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RESOLUTION NO. 2025-324
RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING DEVELOPMENT PERMIT TYPE-D 23-19
ALLOWING THE CONVERSION OF AN EXISTING
COMMERCIAL OFFICE BUILDING CONTAINING
APPROXIMATELY 2,430 SQUARE FEET INTO FOUR (4)
RESIDENTIAL DWELLING UNITS CONTIANING 607.50
SQUARE FEET EACH, AND NEW COVERED PARKING
CONTAINING 819 SQUARE FEET; ON A PARCEL
CONTAINING APPROXIMATELY 0.15 ACRES LOCATED
AT 975 N. D STREET (APN: 0140-152-22) WITHIN THE
COMMERCIAL OFFICE (CO) ZONE AND ADAPTIVE
REUSE (AR) OVERLAY; AND FIND THE PROJECT
SUBJECT TO A CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION UNDER
CEQA SECTION 15303 (NEW CONSTRUCTION OR
CONVERSION OF SMALL STRUCTURES).
WHEREAS, on October 6, 2023 pursuant to the requirements of Chapter 19.44 of the City of San Bernardino Development Code, an application for Development Permit Type-D 23-19 was duly submitted by:
Project Owner/Applicant: Nomaan Hussain
24503 Ravenna Avenue
Carson, CA 90745
Property Address: 952 N D Street
APN: 0140-152-22
Lot Area: 52.97 acres
WHEREAS, Development Permit Type-D 23-19 is a request to allow the conversion of an existing 2,430 square-foot commercial office building into four (4) residential units containing 607.50 square feet and the construction of new 819 square-foot covered car parking area, along with the construction of the required on-site and off-site improvements, on an approximately 0.15- acre parcel; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Division of the Community Development & Housing Department has reviewed Development Permit Type-D 23-19 for consistency with the City of San Bernardino General Plan and compliance with the City of San Bernardino Development Code; and WHEREAS, pursuant to requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”), the Planning Division of the Community Development & Housing Department evaluated Development Permit Type-D 23-19 and determined that it is exempt from the CEQA pursuant to a categorical exemption (listed in CEQA Guidelines Article 19, commencing with Resolution No. 2025-324
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Section 15300) and the application of that categorical exemption is not barred by one of the exceptions set forth in CEQA Guidelines Section 15300.2; and WHEREAS, on May 13, 2025 pursuant to the requirements of Chapter 19.44 of the City of San Bernardino Development Code, the Planning Commission reviewed the application, and moved Development Permit Type-D 23-19 to the Mayor and City Council for consideration; and WHEREAS, on July 5, 2025 pursuant to the requirements of Section 19.52.020 of the City of San Bernardino Development Code, the City gave public notice by advertising in the San Bernardino Sun, a newspaper of general circulation within the City of San Bernardino, and by mailing notices to the property owners within 1,000 feet of the subject property of the holding of a public hearing at which the Categorical Exemption and Development Permit Type-D 23-19 would be considered; and
WHEREAS, on July 16, 2025, pursuant to the requirements of Section 19.52.040 of the City of San Bernardino Development Code, the Mayor and City Council held the duly noticed public hearing at which interested persons had an opportunity to testify in support of, or in opposition to the Categorical Exemption and Development Permit Type-D 23-19; and WHEREAS, pursuant to the requirements of Chapters 19.52 (Hearing and Appeals), and
19.44 (Development Permits) of the City of San Bernardino Development Code, the Mayor and City Council have the authority to take action on Development Permit Type-D 23-19.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO, CALIFORNIA, AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1.The above recitals are true and correct and are incorporated herein by this reference.
SECTION 2. Compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act. Being the decision-making body for the project, the Mayor and City Council reviewed and considered the information contained in the administrative record for the initial approval of Administrative Development Permit 23-19. Based upon the facts and information contained in the administrative records, including all written and oral evidence presented to the Mayor and City Council finds as follows:
(1) The administrative record has been completed in compliance with the CEQA, the State CEQA Guidelines, and the City’s Local CEQA Guidelines; and (2) The proposed project is categorically exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to Section 15303 (New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures) of the CEQA Guidelines; and (3) The application of the categorical exemption is not barred by one of the exceptions set forth in CEQA Guidelines Section 15300.2; and
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(4) The determination of CEQA exemption reflects the independent judgment of the Mayor and City Council.
SECTION 3.Findings of Fact – Development Permit Type-D 23-19.
Finding No. 1:The proposed development is permitted within the subject zoning district and complies with all applicable provisions of the Development Code, including prescribed site development standards and applicable design guidelines.
Finding of Fact:The proposed development is located within the Adaptive Reuse (AR) Overlay, which allows for the conversion of office buildings for residential purposes. Conditions of Approval will be applied to the proposed project to ensure that the project meets the necessary development standards and design guidelines.
Finding No. 2:The proposed use is consistent with the General Plan.
Finding of Fact:General Plan Land Use Element Goal 2.4 – Enhance the quality of life and economic vitality in San Bernardino by strategic infill of new development and revitalization of existing development.
General Plan Housing Element Policy 3.1.1 – Provide adequate sites to accommodate the production of a variety of housing types through land use designation, zoning, specific plans, and overlay zones.
General Plan Housing Element Policy 3.2.4 – Encourage and facilitate the rehabilitation and reuse of distressed and abandoned properties.
General Plan Housing Element Policy 3.5.4 – Encourage and facilitate the construction, maintenance, and preservation of a variety of housing types adequate to meet a range of household needs.
General Plan Housing Element Policy 3.6.2 – Facilitate housing development and rehabilitation that conserve natural resources and minimize greenhouse gas emissions.
General Plan Community Design Element Policy 5.6.4 – Provide usable common space amenities. Common open space should be centrally located and contain amenities such as seating, shade and play equipment. Private open space may include courtyards, balconies, patios, terraces, and enclosed play areas.
General Plan Community Design Element Policy 5.6.5 – Provide convenient access from multi-family development to nearby commercial centers, schools, and transit stops.
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General Plan Safety Element Policy 10.5.4 – Require new development and significant redevelopment to utilize site preparation, grading and foundation designs that provide erosion control to prevent sedimentation and contamination of waterways.
The proposed project is located near commercial centers, schools, and transit stops, will reduce greenhouse gas emissions associated with new development, will increase the City’s housing stock, and allow for the revitalization and reuse of a building that has been vacant for approximately fifteen (15) years. Therefore, the proposed project is consistent with the General Plan.
Finding No. 3The proposed development is harmonious and compatible with existing and future developments within the land use district and general area, as well as the land uses presently on the subject property.
Finding of Fact:The proposed project is located within a mix of existing multi-family, single-family, and retail commercial developments and will be harmonious and compatible with those uses and the surrounding area Finding No. 4The proposed development is in compliance with the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and Section 19.20.030 of the Development Code.
Finding of Fact:In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act, the Planning Division of the Community Development Department evaluated Development Permit Type-D 23-19 for the conversion of an existing office building to a four (4) unit quadruplex. The Planning Division staff has analyzed proposed Development Permit Type-D 23-19 and has determined that it is Categorically Exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15303 of the CEQA Guidelines and Conditions of Approval will be imposed to alleviate potential impacts. Therefore, the proposed project is in compliance with the requirements of CEQA and Section 19.20.030 of the Development Code.
Finding No. 5:There will be no potentially significant negative impacts upon environmental quality and natural resources that could not be properly mitigated and monitored.
Finding of Fact:In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act, the Planning Division of the Community Development & Housing Department evaluated Development Permit Type-D 23-19 for the conversion of an existing office building into a four (4) unit quadruplex and determined that the proposed Resolution No. 2025-324
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project is categorically exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15303 of the CEQA Guidelines. Additionally, Conditions of Approval will be imposed to alleviate potential impacts.
Therefore, the proposed conversion of an existing office building to a four (4) unit quadruplex with covered parking will be completed in a manner consistent with the surrounding neighborhood, and no significant negative impacts on the environment are anticipated.
Finding No. 6:The subject site is physically suitable for the type and density/intensity of use being proposed.
Finding of Fact:The proposed development to convert an existing office building into four (4) units quadruplex will be done in a manner consistent with the standards and guidelines contained in the Adaptive Reuse (AR) Overlay Chapter of the City of San Bernardino Development Code and will be consistent with the density and intensity and the surrounding neighborhood. Therefore, it is suitable for the type and density/intensity of the proposed use.
Finding No. 7There are adequate provisions for public access, water, sanitation, and public utilities and services to ensure that the proposed use would not be detrimental to public health and safety.
Finding of Fact:There are adequate provisions for public access, public utilities, and public services for the proposed development of a mixed-use commercial- residential development. The existing building is already served by existing public streets and a full range of public utilities and services. All applicable Codes will apply to the proposed development. Therefore, subject to the Conditions of Approval, the proposed conversion of an existing office building to a four (4) unit quadruplex under Development Permit Type-D 23-19 will not be detrimental to public services or public health and safety.
Finding No. 8The location, size, design, and operating characteristics of the proposed use are compatible with the existing and future land uses within the general area in which the proposed use is to be located and will not create significant noise, traffic or other conditions or situations that may be objectionable or detrimental to other permitted uses in the vicinity or adverse to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare of the City.
Finding of Fact:The proposed project will not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare of the City or the surrounding area as it is located adjacent to a mix of existing multi-family and single-family developments, several schools, transit stops, and commercial centers.
Additionally the project will increase the City’s housing stock and revitalize and reoccupy a building that has been mostly vacant for approximately fifteen (15) years.
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SECTION 4. – Conditions of Approval. Development Permit Type-D 23-19, are hereby approved, subject to the following Conditions of Approval:
1. This approval is to allow the conversion of an existing commercial office building containing 2,430 square feet into four (4) residential units containing 607.50 square feet each, and the construction of new covered car parking containing 819 square feet, along with the construction of the required on-site and off-site improvements. The project is located at 975 North D Street (APN: 0140-152-22) within the Commercial Office (CO) Zone and the Adaptive Reuse (AR) Overlay.
2. The project site shall be developed in a manner consistent with the plans stamped July 16, 2025 (EXHIBIT “A”), approved by the City, which includes a site plan, on file in the Planning Division; the Conditions of Approval contained herein; and, the City’s Municipal Code regulations.
3. Within two (2) years of the Development Permit approval, commencement of construction shall have occurred, or the permit/approval shall become null and void. In addition, if after commencement of construction, work is discontinued for a period of one year, then the permit/approval shall become null and void. However, approval of the Development Permit does not authorize commencement of construction. All necessary permits must be obtained prior to commencement of specified construction activities included in the Conditions of Approval.
EXPIRATION DATE: July 16, 2027
4. The review authority may grant a time extension, for good cause, not to exceed twelve (12) months. The applicant must file an application, the processing fees, and all required submittal items, thirty (30) days prior to the expiration date. The review authority shall ensure that the project complies with all Development Code provisions in effect at the time of the requested extension.
5. In the event this approval is legally challenged, the City will promptly notify the applicant of any claim, action or proceeding and will cooperate fully in the defense of this matter. Once notified, the applicant agrees to defend, indemnify and hold harmless the City of San Bernardino (City), any departments, agencies, divisions, boards or commission of the City as well as predecessors, successors, assigns, agents, directors, elected officials, officers, employees, representatives and attorneys of the City from any claim, action or proceeding against any of the foregoing persons or entities. The applicant further agrees to reimburse the City for any costs and attorneys’ fees which the City may be required by a court to pay as a result of such action, but such participation shall not relieve applicant of his or her obligation under this condition. The costs, salaries, and expenses of the City Attorney and employees of his office shall be considered as “Attorney’s fees” for the purpose of this condition. As part of the consideration for issuing this Development Permit, this condition shall remain in effect if the Development Permit is rescinded or revoked, whether or not at the request of applicant.
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6. Construction-related activities may not occur between the hours of 8:00 pm and 7:00 am. No construction vehicles, equipment, or employees may be delivered to, or arrive at the construction site before 7:00 am or leave the site after 8:00 pm. Construction activities may only occur Monday through Friday.
7. If the colors of the buildings or other exterior finish materials are to be modified beyond the current proposal and improvement requirements, the revised color scheme and/or finish materials shall be reviewed and approved by the Planning Division prior to commencement of work.
8. The project landscape plans shall be prepared in accordance with Development Code Section
19.28.120, Water Efficient Landscaping Standards.
9. The project shall comply with all applicable requirements of the Building and Safety Division, the San Bernardino County Consolidated Fire District, Police Department, Municipal Water Department, Public Services Department and the City Clerk’s Office/Business Registration Division.
10. This approval shall comply with the requirements of other outside agencies (i.e., San Bernardino County Health Department, Division of Environmental Health Services, and California Board of Equalization), as applicable.
11. The facility operator and property owner shall be responsible for regular maintenance of the project site. The site shall be maintained in a clean condition and free of litter and any other undesirable material(s). Vandalism, graffiti, trash and other debris shall be removed and cleaned up within 24 hours of being reported.
12. Signs are not approved as part of this permit. Prior to establishing any new signs or replacing existing signs, the applicant shall submit an application and receive approval for a Sign Permit from the Planning Division. Banners, flags, pennants, and similar signs are prohibited unless a Temporary Sign Permit is obtained.
13. All exterior lighting shall be energy efficient with the option to lower or reduce usage when the facility is closed.
14. Submittal requirements for permit applications (site improvements, landscaping, etc.) to Building Plan Check and/or Land Development must include all Conditions of Approval issued with this approval printed on the plan sheets.
15. All Conditions of Approval and Standard Requirements shall be implemented and/or completed prior to final inspection and/or issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy.
16. If feasible per the Planning Commission’s request, all parking stalls to be equipped with EV ready conduit for future EV connections.
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Public Works Consolidated Conditions of Approval:
17. Drainage and Flood Control
a) All drainage from the development shall be directed to an approved public drainage facility. If not feasible, proper drainage facilities and easements shall be provided to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
b) If site drainage is to be discharged into the public street, the drainage shall be conveyed through a parkway culvert constructed in accordance with City Standard No. 400.
Conveyance of site drainage over the Driveway approaches will not be permitted. c) A Non-Categorical Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) is required for this project. The applicant is directed to the City of San Bernardino’s web page for the template. The Land Development Division, prior to issuance of any permit, shall approve the WQMP. A CD copy of the approved WQMP is required prior to grading permit issuance.
d) The Land Development Division, prior to grading plan approval, shall approve an Erosion Control Plan. The plan shall be designed to control erosion due to water and wind, including blowing dust, during all phases of construction, including graded areas which are not proposed to be immediately built upon.
18. Grading and Landscaping
a) The grading and on-site improvement plan shall be signed by a Registered Civil Engineer and a grading permit will be required. The grading plan shall be prepared in strict accordance with the City's "Grading Policies and Procedures" and the City's "Standard Drawings", unless otherwise approved by the Building Official. b) Wheel stops are not permitted by the Development Code, except at designated accessible parking spaces. Therefore, continuous 6” high curb shall be used around planter areas and areas where head in parking is adjacent to walkways. The parking spaces may be 16.5’ deep and may overhang the landscaping or walkway by 2.5’.
Overhang into the setback area or into an ADA path of travel (minimum 4’ wide) is not permitted.
c) The refuse enclosure(s) shall be constructed in accordance with City Standard Drawing No. 508 with an accessible path of travel and modifications to provide ADA access.
The minimum size of the refuse enclosure shall be 8 feet x 15 feet. Where a refuse enclosure is proposed to be constructed adjacent to spaces for parking passenger vehicles, a 3’ wide by 6 “ high concrete planter shall be provided to separate the enclosure from the adjacent parking. The placement of the enclosure and design of the planter shall preclude the enclosure doors from opening into drive aisles or impacting against adjacent parked cars.
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d) All fencing shall be shown and detailed on the on-site improvement plan. e) The on-site improvement plan shall include details of on-site lighting, including light location, type of poles and fixtures, foundation design with structural calculations, conduit location, material and size, and Photometric plot shall be provided which show that the proposed on-site lighting design will provide:
1 foot-candle of illumination uniformly distributed over the surface of the parking lot during hours of operation, and
0.25 foot-candles security lighting during all other hours. f) The design of on-site improvements shall also comply with all requirements of The California Building Code, Title 24, relating to accessible parking and accessibility, including retrofitting of existing building access points for accessibility, if applicable. g) An accessible path of travel shall be provided from the public way to the building entrance. All pathways shall be paved and shall provide a minimum clear width of 4 feet. Where parking overhangs the pathway, the minimum paved width shall be 6.5 feet.
h) The public right-of-way, between the property line and top of curb (also known as “parkway”) along adjoining streets shall be landscaped by the developer and maintained in perpetuity by the property owner. Details of the parkway landscaping shall be included in the project’s on-site landscape plan. i) The applicant must post a performance bond prior to issuance of Public Works permits.
The amount of the bond is to be determined by Public Works Department.
19. Street Improvement and Dedications: (A Traffic Report may increase and extend these requirements.)
a) For the streets listed below, dedication of adequate street right-of-way (R.W.) per the General Plan and Municipal Code shall provide the distance from street centerline to property line and placement of the curb line (C.L.) in relation to the street centerline shall be as follows:
Street Name Right of Way (feet) Curb Line (feet)
D Street
(140-152-22)
40’ ± Existing
No Dedication
“Secondary Arterial”
28’ ± Existing
None Proposed
b) “D” Street TI=7.5
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i) The existing curb & gutter, sidewalk, and/or driveway fronting the site are in fair condition if at any time panels do not comply with ADA Requirements there shall be a full Replacement of the curb & gutter, sidewalk, and/or driveway. ii) Appropriate permits from all applicable agencies shall be obtained prior to construction.
c) With Submittal of improvement plans including but not limited to grading plans, Street improvement plans, storm drain and retention/detention basin plans, and erosion/sediment control plans, The Applicant shall cause to be formed, or shall be annexed into an existing, Community Facilities District(s) (CFD) (2019-1 Maintenance) for landscaping, lighting, streets, drainage facilities, street sweeping, graffiti removal, or other infrastructure, as required by the City to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. The Applicant shall initiate the maintenance and benefit assessment district(s) formation, or annexation, by submitting a landowner petition and consent form (provided by the City) and deposited necessary fees concurrent with the application for street and grading plan review and approval; and said maintenance and benefit assessment district(s) shall be established concurrent with the approval of the final map in the case of the subdivision of land, or prior issuance of any certificate of occupancy where there is no subdivision of land, and as approved by the City Engineer.
Reso 2018-264, Reso 2019-178.
d) No direct connection top City Storm Drains or catch basins. e) Refuse shall be provided by Burrtec; Burrtec will therefore provide standard multi- family residential collection services for trash, mixed recyclables, and residential organics.
f) City approved trash screens and filtration devices shall be installed in all catch basins or manhole connections.
g) A temporary construction encroachment permit from Public Works Department shall be required for utility cuts into existing streets or any work within City’s right-of-way.
Pavement restoration or trench repair shall be in conformance with City Standard No. 310. Public facilities shall be restored or constructed back to Public Works Department satisfaction.
h) Any pavement work affecting the traffic loop detectors shall be coordinated and subjected to Public Works Traffic Division requirements. i) The above conditions shall comply with current codes and policies at time of construction.
j) No Certificate of Occupancy until all construction has been inspected and signed off by all applicable Departments.
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20. Required Engineering Plans: a complete submittal for plan checking shall consist of:
street improvement plans,
sewer plans and private sewers may be shown on on-site and off-site improvement plans; all sewer plans must be on a separate plan with profile submitted to SBMWD, storm drain plans and private storm drains may be shown on on-site and off-site improvement plans; public storm drains must be on a separate plan with profile, traffic signal plans must be submitted on a separate plan (if needed), signing and striping plan (may be on sheets included in street improvement plan, verification and approval prior to submission),
lighting for offsite plans must be submitted on a separate plan unless prior approval before submission, (on-site lighting may be included in on-site improvement plan or may be on a separate stand-alone plan),
grading (may be incorporated with on-site improvement plan – Community Development),
on-site improvement plans and on-site landscaping and irrigation – Community Development,
water plans (shall be submitted to San Bernardino Municipal Water Department), other plans as required. Piecemeal submittal of various types of plans for the same project will not be allowed.
All required supporting calculations, studies and reports must be included in the initial submittal (including but not limited to drainage studies, soils reports, structural calculations).
a) All off-site improvement plans submitted for plan check shall be prepared on the City’s standard 24” x 36” sheets. A signature block satisfactory to the City Engineer or his designee shall be provided. Conditions of the project shall be inserted in the plans. b) After completion of plan checking, final mylar drawings, stamped and signed by the Registered Civil Engineer in charge, shall be submitted to the City Engineer and/or Building Official for approval.
c) Electronic files of all improvement plans/drawings shall be submitted to the City Engineer. The files shall be compatible with AutoCAD 2015 and include a .dxf file of the project. Files shall be on CD and shall be submitted at the same time the final mylar drawings are submitted for approval.
d) Copies of the City’s design policies and procedures and standard drawings are available at the Public Works Counter for the cost of reproduction. They are also available at no charge at the Public Works Web Site at http://www.sbcity.org
21. Required Engineering Permits
a) Grading permit – Community Development
b) On-site improvements construction permit (except buildings - see Community Development – Land Development), including landscaping. c) Off-site improvement construction permits.
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22. Applicable Engineering Fees
a) All plan checks, permit, inspection, and impact fees are outlined on the Public Works Fee Schedule. A deposit in the amount of 100% of the estimated checking fee for each set of plans will be required at time of application for plan check.
The amount of the fee is subject to adjustment if the construction cost estimate varies more than 10% from the estimate submitted with the application for plan checking. b) The current fee schedule is available at the Public Works Counter and at http://www.sbcity.org.
23. Traffic Requirements
a) If required all Traffic Mitigation Measures shall be implemented according to the recommendations of the City Traffic Engineer prior to Street Improvement plan approval.
Building and Safety Division
24. Upon planning approval, plans shall be submitted to the building department complying with the 2022 California Building Code for approval including any structural plans and energy calculations.
25. Units must meet all the requirements of CBC 11A for a site with 4 residential units. This would include at least one unit meeting the requirements for full 11A accessibility as per 1101A.1.
This includes all common use areas. This building does not meet the exception as listed in CBC 1102A.2. This includes the entry from the public right of way and the parking area.
26. Show refuse collection areas, these will need to comply with CBC 1127A.1.
27. Grading and paving must meet the requirements of CGBC 5.106.10. Be sure to show surface water management on new plan submittal.
28. Correct plans prior to submittal. Some areas say 5 units and some say 4. Some notes say 5 parking spaces and some say 4. Make sure all notes are accurate.
29. Dimension distance to lot lines and adjacent structures if applicable.
San Bernardino County Consolidated Fire District
32. The above referenced project is under the jurisdiction of the San Bernardino County Fire Department herein “Fire Department”. Prior to any construction occurring on any parcel, the applicant shall contact the Fire Department for verification of current fire protection requirements. All new construction shall comply with the current California Fire Code requirements and all applicable status, codes, ordinances, and standards of the Fire Department.
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30. The required fire fees shall be paid to the San Bernardino County Fire Department/Community Safety Division.
31. Fire condition letters shall expire on the date determined by the Planning or Building and Safety Divisions.
32. Construction permits, including Fire Condition Letters, shall automatically expire and become invalid unless the work authorized by such permit is commenced within 180 days after its issuance, or if the work authorized by such permit is suspended or abandoned for a period of 180 days after the time the work is commenced. Suspension or abandonment shall mean that no inspection by the Department has occurred with 180 days of any previous inspection. After a construction permit or Fire Condition Letter becomes invalid and before such previously approved work commences, a new permit shall be first obtained and the fee to re-commence work shall be one half the fee for the new permit for such work, provided no changes have been made or will be made in the original construction documents for such work, and provided further that such suspension or abandonment has not exceeded one year. A request to extend the Fire Condition Letter or Permit may be made in writing PRIOR TO the expiration date justifying the reason that the Fire Condition Letter should be extended.
33. Prior to building permits being issued to any new structure, the primary access road shall be paved or an all-weather surface and shall be installed as specified in the General Requirement conditions, including width, vertical clearance, and turnouts.
34. An automatic fire sprinkler system complying with NFPA Pamphlet #13 and Fire Department standards is required. The applicant shall hire a licensed fire sprinkler contractor. The fire sprinkler contractor shall submit plans with hydraulic calculations, manufacturers specification sheets and a letter from a licensed structural (or truss) engineer with a stamp verifying the roof is capable of accepting the point loads imposed on the building by the fire sprinkler system design to the Fire Department for approval. The contractor shall submit plans showing type of storage and use with the applicable protection system. The required fees shall be paid at the time of plan submittal.
35. Hand portable fire extinguishers are required. The location, type, and cabinet design shall be approved by the Fire Department.
36. The street address shall be installed on the building with numbers that are a minimum of four (4) inches in height and with a one half (½) inch stroke. The address shall be visible from the street. During the hours of darkness, the numbers shall be internally and electrically illuminated with a low voltage power source. Numbers shall contrast with their background and be legible from the street. Where the building is one hundred (100) feet or more from the roadway, the street address shall be displayed at the property entrances with numbers that are a minimum of four (4) inches in height and one half (½) inch stroke.
37. In addition to the Fire requirements stated herein, other onsite and off-site improvements may be required which cannot be determined at this time and would have to be reviewed after more complete improvement plans and profiles have been submitted to this office.
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38. Any changes to this proposal shall require new Fire Department condition letter.
SECTION 6.The documents and materials associated with this Resolution and that constitute the record of proceedings on which these findings are based are located at 290 North D Street, San Bernardino, CA 92401. The City Clerk is the custodian of the record of proceedings.
SECTION 7.Notice of Determination: The Planning Division of the Community and Economic Development Department is hereby directed to file a Notice of Determination with the County Clerk of the Board of Supervisors of the County of San Bernardino And State Clearinghouse within five (5) working days of Project approval.
SECTION 9. Severability: If any section, subsection, subdivision, sentence, or clause or phrase in this Resolution or any part thereof is for any reason held to be unconstitutional, invalid or ineffective by any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity or effectiveness of the remaining portions of this Resolution or any part thereof. The Mayor and City Council hereby declares that it would have adopted each section irrespective of the fact that any one or more subsections, subdivisions, sentences, clauses, or phrases be declared unconstitutional, invalid, or ineffective.
SECTION 10. Custodian of Records. The documents and materials associated with this Resolution and that constitute the record of proceedings on which these findings are based are located at 290 North D Street, San Bernardino, CA 92401. The City Clerk is the custodian of the record of proceedings.
APPROVED and ADOPTED by the City Council and signed by the Mayor and attested by the City Clerk this 16th day of July, 2025.
Helen Tran, Mayor
City of San Bernardino
Attest:
Telicia Lopez, Acting City Clerk
Approved as to form:
Sonia Carvalho, City Attorney
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CERTIFICATION
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I, Telicia Lopez, Acting City Clerk, hereby certify that the attached is a true copy of Resolution No. 2025-324, adopted at a regular meeting held at the 16 th day of July, 2025 by the following vote:
Council Members: AYES NAYS ABSTAIN ABSENT
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WITNESS my hand and official seal of the City of San Bernardino this ___ day of _________, 2025.
Telicia Lopez, Acting City Clerk