PC R 09-2090RESOLUTION NO. 09-2090
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
ARROYO GRANDE RECOMMENDING THAT THE CITY COUNCIL
ADOPT A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION AND APPROVE
TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 3018 LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST
CORNER OF WEST BRANCH STREET AND OLD RANCH ROAD
COMPOSED OF FIVE LOTS, APPLIED FOR BY THE CITY OF ARROYO
GRANDE
WHEREAS, the City of Arroyo Grande applied for Tentative Tract Map No. 3018 to
subdivide approximately 5.0 acres located at the northeast corner of West Branch Street
and Old Ranch Road into four (4) Single Family Residential lots and one (1) Public
Facility lot within a portion of the area known as the South County Regional Center, and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has recommended approval of General Plan
Amendment and Development Code Amendment (GPA / DCA) Case No. 09-001,
including reclassification of approximately one (1.0 acre of the subject property from
Community Facilities to Single Family Residential —Medium Density and to rezone said
portion of the five (5) acre property from Public Facility (PF) district to Single Family
Residential zoning district, and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has found that the GPA/DCA Case No. 09-001
and Tentative Tract Map No. 3018 are consistent with the City's General Plan and
Development Code as amended, and '�
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has reviewed these proposals and this project in
compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the State CEQA
Guidelines and the Arroyo Grande Rules and Procedures for Implementation of CEQA
and has recommended adoption of a Mitigated Negative declaration for these projects,
and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission finds, after due study, deliberations and public
hearings conducted on April 7, July 7, July 21, August 18 and September 1, 2009 that the
following circumstances exist: •
Tentative Tract Map Findings:
1. The proposed tentative tract map is consistent with the goals, objectives, policies,
plans, programs, intent and requirements of the Arroyo Grande General Plan and
the Development Code as amended.
The proposed tentative tract map will enable four (4) Single Family Residential lots
on a one (1) acre portion of a five (5) acre property southeast of Old Ranch Road
adjoining and as a transition to a potential Public Facility development on the large
corner lot at the northeast corner of West Branch Street and Old Ranch Road.
2. The site is physically suitable for the type of development proposed.
The four proposed residential lots are on sloping terrain, with a proposed lot depth
and width similar in size to the adjoining existing Single Family Residential
development of Royal Oak Estates, Tract No. 1390, and proposes residential
development similar to and compatible with existing houses as well as providing
transition to the potential Public Facility development.
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3. The site is physically suitable for the proposed density of development.
The four (4) single family lots are on sloping terrain and are similar to the density of
the adjoining existing residential development and the potential Public Facility lot is
a relative large level parcel with access to West Branch Street and Old Ranch
Road, adjoining the existing Women's Community Center building and parking lots
to the east. �
4. The design of the tentative tract map and the proposed improvements are not
likely to cause substantial environmental damage or substantially and unavoidably
injure fish or wildlife or their habitat.
The proposed Single Family Residential lots and the potential Public Facility
developments are located in and adjoin the South County Regional Center and
constitute infill development with existing streets and minor utility and other
infrastructure improvements having no impacts on fish or wildlife habitat.
5. The design of the subdivision or type of improvements is not likely to cause serious
public health problems.
The residential and Public Facility uses will be served by existing and proposed
water, sewer, drainage, utilities and streets which are adequate for the potential
uses.
6. The design of the tentative tract map or the type of improvements will not conflict
with easements acquired by the public-at-large for access through or use of
property within the proposed tentative tract map or that alternative easements will
be substantially equivalent to ones previously acquired by the public.
The existing public street and an access easement to Reservoir No. 1 provide for
primary access and secondary emergency access to the front and rear of the
residential lots. Other public utilities, including existing water lines and proposed
sewer lines are provided easements to enable adequate services.
7. The discharge of waste from the proposed subdivision into an existing community
sewer system will not result in violation of existing requirements as prescribed in
Division 7(commencing with Section 13000) of the California Water Code.
The subdivision will comply with all City and South San Luis Obispo County
Sanitation District standards relating to sewer system design.
8. Adequate public services and facilities exist or will be provided a's the result of the
proposed tentative tract map to support project development. .
Development will constitute infill and utilize existing street, water and other
infrastructure and services and sewer, sidewalk and other improvements are
proposed as part of the tentative tract map to support project development.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Planning Commission of the City of
Arroyo Grande recommends that the City Council adopt a Mitigated Negative Declaration
and approve Tentative Tract Map No. 3018 subject to and effective with GPA/DCA 09-
001 and the conditions set forth in Exhibit 'A', attached hereto and incorporated herein by
reference.
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On motion by Commissioner Ruth seconded by Commissioner Barneich and by the
following roll call vote, to wit:
AYES: Commissioners Ruth, Barneich, Brown, and Chair Ray
NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioner Keen
the foregoing Resolution was adopted this 1 st day of September 2009.
ATTEST:
CAREN RAY, H IR
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DEBBIE WEICHINGER,
SECRETARY TO THE COMMISSION
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COMMUNITY DEVELOP. ENT DIRECTOR
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EXHIBIT "A"
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 3018
Northeast Corner of West Branch Street and Old Ranch Road
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
This approval authorizes division of four (4) Single Family Residential lots and one (1)
Public Facility lot on five (5) acres of vacant land at the northeast corner of West Branch
Street and Old Ranch Road, effective with GPA/DCA Case No. 09-001 applied for by the
City of Arroyo Grande:
GENERAL CONDITIONS:
1. The applicant or its successors shall ascertain and comply with all Federal, State,
County and City requirements as are applicable to this project.
2. The applicant or its successors shall comply with all conditions of approval for
Tentative Tract Map No. 3018.
3. This application shall automatically expire in 2011 unless a final map is filed.
Thirty (30) days prior to the expiration of the approval, the applicant or its
successors may apply for an extension of one (1) year from the original date of
expiration.
4. Development shall occur in substantial conformance with the plans presented to
the Planning Commission at the meeting of September 1, 2009 and marked
Exhibit "B".
5. The applicant or its successors shall, as a condition of approval of this
application, defend, indemnify and hold harmless the City of Arroyo Grande, its
present or former agents, officers and employees from any claim, action, or
proceeding .against the City, its past or present agents, officers, or employees to
attack, set aside, void, or annul City's approval of this subdivision, which action is
brought within the time period provided for by law. This condition is subject to
the provisions of Government Code Section 66474.9, which are incorporated by
reference herein as though set forth in full.
6. Development shall conform to the Single Family Residential and Public Facility
zoning districts standards as established by GPA/DCA Case No. 09-001, except
as otherwise approved.
7. All conditions of approval for the project shall be included in construction drawings.
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SPECIAL CONDITIONS:
8. The City of Arroyo Grande shall contribute to 0.6 unit equivalent toward moderate
income affordable housing in-lieu fee or 0.4 unit equivalent toward low-income
affordable housing in-lieu fee, and pay its proportionate share of the Fair Oaks
Sanitary Sewer Upgrade Project.
9. Subdivision improvements, including curb, gutter and sidewalk and underground
utilities on West Branch Street and Old Ranch Road adjoining Lot 5, shall be
deferred until Public Facility development of that lot. All City standard subdivision
improvements required for Single Family Residential development of Lots 1
through 4, inclusive, including street lights shall be completed prior to issuance of
building permits for house construction on any one of these lots.
10. On and off-site sewer collection line and easement shall be completed prior to or
concurrent with Single Family Residential development including the portion on Lot
5, and the subdivider shall obtain a"will serve" letter from South San Luis Obispo
County Sanitation District.
MITIGATION MEASURES:
AIR QUALITY
11. During construction, water trucks or sprinkler systems shall be used to keep all
areas of vehicle movement damp enough to prevent dust from leaving the site.
At a minimum, this shall include wetting down such areas in the later morning
and after work is completed for the day and whenever winds exceed 15 miles per
hour. Only non-potable water shall be used for the purpose of controlling dust
during construction activities.
12. Soil stockpiled for more than two days shall be covered, kept moist, or treated
with soil binders to prevent dust generation.
13. All vehicles hauling dirt, sand, soil, or other loose materials shall be covered or
maintain at least two feet of freeboard (minimum vertical distance between top of
load and top of trailer), in accordance with CVC Section 23114.
14. Wheel washers shall be installed where vehicles enter and exit onto streets, or
all trucks and equipment shall be washed off before leaving the project site.
Only non-potable water shall be used for the purpose of washing wheels and/or
equipment.
15. Streets shall be swept at the end of each day if visible soil material is carried
onto adjacent paved roads. Water sweepers shall only use non-potable water.
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CULTURALRESOURCES
16. The following note shall be included on all construction documents: "In the event
that during grading, construction or development of the project, and cultural
resources are uncovered, all work shall be halted until the City has reviewed the
resources for their significance. If human remains (burials) are encountered, the
County Coroner shall be contacted immediately. The applicant may be required
to provide archaeological studies and/or mitigation measures."
HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITY
17. All new construction shall utilize fixtures and designs that. minimize water usage.
Such fixtures shall include, but are not limited to, water saving toilets, low flow
showerheads, instant water heaters and hot water recirculating systems. Water
conserving designs and fixtures shall be installed prior to final occupancy.
18. The applicant shall complete measures to neutralize the estimated increase in
water demand by the implementation of an individual water program consisting of
retrofitting existing offsite high-flow plumbing fixtures or other water conservation
measures with low flow devices. The calculations shall be submitted to the Water
Conservation Coordinator and Director of Community Development for review and
recommendation. The proposed individual water program shall be submitted to the
City Council for approval prior to implementation.
19. All landscaping shall be consistent with water conservation practices including the
use of drought tolerant landscaping, drip irrigation, and mulch. To the greatest
extent possible, lawn areas and areas requiring spray irrigation shall be minimized.
All landscape plans shall be subject to review and approval by the Recreation and
Maintenance Services Department.
BUILDING DIVISION AND FIRE DEPARTMENT
STANDARD CONDITIONS:
BUILDING CODES
20. The project shall comply with the most recent editions of all California Building and
Fire Codes, as adopted by the City of Arroyo Grande.
DISABLED ACCESS
21. All subsequent developments shall provide complete compliance with State and
Federal disabled access requirements.
FIRE LANES �
22. All fire lanes must be posted and enforced, per Police Department and Fire
Department guidelines.
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FIRE FLOW/FIRE HYDRANTS
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Project shall have a fire flow based on the California Fire Code appendix III-A.
Prior to combustible materials being placed on site, fire hydrants shall be installed,
per Fire Department and Community Development Department standards.
FIRE SPRINKLERS
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Prior to Occupancy, all buildings must be fully sprinklered per Building Division and
Fire Department guidelines.
Provide Fire Department approved access and sprinkler-systems per National Fire
Protection Association Standards.
FEES TO BE PAID PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF A BUILDING PERMIT
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Water Meter, service main, distribution, and availability fees, to be based on codes
and rates in effect at the time of building permit issuance.
Water Neutralization fee, to be based on codes and rates in effect at the time of
building permit issuance.
Traffic Impact fee, to be based on codes and rates in effect at the time of building
permit issuance.
Traffic Signalization fee, to be based on codes and rates in effect at the time of
building permit issuance.
Sewer hook-up & facility Permit fees, to be based on codes and rates in effect at
the time of building permit issuance.
Drainage fee, as required by the area drainage plan for the area being developed.
Building Permit fees, to be based on codes and rates in effect at the time of
building permit issuance.
Strong Motion Instrumentation Program (SMIP) fee, to be based on codes and
rates in effect at the time of building permit issuance in accordance with State
mandate.
Park Development fee, to be based on codes and rates in effect at the time of
building permit issuance. (Residential Development only) '
Park Improvements fee, to be based on codes and rates in effect at the time of
building permit issuance. (Residential Development only)
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Street Tree fees, to be based on codes and rates in effect at the time of building
permit issuance. (Residential Development only)
Community Centers fee, to be based on codes and rates in effect at the time of
building permit issuance. (Residential Development only)
Fire Protection fee, to be based on codes and rates in effect at the time of building
permit issuance.
Police Facilities fee, to be based on codes and rates in effect at the time of
building permit issuance.
RECREATION AND MAINTENANCE SERVICES CONDITIONS
SPECIAL CONDITIONS:
41. Extend a 8 inch sewer main at a minimum slope of 0.5% from the intersection of
West Branch Street and Vernon Street north along the east side of the subject
property to City standards including a manhole at the end of the line rather than
a clean-out and provide a Public Utility Easement across the side of Lot 5 and
rear of Lots 1 through 4, inclusive.
42. Extend an 8 inch water line and install a fire hydrant on the northwest or
southwest corner of Lot 4 on Old Ranch Road, water meters, including fire
sprinkler connections for lot 1-4 and install a backflow prevention device on Lot 5
water service.
43. Underground all existing overhead and all new public utilities in accordance with
Section 16.68.050 of the Development Code.
44. Install new concrete sidewalk across the property frontage of Old Ranch Road
adjoining Lots 1-4. (Defer curb, gutter and sidewalk on Lot 5 until Public Facility
development pursuant to Conditional Use Permit approval.)
45. Remove and replace any damaged sections of curb and gutter or where
residential driveways are constructed within the project frontages of Old Ranch
Road.
46. Perform detailed drainage calculations verifying a storm water retention basin on
Lot 5 has sufficient capacity to handle the increased sform water runoff as
necessary.
47. Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions for Single Family Residential
development of Lots 1 through 4 inclusive shall be the same as approved and
recorded for Tract No. 1390, Royal Oak Estates.
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48. Dedicate street tree planting and maintenance easements adjacent to Old Ranch
Road right of way. Street tree easements shall be a minimum of 10 feet beyond
the right of way, except that street tree easements shall, exclude the area
covered by public utility easements. No tree removal or lot grading permits are
proposed as part of Tentative Tract Map construction.
GENERAL CONDITIONS:
49. PerForm construction activities during normal business hours (Monday through
Friday, 7 A.M. to 5 P.M.) for noise and inspection purposes. The developer or
contractor shall refrain from performing any work other than site maintenance
outside of these hours, unless an emergency arises or approved by the Director
of Community Development. The City may hold the developer or contractor
responsible for any expenses incurred by the City due to work outside of these
hours. Clean all streets and sidewalks daily as directed by the City.
50. All project improvements shall be designed and constructed in accordance with
the City of Arroyo Grande Standard Drawings and Specifications.
51. Submit four (4) full-size paper copies and one (1) full-size mylar copy of
approved improvement plans for inspection purposes during construction.
52. Submit as-built plans at the completion of the project or improvements as
directed by the City Engineer or qualified designee. One (1) set of mylar prints
and an electronic version on CD in AutoCAD format shall be required.
53. The following Improvement plans shall be prepared by a registered Civil
Engineer and approved by the City Engineer or qualified designee:
a. Grading, drainage and erosion control,
b. Street paving, curb, gutter and sidewalk,
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d. Water and sewer,
e. Landscaping and irrigation,
f. Any other improvements as required by the Director of Public Works
54. The site plan shall include the following:
a. The location and size of all existing and proposed water, sewer, and storm
drainage facilities within the project site and abutting streets or.alleys.
b. The location, quantity and size of all existing and proposed sewer laterals.
c. The location, size and orientation of all trash enclosures.
d. All existing and proposed parcel lines and easements crossing the property.
e. The location and dimension of all existing and proposed paved areas.
f. The location of all existing and proposed public or private utilities.
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55. Improvement plans shall include plan and profile of existing and proposed
streets, utilities and retaining walls.
56. Landscape and irrigation plans are required for landscaping within the public
right of way, and shall be approved by the Community Development and
Recreation and Maintenance Services Departments.
WATER
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Construction water is available at the corporate yard. The City of Arroyo Grande
does not allow the use of hydrant meters.
Each parcel shall have separate water meters at the rear of Lots 1 through 4 and
a fire sprinkler engineer shall determine the size of the water meters.
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SEWER
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Each parcel shall be provided a separate sewer lateral.
The new sewer main shall be a minimum diameter of 8".
All sewer mains or laterals crossing or parallel to public water facilities shall be
constructed in accordance with California State Health Agency standards.
PUBLIC UTILITIES
62. Underground improvements shall be installed.
63. Submit all improvement plans to the public utility companies for approval and
comment. Utility comments shall be forwarded to the City Engineer or designee
for approval.
64. Submit the Final Map shall to the public utility companies for review and
comment. Utility comments shall be forwarded to the City Engineer or designee
for approval.
STREETS
65. Obtain approval from the City Engineer or designee prior to excavating in any
street recently over-laid or slurry sealed.
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66. All trenching in City streets shall utilize saw cutting. Any over cuts shall be
cleaned and filled with epoxy, and all street repairs shall be constructed to City
standards.
CURB, GUTTER, AND SIDEWALK
67. Utilize saw cuts for all repairs made in curb, gutter, and sidewalk.
68. Install root barriers for all trees planted adjacent to curb, gutter and sidewalk to
prevent damage due to root growth.
GRADING
69. Perform all grading in conformance with the City Grading Ordinance.
70. Submit a preliminary soils report prepared by a registered Civil Engineer and
supported by adequate test borings. All earthwork design and grading shall be
performed in accordance with the approved soils report.
71. Submit all retaining wall calculations for review and approval by the City
Engineer or designee for walls not constructed per City standards.
DRAINAGE
72. All drainage facilities shall be designed to accommodate a 100-year storm flow
and in accordance with the Drainage Master Plan.
DEDICATIONS AND EASEMENTS
73. All easements, abandonments, or similar documents to be recorded shall be
prepared by the applicant on 8 1/2 x 11 City standard forms, and shall include
legal descriptions, sketches, closure calculations, and a current preliminary title
report. The applicant shall be responsible for all required fees, including any
additional required City processing.
PERMITS
74. Obtain an encroachment permit prior to performing any of the following:
a. Performing work in the City right of way,
b. Staging work in the City right of way, or on Lot 5,
c. Stockpiling material in the City right of way, or on Lot 5,
d. Storing equipment in the City right of way, or on Lot 5.
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AGREEMENTS
78. Inspection Agreement: Prior to approval of an improvement plan, the applicant
shall enter into an agreement with the City for inspection of the required
improvements.
79. Subdivision Improvement Agreement: The subdivider shall enter into a
subdivision agreement for the completion and guarantee of improvements
required. The subdivision agreement shall be on a form acceptable to the City.
IMPROVEMENT SECURITIES
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Obtain a grading permit prior to commencement of any grading operations on
site.
Pay all required City fees at the time they are due.
Fees to be paid prior to plan approval:
Map check fee
Plan check for grading plans based on an approved earthwork estimate.
Plan check for improvement plans based on an approved construction cost
estimate.
Permit Fee for grading plans based on an approved earthwork estimate.
Inspection fee of subdivision or public works construction plans based on an
approved construction cost estimate.
All improvement securities shall be of a form as set forth in Development Code
Section 16.68.090, Improvement Securities.
Submit an engineer's estimate of quantities for public improvements for review
by the City Engineer or designee.
82. Provide financial security for the following, to be based upon a construction cost
estimate approved by the City Engineer or designee: .
a. Faithful Performance: 100% of the approved estimated cost of all subdivision
improvements,
b. Labor and Materials: 50% of the approved estimated cost of all subdivision
improvements
c. One Year Guarantee: 10% of the approved estimated cost of all subdivision
improvements. This bond is required prior to acceptance of the subdivision
improvements.
d. Monumentation: 100% of the estimated cost of setting survey monuments. This
financial security may be waived if the developer's surveyor submits to the Director
of Public Works a letter assuring that all monumentation has been set.
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OTHER DOCUMENTATION
83. Tax Certificate: The applicant shall furnish a certificate from the tax collector's
office indicating that there are no unpaid taxes or special assessments against
the property. The applicant may be required to bond for any unpaid taxes or
liens against the property. This shall be submitted prior to placing the map on
the City Council Agenda for approval.
84. Subdivision Guarantee: A current subdivision guarantee shall be submitted to
the City Engineer or designee with the final submittal of the Map.
PRIOR TO ISSUING A BUILDING PERMIT
85. The Final Map shall be recorded with all pertinent conditions of approval
satisfied.
86. Prior to issuance of a building permit, the applicant shall submit a final landscape
plan, subject to review by and approval of the Director of Recreation &
Maintenance Services Department, including street trees on Lots 1 through 4
and subject to subsequent Conditional Use Permit for Lot 5.
PRIOR TO ISSUING A CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY
87. All utilities shall be operational.
88. All essential project improvements shall be constructed prior to occupancy. Non-
essential improvements, guaranteed by an agreement and financial securities,
may be constructed after occupancy as directed by the City Engineer or
designee. (Lot 5 curb, gutter, sidewalk and utilities are deferred until Public
Facility development.)