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ZONING ADMINISTRATOR ACTION 04-009
DESIGN REVIEW 03-026
OCTOBER 4, 2004
I. The Zoning Administrator of the City of Tustin finds and determines as follows:
A. That a proper application, Design Review 03-026, was filed by Strata
Tustin, LLC requesting authorization to construct a 10,472 square foot retail
building on Phase Two of the Tustin Freeway Center located at 14071-
14081 Newport Avenue which is legally known as Parcel 2 and the north
47.50 square feet of Parcel 1 of Tract No. 519.
B. The site is within the Planned Community Commercial (PC-COMM)
zoning district and is designated as Community Commercial by the Land
Use Element of the General Plan. The project is located in the South
Central Redevelopment Agency Project Area. The project is subject to
Design Review 89-68 and Conditional Use Permit 89-47 and the
conditions contained therein. Retail commercial uses are permitted in the
PC-COMM zoning district, in the Community Commercial land use
designation, and pursuant to CUP 89-47. In addition, the project has been
reviewed for consistency with the Air Quality Sub-element of the General
Plan and has been determined to be consistent with the Air Quality Sub-
element.
C. That design review applications within redevelopment project areas require
consideration by the Zoning Administrator; the Zoning Administrator
considered Design Review 03-026 on October 4, 2004.
D. As conditioned, the project is consist with Design Review 89-68 and
Conditional Use Permit 89-47 which established the uses, building
placement, building size, conditions of approval, and architecture for the
Tustin Freeway Center which includes the subject project. The building will
house retail uses, be located on the property as indicated on underlying DR
and CUP site plan, be of the same size previously approved, will meet all
conditions of approval, and will match the Mediterranean architecture of the
other buildings in the center.
E. Sufficient on-site parking exists for the project in that, as approved by CUP
89-47 and DR 89-68, retail uses for the property require one parking space
for every 250 square feet. As such, the 9,961 square feet of net building
area requires 40 parking spaces and 45 on-site parking spaces are
provided.
F. The use of the north 47.5 feet of Parcel 1 of Tract No. 519 shall be secured
as a parking lot to support the project and will prevent the property from
being used or developed for other purposes in that, prior to issuance of any
building permit for the project, the north 47.5 feet of Parcel 1 shall be tied to
Parcel 2 of Tract 519 through the applicant and property owner recording a
legal document reviewed and approved by the City's legal council and the
Community Development Director.
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G. The building is situated on the property in compliance with setbacks required
by the Tustin City Code and the 2001 California Building Code (CBC). A
Certificate of Compliance was processed to confirm that a portion of Parcel
1 of Tract No. 519 is a legal lot created prior to the Subdivision Map Act.
Lot Line Adjustment 04-02 was approved by the City Council on July 6,
2004, to adjust the south property line of Parcel 2 of Tract No. 519 by
fourteen (14) feet to the south on Parcel 1. Once the Certificate and Lot Line
Adjustment were approved, the entire building was enabled to locate
exclusively on Parcel 2 of Tract No. 519 with a ten foot setback to the south
and a 6 % foot setback to the north property lines. The zoning code does not
require a setback for the building, but the 2001 CBC requires the building
setbacks for a fire buffer and for disabled person exiting.
H. That pursuant to Section 9272(c) of the Tustin City Code, the Zoning
Administrator finds that the location, size, architectural features, and
general appearance of the proposal 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 Zoning
Administrator finds that the mass and appearance of the project will not
impair the orderly and harmonious development of the area, the present or
future development therein, or the occupancy as a whole and has
considered at least the following items:
1. Height, bulk, and area of buildings;
2. Setbacks and site planning;
3. Exterior materials and colors;
4. Type and pitch of roofs;
5. Size and spacing of windows, doors, and other openings;
6. Towers, chimneys, roof structures, flag poles, radio and television
antennae;
7. Physical relationship of proposed structures to existing structures in
the neighborhood;
8. Appearance and design relationship of proposed structures to
existing structures and possible future structures in the
neighborhood and public thoroughfares; and,
9. Development guidelines and criteria as adopted by the City
Council.
Items 1 through 9 have been considered in that:
. The retail commercial building is located along the Newport Avenue
commercial corridor where similar community commercial serving uses
exist.
. The project consists of 10,472 square feet of retail space in a one-story
building that is generally 20 feet high and has 28 foot high towers
facing Newport Avenue. Because the building height is less than the
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freeway adjacent commercial buildings on Phase One of the Tustin
Freeway Center to the north, there will be an appropriate transition
between commercial properties that reduce in height as the properties
along the Newport Avenue commercial corridor become further away
from the freeway overpass and become closer to the residential district
west of the project.
· The height of the project is less than the heights that could be allowed
for the adjacent residential properties to the immediate west; therefore,
the height is appropriate for a commercial building that is adjacent to
residential buildings.
· Because the building is placed back on the property, residential
properties behind it will not be adjacent to the parking lot that serves
the building and the potential for vehicle noise and exhaust will be
reduced.
· Trees will be preserved behind the building to obscure views of the
building rear by the adjacent residences.
· Areas of the property not devoted to building square feet are devoted
to parking and landscaping including a landscape buffer adjacent to
the Newport Avenue right-of-way that screens the parking lot.
· Adequate emergency vehicle and waste hauler access will be provided
on-site.
· Increased vehicular access will be gained to the site from Mitchell
Avenue through a reciprocal access easement with the property to the
immediate south, which is owned by the project applicant.
· The project will rehabilitate/redevelop the property which will result in
an enhanced link between adjacent commercial properties and will
discontinue the nonuse of the existing property which has had the
potential to become an attractive nuisance.
. The public right-of-way adjacent to the property will be improved to
include sidewalks and curbs that meet current disabled person
accessibility requirements.
· Design of the building includes stucco walls, tile roofs, arches, and tile
accents that are consistent with the Mediterranean architecture of the
building to the immediate north.
I. That this project involves construction of a 10,472 square foot retail center
and is Categorically Exempt (Class 32) from the requirements of the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), pursuant to Section 15332
of the State CEQA Guidelines.
II. That the Zoning Administrator hereby conditionally approves Design
Review 03-026 authorizing construction of a 10,472 square foot retail
building at 14071-14081 Newport Avenue, subject to the following
conditions:
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PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Zoning Administrator of the City of Tustin at a regular
meeting held on the 4th day of October, 2004.
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RECORDING SECRETARY
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ELIZABETH A. BINSACK
ZONING ADMINISTRATOR
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF ORANGE )
CITY OF TUSTIN )
I, ELOISE HARRIS, the undersigned, hereby certify that I am the Recording Secretary of
the Zoning Administrator of the City of Tustin, California; that Zoning Administrator Action
No. 04-009 passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the Tustin Zoning Administrator,
held on the 4th day of October, 2004.
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ELOISE HARRIS
Recording Secretary
EXHIBIT A
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
DESIGN REVIEW 03-026
OCTOBER 4, 2004
GENERAL
(1) 1.1 The proposed project shall substantially conform with the submitted plans
for the project date stamped September 27, 2004, on file with the
Community Development Department, as herein modified, or as modified
by the Director of Community Development in accordance with this
Exhibit. The Director of Community Development may also approve
subsequent minor modifications to plans during plan check if such
modifications are consistent with provisions of the Tustin City Code.
(1) 1.2 This approval shall become null and void unless the use is established
within twelve (12) months of the date of this Exhibit. 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 All conditions in this Exhibit shall be complied with prior to issuance of
building permits or as otherwise specified, subject to review and approval
by the Community Development Department.
(1) 1.4 Approval of Design Review 03-026 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 As a condition of approval of Design Review 03-026 the applicant 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, conceming this project. The
City agrees to promptly notify the applicant 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.
SOURCE CODES
(1) STANDARD CONDITION
(2) CEQA MITIGATION
(3) UNIFORM BUILDING CODElS
(4) DESIGN REVIEW
*** EXCEPTIONS
(5) RESPONSIBLE AGENCY
REQUIREMENTS
(6) LANDSCAPING GUIDELINES
(7) PC/CC POLICY
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PLAN SUBMITTAL
(5) 2.1 At the time of building permit application, the plans shall comply with the
2001 California Building Code (CBC), 2001 California Mechanical Code
(CMC), 2001 California Plumbing Codes (CPC), 2001 California Electrical
Code (CEC), California Title 24 Accessibility Regulations, Title 24 Energy
Regulations, City Ordinances, and State and Federal laws and regulations.
Building plan check submittal shall include the following:
· Seven (7) sets of construction plans, including drawings for
mechanical, plumbing and electrical.
. Two (2) copies of Structural calculations.
· Two (2) copies of Title 24 energy calculations.
· Elevations that include all proposed dimensions, materials, colors,
finishes, and partial outlines of adjacent buildings on site and off
site where applicable.
· The location of any utility vents or other equipment shall be
provided on the roof plan.
· Details of all proposed lighting fixtures and a photometric study
showing the location and anticipated pattern of light distribution of all
proposed fixtures. All new light fixtures shall be consistent with the
architecture of the building. All exterior lighting shall be designed and
arranged as not to direct light or glare onto adjacent properties,
including the adjacent streets. Wall-mounted fixtures shall be
directed at a 90-degree angle directly toward the ground. All lighting
shall be developed to provide a minimum of one (1) foot-candle of
light coverage, in accordance with the City's Security Ordinance. No
lights are permitted on the rear of the building.
· A note shall be provided on the plans that "All parking areas shall be
illuminated with a minimum of one (1) foot-candle of light, and lighting
shall not produce light, glare, or have a negative impact on adjacent
properties."
· Cross-section details showing the installation of the proposed rooftop
equipment. Rooftop equipment shall be installed and maintained so
that it is below the building's parapet wall. An elevation showing
rooftop equipment installation related to the height of the parapet and
proposed equipment must be identified at plan check submittal and
any design of required screening will be subject to the approval of
Community Development Department Director.
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. Note on plans that no field changes shall be made without prior
approval from the Building Official and architect or engineer of
record.
(5) 2.2 On the plans submitted for plan check, openings in exterior walls may not be
less than five (5) feet from property lines pursuant to the 2001 California
Building Code (Table 5A).
(5) 2.3 On the plans submitted for plan check, construction of exterior walls that are
less than twenty (20) feet from property lines must be shown to be one-hour
fire resistive pursuant to the 2001 California Building Code (Table 5-A).
(5) 2.4 On the plans submitted for plan check, a level floor or landing shall be
provided at all doors. This area shall have a minimum length of 60 inches in
the direction of the door swing and 48 inches in the opposite direction of the
door swing.
(5) 2.5 On the plans submitted for plan check, all new glass doors and windows, in
or adjacent to doors, shall be tempered per 2001 California Building Code
Section 2406.4.
(5) 2.6 On the plans submitted for plan check, vehicle parking, primary entrance to
the building, the primary paths of travel, cashier space, sanitary facilities,
drinking fountain, and public telephones shall be shown as accessible to
persons with disabilities.
(5) 2.7 On the plans submitted for plan check, no part of structure shall project
beyond the property line.
(5) 2.8 At plan check submittal, four (4) sets of final grading plans consistent with
the site and landscaping plans as prepared by a registered civil engineer
shall be submitted and shall include the following:
. Technical details and plans for all utility installations including
telephone, gas, water, and electricity.
. Three (3) copies of precise soil report provided by a civil engineer
and less than one (1) year old. Expanded information regarding the
levels of hydrocarbons and ground water contamination found on-
site shall be provided in the soil report. All pavement "R" values
shall be in accordance with applicable City of Tustin standards.
· All site drainage shall be handled on-site and shall not be permitted to
drain onto adjacent properties.
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· Drainage, vegetation, circulation, street sections, curbs, gutters,
sidewalks, and storm drains shall comply with the on-site Private
Improvement Standards.
· Two (2) copies of Hydrology Report.
(5) 2.9 The engineer of record needs to submit a final compaction report to the
Building Division for review and approval prior to the issuance of a building
permit.
(5) 2.10 The engineer of record needs to submit a pad certification to the Building
Division for review and approval prior to the issuance of a building permit.
(5) 2.11 A surety/cash bond needs to be provided to assure work is completed in
accordance with approved plans prior to permit issuance. The engineer's
estimated cost of the grading, drainage, and erosion control shall be
submitted to the Building Official for determination of the bond amount.
(5) 2.12 Prior to issuance of any permits, the applicant shall submit for approval by
the Community Development and Public Works Departments, a Water
Quality Management Plan (WQMP) specifically identifying Best
Management Practices (BMPs) that will be used on site to control
predictable pollutant run-off. This WQMP shall identify the: structural and
non-structural measures specified detailing implementation of BMPs
whenever they are applicable to the project; the assignment of long-term
maintenance responsibilities (specifying the developer, parcel owner,
maintenance association, lessee, etc.); and, reference to the location(s) of
structural BMPs.
(5) 2.13 Prior to issuance of a certificate of use and occupancy, the property owner
shall record CC&Rs or another legal instrument approved by the City
Attorney that shall require the property owner, successors, tenants (if
applicable), and assigns to operate and maintain in perpetuity the post-
construction BMPs described in the WQMP for the project.
The Community Development and Public Works Departments shall
determine whether any change in use requires an amendment to an
approved Water Quality Management Plan.
(5) 2.14 Prior to issuance of grading permits, the applicant shall submit a copy of
the Notice of Intent (NOI) indicating that coverage has been obtained
under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) State
General Permit for Storm Water Discharges Associated with Construction
Activity from the State Water Resources Control Board. Evidence that the
NOI has been obtained shall be submitted to the Building Official. In
addition, the applicant shall include notes on the grading plans indicating
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that the project will be implemented in compliance with the Statewide
Permit for General Construction Activities.
(5) 2.15 A note shall be provided on final plans that a six (6) foot high chain link fence
shall be installed around the site prior to building construction stages. A
nylon fabric or mesh shall be attached to the temporary construction fencing.
Gated entrances shall be penmitted along the perimeter of the site for
construction vehicles.
(5) 2.16 Pursuant to the City of Tustin's Security Ordinance and the Uniform Fire
Code, street numbers shall be displayed in a prominent location on the
street side of the Buildings. 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.
(5) 2.17 On the plans submitted for plan check, dimensions shall be provided for all
drive aisles, back up areas, and parking stalls.
(5) 2.18 No outdoor storage shall be penmitted except as approved by the Tustin
Community Development Director.
(5) 2.19 An adequate size trash enclosure with solid metal, self-closing, self-latching
gates shall be provided. Said enclosure shall be screened by a solid
decorative wall consistent with the adjacent building's material and finish and
be of a minimum height of six (6) feet. The actual location of the enclosure,
types of building materials, screening methods, and other details of the
enclosure shall be submitted at building plan check and are subject to
approval by the Community Development Department. The location of the
bin, size, and quantity shall be reviewed and accepted in writing by Federal
Disposal Service.
(5) 2.20 The applicant shall comply with all City policies regarding short-tenm
construction emissions, including periodic watering of the site and prohibiting
grading during second stage smog alerts and when wind velocities exceed
15 miles per hour.
(5) 2.21 Prior to grading permit issuance, all existing on-site improvements need to
be demolished to accommodate the project.
USE RESTRICTIONS
(5) 3.1 The uses for the project are limited to those indicated in and pursuant to
the conditions of approval for Conditional Use Permit (CUP) 89-47.
(*) 3.2 Prior to building permit issuance, a reciprocal access agreement or other
equivalent instrument as approved to fonm by City Staff and the City Attorney
shall be provided between Lot 2 and Lot 1 of Tract No. 519. Once the
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agreement is received and approved, the applicant must record the
document with the County Recorder's Office and provide proof to the City
that the document has been recorded.
(5) 3.3 The applicant is encouraged to engage in conversation with the Phase One
property owner to accomplish a mutually beneficial access easement
between Lot 2 of Tract Map No. 519 and Parcel 2 of Parcel Map No. 90-
104 in order to provide the potential to increase the economic vitality of all
business in the center. If reciprocal access is accomplished, the site plan
will need to be revised to show the reciprocal access.
(5) 3.4 Given the proximity of the building to residential uses, amplified live
entertainment is prohibited from occurring on the property. The property
owner shall place this as a condition in each lease to tenants on the
property.
(5) 3.5 The property owner shall ensure that on-site business activities are limited to
inside the building except for outdoor dining in association with an approved
conditional use permit and temporary outdoor sales or promotional events
directly related to an on-site tenant who has received City approval of a
temporary use permit. The property owner shall include information in each
tenant lease at Strata Tustin Center indicating that the tenant maintains
responsibility for ensuring City approval is obtained for any business
activities occurring outside of the building.
(5) 3.6 The applicant is required to submit a revised master sign program for the
project for review and approval prior to issuance of a certificate of
occupancy. At the time a tenant signs a lease for the property, the property
owner shall provide the tenant with a copy of the "Sign Criteria" approved for
the center. Each lease shall contain a section indicating that portable signs
are prohibited and all permanent or temporary commercial advertising signs
including banners require compliance with the sign program, property owner
permission, and a permit from the City of Tustin Community Development
Department.
(5) 3.7 The operating hours for any uses with an approved business certificate is
limited to between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. Sunday through
Thursday and between 6:00 a.m. and midnight (12:00 a.m.) on Friday and
Saturday, unless otherwise approved in writing by the Community
Development Director.
(5) 3.8 If a noise problem results from the proposed project or operational
changes within the development as determined by a Code Enforcement
Officer, the property owner shall submit a noise study prepared by a
professional acoustical engineer and perform or install interim and
permanent mitigation measures as a result.
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(5) 3.9 If problems associated with the trash enclosure arise, such as noticeable
odors or vermin, as determined by a Code Enforcement Officer, the property
owner shall implement measures to eliminate the problem, such as, but not
limited to, double bagging the trash and arranging for more frequent pick-
ups from the trash hauler.
(1) 3.10 No deliveries or exterior work shall occur prior to 7:00 a.m. or after 10 p.m.
daily.
(5) 3.11 No cash or credit operated vending, entertainment, or communication
devices such as telephones are permitted to be located outdoors on the
property. The property owner shall place this as a condition in each lease to
tenants on the property.
(*) 3.12 Prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, the applicant shall remove
the west 48 feet of an existing chain link fence and curb from the north
property line of the south 61.5 feet of Parcel 1 of Tract 519. The area of
fence and curb removed shall be replaced with paving and landscaping as
indicated on the approved plans to accommodate a landscape area and
reciprocal access drive aisle between all of Parcels 1 and 2 of Tract 519.
(1) 3.13 To prevent roof-mounted equipment from being visible to adjacent
residences, adjacent commercial properties, or the public right-of-way, all
roof-mounted equipment must be installed below the height of the building
roof parapet wall.
(*) 3.14 Prior to issuance of any building permit for the project, the north 47.5 feet of
Parcel 1 shall be tied to Parcel 2 of Tract 519 through the applicant and
property owner recording a legal document reviewed and approved by the
City's legal council and the Community Development Director.
(*) 3.15 With the exception of reciprocal access, the south 61.5 feet of Parcel 1 of
Tract 519 is not a part of the project approval and all parking spaces on the
south 61.5 feet of Parcel 1 shall be utilized to support the use(s) on that
property.
(5) 3.16 The approved building colors must be maintained as approved unless
alternate colors are approved in writing by the Community Development
Director.
LANDSCAPING
(1) 3.17 Prior to building permit issuance, the landscape plans shall be revised to
show that the site shall be landscaped consistent with the intent of the
City's Landscaping and Irrigation Guidelines.
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· A minimum of five (5) 24-inch box trees shall be planted on the
project property adjacent to Newport Avenue.
· A minimum of fifty two (52) five (5) gallon shrubs shall be planted
on the project property adjacent to Newport Avenue or twenty-six
(26) five gallon shrubs and forty-three (43) one gallon shrubs.
· Five (5) - five (5) gallon shrubs shall be planted per 25 linear feet of
the north and south parking lot buffer planter areas.
· Perimeter parking lot trees shall be planted in a planter of sufficient
width to provide 2% feet minimum clearance for vehicle overhang.
· Landscaping shall consist of. a combination of berming and
sufficient numbers of shrubs and trees to provide adequate
screening, subject to the satisfaction of the Community
Development Director.
· Prior to issuance of a building permit, the type, size, and location of
proposed street trees shall be approved by the Public Works
Department. Planting of trees and tree well locations shall comply
with the City of Tustin "Standard Drawings and Design Standards
for Public Works Construction." The applicant shall be responsible
for the installation of the street trees and for replacing/repairing the
public right-of-way to the satisfaction of the Public Works Department
for damage caused by tree installation
(5) 3.18 The sizes and quantities of the landscaping shall be continually
maintained or replaced if unhealthy. All plant materials shall be installed
in a healthy and vigorous condition, typical to the species, and shall be
maintained in a neat and healthy condition. Maintenance includes, but is
not limited to, trimming, mowing, weeding, removal of litter, fertilizing,
regular watering, and replacement of dead or diseased dying plants. All
trees and landscaping within the site and the perimeter of the site shall be
maintained in a healthy and vigorous condition. Unhealthy or dead trees
shall be replaced within seventy-two (72) hours upon notification by the
City.
(5) 3.19 The landscape materials shall not conflict with the visual clearance
requirements of any existing or new driveway approaches.
(5) 3.20 Trees overhanging onto the property from adjacent properties shall be
trimmed to allow for at least six (6) feet of airspace between the grade and
the overhanging vegetation.
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
(5) 4.1 A separate 24" x 36" street improvement plan, as prepared by a California
Registered Civil Engineer, shall be required for all construction within the
public right-of-way along the project frontage. Construction and/or
replacement of any missing or damaged public improvements will be
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required adjacent to this development. Said plan shall include, but not be
limited to, the following:
1. Curb artd gutter
2. Sidewalk, including curb ramps for the physically disabled
3. Drive aprons
4. Domestic water facilities
5. Sanitary sewer facilities
6. Street lighting
7. Underground utility connection
8. Catch basin/storm drain laterals/connection to existing storm drain
system
In addition, a 24" by 36" reproducible construction area traffic control plan,
as prepared by a California Registered Traffic Engineer or Civil Engineer
experienced in this type of plan preparation shall be required.
(5) 4.2 Preparation of a sedimentation and erosion control plan for all work
related to this development shall be required.
(5) 4.3 All sanitary sewer facilities shall be submitted as required by the City
Engineer and local sewer agency. These facilities shall include a gravity
flow system per the standards of Orange County Sanitation District NO.7.
(5) 4.4 Preparation and submittal of a final grading plan showing all pertinent
elevations as they pertain to the public right-of-way along with delineating
the following information:
a) Final street elevations at key locations.
b) Final padlfinished floor elevations and key elevations for all site
grading. All pad elevations to be a minimum of 1.0 foot above base
flood elevation as defined by FEMA.
c) All flood hazards of record.
(5) 4.5 On the plans submitted for plan check, adequate horizontal and vertical
intersection sight lines shall be provided. In general a 25' x 25' limited use
area triangle provides adequate right at typical driveways. Additional sight
evaluation, however, could be required to satisfy City of Tustin Standard
Drawing No. 510 for all affected streets. The site lines shall be shown on
the grading plan and landscape plan. If detailed analyses are requested,
all landscaping within the limited use area would need to comply with City
of Tustin Standard Drawing No. 510.
(5) 4.6 Existing sewer, domestic water, reclaimed water, and storm drain service
laterals shall be utilized whenever possible.
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(5) 4.7 Any damage done to existing street improvements and utilities shall be
repaired before acceptance of the tract.
(5) 4.8 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) 4.9 Current Federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements shall
be met at the drive aprons and sidewalk.
(5) 4.10 In addition to the normal full size-plan submittal process, all final
development plans including, but not limited to: tract maps, parcel maps,
right-of-way maps, records of survey, public works improvements, private
infrastructure improvements, final grading plans, and site plans are also
required to be submitted to the Public Works Department/Engineering
Division in computer aided design and drafting (CADD) format. The
standard file format is AutoCAD Release 14 or 2000 having the extension
DWG. Likewise, layering and Iinetype conventions are AutoCAD-based
(latest version available upon request from the Engineering Division). In
order to interchangeably utilize the data contained in the infrastructure
mapping system, CADD drawings must be in AutoCAD "DWG" format
(i.e., produced using AutoCAD or AutoCAD compatible CADD software).
The most current version of AutoCAD is Release 2000. Drawings created
in AutoCAD Release 14 are compatible and acceptable.
The CADD files shall be submitted to the City at the time the plans are
approved and updated CADD files reflecting "as built" conditions shall be
submitted once all construction has been completed. The subdivision
bonds will not be released until the "as built" CADD files have been
submitted.
(5) 4.11 This development shall comply with all applicable provisions of the City of
Tustin Water Quality Ordinance and all Federal, State, and Regional
Water Quality Control Board rules and regulations.
(5) 4.12 The City of Tustin is required to comply with the recycling requirements
contained in the California Integrated Waste Management Act of 1989. To
facilitate City compliance with this law, the property owner is required to
comply with Section 4327 of the Tustin City Code (TCC) which details the
requirements for developing and implementing a Waste Management Plan
for construction waste and for the continuous separation of refuse and
recycling from tenant waste. Section 4327 of the TCC specifically requires
the following:
a. The Applicant, Property Owner, and/or tenant(s) are required to
partiCipate in the City's recycling program.
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b. Prior to issuance of a building permit, a solid waste recycling plan
identifying planned source separation and recycling programs shall
be submitted and approved by the City of Tustin Public Works
Department.
(5) 4.13 The improvement plans shall be reviewed and approved by the Orange
County Fire Authority for fire protection purposes. The adequacy and
reliability of water system design and the distribution of fire hydrants will
be evaluated. The water distribution system and appurtenances shall also
conform to the applicable laws and adopted regulations enforced by the
Orange County Health Department.
(5) 4.14 Release/approval from the East Orange County Water District shall be
obtained prior to receiving water service. The developer shall submit a
water permit application to the East Orange County Water District and is
responsible for all applicable water connection fees.
(5) 4.15 Backflow prevention devices must be installed in accordance with
applicable standards and codes and shall be installed within an easement
of suitable size to allow for unobstructed access, inspection, testing, and
maintenance.
(5) 4.16 Location of fire hydrants to be approved by the City of Tustin and the
Orange County Fire Authority.
(5) 4.17 Hydraulic analysis of the proposed water system and ability to meet OCFA
fire flow demands and requirements be performed and certified by the
developer.
(5) 4.18 The developer is responsible for all costs related to the relocation of
existing fire hydrants and the installation of new fire hydrants if any.
(5) 4.19 The developer is responsible for all costs related to the abandonment, at
the water main, of all existing potable water and fire service connections if
any.
(5) 4.20 The developer shall be responsible for all costs related to the installation
of new potable and fire-related water services.
(5) 4.21 Approval from the Water Services Division is required for the following:
· permitting or construction of any new service connections;
· abandonment or relocation of existing services; or,
· improvements that will affect the City's water facilities.
A water system improvement plan needs to be designed by a licensed
Civil Engineer in accordance with the requirements and standards of the
City of Tustin Department of Public Works or American Water Work
Association. A separate on-site water plan for improvements outside the
street right-of-ways and within private property will be required for on-site
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improvements to be maintained by the City. Please contact Jon Draugelis
of the Public Works Engineering Division at (714) 573-3164 for the Title
block standards required by the Water Services Division. Prior to building
permit issuance, the applicant is required to submit improvement plans
and design specification digital (PDF) files to the Public Works Water
Division.
OCFA
(5) 5.1 Prior to the issuance of any grading or building permits, the applicant shall
submit a fire hydrant location plan to the Fire Chief for review and
approval.
(5) 5.2 Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the applicant shall submit
evidence of the on-site fire hydrant system to the Fire Chief. The
applicant shall make provisions for the repair and maintenance of the
system in a manner meeting the approval of the Fire Chief. Please contact
the OCFA at (714) 744-0499 or visit the OCFA website for a copy of the
"Guidelines for Private Fire Hydrant and/or Sprinkler Underground Piping."
(5) 5.3 Prior to the issuance of any certificate of use and occupancy, all fire
hydrants shall have a blue reflective pavement marker indicating the
hydrant location on the street as approved by the Fire Chief and must be
maintained in good condition by the property owner. Please contact the
OCFA at (714) 744-0499 or visit the OCFA website for a copy of the
"Guideline for Installation of Blue Dot Hydrant Markers."
(5) 5.4 Prior to the issuance of any grading or building permits, the applicant shall
provide evidence of adequate fire flow. The "Orange County Fire
Authority Water Availability for Fire Protection" form shall be signed by the
applicable water district and submitted to the Fire Chief for approval. If
sufficient water to meet fire flow requirements is not available, an
automatic fire extinguishing system may be required in each structure
affected.
(5) 5.5 Prior to the issuance of any grading or building permits, the applicant shall
obtain approval of the Fire Chief for all fire protection access roads to
within 150 feet of all portions of the exterior of every structure on-site.
Please contact the OCFA at (714) 744-0499 or visit the OCFA website to
obtain a copy of the "Guidelines for Emergency Access, or Bulletin
number 08-99, "Fire Department Access Requirements for A Single
Family Residence."
(5) 5.6 Prior to the issuance of any grading or building permits, the applicant shall
submit plans and obtain approval from the Fire Chief for fire lanes on
required fire access roads fewer than 36 feet in width. The plans shall
indicate the locations of red curbs and signage and include a detail of the
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proposed signage including the height, stroke, and colors of the lettering
and its contrasting background. Please contact the OCFA at (714) 744-
0499 or visit the OCFA website to obtain a copy of the "Guidelines for
Emergency Access Roadways and Fire Lane Requirements," or Bulletin
06-99, "Fire Lane Requirements on Private & Public Streets Within
Residential Developments."
(5) 5.7 Prior to the issuance of any Certificate of Use and Occupancy, the fire
lanes shall be installed in accordance with the approved fire lane plan.
(5) 5.8 Prior to the issuance of a building permit for combustible construction, the
builder shall submit a letter on company letterhead stating that water for
fire-fighting purposes and all-weather fire protection access roads shall be
in place and operational before any combustible material is placed on site.
Building permits will not be issued without OCFA approval obtained as a
result of an on-site inspection. Please contact the OCFA at (714) 744-
0499 to obtain a copy of the standard combustible construction letter.
(5) 5.9 Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the applicant shall submit plans
for any required automatic fire sprinkler system in any structure to the Fire
Chief for review and approval. Please contact the OCFA at (714) 744-
0499 to request a copy of the "Orange County Fire Authority Notes for
New NFPA 13 Commercial Sprinkler Systems."
(5) 5.10 Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Use and Occupancy, an automatic
fire sprinkler system could be required and would need to be operational
in a manner meeting the approval of the Fire Chief.
(5) 5.11 Prior to the issuance of a building permit, plans for the fire alarm system
shall be submitted to the Fire Chief for review and approval. Please
contact the OCFA at (714) 744-0499 or visit the OCFA website to obtain a
copy of the "Guideline for New and Existing Fire Alarm Systems."
(5) 5.12 The fire alarm system shall be operational prior to the issuance of a
Certificate of Use and Occupancy.
FEES
(5) 6.1 Prior to issuance of any building permits, payment shall be made of all
applicable fees, including but not limited to, the following. 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 based on the most current schedule.
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B. Grading plan check and permit fees to the Community Development
Department based on the most current schedule.
C. Orange County Fire Authority plan check and inspection fees to the
Community Development Department based upon the most current
schedule. .
D. New development fees in the amount of $.1 0 per square foot of floor
area to the Community Development Department.
E. School facilities fees of $.36 per square foot of new or added gross
square floor area of construction or improvements to the Tustin
Unified School District.
F. Payment of the Major Thoroughfare and Bridge Fees is required to
the Tustin Public Works Department at the time of issuance of a
building permit. The current fee for non-residential development is
$3.37/square foot of the building. Please note on July of each year,
the fee rate will increase by 2.206 percent.
G. Payment of the Orange County Sanitation District No. 7 Sewer
Connection Fees to the Tustin Public Works Department is required
at the time of issuance of a building permit. The current fee for high
capacity demand commercial development is $2,490.00/1,000
square foot of the building. A credit amount up to the prior category
of use may be obtained when the applicant provides proof of
previous sewer connection receipts.
H. Water connection fees to the City of Tustin Water Division at the
time a building permit is issued.
I. Prior to submittal of a Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP), the
applicant shall submit a deposit of $2,700.00 for the estimated cost
of review of the WQMP to the Building Division. The actual costs
shall be deducted from the deposit, and the applicant shall be
responsible for any additional review cost that exceeded the deposit
prior to issuance of grading permits. Any unused portion of the
deposit shall be refunded to the applicant.