HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution No. 2016-C66RESOLUTION NO. 2016-C66
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA APPROVING
DESIGN REVIEW NO. DR -2016-12 TO ALLOW THE CONSTRUCTION OF AN
APPROXIMATELY 81,398 -SQUARE -FOOT MEDITATION HALL, EIGHT ONE- AND
TWO-STORY ORGANIZATIONAL HOUSING BUILDINGS, A 742 -SQUARE -FOOT
STORAGE/WORSHOP BUILDING, AND ON-SITE AUXILIARY IMPROVEMENTS
WITHIN THE DHAMMAKAYA INTERNATIONAL MEDITATION CENTER LOCATED AT
865 EAST MONROVIA PLACE, AZUSA, CALIFORNIA
WHEREAS, the Dhammakaya International Meditation Center (DIMC) Specific Plan SP -8 ("Specific Plan")
was adopted and approved on the 215' day of September, 2015 and became effective 30 days later on the 21" day of
October, 2015; and
WHEREAS, an Environmental Impact Report pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines,
was prepared in connection with said entitlements, and was certified on September 21, 2015, (SCH42014121060); and
WHEREAS, the applicant is requesting to amend the Specific Plan to permit site plan and design modifications
to the Meditation Hall, Organizational Housing (dormitory buildings), and support infrastructure and landscaping; and
WHEREAS, on September 15, 2016, the Planning Commission ofthe Cityof Azusa, held a duly noticed public
hearing on the application to amend the DIMC Specific Plan SP -8, its related Design Review DR -2016-12, and its related
Addendum to Environmental Impact Report (SCH 2014121060) to construct an approximately 81,398 -square -foot
Meditation Hall, eight one- and two-story Organizational Housing buildings (to house up to 224 temporary guests and
staff members), a 742 -square -foot storage/workshop building, and on-site auxiliary improvements within the
Dhammakaya International Meditation Center Property, located at 865 East Monrovia Place; and
WHEREAS, at that hearing, all persons wishing to testify in connection with the Design Review No. DR 2016-
12 were heard and the application was fully studied, discussed and deliberated; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission after carefully considering all pertinent testimony and the staff report
offered in the case as presented at the public hearing, unanimously recommended the City Council approve DR -2016-12.
NOW THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS
FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1: The above Recitals are true and correct and are incorporated herein by this reference. .
SECTION 2: The proposed project is part of the continuing implementation of the DIMC Specific Plan
Amendment SP -8 as the entitlement document to facilitate a master plan for the development of a meditation center on
approximately 10.4 acres of land. An Addendum to DIMC Final Environmental Impact Report pursuant to the California
Environmental Quality Act Guidelines was prepared in connection with said entitlements, and that the Council finds that
said EIR Addendum is deemed adequate for the purpose of satisfying CEQA on this proposed project.
SECTION 3: In accordance with Section 6.4. Lc of the Dhammakaya International Meditation Center (DIMC)
Specific Plan, the City Council hereby approves Design Review DR -2016-12 based on the following findings:
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1. The project is consistent with the intent and provisions of the City's General Plan, applicable portions of the
Zoning Ordinance, including findings far Development Review/ Precise Plan.
As conditioned, the proposed project fully complies with the (DIMC) Specific Plan, which is consistent with the
General Plan, and applicable portions of the Zoning Ordinance. The DIMC Property has a land use designation of
Institutional/School, which allows for religious, meeting, school, and government land uses. The dormitories onsite are
classified as an Organizational Housing, which under Azusa Municipal Code (AMC) is defined as "a residential lodging
facility operated by a membership organization for its members and not opens to the general public. Includes fraternity
and sorority houses, student dormitories, convents, monasteries, and religious residential retreats." (Chapter 88.70
Definitions). The modifications to the DIMC Property will not change the current use of the Property, which has been
operating consistently with the General Plan designation for 17 years.
2. The proposed project is insubstantial conformance with this Specific Plan.
Detailed review of the development plans for construction of the Meditation Hall, Organizational Housing, and
support infrastructure and landscaping meet the applicable development standards, design guidelines, and the vision of
the DIMC Specific Plan. Substantial compliance has been achieved.
3. The proposed project does not unreasonably interfere with the use or enjoyment ofproperty in the vicinity.
The modifications to the DIMC Property will not change the, current use of the Property, which has been
operating consistently for 17 years. With the adherence to the conditions of approval, the proposed project complies with
the design guidelines of the Specific Plan, which have been designed to be harmonious and compatible with the existing
uses on site and off site, ensuring compatibility with surrounding properties in the vicinity.
4. The proposed project does not adversely affect the public peace, health, safety, or general welfare.
An Environmental Impact Report with mitigation measures has been prepared and certified in September 2015.
The mitigation measures serve to prevent adverse impacts on surrounding sensitive land uses and service systems. The
document adopted five mitigation measures to reduce the potentially significant adverse effects to a less than significant
level. The E1R Addendum concludes that the proposed DIMC Specific Plan project would not contribute to any new
significant unavoidable impacts, consistent with Section 15162(a) of the CEQA Guidelines. None of the less than
significant impacts with mitigation incorporated in the Addendum involves a new or more severe impact than those
identified in the 2015 SP EIR.
SECTION 4: That in accordance with Section 88.51.032 of the Azusa Development Code, the City Council
hereby recommends approval of the proposed Design Review DR -2016-12 based on the following findings:
1. The projectprovides architectural design, building massing and scale appropriate to and compatible
with the site surroundings and the community,
The proposed project consists of an approximate 81,398 -square -foot Meditation Hall, eight one- and two-story
Organizational Housing buildings (to house up to 224 temporary guests and staff members), a 742 -square -foot
storage/workshop building, and on-site auxiliary improvements within the DIMC Property.
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The proposed Meditation Hall and Organizational Housing buildings are design to support and enhance the
existing MacNeil Mansion, which embodies a French Eclectic style architecture. The Meditation Hall is located in the
southeast portion of the DIMC property along the lowest elevation point on the property. Architecturally, the Meditation
Hall will consist of smooth plaster with contrasting stone accents, large glass features, and balusters to match the MacNeil
Mansion. The roof top includes a Lotus Sculpture resulting in an overall height of 61 feet 6 inches. The use of vertical
garden/green-screen, metal lattice, glass, balusters, and balconies reduces the mass of the structure and provides
architectural design compatible with the site surroundings and community.
Eight single- and two-story Organizational Housing buildings are proposed in the general location of the existing
dormitory footprints on the northern portion of the DIMC property. The proposed architecture is mid-century modern
design using clean straight lines, use of glass, with flat to slightly sloping shed roofs maintaining low massing and
simplicity to the structure, appropriate in scale and compatibility with the historical setting of the MacNeil Mansion and
with the site surroundings and community.
The single -story workshop building is located near the northeast portion of the property and is nestled into the
slope, further integrating the building into the landscaping and reducing visibility from surrounding areas.
The Specific Plan includes design guidelines and development standards to provide for aesthetic, cohesive, and
quality development. As proposed, the project is consistent with the DIMC Specific Plan.
2. Provides attractive and desirable site layout and design, including, but not limited to,
building arrangement, exterior appearance and setbacks, drainage, fences and walls, grading, landscaping,
lighting, signs, etc.;
The proposed project will be constructed to meet the design guidelines and development standards of the DIMC
Specific Plan and the California Building Standards Code. The MacNeil Mansion, including the Neff Chapel, is
designated as a historic structure by the City and therefore requires City approval for any modifications.
The 10.4 -acre site provides ample area for circulation, parking, and landscaping. As proposed, the project
provides attractive and desirable site layout and design, including architectural design diversity, building orientation so as
to not impact the existing MacNeil Mansion and surrounding neighbors, warm off white colored plaster, enhanced design
details, and varied building mass to architecturally complement the surrounding sites and neighborhood.
Several retaining walls are proposed throughout the site. Retaining walls visible to neighboring properties shall
not exceed six feet in height and retaining walls visible internally to the project site shall not exceed 15 feet in height. To
soften the appearance of the walls, planting will be provided either in front of the walls or along the top with cascading
vines.
A Preliminary Landscape plan is provided and designed to complement the existing landscaping and incorporate
trees that qualify for relocation based on the arborist's assessment. The existing historic pool/rose garden will be
maintained and a new formal courtyard to the west is proposed in front of the MacNeil Mansion improving the aesthetics
and providing functional space for exercise and outdoor activities. The existing landscaping, especially the dense gardens
along the current entry driveway will remain largely untouched. A final landscape plan shall be approved by the City.
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Outdoor lighting, including up -lighting and narrow beam LED lighting directed on the Lotus Sculpture is
proposed without spill to adjoining residences. All light shall be directed away from surrounding residences and
;roadways, and light spill-over shall be confined to the property. Lighting on the roof ofthe Meditation Hall shall only be
used during ceremonies and special events. A lighting plan shall be submitted to the City for review and approval prior to
construction.
3. Provides efficient and safe public access, circulation and parking;
The proposed project is served by two access points from East Monrovia Place; an existing gated entry near the
east property line and a new main entry drive near the west property line. Enhanced paving is proposed at the new entry
drive from East Monrovia Place and at pedestrian access walkways. The site plan includes new fire access roads with
hammerhead turnarounds north of the Organizational Housing (Building D) and Meditation Hall, and a total of 277
parking spaces throughout the property site. VIP valet and parking is proposed nearthe northeast comer ofthe Meditation
Hall. As proposed, the site provides efficient and safe public access, circulation and parking.
4. Provides. appropriate open space and landscaping, including the use of water efficient
landscaping;
The project site is currently generously landscaped with various landscaping, palms, walkways, and variety of
outdoor spaces providing seclusion and privacy for enhanced meditation and reflection. To maintain the pastoral and
serene setting, the proposed site plan preserves as much of the existing gardens as possible; creates a complimentary
landscape plan for the new buildings; and enhances the area in front of the MacNeil Mansion into a more formal setting
that complements the architecture of the site. A final landscape plan shall be approved by the City and be subject to the
City of Azusa Water Efficient landscape regulations.
5. Is consistent with the General Plan any applicable specific plan, development agreement, and/or any
previously approved planning permit;
The project site is zoned SP -8 and designated Institutional per the General Plan Land Use. The existing and
proposed uses on the project site will remain consistent with the Institutional designation.
6. Complies with all applicable requirements of the Development Code, and any other
adopted City design standards, guidelines, and policies.
The Specific Plan establishes development standards specific to the property based on site conditions, provide for
the phasing of project improvements, and establish restrictions on the future use of the improvements. The proposed
project is consistent with the DIMC Specific Plan, applicable Development Codes, and all other adopted City design
standards, guidelines, and policies.
SECTION 5: In accordance with City of Azusa Municipal Code Section 88.50.080 and based on the staff report
and other such written and oral evidence, as presented to the City Council regarding the Design Review, the City Council
finds and determines that the Design Review shall not be effective unless and until the effective date of DIMC Specific
Plan Amendment.
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SECTION 6: Based on the aforementioned findings, the City Council does hereby approve Design Review DR -
2016 -12 subject to Conditions of Approval attached hereto and incorporated herein as Exhibit A.
SECTION 7: The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this resolution.
PASSED APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 17`" day of October, 2016 by the following vote:
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J seph Romero Rocha, Mayor
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I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing Resolution No. 2016-C66 was duly adopted' by the
City Council of the City of Azusa at a regular meeting thereof, held on the 17th day of October,
2016 by the following vote of Council:
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: GONZALES, CARRILLO, ALVAREZ, ROCHA
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: MACIAS
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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Exhibit "A"
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
SP -8 Dhammakaya International Meditation Center Amendment
Case No: SP -8 Dhammakaya International Meditation Center Amendment
Address: 865 East Monrovia Place
APN:
Project: Specific Plan Amendment (SP -8) and Design Review (DR -2016-12) to allow site plan and
design modifications to the meditation building, Organizational Housing (dormitory buildings),
and support infrastructure and landscaping.
These condition's of approval shall be printed on or attached to working drawings submitted to the
Building Division for aroval. ,z" ,
A. All requirements of the Planning Division shall be met, including but not limited to the following:
1. The Design Review shall be exercised within one (1) year after its approval, or said permit shall
expire and be subject to revocation, unless an extension of time is approved in compliance with
Section 88.52.040 of the Development Code. The permit shall not be deemed "exercised"_ until the
applicant has obtained a building permit.
2. All applicable Building Division and Fire Department requirements shall be met at all times.
3. Within 10 calendar days from the date of approval the applicant/property owner shall provide the
following to the Planning Division:
a. Sign and return the "Owner's Acceptance" form provided by the Planning Division.
b. Submit a check for $75 payable to the Los Angeles County Clerk for filing of a Notice of
Exemption with the County of Los Angeles.
4. All construction and uses shall be in substantial conformance with the approved plot plan and
elevations pursuant to the conditions listed herein;
a. The applicant shall comply with the City of Azusa's allowable construction hours as
follows: Monday thru Saturday 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
b. Applicant shall ensure that the design of the proposed development is compatible with the
surround environment.
5. Signs shall not be placed on the public right-of-way. Those projections over the existing or proposed
public right-of-way shall meet the State of California Encroachment requirements.
6. Parking of vehicles on areas other than paved surfaces or in garages is prohibited. Use of permeable
surface as an alternative material to reduce the amount of paved surfaces may be utilized subject to
City staff review and approval.
7. Parking shall be striped and shall have adequate guards for protection of other vehicles on same lot
(i.e. wheel stops.)
8. Landscaping shall be adequately maintained at all times including, but not limited to, irrigation,
weeding, and/or replacement when necessary.
9. All portions of the lot, with the exception of driveway areas and building locations show on plans
submitted, shall be completely and adequately landscaped at all times.
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10. 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 forty-eight (48) hours to match existing wall
in color and tone.
11. If it becomes necessary for the City to take any legal action or commence any
administrative proceedings against the applicant or any successor in interest in order to enforce any
of the conditions of approval set forth herein, the City shall recover from the applicant or successor
in interest reasonable attorney's fees and other reasonable costs incurred in such action or
proceeding, provided that the City obtains a judgment in its favor in any portion of such action or
prodeeding.
12.. The applicant or successor in interest shall be the real party in interest and shall assume primary
responsibility for the defense of any legal action or proceeding commenced against the City to
challenge the City's approval of Land Use Entitlements and/or the City's approval related to such
land use approval. The applicant or successor in interest shall reimburse the City for all reasonable
attorneys' fees and other reasonable costs incurred by the City in defending such action or
proceeding.
13. By accepting approval of the Land Use Entitlements subject to the conditions set forth herein, the
applicant or successor in interest shall be deemed to have agreed to the terms and conditions set forth
herein and the City shall have the right to enforce in its sole discretion such terms and conditions by
pursuing any and all available legal and equitable remedies.
14. The pool/rose garden shall remain in place and be maintained with additional fencing around the
balustrade to meet City safety standards.
15. Shuttle buses or other buses with a capacity of more than 20 passengers are not permitted.
B. All requirements of the Building Division shall be met, including but not limited to the following:
1. Applicant shall conform to the 2013 California Building Standards Code; including the 2013
California Code, 2013 California Residential Code, 2013 California Green Building Code, 2013
California Electrical Code, 2013 California Plumbing Code, 2013 California Mechanical Code, 2013
California Energy Code and the City of Azusa Municipal Code.
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 fees, and park fees, sanitation fees) prior to the
issuance of any building permit.
3. Electrical, mechanical, plumbing plan check fees are required for commercial projects.
4. Energy plan check fees are required.
5. Applicant shall submit 3 copies of site plan, 3 copies of architectural plans including Floor,
elevations, and architectural details, 3 copies of structural including foundation, roof, wall structural
elements and structural details, 3 copies of plumbing, electrical and mechanical plans for plan check.
6. Applicant shall provide an additional copy of the building floor plan to be submitted to the County
Assessor.
7. Structural, architectural, electrical, mechanical, pluming plans shall be designed by a State of
California Registered Engineer, or a State of California Registered Architect.
8. Applicant shall submit 3 copies of structural calculations concurrently with the constructions plans.
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9. Applicant shall submit 3 copies of energy calculations concurrently with the construction plans.
10. Electrical, mechanical, plumbing plans shall be submitted for plan check concurrently with the
construction plans.
IL . Prior to issuance of a permit, the applicant shall submit approval from the Los Angeles County
Health Department, and the Los Angeles County Fire Department.
12. Applicant shall submit 3 copies of soil report concurrently with the construction plans.
13. Property falls within an area of potential earthquake induced Liquefaction, Landslides or both. A
site-specific Geologic investigation must be conducted for the property. The site -investigation report
must be prepared by a certified engineering geologist or registered engineer who must have
competence in the field of seismic hazard evaluation and mitigation. The geologic report must be
submitted to the Department of Community Development for review. Plan review fees will be based
on actual costs with a minimum deposit of $1,000.00 due when the report is submitted. Final report
must be submitted to RMA for approval.
14. Plans as submitted are not acceptable for Building Division submittal.
15. Grading and Drainage plan must be approved by City Engineer Division prior to Penn it issuance.
16. Grading plan must be reviewed and approved by Petra prior to permit issuance.
C. All requirements of the Electric Division shall be met, including but not limited to the following:
1. Prior to approval of proposed project, contact Electric Division as soon as possible for details on;
specifications and requirements, meter spot and method of service.
2. Incoming electric utility facilities shall be underground. Developers to provide the following: All
conduits pull boxes, and transformer pads.
3. Extensive electrical line rebuilding may be necessary. Applicant is directed to contact and make
arrangement with the Electric Division immediately.
4. Special Conditions for new or upgrade of electric service on commercial construction projects:
a. Owner/Developer shall contact Consumer Service Division for information on the
establishment of new or upgraded electric accounts.
b. Owner/Developer shall submit to Azusa Light and Water (2) separate plans showing the
following:
I ) Site survey plan of building to include additions and foundation, elevations, sections, and
location of existing electric easements.
2) Electric service desired, electrical load calculation and single line diagram. Transformer will
not be ordered until this information supplied.
3) Locations of electric meter panel and main switchgear on or in building and drawings, if
necessary.
4) Location of transformer pad and related substructures.
5. Property owner shall grant easement to Azusa Light and Water any electric facilities such as
underground vault, power lines, transformer pad, and power pole installed in his/her property. All
cost of installations of electric facilities to purvey service to proposed or existing structures within
this campus shall be paid fully by the applicant/developer.
6. All existing electric service and facilities shall remain. Any relocation, modification, alteration, or
upgrade of existing electric service and facilities shall be at the sole cost and expense of
owner/applicant/developer.
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D. All requirements of the Engineering Division shall be met, including but not limited to the following:
I . Dedicate 10 feet on along the frontage of property for street purposes. Deed shall be executed before
Notary Public and delivered to the City Engineer prior to issuance of building permits.
2. Prior to performing any grading, obtain a permit from the Engineering Division. Prepare and submit
2 sets of grading/drainage plans per the City's Grading Guidelines and the latest edition of the Los
Angeles County Building Code. The plans shall be stamped and signed by a California State
Registered Civil Engineer.
3. Prepare and submit 2 sets of geotechnical reports, less than one -year-old. The reports shall include
information on the nature, distribution, physical, and engineering properties of the soils onsite and/or
soils to be used as fill, and include recommendations on grading procedures.
4. Prepare and submit 2 sets of hydrology and hydraulic calculations for sizing of all proposed drainage
devices. The analysis shall also determine if changes in the post -development versus pre -
development conditions have occurred. The analysis shall be stamped and signed by California State
Registered Civil Engineer and prepared per the Los Angeles County Department of Public Works
Hydrologic method.
5. State law under the County of Los Angeles "National Pollution Discharge Elimination System"
(NPDES) permit requires certain new development and redevelopment projects/activities to
incorporate post construction Best Management Practices (BMPs) into the grading/drainage plans to
control pollutants. Please refer to the City's Standard Urban Stormwater Mitigation Plan (SUSMP)
Guidelines for specific comments and requirements.
6. 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.
7. All grading projects require an Erosion Control Plan as part of the grading plans. Grading permits
will not be issued until an Erosion Control Plan is approved. For projects with a disturbed area of
one acre or greater, a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) is required. A Notice of
Intent (NOI) shall also be filed with the State Water Resource Control Board. When submitting the
SWPPP for the City's review, please include the NOI and the Waste Discharger Identification
(WDID) number.
8. A City Encroachment 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.
9. Prepare and submit 2 sets of improvement plans for work in the right of way per the Improvement
Plan Guidelines. Improvement Plan Guidelines may be obtained from the Engineering Division. The
Improvement Plans shall be stamped and signed by a California State Registered Civil Engineer.
10. All work shall be done in accordance with the Work Area Traffic Control Handbook (WATCH),
latest edition.
11. Construct sidewalk per City Standard Plan R-6 along the frontage of the property.
12. Construct or reconstruct driveway apron per City Standard R-5 along the frontage of the property (3
total)
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13. Construct or reconstruct wheelchair ramp along the frontage of the property. Ramps shall comply
with the latest Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements.
14. Limits of paving restoration shall be determined by the City Engineer or Public Works Inspector.
Paving shall be per City Standard Plan R-12.
15. All on-site asphalt driveway and parking area shall be repaired and resurfaced.
16. Obtain a demolition permit from the Building Division.
17. All work to be coordinated with Rosedale Land Partners as they are the current owners of the
roadway.
18. Provide ADA access from Public -Right -of Way in conformance with current codes.
19. Obtain written or stamped approvals from Los Angeles County Fire Department for access and
roadways.
20. Work hours shall be limited to 7:00 am to 6:00 pm Monday thru Saturday; No work shall be
performed on Sundays, holidays or at night.
21. Prior to issuance of grading permit provide verification of fee payment to the County Sanitation
Districts of Los Angeles County.
22. Verify, after grading and construction, drainage run-off flows for the project and adjacent properties
are clear and unimpeded.
23. All storm drain infrastructure must meet Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4)
requirements.
24. A construction permit from the State of California Department of Regional Water Quality Board
may be required for the project.
25. Provide all Los Angeles County Flood Control District permits for connections to Flood Control
District infrastructure.
26. Provide traffic study for both day-to-day traffic and major event traffic.
27. Traffic control shall be maintained during construction to provide adequate vehicular and pedestrian
access to. facilities in the work area.
28. Haul route approval and transportation permits are required for all construction vehicles.
29. Provide sewer study and include capacity analysis of existing system from location of project to
treatment facility. Note: La County Sanitation District requires a capacity review for a permit.
30. The sewer system connections shall be accomplished while maintaining service to the upstream
tributary areas.
31. Provide Engineering Division with copies of ALTA Site Survey.
32. Provide City of Azusa with a complete site boundary survey, wet -signed and stamped by a licensed
surveyor.
33. Provide easement documents for any requirements due to development of the site.
E. All requirements of the Code Enforcement shall be met, including but not limited to the following:
1. Weeds shall be trimmed to below six inches and shall maintain a regular weed trimming schedule.
2. All driveways and parking areas shall be properly maintained. All damaged asphalt shall be
repaired.
F. All requirements of the Fire Department shall be met, including but not limited to the following:
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1. Submit two sets of architectural plans to the Fire Prevention Engineering Office located at 231 W.
Mountain Avenue, Glendora CA 91741. Plan sets shall contain a minimum of a site plan, floor plan(s),
elevations, door and window schedules, wall details, and appropriate section details. Please provide
architectural sheets only. No civil, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, etc.
2. Indicate on plans the project address, assessor's parcel number, type of construction, occupancy
classification, area of each floor level and building area increase modifications in accordance with the
Building Code.
3. Provide a minimum unobstructed width of 26 feet (commercial building), clear to the sky, Fire
Department vehicular access to within 150 feet of all portions of exterior walls. Dead-end access
roadways greater than 150 feet in length, shall be provided with an approved fire apparatus turnaround.
The access width shall be increased to 28 feet when proposed buildings, or portions of buildings, are
more than 3 stories, or more than 30 feet in height. The access roadway shall be located a minimum of
15 feet and a maximum of 30 feet from the building, and shall be positioned parallel to one entire side of
the building. The side of the building on which the aerial fire apparatus access road is positioned shall be
approved by the fire code official. A 32 -foot centerline turning radius is required at each change of
direction in vehicle travel regardless of the required width. Fire Code 503. 1.1 & 503.2.2.
4. On the site plan, show the location of all existing public fire hydrants within 300 feet via vehicular
access to building structure and call out the hydrant size and dimensions to property lines. Additionally,
show all existing on-site fire hydrants.
5. The required fire flow for public fire hydrants at this location shall be determined by the Los Angeles Coun,
Fire Department in accordance with Fire Code Appendix B, Table B105. 1. A 50% reduction in required fin
flow may be applied for the installation of automatic fire sprinklers. The minimum reduced fire flow shall
not be less than 2000 gallons per minute at 20psi per 903.3.1.1.
6. Complete and return the original "Fire Flow Availability" Form No 196.
7. Indicate on the site plan the location of high voltage transmission lines near the property. Structures
proposed to be constructed adjacent to high voltage transmission lines, within 100 feet of the drip line,
shall be subject to additional review by the Fire Marshal with regard to Fire Department operational
procedures. Based on the Fire Marshal review additional building construction requirements may be
imposed on the project in accordance with Regulation #27.
8. Indicate existing or proposed photovoltaic systems on the building rooftop or within the Fire Department
access route.
9. Additional Requirements, including the installation of additional fire hydrants, may be imposed, in
accordance with applicable codes, regulations, standards and policies after the above information is
reviewed. Fire Department requirements are based on the information provided on the plans submitted for
review.
G. All requirements of the Water Division shall be met, including but not limited to following:
1. Applicant shall apply for water service & meter and pay applicable associated installation deposit
and inspection fees.
2. Each unit will require a water meter and service.
3. Will require an approved backflow device.
4. Will require installation of a new water main.
5. Will require a water utility plan submitted for review and approval.
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6. Plan check is required.
7. The owner or project applicant shall take sole responsibility for cost incurred due to any
modification, relocation or alteration of existing water facilities caused by this project to the
satisfaction of the Light and Water Department.
8. This project is subject to Ordinance No. 96-08 City of Azusa Municipal Code Section 78-471
through 477 of Article VI, Division 5 entitled "Water System Development Fee" of there is any
change in floor footage. Fee must be paid to the Light and Water Department following the final
plan approval by Building Department.
9. This project is subject to Ordinance No. 07-012, City of Azusa Municipal Code Section 501 through
513 of Article VI, Division 6 entitled "Conservation Plan". This includes the installation of water
saving devices, such as ultra -low -flow toilets (1.6 gallons), and participation in the retrofitting of
existing house units either by installing retrofits or providing funds to perform retrofits.
10. Shall completely remove and abandon water services and sever from the main line unused water
services within the project vicinity per the ALW Water Division requirements.
11. Contact Water Division for details on Specifications and Requirements. Submit required
meter(s)/service(s) size needed, etc.
12. Special conditions: submit an analysis of project demands, ADD, MDD, MDD +fire flow. Submit
water plan for review/approval.
13. The following estimated Water System Development Fee is based on Resolution No. 14-C41 and will be
changed to reflect the actual rate as of the day fees are paid. Required WSD fees shall refer to the
adopted EIR and proposed SF/AC of new changed development to assess fees
H. All requirements of the Parks Division shall be met, including but not limited to the following:
1. Parkway trees are required, located no closer than 30ft. but no greater than 65ft. a part and shall be
irrigated per city plan specifications. Variety to be specified by Parks Division, Roy Chavez, Park
Maintenance Crew Supervisor or his designee, (626-812-5259), and shall be at least 15 -gallon size in.
accordance with the Azusa Municipal Code Section 62-202
2. 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.
3. Special Condition(s):
a. Must follow city of Azusa's Water Efficient Landscape Regulations.
b. Existing irrigation must be automatic with smart controllers, weather base and rains sensors.
c. Monrovia Place Parkway landscape improvement will be based on Engineers sidewalk improvement
plan:
I. All requirements of the Police Department shall be met, including but not limited to the following:
1. Directional signage will be posted or DIMC staff will direct guests/visitors from the Meditation
Hall entry to the designated parking lots during the four large annual events.
2. Parking lot lighting will be designed, installed, and maintained to provide adequate safety within and
immediately adjacent to the parking areas.
3. Pedestrian oriented lighting will be designed, installed, and maintained along the high volume pedestrian
paths throughout the site.
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4. Install wheel stops or concrete curbs in all designated parking stalls that abut building structures or
designated pedestrian paths.
5. Post and maintain "No Trespassing" signs at all entrance/exit points. Signs must comply with the City of
Azusa Municipal Code guidelines.
J. All requirements of the City of Azusa Cultural and Historic Preservation Commission shall be met,
including but not limited to the following:
I . The existing historical structure will be used as it was historically, i.e. a meeting facility.
2. The historic character of the existing structure will be retained and preserved. The removal of
distinctive materials or alterations of features, spaces, and spatial relationships that characterize a
property is prohibited.
3. The existing historic property will be recognized as a physical record of its time, place and use.
Changes that create a false sense of historical development, such as adding conjectural features or
elements from other historic properties, will not be undertaken.
4. Distinctive materials, features, finishes and construction techniques or examples of craftsmanship
that characterize the existing historic structure will be preserved.
5. Deteriorated historic features of the existing historic structure will be repaired rather than replaced.
Where the severity of deterioration requires replacement of a distinctive feature, the new feature will
match the old in design, color, texture and, where possible, materials. Replacement of missing
features will be substantiated by documentary and physical evidence as well as through a separate
Design Review.
6. Chemical or physical treatments to the existing historic structure, if appropriate, will be undertaken
using the gentlest means possible. Treatments that cause damage to historic materials will not be
used. Any treatments to the historic structure will require a separate Design Review.
7. Archeological resources will be protected and preserved in place. If such resources must be
disturbed, archeological monitoring and mitigation measures will be required and undertaken.
8. New additions, exterior alterations or related new construction shall not destroy historic materials,
features and spatial relationships that characterize the existing historic property. The proposed new
work shall be differentiated from the old and will be compatible with the historic materials, features,
size, scale and proportion, and massing to protect the integrity of the property and its environment.
9. In the event that human remains are found or disturbed on the project site, the applicant shall adhere
to State Health and Safety Code Section 7050.5.
10. New additions and adjacent or related new construction will be undertaken in such a manner that, if
removed in the future, the essential form and integrity of the historic property and its environment
would be unimpaired.
11. All construction and uses shall be in substantial conformance with the approved plot plan and
elevations.
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