Ordinance - 1844•
ORDINANCE NO. 1844
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE
WEST COVINA MUNICIPAL CODE BY AMENDING THE
OFFICIAL ZONING MAP (Zone Change No. 617 -
Lewis Homes of California)
WHEREAS, there was filed with the City of West Covina a
verified application on the forms prescribed in Chapter 26,
Article VI, of the West Covina Municipal Code, for a change of
zone from:
"Residential -Agricultural (R-A), Area District II" to
"Specific Plan Zone No. 5"
on that certain property generally described as follows:
PARCEL 1:
That portion of Lot 127 of E.
Rancho La Puente in the City
Angeles, State of California,
Book 8, Page 186 of Maps, in
of said County, described as
J. Baldwin's 4th Subdivision of
of West Covina, County of Los
as shown on map recorded in
the Office of the County Recorder
follows:
Commencing at the intersection of the northeasterly line of
the southwesterly half of said lot with the northwesterly line
of Sunset Avenue, 60 feet wide; thence southwesterly along
said northwesterly line, 85 feet to the true point of
beginning; thence continuing southwesterly along said
northwesterly line, 85 feet; thence northwesterly parallel
with said northeasterly line, 120 feet; thence northeasterly
parallel with said northwesterly line, of Sunset Avenue, 85
feet; thence southeasterly parallel with said northeasterly
line, 120 feet to the true point of beginning. Said
northeasterly line of Lot 127 being parallel with the
southwesterly line of said Lot 127.
Except therefrom the southeasterly 20 feet.
PARCEL 2:
That portion of Lot 127 of E. J. Baldwin's 4th Subdivision of
Rancho La Puente, described as follows:
Beginning at a point in the northeasterly line of the
southwesterly half of said Lot, distant northwesterly thereon
104 feet from the intersection of said northeasterly line with
the northwesterly line of Sunset Avenue, 60 feet wide, thence
southwesterly parallel with said northwesterly line of Sunset
Avenue 15 feet; thence northwesterly parallel with said
northeasterly line of said southwesterly half, 15 feet; thence
northeasterly parallel with said northwesterly line of Sunset
Avenue, 15 feet to said northeastely line of said
southwesterly half; thence southeasterly along said
northeasterly line, 15 feet to the point of beginning.
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PARCEL 3:
An easement for pipe lines and incidental purposes over that
portion of said Lot 127 of E. J. Baldwin's 4th Subdivision of
Rancho La Puente, included within a strip of land 5 feet wide
and lying 2.5 feet on each side of the following described
center line:
Beginning at a point in the northeasterly line of the
southwesterly half of said Lot, distant northwesterly thereon
111.50 feet from the intersection of said northeasterly line
with the northwesterly line of Sunset Avenue, 60 feet wide;
thence southwesterly parallel with said northwesterly line of
Sunset Avenue 15 feet to the true point of beginning of this
easement; thence continuing southwesterly parallel with the
northwesterly line of Sunset Avenue, 70 feet to the
northeasterly line of the land described in Parcel 1 above;
the side lines of said strip of land are to terminate in the
northeasterly line of said Parcel 1 above described.
PARCEL 4:
The northerly half of Lot 126 and the southwesterly half of
Lot 127 of E. J. Baldwin's 4th Subdivision of part of Rancho
La Puente, in the City of West Covina, County of Los Angeles,
State of California, as per map recorded in Book 8 Page 186 of
Maps, in the Office of the County Recorder of said County, the
northeasterly and the southwesterly boundaries of said land
being parallel with the dividing line between said lots.
Except therefrom the southeasterly 20.00 feet of the
northeasterly half of Lot 126 and of the southwesterly half of
Lot 127 of E. J. Baldwin's 4th Subdivision of Rancho La
Puente, in the City of West Covina, County of Los Angeles,
State of California, as per map recorded in Book 8 Page 186 of
Maps, in the Office of the County Recorder of said County, the
northeasterly and southwesterly boundaries of said land being
parallel with the dividing line between said lots.
Also except therefrom that portion of said Lot 127, described
as follows:
Commencing at the intersection of the northeasterly line of
the southwesterly half of said Lot with the northwesterly line
of Sunset Avenue 60 feet wide; thence southwesterly along said
northwesterly line, 85 feet; to the true point of beginning;
thence continuing southwesterly along said northwesterly line
85 feet; thence northwesterly parallel with said northeasterly
line 120 feet; thence northeasterly parallel with said
northwesterly line of Sunset Avenue 85 feet; thence
southeasterly parallel with said northeasterly line, 120 feet
to the true point of beginning.
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Also except therefrom that portion of said Lot 127 of E. J.
Baldwin's 4th Subdivision of Rancho La Puente, described as
follows:
Beginning at a point in the northeasterly line of the
• southwesterly half of said lot, distant northwesterly thereon
104 feet from the intersection of said northeasterly line with
the northwesterly line of Sunset Avenue, 60 feet wide; thence
southwesterly parallel with said northwesterly line of Sunset
Avenue 15 feet; thence northwesterly parallel with said
northeasterly line of said southwesterly half, 15 feet; thence
northesterly parallel with said northwesterly line of Sunset
Avenue, 15 feet to said northeasterly line of said
southwesterly half; thence southeasterly along said
northeasterly line, 15 feet to the point of beginning; and
WHEREAS, after considering the proposed request in a duly
advertised public hearing on May 14, 1990, as prescribed by law,
the Planning Commission of the City of West Covina recommended that
the City Council approve said zone change application; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of West Covina has considered
evidence presented by the applicant, the Planning Department, the
Planning Commission, and other interested parties at said public
hearing held on May 14, 1990; and
WHEREAS, the oral and documentary evidence considered in
connection with the application reveal the following facts:
1. The applicant is requesting approval of a zone change from
"Residential -Agricultural (R-A), Area District II" to
"Specific Plan Zone No. 5 (SP-5)".
2. The proposed zone change is consistent with the General Plan
designation of "Planned Development."
3. An Environmental Impact Report has been prepared pursuant to
the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970, as amended.
4. The proposed zone change application includes a Specific Plan
text (attached hereto and included by reference) which sets
forth development standards, permitted uses, and plan approval
processes, and a Specific Plan master site plan, which
displays the ultimate development of the site; and
WHEREAS, based on the evidence presented to the City Council
both oral and documentary, the City Council finds as follows:
1. Since the existing zoning became effective, the character and
use of the land within the project vicinity have changed
dramatically. The R-A zoning for the site was established at
the time that much of the vicinity was utilized for
agricultural purposes. Since that time the land surrounding
the subject site and along Sunset Avenue has been developed
with various residential and commercial uses at varying
intensities. Additionally, traffic on Sunset Avenue has
increased significantly during the past 20 years. The
rezoning of the subject site to the "Specific Plan" zone will
allow for the development of a relatively large site in a
manner that is sensitive to and compatible with the
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surrounding development and changes which have occurred in the
vicinity. Furthermore, the rezoning will be consistent with
the General Plan land use designation of "Planned
Development".
• 2. The proposed zoning, which includes the Specific Plan text and
master site plan, will not adversely affect adjoining property
as provisions within the proposed Specific Plan provide for
development of the site in a manner that is sensitive to
surrounding properties. The proposed zoning will allow for
the development of residences within a gated community which,
are similar in size to surrounding residences and priced
competitively with surrounding residences.
3. The granting of this change of zone will not adversely affect
the General Plan, but will be consistent with and implement
the "Planned Development" land use designation for the site.
Additionally, the change of zones will provide for the
development of housing which will meet goals and policies
within the General Plan.
4. The proposed change of zone is in the interest of public
health, safety and general welfare as it will promote housing
development which serves to meet regional and local housing
goals.
NOW THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of West Covina,
California, does ordain as follows:
SECTION NO. 1: Based on the evidence presented and the
findings set forth the above Zone Change No. 617, including the
Specific Plan text and master site plan (attached hereto and
incorporated by reference, is hereby approved as consistent with
the City's General Plan and appropriate for the proposed
development concept and the land uses permitted within said zone
classification, subject to the following conditions:
a. The approval shall not be effective until the applicant
submits corrected floor plans reflecting the proposed
units and revisions to provide 20 foot wide garages for
inclusion into the Specific Plan Text (Exhibit 2).
b. The approval shall not be effective until the applicant
submits a corrected Phasing Plan (Specific Plan Text,
P.9) which includes the construction of the street
adjacent to Lots 105-111, 119-125 and 128-131 as part of
Phase Two.
SECTION NO. 2: Section 26-135 of the West Covina Municipal
Code is hereby amended by amending the official zoning map of the
City of West Covina as shown on the zoning map amendment which is
attached hereto and by this reference incorporated herein.
SECTION NO. 3: An Environmental Impact Report has been
prepared in accordance with the California Environmental Quality
Act of 1970, as amended.
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SECTION NO. 4: The City Clerk shall certify to the passage of
this Ordinance and shall cause the same to be published as required
by law.
PASSED AND APPROVED this 29th day of May, 1990.
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Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) SS
CITY OF WEST COVINA )
I, Janet Barry, City Clerk of the City of West Covina, do hereby
certify that the foregoing Ordinance No. 1844 was regularly
introduced and placed upon its first reading at a regular meeting
of the City Council on the 14thday of May, 1990. That,
thereafter, said Ordinance was duly adopted and passed at a regular
meeting of the City Council on the 29thday of May, 1990
by the following vote, to -wit:
AYES: Councilmembers: Herfert, Jennings, Manners, McFadden, Tarozzi
NOES: Councilmembers: None
ABSENT: Councilmembers: None
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City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
&ilty Attorney
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ZONING MAP AMENDMENT
ZONE CHANGE NO. 617
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Submitted by
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CONTENTS
I. INTRODUCTION
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A.
Purpose of Specific Plan
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B.
Authority
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C.
Relationship to the West Covina General Plan
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D.
Applicability of Specific Plan Land Use Standards
1
E.
Interpretation
2
F.
Validity
2
G.
Ambiguities
2
II. PROJECT SETTING
3
A.
Location
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B.
Project Description
3
C.
Existing General Plan and Zoning
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D.
Existing Uses
3
E.
Water
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F.
Sewer
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G.
Drainage
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H.
Electricity
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I.
Natural Gas
6
J.
Solid Waste
6
K.
Telephone
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III. SPECIFIC PLAN COMPONENTS
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A.
Land Use Plan
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B.
Circulation and Parking
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C.
Landscaping
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D.
Grading
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F.
Architectural Concepts
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G.
Phasing
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IV. DEVELOPMENT
STANDARDS
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A.
Purpose and Intent
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B.
General Development Standards
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C.
Permitted Uses
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D.
Site Development Standards
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1. Minimum Lot Size
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2. Lot Dimensions
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3. Maximum Building Height
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4. Minimum Building Setbacks
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5. Maximum Building Coverage
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6. Minimum Parking Requirements
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7. Accessory Structures and Uses
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V. GENERAL PLAN CONSISTENCY EVALUATION
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`- A.
Land Use
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B.
Circulation
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• C.
Economic Development
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D.
Housing
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E.
Safety
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F.
Environmental Quality
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Noise
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I.
Conformance with State Law
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VI. IMPLEMENTATION
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A.
Environmental Review
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B.
Specific Plan
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Tentative Tract Map
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D.
Amendments
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1. Major Changes
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2. Administrative Revisions
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LIST OF APPENDICIES
Appendix A Legal Description of Site
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Appendix B Tentative Tract Map No. 46780
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Appendix C Architectural Floor Plans and Elevations
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LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1 Regional Context
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Figure 2 Area Context
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Figure 3 Site Plan
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Figure 4 Landscaping Plan
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I. INTRODUCTION
A. Purpose of Specific Plan
The purpose of this specific plan document is to ensure a well -planned, high quality
environment for the development of residential and recreational uses within Tentative
Tract 46780, Sunset Palms Specific Plan. Timely and efficient development of the property
can be ensured through the Specific Plan, which when adopted by City legislative action as
ordinance, serves as both a planning and regulatory function. This document fulfills the
Specific Plan requirements of the State of California and the city of West Covina.
B. Authority
This document has been prepared in accordance with the California Government
Code Section 65450 et. al. and applicable ordinances of the City of West Covina and will
constitute the zoning for the project site. Land use standards and regulations contained
within this document shall govern all areas within the project site. A legal description of
the project boundaries is included in the Appendices of this report.
C. Relationship to the West Covina General Plan
Section 65451 of the California Government Code requires that Specific Plans
include a detailed listing and discussion of the conditions, regulations, programs, and
proposed legislation necessary or convenient for the systematic implementation of each
element of the local general plan.
The City of West Covina's General Plan was developed in compliance with State law
and policies determined by the City Council and Planning Commission. As a land use
policy document, the general plan assists in the orderly development of future growth and
change within the City toward adopted goals. The general plan elements are designed as a
basis upon which the City can build, and improve the guidance of land use planning. In
addition to a statement of goals and objectives, the plan contains policies and guidelines
concerning various aspects of planned and coordinated growth.
D. Applicability of Specific Plan Land Use Standards
To the extent that the land use standards contained in this Specific plan are
specifically intended to replace other regulations, guidelines, policies, and ordinances of
the City, the provisions contained in this Specific Plan shall apply; otherwise, all other
regulations, guidelines, policies, and ordinances shall remain in effect.
E. Interpretation
The Planning Director of the City of West Covina, or his/her designee (herein
referred to as "Director"), shall have the responsibility to interpret the provisions of the
specific plan. All such interpretations shall be in writing, and shall be permanently
maintained by the City of West Covina.
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F. Validity
If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of the Sunset Palms
Specific Plan is for any reason held to be invalid by the decision of any court, or com-
petent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining potion of
this plan.
=. G. Ambiguities
Unless otherwise provided, any ambiguities concerning the content or application of
the Sunset Palms Specific Plan shall be resolved by the Planning Commission.
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II. PROJECT SETTING
A. Location
The project site consists of twenty (20) gross acres of vacant land north of Sunset
`• Avenue and southwest of Durness Avenue in the City of West Covina. The site is bounded
by single family residential to the north, to the east, and to the west.
Regional access to the project site is provided by the San Bernardino Freeway
(Interstate 10), which links the City of West Covina with the Los Angeles metropolitan area
to the west and the Inland Empire to the east. From the San Bernardino Freeway, the
primary route to the project site is Sunset Avenue (see Figures 1 and 2).
B. Project Description
The Sunset Palms Specific Plan area encompasses twenty (20) gross acres of vacant
land for the development of one hundred seventy-two (172) dwelling units. Six distinct
housing types are proposed for nineteen (19) net acres, including single family detached
units on minimum 4,290 square foot lots, and single family detached attached units on
minimum 3,000 square foot lots (see the Land Use section of this document).
In addition, recreational facilities which consist of a swimming pool, spa, bar-
beque area and shade area, will be located on the central portion of the project site. A
sports court will be located between the above mentioned recreational facilities.
C. Existing General Plan and Zoning
The West Covina General Plan designates the project area as RA, Area District II.
Land adjacent to the project site is zoned single family residential. The project area is
being developed under a Specific Plan designation, which allows single family detached
dwelling units at a maximum density of 9.1 units per gross acre, will be in conformance
with the City of West Covina General Plan.
D. Existing Uses
The Specific Plan area consists of vacant agricultural land. The site is relatively flat
with a slope of less than two (2) percent to the southeast.
E. Water
An existing eight (8") inch water line in Sunset Avenue and an eight (8") inch main
from Tonopah Avenue will provide water service to the project site. Water service is
provided by Suburban Water Systems.
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F. Sewer
The City of West Covina provides sewer service to the project site. There is an
existing eight (8") inch sewer line in Sunset Avenue and an eight (8") inch main in Tonopah
Avenue. The sewage treatment facility which serves the city of West Covina and the
project site is located at 1965 Workman Mill Road (San Jose Creek Facility).
• G. Drainage
The conceptual drainage system within the project site is delineated on Tentative
Tract 46780. The drainage system will be surface drainage. Approximately one fourth of
the site flows to Sunset Avenue, the balance drains to the northwest to Farlington Street in
accordance with the City of West Covina's Master Drainage Plan.
H. Electricity
Electricity to the project area is provided by Southern California Edison Company.
The nearest power substation is located at Azusa Avenue and Francisquito Avenue.
-- Southern California Edison maintains a twelve (12) kilovolt (kv) underground feeder line
along Sunset Avenue.
I. Natural Gas
Southern California Gas, provides natural gas to the project area. A four (4") inch
gas distribution line exists in Sunset Avenue.
J. Solid Waste
Solid waste disposal is provided by West Covina Disposal Company and placed at the
BKK Landfill, which is a private facility, located at 2210 South Azusa Avenue.
K. Telephone
Telephone service to the project site is provided by General Telephone Company,
with existing telephone cables along Sunset Avenue.
III. SPECIFIC PLAN COMPONENTS
The following sections contain a variety of individual component plans which
define the overall framework for development within the project area. The intent of the
component plans is to describe the various planning concepts for establishing orderly and
`•attractive residential development of Tentative Tract 46780. The Specific Plan
components include: Land Use, Circulation and Parking, Landscaping, Grading,
Architectural Concepts, and Phasing.
A. Land Use Plan
The proposed land uses for the project site include residential and recreational uses
(see Figure 3). Residential uses will be organized into two separate areas. The area along
the periphery of the site will be developed with forty (40) single family detached
residential units on lots of at least 4,290 square feet. This will provide a buffer of similar
land uses adjacent to the single family residents within the project boundaries.
The interior of the project site will be devoted to single family detached residential
units on lots of at least 3,000 square feet. A total of one hundred thitrty-two (132) dwelling
units will be developed in this area.
In addition to residential units, a recreational area will be developed. This area,
encompassing a total of 30,000 square feet, will include a swimming pool, spa, shade area
and a barbeque area as well as passive open space. A sports court will be located between
the above mentioned recreational facilities.
The proposed project will also include the construction of 6,245 linear feet of
roadways.
B. Circulation and Parking
Primary access to the project site will be via Sunset Avenue.
Circulation within the project area features an internal loop system with twenty-
eight (28) foot wide private streets. The proposed development will not permit through
traffic into adjacent residential areas. The single family detached units will have a
minimum of two (2) car garages and a driveway that will accommodate a minimum of two
(2) cars. Sufficient visitor parking will be provided. This will consist of open parking for
eighty-seven (87) cars, which equates to one (1) space per two (2) dwelling units. No on
street parking will be permitted in the project.
The entry and the secondary access along Sunset Avenue will be provided with
automatic gates; to allow entry by private, service and emergency vehicles only. An
emergency -only exit access will be constructed to Farlington Street to allow entry by
emergency vehicles only.
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C. Landscaping
Trees, shrubs and groundcover, which will enhance the visual quality of the project
area, will be provided. As shown in Figure 4, Landscaping Plan, the project will make ex-
tensive use of trees and other landscaping to create a park -like atmosphere. Large and
medium scale trees, turf and groundcover will be used extensively throughout the site.
_• All landscaping within the site will be provided with automatic irrigation systems
(supplied with timers and/or moisture sensors) designed to conserve water. Where
appropriate, low water -consuming or drought tolerant plant species will be used.
Where the project backs against existing homes, a precision block wall will be
provided. Along Sunset Avenue, a decorative block wall will be provided.
D. Grading
Grading to create pads, streets, and positive drainage will occur on the project site,
however, activities will be minimal in preparation for unit construction. A preliminary
soils study has been submitted in conjunction with this project. All grading activities shall
be in compliance with the City's Development Code.
F. Architectural Concepts
A "Santa Barbara" architectural theme will be used for all structures within the
proposed project. This style incorporates a number of features designed to emphasize the
Santa Barbara design theme, including tile roofs, pot shelves, columns, multi -paned
windows, and trim treatments.
Materials and colors used in the proposed project will be in keeping with the
architectural theme: stucco walls painted in light earth tones, light and accented wood trim,
tile roofs, and multi -paned windows. Roofs will combine gable and hip forms to provide
variety in design and appearance.
Proposed floor plans and elevations are illustrated in the drawings included in
Appendix C, attached to this document. All residential elevations demonstrate an attention
to detail, including variations in form, materials and textures.
G. Phasing
The project will be constructed in five (5) phases starting with Phase One, the south
and eastern portion of the site, with lots 1-4, 54-81, 45-49, and lots 114-117, and the
southern recreation area including the pool. Within Phase One, lots 65-68, and lots 2-4 are
reserved for sales model home construction. Phase Two continues to the northeast with lots
5-9, 82-104, lots 112 and 113, and the central portion of the recreation area with a sports
court. Phase Three continues to the north with lots 10-22, 132-149, and the northern portion
of the common recreation area. With the construction of Phase Three, the entire perimeter
street shall be completed. Phase Four includes lots 23-26, 105-111, 118-131, and lots 150-155.
Phase Five includes lots 27-44, 156-172, and lots 50-53 for a total of one hundred seventy-
two (172) lots.
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IV. DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
A. Purpose and Intent
The following development standards are applicable to all residential dwellings
constructed within the Sunset Palms Specific Plan area. It is the purpose of these
development standards to provide for a coordinated neighborhood living environment.
B. General Development Standards
1. Each residential attached and detached structure (dwelling unit), together with all
accessory structures, shall be located on an individual parcel. There shall be no more than
9.1 dwelling units per gross acre.
2. Each building parcel shall abut and have vehicular access from a street.
3. Private streets shall have appropriate easements and maintenance agreements
recorded which guarantee in perpetuity the availability of adequate and safe access.
4. All exterior walls and fences along required property lines shall be constructed by
the developer, shall be constructed of similar or complementary materials of the "Santa
Barbara" architectural style, and shall be approved by the Planning Department. All walls
shall have a six (6) foot maximum height, except along Sunset Avenue where the maximum
height shall be eight and one half feet (8 1/2').
5. Common areas and private streets shall be owned and maintained by a property
owners' association. The articles of incorporation of the property owners' association and
_ CC&R's shall be in a form approved by the Planning Director and the City Attorney.
6. All utilities shall be placed underground. Each dwelling unit shall be individually
metered.
7. Any development standards not provided by this Specific Plan shall be in
accordance with the development standards contained in the City of West Covina Zoning
Ordinance.
C. Permitted Uses
I. Single family detached dwelling units are subject to the provisions of General
Development Standard IV. B. 1.
2. Detached accessory structures such as gazebos, cabanas and storage sheds, where
incidental to a primary residential use.
3. Swimming pools, spas, water fountains, and related equipment.
4. Signs shall be permitted for the identification of the development as delineated in
the City of West Covina's Zoning. Ordinance.
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5. Other uses permitted by the West Covina Zoning Ordinance such as the keeping of
domestic pets, home occupations, etc.
D. Site Development Standards
1. Minimum Lot Size
:�• a. Single Family, Lots 1-40: 4,290 square feet
b. Single Family, Lots 41-172: 3,000 square feet
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a. Minimum Lot Width:l
Single Family, Lots 1-40: Fifty-five (55) feet as measured along the front
setback line, except lot 29 which shall be
fifty (50) feet.
Single Family, Lots 41-172: Thirty-six (36) feet as measured along the front
setback line.
b. Minimum Lot Depth:2
f Single Family, Lots 1-40: Eighty (80) feet
Single Family, Lots 41-172: Eighty (85) feet
3. Maximum Building Height
a. Two (2) stories, when measured from the highest point of ground adjacent to
a building or structure, the vertical distance shall not exceed twenty-five
may be (25) feet. (Except for lots 44-58 and 61-172, which maximum vertical distance
twenty-seven (27) feet.)
4. Minimum Building Setbacks (As measured from the property line)
a. Single Family Detached:
1. Front Yard: Twenty (20) feet to garage, thirteen (13) feet to building
2. Side Yard: Five (5) feet
3. Rear Yard: Minimum allowable thirteen (13) feet, except for twenty five
(25) percent of the lot width may be 10'-0".
b. Eaves, cornices, chimneys, and other architectural features such as canopies,
cantilevered roofs and wing walls may project into required front and rear
yard setback areas a maximum distance of three (3) feet, and no more than
two (2) feet into the required sideyard setback areas.
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5. Maximum Building Coverage
a. Maximum building coverage shall not exceed sixty (60%) percent of the
total lot area.
6. Minimum Parking Requirements
i a. Garage: A two (2) car garage, 18'-4" wide x 20'-0" deep. A variance
application No. 939 has been filed with the City Planning
Department to allow a deviation from the 20 feet minimum
width requirement specified by West Covina Zoning ordinance.
Each dwelling unit shall have and maintain a two (2) car
garage. All garage doors and automatic openers. Each dwelling
unit shall be provided with at least two transmitters.
b. Driveway: Minimum width 12', maximum width no wider than garage.
Maximum driveway opening at the curb twenty-four (24') feet
wide.
7. Accessory Structures and Uses
a. No accessory detached structures, gazebos, air conditioners, mechanical
equipment, pool or spa equipment shall occupy any portion of the front yard
setback or street side yard.
b. All accessory detached structures and building additions shall be fifteen (15)
feet in height or less.
-- C. Detached accessory structures shall be set back a minimum of three (3) feet
from side and rear property lines, and from the top or toe of any adjacent
slope.
d. All- additions, including enclosed patios, shall meet the minimum side and
rear yard setback requirement for primary structures.
1 According to the West Covina Zoning Ordinance, the "lot width" is the horizontal distance between the side lot lines
measured at right angles to the comprising the depth of the lot at a point midway between the front and the rear lot lines.
2 The West Covina Zoning ordinance states, that the "lot depth" is the horizontal length of a straight line drawn from the
midpoint of the front lot line and at right angles to such line connecting with a line intersecting the midpoint of the rear lot
line and parallel to the front lot line. A curved front lot line shall be deemed to be a tangent to the curve and parallel to a
straight line connecting the points of intersection of the side lot lines of the lot with the front lot line.
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V. General Plan Consistency Evaluation
This Specific Plan addresses each of the elements contained in the West Covina
General Plan, and presents the details of compliance of the proposed development with the
goals, objectives, policies, and concepts of each element. The compliance of this Specific
• Plan with the West Covina General Plan is discussed below.
L- A. Land Use
1 The project site is designated as Specific Plan. The Specific Plan designation
permits 9.1 dwelling units per gross acre. Thus, the General Plan Land Use Element permits
up to 9.1 dwelling units per gross acre. A total of one hundred seventy-two dwelling units
are proposed, consistent with the General Plan.
B. Circulation
r Sunset Avenue, along the southern boundary of the project site is designated as a
principle arterial in the West Covina General Circulation Element. This street is presently
fully developed within a one -hundred (100) foot right of way. No other streets within or
i adjacent to the project site are designated in the circulation element.
C. Economic Development
An expanded local economy, increased employment opportunities, and a strong tax
base are the goals of the West Covina General Plan Economic Development Element. In an
effort to meet the housing needs of an increasing labor force (due to increased employment
opportunities within the city), the project site has been identified as a potential site for
single family or multi -family residential development. One hundred seventy-two (172) new
dwelling units will be developed to ensure that there will be enough units to meet the
projected increase in the city's work force.
D. Housing
The provision for adequate and diverse housing facilities is one of the ultimate
— goals of the City of West Covina General Plan Housing Element. In recognition of this goal,
the Sunset Palms Specific Plan proposes a combination of housing types, including single
family detached dwelling units on 4,290 square foot lots and on 3,000 square foot lots. The
provision of these residential types within a private planned residential community will
complement the types of existing residential development now found in West Covina.
f E. Safety
To comply with the provisions of the West Covina Safety Element, soils and geologic
studies have been prepared for the project site. Implementation of the recommendations
contained in these reports will provide for the safety of future residents.
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F. Environmental Quality
Meeting the recreational needs of its residents is an important goal of the West
Covina General Plan Environmental Quality Element. In recognition of this goal,
recreational facilities consisting of a swimming pool, spa, sports court, barbecue area, and a
shade area, will be provided within the proposed residential development. The provision of
�• the proposed recreational facilities will be in conformance with the General Plan.
G. Noise
According to the West Covina General Plan, the project site is within existing noise
contours, 65-70 CNEL, which would expose residents to undesireable levels of noise.
Mitigation measures to reduce noise impacts will be investigated through an acoustical
study and examination. Possible effective mitigation measures include the use of
landscaping, earthen berms, sound attenuating walls, and setbacks from roadways.
The project will be designed to meet acceptable noise levels in conformance with the
General Plan.
H. Conformance with State Law
The following Specific Plan has been prepared in accordance with the California
Government Code Section 65450 et. al. and applicable ordinances of the City of West
Covina, and will constitute the zoning for the project site. Land use standards and
regulations contained in this document shall govern all areas within the project. A legal
description of the project boundaries is included in the Appendices of this report.
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VI.. IMPLEMENTATION
The following documents shall be prepared for approval by the City of West Covina
to ensure that development of the site proceeds in an orderly manner:
A. Environmental Review
• Based on the Specific Plan and the tentative tract map, an Environmental Impact
Report has been prepared for the proposed project as required by the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) to determine its potential environmental effects and
the need for measures to mitigate these effects or for additional study.
B. Specific Plan
This Specific Plan will be reviewed and approved by the City of West Covina to
provide land use, design, and other controls on the proposed project in conformance with
the City's General Plan. .
C. Tentative Tract Map
A tentative tract map (Tentative Tract 46780) will be recorded pursuant to
applicable requirements of the Subdivision Map Act and City of West Covina rules and
procedures.
D. Amendments
I. Major Changes
The developer may initiate an agreement to the provisions if substantial changes are
required in the project during the development process. An amendment to the Sunset Palms
Specific Plan shall be in accordance with California Government Code (section 65450
through 65457). Revisions to the map shall be in accordance with the California
Subdivision Map Act and the City of West Covina procedures for the implementation of the
Map Act.
2. Administrative Revisions
Administrative revisions to any approved component plans, may be approved by the
Planning Director. Administrative revisions and modifications shall be defined as and shall
include the following:
a. Building placements which do not change the general location and layout of
�- the site;
+ b. Grading alternatives which do not change the basic concept, increase slopes,
or change course of drainage which could adversely affect adjacent or
surrounding properties; as approved by the City Engineer.
C. Architectural or landscape architectural modifications which do not alter
the overall design concept or significantly reduce the affect originally
intended.
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Legal' Description — Kivan Property
THE LAND REFERRED TO IN THIS REPORT IS SITUATED IN THE. COUNTY OF
LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AND IS DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:
PARCEL 1:
That portion of Lot 127 of E. J. Baldwin's 4th Subdivision of
Rancho La Puente, in the city of West Covina, as shown on Map
recorded in Book 8 Page 186 of Maps, in the office of the county
recorder of said county, described as follows:
Commencing at the intersection of the Northeasterly line of the
Southwesterly half of .said Lot with the Northwesterly line of
Sunset Avenue, 60 feet wide; thence Southwesterly along said
Northwesterly line, 85 feet to the true point of beginning,
thence continuing Southwesterly along said Northwesterly. line 85
feet; thence Northwesterly parallel with'said Northeasterly line,
120 feet; thence Northeasterly parallel with said Northwesterly
line of Sunset Avenue, 85 feet; thence Southeasterly parallel
with said Northeasterly line, 120 feet to the true point of
beginning. Said Northeasterly line of Lot 127 being parallel
with the Southwesterly line of said tot 127.
EXCEPT therefrom the Southeasterly 20 feet.
PARCEL 2:
That portion of said Lot 127 of E. J. Baldwin's 4th Subdivision
of Rancho La Puente, described as follows:
Beginning at a point in the Northeasterly line of' *the
Southwesterly half of said Lot, distant Northwesterly._ther_eon 104
feet from the intersection of said Northeasterly line with the
Northwesterly line of Sunset Avenue, 60 feet wide; thence
Southwesterly parallel with said Northwesterly line of Sunset
Avenue 15 feet; thence Northwesterly parallel with said
Northeasterl y line of said Southwesterly half, 15 feet; thence
Northeasterly parallel with said Northwesterly line of Sunset
Avenue, 15 feet to said Northeasterly line of said Southwesterly
half; thence Southeasterly along said Northeasterly line, 15 feet
` to the point of beginning.
PARCEL 3:
An easement for pipe lines and incidental purposes over that
portion of said Lot 1227 of E. J. Baldwin's 4th Subdivision of
Rancho La Puente, included within a strip of land 5 feet wide and
lying 2.5 feet on each side of the following described
centerline:
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Beginning at a point in the northeasterly line of _the
Southwesterly half of said Lot, distant Northwesterly thereon
111.50 feet from the intersection of said Northeasterly line with
the Northwesterly line of Sunset Avenue, 60 feet wide; thence
Southwesterly parallel with said Northwesterly line of Sunset
Avenue 15 feet to the true point of beginning of this easement;
ence continuing Southwesterly parallel with the Northwesterly'
ine of Sunset Avenue, 70 feet to the Northeasterly line of the
land described in Parcel i above; the side lines of said strip of
land are to terminate in the Northeasterly line of said Parcel 1
above described.
PARCEL 4:
The Northerly half of Lot 126 and the Southwesterly half of Lot
127 of E. J. Baldwin's 4th Subdivision of part of. Rancho La
Puente, in the city of Covina, as per map recorded in Back 8 Page
186 of Maps, in the office of the county recorder of said county,
the Northeasterly and the Southwesterly boundaries of said land
being parallel with the dividing line between said Lots.
EXCEPT therefrom the Southeasterly 20.00 feet of the
Northeasterly half of Lot 126 and of the Southwesterly half of
Lot 127 of E. J. Baldwin's 4th Subdivision of Rancho La Puente,
in the city of West Covina, as per map recorded in Book 8 Page
186 of Maps, in the office of the county recorder of said county,
the Northeasterly and Southwesterly boundaries of said land being
parallel with the dividing line between said Lots.
ALSO EXCEPT therefrom that portion of said Lot 127, described as
follows:
Commencing at the intersection of the Northeasterly line of.the
Southwesterly half of said Lot with the Northwesterly line of
Sunset Avenue, 60 feet wide; thence Southwesterly along said
Northwesterly line, 85 feet; to the true point of beginning;
thence continuing Southwesterly along said Northwesterly line 85
feet; thence Northwesterly parallel with said Northeasterly line
120 feet: thence Northeasterly parallel with said Northwesterly
line of Sunset Avenue, 85 feet; thence Southeasterly parallel
with said Northeasterly line, 120 feet to the true point of
beginning.
ALSO EXCEPT
Baldwin's 4th
follows:
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therefrom that portion of
Subdivision of Rancho La
said. Lot 127 of E. J.
Puente, described as
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`- Beginning at a paint
Southwesterly p =n the Northeasterly line of the
y half Of.said Lot, distant Northwesterly thereon 104
feet. from the i ntersecti on of said Northeasterly line with the
Northwesterly line of Sunset Avenue , 60 feet thence
Southwesterly parallel •with said Northwesterly lineeof Sunset
Avenue,
e, 15 feet; thence Northwesterly parallel y line of said Southwesterly half with said
Northeasterly parallel with said Northwesterly 15 feet; thence
Avenue, 1� feet to said Northeasterly y line of Sunset
half; thence Southeasterly rth y line of said Southwesterly
to the point of beginning. along Northeasterly line, iS feet
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CERTIFICATION
I, JANET BERRY, City Clerk of the City of West Covina, State of
California, do hereby c rtify that a true and accurate copy of
Ordinance No. was published, pursuant to law, in the
San Gabriel Valley Tribune, a newspaper of general circulation
published and circulated in the City of West Covina.
DATED: to
/Yjof
anet Berry, City Clerk
Ci West Covina, California