HomeMy WebLinkAbout2. PLN-21-00033 - 7503 PivotSTAFF REPORT
PLANNING DIVISION
DATE: SEPTEMBER 1, 2021
TO: PLANNING COMMISSION
SUBMITTED BY: ALDO E. SCHINDLER, DEPUTY CITY MANAGER/COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT
REVIEWED BY: CRYSTAL LANDAVAZO, CITY PLANNER
PREPARED BY: GUILLERMO ARREOLA, PRINCIPAL PLANNER
SUBJECT: PLN-21-00033 (VARIANCE) REQUEST TO ALLOW FOR A REDUCED
REAR YARD SETBACK FROM 20 FEET TO 10 FEET.
LOCATION: 7503 PIVOT STREET
ZONING: R-1 5,000 (SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL)
REPORT SUMMARY
The applicant is requesting a Variance to deviate from the Downey Municipal Code (DMC) in
order to allow for a rear yard setback of 10 feet rather than the required 20 feet minimum. This
deviation applies to a proposed two-bedroom, one bath, 540 square foot rear addition on
property located at 7503 Pivot Street, zoned R-1 5,000 (Single-Family Residential).
A Variance is defined in the Municipal Code as “a permit which grants a property owner relief
from development standards contained in this article when strict compliance with this article
would result in undue hardship on the owner due to special circumstances or conditions
applicable to a property, including size, shape, topography, location, or surroundings.” A series
of findings must be made in a positive manner in order for this permit to be granted. Mainly, as
stated in the above definition, the property itself must experience unique physical circumstances
not found among standard lots within the City.
Based on the analysis contained in this report, staff found that such findings can be made due
to the unique shape and dimensions of the property and recommends that the Planning
Commission adopt the following resolution:
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY TO
APPROVE VARIANCE PLN-21-00033, A REQUEST FOR A DEVIATION FROM
DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 9312.08 (a) FOR A REDUCED REAR YARD
SETBACK OF 10 FEET, RATHER THAN THE REQUIRED 20 FEET MINIMUM ON A
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 7503 PIVOT STREET, AND ZONED R-1 5,000 (SINGLE
FAMILY RESIDENTIAL).
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BACKGROUND
The subject site is a 7,040 square foot irregularly shaped lot. The same lot dimensions and
configuration do not exist for all properties within this housing tract. The subject property is
located on the north side of Pivot Street, between Pomering Road and Norlain Avenue. The
property is zoned R-1 5,000 (Single Family Residential) and has a General Plan Land Use
Designation of Low Density Residential. The property is currently developed with a 1,126
square foot single-family residence. The development standards for the zone is a minimum lot
size of 5,000 square feet, with a minimum lot width of 50 feet and a lot depth that conforms to
the average depth of adjacent lots. The average depth of lots adjacent to the subject site is
approximately 97.15 feet.
Front view of subject property from Pivot Street
On March 18, 2021, the applicant submitted the request for a Variance. The application was
issued one incomplete letter, and after receiving all necessary documents the application was
deemed complete on August 12, 2021. On August 19th, 2021, the notice of the pending public
hearing was published in the Downey Patriot and mailed to all property owners within 500 feet
of the subject site.
DISCUSSION
The applicant is seeking a Variance from DMC Section 9312.08 (a) to reduce the rear yard
setback to 10 feet rather than the 20 feet required for an R-1 zoned property. The DMC sets a
rear yard setback requirement of 20 feet. This setback area is required to be unoccupied and
unobstructed from the ground upward. The proposed addition would encroach 10-feet into the
required setback. As part of the review for this request, staff reviewed the application submittal
and conducted an assessment of the subject property and surrounding area to determine if a
special circumstance exists. Staff found that the subject property holds irregular lot dimensions
and a unique shape compared to the corresponding R-1 zoning district.
The property is uniquely shaped in that the east property line measures only 89.41 feet in depth,
and the west property line measures 138.26 feet in depth. In addition, the lot measures 43.46
feet in width at the front property line, creating a triangular shaped lot. As a result of the unique
shape of the property, the house was situated along the east side of the property to allow
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driveway access along the west side of the property to the rear detached garage. The site is
also located at the intersection of Pivot Street and Norlain Avenue, and includes a convex
shaped front lot line that further adds to the unique shape of the property. The front 20-foot
setback follows the curvature of the front property line. The rear 20-foot setback also runs
parallel to the rear property line, which, in conjunction with the curved front property line and the
narrow width of the lot at the front property line, creates a unique building envelope on the lot.
The building envelope is the buildable area of a site after accounting for the required front, side,
and rear yard setbacks.
An average lot typically includes equal length side property lines and parallel front and rear
property lines, which form rectangular building envelopes. Staff surveyed the properties located
on north and south sides of Pivot Street and Phlox Street, the east and west sides of Norlain
Avenue and Pomering Road, and the north side of Arnett, between Norlain Avenue and
Pomering Road. The average lot depth in this tract is just over 97 feet. Accounting for the front
20-foot and rear 20-foot setbacks, the average building envelope measures 57 feet in depth for
lots in this area. The building envelope for the subject site measures 47-feet at its shallowest
point, 10-feet less than the average building envelope for the area. If the 57-foot deep building
envelope is applied to the subject site, the building envelope would extend 10.5 feet, at its
deepest point, into the 20-foot rear yard setback, which approximately matches the applicant's
request for a 10-foot encroachment. There is no point on the property where the 57-foot building
envelope would not encroach into the rear 20-foot rear yard setback.
While the rear property line angles away from the front property line creating a deeper depth for
the west portion of the lot, an addition that matches the unique shape of the lot could potentially
lead to non-rectilinear building lines and create a non-functional floor plan. As proposed, the
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addition maintains the width of the existing house, which in turn allows the addition to match the
roof design, follow the existing 5-foot sideyard setback, and does not exceed the average 57-
foot deep building envelope found in the neighborhood. There is already precedent for reduced
rear yards in the neighborhood. There are three properties at the intersection of Pivot Street and
Pomering Road that feature similarly unique shape lots. Two were developed with 10-foot rear
yard setbacks and the third, with a 15-foot rear yard setback.
The existing floor plan includes a kitchen along the northwest section of the house, a living room
at the front entrance of the house, and bedrooms along the east side of the house. The
proposed addition would be located to the rear of the house, behind the living room. The
addition includes a new full bath and a hallway that leads to the two new bedrooms.
The required findings can be made in a positive manner in that the unique lot shape and
dimensions, create a limitation that prevents this owner from achieving the same opportunity
available to neighboring properties. As described in the analysis above, there are unique
circumstances that prevent compliance with the rear yard setback standard and cause a
hardship to the subject site that does not exist for typical properties in the surrounding area.
DEVELOPMENT REVIEW COMMITTEE
The City’s Development Review Committee reviewed the proposed project. The Police
Department and Public Works Department had no comments on the project. The Fire
Department and Building Department provided standard conditions of approval related to
construction of the addition.
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
The request was reviewed for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
This request was determined to be categorically exempt from CEQA, pursuant to Guideline
Section No. 15305 (Class 5, Minor Alterations in Land Use Limitations), which includes setback
variances not resulting in the creation of any new parcel.
FINDINGS
Pursuant with Section 9814.08 of the Municipal Code, before a Variance may be granted, the
Planning Commission shall make findings from the evidence, as submitted, that all six (6) of the
following conditions exist in reference to the property being considered. Based on the evidence
submitted in the application, the request can be supported with positive findings as described
below:
1.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 is unique in shape which creates a smaller building envelope as compared to
the majority of the surrounding properties which have an average building envelope of 10-feet
in depth greater than the subject site. Thus the subject site can be considered to have
exceptional or extraordinary conditions that would result in an undue hardship because the
property would be restricted from developing the way surrounding property can. The site is best
described as an irregularly shaped lot compared to the rectangular shape of most of the
adjacent lots. The shape and dimensions of the subject site are peculiar and unique compared
to most lots in the surrounding area and throughout the City.
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2.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.
The project consists of a 540 square foot rear addition with a 10 foot rear setback. The
proposed construction is not allowed without a Variance because it does not conform to a 20
foot rear yard setback set forth within the Downey Municipal Code. The unique shaped lot
does not have the building envelope to create the proposed addition without encroaching
into the rear yard setback. This restriction is not applicable to other lots in the same vicinity
as the other lots have deeper building envelopes, parallel front and rear property lines, and
equidistant side property lines, and therefore not restricted on buildable area or prevented
from utilizing their property. The dimensions and irregular lot shape create a hardship for the
site to accommodate new construction. An equal scope of work may not be achieved
elsewhere on the property due to the shape of the site. The subject site has a building
envelope that is 10-feet less in depth than those of surrounding properties. Therefore, the
literal interpretation and application of this article deprives the applicant of rights commonly
enjoyed by other properties in the same vicinity and zone in which the property is located.
3. The exceptional or extraordinary conditions or circumstances do not result from the
actions of the applicant.
The subject site is best described as a uniquely shaped lot, and is not able to meet all
applicable development standards with a legal nonconforming lot depth of only 70 feet which
is not in conformance with the average depths of adjacent lots. The 70-foot depth is an
existing nonconformity and not a result from actions of the applicant. The applicant assumed
the challenges of the nonconforming use upon purchase but did not take any action to
create or exacerbate the unique condition of the subject site.
4.Granting the variance requested will not confer on the applicant any special privilege
that is denied by this chapter to other lands, structures, or building in the same
vicinity and zone in which the property is located.
The applicant’s request for a reduced rear yard setback of 10 feet is a modification that may be
granted by the Commission per section 9534.20 of the Downey zoning code for lots having
unique circumstances. Granting of a Variance will allow the applicant to gain some of the rights
automatically given to properties with standard shapes and lot dimensions. The subject site’s
irregular depth does not confer any special privilege that is denied by this chapter to other lands
in this same zone. Additionally, the subject site will be required to comply with all other
development standards like floor area ratio, building height, and side setbacks.
5.The granting of such variance will be in harmony and not adversely affect the General
Plan of the City.
The General Plan Land Use designation for the subject site is Low Density Residential and
is in compliance with Policy 1.4.2, which states “Promote residential construction that
complements existing neighborhoods.” Staff has worked with the applicant to ensure that
the architectural style and quality of the proposed addition will be compatible with the
architecture of the existing home and the surrounding neighborhood. The proposed scope of
work is in harmony with, and does not adversely affect the following Goals, Policies, and
Programs of the General Plan:
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•Goal 8.1 – Promote quality design for new, expanded, and remodeled construction.
o Policy 8.1.1 – Promote architectural design of the highest quality
o Program 8.1.1.2 – Assist homeowners and builders by providing design
guidelines to illustrate good design.
These goals are most typically achieved by allowing new construction that is consistent,
compatible, and similar in character to the surrounding neighborhood.
6.The reasons set forth in the application justify the granting of the variance and the
variance is the minimum variance that will make possible the reasonable use of the
land, building, or structure.
The property is uniquely shaped, with a narrow frontage, angled side property lines, a
curved front property line, and building envelope that measures at least 10-feet less than the
average building envelope found in the neighborhood. Most of the properties within this
neighborhood have a buildable depth of 57 feet, while the subject site currently has a 47-
foot building envelope depth. The reduced rear yard setback will allow a 57-foot buildable
depth to be applied for the subject site. With the approved addition, the property will
maintain proportion to the size of the lot by complying with the Floor Area Ratio, side
setbacks, and open space development standards for this land use designation.
CORRESPONDENCE
As of the date that this report was printed, staff has not received any correspondence regarding
this application.
CONCLUSION
Based on the analysis contained within this report, all of the required findings can be made in a
positive manner therefore staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Variance
(PLN-21-00033), subject to the recommended conditions of approval.
EXHIBITS
A.Maps
B.Draft Resolution
C.Project Plans
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EXHIBIT ‘A’
Vicinity Map
Zoning Map
Subject Site
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Subject Property – Aerial Photograph
Aerial with Proposed Addition Outline
Proposed
Addition
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RESOLUTION NO. 21-____
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
DOWNEY TO APPROVE VARIANCE PLN-21-00033, A REQUEST FOR A
DEVIATION FROM DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 9312.08 (a) FOR A
REDUCED REAR YARD SETBACK OF 10 FEET, RATHER THAN THE
REQUIRED 20 FEET MINIMUM ON A PROPERTY LOCATED AT 7503 PIVOT
STREET, AND ZONED R-1 5,000 (SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL).
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 18, 2021, the applicant submitted a request for a Variance to reduce the
required setback of 20 feet to 10 feet to allow for an addition to the rear of the dwelling
on the subject site. Due to missing information on the project plans, staff deemed the
application incomplete; and,
B.After receiving all necessary documents the application was deemed complete on
August 12, 2021; and,
C.On August 19, 2021, notice of the pending application published in the Downey Patriot
and mailed to all property owners within 500' of the subject site; and,
D.The Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing on September 1, 2021 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 project 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 15305 (Class 5, Minor Alterations in Land Use
Limitations), which includes setback variances not resulting in the creation of any new parcel.
SECTION 3. 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:
A.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 is unique in shape
which creates a smaller building envelope as compared to the majority of the surrounding
properties which have an average building envelope of 10-feet in depth greater than the
subject site. Thus the subject site can be considered to have exceptional or extraordinary
conditions that would result in an undue hardship because the property would be restricted
from developing the way surrounding property can. The site is best described as an
irregularly shaped lot compared to the rectangular shape of most of the adjacent lots. The
shape and dimensions of the subject site are peculiar and unique compared to most lots in
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the surrounding area and throughout the City.
B.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. The project consists of a 540 square foot rear addition
with a 10 foot rear setback. The proposed construction is not allowed without a Variance
because it does not conform to a 20 foot rear yard setback set forth within the Downey
Municipal Code. The unique shaped lot does not have the building envelope to create the
proposed addition without encroaching into the rear yard setback. This restriction is not
applicable to other lots in the same vicinity as the other lots have deeper building envelopes,
parallel front and rear property lines, and equidistant side property lines, and therefore not
restricted on buildable area or prevented from utilizing their property. The dimensions and
irregular lot shape create a hardship for the site to accommodate new construction. An
equal scope of work may not be achieved elsewhere on the property due to the shape of the
site. The subject site has a building envelope that is 10-feet less in depth than those of
surrounding properties. Therefore, the literal interpretation and application of this article
deprives the applicant of rights commonly enjoyed by other properties in the same vicinity
and zone in which the property is located.
C.The exceptional or extraordinary conditions or circumstances do not result from the actions
of the applicant. The subject site is best described as a uniquely shaped lot, and is not able
to meet all applicable development standards with a legal nonconforming lot depth of only
70 feet which is not in conformance with the average depths of adjacent lots. The 70 foot
depth is an existing nonconformity and not a result from actions of the applicant. The
applicant assumed the challenges of the nonconforming use upon purchase but did not take
any action to create or exacerbate the unique condition of the subject site.
D.Granting the variance requested will not confer on the applicant any special privilege that is
denied by this chapter to other lands, structures, or building in the same vicinity and zone in
which the property is located. The applicant’s request for a reduced rear yard setback of 10
feet is a modification that may be granted by the Commission per section 9534.20 of the
Downey zoning code for lots having unique circumstances. Granting of a Variance will allow
the applicant to gain some of the rights automatically given to properties with standard lot
shapes and lot dimensions. The subject site’s irregular depth does not confer any special
privilege that is denied by this chapter to other lands in this same zone. Additionally, the
subject site will be required to comply with all other development standards like floor area
ratio, building height, and side setbacks.
E.The granting of such variance will be in harmony and not adversely affect the General Plan
of the City. The General Plan Land Use designation for the subject site is Low Density
Residential and is in compliance with Policy 1.4.2, which states “Promote residential
construction that complements existing neighborhoods.” Staff has worked with the applicant
to ensure that the architectural style and quality of the proposed addition will be compatible
with the architecture of the existing home and the surrounding neighborhood. The proposed
scope of work is in harmony with, and does not adversely affect the following Goals,
Policies, and Programs of the General Plan:
•Goal 8.1 – Promote quality design for new, expanded, and remodeled construction;
and,
o Policy 8.1.1 – Promote architectural design of the highest quality; and,
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o Program 8.1.1.2 – Assist homeowners and builders by providing design
guidelines to illustrate good design. These goals are most typically achieved by
allowing new construction that is consistent, compatible, and similar in character
to the surrounding neighborhood.
F.The reasons set forth in the application justify the granting of the variance and the variance
is the minimum variance that will make possible the reasonable use of the land, building, or
structure. The property is uniquely shaped, with a narrow frontage, angled side property
lines, a curved front property line, and building envelope that measures at least 10-feet less
than the average building envelope found in the neighborhood. Most of the properties within
this neighborhood have a buildable depth of 57 feet, while the subject site currently has a
47-foot building envelope depth. The reduced rear yard setback will allow a 57-foot buildable
depth to be applied for the subject site. With the approved addition, the property will
maintain proportion to the size of the lot by complying with the Floor Area Ratio, side
setbacks, and open space development standards for this land use designation.
SECTION 4. Based upon the findings set forth in Sections 1 through 3 of this
Resolution, the Planning Commission of the City of Downey hereby approves Variance (PLN-
21-00033) 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 5. The Secretary shall certify the adoption of this Resolution.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 1st day of September, 2021
_____________________
Miguel Duarte, Chairman
City Planning 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 1st day of
September, 2021, by the following vote, to wit:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS:
NOES: COMMISSIONERS:
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS:
ABSTAIN: COMMISSIONERS:
_______________________
Mary Cavanagh, Secretary
City Planning Commission
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VARIANCE (PLN-21-00033)
EXHIBIT A – CONDITIONS
PLANNING
1)The approval of this Variance (PLN-21-00033) allows for the reduction of a rear setback
from 20 feet to 10 feet to allow for a 540 square foot addition to the rear of the dwelling
as shown on the plans date stamped July 12, 2021.
2)This Variance (PLN-21-00033) 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 use approved herein must be executed within one year of Planning Commission
approval or shall be subject to revocation where this approval will be deemed null and
void.
4)The addition shall be in complete compliance with all other development standards
within the Downey Municipal Code that pertain to the subject site.
5)The Planning Commission reserves the right to revoke or modify this approval if the
proposed use becomes a public nuisance, finds the permit was obtained by fraud, the
approved use is not being exercised, the approved use is operated in violation of the
terms and conditions contained herein, or the approved use ceased or was suspended
for one year or more.
6)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.
7)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.
8)All exterior lights on the property shall be directed, positioned, and/or shielded such that
they do not illuminate surrounding properties.
9)The approved architectural elements shall be as noted in the approved plans to be
compatible with the existing structure at the subject site. Modifications to the facades
and/or colors shall be subject to the review and approval of the City Planner if such
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modifications achieve substantially the same result as would strict compliance with said
plans.
BUILDING
10)All construction shall comply with the most recent adopted City and State building codes:
•2019 California Building Code
•2019 California Residential Code
•2019 California Electrical Code
•2019 California Mechanical Code
•2019 California Plumbing Code
•2019 California Fire Code
•2019 California Green Code
11)Special Inspections – As indicated by California Building Code Section 1704, the owner
shall employ one or more special inspectors who shall provide special inspections when
required by CBC section 1704. Please contact the Building Division at time of plan
submittal to obtain application for special inspections.
12)The Title Sheet of the plans shall include:
•Occupancy Group
•Occupant Load
•Description of use
•Type of Construction
•Height of Building
•Floor area of building(s) and/or occupancy group(s)
13)School impact fees shall be paid prior to permit issuance.
14)Dimensioned building setbacks and property lines, street centerlines and between
buildings or other structures shall be designed on plot plan.
15)All property lines and easements must be shown on plot plan. A statement that such
lines and easements are shown is required.
16)The project design will conform with energy conservation measures articulated in Title
24 of the California Code of Regulations and address measures to reduce energy
consumption such as flow restrictors for toilets, low consumptions light fixtures, and
insulation and shall use to the extent feasible draught landscaping.
FIRE
The following comments pertain to a fire review of a limited design plan submittal. The
comments contained herein shall not be construed as complete or encompassing all fire-life
safety code requirements set forth in local, State, and/or National local codes.
17)Smoke alarms shall be installed in Residential Group R occupancies on the ceiling or
wall or each separate sleeping areas in immediate vicinity of bedrooms; in each room
used for sleeping purposes, and in each story within a dwelling unit [CA Fire Code
§907.2.10.2]
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18)Carbon monoxide detection and alarms shall be installed in R-occupancies as set forth
in Section 915 of the California Fire Code
19)Project construction shall comply with requirements set forth in the CA Building and
Residential Codes for egress, construction type and height, etc.
20)Automatic residential fire sprinkler systems are not required for projects in which
additions or alterations to existing buildings that are not already provided with an
automatic residential sprinkler system; and per SB 1069, exception for automatic fire
sprinklers systems if all the following conditions exist:
•Unit meets definition of ADU per Government Code
•Existing primary residence is not required to have automatic residential sprinklers
•Accessory detached dwelling unit does not exceed 1,200 sq. ft.
•Unit is on same lot as primary residence
END OF CONDITIONS
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