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EXHIBIT A
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
for
ZC 21-0001, LM 21-0001, DPRB CASE NO. 21-0002, AND TRP 21-0004 Associated Case No. ACCELA PROJ-21-0006
A request for a Zone Change from Light Agriculture to Light Manufacturing, a Lot Merger to consolidate 3 lots, a Tree Removal Permit to remove 25 mature trees, and a development of a new 63,749 square-foot concrete tilt-up warehouse/office multi-tenant building located at 309 W. Allen Avenue, 917 N. Cataract Avenue, and 929 N. Cataract Avenue (APN 8392-016-008, -048, and -047).
PLANNING DIVISION - (909) 394-6250
1. The Applicant/Developer shall agree to defend at his sole expense any action brought against the City, its agents, officers or employees because of the issuance of such approval, or in the alternative, to relinquish such approval. The applicant shall reimburse the City, its agents, officers or employees for any Court costs and attorney’s fees which the City, its agents, officers or employees may be required by a court to pay as a result of such action. The City may, at its sole discretion, participate at its own expense in the defense of any such action but such participation shall not relieve applicant of his obligations under this condition.
2. The Applicant/Developer shall be responsible for any City Attorney costs incurred by the City for the project, including, but not limited to, consultations, and the preparation and/or review of legal documents. The applicant shall deposit funds with the City to cover these costs in an amount to be determined by the City.
3. Copies of the signed DPRB Conditions of Approval shall be included on the plans (full size). The sheet(s) are for information only to all parties involved in the construction/grading activities and are not required to be wet sealed/stamped by a licensed Engineer/Architect.
4. The Applicant/Developer shall comply with all requirements of the (M-1) Light Manufacturing Zone.
5. All Conditions are final unless appealed to the City Council within 14 days of the issuance of the Conditions in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 18.212 of the San Dimas Zoning Code.
6. The building permits for this project must be issued within one year from the date of approval or the approval will become invalid. A time extension may be granted under the provisions set forth in Chapter 18.12.070 F.
7. The Applicant/Developer shall sign an affidavit accepting all Conditions and all Standard Conditions before issuance of building permits.
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8. The Applicant/Developer shall comply with all City of San Dimas Business License requirements and shall provide a list of all contractors and subcontractors that are subject to business license requirements.
9. The Applicant/Developer shall comply with all Conditions of Approval as approved by the Development Plan Review Board on March 23, 2023.
10. The entire site shall be kept free from trash and debris at all times and in no event shall trash and debris remain for more than 24 hours during construction.
11. During grading and construction phases, the construction manager shall serve as the contact person in the event that dust or noise levels become disruptive to local residents. A sign shall be posted at the project site with the contact phone number.
DESIGN
12. Building architecture and site plan shall be consistent with plans presented to the Development Plan Review Board on March 23, 2023 provided that the Director of Community Development is authorized to make revisions consistent with the San Dimas Municipal Code.
13. Plans for all exterior design features, including, but not limited to, doors, windows, mailboxes and architectural treatments, shall be submitted to the Planning Division for review and approval before issuance of building permits.
14. The lighting fixture design shall compliment the architectural program. Location and type of exterior lighting fixtures shall be submitted by the developer to the Planning Division for review and approval prior to installation.
15. Gas meters, backflow prevention devices and other ground-mounted mechanical or electrical equipment installed by the Applicant/Developer shall be inconspicuously Iocated and screened, as approved by the Director of Community Development.
Location of this equipment shall be clearly noted on landscape construction documents.
16. All exterior building colors shall match the color and material board on file with the Planning Division. Any revision to the approved building colors shall be submitted to the Planning Division for review and approval.
17. The Applicant/Developer shall ensure that all doors exiting to the drive-aisle/fire lane comply with all applicable codes.
18. The Applicant/Developer shall install decorative, recessed-lighting or ground-mounted up-lighting on the recessed alcoves on the South and East elevations. Lighting fixture design shall be submitted to the Planning Division for review and approval.
19. All future tenants’ business operations, including but not limited to truck deliveries and hours of operation shall comply with the City’s noise ordinance.
LANDSCAPE
20. The Applicant/Developer shall submit to the Planning Division, prior to the issuance of building permits, detailed landscaping and automatic irrigation plans
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prepared by a State registered Landscape Architect, in addition to a $2,500 deposit for review of the plans. Installation of new landscape is subject to the Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance (MWELO). Water efficient landscapes shall be implemented in all new and rehabilitated landscaping in single-family and multi-family projects, and in private development projects that require a grading permit, building permit or use permit, as required by Chapter 18.14 of the San Dimas Municipal Code.
21. All landscaping and automatic irrigation shall be installed and functional prior to occupancy of the building(s), in accordance with the plans approved by the Planning Division.
22. The Applicant/Developer shall show all proposed transformers on the landscape plan.
All transformers shall be screened with landscape treatment such as trellis work or block walls with climbing vines or City approved substitute.
TREE REMOVAL PERMIT NO. 21-0004
23. The approval of the Development Plan Review Board is for the removal of 17 mature trees to be replaced with 34 replacement trees a minimum size of 24-inch box. The replacement trees shall be identified on the landscape plan.
24. All replacement trees shall have a minimum height of eight (8) feet measured from finished grade to the top of the canopy, and a minimum canopy width of three (3) feet.
25. The Owner/Applicant shall request an inspection by Staff to demonstrate that all trees have been planted and all conditions of approval related to the tree installation/plantings have been met.
26. Arborists or tree removal companies and any contractors or subcontractors shall have a valid City business license prior to performing any work in the City.
27. All other trees not identified for removal shall be preserved in-place and/or pruned in accordance with San Dimas Municipal Code Section 18.162.100 and proper arboricultural practices. The two mature trees not proposed for removal shall be protected in place during construction. If the tree are damaged or removed, replacement trees may be required.
28. The Owner/Applicant shall comply with all requirements of the City’s Tree Preservation Ordinance.
29. All conditions are final unless appealed to the City Council within 14 days of the issuance of the Conditions in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 18.212 of the San Dimas Zoning Code.
BUILDING DIVISION – (909) 394-6260
30. The plans shall be prepared in compliance with the latest adopted edition of the codes as adopted by reference by the City of San Dimas: California Green Building
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Standards Code, California Building Code, California Mechanical Code, California Plumbing Code, and California Electrical Code.
31. The Applicant/Developer shall comply with the latest California Title 24 Energy requirements for all new lighting, insulation, and mechanical equipment and submit calculations at time of initial plan review.
32. The Applicant/Developer shall submit to the Building Division of the City of San Dimas plans to be forwarded for review by the Los Angeles County Fire Department. Plans may include access, fire sprinklers, mechanical ventilation, and any other applicable items regulated under the Fire Code.
33. The Applicant/Developer shall comply with the latest disabled access regulations as found in Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Accessible items shall include, but not be limited to parking, accessible pedestrian routes, public/common use areas, etc.
34. All plans are required to be stamped by a California Registered Engineer or Architect unless specifically exempted by Sections 5537-5538 of the California Business & Professions Code.
35. Construction calculations, including lateral analysis, shall be required at the time plans are submitted for plan check.
36. Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing plans are required to be submitted at time of initial plan submittal. Electrical schematic and load list and plumbing (drainage, water, gas) schematics will be required before issuance of electrical or plumbing permits.
37. The Applicant/Developer shall submit a Rough Grading Plan for the proposed development to be reviewed and approved by the City Engineer and the Director of Development Services. The Grading Plan shall conform to Appendix J of the California Building Code and shall utilize City standard notes and layout.
38. Building foundation inspections shall not be performed until a rough grading certification, survey stakes in place, and a final soils report has been filed with the City and approved. All drainage facilities must be operable.
39. Prior to the inspection of the foundation, the Applicant/Developer shall submit a footing bottom compaction certification by a licensed soils tech.
40. Fees shall be paid to Bonita School District in compliance with Government Code Section 65995.
41. The Applicant/Developer shall contact the Los Angeles County Public Works Department, Environmental Program Division for any required permit or clearance of industrial and hazardous waste disposal.
42. The Applicant/Developer shall contact the Los Angeles County Sanitation District for potential fees associated with annexation, connection, or change of occupancy.
43. Prior to removing any existing structures on the property, the Applicant/Developer shall obtain clearance from SCAQMD and obtain a Demolition Permit from the Building & Safety Division.
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44. The Applicant/Developer shall submit an Electrical Distribution Plan for all proposed switchgear or transformers to the City for review as soon as possible.
45. Construction hours shall be limited to between 7:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m., and shall be prohibited at any time on Sundays or public holidays, per San Dimas Municipal Code Section 8.36.100.
46. Phased occupancy shall not be granted until all improvements required as part of the approval have been completed in full for each phase, and approved or finalized by the appropriate department. A phasing plan shall be submitted for approval by the Director of Development Services prior to issuance of building permits.
ENGINEERING DIVISION – (909) 394-6240
47. Prior to the start of construction, a minimum five-foot (5’) high fence composed of chain link or other approved material including a dark green or black view obscuring screen, shall totally enclose the perimeter of the development when vacant, under construction, or under demolition, and said fence shall remain until occupancy is granted.
48. Trash/Recycling enclosure(s) shall be constructed by the Applicant/Developer per City of San Dimas standard plan and shown on the construction plans. The exact location of the trash/recycling enclosure(s) shall be approved by the Planning Division and the Trash Company.
49. The Applicant/Developer shall underground all new utilities, and utility drops, and shall underground all existing overhead utilities to the closest power pole outside of property lines on Allen Avenue and Cataract Avenue.
50. The Applicant/Developer shall submit a Precise Grading Plan for the proposed development to be reviewed and approved by the City Engineer and the Director of Development Services. Plans shall include utility locations, paving and striping plan.
51. Prior to the issuance of any grading or building permits, the Applicant/Developer shall submit an updated Engineering Geology/Soils Report that includes an accurate description of the geology of the site and conclusions and recommendations regarding the effect of the geologic conditions on the proposed development and include a discussion of the expansiveness of the soils and recommended measures for foundations and slabs on grade to resist volumetric changes of the soil. This report shall also include recommendations for surcharge setback requirements in the area of ungraded slopes steeper than five horizontal to one vertical.
52. The Applicant/Developer shall provide a signed copy of the City’s certification statement declaring that the contractor will comply with Minimum Best Management Practices (BMPs) required by the MS4 permit for Los Angeles County as mandated by the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES).
53. The Applicant/Developer shall install sanitary sewers to serve the entire development to the specifications of the City Engineer and Los Angeles County Sewer Maintenance.
54. The Applicant/Developer shall Contact the Los Angeles County Sanitation District for any required annexation, extension, or sewer trunk fee. Proof of payment/clearance is required before the City will issue any sewer permit.
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55. The Applicant/Developer shall provide drainage improvements to carry runoff of storm waters in the area proposed to be developed, and for contributory drainage from adjoining properties to be reviewed and approved by the City Engineer. The Applicant/Developer shall make a good faith effort to negotiate with the downstream property owner for all required downstream storm drain improvements. The proposed drainage improvements shall be based on a detailed Hydrology Study conforming to the current Los Angeles County methodology. The developed flows outletting into the existing downstream system(s) from this project cannot exceed the pre-existing storm flows.
56. The Applicant/Developer shall provide full street improvements on all streets within the limits of the development. Improvements to include curbs and gutters, sidewalks, and paving according to City standards, as shown in the following table:
Street Name
Curb & Gutter
A.C.
Pavement
Side-walk
Drive
Approach
Street Lights
Street Trees
Multi-use
Trail
Median Island
Bike Trail
Other
Cataract Avenue X X X X X X
Allen Avenue X X X X
Notes: Cold plane and AC overlay from edge of gutter to centerline on Allen Avenue
Reconstruct pavement section from edge of gutter to
centerline on Cataract Avenue
Remove all existing driveways and replace with curb & gutter and sidewalk
Upgrade curb ramp and cross gutter
Install sidewalk on Cataract Avenue
57. The Applicant/Developer shall install water and fire line improvements to the satisfaction of the City Engineer and Los Angeles County Fire Department.
58. Due to construction, the Applicant/Developer shall be responsible for any repairs within the limits of the development, including but not limited to streets and paving, curbs and gutters, sidewalks, and street lights as determined by the City Engineer and Public Works Director.
59. The Applicant/Developer shall obtain a Public Works permit for all work within or adjacent to the public right-of-way and shall be subject to review and approval of the Public Works Director and the work shall be in accordance with applicable standards of the City of San Dimas; i.e. Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction (Green Book) and the California Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (CA MUTCD), and further that the construction equipment ingress and egress be controlled by a plan approved by Public Works.
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60. For projects that disturb one (1) acre or greater of soil, or projects that disturb less than one acre but are part of a larger common plan of development that in total disturbs one or more acres, the project must obtain coverage under the General Permit for Discharges of Storm Water Associated with Construction Activity, Construction General Permit Order 2012-0006-DWQ (as amended by all future adopted Construction General Permits). The Construction General Permit requires the development and implementation of a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP). Developer must submit a Notice of Intent and Waste Discharger’s Identification (WDID) number as evidence of having applied with the Construction General Permit before the City will issue a grading permit. The project proponent is ultimately responsible to comply with the requirements of Order No. 2012-0006-DWQ, however, the City shall have the authority to enter the project site, review the project SWPPP, and require modifications and subsequent implementations to the SWPPP in order to prevent polluted runoff from leaving the project site onto public or private property.
61. For all projects subject to Low Impact Development (LID) regulations, Applicant/Developer must submit a site-specific drainage concept and stormwater quality plan to implement LID design principles.
62. A fully executed “Maintenance Covenant for LID Requirements” shall be recorded with the L.A. County Registrar/Recorder and submitted to the Public Works Department prior to the Certificate of Occupancy. Covenant documents shall be required to include an exhibit that details the installed treatment control devices as well as any site design or source control Best Management Practices (BMPs) for post construction. The information to be provided on this exhibit shall include, but not be limited to:
i. 8 ½” x 11” exhibits with record property owner information. ii. Types of BMPs (i.e., site design, source control and/or treatment control) to ensure modifications to the site are not conducted without the property owner being aware of the ramifications to BMP implementation. iii. Clear depiction of location of BMPs, especially those located below ground. iv. A matrix depicting the types of BMPs, frequency of inspection, type of maintenance required, and if proprietary BMPs, the company information to perform the necessary maintenance.
v. Calculations to support the sizing of the BMPs employed on the project shall be included in the report. These calculations shall correlate directly with the minimum treatment requirements of the current MS4 permit. In the case of implementing infiltration BMPs, a percolation test of the affected soil shall be performed and submitted for review by the City Engineer. vi. This document shall be reviewed by and concurred with Public Works to ensure the covenant complies with the MS4 Permit.
63. All site, grading, landscape & irrigation, and street improvement plans shall be coordinated for consistency prior to the issuance of any permits.
64. Construction parking and material storage shall be confined to the site. Construction related parking or material storage is not permitted on the surrounding streets. Street parking of construction vehicles may be permitted with the approval of the Director of Development Services on a limited basis depending on the confinements of the subject site relating to on-site parking.
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65. A Lot Merger prepared by or under the direction of a Registered Civil Engineer or Licensed Land Surveyor must be processed through the City Engineer prior to being filed with the County Recorder.
66. The Applicant/Developer shall provide street lights to City and Southern California Edison standards within the limits of the development to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. Street Light locations shall be supported by a lighting photometric analysis.
67. The Applicant/Developer shall construct sidewalk on Cataract Avenue within the limits of the development. All existing driveways within the limits of the development shall be removed and replaced with curb & gutter and sidewalk. Any damaged sections shall be removed and replaced. All work to comply with city standards to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
68. The Applicant/Developer shall reconstruct the existing curb ramp at the northwest corner of Allen Avenue and Cataract Avenue to current ADA standards and to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
69. The Applicant/Developer shall reconstruct the existing cross gutter at the intersection of Allen Avenue and Cataract Avenue to City standards and to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
70. The Applicant/Developer shall cold plane the north side of Allen Avenue from edge of gutter to centerline within the limits of development to a depth of 0.20’ and install an AC overlay to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
71. The Applicant/Developer shall reconstruct the existing pavement section on the west half of Cataract Avenue from edge of gutter to centerline within the limits of the development to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
72. Truck ingress shall be limited to the Cataract Avenue driveway. The Applicant/Developer shall install signing and striping improvements to prevent truck ingress from Allen Avenue to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
73. The Applicant/Developer shall treat stormwater from the loading bay prior to discharge. Treatment method shall be shown on submitted grading plans and approved by the City Engineer.
74. The Applicant/Developer shall provide protection for exterior doors that open into the parking area/driving aisle to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
End of Conditions
Study Session
Agenda Item Staff Report
To: Honorable Mayor and Members of City Council
For the Meeting of September 24, 2024
From: Scott Wasserman, Director of Parks and Recreation Prepared by: Joseph Jones, Recreation Manager
Subject: Discusssion of City-Wide Special Events (Music in the Park, City Birthday, Runnin' Scared 5k, and Holiday Extravaganza
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SUMMARY
The City Council requested a discussion of City of San Dimas special events, to include Music in the Park, the City Birthday, Runnin' Scared 5k Run and the Holiday Extravaganza.
RECOMMENDATION
City Staff recommend the City Council
1. Receive staff report on special events.
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact for the recommended action.
BACKGROUND
Since 2017, staff has worked with residents and San Dimas community organizations to create a Special Event Planning Committee to plan and evaluate special events. The group is comprised of representatives from the Los Angeles County Sheriff Department, Los Angeles County Fire Department, Bonita Unified School District, Bonita Avenue Corridor Committee, Life Pacific University, the San Dimas Historical Society, Chamber of Commerce and the July 4, 2026 Committee.
The Committee allows staff to solicit input from various sectors of the community to ensure that the events are relevant, well planned with dates aligning with other community activities, and within budget. The Special Event Planning Committee meets with staff monthly to plan events six months in advance.
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For the Meeting of September 24, 2024
At its meeting of August 13, 2024, Mayor Pro Tem Eric Nakano requested a discussion be agendized to discuss the date, content, and location of City events, as well as to whether we may combine events. Councilmember Bratakos supported the request. The following are City events:
1. Music in the Park occurs on Wednesday evenings for nine weeks, between June and August.
The budget for the summer concert series is $10,000. The summer concert series is offered in conjunction with the Farmers Market on First Street, adjacent to Civic Center Park.
2. The City Birthday occurs on the first Saturday in August and has a budget of $16,000. The event features a live band, food vendors, and carnival games for children.
3. The Runnin’ Scared 5k Fun Run occurs on the last Saturday in September and has a budget of $25,000. This event is attended by more non-residents than residents.
4. Holiday Extravaganza occurs on the first Saturday in December and has a budget of $112,000. The event features a live stage show, snow for children, food vendors, game booths, a beer garden and a holiday tree lighting ceremony. This is the City’s signature event.
DISCUSSION/ANALYSIS
At its meeting of August 13, 2024, the City Council asked staff to agendize a discussion of the four events listed above.
ALTERNATIVES
The City Council may wish to discuss potential changes to special events.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
Pursuant to CEQA guidelines Section 15061 (b)(3), CEQA does not apply to this item because there is no potential for causing a significant effect on the environment. Therefore, no additional environmental review is needed at this time.
Respectfully submitted,
Joseph Jones
Recreation Manager