Agenda — Norco City Council, March 16, 2022 (part 2 of 2)

3.5.6 Entire Agreement. This Agreement contains the entire Agreement of the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof, and supersedes all prior negotiations, understandings or agreements. This Agreement may only be modified by a writing signed by both parties.

3.5.7 Governing Law. This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of California. Venue shall be in Riverside County.

3.5.8 Time of Essence. Time is of the essence for each and every provision of this Agreement.

3.5.9 City’s Right to Employ Other Contractors. City reserves right to employ other contractors in connection with this Project.

3.5.10 Successors and Assigns. This Agreement shall be binding on the successors and assigns of the parties.

3.5.11 Assignment or Transfer. Contractor shall not assign, hypothecate or transfer, either directly or by operation of law, this Agreement or any interest herein without the prior written consent of the City. Any attempt to do so shall be null and void, and any assignees, hypothecates or transferees shall acquire no right or interest by reason of such attempted assignment, hypothecation or transfer.

3.5.12 Construction; References; Captions. Since the Parties or their agents have participated fully in the preparation of this Agreement, the language of this Agreement shall be construed simply, according to its fair meaning, and not strictly for or against any Party. Any term referencing time, days or period for performance shall be work days (Monday through Friday, excluding holidays). All references to Contractor include all personnel, employees, agents, and subcontractors of Contractor, except as otherwise specified in this Agreement. All references to City include its elected officials, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers except as otherwise specified in this Agreement. The captions of the various articles and paragraphs are for convenience and ease of reference only, and do not define, limit, augment, or describe the scope, content or intent of this Agreement.

3.5.13 Amendment; Modification. No supplement, modification or amendment of this Agreement shall be binding unless executed in writing and signed by both Parties.

3.5.14 Waiver. No waiver of any default shall constitute a waiver of any other default or breach, whether of the same or other covenant or condition. No waiver, benefit, privilege, or service voluntarily given or performed by a Party shall give the other Party any contractual rights by custom, estoppel or otherwise.

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3.5.15 No Third-Party Beneficiaries. There are no intended third-party beneficiaries of any right or obligation assumed by the Parties.

3.5.16 Invalidity; Severability. If any portion of this Agreement is declared invalid, illegal, or otherwise unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

3.5.17 Prohibited Interests. Contractor maintains and warrants that it has not employed nor retained any company or person, other than a bona fide employee working solely for Contractor, to solicit or secure this Agreement. Further, Contractor warrants that it has not paid nor has it agreed to pay any company or person, other than a bona fide employee working solely for Contractor, any fee, commission, percentage, brokerage fee, gift or other consideration contingent upon or resulting from the award or making of this Agreement. Contractor further agrees to file, or shall cause its employees or subcontractors to file, a Statement of Economic Interest with the City’s Filing Officer as required under state law in the performance of the Services. For breach or violation of this warranty, City shall have the right to rescind this Agreement without liability. For the term of this Agreement, no member, officer or employee of City, during the term of his or her service with City, shall have any direct interest in this Agreement, or obtain any present or anticipated material benefit arising therefrom.

3.5.18 Equal Opportunity Employment. Contractor represents that it is an equal opportunity employer and it shall not discriminate against any subcontractor, employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, national origin, handicap, ancestry, sex or age. Such non-discrimination shall include, but not be limited to, all activities related to initial employment, upgrading, demotion, transfer, recruitment or recruitment advertising, layoff or termination. Contractor shall also comply with all relevant provisions of City’s Minority Business Enterprise program, Affirmative Action Plan or other related programs or guidelines currently in effect or hereinafter enacted.

3.5.19 Labor Certification. By its signature hereunder, Contractor certifies that it is aware of the provisions of Section 3700 of the California Labor Code which require every employer to be insured against liability for Workers’ Compensation or to undertake self-insurance in accordance with the provisions of that Code, and agrees to comply with such provisions before commencing the performance of the Services.

3.5.20 Authority to Enter Agreement. Contractor has all requisite power and authority to conduct its business and to execute, deliver, and perform the Agreement.

Each Party warrants that the individuals who have signed this Agreement have the legal power, right, and authority to make this Agreement and bind each respective Party.

3.5.21 Counterparts. This Agreement may be signed in counterparts, each of which shall constitute an original.

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3.6 Subcontracting.

3.6.1 Prior Approval Required. Contractor shall not subcontract any portion of the work required by this Agreement, except as expressly stated herein, without prior written approval of City. Subcontracts, if any, shall contain a provision making them subject to all provisions stipulated in this Agreement.

Name of Contractor:
*By:
_______________________________
Signature
Don Trenholm, __________________
Title
OWNER: CITY OF NORCO, a municipal corporation
*By:
_________________________________
Greg Newton, Mayor
ATTEST:
__________________________________
Dana Roa, CMC, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
___________________________________
John R. Harper, City Attorney
Act 1 Construction, Inc.

NOTE: SIGNATURES OF CORPORATE OFFICIALS MUST BE NOTARIZED.

Attach Certificate of Notary Acknowledgment

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EXHIBIT A

DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION OF A MONITOR STEEL FRAME BARN BUILDING AT THE GEORGE A. INGALLS EVENT CENTER
The services shall be performed in accordance with the Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction (Green Book), latest edition, including all current supplements, addenda, and revisions thereof (hereinafter referred to as “Standard Specifications”) incorporated herein by this reference. Any provisions which supplement or modify the Standard Specifications are attached hereto as Special Provisions and incorporated herein by this reference.

I. INTRODUCTION
The City of Norco is soliciting proposals from qualified and professional firms to design, engineer, supply and construct a 125’ wide x 175’ long x 15’ tall (at the eave) with an 8- foot maximum height Copula, painted steel Monitor Barn event building. The building will be constructed at the George A. Ingalls Equestrian Event Center located at 3737 Crestview, Norco, California 92860. Adjacent to Gate 2 located on Sixth Street.

II. DESIGN/BUILD SERVICES
The proposed project includes the construction of a 125’ wide x 175’ long x 15’ at eave with an 8-foot maximum height Copula, pre-engineered steel building as detailed in the attached outline specification and preliminary drawings.

The proposals shall include the costs of all components of a complete building including, but not limited to, fence and pad site work, clearing and grubbing, foundations, floors, walls, roof, doors, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, amenities and all other necessary work for a complete and functional building.

All necessary civil and structural engineering and architectural design services required for permits and construction purposes. Preliminary Civil and Electrical plans are included in these specifications.

III. CODES AND STANDARDS
At a minimum the following codes, standards or regulations shall be used for this Project:

All Applicable OSHA Regulations.

The City of Norco Fire & Building Safety Codes.

The City of Norco Commercial Building Energy Standards.

The Specifications for Public Works Construction

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IV. MANDATORY PRE-PROPOSAL MEETING
The Department of Parks Recreation and Community Services will conduct a “PreProposal Meeting” on Wednesday October 27, 2021 at 1:30 PM at the George A.

Ingalls Equestrian Event Center located at 3737 Crestview, Norco California 92860 – Please note the meeting will be at the location for site build and signage provided located off Sixth Street “Gate 2”. The meeting is intended to outline and clarify the proposal requirements and provide an opportunity for questions and answers. If necessary, an addendum to this Request for Proposals will be issued to those parties in attendance following the pre-proposal meeting. All questions related to this Request for Proposals and addenda, if needed, shall be in writing and emailed to [email protected]
V. PROPOSALS
Proposals shall be submitted to Mr. Brian Petree, Deputy City Manager, Director Parks, Recreation and Community Services, 2870 Clark Avenue, Norco, Ca. 92860, no later than Wednesday November 22, 2021 at 2:00 PM, in one large, sealed envelope. The sealed envelope will be labeled Design and Construction of a Monitor Steel Frame Barn. The envelope shall contain the submitter’s proposed compensation for successfully performing the scope of work. Submitter will provide three (3) copies of the proposal.

Proposals shall indicate the following in a detailed manner:

1. Past experience on similar projects (both size and scope) including contact information

2. Support personnel to be used on the project

3. A listing of any joint venture partners or subcontractors to be used for portions of the work.

4. Contractor contact names and phone numbers

5. Plan view of proposed layout

6. A total guaranteed maximum cost for materials and labor necessary to complete the project.

7. A proposed schedule guaranteeing delivery and materials for build

8. Proposed materials

9. Detailed cost breakdown

10.Project schedule and timetable for completion
This “Request for Proposal” does not commit the City to award a contract, to pay any costs incurred in the preparation of the proposal in response to this request, or to procure or contract for any services. The City reserves the right to accept or to reject, in part or in its entirety, the Request for Proposal if such action is deemed to be in the best interest of the City. Proposal price will remain effective for 120 days from date of submittal no exceptions.

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Any requests for additional information or clarifications should be submitted to [email protected].
3 BACKGROUND INFORMATION
The “Monitor Steel Frame Barn-Event Center” project shall consists of design build that includes a steel frame structure, electrical CMU building within the steel structure, electrical, water, sewer, storm drain & structural BMP, and paving to provide a clean presence for construction on a new concrete pad. Project includes restrooms, storage space, electrical, lighting, parking and circulation road around the building to construct a new 21,875 SF metal Monitor Barn Building per site plan. The project, located at the City’s Ingalls Event Center (3737 Crestview) includes grading, infrastructure to site to include but not limited to utilities, drainage structures, paving, the new building’s foundation and the erection of the new metal building.
4 CONCRETE WORK
A 5” reinforced concrete building slab to be approximately 125 feet wide by 175 feet in length. The finished building pad elevation shall be based on preliminary civil drawings (attached).
5 SURVEY
The City shall provide existing topo for site location and civil engineered site drawings, however contractor shall provide any and all updated survey required to perform the construction of the new barn building.
6 FENCING
Temporary fencing will be required where appropriate to secure the work site.

VII. BUILDING
The proposed project includes a pre-engineered steel building to be 125’ x 175’ x 15’ high at the eave. Clear span metal framework to meet all applicable State, local and industry standards and codes. Including wind and solar loads required by the City of Norco.

1. Building to have a 15’ high side eave height, single slope not to exceed 1:12 Roof sheeting to be 26-gauge steel American long span panel with color finish with 20- year warranty. Final color to be determined once proposal is awarded.

2. Wall sheeting to be 26-gauge American long span panels with color finish with 10- year warranty. Final color to be made once proposal is awarded.

3. Eave trim color to be determined upon award of proposal

4. Two (2) Single metal pedestrian doors with threshold adjustable weather seals per site and building preliminary drawings.

5. Four (4) 12’ Roll-side by side barn doors with framed openings 12’ wide x 14’ high located on west and east side of building.

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6. Two (2) 25’ Roll-barn doors with framed openings 25’ wide x 14 feet high located on the north and south side of building.

7. Erection of steel building – designed for 5 lbs. Collateral loads

8. Roof and side wall vents

9. Copula with vented air vents to run span length of building.

10.Rain gutters along rear low side slope, with designed downspouts. Downspouts to take water and be delivered into proposed storm drain.

11.Additional requirements are included in Attachment “A”

VIII INSULATION
Insulation is excluded at this time

IX ELECTRICAL
The new building will require an electrical panel capable of 120 and 240-volt 200-amp service including outlets and interior and exterior lighting. Provide outlets as required by the NEC. Interior and exterior lighting will be LED as per specification and electrical plans attached.

X HVAC
HVAC is excluded at this time. However large fans have been specified per drawings and electrical drawings overview.

XI PLUMBING
Plumbing of a water connection to exterior of new building to proposed restrooms, snack bar, hose bibs, drinking fountain as detailed on site and preliminary drawings.

XII FIRE PROTECTION
Fire Protection is required at this time pursuant to Norco Fire and Norco Building Codes.

XIII CLEAN UP
Premises will be kept clean and free of debris and left in a broom clean condition

XIV SCOPE OF WORK CLARIFICATION
Contractor is required to obtain a City of Norco Business License. Contractor is required to obtain all required permits from Building and Safety, Fire and Engineering and pay for plan check review.

XV DESIGN BUILD REQUIRMENTS AND PROCESS
The proposed project is in the City of Norco, Riverside County in the State of California.

The project is a design and build process. All projects must conform to California Building Code (CBC) requirements and National Building Codes (NBC) for medal building structures and the California Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) requirements for fire and life safety.

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A. Design-Build
The City of Norco requires as part of the Design-Build delivery, the builder to hire an Architect and Engineering firm team to design and construct the project through a Design-Build process.

B. Delivery and Method
Delivery and method shall have a design/construction firm involved under two distinct phases: the criteria documents for design phase and the build phase. a) First, the firm selects and hires or uses in house architect and/or engineer to produce criteria documents.
b) Upon completion of documents a design-build team, including a contractor and a design-build architect/engineer will provide a guaranteed maximum price to complete the design – and after approval construct the project. c) The selection of the design-build team shall be a competition between three nor more than four prequalified firms and design teams. d) The winning team shall get the project award. The architect/engineer remains involved through construction, representing the interests of the City of Norco and ensuring the design-build construction team fulfills the requirements of the City of Norco Contract for work.
e) The design-build architect/engineer is responsible for completing the design and satisfying code requirements; however, the Architect/Engineer answers to the design-build contractor and not the owner.
f) The selection of the Design Build team shall be based on performance criteria, a program, and specifications that carefully spell out the expected quality. g) The design-build team must demonstrate the ability to come up with unique solutions that may be completely different from the owner’s expectations.

But, with multiple options to choose from, that will conform to the City of Norco desired outcome and budget that best suits the City of Norco needs. h) Based on the submitted proposal and documents the City of Norco shall invite prequalified firms (Design Team) to submit competitive sealed proposals in the manner prescribed by the department. The request for proposals shall include, but need not be limited to, the following methodology. The City of Norco will evaluate proposals in the following way.

Whether the contract will be awarded on the basis of low proposal or best value, and any other information deemed necessary by the City of Norco.

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1. Proposal shall identify the project scope and needs as outlined by the City of Norco.

2. The estimated cost of the project broken out by design and construction with unit cost and material cost. Significant factors that the City of Norco will consider in evaluating proposals, including, but not limited to, cost or price and all non-price-related factors. Shall be included with the proposal in a separate sealed envelope. This process will not be evaluated until the top three proposers are selected.

3. Selection method to be used shall be “Best Value”. The department may reserve the right to request proposal revisions and hold discussions and negotiations with responsive proposers based on the rating process established in the proposal. In this case the City of Norco shall ensure that any discussions or negotiations are conducted in good faith.

4. For purposes of this project the City of Norco is utilizing best value as a selection method, the design-build competition shall progress as follows:
i. Competitive proposals shall be evaluated by using only the criteria and selection procedures specifically identified in the request for proposals. The following minimum factors, however, shall be weighted as deemed appropriate by the City of Norco:
ii. Price, unless a stipulated sum is specified.
iii. Technical design and construction expertise.
iv. Life-cycle costs over 15 or more years.
v. Ability to meet 240 calendar days or less to complete project.

5. When the evaluation is complete, the responsive proposers shall be ranked based on a determination of value provided using the proposal questionnaire and ranking value as identified in Appendix “C”, only the top (3) three proposers shall be interviewed for determining Best Value based on ranking. Upon, interview process the City shall retain the right to negotiate with responsive proposer’s base on Best Value and ranking as determined by the City of Norco.

6. The award of the contract shall be made to the responsible design-build entity whose proposal is determined by the City of Norco to have offered the best value to the public.

7. Notwithstanding any other provision of this code, upon issuance of a contract award, the City of Norco shall publicly announce its award,

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identifying the design-build entity to which the award is made, along with a statement regarding the basis of the award at a public council meeting.

Scope of Work and Project Summary/Requirements
The project will consist of the design and construction of Monitor Barn Event Center Steel Building.

The proposed project includes the construction of a 125’ wide x 175’ long x 18’ tall preengineered steel building addition as detailed in the attached outline specification.

The proposals shall include the costs of all components of a complete building including, but not limited to, demolition of existing building, fence and pad site work, clearing and grubbing, foundations, floors, walls, roof, doors, electrical, plumbing (fire protection) and all other necessary work for a complete and functional building to include all necessary civil and structural engineering and architectural design services required for permits and construction purposes.

The project will include, but not be limited to, the following:
 Review the Schematic Design features provided by the City of Norco  Alternative provided in the RFP process options.
 Review site data.
 City to provide topo and site survey.
 Upon award, determine and provide design schedule of work  City to provide geotechnical analysis along with soil percolation tests to meet project scope for steel medal barn building.
 Submit list of required permits
a) Building and Safety
b) Fire Department
c) Engineering
 Design site, site utilities, building and foundation system  Submit Design Build and development construction documents for review and approval, as required.
 Provide schedule of construction work.
 Secure work area and provide for continued access to the facility during construct project
 Create and provide operations and maintenance manual for equipment and care of fabricated steel structures or equipment
 Provide constructed drawings.

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Attachment “A”
GEORGE A. INGALLS EVENT CENTER BARN DESIGN/BUILD
PROPOSAL ITEM NO. 1 – DESIGN AND PERMITS
The work included in this item shall consist of all work necessary to submit to the Building and Safety Division of the Community Development Department construction plans and specifications for the Pole Barn at Ingalls Park per the following specifications:

GENERAL
 Code – 2019 Uniform California Building Code
 Size – Overall cover 125’ x 175’ north orientation spans to be 50’, 25’ and 50’ in the east/west direction and 25’ in the north/south direction.  Vertical clearance at eves – 15 feet.
 Wind load – 105 MPH, Exposure “C”.
 Roof pitch – 2 in 12, gable.
 Roof loading – Additional dead loading for possible future photovoltaic cells (6 pounds per square foot).
 Structural steel finish – Purlins to be galvanized, all other steel to be painted a “reddish-brown”. Painting of all structural steel except purlins shall be per technical data (SP-15) for the S37 System Metalmax DTM Acrylic Enamel, included in these specifications or approved equal. An initial primer coat shall also be applied.  Roof drainage – Gutter system connected to the storm drain system to be constructed with this project.
 Roof material – Seamed (not standing) steel panels 80,000 KSI (minimum) zincalume with baked enamel coating, white in color of approved equal. # Skylights shall be included equally spaced throughout the roof.
 Panels - To be zincalume with baked enamel coating, color matching existing areas as (forest green).
 End panels (ridge) - To be zincalume with baked enamel coating, color to match existing arena (forest green).
 Facia – To be zincalume with baked enamel coating, color to match existing arenas (white).
 Building permit – Plan check and construction permit required per City evaluation tables. Cost shall be included in this Proposal Item.
 CMU Storage Building with one roll-up door and one man door. All cells shall be solid grouted. Ceiling clearance shall be 12’.

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 Men’s and Women’s restrooms, janitor’s closet, office and snack bar shall be CMU.

Restroom fixtures to be institutional
 Snack bar to have lockable roll-up window (ADA accessible), two compartment s/s sink and s/s counter. Snack bar and office shall have conditioned air.  Utilities shall be provided in the snack bar for a 500# ice machine. Ice machine by others.
 Four “man”, panic hardwared, swinging out exit doors required from main building if building is enclosed on all four sides.
 Mop sink required in janitor’s closet.
 Down Spouts from cupola gutters may directly outlet directly on adjacent roofs.  Roll-up door for storage room shall be 12’x10’.
 Sliding doors on the south side shall be split and solid sheeted.  Wash rack shall have 5’ high CMU walls located per site plan. CMU cells shall be solid grouted.
 Exterior shall be metal liner panels.
 Roof shall be insulated.
 Three bin trash enclosure is required per city standard.  Louvers (located in cupola) required per building code.  Lite brush finish for concrete floors
 Walls enclosing barn shall be powder coated steel. Color 70  There shall be 6 rolling (interior & exterior) “Barn” style doors size and locations shown on site plans. These will be chosen by the city through submittal packets.

PLUMBING
 ADA drinking fountain required by restrooms.
 Five hose bibs required. One in center, three along walls and a manifold at the “wash rack”.
 Water supply for 500# ice machine.
 Mop sink in the janitors closet.
 Trap primers required for the trench drains.
 Floor drains required in the restrooms.
 Venting required for the sewer and clarifier through the roof  Washout inlets, pipe, manholes, clean outs, clarifier, any and all connections for the wash rack and related facilities.

WATER SERVICE & FIRE PROTECTION
 Two 1500 cfm Fire hydrants required. Location per site plan.  Fire Sprinklers with voice, horns and strobes required.

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ELECTRICAL
 Outlets in main building per site plan.
 Location or lights shall not conflict with sky lights.  Lighting fixtures shall be per preliminary electrical plans or approved equal.  Four “Big Ass” fans required. Reference preliminary electrical plans.  All outlets shall be GFCI protected.
 Equipotential bonding is required for the building.
 Snack Bar shall have power for a 500# Ice maker. Ice maker by others.  Electrical conduits and boxes shall be dust proof (all openings sealed), wet/damp rated and shall be corrosive resistant (plastic)
 Emergency lighting required for general path in public use areas.

DRAINAGE
 Provide a project Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) using the Riverside County Flood Control Template for the Santa Ana River Region:
http://content.rcflood.org/NPDES/SantaAnaWS.aspx
 The estimated Design Storm Capture Volume is approximately 2,100 CF.  Hydrology Report and features to mitigate any increased runoff from the site for post construction conditions.
 WQMP structural BMP shall be sized to accept and treat design storm water runoff per requirements of the Santa Ana River Region MS4 Permit and WQMP guidance documents.
 On site drainage facilities including pipes, inlets, junction structures, catch basins, down spout connections, clean outs, filter inserts, manholes, outlet structures and all other appurtenances required to accept and handle drainage in accordance with the City’s requirements.

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II. Design/Build Service
The work to be done consists of furnishing all materials, equipment, tools, labor, and incidentals as necessary and required to provide plans, specifications, and construct a pre-engineered metal steel framed barn (125’ x 175’) with restrooms and storage facilities at George A. Ingalls Equestrian Event Center in the City of Norco. The general items of the work to be done hereunder consists of the design including plans and documents per the minimum design requirement in Attachment “A”, and site plan and preliminary electrical, storm drain, sewer and grading included in these specifications. Secure City permits and construct foundations, slabs, structural steel framework, steel roof upper end side paneling, walls, sewer infrastructure, drainage infrastructure, electrical system infrastructure, restrooms, storage rooms and all appurtenant related work to the satisfaction and acceptance of the City Engineer and Building Official.

There are 240 working days allowed to complete this project including the time necessary to complete the design and submit for building and engineering plan check. The time necessary for plan check will not be counted as a working day. Plans must be at a level (95 percent) at the time submitted for plan check. Plans shall be submitted to the Deputy City Manager of Parks, Recreation and Community Services/City Engineer at 65 & 85 percent for review for conformance to the design requirement set out in Attachment “A”.

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CONTRACT PERFORMANCE BOND
(CALIFORNIA PUBLIC WORK)
KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENT:

THAT WHEREAS, the City of Norco (sometimes referred to hereinafter as “Obligee”) has awarded to _________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________ (hereinafter designated as the “Contractor”), an agreement for the work described as follows:

DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION OF A MONITOR STEEL FRAME BARN BUILDING AT THE GEORGE A. INGALLS EVENT CENTER
The general items of work to be done hereunder consist of:

NOW, THEREFORE, we, ____________________________________________, the undersigned Contractor, as Principal, and ____________________________________ ________________________________, a corporation organized and existing under the laws of the State of____________, and duly authorized to transact business under the laws of the State of California, as Surety, are held and firmly bound unto the City of Norco in the sum of ______________________________________________________ Dollars ($ _________________), said sum being not less than 100 percent of the total amount payable by the said Obligee under the terms to the said Contract, for which amount well and truly to be made, we bind ourselves, our heirs, executors, administrators, successors, and assigns, jointly and severally, firmly by these presents.

THE CONDITION OF THIS OBLIGATION IS SUCH, that if the bounden Contractor, his or its heirs, executors, administrators, successors, or assigns, shall in all things stand to and a proposal by, and well and truly keep and perform the covenants, conditions and

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agreements in the said Contract and any alteration thereof made as therein provided, on his or its parts, to be kept and performed at the time and in the manner therein specified, and in all respects according to their intent and meaning; and shall faithfully fulfill the one year guarantee of all materials and workmanship; and indemnify and save harmless the Obligee, its officers and agents, as stipulated in said Contract, then this obligation shall become null and void; otherwise it shall be and remain in full force and effect.

The said Surety, for value received, hereby stipulates and agrees that no change, extension of time, alteration, or addition to the terms of the Contract or to the work to be performed thereunder or the Specifications accompanying the same shall in any way affect its obligations on this bond, and it does hereby waive notice of any such change, extension of time, alteration of addition to the terms of the Contract, or to the work or to the Specifications.

No final settlement between the Obligee and the Contractor shall abridge the right of any beneficiary hereunder, whose claim may be unsatisfied.

Contractor and Surety agree that if the Obligee is required to engage the services of an attorney in connection with enforcement of the bond, each shall pay Obligee’s reasonable attorney’s fees incurred, with or without suit, in addition to the above sum.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, we have hereunto set our hands and seals this ____ day of _________, 2021.

PRINCIPAL/CONTRACTOR:
_________________________________
By: ______________________________
SURETY:
_________________________________
By: ______________________________
Attorney-in-Fact

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The rate of premium on this bond is _________________________ per thousand.

The total amount of premium charged: $_____________________________________ (The above must be filled in by corporate surety).

IMPORTANT: Surety companies executing bonds must possess a certificate of authority from the California Insurance Commissioner authorizing them to write surety insurance defined in Section 105 of the California Insurance Code, and if the work or project is financed, in whole or in part, with Federal, grant, or loan funds, it must also appear on the Treasury Department’s most current list (Circular 570 as amended). THIS IS A REQUIRED FORM.

Any claims under this bond may be addressed to:
(Name and Address of Surety) ________________________________ ________________________________
________________________________
(Name and Address of Agent or ________________________________ Representative for service of
process in California if ________________________________ different from above)
________________________________
(Telephone Number of Surety and ________________________________ Agent or Representative for
service of process in California) ________________________________ ________________________________

STATE OF CALIFORNIA )

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) ss.

COUNTY OF )
On this ____ day of ___________, in the year _________, before me, ______________________, a Notary Public in and for said State, personally appeared ____________________________, known to me to be the person whose name is subscribed to the within instrument as the Attorney-in-Fact of the _________________________ (Surety) and acknowledged to me that he subscribed the name of the ______________________________ (Surety) thereto and his own name as Attorney-in-Fact.

Notary Public in and for said State
(SEAL)
Commission expires:______________________________
NOTE:

A copy of the Power of Attorney to local representatives of the bonding company must be attached hereto.

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PAYMENT BOND
(CALIFORNIA PUBLIC WORK)
KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENT:

THAT WHEREAS, the City of Norco (sometimes referred to hereinafter as Obligee” has awarded to ____________________________________________________________ __________________________________(hereinafter designated as the “Contractor”), an agreement dated________________________________, described as follows:

DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION OF A MONITOR STEEL FRAME BARN BUILDING AT THE GEORGE A. INGALLS EVENT CENTER
The general items of work to be done hereunder consist of:

Design (construction plans and documents) for submittal to the Building and Safety Division of the Community Development Department to secure City building permits, and the construction of the building including but not limited to PCC foundation and slab structural steel frameworks, steel roof and side panels electrical, plumbing, storm drain improvements, sewer improvements, masonry restrooms and storage facilities and all appurtenant related work to the satisfaction and acceptance of the City Engineer, Parks Director and the Building Official.
(hereinafter referred to as the “Contract”) and
WHEREAS, said Contractor is required to furnish a bond in connection with said Contract and pursuant to Section 3247 of the California Civil Code; NOW, THEREFORE, We, _______________________________________________, the undersigned Contractor, as Principal; and ________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ a corporation organized and existing under the laws of the State of __________________, and duly authorized to transact business under the laws of the State of California, as Surety, are held and firmly bound unto the City of Norco and to any and all persons, companies, or corporations entitled to file stop notices under Section 3181 of the California Civil Code, in the sum of
_________________________________________________ Dollars ($ _________________), said sum being not less than 100 percent of the total amount payable by the said Obligee under the terms of the said Contract, for which payment will and truly to be made, we bind ourselves, our heirs, executors, administrators, successors, and assigns, jointly and severally, firmly by these presents.

THE CONDITION OF THIS OBLIGATION IS SUCH, that, if said Contractor, his or its heirs, executors, administrators, successors, or assigns, or SubContractors, shall fail to pay for any materials, provisions or other supplies, implements, machinery, or power used

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in, upon, for, or about the performance of the Public Work contracted to be done, or to pay any person for any work or labor of any kind, or for bestowing skills or other necessary services thereon, or for amounts due under the Unemployment Insurance Code with respect to such work or labor, or for any amounts required to be deducted, withheld, and paid over to the Employment Development Department from the wages of employees of paid Contractor and his Sub-Contractors pursuant to Section 13020 of the Unemployment Insurance Code with respect to such work and labor as required by the provisions of Section 3247 through 3252 of the Civil Code, the Surety or Sureties hereon will pay for the same in an amount not exceeding the sum specified in this bond, otherwise the above obligation shall be void. In addition to the provisions herein above, it is agreed that this bond will insure to the benefit of any and all persons, companies, and corporations entitled to serve stop notices under Section 3181 of the Civil Code, so as to give a right of action to them or their assigns in any suit brought upon this bond.

The Surety, for value received, hereby stipulates and agrees that no change, extension of time, alteration, or additions to the terms of the said Contract or to the work to be performed thereunder or the Specifications accompanying the same shall in any way affect its obligations on this bond, and it does hereby waive notice of any such change, extension of time, alteration, or addition to the terms of the Contract or to the work or to the Specifications.

No final settlement between the Obligee and the Contractor hereunder shall abridge the right of any beneficiary hereunder, whose claim may be unsatisfied.

Contractor and Surety agree that if the Obligee is required to engage the services of an attorney in connection with the enforcement of this bond, each shall pay Obligee’s reasonable attorney’s fees incurred, with or without suit, in addition to the above sum.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, we have hereunto set our hands and seals this _____day of_______________, 2021.

PRINCIPAL/CONTRACTOR:
_____________________________________
By: __________________________________
SURETY:
_____________________________________
By: __________________________________
Attorney-in-Fact

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The rate of premium on this bond is ________________________ per thousand.

The total amount of premium charged: $ _____________________________________ (The above must be filled in by corporate Surety).

Any claims under this bond may be addressed to:
(Name and Address of Surety) _______________________________ _______________________________
_______________________________
(Name and Address of Agent or _______________________________ Representative for service of
process in California if _______________________________ different from above)
_______________________________
(Telephone Number of Surety and _______________________________ Agent or Representative for
service of process in California _______________________________ _______________________________

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
) ss.

COUNTY OF )
On this ________ day of _________________, in the year _________, before me, ________________________, a Notary Public in and for said State, personally appeared _____________________________, known to me to be the person whose name is subscribed to the within instrument as the Attorney-in-Fact of the _____ ___________________ (Surety) and acknowledged to me that he subscribed the name of the _________________________________ (Surety) thereto and his own name as Attorney-in-Fact.
_____________________________________
Notary Public in and for said State
(SEAL)
Commission expires:________________________
NOTE:

A copy of the Power of Attorney to local representatives of the bonding company must be attached hereto.

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GENERAL LIABILITY ENDORSEMENT

CITY OF NORCO
2870 Clark Avenue
Norco, CA 92860
(951) 270-5678
A. POLICY INFORMATION Endorsement # ________________________

1. Insurance Company ____________________________________________ Policy Number _____________________

2. Policy Term (From) _______________ (To)________________ Endorsement Effective Date ______________________________________

3. Named Insured _______________________________________________

4. Address of Named Insured
_____________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________

5. Limit of Liability Any One Occurrence/Aggregate
$______________________________ /_____________________________

6. Deductible or Self-Insured Retention (Nil unless otherwise specified):
______________________________________________

7. Coverage is equivalent to:

Comprehensive General Liability Form GL0002 (Ed. 1/73)
______________________________________________
Commercial General Liability “Occurrence” Form CG0001
______________________________________________

8. Bodily Injury and Property Damage Coverage is:
____________________________________”occurrence”
Note: The City of Norco standard insurance requirements specify “occurrence” coverage. “Claims-made” coverage is not acceptable. If commercial general liability form or equivalent is used, the general aggregate must apply separately to this location/project or the general aggregate must be twice the occurrence limit.

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9. Description of Project:

DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION OF A MONITOR STEEL FRAME BARN
BUILDING AT THE GEORGE A. INGALLS EVENT CENTER
The general items of work to be done hereunder consist of:

B. POLICY AMENDMENTS
This endorsement is issued in consideration of the policy premium. Notwithstanding any inconsistent statement in the policy to which this endorsement is attached or any other endorsement attached thereto, it is agreed as follows:

1. INSURED. As respects any work performed on the above described Project, the City of Norco, its elected or appointed officers, officials, employees, consulting engineers, and volunteers are included as insured with regard to damages and defense of claims arising from: (a) activities performed by or on behalf of the Named Insured, (b) products and completed operations of the Named Insured, or (c) premises owned, leased, or used by the Named Insured.

2. CONTRIBUTION NOT REQUIRED. As respects: (a) work performed by the Named Insured on the above described Project for or on behalf of the City of Norco; or (b) products sold by the Named Insured to the City of Norco for use on the Project; or (c) premises leased by the Named Insured from the City of Norco, the insurance afforded by this policy shall be primary insurance as respects the City of Norco, its elected or appointed officers, officials, employees, consulting engineers, or volunteers; or stand in an unbroken chain of coverage excess of the Named Insured’s schedule underlying primary coverage. In either event, any other insurance maintained by the City of Norco, its elected or appointed officers, officials, employees, consulting engineers, or volunteers shall be in excess of this insurance and shall not contribute with it.

3. SCOPE OF COVERAGE. This policy, if primary, affords coverage at least as broad as:
(1) Insurance Services Office Form Number GL 0002 (Ed. 1/73), Comprehensive General Liability Insurance and Insurance Services Office form number GL 0404 Broad Form Comprehensive General

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Liability endorsement; or
(2) Insurance Services Office Commercial General Liability Coverage, “Occurrence” Form CG 0001; or
(3) If excess, affords coverage which is at least as broad as the primary insurance forms referenced in the preceding Sections (1) and (2).

4. SEVERABILITY OF INTEREST. The insurance afforded by this policy applies separately to each insured who is seeking coverage or against whom a claim is made or a suit is brought, except with respects to the Company’s limit of liability.

5. PROVISIONS REGARDING THE INSURED’S DUTIES AFTER ACCIDENT OR LOSS. Any failure to comply with reporting provisions of the policy shall not affect coverage provided to the City of Norco, its elected or appointed officer, officials, employees, consulting engineers or volunteers.

6. CANCELLATION NOTICE. The insurance afforded by this policy shall not be suspended, voided, canceled, reduced in coverage or in limits except after 30 days prior written notice by certified mail return receipt requested has been given to the City of Norco. Such notice shall be addressed as shown in the heading of this endorsement.

C. INCIDENT AND CLAIM REPORTING PROCEDURE
Incidents and claims are to be reported to the insurer at:

ATTN:
_____________________________________________________________________ (Title) (Department)
_____________________________________________________________________ (Company)
_____________________________________________________________________ (Street Address)
_____________________________________________________________________ (City) (State) (Zip Code)
______________________________
(Telephone Number)

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D. SIGNATURE OF INSURER OR AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE OF THE

INSURER
I, __________________________, warrant that I have authority to (Print/Type Name)
bind the below-listed insurance company and by my signature hereon do so bind this company.
____________________________________________

SIGNATURE OF AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE
(Original Signature required on endorsement furnished to the City of Norco) ORGANIZATION: _____________________________________________________ TITLE: _____________________________________________________ ADDRESS: _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________
TELEPHONE: _____________________________________________________

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AUTOMOBILE LIABILITY ENDORSEMENT

CITY OF NORCO
2870 Clark Avenue
Norco, CA 92860
(951) 270-5678
A. POLICY INFORMATION Endorsement #_____________________

1. Insurance Company _____________________________________________ Policy Number _____________________

2. Policy Term (From)________________(To) _______________ Endorsement Effective Date ___________

3. Named Insured________________________________________________

4. Address of Named Insured________________________________________

5. Limit of Liability Any One Occurrence/Aggregate
$______________________ /_____________________________________

6. Deductible or Self-Insured Retention
(Nil unless otherwise specified):
$____________________________________________________________ B. POLICY AMENDMENTS
This endorsement is issued in consideration of the policy premium. Notwithstanding any inconsistent statement in the policy to which this endorsement is attached or any other endorsement attached thereto, it is agreed as follows:

1. INSURED. The City of Norco, its elected or appointed officers, officials, consulting engineers, employees and volunteers are included as insured with regard to damages and defense of claims arising from: the ownership, operation, maintenance, use, loading or unloading of any auto owned, leased, hired or borrowed by the Named Insured, regardless of whether liability is attributable to the Named Insured or a combination of the Named Insured and the City of Norco, its elected or appointed officers, officials, employees, consulting engineers or volunteers.

2. CONTRIBUTION NOT REQUIRED. As respects work performed by the Named Insured for or on behalf of the City of Norco, the insurance afforded by this policy shall: (a) be primary insurance as respects the City of Norco, its elected

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or appointed officers, officials, employees, consulting engineers or volunteers; or (b) stand in an unbroken chain of coverage excess of the Named Insured’s primary coverage. In either event, any other insurance maintained by the City of Norco, its elected or appointed officers, officials, employees or volunteers shall be in excess of this insurance and shall not contribute with it.

3. SCOPE OF COVERAGE. This policy, if primary, affords coverage to the Named Insured at least as broad as:
(1) Insurance Services Office form number CA 00001 (Ed. 1/78), Code 1 (“any auto”) and endorsement CA 0025.
(2) If excess, affords coverage which is at least as broad as the primary insurance forms referenced in the preceding Section (1).

4. SEVERABILITY OF INTEREST. The insurance afforded by this policy applies separately to each insured who is seeking coverage, or against whom a claim is made or a suit is brought, except with respect to the Company’s limit of liability.

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C. INCIDENT AND CLAIM REPORTING PROCEDURE
Incidents and claims are to be reported to the insurer at:

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WORKER’S COMPENSATION/EMPLOYER’S LIABILITY ENDORSEMENT

CITY OF NORCO
2870 Clark Avenue
Norco, CA 92860
(951) 270-5678
A. POLICY INFORMATION Endorsement # ________________________

1. Insurance Company ____________________________________________ (“the Company”)
Policy Number _________________________________________________

2. Effective Date of this Endorsement ________________________________

3. Named Insured_________________________________________________

7. Employer’s Liability Limit (Coverage B)______________________________ _____________________________________________________________ B. POLICY AMENDMENTS
In consideration of the policy premium and notwithstanding any inconsistent statement in the policy to which this endorsement is attached or any other endorsement attached thereto, it is agreed as follows:
(1) Cancellation Notice. The insurance afforded by this policy shall not be suspended, voided, canceled, reduced in coverage or in limits except after 30 days prior written notice by certified mail return receipt requested has been given to the City of Norco. Such notice shall be addressed as shown in the heading of this endorsement.
(2) Waiver of Subrogation. The Insurance Company agrees to waive all rights of subrogation against the City of Norco, its elected or appointed officers, officials, agents and employees for losses paid under the terms of this policy which arise from work performed by the Named Insured for the City of Norco.

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C. SIGNATURE OF INSURER OR AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE OF THE

INSURER
I, _______________________, warrant that I have authority to bind (Print/Type Name)
the below-listed insurance company and by my signature hereon do so bind this company.

SIGNATURE OF AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE
(Original signature required on endorsement furnished to the City of Norco) ORGANIZATION: ____________________________________________________ TITLE: ____________________________________________________ ADDRESS: ____________________________________________________ TELEPHONE: ____________________________________________________

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RESOLUTION NO. 2022-19

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORCO,

CALIFORNIA, APPROPRIATING ADDITIONAL MEASURE R FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,871,440 TO THE POLE BARN PROJECT.

WHEREAS, the Norco City Council ("Council") approved the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Budget for the construction of public improvements for the benefit of the Community; and
WHEREAS, the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 CIP Budget included funding for the Pole Barn Project; and
WHEREAS, four proposals were received and evaluated resulting in two proposers being interviewed in-person by a review panel. Based on the interviews and additional factors, staff elected to enter good faith negotiations with Act 1 Construction, Inc.; and WHEREAS, after the final meeting with Act 1 Construction, Inc., they submitted a revised proposal based on minor revisions to the scope of work which resulted in a reduced project cost; and
WHEREAS, the final negotiated project cost from Act 1 Construction, Inc. is $3,098,059 for design and construction with total costs including 10% contingency being $3,407,865; and WHEREAS, the procurement of necessary furniture and equipment for the new pole barn are estimated at $400,000; and
WHEREAS, the outstanding encumbrance for JCA Engineering, Inc. for electrical engineering is $3,820; and
WHEREAS, FY 2021-2022 Capital Improvement Program Budget approved funding for the Pole Barn Project in the amount of $972,391; current funds available are $940,245; and
WHEREAS, the amount needed to complete the design and construction of the project and procurement of the furniture and equipment and outstanding electrical engineering encumbrance is $2,871,440; and
WHEREAS, sufficient funds are available in the Measure R Fund (132) to cover the additional appropriation; and
WHEREAS, any unused funds will remain in the Measure R Fund (132).

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that additional amount of $2,871,440 shall be appropriated from the Measure R Fund balance (132) to the Pole Barn Project (54410.1).

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Resolution No. 2022-19 – Appropriating Measure R Funds for Pole Barn Project

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March 16, 2022
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Norco, California, at a regular meeting held on March 16, 2022.
_______________________
Greg Newton, Mayor
City of Norco, California
ATTEST:
________________________
Dana Roa, CMC, City Clerk
City of Norco, California
I, Dana Roa, CMC, City Clerk of the City of Norco, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was introduced and adopted by the City Council of the City of Norco, California, at a regular meeting thereof held on March 16, 2022, by the following vote of the City Council:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of Norco, California, on March 16, 2022.
________________________
Dana Roa, CMC, City Clerk
City of Norco, California

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City Council

STAFF REPORT
Date: March 16, 2022 Agenda Item:

6.A.

To: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
Prepared By: Alma Robles, Planning Director
Department: Planning
SUBJECT:

Continued Public Hearing: Zone Code Amendment 2021-04 (City of Norco): An amendment to Title 18 (Zoning) of the Norco Municipal Code to establish Objective Development Standards (ODS) that will apply to any housing development project or mixed use housing project that, pursuant to State law, requires ministerial approval, or may be subject to discretionary review.

RECOMMENDATION:

Adopt Ordinance 1080, at its First Reading, recommending approval of Zone Code Amendment 2021-04; and schedule the Second Reading on April 6, 2022; and Adopt Resolution No. 2022-18, to approve Objective Development Standards to be compliant with State Law for projects that require ministerial approval and to establish Development Guidelines/Standards for projects in the Housing Development Overlay Zone (HDO).

SUMMARY:

Objective Development Standards (ODS): The proposed ODS, once adopted by the City of Norco will be used to evaluate multi-family residential and mixed-use development applications, and provide direction to developers and property owners on the key design components to streamline the project approval process. The proposed ODS will also be used as developments standards and design guidelines for projects that are not subject to ministerial review. The ODS will be adopted under separate resolution and will consist of a separate document but that will be referenced in the Norco Municipal Code (NMC).

Zoning Code Amendment 2021-04: Amendments to the NMC Chapter 18.02 "Definitions", Chapter 18.17 - "R-3 Low Density Multiple-Family Residential", and Chapter

18.64 - "Housing Development Overlay (HDO) Zone" are required to empower the Objective Development Standards.

The public hearing for this item was continued from the City Council meeting of March 2, 2022, with direction for more clarification on some of the items listed the the ODS standards.

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BACKGROUND:

CITY COUCIL MEETING OF MARCH 2, 2022
The ODS document and related Zone Code Amendments were reviewed by the City Council (CC) at the required pubic hearing on March 2, 2022. The City Council continued the public hearing to March 16, 2022 with direction on changes to the ODS document as summarized below:
• Section 2.11 - Common Amenities was amended to clarify the size of a major amenity that could facilitate animal keeping. Originally, the size was just listed as a 4-stall horse barn (12'x12' minimal stall size), which brought up the concern of being inadequate in size. This has been changed to require a minimum 4-stall horse barn (12' x 12' minimum stall size) with with an additional 576 square feet of open animal keeping area per animal.
• Section 3.1.2 Landscaping - Was added so that the landscape requirements specify that trees be a minimum of 36 inch box trees within the perimeter setback areas. Staff was directed that shrubs size be indicated, and have been noted to required a minimum of 5 gallon (which can be changed at the discretion of the CC).

Furthermore, the requirement was was added that "all landscaping on the site shall consist of species identified by the County of Riverside’s Guide to California Friendly Landscaping (available at
https://rctlma.org/Portals/7/documents/landscaping_
guidelines/comprehensive_plant_list.pdf) or other similar list as selected by the Planning Director. Also, a bullet point has been added to indicate that palm trees or oleanders shall not be used within the confines of the entire project. • Section 4.1 - Architectural Design Concept was amended by adding bullet (d) to require four sided architecture. The CC was concerned of architecture elements/articulation being just on one side of a building. • Section 5.2.5 - Doors and Windows was amended by eliminating shutters and planter boxes as a “Desired Elements” in favor of two new “required” bullets; (l) Shutters are required for at least 20% of total windows across project, and (m) Windows shall be recessed at least 2” from wood facades; 4” from stucco facades; and 12” from stone or brick facades.
• Section 5.2.6 - Materials was amended by deleting the bullet point regarding prohibition on vinyl, masonite, and aluminum siding, and bullet (d) was edited to read “Materials that simulate the appearance of wood, such as cement fiber, vinyl, masonite, and aluminum siding, are acceptable.”
• Section 6.2 Definitions - replaced the illustrative picture for the Board and Batten definition.

The changes noted above are reflected in revised Exhibit A.

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Regarding Section 2.11 Amenities and Municipal Code Section 18.64 Density Bonus:

Staff verified if the required amenity noted above is in addition to the equestrian facilities noted in Section 18.64.10 - "Density Bonus" of the HDO. This section (spelled out below) would only apply to projects that warrant review by the Planning Commission (PC) and not a ministerial (no PC or CC review) project. Furthermore whether ministerial or not, the provision of equestrian facilities is only an option.
• 18.64.10 Density Bonus. To encourage and facilitate the development of affordable housing, a density bonus may be awarded to projects that provide equestrian facilities in conjunction with development of a HDO zone. If an applicant chooses to provide such facilities, a density bonus allowing residential development of up to a maximum 35 dwelling units per acre may be awarded. A proposed density bonus will be evaluated by the Planning Commission as part of the HDO site plan review process. The intent of the density bonus is to expand the animal-keeping lifestyle to all economic segments of the regional population. The inclusion of equestrian facilities will help preserve and maintain the equestrian character and rural nature of the City while accommodating the affordable housing needs of the community.

Regarding Section 2.4 Setbacks: It was unclear is the CC wanted to modify setbacks for buildings. The following setbacks changes were brought up at the meeting: setback from public right of way to change from 25’ to 20’, and interior lot line setback was specified at 20’ when adjacent to R-1 or A-1 zones. Should this be the desire of the CC, the ODS document will be amended accordingly.

As was noted at the Meeting of March 2, 2022, the ODS standards apply to mixed use development. To clarify, this means that the commercial aspect of a project could also qualify for ministerial review if part of a housing project. In addition to the changes directed by the CC, for clarification staff is recommending that the following section also be added to Section 1.2 - Applicability:
• Section 1.2.2 Mixed-Use Development; Mixed-use development is defined herein as a single application incorporating both commercial and housing uses, in either a vertical (stacked) or horizontal (side-by-side) configuration. Qualifying mixed-use development shall comply with these standards as applicable. Where these standards are silent on specific topics, such as required off-street parking for commercial uses, then appropriate standards from Title 18 of the Norco Municipal Code shall apply.

The following is just a repeat of all the information presented at the meeting held on March 2, 2022.

OBJECTIVE DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
Purpose: Attached as Exhibit "A" - are the proposed ODS document. This document consists of standards that provide objective criteria to be used as the basis for project approval or denial when a project is eligible for ministerial approval. The ODS would apply to projects that consists of housing or mixed use housing projects in either the R-3 or HDO zone that comply with Senate Bill (SB) 35 for ministerial approval, and for projects in the HDO zone that are proposed with 20 percent affordability and on sites that are being re-used from the previous housing element cycle.

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Project applications eligible for this process shall receive a ministerial, non-subjective review. The ODS are proposed for adoption by the City of Norco to comply with California Senate Bill 35 and Government Code Section 65913.4. SB 35 requires cities and counties to streamline review and approval of eligible affordable housing projects through a ministerial process, exempting such projects from environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”). This process does not allow public hearings to consider the merits of the project; rather only design review or public oversight of the development is allowed, which must be objective and strictly focused on assessing compliance with criteria required for streamlined projects as well as objective design review of the project (Section 65913.4(c)(1)).

SB 35 requires the availability of a streamlined ministerial approval process for multifamily residential developments in jurisdictions that have not yet made sufficient progress toward meeting their regional housing need allocation (RHNA) goal for construction of abovemoderate income housing and/or housing for units below 80% area median income (AMI).

As a part of this streamlining process, cities are required to establish ODS for multifamily residential development.

SB 35 defines an ODS as one that involves “no personal or subjective judgment by a public official and is uniformly verifiable by reference to an external and uniform benchmark or criterion available and knowable by both the development applicant…and the public official prior to submittal.”
The proposed ODS will also be used as developments standards and design guidelines for projects that are not subject to ministerial review in the HDO zone.

Applicability: These development standards apply to proposals for new multifamily and mixed use development within the City of Norco. According to the parameters set forth by Senate Bill 35, the Streamlined Ministerial Process shall be available to proposed communities having at least 10% of units priced to be affordable to households making at or below 80% of the Average Median Income level (AMI), prior to calculating any density bonus.

The site must meet the “infill” requirements (SB 35 definition), and be zoned for residential or mixed-use development. The applicant must also demonstrate that the site is not within Prime Farmland, or farmland within statewide importance, wetlands, a very high fire hazard zone, an earthquake fault zone, special flood hazard area, protected habitat area, or a conservation easement.

User Guide: The ODS are structured to create an easily understood document using accessible language and imagery to streamline the approval process. A baseline index of quality is established while creativity is encouraged, and deviations are allowed on a case by case basis.
• Chapter 1: Introduction. Overview of the purpose of the document and applicability of the Standards.
• Chapter 2: General Development Standards. Standards regarding height, lot coverage, requirements for mixed-use and multi-family homes. • Chapter 3: Site and Landscape Design Standards. Standards for placement of buildings, orientation of entrances, connection to pedestrian pathways, landscape

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elements, open space, buffer areas, walls and fencing, as well as lighting and placement of parking and trash enclosures.
• Chapter 4: Building Design Standards. Required elements relating to form and massing, roof design, windows, and colors and materials. • Chapter 5: Architectural Style Standards. Standards regarding the design of desired architectural style for Norco.
• Chapter 6: Administration. Overview of the approval process and definition of terms used within the document.
• Appendix A: Adopting Resolutions. The City Council resolutions adopting the document.

PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING, FEBRUARY 16, 2022
The Planning Commission reviewed the proposed ODS at their last meeting and had several comments:
• Phasing plan, need to clarify and add details regarding project phasing and what common area amenities are built with each phase of housing. • No exterior balconies beyond the 25’ height.
• Provide off-street parking standards for trailer parking minimum 10’ by 40’ and provide turning radius examples.
• Limit compact stall, if applicable.
• Clarity on the amenities, what size is a small or large amenity and more detail of each.

These comments have been incorporated into the document included in the Council's packet.

ZONING CODE AMENDMENTS
In order to implement the ODS, there are multiple sections of the Norco Municipal Code that need to be amended.
• Chapter 18.02 "Definitions" is proposed to be amended by adding a new definition for ODS. The definition is proposed to read: "Objective Development Standards:

Those that “involve no personal or subjective judgement by a public official and are uniformly verifiable by reference to an external and uniform benchmark or criterion available and knowable by both the development applicant and public official prior to submittal.”; and
• Chapter 18.17 "R-3 Low Density Multiple-Family Residential" is proposed to be amended by adding a new section, Section 18.17.44, to read as follows: "Any project within the R-3 zone that qualifies for ministerial approval in compliance with State law shall follow the the Objective Development Standards adopted by the City"; and
• Chapter 18.64 "Housing Development Overlay (HDO) Zone" is proposed to be amended by adding the following new sections:
• Section 18.64.14 R. Any project within the HDO zone that qualifies for ministerial approval in compliance with State law shall follow the the Objective Development Standards adopted by the City".

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• Section 18.64.14 S. The Objective Development Standards adopted by the City of Norco shall serve as the design and developments standards/guidelines for all projects that are not subject to ministerial approval.

When not subject to ministerial approval, these standards can be modified at the discretion of the Planning Commission and/or the City Council.

CEQA: In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”), the proposed Ordinance has been deemed to be exempt from further environmental review as there is no possibility that the proposed Ordinance would have a significant impact on the environment pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3).

The project will not result in any increase in the intensity or density of any land use above what’s currently allowed. Staff is recommending that a Notice of Exemption be prepared and be filed in accordance with CEQA Guidelines.

Noticing: Legal noticing was provided in the Press Enterprise on February 19, 2022 and met the requirements for public hearings. The public hearing was continued to the March 16, 2022 City Council meeting and no additional public notching was required..

Conclusion: These ODS are intended to supplement the Municipal Code by providing additional parameters for development within the Housing Development Overlay (HDO) zone into low-density multiple-family residential living areas compatible with the City's rural environment. Such areas are envisioned as being so located and designed as to be complementary to adjacent activities and at the same time provide suitable space for those who prefer and/or need multiple-family living quarters.

FISCAL IMPACT:

There is no financial impact.

RELATIONSHIP TO STRATEGIC PLAN:

Adopting a Zoning Code Amendment pertinent to the the City's Housing Element to comply with State requirements is consistent with Strategic Direction #3 - Economic Development and Financial Stability: Assure financial stability by expanding development efforts, diversifying revenue sources and continuing prudent financial management.

REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:

Certified as to Availability of Funds: Lisette Free, Finance Director Approved by: Andy Okoro, City Manager
Approved as to Form: John Harper, City Attorney
ATTACHMENT(S):

Exhibit A
Resolution No. 2022-18
Ordinance No.1080

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OBJECTIVE

DEVELOPMENT

STANDARDS
MARCH 16, 2022

CITY OF NORCO, CALIFORNIA

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ii CITY OF NORCO, CALIFORNIA

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OBJECTIVE DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS • MARCH 16, 2022 iii

OBJECTIVE DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
March 16, 2022
Community Development Staff:

Alma Robles, Planning Director
Joshua Altopp, Senior Planner
Erika Woods-Diaz, Assistant Planner
Prepared By:

PlaceWorks
3 MacArthur Place, Suite 1100
Santa Ana, CA 92707
City of Norco
2870 Clark Avenue
Norco, CA 92860
City Council Members:

Greg Newton, Mayor
Robin Grundmeyer, Mayor Pro-Tem
Katherine Aleman
Kevin Bash
Ted Hoffman
City Manager:

Andy Okoro

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iv CITY OF NORCO, CALIFORNIA

ADOPTING RESOLUTIONS
(Insert date and list of resolutions , with amendments.

Refer to Appendix A, Adopting Resolution for
complete text.)

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OBJECTIVE DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS • MARCH 16, 2022 v

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Chapter 1 - Introduction 1

1.1 Overview & Purpose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

1.2 Applicability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

1.3 User Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Chapter 2 - General Development Standards

2.1 Intent & Purpose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

2.2 Building Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

2.3 Lot Coverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

2.4 Setbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

2.5 Distance between Buildings . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

2.6 Walls & Fences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

2.7 Off-Street Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

2.8 Size of Dwellings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

2.9 Usable Open Space . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

2.10 Required Landscape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

2.11 Common Amenities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

2.12 Site Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Chapter 3 - Site & Landscape Design Standards

3.1 Community Structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

3.2 Building Orientation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

3.3 Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

3.4 Service Areas & Utlities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

3.5 Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Chapter 4 - Building Design Standards

4.1 Building Mass & Articulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

4.2 Roof & WIndow Forms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

4.3 Materials & Colors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

4.4 Garages & Carports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Chapter 5 - Architectural Style Standards 35

5.1 Intent & Purpose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

5.2 Western Architecture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Chapter 6 - Administration 35

6.1 Administration of Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

6.2 Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Appendix A - Adoption Resolutions
A.1 Adopting Resolutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

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1.1 Overview & Purpose
These Objective Design Standards have been adopted by the City of Norco to evaluate residential and mixed-use development applications, and provide direction to developers and property owners on the key design components to streamline the project approval process. The standards also encourage development of workforce housing compatible with the surrounding neighborhood and the overall character of the City of Norco, while also ensuring a high level of design quality, and appropriate site planning.

This document addresses changes in California State laws by placing an emphasis on standards that provide objective criteria to be used as the basis for project approval or denial. Project applications eligible for this process (refer to Section 1.2, Applicability) shall receive a ministerial, non-subjective review. These standards have been adopted by the City of Norco to comply with California Senate Bill 35, and accordingly apply to the ministerial approval of proposals for new multifamily and mixed use development within the City of Norco that qualify as an “SB35” project.

Additionally, these Design Standards may be used as design guidelines for the discretionary review of multifamily and mixed-use development proposed within the City of Norco that does not qualify as an SB35 project and therefore does not qualify for ministerial review.

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1.2 Applicability
Senate Bill 35
Senate Bill 35 (SB 35) requires cities and counties to streamline review and approval of eligible affordable housing projects through a ministerial process, exempting such projects from environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”). This process does not allow public hearings to consider the merits of the project; rather only design review or public oversight of the development is allowed, which must be objective and strictly focused on assessing compliance with criteria required for streamlined projects as well as objective design review of the project (Government Code Section 65913.4(c)(1).

According to the parameters set forth by Senate Bill 35, the Streamlined Ministerial Process shall be available to proposed communities having at least 10% of units priced to be affordable to households making at or below 80% of the Average Median Income level (AMI), prior to calculating any density bonus. Additionally, the project site must meet the “infill” requirements (SB 35 definition), and be zoned for residential or mixed-use development. The applicant must also demonstrate that the site is not within Prime Farmland, or farmland within statewide importance, wetlands, a very high fire hazard zone, an earthquake fault zone, special flood hazard area, protected habitat area, or a conservation easement.

As a part of this streamlining process, cities are required to establish objective design standards for multifamily residential development.

SB 35 defines an objective design standard as one that involves “no personal or subjective judgment by a public official and is uniformly verifiable by reference to an external and uniform benchmark or criterion available and knowable by both the development applicant… and the public official prior to submittal.”

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1.3 User Guide
The Objective Design Standards are for residents, property and business owners, developers and builders, architects and designers, and City staff involved in the review and approval process of multifamily and/or mixed-use development in City of Norco. The following steps are a quick way to understand the different sections of the document and how to use it.

Step 1: Review the General Development Standards.

Numeric standards regarding height, lot coverage, requirements for mixed-use and multi-family homes are described in this section.

Step 1: Review the Site & Landscape Design Standards.

Site Planning involves a careful analysis of the opportunities and constraints of the site, including existing features such as mature trees, topography, and drainage patterns. The components of site development extend beyond building placement and configuration, including surrounding uses, retaining walls, landscape design, hardscape considerations, and parking. The Site & Landscape Design Standards outline several requirements on these topics.

Step 2: Review the Building Design Standards.

While new projects need not copy existing development, their mass and scale shall respect adjacent building context and uses.

The General Building Design Standards establish requirements on these issues. Standards related to garage doors and entries are also established here.

Step 3: Review the Architectural Style Standards.

The design and detailing of buildings are paramount to a quality environment, and the City of Norco is committed to authentic expressions of the Western architectural style. Architectural design elements and materials shall be consistent throughout the project, recognizing that a building is 3-dimensional and must be well designed on all sides. Detailing, choice of materials, window and door choices shall reinforce the overall project design.

Step 4: Review the City of Norco Municipal Code.

All developments must comply with the standards of the Norco Municipal Code Title 18 (Zoning), and any applicable Specific Plan or Overlay Zoning District.

Step 5: Consult with the Planning Staff.

It is highly recommended for prospective applicants to obtain and become familiar with the application and submittal requirements for a project prior to a formal submittal. A pre-application meeting with City staff allows applicants to receive staff review from various departments prior to a formal application submittal.

Applicants shall follow application procedures as directed by staff.

The City of Norco Municipal Code establishes required procedures for submitting and reviewing development applications. Applicants shall follow these procedures and requirements.

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2.2 Building Height
Buildings and other structures erected in this district shall have a maximum height of 35 feet (35’) as measured to the ridge line and/or parapet, with the following exceptions:

Buildings or structures located within 35 feet (35’) of a R1 or A1 zone shall have a maximum height of 30 feet (30’) as measured to the ridge line and/or parapet.

Buildings or structures located one hundred feet (100’) or more from the property perimeter shall have a maximum height of forty feet (40’) as measure to the ridge line and/or parapet.

Chimneys, elevator over-runs, stairwells, and service shafts may exceed height limit by five feet (5’).

Decks and/or balconies shall not exceed a height of twenty-five (25’).

2.3 Lot Coverage
The maximum lot coverage of all structures shall not be more than sixty percent (60%) of the total lot area
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2.1 Intent & Purpose
These standards are intended to supplement the Municipal Code by providing additional paramenters for development within the R-3 and Housing Development Overlay (HDO) zones into low-density multiplefamily residential living areas compatible with the rural environment and outdoor recreation potential of the community. Such areas are envisioned as being so located and designed as to be complementary to adjacent activities and at the same time provide suitable space for those who prefer and/or need multiple-family living quarters.

Where these standards are silent or conflict with the Municipal Code, the Municipal Code shall prevail.

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2.4 Setbacks
From any public street frontage, no structure or parking lot shall be within twenty feet (25’) of the property line.

For any interior lot line adjacent to non R-1 or A-1 zones, structures shall be setback from the property line a minimum distance equal to one-half (1/2) the building height as measured from the ridgeline and/ or parapet (i.e. a 24’ high building shall be setback 12’ from the property line, whereas a 10’ high building shall be setback 5’).

Parking lots shall be setback from interior lot lines by a minimum 5 foot (5’) landscaped buffer.

2.5 Distance Between Buildings
The minimum distance between buildings on the same lot shall be fifteen feet (15’) side to side.

2.6 Walls, Fences and Structures
Within the Setback
When a non-single-family lot abuts an R-1 or A-1 lot anywhere but the front yard of said R-1/A-1 lot, a ten foot (10’) tall masonry wall is required.

Retaining Walls
Retaining walls shall not exceed six feet (6’) in height A maximum of three (3) successive walls are permitted, provided that they are at least five feet (5’) apart and have a slope between walls not to exceed 2:1 horizontal to vertical steepness and that they do not exceed a combined height of twelve feet (12’).

2.7 Off-Street Parking
Parking shall be provided at the following minimum ratios:
• 2 spaces for each studio or 1 bedroom unit
• 3 spaces for each 2 bedroom unit
• 4 spaces for each 3 bedroom unit
• 1 guest spaces for every 4 units
• 1 trailer space (minimum 10’ x 40’ with minimum turning radius of 40’) for every 20 units
Required parking stalls shall be a minimum of 9’ x 20’.

Parking design shall also comply with the standards in Section 3.3.

2.8 Size of Dwellings
Each dwelling unit shall have a floor area not less than 500 square feet, exclusive of open porches and private garages.

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2.9 Usable Open Space
Minimum private usable open space per unit shall be eighty square feet (80sf) with a mimimum depth of six feet (6’).

2.10 Required Landscape
A minimum of twenty-five percent (25%) of the total lot area shall be landscaped.

2.11 Common Amenities
Common amenities shared by individual units on the same lot or within the same developoment shall be provided at the following ratios:
• 20 units or less – no amenities required
• 21 to 50 units – 1 major amenity or 2 minor amenities • 51 to 100 units – 1 major amenity plus 1 major amenity or 2 minor amenities
• 101 to 200 units – 1 major amenity plus 2 major amenities or 4 minor amenities
• 201 to 300 units - 2 major amenities plus 2 major amenities or 4 minor amenities
• 301 units or more - 3 major amenities plus 3 major amenities or 6 minor amenities
The total number of, and scale of amenities, shall be established by the project at full build-out. Projects built in phases shall provide the minmum number of amenities as required by the total number of residential units constructed up to that phase of construction.

For the purposes of this subsection, the following definitions apply:

A minor amenity is a park (between 7500 sq ft and one-acre), playground (minimum size 3000 sq ft), chicken coops (90 sq ft minimum), community garden (minimum 15 4’x4’ plots), 2 grill barbeque area, common room (minumum 750 sq ft), OR similar scaled use as approved by the Planning Director.

A major amenity is 15’x30’ swimming pool (or equivlent surface area), one-acre park (or larger), a 4-stall horse barn (12’x12’ minimum interior stall size plus minimum 576 sq ft outdoor space per animal), OR similar scaled use as approved by the Planning Director.

2.12 Lighting
On-site lighting shall:
• Not exceed fifteen (15’) in height
• Be shielded and directed downward
• Shall not exceed a temperature of 3000 kelvin
• Adhere to architectural style
Lighting design shall also comply with the standards in Section 3.5.

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3.1 Community Structure
The following community-wide standards are consistent with the City of Norco General Plan and are elements used to convey an overall identity. Building and site layouts shall conform to City standards regarding minimum setbacks, minimum open space requirements, maximum height requirements, and other city standards, as defined by the Municipal Code and Chapter 2 of these standards.

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(a) Design Consistency. Provide visual identification as part of the City of Norco through complimentary landscaping, materials, and building forms.
(b) Preserve Natural Site Features. Maintain and incorporate the city’s natural amenities, including its hillsides, indigenous vegetation, and rock outcroppings, within proposed
projects.
(c) Clearly Define Public and Private Realm. Provide visual cues through planting, site planning, signage, fencing, pavement, and scale that clearly distinguish the public areas from private and semi-private areas.
(d) Pedestrian-Serving. Design for the pedestrian by including elements such as walkways which minimize crossings,
lighting, street furniture, and trash receptacles to activate the public and semi-private areas and promote walkability.
(e) Expand Equestrian Trails. Provide for the equestrian lifestyle of Norco by expanding and extending the city-wide horse trail network.

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3.1.1 Streetscapes
Streetscapes form the bulk of community structure, and visually unite a neighborhood with the larger community by using elements such as landscaping, signage, street furniture, lighting, and sidewalks.

Streetscape design is to be carefully considered, as it exerts a strong influence on the experience and perception of a project. The following Norco standards pertain to streetscapes:
(a) Visibility Triangles. The areas at the end of private drives within the visibility triangle area shall adhere to the City of Norco standard street design requirements.
(b) Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design. A key method for reducing the incidence of crime and fear of undue risk is through implementation of crime prevention through environmental design measures. Surveillance, access control, territorial reinforcement, and maintenance are four major design and usage concepts.

3.1.2 Landscaping
All landscaping on the site shall consist of species identified by the County of Riverside’s Guide to California Friendly Landscaping (available at https://rctlma.org/Portals/7/documents/landscaping_ guidelines/comprehensive_plant_list.pdf) or other similar list as selected by the Planning Director.

Landscape within the perimeter setback area shall be at the time of installation:
• Minimum 36” box for all trees
• Minimum 5 gallon for all shrubs or ground level vegetation • No palms trees or oleanders shall not be used within
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Neighborhood entry monument example - Plan View
Examples of neighborhood identification monuments.

3.1.3 Monuments
Monuments play a key role in the establishment of placemaking and the creation of community identity. Community monuments integrate the site with the surroundings and provide an entry and exit experience that creates an aesthetic and functional transition with adjacent areas. The following standards pertain to both monuments:
(a) Create an Identity. Community and neighborhood entry statements shall be provided that create a distinctive image. (b) Placemaking. The identity of new projects shall be
strengthened with entry monuments, street signs, and/or special street trees, landscaping, and lighting.
(c) Location. Monuments shall be placed in setbacks, landscaped entries, or open spaces at principal entries.
(d) Sight Distances. The design and placement of monuments shall maintain required sight line distances.
(e) Monument Design. Composed of low garden walls designed to fit into the landscape theme. Landscaping is required at the base of all monument signs and shall be no less in area than the square footage of the sign area.
(f) Theme. The architectural themes of the primary
structures shall be reflected in neighborhood identification monuments.
(g) Materials. Entry monuments shall be constructed of stone, brick, stucco, beams, planks, or similar materials.

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3.2 Building Orientation
During the site design process, adjacencies shall be considered and treated appropriately to maintain the visual cohesiveness of the area.

The following standards shall apply:
(a) Site Design. Building and site layouts shall conform to City standards regarding minimum setbacks, minimum open space requirements, maximum height requirements, and other city standards.
(b) Varied Setbacks. Long unarticulated building facades shall be avoided by incorporating varying setbacks of the building footprint in a varied fashion along the street.
(c) Site Entry Location. Project entries are to be located to minimize conflicts with adjacent residential neighborhoods. (d) Maximize Open Space. Buildings are to be oriented to maximize common open space with pedestrian connections
throughout. Five acres of open space are to be provided for every 1,000 residents.
(e) Observe Buffers. Require setbacks and other design
elements to buffer residential units to the extent possible from the impacts of abutting roadway, commercial,
agricultural, and industrial uses.
(g) Preserve Corridors. Recognize, preserve, and enhance the aesthetic value of the city’s enhanced landscape corridors and scenic corridors.

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3.3 Parking
Surface parking areas shall comply with the folloiwng standards:
(a) No more than 25% of public right of way frontage shall be used for parking.
(b) Parking shall be screened from the street by landscaping, berming, low walls or fences, or buildings.
(c) Below-grade or structured parking must be screened from the street, and is encouraged for new mixed use development that includes a large apartment building.
(d) One landscaped finger island shall be provided per every 10 spaces. Islands shall be a minimum of 5 feet (inside dimension).
(e) One tree shall be provided for every four parking spaces.

Trees shall be located within parking areas for shade potential.

Where space is limited due to property line or wall proximity and walkway location, tree planter cut-outs can be used. (f) Enhanced or textured paving or stripping shall be included where pedestrian crossing occurs in parking areas.
(g) Non loading zones shall include appropriate striping to deter parking in these areas.
(h) Where multiple garages front onto an alley or street, landscaping shall be provided between every garage at a minimum size of 2’ x 2’ for a planting well, or 30 gallons for a planter box.

YES NO
Parking shall be located on the side or behind buildings where possible.

Parking shall be screened from the street.

Landscape islands shall be provided 1 per every 10 parking spaces.

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Illustration to of a well-designed trash enclosure
Mailboxes shall be complementary to surrounding residential buildings.

3.4 Service Areas and Utilities
Service areas shall be designed to minimize potential negative visual impacts of public and private facilities and support structures through sensitive site design and construction.
(a) Visual Buffers. Incorporate visual buffers, including landscaping, equipment and storage area screening, and roof treatments, on properties abutting residentially designated property.
(b) Trash Bins. Where individual trash bins and pick-up are proposed, the development shall ensure access and fire lanes meet minimum requirements and dimensions.
(c) Trash/recycling. Consult with local waste collector to ensure containers are large enough to handle the refuse generated by the site.
(d) Location Exhibit. A trash bin/can location exhibit will be required with the development application review to ensure proper storage and access are being provided. CC&Rs will also need to address location of bins, timing for residents to put out and bring in trash cans (if individual pickup is used) and possible parking restrictions.
(e) Mailbox Design. Cluster mailbox enclosures shall be designed to be similar or complementary in form, material, and color to the surrounding residential buildings.
(f) Mailbox Installation. Each mailbox installation shall conform to current United States Postal Service standards.

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Examples of outdoor lighting.

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3.5 Lighting
Lighting is an important consideration for multifamily homes to encourage nighttime activity and ensure safety. However, excess light can have negative environmental impacts. The following standards apply to lighting requirements:
(a) Entrance Lighting. Building entrances and street numbers shall be well-lit and illuminated to be visible from the street. (b) Walkway Lighting. Walkways and paseos and parking
lots and access shall be illuminated with a minimum of 1 footcandle to ensure safe nighttime conditions.
(c) Security Lighting. Security lighting fixtures shall not project above the fascia or roof of the building. Security lighting fixtures shall not be substituted for parking lot or walkway lighting fixtures.
(d) Energy Efficiency. Incorporate timers and sensors to avoid unnecessary lighting and avoid unnecessary energy use.
(e) Architectural Compatibility. Lighting Fixtures should complement and be compatible with the building’s design and architectural style.
(f) Appropriately Sized. Fixtures shall be in scale with the building facade.

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4.1 Architectural Design Concept
Residential neighborhoods shall incorporate readily identifiable common design elements such as highly articulated facades, distinct entrances, and shared recreational areas or other focal points. The scale, colors, materials, design details, and architectural style of buildings and furnishings shall reflect the overall theme. The following standards shall be reflected in the architectural concept:
(a) Distinguishable Architectural Style. Building design shall be consistent with a defined architectural style and incorporate design details commonly associated with that style.
(b) Contextually Sensitive. The architectural scale and height of neighboring projects and the character of the community shall be considered.
(c) Defined Hierarchy of Public and Private Spaces. Public and private spaces shall be separated by buildings, enclosures, landscaping, screens, vegetation, paving, grade separation, fencing, or gates and doors. These features shall distinguish a progression from the public to the private realm.
(d) Four-Sided Architecture. Architectural design elements, details, and materials shall be consistent throughout the project, recognizing that buildings are 3-dimensional objects and must be well-designed on all sides.

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4.2 Building Form and Massing
Carefully crafted streetscapes are composed of well articulated building facades. Avoidance of monotonous streetscapes through the incorporation of recesses and architectural detailing. (a) Articulation. Deep recesses and architectural detailing is required to avoid long, unbroken building expanses.
(b) Projections. Projecting architectural features such as bowed or bay windows, columns, offset roof planes, and similar features should be used to create both vertical and horizontal articulation on the building elevations.
(c) Rear and Side Elevations. These design elements shall also be included on the rear facades and sides that are adjacent to or visible from streets or open spaces.
(d) Identifiable Entries. The main building entrance shall be clearly identifiable and distinguished. All entrances shall be emphasized using lighting, landscaping, and architecture. (e) No more than six side-by-side dwelling units shall be attached in any single structure.
(f) The maximum length of any individual building containing townhouse dwelling units or multifamily dwelling units shall be 200 linear feet, regardless of the number of units
(g) For every 100 feet of building length, there shall be a planebreak along the facade comprised of an offset of at least five feet in depth by 25 feet in length. The offset shall extend from grade to the highest story.
(h) The street-facing front façades of buildings shall be articulated with wall offsets (e.g., projections or recesses in the façade plane) that are at least two feet deep and spaced no more than 30 feet apart.
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4.3 Roof Forms
The California Energy Code (Title 24) requirements are to be considered in roof design, along with meeting the following standards:
(a) Maximize Solar Exposure. New homes are required to
have solar Design roofs for maximum solar exposure for the potential installation of solar features.
(b) Roof Mounted Equipment. Roof lines and roof forms shall be designed to screen roof mounted mechanical equipment. All screening shall be constructed consistent with the materials of the building and not simply “box-in” the equipment.

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4.4 Materials and Colors
Building materials and colors shall reflect the architectural style of the development, and a cohesive palette shall be established and carried throughout the project.
(a) Avoid Unbroken Wall Planes. Where appropriate to the architectural style, materials and textures shall vary between the base and body of a building to break up large wall planes and add visual base to the building.
(b) Wrap Corners. Materials applied to any elevation shall turn the corner of the building, ending at a logical termination point related to the roof line or building massing, or a minimum of two feet.

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4.5 Garages and Carports
Garages are to be articulated to the same degree as other portions of the building, and shall adhere to the following standards:
(a) Garages and garage doors shall be located on secondary facades and designed to minimize their visual impact and minimize the dominance of garage doors on the street.
(b) Garage entries, loading and service entries, utility rooms, stairs, elevators, and other similar inactive elements shall occupy no more than 20% of the width of a public street facing building façade.
(c) Garage doors shall be designed consistent with the overall style of the building. Material, pattern, and color to be coordinated with architectural style.
(d) Where visible by the public or by other residents, garage entrances shall be recessed and/or accompanied by projecting elements like porches, bay windows, trellises, architectural ornament, and/or landscaping.
(e) All two-car garages shall have a minimum free and clear interior dimension of 20 feet x 20 feet, while one-car garages shall have a minimum dimension of 10 feet x 20 feet.
(f) Detached Structures. Carports, detached garages, and other ancillary structures shall be designed as an integral part of the development, and shall be constructed of complimentary material and colors.
(g) Carports should be compatible with the finish colors and materials of the primary building. Carports should be engineered to be solar ready.
2-CAR GARAGE - MIN. 20’X20’ * 1-CAR GARAGE - MIN. 10’X20’ * Example of well-articulated carports and garages.
* All measurements referenced in these garage size diagrams are referring to the interior dimensions. Add 6-7 inches per wall for exterior dimensions.

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5.1 Intent & Purpose
The City of Norco General Plan calls for a cohesive and attractive built environment in harmony with both the natural and built environments.

New residential construction is to reflect the high level of quality of existing planned communities.

The articulation of cohesive architectural elements plays a key role in creating a positive community identity. A balance between authenticity of style and contemporary interpretations of historic elements is key to achieving an attractive multifamily community.

This chapter describes the Western architectural style which speaks to the heritage of Norco as well as aspirations for the future built environment of the City.

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5.2 Western Style

5.2.1 Style Description
Building architecture shall reflect a desired Western theme and identity. Derived from the American vernacular architecture that sprang from the passing of the Homestead Act of 1862, Frontier Architecture evolved to encompass the Victorian style during the later 19th centure when milled wood became widely available. This style combines simple, rustic, forms with Victorian embellishments to create a relaxed, informal feel compatible with the spirit of the American West. Qualities that reflect the Western theme can be described as rural, informal, traditional, rustic, low profile and equestrian oriented. Conversely, qualities that are inconsistent with the Western theme are urban, formal, contemporary, sophisticated, and massive.

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5.2.2 Form and Massing
Required Elements
(a) The basic building form shall be square or rectilinear, accentuated with a covered porch or walk;
(b) Buildings with facades greater than 100’ in length shall be divided into smaller, distinct masses by horizontally staggering walls, changing the roof line, inserting windows and doors, and applying wood siding in different directions; (c) Flat silhouettes shall be avoided. Buildings and building complexes shall be of variable heights to add visual
interest;
(d) Right angles shall predominate over curved walls or arches; (e) Expression of floor levels through ornamentation is required with such features as second floor balconies, upper level windows and exterior staircases.
a a
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5.2.3 Roof Design
Required Elements
(a) Principal roof forms shall be gable, gambrel, hip or shed; (b) Flat roofs are permitted where screened by a decorative parapet;
(c) Exposed rafter tails shall have a minimum thickness of 2 inches where a fascia board is used, and 4 inches where no fascia is used or where exposed on the underside of a porch or covered walk;
(d) Tower elements, chimneys, cupolas, exposed wood beams, roof overhangs, and trellises are acceptable roof features; (e) Skylights are permitted but shall be integral with the roof slope and design of the building;
a b
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Parapets (required elements when employed)
(f) Varied parapet height for multi-unit buildings are required; (g) Parapets shall completely screen roofs and all roof mounted equipment from view from the adjacent right-of-way;
(h) Parapets shall not be more than 5 feet above the main roofline;
(i) Parapets shall be finished on all sides visible from the ground;
(j) Parapets shall match the main building in material, color, and finish;
(k) Parapets shall utilize ornamental wood trim or a cornice at the top.
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5.2.4 Style Elements
Required Elements
(a) Wood posts shall be a minimum of 6x6 inches;
(b) Knee bracing at posts shall be used for balconies and overhangs;
(c) Balconies, boardwalks, and covered porches shall have wood railings;
Desired Elements
(d) The use of wood ornamentation at building cornices, the tops and bottoms of wood posts, eaves, balconies, and building corners is encouraged;
(e) The use of decorative elements on buildings such as weather vanes and wood ornamentation is encouraged;
(f) The use of trellis structures, windmills and other site amenities is encouarged; c d
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Façade Detailing
(g) Plaster and/or stucco is permitted but shall not exceed 60 percent of the building’s exterior surfaces;
(h) Horizontal siding shall be a minimum of 8 inches in width, and shall be one of the following types: horizontal “v” joint, channel joint ship lap with a minimum 3/8 inch channel, or beveled;
(i) Vertical board and batt siding shall have a minimum 12 inch spacing between 1x2-inch bats; rough-sawn sheets may be utilized;
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5.2.5 Doors & Windows
Entries and Doors - Required Elements
(a) Building entries shall be accented architecturally through color, framing, and roof variations;
(b) Doors with windows shall have the appearance of divided sash, with the appearance of small individual panes
(preferably not exceeding 168 square inches, and not more than 13 inches on a side), the width of rectangular panes shall be shorter than their length;
(c) Doors shall be trimmed with wood;
Entries and Doors - Desired Elements
(d) Building entries that are recessed or which project outward with roof overhangs are encouraged;
(e) Doors shall be constructed of wood or have the appearance of wood construction;
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Windows - Required Elements
(f) Divided sash windows shall have individual panes no more than 18 horizontal inches in any single dimension, and
window pane lengths shall be greater than widths;
(g) If windows other than divided sash are used, glazing shall be divided by non-continuous sections no greater than 36 inches by walls or columns;
(h) Window frames shall be wood or wood finish; metal windows may be utilized only if they are made to have the appearance and proportions of divided wood;
(i) Glazing shall consist of transparent glass, lightly tinted glass, lightly reflective solar glass with a reflective factor of 30 percent or less, or stained or etched glass; highly reflective glass, dark tinted glass, and colored glass are prohibited; (j) Awnings are not permitted;
(k) Front and visible edge elevations shall incorporate one feature window treatment, such as a picture window at least 6x8 feet, a window of unique shape and size, a window with a substantial surround matching or contrasting the primary color of the building, decorative window shelves or sill treatments, or a Juliet balcony;
(l) Shutters are required for at least 20% of total windows across project.
(m) Windows shall be recessed at least 2” from wood facades; 4” from stucco facades; and 12” from stone or brick facades. f l

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5.2.6 Materials
Permitted Materials
(a) Uniform materials and consistent style shall be reflected on all exterior elevations;
(b) The primary exterior material of the building shall appear to be wood siding or adobe/plaster/stucco. River rock, flag stone, wrought iron, and brick may be used for architectural accent material but may not exceed 25 percent of the total building facade;
(c) Roofs shall be constructed of metal, concrete or asphalt tiles that simulate wood shingle. Spanish tile and standing seam metal roofing may also be used;
(d) Materials that simulate the appearance of wood, such as cement fiber, vinyl, masonite, and aluminum siding, are acceptable;
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(e) Exterior siding, rafter tails, beams, posts, trim and decking may be constructed of rough sawn lumber;
(f) The underside of eaves, porches and boardwalks may be wood planking;
(g) Exterior paving materials for courtyards, patios, and other outdoor gathering areas may utilize brick, interlocking concrete pavers, quarry tile, fired “mexican” pavers and stone;
(h) The use of vinyl, masonite, and aluminum siding may be used when they are simulated to look like wood;
Prohibited Materials
(i) Highly finished wood shall be restricted to ornament and areas subject to human contact such as railings;
(j) The use of metals shall shall not have a shiny surface. As noted above, standing seam metal roofs may be used;
(k) Porcelain, plastic, and other manufactured materials are prohibited, except in fixtures, end caps on railings, and other similar locations;
(l) Exposed metal columns are prohibited;
(m) Prefabricated exterior metal stairs are prohibited; (n) Asphalt shall not be permitted for courtyards and patios. e

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5.2.7 Colors
Permitted Colors
(a) Primary building colors shall be earth tones of hues such as brown, beige, and gray; accent colors shall also be in earthen hues, but may include colors such as sky blue,
forest or sage green, barn red, white, black and other colors which compliment natural wood and do not detract from the western appearance of the buildings;
(b) Darker and lighter shades of the same color used on the building walls may be used to enhance building
ornamentation and trim;
(c) Exposed gutters, downspouts, flashing, sheet metal, vent stacks and pipes shall be painted to match adjacent roofs or walls to minimize their visibility;
(d) Stains or paints which provide the appearance of weathered wood are acceptable;
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(e) The use of “barn red” coloring shall be limited to accent trim and/or commons facilities such as clubhouses and pool
houses or tower elements;
(f) Except for small areas of ornamentation and trim, bright primary colors, or pinks, oranges and lavenders shall not be used;
(g) The use of more than two accent colors is prohibited; (h) Fluorescent colors are prohibited.
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Chapter 6 - Administration

6.1 Administration of Standards
This chapter provides methodology for the implementation of the Objective Design Standards. The responsibilities of the City of Norco Planning Department Staff shall include administering, interpreting, and enforcing all requirements and standards of this document.

Interpretation and Severability
Unless otherwise provided herein, any ambiguity concerning the content or application of the Objective Design Standards shall be resolved by the City of Norco Planning Director (Director) or his / her designee in a manner consistent with the goals, policies, purpose, and intent established in this document. If any portion of these standards is declared to be invalid or ineffective in whole or in part, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining parts of the remaining portions thereof. Should there occur any interpretive conflict between this document and the City of Norco Municipal Code, the more restrictive standard shall take precedence.

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6.1.1 Other Reference Documents
The standards and development parameters unique to multifamily development are provided within this document and as such this document is the first source of direction regarding proposals, but it is not the only source. This section outlines the other documents pertaining to multifamily housing design, including the City of Norco General Plan, Norco Municipal Code, and other related City documents.

The City of Norco Planning Department will actively seek to clarify and maintain internal consistency between this document and other existing documents, including the following:

City of Norco General Plan
A General Plan is a statement of the community’s land use values and is the underlying basis for its vision and direction. The City of Norco General Plan serves as a long-term policy guide for the physical, economic, and environmental growth.

City of Norco Municipal Code
The City of Norco Municipal Code (Title 18) establishes districts throughout the City with permitted land uses and development standards. These development standards create the framework for the physical form of the community (building setbacks, heights, etc.).

Where the Objective Design Standards are silent, the Development Code will apply as appropriate.

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6.2 Definitions
Arcade. A roofed passageway or lane. A series of arches supported by columns, piers, or pillars, either freestanding or attached to a wall to form a gallery.

Arched. A curved or pointed structural element that is supported at its sides
Articulation. The distinct details, features, textures, or forms in relation to the whole facade.

Asymmetry. Irregular correspondence of form and configuration on opposite sides of a dividing line or plane or about a center or an axis; having unbalanced proportions.

Attached. Joined to or by a wall, especially by sharing a wall with another building; not freestanding.

Awning. A roof-like structure, often made of canvas, wood, or metal that serves as a shelter, as over a storefront, window, door, or deck.

Balcony. A platform that projects from the wall of a building and is surrounded by a railing, balustrade or parapet.

Board and Batten. A form of sheathing for wood frame buildings consisting of wide boards, usually placed vertically, whose joints are covered by narrow strips of wood over joints or cracks.

Brackets. A projection from a vertical surface providing structural or visual support under cornices, balconies, windows, or any other overhanging member.

Arcade
Porch
Gallery
Terrace

FRONTAGE TYPES

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Buffer. A term often applied to landscaped areas separating incompatible land uses. Can also mean an area of a “transitional” land use that lies between two incompatible land uses.

Canopy. A protective roof-like covering, often of canvas, mounted on a frame over a walkway or door or niche; often referred to as an awning.

Casement Window. A window with side hinges that swings outward from either the right or left.

Coping (Cap). A flat cover of stone or brick that protects the top of a wall.

Court. 1) An extent of open ground partially or completely enclosed by walls or buildings; a courtyard. 2) A short street, especially a wide alley walled by buildings on three sides. 3) A large open section of a building.

Curb Cut. The elimination of a street curb to enable increased access to crosswalks/sidewalks, entry driveways or parking lots.

Decorative Joinery. Embellishments or ornamental features used for decoration at the juncture of structural elements.

Detached. Standing apart from others; separate or disconnected.

Detail. An element of a building such as trim, moldings, other ornamentation or decorative features.

Dormer. A structure projecting from a sloping roof usually housing a vertical window that is placed in a small gable, or containing a ventilating louver.

Double-hung Windows. A window unit that has two operable sashes which move vertically in the frame.

COPING (CAP)

DECORATIVE JOINERY
DORMER

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Downspout. A vertical pipe used to conduct water from a roof drain or gutter to the ground or cistern.

Eave. The projecting lower edge of a roof.

Eclectic. Selecting or employing individual elements from a variety of sources, systems, or styles.

Elevation. An orthographic view of the vertical features of a building (front, rear, side, interior elevation).

Facade. The entire exterior side of a building; especially the architectural front, sometimes distinguished from the other sides by elaboration of architectural or ornamental details.

Fascia.A plain horizontal band; a fascia board will cover the joint between the wall and the projecting eaves.

Fanlight. A semicircular window, usually over a door with radiating bars suggesting an open fan.

Gable Roof. A ridge roof that slopes up from only two walls. A gable is the vertical triangular portion of the end of a building from the eaves to the ridge of the roof.

Hipped (Hip Roof). A roof that is sloped on all four sides.

Knee Brace. A diagonal corner member for bracing the angle between two jointed members; being joined to each other partway along its path serves to stiffen and strengthen the joint.

Maintenance. The work of keeping something in proper condition; upkeep.

EAVE

GABLE ROOF HIP ROOF

KNEE BRACE
FASCIA

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Massing. The general shape, form, and size of a building.

Monument Sign. A ground sign with low overall height. Monument sign have the appearance of a solid base of landscape construction materials such as brick, stucco, stonework, textured wood, tile or textured concrete materials that is compatible with the building materials on the subject property.

Mullion. The vertical member separating adjacent windowpanes.

Multi-family. A multifamily home is any residential property that contains more than one housing unit, such as a duplex, a townhome or an apartment complex.

Muntin. Wood or metal strips separating panels in a window.

Niche(s). A decorative recess set into a wall for the purpose of displaying a statue, vase, font, or other object.

Overhanging Eaves. The projecting overhang at the lower edge of a roof that sheds rainwater.

Parapet. A retaining wall at the edge of a roof, porch, or terrace.

Pier. A vertical, non-circular masonry support, more massive than a column.

Pilaster. A rectangular column with a capital and base, set into a wall as an ornamental motif.

Pitch. To set at a specified downward slant, i.e. pitch the roof at a steep angle.

Porch. A covered platform, usually having a separate roof, at an entrance to a building. An open or enclosed gallery or room attached

MULLION AND MUNTIN
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to the outside of a building; a veranda.

Portico. A structure consisting of a roof supported by columns or enclosed by walls, usually attached to a building as a porch.

Proportion. The relationship of size, quantity, or degree between two or more things or parts of something.

Rafter Tails. The portion of the rafter that hangs over the wall.

Rooflines. Various forms to a roof, such as pitch, ridge, hip, etc., often at different angles.

Scale. The proportion of one object to another. “Pedestrian” or “human” scale incorporates building and landscape elements that are modest in size. “Monumental” scale incorporates large or grand building elements.

Setback. 1) The recessing of the upper part of the facade due to the smaller area of the upper floors; 2) The distance a building is recessed from the property line, curb of the street, or the edge of the sidewalk.

Shed Roof. A roof shape having only one sloping pane.

Shingles. Thin pieces of wood used in overlapping rows to cover roofs and exterior walls of houses; can be cut in decorative shapes.

Shutter. A movable cover for a window used for protection from weather and intruders.

Siding. The exterior wall covering of a structure.

Sill. The horizontal exterior member at the bottom of a window or door opening, usually sloped away from the bottom of the window or

PORTICO

RAFTER TAILS

SHINGLES

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door for drainage of water and overhanging the wall below.

Streetscape. The overall appearance of a street or grouping of streets in an area and/or the relationship of buildings to the surrounding sidewalk and streets.

Stucco. A durable finish for exterior walls, usually composed of cement, sand, and lime and applied while wet. A fine plaster for interior wall ornamentation, such as moldings.

Symmetry. Exact correspondence of form and configuration on opposite sides of a dividing line or plane or about a center or an axis; having balanced proportions.

Townhome. An urban building without side yards, containing one residence on one or more floors.

Trellis. A system of horizontal joists supported on posts, often designed to support growing plants or provide shade.

Trim. Any visible woodwork or moldings that cover or protect joints, edges, or ends of another material. Examples: baseboards, cornices, door trim, and window trim.

Window Boxes. A long, narrow box in which flowers and other plants are grown, placed on an outside windowsill.

Window Sash. The moveable part of a window made up of the vertical and horizontal frame that holds the glass. WINDOW BOXES

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RESOLUTION 2022-18

A RESOLUTION BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORCO,

CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING OBJECTIVE DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS

TO BE COMPLIANT WITH STATE LAW FOR PROJECTS THAT

REQUIRE MINISTERIAL APPROVAL, AND TO ESTABLISH

DEVELOPMENT GUILDLINES/STANDARDS FOR PROJECTS IN THE

HOUSING DEVELOPMENT OVERLAY ZONE (HDO)
WHEREAS, the CITY OF NORCO initiated, a proposal to develop objective development standards applicable to the City of Norco, for compliance with state law (SB 35 and the 2021- 2029 Housing Element) for those projects that require ministerial approval and to establish development guidelines/standards for the HDO zone; and
WHEREAS, the Objective Development Standards was duly submitted to said City’s Planning Commission for decision at a public hearing for which proper notice was given; and WHEREAS, the Objective Development Standards was scheduled for public hearing on February 9, 2022 on or about 7 p.m. in the Council Chambers at 2820 Clark Avenue, Norco, California 92860; and
WHEREAS, at the time set, the Planning Commission held a public hearing and received both oral and written testimony pertaining to the Objective Development Standards; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. 2022-02 recommending that the City Council adopt the Objective Development Standards; and WHEREAS, the Objective Development Standards was duly submitted to said City’s City Council for decision at a public hearing for which proper notice was given; and WHEREAS, the Objective Development Standards was scheduled for public hearing on March 2, 2022 on or about 7 p.m. in the Council Chambers at 2820 Clark Avenue, Norco, California 92860; and
WHEREAS, at the time set, the City Council held a public hearing and received both oral and written testimony pertaining to the Objective Development Standards; and WHEREAS, said public hearing was continued to the City Council meeting of March 16, 2022; and
WHEREAS, at the time set, the City Council held a public hearing and received both oral and written testimony pertaining to the Objective Development Standards; and WHEREAS, the City of Norco acting as the Lead Agency has determined in accordance with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the City of Norco Environmental Guidelines that the proposed Objective Development Standards could not have a significant effect on the environment, and an exemption was prepared for adoption.

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NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Norco does hereby approve the following FINDINGS AND DETERMINATIONS:

I. FINDINGS:

A. The proposed Objective Development Standards will not be inconsistent with, or contrary to, the General Plan or the Zoning Code since the Objective Development Standards clarifies requirements legislation required by the State and as part of the City of Norco 2021-2029 Housing Element update.

B. The proposed Objective Development Standards will not create conditions materially detrimental to the public health, safety and general welfare.

C. The City of Norco acting as the Lead Agency has determined in accordance with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the City of Norco Environmental Guidelines that the proposed Objective Development Standards could not have a significant effect on the environment, and an exemption was prepared for adoption.

II. DETERMINATION:

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PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Norco, California at a regular meeting held March 16, 2022.

Greg Newton, Mayor
City of Norco, California
ATTEST:

Dana Roa, CMC, City Clerk
City of Norco, California
I Dana Roa, CMC, City Clerk of the City of Norco, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was adopted by the City Council of the City of Norco, California at a regular meeting held March 16, 2022 by the following roll call vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

IN WITNESS THEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of Norco, California, on March 16, 2022.

Dana Roa, CMC, City Clerk
City of Norco, California

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ORDINANCE 1080

A RESOLUTION BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORCO,
CALIFORNIA APPROVING ZONE CODE AMENDMENT 2021-04,
AMENDING CHAPTERS 18.02 “DEFINITIONS”, 18.17 “R-3 LOWDENSITY MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL”, AND 18.64 “HOUSING DEVELOPMENT OVERLAY ZONE”, TO BE COMPLIANT WITH STATE

LAW FOR PROJECTS THAT REQUIRE MINISTERIAL APPROVAL,

AND TO CODIFY DEVELOPMENT GUIDELINES/STANDARDS FOR

PROJECTS IN THE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT OVERLAY ZONE
(HDO)
WHEREAS, the CITY OF NORCO initiated Zone Code Amendment 2021-04, a proposal to amend Chapter 18.02, 18.17, and 18.64 of the Norco Municipal Code Title 18 (Zoning Code), for compliance with State Law (SB 35 and the 2021-2029 Housing Element) for those projects that require ministerial approval and to establish development guidelines/standards for the HDO Zone; and
WHEREAS, the Zone Code Amendment was duly submitted to said City’s Planning Commission for decision at a public hearing for which proper notice was given; and WHEREAS, the Zone Code Amendment was scheduled for public hearing on February 9, 2022 on or about 7 p.m. in the Council Chambers at 2820 Clark Avenue, Norco, California 92860; and
WHEREAS, at the time set, the Planning Commission held a public hearing and received both oral and written testimony pertaining to the Zone Code Amendment; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. 2022-03 recommending that the City Council adopt the Zone Code Amendment; and WHEREAS, the Zone Code Amendment was duly submitted to said City’s City Council for decision at a public hearing for which proper notice was given; and WHEREAS, the Zone Code Amendment was scheduled for public hearing on March 2, 2022 on or about 7 p.m. in the Council Chambers at 2820 Clark Avenue, Norco, California 92860; and
WHEREAS, at the time set, the City Council held a public hearing and received both oral and written testimony pertaining to the Zone Code Amendment; and WHEREAS, said public hearing was continued to the City Council meeting of March 16, 2022; and
WHEREAS, at the time set, the City Council held a public hearing and received both oral and written testimony pertaining to the Objective Development Standards; and

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WHEREAS, the City of Norco acting as the Lead Agency has determined in accordance with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the City of Norco Environmental Guidelines that the proposed Objective Development Standards could not have a significant effect on the environment, and an exemption was prepared for adoption.

NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Norco, California, does hereby approve the following FINDINGS AND DETERMINATIONS:

I. FINDINGS:

A. The proposed Zone Code Amendment will not be inconsistent with, or contrary to, the General Plan or the Zoning Code since the Objective Development Standards clarifies requirements legislation required by the State and as part of the City of Norco 2021-2029 Housing Element update.

B. The proposed Zone Code Amendment will not create conditions materially detrimental to the public health, safety and general welfare.

II. DETERMINATION:

NOW THEREFORE, in light of the evidence and testimony presented at the hearing, and in conformity with the findings set forth here, the City Council for the City of Norco, assembled March 16, 2022 does hereby adopt Zone Code Amendment 2021-04 in its First Reading, and April 6, 2022 for a Second Reading, thereby amending the Norco Municipal Code Chapters 18.02, 18.17, and 18.64 as follows:
• Section 18.02 “Definitions” is proposed to be amended by adding a new definition for ODS. The definition is proposed to read: "Objective Development Standards: Those that “involve no personal or subjective judgement by a public official and are uniformly verifiable by reference to an external and uniform benchmark or criterion available and knowable by both the development applicant and public official prior to submittal.”; and
• Chapter 18.17 “R-3 Low Density Multiple-Family Residential” is proposed to be amended by adding a new section, Section 18.17.44, to read as follows: "Any project within the R-3 zone that qualifies for ministerial approval in compliance with State law shall follow the Objective Development Standards adopted by the City"; and • Chapter 18.64 “Housing Development Overlay (HDO) Zone” is proposed to be amended by adding the following new sections:

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o Section 18.64.14 R. Any project within the HDO zone that qualifies for ministerial approval in compliance with State law shall follow the Objective Development Standards adopted by the City".
o Section 18.64.14 S. The Objective Development Standards adopted by the City of Norco shall serve as the design and developments standards/guidelines for all projects that are not subject to ministerial approval. When not subject to ministerial approval, these standards can be modified at the discretion of the Planning Commission and/or the City Council.

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April 6, 2022

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PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Norco, California at a regular meeting held April 6, 2022
________________________
Greg Newton, Mayor
City of Norco, California
ATTEST:
________________________
Dana Roa, CMC, City Clerk
City of Norco, California
I, Dana Roa, CMC, City Clerk of the City of Norco, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was adopted by the City Council of the City of Norco, California, at a regular adjourned meeting held April 6, 2022, by the following roll call vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

IN WITNESS THEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of Norco, California, on April 6, 2022.
_________________________
Dana Roa, CMC, City Clerk
City of Norco, California

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City Council

STAFF REPORT
Date: March 16, 2022 Agenda Item:

6.B.

To: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
Prepared By: Chad Blais, Director
Department: Public Works
SUBJECT:

Ordinance No. 1081, First Reading: Amending Norco Municipal Code Section 6.42.300 “Composting” to allow composting on Residential Properties. Code Amendment 2022-02 RECOMMENDATION:

Adopt Ordinance No. 1081, First Reading: to amend Norco Municipal Code Section

6.42.300 “Composting” to allow composting on residential properties. Code Amendment 2022-02; and schedule Second Reading on April 6, 2022.

SUMMARY:

Senate Bill (SB) 1383 requires jurisdictions to allow residential composting and due to the relatively small number of residential properties currently composting or likely to compost organic materials, staff has elected to draft language that is generic in content to allow composting and allow for code enforcement, if needed. Staff is recommending the City Council approve Ordinance No. 1081, in its First Reading, to amend Norco Municipal Code Section 6.42.300 “Composting” to allow composting on residential properties.

BACKGROUND:

State SB 1383 was adopted in 2016 and intended to focus on residential and commercial organic waste reduction targets effective January 1, 2022. One of the elements of SB 1383 is the promotion or enabling of composting on residential properties. Jurisdictions can implement regulations or restrictions related to residential composting but a jurisdiction may not ban composting. The City's current Municipal Code Section 6.42.300 “Composting” currently prohibit composting within the City of Norco.

At the September 1, 2021 Council meeting, staff presented an update to Section 6.42.300 "Composting" that would allow composting on residential properties. After some discussion the City Council elected to not approve the suggested modifications and directed staff to research and add more content related to acceptable practices and enforcement mechanisms.

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Staff conducted an assessment of other jurisdictions to determine what ordinances/regulations may be in place to regulate composting activities on residential properties. Staff determined that most jurisdictions don't have codified rules related to composting but rather focused more on providing composting literature online about best practices on how to compost properly. However, staff did find some useful material to develop a modest compost ordinance to regulate compost activities on residential properties. The draft ordinance was also provided to Patrick Mitchell from Five Keys to review and provide feedback. Some of Mr. Michell's recommendations have been incorporated in the attached ordinance. Please note staff will also be developing educational materials that promote "best practices" guidelines for composting that can be provided to residents and be used by staff when evaluating potential composting related complaints.

FISCAL IMPACT:

Not Applicable.

RELATIONSHIP TO STRATEGIC PLAN:

Approving Code Amendment 2022-02, to allow composting on residential properties is consistent with Strategic Plan Direction No. 1 - Public Health, Safety and Wellness:

Enhance quality of life by promoting public health, safety and wellness initiatives for all community members.

REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:

Certified as to Availability of Funds: Lisette Free, Finance Director Approved by: Andy Okoro, City Manager
Approved as to Form: John Harper, City Attorney
ATTACHMENT(S):

Ordinance No. 1081

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ORDINANCE NO. 1081

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORCO,
CALIFORNIA, AMENDING NORCO MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 6.42.300 “COMPOSTING” TO ALLOW COMPOSTING ON RESIDENTIAL
PROPERTIES. CODE AMENDMENT 2022-02
WHEREAS, State Senate Bill 1383 was adopted in 2016 and intended to focus on residential and commercial organic waste reduction targets effective January 1, 2022; and WHEREAS, one of the elements of SB 1383 is the promotion or enabling of composting on residential properties; and
WHEREAS, jurisdictions can implement regulations or restrictions related to residential composting but a jurisdiction may not ban composting; and WHEREAS, Norco Municipal Code Section 6.42.300 “Composting” does not allow composting of any kind in the City of Norco which is in violation of SB 1383 requirements; and
WHEREAS, staff is recommending amending Norco Municipal Code Section

6.42.300 “Composting” to allow composting on residential properties.

NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Norco, California, does hereby approve amending the Norco Municipal Code as follows:

6.42.300 Composting
Composting of organic materials on residential properties is allowed in the City based on the guidelines outlined herein. The City reserves the right to inspect and cite any residential property conducting composting to ensure proper methods are being utilized to prevent nuisance odors or potential infestation of bugs or rodents from impacting neighboring properties.
(a) Defined. For the purposes of this section, composting is a microbial process that converts plant materials to a usable organic soil amendment or mulch. Compost is the product resulting from the biological decomposition of organic wastes and are intended to be reused as potting soil or soil building amendment on the property where the compost was generated. Compost may not be sold but can be donated to other properties. (b) Compost Location. Composting shall be conducted in a designated location within a covered or uncovered container, enclosed on all vertical sides or in a wind row with adequate protections at ground level to prevent run off. Containers shall be of a durable material and shall be constructed and maintained in a structurally sound manner. Wood used in the construction of a compost container must be sound and free of rot. Run off protection should be at least 6 (six) inches high and made of durable material such as sandbags, wattles or 2”X6” lumber planks.

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(c) Size. The maximum size for a compost area on lots less than one (1) acre with a residential structure shall be fifteen (20) cubic yards. The maximum size for a compost area on lots greater than one (1) acre with a residential structure shall be fifteen (40) cubic yards. Composting may not be conducted on undeveloped residential lot. (d) Location on property. The compost container(s) shall not be located closer than one (5) feet from the rear property line and shall not be located in any required front or side yard as defined in the zoning code, nor closer than twenty (20) feet to any habitable building off of the subject property.
(e) Acceptable materials for backyard composting. Composting materials include: food scraps, garden wastes, weeds, lawn cuttings, leaves, pruning, and certain animal waste.

Compost piles shall include an appropriate mix of nitrogen-rich materials (or "greens") and carbon-rich materials (or "browns") to reduce odor and ensure adequate composting. (f) Prohibited compost materials. The following compostable materials shall not be placed in a backyard composting container: meat, fats, oils, grease, bones, whole eggs, milk or other dairy products, human waste, dog or cat waste, pesticides, herbicides, noxious weeds, diseased plant material in which the disease vector cannot be rendered harmless through the composting process, and any other mixed municipal solid waste that may cause a public health risk or create nuisance conditions. (g) Maintenance. Compost materials shall be layered, aerated, moistened, turned, and managed to promote effective decomposition of the materials in a safe, secure and sanitary manner. Compost materials shall be covered with a layer of material such as leaves, straw, wood chips, or finished compost to reduce odor. (h) Educational materials. The city shall prepare and distribute informational materials to assist persons wishing to conduct source-separated organic composting in an efficient manner that minimizes public nuisance conditions.
(i) Abatement. All compost containers and/or compost materials not in compliance with this section shall be declared a public nuisance and are subject to abatement as provided in Chapter 6.22. In addition, the City may require individuals whose compost containers and/or materials are not in compliance with this section to attend a master composter or similar educational program as a condition of continuing to compost on a subject property.

SECTION 2: EFFECTIVE DATE: This Ordinance shall become effective 30 days after final passage thereof.

SECTION 3: SEVERABILITY: If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase of this Ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by the decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of the Ordinance. The Council hereby declares that it would have passed this Ordinance, and each section, subsection, sentence, clause, and phrase, hereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more of the sections, subsections, sentences, clauses, or phrases hereof be declared invalid or unconstitutional.

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SECTION 4: POSTING: The Mayor shall sign this Ordinance and the City Clerk shall attest thereto and shall cause the same within 15 days of its passage to be posted at no less than five public places within the City of Norco.

PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Norco, California, at a regular meeting held on April 6, 2022.
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Greg Newton, Mayor
City of Norco, California
ATTEST:
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Dana Roa, CMC, City Clerk
City of Norco, California
I, DANA ROA, CMC, City Clerk of the City of Norco, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance was introduced at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Norco, California, duly held on March 16, 2022 and thereafter at a regular meeting of said City Council duly held on April 6, 2022, it was duly passed and adopted by the following vote of the City Council:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of Norco, California, on April 6, 2022.
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Dana Roa, CMC, City Clerk
City of Norco, California

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