AGENDA Poway City Council
Co u nc il Ch am be r I 13325 Civic Ce nte r Drive I Pow ay, CA I 92064 August 6, 2024 I 7 p.m.
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Steve Vaus
Mayor
Caylin Frank
Deputy Mayor
Peter De Hoff
Councilmemb er
Anita Edmondson
Councilmember
Brian Pepin
Councilmember
Reminder I As a courtesy to all attendees, please silence all electronic devices and engage in conversations outside the Council Chambers.
The City Council also sits as the City of Poway Planning Commission, Poway Housing Authority, Public Financing Authority and Successor Agency to the Poway Redevelopment Agency CALL TO ORDER:
ROLL CALL:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
MOMENT OF SILENCE:
PRESENTATION:
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PUBLIC COMMENT: In accordance with State law, an item not scheduled on the agenda may be brought forward by the general public for comment; however, the City Council will not be able to discuss or take action on any issue not included on the agenda. You may speak up to three (3) minutes .
Per the Poway Municipal Code, the speaking time may be reduced. Speakers have one opportunity to address the Council under Public Comment.
CONSENT CALENDAR: The Consent Calendar may be enacted in one motion by the Council with a Roll Call Vote without discussion unless a Council member, a member of the public, or City Manager requests that an item be removed for discussion .
1. Approval of Reading by Title Only and Waiver of Reading in Full of Ordinances on this Agenda
2. Approval of the June 4, 2024 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes
3. Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 870 entitled "An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Poway, California, Approving Specific Plan Amendment 22-0001 to The Farm in Poway Specific Plan to Allow the Construction of a Recreational Fitness Club on a 6.87-Acres Site; Assessor's Parcel Number 273-932-25-00"
4. Fiscal Year 2023-24 Fire and Life Safety Inspection Report
5. Award of Agreement to Superior Gate Services for Automatic Gate Inspection, Maintenance and Repair Services; RFP No. 24-028
6. Authorization to Purchase One (1) Medium-Duty Cab and Chassis and One (1) Light-Duty Pickup Truck Utilizing California Department of General Services State Contract #1-22-23-20F
7. Resolution Authorizing the Acceptance of Grant Funding Through the Federal Emergency Management Agency Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program ORDINANCES FOR INTRODUCTION: None
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PUBLIC HEARINGS: None
STAFF REPORTS: None
WORKSHOPS: None
COUNCIL-INITIATED ITEMS: None
COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS and ANNOUNCEMENTS: Pursuant to AB1234 - (G.C. 53232(d)) CITY MANAGER ITEMS:
CITY ATTORNEY ITEMS: (Including any public report of any action taken in closed session) CLOSED SESSION: None
AD!OURNMENT:
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AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING
I, Carrie Gallagher, CMC, City Clerk of the City of Poway hereby declare under penalty of perjury that this notice of a Regular meeting as called by the City Council of the City of Poway was posted and provided on July 30, 2024. Said meeting to be held at 7:00 p.m., August 6, 2024, in the Poway City Council Chambers, 13325 Civic Center Drive, Poway, California. Said notice was posted on the Bulletin Board at the entrance to City Hall. (~~
Carrie Gallagher, CMC,CityC/erk
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AG EN DA REPORT City of Poway
DATE:
TO:
FROM:
August 6, 2024
Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
Carrie Gallagher, City Clerk t.,,c4---,
(858) 668-4535 or cgallagher@pc¼vay.org
CITY COUNCIL
SUBJECT: Approval of the June 4, 2024 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes Summary
The City Council Meeting Minutes submitted hereto for approval are:
• June 4, 2024 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes
The Poway City Council sits as the Poway Planning Commission, the Poway Housing Authority, the Public Financing Authority, and the Successor Agency to the Poway Redevelopment Agency.
Recommended Action:
It is recommended the City Council approve the June 4, 2024 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes.
Public Notification:
None.
Attachments:
A. June 4, 2024 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes
Reviewed/Approved By:
¾~v::::== Wend aserman
Assistant City Manager
Reviewed By:
Alan Fenstermacher
City Attorney
Chris ne
City Manager
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ATTACHMENT A
CITY OF POWAY
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
MINUTES
June 4, 2024
City Council Chambers
13325 Civic Center Drive, Poway, California
(Per Government Code 54953)
(Meeting Called to Order as City Council/City of Poway Planning Commission/Poway Housing Authority/Public Financing Authority and Successor Agency to the Poway Redevelopment Agency) CALL TO ORDER:
Mayor Vaus called the Regular Meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL:
Present: Brian Pepin, Peter De Hoff, Anita Edmondson, Caylin Frank, Steve Vaus STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT:
City Manager Chris Hazeltine; Assistant City Manager Wendy Kaserman; City Attorney Alan Fenstermacher; City Clerk Carrie Gallagher; Director of Development Services Bob Manis; Interim Director of Finance Brad Rosen; Director of Human Resources and Risk Management Jodene Dunphy; Director of Public Works Eric Heidemann; Director of Community Services Audrey Denham; Fire Chief Jeff Chumbley; Captain Claudia Delgado, Sheriff's Department. (Note: Hereinafter the titles Mayor, Deputy Mayor, Councilmember, City Manager, Assistant City Manager, City Attorney, City Clerk and Director of Finance shall be used to indicate Mayor/Chair, Deputy MayorNice Chair, Councilmember/Director, City Manager/Executive Director, Assistant City Manager/Assistant Executive Director, City Attorney/Counsel, City Clerk/Secretary and Director of Finance/Finance Officer.)
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Deputy Mayor Frank led the Pledge of Allegiance.
MOMENT OF SILENCE:
Mayor Vaus led a moment of silence.
PRESENTATIONS:
None.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
None.
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CONSENT CALENDAR:
Motioned by Mayor Vaus, seconded by Councilmember De Hoff to approve Consent Calendar Items 1 through 20. Motion carried 5/0 by the following roll-call vote:
Ayes:
Noes:
Abstained:
Absent:
Disqualified:
Pepin, De Hoff, Edmondson, Frank, Vaus
None
None
None
None
1. Approval of Reading by Title Only and Waiver of Reading in Full of Ordinances on this Agenda
2. Review of the City's Local Conflict of Interest Code
3. Engineer's Report and Resolution No. 24-023 Declaring the Intention to Levy and Collect Assessments Within Poway Landscape Maintenance District 19-1 for Fiscal Year 2024-25 and Set Date for Public Hearing
4. Engineer's Report and Resolution No. 24-024 Declaring the Intention to Levy and Collect Assessments Within Poway Landscape Maintenance District 83-1 for Fiscal Year 2024-25 and Set Date for Public Hearing
5. Engineer's Report and Resolution No. 24-025 Declaring the Intention to Levy and Collect Assessments Within Poway Landscape Maintenance District 86-1 for Fiscal Year 2024-25 and Set Date for Public Hearing
6. Engineer's Report and Resolution No. 24-026 Declaring the Intention to Levy and Collect Assessments Within Poway Landscape Maintenance District 86-2 for Fiscal Year 2024-25 and Set Date for Public Hearing
7. Engineer's Report and Resolution No. 24-027 Declaring the Intention to Levy and Collect Assessments Within Poway Landscape Maintenance District 86-3 for Fiscal Year 2024-25 and Set Date for Public Hearing
8. Engineer's Report and Resolution No. 24-028 Declaring the Intention to Levy and Collect Assessments Within Poway Landscape Maintenance District 87-1 for Fiscal Year 2024-25 and Set Date for Public Hearing
9. Engineer's Report and Resolution No. 24-029 Declaring the Intention to Levy and Collect Assessments Within Poway Lighting District for Fiscal Year 2024-25 and Set Date for Public Hearing
10. Approve the City of Poway's 2024-2025 Annual Water Supply and Demand Assessment
11. Award of Agreement to Sweeping Corp of America, SCA of CA, LLC for Bus Stop Cleaning and Maintenance Services; RFP No. 24-017
12. Award of Agreement to Pro-Craft Construction, Inc. for As-Needed Plumbing Services; RFP No. 24-016
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13. Acceptance of the Lake Poway Upper Playground Renovation Project with Marcon Engineering, Inc., as Complete
14. Award of Contract to Advanced Industrial Services for the Washwater Tank No. 2 Rehabilitation Project, Bid No. 24-006, Authorize the First Amendment of Contract to Engineering Resources of Southern California, Appropriation of Additional Funds and Determination the Project is Categorically Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act
15. Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 869 entitled "An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Poway, California, Amending Chapters 17.08, 17.30 and 17.52 of the Poway Municipal Code to Eliminate the Minor Development Review Requirement for Certain Types of Projects"
16. California Office of Emergency Services Designation of Applicant's Agent Resolution Form- 130
17. Award of Contract to LC Paving & Sealing, Inc. for the Neighborhood Sidewalks Powers Road Project, Bid No. 24-007, and Determination the Project is Categorically Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act
18. Third Amendment to the Exclusive Negotiating Rights Agreement with Wakeland Housing and Development Corporation for the Monte Vista Affordable Housing Project; [APN 275-460-61- 00]
19. Authorization to Purchase One (1) Utility Body by Informal Bid
20. Second Extension of the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Street Maintenance Project Contract with American Asphalt South, Inc., Bid No. 22-013, and Determination the Project is Categorically Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act
ORDINANCES FOR INTRODUCTION:
None.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
None.
STAFF REPORTS:
None.
WORKSHOPS:
None.
COUNCIL-INITIATED ITEMS:
None.
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Mayor Vaus reordered the agenda to take the City Manager Items at this juncture.
CITY MANAGER ITEMS:
City Manager Chris Hazeltine recognized Director of Development Services Bob Manis for his 16 years of dedicated service to the City of Poway, over 40 years of public service and congratulated him on his retirement.
COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS and ANNOUNCEMENTS: Pursuant to AB1234 -(G.C. 53232(d))
Council congratulated Director of Development Services Bob Manis on his retirement and thanked him for his services to the City of Poway. Councilmembers commented on Mr. Manis' career, noting his leadership, dedication to residents, his patience, his institutional knowledge of City planning, development and land use, and on his ability to remain a steady presence in a demanding work environment. Council noted Mr. Manis' numerous contributions to the Poway community and the lasting impact of his stewardship.
Mayor Vaus read messages from former Councilmember John Mullin and Poway resident Kevin McNamara, congratulating Mr. Manis on his distinguished career in public service.
CITY ATTORNEY ITEMS: (Including any public report of any action taken in closed session) None.
CLOSED SESSION:
None.
ADJOURNMENT:
The meeting was adjourned at 7:16 p.m.
Carrie Gallagher, CMC
City Clerk
City of Poway, California
DATE:
TO:
FROM:
CONTACT:
SUBJECT:
Summary:
AGENDA RE PO RT City of Poway
August 6, 2024
Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
Carrie Gallagher, City Clerk ~--
Carrie Gallagher, City Clerk
(858) 668-4435 or cgallagher@poway .org
CITY COUNCIL
Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 870 entitled "An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Poway, California, Approving Specific Plan Amendment 22-0001 to The Farm in Poway Specific Plan to Allow the Construction of a Recreational Fitness Club on a 6.87-Acres Site; Assessor's Parcel Number 273-932-25-00" The introduction and first reading of the above-entitled Ordinance was approved at a Regular City Council Meeting on July 16, 2024. There were fourteen (14) speakers. At that meeting, the City Council discussed, and the applicant agreed to, an additional provision in the ordinance requiring the applicant to reimburse the City for all costs related to place the Ordinance as a Measure on the November 5, 2024 ballot for approval by the voters of the City of Poway. This has been added to the Ordinance as Section 7.
The Ordinance is now presented for second reading and adoption by title only.
Vote at first reading:
Recommended Action:
AYES:
NOES:
DE HOFF, PEPIN, FRANK, VAUS
EDMONDSON
ABSTAINED: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
DISQUALIFIED: NONE
It is recommended the City Council adopt Ordinance No. 870.
Environmental Review:
None.
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Fiscal Impact:
None.
Public Notification:
A Notice of Public Hearing was published in the Poway News Chieftain on Thursday, July 4, 2024. An ordinance summary notice was published in the Poway News Chieftain on Thursday, July 25, 2024. A certified copy of this Ordinance will also be posted in the Office of the City Clerk in accordance with Government Code section 36933.
Attachments:
A. Ordinance No. 870
Reviewed/Approved By:
Assistant City Manager
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Reviewed By:
Alan Fenstermacher
City Attorney
Approved By:
City Manager
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ORDINANCE NO. 870
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
POWAY, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING SPECIFIC PLAN
AMENDMENT 22 -0001 TO THE FARM IN POWAY SPECIFIC
PLAN TO ALLOW THE CONSTRUCTION OF A RECREATIONAL
FITNESS CLUB ON A 6.87-ACRES SITE; ASSESSOR’S PARCEL
NUMBER 273-932-25-00
WHEREAS, The Farm in Poway Specific Plan (TFIPSP) was adopted on June 16, 2020, Resolution No. 20-051, which contained a Poway General Plan Amendment (GPA), Specific Plan (SPP), Zone Change (ZC), and Zoning Ordinance Amendment (ZOA) to set the policy framework to guide development at The Farm using definitions, a land use plan, development standards and design guidelines; and in accordance with Resolution No. 20-052 approving Tentative Tract Map (TTM) 19-002, Development Review (DR) 19-001, and Conditional Use Permit (CUP) 19-005;
WHEREAS, on June 16, 2020, Final Environmental Impact Report (FEIR) was prepared and certified pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), in conjunction with the adoption of TFIPSP. The TFIPSP FEIR analyzed the potential impacts of the proposed build-out of the TFIPSP area in a manner permitted by the Specific Plan;
WHEREAS, Specific Plan A mendment (SPA) 22 -0001, Development Review (DR) 22 - 0002 and an update to the approved Conditional Use Permit (CUP) 19-005 (now CUP 22-0004) is proposed by applicant Life Time to allow the construction of a 30,500 square foot recreational club and amenities in the Open Space-Recreation (OS-R) land use district of The Farm in Poway Specific Plan (Project);
WHEREAS, Chapter 17. 47.090 of Title 17 (Zoning Development Code) of the Poway Municipal Code (PMC) and the TFI PSP itself provides the requirements for the amendment of Specific Plans, and the TFIPSP in particular;
WHEREAS, to accommodate the Project, amendment to the OS-R zoning district of the TFIPSP is required with the introduction of a new OS-R Overlay District (The Club Overlay District) that contains development regulations applicable
only to the subject 6.87-acres property , as
applicable only to the Club parcel in TFIPSP as well as amendments to other associated chapters of the TFIPSP;
WHEREAS, all of the proposed amendments to the TFI PSP are shown in strike out and underline in Exhibit 1 hereto;
WHEREAS, concurrent with the approval of this Ordinance, the City Council approved DR 22-0001 and an amendment to the approved CUP 19 -005 (now CUP 22 -0004) pursuant to Resolution No. 24- 052, which are also necessary to allow development and operation of the Project;
WHEREAS, concurrent with the approval of this Ordinance, the City Council approved an Addendum to the TFIPSP FEIR (Addendum) pursuant to Resolution No. 24-051, which concludes that the Project would be not result in any new or increased significant impacts on the environment not already analyzed in, and fully covered by, the TFI PSP FEIR, and otherwise determined that the Project would not result in any other circumstances set forth in CEQA Guidelines section 15162(a) that would allow or necessitate the preparation of a subsequent or supplemental EIR;
ATTACHMENT A
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WHEREAS, as required by and pursuant to the TFIPSP, the PMC and City Ordinance No. 283 (Proposition FF), this Ordinance and SPA 22-0001 is not effective unless approved by a vote of the people of Poway;
WHEREAS, the approval of this Ordinance does not necessarily indicate that the City Council supports the Project, but rather may be the result of the City Council’s desire to allow the people of the City of Poway to decide whether or not the Project should proceed;
WHEREAS, on July 16, 2024, the City Council held a duly advertised public hearing to solicit comments from the public, both in favor and against, relative to this matter; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has read and considered the agenda report for the proposed project and has considered other evidence presented at the public hearing.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POWAY DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1:
T he above recitations are true and correct, and incorporated herein by referenced as if fully set forth herein.
SECTION 2: The Project would not result in any new or increased significant impacts on the environment not already analyzed in, and fully covered by, the TFI PSP FEIR, nor would it result in any other circumstances set forth in CEQA Guidelines section 15162(a), for all the reasons set forth in the Addendum and the remainder of the administrative record.
SECTION 3: The Ci
ty Council hereby approves this Ordinance, thereby approving and adopting the requested SPA, resulting in the amendments to the TF IPSP shown in Exhibit 1 hereto, subject to ratification by a majority vote of the people of Poway at the November 5, 2024 election. Removals from the existing version of the TF IPSP are indicated in Exhibit 1 with strikethroughs, and additions are indicated with underline.
SECTION 4: The appl
icant shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City, its agents, officers, and employees from any and all claims, actions, proceedings, damages, judgments, or costs, including reasonable attorney's fees, collectively the "Claims" against the City or its agents, officers, or employees, relating to the approval of any aspect of the Project approval set forth in this Ordinance, including, but not limited to, any action to attack, set aside, void, challenge, or annul this Ordinance or any other associated development approval (including but not limited to SPA 22-0001, DR 22-0002, CUP 22-0004), or any environmental document or decision made pursuant to CEQA, specifically including the City Council’s approval of the Addendum. The applicant’s indemnification obligations also extend to any action to attack, set aside, void, challenge, or annul any portion of the ballot materials, ballot question, impartial analysis, arguments and rebuttals in favor of the Project, and any other challenge related in any way to the November 5, 2024 ballot measure concerning the Project approved by this Ordinance.
The City may elect to conduct its own defense, participate in its own defense, or obtain independent legal counsel in defense of any claim related to this indemnification. In the event of such election, applicant shall pay all of the costs related thereto, including without limitation reasonable attorney's fees and costs. In the event of a disagreement between the City and applicant regarding litigation issues, the City shall have the authority to control the litigation and make litigation-related decisions, including, but not limited to, settlement or other disposition of the matter. However, the applicant shall not be required to pay or perform any settlement unless 4 of 110
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such settlement is approved by applicant. Notwithstanding the foregoing, no indemnity shall be required for claims resulting from the exclusive gross negligence or willful misconduct of the City.
SECTION 5: Severability. If any section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance or its application to any person or circumstance, is for any reason held to be invalid or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity or unenforceability shall not affect the validity or enforceability of the remaining sections, subsections, subdivisions, paragraphs, sentences, clauses or phrases of this ordinance, or its application to any other person or circumstance. The City Council declares that it would have adopted each section subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase hereof, irrespective of the fact of any one or more sections, subsections, subdivisions, paragraphs, sentences, clauses or phrases hereof be declared invalid or unenforceable.
SECTION 6: Thi s Ordinance shall be codified.
SECTION 7: The Pr
oject applicant shall reimburse the City for all costs incurred relating to placing this Ordinance on the November 5, 2024 ballot.
EFFEC
TIVE DATE: This Ordinance shall take effect and be in force immediately following the certification of a majority vote of the people of the City of Poway approving this Ordinance at the November 5, 2024 election.
CERTIFICATION/PUBLICATION: T he City Clerk shall certify the adoption of this Ordinance and cause it or a summary of it, to be published with the names of the City Council members voting for and against the same in the Poway News Chieftain, a newspaper of general circulation in the City of Poway within fifteen (15) days after its adoption and shall post a certified copy of this Ordinance in the Office of the City Clerk in accordance with Government Code § 36933.
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Ordinance No. 870
INTRODUCED AND FIRST READ at a r egular meeting of the City Council of the City of Poway, California, held the 16th day of July, 2024, and thereafter
PASSED AND ADOPTED at a r egular meeting of said City Council held the 6th day of August, 2024, by the following vote, to wit:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAINED:
ABSENT:
DISQUALIFIED:
________________________________
Steve Vaus, Mayor
ATTEST:
____________________________________
Carrie Gallagher, CMC, City Clerk
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The Farm in Poway
Specific Plan, June 16, 2020 3-1
Chapter Three
LAND USE & REGULATIONS
3.0 Introduction
Land uses are organized to optimize compatibility with the existing single-family homes and maintain the scenic character of the StoneRidge neighborhood.
Residential lots of similar size are clustered within the site and separated by large open space areas to define new neighborhoods and maintain view corridors through the Specific Plan area. A landscape open space easement along Espola Road is accompanied by adjacent permanent open space areas, landscaping, and a meandering trail to preserve the scenic qualities of the roadway corridor.
Large open spaces may be planted with crops, flowers, orchards, or similar agriculture adjacent or may be planted with naturalized vegetation to support the rural design theme. Finally, large setback requirements, performance standards, and other development regulations for certain agricultural, social, recreational, and educational uses within open space areas are designed to protect the privacy and quality of life for existing residents.
3.1 Land Use Map and Summary
EXHIBIT 1
Ordinance No. 870
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Land uses within the Specific Plan consist of open space and various residential uses as summarized in Table 3.1: Land Use Summary and Exhibit 3.1: Land Use Plan, which describe the distribution and maximum development intensity of uses as permitted by the Specific Plan.
Table 3.1: Land Use Summary
Use/Land Use2
Approx.
Net Area in
Acres (AC)
Percent of
Planning
Area
(%)
Maximum
Number of
Dwelling Units
(DU)
Residential
Density
(DU/AC)
Max. Non-
Residential
Building Area in
Square Feet (SF)
Private Streets 12.96 11.1% NA NA NA
Open Space (OS) Land Use Districts
Conservation OS (OS-
C)3
55.72 47.5% NA NA NA
Recreational OS (OS-R)2
(Excludes The Club Property)
14.65 7.75
12.5%
6.6%
NA NA 30,000
23,200
Recreational OS (OS-R)
(The Club Property only)
6.90 5.9% NA NA 30,5005
Total Open Space 70.37 60.0% NA NA 30,000
Residential (R) Land Use Districts
R-Twin (R-T) 2.05 1.7% 22 10.7 NA
R-Cottage (R-C) 16.71 14,3% 90 5.4 NA
R-Garden (R-G) 2.78 2.4% 13 4.7 NA
R-Homesteads (R-H) 8.00 6.8% 20 2.5 NA
R-Meadows (R-M) 4.31 3.7% 15 3.5 NA
Total Residential 33.85 28.9% 160 4.7
Specific Plan Area Total1 117.18 100% 160 1.4 30,000
53,700
1. Statistics are based upon preliminary design and may vary slightly from Development Plan, Tentative Map, and/or Final Map.
Please refer to Section 8.3.6 regarding substantial conformance.
2. The mix of uses within the Specific Plan area shal l not exceed 2,524 3,037 New Net Average Daily Trips using rates specified in SANDAG’s (Not So) Brief Guide of Vehicular Traffic Generation Rates for the San Diego Region, April 2002 and applying SANDAG’s internal trip capture rate.
3. Permitted GSF excludes any accessory structures such as sheds, greenhouses, restrooms or similar that are ancillary to a community garden or agricultural use as defined in Section 3.2.2.B. A maximum of 15 percent of the total area of the open OS-C zone can include accessory structures and impervious surfaces.
Such structures shall be separated by a minimum 50 feet.
4. Pursuant to State Law, local governments cannot preclude an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) or a Junior Accessory Dwelling Units (JADU). An ADU and JADU is an accessory use for the purposes of counting allowable density under general plan and zoning and is therefore not counted as an additional unit. An ADU and JADU shall be permissible in accordance with the PMC or, if the locally adopted ordinance is void, the State Government Code. Please see Section 3.3.2.G. for more about ADUs.
5. Building Area Square footage shall no t include Non-Enclosed Roofed-Over Area Structures at The Club. For The Club, a Non-Enclosed Roofed-Over Area Structure is defined as a structure where at least two sides of the structure remain open to the outdoors, including but not limited to a pavilion, cabana, trellis, roof, or shade structure. Openings of Non-Enclosed Roofed-Over Area shall be permitted to be enclosed with insect screening.
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The Farm in Poway Spe
cific Plan, June 16, 2020 3-3
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Specific Plan Area Boundary
Landscape Open Space Easement
125-foot SDCWA Right-of-Way
Open Space Land Use Distr icts:
[:=J Conservation Open Space (OS-C)
[:=J Recreational Open Space (OS-R)
Residential Land Use Distr icts:
l:=J Residential - Twin (R-T)
l:=J Residential - Cottage (R-C)
[:=J Residential - Garden (R-G)
[:=J Residential - Homestead (R-H)
l:=J Residential - Meadow (R-M)
3-4 The Farm in Poway Specific Plan, June 16, 2020
Exhibit 3.1: Land Use Plan
3.2 Open Space Land Use Regulations
Two Open Space land use districts support the development of the rural master planned community envisioned by the Specific Plan and include the following purpose and intent:
• Open Space – Conservation (OS-C) is designed to permanently preserve the open space amenities that provide the rural setting for the existing neighborhood and a new residential master planned community. These open space areas serve as a physical and visual buffer between existing residential uses and new residential development, maintaining neighbor’s privacy and providing the visual backdrop for the new community. Parcels designated as OS-C may be planted with landscaping, agriculture or naturalized open space areas.
• The Open Space – Recreation (OS-R) is intended to replace the recreational amenities once provided by the golf course to support new and existing residential uses within and around the Specific Plan area. Recreational amenities include social, recreational, and educational uses that support healthy and active lifestyles, promote lifelong learning and community education, and encourage ecological stewardship.
Parcels designated as OS-C and OS-R shall be deed-restricted to ensure that future development is restricted to that specified in the Open Space Land Use Regulations
in perpetuity.
3.2.1 Permissible Open Space Uses
Permissible uses within the open space land use districts are listed in Table 3.2:
Permissible Open Space Uses.
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Table 3.2: Permissible Open Space Uses
Use OS-C OS-R OS-R
(The
Club)
Additional Requirements
Additional Requirements for
The Club are found in Section
5.1.5 Agricultural Amenities
Agricultural and Horticulture (Excluding Cannabis)
as defined by this Specific Plan
P P X See Section 3.2.3.A
Barns, greenhouses, and similar accessory
structures ancillary to agriculture, horticulture and
gardening uses*
P P X See Section 3.2.2.B
Beekeeping – one to three beehives* X X X
Beekeeping – four or more beehives* X X X
Butterfly Vivarium* X P X
Christmas tree, Halloween pumpkin, other sales
events ancillary to agriculture, horticulture and
gardening, and other holiday events*
T T T See Section 3.2.3.B and
See Section 3.2.3.F
Cultivation, delivery or sale of cannabis or
cannabis products
X X X
Farm stand, farmers market, and/or incidental
sales of plants or produce generated within the
Specific Plan area*
P P P See Section 3.2.3.F
Nursery (indoor and/or outdoor)* C C X PMC
Specialty and community gardens P P X See Section 3.2.3.A Recreational Amenities
Athletic field/Recreational court - no lighting* X P P See Section 3.2.3.D Athletic field/Recreational court - lighting* X M M See Section 3.2.3.D Dog park* X C1 C1 See Section 3.2.3.C
Open play fields and parks* X C C
Picnic Pavilions* P P P
Playgrounds and Tot-lot C C1 C1
Recreational clubs including, but not limited to,
swim, tennis, and fitness*
X P P
Trail amenities, such as lighting, peeler pole
fencing, benches, signage, exercise stations,
P P P
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kiosks and similar
Trails for walking, biking and equestrian uses P P P See Chapter 4 Educational Amenities
Childcare Center (other than Family Day Care
home)*
X C C PMC
Classrooms or similar educational facilities to be
used for community education*
X P P
Sales ancillary to an educational use* X P P See Section 3.2.3.F (Continued on Next Page)
Table 3.2: Permissible Uses (Continued)
Use OS-C OS-R OS-R
(The Club)
Additional Requirements
Social Amenities
Community buildings such as clubhouses, event
barns, community offices, or similar common
amenity spaces*
X P P See Section 3.2.3.B for
events
Food Trucks* X P P See Section 3.2.3 E
Outdoor fitness equipment for public use* P P P
Outdoor kitchen ancillary to a community garden* P P P
Outdoor performance space and regular events
such as weddings, outdoor performances, and
charity events*
X C1 C1 See Section 3.2.3.B for
events
Outdoor Performances and special events not
permitted by Conditional Use Permit
X T T See Section 3.2.3.B for
events
Parking lots and loading areas P P P See Section 3.5.3 and PMC
Restaurants, cafes, brew pubs, wine bars, tasting
rooms and similar uses including outdoor uses, but
excluding manufacturing uses with air emissions or
odors*
X C1 C1 See Section 3.2.3.B for
events
Sale or Consumption of Alcohol (Marijuana related
uses prohibited)
X C C PMC
Small Supportive Retail such as a day spa, flower
shop, art supply store, dance studio or bakery with
optional outdoor sales and displays*
X C C See Section 3.2.3.F
Other
Art such as murals and sculptures* P P P See Section 3.2.3.G Accessory Buildings (including restrooms)* P P P See Section 3.2.2.B Bed and breakfast, boutique inn, farm stay or
similar small-scale hospitality use
X C C PMC
Above Ground Utilities including Stealth
telecommunication facilities
X C C See Section 3.9
Satellite Dish Antennas* X P P PMC
Temporary trailers, and offices* T T T See Section 3.4
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Water quality features P P P See Section 7.1
Fencing and screening other than trail fencing** C P P See Sections 3.8 and 5.5 Other uses that the City Council may determine to
be compatible and substantially in conformance
with the goals and objectives of this Specific Plan*
C C C
* = Not Permitted within 50 feet of the Specific Plan area boundary or Espola Road ** = Not Permitted within 50 feet of Espola Road
P = Permitted by Right
C = Conditionally Permitted (CUP required)
M = Conditionally Permitted (Minor CUP required)
X = Not Permitted
PMC = Must meet regulations in the Poway Municipal Code T = Temporary Use Permit
1 = A minimum of 4,000 square feet, including outdoor seating, shall be devoted to each of these land uses.
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3.2.2 Open Space Development Standards
Development standards for both Open Space Land Use Districts are specified in Table 3.3: Development Standards by Open Space Land Use District. These standards apply to all primary and accessory buildings that require a building permit or that exceed six feet in height. Parking regulations are provided in Section 3.5. Wall and fence standards are provided in Section 3.8.
Table 3.3: Development Standards by
Open Space Land Use District
OS-C OS-R
Minimum Building Setbacks
1 To Specific Plan Area Boundary 50 feet 50 feet
To Espola Road 50 feet 50 feet
To Private Drive 10 feet 10 feet
To any other Property Line 10 feet 10 feet
To Adjacent Building (Main or
Accessory)
50 feet 10 feet
Maximum Building Height2 35 feet 35 feet
Maximum Coverage3 15% 70%
Minimum Landscape Area 50% 15%
1. See Section 3.2.2.A for Permitted Deviations.
2. Exceptions may be made for thematic elements such as windmills, water towers, silos, and similar that are intended to convey the rural design theme of the community.
3. Includes all buildings, accessory buildings, and structures, except monument signs, peeler pole fences and pedestrian scale lighting.
A. Permitted Deviations
The following deviations are permitted:
(1) Parking shall be permitted within minimum building setback areas. (2) Thematic structures such as windmills, silos, or similar and architectural appurtenances such as towers, cupolas, or similar may exceed the maximum building height of 35 feet. Proposals for such deviations, however, shall be evaluated through the development review application process on a case- by-case basis so that architectural compatibility and appropriate building scale is achieved and maintained.
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(3) Except in the Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone (VHFHSZ), porches, steps, architectural features such as eaves, awnings, chimneys, and balconies, stairways, wing walls and/or bay windows may project not more than four feet into any required private drive, property line, or adjacent buildings setback area. In no instance shall such encroachment project into Specific Plan area Boundary or Espola Road setback areas. (4) Swimming pools or spas, including mechanical equipment, diving boards, slides and similar devices, shall be located a minimum of three feet from the main residence on the lot and at least five feet from the property line and shall comply with all fencing requirements of the Section 3.8. In no instances shall swimming pools or spas be located within the front or street side yard setback
B. Accessory Open Space Buildings and Structures
Accessory buildings and structures (attached or detached) include any structure ancillary to the primary use that requires a building permit or is over six feet in height. Accessory buildings and structures (attached or detached) within the open space districts shall meet all the setback, height, lot coverage, and other development standards for location of structures, except as provided herein. (1) Accessory buildings and structures such as sheds, vertical gardens, greenhouses, farm stands, sheds and similar are not permitted within 50 feet of the Specific Plan area boundary or Espola Road right-of-way. (2) Hoop houses or other fabric-based shelters, planting beds, and vertical planting structures that are not required to obtain a building permit and are less than six feet in height, shall not be considered accessory buildings.
Hoop houses or other fabric-based shelters shall be securely attached to the ground.
(3) Except for uses ancillary to agricultural uses or community gardens (e.g., vertical garden, green house, farm stand), individual accessory structures shall have a maximum floor area of up to 600 square feet and shall be subject to the maximum lot coverage standards of the applicable land use district.
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(4) Canopies, patios, and breezeways attached to the main building or connecting the main building with a detached accessory building, may extend into a required rear or interior side yard provided that portions of such structures extending into the yard:
- Shall not exceed 16 feet in height or project closer than five feet to any property line.
- Shall not project closer than 50 feet to the Specific Plan area boundary or closer than 50 to the Espola Road right-of-way.
- Shall be entirely open on at least three sides for patios and canopies except for necessary supporting columns. A roof connecting a main building and an accessory building shall be open on two sides. (5) Other Structures. Porches, steps, architectural features, such as eaves, awnings, chimneys, balconies, stairways, wing walls, or bay windows may project not more than four feet into any required setback, but no less than five feet
from every property line, and may not project closer than 50 feet to the Specific Plan area boundary or closer than 50 to the Espola Road right-of-way.
Accessory
Structures include
structures over six
feet in height such
as sheds (Top left)
and greenhouses
(Top right). Planting
beds (Bottom left)
and hoop houses
less than six feet in
height (bottom right)
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3.2.3 Additional Open Space Standards
The following standards are provided to ensure that maintenance and operation of all open space uses remains compatible with surrounding residential uses:
(1) All buildings, including accessory structures, shall maintain adequate fire access as approved by the City of Poway Fire Department and shall be designed to current building and fire code standards. See Section 3.12 for additional fire regulations.
(2) The northerly portion of the Specific Plan area is located within the VHFHSZ. Please refer to Section 7.8 to determine the areas located within the VHFHSZ and Section 3.12 for additional regulations that govern proposed uses within this zone.
(3) A minimum of two toilets and two wash basins are required to be provided for all buildings and facilities accessible by the public. Additional toilets and wash basins may be required for larger buildings and facilities based on the number of people expected to use them.
(4) Hours of operation of any use or activity shall be restricted to between sunrise to 10:00 p.m. weekdays, weekends, and holidays unless otherwise specified herein. Any exceptions to these time limits with regard to special events shall be subject to a temporary use permit granted by the Director of Development Services.
(5) All gambling and the sale and consumption of illegal drugs on-site is strictly prohibited. The sale, manufacturing, delivery and cultivation of marijuana and cannabis products shall be prohibited.
(6) The noise level emanating from any use or activity shall not exceed 60 dBA CNEL, as the acceptable outdoor noise exposure level when measured at the exterior boundaries of the Specific Plan area unless otherwise specified herein. This may be achieved through the construction of sound attenuation barriers based upon an approved noise study. (7) No use shall be permitted which creates offensive odor in such quantities as to be readily detectable beyond the boundaries of any proposed parcel or the exterior boundaries of the Specific Plan area.
(8) There shall be no emission on any site, for more than one minute in any hour, of air contaminants which, at the emission point or within a Ordinance No. 870
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reasonable distance of the emission point, are as dark or darker in shade as that designated as No. 1 on the Ringelmann Chart as published in the United States Bureau of Mines Information Circular 7718.
A. Agricultural, Horticulture, and Gardening
Agriculture and horticulture uses shall include the cultivation and harvesting of fruits, vegetables, herbs, grain, fibers, flowers, ornamental, and nursery plant materials (except Cannabis) for wholesale or retail sales and/or crop sharing.
Cultivation, delivery, and sales of Cannabis and Cannabis products is prohibited.
Plants may be grown on open field, in planting beds, in vertical structures, greenhouses, in aquaponic ponds, or in other similar configurations. All agricultural uses shall comply with the applicable permits and regulations enforced by the California Department of Agriculture and County of San Diego Department of Agriculture.
(1) Although organic and biodynamic farming practices are preferred, limited use of pesticides may be permitted when other Integrated Pest Management methods have proven to be ineffective. All chemical use shall be in compliance with the applicable permits and regulations enforced by the California Department of Agriculture and County of San Diego Department of Agriculture, which regulates the types of chemicals and methods of application that are permitted based upon the proximity to residential and other sensitive receptors.
(2) Except as provided in PMC Section 8.08.170(E), the use of equipment and machinery shall not take place between the hours of 5:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m., except when such operations and/or equipment are utilized for the protection or salvage of agricultural crops during periods of potential or actual frost damage or other adverse weather conditions. Any exceptions to these time limits with regard to special events or harvesting shall be subject to a temporary use permit granted by the Director of Development Services.
(3) All equipment and machinery powered by internal-combustion engines shall be in compliance with the Noise Ordinance (PMC Chapter 8.08). (4) All cultivation and production areas, including all buildings and structures, shall maintain adequate fire access as approved by the City of Poway Fire Department and shall be designed to current building and fire code standards. See Section 3.12 for additional fire regulations.
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(5) Activities shall not create odor, litter, fugitive dust, standing water or similar nuisance to neighboring properties or result in the propagation of insects, rodents, birds, or other pests onto neighboring properties. (6) See Section 3.2.2.B for standards applying to open space accessory buildings and structures.
B. Events
Events are considered venues that exceed 50 total persons. Venues 50 total persons or less, except as permitted otherwise by building occupancy, are permitted throughout the Specific Plan area, provided the event complies with the Noise Ordinance (PMC Chapter 8.08).
Regular Events
Regular Events include, but are not limited to, weddings or similar large parties, theatrical performances, farmers markets, art exhibits, craft fairs, food festivals, charitable events, and similar that exceed 50 total persons and shall meet all of the following criteria:
• The event does not exceed 300 residents, guests, visitors, and on-site support staff that host the event in progress.
• The event occurs outside of peak traffic hours, i.e. the hours of 6 a.m. and 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. on any weekday except holidays. • The event duration does not exceed a cumulative total of three hours. • The sale or consumption of alcohol is permitted with appropriate State Licenses.
• The sale or consumption of marijuana or cannabis products is prohibited. • The aggregate sounds level from live (acoustic) or amplified music does not exceed the maximum total weighted decibel (dBA) at a distance of 10 feet as specified in Table 3.4: Event Sound Levels.
Table 3.4: Event Sound Levels
Venue Location and Time of
Regular Event
(up to 3 hours duration)
Maximum Total A-weighted Decibel
(dBA) at a Distance of 10 feet1
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Event Barn + The Social
Daytime (8 am – 7 pm) 103
Evening (7 pm – 10 pm) 98
The Meadow (Amphitheater)
Daytime (9am – 3 pm) 97
Evening (7 pm – 10 pm) 92
1. If speakers are positioned to distribute amplified sound, they must be positioned in such a manner that linear occlusion occurs between the speaker and the nearest residential receptors outside of the Specific Plan area.
Special Events
Any event that is not considered to be a Regular Event shall be considered a “Special Event” and requires a Temporary Use Permit with Community Association and City approval. At the discretion of the City of Poway, the Temporary Use Permit application may require the approval of a predictive sound propagation analysis prepared by a qualified acoustician to identify recommended noise control and sound abatement implementation measures in accordance with the approved Farm in Poway EIR.
C. Dog Parks
Dog parks shall comply with the following standards:
(1) Dog parks shall not be permitted within 50 feet of the Specific Plan area boundary or Espola Road.
(2) All pet waste shall be discarded in an appropriate manner on a regular basis so as to control flies and odor. On-site, waste stations and signage that provide bags, receptacles, instructions, and a statement of each pet owner’s responsibilities for the proper collection and disposal of pet waste shall be provided.
(3) Noise shall be sound attenuated so that the noise level measured at the exterior boundaries of the Specific Plan area does not exceed 60 dBA CNEL.
(4) Play areas for large and medium animals (25 pounds and larger) shall be separated from play areas for small animals (under 25 pounds). (5) Fencing with a minimum height of five feet shall be provided around all off- leash play areas. Fencing shall be consistent in style, material, and color Ordinance No. 870
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as other community fencing as described in Chapter 5: Open Space and Community Design.
(6) Water stations shall be provided.
D. Recreational Courts
Recreational courts shall comply with PMC Chapter 17.30, except as follows:
(1) Recreational courts and any associated lighting are not permitted within 50 feet of the Specific Plan area boundary or Espola Road. All recreational courts shall be setback a minimum of 10 feet from all other property lines. (2) A maximum of eight light posts (16 lights) per court are permitted, height not to exceed 18 feet. All lights and light fixtures shall be certified by the installation contractor as follows:
- All lighting shall be designed, constructed, mounted, and maintained such that the light source is cut off when viewed from any point above five feet as measured at a distance of 10 feet from the edge of the court.
- All lighting shall be designed, constructed, and mounted with light shields installed and maintained such that the maximum illumination intensity measured at the property line shall not exceed one-half foot- candle above ambient light levels.
- Lighting shall only be used between 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. - Light fixtures shall be restricted to 500-watt Light Emitting Diode (LED), or other equivalent energy efficient outdoor light fixture with a correlated color temperature (CCT) of 3,000 Kelvin or less. (3) Noise Attenuating Landscaping, including trees 1 per 15 feet, shall be Ordinance No. 870
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installed along the fence of a recreational court when adjacent to open space or properties zoned for residential use to the satisfaction of the Director of Development Services.
E. Food Trucks
Mobile food trucks are motorized vehicles from which food or drink (prepared on- site or pre-packaged) is sold or served to the general public, whether consumed on-site or elsewhere. The operation of mobile food trucks is permitted within the OS-R zone, subject to the following requirements:
(1) All mobile food vendors shall comply with the California Vehicle Code and California Health and Safety Code.
(2) Mobile food truck operators shall obtain a Health Permit from the County of San Diego (San Diego County Code - Title 6, Division 1). (3) Mobile food truck operators shall maintain a valid business tax certificate issued by the City. (Non-profits are exempt).
(4) Community Association authorization is required for any mobile food truck activity.
(5) Hours of operation shall be no earlier than 7:00 a.m. and no later than 10:00 p.m.
(6) Any mobile food truck operations that would result in the assembly of 75 people or more shall be considered an “Event” subject to the applicable requirements of Section 3.2.3.B.
(7) Mobile food truck operations shall not be permitted on private streets, Ordinance No. 870
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common access roads, or emergency vehicle access areas. Mobile food vendors shall not operate in an unsafe manner, including but not limited to impeding on- or off-site vehicle circulation and obstructing the view of pedestrians by motorists.
(8) Mobile food truck operation shall not include or encumber any parking spaces that are reserved for accessible use.
(9) A mobile food truck may utilize an electrical connection to maintain power as needed to maintain food storage in accordance with the California Retail Food Code health standards. However, the connection shall be made in a manner that does not create a trip hazard or other public safety hazard.
(10) No sales or service of alcohol shall be allowed by mobile food trucks unless permitted by State ABC License.
(11) Mobile food vendors and ice cream trucks may not be parked or stored within the Specific Plan area when not in service. Overnight parking is not permitted.
(12) Generators shall comply with the City Noise Ordinance.
F. Outdoor Displays
Outdoor displays of merchandise such as produce, flowers, plants, artwork, crafts, and similar are permitted within the OS-R for sales ancillary to a primary use. All outdoor displays shall comply the following:
(1) Outdoor displays shall not be permitted within 50 feet of the Espola Road right-of-way.
(2) The design and location of all outdoor displays shall be subject to Community Association approval and shall be subject to the community’s Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&Rs).
(3) Outdoor displays shall be located on the same portion of the site as the primary use, with the exception of farm stands, which may occur off-site. (4) Space occupied by any outdoor display shall not interfere with automobile or pedestrian circulation; impede vehicular sight distance as determined by the City Traffic Engineer; or obscure or interfere with any official notice or public safety sign or device.
(5) The maximum height shall not exceed five feet above adjacent finished Ordinance No. 870
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grade. The Community Association shall retain the ability to limit display height and area.
(6) The outdoor display shall be continuously maintained in a state of order, security, safety, and repair. The display surface shall be kept clean, neatly painted, and free of rust, corrosion, protruding tacks, nails and/or wires.
Any cracked, broken surfaces, or other unmaintained or damaged portion of a display shall be repaired or replaced or removed within seven days of notification by the City or Community Association.
(7) Display merchandise and products shall be limited to those normally associated with the primary use and shall not be in disrepair or visually unattractive.
(8) All outdoor displays shall be tasteful and assist in creating a high-quality environment. No display shall contain obscene, indecent, or immoral matter.
(9) Display areas shall not be detrimental to the public health, safety or welfare or causes a public nuisance.
(10) The outdoor display shall comply with all requirements of the Building Code and Fire Code.
(11) The outdoor display of the following goods and merchandise is prohibited:
Junk, adult materials as described in PMC 17.38.020(2), tobacco or cannabis products, firearms, Hazardous materials other than propane exchange units for barbecues.
G. Public Art
Public Art may include any work of art that is designed for and located in a space for the enjoyment of the general public. Such works of art may be permanent or temporary and may include, but are not limited to, monuments, sculptures, murals, paintings, stained glass, mosaics, tapestries, earthworks, or similar.
Public Art may be freestanding or integrated into architecture or landscaping.
Public art is encouraged in locations that experience high levels of pedestrian activity or in gathering spaces to enrich the pedestrian experience, activate public spaces, and further covey high quality design within of the Specific Plan area.
Public Art within the Specific Plan area shall adhere to the following:
(1) Public Art shall support or complement the overall Vison and Objectives of the Specific Plan.
(2) Artworks shall not obstruct windows, doors, entryways, sidewalks, or other pedestrian circulation routes, unless such alteration is specifically a part of Ordinance No. 870
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the experience or design of the artwork. In no instance shall artwork prevent emergency ingress and egress of any building or the Specific Plan area nor shall it obstruct any accessible route.
(3) Public Art shall not be placed where it creates a "blind" spot where illegal activity can take place.
(4) Maintenance of Public Art shall be the responsibility of the property owner.
Measures shall be taken to remediate rust, damage, ware, vandalism, and similar. Artwork shall remain in good condition such that it does not detract from the overall aesthetic of the Specific Plan area.
3.3 Residential Land Use Regulations
Five Residential land use districts allow for the development of a range of residential homes of varying configurations and sizes and include the following purpose and intent:
• Residential Twin (R-T) consists of two single-family attached homes adjoined along a common property line.
• Residential Cottage (R-C) includes a group of two to four single-family homes grouped together around a shared motor court. Similar to traditional farmsteads, these consist of an enclave of buildings that are designed to relate to one another. Residential Farmsteads offer a unique opportunity to create a neighborhood within a neighborhood.
• Residential Garden (R-G) includes traditional single-family homes that take direct access from a private street.
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• Residential Homesteads (R-H) are single-family homes located within the VHFHSZ. As such, they maintain significantly larger building separation that resembles those found on rural Homesteads.
• Residential Meadows (R-M) are large single-family homes situated on traditional lots with conventional setbacks.
All residential properties shall be deed restricted to prevent any future increase in residential density in perpetuity.
3.3.1 Permissible Residential Uses
Permissible uses within each residential land use districts are listed in Table 3.5:
Permissible Residential Uses.
Table 3.5: Permissible Residential Uses
Use R-T R-C, R-F,
R-H, R-E
Additional
Requirements
Accessory Buildings* P P See Section 3.3.2.G
Accessory Dwelling Unit
(ADU)
P P See Section 3.3.2.G
Semi-attached or Attached
Duplex
P X
Home Occupation H H PMC
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Keeping of animals P P PMC
Detached Single-family Home X P
Satellite Dish Antennas P P PMC
Temporary trailers, offices,
and associated uses
T T See Section 3.4
Utilities P P See Section 3.9
Water quality features P P See Section 7.1
Other uses that the City
Council may determine to be
compatible excluding
increased housing density
and multi-family homes
C C
P = Permitted by Right
C = Conditionally Permitted (CUP required)
M = Conditionally Permitted (Minor CUP required)
X = Not Permitted
PMC = Must meet regulations in the Poway Municipal Code H = Home Occupation Permit
3.3.2 Residential Development Standards
Development standards include minimum lot dimensions, minimum setbacks and building separation, maximum building height, and maximum lot coverage standards for each use. Standards vary between housing types to reflect the distinctive configuration of each type of home as well the unique conditions of the home’s location within the Specific Plan area.
A. Residential Twin (R-T)
Residential Twin homes consist of duplex units. Each unit is situated on its own lot and units are connected along a common interior property line.
Table 3.6: Lot Development Standards in R-T
Lot Dimensions
Cumulative Width of Two Lots
(Measured at setback)
70 feet Minimum
Lot Depth 100 feet Minimum
Building Setbacks1
Front - Garage Door Face to Private
Drive
20 feet Minimum
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Front - Living Area/Porch to Private
Drive
15 feet Minimum
Side - Building to Property Line 5 feet Minimum
Rear - Building to Property Line 15 feet Minimum
Second Story Floor Area Limit 70% of First Story Floor Area (Excluding Garage, combined for both
lots)
Building Height 2 Stories and 35 feet Maximum
Lot Coverage 75% Maximum
1. Please see Section 3.3.2.F for permitted encroachments.
Exhibit 3.2: Typical Lot - Residential Twin (R-T)
Not to Scale
B. Residential Garden (R-G)
Residential Garden homes are single-family homes that take direct access from a Private Street. The minimum lot width for Garden Homes is 70 feet.
Table 3.7: Lot Development Standards in R-G
Lot Dimensions
Lot Width
(Measured at setback)
70 feet Minimum
Lot Depth 100 feet Minimum
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Building Setbacks1
Front - Garage Door Face to Private
Drive
20 feet Minimum
Front - Living Area/Porch to Private
Drive
15 feet Minimum
Side - Building to Property Line 10 feet Minimum
Rear - Building to Property Line 20 feet Minimum
Second Story Floor Area Limit 70% of First Story Floor Area (Excluding Garage)
Building Height 2 Stories and 35 feet Maximum
Lot Coverage 65% Maximum
1. Please see Section 3.3.2.F for permitted encroachments.
Exhibit 3.3: Typical Lot - Residential Garden (R-G)
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C. Residential Cottage (R-C)
Residential Cottage homes consist of two to four single-family homes arranged around a common motor court space. Individual driveways and garages take access from the motor court.
Table 3.8: Lot Development Standards in R-C
Lot Dimensions
Ordinance No. 870
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Lot Width
78 feet Minimum
Lot Depth 85 feet Minimum
Building Setbacks (as illustrated in Exhibit
3.3)1
Building to Private Street/Interior Property
Line
10 feet Minimum
Garage Door to Motor Court 20 feet Minimum
Building to Motor Court 15 feet Minimum
Second Story Floor Area Limit 55% of First Story Floor Area (Excluding Garage)
Motor Court Width 24 feet Minimum
Building Height 2 Stories and 35 feet Maximum
Lot Coverage 70% Maximum
1. Please see Section 3.3.2.F for permitted encroachments.
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Exhibit 3.4: Typical Lot - Residential Cottage (R-C)
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D. Residential Homestead (R-H)
Residential Homestead lots consist of single-family homes that take direct Ordinance No. 870
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access from a Private Street and are located in the VHFHSZ.
Table 3.9: Lot Development Standards in R-H
Lot Dimensions
Lot Width (Measured at setback) 110 feet Minimum
Lot Depth 110 feet Minimum
Building Setbacks1
Front - Garage Door Face to Private
Drive
30 feet Minimum
Front - Living Area/Porch to Private Drive 25 feet Minimum Side - Building to Property Line 30 feet Minimum
Rear- Building to Property Line 30 feet Minimum, except for California Rooms as described in Section 3.3.2.G.
Side/Rear - Buildings to Top of Slope Structures 12 feet in height or less: 15 feet Minimum; Structures taller than 12 feet: 30 feet
Minimum
Second Story Floor Area Limit 70% of First Story Floor Area (Excluding Garage) Building Height2 2 Stories and 35 feet Maximum
Lot Coverage 50% Maximum
1. Please see Section 3.3.2.F for permitted encroachments.
2. Second story balconies facing the side and rear property lines for Lots 125 to 129, as indicated on the Civil Drawings approved June 16, 2020, are prohibited.
Exhibit 3.5: Typical Lot - Residential Homestead (R-H)
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E. Residential Meadow (R-M)
Ordinance No. 870
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10' California Room
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Residential Meadow homes are large single-family homes that take direct access from a Private Street.
Table 3.10: Lot Development Standards in R-M
Lot Dimensions
Lot Width (Measured at setback) 90 feet Minimum
Lot Depth 100 feet Minimum
Building Setbacks1
Front - Garage Door Face to Private Drive 25 feet Minimum Front - Living Area/Porch to Private Drive 15 feet Minimum Side - Building to Property Line 10 feet Minimum
Rear Yard - Building to Property Line 20 feet Minimum
Second Story Floor Area Limit 70% of First Story Floor Area (Excluding Garage)
Building Height Two Stories and 35 feet Maximum
Lot Coverage 70% Maximum
1. Please see Section 3.3.2.F for permitted encroachments.
Exhibit 3.6: Typical Lot - Residential Meadow (R-M)
Not to Scale
Ordinance No. 870
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Property
Line
Private Street
Max 70% of
First Floor Area
Encroachm ent
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F. Residential Encroachments
(1) Except within the VHFHSZ, Porches, steps, architectural features such as eaves, awnings, chimneys, and balconies, stairways, wing walls and/or bay windows may project not more than four feet into any required front or rear setback area, or into any required side setback area more than one-half of said required side setback.
(2) Swimming pools or spas, including mechanical equipment, diving boards, slides, and similar devices, shall be located a minimum of three feet from the main residence on the lot and at least five feet from the property line and shall comply with all fencing requirements of the PMC. In no instances shall swimming pools or spas be located within the front yard setback. (3) Please refer to Section 3.3.2.G for permitted accessory structure encroachments, including California Rooms.
G. Residential Accessory Buildings and Structures
Residential accessory buildings and structures include Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), California Rooms, and other accessory buildings and structures ancillary to the primary residence as described in the following sections.
Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)
Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units (JADUs) are permitted on all residential lots to provide opportunities for multi-generational living and rental units that fulfill the need for diverse and more affordable housing options in accordance with PMC Section 17.08.180(A).
California Rooms
California Rooms are transitional spaces that provide indoor-outdoor living space in a partially enclosed room. California Rooms often include a built-in fireplace, lighting, overhead fan, media cabinet, and/or similar features designed for relaxation and entertainment. Sliding or folding doors provide access to the home, which can be opened to make interior spaces feel larger and more connected to the rear yard. California rooms are attached to the home and are usually integrated into the floor plan and roof plan for the home. All California Rooms shall meet the following requirements, unless otherwise approved by the Director of Development Services:
(1) A minimum of 50 percent of the California Room’s walls shall remain open or include operable doors or windows that open to the rear or side yard.
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(2) California Rooms may extend into rear yard setbacks up to 10 feet but shall maintain a minimum 10-foot rear yard setback (20 feet in the R-H District), except that no encroachment is permitted within the VHFHSZ where lots abut an existing residential lot.
(3) Second story living above the California Room shall adhere to the setback requirements of the primary building.
Other Residential Accessory Buildings & Structures
Detached non-habitable accessory buildings are permitted in all residential land use districts, except in the VHFHSZ. Detached non-habitable accessory buildings shall comply with the following:
(1) Detached buildings with a projected roof area less than 120 square feet may be located anywhere on a single-family residential lot, except within the front and street side yard areas, provided the eaves do not overhang the adjacent property. These buildings shall not exceed eight feet in height.
(2) Detached non-habitable accessory building shall not be greater than 50 percent of the gross floor area of the living space of the main residence on the lot or 1,500 square feet, whichever is less.
(3) A detached non-habitable accessory building shall meet all of the required setbacks, height, and lot coverage requirements of the land use district, except that a building that is no taller than 16 feet in one story may be allowed to encroach into the required rear and interior side yard setbacks as follows, provided the overall lot coverage is not exceeded:
- Rear Yard Setback: Located no closer than five feet from the rear property line, and at least 10 feet from the main residence or other detached accessory building.
- Interior Side Yard Setback: Located no closer than five feet from the interior side property line, and at least 10 feet from the main residence or other detached accessory building and within the rear yard area only.
(4) A deed restriction stating that the accessory building will not be rented or leased as a separate unit, and no kitchen facilities will be installed, may be required to be recorded with the County Recorder.
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(5) Canopies, patio covers, carports, breezeways, and other similar accessory buildings and structures as determined by the Director of Development Services, which are attached to the main residence or connecting the main residence with a detached accessory building, may extend into a required rear or interior side yard; provided, that portions of such structures extending into the yard comply with all of the following:
- Height shall not exceed 16 feet.
- Buildings and structures shall be located at least five feet from an interior side yard and at least 10 feet from the rear lot line. - B uildings and structures shall be entirely open on at least three sides except for necessary supporting columns. A roof connecting a main residence and an accessory building, such as a breezeway, shall be open on two sides.
- Eaves may project one-half the distance into the required side yard setback.
3.3.3 Residential Performance Standards
The noise level emanating from any residential use or operation within the Residential (R) Land Use Districts shall not exceed 70 dBA CNEL as the acceptable outdoor noise exposure level when measured at the property line.
The interior noise levels shall not exceed 45 dBA CNEL for all residential uses.
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3.4 Temporary Uses
The following temporary uses are permitted throughout the Specific Plan area:
(1) Religious, patriotic, historic, holiday, or similar displays or exhibits are permitted on a temporary basis within residential front yards or within the OS-R land use district in accordance with the PMC.
(2) Contractors’ offices and storage yards on the site of an active construction project for a period not to exceed one year. Time extension applications may be considered in conjunction with the presence of an active building permit or other related construction permit for the project. (3) Prior to initial sale of all residential lots, subdivision sales offices and model home complexes shall be permissible, subject to all of the following minimum requirements:
- A parking lot shall be provided with sufficient amount of parking spaces.
- Offices shall be allowed for a maximum of two years or until 90 percent of the homes within the subdivision are sold, whichever is less. Annual review for compliance with conditions of approval may be required.
- Faithful performance bonding in an amount appropriate to guarantee removal and/or conversion of the sales office and attendant facilities shall be required.
- Other conditions that the Director of Development Services deems necessary to assure that the sales office will not constitute a nuisance or be objectionable to the residential uses in the neighborhood. (4) Additional uses determined by the Director of Development Services to be consistent and comparable with permissible uses in the land use matrix.
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3.5 Parking Regulations
Parking regulations are intended to provide adequate parking with sufficient capacity to minimize impacts to residential streets, provide safe circulation to minimize traffic conflicts and promote public safety, and preserve an attractive visual character within and around the Specific Plan area. Parking shall meet the requirements of the PMC unless otherwise specified herein.
3.5.1 On-street Parking
As described in Chapter 4: Mobility, on-street parking is provided throughout the community to serve as additional guest parking for residents and overflow parking for recreational uses. The following regulations apply to on-street parking:
(1) Parallel parking spaces shall provide a minimum dimension of 8 x 22 feet. (2) Recreational vehicle and trailer parking are prohibited.
3.5.2 Residential Off-Street Parking
Off-street parking for residential uses shall be provided as follows:
(1) A minimum of two side-by-by side garage spaces are required. Additional garage spaces, when provided, may be provided in tandem configurations. Driveways and interiors of garages shall provide a minimum dimension of 20 x 20 feet.
(2) Uncovered spaces, excluding driveway spaces, shall maintain a minimum dimension of 18.5 x 9 feet.
(3) The maximum slope for any residential driveway shall be 20 percent. (4) Driveways and other paved areas available for vehicle parking shall not exceed more than 600 SF of the front yard area.
(5) Parking spaces shall provide a minimum of 24 feet of maneuverable back- up space, which may include a combination of driveway, common parking court, street, and other unobstructed areas dedicated to vehicle Ordinance No. 870
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movements.
(6) Parking spaces shall remain free and clear of stairs, storage, and other obstructions.
(7) Recreational vehicle and trailer parking are not permitted and shall be restricted by the community’s Covenants, Conditions & Restrictions (CC&Rs).
(8) Semi-trucks and trailers, dump trucks, moving vans and other heavy-duty commercial vehicles shall not be parked on any residentially zoned lot for a period longer than eight hours.
3.5.3 Non-Residential Off-Street Parking and Loading
Parking shall comply with the requirements of the PMC, except as specified herein:
(1) Parallel parking spaces shall provide a minimum dimension of 8 x 22 feet. (2) All other spaces shall provide a minimum dimension of 8.5 x 18.5 feet. Where spaces occur at the dead end of a parking aisle, which are terminated by landscaping, buildings, or other structures, such spaces shall be 9.5 feet wide to provide additional room for maneuvering and the parking aisle shall be extended an additional five feet to provide backup space beyond the edge of the adjacent stall.
(3) Minimum drive aisle widths for 90-degree parking spaces and two-way travel shall be 24 feet. Angled parking and one-way travel lanes are permitted and shall meet the development standards as specified in the PMC.
(4) Parking areas located within 50 feet of the Espola Road right-of-way shall be screened with a minimum three-foot high berm and dense landscaping and 15-gallon trees 1 per 15 lineal feet.
(5) Parking areas shall be setback a minimum of 50 feet from any existing residential property located outside of the Specific Plan area. In addition, these parking areas shall be screened by buildings, slopes, berms, dense landscaping, and/or similar treatments designed to adequately screen said parking areas from residential properties.
(6) Recreational vehicle and trailer parking are not permitted and shall be restricted by the Covenants, Conditions & Restrictions (CC&Rs) of the community.
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(7) Uses that are open to or accessible by to the public shall provide the minimum number of parking spaces for each use as specified in Table
3.11: Number of Parking Spaces Required - Non-Residential Uses.
Table 3.11: Number of Parking Spaces Required -
Non-Residential Uses
Use Minimum Spaces Required
Indoor Assembly Space 1 space per 45 square feet of area dedicated to assembly
Classrooms 1 space per 6 students
Office; Butterfly Vivarium 1 space per 300 square feet Physical Fitness Center;
Commercial Swimming Pool
1 space per 200 square feet
Eating and Drinking
Establishment
1 space /each 5 fixed seats or 1 space/75 sf of
seating area with no fixed seats. Plus one space per
employee.
(outdoor seating are exempt from parking
requirements)
Retail 1 space per 500 square feet of interior floor area (outdoor seating and outdoor display areas are
exempt from parking requirements)
Bed and Breakfast, Boutique
Inn, or Similar Small-Scale
Hospitality Use
1 space per guest room
Outdoor Amphitheater 1 per 5 fixed seats (1 seat is two-foot width for bench seating). No spaces required for unfixed
seating.
Recreational Court 3 spaces per court
Greenhouse and Agrifield
Storage Building
1 space per three employees/farm laborers (based
on maximum at any point in time)
(8) Accessible parking spaces shall be provided in accordance with the American’s with Disability Act (ADA) standards.
(9) Parking for electric vehicles, carpools and van pools, bicycles, and other alternative vehicles shall be provided in conformance with current CalGreen standards and all other applicable sections of the California Building Code.
(10) Uses with 25 to 100 automobile parking spaces shall provide one designated area for use by motorcycles. Uses with more than 100 automobile parking spaces shall provide motorcycle parking areas at the rate of one motorcycle parking area for every 100 automobile parking Ordinance No. 870
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spaces provided. Motorcycle spaces shall be a minimum of 4 x 8 feet. (11) Loading spaces shall be 10 x 35 feet minimum with a minimum vertical clearance of 14 feet. Loading spaces shall be provided at the following rate for all commercial uses unless determined to be unnecessary by the Director of Development Services:
(a) One loading space shall be provided for the first 10,000 square feet of floor area or fraction thereof.
(b) One additional loading space shall be provided for each additional 22,000 square feet of floor area or its fraction thereof.
3.6 Landscaping Regulations
For purposes of this section, landscaping shall include ornamental landscaping, but shall exclude agricultural areas, community gardens, and water quality basins. (1) Required front and street side setbacks shall be landscaped and shall consist of trees, plant materials, natural ground cover and decorative rocks, except for necessary walks, drives and fences. Accent paving and hardsc
ape (e.g., boulders, dry streambeds, patterned concrete, etc.) is encouraged.
No more than 25 percent of landscape areas shall consist of non-living groundcover materials including rock, cobble, gravel, and decomposed granite but excluding artificial turf for homeowners and common recreation areas.
(2) Artificial turf shall be limited to no more than 50 percent of any single landscape area.
(3) Interior
side and rear yards within the fenced areas of residential lots shall include groundcover
on all bare earth areas within one year of purchase
unless specified otherwise by the Community Association for residential lots. (4) All required landscaping shall be permanently maintained in a healthy and thrivi
ng condition, free from weeds, trash and debris and shall be regulated by the CC&Rs of the community.
(5) Landscaping in parking areas shall include a minimum of one 15-gallon tree for every four parking spaces. Large planting islands every eight to 10 spaces a
re encouraged.
(6) Landscaping shall
conform to the Landscape and Irrigation Design
Manual, th e Landscape Efficiency Standards and Water Conservation Ordinance No. 870
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Plan of the PMC, and CalGreen.
(7) A minimum of twenty-five (25) percent of landscape areas shall consist of vegetated plant materials.
(8) A minimum of one fifteen-gallon tree shall be provided per 750 square feet of landscaped area (including existing trees), per every 30 lineal feet of street frontage, and per every 50 lineal feet of trail on average. Trees shall be fifteen-gallon nursery container size (minimum) and at least 20 percent of the total tree quantity shall be 24-inch box size or larger. Trees shall be broad-canopy species to provide effective shading within 15 years of planting.
(9) Parking lots 5,000 square feet and larger shall have at least ten percent of the total paved area landscaped. Parking lots less than 5,000 square feet shall have at least five percent of the total paved area landscaped. (10) Tree islands should be spaced approximately 100 feet on center so no parking space is more than 50 feet from a shade tree.
(11) Tree planters shall have a minimum dimension of six feet wide and trees shall be planted a minimum of three feet from face of curb to prevent damage from vehicles. Planters shall have a minimum 12-inch paved step- out area and long planters that are perpendicular to the pedestrian path of travel shall have stepping stones aligned with the stall striping. (12) Street trees adjacent to sidewalks and trails shall be trimmed periodically as part of the maintenance plan to leave a minimum walking area of at least seven feet in height above sidewalks, trails, and other walkways. In addition, shrubs shall be trimmed to be no higher than three feet adjacent to walkways, pathways, and windows.
(13) Plant materials shall conform to ANSI Z60.1 “American Standard for Nursery Stock” (latest edition) with regard to condition, tree caliper/height, and other general standards and specifications for nursery container stock.
(14) The water quality basin plant palette shall comply with the County of San Diego Low Impact Development (LID) Manual.
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3.7 Lighting Regulations
All lighting within the Specific Plan area shall comply with Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations. In addition, lighting with the Specific Plan shall conform to the following unless otherwise superseded by regulations contained in Title 24.
(1) All outdoor light fixtures, including but not limited to illuminated signage, decorative building or landscape lighting, illuminated recreational facilities, and parking lot lighting within commercial zones, shall be turned off between the hours of 11:00 p.m. and sunrise, except when used for security purposes, illumination of roadways, sidewalks, equipment yards and similar safety-related application, or when operating hours continue after 11:00 p.m., but only for as long as such facility is open. (2) Automatic timing devices shall be integrated into all new or modified lighting systems to turn off lights at 11:00 p.m.
(3) During the hours from 11:00 p.m. until dawn, all exterior lighting of non- residential uses shall be low pressure sodium, narrow spectrum amber low emitting diode (LED), or other energy efficient light which does not exceed a correlated color temperature (CCT) of 3,000 kelvin and 4,050 lumen except where the City Council has issued an conditional use permit to allow alternative lighting. The City Council may issue such conditional use permits where the Council finds that unusual circumstances dictate the use of brighter lighting for safety reasons.
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(4) All exterior lighting shall be scheduled so that light rays emitted by the fixture are projected below the imaginary horizontal plane passing through the lowest point of the fixture and in such a manner that the light is directed away from streets and adjoining properties.
(5) Illumination should be integrated with the architecture of the building to the extent feasible.
(6) F reestanding light posts shall be no taller than 18 feet. Banner posts and decorative themes are permitted on streetlights.
(7) The intensity of light at the boundary of any property shall not exceed 75 foot-lamberts from a source of reflected light.
(8) Pedestrian scale lighting shall be provided within pedestrian corridors and parking areas.
(9) Streetlights shall be provided at a minimum rate of one per 100 lineal feet. (10) Lighting shall comply with “Dark Sky” Policies to the largest extent feasible.
3.8 Walls and Fences
Requirements for walls and fences within the Specific Plan area shall be as follows:
(1) A solid wall or fence not more than six feet in height may be maintained along interior side of rear lot lines, provided, that such wall or fence does not extend into a required front yard or street side yard except for required noise attenuation.
(2) A wall or fence up to eight feet in height may be allowed by the Director of Development Services where necessary for noise attenuation from arterial streets, outdoor event spaces, or other noise sources.
(3) A wall or fence located within a street-adjacent front yard or side yard shall not exceed three feet in height.
(4) Walls and fences at all roadway and driveway intersections shall comply with site visibility design standards by providing corner cut-offs as required by the PMC.
(5) All fences (including retaining walls) shall be constructed of attractive new or recycled material such as stone, masonry, wood, or similar that is compatible with the community design theme. Fences and walls shall be installed and constructed in accordance with methods that conform to the requirements of the Uniform Building Code. Additionally, they shall be maintained in a state of good repair. Dilapidated, dangerous, or unsightly Ordinance No. 870
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fences or retaining walls shall be repaired or removed. (6) Fiberglass sheeting, bamboo sheeting or other similar temporary material shall not be permitted as a fencing material. Barbed wire strands, razor wire, or concertina wire (coiled barbed wire) shall not be permitted as a fencing material or on the rooftop of any building.
(7) When a retaining wall is used to increase usable lot area, the sum total of any combination of fence or wall and retaining wall shall not exceed six feet in height unless a five-foot landscape area is provided between the retaining wall and fence or wall. A series of retaining walls and fence or wall is allowed in conjunction with the five-foot landscape area, provided each individual fence and wall or retaining wall shall not exceed six feet in height.
(8) W alking surfaces adjacent to the top of a retaining wall shall be equipped with an open and decorative metal railing on the top of the retaining wall for safety as deemed necessary by the City Building Official. The height of the required railing shall not be considered in the overall height measurement of the retaining wall.
(9) All residential lots adjacent to Espola Road shall have decorative solid walls, glass sound walls with three-foot slump block base, and/or landscape earthen berms for portions of the wall visible from Espola Road to enhance the scenic character of the corridor.
3.9 Utilities, Mechanical Equipment, and
Auxiliary Structures
(1) Air conditioners, antennas (excepting amateur radio antenna installations subject to the PMC), heating, cooling, ventilating equipment and all other mechanical, lighting or electrical devices shall be so operated that they do not disturb the peace, quiet and comfort of neighboring residents, and shall be screened, shielded, and/or sound buffered from surrounding properties and streets to the extent feasible.
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(2) The height of all utility and mechanical equipment shall not exceed the maximum building height specified within the applicable land use district.
Exceptions may be considered for stealth telecommunication facilities. (3) All new and existing utility connections within the boundaries of the project shall be placed underground. Transformers, terminal boxes, meter cabinets, pedestals, concealed ducts, and other facilities may be placed above ground. The requirements for undergrounding existing utilities shall not apply to any overhead power transmission lines in excess of 34.5 kV and long distance and main trunk communication facilities.
(4) All ground-mounted mechanical equipment, including solar panels heating and air conditioning units, and trash receptacle areas, shall be completely screened from surrounding properties by a wall or fence or shall be enclosed within a building to the extent permitted by the utility provider.
Structural and design plans for any required screening under the provisions of this section shall be approved by the Director of Development Services and Building Official.
(5) All roof appurtenances including, but not limited to, heating and air conditioning units, and mechanical equipment shall be shielded and architecturally screened from view from on-site parking areas, adjacent public streets, and adjacent residentially zoned property. Solar and Photovoltaic (PV) panels shall be exempt from these requirements. (6) All utility connections shall be designed to coordinate with the architectural elements of the site so as not to be exposed except when necessary. Pad mounted transformers and/or meter box locations shall be included in the site plan with any appropriate screening treatments.
(Top) Utilities should be screened
to the extent feasible to minimize
their visual impact on the street.
(Left) Stealth Telecommunication
Facilities can be designed to look
like rocks, tower, trees or similar
features that blend with and
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(7) Excluding roof-mounted solar collector panels and decorative exterior lighting, all auxiliary structures and mechanical equipment and devices shall be screened from view from any abutting street and from views of adjacent residences by architectural projections, solid walls, fencing or landscape; and shall not be located in a front or street side yard area. (8) Mailboxes should be located where they are readily accessible to all served and where they do not reduce the areas of the sidewalk or interfere with its use.
(9) All areas for storage of maintenance equipment, and all service areas including refuse storage and collection facilities, shall be enclosed by a fence, wall and/or landscape screen. Please also refer to Section 3.10. (10) Stealth telecom facilities include telecommunication facilities disguised as a natural feature or within an architectural element such as a tower, windmill, or water tower. Stealth telecom facilities are permitted in open space districts subject to the following requirements:
- All telecom facility components, including all antennas, antenna panels, cables, wires, conduit, mounting brackets, and support equipment, shall be fully screened, and mounted either inside the building or structure, or behind screening elements and not on the exterior face of the building or structure.
- Screening materials shall match in color, size, proportion, style, and quality with the exterior design and architectural character of the structure
and the surrounding visual environment. If determined necessary by the reviewing authority, screening to avoid adverse impacts to views from land or buildings at higher elevations shall be required. - When a telecom facility is proposed within an architectural feature such as a tower, cupola, water tank, windmill, sign tower, etc., the facility shall be architecturally compatible with the existing structure or building.
3.10 Trash Enclosures and Storage Areas
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(1) Trash enclosures and outdoor storage areas
shall not be located within 50 feet of the
Specific Plan area Boundary.
(2) Outdoor storage areas shall be entirely
enclosed by solid masonry walls not less than
six feet in height to adequately screen them
from view. Reasonable substitutions, such as
masonry, wood, or similar view-obscuring
material, may be approved by the City
Council. Chain link fence is not permitted.
(3) Trash storage areas shall be completely
screened from surrounding properties by a
wall or fence or shall be enclosed within a
building. Structural and design plans for any required screening under the provisions of this section shall be approved by the Director of Development Services and Building Official.
(4) Protect trash storage areas from rainfall, run-on, runoff, and wind dispersal. Design enclosures shall meet the requirements of the Model BMP Design Manual for the San Diego Region, including but not limited to the following:
- Design trash container areas so that drainage from adjoining roofs and pavement is diverted around the area(s) to avoid run-on. This can include berming or grading the waste handling area to prevent run-on of stormwater.
- Ensure trash container areas are screened or walled to prevent off-site transport of trash.
- Provide roofs, awnings, or attached lids on all trash containers to minimize direct precipitation and prevent rainfall from entering containers.
- Locate storm drains away from immediate vicinity of the trash storage area and vice versa.
- Post signs on all dumpsters informing users that hazardous materials are not to be disposed.
- Trash container areas shall drain into adjacent landscape areas. (5) Residential Trash Receptacles shall be stored behind a six-foot high fence outside the front yard setback area or within a garage. (6) Non-residential trash enclosures shall be large enough to accommodate trash, recycling, and organic waste as required by AB 341 and AB 1826.
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stormwater and prevent
pollution from entering the
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3.11 Sign Regulations
All signs within the Specific Plan area shall comply with The City of Poway’s Comprehensive Sign Regulations as found in the PMC.
3.12 Fire Prevention Regulations
Throughout the entire Specific Plan area, the following standards for fire safety shall apply to all new construction:
(1) All new development shall be subject to the requirements and recommendations of The Farm in Poway Fire Management Plan. (2) Ensure water pressure serving proposed structures shall provide a minimum 20 PSI with a minimum two-hour duration for all plumbing fixtures and fire sprinkler heads in each structure.
(3) Fire hydrants shall be located within 600 feet of any portion of residential facilities or buildings, with spacing between hydrants not to exceed 600 feet, as measured by an approved route of travel that a fire engine would travel. Fire hydrants shall be located within 400 feet of any portion of non- residential facilities or buildings, with spacing between hydrants not to exceed 400 feet, as measured by an approved route of travel that a fire engine would travel.
(4) Fire apparatus access roads shall have an unobstructed, improved width of not less than 20 feet, except single-family residential driveways serving no more than two improved parcels containing dwelling units shall have a minimum of 16 feet of unobstructed improved width. Vertical overhead clearance shall be a minimum of 13.5 feet. Fire apparatus access roads and driveways shall be designed and maintained to support the imposed loads of fire apparatus not less than 75,000 pounds unless authorized by the Poway Fire Department and shall be provided with an approved paved surface as to provide all-weather driving capabilities. When deemed necessary in the opinion of the fire code official, a paved driving surface shall mean asphalt or concrete surface. The turning radius of a fire apparatus access road shall be a minimum of 28 feet as measured to the inside edge of the improvement width or as approved by the fire code official.
(5) Fire access roadways, gated entrances with card readers, guard stations, or center medians, which have separated lanes of one-way traffic shall be not less than 12 feet wide per lane.
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(6) Approved signs or other approved notices shall be provided and maintained for fire apparatus access roads to identify such roads and prohibit the obstruction thereof or both. All new public roads, all private roads within major subdivisions, and all private road easements serving three or more parcels shall be named. Motor Court street signs may deviate from street sign standards to the satisfaction of the Director of Development Services and Fire Chief. Road name signs shall comply with City of Poway Supplemental Engineering Standards, Street Sign Specifications.
(7) For all non-residential facilities or buildings, approved fire apparatus access roadways shall be provided for every facility, building or portion of a building. The fire apparatus access roadway shall extend to within 150 feet of all portions of the facility and all portions of the exterior walls of the first story of the building as measured by an approved route around the exterior of the building or facility.
(8) The gradient for a fire apparatus access roadway shall not exceed 20 percent. Grades exceeding 15 percent (incline or decline) shall be constructed of Portland cement concrete (PCC), with a deep broom finish perpendicular to the direction of travel, or equivalent, to enhance traction.
The fire code official may require additional mitigation measures where he or she deems appropriate.
(9) The angle of departure and the angle of approach of a fire access roadway shall not exceed seven degrees (12 percent) or as approved by the fire code official.
(10) All dead-end fire access roads in excess of 150 feet in length shall be provided with approved provisions that allow emergency apparatus to turn around. A cul-de-sac shall be provided in residential areas where the access roadway serves more than two structures. The minimum, unobstructed paved radius width for a cul-de-sac shall be 38 feet in residential areas.
(11) All gates or other structures or devices that could obstruct fire access roadways or otherwise hinder emergency operations are prohibited unless they meet the standards approved by the fire code official and receive Specific Plan approval. All automatic gates across fire access roadways and driveways shall be equipped with approved, emergency, key-operated switches overriding all command functions and opening the gate(s). Gates accessing more than four residences or residential lots, or gates accessing hazardous institutional, educational or assembly occupancy group structures shall also be equipped with approved emergency traffic control-activating strobe light sensor(s), or other devices approved by the Ordinance No. 870
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fire code official, which will activate the gate on the approach of emergency apparatus with a battery backup or manual-mechanical disconnect in case of power failure. In the event of a power failure, the gate shall be automatically transferred to a fail-safe mode allowing the gate to be manually pushed open without the use of special knowledge or equipment. All automatic gates must meet fire department policies deemed necessary by the fire code official for rapid, reliable access.
Where this section requires an approved key-operated switch, it shall be dual keyed or dual switches shall be provided to facilitate access by law enforcement personnel.
(12) All one and two-family residential facilities require an approved residential fire sprinkler system with a one-inch meter meeting Poway Municipal Code requirements. A separate plan submittal and approval to the Poway Fire Department, Division of Fire Prevention, prepared by a licensed sprinkler contractor or fire protection engineer is required for each residential sprinkler system prior to installation. There is a separate fee for this plan check and inspection services. If a one-inch lateral off the street main is currently not present, one will have to be installed. If a pressure pump is required for fire sprinkler operation, auxiliary power is required. (13) F ire sprinkler system may be required in accordance with Poway Municipal Code requirements. The fire sprinkler system shall be designed to meet minimum design density at the roof per NFPA 13 requirements. Two separate plan submittals to the fire department will be required for each structure, one for the fire sprinkler design and one for the fire service underground. There are separate fees for this plan check and inspection services.
(14) Non-residential facilities and buildings equipped with a fire sprinkler system shall have a properly licensed contractor install an automatic fire alarm system to approved standards. System shall be completely monitored by a UL listed central station alarm company or proprietary remote station. Each facility or building requires a separate plan submittal for review and approval. There is a separate fee for this plan check and inspection services.
(15) The landscape plan requires a separate landscape and irrigation plans submittal prepared pursuant to the City of Poway Landscape and Irrigation Design Manual requirements. There is a separate fee for this plan check and inspection services. The applicant shall submit and receive signed approval of landscape and irrigation plans prior to the issuance of the building permit. All fuel modifications shall be installed prior to the final inspection for issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
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(16) Roadway access, water supply system, and vegetation fuel modification of common roadway access areas shall be completed in each phase before a building permit is issued for any parcel within the phase. (17) Prior to the delivery of combustible building material on-site, the approved water service to all fire hydrants shall be connected to the public water supply, satisfactorily pass all required tests and be approved by the City. (18) Prior to the delivery of combustible building material on-site, the approved vehicle access, including driveways, for firefighting shall be installed, satisfactorily pass all required tests and approved by the City. All accesses shall be provided within 150 feet of all construction areas. Use of temporary vehicle access for firefighting shall require plan submittal, review, and approval by the City.
(19) Approved numbers or addresses shall be placed on all facilities and buildings in such a position as to be plainly visible and legible from the street fronting the property. Numbers shall contrast with their background.
The address is required at private driveway entrances. Each non- residential facility or building address shall also be displayed on the roof in a manner satisfactory to the Fire Chief and meeting Sheriff Department- ASTREA criteria.
Section 7.8 of this Specific Plan provides a discussion of Fire Prevention Services for the Specific Plan area. Please refer to Exhibit 7.5: Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone (VHFHSZ) Map to identify properties that shall be subject to the additional standards listed below:
(1) California Building Code Chapter 7A and Poway Municipal Code 15.24 shall apply to all areas within the VHFHSZ.
(2) An effective fuel modification zone shall be maintained around all structures by removing, clearing, or modifying combustible vegetation and other flammable materials from areas within 30 to 100 feet from each building or structure within the property’s boundaries, or as determined by the fire code official.
(3) Horizontal clearance from tree crowns to structures shall be pruned to maintain a minimum of 10 feet for fire resistive trees and 30 feet for non- fire resistive trees. Tree crowns within the defensible space shall be pruned to remove limbs located less than six feet above the ground surface adjacent to the trees. Portions of tree crowns that extend within 10 of the outlet of a chimney shall be pruned to maintain a minimum horizontal clearance of 10 feet. No more than three trees per cluster; Ordinance No. 870
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minimum distance between clusters or individual non-clustered trees is 20 feet.
(4) All orchards, groves, and vineyards shall be kept in a healthy state and maintained as described below. A 10-foot firebreak shall be cleared between the perimeter of the orchard trees or row of grape vines and native vegetation or ornamental landscaping. Orchards shall be kept clean of dead and/or downed trees. Orchards and vineyards shall be free of combustible debris including, but not limited to, dead branches and dead foliage. All dead grasses between rows of trees or vines shall be removed and replaced.
(5) An approved water supply capable of supplying the required fire flow for fire protection shall be provided to all premises upon which facilities, buildings, or portions of buildings will be constructed. A water analysis shall be performed to establish the adequacy of the existing water mains and all necessary system design to serve the project. Costs of the water analysis shall be the responsibility of the applicant. The required fire flow in the VHFHSZ shall be a minimum of 1,500GPM; all areas not located in the VHFHSZ shall meet the requirements outlined in the PMC.
(6) All flammable vegetation within approved fuel modification zones shall be removed prior to the arrival of combustible material on the site and shall be maintained during the duration of the project until all elements of approved fuel modification zones are installed and approved. (7) Buildings shall be setback a minimum of 30 feet from property lines and biological open space easements unless the Poway Municipal Code requires a greater minimum. When the property line abuts a roadway, the setback shall be measured from the farthest roadway edge. (8) Ignition Resistant Class I construction as described in the California Building Code Chapter 7A, is required for all facilities, buildings, and structures.
(9) All facilities and buildings located in the VHFHSZ are required to comply as follows:
- Single-story structures shall be setback a minimum 15 feet horizontally from top of slope to the farthest projection from a roof. - A single-story structure shall be less than 12 feet above grade. - A two-story structure shall be setback a minimum of 30 feet horizontally from top of slope to the farthest projection from a roof.
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- Structures greater than two stories may require a greater setback when the slope is greater than 2:1.
- Structural setbacks shall be shown on the site plan.
- Show scaled cross section profiles denoting the top of the slope, building/ roof projections, and the setback distance at multiple locations on the plan submittal.
(10) All residential facilities and buildings located in the VHFHSZ are required to comply with Section 4 of the City of Poway Landscape and Irrigation Design Manual and Poway Municipal Code 15.24 as it relates to fuel management and defensible space, except that thirty feet of fuel management meeting Zone A is required measured outward from the furthest projection of all facilities and buildings. A vegetation fuel modification zone with a minimum width of 10 feet shall be maintained on both sides of all fire apparatus access roadways and driveways not already located in a fuel management area.
3.13 Construction and Farming Equipment
The operation of construction and farming equipment within the Specific Plan area shall comply with the Poway Municipal Code.
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Chapter Four
MOBILITY
4.0 Mobility Plan
Specific Plan Mobility focuses on maintaining a rural character for the community, promoting active lifestyles, and offering alternatives to vehicle use that are safe, efficient, convenient, and enjoyable. To this end, the Mobility Plan provides a series of Complete Streets and a comprehensive multi-use trail system that accommodates multiple users including motor vehicles, alternative vehicles, pedestrians, bicyclist, equestrians, and tractors. This multi-modal system has the added benefit of reducing environmental impacts and creating a healthier community. Objectives of the Mobility Plan include the following:
1. Ensure roadway and trail design responds to the desired character of the community.
2. Optimize multiple travel modes and accommodate the needs of all users in a safe, accessible, and convenient manner.
3. Improve bicycle infrastructure through implementation of sharrows and a multi- use trail system.
4. Improve walkability by shortening distances between pedestrian Ordinance No. 870
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crossings, including crossings mid-block, and providing well-marked crosswalks, wayfinding signage, and lighting.
5. Enhance landscaping along sidewalks and trails to provide pedestrian scale, shade, and texture for comfort and appeal. Utilize irregular tree and shrub spacing to impart a rural atmosphere with street trees.
6. Coordinate signal timing, with approval of the Director of Development Services, at Espola Road and Martincoit Road to synchronize traffic movement, manage vehicle speed.
7. Work with the San Diego Metropolitan Transit System (MTS) to improve and replace the existing stop at Espola Road and Martincoit Road and adjust schedules, if needed, to meet the demands of new and existing riders.
4.1 Roadway Classifications
Roadways within the Specific Plan area are designed as Complete Streets that accommodate automobiles, bicycles, pedestrians, and equestrians. All private streets within the Specific Plan area can also accommodate tractors, low-speed vehicles (LSVs), and neighborhood electric vehicles. Complete Streets are designed and operated to provide safe and efficient access for all modes of travel in accordance with the California’s Complete Streets Act of 2008 (AB 1358). The Complete Streets Act was intended to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by providing alternatives to vehicle use that can potentially reduce vehicle miles traveled and encourage shorter trips in automobiles, optimize land use planning and transportation infrastructure more efficiently, and promote public health by encouraging physical activity. Complete streets also take into consideration the range of ages and abilities of potential users including children, seniors, and people with disabilities by providing additional facilities such as benches, shelters, and similar amenities.
Exhibit 4.1: Street Network Diagram illustrates the roadways that directly serve the Specific Plan area. Roadways include one existing collector road, Espola Road, existing residential streets St. Andrews Drive and Boca Raton Lane, and a series of proposed private streets, Motor Courts, and common parking areas.
The project roadway design focuses on promoting walking and bicycling as the preferred modes of travel by designing low-speed streets that can be shared between automobiles, bicycles, and LSVs. Low speed streets also support pedestrian comfort and walkability. The roadway system is also designed to discourage cut-through automobile traffic and minimize additional traffic on surrounding residential streets. Sidewalks are provided on one-side of all private streets.
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Sidewalks connect to trails, which in turn provide access to existing transit stops located on Espola Road. On-street parking is provided on one side of Private Streets A through C and the portions of Private Streets D and E where fronting residential lots.
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4.1.1 Espola Road
The Farm in Poway is located along the northerly edge of Espola Road between Valle Verde Road and Cloudcroft Drive. Espola Road is designated as a four-lane Collector Road that provides direct access to Interstate 15 (I-15), west of the Specific Plan area. East of the Specific Plan area, Espola Road turns south and terminates at its intersection with Poway Road, providing access to southerly portions of the City.
Along the Specific Plan area’s frontage, Espola Road currently consists of the following:
• West of Martincoit - 100-foot wide right-of-way with two westbound lanes, two east bound lane, a two-way center turn lane, and a shoulder on each side.
• East of Martincoit Road- 80-foot right-of-way with two westbound lanes, one east bound lane, a two-way center turn lane, and a shoulder on each side.
• At Martincoit Road - A three-way signalized intersection with an eastbound turn pocket.
This existing condition includes shoulders on both sides. The right-of-way will be widened by three feet on the north side to accommodate bike lanes. Martincoit and Espola Road will also be improved to add a four-way intersection, which will serve as the Primary Entry into The Farm in Poway, as illustrated in Exhibit 4.2:
Espola Road. Approaching the intersection to the Primary Entry, the two-way turn lane will be restriped to transitions into a painted left turn lane. A five-foot landscaped parkway strip, a six-foot wide concrete sidewalk and a nine-foot wide meandering community trail will also be constructed on the north side of the Espola Road right-of-way along the project’s frontage. Overhead utilities fronting the project along Espola Road will be placed underground.
The City of Poway General Plan designates Espola Road as a scenic roadway, which is subject to special design requirements. The General Plan’s Scenic Road Concept seeks to “…preserve, enhance, and showcase the community’s rural history and image.” According to the General Plan, Espola Road typifies the Ordinance No. 870
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City’s rural image and has several long-range vistas of Mt. Woodson and Iron Mountain. To maintain the rural and scenic qualities of this roadway, the General Plan requires an open space easement of 50 feet from the ultimate right-of- way.
Structures are prohibited within this easement.
The open space easement will also include the nine-foot wide meandering decomposed granite trail surrounded by rural and agricultural-themed landscaping that not only supports the City’s rural character but supports the farm-to-table vision for the Specific Plan area. Adjacent residential development has also been clustered to preserve visual open space corridors through the site.
Adjacent residential homes, located beyond the scenic setback, are required to provide enhanced elevations (See Chapter 6: Architectural Design) facing Espola Road and will be screened by an informal pattern of trees and shrubs. Walls enclosing the rear yards facing Espola Road will consist of a masonry and glass view wall, as described in Section 5.5, to provide noise attenuation while still allowing views and minimizing the visual impact of walls along Espola Road.
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The primary entry to the Specific Plan area will be provided via an improved signalized intersection at Espola Road and Martincoit Road. The existing intersection currently consist of a three-way signalized intersection, allowing vehicles to travel east and west on Espola Road and south onto Martincoit Road, which is classified as a Local Collector. Improvements to the intersection will include the extension of Martincoit Road to the north, which will become the primary entry into the Specific Plan area. New traffic signals will be installed to control traffic in four directions and crosswalks will be provided to promote pedestrian mobility as illustrated in Exhibit 4.3: Martincoit Road and Espola Road Intersection.
4.1.2 Martincoit Road
Martincoit Road currently terminates at Espola Road at the southerly edge of the Specific Plan area. Martincoit Road, between Stone Canyon Road and Espola Road, is classified and currently built as a Local Collector on the City of Poway’s Transportation Master Element. The speed limit is 35mph. On-street parking is provided on both sides of the road for the most part north of Avenida La Valencia. The intersection of Espola Road and Martincoit Road currently consists of a three-way signalized intersection. The development of the Specific Plan area will include constructing the fourth leg of this intersection to serve as the Primary Entry into The Farm in Poway as illustrated in Exhibit 4.3: Martincoit Road and Espola Road Intersection.
Intersection improvements will include crosswalks and a pedestrian crossing on the west leg of Espola Road. Special safety features should include enhanced crosswalks for high visibility, pedestrian signals with countdown timers, leading pedestrian interval timing, ADA compliant curb ramps, and smart adaptive signals that can adjust signal phasing and extend pedestrian walk time based upon time of day. All phasing and timing must be approved by the Director of Development Services.
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4.1.3 Valle Verde Road
Although Valle Verde Road does not directly serve the Specific Plan area, this roadway provides connections to the Chaparral Elementary School, the Specific Plan area’s assigned elementary school, which is located just over a ½ mile to the west. To enhance connectivity and promote a safe route to school, the Specific Plan includes the installation of special mobility features at the Valle Verde Road/Espola Road intersection that include enhanced crosswalk paving for high visibility, pedestrian signals with countdown timers, leading pedestrian interval timing, ADA complaint curb ramps, bicycle signal detection, and smart adaptative signals that can adjust signal phasing and extend pedestrian walk times based upon time of day. All phasing and timing must be approved by the Director of Development Services. Similarly, high visibility crosswalk and ADA complaint ramps will be installed at the intersection of Valle Verde Road and St. Andrews Drive. In addition, the missing connection of the five feet of contiguous sidewalk along the east side of Valle Verde Road, approximately 350 feet north of Edina Way to Solera Way, will be constructed to provide continuous sidewalk along the route.
4.1.4 Cloudcroft Drive and Cloudcroft Court
Cloudcroft Drive is an existing roadway located east of the Specific Plan area.
Cloudcroft Drive is not classified on the City of Poway’s Transportation Master Element. It is currently built as an undivided road with 25mph posted speed limit.
The classification is assumed as Residential Collector based on City of Poway’s Transportation Master Element. On-street parking is permitted on both sides of the street.
Cloudcroft Drive takes direct access from Espola Road and provides secondary access to the Specific Plan area via Tam O’Shanter Drive and Boca Raton Lane.
Emergency Vehicle Access is provided via Cloudcroft Court and Cloudcroft Drive.
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4.1.5 St. Andrews Drive, Tam O’Shanter Drive, and Boca Raton Lane
New residential lots are proposed to front on portions of St. Andrews Drive and Boca Raton Lane. Because these streets were originally developed to their full 60-foot right-of-way width, no new street improvements are proposed, except new curb and gutter. These two streets provide one 12-foot travel lane in each direction and on-street parking on both sides of the street, but no sidewalks. The new residences will continue this development pattern. Two Secondary access points area also provided from Tam O’Shanter Drive and Boca Raton Lane. Both access points will consist of three-way intersections with stop signs only at the entry points out of the Specific Plan area.
4.1.6 Internal Roadways (Private Streets)
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trees. Low speeds also allow these private streets to be shared with low speed vehicles, bicycles, and tractors. The internal roadway system consists of two types of private streets, private streets with parking and private streets without parking. Private streets are required to provide a public access easement.
Crosswalks shall consist of stained and stamped concrete or asphalt concrete with decorative scoring, or similar decorative treatment and shall be a minimum of eight feet wide.
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Private Streets with Parking
Private streets with parking consist of a 47-foot wide private road easement (See Exhibit 4.4: Private Street with Parking). The paved section of the roadway includes a 24-foot travel-way (one lane in each direction) plus an eight-foot parking lane on one side for a total dimension of 32 feet measured from curb-to-curb. Parking is accompanied by a sidewalk on one side. Sidewalks are separated from parking by a five-foot landscaped parkway that will be planted with shade trees to enhance pedestrian comfort and reduce heat island effect. Bulb-outs will also be provided at intervals for pedestrian visibility and additional street trees.
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Private streets without parking consist of a 39-foot wide private road easement (See Exhibit 4.5: Private Street without Parking). The paved section of the roadway includes a 24-foot travel-way (one lane in each direction) measured from curb-to- curb. Sidewalk is provided on one side. Sidewalks are separated from the travel- way by a five-foot landscaped parkway that will be planted with shade trees to enhance pedestrian comfort and reduce heat island effect.
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4.1.7 Motor Courts
Motor Courts are shared common access roads that provide access to two or more Residential Cottage homes. Exhibit 4.6: Conceptual Motor Court Plan View and Section, illustrates the design of a typical Motor Court. Motor Courts provide a minimum of 24-foot wide common access road with a maximum depth of 150 feet to provide adequate fire access. Parking within a Motor Court is restricted to individual driveways or designated parking stalls that are clearly marked or delineated with different paving, signage, or similar markings. Design guidelines for Motor Courts are provided in Section 6.2.5.
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4.2 Trails
A multi-use trail system, as illustrated in Exhibit 4.7: Trail Network Diagram, is designed into the community to optimize pedestrian and bicycle mobility and provide recreational opportunities. The majority of this trail system includes decomposed granite or compacted earth trails as illustrated in Exhibit 4.8: Multi- Use Nature Trail. Natural paving and peeler pole and rail fencing enhance the rural atmosphere of the community. These natural trails will accommodate equestrian, mountain bikers, and hikers. Access trails connect to sidewalks along private streets, utility easements, and along existing adjacent residential streets to maximize access and connectivity and promote walking and hiking. All trails will be open to the public. Additional amenities will include trail respite rest stops, seating along the multi-use trail, and a bike repair station. The bike station will be located at The Club parking lot to provide water, air, and basic tools for bike repair. Benches, restrooms, and a drinking fountain or water bottle fill station will also be provided at the Event Barn. Peeler pole trail fencing will be used along the Espola Road trail and along interior trails where steep downhill slopes are adjacent to the trail.
The section of multi-use trail along Espola Road, as illustrated in Exhibit 4.9:
Espola Trail, will consist of a nine-foot meandering DG trail and a six-foot contiguous concrete sidewalk that will replace the existing sidewalk along the north side of Espola Road. The Espola Road trail will connect to the Multi-Use nature trail and existing sidewalks on the southeast and southwest corners of the Specific Plan area. This trail also provides access to the existing transit stops located on Espola Road at Martincoit Road, Cloudcroft Drive and Valle Verde Road.
In addition to the dedicated multi-use trails, a natural surface maintenance access road will be provided through nearly the entire length of the SDCWA easement, as illustrated in Exhibit 4.10: SDCWA Access Road . The access road will be designed to H20 load rating and gates will be provided at road connections to prevent non-SDCWA vehicular access. Where the multi -use trail and the access road share alignment, the trail will be reduced in width to five f eet and will be separated from the access road with bollards, as illustrated in Exhibit 4.11:
Combined SDCWA Access Road/Trail.
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4.3 Pedestrian Experience
Exhibit 4.7: Trail Network Diagram in Section 4.2, highlights the variety of pedestrian routes and connections provided by the Mobility Plan. In addition to sidewalks and trails described in previous sections, the Specific Plan requires traffic calming measures to promote pedestrian mobility and comfort and encourage walking as a preferred mode of travel. Crosswalks will be provided throughout the Specific Plan area in locations where trails and sidewalks meet vehicular traffic. These nodes require special design to ensure that vehicles are aware that pedestrians may be present. Crosswalk improvements will include enhanced paving treatments that make crossings more visible. Where feasible, curb extensions, also known as bulb outs, may be provided. A conceptual crosswalk design that includes bulb-outs and enhanced design treatments is provided as Exhibit 4.12: Conceptual Pedestrian Crossing.
Crosswalks at Espola Road and Martincoit Road, Espola Road and Valle Verde Road, and Valle Verde Road and St. Andrews Drive provides pedestrian access to adjacent neighborhoods. Special mobility features will be provided including enhanced crosswalk paving for high visibility, ADA complaint curb ramps, pedestrian signals with countdown timers, leading pedestrian interval timing, bicycle signal detection, and smart adaptative signals that can adjust signal phasing and extend pedestrian walk times based upon time of day. All phasing and timing must be approved by the Director of Development Services. In addition, the construction of missing segments of sidewalk and improvements to existing off-site sidewalks on Martincoit Road and Valley Verde Road will improve pedestrian connectivity and mobility.
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Exhibit 4.12: Conceptual Pedestrian Crossing
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4.4 Bicycle Experience
Exhibit 4.7: Trail Network Diagram
highlights the variety of bicycle routes
and connections provided by the
Mobility Plan. The proposed multi-
use trails described in Section 4.2 will
be shared between equestrians,
bicycles, and pedestrians. Private
streets are also designed to allow for
bicycles and vehicles to share the
road. Low traffic volumes, low-speed
designs, and traffic calming
measures are provided, making
shared use of vehicles and bicycles
appropriate. Signage or “Shared
Roadway Markings” will also be
provided to indicate that bicycle use is permitted and vehicles are required to share the roadway.
Amenities that support bicycling in the Specific Plan area include required bicycle parking throughout the Specific Plan area (See Chapter 3), trail respite rest stops, seating along the multi-use trail, and a bike repair station. The bike station will be located at The Club parking lot to provide water, air, and basic tools for bike repair. Benches, restrooms, bike racks, and a drinking fountain or water bottle fill station will also be provided at the Event Barn.
Improvements at the intersection of Espola Road/Martincoit Road and Espola Road/Valle Verde Road also include high visibility crosswalks and bicycle signal detection. Bike treatments at intersections should be coordinated with the City of Poway.
4.5 Alternative Vehicles
The California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) permits the use of Neighborhood Electric Vehicles (NEVs) and Low Speed Vehicles (LSVs) on roadways posted with a speed limit of 35 miles per hour (MPH). NEVs and LSVs are permitted to cross at intersections that have a speed limit above 35 mph if Ordinance No. 870
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the crossing begins and ends on a road 35 mph or less. NEVs and LSVs look similar to golf carts but are required to meet certain DMV requirements and require a valid California Driver’s License, registration, and insurance. NEVs and LSVs are permitted on all private streets within the Specific Plan area.
NEVs and LSVs provide an alternative to standard automobiles and bicycles.
These types of low-speed vehicles are more compact, making them easier to park and maneuver within small spaces. NEVs are all electric and offer the most environmentally friendly alternative; however, all LSVs are environmentally superior to a standard automobile due to their low speeds and fuel efficiency.
Use of such vehicles for shorter trips also promotes increased efficiency for other modes of travel including walking and biking since these vehicles take up less space on the road and are typically designed not to exceed 25 miles per hour.
4.6 Transit
Transit services within the City of
Poway and throughout the central and
south parts of the County are provided
by the Metropolitan Transit System
(MTS). Transit service to the Specific
Plan area is provided via Route 945A,
also known as the “Poway Loop.” The
nearest stop is located at the
northwest corner of Espola Road and
Martincoit Road, where primary
access to the Specific Plan area will
be provided. Improvements to this
transit stop will include a new pad,
bench, and trash receptacle.
Poway Loop Route 945A provides two early morning and two afternoon buses to access important destinations along Pomerado Road, Poway Road, and Espola Road including downtown Poway, Poway High School, Lake Poway and the Blue Sky Ecological Reserve. The bus route is designed primarily for access to the high school, middle school and private schools on the route. However, the Poway Loop also connects to Route 945 which operates between Old Poway and the Rancho Bernardo Transit Station, and Route 944 which provides service between Old Poway and the Sabre Springs/Peñasquitos Transit Station. Both transit stations offer express bus service to Downtown San Diego and the Escondido Transit Center via the I-15 corridor as well as parking and van pool connections.
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Chapter Five
OPEN SPACE & COMMUNITY DESIGN
5.0 Community Theme
The community design theme for The Farm in Poway reflects Poway’s rural “City in the Country” history while incorporating contemporary “agrihood” design and planning themes. Beyond rural aesthetics, The Farm in Poway incorporates a working farm, edible landscapes, community gardens, butterfly gardens, multi- use trails, the event and education center, swim and tennis center, and other amenities into a vibrant, active residential community. Portions of the site offer spectacular views of Poway and the surrounding mountains and open space.
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5.1 Community Design Framework Plan
The community is organized by a series of experiences including the following organizational elements:
• Espola Road Scenic Corridor
• Primary Community Entry
• Event Barn, The Social, and Education Center
• Residential Clusters
• The Club
• The Meadow and Dog Park
• Conservation Open Space, which includes Agrifields, Community and Specialty gardens, trails, and other amenities
Exhibit 5.1 Community Design Framework Plan depicts The Farm in Poway’s organization and landscape themes, its entries, connections to the surrounding communities, general land uses, open spaces, amenities, natural features, and scenic vistas. This exhibit illustrates one possible design solution. However, this may be modified over time to incorporate City and community comments and in response to community preferences.
5.1.1 Espola Road Scenic Corridor
As previously described in Chapter 4:
Mobility, the City of Poway designated
Espola Road as a scenic roadway with a
50-foot structural setback requirement in
order to “…preserve, enhance and
showcase the community’s rural history
and image.”. This 50-foot buffer is
utilized to buffer the residential
development and provide room for a
naturalistic style of landscaping. Large
scale trees and screening shrubs will be
arranged in an informal manner and the
Espola Trail will meander within the
setback.
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Exhibit 5.1: Community Design Framework Plan
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5.1.2 Primary Community Entry
The primary entry to the Specific Plan area is from Espola Road at the Martincoit Road intersection as depicted in Exhibit 5.2: Primary Community Entry.
Flanking the entry road Street “A” are two gateway structures consisting of a vertical board and batten element that reflects shapes and materials from the Event Barn and a board and batten sign panel on a rustic stone base and pilaster. The west gateway includes the project identification signage and the east gateway features only the project logo. The gateways are set back 70 feet from Espola Road, located just beyond the open space easement, to provide adequate clearance from Espola Trail and sufficient room for accent landscaping.
Fencing extends from the gateway structure pilaster to the east and west boundary lines, paralleling Espola Road. An enhanced crosswalk for Espola Trail completes the entry before the gateways.
Beyond the gateways, matching three-foot high stone garden walls curve towards the roadway. The west wall is a low retaining planter wall. The east wall is topped with sound attenuating glass to shield the Event Lawn from road noise while allowing views of the Event Barn and Social. An informal, theme- inspired landscape completes the entry statement.
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5.1.3 Event Barn, The Social, and Education Center
While set back from Espola Road the Event Barn and Educational Center provide a series of iconic structural first statements for the community. The Event Barn provides indoor and outdoor spaces for social, educational and entertainment events such as receptions, parties, seminars, and small concerts.
A stacked stone and glass sound wall separates the public Espola Road streetscape from the private event space of the Event Barn. Informal clusters of trees soften the architecture and tie the structures to the new and existing community. The Event Center also allows for a café or restaurant, referred to as The Social, that is open to the public and shares an outdoor patio with the Event Barn. It is anticipated that The Social can provide catering for receptions and parties with outdoor spaces for gathering and music.
Design Guidelines for these buildings are provided in Chapter 6 and a conceptual elevation of the Event Barn is provided below.
Conceptual Rendering of the Event Barn
The Education Center provides a venue for non-profit organizations to deliver community education to schools and the general public through tours and classes, a nursery and/or greenhouse for pollinator and native plants, a butterfly conservatory, and similar uses that promote conservation, awareness, and ecologically sensitive lifestyles. Buildings associated with the Education Center should also conform to the Architectural Design Guidelines provided in Chapter
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5.1.4 Residential Clusters
Homes within The Farm in Poway are similar in size and scale to the existing adjacent homes and fit well into the existing community character and density.
Unlike many new residential developments, however, The Farm in Poway clusters home sites to create small enclaves separated by large expanses of agricultural open space and common amenity areas. Lot sizes and configurations are creatively designed to provide a diverse mix of housing types and sizes. This variety in housing types makes homeownership attainable and desirable to a wider range of household types, lifestyles, and incomes while ensuring a visually diverse streetscape and community.
The clustering of residential lots is deliberately designed to maintain a spacious feel throughout the community by providing a minimum 50 to 100-foot separation between existing homes and new homes within the Specific Plan. These ample setbacks maintain a sense of openness, respect the privacy and lifestyle of existing residents, and support an agrarian character. In addition, development standards limit the size of second floors in relationship to the size of the first floor to reduce massing and create a predominantly single-story experience along the street. Many homes are sited on single-loaded streets to provide expansive views and maintain a feeling of being in the country. Each housing type is described in greater detail in Chapter 3. In addition, architectural design guidelines provided in Chapter 6 identify acceptable architectural styles, materials, massing, and more that ensure residential development is consistent with the existing neighborhood and supports the agrarian design theme.
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5.1.5 The Club Overlay District
The Club is located in the heart of the
community to provide recreational, fitness
and social amenities for residents of The
Farm in Poway. The Club will be
professionally operated by a recreational
management firm and will also be available
to residents of surrounding communities on
a membership basis. The Club may include, recreation courts, swimming, and other fitness amenities as well as community rooms and locker facilities. The contemporary agrarian styling of the buildings and informal and rustic landscape will be restive and inviting. Remnants of stacked stone walls will provide a thematic connection to the Event and Education Center. Parking facilities and the majority of the recreation courts will be screened from adjacent residences by a masonry sound wall that is further screened with trees, shrubs and vines. The community trail will be directly accessed from The Club.
1) Purpose of The Club Overlay District . The provisions of this section 5.1.5 provide custom development criteria and uses for the development of The Club Property such as setbacks, parking and landscape space requirements, hours of operation, and signage requirements.
2) Overview of The Club. The C lub Property has a Land Use designation of OS -R (The Club) and is located in the heart of the Farm in Poway community to provide recreational, fitness and social amenities for residents of The Farm in Poway on a paid membership basis. The Club will be professionally operated by a recreational management firm and will also be available to residents of surrounding communities on a paid membership basis. The Club may include outdoor recreation courts, locker facilities, outdoor pools and spas, outdoor café/bistro with liquor sales, outdoor child’s play area, indoor and outdoor exercise areas, and use of the Club Property for child care, hair salon, day spa, medi -spa, café (for on -premises and off- premises consumption), chiropractic c are, physical therapy, sale of health and fitness -related merchandise and any other use related to a healthy way of life. The contemporary agrarian styling of the buildings and informal and rustic landscape will be restive and inviting. Parking facilities and the majority of the recreation courts will be screened from adjacent residences that are less than 100’ from The Club’s parking facility or recreation courts by a masonry sound wall that is further screened with trees, shrubs and vines. The community trail will be directly accessed from The Club.
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3) Description of the Property Subject to The Club Overlay District . The provisions of this The Club Overlay District section shall apply to The Club Property only. The Club Property is an approximately 6.9-acre parcel, identified in Exhibit 3.1 as The Club with the current address of 17156 Goodeve Dr, Poway, CA 92064, County of San Diego APN 273-932-23-00.
4) Applicability of the Club Overlay District . The standards contained in this Specific Plan as well as other applicable General Plan and zoning policies and provision shall apply, unless specifically modified by this section or Table 5.1.1, Development Standards for The Club Overlay District.
Table 5.1.1: Development Standards for The Club Overlay District Minimum Building Setbacks. The Minimum Building Setback in Table 3.3 shall not apply to Non-Enclosed Roofed-Over Area Structures for The Club and shall be as follows. All other provisions in Table 3.3 shall apply to The Club.
Minimum Building Setbacks for
Non-Enclosed Roofed-Over Area
Structures
The Minimum Building Setback for Non-
Enclosed Roofed-Over Area Structures
from other Structures, Buildings, or Non-
Enclosed Roofed-Over Area Structures
within The Club Overlay District shall be
0 ft. All other Minimum Building Setbacks
in Table 3.3 shall apply to The Club.
Hours of Operation. The Open Space Standards for Hours of Operation in Section
3.2.3(4) shall not apply to The Club. The Club Hours of Operation shall be as follows:
The Club Hours of Operation Hours of operation for outdoor activities at the Club shall be restricted to between
7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. weekdays,
weekends, and holidays unless otherwise
specified herein. Hours of operation for
closed door and window indoor
operations at the Club shall be restricted
to between 5:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. Any
exceptions to these time limits shall be
subject to a temporary use permit
granted by the Director of Development
Services.
Noise Level. The Noise level for The Club will comply with Section 3.2.3(6). The noise level emanating from The Club shall not exceed a CNEL of 60.0. To meet this requirement, The Club will maintain the following levels for outdoor speakers:
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outdoor fitness speakers at 85dBa measured at 1 meter; pool deck speakers at 75 dBa measured at 1 meter.
Parking. The Non-Residential Off-Street Parking and Loading standards in Sections
3.5.3(7) and 3.5.3(11) shall not apply to The Club and shall be replaced as follows for The Club. All other provisions in Section 3.5.3 shall apply to The Club.
Number of Parking Spaces (3.5.3(7)) Principal Uses that are open to or accessible by the public shall provide the
minimum number of parking spaces for
each Principal Use as specified in Table
3.11: Number of Parking Spaces Required
- Non-Residential Uses based on the
Gross Floor Area of the Principal Use.
Parking shall not be required for
accessory or incidental uses.
Loading Spaces - 3.5.3(11) No loading spaces shall be required for The Club.
Landscaping. The Landscaping standards in Sections 3.6(5) shall not apply to The Club and shall be replaced as follows for The Club. All other provisions in Section 3.6 shall apply to The Club.
Parking Lot Landscaping - 3.6(5) Landscaping in parking areas for The Club shall include a minimum of one 15-gallon
tree for every four parking spaces. Large
planting islands every eight to 10 spaces
are encouraged.
Lighting. The Lighting Regulations in Sections 3.7 shall not apply to The Club and shall be replaced as follows for the Club. All other provisions in Section 3.7 shall apply to The Club.
Illumination (3.7(1)) All outdoor light fixtures, including but not limited to illuminated signage,
decorative building or landscape lighting,
illuminated recreational facilities, and
parking lot lighting within The Club
Property, shall be turned off between the
hours of 11:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m., except
when used for security purposes,
illumination of roadways, sidewalks,
equipment yards and similar safety-
related application, but only for as long as
such facility is open.
Light Timing Devices (3.7(2)) Automatic timing devices shall be integrated into all new or modified
lighting systems to turn off lights during
non-operational hours at The Club,
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except as required for security or by City
Ordinance.
Signs. The Sign Regulations in Sections 3.11 and 5.7.2 shall not apply to The Club and shall be replaced as follows for The Club:
Signs for The Club. The Club may have up to one (1)
Monument sign on The Club Property
that does not exceed 70 square feet and
up to one (1) brand sign on The Club
building that does not exceed 70 square
feet. All other exterior facing signs at The
Club shall not exceed 20 square feet.
There shall be no limit on internal facing
signage.
5.1.6 The Meadow, Amphitheater and Dog Park
The Meadow is a community
recreational and entertainment facility
that will include a small grass
amphitheater, large passive grass
areas, picnicking facilities, and large
shade trees.
Located immediately east of The Club,
The Meadow will work synergistically in
support of the Event and Education
Center and the working farm. The
outdoor performance space may also be
available for use by local community members.
Also located within The Meadow is a 10,000 square foot dog park. The dog park is divided to provide separate large and small dog sections and includes shade trees, benches and a drinking fountain with dog bowls.
5.1.7 Conservation Open Space and Amenities
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Conservation Open Space at The Farm in Poway is extensive and provides a buffer between existing homes and new residences and amenities, view corridors to the greater Poway area and the surrounding mountains, large areas for community and specialty gardens, and numerous recreational opportunities. The rustic and informal landscape is drought tolerant, adaptive to the local climate and soils, and reinforces the rural character of the community. All new and existing landscaping will comply with brush management and defensible space requirements of the Poway Fire Department. Please also refer to Section 3.12:
Fire Prevention Regulations.
Conservation open space within the Specific Plan includes a variety of amenities that support the community design theme. As illustrated in Exhibit 5.3:
Conceptual Open Space Plan and Table 5.1: Conservation Open Space Summary, amenities are envisioned to include community gardens, specialty gardens, Agrifields, a tot lot, and trails, to complement the other organizational design elements of the community to create an interconnected network of active and passive recreation and a scenic backdrop for the Specific Plan area and surrounding neighborhoods.
Table 5.1: Conservation Open Space Summary
Acreage1
Community Gardens 1.20
Agrfields (plantable area only) 11.82
Tot Lot 0.26
Trails 5.62
Specialty Gardens and Landscaping 24.52
Landscape Slopes 8.10
Water Quality Basins 4.20
Total 55.72
1. Acreages may vary at final design.
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Exhibit 5.3: Conceptual Open Space Plan
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A. Community Gardens
Community gardens are located strategically throughout open space areas, providing all residents a garden plot within easy walking distance of their home.
The community gardens provide planting beds, water and support facilities for residents to grow fruits and vegetables in a professionally operated and maintained area. Residents will sign up to use gardening plots and will be responsible for the maintenance and harvesting of their plots. The Community Association will maintain garden common areas, vacant plots and surrounding landscape. Attractive wood and wire fencing will keep out rabbits and wayward pets. Small tool sheds will store the tools and materials required to maintain a high functioning community garden. Gardens will be surrounded by drought tolerant landscapes comprised of edible plants, butterfly plants, succulents and attractive natives. Community gardens are both attractive and useful community amenities.
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B. Agrifields
The Agrifieds will consist of a
working farm, planned to
include an iconic barn for a farm
operations office and equipment
and material storage, and
terraced fields. Outdoor
educational amenities may also
be provided to engage
residents and the community
through volunteer opportunities,
educational experiences, field
trips, internships and more. The Agrifields will be a professionally managed and may include a community supported agricultural amenity. Potential crops for the fields include vegetables, herbs, botanicals, vineyards, flowers, and florist’s foliage. The Agrifields may also host temporary events such as harvesting festivals or pick-your-own events, where residents and neighbors can assist in harvesting crops and/or pick crops to take home.
The design and operation of the Agrifields will minimize potential impacts on existing residences and proposed new residences. Uses shall be limited to agriculture and horticulture purposes including the cultivation and harvesting of ornamental plants, flowers and vegetation, herbs, medicinal plants, and other food producing crops as described in Section 3.2.3.A. The Agrifields will be separated from residences by a minimum 10-foot wide landscape buffer and operational buildings such as offices, equipment storage areas, barns, greenhouses, and other accessory structures will be at least 50 feet from existing adjacent residential property surrounding The Farm in Poway. Farm operations hours will be limited and equipment will meet noise guidelines as regulated by the City. Refer to Chapter 3 for a full list of permitted uses, regulations, and conditions.
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C. Tot Lot
A tot lot that is strategically located near
many residences in the Specific Plan
area to provide a space for younger
children to play and families to gather.
D. Trails
An extensive trail system provides
walkers, hikers, bicyclists and
equestrians 3.8 miles of trails and access
to surrounding communities. Numerous trail “respite” areas provide seating, shade and a chance for users to relax and enjoy the outdoors. Trails are described in greater detail in Chapter 4: Mobility.
E. Specialty Gardens and Landscaping
The balance of conservation open space will consist of water quality basins and features and landscaped areas. Many new communities are landscaped with standard drought tolerant, adaptive and native plants. While these plants will be a part of The Farm in Poway’s conservation open space landscape palette, it will also include specialty gardens, which enrich and educate the community.
Butterfly gardens provide plants that attract pollinators such as butterflies and hummingbirds. Plants may include Bishop’s lace, milkweed, mallow, lantana, monkeyflower, lupine, yarrow, buddleja and sages.
Succulent gardens include sculptural, low water use plants such as agave, aloe, yucca, echeveria, aeonium and euphorbias. Edible landscapes include ornamental landscape plantings that can be eaten or used as herbs or for medicinal purposes. The edible landscape may include sweet bay, lavenders, oregano, mint thyme, elderberry and currant.
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5.2 Parkland Requirements
Parks, trails, and recreational facilities play a key role in supporting the vision for The Farm in Poway by offering opportunities to be active and interact with family and the community. In accordance with the PMC, “A ratio of five park acres to 1,000 population, in accordance with the adopted park and recreation element of the City’s general plan shall be used to compute the amount of land to be dedicated.” Based on Poway’s average household size from the 2010 Census, The Department of Finance estimates that Poway’s household size in 2019 is approximately 3.12 persons per household (E-5 estimates dated 1/1/2019).
Table 5.2: Park Land Requirement illustrates how the total number of park space required is calculated, resulting in a total of approximately 2.5 acres.
Table 5.2: Park Land Requirement
Household
Type
Number of
Units
Population
(Pop.) per
Household
Total
Pop.
Required Park
Ratio
Total Park
Acreage
Required
Total
Homes
160 3.12 500 5 acres per
1000 pop.
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Park requirements within the Specific Plan area are fulfilled by the multitude of recreational amenities provided in both the Recreational Open Space and Conservation Open Space. Although these amenities are privately owned and maintained, the PMC allows 50 percent of private recreation facilities to be counted towards the required amount of park acreage (Credit Acreage).
Furthermore, these facilities will be open to the public, thereby meeting park and recreational demands. As demonstrated in Table 5.3: Park Land Provided, recreational and trail facilities in the Specific Plan provide 9.64 acres of parkland, exceeding the minimum park area required by 7.14 acres.
Table 5.3: Park Land Provided
Recreation Facility
Facility Name Acreage Credit Acreage
OSR-1 Event Barn 0.87 0.44
OSR-2 Vivarium 0.70 0.35
OSR-3 Greenhouse 0.72 0.36
OSR-4 TBD 0.20 0.10
OSR-5 Classroom 0.41 0.21
OSR-6 The Social 1.78 0.89
OSR-7 The Club 6.85 3.43
OSR-8 The Meadow and Dog Park 3.13 1.57
Tot Lot 0.26 0.13
Recreational Facility Subtotal 14.92 7.48
Trails
Trail Type Total Length
(LF) Acreage Credit Acreage
9' D.G. Trail 2,030 0.42 0.21
10' D.G. or Earth Trail 13,776 3.16 1.58
6-15’ D.G. Access Trail 1,990 0.46 0.23
Combined SDCWA
Road/Trail (Trail portion only)
2,515
1.29 0.14
Trails Subtotal 20,311 5.33 2.16
Total Park Acreage Provided 9.64
Total Park Acreage Required 2.5
Surplus Provided 7.14
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5.3 Landscaping and Plant Palettes
In support of a consistent community theme and
reinforcement of the rural character of the area, the
following plant palette provides a unified list of trees, shrubs, succulents, and ground covers for use in
public or publicly viewable spaces. Refer to Exhibit
5.4. Landscape Concept Plan, and the following
Landscape Palettes for a detailed listing of proposed
plants. The Landscape Palettes may be modified
with the approval of both the Director of
Development Services and the Fire Chief.
Street trees are the backbone of the landscape.
Street trees are arranged in pairs, an evergreen and
a deciduous tree, and placed in an informal pattern
by street or section of street to develop a theme for
specific areas. Thematic landscape is a somewhat
refined palette of ornamental and native plants that require a little more water, a little more care, but are emblematic of a rural landscape with year- round appeal.
The open space plant palette consists of numerous native and some adaptive plants that require little water or maintenance and provide an attractive backdrop consistent with the project’s rural theme. Slopes are planted primarily with deep rooting, wide spreading shrubs and ground covers with some trees to protect the slopes from erosion. Non-slope areas are planted with an informal mix of trees, shrubs, ground covers, grasses and accents to create spaces, frame views and provide shade and a place of rest along the trails.
The basin landscape consists of two separate palettes – the basin bottom and slopes. The basin bottom palette consists primarily of grasses, perennials and forbs that adapt to periodic inundation. They help remove silt, debris and toxins from the urban runoff that is directed through the basin before the water is sent downstream through the existing storm drain system. The slope palette consists of two components – a lower slope palette of shrubs, grasses and perennials that adapt to short periods of inundation and an upper slope palette of riparian-type slope erosion control plants.
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Note that this plant list, except for plants utilized for agricultural purposes, is subject to conformance with the conformance with the Landscape and Irrigation Design Manual and the PMC. If no species are identified that conform to City standards, then species listed as appropriate in the Landscape and Irrigation Design Manual may be selected.
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Exhibit 5.4: Landscape Concept Plan
Not to Scale
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Tree Legend
G Deciduous Street Tree
• Evergreen Street Tree
~ Accent Tree
• Deciduous Open Space Tree
• Evergreen Open Space Tree
(D Event Barn/ Social
0 Butterfly Education Garden
0 The Club
G) The Meadow/Arrphitheater
(D Tot Lot
® Commmity Garden
@ Trail Respite
(jJ) Dog Park
@ Existing Oak to Remain
..__,.==~ ____ ,.., @ 24' Wide D.G. Emergency/
SDCWA Access Road
(j] Working Farm Building
• Primary Monument Sign
• Secondary Monument Sign
r,'i'.:::C;,:j Active/ Passive Turf
- Thematic Landscape
- Open Space Landscape
- Slopes
ffi[J Basins
D Agriculture
- D.G.Trail
- Concrete Trail
- SDCWA Access Road
Note: Off-weetparkirg opposite
residential zora:s shall te screened wirh3'
/anctcq,ed beims.
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STREET TREES
Espola Road
PISTACIA CHINENSIS / Chinese Pistache
PLATANUSACERIFOLIA 'COLUMBIA ' / London Plane
QUERCUS ILEX / Holly Oak
Interior Streets - Evergreen Trees
ARBUTUS X 'MARINA'/ Marina Strawberry Tree
CASSIA LEPTOPHYLA / Gold Medallion Tree
LOPHOSTEMON CONFERTUS / Brisbane Box
MAGNOLIA GRANDI FLORA 'RUSSET'/ Russet Southern Magnolia QUERCUS ILEX / Holly Oak
RHUS LANCEA / African Sumac
Interior Streets - Deciduous Trees
HANDROANTHUS IMPETIGINOSUS / Pink Trumpet Tree
JACARANDA MIMOSIFOLIA / Jacaranda
KOELREUTERIA BIPI NNATA / Chinese Flame Tree
PISTACIA CHINENSIS / Chinese Pistache
ULMUS PARVIFOLIA 'TRUE GREEN' /True Green Elm
Accent Trees
BAU HI NIA VARIEGATA / Purple O rchid Tree
CERCIS CANADENSIS 'FOREST PANSY' / Forest Pansy Redbud
LAGERSTROEMIA HYBRID/ Crape Myrtle
Garden Home Motor Court Trees
LAGERSTROEMIA HYBRID/ Crape Myrtle
MAGNOLIA 'LITTLE GEM' / Little Gem Magnolia
OLEA EUROPEA 'SWAN HILL' / Fruitless Olive
RHAPHIOLEPIS 'MAJESTIC BEAUTY' / Indian Hawthron
THEMATIC INTERIOR AND PARK PLANTING
Evergreen Trees
CINNAMOMUM CAMPHORA / Camphor Tree
HYMENOSPORUM FLAVUM / Sweetshade
LOPHOSTEMON CONFERTUS / Brisbane Box
MAGNOLIA GRANDI FLORA 'RUSSET'/ Russett Southern Magnolia QUERCUSAGRIFOLIA/ Coast Live Oak
ULM US PARVIFOLIA 'DYNASTY' I Chinese Evergreen Elm
PLATANU S RACEMOSA
California Sycamore
PISTACIA C HIN ESIS -
C hinese Plstache
A RBUT US X 'MARINA' -
A rbut us
MAGNO LIA 'RUSSET -
Russett Sout hern Magnolia
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THEMATIC INTERIOR AND PARK PLANTING
(CONTINUED)
Deciduous Trees
JACARANDA MIMOSIFOLIA / Jacaranda
PLATANUS RACEMOSA / California Sycamore
TIPUANATIPU /TipuTree
X CHITALPA TASHKENTENSIS / Chitalpa
ZELKOVA SERRATA 'VILLAGE GREEN' / Sawleaf Zelkova
Accent Trees
ALBIZIA JULIBRISSIN / Mimosa Tree
CHILOPSIS LINEARIS CULT./ Desert Willow Cultivars
HANDROANTHUS IMPETIGINOSUS / Pink Trumpet Tree
LAGERSTROEMIA HYBRID/ Crape Myrtle
Shrubs
ABELIA X GRANDI FLORA 'SHERWOODII ' / Dwarf Abelia
ACHILLEA 'MOONSHINE ' /Yarrow
AGAVE SP./ Agave Species ALOE SP. / Various Aloe Species ANIGOZANTHOS SP./ Kangaroo Paws
BUDDLEJA SP./ Butterfly Bush
CEANOTHUS SP./ Coast Lilac Species
CISTANTHE GRANDI FLORA/ Rock Purslane
CISTUS SP./ Rockrose
CRASSULA OVATA / Jade Plant
DIETES 'LEMON DROP' / Fortnight Lily
ESCHSCHOLZIA CALIFORNICA / California Poppy
FESTUCA MAIREI / Atlas Fescue
GALVEZIA SPECIOSA / Island Bush Snapdragon
HESPERALOE PARVIFLORA / Red Yucca
KNIPHOFIA UVARIA / Red Hot Poker
LAVAN DULA SP./ Lavender Species
LEUCOPHYLLUMVAR. /Texas RangerVarieties
MUHLENBERGIA RIG ENS/ Deer Grass
MYRTUS COMMUN IS 'COMPACTA ' I Dwarf Myrtle
PHORMIUMTENAXVAR./ New Zealand Flax
RHAMNUS CALIFORNICA 'LITTLE SUR'/ Little Sur Coffeeberry RHAPHIOLEPIS INDICA VAR. / Indian Hawthorn Varieties
JACARANDA MIMOSIFOLIA /
Jacaranda
LAGERSTROEMIA HYBRID -
Crape Myrtle
CEANOTHUS SP.
Coast Lilac Species
Photo Ray Hartman
RHAPHIOLEPIS INDICA
VAR.-
indian Hawthorn Varieties
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THEMATIC INTERIOR AND PARK
PLANTING (CONTINUED)
Groundcovers
BACCHARIS P. 'PIGEON POINT'/ Dwarf Coyote Bush
CARISSA M. 'GREEN CARPET' / Green Carpet Natal Plum
CEANOTHUS SP./ Coast Lilac Species
COPROSMA 'KIRKII' / Creeping Mirror Plant
CRASSULA MULTICAVA / Fairy Crassula
DYMONDIA MARGARETAE / Dymondia
ERIGERON KARVINSKIANUS / Santa Barbara Daisy
FRAGARIA CHILOENSIS / Ornamental Strawberry
GREVILLEA LANIGERA VAR/ Grevillea Varieties
MYOPORUM PARVIFOLIUM 'PINK' / Pink Myoporum
MYOPROUM X 'PACIFICA' /Trailing Myoporum
ROSMARINUS O.VAR / Rosemary Varieties
SATUREJA DOUGLASII / Yerba Buena
SENECIO SP./ Blue Chalksticks
THYMUS SP. /Thyme
Vines
DISTICTUS SP. /Trumpet Vine
JASMINUM SP./ Jasmine
LONICERA SP./ Honeysuckle
TRACHELOSPERMUM JASMINOIDES / Star Jasmine
WISTERIA SINENSIS /Wiste ria
Shade Tolerant Plants
BUXUS X 'CHICAGOLAND GREEN' / Glencoe Boxwood
COPROSMA REPENS / Mirror Plant
CYRTOMIUM FALCATUM / Holly Fern
DIANELLA CULTIVARS / Flax Lily Cultivars
HEUCHERA SP./ Coral Bells
MAHONIA E. 'SOFT CARESS' / Soft Caress Mahonia
MYRICA CALI FORNI CA/ Pacific Wax Myrtle
NANDINA D.VAR./ Heavenly Bamboo Varieties
PITTOSPORUM CRASSIFOLIUM / Karo
POLYSTICHUM MUNITUM /Western Sword Fern
RIBESVIBURNIFOLIUM / Catalina Currant
SYMPHORICARPOS ALBA/ Snowberry
BACCHARIS P.
'PIGEON POINT' -
Dwari Coyote Bush
CRASSULA MULTIC AVA
Fairy C rassu la
W ISTERIA SINENSIS -
Wisteria
HEUCHERA SP. -
Coral Bells
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OPEN SPACE AND SLOPE PLANTING
Trees
CERATONIA SILIQUA / Carob Tree
CHILOPSIS LINEARIS CULT./ Desert Willow Cultivars
LAGERSTROEMIA HYBRID/ Crape Myrtle
PLATANUS RACEMOSA / California Sycamore
PROSOPIS GLANDULOSA 'MAVERICK' /Thornless Mesquite
PRUNUS ILICIFOLIA LYONII / Catalina Cherry
QUERCUS AGRIFOLIA / Coast Live Oak
QUERCUS ILEX / Holly Oak
QUERCUS SUBER/ Cork Oak
RHUS LANCEA / African Sumac
X CHITALPA TASHKENTENSIS / Chitalpa
Shrubs
ABELIA X GRANDI FLORA 'SHERWOODII' / Dwarf Abelia
AGAVE SP. / Agave Species
ALOE SP. /Various Aloe Species
ALOE STRIATA / Coral Aloe
ANIGOZANTHOS SP./ Kangaroo Paws
ATRIPLEX LENTIFORMIS BREWERII / Quail Bush
BUDDLEJA SP./ Butterfly Bush
CAESAPLINIA GILLIESII / Bird of Paradise Bush
CALLIANDRA CALIFORNICA / Baja Fairy Duster
CEANOTHUS SP./ Coast Lilac Species
CISTUS SP./ Rockrose Species
DIETES 'LEMON DROP'/ Fortnight Lily
EPILOBIUM CANUM / California Fuchsia
FESTUCA MAIRE! / Atlas Fescue
GALVEZIA SPECIOSA / Island Bush Snapdragon
GREVILLEA SP./ Grevillea Species
HESPERALOE PARVIFLORA / Red Yucca
KNIPHOFIA UVARIA / Red Hot Poker
LANTANA SP./ Lantana Species
LAVANDULA SP./ Lavender Species
LEUCOPHYLLUM SP./ Texas Ranger Species
MUHLENBERGIA RI GENS/ Deer Grass
PHORMIUMTENAXVAR./ New Zealand Flax
RHAMNUS CALI FORNI CA 'LITTLE SUR'/ Little Sur Coffeeberry SALVIA SP./ Salvia Species
CHILOPSIS LINEARIS
CULT. -
Desert Willow Cu ltivars
QUERCUS AGRIFOLIA -
Coast Live Oak
HESPERALOE PARVIFLORA -
Red Yucca
SALVIA SP. -
Salvia Species
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Fuel Modification Zones
SLOPE PLANTING (CONTINUED)
Zone B Shrubs and Perennials (under 24" high)
ACHILLEA 'MOONSHINE'/ FernleafYarrow
AGAVE SP. / Agave Species
ARCTOSTAPHYLOS 'PACIFIC MIST'/ Pacific Mist Manzanita
CEANOTHUS G. H.'YANKEE POINT'/ Coast Lilac
CISTANTHE GRANDI FLORA/ Rock Purslane
CISTUS SALVIIFOLIUS 'PROSTRATUS' / Sageleaf Rockrose
ESCHSCHOLZIA CALIFORNICA / California Poppy
IVA HAYESIANA / San Diego Poverty Weed
LOTUS SCOPARIUS / Deerweed
MIMULUS AURANTIACUS / Monkey Flower
PENSTEMON SPECTABILIS / Showy Penstemon
SANTOLI NA CHAMAECYPARISSUS / Lavender Cotton
SALVIA SONOMENSIS / Creeping Sage
Groundcovers
ARCTOSTAPHYLOS UVA-URSI 'GREEN SUPREME' / Manzanita
BACCHARIS P. 'PIGEON POINT'/ Dwarf Coyote Bush
CEANOTHUS 'CENTENNIAL' / Centennial Coast Lilac
CEANOTHUS G. 'HEART'S DESIRE' / Pt. Reyes Ceanothis
COTONEASTER DAMMERI 'LOWFAST' / Lowfast Bearberry
CRASSULA MUL TICAVA I Fairy Crassula
ERIGERON KARVINSKIANUS / Santa Barbara Daisy
FRAGARIA CHILOENSIS / Ornamental Strawber ry
LANTANA MONTEVIDENS IS / Purple Trailing Lantana
MYOPORUM PARVIFOLIUM 'PINK' / Pink Myoporum
MYOPROUM X 'PACIFICA' /Trailing Myoporum
SALVIA SONOMENSIS / Creeping Sage
ACHILLEA 'MOONSHINE' -
Fern leaf Yar row
LOTU S SCOPARIUS -
Deerweed
CEANOTHUS
'CENTENNI A L' -
Centennial Coast Lilac
Photo Monrovia
MYOPO RUM PA RVIFOLIUM
' PINK'-
Pink Myopo rum
Photo Village Nurseries
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AGRICULTURE /COMMUNITY GARDEN/
EDIBLE PLANTS
In addition to standard vegetables and herbs, the following may be grown:
Trees
CITRUS RETICULATA 'GOLD NUGGET'/ Mandarin Orange
CITRUS X AURANTIIFOLIA 'BEARSS SEEDLESS' / Seedless Lime CITRUS 'IMPROVED MEYER'/ Meyer Lemon
ERIOBOTRYAJAPONICA / Loquat
FEIJOA SELLOWIANA / Pineapple Guava
FICUS CARI CA 'MISSION' / Mission Fig
JUGLANS CALIFORNICA / California Walnut
LAURUS NOBILIS / Sweet Bay
MALUS DOMESTICA 'HONEYCRISP' / HoneycrispApple
PUNICA GRANATUM 'WONDERFUL' / Pomegranate
PRU NUS PERSICA 'SANTA BARBARA' / Santa Barbara Peach
Shrubs / Perennials
ARBUTUS UNEDO 'COMPACTA' I Dwarf Strawberry Tree
ALLIUM SCHOENOPRASUM / Chives
ALOYSIA TRIPHYLLA / Lemon Verbena
CAPSICUM ANNUUM 'CHILLY CHILI' / Ornamental Chili
CARISSA MACROCARPA 'TOMLINSON' / Natal Plum
CYMBOPOGON CITRATUS / Lemon Grass
CYNARA SCOLYMUS 'IMPROVED GREEN GLOBE' / Arti choke
EUCALYPTUS 'MOON LAGOON ' / Florist 's Malee
HAMAMELIS VIRGINIANA / Witc h Hazel
LAVANDULA DENTATA / French Lavender
LAVANDULA STOECHAS / Spanish Lavender
RIBES RUBRUM 'RED LAKE' / Red Lake Current
ROSA DAMASCENA / Otto Rose
SAMBUCUS CANADENSIS 'ADAMS' I Elderberry
SAMBUCUS NIGRA / Elderberry
SIMMONDSIA CHINENSIS / Jojoba
THYMUS VULGARIS / English Thyme
VACCINIUM CORYMBOSUM VAR./ Blueberry
CITRUS RETICULATA
'GOLD NUGGET ' -
Mandarin Orange
Photo Citrus ID
FICUS CA RICA 'MISSIO N' -
Mission Fig
Photo Monrovia
LAVANDU LA DENTATA
French Lavender
SIMMONDSIA CHINENSIS -
Jojoba
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AGRICULTURE /COMMUNITY GARDEN/
EDIBLE PLANTS (CONTINUED)
Groundcovers
ACHILLEA MILLEFOLIUM /Yarrow
ARNI CA CHAMISSONIS / Meadow Arnica
FRAGARIA X ANANASSA VAR./ Strawberry
CHAMAEMELUM NOBILE/ Roman Chamomile
HELICHRYSUM ITALICUM / Curry Plant
MENTHA PIPERITA / Pepperming
ORIGANUM VULGARE / Italian Oregano
TARAXACUM OFFICINALE / Dandelion
THYMUS X CITRIODORUS 'AUREUS' / Golden Lemon Thyme
THYMUS SERPYLLUM 'MAGIC CARPET'/ Creeping Thyme
FRAGA RIA X ANANAS SA
VAR. -
Strawberry
THYMU S SERPYLLUM
'MAGIC CARPET' -
Creeping Thyme
Phot Monrovia
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5.4 Street Furniture and Lighting
Street furniture helps set the community theme, provides locations for rest and reflection, and encourages walking and other recreational activities. In keeping with the community architectural style, site furnishings are modern renditions of classic designs. Benches are a clean, modern take on the classic park bench.
Tables include simple plank style tops and seats that are attractive and rugged.
Trash and recycle receptacles will match the benches and tables.
Modern renditions of classic designs also include site
lighting utilizing modern LED and light shielding
technology to illuminate the streets. The modern
lighting technology will promote dark skies while
providing the illumination for safety. Please refer to
Exhibit 5.5. Conceptual Lighting Plan.
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Exhibit 5.5: Conceptual Lighting Plan
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Legend
• Private Street Light
EB Street Signal with Street Light
Note: Lighting design is conceptual and subject to
change and approval by the Director of Development
Service.
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5.5 Wall and Fence Design
Walls and fencing provide safety, privacy and contribute to the community style and theme. Refer to Exhibit 5.6: Wall and Fencing Concept Plan for proposed wall and fence locations. At The Farm in Poway, walls are slump block masonry with a light plaster finish. Decorative caps and pilasters provide a rustic elegance for the walls and narrow planters at the wall base allow for ornamental planting to soften the walls. Where parking lots are located near residences, masonry walls block the noise and light generated in the parking lot. Masonry back and side yard fencing is also recommended for residences adjacent to primary streets.
Combination masonry and glass view walls provide noise attenuation while allowing distant views.
Masonry Wall Masonry and Glass View Wall
Where higher elevation lots can take advantage of the spectacular views, tubular steel or wrought iron view fencing provides security while allowing open views of the distant landscape. Wood privacy fencing has a classic look that complements the rustic country feel of the community. Where wood fences are located in a high fire area or within five feet of a structure, the wood fencing will be constructed with fire resistive treated lumber.
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View Fence Privacy Fence
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Exhibit 5.6 Wall and Fencing Concept Plan
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6' High Stone and Glass
Sound W all
6' High Wood Privacy
Fence Per Section 3.8 ( I)
6' High Slump Block and ♦
Glass Sound Wall
Trash Enclosure -
Screened with 6' High
Masonry Wall
6' High Slump Block
W all
5' High Tubular Steel
View Fence
6' High Two-Rail Trail
Fence Along Espola
4' High Two-Rail Trail
Safety Fence, O ne Side
+ Equipment A rea -
Screened with 6' High
W ood Lattice Fence
orCMUwall
* 4' High Decorative
W ood and Wire Mesh
Fencing to Protect
Community Gardens
from W ildlife and Pets
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Peeler pole fencing is rustic, durable, and keeps pedestrians, bicyclists and equestrians on developed trails and out of sensitive or unsafe areas. Peeler pole fencing is used along trails and in open space areas where fencing is necessary for fall protection and parallel to Espola Road.
Stacked stone walls provide a rustic screening or sound wall that separate public event areas from streets and are also used as thematic devices to tie disparate parts of the planning area together.
Peeler Pole Fence Stacked Stone Wall
5.6 Parking Lot Design
Proper parking lot design provides safe and
accessible parking for vehicles, clear paths for
pedestrians, shade to minimize heat island
effects, and screening to reduce visual clutter.
Parking lots have a minimum of ten percent of
the parking lot landscaped and designed in
accordance with Section 3.5 for Parking
Regulations and Section 3.6 for Landscaping
Regulations. Where appropriate some smaller
lots may be paved with decomposed granite,
provided the aisles are paved. Permeable pavers may also be utilized.
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5.7 Secondary Signage
5.7.1 Secondary Community Entry
As depicted in the previous Exhibit 5.1: Community Design Framework Plan, secondary community entries are located at the intersection of Street “A” with Tam O’Shanter Drive and Street “E” with Boca Raton Lane. These entry signs will be smaller versions of the sign wall portion of the primary entry, shown in Exhibit 5.7.: Secondary Community Entry. The board and batten sign wall are set on a stone base, all to tie back to the primary entry and the Event Barn and Social.
Exhibit 5.7: Secondary Community Entry
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BOARD & BATTE
MONUMENT SIGN
BACKLIT BLACK--- ~ ~;;r- 7"1'
STEEL LETTERING
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5.7.2 I dentification and Wayfinding Signage
Internal signage and wayfinding will direct visitors and residents to key site amenities such as the Event Barn, Butterfly Education Center, The Club, and the Working Farm. Exhibit 5.8: Identification and Wayfinding Signage, depicts board and batten sign panels with a stone base that reflects the style of the primary and secondary entry signage. Simple post markers provide trail users with directional information to site amenities and off-site trail connections, as well as mileage markers for users tracking distances traveled. Signage not described herein shall conform the to the City of Poway’s Comprehensive Sign Regulations.
Exhibit 5.8: Identification and Wayfinding Signage
Not to Scale
Ordinance No. 870
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BACKLIT BLACK
BOARD & BATTE
MONUMENT SIGN
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STEEL LETTERING
5'-6''
August 6, 2024, Item #4
DATE:
TO:
FROM:
CONTACT:
SUBJECT:
Summary:
AG EN DA REPORT City of Poway
August 06, 2024
Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
Jeff Chumbley, Fire Chief ~
Andy Loperena, Deputy Fire Marshal
(858) 668-4471, or [email protected]
Fiscal Year 2023-24 Fire and Life Safety Inspection Report
CITY COUNCIL
In September 2018, California Senate Bill No. 1205 (SB 1205) was approved requiring every city, county, and special district providing fire protection services to report annually to its administering authority on the department's inspection of public and private schools, preschools, hotels, motels, apartments, residential care facilities, and places of detention for compliance with building standards.
There are 101 occupancies of these types in the City of Poway. From July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024, the Poway Fire Department conducted fire and life safety inspections of all 101 of the occupancies required by SB 1205.
Recommended Action:
It is recommended the City Council adopt a Resolution acknowledging receipt of the Fiscal Year 2023- 24 Fire and Life Safety Inspection Report.
Discussion:
California law requires that every city, county, and special district providing fire protection services to annually inspect and enforce specific building standards of certain structures classified as Group E, Group R, and Group I occupancies. These group of occupancies include public and private schools, preschools, hotels, motels, apartments, residential care facilities, and places of detention. The departments Fire Prevention Division conducts the fire and life-safety inspections of these occupancy classifications every year.
SB 1205 was introduced by the California Legislature following the 2016 Ghost Ship Fire in Oakland, CA that resulted in 36 deaths. SB 1205 was approved by the Governor, filed with the Secretary of State and became law effective September 27, 2018. SB 1205 requires every city, county, and special district providing fire protection services to report annually to its administering authority on the department's inspection of these occupancy classifications.
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SB 1205 requires this report to occur when the administering authority discusses its annual budget, or at another time determined by the administering authority. It also requires the administering authority to acknowledge receipt of the report in a resolution or similar formal document. For the purposes of SB 1205 the "administering authority'' means a city council, county board of supervisors, or district board.
Environmental Review:
This item is not subject to review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
Fiscal Impact:
None.
Public Notification:
None.
Attachments:
A. Resolution
Reviewed/Approved By:
Wendy K~erman
Assistant City Manager
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Reviewed By:
Alan Fenstermacher
City Attorney
Approved By:
Chr~
City Manager
August 6, 2024, Item #4
RESOLUTION
NO
. 24-
A
RESOLUTION
OF
THE
CITY
COUNCIL
OF
THE
CITY
OF
POWAY,
CALIFORNIA,
ACKNOWLEDGING
RECEIPT
OF
FISCAL
YEAR
2023-24
ANNUAL
REPORT
AND
COMPLIANCE
WITH
THE
ANNUAL
INSPECTIONS
REQUIRED
PURSUANT
TO
SECTIONS
13146.2
AND
13146
.3 OF
THE
CALIFORNIA
HEALTH
AND
SAFETY
CODE
WHEREAS
, California
Health
and
Safety
Code
Section
13146.4
was
added
in
2018
, and
became
effective
September
27,
2018
;
WHEREAS,
California
Health
and
Safety
Code
Sections
13146.2
and
13146.3
requires
all
fire
departments,
including
the
Poway
Fire
Department,
that
provide
fire
protection
services
to
perform
annual
inspections
in
every
building
used
as
a
public
or
private
school
, hotel
, motel,
lodging
house,
apartment
house,
and
certain
residential
care
facilities
for
compliance
with
building
standards,
as
provided;
WHEREAS,
California
Health
and
Safety
Code
Section
13146.4
requires
all
fire
departments
, including
the
Poway
Fire
Department
, that
provide
fire
protection
services
to
report
annually
to
its
administering
authority
on
its
compliance
with
Section
13146
.2
and
13146.3;
and
WHEREAS,
the
City
Council
intends
this
Resolution
to
fulfill
the
requirements
of
the
California
Health
and
Safety
Code
regarding
acknowledgment
of
the
Poway
Fire
Department's
compliance
with
California
Health
and
Safety
Code
Sections
13146
.2
and
13146
.3.
NOW
, THEREFORE,
BE
IT
RESOLVED
by
the
City
Council
of
the
City
of
Poway
as
follows
: SECTION
1: City
Council
expressly
acknowledges
the
measure
of
compliance
of
the
Poway
Fire
Department
with
the
California
Health
and
Safety
Code
Section
13146.2
and
13146.3
in
the
area
encompassed
by
the
City
of
Poway,
as
follows:
A.
EDUCATIONAL
GROUPE
OCCUPANCIES:
Educational
Group
E
Occupancies
, for
the
purpose
of this
resolution
, include
Group
E
occupancies.
Group
E
occupancies
are
buildings
or
structures
occupying
more
than
six
persons
at
any
time
for
educational
purposes
through
the
12th
grade,
to
include
public
and
private
schools
and
pre-schools.
Within
the
City
of
Poway,
there
are
42 Group
E
occupancies,
buildings,
structures
and/or
facilities
.
For
the
Fiscal
Year
(FY)
2023-24
annual
reporting,
the
Poway
Fire
Department
completed
the
annual
inspection
of
42 Group
E
Occupancies,
buildings,
structures
and/or
facilities
. This
is
a
completion
rate
of
100%
for
this
reporting
period
.
B.
RESIDENTIAL
GROUP
R
OCCUPANCIES:
Residential
Group
R
occupancies,
for
the
purposes
of
this
resolution,
includes
Groups
R-1,
R-2,
R-2.1
,
and
R-4
occupancies.
Residential
Group
R-1
occupancies
are
residential
occupancies
containing sleeping
units
where
the
occupants
are
primarily
transient
in
nature,
including
hotels
and
motels.
Residential
Group
R-2
occupancies
are
residential
occupancies
•
containing sleeping
units
or
more
than
two
dwelling
units
where
the
occupants
are
primarily
permanent
in
nature,
to
include
apartments
.
Residential
Group
R-2
.1/R-4
occupancies
are
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residential occupancies containing sleeping units where on a 24-hour basis who because of age, mental disability, or other reasons, live in a supervised residential environment that provides personal care services and custodial care. Within the City of Poway, there are 58 Group R-1, R- 2, and R-2.1/R-4 occupancies.
For the FY 2023-24 annual reporting, the Poway Fire Department completed the annual inspection of 58 Group R-1, R-2, and R-2.1/R-4 Occupancies, buildings, structures and/or facilities. This is a completion rate of 100% for this reporting period.
C. INSTITUTIONAL GROUP I OCCUPANCIES:
Institutional Group I occupancies, for the purpose of this resolution, includes Group 1-3 occupancies. Institutional Group 1-3 occupancies are buildings or structures which are inhabited by one or more persons who are under restraint or security. Within the City of Poway, there is 1 Group 1-3 occupancies, buildings, structures and or facilities.
For the FY 2023-24 annual reporting, the Poway Fire Department completed the annual inspection of 1 Group 1-3 occupancies, buildings, structures and/or facilities. This is a completion rate of 100% for this reporting period.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Poway, California on the 6th day of August, 2024 by the following vote, to wit:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAINED:
ABSENT:
DISQUALIFIED:
Steve Vaus, Mayor
ATTEST:
Carrie Gallagher, CMC, City Clerk
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August 6, 2024, Item #5
DATE:
TO:
FROM:
CONTACT:
SUBJECT:
Summary:
AG EN DA REPORT City of Poway
CITY COUNCIL
August 6, 2024
Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Co)rcil
Eric Heidemann, Director of Public Works {l ~
Will Wiley, Assistant Director of Public Works for Maintenance Operation . (858) 668-4705 or [email protected]
Award of Agreement to Superior Gate Services for Automatic Gate Inspection, Maintenance and Repair Services; RFP No. 24-028
A request for proposal (RFP) for Automatic Gate Inspection, Maintenance and Repair Services, RFP No. 24-028, was duly advertised on June 13 and June 20, 2024. One (1) proposal was received and opened on June 27, 2024. Staff reviewed the proposal submitted by Superior Gate Services (Superior Gate) and determined Superior Gate to be responsive and qualified to provide these services. The length of this Agreement shall be for two (2) years beginning on August 7, 2024, through June 30, 2026. The Agreement can be extended by a maximum of three (3) one-year terms.
Recommended Action:
It is recommended City Council award the Agreement for Automatic Gate Inspection, Maintenance and Repair Services, RFP No. 24-028, to Superior Gate Services and authorize the City Manager to execute the necessary documents.
Discussion:
There are 16 automatic gates at various facilities throughout the city that require inspections, preventive maintenance and as-needed repairs. The City issued a notice inviting proposals for automatic gate inspection, maintenance and repair services on June 13 and June 20, 2024, and proactively contacted companies to encourage submissions. One (1) proposal was received and opened on June 27, 2024. After reviewing the proposal, City staff selected Superior Gate as the contractor to provide automatic gate inspection, maintenance and as-needed repair services to the City. Superior Gate is the current provider of these services to the City and has met or exceeded all performance expectations. The following tables include the proposed fee schedule of the 16 automatic gates. The proposed agreement is 11 percent higher than the last approved agreement. 1 of 23
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Table 1: Biannual Inspection and Preventive Maintenance Biannual Inspection and Preventive Maintenance Rates
Item Facility Quantity Approximate Biannual
No. Size Inspection/Maintenance
1 City Hall 1 21' X 7' $125
Public Works
2 Administration 1 23' X 6' 8" $125
Building
3 Public Works 1 29' 6" X 6' 6" $125 Operations Center
4 Public Works Vehicle 2 19' X 6' 6" $125 x 2 gates = $250 Maintenance 5 Lake Poway Road 2 18' 6" X 6' 6" $125 x 2 gates= $250 Entrance/Exit 6 Public Works Material 1 25' X 7' 8" $125 Handling Yard 7 Fire Training Tower 1 24' 3" X 7' 8" $125
8 Fire Training Tower 1 7' 4" X 7' 4" $125
9 Poway Sheriff 1 33' 6" X 6' 6" $125 Substation
10 Poway Sheriff 2 21' 6" X 7' 3" $125 x 2 gates= $250 Substation 11 Fire Station 3 2 29' X 6' $125 x 2 gates= $250
12 Lester J. Berglund 1 17' 3" X 6' 8" $125 Water Treatment Plant TOTAL COST ALL SITES $2,000
Table 2: Hourly Rates
Hourly Rates
Mon-Fri After Hours & Item Service Type 7:00 a.m.-Saturday Sunday & Holidays No. 3:30 p.m. 13 1 technician, 1 vehicle $125 $175 $250
14 2 technician, 1 vehicle $200 $350 $150
The length of the proposed Agreement is two (2) years beginning August 7, 2024, through June 30, 2026. The Agreement may be extended subject to City Council appropriation of funds through a total of three (3) separate one-year terms. The maximum length of the Agreement would be up to five (5) years.
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Environmental Review:
This action is not subject to review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
Fiscal Impact:
Sufficient funds are budgeted in Fiscal Year 2024-25 Facilities Maintenance Division budget (415010- 43040) which includes $30,000 for Automatic Gate Inspection, Maintenance and Repair Services.
Public Notification:
None.
Attachments:
A. Standard Agreement
Reviewed/Approved By:
Wendy ,,a, erman
Assistant City Manager
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Reviewed By:
Alan Fenstermacher
City Attorney City Manager
August 6, 2024, Item #5
City of Poway
STANDARD AGREEMENT FOR SERVICES
This Agreement, entered into this 7th day of August 2024, by and between the CITY OF POWAY (hereinafter referred to as "City") and SUPERIOR GATE SERVICES (hereinafter referred to as "Contractor").
RECITALS
WHEREAS, City desires to obtain the services of Automatic Gate Inspection, Maintenance, and Repair Services for various City facilities which includes twice yearly inspections and preventive maintenance as well as as-needed repairs for the City's automatic gates;
WHEREAS, Contractor has represented that Contractor possesses the necessary qualifications to provide such services;
WHEREAS, City has authorized the preparation of an agreement to retain the services of Contractor as hereinafter set forth.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS MUTUALLY AGREED THAT CITY DOES HEREBY RETAIN CONTRACTOR ON THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
1. Scope of Services.
Contractor shall provide services as described in Exhibit "A" entitled "Special Provisions" attached hereto and made a part hereof.
2. Compensation and Reimbursement.
City shall compensate and reimburse Contractor as provided in Exhibit "A" entitled "Special Provisions" attached hereto and made a part hereof.
3. Term of Agreement.
The term of this Agreement shall be as described in Exhibit "A" entitled "Special Provisions" attached hereto and made a part hereof.
4. Termination.
This Agreement may be terminated with or without cause by City.
Termination without cause shall be effective only upon 60-day written notice to Contractor. During said 60-day period Contractor shall perform all consulting services in accordance with this Agreement. This Agreement may be terminated by City for cause in the event of a material breach of this Agreement, misrepresentation by Contractor in connection with the formation of this Agreement or the performance of services, or the 4of 23 ATTACHMENT A
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failure to perform services as directed by City. Termination for cause shall be effected by delivery of written notice of termination to Contractor. Such termination shall be effective upon delivery of said notice.
5. Confidential Relationship.
City may from time to time communicate to Contractor certain information to enable Contractor to effectively perform the services. Contractor shall treat all such information as confidential, whether or not so identified, and shall not disclose any part thereof without the prior written consent of the City. Contractor shall limit the use and circulation of such information, even within its own organization, to the extent necessary to perform the services. The foregoing obligation of this Paragraph 5, however, shall not apply to any part of the information that (i) has been disclosed in publicly available sources of information; (ii) is, through no fault of Contractor, hereafter disclosed in publicly available sources of information; (iii) is now in the possession of Contractor without any obligation of confidentiality; or (iv) has been or is hereafter rightfully disclosed to Contractor by a third party, but only to the extent that the use or disclosure thereof has been or is rightfully authorized by that third party.
Contractor shall not disclose any reports, recommendations, conclusions or other results of the services or the existence of the subject matter of this agreement without the prior written consent of the City. In its performance hereunder, Contractor shall comply with all legal obligations it may now or hereafter have respecting the information or other property of any other person, firm or corporation.
6. Office Space and Clerical Support.
Contractor shall provide its own office space and clerical support at its sole cost and expense.
7. Covenant Against Contingent Fees.
Contractor declares that it has not employed or retained any company or person, other than a bona fide employee working for Contractor, to solicit or secure this Agreement, that it has not paid or agreed to pay any company or person, other than a bona fide employee, any fee, commission, percentage, brokerage fee, gift or any other consideration, contingent upon or resulting from the award or making of the Agreement.
For breach of violation of this warranty, City shall have the right to annul this Agreement without liability, or, at its sole discretion, to deduct from the Agreement price or consideration, or otherwise recover the full amount of such fee, commission, percentage, brokerage fee, gift or contingent fee.
8. Ownership of Documents.
All memoranda, reports, plans, specifications, maps, and other documents prepared or obtained under the terms of this Agreement shall be the property of City and shall be delivered to City by Contractor upon demand.
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9. Conflict of Interest and Political Reform Act Obligations.
During the term of this Agreement Contractor shall not act as Contractor or perform services of any kind for any person or entity whose interest's conflict in any way with those of the City of Poway. Contractor shall at all times comply with the terms of the Political Reform Act and the local conflict of interest code. Contractor shall immediately disqualify itself and shall not use its official position to influence in any way any matter coming before the City in which the Contractor has a financial interest as defined in Government Code Section 87103. Contractor represents that it has no knowledge of any financial interests which would require it to disqualify itself from any matter on which it might perform services for the City.
"Contractor" means an individual who, pursuantto a contract with a state or local agency:
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(A) Makes a governmental decision whether to:
1. Approve a rate, rule or regulation;
2. Adopt or enforce a law;
3. Issue, deny, suspend, or revoke any permit, license, application, certificate, approval, order, or similar
authorization or entitlement;
4. Authorize the City to enter into, modify, or renew a contract provided it is the type of contract that requires City approval;
5. Grant City approval to a contract that requires City approval and to which the City is a party, or to the specifications for such a contract.
6. Grant City approval to a plan, design, report, study, or similar item;
7. Adopt, or grant City approval of, policies, standards, or guidelines for the City, or for any subdivision thereof; or (B) Serves in a staff capacity with the City and in that capacity participates in making a governmental decision as defined in the Political Reform Act and/or implementing regulations promulgated by the Fair Political Practices Commission or performs the same or substantially all the same duties for the City that would otherwise be performed by an individual holding a position specified in the City's Conflict of Interest Code.
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DISCLOSURE DETERMINATION:
[8J 1. Contractor will not be "making a government decision" or "serving in a staff capacity" as defined in Sections A and B above.
No disclosure required.
D 2. Contractor will be "making a government decision" or "serving in a staff capacity" as defined in Sections A and B above. As a result, Contractor shall be required to file a Statement of Economic Interest with the City Clerk of the City of Poway in a timely manner as required by law.
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10. No Assignments.
Neither any part nor all of this Agreement may be assigned or subcontracted, except as otherwise specifically provided herein, or to which City, in its sole discretion, consents to in advance thereof in writing. Any assignment or subcontracting in violation of this provision shall be void.
11. Maintenance of Records.
Contractor shall maintain all books, documents, papers, employee time sheets, accounting records, and other evidence pertaining to costs incurred and shall make such materials available at its office at all reasonable times during the agreement period and for three (3) years from the date of final payment under this Agreement, for inspection by City and copies thereof shall be furnished, if requested.
12. Independent Contractor.
At all times during the term of this Agreement, Contractor shall be an independent contractor and shall not be an employee of the City of Poway. City shall have the right to control Contractor only insofar as the results of Contractor's services rendered pursuant to this Agreement; however, City shall not have the right to control the means by which Contractor accomplishes such services.
13. Licenses, Permits, Etc.
Contractor represents and declares to City that it has all licenses, permits, qualifications, and approvals of whatever nature that are legally required to practice its profession. Contractor represents and warrants to City that Contractor shall, at its sole cost and expense, keep in effect at all times during the term of this Agreement, any license, permit, or approval which is legally required for Contractor to practice its profession.
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14. Contractor's Insurance.
Contractor shall provide insurance as set forth in Exhibit "A" entitled "Special Provisions" attached hereto and made a part hereof.
15. Indemnification.
(a) For Claims (as defined herein) other than those alleged to arise from Contractor's negligent performance of professional services, City and its respective elected and appointed boards, officials, officers, agents, employees and volunteers (individually and collectively, "lndemnitees") shall have no liability to Contractor or any other person for, and Contractor shall indemnify, protect and hold harmless lndemnitees from and against, any and all liabilities, claims, actions, causes of action, proceedings, suits, damages, judgments, liens, levies, costs and expenses, including reasonable attorneys' fees and disbursements (collectively "Claims"), which lndemnitees may suffer or incur or to which lndemnitees may become subject by reason of or arising out of any injury to or death of any person(s), damage to property, loss of use of property, economic loss or otherwise occurring as a result of Contractor's negligent performance under this Agreement, or by the negligent or willful acts or omissions of Contractor, its agents, officers, directors, sub-Contractors or employees.
(b) For Claims alleged to arise from Contractor's negligent performance of professional services, lndemnitees shall have no liability to Contractor or any other person for, and Contractor shall indemnify and hold harmless lndemnitees from and against, any and all Claims that lndemnitees may suffer or incur or to which lndemnitees may become subject by reason of or arising out of any injury to or death of any person(s), damage to property, loss of use of property, economic loss or otherwise to the extent occurring as a result of Contractor's negligent performance of any professional services under this Agreement, or by the negligent or willful acts or omissions of Contractor, its agents, officers, directors, sub-Contractors or employees, committed in performing any of professional services under this Agreement. For Claims alleged to arise from Contractor's professional services, Contractor's defense obligation to lndemnitees shall include only the reimbursement of reasonable defense costs and attorneys' fees to the extent caused by Contractor's negligence.
(c) The foregoing obligations of Contractor shall not apply to the extent that the Claims arise from the sole negligence or willful misconduct of City or its elected and appointed boards, officials, officers, agents, employees and volunteers. (d) In any and all Claims against City by any employees of the Contractor, anyone directly or indirectly employed by it or anyone for whose acts it may be liable, the indemnification obligation under this Section 15 shall not be limited in any way by any limitation on the amount or type of damages, compensation or benefits payable by or for the Contractor under worker's compensation acts, disability benefit acts or other employee benefit acts.
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(e) Contractor shall, upon receipt of written notice of any Claim, promptly take all action necessary to make a claim under any applicable insurance policy or policies Contractor is carrying and maintaining; however, if Contractor fails to take such action as is necessary to make a claim under any such insurance policy, Contractor shall reimburse City for any and all costs, charges, expenses, damages and liabilities incurred by City in making any claim on behalf of Contractor under any insurance policy or policies required pursuant to this Agreement.
(f) The obligations described in Section 15(a) through (e) above shall not be construed to negate, abridge or otherwise reduce any other right or obligation of indemnity which would otherwise exist as to any party or person indemnified pursuant to this Section
15. (g) The rights and obligations of the parties described in this Section 15 shall survive the termination of this Agreement.
16. Assumption of Risk.
Except for injuries to persons caused by the willful misconduct of any lndemnitee and not covered by insurance maintained, or required by this Agreement to be maintained, by Contractor: (a) Contractor hereby assumes the risk of any and all injury and damage to the personnel (including death) and property of Contractor that occurs in the course of, or in connection with, the performance of Contractor's obligations under this Agreement, including but not limited to Contractor's Scope of Services; and (b) it is hereby agreed that the lndemnitees are not to be liable for injury or damage which may be sustained by the person, goods or property of Contractor or its employees in connection with Contractor's performance its obligations under this Agreement, including but not limited to Contractor's Scope of Services.
17. Contractor Not an Agent.
Except as City may specify in writing, Contractor shall have no authority, expressed or implied, to act on behalf of City in any capacity whatsoever as an agent.
Contractor shall have no authority, expressed or implied, pursuant to this Agreement to bind City to any obligation whatsoever.
18. Personnel.
Contractor shall assign qualified and certified personnel to perform requested services. The City shall have the right to review and disapprove personnel for assignment to Poway projects.
City shall have the unrestricted right to order the removal of any person(s) assigned by Contractor by giving oral or written notice to Contractor to such effect.
Contractor's personnel shall at all times comply with City's drug and alcohol policies then in effect.
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19. Notices.
Notices shall be given as described on Exhibit "A" entitled "Special Provisions" attached hereto and made a part hereof.
20. Governing Law, Forum Selection and Attorneys' Fees.
This Agreement shall be governed by, and construed in accordance with, the laws of the State of California. Each party to this Agreement consents to personal jurisdiction in San Diego County, California, and hereby authorizes and accepts service of process sufficient for personal jurisdiction by first class mail, registered or certified, postage prepaid, to its address for giving notice as set forth in Exhibit "A" hereto. Any action to enforce or interpret the terms or conditions of this Agreement shall be brought in the Superior Court in San Diego County, Central Division, unless the parties mutually agree to submit their dispute to arbitration. Contractor hereby waives any right to remove any such action from San Diego County as is otherwise permitted by California Code of Civil Procedure section 394. The prevailing party in any such action or proceeding shall be entitled to recover all of its reasonable litigation expenses, including its expert fees, attorneys' fees, courts costs, arbitration costs, and any other fees. Notwithstanding the foregoing, in the event that the subject of such an action is compensation claimed by Contractor in the event of termination, Contractor's damages shall be limited to compensation for the 60-day period for which Contractor would have been entitled to receive compensation if terminated without cause, and neither party shall be entitled to recover their litigation expenses.
21. Gender.
Whether referred to in the masculine, feminine, or as "it," "Contractor" shall mean the individual or corporate Contractor and any and all employees of Contractor providing services hereunder.
22. Counterparts.
This Agreement (and any amendments) may be executed in multiple counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original, but all of which, together, shall constitute one and the same instrument. Documents delivered by telephonic facsimile transmission shall be valid and binding.
23. Entire Agreement.
This Agreement shall constitute the entire understanding between Contractor and City relating to the terms and conditions of the services to be performed by Contractor. No agreements, representations or promises made by either party, whether oral or in writing, shall be of any force or effect unless it is in writing and executed by the party to be bound thereby.
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24. Certification and Indemnification Regarding Public Employees' Retirement Law/Pension Reform Act of 2013.
Contractor hereby certifies that all persons providing services to City by Contractor are not current members of the California Public Employees' Retirement System (Cal PERS) and shall not become members of CalPERS while providing services to City.
Contractor further provides that in the event Contractor assigns a retired annuitant receiving a pension benefit from CalPERS to perform services for City, the retired annuitant is in full compliance with Government Code section 7522.56. A copy of Government Code section 7522.56 is attached hereto as Exhibit "B." Further, Contractor hereby fully and unconditionally indemnifies City from all penalties, fees, employer and employee contributions, or any other assessments imposed by CalPERS in the event CalPERS determines the person assigned by Contractor to provide services to City has been misclassified.
25. Severability.
If any provision of this Agreement is determined by any court of competent jurisdiction or arbitrator to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable to any extent, that provision shall, if possible, be construed as though more narrowly drawn, if a narrower construction would avoid such invalidity, illegality, or unenforceability or, if that is not possible, such provision shall, to the extent of such invalidity, illegality, or unenforceability, be severed, and the remaining provisions of this Agreement shall remain in effect. (Remainder of page intentionally left blank)
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have duly executed this Agreement on the date first above written.
CITY OF POWAY
By:-----------
Chris Hazeltine, City Manager
Date: -----------
ATTEST:
Carrie Gallagher, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
SUPERIOR GATE SERVICES
By: ____________ _
Scott Osborne, Owner
Date: ------------
By: _____________ _
Alan Fenstermacher, City Attorney
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"SPECIAL PROVISIONS"
EXHIBIT "A"
A. Scope of Services.
The Scope of Services is intended to cover twice yearly (bi-annual) inspection and preventive maintenance for automatic vehicular gates. Automatic gate inspection, maintenance and repair services will include (but are not limited to) such services as:
General Requirements.
Work described as being performed daily shall be performed Monday through Thursday between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on alternating Fridays, excluding holidays. There shall be no work on the alternating Friday in which City Hall is closed. Deviation from these hours will not be permitted without the prior consent of the Director or designee.
The determination of the total daily productive man-hour requirements for the performance of all services herein is the sole responsibility of the successful Contractor. It is of the utmost importance that the Contractor utilizes skilled and productive manpower in order to satisfactorily furnish the required level of service specified in this solicitation. Failure on the part of the Contractor to utilize skilled and productive manpower may produce unsatisfactory results, which may cause the Director of Public Works to make adjustments to the Contractor's invoice(s) for unsatisfactory or omitted work.
The Contractor shall comply with applicable OSHA and Federal regulations under CFR 29; Section 1910.12 for proper training and by providing Material Safety Data Sheets proposed for use within ten (10) days of award of contract.
Testing and Maintenance.
Per the attached table, Contractor shall perform the following inspections, and maintenance to automatic vehicular gates. Results of each gate's inspection shall be recorded on the contractor's form. The contractor shall prepare a cost estimate based on the inspection. The Contractor shall report findings to repair, replace, align, and/or anything that pertains to the gates to bring them back into safe serviceable conditions within 24-hours. When a gate is found in an unsafe condition, Contractor shall notify the City immediately. Gates shall be in safe, serviceable condition when completed. The Contractor shall ensure gates remain open when operated by loops, and ensure open time is long enough to get large vehicles in and out of all facilities even if they are no longer on loop. Any single project that is estimated to exceed $5,000.00, the City reserves the right to place out for bid or solicit quotes from other vendors. Finally, all written reports shall contain data of original inspection/findings on each gate and actions taken to correct all deficiencies.
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Biannual Testing and Preventive Maintenance
Item Description
Visually inspect the rollers, fasteners, brackets and other gate hardware for proper alignment, proper tightness, and signs of damage, breakage, looseness, rust or Visual wear. Moving parts should be lubricated and should not be squeaking. Visually Inspection Gate inspect wiring for fraying or exposure. Verify that the system has in place two means System of entrapment protection: a primary and a secondary means, independent from the primary. Typical means are inherent entrapment (force limiting), edge sensors, or photoelectric eyes. Other means are possible.
Operator Confirm listing label indicating conformance to UL 325 safety standard is in place. Listing Label Controls Check if placement of user operation controls is six or more feet from the gate. Placement Manufacturing Gate operators manufactured before March 2000, may not have adequate safety Date of Operator provisions.
Gate Fall-over Check if there is a means to prevent the gate from falling over in the event of the and Roller failure of the gate rollers or hinge. Ensure all rollers are guarded to eliminate Guarding possibility of a finger being inserted between roller and gate.
Electric Begin with gate fully closed. Cause the gate to fully open and fully close. Watch and Operation listen for any irregularities in operation, e.g. uneven speed, excessive sway, unusual stopping, etc.
When a gate has an edge sensor, inspect sensor and wiring for cracks, breaks, Edge Sensor holes, crimps or other physical damage. Check mounting locations(s) with respect to reducing the risk of entrapment protection in both directions of gate travel. Check edge sensors for proper operation.
When a gate has photoelectric eyes, inspect wiring and reflectors for signs of Photoelectric cracking, breakage, looseness or wear. Check mounting locations(s) with respect to Eyes reducing the risk of entrapment protection in both directions of gate travel. Check for proper operation.
Perform the following test (2) vertical frame member(s) and (2) each vertical edge sensor provided (if any): Begin with the gate in the fully open position. Standing just Contact outside the path of the gate at a location where entrapment is likely to occur, cause Reverse Test the gate to close. As the gate is closing, firmly press a solid object against a gate frame member (or edge sensor) in the direction opposing the travel of the gate. The gate should stop within 2 seconds and then reverse at least 2 inches. Repeat this test, while opening the gate, starting from the fully closed position.
Item Description
If the gate has a non-contact sensing device protecting the path of a closing gate, perform the following test: Begin with the gate fully open. Standing just outside the Non-Contact path of the gate, cause the gate to close. Pass an object across the path of the Reverse Test sensing beam as the gate is closing. The gate must stop within 2 seconds and may reverse if so designed. If an anon-contact sensor protects the path of an opening gate, repeat starting with the gate in the fully closed position.
Safety/Warning Safety/warning signs must be installed on each side of the gate in highly visible Signs locations.
Openings in
gate and fence Measure the maximum size opening in the gate and that portion of a fence the gate (horizontal slide covers when fully open. Openings must be 2-1/4" or less within 72" of the ground. gate)
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Manual Ensure the gate operator has a method to allow the gate to be manually operated. Release Begin with the gate fully closed. Actuate the manual release for the operator per the Manual manufacturer's written instructions. Carefully open and close the gate for one full Operation cycle. The gate should operate smoothly. Reconnect the operator and note any problems encountered in that process.
Verify that the required pedestrian gate is functional, is located nearby, and does not Pedestrian cause additional hazards. The pedestrian gate must be a separate gate, must not be Gate located within the vehicular gate, and must be located such that a pedestrian cannot come in contact with a movinci vehicular access ciate.
Keypad and Test keypad buttons to ensure buttons are not sticking and are making good contact Intercom with transmitter panel. Confirm all digits, printing, etc. are legible on keypad. Ensure Operation LEDs are operating, if present. Test intercom (if present) to ensure clear audio to/from homebase unit.
Transmitter Verify transmitter operates at manufacture specified distance. Verify antenna is Operation secured, operational and adjust as needed.
The following items should be performed at no extra cost to the City:
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B.
Clean area to insure proper operation
Inspect hinges to ensure they are working smoothly and lubricated properly Properly grease gate arm
Clean cover
Check belts for cracking, looseness or wear
Check gate reversing sensor
Check for proper clutch adjustment
Check for proper oil level in the upper gear box
Perform minor adjustments as needed
Lubricate all points of friction
Test all equipment functions
Provide a detailed written report of inspections
Provide same day service for emergency repairs within 2 hours Compensation and Reimbursement.
City shall pay Contractor a fee in accordance with the Fee Proposals submitted with the proposals dated June 27, 2024, which are included in this document as Attachment 1. Contractor's fee shall include, and Contractor shall be responsible for the payment of all federal, state, and local taxes of any kind which are attributable to the compensation received.
In addition to said consulting fee, Contractor shall be reimbursed for all reasonable expenses, including lodging, telephone, and travel (air, auto, rail) necessarily incurred in performance of the services. Contractor shall bill City for such expenses as incurred, referencing this Agreement. All expenses shall be itemized and supported by receipts for amounts in excess of Twenty-Five Dollars ($25.00). Statements for reimbursement of expenses shall be paid within ten (10) days of approval by City. All air travel shall be billed at coach or special fare rates. Reimbursement for lodging is limited to travel from outside of San Diego County. Contractor shall receive prior authorization 15 of 23
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for air travel and lodging expenses. All other expenses shall be reimbursed in accordance with City's cash disbursement policies in effect at the time incurred.
C. Term of Agreement.
This Agreement shall be effective from the period commencing August 7, 2024, and ending June 30, 2026, unless sooner terminated by City as provided in the section of this Agreement entitled "Termination." This Agreement may be extended for up to three (3) additional one-year periods upon approval in writing of the City Manager and Contractor. Award of the Agreement and any Agreement extensions are subject to City Council appropriation of funds. Each renewal period (fiscal) after the first term of the agreement, the Contractor's costs shall be adjusted based on the annual change in the previous calendar year's Consumer Price Index for the San Diego-Carlsbad area (All Urban Consumers CPI-U) or 5%, whichever is less. The first adjustment would occur no earlier than July 1, 2026. Upon expiration or termination of this Agreement, Contractor shall return to City any and all equipment, documents or materials and all copies made thereof which Contractor received from City or produced for City for the purposes of this Agreement.
D. Contractor's Insurance.
1. Coverages:
Contractor shall obtain and maintain during the life of this Agreement all of the following insurance coverages:
(a) Comprehensive General Liability. including premises- operations, products/completed, broad form property damage, and blanket contractual liability with the following coverages: General Liability $1,000,000 Bodily Injury and Property Damage combined each occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate. (b) Automobile Liability, including owned, hired, and non-owned vehicles: $1,000,000 combined single limit.
(c) Workers' Compensation insurance in statutory amount. All of the endorsements which are required above shall be obtained for the policy of Workers' Compensation insurance.
2. Endorsements:
Endorsements shall
be obtained so that each policy contains the
following three provisions:
(a) Additional Insured. (Not required for Professional Errors and Omissions Liability Insurance or Workers' Compensation.) 16 of 23
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"City of Poway and its elected and appointed boards, officers, agents, and employees are additional insureds with respect to this subject project and contract with City."
(b) Notice.
"Said policy shall not terminate, nor shall it be canceled, until thirty (30) days after written notice is given to City."
(c) Primary Coverage.
"The policy provides primary coverage to City and its elected and appointed boards, officers, agents, and employees. It is not secondary or in any way subordinate to any other insurance or coverage maintained by City."
3. Insurance Certificates:
Contractor shall provide City certificates of insurance showing the insurance coverages described in the paragraphs above, in a form and content approved by City, prior to beginning work under this Agreement.
E. Notices.
All notices, billings and payments hereunder shall be in writing and sent to the following addresses:
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To City:
To Contractor:
City of Poway
P.O. Box 789
Poway, CA 92074
Superior Gate Services
30590 Alicante Dr,
Homeland, CA 92548
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Item
No.
1 2
3 4
5 6
7 8
9 10
11 12
ATTACHMENT 1
FEE SCHEDULE
Bi-Annual Inspection and Preventive Maintenance Rates
Facility Quantity Approximate Size Biannual
lnspectionlMaintenance
City Hall 1 21'x7' $125
Public Works 1 23' X 6'-8" $125 Administration Building Public Works 1 29' -6" X 6' -6" $125 Operations Center
Public Works Vehicle 2 19' X 6'-6" $125 x 2 gates= $250 Maintenance Lake Poway Road 2 18'-6" X 6'-6" $125 x 2 gates = $250 Entrance/Exit Public Works Material 1 25' X 7'-8" $125 Handling Yard
Fire Training Tower 1 24' -3" X 7'-8" $125
Fire Training Tower 1 7'-4" X 7' -4" $125
Poway Sheriff 1 33' -6" X 6' -6" $125 Substation
Poway Sheriff 2 21'-6" X 7'-3" $125 x 2 gates= $250 Substation Fire Station 3 2 29' x6' $125 x 2 gates= $250
Lester J. Berglund 1 17'-3" X 6'-8" $125 Water Treatment Plant TOT AL COST ALL SITES $2,000
Hourly Rates
Item Mon-Fri After Hours &
No. Service Type 7:00 a.m.-3:30 Saturday Sunday & Holidays p.m.
13 1 technician, 1 vehicle $125 $175 $250
14 2 technician, 1 vehicle $150 $200 $350
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EXHIBIT "B"
Cal Gov Code§ 7522.56
Deering's California Codes are current through all 1016 chapters of the 2018 Regular Session and the November 6, 2018 Ballot Measures.
Deering's California Codes Annotated> GOVERNMENT CODE> Title 1 General> Division 7 Miscellaneous > Chapter 21 Public Pension and Retirement Plans > Article 4 California Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013
§ 7522.56. Provisions applicable to person receiving pension benefit from public retirement system; Section supersedes conflicting provisions (a)This section shall apply to any person who is receiving a pension benefit from a public retirement system and shall supersede any other provision in conflict with this section.
(b) A retired person shall not serve, be employed by, or be employed through a contract directly by, a public employer in the same public retirement system from which the retiree receives the benefit without reinstatement from retirement, except as permitted by this section.
(c) A person who retires from a public employer may serve without reinstatement from retirement or loss or interruption of benefits provided by the retirement system upon appointment by the appointing power of a public employer either during an emergency to prevent stoppage of public business or because the retired person has skills needed to perform work of limited duration.
(d) Appointments of the person authorized under this section shall not exceed a total for all employers in that public retirement system of 960 hours or other equivalent limit, in a calendar or fiscal year, depending on the administrator of the system. The rate of pay for the employment shall not be less than the minimum, nor exceed the maximum, paid by the employer to other employees performing comparable duties, divided by 173.333 to equal an hourly rate. A retired person whose employment without reinstatement is authorized by this section shall acquire no service credit or retirement rights under this section with respect to the employment unless he or she reinstates from retirement. (e)
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(1)Notwithstanding subdivision (c), any retired person shall not be eligible to serve or be employed by a public employer if, during the 12-month period prior to an appointment described in this section, the retired person received August 6, 2024, Item #5
any
unemployment
insurance
compensation
arising
out
of
prior
employment
subject
to
this
section
with
a
public
employer. A
retiree
shall
certify
in
writing
to
the
employer
upon
accepting
an
offer
of
employment
that
he
or
she
is
in
compliance
with
this
requirement. (2)A
retired
person
who
accepts
an
appointment
after
receiving
unemployment
insurance
compensation
as
described
in
this
subdivision
shall
terminate
that
employment
on
the
last
day
of
the
current
pay
period
and
shall
not
be
eligible
for
reappointment
subject
to
this
section
for
a
period
of
12 months
following
the
last
day
of
employment.
(f)A
retired
person
shall
not
be
eligible
to
be
employed
pursuant
to
this
section
for
a
period
of
180
days
following
the
date
of
retirement
unless
he
or
she
meets
one
of
the
following
conditions:
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(1)The
employer
certifies
the
nature
of
the
employment
and
that
the
appointment
is
necessary
to
fill
a
critically
needed
position
before
180
days
have
passed
and
the
appointment
has
been
approved
by
the
governing
body
of
the
employer
in
a
public
meeting.
The
appointment
may
not
be
placed
on
a
consent
calendar.
(2)
(A)Except
as
otherwise
provided
in
this
paragraph,
for
state
employees,
the
state
employer
certifies
the
nature
of
the
employment
and
that
the
appointment
is
necessary
to
fill
a
critically
needed
state
employment
position
before
180
days
have
passed
and
the
appointment
has
been
approved
by
the
Department
of
Human
Resources.
The
department
may
establish
a
process
to
delegate
appointing
authority
to
individual
state
agencies,
but
shall
audit
the
process
to
determine
if abuses
of
the
system
occur.
If
necessary,
the
department
may
assume
an
agency's
appointing
authority
for
retired
workers
and
may
charge
the
department
an
appropriate amount
for
administering
that
authority
.
(B)For
legislative
employees,
the
Senate
Committee
on
Rules
or
the
Assembly
Rules
Committee
certifies
the
nature
of
the
employment
and
that
the
appointment
is
necessary
to
fill
a
critically
needed
position
before
180
days
have
passed
and
approves
the
appointment
in
a
public
meeting.
The
appointment
may
not
be
placed
on
a
consent
calendar.
(C)For
employees
of
the
California
State
University,
the
Trustees
of
the
.
California
State
University
certifies
the
nature
of
the
employment
and
that
the
appointment
is
necessary
to
fill
a
critically
needed position
before
180
days
have
passed
and
approves
the
appointment
in
a
public
meeting.
The
appointment
may
not
be
placed
on
a
consent
calendar.
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(3)The retiree is eligible to participate in the Faculty Early Retirement Program pursuant to a collective bargaining agreement with the California State University that existed prior to January 1, 2013, or has been included in subsequent agreements.
(4)The retiree is a public safety officer or firefighter hired to perform a function or functions regularly performed by a public safety officer or firefighter. (g)A retired person who accepted a retirement incentive upon retirement shall not be eligible to be employed pursuant to this section for a period of 180 days following the date of retirement and subdivision (f) shall not apply. (h)This section shall not apply to a person who is retired from the State Teachers' Retirement System, and who is subject to Section 24214, 24214.5 or 26812 of the Education Code.
(i)This section shall not apply to (1) a subordinate judicial officer whose position, upon retirement, is converted to a judgeship pursuant to Section 69615, and he or she returns to work in the converted position, and the employer is a trial court, or (2) a retiree of the Judges' Retirement System or the Judges' Retirement System II who is assigned to .serve in a court pursuant to Section 68543.5.
History
Added Stats 2012 ch 296 § 15 (AB 340), effective January 1, 2013. Amended Stats 2013 ch 528 § 11 (SB 13), effective October 4, 2013 (ch 528 prevails); ch 76 § 75 (AB 383), effective January 1, 2013; Stats 2014 ch 238 § 1 (AB 2476), effective January 1, 2015.
Annotations
Notes
Amendments:
2013 Amendment:
Substituted (1) "have passed" for "has passed" in the first sentence of subds (f){I) and (f)(2); (2) "or firefighter hired to perform a function or functions regularly performed by a public safety officer or firefighter'' for "of firefighter'' in subd (f)(4); and (3) "Judges' Retirement System" for "Judges' Retirement System I" in subd (i).
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GUARANTY
To the City of Poway, City Council, for:
AUTOMATIC GATE INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR SERVICES The undersigned guarantees the work included in this project(s).
Should any of the materials or equipment prove defective or should the work as a whole prove defective, due to faulty workmanship, material furnished or methods of installation, or should the work or any part thereof fail to operate properly as originally intended and in accordance with the Plans and Specifications, due to any of the above causes, all within the number of months the site is to be maintained after date on which this Contract is accepted by the City, or the date of recordation of Notice of Completion, whichever is the later, the undersigned agrees to reimburse the City upon demand, for its expenses incurred in restoring said work to the condition contemplated in said project, including the cost of any such equipment or materials replaced and the cost of removing and replacing any other work necessary to make such replacement or repairs, or upon demand by the City, to replace any such material and to repair said work completely without cost to the City so that said work will function successfully as originally contemplated.
The City shall have the unqualified option to make any needed replacements or repairs itself or to have such replacements or repairs done by the undersigned. In the event the City elects to have said work performed by the undersigned, the undersigned agrees that the repairs shall be made and such materials as are necessary shall be furnished and installed within a reasonable time after the receipt of demand from the City. If the undersigned shall fail or refuse to comply with his obligations under this guaranty, the City shall be entitled to all cost and expenses, including attorney's fees, reasonably incurred by reason of the said failure or refusal.
Contractor
Date
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WORKERS'
COMPENSATION
INSURANCE
CERTIFICATE
Pursuant
to
Section
1861
of
the
State Labor
Code,
each
Contractor
to
whom
a
public
works
Contract
has
been
awarded
shall
sign
the
following
certificate
and
shall
submit
same
to
the
City
of
Poway
prior
to
performing
any
work
on
the
Contract:
"I
am
aware
of
the
provisions
of
Section
3700
of
the
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
I will
comply
with
such
provisions
before
commencing
the
performance
of
the
work
of
this
Contract."
Contractor
By:
________________
_
Title Date
Section
3700
of
the
State Labor
Code
reads
in
part
as
follows:
"Every
employer
except
the
State
shall
secure
the
payment
of
compensation
in
one
or
more
of
the
following
ways:
(a)
By
being
insured
against
liability
to
pay
compensation
by
one
or
more
insurers
duly
authorized
to
write
compensation
insurance
in
this
state.
(b)
By
securing
from
the
Director
of
Industrial
Relations
a
certificate
of
consent
to
self
insure,
either
as
an
individual
employer,
or
as
one
employer
in
a
group
of
employers,
which
may
be
given
upon
furnishing
proof
satisfactory
to
the
Director
of
Industrial
Relations
of
ability
to
self-insure
and
to
pay
any
compensation
that
may
become
due to
his
employees."
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DATE:
TO:
FROM:
CONTACT:
SUBJECT:
Summary:
AGENDA REPORT CityofPoway
August 6, 2024
Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
Eric Heidemann, Director of Public Works ~
Michael Obermiller, Public Works Operations Ma~er
(858) 668-4722 or [email protected] ~
CITY COUNCIL
Authorization to Purchase One (1) Medium-Duty Cab and Chassis and One (1) Light Duty Pickup Truck Utilizing California Department of General Services State Contract #1-22-23-20F
The approved Fiscal Year 2024-25 operating budget includes funding to purchase one (1) medium duty cab and chassis and one (1) light-duty pickup truck. The City participates in and is a member of several cooperative purchasing organizations, including the State of California Department of General Services (DGS}, which establish and provide nationwide competitively solicited purchasing contracts to be utilized by member agencies.
The Advanced Clean Fleets Regulation was set forth by the California Air Resources Board to accelerate a large-scale reduction in tailpipe emissions. It requires California State and local government fleets, including city, county, special district, and State agency fleets, to ensure 50 percent of vehicle purchases with a gross vehicle weight rating over 8,500 pounds are zero-emissions beginning in 2024 and 100 percent by 2027. The medium-duty cab and chassis and light-duty pickup truck both have a gross vehicle weight rating over 8,500 pounds and are subject to the 50 percent zero-emissions purchase regulation.
Through the DGS State Contract (Contract #1-22-23-20F}, Downtown Ford Sacramento presented optimal pricing for one (1) medium-duty cab and chassis and one (1) light-duty pickup truck in the amounts of $57,335.73 and $71,790.74, respectively. The vehicles meet the City's service requirements and specifications.
The total purchase price for these vehicles is $129,126.47.
Recommended Action:
It is recommended City Council adopt a resolution authorizing the purchase of the following equipment:
1) One (1) medium-duty cab and chassis ($57,335.73) and one (1) light-duty pickup truck ($71,790.74) from Downtown Ford Sacramento utilizing Department of General Services State Contract #1-22- 23-20F; and
2) Authorize the City Manager to execute any necessary documents. 1 of 5
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Discussion:
The City operates and maintains over 125 street-legal vehicles and other heavy equipment for the purpose of inspecting, maintaining and operating City facilities and infrastructure. Annually, several of these vehicles and pieces of equipment must be replaced as they have exceeded their useful life or have excessive mileage. The current budget contains funding to replace one (1) medium-duty cab and chassis and one (1) light-duty pickup truck.
The City has one (1) 12-year-old utility truck that has exceeded its useful life and is scheduled for replacement. The utility truck is utilized by the Public Works Water Transmission/Distribution division to support water distribution line and valve repairs. Due to limited availability and shortened ordering timelines, staff was only able to obtain a quote for the cab and chassis at the present time. The utility body quote is in process and will be brought to City Council at a later date for authorization to purchase it. The cab and chassis is not currently required to be zero-emissions because of the 50 percent purchase rule set forth by the Advanced Clean Fleets Regulation. The cab and chassis will be purchased through the DGS State Contract (Contract #1-22-23-20F) utilizing Downtown Ford Sacramento. The quote for the new medium-duty cab and chassis is within the budgeted amount.
The City has one (1) 9-year-old pickup truck that has exceeded its useful life and is scheduled for replacement. The truck is utilized by the Utility Systems division to support maintenance of pump stations, wastewater lift stations, and SCADA communications. The replacement truck will be zero emission to meet requirements set forth by the Advanced Clean Fleets Regulation. It is recommended the truck be replaced through the DGS State Contract (Contract #1-22-23-20F) utilizing Downtown Ford Sacramento. The quote for the new light-duty truck is within the budgeted amount.
Staff reached out to local Poway dealerships and they were non-responsive to quote requests. All agreements offered through the DGS State Contract have been awarded via a thorough Request for Bid (RFB) competitive solicitation program by a public agency/government entity (e.g., state, city, county, public university or school district). The program provides a streamlined and effective procurement option by establishing agreements with manufacturers and suppliers currently on an existing multiple award schedule with a competitive procurement procedure. Section 3.28.110 of the Poway Municipal Code permits the use of cooperative purchasing programs for procurement of supplies, services, and equipment when the administering agency has made their purchase in a competitive manner.
The quotes for the medium-duty cab and chassis and light-duty pickup truck are as follows:
Unit Available DGS State Quote Funds Contract No.
Medium-Duty Cab $100,000.00 1-22-23-20F $57,335.73 & Chassis Light-Duty Pickup $85,032.00 1-22-23-20F $71,790.74 Truck Copies of all quotes are on file with the Public Works Department.
Environmental Review:
Vendor
Downtown Ford
Sacramento
Downtown Ford
Sacramento
This action is not subject to review under the California Environmental Act (CEQA). 2 of 5
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Fiscal Impact:
The City proactively plans for the replacement of its vehicles and equipment by annually setting aside a portion of the anticipated replacement costs along with inflationary cost adjustments to account for increases in equipment costs. The purchases will be made with funds from the Capital Replacement Fund (115010-61040) along with the division's operating budget (split-funded), for the purchase of one (1) medium-duty cab and chassis and one (1) light-duty pickup truck.
The total cost of vehicles and equipment to be purchased as a result of this action is $129,126.47. A total of $185,032.00 from Fiscal Year 2024-25 Capital Replacement Fund (115010-61040) and division split-funding accounts (402560-61040, 401060-61040) are budgeted and available for the purchase of these items.
Public Notification:
None.
Attachments:
A. Resolution
Reviewed/Approved By:
Wend? serman
Assistant City Manager
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Reviewed By:
Alan Fenstermacher
City Attorney
Approved By:
Ch~
City Manager
August 6, 2024, Item #6
RESOLUTION NO. 24-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
POWAY, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF
ONE (1) CAB AND CHASSIS AND ONE (1) PICKUP TRUCK
UTILIZING CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL
SERVICES STATE CONTRACT #1-22-23-20F
WHEREAS, the City of Poway (City) operates and maintains over 125 street-legal vehicles and other heavy equipment for the purposes of inspecting, maintaining and operating City facilities and infrastructure and to provide public safety services; WHEREAS, each year several of these vehicles and pieces of equipment must be replaced as they exceed their useful life or have excessive mileage; WHEREAS, the City proactively plans for the replacement of these vehicles and pieces of equipment by accumulating resources in the Capital Replacement Equipment Fund through annual rent charges to the various departmental operating budgets associated with the use of such vehicles and equipment;
WHEREAS, the Fiscal Year 2024-25 adopted operating budget includes amounts budgeted in both the Capital Replacement Equipment Fund and in departmental operating budgets for the purchase or replacement of various vehicles and equipment; and WHEREAS, Poway Municipal Code Section 3.28.110 provides for the use of cooperative purchasing programs for the purchase of supplies, services, and equipment when the administering agency has made their purchase in a competitive manner.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Poway as follows:
SECTION 1: Authorizes the purchase of one cab and chassis from Downtown Ford Sacramento utilizing California Department of General Services State Contract #1-22-23-20F, at cost of $57,335.73.
SECTION 2: Authorizes the purchase of one light-duty pickup truck from Downtown Ford Sacramento utilizing California Department of General Services State Contract #1-22-23-20F, at cost of $71,790.74.
SECTION 3: The City Manager is hereby authorized to execute any documents necessary for these purchases.
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ATTACHMENT A
August 6, 2024, Item #6
Resolution No. 24-
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Poway, California on the 6th day of August, 2024 by the following vote, to wit:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAINED:
ABSENT:
DISQUALIFIED:
Steve Vaus, Mayor
ATTEST:
Carrie Gallagher, CMC, City Clerk
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August 6, 2024, Item #7
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Summary:
AGENDA REPORT CityofPoway
August 6, 2024
Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
Jeff Chumbley, Fire Chief~
Jenna Stein, Sr. Management Analyst
858-668-4474 or [email protected]
CITY COUNCIL
Resolution Authorizing the Acceptance of Grant Funding Through the Federal Emergency Management Agency Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) provides funds through the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program to cities and agencies to fund critically needed resources to equip and train emergency personnel, enhance efficiencies and support community resilience. The Poway Fire Department was awarded $27,792.72 in support of an expanded firefighter health and wellness program. The funding will provide two years of hearing tests and cancer screenings for firefighters.
Recommended Action:
It is recommended the City Council adopt the resolution authorizing staff to accept funds through the Federal Emergency Management Agency Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program.
Discussion:
Since 2001, the AFG Program has helped firefighters and other first responders obtain critically needed resources necessary for protecting the public and emergency personnel from fire and related hazards. Funds are provided annually for the program through FEMA and funding priorities are set as a part of the FEMA Strategic Plan. Priorities for the FEMA federal Fiscal Year 2023 program include firefighter wellness and fitness activities intended to strengthen emergency responders so their mental, physical and emotional capabilities are resilient enough to withstand the demands of all hazardous operations.
The City of Poway recognizes firefighters, by virtue of their profession, encounter incidents that require extreme physical output and face situations that expose them to traumatic events which may result in physiological and psychological outcomes. To address these physical and mental outcomes, a comprehensive health and wellness program has been implemented. The existing program includes an annual blood panel, annual fitness appraisals, regular training exercises, a peer support program, 1 of 4
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a chaplain program, and cancer awareness and prevention activities.
On March 8, 2024, the Fire Department submitted an application to the AFG Program for a two-year expansion of the existing health and wellness program. The program, totaling $30,572, is 90% funded by the AFG Program and will allow for the implementation of a hearing loss prevention program and an early detection biomarker cancer screening program for all firefighting personnel. The hearing loss prevention program includes audiometric testing and medical referrals based on the results to identify early onset hearing loss. The early detection biomarker cancer screening program will fund additional blood panels to screen for cancer. The goal of both programs is to identify life altering medical conditions before irreversible damage is done thereby improving the overall health and wellness of our firefighting personnel.
At the completion of the two-year grant program, the Fire Department will evaluate the outcomes of the expanded health and wellness program and determine what, if any, components should be recommended for inclusion in the ongoing program.
Environmental Review:
This item is not subject to review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
Fiscal Impact:
Acceptance of the Assistance to Firefighter Grant requires 10% matching funds. Matching funds, totaling $2,779.28, will be expended from the existing Fire Department budget in the current and next fiscal year. It is anticipated all expenditures and reimbursements will be completed by October 1, 2026. The reimbursed funds will allow the City to expand its firefighter health and wellness program for the duration of the performance period.
Public Notification:
None.
Attachments:
A. Resolution
Reviewed/Approved By:
Wendy Krman
Assistant City Manager
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Reviewed By:
Alan Fenstermacher
City Attorney
Approved By:
Ch~>
City Manager
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RESOLUTION NO. 24-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
POWAY, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE ACCEPTANCE OF
FUNDS THROUGH THE FEDERAL EMERGENCY
MANAGEMENT AGENCY ASSISTANCE TO FIREFIGHTERS
GRANT PROGRAM
WHEREAS, the City of Poway is eligible to receive federal grant funds through the 2023 Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program;
WHEREAS, the City of Poway has been awarded $27,792.72 in federal grant funds to expand the existing firefighter health and wellness program; WHEREAS, the federal grant funds for the Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program require a 10% match of $2,779.28 to be allocated from the existing Fire Department budget; and WHEREAS, it is the desire of the City of Poway to participate in this program to enhance Firefighter health and wellness.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Poway as follows:
SECTION 1: The following staff are hereby authorized to execute for and on behalf of the City of Poway, a public entity established under the laws of the State of California, any actions necessary for the purpose of obtaining federal financial assistance provided by the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
Brian Mitchell, Deputy Fire Chief
Jenna Stein, Sr. Management Analyst
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August 6, 2024, Item #7
Resolution No. 24-
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Poway, California on the 6th day of August, 2024 by the following vote, to wit:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAINED:
ABSENT:
DISQUALIFIED:
Steve Vaus, Mayor
ATTEST:
Carrie Gallagher, CMC, City Clerk
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