6) Invasive plant species should be avoided especially near natural areas fuel modification zones, parks and water bodies. —° a (7) The use of mulch is encouraged to retain moisture. E E (8) Plant placement shall be planned to create shade in summer and permit solar gain in winter. 111-19,28-11 Rev.M»ra101u PacketPg. 120 6.B.a LANDSCAPING STANDARDS — 19.28 ATTACHMENT A 0 (9) Plant size and root characteristics at maturity should be considered in Plant selection and Placement to avoid damage to property or infrastructure. z B. Water Features: E v (1) Recirculating water systems shall be used for all decorative water features. E a (2) If available recycled water should be used in decorative water features, O except pools and spas. U (3) The surface area of a water feature shall be included in MAWA calculation E with an evaporation rate of equivalent to that high water use Plant. o v ° (4) Pool and spa covers are highly recommended. o N C. Content Requirements of Landscape Design Plans: (1) Each hydrozone shall be identified as a "low", "moderate". "high", or "mixed"water use zone. a (2) Landscape areas with unique water budget considerations, such as recreation o areas areas dedicated to edible landscapes, and area to be irrigated with o CL recycled water shall be delineated. w (3) Areas planned for soil amendments, mulch application, surface water `m features and hardscayes (pervious and impervious) shall be delineated with applicable notes regarding installation and design. e m C O (4) On-site design measures for storm water quality management shall be identified to demonstrate consistency with the corresponding Water Ouality a Management Plan (WOMP). ° c d 4. IRRIGATION REQUIREMENTS m m N A. All irrigation systems shall be designed and maintained to prevent runoff, over- 0 spray low head drainage and other conditions of water waste. Soil types and infiltration rates shall be considered when designing irrigation systems, and E nivation plans shall be designed to meet specific water needs of each hydrozones, E to maximize the efficiency of the irrigation systems. ° U m C B. Dedicated (separate) landscape water meters shall be installed at new projects sites r with landscape areas greater than 5,000 square feet subiect to concurrence of the m a water purveyor. c ° C. The following equipment shall be required to control water waste in new irrigation E systems subiect to this Ordinance. A 1II-19.28-12 Rev. May 1999 PacketPg. 121 6.B.a LANDSCAPING STANDARDS— 19.28 ATTACHMENT A (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; c z r (2) Rain sensors with automatic shut-off features; d E v c (3) Anti-drain check valves to prevent low-head drainage in sprinkle heads: ° E a (4) Pressure regulators as needed when the static water pressure exceeds the v v maximum recommended operating pressure; and c i c (5) Manual shut-off valves located as close as possible to the point of E 0. connection to the water supply, to minimize water loss in case of an o m emergency or a routine repair. d 0 D. hrigation Design Standards: N v W The irrigation systems shall be designed and installed to conform to the project water budget (MAWA) based on planting plans for the vroiect ° hydrozones; a U (2) Overhead irrigation shall not be permitted within a 24-inch setback from any o non-permeable surface Allowable irrigation within such setback areas may o include drip drip line or other low flow, non-spray technology. The setback a d L may be planted or unplanted The surfacing of the setback any be mulch, gravel or other porous material These restrictions may be modified if: R a. the landscape area is adiacentto permeable surfacing and no runoff occurs; or ° u b. the adjacent non-permeable surfaces are designed and constructed to a drain entirely to landscaping:or ° c d c. the irrigation designer specifies an alternative design or technology d as part of the Landscape Documentation Package. and clearly in demonstrates compliance with the requirements of this Ordinance. o N (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 E modified if the irrigation designer specifies an alternative design or u technology as part of the Landscape Documentation Package. and clearly demonstrates than no excess runoff or erosion will occur. This demonstration shall be confirmed by an irrigation audit. a E. The irrigation plan shall be prepared separate from the landscape planting plan but it shall be consistent with the planting plan and shall conform to all requirements of E E this Ordinance. s a 1 I11-19.28-13 Rev. May 1993 Packet Pg. 122 i 6.B.a LANDSCAPING STANDARDS— 19.28 ATTACHMENT A 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 6 maintenance of the irrigation system,and set a plan and schedule for management of the system. 01 E v G. Recycle Water. Dual water distribution systems allowing irrigation with recycled E water are encouraged, and may be required to be installed on new construction sites, a at the discretion of the water purveyor,and subject to availability. o 0 5. LANDSCAPE SOIL MANAGEMENT AND LANDSCAPE GRADING REQUIREMENTS E CL 0 A. Soil testing shall be performed after mass grading and prior to landscape > 0 installation, to ensure the selection of plant materials that are suitable for the site. 0 The soil analysis shall be incorporated in a soil management plan, including the N following: (1) A determination of soil texture, indicating the available water holding capacity, a U (2) An approximate soil infiltration rate.or a range of infiltration rates: ° o (3) Measures of pH and total soluble salts: and ° d w w (4) Soil management and amendment recommendations. in a B. Grading of landscape areas shall be designed to minimize unnecessary soil m 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 a infiltration of storm water and irrigation for water quality management. c r 6. LANDSCAPE PLAN SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS E E A landscape Documentation Package prepared by a licensed landscape architect shall be 4 required for any new construction of landscape or landscape rehabilitation that is normally o subiect to building or landscape olan review and permits. The Landscape Documentation .0 Package shall contain the following elements: Mh E A. Project information: c0i rn c (1) Date; c m a (2) Project applicant: 0 (3) Project address or location, (4) Total landscape area in square feet: III-19.28-14 ROv. May 1Qu3 j PacketPg. 123 6.B.a LANDSCAPING STANDARDS— 19.28 ATTACHMENT A (5) Project type (e.g,, new, rehabilitated public private developer or o homeowner installed cemetery,park, etc.): 6 (6) Water supply type (e.g., potable recycled well) and identify the local retail water purveyor: ° c d (7) Checklist of all documents in the Landscape Documentation Package: ° 0 (8) Contact information for the project applicant and property owner: v c d (9) Applicant signature dated with the statement "I agree to comply with the E requirements of the Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance and submit a o complete Landscape Documentation Package." v cl B. Water Efficient Landscape Worksheet Worksheet examples, sample calculations N and the Reference Evapotranspiration (ETo) Table for the City of San Bernardino It are available in the Community Development Department to guide preparation of 77- required elements of the Water Efficient Landscape Worksheet. including: (1) Hydrozone information table: ❑ (2) Water budget calculations: o (a) Maximum Applied Water Allowance(MAWA); °- (b) Estimated Total Water Use(ETWU): w R C. Landscape designn plan prepared according to Section 19.28.110(3): D. Irrigation design plan prepared according to Section 19.28.110(4): o .0 E. Soil management report prepared according to Section 19.28.110(5)(A): and Q `o F. Grading design plan prepared according to Section 19.28.110(5)(B). d E d 7. COMPLIANCE DOCUMENTATION in c A. Certificate of Completion Prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy or final °- N insvection for a new construction project or a landscape rehabilitation project, a y Certificate of Completion shall be submitted to the City, sitmed by a licensed E E landscape architect to certify that: ° U C (1) The landscaping has been installed in conformance with the approved Wanting and irrigation plans; m a (2) The automatic irrigation controller has been set according to the irrigation schedule: s U !6 Q III-19.28-15 Rev.May 10113 PacketPg. 124 6.B.a LANDSCAPING STANDARDS— 19.28 ATTACHMENT A (3) The irrigation system has been adjusted to maximize irrigation efficiency and eliminate over-spray and runoff; and 6 (4) A copy of the irrigation schedule has been given to the property owner. Z c m B. Completed Landscape Documentation Packages and Certificates of Completion E v 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 subiect to landscape water audits and compliance enforcement by the water purveyor. v 0 0 U 8. IRRIGATION SCHEDULING E A. For the efficient use of water, all irrigation schedules shall be developed, managed, o and evaluated to utilize the minimum amount of water required to maintain plant health Irrigation schedules shall meet the following criteria: o (1) Irrigation scheduling shall be regulated by automatic irrigation controllers. It (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 of the irrigation system outside of the normal watering window is allowed o for auditing and system maintenance. o CL N (3) For implementation of the irrigation schedule particular attention must be paid to irrigation run times emission device flow rate,and current reference m evapotranspiration so that applied water meets the Estimated Total Water U) Use Total annual applied water shall be less than or equal to Maximum m Applied Water Allowance (MAWA). Actual irrigation schedules shall be o regulated by automatic irrigation controllers using current reference evapotranspiration data(e.g.,CIMIS)or soil moisture sensor data. 4 0 9. LANDSCAPE AND IRRIGATION MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE E A. Landscapes shall be maintained to ensure water use efficiency. A regular 0 maintenance schedule shall be submitted with the Certificate of Completion. r- r- .2 N B. A regular maintenance schedule shall include, but not be limited to, routine inspection; adiustment and repair of the irrigation system and its componts; E en E aerating and dethatching turf areas; replenishing mulch; fertilizing; pruning, 0 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. a C. Repair of all irrigation equipment shall be done with the originally installed m components of their equivalents. E u � a III-19.28-16 Rev IIayIQUI Packet Pg. 125 6.B.a LANDSCAPING STANDARDS — 19.28 ATTACHMENT A D. A project applicant is encouraged to implement sustainable or environmentally- ° friendly practices for overall landscape maintenance. 6 10. IRRIGATION AUDIT IRRIGATION SURVEY AND IRRIGATION WATER USE ANALYSIS E A. All landscape irrigation audits shall be conducted by a certified landscape irrigation auditor. ¢ d 0 0 B. For new landscape construction and rehabilitated landscape proiects installed after L) c January 1.2010: E o. 0 (1) The proiect applicant shall submit an irrigation audit report with the d Certificate of Completion to the City that may include. but is not limited o to• inspection system tune-up system test with distribution uniformity. N resorting overspray or run off that causes overland flow, and preparation ° of an irrigation schedule: (2) The City or the water purveyor may conduct or require an irrigation water a use analysis irrigation audit, or irrigation survey for compliance with the 0 Maximum Applied Water Allowance(MAWA). c © a 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 6 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 R c not exceed the Maximum Applied Water Allowance for existing landscapes shall °- U be calculated as: MAWA = (0.8) (ETo)(LA)(0 62). All landscape irrigation audits ¢ w shall be conducted by a certified landscape irrigation auditor. ° C ° E 11. IRRIGATION EFFICIENCY A. For the purpose of determining Maximum Applied Water Allowance, average o irritation efficiency is assumed to be 0.71. Irri*atl ion systems shall be designed. Ln maintained and managed to meet or exceed an average landscape irrigation E E efficiency of 0.71. 0 m c 12. PROVISIONS FOR EXISTING LANDSCAPE m a A. The City or the water purveyor may enforce the requirements contained in this ° Ordinance and may assess penalties for water waste in existing landscapes E constructed prior to January 1. 2010. r � ¢ III-19.28-17 Rev.Mxy 1 Qy3 Packet Pg. 126 6.B.a LANDSCAPING STANDARDS— 19.28 ATTACHMENT A 13. WATER WASTE PREVENTION ° A. Water waste resulting from inefficient landscape irrigation is prohibited. Runoff 6 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, d Parkin lots or structures shall be prohibited Restrictions regarding oversprav E and runoff may be modified if: $ U (1) The landscape area is adjacent to permeable surfacing and no runoff E occurs'.or a- 0 iu (2) The adjacent non-permeable surfaces are designed and constructed to drain o entirely to landscaping. N V 14. DEFINITIONS 0 The terms used in this ordinance have the meaning set forth below: U D A. "Applied water" means the portion of water supplied by the irrigation system to the landscape. a d � rr B. "Automatic irrigation controller" means an automatic timing device used to m remotely control valves that operate an irrigation system. Automatic irrigation to v controller schedule irrigation events using either evapotranspiration (weather- m c based)or soil moisture data. 4 U Q C. "Backflow prevention device" means a safety device used to prevent pollution or o contamination of the water supply due to the reverse flow of water from the d irrigation system. E D. "Certificate of Completion" means the document required under Section 0 17.28.110(7). N N E E. "Certified irrigation designer" means a person certified to design irrigation o systems by an accredited academic institution a professional trade organization, or other program such as the US Environmental Protection Agency's WaterSense irrigation designer certification program and Irrigation Association's Certified Irrigation Designer Program. (L c N F. "Certified landscape irrigation auditor" means a person certified to perform E t landscape irrigation audits by an accredited academic institution, a professional �r Q III-19.28-18 Rev. �!a,=P"P Packet Pg. 127 6.B.a LANDSCAPING STANDARDS — 19.28 ATTACHMENT A 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. 6 r G. "Check valve" or"anti-drain valve" means a valve located under a sprinkler head, E or other location in the irrigation system to hold water in the system to prevent drainage from sprinkler heads when the sprinkler is off. E 0 v H. "Common interest developments" means community apartment proiects, 0 condominium projects planned developments and stock cooperatives per Civil Code Section 1351. E a- 0 1. "Conversion factor (0.62)" means the number that converts acre-inches per acre ger year to gallons per square per square foot per year.°• N V I "Drip irrigation" means any non-spray low volume irrigation system utilizing emission devices with a flow rate measured in gallons per hour. Low volume o irrigation systems are specifically designed to apply small volumes of water slowly at or near the root zone of plants. K. "Ecological restoration project" means a project where the site is intentionally o altered to establish a defined, indigenous,historic ecosystem. L. "Effective precipitation" or "Usable rainfall" (Eppt) means the portion of total precipitation which becomes available for plant r�owth. 6 c A c A "Emitter" means a drip irrigation emission device that delivers water slowly from 00 the system to the soil. a 0 N. "Established landscape" means the point at which plants in the landscape have E developed significant root growth into the soil. Typically, most plants are R established after one or two years of rowth. ur C 0 O. "Establishment period of the plants" means the first year after installing the plant N in the landscape or the first two years if irrigation will be terminated after E establishment Typically, most plants are established after one or two years of t0 `ro3 wth. c 'c c P. "Estimated Total Water Use" (ETWU) means the total water used for the o_ landscape as described in Section 19.28.110(6)(B). c 0 "ET Adjustment Factor" (ETAF) means a factor of 0.7, that, when applied to E Q � U Qreference evapotranspiration adiusts for plant factors and irrigation efficiency, =° II1-19.28-19 Rev.May wuP Packet Pg. 128 6.B.a LANDSCAPING STANDARDS— 19.28 ATTACHMENT A two major influences upon the amount of water that needs to be applied to the landscape. 0 z 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 c for a Special Landscape Area shall not exceed 1.0 ETAF for existing non- E rehabilitated landscapes is 0.8. a d a 0 R. "Evapotranspiration rate" means the Quantity of water evaporated from adjacent U soil and other surfaces and transpired by plants during a specified time. a) E CL 0 S. "Flow rate" means the rate at which water flows through pines, valves and 2 emission devices measured in gallons per minute gallons per hour, or cubic feet o per second. LO N d r T. "Hardscapes" means any durable material (pervious and non-pervious). 0 r U. "Homeowner provided landscaping" means any landscaping either installed by a private individual for a single family residence or installed by a licensed U 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 a homes which are not owner-occupied dwelling. n: w w m V. "Hydrozone" means a portion of the landscaped area having plants with similar in water needs A hydrozone may be irrigated or non-irrigated. m C O 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). a 0 X. "Invasive plant species' means species of plants not historically found in E California that spread outside cultivated areas and can damage environmental or economic resources Invasive species may be regulated by county agriculture rn c agencies as noxious species 'Noxious weeds' means any weed designated by the 4 N Weed Control Regulations in the Weed Control Act and identified on a Regional w E District noxious weed control list Lists of invasive plants are maintained at the E California Invasive Plant Inventory and USDA invasive and noxious weeds U am database. S 'E c m Y. "Irrigation audit" means an in-depth evaluation of the performance of an irrigation a system conducted by a Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor. An irrigation audit c m includes but is not limited to: inspection system tune-up, system test with E distribution uniformity or emission uniformity, reporting oversyrav or runoff that U causes overland flow,and preparation of an irrigation schedule. a 111-19.28-20 Rcv. NW5 1143 Packet Pg. 129 LANDSCAPING STANDARDS— 19.28 ATTACHMENT A 0 Z. "Irrigation efficiency" OE) means the measurement of the amount of water beneficially used divided by the amount of water applied. Irrigation efficiency 6 derived from measurements c d E 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: E inspection system test and written recommendations to improve performance of the irrigation system. c i c BB. "Irrigation water use analysis" means an analysis of water use data based on meter E CL readings and billing data. d d CC. "Landscape architect' means a person who holds a license to practice landscape architecture in the state of California Business and Professions Cade, Section 5615. 0 DD. "Landscape area" means all the planting areas, turf areas and water features in a landscape design plan subject to the Maximum Applied Water Allowance calculation The landscape area does not include footprints of buildings or o structures sidewalks driveways parking lots decks, patios, gravel or stone o walks other pervious or non-pervious hardscayes and other non-irrigated areas 0 designated for non-development(e.g.,open spaces and existing native vegetation. R rn EE. 'Landscape contractor" means a person licensed by the state of California to c ° construct maintain repair install or subcontract the development of landscape o systems. 2 w FF. 'Landscape Documentation Package" means the documents required under ° c Section 19.28.110(6). E E d m GG. 'Landscape proiect' means total area of landscape in a project as defined in m "landscape area" for the purposes of this ordinance meeting requirements under o Section 19.28.110(2). N E E FIR 'Lateral line" means the water delivery pipeline that supplies water to the emitters ° U or sprinklers from the valve. ° c .E c IL "Local agency" means a city or county, including a charter city or charter county, a that is responsible for adopting and implementing the ordinance. The local agency c is also responsible for the enforcement of this ordinance, including but not limited E to approval of a permit and plan check or design review of a project 111-19.28-21 Re, w u w Packet Pg. 130 6.B.a LANDSCAPING STANDARDS— 19.28 ATTACHMENT A JJ. "Local water purveyor' means any entity including a public agency, city. county. ° or private water company that provides retail water service. 0 z 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. E drip lines and bubblers Low volume irri atg ion systems are specifically designed to apply small volumes of water slowly at or near the root zone of plants. E v v LL. "Main line" means the pressurized pipeline that delivers water from the water 0 U source to the valve or outlet. v E c MM. "Maximum Applied Water Allowance" (MAWA)means the upper limit of annual o d 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 °. LO A_diustment 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 irrigated with recycled water are subiect to the MAWA with an ETAF not to a U exceed 1.0. `o a NN. "Microclimate" means the climate of a small specific area that may contrast with the climate of the overall landscape area due to factors such as wind, sun exposure plant density, or proximity to reflective surfaces. a c 00. "Mined-land reclamation projects" means any surface mining operation with a o reclamation plan approved in accordance with the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975. o c PP. "Mulch" means any organic material such as leaves, bark, straw, compost, or E inorganic mineral materials such as rocks gravel and decomposed granite left m loose and applied to the soil surface for the beneficial purposes of reducing c evaporation suppressing weeds moderating soil temperature, and preventing soil 4 N erosion. N E E QQ. "New construction' means for the purpose of this ordinance a new building with a landscape or other new landscape such as a park, playgound, or greenbelt c without an associated building. a RR. "Operating pressure" means the pressure at which the parts of an irrigation system N are designed by the manufacturer to operate. E v m 111-19.28-22 Ray. a Packet Pg. 131 6.B.a LANDSCAPING STANDARDS— 19.28 ATTACHMENT A SS. "Overhead sprinkler irrigation systems" means systems that deliver water through ° the air(e.g., spray beads and rotors). 0 z TT. "Overspray" means the irrigation water which is delivered beyond the target area. v E UU. "Permit" means an authorizing document issued by local agencies for new d construction or rehabilitated landscapes. E a v VV. "Pervious" means any surface or material that allows the passage of water through c0 the material and into the underlying soil. E WW. "Plant factor' or "plant water use factor' is a factor, when multiplied by ETo, o a+ estimates the amount of water needed by plants For purposes of this ordinance, > d 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 I.0. Plant factors cited in this ordinance are derived from the Department of Water Resources 2000 publication "Water Use Classification of Landscape Snecies". U XX. "Precipitation rate" means the rate of application of water measured in inches per --- hour. o YY. "Project applicant" means the individual or entity submitting a Landscape Documentation Package required under Section 19 28 110(6). to request a permit, in plan check or design review from the City. A project applicant may be the c m pro]) owner or his or her designee. 0 U ZZ. "Rain sensor" or "rain sensing shutoff device" means a component which ¢ `o automatically suspends an irrigation event when it rains. d E AAA. "Record drawing' or "as-builts" means a set of reproducible drawings which show significant changes in the work made during construction and which are Un usually based on drawings marked up in the field and other data furnished by the o N contractor. E E BBB. "Recreational area" means areas dedicated to active play such as parks, sports 0 fields, and golf courses where turf provides a playing surface. c c CCC. "Recycled water", "reclaimed water", or "treated sewage effluent water" means a 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 E E consumption. R 111-19.28-23 Rev. him, 19W Packet Pg. 132 6.B.a LANDSCAPING STANDARDS- 19.28 ATTACHMENT A DDD. "Reference evapotranspiration" or "ETo" means a standard measurement of 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 6 in Section 19.28.110(6)(B), and is an estimate of the evapotranspiration of a large Yield of four- to seven-inch tall cool-season Brass that is well watered. Reference E E evapotraneiration is used as the basis of determining the Maximum Applied v Water Allowance so that regional differences in climate can be accommodated. E a d a EEE. "Rehabilitated landscape" means any re-landscaping proiect that requires a permit plan check or design review, meets the requirements of Section 17 07 020, and c v the modified landscape area is equal to or greater than 2,500 square feet, is 50% of E CL the total landscape area and the modifications are completed within one year. o d d 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. ° r GGG. "Soil moisture sensing device" or `soil moisture sensor' means a device that < measures the amount of water in the soil. The device may also suspend or initiate o an irrigation event. `o a �..s a HHH. "Soil texture" means the classification of soil based on its percentage of sand, silt, � - m and clay. in a c 111. -Special Landscape Area" (SLA) means an area of the landscape dedicated solely to edible plants areas irrigated with recycled water, water features using recycled °- U water and areas dedicated to active play such as parks sports fields golf courses a w and where turf provides a playing surface. ° c d JJJ. "Sprinkler head" means a device which delivers water through a nozzle. v — m N KKK. "Static water pressure" means the pipeline or municipal water supply pressure c when water is not flowing. w E LLL. "Station" means an area served by one valve or by a set of valves that operate o U simultaneously. rn G MMM."Swing ioint" means an irrigation component that provides a flexible leak-free m connection between the emission device and lateral pipeline to allow movement in a any direction and to prevent equipment damage. E v ° a 111-19.28-24 Re% 1,1 111113 PacketPg. 133 6.B.a LANDSCAPING STANDARDS— 19.28 ATTACHMENT A NNN. '*Turf' means a around cover surface of mowed grass. Annual bluegrass, Kentucky bluegrass Perennial ryegrass Red fescue and Tall fescue are cool- season grasses Bertnudagrass Kikuvugrass Seashore Paspalum, St. o z uizustinegrass Zovsiamss and Buffalo grass are warm-season grasses. d E 000. "Valve"means a device used to control the flow of water in the irrigation system. c 0 E PPP. "Water conserving plant species" means a plant species identified as having a low ¢ a plant factor. o U c QQQ. "Water feature" means a design element where open water performs an aesthetic E or recreational function Water features include ponds lakes waterfalls, fountains, o artificial streams spas and swimming pools (where water is artificially supplied). m The surface area of water features is included in the high water use hvdrozone 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 o not subject to the water budget calculation. U RRR. "Watering window"means the time of day irrigation is allowed. o 0 0 SSS. "WUCOLS" means the Water Use Classification of Landscape Species published by the University of California Cooperative Extension. the Department of Water Resources and the Bureau of Reclamation, 2000 (Ord. MC-1320, 01-04-10) in 0 c m APP14CABHAT-Y c 0 Q OC25 peFeefit ef&EisgFjg oommorsial eF industrial buildings shall be in eompiiaiw@ With lhO w 0 pr@N,isionp, of 1his seetion atid must have a minimufn ef 4 points eaeh, based on the d Landseape and o ry (See Chapter 17.07) (n C ]J O N N E E 0 -a;...t4,-P, into of this seetion. A,pplieatiens tbr Extensions of Time, Millof Modifiewieffs, and Amendmews to C + C C DEMMPON$ a c 6tat' drain Valve or Cheek Vals,e. A vak,e l0eat_J .•J.,. .. sprinkler head, or in a later-a! E 9upply line te held water ill the �84 dfatflage ffemi the 16"N ef eleN at OH [11-19.28-25 Rec btuy l-W4 Packet Pg. 134 6.B.a LANDSCAPING STANDARDS- 19.28 ATTACHMENT A 0 vrocrrts-ivlermtri-artc _cp�. n MWA ,.0 1.HdS e f .l ,.t,.. o that e- r ,l h .l .1 for, A eenstimpfien ..C. .ate ifieloding a ffie nt irrigation e..h..'..ues G Z using and systems, rafflifnizing the area of turf oeverage, as well as a plant C ..:../ and-a and,. E -a c Eeelegisal D D A » e..t ..h.,..e the site is inwritionally altered to establish y E al ,! C a a' h' ale.n»i habitat Q 0 -Ys'i�lBEf3NSE1EaE19i1 The .. ,...t:... �C .. ...,,.. a M.e,1 train ..,1:..,,,,_t sail ,....faee.. ....A U transpired by piants during as -1-1, E lr. A portion ..0 thy. h...A,. e,l he 1 h -a.. ve-ln that G area — eP �b_P d Pted. Far _... . le naturalized area planted with native vegetation that will 0 N N a The entire ...._..el le..q the building footprint, ,1..:..e...ays T irrigated Eton pertions of parlE fig O . Water features 1 r ).1 d h 1 1 C L 1.....1,.eaped area. de,l:e.ted to r- � a plants,edible vegetable U Mulgh. -Amy orgartie fflatefial suoh as leaves, baFIE, strew or other materials left lease and r 0 a Rain Sensing n., n systera h'eh ....t.. atisalt shuts ..CC the entire atiON S stets R ..h,... :t Fairs-ors r C A D 1 Area. Areas C aetive play .._ - .eh as .....t.. fields, sehoel . ..-A.. C r O ids, a othew areams ivith -intense feet tFaffie as determined by the DireetsF Fif U .....»......and Community Seniees. w Q Ree v�1 a^7/ D 1 d Water. Treated C -- C-CC- { / Treated eled C E V N C Soil Moisture Sensing PeN-iep. A des,dee that measwpq the afnetint sfntoF in the sail. 0 N N O U Water ^ Plant. plant ..L__I. _. h b___ d_ 1' __l___._._ _}_'____________, that � ill, .. designed d leeation 'th 1:M'te,1 supplemental water. A lasting of these �E plants is available {:r..M the City, A IL 4. EXEMPRONS aci E r Th_ C ll.... :.. ..hail Lee ..t 4:.,.M the drought t..lerey,t..rOy.:.-ians of t is se O B.r m 111-19.28-26 Rev. flay 11113 PacketPg. 135 6.B.a LANDSCAPING STANDARDS— 19.28 ATTACHMENT A 0 subdivisieni C Z N ^ E Regis c d E v 0 0 U c d E ,J I. 4.1 .lets ....J 1-., tl.e Il;-.�.. ..£ O' 0 oI, neefee d C.............:«,ee., ecl. > :-m-ecT-x�eereunen'aixeeaxxxu xauvo� oe.........�, d p c I additions d 1. d SWWWFeS hieh .ie n . It in aft inerease_ of N N rnefe than-25 pefeent of the 988F , r O r Q U t fnedifioatieft afeas a - -ed by the Fire DepaFtment The Fuel ...edi fteati p areawill L a a a G,. he 11 area ealo latie AdC 871 a 12 nz j( r .. O Q d 19.28.120 APPLICABLE REGULATIONS .. All landscape plans shall be subject to the applicable regulations of the Development Code, 'a including,but not limited to Article 1V, Administration provisions. M m c 0 /Al a ..... !`1.,.....,..171.09 ,.l.1.e AA...,.:,.0al Code) (~j Q 0 O C d E w m c 0 N N E 0 U rn c c m IL c 0 E s v m Y Q 111-19.28-27 Rev. A lay 193 Packet Pg. 136 6.B.a ATTACHMENT B Chapter 17.07 ° WATER EFFICIENT LANDSCAPE ORDINANCE 6 Sections: Z c 17.07.010 Purpose and Intent. 17.07.020 Applicability. 17.07.030 Landscape Design Standards and Planning Guidelines. 17.07.040 Irrigation Requirements. 17.07.050 Landscape Soil Management and Landscape Grading o Requirements. U 17.07.060 Landscape Plan Submittal Requirements. d 17.07.070 Compliance Documentation. E 17.07.080 Irrigation Scheduling, o 17.07,090 Landscape and Irrigation Maintenance Schedule. > d 17.07.100 Irrigation Audit, Irrigation Survey, and Irrigation Water Use Analysis. u, 17.07.110 Irrigation Efficiency. 17.07.120 Provisions for Existing Landscapes. 17.07.130 Water Waste Prevention. ° 17.07.140 Definitions. a 17.07.010 Purpose and Intent. o A. The purpose of this Chapter is to: a d tr 1. Promote the aesthetic and recreational values of landscapes, while m recognizing the need to invest water resources as efficiently as in possible; m c 2. Establish a structure for planning, designing, installing and maintaining water efficient landscapes in new construction and a rehabilitated projects; o c 3. Establish provisions for water management practices and water £ waste prevention in the irrigation of existing landscapes; U) 4. Implement water quality management practices that minimize storm a water and irrigation runoff, to achieve on-site infiltration and w groundwater recharge; E E 5. Promote and encourage the use of low water use plants in 0 landscapes: c 'c 6. Minimize the use of cool season turf; a 7 Promote conservation of potable water by encouraging the use of recycled water and water-conserving technology in landscape E irrigation; m a. Promote public education about water conservation and water a iRev. January 27, 20101 17.7 Packet Pg. 137 0 efficient landscape irrigation. B. The intent of this Chapter is to implement water efficient landscape z regulations at least as effective as the state model ordinance adopted c pursuant to California Government Code Section 65595. E E 17.07.020 Applicability. a After January 1, 2010, the provisions of this Chapter shall apply as follows: v 0 U A. All provisions of this Chapter for planning, design, installation and management of new landscapes shall apply to the following new E construction and rehabilitation landscape projects normally subject to 0 building or landscaping plan review and permits: In 1. Public agency projects and private development projects with a ;n landscape area equal to or greater than 2,500 square feet; N v 2. Developer-installed single-family and mule-family residential projects o with a landscape area equal to or greater than 2,500 square feet in the aggregate. a U 3. Homeowner-installed and/or homeowner-hired single-family and multi-family residential projects with a total project landscape area 0 equal to or greater than 5,000 square feet; C B. Limited Applicability. Existing landscapes, cemeteries and certain Special A Landscape Areas are exempt from some provisions of this Chapter, as follows: 0 O 1. Existing landscapes installed before January 1,2010 and exceeding '*6 1 acre in area are subject only to water waste prevention and a efficient irrigation requirements of Sections 17.07.120 and 5 17.07.130. c d E 2. New cemeteries or cemetery expansion projects exceeding 2,500 square feet in landscape area shall be subject to the Water Efficient f0 Landscape worksheet requirement and the irrigation analysis and o maintenance requirements of Section 17.07.090 and Section a 17.07.100. E E 0 3. New development or rehabilitation of landscapes including Special L) Landscape Areas (SLA's), such as edible landscapes, landscapes irrigated with recycled water, and active parks or sport field c landscaping shall be subject to the provisions.of this Ordinance, A except that the Maximum Applied Water Allowance(MAWA)shall be a adjusted to provide for adequate irrigation of SLA's. d E r C. Exemptions. The provisions of this Chapter shall not apply to the following 0 exempt landscapes: a [Rev. January 27, 20101 17-8 Packet Pg 138- 0 1. Registered local, state or federal historical sites; 2. Ecological restoration projects that do not require permanent c irrigation systems; d E 3. Mined land restoration projects that do not require permanent e irrigation systems; E 4. Botanical gardens and arboretums open to the public. 0 U 17.07.030 Landscape Design Standards and Planning Guidelines. c d E For the efficient use of water, landscapes shall be carefully designed and c planned to thrive in local soil and climatic conditions and to suit the intended w function of the project. The following design guidelines shall also be considered in o landscape planning: N a A. Plant Selection: 0 1. Native plants and drought-tolerant species are encouraged to promote low-maintenance, water efficient landscapes. a U 2. Any plant may be used in the landscape, provided that the °- EAWU (estimated annual applied water use) does not o exceed the MAWA (maximum annual applied water allowance). m 3. Plants with similar water use requirements shall be grouped 'a together in "hydrozones" whenever possible. C C O 4. Turf areas should be minimal, limited mainly to active g recreation areas and small laws. Where turf is used, it a should not be planted on slopes greater than 4:1, and warm season varieties are preferred. C E m 5. Fire resistant plant species and fuel modification m requirements shall be the top priority for landscape design in high fire hazard areas. o .2 N 6. Invasive plant species should be avoided, especially near E natural areas, fuel modification zones, parks and water E bodies. c0� a� S 7. The use of mulch is encouraged to retain moisture. c M 8. Plant placement shall be planned to create shade in summer a and permit solar gain in winter. d E r 9. Plant size and root characteristics at maturity should be M considered in plant selection and placement, to avoid a damage to property or infrastructure. [Rev. January 27, 20101 17-9 Packet Pg.139 6.B.a 0 B. Water Features: 1. Recirculating water systems shall be used for all decorative z° water features. v 2. If available, recycled water should be used in decorative water features, except pools and spas. E a 3. The surface area of a water feature shall be included in w v MAWA calculation with an evaporation rate of equivalent to 0 that of a high water use plant. d E 4. Pool and spa covers are highly recommended. c d C. Content Requirements of Landscape Design Plans: ' Ln d 0 1. Each hydrozone shall be identified as a "low", "moderate", 'high" or"mixed"water use zone. 0 2. Landscape areas with unique water budget considerations, such as recreation areas, areas dedicated to edible landscapes, and areas to be irrigated with recycled water shall be delineated. ° 0 0 3. Areas planned for soil amendments, mulch application, d surface water features and hardscapes (pervious and impervious) shall be delineated with applicable notes R regarding installation and design. rn v c 4. On-site design measures for storm water quality management shalt be identified to demonstrate consistency with the corresponding Water Quality Management Plan a (WQMP). o c 17.07.040 Irrigation Requirements. E d A A. All irrigation systems shall be designed and maintained to prevent runoff, in over-spray, low head drainage and other conditions of water waste. Soil c types and infiltration rates shall be considered when designing irrigation y systems,and irrigation plans shall be designed to meet specific water needs E of each hydrozone, to maximize the efficiency of the irrigation system. E 0 U B. Dedicated (separate) landscape water meters shall be installed at new c project sites with landscape areas greater than 5,000 square feet, subject c to concurrence of the water purveyor. R a C. The following equipment shall be required to control water waste in new v irrigation systems subject to this Ordinance: E r 0 .�° 1. Automatic irrigation controllers that utilize evapotranspiration or soil a moisture sensor data to adjust the frequency and/or duration of (Rev. January 27, 20101 17-10 Packet Pg.140 ,.= 6.B.a irrigation in response to changing weather conditions; 2. Rain sensors with automatic shut-off features; c Z 3. Anti-drain check valves to prevent low-head drainage in sprinkle d heads; E M C 0 4. Pressure regulators as needed when the static water pressure E exceeds the maximum recommended operating pressure; and d 0 0 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 E emergency or a routine repair. 0 0 d D. Irrigation Design Standards: 'm 0 1. The irrigation system shall be designed and installed to conform to N the project water budget (MAWA), based on planting plans for the project hydrozones; 0 2. Overhead irrigation shall not be permitted within a 24-inch setback 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 C surfacing of the setback may be mulch, gravel, or other porous a material. These restrictions may be modified if: W m (a) the landscape area is adjacent to permeable surfacing and no runoff occurs; or C 0 C (b) the adjacent non-permeable surfaces are designed and 0 constructed to drain entirely to landscaping; or a 0 (c) the irrigation designer specifies an alternative design or c technology as part of the Landscape Documentation Package, and clearly demonstrates compliance with the requirements of this Ordinance. =° U) C 3. Slopes greater than 25% shall not be irrigated with an irrigation system with a precipitation rate exceeding 0.75 inches per hour. w This restriction may be modified if the irrigation designer specifies an E alternative design or technology as part of the Landscape c0 Documentation Package, and clearly demonstrates that no excess a runoff or erosion will occur. This demonstration shall be confirmed C by an irrigation audit. C m IL E. The irrigation plan shall be prepared separate from the landscape planting c plan, but it shall be consistent with the planting plan and shall conform to all E E requirements of this Ordinance. � u M F. A Water Management Plan shall be prepared to accompany the irrigation a ;Rev. January 27, 20 101 17-11 Packet Pg.141 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 z° and schedule for management of the system. c d G. Recycled Water. Dual water distribution systems allowing irrigation with a recycled water are encouraged, and may be required to be installed on new E construction sites, at the discretion of the water purveyor, and subject to E availability. 0 U 17.07.050 Landscape Soil Management and Landscape Grading Requirements. E CL 0 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 ^� 0 site. The soil analysis shall be incorporated in a soil management plan, LO including the following: v 1. A determination of soil texture, indicating the available water holding o capacity; Ii 2. An approximate soil infiltration rate, or a range of infiltration rates; 0 3. Measures of pH and total soluble salts; and a 0. W 4. Soil management and amendment recommendations. 0: m B. Grading of landscape areas shall be designed to minimize unnecessary soil w compaction, erosion and water waste. Landscape grading shall be C C designed to prevent runoff,avoid disruption of natural drainage patterns and c to support on-site infiltration of storm water and irrigation for water quality - U management. a w 0 17.07.060 Landscape Plan Submittal Requirements. E A Landscape Documentation Package prepared by a licensed landscape architect shall be required for any new construction of landscape or landscape rehabilitation in that is normally subject to building or landscape plan review and permits. The o Landscape Documentation Package shall contain the following elements: N E A. Project information: c U 1. Date; C C 2. Project applicant; m a 3. Project address or location; d E r 4. Total landscape area in square feet; 5. Project type (e.g., new, rehabilitated, public, private, developer or [Rev. January 27, 20101 17-12 Packet Pg. 142 homeowner installed, cemetery, park, etc.); 6. Water supply type(e.g., potable, recycled,well)and identify the local z° retail water purveyor, c v 7. Checklist of all documents in the Landscape Documentation a Package; 4 8. Contact information for the project applicant and property owner; 0 U 9. Applicant signature, dated with the statement, "I agree to comply c with the requirements of the Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance w and submit a complete Landscape Documentation Package". c d B. Water Efficient Landscape Worksheet. Worksheet examples, sample o 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 Worksheet, including: 0 1. Hydrozone information table; 4 U 2. Water budget calculations: o (a) Maximum Applied Water Allowance (MAWA) a (b) Estimated Total Water Use (ETWU); v C. Landscape design plan, prepared according to Section 17.07.030; R D. Irrigation design plan, prepared according to Section 17.07.040; c E. Soil management report, prepared according to Section 7.07.050(A); and .0 a F. Grading design plan, prepared according to Section 17.07.050(8). c c 17.07.070 Compliance Documentation. E d A. Certificate of Completion. Prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy in 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: 2 E 1. The landscaping has been installed in conformance with the approved planting and irrigation plans; .E 2. The automatic irrigation controller has been set according to the irrigation schedule; a c 3. The irrigation system has been adjusted to maximize irrigation E efficiency and eliminate over-spray and runoff; and v A 4. A copy of the irrigation schedule has been given to the property 4 (Rev. January 27, 20101 17-13 Packet Pg. 143 6.B.a 0 owner. B. Completed Landscape Documentation Packages and Certificates of z° Completion shall be made available for review by the water purveyor. Sites c found to be out of compliance with the provisions of this Ordinance may be E subject to landscape water audits and compliance enforcement by the water C purveyor. a 17.070.080 Irrigation Scheduling. 0 U A. For the efficient use of water, all irrigation schedules shall be developed, managed, and evaluated to utilize the minimum amount of water required d to maintain plant health. Irrigation schedules shall meet the following E E CL 0 criteria: d 1. Irrigation scheduling shall be regulated by automatic irrigation controllers. 2. Overhead irrigation shall be scheduled between 8:00 p.m.and 10:00 g a.m. unless weather conditions prevent it. If allowable hours of T 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. 0 0 3. For implementation of the irrigation schedule, particular attention d 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 less than or equal to Maximum Applied Water Allowance (MAWA). Actual irrigation schedules shall be regulated by automatic irrigation `o controllers using current reference evapotranspiration data (e.g., CIMIS) or soil moisture sensor data. a 0 0 17.07.090 Landscape and Irrigation Maintenance Schedule. E A. Landscapes shall be maintained to ensure water use efficiency. A regular maintenance schedule shall be submitted with the Certificate of Completion. in c 0 B. A regular maintenance schedule shall include, but not be limited to, routine 0 inspection; adjustment and repair of the irrigation system and its N .A components; aerating and dethatching turf areas; replenishing mulch; c fertilizing; pruning, weeding in all landscape areas, and removing any v obstruction to emission devices. Operation of the irrigation system outside c the normal watering window is allowed for auditing and system c maintenance. R CL C. Repair of all irrigation equipment shall be done with the originally installed a components or their equivalents. E 0 A D. A project applicant is encouraged to implement sustainable or a environmentally-friendly practices for overall landscape maintenance. [Rev. January 27, 2010] 17-14 PacketPg. 144" 6.B.a 17.07.100 Irrigation Audit, Irrigation Survey, and Irrigation Water Use Analysis. 0 A. All landscape irrigation audits shall be conducted by a certified landscape Z c irrigation auditor. E a B. For new landscape construction and rehabilitated landscape projects installed after January 1, 2010: d a 1. The project applicant shall submit an irrigation audit report with the 0 U Certificate of Completion to the City that may include, but is not limited to: inspection, system tune-up, system test with distribution d uniformity, reporting overspray or run off that causes overland flow, c and preparation of an irrigation schedule; d 2. The City or the water purveyor may conduct or require an irrigation °. water use analysis, irrigation audit, or irrigation survey for N compliance with the Maximum Applied Water Allowance (MAWA). v 0 C. For existing landscapes thatwere 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 a use to a level that does not exceed the Maximum Applied Water Allowance c 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 A irrigation auditor. N a C a 17.07.110 Irrigation Efficiency. c A. For the purpose of determining Maximum Applied Water Allowance,average Q 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 w 17.07.120 Provisions for Existing Landscapes m U) c 0 A. The City or the water purveyor may enforce the requirements contained in y this Ordinance, and may assess penalties for water waste in existing E landscapes constructed prior to January 1, 2010. c U 17.07.130 Water Waste Prevention a' c 'c c A. Water waste resulting from inefficient landscape irrigation is prohibited. m Runoff of irrigation water into the public right-of-way, caused by low head a drainage,.brokensprinkler heads,overspray,or other similar conditions shall C m be prohibited. Overspray or runoff onto adjacent property, non-irrigated E areas, walks, roadways, parking lots, or structures shall be prohibited. m Restrictions regarding overspray and runoff may be modified if: a ["Rev. January 27, 20101 17-I5 Packet Pg. 145 1. The landscape area is adjacent to permeable surfacing and no runoff occurs; or 6 2. The adjacent non-permeable surfaces are designed and constructed Z to drain entirely to landscaping. v 17.07.140 Definitions E a The terms used in this ordinance have the meaning set forth below: 0 A lied water"means the portion of water supplied b the irrigation system (a) PP P PP Y 9 � to the landscape. E 0. (b) "Automatic irrigation controller" means an automatic timing device used to d remotely control valves that operate an irrigation system. Automatic o irrigation controller schedule irrigation events using either evapotranspiration (weather-based) or soil moisture data. LO v (c) "Backflow prevention device" means a safety device used to prevent c pollution or contamination of the water supply due to the reverse flow of water from the irrigation system. a U (d) "Certificate of Completion" means the document required under Section c 17.07.070. 0 a (e) "Certified irrigation designer' means a person certified to design irrigation systems by an accredited academic institution, a professional trade m organization, or other program such as the US Environmental Protection y Agency's WaterSense irrigation designer certification program and Irrigation Association's Certified Irrigation Designer program. 0 (f) "Certified landscape irrigation auditor" means a person certified to perform a landscape irrigation audits by an accredited academic institution, a c professional trade organization or other program such as the US c Environmental Protection Agency's WaterSense irrigation auditor E certification program and Irrigation Association's Certified Landscape 2 Irrigation Auditor program. m in 0 (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. E 0 v (h) "Common interest developments" means community apartment projects, condominium projects, planned developments, and stock cooperatives per E Civil Code Section 1351. a. (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. E t U G) "Drip irrigation" means any non-spray low volume irrigation system utilizin g Y a emission devices with a flow rate measured in gallons per hour. Low (Rev. February 2, 20 101 17-16 Packet Pg. 146 volume irrigation systems are specifically designed to apply small volumes of water slowly at or near the root zone of plants. 0 (k) "Ecological restoration project" means a project where the site is Z intentionally altered to establish a defined, indigenous, historic ecosystem. E v (1) "Effective precipitation"or"usable rainfall" (Eppt)means the portion of total E precipitation which becomes available for plant growth. a d v (m) "Emitter" means a drip irrigation emission device that delivers water slowly 0 from the system to the soil. m (n) "Established landscape" means the point at which plants in the landscape c have developed significant root growth into the soil. Typically, most plants are established after one or two years of growth. w 0 (o) "Establishment period of the plants" means the first year after installing the v plant in the landscape or the first two years if irrigation will be terminated after establishment. Typically, most plants are established are established c 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(8), 0 0 (q) "ET Adjustment Factor"(ETAF)means a factor of 0.7, that,when applied to d reference evapotranspiration, adjusts for plant factors and irrigation efficiency, two major influences upon the amount of water that needs to be A applied to the landscape. N a c A combined plant mix with a site-wide average of 0.5 is the basis of the plant c 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 0 ETAF for existing non-rehabilitated landscapes is 0.8. E (r) "Evapotranspiration rate" means the quantity of water evaporated from A adjacent soil and other surfaces and transpired by plants during a specified c time. o .y N (s) "Flow rate" means the rate at which water flows through pipes, valves and E emission devices, measured in gallons per minute, gallons per hour, or E cubic feet per second. 0 rn c (t) "Hardscapes" means any durable material (pervious and non-pervious). c C A (u) "Homeowner-provided landscaping"means any landscaping either installed a by a private individual for a single family residence or installed by a licensed C m 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 excludes speculative homes, which are not owner-occupied dwellings. R (Rev. February 2, 2010] 17-17 Packet Pg. 147 6.B.a (v) "Hydrozone" means a portion of the landscaped area having plants with similar water needs. A hydrozone may be irrigated or non-irrigated. 6 (w) "Infiltration rate" means the rate of water entry into the soil expressed as a z c depth of water per unit of time (e.g., inches per hour). E E (x) "Invasive plant species" means species of plants not historically found in California that spread outside cultivated areas and can damage ¢ environmental or economic resources. Invasive species may be regulated v by county agricultural agencies as noxious species. "Noxious weeds" 0 means any weed designated by the Weed Control Regulations in the Weed Control Act and identified on a Regional District noxious weed control list. E Lists of invasive plants are maintained at the California Invasive Plant c Inventory and USDA invasive and noxious weeds database. d (y) "Irrigation audit" means an in-depth evaluation of the performance of an irrigation system conducted by a Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor. An irrigation audit includes, but is not limited to: inspection, system tune-up, system test with distribution uniformity or emission uniformity, reporting o overspray or runoff that causes overland flow, and preparation of an irrigation schedule. U (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 d characteristics and management practices. The minimum average irrigation w efficiency for purposes of this ordinance is 0.71. Greater irrigation efficiency @ can be expected from well designed and maintained systems. v C R (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 - limited to: inspection,system test, and written recommendations to improve a performance of the irrigation system. o c d (bb) "Irrigation water use analysis" means an analysis of water use data based E on meter readings and billing data. (cc) "Landscape architect" means a person who holds a license to practice o landscape architecture in the state of California Business and Professions N Code, Section 5615. E E (dd) "Landscape area" means all the planting areas, turf areas, and water U features in a landscape design plan subject to the Maximum Applied Water Allowance calculation. The landscape area does not include footprints of c buildings or structures, sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, decks, patios, R gravel or stone walks,other pervious or non-pervious hardscapes,and other a non-irrigated areas designated for non-development(e.g.,open spaces and existing native vegetation). z U (ee) "Landscape contractor" means a person licensed by the state of California A a to construct, maintain, repair, install, or subcontract the development of [Rev. January 27, 20101 17-18 Packet Pg. 148 6.Ba landscape systems. (ff) "Landscape Documentation Package"means the documents required under c Section 17.07.060. Z c d (gg) "Landscape project" means total area of landscape in a project as defined in "landscape area" for the purposes of this ordinance, meeting w requirements under Section 17.07.020. E d (hh) "Lateral line" means the water delivery pipeline that supplies water to the 0 emitters or sprinklers from the valve. d (ii) "Local agency" means a city or county, including a charter city or charter c county, that is responsible for adopting and implementing the ordinance. d The local agency is also responsible for the enforcement of this ordinance, c including but not limited to, approval of a permit and plan check or design review of a project. N v (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 c such as drip, drip lines, and bubblers. Low volume irrigation systems are c specifically designed to apply small volumes of water slowly at or near the d root zone of plants. w m (II) "Main line"means the pressurized pipeline that delivers waterfrom the water in source to the valve or outlet. ° c m C (mm) "Maximum Applied Water Allownace" (MAWA) means the upper limit of c 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 E 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 irrigated with recycled c water are subject to the MAWA with an ETAF not to exceed 1.0. y N (nn) "Microclimate"means the climate of a small, specific area that may contrast E E with the climate of the overall landscape area due to factors such as wind, sun exposure, plant density, or proximity to reflective surfaces. rn c (oo) "Mined-land reclamation projects"means any surface mining operation with A a reclamation plan approved in accordance with the Surface Mining and a Reclamation Act of 1975. d E (pp) "Mulch" means any organic material such as leaves, bark, straw, compost, or inorganic mineral materials such as rocks, gravel, and decomposed Z granite left loose and applied to the soil surface for the beneficial purposes ¢ [Rev. January 27, 20101 17.19 Packet Pg. 149 6.B.a of reducing evaporation, suppressing weeds, moderating soil temperature, ° and preventing soil erosion. 6 (qq) "New construction" means, for the purposes of this ordinance, a new c building with a landscape or other new landscape, such as a park, d playground, or greenbelt without an associated building. a c d (rr) "Operating pressure"means the pressure at which the parts of an irrigation E system are designed by the manufacturer to operate. 0 (ss) "Overhead sprinkler irrigation systems" means systems that deliver water c through the air (e.g., spray heads and rotors). d E a 0 (tt) "Overspray"means the irrigation water which is delivered beyond the target area. d 0 (uu) "Permit" means an authorizing document issued by local agencies for new v construction or rehabilitated landscapes. 0 (vv) "Pervious" means any surface or material that allows the passage of water through the material and into the underlying soil. Q U (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 r 0 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 o: 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 rn publication "Water Use Classification of Landscape Species". m C (xx) "Precipitation rate" means the rate of application of water measured in u inches per hour. a w 0 (yy) "Project applicant" means the individual or entity submitting a Landscape 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 be the property owner or his or her designee. in 0 O (zz) "Rain sensor" or "rain sensing shutoff device" means a component which N automatically suspends an irrigation event when it rains. E (aaa) "Record drawing"or"as-builts"means a set of reproducible drawings which U show significant changes in the work made during construction and which are usually based on drawings marked up in the field and other data furnished by the contractor. R a (bbb) "Recreational area" means areas dedicated to active play such as parks, d sports fields, and golf courses where turf provides a playing surface. E U (ccc) "Recycled water", "reclaimed water", or "treated sewage effluent water" a means treated or recycled waste water of a quality suitable for non-potable [Rev January 27. 20101 17-20 Packet Pg.150 6B.a uses such as landscape irrigation and water features. This water is not intended for human consumption. 0 (ddd) "Reference evapotranspiration" or "ETo" means a standard measurement Z of environmental parameters which affect the water use of plants. ETo is expressed in inches per day, month, or year as represented in the sample a materials referenced in Section 17.07.060(B), 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 U differences in climate can be accommodated. c m (eee) "Rehabilitated landscape" means any re-landscaping project that requires c 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. P (fff) "Runoff' means water which is not absorbed by the soil or landscape to 0 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. 0 (ggg) "Soil moisture sensing device"or'soil moisture sensor"means a device that c measures the amount of water in the soil. The device may also suspend or initiate an irrigation event. R (hhh) "Soil texture" means the classification of soil based on its percentage of y sand, silt, and clay. c (iii) "Special Landscape Area"(SLA)means an area of the landscape dedicated 0 solely to edible plants, areas irrigated with recycled water, water features using recycled water and areas dedicated to active play such as parks, o sports fields, golf courses, and where turf provides a playing surface. E (jjj) "Sprinkler head" means a device which delivers water through a nozzle. in (kkk) "Static water pressure" means the pipeline or municipal water supply r 0 pressure when water is not flowing. N E (Ill) "Station" means an area served by one valve or by a set of valves that operate simultaneously. 0 a c (mmm) "Swing joint" means an irrigation component that provides a flexible, leak- r_ free connection between the emission device and lateral pipeline to allow A movement in any direction and to prevent equipment damage. a c d (nnn) Turf' means a ground rover surface of mowed grass. Annual bluegrass, E Kentucky bluegrass, Perennial ryegrass, Red fescue, and Tall fescue are U cool-season grasses. Bermudagrass, Kikuyugrass, Seashore Paspalum, a St. Augustinegrass, Zoysiagrass, and Buffalo grass are warm-season ;Rev. February 2, 20101 17-21 Packet Pg. 151- 0 grasses. (000) "Valve" means a device used to control the flow of water in the irrigation d system. z d (ppp) "Water conserving plant species"means a plant species identified as having c a low plant factor. E (qqq) "Water feature" means a design element where open water performs an v aesthetic or recreational function. Water features include ponds, lakes, c0 waterfalls, fountains, artificial streams, spas, and swimming pools (where water is artificially supplied). The surface area of water features is included E in the high water use hydrozone of the landscape area. Constructed c wetlands used for on-site wastewater treatment or stormwater best w management practices that are not irrigated and used solely for water c treatment or stormwater retention are not water features and, therefore, are not subject to the water budget calculation. N V r (rrr) "Watering window" means the time of day irrigation is allowed. o (sss) "WUCOLS" means the Water Use Classification of Landscape Species published by the University of California Cooperative Extension, the Department of Water Resources and the Bureau of Reclamation, 2000. c (Ord. MC-1320, 01-04-10) O a d m U) a c R c 0 O Q w O Y d E d A y C O N N E E O U c C C R o. Z.; m E L U A Q (Rev January 27, 20101 1' �� Packet Pg.152 `,6.B.b p pNARa John Coule,Chair Larry Heasley, Vice-Chair Jim Mulvihill CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO g a Lance Durr COMMUNITYDEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT `�,A�✓-U';e�� Andrew Machen Amelia S.Lopez 300 North "D"Street, San Bernardino, California 92418 James Eble Phone:(909)384-505715071 • Fax:(909)384-5080 George Rawls Dan C.Jimenez O r PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES o *DRAFT Z REGULAR MEETING NOVEMBER 16,2011 d E GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO.09-02 &CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.09-09 a d 0 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT MODIFICATION NO. I1-02 (CUP 06-33) c m DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT NO. 11-10 E 0 m m 0 u� N V r N d J C w R 0 C O N N E E O U rn c c c R a c m E r v Q Page I of 5 11/16/2011 Packet Pg. 153 6.B.b 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: Conte. Staff present: M. Margo Wheeler, Community Development Director; Henry Empeiio, 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, Assistant to the Mayor. z0 c ADMINISTRATION OF OATH E Aron Liang administered the oath. v E CONSENT AGENDA: a 0 Terri Rahhal, City Planner, recommended the meeting minutes of October 26, 2011 for U c approval. d E CL Commissioner Jimenez made a motion to approve the minutes. Commissioner Eble seconded —0 the motion. d 0 The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Durr, Eble, Heasley, Jimenez, Lopez, Machen, N Mulvihill and Rawls.Nays: None. Abstain:None. Absent: Coute. PUBLIC COMMENTS-ITEMS NOT ON AGENDA No comments. N d PUBLIC HEARINGS c 2. GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 09-02 & CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT x NO. 09-09—A request to change the land use designation of approximately 1 acre from 2 RS,Residential Suburban to CG-1, Commercial General and a proposal to establish a C neighborhood grocery store at 1111 West 9' Street. 0 N Environmental Recommendation: Exempt from CEQA, Section 15301 —Existing E E Facilities 0 U Owner: Saysol Properties Applicant: Tulsi Savani C APN: 0139-243-13 M Ward: 1 0 d Aron Liang, Senior Planner,gave a brief staff report on the project. E U A Commissioner Jimenez asked if beer and wine would be sold at the facility. a C. Kofi Allen, 17906 Corrine Way,Riverside, CA,Project Representative, said no alcohol would be sold at this location. r Page 2 of 5 11/16/2011 PacketPg. 154 6.B.b 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 z6 the Type 20 ABC application because the location of the project was in a residential neighborhood. Mr. Savani said that after the business is operating he may re-apply for a Type E 20 ABC license later. c d E Vice-Chair Heasley asked if an additional Conditional Use Permit would be required for a Type 20 ABC license. o a Terri Rahhal said yes. r E a Vice-Chair Heasley asked if employees would be hired locally. d d Tulsi Savani said yes. N Commission Jimenez asked staff and the applicant about the stores operated by the applicant in other cities. 7 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 Q. Commissioner Mulvihill seconded the motion. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Durr, Eble Heasley, Jimenez Lopez, Machen, m o Mulvihill and Rawls.Nays: None. Abstain: None. Absent: Conte. o y N Ms.Wheeler announced that the project would be presented to the Mayor and Common Council E on December 19,2011. o U rn 3. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT MODIFICATION NO. 11-02 (CUP 06-33) — A =_ 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. v E Environmental Recommendation: Exempt from CEQA, Section 15301 —Existing Facilities a Owner/Applicant: La Placita on 2"d Street, LLC APN: 0138-263-03 Ward: 1 Page 3 of 5 11/16/2011 Packet Pg. 155 6.B.b �^ 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 site. 6 Carlos Losada, 9550 Firestone Boulevard, No. 105, Downey, CA, Project Manager, said Z 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 infiltration. v E a Commissioner Eble made a motion to approve Conditional Use Modification No. 11-02 (CUP o 06-33)based on the Findings of Fact contained in the staff report and subject to the Conditions of Approval (Attachment Q. Commissioner Mulvihill seconded the motion. r v E Q. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Durr, Eble, Heasley, Jimenez, Lopez, Machen, —° W Mulvihill and Rawls. Nays:None. Abstain: None. Absent: Conte. d 0 Ms. Wheeler announced that the Planning Commission approval was a final action in the absence of an appeal filed within fifteen days. 4. DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT NO. 11-10 — A proposal to amend Chapter 19.28 "Landscaping Standards" of the Development Code to update plan review procedures and water conservation standards. 3 c Proposed by: City of San Bernardino Environmental Recommendation: Exempt from CEQA—Section 15061(b)(3) Area affected: City-wide o` 0 0 Lori Farris,Assistant Planner, gave a brief description of the proposed amendment. Commissioner Mulvihill made a motion to recommend approval of Development Code 0 Amendment No. 11-10 based on the Findings of Fact contained in the staff report. rn Commissioner Rawls seconded the motion. c C t0 The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Durr, Eble, Heasley, Jimenez, Lopez, Machen, a Mulvihill and Rawls.Nays:None. Abstain:None. Absent: Conte. r E t Ms. Wheeler announced that the proposed Development Code Amendment would be presented @ to the Mayor and Common Council on December 19, 2011. PLANNING COMMISSION REPORTS/ANNOUNCEMENTS Vice-Chair Heasley and the other commissioners and staff expressed condolences to Chair Page 4 of 5 11 1 6!2011 Packet Pg. 156 6.B.b 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. 0 Casey Dailey gave a presentation on regional transportation plans. 0 z Terri Rahhal announced that she had accepted a position with the County of San Bernardino beginning in December and thanked the Commission and Staff �E c d M. Margo Wheeler thanked Terri for her service to the City and her assistance with the changes E to Community Development. 0 Henry Empeno also stated that Terri had been an asset to the City. c d ADJOURNMENT a 0 Commissioner Eble made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Durr and unanimously carved, 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. Minutes Adopted by Planning Commissioners: .. Date Approved: Minutes Prepared by: v c Melissa Thurman w Executive Assistant 0 c 0 N N E E 0 U Ot c C C A a c Q E L V f0 Q Page 5 of 5 11/16/2011 i Packet Pg. 157 i I ORDINANCE NO. 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: 0 6 WHEREAS, the State Legislature has found that the waters of the State of California are of 7 limited supply; and z6 8 WHEREAS, the State Legislature has also found that landscapes are essential to the quality of 9 life in California, by providing areas for active and passive recreation and as an enhancement to the m 10 environment by cleaning the air and water, preventing erosion, offering fire protection, and replacing d ecosystems lost to development; and c U 12 WHEREAS, it is the policy of the City of San Bernardino to promote water conservation and to d E c 13 continually monitor and improve water conservation efforts to ensure effective protection of water y 14 resources; and o 15 � WHEREAS, on January 4, 2010, the Mayor and Common Council unanimously adopted v 16 Ordinance No. MC-1320 as an ordinance adding the Water Efficient Landscaping Ordinance to Chapter 17 17.07 of the Municipal Code; and .y 18 WHEREAS, on November 16, 2011, the Planning Commission of the City of San Bernardino W Ln 19 conducted a noticed public hearing to receive and consider public testimony and a staff report v f 20 recommending the proposed amendments to the Municipal Code,and recommended that the Mayor and 21 Common Council adopt the amendments as proposed; and E L 22 O WHEREAS, on December 19, 2011, the Mayor and Common Council of the City of San 23 Bernardino conducted a noticed public hearing to receive and consider public testimony and a staff E U 24 report recommending the proposed amendments to the Municipal Code. a 25 26 NOW, THEREFORE, THE MAYOR AND COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO DO ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS: 27 28 SECTION 1. The Mayor and Common Council find that the above-stated Recitals are true and hereby adopts and incorporates them herein. t Packet Pg. 158 6.B.c 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 11, Section 7 of the California 5 Constitution, California Government Code Section 65595, and Sections 30 and 40(z) of the Charter of 6 the City of San Bernardino. 7 SECTION 3. San Bernardino Municipal Code Chapter 17.07 is repealed its contents relocated to 6 8 Section 19.28.110, as shown on Exhibit A. E 9 SECTION 4. San Bernardino Municipal Code (Development Code) Chapter 19.28, w 10 "Landscaping Standards"is hereby amended as shown on Exhibit A. m 11 SECTION 5. Compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act. The Mayor and 0 12 Common Council finds that this Ordinance is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act E CL 13 (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines, the general rule that an activity that v 14 will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment is c" 15 exempt. N v 16 SECTION 6. Severability. If any section, subsection, subdivision, sentence, or clause or phrase 17 in this Ordinance or any part thereof is for any reason held to be unconstitutional, invalid or ineffective .2 N 18 by any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity or effectiveness of the 19 remaining portions of this Ordinance or any part thereof The Mayor and Common Council hereby 20 declares that it would have adopted each section irrespective of the fact that any one or more 21 subsections, subdivisions, sentences, clauses, or phrases be declared unconstitutional, invalid, or v 22 ineffective. 0 c 23 E 24 Q 25 26 27 28 2 Packet Pg. 159 s.B.e I AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF 2 SAN BERNARDINO REPEALING CHAPTER 17.07 AND AMENDING CHAPTER 19.28 OF 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 5 of the City of San Bernardino at a meeting thereof, held on the day of 2011,by the following vote,to wit: 6 COUNCIL MEMBERS: AYES NAYS ABSTAIN ABSENT 7 c 8 MARQUEZ m 9 JENKINS d 10 BRINKER a a SHORETT 12 c m KELLEY E 13 c d 14 JOHNSON 0 15 MC CAMMACK N v 16 17 0 Rachel Clark, City Clerk T 18 d 19 The foregoing Ordinance is hereby approved this day of 2011. N v 20 c 21 PATRICK J. MORRIS, Mayor 22 City of San Bernardino 0 c 23 £ Approved as to form: 24 Z zs JAMES F. PENMAN a City Attomey 26 27 28 3 Packet Pg. 160 «:6 8 LANDSCAPING STANDARDS—19.28 EXHIBIT A CHAPTER 19.28 LANDSCAPING STANDARDS Section Page 19.28.010 Purpose............................................................................................................. 111-19.28-1 19.28.020 Application....................................................................................................... 111-19.28-2 19.28.030 General Regulations......................................................................................... III-19.28-2 19.28.040 Screening Requirements.................................................................................. 111-19.28-4 19.28.050 Setback and Parkway Treatment Standards.................................................... 111-19.28-7 19.28.060 Comer Treatment Standards...................:........................................................ III-19.28-8 19.28.070 Installation of Landscaping.............................................................................. 111-19.28-8 Z 19.28.080 Maintenance of Landscaping........................................................................... 111-19.28-8 c 19.28.090 Removal or Destruction of Trees.................................................................... 111-19.28-9 19.28.100 Erosion Control Landscaping.......................................................................... 111-19.28-9 a 19.28.110 Water Efficient Landscaping Standards......................................................... 111-19.28-9 E 19.28.120 Applicable Requirements................................................................................ III-19.28-11 ¢ d 0 0 Tables c d 19.28.01 Screening Requirements.................................................................................. III-19.28-5 a 0 W Guidelines d 0 G19.28.130 Landscape Design Guidelines......................................................................... III-G19.28-1 19.28.010 PURPOSE ¢ s The purpose of this Chapter is to establish landscaping regulations that are intended to: w v v 1. Enhance the aesthetic appearance of development in all areas of the City by providing m standards relating to quality, quantity and functional aspects of landscaping and landscape screening. o c 2. Increase compatibility between residential and abutting commercial and industrial land uses. E z v 3. Reduce the heat and glare generated by development. a 4. Protect public health, safety, and welfare by minimizing the impact of all forms of physical and visual pollution,controlling soil erosion, screening incompatible land uses,preserving the 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 HI-19.28-1 Rcc Packet Pg. 161 6.B.d LANDSCAPING STANDARDS— 19.28 EXHIBIT A 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. ° 19.28.030 GENERAL REGULATIONS z The comprehensive landscaping P lan shall be prepared following approval of the permit application d E by the review authority. Submittal of the comprehensive plan shall be concurrent with the grading r plan(s) and other documents and reports. This section and those that follow provide the regulations a to be followed in the preparation of the comprehensive landscape program. v 0 In addition to the following regulations, the Director of Community Development shall have the discretion to determine the conformance of a landscape and irrigation plan. CL 0 1. Landscape designs shall be in harmony with the surrounding environment. 0 2. Landscape design and construction shall emphasize drought-tolerant landscaping whenever/wherever possible. 3. Processing of landscape plans shall conform to the policies and procedures of the Department a of Community Development. A fully dimensioned comprehensive landscape and irrigation r plan shall include,but not be limited to: w d U +List of Plants(Common&Latin) +Any other information +Size deemed necessary by the a +Location Director o +Irrigation Plan c +Hrdscape E +Water Elements v m a 4. The planting of trees and shrubs shall comply with the following installation requirements: 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: III-19.28-2 Rev. Packet Pg. 162 LANDSCAPING STANDARDS— 19.28 EXHIBIT A Trees 20%,24 inch box; �... 50%, 15 gallon; In addition, mature trees shall be provided for variety and emphasis of focal areas as follows: 15%mature specimen trees in 36 inch box 15%mature specimen trees in 48 inch box Shrubs o 80%,5 gallon; and 20%, 1 gallon d z Groundcover m 100%coverage within 1 year v C d B. Trees shall be long-lived (minimum life expectancy of 60 years), clean, require little a maintenance, be structurally strong, insect and disease resistant, and require little v pruning. c C. Trees and shrubs shall be planted so that at maturity they do not interfere with o service lines, Traffic Safety Sight Area, basic property rights of adjacent property o owners, particularly the right of solar access, pursuant to Section 19.20.030 (23) d (Solar Energy Design Standards). N D. Trees planted near public curbs shall have a limited root structure and shall be installed in such a manner as to prevent physical damage to sidewalks, curbs, gutters a and other public improvements. A deep root system shall be used. r X 5. Where trees are planted in paved areas, they shall have a protective tree grate. Tree grates w shall be caste iron with a natural finish. A deep root system shall be used. v m c 6. Concrete mow strips are required to separate all turf areas from other landscaped areas for all developments except single family residential. 0' r d 7. Buffer planting shall occur along all freeways and major arterials in order to visually screen r uses and provide noise reduction. This landscaping shall be in addition to screening m requirements set forth in Sec. 19.28.040 below. 8. Appropriate shrubbery and creeping vines shall be provided along all walls and fences adjoining public rights-of-way. 9. When inorganic groundcover is used, it shall be in combination with live plants and shall be limited to an accent feature. III-19.28-3 Rev. Packet Pg. 163 LANDSCAPING STANDARDS— 19.28 EXHIBIT A 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. 19.28.040 SCREENING REQUIREMENTS s 1. Every development shall provide sufficient screening so that neighboring properties are effectively shielded from any adverse impacts of that development or so that the new d developing use shields itself from existing potential impacts from uses already in operation. Z c 0 2. Table 28.01 sets forth the type of screening method required between various uses in order to c provide a mechanism to buffer potential negative impacts. To determine the type of screening E required (Type A, B, or C), find the use in the "Developing Use" column which is similar to the proposed use to be developed and follow that line across the page to its intersection with c the type of use(s) that adjoins the property to be developed. For each intersection square that U contains a letter, the developer is required to install the level of screening indicated. v E CL 0 W 0 N V Q a s X W m U C C_ O C d E L U a III-19.284 Rev. Packet Pg. 164 (06-64 'oN }uawpuawy apoo 3uawdolanap : SZV6) y;(q(gx3 aoueuipAp :;uowyoelltl N r m V7 IL m Y U slauuax a a Q u u a u a Swpleoq 411 u u ,dsoy ueueuua;a ¢ ¢ a Q anonlg ls a s aup!4y!l1 pasopua Allelol I;Op! 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The three basic types of screens that are required by Table 28.01 "Screening Requirements," are as follows: A. OPAQUE SCREEN,TYPE A 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 density of foliage of the subject species, or field observation of existing vegetation. The opaque portion of the screen must be opaque in all seasons of the year. At o maturity, the portion of intermittent visual obstructions should not contain any Z completely unobstructed openings more than 10 feet wide. Suggested planting patterns are shown in Figure 28-1. E c d B. SEMI-OPAQUE SCREEN,TYPE B d a A screen that is opaque from the ground to height of 3 feet, with intermittent visual 0 obstruction from above the opaque portion to a height of at least 20 feet. The semi- r opaque screen is intended to partially block visual contact between uses and to E CL create a strong impression of the separation of spaces. The semi-opaque screen may o © be composed of a wall, fence, landscaped earth berm, or planted vegetation. Compliance of planted vegetative screens will be judged on the basis of the average o mature height and density of foliage of the subject species, or field observation of N existing vegetation. At maturity, the portion of intermittent visual obstructions should not contain any completely unobstructed openings more than 15 feet wide. a a C. BROKEN SCREEN,TYPE C x w A screen composed of intermittent visual obstructions from the ground to a height of at least 20 feet. The broken screen is intended to create the impression of a separation of spaces without necessarily eliminating visual contact between the spaces. It may be composed of a wall, fence, landscaped earth berm, planted vegetation or existing vegetation. Compliance of planted vegetative screens or v natural vegetation will be judged on the basis of the average mature height and E s density of foliage of the subject species, or field observation of existing vegetation. °m The screen may contain deciduous plants. 4. The screening requirements set forth in this section may be interpreted with some flexibility by the Director and Commission in their enforcement of the standards. It is recognized that because of the wide variety of types of developments and the relationships between them, it is neither possible nor prudent to establish inflexible screening requirements. Therefore,minor deviations may be granted to allow less intensive © screening, or requirements for more intensive screening may be imposed, whenever such deviations are more likely to satisfy the intent of this section. III-19.28-6 Key, Packet Pg. 166 LANDSCAPING STANDARDS—19.28 EYJHBIT A TYPE A TYPICAL OPAQUE SCREENS 3 - SMALL TREES PLANTED FIGURE 28-1 ' 30'ON CENTER. TYPICAL SCREENING METHODS $ ., 6'HIGH EVERGREEN I �• SCREENING SHRUBS PLANTED<'O.C. I Y I LARGE TREES PLANTED 60'ON CENTER. _ &HIGH MASONRY WALL 14- - SA EVERGREEN PLANT TREES SUGGER PUNTED, WITH BRANCHES r TOUCHING GROUND. - O TYPE B Z ttPICAL SEMI-OPAQUE SCREENS TYPE C TYPICAL BROKEN SCREENS r SMALL TREES PUNTED AR 4 Y YP 30'ON CENTER. E 1'HIGH WALL SMALL TREES PLANTED a C 30'ON CENTER. SMALL TREES PUNTED MAR= Q 1D'-10'ON CENTER SMALL TREES PUNTED .t- ON TOP OF BERM. 30'ON CENTER. a 3'HIGH BERM OPEN FENCE O WITH GROUNDCOVFR. E.1 c w� !" URGE TREES PUNTED URGE TREES PUNTED O dP 60'ON CENTER. 40'ON CENTER. 0 31 HIGH EVERGREEN ASSORTED SHRUBBERY. > SHRUB HEDGE 0) PUNTED N O.C. N N 19.28.050 SETBACK AND PARKWAY TREATMENT STANDARDS a Landscape plans for setback and parkway areas shall include,but not be limited to the following: x LU 0 1. Setback and parkway areas shall be properly designed and landscaped in order to establish a U high level of development quality while providing for neighborhood identity where c appropriate. The design shall utilize uniform street tree plantings with complementary v landscape materials. L; ID 2. Provide a design which ensures the desired screening, shading, appearance and compatibility with established setback and parkway areas, including a sensitive transition between diverse landscape types and patterns. a 3. Incorporate mounding within the overall design,with landscaped slopes not exceeding a 3:1 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. III-19.28-7 aeN. Packet Pg. 167 6.B.d LANDSCAPING STANDARDS—19.28 EXHIBIT A S. 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. 19.28.060 CORNER TREATMENT STANDARDS Landscape plans for any development involving comer lots shall include additional special design c requirements,including,but not limited to the following: 0 1. A minimum landscape area of 300 square feet for corner areas. Z C d 2. Incorporate significant landscape and water features, including specimen trees,coordination with wall breaks or openings, and special "city entry' image treatment wherever E appropriate. a d a 3. Specimen trees shall be a minimum of 48 inch box size. ci c m 4. Ensure that any corner landscape plan within the "Traffic Safety Sight Area," as defined, E CL shall be designed to protect public safety. ° d d 19.28.070 INSTALLATION OF LANDSCAPING °. N All required landscaping shall be property installed, irrigated, inspected and permanently r maintained prior to use inauguration or the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, whichever first a occurs. The landscaping and irrigation shall be inspected as stated in the procedures and policy for a landscaping and irrigation. w d 19.28.080 MAINTENANCE OF LANDSCAPING 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. E r U 2. Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, the landowner shall file a maintenance =• agreement or covenant and easement to enter and maintain, subject to the approval of the a 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. III-19.28-8 Rcv. PacketPg. 168 LANDSCAPING STANDARDS— 19.28 EXHIBIT A 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 z6 provision. Commercial tree farms, City Government projects, and individual single-family c residential lots less than one acre shall be exempt from this provision. E c 19.28.100 EROSION CONTROL LANDSCAPING E a d Landscaping for the purpose of erosion control shall be in compliance with the standards outlined in o Chapter 15 of the Municipal Code. d 19.28.110 WATER EFFICIENT LANDSCAPING STANDARDS E a 0 d 1. PURPOSE AND INTENT a N A. The purpose of this Chapter is to: v (1) Promote the aesthetic and recreational values of landscapes, while a recognizing the need to invest water resources as efficiently as possible; X w (2) Establish a structure for planning, designing, installing and maintaining water efficient landscapes in new construction and rehabilitated projects; 'v (3) Establish provisions for water management practices and water waste 0 prevention in the irrigation of existing landscapes; E (4) Implement water quality management practices that minimize storm water A and irrigation runoff, to achieve on-site infiltration and groundwater a 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; 111-19.28-9 Rev. Packet Pg. 169 LANDSCAPING STANDARDS—19.28 EXHIBIT A (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: 0 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. E 'o (1) Public agency projects and private development projects with a landscape area equal to or greater than 2,500 square feet; E d a (2) Developer-installed single-family and multi-family residential projects with 0 a landscape area equal to or greater than 2,500 square feet in the aggregate; d 1 E { (3) Homeowner-installed and/or homeowner-hired single-family and multi- o family residential projects with a total project landscape area equal to or d greater than 5,000 square feet. N B. Limited Applicability. Existing landscapes, cemeteries and certain Special Landscape Areas are exempt from some provisions of this Chapter as follows: a a (1) Existing landscapes installed before January 1, 2010 and exceeding 1 acre in x area are subject only to water waste prevention and efficient irrigation W requirements of Sections 19.28.110(12)and 19.28.110(13). c (2) New cemeteries or cemetery expansion projects exceeding 2,500 square feet in landscape area shall be subject to the Water Efficient Landscape 0 worksheet requirement and the irrigation analysis and maintenance d requirements of Section 19.28.110(9) and Section 19.28.110(10). E s U R (3) New development or rehabilitation of landscapes including Special a 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: III-19.28-10 Rev. Packet Pg. 170 LANDSCAPING STANDARDS—19.28 EXHIBIT A (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: E A. Plant Selection: a E a (1) Native plants and drought-tolerant species are encouraged to promote low- maintenance,water efficient landscapes. v° (2) Any plant may be used in the landscape, provided that the EAWU E (estimated annual applied water use) does not exceed the MAWA o (maximum annual applied water allowance). d 0 (3) Plants with similar water use requirements shall be grouped together in N "hydrozones"whenever possible. (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 K than 4:1,and warm season varieties and preferred. W d U C (5) Fire resistant plant species and fuel modification requirements shall be top priority for landscape design in high fire hazard areas. 0 (6) Invasive plant species should be avoided, especially near natural areas, fuel d modification zones,parks and water bodies. E s U 16 (7) The use of mulch is encouraged to retain moisture. ¢ (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: III-19.28-11 ReN PacketPg. 171 LANDSCAPING STANDARDS— 19.28 EXHIBIT A (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. C. Content Requirements of Landscape Design Plans: o (1) Each hydrozone shall be identified as a "low', "moderate", "high", or p "mixed"water use zone. Z c m (2) Landscape areas with unique water budget considerations, such as recreation 'aa areas, areas dedicated to edible landscapes, and area to be irrigated with recycled water shall be delineated. a m a (3) Areas planned for soil amendments, mulch application, surface water 0 features and hardscapes (pervious and impervious) shall be delineated with applicable notes regarding installation and design. c 0 (4) On-site design measures for stone water quality management shall be d identified to demonstrate consistency with the corresponding Water Quality o Management Plan(WQMP). N V 1. IRRIGATION REQUIREMENTS a A. All irrigation systems shall be designed and maintained to prevent runoff, over- x spray, low head drainage and other conditions of water waste. Soil types and w infiltration rates shall be considered when designing irrigation systems, and irrigation plans shall be designed to meet specific water needs of each hydrozones, to maximize the efficiency of the irrigation systems. O B. Dedicated (separate) landscape water meters shall be installed at new projects sites d with landscape areas greater than 5,000 square feet, subject to concurrence of the t water purveyor. o a 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; © (2) Rain sensors with automatic shut-off features; III-19.28-12 Rn, Packet Pg. 172 LANDSCAPING STANDARDS— 19.28 EXHIBIT A (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. D. Irrigation Design Standards: 0 (1) The irrigation systems shall be designed and installed to conform to the project water budget (MAWA), based on planting plans for the project o hydrozones; Z C d (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: 0 a. the landscape area is adjacent to permeable surfacing and no runoff a occurs;or o m b. the adjacent non-permeable surfaces are designed and constructed to 0 drain entirely to landscaping; or N a r c. the irrigation designer specifies an alternative design or technology a as part of the Landscape Documentation Package, and clearly a demonstrates compliance with the requirements of this Ordinance. x W (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 technology as part of the Landscape Documentation Package, and clearly 01 demonstrates than no excess runoff or erosion will occur. This v demonstration shall be confirmed by an irrigation audit. t V N E. The irrigation plan shall be prepared separate from the landscape planting plan, but 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. III-19.28-13 Rev. Packet Pg. 173 LANDSCAPING STANDARDS—19.28 EXHIBIT A 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 following: o (1) A determination of soil texture, indicating the available water holding o capacity, Z d (2) An approximate soil infiltration rate,or a range of infiltration rates; c d (3) Measures of pH and total soluble salts; and E d a (4) Soil management and amendment recommendations. 0 c B. Grading of landscape areas shall be designed to minimize unnecessary soil E 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 v infiltration of storm water and irrigation for water quality management. N 3. LANDSCAPE PLAN SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS a 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 x subject to building or landscape plan review and permits. The Landscape Documentation w Package shall contain the following elements: R C A. Project information: 0 (1) Date; d E s (2) Project applicant; (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; III-19.28'14 Rev. Packet Pg. 174 LANDSCAPING STANDARDS—19.28 EXIHBIT A (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: o z (1) Hydrozone information table; a (2) Water budget calculations: (a) Maximum Applied Water Allowance(MAWA); a (b) Estimated Total Water Use(ETWU); 0 U C. Landscape design plan,prepared according to Section 19.28.110(3); E D. Irrigation design plan,prepared according to Section 19.28.110(4); o d C 0 E. Soil management report,prepared according to Section 19.28.110(5)(A);and N F. Grading design plan,prepared according to Section 19.28.110(5)(B). a 4. COMPLIANCE DOCUMENTATION t X 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 0 0 r Certificate of Completion shall be submitted to the City, signed by a licensed landscape architect to certify that: O (1) The landscaping has been installed in conformance with the approved planting and irrigation plans; Ec v m (2) The automatic irrigation controller has been set according to the irrigation a 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 111-19.28-15 Rev. Packet Pg. 175 LANDSCAPING STANDARDS—19.28 EXHIBIT A compliance with the provisions of this Ordinance may be subject to landscape water audits and compliance enforcement by the water purveyor. `.r 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. 0 (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. E E c v (3) For implementation of the irrigation schedule, particular attention must be a paid to irrigation run times, emission device,flow rate,and current reference evapotranspiration, so that applied water meets the Estimated Total Water 0 Use. Total annual applied water shall be less than or equal to Maximum d Applied Water Allowance (MAWA). Actual irrigation schedules shall be E 0. regulated by automatic irrigation controllers using current reference o evapotranspiration data(e.g., CI MIS)or soil moisture sensor data. d 6. LANDSCAPE AND IRRIGATION MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE N v A. Landscapes shall be maintained to ensure water use efficiency. A regular maintenance schedule shall be submitted with the Certificate of Completion. 9 X 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; U C aerating and dethatching turf areas; replenishing mulch; fertilizing; pruning, weeding in all landscape areas, and removing any obstruction to emission devises. v Operation of the irrigation system outside the normal watering window is allowed 0 for auditing and system maintenance. v E L C. Repair of all irrigation equipment shall be done with the originally installed components of their equivalents. 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. III-19.28-16 Rev. PacketPg. 176 li.B.d LANDSCAPING STANDARDS— 19.28 EXHIBIT A B. For new landscape construction and rehabilitated landscape projects installed after C 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; 0 T (2) The City or the water purveyor may conduct or require an irrigation water use analysis, irrigation audit, or irrigation survey for compliance with the Z Maximum Applied Water Allowance (MAWA). c d E 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 a 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 w be calculated as: MAWA= (0.8) (ETo)(LA)(0.62). All landscape irrigation audits o shall be conducted by a certified landscape irrigation auditor. o 8. IRRIGATION EFFICIENCY N v r A. For the purpose of determining Maximum Applied Water Allowance, average ¢ irrigation efficiency is assumed to be 0.71. Irrigation systems shall be designed, s maintained, and managed to meet or exceed an average landscape irrigation w efficiency of 0.71. 9. PROVISIONS FOR EXISTING LANDSCAPE v 0 A. The City or the water purveyor may enforce the requirements contained in this Ordinance, and may assess penalties for water waste in existing landscapes constructed prior to January 1, 2010. a 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, 111-19.28-17 Rev. Packet Pg. 177 LANDSCAPING STANDARDS— 19.28 EXHIBIT A 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. 11.DEFINITIONS ° The terms used in this ordinance have the meaning set forth below: z° A. "Applied water" means the portion of water supplied by the irrigation system to E a the landscape. E a 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- based) or soil moisture data. o a y I � o C. "Backflow prevention device" means a safety device used to prevent pollution or o contamination of the water supply due to the reverse flow of water from the N irrigation system. a D. "Certificate of Completion" means the document required under Section 17.28.110(7). w v V E. "Certified irrigation designer" means a person certified to design irrigation systems by an accredited academic institution, a professional trade organization, or other program such as the US Environmental Protection Agency's WaterSense irrigation designer certification program and Irrigation Association's Certified d Irrigation Designer Program. E V A F. "Certified landscape irrigation auditor" means a person certified to perform a 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. III-19.28-18 Rev. Packet Pg. 178 LANDSCAPING STANDARDS—19.28 EXHIBIT A 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 emission devices with a flow rate measured in gallons per hour. Low volume o irrigation systems are specifically designed to apply small volumes of water slowly at or near the root zone of plants. d Z c K. "Ecological restoration project' means a project where the site is intentionally E altered to establish a defined, indigenous,historic ecosystem. d E L. "Effective precipitation" or "Usable rainfall' (Eppt) means the portion of total precipitation which becomes available for plant growth. M. "Emitter" means a drip irrigation emission device that delivers water slowly from E the system to the soil. o v N. "Established landscape" means the point at which plants in the landscape have developed significant root growth into the soil. Typically, most plants are established after one or two years of growth. — a O. "Establishment period of the plants" means the first year after installing the plant r 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 growth. c a P. "Estimated Total Water Use" (ETWU) means the total water used for the landscape as described in Section 19.28.110(6)(B). E E U 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 Q for a Special Landscape Area shall not exceed 1.0 ETAF for existing non- rehabilitated landscapes is 0.8. III-19.28-19 Rev. Packet Pg. 179 6.B.d LANDSCAPING STANDARDS— 19.28 EXHIBIT A 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). 0 U. "Homeowner-provided landscaping" means any landscaping either installed by a private individual for a single family residence or installed by a licensed o contractor hired by a homeowner. A homeowner, for purposes of this ordinance, Z c is a person who occupies the dwelling he or she owns. This excludes speculative E homes,which are not owner-occupied dwelling. m E V. "Hydrozone" means a portion of the landscaped area having plants with similar d water needs. A hydrozone may be irrigated or non-irrigated. 0 W. "Infiltration rate" means the rate of water entry into the soil expressed as a depth E of water per unit of time(e.g., inches per hour). o d X. "Invasive plant species" means species of plants not historically found in ° California that spread outside cultivated areas and can damage environmental or 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 w California Invasive Plant Inventory and USDA invasive and noxious weeds U database. c 0 Y. "Irrigation audit"means an in-depth evaluation of the performance of an irrigation 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 a 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 Qthan an irrigation audit. An irrigation survey includes, but is not limited to: III-19.28-20 Rev. Packet Pg. 180 LANDSCAPING STANDARDS— 19.28 EXHIBIT A 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. 0 DD. "Landscape area" means all the planting areas, turf areas, and water features in a landscape design plan subject to the Maximum Applied Water Allowance c calculation. The landscape area does not include footprints of buildings or Z c structures, sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, decks, patios, gravel or stone E walks, other pervious or non-pervious hardscapes, and other non-irrigated areas d designated for non-development(e.g.,open spaces and existing native vegetation.) d a EE. "Landscape contractor" means a person licensed by the state of California to 0 construct, maintain, repair, install, or subcontract the development of landscape systems. a 0 0 FF. "Landscape Documentation Package" means the documents required under o Section 19.28.110(6). N N V GG. "Landscape project" means total area of landscape in a project as defined in "landscape area" for the purposes of this ordinance, meeting requirements under a Section 19.28.110(2). s X w HH. "Lateral line" means the water delivery pipeline that supplies water to the emitters or sprinklers from the valve. O H. "Local agency" means a city or county, including a charter city or charter county, 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 fq to, approval of a permit and plan check or design review of a project. a 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. III-19.28-21 Rey. PacketPg. 181 6.B.d LANDSCAPING STANDARDS— 19.28 EXHIBIT A 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 dedicated to edible plants such as orchards and vegetable gardens, and areas irrigated with recycled water are subject to the MAWA with an ETAF not to z6 exceed 1.0. d E NN. "Microclimate" means the climate of a small, specific area that may contrast with d the climate of the overall landscape area due to factors such as wind, sun E exposure,plant density, or proximity to reflective surfaces. 0 U 00. "Mined-land reclamation projects" means any surface mining operation with a v reclamation plan approved in accordance with the Surface Mining and E Reclamation Act of 1975. m 0 PP. "Mulch" means any organic material such as leaves, bark, straw, compost, or LO inorganic mineral materials such as rocks, gravel, and decomposed granite left v loose and applied to the soil surface for the beneficial purposes of reducing a evaporation, suppressing weeds, moderating soil temperature, and preventing soil :n erosion. c X w d QQ. "New construction" means, for the purpose of this ordinance, a new building with a landscape or other new landscape, such as a park, playground, or greenbelt E M without an associated building. p c RR. "Operating pressure"means the pressure at which the parts of an irrigation system E L are designed by the manufacturer to operate. U SS. "Overhead sprinkler irrigation systems" means systems that deliver water through the air(e.g., spray heads and rotors). TT. "Overspray"means the irrigation water which is delivered beyond the target area. UU. "Permit" means an authorizing document issued by local agencies for new © construction or rehabilitated landscapes. III-19.28-22 Re% Packet Pg. 182 LANDSCAPING STANDARDS—19.28 EXHIBIT A W. "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 Landscape Species". o XX. "Precipitation rate" means the rate of application of water measured in inches per d hour. Z C d E YY. "Project applicant" means the individual or entity submitting a Landscape d Documentation Package required under Section 19.28.110(6), to request a permit, plan check, or design review from the City. A project applicant may be the a property owner or his or her designee. 0 c m ZZ. "Rain sensor" or "rain sensing shutoff device" means a component which c automatically suspends an irrigation event when it rains. m AAA. "Record drawing" or "as-builts" means a set of reproducible drawings which show significant changes in the work made during construction and which are v usually based on drawings marked up in the field and other data furnished by the Q contractor. a X X BBB. "Recreational area" means areas dedicated to active play such as parks, sports w d fields, and golf courses where turf provides a playing surface. c CCC. "Recycled water", "reclaimed water", or "treated sewage effluent water" means 0 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 E consumption. m a DDD. "Reference evapotranspiration" or "ETo" means a standard measurement of 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. III-19.28-23 Rev. Packet Pg. 183 LANDSCAPING STANDARDS—19.28 EXHIBIT A EEE. "Rehabilitated landscape"means any re-landscaping project that requires a permit, r` plan check, or design review, meets the requirements of Section 17.07.020, and �r 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. 0 GGG. "Soil moisture sensing device" or `soil moisture sensor" means a device that measures the amount of water in the soil. The device may also suspend or initiate d Z an irrigation event. Z M E HHH. "Soil texture"means the classification of soil based on its percentage of sand, silt, d and clay. E d M. "Special Landscape Area" (SLA) means an area of the landscape dedicated solely 0 to edible plants, areas irrigated with recycled water, water features using recycled v water and areas dedicated to active play such as parks, sports fields, golf courses, o. and where turf provides a playing surface. d o JJJ. "Sprinkler head"means a device which delivers water through a nozzle. N N 7 KKK. "Static water pressure" means the pipeline or municipal water supply pressure when water is not flowing. a r LLL. "Station" means an area served by one valve or by a set of valves that operate w simultaneously. A c MMM."Swing joint" means an irrigation component that provides a flexible, leak-free 0 connection between the emission device and lateral pipeline to allow movement in any direction and to prevent equipment damage. E U NNN. "Turf' means a ground cover surface of mowed grass. Annual bluegrass, a Kentucky bluegrass, Perennial ryegrass, Red fescue, and Tall fescue are cool- season grasses. Bennudagrass, 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. I11-19.28-24 Rc, Packet Pg. 184 LANDSCAPING STANDARDS—19.28 EXHIBIT A 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. 0 RRR. "Watering window"means the time of day irrigation is allowed. 0 SSS. "WUCOLS" means the Water Use Classification of Landscape Species published Z r by the University of California Cooperative Extension, the Department of Water E Resources and the Bureau of Reclamation,2000. (Ord. MC-1320, 01-04-10) E a 19.28.120 APPLICABLE REGULATIONS a 0 U All landscape plans shall be subject to the applicable regulations of the Development Code, including,but not limited to Article IV,Administration provisions. E CL 0 m 0 N N V a 4 L X W N U C r C 0 C d E L U A a 111-19.28-25 Ro. Packet Pg. 185