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TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
VIA: SERGIO GONZALEZ, CITY MANAGER
FROM: ROBERT DELGADILLO, P.E., DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS/CITY ENGINEER
DATE: DECEMBER 4, 2023
SUBJECT: APPROVE FINAL TRACT MAP NO. 82881
BACKGROUND:
The Final Map for Tract 82881 involves the approval of a subdivision map which consist of one lot. The
Subdivision is approved as a Condominium Project for 10 units, whereby the owners of the units of air
space will hold an undivided interest in the common areas that will provide the necessary access and
utility easements for the units. The site address is 573 E Arrow Hwy. The developer for this subdivision
is JNL Holding LLC, a California Limited Liability Company and the Civil Engineer and Land Surveyor
is Jack C. Lee P.E. 40870, PLS 8407.
C ity staff or qualified on-call consultants have completed plan check procedures for the subject Final
Map, reviewed for mathematical accuracy, survey analysis, title information, and compliance with the
State’s Subdivision Map Act, City ordinances and Conditions of Approval. The applicant has submitted
the checked Final Map, the subdivision agreements, posted necessary bonds, and paid the applicable
fees.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends the City Council take the following actions:
1.That this project complies with the General Plan and is consistent with the approved tentative
map and any amendments thereto; and
2.That the City Council approves the subject map and accepts the easement dedication shown on
said map; and
3.That pursuant to Section 66436(a)(3)(A)(i-vii) of the Subdivision Map Act, the City Council
hereby finds that the development of the property will not unreasonably interfere with the
Approved
City Council
December 4, 2023
APPROVE FINAL TRACT MAP NO. 82881
December 4, 2023
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easements held by Howard Biglow for ingress and egress, recorded on December 10, 1974.
Furthermore, per said Section 66436(a)(3)(A)(i-vii) of the Subdivision Map Act, the City
Council accepts the map without the signature of said easement holders; and
4. Approve Final Tract Map No. 82881; and
5. Authorize the City Clerk to endorse on the face of the map the certificates, which embodies the
approval of said map and acceptance of any grants, easements and dedications.
ANALYSIS:
The City of Azusa Planning Commission approved VTTM 82881 and DR-2018 on February 12, 2020
and issued the attached Conditions of Approval. The public improvements listed in the Conditions of
Approval will be completed in the near future and will be offered to the City for acceptance as they are
completed.
With the technical review having been completed, and the map meeting State and City requirements, the
Council’s approval would be a ministerial action.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no fiscal impact associated with the proposed recommendations.
Prepared by: Reviewed by:
Miguel Cabanas, P.E. Robert Delgadillo, P.E.
Principal Civil Engineer Director of Public Works / City Engineer
Fiscal Impact Reviewed by: Reviewed and Approved by:
Talika M. Johnson Sergio Gonzalez
Director of Administrative Services City Manager
Attachments:
1) Final Map 82881
2) Conditions of Approval
Exhibit "A"
Conditions of Approval – February 12, 2020
Case No: DR-2018-28, TTM-82881
Address: 573-577 E. Arrow Highway
A.P.N.: 8621-008-057, 8621-008-058
Project: Design Review request for a 10-unit attached townhomes (4 buildings)
development. Tentative Tract Map for condominium purposes and to merge
two lots into one. The property is located in the CAH (Arrow Hwy Corridor)
zone.
These conditions of approval shall be printed on or attached to working drawings
submitted to the Building Division for approval.
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 two (2) years 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. The applicant/owner shall apply for a Building Address for the new residential dwelling
unit.
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 applicable Building Division and Fire Department requirements shall be met at all
times.
5. All construction and uses shall be in substantial conformance with the approved plot plan
and elevations pursuant to the conditions listed herein;
a.All roof and/or ground mounted equipment shall be screened by solid materials
from public view as determined by the review authority to be feasible. A/C unit
in the front setback is not allowed.
b.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.
c.Applicant shall enhance the appearance driveway and paved garage access areas
with segments of decorative stamped and stained concrete.
d. The architectural design of the proposed townhomes shall incorporate the
following architectural features:
1. South elevations of Buildings 1 & 3, and north elevations of Buildings 2
& 4:
a.Exterior stucco walls to be painted white,
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i. Manufacturer: Dunn Edwards
ii. Color: DEC795 “Gray Pearl”
iii. Texture: Lace Stucco
b. Variation in the wall plane in the form of “pop-outs,” to be
painted beige,
i. Manufacturer Dunn Edwards
ii. Color: DEC750 “Bison Beige”
iii. Texture: Lace Stucco
c. Arched entryways with decorative Spanish tiles around the
arches,
d. Green (exterior) entry doors,
i. Manufacturer: Jeld Wen
ii. Design: Pro Fiberglass Door
iii. Style: Flush
e. Modern window trim on top of upper floor windows,
i. Manufacturer: Dunn Edwards
ii. Color: DEW340 “Whisper”
f. Decorative exterior lighting along entryways,
i. Manufacturer: Thomas Lighting
ii. Type: Wall Scone
iii. Style: SL9104 “Mission”
g. Spanish “S” roof tiles,
h. Faux balcony iron railings on upper-floor windows,
i. Decorative Spanish tile vents,
j. Trellis cover above second-story windows,
k. Exposed wood roof rafters, and
l. Decorative awning on the third floor window above the entryway.
2. North elevations of Buildings 1 and 3, and south elevations of Buildings
2 & 4:
a. Sectional garage doors on the ground floor,
i. Manufacturer: Amarr
ii. Style: Stratford
iii. Color: Dunn Edwards – DE6070 “Chocolate Chunk:
b. Decorative exterior lighting along garage entrways,
i. Manufacturer: Thomas Lighting
ii. Type: Wall Scone
iii. Style: SL9104 “Mission”
c. Variation in the wall plane in the form of cantilevered “pop-outs,”
i. Manufacturer Dunn Edwards
ii. Color: DEC750 “Bison Beige”
iii. Texture: Lace Stucco
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d. Fascia rafter tails below the cantilevered pop-outs, and
e. Modern window trim on top of upper floor windows,
i. Manufacturer: Dunn Edwards
ii. Color: DEW340 “Whisper”
3. East elevations of Buildings 1 & 2, and west elevations of Buildings 3 &
4:
a. Decorative Spanish tile vents,
b. Variation in the wall plane in the form of “pop-outs,” to be
painted beige,
i. Manufacturer Dunn Edwards
ii. Color: DEC750 “Bison Beige”
iii. Texture: Lace Stucco
c. Fascia rafter tails below the cantilevered pop-outs,
d. Exposed wood roof rafters, and
e. Modern window trim on top of upper floor windows,
i. Manufacturer: Dunn Edwards
ii. Color: DEW340 “Whisper”
4. West elevations of Buildings 1 & 2, and east elevations of Buildings 3 &
4:
a. Decorative Spanish tile vents, and
b. Modern window trim on top of upper floor windows,
i. Manufacturer: Dunn Edwards
ii. Color: DEW340 “Whisper”
6. Trash enclosures shall be provided and constructed to City of Azusa standards, consisting
of a fully enclosed enclosure that is architecturally compatible to the main building.
a. The proposed trash enclosure shall incorporate the following design features:
1. CMU walls painted and textured (stuccoed) to match building paint color
and texture.
2. Spanish style roof tiles to match the buildings,
3. Steel gates, and
4. Landscaping shall be provided to soften and screen the enclosure.
7. Landscaping shall be adequately maintained at all times including, but not limited to,
irrigation, weeding, and/or replacement when necessary.
8. Three sets of Landscape and Irrigation plans shall be submitted to the Planning Division
for review and approval. Said plans shall be 24" by 36" and in compliance with City of
Azusa landscape design standards. Location and percentage of landscaping, plant
material and quantities of each, plant and planter box sizes, and design of an automatic
irrigation system with detailed cross-sections shall be clearly indicated. [Note: Do not
submit these plans with building plan check. Plans must be submitted directly to the
Planning Division. The applicant is made aware that the Parks Division will be routed
three sets of plans. Please allow 2-3 weeks for review]. The number of parkway trees, if
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any, shall be determined by the Parks Division.
9. The private open space requirement is 150 S.F per each dwelling unit. All dwelling units
must meet the required amount and be screened with fencing.
10. A minimum of 500 S.F. of common open space shall be provided and maintained. It
shall have a picnic table area along with two barbeque grills.
11. A minimum of 100 cubic feet of lockable storage shall be provided for each residential
dwelling unit.
12. A minimum of four (4) guest stalls shall be provided and maintained with minimum
dimensions of 9’ (feet) width by 20’ (feet) depth.
13. 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.
14. When garage construction is required with other construction, garage must be built at
same time as other construction. Final approval for other construction will not be given
until completion of garage construction.
15. The parking of recreational vehicles including but not limited to campers, motor homes,
trailers, boats, etc., is absolutely prohibited unless a designated storage area is provided,
which is fully enclosed and screened from public view. Any such space cannot occupy
any other required parking, driveway, or required usable open space or area.
16. Chain link fencing shall not be constructed in residential or commercial yard areas where
visible from the public right of way. Wood fences are not allowed along the perimeter
of the property line except for a picket fence 42” or less in height, located in the required
front setback.
17. Outdoor lighting shall be installed and maintained along all vehicular access ways and
major walkways, in compliance with Section 88.31.030 (Outdoor Lighting) of the
Development Code.
18. Operational Standards pursuant to Section 88.31 of the Development Code shall be
adhered to at all times including but not limited to the noise standards, outdoor lighting,
performance standards, and property maintenance.
19. The applicant shall submit an address plan to the Planning Division prior to building
permit issuance.
20. If a community gate is to be installed, it shall require a separate Design Review
application.
21. The applicant/developer shall create a Homeowner’s Association and submit a copy of
the proposed Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions (CC&R’s) for review and approval
by the Economic and Community Development Director. Occupancy Permits and final
sign-off on Building Permits shall not be issued until the CC&R’s are approved by the
Planning Division.
22. 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
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enforce any of the conditions of approval set forth herein, the City shall recover from the
applicant or successor in interest reasonable attorneys’ 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 proceeding.
23. 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.
24. 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.
B. All requirements of the Building Division shall be met, including but not limited to the
following:
1. Applicant shall conform to the 2016 California Building Standards C; including the 2016
California Code, 2016 Californian Residential Code, 2016 California Green Building
Code, 2016 California Electrical Code, 2016 California Plumbing Code, 2016 California
Mechanical Code, 2016 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, park fees) prior to
issuance of any building permit. Electrical, mechanical, plumbing plan check fees are
required.
3. Energy plan check fees are required.
4. Applicant shall submit two copies of site plan, two copies of architectural plans
including floor, elevations, architectural details, two copies of structural including
foundation, roof, wall structural elements and structural details, two copies of plumbing,
electrical and mechanical plans, for plan check.
5. Applicant shall provide an additional copy of the building floor plan to be submitted to
the County Assessor.
6. Structural, architectural, electrical, mechanical, plumbing plans shall be designed by a
State of California Registered Architect.
7. Applicant shall submit two copies of structural calculations concurrently with the
construction plans.
8. Applicant shall submit two copies of energy calculations concurrently with the
construction plans.
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9. Electrical, mechanical, plumbing plans shall be submitted for plan check concurrently
with the construction plans.
10. Residential Fire sprinklers are required. Applicant shall submit two sets of Fire Sprinkler
plans to the Los Angeles County Fire Department for plan check. Fire Sprinkler plans
must be designed by a licensed G-16 contractor.
11. Applicant shall submit two copies of soil report concurrently with the construction plans
to Public Works Department.
12. Property shall be surveyed by a State of California Licensed Surveyor and the survey
report shall be submitted concurrently with the construction plans.
13. Prior to issuance of a permit, the applicant shall submit approval from the Los Angeles
County Fire Department and South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD).
14. 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 who has
competence in the field of seismic hazard evaluation and mitigation. The geologist 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 repost is submitted.
15. Prior to submittal to the Building Division for plan check, the following must be
addressed:
a. An ADA unit must be provided.
b. You must provide an ADA accessible van guest parking space.
c. If submitting for plan check on or after January 1, 2020, the plans must comply
with 2019 CBC standards.
C. All requirements of the Parks Division shall be met, including but not limited to the
following:
1. Four 24” box trees shall be planted in parkway. Trees shall be located no closer than 30
ft. nor greater than 65 ft. apart and shall be irrigated per City specification.
2. The City of Azusa Parks Division will plant parkway trees. Property owner or Developer
shall pay $320.00 for each tree, for a total cost of $1,280. Payment is to be made at the
office of the Recreation and Family Services office located at 320 N. Orange Place,
Azusa CA 91702. No final release will be given until payment is made. Cost may be
subject to change.
3. This project shall comply with the City of Azusa’s Water Efficient Landscape
Regulations. Water Efficient Landscape Regulations can be found on the City of Azusa’s
web site, www.ci.azusa.ca.us under Community Development Department.
4. Landscape and irrigation plans shall include parkways. If parkway is irregular shaped or
less than 8’ wide, drip irrigation or pop up heads with Rainbird XPCN nozzles will be
required.
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5. Landscape and irrigation plan shall show location, quantities, size and type of plant
materials, landscape summary with total square footage, and a design of an automatic
irrigation system. No final release from Parks Division will be granted until plans have
been approved.
6. If the proposed project includes the construction of one or more bedrooms, Park and
Recreation in-lieu fees shall be paid in accordance with the City of Azusa Municipal
Code Section 66-5.
7. Special Conditions:
a. Irrigation must be supplied to each tree well located in front of project. Tree wells
to be 48”x48” and cast iron tree well covers.
D. 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. Developer to provide the
following:
a. All conduits
b. Pull boxes
c. Transformer pads
d. Street lights
3. SPECIAL CONDITIONS FOR NEW OR UPGRADE OF ELECTRIC SERVICE
ON COMMERCIAL, AND INDUSTRIAL PROJECTS
Owner/Developer shall contact Consumer Service Division for information to set up new
account, and to make change on upgrading account.
Owner/Developer shall submit to Azusa Light division two (2) separate sets of plans showing
the following:
*Site survey plan of building to include additions and remodeling foundation, elevations,
sections and location of existing electric easements.
* Electric service desired, electrical load calculation and single line diagram. Transformer
will not be ordered until this information is provided. Transformer procurement has long
lead time, it could take up to 23 weeks for the delivery of transformers.
* Proposed Location of electric meter panel/main switchgear. Coordinate with Electric
division for the best location which would satisfy all stake holders.
* Location of transformer pad and related substructures.
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4. 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.
5. Other: Developer/Applicant shall reserve a spot in the parcel for a utility pad mount
transformer. Proposed driveway shall have vertical clearance for commercial truck such
as utility line trucks, and bucket truck. Property owner shall grant City of Azusa
easement for any electric facilities installed on this property. Applicant/developer shall
pay for all cost associated with obtaining electric services for this development.
E. All requirements of the Engineering Division shall be met, including but not limited to
the following:
1. 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.
2. A permit shall be obtained from the Engineering Division for all work 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, latest edition and to the satisfaction of the
City Engineer or his designee. All work in the public right-of-way shall be completed
before issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy.
3. Prepare and submit two sets of improvement plans for work in the right of way per the
Improvement Plan Guidelines. The Improvement Plans shall be stamped and signed by a
California Registered Civil Engineer.
4. Prior to performing any grading, obtain a permit from the Engineering Division. Prepare
and submit two 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 Registered Civil Engineer.
5. Prepare and submit two 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.
6. Prepare and submit two 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 a California Registered Civil Engineer and prepared per the Los
Angeles County Department of Public Works Hydrologic Method.
7. 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 County of Los
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Angeles’ Low Impact Development (LID) Guidelines for specific comments and
requirements.
8. 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 Resources
Control Board. When submitting the SWPPP for the City's review, please include the
NOI and the Waste Discharger Identification (WDID) number.
9. Remove and replace all sidewalk adjacent to the project.
10. Remove all unused drive approaches and replace with sidewalk and curb and gutter.
11. Remove and replace all curb and gutter adjacent to the project.
12. The asphalt pavement on Arrow Highway adjacent to the project shall be coldmilled and
overlayed to the centerline, 3 inches in depth.
13. Conduct a sewer impact analysis.
14. Certificate of Compliance shall be filled out and recorded prior to Certificate of
Occupancy.
F. All requirements of the Fire Department shall be met, including but not limited to the
following:
THE FIRE DEPARTMENT, LAND DEVELOPMENT UNIT RECOMMENDS
CLEARANCE OF THIS PROJECT TO PROCEED TO PUBLIC HEARING AS
PRESENTLY SUBMITTED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS OF
APPROVAL.
1. Access as noted on the Tentative and the Exhibit Maps shall comply with Title 21
(County of Los Angeles Subdivision Code) and Section 503 of the Title 32 (County of
Los Angeles Fire Code), which requires all weather access.
2. Fire Department apparatus access shall be extended to within 150 feet of all portions of
the exterior walls of any future buildings or structures.
3. Provide a minimum unobstructed width of 28 feet, exclusive of shoulders and an
unobstructed vertical clearance “clear to sky” Fire Department vehicular access to within
150 feet of all portions of the exterior walls of the first story of the building, as measured
by an approved route around the exterior of the building when the height of the building
above the lowest level of the Fire Apparatus Access Road is more than 30 feet high, or
the building is more than three stories. The access roadway shall be located within 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. Fire Code
503.1.1; 503.2.2; Appendix D104.1, D104.2 & D104.3
4. All proposed buildings shall provide approved address numbers. Compliance required
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prior to occupancy to the satisfaction of the Department of Public Works and the County
of Los Angeles Fire Code.
5. An approved automatic fire sprinkler system is required for the proposed buildings
within this development. Submit design plans to the Fire Department Sprinkler Plan
Check Unit for review and approval prior to installation.
6. Multiple residential and commercial buildings having entrances to individual units not
visible from the street or road shall have unit numbers displayed in groups for all units
within each structure. Such numbers may be grouped on the wall of the structure or
mounted on a post independent of the structure and shall be positioned to be plainly
visible from the street or road as required by Fire Code 505.3 and in accordance with Fire
Code 505.1.
7. A minimum 5 foot wide approved firefighter access walkway leading from the fire
department access road to all required openings in the building's exterior walls shall be
provided for firefighting and rescue purposes. Fire Code 504.1
8. All hydrants shall measure 6"x 4"x 2-1/2" brass or bronze, conforming to current
AWWA standard C503 or approved equal.
9. The required fire flow for the public fire hydrants on this residential development is 2000
gallons per minute at 20 psi for a duration of 2 hours, over and above maximum daily
domestic demand.
10. Install one new public fire hydrant on Arrow Hwy. by the proposed driveway.
11. All required public fire hydrants shall be installed, tested and accepted prior beginning of
construction. Fire Code 501.4
12. The Final Map shall be submitted to our office for review and approval prior recordation.
13. Fire hydrant improvement plans for the new required public fire hydrant shall be
reviewed and approved prior to the clearance to the Final Map.
14. Access as noted on the Tentative and the Exhibit Maps shall comply with Title 21
(County of Los Angeles Subdivision Code) and Section 503 of the Title 32 (County of
Los Angeles Fire Code), which requires an all-weather access surface to be clear to sky.
15. For any questions regarding the report, please contact Claudia Soiza at (323) 890-4243 or
Claudia.soiza@fire.lacounty.gov
G. All requirements of the Community Improvement Division shall be met, including but
not limited to the following:
1. Homeowner’s association shall be created.
2. Graffiti shall be removed within 72 hours in a workman-like manner.
3. The property owner shall obtain a business license for a rental property from the
Community Improvement Division if the condos are to be rented.
H. All requirements of the Water Division shall be met, including but not limited to the
following:
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1. Owner/applicant shall apply for water services & meters and pay applicable associated
installation deposit and inspection fees.
2. The owner is required to install new water services and meters per ALW Standards.
Owner is required to size their own meters to meet their proposed needs. Each
commercial unit requires a new water meter, service, and backflow. Each residential unit
requires its own new water meter and service. A minimum of one irrigation service,
meter, and backflow is also required. 4 minimum ( 2 domestic, 1 commercial, 1
irrigation) new services and meters are required for this project per ALW Standards W-1
through W-4.
3. Owner shall install approved backflow devices on all commercial, irrigation, and fire
services per ALW standard W-15 with cages installed. Backflow devices shall be field
verified with ALW Water Inspector prior to placement (5) working days prior to start of
work. The backflow shall be installed on private property directly behind the property
line by the owner, tested by LA County Certified backflow tester at owner’s expense. The
reports shall be filed with ALW immediately after the devices are in place and required
prior to certificate of occupancy. Required to install backflow cages.
4. All easements shall be identified on the water plans and on the Tract Map. The existing
water main(s) shall be identified on improvement plans including any/all easements.
5. Plan check required. Required to submit a Water Plan & Tract Map for review and
approval by Azusa Light & Water (ALW) using ALW latest title block. The plan
approval is valid for one year from the date the plans are signed by ALW.
6. The owner/applicant shall take sole responsibility for cost incurred due to any
modification, relocation or alteration of existing water facilities cause by this project to
the satisfaction of Light and Water Department.
7. 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”
if there is any change in floor footage. Fees must be paid to the Light and Water
Department prior to the final plan approval by Building Department.
8. This project is subject to the Water Conservation requirements under the ALW Rules &
Regulations – Water Utility Rule No. 21. This also includes the installation of water
saving devices, such as ultra low-flow toilets (1.28 gallons per flush), and drip irrigation.
9. The owner/applicant is required to remove any unused water facilities, including
services, meters, fire services, irrigation meters, water vaults, etc. within project vicinity,
abandon and completely severe from water main per ALW standards & shall be inspected
& approved by ALW Water Inspector.
10. No public water facilities, including water mains, fire hydrants, water meters are allowed
on private property or private sidewalks. All proposed water meters, public fire hydrants,
public water mains shall be within the public right-of-way or within the street.
11. The proposed development shall have meters for each dwelling unit per ALW Water
Standards. If a fire service line is required for this project by the Fire Department it shall
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be placed on the ALW Water Plan.
12. The onsite private water system shall be labeled private and owned and maintained by the
property owner.
13. The Water System Development fees are required to be paid in full for this development
prior to the Water Plan approval.
14. The owner/applicant shall pay all current applicable fees and deposits required for this
project. ALW staff shall be consulted for current and applicable fees.
15. The owner/applicant shall submit proposed water meter sizes for the proposed units.
16. Currently in Phase III of the Drought, recommend drought tolerant landscaping.
17. Requires installation of a new water main. Public water mains shall be ductile iron class
350 with a minimum size of 8-inches in diameter, sized & designed for project needs.
The public water mains shall be inspected & approved by ALW Water Inspector prior to
certificate of occupancy including: trenching, bedding, shading, placing of pipe, valves,
fittings, thrust blocks, other underground utilities in place, vertical & horizontal crossing
separations, leakage testing, flushing, disinfection, bacteriological, valve boxes raised to
grade and lines flushed, final inspection, etc.
18. Contact Water Division for details on Specifications and Requirements.
19. Owner shall maintain a minimum of 5 feet clearance from the outside diameter (O.D.) of
the existing main and all other existing water facilities. No new construction,
landscaping, trees, plants, etc. shall be allowed within 5 feet of existing water facilities.
20. The existing water main shall be protected-in-place.
21. All previous Conditions of Approval shall apply.
22. The following estimated Water System Development Fee is based on Resolution No. 17-
C2 and will be changed to reflect the actual rate as of the day fees are paid. (Actual fees
will be determined once additional information is provided and the plans have been
approved by ALW):
TOTAL: $ 20,450.00
Residential $2,045/dwelling unit $ 2,045 x 10 DU =