HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Resolution 13-2840 RESOLUTION NO. 13-2840
toA RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
DOWNEY APPROVING A SITE PLAN REVIEW, VARIANCE, AND
TENTATIVE TRACT MAP (PLN-13-00069), THEREBY ALLOWING THE
CONSTRUCTION OF NINE TOWNHOMES AND A DEVIATION TO THE
VARIABLE HEIGHT REQUIREMENTS ON PROPERTY LOCATED AT 7634
STEWART AND GRAY RD, ZONED R-3-O (MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL,
OWNERSHIP).
THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY DOES RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. The Planning Commission of the City of Downey does hereby find,
determine and declare that:
A. On March 26, 2013 the applicant submitted an application requesting to construct nine
units on the subject property. After a complete review of the request, staff deemed the
application complete on April 25, 2013; and,
B. On June 6, 2013, notice of the pending application published in the Downey Patriot and
mailed to all property owners within 500' of the subject site; and,
C. On June 19, 2013, the Planning Commission opened a public hearing on the matter, but
due to an error in the newspaper advertisement, the Planning Commission continued the
L request to allow staff additional time to re-publish the notice. On June 20, 2013, notice
of the public hearing was re-published in the Downey Patriot; and,
D. The Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing on July 3, 2013, and after
fully considering all oral and written testimony and facts and opinions offered at the
aforesaid public hearing the Planning Commission continued the request to a date
uncertain to allow the applicant time to address issues raised at the public hearing; and,
E. On August 8, 2013, notice of the continued public hearing published in the Downey
Patriot and mailed to all property owners within 500' of the subject site; and,
F. The Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing on August 21, 2013, and
after fully considering all oral and written testimony and facts and opinions offered at the
aforesaid public hearing, adopted this resolution.
SECTION 2. The Planning Commission further finds, determines and declares the
environmental impact of the proposed development has been reviewed and has been found to
be in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and is categorically
exempt from CEQA, pursuant to Guideline Section No. 15332 (Class 32, In-Fill Development
Projects).
SECTION 3. Having considered all of the oral and written evidence presented to it at
said public hearings regarding the Tentative Tract Map, the Planning Commission further finds,
determines and declares that:
1. That the proposed map is consistent with the General Plan. It is an objective of the
City's Housing Element (Program 5) to increase the overall housing stock within the City.
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This includes providing sufficient housing to meet the City's share of the Regional
Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA). By allowing the proposed project to be
constructed there will be an increase the housing inventory by seven units.
Furthermore, it is a policy of the General Plan (Policy 8.2.2) to "Promote the upgrading of
properties." Removal of the two older homes and construction of the newer townhomes
will not only upgrade the subject site, but will serve to upgrade all the surrounding
properties, as it will enhance the streetscape. For these reasons, approval of the
Tentative Tract Map is consistent with the goals, policies, programs, and land uses of
applicable elements of the General Plan.
2. That the site is physically suitable for the type and density of development. The subject
site is a 19,470 square foot parcel, which exceeds the 10,000 square foot minimum lot
size in the R-3-O zone. Based on the size of the parcel, under the current code, the
applicant could construct up to 10 units; whereas he is only proposing nine units. The
overall site plan has been designed to accommodate the units, as well as sufficient
parking, landscaping, and open space.
3. That the design of the subdivision or type of improvements is not likely to cause serious
public health problems. The proposed subdivision is to allow a nine unit townhouse
development. As part of the site design, the applicant is including community open
space area. This amenity will encourage residents of the community to spend more time
outdoors and live a more active lifestyle.
4. That the design of the subdivision or the type of improvements will not conflict with
easements, acquired by the public at large, for access through or use of property within
the proposed subdivision. The existing site is improved with two single family
residences. There are no public access easements through or across the site.
Additionally, the City has reviewed the request and determined that the approval of the
map will not conflict with utility easements on the site.
5. That the design of the subdivision or the proposed improvements is not likely to cause
substantial environmental damage or substantially and avoidably injure wildlife or their
habitat. The existing site is improved with two single family residences, with landscaping
being limited to ornamental and grass. There are no known areas within the City that
host wildlife or their habitat, most particularly species identified as a candidate, sensitive,
or special status species.
SECTION 4. Having considered all of the oral and written evidence presented to it at
said public hearings regarding the Site Plan Review, the Planning Commission further finds,
determines and declares that:
1. The site plan is consistent with the goals and polices embodied in the General Plan and
other applicable plans and policies adopted by the Council. It is an objective of the
City's Housing Element (Program 5) to increase the overall housing stock within the City.
This includes providing sufficient housing to meet the City's share of the Regional
Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA). By allowing the proposed project to be
constructed there will be an increase the housing inventory by seven units.
Furthermore, it is a policy of the General Plan (Policy 8.2.2) to "Promote the upgrading of
properties." Removal of the two older homes and construction of the newer townhomes
will not only upgrade the subject site, but will serve to upgrade all the surrounding
properties, as it will enhance the streetscape.
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2. The proposed development is in accordance with the purposes and objectives of Article
IX and the zone in which the site is located. One of the purposes of the zoning code is
to allow development of properties, while avoiding impacts of the adjoining area. More
specifically, the intent of the R-3-O zone is to provide for the development of multiple-
family residential living areas compatible with the neighborhood environment and
outdoor recreation potential of the community. The proposed project will create a new
nine unit townhome development to replace two aging single family homes. The
applicant has designed the community in a manner that accomplishes all of the goals of
the General Plan and Zoning Code, while avoiding significant impacts to the neighboring
properties by utilizing proper site design, good architecture, and providing community
open spaces. Furthermore, the proposed design will enhance the streetscape, thus
providing a pleasing aspect to those driving on Stewart and Gray Rd.
3. The proposed development's site plan and its design features, including architecture and
landscaping, will integrate harmoniously and enhance the character and design of the
site, the immediate neighborhood, and the surrounding areas of the City. The applicant
is proposing to use a Craftsman architectural style, which includes the use a cross gable
roof; a combination of horizontal, vertical, and stucco siding; multi-paned windows and
doors; and decorative brackets under the eaves. The architectural style will serve to
enhance the site and provide an aesthetic enhancement to the entire area, since it is an
overall upgrade to the property and it augments the quality of the streetscape.
4. The site plan and location of the buildings, parking areas, signs, landscaping, luminaries,
and other site features indicate that proper consideration has been given to both the
functional aspects of the site development, such as automobile and pedestrian
circulation, and the visual effects of the development from the view of the public streets.
The proposed site layout includes a single vehicle access with central driveway to all of
the units that is wide enough to allow two way traffic and sufficient room for pedestrians.
Notwithstanding this, the complex is only nine units, which typically does not generate
excessive traffic that would create a hazard. Accordingly, the functional aspects of the
site development, such as automobile and pedestrian circulation, and the visual effects
of the development from the view of the public streets have been properly considered in
this request.
5. The proposed development will improve the community appearance by preventing
extremes of dissimilarity or monotony in new construction or in alterations of facilities. In
the City of Downey, there are a virtual plethora of architectural styles, particularly in this
area. The proposed architecture is a Craftsman style, which includes the use a cross
gable roof; a combination of horizontal, vertical, and stucco siding; multi-paned windows
and doors; and decorative brackets under the eaves. After a review of other buildings in
the area, it was noted that this style is not prevalent in the area. Nevertheless, it is the
finished materials and colors being proposed by the applicant will allow the buildings to
blend nicely with the architectural styles of the other buildings. Therefore, the proposed
architectural style is neither dissimilar nor monotonous from other buildings in the area
and that this project will upgrade the overall appearance of the site and, in turn, improve
the community appearance.
6. The site plan and design considerations shall tend to upgrade property in the immediate
neighborhood and surrounding areas with an accompanying betterment of conditions
affecting the public health, safety, comfort, and welfare. Currently, the subject site is
improved with two single-family homes that were built in the 1950's, which have a chain
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link fence along their frontages. By approving the project the existing homes will be
replaced with new townhomes that will serve to upgrade the site, as well as surrounding
properties. Furthermore, this project will result in an aesthetically pleasing streetscape
with new architecture, landscaping, and elimination of the chain link fences. This
development will promote the public health, safety, and welfare of those who work or
reside in the area.
7. The proposed development's site plan and its design features will include graffiti
resistant features and materials in accordance with the requirements of Section 4960 of
Chapter 10 of Article IV of this Code. As part of this project several conditions of
approval have been included to require the use of graffiti resistant materials in the
construction of the building. Should any graffiti appear on the site, an additional
condition of approval has been included to have the applicant have it removed within 48
hours of application. With these conditions, staff feels that the design features will
include be in accordance with Section 4960 of the Municipal Code.
SECTION 5. Having considered all of the oral and written evidence presented to it at
said public hearings regarding the Variance, the Planning Commission further finds, determines
and declares that:
1. That exceptional or extraordinary conditions or circumstances exist which are peculiar to
the land, structure, or building involved and which are not generally applicable to other
lands, structures or buildings in the same vicinity and zone. The subject site has a
uniquely different from the other properties in the same zone and vicinity that have been
developed with multi-family homes. The site is shallower than and not as big as the
adjoining sites. In order to achieve the desired density and meet the setbacks, the
applicant has created a design that must maximize the allowable height of the zone (35'
and three stories). In order to meet the variable height requirement, the applicant would
need to be setback from the rear property line approximately 100'. If the parcel was as
wide as it is deep, it would be larger and the applicant could have designed the
townhomes to meet the requirement. This creates a unique circumstance that is
peculiar to the land that is not generally applicable to others in the same vicinity and
zone.
2. That the literal interpretation of the provisions of this article would deprive the applicant
of rights under the terms of this article commonly enjoyed by other properties in the
same vicinity and zone in which the property is located. In order to meet the
requirements of the code, the applicant would have to reduce the number of units being
built; whereas, other property owners in the same vicinity and zone have been allowed
to build to their maximum allowed density. An analysis was conducted of all entitlements
issued to the properties within the R-3 and R-3-O zones that are between Rives Ave and
Pomering Rd. Of the 19 parcels (include the two subject parcels), nine have had some
sort of a deviation approved as part of their entitlements. Most of these deviations are
for the variable height and rear yard setback standards. Accordingly, the literal
interpretation of the provisions of this article would deprive the applicant of rights under
the terms of this article commonly enjoyed by other properties in the same vicinity and
zone in which the property is located.
3. That exceptional or extraordinary conditions or circumstances do not result from the
actions of the applicant. The configuration of the parcel exists and was not created by
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the applicant. In fact, the applicant is combining two parcels to increase the size and
width of the development site.
4. That granting the variance requested will not confer on the applicant any special
privilege that is denied by this chapter to other lands, structures, or buildings in the same
vicinity and zone in which the property is located. An analysis was conducted of all
entitlements issued to the properties within the R-3 and R-3-O zones that are between
Rives Ave and Pomering Rd. Of the 19 parcels (include the two subject parcels), nine
have had some sort of a deviation approved as part of their entitlements. Most of these
deviations are for the variable height and rear yard setback standards. Based on this
analysis, approval of the variance will not grant a special privilege that is denied to other
lands, structures, or buildings in the same vicinity and zone in which the property is
located.
5. The granting of such variance will be in harmony and not adversely affect the General
Plan of the City. It is an objective of the City's Housing Element (Program 5) to increase
the overall housing stock within the City. This includes providing sufficient housing to
meet the City's share of the Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA). By allowing
the proposed project to be constructed there will be an increase the housing inventory by
seven units. Furthermore, it is a policy of the General Plan (Policy 8.2.2) to "Promote
the upgrading of properties." Removal of the two older homes and construction of the
newer townhomes will not only upgrade the subject site, but will serve to upgrade all the
surrounding properties, as it will enhance the streetscape.
6. That the reasons set forth in the application justify the granting of the variance and that
the variance is the minimum variance that will make possible the reasonable use of the
land, building, or structure. The proposed project meets all development code
standards, except the variable height requirements. To reduce the amount of deviation
needed, the applicant pushed the buildings up to the front property line and reduced the
width of each unit to the lowest amount feasible. This change brought the buildings
further away from the rear property line, in which the variable height is measured. The
applicant has done everything possible to reduce the need of the variance, while
creating a project that is feasible for the project site.
SECTION 6. Based upon the findings set forth in Sections 1 through 5 of this
Resolution, the Planning Commission of the City of Downey hereby approves the Tentative
Tract Map, Site Plan Review, and Variance (PLN-13-00069), subject to conditions of approval
attached hereto as Exhibit A, which are necessary to preserve the health, safety and general
welfare of the community and enable the Planning Commission to make the findings set forth in
the previous sections. The conditions are fair and reasonable for the accomplishment of these
purposes.
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SECTION 7. The Secretary shall certify the adoption of this Resolution.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 21st day of August, 2013.7
•ouis Mor. -s, Ch-irman
City Plan ing Commission
I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing is a true copy of a Resolution adopted by the Planning
Commission of the City of Downey at a regular meeting thereof, held on the 21St day of August,
2013, by the following vote, to wit:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS: Lujan, Flores, Rodriguez, Kiefer and Morales
NOES: COMMISSIONERS: None
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: None
ABSTAIN: COMMISSIONERS: None
M C ary anagh, Secret
City Planning Commission
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L TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO 72667, SITE PLAN REVIEW
AND VARIANCE (PLN-13-00069)
EXHIBIT A - CONDITIONS
PLANNING
1) The approval of this Tentative Tract Map No. 72667, Site Plan Review, and Variance
(PLN-13-00069) allows for the construction of a of nine unit townhouse development and
to deviation from Municipal Code Section 9534.24 (Variable Height). Eight of the units
shall be 1,542 square feet and shall have a two car enclosed garage. The ninth unit
shall be 945 square feet and shall have a two car garage.
2) Approval of this Tentative Tract Map No. 72667, Site Plan Review, and Variance (PLN-
13-00069) shall not be construed to mean any waiver of applicable and appropriate
zoning regulations, or any Federal, State, County, and City laws and regulations. Unless
otherwise expressly specified, all other requirements of the City of Downey Municipal
Code shall apply.
3) The Owner/Applicant agrees, as a condition of approval of this resolution, to indemnify,
defend and hold harmless, at Applicant's expense, City and City's agents, officers and
employees from and against any claim, action or proceeding commenced within the time
period provided in Government Code Section 66499.37 to attack, review, set aside, void
or annul the approval of this resolution, to challenge the determination made by City
under the California Environmental Quality Act or to challenge the reasonableness,
legality or validity of any condition attached hereto. City shall promptly notify Applicant of
any such claim, action or proceeding to which City receives notice, and City will
cooperate fully with Applicant in the defense thereof. Applicant shall reimburse the City
for any court costs and attorney's fees that the City may be required to pay as a result of
any such claim, action or proceeding. City may, in its sole discretion, participate in the
defense of any such claim, action or proceeding, but such participation shall not relieve
Applicant of the obligations of this condition.
4) The City Planner is authorized to make minor modifications to the approved preliminary
plans or any of the conditions if such modifications shall achieve substantially the same
results as would strict compliance with said plans and conditions.
5) Prior to the issuance of building and/or grading permits, the Final Tract Map shall be
approved by the City and recorded with the County of Los Angeles.
6) Construction hours shall be limited to 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
There shall be no construction on the site outside of these hours.
7) All lights on the property shall be directed, positioned, and/or shielded such that they do
not illuminate surrounding properties and the public right-of-way.
8) The approved architectural style shall be Craftsman, as noted in the approved plans.
The finished color and material shall be as follows:
Finished Material and Color
Stucco Sherwin Williams—Pure White SW 7005
La. and Board & Batten sidin• Sherwin Williams—Uni•ue Gra SW 6260
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Fascia, corbels, and other trim on Sherwin Williams— Pure White (SW 7005)
lap and board & batten siding
Trim on stucco Sherwin Williams— Unique Gray (SW 6260)
Garage Doors Sherwin Williams—Unique Gray (SW 6260)
Entry Doors Sherwin Williams—Slate Tile (SW 7624)
Roof G.A.F. —Timberline—Charcoal
Changes to the facades and/or colors shall be subject to the review and approval of the
City Planner.
9) There shall be no roof mounted equipment permitted at any time.
10) All attic venting shall be architecturally consistent with the buildings, as determined by
the City Planner. Dormer vents and/or turbine vents shall not be permitted.
11) All south facing windows on the third floor (facing the R-1 zoned properties) shall have
opaque glass.
12) All buildings and walls shall be finished with graffiti resistant materials. Prior to the
issuance of building permits, the applicant shall demonstrate to the satisfaction of the
City Planner, that the finished materials will comply with this requirement.
13) Any graffiti applied to the site shall be removed within 48 hours.
14) The applicant shall comply with the art in public places requirements set forth in Downey
Municipal Code 8950 et seq.
15) Prior to the issuance of building permits, the applicant shall obtain approval from the City
Planner of all landscaping. The size and number of landscaping shall meet the
requirements of Municipal Code Section 9520. The mature trees (36" and 48" box trees)
shall be planted along the rear property line to screen the view of the building from the
neighboring property. Trees that have large canopies and maintain foliage year round
shall be preferential for the trees along the rear property line. All landscape shall be
installed and permanently maintained.
16) All above grade back-flow preventers, check valves, and transformers shall be painted
green and screened from view from the public right-of-way.
17) The applicant shall comply will the following construction provisions of the Mitigation
Monitoring Program adopted for the General Plan EIR (SCH 2004031159):
a) Future development projects shall include suppression measures for fugitive dust
and those associated with construction equipment in accordance with SCAQMD
Rule 403 and other AQMD requirements. Prior to issuance of each grading or
demolition permit, the project property owner/developer shall obtain the
appropriate permits from the SCAQMD and submit them to the City.
b) Future development projects shall adhere to the requirements of SCAQMD Rule
1403 (Asbestos Emissions for Demolition / Renovation Activities) for projects
where demolition is anticipated.
c) Water all active construction areas at least twice daily.
d) Cover all haul trucks or maintain at least two feet of freeboard.
e) Pave or apply water four times daily to all unpaved parking or staging areas
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f) Sweep or wash any site access points within 30 minutes of any visible dirt
deposition on any public roadway.
g) Cover or water twice daily any on-site stockpiles of debris, dirt or other dusty
material
h) Suspend all operations on any unpaved surface if winds exceed 25 mph
i) Hydroseed or otherwise stabilize any cleared area which is to remain inactive for
more than 96 hours after clearing is completed.
j) Require 90-day low-NOX tune-ups for off-road equipment.
k) Limit allowable idling to 10 minutes for trucks and heavy equipment
I) Limit individual construction sites to less than 10 acres for extended, continuous
construction.
m) Encourage car pooling for construction workers.
n) Wet down or cover dirt hauled off-site.
o) Encourage receipt of materials during non-peak traffic hours
18) All walls on the property shall be stucco or decorative block, as approved by the City
Planner.
19) Prior to the final of building permits, the applicant shall record CC&R's on the property to
govern the maintenance, repair, and improvement of all common areas. This shall
include, but may not be limited to, the landscaping, all utilities, exterior of buildings,
exterior lighting, internal streets and walkways, and pool area. Additionally, the CC&R's
shall require all trash receptacles to be stored in the garages of the units (except during
pick up day), require all garages be maintained in a manner to accommodate two
vehicles at all times, and require all guest parking spaces be duly marked and not
assigned to the residents. CC&R's shall run with the land and shall not expire. Prior to
the recording of the CC&R's, the applicant shall submit the CC&R's to the City Attorney
for review and approval. A copy of the recorded CC&R's shall be provided to the City
Planner to be included with the project file.
20) The driveway entrance on Stewart and Gray Rd shall have an enhanced paving (pavers
or stamped color concrete). The City Planner shall review and approval final enhanced
paving prior to installation.
21) There shall be no gate across the driveway.
BUILDING
22) All construction shall comply with the 2010 California Building Code and Title 24 of the
California Energy Code.
23) Prior to the commencement of construction, the applicant shall obtain all required
permits. Additionally, the applicant shall obtain all necessary inspections and permit
final prior to beginning operation of the site.
PUBLIC WORKS
28) The owner/applicant shall install one new 9500-lumen high-pressure sodium street lights
with full-cutoff fixture optics on new marbelite standard with underground service along
the property frontage. The applicant shall also remove the existing street light on wood
pole. Prior to the installation of the lights, the applicant shall obtain all necessary permits
for the Engineering Division.
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29) The owner/applicant hereby consents to the annexation of the property into the Downey
City Lighting Maintenance District in accordance with Division 15 of the Streets and
Highways Code, and to incorporation or annexation into a new or existing Benefit
Assessment or Municipal Improvement District in accordance with Division 10 and
Division 12 of the Streets and Highways Code and/or Division 2 of the Government
Code of the State of California.
30) All onsite utilities shall be installed underground.
31) The owner/applicant shall be required to complete a construction & demolition (C&D)
waste management plan per Article V, Chapter 8 of the Downey Municipal Code.
32) The owner/applicant shall submit an engineered grading plan and/or hydraulic
calculations and site drainage plan for the site (prepared and sealed by a registered civil
engineer in the State of California) for approval by the Engineering Division and Building
and Safety Division. All lot(s) shall not have less than one (1%) percent gradient on any
asphalt or non-paved surface, or less than one quarter (1/4%) percent gradient on any
concrete surface. Provide the following information on plans: topographic site
information, including elevations, dimensions/location of existing/proposed public
improvements adjacent to project (i.e. street, sidewalk, parkway and driveway widths,
catch basins, pedestrian ramps); the width and location of all existing and proposed
easements, the dimensions and location of proposed dedications; the location, depth
and dimensions of potable water, reclaimed water and sanitary sewer lines; chemical
and hazardous material storage, if any, including containment provisions; and the type of
existing use, including the gross square footage of the building, and its disposition.
33) The owner/applicant shall construct/install curb, gutter, sidewalk, disabled ramps,
portland cement concrete driveway approaches, street trees (24-inch box with 2-inch
diameter trunk), and pavement along all property frontage to the standards of the
Department of Public Works. Broken, uneven, or sub-standard curb, gutter, sidewalk,
driveway, disabled ramps and pavement, shall be replaced to the satisfaction of the
Public Works Department. Contact the Public Works Inspection Office at (562) 904-
7110 to have these areas identified just prior to initiating a grading plan. The
owner/applicant shall obtain all necessary plan approvals and permits and shall provide
that the standards of improvements, construction materials, and methods of construction
shall be in conformance with the Standard Plans and Specification for Public Works
Construction and as modified by the City of Downey's Standard Plans and
Specifications.
34) All driveway approaches shall be as wide as the driveway or parking aisle they serve.
All unused driveways shall be removed and reconstructed with full-height curb, gutter
and sidewalk.
35) The owner/applicant shall install pavement, which consists of a minimum section of 4"
thick aggregate base, and a minimum 2-1/2" thick asphalt concrete pavement.
36) All areas within the scope of work of this project shall comply with the National Pollutant
Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) requirements of the Federal Clean Water Act;
the General Construction Activities Stormwater Permit (GCASP) of the State, the
Stormwater Quality Management Plan (SQMP) of the Los Angeles County Department
of Public Works, and Ordinance 1142 of the Downey Municipal Code. Furthermore, the
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owner/applicant shall provide a design that conveys all onsite drainage over a vegetative
swale a minimum distance of 20 feet and retain the first 0.75 inches of drainage onsite
using either surface detention basins or below grade facilities with flow in excess of the
first 0.75 inches allowed to overflow by underground drains to an existing Los Angeles
County Public Works storm drain
37) The owner/applicant shall install a sewer main and sewer lateral (to the front property
line), and shall provide that the design and improvements of sewers shall be to the
standards of the City Engineering Division. Septic systems are not acceptable.
38) The owner/applicant shall provide that all construction graffiti created as part of this
project in the public right of way to be removed.
39) The owner/applicant shall submit a recorded mylar copy of the final map, a digital
AutoCAD format file (AutoCAD 2000 or later) and scanned, uncompressed TIFF images
of Tract Map on a CD-ROM media.
40) The owner/applicant shall furnish and install a new (min. 1-inch) dedicated potable water
service line, meter, and meter box for each unit.
41) The owner/applicant shall furnish and install a (min. 1-inch) dedicated water service line,
meter, and meter box for the landscaping irrigation system.
42) The owner/applicant shall furnish and install backflow device(s) in accordance with the
Department of Public Works and the State and County Department of Health Services
requirements.
43) The owner/applicant shall confirm availability of adequate fire flow and pressure in
accordance with the Department of Public Works and Downey Fire Department
requirements.
44) The owner/applicant shall furnish and install the public potable water improvements,
including extension and/or replacement of existing mains and associated facilities,
necessary to provide adequate fire flow and pressure to the site.
45) The owner/applicant shall furnish and install fire hydrant(s) and dedicated fire protection
lateral(s) including backflow devices, fire department connections and other
appurtenances as required by the Department of Public Works and the Downey Fire
Department. Such improvements may include removal and/or replacement of existing
fire hydrants, laterals, backflow devices, and associated facilities with new facilities to
current Downey standards and materials. Backflow devices, fire department
connections, and associated appurtenances are to be located on private property and
shall be readily accessible for emergency and inspection purposes. Backflow devices
shall be screened from street view by providing sufficient landscaping to hide it.
46) The owner/applicant shall provide and record utility easement(s) for access to, and
inspection and maintenance of, public water lines, meters and appurtenances, and
backflow devices.
47) The owner/applicant shall furnish and install sanitary sewer lateral(s) and associated
facilities within the public right of way in accordance with the requirements of the
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Downey Planning Commission
Department of Public Works.
48) The owner/applicant shall identify the point(s) of connection for the sanitary sewer
lateral(s) and confirm that sufficient capacity exists in the publicly owned facilities in
conformance with the requirements of the Department of Public Works and the County
Sanitation Districts of Los Angeles County (CSDLAC).
49) The owner/applicant shall furnish and install the public sanitary sewer improvements,
including extension and/or replacement of existing mains and associated facilities,
necessary to provide adequate capacity for the site as approved by the Department of
Public Works and CSDLAC.
50) The owner/applicant is responsible for coordinating with, and payment(s) to the City and
CSDLAC for all sanitary sewer connection and capacity charges.
FIRE DEPARTMENT
58) Plans to be submitted through Building and Safety and shall comply with 2010 California
Fire Code, 2010 California Building Code, current Downey Municipal Code Ordinances
and any other pertinent requirements to be determined at time of plan submission and
review.
59) A fire sprinkler system and a fire alarm system shall be installed. Approval of the
sprinkler and alarm systems shall be done through a 'Deferred Submittal" in which
additional requirements to meet the code may be added.
60) All fire lanes shall be clearly identified including the use of red curbs and signs. All fire
access shall require turn around area for fire apparatus, as approved by the Fire Chief.
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