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Resolution Number 09-06-02-02RESOLUTION NO. 09-06-02-02 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CALIFORNIA CONDITIONALLY APPROVING MODIFICATION #1 TO VESTING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 16634, A RECORDED SUBDIVISION MAP FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF 155 SINGLE-FAMILY DETACHED (SFD) HOMES WITHIN A 404 -ACRE PLANNED COMMUNITY (WHISPERING HILLS ESTATES)(RANCHO SAN JUAN DEVELOPMENT, LLC) WHEREAS, Woodbridge Homes has requested approval of a modification to the subject Vesting Tentative Tract Map (TTM) including revisions to the timing of certain conditions of approval related to the construction of park improvements and the construction of water infrastructure improvements; and, WHEREAS, the City Council previously conditionally approved Vesting Tentative Tract Map (VTTM) 16634 on July 20, 2004, a subdivision for 155 single family residential lots and open space lots, on property zoned "PC" (Planned Community) and located to the west of La Pata Avenue and about 7,600 feet south of Ortega Highway; and, WHEREAS, on May 21, 2002, the City Council certified a Final Environmental Impact Report (FEIR) and Findings in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) to address the potentially significant environmental impacts of the Whispering Hills Estates project; and on July 20, 2004, certified an Addendum to the 2002 Final Environmental Impact Report (EIR); and all potentially significant impacts have been fully disclosed and adequately addressed by the prior Final Environmental Impact Report (EIR) and Addendum; and, WHEREAS, the Environmental Administrator has reviewed the project pursuant to Section 15061 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and determined that the project qualifies for a Notice of Exemption (NOE), which will be posted pursuant to Section 15061(d) of the CEQA Guidelines which provides that "the notice shall not be filed with OPR or the county clerk until the project has been approved;" and, WHEREAS, on April 14 and May 12, 2009, the Planning Commission held duly - noticed public hearings to consider and take public testimony on the proposed project and on May 12, forwarded the project to the City Council with a recommendation of approval subject to revisions; and, NOW THEREFORE BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of San Juan Capistrano hereby makes the following findings with respect to the proposed Modification to Vesting Tentative Tract Map 16634- I The proposed modifications to the tentative tract map, together with the provisions for design and improvements and the conditions of approval attached hereto as Exhibit A, are consistent with the goals, policies, and objectives of the General Plan Land Use Element and the Whispering Hills Estates Comprehensive Development Plan (CDP), because the modification does not include changes to the number of approved lots, area of residential development, nor area of open space and the proposed relocation of the private park is consistent with the General Plan Land Use Policy Map land use designation. 2. The proposed modifications to the tentative tract map are consistent with all other aspects of the General Plan and the Whispering Hills Estates Comprehensive Development Plan (CDP) with respect to drainage and sanitary facilities and utilities, including all alignments and grades thereof; location and size of all required easements and right-of-way; lot size and configuration; traffic access; grading; and such other specific requirements in the plan and configuration of the subdivision as may be necessary or convenient to ensure conformity to, or implementation of, the General Plan and the CDP. 3. The site has previously been determined to be physically suitable for the proposed type of development in that it complies with improvement and land use requirements of the General Plan and CDP Specific Plan. 4. The site has previously been determined to be physically suitable for the proposed density of development in that the residential density of 0.49 dwelling units per acre is within the maximum density of 1.0 dwelling unit/acre specified on the Land Use Policy Map and by the CDP. 5. The proposed modifications to the tentative tract map are not likely to cause significant environmental damage or substantially and avoidably injure fish or wildlife or other habitat in that the site is not designated as a wildlife habitat area, and does not contain significant wildlife resources and furthermore, all potential impacts have been addressed in the previously -certified Environmental Impact Report and Addendum for the project. 6. The proposed modifications to the tentative tract map and the type of improvements will not conflict with easements, acquired by the public at large, for access through or use of property within the proposed subdivisions in that there are no existing easements acquired by the public at large for access through or use of property within the proposed subdivision. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of San Juan Capistrano hereby approves modifications to Vesting Tentative Tract Map 16634 subject to the conditions of approval attached hereto and incorporated herein as Exhibit A, and revised to provide that the Park In -Lieu Fee/"Private Neighborhood Park" requirements shall be revised to provide that the "private neighborhood park" shall be built at the designated location within Lettered Lot "F" and Via Granada Road shall be constructed to provide homeowner access to the "private neighborhood park" upon issuance of Certificate F41 of Occupancy for the 20th home, and the Housing In -Lieu fees required of the Project shall be determined by the City's current ordinance and may be satisfied through the payment of monies and/or the dedication of land within the Whispering Hills Estates -Rancho San Juan Planned Community suitable to accommodate workforce housing. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 2nd day of June2009 NIELSEN, MAYOR STATE OF CALIFORNIA } COUNTY OF ORANGE )ss, CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO } I, MARGARET R. MONAHAN, appointed City Clerk of the City of San Juan Capistrano, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 09-06-02-02 was duly adopted by the City Council of the City of San Juan Capistrano at a Regular meeting thereof, held the 2nd day of June 2009, by the following vote: AYES': UNCIL MEMBERS: NOBS: - COUNCIL MEMBER: ABSENT. COUNCIL MEMBER: ,tCity Allevato, Freese, Hribar, and Mayor Nielsen Uso None 3 W:t.I1:1I1 dy-ly CC RESOLUTION # 09-06-02-02 [Ole] ,ID1ii11Lfl21brsly=T 191Tl1l PROJECT LOG #. Tentative Tract Map (TTM) 16634, Modification #1 PROJECT NAME: Whispering Hills Estates APPROVAL DATE: June 2, 2009 These conditions of approval apply to the above -referenced project application described in more detail below. For the purpose of these conditions, the term "applicant" shall also mean the developer, the owner or any successor(s) in interest to the terms of this approval. GENERAL CONDITIONS: A. Legal Defense. The applicant/subdivider, its agents, and assignees shall defend, indemnify and hold harmless the City of San Juan Capistrano, its elected and appointed officials and employees, and its contract consultants, from any claim, action or proceeding to attack, set aside, void, or annul any land use approval associated with this project, including but not limited to environmental impact report requirements under CEQA, rezoning approvals, subdivision map approvals, or other applicable City Municipal Code Title 9 land use approvals. Upon notice provided by City to the applicant/subdivider, its agents, or assignees, of service of process of such claims or actions, the project proponent, its agents, and assignees, shall immediately act to provide an appropriate defense to such claims or actions. The applicant/subdivider shall consult with the City Attorney regarding appropriate defense counsel in the event of the filing of such claims or actions. (CD) B. Mitigation Monitoring Program. This project shall comply with the Mitigation Monitoring Program adopted in conjunction with the Environmental Impact Report prepared for the project. (CD) C. CDP Zoning Conditions. This project shall complywith the Zoning Conditions specified in Chapter 4 of the current adopted Comprehensive Development Plan for the project. (CD & PW) D. Annexation. Prior to approval of the first final tract map for the east canyon residential area, the property owned by the applicant/subdivider between the present City boundary and the ultimate right-of-way of La Pata Avenue along the eastern boundary of the high school site and the east canyon residential area shall be annexed to the City, after approval of the necessary General Plan Amendment and prezoning, unless another schedule for annexation is approved by the City Manager. (CD) 1. THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS SHALL BE SATISFIED PRIOR TO CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL OF THE FIRST FINAL MAP OR EACH FINAL MAP, AS INDICATED BELOW, OR IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT: ENGINEERING CONDITIONS: 1.1 Access Rights from La Pata Avenue. Prior to approval of the first final tract map in the east canyon residential area or issuance of grading and right-of-way improvement permits, the applicant/subdivider shall demonstrate to the City Engineer that CC Resolution #09-06-02-02 Modification #1 to Tentative Tract Map (TTM) 16634 Conditions of Approval Whispering Hills Estates Page 2 of 27 permanent access from La Pata Avenue, as shown on Tentative Tract 16634, has been granted to the applicant/subdivider by the County of Orange and by the holders of easements on the property between La Pata Avenue and Tentative Tract 16634. (PW.) 1.2 Maintenance Road and Barrier (@- Camino Lacouague. Prior to approval of the first final map, the applicant/subdivider shall submit plans for a 16 -foot wide paved maintenance road extending from the present terminus of Camino Lacouague to the high school site and a gated fence or other barrier to control vehicular access to the maintenance road. The plans shall be approved by the City Engineer. Said road and barrier shall be constructed by the applicant/subdivider prior to issuance of the first residential building permit, other than model homes. Any deviation from these requirements shall be subject to prior City Engineer review and approval. (CD, PW.) 1.3 Access to City Open Space Property. Prior to approval of the first final map, the applicant/subdivider shall submit to the City Engineer for review, and shall obtain approval of, improvement plans for a 20 -foot wide all-weather road to provide vehicular access between La Pata Avenue and the City -owned open space property north of the high school site. The plans shall be approved by the City Engineer. Said road shall be dedicated to the City on the final map and shall be constructed by the applicant/subdivider at no cost to the City prior to issuance of the first residential building permit, other than model homes. Any deviation from these requirements shall be subject to prior City Engineer review and approval. (PW.) 1.4 Park In -lieu Fees and Private Park. Prior to approval of each final map, the applicant/subdivider shall pay a parr in -lieu fee in accordance with the provisions of Section 9-4.519, Parkland and Section 9-5.107, Parkland in -lieu fee of the Municipal Code for the lots in that final map. In addition, the applicant/subdivider shall provide for the future development of a "private neighborhood park" located in Parcel "F" of the ,east canyon" residential area as approved by the City Council and subject to the following conditions (CD, PW.): a. The precise location of the private park shall be determined by the City Council - approved modification to the Tentative Tract Map (TTM). The private park shall be maintained within lettered Lot "F" on the final map. b. The private park shall be improved by the applicant/subdivider at the issuance of the twentieth (20th) occupancy permit in the east canyon (other than model homes). These improvements shall be in accordance with final plans which shall be prepared by the applicant/subdivider and approved by the Community Development Director and may consist of passive and active improvements including, but not limited to grading, turf, trees, shrubs, groundcover, irrigation, picnic benches and tables, play equipment for young children, and walkways and other hardscape. Furthermore, in conjunction with the construction of the "private neighborhood park" improvements, the applicant/subdivider shall construct that portion of Via Granada between the pedestrian pathway (linking Via Zamora to Via Granada) and the "private neighborhood park" so as to provide pedestrian access from the 1" phase of home development on the East Canyon. c. Prior to approval of the applicable final tract map for the east canyon residential CC Resolution #09-06-02-02 Modification #1 to Tentative Tract Map (TTM) 16634 Conditions of Approval Whispering Hills Estates Page 3 of 27 area, a minimum six-foot wide pedestrian path shall be shown on the final map connecting Via Zamora to Via Granada. The pathway shall be shown on the precise grading plan and constructed by the applicant/subdividerto the satisfaction of the Community Development Director at the issuance of the twentieth (20"') occupancy permit in the East Canyon . 1.5 Street and Development Names. Prior to approval of each final map, the applicant shall submit to the City's Community Development Director for review, and shall obtain approval of, the name of the development or developments and the names of all proposed streets within the tentative tract's boundaries. The Director shall confirm that said development names and street names do not duplicate existing development and street names in the City. All approved street names shall be indicated on the Final Map. (CD) 1.6 Compliance with Map Act and Municipal Code. Prior to approval of each final map, the tract/parcel map shall be prepared and submitted in full compliance with the State of California Subdivision Map Act and the City of San Juan Capistrano Municipal Code, except as authorized by the City Council and/or Planning Commission. (PW.) 1.7 Payment of Fees and Posting of Sureties. Prior to approval of each final map the applicant/subdivider shall fulfill all applicable engineering fee requirements in accordance with the City Municipal Code, as last revised, the City Water Schedules of Rates and Charges, as last revised, and post securities to insure satisfaction performance of proposed improvements, including but not limited to, on-site and off- site grading, drainage, landscape and irrigation, erosion and sediment control, sewer, water, street and all appurtenant improvements. (PW.) 1.8 Storm Runoff Hy draulic/hy, rology Calculations. Prior to approval of each final map, the applicant/subdivider shall submit to the City Engineer for review, and shall obtain approval of, a Storm Runoff Management Plan prepared by a Registered Civil Engineer. The Management Plan shall show existing and proposed facilities, provide for acceptance of historic drainage from adjacent upstream properties, show hydraulic and hydrology studies and calculations and the methods of draining on-site and tributary areas without exceeding the capacity of any impacted street or facility and without affecting existing downstream drainage system. Said study shall be consistent with the City's Master Drainage Plan and in accordance with all applicable City regulations and Orange County Public Facilities & Resources Department (PF&RD)design criteria, and standards. (PW.) _ 1.9 SoilslGeo[oc y. Prior to approval of each final map or grading plan, whichever comes first, the applicant/subdivider shall submit to the City Engineer and Building Official for their review, and shall obtain approval of, a Soils Report/Geotechnical Feasibility Study prepared by a Registered Geologist and Soils Engineer to determine the seismic safety and soils stability of all proposed development improvements for the project and any affected adjacent properties and to provide preliminary pavement sections and substructure bedding/backfill recommendations. (PW.) _ 1.10 Wastewater Study. Prior to approval of the first final map, the applicant/subdivider shall submit to the City Engineer for review and shall obtain approval of, a Wastewater Feasibility Study, prepared by a Registered Civil Engineer, which evaluates the CC Resolution #09.06-02-02 Modification #1 to Tentative Tract Map (TTM) 16634 Conditions of Approval Whispering Hilis Estates Page 4 of 27 proposed development project and mitigates its anticipated impact on the existing Wastewater facilities system. Said study shall be consistent with the City's MasterPlan of Wastewater Facilities and the Special Provisions for the Construction of Sanitary Sewers. Any deviation from these requirements shall be subject to City Engineer review and approval. (PW.) _ 1.11 Grading Plans. Prior to approval of the first final map, the applicant/subdivider shall submit to the Community Development Director for City review and approval, a mass grading plan for the entire project site or separate mass grading plans for the east canyon and west canyon areas of the site. Such plan(s) shall be in substantial conformance with the grading concept shown on the approved tentative map. Following City approval of the mass grading plan(s), and prior to approval of each final map, the applicant/subdivider shall submit to the City Engineer and Building Official for their review, and shall obtain approval of, final grading plans prepared by a Registered Civil Engineer consistent with the approved mass grading plan. These plans shall show, at minimum, the limits of grading, the drainage, retention/detention basins, sewer, water, trails, parkways, streets and all appurtenant improvements. The extent of the topography shall be extended sufficiently beyond the tract's boundaries to determine the geological and drainage impacts to adjacent properties. The elevations shall correspond with the Orange County benchmark datum. All drainage must be conveyed to the street or a City approved drainage facility. All grading plans shall be subject to review by a third -party geotechnical consultant retained by the City to ensure geotechnical stability to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. (CD & PW.) 1.12 Drainage Barrier Between Slopes and Streets. Prior to approval of each final map, the grading and street improvement plans shall show that all street sections located within 20 feet or less from the toe of a slope of 10 feet or more in height are protected from underground water seepage by provision of a positive drainage barrier system, at the applicant/subdivider's cost, in accordance with City Standard Drawing No. 350. Any exception shall be subject to review and approval by the City Engineer. (PW.) 1.13 Erosion & Sediment Control Plans, Using Best Management Practices. Prior to approval of each final map or issuance of grading and right-of-way improvement permits, whichever comes first, the applicant/subdivider shall submit to the City Engineer and Building Official for their review, and shall obtain approval of, Erosion/Sediment Control Plans and programs, prepared by a Registered Civil Engineer, for the regulation and control of pollutant run-off by using Best Management Practices (BMPs). These plans shall show all temporary and permanent erosion control devices, effective planting of graded slopes, practical accessibility for maintenance purposes and proper precautions and fences to prevent public trespass onto certain areas where impounded water may create a hazardous condition. In order to control pollutant run-off, the applicant/subdivider shall demonstrate to the satisfaction of the City Engineer that all water quality best management practices incorporated into Whispering Hills Estates, shall be designed in accordance with the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) standards, and the requirements of Sections FA.b(2)(b) and FA.b(2)(c) of California Regional Water Quality Control Board (San Diego Region) Order No. R9-2002-0001 and City CC Resolution #09-06-02-02 Modification #1 to Tentative Tract Map (TTM) 96634 Conditions of Approval Whispering Hills Estates Page 5 of 27 guidelines and regulations, and shall show evidence satisfactory to the City Engineer that a permit has been obtained. (PW.) 1.14 Runoff Control and Water Quality Management Program. a. Prior to issuance of a mass or rough grading permit, the applicant/subdivider shall prepare and submit to the City Engineer for review, and shall obtain approval of, erosion and sediment control plans prepared by a registered Civil Engineer. All erosion and sediment control measures as specified in said approved plans shall be implemented during the mass and rough grading operation to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. b. Prior to issuance of precise grading permit, the applicant/subdivider shall submit to the City Engineer for review, and shall obtain approval of, grading plans, erosion and sediment control plans, a Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP), and drainage plans prepared by a registered Civil Engineer. 1.15 Drainage Improvement Plans. Prior to approval of each final map, the applicant/subdivider shall submit to the City Engineer for review and shall obtain approval of Drainage Improvement Plans specific to the project, which reflect consistency with the City's Drainage Master Plan. These plans shall show locations of all existing and proposed facilities. Detention/retention basins shall be designed to accommodate the 100 -year storm flow with engineered secondary overflow devices. A secondary overflow shall be also provided for storm drain systems designed with sump conditions to preclude flooding of private properties. All proposed street catch basins shall be lined with curb inlet filters or equal devices which meet the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) requirements and the City Engineer. Storm drain junction structures and catch basins shall be provided with access manholes as deemed necessary by the City Engineer. All drainage must be conveyed to the street or a City approved drainage facility. If an existing downstream drainage facility, whether it is a storm drain pipe, an open drainage channel, or an inlet basin, is inadequate or does not meet current City standards or, in the opinion of the City Engineer, is unsafe to properly carry the existing discharge and the proposed discharge generated by this project, the applicant/subdivider shall then, at applicant/subdivider cost, design and implement alternative methods of improvement for properly conveying such discharge, free of debris, in a manner acceptable to the City Engineer. Any deviation from these requirements shall be subject to City Engineer review and approval. Every proposed drainage system shall be placed within its proper easement and appropriately dedicated. The base of all slopes over ten feet in height located within 20 feet of a street section or which are adjacent to residential lots shall be provided with toe drains or other drainage devices approved by the City Engineer, in order to prevent water, mud or debris from damaging or flowing onto such streets or lots. (PW.) CC Resolution #09-06-02-02 Modification #1 to Tentative Tract Map (TTM) 16634 Conditions of Approval Whis erin Hills Estates Page 6 of 27 1.16 Public Facility Easements to be in Lettered Lots Maintained by HOA. Prior to approval of each final map, the applicant/subdivider shall demonstrate to the satisfaction of the City Engineer that public facilities, such as drainage, sewer and water, are designed to be located within the right-of-way. Any deviation shall require prior authorization from the City Engineer. If facilities are proposed in easements, said easements shall be placed in lettered lots and their surfaces shall be maintained by the Homeowner's Association. Any exception shall be subject to review and approval by the City Engineer. (PW.) 1.17 Connection to Public Drains must be Documented and I=fled. Priorto approval of each final map, the applicant/subdivider shall demonstrate to the satisfaction of the City Engineer that any proposed connections to existing public drainage system, from on- site drains, must be approved by the City Engineer. (PW.) 1.18 Dry Utilities (Electric, Telephone, Cable TV, Gast Prior to approval of each final map, the applicant/subdivider shall submit to the City Engineer for review, and shall obtain approval of, Electrical, Gas, Telephone and Cable Television installation plans to ensure compatibility with existing and proposed improvements. All utility facilities shall be underground. Vaults, transformers, juncture boxes, or any similar devices shall not be permitted above ground. Any deviation from these requirements shall be subject to prior City Engineer review and approval. (PW.) 1.19 Sewer and Water Plans. Prior to approval of each final map, the applicant/subdivider shall submit to the City Engineer for review, and shall obtain approval of, sewer and water plans prepared by a Registered Civil Engineer. These plans shall be specific to the project and shall reflect consistency with the City's Sewer and Water Master Plans, City standards, specifications and codes, and the City water standards and water specifications. The sewer plans shall include at minimum, a 16 -foot wide paved maintenance road, extending from the present terminus of Camino Lacouague to the high school site. The sewer plans shall indicate that all proposed sewer manholes shall be lined with polyurethane, or equal approved material, at the applicant/subdivider's cost to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. Any deviation from these requirements shall be subject to prior City Engineer review and approval. (PW.) 1.20 Street Improvement Plans. Prior to approval of each final map, the applicant/subdivider shall submit to the City Engineer for review, and shall obtain approval of, street improvement plans prepared by Registered Civil Engineer. These plans shall show all existing and proposed improvements including, but not limited to, traffic calming devices, striping, signage, signalization, storm drain, sewer, water and all related appurtenances. The street improvement plans shall conform to the following requirements: (PW.) a. Major Entry Street. Unless a legal recorded document is provided to the City by the Capistrano Unified School District which permits the general public to utilize "A" Street (extended), from "D" Street, westerly, up to and including the proposed traffic circle/turnaround, said "A" Street, which begins at La Pata Avenue, shall be designed to terminate with a cul-de-sac. The cul-de-sac shall have a minimum radius of 38 feet if parking is prohibited and a minimum radius of 46 feet if there is a potential to allow parking any time in the future. "A" Street, between La Pata Avenue and "D" Street, shall have a minimum curb -to -curb width of 64 feet and a CC Resolution #09-06-02-02 Modification #1 to Tentative Tract Map (TTM) 16634 Conditions of Approval Whispering Hills Estates Pae 7 of 27 landscaped center median. All landscaped areas, including the center median and parkways, shall be maintained by the master homeowners association or the homeowners association for the East Canyon residential area, and provisions for such maintenance shall be provided in the Covenants Conditions & Restrictions (CC&Rs). Any deviation or exception to this condition shall require the City Engineers review and approval. b. West Canyon Streets. Streets in the "west canyon" residential area shall have a sidewalk on the side of the street with homes and a feeder equestrian trail on the other. Width and design details shall be approved by the City Engineer, and any deviation from this requirement shall be subject to prior City Engineer review and approval. c. Local Streets. All local streets within the project shall have a minimum curb -to -curb width of 36 feet. d. Catch Basins and Gutters. For street sections with grades less than or equal to five percent, the maximum distance between catch basins shall not exceed one 1000 feet. For streets sections with grades greater than five percent, the maximum distance between catch basins shall not exceed 750 feet. Catch basins shall be designed so that there is no driveway within 20 feet upstream of the catch basin and such that the basin will function as anticipated. Cross gutters shall not be allowed at street intersections if a storm drain is within 300 feet. Any deviation shall require the City Engineer's review and approval. e. Design Speeds for Streets. Street improvement plans shall be designed per City standards. Arterial streets shall be designed for a minimum design speed of 35 miles per hour (mph) and sight distances of 45 mph at all intersections. All other streets shall have design speeds and sight distances of 25 and 35 mph, respectively, and shall be designed to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. Sidewalks. Sidewalks shall be provided on both sides of all local residential streets where houses are constructed on both sides, with a landscaped parkway between the sidewalk and the street curb. Where houses are not constructed along one side of a street frontage, a grassy swale, in compliance with NPDES requirements, shall be constructed for filtration purposes in lieu of the sidewalk. Any deviation to such standards shall require a special authorization from the City Engineer. g. No Obstructions in Sidewalks. There shall be no obstruction in any sidewalk or parkway which reduces the width to less than four feet, in compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements. h. Potential Gated Entries. Streets that may serve as potential gated entries shall be designed wide enough and in accordance with Municipal Codes 8-13.101 et seq. to accommodate such improvements in conformance with City standards. The minimum number of lanes at the call box, entering into the project, is two with a minimum width of 14 feet each. The minimum number of lanes at the call box, exiting the project, may be one with a minimum width of 16 feet. The design of the radius/turn-around shall be wide enough to handle large turning radius delivery vehicles. The minimum distance, from the projection of the cross -street curb face CC Resolution #09-06-02-02 Modification #1 to Tentative Tract Map (TTM) 16634 Conditions of Approval Whispering Hills Estates Page 8 of 27 to the call box shall be a minimum 100 feet. Any deviation to these requirements shall require a special authorization from the City Engineer. i. Street Lights. Street lights shall be provided, with Mission Bell fixtures on marbelite poles. Any exception or deviation from the above requirements shall be subject to review and approval by the City Engineer. 1.21 Traffic Improvement Plans. Prior to approval of the first final map, the applicantisubdivider shall submit to the City Engineer for review, and shall obtain approval of, traffic improvement plans for all streets within the subdivision and "A" Street prepared by a Registered Traffic Engineer. These plans shall show the striping, signage, signalization and all related appurtenances. Accompanying Traffic Control Plans shall be required prior to commencement of any street improvement work. Any exception or deviation to the above requirements shall be subject to review and approval by the City Engineer. (PW.) 1.22 Tentative Map Compliance and Closure Calculations. Prior to approval of each final map, the applicant/subdivider shall submit to the City Engineer for review, and shall obtain approval of, a final map in substantial compliance with the approved tentative map. Said map shall be accompanied with traverse closure calculations, a plotted American Land Title Association (ALTA) survey and an updated Title Search Report. Any exception or deviation to the above requirements shall be subject to review and approval by the City Engineer. (PW.) 1.23 Homeowners Association -Maintained Improvements. Prior to approval of each final map, the applicant/subdivider shall indicate on the final map that all improvements, including but not limited to, streets, drainage, street lights, street signage, striping improvements, the water quality best management practices identified in the Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP), parks, graded slopes, landscaping, and irrigation facilities within the interior of the subdivision designated as private, shall be maintained by the master association and/or sub -association or shall make other provisions for maintenance to be approved by the City. Graded perimeter slopes, fuel modification areas and natural open space are shown aggregated as a single lot on the tentative map. To facilitate maintenance and disposition of these categories of open area, graded perimeter slopes and fuel modification areas shall be placed in separate lettered lots from natural open space areas on the final map(s). In addition, an open space easement covering the entire natural open space area shall be dedicated to the City on the final map(s), at no cost to the City, for preservation of open space with no obligation to the City for maintenance or liability. (PW.) 1.24 Dedications and Maintenance Responsibility Prior to approval of each final map, the applicant/subdivider shall indicate on the final map, to the satisfaction of the City Engineer, all appropriate dedication and access rights, stating their purposes and their maintenance responsibilities. (PW.) 1.25 Trail and Bikeway Dedications, Prior to approval of each final map, the applicant/subdivider shall design to City trail standards, improve, and dedicate, at no cost to the City, the trails listed below and shall show the easement dedications on the final map. Any deviation from the trail requirements shall be subject to prior review and approval by the City Engineer. (PW.) CC Resolution #09-06-02-02 Modification #1 to Tentative Tract Map (TTM) 16634 Conditions of Approval Whispering Hills Estates Page 9 of 27 Trails shall be improved and easements dedicated to the City for all public hiking, equestrian and bicycle trails located within parcels belonging to the HOA or within parcels which are privately owned. Trails within existing or proposed City -owned parcels and/or open space do not require separate trail easements. Said dedicated trails shall include: a. A minimum 20 -foot wide trail and easement for any General Plan Trail located outside existing or proposed City -owned parcels. b. A minimum 10 -font wide trail and easement from the northwest tract boundary to the existing trail at the present terminus of Avenida La Mancha (Tract 11826). c. A minimum 10 -foot wide trail and easement linking the existing trail at the terminus of Avenida La Mancha, to the ridgeline trail extending from Tract 13823 (Juliana Farms). Said easement shall only be required for those trail portions located outside parcels proposed to be City -owned. d. A minimum 10 -foot wide feeder trail or trails providing access from all residential lots in the West Canyon area to the City's trail system. e. A minimum 16 -foot wide trail and easement from the former (Love) stable on City open space land southward along the eastern boundary of the tract to "A" Street near La Pata Avenue, and from there: (1) westward to the major ridgeline trail, and (2) southward to the Prima Deshecha trail. Said trail shall be routed along the eastern boundary of the high school, crossing the secondary access road to the High School and "A" Street at their intersections with La Pata Avenue. An equestrian -height pedestrian button shall be provided at the intersection of "A" Street and La Pata to allow safe crossing of "A" Street. The westward branch of this trail shall then go west along the south side of "A" Street, cross "D" Street either at its intersection with "A" or "E" Streets, and then connect to the existing trail on the ridgeline west of the east canyon residential area byway of a minimum 10 -ft. wide trail adjacent to the SDG&E access road. The southward branch of the trail shall extend southward from "A" Street to the south tract boundary. The City Engineer may modify this condition if he determines that construction of the trails as described is infeasible or that other trail connections will serve the same purpose. If the City Engineer determines that the trail connections described in "e" preceding cannot be accomplished for any reason, he shall require the following: a minimum 10 -foot wide feeder trail and easement extending along the north boundary of the high school site from the emergency access road to the City's stable site. The City Engineer may modify or eliminate this condition if he determines that construction of the trail as described is infeasible or that other trail connections will serve the same purpose. The ridgeline equestrian trails shall be made available for public use on Sundays when no grading equipment is active, starting the Sunday after final approval (second reading) of the Comprehensive Development Plan (CDP) ordinance by the City Council. The ridgeline trails shall be made available for everyday public use CC Resolution 1#09-06-02-02 Modification #1 to Tentative Tract Map (TTM) 16634 Conditions of Approval Whispering Hills Estates Pae 10 of 2i immediately after completion of mass grading of the east canyon, as approved by the City Engineer. The applicant/subdivider shall construct all street and trail improvements within the preceding dedications in accordance with the applicable City Standards and Trail Design Manual or to the satisfaction of the City Engineer, subject to the limitations imposed by outside agencies for habitat preservation and/or by mitigation requirements, as approved by the City Engineer. City standard trail fencing shall be installed, except as otherwise required by state or federal resource agencies. Also, wire fencing in open space areas may be substituted upon approval by the City Engineer. 1.26 CC&Rs. Prior to approval of each final map, the applicant/subdivider shall submit for review, and shall obtain the approval of, the Community Development Director, City Engineer, Public Works Director, and City Attorney, a set of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions (CC&Rs). Said CC&Rs shall be recorded with the final map and shall include, but not be limited to, the following: a. Creation of a Homeowner Association and/or a Sub -Association forthe purpose of providing for control over the uniformity of boundary fencing, and the perpetual maintenance responsibility of areas including, but not limited to, all common areas, open space, project entries, slopes, fuel modification zones, private medians and greenbelts, private parks, irrigation systems, landscaped areas, walls, driveways, parking areas, structures, private streets, street lights, drainage facilities, and all other areas to be owned and maintained by the Homeowner Association and/or Sub -association. All improvements, including but not limited to, streets, drainage, street lights, street signage, striping improvements, parks, graded slopes, landscaping, and irrigation facilities within the interior of the subdivision designated as private shall remain private and shall be maintained by the Homeowner Association and/or Sub -association, or shall make other provision for maintenance, as approved by the City Council. (PW.) b. A statement indicating that the Homeowner Association, or another entity approved by the City, shall be responsible for maintenance of the graded knoll and adjacent slope east of the high school site, unless the Community Development Director determines that maintenance will be assumed by the Capistrano Unified School District or another entity. (CD & PW.) c. The establishment of setback and height requirements for additions and accessory structures conforming to the development standards of the Comprehensive Development Plan for the project and the San Juan Capistrano Land Use Code. (CD) d. A statement indicating that open space (as provided in the lettered lots on the tentative map) shall be retained as indicated on the final map by the Homeowners Association, or other entity approved by the City, as designated open space with no structures allowed in perpetuity and maintained by a Homeowner Association and/or the Sub -association or other entity approved by the City, and that no development or encroachment shall be permitted within the designated open space, except as permitted for the Open Space district in the project's CC Resolution #09-06-02-02 Modification #1 to Tentative Tract Map (TTM) 16634 Conditions of Approval Whispering Hills Estates Page 11 of 27 Comprehensive Development Plan. (CD) e. A statement indicating that proposed amendments to any of the CC&Rs shall be submitted for review to the Community Development Director and that, if the Director determines that the amendment affects any project conditions of approval or other City regulations or requirements, the amendment will then require City Council approval prior to the amendment becoming valid. (CD) Fire prevention and defense provisions including: 1) a fire lane map, if required by the Fire Chief; 2) provisions which prohibit parking in fire lanes and a method of enforcement; 3) provisions for maintenance of fuel modification zones including the removal of all dead and dying vegetation and the inspection and correction of any deficiencies in the irrigation system three times a year; 4) a method for keeping fire protection access easements unobstructed; and 5) a requirement for approval of the Fire Chief for modifications such as installation of speed humps or bumps, control gate changes, or parking changes. (Fire) g. Criteria for maintenance of and prohibition of building construction or ornamental landscaping within private drainage facility easements, slopes and fuel modification zones within the project by the HOA (PW) h. A Surficial Soil Remediation Program consistent with the Title 9, Chapter 10 of the Municipal Code. (PW) Provisions for maintenance by the homeowners association of the water quality best management practices identified in the Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP), of all private drainage facilities, including retention/detention basins, that are made a pari of the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit issued by the City, and for inspection of open channels and catch basins annually. In addition, a provision shall be included which. establishes a separate fund for the sole purpose of maintaining such facilities. (PW.) j. A provision that gives the City the right to assume maintenance of any NPDES facilities, if the City determines that the homeowners association has not maintained said facilities in accordance with the permit requirements, and that, in such event, the homeowners association shall be financially responsible to pay City for the costs the City incurs in such maintenance role. (PW.) k. A provision that requires City approval of any amendment to the CC&Rs that will, in any manner, affect the maintenance, function, or integrity of NPDES facilities. (PW.) A statement indicating that by Octoberfirst of everyyear, annual fiscal year reports will be furnished to the City in compliance with the reporting requirements of codes and ordinances adopted by the City with respect to the NPDES program. (PW.) m. A provision that requires the west canyon lot owners and/or homeowners association to participate in the cost of moving the existing entry gate at San Juan Creek Road and Avenida La Mancha further away from San Juan Creek Road, if and when such a gate is constructed. (PW.) CC Resolution #09-06-02-02 Modification #1 to Tentative Tract Map (TTM) 16634 Conditions of Approval Whispering Hills Estates Pae 12 of 27 A provision requiring that all landscape contractors properly train their field crews so as to prevent improper pruning/trimming or ornamental maintenance of the California native plants, and providing an enforceable penalty which the HOA may impose on the landscape contractor for violation of this provision including but not limited to replacement of plant material with comparably sized new plant material. (PW) o. A provision that the homeowners association (HOA) would be responsible for the cost of replacing any enhanced paving or stamped -concrete removed by the City for the purpose of maintaining, replacing, repairing, or otherwise conducting work on underground utilities including but not limited to waterlines, sanitary sewer lines, and storm drainage lines within the proposed private streets. p. A provision that each residential lot owner shall be required to submit a preliminary landscape plan to the homeowners association's Architectural Review Board for review and approval, prior to installing any landscape improvements, and landscaping within the front yard and sides yards visible to the street, shall meet the following standards: • All landscaping within the front yard and sides yards visible to the street shall be limited to the planting of California native plant species or California -friendly species as determined by the City's Community Development Department. • All lot owners shall maintain a California native palette within the property's front yard and side yards visible from the street. • The use of natural turf within the front yard and sides yards visible to the street shall be prohibited. However, the limited use of high-quality, artificial (manufactured) turf is permissible and should not exceed 25% of the total front yard and visible side yard area. • Failure of any lot owner to comply with these landscape provisions shall be deemed a violation of the Conditions, Covenants & Restrictions (CC&Rs) and shall be punishable accordingly under the violations & penalties section of the CC&Rs. 1.27 Prior to the issuance of the 1" building permit, the applicantlsubdivider shall submit, for review and approval by the Community Development Director, a buyer's notification disclosure form to be given to all potential buyers which indicates the existence, operations, characteristics, and/or hazards of the following: (CD) a. The Prima Deshecha Landfill. b. The United States Marine Corps Base at Camp Pendleton. C. The San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station. d. The Foothill Corridor alternative alignments. e. The future extension of La Pata Avenue. f. The planned non-domestic water reservoir within the project. g. The future "private park" to be developed along Via Granada including an exhibit of the entire tract showing the future proposed park location. h. The requirement for the payment of the housing in -lieu fees prior to the issuance of "Certificate of Occupancy." i. The CC&R requirement that all homeowners are required to secure approval CC Resolution #09-06-02-02 Modification #1 to Tentative Tract Map (TTM) 16634 Conditions of Approval Whtspering Hills Estates Pae 13 of 27 of preliminary landscape plans by the homeowners association Architectural Review Board. Such plans shall be limited to the use of a California native plant palette. Ali homeowners must install and maintain California native palette landscaping within the front yard and the side yards visible from the street. A place for the buyers' written acknowledgment of these factors shall be provided on the disclosure forms. Copies of forms signed by the buyer shall be provided to the Community Development Director or designee within 30 days of the close of escrow. _ 1.28 Construction Cost Estimates. Prior to approval of each final map, the applicant/subdivider shall submit to the City Engineer for review, and shall obtain approval of, an estimate of quantities and construction costs prepared by a Registered Civil Engineer of all proposed improvements associated with this development. Said estimates shall include, but not be limited to, the costs for construction of all street improvements, signing and striping, traffic signals, street lights, on-site and off-site storm drains, water and sewers, landscape, irrigation systems, recreational trails, and the setting of survey monuments and centerline ties. Any exception to or deviation from this condition shall be subject to review and approval by the City Engineer. (PW.) 1.29 Bonding and Securities. Prior to approval of each final map, the applicant/subdivider shall execute a Subdivision Improvement Agreement with the City and shall provide performance bonds/securities for 100 percent of each estimated improvement cost, as prepared by a Registered Civil Engineer and approved by the City Engineer and City Attorney for improvements including, but not limited to, street improvements, signing, signalization, striping and street lights; storm drains, sewer, water, recreational trails, landscaping and irrigation in rights-of-way, private slopes, and open space. In addition, the applicant/subdivider shall provide labor and materials bonds/securities for 100 percent of the above estimated improvement costs, as determined by the City Engineer. An additional bond, as determined by the City Engineer and Public Works Director, shall be required for street maintenance purposes to insure the conditions of all local residential streets within the subdivision are acceptable to the City Engineer and to all affected HOAs until the last house is completed. (PW.) 1.30 Soils Subsidence Remediation Program. Prior to approval of the first final map in each of the two canyons, the applicant/subdivider shall comply with the provisions of the Municipal Code's "Soils Subsidence Remediation Program" to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. Said program shall include the formation of a Geological Hazard Abatement District, for any catastrophic soil displacement. The program shall also include the incorporation into the Conditions, Covenants and Restrictions (CC&Rs) of the Master Homeowners Association or sub associations, the remediation to surficial soil displacement, as required by separate condition herein. (PW.) _ 1.31 Submission of Digital Map. Prior to recordation of each final map, the applicant/subdivider shall submit for review, and shall obtain approval from the Orange County surveyor, of a digitized map pursuant to Orange County Ordinance 3809 of January 28, 1991. The applicant/subdivider shall pay for all cost of said digital submittal, including supplying digital copies to the City, of the final County Surveyor approved digital map in DXF format. In addition, the applicant/subdivider shall provide the City with digitized copies of all improvement (as -built) plans. (PW.) CC Resolution #09-06-02-02 Modification #1 to Tentative Tract Map (TTM) 16634 Conditions of Approval Whispering Hills Estates Page 14 of 27 _ 1.32 Fair -Share Circulation Improvement Participation. In accordance with a schedule in the Subdivision Improvement Agreement, to be executed in conjunction with City approval of the first final map, the applicant/subdivider shall pay for the project's pro -rata share of the cost of the design and construction of the street and intersection improvements to their ultimate respective widths and configurations in accordance with the City of San Juan Capistrano's Master Plan of Streets and Highways, including any applicable right-of-way acquisition, base on the proportion of traffic generated by the project, as determined in a City -approved traffic study. Any exception to, or deviation from this condition shall be subject to review and approval by the City Engineer: (PW) IntersectionlRoad Segment Required Improvements 3 Ortega Highway, Via Cordova/Hunt Construct an additional eastbound and Club Drive to La Pata Avenue: westbound lane and a guggna nces. 1.33 Off -Site Circulation Improvement Re uirements. In accordance with a schedule in the Subdivision Improvement Agreement, to be executed in conjunction with City approval of the first final map, the applicant/subdivider shall design and construct and be 100 percent responsible for the cost of the following off-site improvements to their ultimate standard configurations in accordance with the City of San Juan Capistrano Master Plan of Streets and Highways and to the satisfaction the City Engineer. The applicant/subdivider shall provide performance bonds/securities for 100 percent of each estimated improvement cast as prepared by a Registered Civil Engineer and approved by the City Engineer and City Attorney. In addition, the applicant/subdivider shall provide labor and materials bonds/securities for 100 percent of the above estimated improvement costs as determined by the City Engineer. All easements, right-of-way acquisitions, dedications and permits needed from any agency to accommodate said improvements listed below shall be processed by the applicant/subdivider at no cost to the City. Any exception to or deviation from this condition shall be subject to review and approval by the City Engineer (PW.) Intersection/Road Segment Required Improvements a. La Pata Avenue and "A" Street, the Construct the intersection, to include a primary entry roadway for both the traffic signal, two eastbound lanes on "A" high school and the residential area Street, and the improvements to La Pata Avenue required by the County of Orange in accordance with Cooperative Agreement No. D03-044. 1.34 Off -Site Circulation Improvement Reauirements Subiect to Partial Reimbursement. Except as otherwise set out in accordance with a schedule in the Subdivision Improvement Agreement to be executed in conjunction with City approval of the first final map, the applicant/subdivider shall design and construct and be initially responsible for all the cost of the off-site improvements listed below to their ultimate standard configurations in accordance with the City of San Juan Capistrano Master Plan of Streets and Highways and to the satisfaction the City Engineer. All easements, right-of-way acquisitions, dedications and permits needed from any agency to accommodate said improvements listed below shall be processed by the applicant/subdivider at no initial cost to the City. The City, upon a written request from CC Resolution #09-06-02-02 Modification #9 to Tentative Tract Map (TTM) 96634 Conditions of Approval Whispering Hills Estates Page 96 of 27 the applicant/subdivider, will enter into a reimbursement agreement to partially repay the applicant/subdivider in accordance with the provisions of the Capistrano Circulation Financing Program (CCI=P). However, if any improvements identified below are constructed by another party, the applicant/subdivider shall pay for the project's pro -rata "fair share" of the cost of the design and construction of the street, intersection and traffic signal improvements to their ultimate respective widths and configurations in accordance with the City of San Juan Capistrano's Master Plan of Streets and Highways, including any applicable right-of-way acquisition, base on the proportion of traffic generated by the project, as determined in a City -approved traffic study. The applicant/subdivider shall provide performance bonds/securities for 100 percent of each estimated improvement cost as prepared by a Registered Civil Engineer and approved by the City Engineer and City Attorney. In addition, the applicant/subdivider shall provide labor and materials bonds/securities for 100 percent of the above estimated improvement costs as determined by the City Engineer. Any exception to or deviation from this condition shall be subject to review and approval by the City Engineer. (PW.) WATER INFRASTRUCTURE CONDITIONS: 1.35 Water Improvement Agreement. Prior to approval of each final map, the applicant/subdivider shall execute a Water Improvement Agreement with the City including a Water Improvement Phasing Plan, shall pay all applicable Water Development Charges as last revised, and shall post the required securities in compliance with City water standard specifications. (Water) 1.36 Fire Flow Demands. Prior to approval of each final map, the applicant/subdivider shall obtain from the Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) the required fire flow demands and fire protection requirements to serve the development within that final map and shall provide evidence of satisfactory fire flow. (Water) 1.37 Dedication of Water Facilities. Prior to approval of each applicable final map, the applicant/subdivider shall dedicate on the final map, at no cost to the City, all public water facilities, water rights and the required easements to the City for project improvements. (Water) Intersection/Road Se meat Required Improvements a. 1-5 Southbound Ramps & Ortega Construct an additional eastbound right - Highway turn lane. b. 1-5 Northbound Ramps & Ortega Construct an additional lane on the off- ff- Highway: Hi hwa : ram . c. Ortega Highway East of 1-5: Installation of a signal coordination and surveillance system along Ortega Highway from 1-5 to La Novia Road. (Video surveillance will provide incident detection and quick removal of problem vehicles. d. La Pata Avenue Roadway and Construct improvements as required by the Antonio Parkway/La Pata & Ortega County of Orange in accordance with Highway Intersection Coope tive Agreement No. D03_044. [ WATER INFRASTRUCTURE CONDITIONS: 1.35 Water Improvement Agreement. Prior to approval of each final map, the applicant/subdivider shall execute a Water Improvement Agreement with the City including a Water Improvement Phasing Plan, shall pay all applicable Water Development Charges as last revised, and shall post the required securities in compliance with City water standard specifications. (Water) 1.36 Fire Flow Demands. Prior to approval of each final map, the applicant/subdivider shall obtain from the Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) the required fire flow demands and fire protection requirements to serve the development within that final map and shall provide evidence of satisfactory fire flow. (Water) 1.37 Dedication of Water Facilities. Prior to approval of each applicable final map, the applicant/subdivider shall dedicate on the final map, at no cost to the City, all public water facilities, water rights and the required easements to the City for project improvements. (Water) CC Resolution #09-06-02-02 Modification #1 to Tentative Tract Map (TTM) 16634 Conditions of Approval Whispering Hills Estates Paste 16 of 27 1.38 Sewer and Water Pians. Prior to approval of each final map, the applicant/subdivider shall submit to the City Engineer and the Water Engineering Manager for review, and shall obtain approval of, sewer and water plans prepared by a Registered Civil Engineer. These plans shall include, but shall not be limited to, the following water requirements: (Water) a. The water main pipelines for both domestic and non-domestic facilities within the tract's street improvements shall have a minimum diameter of 8 -inch for looped systems and 12 -inch diameter for single source water systems, unless otherwise determined by the Water Engineering Manager. b. All water main pipelines, through open space areas, shall be fully welded steel water mains that are cement mortar lined & coated (CML&C) with a deep well anode and an impressed current cathodic protection or an acceptable alternative corrosion resistant water system as approved by the Water Engineering Manager. c. All water main pipelines shall have a minimum diameter of 12 -inch for domestic water and 12 -inch for non-domestic water through the open space areas connecting the east and west canyon residential development sites, subject to approval by the applicable resource agencies. If such approval cannot be obtained, an alternate design that serves the same hydraulic function shall be developed. d. The applicant/subdivider shall design water main pipelines that are adequate to provide the required water demand for domestic and fire protection purposes, and the required water demand for non-domestic irrigation facilities. Domestic Water Improvements e. The applicant/subdivider shall design the following off-site domestic water main connections and pipelines in accordance with City water standard specifications, unless otherwise determined by the Water Engineering Manager: 1) A domestic water main from the 12 -inch water main located along the northerly boundary of Tract 13726. 2) A domestic water main from the proposed 24 -inch SC04 pipeline In La Pata Avenue up to the proposed school site and extending along the entire south and southwesterly boundary of the school site, 3) A domestic water main from the proposed 24 -inch SC04 pipeline along the southerly boundary of tract 16634. 4) A domestic water main connecting the east and west canyon areas of the development. Emergency pumping connections between the 575 HGL and the 700 HGL pressure zones near the eastern boundary of Tentative Tract 16634. CC Resolution #09-06-02-02 Modification #1 to Tentative Tract Map (TTMj 16634 Conditions of Approval Whispering Hills Estates Page 17 of 27 g. The applicant/subdivider shall design all required pressure reducing stations (PRS) and piping in order to serve a range of acceptable water pressure for the domestic water facilities. This shall include, but shall not be limited to, the following: 1) A domestic water PRS between the 760 HGL and 700 HGL pressure zones, or as required, to be located along southerly boundary of the tract, in the area where the proposed SC04 12" stub out is to be located. 2) A domestic water PRS between 700 HGL and 575 HGL pressure zones, oras required, near the western boundary of the east canyon residential area. 3) A domestic water PRS between 760 HGL and the 575 HGL pressure zones, or as required, to be located near the connection to the proposed SC04 pipeline in La Pata Avenue. Non -Domestic Water Improvements h. The applicant/subdivider shall design the following off-site non-domestic water main connections and pipelines in accordance with City standard specifications, unless otherwise determined by the Water Engineering Manager: 1) A non-domestic water main from the 8 -inch non-domestic water main at the west end of Calle Los Elegantes. 2) A non-domestic water main pipeline that shall be extended (stubbed out) to La Pata Avenue for future improvements. 3) A water main pipeline that shall be extended (stubbed out) to the southeasterly boundary of Tentative Tract 16634. i. The applicant/subdivider shall design a reduced pressure principle assembly (RPPA) between the domestic and non-domestic water facilities for the areas to be irrigated that are not able to be served by the proposed non-domestic reservoir. The RPPA(s) shall be located near the southeasterly boundary of Tentative Tract 16634, 1.39 Non -Domestic Reservoir. Prior to approval of the first final map, the applicant/subdivider shall enter into an agreement with the City to provide a site for a non-domestic reservoir within the tentative map boundaries. The agreement may include the following provisions: a. Reimbursement and/or fee credit to the applicant/subdivider based on fair market value of the reservoir site. b. Site area and location. c. Grading. d. Mitigation of view impacts, such as partial or complete burial of the tank, berming, tank color, landscaping, etc. e. Access road/easement. f. Reservoir construction routes. CC Resolution #09-06-02-02 Modification #1 to Tentative Tract Map (TTM) 16634 Conditions of Approval Whispering Hills Estates Pae 18 of 27 The City shall be responsible for processing land use entitlements and environmental approvals for the reservoir. The applicant/subdivider shall not be required to design or build the reservoir. The applicant/subdivider shall agree to share with Cityall available site data on proposed reservoir locations, such as environmental, soils, drainage, or other studies previously completed for the subdivision, and to cooperate with the City to facilitate the property acquisition process without undue delay. The applicant/subdivider small agree to coordinate construction of the reservoir with construction of the subdivision improvements to the extent feasible and reasonable. (Water & PW.) FIRE PROTECTION CONDITIONS: 1.40 Secured Fire Protection Agreement. Prior to approval of the first final map, the applicant/subdivider shall submit evidence of a Secured Fire Protection Agreement with the Orange County Fire Authority to mitigate adverse cumulative impacts of the project on the OCFA. Such an agreement may include participation on a pro rata basis in funding capital improvements necessary to establish adequate fire protection facilities to serve the project. (Fire) 1.41 Fire Protection Area Notation. Prior to approval of each final map, the applicant/subdivider shall place a note on the map or site plan meeting the approval of the Fire Chief that all requirements for development and construction within a "Fire Protection Area", including increased street widths, Class A roof assemblies, fire sprinklers, etc. will be met. (Fire) 1.42 Fuel Modification Plan. Prior to approval of each final map, the applicant/subdivider shall obtain approval from the Fire Chief, in consultation with City staff, for a conceptual fuel modification plan and program. (Fire) 1.43 Sprinkler Notation. Prior to approval of each final map, the applicant/subdivider shall include a note on the map stating that all residential structures exceeding 5,500 square feet and all structures exceeding fire department access requirements shall be protected by an automatic fire sprinkler system in a manner meeting the approval of the Fire Chief. (Fire) 1.44 Traffic Signal Pre-emption E ui ment. Prior to approval of the applicable final maps, as determined by the Fire Chief in consultation with City staff, the subdivider shall enter into an agreement with the County for the installation of traffic signal preemption equipment for the surrounding controlled intersections. This agreement shall be accompanied by financial security. (Fire) 2. THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS SHALL BE SATISFIED PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF THE GRADING AND/OR RIGHT-OF-WAY IMPROVEMENT PERMITS SPECIFIED BELOW, OR IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE WATER IMPROVEMENT PHASING PLAN: _ 2.1 Permits Required. Prior to the commencement of any grading or construction activity not provided for in previously -approved permits, a permit shall be required. All improvement work, whether performed on-site or off-site, shall require a permit to ensure the integrity and safety of all existing and proposed improvements affected by CC Resolution #09-06-02-02 Modification #1 to 'tentative Tract Map (TTM) 16634 Conditions of Approval Whisperinq Hills Estates Pae 19 of 27 construction activities. (PW.) 2.2 County Approval of La Pata Access and Improvements Prior to issuance of right-of-way improvement permits for any work within the City's jurisdiction, the applicant/subdivider shall submit to the City Engineer copies of all required encroachment permits and construction authorization issued from the appropriate agencies and property owners affected by the proposed La Pata Avenue improvements and by the construction of the access roads from La Pata, to Tentative Tract 16684. The applicant/subdivider shall also submit to the City Engineer a copy of an executed agreement with the County of Orange for the use of La Pata Avenue as a perpetual access to the project. Said permits and agreement shall be accompanied by County approved street improvement plans for all the work associated with the La Pata Avenue improvements. All submitted documentation and plans shall be subject to review and approval by the City Engineer. (PW.) 2.3 Mylar of Final Map. Prior to issuance of grading and right-of-way improvement permits subsequent to final map recordation, the applicant/subdivider shall submit to the City Engineer a reproducible copy/mylar of the project's recorded final map. The applicant shall also submit for review, and shall obtain approval of, the Orange County surveyor of a digital Map pursuant to Orange County Ordinance 3899 of January 28, 1991. the applicant shall pay for all costs of said digital submittal, including supplying digital copies to the City of the final County Surveyor -approved digital map in DXF format. All Digital Submissions shall conform to the latest edition of the City of San Juan Capistrano Digital Submission Standards. (PW.) _ 2.4 Recycling/Reduce Debris Act of 1989 (CIWMA). Priorto issuance of grading and right- of-way improvement permits, the applicant/subdivider shall submit to the City Engineer for review, and shall obtain approval of, a program complying with the requirements of the California Integrated Waste Management Act of 1989 to reduce construction and demolition debris through recycling. (PW.) 2.5 NPDES Industrial Permit for Grading. Prior to issuance of mass grading and right-of- way ight-ofway improvement permits, the applicant/subdivider shall submit a Notice of Intent (NOI) to the California State Water Resource Control Board for coverage under the State National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Program (NPDES) General Permit for storm water discharges associated with development/construction activity in excess of five acres of land. Evidence that this requirement has been met shall be submitted to the City Engineer. (PW.) 2.6 Grading Access and Haul Route Plan. Prior to issuance of mass grading and right-of- way improvement permits, the applicant/subdivider shall submit to the City Engineer for review, and shall obtain approval of: (PW.) a. An on-site plan showing location of the access point, for the earth moving and grading equipments and for workers vehicles entering and exiting the site. All construction related deliveries and activities shall access the site from La Pata Avenue only a. An off-site haul route plan for soil importation/exportation circulation and for heavy construction related deliveries. The haul route plan shall specify the dates and CC Resolution ##09-06-02-02 Modification ##1 to Tentative Tract Map (TTM) 16634 Conditions of Approval Whisperinq Hitts Estates Page 20 of 27 times and headways for hauling activities in compliance with all applicable City standards. The City Engineer may require a security deposit in conjunction with approval of the haul route plan. 2.7 Mitigation of Drainage and Grading Problems. Prior to issuance of grading and right- of-way improvement permits, the applicant/subdivider shall adhere to the following conditions during the entire grading and construction operation: (PW.) a. If any drainage problem is anticipated or occurs during construction, the applicant/subdivider shall provide and implement a solution acceptable to the City Engineer, at no cost to the City, and shall submit a recorded instrument to insure the durability of the solution b.. Any grading work beyond the limits of grading shown on the approved grading plans shall require a written approval from the City Engineering and Building Director and shall be subject to a supplemental Geotechnical Soils Report and additional fees. 2.8 Construction Phasing and Mitigation Program. Prior to issuance of grading and right- of-way improvement permits, the applicantlsubdivider shall pay a cash deposit for restoration and cleanup purposes in an amount to be determined by the Building official, and shall prepare and adhere to a Construction Phasing and Mitigation program, approved by the Community Development Director and Building Official containing, but not limited to, the following controls: (PW. & CD) a. Grading: Haul route for the movement of on and off-site of heavy earth -moving equipment. 2. Location of assembly and storage/service areas for heavy earth -moving equipment and limits of hours of operation. 3. Control of worker access to site, including hours of work, limits on noise sources, and dust and soil importlexport. 4. Compliance with environmental mitigation measures, including stockpiles and dust impacts. 5. A schedule and the method of performing the grading, stockpiling and construction of all improvements in each phase. b. Enforcement: 1. The Community Development Director and Engineering and Building Director may modify the Construction Phasing and Mitigation program standards if on-site observations indicate that construction activities are creating a nuisance to adjacent property. 2. The applicant/subdivider shall hire a project enforcement person approved CC Resolution #09-06-02-02 Modification #9 to Tentative Tract Map (TTM) 96634 Conditions of Approval Whispering Hills Estates Pae 29 of 27 by the Engineering and Building Director to ensure compliance with the Construction Phasing and Mitigation Program. 3. If the City determines that the applicant/subdivider is in violation of the approved construction Phasing and Mitigation program, the Community Development Director and/or the Engineering and Building Director are authorized to shut down the project by reason of said violation. 2.9 Capistrano Circulation Fee Program (CCFP). Except as otherwise set out in accordance with a schedule in the Subdivision Improvement Agreement to be executed in conjunction with City approval of the first final map, the applicant/subdivider shall pay fees, in the amount established by City Council at the time of permit issuance, as required by the CCFP at issuance of building permits. (PW.) WATER INFRASTRUCTURE CONDITIONS: 2.10 Design of Water Facilities. Prior to approval of grading permits, the applicant/subdivider shall design all domestic and non-domestic water facilities in compliance with City water standard specifications. If a water improvement phasing plan is to be implemented, the phasing plan shall be submitted with the improvement plans to the City Engineer and the Utilities Engineer for approval. (Water) FIRE PROTECTION CONDITIONS: 2.11 Fire Hydrant Location. Prior to issuance of a precise grading permit, the applicant/subdivider shall submit a fire hydrant location plan to the Fire Chief for review and approval. (Fire) 2.12 Fire Access Roads. Prior to issuance of a precise grading permit, the applicanVsubdivider shall submit and obtain approval of the Fire Chief and City Staff of plans for fire protection access roads to within 150 feet of all portions of the exterior of every structure on the site, unless exempted from this requirement by the Fire Chief in consideration of the provision of alternate measures, such as the installation of fire sprinklers. The plans shall include plan and sectional views and indicate the grade and width of the access road measured flow -line to flow -line. When a dead-end street exceeds 150 feet or when otherwise required, a clearly marked fire apparatus access turnaround shall be provided and approved bythe Fire Chief (The applicant/subdivider should contact the OCFA at 714-744-0499). (Fire) 2.13 Fire Lanes. Prior to issuance of a precise grading permit, the applicant/subdivider shall submit and obtain approval of the Fire Chief and City Staff of plans for fire lanes on required fire access roads less than 36 feet in width. The plans shall indicate the locations of red curbs and signage and include a detail of the proposed signage, including the height, stroke and colors of the lettering and its contrasting background. (Fire) 2.14 Conceptual Fuel Modification Plan. Prior to issuance of a precise grading permit, the applicant/subdivider shall obtain approval from the Fire Chief, in consultation with City staff, for a conceptual fuel modification plan and program. The plan shall indicate the CC Resolution ##09-06-02-02 Modification ##1 to Tentative Tract Map (TTM) 16634 Conditions of Approval WhiEpering Hills Estates Page 22 of 27 proposed means of modifying vegetation to reduce the risk to structures. (Fire) 2.15 Fire Road Access Gates. Prior to issuance of a precise grading permit, the applicant/subdivider shall obtain approval from the Fire Chief for the construction of any gate across required fire access roads. (Fire) 3. THE FOLLOWING CONDITION SHALL BE SATISFIED PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF RESIDENTIAL BUILDING PERMITS, OR IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE WATER IMPROVEMENT PHASING PLAN: 3.1 Workforce Housing_ Requirement. The applicant/subdivider shall meet the General Plan Housing Element's affordable housing requirement by either (1) prior to the issuance of a "Certificate of Occupancy" for each market rate dwelling unit, paying an in -lieu housing fee to the City pursuant to Section 9-5.103, "Housing in -lieu fee" of Title 9, Land Use Code in affect at that time; or, (2) prior to the issuance of the 1St building permit for a market rate dwelling unit, provide for the development of a minimum of sixteen (16) affordable housing units subject to a City -approved and recorded Affordability Agreement restricting the rental and/or sale of such units to qualifying "low income" and/or "very -low income" households for a period of not less than thirty (30) years; or, (3) convey property within the Whispering Hills Estates Planned Community to the City suitable for development of workforce housing provided that if the appraised land value is less than the total required in -lieu housing fees, then the applicant/developer shall pay an in -lieu fee equal to the difference to the City; and, if the appraised value of such land exceeds the total required housing in -lieu fees, then the City will pay the applicant/developer the difference. For alternative 2 above, the applicant/subdivider shall be responsible for securing the required planning application approvals for the development of such affordable housing, and shall secure the required building permits prior to the issuance of the 1 st building permit for any market rate housing units, and shall complete construction and secure all "Certificates of Occupancy" for the affordable housing units prior to the issuance of any "Certificates of Occupancy" for the market rate units. (CD) 3.2 Development Plans. Prior to issuance of the first building permit for each development phase, the applicant/subdivider shall submit development plans to the Community Development Director for City review and approval. Plans to be reviewed shall be as applicable to the particular development phase under review and, in general, shall include grading plans (unless previously approved by the City), preliminary site and landscape plans, park plans (if applicable to the development phase), architectural elevations, wall/fence plans, project entry and gate plans, sample material boards, and other plans as specified by the Community Development Director. Landscaping plans shall provide at least one street tree per residential lot in the east canyon residential area. Architectural elevations will not be required for West Canyon homes if the Community Development Director confirms that the West Canyon will consist of custom home development only. (CD) 3.3 California Native Landscaping. In conjunction with the submission of a building permit for irrigation system improvements in the front yard and the side yards visible to the street, the property owner shall submit a preliminary landscape plan for the area to the Community Development Department for review and approval and shall meet the following standards: CC Resolution ##09-06-02-02 Modification ##1 to Tentative Tract Map (TTM) 16634 Conditions of Approval WhispgLLng Hills Estates Pae 23 of 27 • Said landscape plan shall be limited to the use of California native plants or California -friendly plants as determined by the Community Development Director or his designee. • The irrigation system will use only drip system devices, stream bubblers, soaker hoses, and similar water -conserving irrigation devices. • The property owner shall complete the installation of all landscape improvements consistent with the City -approved preliminary landscape plan, and furthermore, shall maintain a California native plant palette. • The planting of ornamental or invasive plant species shall be prohibited. 3.4 Site for SONGS Warning Siren. Prior to issuance of a building permit far the first home within the project (other than model homes), unless released by the City Engineer, the applicant/subdivider shall design, construct, and dedicate to the City a graded pad for a SONGS warning siren with a minimum usable pad area of 12'x 12', an all-weather access road, and phone and electrical service, at a location within the tract boundaries approved by the City Engineer. This condition may be deleted by the City Engineer if he determines that an alternative site has been provided for the warning siren (PW.) 3.5 Maintenance Road and Barrier Camino Lacouague. Prior to issuance of a building permit for the first home within the project (other than model homes), a 16 -foot wide paved maintenance road extending from the present terminus of Camino Lacouague to the high school site and a gated fence or other barrier to control vehicular access to the maintenance road shall be constructed by the applicant/subdivider to the satisfaction of and in accordance with plans approved by the City Engineer. (PW.) 3.6 Access Road to City Open Space. Prior to issuance of a building permit for the first home within the project (other than model homes), a 20 -foot wide all-weather road to provide vehicular access between La Pata Avenue and the City -owned open space property north of the high school site shall be constructed by the applicant/subdivider to the satisfaction of and in accordance with plans approved by the City Engineer. (PW. WATER INFRASTRUCTURE CONDITIONS: 3.7 Completion of Water Facilities. Prior to issuance of building permits for each building phase, the applicant/subdivider shall complete the construction of all domestic and non-domestic water facilities as indicated, in compliance to City water standard specifications, unless otherwise provided in the Water Improvement Phasing Plan, and shall comply with the provisions below. Any exception to, or deviation from this condition shall be subject to review and approval by the Utilities Director. (Water) a. Prior to issuance of the 1" building permit in the east canyon with the exception of building permits for a maximum of three model homes, the applicant/ subdivider shall complete construction of the connection to the SC -04 waterline to the south on the landfill property, including the on-site domestic system and any remaining portions of the reclaimed water system related to the east canyon side. b. Prior to issuance of the 71St building permit, the applicant/subdivider shall complete construction of the off-site domestic and reclaimed waterlines located westerly of CC Resolution #09-06-02-02 Modification #1 to Tentative Tract Map (TTM) 96634 Conditions of Approval Whispering Hills Estates Pae 24 of 27 westerly of the property. Said waterlines will be constructed in paved or gravel roadway alignments depicted on Exhibit A (Whispering Hills Waterline Exhibit), attached hereto and incorporated herein. If the west canyon grading has not been completed, the applicant/subdivider shall construct over land domestic and recycled waterlines from the southerly end of Avenida La Mancha to the current end point of the westerly 12" domestic and recycled waterlines which connect to the east canyon along the route described as the "Temp Over -land 12" Domestic WT." c. Prior to the sale of any single lot in the west canyon, the applicant/subdivider shall construct all permanent, underground domestic and recycled waterlines from the southerly end of Avenida La Mancha to the current end point of the westerly 12" domestic and recycled waterlines which serve the east canyon. The applicant/subdivider shall include a provision within the sales agreement for individual lots specifying that lot owners may not request and the City shall not be obligated to issue any building permit until permanent, underground waterline improvements have been completed. The intent of this provision is to ensure that. all permanent, underground domestic and recycled waterlines are constructed prior to the sale of any lots. All other conditions of development for the domestic and reclaimed water system still apply. Additionally, no building permit and/or certificate of occupancy shall be issued for any single lot in the west canyon prior to completion of all underground domestic and recycled waterlines from the southerly end of Avenida La Mancha to the current end point of the westerly 12" domestic and recycled waterlines which serve the east canyon. FIRE PROTECTION CONDITIONS: 3.8 Fuel Modification. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the applicant/subdivider, under the supervision of the Fire Chief, shall complete the portion of the approved fuel modification pian determined to be necessary before the introduction of any combustible materials into the project area. Approval shall be subject to an on-site inspection. (Fire) 3.9 Confirmation Letter. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the applicant/subdivider shall submit a letter on company letterhead stating that water for fire -fighting purposes and all-weather fire protection access roads shall be in place and operational before any combustible material is placed on site. Building permits will not be issued without Orange County Fire Authority approval obtained as a result of an on-site inspection. (Fire) 3.10 Hazardous Materials. If any hazardous materials are to be used or stored on site, prior to the issuance of a building permit, the applicant/subdivider shall complete and submit to the Fire Chief a copy of a "Hazardous Materials Disclosure Chemical Inventory and Business Emergency Plan" packet. (Fire) 3.11 Fire Sprinklers. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the applicant/subdivider shall submit plans for any required automatic fire sprinkler system in all structures to the Fire Chief for review and approval. (Fire) CC Resolution #09-06-02-02 Modification #1 to Tentative Tract Map (TTM) 16634 Conditions of Approval Whispering Hills Estates Page 25 of 27 4. THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS SHALL BE SATISFIED PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF CERTIFICATES OF OCCUPANCY 4.1 Filing -of Property Corner Survey Records. Prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy for the first home within the project (other than model homes), the applicantlsubdivider`s surveyor shall file the appropriate property corner survey records with the County Surveyor and show written confirmation indicating compliance with the County Recorder, as required by Section 8771 of the Business and Professions Code (PW.) _ 4.2 Completion of All Improvements to the City's Satisfaction. Prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy for the first home within the project (other than model homes), the applicant/subdivider shall complete, to the satisfaction of the City Engineer, all facility improvements required of this development and necessary to serve the development, including the off-site sewer main line along San Juan Creek Road, in accordance with the City approved Construction Phasing and Mitigation Program, the approved plan, and approved exceptions (PW.) 4.3 Installation of Landscaping. Prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy for the first home within each development phase (other than model homes), the applicant/subdivider shall submit a letter to the Community Development Director, signed by a Registered Landscape Architect, stating that all materials for all landscaped areas have been installed in accordance with the approved pians for each development phase, and shall demonstrate to the satisfaction of the Community Development Director that all landscaped areas have been landscaped per the approved landscape plans. (CD) FIRE PROTECTION CONDITIONS: 4.4 Hydrant "Blue Dots". Prior to the issuance of a certificate of use and occupancy, the applicant/subdivider shall install blue reflective pavement markers on streets, as approved by the Fire Chief, to mark the location of all fire hydrants. (Fire) 4.5 Completion of Fuel Modification. Prior to the issuance of a certificate of use and occupancy, the applicant/subdivider shall implement and complete the fuel modification plan under the supervision of the Fire Chief with an approved plant pallet. The fuel modification zones shall be subject to triennial inspections. (Fire) 4.6 Completion of Sprinkler System. Prior to the issuance of a certificate of use and occupancy, the applicant/subdivider shall demonstrate that any required sprinkler system is operational in a manner meeting the approval of the Fire Chief. (Fire) 5. THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS SHALL BE SATISFIED PRIOR TO ACCEPTANCE OF IMPROVEMENTS AND RELEASE OF PERFORMANCE SECURITIES 5.1 Provide As -Built M,, I� Prior to acceptance of the works of improvements and release of performance securities, the applicant/subdivider shall submit to the City Engineer for review, and shall obtain approval of, the reproducible "as -built" mylar plans of all on- site and off-site improvement works completed and accepted. Said plans shall be prepared by a Registered Civil Engineer. Also, the applicant/subdivider shall submit CC Resolution #t09-06-02-02 Modification ##1 to Tentative Tract Map (TTM) 16634 Conditions of Approval Whispering Hills Estates Page 26 of 27 shall submit digital copies of all as -built plans in accordance with the latest edition of the "City of San Juan Capistrano Digital Submission Standards". (PW.) 5.2 Videotape of Sewers and Storm Drain Pi es. Prior to acceptance of improvements and release of performance securities, the applicant/subdividershall submit to the City Engineer for review, and shall obtain approval of, a videotape, filmed in the presence of a City Staff representative/inspector, of all sewer and drainage improvements. The videotape shall become the property of the City. (PW.) 5.3 Monumentation and Corner Records. Prior to acceptance of improvements and release of performance securities, the applicant/subdivider's surveyor shall set all required monumentation and re-establish any damaged or destroyed monumentation during construction. Monumentation, street centerline ties and appropriate corner records shall be submitted to the City Engineer and filed with the County Surveyor in compliance with AB 1414 and Sec. 8771 of the Business and Professions Code. (PW.) 5.4 Prior to acceptance of improvements and release of performance securities, the minimum six-foot wide pedestrian path from the "E" Street cul-de-sac to the private neighborhood park east of "B" Street shall be paved. WATER INFRASTRUCTURE CONDITIONS: 5.4 Mylar Record Drawings. Prior to the acceptance of water improvements and release of performance securities, the applicant shall submit to the City Engineer and the Water Engineering Manager for review, and shall obtain approval of, reproducible "record drawing" mylar plans that call out any deviations from the approved signed plans of all the domestic water system, non-domestic water system, and the landscape irrigation system. These record drawings shall also be submitted to the City in digital format in accordance with the latest edition of the City of San Juan Capistrano Digital Submission Standards. (Util & PW.) Responsible Agencies: CD: CD-B&S: PW -ENG: UTIL: OCFA: Community Development Department Community Development -Building & Safety Public Works -Engineering Division Utilities Department Orange County Fire Authority Applicant Acceptance of Conditions of Approval: Applicant Signature Todd Cunningham, Woodbridge Development Date CC Resolution #09-06-02-02 Modification #1 to Tentative Tract Map (TTM) 16634 Conditions of Approval Whispering Mills Estates Pae 27 of 27