HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC RESO 2004 - 144RESOLUTION NO. 2004 — 144
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY
APPROVING A TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION MAP AND
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR 47 CONDOMINIUM UNITS
ON A PROPERTY PARTIALLY DEVELOPED WITH A
12,000 SQUARE FOOT COMMERCIAL BUILDING,
AT 101 EAST 30TH STREET
APPLICANT: BAY CANYON DEVELOPMENT CO. LLC / CDC
CASE FILE NO. S-2004-3/CUP-2004-2
WHEREAS, application was made for approval of a tentative subdivision
map for approval of a tentative subdivision map and conditional use permit on property
generally described as:
Lots 1 through 20 inclusive in block 2 and the easterly 10.00
feet of "A" Avenue and the westerly 40.00 feet of "B" Avenue
closed to public use in Budd Villa Tract along with the 20 foot
alley in block 2 closed to the public per document dated
December 19, 1919, Resolution No. 574 of the City of
National City.
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of National City,
California, considered said application and proposed Mitigated Negative Declaration IS-
2003-10 at a public hearing held on June 21, 2004, and by Resolution recommended
conditional approval of the application; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of National City considered said
application and proposed Mitigated Negative Declaration No. IS-2003-10 at a public
hearing held on July 20, 2004, at which time oral and documentary evidence was
presented; and
WHEREAS, at said public hearing the City Council considered the staff
report prepared for Case File Nos. S-2004-3, CUP-2004-2 and IS-2003-10 which are
maintained by the City, and incorporated herein by reference; along with evidence and
testimony at said hearing; and
WHEREAS, this action is taken pursuant to all applicable procedures
required by State and City law; and
WHEREAS, the action recited herein is found to be essential for the
preservation of public health, safety and general welfare.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the
City of National City, California, that it hereby approves the tentative subdivision map
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and conditional use permit for 47 condominium units on a property partially developed
with a 12,000 square foot commercial building, at 101 East 30th Street based on the
following findings:
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL
OF THE TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION
1. Find that the project will not have a significant effect on the environment and adopt
the proposed mitigated negative declaration.
2. The proposed map is consistent with the National City General Plan and applicable
specific plans, since the proposed multi -family residential development, with a
density of 27.3 units/acre, is consistent with the uses and density of 34.8 units/acre
allowed in the Heavy Commercial (CH) Zone, and since there are no applicable
specific plans.
3. The site is physically suitable for the proposed type of development, since a
preliminary geotechnical investigation indicates that site will be able to structurally
support the proposed development. Also, the proposed multi -family residential
development will serve as a transition between the commercial uses to the west
and northwest and the lower density residential uses to the east.
4. The site is physically suitable for the proposed density of development, since the
site will accommodate the 47 proposed units with appropriate ratios of parking and
open space, and with adequate setback areas.
5. The design of the subdivision or the proposed improvements are not likely to cause
substantial environmental damage or substantially and avoidably injure fish or
wildlife or their habitat, since there is no natural habitat on the partially developed
site, nor are there bodies of water, and since the site is located in the midst of an
urban area.
6. The design of the subdivision and the proposed/required improvements are not
likely to cause serious public health problems, since all necessary public services
will be provided.
7. The design of the subdivision and the proposed/required improvements will not
conflict with easements, acquired by the public at large, for access through or use
of the property within the proposed subdivision, since no such easements are
located on the site.
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8. The discharge of sewerage waste from the subdivision into the City of National City
sewer system will not result in violation of existing requirements prescribed by the
Califomia Regional Quality Control Board pursuant to Division 7 (commencing with
Section 13000) of the Water Code, as specified by Govemment Code Section
66474.6.
9. The subdivision has been considered by the Planning Commission with regard to
its effect on the housing needs of the region, and these needs are balanced by the
public service needs of the residents and available fiscal and environmental
resources.
10. The design of the subdivision provides, to the extent feasible, for future passive and
natural heating and cooling opportunities in the subdivision, based on consideration
of local climate, topography, property configuration and other design and
improvement requirements without requiring reduction in allowable density or lot
coverage.
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL
OF THE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
1. Find that the project will not have a significant effect on the environment and adopt
the proposed mitigated negative declaration.
2. That the site for the proposed use is adequate in size and shape, since the site will
accommodate the 47 unit six -level residential building with appropriate ratios of
parking and open space, and with adequate setback areas.
3. That the site has sufficient access to streets and highways that are adequate in
width and pavement type to carry the volume and type of traffic generated by the
proposed use, since the approximately 376 average daily trips can be
accommodated on East 30th Street and other nearby streets, all of which are
operating well below their designed capacities.
4. That the proposed use will not have an adverse effect upon adjacent or abutting
properties, since proposed development has been designed to be visually pleasing
as encouraged by City Design Guidelines, and since the proposed site layout will
provide adequate setback areas and landscaping to buffer the adjacent existing
development.
5. That the proposed use is deemed essential and desirable to the public convenience
and welfare, since additional homeownership opportunities will be created in such a
way that maximizes the use of scarce developable land area within the City.
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Council has considered the
proposed Mitigated Negative Declaration No. IS2003-10, together with any comments
received during the public review process, and finds on the basis of the whole record
(including the Initial Study and any comments received) that there is no substantial
evidence that the project will have a significant effect on the environment and that the
Mitigated Negative Declaration reflects the City's independent judgment and analysis,
and hereby approves the Mitigated Negative Declaration and authorizes the filing of a
Notice of Determination.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that based on the findings hereinbefore
stated, said Tentative Subdivision Map and Conditional Use Permit for 47 condominium
units on a property partially developed with a 12,000 square foot commercial building, at
101 East 30th Street is hereby approved subject to the following conditions:
1. This Tentative Map authorizes a six story, 47 unit condominium building on a 1.71
acre lot at the northeast corner of 30th Street and A Avenue. Except as required by
conditions of approval, all plans submitted for permits associated with the project
shall conform with Exhibit A -revised, Case File no. S-2004-3/CUP-2004-2, dated
4/21/2004.
2. A detailed landscape and underground irrigation plan, including plant types,
methods of planting, etc., shall be submitted for review and approval by the
Planning Director. The landscape plan shall reflect the use of drought tolerant
planting and water conserving irrigation devices. The plan shall include the use
of specimen trees.
3. All loading and unloading for commercial purposes shall take place at the two
northernmost loading doors.
4. All windows and doors on the west side of the residential building shall have a
higher STC rating, subject to review and approval by the Planning Director.
5. The roll up doors on the east side of the commercial building shall be kept closed at
all times, excluding active loading/unloading periods.
6. Each pair of the 13 pairs of tandem parking stalls shall be assigned to not more
than one residence.
7. A trash enclosure shall be provided in accordance with city standards. It shall have
a stucco exterior to match the building.
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8. The developer shall provide a declaration of covenants, conditions and restrictions,
running with the land, clearly setting for the privileges and responsibilities, including
maintenance, payment of taxes, etc. involved in the common ownership of parking
areas, walks, buildings, utilities recreational facilities and open spaces, prior to
approval of the final map. Said CC&R's shall be subject to approval as to content
and form by the City Attorney. The CC&R's shall allow the City the authority but not
the obligation to assume maintenance of the property and assess the full cost
including overhead costs therefore as a lien against the property if said property is
not adequately maintained per the agreement. The CC&R's shall include a
determination that the funds provided by the maintenance provisions will be
sufficient to cover all contemplated costs.
9. A corporation, association, property owners' group, or similar entity shall be formed
with the right to assess all the properties which are jointly owned with interests in
the common areas and facilities in the entire development to meet the expenses of
such entity, and with authority to control, and the duty to maintain, all of said
mutually available features of the development. Such entity shall operate under
recorded conditions, covenants, and restrictions approved by the City Attorney as
to form and content, which shall include compulsory membership of all owners and
flexibility of assessments to meet changing costs of maintenance, repairs and
services.
10. If gated, a rapid entry system for Police Department access shall be provided in
compliance with Municipal Code Chapter 10.47.
11. Plans must comply with the 2001 editions of the Califomia Building Code, the
Califomia Mechanical Code, the California Plumbing Code, the Califomia Electrical
Code, and Califomia Title 24 energy and handicapped regulations.
12. A grading and drainage plan shall be submitted showing all of the proposed and
existing on -site and off -site improvements. The plan shall be prepared in
accordance with the City's standard requirements by a Registered Civil Engineer.
All necessary measures for prevention of storm water pollution and hazardous
material run-off to the public storm drain system from the proposed parking lot or
development shall be implemented with the design of the grading. This shall
include the provision of such devices as storm drain interceptors, clarifiers, or
filters. Best Management Practices for the maintenance of the parking lot,
including sampling, monitoring, and cleaning of private catch basins and storm
drains, shall be undertaken in accordance with the National Pollution Discharge
Elimination System (NPDES) regulations. A private storm water treatment
maintenance agreement shall be signed and recorded. The checklists for
preparation of the grading plan drainage plan and Standard Urban Storm Water
Mitigation Plan (SUSMP) are available at the Public Works Department.
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13. All surface run-off shall be collected by approved drainage facilities and directed
to the street by sidewalk underdrains or a curb outlet. Adjacent properties shall
be protected from surface run-off resulting from this development.
14. A soils engineering report shall be submitted for the Public Works Department's
review, after Planning Commission approval. The report shall address the
stability of all of the existing and proposed slopes on the property. It shall also
address the adequacy of the building pads, the criteria for any new retaining wall
design, the maximum allowable soil bearing pressure and the required pavement
structural sections for the proposed streets, the parking areas, and the
driveways. As a minimum, the parking lot pavement sections shall be 2 inch A.C.
over 4 inch Class II aggregate base. The street pavement sections shall be in
accordance with National City modified Standard Drawing G-24. All soils report
findings and recommendations shall be part of the Public Works Department
requirements.
15. A sewer permit will be required. The method of sewage collection and disposal
shall be shown on the grading plan. Any new sewer lateral in the City right-of-
way shall be 6 inch in size with a clean out. A sewer stamp "S" shall be provided
on the curb to mark the location of the lateral.
16. An existing 15 foot wide sewer easement reserved to the City of National City
exists on the property and no building encroachment will be allowed within the
easement. The easement shall be shown on the plans.
17. The property is in the Federal Flood Plain area. Flood hazard permit shall be
obtained from the Public Works Department.
18. The driveway on 30th Street shall be an alley entrance type driveway with
pedestrian ramps.
19. A permit shall be obtained from the Public Works Department for all improvement
work within the public right-of-way, and any grading construction on private
property.
20. A cost estimate shall be submitted with the plans. A performance bond equal to
the approved cost estimate for all of the proposed grading, drainage, street
improvements, landscaping and retaining wall work shall be posted. Three
percent (3%) of the estimated cost shall also be deposited with the City as an
initial cost for plan checking and inspection services at the time the plans are
submitted. The deposit is subject to adjustments.
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21. A title report shall be submitted to the Public Works Department, after the
Planning Commission approval, for review of all existing easements and the
ownership at the property.
22. The final parcel map shall meet all of the requirements of the Subdivision Map.
Act, and the City of National City Municipal Codes including certification,
acknowledgement, complete boundary information and monumentation.
23. The subdivider shall submit an approval letter from Sweetwater Authority stating
fire flow requirements have been met. If additional improvements are needed, the
developer shall enter into an agreement for the water improvements with the
Authority prior to obtaining the final map approval.
24. The developer shall bond for the monumentation, the public improvements and
the on -site grading, drainage, landscaping, and other improvements through an
agreement with the City prior to the approval of the final map.
25. All utility distribution facilities within the boundaries of the subdivision, and within
the half street abutting the new subdivision, shall be placed underground.
26. The final map shall be recorded prior to issuance of any building permit.
27. All new property line survey monuments shall be set on private property, unless
otherwise approved.
28. The final map shall use the Califomia Coordinate System for its "Basis of
Bearings" and express all measured and calculated bearings in terms of the
system. The angle of grid divergence from a true meridian, and the north point
shall appear on the map. Two measured ties from the boundary of the property to
existing horizontal control stations shall be shown.
29. Television cable companies shall be noted a minimum of 48 hours prior to filling of
cable trenches.
30. Exterior walls of buildings/ freestanding signs/ trash enclosures to a height of not
less than 6 feet shall be treated with a graffiti resistant coating subject to approval
from the Building and Safety Director. Graffiti shall be removed within 24 hours of
its observance.
31. The property owner shall submit a letter to the Sweetwater Authority stating fire
flow requirements. The owner shall enter into an agreement with the Authority
for any water facility improvements required for the proposed project.
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32. Before this Conditional Use Permit/ Tentative Subdivision Map shall become
effective, the applicant and the property owner both shall sign and have notarized
an Acceptance Form, provided by the Planning Department, acknowledging and
accepting all conditions imposed upon the approval of this permit. Failure to retum
the signed and notarized Acceptance Form within 30 days of its receipt shall
automatically terminate the Conditional Use Permit/ Tentative Subdivision Map.
The applicant shall also submit evidence to the satisfaction of the Planning Director
that a Notice of Restriction on Real Property is recorded with the County Recorder.
The applicant shall pay necessary recording fees to the County. The Notice of
Restriction shall provide information that conditions imposed by approval of the
Conditional Use Permit/ Tentative Subdivision Map are binding on all present or
future interest holders or estate holders of the property. The Notice of Restriction
shall be approved as to form by the City Attorney and signed by the Planning
Director prior to recordation.
33. Approval of the tentative map expires two (2) years after adoption of the
resolution of approval at 5:00 p.m. unless prior to that date a request for a time
extension not exceeding three (3) years has been filed as provided by National
City Municipal Code §17.04.070. The Conditional Use Permit shall expire
concurrent with the tentative map.
34. All uses in Use Group 22 (Light Manufacturing) Appendix D of the Land Use
Code shall be prohibited.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that copies of this Resolution shall be
transmitted forthwith to the applicant; and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this Resolution shall become effective
and final on the day following the City Council meeting where the resolution is adopted.
The time within which judicial review of this decision may be sought is govemed by the
provisions of Code of Civil Procedure Section 1094.6.
ATTEST:
PASSED and ADOPTED this 3rd day of August, 2004.
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Michael Dalla, City/ Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
George H. ier, III, City Attorney