RESOLUTION NO. 2023-____
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FONTANA ADOPTING THE MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION ALONG WITH THE MITIGATION MONITORING AND REPORTING PROGRAM (MMRP) PURSUANT TO SECTION 15070 OF THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) AND SECTION 6.04 OF THE 2019 LOCAL GUIDELINES FOR IMPLEMENTING CEQA, APPROVING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 22-012 AMENDING THE GENERAL PLAN LAND USE DESIGNATION ON APPROXIMATELY 3.64 ADJUSTED GROSS ACRES (APN: 0241-071-41 AND -42) FROM MULTI-FAMIILY RESIDENTIAL (R-MF) AND MULTI-FAMILY HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL (R-MFH) TO MULTI-FAMILY MEDIUM/HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL (R-MFMH) AND APPROVING DESIGN REVIEW NO. 22-028 TO CONSTRUCT A MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT COMPRISED OF 88 UNITS AND FIVE ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS, ON-SITE AMENDITIES, PARKING LANDSCAPING AND OTHER ON-SITE AND OFF-SITE IMPROVEMENTS.
WHEREAS, the proposed General Plan Amendment considered a “Project” as defined by the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA); and WHEREAS, the City of Fontana General Plan was adopted by the City Council on November 13, 2018; and WHEREAS, on April 20, 2022, the applicant submitted a request for General Plan Amendment No. 22-012 to change the land use designation of two parcels from Multi-Family Residential (R-MF) and Multi-Family High Density Residential (R-MFH) to Multi-Family Medium/High Density Residential (R-MFMH) totaling approximately 3.64 adjusted gross acres (APN: 0241-071-41 and -42) and Design Review Project No. 22-028 for the site and architectural review of a 88 unit multi-family residential development with associated site improvements including landscaping, parking and amenities; and WHEREAS, all the notices required by statute and the Fontana City Code have been given as required; and WHEREAS, on January 17, 2023, the Planning Commission received a staff report and all the information, evidence, and public testimony and recommended approval to the City Council General Plan Amendment No. 22-003, Zoning Code (District Map) Amendment No. 22-004 Zoning Change Amendment No. 22-012 and Design Review No. 22-028; and WHEREAS, on March 28, 2023, the City Council received a staff report and all the information, evidence, and public testimony and approved General Plan Amendment No. 22-012, Zoning Code (District Map) Amendment No. 22-004, Zoning Change Amendment No. 22-012 and Design Review No. 22-028; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission found that the proposed update to the General Plan map (Exhibit A) and Zoning Map are compatible with the general objectives of the General Plan, and that both updates directly implement General Plan policy, thereby enhancing consistency between the General Plan and Zoning Map; and WHEREAS, based on the information presented to the City Council at the public hearing held for General Plan Amendment No. 22-003, Zoning Code (District Map) Amendment No. 22-004 and Zoning Code Amendment No. 22-012 along with other entitlements referred herein, the testimony received, and the supporting documents in evidence, the City Council found that the proposed amendment and project is in conformance with the goals and policies of the General Plan as referred herein; and WHEREAS, all impacts of the project were fully examined and mitigated, therefore, the preparation of a Mitigated Negative Declaration along with the MMRP was the appropriate CEQA document to support the City’s consideration of the project, as outlined in CEQA Guidelines §15130. The City Council finds that the Mitigated Negative Declaration contains a complete and accurate reporting of all the environmental impacts associated with the project and a Notice of Determination has been prepared for the City Council’s consideration; and WHEREAS, the City of Fontana wishes to protect and preserve the quality of the life throughout the City, through effective land use and planning.
Section 2. The City Council hereby adopts the Mitigated Negative Declaration along with the MMRP for the proposed project. The City Council finds that the Mitigated Negative Declaration contains a complete and accurate reporting of all the environmental impacts associated with the Project. The City Council further finds that the Mitigated Negative Declaration has been completed in compliance with CEQA, 2019 Local Guidelines for Implementing the California Environmental Quality Act, and the State CEQA Guidelines. Implementation of the Mitigation Measures contained is hereby made a conditions of approval of the Project. In the event of any inconsistences between the Mitigation Measures set forth herein and the MMRP, the MMPR shall control.
Section 3. The City of Fontana City Council hereby makes the following findings for General Plan Amendment No. 22-012 (GPA No. 22-012) in accordance with Section 30-31 “Purpose” of the Fontana Zoning and Development Code:
Finding: The purpose and intent is to keep an updated General Plan to reflect the current desires and needs of the citizens for the long-term growth of the City.
Finding of Fact: The applicant is proposing to change the General Plan Land Use Designation of the site from Multi-Family Residential (R-MF) and Multi-Family High Density Residential (R-MFH) to Multi-Family Medium/High Density Residential (R-MFMH). This would allow for the construction of a 92-unit (88 units and five accessory dwelling units) multi-family development with associated on-site and off-site improvements. This development will assist with need for residential units City of Fontana and the surrounding area.
Section 4. The City of Fontana City Council hereby makes the following findings for Design Review No. 22-028 in accordance with Section 30-120 “Findings for approval” of the Fontana Zoning and Development Code:
Finding No. 1: This proposal meets or exceeds the criteria contained in Division 2 of the Zoning and Development Code and will result in an appropriate and desirable development.
Finding of Fact: The project, as proposed, is a request for the Planning Commission to review and forward a recommendation of approval for the site and architectural design for the proposed 88 units residential development. The units have two to three bedrooms and range in size from 930 to 1,309 square feet. Ingress and egress from the site will be taken from San Jacinto Avenue and an emergency vehicle access is proposed on Ramona Avenue. The development will be gated for security and privacy purposes. The development will be comprised of two- and three-story buildings. The project will be an appropriate and desirable development for the area. With the requested associated general plan amendment and zone change from Multi-Family Residential and Multi-Family High Density Residential to Multi-Family Medium/High Density Residential, the project will meet or exceed the criteria contained in the Design Review section of the Fontana Zoning and Development Code.
Finding No. 2: The proposal is in its design and appearance is aesthetically and architecturally pleasing while enhancing the character of the surrounding neighborhood.
Finding of Fact: As indicated in Finding No. 1, the proposed multi-family development has been designed in the Craftsman style of architecture with the appropriate characteristics to exemplify the style, such as vertical and horizontal siding, decorative rafter tails, dormer-style windows, shutters, etc. Additionally, variations to the building face and roof lines will be architecturally pleasing and will provide individual identity to the units. Access to and from the project site would be provided from San Jacinto Avenue with an emergency vehicle access from Ramona Avenue. The proposed residential development will be compatible with the multi-family development to the south and the single-family development to the east and will provide a quality, aesthetically please development for the surrounding neighborhood.
Finding No. 3: The site improvements are appropriate and will result in a safe, well-designed facility.
Finding of Fact: The proposed development complies with the Zoning and Development Code standards. The improvements include amenities, site circulation, parking, landscaping, lighting, driveways, sidewalks and decorative paving.
Finding No. 4: The proposal is consistent with the General Plan and applicable Specific Plan.
Finding of Fact: The proposed general plan land use designation of Multi-Family Medium/High Density Residential (R-MFMH) is intended for higher-density multi-family development up to 39 dwelling units per acre. The proposed development meets the intention of the general plan designation.
Finding No. 5: The proposal promotes the public health, safety, and welfare of the community.
Finding of Fact: The proposed project as described in the above findings will result in the construction of a new multi-family development. All new improvements such as driveways, sidewalks, drive aisles, etc. will comply with all applicable building, zoning, and fire codes and standards, and therefore, shall promote the public health, safety, and welfare of the surrounding community.
Section 5. Based on the foregoing, the City Council of the City of Fontana hereby approves General Plan Amendment No. 22-003 attached as Exhibit “A” to this Resolution and incorporated herein by this reference.
Section 6. Based on the foregoing, the City Council of the City of Fontana hereby approves Design Review No. 22-028 subject to the Conditions of Approval, which are attached hereto as Exhibit “B” to this Resolution and incorporated herein by this reference.
Section 7. Resolution Regarding Custodian of Record: The documents and materials that constitute the record of proceedings on which this Resolution has been based are located at the Planning Department, 8353 Sierra Avenue, Fontana, CA 92335. This information is provided in compliance with Public Resources Code section 21081.6.
APPROVED on this 28th day of March 2023.
READ AND APPROVED AS TO LEGAL FORM;
City Attorney
ATTEST:
I, Germaine McClellan Key, City Clerk of the City of Fontana and Ex-Officio Clerk of the City Council, do hereby certify that the foregoing resolution is the actual resolution duly and regularly adopted by the City of Fontana at a regular meeting thereof, held on March 28, 2023, by the following vote to wit:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
City Clerk of the City of Fontana
Mayor of the City of Fontana
ATTEST:
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City Clerk
“EXHIBIT A”
EXHIBIT “B”
CITY OF FONTANA
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
PROJECT: Master Case No. (MCN) 22-052 DATE: March 28, 2023 Design Review (DRP) No. 22-028
LOCATION: The project site is located on west side of Sierra Avenue between San Jacinto Avenue and Ramona Avenue at 7578 Sierra Avenue (APNs: 0241-071-41 and -42) PLANNING DEPARTMENT:
The rights and privileges granted by this project shall not become effective, nor shall the applicant commence the use for which this project is granted, until both of the following have occurred:
A. All requirements of the Fontana City’s Municipal Code shall be complied with.
B. All Conditions of Approval imposed on this project have been fulfilled.
The applicant shall defend, indemnify, protect and hold harmless the City of Fontana or its agents, officers, attorneys and employees from any and all actual or alleged claims, actions or proceedings against the City of Fontana or its agents, officers, attorneys or employees to attack, set aside, void, annul or seek monetary damages arising out of any challenge to the applicant’s proposed project or to any approvals of the Planning Commission and/or City Council concerning this project, including but not limited to actions challenging CEQA actions, permits, variances, plot plans, design plans, maps, licenses, and amendments. The City of Fontana shall promptly notify the applicant of any claim, action, or proceeding and the City of Fontana shall cooperate in the defense.
In the event of any such third-party action or proceeding, the City shall have the right to retain legal counsel. The applicant shall be responsible and reimburse the City for such legal fees and costs, in their entirety, including actual attorneys’ fees, which may be incurred by the City in defense of such action or proceeding. This indemnification shall also include, but not be limited to, damages, fees and/or costs awarded against the City, if any, and cost of suit, attorneys’ fees, and other costs, liabilities and expenses incurred in connection with such claim, action, or proceeding whether incurred by applicant, the City and/or any parties bringing such forth.
Except as required under applicable State and Federal law, the City of Fontana and the applicant acknowledge that the City would not have approved this project if the City were to be liable to applicant in damages under or with respect to all or any part of this application or this condition of approval. Accordingly, applicant shall not sue the City for damages or monetary relief for any matter arising from or related to this condition of approval. Applicant’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be limited to declaratory/injunctive relief, mandate, and/or specific performance.
3. This project shall comply with all applicable provisions, regulations and development standards of the Fontana Zoning and Development Code.
4. Historic Archaeological Resources
Upon discovery of any tribal cultural or archaeological resources, cease construction activities in the immediate vicinity of the find until the find can be assessed. All tribal cultural and archaeological resources unearthed by project construction activities shall be evaluated by the qualified archaeologist and tribal monitor/consultant. If the resources are Native American in origin, interested Tribes (as a result of correspondence with area Tribes) shall coordinate with the landowner regarding treatment and curation of these resources. Typically, the Tribe will request preservation in place or recovery for educational purposes. Work may continue on other parts of the project while evaluation takes place.
Preservation in place shall be the preferred manner of treatment. If preservation in place is not feasible, treatment may include implementation of archaeological data recovery excavation to remove the resource along the subsequent laboratory processing and analysis. All Tribal Cultural Resources shall be returned to the Tribe. Any historic archaeological material that is not Native American in origin shall be curated at a public, non-profit institution with a research interest in the materials, if such an institution agrees to accept the material. If no institution accepts the archaeological material, they shall be offered to the Tribe or a local school or historical society in the area for educational purposes.
Archaeological and Native American monitoring and excavation during construction projects shall be consistent with current professional standards. All feasible care to avoid any unnecessary disturbance, physical modification, or separation of human remains and associated funerary objects shall be taken. Principal personnel shall meet the Secretary of the Interior standards for archaeology and have a minimum of 10 years’ experience as a principal investigator working with Native American archaeological sites in southern California. The Qualified Archaeologist shall ensure that all other personnel are appropriately trained and qualified.
5. The construction contractor shall use the following source controls at all times:
Construction shall be limited to 7:00 am to 6:00 pm on weekday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm on Saturdays, and no construction on Sundays and holidays unless it is approved by the Building Inspector for cases that are considered urgently necessary as defined in Section No. 18-63(7) of the Municipal Code. For all noise-producing equipment, use types and models that have the lowest horsepower and the lowest noise generating potential practical for their intended use.
The construction contractor will ensure that all construction equipment, fixed or mobile, is properly operating (tuned-up) and lubricated, and that mufflers are working adequately.
Have only necessary equipment onsite.
Use manually-adjustable or ambient-sensitive backup alarms. When working adjacent to residential use(s), the construction contractor will also use the following path controls, except where not physically feasible, when necessary:
Install portable noise barriers, including solid structures and noise blankets, between the active noise sources and the nearest noise receivers.
Temporarily enclose localized and stationary noise sources.
Store and maintain equipment, building materials, and waste materials as far as practical from as many sensitive receivers as practical.
6. Any foam treatment used for architecture treatments and/or projections located on the first floor shall be covered with concrete or similar durable material a minimum of ¼ inch thick, or as determined by the Director of Planning.
7. All proposed Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) shall meet the City of Fontana Development Code at the time of building permit issuance irrespective of being shown on any previous plans.
8. The applicant shall post a publicly visible sign on the project site with the telephone number and 24-hour point of contact for dust, noise and construction complaints. The 24-hour point of contact shall be available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and have authority to commit additional assets to control dust, or respond to construction complaints after hours, on weekends and on holidays. Construction shall be limited to 7:00 am to 6:00 pm on weekdays, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm on Saturdays, and no construction on Sundays and Holidays.
9. All Conditions of Approval contained herein shall be incorporated into all applicable final construction plans and a copy of these conditions, signed by the property owner or legal representative, shall be placed on a sheet in the final building and grading plans prior to issuance of any building or grading permits.
10. The current development fees must be paid prior to issuance of building/construction permits.
11. After the fifteen (15) day appeal period, the applicant shall remove the notice of Filing sign from the project site. The applicant may request a refund of the $300 sign deposit. The request shall be submitted to the Planning Department.
ENGINEERING LAND DEVELOPMENT:
12. The project shall be served by the City’s sanitary sewer system, all sewer facilities shall be constructed in accordance with the City Standards. Main trunk sewer line shall be in accordance with master sanitary sewer plan or as approved by the City Engineer.
13. The applicant shall obtain design and plan approval from all utility providers having jurisdiction over the on-site and off-site utilities. Completion of all undergrounding of on-site and off-site utilities is required by Section 27-52 of the City Municipal Code and in accordance with plans and specifications approved by the City Engineer.
14. The Applicant shall maintain all improvements and utilities within the public right- of-way, including street sweeping, prior to issuance of final certificate of occupancy by the City.
PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF GRADING PERMIT
15. The Applicant shall submit and gain approval of a complete Water Quality Management Plan report in accordance with the County of San Bernardino Technical Guidance Document and latest template.
PRIOR TO MAP RECORDATION
16. Applicant shall provide a Land Improvement Agreement, with accompanying security. The agreement shall be executed on City-provided forms.
PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF CONSTRUCTION PERMITS
17. The Applicant shall record lot line adjustment and a summary vacation as required for the development.
18. The Applicant shall submit engineered improvement plans and obtain full approval. All required public improvements, including but not limited to streets, storm drainage systems, sewers, traffic signals, streetlights, striping, signs, landscape, and any required traffic control and/or detour plans. All plans shall conform to City Standards and Specifications, and as approved by the City Engineer.
PRIOR TO CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY
19. The Applicant/Engineer to provide the City of Fontana with As Built/Record Drawings for all public improvement plans.
20. The Applicant/Engineer shall provide centerline ties to the City of Fontana reflecting proper setting of all survey monuments within the project limits and replace any existing survey monuments damaged or removed during construction.
21. The Applicant/Landscape Architect shall provide a “Landscape Certificate of Compliance” certifying that the work has been designed, installed, and will be maintained in accordance with the City of Fontana’s Model Water Efficiency Landscape Ordinance (Ordinance 1743, FCC Section 28).
PRIOR TO FINAL ACCEPTANCE OF PROJECT
22. Applicant/Design Engineer to provide the City of Fontana with As-Built/Record Drawings for all public improvement plans.
23. The Applicant/Engineer shall provide centerline ties to the City of Fontana reflecting proper setting of all survey monuments within the project limits and replace any existing survey monuments damaged or removed during construction.
24. Applicant/Landscape Architect shall provide a “Landscape Certificate of Compliance” certifying that the work has been designed, installed, and will be maintained in accordance with the City of Fontana’s Model Water Efficiency Landscape Ordinance (Ordinance 1743, FCC Section 28).
25. All sewers shall be video inspected by applicant/contractor. Sewer video shall include clean-out connection, clean-out to lateral segment, lateral, and main line. Contractor performing the video inspection must have a NASSCO PACP, LACP, and MACP certification. Applicant shall provide a copy of the video on DVD or flash drive to inspection staff with an accompanying full report. Videos to be inspected and approved by City Inspector. If removal and replacement of any utility is required, a subsequent video of the repair will be required.
26. All storm drains shall be video inspected by applicant/contractor. Storm drain video shall include main lines and laterals. Applicant shall provide a copy of the video on DVD or flash drive to inspection staff. Videos to be inspected and approved by City Inspector. If removal and replacement of any utility is required, a subsequent video of the repair will be required.
27. The Applicant/Engineer of Record shall submit a conforming copy of the recorded Memorandum of Agreement for the Water Quality Management Plan and Storm Water Best Management Practices transfer. The Access, Maintenance, and the WQMP Certification for BMP Completion must be submitted to the City Project Engineer.
BUILDING & SAFETY:
28. The applicant shall install an automatic fire suppression system, which is required in all new construction per FMC Chapter 11 Article II. Design and type of system shall be based upon the requirements of the Building Code, Fire Code and the requirements of the Fontana Fire Prevention District.
29. The applicant shall comply with the requirements of the South Coast Air Quality Management District (909-396-2000). SCAQMD requirements shall be satisfied prior to the issuance of any permit if hazardous materials are stored and/or used.
30. The applicant shall verify that any temporary building, trailer, commercial coach, etc. installed and/or used in connection with a construction project complies with FMC Chapter 5 Article XIV.
31. The applicant shall verify that all perimeter/boundary walls are designed and constructed so that the outer/exterior face of the wall is as close as possible to the lot line. In any case, the outer/exterior face of the wall shall be within two (2) inches of the lot line. Distances greater than two (2) inches may be approved prior to construction by the Building Official on a case by case basis for extenuating circumstances.
32. The applicant shall comply with the following grading requirements:
A. Grading plans shall be submitted to and approved by Building & Safety. The grading plans shall indicate all site improvements and shall indicate complete drainage paths of all drainage water run-offs.
B. All drainage water shall drain via approved methods to an approved location, such as a public street, a public drainage system, etc.
C. Drainage water shall not cross over a public sidewalk. Drainage water may, however, cross under a sidewalk if an approved drainage structure is used.
D. A recorded drainage acceptance agreement is required from adjoining property(s) receiving flows from this property.
E. No water course or natural drainage shall be obstructed.
F. Minimum slope or grade for ALL drainage structures shall be one half (0.50) percent for concrete and one (1.0) percent for all other, or as otherwise approved by the Building Official.
G. Drainage water shall not pass from an ‘improved’ type of drainage structure to an ‘unimproved’ type of drainage structure (e.g., concrete swale to a dirt swale) unless otherwise approved by the Building Official.
H. A complete hydrology study using the latest edition of the San Bernardino County Flood Control Hydrology Manual, and complete hydraulic calculations justifying the size, slope, capacity, etc. of any and all drainage structures being utilized, shall be submitted to and approved by Building & Safety.
The on-site drainage system shall, as a minimum, be designed to handle the run-off generated by a ten (10) year storm. Check for flooding of all on-site structures (buildings) and all adjacent properties during a hundred (100) year storm.
I. The grading plans shall, as a minimum, contain sections at all lot lines and/or permit boundary lines. These sections shall clearly indicate:
1. The relationship between the proposed finished on-site grade elevations and the existing adjacent property grade elevations (Indicate any additional drainage water that may come from an adjacent property.); and
2. The ground cover/finished surface material being proposed (e.g., type of pavement, plant material, etc.); and
3. All proposed drainage structures; and
4. Any proposed and/or required walls or fencing.
33. The applicant shall verify that all exterior lighting shall be oriented, directed, and/or shielded as much as possible so that direct illumination does not infringe onto adjoining properties.
PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF BUILDING/CONSTRUCTION PERMITS
34. The following items (as applicable) shall be completed by the applicant and submitted to Building & Safety prior to the issuance of building permits for this project:
A. Precise grading plans shall be approved
B. Rough grading completed
C. Compaction certification
D. Pad elevation certification
E. Rough grade inspection signed off by a City Building Inspector
35. If hazardous substances are used and/or stored, the applicant shall provide a technical opinion and report, identifying and developing methods of protection from the hazards presented by the hazardous materials, may be required. This report shall be prepared by a qualified person, firm, or corporation and submitted to Building & Safety. This report shall also explain the proposed facility's intended methods of operation and list all of the proposed materials, their quantities, classifications, and the effects of any chemical (material) inter-mixing in the event of an accident or spill.
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY FIRE DEPARTMENT:
36. Jurisdiction. The above referenced project is under the jurisdiction of the Fontana fire Protection District (herein “Fire Department”). Prior to any construction occurring on any parcel, the applicant shall contact the Fire Department for verification of current fire protection requirements. All new construction shall comply with the current California Fire Code requirements and all applicable statutes, codes, ordinances, and standards of the Fire Department.
37. Fire Access Road Width. Prior to map recordation, all fire access roadways shall be designed to meet the requirements for this development and shall be approved by the Fire Department. All buildings shall have access provided by approved roads, alleys and private drives with a minimum twenty-six (26) foot unobstructed width and vertically to fourteen (14) feet six (6) inches in height. Buildings three (3) stories in height or more shall have a minimum access of thirty (30) feet unobstructed width and vertically to fourteen (14) feet six (6) inches in height. California Fire Code sec 503, SBCFD Standard 503.1
38. Turnaround. An approved turnaround shall be provided at the end of each roadway one hundred and fifty (150) feet or more in length. Cul-de-sac length shall not exceed six hundred (600) feet; all roadways shall not exceed a 12 % grade and have a minimum of nineteen (19) foot inside radius and a forty-five (45) foot outside radius for all turns. California Fire Code sec 503, SBCFD Standard 503.1
39. Street Signs. Approved temporary or permanent street signs shall be installed throughout the project prior any combustible materials being placed on the construction site. California Fire Code sec. 505, SBCFD Standard 505.1
40. Fire Lanes. The applicant shall submit a site plan to the Fire Department for review and approval of all proposed signage and striping for all fire access roadways. All curbs adjacent to fire lanes shall be painted red and “No Parking, Fire Lane” signs shall be installed on public and private roads in accordance with approved standards. SBCFD Standard 501.
41. Water System Commercial. Prior to map recordation, all water supply systems shall be designed to meet the required fire flow for this development and shall be approved by the Fire Department. The required fire flow shall be determined by using Appendix B of the California Fire Code. A minimum of one new six (6) inch fire hydrant assembly with two (2) two and one half (2 1/2) inch and one (1) four (4) inch outlet shall be provided. All fire hydrants shall be spaced no more than three hundred (300) feet apart as measured along vehicular travel-ways. California Fire Code sec 508, SBCFD Standard 508.1
42. The Fire Flow for this project shall be: 3375 GPM for a 2 hour duration at 20 psi residual operating pressure. Fire Flow is based on a 102,330 sq.ft. structure.
43. Hydrant Marking. Blue reflective pavement markers indicating fire hydrant locations shall be installed as specified by the Fire Department. SBCFD Standard 508.5.2.
44. Water System Certification. The applicant shall provide the Fire Department with a letter from the serving water company, certifying that the required water improvements have been made or that the existing fire hydrants and water system will meet distance and fire flow requirements. Fire flow water supply shall be in place prior to placing combustible materials on the jobsite.
45. Combustible Protection. Prior to combustibles being placed on the project site an approved paved roadway providing fire access and fire hydrants providing an acceptable fire flow shall be installed. California Fire Code sec 508, SBCFD Standard 508.1
46. Fire Sprinkler-NFPA #13. An automatic fire sprinkler system complying with NFPA 13 and Fire Department standards is required. A fire sprinkler contractor shall submit three (3) sets of detailed plans to the Fire Department for review and approval. The plans shall include hydraulic calculations and manufacturer specification sheets. The required fees shall be paid at the time of plan submittal. SBCFD Standard 903.
47. Fire Alarm, Waterflow Monitoring. A water flow monitoring fire alarm system complying with the California Fire Code, NFPA and all applicable codes is required or fire sprinkler systems with twenty (20) sprinkler heads or more. A fire alarm contractor shall submit three (3) sets of detailed plans to the Fire Department for review and approval. The required fees shall be paid at the time of plan submittal. California Fire Code sec. 907, SBCFD Standard 907 FA-M.
48. Fire Extinguishers. Hand portable fire extinguishers are required. The location, type, and cabinet design shall be approved by the Fire Department. California Fire Code sec. 906.
49. Key Box. An approved Fire Department key box is required. The key box shall be provided with a tamper switch and shall be monitored by a Fire Department approved central monitoring service. SBCFD Standard 506
50. Security Gates. In commercial, industrial and multi-family complexes, all swing gates shall have an approved fire department Knox Lock. Where an automatic electric security gate is used, an approved Fire Department override switch is required. SBCFD Standard 503.1.2
51. Material Identification Placards. The applicant shall install, in all locations deemed appropriate by the Fire Department, approved material identification placards on the outside of all buildings and/or storage tanks that store hazardous or flammable materials. Additional placards shall be required inside the buildings when chemicals are segregated into separate areas. Standard 2703.5.
52. Secondary Access. The development shall have a minimum of 2 points of vehicular access during each phase of construction for fire and emergency access purposes and for evacuation routes. SBCFD Standard 503.1
END OF CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
ATTACHMENT NO. 1
Resolution No. 2023-_____