Agenda packet, first session — San Dimas City Council, April 8, 2025 (part 2 of 2)

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building or in a residential planned development (“RPD”). The capacity and efficiency of such alternative energy systems shall conform to standards adopted by resolution of the development plan review board which are consistent with the intent of this chapter. Solar energy shall be primary energy system unless other alternative energy systems are demonstrated to be of equivalent capacity and efficiency.

SECTION 56. Section 18.168.070. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.168.070. Approval process by development plan review board.

A. The development plan for every residential building or structure submitted to the Planning Division in accordance with Chapter 18.12 shall satisfy the requirements of this chapter. Any such development plan shall be reviewed and acted upon by the review authority development plan review board in accordance with and subject to all procedures, requirements, findings, and considerations contained in Chapter 18.12.

B. The review authority pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title development plan review board may require roof pitch and directional alignment of buildings for the placement of solar energy collecting devices. The review authority development plan review board may by resolution specify a range of permissible roof pitches and directional alignments which will optimize efficiency of solar energy systems.

C. To achieve the intent of this chapter, the review authority pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title development plan review board in reviewing any development plan shall consider skylights, operable windows, thermal mass, landscaping, reduction of mechanical systems for lighting, heating, cooling and ventilation, and other design elements.
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E. The development plan review board review authority pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title may by resolution adopt standards and regulations to effectuate the purposes of this chapter.

SECTION 57. Section 18.170.050. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.170.050. Procedure.
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B. Proposals which deviate from the standards set forth in Section 18.170.040 are subject to review by the development plan review board. The development plan review board is granted the authority to permit deviations when it finds that the deviations result in an equal or better site design or operational layout and when the deviations do not negatively impact the public health, safety, or welfare.

SECTION 58. Section 18.500.030. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.500.030. Plan review.

A. Review Requirements. Unless otherwise provided in Section 18.12.050, a development plan shall be submitted for review and approval pursuant to the plan disposition procedures provisions of Chapter 18.12. The decisions of the planning commission review authority shall be final unless that decision is appealed to the city council pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 18.212. In addition to the standard development plan findings, the above bodies, in approving any development plan in Specific Plan No. 2 shall make the following findings:

SECTION 59. Section 18.500.040. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.500.040. Permitted uses.
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B. The determination of the director may be appealed to the planning commission development plan review board and, thereafter the city council pursuant to Chapter 18.212 of this title.

SECTION 60. Section 18.502.040. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.502.040. Plan review.

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A development plan review shall be required. No person shall construct any building or structure, or relocate, rebuild, alter, enlarge, or modify any existing building or structure, until a development plan has been reviewed and approved by the review authority in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 181.2 of this title. Prior to the submittal of a formal application to the development plan review board, the applicant may request that the board review and approve a conceptual design plan for the project. An application for conceptual design review shall be accompanied by the following materials:

A scaled site plan.

B. Conceptual architectural floor plans and building elevations.

C. A preliminary grading plan.

D. A conceptual landscape plan.

E. Written description of all proposed uses.

Prior to any submittal to the development plan review board, applicants shall submit the above items to city staff for informal review and comments regarding city development standards and policies. Such meetings will serve to reduce expenditures of time and money through the development process.

SECTION 61. Section 18.502.130. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.502.130. Setbacks.
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B. All other setbacks shall be as approved by the review body pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title development plan review board.

SECTION 62. Section 18.504.060. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.504.060. Incidental and accessory uses.

A. In the Specific Plan No. 4 area, the following uses are permitted when incidental or accessory to an approved primary uses:

1. In the “residential development” portion of all lots in Specific Plan No. 4:
a. Detached garages;
b. Swimming pools;
c. Storage sheds and workshops up to two hundred square feet; d. Household pets as described and regulated in Chapter 18.20 Residential Zones Generally;
e. Noncommercial agricultural and gardening uses including greenhouses up to two hundred square feet;
f. Lighted and nonlighted recreational courts (tennis courts, basketball courts, volleyball courts, etc.);
g. Storage sheds, workshops and greenhouses two hundred square feet and larger; h. Cabanas;
i. Retaining wall supported or cantilevered patios and decks. jf. Other similar uses which the director of community development plan review board determines are consistent with the spirit and intent of this chapter.

SECTION 63. Section 18.504.080. is deleted in it’s entirety:

18.504.080. Conditional uses.

A. The following uses are subject to a conditional use permit on the "residential development" portion of Type B and C lots only.

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1. Lighted and nonlighted recreational courts (tennis courts, basketball courts, volleyball courts, etc.);

2. Storage sheds, workshops and greenhouses two hundred square feet and larger;

3. Cabanas;

4. Retaining wall supported or cantilevered patios and decks.

AB. The following uses are subject to a conditional use permit on the "equestrian" portion of Type B and C lots only.

1. Lighted recreational courts (tennis courts, basketball courts, volleyball courts, etc.) and horse keeping corrals and equestrian arenas where requirements of Section

18.504.070(A)(4)(b) through (f) are met, when lighting is shielded from off-site views and when hours of lighting are limited in the conditional use permit.

SECTION 64. Section 18.504.110. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.504.110. Grading design.
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B. Lot Type Classification. All lots within the specific plan have been classified into one of three categories: Type A, Type B or Type C lots. Lot classification are indicated on Exhibit B. …

2. Type B Lots. Type B lots are grouped throughout the specific plan. These lots are characteristically located on minor incline terrain that represents moderately sensitive landform. Grading on Type B lots is permitted for the placement of an access to permitted uses. This grading may include a slab-on-grade foundation and driveway access to the garage. The grading of the entire lot is not consistent with the intent of a Type B classification. The drainage of runoff will follow its natural course. Minor grading outside the house pad and access may be permitted with by the review authority pursuant Chapter

18.12 of this title. development plan review board approval. For the purposes of this section, minor grading shall mean grading that does not exceed a total of two hundred cubic yards of cut and fill (e.g., one hundred fifty cubic yards of cut and fifty cubic yards of fill). The two hundred cubic yard limit does not count export required for in-ground pools and spas. The maximum height of retaining walls created by minor grading shall be four feet. In cases where the review authority development plan review board determines that additional grading will reduce the overall mass and bulk of the proposed structure, the two hundred cubic yard limit may be increased to five hundred total cubic yards (e.g., three hundred cubic yard of cuts and two hundred cubic yards of fill).

3. Type C Lots. Type C lots are predominately located along major changes in topography and are highly visible to the surrounding community. These lots are located on the most sensitive landform. Grading on Type C lots is restricted to only that earth movement necessary for roadway access and excavation for retaining-type building foundations where there will be no visible signs of grading beyond the structure's main walls. The drainage of runoff will follow its natural course. Minor grading outside the house pad and access may be permitted with review authoritydevelopment plan review board approval.

For the purposes of this section, minor grading shall mean grading that does not exceed a total of two hundred cubic yards of cut and fill (e.g., one hundred fifty cubic yards of cut and fifty cubic yards of fill). The two hundred cubic yard limit does not count export required for in-ground pools and spas. The maximum height of retaining walls created by minor grading shall be four feet. In cases where the review authoritydevelopment plan review board determines that additional grading will reduce the overall mass and bulk of the proposed structure, the two hundred cubic yard limit may be increased to five hundred total cubic yards (e.g., three hundred cubic yards of cut and two hundred cubic yards of fill).

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SECTION 65. Section 18.504.120. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.504.120. Building height.
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B. The following lots, to the maximum extent possible, should be designed to the low profile performance standards described in Exhibit H. These lots shall be specifically approved by the director of community development development plan review board:

1. Lots 4-19, 22-27, 29-32, 58, 68-73 Tract No. 24857; and …
SECTION 66. Section 18.504.150. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.504.150. Off-street parking and driveways.
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B. Driveways and drives shall be designed to a grade and alignment that will provide the maximum safety and convenience for vehicular, emergency and pedestrian use and in a manner that will not interfere with drainage or public use of the sidewalks or street area. Driveways should be located and designed to minimize disturbance to natural terrain. Driveways shall have a minimum width of sixteen feet, unless modified to preserve natural terrain, as approved by the planning division unless associated with a development at which, it shall be subject to review pursuant to Chapter 18.12. development plan review board.

SECTION 67. Section 18.504.160. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.504.160. Trails and walkways.
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B. Equestrian Trails. Equestrian trails shall be provided where indicated on Exhibit B. They shall be constructed of decomposed granite or other city-approved material. The width shall be a minimum of twelve feet, unless modified by the director of community development. development plan review board.

SECTION 68. Section 18.504.180. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.504.180. Landscaping.
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D. Landscaping in the Scenic Easement and Equestrian Areas. To the maximum extent possible, these areas shall remain in their natural state with no removal of vegetation. Native and native-compatible vegetation may be planted and temporary irrigation installed, with approval of the plans by the planning division. development plan review board.

E. Landscape Design Standards. All landscaping within Specific Plan No. 4 shall comply with the following design standards:

1. Landscape Plan. Prior to the issuance of any building permits, a conceptual landscape and irrigation plan for all developer-installed landscape areas shall be approved by the planning division development plan review board. For each phase, a corresponding final landscape and irrigation plan shall be approved by the planning division development plan review board. The landscape and irrigation plan shall clearly indicate the general location, size and species of plant material and the proposed irrigation of the area.

2. Plant Material List. Unless specifically approved by the planning division development plan review board, all landscape material shall be compatible with the Landscape Planting Guidelines for Specific Plan No.4 that is on file in the community development department.

SECTION 69. Section 18.504.200. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.504.200. Lighting.

A. All hillside public streets shall be provided with a level of street lighting designed to protect the health, safety and welfare of those living within the hillside areas. Streetlights shall be mounted on ornamental electroliers. Prior to the installation of any lighting or other developer-installed

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community lighting other than street lighting, a general lighting plan shall be approved by the planning division development plan review board.

SECTION 70. Section 18.504.210. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.504.210. Fencing.

A. Prior to the issuance of any building permits, a conceptual fencing plan for the entire development described in this chapter shall be approved by the d planning division development plan review board. For each phase, a corresponding final fencing plan shall be approved by the planning division development plan review board. The community fencing plan shall clearly indicate the location, height, type and materials and color selection for fencing along Valley Center Avenue and Lyman Avenue. In addition to the provisions of the fencing plan, the following standards shall apply:
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5. No fencing of any type is permitted in the scenic easement area, indicated on the concept plan, Exhibit C of this chapter, with the exception of equestrian “E” lots on which black tubular steel fencing six feet in height, or other approved fencing, may be approved by the planning division with development plan review board approval.

6. The maximum height of fencing for recreational courts shall be eight feet in height on the sides of the court and ten feet in height on the ends of the court; however, the director of community development or their designee development plan review board may reduce the maximum allowed height of individual fences based on the impact of the proposed fence. Chain-link fencing is not permitted unless it is vinyl dipped in a color compatible with the surrounding landscape.

SECTION 71. Section 18.504.220. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.504.220. Patio and deck areas.
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B. Any person wishing to install a patio or deck area, shall do so in accordance with a development plan approved by the planning division development plan review board, pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title.

SECTION 72. Section 18.504.260. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.504.260. Incidental and accessory uses.

A. The following uses are permitted when incidental or accessory to an approved primary use:

1. In the “development” portion of all lots:
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e. Other similar uses which the director of community development plan review board determines are consistent with the spirit and intent of this chapter.

SECTION 73. Section 18.504.380. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.504.380. Fencing.

A. Prior to the issuance of any building permits, a conceptual fencing plan for Area 2 shall be approved by the planning division development plan review board. The community fencing plan shall clearly indicate the location, height, type and materials and color selection for fencing along Gainsborough Road and the Valley Center Avenue extension. In addition to the provisions of the fencing plan, the following standards shall apply:
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4. In the non-development portion of the lot only black tubular steel fencing six feet in height, or other approved fencing, may be approved by with the planning division.

SECTION 74. Section 18.504.390. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.504.390. Landscaping.

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B. Landscaping in the Non-Development Area and Common Areas. To the maximum extent possible, these areas shall remain in their natural state with no removal of vegetation. Native and native-compatible vegetation may be planted and temporary irrigation installed, with approval of plans by the planning division development plan review board. No planting other than native and native compatible vegetation is permitted in these areas and all planting shall conform to the Specific Plan No. 4 Planning Guidelines adopted by the city council.

C. Landscape Design Standards. All landscaping shall comply with the following design standards:

1. Landscape Plan. Prior to the issuance of any building permits, a conceptual landscape and irrigation plan for all developer-installed landscape areas shall be approved by the planning division development plan review board. The landscape and irrigation plan shall clearly indicate the general location, size and species of plant material and the proposed irrigation of the area.

2. Plant Material List. Unless specifically approved by the planning division development plan review board, all landscape material shall be compatible with the Landscape Planting Guidelines for Specific Plan No. 4 on file in the community development department.

SECTION 75. Section 18.506.040. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.506.040. Plan review.

A. Before any grading or construction is undertaken on any lot or parcel within the Specific Plan No. 5 area, development plans shall be reviewed and approved pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title. Review Requirements. Unless otherwise provided in Section 18.12.050, before any grading or building is erected on any lot or parcel in the SP-5 area, a development plan shall be submitted for review and approval to the development plan review board and the planning commission pursuant to the plan disposition procedures provisions of Chapter 18.12. The decision of the planning commission shall be final unless that decision is appealed to the city council pursuant to the provisions of Chapter

18.212. In addition to the standard development plan findings, the above bodies, in approving any lot or lots in SP-5 shall make the following findings:

1. The proposed improvements will maintain or enhance the existing character and purpose of SP-5;

2. Structures and appurtenances are sited in a manner that minimizes visual impact and disturbance to the natural terrain;

3. The architectural character, style and use of materials harmonize with the natural settings; and

4. In the estate area, the architectural character, style and massing minimize two-story construction elements, provide sufficient offsets, varying roof-line heights, or otherwise minimize the perception of building bulk.

B. Prior to submitting development plans, the applicant may meet with city planning and engineering staff members to discuss and review the general purpose and objectives of Specific Plan No. 5 in relation to any development concepts proposed by the applicant.

C. The applicant shall submit to the department of community development and/or public works plans, specifications and fees pursuant to the submittal and application procedure required by the department of community development.

SECTION XX. Section 18.506.050 shall be deleted in its entirety:
§ 18.506.050 Plan disposition.

A. Development plan review shall be required. No person shall construct any building or structure, or relocate, rebuild, alter, enlarge or modify any existing structure, until a development plan has been reviewed and approved in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 18.12 of this title, or

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until an amendment to approved plan or a minor modification has been approved pursuant to the provisions of this chapter.

B. Amendments to Approved Plans. Development plans may be amended by the same procedure provided for approval.

C. Minor Modifications. Minor alterations to approved development plans may be approved by the director of community development when these modifications do not substantially change the concept or integrity of an approved development plan.

SECTION 76. Section 18.506.060. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.506.060. Permitted uses.
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C. Accessory Uses. The following uses are accessory uses when they are accessory to the primary permitted uses, and when their location and design has first been approved by the planning division development plan review board, unless otherwise provide in Section 18.12.050:
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7. Other accessory uses of a similar nature which the director of community development development plan review board finds consistent with the spirit and intent of this specific plan.

SECTION 77. Section 18.506.090. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.506.090. Provisions for existing communication transmission facilities. …
C. Expansion of Use. The facilities shall not have additions to, or enlargements or expansions of the tower structure, except to change, upgrade or add antennae pursuant to subsection B of this section. The facilities may have additions, modifications, strengthening or rehabilitation of the tower structure and/ or accessory building(s), greater than 10% of the existing structure/ building, subject to the review and approval of the planning commission development plan review board pursuant to subsection F of this section. Any proposed addition, modification, rehabilitation, relocation or reconstruction less than 10% of the existing structure/building are subject to the review and approval of the director of community development pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title.

D. Reconstruction. If the facilities are damaged or destroyed due to natural and/ or unnatural causes, the facilities may be repaired to reconstructed subject to the review and approval of the planning commission development plan review board pursuant to subsection F of this section provided the proposed facilities do not exceed the size, scale or intensity of use as the facilities in existence at the time of destruction of the facilities. ….

F. Review and Approval. Any proposed addition, modification, rehabilitation, relocation or reconstruction greater than 10% of the existing structure/ building allowed pursuant to subsection C and D of this section shall be subject to the review and approval of the planning commission, pursuant to Chapter 18.200 of this title, development plan review board. Any proposed addition, modification, rehabilitation, relocation or reconstruction less than 10% of the existing structure/building are subject to a director’s review pursuant Chapter 18.12 of this title. …
SECTION 78. Section 18.506.110. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.506.110. Grading.

No grading permits shall be issued unless the grading plans have first been approved by the development plan review board and planning division unless associated with a development at which, it shall be subject to review pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title, the planning commission, and it has been found that the grading design conforms to the provisions set forth in this section. Pre- and post-grading models may be required at the discretion of the director of community development. …

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D. Grading for Pools and Detached Accessory Structures. In the estate lot area, grading for pools and/ or detached accessory structures shall only be permitted where the existing terrain permits such improvements without grading in excess of fifty cubic yards, excluding pool excavation. Such grading shall be in conjunction with design approval by the development plan review board planning division. pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 18.12.

SECTION 79. Section 18.506.130. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.506.130. Setbacks.

A. Front Yard Setbacks. Front yard setbacks shall vary according to topographic conditions and shall be as approved by the development plan review board review authority pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 18.12, planning commission and city council in accordance with the provisions of Section 18.506.040 of this chapter.
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C. Rear Yard Setbacks. In the estate area, rear yard setbacks shall vary according to topographic conditions, prominence, and visibility and shall be approved the development plan review board, review authority pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 18.12, planning commission and city council in accordance with the provisions of Section 18.506.040 of this chapter. Portions of rear yards which include severe and prominent slopes and which are intended to be natural landscape areas pursuant to the landscape plan required under Section 18.506.170 may have building restrictions imposed as a condition of development plan review.

SECTION 80. Section 18.506.170. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.506.170. Landscaping.
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B. Landscape Plan and Planet Materials List. Prior to the issuance of any building permits in a given tract, a conceptual landscape plan for all common areas and/or developer-installed landscape areas shall be submitted to the planning division development plan review board by the developer for review and approval by the planning division development plan review board. In the estate area, the landscape plan shall also include the lower portions of estate lots abutting San Dimas Avenue, Via Amarilla, Calle, Canela, and the canyon located in the southern portion of Tract 39492. The landscape plan shall indicate natural areas, introduced landscape areas and fire prevention areas. In addition to the landscaping to be provided by the developer, the developer shall submit with the landscape plan required by this section, a complete plant material list for use by individual homeowners in their selection of plan materials.

SECTION 81. Section 18.506.180. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.506.180. General development standards.
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C. Signs. The following signs are permitted within Specific Plan No. 5 as follows:

1. Community identification and directional signs. Community identification, directional and informational signs are permitted pursuant to the approval of a community sign program by the review authority development plan review board as provided in Chapter 18.12 of this title; …
E. Fencing. Prior to the issuance of any building permits in a given tract, a conceptual fencing plan for the entire tract shall be prepared by the developer and submitted to the planning division development plan review board for review and approval. The fencing plan shall clearly indicate the location, height, type of materials and color selections to be utilized for fencing walls. …

4. Retaining walls may be permitted as approved by the planning division development plan review board, however, the review may be elevated to a director’s review pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title if there is the potential to impact adjacent or surrounding properties.

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SECTION 82. Section 18.506.190. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.506.190. Appeals.

Appeals of decisions and determinations by the director of community development, development plan review board and the planning commission may be filed by any aggrieved party pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 18.212 of this title.

SECTION 83. Section 18.508.080. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.508.080. Area I – Industrial uses.
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C. Conditional Uses.
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6. Tasting rooms providing on-site alcoholic beverage tastings and the sale of alcoholic beverages for off-site consumption provided that the alcoholic beverage is produced on the premises. Tasting rooms may include other ancillary activities to the tastings such as food trucks and live entertainment, provided that all uses are secondary and incidental to the manufacturing component and that, prior to their commencement, a site plan approval by the planning division development plan review board is obtained for any outdoor activities and a live entertainment permit from the license and permit hearing board is obtained for any live entertainment. Parking for such uses shall comply with the provisions of Chapter

18.156 or the business owner shall be required to demonstrate that the hours of the tasting room will not conflict with the other businesses on-site to the satisfaction of the planning commission.

SECTION 84. Section 18.508.120. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.508.120. Property development standards - Area I.
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H. Lighting.

1. Design and fixture type shall be submitted for review by the planning division, unless associated with a development plan, at which it shall be subject to the review authority pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title development plan review board.

I. Trash Storage.

1. Location and quantity of trash storage areas shall be subject to development plan review board review and approval by the planning division unless associated with a development plan, at which it shall be subject to the review authority pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title;
J. Landscaping.

1. landscaping shall be installed pursuant to a landscape and sprinkler plan prepared for the developer by a state registered landscape architect and submitted for review by the planning division, unless associated with a development plan, at which it shall be subject to the review authority to and reviewed and approved by the development plan review board review body pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title ;
K. Mechanical Equipment.

1. Roof-mounted mechanical equipment is subject to review by the planning division unless associated with a development plan, at which it shall be subject to the review authority precise design review by the development plan review board pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title. Roof-mounted equipment may be prohibited in visually sensitive areas.

2. All ground-mounted mechanical and electrical equipment shall be screened from view by fencing and/or landscaping compatible to the building architecture. Screening is subject to review and approval by the review authority pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title development plan review board prior to installation.

SECTION 85. Section 18.508.130. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.508.130. Property development standards - Area 2.

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C. Building Type. Tilt-up concrete, brick, decorative block, and all other types must be submitted for review and approval by the development plan review board review authority pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title. Metal buildings are prohibited.

SECTION 86. Chapter Article II Land Use Plan Development is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.510.130 Conditional Accessory structures
SECTION 86. Section 18.510.100. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.510.100. Incidental uses.
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C. Other uses similar to those stated in subsection A and B of this section which the director of community development plan review board finds consistent with the spirit and intent of this specific plan.

SECTION 87. Section 18.510.110. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.510.110. Accessory uses.

The following uses are permitted when they are accessory to the primary permitted uses, and when their location and design has first been recommended and approved by the planning division development plan review board as consistent with the spirit and intent of the specific plan. …
E. Other accessory uses of a similar nature which the planning division development plan review board finds consistent with the spirit and intent of this specific plan.

SECTION 88. Section 18.510.120. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.510.120. Temporary uses.

Temporary uses in the Specific Plan No. 7 area are as follows:

A. Model homes, real estate offices and parking compounds associated with the sale of residential homes, subject to approval by the planning division development plan review board only; SECTION 89. Section 18.510.130. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.510.130. Conditional Accessory structures.

A. Conditional Accessory structures shall be reviewed and approved pursuant to Chapter

18.12 of this title. include, but not be limited to, cabanas and cantilevered or retaining wall-supported patios, decks, swimming pools, tennis courts, or other such structures, as may be determined by the Diretor of Community Development, which are determined to be similar and not obnoxious or detrimental than the foregoing. The determination of the Director of Community Development as to whether a structure is within the scope of this section may be appealed to the development plan review board and thereafter to the city council in accordance with Section 18.12.070.

B. Unless otherwise provided pursuant to Section 18.12.050, conditional structures must be approved by the development plan review board. When in the opinion of the Diretor of Community Development, the installation of the conditional structures does not require grading which changes the characteristics of the landform or scenic quality of the surrounding area, the action of the development plan review board shall be final unless appealed in accordance with Section 18.12.070.

SECTION 90. Section 18.510.170. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.510.170. Lot sizes, dimensions, setbacks and unit size. …
D. Side Yard Setbacks. The minimum required side yard for detached single-family residential development shall be five and twelve feet, with the twelve foot side yard being provided on the driveway side on the lot. On corner lots, the side yard adjacent to the street shall be a minimum of ten feet.

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Setbacks for accessory structures shall be established by the director of community development development plan review board, but not less than five feet to the side or rear yard property line.

SECTION 91. Section 18.510.190. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.510.190. Grading design.
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B. Planning Areas I, II, and III. Grading is permitted under the following guidelines:
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5. Prior to the issuance of a grading permit, the developer shall submit a tree removal plan for review and approval pursuant to Chapter 18.162 of this title. development plan review board indicating trees with trunks six inches in diameter or larger to be removed. A letter of explanation of why the tree(s) is being removed and the alternative mitigation measures shall be provided.

SECTION 92. Section 18.510.260. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.510.260. Landscaping.
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B. Landscape Plan and Materials List. Prior to the issuance of building permits, a conceptual landscape plan for all developer-installed landscape areas shall be submitted to the planning division Director of Community Development for review and approval. The landscape plan shall include design features sensitive to maintaining solar access for each dwelling unit where possible, subject to the approval of the planning division development plan review board.

SECTION 93. Section 18.510.270. is deleted in its entirety

18.510.270. Signs.

Prior to installation of any sign, a sign program shall be submitted to the planning manager or their designee development plan review board for review and approval. The sign program shall show signs drawn to scale, dimensioned and easily readable, containing but not limited to, the following:

A. General location and bulk of major community identification or directional signs; B. Location of major community components, such as streets, permanent open space, entry statements, and development areas;
C. Model complex signs.

SECTION 94. Section 18.510.280. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.510.280. Lighting.

All public streets shall be provided with a level of street lighting designed to protect the health and safety and welfare of those living within the development. Street lights shall be mounted on city standard electroliers. Prior to the installation of any lighting or other developer-installed community lighting other than street lighting, a general lighting plan shall be submitted to the planning division development plan review board for review and approval. Further, street lighting engineering data shall be approved by for the Director of Community Development.

SECTION 95. Section 18.510.300. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.510.300. Fencing.

A fencing restrictions plan is included as Exhibit 4 which indicates the general area where fences are prohibited. The purpose of this plan is to prohibit the arbitrary placement of fences on the visible slopes of the hillside areas. Prior to the issuance of building permits, a community fencing plan shall be submitted to the planning division development plan review board for review and approval.

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fencing plan. Homeowner installed fencing shall be reviewed and approved by the planning division Director of Community Development.

SECTION 96. Chapter 18.510 Article IV Plan Review and Disposition is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.510.3.70 Review Requirements – Development plans.

18.510.380 Precise plan review requirements.

18.510.390 Plan Disposition
SECTION 96. Section 18.510.310. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.510.310. Patio or deck areas.

Unless required as a condition of approval, a developer shall not be required pursuant to this article to install a patio or deck area. However, any persons wishing to install a patio or deck area shall do so in accordance with Chapter 18.12 of this title. a development plan approved by the Director of Community Development and the development plan review board. The development plan shall provide for the installation of the patio or deck area by one or more of the following methods:
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SECTION 97. Section 18.510.320. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.510.320. Purpose.

The purpose of the architectural guidelines is three-fold:
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C. To provide guidance to the development plan review board, the director of community development, planning commission and the city council in the subsequent review of building plans as noted in the plan review and plan disposition procedures.

SECTION 98. Section 18.510.370. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.510.370. Review requirements – Development plans.

A. Before any grading or construction for residential development is undertaken on any lot or parcel within the Specific Plan No.7 area, development plans shall be reviewed and approved pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title. unless otherwise provided in accordance with Section

18.12.050, development plans for any planning area shall be submitted for review and approval by the development plan review board and planning commission, pursuant to the provisions of Chapter

18.12 and the plan disposition procedure. Development plans shall consist of the followings:

1. A scaled plot plan or site plan;

2. Conceptual architectural floor plans and elevations where applicable;

3. Rough grading plan;

4. Conceptual landscaping plan.

B. Unless otherwise provided in accordance with Section 18.12.050, all development plans shall be subject to final review and approval by the development plan review board and the planning commission, unless appealed to the city council in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 18.212.

C. In addition to the standard development plan findings, the development plan review board, planning commission and the city council, in approving a development plan for any lot or lots in Specific Plan No. 7, shall make the following findings:

1. The proposed improvements will maintain or enhance the existing character and purpose of Specific Plan No. 7;

2. Structures and appurtenances are sited in a manner that minimizes visual impact and disturbance to the natural terrain and are in conformance to the intent of Specific Plan No. 7;

3. The architectural character, style, and use of materials harmonize with the natural setting.

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SECTION 99. Section 18.510.380 shall be deleted in its entirety:
§ 18.510.380 Precise plan review requirements.

A. The applicant shall submit four sets of scaled plans to the planning and building divisions which shall include the following where applicable:

1. Precise grading plan;

2. Signing plan;

3. Fencing plan;

4. Lighting plan;

5. Landscaping plan;

6. Architectural floor plans and elevations.

Precise plans shall be reviewed and approved by the development plan review board only.

Appeals are subject to the provisions of Section 18.12.070 (C).

B. The development plan review board shall make the findings in accordance with Section 18.12.060.

SECTION 100. Section 18.510.390. shall be deleted in its entirety:

18.510.390. Plan disposition.

A. Required tentative tract map submittals shall be considered by the subdivision committee review board on an advisory basis to the planning commission. The planning commission shall hold a public hearing and shall consider the plans and recommend to the city council approval, conditional approval or disapproval based upon the public health, safety and general welfare within thirty days of submission and formal acceptance by the city. Upon receipt of the recommendation from the planning commission, the city council shall also hold a public hearing to approve, conditionally approve, or disapprove the tentative tract map.

B. Within thirty days after submission of development plans, the development plan review board shall consider the plans, and shall recommend to the planning commission approval, conditional approval or disapproval of the plans with any conditions deemed necessary to protect the public health, safety and general welfare. Appeals shall be subject to provisions outlined in Section 18.510.370 (A) of this article.

C. Within thirty days after submission of precise plans, the development plan review board shall consider the plans and shall approve, conditionally approve or disapprove the plans. Appeals shall be in accordance with the provisions of Section 18.12.060.

D. Amendments to Approved Plans. Development plans and precise plans may be amended by the same procedure provided for approval. Minor modifications which do not substantially change the concept of an approved development plan or precise plan, may be approved by the director of community development and reported to the development plan review board.

SECTION 103. Chapter 18.512 Specific Plan No. 8 is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.512.090. Conditional uses permitted.Accessory structures SECTION 101. Section 18.512.070. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.512.070. Primary uses permitted.
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C. Other uses similar to those stated in this section which the director of community development plan review board finds consistent with the spirit and intent of this specific plan.

SECTION 102. Section 18.512.080. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.512.080. Accessory uses permitted.

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F. The following special purpose, or accessory structures as approved by the director of community planning, pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 18.12.

1. Greenhouses, workshops, and storage sheds, when less than six hundred square feet in floor area,

2. Gazebos not in excess of two hundred square feet, and enclosed or covered patios when less than six hundred square feet in floor area,

3. Room additions, when less than six hundred square feet in floor area,

4. Swimming pools and spas where not more than fifty cubic yards of grading and retaining wall and/or cantilevered supports are necessary;
FG. Other accessory uses of a similar nature, which the director of community development plan review board finds to be consistent with the spirit and intent of this specific plan.

SECTION 103. Section 18.512.090. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.512.090. Conditional uses permitted.Accessory structures A. Accessory structures shall be reviewed and approved pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title. Greenhouses, workshops, and storage sheds, when six hundred square feet or larger in floor area;
B. Gazebos in excess of two hundred square feet, and enclosed or covered patios, when the floor or roof area of such structure is six hundred square feet or larger; C. Tennis courts;
D. Decks, that are not attached to the dwelling unit or where more than fifty cubic yards of grading or where retaining wall and/or cantilevered support are necessary; E. Two-story room additions;
F. Detached domestic quarters.

Note. All conditional uses are subject to review and approval by the development plan revie Sections 18.512.240 and 18.512.250 of this chapter.

SECTION 104. Section 18.512.100. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.512.100. Architectural guidelines.
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B. To provide guidance to the director of community development, planning commission, the development plan review board and the city council in the subsequent review of building plans as noted in the plan review and plan disposition procedures.

SECTION 105. Section 18.512.160. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.512.160. Building height.
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C. Notwithstanding the provisions of subsections A and B of this section, the height of structures on lots 1,2,3,4,5,6,25 and 26 of tract No.43068 may exceed twenty-two feet, provided all the following conditions are met:
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3. A permit for such excess height is first obtained. An application for such a permit shall be submitted to the city director of community development, accompanied by a site plan, landscaping plan, architectural drawings, and such other information as the director deems necessary for a comprehensive review by the planning commission. the hearing body to determine if the criteria set forth in this subsection are met. A hearing on the application shall be held by the development plan review board and city council at a joint meeting of the board and council. A majority vote of those present at the joint meeting shall be required to approve or disapprove the application. Any approval shall be subject to such conditions as Page 214 – 274 PC-1692 Page 38 of 74
the hearing body deems necessary to assure compliance with the criteria set forth in this subsection
SECTION 106. Section 18.512.170. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.512.170. Building setbacks.

Building setbacks in the Specific Plan No.8 area are as follows:
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D. Rear., ten feet minimum.

1. As approved by the director of community planning, for minor structures less than four hundred square feet in floor area,

2. As approved by the development plan review board, for structures four hundred square feet or greater in floor area;

2. As approved by the development plan review board, for structures four hundred square feet or greater in floor area;
SECTION 107. Section 18.512.200. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.512.200. Fences and walls.

A. Community Fencing. Perimeter fencing, along lot lines, shall be open in style and consistent in material and height throughout the entire project area. Fencing within the building footprint area may be solid, if composed of decorative masonry materials, as approved by the planning division development plan review board, pursuant to Section 18.512.250 (B) of this chapter. All such fencing shall be installed by the developer, at the time of the development.

SECTION 108. Section 18.512.240. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.512.240. Plan review.

A. Unless otherwise provided in accordance with Section 18.12.050, before any grading or establishment of any permitted use is undertaken on any lot within the limits of Specific Plan No. 8, the property owner shall submit development plans for review and approval pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title by the development plan review board and/or planning commission, as applicable.

SECTION 109. Section 18.512.250. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.512.250. Plan disposition.
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B. Proposals for new single-family residence shall be submitted for review and approval pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title. by the development plan review board. Within thirty days after submission of the required plans, staff the board shall recommend to the planning commission approval, conditional approval or disapproval with any conditions deemed necessary to protect the public health, safety and general welfare. The applicant may extend the thirty-day time limit, if written request is received within sufficient time, by the director of community development.

The planning commission shall consider the recommendation of the board within twenty-one days of the board's action. The planning commission shall review the plans, pursuant to Section 18.512.250 (C), and thereafter approve, conditionally approve or disapprove the plans, with any conditions deemed necessary to protect the public health, safety and general welfare.

Should the decision by the commission be less than a unanimous one, the commission's action shall be reviewed by the city council, at the next regularly scheduled council meeting following the commission's action. The action of the council shall be final.

C. Proposals for conditional uses, as listed in Section 18.512.090 shall be submitted for review and approval by the development plan review board. Within thirty days after submittal of development plans, as required by the director of community development, the board shall approve, conditionally

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approve or disapprove the plans, with any conditions deemed necessary to protect the public health, safety and general welfare. The board may deny such development plans, upon making findings that:

1. The proposed use will result in a detrimental modification to the natural landform;

2. The proposed use will create a significant visual impact beyond those already present in this hillside area; and

3. The proposed use does not implement the purpose and provisions of Specific Plan No.

8. The property owner/developer may appeal all decisions by the board to the planning commission, by filing an application for a conditional use permit, pursuant to Chapter 18.200 of this title.

D. Proposals for accessory use shall be reviewed by the development plan review board. The board shall act on these proposals within thirty days following submittal by the property owner/ applicant, and shall approve, conditionally approve or disapprove, any conditions deemed necessary to protect the public health, safety and welfare. The decision of the board shall be final.

SECTION 110. Section 18.514.080. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.514.080. Area Four – Highway retail.
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C. Permitted Uses. Uses permitted shall include those businesses listed in this section which operate in compliance with the intent and the standards of this district. Each business shall be evaluated in terms of its operational characteristics and specific site location. …

4. Other uses which are consistent with the intent and provisions of the specific plan, as determined by the director of community development services, in accordance with Section

18.192.040. The determination of the director of community development services may be appealed to the planning commission development plan review board and thereafter to the city council in accordance with Chapter 18.212 of this title.

D. Additional Uses Permitted in Conjunction with Overflow Parking Lot…. …

13. Other uses which are consistent with the intent and provisions of the specific plan, as determined by the director of community development services, in accordance with Section

15. Other uses which are inconsistent with the intent and provisions of the zone, as determined by the director of community development services, in accordance with Section

18.192.040. the determination of the director of community development services may be appealed to the planning commission development plan review board and thereafter the city council in accordance with Chapter 18.212 of this title.

SECTION 111. Section 18.516.100. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.516.100. Incidental uses.
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B. Other uses similar to those stated in subsection A of this subsection which the director of community development plan review board finds consistent with the spirit and intent of this specific plan.

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SECTION 112. Section 18.516.110. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.516.110. Accessory structures.
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E. Other accessory uses of a similar nature which the director of community development plan review board finds consistent with the spirit and intent of this specific plan.

SECTION 113. Section 18.516.120. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.516.120. Temporary uses.

Temporary uses in Specific Plan No. 10 are as follows:

A. Model homes, real estate offices and compounds associated with the sale of residential homes, subject to approval by the planning division.

SECTION 114. Section 18.516.180. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.516.180. Setbacks.
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C. Condominiums/ Townhouses:

1. Front, rear, and side yards, to be determined by a precise plan to be approved by the development plan review board and the planning commission pursuant to Section

18.516.270 of this chapter.

SECTION 115. Section 18.516.210. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.516.210. Landscaping.
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B. Landscape Plan and Plant Materials List. Prior to the issuance of any building permits, a conceptual landscape plan for all developer-installed landscape areas shall be submitted to the director of community planning division for review and approval. The landscape plan shall include design features sensitive to maintaining solar access for each dwelling unit where possible, subject to the approval of the planning division development plan review board.

For each phase, a corresponding final landscape plan shall be submitted to the planning division for review and approval approved by the same board.

The landscape plan shall clearly indicate general location, size and species of plan materials.

In addition, a suggested plant material list for use by individual homeowners in their selection of plant materials shall be submitted.

SECTION 116. Section 18.516.220. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.516.220. Signs.

Signs shall be installed pursuant to Chapters 18.12 and 18.152 of this title. Prior to the installation of any sign, a sign program shall be approved by the development plan review board. The sign program may show signs drawn to scale, dimensioned and easily readable, containing, but not limited to, the following:

A. General location and bulk of major community identification or directional signs; B. Locations of major community components, such as streets, permanent open space, entry statements, and development areas;
C. Model complex signs;
D. Identification of property owner, architect, landscape architect, land planner, and contractor.

SECTION 117. Section 18.516.230. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.516.230. Lighting.

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lighting other than street lighting, a general lighting plan shall be approved by the planning division development plan review board.

SECTION 118. Section 18.516.240. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.516.240. Fencing.

A. Prior to the issuance of any building permits, a community fencing plan for the entire development described herein shall be approved by the planning division development plan review board. For each phase, a corresponding final fencing plan shall be the planning division same board.

SECTION 119. Section 18.516.260. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.516.260. Patio and deck areas.

All development plans shall show a patio or deck area on each hillside lot where appropriate.

Unless required as a condition of approval, a developer shall not be required, pursuant to this section, to install a patio or deck area. However, any person wishing to install a patio or deck area shall do so in accordance with a development plan approved by the director of community planning and the development plan review board. The development plan shall provide for the installation of the patio and decks.

SECTION 120. Section 18.516.270. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.516.270. Review requirements.

A. Before any grading or construction for residential development is undertaken on any lot or parcel within the Specific Plan No. 10 area, development plans shall be reviewed and approved pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title. Unless otherwise provided in accordance with Section

18.12.050, before any building or structure is erected on any lot or parcel in the Specific Plan No. 10 area, a development plan and conceptual landscape plan shall be submitted for review and approval to the development plan review board and the planning commission, pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 18.12 of this title. The signing, fencing and lighting plans, all final plans, including landscaping, architectural plans as noted in the architectural guidelines and minor additions shall be subject to final review and approval by the development plan review board, unless otherwise provided in accordance with Section 18.12.050 or appealed in accordance with Section 18.12.170. The proposed improvement will maintain or enhance the existing character and purpose of Specific Plan No.10.

B. Prior to submitting development plans, the applicant may meet with city planning and engineering staff members to discuss and review the general purpose and objectives of the specific plan in relation to any development concepts proposed by the applicant.

C. The applicant shall submit six sets of scaled plans to the department of community development which shall include the following:

1. Signing;

2. Fencing;

3. Lighting;

4. Landscaping;

5. Architectural plans;
These plans shall be required in addition to required site plan and tentative tract map submittals.

D. Within the thirty days after submission of the signing, fencing, lighting, landscaping and architectural plans as described in subsection C of this section, the development plan review board shall consider the plans and shall approve, conditionally approve or disapprove the plans with any conditions deemed necessary to protect the public health, safety and general welfare.

E. Required site plans and tentative tract map submittals shall be considered by the development plan review board on any advisory basis to the planning commission within thirty days.

The thirty-day time limit may be extended upon the consent of the applicant. The planning commission shall consider the plans and approve, conditionally approve or disapprove based on the public health, safety and general welfare. The decision of the planning commission shall be final unless that decisions is appealed to the city council, provided that the decision of the planning commission shall

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be automatically appealed to the city council if the decision of the planning commission is by less than unanimous vote of all the members present and participating.

F. Plans may be amended by the same procedure provided for approval. Minor modifications which do not substantially change the concept of an approved development plan may be approved the development plan review board.

SECTION 121. Section 18.516.280. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.516.280. Purpose.

The purpose of the architectural guidelines is threefold:
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C. To provide guidance to the review authority pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title development plan review board and the planning commission in the subsequent review of building plans as noted in the plan review and plan disposition procedures.

SECTION 122. Section 18.518.170. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.518.170. Grading design.
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E. Planning Areas II, III, IV and V – Single-family Detached Residential.

1. Grading is permitted under the following guidelines:
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d. Maximum vertical height of cuts and fills, exposed or retained by walls, shall not exceed the requirements as listed in subparagraph (b) of this subdivision, except when necessary to provide circulation access, or when an alternate is approved by the director of community development or their designee.development plan review board. …
SECTION 123. Section 18.518.220. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.518.220. Setbacks.

A. Front Yard Setbacks.

1. Planning Area I. Front yard setbacks for all residential land uses shall vary according to topographic conditions and shall be approved by the review body pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title pursuant to the development plan review board disposition procedures described in Article V.

SECTION 124. Section 18.518.360. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.518.360. Review requirements – Development plans.

A. Before any grading for residential development is undertaken on any lot or parcel within the Specific Plan No.11 area, unless otherwise provided in accordance with Section 18.12.050, development plans for any planning area shall be submitted for review and approval by the development plan review board and planning commission, pursuant to the provisions of Chapter

18.12. SECTION 125. Chapter 18.520 Article II Land Use Development Plan is hereby amended to read as follows:
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18.520.120 Conditional Uses Accessory structures.

SECTION XX. Chapter 18.520 Article V Plan Review and Disposition is hereby amended to read as follows:

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18.520.350 Review Requirements – Development plans.

18.520.360 Precise plan review requirements.

18.520.370 Plan Disposition.

SECTION 126. Section 18.520.090. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.520.090. Incidental uses.

Incidental uses permitted in Specific Plan No. 12 are as follows:
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C. Other uses similar to those stated in subsection A and B of this section which the director of community development plan review board finds consistent with the spirit and intent of this specific plan.

SECTION 127. Section 18.520.100. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.520.100. Accessory uses.

Accessory uses permitted in Specific Plan No. 12 are the following uses when they are accessory to the primary permitted uses., and when their location and design has first been recommended and approved by the development plan review board as consistent with the spirit and intent of this specific plan.
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D. Other accessory uses of a similar nature which the director of community development or their designee plan review board finds consistent with the spirit and intent of this specific plan.

SECTION 127. Section 18.520.110. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.520.110. Temporary uses.

Temporary uses permitted in Specific Plan No. 12 are as follows:

A. Model homes, real estate offices and parking compounds associated with the sale of residential homes, subject to approval by the planning division development plan review board; SECTION 128. Section 18.520.120. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.520.120. Conditional uses. Accessory structures.

A. Accessory structures shall be reviewed and approved pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title.Conditional uses shall include, but not be limited to, landscape components such as cabanas and cantilevered and retaining wall supported patios, decks, swimming pools and tennis courts.

B. Unless otherwise provided in accordance with Section 18.12.050, conditional structures must be approved by the development plan review board. When the installation of the conditional structures does not require grading which changes the characteristics of the landform or scenic quality of the surrounding area, the action of the development plan review board shall be final. In all other cases, the development plan review board shall provide a recommendation to the planning commission and approval by the planning commission shall be required.

SECTION 129. Section 18.520.160. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.520.160. Lot size, dimensions and unit size.

Lot sizes, dimensions and setbacks for all residential planning areas shall be established and approved on the site plan and tentative tract map.

A. Planning Area I. Lot sizes, dimensions and unit size shall be as follows:

1. Minimum Lot Size. Lot size may be reduced to no less than fifteen thousand square feet.

The exact square footage shall be shown on the final recorded map and shall be determined in accordance with the following procedures:
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b. The precise development plan shall be reviewed and approved pursuant to Chapter

18.12 of this title. by the development plan review board and its recommendation shall be made to the planning commission for review and approval,

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d. The home builder, not the master developer, as a condition of approval, shall construct a decorative open fence or solid masonry fence as approved by the review authority pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title development plan review board along the property line,
SECTION 130. Section 18.520.180. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.520.180. Grading design.

Grading on the site shall conform to the standards set forth in this section….

A. Planning Area I – Single-family Detached Custom Lots and Open Space. …

2. Maximum vertical heights of cuts and fills as described in A(1)(c) of this section may be exceeded on difficult lots when authorized by the a director’s review pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title. development plan review board;
SECTION 131. Section 18.520.200. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.520.200. Setbacks.

A. Front Yard Setbacks.

1. Planning Area I. Front yard setbacks for all residential land uses shall vary according to topographic conditions and shall be as approved pursuant to the reviewed by a director’s review pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title and development plan review board disposition procedure described in Article V.

2. Planning Areas II through IV. Minimum front yard setback shall be eighteen feet from back of sidewalk or it no sidewalk exists it shall be measured from property line. The average front yard setback shall be twenty feet. In those areas where physical hardship exists, a lesser minimum setback may be reviewed and approved by a director’s review the pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title. development plan review board. …
E. Setbacks for Accessory Structures. Setbacks for accessory structures shall be as established by the development plan review board, but no less than five feet to the side or rear yard property line.

SECTION 132. Section 18.520.240. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.520.240. Landscaping.
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B. Landscape Plan and Plant Materials List. Prior to the issuance of building permits, a conceptual landscaping plan for all developer-installed landscape areas shall be submitted to the planning division director of community development for review and approval. The landscape plan shall include design features sensitive to maintaining solar access for each dwelling unit where possible, subject to the final review and approval if necessary by the planning division development plan review board.
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D. Installation and Maintenance Responsibility.

1. All cut and fill slopes in excess of five feet in vertical height shall be planted and irrigated with an automatic irrigation system to promote growth of plants and ground cover to prevent erosion. In developing a site, the developer shall plan and maintain all slopes until the property is occupied by reason of purchase. Developer shall provide suitable guarantees satisfactory to the director of community development and the development plan review board for planting and maintenance as required in this chapter.

SECTION 133. Section 18.520.250. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.520.250. Signs.

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Prior to the installation of any sign, a sign program shall be approved pursuant to Chapter

18.152 of this title. by the -development plan review board. The sign program shall show signs drawn to scale, dimensioned and easily readable, containing but not limited to, the following:

A General location and bulk of major community identification or directional signs; B. Location of major community components, such as streets, permanent open space, entry statements, and development areas;
C. Model complex signs;
D. Identification of property owner, architect, landscape architect, engineer, land planner and contractor.

SECTION 134. Section 18.520.260. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.520.260. Lighting.

SECTION 135. Section 18.520.270. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.520.270. Fencing.

A. Prior to the issuance of any building permits, a community fencing plan for the entire development described in this chapter shall be approved by the planning division development plan review board. For each phase a corresponding final fencing plan shall be approved by the same, planning division board. The community fencing plan shall clearly indicate the location, height, type of materials and color selections to be utilized for fencing. Areas prohibited from fencing shall be indicated on the community fencing plan. Homeowner installed fencing shall be reviewed and approved by the director of community development.

SECTION 136. Section 18.520.280. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.520.280. Patio or deck areas.

All development plans shall show a patio or deck area on each hillside lot where appropriate.

Unless required as a condition of approval, a developer shall not be required, pursuant to this section, to install a patio or deck area. However, any person wishing to install a patio or deck area shall do so in accordance with a development plan approved by the director of community development and the development plan review board. The development plan shall provide for the installation of the patio or deck area by one or more of the following methods:

SECTION 137. Section 18.520.300. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.520.300. Purpose.

The purpose of this article is threefold:
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C. To provide guidance to the review authority pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title planning commission, the development plan review board and the city council in the subsequent review of building plans as noted in the plan review and plan disposition procedures.

SECTION 138. Section 18.520.350. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.520.350. Review requirements – Development plans.

A. Before any grading or construction for residential development is undertaken on any lot or parcel within the Specific Plan No. 12 area, development plans shall be reviewed and approved pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title. Before any grading for residential development is undertaken on any lot or parcel within the Specific Plan No. 12 area, unless otherwise provided in accordance with Section 18.12.050, development plans for any planning area shall be submitted for review and

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approval by the development plan review board and planning commission, pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 18.12. Development plans shall consist of the following:

1. A scaled plot plan or site plan;

2. Conceptual architectural floor plans and elevations where applicable;

3. Rough grading plan;

4. Conceptual landscaping plan.

B. Unless otherwise provided in accordance with Section 18.12.050, all development plans shall be subject to final review and approval by the development plan review board and thereafter the planning commission, unless appealed to the city council in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 18.12.

C. In addition, to the standard development plan findings, the development plan review board, the planning commission and the city council, in approving a development plan for any lot or lots in Specific Plan No. 12, shall make the following findings:

1. The proposed improvements will maintain or enhance the existing character and purpose of Specific Plan No. 12;

2. Structures and appurtenances are sited in a manner that minimizes visual impact and disturbance to the natural terrain and are in conformance to the intent of Specific Plan No. 12;

3. The architectural character, style, and use of materials harmonize with the natural setting, if applicable.

D. Prior to submitting development plans, the applicant shall meet with city planning and engineering staff members to discuss and review the general purpose and objectives of the specific plan in relation to any development concepts proposed by the applicant. (Ord. 791 § 1 (E), 1983; Ord. 897 § 10 (C), (D), 1989)
SECTION XXX. Section 18.520.360 shall be deleted in its entirety:
§ 18.520.360 Precise plan review requirements.

A. The applicant shall submit four sets of scaled plans to the planning department which shall include the following where applicable:

1. Grading plan;

2. Precise site plan;

3. Architectural floor plans and elevations;

4. Fencing plan;

5. Landscaping plan;

6. Lighting plan;

7. Signing plan.

Precise plans shall be reviewed and approved by the development plan review board only.

Appeals are subject to the provisions of Section 18.12.070 (C).

B. The development plan review board shall make the findings in accordance with Section 18.12.060.

SECTION XXX. Section 18.520.370 shall be deleted in its entirety:
§ 18.520.370 Plan disposition.

A. Required tentative tract map submittals shall be considered by the subdivision committee review board on an advisory basis to the planning commission. The planning commission shall consider the plans and recommend to the city council approval, conditional approval or disapproval based upon the public health, safety and general welfare within thirty days of submission and formal acceptance by the city. Upon receipt of the recommendation from the planning commission, the city council shall approve, conditionally approve, or disapprove the tentative tract map.

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B. Within thirty days after submission of development plans, the development plan review board shall consider the plans, and shall recommend to the planning commission approval, conditional approval or disapproval of the plans with any conditions deemed necessary to protect the public health, safety and general welfare. Appeals shall be subject to the provisions outlined in Section 18.520.350 (A).

D. Amendments to the Approved Plans. Development plans and precise plans may be amended by the same procedure provided for approval. Minor modifications, which do not substantially change the concept of an approved development plan or precise plan may be approved by the director of community development and reported to the development plan review board.

SECTION 141. Section 18.522.080. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.522.080. Incidental uses permitted.

Incidental uses in Specific Plan No. 13 are as follows:
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B. Other uses similar to those stated in subsection A which the director of community development plan review board finds consistent with the spirit and intent of this specific plan.

SECTION 142. Section 18.522.120. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.522.120. Plan review and disposition.

A. Before any grading or construction for residential development is undertaken on any lot or parcel within the Specific Plan No. 13 area, development plans shall be reviewed and approved pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title. Review Requirements. Before any building or structure is erected on any lot or parcel in the Specific Plan No. 13 area, a development plan and conceptual landscape plan shall be submitted for review and approval to the development plan review board and the planning commission, unless otherwise provided in accordance with Section 18.12.050. The signing, fencing and lighting plans, all final plans including landscaping, architectural plans as noted in the architectural guidelines and minor additions shall be subject to final review and approval by the development plan review board, unless appealed in accordance with Section 18.12.070 (C).

The proposed improvements will maintain or enhance the existing character and purpose of Specific Plan No. 13.

C. The applicant shall submit six sets of scaled plans to the department of community development which shall include the following:

1. Signing;

2. Fencing;

3. Lighting;

4. Landscaping;

5. Architectural plans;
These plans shall be required in addition to required site plan and tentative tract map submittals.

D. Within thirty days after submission of the signing, fencing, lighting, landscaping and architectural plans as described in subsection C, the development plan review board shall consider the plans, and shall approve, conditionally approve or disapprove the plans with any conditions deemed necessary to protect the public health, safety and general welfare.

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E. Required site plans and tentative tract map submittals shall be considered by the development plan review board on an advisory basis to the planning commission within thirty days.

The thirty-day time limit may be extended upon the consent of the applicant. The planning commission shall consider the plans and approval, conditional approval or disapproval based upon the public health, safety and general welfare. The decision of the planning commission shall be final unless that decision is appealed to the city council, provided that the decision of the planning commission shall be automatically appealed to the city council if the decision of the planning commission is by less than the unanimous vote of all of the members present and participating.

F. Plans may be amended by the same procedure provided for approval. Minor modifications which do not substantially change the concept of the approved development plan may be approved by the development plan review board.

SECTION 143. Section 18.522.130. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.522.130. Purpose.

The purpose of the architectural guidelines is threefold:
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C. To provide guidance to the review authority pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title planning commission, the development plan review board and the city council in the subsequent review of building plans as noted in the plan review and plan disposition procedures.

SECTION XX. Chapter 18.524 Article V Plan Review and Disposition is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.524.380 Review Requirements – Development plans.

18.524.390 Precise plan review requirements.

18.524.400 Plan Disposition.

SECTION 147. Chapter 18.524 Article II Land Use Development Plan is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.524.130. Conditional uses Accessory structures.

SECTION 144. Section 18.524.100. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.524.100. Incidental uses.

Incidental uses in Specific Plan No. 15 are as follows:
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C. Other uses similar to those stated in subsections A and B which the director of community development or their designee plan review board finds consistent with the spirit and intent of this specific plan.

SECTION 145. Section 18.524.110. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.524.110. Accessory uses permitted.

The following uses are permitted when they are accessory to the primary permitted uses. , and when their location and design has first been recommended and approved by the development plan review board as consistent with the spirit and intent of the specific plan. …
E. Other accessory uses of a similar nature which the director of community development or their designee plan review board finds consistent with the spirit and intent of this specific plan.

SECTION 146. Section 18.524.120. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.524.120. Temporary uses.

Temporary uses in Specific Plan No. 15 are as follows:

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A. Model homes, real estate offices and parking compounds associated with the sale of residential homes, subject to approval by the planning division development plan review board only; SECTION 147. Section 18.524.120. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.524.130. Conditional uses Accessory structures.

A. Accessory structures shall be reviewed and approved pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title. Unless otherwise provided in accordance with Section 18.12.050, conditional uses shall include, but not be limited to, landscape components such as cabanas and cantilevered and retaining wallsupported patios, decks, swimming pools, tennis courts and other such structures, as may be determined by the director of community development, which are determined to be similar and not more obnoxious or detrimental than the foregoing. The determination of the director of community development may be appealed to the development plan review board and thereafter to the city council in accordance with Section 18. 12.070.

B. Unless otherwise provided in accordance with Section 18.12.050, conditional structures must be approved by the development plan review board. The action of the development plan review board shall be final unless appealed in accordance with Section 18.12.070.

SECTION 148. Section 18.524.180. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.524.180. Setbacks.
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Setbacks for accessory structures shall be as established by the development plan review board, but no less than five feet to the side or rear yard property line.

SECTION 149. Section 18.524.210. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.524.210. Grading design.

Grading of this site shall conform to the standards set forth in this section. Construction grading permits shall not be issued unless the grading plans have first been reviewed and approved by the planning division unless associated with a development at which, it shall be subject to review pursuant to Chapter 18.12. director of community services and the director of community development.
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B. Planning Areas I, II, and III. Grading is permitted under the following guidelines:
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4. Maximum vertical height of cuts or fills, exposed or retained by walls, shall not exceed the requirements as listed in subdivision (2) of this subsection, except when necessary to provide circulation access, or when an alternate is approved by the a director’s review pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title.development plan review board. …

8. Prior to the issuance of a grading permit, the developer shall submit a tree removal plan for review and approval pursuant to Chapter 18.162 of this title. by the development plan review board indicating trees with trunks six inches in diameter or larger to be removed.

SECTION 150. Section 18.524.280. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.524.280. Landscaping.
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B. Landscape Plan and Plant Materials List.

1. Prior to the issuance of building permits, a conceptual landscape plan for all developerinstalled landscape areas shall be submitted to the planning division director of community development for review and approval. The landscape plan shall include design features sensitive to maintaining solar access for each dwelling unit where possible, subject to the approval of the planning division development plan review board.

SECTION 151. Section 18.524.290. is hereby amended to read as follows:

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18.524.290. Signs.

Prior to installation of any sign, a sign program shall be reviewed and approved pursuant to Chapter 18.152 of this title
submitted to director of community development or their designee development plan review board for review and approval. The sign program shall show signs drawn to scale, dimensioned and easily readable, containing but not limited to, the following:

SECTION 152. Section 18.524.300. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.524.300. Lighting.

All public streets shall be provided with a level of street lighting designed to protect the health, safety and welfare of those living within the development. Street lights shall be mounted on city standard electroliers. Prior to the installation of any lighting or other developer-installed community lighting other than street lighting, a general lighting plan shall be submitted to the planning division development plan review board for review and approval. Further, street lighting engineering data shall be approved by the planning division director of community services.

SECTION 153. Section 18.524.310. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.524.310. Fencing.

A fencing restrictions plan is included in Exhibit C which indicates the general areas where fences are prohibited. The purpose of this plan is to prohibit the arbitrary placement of fences on visible slopes of the hillside areas. Prior to the issuance of grading permits, a community fencing plan shall be submitted to the planning division development plan review board for review and approval.

The community fencing plan shall clearly indicate the location, height, type of materials and color selections to be utilized for fencing. Areas prohibited from fencing shall be indicated on the community fencing plan. Homeowner installed fencing shall be reviewed and approved by the director of community development.

SECTION 154. Section 18.524.320. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.524.320. Patio or deck areas.

All development plans shall show a patio or deck area on each hillside lot where appropriate.

Unless required as a condition of approval, a developer shall not be required, pursuant to this section, to install a patio or deck area. However, any persons wishing to install a patio or deck area shall do so in accordance with Chapter 18.12 of this title. a development plan approved by the director of community development and the development plan review board. The development plan shall provide for the installation of the patio or deck area by one or more of the following methods. (a) cut/fill; (b) retaining wall(s); (c) cantilevered deck(s); (d) at-grade construction. The planning commission shall be resolution adopt standards and findings governing the designation and installation of patio or deck areas.

SECTION 155. Section 18.524.330. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.524.330. Purpose.

SECTION 156. Section 18.524.380. is hereby amended to read as follows:

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18.524.380. Review requirements – Development plans.

A. Before any grading or construction for residential development is undertaken on any lot or parcel within the Specific Plan No. 15 area, development plans shall be reviewed and approved pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title. Before any grading for residential development is undertaken on any lot or parcel within Specific Plan No. 15, unless otherwise provided in accordance with Section 18.12.050, development plans for any planning area shall be submitted for review and approval by the development plan review board and planning commission, pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 18.12. Development plans shall consist of the following:

1. A scaled plot plan or site plan;

2. Conceptual architectural floor plans and elevations where applicable;

3. Conceptual landscaping plan.

B. Unless otherwise provided in accordance with Section 18.12.050, all development plans shall be subject to final review and approval by the development plan review board and thereafter the planning commission, unless appealed to the city council in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 18.212.

C. In addition to the standard development plan findings, the development plan review board, the planning commission and the city council, in approving a development plan for any lot or lots in Specific Plan No. 15, shall make the following findings:

1. The proposed improvements will maintain or enhance the existing character and purpose of Specific Plan No. 15;

2. Structures and appurtenances are sited in a manner that minimizes visual impact and disturbance to the natural terrain and are in conformance with the intent of Specific Plan No. 15;

3. The architectural character, style and use of materials harmonize with the natural setting.

SECTION XX. Section 18.524.390. shall be deleted in its entirety:
§ 18.524.390 Precise plan review requirements.

A. The applicant shall submit four sets of scaled plans to the planning department which shall include the following where applicable:

1. Precise grading plan;

2. Signing plan;

3. Fencing plan;

4. Lighting plan;

5. Landscaping plan;

6. Architectural floor plans and elevations.

Precise plans shall be reviewed and approved by the development plan review board only.

Appeals are subject to the provisions of Section 18.12.070 (C).

B. The development plan review board shall make the findings in accordance with Section 18.12.060.

SECTION XX. Section 18.524.400. shall be deleted in its entirety:
§ 18.524.400 Plan disposition.

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acceptance by the city. Upon receipt of the recommendation from the planning commission, the city council shall approve, conditionally approve, or disapprove the tentative tract map.

B. Within thirty days after submission of development plans, the development plan review board shall consider the plans, and shall recommend approval, conditional approval or disapproval of the plans with any conditions deemed necessary to protect the public health, safety and general welfare. Appeals shall be subject to provisions outlined in Section 18.524.380 (A).

D. Amendments to Approved Plans. Development plans and precise plans may be amended by the same procedure provided for approval. Minor modifications, which do not substantially change the concept of an approved development plan or precise plan may be approved by the director of community development and reported to the development plan review board.

SECTION 159. Section 18.526.090. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.526.090. Development standards.

The following department standard shall apply:
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N. Graded Design.

1. No grading permit shall be issued unless a grading plan and drainage plan has first been submitted for review and approval by the planning division unless associated with a development at which, it shall be subject to review pursuant to Chapter 18.12. development plan review board based upon the recommendation from the directors of community development and community services;
P. Tree Removal Plan. Prior to the issuance of a grading permit, the developer shall submit a tree removal plan for review and approval pursuant to Chapter 18.162 of this title. by the development plan review board. Tree six inches in diameter or larger are to be identified on the tree removal plan.

The trees shall be replaced with trees of a similar character in a ratio of three tree replaced for each tree removed, minimum of twenty-four inch box.

SECTION 160. Section 18.526.120. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.526.120. Plan review and disposition.

A. Before any grading or construction for residential development is undertaken on any lot or parcel within the Specific Plan No. 13 area, development plans shall be reviewed and approved pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title Review Requirements. Unless otherwise provided in accordance with Section 18.12.050, before any building or structure is erected on any lot or parcel in Specific Plan No. 16, a development plan and conceptual landscape plan shall be submitted for review and approval to the development plan review board and the planning commission, pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 18.12. The signing, fencing and lighting plans, all final plans including landscaping architectural plans as noted in the architectural guidelines and minor additions shall be subject to final review and approval by the development plan review board unless appealed in accordance with Section 18.12.070.

The proposed improvements will maintain or enhance the existing character and purpose of Specific Plan No. 16.

Prior to submitting development plans, the applicant may meet with city planning and engineering staff members to discuss and review the general purpose and objectives of the specific plan in relation to any development concepts proposed by the applicant.

C. The applicant shall submit six sets of the scaled plans to the department of community development which shall include the following:

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3. Lighting;

4. Landscaping;

5. Architectural plans.

These plans shall be required in addition to required site plan and tentative tract map submittals.

D. Within thirty days after submission of the signing, fencing, lighting, landscaping, and architectural plans as described in subsection C, the development plan review board shall consider the plans, and shall approve, conditionally approve or disapprove the plans with any conditions deemed necessary to protect the public health, safety and general welfare.

E. Required site plans and tentative tract map submittals shall be considered by the development plan review board on an advisory basis to the planning commission within thirty days.

The thirty-day time limit may be extended upon the consent of the applicant. The planning commission shall consider the plans and approval, conditional approval or disapproval based upon the public health, safety and general welfare. The decision of the planning commission shall be final unless that decision is appealed to the city council, provided that the decision shall be automatically appealed to the city council if the decision of the planning commission is by less than the unanimous vote of all the members present and participating.

F. Plans may be amended by the same procedure provide for approval. Minor modifications which do not substantially change the concept of an approved development plan may be approved by the development plan review board.

SECTION 161. Section 18.526.130. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.526.130. Purpose.

SECTION XX. Chapter 18.528 Article V Plan Review and Disposition is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.528.380 Review Requirements – Development plans.

18.528.390 Precise plan review requirements.

18.528.400 Plan Disposition.

SECTION 162. Section 18.528.050. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.528.050. Area I – Service station use.

The purpose of Area I is to provide for the aesthetically pleasing development for service station use to serve the needs of the community and its citizens. It is further provided that development of a service station is in a manner ensuring compatible use of land, encouraging creative and imaginative site planning and ensuring integrated design and control of design. …
C. Prohibited Uses.
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9. Other uses inconsistent with the intent and provisions of this zone, as determined by the director of community development, in accordance with Section 18192.040. The determination of the director of community development may be appealed to the city planning commission development plan review board and, thereafter, the city council in accordance with Chapter 18.192.

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SECTION 163. Section 18.528.090. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.528.090. Area I – Service station.

Development standards in Area I are as follows:
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D. Building Height. No building or structure erected in this area shall exceed twenty feet.

Exceptions to this may be approved by the director of community development or their designee plan review board, up to twenty-five percent.

SECTION 164. Section 18.528.105. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.528.105. Area III – Open space use.
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C. Building/ Structural Setbacks:

1. For the cellular telephone transceiver facility, setbacks shall be determined by the director of community development or their designee development plan review board.

D. Height. For the cellular telephone transceiving facility, structures shall not exceed a height of fifteen feet above existing grade, or as otherwise approved by the director of community development or their designee development plan review board, not to exceed twenty-five feet in total height.

E. Landscaping.

1. Prior to development of the cellular telephone transceiving facility, a landscape plan shall be submitted for review and approval by the director of community development or their designee development plan review board.
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G. Design Requirements. All structures shall be constructed, maintained, designed and painted to blend with the natural terrain, as approved by the director of community development or their designee development plan review board.

SECTION 165. Section 18.528.140. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.528.140. Grading.

All graded slopes are to be contoured and blended to harmonize the natural slopes. …
F. Any off-site excavation of dirt to fill this property, if the dirt is coming from the Via Verde area or other parts of the city will require the submittal of a grading and precise plan for review and approval by the hillside development committee and the planning division unless associated with a development at which, it shall be subject to review pursuant to Chapter 18.12. development plan review board prior to the issuance of grading permits for the project.

SECTION 166. Section 18.528.170. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.528.170. Review requirements – Development plans.

A. Before any grading or construction is undertaken on any lot or parcel within the Specific Plan No. 17 area, development plans shall be reviewed and approved pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title. Before any grading for development is undertaken on any lot or parcel within the Specific Plan No. 17 area, development plans for any planning area shall be submitted for review and approval by the development plan review board pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 18.12 and the plan disposition procedure.

Development plans shall consist of the following:

1. A scaled plot plan or site plan;

2. Conceptual architectural floor plans and elevations where applicable;

3. Rough grading plan;

4. Conceptual landscaping plan.

B. All development plans shall be subject to final review and approval by the development plan review board unless appealed to the city council in accordance with Section 18.12.070. The

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decision of the development plan review board shall be final unless that decision is appealed to the city council under one of the following conditions:

1. Appeal by the applicant for review and approval by the city council.

C. In addition to the standard development plan findings the development plan review board, in approving a development plan for any lot or lots in Specific Plan No. 17 shall make the following findings:

1. The proposed improvements will maintain or enhance the existing character and purpose of Specific Plan No. 17;

2. Structures and appurtenances are sited in a manner that minimizes visual impact and disturbance, to the natural terrain and are in conformance with the intent of Specific Plan No. 17;

3. The architectural character, style, and use of materials harmonize with the natural setting, if applicable.

E. If CalTrans does not allow grading of their property, the provisions in subsection C of this section shall be waived. Reference to the landscaping requirements shall be waived on the CalTrans property only. All other requirements shall remain in effect.

SECTION XXX. Section 18.528.180 shall be deleted in its entirety:
§ 18.528.180Precise plan review requirements.

A. The applicant shall submit four sets of scaled plans to the planning department which shall include the following where applicable:

1. Precise grading plan;

2. Signing plan;

3. Fencing plan;

4. Lighting plan;

5. Landscaping plan;

6. Architectural floor plans and elevations.

B. Precise plans shall be reviewed and approved by the development plan review board only.

Appeals are subject to the provisions of Section 18.12.070(C). The development plan review board shall make the findings in accordance with Section 18.12.060.

SECTION XXX. Section 18.528.190 shall be deleted in its entirety:
§ 18.528.190 Plan disposition.

A. Within thirty days after submission of development plans, the development plan review board shall consider the plans and shall approve, conditionally approve, or disapprove the plans with any conditions deemed necessary to protect the public health, safety and general welfare. Appeals shall be subject to the provisions outlined in Section 18.528.180.

B. Within thirty days after submission of precise plans, the development plan review board shall consider the plans and shall approve, conditionally approve or disapprove the plans. Appeals shall be in accordance with the provisions of Section 18.12.070(C).

C. Amendments to Approved Plans. Development plans and precise plans may be amended by the same procedure provided for approval. Minor modifications, which do not substantially change the concept of an approved development plan or precise plan may be approved by the director of community development and reported to the development plan review board.

SECTION 169. Section 18.530.060. is hereby amended to read as follows:

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18.530.060. Permitted use.

Permitted uses in area I of Specific Plan No. 18 are as follows:

A. any retail, other than auto and truck sales, or service business, which is conducted entirely within a totally enclosed building, provided that no business involves manufacture, fabrication or wholesaling, secondary and incidental to another permitted use unless it has received prior written approval from the director of community development upon finding that it is not more obnoxious or detrimental to the public health, safety and welfare than any other permitted use. The determination of the director of community development may be appealed to the planning commission development plan review board and, thereafter, the city council in accordance with Chapter 18.212; …
E. Uses which are directly related to the needs of freeway travelers and which are dependent on large traffic volume including, but not limited to, department stores, minor commercial uses related, secondary and incidental to an otherwise permitted use, and similar freeway oriented uses which may be approved by the director of community development upon finding that they are not more obnoxious or detrimental to the public health, safety and welfare than any other permitted uses. The determination of the director of community development may be appealed to the planning commission development plan review board and, thereafter, the city council in accordance with Chapter 18.212; SECTION 170. Section 18.530.120. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.530.120. Prohibited uses.

Prohibited uses in area II of Specific Plan No. 18 are as follows:
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G. Other uses inconsistent with the intent and provisions of this zone, as determined by the director of community development, in accordance with Section 18.192.040. The determination of the director of community development may be appealed to the planning commission development plan review board and thereafter, the city council in accordance with Chapter 18.192.

SECTION 171. Section 18.530.124. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.530.124. Permitted use.

Permitted uses in area III of Specific Plan No. 18 are as follows:

A. Any retail, other than auto and truck sales, or service business, which is conducted entirely within a totally enclosure building, provided that no business involves manufacture, fabrication or wholesaling, secondary and incidental to another permitted use unless it has received prior written approval from the director of community development upon finding that it is not more detrimental to the public health, safety and welfare than any other permitted use. The determination of the director of community development may be appealed to the planning commission development plan review board and, thereafter, the city council in accordance with Chapter 18.212; …
E. Uses which are directly related to the need of freeway travelers and which are dependent on large traffic volume including, but not limited to, department stores, minor commercial uses related, secondary and incidental to an otherwise permitted use, and similar freeway oriented uses which may be approved by the director of community development upon finding that they are not more obnoxious or detrimental to the public health, safety and welfare than any other permitted uses. The determination of the director of community development may be appealed to the planning commission development plan review board and, thereafter, the city council in accordance with Chapter 18.212; SECTION 172. Section 18.530.140. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.530.140. Area I – Community commercial center.

Development standards in area I of Specific Plan No. 18 are as follows:
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D. Building Height. No building or structure erected in this area shall exceed thirty feet.

Exceptions to this may be approved by the director of community development or their designee plan review board, up to twenty-five percent;

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G. Outside Storage. There shall be no outside storage of any materials at any time on the property. Further, no parking of commercial vehicles, except for loading and unloading purposes, except as approved by the planning commission development plan review board; SECTION 173. Section 18.530.150. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.530.150. Area II – Corporate Office park.

Development standards in area II of Specific Plan No. 18 are as follows:
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F. Signs. Signs shall be reviewed pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title. Free-standing, low silhouette, double-faced, or single-faced signs identifying the office building shall be permitted pursuant to the following conditions:

1. One square foot of sign area shall be permitted for each lineal foot of building frontage.

Maximum sign area permitted shall not exceed one hundred square feet per face;

2. Not more than one such double-faced or single-faced sign may be installed on a street frontage, and the sign may be installed within the required setback if it does not present a hazard to vehicular traffic;

3. The height shall be determined by the director of community development, subject to his or her finding that the height limit established is sufficient based on the suitability of the sign for communication purposes and upon the sign's architectural compatibility to the structure it serves. Maximum height shall be ten feet;

4. Directional signs shall be permitted pursuant to the following conditions:
a. One exterior directory sign shall be permitted at each main building entrance not to exceed sixteen square feet,
b. Directory signs shall be five feet in height maximum;

5. Nameplate identifying the name of a business occupying each office space is permitted, not to exceed one square foot per occupant;

6. Building mounted signs may be provided subject to the following conditions:
a. Building wall signs, no part of which shall extend above the highest part of the wall to which it is affixed, shall be mounted flush to the building wall, b. Maximum sign area for all building wall signs shall not exceed one hundred fifty square feet per building,
c. Design, sign area and location are subject to review and approval by the development plan review board pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 18.12 of this title.

G. Outside Storage. There shall be no outside storage of any materials at any time on the property. Further, no parking of commercial vehicles, except for loading and unloading purposes, except as approved by the planning commission development plan review board.

SECTION 174. Section 18.530.152. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.530.152. Area III – Highway commercial center.

Development standards in area III of this specific plan are as follows:
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D. Building Height. No building or structure erected in this area shall exceed thirty feet.

Exceptions to this may be approved by the director of community development or their designee plan review board up to twenty-five percent.
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G. Outdoor Storage. There shall be no outside storage of any materials at any time on the property. Further, no parking of commercial vehicles, except for loading and unloading purposes, except as approved by the planning commission development plan review board.

SECTION 175. Section 18.530.170. is hereby amended to read as follows:

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18.530.170. Review requirements – Development plans.

A. Before any grading or construction for residential development is undertaken on any lot or parcel within the Specific Plan No. 18 area, development plans shall be reviewed and approved pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title. Before any grading for development is undertaken on any lot or parcel within the Specific Plan No. 18 area, development plans for any planning area shall be submitted for review and approval by the development plan review board pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 18.12 and the plan disposition procedure. Development plans shall consist of the following:

1. A scaled plot plan or site plan;

2. Conceptual architectural floor plans and elevations where applicable;

3. Rough grading plan;

4. Conceptual grading plan;

5. Conceptual landscaping plan.

B. All development plans shall be reviewed by the development plan review board which shall consider the plans, and shall approve, conditionally approve or disapprove the plans with any conditions deemed necessary to protect the public health, safety and general welfare. The decision of the development plan review board shall be final unless the decision is appealed to the city council in accordance with Section 18.12.070.

C. In addition to the standard development plan findings, the development plan review board, in approving a development plan for any lot or lots in Specific Plan No. 18 shall make the following findings:

1. The proposed improvements will maintain or enhance the existing character and purpose of Specific Plan No. 18;

2. The architectural character, style and use of materials harmonize with the natural setting, if applicable.

E. Amendments to Approved Plans. Development plans may be amended by the same procedure provided for approval. Minor modifications, which do not substantially change the concept of an approved development plan may be approved by the director of community development and reported to the development plan review board.

SECTION 176. Section 18.532.070. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.532.070. Uses permitted.

Buildings, structures, and land shall be used and buildings and structures shall hereafter be erected, structurally altered, or enlarged only for the following uses, plus such other uses as the director or community development services determines to be similar and not more obnoxious or detrimental to the public health, safety and welfare, in accordance with the findings set forth in Section

18.192.040. The determination of the director may be appealed to the planning commission development plan review board and, thereafter the city council pursuant to Chapter 18.192. All uses and storage shall be conducted within a totally enclosed building.

SECTION 177. Section 18.532.190. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.532.190. Signage.

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In addition to signage permitted by Chapter 18.152, an entry monument sign may be permitted subject to the approval pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title. of the development plan review board and in accordance with the center’s master sign program.

SECTION 178. Section 18.532.210. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.532.210. Architecture.

Structures shall be designed utilizing an Early California architecture design and shall be approved by the review authority pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title. development plan review board. The use of wood and/ or stucco is preferred for the exterior.

SECTION 179. Section 18.532.230. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.532.230. Uses permitted - Generally.

Buildings, structures and land shall hereafter be erected, structurally altered or enlarged only for the following uses, plus other uses as the director of community development services determines to be similar and not more obnoxious or detrimental to the public health, safety and welfare, in accordance with the findings set forth in Section 18.192.040. The determination of the director may be appealed to the planning commission development plan review board and, thereafter, the city council pursuant to Chapter 18.192. All uses and storage shall be conducted within a totally enclosed building unless otherwise permitted.

SECTION 180. Section 18.532.240. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.532.240. Permitted uses.

Uses permitted in Area II shall include those businesses listed in this section which operate in compliance with the intent and standards of this district. Each business shall be evaluated in terms of its operational characteristics and specific site location. …
O. Other uses which are consistent with the intent and provisions of the specific plan, as determined by the director of community development services, in accordance with Section

SECTION 181. Section 18.532.250. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.532.250. Conditional uses.
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L. Other uses which are consistent with the intent and provisions of the specific plan, as determined by the director of community development services, in accordance with Section

SECTION 182. Section 18.532.260. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.532.260. Prohibited Uses.

The following uses are prohibited in Specific Plan No. 20, Area II:
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S. Other uses which are inconsistent with the intent and provisions of the zone, as determined by the director of community development services, in accordance with Section 18.192.040. The determination of the director of community development services may be appealed to the planning commission development plan review board and thereafter the city council in accordance with Chapter 18.212 of this title.

SECTION 183. Section 18.532.350. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.532.350. Signage.

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In addition to signage permitted by Chapter 18.152, an entry monument sign may be permitted subject to the approval pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title. of the development plan review board and in accordance with the center’s master sign program.

SECTION 184. Section 18.532.370. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.532.370. Architecture.

A. Due to the highly visible location of this site, a common architectural theme is encouraged to provide a high quality product. Structures shall be designed utilizing an Early California architecture design and shall be approved by the review authority pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title. development plan review board. The use of wood and/or stucco is preferred for the exterior. …
D. Architectural and design treatment illustrations are included in this chapter as examples to be used in designing within this specific plan area. Final review and approval shall be by the review authority pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title development plan review board.

SECTION 185. Section 18.532.430. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.532.430. Entry treatments.

All driveway entrances along Arrow Highway shall incorporate a stamped/decorative concrete treatment. Additional entry treatment may be required by the review authority pursuant to Chapter

18.12 of this title. development plan review board.

SECTION 186. Section 18.532.460. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.532.460. Outdoor display/ storage areas.

Outdoor display and/or storage areas may be permitted when incidental and secondary to a permitted use subject to review and approval by the director of community development development plan review board. The uses shall not be located or operated in such a manner as to be detrimental to the visual quality of the primary use nor the negatively impact adjacent properties by means of noise, odor, appearance or other characteristics. In approving the display or storage area, the director of community development development plan review board may impose buffers consisting of decorative walls, landscaping, or combinations thereof to mitigate any perceived impacts.

SECTION 187. Section 18.532.480. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.532.480. Walls.

A. Required Walls. Solid decorative masonry walls shall be erected on the zone boundary line between Area I and II, and adjacent to any residentially zoned district. Walls should be not less than six feet nor more than eight feet in height and shall be reduced to not less than three feet in height in any required yard abutting a street. Additional walls may be required by the director of community development plan review board as part of the approval process.

SECTION 188. Section 18.532.500. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.532.500. Plan review and disposition.

A. A development plan review will be required. No person shall construct any building or structure, or relocate, rebuild, alter, enlarge, or modify any existing building or structure, until a development plan has been reviewed and approved in accordance with the provisions of Chapter

18.12. B. Prior to formal application to the development plan review board, the applicant may request that the board review and approve a conceptual design for the project. Application for conceptual design review shall be accompanied by the followings:

1. scaled site plan;

2. Conceptual architectural floor plans and elevations;

3. A preliminary grading plan;

4. A conceptual landscape plan;

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5. Breakdown of land uses: i.e., parking (compact vs. regular), floor area(s), coverage(s), landscape coverage, etc.;

6. Written description of proposed uses.

C. Prior to the submittal to the development plan review board, applicants are encouraged to meet with city staff for informal review and comments regarding city development policies and standards. Such meetings can serve to reduce expenditures of time and money through the development process.

SECTION 189. Section 18.534.140. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.534.140. Tentative site plan.

A copy of the proposed site plan has been included with this specific plan as Exhibit B to indicate how the specific plan is intended to be implemented by the applicant. Any modifications within the scope of Specific Plan No. 21 to the proposed plan will be determined via the city’s standard development plan review board process.

SECTION 190. Section 18.534.170. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.534.170. Use subject to conditional use permits.

Uses subject to conditional use permits are as follows:
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B. The following uses may be permitted subject to a conditional use permit pursuant to Chapter 18.200:
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16. Tasting rooms providing on-site alcoholic beverage tastings and the sale of alcoholic beverages for off-site consumption provided that the alcoholic beverage is produced on the premises. Tasting rooms may include other ancillary activities to the tastings such as food trucks and live entertainment, provided that all uses are secondary and incidental to the manufacturing component and that, prior to their commencement, a site plan approved by the planning division development plan review board is obtained for any outdoor activities and a live entertainment permit from the license and permit hearing board is obtained for any live entertainment.

SECTION 200. Section 18.534.240. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.534.240. Signage.

In addition to signage permitted by Chapter 18.152, entry monumentation may be permitted subject to the approval pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title. of the development plan review board.

SECTION 201. Section 18.534.260. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.534.260. Architecture.

A. A common architectural theme is encouraged to provide a high-quality project. Structures shall be designed utilizing concrete tilt-up construction and shall be approved by the review authority pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title. development plan review board. …
D. Architectural and design treatment illustrations are included as examples to be used in designing within this specific plan area. Final review and approval shall be by the development plan review board.

SECTION 202. Section 18.534.340. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.534.340. Outdoor display/ storage area.

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odor, appearance or other characteristic. The uses shall not encroach into any required parking, loading or maneuvering areas. In approving the display or storage area the director of community development development plan review board may impose buffers consisting of decorative block walls, landscaping or combinations thereof to mitigate any perceived impacts.

SECTION 203. Section 18.534.360. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.534.360. Walls.

A. Required Walls. To screen truck areas, and storage where allowed, interior walls may be required by the director of community development or their designee development plan review board as part of the approval process. The walls shall be solid concrete tilt-up or decorative masonry walls.

The height of the walls shall be governed by the viewshed from the surrounding area, which shall take into consideration the height of the tallest truck and other such factors as may be appropriate.

All screen walls shall be architecturally compatible with the buildings within the project and shall incorporate vertical landscaping such as vines, trees and shrubbery adjacent to them facing the public right-of-ways to provide visual relief from the horizontal expanse.

SECTION 204. Section 18.534.500. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.534.500. Plan review and disposition.

A. A development plan review shall be required. No person shall construct any building or structure, or relocate, rebuilt, alter, enlarge or modify any existing building or structure, until a development plan has been reviewed and approved in accordance with the provisions of Chapter

C. Prior to any submittal to the development plan review board, applicants shall submit the above items to city staff for informal review and comments regarding city development policies and standards. Such meetings will serve to reduce expenditures of time and money through the development process.

SECTION 205. Section 18.536.060. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.536.060. Special conditions.
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B. The common open space area shall contain a variety of amenities to provide for the interests of all residents and shall include, but not limited to, equestrian facilities, a pool, jacuzzi recreation hall, and gazebo with barbeques and a sand volleyball court, subject to approval of the director of community development or their designee development plan review board pursuant to Section 18.536.340.

SECTION 206. Section 18.536.110. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.536.110. Accessory uses.

Accessory uses in Specific Plan No. 22 are as follows:
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D. Other uses similar to those stated in this section which the director of community development plan review board finds consistent with the spirit and intent of this specific plan.

SECTION 207. Section 18.536.120. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.536.120. Accessory structures.

Unless otherwise provided in accordance with Section 18.12.050, the following structures are permitted when they are accessory to the primary permitted uses. and when their location and design have first been reviewed and approved by the development plan review board. …

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E. Other accessory uses of a similar nature which the director of community development plan review board finds consistent with the spirit and intent of this specific plan.

SECTION 208. Section 18.536.130. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.536.130. Temporary uses.

Temporary Uses in Specific Plan No. 22 are as follows:

A. Model homes, real estate offices and parking compounds associated with the sale of residential homes, subject to approval by the planning division development plan review board only; SECTION 209. Section 18.536.160. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.536.160. Lot dimensions, setbacks and unit sizes.

The design intent is to provide buildable home sites with minimum lot sizes of five thousand five hundred square feet, permitted in conjunction with permanent preservation of open space. …
D. Side Yard Setbacks.
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2. Setbacks for accessory structures shall be as established by development plan review board but no less than five feet to the side or rear yard property lines.

SECTION 210. Section 18.536.200. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.536.200. Landscaping.
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F. The development plan shall provide for the protection of mature trees (trunk diameter of four inches or larger) in place. In the event that the review authority pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title development plan review board determines protection in place is feasible, then one of the following shall occur: oak trees shall be relocated on site, all other trees may be removed, but a tree of like species and size shall be installed elsewhere on site.

SECTION 211. Section 18.536.210. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.536.210. Signs.

Prior to installation of any sign, a sign program shall be submitted to the review authority pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title development plan review board for review and approval. The sign program shall show signs drawn to scale, dimensioned and easily readable, containing, but not limited to, the following:

SECTION 212. Section 18.536.220. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.536.220. Lighting.

SECTION 213. Section 18.536.230. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.536.230. Walls and fences.
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B. A community fencing plan shall be submitted to the planning division development plan review board for review and approval. The community fencing plan shall clearly indicate the location, height, type of materials and color selections to be utilized for fencing. Areas prohibited from fencing shall be indicated on the community fencing plan. Homeowner-installed fencing shall be per the specific plan and must be reviewed and approved by the planning division department.

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SECTION 214. Section 18.536.300. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.536.300. Purpose.

SECTION 215. Section 18.536.350. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.536.350. Plan review and disposition.

A. Unless otherwise provided in accordance with Section 18.12.050, no person shall construct any building or structure, relocate, rebuild, alter, enlarge or modify any existing building or structure until a development plan has been reviewed and approved in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 18.12.

B. Prior to a formal request to the development plan review board, the application may request that the board review and approve a conceptual design for the project. Application for conceptual design review shall be accompanied by the following:

1. A scaled site plan;

2. Conceptual architectural floor plans and elevations;

3. A preliminary grading plan;

4. A conceptual landscape plan;

5. A breakdown of land uses: i.e. parking (compact vs. regular), floor area(s), coverage(s), landscape coverage, etc.;

6. Written description of proposed uses.

C. Prior to any submittal to the development plan review board, applicants are encouraged to meet with the city staff for informal review and comments regarding city development policies and standards. Such meetings can serve to reduce expenditures of time and money through the development process.

SECTION 217. Section 18.538.110. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.538.110. Planning area I – Mixed Use – Residential/Industrial.

T The Mixed Use - Residential/Industrial area is uniquely suited for residential, specialized light industrial and business uses. The Mixed Use area is intended to allow for residential projects and careful combination of high quality light industrial, warehousing, passive commercial, office and business uses, developed separately on each block. The minimum parcel size for residential development shall be three acres and shall not be combined with industrial uses. The industrial development may be a single, high quality user, or as a high quality, amenity oriented, architecturally sophisticated business park.

A. Permitted Uses. Limited light industrial, general business, office, passive commercial, and multi-family residential uses as set forth below. Each use shall be evaluated in terms of its operational characteristics and development plan in respect to the potential relationship with the adjoining residential neighborhood.

Buildings, structures, and land shall be used, and buildings and structures shall be altered or enlarged only for those uses specified herein. In addition, those uses the approving body may deem as similar but not more obnoxious or detrimental to the public health, safety and general welfare as those listed below may be permitted pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 18.12 of this title. All uses shall be conducted within a totally enclosed building, except as permitted by a conditional use permit. …

15. Other similar uses which the director of community development plan review board finds compatible and similar to the permitted uses described here, subject to a determination of use pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title.
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C. The following residential and industrial uses have their own development standards as follows:

1. Development Standards. The following standards shall apply to all improvements, structures and uses within Planning Area I for industrial uses:

1. Building setbacks.
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ii. Interior Property Lines. Interior property lines which abut residential property shall maintain a minimum fifteen foot setback. Where an interior property line abuts a nonresidential use, no setback is required. However, each project shall be required to submit illustrative line-of-site drawings to demonstrate that the project is designed sufficiently to accommodate the type of uses permitted in accordance with the development standards in this section. The review authority pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title development plan review board may require greater setbacks as deemed appropriate pursuant to protect the public health, safety and general welfare pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title. g. Architecture. Building and structural architecture shall be compatible with the surrounding towncore residential area and shall be approved by the review authority development review board pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title. Architecture shall be high quality using textures, materials, colors and architectural treatments and fixtures to accomplish the following goals:

SECTION 218. Section 18.538.150. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.538.150. Industrial general provisions.

The following standards shall apply to all developments/ improvements within Specific Plan No. 23.
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D. Walls/Fences. Walls shall be permitted and/ or required pursuant to the following provisions. All walls shall be constructed of decorative concrete tilt-up or masonry described in Definitions in this section.

1. Required Walls. Walls shall be required to screen truck and storage areas where allowed by this specific plan. Interior walls may be required by the review authority pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title development plan review board as a component of the design review process. All screening walls shall be architecturally compatible with the buildings within the project and shall incorporate vertical landscaping such as vines, trees and shrubbery. The vertical landscaping elements shall be located on the public right-of-way side to provide visual relief from the horizontal expanse. The height of the screening walls shall be governed by the view shed from the surrounding areas which shall take into consideration the height of equipment and/or trucks to be stored behind said walls.

SECTION 219. Section 18.538.160. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.538.160. Industrial review requirements.

A development plan review shall be required. No person shall construct any building or structure, or relocate, rebuilt, alter, enlarge or modify any existing building or structure, until a development plan has been reviewed and approved in accordance to the provisions of Chapter 18.12 of this title, or until a minor modification has been approved by the director of community development in accordance with the provisions of Section 18.538.170. Prior to the submittal of any formal application to the community development department development plan review board, the applicant may request an informal review and comments regarding the city development policies and standards that the board review and approve a conceptual design plan for the project. An application for conceptual design review shall be accompanied by any applicable fee and the following materials:
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Prior to any submittal to the development plan review board, applicants shall submit the above items to the city staff for informal review and comments regarding city development standards and policies.

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Such meetings will serve to reduce expenditures of time and money through the development process.

SECTION 220. Section 18.538.180. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.538.180. Appeal provisions.

The determination of the director of community development, development plan review board and/or the planning commission as applicable, may be appealed to the city council pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 18.212 of this title.

SECTION XX. Chapter 18.540 Article IX Plan Review and Disposition is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.540.800 Review Requirements – Development plans.

18.540.810 Precise plan review.

18.540.820 Plan disposition

18.540.8130 Minor modifications
SECTION 221. Section 18.540.040. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.540.040. General notes.

The project area of Specific Plan No. 24 is designated as commercial and industrial by the city general plan. All development, uses and activity shall be subject to, but not limited to, the following general provisions:
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G. Any permitted uses or conditionally permitted use not specifically provided by the San Dimas Specific plan No. 24 shall not be permitted without a determination of use by the director of community development development plan review board pursuant to provisions of Chapter 18.12 of this title; and
SECTION 222. Section 18.540.120. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.540.120. Permitted uses.

Uses permitted in Area I shall include those businesses listed in this section which operate in compliance with the intent and standards of this specific plan area. Each business shall be evaluated in terms of its operational characteristics and specific site location. …
B. Uses which are directly related to the needs of freeway travelers and which are dependent on large traffic volume, including, but not limited to, department stores, minor commercial uses related, secondary and incidental to an otherwise permitted use, and similar freeway oriented uses which may be approved by the director of community development upon finding that they are not more obnoxious or detrimental to the public health, safety and welfare than any other permitted uses.

The determination of the director of community development may be appealed to the planning commission development plan review board and, thereafter, the city council in accordance with Chapter 18.212 of this title;
SECTION 223. Section 18.540.240. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.540.240. Signage.

The provisions of Chapter 18.152 of this title shall apply. No signs shall be installed until a master sign program for the project has been approved by the review authority pursuant to Chapter

18.12 of this title development plan review board.

SECTION 224. Section 18.540.250. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.540.250. Architecture.

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A. Due to the highly visible location of this site, a common architectural theme is encouraged to provide a high quality product. Structures shall be designed utilizing a western or Early California architecture design and shall be approved by the review authority pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title plan review board. The use of wood and/or stucco is preferred for the exterior. …
D. Detailed architectural guidelines shall be prepared for final review and approval by the planning commission development plan review board prior to the granting of precise plan approvals for any development within Area I-B.

SECTION 225. Section 18.540.690. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.540.690. Entry treatments.

All driveway entrances shall incorporate decorative pavement treatment. Additional entry treatment may be required by the review authority pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title development plan review board.

SECTION 226. Section 18.540.710. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.540.710. Outdoor display/ storage areas.

Outdoor display and/or storage areas may be permitted when incidental and secondary to a permitted use subject to review and approval by the director of community development or designee development plan review board. The uses shall not be located or operated in such a manner as to be detrimental to the visual quality of the primary user nor to negatively impact adjacent properties by means of noise, odor, appearance or other characteristics. In approving the display or storage area, the director of community development or designee development plan review board may impose buffers consisting of decorative block walls, berming, landscaping, or combinations thereof to mitigate any perceived impacts.

SECTION 227. Section 18.540.760. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.540.760. Walls.

Walls shall be permitted and/or required pursuant to the following provisions. All walls shall be constructed of decorative concrete tilt-up, masonry or other approved durable material.

A. Required Walls. Walls shall be required to screen truck and storage areas where allowed by this chapter. Interior walls may be required by the the review authority pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title development plan review board as a component of the design review process. All screening walls shall be architecturally compatible with the buildings with the project and planning unit, and shall incorporate vertical landscaping such as vines, trees and shrubbery. The vertical landscaping elements shall be located on the public right-of-way side to provide visual relief from the horizontal expanse. The height of the screening walls shall be governed by the view shed from the surrounding areas which shall take into consideration the height of equipment and/or trucks to be stored behind the walls.

SECTION 228. Section 18.540.800. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.540.800. Review requirements – Development plans.

A. Before any grading or construction is undertaken on any lot or parcel within the Specific Plan No. 24 area, development plans shall be reviewed and approved pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title. Before any grading is undertaken on any lot or parcel within the Specific Plan No. 24 area, a precise plan shall be submitted for review and approval by the development plan review board, planning commission and city council.

B. Unless otherwise provided in accordance with Section 18.12.050 of this title, precise plans shall be subject to final review and approval by the development plan review board, the planning commission and the city council.

C. In addition to the standard development plan review findings, , the development plan review board, the planning commission and the city council, in approving a precise plan for any lot or lots in Specific Plan No. 24, shall make the following findings:

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1. The proposed improvements will maintain or enhance the existing character and purpose of Specific Plan No. 24, as set forth in Section 18.542.010 of this title;

2. The architectural character, style and use of materials harmonize with the natural setting, if applicable.

D. Prior to submitting development plans, the applicant shall meet with planning staff members to discuss and review the general purpose and objectives of the specific plan in relation to any development concepts proposed by the applicant.

SECTION 229. Section 18.540.810. shall be deleted in its entirety:

18.540.810. Precise plan review.

A. The applicant shall submit a minimum of four sets of scaled plans to the planning department which shall include the following, where applicable:

1. Precise grading plan and site plan;

2. Architectural floor plans and elevations;

3. Grading plan;

4. Lighting plan;

5. Conceptual landscaping plan;

6. Fencing plan;

7. Access and circulation plan;

8. Utility plan;

9. Master sign program.

B. Precise plans shall be reviewed and approved as set forth in Section 18.542.800 of this title.

C. The approving authority shall make the findings in accordance with Section 18.12.060 of this title.

SECTION 230. Section 18.540.820. shall be deleted in its entirety:

18.540.820. Plan disposition.

A. The development plan review board shall consider the plans and shall recommend to the planning commission approval, conditional approval or disapproval of the plans with any conditions deemed necessary to protect the public health, safety and general welfare.

B. The planning commission shall consider the plans and recommend to the city council approval, conditional approval or disapproval of the plans with any conditions deemed necessary to protect the public health, safety and general welfare.

C. Upon receipt of the recommendation from the planning commission, the city council shall approve, conditionally approve or disapprove the precise plan.

D. Amendments to Approved Plans. Development plans and precise plans may be amended by the same process provided for approval. Minor modifications, which do not substantially change the concept of an approved development plan or precise plan may be approved by the director of community development and the development plan review board.

SECTION XX. Section 18.540.830 is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.540.8130 Minor modifications
SECTION XX. Chapter 18.542 Article V Plan Review and Disposition is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.542.600 Review Requirements – Precise plans.

18.542.610 Review requirements – Land divisions.

18.542.620 Precise plan review requirements.

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SECTION 231. Section 18.542.140. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.542.140. Accessory uses.

Accessory uses in Planning Areas One and Two of Specific Plan No. 25 are as follows:
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F. Other uses similar to those stated which the director of community development plan review board finds consistent with the spirit and intent of this specific plan.

SECTION 232. Section 18.542.230. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.542.230. Grading.

Grading of the site shall conform to the standards set forth in this section. Construction grading shall not be issued unless the grading plans have first been reviewed and approved by the director of community development planning and city engineer, according to the terms of the applicable city approvals.
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C. Prior to the issuance of a grading permit, the developer shall submit a tree removal plan for review and approval pursuant to Chapter 18.162 of this title.by the development plan review board.

Trees six inches in diameter or larger to be removed shall be identified on the tree removal plan.

SECTION 233. Section 18.542.260. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.542.260. Setbacks.

A. Setbacks for Planning Area One shall be as follows:

1. Front Yard Setbacks. Front yard setbacks shall be a minimum of twenty feet but a lesser minimum setback may be reviewed and approved by director of community development or designee development plan review board if warranted by topographic conditions or to otherwise comply with the intent of standards set forth in this specific plan.

2. Side Yard Setbacks. Side yard setbacks shall be a minimum of twenty-five feet combined but a lesser minimum setback may be reviewed and approved by the director of community development or designee development plan review board if warranted by topographic conditions or to otherwise comply with the intent of standards set forth in this specific plan.

3. Setbacks for Accessory Structures. Setbacks for accessory structures shall be as established by the director of community development or designee development plan review board, but no less than twenty feet to the side or rear yard property line but a lesser minimum setback may be reviewed and approved by the director of community development development plan review board if warranted by topographic conditions or to otherwise comply with the intent of standards set forth in this specific plan.

B. Setbacks for Planning Area Two shall be as follows:

1. Front Yard Setbacks. Front yard setbacks shall be a minimum of fifty feet but a lesser minimum setback may be reviewed and approved by director of community development or designee development plan review board if warranted by topographic conditions or to otherwise comply with the intent of standards set forth in this specific plan.

2. Side Yard Setbacks. Side yard setbacks shall be a minimum of forty feet but a lesser minimum setback may be reviewed and approved by the director of community development or designee development plan review board if warranted by topographic conditions or to otherwise comply with the intent of standards set forth in this specific plan.

3. Setbacks for Accessory Structures. Setbacks for accessory structures shall be as established by the director of community development or designee development plan review board, but no less than forty feet to the side or rear yard property line but a lesser minimum setback may be reviewed and approved by the director of community development or designee development plan review board if warranted by topographic conditions or to otherwise comply with the intent of standards set forth in this specific plan.

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SECTION 234. Section 18.542.370. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.542.370. Fencing.

A conceptual fencing plan shall be submitted which indicates the general areas where fences are permitted. The purpose of this plan is to prohibit the arbitrary placement of fences on the visible slopes of the hillside areas. Prior to the issuance of grading or building permits, a fencing plan shall be submitted to the planning division development plan review board for review and approval. The fencing plan shall clearly indicate the location, height, and type of materials and color selection to be utilized for fencing. Areas prohibited from fencing shall be indicated on the plan.

SECTION 235. Section 18.542.500. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.542.500. Purpose.

A. The purpose of the architectural guidelines is threefold:
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C. To provide guidance to the review authority pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title planning commission, the development plan review board and the city council in the subsequent review of building plans as noted in the plan review and plan disposition procedures.

SECTION 236. Section 18.542.600. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.542.600. Review requirements – Precise plans.

A. Before any grading or construction is undertaken on any lot or parcel within the Specific Plan No. 25 area, development plans shall be reviewed and approved pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title. Before any grading for residential development is undertaken on any lot or parcel within the Specific Plan No. 25 area, a precise plan shall be submitted for review and approval by the development plan review board, planning commission and city council.

B. Unless otherwise provided in accordance with Section 18.12.050, precise plans shall be subject to final review and approval by the development plan review board, the planning commission and the city council.

C. In addition to the standard development plan findings, the development plan review board, the planning commission and the city council, in approving a precise plan for any lot or lots in Specific Plan No. 25, shall make the following findings:

1. The proposed improvements will maintain or enhance the existing character and purpose of Specific Plan No. 25, as set forth in Section 18.542.010(D);

2. Structures and appurtenances are sited in a manner that minimizes visual impact and disturbance to the natural terrain and are in conformance with the intent of Specific Plan No. 25;

3. The architectural character, style and use of materials harmonize with the natural setting, if applicable.

Before any division of land is undertaken on any lot or parcel within the Specific Plan No. 25 area, a tentative parcel or tract map, pursuant to Title 17 and the State Subdivision Map Act, shall be submitted for review and approval by the development plan review board, planning commission and city council. The following additional requirements shall apply.

A. Three-dimensional model;
B. Viewshed analysis;
C. Identification of building pad locations for all proposed development, including type of foundation construction and three-dimensional building envelope. § 18.542.620Precise plan review requirements.

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A. The applicant shall submit a minimum of four sets of scaled plans to the planning department which shall include the following, where applicable:

1. Precise grading plan and site plan;

2. Architectural floor plans and elevations;

3. Grading plan;

4. Lighting plan;

5. Conceptual landscaping plan;

6. Fencing plan;

7. Access and circulation plan;

8. Utility plan;

9. Viewshed analysis;

10. Three-dimensional model.

B. Precise plans shall be reviewed and approved as set forth in Section 18.542.630.

C. The approving authority shall make the findings in accordance with Section 18.12.060. § 18.542.630Plan disposition.

C. Upon receipt of the recommendation from the planning commission, the city council shall approve, conditionally approve or disapprove the precise plan.

D. Amendments to Approved Plans. Development plans and precise plans may be amended by the same process provided for approval. Minor modifications, which do not substantially change the concept of an approved development plan or precise plan may be approved by the director of planning and reported to the development plan review board.

SECTION XX. Chapter 18.544 Article VII Plan Review and Disposition is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.544.800 Review Requirements – Development plans.

18.544.810 Precise Plan review

18. 544.820 Plan disposition.

18.544.8310. Minor modifications.

SECTION 240. Section 18.544.040. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.544.040. General notes.

The project area of Specific Plan No. 26 is designated as commercial by the city general plan (proposed amendment to mixed use) “as a Specific Plan Area for commercial and/or residential development.” All development, uses and activity shall be subject to, but not limited to, the following general provisions:
…
G. Any permitted use or conditionally permitted use not specifically provided by the San Dimas Specific Plan No. 26 shall not be permitted without a determination of use by the Community Development Department development plan review board pursuant to provisions of Chapter 18.12 of this title; and
SECTION 241. Section 18.544.110. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.544.110. Permitted uses.

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Uses permitted in Area I shall include those businesses listed in this section which operate in compliance with the intent and standards of this specific plan area. Each business shall be evaluated in terms of its operational characteristics and specific site location. …
E. Other uses. Other similar permitted and conditional uses determined by the director of community development services to be similar and not more obnoxious or detrimental to the public health, safety and welfare, in accordance with the findings as set forth in Section 18.192.040 of this title. The determination of the director may be appealed to the planning commission development plan review board and, thereafter, the city council in accordance with Chapter 18.212 of this title.

SECTION 242. Section 18.544.240. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.544.240. Signage.

The provisions of Chapter 18.152 of this title shall apply. No signs shall be installed until a master sign program for the project has been approved by the review authority pursuant to Chapter

18.12 of this title. development plan review board.

SECTION 243. Section 18.544.250. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.544.250. Architecture.

A. Theme. Due to the highly visible location of this site, a common architectural theme is encouraged to provide a high quality product. Structures shall be approved by the review authority pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title development plan review board. The use of wood and/or stucco is preferred for the exterior.

SECTION 244. Section 18.544.710. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.544.710. Entry treatments.

SECTION 245. Section 18.544.770. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.544.770. Walls.

Walls shall be permitted and/or required pursuant to the following provisions. All walls shall be constructed of decorative concrete tilt-up, masonry or other approved durable material.

A. Required Walls. Walls shall be required to screen truck and storage areas where allowed by this chapter. Interior walls may be required by the review authority pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title development plan review board as a component of the design review process. All screening walls shall be architecturally compatible with the buildings within the project and planning units, and shall incorporate vertical landscaping such as vines, trees and shrubbery. The vertical landscaping elements shall be located on the public right-of-way side to provide visual relief from the horizontal expanse. The height of the screening walls shall be governed by the view shed from the surrounding areas which shall take into consideration the height of equipment and/ or trucks to be stored behind the walls.

SECTION 246. Section 18.544.800. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.544.800. Review requirements – Development plans.

A. Before any grading or construction is undertaken on any lot or parcel within the Specific Plan No. 26 area, development plans shall be reviewed and approved pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title. Before any grading is undertaken on any lot or parcel within the Specific Plan No. 26 area, a precise plan shall be submitted for review and approval by the development plan review board, planning commission and city council.

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B. Unless otherwise provided in accordance with Section 18.12.050 of this title, precise plans shall be subject to final review and approval by the development plan review board, the planning commission and the city council.

1. The proposed improvements will maintain or enhance the existing character and purpose of Specific Plan No. 26, as set forth in Section 18.542.010 of this title;

2. The architectural character, style and use of materials harmonize with the natural setting, if applicable.

SECTION XXX. Section 18.544.810 shall be deleted in its entirety:
§ 18.544.810 Precise plan review.

A. The applicant shall submit a minimum of four sets of scaled plans to the planning department which shall include the following, where applicable:

1. Precise grading plan and site plan;

2. Architectural floor plans and elevations;

3. Grading plan;

4. Lighting plan;

5. Conceptual landscaping plan;

6. Fencing plan;

7. Access and circulation plan;

8. Utility plan;

9. Master sign program.

B. Precise plans shall be reviewed and approved as set forth in Section 18.542.800 of this title.

C. The approving authority shall make the findings in accordance with Section 18.12.060 of this title.

SECTION XXX. Section 18.544.820 shall be deleted in its entirety:
§ 18.544.820 Plan disposition.

C. Upon receipt of the recommendation from the planning commission, the city council shall approve, conditionally approve or disapprove the precise plan.

D. Amendments to Approved Plans. Development plans and precise plans may be amended by the same process provided for approval. Minor modifications, which do not substantially change the concept of an approved development plan or precise plan may be approved by the director of development services and reported to the development plan review board.

SECTION 249. Section 18.544.830. is hereby amended to read as follows:

18.544.8310. Minor modifications.

The director of community development services without public hearing may grant minor modifications to the provisions of this specific plan limited to the following:

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CITY OF SAN DIMAS

PLANNING COMMISSION

MINUTES
Regularly Scheduled Meeting
February 20, 2025, at 6:00 p.m.
245 East Bonita Avenue, City Council Chamber

PRESENT
Chairman David Bratt
Vice-Chairman John Davis
Commissioner Margie Green
Commissioner James Shirley (Arrived at 7:00 p.m.)
Commissioner Doran Barnes
Planning Manager Marco Espinoza
Assistant Planner Yasmin Dabbous
Senior Management Analyst Kimberly Neustice

CALL TO ORDER AND FLAG SALUTE
Commissioner Bratt called the regular meeting of the Planning Commission to order at 6:11 p.m. and Vice-Chairman Davis led the flag salute.

CONSENT CALENDAR
CC 1. Approve December 19, 2024 Minutes
CC 2. Approve January 16, 2025 Minutes
MOTION: Moved by Vice-Chairman Davis, seconded by Commissioner Barnes to approve the consent calendar. Motion carried 4-0-1 (Shirley absent).

PUBLIC HEARING
PH 1. Municipal Code Text Amendment 24-11; Discussion and Consideration of a Municipal Code Text Amendment to amend the City of San Dimas Municipal Code, Title 18 as necessary to Amend the process for zone changes and amendments to Title 18 and to eliminate the Development Plan Review Board.

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Staff report presented by Planning Manager Espinoza recommending Planning Commission approve Resolution PC-1692 recommending City Council adopt Municipal Code Text Amendment 24-11.

Planning Manager Espinoza pointed out some of the items that would normally go to DPRB but have been reassigned. For example, item one on Table 18.12.050, single-family residential, would typically go to the Development Plan Review Board (DPRB) but staff feels that these types of projects can be reviewed by staff. If the project was more than one home, a tract map or parcel map, then it would come to Planning Commission (PC) for review. Another example, additions on historic structures would be moved to director review, however, if the project was a designated historic structure, it would be brought to PC for review and approval. New multi-family, industrial and commercial projects would go to PC for review and approval. Master sign programs and monument signs would be reviewed by staff. By modifying the approval level, it saves the applicants time by eliminating the extensive process of DPRB.

Vice-Chairman Davis stated that he thought DPRB was also involved in the architectural review, and asked who does the architectural review if DPRB is eliminated.

Planning Manager Espinoza stated that staff would review the architectural portion.

Vice-Chairman Davis asked if staff felt comfortable reviewing the architectural portion or will a professional assist staff with this review.

Planning Manager Espinoza stated that the Planners are able to do the architectural review. Part of the hiring process for planners is to see how much they know about architectural types and features. For example, what makes a Craftsman or Colonial home. Staff would be able to review the plans as long as it’s compatible with the neighborhood.

Vice-Chairman Davis asked if the neighbors around the proposed project will still be notified.

Planning Manager Espinoza stated yes.

Vice-Chairman Davis asked who would review industrial projects.

Planning Manager Espinoza stated staff will review the project in lieu of DPRB and if approvable, they will move it forward to PC for review and approval.

Vice-Chairman Davis asked for clarification on the historic portion of the text. He stated the Historical Society has a book that references all the historic homes and asked if that is the list the text refers to.

Planning Manager Espinoza stated that the list was from the Historic Resource Survey that was done in 1991.

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Vice-Chairman Davis clarified that a designated historic structure would be like the Walker House where it has a state designation.

Planning Manager Espinoza stated that was correct. The original intent of the Historic Resource Survey from 1991 was to designate all the homes on the list historic, but after the survey was complete the ordinance never moved forward for codification and Staff doesn’t know why. Unless the city has a historic ordinance, these properties cannot be treated as designated historic structures.

Vice-Chairman Davis asked for clarification on page three of the chart, the last item states tennis courts.

Planning Manager Espinoza stated that in some of the specific plan areas it calls for tennis courts to be reviewed by DPRB, so staff added it to this table so that review and approval will apply to the entire city.

Vice-Chairman Davis recommended changing tennis courts to sports courts to cover basketball, pickle ball, etc. The intention of the code seems to be for any sport that creates noise or additional lighting for the neighbors. He feels that the neighbors should have a chance to weigh in on these items when one is being proposed.

Planning Manager Espinoza stated he is concerned that we are opening the door to accidently allow certain items, such as batting cages, which are actually prohibited in the City. He asks if staff should leave it as tennis courts or change it to sports courts.

Vice-Chairman Davis stated that he would leave it up to Staff to write the code with the intent to cover things such as pickleball which is a very noisy sport.

Planning Manager Espinoza stated that by writing this into the code it will allow Staff to add conditions to the approval to help mitigate some of these concerns, such as no active use after 10:00 p.m. or lights need to be turned off by a certain time.

Vice-Chairman Davis asked how the Homeowners Association (HOA) approval makes its way into the permit issuance process.

Planning Manager Espinoza stated that Staff requires a letter of approval from the HOA at the time of submittal. However, if the applicant argues the need for HOA approval, Staff will still take it in and could possibly approve the project. HOA codes are a civil matter between the owner and the HOA, and the City is not involved in the enforcement of the HOA codes.

Vice-Chairman Davis stated that overall, he’s ok with the MCTA but in some places of the code it references “Director” and in some areas it references “Director of Community Development”. Staff should go through the MCTA to check for consistency on terms like this.

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Commissioner Barnes stated he was able to speak with Planning Manager Espinoza earlier about some questions he had, and he was able to get some clarification. He didn’t realize that the report only included the areas of the code that was being modified and not the entire code section.

Planning Manager Espinoza stated that was correct, and wherever you see the three little dots at the end of the section, that means there’s more wordage. Staff felt that if they included more of the code, it would be too much.

Vice-Chairman Davis stated it would have been helpful to have a table of contents for the changes and he would recommend making one for City Council’s review.

Commissioner Barnes stated that on page 45 of the agenda packet there are revisions to some sections related to trees and asked if the changes being suggested in this MCTA will cause any issues with the comments the Commissioners made on the tree ordinance that is currently being worked on.

Planning Manager Espinoza stated that each section listed are individual sections. The tree preservation ordinance is the only section that Staff is proposing to modify at this time and, if needed, will be edited later when the tree ordinance comes to PC for review and approval.

Commissioner Barnes thought he saw something about caretaker units and asked if a caretaker unit is different than an ADU.

Planning Manager Espinoza stated that this item is referenced in a code section related to the M1 zone and applies to a person who lives on a commercial property to take care of the property.

Commissioner Barnes stated that he is in favor of trying to streamline the process but feels that a lot of the DPRB review authority is being shifted to Staff. He also is supportive of doing a joint study session with City Council because he feels that some of the proposed changes would be beneficial to discuss with City Council to see what their thoughts are. While some of the changes that are being shifted to staff are small, they can have larger implications than we realize.

Planning Manager Espinoza stated that he understands that there is a lot of changes in this MCTA and the thoughts on moving some of the DPRB items to different review levels might not have been vetted out enough to consider long range implications.

Commissioner Barnes stated that he believes there’s at least one new Councilmember on the City Council since this item was initiated and feels that having a joint discussion would be beneficial.

Chairman Bratt stated that boards and commissions should not be made entirely of City Staff and that community input is very beneficial.

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Planning Manager Espinoza stated that Staff hardly ever have applications submitted for the License and Permit Hearing Board, the last one was about two or three years ago and another one recently for sidewalk sales of political flags and banners. Staff was hoping that since it rarely happens, they can reassign it. Some items that require License and Permit Hearing Board approval, such as security guards or an ice cream store, should go through the regular business license process only. The section is outdated and the modifications presented were to streamline the process for typical business types.

Commissioner Barnes asked if the Planning Commission can be assigned to act as the License and Permit Hearing Board. He agrees that some of the business types are ministerial, but some are not, and need to be reviewed. He understands that this means some additional review of this section may be required but feels that the Planning Commission should be assigned this task.

Chairman Bratt stated that in the twenty years he’s been on the DPRB he hasn’t seen very many applications come through, so it isn’t critical.

Vice-Chairman Davis stated he would be ok moving the review authority to the Planning Commission.

Commissioner Green stated she sees that a lot of work has been put into this MCTA and appreciates the questions from the other Commissioners. She’s been a resident for over fifty years and a business owner, and she appreciates the effort to streamline the process. She’s been to most of the DPRB meetings over the years and sees a lot of the community showing up for some items and feels that community input is important.

Chairman Bratt asked Commissioner Barnes if he would be interested in a study session with City Council to discuss these changes.

Commissioner Barnes stated that he would be interested in a study session because he would like to understand what the thoughts of the City Council are, and added they might have some suggestions on where the review authority should lie for the various items.

Chairman Bratt opened the public hearing.

No communications were made at this time.

Chairman Bratt closed the public hearing.

Vice-Chairman Davis stated that he doesn’t really have a problem with where this MCTA is going.

He agrees that there should be a joint study session with City Council to discuss what their thoughts are on the changes. Once Staff incorporates the suggestions from Planning Commission and City Council into the MCTA, it can be brought back to Planning Commission for review and recommendation.

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Commissioner Barnes stated that he knows this MCTA needs to be done, and it will be beneficial to the City and community but some items should be looked at closer.

Chairman Bratt stated that he thinks that a starting point would be to list what the DPRB did and show that it’s moving over to the Staff, Director or Planning Commission for review authority. After that is determined, then move on to the redlining of the code.

Vice-Chairman Davis used sign programs as an example and stated that the City has a very strict sign code and as long as the applicant is meeting the code then why would you need a review board to look at it. He doesn’t have an issue moving the review authority to the Staff level, however, he doesn’t understand what exactly is being changed when it comes to the section on grading.

Planning Manager Espinoza stated that the grading section is just clarifying that the cubic feet of grading doesn’t include pools.

Commissioner Barnes stated that he sees a number of items from DPRB were shifted to the Director.

Planning Manager Espinoza stated that a lot of the hillside development items were shifted to the director because they are typically more involved.

Commissioner Shirley stated that initially when they were talking about eliminating the DPRB he understood everything was going to be transferred to Planning Commission but that doesn’t seem to be the case. He feels that a discussion needs to be had as to the major things the DPRB reviews and divided into three areas: Staff review, Director review and Planning Commission review. He feels that the document given to him for review was too cumbersome.

Vice-Chairman Davis stated he would like to try to get a consensus from the Commissioners as to which items on the chart they seemed ok with and what items they feel still needs more review.

Chairman Bratt stated that if the Commission is in agreement with some of the reassigned items, they should approve those items and move it on to City Council and it doesn’t need a study session.

Planning Manager Espinoza suggested that License and Permit Hearing Board be moved to Planning Commission for review. The Commission agrees.

Vice-Chairman Davis recommended that the Master Sign Program and Monument Signs stay at a Staff level review. The Commission agrees.

Vice-Chairman Davis recommended that modifications to historic structures should be moved from the Director to Planning Commission. The Commission agrees.

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Vice-Chairman Davis felt that someone should take a look at the historic survey and make decisions on which properties are really historic, and which should not be considered historic.

Vice-Chairman Davis recommended that single family homes can stay with the Director. The Commission did not agree. Commissioner Shirley, Commissioner Barnes and Chairman Bratt would like it to come to Planning Commission, Commissioner Green and Vice-Chairman Davis felt it is ok for Director review.

Planning Manager Espinoza suggested that by giving the Director the review authority to determine sports courts, it will save the applicant time and money by not going through the MCTA process.

Additionally, he reminded Planning Commission that they can still make a determination on the elimination of the MCTA initiation. The Commission agreed.

RESOLUTION PC-1692

A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SAN

DIMAS, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, RECOMMENDING TO THE CITY
COUNCIL APPROVAL OF MUNICIPAL CODE TEXT AMENDMENT 24-11, A REQUEST TO AMEND THE CITY OF SAN DIMAS MUNICIPAL CODE TITLE 18

AS NECESSARY TO REMOVE AND AMEND THE PROCESS FOR ZONE
CHANGES AND AMENDMENTS TO TITLE 18 AND TO ELIMINATE THE DEVELOPMENT PLAN REVIEW BOARD.

MOTION: Moved by Vice-Chairman Davis, seconded by Commissioner Barnes to approve Resolution PC-1692 recommending City Council adopt MCTA 24-11 with the following modifications:
• Approve the proposed changes in Title 18 to remove and amend the process for zone changes and amendments by removing the requirement for Planning Commission approval to initiate a Municipal Code Text Amendment.
• Move the review authority of the License and Permit Hearing Board from the Director level to Planning Commission.

Motion carried 5-0

OTHER BUSINESS
OB 1. MCTA Initiation Request to Modify Section 18.500.050 Staff report presented by Assistant Planner Dabbous recommending that the Planning Commission approve the MCTA initiation request to modify Section 18.500.050 to conditionally allow the use of “Senior Independent Living Facility with Services” within the Commercial Area (Areas 1 & 2) of Specific Plan No. 2 (SP-2).

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Commissioner Barnes asked about the massing of the project given the size of the parcel. The site looks small for the proposed use.

Planning Manager Espinoza stated that the applicant is proposing a two-story building with sub terrain parking which is similar to other buildings in the same zone.

Commissioner Barnes asked how high the building could be.

Assistant Planner Dabbous stated that the code allows the building to be two-story but could exceed two-stories with a Conditional Use Permit (CUP).

Vice-Chairman Davis asked if this building would be similar to an apartment complex where there would be a bedroom, bathroom and kitchen.

Assistant Planner Dabbous stated that they are proposing separate units with kitchens but there are also other options being proposed such as a commercial kitchen, activity rooms and a music room.

Vice-Chairman Davis asked to clarify what “elderly” is. Typically, people hear senior and think fiftyfive, but this project seems to be for those older than fifty-five. He also asked if the Planning Commission could restrict the number of occupants in the CUP.

Planning Manager Espinoza stated that the code does not specify the age requirement. For this project, it is possible that two CUP’s would be required. One for the building height, if they propose to go beyond two-story, and one for the use, so yes PC can condition the use of the building.

Vice-Chairman Davis clarified that Areas one and two do not currently allow for any residential use nor do they currently have an active residential use.

Planning Manager Espinoza stated that was correct.

Commissioner Green asked if these units would count towards our RHNA numbers and if this is considered like a hotel, would we get the bedroom tax.

Planning Manager Espinoza stated that he’s not sure and would have to look into this and get back to the Commission.

MOTION: Moved by Vice-Chairman Davis, seconded by Commissioner Shirley to initiate the Municipal Code Text Amendment for Section 18.500.050 and directed Staff to move forward with the MCTA for Area 1 of SP-2 only.

ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
a. Community Development Department

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Planning Manager Espinoza gave updates:
• There will be two items for the Planning Commission meeting in March. One will be a master bike plan that the Public Works Department put together and will present to you. The other item will be a Conditional Use Permit for AquaTots, an indoor pool for lessons and training. • Joint City Council and Planning Commission Study Session next Tuesday for the Allen Cataract project.
b. Members of the Audience
No communications were made.
c. Planning Commission
No communications were made.

ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: Commissioner Green moved, seconded by Commissioner Shirley. Motion carried 5-

0. The meeting adjourned at 8:37 p.m. to the regular Planning Commission Meeting scheduled for Thursday, March 20, 2025.
________________________________
David A. Bratt, Chairman
San Dimas Planning Commission
ATTEST:
_______________________
Kimberly Neustice
Senior Management Analyst
Approved: March 20, 2025

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CITY OF SAN DIMAS

PLANNING COMMISSION

MINUTES
Regularly Scheduled Meeting
February 20, 2025, at 6:00 p.m.
245 East Bonita Avenue, City Council Chamber

CALL TO ORDER AND FLAG SALUTE
Commissioner Bratt called the regular meeting of the Planning Commission to order at 6:11 p.m. and Vice-Chairman Davis led the flag salute.

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Vice-Chairman Davis stated that he thought DPRB was also involved in the architectural review, and asked who does the architectural review if DPRB is eliminated.

Planning Manager Espinoza stated that staff would review the architectural portion.

Vice-Chairman Davis asked if staff felt comfortable reviewing the architectural portion or will a professional assist staff with this review.

Vice-Chairman Davis asked if the neighbors around the proposed project will still be notified.

Planning Manager Espinoza stated yes.

Vice-Chairman Davis asked who would review industrial projects.

Planning Manager Espinoza stated staff will review the project in lieu of DPRB and if approvable, they will move it forward to PC for review and approval.

Planning Manager Espinoza stated that the list was from the Historic Resource Survey that was done in 1991.

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Vice-Chairman Davis clarified that a designated historic structure would be like the Walker House where it has a state designation.

Vice-Chairman Davis asked for clarification on page three of the chart, the last item states tennis courts.

Vice-Chairman Davis stated that he would leave it up to Staff to write the code with the intent to cover things such as pickleball which is a very noisy sport.

Vice-Chairman Davis asked how the Homeowners Association (HOA) approval makes its way into the permit issuance process.

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Vice-Chairman Davis stated it would have been helpful to have a table of contents for the changes and he would recommend making one for City Council’s review.

Commissioner Barnes thought he saw something about caretaker units and asked if a caretaker unit is different than an ADU.

Planning Manager Espinoza stated that this item is referenced in a code section related to the M1 zone and applies to a person who lives on a commercial property to take care of the property.

Commissioner Barnes stated that he believes there’s at least one new Councilmember on the City Council since this item was initiated and feels that having a joint discussion would be beneficial.

Chairman Bratt stated that boards and commissions should not be made entirely of City Staff and that community input is very beneficial.

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Chairman Bratt stated that in the twenty years he’s been on the DPRB he hasn’t seen very many applications come through, so it isn’t critical.

Vice-Chairman Davis stated he would be ok moving the review authority to the Planning Commission.

Chairman Bratt asked Commissioner Barnes if he would be interested in a study session with City Council to discuss these changes.

Chairman Bratt opened the public hearing.

No communications were made at this time.

Chairman Bratt closed the public hearing.

Vice-Chairman Davis stated that he doesn’t really have a problem with where this MCTA is going.

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