2022 PC 23-22 REXFORD INDUSTRIAL REALITYMAJOR SITE PLAN REVIEW NO. 1072-21
DESIGN REVIEW NO.5059-21
RESOLUTION NO. PC 23-22
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF ORANGE APPROVING MAJOR SITE PLAN
REVIEW NO. 1072-21 AND DESIGN REVIEW NO. 5059-21
TO DEMOLISH ALL EXISTING ON -SITE
DEVELOPMENT IN ORDER TO CONSTRUCT TWO
INDUSTRIAL WAREHOUSE BUILDINGS TOTALING
APPROXIMATELY 101,170 SQUARE FEET AND
RELATED SITE IMPROVEMENTS, LOCATED AT 2390 N.
AMER11CAN WAY
APPLICANT: REXFORD INDUSTRIAL REALITY, L.P., BRUCE HERBKERSMAN
Moved by Chair Vazquez and seconded by Vice Chair Glasgow that the following
Resolution be adopted:
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has authority per Orange Municipal Code (OMC)
Sections 17.08.020, 17.10.060.E, 17.13.030, and 17.20.300 to take action to grant or deny Major
Site Plan Review No. 1072-21 and Design Review No. 5059-21 to demolish all existing on -site
development in order to construct two industrial warehouse buildings totaling approximately
10 1, 170 square feet and related site improvements, located at 2390 N. American Way; and
WHEREAS, Major Site Plan Review No. 1072-21 and Design Review No. 5059-21were
filed by Rexford Industrial Realty, L.P., Bruce Herbkersman in accordance with the provisions
of the OMC; and
WHEREAS, Major Site Plan Review No. 1072-21 and Design Review No. 5059-21 were
processed in the time and manner prescribed by state and local law; and
WHEREAS, Major Site Plan Review No. 1072-21 and Design Review No. 5059-21 are
categorically exempt from the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
per State CEQA Guidelines Section 15332 (Class 32 — Infill Development Projects), as detailed
in Section 2; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission conducted one duly advertised public hearing on
October 17, 2022, at which time interested persons had an opportunity to testify eith5p"in support
of or opposition to Major Site Plan Review No. 1072-21 and Design Review No. 5 59-21 upon
property described below:
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THE LAND REFERRED TO HEREIN IS SITUATED IN THE CITY OF ORANGE, IN
THE COUNTY OF ORANGE, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AND IS DESCRIBED AS
FOLLOWS:
PARCELS 1, 2 AND 3, IN THE CITY OF ORANGE, COUNTY OF ORANGE, STATE
OF CALIFORNIA, AS SHOWN ON A PARCEL MAP FILED IN BOOK 95 PAGES 14
AND 15 OF PARCEL MAPS, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF
SAID COUNTY.
APN: 374-632-05; 374-632-07; and 374-632-08
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Planning Commission approves Major
Site Plan Review No. 1072-21 and Design Review No. 5059-21 to demolish all existing on -site
development in order to construct two industrial warehouse buildings totaling approximately
101,170 square feet and related site improvements, based on the following findings:
SECTION I — FINDINGS
General Plan Finding:
The project must be consistent with the goals and policies stated within the City's
General Plan.
The project is consistent with the goals and policies stated within the City's General Plan
Land Use and Economic Development Elements in that the proposed industrial
warehouse development helps to provide a service that contributes to a diversified mix of
land uses in the surrounding community. Redevelopment of the existing degraded site
will increase the economic viability of the property through aesthetic enhancement and
the elimination of physical deterioration. In addition, redevelopment of the site will
support revenue generating businesses which will in turn contribute to the economic
vitality in the area.
Major Site Plan Review Findings:
1. The project design is compatible with surrounding development and neighborhoods OMC
17.10. 060. H.1).
The surrounding development and neighborhood consist of residential townhomes and
Fletcher Elementary School to the north, and industrial uses to the south, east and west.
The project has been designed to be mindful of the sensitive uses to the north by
incorporating various Project Design Features, including building layout and location of
site access driveways and truck loading docks at the center of the site along North
American Way, away from sensitive uses to the north, installation of screen walls along
the west and east sides of the parking lot to screen loading dock activities from off -site
viewpoints, adequate on -site parking and queueing for cars and trucks/trailers, landscaped
setbacks with a combination of trees, shrubs, and groundcovers to provide layered
landscaping to help screen the buildings and parking areas from off -site viewpoints, on-
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site signage that provides directional guidance to trucks entering and exiting the property,
and truck idling restrictions. The proposed contemporary building design and scale
complement the eclectic character of the area and the landscaping provides the project
frontages with a hierarchy of plant material that soften the building mass and scale.
Overall, the proposed project presents an integrated design that provides a renewed,
updated, and improved appearance to the site and to the surrounding community.
2. Major Site Plan approval shall be granted if the project conforms to City development
standards and any applicable special design guidelines or specific plan requirements
(OMC 17.10.060.H2).
The project as proposed conforms to City development standards for the M-1 zoning
district. There are no special design guidelines or specific plans affecting the property.
3. Major Site Plan approval shall be granted if the project provides for safe and adequate
vehicular and pedestrian circulation, both on- and off -site (OMC 17.10.060.H.3).
The proj ect provides safe and adequate access and circulation for vehicles and
pedestrians from North American Way. The on -site circulation has been designed to
accommodate all access needs to parking spaces and for emergency vehicles. Disabled
parking and access have been designed to accommodate building code requirements.
4. Major Site Plan approval shall be granted if City services are available and adequate to
serve the project (OMC 17.10.060.H.4).
A review of the project with all City Departments concludes that City services will be
available and adequate to serve this site, including water, sewer, police, and fire services.
5. Major Site Plan approval shall be granted if the project has been designed to fully
mitigate or substantially minimize adverse environmental effects (OMC 17.10.060.H.5).
No environmental effects have been identified for the project. The OMC will adequately
manage construction and use regulation needs of the project.
Design Review Finding:
1. The project design upholds community aesthetics through the use of an internally
consistent, integrated design theme and is consistent with all adopted specific plans,
applicable design standards, and their required findings (OMC 17.10.070. G.3).
There are no specific design standards applicable to this site. The new industrial
warehouse buildings and landscaping as proposed will generally provide positive
improvements to the existing degraded site conditions. The contemporary project design
and scale, including colors and materials, provides an internally consistent and integrated
design theme that upholds community aesthetics, and suits the eclectic character of the
industrial and residential development in the area.
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SECTION 2 — ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
Categorical Exemption: An Environmental Technical Report was prepared that evaluated traffic,
noise, air quality, energy and greenhouse gas, and water quality to evaluate whether the proposed
project qualifies for a Categorical Exemption from the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA). The studies found no impact to these environmental issues. The Technical Report
concluded that the proposed project is categorically exempt from the provisions of CEQA per
State CEQA Guidelines 15332 (Class 32 — Infill Development Projects) because the project
meets the following criteria:
a. The project is consistent with the existing General Plan designations, General Plan
policies and, applicable zoning designations and regulations.
b. The project is in the City on a site less than five acres and is substantially surrounded by
urban uses.
C. The project site has no value as habitat for endangered, rare or threated species.
d. The project has been evaluated for significant effects relating to traffic, noise, air quality,
and water quality and no significant effects have been identified.
e. The site would be adequately served by all required utilities and public services.
In addition, the project would not trigger any exceptions of State CEQA Guidelines 15300.2
based on location, cumulative impacts, significant effects, location near a scenic highway,
location on a hazardous waste site, or causing substantial adverse change to a historical resource
because the project is not on an environmentally sensitive site, does not contribute to cumulative
impacts, will not have a significant effect on the environment, is not near a scenic highway, is
not on hazardous waste site, and is not a historical resources site. No environmental public
review is required.
SECTION 3— CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the following conditions are imposed:
General:
1. These conditions shall be reprinted on the second page of the construction documents
when submitted to the Building Division for the plan check process.
2. The applicant shall comply with all conditions of approval contained within Planning
Commission Resolution No. PC 23-22 associated with Major Site Plan Review No. 1072-
21 and Design Review No. 5059-21.
3 The applicant agrees to indemnify, hold harmless, and defend the City, its officers, agents
and employees from any and all liability or claims that may be brought against the City
arising out of its approval of this permit, save and except that caused by the City's active
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negligence. The City shall promptly notify the applicant of any such claim, action, or
proceedings and shall cooperate fully in the defense.
4. All construction shall conform in substance and be maintained in general conformance
with plans (date stamped received September 22, 2022) and exhibits labeled as
Attachments 7 and 10 in the October 17, 2022 staff report, including modifications
required by the conditions of approval, and as recommended for approval by the Design
Review Committee and Planning Commission.
5. Except as otherwise provided herein, this project is approved as a precise plan. After any
application has been approved, if, changes are proposed regarding the location or
alteration of any use or structure, a changed plan may be submitted to the Community
Development Director for approval. If the Community Development Director determines
that the proposed change complies with the provisions and the spirit and intent of the
approval action, and that the action would have been the same for the changed plan as for
the approved plot plan, the Community Development Director may approve the changed
plan administratively.
6. Subsequent modifications to the approved architecture and color scheme shall be
submitted for review and approval to the Community Development Director or designee.
Should the modifications be considered substantial, the Director may refer the review to
the Design Review Committee.
7. Any modifications to the plans including, but not limited to, the landscaping and parking
as a result of other Department requirements such as Building Codes, Water Quality,
Fire, or Police shall be submitted for review and approval to the Community
Development Director or designee. Should the modifications be considered substantial,
the modifications shall be reviewed and approved by the Planning Commission.
8. Any future expansion in area or in the nature and operation of the approved use by Major
Site Plan Review No. 1072-21 and Design Review No. 5059-21 shall require new or
amended applications.
9. The applicant shall comply with all federal, state, and local laws, including all City
regulations. Violation of any of those laws in connection with the use will be cause for
revocation of this permit.
10. Building permits shall be obtained for all future construction work, as required by the
City's Building Division. Failure to obtain the required building permits will be cause for
revocation of this permit.
11. All signage shall comply with OMC Chapter 17.36 - Sign Regulations.
12. If not utilized, project approval expires 24 months from the approval date. Extensions of
time may be granted, if requested in writing in accordance with OMC Section 17.08.060.
The Planning entitlements expire unless building permits are pulled within 24 months of
the original approval.
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13. Grading operations shall be restricted to Monday through Friday between the hours of
7:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., with limited grading as necessary permitted on Saturdays
between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Mechanics may service the equipment up to
two hours after each shift.
14. All other construction activities shall conform to the City's Noise Ordinance, OMC
Chapter 8.24, and shall be limited to the hours between 7:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Monday
through Saturday. No construction activity will be permitted on Sundays and Federal
holidays.
15. Prior to the operation of the business, the applicant shall file for, or if applicable, amend a
business license with the Business License Division. Failure to obtain the required
business license will be cause for revocation of this approval.
16. Any new lighting on the premise shall be installed in such a way to direct, control, and
screen the lighting to prevent off site light spillage onto adjoining properties and shall not
be a nuisance to any point beyond the exterior boundaries of the property.
17. Prior to building permit issuance, the applicant shall demonstrate to the satisfaction of the
Community Development Director that all mechanical and air conditioning equipment
shall be shielded and screened from view from adjacent streets and properties. The
screening shall be integrated architecturally with the building and painted to match the
walls of the building.
18. Prior to building permit issuance, all required parking spaces shall be shown on
construction documents as doubled striped to City standards.
19. The project approval includes certain fees and/or other exactions. Pursuant to
Government Code Section 66020, these conditions or requirements constitute written
notice of the fees and/or exactions. The applicant is hereby notified that the ninety (90)
day protest period commencing from the date of approval of the project has begun. If the
applicant fails to file a protest regarding these conditions or requirements, the applicant is
legally barred from later challenging such exactions per Government Code Section
66020.
20. Prior to building permit issuance, the applicant shall pay all applicable development fees,
including but not limited to: City sewer connection, Orange County Sanitation District
Connection Fee, Transportation System Improvement Program, Fire Facility, Police
Facility, Park Acquisition, Sanitation District, and School District, as required.
21. Prior to building permit issuance, the applicant shall pay any outstanding monies due to
the City for Planning Division entitlement activities related to this project.
22. In conjunction with the operation of the business(es), the property owner shall be
responsible to maintain the property to a level deemed adequate by the Community
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Development Director. This includes, but is not limited to, the buildings, on -site
landscaping, trash areas, signage, utilities, property walls, and gates (if applicable).
23. Any graffiti shall be removed within 72 hours from the time the City of Orange Notice of
Violation is received by the applicant/property owner.
24. Prior to building permit issuance, the applicant shall demonstrate that the trash enclosures
utilize similar materials, colors, and finishes as the industrial buildings, including any
roofing.
25. Prior to building permit issuance, the applicant shall demonstrate that the trash enclosure
shall conform to City Standard Plan 409.
26. Prior to building permit issuance, the applicant shall identify the precise location of
existing walls proposed for demolition, if applicable. If the location of the existing wall
slated for demolition is wholly or partially upon an adjacent property, the applicant shall
secure the property owner(s) approval to demolish and replace the wall. The applicant
will be responsible for any site repairs to walls damaged through demolition activity.
27. In conjunction with the operation of the business(es), all noise levels generated shall
conform to the levels allowed by the OMC.
28. With the exception of office and security activities, any industrial production, processing,
cleaning, testing or repair, and outdoor activities shall be limited to the hours of 7:00 a.m.
to 10:00 P.M.
29. In conjunction with the operation of the business(es), all loading and unloading (i.e.
deliveries) activities shall only occur in the designated loading dock and loading zone
areas on the subject site. These activities shall only occur during the hours of 7:00 a.m.
to 10:00 P.M.
30. In conjunction with the operation of the business(es), all loading and trash enclosure
areas shall be maintained and kept clean and free of debris.
31. Construction equipment shall be properly maintained per manufacturers specifications
and fitted with the best available noise suppression devices (i.e., mufflers, silencers,
wraps, etc).
32. Construction equipment shall not idle for extended periods of time in the vicinity of
sensitive receptors.
33. Prior to grading permit issuance, the construction contractor shall prepare a traffic control
plan detailing the locations of equipment staging areas, material stockpiles, proposed
road closures, and hours of construction operations to minimize impacts to sensitive
receptors.
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34. Fixed and/or stationary construction equipment shall be located as far as possible from
sensitive receptors (e.g., generators, compressors, rock crushers, cement mixers). Shroud
or shield all impact tools, and muffle or shield all intake and exhaust ports on powered
construction equipment.
35. In conjunction with the operation of the business(es), should parking or queuing issues
arise on the site or the surrounding neighborhood, the applicant shall work with the
Community Development Department to resolve any issues. If such issues are not
resolved to the City's satisfaction, the Major Site Plan Review application shall be
presented to the Planning Commission for its consideration of further conditions and
modifications.
36. Prior to building permit issuance, final landscaping plans for the project shall be designed
to comply with the City's Water Efficient Landscape Guidelines as described in Section
IX et al of the City of Orange Landscape Standards and Specifications. The project
landscape architect shall submit documentation certifying compliance with this
requirement (Appendix B of the City of Orange Landscape Standards and Specifications)
for review and approval by the Community Development Director or designee in
coordination with the Public Works Director or designee.
38. Prior to certificate of occupancy, all landscaping improvements shall be completed
according to the approved plans, the City of Orange Water Efficient Landscape
Guidelines, and City of Orange Landscape Standards and Specifications. The project
landscape architect shall submit documentation certifying compliance with this
requirement (Appendix E of the City of Orange Landscape Standards and Specifications)
for review and approval by the Community Development Director or designee, in
coordination with the Public Works Director or designee.
39. Prior to building permit issuance, City required irrigation and landscape inspection notes,
in accordance with the City of Orange Landscape Standards and Specifications, shall be
placed on the final landscape plan, to the satisfaction of the Community Development
Director or designee, in coordination with the Public Works Director or designee.
40. Landscape maintenance shall be performed in such a manner as to allow all trees to retain
their full canopy height for screening and full canopy breadth for shade at point of
maturity, except as required for public safety purposes.
41. Prior to building permit issuance, the final landscape plan shall be reviewed and approved
by the Public Works Director when landscaping is proposed within the public right-of-
way and/or the project is constructing Storm Water Quality Best Management Practices
(BMPs) in landscaped areas.
42. Prior to building permit issuance, the final landscape plan shall include a note that a fully
automated irrigation system will be provided.
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43. All landscape areas shall be maintained in a neat and healthy condition. Should the plant
material die, the property owner/operator shall replace it with similar new plant material.
44. Prior to building permit issuance, landscape plans shall include landscape area
calculations needed for State landscape water use reporting.
45. Prior to issuance of certificate of occupancy, all parking lot and landscaping
improvements shall be completed according to the approved plans and to the satisfaction
of the Community Development Director.
46. Prior to building permit issuance, the applicant shall prepare a final landscaping and
irrigation plan consistent with the grading plans, site plans, and the conceptual
landscaping plan as proposed for the project for the review and approval of the
Community Development Director or designee, in coordination with the Public Works
Director or designee.
47. Prior to building permit issuance, a Tree Removal Permit shall be approved by the
Community Service Director in accordance with the City's Tree Preservation Ordinance.
A plan is required for submittal to the City depicting all of the existing on -site trees, the
species of each tree, and the number of trees proposed for removal and replacement.
48. Prior to building permit issuance, all landscaping located within public areas shall be
shown on the landscape plans and shall include the installation of root barriers acceptable
to the Public Works Department on the sidewalk side of the tree, or where conditions
warrant, the installation of a Deep Root box as directed by the Public Works Director.
49. Prior to building permit issuance, the applicant shall work with the Public Works
Department to determine if the right-of-way can accommodate street tree installation, and
to determine the quantity, size, spacing, species, and locations of street trees along all
street frontages of the project.
50. The Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA) governs the taking, killing, possession,
transportation, and importation of migratory birds, their eggs, parts, and nests. The trees
that would be removed as part of the project have the potential to provide suitable nesting
opportunities for nesting birds. To comply with the MBTA, in the event that vegetation
and tree removal should occur between January 15 and September 15 (nesting season),
the project applicant shall retain a qualified biologist to conduct a nesting bird survey no
more than three days prior to commencement of construction activities. The biologist
conducting the clearance survey shall document any negative results. If no active bird
nests are observed on the project site or within the vicinity during the clearance survey, a
brief letter report shall be submitted to the City of Orange Community Development
Department prior to construction, indicating that no impacts to active bird nests would
occur before construction can proceed. If an active avian nest is discovered during the
pre -construction clearance survey, construction activities shall stay outside of a 300-foot
buffer around the active nest. For listed and raptor species,. this buffer shall be 500 feet.
A biological monitor shall be present to delineate the boundaries of the buffer area and to
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monitor the active nest to ensure that nesting behavior is not adversely affected by the
construction activity, pursuant to the MBTA. Prior to the commencement of construction
activities and the issuance of any permits, results of the pre -construction survey and any
subsequent monitoring shall be provided to the City of Orange Community Development
Department, California Department of Fish and Wildlife, and other appropriate agencies.
Design Review Committee:
51. Prior to building permit issuance, the applicant shall replace the Italian Cypress trees
located at the entry gate wall with Podocarpus Icee Blue trees.
52. Prior to building permit issuance, the columnar trees on the southern parcel shall be a mix
of Italian Cypress and Podocarpus Icee Blue trees.
53. Prior to building permit issuance, eight additional columnar trees shall be added to the
southern parcel with at least one 24-inch box size columnar tree on the southern
landscape strip adjacent to the cul-de-sac on Freedom Way.
Fire:
54. Plans submitted for Building Plan Check shall comply with the California Fire Code as
amended by the City and. as .frequently amended and in effect at the time of application
for Building Permit. On -site fire department access will require easement recording prior
to issuance of a rough grading permit and shall be reviewed by the Fire Department prior
to approval.
55. The applicant may maintain one 36-inch box size Palo Verde tree adjacent to the Fire
Department connections within the center landscape island along North American Way.
A 3-foot clearance shall be maintained at all times around the devices.
Police:
56. Prior to building permit issuance, the project shall comply with the requirements of OMC
Chapter 15.52 (Building Security Standards), which relates to hardware, doors, windows,
lighting, etc. Approved structural drawings, if any, shall include sections of the security
code that apply. Specifications, details, or security notes may be used to convey the
compliance.
57. Security and design measures that employ Defensible Space concepts shall be utilized in
development and construction plans. These measures incorporate the concepts of Crime
Prevention through Environmental Design (CPTED), which involves consideration such
as placement and orientation of structures, access and visibility of common areas,
placement of doors, windows, addressing and landscaping.
58. Prior to building permit issuance, a photometric study shall be reviewed and approved by
the Police Department. A minimum of one foot candle shall be maintained on all
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surfaces of the parking lot, from dusk until the termination of business every operating
day. The applicant shall ensure that lighting on the site shall be directed, controlled, and
screened in such a manner so as to refrain from shining directly on surrounding
properties.
59. Prior to issuance of certificate of occupancy, the applicant shall schedule a light reading
inspection with the Crime Prevention Bureau. The lighting shall be tested and confirmed
to determine if the lighting meets or exceeds the exterior boundary standards. The
applicant shall use shielding so as to ensure that the light standards meet the requirements
of OMC Section 17.12.030 for the areas beyond the property's exterior boundaries; light
spillage or pollution to surrounding residential areas shall not exceed a maintained
minimum of 0.5 foot-candle.
Traffic:
60. Prior to building permit issuance, Transportation System Improvement Program fees are
required.
61. Truck trips generated by the project shall utilize the City's existing truck routes to travel
to and from the project vicinity.
62. The applicant shall coordinate truck traffic on Fletcher Avenue with the Orange Unified
School District and Fletcher Elementary School so as to not conflict with student drop-
off/pick-up times for Fletcher Elementary School and to maintain the safety of children,
parents, and employees. Proof of coordination shall be provided to the Planning Division
prior to certificate of occupancy issuance.
63. Truck traffic shall be routed to impact the least number of sensitive receptors.
Subdivision:
64. Prior to building permit issuance, the applicant shall complete a Lot Line Adjustment
with the Public Works Department to consolidate the tree legal lots into two lots.
65. Prior to building permit issuance, the applicant shall complete an easement dedication
with the Public Works Department for corner cut-offs on Fletcher Avenue and American
Way, and American Way and Freedom Avenue.
66. Prior to certificate of occupancy, a drainage easement in favor of the northerly parcel
shall be dedicated and recorded.
67. Prior to grading permit issuance, existing Southern California Edison Easements on the
property shall be relinquished and shall not conflict with the proposed building structures.
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68. Prior to grading permit issuance, all works within the public right-of-way and public
utility easements will require encroachment permits, including sidewalk and driveway
construction and utility main and lateral construction.
69. Prior to grading permit issuance, all public infrastructures, including street sections,
sidewalk, driveway apron, and utilities shall comply with the City of Orange Standard
Plans and Specifications.
70. Prior to certificate of occupancy, utilities serving the development, such as electric, cable
television, street lighting and communication shall be installed underground, completed
and approved by the appropriate utility provider.
71. Prior to certificate of occupancy, the applicant shall reconstruct corner access ramps at
the corner of Fletcher and American Way, and American Way and Freedom Avenue
conforming to Public Works Engineering Standard Plan 121.
72. Prior to certificate of occupancy, the applicant shall remove unused driveway approaches
and restore them to full height curb and gutter, including any sidewalk restoration at the
driveway apron.
73. Prior to grading permit issuance, driveway aprons shall conform to Public Works
Standard Plan 115 for commercial driveways with ADA accessibility.
74. Prior to grading permit issuance, all driveway approaches shall conform to ADA
standards for wheelchair access and to Public Works Standard Plans 115 and 116.
75. Prior to certificate of occupancy, the applicant shall upgrade existing sidewalks to meet
current standards along American Way per City of Orange Engineering Standard Plan
118.
76. Prior to certificate of occupancy, an unobstructed pedestrian access way of 5 feet width
shall be maintained at all times for the sidewalk. The unobstructed access shall increase
to 6 feet when there is no planting strip between the sidewalk and the street curb.
77. Prior to certificate of occupancy, the applicant shall provide adequate wheelchair
accessibility around driveway aprons that do not conform to current ADA standards.
78. Prior to certificate of occupancy, the applicant shall repair any cracked, uneven, or
damaged public sidewalk, curb and gutter along property frontages.
79. Prior to certificate of occupancy, all landscaping shall include the installation of root
barriers on the sidewalk side of tree, or where conditions warrant the installation of Deep
Root box as directed by the Community Services Department.
80. Prior to certificate of occupancy, the applicant shall install new streetlights, or upgrade
existing streetlights, as required by the City of Orange Traffic Division. Please contact
Medel Llanes at (714) 744-5535 for further details.
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81. Prior to certificate of occupancy, the sanitary sewer system connecting from the buildings
to the public mainline shall be private and maintained by the property owner.
82. Prior to grading permit issuance, the applicant shall submit a grading plan in compliance
with City standards for review and approval by the Public Works Director. All grading
and improvements on the subject property shall be made in accordance with the Manal of
Grading and Standard Plans and Specifications to the satisfaction of the Public Works
Director. The applicant may be required to include Phased Erosion and Sediment control
Plans, Site Demolition Plan, and Utility Plan as parts of the grading plan.
83. Prior to grading permit issuance, plans preparation and submittals shall be per
Development Services Plan Preparation Guidelines and Checklist, and Checklist for
Submittal Packages.
84. Prior to grading permit issuance, a geotechnical report shall accompany the grading plan
review.
85. A Hydrology Study/Report shall be submitted for review and approval by the Public
Works Department. The Hydrology Study/Report shall comply with the Orange County
Hydrology Manual and Addenda (OCHM). Design Storm Frequency at a minimum, shall
be 10-year storm (25-year in a sump condition), and a 100-year storm event. Proposed
improvements shall comply with freeboard requirements per OCHM and County Local
Drainage Manuals.
86. Prior to grading permit issuance, site grading shall conform to the latest California
building Code Section 1804. The ground immediately adjacent to the foundation shall be
sloped away from the building at a slope of 5% for previous surfaces, and 2% for
impervious surfaces, at a minimum distance of 10 feet.
87. Prior to grading permit issuance, the applicant shall obtain a grading permit from the
Public Works Department prior to start of any site demolition, clearing and grubbing, and
grading.
88. Prior to grading permit issuance, any soil imported or exported shall require a
transportation permit from the Public Works Department Traffic Division.
89. Prior to grading permit issuance, upon submittal of grading plan for plan check, the
applicant shall make a deposit to cover plan check and inspection services related to the
grading activities.
90. Prior to grading permit issuance, the grading plan shall detail all of the locations where
retaining walls will be constructed. Geometric detail of retaining walls shall be shown on
the grading plan, including material type, dimensions, backfill, and subdrains. A building
permit is also required for retaining walls over 4 feet in height as measured from the
bottom of the footing to the top of the wall prior to construction. Structural details and
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design calculations shall be submitted as a separate document and will be reviewed and
permitted by the City Building Division.
91. Prior to grading permit issuance, any grading outside of the owner's property boundary
shall require the applicant to either obtain a temporary construction easement or
permission by adjacent property owners in a form suitable to the Public Works Director.
92. Prior to grading permit issuance, trash receptacle locations and details shall be included
on the grading plan. The trash storage area shall be constructed per Public Works
Department Standard Plan 409.
93. Prior to grading permit issuance, the applicant shall show all sewer and storm drain lines
on the grading plan. Other utility lines, such as water lines, may also be shown on the
grading plan for reference.
94. Prior to grading permit issuance, the applicant shall show all structural BMPs for water
quality purposes on the grading plan. Water quality features shown on the grading plan
shall match the Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP).
95. Prior to grading permit issuance, any direct storm water discharge into the Orange
County Flood Control (OCFD) channels shall require a permit from OCFD.
96. Prior to grading permit issuance, the property owner shall maintain in good condition, all
on -site driveways where heavy-duty trucks would travel.
97. Prior to building permit issuance, and prior to building foundation construction, a
Certificate Letter of Line and Grade shall be submitted to Public Works Construction
Inspector demonstrating that the site grading and pad elevation are completed according
to the grading plan.
98. Prior to grading permit issuance, the existing trees along the south side of Fletcher
Avenue shall be shown on the Civil plans to be removed.
99. Prior to building permit issuance, the applicant shall submit an address number request,
including an addressing plan, to the Public Works Department for review and approval.
100. Prior to certificate of occupancy, the address number of each industrial building shall be
illuminated during the hours of darkness so that it shall be easily visible from the street.
The numerals in these numbers shall be no less than 6 inches in height and be of a color
contrasting to the background. In addition, any business which affords vehicular access to
the rear through any driveway, alleyway or parking lot shall also display the same
numbers on the rear of the building.
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Water Division:
101. Prior to building permit issuance, the applicant shall submit improvement plans to the
Water Division for review and approval for any new fire hydrants, domestic water
services, fire services, landscape services, and any other proposed improvements or
relocations affecting the public water system facilities.
102. Prior to building permit issuance, the applicant shall be responsible for the installation
and/or relocation of the proposed or existing public water system facilities to a location
and of a design per the improvement plans approved by the Water Division.
103. Prior to issuance of the certificate of occupancy, the applicant shall be responsible for the
installation of necessary fire hydrants and fire services as approved by the Fire
Department and Water Division.
104. Prior to building permit issuance, the Water Division shall approve the type and location
of landscaping and fire service (backflow prevention) device for proposed City services.
105. Prior to building permit issuance, construction documents shall show that a six-foot
minimum horizontal clearance and a one foot minimum vertical clearance would be
maintained between City water mains, laterals, services, meters, fire hydrants and all
other utilities except sewer. The Water Division shall review and approve the
construction documents.
106. Prior to building permit issuance, construction documents shall show that an eight -foot
minimum clearance is provided between City water mains, laterals, services, meters, fire
hydrants, signs, or trees or other substantial shrubs and plants as required by the Water
Division. The Water Division shall review and approve the construction documents.
107. Prior to building permit issuance, construction documents shall show that permanent
signs, awning, surface water quality management features or other structures are not built
over water mains, laterals, services, meters, or fire hydrants as required by the Water
Division.
108. Prior to building permit issuance, construction documents shall show that each building
will be metered separately unless otherwise approved by the Water Division.
109. Prior to building permit issuance for the first phase of work, the applicant shall be
responsible for obtaining approval all of the necessary encroachment permits from
affected agencies for all public water construction work.
110. Prior to approval of a water improvement plan, the applicant shall satisfy all water main
connection, plan check, and inspections charges as determined by the Water Division.
111. Prior to the issuance of any grading permit, the applicant shall construct all public and/or
private improvements to the satisfaction of the Water Division. The applicant may be
required to enter into an agreement with the City of Orange, and post security in a form
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and amount acceptable to the City Engineer and/or Water Division to ensure construction
of said improvements.
112. Plans submitted during plan check shall show that the water improvement plans are
consistent with the fire suppression plans and or fire master plan. The applicant's
consultant preparing the water improvement plans shall coordinate its plans with the
consultant preparing the fire suppression plans and/or fire master plan so that their
designs concur.
113. Plans submitted during plan check shall show that the minimum separation requirements
are met and that each of the various designer's plan sets match. The applicant's
consultant preparing the improvement and utility plans shall coordinate its plans with the
consultants preparing the landscape, architectural, surface water quality management, fire
master and/or fire suppression plans so that their designs are consistent.
114. At least 14 calendar days prior to commencing construction, the applicant's civil engineer
shall prepare and provide product material submittals consistent with the water
improvement plans for all proposed public water system facilities to the Water Division
per the City of Orange General Water Construction Notes for review and approval.
115. Prior to issuance of certificate of occupancy, the applicant shall furnish and install
individual pressure regulators on new services where the incoming pressure exceeds
eighty -pounds per square inch.
Water Quality:
116. Prior to the issuance of any grading permits the applicant shall submit a Priority Project
WQMP for review and approval to the Public Works Department that:
a. Prioritizes the use of Low Impact Development principles as follows: preserves
natural features; minimizes runoff and reduces impervious surfaces; and utilizes
infiltration of runoff as the method of pollutant treatment. Infiltration BMPs to be
considered include the use of permeable materials such as concrete and concrete
pavers, infiltration trenches, infiltration planters, and other infiltration BMPs as
applicable,
b. Incorporates the applicable Site Design, Routine Source, Structural Control and Low
Impact BMPs as defined in the Model Water Quality Management Plan and
Technical Guidance Document,
c. Maintains the hydrologic characteristics of the site by matching time of
concentration, runoff, velocity, volume and hydrograph for a 2-year storm event,
d. Minimizes the potential increase in downstream erosion and avoids downstream
impacts to physical structures, aquatic and riparian habitat,
e. Generally describes the long-term operation and maintenance requirements for
structural and Treatment Control BMPs,
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f. Identifies the entity or employees that will be responsible for long-term operation,
maintenance, repair and or replacement of the structural and Treatment Control
BMPs and the training that qualifies them to operate and maintain the BMPs,
g. Describes the mechanism for funding the long-term operation and maintenance of all
structural and Treatment Control BMPs,
h. Includes a copy of the forms to be used in conducting maintenance and inspection
activities,
i. Meets recordkeeping requirements (forms to be kept for 5 years).
j . Includes a copy of the form to be submitted annually by the project owner to the
Public Works Department that certifies that the project's structural and treatment
BMPs are being inspected and maintained in accordance with the project's WQMP.
117. Prior to the issuance of certificates for use of occupancy, the applicant shall demonstrate
the following to the Public Works Department:
a. That all structural and treatment control BMPs described in the Project WQMP have
been constructed and installed in conformance with the approved plans and
specifications,
b. That the applicant is prepared to implement all non-structural BMPs described in the
Project WQMP,
c. That an adequate number of copies of the project's approved final Project WQMP
are available for the future occupiers.
118. Prior to the issuance of certificates of occupancy or final signoff by the Public Works
Department, the applicant shall demonstrate to the satisfaction of Public Works, that the
preparer of the WQMP has reviewed the BMP maintenance requirements in Section V of
the WQMP with the responsible person and that a copy of the WQMP has been provided
to that person. A certification letter from the WQMP preparer may be used to satisfy this
condition.
119. Prior to issuance of building permits, the applicant shall review the approved WQMP and
grading plan to ensure the structure's downspouts or drainage outlet locations are
consistent with those documents. Copies of the building or architectural plans specifically
showing the downspouts and drainage outlets shall be submitted to the Public Works
Department for review.
120. The project applicant shall maintain all structural, treatment and low impact development
BMPs at the frequency specified in the approved WQMP. Upon transfer of ownership or
management responsibilities for the project site, the applicant shall notify the City of
Orange Public Works Department of the new person(s) or entity responsible for
maintenance of the BMPs.
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121. Prior to the issuance of a grading permit (including, as appropriate: clearing, grubbing,
surface mining, or paving permits), the applicant shall demonstrate that coverage has
been obtained under the State's General Permit for Stormwater Discharges Associated
with Construction Activity (Construction General Permit) by providing a copy of the
Notice of Intent (NOI) submitted to the State Water Resources Control Board and a copy
of the subsequent notification of the issuance of a Waste Discharge Identification
(WDID) Number or other proof of filing. A copy of the SWPPP required by the General
Permit shall be kept at the project site and be available for review by City representatives
upon request.
122. Prior to City approval of the landscape plans, the applicant shall review the approved
Water Quality Management Plan and ensure the proposed landscape plans are consistent
with the project grading plans. The plans must show any proposed storm water treatment
BMPs such as bioretention planters, drywells, permeable pavers, or any other proposed
surface water quality BMPs.
I hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was adopted on October 17, 2022 by the Planning
Commission of the City of Orange by the following vote:
AYES:
Glasgow, Trapesonian, and Vazquez
NOES:
None
RECUSED:
None
ABSENT:
Simpson, and Martinez
David Vazquez, Planning Commission Chair
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