HomeMy WebLinkAbout8.3 Attch 3 Reso Appr'vg CUP & SDR RESOLUTION NO. 13-XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN
APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AND SITE DEVELOPMENT REVIEW FOR THE
VALERO SERVICE STATION MINI-MART EXPANSION AND DRIVE-THROUGH CARWASH
7840 AMADOR VALLEY BOULEVARD (APN 941-0305-020-02)
PLPA-2012-00016
WHEREAS, the Applicant has requested approval of a Conditional Use Permit for the
expansion and continued operation of a service station Mini-Mart and the establishment and
operation of a drive-through carwash, and Site Development Review for the construction of a
1,545 square foot addition to the existing service station Mini-Mart, a 767 square foot
automated drive-through carwash, and associated site improvements; and
WHEREAS, the Project is located in the Downtown Dublin (D-D) Zoning District; and
WHEREAS, a Service Station with a mini-mart is conditionally permitted in the D-D
Zoning District subject to approval of a Conditional Use Permit by the Zoning Administrator;
and
WHEREAS, the Zoning Administrator is referring its hearing jurisdiction on the Service
Station and mini-mart to the Planning Commission in accordance with the Dublin Zoning
Ordinance Permit Procedures (Section 8.96.020.C.2); and
WHEREAS, a Drive-in/Drive-through Car Wash is conditionally permitted in the D-D
Zoning District subject to approval of a Conditional Use Permit by the Planning Commission;
and
WHEREAS, in accordance with Sections 8.30.040 and 8.104.040.C.3 of the Dublin
Municipal Code, all development in the D-D Zoning District and all additions 1,000 square feet or
more are subject to Site Development Review and shall be reviewed by the Planning
Commission; and
WHEREAS, the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), together with State
Guidelines and City Environmental Regulations required that certain projects be reviewed for
environmental impacts and that environmental documents be prepared; and
WHEREAS, the project is located within the Downtown Dublin Specific Plan area, which
was the subject of an Environmental Impact Report (EIR), State Clearinghouse #20100022005.
The Downtown Dublin Specific Plan Final EIR was certified by City Council Resolution No. 08-
11 dated February 1, 2011. Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
Guidelines section 15168, Staff is recommending that the Planning Commission find the Valero
Service Station Mini-Mart Expansion and New Carwash Conditional Use Permit and Site
Development Review within the scope of the project analyzed in the Specific Plan EIR and find
that no further CEQA review or document is required; and
WHEREAS, a Staff Report was submitted to the City of Dublin Planning Commission
recommending approval of the Conditional Use Permit and Site Development Review request;
and
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WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a public hearing on said application on April
9, 2013 at which time all interested parties had the opportunity to be heard; and
WHEREAS, proper notice of said hearing was given in all respects as required by law;
and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission did hear and consider all said reports,
recommendations and testimony herein above set forth and used its independent judgment to
evaluate the project.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Dublin Planning Commission
does hereby make the following findings and determinations regarding the Conditional Use
Permit:
A. The proposed use and related structures is compatible with other land uses,
transportation and service facilities in the vicinity in that. 1) the Project would be located
on a commercial parcel of land currently developed as a service station and a 24-hour
Mini-Mart has been in operation at this location since 1985. Furthermore, the addition of
an automated carwash is a common amenity associated with a service station and would
be located among other commercial properties; 2) the Project is located at the
intersection of Amador Valley Boulevard and Regional Street and borders the parking lot
of the adjacent Dublin Plaza Center; 3) the Project would be accessible from an existing
driveway along Amador Valley Boulevard and additional driveways along the adjacent
Dublin Plaza Center shopping center also provides reciprocal access to the Project site;
and 4) adequate parking would be provided on-site in accordance with Chapter 8.76 (Off-
Street Parking and Loading Regulations).
B. It will not adversely affect the health or safety of persons residing or working in the
vicinity, or be detrimental to the public health, safety and welfare in that. 1) the Project
would be located on a commercial parcel of land currently developed as a service station
with a 24-hour convenience store and is located near other commercial properties
including two shopping centers and another service station; and 2) Conditions of
Approval have been placed on the Project to ensure that the construction and use of the
property will be in accordance with all local codes and regulations.
C. It will not be injurious to property or improvements in the neighborhood in that: 1) the
Project would be located on a commercial parcel of land currently developed as a service
station with a 24-hour Mini-Mart and is consistent with the Downtown Dublin Zoning
District and Specific Plan; and 2) conditions of approval have been placed on the Project
to ensure that the construction and use of the property will be in accordance with all local
codes and regulations.
D. There are adequate provisions for public access, water, sanitation, and public utilities and
services to ensure that the proposed use and related structures would not be detrimental
to the public health, safety, and welfare in that. 1) vehicular access to the site is available
from Amador Valley Boulevard and Regional Street; 2) the Amador Valley Boulevard and
Regional Street frontages are fully improved with sidewalks that provide pedestrian
access to the Project site; 3) the Project will be served by existing public utilities; and 4)
the Project includes a new trash enclosure that will be constructed in accordance with
current solid waste and recycling requirements.
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E. The subject site is physically suitable for the type, density and intensity of the use and
related structures being proposed in that. 1) the Project site is relatively flat and will be
served by existing public utilities; 2) the Project site is accessible from existing driveways
along Amador Valley Boulevard and Regional Street; and 3) all required parking will be
provided on the Project site in accordance with Chapter 8.76 (Off-Street Parking and
Loading Regulations).
F. It will not be contrary to the specific intent clauses, development regulations, or
performance standards established for the zoning district in which it is located in that. 1)
the Project is located within the Retail District of the Downtown Dublin Zoning District and
Specific Plan and service stations with Mini-Marts and carwashes are conditionally
permitted; 2) the Project includes a pedestrian connection between Regional Street and
the entrance of the Mini-Mart; and 3) the Project adheres to all applicable development
regulations set forth in the Downtown Dublin Specific Plan.
G. It is consistent with the Dublin General Plan and with any applicable Specific Plans in
that. 1) the Project would be located on a commercial parcel of land currently developed
as a service station with a 24-hour Mini-Mart; and 2) the Project adheres to all applicable
development regulations set forth in the Downtown Dublin Specific Plan.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Dublin Planning Commission
does hereby make the following findings and determinations regarding the Site Development
Review:
A. The proposal is consistent with the purposes of Chapter 8.104, with the General Plan and
with any applicable Specific Plans and design guidelines in that. 1) the Project has been
designed with colors, materials and finishes on all four sides of the building that
complement the surrounding environment; 2) the Project complies with the development
regulations and design guidelines set forth in the Downtown Dublin Specific Plan; and 4)
the Project will provide adequate circulation for automobiles and pedestrians.
B. The proposal is consistent with the provisions of Title 8, Zoning Ordinance in that. 1) the
Project requires Site Development Review and a complete application has been filed; 2)
the Project provides the amount of required on-site in accordance with Chapter 8.76 (Off-
Street Parking and Loading Regulations); and 3) the Project complies with the
development regulations and design guidelines contained in the Downtown Dublin
Specific Plan.
C. The design of the project is appropriate to the City, the vicinity, surrounding properties
and the lot in which the project is proposed in that. 1) the Project has been designed with
colors, materials and finishes on all four sides of the building that complement the
surrounding environment; and 2) the Project complies with the development regulations
and design guidelines set forth in the Downtown Dublin Specific Plan.
D. The subject site is physically suitable for the type and intensity of the approved
development in that. 1) the Project would be located on a commercial parcel of land that
is currently developed as a service station with a 24-hour Mini-Mart; 2) the addition of an
automated carwash is a common amenity associated with a service station and would be
located among other commercial properties; 3) the Project site is relatively flat and will be
served by existing public utilities; 4) the Project site will be accessed from existing
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driveways along Amador Valley Boulevard and Regional Street; and 5) all required
parking will be provided on-site in accordance with Chapter 8.76 (Off-Street Parking and
Loading Regulations).
E. Impacts to existing slopes and topographic features are addressed in that: 1) the Project
site is currently developed as a service station with a 24-hour Mini-Mart and is relatively
flat with no significant slopes or topographic features.
F. Architectural considerations including the character, scale and quality of the design, site
layout, the architectural relationship with the site and other buildings, screening of
unsightly uses, lighting, building materials and colors and similar elements result in a
project that is harmonious with its surroundings and compatible with other development in
the vicinity in that: 1) the Project has been designed with colors, materials and finishes on
all four sides of the building that complement the surrounding environment; 2) the Project
consists of an addition to an existing Mini-Mart and a new automated drive-through
carwash and is compatible in scale to the surrounding shopping centers and a nearby
service station; 3) the Project is located with convenient access from Amador Valley
Boulevard and Regional Street; 4) the Project complies with applicable development
regulations and design guidelines set forth in the Downtown Dublin Specific Plan for the
Retail District; and 5) a condition of approval has been placed on the project requiring all
roof mounted equipment to be completely screened from public view.
G. Landscape considerations, including the location, type, size, color, texture and coverage
of plant materials, and similar elements have been incorporated into the project to ensure
visual relief, adequate screening and an attractive environment for the public in that: 1)
the Project is attractively landscaped with perimeter landscaping along all property lines;
and 2) the Project includes a variety of plant species that create an attractive
environment as viewed from the public right-of-way.
H. The site has been adequately designed to ensure proper circulation for bicyclists,
pedestrians and automobiles in that: 1) vehicular access to the Project site is existing and
includes driveways along Amador Valley Boulevard and Regional Street; and 2)
pedestrian access to the Project site can also be obtained from existing sidewalks along
Amador Valley Boulevard and Regional Street and a new accessible walkway will be
provided from Regional Street to the entrance of the Mini-Mart.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City of Dublin Planning Commission does hereby
find that the project is located within the Downtown Dublin Specific Plan area, which was the
subject of an Environmental Impact Report (EIR), State Clearinghouse #20100022005. The
Downtown Dublin Specific Plan Final EIR was certified by City Council Resolution No. 08-11
dated February 1, 2011. Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
Guidelines section 15168, the Planning Commission finds the Valero Service Station Mini-Mart
Expansion and New Carwash Conditional Use Permit and Site Development Review within the
scope of the project analyzed in the Specific Plan EIR and find that no further CEQA review or
document is required.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Planning Commission does hereby approve a
Conditional Use Permit for the expansion and continued operation of a service station Mini-
Mart and the establishment and operation of a drive-through carwash and Site Development
Review for the construction of a 1,545 square foot addition to the existing service station Mini-
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Mart, a 767 square foot automated drive-through carwash, and associated site improvements
as shown on the project plans, date stamped received by Dublin Planning on February 13,
2013, and incorporated by reference, subject to the following conditions of approval:
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
Unless stated otherwise, all Conditions of Approval shall be complied with prior to establishment
of use and shall be subject to Planning Division review and approval. The following codes
represent those departments/agencies responsible for monitoring compliance of the conditions
of approval: [PL] Planning; [B] Building; [PO] Police; [PW] Public Works; [ADM]
Administration/City Attorney; [FIN] Finance; [PCS] Parks and Community Services; [F] Dublin
Fire Prevention; [DSR] Dublin San Ramon Services District; [LDD] Livermore Dublin Disposal;
[CO] Alameda County Department of Environmental Health; [Zone 7] Alameda County Flood
Control and Water Conservation District, Zone 7; [LAVTA] Livermore Amador Valley Transit
Authority; and [CHS] California Department of Health Services.
When
NO. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL Agency Required, Source
Prior to:
GENERAL
1. Approval. This Conditional Use Permit and Site PL Planning
Development Review approval is for the
expansion of the existing Mini-Mart at Dublin
Valero for a new 7/11 convenience store and the
construction of a new car wash (PLPA-2012-
00016). This approval shall supersede all
previous Conditional Use Permit and Site
Development Review approvals for the Service
Station and Mini-Mart, with the exception of
signage.
This approval shall be as generally depicted and
indicated on the plans prepared by David J. Elliott
& Associates dated received by Dublin Planning
on February 13, 2013, the Written Statement
dated received by Dublin Planning on November
5, 2012, and other plans, text and diagrams
related to this approval, stamped approved and
on file in the Community Development
Department, except as modified by the following
Conditions of Approval.
2. Effective Date. This Conditional Use Permit and PL DMC
Site Development Review approval becomes 8.96.020.H
effective 10 days following action by the Planning and
Commission unless appealed before that time in 8.136
accordance with the Dublin Zoning Ordinance.
3. Permit Expiration. Construction or use shall PL 1 year from DMC
commence within one (1) year of Permit approval approval 8.96.020.D
or the Permit shall lapse and become null and
void.
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4. Time Extension. The original approving PL 1 year from DMC
decision-maker may, upon the Applicant's written approval 8.96.020.E
request for an extension of approval prior to
expiration, and upon the determination that any
Conditions of Approval remain adequate to
assure that applicable findings of approval will
continue to be met, grant a time extension of
approval for a period not to exceed six (6)
months. All time extension requests shall be
noticed and a public hearing or public meeting
shall be held as required by the particular Permit.
5. Modifications. The Community Development PL On-going DMC
Director may consider modifications or changes 8.100 &
to this Permit approval if the modifications or 8.104
changes proposed comply with applicable
sections of the Zoning Ordinance.
6. Revocation of Permit. This Conditional Use PL On-going DMC
Permit and Site Development Review approval 8.96.020.1
shall be revocable for cause in accordance with
Section 8.96.020.1 of the Dublin Zoning
Ordinance. Any violation of the terms or
conditions of this permit shall be subject to
citation.
7. Requirements and Standard Conditions. The Various Issuance Various
Applicant/Developer shall comply with applicable of building
City of Dublin Fire Prevention Bureau, Dublin permits or
Public Works Department, Dublin Building installation
Department, Dublin Police Services, Alameda of improve-
County Flood Control District Zone 7, Livermore ments
Amador Valley Transit Authority, Alameda County
Public and Environmental Health, Dublin San
Ramon Services District and the California
Department of Health Services requirements and
standard conditions. Prior to issuance of building
permits or the installation of any improvements
related to this project, the Developer shall supply
written statements from each such agency or
department to the Planning Department,
indicating that all applicable conditions required
have been or will be met.
8. Fees. Applicant/Developer shall pay all applicable Various Issuance Various
fees in effect, including, but not limited to, of building
Planning fees, Building fees, Traffic Impact Fees, permits
TVTC fees, Dublin San Ramon Services District
fees, Public Facilities fees, Dublin Unified School
District School Impact fees (per agreement
between Developer and School District), Fire
Facilities Impact fees, Noise Mitigation fees,
Inclusionary Housing In-Lieu fees, Alameda
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County Flood and Water Conservation District
(Zone 7) Drainage and Water Connection fees; or
any other fee that may be adopted and
a licable.
9. Indemnification. The Developer shall defend, ADM On-going Admin/City
indemnify, and hold harmless the City of Dublin Attorney
and its agents, officers, and employees from any
claim, action, or proceeding against the City of
Dublin or its agents, officers, or employees to
attack, set aside, void, or annul an approval of the
City of Dublin or its advisory agency, appeal
board, Planning Commission, City Council,
Community Development Director, Zoning
Administrator, or any other department,
committee, or agency of the City to the extent
such actions are brought within the time period
required by Government Code Section 66499.37
or other applicable law; provided, however, that
The Developer's duty to so defend, indemnify,
and hold harmless shall be subject to the City's
promptly notifying The Developer of any said
claim, action, or proceeding and the City's full
cooperation in the defense of such actions or
roceedin s.
10. Clarifications to the Conditions of Approval. In PL, PW On-going Planning
the event that there needs to be clarification to
these Conditions of Approval, the Directors of
Community Development and Public Works have
the authority to clarify the intent of these
Conditions of Approval to the Applicant/Developer
by a written document signed by the Directors of
Community Development and Public Works and
placed in the project file. The Directors also have
the authority to make minor modifications to these
conditions without going to a public hearing in
order for the Applicant to fulfill needed
improvements or mitigations resulting from
im acts of this project.
11. Controlling Activities. The Applicant/Developer PL Through Planning
shall control all activities on the project site so as construct-
not to create a nuisance to existing/surrounding ion and on-
businesses and/or residences. going
12. Clean-up. The Applicant/Developer shall be PL Through Planning
responsible for clean-up and disposal of project construct-
related trash to maintain a safe, clean, and litter- ion
free site.
13. Property Maintenance. The Applicant/ PL On-going DMC
Developer and property owner shall be 5.64.050
responsible for maintaining the site in a clean and
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litter free condition during construction and
through completion. Per the City of Dublin Non-
Residential Property Maintenance Ordinance,
DMC Section 5.64.050, the Applicant/ Property
Owner shall maintain the building, site and all
signage in good condition and shall keep the site
clear of trash, debris and graffiti vandalism on a
regular and continuous basis.
14. Accessory/Temporary Structures and Uses. A PL Placement DMC
Temporary Use Permit is required for all on-site 8.108
construction trailers, security trailers and storage
containers used during construction.
15. Temporary Promotional Banners and PL On-going DMC
Balloons. Temporary Promotional Banner Signs 8.84
and Balloons are subject to compliance with
Cha ter 8.84 of the Dublin Zoning Ordinance.
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT: AUTO SERVICE/SALES & DRIVE-THROUGH (CARWASH)
16. Approval Period. This Conditional Use Permit PL On-going Planning
approval shall be null and void in the event the
approved expanded use fails to be established
within one year, or ceases to operate for a
continuous one-year period.
17. Annual Review. On an annual basis, this PL Annually Planning
Conditional Use Permit approval may be subject
to a review by the Community Development
Director to determine compliance with the
Conditions of Approval.
18. Hours of Operation. The approved hours of PL On-going Planning
operation are 24 hours a day/7 days a week. The
business owner shall be responsible for ensuring
that all activities on the property are controlled in
a manner that minimizes impacts on surrounding
businesses and/or residents.
19. Parking. The parking area shall be used in the PL On-going Planning
manner represented in application plans, written
and verbal statements and other documents, and
as stipulated in this Conditional Use Permit.
20. Noise/Nuisances and Outdoor Activities. No PL On-going Planning
loudspeakers or amplified music shall be
permitted outside the enclosed building. All
activities associated with the Mini-
Mart/convenience store shall be conducted
entirely within the enclosed building. No
merchandise shall be placed outside of the store
for display or sale except as approved pursuant
Ito a Temporary Use Permit.
SITE DEVELOPMENT REVIEW
21. Equipment Screening. All electrical, mechanical PL Issuance Planning
and fire service equipment shall be screened of building
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from public view. Any roof-mounted equipment permits
shall be completely screened from view by
materials architecturally compatible with the
building and to the satisfaction of the Community
Development Director. The Building Permit plans
shall show the location of all equipment and
screening for review and approval by the
Community Development Director.
22. Exterior Paint Colors. The Applicant/Contractor PL Painting Planning
shall paint a portion of the building(s) the the entire
proposed colors in their correct locations and building(s)
schedule a Planning inspection to review and
approve the final paint colors prior to painting the
entire building(s).
23. Glare/Reflective Finishes. The use of reflective Issuance Planning
finishes on building exteriors is prohibited. In of building
order to control the effects of glare, reflective permits
lass is prohibited on all east-facing windows.
24. Bicycle Racks. Prior to the issuance of building PL Issuance DMC
permits, the Applicant/Developer shall work with of building 8.76
Staff to provide sufficient bicycle racks at various permits
locations throughout the project site. The bicycle
racks shall be unobtrusive and out of the path of
travel.
25. Signs. All signage shall conform to Chapter 8.76 PL On-going DMC
of the Dublin Zoning Ordinance at all times. 8.84
Window signs shall be limited to 25% of the
window area. All temporary promotional signs
and banners require a Zoning Clearance from the
Planning Division prior to installation.
LANDSCAPING
26. Final Landscape and Irrigation Plans. Final PL Issuance Planning
Landscape and Irrigation Plans prepared and of building
stamped by a State licensed landscape architect permits
or registered engineer shall be submitted for
review and approval by the City Engineer and the
Community Development Director. These plans
shall be coordinated with on-site civil, streetlights,
and utility improvement plans. The final landscape
plans shall be stamped approved by the
Community Development Department. The Final
Landscape Plans shall be generally consistent
with the preliminary landscape plan prepared by
David J. Elliott & Associates, dated received by
Dublin Planning on February 13, 2013, except as
modified by the Conditions listed below and as
required by the Community Development Director.
27. Plant Species. Plant species shall be selected PL Issuance Planning
according to use, sun/shade location ands ace of building
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availability. The landscape plan should include permits
plant species that are not salt-sensitive. Street
trees shall be high-branching and produce minimal
litter.
28. Slopes. The landscape plan shall address slopes PL Issuance Planning
within the property, including erosion, of building
maintenance and irrigation issues. All slopes shall permits
have a one-foot level area at top and bottom of the
slope for maintenance.
29. Landscaping at Street/Drive Aisle PL Issuance Planning
Intersections. Landscaping shall not obstruct the of building
sight distance of motorists, pedestrians or permits
bicyclists. Landscaping, and/or landscape
structures such as walls, at drive-aisle
intersections shall not be taller than 30 inches
above the curb, except for trees. Landscaping
shall be kept at a minimum height and fullness,
giving patrol officers and the general public
surveillance capabilities of the area.
30. Standard Plant Material, Irrigation and PL Issuance Planning
Maintenance Agreement. The Applicant/ of building
Developer shall complete and submit to the Dublin permits
Planning Division the Standard Plant Material,
Irri ation and Maintenance Agreement.
31. Plant Standards. All trees shall be 24 inch box PL Issuance Planning
minimum, with at least 30% at 36 inch box or of building
greater; all shrubs shall be 5 gallon minimum. permits
32. Devices. The Landscape Plan shall show the PL Issuance Planning
location of all backflow prevention devices, of building
detector check valves, utility boxes and fire permits
sprinkler risers. The location and screening of
these devices shall be reviewed and approved by
City staff.
33. Root Barriers and Tree Staking. The landscape PL Issuance Planning
plans shall provide details showing root barriers of building
and tree staking installation, which meet current permits
City s ecifications.
34. Water Efficient Landscaping Ordinance. The PL Issuance Planning
Applicant/Developer shall submit written of building
documentation to the Public Works Department (in permits
the form of a Landscape Documentation Package
and other required documents) that the
development conforms to the City's Water Efficient
Landscaping Ordinance.
35. Landscape Edges. Concrete curbs or bands shall PL Issuance Planning
be used at the edges of all planters adjacent to of building
paved surfaces. The design width and depth of the permits
concrete edge shall be to the satisfaction of the
Community Development Director and Public
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Works Director.
CRIME PREVENTION THROUGH ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN
36. Non-Residential Security Requirements. The PL, B, Issuance Various
property owner and/or their designee shall PW of building
comply with the City of Dublin Non-Residential permits
Security Requirements. and On-
going
37. Lighting/Photometric Plan. The Applicant/ PL, PW Issuance Various
Developer shall prepare a photometric plan to the of building
satisfaction of the Directors of Public Works and permits
Community Development. Exterior lighting shall and On-
be provided within parking areas, along walkways going
and on buildings and shall be directed
downwards, not onto adjacent properties and
shielded from direct off-site viewing. Exterior
lighting shall be of a design and placement so as
not to cause glare on adjoining properties,
businesses, residences or vehicular traffic. A
minimum of one foot-candle of light shall be
provided and maintained across the surface of all
parking areas and walkways. Lighting used after
daylight hours shall be adequate to provide for
security needs.
38. Landscaping. Landscaping shall be kept at a PL On-going Planning
minimal height and fullness giving patrol officers
and the general public surveillance capabilities of
the area.
39. Graffiti. The site shall be kept clear of graffiti PL, PW, On-going Various
vandalism on a regular and continuous basis. PO
Graffiti resistant materials shall be used including
but not limited to graffiti resistant paints for the
structures and graffiti resistant film for windows or
lass.
BUILDING DIVISION
40. Building Codes and Ordinances. All project B Through Building
construction shall conform to all building codes Completion
and ordinances in effect at the time of building
permit.
41. Building Permits. To apply for building permits, B Issuance Building
Applicant/Developer shall submit: five (5) sets of of Building
construction plans, two (2) engineered calculation Permits
reports, two (2) copies of a current soils report,
and a review letter from the Geotechnical
Engineer approving the foundation design to the
Building Division for plan check. Each set of plans
shall have attached an annotated copy of these
Conditions of Approval. The notations shall
clearly indicate how all Conditions of Approval will
or have been complied with. Construction plans
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will not be accepted without the annotated
resolutions attached to each set of plans.
Applicant/Developer will be responsible for
obtaining the approvals of all participation non-
City agencies prior to the issuance of building
permits.
42. Construction Drawings. Construction plans B Issuance Building
shall be fully dimensioned (including building of Building
elevations) accurately drawn (depicting all Permits
existing and proposed conditions on site), and
prepared and signed by a California licensed
Architect or Engineer. All structural calculations
shall be prepared and signed by a California
licensed Architect or Engineer. The site plan,
landscape plan and details shall be consistent
with each other.
43. Addressing. Address will be required on all B Occupancy Building
doors leading to the exterior of the building.
Addresses shall be illuminated and be able to be
seen from the street, 5 inches in height minimum.
44. Engineer Observation. The Engineer of record B Frame Building
shall be retained to provide observation services Inspection
for all components of the lateral and vertical
design of the building, including nailing, hold-
downs, straps, shear, roof diaphragm and
structural frame of building. A written report shall
be submitted to the City Inspector prior to
scheduling the final frame inspection.
45. Air Conditioning Units. Air conditioning units B Occupancy Building
and ventilation ducts shall be screened from of Unit
public view with materials compatible to the main
building. Units shall be permanently installed on
concrete pads or other non-movable materials to
be approved by the Building Official and Director
of Community Development.
46. Temporary Fencing. Temporary construction B Through Building
fencing shall be installed along perimeter of all Completion
work under construction.
47. Green Building Guidelines. To the extent B Through Building
practical the applicant shall incorporate Green Completion
Building Measures. Green Building plan shall be
submitted to the Building Official for review. The
project shall comply with the CA Green Building
Standards Code, as applicable.
48. Cool Roofs. Flat roof areas shall have their B Through Building
roofing material coated with light colored gravel or Completion
painted with light colored or reflective material
designed for Cool Roofs.
49. lElectronic File. The applicant/developer shall B Final Building
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submit all building drawings and specifications for Occupancy
this project in an electronic format to the
satisfaction of the Chief Building Official prior to
the issuance of building permits. Additionally, all
revisions made to the building plans during the
project shall be incorporated into an "As Built"
electronic file and submitted prior to the issuance
of the final occupancy.
FIRE PREVENTION
50. The building including carport and attached trash F Issuance Fire
enclosure will be required to be equipped with fire of building
sprinklers per Dublin Municipal Code permits
requirements.
51. The project will be subject to all fire code F Issuance Fire
requirements in effect at the time of building of building
permit plan check submittal. permits
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
52. Compliance. The Developer shall comply with PW On-going Public
the City of Dublin Zoning and Grading Works
Ordinances, the City of Dublin Public Works
Standards and Policies, and all building and fire
codes and ordinances in effect at the time of
buildin permit.
53. Wells or Exploratory Boring. Any water well, PW Through Public
cathodic protection well, or exploratory boring on Completion Works
the project property must be properly abandoned,
backfilled, or maintained in accordance with
applicable groundwater protection ordinances.
For additional information contact Alameda
County Flood Control, Zone 7.
54. Encroachment Permit. An encroachment permit PW On-going Public
from the Public Works Department may be Works
required for any work done within the public right-
of-way even if covered under an Improvement
Agree ent.
55. Easement Abandonment. The Developer shall PW Issuance Public
obtain abandonment from all applicable public of Grading/ Works
agencies of existing easements and right of ways Sitework
that will no longer be used. Permit
56. Easements. The Developer shall acquire PW Issuance Public
easements, and/or obtain rights-of-entry from the of Grading/ Works
adjacent property owners for any improvements Sitework
on their property. The easements and/or rights-of- Permit
entry shall be in writing and copies furnished to
the Cit Engineer.
57. Sidewalks. All public sidewalks must be within PW Issuance Public
City right-of-way or in a pedestrian access of Grading/ Works
easement unless approved by the City Engineer. Sitework
Permit
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58. Grading Plan. The Grading Plan shall be in PW Issuance Public
conformance with the recommendations of the of Grading/ Works
Geotechnical Report, the approved Tentative Sitework
Map, and the City design standards & Permit
ordinances. In case of conflict between the soil
engineer's recommendations and City
ordinances, the City Engineer shall determine
which shall apply.
59. Public Improvements. All public improvements PW Issuance Public
shall conform to the City of Dublin Standard Plans of Grading/ Works
and design requirements and as approved by the Sitework
City En ineer. Permit
60. Water and Sewer Facilities. Developer shall PW Issuance Public
construct all potable and recycled water and of Grading/ Works
sanitary sewer facilities required to serve the Sitework
project in accordance with DSRSD master plans, Permit
standards, specifications and requirements.
61. Fire Hydrants. Fire hydrant locations shall be PW Issuance Public
approved by the Alameda County Fire of Grading/ Works
Department. A raised reflector blue traffic marker Sitework
shall be installed in the street opposite each Permit
hydrant.
62. Street Signs. The Developer shall furnish and PW Occupancy Public
install street name signs, and traffic signs & Works
marking for the project as required by the City
Engineer.
63. Drainage. Roof drainage shall drain across bio- PW Issuance Public
swales or into bio-filters prior to entering the of Building Works
storm drain system as shown on the approved Permit
site plan. The landscaping and drainage
improvements in the bio-swale and bio-filters
shall be appropriate for water quality treatment.
Concentrated flows will not be allowed to drain
across public sidewalks.
64. Underground Utilities. If the applicant proposes PW Occupancy Public
to underground existing electrical, gas, telephone, Works
and Cable TV utilities, shall be underground in
accordance with the City policies and ordinances.
All utilities shall be located and provided within
public utility easements and sized to meet utility
company standards.
65. Utility Vaults. To the maximum extent PL, PW Issuance Public
practicable, all utility vaults, boxes and structures of Grading/ Works
shall be underground and placed in landscape Sitework
areas and screened from public view. All utility Permit
vaults, boxes and structures shall be shown on
landscape plans and approved by the City
Engineer and Community Development Director
prior to construction.
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PUBLIC WORKS — PROJECT SPECIFIC
66. Standard Public Works Conditions of PW Prior to Public
Approval. Applicant/Developer shall comply with Approval of Works
all applicable City of Dublin Public Works Improve-
Standard Conditions of Approval. In the event of ment Plans
a conflict between the Public Works Standard
Conditions of Approval and these Conditions,
these Conditions shall prevail.
67. Grading/Sitework Permit. All improvement work PW Through Public
must be performed per a Grading/Sitework Permit completion Works
issued by the Public Works Department. Said of Improve-
permit will be based on the final set of civil plans ments and
to be approved once all of the plan check Occupancy
comments have been resolved. Please refer to of the
the handout titled Grading/Site Improvement Building
Permit Application Instructions and attached
application (three 8-1/2" x 11" pages) for more
information. The Applicant/Developer must fill in
and return the applicant information contained on
pages 2 and 3. The current cost of the permit is
$100.00 due at the time of permit issuance,
although the Applicant/Developer will be
responsible for any adopted increases to the fee
amount.
68. Site Plan. On-site improvements shall be PW Prior to Public
designed in accordance with the approved site Issuance Works
plan, entitled "Valero-7 Eleven Convenience of Grading/
Store Expansion" by David J. Elliott & Sitework
Associates", dated 6/29/12 with revision date Permit
11/15/12, Sheets 1-13.
69. Accessible Path of Travel. Applicant shall PW Prior to Public
provide an accessible path of travel/walkway from Issuance Works
the public sidewalk on Regional Street to the of Grading/
building entrance and an accessible parking stall Sitework
at the southwest area of the site as shown on the Permit
Site Plan, in conformance with California Building
Code requirements. Said walkway shall be 4'-
minimum clear width.
70. Vehicle Parking. Applicant should repair any PW Prior to Public
distressed areas of pavement obstructing the Issuance of Works
path of travel. All parking spaces shall be double Grading/
striped using 4" white lines set approximately 2 Sitework
feet apart according to City Standards and Permit
§8.76.070 (A) 17 of the Dublin Municipal Code.
All compact-sized parking spaces shall have the
word "COMPACT" stenciled on the pavement
within each space. 12"-wide concrete step-out
curbs shall be constructed at each parking space
where one or both sides abuts a landscaped area
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or planter.
71. Site Accessibility Requirements/Driveways. All PW Prior to Public
parking spaces for the disabled, and other Occupancy Works
physical site improvements, including the
proposed driveways along Amador Valley
Boulevard and Regional Street shall comply with
current CBC Title 24 requirements and City of
Dublin Standards for accessibility.
72. Signs and Pavement Markings. The Applicant/ PW Prior to Public
Developer shall be responsible for the following Occupancy Works
on-site traffic signs and pavement markings:
• Accessible parking signs and legends per
State Title 24 requirements.
• The word "Compact" shall be stenciled on the
pavement surface within each compact
parking space.
• No Stopping/Fire Lane.
73. Tree Wells. Applicant shall construct tree wells, PW Prior to Public
install trees and tree grates as noted on the Site Occupancy Works
Plan, and in conformance with the "Downtown
Streetsca a Master Plan".
74. Occupancy Permit Requirements. Prior to PW Prior to Public
issuance of an Occupancy Permit, the physical Occupancy Works
condition of the project site shall meet minimum
health and safety standards including, but not
limited to the following:
• Lighting for the building and parking lot shall
be adequate for safety and security. Exterior
lighting shall be provided for building
entrances/exits and pedestrian walkways.
Security lighting shall be provided as required
by Dublin Police.
• All construction equipment, materials, or on-
going work shall be separated from the public
by use of fencing, barricades, caution ribbon,
or other means reasonably approved by the
City Engineer/Public Works Director.
• All fire hydrants for the building shall be
operable and easily accessible to City and
ACFD personnel.
• All site features designed to serve the
disabled (i.e. H/C parking stalls, accessible
walkways, signage) for the building shall be
installed and fully functional.
75. Stormwater Runoff Treatment and PW Prior to Public
Calculations. Issuance of Works
• Applicant/Developer shall complete the Grading/
"Stormwater Requirements Checklist" and Sitework
provide an accompanying exhibit Permit
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demonstrating compliance with requirements
set forth by the Municipal Regional
Stormwater Permit.
• Applicant shall incorporate all necessary
stormwater runoff, conveyance and treatment
measures and details into the Site
Improvement Plans. Applicant shall also
provide all necessary support calculations
demonstrating full compliance.
• Stormwater treatment design shall comply
with the C-3 Stormwater Technical Guidance
issued by Alameda Countywide Clean Water
Program.
• Runoff from landscape areas shall not drain
across sidewalk areas.
76. Stormwater Treatment Measure Maintenance PW Prior to Public
Agreement. Applicant/Owner shall enter into a Occupancy Works
"Stormwater Treatment Measure Maintenance
Agreement" with the City of Dublin for
maintenance of stormwater treatment measures
constructed at the site.
77. Carwash. Drainage from car wash shall be PW Prior to Public
connected to the sanitary sewer system meeting Issuance of Works
DSRSD requirements. Grading, drainage and Grading/
utility plans shall show all necessary Sitework
improvements and details demonstrating Permit
requirement conformance.
78. Trash Enclosure. Trash enclosures shall meet PW Prior to Public
all requirements set forth in the Dublin Municipal Issuance of Works
Code (DMC), Chapter 7.98. Design and details Grading/
shall be shown on the Site Improvement Plans. Sitework
Permit
79. Erosion Control During Construction. PW Prior to Public
Applicant/Developer shall include an Erosion and Issuance Works
Sediment Control Plan with the Grading and of Grading/
Improvement plans for review and approval by Sitework
the City Engineer/Public Works Director. Said Permit and
plan shall be designed, implemented, and during
continually maintained pursuant to the City's construc-
NPDES permit between October 1St and April 15th tion
or beyond these dates if dictated by rainy
weather, or as otherwise directed by the City
Engine r/Public Works Director.
80. Construction Hours. Construction and grading PW During Public
operations shall be limited to weekdays (Monday Construc- Works
through Friday) and non-City holidays between tion
the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. The
Applicant/Developer may request permission to
work on Saturdays and/or holidays between the
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hours of 8:30 am and 5:00 pm by submitting a
request form to the City Engineer no later than
5:00 pm the prior Wednesday. Overtime
inspection rates will apply for all Saturday and/or
holiday work.
81. Temporary Fencing. Temporary Construction PW During Public
fencing shall be installed along perimeter of all Construc- Works
work under construction to separate the tion and
construction operation from the public. All Occupancy
construction activities shall be confined to within
the fenced area. Construction materials and/or
equipment shall not be operated or stored outside
of the fenced area or within the public right-of-
way unless approved in advance by the City
Engine r/Public Works Director.
82. Construction Noise Management Plan. PW During Public
Developer shall prepare a Construction Noise Construc- Works
Management Plan, to be approved by the City tion and
Engineer and Community Development Director Grading
that identifies measures to be taken to minimize Activities
construction noise on surrounding developed
properties. The Plan shall include hours of
construction operation, use of mufflers on
construction equipment, speed limit for
construction traffic, haul routes and identify a
noise monitor. Specific noise management
measures shall be included in the project plans
andspecifications.
83. Damage/Repairs. The Applicant/Developer shall PW Prior to Public
be responsible for the repair of any damaged Occupancy Works
pavement, curb & gutter, sidewalk, or other public
street facility resulting from construction activities
associated with the development of the project.
The Developer shall repair/replace existing
sidewalk along the frontage of the Project on
Regional Street and Amador Valley Boulevard as
directed by the City Engineer.
84. Construction Permit. Applicant shall obtain PW Prior to Public
necessary permits or permission from the Issuance of Works
adjacent property owner to construct the Building
improvements within the property. Permit
85. Zone 7 Impervious Surface Fees. Applicant PW Prior to Public
shall complete a "Zone 7 Impervious Surface Fee Issuance Works
Application" and submit an accompanying exhibit of Building
for review by the Public Works Department. Fees Permit
generated by this application will be due at
issuance of the Building Permit.
86. Geotechnical Report and Recommendations. PW Prior to Public
The Applicant/Developer shall provide a site Issuance Works
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specific geotechnical report prepared by a of Building
reputable geotechnical engineer. The Permit
Geotechnical Engineer shall certify that the
project design conforms to the report
recommendations prior to issuance of a
Grading/Sitework Permit or Building Permit. All
report recommendations shall be followed during
the course of grading and construction.
DUBLIN SAN RAMON SERVICES DISTRICT (DSRSD)
87. Prior to issuance of any building permit, complete DSR Issuance DSRSD
improvement plans shall be submitted to DSRSD of any
that conform to the requirements of the Dublin building
San Ramon Services District Code, the DSRSD permit
"Standard Procedures, Specifications and
Drawings for Design and Installation of Water and
Wastewater Facilities", all applicable DSRSD
Master Plans and all DSRSD policies.
88. Domestic and fire protection waterline systems DSR Issuance DSRSD
for Tracts or Commercial Developments shall be of any
designed to be looped or interconnected to avoid building
dead end sections in accordance with permit
requirements of the DSRSD Standard
S ecifications and sound engineering ractice.
89. Prior to issuance by the City of any Building DSR Issuance DSRSD
Permit or Construction Permit by the Dublin San of any
Ramon Services District, whichever comes first, building
all utility connection fees including DSRSD and permit
Zone 7, plan checking fees, inspection fees,
connection fees, and fees associated with a
wastewater discharge permit shall be paid to
DSRSD in accordance with the rates and
schedules established in the DSRSD Code.
90. No sewer line or waterline construction shall be DSR Issuance DSRSD
permitted unless the proper utility construction of any
permit has been issued by DSRSD. A building
construction permit will only be issued after all of permit
the items in Condition No. 9 have been satisfied.
91. The applicant shall hold DSRSD, it's Board of DSR On-going DSRSD
Directors, commissions, employees, and agents
of DSRSD harmless and indemnify and defend
the same from any litigation, claims, or fines
resulting from the construction and completion of
the ro ect.
92. Expansion of a commercial enterprise and DSR Issuance DSRSD
addition of a Car Wash must be reviewed by of any
DSRSD for possible Water and Sewer Demand building
lCapacity Charges. ermit
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PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 91h day of April 2013 by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Planning Commission Chair
ATTEST:
Assistant Community Development Director
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