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AGENDA REPORT
City of Moorpark
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June 18, 1999 (City Council Meeting of 6- 23 -99)
Subject: CONSIDER REQUEST BY ARCHSTONE COMMUNITIES FOR APPROVAL
OF GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 97 -3 FOR A CHANGE IN THE
LAND USE DESIGNATION OF THE GENERAL PLAN FROM GENERAL
COMMERCIAL (C -2) TO VERY HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
(VH), ZONE CHANGE NO. 97 -7 TO CHANGE THE ZONING
DESIGNATION OF THE PROPERTY FROM CPD (COMMERCIAL
PLANNED DEVELOPMENT) TO RPD 16.2 (RESIDENTIAL PLANNED
DEVELOPMENT 16.2 UNITS PER ACRE MAXIMUM) AND
RESIDENTIAL PLANNED DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 97 -1 FOR
CONSTRUCTION OF 312 APARTMENT UNITS, ON PROPERTY
LOCATED ON THE WEST SIDE OF MOORPARK AVENUE, SOUTH OF
LOS ANGELES AVENUE ADJACENT TO THE ARROYO SIMI (APN
506 -0- 050 -275). (CONTINUED FROM JUNE 16, 1999, WITH
PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED)
BACKGROUND
This request for General Plan Amendment, Zone Change and a
Residential Planned Development, was continued from the City
Council meeting of June 16, 1999, to allow for the final draft
City Council resolutions to be prepared. City Council on June
16, 1999, introduced for first reading an ordinance to rezone
this property and introduced for first reading an ordinance to
approve the Development Agreement. The action proposed on this
agenda involves a second reading (adoption) of both the rezoning
and Development Agreement which when combined with the General
Plan Amendment and Residential Planned Development will
constitute the final steps for approval of this project. The
Development Agreement is provided as a separate item on this
agenda.
Honorable City Council
June 23, 1999
Page 2
The City Council at their meeting of June 16, 1999, incorporated
one additional condition relating to this project concerning the
elimination of parking on Moorpark Avenue.
The proposed condition is noted below and has been incorporated
in the attached resolution for the Residential Planned
Development for approval by the City Council
Proposed Condition:
The applicant is required to pay for the posting of
"No Stopping Anytime" signs along the east and west
sides of Moorpark Avenue, south of Los Angeles Avenue
to the Arroyo Simi.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
1) Adopt Resolution No. 99- approving General Plan
Amendment No. 97 -3; 2) Declare Ordinance No. 258 read for the
second time and adopted as read. 3) Adopt Resolution No. 99-
approving Residential Planned Development Permit No. 97 -1.
ATTACHMENTS: Resolution for General Plan Amendment
Ordinance for Zone Change
Resolution approving Residential Planned
Development
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RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF MOORPARK, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING GENERAL
PLAN AMENDMENT 97 -3 FOR A CHANGE IN THE LAND
USE DESIGNATION OF THE GENERAL PLAN FROM
GENERAL COMMERCIAL (C -2) TO VERY HIGH
DENSITY RESIDENTIAL (VH), WITH THE EXCEPTION
OF THE AREA ALONG THE SOUTHERLY PORTION OF
THE PROPERTY REQUIRED TO BE DEDICATED TO THE
VENTURA COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT WHICH
IS TO HAVE THE LAND USE DESIGNATION OF OPEN
SPACE 2 (OS -2), ON APPROXIMATELY 19.2 ACRES
OF LAND SOUTHERLY OF LOS ANGELES AVENUE ON
THE WEST SIDE OF MOORPARK AVENUE ADJACENT TO
THE FLOOD CONTROL CHANNEL (APN. 506- 0 -050-
275) ON THE APPLICATION OF ARCHSTONE
COMMUNITIES
WHEREAS, at a duly noticed public hearing on May 5, May 19
June 2, 9, and 16, 1999, the City Council considered the
application filed by Archstone Communities for approval of
General Plan Amendment No. 97 -3 for a change in the Land Use
Designation of the Land Use Element of the General Plan from
General Commercial (C -2) to Very High Density Residential (VH)
with the exception of the area along the southerly portion of
the property required to be dedicated to the Ventura County
Flood Control District which is to have the Land Use Designation
of Open Space 2 (OS -2); and
WHEREAS, at its meeting of May 5, 1999, the meeting was
continued to May 19 when the public hearing was opened, took
testimony from all those wishing to testify, and closed the
public hearing on June 2, 1999 and continued the hearing to June
17, 1999; and
WHEREAS, the City Council, after review and consideration
of the information contained in the City Council staff reports
and testimony, has made a decision in the matter.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MOORPARK,
CALIFORNIA, DOES RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
City Council Resolution
General Plan Amendment No. 97 -3
Page No. 2
SECTION 1. The City Council has determined that the
Mitigated Negative Declaration /Initial Study prepared for the
General Plan Amendment is complete, has been prepared in
compliance in CEQA, and City policy, and the contents in the
Mitigated Negative Declaration /Initial Study have been
considered in the various decisions on the proposed General Plan
Amendment.
SECTION 2. In order to reduce the potential for adverse
impacts, mitigation measures discussed in the Mitigation
Monitoring Program have been imposed as conditions of project
approval.
SECTION 3. A Mitigation Reporting and Monitoring Program
has been prepared in compliance with Assembly Bill 3180 and
considered in the various decisions regarding the proposed project.
SECTION 4. The City Council adopts the Mitigated Negative
Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring Program.
SECTION 5. That the City Council determined that the
impacts resulting from the proposed General Plan Amendment would not
have a significant adverse effect on the environment.
SECTION 6. The City Council approves of a change in Land
Use Designation to Very High Density Residential (VH), with the
exception of the area along the southerly portion of the property
required to be dedicated to the Ventura County Flood Control
District which is to have the land use designation of Open Space 2
(OS -2), on approximately 19.2 acres of land located southerly of Los
Angeles Avenue on the west side of Moorpark Avenue adjacent to the
flood control channel (APN. 506 -0- 050 -275) on the application of
Archstone Communities.
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City Council Resolution
General Plan Amendment No. 97 -3
Page No. 3
SECTION 7. This Resolution shall not become effective
until the date that both the ordinance adopting zoning and the
ordinance adopting a Development Agreement between the City of
Moorpark and the Developer shall become effective.
SECTION 8. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption
of this resolution and shall cause a certified resolution to be
filed in the book of original Resolutions.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS DAY OF ,
1999.
Patrick Hunter, Mayor
ATTEST:
Deborah S. Traffenstedt, City Clerk
Exhibit A: General Plan Exhibit Map
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ORDINANCE NO. 258
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MOORPARK,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING ZONE CHANGE NO. 97 -7 TO CHANGE THE
ZONING DESIGNATION ON APPROXIMATELY 19.2 ACRES OF
UNDEVELOPED LAND LOCATED SOUTHERLY OF LOS ANGELES AVENUE
ON THE WEST SIDE OF MOORPARK AVENUE ADJACENT TO THE FLOOD
CONTROL CHANNEL FROM CPD (COMMERCIAL PLANNED DEVELOPMENT)
TO RPD 16.2 (RESIDENTIAL PLANNED DEVELOPMENT - 16.2 UNITS
PER ACRE MAXIMUM), WITH THE EXCEPTION OF THE AREA ALONG
THE SOUTHERLY PORTION OF THE PROPERTY REQUIRED TO BE
DEDICATED TO THE VENTURA COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT
WHICH IS TO BE REZONED TO OS (OPEN SPACE), ON THE
APPLICATION OF ARCHSTONE COMMUNITIES
WHEREAS, at a duly noticed public hearing on May 5, May 19 and
June 2, 9, 16 and 23 1999, the City Council considered the
application filed by Archstone Communities for approval of Zone
Change No. 97 -7 for a change in the Zoning Designation on the
property from CPD (Commercial Planned Development) to RPD 16.2
(Residential Planned Development 16.2 units per acre maximum), with
the exception of the area along the southerly portion of the
property required to be dedicated to the Ventura County Flood
Control District which is to be rezoned to OS (Open Space); and
WHEREAS, at its meeting of May 5, 1999, the City Council
continued this item to May 19, 1999 when the public hearing was
opened and testimony from all those wishing to testify was taken,
and closed the public hearing on June 2, 1999; and
WHEREAS, the City Council, after review and consideration of
the information contained in the City Council staff reports and
testimony, has made a decision in the matter.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MOORPARK,
CALIFORNIA, DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. The City Council determines the Mitigated Negative
Declaration /Initial Study for the Zone Change is complete, has been
prepared in compliance in CEQA and City policy, and the contents in
the Negative Declaration /Initial Study have been considered in the
decisions on the proposed Zone Change.
SECTION 2. That the City Council determined that the impacts
for the proposed Zone Change would not have a significant adverse
effect on the environment.
SECTION 3. The City Council hereby finds that the proposed
Zone Change will be in conformance with the City's General Plan,
subject to adoption of a Resolution approving General Plan
Ordinance No. 258
Page 2
Amendment 97 -3, and is in conformance with the City Municipal Code,
including Title 17, Zoning.
SECTION 4. The City Council hereby finds that approval of
this Zone Change request is in accord with public necessity,
convenience, general welfare, and good zoning practice and that for
those reasons it is appropriate to reclassify the property to RPD
and OS as the RPD designation would provide a suitable location for
residential land uses that are compatible with the residentially
zoned property located adjacent and to the east of the property,
and the OS designation is compatible with the OS zoned property
located within the Flood Control Channel.
SECTION S. The City Council hereby approves Zone Change No.
97 -7 changing the zoning designation on the property from CPD
(Commercial Planned Development) to RPD 16.2 (Residential Planned
Development 16.2 units per acre maximum), with the exception of the
area along the southerly portion of the property required to be
dedicated to the Ventura County Flood Control District which will
have the Zoning Designation of OS (Open Space).
SECTION 6. The City Council hereby directs staff to amend the
City Zoning Map to reflect the approved zone change.
SECTION 7. This Ordinance shall not become effective until
the date that the ordinance adopting a Development Agreement
between the City and the Developer shall become effective.
SECTION 8. That if any section, subsection, sentence, clause,
phrase, part or portion of this Ordinance is for any reason held to
be invalid or unconstitutional by any court of competent
jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the
remaining portions of this Ordinance. The City Council declares
that it would have adopted this Ordinance and each section,
subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, part or portion thereof,
irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections,
subsections, sentences, clauses, phrases, parts or portions be
declared invalid or unconstitutional.
SECTION 9. This Ordinance shall become effective thirty (30)
days after its passage and adoption.
SECTION 10. The City Clerk shall certify to the passage and
adoption of this ordinance; shall enter the same in the book of
original ordinances of said City; shall make a minute of the passage
and adoption thereof in the records of the proceedings of the City
Ordinance No. 258
Page 3
Council at which the same is passed and adopted; and shall, within
fifteen (15) days after the passage and adoption thereof, cause the
same to be published once in the Moorpark Star a weekly newspaper of
general circulation, as defined in Section 6008 of the Government
Code, for the City of Moorpark, and which is hereby designated for
that purpose.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this day of , 1999.
Patrick Hunter, Mayor
ATTEST:
Deborah S. Traffenstedt, City Clerk
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RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MOORPARK,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING RESIDENTIAL PLANNED DEVELOPMENT
PERMIT NO. 97 -1 CONSTRUCTION OF 312 APARTMENT UNITS ON
APPROXIMATELY 19.2 ACRES OF LAND LOCATED SOUTHERLY OF LOS
ANGELES AVENUE BORDERED BY THE FLOOD CONTROL CHANNEL TO
THE SOUTH, UNDEVELOPED LAND ON THE WEST AND MOORPARK
AVENUE TO THE EAST (APN. 506 -0- 050 -275) ON THE
APPLICATION OF ARCHSTONE COMMUNITIES
WHEREAS, at a duly noticed public hearing on May 5, May 19,
June 2, 9, 16, and 23, 1999, the City Council considered the
application filed by Archstone Communities for approval of
Residential Planned Development Permit No. 97 -1- for approval of a
Residential Planned Development consisting of 312 residential
apartment units.
WHEREAS, at its meeting of May 5, 1999, the meeting was
continued to May 19 when the public hearing was opened, took
testimony from all those wishing to testify, and closed the public
hearing on June 2, 1999 and continued the hearing to June 9, 16 and
23, 1999; and
WHEREAS, the City Council, after review and consideration of
the information contained in the City Council staff reports and
testimony, has reached a decision on this matter.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MOORPARK,
CALIFORNIA, DOES RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. The City Council hereby adopts the following
findings:
C.E.Q.A. Findings
1. That the Mitigated Negative Declaration /Initial Study for the
project is complete and has been prepared in compliance with the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and CEQA Guidelines,
and City policy.
2. The contents on the Mitigated Negative Declaration /Initial
Study have been considered in the various decisions on this
project.
3. In order to reduce the potential adverse impacts of this
project, mitigation measures discussed in the environmental
document have been incorporated into the proposed project.
City Council Resolution
RPD 97 -1 Archstone Communities
Page No. 2
4. A Mitigation Reporting and Monitoring Program has been
prepared in compliance with Assembly Bill 3180 and considered in
the various decisions regarding these projects.
Residential Planned Development Permit Findings
1. The proposed project is consistent with the intent and
provisions of the City's General Plan and Zoning Ordinance.
2. The proposed project is compatible with the character of
surrounding development.
3. The proposed project would not be obnoxious or harmful, or
impair the utility of neighboring property or uses.
4. The proposed project would not be detrimental to the public
interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare.
5. The proposed project is compatible with existing and planned
land uses in the general area where the development is to be
located.
6. The proposed project is compatible with the scale, visual
character and design of the surrounding properties, designed so as
to enhance the physical and visual quality of the community, and
the structure (s) have design features which provide visual relief
and separation between land uses of conflicting character.
SECTION 2. The City Council does hereby find that the
aforementioned project will be consistent with the City's General
Plan.
SECTION 3. That the City Council hereby conditionally
approves Residential Planned Development Permit No. 97 -1
(Alternative Site Plan No. 3 with a parking ratio of 2.13:1) on the
application of Archstone Communities subject to compliance with all
of the following conditions:
City Council Resolution
RPD 97 -1 Archstone Communities
Page No. 3
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CONDITIONS
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:
Permitted Uses
1. The permit is granted for the land and project as identified
on the entitlement application form and as shown on the approved
plot plans and elevations. The location and design of all site
improvements shall be as shown on the approved plot plans and
elevations except or unless indicated otherwise herein in the
following conditions. Any change from the approved product mix
shall require approval of a modification to the Residential Planned
Development Permit.
Requirement for Affordable Housing Agreement
2. Approval of the Residential Planned Development Permit is
conditioned upon execution of a Affordable Housing Agreement
between the City of Moorpark and the applicant or developer.
Compliance with the terms and conditions of this Agreement shall
address affordable housing provisions. The Agreement is subject to
the approval of the City Council, and if compliance of the
Agreement is not achieved, the City Council may nullify the
Residential Planned Development Permit. The required provisions
may be incorporated into the proposed Agreement.
Use Inauguration
3. Unless the project is inaugurated (building foundation slab in
place and substantial work in progress) not later than one year
after this permit is granted, this permit shall automatically
expire on that date. The Director of Community Development may, at
his discretion, grant one (1) year extension for project
inauguration if there have been no changes in the adjacent areas
and if applicant can document that he has diligently worked towards
inauguration of the project during the initial two year period and
the applicant has concurrently requested a time extension. The
request for extension of this entitlement shall be made at least
30 -days prior to the expiration date of the permit.
City Council Resolution
RPD 97 -1 Archstone Communities
Page No. 4
Modification to Permit
4. All facilities and uses other than those specifically
requested in the application are prohibited unless an application
for a modification has been approved by the City of Moorpark. Any
minor changes to this permit shall require the submittal of an
application for a Minor Modification and any major changes to this
permit shall require the submittal of a Major Modification as
determined by the Director of Community Development.
Other Regulations
5. The design, maintenance, and operation of the permit area and
facilities thereon shall comply with all applicable regulations of
the RPD zone and all requirements and enactments of Federal, State,
County, and City authorities, and all such requirements and
enactments shall, by reference, become conditions of this permit.
Graffiti Removal
6. The applicant or his successors and assigns, or the
Homeowners' Association shall remove any graffiti within five (5)
days from written notification from the City of Moorpark. All
graffiti removal shall be accomplished to the satisfaction of the
Director of Community Development.
7. Left blank intentionally
Phasing
8. Any phasing shall be approved by the Director of Community
Development. The Director shall avoid to the extent possible any
impacts to existing residential areas from construction traffic.
Effect of Conditions
9. No conditions of this entitlement shall be interpreted as
permitting or requiring any violation of law or any unlawful rules
or regulations or orders of an authorized governmental agency. In
instances where more than one set of rules apply, the stricter ones
shall take precedence.
City Council Resolution
RPD 97 -1 Archstone Communities
Page No. 5
Severabilitv
10. If any of the conditions or limitations of this permit are
held to be invalid, that holding shall not invalidate any of the
remaining conditions or limitations set forth.
Permittee Defense Costs
11. The permittee agrees as a condition of issuance and use of
this permit to defend, at his sole expense, any action brought
against the City because of issuance (or renewal) of this permit or
in the alternative to relinquish this permit. Permittee will
reimburse the City for any court costs and /or attorney's fees which
the City may be required by the court to pay as a result of any
such action. The City may, at its sole discretion, participate in
the defense of any such action, but such participation shall not
relieve permittee of his obligation under this condition.
Acceptance of Conditions
12. The permittee's acceptance of this permit and /or commencement
of construction and/ or operations under this permit shall be
deemed to be acceptance of all conditions of this permit.
Suretv for Utilities
13. Prior to issuance of a Zoning Clearance for construction,
approval, the developer shall post sufficient surety to assure
that all proposed utility lines within and immediately adjacent to
the project site shall be placed undergrounded to the nearest off -
site utility pole. Prior to the issuance of an occupancy permit for
the phase of this project, all existing utilities shall also be
undergrounded to the nearest off -site utility pole with the
exception of 66 KVA or larger power lines. This requirement for
undergrounding includes all above - ground power poles on the project
site as well as those along the frontage roads of the site.
Rain Gutters and Downspouts
14. Rain gutters and downspout shall be provided on all sides of
the structures where there is a directional roof flow. Water shall
be conveyed to the street or drives in non - corrosive devices as
determined by the City Engineer.
Roof Mounted Equipment
City Council Resolution
RPD 97 -1 Archstone Communities
Page No. 6
15. No roof mounted equipment (other than
permitted. Exceptions to this limitation
Director of Community Development.
Lighting Plan
required vents) shall be
must be approved by the
16. A lighting plan which includes all of the information outlined
herein shall be submitted for approval by the Director of Community
Development prior to the start of any work required information
shall include the type and wattage of bulbs used with pole fixtures
or any fixtures. High pressure sodium bulbs are required in
fixtures placed higher than eight feet above ground level where the
resulting light may be seen from a public right -of -way or adjoining
property. Details as to the design of all standards and fixtures is
also required. Ornamental fixtures shall be required where visible
from the public right -of -way.
For all exterior lighting, a lighting plan shall be prepared by
electrical engineer registered in the State of California and
submitted to the Department of Community Development for review and
approval. The lighting plan shall achieve the following objectives:
Avoid interference's with reasonable use of adjoining properties;
minimize on -site and off -site glare; provide adequate on -site
lighting; limit electroliers height; provide structures which are
compatible with the total design of the proposed facility and
minimize energy consumption.
The lighting plan shall include the following:
a. A photometric plan showing a point -by -point foot candle layout
to extend a minimum of twenty (20) feet outside the property lines.
Layout plan to be based on a ten (10) foot grid center. Down
lighting and accent landscape and building lighting shall be
employed throughout the project.
b. Maximum overall height of fixtures shall be twenty five (25)
feet, unless otherwise approved by the Director of Community
Development.
C. Fixtures must possess sharp cut -off qualities with a maximum
of one foot candle illumination at or beyond property lines.
d. Energy efficient lighting devices shall be provided.
e. A minimum of one, and a maximum of two foot candle
illumination with a 1.5 foot candle average, or as otherwise
approved by the Director of Community Development.
City Council Resolution
RPD 97 -1 Archstone Communities
Page No. 7
f. No light shall be emitted above the 90 degree or horizontal
plane. No direct light source shall be visible from the street.
g. Lighting devices shall be high enough as to prohibit anyone on
the ground from tampering with them unless tamper proof fixtures
are approved by the Director of Community Development. All exterior
lighting devices shall be protected by weather and breakage
resistant covers.
h. Lighting devices in the parking lot shall be shielded and
directed downward to avoid light and glare on neighboring
properties.
i. Prior to the issuance of a Building Permit, a copy of the
lighting plans shall also be submitted to the Police for review.
Park and Recreation Facility Fee
17. Prior to issuance of building permits, the developer shall pay
fees in accordance with City's parks and Recreation Facilities
requirements, the amount of which will be determined as part of the
Development Agreement.
Enerav Savina Devices
18. That all residential units shall be constructed employing
energy saving devices. These devices are to include, but are not
limited to the following:
a. Ultra low flush toilets (to not exceed 1.6 gallons);
b. Low water use shower controllers as required by Title 24 of
the Uniform Building Code shall be placed on all shower facilities;
C. Natural gas fueled stoves, ovens and ranges shall not have
continuous burning pilot lights;
d. All thermostats connected to the main space heating source
shall have night set back features;
e. To ensure closure when not in use, kitchen ventilation systems
shall have automatic dampers; and
City Council Resolution
RPD 97 -1 Archstone Communities
Page No. 8
Maintenance of Permit Area
19. The continued maintenance of the permit area and facilities
shall be subject to periodic inspection by the City. The permittee
or owner shall be required to remedy any defects in ground
maintenance, as indicated by the Code Enforcement Officer within
five (5) days after notification.
Archaeoloaical or Historical Finds
20. If any archaeological or historical finds are uncovered during
excavation operations, all grading or excavation shall cease in the
immediate area, and the find left untouched. The permittee shall
assure the preservation of the site; shall obtain the services of
a qualified paleontologist or archaeologist, whichever is
appropriate to recommend disposition of the site; and shall obtain
the Director of Community Development's written concurrence of the
recommended disposition before resuming development. The developer
shall be liable for the costs associated with the professional
investigation.
Disposal Areas on Plot Plan and Reauirement for Recvclina Plan
21. All trash disposal and recycling areas shall be provided in
a location which will not interfere with circulation, parking or
access to the building, and shall be screened with a six foot high
solid wall enclosure with metal gates. The final design and
location of the trash enclosures shall be subject to review of the
Director of Community Development prior to the issuance of a Zoning
Clearance for construction. Trash areas and recycling bins shall
be depicted on the final construction plans, the size of which
shall be approved by the Director of Community Development and the
City employee responsible for recycling /solid waste management
programs.
a. Rubbish disposal areas shall include adequate, accessible
and convenient areas for collecting and loading
recyclable materials. The dimensions of the recycling
area shall accommodate containers consistent with current
methods of collection in the area in which the project is
located.
b. Adequate number of bins or containers shall be
provided to allow for the collection and
loading of recyclable materials generated by
the development. For commercial (general,
office, or retail), developments, space
City Council Resolution
RPD 97 -1 Archstone Communities
Page 9
allotment for 2 three cubic yard bins (107" x
84 or 168" x 53.511), or a space allotment for
one 40 cubic yard bin (288" x 120 ") and one 3
cubic yard bin (84" x 53.5). The intended use
for this space is to hold two side -by -side 3
cubic yard containers (one for refuse, one for
recyclables) , or one 40 cubic yard bin for
refuse and one 3 cubic yard for recyclables.
C. The design of the refuse disposal areas shall
be compatible in design with the development
and the surrounding area.
d. Disposal areas shall be protected from weather
conditions which might render collected
recyclable materials unmarketable.
e. Driveways or travel aisles shall provide
unobstructed access for collection vehicles
and personnel, and provide the minimum
vertical clearance of 30 feet, or other
specified clearance required by the collection
methods and vehicles utilized by the hauler.
f. A sign, approved by the Director of Community
Development, clearly identifying all recycling
and solid waste collection and loading areas,
and the materials accepted therein shall be
posted adjacent to all points of access to the
recycling areas.
g. Refuse disposal areas shall not be located in
any area required by the Municipal Code to be
constructed or maintained as unencumbered,
according to fire and other applicable
building and /or public safety laws.
h. Recycling area (s) shall be located so they
are convenient and adjacent to regular refuse
collection areas.
Each refuse \recycling enclosure shall
have gates and should be designed with
cane bolts to secure the gates when in
the open position.
City Council Resolution
RPD 97 -1 Archstone Communities
Page 10
Space allocation for rubbish and
recycling enclosures shall be designed in
a manner that complies with the equal
access requirements of Title 24 and the
American Disabilities Act.
The enclosure shall have a separate
indirect pedestrian access way which does
not require doors or gates.
Recycling Plan
Prior to issuance of an Occupancy Permit, a Waste
reduction and recycling plan shall be submitted to
the City of Moorpark Department of Community
Development prior to occupancy of the building.
The plan shall include a designated building
manager, who is responsible for initiating on -site
waste materials recycling programs. This shall
include the acquiring of storage bins for the
separation of recyclable materials and coordination
and maintenance of a curbside pickup schedule.
PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF A ZONING CLEARANCE, THE FOLLOWING
CONDITIONS SHALL BE SATISFIED:
Citvwide Traffic Mitigation Fee
22. Prior to the issuance of a Zoning Clearance for each
unit, the applicant shall pay a Citywide Traffic
Mitigation Fee of $3,000 for each of the 312 residential
units.
Submittal of Landscape Plans
23. Prior to issuance of a Zoning Clearance for
construction, a complete landscape plan, together with
specifications shall be submitted to the Director of
Community Development. The plans shall conform to the
following:
a. Three sets of plans shall be submitted for each plan
check.
b. Each sheet of the plans shall be wet stamped and
signed by the project landscape architect. The project
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landscape architect shall be licensed by the State of
California.
C. The plans shall include the following landscape
components as appropriate: demolition, construction,
irrigation, planting, details and specifications.
d. Unless otherwise specified in these project
conditions, the plans shall be prepared in general
conformance with the Submittal Requirements and Landscape
Standards described in the Ventura County Landscape
Design Criteria.
e. A separate Maintenance Plan shall be prepared in
accordance with the Approval /Installation Verification
standards described in the Ventura County Landscape
Design Criteria.
f. Unless otherwise specified in these project
conditions, the plans shall be prepared in substantial
conformance with the approved conceptual plans for the
project.
g. The applicant shall bear the full cost of landscape
plan reviews, installation and inspections as deemed
necessary by the Director of Community Development.
h. Prior to initial review of the landscape plans, the
applicant shall deposit funds for plan review in an
amount specified by the Director of Community
Development. The applicant shall deposit additional
funds upon request as needed to cover all landscape plan
check and inspection fees. Any deposit balance remaining
following final approval of the installation shall be
refunded to the applicant.
i. The following notes shall be included on the plans
and shall be project conditions:
i. All plant material shall conform to the current
issue of the American Standard for Nursery Stock
published by the American Association of Nurserymen.
ii. Prior to final inspection by the City of Moorpark,
the applicant's landscape architect shall provide written
certification to the City, stating that the installation
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is in substantial conformance with the approved landscape
plans.
iii. Prior to final inspection by the City of Moorpark,
the applicant shall provide a written certification for
the operation of the backflow device.
j. Unless otherwise approved, all open parking areas
shall have fifty percent (500) shade coverage by broad
leaf canopy shade tree. Shade coverage is defined as the
maximum shade area created by a tree at fifty percent
(50% at maturity).
k. The planting plan shall indicate the proposed
locations of light standards. The lighting and tree
locations shall be designed to avoid conflicts.
1. All backflow preventers, transformers, and other
above -grade utilities shall be appropriately screened
with walls and /or plantings.
M. The planting and irrigation design shall comply with
the State of California Model Water Efficient Landscape
Ordinance.
n. Prior to occupancy, the landscape installation shall
be approved by the Director of Community Development.
This approval shall be based upon written certification
of the landscape installation by the City Landscape
Consultant.
o. Subsequent to occupancy, the landscaping shall be
maintained in accordance with the approved Maintenance
Plan.
P. The landscape plan shall include planting and
irrigation specifications for manufactured slopes and all
common areas.
q. A hedge, low wall, or mounding shall be constructed
around the perimeter of the parking area to provide
screening of the parking area from the surrounding
streets.
r. In the area of future buildings not under
construction, turf and irrigation shall be installed.
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S. The final landscape plans shall include landscaping
specifications, planting details, and design
specifications consistent with the following
requirements:
i. The landscape plan shall include the final
design of all sidewalks, barrier walls, streetscape
elements, urban landscaping and pedestrian paths within
the project limits.
ii. All plant species utilized shall not exceed
the Irrigation Water Allowance, as discussed in the State
Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance.
iii. Landscaping at site entrances and exits and
any intersection within the parking lot shall not block
or screen the view of a seated driver from another moving
vehicle or pedestrian (PD).
iv. Plantings in and adjacent to parking areas
shall be contained within raised planters surrounded by
six -inch high concrete curbs.
V. Landscaping shall be designed so as to not
obstruct the view of any exterior door or window from the
street (PD).
vi. Earthen berms and /or low walls shall be
provided to screen views of parked vehicles from access
roads.
vii. Backflow preventers, transformers, or other
exposed above grade utilities shall be shown on the
landscape plan(s).
viii. A coordinated tree planting program shall
be developed which will provide a dominant theme tree
within the components of the proposed development.
ix. Irrigation shall be provided for all
permanent landscaping, as identified in the approved
landscape plan. The applicant shall be responsible for
maintaining the irrigation system and all landscaping.
The applicant shall replace any dead plants and make any
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necessary repairs to the irrigation system consistent
with the landscape plan approved for the development.
X. Exotic plants which are known to spread beyond
their original plantings and invade native habitats such
as Pampus Grass, Spanish Broom, and Tamarisk shall not be
used.
xi. Unless specifically excluded by letter
received from Ventura County Flood Control District a
riparian woodland planting program (or other planting
program as approved by the Community Development
Director) along the Arroyo Simi shall be included in the
landscape plan. This planting plan should be designed to
provide a nearly continuous canopy of local riparian
woodland trees along the Arroyo margin within the project
limits. Trees to be planted should include native
California broadleaf trees (Sycamore, Box Elder,
Elderberry, Cottonwood, Alder, and other selected
species).
xii. The applicant shall install purple pipe in all
common areas for the purpose of using reclaimed water
when available.
xiii. Additional landscaping shall be added to
the site to compensate for the dollar value loss of the
existing trees to be removed from the site. The
landscaping proposed to compensate for that removed must
be specifically described in a separate written report
including the function it will serve beyond a general
landscape theme, and shall include specimen size
materials. The Director of Community Development must
approve this report and the materials including their
size prior to approval of the landscape plan.
Construction Access Plan
24. The applicant shall submit a construction access
plan to the Department of Community Development for
review and approval by the Director of Community
Development.
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Zoning Clearance
25. Prior to submittal of construction plans for plan
check or initiation of any construction activity, a
Zoning Clearance shall be obtained from the Department of
Community Development. If an applicant desires,
construction plans may be submitted to the Building and
Safety Department with a City approved Hold Harmless
Agreement. A zoning Clearance shall be obtained prior to
initiation of any grading or construction activity. If
the applicant desires, grading may be initiated upon
obtaining a grading permit and providing a City approved
"Hold Harmless Agreement ".
Enforcement of Vehicle Codes
26. Prior to Issuance of a Zoning Clearance for
Construction, the applicant shall request the City to
enforce appropriate vehicle codes on subject property as
permitted by Vehicle Code Section 21107.7.
Verification of Dedication of Property to Ventura County
Flood Control District (VCFCD)
27. Prior to Issuance of a Zoning Clearance for
Construction, the applicant shall submit written
verification from VCFCD that the area required by the
VCFCD for the Arroyo Simi Flood Control Channel has been
dedicated to the VCFCD in fee.
Submittal of Construction Drawings
28. All final construction working drawings, grading and
drainage plans, plot plans, final map (if requested by
the Director of Community Development), sign programs,
and landscaping and irrigation plans (three full sets)
shall be submitted to the Director of Community
Development for review and approval.
Revisions to Plans
29. Where necessary the proposed plans shall be revised
by the applicant to reflect changes or conditions
required for approval. The following revisions shall be
made subject to approval by the Director of Community
Development.
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a. The windows on all building elevations shall be
provided with surrounds or other architectural features.
b. All garage doors shall be of the roll -up sectional
type and have automatic garage door openers.
C. Entryways to the project as well as the courts and
the walkway to the recreational area shall include
decorative stamped concrete or other decorative surface.
d. In order to provide visual relief along the flood
control channel, the site plan and elevations shall be
modified along the southern property line that the
landscaping and landscaping is similar to the garages
shown along the west property line which provides varying
setbacks with landscaping and architectural treatments to
soften the building facade adjacent to Flood Control
Channel.
e. The entrance at the northwest corner of the project
providing access to the east /west street connecting
Moorpark Avenue to Park Lane shall be noted for resident
egress only and access for emergency vehicles in both
directions. A Knox Box or other method to gain emergency
access acceptable to the Fire and Police Departments
shall be in place when the gate is placed. No gate
opening mechanism available to residents or non - safety
services may be placed that could allow access at this
location.
f. Amend plans as necessary to reflect the additional
architectural features required where the ends of
proposed structures are visible from existing or proposed
public rights -of -way.
g. Submit details (Manufacture Specifications
acceptable) concerning the Children's Play equipment
proposed for the Tot -lot which must be equal to or better
than the equipment detailed to the Planning Commission on
February 8, 1999.
Trees
30. Any removal of trees and the method of tree
replacement shall be approved by the Director of
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Community Development as part of the landscape plan
submitted by the applicant.
Outstandinq Case Processinq Fees
31. The applicant shall pay all outstanding case
processing (Planning and Engineering), and all City legal
service fees prior to issuance of a Zoning Clearance.
The applicant, permittee, or successors in interest,
shall also submit to the Department of Community
Development a fee to cover costs incurred by the City for
Condition Compliance review of the RPD.
Fish and Game Requirement
32. Within two days after the City Council adoption of
a resolution approving the Planned Development Permit,
the applicant shall submit to the City of Moorpark a
check for $1,250 plus a $ 25.00 filing fee payable to
the County of Ventura, to comply with Assembly Bill 3158,
for the management and protection of statewide fish and
wildlife trust resources. Pursuant to Public Resources
Code section 21089 (b) and Fish and Game Code section
711.4 (c), the project is not operative, vested or final
until the filing fees are paid.
Traffic System Management Contribution
33. Prior to the issuance of a Zoning Clearance for
construction, the permittee shall make a total
contribution to the Moorpark Traffic Systems Management
Fund (TSM) of $1,517.19 per unit to fund TSM programs or
clean -fuel vehicles programs as determined by the City.
Performance Bond
34. No Zoning Clearance may be issued for construction
until all on -site improvements specified in this permit
have been provided or the Director of Community
Development approves the acceptance of a Certificate of
Deposit (CD)to guarantee the construction and maintenance
of exterior improvements including, but not limited to
perimeter tract walls (including stucco treatment),
fences, slope planting or other landscape improvements
not related to grading, private recreational facilities,
etc. Said on -site improvements shall be completed within
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60 days of issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy within
a phase. In case of failure to comply with any term or
provision of this condition, the City Council may by
resolution declare the surety forfeited. Upon completion
of the required improvements to the satisfaction of the
City, the City Council may reduce the amount of the
deposit; however, the Certificate of Deposit must be kept
in full effect for one year after the last occupancy to
guarantee that items such as perimeter tract walls,
including stucco treatment; landscaping; fences; slope
planting or other landscape improvements not related to
grading; private recreational facilities, etc. are
maintained.
Vents and Metal Flashing
35. All roof vents and metal flashing shall be painted
to match the roof color. All deck drains shall drain to
the side and not to a sidewalk or driveway.
Swimming Pools
36. A six (6) foot high wrought iron fence with
pilasters shall be provided around the swimming pools.
All fences and walls shall be approved by the Director of
Community Development. The height of the walls around
the perimeter of the project shall be in substantial
conformance with perimeter walls or fence details
included in the project landscape plans. Sound
attenuation referenced in any acoustical report prepared
for the project shall be taken into account as necessary.
All wall heights shall be in substantial conformance with
preliminary architectural and landscape plans; the final
wall design shall be prepared in consultation with the
Director of Community Development. Landscaping berms and
other planting techniques shall be employed to minimize
the visual dominance around the development.
37. The location proposed for Solar panels for heating
any swimming pool constructed within the development
shall be subject to the approval of the Director of
Community Development prior to the issuance of a Zoning
Clearance for construction. All solar panels shall be
designed so as to be part of the overall design of the
structure supporting it.
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Signage
38. Prior to the placement of any permanent signage on
the site, a Master Sign Program consistent with the
Zoning Ordinance criteria must be approved by the
Director of Community Development. A signage program that
exceeds Zoning Ordinance criteria shall be approved by
the City Council throughout the submittal of a Minor
Modification. Entrance and project identification signs
are restricted to a monument design and must incorporate
the architectural features, materials and coloration
approved for the project.
Requirement for Garage Size and Maintaining Interior
Space for Parking of Vehicles
39. Individual garages shall be a minimum inside
dimension of 20 feet in length and 10 feet in width with
a minimum interior height of 8 feet. The developer shall
incorporate language in all tenant lease agreements
stating that garages shall be available for the parking
of automobiles at all times. The apartment manager shall
be responsible for monitoring the use of all garages to
ensure this condition is enforced.
Adjacent Property Walls and Fences
40. All property line garden walls or wrought iron
fences shall be placed in proximity to a property line
such that maintenance of areas that may be created may
take place.
Provision for Image Conversion of Plans into Optical
Format
41. Prior to issuance of the first Certificate of
Occupancy, the builder shall provide to the City an image
conversion of building, landscape, public improvement and
site plans and elevations into an optical format
acceptable to the City Clerk.
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Cable Service
42. Television cable service shall be provided to all
residential units consistent with existing cable system
requirements. Undergrounding of cable wires is required
and no lines shall be allowed to be extended along the
exterior walls of the residential buildings.
Color of Exterior Buildina Materials
43. All exterior building materials and paint colors
shall be those that were approved per the exhibits to the
Department of Community Development.
Asbestos
44. No asbestos pipe or construction materials shall be
used.
Public Nuisance
45. The Director of Community Development may declare a
development project that is not in compliance with the
Conditions of Approval or for some other just cause, a
"public nuisance ". The applicant shall be liable to the
City for any and all costs and expenses to the City
involved in thereafter abating the nuisance and in
obtaining compliance with the conditions of approval or
applicable codes. If the applicant fails to pay all City
costs related to this action, the City may enact special
assessment proceedings against the parcel of land upon
which the nuisance existed (Municipal Code Section
1.12.080).
46. Prior to the issuance of the first occupancy,
applicant shall pay an amount to cover the costs
associated with a crossing guard at Los Angeles Avenue
and Moorpark Avenue for five years at the then current
rate when paid, plus the pro -rata cost of direct
supervision for one crossing guard location and staff's
administrative costs (calculated at fifteen percent of
the above costs).
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PRIOR TO THE ISSUANCE OF A BUILDING PERMIT, THE FOLLOWING
CONDITIONS SHALL BE SATISFIED:
Will Serve Letter
47. An "Unconditional Will Serve Letter" for water and
sewer service shall be obtained from the Ventura County
Waterworks District No. 1.
PRIOR TO OCCUPANCY, THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS SHALL BE
SATISFIED:
Acceptance of On -Site Improvements
48. No Final Inspection approval shall be granted prior
to acceptance of site improvements such as perimeter and
retaining walls, landscaping, fences, slopes, private
recreation areas, and other improvements not related to
grading, etc., or the applicant has provided sufficient
security as approved by the Director of Community
Development to guarantee completion of the improvements.
Said on -site improvements shall be completed within 60
days of issuance of Final Inspection approval. In case
of failure to comply with any term or provision of this
agreement, the City Council may by resolution declare the
surety forfeited. Upon completion of the required
improvements to satisfaction of the City, the City
Council may reduce the amount of the surety. However,
the surety must be kept in full effect for one year after
initial occupancy to guarantee the items such as
perimeter and retaining walls, landscaping, fences,
slopes, private recreation areas, and other improvements
not related to grading, etc. are maintained.
49. All related perimeter and garden walls shall be
constructed prior to the issuance of a Zoning Clearance
for occupancy.
MOORPARK POLICE DEPARTMENT REQUIREMENTS
50. Construction Site Security Provisions. All new
construction, shall comply with the following security
measures until the utilities have been released by the
City:
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Perimeter lighting shall be installed at a minimum of 150
foot intervals and at a height not less than 15 feet from
the ground. The light source used shall have a minimum
light output of 2000 lumens, be protected by a vandalism
resistant cover, and be lighted during the hours of
darkness. Additional lighting shall be required if the
construction site exceeds four acres in area. Lighting
shall be installed at locations designated by the Chief
of Police.
Mechanical Parkina Gates
Except as otherwise provided in this section, owners or
operators of controlled vehicle parking areas and private
streets which use mechanical parking gates to control
motor vehicle ingress or egress shall install and
maintain an emergency override control device on each
gate. Said device shall be a master key- operated type
switch which shall comply with City of Moorpark Police
Department standards (Knox System). Provision of this
Section shall not apply to a vehicle parking area or
private street without mechanical gates.
Knox Box" key vaults shall be placed on pedestrian gates
leading into the property. Key vaults will also be
installed at pool pedestrian gates. Knox company type
vaults shall be used and keyed for both Ventura County
Fire and Ventura County Sheriff.
Requirements for Locks Upon occupancy by the owner or
proprietor, each single unit in the same residential
project or commercial building development constructed
under the same development plan, shall have locks using
combinations which are interchange free from locks used
in all other separate dwellings, proprietorships or
similar distinct occupancies within such residential
project or commercial building development.
Frames, Jambs, Strikes and Hinges Except for vehicular
access doors, all exterior swinging doors of any
residential building and attached garages, including the
door leading from the garage area into the dwelling unit,
shall be equipped as follows:
Door jambs shall be installed with solid backing in such
a manner that no voids exist between the strike side of
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the jamb and the frame opening for a vertical distance of
six (6) inches each side of the strike.
In wood framing, horizontal blocking shall be placed
between studs at door lock height for three (3) stud
spaces each side of the door openings.
Door stops on wooden jambs for in- swinging doors shall be
one piece construction with the jamb. Jambs for all
doors shall be constructed or protected so as to prevent
violation of the strike.
The strike plate for deadbolts on all wood framed doors
shall be constructed of minimum sixteen (16) U.S. gauge
steel, bronze, or brass and secured to the jamb by a
minimum of two screws, which must penetrate at least two
(2) inches into solid backing beyond the surface to which
the strike is attached.
Hinges for out - swinging doors shall be equipped with
nonrenewable hinge or a mechanical interlock to preclude
removal of the door from the exterior by removing the
hinge pins.
Windows The following requirements must be met for
windows and sliding glass doors:
All windows and sliding glass doors will be designed so
that when they are closed they cannot be lifted out of
the tract.
Louvered windows shall not be used when a portion of the
window is less than 12 feet vertically or 6 feet
horizontally from an accessible surface or any adjoining
roof, balcony, landing, stair tread, platform, or similar
structure.
Garage -type doors All garage doors shall conform to the
following standards:
Wood doors shall have panels a minimum density of six
ounces per square foot from the bottom of the door to a
height of seven (7) feet. Panels above seven (7) feet
and panels in residential structures shall have a density
not less than five (5) ounces per square foot.
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Doors utilizing a, cylinder lock shall have a minimum
five -pin tumbler operation with the locking bar or bolt
extending into the receiving guide a minimum of one (1)
inch.
Doors that exceed 16 feet in width, but not exceeding 19
feet in width, shall have the following options as to
locking devices:
Two lock- receiving points or one garage- door -type slide
bolt may be used if mounted no higher than 26 inches from
the bottom of the door.
A single bolt may be used if placed in the center of the
door with the locking point located either at the floor
or door frame header.
Torsion spring counter balance type hardware may be used
if hardware substantially complies with the requirements
of this chapter.
Except in a residential building, doors secured by
electrical operation shall have a keyed switch to open
the door when in a closed position, or shall have a
signal locking device to open the door.
Doors with slide bolt assemblies shall have frames of a
minimum of .120 inches in thickness, with a minimum bolt
diameter of one -half inch and protrude at least 1 -112
inches into the receiving guide. A bolt diameter of 3/8
inch may be used in a residential building. The slide
bolt shall be attached to the door with nonremovable
bolts from the outside. Rivets shall not be used to
attach slide bolt assemblies.
Except in a residential building, padlock(s) used with
exterior mounted slide bolt (s) shall have a hardened
steel shackle locking both a heal and toe and a minimum
five pin tumbler operation with nonremovable key when in
an unlocked position. Padlock(s) used with interior
mounted slide bolt(s) shall have a hardened steel shackle
with a minimum four -pin tumbler operation.
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Special Buildina Provisions - Residential
Except for vehicular access doors, all exterior swinging
doors of any residential building and attached garages,
including the door leading from the garage area into the
dwelling unit, shall be equipped as follows:
All wood doors shall be of solid core construction with
a minimum thickness of 1 -3/4 inches, or with panels not
less than 9/16 inch thick.
A single or double door shall be equipped with a single
cylinder deadbolt lock. The bolt shall have a minimum
projection of one (1) inch and be constructed so as to
repel cutting tool attack. The deadbolt shall have an
embedment of at least 3-4 inch into the strike receiving
the projected bolt. The cylinder shall have a cylinder
guard, a minimum of five (5) pin tumblers, and shall be
connected to the inner portion of the lock by connecting
screws of at least 1-4 inch in diameter. A duel locking
mechanism constructed so that both deadbolt and latch can
be retracted by a single action of the inside door knob,
or lever may be substituted, provided it meets all other
specifications for locking devices.
Door jambs shall be installed with solid backing in such
a manner that no voids exist between the strike side of
the jamb and the frame opening for a vertical distance of
six (6) inches on each side of the strike.
Door stops on wooden jambs in swing doors shall be of one
piece construction with the jamb. Jambs for all doors
shall be constructed or protected so as to prevent the
violation of the strike.
The strike plate for the deadbolts on all wood framed
doors shall be constructed of minimum sixteen (16) U.S.
gauge steel, bronze or brass and secured to the jamb by
a minimum of two (2) screws, which must penetrate at
least two (2) inches into solid backing beyond the
surface to which the strike is attached.
Hinges for out - swinging doors shall be equipped with
nonremovable hinge pins or a mechanical interlock to
prevent removal of the hinge pins from the exterior of
the door.
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The inactive leaf of double door(s) shall be equipped
with metal flush bolts having a minimum embedment of 5/8
inch into the head and threshold of the door frame.
Glazing in exterior doors, or within 12 inches of any
locking mechanism, shall be of fully tempered glass or
rated burglary resistant glazing.
Except where clear vision panels are installed, all front
exterior doors shall be equipped with a wide angle (180
degree) door viewer not to be mounted more than 58 inches
from the bottom of the door.
Street number and other identifying data shall be
displayed as follows:
All residential dwellings shall display a street number
in a prominent location on the street side of the
residence in such a position that the number is easily
visible to approaching emergency vehicles. The numeral
shall be no less than six (6) inches in height and shall
be of a contrasting color to the background to which they
are attached. Dwellings shall have these numerals
illuminated during the hours of darkness.
There shall be, positioned at each entrance of a multiple
family dwelling complex, an illuminated diagrammatic
representation of the complex which shows the location of
the viewer and the unit designations within the complex.
In addition, each individual unit within the complex
shall display a prominent identification number, not less
than four (4) inches in height, which is easily visible
to approaching vehicular and /or pedestrian traffic.
Lighting in multiple family dwellings shall be as
follows:
Aisles, passageways and recesses to and within the
building complex shall be illuminated with an intensity
of at least twenty -five one hundredths (.25) foot - candles
at the ground level during hours of darkness. Lighting
devices shall be protected by weather and vandalism
resistant covers.
Breezeways and stairwells shall be provided with adequate
lighting to clearly make visible any and all persons in
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or near the hallways, stairwells and landings.
Transitional lighting be utilized from five (5) foot
candles in the breezeways and stairwell to one foot -
candle in the parking lots.
Garages and or parking areas required to be covered,
shall have vehicular access door (s) which conform to the
provisions of this chapter.
EXCEPTION: A vehicular access door will not be required
when the inside of a garage, including the entire rear
wall, is visible from floor level to a height of five (5)
feet. Visibility shall constitute an unobscured line of
vision, not to exceed 80 feet, from the window of a
dwelling unit to the inside of the garage. The window is
to have a clear vision panel with the dimensions not less
than three (3) feet either horizontally or vertically,
and the window sill to be not more than four (4) feet
from the floor. The visibility factor shall apply to
those garages and windows of the same family dwelling
complex.
Landscaping.
Landscaping shall not cover any exterior door or window
landscaping shall not reduce the visibility of passing
motorists view of activities in the parking area.
Landscaping at entrances /exits or at any intersection
will not block or screen the view of a seated driver from
another moving vehicle or pedestrian.
Landscaping shall not restrict the view of parking areas
from residents.
• Landscaping around the mailboxes shall not reduce
passive surveillance of the mailboxes or the immediate
area surrounding the mailboxes from residences for
passing motorists.
• The backs of garages as they face streets need to be
protected from graffiti by planting security plants in a
planter three (3) feet in width and the length of each
wall that face streets or other areas visible to the
general public.
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CITY ENGINEER CONDITIONS
PRIOR TO THE ISSUANCE OF A GRADING PERMIT, THE FOLLOWING
CONDITIONS SHALL BE SATISFIED:
General:
51. The Developer shall demonstrate legal access to the
parcel to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
Grading:
52. The Developer shall submit to the City of Moorpark
for review and approval, a rough grading plan, consistent
with the approved Tentative Map, prepared by a Registered
Civil Engineer, shall enter into an agreement with the
City of Moorpark to complete public improvements and
shall post sufficient surety guaranteeing the
construction of all improvements.
a. Concurrent with submittal of the rough grading plan
an erosion control plan shall be submitted to the City
for review and approval by the City Engineer. The design
shall include measures for hydroseeding on all graded
areas within 30 days of completion of grading unless
otherwise approved by the City Engineer. Reclaimed water
shall be used for dust control during grading, if
available from Waterworks District No. 1 at the time of
grading permit approval.
b. Project proposes 10,000 cu. yds. of import. Staff
is authorized to approve additional off -site
import /export operations up to 12,500 cubic yards.
Import /Export operations in excess of 12,500 cubic yards
will require additional approval of the City Council
prior to the commencement of hauling or staged grading
operations. A haul route is to be submitted to the City
Engineer for review and approval. Additional surety for
the cleaning and /or repair of the streets may be required
as directed by the City Engineer.
C. All requests for staged grading must be submitted in
writing to the City Engineer for review and approval by
the City Council.
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d. Temporary irrigation, hydroseeding and erosion
control measures shall be implemented on all temporary
grading. Temporary grading is defined to be any grading
partially completed and any disturbance of existing
natural conditions due to construction activity. These
measures will apply to temporary grading activity that
remains or is anticipated to remain unfinished or
undisturbed in its altered condition for a period of time
greater than thirty (30) days or the beginning of the
rainy season whichever comes first.
e. The maximum gradient for any slope shall not exceed
a 2:1 slope inclination except where special
circumstances exist. In the case of special
circumstances where steeper slopes are warranted, plans
will be reviewed by a certified soils engineer and their
recommendations will be subject to the review and
approval of the City Engineer and the Director of
Community Development.
f. All graded slopes shall be planted in a timely
manner meeting the approval of the Director of Community
Development with groundcover, trees and shrubs that will
stabilize slopes and minimize erosion.
g. All development areas and lots shall be designed so
that surface drainage is collected by the on -site storm
drain system prior to connecting to the existing flood
control channel to the south of the property.
h. So as to reduce debris from entering sidewalk and
streets, the approved grading plan shall show a slough
wall, approximately 18 inches high, with curb outlet
drainage to be constructed behind the back of the
sidewalk where slopes exceeding 4 feet in height are
adjacent to sidewalk. The Developer shall use the City's
standard slough wall detail during the design and
construction. All material for the construction of the
wall shall be approved by the City Engineer and Director
of Community Development.
Geotechnical /Geology Review
53. The Developer shall submit to the City of Moorpark
for review and approval, detailed Geotechnical
Engineering Report certified by a California Registered
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Civil Engineer. The geotechnical engineering report
shall include an investigation with regard to
liquefaction, expansive soils, and seismic safety. In
addition, the report shall discuss the contents of the
soils as to the presence or absence of any hazardous
waste or other contaminants in the soils.
Note: Review of the geotechnical engineering report, by
the City's Geotechnical Engineer, may be required. The
Developer shall reimburse the City for all costs
including the City's administrative fee for this review.
54. All recommendations included in the approved
geotechnical engineering report shall be implemented
during project design, grading, and construction in
accordance with the approved project. The City's
geotechnical consultant shall review all plans for
conformance with the soils engineer's recommendations.
Prior to the commencement of grading plan check, the
Developer's geotechnical engineer shall sign the plans
confirming that the grading plans incorporate the
recommendations of the approved soils report(s).
Storm Water Runoff and Flood Control Planning:
55. The Developer shall submit to the City of Moorpark
for review and approval, drainage plans, hydrologic and
hydraulic calculations prepared by a California
Registered Civil Engineer; shall enter into an agreement
with the City of Moorpark to complete public improvements
and shall post sufficient surety guaranteeing the
construction of all improvements.
The plans shall depict all on -site and off -site drainage
structures required by the City.
The drainage plans and calculations shall indicate the
following conditions before and after development:
a. Quantities of water, water flow rates, major water
courses, drainage areas and patterns, diversions,
collection systems, flood hazard areas, sumps, sump
locations, detention facilities, and drainage courses.
Hydrology shall be per the current Ventura County
Standards except as follows:
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b. All storm drains shall carry a 10 -year frequency
storm;
C. All catch basins shall carry a 10 -year storm;
d. All catch basins in a sump condition shall be sized
such that depth of water at intake shall equal the depth
of the approach flows;
e. All culverts shall carry a 100 -year frequency storm;
f. Drainage facilities shall be provided such that
surface flows are intercepted and contained in a storm
drain system prior to entering collector or secondary
roadways;
g. Under a 10 -year frequency storm, local, residential
and private streets shall have one dry travel lane
available on interior residential streets. Collector
streets shall have a minimum of one dry travel lane in
each direction;
h. Drainage to adjacent parcels shall not be increased
or concentrated by this development. All drainage
measures necessary to mitigate storm water flows shall be
provided by the Developer;
i. All drainage grates shall be designed and
constructed with provisions to provide adequate bicycle
safety to the satisfaction of the City Engineer;
j. If the land to be occupied is in an area of special
flood hazard, the Developer shall notify all potential
buyers in writing of this hazard condition. The grading
plan shall also show contours indicating the 50- and 100 -
year flood levels.
k. All flows from brow ditches, ribbon gutters and
similar devices shall be deposited into the storm drain
system prior to entering streets. If necessary, the
storm drain system shall be extended beyond the public
right -of -way through easements to eliminate surface flow
between parcels. Both storm drain and easements outside
the right -of -way are to be maintained by the owners
unless otherwise approved by the City Council.
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1. Concrete drainage structures shall be tan colored
concrete, as approved by the Director of Community
Development, and to the extent possible shall incorporate
natural structure and landscape to reduce their
visibility.
M. Drainage for the development shall be designed and
installed with all necessary appurtenances to safely
contain and convey storm flows to their final point of
discharge, subject to review and approval of the City
Engineer.
n. A hydraulic /hydrology study shall be prepared which
analyzes the hydraulic capacity of the drainage system,
with and without the storm drain system for the proposed
development. The Developer shall make any downstream
improvements, required by Ventura County Flood Control
and The City of Moorpark, to support the proposed
development.
o. Improvements shall be constructed to detain drainage
on -site when the drainage amount is between the ten year
and fifty year storm event. A rainfall intensity zone K
shall be utilized in the design unless an alternate
design intensity is approved by the City Engineer.
The applicant shall demonstrate that surface drainage
from the site shall not drain over the sidewalk or
driveways.
56. The Developer shall demonstrate for each building
pad within the development area that the following
restrictions and protections can be put in place to the
satisfaction of the City Engineer:
a. Adequate protection from a 100 -year frequency storm;
and
b. Feasible access during a 50 -year frequency storm.
C. Hydrology calculations shall be per current Ventura
County Standards.
57. All structures proposed within the 100 -year flood
zone shall be elevated at least one foot above the 100 -
year flood level.
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58. The Developer shall provide for all necessary on-
site and off -site storm drain facilities required by the
City to accommodate upstream and on -site flows.
Facilities, as shown on existing drainage studies and
approved by the City, shall be delineated on the final
drainage plans. Either on -site retention basins or storm
water acceptance deeds from off -site property owners must
be specified. These facilities (if applicable) must also
be acceptable to the Ventura County Flood Control
District.
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System ( NPDES)
59. Prior to the issuance of any construction /grading
permit and /or the commencement of any clearing, grading
or excavation, the applicant /owner shall submit a
Stormwater Pollution Control Plan ( SWPCP), on the form
provided by the City for the review and approval of the
City Engineer.
60. The SWPCP shall be developed and implemented in
accordance with requirements of the Ventura Countywide
Stormwater Quality Management Program, NPDES Permit No.
CAS063339.
61. The SWPCP shall identify potential pollutant sources
that may affect the quality of discharges to stormwater
and shall include the design and placement of
recommended. Best Management Practices (BMPs) to
effectively prohibit the entry of pollutants from the
construction site into the storm drain system during
construction.
62. Improvement plans shall note that the contractor
shall comply to the "California Storm Water Best
Management Practice Handbooks"
The project construction plans will incorporate Best
Management Practices (BMP's) applicable to the
development for the review and approval of the City
Engineer. Said requirements shall include the following:
a. All onsite storm drain inlets shall be labeled
"Don't Dump Drains to Arroyo ".
b. No outdoor vehicle maintenance shall be allowed.
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C. All common area property shall be maintenance free
of litter and debris.
d. All onsite storm drains shall be cleaned, using
approved methods, at least twice a year, once immediately
prior to October 1, the rainy season, and once in
January.
e. All common sidewalks, walkways, and parking areas
shall be swept regularly to prevent the accumulation of
litter and debris from entering the storm drain. No
cleaning agent must be discharged into a storm drain
system. If any cleaning agent or degreaser is used,
washwater shall not be discharged to the storm drain but
shall be discharged to the sanitary sewer. Discharges to
the sanitary sewer are subject to the review and approval
of the County Waterworks District No. 1.
f. If required by the BMP's for multi - family
residential developments, grease interceptors shall be
installed in all onsite and offsite storm drain inlets.
In the event such grease traps are required to be
installed in any onsite inlet, the developer shall
provide the City with a maintenance program for such
devices. In such event the CC &R's shall include a
requirement that the owner /manager of the development
shall maintain such grease interceptors in a manner
consistent with requirements of the Maintenance Program.
63. Prior to the issuance of any construction /grading
permit and /or the commencement of any clearing, grading
or excavation, the applicant /owner shall also submit a
Notice of Intent (NOI) to the California State Water
Resources Control Board, Storm Water Permit Unit in
accordance with the NPDES Construction General Permit
(No. CASQ00002): Waste Discharge Requirements for
Discharges of Storm Water Runoff Associated with
Construction Activities). The applicant /owner shall
comply with all additional requirements of this General
Permit including preparation of a Stormwater Pollution
Prevention Plan (SWPPP)
64. The Subdivider /Developer shall obtain a permit from
the State Water Resources Control Board for "All storm
water discharges associated with a construction activity
where clearing, grading, and excavation results in land
disturbances of five or more acres." The Developer shall
submit a Notice of Intent (NOI) to the City Engineers
office as proof of permit application.
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65. The Subdivider /Developer shall also comply with
NPDES objectives as outlined in the "Stormwater
Pollution Control Guidelines for Construction Sites ".
This handout is available at the City Engineer's office
and a copy will be attached to the approved grading
permit.
66. Development shall be undertaken in accordance with
conditions and requirements of the Ventura Countywide
Stormwater Quality Management Program, NPDES Permit No.
CAS063339.
67. The project construction plans shall incorporate
Best Management Practices (BMPs) applicable to the
development for the review and approval of the City
Engineer.
Street Improvement Requirements:
68. The Developer shall submit to the City of Moorpark
for review and approval, street improvement plans
prepared by a Registered Civil Engineer; and shall post
sufficient surety guaranteeing the construction of the
improvements. Street improvements and median and parkway
landscaping shall not be accepted by the City for
maintenance until completion, unless otherwise determined
by the City Engineer.
The Developer shall improve the intersection of Los
Angeles Avenue /Moorpark Avenue to maintain the existing
Level of Service C. A more detailed traffic analysis of
the intersection with design shall be submitted to and
approved by the City Traffic Engineer demonstrating
acceptable improvements. Any of the proposed improvements
which will conform with the ultimate build -out of this
intersection shall be credited against the required
intersection mitigation fees in an amount approved by the
City Manager.
69. Publicly dedicated streets shall conform to the
design requirements of the Ventura County Road Standards
(most recent revision).
70. The street improvements shall include concrete curb
and gutter, parkways, street lights, and signing,
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striping, interim striping and traffic control, paving,
and any necessary transitions, to the satisfaction of the
City Engineer. All driveway locations shall be approved
by the City Engineer and the Director of Community
Development. The Developer shall dedicate any additional
right -of -way necessary to make all of the required
improvements.
New Street
71. The proposed east -west connector street along the
northerly property line shall extend west to the
alignment of Park Lane and shall conform to the Ventura
County Road Standard Plate B -3C at a half width standard
(1/2 width standard consists of a 34' wide right -of -way
with a pavement width of 26', a parkway width of 8' in
which will include a 5' wide landscape strip adjacent to
the curb and a 5' wide sidewalk, a portion of which shall
be placed on the project site. Applicant shall grant to
the City an easement for sidewalk purposes of a width to
be determined by the City Engineer and Director of
Community Development. The final location of the
sidewalk will be as determined by the City Engineer and
the Director of Community Development. The Developer
shall irrevocably offer to dedicate to the City prior to
occupancy or any units half of the required right -of -way
(34 feet) for street improvement. The proposed sidewalk
adjacent to the street shall not be meandering. All
street and right -of -way improvements as required
connecting Moorpark Avenue with Park Lane shall be
installed and inspected for compliance with Ventura
County Standards as specified for this improvement prior
to occupancy of the 200th unit. Completion of these
improvements may be required before occupancy of the
200th unit depending upon approved phasing or occupancy
of any units or the need for emergency access to units
located within 300 feet of the emergency access gate at
the northwest corner of the site.
Moorpark Avenue
72. The section of Moorpark Avenue, from the northerly
property line through the intersection of Majestic Court,
must conform to the Ventura County Road Standard Plate B-
3B with an overall right -of -way width of 84 feet and have
a sidewalk width of 5 feet. An appropriate transition
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from 84 feet to 60 feet right -of -way is required south of
Majestic Court to the cul -de -sac as approved by the City
Engineer. The proposed sidewalk adjacent to the street
shall not be meandering.
a. The applicant is required to pay for the
posting of "No Stopping Anytime" signs along
the east and west side of Moorpark Avenue
south of Los Angeles Avenue to the Arroyo
Simi.
73. The subdivider shall provide slope easements for
road maintenance purposes only along all roads where the
top of cut plus 5 feet or the toe of fill plus 5 feet is
beyond the dedicated right -of -way. Said slope easements
shall include the area covered by the cut slope plus 5
feet and fill slope plus 5 feet.
74. Streetlights shall be provided on the improvement
plans per Ventura County Standards and as approved by the
City Engineer.
The Developer shall pay all energy costs associated with
public street lighting for a period of one year from the
acceptance of the street improvements.
75. Above ground obstructions (utility cabinets,
mailboxes, etc.) are to be placed within the right -of -way
landscaping areas whenever possible. When above ground
obstructions are to be placed within the sidewalk, a
minimum five (5) foot clear sidewalk width must be
provided around the obstruction.
76. Additional surety shall be provided for resurfacing
and /or repair of the full width portion of Moorpark
Avenue located adjacent to the project. The surety shall
be used to secure the curb replacement and overlay or
slurry of the street, as a result of damage from
construction work or utility trenching. The City may
require restoration of the street before occupancy of the
building. Surety will be returned upon the City Engineer
accepting the condition of the street.
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Other:
77. The Developer shall indicate in writing to the City
the disposition of any wells that may exist within the
project. If any wells are proposed to be abandoned, or if
they are abandoned and have not been properly sealed,
they must be destroyed or abandoned per Ventura County
Ordinance No. 2372 or Ordinance No. 3991 and per Division
of Oil and Gas requirements. Permits for any well reuse
(if applicable) shall conform with Reuse Permit
procedures administered by the County Water Resources
Development Department.
78. The applicant shall comply with all pertinent County
of Ventura Public Works Department water and sewer
connection regulations. These measures shall be
implemented by the County of Ventura Public Works
Department (Waterworks District No. 1)
79. All existing and proposed utilities shall be
undergrounded as approved by the City Engineer.
80. The final design and location of all walls and
fences, streetscape elements, urban landscaping are
subject to the approval of the Director of Community
Development.
81. In accordance with Business and Professions Code
8771 the street improvement plans shall, provide for a
surveyors statement on the plans, certifying that all
recorded monuments in the construction area have been
located and tied out or will be protected in place during
construction.
82. Any right -of -way acquisition necessary to complete
the required improvements will be acquired by the
Developer at his expense.
83. If any of the improvements which the applicant is
required to construct or install is to be constructed or
installed upon land in which the applicant does not have
title or interest sufficient for such purposes, the
applicant shall do all of the following:
a. Notify the City of Moorpark (hereinafter "City") in
writing that the applicant wishes the City to acquire an
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interest in the land which is sufficient for the purpose
of constructing all required off site improvements.
b. Supply the City with (I) a legal description of the
interest to be acquired, (ii) a map or diagram of the
interest to be acquired sufficient to satisfy the
requirements of subdivision (e) of Section 1250.310 of
the Code of Civil procedure, (iii) a current appraisal
report prepared by an appraiser approved by the City
which expresses an opinion as to the fair market value of
the interest to be acquired, and (iv) a current
Litigation Guarantee Report.
C. Enter into an agreement with the City, guaranteed by
such cash deposits or other security as the City may
require, pursuant to which the applicant will pay all of
the City's cost (including, without limitation,
attorney's fees and overhead expenses) of acquiring such
an interest in the land.
84. The Developer shall submit wall and landscaping
plans showing that provisions have been taken to provide
for and maintain proper sight distances. All fences,
walls and other structures over six (6) feet high are to
be submitted to and approved by the Director of Community
Development.
85. The subdivider shall offer to dedicate access
easements to the City of Moorpark over all private
streets to provide access for all governmental agencies
providing public safety, health and welfare.
86. The subdivider shall offer to dedicate to the City of
Moorpark, public use, all right -of -way easements for
public streets.
87. The Developer shall post sufficient surety
guaranteeing completion of all site improvements within
the development and other offsite improvements required
by the conditions as described herein (i.e., grading,
street improvements, storm drain improvements,
landscaping, fencing, bridges, etc.) or which require
removal (i.e., accessways, temporary debris basins, etc.)
in a form acceptable to the City.
88. Left Blank Intentionally
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89. The applicant shall make a special contribution to
the City representing the Developers pro- rata share of
the cost of improvements at the following intersection:
Los Angeles Ave. /Moorpark Ave. (estimated cost of
improvement $165,000)
Los Angeles Ave. /Spring Road (estimated cost of
improvement $150,000)
Los Angeles Ave. /Tierra Rejada(estimated cost of
improvement $100,000)
Moorpark Ave. /Poindexter Ave. (estimated cost of
improvement $120,000)
Los Angeles Ave. /Maureen (estimated cost of
improvement $165,000)
The actual contribution (pro -rata share) shall be based
upon the additional traffic added to the intersection as
determined by the City Engineer. The Developer's traffic
engineer shall provide the City Engineer an estimate of
the projected traffic numbers for calculation of the pro -
rata share.
DURING GRADING, THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS SHALL APPLY:
90. Grading may occur during the rainy season from
October 15th to April 15th subject to installation of
erosion control facilities. Erosion control measures
shall be in place and functional between October 15th and
April 15th.
91. Prior to any work being conducted within the State,
County, or City right of way, the Developer shall obtain
all necessary encroachment permits from the appropriate
Agencies.
92. During site preparation and construction, the
contractor shall minimize disturbance of natural
groundcover on the project site until such activity is
required for grading and construction purposes.
93. During clearing, grading, earth moving or excavation
operations, dust shall be controlled by regular watering.
In addition the following measures shall apply:
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a. Water all site access roads and material excavated
or graded on or off -site to prevent excessive amounts of
dust. Watering shall occur a minimum of at least two
times daily, preferably in the late morning and after the
completion of work for the day. Additional watering for
dust control shall occur as directed by the City. The
grading plan shall indicate the number of water trucks
which will be available for dust control at each phase of
grading.
b. Cease all clearing, grading, earth moving, or
excavation operations during periods of high winds
(greater than 20 mph averaged over one hour) . The
contractor shall maintain contact with the Air Pollution
Control District (APCD) meteorologist for current
information about average wind speeds.
C. Water or securely cover all material transported
off -site and on -site to prevent excessive amounts of
dust.
d. Keep all grading and construction equipment on or
near the site, until these activities are completed.
e. Face masks shall be used by all employees involved
in grading or excavation operations during dry periods to
reduce inhalation of dust which may contain the fungus
which causes San Joaquin Valley Fever.
f. The area disturbed by clearing, grading, earth
moving, or excavation operations shall be minimized to
prevent excessive dust generation.
g. Wash off heavy -duty construction vehicles before
they leave the site.
94. After clearing, grading, earth moving, or excavation
operations, and during construction activities, fugitive
dust emissions should be controlled using the following
procedures:
a. Apply non - hazardous chemical stabilizers to all
inactive portions of the construction site. When
appropriate, seed exposed surfaces with a fast - growing,
soil- binding plant to reduce wind erosion and its
contribution to local particulate levels.
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b. Periodically,
sweep public stre
remove silt (i.e.,
the site by wind,
etc.) which may
activities.
or as directed by the City Engineer,
ets in the vicinity of the site to
fine earth material transported from
vehicular activities, water runoff,
have accumulated from construction
95. All diesel engines used in construction equipment
shall use reformulated diesel fuel.
96. During smog season (May - October) the City shall
order that construction cease during Stage III alerts to
minimize the number of vehicles and equipment operating,
lower ozone levels and protect equipment operators from
excessive smog levels. The City, at its discretion, may
also limit construction during Stage II alerts.
97. Construction activities shall be limited to between
the following hours: a) 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Monday
through Friday, and b) 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Saturday.
Construction work on Saturdays will require payment of a
premium for City inspection services, and may be further
restricted or prohibited should the City receive
complaints from adjacent property owners. No
construction work is to be done on Sundays, pursuant to
Section 15.26.010 of the Municipal Code.
98. Truck noise from hauling operations shall be
minimized through establishing hauling routes which avoid
residential areas and requiring that "Jake Brakes" not be
used along the haul route within the City. The hauling
plan must be identified as part of the grading plan and
shall be approved by the City Engineer.
99. The Developer shall ensure that construction
equipment is fitted with modern sound- reduction
equipment.
100. Equipment not in use for more than ten minutes
shall be turned off.
101. If any hazardous waste is encountered during the
construction of this project, all work shall be
immediately stopped and the Ventura County Environmental
Health Department, the Fire Department, the Sheriff's
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Department, and the City Construction Observer shall be
notified immediately. Work shall not proceed until
clearance has been issued by all of these agencies.
102. The Developer shall utilize all prudent and
reasonable measures (including installation of a 6 -foot
high chain link fence around the construction sites or
provision of a full time licensed security guard) to
prevent unauthorized persons from entering the work site
at any time and to protect the public from accidents and
injury.
103. Equipment engines shall be maintained in good
condition and in proper tune as set forth in
manufacturers specifications.
104. Backfill of any pipe or conduit shall be in 4" fully
compacted layers unless otherwise specified by the City
Engineer.
105. Soil testing for trench compaction is to be
performed on all trenches for pipe or conduit placement.
The interval of testing shall be less than once every 4
feet of lift and 100 lineal feet of trench excavated.
106. Observe a 15 mile per hour speed limit for the
construction area.
107, During site preparation and construction, construct
temporary storm water diversion structures per City of
Moorpark standards.
PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF A ZONING CLEARANCE FOR A BUILDING
PERMIT THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS SHALL BE SATISFIED:
108. Prior to issuance of a building permit, the
Developer shall pay to the City the Los Angeles Avenue
Area of Contribution (AOC) Fee, which shall be the dollar
amount in effect at the time the fee is paid.
If previous payment of this contribution can be
demonstrated, to the City's satisfaction upon concurrence
of the City Manager, the Developer would not have to pay
the AOC fee.
109. Left Blank Intentionally.
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110. Prior to issuance of a building permit, all
habitable structures shall be designed to current UBC
requirements or the City approved geotechnical report
requirements for the project, whichever standard is most
restrictive.
PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF A CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY THE
FOLLOWING CONDITIONS SHALL BE SATISFIED:
111. Construction of Moorpark Avenue street /parkway
improvements and /or repairs shall be completed to the
satisfaction of the City Of Moorpark.
112. If directed by the City, the Developer shall have
repaired, overlayed or slurried that portion of Moorpark
Avenue adjacent the development. The repairs, curb
replacement, parkways, sidewalks, and overlay or slurry
of the street, as a result of damage from construction
work or utility trenching shall be along the entire
length of the project including transitions unless
otherwise approved and shall be completed to the
satisfaction of the City Engineer.
PRIOR TO ACCEPTANCE OF PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS AND BOND
REDUCTION AND /OR EXONERATION, THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS
SHALL BE SATISFIED:
113. Reproducible centerline tie sheets shall be
submitted to the City Engineer's office.
114. Sufficient surety in a form and in an amount
acceptable to the City guaranteeing the public
improvements shall be provided, and shall remain in place
for one year following acceptance by the City.
115. If necessary, the applicant shall file for a time
extension with the City Engineer's office at least six
weeks in advance of expiration of the agreement to
construct improvements. The fees required will be in
conformance with the applicable ordinance section.
116. Original "as built" plans will be certified by the
Developer's Registered Civil Engineer and submitted with
two sets of blue prints to the City Engineer's office.
Although grading plans may have been submitted for
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checking and construction on sheets larger than 22" X
36 ", they must be resubmitted as "record drawings" in a
series of 22" X 36" mylars (made with proper overlaps)
with a title block on each sheet. Submission of "as
built" plans is required before a final inspection will
be scheduled.
117. During the construction phase, or a 6' high chain
link fence shall be erected around the construction site.
WATERWORKS DISTRICT NO 1 CONDITION:
118. Applicant for service shall comply with the Ventura
County Waterworks District No. 1 Rules and Regulations.
FIRE DEPARTMENT CONDITIONS:
Vertical Clearance of Driveways
119. All driveways shall have a minimum vertical
clearance of 13 feet 6 inches.
Gates
120. Gates used to control vehicle access shall be
designed as required by the Fire Department Gate
Guidelines. Design criteria includes, stacking method of
gate control, clear widths, and Knox systems for secured
gates. Gate plan details shall be submitted to the Fire
Prevention Division for review and approval prior to
construction or map recordation.
Fire Hydrants
121. Prior to construction, the applicant shall submit
plans to the Fire District for approval of the location
of the hydrants. On plans, show existing hydrants within
300 feet of the development. Proposed hydrant is not
acceptable.
122. Fire hydrants shall be installed and in service
prior to combustible construction and shall conform to
the minimum standard of the Moorpark Water Works Manual.
a. Each hydrant shall be a 6 inch wet barrel design
and shall have one 4 inch and two 2 '-� inch outlet(s).
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b. The required fire flow shall be achieved at no
less than 20 psi residual pressure.
C. Fire hydrants shall be spaced 300 feet on center
and so located that no structure will be farther than 150
feet from any one hydrant.
d. Fire hydrants shall be set back in from the curb
face 24 inches on center.
Pi ro P1 nw
123. The minimum fire flow requirement required shall be
determined by the type of building construction,
proximity to other structures, fire walls, and fire
protection devices provided, as specified by the 1994
Uniform Fire Code Appendix III -A and adopted Amendments.
Given the present plans and information, the required
fire flow is approximately 1,750 gallons per minute at 20
psi. The applicant shall verify that the water purveyor
can provide the required volume at the project.
Review of Plans for Fire Lanes
124. Prior to construction the applicant shall submit two
(2) site plans to the Fire District for review and
approval of the location of the fire lanes. The fire
lanes shall be in accordance with California Vehicle
Code, Section 22500.1 and Article 10 of the Uniform Fire
Code prior to occupancy.
Address Numbers
125. Address numbers, a minimum of 6 inches high shall be
installed prior to occupancy, shall be of contrasting
color to the background, and shall be readily visible at
night. Where structures are set back more than 150 feet
from the street, larger numbers will be required so that
they are distinguishable from the street. In the event
the structure(s) is not visible from the street, the
address number(s) shall be posted adjacent to the
driveway entrance.
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a. A plan shall be submitted to the Fire District
for review and approval indicating method in which
buildings are to be identified by address numbers.
Fire Sprinklers
126. All buildings shall be protected by an automatic
sprinkler system. Plans shall be submitted with payment
to the Fire District for review and approval to the Fire
District.
Grass and Brush Removal
127. All grass or brush exposing any structure (s) to
fire hazards shall be cleared for a distance of 100 feet
prior to framing, according to the Ventura County Fire
Protection Ordinance.
Spark Arrestor
128. An approved spark arrestor shall be installed on the
chimney of any structure(s).
VCFD Form No. 126
129. Applicant shall obtain VCFD Form No. 126
"Requirements For Construction" prior to obtaining a
building permit for any new structures or additions to
existing structures.
Trash Dumpsters
130. Commercial trash dumpsters and containers with an
individual capacity of 1.5 cubic yards or greater shall
not be stored or placed within 5 feet of openings,
combustible walls, or combustible roof eave lines unless
protected by approved automatic fire sprinklers. (Uniform
Fire Code, Article 11.)
Fire Extinguishers
131. Fire extinguishers shall be installed in apartment
buildings in accordance with National Fire Protection
Association Pamphlet #10. The placement of extinguishers
shall be subject to the review of the Fire District.
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Fire Alarm Svstem
132. A manual and automatic fire alarm system shall be
installed in apartment houses three (3) or more stories
in height or containing more than 15 dwelling units.
133. Plans for any fire alarm system shall be submitted
to the Fire District for plan review and approval.
Hazardous Fire Area Building Code Requirements
134. Portions of this development may be in a high fire
hazard area and those structures shall meet hazardous
fire area building code requirements.
Public Assembly Areas
135. The building plans of public assembly areas which
have an occupancy load of 50 or more, shall be submitted
to the Fire District for plan review and approval.
Access Road
136. Prior to combustible construction, all weather
access road /driveway suitable for use by a 20 ton Fire
District vehicle shall be installed.
137. Access roads shall not exceed 15% grade.
Street Names and Siqns
138. Prior to recordation of street names, proposed names
shall be submitted to the Fire District's Communications
Center for review.
139. Street name signs shall be installed in conjunction
with the road improvements. The type of sign shall be in
accordance with Plate F -4 of the Ventura County Road
Standards.
AIR POLLUTION CONTROL DISTRICT CONDITIONS
140. All clearing, grading, earth moving, or excavation
activities shall cease during periods of high winds (ie.,
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greater than 20 miles per hour averaged over one hour) to
prevent excessive amounts of fugitive dust.
141. All trucks that will haul excavated or graded
material off -site shall comply with State Vehicle Code
Section 23114, with special attention to Sections 23114
(b)(F), (e) (2) and (e) (4) as amended, regarding the
prevention of such material spilling onto public streets
and roads.
142. All unpaved on -site roads shall be periodically
watered or treated with environmentally safe dust
suppressants to prevent excessive amounts of dust.
143. The area disturbed by clearing, grading, earth
moving, or excavation operations shall be minimized to
prevent excessive amounts of fugitive dust.
144. All active portions of the site shall be either
periodically watered or treated with environmentally safe
dust suppressants to prevent excessive amounts of dust.
145. On -site vehicle speeds shall not exceed 15 miles per
hour.
146. Equipment engines shall be maintained in good
condition and in proper tune as per manufacturers
specifications.
147. Face masks are to be used by all employees involved
in grading or excavation operations during dry periods to
reduce inhalation of dust which may contain the fungus
that causes San Joaquin Valley Fever. Dust also acts as
a lung irritant and can cause lung damage.
VENTURA COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT CONDITIONS ( VCFCD)
148. Dedicate in fee the area required by the VCFCD for
the Arroyo Simi Flood Control Channel.
149. No development will be allowed within the limits of
the Arroyo Simi Flood Control Channel right -of -way.
150. A vertical barrier shall be constructed between the
property boundary and the Arroyo Simi Flood Control
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Channel. The vertical barrier shall not be less than a
5 -foot high chain link fence.
151. All drainage connections to the flood control
channel will require a permit from VCFCD. The project
shall meet all applicable NPDES requirements prior to the
issuance of a VCFCD permit.
152. All proposed landscape areas adjacent to the Arroyo
Simi Flood Control Channel shall be sloped away from the
channel boundary. Sloping the landscaped areas away from
the channel will prevent irrigation runoff from
collecting and eroding the VCFCD maintenance road and
levee proposed along the north side of the channel.
MOORPARK UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT CONDITIONS
153. The developer pay the current developer fee of $1.93
per square foot and funds beyond the minimum to mitigate
K -12 student facilities housing needs.
154. Assist in the placement of safe bus turnouts and bus
stop locations for student pickup /drop off.
COUNTY OF VENTURA ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH DIVISION CONDITION
155. The storage, handling, and disposal of any
potentially hazardous material shall be in compliance
with applicable state regulations.
156. Prior to issuance of a Building Permit to the
recreation area of the project, the applicant shall
obtain plan check approval of the swimming pool from the
County of Ventura Environmental Health Division.
SECTION 4. The City Clerk shall certify to the
adoption of this resolution and shall cause a certified
resolution to be filed in the book of original
Resolutions.
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PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS DAY OF
. 1999.
Patrick Hunter, Mayor
ATTEST:
Deborah S. Traffenstedt, City Clerk