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RESOLUTION NO. 2026-153
RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO, CALIFORNIA,
ADOPTING THE MITIGATED NEGATIVE
DECLARATION AND MITIGATION MONITORING AND
REPORTING PROGRAM IN COMPLIANCE WITH
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
SECTION 15164(a); APPROVING SUBDIVISION 25-03
(TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 20826) ALLOWING
FOR THE SUBDIVISION OF A 5.82-ACRE PROPERTY
INTO SIXTY-EIGHT (68) SINGLE-FAMILY PLANNED
RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT (PRD) LOTS; AND
DEVELOPMENT PERMIT TYPE-P 25-07 FOR SITE AND
ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW OF THE SIXTY-EIGHT
(68) PRD DWELLINGS.
WHEREAS, on June 17, 2025, pursuant to the requirements of Chapter 19.66 (Subdivision Maps) and Chapter 19.44 (Development Permits) an application for Subdivision 25-03 (Tentative Parcel Map 20826), and Development Permit Type-P 25-07 was duly submitted by:
Property Owner/Applicant: Century Communities
APN(s): 0148-303-21, 22, 24, and 26
Lot Area: 5.82 acres
WHEREAS, together Subdivision 25-03 (Tentative Parcel Map 20826), and Development Permit Type-P 25-07 constitute a portion of the Little Mountain Planned Residential Development Project ("Project"); and
WHEREAS, Subdivision 25-03 (Tentative Tract Map No. 20826) is a request to allow the subdivision of the 5.82-acre property into sixty-eight (68) single-family PRD lots; and WHEREAS, Development Permit Type-P 25-07 is a request to allow the development, establishment, and architectural review of sixty-eight (68) two-story PDR dwellings; and WHEREAS, pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”; Public Resources Code, Section 21000 et seq.), Section 21067, and State CEQA Guidelines (California Code Regulations, Section 15000 et seq.), Section 15367, the City of San Bernardino is the lead agency for the Project; and
WHEREAS, City staff determined that pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15073, preparation of a Mitigated Negative Declaration was the appropriate environmental review procedure under CEQA, because all potential significant impacts of the Project can be mitigated to a level of less than significant; and
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WHEREAS, a Mitigated Negative Declaration (“MND”) and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (“MMRP”) were prepared for the Project; and WHEREAS, pursuant to requirements of Section 15063 of the California Environmental Quality Act, the Planning Division of the Community Development and Housing Department accepted the Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program prepared by EPC Environmental Inc. on behalf of and submitted by the applicant for Subdivision 25-03 (Tentative Parcel Map 20826) and Development Permit Type-P 25-07; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Division of the Community Development and Housing Department has reviewed the Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program, Subdivision 25-03 (Tentative Parcel Map 20826) and Development Permit Type-P 25-07 for consistency with the City of San Bernardino General Plan, and compliance with the City of San Bernardino Development Code and underlying zone; and WHEREAS, on July 22, 2026, pursuant to Section 19.44.030 (Project Review) of the City of San Bernardino Development Code, the Development and Environmental Review Committee reviewed the application and forwarded the (1) Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program, (2) Subdivision 25-03 (TTM 20826), and (3) Development Permit Type-P 25-07 to the Planning Commission for consideration; and WHEREAS, on August 11, 2026 the Planning Commission of the City of San Bernardino held a duly noticed public hearing to consider public testimony and staff’s report. At the public hearing there was no opposition to the Project and after the public comments, the Planning Commission deliberated and a motion was made by Commissioner Carlone, seconded by Commissioner Quiel, to approve staff’s recommendation to forward an approval recommendation of the (1) Mitigated Negative Declaration, Mitigation Monitoring, and Reporting Program, (2) Subdivision 25-03 (TTM 20826), and (3) Development Permit Type-P 25-07, to the Mayor and City Council. The motion was approved unanimously per Resolution 2026-024; and WHEREAS, notice of the September 16, 2026 public hearing for the Mayor and City Council's consideration of this proposed Resolution was published in The Sun newspaper on September 5, 2026, and was mailed to the owners and tenants of property located within 1,000 feet of the subject property in accordance with Development Code Chapter 19.52 (Hearing and Appeals); and
WHEREAS, at the public hearing conducted by the Mayor and City Council, no additional information submitted to the City Council produced substantial new information requiring substantial revisions that would trigger recirculation of additional environmental review under State CEQA Guidelines Section 15088.5; and
WHEREAS, at the public hearing conducted by the Mayor and City Council on September 16, 2026 there was no opposition to the Project; and
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WHEREAS, pursuant to the requirements of Chapter 19.52 (Hearing and Appeals), Chapter 19.44 (Administrative and Development Permits), and Chapter 19.66 (Subdivision Maps) of the City of San Bernardino Development Code, the Mayor and City Council have the authority to take action on (1) the Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (2) Subdivision 25-03 (TTM 20826), and (3) Development Permit Type-P 25-07.
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO 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. The Mayor and City Council having independently reviewed and analyzed the record before it, including the IS/Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program, and written and oral testimony, and having exercised their independent judgment, find that there is no substantial evidence supporting a fair argument that approval of the Project will result in a significant effect on the environment.
SECTION 3.Adoption of the IS/Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program: Based upon the findings made herein and their independent judgment and analysis, the Mayor and City Council hereby adopt the IS/Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference as Exhibit B. The Mayor and City Council hereby impose each mitigation measure as a condition of approval of the Project, in accordance with CEQA and the State CEQA Guidelines.
SECTION 4.Findings of Fact-Subdivision 25-03 (Tentative Tract Map 20826):
Finding No. 1:The proposed map is consistent with the General Plan.
Finding of Fact:The proposed subdivision (Tentative Tract Map 20826) would subdivide the subject project site into one sixty-eight (68) single-family residential lots and common open spaces to correspond to the proposed Planned Unit Development containing approximately 5.82 acres. Additionally, the subdivision is consistent with General Plan goals and Policies and the relevant provisions of the Development Code.
Finding No. 2:The design and improvements of the proposed subdivision is consistent with the General Plan.
Finding of Fact:The proposed Tentative Tract Map will allow the development and establishment of a Planned Unit Development comprised of sixty-eight (68) single-family residential lots which are compatible with the surrounding residential developments. Additionally, the proposed Tentative Tract Map will connect to existing water and sewer services, roads, storm drains, and Resolution No. 2026-153
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private utilities. Therefore, the proposed subdivision is consistent with the following General Plan goals and policies:
General Plan Land Use Goal 2.2: Promote development that integrates with surrounding land uses.
General Plan Land Use policy 2.7.5: Require that developments conform to the availability of public infrastructure to accommodate its demands and mitigate its impacts.
Finding No. 3:The site is physically suitable for the type of development.
Finding of Fact:The proposed subdivision has been designed to meet the requirements of the Residential Medium (RM) zone and to accommodate the proposed Planned Unit Development.
Finding No. 4:The site is physically suitable for the proposed density of development.
Finding of Fact:The proposed subdivision with a density of eleven (11) residential dwellings per acre has been designed to meet the density of twelve (12) residential dwellings per acre of the Residential Medium (RM) zone.
Finding No. 5:The design of the subdivision(s) and the proposed improvements will not cause substantial environmental damage or substantially or avoidably injure fish or wildlife or their habitat.
Finding of Fact:In accordance with Public Resources Code, Section 15074, a Mitigated Negative Declaration with the appropriate Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (in order to ensure that the Mitigation Measures are implemented to prevent potential environmental impacts) was prepared in connection with the Project, including the proposed subdivision. Therefore, no significant negative impacts on the environment are anticipated.
Finding No. 6:The design of the subdivision(s) or type of improvements will not cause serious public health problems.
Finding of Fact:The design of the proposed subdivision meets all of the applicable Development Code requirements and will not result in any serious public health problems. The proposed parcels will have access to existing public streets. Existing utilities and public services are available to serve the project site and ensure the maintenance of public health and safety.
Finding No. 7:The design of the subdivision(s) or the type of improvements will not conflict with easements, acquired by the public at large, for access through or use of property within the proposed subdivision.
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Finding of Fact:The design of the subdivision will not conflict with any public or private easements. All documentation relating to easements and dedications will be reviewed and approved by the City Engineer prior to recordation of the Final Map. Existing easements will be reserved in place or relocated, as necessary.
SECTION 5.Findings of Fact Development Permit Type-P 25-07:
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 Planned Unit Development comprised of sixty-eight (68) single-family residential dwellings is a permitted land use within the Residential Medium (RM) zone, subject to the approval of a Development Permit with the appropriate Conditions of Approval and CEQA determination. With the concurrent approval of General Plan Amendment 25-02 and Development Code Amendment (Zoning Map Amendment) 25- 07, the proposal under Development Permit Type-P 25-07 will be developed in compliance with all of the applicable development standards and design guidelines of the Residential Medium (RM) zone. Therefore, the proposed development would not impair the integrity and character of the subject land use district.
Finding No. 2:The proposed development is consistent with the General Plan.
Finding of Fact:With the concurrent approval of General Plan Amendment 25-02 and Development Code Amendment (Zoning Map Amendment) 25-07, the proposed project is consistent with General Plan goals and policies including the following:
Land Use Element Policy 2.2.1: Ensure compatibility between uses and quality design through adherence to the standards and regulations in the Development Code and policies and guidelines in the Community Design Element.
Housing Element Goal 3.2: Conserve and improve the existing affordable housing stock and revitalize deteriorating neighborhoods. 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.
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Community Design Element Policy5.5.1: Require new and in-fill development to be of compatible scale and massing as existing development yet allow the flexibility to accommodate unique architecture, colors, and materials in individual projects.
The proposed Planned Unit Development comprised of sixty-eight (68) detached single-family dwellings will provide additional housing opportunities within the City, consistent with these General Plan goals and policies. Additionally, the proposed project is permitted within the Residential Medium (RM) zone, subject to the approval of a Development Permit with the appropriate Conditions of Approval and CEQA determination.
Finding No. 3:The 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 Planned Unit Development comprised of sixty-eight (68) detached single-family residences will be harmonious and compatible with the existing single-family residential developments within the surrounding area.
The scale and density of the proposed development is similar to that of the existing residential development in the area and it conforms to the development standards of the Residential Medium (RM) zone. With the concurrent approval of General Plan Amendment 25-02, Development Code Amendment (Zoning Map Amendment) 25-07, Subdivision 25-03 (Tentative Parcel Map 20826), and Development Permit Type-P 25-07, the proposal is consistent with both the General Plan and Development Code, thus no land use conflict is expected to result from construction of the proposed project.
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 (CEQA), a Mitigated Negative Declaration was prepared in connection with Development Permit Type-P 25-07 which analyzed the proposed Planned Residential Development.
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.
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Finding of Fact:In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), a Mitigated Negative Declaration was prepared in connection with Development Permit Type-P 25-07 which analyzed the proposed Planned Unit Development and deemed that no significant negative impacts on resource for sensitive species or other biological resources.
Finding No. 6:The subject site is physically suitable for the type and density/intensity of use being proposed.
Finding of Fact:The proposed Planned Unit Development consists of single-family residences with a density of eleven (11) residential dwellings per acre that has been designed to meet the density of twelve (12) residential dwellings per acre of the Residential Medium (RM) zone.
Finding No. 7:There 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 Planned Unit Development comprised of sixty- eight (68) single-family residences. The existing site is located adjacent to and 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 project under Development Permit Type-P 25-07 will not be detrimental to public services or public health and safety.
Finding No. 8:The 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:With the concurrent approval of General Plan Amendment 25-02 and Development Code Amendment (Zoning Map Amendment) 25-07, the proposed Planned Unit Development comprised of sixty-eight (68) single- family residences conforms to all applicable development standards and land use regulations of the Residential Medium (RM) zone. Therefore, the design of the project, in conjunction with the recommended Conditions of Approval, will ensure that the proposal will not create significant noise, traffic, or other conditions or situations that may be objectionable or detrimental to other permitted uses in the vicinity of the site, nor will it be adverse to the public interest, health, safety, convenience or welfare of the City. The location, size, design and character of the proposed development will enhance the neighborhood to the benefit of the public interest and general welfare of the City.
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SECTION 6.Subdivision 25-03 (Tentative Tract Map 20826), a request to subdivide the subject project site into sixty-eight (68) single-family residential lots and common open spaces to correspond to the proposed Planned Unit Development containing approximately 5.82 acres; and Development permit Type-P 25-07, the architectural review of the sixty-eight (68) two-story single family units attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference as Attachment 1, is hereby approved, subject to the following Conditions of Approval:
1. This approval is for the following; 1) Adopt the IS/Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act; 2) approve Subdivision Tentative Tract Map No. 20826 to subdivide the project site into sixty-eight (68) Planned Residential Development (PRD) lots; and 3) approve site and architectural review for sixty-eight (68) two-story detached PRD single-family dwellings located at the corner of N. Miramonte Drive and N. Little Mountain Road (Ward 2), APN(s): 0148-303-21, 22, 24, and 26 within the Commercial Office (CO) zone.
2. The project site shall be developed and maintained in accordance with the plans stamped September 16, 2026 (Exhibit “A”), approved by the City, which includes a site plan, floor plan, exterior elevations and concept landscaping plan on file in the Planning Division; the Conditions of Approval contained herein; and, the City’s Municipal Code regulations.
3. The project shall be subject to all of the mitigation measures contained within the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (Exhibit “B”), dated September 16, 2026 and incorporated herein by reference, as Conditions of Approval.
4. Within two (2) years of the approval of the Development Permit, the commencement of construction shall have occurred, or the permit/approval shall become null and void. In addition, if at any time after the commencement of construction, work is discontinued for a period of one (1) year, then the permit/approval shall become null and void. However, approval of the Development Permit does not authorize the commencement of construction. All necessary permits must be obtained prior to the commencement of specified construction activities included in the Conditions of Approval.
EXPIRATION DATE: September 16, 2028
5. 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.
6. 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 Resolution No. 2026-153
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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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7. Construction- 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 shall occur Monday through Friday and Saturday from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm per Planning Commissions approval of the request to do so per the Developer (Amended by PC 8.11.26).
8. 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 the commencement of work.
9. The project landscape plans shall be in substantial compliance with the Conceptual Landscape plan and prepared in accordance with the Development Code, section 19.28.120 (Water Efficient Landscaping Standards).
10. Minor Modifications to the plans shall be subject to approval by the Director through the Minor Modification Permit process. Any modification that exceeds 10% of the allowable measurable design/site considerations shall require the refilling of the original application.
11. The project shall comply with all applicable requirements of the Building and Safety Division, Police Department, East valley Water District, Public Works Department, and the City Clerk’s Office/Business Registration Division.
12. This approval shall comply with the requirements of other outside agencies (i.e., San Bernardino County Health Department, Division of Environmental Health Services, San Bernardino County Consolidated Fire District, and California Board of Equalization), as applicable.
13. The Homeowner’s Association shall be responsible for regular maintenance of the project site. The site shall be maintained in a clean condition and free of litter or any other Resolution No. 2026-153
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undesirable material(s). Vandalism, graffiti, trash, and other debris shall be removed and cleaned up within twenty-four (24) hours of being reported.
14. Signs are not approved as part of this permit. Prior to establishing any new signs, or to 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.
15. All exterior lighting shall be contained within property lines and be energy efficient, with the option to lower or reduce usage when the facility is closed.
16. 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.
17. All conditions of the Public Works Department shall be met to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
18. SoCalGas Distribution does have facilities in the area. Please include a note to have the developer contact 811 / USA at DigAlert | Utility Locating California Underground Wire & Cable Locator prior to any excavation / demolition activities so we can Locate & Mark out our facilities. Any excavation activity within ten (10) feet of our High-Pressure facilities will require a SoCalGas employee standby. If the Developer needs new gas service, please have them contact our Builder Services group to begin the application process as soon as practicable, at https://www.socalgas.com/for-your-business/builder- services.
19. 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.
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20. Upon planning approval, plans shall be submitted to the building department complying with the 2025 California Building Code for approval including any structural plans and energy calculations.
21. Easements will need to be recorded for driveways and utilities crossing over property lines to be finalized upon sale.
22. 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.
23. All general paths of circulation must be accessible as is required by CBC 11B-206.3.
24. Building permits will only be issued after issuance of building pad certification.
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25. Sight lighting must comply with CGBC 5.106.8. This includes protection against light pollution.
26. If applicable, easements will need to be recorded for driveways and utilities crossing over property lines to be finalized upon sale (For multi, single residences developments).
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27. Site Studies/Reports
i. A local drainage study (Hydrology) will be required for the project. Any drainage improvements, structures or storm drains needed to mitigate downstream impacts or protect the development shall be designed and constructed at the developer's expense, and right-of-way dedicated as necessary.
ii. An approved Preliminary Full-Categorical Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) shall be included with planning entitlement package. The preliminary WQMP shall be conceptually approved prior to planning approval. The applicant is directed to the County of San Bernardino’s Flood Control web page for the template and Technical Guidance Document.
iii. A Final Full-Categorical Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) is required for this project. The applicant is directed to the County of San Bernardino’s Flood Control web page for the template and Technical Guidance Document. The Land Development Division, prior to issuance of any permit, shall approve the WQMP.
A USB/Flash Drive or email/drop box transmittal of electronic file(s) of the approved WQMP and Hydrology Study shall be required prior to City prior to grading permit issuance.
iv. Detention basins shall be designed in accordance with “Detention Basin Design Criteria for San Bernardino County.” Retention basins are not acceptable. v. A Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) will be required. The applicant is directed to State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) SMART Login system. The SWPPP shall be approved by the State and a USB/Flash Drive or email/drop box transmittal of electronic file(s) of the approved SWPPP shall be submitted to City prior to grading permit issuance.
vi. A "Notice of Intent (NOI)" shall be filed with the State Water Resources Control Board for construction disturbing 1 acre or more of land (including the project area, construction yards, storage areas, etc.). A WDID number issued by the State of California is required prior to the issuance of grading permit.
vii. 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 Resolution No. 2026-153
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and wind, including blowing dust, during all phases of construction, including graded areas which are not proposed to be immediately built upon. viii. A Geotechnical evaluation is required for the site. The evaluation must be submitted and approved prior to issuance of a grading permit. Any grading requirements recommended by the evaluation shall be incorporated in the grading plan. ix. 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).
28. Mapping
i. A note of vacations/abandonments must be on the Tentative Tract Map prior to the processing of a Final Tract Map. City acknowledgment of the vacation/abandonment must also be on the Tentative Tract Map prior to the processing of a Final Tract Map.
ii. A Tentative and Final Tract Map is required. The Final Map shall be based on a field survey and the applicant‘s surveyor/engineer shall submit the Final Map with supporting documents for review and approval to Land Development. The Final Map shall be recorded prior to building permit issuance.
29. Drainage and Flood Control
i. All necessary drainage and flood control measures shall be subject to requirements of the Building Official, which may be based in part on the recommendations of the San Bernardino County Department of Transportation and Flood Control. The developer's Engineer shall furnish all necessary data relating to drainage and flood control.
ii. 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.
iii. 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.
30. Grading and Landscaping
i. 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.
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ii. If the grading plan indicates export or import, the source of the import material or the site for the deposition of the export shall be noted on the grading plan. Permit numbers shall be noted if the source or destination is in the City of San Bernardino. iii. If more than 50 cubic yards of earth is to be hauled on City Streets then a special hauling permit shall be obtained from the City Engineer. Additional conditions, such as truck route approval, traffic controls, bonding, covering of loads, street cleaning, etc. may be required by the City Engineer.
iv. If more than 5,000 cubic yards of earthwork is proposed, the grading operations shall be supervised in accordance with Section 3317.2 of the California Building Code.
v. One 4' x 11' PCC pad at least 4" thick shall be provided in the rear or side yard area of each lot for storage of recycling containers. The pad shall be screened from public view, and a 3' wide concrete walkway shall be provided from the driveway to the pad. All gates along the access way shall have a minimum clear width of 3'- 6".
vi. All electrical transformers located outdoors on the site, shall be screened from view with a solid wall or landscaping and shall not be located in any setback/right-of- way area. If the transformer cannot be screened, it shall be located in an underground vault unless approved by the City Engineer pursuant to Section
19.30.110.
vii. 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. Curbing may be left out at structure access points. Continuous concrete curbing at least 6 inches high and 6 inches wide shall be provided at least 3 feet from any wall, fence, property line, walkway, or structure where parking and/or drive aisles are located adjacent thereto. Curbing may be left out at structure access points. The space between the curb and wall, fence, property line, walkway or structure shall be landscaped, except as allowed by the Development Review Committee. viii. The space between the curb and wall, fence, property line, walkway or structure shall be landscaped, except as allowed by the Development Review Committee.
Overhang into the minimum 4’ wide setback area or into the ADA path of travel is not permitted.
ix. All accessible parking spaces shall be a minimum of 18 feet by 9 feet net. If parking overhangs the pathway, the minimum landscaping or walkway paved width shall be 6.5 feet to accommodate a 16.5’ deep parking stall and 2.5’ overhang.
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x. 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.
xi. Retaining walls, block walls and all on-site fencing shall be designed and detailed on the on-site improvement Plan. Structural and/or building work shall also form part of building permits issued by the Building Official. All masonry walls shall be constructed of decorative block with architectural features acceptable to the City Planner.
xii. The project Landscape Plan shall be reviewed and approved by the Land Development Division prior to issuance of a grading permit. xiii. If more than 5 trees are to be removed from the site, a tree removal permit conforming to the requirements of Section 19.28.100 of the Development Code shall be obtained from the Department of Community Development - Planning Division prior to issuance of any grading or site development permits. xiv. The public right-of-way, between the property line and sidewalk (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. xv. No construction on a site shall begin before a temporary/security fence is in place and approved by the Building Official or his designee. Temporary/security fencing may not be removed until approved by the Building Official or his designee. The owner or owner’s agent shall immediately remove the temporary/security fencing upon the approval of the Building Official or his designee. Sites that contain multiple buildings shall maintain the temporary/security fencing around the portion of the site and buildings under construction as determined by the Building Official or his designee. All temporary/security fencing for construction sites shall include screening, emergency identification and safety identification and shall be kept in neat and undamaged condition.
31. On-Site Utilities
i. Utility services shall be placed underground and easements provided as required. ii. Design and construct all public utilities to serve the site in accordance with City Code, City Standards and requirements of the serving utility, including gas, electric, telephone, water, sewer and cable TV (Cable TV optional for commercial, industrial, or institutional uses).
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iii. Existing On-site Utilities which interfere with new construction shall be relocated at the Developer's expense as directed by the City Engineer. iv. Each site shall be provided with separate water and sewer facilities so the City or the agency providing such services in the area can serve it. v. Backflow preventers shall be installed for any building with the finished floor elevation below the rim elevation of the nearest upstream manhole. vi. This project is located in the sewer service area maintained by the City of San Bernardino, therefore any necessary sewer main extension shall be designed and constructed in accordance with the City’s “Sewer Policy and Procedures” and City Standard Drawings.
vii. Sewers within private streets or private parking lots will not be maintained by the City but shall be designed and constructed to City Standards and inspected under a City On-Site Construction Permit. A private sewer plan designed by the Developer's Engineer and approved by the City Engineer will be required. This plan can be incorporated in the grading plan, where practical. viii. An 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.
32. Required Engineering Plans
A complete submittal for plan checking shall consist of:
i. Street improvement plans (include engineering conditions, city standards, and cross sections in these plans).
ii. IF Traffic Signal plans are required (as conditioned by traffic reports), these must be submitted on a separate plan sheet and included in the street improvement plans. iii. IF Signing and Striping Plans are needed, these plans shall be on separate plan sheets included in street improvement plans.
iv. IF Lighting for offsite is required, these plans shall be on separate plan sheets included in street improvement plans.
v. Water Plans shall be submitted to San Bernardino Municipal Water Department. vi. IF Storm Drain plans are required then public storm drains must be included on separate sheets with profiles in the street improvement plans. Private storm drains shall be shown separate sheets with profiles in the on-site improvement plans. vii. On-site Improvement Plans with grading and on-site landscaping and irrigation.
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viii. IF Lighting for on-site plans are needed, they may be included with other on-site improvements or may be on a separate stand-alone plan.
ix. Other plans as required (piecemeal submittal of various types of plans for the same project will not be allowed).
x. All Plans shall include all supporting calculations, studies, and reports in the initial submittal (including but not limited to drainage studies, soils reports, structural calculations).
xi. CFD Plans are required and they shall include Landscaping, Irrigation, Basins, etc. that are included in the CFD that are not listed in the plans above. xii. All on-site and off-site improvement plans shall be electronically transmitted to the City for review as directed. The plans shall be formatted to print on 24” x 36” sheets, with City standard layout, borders, and signature block satisfactory to the City Engineer. Engineering conditions of the project shall be inserted in the last pages of the plans.
xiii. Electronic files of all improvement plans/drawings transmitted for plan review, and for final approval and signature, shall be in *.pdf format. The City may request files to be compatible with AutoCAD 2000 and include a *.DXF file. xiv. After completion of plan checking, final digital drawings stamped and signed by the Registered Civil Engineer in charge, and by any other engineers providing certifications, shall be electronically transmitted to the City Engineer for approval and signature. Any drawings or plans required by the Building Official for approval, however, shall be printed or plotted on mylar or paper media with a stamp and signature by the Registered Civil Engineer in charge.
33. Required Engineering Permits/Documents
a. Tract Map (MP)
b. WQMP / Hydrology (THR)
c. Grading / On-site improvements construction permit (LD). d. Off-site improvement construction permit (E)
e. Traffic Control and ROW Permits
f. CFD/Street Dedication permit (RP)
g. Financial Requirements/Bonds/Applicable Fees
i. All plan-check, 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.
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ii. The current fee schedule is available at the Public Works Counter and at: • http://www.sbcity.org
iii. The applicant must post a Grading Bond prior to issuance of On-Site a grading permit. The bond amount is to be determined by the Land Development Division. iv. The applicant must post a Performance Bond for the required On-Site work prior to issuance of On-Site permits. The bond amount is to be determined by the Land Development Division.
v. The applicant must post a Performance Bond for the required Off-Site work prior to issuance of Off-Site permits. The bond amount is to be determined by the Land Development Division.
vi. The applicant must post a Payment Bond for the required Off-Site work prior to issuance of Off-site permits. The bond amount is to be determined by the Land Development Division.
vii. The applicant must post a Landscaping & Warranty Bond for the required On-Site & Off-Site work prior to Permit Closeout and Acceptance of the work. The bond amount is to be determined by the Land Development Division.
34. Off-Site Street Improvement and Dedications
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 property line and placement of the curb line (C.L.) in relation to the street centerline shall be as follows:
b N. Little Mountain Drive – TI = 7.5 : * - **
i. (Existing Replace) The street shall be rehabilitated to the centerline of the street to meet the requirements detailed in a soils report based on the “R” value of the subgrade and the Traffic. Index, or The City’s has a minimum standard for new Street Name
Name of the Street(s)
Dedication
shall be
Right of Way (feet)
From Centerline
Curb Widening
shall be
Curb Line (feet)
From Centerline
N. Little Mountain Dr.
(0143-30-322,
0143-30-321,
0143-30-324
0143-30-326)
44’ Existing None-
Dedication for a total ½ width
of 44’ “Secondary Arterial”
33’ Existing None-Proposed
N. Miramonte Dr.
(0143-30-322,
0143-30-321,
0143-30-324
0143-30-326)
30’ Existing None-
Dedication for a total ½ width
of 30’ “Local -Collector” Per
General Plan
20’ Existing None-Proposed for a
total 1/2 width of 20’ Per General
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streets (4” AC over 8” Base) except truck usage (9”AC over 12” Base); However, if the Soils Report is obtained and indicates a thicker improvement, the thicker section shall be used.
ii. Areas of damage shall be full Remove and Replacement (R&R). iii. When Striping, all striping shall be thermoplastic paint per Section 84 of the Caltrans specifications.
iv. Remove existing driveways that are not being used under the project plans and replace with Curb Gutter and Sidewalk per city Standards. v. The corner shall be a 35’ Radius including a compliant ADA ramp with By-Pass and Truncated Domes. City of San Bernardino - Street Improvement Policy. vi. Construct Residential Driveway Approach per City Standard No. 203, including an accessible by-pass around the top of the drive approach. No Driveways closer than 100’ from BCR/ECR as directed by the City Engineer. On corner lots only one frontage may have a driveway.
vii. (12.92.050) Construct 8" Curb and Gutter per City Standard No. 200, type “B”.
City of San Bernardino - Street Improvement Policy.
viii. Construct 6’ wide Cross Gutter with Apron per City Standard No 201 City of San Bernardino - Street Improvement Policy.
ix. (12.92.050) Construct Sidewalk per City Standard No. 202; Case "A" (6’ wide adjacent to curb or match exiting if wider than 6’), MC12.92.050, MC19.30.170, Ord. MC-1027, 9-09-98; Ord. MC-691, 12-19-89, City of San Bernardino - Street Improvement Policy.
x. ADA Ramp shall be constructed at corner in accordance with the SPPWC (Standard Plans for Public Works Construction) or Caltrans Standard plans A88A. Federal Highway – DIB82-04, City of San Bernardino - Street Improvement Policy.
xi. Remove Street Light from SCE Wooden Pole.
xii. (19.30.050) Install Solar LED Street Lights adjacent to the site in accordance with City Standards. Also, when more than three (3) streetlights a separate street light plan sheet shall be submitted in the Offsite Improvement set in accordance with the City of San Bernardino Street Lighting Design Policies. Install ID Plate on Street light pole. Supply one (1) additional head for each solar head installed, As Directed by the City Traffic Engineer.
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xiii. Install type II Bike Lane per “Manual Uniform Traffic Control Devices - California”, as directed by the City Traffic Engineer, SBCTA (San Bernardino County Transportation Authority) Non-Motorized Transportation Plan rev. 2018. xiv. Underground existing poles, all utility line(s) including electrical under 34kv shall be underground and poles removed.
xv. When Replacing/Reconstructing or Constructing sidewalk, install two-3” Conduit 36” under the sidewalk with pull rope and pull boxes for future Traffic connections.
xvi. At least 28 feet of pavement shall be provided along streets adjacent to the subdivision, unless otherwise approved by the City Engineer. xvii. One independent means of access, 26’ wide paved and dedicated, shall be provided for the project off of Little Mountain, separate from Miramonte.
Additional width may be required for drainage control and traffic safety (Amended by PC 8.11.26).
xviii. Existing Electrical poles (34kv and higher) shall be relocated to 1.5’ behind curb, if the pole is in a sidewalk area an ADA minimum 4’ by-pass is required, 7.3.4 Roadside Design - AASHTO’s A Policy on Geometric Design of Streets and Highways, and 3.4.1 Curbs and Roadway Design Guide, DIB82-06 4.3.3 & 5 Caltrans.
xix. (19.48.030 Survey Required) Survey Monuments and ties shall be placed, replaced, tied out and recorded at any corner or alignment changes that are adjacent to the project area in accordance with California Land Surveyors Association – Monument Preservation Guidelines, Copies of Recorded Monuments/Ties shall be delivered to Public Works/Engineering. xx. Appropriate Permits from Caltrans, and any others shall be required when adjacent, over, or under any of these Municipalities.
N. Miramonte Drive – TI = 7.5 : * - **
i. The street shall be rehabilitated to the centerline of the street, to meet the requirements detailed in a soils report based on the “R” value of the subgrade and the Traffic Index, or The City’s has a minimum standard for new streets (4” AC over 8” Base) except truck usage (9”AC over 12” Base); However, if the Soils Report is obtained and indicates a thicker improvement, the thicker section shall be used.
ii. Areas of damages shall be full Remove and Replacement (R&R).When Striping, all striping shall be thermoplastic paint per section 84 of the Caltrans specifications.
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iii.Remove existing driveways that are not being used under the project plans and replace with Curb Gutter and Sidewalk per city Standards. iv.The corner shall be a 35’ Radius including a compliant ADA ramp with By-Pass and Truncated Domes. City of San Bernardino - Street Improvement Policy. v. Construct Residential Driveway Approach per City Standard No. 203, including an accessible by-pass around the top of the drive approach. No Driveways closer than 100’ from BCR/ECR as directed by the City Engineer. On corner lots only one frontage may have a driveway.
vi.When Replacing/Reconstructing Curb and Gutter panels, Construct 8" Curb and Gutter per City Standard No. 200, type “B” City of San Bernardino - Street Improvement Policy.
vii. Construct 6’ wide Cross Gutter with Apron per City Standard No 201 City of San Bernardino - Street Improvement Policy.
viii. When Replacing or reconstructing Sidewalk panels, Construct Sidewalk per City Standard No. 202; Case "A" (6’ wide adjacent to curb or match exiting if wider than 6’).
ix.ADA Ramp shall be constructed at corner in accordance with the SPPWC (Standard Plans for Public Works Construction) or Caltrans Standard plans A88A. Federal Highway – DIB82-04, City of San Bernardino - Street Improvement Policy.
x. Remove Street Lights from SCE Wooden Pole.
xi.(19.30.050) Install Solar LED Street Lights adjacent to the site in accordance with City Standards. Also, when more than three (3) streetlights a separate street light plan sheet shall be submitted in the Offsite Improvement set in accordance with the City of San Bernardino Street Lighting Design Policies. Install ID Plate on Street light pole. Supply one (1) additional head for each solar head installed, As Directed by the City Traffic Engineer.
xii. Underground existing poles, all utility line(s) including electrical under 34kv shall be underground and poles removed, MC19.20.030.28, MC19.30.110, City of San Bernardino Public Works - Street Improvement Policy. xiii. Existing Electrical poles (34kv and higher) shall be relocated to 1.5’ behind curb, if the pole is in a sidewalk area an ADA minimum 4’ by-pass is required,
7.3.4 Roadside Design - AASHTO’s A Policy on Geometric Design of Streets and Highways, and 3.4.1 Curbs and Roadway Design Guide, DIB82-06 4.3.3 & 5 Caltrans.
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xiv. When Replacing/Reconstructing or Constructing sidewalk, install 2-3” Conduit 36” under the sidewalk with pull rope and pull boxes for future Traffic connections.
xv. (19.48.030 Survey Required) Survey Monuments and ties shall be placed, replaced, tied out and recorded at any corner or alignment changes that are adjacent to the project area in accordance with California Land Surveyors Association – Monument Preservation Guidelines, Copies of Recorded Monuments/Ties shall be delivered to Public Works/Engineering.
Phasing:
i. If the project is to be developed in phases, each individual phase shall be designed to provide maximum public safety, convenience for public services vehicles, and proper traffic circulation. To meet this requirement, the following shall be required prior to the finalization of any phase.
ii. Improvement plans for a total project or sufficient plans beyond the phase boundary to verify the feasibility of the design shall be complete to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
iii. A plan shall be submitted for review and approval by the Public Works Engineering Division, Fire, and Planning Departments, indicating what improvements will be constructed with the given phase, subject to the following:
Dead-end streets shall provide a minimum 32-foot radius paved turn around.
Half width streets shall provide a minimum 28-foot paved width. Street improvements shall be completed beyond the phase boundaries, as necessary to provide secondary access.
Drainage facilities, such as storm drains, channels, earth berms and block walls shall be constructed, as necessary, to protect the development and adjacent properties from off-site flows.
A properly designed water system shall be constructed, which can provide required fire flow, perhaps looping or extending beyond the phase boundaries.
Easements for any of the above and the installation of necessary utilities shall be complete; and,
Phase boundaries shall correspond to the lot lines shown on the approved tentative map.
These Conditions are set for an estimated construction within two years. If construction exceeds two years from DERC Approval these conditions shall be reviewed and updated as needed.
If a Scoping Form is required, this form shall indicate the need of a Traffic Report, the results of the traffic report shall become conditions of this project which may increase or extend the above requirements.
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d. Please submit 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 & 2018-1 Safety) for landscaping, lighting, streets, drainage facilities, street sweeping, graffiti removal, or other infrastructure, and safety 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.
e. If a drainage report is required by Land Development, A second copy of the drainage report will be delivered to public works, if offsite or overflow storm drain systems are identified, all systems shall be identified on the street improvement plans, and public storm drain shall be on a separate set of plans. f. City approved trash screens and filtration devices shall be installed in all catch basins or manhole connections. City of San Bernardino Phase I MS4 - Trash Provisions 13383 Order – 8-30- 2017 by City Manager.
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. No Cuts in/on Streets that are on a Moratorium list.
MC12.03.055, MC12.03.060, MC12.03.090, MC12.03.140.
h. Any pavement works affecting the traffic loop detectors shall be coordinated and subjected to Public Works Traffic Division requirements. i. The applicant must post a performance bond (Insurance, Deposit) prior to issuance of the off-site permit. The amount of the bond is to be determined by Public Works Department. MC12.03.110, Ord. MC-1027, 9-09-98; Ord. MC-1004, 10-21-97. j. The above conditions shall comply with current codes, policies, and standards at time of construction.
k. No Direct Connections to City’s underground Storm Drain Systems or Catch Basins.
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l. Prior to Certificate of Occupancy or Completion of Project all As-builts and Centerline Ties shall be submitted to Public Works. MC12.03.130. m. Release of “Offsite Bond” requires an application and fees paid along with As- Builts signed by the Contractor and Inspector on a signed approved set of plans issued with permits, Centerline ties for all locations disturbed or created, and an electronic set of as-builts plans.
35. Required Engineering Plans
a. A complete offsite submittal for plan checking shall consist of:
street improvement plans (include general notes, engineering conditions, city standards, and cross sections in these plans),
if storm drain plans are required then public storm drains must be included on separate sheets with profiles in the street improvement plans, private storm drains shall be shown separate sheets with profiles in the on-site improvement plans,
if traffic signal modifications are required, then traffic signal plans shall be submitted on separate plan sheets included in the street improvement plans, if signing and striping are required, then the signing and striping plan shall be on separate sheets included in the street improvement plans, if lighting is required (more than 2) then the lighting for offsite plans shall be on separate sheets included in the street improvement plans, if two (2) or less then they can be included directly on the street improvement sheets, if CFD’s are required, then the CFD Plans shall include Landscaping, Irrigation, Basins, etc. items that are included in the CFD that are not listed in the above plans above, shall be on separate sheets included in the CFD improvement plan.grading (may be incorporated with on-site improvement plan),
other plans as required. Piece-mail 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).
b. All off-site improvement plans submitted for plan check shall be prepared on the City’s standard 24” x 36” sheets. A signature block (city standard block) satisfactory to the City Engineer or his designee can be found on the City Web Site http://www.sbcity.org. or http://www.ci.san-
bernardino.ca.us/cityhall/publicworks/engineering_division/engineering_develop ment_resources/default.asp. Engineering conditions of the project shall be inserted in the last pages of the plans.
c. After completion of plan checking, final drawings with city standard block, stamped and signed by the Registered Civil Engineer in charge, shall be submitted to the City Engineer for approval.
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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 or http://www.ci.san-
bernardino.ca.us/cityhall/publicworks/engineering_division/design_policy_and_pr ocedure_documents.asp.
36. Applicable Engineering Fees
a. All plan check, 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 at time of issuance. MC12.03.100, MC12.03.070 b. Approved In-lieu of or fair share fees shall be paid to Public Works for any off-site improvements.
37. Traffic Requirements
The following improvements and requirements should be implemented by the project:
Driveway and Circulation Requirements:
i. Primary Driveway (Miramonte Drive North): Should be constructed as a gated, all- access driveway with a 30-foot gate width.
ii. Call Box Lane: Should be provided as a separate lane, 13-feet in width, within a 46-foot driveway width that allows vehicle U-turns. Final dimensions to be determined at final plan review (Amended at PC on 8.11.26) iii. Call Box Stacking: A minimum 40-foot stacking distance should be maintained between the call box and the curb, providing on-site storage for two passenger vehicles without spillover onto Miramonte Drive North.
iv. EVA Gate (Little Mountain Drive): Should be reserved for emergency vehicle access only and should not be used for regular project access. v. Final improvement plans should include a driveway detail consistent with Exhibit 2 of the TIA, confirming the gate location, gate width, and call box lane configuration.
Intersection Improvement Requirements:
i. Little Mountain Drive - Miramonte Drive North / West 27th Street: Prior to final plan approval / issuance of the first building permit, the applicant should modify the southbound right-turn movement from permissive to overlap control, to the satisfaction of the City Traffic Engineer. The determination of whether the existing signal controller hardware and timing parameters at this intersection can accommodate the overlap control, or whether signal equipment upgrades are required, should be made prior to design approval.
ii. Miramonte Drive North / Little Mountain Drive: No physical improvement is required with the proposed project opening, as traffic signal and all-way stop warrants are not met (Amended at PC 8.11.26).
Internal Site Circulation:
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i. Internal roadway design, including lane widths, should be reviewed by the City at the time plans are submitted for the project.
ii. On-street parking should only be permitted in designated parking stalls and garages.
The 26-foot fire lane should not allow parking.
Streetlighting Requirements:
i. All SCE light fixtures, if there are any, shall be removed by way of Streetlight Light Authorization form. Developer fills out the form, City signs, and developer submits it to SCE.
ii. Pole spacing in residential zones are 300 feet staggered from existing fixtures and 200 feet staggered in all other zones.
iii. Applicant is required to confirm existing streetlight poles are working. If they are not working applicant shall bring the existing streetlights to a working state or install solar light fixtures onto poles.
iv. Offsite plans requiring the install of concrete streetlight poles shall install solar fixtures in accordance with City of San Bernardino standards SL-1, if existing fixtures are non-functioning or non-existing. The equipment below has been previously approved by way of submittals. City requires an approved submittal before streetlight materials are purchased. Equivalents can be reviewed if streetlights are UL or ETL listed. CE listings are not acceptable per the NEC. oAmeron concrete pole with 6 ft arm– Item # 1C1-23-AP6
oSoltech solar fixture – Item # STLSTC-30-T3-4-SF-GY
oSoltech slip fitter – Item # TL-STC-SF-GY
oNo lighting pull poxes, no lighting underground, and no lighting SCE pedestal required if solar is used.
oInstall one solar fixture & slip fitter for each concrete pole installed in the field and one additional solar fixture & slip fitter shall be given to City Inspectors to give to O&M as spares. Construction of all offsite work within the public right of way (ROW) shall not start until an ROW permit is issued.
General Requirements:
i. Final Plans for onsite plans will be held by the City of San Bernardino until offsite plans are at least 80% designed.
ii. All on-site and off-site roadway design, signing/striping, and traffic control improvements relating to the proposed project should be submitted to the City for review and constructed following applicable State/Federal engineering standards to the satisfaction of the City of San Bernardino.
iii. The final grading, landscaping, and street improvement plans should demonstrate that applicable sight distance requirements are met.
iv. The project should comply with the City of San Bernardino municipal parking requirements, which will be reviewed as part of the standard development review process.
v. Final project plans should demonstrate adequate emergency vehicle access and circulation to the satisfaction of the City of San Bernardino Public Works and Fire Departments.
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vi. A construction worksite traffic control plan should comply with applicable engineering standards outlined in the California Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (CA-MUTCD) and should be submitted to the City for review and approval before the issuance of a grading permit or start of construction.
Development Impact Fee
The proposed project should contribute towards the City of San Bernardino Development Impact Fee program (Municipal Code Chapter 3.27.050 and 060) and the regional transportation development mitigation fee program (County of San Bernardino Measure I).
These fees serve to minimize the impact of new development on public services and facilities by funding arterial streets and other regional improvements. All development projects are required to pay the Development Impact Fee as a condition of development.
38. Integrated Solid Waste Management
a. During demolition and/or construction, services are to be provided through the City of San Bernardino’s franchised hauler Burrtec Waste Industries, Inc. b. The applicant has prepared a Trash Refuse Plan that identifies the location of all carts staged on collection days. All carts will be staged along the primary looped street, outside of parallel parking spaces, and not in front of garages. c. The proposed Plan is acceptable to Burrtec. Therefore, Burrtec will provide standard residential collection services for trash, mixed recyclables, and residential organics to all units. It will be the responsibility of the Homeowners Association to enforce the plan. Any cart that is not staged per the approved Plan may not be serviced. Any revisions to the approved Plan must be approved by Burrtec and the City.
d. Any changes to the overall project design or access may adversely impact Burrtec's ability to service the project. Any design modifications that could impact Burrtec's service will be subject to review and approval by Burrtec. e. Each single-family residential unit requires approximately 10 feet of clear space on the street along the curb adjacent to the driveway, for placement of the residential carts for trash, mixed recyclables, and residential organics on collection day, with a minimum 2-foot setback and 23-foot vertical clearance of all obstructions such as walls, trees, streetlight poles, mailboxes, fences, and raised landscaping. f. Each single-family residence shall construct a 4’x11’ concrete pad located out of view of the public right-of-way for storage of the residential carts. If visible from the public right-of-way, the storage area must be screened. g. Burrtec Waste Truck Turning Radius – All corners and intersections on streets and driveways, shall have a turning radius adequate for a 35-foot long, three-axle collection truck. The minimum inside curb radius shall be at least 28 feet. The minimum outside curb radius shall be at least 42 feet. All streets and driveways Resolution No. 2026-153
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shall comply with applicable City standards. Burrtec Waste’s truck turning template may be obtained from the Public Works Department in PDF and CAD. h. Hammerhead Turnarounds shall meet or exceed San Bernardino County Fire Protection District Diagram A-1.12: Hammerhead Turnaround Detail dated July 1, 2021. San Bernardino County Hammerhead detail may be obtained from the Public Works Department.
i. If gated, access shall be provided by means of a key, code, or remote. j. Senate Bill 1383 Short-Lived Climate Pollutants Reduction Act may apply. k. Upon completion, service is provided through the City of San Bernardino’s franchised hauler Burrtec Waste Industries, Inc. 111 E. Mill Street, San Bernardino, CA 92408 (909) 804-4222.
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39. If any new domestic, landscape and or fire services are needed, a request for any old services to be abandoned must be received prior to receiving capacity charge credits.
40. For any buildings or expansions being constructed, sewer connection and capacity fees are due prior to issuance of a building permit.
41. If there are any street improvements associated with the project, then it is the developer’s and/or engineer's responsibility to submit a copy of the street improvement plans to SBMWD’s Engineering Section for Review.
42. The proposed development will be served with a master meter.
43. The development will maintain a privately owned sewer collection system within the limits of the development. The development’s private sewer collection system will connect to the public sewer system through a private lateral within the public right-of-way.
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44. The development shall have a minimum of two points of vehicular access. These are for fire/emergency equipment access and for evacuation routes. a. Single Story Road Access Width. All buildings shall have access provided by approved roads, alleys and private drives with a minimum twenty-six (26) foot unobstructed width and vertically to fourteen (14) feet six (6) inches in height. b. Multi-Story Road Access Width. (30) feet or more in height shall be a minimum of thirty (30) feet in unobstructed width and vertically to fourteen (14) feet six (6) inches in height. Fire apparatus access roadways serving buildings that are three (3) or more stories or thirty
45. The required fire fees shall be paid to the San Bernardino County Fire Department/Community Safety Division.
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46. Prior to combustibles being placed on the project site an approved all-weather fire apparatus access surface and operable fire hydrants with acceptable fire flow shall be installed. The topcoat of asphalt does not have to be installed until final inspection and occupancy.
47. Fire apparatus access roads shall be designed and maintained to support the imposed loads of fire apparatus and shall be surfaced so as to provide all-weather driving capabilities.
Road surface shall meet the approval of the Fire Chief prior to installation. All roads shall be designed to 85% compaction and/or paving and hold the weight of Fire Apparatus at a minimum of 80K pounds.
48. 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.
49. Prior to building permits being issued to any new structure, the secondary 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.
50. Please provide a fire flow test report from your water purveyor that has been completed in the last six months demonstrating that the fire flow demand is satisfied.
51. The applicant shall submit a fire lane plan with the building construction plans to the Fire Department for review and approval. Fire lane curbs shall be painted red. "No Parking, Fire Lane" signs shall be installed on public/private roads in accordance with the approved plan.
52. Blue reflective pavement markers indicating fire hydrant locations shall be installed as specified by the Fire Department. In areas where snow removal occurs, or non-paved roads exist, the blue reflective hydrant marker shall be posted on an approved post along the side of the road, no more than three (3) feet from the hydrant and at least six (6) feet high above the adjacent road.
53. An automatic life safety fire sprinkler system complying with NFPA Pamphlet #13D and Fire Department standards is required. The applicant shall hire a licensed fire sprinkler contractor or be an approved owner/builder. The fire sprinkler contractor/installer shall submit plans with hydraulic calculations and manufacture specification sheets to the Fire Department for approval. The required fees shall be paid at the time of plan submittal.
Minimum water supply shall be in accordance with current fire department standards.
The applicant or contractor shall contact their local water purveyor to obtain specifications on installing a residential fire sprinkler system within the jurisdiction of the water purveyor.
The applicant shall attach a letter from the water purveyor indicating the types of systems allowed in that jurisdiction.
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54. 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.
55. The applicant shall install at each entrance to a multi-family complex an illuminated diagrammatic representation of the complex, which shows the location of each unit and each fire hydrant. Plans for the illuminated site diagram shall be submitted on the construction plans.
56. Where an automatic electric security gate is used, an approved Fire Department override switch (Knox ®) is required.
57. Permission to occupy or use the building (Certification of Occupancy or Shell Release) will not be granted until the Fire Department inspects, approves and signs off on the Building and Safety job card for “fire final”.
58. 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 statutes, codes, ordinances, and standards of the Fire Department.
59. Fire Condition Letters shall expire on the date determined by the Planning Division or Building and Safety.
60. Construction permits shall automatically expire and become invalid unless the work authorized 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 becomes invalid and before such previously approved work recommences, a new permit shall be first obtained and the fee to recommence 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 permit may be made in writing PRIOR TO the expiration date justifying the reason that the permit should be extended.
61. The applicant shall construct and maintain all such roads. In addition, the applicant shall provide to the Fire Department a signed maintenance agreement as detailed in the General Requirement conditions for ongoing road maintenance and snow removal (where Resolution No. 2026-153
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applicable). This shall include all primary and secondary access routes that are not otherwise maintained by a public agency.
62. The applicant shall submit a letter to the Fire Department agreeing and committing to installation of a fire protection system prior to the building inspection for drywall and insulation.
63. 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.
64. Any changes to this proposal shall require new Fire Department condition letter.
SECTION 7.The documents and materials associated with this Resolution 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 8.Notice of Determination: The Planning Division of the Community Development and Housing 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 within five (5) working days of final project approval certifying the City’s compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act in approving the Project.
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. Effective Date. This Resolution shall become effective immediately.
APPROVED and ADOPTED by the City Council and signed by the Mayor and attested by the City Clerk this 16th day of September 2026.
Helen Tran, Mayor
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Attest:
Telicia Lopez, CMC, City Clerk
Approved as to form:
Albert J. Maldonado, City Attorney
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CERTIFICATION
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COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO ) ss
CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO )
I, Telicia Lopez, CMC, City Clerk, hereby certify that the attached is a true copy of Resolution No. 2026-153, adopted at a regular meeting held on the 16th day of September 2026 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 16 th day of September 2026.
Telicia Lopez, CMC, City Clerk