HomeMy WebLinkAbout2019-007 CONVESION OF AN EXISTING COMMERCIAL OFFICE BUILDINGResolution No. 2019-7
RESOLUTION NO. 2019-7
RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING DEVELOPMENT PERMIT TYPE -P 18-01 TO
ALLOW THE CONVERSION OF AN EXISTING
COMMERCIAL OFFICE BUILDING CONTAINING
APPROXIMATELY 11,305 SQUARE FEET INTO A
RESIDENTIAL APARTMENT COMPLEX COMPRISED OF
FIFTEEN (15) DWELLING UNITS ON A PARCEL
CONTAINING APPROXIMATELY 0S2 ACRES LOCATED
AT 1600 N. ARROWHEAD AVENUE (APNS: 0145-132-27)
WITHIN THE COMMERCIAL OFFICE (CO) ZONE AND
ADAPTIVE REUSE (AR) OVERLAY; AND, FINDING THE
PROJECT SUBJECT TO A CATEGORICAL EXEMPT
UNDER THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
ACT
WHEREAS, on January 24, 2018, pursuant to the requirements of Chapter 19.42 and
Chapter 19.44 of the City of San Bernardino Development Code, an application for Development
Permit Type -P 18-01 was duly submitted by:
Property Owner/Applicant: Ocean Investment Group, LLC
P.O. Box 1073
San Clemente, CA 92674
Parcel Address: 1600 N. Arrowhead Avenue
APN: 0145-132-27
Lot Area: 0.52 acres
WHEREAS, Development Permit Type -P 18-01 is a request to allow the conversion of
an existing commercial office building containing approximately 11,305 square feet into a
residential apartment complex comprised of fifteen (15) dwelling units, along with the
construction of the required on-site and off-site improvements, on a parcel containing
approximately 0.52 acres; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Division of the Community Development Department has
reviewed Development Permit Type -P 18-01 for consistency with the City of San Bernardino
General Plan and compliance with the City of San Bernardino Development Code; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act
('CEQA'), the Planning Division of the Community Development Department has evaluated
Development Permit Type -P 18-01 and determined that it is exempt from CEQA pursuant to a
Categorical Exemption (listed in CEQA Guidelines Article 19, commencing with Section 15300)
and the application of that Categorical Exemption is not barred by one of the exemptions set
forth in CEQA Guidelines Section 15300.2; and
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WHEREAS, on April 25, 2018, pursuant to the requirements of Chapter 19.44 of the
City of San Bernardino Development Code, the Development and Environmental Review
Committee reviewed the application, and moved Development Permit Type -P 18-01 and
Categorical Exemption to the Planning Commission for consideration; and
WHEREAS, on April 27, 2018, pursuant to the requirements Section 19.52.020 of the
City of San Bernardino Development Code, the City gave public notice by advertising in the San
Bernardino Sun, a newspaper of general circulation within the City of San Bernardino, and by
mailing notices to the property owners within 500 feet of the subject property of the holding of a
public hearing at which Development Permit Type -P 18-01 and Categorical Exemption would be
considered; and
WHEREAS, on May 8, 2018, pursuant to the requirements of Section 19.52.040 of the
City of San Bernardino Development Code, the Planning Commission held the duly noticed
public hearing at which interested persons had an opportunity to testify in support of, or
opposition to Development Permit Type -P 18-01 and Categorical Exemption, and at which
meeting the Planning Commission continued the consideration on Development Permit Type -P
18-01 and the Categorical Exemption to their next regularly scheduled meeting on June 12,
2018; and
WHEREAS, on June 12, 2018, pursuant to the requirements of Section 19.52.040 of the
City of San Bernardino Development Code, the Planning Commission held the duly continued
public hearing at which interested persons had an opportunity to testify in support of, or
opposition to Development Permit Type -P 18-01. and Categorical Exemption, and at which
meeting the Planning Commission considered Development Permit Type -P 18-01 and
Categorical Exemption; and
WHEREAS, after closing said public hearing, the Planning Commission adopted
Resolution No. 2018-027 recommending to the Mayor and City Council the approval of
Development Permit Type -P 18-01 and Categorical Exemption; and
WHEREAS, notice of the December 7, 2018 public hearing for the Mayor and City
Council's consideration of the proposed Resolution was published in The Sun newspaper on
December 19, 2018, and was mailed to property owners within a 500 foot radius of the project
site in accordance with Development Code Chapter 19.52.
WHEREAS, on December 19, 2018 the Mayor and City Council continued the
consideration of Development Permit Type -P 18-01 and the Categorical Exemption to their next
regularly scheduled meeting on January 2, 2019; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the requirements of Chapter 19.44 and Chapter 19.52 of the
City of San Bernardino Development Code, the Mayor and City Council has the authority to take
action on Development Permit Type -P 18-01.
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NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. The above recitals are true and correct and are incorporated herein by this
reference.
SECTION 1. The Mayor and City Council find that the above -stated Recitals are true
and hereby adopt and incorporate them herein.
SECTION 2. Findings of Fact — Development Permit T e -P 18-01
Finding No. 1: The proposed development is one permitted within the subject zoning
district and complies with all of the applicable provisions of this
Development Code, including prescribed development/site standards and
any/all applicable design guidelines.
Finding of Fact: The proposed development is located within the Adaptive Reuse (AR)
Overlay, which allows for the conversion of office buildings for
residential purposes, and Conditions of Approval will be applied to the
proposed project to ensure that the project will meet the necessary
development standards and design guidelines.
Finding No. 2: The proposed development is consistent with the General Plan.
Finding of Fact: General Plan Land Use Element Goal 2.4 — "Enhance the quality of life
and economic vitality in San Bernardino by strategic infill of new
development and revitalization of existing development. "
General Plan Housing Element Policy 3.1.1 — "Provide adequate sites to
accommodate the production of a variety of housing types through land
use designation, zoning, specific plans, and overlay zones. "
General Plan Housing Element Policy 3.2.4 — "Encourage and facilitate
the rehabilitation and reuse of distressed and abandoned properties. "
General Plan Housing Element Policy 3.5.4 — "Encourage and facilitate
the construction, maintenance, and preservation of a variety of housing
types adequate to meet a range of household needs. "
General Plan Housing Element Policy 3.6.2 — "Facilitate housing
development and rehabilitation that conserve natural resources and
minimize greenhouse gas emissions. "
General Plan Community Design Element Policy 5.6.4 — "Provide usable
common space amenities. Common open space should be centrally located
and contain amenities such as seating, shade and play equipment. Private
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open space may include courtyards, balconies, patios, terraces, and
enclosed play areas. "
General Plan Community Design Element Policy 5.6.5 — "Provide
convenient access from multi family development to nearby commercial
centers, schools, and transit stops. "
General Plan Safety Element Policy 10.5.4 — "Require new development
and significant redevelopment to utilize site preparation, grading and
foundation designs that provide erosion control to prevent sedimentation
and contamination of waterways. "
The proposed project is located near commercial centers, schools, and
transit stops, will reduce greenhouse gas emissions associated with new
development, will increase the housing stock and provide a an additional
housing type, and allow for the revitalization and reuse of a building that
has been vacant for approximately five (5) years. Therefore, the proposed
project is consistent with the General plan.
Finding No. 3: The proposed development would be harmonious and compatible with
existing and future developments within the zone and general area, as well
as with the land uses presently on the subject property.
Finding of Fact: The proposed project is located within a mix of existing multi -family and
single-family developments and will be harmonious and compatible with
those uses and the surrounding area.
Finding No. 4: The approval of the Administrative or Development Permit for the
proposed development is in compliance with the requirements of the
California Environmental Quality Act and Section 19.20.030(6) of the
Development Code.
Finding of Fact: In accordance with Section 15060(c) of the California Environmental
Quality Act, the Planning Division of the Community Development
Department evaluated Development Permit Type -P 18-01 for the
conversion of an existing office building to a fifteen (15) unit apartment
complex. The Planning Division staff has analyzed proposed Development
Permit Type -P 18-01 and has determined that it is Categorically Exempt
from CEQA pursuant to Section 15301 of the CEQA Guidelines and
Conditions of Approval will be imposed to alleviate potential impacts.
Therefore, the proposed project is in compliance with the requirements of
the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and Section 19.20.030
of the Development Code.
Finding No. 5: There will be no potential significant negative impacts upon
environmental quality and natural resources that could not be properly
mitigated and monitored.
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Finding of Fact: In accordance with Section 15060(c) of the California Environmental
Quality Act, the Planning Division of the Community Development
Department evaluated Development Permit Type -P 18-01 for the
development of a conversion of an existing office building to a fifteen (15)
unit apartment complex and determined that the proposed project is
Categorically Exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15301 of the
CEQA Guidelines. Additionally, Conditions of Approval will be imposed
to alleviate potential impacts. Therefore, the proposed conversion of an
existing office building to a fifteen (15) unit apartment complex will be
completed in a manner so that it is consistent with the surrounding
neighborhood, and no significant negative impacts on the environment are
anticipated.
Finding No. 6: The subject site is physically suitable for the type and density/intensity of
use being proposed.
Finding of Fact: The proposed development of a conversion of an existing office building
to a fifteen (15) unit apartment complex will be converted in a manner
consistent with the standards and guidelines contained in the Adaptive
Reuse (AR) Overlay Chapter of the City of San Bernardino Development
Code and will be consistent with the density and intensity and the
surrounding neighborhood and is therefore, suitable for the type and
density/intensity of uses being proposed.
Finding No. 7: There are adequate provisions for public access, water, sanitation, and
public utilities and services to ensure that the proposed use would not be
detrimental to public health and safety.
Finding of Fact: There are adequate provisions for public access, public utilities, and public
services for the proposed development of a mixed use commercial -
residential development. The existing building is already served by
existing public streets and a full range of public utilities and services. All
applicable Codes will apply to the proposed development. Therefore,
subject to the Conditions of Approval, the proposed conversion of an
existing office building to a fifteen (15) unit apartment complex under
Development Permit Type -P 18-01 will not be detrimental to public
services or public health and safety.
Finding No. 8: The location, size, design, and operating characteristics of the proposed
development would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety,
convenience, or welfare of the City.
Finding of Fact: The proposed project will not be detrimental to the public interest, health,
safety, convenience, or welfare of the City or the surrounding area as it is
located adjacent to mix of existing multi -family and single-family
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developments, several schools, transit stops, and commercial centers, and
will increase the City's housing stock while decreasing the amount of
greenhouse gas emissions that would typically be generated by new
development projects. The proposed project will also revitalize and
reoccupy a building that has been vacant for approximately five (5) years.
SECTION 3. Compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act. As the decision
making body for Development Permit Type -D 18-01, the Planning Commission has reviewed
and considered the information contained in the administrative record for Development Permit
Type -D 18-01. Based upon the facts and information contained in the administrative record,
including all written and oral evidence presented to the Planning Commission, the Planning
Commission finds as follows:
(1) The administrative record has been completed in compliance with CEQA, the
State CEQA Guidelines, and the City's Local CEQA Guidelines; and
(2) The proposed project is categorically exempt from the requirements of the
California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to Section 15301 (Class 1: Existing Facilities) of
the CEQA Guidelines; and
(3) The application of the categorical exemption is not barred by one of the
exceptions set forth in CEQA Guidelines Section 15300.2; and
(4) The determination of CEQA exemption reflects the independent judgment of the
Planning Commission.
SECTION 4. Notice of Exemption. The Planning Division of the Community
Development Department is hereby directed to file a Notice of Exemption with the County Clerk
of the County of San Bernardino within five (5) working days of final project approval certifying
the City's compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act in adopting the Categorical
Exemptions.
SECTION 5. — Conditions of Approval. Development Permit Type -P 18-01 is hereby
approved subject to the following Conditions of Approval:
1. This approval is to allow the conversion of an existing commercial office building into a
residential apartment complex containing approximately 11,305 square feet comprised of
fifteen (15) dwelling units, along with the construction of the required on-site and off-site
improvements, on a parcel containing approximately 0.52 acres located at 1600 N.
Arrowhead Avenue (APNs: 0145-132-27) within the Commercial Office (CO) Zone and
the Adaptive Reuse (AR) Overlay.
2. The project site shall be developed in a manner consistent with the plans stamped
September 19, 2018 (EXHIBIT "N'), approved by the City, which includes a site plan,
floor plans and exterior elevations on file in the Planning Division; the Conditions of
Approval contained herein; and, the City's Municipal Code regulations.
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3. Within two (2) years of the Development Permit approval, commencement of
construction shall have occurred or the permit/approval shall become null and void. In
addition, if after commencement of construction, work is discontinued for a period of one
year, then the permitlapproval shall become null and void. However, approval of the
Development Permit does not authorize commencement of construction. All necessary
permits must be obtained prior to commencement of specified construction activities
included in the Conditions of Approval.
EXPIRATION DATE: January 2, 2021
4. The review authority may grant a time extension, for good cause, not to exceed twelve
(12) months. The applicant must file an application, the processing fees, and all required
submittal items, thirty (30) days prior to the expiration date. The review authority shall
ensure that the project complies with all Development Code provisions in effect at the
time of the requested extension.
5. In the event this approval is legally challenged, the City will promptly notify the
applicant of any claim, action or proceeding and will cooperate fully in the defense of this
matter. Once notified, the applicant agrees to defend, indemnify and hold harmless the
City of San Bernardino (City), any departments, agencies, divisions, boards or
commission of the City as well as predecessors, successors, assigns, agents, directors,
elected officials, officers, employees, representatives and attorneys of the City from any
claim, action or proceeding against any of the foregoing persons or entities. The applicant
further agrees to reimburse the City for any costs and attorneys' fees which the City may
be required by a court to pay as a result of such action, but such participation shall not
relieve applicant of his or her obligation under this condition. The costs, salaries, and
expenses of the City Attorney and employees of his office shall be considered as
"Attorney's fees" for the purpose of this condition. As part of the consideration for
issuing this Development Permit, this condition shall remain in effect if the Development
Permit is rescinded or revoked, whether or not at the request of applicant.
Planning Division
6. A certified, on-site resident manager shall be required for the duration of any residential
use at this property, including with any change in ownership.
7. Every six (6) months, over a period of two (2) years from the issuance of the Certificate
of Occupancy, the Planning Division shall conduct an inspection of the property to ensure
compliance with the Conditions of Approval and the Crime -Free Rental Housing
Program to the satisfaction of the Community Development Director. In the event that an
unresolved issue continues to exist, the applicant shall submit an application, and
appropriate application fee, for reconsideration by the Planning Commission.
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8. The property must comply with all conditions of approval and the Crime -Free Rental
Housing Program pursuant to the City of San Bernardino Municipal Code §15.27 (Crime -
Free Rental Housing Program).
9. At least two 24-hour time lapse security cameras shall be installed and properly
maintained on the exterior of the building at locations recommended by the Police
Department. All criminal and suspicious activities recorded on this surveillance
equipment must be reported to local law enforcement. To the extent allowed by law, the
establishment operators may be required to provide any tapes or other recording media
from the security cameras to the Police Department.
10. Construction -related activities may not occur between the hours of 8:00 pm and 7:00 am.
No construction vehicles, equipment, or employees may be delivered to, or arrive at the
construction site before 7:00 am or leave the site after 8:00 pm. Construction activities
may only occur Monday through Friday.
11. If the colors of the buildings or other exterior finish materials are to be modified beyond
the current proposal and improvement requirements, the revised color scheme and/or
finish materials shall be reviewed and approved by the Planning Division prior to
commencement of work.
12. The project landscape plans shall be prepared in accordance with Development Code
Section 19.28.120, Water Efficient Landscaping Standards.
13. The project shall comply with all applicable requirements of the Building and Safety
Division, the San Bernardino County Consolidated Fire District, Police Department,
Municipal Water Department, Public Services Department and the City Clerk's
Office/Business Registration Division.
14. This approval shall comply with the requirements of other outside agencies (i.e., San
Bernardino County Health Department, Division of Environmental Health Services, and
California Board of Equalization), as applicable.
15. The facility operator and property owner shall be responsible for regular maintenance of
the project site. The site shall be maintained in a clean condition and free of litter and any
other undesirable material(s). Vandalism, graffiti, trash and other debris shall be removed
and cleaned up within 24 howl of being reported.
16. Signs are not approved as part of this permit. Prior to establishing any new signs or
replacing existing signs, the applicant shall submit an application and receive approval
for a Sign Permit from the Planning Division. Banners, flags, pennant, and similar signs
are prohibited unless a Temporary Sign Permit is obtained.
17. All exterior lighting shall be energy efficient with the option to lower or reduce usage
when the facility is closed.
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18. Submittal requirements for permit applications (site improvements, landscaping, etc.) to
Building Plan Check and/or Land Development must include all Conditions of Approval
issued with this approval, printed on the plan sheets.
19. All Conditions of Approval and Standard Requirements shall be implemented and/or
completed prior to final inspection and/or issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy.
Land Development Division
20. Drainage and Flood Control
a) The development is located within Zone X of the Federal Insurance Rate Maps on
booklet #7945 with year 08/28/2008.
b) All drainage from the development shall be directed to an approved public
drainage facility. If not feasible, proper drainage facilities and easements shall be
provided to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
c) If site drainage is to be outlet into the public street, the drainage shall be conveyed
through a parkway culvert constructed in accordance with City Standard No. 400.
Conveyance of site drainage over the Driveway approaches will not be permitted.
d) The Land Development Division, prior to grading plan approval, shall approve an
Erosion Control Plan. The plan shall be designed to control erosion due to water
and wind, including blowing dust, during all phases of construction, including
graded areas which are not proposed to be immediately built upon.
21. Grading and Landscaping
a) The on-site improvement plan shall be signed by a Registered Civil Engineer. The
on-site plan shall be prepared in strict accordance with the City's "Grading
Policies and Procedures" and the City's "Standard Drawings", unless otherwise
approved by the Building Official.
b) Wheel stops are not permitted by the Development Code, except at designated
accessible parking spaces. Therefore, continuous 6" high curb shall be used
around planter areas and areas where head in parking is adjacent to walkways.
The parking spaces may be 16.5' deep and may overhang the landscaping or
walkway by 2.5'. Overhang into the setback area or into an ADA path of travel
(minimum 4' wide) is not permitted.
c) Continuous concrete curbing at least 6 inches high and 6 inches wide shall be
provided at least 3 feet from any wall, fence, property line, walkway, or structure
where parking and/or drive aisles are located adjacent thereto. Curbing may be
left out at structure access points. The space between the curb and wall, fence,
property line, walkway or structure shall be landscaped, except as allowed by the
Development Review Committee.
d) The refuse enclosure(s) shall be constructed in accordance with City Standard
Drawing No. 508 with an accessible path of travel with modification to provide
ADA access (For Housing Unit or Apt). The minimum size of the refuse
enclosure shall be 8 feet x 15 feet for bins storage area. Where a refuse enclosure
is proposed to be constructed adjacent to spaces for parking passenger vehicles, a
3' wide by 6 " high concrete planter shall be provided to separate the enclosure
from the adjacent parking. The placement of the enclosure and design of the
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planter shall preclude the enclosure doors from opening into drive aisles or
impacting against adjacent parked cars.
e) Retaining walls, block walls and all on-site fencing shall be designed and detailed
on the on-site improvement Plan. This work shall be part of the on-site
improvement permit issued by the Building Official. All masonry walls shall be
constructed of decorative block with architectural features acceptable to the City
Planner.
f) No construction on a site shall begin before a temporary/security fence is in place
and approved by the Building Official or his designee. Temporary/security
fencing may not be removed until approved by the Building Official or his
designee. The owner or owner's agent shall immediately remove the
temporary/security fencing upon the approval of the Building Official or his
designee. Sites that contain multiple buildings shall maintain the
temporary/security fencing around the portion of the site and buildings under
construction as determined by the Building Official- or his designee. All
temporary/security fencing for construction sites shall include screening,
emergency identification and safety identification and shall be kept in neat and
undamaged condition.
g) The on-site improvement plan shall include details of on-site lighting, including
light location, type of poles and. fixtures, foundation design with structural
calculations, conduit location, material and size, and Photometric plot shall be
provided which show that the proposed on-site lighting design will provide:
• 1 foot-candle of illumination uniformly distributed over the surface of the
parking lot during hours of operation, and
• 0.25 foot-candles security lighting during all other hours.
h) The design of on-site improvements shall also comply with all requirements of
The California Building Code, Title 24, relating to accessible parking and
accessibility, including retrofitting of existing building access points for
accessibility, if applicable.
i) An accessible path of travel shall be provided from the public way to the building
entrance. All pathways shall be paved and shall provide a minimum clear width
of 4 feet. Where parking overhangs the pathway, the minimum paved width shall
be 6.5 feet.
j) Where an accessible path of travel crosses drive aisles, it shall be delineated by
textured/colored concrete pavement or pavement marking.
k) The project Landscape Plan shall be reviewed and approved by the Land
Development Division prior to issuance of a grading permit. Submit 3 copies to
the Land Development Division for Checking.
1) The public right-of-way, between the property line and top of curb (also known as
"parkway") along adjoining streets shall be landscaped by the developer and
maintained in perpetuity by the property owner. Details of the parkway
landscaping shall be included in the project's on-site landscape plan, unless the
parkway area is included in a Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District, in
which case, a separate landscape plan shall be provided.
22. Utilities
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a) Design and construct all public utilities to serve the site in accordance with City
Code, City Standards and requirements of the serving utility, including gas,
electric, telephone, water, sewer and cable TV (Cable TV optional for
commercial, industrial, or institutional uses).
b) The project site shall be provided with separate water and sewer facilities so the
City or the agency providing such services in the area can serve it.
c) Backflow preventers shall be installed for any building with the finished floor
elevation below the rim elevation of the nearest upstream manhole.
d) Utility services shall be placed underground and easements provided as required.
e) Existing Utilities which interfere with new construction shall be relocated at the
Developer's expense as directed by the City Engineer, except overhead lines, if
required by provisions of the Development Code to be undergrounded. See
Development Code Section 19.20.030 (non -subdivisions) or Section 19.30.110
(subdivisions).
Public Works Department
23. Street Improvement and Dedications (if required, a Traffic Report may increase and
extend these requirements)
a) For the streets listed below, dedication of adequate street right-of-way (R.W.) per
the General Plan and Municipal Code shall provide the distance from street
centerline to property line and placement of the curb line (C.L.) in relation to the
street centerline shall be as follows:
Street Name
Ri ht of Wa fL
Curb Line ft
Arrowhead Avenue
41.25 Existing
33' Existing at ultimate
(145-132-27)
(2.75' Future dedication
for a 44' from centerline)
Because of existingfences.
16 Street
40' No Dedication
25' Existing at ultimate
(145-132-27)
at ultimate
b) Arrowhead Avenue:
i) The street shall be rehabilitated to meet the requirements detailed in a soils
report based on the "R" value of the subgrade and the traffic Index. The
City's has a minimum of 2" Grind and Overlay; However the Soils Report
may indicate a thicker or different improvement.
ii) The Alley shall be paved from Arrowhead Avenue to west end of parking
lot, and shall be designed on the "R" value of the subgrade as determined
by soils testing and the traffic Index. The City's has a minimum of 2"
Grind and Overlay, However the Soils Report may indicate a thicker or
different improvement.
iii) If the existing curb & gutter, sidewalk, and/or Driveway adjacent to the
site are in poor condition or do not comply with ADA Requirements, the
curb & gutter, sidewalk, and/or driveway shall be removed and
reconstructed in accordance to City Standards.
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iv) An ADA Ramp shall be constructed at corner in accordance with the
SPPWC (Standard Plans for Public Works Construction) or Caltrans
Standard plans A88.
v) Street Light System shall be replaced in accordance with City Standard
Nos. SL -1, SL -2, and SL -3. (change to LED Head)
c) 16' Street:
vi) The street shall be rehabilitated to meet the requirements detailed in a soils
report based on the "R" value of the subgrade and the traffic Index. The
City's has a minimum of 2" Grind and Overlay; However the Soils Report
may indicate a thicker or different improvement.
vii) If the existing curb & gutter, sidewalk, and/or Driveway adjacent to the
site are in poor condition or do not comply with ADA Requirements, the
curb & gutter, sidewalk, and/or driveway shall be removed and
reconstructed in accordance to City Standards.
d) An encroachment permit from Public Works Department shall be required for
utility cuts into existing streets or any work within City's right-of-way. Pavement
restoration or trench repair shall be in conformance with City Standard No. 310.
Public facilities shall be restored or constructed back to Public Works Department
satisfaction.
e) Any pavement works affecting the traffic loop detectors shall be coordinated and
subjected to Public Works Traffic Division requirements.
f) The applicant must post a performance bond prior to issuance of the off-site
permit. The amount of the bond is to be determined by Public Works Department.
24. Required Engineering Plans
a) A complete submittal for plan checking shall consist of:
■ street improvement plans (may include street lights or street lighting may be
separate plan),
■ sewer plans (Private sewers may be shown on on-site improvement plan;
public sewers must be on a separate plan with profile submitted to SBMWD),
■ storm drain plans (Private storm drains may be shown on on-site improvement
plans; public storm drains must be on a separate plan with profile),
■ traffic signal plans (if needed),
■ signing and striping plan (may be on sheets included in street improvement
plan),
■ lighting (on-site lighting may be included in on-site improvement plan or may
be on a separate stand-alone plan),
grading (may be incorporated with on-site improvement plan),
■ on-site improvement plans and on-site landscaping and irrigation,
■ water plans (shall be submitted to San Bernardino Municipal Water
Department),
■ other plans as required. Piecemeal submittal of various types of plans for the
same project will not be allowed.
■ All required supporting calculations, studies and reports must be included in
the initial submittal (including but not limited to drainage studies, soils
reports, structural calculations)
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b) All off-site improvement plans submitted for plan check shall be prepared on the
City's standard 24" x 36" sheets. A signature block satisfactory to the City
Engineer or his designee shall be provided. Conditions of the project shall be
inserted in the plans.
c) After completion of plan checking, final mylar drawings, stamped and signed by
the Registered Civil Engineer in charge, shall be submitted to the City Engineer
and/or Building Official for approval.
d) Copies of the City's design policies and procedures and standard drawings are
available at the Public Works Counter for the cost of reproduction. They are also
available at no charge at the Public Works Web Site at http://www.sbgib .org
25. Required Engineering Permits
a) Grading permit.
b) On-site improvements construction permit (except buildings - see Development
Services -Building Division), including landscaping.
c) Off-site improvement construction permit.
26. Applicable Engineering Fees
a) All plan check, permit, inspection, and impact fees are outlined on the Public
Works Fee Schedule. A deposit in the amount of 100% of the estimated
checking fee for each set of plans will be required at time of application for plan
check. The amount of the fee is subject to adjustment if the construction cost
estimate varies more than 10% from the estimate submitted with the application
for plan checking.
b) The current fee schedule is available at the Public Works Counter and at
http://www.sbcity.org
27. Traffic Requirements
a) All Traffic mitigation measures shall be implemented according to the
recommendations of the City Traffic Engineer prior to Street Improvement plan
approval.
Building and Safety Division
28. Refer to Section 105 Permits for all required permits of the California Building Code
2016.
29. Address the requirements of the California Green Code 2016 for all debris, and check the
VOC forms per code.
30. Check Chapter 3 of the California Building Code for the Occupancy Requirements and
Chapter 4 for the Special Use Requirements.
31. The formal submittal of plans to the Building Department shall include all required
documents.
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32. Building plans shall be submitted separately to the Building & Safety Division, and the
San Bernardino County Consolidated Fire District. Plans must illustrate the location of all
existing hydrants.
33. Refer to Chapter 11 B of the California Building Code 2016 for ADA Requirements.
34. A Soil Report will be requested at the time of submittal.
San Bernardino County Consolidated Fire District
35. The plans shall comply with all current Building, Fire Codes and Fire Department
standard requirements based on occupancy classification.
36. Any changes to this proposal shall require new Fire Department condition letter.
37. Any changes to the approved life safety system shall require plans to be submitted to the
FD prior to construction including the following; (Fire Sprinklers, Fire Alarms,
Underground water supply for fire protection, Cooking appliances & Hood protections).
38. Monitored fire sprinkler system is required for the proposed building(s). Plans shall be
submitted to the FD prior to construction. PER CFC 903.2.1.1
39. Knox Box/Key Box is required, and shall be provided and installed in accordance with
CFC & Fire Department Standard.
40. Required fire flow for this project shall meet the minimum requirements established in
the California Fire Code.
41. Provide a complete on-site fire protection plan to the FD which indicates the location of
all required fire protection appliances (FDC's, PIV's, DDC's, proposed and existing fire
hydrants, etc.).
42. Fencing, walls or car ports shall not obstruct Fire Department access to fire hydrants and
property. Walk-thru gates will be required on Arrowhead Avenue to ensure Fire
Department access if property is fenced.
43. All access gates shall require mechanical means for opening in event of power failure,
shall not impinge on required clear width when fully open, and shall be equipped with
Knox Box lock actuation devices.
44. Provide the following FD notes on the site utility plan:
• A separate permit is required by the Fire Department for installation of on-site
water systems. No work may begin until the permit has been obtained. A permit
application may be obtained from Fire Prevention.
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• All hydrants shall have a blue reflective dot placed in the drive lane adjacent to
the hydrants per Fire Department Standard.
• Paint curbs red, 15' to either side of fire hydrant and FDC.
• Fire Department Connection required within 50 feet of a hydrant.
• Bollards (crash posts) may be required at time of final inspection (to protect the
fire hydrants and FDC from vehicular traffic).
• Public fire hydrants are required along streets at intervals not to exceed 300 feet
for commercial and 500 for residential areas.
45. Premise and building identification and addressing shall be a minimum of 12 inch in
height. Single-family home addresses shall be a minimum of 4 inches in height and shall
be internally illuminated during the hours of darkness.
46. Fire Sprinklers are required for this project. Any tenant improvements in sprinklered
buildings requires a separate submittal to the San Bernardino County Consolidated Fire
District.
47. Fire extinguishers are required throughout. All spacing shall meet the CFC for spacing
and size.
48. All exiting shall comply with the California Fire Code and Building Code for travel
distance, lineal feet, and width.
SECTION 4. Severability. If any provision of this Resolution or the application thereof
to any person or circumstance is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions or
applications, and to this end the provisions of this Resolution are declared to be severable.
SECTION 5. Effective Date. This Resolution shall become effective immediately.
APPROVED and ADOPTED by the Citr117
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by the City Clerk this 2nd day of 2019. 1
John Valdivia, Mayor
City of San Bernardino
Attest:
Georgeann H na, MMC ty Clerk
Resolution No. 2019-7
Approved as to form:
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Gary D. Saenz, City Attorney
Resolution No. 2019-7
CERTIFICATION
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CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO)
I, Georgeann Hanna, MMC, City Clerk, hereby certify that the attached is a true copy of
Resolution No. 2019-7 adopted at a regular meeting held at the 2nd day of January 2019 by the
following vote:
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