HomeMy WebLinkAbout15-43 - Planning Application for Property Located at 2880 Mesa Verde Drive E.RESOLUTION NO. 15-43
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PLANNING APPLICATION PA -14-48, TENTATIVE
TRACT T-17824, & NEGATIVE DECLARATION FOR THE PROPOSED
DEVELOPMENT OF A 2 -STORY, 10 -UNIT DETACHED SINGLE FAMILY
RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2880 MESA VERDE
DRIVE EAST
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA HEREBY RESOLVES AS
FOLLOWS:
WHEREAS, an application was filed by Pinnacle Residential, representing First
Church of Christ Scientist, requesting approval of the following:
1. Initial Study/Negative Declaration.
2. Rezone R-14-05: An ordinance to rezone a 2 -acre site from I&R (Institutional and
Recreational) to R1 (Single Family Residential District). The maximum allowable
General Plan density is 7.26 dwelling units per acre, or a maximum of 14 dwelling
units.
3. Planning Application PA -14-48: A Design Review for the development of a 10 -
unit, two-story, single-family residential development (5 dwelling units per acre
proposed). The units would take access from a 40 -foot wide private street from Mesa
Verde Drive East. The lot sizes range from 8,712 square feet to 6,902 square feet
(excluding the private street); the minimum lot size allowed is 6,000 square feet.
4. Tentative Tract Map T-17824: Subdivision of the property into 10 fee simple lots
for homeownership.
WHEREAS, a duly noticed public hearing was held by the Planning Commission
on June 22, 2015 with all persons having the opportunity to speak and be heard for and
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against the proposal, and recommended approval of the project and its related
entitlements to the City Council.
WHEREAS, a duly noticed public hearing was held by the City Council on July 21,
2015 with all persons having the opportunity to speak and be heard for and against the
proposal.
WHEREAS, the City Council .finds that the Initial Study/Negative Declaration
considers all environmental impacts of the proposed project and a reasonable range of
alternatives, and the Initial Study/Negative Declaration is complete, adequate, and fully
complies with all requirements of CEQA, the CEQA Guidelines, and the City of Costa
Mesa Environmental Guidelines.
WHEREAS, the Initial Study/Negative Declaration for this project reflects the
independent judgment of the City of Costa Mesa.
WHEREAS, the ordinance for Rezone R-14-05 was adopted separately by the City
Council and given first reading.
BE IT RESOLVED that, based on the evidence in the record and the findings
contained in Exhibit A, and subject to the conditions of contained within Exhibits B and
131, respectively, the City Council hereby APPROVES: Planning Application PA -14-48
and Tentative Tract Map 17824 and adopts the Initial Study/Negative Declaration for the
project.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Costa Mesa City Council does hereby find
and determine that adoption of this Resolution is expressly predicated upon the activity
as described in the staff report for Planning Application R-14-05, PA -14-48, and Tentative
Tract Map 17842 and upon the applicant's compliance with each and all of the conditions
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in Exhibits B and B1, and compliance of all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Any
approval granted by this resolution shall be subject to review, modification or revocation
if there is a material change that occurs in the operation, or if the applicant fails to comply
with any of the conditions of approval and/or mitigation measures.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that if any section, division, sentence, clause,
phrase or portion of this resolution, or the documents in the record in support of this
resolution, are for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a decision of any
court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining
provisions.
PAS!�qI) AND POPTED this 21St day of July, 2015.
Stephen M. Mensinger, Mayor
ATTEST:
Brenda Gif�een,.CityClerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
t-horAsybuhrie0ityAttorney
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF ORANGE ) ss
CITY OF COSTA MESA )
I, BRENDA GREEN, City Clerk of the City of Costa Mesa, DO HEREBY CERTIFY that
the above and foregoing is the original of Resolution No. 15-43 and was duly passed and
adopted by the City Council of the City of Costa Mesa at a regular meeting held on the
21 st day of July, 2015, by the following roll call vote, to wit:
AYES:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
NOES:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
ABSENT:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Genis, Monahan, Righeimer, Mensinger
None
Foley
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereby set my hand and affixed the seal of the City of
Costa Mesa this 22nd day of July, 2015.
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Brenda Green, dAy Clerk
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EXHIBIT A
FINDINGS (APPROVAL)
A. The proposed project complies with Title 13, Section 13-29(g)(5), Master Plan, of the
Municipal Code due to the following:
Finding: The project meets the broader goals of the General Plan and the Zoning
Code by exhibiting excellence in design, site planning, integration of uses and
structures and protection of the integrity of neighboring development.
Facts in Support of Findings: The project is consistent with the following
goals and objectives of the General Plan, Land Use Element.
Goal LU -1: It is the goal of the City of Costa Mesa to provide its citizens with a
balanced community of residential, commercial, industrial, recreational, and
institutional uses to satisfy the needs of the social and economic segments of
the population and to retain the residential character of the City, to meet the
competing demands for alternative developments within each land use
classification within reasonable land use intensity limits, and to ensure the long
term viability and productivity of the community's natural and man-made
environments.
Consistency. The project will provide additional ownership housing
opportunities. The infill nature of the proposed project protects the viability of
the natural environment and decreases the need for significant infrastructure
improvements. The project is consistent with this General Plan goal.
• Objective LUA A: Establish and maintain a balance of land uses throughout the
community to preserve the residential character of the City at a level no greater
than can be supported by the infrastructure.
Consistency. The project is an infill redevelopment project with residential
uses. Adequate infrastructure (i.e., roads, emergency, and utility services) is
available to serve the proposed project. Therefore, the project is consistent with
this General Plan objective.
• Objective LU -1 A.4: Strongly encourage the development of low-density
residential uses and owner -occupied housing where feasible to improve the
balance between rental and ownership housing opportunities.
Consistency. The project is consistent with the Low Density Residential
General Plan Designation of the property and is designed for owner -occupied
housing units. Therefore, the project is consistent with this General Plan
objective.
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• Objective LU -1 F.5: Provide opportunities for the development of well planned
and designed projects which, through vertical or horizontal integration, provide
for the development of compatible residential uses within a single project or
neighborhood.
Consistency. The project has been designed with appropriate building
articulation, setbacks and offsets to ensure that it is compatible with surrounding
properties and uses. Therefore, the project is consistent with this General Plan
objective.
• Goal LU -2: It is the goal of the City of Costa Mesa to establish development
policies that will create and maintain an aesthetically pleasing and functional
environment and minimize impacts on existing physical and social resources.
Consistency. The project would allow for the redevelopment of property
containing church buildings. On-site vegetation is minimal. The proposed
project would enhance the visual appearance of the site through implementation
of the proposed landscape plan. In addition, the project would provide a high-
quality architectural design to the project area. As required by a standard
condition of approval on the project, perimeter wall treatments will be reviewed
to ensure that landscaping is provided to soften the edges of the development
and compatibility with the surrounding area. As a result, the proposed project is
supportive of this General Plan goal.
• Objective LU -2A: Encourage new development and redevelopment to improve
and maintain the quality of the environment.
Consistency. As discussed later in this report, the project is categorically
exempt per the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA),
which means that the proposed project will not create an adverse impact on the
environment. Because the project is an infill development, it would not result in
the loss of any habitat, or require extensive infrastructure improvements to
provide service to the site. Therefore, the project is consistent with this objective.
The proposed project meets or exceeds the intent of the City's Zoning Code with regard
to the development standards for the R1 zone, including lot sizes, building setbacks,
open space, and on-site parking; specifically, as noted below.
• The proiect exhibits excellence in design. site olannina. integration of uses and
structures, and protect the integrity of neighboring development. The project will
provide a single-family infill development that will be complementary to an urban
setting. The proposed architecture and site design will enhance the street view and
will be compatible with existing development in the area. The overall architectural
design promotes excellence and compatibility. The variety of building elevations,
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materials and staggered massing diminishes the boxy design appearance
consistent with the City's Residential Design Guidelines.
• The project will provide on-site parking spaces that exceeds current Parkin_g
standards (40 spaces required, 50 spaces proposed). In addition to the 2 -car (with
an optional third) garage spaces, parking is provided in the individual driveways
leading to each garage and within the private street to provide convenient parking
for future guests within the development.
The proiect exceeds the minimum reauirements for open saace in the form of a
large private yards for each unit. Additionally, park fees in the amount of
$135,720.00 is required to be paid to the City. The minimum required open space
for this project is 40%; the project provides 47% total open space. Additionally,
park fees in the amount of $135,720.00 is required to be paid for the project.
B. The proposed tentative tract map complies with Costa Mesa Municipal Code Section
13-29(8)(13) because:
Finding: The creation of the subdivision and related improvements is consistent
with the General Plan and the Zoning Code.
Facts in Support of Findings: The creation of the subdivision is consistent
with General Plan Land Use Element in that the project complies with
Objectives 1A.4, 2A.7, and 2A.8 by developing owner -occupied housing to
improve the balance between rental and ownership housing opportunities, the
project provides sufficient easements as a common interest development, and
encourages increased private market investment in declining or deteriorating
neighborhoods. The subdivision complies with the State Subdivision Map Act.
Finding: The proposed use of the subdivision is compatible with the General Plan.
Facts in Support of Findings: The LDR (Low Density Residential) General
Plan Land Use designation allows residential development of up to 8 dwelling
units/acre on this site; the proposed project is 5 dwelling units/acre and complies
with all other applicable provisions of the Zoning Code for residential
developments in the R1 zone.
Finding: The subject property is physically suitable to accommodate the subdivision
in terms of type, design, and density of development, and will not result in substantial
environmental damage nor public health problems, based on compliance with the
Zoning Code and General Plan, and consideration of appropriate environmental
information.
Facts in Support of Findings: The overall design reflects a quality project
that is consistent with the intent of the Zoning Code and General Plan. The
project is categorically exempt per the provisions of the California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA), which means that the proposed project will not create an
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adverse impact on the environment.
Finding: The design of the subdivision provides, to the extent feasible, for future
passive or natural heating and cooling opportunities in the subdivision, as required
by State Government Code Section 66473.1.
Facts in Support of Findings: The proposed buildings include openings in
an east -west direction to take advantage of passive solar heating as well as
passive ventilation from ocean breezes. The inclusion of trees will also help
provide shade to the residential units within the development.
Finding: The subdivision and development of the property will not unreasonably
interfere with the free and complete exercise of the public entity and/or public utility
rights-of-way and/or easements within the tract.
Facts in Support of Findings: As conditioned, the proposed project does
not interfere with the public right-of-way. The recommended improvements
along the public streets abutting the project site will improve the public right-
of-ways for vehicular and pedestrian traffic.
Finding: The discharge of sewage from this subdivision into the public sewer system
will not violate the requirements of the California Regional Water Quality Control
Board pursuant to Division 7 (commencing with Section 13000 of the Water Code).
Facts in Support of Findings: The applicant will be required to comply with all
regulations set forth by the Costa Mesa Sanitation District as well as the Mesa
Water District.
C. The project has been reviewed for compliance with the California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA), the CEQA Guidelines, and the City's environmental procedures.
An Initial Study/Negative Declaration (IS/ND) has been prepared for the project in
accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). If any of these
conditions are removed, the decision-making body must make a finding that the project
will not result in significant environmental impacts, that the conditions are within the
responsibility and jurisdiction of another public agency, or that specific economic, social
or other considerations make the mitigation measures infeasible.
D. The project, as conditioned, is consistent with Chapter XII, Article 3, Transportation
System Management, of Title 13 of the Costa Mesa Municipal Code in that the
development project's traffic impacts will be mitigated at all affected intersections and
by the payment of traffic impact fees.
E. The proposed buildings are an excessive distance from the street necessitating fire
apparatus access and provisions of on-site fire hydrants.
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EXHIBIT B
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
Ping. 1. The expiration of Planning Application PA -14-48 shall coincide with the
expiration of the approval of the Tentative Tract Map 17824 which is valid
for two years. An extension request is needed to extend the expiration for
each additional year after the initial two-year period.
2. The conditions of approval, code requirements, and special district
requirements of PA -14-48 and T-17824 shall be blueprinted on the face of
the site plan as part of the plan check submittal package.
3. A decorative perimeter block wall a minimum of 6 feet in height shall be
constructed along the boundaries of the site, prior to issuance of
certificates of occupancy unless otherwise approved by the Development
Services Director. Where walls on adjacent properties already exist, the
applicant shall work with the adjacent property owner(s) to prevent side-
by-side walls with gaps in between them.
4. The interior fences or walls between the units shall be a minimum of six
feet in height. All private property fencing shall consist of stained and pre-
treated lumber materials (i.e. redwood for example) and not unstained pine
planks.
5.
The perimeter walls along Mesa Verde Drive East shall incorporate
landscape planters between the wall and back of public sidewalk, with
landscape materials subject to the approval by the Development Services
Director.
6.
Prior to issuance of building permits, a final landscape plan indicating the
landscape palette and the design/material of paved areas shall be
submitted for review and approval by the Planning Division. The private
cul de sac shall also be enhanced with pervious pavers, colored concrete, or
other treatment to the satisfaction of the Development Services Director.
7.
Landscaping and irrigation shall be installed in accordance with the
approved plans prior to final inspection or occupancy clearance.
8.
Prior to issuance of building permits, developer shall contact the U.S.
Postal Service with regard to location and design of mail delivery facilities.
Such facilities shall be shown on the site plan, landscape plan, and/or floor
plan.
9.
If the project is constructed in phases, the perimeter wall, landscaping
along the frontages, and irrigation shall be installed prior to the release of
utilities for the first phase.
10.
No modification(s) of the approved building elevations including, but not
limited to, change of architectural type, changes that increase the building
height, removal of building articulation, or a change of the finish
material(s), shall be made during construction without prior Planning
Division written approval. Specifically, enhancements to the rear and side
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elevations shall include enhanced detailing including articulation, projections
and use of varied building materials as required in the City's Residential
Design Guidelines, and shall not be modified unless otherwise approved by
the Development Services Director as consistent with the architectural
design and features of the proposed development. Failure to obtain prior
Planning Division approval of the modification could result in the
requirement of the applicant to (re)process the modification through a
discretionary review process or a variance, or in the requirement to modify
the construction to reflect the approved plans.
11. Prior to issuance of grading permits, developer shall submit for review and
approval a Construction Management Plan. This plan features methods to
minimize disruption to the neighboring residential uses to the fullest extent
that is reasonable and practicable. The plan shall include construction
parking and vehicle access and specifying staging areas and delivery and
hauling truck routes. The plan should mitigate disruption to residents
during construction. The truck route plan shall preclude truck routes
through residential areas and major truck traffic during peak hours. The
total truck trips to the site shall not exceed 200 trucks per day (i.e., 100
truck trips to the site plus 100 truck trips from the site) unless approved by
the Development Services Director or Transportation Services Manager.
12. The subject property's ultimate finished grade level may not be filled/raised
in excess of 36 inches above the finished grade of any abutting property.
If additional fill dirt is needed to provide acceptable on-site storm water
flow to a public street, an alternative means of accommodating that
drainage shall be approved by the City's Building Official prior to issuance
of any grading or building permits. Such alternatives may include
subsurface tie-in to public storm water facilities, subsurface drainage
collection systems and/or sumps with mechanical pump discharge in -lieu
of gravity flow. If mechanical pump method is determined appropriate,
said mechanical pump(s) shall continuously be maintained in working
order. In any case, development of subject property shall preserve or
improve the existing pattern of drainage on abutting properties.
13. The applicant shall contact the Planning Division to arrange a Planning
inspection of the site prior to the release of occupancy/utilities. This
inspection is to confirm that the conditions of approval and code
requirements have been satisfied.
14. Trash facilities shall be screened from view, and designed and located
appropriately to minimize potential noise and odor impacts to residential
areas.
15. To avoid an alley -like appearance, the private street shall not be
developed with a center concrete swale. The private street shall be
complemented by stamped concrete or pervious pavers. Any future vehicle
gate along Mesa Verde Drive shall be subject to the review and approval by
the Transportation Services Manager.
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16. Prior to issuance of building permits, the applicant shall provide the
Conditions, Covenants, and Restrictions (CC&Rs) to the Development
Services Director and City Attorney's office for review. The CC&Rs must be
in a form and substance acceptable to, and shall be approved by the
Development Services Director and City Attorney's office.
a.
The CC&Rs shall contain provisions requiring that the maintenance
association effectively manage parking and contract with a towing
service to enforce the parking regulations.
b.
The CC&Rs shall also contain provisions related to night-time lighting
and active use of the common areas. These provisions shall prohibit
amplified noise, loud parties/gatherings, night-time lighting after 9:00
PM other than for security purposes, or any other activities that may
be disruptive to the quiet enjoyment of neighboring properties after
9:00 PM.
c.
The CC&Rs shall also contain provisions related to preservation and
maintenance of the private street and perimeter landscaping in
perpetuity by the maintenance association. The CC&Rs shall also
contain the buyer's notice as an exhibit.
d.
The CC&R's shall contain restrictions requiring residents to park
vehicles in garage spaces provided for each unit. Storage of other
items may occur only to the extent that vehicles may still be parked
within the required garage at the number for which the garage was
originally designed and to allow for inspections by the association to
verify compliance with this condition.
e.
The CC&Rs shall contain provisions requiring that the maintenance
association submit a signed affidavit to the City of Costa Mesa on
an annual basis to certify the following:
• The two -car garages in the residential community are being
used for vehicle parking by the resident(s).
• The vehicle parking areas within the garage are not
obstructed by storage items, including but not limited to, toys,
clothing, tools, boxes, equipment, etc.
• The resident(s) have consented to voluntary inspections of
the garage to verify the parking availability, as needed.
• The form and content of the affidavit shall be provided by the
City Attorney's office. Failure to file the annual affidavit is
considered a violation of this condition.
f.
Open parking spaces on the private street shall be open, unassigned,
and available for all guest of the development. Proper signage
indicating a tow -away zone shall be required.
g.
Any subsequent revisions to the CC&Rs related to these provisions
must be reviewed and approved by the City Attorney's office and the
Development Services Director before they become effective.
17. The
CC&Rs shall be recorded and a Maintenance Association be
established
prior to issuance of certificates of occupancy.
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18. Prior to issuance of building permits, the applicant shall provide proof of
recordation of Tract Map 17824.
19. Transformers, backflow preventers, and any other approved above-
ground utility improvement shall be located outside of the required street
setback area and shall be screened from view, under direction of Planning
staff. Any deviation from this requirement shall be subject to review and
approval of the Development Services Director.
20. Prior to release of any utilities, the applicant shall provide proof of
establishment of a maintenance association.
21. Priorto the issuance of Building Permits, the Applicant shall submit a Lighting
Plan and Photometric Study for the approval of the City's Development
Services Department. The Lighting Plan shall demonstrate compliance with
the following:
a. The mounting height of lights on light standards shall not exceed 18
feet in any location on the Project site unless approved by the
Development Services Director.
b. The intensity and location of lights on buildings shall be subject to the
Development Services Director's approval.
c. All site lighting fixtures shall be provided with a flat glass lens.
Photometric calculations shall indicate the effect of the flat glass lens
fixture efficiency.
d. Lighting design and layout shall limit spill light to no more than 0.5 foot
candle at the property line of the surrounding neighbors, consistent
with the level of lighting that is deemed necessary for safety and
security purposes on site.
e. Glare shields may be required for select light standards.
22. All construction contractors shall comply with South Coast Air Quality
Management District (SCAQMD) regulations, including Rule 403, Fugitive
Dust. All grading (regardless of acreage) shall apply best available control
measures for fugitive dust in accordance with Rule 403. To ensure that the
project is in full compliance with applicable SCAQMD dust regulations and
that there is no nuisance impact off the site, the contractor would implement
each of the following:
a. Moisten soil not more than 15 minutes prior to moving soil or conduct
whatever watering is necessary to prevent visible dust emissions from
exceeding 100 feet in any direction.
b. Apply chemical stabilizers to disturbed surface areas (completed
grading areas) within five days of completing grading or apply dust
suppressants or vegetation sufficient to maintain a stabilized surface.
c. Water excavated soil piles hourly or covered with temporary
coverings.
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d. Water exposed surfaces at least twice a day under calm conditions.
Water as often as needed on windy days when winds are less than
25 miles per day or during very dry weather in order to maintain a
surface crust and prevent the release of visible emissions from the
construction site.
e. Wash mud -covered tired and under -carriages of trucks leaving
construction sites.
f. Provide for street sweeping, as needed, on adjacent roadways to
remove dirt dropped by construction vehicles or mud, which would
otherwise be carried off by trucks departing project sites.
g. Securely cover loads with a tight fitting tarp on any truck leaving the
construction sites to dispose of debris.
h. Cease grading during period when winds exceed 25 miles per hour.
23. Permanently installed wood burning devices are not permitted. A wood
burning device means any fireplace, wood burning heater, or pellet -fueled
wood heater, or any similarly enclosed, permanently installed, indoor or
outdoor device burning any solid fuel for aesthetic or space -heating
purposes, which has a heat input of less than one million British thermal
units per hour.
24. All rubber tired dozers and graders used during the grading phase of
construction shall be powered by Tier 3 engines.
25. The project shall comply with Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations
established by the energy conservation standards. The project Applicant
shall incorporate the following in building plans:
• Double paned glass or window treatment for energy conservation
shall be used in all exterior windows.
• Buildings shall be oriented north/south where feasible.
26. In the event that paleontological resources are encountered during grading
and construction operations, all construction activities shall be temporarily
halted or redirected to permit a qualified paleontologist to assess the find for
significance and, if necessary, develop a paleontological resources impact
mitigation plan (PRIMP) for the review and approval by the City prior to
resuming excavation activities.
27. If human remains are encountered, State Health and Safety Code Section
7050.5 states that no further disturbance shall occur until the County Coroner
has made a determination of origin and disposition pursuant to Public
Resources Code Section 5097.98. The County Coroner must be notified of
the find immediately. If the remains are determined to be prehistoric, the
Coroner will notify the Native American Heritage Commission (NAHC), which
will determine and notify a Most Likely Descendant (MLD). With the
permission of the landowner or his/her authorized representative, the MLD
may inspect the site of the discovery. The MLD shall complete the inspection
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within 24 hours of notification by the NAHC. The MLD may recommend
scientific removal and nondestructive analysis of human remains and items
associated with Native American burials.
28. The applicant shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City, its elected
and appointed officials, agents, officers and employees from any claim,
action, or proceeding (collectively referred to as "proceeding") brought
against the City, its elected and appointed officials, agents, officers or
employees arising out of, or which are in any way related to, the applicant's
project, or any approvals granted by City related to the applicant's project.
The indemnification shall include, but not be limited to, damages, fees and/or
costs awarded against the City, if any, and cost of suit, attorney's fees, and
other costs, liabilities and expenses incurred in connection with such
proceeding whether incurred by the applicant, the City and/or the parties
initiating or bringing such proceeding. This indemnity provision shall include
the applicant's obligation to indemnify the City for all the City's costs, fees,
and damages that the City incurs in enforcing the indemnification provisions
set forth in this section. City shall have the right to choose its own legal
counsel to represent the City's interests, and applicant shall indemnify City
for all such costs incurred by City.
Eng. 29. Comply with the requirements contained in the letter prepared by the City
Engineer (Exhibit 131).
30. Maintain the public right-of-way in a "wet -down" condition to prevent
excessive dust and promptly remove any spillage from the public right-of-
way by sweeping or sprinkling.
CODE REQUIREMENTS
The following list of federal, state and local laws applicable to the project has been
compiled by staff for the applicant's reference. Any reference to "City" pertains to the City
of Costa Mesa.
Ping. 1. All contractors and subcontractors must have valid business licenses to
do business in the City of Costa Mesa. Final inspections, final occupancy
and utility releases will not be granted until all such licenses have been
obtained.
2. Address assignment shall be requested from the Planning Division prior to
submittal of working drawings for plan check. The approved address of
individual units, suites, buildings, etc., shall be blueprinted on the site plan
and on all floor plans in the working drawings.
3. Pay Park fee prior to certificate of occupancy. Applicable fee shall be that
fee in effect at the time the subdivision application is filed with the City.
4. A minimum 20 -foot by 20 -foot clear interior dimension shall be provided
for all 2 -car garages, and a minimum 10 -foot by 20 -foot clear interior
dimension shall be provided for 1 -car garages, if proposed.
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5. Minimum garage door width shall be 16 feet (2 -car garages).
6. All garages shall be provided with automatic garage door openers.
7. Grading materials delivery, equipment operation, and other construction -
related activity shall be limited to be-tween the hours of 7 a.m. and 8 p.m.,
Monday through Friday, and 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday. Construction is
prohibited on Sundays and federal holidays. Exceptions may be made
for activities that will not generate noise audible from off-site, such as
painting and other quiet interior work.
8. Two (2) sets of detailed landscape and irrigation plans, which meet the
requirements set forth in Costa Mesa Municipal Code Sections 13-101
through 13-108 and the City's Water Efficient Landscape Guidelines, shall
be required as part of the project plan check review and approval process.
Plans shall be forwarded to the Planning Division for final approval prior to
issuance of building permits.
9. Two (2) sets of landscape and irrigation plans, approved by the Planning
Division, shall be attached to two of the final building plan sets.
10. All on-site utility services shall be installed underground.
11. Installation of all utility meters shall be performed in a manner so as to
obscure the installation from view from any place on or off the property. The
installation shall be in a manner acceptable to the public utility and shall be
in the form of a vault, wall cabinet, or wall box under the direction of the
Planning Division.
12. Any mechanical equipment such as air-conditioning equipment and duct
work shall be screened from view in a manner approved by the Planning
Division.
Bldg. 13. Comply with the requirements of the 2013 California Building Code, 2013
California Residential Code, 2013 California Electrical Code, 2013
California Mechanical Code, 2013 California Plumbing Code, 2013
California Green Building Standards Code and 2013 California Energy
Code (or the applicable adopted, California Building Code, California
Residential Code, California Electrical Code, California Mechanical Code,
California Plumbing Code, California Green Building Standards, and
California Energy Code at the time of plan submittal or permit issuance)
and California Code of Regulations also known as the California Building
Standards Code, as amended by the City of Costa Mesa. Requirements
for accessibility to sites, facilities, buildings, and elements by individuals
with disability shall comply with Chapter 11 B of the 2013 California
Building Code.
14. Prior to the issuance of Grading Permits, the project Applicant shall
provide the City of Costa Mesa Department of Building Safety with a
geotechnical investigation of the project site detailing recommendations
for remedial grading in order to reduce the potential of onsite soils to
cause unstable conditions. Design, grading, and construction shall be
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21. Fulfill mitigation of off-site traffic impacts at the time of issuance of
occupancy by submitting to the Transportation Services Division the
required traffic impact fee pursuant to the prevailing schedule of charges
adopted by the City Council. NOTE: The Traffic Impact Fee will be
recalculated at the time of issuance of building permit/certificate of
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performed in accordance with the requirements of the California Building
Code applicable at the time of grading, appropriate local grading
regulations, and the recommendations of the geotechnical consultant as
summarized in a final written report, subject to review by the City of Costa
Mesa Department of Building Safety.
15.
Submit a precise grading plan, an erosion control plan and a hydrology
study. If it is determined that a grading plan is not required, a drainage
plan shall be provided. A precise grading plan shall not be required if any
of the following are met:
• An excavation which does not exceed 50 CY on any one site and
which is less than 2 feet in vertical depth, or which does not create a
cut slope greater than 1 Y2:1 (excluding foundation area).
• A fill less than 1 foot in depth placed on natural grade with a slope
flatter than 5:1, which does not exceed 50 CY on any one lot and does
not obstruct a drainage course.
• A fill less than 3 feet in depth, not intended to support structures, which
does not exceed 50 CY on any one lot and does not obstruct a
drainage course.
16.
Submit a soils .report for this project. Soils report recommendations shall
be blueprinted on both the architectural and grading plans. For existing
slopes or when new slopes are proposed, the Soils Report shall address
how existing slopes or the new slopes will be maintained to avoid erosion
or future failure.
17.
On graded sites the top of exterior foundation shall extend above the
elevation of the street gutter at point of discharge or the inlet of an
approved discharge devise a minimum of 12 inches plus 2 percent. 2013
California Building Code CRC 403.1.7.3.
18.
Lots shall be graded to drain surface water away from foundation walls.
The grade shall fall a minimum of six inches within the first 10 feet. CRC
R401.3.
19.
Projections, including eaves, shall be one-hour fire resistive construction,
heavy timber or of noncombustible material if they project into the 5 feet
(setback area from the property line). They may project a maximum of 12
inches beyond the 3 foot setback. CRC Tables R302.1(1) and R302.1(2).
Trans. 20.
Construct all proposed driveway approaches to comply with city
standards.
21. Fulfill mitigation of off-site traffic impacts at the time of issuance of
occupancy by submitting to the Transportation Services Division the
required traffic impact fee pursuant to the prevailing schedule of charges
adopted by the City Council. NOTE: The Traffic Impact Fee will be
recalculated at the time of issuance of building permit/certificate of
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occupancy based upon any changes in the prevailing schedule of charges
adopted by the City Council and in effect at that time.
22. Close unused drive approaches, or portion of, with full height curb and
gutter that comply with City Standards.
Fire 23. Prior to the issuance of a Building Permit, the City of Costa Mesa Fire
Department shall review and approve the project design features to
assess compliance with the California Building Code and California Fire
Code.
24. Provide "blue dot" reflective markers for all on-site fire hydrants.
25. The project shall provide an automatic fire sprinkler system according to
NFPA 13 R.
Street 26. Plant eight (8) 24" Box Arbutus `Marina' (single trunk/standard form) in
Trees expanded planter to be 5' (not 3') in width along Mesa Verde Drive East
frontage. Proposed Pyrus calleryana 'Aristocrat' on Andros Street change
to 24" Box Pyrus calleryana 'Redspire'. Items to be incorporated into site
landscape plan. Responsibility for the maintenance of proposed landscape
planters along Mesa Verde Drive East should be determined and
documented as binding.
WQMP 27. In order to comply with the 2003 DAMP, the proposed project shall prepare
a Storm Drain Plan, Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP), and
Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) conforming to the current
National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) requirements,
prepared by a Licensed Civil Engineer or Environmental Engineer, which
shall be submitted to the Department of Public Works for review and
approval.
28. The project shall comply with the NPDES requirements, as follows:
a. Construction General Permit Notice of Intent (NOI) Design: Prior to
the issuance of preliminary or precise grading permits, the project
Applicant shall provide the City Engineer with evidence that an NOI
has been filed with the Storm Water Resources Control Board
(SWRCB). Such evidence shall consist of a copy of the NOI
stamped by the SWRCB or Regional Water Quality Control Board
(RWQCB), or a letter from either agency stating that the NOI has
been filed.
b. Construction Phase Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan
(SWPPP): Prior to the issuance of grading permits, the Applicant
shall prepare a SWPPP that complies with the Construction General
Permit and will include at a minimum the following:
• Discuss in detail the BMPs planned for the project related to
control of sediment and erosion, non -sediment pollutants,
and potential pollutants in non -storm water discharges;
• Describe post -construction BMPs for the project;
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• Explain the maintenance program for the project's BMPs.
c. List the parties responsible for the SWPPP implementation and the
BMP maintenance during and after grading. The project Applicant
shall implement the SWPPP and modify the SWPPP as directed by
the Construction General Permit.
29. A WQMP shall be maintained and updated as needed to satisfy the
requirements of the adopted NPDES program. The plan shall ensure that
the existing water quality measures for all improved phases of the project
are adhered to.
30. Location of the BMPs shall not be within the public right-of-way.
31. During demolition, grading, and excavation, workers shall comply with the
requirements of Title 8 of the California Code of Regulations, Section 1529,
which provides for exposure limits, exposure monitoring, respiratory
protection, and good working practices by workers exposed to asbestos.
Asbestos -contaminated debris and other wastes shall be managed and
disposed of in accordance with the applicable provision of the California
Health and Safety Code.
32. During demolition, grading, and excavation, workers shall comply with the
requirements of Title 8 of the California Code of Regulations, Section
1532.1, which provides for exposure limits, exposure monitoring, respiratory
protection, and good working practice by workers exposed to lead. Lead -
contaminated debris and other wastes shall be managed and disposed of
in accordance with the applicable provision of the California Health and
Safety Code.
33. Prior to demolition activities, removal and/or abatement of asbestos
containing building materials, lead based paints, and hazardous materials
associated with the existing building materials, an investigation shall be
conducted by a qualified environmental professional in consultation with the
Costa Mesa Fire Department. An asbestos and hazardous materials
abatement plan shall be developed by the qualified environmental
professional, in order to clearly define the scope and objective of the
abatement activities. The Applicant shall conduct demolition consistent with
the abatement plan, applicable state requirements and City standard
conditions.
34. As final building plans are submitted to the City of Costa Mesa for review
and approval, the Costa Mesa Police Department shall review all plans for
the purpose of ensuring that design requirements are incorporated into the
building design to increase safety and avoid unsafe conditions. These
measures focus on security measures are recommended by the Police
Department, including but not limited to, the following:
• Lighting shall be provided in open areas and parking lots.
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• Required building address numbers shall be readily apparent from
the street and rooftop building identification shall be readily apparent
from police helicopters for emergency response agencies.
• Landscaping requirements (e.g. minimize use of hedges, use of low
height shrubs for greater visibility).
• Emergency vehicle parking areas shall be designated within
proximity to buildings.
• Prior to the issuance of a Building Permit, the City of Costa Mesa
Police Department shall review and approve the developer's project
design features to satisfy local requirements. The applicant shall
then pay the appropriate fee in effect to mitigate the project's
proportionate impact to additional demands on police protection
services, if any.
SPECIAL DISTRICT REQUIREMENTS
The requirements of the following special districts are hereby forwarded to the applicant:
Sani. 1. Applicant will be required to construct sewers to serve this project, at his
own expense, meeting the approval of the Costa Mesa Sanitary District.
2. County Sanitation District fees, fixture fees, inspection fees, and sewer
permit are required prior to installation of sewer.
3. Applicant shall submit a plan showing sewer improvements that meets the
District Engineer's approval to the Building Division as part of the plans
submitted for plan check.
4. The applicant is required to contact the Costa Mesa Sanitary District at (714)
754-5307 to arrange final sign -off prior to certificate of occupancy being
released.
5. Unless an off-site trash hauler is being used, applicant shall contact the
Costa Mesa Sanitary District at (714) 754-5043 to pay trash collection
program fees and arrange for service for all new residences. Residences
using bin or dumpster services are exempt from this requirement.
6. Applicant shall contact Costa Mesa Sanitary District at (949) 654-8400 for
any additional district requirements.
AQMD 7. Applicant shall contact the Air Quality Management District (AQMD) at (800)
288-7664 for potential additional conditions of development or for additional
permits required by AQMD.
Water 8. Customer shall contact the Mesa Water District — Engineering Desk and
submit an application and plans for project review. Customer must obtain
a letter of approval and a letter of project completion from Mesa Water
District.
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School 9. Pay applicable Newport Mesa Unified School District fees to the Building
Division prior is issuance of building permits.
State 10. Comply with the requirements of the California Department of Food and
Agriculture (CDFA) to determine if red imported fire ants (RIFA) exist on the
property prior to any soil movement or excavation. Call CDFA at (714) 708-
1910 for information.
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EXHIBIT 131
June 18, 2015
CITIf OF COSTA MESA
P,O. BOX 1200 77 FAIR DRIVE - CALIFORNIA 92628-1200
FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SERVICESIENGINEERING DIVISION
Costa Mesa Planning Commission
City of Costa Mesa
77 Fair Drive
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
SUBJECT: Tentative Tract No. 1782
LOCATION: 2880 Mesa Verde Drive East
Dear Commissioners:
Tentative Tract Map No. 17824 as furnished by the Planning Division for review by the Public
Services Department consists of subdividing one parcel into ten numbered lots and one lettered
lot. Tentative Tract Map No. 17824 meets with the approval of the Public Services Department,
subject to the following conditions:
1. The Tract shall be developed in full compliance with the State Map Act and the City of Costa
Mesa Municipal Code (C.C.M.M.C.), except as authorized by the Costa Mesa City Council
and/or Planning Commission. The attention of the Subdivider and his engineer is directed to
Section 13-208 through 13-261 inclusive, of the Municipal Code.
2. The Subdivider shall conduct soil investigations and provide the results to the City of Costa
Mesa Engineering and Building Divisions pursuant to Ordinance 97-11.
3. Two copies of the Final Tract Map shall be submitted to the Engineering Division for checking.
Map check fee shall be paid per C.C.M.M.C. Section 13-231.
4. A current copy of the title search shall be submitted to the Engineering Division with the first
submittal of the Final Tract Map.
5. Dedicate an ingress/egress easement to the City for emergency and public security vehicles
purposes only. Maintenance of easement shall be the sole responsibility of a Homeowners
Association formed to conform to Section 13-41 (e) of the C.C.M.M.C.
6. Vehicular and pedestrian access rights to Mesa Verde Drive East and Andros Street shall be
released and relinquished to the City of Costa Mesa except at approved access locations.
7. Obtain a permit from the City of Costa Mesa, Engineering Division, at the time of development
and then remove any existing driveways and/or curb depressions that will not be used and
replace with full height curb and sidewalk.
8. Applicant/Developer is hereby advised that no removal of trees from the public right-of-way
will be permitted without specific approval from the Parks and Recreation Commission and
compliance with mitigation measures as determined by the Commission to relocate the trees
and/or to compensate the City for the loss -of trees from the public right-of-way. Conditions of
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the Commission must be incorporated onto the plans prior to plan approval. The approval
process may take up to three months, therefore, the applicant/developer is advised to identify
all trees affected by the proposed project and make timely application to the Parks and
Recreation Commission to avoid possible delays.
9. Submit for approval to the City of Costa Mesa, Engineering Division, Street Improvement
Plans that show Sewer and Water improvements, prepared by a Civil Engineer.
10. The Subdivider shall submit a cash deposit of $730 for street sweeping at time of issuance of
a Construction Access permit. Full amount of deposit shall be maintained on a monthly basis
prior to and during construction until completion of project.
11. Fulfill City of Costa Mesa Drainage Ordinance No. 06-19 requirements prior to approval of
Final Tract Map
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12. The Subdivider's engineers shall furnish the Engineering Division a storm runoff study
showing existing and proposed facilities and the method of draining this area and tributary
areas without exceeding the capacity of any street or drainage facility on-site or off-site. This
study to be furnished with the first submittal of the Final Tract Map. Cross lot drainage shall
not occur.
13. Ownership and maintenance of the private on-site drainage facilities and parkway culverts
and other common areas shall be transferred by the owner to the Homeowner Association to
be formed pursuant to C.C.M. M.C. Section 13-41 (e) and said association shall indemnify and
hold harmless the City for any liability arising out of or in any way associated with the
connection of the private drainage system with the City's drainage system and shall execute
and deliver to the City the standard (indemnity) Hold Harmless Agreement required for such
conditions prior to issuance of permits.
14. Sewer improvements shall meet the approval of the Costa Mesa Sanitary District; call (949)
631-1731 for information.
15. Water system improvements shall meet the approval of Mesa Consolidated Water District;
call (949) 631-1200 for information.
16. Dedicate easements as needed for public utilities._
17. Prior to recordation of a Final Tract Map, the surveyorlengineer preparing the map shall tie
the boundary of the map into the Horizontal Control System established by the County
Surveyor in a manner described in Subarticle 12, Section 7-9-337 of the Orange County
Subdivision Code.
18. Prior to recordation of a Final Tract Map, the surveyor/engineer preparing the map shall submit
to the County Surveyor a digital -graphics file of said map in a manner described in Subarticle
12, Section 7-9-337 of the Orange County Subdivision Code.
19. Survey monuments shall be preserved and referenced before construction and replaced after
construction, pursuant to Section 8771 of the Business and Profession Code.
20. The elevations shown on all plans shall be on Orange County benchmark datum.
21. Prior to recordation of a Final Tract Map, submit required cash deposit or surety bond to
guarantee monumentation. Deposit amount to be determined by the City Engineer.
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22. Prior to occupancy on the Tract, the surveyor/engineer shall submit to the City Engineer a
Digital Graphic File, reproducible mylar of the recorded Tract Map, and approved off-site plan
and nine copies of the recorded Tract Map.
erely;
asitia Fazeli, P. E.
City Engineer
(Engr. 2015/Planning Commission Tract 17824)
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