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01-17-2006 - (2)l TO: • City Manager and City Council • City of West Covina Memorandum AGENDA FROM: Douglas N. McIsaac ITEM NO. E-1 Planning Director DATE: January 17, 2006 SUBJECT: APPEAL OF PRECISE PLAN NO.04-09 APPEAL OF NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT APPLICANT: LOCATION: RECOMMENDATION: RHL Design Group, Inc. 2700 E. Garvey Avenue South (Crestview Cadillac) Staff recommends that the City Council consider the options identified in the staff report and adopt the following resolution: NEI.f0 Dy G�Z `C—D Z -Zl —O(o A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PRECISE PLAN NO. 04-09 ON APPEAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION DISCUSSION: The project consists of a proposal by Crestview Cadillac to undertake a modernization and expansion of its existing facilities located at 2700 E. Garvey Avenue South. Specifically being proposed is exterior modifications and construction of a 4,170-square foot addition to the showroom building at the front of the property, and construction of a new 75,855-square foot, four -level parking garage in the rear portion of the property. The project was approved by the Planning Commission on December 19, 2005. Subsequent to this, on December 29, 2005, an appeal of the Planning Commission's decision was filed by Mayor Sanderson. . The appeal cites several communications that were received from neighboring residents expressing concerns regarding the height and size of the proposed parking structure. As stated, a four -level parking structure is proposed in the rear portion of the site which abuts the Walnut Creek Wash. The parking structure as designed has 211 parking spaces that will be used for employee parking and storage of vehicle inventory. The south end of the parking structure (which is 125 feet wide) faces toward the Walnut Creek Wash, with exposure toward the tear of single-family residential properties on the opposite side of the wash. In an attempt to reflect sensitivity to the parking structure's exposure to residential properties, the rear elevation of the structure has been designed with no openings in the wall to minimize any noise, light, and privacy impacts. In addition, a row of large -specimen trees are proposed to be planted 15 feet on center across the entire 210-foot long rear property line. Crestview has also expressed a willingness to plant vines or hanging plants to further obscure the visibility of the rear of the parking structure. Staff is in the process of working with one of the neighbors to take photographs and, with the applicant's assistance, create photo simulations. The photo simulations would be made available at the public hearing. It is important to note that even though the structure has three full levels and a partial fourth level, the majority of the rear elevation of the parking structure is only 30 feet in height to the top of parapet. A 20-foot wide stairwell on the rear elevation does, however, extend to a height of 40 feet. The top of the partial fourth level also has a height of 40 feet but ends 60 feet behind the southern elevation of the structure. A line of sight analysis prepared by the applicant indicates that this portion of the structure will be virtually obscured from views from residential properties to the south. ZACase Files\PP\2004\PP 04-09 Crestview Cadillac\City_Council\Staff Report.doc 1� Appeal of Precise Plan 04- Crestview Cadillac January 17, 2006 - Page 2 If the Council were to conclude that the proposed height of the parking structure was too high, there are options available to alter the design of the parking structure and further minimize any visual impacts it may have to residential properties. These include: 1. Removing the top (or roof) of the 40-foot stairwell, reducing the height of the stairwell to 30 feet, the same height as the remainder of the southerly elevation. 2. Removing the partial fourth level of the structure, thereby eliminating 22 parking spaces and reducing the capacity of the structure from 211 spaces to 189 spaces. This would reduce the maximum height of the structure (with the exception of the stairwell) from 40 feet to 30 feet. 3. Redesigning and/or relocating the parking structure. This could be accomplished by expanding the parking structure to the north or by relocating the structure to the north or to another portion of the property. In conclusion, the project on the whole would help to modernize and enhance the appearance of the Crestview Cadillac auto dealership. The parking structure would also enhance the dealership's ability to maintain a higher inventory level and thus enhance sales. As provided in . the list of design options above, there are ways to further reduce the potential impacts of the proposed parking structure. Staff, however, has not ascertained what the potential costs or structural engineering feasibility would be for any of these modifications. This would need to be determined by the applicant. PLANNING COMMISSION REVIEW AND RECOMMENDATION: As stated, on December 19, 2005, the Planning Commission voted 4-0 to approve the project, including the parking structure as designed. The Commission did receive one letter expressing concerns about view and privacy impacts from the owner of the property immediately across the wash at 211 Plateau Drive. There was, however, no oral testimony presented at the Commission meeting in opposition to the project. The Commission expressed the opinion that the attempts already being made to minimize the parking structure's visibility were adequate. FISCAL IMPACT: The addition of a parking structure will allow for increased vehicle inventory which will likely lead to an increase in sales tax to the City. z PreK#d y: Jeff Anderson Principal Planner Attachments: Approved by: Douglas N. McIsaac Planning Director Attachment 1 — Draft Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact Resolution Attachment 2 — Draft Precise Plan Resolution Attachment 3 - Planning Commission Staff Report Attachment 4 —Initial Study Attachment 5 — Planning Commission Negative Declaration Resolution Attachment 6 — Planning Commission Precise Plan Resolution Attachment 7 — Appeal Letter from Shelley Sanderson Attachment 8 — Letter to Planning Commission from Concerned Neighbor ZACase Files\PP\2004\PP 04-09 Crestview Cadillac\City_Council\Staff Report.doc ATTACHMENT 1 RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA, CERTIFYING THE NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT FOR PRECISE PLAN NO. 04-09, PURSUANT TO THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT OF 1970, AS AMENDED NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT APPLICANT: RHL Design Group, Inc. LOCATION: 2700 E. Garvey Avenue South (Crestview Cadillac) WHEREAS, there was filed with this City verified applications on forms prescribed in Chapter 26, Article VI of the West Covina Municipal Code requesting the approval of a precise plan to facilitate the development of a parking garage and remodel of an existing auto dealership on that certain property generally described as: Assessor's Parcel Number 8480-016-021 in the records of the Los Angeles County Assessor; and WHEREAS, the proposed project is considered a "project" pursuant to the terms of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA); and WHEREAS, an initial study was prepared for said project; and WHEREAS, based upon the findings of the initial study, it was determined that the proposed project will not have a significant impact on the environment and will not individually or cumulatively have an adverse effect on wildlife resources, as defined in Section 711.2 of the California Fish and Game Code; and WHEREAS, a Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact was prepared for the proposed project pursuant to the requirements of the California Environmental Quality'Act of 1970, as amended, and mitigation measures are included in said Negative Declaration in support of the finding that there will not be a significant effect on the environment as a result of this project; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission, upon giving the required notice, did on the 19th day of December, 2005 conduct a duly advertised public hearing as prescribed by law; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission did adopt Resolution No. 05-5092 recommending certification of the Negative Declaration; and WHEREAS, the City Council did, on the 171h day of January, 2006, conduct a duly advertised public hearing as prescribed by law to consider said environmental documents, and considered evidence presented by the Planning Commission, Planning Department and other interested parties. NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of West Covina does hereby resolve as follows: After receiving and considering all determinations, studies, documents, and recommendations, as well as other appropriate public comments, the City Council of the City of West Covina hereby certifies Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact, subject to compliance with the mitigation measures that are recommended in the Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact as outlined below: ZACase Files\PP\2004\PP 04-09 Crestview Cadillac\City_Council\CC.Neg Dec Reso.doc Resolution No. Negative Declaration for PP 04-09 January 17, 2006 — Page 2 Environmental Mitigation Measures Monitoring Monitoring hn acts Dept./Agency Methods Geology All grading and construction shall comply Planning Pre - with the provisions of the West Covina Building/ construction Municipal Code and the requirements of Engineering plan check the Engineering and Building Departments. Daily on -site construction All conclusions and recommendations of inspections the required Geotechnical Report shall be completed as part of the project review and construction. Water The developer shall comply with the Building Pre - Building Department requirements construction regarding water quality, including but not State Water plan check limited to, implementing a Standard Quality Control Urban Stormwater Mitigation Plan, as Board On -site approved by the Building Department. construction inspections Air Quality Vigorous wetting procedures or other dust Building/ Pre - palliative measures shall be maintained Engineering' construction during earth moving operations to plan check minimize fugitive dust emissions in compliance with applicable codes and ordinances pertaining to dust suppression requirements (including SCAQMD RULE 403). During construction, water trucks or sprinkler systems shall be used to keep all areas of vehicle movement damp enough to prevent dust from leaving the site. At a minimum this would include wetting down such areas in the later morning and after work is completed for the day and whenever wind exceeds 15 miles per hour. Roadways shall be swept periodically as determined by the City Engineer and/or Maintenance Services Superintendent or otherwise cleared of any spilled materials to assist in minimizing fugitive dust. Trucks importing or exporting earthen materials shall be covered or sprinkled with water prior to entering public .streets. Heavy-duty construction equipment shall be kept on -site when not in operations to minimize exhaust emissions associated with vehicles repetitiously traveling to and from the project site. The number of pieces of equipment operating simultaneously should be Z:\Case Files\PP\2004\PP 04-09 Crestview Cadillac\City_Council\CC.Neg Dec Reso.doc t f Resolution No. Negative Declaration for PP 04-09 January 17, 2006 — Page 3 minimized through efficient management practices. Construction equipment shall be maintained in proper tune to reduce exhaust emissions. Diesel -powered equipment such as booster pumps or generators should be replaced by electric equipment, if feasible. During Santa Ana wind conditions with wind speeds exceeding 15 mph, soil disturbance areas shall be watered hourly or active operations on unpaved surfaces shall, be terminated until wind speeds no longer exceed 15 mph. Graded surfaces shall be vegetated as soon as feasibly possible after completion of grading within the construction area. Landscaping shall be installed on all graded surfaces proposed for landscaping as soon as feasibly possible after the completion of grading operations. Noise During grading and construction, delivery Building/ Pre - of materials and equipment, outdoor Engineering construction operations of equipment, and construction plan check activity shall be limited to the hours Community between 7:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Enhancement On -site construction All construction equipment, stationary or Police inspection mobile, shall be equipped with properly Department operating and maintained mufflers. All construction equipment shall be stored on the project site during the construction phase to eliminate daily heavy-duty truck trips on vicinity roadways. The operation of the facility shall comply with the West Covina Noise Ordinance. Aesthetics Landscaping plans shall be submitted to Planning Lighting plan the Planning Department. The Department, review, Site landscaping plan shall conform with the Building inspections approved site plan. Additionally, all Division areas not requiring paving shall be landscaped. All project landscaping shall be installed prior to occupancy. A lighting plan check shall be conducted to ensure that light does not "spill over" onto adjoining property. All exterior Z:\Case Files\PP\2004\PP 04-09 Crestview Cadillac\City_Council\CC.Neg Dec Reso.doc Resolution No. Negative Declaration for PP 04-09 January 17, 2006 — Page 4 lighting shall be hooded and directed so as to reflect away from adjoining properties. A screening wall shall be installed to limit glare from the headlights of vehicles in the drive thru aisle. 2. Non-compliance with the aforementioned mitigation measures as by the monitoring department/agency and any measures taken to correct said non-compliance shall be immediately reported to the Planning Department on the City of West Covina Monitoring Checklist Form. 3. The applicant agrees to implement the aforementioned mitigation measures and monitoring or reporting requirements. 4. Failure to comply with any aforementioned mitigation measures and/or monitoring or reporting requirements will result in a written notice of violation from the City to the applicant at which time the City may order that all or a portion of pre - construction, construction, post -construction activity or project implementation must cease until compliance is reached. 5. The California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and State and local guidelines, rules, regulations, and procedures adopted pursuant thereto permits the City of West Covina to impose any fees or charges associated with implementing the above monitoring program upon the applicant. 6. The applicant shall indemnify, hold harmless and defend the City Of West Covina (City), its agents, officers, and employees from any claim, action, proceeding or damages against the City, its agents, officers, or employees to attack, set aside, void, or annul the approval by the City of this project. Further, the applicant shall indemnify, hold harmless and defend the City Of West Covina (City), its agents, officers, and employees from any claim, action, proceeding or damages against the City, its agents, officers, or employees arising out of the action, inaction or negligence of the applicant, its employees, officers, agents, contractors, subcontractors, successors or assigns in planning, engineering, constructing or in any manner carrying out the project or any improvements required for the project. The indemnity shall be contained in a written document approved by the City Attorney. 7. The City Clerk shall certify as to the passage of this Resolution. Z:\Case Files\PP\2004\PP 04-09 Crestview Cadillac\City_Council\CC.Neg Dec Reso.doc Resolution No. Negative Declaration for PP 04-09 January 17, 2006 — Page 5 PASSED AND APPROVED on this 171h day of.January, 2006. ATTEST: Mayor City Clerk STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) CITY OF WEST COVINA ) I, Laurie Carrico, City Clerk of the City of West Covina, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly adopted by the City Council of the City of West Covina, California, at a regular meeting thereof held on the 171h day of January, 2006. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: DATE: August 17, 2006 APPROVED AS TO FORM: City Clerk City Attorney ZACase Files\PP\2004\PP 04-09 Crestview Cadillac\City_Councii\CC.Neg Dec Reso.doc ATTACHMENT 2 v RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PRECISE PLAN NO. 04-09 ON APPEAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION PRECISE PLAN NO.04-09 NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT APPLICANT: RHL Design Group, Inc. LOCATION: 2700 E. Garvey Avenue South (Crestview Cadillac) WHEREAS, there was filed with this Council a verified application on forms prescribed by the Council, a request for a precise plan requesting approval of a precise plan to increase the showroom floor area, add a multi -story vehicle storage structure and renovate the exterior of the existing dealership building on that certain property generally described as: Assessor's Parcel No. 8480-016-021, as listed in the records of the office of the Los Angeles County Assessor; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission, upon giving the required notice, did on the 19th day of January, 2006 conduct a duly advertised public hearing as prescribed by law; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission did adopt Resolution No. 05-5092 approving the application; and WHEREAS, on December 29, 2005, an appeal of the Planning Commission action was filed by Shelley Sanderson; and WHEREAS, the City Council did, on the 171h day of January, 2006, conduct a duly advertised public hearing as prescribed by law, and considered evidence presented by the Planning Commission, Planning Department, and other interested parties. WHEREAS, studies and investigations made by this Council and in its behalf reveal the following facts: 1. The project consists of a request for a precise plan to construct a 75,855-square foot, four-story parking garage and a 4,170-square foot addition to an existing auto dealership (Crestview Cadillac). The site is currently occupied by 34,494-square feet of building space consisting of the auto dealership office, car wash, and paint booth. The project is located in the "Medium Commercial" (C-2) Zone. 2. The project is consistent with the General Plan land use designation of "Service & Neighborhood Commercial" and the zoning classification of "Medium Commercial" (C- 2). 3. Approval of the requested precise plan will not be detrimental to adjacent properties as the design was developed with attention directed to the relationship of the project to surrounding land uses. 4. Appropriate findings for approval of a precise plan of design are as follows: a. That consideration has been given and restrictions imposed to the extent necessary to permit the same degree of enjoyment of the subject property, but subject to the same degree of protection of adjoining properties, as would be accorded in normal circumstances, by the standard restrictions imposed by the Municipal Code. ZACase Files\PP\2004\PP 04-09 Crestview Cadillac\City_Council\CC.PP Reso.doc Resolution No. Precise Plan No. 04-09 January 17, 2006 - Page 2 b. That strict adherence to the development standards of the applicable zone and the proposed precise plan will not measurably depreciate property values in the vicinity or interfere with the use or enjoyment of property in the vicinity or endanger the public peace, health, safety or general welfare. C. That the project is reviewed in terms of its architectural design, general exterior appearance, landscaping, color, texture of surface materials and exterior construction, shape and bulk and other physical characteristics including location and type of public utility facilities and is found to facilitate the orderly development of the precise plan area. 5. The initial study prepared for the project disclosed that the project will not have a significant impact on the environment. Mitigation measures have been incorporated into the project's design and as conditions of approval to reduce impacts on the environment to a less than significant level. A Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact has been prepared pursuant to the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) of 1970, as amended. NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of West Covina does resolve as follows: 1. On the basis of the evidence presented, both oral and documentary, the City Council makes the following findings: a. The project proposes the construction of a 4,170-square foot addition to an existing 34,494-square foot auto dealership office and showroom. The proposal will result in exterior modifications to the existing dealership building and removal of the detached modular office building. Also proposed is a request to construct a 75,855-square foot, four-story, 40-foot high parking structure. The applicant is proposing the parking garage to add employee parking and inventory parking. The showroom addition will provide more area to showcase vehicles away from outdoor elements. The parking garage and showroom addition meet or exceed all applicable Municipal Code requirements, including but not limited to, setbacks, parking spaces, landscaping, and building coverage. The project is consistent with the "Medium Commercial" (C-2) Zone. b. The project site consists of a sloped pad with frontage on Garvey Avenue South and the San Bernardino Freeway. The property is an irregular -shaped lot with a rectangular portion facing Garvey Avenue South tapering to a triangular rear yard facing the Walnut Creek Wash. The property is improved with an existing auto dealership building, two body shop buildings, two parts storage buildings, an office building, a service building, paint booth and the showroom and landscaping throughout the site. Therefore, the addition of a showroom area and parking garage will not depreciate property values, interfere with the use or enjoyment of property in the vicinity, or endanger the public peace, health, safety or general welfare, due to its location, and the general compatibility of the project with the retail uses in the surrounding area. C. The development is found to facilitate the orderly development of the precise plan area. The architectural, design of the showroom addition is proposed in a manner that will blend with the existing auto dealership building. The parking garage will be designed with two -foot .parapet walls to impede clear view of the vehicles within the garage. At least fifteen trees are proposed along the southern wall of the parking garage to screen the garage from the nearby residential across the Walnut Creek Wash. 2. That pursuant to all of the evidence presented, both oral and documentary, and further based on the findings above, Precise Plan No. 04-91 is approved subject to the provisions of the West Covina Municipal Code, provided that the physical development of the herein described property shall conform to said plan and the conditions set forth herein which, except as otherwise expressly indicated, shall be fully performed and completed or shall be ZACase Files\PP\2004\PP 04-09 Crestview Cadillac\City_Council\CC.PP Reso.doc Resolution No.' Precise Plan No. 04-09 January 17, 2006 - Page 3 secured by bank or cash deposit satisfactory to the Planning Director, before the use or occupancy of the property is commenced and before the Certificate of Occupancy is issued, and the violation of any of which shall be grounds for revocation of said precise plan by the Planning Commission or City Council. 3. That the precise plan shall not be effective for any purpose until the owner of the property involved (or a duly authorized representative) has filed at the office of the Planning Director, his affidavit stating he is aware of, and accepts, all conditions of this precise plan as set forth below. Additionally, no permits shall be issued until the owner of the property involved (or a duly authorized representative) pays all costs associated with the processing of this application pursuant to City Council Resolution No. 8690. 4. The costs and expenses of any enforcement activities, including, but not limited to attorneys' fees, caused by the applicant's violation of any condition imposed by this approval or any provision of the West Covina Municipal Code shall be paid by the applicant. 5. That the approval of the precise plan is subject to the following conditions: a. Comply with plans reviewed by the Planning Commission on December 19, 2005. b. Comply with color and material boards. d. Comply with all applicable sections of the West Covina Municipal Code. e. The operation of the facility shall comply with the West Covina Noise Ordinance. f. Comply with all requirements of the "Medium Commercial" (C-2) Zone. g. All construction shall comply with the provisions of the West Covina Municipal Code and the requirements of the Engineering and Building Departments. h. A parking lot lighting plan showing electrolier types and locations, average illumination levels, points of minimum illumination and photometric data in conformance with Planning Commission Resolution No. 2513 and as requested shall be submitted to and approved by the City Engineer. i. Building and parking lot lighting is required to be architecturally integrated with the building design. Standard security wall packs are not acceptable unless they are provided with hooding that is architecturally compatible with the building. j. Employee and customer parking spaces shall be clearly identified as such with signage, pavement stencils, or both. k. Loading or unloading of vehicles shall only occur within the auto dealership property. A minimum of 47 employee parking spaces shall be provided on the dealership lot at all times. M. Any proposed change to the approved site plan shall be reviewed by the Planning Department and the written authorization of the Planning Director shall be obtained prior to implementation. n. Prior to the issuance of grading permits, the applicant shall submit three copies of detailed landscaping and irrigation plans to the Planning Department for review and approval. Said plan shall include type, size, and quantity of landscaping materials, as well as, a fully automatic comprehensive watering system in compliance with the City's water efficient landscape requirements. Landscaping areas are to be kept free of litter and diseased or dead plants. Diseased, dead, damaged and/or disfigured plants shall be replaced as deemed necessary by the Planning Director. All installation of landscaping and irrigation shall be Z:\Case Files\PP\2004\PP 04-09 Crestview Cadillac\City_Council\CC.PP Reso.doc Resolution No. Precise Plan No. 04-09 January 17, 2006 - Page 4 completed prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy or final Building and Engineering Division clearance. o. Trees that will grow to a larger size at maturity shall be planted along the southern wall of the parking garage to block the view of the wall to the residential homes to the south. The trees shall be placed approximately 15 feet apart and shall be a minimum of 15 gallon in size. p. All ground -mounted, wall -mounted and/or roof -mounted equipment not shown on the approved Study Plan and exhibits, shall be screened from all views, in a manner that is architecturally compatible with the main building. Plans and elevations indicating the type of equipment and method of concealment shall be submitted to the Planning Director for review and approval prior to the issuance of building permits. q. All utilities shall be installed underground. r. The location of new electrical transformers and other mechanical equipment, if not indicated on the approved Study Plan, must be approved by the Planning Director prior to the issuance of building permits. S. Gutters and downspouts shall not project from the vertical surface of the building pursuant to Section 26-568 (a) (3). t. Building and parking lot lighting is required to be architecturally integrated with the building design. Standard security wall packs are not acceptable unless they are provided with hooding that is architecturally compatible with the building. U. Pole mounted parking lot lighting shall be accurately indicated on the grading plan and shall be located within landscaped or hardscaped area. Pole locations shall be accurately staked prior to installation by the Civil Engineer that prepared the grading plan. V. The approved use shall not create a public nuisance as defined under Section 15- 200, of the West Covina Municipal Code. W. All antenna and antenna support structures shall be placed and installed in a manner which screens at least 75 percent of the antenna when viewed from ground level from any adjacent public right-of-way or residentially zoned properties. Such screening may include landscaping, fencing, or walls, which have been integrated with the design of the building. X. No exterior public address or amplification devices shall be installed or utilized at the site. y. The security alarm system shall be upgraded to reduce the noise impacts to neighboring properties. Z. Final design plans for areas receiving special paving treatments shall be submitted to the Planning Department for review and approval prior to the issuance of building permits. aa. Fencing utilized throughout the site shall be compatible with the building architecture and shall be reviewed and approved by the Planning Department for architectural compatibility and location prior to issuance of building permits. bb. All outdoor trash areas shall be screened on all sides from public view by a minimum 5'6" high decorative block wall with a gate constructed of durable materials and an architectural cover. Trash enclosures visible from the parking area are required to have a trellis cover. The trash compactor areas as indicated on the approved plans are not required to be covered by a trellis any relocation of Z:\Case Files\PP\2004\PP 04-09 Crestview Cadillac\City_Council\CC.PP Reso.doc Resolution No. Precise Plan No. 04-09 January 17, 2006 - Page 5 these enclosures may require trellis covers. Provide construction details prior to issuance of a building permit. cc. . That any proposed change to the approved site plan, floor plan or elevations be reviewed by the Planning, Building, Fire and Police Departments and the Redevelopment Agency and that the written authorization of the Planning Director shall be obtained prior to implementation. dd. All new gutters and downspouts shall not project from the vertical surface of the building pursuant to Section 26-568 (a) (3). ee. Comply with all requirements of the "Art in Public Places" ordinance, prior to the issuance of building permits. ff. The applicant shall indemnify, hold harmless and defend the City Of West Covina (City), its agents, officers, and employees from any claim, action, proceeding or damages against the City, its agents, officers, or employees to attack, set aside, void, or annul the approval by the City of this Tract Map. Further, the applicant shall indemnify, hold harmless and defend the City Of West Covina (City), its agents, officers, and employees from any claim, action, proceeding or damages against the City, its agents, officers, or employees arising out of the action, inaction or negligence of the applicant, its employees, officers, agents, contractors, subcontractors, successors or assigns in planning, engineering, constructing or in any manner carrying out the Tract Map or any improvements required for the Tract Map. The indemnity shall be contained in a written document approved by the City Attorney. gg. The applicant shall meet any and all monitoring or reporting requirements necessary to ensure compliance with the mitigation measures contained in the Mitigated Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact as those may be determined by the City, including, but not limited to, entering into an agreement to perform and/or for monitoring and reporting during project construction and implementation. The applicant further agrees it will cease construction of the project immediately upon written notice of a violation of such requirement and that such a provision may be part of any agreement of City and applicant. hh. Comply with the mitigation measures as outlined in the Mitigated Negative Declaration of the Environmental Impact dated November 15, 2005, and as follows: 1. All grading and construction shall comply with the provisions of the West Covina Municipal Code and the requirements of the Engineering and Building Departments. 2. All conclusions and recommendations of the required Geotechnical Report shall be completed as part of the project review and construction. 3. Vigorous wetting procedures or other dust palliative measures shall be maintained during earth moving operations to minimize fugitive dust emissions in compliance with applicable codes and ordinances pertaining to dust suppression requirements (including SCAQMD RULE 403). 4. During construction, water trucks or sprinkler systems shall be used to keep all areas of vehicle movement damp enough to prevent dust from leaving the site. At a minimum this would include wetting down such areas in the later morning and after work is completed for the day and whenever wind exceeds 15 miles per hour. 5. Roadways shall be swept periodically as determined by the City Engineer and/or Maintenance Services Superintendent or otherwise cleared of any spilled materials to assist in minimizing fugitive dust. ZACase Files\PP\2004\PP 04-09 Crestview Cadillac\City_Council\CC.PP Reso.doc Resolution No. Precise Plan No. 04-09 January 17, 2006 - Page 6 6. Trucks importing or exporting earthen materials shall be covered or sprinkled with water prior to entering public streets. 7. Heavy-duty construction equipment shall be kept on -site when not in operations to minimize exhaust emissions associated with vehicles repetitiously traveling to and from the project site. 8. The number of pieces of equipment operating simultaneously should be minimized through efficient management practices. 9. Construction equipment shall be maintained in proper tune to reduce exhaust emissions. 10. Diesel -powered equipment such as booster pumps or generators should be replaced by electric equipment, if feasible. 11. During Santa Ana wind conditions with wind speeds exceeding 15 mph, soil disturbance areas shall be watered hourly or active operations on unpaved surfaces shall, be terminated until the wind speeds no longer exceed 15 mph. 12. Graded surfaces shall be vegetated as soon as feasibly possible after the completion of grading within the construction area. 13. Landscaping shall be installed on all graded surfaces proposed for landscaping as soon as feasibly possible after the completion ofgrading operations. 14. During grading and construction, delivery of materials and equipment, outdoor operations of equipment, and construction activity shall be limited to the hours between 7:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. 15. All construction equipment, stationary or mobile, shall be equipped with properly operating and maintained mufflers. 16. All construction equipment shall be stored on the project site during the construction phase to eliminate daily heavy-duty truck trips on vicinity roadways. 17. The operation of the facility shall comply with the West Covina Noise Ordinance. 18. Landscaping plans shall be submitted to the Planning Department. The landscaping plan shall conform with the approved site plan. Additionally, all areas not requiring paving shall be landscaped. 19. All project landscaping shall be installed prior to occupancy. 20. A lighting plan check shall be conducted to ensure that light does not "spill over" onto adjoining property. All exterior lighting shall be hooded and directed so as to reflect away from adjoining properties. 21. The proposed car wash is required to follow the Standard Urban Stormwater Mitigation Plan (SUSMP) to incorporate any best management practices to prevent pollution, trash, litter etc. from entering any storm drain, channel or waterway. This plan must be approved prior to the public hearing and will become one of the Conditions of Approval per the Building Division. Z:\Case Files\PP\2004\PP 04-09 Crestview Cadillac\City_Council\CC.PP Reso.doc Resolution No. Precise Plan No. 04-09 January 17, 2006 - Page 7 ii. Building Division Requirements: 1. All Conditions of Approval as approved by the Planning Commission shall appear as notes on the plans submitted for building plan check and permits. 2. Compliance with the State of California Accessibility regulations is required, including: a) Passenger loading zone shall have a 60" by 240" minimum access and unloading aisle alongside and parallel to the loading zone, service drop off. b) Accessible path of travel to entrances from the public sidewalk. Clearly show connection to public sidewalk. c) All sidewalks and curb within any pedestrian path of travel shall be made accessible by use of curb ramps. Clearly show all wheelchair path of travel. d) All employee areas shall be accessible including behind counters and attendants. e) Drinking fountains (high/low) are required to be accessible. f) All public telephones shall be accessible. At least one and 25% shall be equipped for hearing impaired, volume control. At least one telephone shall comply with CBC 1117B.2.9.2 for text telephones where there are at least 4 phones on the site. g) Aisles and seating shall be accessible. 44" min. h) Accessible parking for employees, both covered and uncovered with a clear path of travel. 3. Fire sprinklers are required for any building over 10,000 sf. 4. The area appears to me in an area mapped by the California Division of Mines and Geology as having potential for seismic induced liquefaction. A soils and geology report is required to address the potential for and mitigation measures of any seismic induced liquefaction. 5. Dead end corridor may not exceed 20' in length. Provide min. 44" exit width. 6. Illuminated exits and exit signs are required to have a second source of power supply for back-up emergency lighting. UBC 1012, 1013. 7. Install curb, sidewalk or planter in place of wheel stops. If a planter is used, landscaping shall be low groundcover or turf and shall not exceed the height of the six-inch curb, for employee or guest parking (not inventory.) 8. Parking structure may require deep footings or obtain approval of LA CO flood control. 9. All new on -site utility service lines shall be placed underground. jj. Fire Department Requirements: 1. This development shall conform with California Code of Regulations Titles 19 and 24, West Covina Municipal Codes and approved standards of installation. 2. New and existing buildings, where connected, shall be provided with fire sprinkler systems. 3. Fire alarm systems shall be installed as required by the Fire and Building Code. 4. Placement of the construction barrier shall be provided with a minimum of 2 entry gates for the Fire Department. ZACase Files\PP\2004\PP 04-09 Crestview Cadillac\City_Council\CC.PP Reso.doc Resolution No. Precise Plan No. 04-09 January 17, 2006 - Page 8 5. Fire Department fees shall be reviewed, approved and paid at Fire Administration (if there is a balance) before construction final or issuance of temporary occupancy. - Plan review - Expedite plan review or inspections. - Fire protection inspections in excess of 2 inspections. - All construction inspections. - Non-compliance fees. - Additional accumulated fees related to the above items. 6. Acceptable methods of alternative protection shall be submitted in writing to the Building and Fire Department and approved before plan approval. 7. The "Conditions of Approval" as required by the Fire Department shall appear on the cover page of the plan submittal for initial review. 8. An updated hazardous materials inventory and management plan for the storage and/or use of flammable, combustible, or hazardous materials shall be included as part of the initial plan review process. 9. Fire lanes shall be painted, or posted, before construction final. Information showing location of all fire lanes must be on the initial drawing submittal to the Building and Safety Department for evaluation. 10. An approved number or address shall be provided in a position that will be plainly visible from the street, or road fronting the property. Numbers are required to be a minimum of 6 inches in height. 11. This project requires the installation of lock boxes. Locations shall be identified by the Fire Dept. and boxes shall be installed, with keys, before construction final. 12. If gated access is desired to any part of this property, the gated access is required to have a card reader installed which will open the gate automatically, for emergency personnel, with a master card. 13. New on -site fire hydrants are required for this project. Existing hydrant locations within 300 feet of this project were not shown on this informational package. The water supply system shall be designed and installed, capable of providing the minimum fire flow as required by the Fire Code, and verified. by a letter from the Water Department. On -site fire hydrants shall be installed as required prior to the delivery of construction materials to the job site. Plans for the on -site water system shall be submitted and approved by the Fire Department before work begins. The system shall be reviewed, approved and operational before construction materials are delivered to the site. 14. Fire Department access and turn around compliance has not been shown on this informational package. A site plan that shows fire apparatus access roads with an unobstructed width of not less than 20 feet and a vertical clearance of 13'-6". Cul=de-sac and turn radiuses shall be a minimum of 35' (on -center). Approved provisions for the turning radius of fire apparatus shall also be provided when a dead-end access roadway (if applicable) is in excess of 150' in length. An all-weather surface shall be provided before construction materials are delivered to the site. 15. A permit to use the building for the purpose of servicing motor vehicles is required from the Fire Department. All vehicle fuel types must be identified on the plan submittal. This information was missing from the information package submitted through the Planning Department.. A statement identifying the fuel types of vehicles to be serviced must be shown on the drawings submitted to the Building and Safety Department Z:\Case Files\PP\2004\PP 04-09 Crestview Cadillac\City_Council\CC.PP Reso.doc • • t Resolution No. Precise Plan No. 04-09 January 17, 2006 - Page 9 for evaluation. If CNG, LNG or hydrogen vehicles will be serviced, additional requirements apply. In addition, service CNG, LNG or hydrogen alternate fuel vehicles requires mechanical ventilation that will exhaust a minimum of 1 cubic per minute per square foot of garage space. Exhaust inlet openings shall be located within 6 inches of the floor. Exhaust duct openings shall be located to effectively remove vapor accumulations from all parts of the area. System must be independent of the heating and air conditioning systems and must operate continuously. 16. Floors must drain to an approved oil separator or trap discharging to sewers in accordance with the Plumbing code. If an alternate method is considered, an evaluation will be required for spill control in accordance with UBC and UFC requirements. 17. Portable fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of 3A30 BC shall be provided within 50 feet of all portions of the building in the service garage area and 75 feet in all other areas. The locations, and classifications, must be provided on the initial drawing submitted to the Building and Safety Department for evaluation. 18. Rooms, buildings, or areas used for storage, dispensing, use, mixing, or handling of flammable and combustible liquids shall be provided with spill control and secondary containment. Information showing locations of any above ground tank locations were not shown on this informational submittal. This information must be provided with the initial drawings submitted to the Building and Safety Department for evaluation. 19. Floors in the service garage must be coated with a non -absorbent material. 20. If any area may accumulate flammable vapors in basements or pits, the basement or pit must have ventilation designed to prevent accumulation of those vapors. CFC, Section 2902.5. 21. Alterations, or demo, to the area must comply with CFC, Article 87 and CBC, Chapter 33. A copy of the asbestos testing report must be submitted with initial submittal to the Building and Safety Dept. If abatement is required by SCAQMD, an additional permit from the fire Department is required. 22. Gated access to the property is required to have a card reader installed which will open the gate automatically, for emergency personnel, with a master card. kk. Engineering Division Requirements: 1. Comply with all conditions contained in Planning Commission Resolution No. 567. 2. The required street improvements shall include that portion of Garvey Avenue contiguous to the subject property. 3. Adequate provision shall be made for acceptance and disposal of surface drainage entering the property from adjacent areas. 4. Parking lot and driveway improvements on private property for this use shall comply with Planning Commission Resolution No. 2513 and be constructed to the City of West Covina Standards. 5. Water service facilities shall be constructed to at least meet the requirements for fire flow established by the City's Fire Department and the requirements of the subsequent water purveyor/owner of the facilities. ZACase Files\PP\2004\PP 04-09 Crestview Cadillac\City_Council\CC.PP Reso.doc Resolution No. • • Precise Plan No. 04-09 January 17, 2006 - Page 10 6. Prior to issuance of Building Permit, all of the following requirements shall be satisfied: a. A final grading and drainage plan showing existing and proposed elevations and drainage structures (and showing existing and proposed on -site and off -site improvements) shall be submitted to and approved by the Planning Department and Engineering Division. b. Arrangements for the installation of streetlights with underground wiring shall be made with Southern California Edison Company. At the time of installation, the applicant shall provide the necessary trenching and backfill. Submit two sets of the subdivision and/or development plans to the Engineering Division, Traffic and Lighting Section, to be used for designing the street lighting system. c. A parking lot lighting plan showing electrolier types and locations, average illumination levels, points of minimum illumination and photometric data in conformance with Planning Commission Resolution No. 2513 and as requested shall be submitted to and approved by the City Engineer. d. An itemized cost estimate for all on -site, and off -site improvements to be constructed (except buildings) shall a submitted to the Engineering Division for approval. Based upon the approved cost estimates, required fees shall be paid and improvement securities for all on -site and off -site improvements (except buildings) and 100% labor/material securities for all off -site improvements, shall be posted prior to final approval of the plans. 7. Comply with all regulations of the Los Angeles Regional Water Quality Control Board and Article II of Chapter 9 of the West Covina Municipal Code concerning Stormwater/Urban Run-off Pollution control. 8. Provide a Soils Report and submit construction site grading plan. Show sewer connections. Pay all Engineering plan check, inspection and permit fees. 6. The City Clerk shall certify as to the passage of this Resolution. ZACase Files\PP\2004\PP 04-09 Crestview Cadillac\City_Council\CC.PP Reso.doc 0 Resolution No. Precise Plan No. 04-09 January 17, 2006 - Page 11 PASSED AND APPROVED on this 171h day January, 2006. ATTEST: Mayor City Clerk STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) CITY OF WEST COVINA ) I, Laurie Carrico, City Clerk of the City of West Covina, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly adopted by the City Council of the City of West Covina, California, at a regular meeting thereof held on the 17th day of January, 2006. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: DATE: January 17, 2006 EXPIRATION DATE: January 17, 2007 if not used. APPROVED AS TO FORM: City Clerk City Attorney ZACase Files\PP\2004\PP 04-09 Crestview Cadillac\City_Council\CC.PP Reso.doc i • ATTACHMENT 3 PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT PRECISE PLAN NO.04-09 NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT APPLICANT: RHL Design Group, Inc. LOCATION: 2700 E. Garvey Avenue South (Crestview Cadillac) I. DESCRIPTION OF APPLICATION AGENDA ITEM NO. C-5 DATE: December 13, 2005 The project consists of a request for a precise plan to construct a 75,855-square foot, four- story parking garage and a 4,170-square foot addition to an existing auto dealership (Crestview Cadillac). The site is currently occupied by 34,494-square feet of building space consisting of the auto dealership. The proposal will result in exterior modifications to the existing dealership building. The project is located in the "Medium Commercial" (C-2) Zone. Note: As of the time this report was prepared, the applicant had not submitted a Geotechnical Study as required by the Public Works Department to determine seismic hazards in regards to liquefaction. As a result, the item may need to be continued to the Planning Commission meeting of January 10, 2006. Staff will report the final disposition of this matter to the Commission at the hearing. II. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends that the Planning Commission adopt resolutions approving Precise Plan No. 04-09, and certifying the Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact. III. ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION The initial study prepared for the project disclosed that the project will not have a significant impact on the environment. Mitigation measures have been incorporated into the project's design and as conditions of approval to reduce impacts on the environment to a less than significant level. A Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact has been prepared pursuant to the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) of 1970, as amended. Air Quality Study According to the Air Quality Study by Environmental Science Associates, the construction and operation emissions are below significant thresholds. The proposed construction activities would occur independently of the automobile dealership operational activities. For this reason, the project would not contribute substantially to regional or local air pollution problems in the area. The project will require grading and construction, which creates the potential for the generation of fugitive dusts (particulates), which may impact the surrounding properties. Mitigation measures are required to include wetting down soils, chemical stabilization of unattended construction areas, planting vegetative ground cover as soon as possible on construction sites, and physically covering all trucks hauling dirt, sand, or other loose materials to and from the site. ZACase Files\PP\2004\PP 04-09 Crestview Cadillac\Staff Report.doc • • 1 Precise Plan No. 04-09 Crestview Cadillac 2700 E. Garvey Avenue South December 13, 2005 - Page 2 Geotechnical Study The subject property is located in an area that has the potential for seismic induced liquefaction, as indicated on maps produced by the California Division of Mines and Geology. Because it is in an area that is subject to'liquefaction in the case of an earthquake, a geotechnical report is required to determine the type of construction and grading required to allow the building to withstand seismic events. V. HISTORY An automobile dealership was approved in 1965 per Precise Plan No. 452. Modifications to the original dealership were approved in 1995 to allow the expansion of the showroom and service structures. VI. SUMMARY OF DATA STANDARD EXISITNG PROPOSED TOTAL DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS Lot Size 174,200 sq. ft. N/A N/A 3.99 acres Existing 34,494 sq. ft. 4,170 sq. ft. 38,664 sq. ft. Dealership Building New Parking N/A 75,855 sq. ft. 75,855 sq. ft. Garage Subject Property's Zoning and Land. Use: - "Medium Commercial" (C-2), Auto Dealership and parking area Surrounding Zoning and Land Use: North: San Bernardino (10) Freeway; "Regional Commercial (R-C); Restaurants and freeway South: "Single -Family Residential (R-1); single-family homes East: "Service Commercial" (S-C), "Regional Commercial (R-C); motel, offices and retail stores West: "Neighborhood Commercial" (N-C); Shurgard Storage and shopping center Notices of Public Hearing have been mailed to 394 owners and occupants of properties located within 300 feet of the subject site. VII. PROJECT DESCRIPTION AND ANALYSIS The project consists of a precise plan to construct a four-story parking garage at the rear of the property and renovate the existing auto dealership building. The exterior of the existing dealership building will be renovated to meet the prototype Cadillac design. Z:\Case Files\PP\2004\PP 04-09 Crestview Cadillac\Staff Report.doc Precise Plan No. 04-09 Crestview Cadillac 2700 E. Garvey Avenue South December 13, 2005 - Page 3 The site is located on the southerly side of Garvey Avenue South, between Citrus Avenue and Barranca Street. The subject property is irregular in shape with a rectangular portion facing Garvey Avenue, tapering to a triangular rear yard adjacent to the Walnut Creek Wash. The property is improved with an existing auto dealership building. The property to the east is occupied by Courtyard Inn & Suites, while the property to the west is occupied by Shurgard Storage facility. The property to the south is the Walnut Creek Wash and single- family residential properties, and the site is bordered on the north by Garvey Avenue South and the San Bernardino Freeway. Surrounding land uses include offices, hotels, a storage facility, and residential development south of the Walnut Creek Wash. Showroom Site Design & Architecture The existing showroom exterior will be renovated and the floor area will be expanded. The existing showroom is approximately 20 feet from the front property line (Garvey Avenue). There are eight buildings on site including, two body shop buildings; two parts storage buildings; an office building; a service building; paint booth and the showroom. The showroom is the only building to be expanded. The existing modular office building will be removed and a permanent office building built in its place. The architecture of the buildings will be consistent with the Cadillac prototype design. The existing showroom 'building will be renovated and expanded. The front entry door will have a sloped glass canopy with stainless steel supports. The exterior walls will be a limestone material with a buff color. Cornices will be added to the existing building to match the stone color. Along the front elevation, the storefront will have a flat glass canopy with stainless steel cantilever supports. Exterior elevations include articulation that will break-up the length of the building and also include varying heights to add interest to the architecture. The walls will have heights from 18 feet to 35 feet. The building elevations will be completely remodeled to be consistent with the Cadillac prototype. Currently,' display vehicles are parked outside of the dealership building. A larger showroom area will allow for display vehicles to be situated away from sun glare, rain and other outdoor elements. The existing modular office, which is located east of the showroom, will be removed and a permanent office space will be constructed in the same location. The office will be located along the front elevation and have the same color and architectural features as the showroom. An existing water easement is located within the area of the proposed parking garage. It has been noted on the plans that the water line easement will be abandoned. The parking garage will have four floors. Most parking will be used for inventory with some spaces available for employee parking. No handicapped parking will be available in the garage. The handicapped parking spaces are proposed along the showroom entry parking area. The garage will have 211 parking spaces. Proposed Parking Structure The parking structure will be located along the southeastern portion of the property along the Walnut Creek Wash boundary. The structure will be 40 feet in height and consist of 75,855 square feet of parking area. The parking structure is composed of concrete split face block with concrete banding. .Each level will have a two -foot perimeter wall to provide screening of vehicle lighting onto nearby properties. The southerly portion of the parking garage will be completely screened with no openings, providing a sound barrier from engine noise. The southerly wall, facing residential, will also be designed with concrete banding, which provides an alternative texture. This will help soften the mass of the parking structure, which has a wall height of 35 feet. Light spillover and glare will be minimized by requiring lights to be shielded and designed to prevent the light from shining directly onto surrounding property, per the requirements of the West Covina Municipal Code. A lighting plan check will be required to ensure that new lighting will not "spill over" onto adjacent properties. Z:\Case Files\PP\2004\PP 04-09 Crestview Cadillac\Staff Report.doc r Precise Plan No. 04-09 Crestview Cadillac 2700 E. Garvey Avenue South December 13, 2005 - Page 4 The parking structure is proposed with a setback of 10 feet to the rear property line. The rear property is adjacent to the Walnut Creek Wash, which is 64 feet in width. Residential properties are located adjacent to the wash to the south. Therefore, the proposed parking structure is within 74 feet of residential properties. Generally, automobile dealerships in the City of West Covina are adjacent to residential properties. Historically, dealerships have used public address systems to communicate with employees on the property. This has led to noise issues in adjacent residential areas. For that reason, the more recent automobile dealership approvals have included a condition restricting the use of an exterior public address or amplification devices. Current technology allows for the use of beepers or cell phones to communicate without creating noise factors on neighboring properties. Clippinger Chevrolet, Penske Mercedes, and the proposed Nissan dealer at 205 N. Citrus Avenue have been approved with restrictions on the use of a public address system. A condition restricting the use of a public address system is included in the resolution. Landscaping is proposed along the four-story garage to be constructed. The proposal includes a row of trees along the southerly side of the parking garage to screen the view of the wall to the residential homes within the area. The south wall of the garage will have a banding design to breakup the mass of the wall as well as be closed completely to block any vehicle lighting onto the residential. area to the south. Conditions have been included requiring a species of tree that will grow to a larger size and to ensure that lighting spillover will be minimized on the residential properties. Parking The applicant is proposing 7,650 square feet of vehicle display area and 2,480 square feet of showroom. The chart below indicates the required parking for the auto dealership. Area Standard Required Parkin Display Area 7,650 s.f. 1 space for every 1,000 s.f. 8 spaces Showroom 2,480 s.f. 1 space for every 1,000 s.f. 3 spaces Service Bays 49 service bays I 1 space for every bay 49 spaces 60 customer and service parking spaces required. Office 9,464 s.f. 1 space for every 300 s.f. 32 spaces Service Bay Employees 30 service bays 0.5 spaces for every employee 15 spaces 47 employee parking spaces required. 107 total parking spaces required. Therefore the code requires 60 customer and service parking spaces and 47 employee spaces. The proposed plans indicate 15 customer parking spaces, 69 service parking spaces and 62 employee spaces. Conclusion The applicant is requesting a precise plan to increase the showroom floor area, add a multi -story vehicle storage structure and renovate the exterior of the existing dealership building. The renovation of the dealership will also include interior changes and the renovation of utilities and the alarm system. Z:\Case Files\PP\2004\PP 04-09 Crestview Cadillac\Staff Report.doc Precise Plan No. 04-09 Crestview Cadillac 2700 E. Garvey Avenue South December 13, 2005 - Page 5 The proposed precise plan will allow the architecture of the dealership to be modernized to Cadillac standards. The subject property is adjacent to commercial properties on the east and west. However, residential properties are adjacent to the dealership to the south. For that reason, staff has included conditions requiring trees to be planted along the rear property line and restricting the use of a public address system. The applicant has designed the parking structure with a solid wall along the' southerly elevation which will reduce light and noise intrusion into the residential area. VIII. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Staff - recommends that the Planning Commission adopt resolutions approving Precise Plan No. 04-09 and certifying the Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact. PREPARED BY: W/Z � Sy Hernandez P anning Assistant REVIEWED AND APPROVED: Douglas/ . Masan Planni Director Attachment 1: Negative Declaration Resolution Attachment 2: Precise Plan No. 04-09 Resolution Attachment 3: Initial Study Z:\Case Files\PP\2004\PP 04-09 Crestview Cadillac\Staff Report.doc • • ATTACHMENT 4 CEQA INITIAL STUDY FORM 1. Project Title: Precise Plan No. 04-09 2. Lead Agency Name and Address: City of West Covina P.O. Box 1440 1444 W. Garvey Ave. South West Covina, CA 91793 3. Contact Person and Phone Number: Sylvia Hernandez (626) 939-8422 4. Project Location: 2700 E. Garvey Avenue South. The property is located south of the 10 Freeway west of Barranca Avenue and east of Citrus Street, in the City of West Covina, Los Angeles County. (Los Angeles County Assessor's 8480-016-021) 5. Project Sponsor's Name and Address: RHL Design Group, Inc. Anthony Le 2401 E. Katella Avenue, Suite 400 Anaheim, CA 92806 6. 7. 8. General Plan Designation: Zoning: "Commercial General" "C-2" (Commercial General) Specific Plan/Redevelopment Plan Designation: The site is not located within a Specific Plan. The site is located within a Redevelopment Area. 9. Description of Project: (Describe the whole action involved, including but not limited to later phases of the project, and any secondary, support, or off -site features necessary for its implementation. Attach additional sheets if necessary). The project consists of a request for a precise plan to construct a 75,855-square foot, four- story parking garage and a 4,170-square foot addition to an existing auto dealership (Crestview Cadillac). The site is currently occupied by 34,494-square feet of building space consisting of the auto dealership office, car wash, and paint booth. The project is located in the "Commercial General" (C-2) Zone. 10. Surrounding Land Use and Setting: (Briefly describe the project's surroundings.) The site is located on the southerly side of East Garvey Avenue South, between Citrus Avenue and Barranca Street. The subject property is odd shaped with a rectangular portion facing Garvey Avenue tapering to a triangular rear yard facing the Walnut Creek Wash. The property is improved with an existing auto dealership building. The property to the east isoccupied by Courtyard Inn & Suites while the property to the west is occupied by Shurgard Storage facility. The property to the south is the Walnut Creek Wash and the site is bordered on the north by East Garvey Avenue South and the San Bernardino Freeway. Surrounding land uses include offices, hotels, a storage facility and residential development south of the Walnut Creek Wash. (Los Angeles County Assessor's No. 8480-016-021.) 11. Other public agencies whose approval is or may be required (e.g. permits, financing approval, or participation agreement): City Of West Covina Redevelopment Agency City Of West Covina Public Works Department 12. Sources consulted in preparing Initial Study. City of West Covina General Plan. City of West Covina Municipal Code. City of West Covina Redevelopment Plan. Air Quality Study, Environmental Science Associates, August 23, 2005 ZACase Fi1es\PP\2004\PP 04-09 Crestview Cadillac\INITIAL STUDY.doc Initial Study Precise Plan 04-09 Crestview Cadillac November 15, 2005 — Page 2 ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS POTENTIALLY AFFECTED Environmental factors checked below would be potentially affected by this project, involving at least one impact that is a "Potentially Significant Impact" as indicated by the checklist on the following pages. 1. Land Use and Planning Biological Resources 13. Aesthetics 2. Population and Housing Energy and Mineral Resources 14. Cultural Resources 3. Geological, Problems Hazards 15. Recreation 4. Water Noise 16. Mandatory Findings of Significance 5. Air Quality Public Services 6. Transportation/Circulation Utilities and Service System Determination (To be completed by the Lead Agency). On the basis of this initial evaluation: I find that the proposed project COULD NOT have a significant effect on the environment, and a NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared. I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment, there will not be a significant effect in this case because the mitigation measures described on an attached sheet have been added to the project. A NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared. I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect on the environment, and an ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required. El but find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect(s) on the environment, but at least one effect 1) has been adequately analyzed in an earlier document pursuant to applicable legal standards, and 2) has been addressed by mitigation measures based on the earlier analysis as described on attached sheets, if the effect is a `potentially significant impact" or `potentially significant unless mitigated." An ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required, but it must analyze only the effects that remain to be addressed. ❑ I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environments, there WILL NOT be a significant effect in this case because all potentially significant effects (a) have been adequately addressed in an earlier EIR pursuant to applicable standards and (b) have been avoided or mitigated pursuant to that earlier EIR, including revisions to the project design or mitigation measures that are imposed upon the proposed project. Signature Sylvia Hernandez Printed Name November 15, 2005 Date Planning Assistant City of West Covina ZACase FilesTM2004TP 04-09 Crestview Cadi11ac\94rr1AL STUDY.doc • Initial Study Precise Plan 04-09 Crestview Cadillac November 15, 2005 — Page 3 Instructions for the Evaluation of Environmental Impacts 1. A brief explanation is required for all answers except "No Impact" answers that are adequately supported by the information sources a lead agency cites in the parentheses following each question. A "No Impact" answer is adequately supported if the referenced information sources show that the impact simply does not apply to projects like the one involved (e.g. the project falls outside a fault rupture zone). A "No Impact" answer should be explained where it is based on project -specific factors as well as general standards (e.g. the project will not expose sensitive receptors to pollutants, based on a project -specific screening analysis). 2. All answers must take account of the whole action involved, including off -site as well as on - site, cumulative as well as project level, indirect as well as direct, and construction as well as operational impacts. 3. "Potentially Significant Impact' is appropriate if there is substantial evidence that an effect is significant. If there are one or more `Potentially Significant Impact' entries when the determination is made, an EIR is required. 4. "Potentially Significant Unless Mitigation Incorporated" applies where the incorporation of mitigation measures has reduced an effect from "Potentially Significant Impact' to a "Less than Significant Impact." The lead agency must describe the mitigation measures, and briefly explain how they reduce the effect to a less than significant level (mitigation measures from section 17, "earlier analyses," may be cross-ieferenced). 5. Earlier analyses may be used where, pursuant to the tiering, program EIR, or other CEQA process, as effect has been adequately analyzed in an earlier EIR or negative declaration. Section 15063(c)(3)(D). Earlier analyses are discussed in Section 17 at the end of the checklist.. Z:\Case Fi1es\PP\2004\PP 04-09 Crestview CadillacTirML STUDY.doc Initial Study Precise Plan 04-09 Crestview Cadillac November 15, 2005 — Page 4 CEQA INITIAL STUDY CHECKLIST Yes Potential WOULD THE PROPOSAL RESULT IN THE No Potential Unless Less Than FOLLOWING ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS: Impact Significant Mitigation Significant impact Inc. Impact 1. LAND USE AND PLANNING: A. Conflict with the general plan designation or X zoning? B. Conflict with applicable environmental plans or X policies adopted by agencies with jurisdiction over the project? C. Be incompatible with existing land use in the X vicinity? D. Affect agricultural resources or operations (e.g. X impacts to soils or farmlands, or impacts from the incompatible land uses)? E. Disrupt or divide the physical arrangement of an X established community (including a low-income or minority community)? 2. POPULATION AND HOUSING: A. Cumulatively exceed official regional or local X population projections? B. Induce substantial growth in an area either X directly or indirectly (e.g. through projects in an undeveloped area or extension of major infrastructure)? C. Displace existing housing, especially affordable X housing? 3. GEOLOGICAL PROBLEMS: A. Fault Rupture? X B. Seismic ground shaking? X C. Seismic ground failure, including liquefaction? X D. Seiche, tsunami, or volcanic hazard? X E. Landslides or mudflows? X F. Erosion, changes in topography or unstable soil X conditions from excavation, grading, or fill? ZACase Files\PP\2004\PP 04-09 Crestview Cadillac\INMAL STUDY.doc Initial Study Precise Plan 04-09 Crestview Cadillac November 15, 2005 — Page 5 Yes Potential WOULD THE PROPOSAL RESULT IN THE No Potential Unless Less Than FOLLOWING ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS: Impact Significant Mitigation . Significant Impact Inc. Impact G. Expansive soils? X H. Subsidence of the land? X I. Unique geologic or physical features? X 4. WATER: A. Changes in absorption rates, drainage patterns, or X the rate and amount or surface runoff? B. Exposure of people or property to water related X hazards such as flooding? C. Discharge into surface water or other alteration of X surface water quality (e.g. temperature, dissolved oxygen or turbidity)? D. Changes in the amount of surface water in any X water body? E. Changes in currents, or the course or direction of X water movements? F. Change in the quantity of ground waters, either X through direct additions or withdrawals, or through interception of an aquifer by cuts or excavations or through substantial loss of groundwater recharge or capability? G. Altered direction or rate of flow of groundwater? X H. Impacts to groundwater quality? X I. Substantial reduction in the amount of X groundwater otherwise available for public water supplies? 5. AIR QUALITY: A. Violate any air quality standard or contribute to X an existing or projected air quality violation? B. Expose sensitive receptors to pollutants? X C. Alter air movement, moisture, or temperature, or X cause any change in climate? D. Create objectionable odors.? X ZACase Files\PP\2004\PP 04-09 Crestview Cadillac\IN1TIAL STUDY.doc Initial Study Precise Plan 04-09 Crestview Cadillac November 15, 2005 — Page 6 Yes Potential WOULD THE PROPOSAL RESULT IN THE No Potential Unless Less Than FOLLOWING ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS: Impact Significant Mitigation Significant Impact Inc. Impact 6. TRANSPORTATION/CIRCULATION: A. Increased vehicle trips or traffic congestion? X B. Hazards to safety from design features (e.g. sharp X curves or dangerous intersections) or incompatible uses (e.g: farm equipment)? C. Inadequate emergency access or access to nearby X uses? D. Insufficient parking capacity on -site or off site? X . 7. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES: A. Endangered, threatened or rare species or their X habitats (including but not limited to plants, fish, insects, animals, and birds)? B. Locally designated species (e.g. heritage trees)? X C. Locally designated natural communities (e.g. oak X forest, coastal habitat, etc.)? D. Wetlands habitat (e.g. marsh, riparian, and vernal X pool)? E. Wildlife dispersal or mitigation corridors? X 8. ENERGY AND MINERAL RESOURCES: A. Conflict with adopted energy conservation plans? X B. Use non-renewable resources in a wasteful and X inefficient manner? C. Result in the loss of availability of a known X mineral resource that would be of future value to the region and the residents of the State? 9. HAZARDS: A. A risk of accidental explosion or release of X hazardous substances (including, but not limited to: oil, pesticides, chemicals, or radiation)? B. Possible interference with an emergency response X plan or emergency evacuation plan? C. The creation of any health hazard or potential X health hazard? ZACase Files\PP\2004\PP 04-09 Crestview CadillacWiT LA.L STUDY.doc Initial Study Precise Plan 04-09 Crestview Cadillac November 15, 2005 — Page 7 WOULD THE PROPOSAL RESULT IN THE FOLLOWING ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS: No Impact Yes Potential Significant Impact Potential Unless Mitigation Inc. Less Than Significant Impact D.. Exposure of people to existing sources of potential health hazards? X E. Increased fire hazard in areas with flammable brush, grass, or trees? X 10. NOISE: A. Increases in existing noise levels? X B. Exposure of people to sever noise levels? X 11. PUBLIC SERVICES: A. Fire protection? X B. Police protection? X C. Schools? X D. Other governmental services? X E. Maintenance of public facilities, including roads? X 12. UTILITIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS: A. Power or natural gas? X B. Communications systems? X C. Local or regional water treatment or distribution facilities? X D. Sewer or septic tanks? X E. Storm waste disposal? X F. Solid waste disposal? X G. Local or regional water supplies? X ZACase Files\PP\2004\PP 04-09 Crestview Cadillac\INMAL STUDY.doc Initial Study Precise Plan 04-09 Crestview Cadillac November 15, 2005 — Page 8 13. AESTHETICS: Yes Potential WOULD THE PROPOSAL RESULT IN THE No Potential Unless Less Than FOLLOWING ENVIRONMENTAL Impact Significant Mitigation Significant EFFECTS:, Impact Inc. Impact A. Affect the scenic vista or scenic highways? X B. Have a demonstrable negative aesthetic effect? X C. Create light or glare? X 14.CULTURAL RESOURCES: A. Disturb paleontological resources? X B. Disturb archaeological resources? X C. Affect historical resources? X 15. RECREATION: A. Increase the demand for neighborhood or X regional parks or other recreational facilities? B. Affect existing recreational opportunities? X 16. MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE: A. Does the project have the potential to degrade X the quality of the environment, substantially reduce the habitat of a fish or wildlife species, cause a fish or wildlife population to drop below self-sustaining levels, threaten to eliminate important examples of the major periods of California history or prehistory? B. Does the project have the potential to achieve X short-term, to the disadvantage of long-term, environmental goals? C. Does the project have impacts that are X individually limited, but cumulatively considerable? (`Cumulatively considerable" means that the incremental effects of a project are considerable when viewed in connection with the effects of past projects, the effects of other current projects, and the effects of probable future projects.) D. Does the project have environmental effects X which will cause substantial adverse effects on human beings, either directly or indirectly? ZACase Fi1es\PP\2004\PP 04-09 Crestview Cadillac\INMAL STUDY.doc Initial Study Precise Plan 04-09 Crestview Cadillac November 15, 2005 — Page 9 EXPLANATION OF RESPONSES 1. LAND USE AND PLANNING NO IMPACT 1. A-E The site's General Plan designation is "Regional Commercial" and the zoning classification is "Commercial General" (C-2). The proposed land use is consistent with the site's General Plan designation and zoning classification. The project is not inconsistent with any environmental plans adopted by agencies with jurisdiction over the project. The project is located within an urbanized setting and will not affect agricultural resources or operations. Furthermore, due to the setting, the project will not disrupt or divide the physical arrangement of an established community. The 3.99-acre site is currently improved with an auto dealership office and showroom on the north portion of the property and a parking area on the southerly and easterly portions of the property. There is landscaping along the entry of the property as well as concrete paving located on the site. The southern portion of the lot, where the parking lot is located, is currently used as inventory parking. This portion of the property is at a lower grade than the northern portion and is currently separated from Garvey Avenue by a six-foot high wrought iron fence. The site is located along Garvey Avenue South and is between Citrus Street and Barranca Street. The surrounding streets are fully improved with curb and gutter installed. North of the property is the San Bernardino Freeway and existing single- family homes are south of the site. A storage facility is west of the site and a hotel is located east of the site. The proposed project will result in the redevelopment of an existing auto dealership site within a heavily urbanized setting characterized by retail, business, housing and restaurant uses, and as such is compatible with the surrounding land uses and urban setting. Project construction and operation is required to comply with all applicable City of West Covina codes and ordinances, and will be monitored by established Building Department and Planning Department plan check processes. 2. POPULATION AND HOUSING NO IMPACT 2. A-C The proposed commercial project will not significantly impact population projections. The project is not expected to result in the permanent employment of a large number of people that would induce regional population growth. Additionally, the project does not propose the extension of infrastructure, such as roads, that may induce population growth. The project is relatively small in scale and proposes the redevelopment of a commercial site within a heavily urbanized setting. The project therefore will not result in significant changes to population and housing patterns in the project vicinity. 3. GEOLOGICAL PROBLEMS YES, LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT 3.B. Southern California is a seismically active area and any new development will subject persons to the potential for exposure to seismic ground shaking and related ZACase Files\PP\2004\PP 04-09 Crestview CadillacTiTTIAL STUDY.doc Initial Study Precise Plan 04-09 Crestview Cadillac November 15, 2005 — Page 10 seismic hazards. The developer is required to submit a grading plan and building plans to the Public Works Department prior to construction. The developer is also required to comply with the West Covina Municipal Code and the Uniform Building Code (UBC). Compliance with the above -referenced requirements will reduce potential geologic impacts and hazards to a less than significant level. The project site consists of a relatively level pad. Some grading will be required in order to facilitate the construction of the building and associated facilities. Minor changes to the site's topography and drainage pattern may occur. As stated, the site will drain to the surrounding streets and existing storm -water facilities. The developer is required to comply with the requirements of the Engineering and Building Departments. The developer is also required to comply with the West Covina Municipal Code and the Uniform Building Code (UBC). POTENTIAL UNLESS MITIGATION INCORPORATED 3. C. The subject property is located in an area*that has the potential for seismic induced liquefaction, as indicated on maps by the California Division of Mines and Geology. As such, the project must be evaluated in a geotechnical report. Any conclusions determined by the geotechnical report shall be completed as part of project review. NO IMPACT 3. A., D.-I. Per the West Covina General Plan, there are no "Hazard Management Zones" (defined as areas within one -eighth of a mile on either side of the most active or projected active trace of a fault) within the City of West Covina. Fault rupture is therefore not expected to occur on the site. Given the site's relatively flat topography, landslides are not expected. The project will drain to the surrounding streets and into existing storm -water facilities. Due to the distance of the site from the ocean and/or a large body of water, seiche and tsunami hazards are not anticipated. No known volcanic activity is located within West Covina or the project area. 4. WATER YES, LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT 4. A. The project site consists of a relatively sloped pad with the lower elevation towards the southern portion of the property. Some grading will be required in order to facilitate the construction of the parking structure and auto dealer office and showroom. Minor changes to the site's topography and drainage pattern will therefore occur. The site is mostly covered with asphalt, therefore the project will not significantly increase the amount of impervious surface on the site and will not significantly change drainage patterns within the project vicinity. The site will drain to the surrounding streets and existing storm -water facilities. The proposed car wash is required to follow the Standard Urban Stormwater Mitigation Plan (SUSMP) to incorporate any best management practices to prevent pollution, trash, litter etc. from entering any storm drain., channel or waterway. This plan must be approved prior to the public hearing and will become one of the Conditions of Approval per the Building Division. The developer is required to submit a grading plan to tho- Engineering Division prior to construction. The developer will comply wit]:i the requirements of the Engineering and Building Divisions. The developer is :dso required to comply with the West Covina Municipal Code and the Uniform Building Code (UBC). ZACase Files\PP\2004\PP 04-09 Crestview Cadillac\NMAL STUDY.doc Initial Study Precise Plan 04-09 Crestview Cadillac November 15, 2005 — Page 11 NO IMPACT 4. BA. The project is not expected to significantly result in changes in the amount of surface water in any water body, changes in currents, or to significantly impact groundwater recharge and availability, or groundwater rates of direction and flows. The site consists of an existing commercial property and has been previously improved. No wetlands or natural watercourses are located within the immediate vicinity of the site. A concrete -lined water channel is located to the south of the subject property. 5. AIR QUALITY YES, LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT 5. A-B. The South Coast Air Quality District (SCAQMD) is a "non -attainment" area, however the proposed project is not expected to significantly violate any air quality standard or significantly contribute to an existing or projected air quality violation. According to the Air Quality study by Environmental Science Associates the following construction emissions are assumed: Carbon Monoxide (CO) 5501bs. per day, Reactive Organic Compounds (ROC) 75 lbs. per day, Nitrogen Oxides (Nox) 100 lbs. per day, Sulfur Oxides (Sox) 150 lbs. per day and Particulate Matter (PM 10) 150 lbs. per day. In addition, the study also indicates SCAQMD Rule 1403 (Asbestos Emission from Demolition/Renovation Activities) sets forth specific requirements related to building demolition and renovation activities involving the removal and/or disturbance of asbestos containing materials. The requirements include asbestos surveying, notification, removal procedures and time schedules, handling and clean- up procedures, and storage, disposal, and landfilling requirements for asbestos - containing materials. According to the study conducted by Environmental Science Associates the existing buildings were recently constructed, there should be no asbestos -containing materials on site. The construction activities would occur independently of other proposed construction activities, meaning that there would be no overlap between the activities, according to the air quality study. Therefore, the above estimates do not exceed any of the thresholds for pollutants of concern. For this reason, the project would not contribute substantially to regional or local air pollution problems in the South Coast Air Basin during construction. The project is consistent with the site's General Plan designation of "Regional Commercial." The South Coast Air Quality Management District uses General Plan land use designations in the preparation of their Air Quality Management Plan, therefore the commercial land use proposed pursuant to this project has been accounted for in the South Coast Air Quality Management District Air Quality Plan. Additionally, there are no sensitive receptors in the immediate vicinity of the project site. However, some sensitive receptors may be located along project roadways and intersections providing access to and from the site. Project grading and construction has the potential to result in the generation of fugitive dust (particulates), which may impact surrounding properties. The Air Quality Management District has developed Rule 403, which requires the implementation of best available fugitive dust control measures during operations capable of generating fugitive dust within the boundaries of the South Coast Air Basin, in order to reduce the amount of particulate matter that is present in the air as ZACase Files\PP\2004\PP 04-09 Crestview CadillacTINrr1AL STUDY.doc Initial Study Precise Plan 04-09 Crestview Cadillac November 15, 2005 —Page 12 a result of man-made fugitive dust sources. Mitigation measures include wetting down soils, chemical stabilization of unattended construction areas, planting vegetative ground cover as soon as possible on construction sites, and physically covering all trucks hauling dirt, sand, or other looses materials to and from the site. NO IMPACT 5. C.-D. The proposed project is not anticipated to alter air movement, moisture, temperature, or cause any change in climate. The project is not anticipated to result in the creation of objectionable odors. 6. TRANSPORTATION/CIRCULATION NO IMPACT 6. A-D. The Zoning Code requires one parking space per 1,000 square feet of gross land area devoted to automobile display. The proposed auto dealer is proposing 4,170 square feet of showroom/display area (4,170+1,000=5), 75,855 square feet of inventory parking for the parking structure (75,855-1,000=76), a total area of outdoor display totaling 7,650 square feet (7,650+1,000=8), an office space of 9,464 square feet (9,464+300=32) and 49 service bays (49+1=49). The showroom/display area including the proposed addition will total 15,170 square feet (15,170=1,000=16). Therefore, a total of 181 parking spaces are required (76+8+32+49+16=181). The use will provide 322 parking spaces, which indicates an excess of 141 parking spaces. For the purposes of evaluating potential traffic impacts, the Trip Generation Handbook, 6`h Edition (Handbook) prepared by the Institute of Traffic Engineers was utilized. New Car Sales, according to the Handbook, generates a weekday average of 37.5 trip ends per 1,000 square feet of floor area. The proposed addition to the dealership is 4,170 square feet, adding 156 new trip ends per day. In order to determine traffic volume on the on the roadways in the vicinity of the site, the City Engineering Department November 2005 traffic counts for the intersections of Garvey Avenue/Citrus Street and Garvey AvenueBarranca Street. The project site fronts Garvey Avenue and is located approximately 800 feet from the intersection of Garvey Avenue and Citrus Street. The City Engineering Division traffic counts show that westbound traffic on Garvey Avenue at Citrus Street generated 9,522 trips, and eastbound traffic on Garvey Avenue at Barranca Street generated 3,149 trips. The addition of 156 new trips on Garvey Avenue and the adjacent intersections will be negligible. The site has vehicular and pedestrian access from Garvey Avenue. South Garvey Avenue is designated as a two-lane "collector" in the Master Plan of Street. The site has access to the Interstate 10 Freeway a short distance to the west, at Citrus Street. The proposed project will not result in hazards to safety from design features, or inadequate. emergency access to nearby uses on or off -site, as site access has been designed in accordance with the minimum requirements of the Public. Works Department and the Fire Departments. Additionally, the public streets servicing the project have been designed and constructed in accordance with established City standards. 7. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES NO IMPACT 7. A.- E. The project consists of the development of an existing commercial site. The site is largely covered with asphalt. No wetlands or watercourses are evident on the site. Z:\Case Files\PP\2004\PP 04-09 Crestview Cadillac\IIVTrI I STUDY.doc • Initial Study Precise Plan 04-09 Crestview Cadillac November 15, 2005 — Page 13 Additionally, no native vegetation or biological communities are located on the site. The project is not expected to impact any wildlife migration corridors as the project setting is within an urbanized area 8. ENERGY AND MINERAL RESOURCES NO IMPACT 8. A-C. The project is not expected to conflict with any energy conservation plans, or significantly use non-renewable resources in a wasteful or inefficient way. No mining or mineral resources are evident on the site or within its vicinity, therefore the project is not expected to result in the loss or availability of a known mineral resource that would be of future value. NO IMPACT 9. A-E The proposed project is not anticipated to interfere with an emergency response plan or evacuation plan. The project was developed in consultation with the Engineering Division, Building Division and Fire Department. The project is required to comply with applicable access standards, as determined by the Fire Department and Building Division. The project will result in the temporary use of various chemical agents during construction, such as solvents, glue, and cleaning fluids. Likewise, project operations may include the use of common cleaning agents so no significant impact is anticipated The project is not expected to expose people to existing sources of potential health hazards. The project is located within an urbanized area and will not result in significantly increased wild lands fire hazards, as the site is not located near areas of brush or grass. According to the Air Quality Study by Environmental Science Associates, the existing buildings were constructed recently and therefore should not contain any asbestos -containing materials on site. 10. NOISE YES, LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT 10. A-B. Two types of short-term noise impacts may occur during construction. The first is construction crew commutes and the transport of materials and equipment to and from the site. The second type of noise impact is related to noise generated by demolition, excavation, grading, and building construction on the site. Construction of the project is expected to require the use of earthmovers, bulldozers, and water and pickup trucks. Short-term noise levels will be increased during the grading and construction phases of the project, as a result of the operation of vehicles and construction equipment. The increased noise levels have the potential to affect the surrounding land uses. Compliance with the City's construction and noise ordinances will mitigate the temporary increase in noise to an acceptable level. Mitigation measures include restricting excavation, grading and other constriction activities to daytime hours ZACase Files\PP\2004\PP 04-09 Crestview Cadillac\DUrML STUDY.doc Initial Study Precise Plan 04-09 Crestview Cadillac November 15, 2005 — Page 14 when construction activities causes the noise level at the property line to exceed the ambient noise levels by more than five decibels. Long-term noise impacts are typical of commercial operations of the automobile dealerships. The auto dealership business utilizes public address systems to communicate with employees on the property. Alarm system noise is also possible when the system is tested, malfunctions, or when criminal activity occurs. 11. PUBLIC SERVICES YES, LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT 11. A.,B.,E The project may result in a slight increase in the demands on fire protection services and police services, in that any additional development may result in additional emergency services "call outs." The increase is not anticipated to be significant given the scale of the project in relation to the surrounding developed area. The construction type and security provisions of the project will minimize impacts to these services. The project has been designed in conjunction with the Fire Department, and is required to comply with all Fire Department regulations. Public facilities in the project area, such as roads, will be maintained through established and on -going City maintenance programs. NO IMPACT I I.C.,D. No potentially significant impacts to schools or other government services have been identified. Therefore, the project will not result in a significantly increased demand for school services. 12. UTILITIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS YES, LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT 12. A - G The project will result in an incremental increase in demand on utilities such as gas, power, water and. sewers. In comparison to the surrounding heavily developed urban setting, the project is not expected to significantly impact utilities and service systems. Further, the project will be designed in compliance with Title 24 of the California Building Code pertaining to energy efficiency criteria. Appropriate connections to utility systems will be installed by the developer in compliance with the requirements of the Building Division. 13. AESTHETICS YES, LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT 13. C. Construction of the project will result in the introduction of new sources of light, as a result of exterior lighting. The nearest sensitive receptors, single-family properties, are approximately 100 feet from the location of the proposed parking structure. Light spillover and glare will be minimized by requiring lights to be shielded and designed so as to prevent the light from shining directly onto surrounding property, per the requirements of the West Covina Municipal Code. A lighting plan check will be required including review of a photometric plan to ensure that new lighting will not "spill over" onto adjacent properties. The proposed development will be visible from the surrounding area, which includes restaurants, auto dealerships, the San Bernardino Freeway, Garvey Avenue, and the residential properties. Proposed construction consists of Z:\Case Files\PP\2004\PP 04-09 Crestview Cadillac\NrFIAL STUDY.doc Initial Study Precise Plan 04-09 Crestview Cadillac November 15, 2005 —Page 15 constructing a 4,170-square foot addition to an existing I1,000-square foot auto dealership office and showroom, exterior modifications to the existing dealership building, and a 75,885-square foot, four-story, 40-foot high parking structure. The total construction proposed is 80,055 square feet. Landscaping is proposed along the southern portion of the parking structure facing the existing residential properties. Also, landscaping is proposed within the planters in the parking area. The architecture of the buildings will be consistent with the prototype Cadillac design. NO IMPACT 13. A., B. The proposed project will not affect any scenic highways. Per the West Covina General Plan, no State designated scenic highways exist within the City. The project will not produce any uncommon or aesthetically offensive sights. 14. CULTURAL RESOURCES NO IMPACT 14. A.-C. There are no known historically or culturally significant resources, structures, buildings or objects associated with the site. The proposed project consists of the development of a vacant commercial property. Most of the site is covered with paving and has been heavily disturbed. 15. RECREATION NO IMPACT 15. A.B. The project will not negatively affect existing recreational facilities or result in a significant demand for additional recreational resources. 16. MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE 16. A The project does not have the potential to degrade the quality of the environment, substantially reduce the habitat of a fish or wildlife species, cause a fish or wildlife population to drop below self-sustaining levels, threaten to eliminate important examples of the major periods of California history or prehistory. The project is located in a highly urbanized setting, within an existing commercial area. 16. B The preceding initial study has not identified any potential for this project to achieve short-term environmental goals to the disadvantage of long-term environmental goals. The project will include established measures designed to reduce environmental impacts, such as the implementation of South Coast Air Quality Management District standards to reduce fugitive dust, and compliance with the City grading and noise ordinance to reduce construction noise. 16. C The preceding analysis has not identified any potentially significant individually limited but cumulatively considerable environmental goals that would be caused by this project. The project will include established measures designed to reduce environmental impacts, such as the implementation of South Coast Air Quality Management District standards to reduce fugitive dust. 16. D Southern California is a seismically active area and any new development will subject persons to the potential for exposure to seismic ground shaking and related seismic hazards. The developer is required to comply with the requirements of the Engineering Division and Building Division, The developer will also comply with the West Covina Municipal Code, as it relates to grading ZACase FilesTP ODAPP 04-09 Crestview Cadillac\WMAL STUDY.doc Initial Study Precise Plan 04-09 Crestview Cadillac November 15, 2005 —Page 16 and drainage. Additionally, the developer is required to comply with the Uniform Building Code (UBC). MITIGATION MEASURES GEOLOGICAL PROBLEMS 1. All grading and construction shall comply with the provisions of the West Covina Municipal Code and the requirements of the Engineering and Building Departments. 2. All conclusions and recommendations of the required Geotechnical Report shall be completed as part of the project review and construction. AIR QUALITY 3. Vigorous wetting procedures or other dust palliative measures shall be maintained during earth moving operations to minimize fugitive dust emissions in compliance with applicable codes and ordinances pertaining to dust suppression requirements (including SCAQMD RULE 403). 4. During construction, water trucks or sprinkler systems shall be used to keep all areas of vehicle movement damp enough to prevent dust from leaving the site. At a minimum this would include wetting down such areas in the later morning and after work is completed for the day and whenever wind exceeds 15 miles per hour. 5. Roadways shall be swept periodically as determined by the City Engineer and/or Maintenance Services Superintendent or otherwise cleared of any spilled materials to assist in minimizing fugitive dust. 6. Trucks importing or exporting earthen materials shall be covered or sprinkled with water prior to entering public streets. 7. Heavy-duty construction equipment shall be kept on -site when not in operations to minimize exhaust emissions associated with vehicles repetitiously traveling to and from the project site. 8. The number of pieces of equipment operating simultaneously should. be minimized through efficient management practices. 9. Construction equipment shall be maintained in proper tune to reduce exhaust emissions. 10. Diesel -powered equipment such as booster pumps or generators should be replaced by electric equipment, if feasible. 11. During Santa Ana wind conditions with wind speeds exceeding 15 mph, soil disturbance areas shall be watered hourly or active operations on unpaved surfaces shall, be terminated until the wind speeds no longer exceed 15 mph. 12. Graded surfaces shall be vegetated as soon as feasibly possible after the completion of grading within the construction area. 13. Landscaping shall be installed on all graded surfaces proposed for landscaping as soon as feasibly possible after the completion of grading operations. NOISE ZACase Files\PP12004\PP 04-09 Crestview CadillacWF A , STUDY.doc • Initial Study Precise Plan 04-09 Crestview Cadillac November 15, 2005 — Page 17 14. During grading and construction, delivery of materials and equipment, outdoor operations of equipment, and construction activity shall be limited to the hours between 7:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. 15. All construction equipment, stationary or mobile, shall be equipped with properly operating and maintained mufflers. 16. All construction equipment shall be stored on the project site during the construction phase to eliminate daily heavy-duty truck trips on vicinity roadways. 17. The operation of the facility shall comply with the West Covina Noise Ordinance. AESTHETICS 18. Landscaping plans shall be submitted to the Planning Department. The landscaping plan shall conform with the approved site plan. Additionally, all areas not requiring paving shall be landscaped. 19. All project landscaping shall be installed prior to occupancy. 20. A lighting plan check shall be conducted to ensure that light does not "spill over" onto adjoining property. All exterior lighting shall be hooded and directed so as to reflect away from adjoining properties. WATER 21. The proposed car wash is required to follow the Standard Urban Stormwater Mitigation Plan (SUSMP) to incorporate any best management practices to prevent pollution, trash, litter etc. from entering any storm drain, channel or waterway. This plan must be approved prior to the public hearing and will become one of the Conditions of Approval per the Building Division. ZACase Files\PP\2004\PP 04-09 Crestview Cadillac\NMAL STUDY.doc ATTACHMENT 5 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 05-5091 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA, CERTIFYING OF THE NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT FOR PRECISE PLAN NO. 04-09, PURSUANT TO THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT OF 1970, AS AMENDED. NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT APPLICANT: RHL Design Group, Inc. LOCATION: 2700 E. Garvey Avenue South (Crestview Cadillac) WHEREAS, there was filed with this City verified applications on forms prescribed in Chapter 26, Article VI of the West Covina Municipal Code requesting the approval of a precise plan to facilitate the development of a parking garage and remodel of an existing auto dealership on that certain property generally described as: Assessor's Parcel Number 8480-016-021 in the records of the Los Angeles County Assessor; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission upon giving the required notice did on the 13th day of December, 2005, conduct duly advertised public hearings as prescribed by law to consider said application; and WHEREAS, the proposed project is considered a "project" pursuant to the terms of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA); and WHEREAS, an initial study was prepared for said project; and WHEREAS, based upon the findings of the initial study, it was determined that the proposed project will not have a significant impact on the environment and will not individually or cumulatively have an adverse effect on wildlife resources, as defined in Section 711.2 of the California Fish and Game Code; and WHEREAS, a Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact was prepared for the proposed project pursuant to the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970, as amended, and mitigation measures are included in said Negative Declaration in support of the finding that there will not be a significant effect on the environment as a result of this project. NOW, THEREFORE, the Planning Commission of the City of West Covina does hereby resolve as follows: 1. After receiving and considering all determinations, studies, documents, and recommendations, as well as other appropriate public comments, the Planning Commission of the City of West Covina hereby certifies Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact, subject to compliance with the mitigation measures that are recommended in the Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact as outlined below: ZAResos\2005 resos\05-5091 Neg Dec Crestview.doc Planning Commission Resolution No. 05-5091 Negative Declaration for PP 04-09 December 19, 2005 — Page 2 Environmental Mitigation Measures Monitoring Monitoring Impacts De t./A ency Methods Geology All grading and construction shall comply Planning Pre - with the provisions of the West Covina - Building/ construction Municipal Code and the requirements of . Engineering plan check the Engineering and Building Departments. Daily on -site construction All conclusions and recommendations of inspections the required Geotechnical Report shall be completed as part of the project review and construction. Water The developer shall, comply with the Building Pre - Building Department requirements construction regarding water quality, including but not State Water plan check limited to, implementing a Standard Quality Control Urban Stormwater Mitigation Plan, as Board Ori-site approved by the Building Department. construction inspections Air Quality Vigorous wetting procedures or other dust Building/ Pre - palliative measures shall be maintained Engineering construction during earth moving operations to plan check minimise fugitive dust emissions in compliance with applicable codes and ordinances pertaining to dust suppression requirements (including SCAQMD RULE 403). During construction, water trucks or sprinkler systems shall be used to keep all areas of vehicle movement damp enough to prevent dust from leaving the site. At a minimum this would include wetting down such areas in the later morning and after work is completed for the day and whenever wind exceeds 15 miles per hour. Roadways shall be swept periodically as determined by the City Engineer and/or Maintenance Services Superintendent or otherwise cleared of any spilled materials to assist in minimizing fugitive dust. Trucks importing or exporting earthen materials shall be covered or sprinkled with water prior to entering public streets. Heavy-duty construction equipment shall be kept on -site when not in operations to minimize exhaust emissions associated with vehicles repetitiously traveling to and from the project site. The number of pieces of equipment Z:\Resos\2005 resos\05-5091 Neg Dec Crestview.doc Planning Commission Resolution No. 05-5091 Negative Declaration for PP 04-09 December 19, 2005 — Page 3 operating simultaneously should be minimized through efficient management practices. Construction equipment shall be maintained in proper tune to reduce exhaust emissions. Diesel -powered equipment such' as booster pumps or generators should be replaced by electric equipment, if feasible. During Santa Ana wind conditions with wind speeds exceeding 15 mph, soil disturbance areas shall be watered hourly or active operations on unpaved surfaces shall, be terminated until wind speeds no longer.exceed 15 mph. Graded surfaces shall be vegetated as soon as feasibly possible after completion of grading within the construction area. Landscaping shall be installed on all graded surfaces proposed for landscaping as soon as feasibly possible after the completion of grading operations. Noise During grading and construction, delivery Building/ Pre - of materials and equipment, outdoor Engineering construction operations of equipment, and construction plan check activity shall be limited to the hours Community between 7:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Enhancement On -site construction All construction equipment, stationary or Police inspection mobile, shall be equipped with properly Department operating and maintained mufflers. All construction equipment shall be stored on the project site during the construction phase to eliminate daily heavy-duty truck trips on vicinity roadways. The operation of the facility shall comply with the West Covina Noise Ordinance. Aesthetics Landscaping plans shall be submitted to Planning Lighting plan the Planning Department. The Department, review, Site landscaping plan shall conform with the Building inspections approved site plan. Additionally, all Division areas not requiring paving shall be landscaped. All project landscaping shall be installed prior to occupancy. A lighting plan check shall be conducted to ensure that light does not "spill over" onto adjoining property. All exterior lighting shall be hooded and directed so as Z:\Resos\2005 resos\05-5091 Neg Dec Crestview.doc • Planning Commission Resolution No. 05-5091 Negative Declaration for PP 04-09 December 19, 2005 — Page 4 to reflect away from adjoining .properties. A screening wall shall be installed to limit glare from the headlights of vehicles in the drive thru aisle. 2. Non-compliance with the aforementioned mitigation measures as by the monitoring department/agency and any measures taken to correct said non-compliance shall be immediately reported to the Planning Department on the City of West Covina Monitoring Checklist Form. 3. The applicant agrees to implement the aforementioned mitigation measures and monitoring or reporting requirements. 4. Failure to comply with any aforementioned mitigation measures and/or monitoring or reporting requirements will result in a written notice of violation from the City to the applicant at which time the City may order that all or a portion of pre -construction, construction, post -construction activity or project implementation must cease until compliance is reached. 5. The California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and State and local guidelines, rules, regulations, and procedures adopted pursuant thereto permits the City of West Covina to impose any fees or charges associated with implementing the above monitoring program upon the applicant. I HEREBY CERTIFY, that the foregoing Resolution was adopted by the Planning Commission of the City of West Covina, at a regular meeting held on the 19th day of December, 2005, by the following vote: AYES: Redholtz, Sotelo, Rozatti, Roe NOES: None ABSENT: Thrasher ABSTAIN: None DATE: December 19, 2005 EXPIRATION DATE: December 19, 2006 if not used. Bill Roe, Chairman Planning Commission ZAResos\2005 resos\05-5091 Neg Dec Crestview.doc ATTACHMENT 6 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO.05-5092 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PRECISE PLAN NO.04-09 PRECISE PLAN NO.04-09 NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT APPLICANT: RHL Design Group, Inc. LOCATION: , 2700 E. Garvey Avenue South (Crestview Cadillac) WHEREAS, there was filed with this Commission, a verified application onthe forms prescribed in Chapter 26, Article VI of the West Covina. Municipal Code, requesting approval of a precise plan to: Increase the showroom floor area, add a multi -story vehicle storage structure and renovate the exterior of the existing dealership building. on that certain property described as: Assessor's Parcel No. 8480-016-021, as listed in the records of the office of the Los Angeles County Assessor; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission upon giving the required notice did on the 19`h day of December, 2005, conduct duly advertised public hearings as prescribed by law to consider said application; and WHEREAS, studies and investigations made by this Commission and in its behalf reveal the following facts: 1. The project consists of a request for a precise plan to construct a 75,855-square foot, four- story parking garage and a 4,170-square foot addition to an existing auto dealership (Crestview Cadillac). The site is currently occupied by 34,494-square feet of building space consisting of the auto dealership office, car wash, and paint booth. The project is located in the "Medium Commercial" (C-2) Zone. 2. The project is consistent with the General Plan land use designation of "Service & Neighborhood Commercial" and the zoning classification of "Medium Commercial" (C- 2). 3. Approval of the requested precise plan will not be detrimental to adjacent properties as the design was developed with attention directed to the relationship of the project to surrounding land uses. 4. Appropriate findings for approval of a precise plan of design are as follows: a. That consideration has been given and restrictions imposed to the extent necessary to permit the same degree of enjoyment of the subject property, but subject to the same degree of protection of adjoining properties, as would be accorded in normal circumstances, by the standard restrictions imposed by the Municipal Code. b. That strict adherence to the development standards of the applicable zone and the proposed precise plan will not measurably depreciate property values in the vicinity or interfere with the use or enjoyment of property in the vicinity or endanger the public peace, health, safety or general welfare. ZAResos\2005 resos\05-5092 PP 04-09 Crestview.doc Planning Commission Resolution No. 05-5092 • Precise Plan No. 04-09 December 19, 2005 - Page 2 C. That the project is reviewed in terms of its architectural design, general exterior appearance, landscaping, color, texture of surface materials and exterior construction, shape and bulk and other physical characteristics including location and type of public utility facilities and is found to facilitate the orderly development of the precise plan area. 5. The initial study prepared for the project disclosed that the project will not have a significant impact on the environment. Mitigation measures have been incorporated into the project's design and as conditions of approval to reduce impacts on the environment to a less than significant level. A Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact has been prepared pursuant to the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) of 1970, as amended. NOW, THEREFORE, the Planning Commission of the City of West Covina does resolve as follows: On the basis of the evidence presented, both oral and documentary, the Planning Commission makes the following findings: a. The project proposes the construction of a 4,170-square foot addition to an existing 34,494-square foot auto dealership office and showroom. The proposal will result in exterior modifications to the existing dealership building and removal of the detached modular office building. Also proposed is a request to construct a 75,855-square foot, four-story, 40-foot high parking structure. The applicant is proposing the parking garage to add employee parking and inventory parking. The showroom addition will provide more area to showcase vehicles away from outdoor elements. The parking garage and showroom addition meet or exceed all applicable Municipal Code requirements, including but not limited to, setbacks, parking spaces, landscaping, and building coverage. The project is consistent with the "Medium Commercial" (C-2) Zone. b. The project site consists of a sloped pad with frontage on Garvey Avenue South and the San Bernardino Freeway. The property is an irregular -shaped lot with a rectangular portion facing Garvey Avenue South tapering to a triangular rear yard facing the Walnut Creek Wash. The property is improved with an existing auto dealership building, two body shop buildings, two parts storage buildings, an office building, a service building, paint booth and the showroom and landscaping throughout the site. Therefore, the addition of a showroom area and parking garage will not- depreciate property values, interfere with the use or enjoyment of property in the vicinity, or endanger the public peace, health, safety or general welfare, due to its location, and the general compatibility of the project with the retail uses in the surrounding area. C. The development is found to facilitate the orderly development of the precise plan area. The architectural design of the showroom addition is proposed in a manner that will blend with the existing auto dealership building. The parking garage will be designed with two -foot parapet walls to impede clear view of the vehicles within the garage. At least fifteen trees are proposed along the southern wall of the parking garage to screen the garage from the nearby residential across the Walnut Creek Wash. 2. That pursuant to all of the evidence presented, both oral and documentary, and further based on the findings above, Precise Plan No. 04-09 is approved subject to the provisions of the West Covina Municipal Code, provided that the physical development of the herein described property shall conform to said plan and the conditions set forth herein which, except as otherwise expressly indicated, shall be fully performed and completed or shall be secured by bank or cash deposit satisfactory to the Planning Director, before the use or occupancy of the property is commenced and before the Certificate of Occupancy is issued, and the violation of any of which shall be grounds for revocation of said precise plan by the Planning Commission or City Council. 3. That the precise plan shall not be effective for any purpose until the owner of the property involved (or a duly authorized representative) has filed at the office of the Planning Director, Z:\Resos\2005 resos\05-5092 PP 04-09 Crestview.doc Planning Commission Resolution No. 05-5092 / Precise Plan No. 04-09 December 19, 2005 - Page 3 his affidavit stating he is aware of; and accepts; all conditions of this precise plan as set forth below. Additionally, no permits shall be issued until the owner of the property involved (or a duly authorized representative) pays all costs associated with the processing of this application pursuant to City Council Resolution No. 8690. 4. The costs and expenses of any enforcement activities, including, but not limited to attorneys' fees, caused by the applicant's violation of any condition imposed by this approval or any provision of the West Covina Municipal Code shall be paid by the applicant. 5. That the approval of the precise plan is subject to the following conditions: a. Comply with plans reviewed by the Planning Commission on December 19, 2005. b. Comply with color and material boards. C. Comply with.all applicable sections of the West Covina Municipal Code. d. The operation of the facility shall comply with the West Covina Noise Ordinance. e. Comply with all requirements of the "Medium Commercial" (C-2) Zone. f. All construction shall comply with the provisions of the West Covina Municipal Code and the requirements of the Engineering and Building Departments. g. A parking lot lighting plan showing. electrolier types and locations, average illumination levels, points of minimum illumination and photometric data in conformance with Planning Commission Resolution No. 2513 and as requested shall be submitted to and approved by the City Engineer. h. Building and parking lot lighting is required to be architecturally integrated with the building design. Standard security wall packs are not acceptable unless they are provided with hooding that is architecturally compatible with the building. i. Employee and customer parking spaces be clearly identified as such with signage, pavement stencils, or both. j. Loading or .unloading of vehicles shall only occur within the auto dealership property. k. A minimum of 47 employee parking spaces shall be provided on the dealership lot at all times. 1. Any proposed change to the approved site plan shall be reviewed by the Planning Department and the written authorization of the Planning Director shall be obtained prior to implementation. . m. Prior to the issuance of grading permits, the applicant shall submit three copies of detailed landscaping and irrigation plans to the Planning Department for review and. approval. Said plan shall include type, size, and quantity of landscaping materials, as well as, a fully automatic comprehensive watering system in compliance with the City's water efficient landscape requirements. Landscaping areas. are to be kept free of litter and diseased or dead plants. Diseased, dead, damaged and/or disfigured plants shall be replaced as deemed necessary by the Planning Director. All installation of landscaping and irrigation shall be completed prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy or final Building and Engineering Division clearance. n. Trees that will grow to a larger size at maturity shall be planted along the southern wall of the parking garage to block the view of the wall to the residential homes to the south. The trees shall be placed approximately 15 feet apart and shall be a minimum of 15 gallon in size. Z:\Resos\2005 resos\05-5092 PP 04-09 Crestview.doc Planning Commission Resolution No: 05-5092 Precise Plan No. 04-09 December 19, 2005 - Page 4 o. All ground -mounted, wall -mounted and/or roof -mounted equipment not shown on the approved Study Plan and exhibits, shall be screened from all views, in a manner that is architecturally compatible with the main building. Plans and elevations indicating the type of equipment and method of concealment shall be submitted to the Planning Director for review and approval prior to the issuance of building permits. p. All utilities shall be installed underground. q. The location of new electrical transformers and other mechanical equipment, if not indicated on the approved Study Plan, must be approved by the Planning Director prior to the issuance of building permits. r. Gutters and downspouts shall not project from the vertical surface of the building pursuant to Section 26-568 (a) (3). S. Building and parking lot lighting is required to be, architecturally integrated with the building design. Standard security wall packs are not acceptable unless they are provided with hooding that is architecturally compatible with the building. t. Pole mounted parking lot lighting shall be accurately indicated on the grading plan and shall be located within landscaped or hardscaped area. Pole locations shall be accurately staked prior to installation by the Civil Engineer that prepared the grading plan. U. The approved use shall not create a public nuisance as defined under Section 15- 200 of the West Covina Municipal Code. V. All antenna and antenna support structures shall be placed and installed in a manner which screens at least 75 percent of the antenna when viewed from ground level from any adjacent public right-of-way or residentially zoned properties. Such screening may include landscaping, fencing, or walls, which have been integrated with the design of the building. w. No exterior public address or amplification devices shall be installed or utilized at the site. X. The security alarm system shall be upgraded to reduce the noise impacts to neighboring properties. y. Final design plans for areas receiving special paving treatments shall be submitted to the Planning Department for review and approval prior to the issuance of building permits. Z. Fencing utilized throughout the site shall be compatible with the building architecture and shall be reviewed and approved by the Planning Department for architectural compatibility and location prior to issuance. of building permits. aa. All outdoor trash areas shall be screened on all sides from public view by a minimum 5'6" high decorative block wall . with a gate constructed of durable materials and an architectural cover. Trash enclosures visible from the parking area are required to have a trellis cover. The trash compactor areas as indicated on the approved plans are not required to be covered by a trellis any relocation of these enclosures may require trellis covers. Provide construction details prior to issuance of a building permit. bb. That any proposed change to the approved site plan, floor plan or elevations be reviewed by the Planning, Building, Fire and Police Departments and the Redevelopment Agency and that the written authorization of the Planning Director shall be obtained prior to implementation. CC. All new gutters and downspouts shall not project from the vertical surface of the building pursuant to Section 26-568 (a) (3). ZAResos\2005 resos\05-5092 PP 04-09 Crestview.doc Planning Commission Resolution No. 05-5092 Precise Plan No. 04-09 December 19, 2005 - Page 5 dd. Comply with all requirements of the "Art in Public Places" ordinance, prior to the issuance of building permits. ee. The applicant shall indemnify, hold harmless and defend the City Of West Covina (City), its agents, officers, and employees from any claim, action, proceeding or damages against the City, its agents, officers, or employees to attack, set aside, void, or annul the approval by the City of this Tract Map. Further, the applicant shall indemnify, hold harmless and defend the City Of West Covina (City), its agents, officers, and employees from any claim, action, proceeding or damages against the City, its agents, officers, or employees arising out of the action, inaction or negligence of the applicant, its employees, officers, agents, contractors, subcontractors, successors or assigns in planning, engineering, constructing or in any manner carrying out the Tract Map or any improvements required for the Tract Map. The indemnity shall be contained in a written document approved by the City Attorney. ff. The applicant shall meet any and all monitoring or reporting requirements necessary to ensure compliance with the mitigation measures contained in the Mitigated Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact as those may be determined by the City, including, but not limited to, entering into an agreement to perform and/or for monitoring and reporting during project construction and implementation. The applicant further agrees it will cease construction of the project immediately upon written notice of a violation of such requirement and that such a provision may be part of any agreement of City and applicant. gg. Comply with the mitigation measures as outlined in the Mitigated Negative Declaration of the Environmental Impact dated November 15, 2005, and as follows: 1. All grading and construction shall comply with the provisions of the West Covina Municipal Code and the requirements of the Engineering and Building Departments. 2. All conclusions and recommendations of the required Geotechnical Report shall be completed as part of the project review and construction. 3. Vigorous wetting procedures or other dust palliative measures shall be maintained during earth moving operations to minimize fugitive dust emissions in compliance with applicable codes and ordinances pertaining to dust suppression requirements (including SCAQMD RULE 403). 4. During construction, water trucks or sprinkler systems shall be used to keep all areas of vehicle movement damp enough to prevent dust from leaving the site. At a minimum this would include wetting down such areas in the later morning and after work is completed for the day and whenever wind exceeds 15 miles per hour. 5. Roadways shall be swept periodically as determined by the City Engineer and/or Maintenance Services Superintendent or otherwise cleared of any spilled materials to assist in minimizing fugitive dust. 6. Trucks importing or exporting earthen materials shall be covered or sprinkled with water prior to entering public streets. 7. Heavy-duty construction equipment shall be kept on -site when not in operations to minimize exhaust emissions associated with vehicles repetitiously traveling to and from the project site. 8. The number of pieces of equipment operating simultaneously should be minimized through efficient management practices. Z:\Resos\2005 resos\05-5092 PP 04-09 Crestview.doc Planning Commission Resolution No. 05-5092 Precise Plan No. 04-09 December 19, 2005 - Page 6 9. Construction equipment shall exhaust emissions. be maintained in proper tune to reduce 10. Diesel -powered equipment such as booster pumps or generators should be replaced by electric equipment, if feasible. 11. During Santa Ana wind conditions with wind speeds exceeding 15 mph, soil disturbance areas shall be watered hourly or active operations on unpaved surfaces shall, be terminated until the wind speeds no longer exceed 15 mph. 12. Graded surfaces shall be vegetated as soon as feasibly possible after the completion of grading within the construction area. 13. Landscaping shall be installed on all graded surfaces proposed for landscaping as soon as feasibly possible after the completion of grading operations. 14. During grading and construction, delivery of materials and equipment, outdoor operations of equipment, and construction activity shall be limited to the hours between 7:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. 15. All construction equipment, stationary or mobile, shall be equipped with properly operating and maintained mufflers. 16. All construction equipment shall be stored on the project site during the construction phase to eliminate daily heavy-duty truck trips on vicinity roadways. 17. The operation of the facility shall comply with the West Covina Noise Ordinance. 18. Landscaping plans shall be submitted to the Planning Department. The landscaping plan shall conform with the approved site plan. Additionally, all areas not requiring paving shall be landscaped. 19. All project landscaping shall be installed prior to occupancy. 20. A lighting plan check shall be conducted to ensure that light does not "spill over" onto adjoining property. All exterior lighting shall be hooded and directed so as to reflect away from adjoining properties. 21. The proposed car wash is required to follow the Standard Urban Stormwater Mitigation Plan (SUSMP) to incorporate any best management practices to prevent pollution, trash, litter etc. from entering any storm drain, channel or waterway. This plan must be approved prior to the public hearing and will become one of the Conditions of Approval per the Building Division. hh. Building Division Requirements: 1. All Conditions of Approval as approved by the Planning Commission shall appear as notes on the plans submitted for building plan check and permits. 2. Compliance, with the State of California Accessibility regulations is required, including: a) Passenger loading zone shall have a 60" by 240" minimum access and unloading aisle alongside and parallel to the loading zone, service drop off. b) Accessible path of travel to entrances from the public sidewalk. Clearly show connection to public sidewalk. 0 Z:\Resos\2005 resos\05-5092 PP 04-09 Crestview.doc Planning Commission Resolution No. 05-5092 Precise Plan No. 04-09 December 19, 2005 - Page 7 c) All sidewalks and curb within any pedestrian path of travel shall be made . accessible by use of curb ramps. Clearly show all wheelchair path of travel. d) All employee areas shall be accessible including behind counters and attendants. . e) Drinking fountains (high/low) are required to be accessible. f) All public telephones shall be accessible. At least one and 25% shall be equipped for hearing impaired, volume control. At least one telephone shall comply with CBC 1117B.2.9.2 for text telephones where there are at least 4 phones on the site. g) Aisles and seating shall be accessible. 44" min. h) Accessible parking for employees, both covered and uncovered with a clear path of travel. 3. Fire sprinklers are required for any building over 10,000 sf. 4. The area appears to me in an area mapped by the California Division of Mines and Geology as having potential for seismic induced liquefaction. A soils and geology report is required to address the potential for and mitigation measures of any seismic induced liquefaction. 5. Dead end corridor may not exceed 20' in length. Provide min. 44" exit width. 6. Illuminated exits and exit signs are required to have a second source of power supply for back-up emergency lighting. UBC 1012, 1013. 7. Install curb, sidewalk or planter in place of wheel stops. If a planter is used, landscaping shall be low groundcover or turf and shall not exceed the height of the six-inch curb, for employee or guest parking (not inventory.) 8. Parking structure may require deep footings or obtain approval of LA CO flood control. 9. All new on -site utility service lines shall be placed underground. ii. Fire Department Requirements: 1. This development shall conform with California Code of Regulations Titles 19 and 24, West Covina Municipal Codes and approved standards of installation. , 2. New and existing buildings, where connected, shall be provided with fire sprinkler systems. 3. Fire alarm systems shall be installed as required by the Fire and Building Code. 4. Placement of the construction barrier shall be provided with a minimum of 2 entry gates for the Fire Department. 5. Fire Department fees shall be reviewed, approved and paid at Fire Administration (if there is a balance) before construction final or issuance of temporary occupancy. - Plan review - Expedite plan review or inspections. - Fire protection inspections in excess of 2 inspections. - All construction inspections. - Non-compliance fees. - Additional accumulated fees related to the above items. 6.. Acceptable methods of alternative protection shall be submitted in writing to the Building and Fire Department and approved before plan approval. Z:\Resos\2005 resos\05-5092 PP 04-09 Crestview.doc Planning Commission Resolution No. 05-5092 Precise Plan No. 04-09 �= December 19, 2005 - Page 8 7. The "Conditions of Approval" as required by the Fire Department shall appear on the cover page of the plan submittal for initial review. 8. An updated hazardous materials inventory and management plan for the storage and/or use of flammable, combustible, or hazardous materials shall be included as part of the initial plan review process. 9. Fire lanes shall be painted, or posted, before construction final. Information showing location of all fire lanes must be on the initial drawing submittal to the Building and Safety Department for evaluation. 10. An approved number or address shall be provided in a position that will be plainly visible from the street, or road fronting the property. Numbers are required to be a minimum of 6 inches in height. 11. This project requires the installation of lock boxes. Locations shall be identified by the Fire Dept. and boxes shall be installed, with keys, before construction final. 12. If gated access is desired to any part of this property, the gated access is required to have a card reader installed which will open the gate automatically, for emergency personnel, with a master card. 13. New on -site fire hydrants are required for this project. Existing hydrant locations within 300 feet of this project were not shown on this informational package. The water supply system shall be designed and installed, capable of providing the minimum fire flow as required by the Fire Code, and verified by a letter from the Water Department. On -site fire hydrants shall be installed as required prior to the delivery of construction materials to the job site. Plans for the on -site water system shall be submitted and approved by the Fire Departmentbefore work begins. The system shall be reviewed, approved and operational before construction materials are delivered to the site. 14. Fire Department access and turn around compliance has -not been shown on this informational package. A site plan that shows fire apparatus access roads with an unobstructed width of not less than 20 feet and a vertical clearance of 13'-6". Cul-de-sac and turn radiuses shall be a minimum of 35' (on -center). . Approved provisions for the turning radius of fire apparatus shall also be provided when a dead-end access roadway (if applicable) is in excess of 150' in length. An all-weather surface shall be provided before construction materials are delivered to the site. 15. A permit to use the building for the purpose of servicing motor vehicles is required from the Fire Department. All vehicle fuel types must be identified on the plan submittal. This information was missing from the information package submitted through the Planning Department. A statement identifying the fuel types of vehicles to be serviced must be shown on the drawings submitted to the Building and Safety Department for evaluation. If CNG, LNG or hydrogen vehicles will be serviced, additional requirements apply. In addition, service CNG, LNG or .hydrogen alternate fuel vehicles requires mechanical ventilation that will exhaust a minimum of 1 cubic per minute per square foot of garage space. Exhaust inlet openings shall be located within 6 inches of the floor. Exhaust duct openings shall be located to effectively remove vapor accumulations from all parts of the area. System must be independent of the heating and air conditioning systems and must operate continuously. 16. Floors must drain to an approved oil separator or trap discharging to sewers in accordance with the Plumbing code. If an alternate method is considered, an evaluation will be required for spill control in accordance with UBC and UFC requirements. Z:\Resos\2005 resos\05-5092 PP 04-09 Crestview.doc J Planning Commission Resolution No. 05-5092 Precise Plan No. 04-09 December 19, 2005 - Page 9 17. Portable fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of 3A30 BC shall be provided within 50 feet of all portions of the building in the service garage area and 75 feet in all other areas. The locations, and classifications, must be provided on the initial drawing submitted to the Building and Safety Department for evaluation. 18. Rooms, buildings, or areas used for storage, dispensing, use, mixing, or handling of flammable and combustible liquids shall be provided with spill control and secondary.containment. Information showing locations of any above ground tank locations were not shown on this informational submittal. This information must be provided with the initial drawings submitted to the Building and Safety Department for evaluation. 19. Floors in the service garage must be coated with a non -absorbent material. 20. If any area may accumulate flammable vapors in basements or pits, the basement or pit must have ventilation designed to prevent accumulation of those vapors. CFC, Section 2902.5. 21. Alterations, or demo, to the area must comply with CFC, Article 87 and CBC, Chapter 33. A copy of the asbestos testing report must be submitted with initial submittal to the Building and Safety Dept. If abatement is required by SCAQMD, an additional permit from the fire Department is required. 22. Gated access to the property is required to have a card reader installed which will open the gate automatically, for emergency personnel, with a master card. J. Engineering Division Requirements: 1. Comply with all conditions contained in Planning Commission Resolution No. 567. 2. The required street improvements shall include that portion of Garvey Avenue contiguous to the subject property. 3. Adequate provision shall be made for acceptance and disposal of surface drainage entering the property from adjacent areas. 4. Parking lot and driveway improvements on private property for this use shall comply with Planning Commission Resolution No. 2513 and be constructed to the City of West Covina Standards. 5. Water service facilities shall be constructed to at least meet the requirements for fire flow established by the City's Fire Department and the requirements of the subsequent water purveyor/owner of the facilities. 6. Prior to issuance of Building Permit, all of the following requirements shall be satisfied: a. A final grading and drainage plan showing existing and proposed elevations and drainage structures (and showing existing and proposed on -site and off -site improvements) shall be submitted to and approved by the Planning Department and Engineering Division. b. Arrangements for the installation of streetlights with underground wiring shall be made with Southern California Edison Company. At the time of installation, the applicant shall provide the necessary trenching and backfill. Submit two sets of the subdivision and/or development plans to the Engineering Division, Traffic and Lighting Section, to be used for designing the street lighting system. ZAResos\2005 resos\05-5092 PP 04-09 Crestview.doc c Planning Commission Resolution No. 05-5092 Precise Plan No. 04-09 + December 19, 2005 - Page 10 c. A parking lot lighting plan showing electrolier types and locations, average illumination levels, points of minimum illumination and photometric data in conformance with. Planning Commission Resolution No. 2513 and as requested shall be submitted to and approved by the City Engineer. d. An itemized cost estimate for all on -site and off -site improvements to be constructed (except buildings) shall a submitted to the Engineering Division for approval. Based upon the approved cost estimates, required fees shall be paid and improvement securities for all on -site and off -site improvements (except buildings) and 100% labor/material securities for all off -site improvements, shall be posted prior to final approval of the plans. 7. Comply with all regulations of the Los Angeles Regional Water Quality Control Board and Article lI of Chapter 9 of the West Covina Municipal Code concerning Stormwater/Urban Run-off Pollution control. 8. Provide a Soils Report and submit construction site grading plan. Show sewer connections. Pay all Engineering plan check, inspection and permit fees. I HEREBY CERTIFY, that the foregoing Resolution was adopted by the Planning Commission of the City of West Covina, at a regular meeting held on the 19P day of December, 2005, by the following vote: AYES: Redholtz, Sotelo, Rozatti, Roe NOES: None ABSENT: Thrasher ABSTAIN: None DATE: December 19, 2005 EXPIRATION DATE: December 19, 2006 If not used. Bill Roe, Chaiiimari Planning Commissi ZAResos\2005 resos\05-5092 PP 04-09 Crestview.doc 0 ATTACHMENT 7 December 29, 2005 Sue Rush, City Clerk City of West Covina P.O. Box 1440 West Covina, CA 91793 SUBJECT: APPEAL OF PRECISE PLAN NO.04-09 RHL Design Group, Inc -CRESTVIEW CADILLAC Dear Ms. Rush, On December 19, 2005 the Planning Commission adopted a resolution approving Precise Plan No. 04-09. I hereby wish to appeal this action to the City Council . pursuant to Section 26-212 of the West Covina Municipal Code. I have received several communications from residents expressing their concerns relating: to the height and size of the parking structure, which is • a part of this project. Accordingly, I request this item be brought before the City Council for a de novo hearing and have the opportunity for further review. Consistent with Resolution No. 2003-117, I also request that all fees associated with this appeal be waived. 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Azusa Canyon Road West Covina, CA 91790 STATE OF CALIFORNIA County of Los Angeles '06 JRN 17 0t 1 � r 7 ViESII' COVM PROOF OF PUBLICATION (2015.5 C.C.P.) I am a citizen of the United States, and a resident of the county aforesaid; I am over the age of eighteen years, and not a party to or interested in the above -entitled matter. I am the principal clerk of the printer of SAN GABRIEL VALLEY TRIBUNE, a newspaper of general circulation which has been adjudicated as a newspaper of general circulation by the Superior Court of the County of Los Angeles, State of California, on the date of September 10, 1957, Case Number 684891. The notice, of which the annexed is a true printed copy, has been published in each regular and entire issue of said newspaper and not in any supplement thereof on the following dates, to wit: 1/6/06 declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct. Executed at West Covina, LA Co. California this 6 day of JANUARY 20 06 signature NOTICE OF. PUBLIC HEARING ,CITY ' .OF WEST COVINA CITY (COUNCIL PURSUANT TO THE LAW AND IN FCONFORMANCE WITH THE MUNICIPAL CODE YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED OF A PUBLIC HEARING OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA CITY ,COUNCIL. )APPEAL PLANNING COMMISSION JAPPROVAL OF PRECISE. PLAN NO. 04-09 APPEAL PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVAL OF. . NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL j IMPACT !APPLICANT: Anthony Le, RHL Design Group, Inc. LOCATION: 2700 E. Garvey Avenue South iREQUEST i This is an appeal of the December 19, 2005 approval by the West Covina Planning Commission of a Precise Plan and. Negative' Declaration for this project. The project consists of a request by Crestview Cadillac for a precise plan to allow for the- construction of a 75,855-square foot, four-story parking garage and a 4,170-square foot addition' to an existing auto dealership. The proposal will . result in exterior modifications to the existing dealership building. Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) of 1970; a NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT has been prepared indicating that the project will not have a significant effect on the environment. A copy of the Negative 'Declaration of Environmental Impact is on file in the Planning Department and Regional Library for examination. Members of the public are invited to make written statements regarding said report prior to the public hearing and to make verbal presentations at the public I hearing. HE PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD: LACE: West Covina City Hall 1444 West Garvey Avenue 1 South 16 City Council Chambers Level One ;\ January 17, 2006 7:00 p.m. 1` �'iny questions, we urge you to / Nnderson at (626) 939-8423 or 'tv Hall. ��`tizen participation can `build a better City. r , 7 v. M WOTICE. OF PUBLIC BOdUNG WEST COVN CITY OF WEST COVINA CITY COUNCIL PURSUANT TO THE LAW AND IN CONFORMANCE WITH THE MUNICIPAL CODE YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED OF A PUBLIC HEARING OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA CITY COUNCIL. APPEAL PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVAL OF PRECISE PLAN NO.04-09 APPEAL PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVAL OF NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT APPLICANT: Anthony Le, RHL Design Group, Inc. LOCATION: . 2700 E. Garvey Avenue South REQUEST: This is an appeal of the December 19, 2005 approval by the West Covina Planning Commission of a Precise Plan and Negative Declaration for this project. The project consists of a request by Crestview Cadillac for a precise plan to allow for the construction of a 75,855-square foot, four-story parking garage and a 4,170- square foot addition to an existing auto dealership. The proposal will result in exterior modifications to the existing dealership building. Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) of 1970, a NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT has been prepared indicating that the project will not have a significant effect on the environment. A copy of the Negative -Declaration of Environmental Impact is on file in the Planning Department and Regional Library. for,-exatnIAation: Members of the public are invited to make written statements regarding said report prior to the public hearing and to make verbal presentations at the public hearing. THE PUBLIC HEARING -WILL BE HELD: PLACE: West Covina. City Hall 1444 West Garvey Avenue South City Council' Chambers - Level One _ DATE: January-17 2006- - - — - TIME: 7:00 p.m. If you have any questions, we urge you to contact Jeff Anderson at (626) 939-8423 or Room 208, at City Hall. Only through citizen participation can your government build a better City. Date Published: January 6, 2006 W ORDER OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA ZACase Files\PP12004\PP 04-09 Crestview Cadi11ac1City_CoundI\NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING-CC.doc