HomeMy WebLinkAboutRES 1999 378 0809RESOLUTION NO. PC- 1999 -378
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF MOORPARK RECOMMENDING TO THE
CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL OF TENTATIVE TRACT MAP
NO 5181 TO CREATE EIGHT (8) RESIDENTIAL LOTS
AND RESIDENTIAL PLANNED DEVELOPMENT PERMIT
NO. 99 -1 FOR APPROVAL TO CONSTRUCT EIGHT (8)
SINGLE FAMILY DETACHED HOMES ON 1.2 ACRES OF
LAND LOCATED BETWEEN BARD AND MILLARD
STREETS AND SOUTH OF SECOND STREET ON THE
APPLICATION OF MANNY ASADURIAN JR. (APN NO.
512 -0- 131 -070).
WHEREAS, at duly noticed public hearings on July 12
and August 9, 1999, the Planning Commission considered the
application filed by Manny Asadurian Jr. for approval of
the following:
Residential Planned Development Permit (RPD) No. 99 -1
- for approval to construct eight (8) single family
dwellings (1,591 and 1,889 sq. ft.).
Tentative Tract Map No. 5181 - for a subdivision of
approximately 1.2 acres into 8 residential lots with a
minimum lot size of 6,030 square feet.
WHEREAS, at its meeting of July 12, 1999, the Planning
Commission opened the public hearing, took testimony from
all those wishing to testify, continued the matter to
August 9, 1999, public hearing open, and on August 9, 1999,
closed the public hearing; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to California State law, an
evaluation has been conducted to determine if the proposed
project will have a significant effect on the environment,
and based upon an Initial Study and analysis of available
information and it was found that there is substantial
evidence that the potential effects of the proposed project
on the environment will not have a significant effect on
the environment; therefore a Negative Declaration is
intended to be adopted in compliance with the State of
California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission, after review and
consideration of the information contained in the Planning
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Commission staff report, and testimony, has made a
recommendation to the City Council.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
MOORPARK, DOES RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. The Planning Commission hereby adopts the
following findings:
C.E.Q.A. Findings
1. That the 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 in the Negative Declaration /Initial Study
have been considered in the various decisions on these
projects.
Subdivision Map Act Findings
Based on the information set forth above, it is determined
that the Tentative Tract Map, with imposition of the
attached conditions, meets the requirements of California
Government Code Sections 66473.5, 664741, 66474.6, and
66478.1 et seq., in that:
1. The proposed map is consistent with the applicable
General and Specific Plans.
2. That the design and improvements of the proposed
subdivision is consistent with the applicable General
and Specific Plans.
3. The site is physically suitable for the type of
development proposed.
4. The site is physically suitable for the proposed
density of development.
5. The design of the subdivision and the proposed
improvements are not likely to cause substantial
environmental damage.
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6. The design of
improvements are
health problems.
the subdivision and the type of
not likely to cause serious public
7. The design of the subdivision and the type of
improvements will not conflict with easements acquired
by the public at large, for access through, or use of
the property within the proposed subdivision.
8. There will be no discharge of waste from the proposed
subdivision into an existing community sewer system in
violation of existing water quality control
requirements under Water Code Section 13000 et seq.
9. The proposed subdivision does not contain or front
upon any public waterway, river, stream, coastline,
shoreline, lake, or reservoir.
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 will not be obnoxious or harmful,
or impair the utility of neighboring property or uses.
4. The proposed project will 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.
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SECTION 2. The Planning Commission does hereby find
that the aforementioned projects will be consistent with
the City's General Plan.
SECTION 3. The Conditions of Approval for Tentative
Tract Map No. 5181 shall apply to Residential Planned
Development Permit No. 99 -1 and vice - versa.
SECTION 4. That the Planning Commission hereby
recommends approval of Tentative Tract Map No. 5181 and
Residential Planned Development No. 99 -1 to the City
Council subject to compliance with Condition of Approval in
Exhibit "A ", attached hereto and incorporated herein by
reference.
The action of the foregoing direction was approved by the
following roll call vote:
AYES: Commissioners Haller, Landis, Otto and Parvin
and Chair Otto
NOES: None
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 9th DAY OF August,
1999.
ATTEST:
V orry Hoga mm ity De opment Director
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CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL FOR TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 5181
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
Application of City Ordinances /Policies
1. The conditions of approval of this Tentative Tract Map and
all provisions of the Subdivision Map Act, City of Moorpark
Ordinance and adopted City policies supersede all
conflicting notations, specifications, dimensions, typical
sections and the like which may be shown on said map. The
conditions of approval of this tract map shall also apply
to Residential Planned Development Permit No. 99 -1.
Acceptance of Conditions
2. Recordation of this subdivision shall be deemed to be
acceptance by the subdivider and his heirs, assigns, and
successors of the conditions of this Map. A notation, which
references conditions of approval, shall be included on the
Final Map in a format acceptable to the Director of
Community Development.
Expiration of Map
3. This Tentative Tract Map shall expire three years from the
date of its approval. The Director of Community Development
may, at his discretion, grant up to two (2) additional one
(1) year extensions for map recordation, if there have been
no changes in the adjacent areas and if applicant can
document that he has diligently worked towards map
recordation during the initial period of time. The request
for extension of this entitlement shall be made in writing,
at least 30 -days prior to the expiration date of the map.
Image Conversion
4. Prior to recordation, the builder shall provide to the City
an image conversion of plans (as determined by the
Department of Community Development) into an optical format
acceptable to the City Clerk.
Hold Harmless
5. The subdivider shall defend, indemnify and hold harmless
the City and its agents, officers and employees from any
claim, action or proceeding against the City or its agents,
EXHIBIT "A"
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officers or employees to attack, set aside, void, or annul
any approval by the City or any of its agencies,
departments, commissions, agents, officers, or employees
concerning the subdivision, which claim, action or
proceeding is brought within the time period provided
therefore in Government - Code Section 66499.37. The City
will promptly notify the subdivider of any such claim,
action or proceeding, and, if the City should fail to do so
or should fail to cooperate fully in the defense, the
subdivider shall not thereafter be responsible to defend,
indemnify and hold harmless the City or its agents,
officers and employees pursuant to this condition.
The City may, within its unlimited discretion,
participate in the defense of any such claim, action
or proceeding if both of the following occur:
The City bears its own attorney fees and costs;
The City defends the claim, action or proceeding in
good faith.
The subdivider shall not be required to pay or perform any
settlement of such claim, action or proceeding unless the
settlement is approved by the subdivider. The subdivider's
obligations under this condition shall apply regardless of
whether a final map or parcel map is ultimately recorded
with respect to the subdivision.
Title Report
6. The subdivider shall submit to the Department of Community
Development and the City Engineer for review a current
title report which clearly states all interested parties
and lenders included within the limits of the subdivision
as well as any easements that affect the subdivision.
Calleguas Release
7. Prior to approval of a Final Map, the subdivider shall
demonstrate by possession of a District Release from the
Calleguas Municipal Water District that arrangements for
payment of the Construction Charge applicable to the
proposed subdivision have been made. The subdivider shall
comply with Ventura County Waterworks Rules and
Regulations, including payment of all applicable fees.
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Unconditional Availability Letter
8. Prior to approval of a Final Map, an unconditional
availability letter shall be obtained from the County
Waterworks District No. 1 for sewer and water service for
each lot. Said letter shall be filed with the Department of
Community Development or, if said Unconditional
Availability Letter in a form satisfactory to the City
cannot be obtained from the County Waterworks District No.
1, the developer shall execute a Subdivision Sewer
Agreement in a form satisfactory to the City. Said
agreement shall permit deferral of unconditional guarantee
for sewer and water service until issuance of a building
permit for each lot in the subdivision. Said agreement
shall include language holding the City harmless against
damages in the event of the ultimate lack of adequate water
or sewer service.
Cross Connection Control Devices
9. At the time water service connection is made, cross
connection control devices shall be installed on the water
system in a manner approved by the County Waterworks
District No. 1.
Surety for Utilities
10. Prior to approval of a final map, the subdivider shall post
sufficient surety to assure that all proposed utility lines
within and immediately adjacent to the project site shall
be placed underground to the nearest off -site utility pole.
Prior to the issuance of an occupancy permit for the last
house in the tract, all existing utilities shall also be
underground to the nearest off -site utility pole with the
exception of 66 KVA or larger power lines. This requirement
for undergrounding includes all aboveground power poles on
the project site as well as those along the frontage roads
of the site.
11. The map shall be submitted in accordance with County
Ordinance No. 3982 entitled "An Ordinance of the Ventura
County Board of Supervisors Requiring New Subdivision
Records to be Included in the County's Computer -Aided
Mapping System and Establishing Related Fees"
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Fees In -Lieu of Park Dedication
12. Prior to approval of the Final Map, the subdivider shall
pay fees in accordance with Section 8297 -4 of the City's
Subdivision Ordinance (Parks and Recreation Facilities).
Citywide Traffic Mitigation Fee
13. As a condition of the issuance of a building permit for
each residential unit, Developer shall pay City a traffic
mitigation fee as described herein ( "Citywide Traffic
Fee ") . The Citywide Traffic Fee may be expended by the City
in its sole and unfettered discretion. On the effective
date of approval of the subdivision map, the amount of the
Citywide Traffic Fee shall be $3,000 per dwelling unit.
Commencing January 1, 2000, and annually thereafter, the
Citywide Traffic Fee shall be increased to reflect the
change in the State Highway Bid Price Index for the twelve
(12) month period that is reported in the latest issue of
the Engineering News Record that is available on December
31 of the preceding year ( "annual indexing "). In the event
there is a decrease in the referenced Index for any annual
indexing, the Citywide Traffic Fee shall remain at its then
current amount until such time as the next subsequent
annual indexing which results in an increase.
Landscaping Plan
14. Prior to issuance of a Zoning Clearance for construction, a
complete landscape plan for front yard and parkway areas
only 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
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.
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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. Unless otherwise specified in these project
conditions, the plans shall be prepared in substantial
conformance with the approved conceptual plans for the
project.
f. The applicant shall bear the full cost of landscape
plan reviews, installation and inspections as deemed
necessary by the Director of Community Development.
g. 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.
h. The following notes shall be included on the plans and
shall be project conditions:
1) All plant material shall conform to the current
issue of the American Standard for Nursery Stock
published by the American Association of
Nurserymen.
2) 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 is in substantial
conformance with the approved landscape plans.
3) Prior to final inspection by the City of
Moorpark, the applicant shall provide a written
certification for the operation of the backflow
device.
i. The planting plan shall indicate the proposed
locations of light standards. The lighting and tree
locations shall be designed to avoid conflicts.
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j. All backflow preventers, transformers, and other
above -grade utilities shall be appropriately screened
with walls and /or plantings.
k. The planting and irrigation design shall comply with
the State of California Model Water Efficient
Landscape Ordinance.
1. 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.
M. Subsequent to occupancy, the landscaping shall be
maintained in accordance with the approved Maintenance
Plan.
n. The final landscape plans shall include landscaping
specifications, planting details, and design
specifications consistent with the following
requirements:
1) All plant species utilized shall not exceed the
Irrigation Water Allowance, as discussed in the
State Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance.
2) Landscaping shall be designed so as to not
obstruct the view of any exterior door or window
from the street.
3) Backflow preventers, transformers, or other
exposed above grade utilities shall be shown on
the landscape plan(s) and shall be screened with
landscaping and /or a wall.
4) A coordinated tree - planting program shall be
developed which will provide a dominant theme tree
within the components of the proposed development.
5) 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 necessary repairs to the
irrigation system consistent with the landscape
plan approved for the development.
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6) Exotic plants which are known to spread beyond
their original plantings and invade native
habitats such as Pampas Grass, Spanish Broom, and
Tamarisk shall not be used.
Outstanding Case Processing Fees
15. The applicant shall pay all outstanding case processing
(Planning and Engineering), and all City legal service fees
prior to approval of the Final Map. 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 Tentative Map.
Affordable Units and Affordable Housing Agreement
16. Low Income Housing:
a. The developer shall on this project site provide one
(1) three bedroom unit of not less than 1,350 square
feet in size, to be sold to buyers who meet the
criteria for Low Income households established by the
United States Department of Housing and Urban
Development for the county of Ventura (80% of Median
Income) .
b. The initial sales price, buyer eligibility, resale
restrictions, respective role of the City and the
developer, and any other item determined necessary by
the City shall be set forth in written form through
the Affordable Housing Implementation and Resale
Restriction Plan, which shall be approved by the City
Council prior to approval of the final Tract Map for
this project.
C. The developer and City shall, prior to the occupancy
of the first residential unit for the project, execute
an Affordable Housing Agreement that incorporates the
Plan in total and is consistent with this Agreement.
Preparation Fee
The developer shall pay to City the amount of one
thousand dollars ($1,000.00) for the City's cost to
prepare the Affordable Housing Plan and Agreement
required pursuant to this condition.
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CITY ENGINEER CONDITIONS
PRIOR TO FINAL MAP APPROVAL, THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS SHALL BE
SATISFIED:
General:
17. The Developer shall demonstrate legal access to the parcel
to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
Grading
18. 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.
19. 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.
20. This project is projected to balance cut and fill onsite.
Unanticipated off -site import /export operations requiring
an excess of 100 total truck loads (2,000 cubic yards
maximum) shall require Council approval 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.
21. All requests for staged grading must be submitted in
writing to the City Engineer for review and approval by the
City Council.
22. 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
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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.
23. 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 soil
engineer and their recommendations will be subject to the
review and approval of the City Engineer and the Director
of Community Development.
24. 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.
25. 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 an appropriate existing flood
control channel.
Geotechnical /Geology Review
26. The Developer shall submit to the City of Moorpark for
review and approval, detailed Geotechnical Engineering
Report certified by a California Registered Civil Engineer.
The geotechnical engineering report shall include an
investigation with regard to liquefaction, expansive soils,
and seismic safety. Also, 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, is required. The Developer
shall reimburse the City for all costs including the City's
administrative fee for this review.
27. 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 soil engineer's
recommendations. Prior to the commencement of grading plan
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check, the Developer's geotechnical engineer shall sign the
plans confirming that the grading plans incorporate the
recommendations of the approved soil report(s).
Storm Water Runoff and Flood Control Plannin
28. 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:
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;
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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.
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.
The hydrology study shall determine the development's
pro -rata share of the cost to construct Fremont Drain
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(total cost estimate $428,000) based on City of
Moorpark Master Plan of Drainage (April 1995) . The
cost estimate shall be adjusted based on the latest
Quarterly State Highway Bid Price Index Chart from
Engineering News - Record, The Construction Weekly
Magazine.
29. The applicant shall demonstrate that surface drainage from
the site shall not drain over the sidewalk or driveways.
30. 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;
b. Feasible access during a 50 -year frequency storm.
C. Hydrology calculations shall be per current Ventura
County Standards.
31. All structures proposed within the 100 -year flood zone
shall be elevated at least one foot above the 100 -year
flood level.
32. 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 Discharqe Elimination Svstem ( NPDES)
33. 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.
a. The SWPCP shall be developed and implemented in
accordance with requirements of the Ventura Countywide
Stormwater Quality Management Program, NPDES Permit
No. CAS063339.
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b. 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.
C. Improvement plans shall note that the contractor shall
comply to the "California Storm Water Best Management
Practice Handbooks"
d. 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 )
e. The 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.
f. The 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.
34. Development shall be undertaken in accordance with
conditions and requirements of the Ventura Countywide
Stormwater Quality Management Program, NPDES Permit No.
CAS063339.
35. The project construction plans shall note and incorporate
that the contractor shall comply to the "California Storm
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Water Best Management Practice Handbooks" - Best Management
Practices (BMPs) applicable to the development for the
review and approval of the City Engineer.
Street Improvement Requirements:
36. 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
shall not be accepted by the City for maintenance until
completion, unless otherwise determined by the City
Engineer and Director of Community Development.
37. Publicly dedicated streets shall conform to the design
requirements of the Ventura County Road Standards (most
recent revision).
38. The street improvements and street improvement plans shall
include streetlights, signing, striping, interim striping
and traffic control, to the satisfaction of the City
Engineer. All driveway locations shall be approved by the
City Engineer and the Director of Community Development,
including the relocation of the driveway at the end of
Second Street on Lot 6 from the right side to a point near
the northerly property line. Parking shall be prohibited
throughout the existing curve radius at the intersection of
Bard Street and Third Street.
The plans shall provide for removal and replacement of all
damaged sections of curb, gutter, and sidewalk on Bard
Street and its intersection with Third Street and on
Millard Street.
39. Streetlights shall be provided on Millard Street and on
Bard Street per Ventura County Standards and as approved by
the City Engineer' Existing and required streetlights
immediately adjacent to the project shall be installed on
marblelite poles per City standards.
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.
40. Above ground obstructions (utility cabinets, mailboxes,
etc.) are to be placed within the right -of -way landscaping
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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..
41. Additional surety shall be provided for resurfacing and /or
repair of the full width portion of Bard Street, Millard
Street and Third Street 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 streets before occupancy of the
buildings. Surety will be returned upon the City Engineer
accepting the condition of the street.
Other:
42. 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 to Reuse Permit procedures administered by
the County Water Resources Development Department.
43. 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) .
44. All existing and proposed utilities shall be underground as
approved by the City Engineer between the northwest corner
and the southwest corner of subject property and including
the existing utility pole just north of the northwest
corner of the subject property, if feasible based upon
efforts to be undertaken by the City and if determined by
the Director of Community Development to not add a
significant cost to the project. In addition the overhead
wires that connect property line utility poles to the
utility pole on the northwest corner of Bard Street and
Third Street shall be placed underground, however, the pole
may remain.
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45. 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.
46. 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.
47. Any right -of -way acquisition necessary to complete the
required improvements will be acquired by the Developer at
his expense.
48. 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 at least 60 days prior to the
filing of the final or parcel map for approval pursuant to
Governmental Code Section 66457.
a. Notify the City of Moorpark (hereinafter City) in
writing that the applicant wishes the City to acquire
an interest in the land which is sufficient for the
purposes as provided in Governmental Code Section
66462.5.
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.
49. The Developer shall submit wall and landscaping plans
showing that provisions have been taken to provide for and
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maintain proper sight distances. Plans for all fences, and
walls required by the conditions of this project are to be
submitted to and approved by the Director of Community
Development.
50. The Developer shall dedicate vehicular access rights to the
City of Moorpark along Bard Street and Millard Street.
51. 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.
52. All new land divisions within the development shall agree
to pay lighting and landscaping assessments as determined
by all current or revised assessment schedules.
DURING GRADING, THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS SHALL APPLY:
53. 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.
54. 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.
55. 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.
56. During clearing, grading, earth moving or excavation
operations, dust shall be controlled by regular watering.
In addition the following measures shall apply:
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
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of water trucks that 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. Facemasks 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.
57. 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.
b. Periodically, or as directed by the City Engineer,
sweep public streets in the vicinity of the site to
remove silt (i.e., fine earth material transported
from the site by wind, vehicular activities, water
runoff, etc.) which may have accumulated from
construction activities.
58. All diesel engines used in construction equipment shall use
reformulated diesel fuel.
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59. 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.
60. Construction activities shall be limited to between the
following hours:
a. 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Monday through Friday;
b. 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Saturday.
C. 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.
d. No construction work is to be done on Sundays,
pursuant to Section 15.26.010 of the Municipal Code.
61. Truck noise from hauling operations shall be minimized
through establishing hauling routes that avoid residential
areas and requiring that exhaust 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.
62. The Developer shall ensure that construction equipment is
fitted with modern sound- reduction equipment.
63. Equipment not in use for more than ten minutes shall be
turned off.
64. 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 Department,
and the City Construction Observer shall be notified
immediately. Work shall not proceed until clearance has
been issued by all of these agencies.
65. 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.
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66. Equipment engines shall be maintained in good condition and
in proper tune as set forth in manufacturers
specifications.
67. Backfill of any pipe or conduit shall be in 4" fully
compacted layers unless otherwise specified by the City
Engineer.
68. Soil testing for trench compaction is to be performed on
all shall be less than once every 4 feet of lift and 100
lineal feet of trench excavated.
69. Observe a 15 -mile per hour speed limit for the construction
area.
70. 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:
71. 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.
72. 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:
73. Construction of street improvements and /or repairs shall be
completed to the satisfaction of the City of Moorpark.
74. If directed by the City, the Developer shall have repaired,
overlay or slurried that portion of Bard Street, Third
Street and Millard Street adjacent the development. The
repairs, curb replacement, parkways, sidewalks, and overlay
or slurry of the streets, as a result of damage from
construction work or utility trenching shall be along the
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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:
75. Reproducible centerline tie sheets shall be submitted to
the City Engineer's office.
76. Sufficient surety in a form
the City guaranteeing the
provided, and shall remain
acceptance by the City.
and in an amount acceptable to
public improvements shall be
in place for one year following
77. 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
subdivision improvements. The fees required will be in
conformance with the applicable ordinance section.
78. 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 checking
and construction on sheets larger than 22" X 3611, they must
be resubmitted as "record drawings" in a series of 22" X
36" Mylar (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.
FIRE DEPARTMENT CONDITIONS:
Water Availability
79. Prior to recordation, the applicant shall provide to the
Fire District verification from the water purveyor that the
water purveyor can provide the required fire flow for the
project.
Fire Hydrants
80. 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 500 feet
of the development.
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81. 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 one 2 1/2" inch outlet(s).
b. The required fire flow shall be achieved at no less
than 20 -psi residual pressure.
C. Fire hydrants shall be spaced 500 feet on center and
so located that no structure will be farther than 250
feet from any one hydrant.
d. Fire hydrants shall be set back in from the curb face
24 inches on center.
Fi rA F1 nw
82. A minimum fire flow of 1,000 gallons per minute at 20 psi
shall be provided at this location. The applicant shall
verify that the water purveyor can provide the required
volume at the project.
Address Numbers
83. Address numbers, a minimum of 4 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. Brass and /or gold letters or numbers shall not be
used.
Spark Arrestor
84. An approved spark arrestor shall be installed on the
chimney of any structure(s).
VCFD Form No. 126
85. 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.
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WATERWORKS DISTRICT NO 1 CONDITIONS:
86. Applicant shall be required to comply with the Ventura
County Waterworks District No. 1 Rules and Regulations.
The District shall approve the water and sewer improvement
plans after all the following items are completed:
a. Developer shall extend the existing 8 inch sewer line
on Bard Street from the existing street clean out to
Third Street to serve Lots 6 and 8 of the subject
property. The sewer improvement plans shall be
prepared in accordance with District standards. Submit
three sets of plans and cost estimate to construct
project.
b. In addition to the sewer improvement plans, Developer
shall provide the District site plans showing the
existing water and sewer mains, and proposed services,
meters and fire hydrants.
C. Sealed copy of "Memorandum of Understanding" and
"Proof of Payment of the Capital Construction Charge"
from Calleguas Municipal Water District.
d. Payment for the following fees: plan check,
construction inspection, capital improvement charge,
sewer construction fee and water meter charge.
e. Signed Contract to install, and Surety Bond.
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CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL FOR RESIDENTIAL PLANNED DEVELOPMENT
PERMIT NO. 99 -1:
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 submitted product mix shall require
approval of a modification to the Residential Planned
Development Permit. These conditions also apply to Tract
Map 5181.
Use Inauguration
2. Unless the project is inaugurated (building foundation slab
in place and substantial work in progress) not later than
three years after this permit is granted, this permit shall
automatically expire on that date. The Director of
Community Development may, at his discretion, grant up to
two (2) one (1) year extensions 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 to the tentative tract map. The request for
extension of this entitlement shall be made at least 30-
days prior to the expiration date of the permit.
Modification to Permit
3. 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.
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Other Regulations
4. The design, maintenance, and operation of the permit area
and facilities thereon shall comply with all applicable
regulations of the R -1 zone and RPD Permit and all
requirements and enactment of Federal, State, County, and
City authorities, and all such requirements and enactment's
shall, by reference, become conditions of this permit.
Graffiti Removal
5. The applicant or his successors and assigns, 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.
Phasing
6. 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.
Affordable Units and Affordable Housina Agreement
7. Low Income Housing:
a. The developer shall provide on this site, one (1)
three bedroom unit of not less than 1,350 square feet
in size, to be sold to buyers who meet the criteria
for Low Income households established by the United
States Department of Housing and Urban Development for
the County of Ventura (80% of Median Income).
b. The initial sales price, buyer eligibility, resale
restrictions, respective role of the City and the
developer, and any other item determined necessary by
the City shall be set forth in written form through
the Affordable Housing Implementation and Resale
Restriction Plan, which shall be approved by the City
Council prior to approval of the final Tract Map for
this project.
C. The developer and City shall, prior to the occupancy
of the first residential unit for the project, execute
an affordable Housing Agreement that incorporates the
Plan in total and is consistent with this Agreement.
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Preparation Fee
The developer shall
dollars ($1,000.00)
Affordable Housing
this condition.
Effect of Conditions
pay to City the amount of one - thousand
for the City's cost to prepare the
Plan and Agreement required pursuant to
8. 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.
Severability
9. 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
10. 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
11. The permittee's acceptance
commencement of construction
permit shall be deemed to be
of this permit.
Surety for Utilities
of this permit and /or
and/ or operations under this
acceptance of all conditions
12. Prior to approval of a final map, the subdivider shall post
sufficient surety to assure that all proposed utility lines
within and immediately adjacent to the project site shall
be placed underground to the nearest off -site utility pole.
Prior to the issuance of an occupancy permit for the last
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house in the tract, all existing utilities shall also be
underground to the nearest off -site utility pole with the
exception of 66 KVA or larger power lines. This requirement
for undergrounding includes all aboveground power poles on
the project site as well as those along the frontage roads
of the site.
Rain Gutters and Downspouts
13. Rain gutters and downspout shall be provided on all sides
of the structure for all units 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
14. No roof - mounted equipment (other than required vents) shall
be permitted. Exceptions to this limitation must be
approved by the Director of Community Development.
Exterior LiQhtin
15. Exterior front yard lighting within the development shall
be limited to illumination of entryways and address
identification. Excessively bright and /or unshielded front
door lighting shall be prohibited and shall provide sharp
cut off qualities, which minimize light spillage at
property lines.
Energy Saving Devices
16. 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;
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e. To ensure closure when not in use kitchen ventilation
systems shall have automatic dampers; and
f. Hot water solar panel stub -outs shall be provided.
Maintenance of Permit Area
17. 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.
Archaeological or Historical Finds
18. 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.
Fish and Game Requirement
19. Within two days after City Council adoption of a Resolution
approving the Planned Development Permit, the applicant
shall submit to the City of Moorpark a check for $1,250.00
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 fee is paid.
PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF A GRADING PERMIT
20. The applicant shall indicate where the export of dirt from
the site will be taken. If import dirt is to be brought to
the site, the applicant shall state the number of cubic
yards and location of the borrow site. The City shall
approve the haul routes.
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PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF A ZONING CLEARANCE, THE FOLLOWING
CONDITIONS SHALL BE SATISFIED
Citywide Traffic Mitigation Fee
21. As a condition of the issuance of a building permit for
each residential unit, Developer shall pay City a traffic
mitigation fee as described herein ( "Citywide Traffic
Fee ") . The Citywide Traffic Fee may be expended by the City
in its sole and unfettered discretion. On the effective
date of the Development Agreement, the amount of the
Citywide Traffic Fee shall be $3,000 per dwelling unit.
Commencing January 1, 2000, and annually thereafter, the
Citywide Traffic Fee shall be increased to reflect the
change in the State Highway Bid Price Index for the twelve
(12) month period that is reported in the latest issue of
the Engineering News Record that is available on December
31 of the preceding year ( "annual indexing "). In the event
there is a decrease in the referenced Index for any annual
indexing, the Citywide Traffic Fee shall remain at its then
current amount until such time as the next subsequent
annual indexing which results in an increase.
Landscaping Plan
22. 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
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.
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e. Unless otherwise specified in these project
conditions; the plans shall be prepared in substantial
conformance with the approved conceptual plans for the
project.
f. The applicant shall bear the full cost of landscape
plan reviews, installation and inspections as deemed
necessary by the Director of Community Development.
g. 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.
h. The following notes shall be included on the plans and
shall be project conditions:
1) All plant material shall conform to the current
issue of the American Standard for Nursery Stock
published by the American Association of
Nurserymen.
2) 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 is in substantial
conformance with the approved landscape plans.
3) Prior to final inspection by the City of
Moorpark, the applicant shall provide a written
certification for the operation of the backflow
device.
i. The planting plan shall indicate the proposed
locations of light standards. The lighting and tree
locations shall be designed to avoid conflicts.
j. All backflow preventers, transformers, and other
above -grade utilities shall be appropriately screened
with walls and /or plantings.
k. The planting and irrigation design shall comply with
the State of California Model Water Efficient
Landscape Ordinance.
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1. 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.
M. Subsequent to occupancy, the landscaping shall be
maintained in accordance with the approved Maintenance
Plan.
n. The final landscape plans shall include landscaping
specifications, planting details, and design
specifications consistent with the following
requirements:
1) All plant species utilized shall not exceed the
Irrigation Water Allowance, as discussed in the
State Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance.
2) Landscaping shall be designed so as to not
obstruct the view of any exterior door or window
from the street.
3) Backflow preventers, transformers, or other
exposed above grade utilities shall be shown on
the landscape plan(s) and shall be screened with
landscaping and /or a wall.
4) A coordinated tree - planting program shall be
developed which will provide a dominant theme
tree within the components of the proposed
development.
5) 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 necessary repairs to
the irrigation system consistent with the
landscape plan approved for the development.
6) Exotic plants which are known to spread beyond
their original plantings and invade native
habitats such as Pampas Grass, Spanish Broom, and
Tamarisk shall not be used.
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o. The landscape plan shall include planting and
irrigation specifications for manufactured slopes over
three (3) feet in height, front yard landscaping for
all residences and all common areas to be maintained by
the maintenance assessment district or Homeowners
Association. Front Yard landscaping shall be installed
and approved by the Director of Community Development
prior to final inspection.
A tree report shall be submitted prior to issuance of
a Zoning Clearance indicating the value of all trees
removed from the site. Additional landscaping shall be
required which shall equal the value of the trees,
which are proposed to be removed.
Construction Access Plan
23. The applicant shall submit a construction access plan to
the Department of Community Development for review and
approval by the Director of Community Development.
Zoning Clearance
24. 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. 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 ".
Submittal of Construction Drawings
25. 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
26. The existing plans shall be revised by the applicant and
approved by the Director of Community Development. The
following revisions shall be made:
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a. All garage doors shall be of the sectional design and
have automatic garage door openers and vary by unit as
determined by the Director of Community Development.
b. The Plot plan and Landscaping plans shall be revised
to include walls on property lines, (not within the
front yard setback area), and a return wall and gate
on each side yard of the homes connecting to the side
property line. Each wall shall be six ( 6 ) feet high as
measured from the highest grade level. The walls
between side property lines, and the wall that
separates these units from Flory School shall be dark
brown slump block with integral color mortar joints.
The interior property line walls may be constructed of
precision block (CMU) with integral color to blend
with the slump block and integral color mortar joints.
The wall parallel with the pedestrian access to Flory
School from Millard Street shall be integral color
precision block and mortar joints and treated with a
graffiti resistant solution to the satisfaction of the
Director of Community Development. The existing
northerly project boundary line wall (masonry wall)
shall be treated with a colored stucco coating to
match other perimeter walls with the color and texture
of stucco coat to be determined by the Director of
Community Development.
C. The plans shall be modified to include front yard and
parkway landscaping and irrigation, which shall be
installed prior to occupancy of each unit.
d. The maximum height of any units shall not exceed 25
feet.
e. The driveway on Lot 6 shall be relocated from the
right side of the lot to a point near the northerly
property line to the satisfaction of the City Engineer
and the Director of Community Development.
f. All second floor bathroom windows shall have a minimum
height of at least five ( 5 ) feet from the floor level
and shall include opaque glass. All second story
windows are required to have window surrounds to the
satisfaction of the Director of Community Development.
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g. The windows on all building elevations shall be
provided with surrounds or other architectural
features as approved by the Director of Community
Development. Window surrounds shall be painted a trim
color as determined by the Director of Community
Development. All windows facing the front setback area
shall be of a multi -pane design and all windows shall
be provided with window surrounds.
h. All roof materials shall be clay or concrete tile, the
style and color of which shall be subject to the
review and approval of the Director of Community
Development. Colors of the roof tiles shall be varied.
i. All building colors shall be reviewed and approved by
the Director of Community Development.
Trees
27. Any removal of trees (Tree Removal Permit required) and the
method of tree replacement shall be approved by the
Director of Community Development as part of the landscape
plan submitted by the applicant.
Outstanding Case Processing Fees
28. 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.
Performance Bond
29. 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 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
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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
30. All roof vents and metal flashing shall be painted to match
the roof color. All deck drains shall drain to the side and
not facing the private street.
Garage Size
31. Individual garages shall have a minimum unobstructed inside
dimension of 20 feet in length and 20 feet in width with a
minimum interior height of 8 feet.
Adjacent Property Walls and Fences
32. All property line walls and fences shall be no further than
one inch from the property line.
Provision for Image Conversion of Plans into Optical Format
33. Prior to issuance of the first Certificate of Occupancy,
the builder shall provide to the City an image conversion
of all plans as determined by the Department of Community
Development into an optical format acceptable to the City
Clerk.
Cable Service
34. 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 aiong the exterior
walls of the residential buildings.
Asbestos
35. No asbestos pipe or construction materials shall be used.
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Public Nuisance
36. 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).
Traffic Svstem Management Contribution
37. 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
$1,000.00 per residential unit to fund TSM programs or
clean -fuel vehicle programs as determined by the City.
PRIOR TO THE ISSUANCE OF A BUILDING PERMIT, THE FOLLOWING
CONDITIONS SHALL BE SATISFIED
Will Serve Letter
38. 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
Completion of Landscaping
39. Landscaping in front yard and parkway areas shall be
completed for each lot prior to its occupancy.
Acceptance of On -Site Improvements
40. 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 until 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
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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.
41. All related perimeter and garden walls shall be constructed
prior to the issuance of a zoning clearance for occupancy.
CITY ENGINEER CONDITIONS
PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF THE FIRST ZONE CLEARANCE FOR RESIDENTIAL
CONSTRUCTION, THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS SHALL BE SATISFIED:
42. The applicant shall have recorded Tract Map 5181. The
Conditions of Approval for Tentative Tract Map shall apply
to Residential Planned Development Permit No. 99 -1.
MOORPARK POLICE DEPARTMENT CONDITIONS
Construction Site Security Provisions
43. The applicant shall comply with all appropriate Police
Department requirements.
WATERWORKS DISTRICT NO 1 CONDITION
44. The conditions applicable to Tentative Tract Map No. 5181
shall apply to Residential Planned Development Permit No.
99 -1.
FIRE DEPARTMENT CONDITION
45. The Conditions of Approval for Tentative Tract Map No. 5181
shall apply to Residential Planned Development Permit No.
99 -1.
MOORPARK UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT CONDITIONS
46. Prior to issuance of a building permit for construction,
the applicant shall pay applicable School District fees.
All emissions of fugitive dust, noise and any other
potentially harmful substances shall be controlled to the
satisfaction of the Director of Community Development and
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the City Engineer to protect the health of all persons at
the adjacent day care, school and clinic facilities on the
Flory School site.
47. Prior to issuance of a Grading Permit, the applicant shall
submit a plan concerning the routing of construction
traffic in a manner that does not adversely impact the
adjacent Flory School including the safety of children in
and around the school grounds or create congestion in
proximity to the school bus pick -up area. Depending upon
available alternative transportation routes for
construction traffic the hours that construction vehicles
may travel to the development site may be limited. Millard
Street shall be used as the route for all construction
traffic except where direct access is needed to the lots on
Bard Street, which shall be specifically addressed by this
plan. This plan shall be approved by the Director of
Community Development and City Engineer.
AIR POLLUTION CONTROL DISTRICT CONDITIONS
48. All clearing, grading, earth moving, or excavation
activities shall cease during periods of high winds (i.e.,
greater than 20 miles per hour averaged over one hour) to
prevent excessive amounts of fugitive dust.
49. 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.
50. All unpaved on -site roads shall be periodically watered or
treated with environmentally safe dust suppressants to
prevent excessive amounts of dust.
51. The area disturbed by clearing, grading, earth moving, or
excavation operations shall be minimized to prevent
excessive amounts of fugitive dust.
52. All active portions of the site shall be either
periodically watered or treated with environmentally safe
dust suppressants to prevent excessive amounts of dust.
53. On -site vehicle speeds shall not exceed 15 miles per hour.
54. Equipment engines shall be maintained in good condition and
in proper tune as per manufacturers specifications.
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55. Facemasks 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)
56. Development shall be undertaken in accordance with
conditions and requirements of the Ventura Countywide
Stormwater Quality Management Program, National Pollutant
Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Permit No. CAS063339.
57. The project construction plans shall incorporate applicable
Best Management Practices (BMP's) to the development such
as landscaped areas for filtration, filters and /or basins,
and /or other approved methods that intercept stormwater and
effectively prohibit pollutants from discharging to the
storm drain system for the review and approval of the City
Engineer.
58. All on -site storm drain inlets, whether newly constructed
or existing, shall be labeled "Don't Dump- Drains to Arroyo"
in accordance with the City's requirements.
59. The property owner is responsible for the maintenance and
operation of all improvements. A method of assuring the
implementation and maintenance of all stormwater Best
Management Practices shall be established. The method will
be subject to the review and approval of the City Engineer.
60. Any existing or proposed direct drain connections to VCFCD
jurisdictional facilities will be subject to VCFCD
permitting and application of appropriate BMP's. In
addition, the applicant is required to have a stormwater
Pollution Control Plan, or equivalent document, covering
water quality protection during the construction phase of
the project.