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RESOLUTION NO. 99-C74
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA APPROVING
PRECISE PLAN OF DESIGN P3-994 FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF ELEVEN (11)
SPECULATIVE INDUSTRIAL BUILDINGS
AT 975 NORTH TODD AVENUE
WHEREAS, an application was received from RRK Properties c/o Kevin Coleman with
respect to the requested Precise Plan of Design No. P3-994 to construct eleven (11) speculative
concrete tilt -up industrial buildings on eleven (11) individual lots at 975 North Todd Avenue, and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission considered this request in a duly noticed public
hearing on May 26, 1999 and has carefully considered all pertinent evidence and testimony, and
WHEREAS, the City Council has held a duly noticed public hearing on June 7, 1999, and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Azusa carefully considered all the pertinent
evidence and testimony regarding Precise Plan of Design No. P3-99-4,
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA HEREBY RESOLVES AS
FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1: The City Council of the City of Azusa determines and declares the following
Findings of Fact:
A. The proposed project would not unreasonably interfere with the use or enjoyment of
the properties in the vicinity and will not adversely affect the public peace, health,
safety or general welfare in that the proposal is in conformance with the General Plan
and is considered a permitted use in the district in which it is located. All
surrounding uses are industrial and partake in similar daily functions. Since the
proposal is speculative in nature, each use to occupy the proposed buildings will be
required to obtain, at a minimum, separate City approval through Planning Division
review and Building Division Certificate of Occupancy issuance. Furthermore, the
project will be developed in accordance with all of the applicable provisions of the
Zoning Code. All City divisions and departments have indicated the ability to
support the development and have issued standard conditions of approval.
SECTION 2. Pursuant to the City of Azusa CEQA implementing procedures and the State
of California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines, a Negative Declaration has been prepared,
noticed, and reviewed, finding that the proposed project will not have a significant impact on the
environment. The City Council hereby certifies said Negative Declaration.
SECTION 3. The City Council hereby approves Precise Plan of Design No. P3-994 based
on the aforementioned findings and conditions of approval listed as Attachment 3.
SECTION 4. The City Clerk shall certify to the passage of this resolution and shall cause
the same to be published in compliance with Chapter 88, Article III, Division 13 of the Azusa
Municipal Code. The Precise Plan of Design shall become effective and a building permit maybe
issued only after these findings and conditions have been accepted in writing by the owner of the
described property.
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CITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. 99—C74
P3-99-4
SSE ROVED AND PT this 7th day of June '1999.
4 MAYOR
I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing Resolution No. C 7 4 was duly adopted by the
City Council of the City of Azusa at a regular meeting thereof, held on the 7th day of June
1999, by the following vote of Council:
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: HARDISON, STANFORD, ROCHA, BEEBE, MADRID
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
ABSTAIN: COUNCILME
MBERS: ONE
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM
City Attorney
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ATTACHMENT 2
NEGATIVE DECLARATION
Name, if any, and a brief description of project:
General Plan Amendment No. GPA -99-4, Zone Change No. Z-99-3, Tentative Parcel
Map No. 22519, & Major Precise Plan of Design No. P3-99-4
A proposal for a General Plan Amendment from HI (Heavy Industrial) to LI (Light
Industrial) and zone change from M-2 (Heavy Manufacturing) to M-1 (Light
Manufacturing) for 6 out of 11 parcels, subdivision of 5 parcels into 11 parcels, and
construction of 11 speculative industrial buildings.
2. Location: 975 N. Todd Avenue, Azusa, Los Angeles County, CA
3. Entity or person undertaking project: Architects Orange
c/o Kevin Coleman
144 N. Orange Street
Orange, CA 92866
The Planning Commission, having reviewed the Initial Study of this proposed project and
having reviewed the written comments received prior to the public meeting of the Planning
Commission, if any, including the recommendation of the City's Staff, does hereby find and declare
that the proposed project will not have a significant effect on the environment. A brief statement of
the reasons supporting the Planning Commission's findings are as follows:
The project would not unreasonably interfere with the use or enjoyment of property in the
vicinity and would not adversely affect the public peace, health, safety or general welfare in
that the proposal is in conformance with the General Plan and is considered a permitted use
in the district in which it is located. Furthermore, the project will be developed in
accordance with all of the applicable provisions of the Zoning Code.
The Planning Commission hereby finds that the Negative Declaration reflects its independent
judgment. A copy of the Initial Study may be obtained at:
City of Azusa, Community Development Department
213 E. Foothill Blvd.
Azusa, CA 91702
(626)812-5247
The location and custodian of the documents and any other material which constitute the record
of proceedings upon which the City based its decision to adopt this Negative Declaration are as
follows:
City of Azusa, Community Development Department
213 E. Foothill Blvd.
Azusa, CA 91702
Project Planner: Gustavo J. Romo
(626)812-5200 x5463
Staff:bWVo J. omo, Associate Planner
Date Received for Filing
CITY/ 1997/139898
ATTACHMENT 2
FORM "E"
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ORIGINAL FILENOTICE OF INTENT TO ADOPT' A
NEGATIVE DECLARATION MAY 1999
LOS kt.!(,ELES, COLWM "'t�
Notice is hereby given that The City of Azusa has completed an Initial Study of the project
indicated below in accordance with the City's Guidelines implementing the California
Environmental Quality Act:
Case: Cenral Platt Amendment No, GPA -99-4, Zone Change No, Z-199-3: Tentative
Parc,61 vtaP No. 35�39, Plan of DeRO No. P3 -99-x.
Pru}eco Ara u9alfnraCezteral'anAmendrnentfm;nRl(Huyindustr.al)isit(Lght
bdustrial), zone *ange 'fmm M {Roavy Iviauulaeturing) to U-1 Ught
Iviamx actuxiug) foT 6 aat 4f I 1 parte s, aRl'K1iyiSioi7 of:5 parreJs to;Q I I parcels,
and c=uuctioa a£ t lsperuiative industrial buildings.
l,.oaauou- 975 N, 'Todd Avenue, AMa, CA 91702.
This Initial Study was undertaken for the purpose of deciding whether the project may have a
significant effect on the environment. On the basis of such Initial Study, the City's Staff has
concluded that the project will not have a significant effect on the environment, and has, therefore,
prepared a Negative Declaration. The Initial Study reflects the independent judgment of the City.
The Project site is not on a list of hazardous materials sites compiled pursuant to Government
Code section 65962.5. Copies of the Initial Study and proposed Negative Declaration are on file
at West Wing of City Hall, 213 E. Foothill Blvd., Azusa, CA 91702 and are available for public
review. Comments will be received until May 25. 1999.
The project is tentatively scheduled to appea- before the Planning Commission on May
26, 1999 at 7:30pm. The Planning Commission will make a recommendation to the City Council
who will take action at a later date to adopt the Negative Declaration and approve or deny the
project. Any person wishing to comment on this matter must submit such comments, in writing,
to the City prior to May 25, 1999. Comments of all Responsible Agencies are also requested.
If the Planning Commission accepts the Negative Declaration and recommends that the City
Council adopt it, the City Council may proceed to consider the project without the preparation of
an Environmental Impact Report.
Date Received
for Filing:
(CIerk Stamp Here)
P:1GusRomo\PCProjLcts\Z-99-3\NOI Z993.wpd
Staff
Gustavo J. Romo, Associate Planner
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1. Project Title: General Plan Amendment No. GPA -99-4, Zone Change No. Z-99-
3, Tentative Parcel Map No. 22519, & Major Precise Plan of
Design No. P3-994
2. Lead Agency Name and Address:
3. Contact Person and Phone Number:
4. Project Location:
5. Project Sponsor's Name and Address:
6. General Plan Designation:
7. Zoning:
City of Azusa
213 E. Foothill Blvd.
Azusa, CA 91702
Gustavo J. Romo, Associate Planner
(626)812-5200 x5463
975 North Todd Avenue
Azusa, CA 91702 (L.A. County)
Architects Orange
c/o Kevin Coleman
144 N. Orange Street
Orange, CA 92866
Heavy Industrial
M-2 (Heavy Manufacturing)
(Refer to attached Exhibit 1)
8. Description of Project: (Describe the whole action involved, including but not limited to later phases of the
project, and any secondary, support, or off-site features necessary for its implementation. Attach additional
sheet(s) if necessary).
A proposal for a General Plan Amendment from HI (Heavy Industrial) to LI (Light Industrial), zone change
from M-2 (Heavy Manufacturing) to M-1 (Light Manufacturing) for 6 out of 11 parcels, subdivision of 5
parcels into 11 parcels, and construction of 11 speculative industrial buildings.
9. Surrounding Land Uses/Setting: (Briefly describe project's surroundings; Attach additional sheet(s) if necessary.)
All of the surrounding land uses are industrial. The Cal Mat rock quarry is located directly west of the site
within the M-2 (Heavy Manufacturing) District. An industrial office building and parking lot are located to
the south and a manufacturing plant for oil refinery catalysts (Criterion Catalyst) is located to the north.
These uses are located within the M-2 District. The Southern California Gas Company is located across
Todd Avenue to the east along with several industrial warehouses consisting of businesses such as
plumbing, painting, cabinet-making, and aluminum tubing manufacturing. These uses are located within the
SP -1 (West End Specific Plan) District.
10. Other public agencies whose approval is required (e.g., permits, financing approval, or participation agreement):
N/A
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ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS POTENTIALLY AFFECTED:
The environmental factors checked below would be potentially affected by this project, involving at least one
impact that is a "Potentially Significant Impact" as indicated by the checklist on the following pages.
■ Land Use and Planning
❑ Population and Housing
■ Geological Problems
❑ Water
❑ Air Quality
❑ Mandatory Findings of Significance
❑ Transportation/Circulation
❑ Biological Resources
❑ Energy and Mineral Resources
■ Hazards
❑ Noise
DETERMINATION (To be completed by the Lead Agency):
On the basis of this initial evaluation:
❑ Public Services
❑ Utilities and Service Systems
❑ Aesthetics
❑ Cultural Resources
❑ Recreation
I find that the proposed project COULD NOT have a significant effect on the environment, and a NEGATIVE
DECLARATION will be prepared.
I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment, there will not be
a significant effect in this case because the mitigation measures described on an attached sheet have been added
to the project. A NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared.
I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect on the environment, and an ENVIRONMENTAL
IMPACT REPORT is required.
I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect(s) on the environment, but at least one effect
1) has been adequately analyzed in an earlier document pursuant to applicable legal standards, and 2) has been
addressed by mitigation measures based on the earlier analysis as described on attached sheets, if the effect is a
"potentially significant impact" or "potentially significant unless mitigated." An ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
REPORT is required, but it must analyze only the effects that remain to be addressed.
I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment, there WILL NOT be a
significant effect in this case because all potentially significant effects (a) have been analyzed adequately in
an earlier EIR pursuant to applicable standards and (b) have been avoided or mitigated pursuant to that earlier EIR,
including revisions or ruingati measures that are imposed upon the proposed project.
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May 4. 1999
Signature Date
Gustavo J. Romo
Printed Name
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EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS:
1) A brief explanation is required for all answers except "No Impact" answers that are adequately supported by the
information sources a Lead Agency cites following each question. A "No Impact" answer is adequately supported
if the referenced information sources show that the impact simply does not apply to projects like the one involved
(e.g. the project falls outside a fault rupture zone). A "No Impact" answer should be explained where it is based
on project -specific factors as well as general standards (e.g. the project will not expose sensitive receptors to
pollutants, based on a project -specific screening analysis).
2) All answers must take account of the whole action involved, including off-site as well as on-site, cumulative as well
as project -level, indirect as well as direct, and construction as well as operational impacts.
3) "Potentially Significant Impact" is appropriate if there is substantial evidence that an effect is significant. If there
are one or more "Potentially Significant Impact" entries when the determination is made, an EIR is required.
4) "Potentially Significant Unless Mitigation Incorporated" applies where the incorporation of mitigation measures has
reduced an effect from "Potentially Significant Impact" to a "Less than Significant Impact." The Lead Agency
must describe the mitigation measures, and briefly explain how they reduce the effect to a less than significant level
(mitigation measures from Section XVII, "Earlier Analyses," may be cross-referenced).
5) Earlier analyses may be used where, pursuant to the tiering, program EIR, or other CEQA process, an effect has
been adequately analyzed in an earlier EIR or negative declaration. Section 15063(c)(3)(D). Earlier analyses are
discussed in Section XVII at the end of the checklist.
6) Lead Agencies are encouraged to incorporate into the checklist references information sources for potential impacts
(e.g. general plans, zoning ordinances). Reference to a previously prepared or outside document should, where
appropriate, include a reference to the page or pages where the statement is substantiated. A source list should be
attached. Other sources used or individuals contacted should be cited in the discussion.
b) Conflict with applicable environmental plans or policies
adopted by agencies with jurisdiction over the project? ❑ ❑ ❑
SOURCE(S): No other agencies have jurisdiction or will
be affected.
c) Be incompatible with existing land use in the vicinity? ❑ ❑ ❑
SOURCE(S): All surrounding uses are industrial.
d) Affect agricultural resources or operations (e.g. impacts
to soils or farmlands, or impacts from incompatible land
uses)? SOURCE(S): No such uses in surroundings. ❑ ❑ ❑ .
e) Disrupt or divide the physical arrangement of an
established community (including a low-income or
minority community)? SOURCE(S): All surrounding uses ❑ ❑ ❑ ■
are industrial.
II. POPULATION AND HOUSING. Would the proposal:
a) Cumulatively exceed official regional or local population
projections? SOURCE(S): Non-residential development ❑ ❑ ❑
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Potentially
Issues and Supporting Information Sources:
Significant
Potentially
Unless
Less Than
Significant
Mitigation
Significant No Impact
Impact
Incorporated
Impact
I. LAND USE AND PLANNING. Would the proposal:
a) Conflict with general plan designation or zoning?
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SOURCE(S): Azusa General Plan and Zoning Code
b) Conflict with applicable environmental plans or policies
adopted by agencies with jurisdiction over the project? ❑ ❑ ❑
SOURCE(S): No other agencies have jurisdiction or will
be affected.
c) Be incompatible with existing land use in the vicinity? ❑ ❑ ❑
SOURCE(S): All surrounding uses are industrial.
d) Affect agricultural resources or operations (e.g. impacts
to soils or farmlands, or impacts from incompatible land
uses)? SOURCE(S): No such uses in surroundings. ❑ ❑ ❑ .
e) Disrupt or divide the physical arrangement of an
established community (including a low-income or
minority community)? SOURCE(S): All surrounding uses ❑ ❑ ❑ ■
are industrial.
II. POPULATION AND HOUSING. Would the proposal:
a) Cumulatively exceed official regional or local population
projections? SOURCE(S): Non-residential development ❑ ❑ ❑
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Potentially
Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Significant
Potentially Unless
Significant Mitigation
Impact Incorporated
Less Than
Significant No impact
Impact
b) Induce substantial growth in an area either directly or
indirectly (e.g. through projects in an undeveloped area
or extension of major infrastructure)? SOURCE(S): All ❑ El ■
City departments have indicated sufficient infrastructure
to support development and issued standard conditions.
c) Displace existing housing, especially affordable housing? ❑ ❑ ❑
SOURCE(s): Non-residential development
III. GEOLOGIC PROBLEMS. Would the proposal result in or
expose people to potential impacts involving:
a) Fault rupture? SOURCE(S): Azusa General Plan Safety ❑
Element; Refer to Environmental Evaluation.
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b) Seismic ground shaking? SOURCE(S): Azusa General ❑ ❑ ❑
Plan Safety Element; Refer to Environmental
Evaluation.
c) Seismic ground failure, including liquefaction? ❑ ❑ ❑
SOURCE(S): State of California Seismic Hazard Zones
Map (Liquefaction Study); Refer to Environmental
Evaluation.
d) Seiche, tsunami, or volcanic hazard? SOURCB(S): Azusa ❑ ❑ ❑
General Plan.
e) Landslides or mudflows? SOURCE(S): Azusa General ❑ ❑ ❑
Plan; State of California Seismic Hazards Zone Map.
f) Erosion, changes in topography or unstable soil
conditions from excavation, grading, or fill? ❑ El ❑ ■
SOURCE(s): Azusa General Plan; City Engineer.
g) Subsidence of the land? SOURCE(s): Azusa General Plan; ❑ ❑ ❑
State of California Seismic Hazards Zone Map; Refer to
Environmental Evaluation.
h) Expansive soils? SOURCE(S): Soils Report (to be ❑ ❑ ❑
determined during Building plan check process); Refer
to Environmental Evaluation.
i) Unique geologic or physical features? SOURCE(s): Azusa ❑ ❑ ❑
General Plan.
IV. WATER. Would the proposal result in:
a) Changes in absorption rates, drainage patterns, or the
rate and amount of surface runoff? soURCE(S): ❑ ❑ ❑
Undeveloped land; Refer to Environmental Evaluation.
b) Exposure of people or property to water related hazards
such as flooding? SOURCE(S): Azusa General Plan; State ❑ ❑ El
California Flood Zone Map.
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d) Changes in the amount of surface water in any water
body? SOURCE(S): Azusa General Plan. ❑
e) Changes in currents, or the course or direction of water
movements? SOURCE(S): Azusa General Plan. ❑
f) Change in the quality of ground waters, either through
direct additions or withdrawals, or through interception
of an aquifer by cuts or excavations or through
substantial loss of groundwater recharge capability?
SOURCE(S): Azusa General Plan. ❑
g) Altered direction or rate of flow of groundwater?
SOURCE(S): Azusa General Plan.
h) Impacts to groundwater quality? SOURCE(S): Industrial
development to be paved.
i) Substantial reduction in the amount of groundwater
otherwise available for public water supplies?
SOURCE(S): Azusa General Plan.
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Issues and Supporting Information Sources:
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Unless
Less Than
Significant
Mitigation
Significant No Impact
Impact
Incorporated
Impact
c) Discharge into surface water or other alteration of
surface water quality (e.g. temperature, dissolved
oxygen or turbidity)? SOURCE(S): Industrial
development; speculative buildings; Refer to
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Environmental Evaluation.
d) Changes in the amount of surface water in any water
body? SOURCE(S): Azusa General Plan. ❑
e) Changes in currents, or the course or direction of water
movements? SOURCE(S): Azusa General Plan. ❑
f) Change in the quality of ground waters, either through
direct additions or withdrawals, or through interception
of an aquifer by cuts or excavations or through
substantial loss of groundwater recharge capability?
SOURCE(S): Azusa General Plan. ❑
g) Altered direction or rate of flow of groundwater?
SOURCE(S): Azusa General Plan.
h) Impacts to groundwater quality? SOURCE(S): Industrial
development to be paved.
i) Substantial reduction in the amount of groundwater
otherwise available for public water supplies?
SOURCE(S): Azusa General Plan.
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V. AIR QUALITY. Would the proposal:
a) Violate any air quality standard or contribute to an
existing or projected air quality violation? SOURCE(S): ❑ ❑ ■ ❑
SCAQMD (speculative development); Refer to
Environmental Evaluation.
b) Expose sensitive receptors to pollutants? SOURCE(S): ❑ ❑ ❑ ■
Surrounding industrial land uses.
c) Alter air movement, moisture, or temperature, or cause
any change in climate? SOURCE(S): N/A; Industrial ❑ ❑ ❑ ■
building development.
d) Create objectionable odors? SOURCE(S): Industrial El El
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development; speculative buildings; Refer to
Environmental Evaluation.
VI. TRANSPORTATION/CIRCULATION. Would the
proposal result in:
a) Increased vehicle trips or traffic congestion? SOURCE(S):
Azusa General Plan Circulation Element; City Engineer;
Refer to Environmental Evaluation.
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d) Insufficient parking capacity on-site or off-site? ❑ ❑ ❑
SOURCE(S): Azusa Zoning Code; meets parking
requirements.
e) Hazards or barriers for pedestrians or bicyclists? ❑ ❑ ❑
SOURCE(S): N/A; sidewalks provided; no existing
bicycle lanes.
f) Conflicts with adopted policies supporting alternative
transportation (e.g. bus turnouts, bicycle racks)? ❑ El E3■
SOURCE(S): N/A; industrial sector and City truck route
per Azusa General Plan.
g) Rail, waterbome or air traffic impacts? SOURCE(S): ❑ ❑ ❑
Railroad tracks to north; Refer to Environmental
Evaluation.
VII. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES.
Would the proposal result in impacts to:
a) Endangered, threatened or rare species or their habitats
(including but not limited to plants, fish, insects,
animals, and birds)? SOURCE(S): N/A; previously ❑ ❑ ❑ ■
graded land.
b) Locally designated species (e.g. heritage trees)? ❑ ❑ ❑
SOURCE(S): N/A; vacant land.
c) Locally designated natural communities (e.g. oak forest,
coastal habitat, etc.)? SOURCE(S): N/A; adjacent to El El ❑ ■
industrial development.
d) Welland habitat (e.g. marsh, riparian and vernal pool)? ❑ ❑ ❑
SOURCE(S): Azusa General Plan.
e) Wildlife dispersal or mitigation corridors? SOURCE(S): ❑ ❑ ❑
Azusa General Plan.
VIII. ENERGY AND MINERAL RESOURCES.
Would the proposal:
a) Conflict with adopted energy conservation plans? ❑ ❑ ❑
SOURCE(S): Azusa Light & Water Department has
issued standard conditions.
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Potentially
Issues and Supporting Information Sources:
Significant
Potentially
Unless
Less Than
Significant
Mitigation
Significant No Impact
Impact
Incorporated
Impact
b) Hazards to safety from design features (e.g. sharp curves
or dangerous intersections) or incompatible uses (e.g.
farm equipment)? SOURCE(S): City Engineer has
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reviewed and issued standard conditions.
c) Inadequate emergency access or access to nearby uses?
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SOURCE(S): City Engineer has reviewed and issued
standard conditions.
d) Insufficient parking capacity on-site or off-site? ❑ ❑ ❑
SOURCE(S): Azusa Zoning Code; meets parking
requirements.
e) Hazards or barriers for pedestrians or bicyclists? ❑ ❑ ❑
SOURCE(S): N/A; sidewalks provided; no existing
bicycle lanes.
f) Conflicts with adopted policies supporting alternative
transportation (e.g. bus turnouts, bicycle racks)? ❑ El E3■
SOURCE(S): N/A; industrial sector and City truck route
per Azusa General Plan.
g) Rail, waterbome or air traffic impacts? SOURCE(S): ❑ ❑ ❑
Railroad tracks to north; Refer to Environmental
Evaluation.
VII. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES.
Would the proposal result in impacts to:
a) Endangered, threatened or rare species or their habitats
(including but not limited to plants, fish, insects,
animals, and birds)? SOURCE(S): N/A; previously ❑ ❑ ❑ ■
graded land.
b) Locally designated species (e.g. heritage trees)? ❑ ❑ ❑
SOURCE(S): N/A; vacant land.
c) Locally designated natural communities (e.g. oak forest,
coastal habitat, etc.)? SOURCE(S): N/A; adjacent to El El ❑ ■
industrial development.
d) Welland habitat (e.g. marsh, riparian and vernal pool)? ❑ ❑ ❑
SOURCE(S): Azusa General Plan.
e) Wildlife dispersal or mitigation corridors? SOURCE(S): ❑ ❑ ❑
Azusa General Plan.
VIII. ENERGY AND MINERAL RESOURCES.
Would the proposal:
a) Conflict with adopted energy conservation plans? ❑ ❑ ❑
SOURCE(S): Azusa Light & Water Department has
issued standard conditions.
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Potentially
Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Significant
Potentially Unless Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant No Impact
Impact Incorporated Impact
b) Use non-renewable resources in a wasteful and
inefficient manner? SOURCE(s): Speculative industrial El El El
proposed; to be further reviewed when
future use is proposed; Refer to Environmental
Evaluation.
c) Result in the loss of availability of a known mineral
resource that would be of future value to the region and
the residents of the State? SOURCE(S): Vacant land
previously graded. ❑ ❑ ❑ ■
IX. HAZARDS. Would the proposal involve:
a) A risk of accidental explosion or release of hazardous
substances (including, but not limited to: oil, pesticides,
chemicals or radiation)? SOURCE(S): Speculative ❑ E3. ❑
industrial development proposed; to be further reviewed
when future use is proposed; Refer to Environmental
Evaluation.
b) Possible interference with an emergency response plan
or emergency evacuation plan? SOURCE(S): N/A; Azusa 11 El ■
General Plan.
c) The creation of any health hazard or potential health
hazard? SOURCE(S): Speculative industrial development Cl El ❑
proposed; to be further reviewed when future use is
proposed; Refer to Environmental Evaluation.
d) Exposure of people to existing sources of potential health
hazards? SOURCE(S): Azusa General Plan. ❑ ❑ ❑
e) Increased fire hazard in areas with flammable brush,
grass, or trees? SOURCE(s): Azusa General Plan. ❑ ❑ ❑
X. NOISE. Would the proposal result in:
a) Increases in existing noise levels? SOURCE(S): Azusa ❑ ❑ ❑
General Plan Noise Element; Refer to Environmental
Evaluation.
b) Exposure of people to severe noise levels? SOURCE(S): ❑ ❑ ❑
Azusa General Plan Noise Element; surrounding
industrial uses; Refer to Environmental Evaluation.
XI. PUBLIC SERVICES. Would the proposal have an effect
upon, or result in a need for new or altered government
services in any of the following areas:
a) Fire protection? SOURCE(S): L.A. County Fire ❑ ❑ ❑
Department; to meet all requirements during Plan Check
process.
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XII. UTILITIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS. Would the
Potentially
proposal result in a need for new systems or supplies, or
Issues and Supporting Information Sources:
Significant
a) Power or natural gas? SOURCE(s): Azusa Light &
Potentially
Unless
Less Than
Water Department has issued standard conditions.
Significant
Mitigation
Significant
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is for speculative industrial development.
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c) Local or regional water treatment or distribution
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Police protection ? SOURCE(S): Azusa Police
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Schools? SOURCE(S): No schools within immediate area;
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all surrounding land uses are industrial.
e) Storm water drainage? SOURCE(s): City Engineer has
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standard conditions.
g) Local or regional water supplies? SOURCE(S): Azusa
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conditions.
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proposal result in a need for new systems or supplies, or
substantial alterations to the following utilities:
a) Power or natural gas? SOURCE(s): Azusa Light &
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b) Communications systems? SOURCE(S): N/A; proposal
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c) Local or regional water treatment or distribution
facilities? SOURCE(S): Speculative industrial
development proposed; to be further reviewed when
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future use is proposed.
d) Sewer or septic tanks? SOURCE(S): City Engineer has
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e) Storm water drainage? SOURCE(s): City Engineer has
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f) Solid waste disposal? SOURCE(s): Trash enclosures to
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g) Local or regional water supplies? SOURCE(S): Azusa
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conditions.
XIII. AESTHETICS. Would the proposal:
a) Affect a scenic vista or scenic highway? SOURCE(S):
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b) Have a demonstrable negative aesthetic effect?
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architectural elements compatible with surroundings.
c) Create light or glare? SOURCE(S): Standard conditions
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lighting.
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Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Significant
Potentially Unless Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant No Impact
Impact Incorporated Impact
XIV. CULTURAL RESOURCES. Would the proposal:
a) Disturb paleontological resources? SOURCE(S): None Cl El E
identified - Azusa General Plan; previously graded.
b) Disturb archaeological resources? SOURCE(S): None El F-1
identified - Azusa General Plan; previously graded.
c) Affect historical resources? SOURCE(S): Azusa El El 1
General Plan Historic Preservation Element.
d) Have the potential to cause a physical change which
would affect unique ethnic cultural values? ■
SOURCE(S): N/A; Azusa General Plan.
e) Restrict existing religious or sacred uses within the
potential impact area? SOURCE(S): N/A; industrial ■
development. El El El
XV. RECREATION. Would the proposal:
a) Increase the demand for neighborhood or regional
parks or other recreational facilities?
SOURCE(S): Non-residential development.
b) Affect existing recreational opportunities? O
SOURCE(S): Not adjacent to recreational facilities.
XVI. EARLIER ANALYSES.
Earlier analyses may be used where, pursuant to the tiering, program EIR, or other CEQA process,
one or more effects have been adequately analyzed in an earlier EIR or Negative Declaration. (Section
15063(c)(3)(D).) In this case a discussion should identify the following:
a) Earlier analyses used. Identify earlier analyses and state where they are available for review.
N/A
b) Impacts adequately addressed. Identify which effects from the above checklist were within the scope of
and adequately analyzed in an earlier document pursuant to applicable legal standards, and state
whether such effects were addressed by mitigation measures based on the earlier analysis.
N/A
C) Mitigation measures. For effects that are "Less than Significant with Mitigation Incorporated,"
describe, on attached sheets, the mitigation measures which were incorporated or refined from the
earlier document and the extent to which they address site-specific conditions for the project.
N/A
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Issues and Supporting Information Sources: Significant
Potentially Unless Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant
Impact Incorporated Impact
XVII. MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE.
a) Does the project have the potential to degrade the
quality of the environment, substantially reduce
the habitat of a fish or wildlife species, cause a
fish or wildlife population to drop below self-
sustaining levels, threaten to eliminate a plant or
animal community, reduce the number or restrict
the range of a rare or endangered plant or animal
or eliminate important examples of the major
proceeds of California history or prehistory?
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b) Does the project have the potential to achieve
short-term, to the disadvantage of long-term,
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C) Does the project have impacts that are
individually limited, but cumulatively
considerable? ("Cumulatively considerable"
means that the incremental effects of a project
are considerable when viewed in connection with
the effects of past projects, the effects of other
current projects, and the effects of probable
future projects.) ❑ ❑ ❑
d) Does the project have environmental effects
which will cause substantial adverse effects on
human beings, either directly or indirectly? ❑ ❑ ❑
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AZUSA'�Lrr
DISCUSSION OF ENVIRONMENTAL EVALUATION (GPA -99-4, Z-99-3, TPM -
22519, P3-99-4)
I. LAND USE & PLANNING
a) Conflict with general plan designation or zoning - The site is proposed to be re-
zoned from a heavy manufacturing zone (M-2) to a light manufacturing zone
(M-1) to allow for a subdivision with smaller lot sizes. A General Plan
Amendment is also being processed to change the General Plan land use
designation from HI (Heavy Industrial) to LI (Light Industrial). The proposed
LI land use designation and M-1 zone allow for less intense uses, thereby,
reducing potential impacts associated with the existing HI and M-2 designations.
III. GEOLOGIC PROBLEMS
a) Fault rupture - The site is located approximately 200 feet north of the Hazard
Management Zone boundary for the Lower Duarte Fault as identified in the City's
General Plan Seismic Safety Element. Since the site is not within the boundaries
of the Hazard Management Zone, no additional distance from the fault must be
maintained for the proposed construction.
b & c) Seismic ground shaking/Seismic ground failure including liquefaction - The
ground shaking potential is considered moderate based on the distance to the
actual fault which is approximately 1000 feet southwest of the site and 200 feet to
the boundary of the Hazard Management Zone. The site is located in an area of
high liquefaction as identified by the State of California Seismic Hazards Zones
Map (September 1998). The proposed construction will be built according to
earthquake safety standards for projects within an area susceptible to liquefaction.
A liquefaction report will be required as part of the building plan check submittal.
g) Subsidence of the land - Due to the liquefaction susceptibility, the potential exists
for ground subsidence. The building foundation will be constructed to withstand
minor subsidence. This will be required to be addressed during building plan
check.
h) Expansive soils - It is unknown whether or not the site consists of expansive soils.
This, however, will be addressed in the soils report which must be submitted with
building plan check as a standard submittal.
IV. WATER
a) Changes in absoMtion rates, drainage patterns or the rate and amount of surface
rnnoff - Due to the change from dirt to pavement and new construction, surface
water runoff will increase. However, the street has existing curbs and gutters to
handle additional runoff.
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c) Discharge into surface water or other alteration of surface water quality - Due to
the industrial nature of the project, the potential exists for pollutants to be
discharged into surface water. However, the proposal is currently speculative.
Proposed future uses of the industrial buildings will require further review before
building occupancy can be established. At such time, an industrial waste water
permit may be required from the County and the City may require catch basins on
the site.
IV. AIR QUALITY
a) Violation of any air quality standard or contribute to an existing or projected air
quality violation - Since the uses to occupy the proposed buildings are
speculative, future uses may require extensive SCAQMD review and approval.
Air quality issues, however, will only be a factor when a use is proposed and will
mitigated at such time.
d) Creation of objectionable odors - Since the uses to occupy the proposed buildings
are speculative, it is likely that some future uses may emit offensive odors. Odor
issues, however, will only be a factor when a use is proposed and will be
mitigated at such time.
VI. TRANSPORTATION/CIRCULATION
a) Increased vehicle trips or traffic congestion - Although the number of vehicle trips
may increase slightly due to the proposed development, Todd Avenue has the
capacity to handle the additional vehicles as identified by the City's General Plan
as well as the City Engineer. Furthermore, the project does not include
distribution facilities which require several truck trips. As such, traffic congestion
and vehicle trips will be insignificant.
g) Rail. waterborne, or air traffic - The site is located just south of a railroad right -of
way. However, the right-of-way has been vacated and all railway traffic signals
and controls have been removed.
LY. HAZARDS
a & c) A risk of accidental explosion or release of hazardous substances/The creation of
any health hazard or potential health hazard - Since the uses to occupy the
proposed buildings are speculative, the potential exists for uses which may
employ hazardous substances or cause health hazards. Such hazards, however,
will only be a factor when a use is proposed and will be mitigated at such time.
X. NOISE
a & b) Increases in existing noise levels/Exposure of people to sever noise levels - Due to
the nature of industrial development, the potential exists for additional noise and
noise hazards. However, any use which exceeds the maximum permitted noise
levels will be required to be insulated or not allowed on the site. In addition,
labor laws require employers to protect their workers from severe noise exposure.
If. MITIGATION MEASURES
Describe mitigation measures included in the project, if any are needed, to avoid
potentially significant effects:
None required.
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0 ATTACHMENT 3
REVISED AT 5/26/99 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AS NOTED
Exhibit "A"
Case No: General Plan Amendment No.GPA-99-4, Zone Change No.Z-99-3, Tei
Parcel Map No. 25519 & Major Precise Plan of Design No. P3-99-4.
Address: 975 N. Todd Avenue
A.P.N.: 8605-016-416, 417, 418, 419 and 420
Project: A proposal for a General Plan amendment from HI (Heavy Industrial) to LI
(Light Industrial) and zone change from M-2 (Heavy Manufacturing) to M-1
(Light Manufacturing) for 6 out of 11 parcels, subdivision of 5 parcels into
11 parcels, and construction of 11 speculative industrial buildings.
THESE CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL SHALL BE, PRINTEDhON OR ATTACHED TO WORKING
DRAWINGS SUBMITTED TO THE BUILDING DIVISION FOR APPROVAL.
A. All requirements of the Engineering Division shall be met, including but not limited to
the following:
1. Construct or reconstruct driveway aprons as needed to accommodate traffic.
2. An on-site drainage plan shall be prepared and submitted to the City Engineer for approval
at the time of building plan check submittal for work in excess of 50 cubic yards.
3. A City Construction Permit shall be obtained for all work undertaken in the public
right-of-way. All work shall be done in accordance with City of Azusa Standards and
Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction (Green Book), latest edition and to
the satisfaction of the City Engineer or his designee and shall be completed before issuance
of Certificate of Occupancy.
4. The contractor shall take every step necessary to contain all dirt, construction materials, and
construction run-off on site. No grading or construction -related debris, either directly or
indirectly carred by water, will be permitted to leave the construction site.
B. All requirements of the Planning Division shall be met, including but not limited to the
following:
1. The approval hereby granted is conditional upon the privileges being utilized within six (6)
months after the effective date thereof and if they are not utilized or construction work is not
begun within said time and carried on diligently in accordance with conditions imposed, this
approval shall become void and any permission or privilege granted hereby shall be deemed
to have elapsed.
2. All future uses shall comply with Section 88-1140 of the Azusa Municipal Code.
3. All applicable Building Department and Fire Department requirements shall be met.
4. Prior to submitting for Building Department plan check, applicant shall submit a revised plot
plan subject to the review and approval by the Community Development Director. The
revised plan shall show compliance with the following:
a. Sidewalks are required; site plan shall indicate sidewalk improvements with a
minimum 4 -foot -wide landscaped parkway; a detail of the sidewalk shall be
submitted with the revised plans.
b. Revised elevations and materials board shall be submitted; elevations shall include
recessed windows, vaned colors and tones, and textured finish on the building
elevations to the satisfaction of the Community Development Director.
5. Parking equivalent to one space per 500 sq.ft. of floor area shall be provided and maintained
in accordance with Chapter 88, Article VII, of the Azusa Municipal Code provided that the
office space does not exceed 25% of the total floor area.
6. One loading space per site shall be provided and maintained in size of not less than 10' in
width, 22' in length, and 14' in height.
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GPA -99-4; Z-99-3; TPM -25519; P3-99-4
7. Parking of vehicles on areas other than paved surfaces or in garages is prohibited.
8. Parking shall be striped and shall have adequate guards for protection of other vehicles on
same lot. A minimum two -foot wide 6" continuous concrete curb or wheel stops shall be
placed in front of any parking space abutting a building or property line. Wheel stops,
however, shall only be allowed as an option in parking areas screened from public view.
9. Landscaping shall be adequately maintained at all times including, but not limited to,
irrigation, weeding, and/or replacement when necessary.
10. Three sets of landscape and irrigation plans shall be submitted to the Planning Division for
review and approval of location and percentage of coverage. Said plans shall be 24" by 36"
and in compliance with City of Azusa landscape design standards. Plans will be routed by
the Planning Division to the Public Works Department for approval of plant material and
irrigation. A minimum of one on-site tree per five parking spaces shall be provided (sizes
to be determined by the Parks Division of the Public Works Department).
11. The premises shall be maintained in a clean and acceptable condition at all times. All
buildings and walls shall be maintained in good repair at all times. Any offensive markings
shall be removed immediately. Any graffiti shall be painted over within seven (7) days to
match existing wall in color and tone.
12. Adequate trash enclosures(s) shall provided and maintained at all times. Such enclosures
shall be fully screened from public view by means of decorative masonry walls served by
solid full height gates. Said gates shall also be maintained in good and operating repair at
all times. The storage of any and all trash other than the trash storage area or higher than the
screened walls around said storage area is prohibited. Enclosure location must be approved
by the local trash contractor. Dumpster(s) to remain in enclosure(s) at all times.
13. A deeerative masenry wall six feet (6) minimum in height shall be provided and maintained
along the western property line of the site (rear). A six-foot high wrought -iron fence shall
be provided and maintained at the seethermnost an northernmost property lines. The
Planning Division shall review the wall and fence proposal for approval prior to its
installation ("decorative masonry" & "southernmost' deleted by P.C. on 5/26/99).
14. Outside storage of any and all materials, equipment, etc., shall be allowed only within areas
fully screened on all sides by a six foot (6) splitface or slumpstone masonry block wall or
other opaque fencing materials where appropriate to the satisfaction of the Planning
Division. No storage shall occur on top of any parking space, drive aisle, or landscaped area.
15. All illuminated sign and parking lot lighting shall be located, aimed and/or shielded to
prevent lights from shining or reflecting on adjacent property. All parking and storage areas
shall be properly lit in accordance with the Police Department requirements.
16. All signs must comply with the sign regulations set forth in Chapter 88, Article VIII. of the
Azusa Municipal Code to include restrictions on sign area, sign types, sign materials, and
sign height.
17. All roof equipment shall be screened to the satisfaction of the Community Development
Director.
18. All handling and storage of hazardous waste, materials, or chemicals shall be in accordance
with all applicable State, Federal, or local laws.
19. Parking area entries shall be constructed of colored stamped concrete or decorative paving.
20. No trucks with trailers shall be allowed to park in the front parking lots. Loading and
unloading shall be limited to the rear of the sites.
21. A geotechnical and liquefaction report will be required as part of the building plan check
submittal.
22. A Reciprocal Access Agreement shall be recorded between parcels sharing access. This shall
be accomplished prior to issuance of final Certificate of Occupancy. Proof of recording shall
be submitted to the Planning Division for the case file.
23. All electrical panels shall be located on the sides of each building. For Buildings E - H, the
panels shall be recessed into the side walls so as to not obstruct the driveways or located in
the rear of the buildings with bollards for protection.
C. All requirements of the Public Works Department shall be met, including but not
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REVISED AT 5/26/99 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
GPA -99-4; Z-99-3; TPM -25519; P3-99-4
limited to the following:
1. No work within the public right of way shall be commenced without first obtaining a public
works permit.
2. A minimum of twenty (20) parkway trees are required, located no closer than 30 ft. nor
greater than 65 ft. apart and shall be irrigated per City Plan specifications. Variety is to be
specified by Superintendent and shall be at least 15 gallon size.
3. Landscape and irrigation plans shall show locations, quantities, sizes, and types of plant
materials, as well as design of an automatic irrigation system. No final release from this
department shall be granted until these plans have been approved.
D. All requirements of the Building Division shall be met, including but not limited to the
following:
1. Applicant shall conform to the 1994 Uniform Building Codes, State of California 1995
amendments, and all applicable Azusa Municipal Ordinances.
2. All plan check fees shall be paid at the time of plan check submittal. Once plan check is
completed and approved, applicant shall be responsible to pay in full all other appropriate
development fees (i.e. school district fees, water reimbursement) prior to issuance of any
building permit.
3. Electrical, mechanical, plumbing plan check fees are required.
4. Energy plan check fees are required.
5. Applicant shall submit four (4) copies of foundation, framing, floor and elevation plans for
plan check.
6. Structural, architectural, electrical, mechanical, plumbing plans shall be designed by a State
of California Registered Engineer, or a State of California Registered Architect.
7. Applicant shall submit two (2) copies of structural calculations simultaneous with the
construction plans.
8. Applicant shall submit two (2) copies of energy calculations simultaneous with the
construction plans.
9. Electrical, mechanical, plumbing plans shall be submitted for plan check simultaneous with
the construction plans.
10. Applicant shall submit two (2) copies of soil report simultaneous with the construction plans.
11. Prior to issuance of a permit, the applicant shall submit approval from the Los Angeles
County Fire Department.
12. Special Condition: Geotechnical Study must be completed for this site as part of Building
Division plan check submittal. This site falls within the Area of Potential Liquefaction.
13. Applicant recognizes that approval granted is for planning and zoning only and the owner
is obligated to meet all applicable Building Division requirements.
E. That all conditions of the Water Department shall be met, including but not limited to
the following:
1. Will require a detector check valve.
2. Will require approved backflow devices.
2. Plan check is required. Inspection and plan check fees must be paid to Light and Water
Department before a Building Permit will be issued.
3. This project is subject to Ordinance 96-08, Chapter 78-471, City of Azusa Municipal Code
entitled "Water system Development Fee". Fee must be paid to the Light and Water
Department before a Building Permit will be issued (5.36 acres = $75,814.84).
4. This project may require fire flow availability information before the L.A. County Fire
Department will approve a building permit.
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REVISED AT 5/26/99 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
GPA -99-4; Z-99-3; TPM -25519; P3-99-4
F. That all conditions of the Light Department shall be met, including but not limited to
the following:
1. Contact Light Department as soon as possible for specifications and requirements.
2. Electric panel(s) cannot be enclosed due to access requirements.
3. Utilities shall be undergrounded. Developer to provide all conduits, pull boxes, transformer
pads, street lights as necessary.
4. Service is to be undergrounded.
5. New electrical panels shall be located outside building premises.
6. Provide electrical load information. Transformer will not be ordered until information is
supplied and a percentage of the transformer cost is deposited with the Light Department.
There is an 18-23 week delivery on transformers.
7. Special Conditions FOR NEW COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL CONSTRUCTION -
owner/developer will submit two (2) sets of plans showing the following:
a. Site survey plan of building to include additions & remodeling foundation,
elevations, sections and location of existing electric easements.
b. Electric service desired, electrical load calculation and single line diagram.
C. Locations of electric meter panel and main switchgear on or in building and
drawings, if necessary.
d. Location of transformer pad and related substructures.
8. Owner/project developer shall grant easement to the City for underground electric facilities
installed in property.
9 Owner/project developer shall pay for any relocation of electric facilities necessary for site
improvement.
10. Prior to energizing electric service, owner/project developer shall comply with all Azusa
Light & Water requirements per Utility Rules and Regulation.
G. All requirements of the Police Department shall be met, including but not limited to the
following:
1. Alarm system shall include burglar, smoke and fire.
2. Interior of buildings shall be kept illuminated during hours of darkness.
3. Easy to read address numbering shall be installed on exterior of building.
4. Building and parking lot lighting shall be adequate to illuminate the entire premises.
5. Any proposed landscape hedges on the perimeter of the building and property shall be
limited to a maximum height of three (3) feet.
H. That all conditions of the Fire Department shall be met, including but not limited to the
following:
Fire Department conditions shall be established during Building plan check review.
2. Contact Andy Wells
FIRE PREVENTION DIVISION
5823 RICKENBACKER ROAD
COMMERCE, CA 90040
(323)890-4125
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• ATTACHMENT 4
J 4tALu31%°Q COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
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Report To The '
OAZuSA-0 Planning Commission
MEETING DATE: May 26, 1999 CASE NO(s): GPA -99-4, Z-99-3,
TPM -25519 & P3-99-4
APPLICANT: RRK Properties c/o Kevin Coleman
LOCATION: 975 N. Todd Avenue ASSESSOR'S PARCEL #:
8605-016-416, 417, 418, 419 & 420
REQUEST: Approval of a General Plan Amendment to change the land use designation
from HI (Heavy Industrial) to LI (Light Industrial) and zone change from M2
(Heavy Manufacturing) to Ml (Light Manufacturing) for 6 out of 11 parcels,
subdivision of 5 parcels into 11 parcels, and construction of eleven (11)
speculative concrete tilt -up industrial buildings.
LAND USE ZONING:
GENERAL PLAN: Heavy Industrial
REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AREA:
ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION:
categorical exemption
XX negative declaration
environmental impact report
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
YES: XX NO:—(West End)
Based on substantial compliance with all provisions of the Azusa Municipal Code and conformance
with the General Plan and CEQA guidelines, staff recommends that the Planning Commission:
Recommend to City Council certification of the proposed Negative Declaration;
2. Recommend to City Council approval of General Plan Amendment No. GPA -99-4;
Recommend to City Council approval of Zone Change No. Z-99-3;
4. Recommend to City Council approval of Tentative Parcel Map No. 25519 subject to
the conditions of approval listed in the attached Exhibit A; and
ATTACHMENT 4
Staff Report: GPA -99-4, Z-99-3, TPM -25519 & P3-99-4
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5. Recommend to City Council approval of Precise Plan of Design No. P3-99-4 subject
to the conditions of approval listed in the attached Exhibit A.
FACTS:
The proposed development consists of four rectangularly -shaped parcels and one irregularly-
shaped parcel with lot areas of 46,588, 46,080 (2 parcels), 45,720 and 44,781 square feet,
respectively. Each parcel fronts onto Todd Avenue and abuts the Cal Mat Rock Quarry to
the rear.
2. The applicant proposes to subdivide these five (5) parcels into eleven (11) parcels and
construct one speculative industrial building on each lot with its own parking and reciprocal
access between certain parcels. The buildings are proposed as one-story, concrete tilt -ups
with the following total floor areas:
Building E (southernmost)
Building F
Building G
Building H
Building I
Building J
Building K
Building L
Building M
Building N
Building O (northernmost)
- 5,500 sq.ft.,
- 4,750 sq.ft.,
- 4,750 sq.ft.,
- 5,150 sq.ft.,
- 7,818 sq.ft.,
- 7,506 sq.ft.,
- 9,763 sq.ft.,
- 9,124 sq.ft.,
- 10,585 sq.ft.,
- 11,171 sq.ft., and
- 15,068 sq.ft.
The applicant also proposes to amend the General Plan land use designation of the
southernmost six (6) parcels with Buildings E through J from HI to LI and change the zoning
from M2 to Ml. This is being proposed to accommodate smaller lot sizes. Minimum lot
size in the HI and M2 designations is 20,000 square feet. The applicant believes there is a
larger demand for the smaller lots and buildings and has been working with our
Redevelopment Agency to develop the site accordingly. The six (6) resulting LI & Ml lots
will range in size from 13,765 to 18,777 square feet. The other five (5) parcels will have lot
sizes ranging from 21,690 to 42,718 square feet. In addition, since the site is in a
Redevelopment Project Area, all future uses will require Executive Director approval.
ANALYSIS:
Site Characteristics
1. The entire site consists of vacant land. Evidence of previous grading exists. A 6 -foot high
chain-link fence and 8 -foot high oleander screen the site from public view along Todd
Avenue. This buffer was most likely installed to block visibility of the Cal Mat rock quarry
located adjacent to and west of the site.
The land is relatively flat. However, the rear property line which separates the parcels from
the rock quarry also represents a dividing line between grade changes. West of this property
line, the land dips down towards the rock quarry at approximately a 45 degree angle.
Surrounding Land Uses
2. All of the surrounding land uses are industrial. The Cal Mat rock quarry is located directly
west of the site within the M2 District. An industrial office building and parking lot are
located to the south and a railroad right-of-way and manufacturing plant for oil refinery
catalysts (Criterion Catalyst) are located to the north. These uses are also within the M2
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District. The Southern California Gas Company is located across Todd Avenue to the cast
along with several industrial warehouses consisting of businesses such as plumbing, painting,
cabinet-making, and aluminum tubing manufacturing. These uses are located within the SP-
1 (West End Specific Plan) District.
General Plan & Zoning Code Conformance
3. The proposed project is presently not consistent with the General Plan and Zoning Code in
that six (6) out of the eleven (11) parcels do not meet the minimum 20,000 square -foot lot
size requirement of the General Plan HI designation and Zoning Code M2 designation.
However, a request for a General Plan Amendment and Zone Change has been submitted to
change the land use designations to LI & M1 in order to allow the smaller lot sizes. The
difference between the Heavy Industrial and Light Industrial designations pertains to the
intensity of the uses permitted. The Light designation is intended to accommodate moderate-
size industries which pose limited environmental impact in terms of noise, traffic, hazardous
materials, and other health safety risks. The Heavy designation, on the other hand, is for a
broader range of industrial uses which may include more intense activities such as surface
mining, waste disposal, and steel fabrication. Since the proposed buildings are speculative
in nature, future uses would require staff review prior to occupancy to determine if further
planning permits are necessary.
4. Overall, the proposal meets the General Plan's Industrial Land Use Goals which include a
strong and diversified industrial sector, the elimination of blight and deterioration in
industrial areas, and improvements to existing industrial areas in order to improve the
opportunities for future industrial growth [Azusa General Plan, Industrial Land Use Goals
#1 & #2, page III -4]. In addition, the project meets all of the applicable provisions of the
Zoning Code as indicated in the Zoning Code Conformance Table below with the exception
of the minimum lot size requirements for which a zone change is being requested.
ZONING CODE CONFORMANCE TABLE
CATEGORY
ZONING CODE
PROPOSAL
Permitted Use
Warehouse/General
Industrial Buildings
Manufacturing
(Speculative)
Max. Bldg. Height
100 ft.(M2);
30 ft.
4 stories or 55 feet (M1)
Max. Lot Coverage
60%
Bldg. E: 35%
Bldg. F: 35%
Bldg. G: 34%
Bldg. H: 34%
Bldg. I: 42%
Bldg. J: 40%
Bldg. K: 45%
Bldg. L: 42%
Bldg. M: 44%
Bldg. N: 47%
Bldg. 0: 35%
Staff Report: GPA -99-4, Z-99-3, TPM -25519 & P3-994
Page 4 of 7
CATEGORY
ZONING CODE
PROPOSAL
Minimum Setbacks
Front Yard
10 ft. minimum
10 ft. minimum up to 59 ft.
Side Yard
- Interior
None Required
0 - 65 ft.
- Street Side
N/A
N/A
- Abutting Residential
N/A
N/A
Rear Yard
- Interior
None Required
6 ft. minimum up to 65 ft.
- Street Side
N/A
N/A
- Abutting Residential
N/A
N/A
Distance Between Buildings
As Required by Fire Code
As Required by Fire Code
Loading Area
1 for buildings between
5 loading areas (1 per bldg.
10,000-40,000 sf of Gross
over 10,000 sf : Buildings K -
Floor Area (G.F.A.)
0)
Trash Enclosures
Must be provided for any
One enclosure per site to
development in any
meet City dimensional and
industrial zone
accessibility standards.
Driveway Dimensions
20 ft. width for two-way
28 ft. minimum widths
with 25 ft. turning radius
and > 25 ft. turning radius
Parking Space Dimensions
(2 R. overhang counted towards depth
where landscaping is> 6 feet wide)
Standard
9'x 20' minimum
9'x 20'
Compact
8'x 17' minimum
8'x 17'
Handicap
Per Title 24 of State Code of
Per Title 24 of State Code of
Regulations
Regulations
Parking Space Number
1 per 500 sq.ft. of Gross
1 per 500 sq.ft.
Floor Area =
Bldg. E: 11 (5,500 sf)
Bldg. E: 13
Bldg. F: 10 (4,750 so
Bldg. F: 11
Bldg. G: 10 (4,750 so
Bldg. G: 12
Bldg. H: 10 (5,150 so
Bldg. H: 19
Bldg. I: 16 (7,818 so
Bldg. I: 18
Bldg. J: 15 (7,506 so
Bldg. J: 18
Bldg. K: 19 (9,763 so
Bldg. K: 19
Bldg. L: 18 (9,124 so
Bldg. L: 19
Bldg. M: 21 (10,585 so
Bldg. M: 22
Bldg. N: 22 (11,171 so
Bldg. N: 22
Bldg. 0: 30 (15,068 so
Bldg. 0: 30
Compact
25% maximum and located
0 %;
only on one side of an aisle
Handicap
Per Title 24 of State Code of
Per Title 24 of State Code of
Regulations
Regulations
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Staff Report: GPA -99-4, Z-99-3, TPM -25519 & P3-994
Page 5 of 7
CATEGORY
ZONING CODE
PROPOSAL
Landscaping
10% minimum of all surface
parking areas (s.p.a.)
including drive aisles =
Bldg. E:
Bldg, E: 1,414 sf (14%)
10,043 sf s.p.a. x .10 =
1,004 sf minimum
Bldg. F:
Bldg. F: 1,206 sf (13%)
9,015 sf s.p.a. x .10 =
902 sf minimum
Bldg. G:
Bldg. G: 1,186 sf (13%)
9,153 sf s.p.a. x .10 =
915 sf minimum
Bldg. H:
Bldg. H: 1,353 sf (14%)
9,808 sf s.p.a. x .10 =
981 sf minimum
Bldg. I:
Bldg. l: 1,640 sf (15%)
10,855 sf s.p.a. x .10 =
1,086 sf minimum
Bldg. J:
Bldg. J: 2,260 sf (20%)
11,271 sf s.p.a. x.10 =
1,127 sf minimum
Bldg. K:
Bldg. K: 1,982 sf (17%)
11,927 sf s.p.a. x .10 =
1,193 sf minimum
Bldg. L:
Bldg. L: 2,002 sf (16%)
12,578 sf s.p.a. x .10 =
1,258 sf minimum
Bldg. M:
Bldg. M: 2,358 sf (18%)
13,228 sf s.p.a. x .10 =
1,323 sf minimum
Bldg. N:
Bldg. N: 1,796 sf (14%)
12,536 sf s.p.a. x .10 =
1,254 sf minimum
Bldg. O:
Bldg. O: 6,967 sf (25%)
27,650 sf s.p.a. x .10 =
2,765 sf minimum
5 ft. width where parking
10 - 20 ft. provided on front
abuts public right-of-way or
where parking is visible from
adjacent property on sides
Building Design, Colors, and Materials
5. All of the buildings are proposed as concrete tilt -ups with similar design features. The
building design is contemporary in style and consists of square and rectangular features with
comer offices. The front elevations have windows with solar glazing (window tinting) and
a series of horizontal and vertical reveals. The side and rear elevations provide horizontal
and vertical reveals for articulation as well as different shades of color. The applicant
recently revised the building elevations to show more color variation and a ribbed texture
along the corner offices. This was made a condition of approval which the applicant has
satisfied (Refer to Exhibit A, Condition B4b).
Staff Report: GPA -99-4, Z-99-3, TPM -25519 & P3-99-4
Page 6 of 7
6. The buildings can be grouped into four distinct styles. The smaller buildings, E -H, share the
common features of a 60' front yard setback parking upfront, identical front elevations, and
approximately 5,000 square -foot building size. Buildings I and J represent another group of
buildings with an L-shaped floor plan, larger rear yard areas, and 7,500-7,800 square -foot
building areas. Buildings K and L have 9,100-9,700 square -foot building areas, similar front
building elevations, and similar side and rear parking configurations. Buildings M -O are
further distinguished from the other buildings with regards to front elevation, size, and
parking lot configurations. These buildings have a 45 degree comer office design with
concrete trellis structures connected to the buildings by steel beams.
7. The applicant proposes two sets of building colors - 1. grey tones with green accents and
aluminum trim and 2. earth tones with red accents and bronze trim. The applicant is
proposing to break up the sides of the buildings by varying the shade of color between
reveals on each elevation. Colored elevations will be provided at the Planning Commission
hearing to illustrate this proposal.
Traffic & Circulation
8. According to the Institute of Transportation Engineers Summary of Trip Generation Rates
(Stover & Koepke, 1988) and based on speculative industrial development, the site may
generate an average of 635 "to and from" vehicle trips per day based on the proposed 91,000
square feet of building area. Todd Avenue is identified by the General Plan as a secondary
arterial with a 75 -foot wide right-of-way. It is also identified as part of the City's truck route
which is intended to relieve congestion, separate trucks from residential areas, and promote
a safe and efficient flow of traffic. In addition, the project is not intended nor designed for
major distribution facilities. Each site over 9,000 square feet proposes one truck loading
dock in compliance with the Zoning Code and has no parking provisions for large trucks
with trailers. The City Engineer Division has reviewed the proposal and has concluded that
truck trips are anticipated to be insignificant to the flow of traffic on Todd Avenue. Standard
conditions have been issued.
GENERAL PLAN & ZONING MAP AMENDMENT FINDINGS:
1. The proposed amendment is in the public interest in that it will allow uses which are
presently lacking in the industrial sector of the City to be developed and, therefore, satisfy
the market demand for such development. Furthermore, the project will provide
improvements to an otherwise desolate area.
2. The proposed amendments are consistent with the goals, policies, and objectives of the
General Plan in that they involve changing the land use designation to a less intense but
similar use. The Ml designation will not allow uses that are presently prohibited in the
existing M2 district. Therefore, the objectives of the industrial designations of the General
Plan will remain consistent.
3. The proposed amendments will not conflict with the provisions of the zoning ordinance,
subdivision regulations, or any applicable specific plan in that a zone change and tentative
parcel map application have been submitted with this request and have been found to in
conformance with the Subdivision Map Act and Zoning Ordinance with the exception of the
Zone Change which is being sought with this project consideration.
4. The proposed zone change will not adversely affect surrounding properties in that the uses
allowed within the Ml district are generally permitted within the existing M2 district. The
change will allow less sensitive uses, thereby, reducing any potential impacts associated with
heavier industrial uses.
Staff Report: GPA -99-4, Z-99-3, TPM -25519 & P3-99-4
Page 7 of 7
PRECISE PLAN OF DESIGN FINDINGS:
In accordance with Section 88-585 of the Azusa Municipal Code, it is found that the project
would not unreasonably interfere with the use or enjoyment of property in the vicinity and
would not adversely affect the public peace, health, safety or general welfare in that the
proposal is in conformance with the General Plan and is considered a permitted use in the
district in which it is located. All surrounding uses are industrial and partake in similar daily
functions. Since the proposal is speculative in nature, each use to occupy the proposed
buildings will be required to obtain, at a minimum, separate City approval through Planning
Division review and Building Division Certificate of Occupancy issuance. Furthermore, the
project will be developed in accordance with all of the applicable provisions of the Zoning
Code. All City divisions and departments have indicated the ability to support the
development and have issued standard conditions of approval.
CONCLUSION:
The proposed project is in conformance with the City's General Plan and Zoning Code. Positive
findings of fact have been made for the proposed applications. Furthermore, the project has met the
State's CEQA guidelines for environmental review. As such, staff believes the project merits
approval subject to the attached conditions and standard requirements.
RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED:
ROY E. BRUCKNER DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
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Gus4avo/om&oAssociate Planner
REBB W/GTR/LMR
Attachments
Exhibit A - Conditions of Approval and Standard Requirements
Exhibit B - Site Plan/Floor Plan and Elevations
Exhibit C - Vicinity Map and General Plan & Zoning Amendment Map
Exhibit D - Initial Study w/Proposed Negative Declaration
Exhibit "A"
Case No: General Plan Amendment No.GPA-99-4, Zone Change No.Z-99-3, Tentative
Parcel Map No. 25519 & Major Precise Plan of Design No. P3-99-4.
Address: 975 N. Todd Avenue
A.P.N.: 8605-016-416, 417, 418, 419 and 420
Project: A proposal for a General Plan amendment from HI (Heavy Industrial) to LI
(Light Industrial) and zone change from M-2 (Heavy Manufacturing) to M -I
(Light Manufacturing) for 6 out of 11 parcels, subdivision of 5 parcels into
11 parcels, and construction of 11 speculative industrial buildings.
A. All requirements of the Engineering Division shall be met, including but not limited to
the following:
1. Construct or reconstruct driveway aprons as needed to accommodate traffic.
2. An on-site drainage plan shall be prepared and submitted to the City Engineer for approval
at the time of building plan check submittal for work in excess of 50 cubic yards.
3. A City Construction Permit shall be obtained for all work undertaken in the public
right-of-way. All work shall be done in accordance with City of Azusa Standards and
Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction (Green Book), latest edition and to
the satisfaction of the City Engineer or his designee and shall be completed before issuance
of Certificate of Occupancy.
4. The contractor shall take every step necessary to contain all dirt, construction materials, and
construction run-off on site. No grading or construction -related debris, either directly or
indirectly carried by water, will be permitted to leave the construction site.
B. All requirements of the Planning Division shall be met, including but not limited to the
following:
1. The approval hereby granted is conditional upon the privileges being utilized within six (6)
months after the effective date thereof and if they are not utilized or construction work is not
begun within said time and carried on diligently in accordance with conditions imposed, this
approval shall become void and any permission or privilege granted hereby shall be deemed
to have elapsed.
2. All future uses shall comply with Section 88-1140 of the Azusa Municipal Code.
3. All applicable Building Department and Fire Department requirements shall be met.
4. Prior to submitting forBuilding Department plan check, applicant shall submit a revised plot
plan subject to the review and approval by the Community Development Director. The
revised plan shall show compliance with the following:
a. Sidewalks are required; site plan shall indicate sidewalk improvements with a
minimum 4 -foot -wide landscaped parkway; a detail of the sidewalk shall be
submitted with the revised plans.
b. Revised elevations and materials board shall be submitted; elevations shall include
recessed windows, varied colors and tones, and textured finish on the building
elevations to the satisfaction of the Community Development Director.
5. Parking equivalent to one space per 500 sq.ft. of floor area shall be provided and maintained
in accordance with Chapter 88, Article VII, of the Azusa Municipal Code provided that the
office space does not exceed 25% of the total floor area.
6. One loading space per site shall be provided and maintained in size of not less than 10' in
width, 22' in length, and 14' in height.
7. Parking of vehicles on areas other than paved surfaces or in garages is prohibited.
Page 1 of 4 Exhibit "A"
GPA -99-4; Z-99-3; TPM -25519; P3-99-4
8. Parking shall be striped and shall have adequate guards for protection of other vehicles on
same lot. A minimum two -foot wide 6" continuous concrete curb or wheel stops shall be
placed in front of any parking space abutting a building or property line. Wheel stops,
however, shall only be allowed as an option in parking areas screened from public view.
9. Landscaping shall be adequately maintained at all times including, but not limited to,
irrigation, weeding, and/or replacement when necessary.
10. Three sets of landscape and irrigation plans shall be submitted to the Planning Division for
review and approval of location and percentage of coverage. Said plans shall be 24" by 36"
and in compliance with City of Azusa landscape design standards. Plans will be routed by
the Planning Division to the Public Works Department for approval of plant material and
irrigation. A minimum of one on-site tree per five parking spaces shall be provided (sizes
to be determined by the Parks Division of the Public Works Department).
11. The premises shall be maintained in a clean and acceptable condition at all times. All
buildings and walls shall be maintained in good repair at all times. Any offensive markings
shall be removed immediately. Any graffiti shall be painted over within seven (7) days to
match existing wall in color and tone.
12. Adequate trash enclosures(s) shall provided and maintained at all times. Such enclosures
shall be fully screened from public view by means of decorative masonry walls served by
solid full height gates. Said gates shall also be maintained in good and operating repair at
all times. The storage of any and all trash other than the trash storage area or higher than the
screened walls around said storage area is prohibited. Enclosure location must be approved
by the local trash contractor. Dumpster(s) to remain in enclosure(s) at all times.
13. A decorative masonry wall six feet (6) minimum in height shall be provided and maintained
along the western property line of the site (rear). A six-foot high wrought -iron fence shall
be provided and maintained at the southernmost and northernmost property lines. The
Planning Division shall review the wall and fence proposal for approval prior to its
installation.
14. Outside storage of any and all materials, equipment, etc., shall be allowed only within areas
fully screened on all sides by a six foot (6) splitface or slumpstone masonry block wall or
other opaque fencing materials where appropriate to the satisfaction of the Planning
Division. No storage shall occur on top of any parking space, drive aisle, or landscaped area.
15. All illuminated sign and parking lot lighting shall be located, aimed and/or shielded to
prevent lights from shining or reflecting on adjacent property. All parking and storage areas
shall be properly lit in accordance with the Police Department requirements.
16. All signs must comply with the sign regulations set forth in Chapter 88, Article VIII. of the
Azusa Municipal Code to include restrictions on sign area, sign types, sign materials, and
sign height.
17. All roof equipment shall be screened to the satisfaction of the Community Development
Director.
18. All handling and storage of hazardous waste, materials, or chemicals shall be in accordance
with all applicable State, Federal, or local laws.
19. Parking area entries shall be constructed of colored stamped concrete or decorative paving.
20. No trucks with trailers shall be allowed to park in the front parking lots. Loading and
unloading shall be limited to the rear of the sites.
21. A geotechnical and liquefaction report will be required as part of the building plan check
submittal.
22. A Reciprocal Access Agreement shall be recorded between parcels sharing access. This shall
be accomplished prior to issuance of final Certificate of Occupancy. Proof ofrecording shall
be submitted to the Planning Division for the case file.
23. All electrical panels shall be located on the sides of each building. For Buildings E - H, the
panels shall be recessed into the side walls so as to not obstruct the driveways or located in
the rear of the buildings with bollards for protection.
Page 2 of 4 Exhibit "A"
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GPA -99-4; Z-99-3; TPM -25519; P3-99-4
C. All requirements of the Public Works Department shall be met, including but not
limited to the following:
1. No work within the public right of way shall be commenced without first obtaining a public
works permit.
2. A minimum of twenty (20) parkway trees are required, located no closer than 30 ft. nor
greater than 65 ft. apart and shall be irrigated per City Plan specifications. Variety is to be
specified by Superintendent and shall be at least 15 gallon size.
3. Landscape and irrigation plans shall show locations, quantities, sizes, and types of plant
materials, as well as design of an automatic irrigation system. No final release from this
department shall be granted until these plans have been approved.
D. All requirements of the Building Division shall be met, including but not limited to the
following:
1. Applicant shall conform to the 1994 Uniform Building Codes, State of California 1995
amendments, and all applicable Azusa Municipal Ordinances.
2. All plan check fees shall be paid at the time of plan check submittal. Once plan check is
completed and approved, applicant shall be responsible to pay in full all other appropriate
development fees (i.e. school district fees, water reimbursement) ,prior to issuance of any
building permit.
3. Electrical, mechanical, plumbing plan check fees are required.
4. Energy plan check fees are required.
5. Applicant shall submit four (4) copies of foundation, framing, floor and elevation plans for
plan check.
6. Structural, architectural, electrical, mechanical, plumbing plans shall be designed by a State
of California Registered Engineer, or a State of California Registered Architect.
7. Applicant shall submit two (2) conies of structural calculations simultaneous with the
construction plans.
8. Applicant shall submit two (2) copies of energy calculations simultaneous with the
construction plans.
9. Electrical, mechanical, plumbing plans shall be submitted for plan check simultaneous with
the construction plans.
10. Applicant shall submit two (2) copies of soil report simultaneous with the construction plans.
11. Prior to issuance of a permit, the applicant shall submit approval from the Los Angeles
County Fire Department.
12. Special Condition: Geotechnical Study must be completed for this site as part of Building
Division plan check submittal. This site falls within the Area of Potential Liquefaction.
13. Applicant recognizes that approval granted is for planning and zoning only and the owner
is obligated to meet all applicable Building Division requirements.
E. That all conditions of the Water Department shall be met, including but not limited to
the following:
1. Will require a detector check valve.
2. Will require approved backflow devices.
2. Plan check is required. Inspection and plan check fees must be paid to Light and Water
Department before a Building Permit will be issued.
3. This project is subject to Ordinance 96-08, Chapter 78-471, City of Azusa Municipal Code
entitled "Water system Development Fee". Fee must be paid to the Light and Water
Department before a Building Permit will be issued (5.36 acres = $75.814.84).
4. This project may require fire flow availability information before the L.A. County Fire
Department will approve a building permit.
Page 3 of 4 Exhibit "A"
GPA -99-4; Z-99-3; TPM -25519; P3-99-4
F. That all conditions of the Light Department shall be met, including but not limited to
the following:
1. Contact Light Department as soon as possible for specifications and requirements.
2. Electric panel(s) cannot be enclosed due to access requirements.
3. Utilities shall be undergrounded. Developer to provide all conduits, pull boxes, transformer
pads, street lights as necessary.
4. Service is to be undergrounded.
5. New electrical panels shall be located outside building premises.
6. Provide electrical load information. Transformer will not be ordered until information is
supplied and a percentage of the transformer cost is deposited with the Light Department.
There is an 18-23 week delivery on transformers.
7. Special Conditions FOR NEW COMMERCIALANDUSTRIAL CONSTRUCTION -
owner/developer will submit two (2) sets of plans showing the following:
a. Site survey plan of building to include additions & remodeling foundation,
elevations, sections and location of existing electric easements.
b. Electric service desired, electrical load calculation and single line diagram.
C. Locations of electric meter panel and main switchgear on or in building and
drawings, if necessary.
d. Location of transformer pad and related substructures.
8. Owner/project developer shall grant easement to the City for underground electric facilities
installed in property.
9 Owner/project developer shall pay for any relocation of electric facilities necessary for site
improvement.
10. Prior to energizing electric service, owner/project developer shall comply with all Azusa
Light & Water requirements per Utility Rules and Regulation.
G. All requirements of the Police Department shall be met, including but not limited to the
following:
1. Alarm system shall include burglar, smoke and fire.
2. Interior of buildings shall be kept illuminated during hours of darkness.
3. Easy to read address numbering shall be installed on exterior of building.
4. Building and parking lot lighting shall be adequate to illuminate the entire premises.
5. Any proposed landscape hedges on the perimeter of the building and property shall be
limited to a maximum height of three (3) feet.
H. That all conditions of the Fire Department shall be met, including but not limited to the
following:
Fire Department conditions shall be established during Building plan check review.
2. Contact Andy Wells
FIRE PREVENTION DIVISION
5823 RICKENBACKER ROAD
COMMERCE, CA 90040
(323) 890-4125
Page 4 of 4 Exhibit "A"
FXHIBIT "C"
Vicinity Map & General Plan/Zoning Amendment Map
GPA -99-4, Z-99-3, TPM -25519 & P3-99-4
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EXHIBIT "C"