HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC RES 4398 RESOLUTION NO. 4398
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
2019-00001, DESIGN REVIEW 2019-00005, AND LOT LINE
ADJUSTMENT 2019-00001 FOR JOINT-USE PARKING, SITE AND
BUILDING IMPROVEMENTS,AND A LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT AT THE
EXISTING BROADCASTING FACILITY LOCATED AT 2442 MICHELLE
DRIVE, 14131, 14152, AND 14171 CHAMBERS ROAD, AND 14101
AND 14131 FRANKLIN AVENUE.
The Planning Commission of the City of Tustin does hereby resolve as follows:
I. The Planning Commission finds and determines as follows:
A. That a proper application for CUP 2019-00001, DR 2019-00005, and LLA 2019-
00001 was submitted by Douglas S. Ely of DSEA Inc. on behalf of Trinity Christian
Center of Santa Ana doing business as Trinity Broadcasting Network for the
project, which includes requests for joint-use parking; fagade, landscape, and
hardscape improvements, including modified parking stalls; and a lot line
adjustment for the consolidation of four(4) parcels into one (1) parcel at an existing
broadcasting facility at 2442 Michelle Drive; 14131, 14152, and 14171 Chambers
Road; and 14101 and 14131 Franklin Avenue.
B. That the development application includes the following requests:
1. CUP 2019-00001 for the establishment of joint-use parking.
2. DR 2019-00005 for the design and site layout associated with fagade,
landscape and hardscape improvements, including modified parking stalls.
3. LLA 2019-00001 to modify lot lines to consolidate four_�4) lots into one (1)
parcel.
C. That the site is zoned as Planned Community Industrial (PC-IND) and designated as
Planned Community Commercial/Business by the Tustin General Plan. In addition,
the project has been reviewed for consistency with the Air Quality Sub-element of the
City of Tustin General Plan and has been determined to be consistent with the Air
Quality Sub-element.
D. That LLA 2019-00001 can be supported by the following findings:
1. The LLA involves four (4) existing adjoining parcels.
2. That no more than four(4) parcels will result from the LLA.
3. The resulting parcel from the LLA will conform to the Tustin General Plan.
SOURCE CODES
(1) STANDARD CONDITION (5) RESPONSIBLE AGENCY REQUIREMENT
(2) CEQA MITIGATION (6) LANDSCAPING GUIDELINES
(3) BUILDING CODE (7) PCICC POLICY
(4) DESIGN REVIEW *"* EXCEPTION
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E. That Tustin City Code (TCC) Section 9264 allows for parking spaces to be shared
among all properties on the project site and for parking spaces to be used jointly
for uses with different peak hours of operation with the approval of a CUP, and a
CUP can be supported by the following findings:
1. That a revised Parking Study dated December 29, 2019, was prepared by
a licensed traffic engineer (Denis R. Bilodeau of Infrastructure Group Inc.)
in accordance with TCC Section 9264.
2. That the revised Parking Study has been reviewed and accepted by the
City's Traffic Engineer for methodology and accuracy.
3. That the project site will provide a minimum of 270 parking spaces.
4. That pursuant to TCC 9263 and the Planned Community District
Regulations, the proposed uses at the site upon full interior build-out would
require a minimum of 270 parking spaces to accommodate all uses (four
(4) production studios with one (1) per address operating concurrently).
The parking demand analysis determined a current peak use of 166
spaces; that adequate parking is available; and, no substantial conflict will
exist in the peak hours of parking demand for the facility for the proposed
uses.
5. That all of the on-site parking spaces are designated for joint-use and are
located such that they will adequately serve the uses for which they are
intended.
6. That the proposed uses, as conditioned, will not have a negative effect on
surrounding properties, or impact traffic based on the availability of parking
in that sufficient parking would be available on-site.
7. That any change to the uses on-site may require a new parking demand
analysis to be reviewed and approved by the City.
8. That a written agreement is required to be recorded on each property
involved to ensure the continued availability of the number of parking
spaces designated for joint-use and the availability of reciprocal access
easements.
F. Pursuant to Section 9272 of the Tustin Municipal Code, the Planning Commission
finds that the location, size, architectural features, and general appearance of the
proposed project will not impair the orderly and harmonious development of the area,
the present or future development therein, or the occupancy as a whole. In making
such findings, the Commission has considered at least the following items:
1. Height, bulk, and area of buildings—No significant changes are proposed
to the height, bulk, and area of the existing buildings in that the proposed
project includes fagade enhancements that only project up to a total
height of about 38.5 feet, and the building heights are similar to other
buildings in the area.
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2. Setbacks and site planning — No significant changes to the existing
building setbacks are proposed. Site changes include driveway
reconfigurations which will improve on-site circulation and site access
from the adjacent public streets.
3. Exterior materials and colors -- The proposed exterior materials and
colors are appropriate for the area in that the design provides a
contemporary appearance and visual statement that engages passersby
and visitors with its simple lines and glass exterior.
4. Type and pitch of roofs—The roof design is compatible in that it is flat with
adequate parapet and equipment screening to fully screen roof top
equipment.
5. Size and spacing of windows, doors, and other openings—The proposed
design utilizes glass materials that create an inviting appearance from all
angles of the buildings.
6. Towers and roof structures—The proposed design includes architectural
tower elements that are compatible with the overall proposed
contemporary design in that the towers are designed with colors and
glass material that complement other proposed features.
7. Location, height, and standards of exterior illumination -- The proposed
site illumination, as conditioned, will be compatible with the building
architecture and complement the site improvements and landscaping. As
conditioned, the project will comply with site illumination standards and
confine the lighting onto the property.
8. Landscaping, parking area design, and traffic circulation—The proposed
landscaping, as conditioned, shall comply with the Water Efficient
Landscape Ordinance requirements and the design includes accent trees
to create visual interest. The proposed parking areas and circulation have
been reviewed and determined to be in compliance with City
requirements.
9. Location and appearance of equipment located outside an enclosed
structure — As proposed and conditioned, equipment shall be fully
screened with the building parapet, equipment screening or landscaping
screening.
10. Location and method of refuse storage — As conditioned, the trash
enclosure will provide adequate room for trash bin storage and easily
allow for trash collection services.
11. Physical relationship of proposed structures to existing structures in the
neighborhood—No changes are proposed to the locations of the existing
buildings, and the existing building locations are compatible with existing
structures in the area.
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12. Appearance and design relationship of proposed structures to existing
structures and possible future structures in the neighborhood and public
thoroughfares—The proposed redesigned buildings are compatible with
existing and possible future structures in that the buildings will be
contemporary in design, circulation is integrated among the subject
properties and the building design and new landscaping will enhance the
appearance of the site.
13. Development Guidelines and criteria as adopted by the City Council —
The proposed project, as conditioned, complies with development
standards and improves the existing site by providing contemporary
design upgrades and new site improvements.
G. That the City's Police Department has reviewed the application and, as
conditioned, has no concerns.
H. That a public hearing was duly called, noticed, and held on said application on
December 10, 2019, by the Planning Commission and continued to the Planning
Commission meeting of January 28, 2020.
I. That this project is Categorically Exempt pursuant to Section 15301, Class 1 and
Section 15305, Class 5 of the California Code of Regulations (Guidelines for the
California E=nvironmental Quality Act).
ll. The Planning Commission hereby approves CUP 2019-00001, DR 2019-00005, and LLA
2019-00001 authorizing the establishment of joint-use parking; facade, landscape, and
hardscape improvements, including modified parking stalls; and a LLA for the consolidation
of four (4) parcels into one (1) parcel at an existing broadcasting facility located at 2442
Michelle Drive; 14131, 14152, and 14171 Chambers Road; and 14101 and 14131 Franklin
Avenue, subject to the conditions contained within Exhibit A attached hereto.
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PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Planning Commission of the City of Tustin at a regular meeting
on the 281" day of January, 2020,
AMY �"
Chairperson
JLJ&INA L, WILLKOM
Acting Planning Commission Secretary
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
COUNT" OF ORANGE )
CITY OF TUSTIN )
I, Elizabeth A. Sinsack, the undersigned, hereby certify that I ern the Planning Commission
Secretary of the City" of Tustin, California; that Resolution No. 4398 was duly" passed and adopted
at a regular meetingi of the Tustin Planning Commission, held on the 28th day of January, 2020.
PLANNING COMMISSIONER AYES: MAI, Gal.la 'lier, jr ha, Kozak, Mason (a)
PLANNING COMMISSIONER N OC ES-
PLANNING COMMISSIONER ASSTAIN~J!ED,1
PLANNING COMMISSIONER ABSENT:
40tTl L WWILLKOM
Acting Planning Commission Secretary
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EXHIBIT A
RESOLUTION NO. 4398
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT (CUP) 2019-00001
DESIGN REVIEW (DR) 2019-00005
LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT (LLA) 2019-00001
2442 MICHELLE DRIVE
14131, 14152, AND 14171 CHAMBERS ROAD AND ,' r t
14101 AND 14131 FRANKLIN AVENUE
GENERAL
(1) 1.1 The proposed project shall substantially conform with the plans and parking study
for the project date stamped January 28, 2020, on file with the Community
Development Department, as herein modified, or as modified by the Community
Development Director in accordance with this Exhibit. The Community
Development Director may also approve subsequent minor modifications if such
modifications are consistent with provisions of the Tustin City Code (TCC).
(1) 1.2 This approval shall become null and void unless Phase I work begins within twelve
(12) months of the date of this Exhibit and work progresses in accordance with the
approved phasing schedule. Time extensions may be granted if a written request is
received by the Community Development Department within thirty (30) days prior to
expiration.
(1) 1.3 Unless otherwise specified,the conditions contained in this Exhibit shall be complied
with as specified, subject to review and approval by the Community Development
Department.
(1) 1.4 Approval of CUP 2019-00001, DR 2019-00005, and LLA 2019-00001 is contingent
upon the applicant and property owner signing and returning,to,the Community
Development Department a notarized"Agreement to Conditions Imposed"form and
the property owner signing and recording with the County Clerk-Recorder a
notarized"Notice of Discretionary Permit Approval and Conditions of Approval"form.
The forms shall be established by the Director of Community Development, and
evidence of recordation shall be provided to the Community Development
Department.
(1) 1.5 Any violation of any of the conditions imposed is subject to issuance of an
administrative citation pursuant to TCC 1162(a).
(1) 1.6 The applicant shall be responsible for costs associated with any necessary code
enforcement action, including attorney fees, subject to the applicable notice, hearing,
and appeal process as established by the City Council by ordinance.
(1) 1.7 CUP 20.19-00001 may be reviewed on an annual basis, or more often if necessary,
by the Community Development Director. The Community Development Director
shall review the use to ascertain compliance with conditions of approval. if the use
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is not operated in accordance CUP 2019-00001, or is found to be a nuisance or
negative impacts are affecting the surrounding businesses or neighborhood, the
Community Development Director shall impose additional conditions to eliminate the
nuisance or negative impacts, or may initiate proceedings to revoke the CUP.
(1) 1.8 As a condition of approval of CUP 2019-00001, DR 2019-00005, and LLA 2019-
00001, the applicant and property owner shall agree, at its sole cost and expense,
to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City, its officers, employees, agents,
and consultants, from any claim, action, or proceeding brought by a third party
against the City, its officers, agents, and employees, which seeks to attack, set
aside, challenge, void, or annul an approval of the City Council, the Planning
Commission, or any other decision-making body, including staff, concerning this
project. The City agrees to promptly notify the applicant and property owner of any
such claim or action filed against the City and to fully cooperate in the defense of
any such action. The City may, at its sole cost and expense, elect to participate in
defense of any such action under this condition.
USE RESTRICTIONS
*** 2.1 Upon completion of Phase I of the project, a minimum of 270 on-site parking
spaces shall be maintained at all times. During Phase I construction, a minimum
of 242 on-site parking spaces shall be provided. Any reduction of on-site parking,
change of tenant spaces/uses, parking tot and/or circulation shall be reviewed and
approved by the Community Development Department.
*** 2.2 if in the future the City determines that a parking problem exists on the site or in
the vicinity as a result of the proposed project or if the parking analysis does not
support the uses as concluded,the Community Development Director may require
the applicant to prepare a second parking demand analysis and bear all
associated costs. If the second study indicates that there is inadequate parking,
the applicant shall be required to provide immediate interim and permanent
measures to be reviewed and approved by the Community Development
Department and the Public Works Department.
*** 2.3 The facility shall operate in accordance with the approved joint use parking study
for the project and the following square footage limits shall apply at project
completion:
Office: 43,910 square feet
Manufacturing/Studios: 84,440 square feet
Storage: 23,035 square feet
Any changes to the square footages by use require review and approval of the
Community Development Director and may require an amendment to the joint use
parking study.
*** 2.4 The maximum number of live studio audience guests on the entire campus shall
be limited to 100 invited guests between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.,
Monday through Friday, unless the applicant enters into a shared parking
agreement with a neighboring property owner that is approved by the City, or has
additional audience members arrive by bus or van, with all loading and unloading
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of guests occurring on-site. After 5:30 p.m. and on weekends, the number of live
studio audience guests shall be limited to Fire Marshall occupancy limits of the
studio audience studio, which is 300 total persons. Unless approved otherwise
by the Community Development Director, buses and vans shall not park on-site
during regular business hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday,
when the live studio audience exceeds 100 persons. Buses and vans may park
on-site during non-business hours when a live studio production is taking place.
Approval of any on-street parking shall be in association with temporary use
permit events, which are limited to a maximum of four (4) events per calendar
year.
*** 2.5 A maximum of one (1) production studio per building (a campus total of four (4)
production studios) shall be in use at any one (1) time.
*** 2.6 A recorded reciprocal access and parking agreement shall be drawn to the
satisfaction of the City Attorney and Community Development Director and
executed prior to final inspections for Phase 1. The agreement shall be recorded
on all parcels subject to the agreement.
DESIGN REVIEW
(4) 3.1 All rooftop equipment shall be fully screened with screening height a minimum six
(6) inches taller than the rooftop equipment. The screening shall be subject to
Community Development Department inspection and approval.
(4) 3.2 Utility cabinets, utility meters, transformers, backflow preventer devices and other
similar elements located outside the building.shall be fully screened architecturally
or with landscaping. The screening shall be subject to Community Development
Department inspection and approval.
(4) 3.3 Backflow preventer devices and double detector checks shall be painted to match
surrounding landscaping when in planting areas or painted to match the building
when located adjacent to a building. Landscaping shall be utilized to screen the
devices.
(4) 3.4 All utilities, including electrical, telephone, television and similar service
wires/cables that provide direct service to the property, shall be installed
underground.
(4) 3.5 No exterior downspouts shall be permitted. All roof drainage shall utilize interior
piping and may have exterior outlets into landscaped areas at the base of the
building. Any roof scuppers shall be installed with a special lip device so that
overflow drainage will not stain the walls.
(4) 3.6 An approved Master Sign Plan shall be required prior to sign permit issuance.
(4) 3.7 Project materials shall comply with those in the approved plans. City staff may
request additional color and material samples at the time of plan check.
Substitutions to the approved materials may occur subject to the approval of the
Community Development Director. Enhancements to the architectural detailing
may be required at the time of plan check based on the proposed materials.
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(4) 3.8 All exterior colors and textures shall be submitted for review and approval of the
Community Development Department. Colors, materials, and textures shall be
coordinated with the architectural styles and noted in construction plans.
(4) 3.9 All colors, materials, and features shall be Installed and maintained as shown on
the approved plans. No changes to the exterior building colors, materials,
textures, or features shall be permitted unless approved by the Community
Development Director.
(4) 3.10 Four (4) inch striping detail shall be shown for all parking spaces.
(4) 3.11 Pursuant to the City's Security Ordinance and the Uniform Fire Code, street
numbers shall be displayed in a prominent location on the street side of the
building. The numerals shall be no less than six (6) inches in height and shall be
of contrasting color to the background to which they are attached and illuminated
during hours of darkness.
(4) 3.12 Parking lot lighting shall be in conformance with the City's Security Ordinance and
also facilitate pedestrian circulation within the parking lot. All lighting shall be
arranged so that direct rays will not shine on adjacent properties or produce glare
for street traffic.
(4) 3.13 A note shall be provided on the final plans that a six (6) foot high chain link fence
shall be installed around exterior construction areas prior to building construction
stages. A nylon fabric or mesh shall be attached to the temporary construction
fencing. Gated entrances shall be permitted along the perimeter of the site for
construction vehicles.
PLAN SUBMITTAL
(3) 4.1 All construction shall comply with 2019 California Residential Code, California
Building Code, California Mechanical Code, California Electrical Code, California
Plumbing Code, California Green Code and California Energy Code.
(3) 4.2 A building permit is required for all construction and remodeling.
(3) 4.3 Architectural plans, egress plans, plumbing, mechanical, electrical and structural
plans are to be submitted with the permit application.
(3) 4.4 At least one (1) accessible route shall be provided within the site from the
accessible parking spaces and accessible passenger drop-off and loading zones;
public streets and sidewalks; and public transportation stops to the accessible
buildings or facilities entrance they serve. When more than one (1) route is
provided, all routes must be accessible.
(3) 4.5 Accessible restrooms and bathing facilities shall be provided per CBC chapter
11 B.
(3) 4.6 A separate Landscape and Irrigation permit shall be required. Landscape Plans
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must comply with the City's Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance.
PUBLIC WORKS
(1) 5.1 This development shall comply with all applicable provisions of the City's Water
Quality Ordinance and all Federal, State, and Regional Water Quality Control
Board rules and regulations.
(5) 5.2 Prior to issuance of any permits, the applicant shall submit for approval by the
Community Development and Public Works Departments, a Final Water Quality
Management Plan (WQMP). The Final WQMP shall identify: the implementation
of BMPs; the assignment of long-term maintenance responsibilities (specifying
the developer, parcel owner, maintenance association, lessees, etc.), and
reference to the location(s) of structural BMPs.
(5) 5.3 Prior to submittal of a WQMP, the applicant shall submit a deposit of$2,700.00 to
the Public Works Department for the estimated cost of reviewing the WQMP.
(5) 5.4 Prior to issuance of any permits, the applicant shall record a "Covenant and
Agreement Regarding O & M Plan to Fund and Maintain Water Quality BMPs.
Consent to Inspect. and Indemnification", with the County Clerk-Recorder. This
document shall bind current and future owner(s) of the property regarding
implementation and maintenance of the structural and non-structural BMPs as
specified in the approved WQMP.
(5) 5.5 Prior to any work in the public right-of-way, an Encroachment Permit shall be
obtained from and applicable fees paid to the Public Works Department.
(5) 5.6 Prior to issuance of an Encroachment Permit, the applicant shall submit to the
Public Works Department 24" x 36" reproducible street improvement plans, as
prepared by a California Registered Civil Engineer, for approval.
(5) 5.7 Current Federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements shall be met
at all driveway aprons and sidewalk adjacent to the site where grading site work
is proposed. The applicant shall remove and replace all driveway aprons at those
locations to meet the most current ADA requirements and the City's most current
Standards, including removing and replacing driveway aprons at 2442 Michelle
Drive, 14101 Franklin Avenue, and 14131 Franklin Avenue. The driveway apron
on Michelle Drive shall be designed and constructed per the City's Public Works
Standard No. 210 (radius type driveway).
(5) 5.8 It is the applicant's responsibility to relocate the existing water meter on Michelle
Drive out of the proposed driveway approach and obtain the necessary approval
and permit from the Irvine Ranch Water District (IRWD).
(5) 5.9 As part of Phase 1 of project, applicant shall design and construct missing
sidewalk adjacent to 14152 Chambers Road and 14101 Chambers Road.
(5) 5.10 The applicant shall be responsible for abandoning, removing, and relocating all
existing utilities within the current and proposed driveway apron areas.
(5) 5.11 Deleted.
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(5) 5.12 Construction and Demolition Waste Recycling and Reduction Plan (WRRP):
a. The applicant/contractor is required to submit a WRRP to the Public Works
Department. The WRRP must indicate how the applicant will comply with the
City's requirement (TCC Section 4351, et al) to recycle at least sixty-five
percent (66%) of the project waste material or the amount required by the
California Green Building Standards Code.
b. The applicant will be required to submit a fifty dollars ($50.00) application fee
and a cash security deposit in the amount of five (5) percent of the project's
valuation as determined by the Building Official, rounded to the nearest
thousand. The deposit amount will be collected in accordance with the TCC.
c. Prior to issuance of any permit, the applicant shall submit the required security
deposit in the form of cash, cashier's check, personal check, or money order
made payable to the "City of Tustin."
NOISE
(1) 6.1 All construction operations including engine warm-up, delivery, and
loadinglunloading of equipment and materials shall be subject to the provisions of
the City's Noise Ordinance, as amended, and may take place only during the hours
of 7:00 AM until 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday and 9:00 AM until 5:00 PM on
Saturday unless the Building Official determines that said activity will be in
substantial conformance with the Noise Ordinance and the public health and safety
will not be impaired subject to application being made at the time the permit for the
work is awarded or during the progress of the work.
LAN DSCAPI NG/HARDSCAPE
(1) 7.1 At plan check, complete detailed landscaping and irrigation plans for all
landscaping areas are required, consistent with the City's adopted Landscaping
requirements. The plans shall include the following:
a. Include a summary table identifying plan materials. The plant table shall list
botanical and common names, sizes, spacing, location, and quantity of the
plant materials proposed.
b. Show planting and berming details, soil preparation, staking, etc. The
irrigation plan shall show location and control of backflow prevention devices,
pipe size, sprinkler type, spacing, and coverage. Details for all equipment
must be provided.
c. Show all property lines on the landscaping and irrigation plans, public right-of-
way areas, sidewalk widths, parkway areas, and wall locations.
d. The Community Development Department may request minor substitutions of
plant materials or request additional sizing or quantity of materials during plan
check.
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e. Include a note that coverage of landscaping and irrigation materials is subject
to inspection at project completion by the Community Development
Department.
f. Shrubs shall be a minimum of five (5) gallon size and shall be placed a
maximum of five (5)feet on center. Other sizes and spacing may be permitted
subject to approval of the Community Development Department.
g. Ground cover shall be planted eight (8) to twelve (12) inches on center, or as
approved by the Community Development Department.
h. Fences, wall, and equipment areas shall be screened with walls, vines, and/or
trees.
i. All plant materials shall be installed in a healthy vigorous condition typical to
the species and shall be maintained in a neat and healthy condition.
Maintenance includes, but is not limited to, trimming, weeding, removal of
litter, fertilizing, regular watering, and replacement of diseased or dead plants.
(1) 7.2 On-site walls and fences shall be noted on the plans with specific materials,
colors, and decorative treatments subject to the review and approval of the
Community Development Department.
(1) 7.3 All plant materials shall be installed in a healthy and vigorous condition typical to the
species. Landscaping shall be maintained in a neat and healthy condition, which
includes, but is not limited to trimming, mowing, weeding, litter removal, fertilizing,
regular watering, and replacement of diseased or dead plants.
FEES
(1) 8.1 Within forty-eight (49) hours of approval of the subject project, the applicadt.shall
deliver to the Community Development Department, a cashier's check payable to
the COUNTY CLERK in the amount of fifty dollars ($50.00) to enable the City to file
the appropriate environmental documentation for the project. If within such forty-
eight (48) hour period the applicant has not delivered to the Community
Development Department the above-noted check, the statute of limitations for any
interested party to challenge the environmental determination under the provisions
of the California Environmental Quality Act could be significantly lengthened.
(1) 8.2 Prior to the issuance of any building permits, payment shall be made for all
applicable fees, including but not limited to, those listed below. Payment shall be
required based upon those rates in effect at the time of payment and are subject
to change.
A. Building plan check and permit fees to the Community Development
Department.
B. Orange County Fire Authority plan check and inspection fees to the
Community Development Department.