HomeMy WebLinkAboutPCReso03-09 PA02-055 Wiesser ResSDR RESOLUTION NO. 03 - 09
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN
APPROVING PA 02-055 WIESSER SITE DEVELOPMENT REVIEW FOR A SINGLE-FAMILY
RESIDENCE ON AN EXISTING LOT (LOT 7) AT 11191 BRITTANY LANE
WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Weisser have requested approval of a Site Development Review for a
single family home on an existing lots at 11191 Brittany Lane; and
WHEREAS, a completed application for Site Development Review is available and on file in the
Dublin Planning Department; and
WHEREAS, The environmental impacts of this project were addressed under the Negative
Declaration prepared for the PA 85-035 Hatfield Development Corporation Planned Development
Rezone, Annexation and Site Development Review of which the subject lots were a part. The Negative
Declaration was prepared in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), State
CEQA Guidelines and the City of Dublin Environmental Guidelines.
WHEREAS, a Site Development Review is required for this project by Conditions 4 and 12 of City
Council Resolution 82-85 approving PA 85-035.3, Hatfield Development Corporation Investec, Inc.; and
WHEREAS, the project is consistent in all respects with the Heritage Tree Ordinance; and
WHEREAS, the project is consistent in all respects with Dublin General Plan and Zoning
Ordinance; and
WHEREAS, the project is consistent in all respects with the conditions of approval of City Council
Resolution 82-85; and
WHEREAS, the project is consistent in all respects with the Heritage Tree Ordinance; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission did hold a public heating on said application on March 25,
2003; and
WHEREAS, proper notice of said heating was given in all respects as required by law; and
WHEREAS, a Staff report was submitted to the Planning Commission recommending approval of
the Site Development Review subject to conditions prepared by Staff; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission did hear and use their independent judgement and
considered all said reports, recommendations and testimony hereinabove set forth.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE Dublin Planning Commission does
hereby make the following findings and determinations regarding said proposed Site Development
Review:
A. The approval of this application (PA 02-055) is consistent with the intent/purpose of
Section 8.104 (Site Development Review) of the Zoning Ordinance.
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The approval of this application, as conditioned, complies with the policies of the General
Plan, the Zoning Ordinance, the Heritage Tree Ordinance and City Council Resolution 82-
85.
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The approval 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 general welfare because all
applicable regulations will have been met.
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Impacts to views have been addressed by sensitive design and siting of the proposed
single-family residence.
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Impacts to existing slopes and topographic features are addressed in the project through the
use of pier and grade beams and by minimal grading.
The approval of this application, as conditioned, is in conformance with regional
transportation plans.
G. The approval of this application, as conditioned, is in the best interests of the public health,
safety and general welfare as the development is consistent with all laws and ordinances and implements
the requirements of the General Plan, the Zoning Ordinance, the Heritage Tree Ordinance and City
Council Resolution 82-85.
H. The proposed physical site development, including the intensity of development, site
layout, grading, vehicular access, circulation and parking, setbacks, height, walls, public safety and
similar elements, as conditioned, have been designed to provide a desirable environment for the
development.
I. Architectural considerations, including the character, scale and quality of the design, the
architectural relationship with the site and, building materials and colors, screening of exterior
appurtenances, exterior lighting and similar elements have been incorporated into the project and as
conditions of approval in order to insure compatibility of this project with the existing character of
surrounding development.
J. Landscape considerations, including the locations, type, size, color, texture and coverage
of plant materials, provisions and similar elements have been considered to insure visual relief and an
attractive environment for the public.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the Dublin Planning Commission
does hereby find that:
The Weisser Site Development Review is consistent with the intent of applicable subdivision
regulations and related ordinances.
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The design and improvements of the Weisser Site Development Review is consistent with the
Dublin General Plan polices as they relate to the subject property in that it is a single-family
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residential development consistent with the Single-Family Residential Designation of the
Dublin General Plan.
The Weisser Site Development Review is consistent with the Heritage Tree Ordinance, City
Council Resolution 82-85 and with the City of Dublin Zoning Ordinance.
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The homeswill be placed on a framework of deep-seated piers and grade beams. This will
minimize grading impacts. Functional padded exterior living areas are proposed in the fi'ont
yard, rear yard, and in raised deck areas. Therefore the site is physically suitable for the type
and intensity of a single-family residential unit.
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The environmental impacts of this project were addressed under the Negative Declaration
prepared for the PA 85-035 Hatfield Development Corporation Planned Development Rezone,
Annexation and Site Development Review of which the subject lots were a part. The Negative
Declaration was prepared in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA), State CEQA Guidelines and the City of Dublin Environmental Guidelines.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT THE City of Dublin Planning
Commission hereby conditionally approves the Site Development Review Application for PA 02-055 to
construct a single family residence on Lot 7 of Block 1 Tract 5073 and further identified as Assessors
Parcel Number 941-2775-36, and as generally depicted by materials labeled Attachment 1, stamped
"approved" and on file in the City of Dublin Planning Department. This approval shall conform to the
project plans submitted by Randy Jones dated received March 10, 2003, the Heritage Tree Protection Plan
for this project dated received December 4, 2000 and the Topographic Survey by Bruce Start dated
received January 31, 2003, by the Department of Community Development, unless modified by the
Conditions of Approval contained below.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
Unless otherwise stated, all Conditions of Approval shall be complied with prior to final occupancy of
any building and shall be subject to Planning Department review and approval. The following codes
represent those departments/agencies responsible for monitoring compliance with 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] Alameda County Fire Dept., [DSR]
Dublin San Ramon Services District, [CO] Alameda County Flood Control and water Conservation
District Zone 7.
GENERAL CONDITIONS
Term. Pursuant to Section 8.96.020(D) (as amended) of the Zoning Ordinance, construction
shall commence within one (1) year of Site Development Review approval, or the Site
Development Review approval shall lapse and become null and void. Commencement of
construction means the actual construction pursuant to the Site Development Review approval, or,
demonstrating substantial progress toward commencing such construction. The original approving
decision-maker may, upon the Applicant's written 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 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.
Responsible Agency: PL
Required By: On-going
Fees. Applicant/Developer shall pay all applicable fees in effect at the time of building permit
issuance, including, but not limited to, Building fees, Dublin San Ramon Services District Fees,
Public Facilities Fees, Dublin Unified School District School Impact fees, City Fire Impact fees;
Alameda County Flood and Water Conservation District (Zone 7) Drainage and Water Connection
fees; and any other fees as applicable.
Responsible Agency: Various
When Required: Various times, but no later than Issuance of Building Permits
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Revocation. The SDR will be revocable for cause in accordance with Section 8.96.020.I of the
Dublin Zoning Ordinance. Any violation of the terms or conditions of this approval shall be
subject to citation. Responsible Agency: PL
Required By: On-going
Required Permits. Applicant/Developer shall comply with the City of Dublin Zoning Ordinance
and obtain all necessary permits required by other agencies (Alameda County Flood Control
District Zone 7, California Department of Fish and Game, Army Corps of Engineers, Regional
Water Quality Control Board, State Water Quality Control Board, Etc.) and shall submit copies of
the permits to the Department of Public Works.
Responsible Agency: Various
When Required: Various times, but no later than Issuance of Building Permits
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Building Codes and Ordinances. All project construction shall conform to all building codes and
ordinances in effect at the time of building permit.
Responsible Agency: Bldg.
When Required: Through Completion
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Compliance. Applicant/Developer shall comply with the City of Dublin Zoning Ordinance, City
Council Resolution 82-85, and the Tree Protection Plan for this project.
Responsible Agency: PL
When Required: Issuance of Building Permits and On-going
Solid Waste/Recycling. Applicant/Developer shall comply with the City's solid waste
management and recycling requirements.
Responsible Agency: ADM,
When Required: On-going
Water Quality Requirements. All development shall meet the water quality requirements of the
City of Dublin's NPDES permit and the Alameda County Urban Runoff Clean Water Program.
Responsible Agency:
Required By:
PW, PL
Issuance of Grading Permit
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Hold Harmiess/Indenmification. Applicant/Developer shall defend, indemnify, and hold
harmless the City of Dublin 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, Director of Community Development, Planning Manager, or any other
department, committee, or agency of the City the Site Development Review 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 Applicant/Developer's duty to so defend,
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indemnify, and hold harmless shall be subject to the City's promptly notifying the
Applicant/Developer of any said claim, action, or proceeding and the City's full cooperation in the
defense of such actions or proceedings.
Required By: Through completion of Improvements and Occupancy of the
last Building
DRAINAGE/GRADING
10.
Grading, drainage and improvement plan. The applicant shall obtain and Grading / Sitework
Permit from the Public Works Department for site grading and improvements.
Responsible Agency: PW
Required By: Grading Permit
11.
Encroachment Permit: The applicant shall obtain an Encroachment Permit from the Public
Works Department for any work within the public street rights of way.
Responsible agency: Public Works
When required: prior to any construction within the street rights of way
12.
Retaining Walls: All retaining walls, installed on property, shall have permits obtained by the
Building Division. Retaining walls shall be designed to support all known surcharges. At any
future point that a new surcharge is added to an existing retaining wall, the wall shall be re-
reviewed for the additional loads.
Responsible Agency: Bldg.
Required By: Prior to start of construction of any retaining walls.
13.
Retaining Walls 30 inches or higher: Retaining walls 30 inches or higher within a walking area
shall have guardrails installed meeting all requirements of the Uniform Building Code.
Responsible Agency: Bldg
Required By: prior to occupancy
14.
Dublin San Ramon Service District (DSRSD) Permit: The applicant shall obtain a construction
permit from the DSRSD for all water and sanitary sewer improvements.
Responsible agency: Public Works
When required: prior to construction of sanitary sewer and water improvements.
15.
Permission to grade on adjacent lot: The applicant shall coordinate all construction and
placement of the retaining walls with the adjacent property owner to the east and obtain written
permission from the property owner for any grading or work to be performed on the adjacent
property.
Responsible agency: Public Works
When required: prior to grading or construction on the adjacent property.
16.
Undocumented fill. Any undocumented fill on the project site shall be removed during the
grading for this project to reduce the level of the ground consistent with the 1985 ground surface
that was approved by the grading permit at that time.
Responsible Agency: PL
When Required: Prior to issuance of Building Permits.
17.
Grading, Drainage and Improvement Plan: The applicant shall prepare a Site Grading,
Drainage and Improvement Plan for review and approval of the Public Works Director. The Plan
shall include as a minimum the following information;
· Existing topography including ground contours at one-foot intervals extending a minimum
10 feet beyond them property limits, and the location of the existing tree trunks and drip
lines (note the drip lines to be accurately shown per the locations on the Topographic
Survey prepared by Bruce W Starr),
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The location of existing improvements including fences and street frontage improvements,
Location and elevation of existing and any proposed changes to the water, sanitary sewer,
gas, electric and CATV services to the lot,
The location of all proposed improvements including the house footprint, decks, patios,
retaining walls, pathways and driveways,
Proposed grading including
o Limits of cut and fill area including the "Daylite" line where the proposed
grading conforms to the existing ground.
o Finish floor elevations.
o Sufficient finish surface elevations on all pavements to show slope and drainage,
o Top, toe and slope of all banks,
o Top, bottom and height of all retaining walls,
o Quantities of cut and fill,
· Proposed drainage improvement including;
o Location and type of all inlets
o Elevations of grate and pipe inverts at all storm drain structures
o Storm drain pipes size, slope and material.
o Location and detail for the outlet dissipater
o Direction of surface flow,
· Construction notes, sections and details as required,
· Proposed grading and improvements on Lot 6 within 10 feet of the common property line,
· Location and elevation for the benchmark to be used for construction,
· Signature blocks for the Public Works Director, Geotechnical Engineer and the DSRSD.
Responsible agency: Public Works
When required: prior to Grading / Sitework Permit
18.
Erosion Control Plan: The applicant shall prepare an Erosion Control Plan for review and
approval of the Public Works Director.
Responsible agency: Public Works
When required: prior to Grading / Sitework Permit
19.
Geotechnical Report: All grading, retaining walls and foundation work shall be performed in
accordance with the recommendations contained in the Geotechnical Report prepared for the site.
The responsible geotechnical engineer shall sign a statement on the Grading, Drainage and
Improvement Plan that all proposed grading, drainage and retaining walls conforms to the
recommendations contained in the Geotechnical Report.
Responsible agency: Public Works
When required: prior to Grading / Sitework Permit
20.
DSRSD Signature: The Grading, Drainage and Improvement Plan shall be signed by DSRSD
approving the sanitary sewer and water facilities. DSRSD will require all fees and agreements to
be completed prior to signing.
Responsible agency: Public Works
When required: prior to Grading / Sitework Permit or Building Permit
21.
Grading and Drainage Design: The grading and drainage shall be designed for the following;
· No surface drainage shall cross the side property lines,
· All retaining walls on the property line shall be concrete or masonry,
· Grading in all areas shall be designed so that there is an emergency surface release of
drainage should the underground drainage system fail,
· All drainage from the developed area of the lot shall be collected and conveyed to a
drainage dissipater in the rear of the lot or to a thru-the-curb drain on the street frontage,
· The bottom tiered retaining wall shall end prior to the property line with lot 6.
Note that the above may require additional drainage inlets on the south side of the house than
shown on the preliminary site, drainage & utility plan.
Responsible agency: Public Works
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When required: prior to Grading / Sitework Permit
Driveways: The driveways approaches shall be constructed in accordance with City Standard
Detail SD-306. The driveway slope between the back of walk and the garage finish floor shall be
less that 12%. If the slope exceeds 12% the driveway profile shall be constructed in accordance to
City Standard Detail CD-305. Any portion of the driveway over 20% shall have special surface
treatment to increase traction.
Responsible agency: Public Works
When required: prior to Grading / Sitework Permit
Erosion Control Landscape: The landscape and irrigation plans shall be design to prevent long
term erosion of the site.
Responsible agency: Public Works
When required:
UTILITIES
24.
Utilities: The applicant shall secure all utility services to the site, including but not limited to
electricity, telephone, cable television, water, sewer and other required utility services in
accordance with the requirements and specifications of the utility company.
Responsible agency: Public Works
When required:
CONSTRUCTION
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Hours of Operation: All construction activities shall be limited to take place between the hours
7:30 AM and 6:00 PM Monday through Friday, except as otherwise approved by the Public
Works Director.
Responsible agency: Public Works
When required: during construction
Erosion control: The contractor is responsible for all measure necessary to prevent erosion of the
site. As a minimum the erosion and sedimentation control measures show on the Erosion Control
Plan shall be in placed from October 1st to April 1st.
Responsible agency: Public Works
When required: during construction
Dust Control: The contractor is responsible for preventing dust problems from the site by
watering graded areas or other palliative measures as conditions warrant or as directed by the
Public Works Director.
Responsible agency: Public Works
When required: during construction
Parking: Construction and workers vehicles shall not park on the north side of Brittany Lane.
Double parking is not allowed.
Responsible agency: Public Works
When required: during construction
Noise Control: Construction shall be conducted in a manner to minimize the impacts on the
existing community which shall include as a minimum the following;
· All construction equipment shall be fitted with noise muffling devices,
· Construction equipment shall not be left idling while not in use,
· Radios and loudspeakers shall not be used outside of the building.
Responsible agency: Public Works
When required: during construction
Trash and Debris Control: Measures shall be taken to contain all construction related trash,
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debris, and materials on site until disposal off-site. The contractor shall keep the adjoining public
streets and properties free and clean of project dirt, trash and construction materials.
Responsible agency: Public Works
When required: during construction
31.
Construction Fence: The applicant shall install a temporary fence/barrier across the rear yard
approximately 10 feet beyond the limits of grading. The fence/barrier shall be placed in such a
manner to restrict construction activities, material storage, trash, and debris from going down
slope of the construction area.
Responsible agency: Public Works
When required: during construction
32.
Damaged Improvements: The applicant shall repair to the satisfaction of the Public Works
Director all damaged street curb, gutter, sidewalk and pavement on the lot frontage.
Responsible agency: Public Works
When required: prior to occupancy
PARKS
34.
Public Facilities Fee. Applicant/Developer shall pay a Public Facilities Fee in the amounts and at
the times set forth in City of Dublin Resolution No. 195-99, or in the amounts and at the times set
forth in any resolution revising the amount of the Public Facilities Fee.
Responsible Agency: PCS
Required By: As indicated in Condition of Approval
ARCHITECTURE
35.
Exterior colors and materials. Exterior colors and materials shall be subject to final review and
approval by the Community Development Director and shall be shown on construction plans.
Responsible Agency: PL
Required By: Prior to building permit
36.
Exterior lighting. Exterior lighting shall be of a design and placement so as not to cause glare
onto adjoining properties. Lighting used after daylight hours shall be minimized to provide for
security needs only.
Responsible Agency: PL
Required By: Ongoing
37.
Fencing and Retaining Walls. The design, location and materials of all fencing and retaining
walls shall be subject to review and approval by the Community Development Director.
Responsible Agency: PL.
When Required: Prior to approval of Final Landscaping and Irrigation Plans.
38.
Finished Floor and Peak of Roof Elevation. A licensed Land Surveyor shall certify that the
finished floor of the room labeled "Foyer" does not exceed 609-feet and the highest point of the
roof ridge does not exceed 624-feet utilizing vertical datum that is subject to review and approval
by the Director of Public Works.
Responsible Agency: PL
When Required: Prior to Close-in Inspection and prior to occupancy.
40.
Increase in height of residences prohibited. The increase in height of residences in this project
beyond that originally approved by the City is prohibited.
LANDSCAPING
41.
42.
Final Landscaping and Irrigation Plan. Applicant/Developer shall submit a Final Landscaping
and Irrigation Plan, conforming to the requirements o£ Section 8.72.030 of the Zoning Ordinance
(unless otherwise required by this Resolution), stamped and approved by the Director o£ Public
Works and the Director of Community Development. The plan should generally con£orm to the
landscaping plan and must reflect any revised project design shown on the Site Development
Review with a later date. Responsible Agency: PL
Required By: Prior to building permit
Wildfire Management Plan. The Final Landscaping and Irrigation Plan shall be in accordance
with the City of Dublin Wildfire Management Plan.
Responsible Agency: F
Required By: Prior to building permit
43.
Installation. Prior to final occupancy approval, all required landscaping and irrigation, shall be
installed.
Responsible Agency: PL, B
Required By: Prior to occupancy
44.
Drought-tolerant and/or native species. The landscape design and construction shall emphasize
drought-tolerant and/or native species wherever possible.
Responsible Agency: PL
Required By: Prior to occupancy
POLICE SECURITY
45.
Residential Security Requirements. The development shall comply with the City of Dublin
Residential Security Requirements. Security hardware must be provided for all doors, windows,
roof, vents, and skylights and any other areas per Dublin Police Services recommendations and
requirements.
Responsible Agency: B, PO
Required By: Prior to Occupancy of first residence
FIRE PROTECTION
46.
47.
Applicable regulations and requirements. The Applicant/Property Owner shall comply with all
applicable regulations and requirements of the Alameda County Fire Department (ACFD),
including payment of all appropriate fees.
Responsible Agency: F
Required By: Ongoing
Fireground operation area.
area. Responsible Agency:
Required By:
The rear yard shall have a minimum 10 foot of fireground operation
F
Ongoing
48.
Rear yard accessibility.
Responsible Agency:
Required By:
The rear yard shall be accessible from both sides of the structure.
F
Ongoing
49.
Roof'mg material. The roofing material shall conform to the City of Dublin Fire Area
specifications which require Class A or better.
Responsible Agency: F
Required By: Prior to issuance of Building Permits
50.
Wildfire Management Plan.
Wildfire Management Plan.
Responsible Agency:
Required By:
Site development shall be in accordance with the City of Dublin
F
Prior to issuance of Building Permits
51.
Water supply. Water supply shall be adequate to support required fire flow.
Responsible Agency: F
Required By: Prior to issuance of Building Permits
52.
Fire Hydrants. The applicant shall construct any required new fire hydrants in streets to City and
Alameda County Fire Department standards. The Developer shall comply with applicable
Alameda County fire Department, Public Works Department, Dublin Police Service, Alameda
County Flood Control District Zone 7 and Dublin San Ramon Services District requirements.
Responsible Agency: F, PW
Required By: Prior to Occupancy of adjacent building
53.
Delivery of any combustible material. Prior to the delivery of any combustible material for
storage on the site, fire hydrants, water supply, and roadways shall be installed and sufficient
water storage and pressure shall be available to the site. Approved roadway shall be first lift of
asphalt.
Responsible Agency: F
Required By: Prior to delivery of any combustible material
DSRSD
54.
Prior to issuance of any building permit, complete improvement plans shall be submitted to
DSRSD that conform to the requirements of the Dublin San Ramon Services District Code, the
DSRSD "Standard Procedures, Specifications and Drawings for Design and Installation of Water
and Wastewater Facilities", all applicable DSRSD Master Plans and all DSRSD policies. Prior to
the issuance of a building permit, all utility connection fees, plan check fees, inspection fees,
permit 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.
Responsible Agency: DSRSD.
Required By: Prior to issuance of Building Permits
55.
Sewers shall be designed to operate by gravity flow to DSRSD's existing sanitary sewer system.
Pumping of sewerage is discouraged and may only be allowed under extreme circumstances
following a case by case review with DSRSD staff. Any pumping station will require specific
review and approval by DSRSD of preliminary design repons, design criteria, and final plans and
specifications. The DSRSD reserves the right to require payment of present worth 20 year
maintenance costs as well as other conditions within a separate agreement with the applicant for
any project that requires a pumping station.
Responsible Agency: DSRSD.
Required By: Ongoing
56.
Prior to the issuance of a building permit, all improvement plans for DSRSD facilities shall be
signed by the District Engineer. Each drawing of improvement plans shall contain a signature
block for the District Engineer indicating approval of the sanitary sewer or water facilities shown.
Prior to approval by the District Engineer, the Applicant shall pay all required DSRSD fees, and
provide an engineer's estimate of construction costs for the sewer and water systems, a
performance bond, a one-year maintenance bond, and a comprehensive general liability insurance
policy in the amounts and forms that are acceptable to DSRSD. The Applicant shall allow at least
15 working days for final improvement drawing review by DSRSD before signature by the
District Engineer.
Responsible Agency: DSRSD.
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Required By: Prior to issuance of Building Permits
57.
No sewer line or water line construction shall be permitted unless the proper utility construction
permit has been issued by DSRSD. A construction permit will only be issued after all of the items
in the condition immediately before this one have been satisfied.
Responsible Agency: DSRSD.
Required By: Ongoing
58.
The Applicant/Property Owner shall hold DSRSD, its Board of Directors, commissions,
employees, and agents of DSRSD harmless and indemnify and defend the same from any
litigation, claims, or fines resulting from completion of the project.
Responsible Agency: DSRSD.
Required By: Ongoing
59.
The Applicant/Property Owner shall obtain a limited construction permit from the DSRSD prior to
commencement of any work.
Responsible Agency: DSRSD.
Required By: Prior to commencement of any work
60.
Construction by Applicant/Developer. All onsite potable and recycled water and wastewater
pipelines and facilities shall be constructed by the Applicant/Developer in accordance with all
DSRSD master plans, standards, specifications and requirements.
Responsible Agency: DSRSD.
Required By: Completion of Improvements
61.
DSRSD Water Facilities. Water facilities must be connected to the DSRSD or other approved
water system, and must be installed at the expense of Applicant/Developer in accordance with
District Standards and Specifications. All material and workmanship for water mains and
appurtenances thereto must conform with all of the requirements of the officially adopted Water
Code of the District and shall be subject to field inspection by the District.
Responsible Agency: DSRSD.
Required By: Completion of Improvements
62.
The applicant shall coordinate with the District and Alameda County Fire Department on required
fire flows.
Responsible Agency: DSRSD.
Required By: Approval of Improvement Plans
MISCELLANEOUS
71.
To apply for building permits, the Applicant shall submit thirteen (13) sets of full construction
plans 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
be complied with. Construction plans will not be accepted without the annotated conditions
attached to each set of plans. The Applicant will be responsible for compliance with all
Conditions of Approval specified and obtaining the approvals of all participating non-City
agencies prior to the issuance of building or grading permits.
Responsible Agency: B, PL, PW.
Required By: Prior to issuance of building permits
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Construction plans. Construction plans shall be fully dimensioned (including building
elevations) accurately drawn (depicting all existing and proposed conditions on site), and prepared
and signed by an appropriately design professional. The site plan, landscape plan and details shall
be consistent with each other.
Responsible Agency: B, PL, PW.
Required By: Prior to issuance of building permits
Postal authorities. The developer shall confer with the local postal authorities to determine the
type of mail receptacles necessary and provide a letter stating their satisfaction with the type of
mail service to be provided. Specific locations for such units shall be to the satisfaction of the
Postal Service. Responsible Agency: PL
When Required: Prior to issuance of Building Permit.
HERITAGE TREES:
74.
A statement shall be prepared and recorded on the title of the subject property, with the Alameda
County Recorders Office, which states that Heritage Trees are located on the subject property and
a Tree Protection Plan has been prepared and any damage to the trees will result in penalties as
required by the City's Heritage Tree Ordinance. The precise language of the deed restriction shall
be submitted by the applicant and shall be subject to review and approval by the Director of
Community Development.
Responsible Agency: PL
When Required: Prior to issuance of Building Permit.
75.
A Tree Protection Zone shall be established 5-feet away from the edge of the drip lines of trees
#346 - 351. No grading, excavation, construction or storage of materials shall occur within this
zone. Any modifications must be approved and monitored by the consulting arborist.
Responsible Agency: PL
When Required: Prior to issuance of Building Permit.
76.
No underground services including utilities, sub-drains, water or sewer lines shall be placed in the
Tree Protection Zone.
Responsible Agency: PL
When Required: Ongoing
77.
Tree Preservation Notes, prepared by the consulting arborist, shall be included on all construction
plans. Responsible Agency: PL
When Required: Prior to issuance of Building Permit
78.
Irrigation systems must be designed so that no trenching will occur within the Tree Protection
Zone. Responsible Agency: PL
When Required: Prior to issuance of Building Permit.
79.
No landscape improvements such as lighting, pavement, drainage or planting may occur which
may negatively affect the health or structural stability of the trees.
Responsible Agency: PL
When Required: Ongoing
80.
Foundations, footings and pavement on expansive soils near the Heritage Trees should be
designed to withstand differential displacement due to expansion and shrinking of the soil.
Responsible Agency: PL
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When Required: Prior to issuance of Building Permit.
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84.
85.
86.
All pruning, including after completion of construction and occupancy, shall be completed by a
Certified Arborist and Tree Worker in the presence of the City's arborist and be in conformance
with the guidelines of the International Society of Arboriculture, Tree Pruning Guidelines, current
edition, on file in the Community Development Department. In addition, pruning shall be in
conformity with the provisions of the Pruning Specifications of the Tree Protection Plan for this
project.
Responsible Agency: PL
When Required: On-going.
The Tree Protection Zone shall completely surround those trees to the satisfaction of the City's
arborist. A fence shall completely surround and define the Tree Protection zone to the satisfaction
of the City's arborist prior to demolition, grubbing or grading. Fences shall be 6 feet tall chain
link or equivalent as approved by the consulting arborist. Fences are to remain until all grading
and construction is completed. All pruning approved by the City' Consulting Arborist shall be in
accordance with the Tree Pruning Guidelines (International Society of Arboriculture) and adhere
to the most recent editions of the American National Standard for Tree Care Operations (Z 133.1)
and Pruning (A300).
Responsible Agency: PL
When Required: Prior to issuance of Grading Permit and Through Construction.
Prior to work the contractor must meet with the City's consulting arborist at the site to review all
work procedures, access routes, storage areas and tree protection measures.
Responsible Agency: PL
When Required: Prior to issuance of Building Permit.
No excess soil, chemicals, debris, equipment or other materials shall be dumped or stored within
the Tree Protection Zone. Spoil from trench, footing, utility or other excavation shall not be placed
within Tree Protection Zone. Responsible Agency: PL
When Required: Prior to issuance of Grading Permit.
If damage should occur to any tree during construction it shall be immediately reported to the
Director of Community Development so that proper treatment may be administered. The Director
will refer to a City selected Arborist to determine the appropriate method of repair of any damage.
The cost of any treatment or repair shall be borne by the developer/applicant responsible for the
development of the project. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a stop work order.
Responsible Agency: PL
When Required: Ongoing
While in the tree, the arborist shall perform an aerial inspection to identify defects that require
treatment. Any additional work needed shall be reported to the Project Arborist.
Responsible Agency: PL
When Required: Ongoing
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87.
Brush shall be chipped and chips shall be spread underneath trees to a maximum depth of 6
inches, leaving the trunk clear of mulch. Wood shall be hauled offthe site. Trees shall not be
climbed with spurs. Thinning cuts are to be employed rather than heading cuts. Trees shall not be
topped or headed back
Responsible Agency: PL
When Required: Ongoing
88.
Vehicles and heavy equipment shall not be parked beneath the trees. If access by equipment is
required to accomplish the specified pruning, the soil surface shall be protected with 6 inches to 8
inches of wood chips before placing equipment or vehicles.
Responsible Agency: PL
When Required: Ongoing
89.
Equipment shall be serviced and fueled outside the tree canopy to avoid accidental spills in the
root area. Responsible Agency: PL
When Required: Ongoing
90.
A certified arborist shall be present on the project site during grading or other construction activity
that may impact the health of the Heritage Trees in this project.
Responsible Agency: PL
When Required: Ongoing
91.
The applicant's arborist shall prepare a Guide to Maintenance for Native Oaks that describes the
care needed to maintain tree health and structural stability including pruning, fertilization,
mulching and pest management as may be required. In addition, the Guide shall address
monitoring both tree health and structural stability of trees. As trees age, the likelihood of failure
of branches or entire trees increases. Therefore, annual inspection for hazard potential should be
addressed in the Guide. A copy of this Guide shall be provided to the homeowner.
Responsible Agency: PL
When Required: Prior to occupancy
92.
The applicant/developer shall guarantee the protection of the Heritage Trees on the project site
through placement of a cash bond or other security deposit in the amount of equal to the valuation
of the trees as determined by the City's selected arborist. The cash bond or other security shall be
retained for a reasonable period of time following the occupancy of the last residence occupied,
not to exceed one year. The cash bond or security is to be released upon satisfaction of the
Director of Community Development that the Heritage Trees have not been endangered. The cash
bond or security deposit shall be forfeited toward payment of the civil penalty, pursuant to Section
5.60.120 for any removal or destruction of a Heritage Tree.
Responsible Agency: PL
When Required: Prior to issuance of Building Permit and Ongoing for up to one-
year beyond occupancy
93.
Any public utility installing or maintaining any overhead wires or underground pipes or conduits
in the vicinity of a Heritage Tree in this project shall obtain permission from the Director of
Community Development before performing any work, which may cause injury to the Heritage
Tree.
Responsible Agency: PL
When Required: Ongoing
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94.
95.
No heritage Tree on the project site shall be removed unless its condition presents an immediate
hazard to life or property. Such Heritage Tree shall be removed only with the approval of the
Director of Community Development, City Engineer, Police Chief, Fire Chief or their designee.
The Fire Marshall has indicated the Heritage Trees conform with the Wildfire Management Plan
and that no Heritage Tree on the project site will be removed pursuant to the Wildfire
Management Plan.
Responsible Agency: PL
When Required: Ongoing
All Oak trees on the project site addressed by the Tree Protection Plan are designated as Heritage
Trees by this Site Development Review and shall be protected by the provisions of the Heritage
Tree Ordinance pursuant to Section 5.60.40.2.
Responsible Agency: PL
When Required: Ongoing
PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED this 25th day of March, 2003.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST
Pl~nn~g Manager
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