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CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO - REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION
From: James Funk, Director
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Subject: General Plan Amendment No. 02-11,
Tentative Tract Maps No. 16457 and Tentative
Tract Map No. 15940; a request to change the land
use district from RE, Residential Estate to RL,
Residential Low for two sites. Tentative Tract
Map No. 16457 is located at the northeast corner of
Palm and Irvington A venues. Tentative Tract
Map No. 15940 is located at the northwest corner
of Palm and Irvington Avenues.
Dept: Development Services
Date: July 15, 2003
MCC Date: August 04, 2003
Synopsis of Previous Council Action:
None
Motion: That the hearing be closed and
1) That said resolution be adopted, the Mitigated Negative Declaration and
Mitigation Monitoring/Reporting Program be adopted, and Tentative Tract Map
No. 16457 and Tentative Tract Map No. 15940 be approved based on the Findings
of Fact in the Planning Commission Staff Report, subject to the Conditions of
Approval (Attachment C) and Standard Requirements (Attachment D); or
2) That General Plan Amendment No. 02-11, Tentative Tract Map No.16457, and
Tentative Tract Map No. 15940 be denied as per the Planning Commission's
recommendation and continue for two weeks for Development Services to bring
findings of fact to the Council.
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Contact person:
Ben Steckler
Phone: 384-5057
Supporting data attached: Staff Report
Ward: 5
FUNDING REQUIREMENTS:
Amount: N/ A
Source: (Acct. No.)
(Acct. Description)
Finance:
Council Notes:
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CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO - REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION
STAFF REPORT
Subject General Plan Amendment No. 02-11, Tentative Tract Map No. 16457 and Tentative
Tract Map No. 15940; a request to change the land use district from RE, Residential
Estate to RL, Residential Low for two sites. Tentative Tract Map No. 16457 is
located at the northeast corner of Palm and Irvington Avenues. Tentative Tract
Map No. 15940 is located at the northwest corner of Palm and Irvington A venues.
Mayor and Common Council Meeting of August 04, 2003
Owner/ Applicant:
CD! - San Bernardino
22365 Barton Road, Suite 110
Grand Terrace, CA 92313
909) 503-1134
BACKGROUND
The applicant, CDI - San Bernardino, requested a General Plan Amendment No. 02-11,
Tentative Tract Map No. 16457 and Tentative Tract Map No. 15940 to prepare two sites at
the northwest and northeast corners of Palm and Irvington A venues for development.
(Exhibit 1). General Plan Amendment No. 02-11 would change 4.33 acres of land from RE.
Residential Estate to RL, Residential Low at the northwest corner of Palm and Irvington
Avenues, and would change 5.65 acres of a 10.35 acre parcel of land from RE. Residential
Estate to RL, Residential Low at the northeast corner of Palm and Irvington Avenues.
Tentative Tract Map No. 15940 would subdivide 13.73 acres into 41 single-family residential
lots with a minimum lot size of 10,800 square feet. Tentative Tract Map No. 16457 would
subdivide 15.56 acres into 47 single-family residential lots with a minimum lot size of 10,800
square feet and dedicate approximately 4.7 acres of remaining land to the City of San
Bernardino to be used as a local park.
At their meeting of June 17, 2003 the Planning Commission considered the applications for
the General Plan Amendment and Tentative Tract Maps. After hearing testimony from
three local residents some of the Commissioners were concerned about maintaining the
current RE, Residential Estate land use district as an upscale entrance into the Verdemont
area. The perceived problem was that the lot sizes proposed (minimum 10,800 square feet)
were to small and were not of the appropriate caliber for this area. Other concerns
mentioned were overcrowding of schools, maintenance of the proposed park, construction
hours, and access to the proposed park. The motion to recommend denial of the General
Plan Amendment and two Tentative Tract Maps did not pass on a three to three vote.
Commissioners Coute, Durr and Enciso voted for the motion to deny the project and
Commissioners Lockett, Sauerbrun, and Thrasher voted against the motion to deny. Please
refer to the Planning Commission staff report for full details on the proposed subdivisions
(Exhibit 2).
The Conditions of Approval for Tentative Tract Map No. 16457 include the requirement
that "Prior to recordation of the final map, the developer has to execute a mutual agreement
with the City's Director of Parks and Recreation and the City Engineerfor arrangement of
dedication and improvement of lot" A" for a future park as shown on the tentative map."
CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO - REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION
Lot" A" contains approximately 4.7 acres and is bordered on the west by Palm Avenue and
the south by Irvington Avenue. Lot" A" is zoned RE and is acceptable for a recreation park
serving Verdemont Heights. The fair market value of lot" A" is estimated to exceed
$480,000, based on the developers purchase price of the entire property and the proposed
improvements to the abutting streets. In a meeting attended by the City Administrator,
Parks, Recreation and Community Services Director, Development Services Director,
Covenant Development President Lindsy L. Hubby III, Vice-President Jonathan E> Silver,
and Mapco President David Mlynarski the terms contained in Exhibit 3 were considered to
be acceptable and presentable to the City Council for consideration.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
None; the applicant has submitted the application filing fees for this project.
RECOMMENDATION
The Mayor and Common Council may close the public hearing and:
1) That said resolution be adopted, the Mitigated Negative Declaration and
Mitigation Monitoring/Reporting Program be adopted, and Tentative Tract Map
No. 16457 and Tentative Tract Map No. 15940 be approved based on the Findings
of Fact in the Planning Commission Staff Report, subject to the Conditions of
Approval (Attachment C) and Standard Requirements (Attachment D); or
2) That General Plan Amendment No. 02-11, Tentative Tract Map No.16457, and
Tentative Tract Map No. 15940 be denied as per the Planning Commission's
recommendation and continue for two weeks for Development Services to bring
findings of fact to the Council.
Exhibits: 1
2
Location Map
Planning Commission Staff Report dated June 17, 2003
Attachment A Location Map
Attachment B Site Plan, Floor Plan, and Elevations
Attachment C Conditions of Approval
Attachment D Standard Requirements
Attachment E Mitigated Negative Declaration
Attachment F Mitigation Monitoring/Reporting
Program
Park Land Dedication Agreement
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EXHIBIT 1
CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
PLANNING DIVISION
LOCATION MAP
LAND USE DISTRICTS
PROJECT: GPA 02-11
TT 15940
(SUB 02-13)
HEARING DATE: 8/4/03
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EXHIBIT 1
CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
PLANNING DIVISION
LOCATION MAP
LAND USE DISTRICTS
PROJECT: GPA 02.11
TT 16457
(SUB 02.14)
HEARING DATE: 8/4/03
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EXHIBIT 2
SUMMARY
CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO PLANNING DIVISION
CASE:
General Plan Amendment (GPA) No. 02-11 and Tentative Tract Map
No. 15940 (Subdivision No. 02-13) and
AGENDA ITEM:
HEARING DATE:
WARD:
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June 17, 2003
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OWNER/APPLICANT:
CD! - San Bernardino
22365 Barton Road #110
Grand Terrace, CA 92313
(909) 503-1134
REQUEST/LOCATION:
A request for a General Plan Amendment to change the land use district for approximately
4.33 acres of land from RE, Residential Estate to RL, Residential Low and for approval of
Tentative Tract Map No. 15940 to subdivide 13.73 acres into forty-one single-family
residential parcels with a minimum lot size of 10,800 square feet. The subject property is
located on the northwest corner of Palm and Irvington Avenues in the RE, Residential Estate
and the RL, Residential Low land use districts.
CONSTRAINTS/OVERLAYS:
High Wind Overlay zone.
ENVIRONMENTAL FINDINGS:
o Not Applicable
o Exempt, Per Section
o No Significant Effects
o Previous Negative Declaration
. Potential Effects, Mitigation Measures and Mitigation Monitoring/Reporting Program
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
. Approval
. Conditions
o Denial
o Continuance to:
General Plan Amendment No 02-11 & Tentative Tract Map No. 15940
Hearing Date 06/17/03
Page 2
REOUEST AND LOCATION
The applicant requests approval of General Plan Amendment No. 02-11 under authority of
Development Code ~ 19.50.050 to change the land use district for approximately 4.33 acres of
RE, Residential Estate land use district to RL, Residential Low land use district and a
Tentative Tract Map No. 15940 under the authority of Development Code ~ 19.66.070 to
subdivide a 13.73-acre parcel into forty-one single-family residential parcels with a minimum
lot size of 10,800 square feet. The subject property is located on the northwest corner of Palm
and 1rvington Avenues in the RE, Residential Estate and RL, Residential Low land use districts
(Attachment A and B).
SETTING/SITE CHARACTERISTICS
The site is located at the northwest corner of Palm and Irvington A venues. The site is bounded
on the north by residences in the RL, Residential Low and RE, Residential Estate land use
districts. The project is bounded on the south by Irvington A venue with residences in the
Residential Estate land use district. The west side of the property is bounded by a residential
tract in the RL, Residential Low land use district, and on the east by Palm A venue with vacant
land in the RL, Residential Low and RE, Residential Estate land use districts. Tentative Tract
No. 16457 is located to the east along Palm Avenue.
The project site is currently vacant and slopes approximately 5% from north to south. The
corner of Palm and Irvington A venues is proposed to be an entry point and will be treated with
a monument sign for the tract.
BACKGROUND
The project was reviewed and moved to Planning Commission by the Development /
Environmental Review Committee on May 29, 2003.
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL OUALITY ACT (CEOA) STATUS
An Initial Study was prepared to address potential impacts related to the proposed General Plan
Amendment and development of this project. The Initial Study identified mitigation measures
necessary to reduce potential impacts to a level of less than significant. A Notice of Intent was
prepared and the Initial Study was released for public review and comment period from May 8,
2003 to May 27,2003. No comments were received during this period. A Mitigation
Monitoring and Reporting Program has been included through the Conditions of Approval.
General Plan Amendment No 02-11 & Tentative Tract Map No. 15940
Hearing Date 06/17/03
Page 3
FINDINGS AND ANALYSIS FOR THE GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT
1. 1s the proposed amendment internally consistent with the General Plan?
The proposed amendment is consistent with Goal I G(b) , which states:
"It shall be the goal of the City of San Bernardino to allow for the infill and recycling
of areas at their prevailing scale and character. '
The amendment maintains the land for low density, single-family residential use,
consistent with adjacent residential development
2. Would the proposed amendment not be materially detrimental to the public interest,
health, safety, convenience or welfare of the City?
The proposed amendment would not be materially detrimental to the public interest,
health, safety, convenience or welfare of the City as it would be adding only nine more
developable parcels than would be allowed under the current land use designation. The
increase in the number of lots does not create impacts that can not be mitigated to a
level of less than significant.
3. Would the proposed amendment maintain the appropriate balance of land uses within
the City?
The proposed amendment would maintain the appropriate balance of land uses within
the City as it would be maintaining the land for single-family residential use.
4. 1s the subject parcel physically suitable (including, but not limited to, access, provision
of utilities, compatibility with adjoining land uses, and absence of physical constraints)
for the requested land use designation(s) and the anticipated land use development?
The subject parcel is physically suitable for the requested land use designation and the
anticipated land use development in that it will be providing access through new streets
adjoining to Irvington A venue, all utilities would be provided as part of the
development of the new tract, it would be similar to the land use to the west and that
proposed to the east and compatible with the land uses to the north and south, and the
land is absent of physical constraints.
General Plan Amendment No 02-11 & Tentative Tract Map No. 15940
Hearing Date 06117/03
Page 4
FINDINGS AND ANALYSIS FOR THE TENTATIVE TRACT
1. Is the proposed map consistent with the General Plan and the Development
Code?
Yes, the proposed subdivision map is consistent with the General Plan and
Development Code (provided the requested General Plan Amendment is approved).
The parcels created will meet minimum development criteria as shown below:
DEVELOPMENT CODE AND GENERAL PLAN CONFORMANCE
CATEGORY PROPOSAL DEVELOPMENT GENERAL PLAN
CODE
Permitted Use Residential Subdivision Permitted Permitted
Lot Size 10,800 SF (minimum) 10,800 SF (minimum) 10,800 SF (minimum)
Lot Width 80' (minimum)-interior 80' (minimum)-interior N/A
88' (minimum)-corner 88' (minimum)-corner
Lot Depth 126' (minimum) 100' (minimum) N/A
Each lot will have direct
and approved access, All lots shall have
Access parking, utilities, direct access to a N/A
drainage, sewer, and public street.
water.
2. Is the design of the proposed subdivision consistent with the General Plan?
Yes, the proposed design and improvements are consistent with General Plan Objective
1.8, which states that it is the objective of the City to:
"Provide lands to accommodate housing units which meet the diverse economic
and social needs of the residents; locating development to
a) retain the scale and character of existing residential neighborhoods;
b) facilitate the upgrade and intensification of declining mixed-density
residential neighborhoods; and
c) allow expansion into vacant and low-intensity use lands within infrastructure
and environmental constraints. "
General Plan Amendment No 02-11 & Tentative Tract Map No. 15940
Hearing Date 06/17/03
Page 5
The proposed project will create 41 new single family residential properties within an
existing residential area. The design and layout of these new lots is consistent with the
adjacent single family residential lots in the area. The proposed map (and expected
future development) will retain the scale and character of the existing residential
neighborhood. The future development of the site with single family residential homes
will be compatible with the residential character of the development in the surrounding
area, as well as the general plan.
3. Is the site physically suitable for the type of proposed development?
Yes, the 13.73 acre site is physically suitable for the proposed residential development.
The Tentative Tract Map conforms to the subdivision design standards specified by the
Development Code in that it meets the minimum lot size for the RL, Residential Low
land use district. All of the proposed lots contain sufficient buildable area and will
have direct access to a dedicated roadway. Connecting to the existing infrastructure
will provide water, sewer, power, gas, telephone, and cable to the site.
4. Is the site physically suitable for the proposed density of development?
Yes, the site is physically suitable for the proposed density of the development in that
the division of land is consistent with the Subdivision Map Act and the proposed lots
will be compatible in design with the current Development Code and the surrounding
residential lots. The proposed density of the project is 3.0 units per gross acre, under
the allowed 3.1 units per gross acre in the RL land use district.
5. Is the design of the subdivision likely to cause substantial environmental
damage, or substantially and unavoidably injure fish or wildlife or their habitat?
No, Planning staff prepared an Initial Study (pursuant to CEQA Guidelines) to identify
potential impacts and determine appropriate mitigation measures. No impacts were
identified that could not be mitigated to a level of less than significant, and the
mitigation measures have been included the presence and extent of any environmental
issues that could result from the subdivision. This project would be subject to
mitigation measures in the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Plan as previously
addressed.
6. Is the design of the subdivision likely to cause serious public health problems?
No, the lots being created each have access to an existing dedicated street. The design
of the proposed subdivision meets all of the applicable requirements for the RL,
Residential Low land use district and is unlikely to result in any public health problems.
General Plan Amendment No 02-11 & Tentative Tract Map No. 15940
Hearing Date 06/17/03
Page 6
7. Will the design of the subdivision or the type of improvements conflict with any
easements, acquired by the public at large, for access through or use of,
property within the proposed subdivision?
No, the easements identified in the Preliminary Title Report relate to utilities. The
design of the subdivision and the proposed improvements will not conflict with these
easements, because any existing easements would be abandoned or relocated by the
Public Works/Engineering Division through processing of the Final Map.
CONCLUSION
The proposal meets all necessary Findings of Fact for approval of the General Plan
Amendment and the Tentative Tract Map.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends the Planning Commission recommend that the Mayor and Common Council:
. Adopt the Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting
Program;
. Adopt General Plan Amendment No. 02-11 based upon the Findings of Fact contained in
this Staff Report; and
. Approve Tentative Tract Map No. 15940 based upon the Findings of Fact contained in this
Staff Report and subject to the Conditions of Approval (Attachment C) and Standard
Requirements (Attachment D).
Respectfully Submitted,
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James Funk
Director, Developme
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Attachment A
Attachment B
Attachment C
Attachment D
Attachment E
Attachment F
Location Map
Site Plan/Parcel Map
Conditions of Approval
Standard Requirements
Initial Study
Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Plan
ATTACHMENT A
CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
PLANNING DIVISION
LOCATION MAP
LAND USE DISTRICTS
PROJECT: GPA 02-11
TT 15940
(SUB 02-13)
HEARING DATE: 6/173
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Hearing Date 06/17/03
Page 9
ATTACHMENT C
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
Tentative Tract Map No. 15940
1) Within two years of this approval, the filing of the final map or parcel map with the
Council shall have occurred or the approval shall become null and void. Expiration of a
tentative map shall terminate all proceedings and no final map or parcel map shall be filed
without first processing a new tentative map. The City Engineer must accept the final map
or parcel map documents as adequate for approval by Council prior to forwarding them to
the City Clerk. The date the final map shall be deemed filed with the Council is the date
on which the City Clerk receives the map.
Expiration Date:
Two years from Mayor & Common Council Action
2) The review authority may, upon application being filed 30 days prior to the expiration date
and for good cause, grant up to five extension of time not to exceed 12 months each,
pursuant to Development Code Section 19.66.170 and the State Map Act. The review
authority shall ensure that the project complies with all current Development Code
provisions.
3) 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), the Economic Development Agency of the City of San Bernardino (EDA),
any departments, agencies, divisions, boards or commission of either the City or EDA as well
as predecessors, successors, assigns, agents, directors, elected officials, officers, employees,
representatives and attorneys of either the City or EDA from any claim, action or proceeding
against any of the foregoing persons or entities. The applicant further agrees to reimburse the
City of 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 <<attorneys fees" for the purpose of this condition.
As part of the consideration for issuing this permit, this condition shall remain in effect if
this Tentative Tract Map is rescinded or revoked, whether or not at the request of
applicant.
4) Development of the residential units will require approval of a separate Development
Permit.
5) The proposal for development shall include all landscaping and fencing required by the
Development Code (SBMC Chapter 19).
General Plan Amendment No 02-11 & Tentative Tract Map No. 15940
Hearing Date 06/17103
Page 10
6) When the parcels are developed a four foot by eleven foot concrete pad shall be required
for each parcel to keep refuse containers. This pad shall be screened from public view,
and shall have a four (4) foot paved path of access to the street (which may include the
driveway). The location and size of this pad shall be reviewed and approved by the Public
Services Department during review of the development application.
7) Access to be provided through the proposed new streets to each of the 41 parcels.
8) Filing of the Final Tract Map is subject to prior approval of the associate General Plan
Amendment No. 02-11 by the Mayor and Common Council.
9) Development of the proposed parcels is subject to the mitigation measures identified in the
Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Plan.
10) This permit or approval is subject to the attached conditions or requirements of the
following City Departments or Divisions:
a. Public Works (Engineering Division)
b. Fire Department
c. Water Department
ATTACHMENT "D"
STANDARD REQUIREMENTS
DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICES/PUBLIC WORKS DIVISION
CASE NO: TR NO. 15940 DESCRIPTION: CONSTRUCT 41 SINGLE
FAMILY HOMES
APPLICANT: LOCATION: NIW PALM AVENUE AND
CDI/SAN BERNARDINO
INVESTOR #1 L.L.C. IRVINGTON AVENUE
. NOTE TO APPUCANT: Where separate Engineering plans are required, the applicant is
responsible for submitting the Engineering plans directly to the Engineering Division. They
may be submitted prior to submittal of Building Plans.
1. Drainage and Flood Control
a) A local drainage study will be required for the project. Any drainage
improvements, structures or storm drains needed to mitigate downstream
impacts or protect the development shall be designed and constructed at
the developer's expense, and right-of-way dedicated as necessary.
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) Applicant shall mitigate on-site storm water discharge sufficiently to
maintain compliance with the City's NPDES Storm Water Discharge
Permit Requirements. A "Notice of Intent (NOI)" shall be filed with the
State Water Quality Control Board for construction disturbing 1 acre more
of land.
d) The City Engineer, 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.
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6/11/2003
STANDARD REQUIREMENTS
DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICES/PUBLIC WORKS DIVISION
CASE NO: TR NO. 15940
DESCRIPTION: CONSTRUCT 41 SINGLE
FAMILY HOMES
APPLICANT:
CDI/SAN BERNARDINO
INVESTOR #1 L.L.C.
LOCATION:
NIW PALM AVENUE AND
IRVINGTON AVENUE
2. Grading and Landscaping
a) If more than l' of fill or 2' of cut is proposed, the site/plot/grading and
drainage plan shall be signed by a Registered Civil Engineer and a
grading permit will be required. The grading 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 City
Engineer.
b) If more than 5 trees are to be removed from the site, a tree removal permit
conforming to the requirements of Section 19.28.090 of the Development
Code shall be obtained from the Department of Development Services-
Planning Division prior to issuance of any grading or site development
permits.
c) If more than 5,000 cubic yards of earthwork is proposed, a grading bond
will be required and the grading shall be supervised in accordance with
Section 7012(c) of the Uniform Building Code.
d) If more than 1,000 cubic yards of earth is to be hauled on City Streets
then a special hauling permit shall be obtained from the City Engineer.
Additional conditions, such as truck route approval, traffic controls,
bonding, covering of loads, street cleaning, etc. may be required by the
City Engineer.
e) One 4' x 11' PCC pad at least 4" thick shall be provided in the rear or side
yard area of each lot for storage of recycling containers. The pad shall be
screened from public view and a 3' wide concrete walkway shall be
provided from the driveway to the pad. All gates along the access way
shall have a clear width of 3'-6" minimum. A minimum clearance of 4 feet
shall be provided around the pad.
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STANDARD REQUIREMENTS
DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICESIPUBLlC WORKS DIVISION
CASE NO: TR NO. 15940
APPLICANT:
CDt/SAN BERNARDINO
INVESTOR #1 L.L.C.
DESCRIPTION: CONSTRUCT 41 SINGLE
FAMILY HOMES
LOCATION:
NIW PALM AVENUE AND
IRVINGTON AVENUE
f) 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 City Engineer.
g) This project is located in the "High Wind Area". Therefore, all free
standing walls and fences shall be designed for a minimum wind load of
23 pounds per square foot of vertical surface, unless a lower value is
approved by the City Engineer.
h) The project Landscape Plan shall be reviewed and approved by the City
Engineer prior to issuance of a grading permit. Submit 5 copies to the
Engineering Division for Checking.
i) 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
maintenance district, in which case, a separate landscape plan shall be
provided.
j) A Landscape Maintenance District shall be implemented to maintain
landscaping within the following areas: Irvington Avenue, Palm Avenue
and "B" Street
k) All required maintenance districts shall be formed prior to Map recording.
I) Separate sets of Landscape Plans shall be provided for the Landscape
Maintenance District.
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STANDARD REQUIREMENTS
DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICES/PUBLIC WORKS DIVISION
CASE NO: TR NO. 15940
DESCRIPTION: CONSTRUCT 41 SINGLE
FAMILY HOMES
APPLICANT:
CDI/SAN BERNARDINO
INVESTOR #1 L.L.C.
LOCATION:
NIW PALM AVENUE AND
IRVINGTON AVENUE
m) Prior to sale of each parcel, the Developer shall provide the City's Real
Property Section of the Public Works Division with a signed copy of the
"Notice of Assessment District" disclosure for each property purchaser.
3. Utilities
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) Each parcel 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) Sewer main extensions required to serve the site shall be constructed at
the Developer's expense.
e) This project is located in the sewer service area maintained by the City of
San Bernardino therefore, any necessary sewer main extension shall be
designed and constructed in accordance with the City's "Sewer Policy and
Procedures" and City Standard Drawings.
f) Utility services shall be placed underground and easements provided as
required.
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STANDARD REQUIREMENTS
DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICESIPUBLlC WORKS DIVISION
CASE NO: TR NO. 15940
DESCRIPTION: CONSTRUCT 41 SINGLE
FAMILY HOMES
APPLICANT:
CDI/SAN BERNARDINO
INVESTOR #1 L.L.C.
LOCATION:
NIW PALM AVENUE AND
IRVINGTON AVENUE
g) A street cut permit, from the City Engineer, will be required for utility cuts
into existing streets where the street is not being repaved as part of the
required improvements.
h) All existing overhead utilities adjacent to or traversing the site on either
side of the street shall be undergrounded in accordance with Section
19.20.030 (non-subdivisions) or Section 19.30.110 (subdivisions) of the
Development Code.
i) 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).
4. Mapping
a) A Final/Parcel Map based upon field survey will be required.
b) All street names shall be subject to approval of the City En9ineer prior to
Map approval.
c) Additional survey and map information including, but not limited to,
building setbacks, flooding and zones, seismic lines and setbacks,
geologic mapping and archeological sites shall be filed with the City
Engineer in accordance with Ordinance No. MC-592.
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STANDARD REQUIREMENTS.
DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICESIPUBLlC WORKS DIVISION
CASE NO: TR NO. 15940
DESCRIPTION: CONSTRUCT 41 SINGLE
FAMILY HOMES
APPLICANT:
CDI/SAN BERNARDINO
INVESTOR #1 L.L.C.
LOCATION:
NIW PALM AVENUE AND
IRVINGTON AVENUE
d) If this Map is located in an Assessment District and the assessment has
not been paid off, the subdivider shall submit an apportionment
application to the Real Property section of the Public Works Division.
Application forms can be obtained fonm the Real Property Section at (909)
384-5026.
e) Assessment District Apportionment Fees:
. Final Maps or Parcel Maps of more than 4 Parcels - $ 2,250.00 plus
$25.00 for each final assessable lot or parcel.
5. Improvement Completion
a) Street, sewer, and drainage improvement plans for the entire project shall
be completed, subject to the approval of the City Engineer, prior to the
Map recordation.
b) If the required improvements are not completed prior to Map recordation,
an improvement security accompanied by an agreement executed by the
developer and the City will be required.
c) If the required improvements are not proposed to be completed prior to
recordation of the Parcel Map, a deferred improvement agreement in
accordance with Section 19.30.160 of the Development Code will be
required. If the agreement is approved, an improvement certificate shall
be placed on the Parcel Map stating that the required improvements will
be completed upon development. Applicable to Parcel Maps consisting of
4 or less parcels only.
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STANDARD REQUIREMENTS
DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICES/PUBLIC WORKS DIVISION
CASE NO: TR NO. 15940
APPLICANT:
CDI/SAN BERNARDINO
INVESTOR #1 L.L.C.
DESCRIPTION: CONSTRUCT 41 SINGLE
. FAMILY HOMES
LOCATION:
N/W PALM AVENUE AND
IRVINGTON AVENUE
d) Street light energy fee to pay cost of street light energy for a period of 4
years shall be paid. Exact amount shall be determined and shall become
payable prior to map recording.
e) All rights of vehicular ingress/egress shall be dedicated from the following
streets Irvington Avenue, Palm Avenue
6. Street Improvement and Dedications
a) All public streets within and adjacent to the development shall be
improved to include combination curb and gutter, paving, handicap ramps,
street lights, sidewalks and appurtenances, including, but not limited to
traffic signals, traffic signal modifications, relocation of public or private
facilities which interfere with new construction, striping, shall be
accomplished in accordance with the City of San Bernardino "Street
Improvement Policy" and City 'Standard Drawings", unless otherwise
approved by the City Engineer. Street lighting, when required, shall be
designed and constructed in accordance with the City's "Street Lighting
Policies and Procedures". Street lighting shall be shown on street
improvement plans except where otherwise approved by the City
Engineer.
b) For the streets listed below, dedication of adequate street right-of way
(R.W.) to 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:
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STANDARD REQUIREMENTS
DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICESIPUBLlC WORKS DIVISION
CASE NO: TR NO. 15940 DESCRIPTION: CONSTRUCT 41 SINGLE
FAMILY HOMES
APPLICANT: LOCATION: NIW PALM AVENUE AND
CDI/SAN BERNARDINO IRVINGTON AVENUE
INVESTOR #1 L.L.C.
Street Name Right of WaY(!!J Curb Line@
IRVINGTON AVENUE 30' 20'
PALM AVENUE 44' 32'
"A", "B", "C" STREETS 25' 18'
c) Construct 8" Curb and Gutter per City Standard No. 200 adjacent to the
site. Widen pavement adjacent to the site to match new curb and gutter.
Construct approach and departure transitions for traffic safety and
drainage as approved by the City Engineer.
d) Construct sidewalk adjacent to the site in accordance with City Standard
No. 202, Case "A" (6' wide adjacent to curb).
e) Construct Handicap Ramps in accordance with City Standard No. 205 at
all curb retums within and adjacent to the project site. Dedicate sufficient
right-of-way at the corner to accommodate the ramp.
f) Construct Driveway Approaches per City Standard No. 203. Remove
existing driveway approaches that are not part of the approved plan and
replace with full height curb & gutter and sidewalk.
g) All Curb return radii shall be 25 feet minimum.
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STANDARD REQUIREMENTS
DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICES/PUBLIC WORKS DIVISION
CASE NO: TR NO. 15940 DESCRIPTION: CONSTRUCT 41 SINGLE
FAMILY HOMES
APPLICANT: LOCATION: NIW PALM AVENUE AND
CDI/SAN BERNARDINO
INVESTOR #1 L.L.C. IRVINGTON AVENUE
h) Curb returns at the intersection of two arterial streets shall be 35 feet
unless otherwise approved by the City Engineer.
i) Construct all cul-de-sac's and knuckles in accordance with City Standard
Drawing No.1 01.
j) Install Street Lights adjacent to the site in accordance with City Standard
Nos. SL-1 and SL-2.
7. Phasing
a) If the project is to be developed in phases, each individual phase shall be
designed to provide maximum public safety, convenience for public
service vehicles, and proper traffic circulation. In order to meet this
requirement, the following will be required prior to the finalization of any
phase:
b) Improvement plans for the total project or sufficient plans beyond the
phase boundary to verify the feasibility of the design shall be complete to
the satisfaction of the City Engineer;
c) A Plan shall be submitted for review and approval by the Engineering
Division, Fire, and Planning Departments indication what improvements
will be constructed with the given phase, subject to the following:
d) Dead-end streets shall be provided with a minimum 32 foot radius paved
width;
e) Half width streets shall be provided with a minimum 28 foot paved width;
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STANDARD REQUIREMENTS
DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICES/PUBLIC WORKS DIVISION
CASE NO: TR NO. 15940 DESCRIPTION: CONSTRUCT 41 SINGLE
FAMILY HOMES
APPLICANT: LOCATION: NIW PALM AVENUE AND
CDIISAN BERNARDINO
INVESTOR #1 L.L.C. IRVINGTON AVENUE
f) Street improvements shall be completed beyond the phase boundaries,
as necessary to provide secondary access;
g) Drainage facilities, such as storm drains, channels, earth berms, and
block walls, shall be constructed, as necessary, to protect the
development from off-site flows;
h) A properly designed water system shall be constructed which is capable
of providing required fire flow, perhaps looping or extending beyond the
phase boundaries;
i) Easements for any of the above and the installation of necessary utilities
shall be completed; and,
j) Phase boundaries shall correspond to the lot lines shown on the approved
tentative map.
8. Required Engineering Permits
a) Grading permit (If applicable.).
b) On-site improvements construction permit (except buildings - see
Development Services-Building Division), including landscaping.
c) Off-site improvements construction permit.
Page 100'12 Pages
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STANDARD REQUIREMENTS
DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICESIPUBLlC WORKS DIVISION
CASE NO: TR NO. 15940
DESCRIPTION: CONSTRUCT 41 SINGLE
FAMILY HOMES
APPLICANT:
CDI/SAN BERNARDINO
INVESTOR #1 L.L.C.
LOCATION:
NIW PALM AVENUE AND
IRVINGTON AVENUE
9. Applicable Engineering Fees!
a) Map Checking fee - $ 1,000.00 plus $ 30.00 per lot or parcel.
b) Plan check and inspection fees for off-site improvements - 4% and 4%,
respectively, of the estimated construction cosf of the off-site
improvements.
c) Plan check and inspection fees for on-site improvements (except buildings
- See Development Services-Building Division) - 2% and 3%, respectively,
of the estimated construction cosf of the on-site improvements, including
landscaping.
d) Plan check and inspection fees for grading (If permit required) - Fee
Schedule available at the Engineering Division Counter.
e) Drainage fee in the approximate amount as follows based on $0.156 per
square foot of net lot area - not to exceed $3,120.00 for any lot.
f) Traffic system fee in the estimated amount as follows based on $181.48
per house: $7,440.68
I All Fees are subject to change without not/ceo
2Est/mated Construct/on Cost for Off-Site Improvements Is based on a list of standard unit prices on file with
the Public Works Division.
3 Est/mated Construct/on Cost for On-Site Improvements Is based on a list of standard unit prices on file
with the Public Works Division.
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STANDARD REQUIREMENTS
DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICES/PUBLIC WORKS DIVISION
CASE NO: TR NO. 15940 DESCRIPTION: CONSTRUCT 41 SINGLE
FAMILY HOMES
APPLICANT: LOCATION: NIW PALM AVENUE AND
CDIISAN BERNARDINO
INVESTOR #1 L.L.C. IRVINGTON AVENUE
g) Sewer Connection fee in the approximate amount as follows based on
$322.80 per bedroom.
h) Sewer inspection fee in the estimated amount as follows based on $21.72
per connection: $890.52
10. Additional Requirements - General
a) The Developer shall install stop signs with stop bars/pavement logos
facing southbound traffic on "A" Street and "C" Street at Irvington Avenue.
b) Developer shall contribute $4,200.00 toward the cost of a future traffic
signal at Palm Avenuellrvington Avenue.
11. Additional Requirements - Verdemont Area Pro~
a) This development will be required to pay Infrastructure Development Fees
prior to issuance of building permits in the amount of $1,500.00 per single
family residence: *This fee will be increased to $3,000.00 on June 22,
2003.
b) This single-family residential project lies within the Chestnut Storm Drain
Fee boundary. Therefore, a storm drain Surcharge Fee in the estimated
amount as follows based on $ 0.182 per square foot shall be paid (not to
exceed $2,741.78 per lot) to the City prior to approval of building permits:
c) This project lies within the proposed boundary of the Palm Avenue Box
Culvert and Traffic Signal Fee area; therefore, a fee in the estimated
amount as follows of $ 0.02 per square foot of net project area shall be
paid to the City prior to approval of building permits:
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CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO FIRE DEPARTMENT
STANDARD REQUIREMENTS Case: QIJA 02.-11
C,CA OL- iI Date: :'3 '-z -, 1:=3
'PALn1 / / Ill/I IUc;f/O r-L {PM Ir:.o457 Reviewed y:
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS: -r-r- Iq:;Q40
~ Provide one additional set of construction plans to Building and Safety for Fire Department use at time of plan check.
Contact the City of San Bernardino Fire Department at (909) 384.5388 for specific detailed requirements.
The developer shall provide for adequate fire "ow. Minimum fire flow requirements shall be based on square footage, construction features, and exposure
infonnation supplied by the developer and!!!!!!! be available Drlor to placing combustible materials on site.
~ER PURVEYOR FOR FIRE PROTECTION:
~ protection water service for the area of this project is provided by:
San Bernardino Municipal Water Department-Engineering (909) 384-5391
o East Valley Water District-Engineering (909) 888-8986
D Other Water purveyor. - Phone:
~LIC FIRE PROTECTION FACILITIES:
Public fire hydrants are required along streets at intervals nol to exceed 300 feet for commercial and multi-residential areas and at intervals not to exceed
~ feet tor residential areas.
Fire hydrant minimum flow rates of 1,500 gpm at a 20 psi minimum residual pressure are required for commercial and multi-residential areas. Minimum fire
hydrant flow rates of 1,000 gpm at a 20 psi minimum residual pressure are required for residential areas.
~ire hydrant type and specifIC location shall be jointly determined by the City of San Bemardino Fire Department in conjunction with the water purveyor. Fire
~rant materials and installation shall conform to the standards and specifications of the water purveyor.
ublic tire hydrants, fire services. and public water facilities necessary to meet Fire Department requirements are the developer's financial responsibility and
shall be installed by the water purveyor or by the developer at the water purveyor's discretion. Contact the water purveyor indicated above for additional
information.
ACCESS:
0 Provide two separate, dedicated routes of ingress/egress to the property entrance. The routes shall be paved, all YY88ther.
0 Provide an access road to e.ch building for fire apparatus. Access roadway shall have an all-weather driving surface of not less than 20 feet of unob-
structed width.
0 Extend roadway to 'Nithin 150 feet of all portions of the exterior wall at all single story buildings.
0 Extend roadway to within 50 feet 01 the exterior wall of en mulliple-story buildings.
0 Provide "NO PARKING- signs 'Ittlenever parking of vehictes would possible reduce the clearance of access roadways to less than the required width. Signs
are to read "FIRE LANE-NO PARKlNG-M.C. Sec. 15.16".
~ad-end streets shall not exceed 500 feet in length and shall have a minimum 40 foot radius turnaround.
e names of any new streets (public or private) shall be submitted to the Fire Department for approval.
~
All access roads and streets are to be constructed and usable prior to combustible construction.
0 Private fire hydrants shall be installed to protect each building located more than 150 feet Irom the curb line. No fire hydrants should be within 40 feet of any
exterior wall. The hydrants shall be Wet Barrel type, 1Nith one 21h inch and 4 inch outlet, and approved by the Fire Department. Areas adjacent to fire
hydrants shall be designated as a "NO PARKING- zone by painting an 8 inch wide, red stlipe for 15 feet in each direction in front of the hydrant in such a
manner that it will not be blocked by parked vehicles. Lettering to be in white 6" by 1h".
~GS:
Address numerals shall be installed on the building at the front or other approved location in such a manner as to be visible from the frontage street. Com-
mercial and mutti family address numerals shall be 6 inches tall, single family address numerals shall be 4 inches tall. The color 01 the numerals shall con-
0 trast YVilh the color of the background.
ldenlify each gas and electric maler with the number 01 the untt it serves.
0 Fire extinguishers must be installed prior to the building being occupied. The minimum rating for any fire extingulsher is ZA lOB/C. Minimum distribution of
0 fire extinguishers must be such that no interior part of the building is over 75 feet travel distance from a fire extinguisher.
Apartment houses with 16 or more units, hotels (motels) with 20 or more units, or apartments or hate (motels) three stories or more in height shall be
equipped with automatic fire sprinklers designed to NFPA standards.
0 All buildings, over 5,000 square feet, shall be equipped with an automatic fire sprinker system designed 10 NFPA standards. This includes existing buildings
vacant over 365 days.
0 Submit plans for the fire protection system to the Fire Department prior to beginning construction of the system. Permit required.
0 Tenant improvements in all sprinklered buildings are to be approved by the Fire Department prior to start of construction. Permit required.
0 Provide fire alarm (required throughout). Plans must be approved by the Fire Department prior to start 01 installation. Permit required.
0 Fire Department connection to sprinkler system/standpipe system, shall be required at Fire Department approved location.
B Fire Code Pennll required.
Fire Sprinkler monitoring required. Plans must be approved by the Fire Department prior to the start of construction. Permit required.
Note: The applicant must request, in writing, any changes to Fire Department requirements.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: I UI</1/ / AI c.q 'i?AfYUS ON CUL bE: S-f+c:... /3
RE:C;N / J 12~ 0 To 1'3.e- <10/
FP8110jOl-<lll1
At-'N ",""-,,.. -t
SAN BERNARDINO MUNICIPAL WATER DEPARTMENT
STANDARD REQUIREMENTS
~ tJIU.nJtSto/'J AJO O~-I 3 J
Review of Plans; G-Pp. /JO. O"Z--l \ -r-rNo I S"l'-i D Date Compiled: S -,.S-O~
OwnerlDeveloper: c..r::"T:-/r;AOoJ~~"t:!J :rNv;"-rnD#J,:/ LL'-- Compiled By: ~l"'e.. N
Type of Project: ~"N~ GoUIlULI'UlOoJ "1.~3""" Ftr-o"", fl~ To J2L Number 01 Units:
, ,....,.. (r.e.;>v...-r' Il.">3 ~.....~ TD '1t S F'~L5
LocatIOn: "'/lI..J '-$/'1 J~€J'L. e r PA' l_-... ~ x:p..Vrt<<.1 0,,", ^ liE..
WATER DEPARTMENT ENGINEERING:
Contact: :r-"'lMi:-~ py ~ Phone: 38'11-5"5'71 Fax: 3d"Y -S"~~L
Note: All Water Services are Subject to lhe Rules & Regula/ions of lhe Water Deportment.
!" fIf<- . /oJ ,.~-...
~SizeofMainAdjacenttbeProject: 11" c..Lll.""p..T..~... ,~J u....'>Jr_TON 1I."e_1.. {....P!;7Ul.A> ~lhNciTi:>~
,
,,^pproximate Water Pressure: 7 '5 f' 5]::- Elevation of Water Slo......: /9 I C. Hydrant Flow 4>> 20 poi:
,lLType, Size, Location. and Distance to Nearest Fire Hydrant: '2.. 'U.J" "" wi S T...l4w..1L/'L <3 N P J.. L "'"
o Pressure Regulator Required on Customer's Side on tbe Meler.
o Off-.ite Water Faciliti.. Required.
o Area Not Served by San Bernardino Municipal Water Department.
a Corrunents:
WATER OUALlTY CONTROL:
Contact: C.C IV AD-rz- i IE.- T Pr Phone: 308 "I - $/3 q Fax: '3 8 Ii - S- z. \0 0
JiR.P.P. Backflow Device Required at Service Connection. FOil- /=::'O......IOS " '- >E.JZ.. V /c..1Z.-
~ollble Check Backflow Device Required at Service Connection. Fa {l. :f:IZill 6lt-T7 0 /<oJ AJoJ D ~ , ILL ~iE.6Z-,,/c..e.
~ckflow Device to be Inspected Before Water Service can be Activated.
o No Backflow Device Required at This Time.
ENVIRONMENT AI. CONTROLIINDlISTRIAL WASTE:
Contact: AN e:. 'I c....o '" of:!. Y Phone: 38't - ~ '2....3,=> Fax: 3kv - Ii 'Z-!:.-g'
Note: No Brine Regenerative Waler Softeners May be Installed, Unles. HoWing and Hauling i. Provided for tbe Brine. AlIlnterceptnn
will be a 1200 Gallon Capacity with a Sample Box Included.
o Industri.t Waste Pennit Required.
o Grease Interceptor Required.
Cl Pre-treatment Required,
SEWER CAPACITY INFORMATION:
Contact: NE... L- -rlM)'^^.,$'Fl N Phnne: 38"1 - SC>7 3 Fax: '3 SS''t - S"S"'1 L
Nole: Proof of Payment Must be Submitted In the BuiWing & Safety Department Prior to Issuance of tbe Building Pennit.
o Sand/Oil Interceptor Required.
o No Issueo attbis Time.
Cl No Sewer Capacity Fee Applicable at This Time.
;(sewer Capacity Fee Must Be Paid to tbe Water Department for - GalloDO Per Day, Equivalent Dwelling Units: t./ I
Cl Subjeclto Recalculation of Fee Prior to tbe Issuance of Building Pennit.
Breakdown of EstimAted G.llons Per Day:
STtIIEQl'Il.FRM (2.I9"JI
CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
INlTlAL STUDY
ATTACHMENT "E"
INITIAL STUDY FOR
Tentative Tract Map 15940, Subdivision 02-13, General Plan
Amendment 02-11
PROJECT DESCRIPTION/LOCA TION:
The proposed project consists of the following components: a General Plan
Amendment to change 4.33 acres from RE, Residential Estate (minimum lot size
of 1 acre) to RL, Residential Low minimum lot size of 10,800 square feet) land use
designation and a Tentative Tract Map to subdivide approximately 13.73 acres of
land into 41 single-family residential properties. The project lies within the High
Wind Overlay zone.
DATE: April 30, 2003
PREPARED BY
City of San Bernardino
Development Service Department
300 North "D" Street
San Bernardino, CA 92418
909-384-5057
CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
PLANNING AND BUILDING SERVICES
INITIAL STUDY
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) requires the preparation of an Initial Study when a
proposal must obtain discretionary approval from a govemmental agency and is not exempt from CEQA. The
purpose of the Initial Study is to determine whether or not a proposal, not exempt from CEQA, qualifies for
a Negative Declaration or whether or not an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) must be prepared.
1.
Project Title:
Tentative Tract No. 15940 (Subdivision No. 02-13) and
General Plan Amendment No. 02-11
Mapco
2. Lead Agency Name: City of San Bernardino Department of Planning and Building Services
Address: 300 North D Street, San Bernardino CA 92418
3.
Contact Person:
Ben Steckler
Phone Number:
(909) 384-5057
4. Project Location (AddresslNearest cross-streets): The proposed project is located at the northwest
corner of the intersection of Palm and Irvington Avenues.
5.
Project Sponsor:
Address:
CDI - San Bernardino Investor I
22365 Barton Road #110
Grand Terrace, CA 92313
6. General Plan Designation: Existing designation RL, Residential Low, and RE, Residential Estate.
7. Description of Project (Describe the whole action involved, including but not limited to later phases
of the project, and any secondary, support, or off-site features necessary for its implementation.): The
proposed project consists of the following components: a General Plan Amendment to change 4.33
acres from RE, Residential Estate (minimum lot size of I acre) to RL, Residential Low minimum lot
size of 10,800 square feet) land use designation and a Tentative Tract Map to subdivide approximately
13.73 acres ofland into 41 single-family residential properties. The project lies within the High Wind
Overlay zone.
The project site is currently vacant. The proposed project does not include any construction at this
time, but will prepare the land for future development of 41 single-family residences. A perimeter
wall will be required when development is proposed. The comer of Palm Avenue and Irvington
Avenue will be an entry point and will be treated with a monument sign for the tract. The project
includes a landscaped belt along the Palm Avenue street frontage. The project site features various
topographic natural slopes which generally follows a pattern of approximately 5% downward slope
from the north portion of the site toward Irvington Avenue at the southern portion of the site (Figure
I).
CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
PLANNING AND BUILDING SERVICES
INITIAL STUDY
8. Surrounding Land Uses and Setting: The site is situated at the northwest corner of Palm and
Irvington Avenues. Most of the area to the north of the project is developed with single-family
residential uses. The adjacent area to the east of the site is vacant land planned for subdivision into
a park and 47 single-family residential properties. To the east of the site is a single-family residential
subdivision. On the south across Irvington Avenue is a single-family residential neighborhood and
to the north is also developed with single-family residential properties. Table I identifies surrounding
land use and zoning.
Table 1
Existing Land Uses and Land Use Designations for Areas Immediately
Ad'acent to the Proposed Proiect
Location Land Use Designation Land Uses
West
RE&RL
RE
RE & RL
RL
I Single-Family Residential
Single-Family Residential
Vacant Land & Single-
Familv Residential
Single-Family Residential
North
South
East
Source: City of San Bernardino General Plan, 1989; site visit.
LEGEND:
RL - Residential Low (up to 3.1 dwelling units per acre)
RE - Residential Estate (up to I dwelling unit per acre)
9. Other agencies whose approval is required (e.g., permits, financing approval, or participation
agreement): The following permits will be required for construction and/or operation of the proposed
project:
X Grading and Building permits from the City of San Bernardino Development Services Department
X National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Permit from the Regional Water
Quality Control Board (RWQCB), Santa Ana Region
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CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
PLANNING AND BUILDING SERVICES
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ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS POTENTIALLY AFFECTED
The environmental factors checked below would be potentially affected by this project, involving at
least one impact that is a "Potentially Significant Impact" as indicated by the checklist on the following
pages.
0 Land Use and Planning 0 Transportation/Circulation 0 Public Services
0 Population and Housing 0 Biological Resources 0 Utilities
IEl Earth Resources 0 Energy and Mineral Resources 0 Aesthetics
IEl Water 0 Hazards 0 Cultural Resources
IEl Air Quality IEl Noise 0 Recreation
0 Mandatory Findings of Significance
DETERMINATION.
On the basis of this Initial Study, the City of San Bernardino, Environmental Review
Committee finds:
That the proposed project COULD NOT have a significant effect on the environment, and 0
a NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared.
That although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment, there IEl
will not be a significant effect in this case because the mitigation measures described on an
attached sheet have been added to the project. A NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be
prepared.
That the proposed project MAY have a significant effect on the environment, and an 0
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required.
That although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment, there 0
WILL NOT be a significant effect in this case because all potentially significant effects (a)
have been analyzed adequately in an earlier EIR pursuant to applicable standards and (b)
have been avoided or mitigated pursuant to that earlier EIR. including revisions or
mitigation measures that are imposed upon the proposed project.
Ben Steckler
Printed Name
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Potentially
Significant
Impact
I Potentially
Significant
Unless
Mitigation
Incorporated
Less Than
Significant
Impact
No
Impact
I. LAND USE AND PLANNING. Will the
proposal result in:
i ,
a) A conflict with the land use as 0 0 [8] , 0
I i
designated based on the review of the I
I
General Plan Land Use Plan/Zoning i
I
Districts Map? i
,
I i
I b) Development within an Airport District 0 0 0 I lEI
I as identified in the Air Installation I I
I Compatible Use Zone (AICUZ) Report I
I
I I
I and the Land Use Zoning District Map?
I i
c) Development within Foothill Fire Zones 0 ! 0 0 lEI
A & B, or C as identified on the Land I I
Use Districts Zoning Map?
I
d) ,
Other? 0 0 , 0 lEI
I
I I ,
POPULATION AND HOUSING. Will the i I
I II. I
I proposal: I I
, , I
a) Remove existing housing (including 0 0 0 [8]
affordable housing) as verified by a site I
I
survev/evaluation? I
I I I
b) Create a significant demand for I 0 0 0 lEI
additional housing based on the I
proposed use and evaluation of project I
I size? i
i
, I I !
, Induce substantial growth in an area 0 0 0 [8]
I c)
i either directly or indirectly (e.g., through i
I proj ects in an undeveloped area or an I
I extension of major infrastructure)? I
I
i I
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Potentially
Significant
Potentially Unless Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant No
Impact IncOlporated Impact Impact
III. EARTH RESOURCES: Will the proposal
result in:
a) Earth movement (cut and/or fill) on 0 0 0 IX!
slopes of 15% or more based on
information contained in the Preliminary
Pro'ect Descri tion Form No. D?
b) Development and/or grading on a slope 0 0 0 IX!
greater than 15% natural grade based on
review of General Plan HMOD map?
c) Erosion, dust or unstable soil conditions 0 IX! 0 0
from excavation, radin or fill?
d) Development within the Alquist-Priolo 0 0 IX! 0
Special Studies Zone as defined in
Section 12.0-Geologic & Seismic,
Fi ure 47, of the Cit 's General Plan?
e) Modification of any unique geologic or 0 0 0 IX!
h sical feature based on field review?
f) Development within areas defined as 0 IX! 0 0
having high potential for water or wind
erosion as identified in Section 12.0-
Geologic & Seismic, Figure 53, of the
Cit 's General Plan?
g) Modification of a channel, creek or river 0 0 0 IX!
based on a field review or review of
USGS Topographic Map San
Bernardino North.
h) Development within an area subject to 0 IX! 0 0
landslides, mudslides, subsidence or
other similar hazards as identified in
Section 12.0-Geologic & Seismic,
Figures 48,51,52 and 53 of the City's
General Plan?
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Potentially
Significant
Impact
Potentially
Significant
Unless
Mitigation
Incorporated
No
Impact
Less Than
Significant
Impact
i)
o
o
Development within an area subject to
liquefaction as shown in Section 12.0-
Geologic & Seismic, Figure 48, of the
Cit 's General Plan?
o
lEI
I
I IV. WATER. Will the TO osal result in:
Other?
o
o
o
o
a)
Changes in absorption rates, drainage
patterns, or the rate and amount of
surface runoff due to impermeable
surfaces that cannot be mitigated by
Public Works Standard Requirements to
contain and convey runoff to approved
storm drain based on review of the
ro osed site Ian?
o
IRI
o
o
b)
Significant alteration in the course or
flow of flood waters based on
consultation with Public Works staff?
o
o
IRI
o
I I I I
c) Discharge into surface waters or any 0 IRI 0 0
alteration of surface water quality based !
i
on requirements of Public Works to have I
I
I runoff directed to approved storm
drains? i
I I ,
I d) Changes in the quantity or quality of , 0 0 I 0 lEI
, i
, ! I
i ground water?
,
e) Exposure of people or property to flood 0 0 0 I lEI
hazards as identified in the Federal
Emergency Management Agency's Flood I
I Insurance Rate Map 06071C7940F and I
! Section 16.0-Flooding, Figure 62, of the
I City's General Plan?
I i I
t) Other? 0 0 I 0 0
,
i v. , I I
AIR QUALITY. Will the proposal: i
I a) Violate any air quality standard or 0 IRI 0 0
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Potentially
Significant
Potentially Unless Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant No
Impact Incorporated Impact Impact
contribute to an existing or projected air
quality violation based on the thresholds
in the SCAQMD's "CEQA Air Quality
Handbook"?
b 0 0 [EJ 0
c) Alter air movement, moisture, or 0 0 0 [EJ
temperature, or cause any change in
climate?
I d) Create objectionable odors based on 0 0 0 [EJ
I information contained in the Preliminary
I Environmental Description Form?
I TRANSPORT A nON/CIRCULA nON.
I VI.
I Could the ro osal result in:
a) A significant increase in traffic volumes 0 0 [EJ 0
on the roadways or intersections or an
increase that is significantly greater than
the land use designated on the General
Plan?
b) Alteration of present patterns of 0 0 [EJ 0
circulation?
c) A disjointed pattern of roadway 0 0 0 [EJ
imorovements?
d) Imoact to rail or air traffic? 0 , 0 0 [EJ
e) Insufficient parking capacity on-site or 0 I 0 0 [EJ
I
off-site based on the requirements in I
Chapter 19.24 of the Development
Code? I
I
f) Increased safety hazards to vehicles, 0 0 [EJ 0
I
bicyclists or pedestrians? I
g) Conflict with adopted policies 0 0 0 [EJ
su ortin alternative trans ortation?
h) Inadequate emergency access or access 0 0 0 [EJ
to nearb uses?
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Potentially
Significant
I Potentially Unless Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant No
Impact Incorporated Impact Impact
i) Other? 0 0 0 0
VII. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES. Could the
osal result in:
a) Development within the Biological 0 0 0 IBl
Resources Management Overlay, as
identified in Section IO.O-Natural
Resources, Figure 41, of the City's
General Plan?
b) Impacts to endangered, threatened or rare 0 0 0 IBl
species or their habitat (including, but
not limited to, plants, mammals, fish,
insects and birds ?
c) Impacts to the wildlife disbursal or 0 0 0 IBl
ml ation corridors?
d) Impacts to wetland habitat (e.g., marsh, 0 0 0 IBl
ri arian and vernal 001 ?
I e) Removal of viable, mature trees based on 0 0 0 IBl
information contained in the Preliminary
I Project Description Form and verified by
I site survey/evaluation (6" or greater
i trunk diameter at 4N above the ound ?
I---
Other? 0 0 0 0
to
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Potentially
Significant
Potentially Unless i Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant No
Impact Incorporated Impact Impact
b) Development of new or expansion of D D D l&J
existing industrial, commercial or other
uses which generate noise levels above
an Ldn of 65 dB (A) exterior or an Ldn of
45 dB(A) interior that may affect areas
containing housing, schools, health care
facilities or other sensitive uses based on
information in the Preliminary
Environmental Description Form No.
G( I) and evaluation of surrounding land
uses No. C, and verified by site
surve levaluation?
c Other? Short term construction noise. D l&J D D
XI. PUBLIC SERVICES. Would the proposal
have an effect upon, or result in a need for new
or altered government services in any of the
followin areas:
D D l&J D
b Medical Aid? D D D l&J
c Police rotection? D D D l&J
d Schools? D D l&J D
Parks or other recreational facilities? D D D l&J
Solid waste dis osal? D D l&J D
g) Maintenance of public facilities, D D l&J D
includin roads?
h) Other governmental services~ D D D D
[ XII. UTILITIES: Will the proposal, based on the
I responses of the responsible Agencies,
I Departments, or Utility Company, impact the
I following beyond the capability to provide
I adequate levels of service or require the
construction of new facilities?
a Natural as? D D l&J D
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b
c)
g)
Potentially
I Significant
Impact
Potentially
Significant
Unless
Mitigation
Incorporated
No
Impact
Less Than
Significant
Impact
Electricit ? 0 0 [B] 0
Communications systems? 0 0 0 [B]
Water distribution? 0 0 0 [B]
Water treatment or sewer? 0 0 [B] 0
Storm water draina e? 0 0 [B] 0
Result in a disjointed pattern of utility 0 0 0 [B]
extensions based on review of existing
patterns and proposed extensions?
h) Other? I 0 [ 0 0 ! 0
XIII. AESTHETICS. I
a) Could the proposal result in the 0 0 [B] 0
obstruction of any significant or
important scenic view based on
evaluation of the view shed verified by [
site survev/evaluation? ,
I I
i b) Will the visual impact of the project 0 0 [ 0 [B]
I
I create aesthetically offensive changes in i
i I
I the existing visual setting based on a site I
I
survey and evaluation of the proposed
elevations?
c) Create significant light or glare that 0 0 [B] I 0
i could imoact sensitive receptors? ! i
[ i i
[ d) Other? 0 0 i 0 I 0
,
i XIV.
I
I
I
I
I
CULTURAL RESOURCES. Could the
proposal result in:
a) Development in a sensitive 0 0 0 [B]
archaeological area as identified in
Section 3.0-Historical, Figure 8, of the
Cit 's General Plan?
b) The alteration or destruction of a 0 0 [B] 0
rehistoric or historic archaeolo ical site
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Potentially
SIgnificant
Potentially Unless Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant No
Impact Incorporated Impact Impact
by development within an archaeological
sensitive area as identified in Section
3.0-Historical, Figure 8, of the City's
General Plan?
c) Alteration or destruction of a historical 0 0 0 [&J
site, structure or object as listed in the
City's Historic Resources
Reconnaissance Surve ?
Other? 0 0 0 0
,
I XV. RECREATION. Would the ro osal:
a) Increase the demand for neighborhood or i 0 0 [&J 0
regional parks or other recreational
facilities? I
b) Affect existing recreational 0 0 0 [&J
0 ortunities?
XVI. MANDATORY FINDINGS OF
SIGNIFICANCE.
a) Does the project have the potential to 0 0 0 [&J
degrade the quality of the environment,
substantially reduce the habitat of a fish
or wildlife species, cause a fish or
wildlife population to drop below self-
sustaining levels, threaten to eliminate a
plant or animal community, reduce the
number or restrict the range of a rare or
endangered plant or animal, or eliminate
important examples of the major periods
of California history or prehistory?
b) Does the project have the potential to 0 0 0 [&J
achieve short-term, to the disadvantage
of Ion -term, environmental oals?
c) Does the project have impacts that are 0 0 [&J 0
individually limited, but cumulatively
considerable? ("Cumulatively
considerable" means that the incremental
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Potentia
i Signific
Impac
effects of a project are considerable
when viewed in connection with the
effects of past projects, the effects of
other current projects, and the effects of
robable future ro'eets.
d)
Does the project have environmental
effects which will cause substantial
adverse effects on human beings, either
directly or indirectly?
REFERENCES. The following references cited in the Initial Study
Services Department/Public Works Department.
1. City of San Bernardino General Plan.
2. City of San Bernardino General Plan Land Use Plan/Zoning
3. City of San Bernardino Development Code (Title 19 of the S
4. City of San Bernardino Historic Resources Reconnaissance S
5. Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zones Map.
6. South Coast Air Quality Management District, CEQA Air Q
7. Federal Emergency Management Agency, Flood Insurance R
8. Public Works Standard Requirements - water.
9. Public Works Standard Requirements - grading.
10. Archaeological Assessment, prepared by Archaeological Ass
11. Biological Resources Survey, prepared by Lilbum Corporati
12. Traffic Study, prepared by Katz, Okitsu & Associates, Decem
13. Preliminary Geotechnical Investigation (and subsequent adden
January 1998.
14. Landslide Evaluation, prepared by Terra GeoSciences, dated
15. Geotechnical Update, prepared by WAC Geotechnical Inc. d
16. Fuel Modification Plan, prepared by Wildfire Aware, Septem
DISCUSSION OF IMPACT LEVELS AND MITIGATION ME
I. LAND USE PLANNING
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Potentially I
, Significant
lly , Unless Less Than
ant , Mitigation Significant No
t i Incorporated Impact Impact
I
i I I
I
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are on file in the Planning and Building
Districts Map.
an Bernardino Municipal Code).
urvey.
uality Handbook.
ate Maps.
ociates, Revised March 1999.
on, March 1999.
ber 2000.
dums), prepared by Terra GeoSciences,
December 1998.
ated October 6, 2000.
ber 2000.
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a) The proposed project site is currently zoned for single family residential lots, however 4.33
acres of the 13.73 total acres involved in the project is zoned RE, Residential Estate, rather
than the RL, Residential Low zoning the project is planned for. Thus the applicant is
requesting a General Plan Amendment to change the RE, Residential Estate land to RL,
Residential Low in order to support the development proposed. The change would only
allow an additional nine units on the same area of land, not a significant increase in overall
land use density. Thus the impact of the additional nine units is a less than significant
impact on the Land Use Plan/Zoning District Maps.
b) The project does not lie within the boundaries or the vicinity of the Air Installation
Compatible Land Use Zoning District Map, thus no impacts are anticipated.
c) The project site does not lie within the boundaries of the Foothill Fire Zones thus no impact
is anticipated.
II. POPULATION AND HOUSING
a-c) The project site is currently vacant; therefore the project will not displace any existing
housing. The project will not induce growth since the majority of the surrounding land uses
are currently developed with single-family residential land uses. The exception to this is
the property to the east, across Palm Avenue. It is currently vacant land. This land is
within the proposed Tentative Tract Map No. 16457 and is currently proposed to become a
47 lot single-family residential subdivision as well as an approximately 5 acre park. Thus
no impact is anticipated.
III. EARTH RESOURCES
a!b) The project site has a gentle slope from north to south of approximately 5%. No portion of
the site exceeds 15% slope, and no cut or fill is proposed on slopes with greater than 15%
slope, thus no impact is anticipated.
c) The proposed project does have a potentially significant impact for erosion, dust or
unstable soil conditions during site grading and construction. The project contractor will
be required to adhere to the requirements of The City of San Bernardino and to the
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES). The Earth Resources (ER)
mitigation measures at the end of this section will ensure that the project will have a less
than significant impact on erosion, dust and unstable soils.
d) The project does not lie within the boundaries of the Alquist-Priolo Special Studies Zone as
defined by Figure 47 of the City's General Plan, however it is within proximity of two
different fault areas, and is within a basin known for geologic activity. The State of
California recognizes that the entire state is within an area subject to seismic activity and
has adopted the Uniform Building Code with modifications specifically for construction in
seismically active areas; the state refers to the revised building code as the California
Building Code (CBe) and requires it to be used as a minimum guideline for all
construction activities within the state. Due to the regulations within the CBC the
construction of single-family residential homes (which is expected if the proposed tentative
tract map is approved) will have a less than significant impact due to seismic related issues.
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e) The proposed project site does not contain any unique geologic or physical features based
upon a field review, thus no impact is anticipated.
f) The project site lies within an area known to be prone to high winds and wind erosion as
identified in Section 12.0-Geologic & Seismic, Figure 53, of the City's General Plan.
However the project site will be subject to the regulations of the City of San Bernardino
and the NPDES. The Earth Resources (ER) mitigation measures at the end of this section
will ensure that the project will have a less than significant impact on the potential for wind
erosion.
g) The project site does not lie within or adjacent to any channel, creek, or river, therefore no
impact is anticipated.
h) The project site does lie within an area subject to landslides, mudslides, subsidence, or
other similar hazards according to Section 12-Geologic & Seismic, Figures 48, 51, 52, and
53 of the City's General Plan. The Earth Resources (ER) mitigation measures at the end of
this section will ensure that the project will have a less than significant impact due to the
potential hazards of landslides, mudslides, subsidence or other similar hazards.
i) The project site does not lie within an area subject to the hazards of liquefaction as shown
in Section 12-Geologic & Seismic, Figure 48 of the City's General Plan, thus no impacts
are anticipated.
ER-I All graded areas shall be protected from wind and water erosion through acceptable slope
stabilization planting, walls, or netting. Interim erosion control plans shall be required, certified
by the project engineer, and reviewed and approved by the Development Services Department.
ER-2 Slopes created by grading of the site shall not exceed 50 percent or 2 horizontal to 1 vertical,
without a soils report and stabilization study indicating a greater permissible slope, or shall not
exceed 30 feet in height between terraces or benches, without approval of the Development
Services Department; except that the Planning Commission may permit slopes exceeding these
dimensions where slopes will result in a natural appearance and will not create geological or
erosion hazards.
ER-3 The project proponent will be required to submit site-specific geotechnical reports to the City
Engineer prior to the issuance of grading permits. These reports will be required to detail the
appropriate soil excavation techniques required to ensure that the proposed buildings are located
on properly compacted pads. During site grubbing and grading activities, the site will be subject to
wind and water erosion. The City, however, requires the preparation and implementation ofPMIO
plans prior to the issuance of grading permits. The PMI 0 plan for the proposed project will
mitigate the potential impacts associated with wind erosion. The project will also, as a component
of its grading permit, prepare an erosion control plan to address water erosion issues.
ER-4 The project proponent shall, prior to the issuance of grading permit, receive approval of an erosion
control plan and PM 10 plan from the Public Works Division of the Development Services
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Department.
ER-S The project proponent shall, prior to the issuance of a grading permit, prepare and submit for
review and approval by the Development Services Department a detailed grading plan for the
project site. The plan shall be prepared in conformance to the applicable standards and
requirements of the City of San Bernardino Grading Ordinance and the Uniform Building Code.
ER-6 The applicant shall, prior to the issuance of a grading permit, prepare and submit for review by the
Development Services Department, a geotechnical investigation to include field borings and/or
trenches as requested by the Public Works Division of the Development Services Department. The
recommendations of the geotechnical investigation shall be incorporated into the project grading
plans and earthwork specifications.
ER-7 For adequate support of all proposed structures, the design of footings and foundations shall be in
accordance with the regulations and recommendations as required by the state of California in the
California Building Code (CBC) and the requested geotechnical investigation.
ER-S An erosion control plan shall be prepared and implemented for the proposed project that identifies
specific erosion control measures to control on-site and off-site erosion from the time of ground
disturbing activities are initiated through grading completions. This erosion control plan shall
include the following measures at a minimum.
a. Specify the timing of grading and construction to minimize soil exposure to rainy periods
experienced in Southern California.
b. An inspection and maintenance program shall be included to insure that any erosion which
does occur either on-site or off-site as a result of this project will be corrected through a
remediation or restoration program within a specified time frame.
IV. WATER
a) The proposed project will result in the eventual construction of homes and driveways on
lands currently vacant. The amount of area available for percolation and drainage will be
affected by the proposed project. However, the installation of landscaping on the
residential lots will allow for the percolation of water into the ground. The project also
proposes the development ofa landscaping corridor along the west side of Palm Avenue, as
well as a landscaped area for the monument entry signage. The residential landscaping, the
landscaped corridor and landscaping at the monument sign will be utilized for percolation
through a method as deemed appropriate by the Water Department. Thus the proposed
project will have a less than significant impact on ground water recharge.
b) The proposed project will not alter the course or flow of flood waters according to the
Public Works Staff, thus no impact is anticipated.
c) The proposed project will potentially create polluted ground water run-off due to the
proposed roads and driveways, as well as potential pesticides and other chemicals used by
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the residents after construction. The project will be required to incorporate proper best
management practices as well as an on-site system will be required to adequately clean
water from roads and driveways, to meet NPDES standards. The mitigation of any
potential impacts through NPDES regulations and best management practices will result in
the project having a less than significant impact related to surface waters or run-off.
d) The proposed project will not create changes in the quantity of ground water, the quality of
groundwater will be mitigated through the mitigation required in item "c" above, and thus
no impact is anticipated.
e) The proposed project does not lie within an area identified in the Federal Emergency
Management Agency's Flood Insurance Rate Maps and thus no impact is anticipated due to
flood hazards.
To ensure that potential impacts associated with flooding and storm water quality and conveyance are less
than significant, the following mitigation measures will be implemented.
W-I Prior to the issuance of a grading permit, a site-specific drainage study which meets the standards
of the City of San Bernardino Public Works division will be prepared by a Civil Engineer registered in the
State of California. All recommendations from this analysis, including facilities necessary to mitigate
drainage impacts, maximize percolation and groundwater recharge to the extent feasible shall be
incorporated in all grading and site improvement plans.
W-2 The applicant shall mitigate on-site storm water discharge sufficiently to maintain compliance with
the City's NPDES Storm Water Discharge Permit Requirements. A "Notice ofIntent (NOI)" shall be filed
with the State Water Quality Control Board for construction disturbing I acre or more ofland.
W-3 Prior to the issuance of a grading permit, the applicant shall submit a Storm Water Pollution and
Prevention Plan (SWPPP) specifically identifying Best Management Practices (BMP'S) that will be used
on site to reduce the pollutants into the storm drain system to the maximum extent practicable.
W-4 The plans for landscaping and fuel modification zones shall include provisions for controlling and
minimizing the use of fertilizers/pesticides/herbicides. Areas landscaped or replanted for fire fuel
modification shall be monitored and maintained for at least two years to ensure adequate coverage and
stable growth.
V. AIR QUALITY
a) The San Bernardino Valley portion of the SCAB is designated non-attainment for nitrogen
dioxide, sulfates, particulate matter, and ozone. The criteria pollutants identified in the
SCAB that would be associated with the proposed project include:
. Ozone(03)
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. Carbon monoxide (CO)
. Nitrogen dioxide (N02)
. Particulate matter (PM,)
. Sulfur dioxide (SO,)
. Reactive Organic Compounds (ROC)
The project has a potential impact for contributing to the existing air quality of the basin
through vehicular trips from the residents coming to and from their homes, as well as
through construction related vehicular trips and the potential for dust during construction
and grading activities.
In order to mitigate these potential impacts, the City requires the preparation and approval
ofPMIO management plans, which shall be reviewed and approved by the Public Works
Division. In addition, the project proponent shall implement the following Air Quality
(AQ) mitigation measures shall be incorporated into the project to mitigate the potential
impacts on air quality during construction activities.
b) Some land uses and/or individuals are considered more sensitive to air pollution than others
due to the types of population groups and activities involved. Sensitive population groups
include children, the elderly, residential areas, and recreational land uses. The project site
is located in an area of predominately residential land uses. The short-term nature of the
construction, in light of the degree of development activity that has previously occurred in
the area, will not negatively impact the local residents because implementation of
SCAQMD Rules 402 and 403 will reduce the amount of fugitive dust generated. See the
AQ mitigation measures below for mitigation that will reduce the potential impact to a less
than significant level.
cod) The proposed project will not significantly alter air movement, moisture, or temperature, or
cause any change in climate. The project is too small in scale to alter area temperature,
moisture, or air movement. As development of an infill parcel, the operational emissions
will be compatible and similar to like uses in the immediate area.
AQ-l The project shall comply with the requirements of the SCAQMD Rules 402 and 403, fugitive dust,
which requires the implementation of Reasonable Available Control Measures (RACM) for all
fugitive dust sources, and the Air Quality Management Plan (AMCP), which identifies Best
Available Control Measures (BACM) and Best Available Control Technologies (BACT) for area
sources and point sources, respectively.
AQ-2
I. The project proponent shall ensure that construction equipment shall be properly
maintained and serviced to minimize exhaust emissions.
2. The project proponent shall ensure that existing power sources are utilized where feasible
via temporary power poles to avoid on-site power generation.
3. The project proponent shall ensure that construction personnel be informed of ride sharing
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and transit opportunities.
4. The project proponent shall ensure that any portion of the site to be graded shall be pre.
watered to a depth of three feet prior to the onset of grading activities.
5. The project proponent shall ensure that watering of the site or other soil stabilization
method shall be employed on an on-going basis after the initiation of any grading activity
on the site. Portions of the site that are actively being graded shall be watered regularly to
ensure that a crust is formed on the ground surface, and shall be watered at the end of each
workday.
6. The project proponent shall ensure that all disturbed areas are treated to prevent erosion
until the site is constructed upon.
7. The project proponent shall ensure that landscaped areas are installed as soon as possible to
reduce the potential for wind erosion.
8. The project proponent shall ensure that SCAQMD Rule 403 is adhered to, insuring the
clean up of construction-related dirt on approach routes to the site.
9. The project proponent shall ensure that all grading activities are suspended during first and
second stage ozone episodes or when winds exceed 25 miles per hour.
10. All buildings on the project site shall conform to energy use guidelines in Title 24 of the
California Administrative Code.
AQ-3 To reduce emissions all equipment used in grading and construction must be tuned and maintained
to the manufactures specification to maximize burning of vehicle fuel.
AQ-4 The residences shall be constructed to CBCIUBC standards for insulation of walls, roofs,
windows, etc. to minimize emissions from home heating and cooling.
AQ-5 The residences should be built with natural gas fireplaces to reduce the criteria pollutant emissions
of wood smoke.
VI. TRAFFIC/CIRCULATION
a) The proposed project was examined by the Traffic Engineers in the Public Works Division
and determined that a Traffic Study will not be required due to the scale of the project. The
proposed project is of a scale that although traffic will increase incrementally, it is a less
than significant impact.
b) Although the project proposes to add two new local roads off ofIrvington Avenue the
roads will only be used to access the new residential lots and will not alter present patterns
of circulation. The impact will be less than significant.
c) The proposed project does not create a disjointed pattern of roadway improvements and no
impact is anticipated.
d) The proposed project does not impact rail or air traffic and no impact is anticipated.
e) The proposed project when developed with single-family residential dwellings will be
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required to supply the minimum on-site parking per dwelling consisting of a two-car
garage with a minimum interior dimension of20' x 20' clear space. This will conform to
the requirements of Section 19.24 of the Development Code. No impact is anticipated.
f) Although there may be an incremental increase to the existing vehicles, pedestrians and
bicyclists in the area the project scale is sufficiently small enough, and corresponds with
the existing land uses to the extent that the potential impact is less than significant.
g) The proposed project will not conflict with existing policies regarding alternative
transportation and no impact is anticipated.
h) Emergency access would require one means of access to the project site, the proposed
project will incorporate two means of access into the development tract, both off of
Irvington A venue and no impact to emergency access is anticipated.
VII. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES
a) The project site does not lie within the Biological Resources Overlay as identified in
Section 10-Natural Resources, Figure 41 of the City's General Plan. No impact to any
biological resources is anticipated.
b) The proposed project site is a small (13.73 acre) site surrounded by existing residential
development. The site contains some wild grasses and weeds, with a few existing (but not
native) palm trees along Palm Avenue. The project does not lie within a biological
resource overlay district and has not been identified as being potential habitat for any
endangered species. No impact is anticipated.
c) The project site is surrounded on all sides by development, north, south and west are
developed residentially and the east side runs parallel to Palm Avenue, a major arterial
providing the main access route to the 1-215 freeway. The existing development and the
abutting arterial roadway preclude this site from being accessible as wildlife disbursal or
migration corridor. No impact is anticipated.
e) The site does not contain, nor is it adjacent to any wetland habitat, no impact is anticipated.
f) The site does not contain any mature trees according to the Preliminary Project Description
form submitted. The only trees existing on the site are non-native palm trees planted along
Palm Avenue. These trees are not of mature growth, the tallest one appears to be no more
than 10'-12' tall. No impact is anticipated.
VIII. ENERGY AND MINERAL RESOURCES
a) The project will not result in any conflicts with adopted energy conservation measures as
required by the City of San Bernardino. Compliance with existing codes, ordinances,
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recognized conservation measures, and ongoing "best available technologies" will occur
with City approval of the final project plans to reduce any net decrease in energy resources.
As proposed, the project will not create any significant demand on existing/planned energy
resources and facilities. No impact is anticipated.
b) Non-renewable resources to be used by the project include diesel fuel, and natural gas. All
uses shall be designed to be efficient; no wasteful use of non-renewable resources will
occur. No impact is anticipated.
c) No loss of valuable mineral resources will occur with the development of the project. The
project will demand aggregate resources in the construction of streets, lots and buildings.
Steel, concrete, and asphalt will be required as part of construction. These resources are
commercially available in the southern California region without any constraint and no
potential for adverse impacts to the natural resource base supporting these materials is
forecast to occur over the foreseeable future. This demand is not significant due to the
abundance of available local aggregate resources. No impact is anticipated.
IX, HAZARDS
a) Hazardous or toxic materials transported in association with construction of the project
may include items such as oils and fuels. All materials required during construction will be
kept in compliance with State and local regulations. With implementation of best
management practices and compliance with all applicable regulations the potential impact
from the expected hazardous materials is not significant.
b) The project site is not listed in the State of California Hazardous Waste and Substances
Sites List pursuant to Government Code Section 65962.5(E). The end use of the site is
single family residential. This use does not involve the use or storage of hazardous or toxic
substances. Thus no impact is anticipated.
c) Numerous visits to the site for field surveys and observations have not revealed the
presence of discarded drums, containers, or hazardous waste, and there is no indication of
underground storage tanks. Some minor refuse has littered the site, however, given the
domestic nature of the refuse it is unlikely that hazardous materials are present. No impact
is anticipated.
Although the site is not on the State Hazardous Waste and Substances Sites List and is not proposing a
land use that involves the use, manufacturing, storage or transport of hazardous or potentially hazardous
materials and no impacts are anticipated, the following mitigation measures are to be implemented in
order to ensure that there will continue to be no impacts throughout the course of development.
H-1 Any hazardous waste/materials encountered during the construction should be remediated in
accordance with local, state, and federal regulations. Prior to initiating any construction activities, an
environmental assessment shall be conducted to determine if a release of hazardous wastes/substances
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exists at the site.
H-2 If it is determined that hazardous wastes are, or will be, generated by the proposed project, the wastes
must be managed in accordance with the California Hazardous Waste Control Law) California Health and
Safety code, Division 20, Chapter 6.5) and the Hazardous Waste Control Regulations (California Code of
Regulations, Title 22, Division 4.5). Furthermore, if it is determined that hazardous wastes will be
generated, the developer shall obtain a United States Environmental Protection Agency Identification
Number by phoning (800) 618-6942.
H-3 If during construction of the project, soil and/or groundwater contamination is suspected, construction
in the area shall cease and appropriate Health and Safety procedures should be implemented. If it is
determined that contaminated soil and/or remediation will be conducted, and the government agency to
provide appropriate regulatory oversight.
X. NOISE
a) The project site is located near residential neighborhoods. There are no major noise sources
located near the site. The proposal is to subdivide the land for future development as a
residential tract. No impact is anticipated.
b) The project requests approval of a tentative tract map in order to divide the land for residential
development. No commercial or industrial uses are proposed. No impact is anticipated.
c) Short-term construction noise may affect adjacent residences during on-site construction from
equipment and vibration from excavation and grading. In order to ensure that noise impacts
associated with the construction are reduced to a less than significant level, the applicant shall
comply with the following mitigation measure.
N-I All construction activities shall be limited to the hours of7a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Saturday.
Additionally the following requirements shall be imposed in order to further mitigate the impact of
construction noise.
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All construction vehicles shall have mufflers and be maintained in good operating order at all
times.
All trucks waiting to be loaded or unloaded with construction material shall not be left to
idle for more than 10 minutes.
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XI. PUBLIC SERVICES
a- g) All development projects have an impact on public services. The development of the site will
increase the demand on fire, police, medical aid, schools, parks and recreation, solid waste and
other governmental services. Standard requirements for fire protection facilities, building design,
and site access have been reviewed and approved by the City of San Bernardino Fire Department
and incorporated into the project design. The project as proposed meets the City's current
standards for fire protection. Any impacts of the proposed project on public services are expected
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to be less than significant.
XII. UTILITIES
a) The proposed project will be connected to all utilities. Natural gas service will be provided
to the project site by the Southern California Gas Company. The project will not impact
the company's ability to provide adequate levels of service nor will it create the need to
increase capacity. Service will be provided from the nearest existing gas main within Palm
and Irvington Avenues, without any significant impact on service or the environment. The
project developer and individual homeowners, however, will be required to pay both hook-
up fees and on-going monthly usage fees for utility service, which will offset the use of
these services, and lower the impacts to a less than significant level.
b) Electricity will be provided to the project site by Southern California Edison (SCE).
Project operations will not impact SCE's ability to provide adequate levels of service nor
will it create the need to increase capacity. The future tenants will pay service fees for
electricity used. The impact to existing services will be less than significant.
c) The proposed project would require telephone service. The project site is within the
service area ofVerizon (formerly General Telephone). The service can be extended to the
site without any significant impact to existing service in the area.
d) Existing water mains are present in Palm and Irvington Avenues. Water supply is provided
by the City of San Bernardino Municipal Water Department. The department can provide
water service to the development subject to the hydraulic limitations within the pressures
zones adjacent to the development and receipt of payment of all costs and fees for water
service as established by the SBMWD rules and regulations in effect at the time of the
application. No impact to water distribution will result from the implementation of the
proposed project.
e) The existing sewer main in Palm or Irvington Avenues will be extended to the project site.
The site is within the City of San Bernardino sewage service area, which has adequate
capacity to service the proposed project. Appropriate Sewer Connection Fees will be
required by the Department of Public Works through standard conditions of approval. Any
impacts to the sewer system will be less than significant.
f) Development of the proposed project will increase surface water run-off due to the addition
of impervious surfaces. Drainage infrastructure will be connected to the existing storm
water system. The Division of Public Works, through standard conditions of approval, will
require appropriate Drainage Impact Fees. Additionally as noted in the water section of
this report the project will be subject to appropriate mitigation of pollutants through the
NPDES. Any impacts to the storm water drainage system will be less than significant.
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g) The project site is located in a developed residential area that has adequate utility service to
provide for additional demands. The project will convert a 13.73 acre vacant parcel into
residential uses that will place incremental increase in demand on all utilities. Utility
systems are in place to serve the surrounding areas and are planned to provide service to
the project site. No impact is anticipated.
XIII. AESTHETICS
a) The proposed project site is in a single-family residential area. The approval of the
proposed tentative tract map would result in the development of the project site with 41
single-family residential structures. The existing site is relatively flat with a north-south
slope of approximately 5%. The future development will be consistent with the single-
family residential development existing in the area at this time. The future development
will not obstruct any important scenic views for the surrounding neighborhood. Any
impact is anticipated to be less than significant.
b) The visual impact of the proposed project will not create an offensive change to setting of
the area. Comparable development is existing in the immediate surrounding area. The
proposed residential development is consistent with existing development. No impact is
anticipated.
c) The site is located within an area with surrounding land use designation of single-family
residential (RE and RL). Incremental increases oflight and glare will be created by the
proposed project through the installation of streetlights on the internal project streets. This
is one of the last undeveloped parcels in the area, and the proposed development is
compatible with the surrounding area. Standard conditions of approval for the project will
ensure compliance with the City's Development Code standards for light and glare as
contained in section 19.20 of the Development Code. Any impact is anticipated to be less
than significant.
XIV. CULTURAL RESOURCES
albic) The site is not within a sensitive archaeological area as identified in Section 3.0 B
Historical, Figure 8, of the City's General Plan. Therefore, no further investigations are
recommended and the resulting impact is less than significant. However, if any artifacts
are uncovered during construction all work will cease immediately and the contractor (or
site superintendent) shall contact the San Bernardino Museum to have a qualified
archeologist inspect the artifacts and determine the appropriate course of action.
XV. RECREATION
aIb) Development of the project site will result in an incremental need for additional recreation
facilities. Project development will have an incremental effect on the demand for
neighborhood or regional parks or other recreational facilities, and it will affect existing
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recreational opportunities. The project proposed on the opposite side of Palm Avenue is
actually proposing to create a five acre park just east of the project site, and other nearby
projects are also adding parks. thus the amount of park and recreation areas is increasing as
projects in the area increase. The proposed project is at a small enough scale where the
impacts will not be significant to any of the neighborhood or regional parks or recreational
activities in the area.
XVI. MANDATORY FINDING OF SIGNIFICANCE
a) The Initial Study identified short-term impacts to air quality and noise with development of
the proposed project. There were no expected impacts to the biological setting including
habitat and access corridors. The Initial Study also identifies potential impacts to earth
resources and water quality, however these potential impacts can be mitigated by
implementation of best management practices and are regulated by the City of San
Bernardino and the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System. The short term
impacts to air quality and noise will occur due to proposed construction activities. All
potential impacts can be mitigated by measures included in the Initial Study. These
mitigation measures will reduce project-related impacts to a less than significant level.
b) The development of the project will contribute incrementally to the impacts associated with
development in the area, including traffic, ambient noise, lighting, etc. The project is
compatible with development in the surrounding area and is consistent with the General
Plan and no impact is anticipated.
c) The project has minor impacts to air quality in the area which are cumulative to the
existing conditions in the non-attainment basin as discussed in the Air Quality section of
this Initial Study. The impacts created by this project are minor and the appropriate
mitigation measures are being implemented in order to lessen the potential impacts to a less
than significant level.
d) The development of the site as proposed would not cause adverse impacts on humans,
either directly or indirectly. The Initial Study identified construction-related emissions
criteria as having a potential impact, however, proposed mitigation measures will reduce
the impacts to less than significant. Additionally, impacts related to air quality are short
term and will cease once construction activities are completed.
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ATTACHMENT F
GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 02-11 &
TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 15940
MITIGATION MONITORINGIREPORTING PROGRAM
This Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program has been prepared to implement the
mitigation measures outlined in the Program Environmental Impact Report for the
subdivision ofland proposed at the northwest comer of Palm and Irvington Avenues.
This program has been prepared in compliance with the California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA) and the State and City of San Bernardino CEQA Guidelines.
CEQA Section 21081.6 requires adoption of a monitoring and/or reporting program for
those measures or conditions imposed on a project to mitigate or avoid adverse effects on
the environment. The law states that the monitoring or reporting program shall be
designed to ensure compliance during project implementation.
The Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program contains the following elements:
I. The mitigation measures are recorded with the action and procedure
necessary to ensure compliance. The program lists the mitigation measures
contained within the Initial Study.
2. A procedure for compliance and verification has been outlined for each
mandatory mitigation action. This procedure designates who will take
action, what action will be taken and when, and to whom and when
compliance will be reported.
3. The program contains a separate Mitigation Monitoring and Compliance
Record for each action. On each of these record sheets, the pertinent
actions and dates will be logged, and copies of permits, correspondence or
other data relevant will be retained by the City of San Bernardino.
4. The program is designed to be flexible. As monitoring progresses, changes
to compliance procedures may be necessary based upon recommendations
by those responsible for the program. If changes are made, new
monitoring compliance procedures and records will be developed and
incorporated into the program.
The individual measures and accompanying monitoring/reporting actions follow. They
are numbered in the same sequence as presented in the Program EIR.
MITIGATION MEASURES
III. EARTH RESOURCES
ER-I All graded areas shall be protected from wind and water erosion through
acceptable slope stabilization planting, walls, or netting. Interim erosion control
plans shall be required, certified by the project engineer, and reviewed and
approved by the Development Services Department.
ER-2 Slopes created by grading of the site shall not exceed 50 percent or 2 horizontal to
I vertical, without a soils report and stabilization study indicating a greater
permissible slope, or shall not exceed 30 feet in height between terraces or
benches, without approval of the Development Services Department; except that
the Planning Commission may permit slopes exceeding these dimensions where
slopes wil1 result in a natural appearance and will not create geological or erosion
hazards.
ER-3 The project proponent will be required to submit site-specific geotechnical reports
to the City Engineer prior to the issuance of grading permits. Tbese reports will be
required to detail the appropriate soil excavation techniques required to ensure
that the proposed buildings are located on properly compacted pads. During site
grubbing and grading activities, the site wil1 be subject to wind and water erosion.
The City, however, requires the preparation and implementation ofPMIO plans
prior to the issuance of grading permits. The PMI 0 plan for the proposed project
will mitigate the potential impacts associated with wind erosion. The project will
also, as a component of its grading permit, prepare an erosion control plan to
address water erosion issues.
ER-4 The project proponent shall, prior to the issuance of grading permit, receive
approval of an erosion control plan and PM 10 plan from the Public Works
Division of the Development Services Department.
ER-S The project proponent shall, prior to the issuance of a grading permit, prepare and
submit for review and approval by the Development Services Department a
detailed grading plan for the project site. The plan shall be prepared in
conformance to the applicable standards and requirements of the City of San
Bernardino Grading Ordinance and the Uniform Building Code.
ER-6 The applicant shall, prior to the issuance of a grading permit, prepare and submit
for review by the Development Services Department, a geotechnical investigation
to include field borings and/or trenches as requested by the Public Works Division
of the Development Services Department. The recommendations of the
geotechnical investigation shall be incorporated into the project grading plans and
earthwork specifications.
ER-7 For adequate support of all proposed structures, the design of footings and
foundations shall be in accordance with the regulations and recommendations as
required by the state of California in the California Building Code (CBC) and the
requested geotechnical investigation.
ER-8 An erosion control plan shall be prepared and implemented for the proposed
project that identifies specific erosion control measures to control on-site and off-
site erosion from the time of ground disturbing activities are initiated through
grading completions. This erosion control plan shall include the following
measures at a minimum.
a. Specify the timing of grading and construction to minimize soil exposure
to rainy periods experienced in Southern California.
b. An inspection and maintenance program shall be included to insure that
any erosion which does occur either on-site or off-site as a result of this
project will be corrected through a remediation or restoration program
within a specified time frame.
IMPLEMENTATION AND VERIFICATION
Public Works and Planning staff shall review this development project.
COMPLIANCE RECORD
When Required: The verification shall be completed prior to project approval.
WRITTEN VERIFICATION PREPARED BY:
DATE PREPARED:
IV. WATER
W - I Prior to the issuance of a grading permit, a site-specific drainage study which
meets the standards of the City of San Bernardino Public Works division will be prepared
by a Civil Engineer registered in the State of California. All recommendations from this
analysis, including facilities necessary to mitigate drainage impacts, maximize
percolation and groundwater recharge to the extent feasible shall be incorporated in all
grading and site improvement plans.
W-2 The applicant shall mitigate on-site storm water discharge sufficiently to maintain
compliance with the City's NPDES Storm Water Discharge Permit Requirements. A
"Notice ofIntent (NOI)" shall be filed with the State Water Quality Control Board for
construction disturbing 1 acre or more of land.
W-3 Prior to the issuance ofa grading permit, the applicant shall submit a Storm Water
Pollution and Prevention Plan (SWPPP) specifically identifying Best Management
Practices (BMP'S) that will be used on site to reduce the pollutants into the storm drain
system to the maximum extent practicable.
W-4 The plans for landscaping and fuel modification zones shall include provisions for
controlling and minimizing the use offertilizers/pesticideslherbicides. Areas landscaped
or replanted for fire fuel modification shall be monitored and maintained for at least two
years to ensure adequate coverage and stable growth.
IMPLEMENTATION AND VERIFICATION
Public Works and Planning staff shall review this development project.
COMPLIANCE RECORD
When Required: The verification shall be completed prior to project approval.
WRITTEN VERIFICATION PREPARED BY:
DATE PREPARED:
V. AIR QUALITY
AQ-l The project shall comply with the requirements of the SCAQMD Rules 402 and
403, fugitive dust, which requires the implementation of Reasonable Available
Control Measures (RACM) for all fugitive dust sources, and the Air Quality
Management Plan (AMCP), which identifies Best Available Control Measures
(BACM) and Best Available Control Technologies (BACT) for area sources and
point sources, respectively.
AQ-2
I. The project proponent shall ensure that construction equipment shall be
properly maintained and serviced to minimize exhaust emissions.
2. The project proponent shall ensure that existing power sources are utilized
where feasible via temporary power poles to avoid on-site power
generation.
3. The project proponent shall ensure that construction personnel be
informed of ride sharing and transit opportunities.
4. The project proponent shall ensure that any portion of the site to be graded
shall be pre-watered to a depth of three feet prior to the onset of grading
activities.
5. The project proponent shall ensure that watering of the site or other soil
stabilization method shall be employed on an on-going basis after the
initiation of any grading activity on the site. Portions of the site that are
actively being graded shall be watered regularly to ensure that a crust is
formed on the ground surface, and shall be watered at the end of each
workday.
6. The project proponent shall ensure that all disturbed areas are treated to
prevent erosion until the site is constructed upon.
7. The project proponent shall ensure that landscaped areas are installed as
soon as possible to reduce the potential for wind erosion.
8. The project proponent shall ensure that SCAQMD Rule 403 is adhered to,
insuring the clean up of construction-related dirt on approach routes to the
site.
9. The project proponent shall ensure that all grading activities are suspended
during first and second stage ozone episodes or when winds exceed 25
miles per hour.
10. All buildings on the project site shall conform to energy use guidelines in
Title 24 of the California Administrative Code.
AQ-3 To reduce emissions all equipment used in grading and construction must be
tuned and maintained to the manufacturer's specification to maximize burning of
vehicle fuel.
AQ-4 The residences shall be constructed to CBCfUBC standards for insulation of
walls, roofs, windows, etc. to minimize emissions from home heating and cooling.
AQ-5 The residences should be built with natural gas fireplaces to reduce the criteria
pollutant emissions of wood smoke.
IMPLEMENTATION AND VERIFICATION
Public Works and Planning staff shall review this development project.
COMPLIANCE RECORD
When Required: The verification shall be completed prior to project approval.
WRITTEN VERIFICATION PREPARED BY:
DATE PREPARED:
IX. HAZARDS
H-l Any hazardous waste/materials encountered during the construction should be
remediated in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations. Prior to initiating any
construction activities, an environmental assessment shall be conducted to determine if a
release of hazardous wastes/substances exists at the site.
H-2 If it is determined that hazardous wastes are, or will be, generated by the proposed
project, the wastes must be managed in accordance with the California Hazardous Waste
Control Law) California Health and Safety code, Division 20, Chapter 6.5) and the
Hazardous Waste Control Regulations (California Code of Regulations, Title 22,
Division 4.5). Furthermore, ifit is determined that hazardous wastes will be generated,
the developer shall obtain a United States Environmental Protection Agency
Identification Number by phoning (800) 618-6942.
H-3 If during construction of the project, soil and/or groundwater contamination is
suspected, construction in the area shall cease and appropriate Health and Safety
procedures should be implemented. Ifit is determined that contaminated soil and/or
remediation will be conducted, and the government agency to provide appropriate
regulatory oversight.
IMPLEMENTATION AND VERIFICATION
Public Works and Planning staff shall review this development project.
COMPLIANCE RECORD
When Required: The verification shall be completed prior to project approval.
WRITTEN VERIFICATION PREPARED BY:
DATE PREPARED:
X. NOISE
N-l All construction activities shall be limited to the hours of 7a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday
through Saturday. Additionally the following requirements shall be imposed in order to
further mitigate the impact of construction noise.
. All construction vehicles shall have mullers and be maintained in good
operating order at all times.
. All trucks waiting to be loaded or unloaded with construction material
shall not be left to idle for more than 10 minutes.
IMPLEMENTATION AND VERIFICATION
Public Works and Planning staff shall review this development project.
COMPLIANCE RECORD
When Required: The verification shall be completed prior to project approval.
WRITTEN VERIFICATION PREPARED BY:
DATE PREPARED:
EXHIBIT 3
PARK LAND DEDICATION AGREEMENT
Summary of Proposed Terms:
1. The developer/property owner shall dedicate approximately 4.7 acres located at the
northeast comer of Palm Avenue and Irvington A venue to the City for development of a
public park. The fair market value of the land at the time of dedication to the City is
estimated to be $480,000.
2. As required in the Conditions of Approval and illustrated on the tentative tract map, the
public park site shall be graded and curb, gutter and sidewalk shall be installed on the
west, south, and east sides of the park site at developer/property owner" sole expense
prior to dedication of the park site and acceptance by the City. (Note: The
developer/property owner is required to dedicate park land or pay approximately $0.65
per square foot of building floor area, excluding garage floor area, prior to payment of
each building permit fee for each of the dwellings in Tentative Tract Map Numbers
15940 and 16457. Total park fees that would be required to be paid are estimated to be
$123,200, or estimated to average $1,400 per house.)
3. In consideration for said dedication of land for a public park by the developer/ property
owner, the City shall credit (relieve from the requirement to pay) the developer/ property
owner the sum not to exceed $123,200 in park fees. The credit shall only be applied to
park fees and no other fees. The maximum amount to be credited the developer/property
owner in lieu of payment of park fees shall not exceed $123,200.
4. In addition, in consideration for said dedication of land, the City shall continue with the
establishment under Rule 20A and utilization of Rule 20A funds for the undergrounding
of existing overhead utility lines adjacent to the proposed subdivisions in the rights-of-
way of Palm Avenue and Irvington Avenue. The developer shall be responsible for
providing connections from the 88 residential lots in the subdivisions to the main lines
proposed to be underground by the City as part of Rule 20A proceedings.
5. In addition, in consideration for said dedication of land the City shall defer the payment
of the following fees:
. Sewer Capacity Fees
. Sewer Connection Fees
. Traffic Systems Fees
. Storm Water Drainage Fees
. Verdemont Infrastructure Fees
A. The payment of said fees required of Tentative Tract Map No. 15940 shall be
deferred for eighteen (18) months from the date ofrecordation of Tract Map No.
15940, or request is made for the release of utilities for anyone of the last five
houses in each respective tract, whichever is less.
B. The payment of said fees required of Tentative Tract Map No. 16457 shall be
deferred for eighteen (18) months from the date of recordation of Tract Map No.
16457, or request is made for the release of utilities for the last five houses in
Tract Map No. 16457, whichever is less.
6. Portions of the south side of Irvington Avenue, across the street from the proposed
recreation park and residential developments, are mission or are in need of repair of curb,
gutter, sidewalk, and ADA accessibility ramps. The developer considers said lack of
improvements to be a detriment to the use and aesthetics of the use of the proposed future
park and proposed "quality" residential developments. In addition, in consideration for
said dedication of land for a public park, the developer desires and the City agrees to
construction approximately $105,000 of public improvements (such as curb, gutter,
sidewalk, and ADA access ramps) to the south side ofIrvington Avenue prior to August
30,2005.
7. In addition, in consideration for said dedication of land for a public park, the City shall
accept maintenance of the area within the proposed landscape maintenance district for
Tentative Tract Numbers 15940 and 16457 within 30 days after completion of landscape
improvements and establishment of the district.
8. In addition, in consideration for said dedication of land for a public park, the City shall
expedite the plan check and permit processing for engineered public improvement plans
and architectural drawings.
9. In addition, in consideration for said dedication of land for a public park, the City shall
use best effort to utilize a minimum of 50 percent of the Verdemont Infrastructure Fees
(paid at the current rate of $3,000 per residential lot) of approximately $132,000, or an
equivalent sum from Park Construction Funds in Fiscal Year 2004-05 to make capital
improvements (such as irrigation and landscaping) to the park site.
SUMMARY
CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO PLANNING DIVISION
CASE:
General Plan Amendment No. 02-11 and Tentative Tract Map No.
16457 (Subdivision No. 02-14)
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June 17, 2003
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AGENDA ITEM:
HEARING DATE:
WARD:
OWNER! APPLICANT:
CDI - San Bernardino
22365 Barton Road #110
Grand Terrace, CA 92313
(909) 503-1134
REQUEST/LOCATION:
A request for a General Plan Amendment to change the land use designation for approximately
5.14 acres of a 10.35 acre parcel of land from RE, Residential Estate to RL, Residential Low
and for approval of Tentative Tract Map No. 16457 to subdivide an approximately 22.89 acre
parcel into 15.56 acres subdivided into 47 single family residential lots with a minimum lot
size of 10,800 square feet and a remaining parcel of 4.7 acres to be a park site. The subject
property is located on the northeast corner of Palm and Irvington Avenues in the RE,
Residential Estate and the RL, Residential Low land use districts.
CONSTRAINTS/OVERLAYS:
High Wind Overlay zone.
ENVIRONMENTAL FINDINGS:
o Not Applicable
o Exempt, Per Section
o No Significant Effects
o Previous Negative Declaration
. Potential Effects, Mitigation Measures and Mitigation Monitoring/Reporting Program
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
. Approval
. Conditions
o Denial
o Continuance to:
General Plan Amendment No 02-11 & Tentative Tract Map No. 16457
Hearing Date 06117/03
Page 2
REOUEST AND LOCATION
The applicant requests approval of General Plan Amendment No. 02-11 under authority of
Development Code ~ 19.50.050, to change the land use designation for approximately 5.14
acres of a 10.35 acre parcel of land from RE, Residential Estate to RL, Residential Low. This
5.14 acre piece and the adjacent 10.42 acre piece are combined in Tentative Tract Map No.
16457. This subdivision is a request to subdivide 5.56 acres into 47 single family residential
lots with a minimum lot size of 10,800 square feet and a 4.7 acre park site under the authority
of Development Code ~ 19.66.070. The property is located on the northeast corner of Palm
and Irvington Avenues in the RE, Residential Estate and RL, Residential Low land use districts
(Attachments A and B).
SETTING/SITE CHARACTERISTICS
The project site is bounded on the north by residences in the RL, Residential Low and RE,
Residential Estate land use districts and vacant land in the RL, Residential Low land use
district. To the south, across Irvington Avenue, are single family residences in the RS,
Residential Suburban land use district. The west side the property is bounded by Palm Avenue
with a proposed residential tract (Tentative Tract No. 15940) in the RL, Residential Low land
use district. East of the project site is vacant land and single-family residences in the RL,
Residential Low and RE, Residential Estate land use districts.
The project site is currently vacant and generally slopes approximately 5 % from north to
south. The corner of Palm and Irvington Avenues is proposed to be an approximately 4.7 acre
park site. The corners of Irvington Avenue and" A Street" and Irvington and Olive Avenues
will be entry points and will be treated with a monument sign for the tract.
BACKGROUND
The project was reviewed and moved to Planning Commission by the Development
Environmental Review Committee on May 29, 2003.
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL OUALITY ACT (CEOA) STATUS
An Initial Study was prepared to address potential impacts related to the proposed General Plan
Amendment and development of this project. The Initial Study identified mitigation measures
necessary to reduce potential impacts to a level of less than significant. A Notice of Intent was
prepared and the Initial Study was released for public review and comment period from May 8,
2003 to May 27, 2003. No comments were received during this period. A Mitigation
Monitoring and Reporting Program has been included through the Conditions of Approval.
General Plan Amendment No 02-11 & Tentative Tract Map No. 16457
Hearing Dale 06/17/03
Page 3
FINDINGS AND ANALYSIS FOR THE GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT
1. Is the proposed amendment internally consistent with the General Plan?
The proposed amendment is consistent with GoallG(b), which states:
"It shall be the goal of the City of San Bernardino to allow for the infill and recycling
of areas at their prevailing scale and character."
The amendment maintains the land for low density, single-family residential use,
consistent with adjacent residential development
2. Would the proposed amendment not be materially detrimental to the public interest,
health, safety, convenience or welfare of the City?
The proposed amendment would not be materially detrimental to the public interest,
health, safety, convenience or welfare of the City as it would add only eleven more
developable parcels than would be allowed under the current land use designation, and
it would be benefiting the public interest, health, safety, convenience and welfare
through the dedication of approximately 4.7 acres for a park. The increase in the
number of lots does not create impacts that can not be mitigated to a level of less than
significant.
3. Would the proposed amendment maintain the appropriate balance of land uses within
the City?
The proposed amendment would maintain the appropriate balance of land uses within
the City as it would be maintaining the land for single-family residential use.
4. Is the subject parcel physically suitable (including, but not limited to, access, provision
of utilities, compatibility with adjoining land uses, and absence of physical constraints)
for the requested land use designation(s) and the anticipated land use development?
The subject parcel is physically suitable for the requested land use designation and the
anticipated land use development in that it will be providing access through new streets
adjoining Irvington and Olive A venues, all utilities would be provided as part of the
development of the new tract, it would be similar to the land use to the east and that
proposed to the west and compatible with the land uses to the north and south, and the
land is absent of physical constraints.
General Plan Amendment No 02-11 & Tentative Tract Map No. 16457
Hearing Date 06/17/03
Page 4
FINDINGS AND ANALYSIS FOR THE TENTATIVE TRACT
1. 1s the proposed map consistent with the General Plan and the Development
Code?
Yes, the proposed subdivision map is consistent with the General Plan and
Development Code (provided the requested General Plan Amendment is approved).
The parcels created will meet minimum development criteria as shown below:
DEVELOPMENT CODE AND GENERAL PLAN CONFORMANCE
CATEGORY PROPOSAL DEVELOPMENT GENERAL PLAN
CODE
Permitted Use Residential Subdivision Permitted Permitted
Lot Size 10,SOO SF (minimum) 1O,SOO SF (minimum) 1O,SOO SF (minimum)
Lot Width SO' (minimum)-interior SO' (minimum)-interior N/A
SS' (minimum)-corner SS' (minimum)-corner
Lot Depth lIS' (minimum) 100' (minimum) N/A
Each lot will have direct
and approved access, All lots shall have
Access parking, utilities, direct access to a N/A
drainage, sewer, and public street.
water.
2. 1s the design of the proposed subdivision consistent with the General Plan?
Yes, the proposed design and improvements are consistent with General Plan Objective
I.S, which states that it is the objective of the City to:
"Provide lands to accommodate housing units which meet the diverse economic
and social needs of the residents; locating development to
a) retain the scale and character of existing residential neighborhoods;
b) facilitate the upgrade and intensification of declining mixed-density
residential neighborhoods; and
c) allow expansion into vacant and low-intensity use lands within infrastructure
and environmental constraints. "
General Plan Amendment No 02-11 & Tentative Tract Map No. 16457
Hearing Date 06117/03
Page 5
The proposed project will create 47 new single family residential properties within an
existing residential area. The design and layout of these new lots are consistent with
the adjacent single family residential lots in the area. The proposed map (and expected
future development) will retain the scale and character of the existing residential
neighborhood. The future development of the site with single family residential homes
will be compatible with the residential character of the development in the surrounding
area, as well as the general plan.
The proposed development is also consistent with the General Plan GoaIIG(j), which
states:
"Locate commercial and human services, recreation, and jobs in proximity to
residents. "
The proposal includes approximately 4.7 acres which will be dedicated as a park to
serve the recreational needs of the residents, thus establishing compatibility with the
General Plan by adding recreational service areas.
3. Is the site physically suitable for the type of proposed development?
Yes, the 15.56 acre site is physically suitable for the proposed residential development.
The Tentative Tract Map conforms to the subdivision design standards specified by the
Development Code in that it meetS the minimum lot size for the RL, Residential Low
land use district. All of the proposed lots contain sufficient buildable area and will
have direct access to a dedicated roadway. Connecting to the existing infrastructure
will provide water, sewer, power, gas, telephone, and cable to the site.
4. Is the site physically suitable for the proposed density of development?
Yes, the site is physically suitable for the proposed density of the development in that
the division of land is consistent with the Subdivision Map Act and the proposed lots
will be compatible in design with the current Development Code and the surrounding
residential lots. The proposed density of the project is 2.1 units per gross acre, well
under the allowed 3.1 units per gross acre in the RL land use district.
5. Is the design of the subdivision likely to cause substantial environmental
damage, or substantially and unavoidably injure fish or wildlife or their habitat?
No, Planning staff prepared an Initial Study (pursuant to CEQA Guidelines) to identify
potential impacts and determine appropriate mitigation measures. No impacts were
identified that could not be mitigated to a level of less than significant, and the
mitigation measures have been included the presence and extent of any environmental
issues that could result from the subdivision. This project would be subject to
General Plan Amendment No 02-11 & Tentative Tract Map No. 16457
Hearing Date 06/17/03
Page 6
mitigation measures in the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Plan as previously
addressed.
6. Is the design of the subdivision likely to cause serious public health problems?
No, the lots being created each have access to an existing dedicated street. The design
of the proposed subdivision meets all of the applicable requirements for the RL,
Residential Low land use district and is unlikely to result in any public health problems.
7. Will the design of the subdivision or the type of improvements conflict with any
easements, acquired by the public at large, for access through or use of,
property within the proposed subdivision?
No, the easements identified in the Preliminary Title Report relate to utilities. The
design of the subdivision and the proposed improvements will not conflict with these
easements, because any existing easements would be abandoned or relocated by the
Public Works/Engineering Division through processing of the Final Map.
General Plan Amendment No 02-11 & Tentative Tract Map No. 16457
Hearing Date 06/17/03
Page 7
CONCLUSION
The proposal meets all necessary Findings of Fact for approval of the General Plan
Amendment and the Tentative Tract Map.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends the Planning Commission recommend that the Mayor and Common Council:
. Adopt the Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting
Program;
. Adopt General Plan Amendment No. 02-11 based upon the Findings of Fact contained in
this Staff Report; and
. Approve Tentative Tract Map No. 16457 based upon the Findings of Fact contained in this
Staff Report and subject to the Conditions of Approval (Attachment C) and Standard
Requirements (Attachment D).
Respectfully Submitted,
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James Funk
Director, Development Services
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Ben Steckler
Associate Planner
Attachment A
Attachment B
Attachment C
Attachment D
Attachment E
Attachment F
Location Map
Site Plan/Parcel Map
Conditions of Approval
Standard Requirements
Initial Study
Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program
ATTACHMENT A
CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
PLANNING DIVISION
LOCATION MAP
LAND USE DISTRICTS
PROJECT: GPA 02-11
TT 16457
(SUB 02-14
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ATTACHMENT C
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
Tentative Tract Map No. 16457
1. Within two years of this approval, the filing of the final map or parcel map with the
Council shall have occurred or the approval shall become null and void. Expiration of a
tentative map shall terminate all proceedings and no final map or parcel map shall be filed
without first processing a new tentative map. The City Engineer must accept the final map
or parcel map documents as adequate for approval by Council prior to forwarding them to
the City Clerk. The date the final map shall be deemed filed with the Council is the date
on which the City Clerk receives the map.
Expiration Date:
Two years from Mayor and Common Council action
2. The review authority may, upon application being filed 30 days prior to the expiration date
and for good cause, grant up to five extension of time not to exceed 12 months each,
pursuant to Development Code Section 19.66.170 and the State Map Act. The review
authority shall ensure that the project complies with all current Development Code
provisions.
3. 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), the Economic Development Agency of the City of San Bernardino (EDA),
any departments, agencies, divisions, boards or commission of either the City or EDA as well
as predecessors, successors, assigns, agents, directors, elected officials, officers, employees,
representatives and attorneys of either the City or EDA from any claim, action or proceeding
against any of the foregoing persons or entities. The applicant further agrees to reimburse the
City of 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 "attorneys fees" for the purpose of this condition.
As part of the consideration for issuing this permit, this condition shall remain in effect if
this Tentative Tract Map is rescinded or revoked, whether or not at the request of
applicant.
4. Development of the residential units will require approval of a separate Development
Permit.
5. The proposal for development shall include all landscaping and fencing required by the
Development Code (SBMC Chapter 19).
General Plan Amendment No 02-11 & Tentative Tract Map No. 16457
Hearing Date 06/17/03
Page 11
6. Each of the new parcels created by this subdivision must have separate utilities and separate
meters.
7. When the parcels are developed, a four foot by eleven foot concrete pad for storage of
refuse containers shall be provided. This pad shall be screened from public view, and shall
have a 4 foot paved path of access to the street (which may include the driveway). The
location and size of this pad shall be reviewed and approved by the Public Services
Department during review of the housing development application.
8. Development of the proposed parcels is subject to the mitigation measures identified in the
Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Plan.
9. This permit or approval is subject to the attached conditions or requirements of the
following City Departments or Divisions:
. Public Works (Engineering Division)
. Fire Department
. Water Department
ATIACHMENT "D"
STANDARD REQUIREMENTS
DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICES/PUBLIC WORKS DIVISION
CASE NO: TR NO. 16457
APPLICANT:
CDIIOASIS
SAN BERNARDINO, L.L.C.
DESCRIPTION: CONSTRUCT 47 SINGLE
FAMILY HOMES
LOCATION: N/E CORNER OF IRVINGTON
AVENUE AND PALM AVENUE
. NOTE TO APPLICANT: Where separate Engineering plans are required, the applicant is
responsible for submitting the Engineering plans direcUy to the Engineering Division. They
may be submitted prior to submittal of BuildIng Plans.
1. Drainage and Flood Control
a) A local drainage study will be required for the project. Any drainage
improvements, structures or storm drains needed to mitigate downstream
impacts or protect the development shall be designed and constructed at
the developer's expense, and right-of-way dedicated as necessary.
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) Applicant shall mitigate on-site storm water discharge sufficiently to
maintain compliance with the City's NPDES Storm Water Discharge
Permit Requirements. A "Notice of Intent (NOI)" shall be filed with the
State Water Quality Control Board for construction disturbing 1 acre more
of land.
d) The City Engineer, 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.
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STANDARD REQUIREMENTS
DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICES/PUBLIC WORKS DIVISION
CASE NO: TR NO. 16457 DESCRIPTION: CONSTRUCT 47 SINGLE
FAMILY HOMES
APPLICANT:
CDI/OASIS LOCATION: N/E CORNER OF IRVINGTON
SAN BERNARDINO, L.L.C. AVENUE AND PALM AVENUE
2. Grading and Landscaping
a) If more than l' of fill or 2' of cut is proposed, the site/plot/grading and
drainage plan shall be signed by a Registered Civil Engineer and a
grading permit will be required. The grading 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 City
Engineer.
b) If more than 5 trees are to be removed from the site, a tree removal permit
conforming to the requirements of Section 19.28.090 of the Development
Code shall be obtained from the Department of Development Services-
Planning Division prior to issuance of any grading or site development
permits.
c) If more than 5,000 cubic yards of earthwork is proposed, a grading bond
will be required and the grading shall be supervised in accordance with
Section 7012(c) of the Uniform Building Code.
d) If more than 1,000 cubic yards of earth is to be hauled on City Streets
then a special hauling permit shall be obtained from the City Engineer.
Additional conditions, such as truck route approval, traffic controls,
bonding, covering of loads, street cleaning, etc. may be required by the
City Engineer.
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6111/2003
STANDARD REQUIREMENTS
DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICES/PUBLIC WORKS DIVISION
CASE NO: TR NO. 16457 DESCRIPTION: CONSTRUCT 47 SINGLE
FAMILY HOMES
APPLICANT:
CDI/OASIS LOCATION: N/E CORNER OF IRVINGTON
SAN BERNARDINO, L.L.C. AVENUE AND PALM AVENUE
e) One 4' x 11' PCC pad at least 4" thick shall be provided in the rear or side
yard area of each lot for storage of recycling containers. The pad shall be
screened from public view and a 3' wide concrete walkway shall be
provided from the driveway to the pad. All gates along the access way
shall have a clear width of 3'-6" minimum. A minimum clearance of 4 feet
shall be provided around the pad.
f) 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 City Engineer.
g) This project is located in the "High Wind Area". Therefore, all free
standing walls and fences shall be designed for a minimum wind load of
23 pounds per square foot of vertical surface, unless a lower value is
approved by the City Engineer.
h) The project Landscape Plan shall be reviewed and approved by the City
Engineer prior to issuance of a grading permit. Submit 5 copies to the
Engineering Division for Checking.
i) 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
maintenance district, in which case, a separate landscape plan shall be
provided.
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STANDARD REQUIREMENTS
DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICES/PUBLIC WORKS DIVISION
CASE NO: TR NO. 16457
DESCRIPTION: CONSTRUCT 47 SINGLE
FAMILY HOMES
APPLICANT:
CDI/OASIS
SAN BERNARDINO, L.L.C.
LOCATION: N/E CORNER OF IRVINGTON
AVENUE AND PALM AVENUE
j) A Landscape Maintenance District shall be implemented to maintain
landscaping within the following areas: Irvington Avenue, Olive Avenue.
Palm Avenue
k) All required maintenance districts shall be formed prior to Map recording.
I) Separate sets of Landscape Plans shall be provided for the Landscape
Maintenance District.
m) Prior to sale of each parcel, the Developer shall provide the City's Real
Property Section of the Public Works Division with a signed copy of the
"Notice of Assessment District" disclosure for each property purchaser.
3. Utilities
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) Each parcel 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) Sewer main extensions required to serve the site shall be constructed at
the Developer's expense.
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6111/2003
STANDARD REQUIREMENTS
DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICESIPUBLlC WORKS DIVISION
CASE NO: TR NO. 16457 DESCRIPTION: CONSTRUCT 47 SINGLE
FAMILY HOMES
APPLICANT:
CDIIOASIS LOCATION: NIE CORNER OF IRVINGTON
SAN BERNARDINO, L.L.C. AVENUE AND PALM AVENUE
e) This project is located in the sewer service area maintained by the City of
San Bernardino therefore, any necessary sewer main extension shall be
designed and constructed in accordance with the City's .Sewer Policy and
Procedures" and City Standard Drawings.
f) Utility services shall be placed underground and easements provided as
required.
g) A street cut permit, from the City Engineer, will be required for utility cuts
into existing streets where the street is not being repaved as part of the
required improvements.
h) All existing overhead utilities adjacent to or traversing the site on either
side of the street shall be undergrounded in accordance with Section
19.20.030 (non-subdivisions) or Section 19.30.110 (subdivisions) of the
Development Code.
i) 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).
4. Mapping
a) A FinallParcel Map based upon field survey will be required.
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STANDARD REQUIREMENTS
DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICES/PUBLIC WORKS DIVISION
CASE NO: TR NO. 16457
APPLICANT:
CDIIOASIS
SAN BERNARDINO, L.L.C.
DESCRIPTION: CONSTRUCT 47 SINGLE
FAMILY HOMES
LOCATION: N/E CORNER OF IRVINGTON
AVENUE AND PALM AVENUE
b) All street names shall be subject to approval of the City Engineer prior to
Map approval.
c) Additional survey and map information including, but not limited to,
building setbacks, flooding and zones, seismic lines and setbacks,
geologic mapping and archeological sites shall be filed with the City
Engineer in accordance with Ordinance No. MC-592.
d) If this Map is located in an Assessment District and the assessment has
not been paid off, the subdivider shall submit an apportionment
application to the Real Property section of the Public Works Division.
Application forms can be obtained form the Real Property Section at (909)
384-5026.
e) Assessment District Apportionment Fees:
. Final Maps or Parcel Maps of more than 4 Parcels - $ 2,250.00 plus
$25.00 for each final assessable lot or parcel.
f) Prior to recordation of the final map, the developer has to execute a
mutual agreement with the City's Director of Parks and Recreation and
the City Engineer for an arrangement of dedication and improvement of
Lot "A" for a future park as shown on the tentative map.
5. Improvement Completion
a) Street, sewer, and drainage improvement plans for the entire project shall
be completed, subject to the approval of the City Engineer, prior to the
Map recordation.
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6/11/2003
STANDARD REQUIREMENTS
DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICES/PUBLIC WORKS DIVISION
CASE NO: TR NO. 16457 DESCRIPTION: CONSTRUCT 47 SINGLE
FAMILY HOMES
APPLICANT:
CDI/OASIS LOCATION: N/E CORNER OF IRVINGTON
SAN BERNARDINO, L.L.C. AVENUE AND PALM AVENUE
b) If the required improvements are not completed prior to Map recordation,
an improvement security accompanied by an agreement executed by the
developer and the City will be required.
c) If the required improvements are not proposed to be completed prior to
recordation of the Parcel Map, a deferred improvement agreement in
accordance with Section 19.30.160 of the Development Code will be
required. If the agreement is approved, an improvement certificate shall
be placed on the Parcel Map stating that the required improvements will
be completed upon development. Applicable to Parcel Maps consisting of
4 or less parcels only.
d) Street light energy fee to pay cost of street light energy for a period of 4
years shall be paid. Exact amount shall be determined and shall become
payable prior to map recording.
e) All rights of vehicular ingress/egress shall be dedicated from the following
streets: Irvington Avenue, Olive Avenue, Palm Avenue
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6/11/2003
STANDARD REQUIREMENTS
DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICES/PUBLIC WORKS DIVISION
CASE NO: TR NO. 16457 DESCRIPTION: CONSTRUCT 47 SINGLE
FAMILY HOMES
APPLICANT:
CDI/OASIS LOCATION: N/E CORNER OF IRVINGTON
SAN BERNARDINO, L.L.C. AVENUE AND PALM AVENUE
6. Street Improvement and Dedications
a) All public streets within and adjacent to the development shall be
improved to include combination curb and gutter, paving, handicap ramps,
street lights, sidewalks and appurtenances, including, but not limited to
traffic signals, traffic signal modifications, relocation of public or private
facilities which interfere with new construction, striping, shall be
accomplished in accordance with the City of San Bernardino .Street
Improvement Policy" and City "Standard Drawings", unless otherwise
approved by the City Engineer. Street lighting, when required, shall be
designed and constructed in accordance with the City's "Street Lighting
Policies and Procedures". Street lighting shall be shown on street
improvement plans except where otherwise approved by the City
Engineer.
b) For the streets listed below, dedication of adequate street right-of way
(R.W.) to 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 Right of WayC!!J Curb Line@
PALM AVENUE 44' 32'
IRVINGTON AVENUE 30' 20'
OLIVE AVENUE 30' 20'
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6/1112003
STANDARD REQUIREMENTS
DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICES/PUBLIC WORKS DIVISION
CASE NO: TR NO. 16457 DESCRIPTION: CONSTRUCT 47 SINGLE
FAMILY HOMES
APPLICANT:
CDI/OASIS LOCATION: N/E CORNER OF IRVINGTON
SAN BERNARDINO, L.L.C. AVENUE AND PALM AVENUE
"An, "B", "C", 1010" AND liE" 25' 18'
STREETS
c) Construct 8" Curb and Gutter per City Standard No. 200 adjacent to the
site. Widen pavement adjacent to the site to match new curb and gutter.
Construct approach and departure transitions for traffic safety and
drainage as approved by the City Engineer.
d) Construct sidewalk adjacent to the site in accordance with City Standard
No. 202, Case "A" (6' wide adjacent to curb).
e) Construct Handicap Ramps in accordance with City Standard No. 205 at
all curb returns within and adjacent to the project site. Dedicate sufficient
right-of-way at the corner to accommodate the ramp.
f) Construct Driveway Approaches per City Standard No. 203. Remove
existing driveway approaches that are not part of the approved plan and
replace with full height curb & gutter and sidewalk.
g) All Curb return radii shall be 25 feet minimum.
h) Curb returns at the intersection of two arterial streets shall be 35 feet
unless otherwise approved by the City Engineer.
i) Construct all knuckles in accordance with City Standard Drawing No. 101.
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STANDARD REQUIREMENTS.
DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICES/PUBLIC WORKS DIVISION
CASE NO: TR NO. 16457 DESCRIPTION: CONSTRUCT 47 SINGLE
FAMILY HOMES
APPLICANT:
CDI/OASIS LOCATION: N/E CORNER OF IRVINGTON
SAN BERNARDINO, L.L.C. AVENUE AND PALM AVENUE
j) Install Street Lights adjacent to the site in accordance with City Standard
Nos. SL-1 and SL-2.
7. Phasing
a) If the project is to be developed in phases, each individual phase shall be
designed to provide maximum public safety, convenience for public
service vehicles, and proper traffic circulation. In order to meet this
requirement, the following will be required prior to the finalization of any
phase:
b) Improvement plans for the total project or sufficient plans beyond the
phase boundary to verify the feasibility of the design shall be complete to
the satisfaction of the City Engineer;
c) A Plan shall be submitted for review and approval by the Engineering
Division, Fire, and Planning Departments indication what improvements
will be constructed with the given phase, subject to the following:
d) Dead-end streets shall be provided with a minimum 32 foot radius paved
width;
e) Half width streets shall be provided with a minimum 28 foot paved width;
f) Street improvements shall be completed beyond the phase boundaries,
as necessary to prOVide secondary access;
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6/11/2003
STANDARD REQUIREMENTS
DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICES/PUBLIC WORKS DIVISION
CASE NO: TR NO. 16457
APPLICANT:
CDIIOASIS
SAN BERNARDINO, L.L.C.
DESCRIPTION: CONSTRUCT 47 SINGLE
. FAMILY HOMES
LOCATION: N/E CORNER OF IRVINGTON
AVENUE AND PALM AVENUE
g) Drainage facilities, such as storm drains, channels, earth berms, and
block walls, shall be constructed, as necessary, to protect the
development from off-site flows;
h) A properly designed water system shall be constructed which is capable
of providing required fire flow, perhaps looping or extending beyond the
phase boundaries;
i) Easements for any of the above and the installation of necessary utilities
shall be completed; and,
j) Phase boundaries shall correspond to the lot lines shown on the approved
tentative map.
8. Required Engineering Permits
a) Grading permit (If applicable.).
b) On-site improvements construction permit (except buildings - see
Development Services-Building Division), including landscaping.
c) Off-site improvements construction permit.
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6/1112003
STANDARD REQUIREMENTS
DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICES/PUBLIC WORKS DIVISION
CASE NO: TR NO. 16457 DESCRIPTION: CONSTRUCT 47 SINGLE
FAMILY HOMES
APPLICANT:
CDI/OASIS LOCATION: N/E CORNER OF IRVINGTON
SAN BERNARDINO, L.L.C. AVENUE AND PALM AVENUE
9. Applicable Engineering Fees!
a) Map Checking fee - $ 1,000.00 plus $ 30.00 per lot or parcel.
b) Plan check and inspection fees for off-site improvements - 4% and 4%,
respectively, of the estimated construction cosf of the off-site
improvements.
c) Plan check and inspection fees for on-site improvements (except buildings
- See Development Services-Building Division) - 2% and 3%, respectively,
of the estimated construction cosf of the on-site improvements, including
landscaping.
d) Plan check and inspection fees for grading (If permit required) - Fee
Schedule available at the Engineering Division Counter.
e) Drainage fee in the approximate amount as follows based on $0.156 per
square foot of net lot area - not to exceed $3,120.00 for any lot.
f) Traffic system fee in the estimated amount as follows based on $184.14
per house: $8,656.46
I All Fees are subject to change without notice.
2Estimated Construction Cost for Off-Site Improvements Is based on a list of standard unit prices on file with
the Public Works Division.
3 Estimated Construction Cost for On-Site Improvements is based on a list of standard unit prices on file
with the Public Works Division.
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6/1112003
STANDARD REQUIREMENTS
DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICES/PUBLIC WORKS DIVISION
CASE NO: TR NO. 16457
APPLICANT:
CDI/OASIS
SAN BERNARDINO, L.L.C.
DESCRIPTION: CONSTRUCT 47 SINGLE
FAMILY HOMES
LOCATION: N/E CORNER OF IRVINGTON
AVENUE AND PALM AVENUE
g) Sewer Connection fee in the approximate amount as follows based on
$322.86 per bedroom.
h) Sewer inspection fee in the estimated amount as follows based on $21.72
per connection: $1,020.84
10. Additional Requirements - General
a) The Developer shall install a stop sign with pavement marking facing
southbound traffic on "AU Street at Irvington Avenue and facing eastbound
traffic on "E" Street at Olive Avenue.
b) Construct temporary tum-around at end of "B" Street per City Standard
No. 102.
c) The development shall contribute a Traffic System Fee of $4,560.00
toward the cost of a future traffic signal at Palm and Irvington Avenue.
11. Additional Requirements - Verdemont Area Projects
a) This development will be required to pay Infrastructure Development Fees
prior to issuance of building permits in the amount of $1,500.00 per single
family residence: .This fee will increase to $3,000.00 on June 22,
2003.
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6/1112003
STANDARD REQUIREMENTS
DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICES/PUBLIC WORKS DIVISION
CASE NO: TR NO. 16457 DESCRIPTION: CONSTRUCT 47 SINGLE
FAMILY HOMES
APPLICANT:
CDI/OASIS LOCATION: N/E CORNER OF IRVINGTON
SAN BERNARDINO, L.L.C. AVENUE AND PALM AVENUE
b) This single-family residential project lies within the Chestnut Storm Drain
Fee boundary. Therefore. a storm drain Surcharge Fee in the estimated
amount as follows based on $ 0.182 per square foot shall be paid (not to
exceed $2,741.78 per lot) to the City prior to approval of building permits:
c) This project lies within the proposed boundary of the Palm Avenue Box
Culvert and Traffic Signal Fee area; therefore, a fee in the estimated
amount as follows of $ 0.02 per square foot of net project area shall be
paid to the City prior to approval of building permits:
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In
CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO FIRE DEPARTMENT ,
STANDARD REQUIREMENTS Case: QfJA 02..-11
CtrJA 02..- 11 Date: ~ '-z {{-:=>,
'PALm / 1 I'll/I /I./(."1/"'O rL {PM /0457 Reviewed y:
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS: 7 'r 15Q40
~ Provide one additional set of construction ptans to Building and Safety for Fire Department use at time of plan check.
Contact the City of San Bernardino Fire Department at (909) 384.5388 for specific detailed requirements.
The developer shaJl provide for adequate fire flow. Minimum fire ftow requirements shall be based on square footage, construction features. and exposure
information supplied by the developer and must be available Dnar to placing combustible materials on site.
~R PURVEYOR FOR FIRE PROTECTION:
~ protection water service for the area of this project is provided by:
San Bernardino Municipal Waler Oepartmenl-Engineering (909) 384.5391
o Easl Valley Water District-€ngineering (909) 888-8986
o Other Water purveyor. Phone:
~LIC FIRE PROTECTION FACIUTIES:
Public fire hydrants are required along streets at Intervals not to exceed 300 feet for commercial and mufti-residential areas and at intervats not to exceed
~ feet far residential areas.
Fire hydrant minimum flow rates of 1,500 ClJm at a 20 psi minimum residual pressure are required for commerctal and muttJ-residentiaJ areas. Minimum fire
hydrant flow rates of 1.000 gpm at a 20 psi minimum residual pressure are required tor residential areas.
Q/Fire hydranllypa and SpedflC Iocallon shall be jointly delermlned by !he City of San Bernardino Fire Oepartmanl in conjunction with !he water purveyor. Fire
~rant materials and installation shan conform to the standards and specifications of the water purveyor.
ublic fire hydrants. fire services, and poolic water facilities necessary to meet Fire Department requirements are the developer's finandal responsibility and
shall be installed by the water purveyor or by the developer at the waler purveyor's ciscrelion. Contact the water purveyor Indicated above tor additional
information.
ACCESS:
0 Provide two separate, dedicated routes of ingress/egress 10 the property entrance. The routes shaH be paved. all weather.
0 Provide an access road to ueh building for fire apparatus. Access roadway shall have an alf..weather driving surface of not less than 20 feet of unob-
slructed 1Mdlh.
0 Extend roadway 10 >MIhLn 150 feet of aU portions of the exterior wall of alsingte story buildings.
0 Exlend roadway to within 50 feet 01 !he eld8r1or wall of all mulliple-sloty bundlngs.
0 Provide ."NO PARKING" signs \\t1enever parldng 01 vehicles would possible reduce !he clearance of access roadways 10 less than !he reqUired 1Mdlh. Signs
are to read "FIRE LANE-NO PARKlNG-II.C. Sec. 15.16".
~d-end streets shall not exceed 500 feet in lengl:h and shall have a minimum 40 foot radius turnaround.
s names of any new streelS (public or private) &hat! be submitted to the Fire Department for approval
~
All access roads and IIreeIs are 10 be constructed and usable prior to combustible construction.
o Private fire hydrants shan be installed 10 protect each bundlng Iocaled more than 150 feel from lhe curb Una. No fire hydrants should be within 40 feel of any
exlerior wall. The hydrants shall be Welllerrellypa, ..Ih one 2~ inch and 4 inch outlet. and approved by !he Fire Oepar1ment Areas adjacenl to fire
hydranls shall be designaled as a "NO PARKING" zone by painllng an 8 inch wide, red slripa for 15 feel in each direction In front of !he hydIant in such a
manner that it will not be blocked by parked vehJcJes. Lettering to be in white 6w by Y.I".
/
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Address numerals shall be installed on the buikting al the front or other approved location in such a manner as to be visible from the rrontage street Com.
mercia! and multi family address numerals shan be 6 inches tall, singte family address numerals shaU be 4 inches tall. The cotor of the nl.l11erals shall con-
0 trasl \IViIh the cokN' of the bac:kground.
ldenlify each gas and electric meter with the number of the unit it serves.
0 Fire extinguishers must be installed prior to the building being occupted. The minimum rating for any fire extinguisher Is 2A 10BIC. Minimum distrIJution of
0 fire extinguishers musl be such that no Interior part of the building is over 75 feet travel dlslance from a tire extinguisher.
Apartment houses with 18 or more units. hotels (motels) with 20 or more units, or apartments or hotels (motels) three stories or more in hetght shall be
equipped vmh automatic fire sprinklers designed to NFPA standards.
0 All buildings, over 5,000 square feet, shall be equipped 'Nith an automatic fire &prinker system ctesigned to NFPA standards. This includes existing buildings
vacant over 365 days.
0 Submit plans for the tire protection system 10 the Fire Department prior to beginning construction of the system. Pennil required.
0 Tenant improvements In all sprintdered buildings are to be approved by the Are Department prior to start of construction. Pennil required.
0 Provide fire alarm (required throughout). Plans must be approved by the Fire Department prior to start of inslallation. Pennit required.
0 Fire Department connection 10 sprinkler system/standpipe syslem, shall be required at Fire Department approved location.
B Fire Code Pennn required.
Fire Sprinkler monitoring required. Plans must be approvecl by the Fire Department prior to the start of construction. Pennit required.
Note: The applicant must request, in writing. any changes to Fire Department requirements.
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: I ul2./t/ / AI C:q
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SAN BERNARDINO MUNICIPAL WATER DEPARTMENT 2 6 20 0
JAN 01
STANDARD REQUIREMENTS
CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
MUNICIPAL WATER DEPARTMENT
Review of Plans: PRE-1PP/ Jc/tTln4 .tJl.::::r'J:z... 5W~~~ed:
OwnerlDeveloper: IRFa MlYffL.j PAfTN!RSIt/(71foMIK 771~t~;;il;;trj'y:
=t:n7;i}:::;/~~ ~~~:::;:;f ~14~ ;%:~9;~r ~;# te ;Jg/ SCJ6:i~ ?r
WATER DEPARTMENT ENGINEERING: / I'fr'-M1
Contact: .77f/)f;::C;- ..L);/e . _ ___ Phone: .3BI-~g~ Fax: ?'i1'1-SS-3:::2.
No/e: All Water Services are Suhject to the Rules &. Regulations ofthe Water Department. Ie, II c.L-~W.5 IN f'/fL.M,
){SizeofMain Adjacentthe Project: 100"CL+klS 1/IJ/I?IIINt.."'/J~ l(,.hl'J.lw'f IN IIlVlIIIC,"V:I.!; S;/fA-C-IN'.f'1"tiM
}(Approximate Water Pressure: 10 -?( Elevation of Water Storage: 19/ ~.f Hydrant Flow@ 20 psi:
j(Type, Size, Location, and Distance to Nearest Fire Hydrant: :Jv.u.-r Mil Vol 57: AI!"?, ~/'I 5O/J7N- <:;/l)~ IRYI#6To!'J /
2wItj (/\IE'TRM(JE!L Wl;-r. NOz..,) WEST;IPAt.M. -#~I171f .51D~ II?VINf<1Tc-J I
o Pressure Regulator Required on Customer's Side on the Meter,
o Off-site Water Facilities Required.
o Area Not Served by San Bernardino Municipal Water Department.
o Conunents:
WATER OIJALlTY CONTROL: Sz.bo
Contact: r?/'JN ,A~'A'/e/7} Phone: 3ftJ/-51,':J Fax:.3 'if!-S-~9 / _
0( R.P.P. Backflow Device Required at Service Connection. Fo fl.... /::JO/M. R-~Ti c.. 9 &-fl..1I1 c..L
jl\.Double Check Backflow Device Required at Service Connection. FOil- ::r:./Ul t " A'" 0 '" ~ t=,I2.E- 5 E-/Z./l1 cr:.,
!jit.Backflow Device to be Inspected Before Water Service can be Activated.
o No Backtlow Device Required at This Time.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROLIINDIJSTRIAL WASTE:
Contact: ~ belA-I .,,"'--/ "-r-JCy c..O"'P>y
~3.b
Phone: ,$ &' t/- .;~ 7 Fax:
~fft/- 5::Z5r
No/e: No Brine Regenerative Water Softeners May be Installed, Unless Holding and Hauling is Provided for the Brine. All interceptoR
will be a 1200 Gallon Capacity with a Sanlple Box Included.
o Industrial Waste Pennit Required.
o Grease Interceptor Required.
o Pre-treatment Required.
o Sand/Oil Interceptor Required.
o No Issues at tlus Time.
SEWER CAPACITY INFORMATION: S"S'9 z...
Contact: -.LV ElL 77toNl<>EI{ Phone: . ~::;r- ')/)'1 J Fax: ? 'Ii If-- f1~~,/
Note: Proof of Payment Must be Submitted to the Building &. Safety Department Prior to Issuance of the Building Permit.
o No Sewer Capacity Fee Applicable at This Time.
,?jSewer Capacity Fee Must Be Paid to the Water Department for Gallons Per Day, Equivalent Dwelling Units: &5
o Subject to Recalculation of Fee Prior to the Issuance of Building Pennit.
Breakdown of Estimated Gallons Per Day:
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CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
INITIAL STUDY
ATTACHMENT "E"
INITIAL STUDY FOR
Tentative Tract Map 16457, Subdivision 02-14, General Plan
Amendment 02-11
PROJECT DESCRIPTIONjLOCATION:
The proposed project consists of the following components: a General Plan
Amendment to change 5.14 acres from RE, Residential Estate to RL, Residential
Low land use designation, while leaving the remaining 5.21 acres of RE,
Residential Estate land use designation as RE for a future park and a Tentative
Tract Map to subdivide approximately 15.56 acres of land into 47 single-family
residential properties. The project lies within the High Wind Overlay zone.
DATE: April 30, 2003
PREPARED BY
City of San Bernardino
Development Service Department
300 North "D" Street
San Bernardino, CA 92418
909-384-5057
CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
PLANNING AND BUILDING SERVICES
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PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) requires the preparation of an Initial Study when a
proposal must obtain discretionary approval from a governmental agency and is not exempt from CEQA. The
purpose of the Initial Study is to determine whether or not a proposal, not exempt from CEQA, qualifies for
a Negative Declaration or whether or not an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) must be prepared.
I.
Project Title:
Tentative Tract No. 16457 (Subdivision No. 02-14) and
General Plan Amendment 02-11
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2. Lead Agency Name: City of San Bernardino Department of Planning and Building Services
Address: 300 North D Street, San Bernardino CA 92418
3.
Contact Person:
Ben Steckler
Phone Number:
(909) 384-5057
4. Project Location (AddresslNearest cross-streets): The proposed project is located at the northeast
intersection of Palm and Irvington A venues.
5.
Project Sponsor:
Address:
CDI - San Bernardino Investor I
22365 Barton Road #110
Grand Terrace, CA 92313
6. General Plan Designation: Existing designation RL, Residential Low, and RE, Residential Estate.
7. Description of Project (Describe the whole action involved, including but not limited to later phases
of the project, and any secondary, support, or off-site features necessary for its implementation.
Attach additional sheets, if necessary): The proposed project consists of the following components:
a General Plan Amendment to change 5.14 acres from RE, Residential Estate to RL, Residential Low
land use designation, while leaving the remaining 5.21 acres of RE, Residential Estate land use
designation as RE for a future park and a Tentative Tract Map to subdivide approximately 15.56 acres
ofland into 47 single-family residential properties. The project lies within the High Wind Overlay
zone.
The project site is currently vacant. The proposed project does not include any construction at this
time, but will prepare the land for future development of 47 single-family residences. A perimeter
wall will be required when development is proposed. The northeast corner of Palm Avenue and
Irvington Avenue will be an entry point and will be treated with a monument sign for the tract. The
project includes an approximately 5.21 acre park site and a landscape belt along the Irvington Avenue
street frontage. The project site features various topographic natural slopes which generally follows
a pattern of approximately 5% downward slope from the north portion of the site toward Irvington
Avenue at the southern portion of the site (Figure 1).
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Surrounding Land Uses and Setting: The site is situated at the northeast comer of Palm and
lrvington Avenues. Most of the area to the north of the project is developed with single-family
residential uses, however some is vacant land. The westerly portion of the project site is planned to
become a 5.21 acre park. The adjacent area to the west of the site across Palm Avenue is vacant land
planned for subdivision into 41 single-family residential properties. To the east of the site is a single-
family residential subdivision. On the south across lrvington Avenue is a single-family residential
neighborhood and to the north are also single-family residential properties. Table I identifies
surrounding land use and zoning.
Table 1
Existing Land Uses and Land Use Designations for Areas Immediately
Adiacent to the ProDosed Proiect
Location Land Use Designation Land Uses
,
North RE/RS Vacant /Single-Family
I Residential
South RS Single-Family Residential
East RL / RS Single-Family Residential /
Vacant
West RE/RL Vacant / Single-Family
Residential
Source: City of San Bernardino General Plan, 1989; site visit.
LEGEND:
RL - Residential Low (up to 3.1 dwelling units per acre)
RE - Residential Estate (up to I dwelling unit per acre)
RS - Residential Suburban (up to 4.5 dwelling units per acre).
9. Other agencies whose approval is required (e.g., permits, financing approval, or participation
agreement): The following permits will be required for construction and/or operation of the proposed
project:
X Grading and Building permits from the City of San Bernardino Development Services Department
X National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Permit from the Regional Water
Quality Control Board (RWQCB), Santa Ana Region
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Figure 1 - Vicinity Map
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Figure 2 - Site Plan
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CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
PLANNING AND BUILDING SERVICES
INITIAL STUDY
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS POTENTIALLY AFFECTED
The environmental factors checked below would be potentially affected by this project, involving at
least one impact that is a "Potentially Significant Impact" as indicated by the checklist on the following
pages.
D Land Use and Planning D Transportation/Circulation D Public Services
D Population and Housing D Biological Resources D Utilities
[EJ Earth Resources D Energy and Mineral Resources D Aesthetics
[EJ Water D Hazards D Cultural Resources
[EJ Air Quality [EJ Noise D Recreation
D Mandatory Findings of Significance
DETERMINATION.
On the basis of this Initial Study, the City of San Bernardino, Environmental Review
Committee finds:
That the proposed project COULD NOT have a significant effect on the environment, and 0
a NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared.
That although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment, there [EJ
will not be a significant effect in this case because the mitigation measures described on an
attached sheet have been added to the project. A NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be
prepared.
That the proposed project MAY have a significant effect on the environment, and an 0
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required.
That although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment, there 0
WILL NOT be a significant effect in this case because all potentially significant effects (a)
have been analyzed adequately in an earlier EIR pursuant to applicable standards and (b)
have been avoided or mitigated pursuant to that earlier EIR, including revisions or
mi,;,,,;,, m~m""'''' 'p'" <b, prop""" pmj~'.
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Ben Steckler
Printed Name
CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
PLANNING AND BUILDING SERVICES
INITIAL STUDY
Potentially
Significant
Potentially ! Unless Less Than
Significant I Mitigation Significant No
Impact ! IncotpOlated Impact Impact
L LAND USE AND PLANNING. Will the
proposal result in:
a) A conflict with the land use as 0 0 [B] 0
designated based on the review of the
General Plan Land Use Plan/Zoning
Districts Ma ?
b) Development within an Airport District 0 0 0 [B]
as identified in the Air Installation
Compatible Use Zone (AICUZ) Report
and the Land Use Zonin District Ma ?
c) Development within Foothill Fire Zones 0 0 0 [B]
A & B, or C as identified on the Land
Use Districts Zonin Ma?
d Other? 0 0 0 [B]
II. POPULATION AND HOUSING. Will the
ro osal:
a) Remove existing housing (including 0 0 0 [B]
affordable housing) as verified by a site
surve {evaluation?
b) Create a significant demand for 0 0 0 [B]
additional housing based on the
proposed use and evaluation of project
size?
c) Induce substantial growth in an area 0 0 0 [B]
either directly or indirectly (e.g., through
projects in an undeveloped area or an
extension of major infrastructure)?
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Potentially
Significant
Potentially Unless Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant No
Impact Incorporated Impact Impact
I III. EARTH RESOURCES: Will the proposal
result in:
a) Earth movement (cut and/or fill) on 0 0 0 lKl
slopes of 15% or more based on
information contained in the Preliminary
Pro'ect Descri tion Form No. D?
b) Development and/or grading on a slope 0 0 0 lKl
greater than 15% natural grade based on
review of General Plan HMOD map?
c) Erosion, dust or unstable soil conditions ! 0 ~ 0 0
from excavation, grading or fill?
d) Development within the Alquist-Priolo 0 0 ~ 0
Special Studies Zone as defined in
Section 12.0-Geologic & Seismic,
Fi ure 47, of the Cit 's General Plan?
e) Modification of any unique geologic or 0 0 0 lKl
physical feature based on field review?
f) Development within areas defined as 0 ~ 0 0
having high potential for water or wind
erosion as identified in Section 12.0-
Geologic & Seismic, Figure 53, of the
Citv's General Plan?
g) Modification of a channel, creek or river 0 0 0 lKl
based on a field review or review of
! USGS Topographic Map San
i Bernardino North. i
h) Development within an area subject to i 0 i ~ 0 0
landslides, mudslides, subsidence or
other similar hazards as identified in
Section 12.0-Geologic & Seismic,
Figures 48, 51, 52 and 53 ofthe City's
General Plan?
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Potentially
Significant
Impact
Potentially
Significant
Unless
Mitigation
Incorporated
Less Than
Significant
Impact
No
Impact
i)
Development within an area subject to
liquefaction as shown in Section 12.0-
Geologic & Seismic, Figure 48, of the
Cit 's General Plan?
o
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liSl
Other?
I IV . WATER. Will the ro osal result in:
o
o
o
o
a)
Changes in absorption rates, drainage
patterns, or the rate and amount of
surface runoff due to impermeable
o
o
liSl
o
, surfaces that cannot be mitigated by
Public Works Standard Requirements to ,
contain and convey runoff to approved I
storm drain based on review of the
proDosed site Dlan? I
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b) Significant alteration in the course or , 0 I 0 0 liSl
! ,
flow of flood waters based on ,
,
consultation with Public Works staff? I I I
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c) Discharge into surface waters or any 0 I liSl 0 I 0
I
alteration of surface water quality based I
on requirements of Public Works to have
runoff directed to approved storm
drains?
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I d) Changes in the quantity or quality of 0 0 0 liSl
I ground water? i
,
I e) Exposure of people or property to flood 0 0 0 liSl
hazards as identified in the Federal I
,
Emergency Management Agency's Flood ,
I
Insurance Rate Map 06071C7940F and
Section 16.0-Flooding, Figure 62, of the
Cit 's General Plan?
f) Other? 0 0 0 0
I UALITY. Will the ro osal:
IV. AIR
0 liSl 0 0
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Potentially
Significant
Potentially Unless Less Than
, Significant Mitigation Significant No
Impact Incorporated Impact Impact
. contribute to an existing or projected air
quality violation based on the thresholds
in the SCAQMD's "CEQA Air Quality
Handbook"?
0 0 1RI 0
c) Alter air movement, moisture, or 0 0 0 1RI
temperature, or cause any change in
climate?
d) Create objectionable odors based on 0 0 0 1RI
information contained in the Preliminary
Environmental Descri tion Form?
I VI. TRANSPORT A TION/CIRCULA T10N.
,
I Could the ro osal result in:
a) A significant increase in traffic volumes 0 0 1RI 0
on the roadways or intersections or an
increase that is significantly greater than
the land use designated on the General
Plan?
b) Alteration of present patterns of 0 0 1RI 0
circulation?
c) A disjointed pattern of roadway 0 0 0 1RI
im rovements?
d 0 0 0 lID
e) Insufficient parking capacity on-site or 0 0 0 lID
off-site based on the requirements in
Chapter 19.24 of the Development
Code?
t) 0 0 1RI 0
g) Conflict with adopted policies 0 0 0 lID
su ortin alternative trans ortation?
h) Inadequate emergency access or access 0 0 0 lID
to nearb uses?
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i General Plan? i
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b) Impacts to endangered, threatened or rare 0 0 0 ! [gJ
I species or their habitat (including, but i I
I not limited to, plants, mammals, fish, I i I
I insects and birds)? !
,
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c) Impacts to the wildlife disbursal or , 0 0 0 [gJ
I
mil!ration corridors? I
I d) Impacts to wetland habitat (e.g" marsh, i 0 0 I 0 I [gJ I
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i) Other?
BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES, Could the
proposal result in:
a) Development within the Biological
Resources Management Overlay, as
identified in Section IO.O-Natural
Resources, Figure 41, of the City's
Potentially
Significant
Potentially Unless Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant No
Impact Incorporated Impact Impact
0 0 0 0
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e)
npanan and vernal pool)? i
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Removal of viable, mature trees based on I
'f, f t d'thPr' I
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10 orma IOn con alOe 10 e re tmmary I
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Project Description Form and verified by I
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site survey/evaluation (6" or greater I I
trunk diameter at 4N above the ground)?
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f) Other? 0 0 0 I 0
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!
Potentially
Significant
Potentially Unless Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant No
Impact Incorporated Impact Impact
,
VIII. ENERGY AND MINERAL RESOURCES. , I
Would the proposal: I
a) Conflict with adopted energy , 0 I 0 0 lID
conservation plans? ! I
b) Use non-renewable resources in a I 0 I 0 0 lID
I
wasteful and inefficient manner? i I I
c) I 0 I 0 0 lID
Result in the loss of availability of a I
known mineral resource that would be of I
future value to the region and the
residents of the State?
IX. HAZARDS. Will the proposal:
a) Use, store, transport or dispose of 0 I 0 I lID 0
hazardous or toxic materials based on I
information contained in the Preliminary I
Environmental Description Form, No. I
G{l) and G(2) (including, but not limited
to, oil, pesticides, chemicals or I
radiation)? I
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b) Involve the release of hazardous I 0 0 0
I substances? I
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I c) Expose people to the potential . 0 0 lID
I I 0
I health/safety hazards? !
i d) Other? I 0 0 I 0 0
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NOISE. Could the proposal result in: I
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a) Development of housing, health care 0 0 0 lID
facilities, schools, libraries, religious I
facilities or other noise sensitive uses in
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areas where existing or future noise I I
levels exceed an Ldn of65 dB(A) I I I
exterior and an Ldn of 45 dB(A) interior i I
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as identified in Section l4.0-Noise, I
Figures 57 and 58 of the City's General
Plan?
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Potentially
Significant
Potentially Unless Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant No
Impact I Incorporated Impact Impact
b) Development of new or expansion of D D 0 ~
existing industrial, commercial or other
uses which generate noise levels above
an Ldn of 65 dB(A) exterior or an Ldn of I
45 dB( A) interior that may affect areas
containing housing, schools, health care
facilities or other sensitive uses based on
information in the Preliminary
Environmental Description Form No.
G( I) and evaluation of surrounding land
uses No. C, and verified by site
surve /evaluation?
c Other? hort term construction noise. D ~ D 0
XI. PUBLIC SERVICES. Would the proposal
have an effect upon, or result in a need for new
or altered government services in any of the
followin areas:
a D D ~ D
b Medical Aid? D D D ~
c Police rotection? D D 0 ~
d Schools? D D ~ D
e Parks or other recreational facilities? D D D ~
Solid waste dis osal? D D ~ D
g) Maintenance of public facilities, D D ~ D
inc1udin roads?
Other overnmental services? D D 0 D
UTILITIES: Will the proposal, based on the
responses of the responsible Agencies,
Departments, or Utility Company, impact the
following beyond the capability to provide
adequate levels of service or require the
construction of new facilities?
a Natural as? D 0 ~ 0
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Potentially
Significant
I Potentially Unless Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant No
Impact Incorporated Impact Impact
b) Electricity? 0 0 [&:J 0
c) Communications s stems? 0 0 0 [&:J
Water distributionry 0 0 0 [&:J
Water treatment or sewer? 0 0 [&:J 0
Storm water draina e? 0 0 [&:J 0
g) Result in a disjointed pattern of utility 0 0 0 [&:J
extensions based on review of existing
atterns and ro osed extensions?
h Other? 0 0 0 0
i XIII. AESTHETICS.
a) Could the proposal result in the 0 0 [&:J 0
obstruction of any significant or
important scenic view based on
evaluation of the view shed verified by
site surve /evaluation?
b) Will the visual impact of the project 0 0 0 [&:J
create aesthetically offensive changes in
the existing visual setting based on a site
survey and evaluation of the proposed
elevations?
c) Create significant light or glare that 0 0 [&:J 0
could im act sensitive rece tors?
d) Other? 0 0 0 0
I
I CULTURAL RESOURCES. Could the
; XIV.
, proposal result in:
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I a) Development in a sensitive 0 0 0 [&:J
I archaeological area as identified in
Section 3.0-Historical, Figure 8, of the
Cit 's General Plan?
b) The alteration or destruction of a 0 0 [&:J 0
prehistoric or historic archaeological site
b develo ment within an archaeolo ical
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Potentially
Significant
Impact
Potentially
Significant
Unless
Mitigation
Incorporated
Less Than
Significant
Impact
No
Impact
. sensitive area as identified in Section
3.0-Historical, Figure 8, of the City's
General Plan?
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c) Alteration or destruction of a historical 0 I 0 i 0 liD
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site, structure or object as listed in the I I
City's Historic Resources I
Reconnaissance Survev? ,
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d) Other? 0 0 i 0 0
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i XV. RECREATION. Would the proposal:
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a) Increase the demand for neighborhood or 0 0 I liD 0
regional parks or other recreational
facilities?
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b) Affect existing recreational 0 0 0 liD
opportunities?
XVI. MANDATORY FINDINGS OF I
SIGNIFICANCE.
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a) Does the project have the potential to 0 I 0 0 liD
degrade the quality of the environment, I I
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substantially reduce the habitat of a fish I
or wildlife species, cause a fish or
wildlife population to drop below self-
sustaining levels, threaten to eliminate a
plant or animal community, reduce the
number or restrict the range of a rare or
endangered plant or animal, or eliminate
important examples of the major periods
of California historv or orehistorv?
b) Does the project have the potential to 0 I 0 0 I liD I
achieve short-term, to the disadvantage I I i
oflong-term, environmental goals? I I i
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c) Does the project have impacts that are 0 0 liD I 0
individually limited, but cumulatively
considerable? ("Cumulatively I I
considerable" means that the incremental
effects of a oroiect are considerable
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Potentially
Significant
Impact
Potentially
Significant
Unless
Mitigation
I Incorporated
Less Than
Significant
Impact
No
Impact
when viewed in connection with the
effects of past projects, the effects of
other current projects, and the effects of
robable future ro'ects.
d)
Does the project have environmental
effects which will cause substantial
adverse effects on human beings, either
directly or indirectly?
o
o
o
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REFERENCES. The following references cited in the Initial Study are on file in the Planning and Building
Services Department/Public Works Department.
I. City of San Bernardino General Plan.
2. City of San Bernardino General Plan Land Use Plan/Zoning Districts Map.
3. City of San Bernardino Development Code (Title 19 of the San Bernardino Municipal Code).
4. City of San Bernardino Historic Resources Reconnaissance Survey.
5. Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zones Map.
6. South Coast Air Quality Management District, CEQA Air Quality Handbook.
7. Federal Emergency Management Agency, Flood Insurance Rate Maps.
8. Public Works Standard Requirements - water.
9. Public Works Standard Requirements - grading.
10. Archaeological Assessment, prepared by Archaeological Associates, Revised March 1999.
11. Biological Resources Survey, prepared by Lilburn Corporation, March 1999.
12. Traffic Study, prepared by Katz, Okitsu & Associates, December 2000.
13. Preliminary Geotechnical Investigation (and subsequent addendums), prepared by Terra GeoSciences,
January 1998.
14. Landslide Evaluation, prepared by Terra GeoSciences, dated December 1998.
IS. Geotechnical Update, prepared by WAC Geotechnical Inc. dated October 6, 2000.
16. Fuel Modification Plan, prepared by Wildfire Aware, September 2000.
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DISCUSSION OF IMPACT LEVELS AND MITIGATION MEASURES
I. LAND USE PLANNING
a) The proposed project site is currently zoned for single family residential lots, however 5.14
acres of the 15.56 total acres is zoned RE, Residential Estate, rather than the RL, Residential
Low zoning the project is planned for. Thus the applicant is requesting a General Plan
Amendment to change the RE, Residential Estate land to RL, Residential Low in order to
sustain the development proposed. The change would only allow approximately an additional
ten units on the same area ofland, not a significant increase in overall land use density. Thus
the impact of the additional ten units is a less than significant impact on the Land Use
Plan/Zoning District Maps.
b) The project does not lie within the boundaries or the vicinity of the Air Installation Compatible
Land Use Zoning District Map, thus no impacts are anticipated.
c) The project site does not lie within the boundaries of the Foothill Fire Zones thus no impact is
anticipated.
II. POPULATION AND HOUSING
a-c) The project site is currently vacant; therefore the project will not displace any existing
housing. The project will not induce growth since the majority of the surrounding land uses
are currently developed with single-family residential land uses. The exception to this is the
property to the east, across Palm Avenue. It is currently vacant land. This land is within
the proposed Tentative Tract Map No. 16457 and is currently proposed to become a 47 lot
single-family residential subdivision as well as an approximately 5 acre park. Thus no
impact is anticipated.
III. EARTH RESOURCES
aIb) The project site has a gentle slope from north to south of approximately 5%. No portion of
the site exceeds 15% slope, and no cut or fill is proposed on slopes with greater than 15%
slope, thus no impact is anticipated.
c) The proposed project does have a potentially significant impact for erosion, dust or
unstable soil conditions during site grading and construction. The project contractor will
be required to adhere to the requirements of The City of San Bernardino and to the
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES). The Earth Resources (ER)
mitigation measures at the end of this section will ensure that the project will have a less
than significant impact on erosion, dust and unstable soils.
d) The project does not lie within the boundaries of the Alquist-Priolo Special Studies Zone as
defined by Figure 47 of the City's General Plan, however it is within proximity of two
different fault areas, and is within a basin known for geologic activity. The State of
California recognizes that the entire state is within an area subject to seismic activity and
has adopted the Uniform Building Code with modifications specifically for construction in
seismically active areas, the state refers to the revised building code as the California
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Building Code (CBC) and requires it to be used as a minimum guideline for all
construction activities within the state. Due to the regulations within the CBC the
construction of single-family residential homes (which is expected if the proposed tentative
tract map is approved) will have a less than significant impact due to seismic related issues.
e) The proposed project site does not contain any unique geologic or physical features based
upon a field review, thus no impact is anticipated.
f) The project site lies within an area known to be prone to high winds and wind erosion as
identified in Section 12.0-Geologic & Seismic, Figure 53, of the City's General Plan.
However the project site will be subject to the regulations of the City of San Bernardino
and the NPDES. The Earth Resources (ER) mitigation measures at the end of this section
will ensure that the project will have a less than significant impact on the potential for wind
erosIOn.
g) The project site does not lie within or adjacent to any channel, creek, or river, therefore no
impact is anticipated.
h) The project site does lie within an area subject to landslides, mudslides, subsidence, or
other similar hazards according to Section 12-Geologic & Seismic, Figures 48,51,52, and
53 of the City's General Plan. The Earth Resources (ER) mitigation measures at the end of
this section will ensure that the project will have a less than significant impact due to the
potential hazards ofIandslides, mudslides, subsidence or other similar hazards.
i) The project site does not lie within an area subject to the hazards of liquefaction as shown
in Section 12-Geologic & Seismic, Figure 48 of the City's General Plan, thus no impacts
are anticipated.
ER-l All graded areas shall be protected from wind and water erosion through acceptable slope
stabilization planting, walls, or netting. Interim erosion control plans shall be required, certified by
the project engineer, and reviewed and approved by the Development Services Department.
ER-2 Slopes created by grading of the site shall not exceed 50 percent or 2 horizontal to I vertical,
without a soils report and stabilization study indicating a greater permissible slope, or shall not
exceed 30 feet in height between terraces or benches, without approval of the Development
Services Department; except that the Planning Commission may permit slopes exceeding these
dimensions where slopes will result in a natural appearance and will not create geological or
erosion hazards.
ER-3 The project proponent will be required to submit site-specific geotechnical reports to the City
Engineer prior to the issuance of grading permits. These reports will be required to detail the
appropriate soil excavation techniques required to ensure that the proposed buildings are located
on properly compacted pads. During site grubbing and grading activities, the site will be subject to
wind and water erosion. The City, however, requires the preparation and implementation ofPMIO
plans prior to the issuance of grading permits. The PMI 0 plan for the proposed project will
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mitigate the potential impacts associated with wind erosion. The project will also, as a component
of its grading permit, prepare an erosion control plan to address water erosion issues.
ER-4 The project proponent shall, prior to the issuance of grading permit, receive approval of an erosion
control plan and PMlO plan from the Public Works Division of the Development Services
Department.
ER-5 The project proponent shall, prior to the issuance of a grading permit, prepare and submit for
review and approval by the Development Services Department a detailed grading plan for the
project site. The plan shall be prepared in conformance to the applicable standards and
requirements of the City of San Bernardino Grading Ordinance and the Uniform Building Code.
ER-6 The applicant shall, prior to the issuance of a grading permit, prepare and submit for review by the
Development Services Department, a geotechnical investigation to include field borings and/or
trenches as requested by the Public Works Division of the Development Services Department. The
recommendations of the geotechnical investigation shall be incorporated into the project grading
plans and earthwork specifications.
ER-7 For adequate support of all proposed structures, the design of footings and foundations shall be in
accordance with the regulations and recommendations as required by the state of California in the
California Building Code (CBC) and the requested geotechnical investigation.
ER-8 An erosion control plan shall be prepared and implemented for the proposed project that identifies
specific erosion control measures to control on-site and off-site erosion from the time of ground
disturbing activities are initiated through grading completions. This erosion control plan shall
include the following measures at a minimum.
a. Specify the timing of grading and construction to minimize soil exposure to rainy periods
experienced in Southern California.
b. An inspection and maintenance program shall be included to insure that any erosion which
does occur either on-site or off-site as a result of this project will be corrected through a
remediation or restoration program within a specified time frame.
IV. WATER
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a) The proposed project will result in the eventual construction of homes and driveways on
lands currently vacant. The amount of area available for percolation and drainage will be
affected by the proposed project. However, the installation oflandscaping on the
residential lots will allow for the percolation of water into the ground. The project also
proposes the development of a landscaping corridor along the west side of Palm A venue, as
well as a landscaped area for the monument entry signage. The residential landscaping, the
landscaped corridor and landscaping at the monument sign will be utilized for percolation
through a method as deemed appropriate by the Water Department. Thus the proposed
project will have a less than significant impact on ground water recharge.
b) The proposed project will not alter the course or flow of flood waters according to the
Public Works Staff, thus no impact is anticipated.
c) The proposed project will potentially create polluted ground water run-off due to the
proposed roads and driveways, as well as potential pesticides and other chemicals used by
the residents after construction. The project will be required to incorporate proper best
management practices as well as an on-site system will be required to adequately clean
water from roads and driveways, to meet NPDES standards. The mitigation of any
potential impacts through NPDES regulations and best management practices will result in
the project having a less than significant impact related to surface waters or run-off.
d) The proposed project will not create changes in the quantity of ground water, the quality of
groundwater will be mitigated through the mitigation required in item "cn above, and thus
no impact is anticipated.
e) The proposed project does not lie within an area identified in the Federal Emergency
Management Agency's Flood Insurance Rate Maps and thus no impact is anticipated due to
flood hazards.
To ensure that potential impacts associated with flooding and storm water quality and conveyance are less
than significant, the following mitigation measures will be implemented.
W-I Prior to the issuance ofa grading permit, a site-specific drainage study which meets the standards
of the City of San Bernardino Public Works division will be prepared by a Civil Engineer registered in the
State of California. All recommendations from this analysis, including facilities necessary to mitigate
drainage impacts, maximize percolation and groundwater recharge to the extent feasible shall be
incorporated in all grading and site improvement plans.
W-2 The applicant shall mitigate on-site storm water discharge sufficiently to maintain compliance with
the City's NPDES Storm Water Discharge Permit Requirements. A "Notice ofIntent (NOI)" shall be filed
with the State Water Quality Control Board for construction disturbing 1 acre or more of land.
W-3 Prior to the issuance of a grading permit, the applicant shall submit a Storm Water Pollution and
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Prevention Plan (SWPPPl specifically identifying Best Management Practices (BMP'S) that will be used
on site to reduce the pollutants into the storm drain system to the maximum extent practicable.
W-4 The plans for landscaping and fuel modification zones shall include provisions for controlling and
minimizing the use of fertilizers/pesticides/herbicides. Areas landscaped or replanted for fire fuel
modification shall be monitored and maintained for at least two years to ensure adequate coverage and
stable growth.
V. AIR QUALITY
a) The San Bernardino Valley portion of the SCAB is designated non-attainment for nitrogen
dioxide, sulfates, particulate matter, and ozone. The criteria pollutants identified in the
SCAB that would be associated with the proposed project include:
. Ozone(03)
. Carbon monoxide (CO)
. Nitrogen dioxide (N02)
. Particulate matter (PM,)
. Sulfur dioxide (SO,)
. Reactive Organic Compounds (ROC)
The project has a potential impact for contributing to the existing air quality of the basin
through vehicular trips from the residents coming to and from their homes, as well as
through construction related vehicular trips and the potential for dust during construction
and grading activities.
In order to mitigate these potential impacts, the City requires the preparation and approval
ofPMIO management plans, which shall be reviewed and approved by the Public Works
Division. In addition, the project proponent shall implement the following Air Quality
(AQ) mitigation measures shall be incorporated into the project to mitigate the potential
impacts on air quality during construction activities.
b) Some land uses and/or individuals are considered more sensitive to air pollution than others
due to the types of population groups and activities involved. Sensitive population groups
include children, the elderly, residential areas, and recreational land uses. The project site
is located in an area of predominately residential land uses. The short-term nature of the
construction, in light of the degree of development activity that has previously occurred in
the area, will not negatively impact the local residents because implementation of
SCAQMD Rules 402 and 403 will reduce the amount of fugitive dust generated. See the
AQ mitigation measures below for mitigation that will reduce the potential impact to a less
than significant level.
cod) The proposed project will not significantly alter air movement, moisture, or temperature, or
cause any change in climate. The project is too small in scale to alter area temperature,
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moisture, or air movement. As development of an infill parcel, the operational emissions
will be compatible and similar to like uses in the immediate area.
AQ-I The project shall comply with the requirements of the SCAQMD Rules 402 and 403, fugitive dust,
which requires the implementation of Reasonable Available Control Measures (RACM) for all
fugitive dust sources, and the Air Quality Management Plan (AMCP), which identifies Best
Available Control Measures (BACM) and Best Available Control Technologies (BACT) for area
sources and point sources, respectively.
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The project proponent shall ensure that construction equipment shall be properly
maintained and serviced to minimize exhaust emissions.
The project proponent shall ensure that existing power sources are utilized where feasible
via temporary power poles to avoid on-site power generation.
The project proponent shall ensure that construction personnel be informed of ride sharing
and transit opportunities.
The project proponent shall ensure that any portion of the site to be graded shall be pre-
watered to a depth of three feet prior to the onset of grading activities.
The project proponent shall ensure that watering of the site or other soil stabilization
method shall be employed on an on-going basis after the initiation of any grading activity
on the site. Portions of the site that are actively being graded shall be watered regularly to
ensure that a crust is formed on the ground surface, and shall be watered at the end of each
workday.
6. The project proponent shall ensure that all disturbed areas are treated to prevent erosion
until the site is constructed upon.
7. The project proponent shall ensure that landscaped areas are installed as soon as possible to
reduce the potential for wind erosion.
S. The project proponent shall ensure that SCAQMD Rule 403 is adhered to, insuring the
clean up of construction-related dirt on approach routes to the site.
9. The project proponent shall ensure that all grading activities are suspended during first and
second stage ozone episodes or when winds exceed 25 miles per hour.
10. All buildings on the project site shall conform to energy use guidelines in Title 24 of the
California Administrative Code.
AQ-3 To reduce emissions all equipment used in grading and construction must be tuned and maintained
to the manufactures specification to maximize burning of vehicle fuel.
AQ-4 The residences shall be constructed to CBCIUBC standards for insulation of walls, roofs,
windows, etc. to minimize emissions from home heating and cooling.
AQ-S The residences should be built with natural gas fireplaces to reduce the criteria pollutant emissions
of wood smoke.
VI. TRAFFIC/CIRCULATION
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a) The proposed project was examined by the Traffic Engineers in the Public Works Division
and determined that a Traffic Study will not be required due to the scale of the project. The
proposed project is of a scale that although traffic will increase incrementally, it is a less
than significant impact.
b) Although the project proposes to add two new local roads off ofIrvington Avenue the
roads will only be used to access the new residential lots and will not alter present patterns
of circulation. The impact will be less than significant.
c) The proposed project does not create a disjointed pattern ofroadway improvements and no
impact is anticipated.
d) The proposed project does not impact rail or air traffic and no impact is anticipated.
e) The proposed project when developed with single-family residential dwellings will be
required to supply the minimum on-site parking per dwelling consisting of a two-car
garage with a minimum interior dimension of 20' x 20' clear space. This will conform to
the requirements of Section 19.24 ofthe Development Code. No impact is anticipated.
f) Although there may be an incremental increase to the existing vehicles, pedestrians and
bicyclists in the area the project scale is sufficiently small enough, and corresponds with
the existing land uses to the extent that the potential impact is less than significant.
g) The proposed project will not conflict with existing policies regarding alternative
transportation and no impact is anticipated.
h) Emergency access would require one means of access to the project site, the proposed
project will incorporate two means of access into the development tract, both off of
Irvington A venue and no impact to emergency access is anticipated.
VII. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES
a) The project site does not lie within the Biological Resources Overlay as identified in
Section 10-Natural Resources, Figure 41 of the City's General Plan. No impact to any
biological resources is anticipated.
b) The proposed project site is a small (13.73 acre) site surrounded by existing residential
development. The site contains some wild grasses and weeds, with a few existing (but not
native) palm trees along Palm Avenue. The project does not lie within a biological
resource overlay district and has not been identified as being potential habitat for any
endangered species. No impact is anticipated.
c) The project site is surrounded on all sides by development, north, south and west are
developed residentially and the east side runs parallel to Palm Avenue, a major arterial
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providing the main access route to the 1-215 freeway. The existing development and the
abutting arterial roadway preclude this site from being accessible as wildlife disbursal or
migration corridor. No impact is anticipated.
e) The site does not contain, nor is it adjacent to any wetland habitat, no impact is anticipated.
f) The site does not contain any mature trees according to the Preliminary Project Description
fonn submitted. The only trees existing on the site are non-native palm trees planted along
Palm Avenue. These trees are not of mature growth, the tallest one appears to be no more
than 10'-12' tall. No impact is anticipated.
VIII. ENERGY AND MINERAL RESOURCES
a) The project will not result in any conflicts with adopted energy conservation measures as
required by the City of San Bernardino. Compliance with existing codes, ordinances,
recognized conservation measures, and ongoing "best available technologies" will occur
with City approval of the final project plans to reduce any net decrease in energy resources.
As proposed, the project will not create any significant demand on existing/planned energy
resources and facilities. No impact is anticipated.
b) Non-renewable resources to be used by the project include diesel fuel, and natural gas. All
uses shall be designed to be efficient; no wasteful use of non-renewable resources will
occur. No impact is anticipated.
c) No loss of valuable mineral resources will occur with the development of the project. The
project will demand aggregate resources in the construction of streets, lots and buildings.
Steel, concrete, and asphalt will be required as part of construction. These resources are
commercially available in the southern California region without any constraint and no
potential for adverse impacts to the natural resource base supporting these materials is
forecast to occur over the foreseeable future. This demand is not significant due to the
abundance of available local aggregate resources. No impact is anticipated.
IX. HAZARDS
a) Hazardous or toxic materials transported in association with construction of the project
may include items such as oils and fuels. All materials required during construction will be
kept in compliance with State and local regulations. With implementation of best
management practices and compliance with all applicable regulations the potential impact
from the expected hazardous materials is not significant.
b) The project site is not listed in the State of California Hazardous Waste and Substances
Sites List pursuant to Government Code Section 65962.5(E). The end use of the site is
single family residential. This use does not involve the use or storage of hazardous or toxic
substances. Thus no impact is anticipated.
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c) Numerous visits to the site for field surveys and observations have not revealed the
presence of discarded drums, containers, or hazardous waste, and there is no indication of
underground storage tanks. Some minor refuse has littered the site, however, given the
domestic nature of the refuse it is unlikely that hazardous materials are present. No impact
is anticipated.
Although the site is not on the State Hazardous Waste and Substances Sites List and is not proposing a
land use that involves the use, manufacturing, storage or transport of hazardous or potentially hazardous
materials and no impacts are anticipated, the following mitigation measures are to be implemented in
order to ensure that there will continue to be no impacts throughout the course of development.
H-I Any hazardous waste/materials encountered during the construction should be remediated in
accordance with local, state, and federal regulations. Prior to initiating any construction activities, an
environmental assessment shall be conducted to determine if a release of hazardous wastes/substances
exists at the site.
H-2 If it is determined that hazardous wastes are, or will be, generated by the proposed project, the wastes
must be managed in accordance with the California Hazardous Waste Control Law) California Health and
Safety code, Division 20, Chapter 6.5) and the Hazardous Waste Control Regulations (California Code of
Regulations, Title 22, Division 4.5). Furthermore, ifit is determined that hazardous wastes will be
generated, the developer shall obtain a United States Environmental Protection Agency Identification
Number by phoning (800) 618-6942.
H-3 If during construction of the project, soil and/or groundwater contamination is suspected, construction
in the area shall cease and appropriate Health and Safety procedures should be implemented. Ifit is
determined that contaminated soil and/or remediation will be conducted, and the government agency to
provide appropriate regulatory oversight.
X. NOISE
a) The project site is located near residential neighborhoods. There are no major noise sources
located near the site. The proposal is to subdivide the land for future development as a
residential tract. No impact is anticipated.
b) The project requests approval of a tentative tract map in order to divide the land for residential
development. No commercial or industrial uses are proposed. No impact is anticipated.
c) Short-term construction noise may affect adjacent residences during on-site construction from
equipment and vibration from excavation and grading. In order to ensure that noise impacts
associated with the construction are reduced to a less than significant level, the applicant shall
comply with the following mitigation measure.
N-I All construction activities shall be limited to the hours of7a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Saturday.
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Additionally the following requirements shall be imposed in order to further mitigated the impact of
construction noise.
. All construction vehicles shall have mufflers and be maintained in good operating order at all
times.
. All trucks waiting to be loaded or unloaded with construction material shall not be left to
idle for more than 10 minutes.
XI. PUBLIC SERVICES
a- g) All development projects have an impact on public services. The development of the site will
increase the demand on fire, police, medical aid, schools, parks and recreation, solid waste and
other governmental services. Standard requirements for fire protection facilities, building design,
and site access have been reviewed and approved by the City of San Bernardino Fire Department
and incorporated into the project design. The project as proposed meets the City's current
standards for fire protection. Any impacts of the proposed project on public services are expected
to be less than significant.
XII. UTILITIES
a) The proposed project will be connected to all utilities. Natural gas service will be provided
to the project site by the Southern California Gas Company. The project will not impact
the company's ability to provide adequate levels of service nor will it create the need to
increase capacity. Service will be provided from the nearest existing gas main within Palm
and Irvington Avenues, without any significant impact on service or the environment. The
project developer and individual homeowners, however, will be required to pay both hook-
up fees and on-going monthly usage fees for utility service, which will offset the use of
these services, and lower the impacts to a less than significant level.
b) Electricity will be provided to the project site by Southern California Edison (SCE).
Project operations will not impact SCE's ability to provide adequate levels of service nor
will it create the need to increase capacity. The future tenants will pay service fees for
electricity used. The impact to existing services will be less than significant.
c) The proposed project would require telephone service. The project site is within the
service area ofVerizon (formerly General Telephone). The service can be extended to the
site without any significant impact to existing service in the area.
d) Existing water mains are present in Palm and Irvington Avenues. Water supply is provided
by the City of San Bernardino Municipal Water Department. The department can provide
water service to the development subject to the hydraulic limitations within the pressures
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zones adjacent to the development and receipt of payment of all costs and fees for water
service as established by the SBMWD rules and regulations in effect at the time of the
application. No impact to water distribution will result from the implementation of the
proposed project.
e) The existing sewer main in Palm or Irvington Avenues will be extended to the project site.
The site is within the City of San Bernardino sewage service area, which has adequate
capacity to service the proposed project. Appropriate Sewer Connection Fees will be
required by the Department of Public Works through standard conditions of approval. Any
impacts to the sewer system will be less than significant.
f) Development of the proposed project will increase surface water run-off due to the addition
of impervious surfaces. Drainage infrastructure will be connected to the existing storm
water system. The Division of Public Works, through standard conditions of approval, will
require appropriate Drainage Impact Fees. Additionally as noted in the water section of
this report the project will be subject to appropriate mitigation of pollutants through the
NPDES. Any impacts to the storm water drainage system will be less than significant.
g) The project site is located in a developed residential area that has adequate utility service to
provide for additional demands. The project will convert a 13.73 acre vacant parcel into
residential uses that will place incremental increase in demand on all utilities. Utility
systems are in place to serve the surrounding areas and are planned to provide service to
the project site. No impact is anticipated.
XIII. AESTHETICS
a) The proposed project site is in a single-family residential area. The approval of the
proposed tentative tract map would result in the development of the project site with 41
single-family residential structures. The existing site is relatively flat with a north-south
slope of approximately 5%. The future development will be consistent with the single-
family residential development existing in the area at this time. The future development
will not obstruct any important scenic views for the surrounding neighborhood. Any
impact is anticipated to be less than significant.
b) The visual impact of the proposed project will not create an offensive change to setting of
the area. Comparable development is existing in the immediate surrounding area. The
proposed residential development is consistent with existing development. No impact is
anticipated.
c) The site is located within an area with surrounding land use designation of single-family
residential (RE and RL). Incremental increases oflight and glare will be created by the
proposed project through the installation of streetlights on the internal project streets. This
is one of the last undeveloped parcels in the area, and the proposed development is
compatible with the surrounding area. Standard conditions of approval for the project will
ensure compliance with the City's Development Code standards for light and glare as
contained in section 19.20 of the Development Code. Any impact is anticipated to be less
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than significant.
XIV. CULTURAL RESOURCES
albic) The site is not within a sensitive archaeological area as identified in Section 3.0 B
Historical, Figure 8, of the City's General Plan. Therefore, no further investigations are
recommended and the resulting impact is less than significant. However, if any artifacts
are uncovered during construction all work will cease immediately and the contractor (or
site superintendent) shall contact the San Bernardino Museum to have a qualified
archeologist inspect the artifacts and determine the appropriate course of action.
XV. RECREATION
aIb) Development of the project site will result in an incremental need for additional recreation
facilities. Project development will have an incremental effect on the demand for
neighborhood or regional parks or other recreational facilities, and it will affect existing
recreational opportunities. The project proposed on the opposite side of Palm Avenue is
actually proposing to create a five acre park just east of the project site, and other nearby
projects are also adding parks, thus the amount of park and recreation areas is increasing as
projects in the area increase. The proposed project is at a small enough scale where the
impacts will not be significant to any of the neighborhood or regional parks or recreational
activities in the area.
XVI. MANDATORY FINDING OF SIGNIFICANCE
a) The Initial Study identified short-term impacts to air quality and noise with development of
the proposed project. There were no expected impacts to the biological setting including
habitat and access corridors. The Initial Study also identifies potential impacts to earth
resources and water quality, however these potential impacts can be mitigated by
implementation of best management practices and are regulated by the City of San
Bernardino and the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System. The short term
impacts to air quality and noise will occur due to proposed construction activities. All
potential impacts can be mitigated by measures included in the Initial Study. These
mitigation measures will reduce project-related impacts to a less than significant level.
b) The development of the project will contribute incrementally to the impacts associated with
development in the area, including traffic, ambient noise, lighting, etc. The project is
compatible with development in the surrounding area and is consistent with the General
Plan and no impact is anticipated.
c) The project has minor impacts to air quality in the area which are cumulative to the existing
conditions in the non-attainment basin as discussed in the Air Quality section of this Initial
Study. The impacts created by this project are minor and the appropriate mitigation
measures are being implemented in order to lessen the potential impacts to a less than
significant level.
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d) The development of the site as proposed would not cause adverse impacts on humans,
either directly or indirectly. The Initial Study identified construction-related emissions
criteria as having a potential impact, however, proposed mitigation measures will reduce
the impacts to less than significant. Additionally, impacts related to air quality are short
term and will cease once construction activities are completed.
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ATTACHMENT F
GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 02-11 &
TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 16457
MITIGATION MONITORINGIREPORTING PROGRAM
This Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program has been prepared to implement the
mitigation measures outlined in the Program Environmental Impact Report for the
subdivision ofland proposed at the northeast comer of Palm and Irvington Avenues. This
program has been prepared in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) and the State and City of San Bernardino CEQA Guidelines.
CEQA Section 21081.6 requires adoption of a monitoring and/or reporting program for
those measures or conditions imposed on a project to mitigate or avoid adverse effects on
the environment. The law states that the monitoring or reporting program shall be
designed to ensure compliance during project implementation.
The Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program contains the following elements:
1. The mitigation measures are recorded with the action and procedure
necessary to ensure compliance. The program lists the mitigation measures
contained within the Initial Study.
2. A procedure for compliance and verification has been outlined for each
mandatory mitigation action. This procedure designates who will take
action, what action will be taken and when, and to whom and when
compliance will be reported.
3. The program contains a separate Mitigation Monitoring and Compliance
Record for each action. On each of these record sheets, the pertinent
actions and dates will be logged, and copies of permits, correspondence or
other data relevant will be retained by the City of San Bernardino.
4. The program is designed to be flexible. As monitoring progresses, changes
to compliance procedures may be necessary based upon recommendations
by those responsible for the program. If changes are made, new
monitoring compliance procedures and records will be developed and
incorporated into the program.
The individual measures and accompanying monitoring/reporting actions follow. They
are numbered in the same sequence as presented in the Program EIR.
MITIGATION MEASURES
III. EARTH RESOURCES
ER-l All graded areas shall be protected from wind and water erosion through
acceptable slope stabilization planting, walls, or netting. Interim erosion control
plans shall be required, certified by the project engineer, and reviewed and
approved by the Development Services Department.
ER-2 Slopes created by grading of the site shall not exceed 50 percent or 2 horizontal to
1 vertical, without a soils report and stabilization study indicating a greater
permissible slope, or shall not exceed 30 feet in height between terraces or
benches, without approval of the Development Services Department; except that
the Planning Commission may permit slopes exceeding these dimensions where
slopes will result in a natural appearance and will not create geological or erosion
hazards.
ER-3 The project proponent will be required to submit site-specific geotechnical reports
to the City Engineer prior to the issuance of grading permits. These reports will be
required to detail the appropriate soil excavation techniques required to ensure
that the proposed buildings are located on properly compacted pads. During site
grubbing and grading activities, the site will be subject to wind and water erosion.
The City, however, requires the preparation and implementation ofPMIO plans
prior to the issuance of grading permits. The PMl 0 plan for the proposed project
will mitigate the potential impacts associated with wind erosion. The project will
also, as a component of its grading permit, prepare an erosion control plan to
address water erosion issues.
ER-4 The project proponent shall, prior to the issuance of grading permit, receive
approval of an erosion control plan and PM 1 0 plan from the Public Works
Division of the Development Services Department.
ER-S The project proponent shall, prior to the issuance of a grading permit, prepare and
submit for review and approval by the Development Services Department a
detailed grading plan for the project site. The plan shall be prepared in
conformance to the applicable standards and requirements of the City of San
Bernardino Grading Ordinance and the Uniform Building Code.
ER-6 The applicant shall, prior to the issuance of a grading permit, prepare and submit
for review by the Development Services Department, a geotechnical investigation
to include field borings and/or trenches as requested by the Public Works Division
of the Development Services Department. The recommendations of the
geotechnical investigation shall be incorporated into the project grading plans and
earthwork specifications.
ER-7 For adequate support of all proposed structures, the design offootings and
foundations shall be in accordance with the regulations and recommendations as
required by the state of California in the California Building Code (CBC) and the
requested geotechnical investigation.
ER-S An erosion control plan shall be prepared and implemented for the proposed
project that identifies specific erosion control measures to control on-site and off-
site erosion from the time of ground disturbing activities are initiated through
grading completions. This erosion control plan shall include the following
measures at a minimum.
a. Specify the timing of grading and construction to minimize soil exposure
to rainy periods experienced in Southern California.
b. An inspection and maintenance program shall be included to insure that
any erosion which does occur either on-site or off-site as a result of this
project will be corrected through a remediation or restoration program
within a specified time frame.
IMPLEMENTATION AND VERIFICATION
Public Works and Planning staff shall review this development project.
COMPLIANCE RECORD
When Required: The verification shall be completed prior to project approval.
WRITTEN VERIFICATION PREPARED BY:
DATE PREPARED:
IV. WATER
W-I Prior to the issuance of a grading permit, a site-specific drainage study which
meets the standards of the City of San Bernardino Public Works division will be prepared
by a Civil Engineer registered in the State of California. All recommendations from this
analysis, including facilities necessary to mitigate drainage impacts, maximize
percolation and groundwater recharge to the extent feasible shall be incorporated in all
grading and site improvement plans.
W-2 The applicant shall mitigate on-site storm water discharge sufficiently to maintain
compliance with the City's NPDES Storm Water Discharge Permit Requirements. A
"Notice ofIntent (N0l)" shall be filed with the State Water Quality Control Board for
construction disturbing 1 acre or more of land.
W-3 Prior to the issuance of a grading permit, the applicant shall submit a Storm Water
Pollution and Prevention Plan (SWPPP) specifically identifYing Best Management
Practices (BMP'S) that will be used on site to reduce the pollutants into the storm drain
system to the maximum extent practicable.
W-4 The plans for landscaping and fuel modification zones shall include provisions for
controlling and minimizing the use of fertilizerslpesticides/herbicides. Areas landscaped
or replanted for fire fuel modification shall be monitored and maintained for at least two
years to ensure adequate coverage and stable growth.
IMPLEMENTATION AND VERIFICATION
Public Works and Planning staff shall review this development project.
COMPLIANCE RECORD
When Required: The verification shall be completed prior to project approval.
WRITTEN VERIFICATION PREPARED BY:
DATE PREPARED:
V. AIR QUALITY
AQ-l The project shall comply with the requirements of the SCAQMD Rules 402 and
403, fugitive dust, which requires the implementation of Reasonable Available
Control Measures (RACM) for all fugitive dust sources, and the Air Quality
Management Plan (AMCP), which identifies Best Available Control Measures
(BACM) and Best Available Control Technologies (BACT) for area sources and
point sources, respectively.
AQ-2
I. The project proponent shall ensure that construction equipment shall be
properly maintained and serviced to minimize exhaust emissions.
2. The project proponent shall ensure that existing power sources are utilized
where feasible via temporary power poles to avoid on-site power
generation.
3. The project proponent shall ensure that construction personnel be
informed of ride sharing and transit opportunities.
4. The project proponent shall ensure that any portion of the site to be graded
shall be pre-watered to a depth of three feet prior to the onset of grading
activities.
5. The project proponent shall ensure that watering of the site or other soil
stabilization method shall be employed on an on-going basis after the
initiation of any grading activity on the site. Portions of the site that are
actively being graded shall be watered regularly to ensure that a crust is
formed on the ground surface, and shall be watered at the end of each
workday.
6. The project proponent shall ensure that all disturbed areas are treated to
prevent erosion until the site is constructed upon.
7. The project proponent shall ensure that landscaped areas are installed as
soon as possible to reduce the potential for wind erosion.
8. The project proponent shall ensure that SCAQMD Rule 403 is adhered to,
insuring the clean up of construction-related dirt on approach routes to the
site.
9. The project proponent shall ensure that all grading activities are suspended
during first and second stage ozone episodes or when winds exceed 25
miles per hour.
10. All buildings on the project site shall conform to energy use guidelines in
Title 24 of the California Administrative Code.
AQ-3 To reduce emissions all equipment used in grading and construction must be
tuned and maintained to the manufacturer's specification to maximize burning of
vehicle fuel.
AQ-4 The residences shall be constructed to CBCIUBC standards for insulation of
walls, roofs, windows, etc. to minimize emissions from home heating and cooling.
AQ-S The residences should be built with natural gas fireplaces to reduce the criteria
pollutant emissions of wood smoke.
IMPLEMENTATION AND VERIFICATION
Public Works and Planning staff shall review this development project.
COMPLIANCE RECORD
When Required: The verification shall be completed prior to project approval.
WRITTEN VERIFICATION PREPARED BY:
DATE PREPARED:
IX. HAZARDS
H-l Any hazardous waste/materials encountered during the construction should be
remediated in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations. Prior to initiating any
construction activities, an environmental assessment shall be conducted to determine if a
release of hazardous wastes/substances exists at the site.
H-2 If it is determined that hazardous wastes are, or will be, generated by the proposed
project, the wastes must be managed in accordance with the California Hazardous Waste
Control Law) California Health and Safety code, Division 20, Chapter 6.5) and the
Hazardous Waste Control Regulations (California Code of Regulations, Title 22,
Division 4.5). Furthermore, if it is determined that hazardous wastes will be generated,
the developer shall obtain a United States Environmental Protection Agency
Identification Number by phoning (800) 618-6942.
H-3 If during construction of the project, soil and/or groundwater contamination is
suspected, construction in the area shall cease and appropriate Health and Safety
procedures should be implemented. Ifit is determined that contaminated soil and/or
remediation will be conducted, and the government agency to provide appropriate
regulatory oversight.
IMPLEMENTATION AND VERIFICATION
Public Works and Planning staff shall review this development project.
COMPLIANCE RECORD
When Required: The verification shall be completed prior to project approval.
WRITTEN VERIFICATION PREPARED BY:
DATE PREPARED:
x. NOISE
N-l All construction activities shall be limited to the hours of 7a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday
through Saturday. Additionally the following requirements shall be imposed in order to
further mitigate the impact of construction noise.
. All construction vehicles shall have mufflers and be maintained in good
operating order at all times.
. All trucks waiting to be loaded or unloaded with construction material
shall not be left to idle for more than 10 minutes.
IMPLEMENTATION AND VERIFICATION
Public Works and Planning staff shall review this development project.
COMPLIANCE RECORD
When Required: The verification shall be completed prior to project approval.
WRITTEN VERIFICATION PREPARED BY:
DATE PREPARED:
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RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO ADOPTING GENERAL
PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 02-11 TO THE GENERAL PLAN OF THE CITY OF SAN
BERNARDINO, TO AMEND THE GENERAL PLAN LAND USE DESIGNATIONS
FROM RE, RESIDENTIAL ESTATE, TO RL, RESIDENTIAL LOW, FOR 4.33 ACRES
LOCATED AT NORTHWEST CORNER OF PALM AND IRVINGTON AVENUES
AND FOR THE EASTERLY 5.65 ACRES OF A 10.35 ACRE PARCEL LOCATED AT
THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF PALM AND IRVINGTON AVENUES.
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SAN BERNARDINO AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. Recitals
(a) WHEREAS, the General Plan for the City of San Bernardino was adopted by the
Mayor and Common Council by Resolution No. 89-159 on June 2, 1989.
(b) WHEREAS, General Plan Amendment No. 02-11 (a proposal to change the General
Plan Land Use Designation from RE, Residential Estate, to RL, Residential Low, for 4.33
acres located at the northwest corner of Palm and Irvington A venues and the easterly 5.65
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Planning Commission's three to three tie vote on a motion to recommend denial of the General
Plan Amendment has been considered by the Mayor and Common Council.
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22 California Enviromnental Quality Act (CEQA) through an Initial Study which found no
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with the California Enviromnental Quality Act (CEQA) and local regulations.
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(e) WHEREAS, the Mayor and Common Council held a noticed public hearing and
fully reviewed and considered proposed General Plan Amendment No. 02-11 and the Planning
Commission and Environmental Review Committee actions and Planning Division Staff Report
on August 4,2003.
(1) WHEREAS, the adoption of General Plan Amendment No. 02-11 is deemed in the
interest of the orderly development of the City and is consistent with the goals, objectives and
policies of the existing General Plan.
SECTION 2. MitiQ'ated Negative Declaration
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, FOUND AND DETERMINED by the
Mayor and Common Council that the proposed amendment to the General Plan of the City of
San Bernardino will have no significant adverse effect on the environment with incorporation
of the proposed mitigation measures, and the Mitigated Negative Declaration heretofore
accepted by the Environmental Review Committee as to the effect of this proposed amendment
is hereby ratified, affirmed and adopted.
SECTION 3. FindinQ's
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the Mayor and Common Council of the City of San
Bernardino that:
A. The proposed amendment is internally consistent with the General Plan in that it meets
General Plan Objective 1. 8, in that it would allow for the subdivision of land for single-
family residential lots, which are in an existing single-family residential area. The
proposed subdivision will be consistent with existing development in the area, and
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General Plan Goal 1 G(j), in that the proposal includes approximately 4.7 acres to be
dedicated as a park to serve the recreational needs of the local residents, furthering the
goal to add recreational service areas.
The proposed amendment would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety,
convenience, or welfare of the City in that the area is already designated for residential
uses. Furthermore, all future residential development will be required to comply with
all applicable provisions of the Development Code and the mitigation measures within
the Mitigation Monitoring/Reporting Program.
The proposed amendment would not impact the balance of land uses within the City in
that the proposed property is already planned for single-family residential use and is
adjacent to other single-family residential uses in the RL, Residential Low and RE,
Residential Estate land use districts and is consistent with General Plan Objective 1. 8
and Goal IG(j). The General Plan Amendment does not adversely impact the balance
of land uses within the City.
In the case of an amendment to the General Plan Land Use Map, the subject parcel(s) is
physically suitable (including, but not limited to access, provision of utilities,
compatibility with adjoining land uses, and absence of physical constraints) for the
requested land use designation(s) and the anticipated land use development(s) in that all
required utilities and public services can adequately serve the site.
SECTION 4. Amendment
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the Mayor and Cornmon Council that:
The Land Use Plan of the General Plan of the City of San Bernardino is amended by
changing the land use designation from RE, Residential Estate, to RL, Residential Low,
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for 4.33 acres located at the northwest corner of Palm and Irvington Avenues and the
easterly 5.65 acres of a parcel located at the northeast corner of Palm and Irvington
Avenues. This amendment is designated as General Plan Amendment No. 02-11 and
its location is outlined on the map entitled Attachment A, and further described III
Attachment B, copies of which are attached and incorporated herein for reference.
General Plan Amendment No. 02-11 shall become effective immediately upon adoption
of this resolution.
SECTION 5. Map Notation
This resolution and the amendment affected by it shall be noted on such appropriate
General Plan maps previously adopted and approved by the Mayor and Common
Council and which are on file in the office of the City Clerk.
SECTION 6. Notice of Determination
The Planning Division is hereby directed to file a Notice of Determination with the
County Clerk of the County of San Bernardino certifying the City's compliance with
California Environmental Quality Act in preparing the Initial StudylMitigated Negative
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PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 02-11 TO THE GENERAL PLAN OF THE CITY OF SAN
2 BERNARDINO, TO AMEND THE GENERAL PLAN LAND USE DESIGNATIONS
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LOCATED AT NORTHWEST CORNER OF PALM AND IRVINGTON AVENUES
4 AND FOR THE EASTERLY 5.65 ACRES OF A 10.35 ACRE PARCEL LOCATED AT
THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF PALM AND IRVINGTON AVENUES.
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AMENDMENT 02-11
TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 15940
TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 16457
MAP CO
413 MACKAY DRIVE
P.O. BOX 5822
SAN BERNARDINO. CA 92412
(909) 384-7464
GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 02-11
TRACT NO. 16457
EXHIBIT B-1
PROPOSED LAND USE
Legal Description for RE zoning:
The northwesterly 337.8 feet of the following described property:
Lots 3 and 4, block 85, Irvington Land and Water Company Subdivision, as per plat recorded in
Book 3 of Maps, Page 9, records of said county.
Note: by Order of the Board of Supervisors, dated February 21, 1910, and filed in Road Book C-
250, in the county surveyor's office, the northerly 10 feet ofIrvington Avenue, the easterly 10 feet
of Palm Avenue and the westerly 10 feet of Olive Avenue were vacated. said avenues running
along the southerly, easterly and westerly boundaries, respectively of the property herein described.
Legal Descriotion for RL zoning:
Lots 3 and 4, block 85, Irvington Land and Water Company Subdivision, as per plat recorded in
Book 3 of Maps, Page 9, records of said county.
Note: by Order of the Board of Supervisors, dated February 21,1910, and filed in Road Book C-
250, in the county surveyor's office, the northerly 10 feet ofIrvington Avenue, the easterly 10 feet
of Palm Avenue and the westerly 10 feet of Olive Avenue were vacated. said avenues running
along the southerly, easterly and westerly boundaries, respectively of the property herein described.
Excepting there from the following described property:
The northwesterly 337.8 feet of the following described property:
Lots 3 and 4, block 85, Irvington Land and Water Company Subdivision, as per plat recorded in
Book 3 of Maps, Page 9, records of said county.
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PROPOSED LAND USE
Legal Description for RL zoning:
Lots 2 and 3, Block 87, according to plat of Town ofIrvington and the Land ofIrvington and Water
Company, in the County of San Bernardino, State of California,
As per plat recorded in Book I of Maps, Page 3, Records of Survey; being are-survey of the map
recorded in Book 3, Page 9 of Maps, in the office of the county recorder of said county.
Except that portion described as follows:
Commencing at the southwesterly comer of Belmont Avenue and Palm Avenue;
thence southerly along the westerly line of said Palm Avenue 520.00 feet;
thence westerly 315.00 feet parallel with the southerly line of said Belmont Avenue;
thence northerly 130.00 feet parallel to the west line of said Palm Avenue;
thence westerly parallel with the southerly line of said Belmont Avenue to a point on the west line
of said lot 2;
thence northerly along the west line of said lot, 390.00 feet to the northwest comer of said lot;
thence easterly to the point of beginning.
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This note IS written in confirmation of my prior request, via the Development Services
Department, that subject item indicated as Item 32 on the 814103 Council agenda woutd be
continued forward without hearing until August 18th.
Thank you, CDI, Developer, J. Silver, VP Development
Requested continuance of item 32. scheduled for Monday, August 4, 2003 (GPA 02-11, T.. Page 1 of 1
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Sent: Friday, August 01, 2003 2:49 PM
To: 'Jon Silver'; Funk_Ja; Clark_Ra
Cc: Steckler_Be; Wilson_Fr; Pennman@cLsan-bernardino.ca.us; Dave Mlynarski
Subject: RE: Requested continuance of item 32. scheduled for Monday, August 4, 2003 (GPA 02-11, TIM
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I have forwarded your request to the City Clerk. I believe a continuance is at the discretion of the
Mayor and Common Council.
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From: Jon Silver [mailto:JSilver@CDIHOMES,COM]
Sent: Friday, August 01, 2003 2:28 PM
To: Funk_Ja
Cc: Ross_Va; Steckler_Be; WilsonJr; Pennman@cLsan-bernardino.ca,us; Dave Mlynarski
Subject: Requested continuance of item 32, scheduled for Monday, August 4, 2003 (GPA 02-11, TIM 16457
and TIM 15940
Dear James, Due to my recent receipt (July 31,2003) of information appurtenant to subject item and the
requirement for my further discussion/clarification of this information with City staff (which cannot occur prior to
August 4th) I am hereby requesting a two week continuance to allow adequate time for thorough
discussion/conciusion/preparation prior to open forum. I thank you for your assistance in this matter of request
for subject application to be rescheduled for Council hearing on August 18, 2003.
08/04/2003
OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK
RACHEL G. CLARK, C.lVl.C. ~ CITY CU:RK
300 North "D" Street. San Bernardino. CA 92418-0001
909.384.5002' Fax: 909.384.515R
www.ci.san.bernardino.ca.us
August 5,2003
Mr. Jon Silver
cm Development
22365 Barton Road, Suite 110
Grand Terrace, CA 92313
Dear Mr. Silver:
At the meeting of the Mayor and Common Council held on August 4, 2003, the following action
was taken relative to General Plan Amendment No. 02-11, Tentative Tract Map Nos. 16457 and
15940, to change the land use designation from RE, Residential Estate, to RL, Residential Low,
for two sites:
That the matter be continued to the Council/Commission meeting of August 18, 2003, at
7p.m.
If we can be of further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact this office.
Sincerely,
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OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK
RACHEL G. CLARK, C.M.C. - CITY CLERK
300 North "D" StreeI . San Bernardino' CA 92418.0001
909.384.5002' Fax: 909.384.5\58
www.ci.san-bernardino.ca.us
August 25, 2003
Mr. Jon Silver
cm Development
22365 Barton Road, Suite 110
Grand Terrace, CA 92313
Dear Mr. Silver:
At the meeting of the Mayor and Common Council held on August 18, 2003, the following
action was taken relative to General Plan Amendment No. 02-11, Tentative Tract Map Nos.
16457 and 15940, to change the land use designation from RE, Residential Estate, to RL,
Residential Low, for two sites:
That the matter be tabled.
If we can be of further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact this office.
Sincerely,
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City Clerk
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Pursuant to my discussion with Planning Staff on 8/15/03 It IS my understanding that due to
their review/determination of incomplete and/or incorrect public noticing information as supplied
by the title company.. subject Item on today's Council agenda will therefore be tabeled and
rescheduled for the next hearing date possible after receipt and distribution af a new public
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General Plan Amendment and Tentative Tract Map No. 16457
Prepared by MAPCO, 12-15-02; Amended June I, 2003
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The proposed subdivision will result in the development of 22.89 acres into 47 lots and
one (I) lettered lot. All lots on the easterly 1, of the subject property (32 lots) are being
designed consistent with the underlying Residential Low (RL) Land Use District. The
westerly 9.92 acres of the subject property is currently designated RE (Residential
Estate). This area is being proposed to develop as approximately 4.7 acres of public park
and 15 single family lots averaging 11,500 sq. ft. consistent with the adjacent RL Land
Use District. The project setting is a vacant property with a gentle slope of
approximately 5% from north to south across the site. There are no significant features or
landscape on the property. The subject property has been annually maintained for weed
and fire abatement with bi-annual disking of the entire site. As such, there is no evidence
of sensitive biological or species present due to the lack of any formidable habitat. The
subject property is classified as 'suburban infill' as a result of the surrounding housing
developments and public infrastructure surrounding the entire site.
The minimum lot size proposed for this subdivision is 10,440 sq. ft. The largest lot size
proposed for this subdivision, that will contain a single-family home, is 19,215 sq. ft.
The average lot size proposed for this subdivision is 11,707.68 sq. ft. This average does
not include the proposed park site area. The overall project density is 1.97 dwelling units
per acre over the residential portion of the project. To include the park site acreage for an
overall density would result in 0.5 dwelling units per acre.
The proposed subdivision has been designed to create an mtunate neighborhood by
incorporating a landscape greenbelt adjacent to Irvington A venue and Olive Avenue.
Contrary to the 'older' developments located adjacent to these two streets, the proposed
design eliminates direct access onto the street, thereby eliminating numerous driveway
cuts and unsafe pedestrian movements.
At the westerly area of the subdivision is a 4.7 acre future park site. The park site will
incorporate passive landscape improvements with vehicular access being provided from
the proposed Street "A" located at the interior of the subdivision immediately east of the
park site. The nature of the subdivision design is to provide open space for residents of
the Verdemont Area immediately adjacent to the park site and to nearby homeowners
within walking and/or biking distances. Parking will be permitted on the westerly side of
Street "A" to allow for adequate on-street parking for the residents located in that
neighborhood. Restricted parking will occur on Palm Avenue and Irvington Avenue.
This regulation will assist in reducing traffic and pedestrians coming from out of the
immediate neighborhoods to utilize the open space area. This control is very important in
creating a true 'neighborhood park" environment. Also taken into consideration is the
close proximity of the soccer complex on Little League Drive and Kendall Drive.
164 W. Hospitality Lane. Suite 1-A P.O. Box 5822 San Bernardino. CA 92412
Telephone: (909) 890-9333 Fax: (909) 890-9355
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If parking is not regulated, it is highly probable that users of the soccer complex will take
advantage of an area such as this so close by for times in between matches.
The actual improvements to the park site may consist of items such as neighborhood
entry monuments, landscaping, lighting, and limited structures. The entry monument and
lighting will complement another proposed neighborhood entry monument proposed with
the development of Tentative Tract Map No. 15940. This proposed subdivision is being
submitted for concurrent processing with this application and is located at the opposing
comer of the intersection of Palm Avenue and Irvington Avenue.
The proposed subdivision and the ultimate construction of improvements and homes will
have impacts that are to be considered less than significant. Those impacts involve the
following areas:
Hazardous Materials
Water Resources
Air Quality
T ranspo rtationlCirculatio n
Noise
Public Services
Utilities
Recreation
I. Hazardous Materials: Certain materials, chemicals and processes may be
utilized in the development of the roadways, public improvements and
construction of homes. Any material that may be classified as hazardous will
be utilized and stored in a manner required by the manufacture and industry
standard. Possible materials that may be classified as hazardous are paints,
thinners, and other chemicals utilized in the preparation and construction of
certain improvements associated with the development of residential projects.
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2. Water Resources: The proposed project will result in the creation of
impermeable surfaces, including building pads and public streets. Landscape
areas will allow for the percolation of water into the ground. The proposed
project will also have to regulate storm flows into the existing storm drain
system which occurs throughout the area primarily at Palm Avenue and
southerly down Olive Avenue into Cable Creek Drainage Channel.
Implementation of the NPDES standards will be imposed as a condition to this
project. Groundwater resources will be affected to some degree with the
development of the proposed project. Implementing standards of the current
adopted UBC will require water efficient fixtures and landscaping
improvements.
3. Air Quality: Development of the proposed project will have a direct impact
on air quality. Development of the proposed housing project will generate at
least 470 trips per day. The primary source of pollutants from the proposed
project will be vehicular emissions. Construction activities will also result in
short term air quality impacts associated with the operation of construction
equipment. The primary source of emissions will be associated with grading
operations. The proposed project has the potential to generate dust during
grading operations, and in periods of high winds. Implementation of proper
erosion control methods and construction applications will help reduce the
impacts associated with these types of activities.
4. Transportation/Circulation: Development of the proposed housing
development will have a direct impact on circulation. The proposed
residential development will generate at least 470 trips per day. The City
collects traffic impact fees to assist with the mitigation of certain conditions
created by new construction. At this time the proper traffic control
improvements are in place, i.e. stop signs, roadway improvements and
lighting, to accommodate the proposed development.
5. Noise: Noise levels generated at the site during construction may have a
direct impact into the surrounding neighborhood. These noise levels will be
primarily associated with the use of heavy equipment during grading
operations and construction of other public improvements, as well as, the
construction of homes. Heavy equipment will be required to incorporate
proper muffler systems and all construction operations will be regulated
during permitted times as required by the City's Municipal Code.
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6. Public Services: All development projects will have an impact on public
services. The development of this site will increase the demand on fire, solid
waste and other governmental services. The property, however, is currently
not generating significant amounts of property tax. When developed, the
project site will generate property tax, and indirectly create higher retail sales
within the City, to offset the costs associated with providing services.
7. Utilities: The development of the housing project will impact electric, water
treatment and storm drain facilities. The project developer and future
homeowners will be required to pay both hook-up fees and on-going monthly
usage fees for utility service, which will offset the use of these service, and
lower the impacts to a less than significant level.
8. Recreation: The development of the housing project will result in an
increased population, which requires access to parks and recreational
facilities. The dedication of land for the creation of a 4.7-acre park
immediately adjacent to the 47 residential lots will provide useable park and
recreational areas in order to mitigate any impacts to less than significant.
In conclusion of the environmental issues, the proposed general plan amendment,
subdivision and subsequent residential development will not have an impact based upon
the standards and conditions regulated and imposed for this type of development. A
comprehensive Mitigation Monitoring Program will be put in place to identifY those areas
where controls and measures are necessary and to assist with the monitoring of strict
compliance.
Upon the City's approval and findings offact for the proposed general plan amendment,
the proposed subdivision map:
is consistent with the City's General Plan; and
the design of the subdivision is consistent with the standards for single family
subdivisions contained in the General Plan; and
the site is physically suitable for the proposed subdivision; and
the subdivision falls below the threshold density identified in the General Plan; and
the subdivision will not cause substantial environmental damage to fish, wildlife or
their habitat; and
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the subdivision wiD not cause serious public health problems, nor;
will the subdivision conflict with any easements for the access or use of the property.
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TT 15940
(SUB 02-13)
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JUL 2 4 Z003
CITY OF SAN BERNARD!NO
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
... .DEPARTMENT
ENVIRONMENTAL and PROJECT DESCRIPTION ADDENDUM
General Plan Amendment and Tentative Tract Map No. 15940
Prepared by MAPCO, 12- 15-02
The proposed subdivision will result in the development of 13.73 acres into 41 lots. All
lots are being designed consistent with the Residential Low (RL) Land Use District. The
project setting is a vacant property with a gentle slope of approximately 5% from north to
south across the site. There are no significant features or landscape on the property. The
subject property has been annually maintained lor weed and fire abatement with bi-
annual disking of the entire site. As such, there is no evidence of sensitive biological or
species present due to the lack of any formidable habitat. The subject property is
classified as 'suburban infill' as a result of the surrounding housing developments and
public infrastructure surrounding the entire site.
The minimum lot size proposed for this subdivision is 10,800 sq. ft. The largest lot size
proposed tor this subdivision, that will contain a single-family home, is 14,425 sq. ft.
The average lot size proposed for this subdivision is 11,907 sq. ft. The overall project
density is 2.99 dwelling units per acre.
The proposed subdivision has been designed to create an mtImate neighborhood by
incorporating a landscape greenbelt adjacent to Irvington Avenue and Palm Avenue. The
area adjacent to the subject property consists of2/3 acre to I-acre estate lots having direct
access onto Palm Avenue and Irvington Avenue, and 10,800 sq. ft. lots (directly adjacent
to the west and proposed to the east) designed similar to the proposed project. The
proposed project does not provide lor direct access onto either of the two main arterials.
There have been concerns raised that additional driveway cuts on these streets will add to
thc already 'perceived' unsafe conditions and increasing pedestrian traffIc throughout this
neighborhood.
The land use change from RE to RL will affect approximately 3 acres of the total 13.73
acres. The 3 acres is a strip of land located inmlediately adjacent to Palm Avenue along
the entire easterly north-south boundary of the subject property. The average lot size
within the 'modification area' is 13,600 sq. ft. Also incorporated into the modification
area is a 50-toot wide public right-of:way, a 12-foot wide landscape parkway with
decorative wall and a proposed neighborhood entry treatment incorporated into a 30- foot
wide landscape corner-cutolf at the major street(s) intersection. The proposed land use
change will result in an overall increase of 7 lots (within the modification area). The lots
that are included in this modification area are lot #'s 32 thru 41 inclusive, as depicted on
the proposed tentative tract map. The lot size for each of these 10 lots is also indicated
on the proposed tentative tract map, as well as, lot sizes lor eaeh of the remaining 31 lots.
164 W. Hospitality Lane, Suite 1-A P.O. Box 5822 San Bernardino, CA 92412
Telephone (909) 890-9333 Fax (909) 890-9355
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This proposed subdivision is being submitted for concurrent processing with TTM 16457
and is located at the opposing comer of the intersection of Palm Avenue and Irvington
Avenue.
The proposed subdivision and the ultimate construction of improvements and homes will
have impacts that are to be considered less than significant. Those impacts involve the
following areas:
Hazardous Materials
Water Resources
Air Quality
T ranspo rtatio nJ C irculat io n
Noise
Public Services
Utilities
Recreation
Land Use
I. Hazardous Materials: Certain materials, chemicals and processes may be
utilized in the development of the roadways, public improvements and
construction of homes. Any material that may be classified as hazardous will be
utilized and stored in a mmmer required by the manufacture and industry
standard. Possible materials that may be classified as hazardous are paints,
thinners, and other chemicals utilized in the preparation and construction of
certain improvements associated with the development of residential projects.
2. Water Resou rees: The proposed project will result in the creation of
impermeable surfaces, including building pads and public streets. Landscape
areas will allow for the percolation of water into the ground. The proposed project
will also have to regulate storm flows into the existing storm drain system which
occurs throughout the area primarily easterly to Palm A venue and thence
southerly into Cable Creek Drainage Channel. Implementation of the NPDES
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standards will be imposed as a condition to this project. Groundwater resources will
be affected to some dcgree with the development of the proposed project.
Implementing standards of the current adopted UBC will require water efficient
fixtures and landscaping improvements.
3. Air Quality: Development of the proposed project will have a direct impact on
air quality. Development of the proposed housing project will generate at least
410 trips per day. The primary source of pollutants from the proposed project
will be vehicular emissions. Construction activities will also result in short term
air quality impacts associated with the operation of construction equipment. The
primary source of emissions will be assoeiated with grading operations. The
proposed projeet has the potential to generate dust during grading operations, and
in periods of high winds. Implementation of proper erosion control methods and
eonstruction applieations will help reduce the impaets assoeiated with these types
of aetivities.
4. Transportation/Circulation: Development of the proposed housing
development will have a direet impact on cireulation. The proposed residential
development will generate at least 410 trips per day. The City collects traffic
impaet fees to assist with the mitigation of eertain conditions created by new
construction. At this time the proper traffic control improvements are in place,
i.e. stop signs, roadway improvements and lighting, to accommodate the proposed
development.
5. Noise: Noise levels generated at the site during construction may have a direct
impact into the surrounding neighborhood. These noise levels will be primarily
associated with the use of heavy equipment during grading operations and
construction of other public improvements, as well as, the construction of homes.
Heavy equipment will be required to incorporate proper muffler systems and all
construction operations will be regulated during permitted times as required by
the City's Municipal Code.
6. Public Services: All development projects will have an impact on public
services. The development of this site will increase the demand on ftre, solid
waste and other governmental services. The property, however, is currently not
generating significant amounts of property tax. \Vhcn developed, the project site
will generate property tax. and indirectly create higher retail sales within the City,
to oflset the costs associated with providing serviccs.
7. Utilities: The development of the housing project will impact electric. water
treatment and storm drain lacilities. The project developer and future
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homeowners will be required to pay both hook-up fees and on-going monthly usage fees
for utility service, which will offset the use of these service, and lower the impacts to a
less than significant level.
8. Recreation: The development of the housing project will result in an increased
population, which requires access to parks and recreational facilities. The
creation of a 5-acre park immediately adjacent to and across the street from The
proposed subdivision will provide useable park and recreational areas in order to
mitigate any impacts to less than significant. In addition, the proposed
subdivision will be responsible to contribute impact fees [or the acquisition and/or
improvement of parkland as a mitigation measure for the increase in the number
of housing units in the City.
9. Land Use: The proposed land use change from RE to RL will not have a
significant impact as it relates to the overall single family housing allocation for
the City. The reduction of the potential three (3) RE lots that will be replaced
with ten (10) RL lots represents 0.01 % overall reduction in the RE Land Use
Category within the current city limits. Recognizing that the proposed
subdivision, Tract 15457, located immediately east of the subject property is
proposing the 'deletion' of 5 lots designated RE, (in favor of a neighborhood park
site) the net increase in residential units in the immediate area is a total of 2 lots, if
combining the total number of lots proposed in TTM's 15457 and 15940. This
number of additional lots (2) represents an increase of 0.0015% to the overall
housing market within the city limits. Generally, the proposed reduction in RE
lots and increase in RL lots is insignificant to achieving the housing goals and
objectives set [orth in the City's General Plan, as well as, any associated impacts
relative to those categories noted in items I thm 8 (above).
In conclusion of the environmental issues, the proposed subdivision, land use change, and
subsequent residential development will not have an impact based upon the standards and
conditions regulated and imposed for this type of development. A comprehensive
Mitigation Monitoring Program will be put in place to identifY those areas where controls
and measures are necessary and to assist with the monitoring of strict compliance.
Further, should the City of San Bernardino certifY the environmental review and approve
the requested land use change, the [allowing statements would then apply to the
subdivision, as proposed; which is that the subdivision:
is consistent with the City's General Plan (as amended); and
the design of the subdivision is consistent with the standards for single family
subdivisions contained in the General Plan: and
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the site is physically suitable for the proposed subdivision; and
the subdivision falls below the threshold density identitied ill the General Plan (as
amended): and
the subdivision will not cause substantial environmental damage to fish, wildlife or
their habitat; and
the subdivision will not cause serious public health problems, nor;
will the subdivision conflict with any easements for the access or use of the property.
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