CITY OF BELMONT

MEMORANDUM

TO: Planning Commission

FROM: Carlos de Melo, Community Development Director

SUBJECT: April 18, 2017 Planning Commission Meeting 5A

Single Family Design Review Request for Extension of Approval
Application No. 2017-0018 Vacant Lot on Arthur Avenue (APN: 044-242-050)

SUMMARY

The property owner, Ali Ordoubadi, requests an extension of the Planning Commission approval of
a Single Family Design Review (SFDR) for a 2,052 sq. ft. single-family home on a vacant 6,153
square foot lot (approved project Application No. 2014-0025).

BACKGROUND

On March 1, 2016, the Planning Commission approved by a vote of 5-0 the subject SFDR request.

SITE CONDITIONS

The subject property is located in a single-family neighborhood developed primarily with multi-level
and two-story single-family homes with wood and stucco exterior finishes. The 6,153 square-foot
interior lot has a 44% slope with a steep downslope from the front of the property to the rear.

The site is undeveloped and covered in native grasses and several mature trees (surveyed by the City
Arborist) that are on or encroach onto the site.

The applicant proposes to construct a new split-story 2,052 square foot single-family residence
consisting of the following:

Main Floor Level

The proposed 1,043 square foot main floor level consists of the following:

Garage
Great room and Kitchen
Half bath
Stairs and Landing
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Lower Floor Level

The proposed 1,009 square foot lower floor level consists of the following:

Master Suite with closet and bath

Two Bedrooms
Bathroom
Laundry

Exterior Materials/Colors

The exterior materials of the proposed residence include:

Roof/Eaves & Entry Canopy: Metal material finished in a light gray color.

Exterior Walls: Stucco (finished in a gray color) and wood-based siding (finished in natural wood
tones)

Trim: Aluminum framed windows and doors finished in a dark brown color

Garage Door: Wood-based design with frosted glass

See Attachment D March 1, 2016 Planning Commission staff report for additional background
information for the project.

Extension Request

The one-year deadline for taking a building permit (and vesting the approval) expired on March 1,
2017. Based on the letter (dated 3/28/17) submitted by the project applicant, the current property
owner purchased the property and accompanying entitlements on August 23, 2016 and needs
additional time to prepare construction drawings for submittal of the building permit. In addition, the
applicant could not start the groundwork associated with the construction of the home in the short
time available before the winter grading moratorium. Took effect in mid-November 2016, and will
end April 15, 2017.

An applicant can request no more than two 1-year extensions of an original SFDR entitlement. The
applicable Zoning Ordinance statutes for extension approvals are as follows:

Section 10.5 APPLICATIONS - EXTENSION OF TIME

10.5.1 EXTENSION OF TIME - The Planning Commission may grant up to two 1-year extensions of
the expiration dates for variance, conditional use, design review, and exception permits it
originally granted upon making the following findings:
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(a) The governing regulations under which the permit was originally approved have not
changed in a way that have established different findings, development standards, or
evaluation criteria.

(b) The applicants have presented a reasonable explanation of the delay in completing the
project and have demonstrated intent to complete the project within the next year.

(c) The surrounding neighborhood conditions and site characteristics have not changed
in a way that would no longer provide a factual basis for positively reaffirming the
original findings.

Section 10.5 allows the Planning Commission to extend planning approvals it originally granted.
Such extension is not required to be requested before, or granted prior to the one-year deadline.

CONCLUSION

Staff has reviewed the request in light of the required findings and found:

(a) The City Council reviewed and adopted amendments to Exceptions to Single Family Floor
Area Standards, Design Review, and other regulations for residential development in the
Belmont Zoning Ordinance, adopted Residential Design Criteria, and modified the Residential
Design Guidelines throughout 2016. The current project is in general conformance with the
Citys current Single Family Floor Area and Design Review Standards and Findings as
described below:

Floor Area Exception

The project is generally in conformance with the Citys current Floor Area Exception Findings
and standards1. Per the current zoning code, staff calculated the average Floor Area Ratios for
properties within the same zoning district and within 300 feet from the exterior boundaries of
the project site. Based on staff analysis, the average FAR is .253 or 1,556 sq. ft. in building
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Exceptions to Single Family Floor Area Standards
(A) The granting of the exception will achieve one or more of the following:
i. Greater floor area equity among property owners with different sized lots and within the same zoning
district and neighborhood without the resulting Floor Area Ratio (FAR) exceeding the average FAR
for properties within the same zoning district and within 300 feet from the exterior boundaries of the
project site.
ii. Enable interior additions located within the confines of the existing exterior walls; (iii) Assist in
providing required off-street garage parking (for existing residences that currently have substandard
parking).
iii. Assist in providing required off-street garage parking (for existing residences that currently have
ubstandard parking).
(B) The granting of the exception will not result in a substantial adverse impact to the views or privacy of
adjacent property owners.
(C) The granting of the exception will not result in significant bulk for a new building or a significant increase
in building bulk for an existing building.
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size. The maximum allowable FAR for the site is .272 or 1,644 sq. ft. in building size. The
average FAR is less than maximum permitted for this site. Thus, a .272 FAR will be permitted
for this site.

A 2,052 sq. ft. dwelling (.333 FAR) was approved for the site. Although the Exceptions to
Single Family Floor Area Standards have changed, the project lot (6,153 square feet) is
sufficient to support the proposed dwelling size. The architectural details for the dwelling
appear to moderate the building bulk and are appropriate for the site and the neighborhood.

The project as designed appears not to affect the views or privacy of adjacent homes. The
proposed dwelling is partially obscured from view by existing vegetation and the topography
of the lot.

The architectural style of the proposed residence is generally well designed to complement
the site. The proposed floor area will not result in a physical structure that creates significant
bulk.

Residential Design Review

The project is in general conformance with the Citys current Design Review Findings2,
Design Criteria and modified Residential Design Guidelines. The lot is vacant and situated on
the downhill side of Arthur Avenue. The proposed split-story structure would not disrupt
public views as assessed from Arthur Avenue.

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Standards For Approval
(a) The buildings and structures shown on the site plan will be:
1) Designed to be compatible with any existing development on the site;
2) Located and designed to minimize disruptions of existing public views, and to protect the profile of
prominent ridgelines.
(b) The overall site and building plans will achieve an acceptable balance of the following factors:
1) building bulk,
2) grading, including:
A) disturbed surface area, and
B) total cubic yards, cut and fill.
3) The aesthetic impacts of hardscape as viewed from a public vantage point.
(c) All proposed accessory and support features, including driveway and parking surfaces, underfloor areas,
retaining walls, utility services and other accessory structures will be integrated into the overall project design.
(d) The proposed landscape plan will incorporate:
1) Native plants appropriate to the sites environmental setting and microclimate, and
2) Appropriate landscape screening of proposed accessory and support structures.
(e) The project will be in substantial compliance with the Residential Design Guidelines and Residential Design
Criteria as applicable.
(f) City staff and consultants have provided technical review and conditions of approval have been adopted, as
applicable, regarding project-related grading, drainage, storm-water runoff, vehicular and pedestrian access,
site stability, structural encroachments, and construction impacts.
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The project consists of a combination of exterior materials (wood and stucco siding) and
architectural elements help reduce building bulk/mass. The Project site would be graded in
compliance with the Citys grading ordinance and standard conditions of approval to assure
that project construction and operations do not result in offsite soil or water erosion. The
hardscape features at the front of the site are necessary to gain access and provide parking for
the project.

All support and site features (i.e. driveway and associated structural components) are
appropriately integrated into the overall site design.

The landscape plan appears acceptable for the site.

The project incorporates Prescribed Articulation of the Residential Design Criteria standards
to address the building bulk at the affected building elevations. The proposed house is
designed to step down the slope of the existing terrain. The project includes window and door
detailing to help reduce building mass by breaking up the various building planes. The exterior
balconies/decks and railing provide relief to break up the bulk and mass of the structure. The
house would utilize neutral colors and materials that would blend with the site and surrounding
area. As such, the project is in compliance with the Residential Design Guidelines and
Residential Design Criteria.

As part of the project review process, the Consulting City Geologists and Arborist, Citys
Department of Public Works and Building Division, have compiled a list of project-specific
conditions of approval which would be required during construction. All construction will be
completed in compliance with the California Building Code and the National Pollutant
Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) standards as administered by the City of Belmont.

(b) The applicants have provided a reasonable explanation for the delay. It should be further noted
that the previously approved project shall obtain Council approval for a permanent
encroachment for the proposed driveway bridge structure and associate structural components
to be addressed, before issuance of grading and building permits could occur.

(c) There have been no significant changes to the surrounding Arthur Avenue neighborhood in
the past year. There have been no significant Planning Commission approvals for projects in
the general vicinity on the subject property. There have also been no changes to the
characteristics of the project site.

Staff believes an extension is warranted. Should the Commission grant the extension, the entitlements
would be valid until March 1, 2018 unless a building permit has been issued before then or a second
extension is requested and approved. In conclusion, staff believes the findings for granting an
extension (Section 10.5.1. a-c) can be made in the affirmative.
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ATTACHMENTS

A. Applicant SFDR Extension Request

B. Resolution approving extension of Single Family Design Review
C. Conditions of Approval
D. March 1, 2016 Planning Commission Staff Report & Project Plans (no additional attachments)
 RESOLUTION NO. 2017

RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF BELMONT

APPROVING AN EXTENSION OF A SINGLE FAMILY DESIGN REVIEW &
FLOOR AREA EXCEPTION FOR A VACANT LOT ON ARTHUR AVENUE

WHEREAS, Paymum Building & Development, Inc., applicant, on behalf of Ali

Ordoubadi, property owner, requests an extension of the Planning Commission approval of a
Single Family Design Review and Floor Area Exception to construct a 2,052 square-foot single-
family residence on a vacant lot on Arthur Avenue (APN: 044-242-050); and,

WHEREAS, Environmental Review was required and the City of Belmont determined the
project to be categorically exempt pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act, Section
15303 Class 3(a); and,

WHEREAS, the Planning Commission hereby adopts the staff memorandum dated April
18, 2017 and the facts contained therein as its own findings of facts.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Planning Commission of the City of

Belmont hereby extends Single Family Design Review and Floor Area Exception approval for a
2,052 square-foot single-family residence on a vacant lot on Arthur Avenue (APN: 044-242-050)
to March 1, 2018, based upon the following findings and subject to the conditions in the attached
Exhibit C.

Section 10.5.1 (a-c) (Extension of Time):

(a) The governing regulations under which the permit was originally approved have not
changed in a way that have established different findings, development standards, or
evaluation criteria.

The applicable amended Single Family Design Review and Floor Area Exception statutes have
not generally changed in a manner such that evaluation of the project and approval under the
different findings, development standards, or evaluation criteria is unreasonable. The project is
thoughtfully sited for the property, attractively designed, and is in general conformance with the
Citys Residential Design Guidelines and Criteria. This finding is affirmed.

(b) The applicants have presented a reasonable explanation of the delay in completing the
project and have demonstrated intent to complete the project within the next year.

The applicant has provided a reasonable explanation for the delay. It should be further noted that
the previously approved project shall obtain Council approval for a permanent encroachment for
the proposed driveway bridge structure and associate structural components to be addressed before
issuance of grading and building permits could occur. This finding is affirmed.
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(c) The surrounding neighborhood conditions and site characteristics have not changed in a
way that would no longer provide a factual basis for positively reaffirming the original
findings.

There have been no significant changes to the surrounding Author Avenue neighborhood in the
past year. There have been no significant Planning Commission approvals for projects in the
general vicinity of the subject property. There have also been no changes to the characteristics of
the project site. This finding is affirmed.

* * * * * * * * * * * * * *

I hereby certify that the foregoing resolution was duly and regularly passed and adopted by
the Planning Commission of the City of Belmont at a regular meeting held on April 18, 2017.

AYES,
COMMISSIONERS:
NOES,
COMMISSIONERS:
ABSENT,
COMMISSIONERS:
ABSTAIN,
COMMISSIONERS:
RECUSED,
COMMISSIONERS:

Carlos de Melo
Planning Commission Secretary
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CONDITIONS OF PROJECT APPROVAL

SINGLE FAMILY DESIGN REVIEW & FLOOR AREA EXCEPTION
VACANT LOT ON ARTHUR DRIVE (2014-0025)

I. COMPLY WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS OF THE COMMUNITY

DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT:

A. The following conditions shall be shown on plans submitted for a building permit and/or
site development permit or otherwise met prior to issuance of the first building permit
(i.e., foundation permit) and shall be completed and/or installed prior to occupancy and
remain in place at all times that the use occupies the premises except as otherwise
specified in the conditions:

Planning Division

1. Plans submitted for building permit and all construction shall conform to the plans on file
in the Planning Division for Appl. No. 2014-0025, date stamped 2/16/16. The Director of
Community Development may approve minor modifications to the plans.

2. All construction and related activities which require a City building permit shall be
allowed only during the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, and
10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturdays. No construction activity or related activities shall
be allowed outside of the aforementioned hours or on Sundays and the following
holidays: New Years Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day,
Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. All gasoline powered construction equipment
shall be equipped with an operating muffler or baffling system as originally provided by
the manufacturer, and no modification to these systems is permitted.

3. Prior to issuance of building permits, the property owners shall file with the Director of
Community Development, on forms provided by the City, an acknowledgment that they
have read, understand and agree to these conditions of approval.

4. In accordance with the Belmont Zoning Ordinance, the permit(s) granted by this approval
shall expire one (1) year from the date of approval, with said approval date indicated on
the accompanying Planning Commission resolution. Any request for extension of the
expiration date shall be made in accordance with the applicable provisions of the
Belmont Zoning Ordinance.

5. In the event that this approval is challenged by a third party, the property owners and all
assignees will be responsible for defending against this challenge, and agree to accept
responsibility for defense at the request of the City. The property owners and all
assignees agree to defend, indemnify and hold harmless the City of Belmont and all
officials, staff, consultants and agents from any costs, claims or liabilities arising from the
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approval, including without limitation, any award of attorneys fees that might result from
the third party challenge.

6. The project is subject to Public Works Department and City Geologist review and
approval with the following conditions:

Geotechnical Plan Review The Project Geotechnical Consultant shall review

and approve all geotechnical aspects of the project building and grading plans
(i.e., site preparation and grading, site drainage improvements and design
parameters for shoring, foundations and retaining walls) to ensure that their
recommendations have been properly incorporated.

The results of the plan review should be summarized by the geotechnical

consultant in a letter and submitted to the City Engineer prior to issuance of
building permits.

Geotechnical Construction Inspection The Project Geotechnical Consultant shall

inspect, test (as needed), and approve all geotechnical aspects of the project
construction. The inspections should include, but not necessarily be limited to:
site preparation and grading, site surface and subsurface drainage improvements,
and excavations for foundations and retaining walls prior to the placement of steel
and concrete.

The results of these inspections and the as-built conditions of the project should
be described by the geotechnical consultant in a letter and submitted to the City
for review prior to final (as-built) project approval.

7. The project is subject to Community Development Department and Consulting City

Arborist (CCA) review and approval with the following conditions regarding tree
removal, tree retention measures, tree protection fencing and irrigation. The following
shall be included as tree protection notes in the final stamped building set of plans.

(a) PRUNING / ARBORIST OF RECORD:

(i) It is suggested that the applicant retain a qualified ISA-Certified Arborist

to perform tree care work per American National Standard Institute
(ANSI)-A300 Tree Shrub and Other Woody Plant Maintenance / Standard
Practices. Specific Prescriptions:

Italian stone pine #1: ANSI A300-compliant arborist cable

installation between codominant mainstems, deadwood removal,
endweight reduction pruning.
Pepper tree #10: Root crown excavation (neighbor-owned tree,
will require permission).
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Monterey pines #12 and #13: Monitor condition to determine if

pitch canker is affecting the trees such that they decline further into
the category of very poor, at which time removal of the trees
may be warranted.

(b) TRUNK BUFFER:

(i) Affix a trunk buffer around each tree being retained in relatively close
proximity to existing pipes that may be demolished, proposed new work,
and the root protection zone fence lines (i.e. Trees #1, 3, 7, 8, 9 (if
retained), 12 (if retained), 13 (if retained), 14).

(ii) Best Management Practice for tree protection of trees to remain on a site is
to wrap an entire roll of orange fencing around the lower 8 feet of trunk of
each tree, and affix 2X4 or 1X4 boards (or waste wood of similar
dimensions) around the circumference of the trunk, and secure with duct
tape on the outside only (do not use wires).

(c) ROOT PROTECTION ZONE:

(i) Install chain link fence (exact locations of fence to be determined during
the pre-construction field meeting). This fencing shall be known as the
root protection zone or RPZ. The approximate routes are shown as red
dashed lines on the CCAs tree location map mark-up in the arborist
report.

(ii) Fencing material used for all protective fences must be steel chain-link, at
least five-feet in height, mounted on two-inch diameter galvanized iron
posts 7-feet in length, driven a minimum of 24-inches into the ground.
Posts for post and hook fencing must be mounted no wider than 6-feet on-
center (O.C.). This fence must be erected prior to any heavy machinery
traffic or construction material arrival on site. Note: Create a +/- 18 inch
wide open gap in each RPZ fence perimeter so that arborists and other tree
protection related personnel can access the areas inside the RPZ. A silt
fence shall be dug into the ground per package directions along the bottom
edge of the uphill sides of the chain link root protection zone fences, and
zip tied or otherwise affixed to the RPZ as a barrier against liquid waste
encroachments. Use straw erosion control wattles pinned down with
wooden pins along the bottom edges of the chain link fences.

(iii) The protective fencing shall not be temporarily moved during

construction, unless authorized by the CCA through an email or other
written form. Materials, tools, excavated soil, liquids, substances, etc. shall
not be placed or dumped, even temporarily, inside the RPZ. Storage,
staging, work, and/or other activities shall not occur inside the RPZ
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without the expressed written (emailed) permission from the Contract City
Arborist. The CCA shall be contacted 48 hours advance notice when
requesting that a fence section be temporarily moved or removed.

(iv) The TPZ fencing shall have one sign affixed with UV-stabilized zip ties to
the chain link at eye level for every 15-linear feet of fencing, minimum
8X11 size each, plastic laminated or otherwise waterproofed, stating
TREE PROTECTION FENCE DO NOT ALTER OR REMOVE CALL
OR E-MAIL THE CITY ARBORIST 48-HRS ADVANCE (650) 697-
0990 or drtree@sbcglobal.net

(d) PROJECT ITEMS:

(i) Arborist Monitor: Retain the CCA to be on-site during the demolition of
the existing plastic drain pipe near trees #1, 12, and #13. Call the CCA 48
hours advance notice prior to the scheduled time and date of footing
demolition in that area.

(e) ROOT PRUNING:

(i) If any woody roots measuring 1 inch diameter or greater are encountered
during site work within 20 feet of trees being retained, stop site plan work
and call a qualified tree care contractor to prune roots at right angles to the
root growth direction, using sharp tools such as an A/C powered Sawzall,
lopper, professional pruning saw, etc. SAwzall blades specifically made
for wet wood pruning are labelled pruning and have relatively large
teeth compared to metal cutting demolition blades.

(ii) If roots are required to be left exposed for more than 24 hours, then cover
with six (6) layers of wet, muddy burlap. If possible, cover the root(s)
completely with existing site soil and wood chip mulch, and irrigate
thoroughly to saturate the uppermost 24 inches of the soil profile. Cover
the soil with wood chip mulch.

(iii) If roots are shattered or broken, then the backdigging protocol must be
used prior to root pruning in order than the roots be severed at a location
with undamaged tissue. Consult with the CCA for more information on
backdigging, or refer to the handout referenced below.

(iv) Call the CCA at cell 415-203-0990 immediately upon encountering the
roots (prior to pruning) so that digital images of the root locations, depths,
and densities can be archived.
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(f) WATER SPRAY & TEMPORARY IRRIGATION:

(i) If standard pressure water is available on site, spray off foliage of all trees
being retained on a 1x/month basis using a high power garden hose to
wash both the upper and lower surfaces of the foliage. This helps keep the
gas portals (stomata) unclogged for better gas exchange which is crucial
for normal tree function.

(ii) If directed to do so by the CCA, apply heavy 2x/month irrigation to areas

between 10 feet and 20 feet out from the trunks of specific trees being
retained (pine #1, oak #7, oak #8), using a water trunk, tow-behind tank
and spray apparatus, emitter lines, soaker hoses, garden hose on trickle,
and/or other above-grade temporary water delivery system. Irrigation
locations will be determined by the CCA.

(iii) The CCA will test relative soil moisture during his construction
monitoring site visits using a 24 Lincoln soil moisture probe/meter to
determine if temporary irrigation needs to be increased or otherwise
adjusted.

(g) TREE REMOVAL FEES:

(i) Removal fees: Applicant shall pay a removal fee of $5,000 for all
regulated trees (Trees #2, 5, 6, & #9) being removed due to direct/ indirect
conflicts with proposed work/site plan.

(ii) The applicant shall pay in- lieu fees of $3,479 (in-lieu fees for required
mitigation plantings which will not be installed). Payment can be made at
the Permit Center where building staff will route all fees to the Parks
Departments Tree Planting and Establishment Fund.

(iii) A bond of $ 5,000 shall be posted with City to hedge against damage to or
death of potentially impacted trees to tree numbers 1, 7, & 8 in close
proximity to the proposed work. The CCA will determine prior to final
occupancy permit issuance if certain tree specimens were negatively
impacted by site plan construction activity to the degree that a damage fee
would be required to be paid in the amount of partial or full tree removal
fees plus in-lieu fees as applicable.

(h) ARBORIST INSPECTIONS & FEES:

(i) The applicant shall pay a tree inspection fee of $1,560 at the Permit
Center, payable to the City of Belmont prior to permit issuance and prior
to the initial tree protection inspection meeting on site to cover inspections
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and signoff letters by the city arborist throughout the life of the project
($1,200 arborist fee plus 30% City mandated administration fee).

(ii) Additional Hourly: The CCA may charge additional fees at the regular
contract hourly rate of $100/hour for additional services such as when
requested by the project build team to be on-site to monitor demolition,
trenching, pier drilling, excavation, etc. within 20 feet of trees being
retained.

(iii) Project team shall meet with CCA on-site prior to commencement of
demolition, to go over items such as, but not limited to, final root
protection zone fence routes for trees being retained with special attention
to tree #1 which exhibits a root zone that extends under and surrounding
the proposed flyway driveway, trunk buffer specifications, pruning
prescriptions for specific trees (especially neighbor-owned trees that are
suggested to receive branch endweight reduction pruning), root pruning
protocols, landscape installation and permanent irrigation types and
limitations, temporary irrigation methods/locations for the construction
period, drainage and utility trench realignments and minimum offsets in
relation to trees being retained, and land contour grading and drainage
swale grading daylight limits to optimize tree root zone protection, as
applicable.

8. Building plans shall be submitted that reflect that no part of the residence shall exceed the
28-foot height limit as measured from the finished grade to the uppermost point of the
residence. A California licensed surveyor or civil engineer shall provide a wet-stamped
certification that the home conforms with the 28-foot height limit prior to the roof
diaphragm inspection.

9. Prior to issuance of a building permit, a construction management plan shall be submitted

for review and approval by the Community Development Department in consultation
with the Department of Public Works, Fire Department and the Police Department.
Routes for construction-related traffic (hauling, deliveries, workers, etc.) shall be
identified in consultation with the Department of Public Works, such that construction-
related traffic will not disproportionally impact any streets. No staging shall be permitted
on the public right-of-way. Said plan shall include notice to surrounding property owners
and properties along the designated construction traffic route(s) two weeks prior to
grading, and identification of haul route(s) and staging areas for the project. Grading,
hauling and construction delivery traffic shall be timed to avoid peak hour school and
work commute traffic. Said plan shall also identify the maximum size of construction
equipment/trucks, during construction, expected temporary street closure and the use of
flag personnel during construction, and the location of construction worker parking/car-
pooling. Failure to abide by the established construction management plan may result in a
stop work order.
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10. A landscape post inspection shall be required upon completion of the project. The
applicant shall contact Mid-Peninsula Water Districts Water Conservation Admin
Specialist at (650) 591-8941 or jeanettek@midpeninsulawater.org for more information.

Building Division

1. Prior to any construction, the applicant or a designated representative shall obtain all of
the required building permits for the project. The applicant will be required to provide a
construction and demolition-recycling plan as a condition of the building permit. The
Building Department will inspect for compliance with this plan. The conditions of
approval for this permit also require the applicant to perform all work in conformance
with the NPDES requirements.

2. This project is subject to the School Facilities Fee. Proof of payment must be presented to
the City of Belmont before the permit will be issued. Contact the Sequoia Union School
District directly for further information (Sequoia Union School District, Maintenance &
Operation, 480 James, Ave., Redwood City, CA 94062. 650.369.1411 ext. 2290 or 2203.
www.seq.org).

3. Pursuant to the Belmont Fire Department Ordinance #2013-001, CFC Section 903, the
building shall include a fire sprinkler system and the plan will be a deferred submittal.

4. The City of Belmont Municipal Code requires a soils and engineering geology report for
all new or substantially altered foundations. Provide such a report and a letter from the
geotechnical engineer confirming that the foundation plan has been reviewed and that it
has been determined that the recommendations in the soils report are properly
incorporated into the plans. BMC 7-12, IBC 106.1 & 1804.3

5. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the applicant shall submit a survey. The plan
shall be prepared and signed by a California registered civil engineer or surveyor.

6. All retaining walls shall be engineered and subject to the California Building Code
Standards.

7. Plans to be submitted for a building permit shall show the location of all transformers,
fire standpipes, and back flow preventers.

8. The contractor/property owner shall be responsible to post hours of operation and phone
numbers for noise complaints.

9. The contractor/property owner shall provide space on the subject property for recycling
containers.

10. The contractor/property owner shall provide a list of construction and demolition
recycling service providers.
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11. The applicant/owner shall investigate opportunities for salvaging material for reuse.

12. The applicant/owner shall be responsible to notify all contractors and subcontractors of
the City of Belmont expectations of maximizing diversion of solid waste.

13. Specify that the 2013 California Code of Regulations as amended by the State of
California and all applicable City of Belmont ordinances will be employed during this
project.

14. General. Class 2 ignition-resistant construction shall be in accordance with Chapter 7A of

the California Building Code.

II. COMPLY WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS OF THE PUBLIC WORKS

DEPARTMENT:

A. The following conditions shall be shown on plans submitted for a building permit and/or
site development permit or otherwise met prior to issuance of the first building permit
(i.e., foundation permit) and shall be completed and/or installed prior to occupancy and
remain in place at all times that the use occupies the premises except as otherwise
specified in the conditions.

1. Install new sidewalks and curbs and gutters in accordance with the Department of
Public Works approved standards.

2. A residential driveway approach shall be installed in accordance with Department of

PublicWorks approved standards.

3. Roof leaders and site drainage shall be directed to the City stormwater drainage system.
A dissipator box or other energy reduction method shall be used.

4. Efficient irrigation systems shall be used throughout all landscaped areas in accordance
with the Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance [or comparable local ordinance].

5. Projects with architectural copper should, if possible, purchase copper materials that
have been prepatinated at the factory. Whether patination is done offsite or onsite,
applicant should consider coating the copper materials with an impervious coating that
prevents further corrosion and runoff. If patination is done onsite, implement one or
more of the following:

Discharge the rinse water to landscaping. Ensure that the rinse water does not
flow to the street or storm drain. Block off storm drain inlet if needed.

Collect rinse water in a tank and pump to the sanitary sewer. Contact your
local sanitary sewer agency before discharging to the sanitary sewer.
Collect the rinse water in a tank and haul offsite for proper disposal.
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6. Projects subject to Provision C.3.i (individual single family home projects that create
and/or replace 2,500 square feet or more of impervious surface, and other projects that
create and/or replace at least 2,500 square feet of impervious surface but are not C.3
Regulated Projects) shall implement at least one of the six site design measures listed
below:

a) Direct roof runoff, and runoff from sidewalks, walkways, and/or patios onto
vegetated areas.

b) Direct roof runoff into cisterns or rain barrels and use rainwater for irrigation or
other nonpotable use.

c) Direct roof runoff onto vegetated areas.

d) Direct runoff from sidewalks, walkways, and/or patios onto vegetated areas.

e) Direct runoff from driveways and/or uncovered parking lots onto vegetated area.

f) Construct sidewalks, walkways, and/or patios with permeable surfaces.

B. The following conditions shall be met prior to the issuance of the first building permit
(i.e., foundation permit) and/or site development permits except as otherwise specified in
the conditions.

1. Prior to insurance of a building permit, the applicant shall obtain Council approval for a
permanent encroachment for the proposed driveway bridge structure and associate
structural components prior to issuance of building permit.

2. The applicant shall dedicate a storm drain easement (10 typical but allowed to reduce to
7 wide for the portion next to the building) for the 12 storm drain pipe prior to issuance
of building permit. Applicant shall submit easement dedication application with fee, legal
descriptions, easement deed and plats etc.

3. The applicant shall remove and replace the existing 12 CMP with 12 RCP from the
existing storm manhole (on Arthur Avenue) and along the west side of property next to
the building. The applicant shall be required to construct new manholes at angle points
and connections to the existing pipe.

4. The property owner/applicant shall apply for and obtain temporary encroachment permits
from the Department of Public Works for work in the City public right-of-way,
easements or property in which the City holds an interest, including driveway, sidewalk,
sewer connections, sewer clean-outs, curb drains, storm drain connections, placement of
a debris box.
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5. Property owner/applicant shall apply for and obtain a grading permit from the
Department of Public Works. The grading permit fee is based on the total amount of earth
moved including cut and fill.

6. Verify location of utility meters, valves, back flow preventers, and hydrants with
appropriate utility company. Show relationship of each to site improvements, such as
retaining walls.
7. The owner/applicant shall submit a grading plan prepared by a California-registered Civil
Engineer in accordance with City Grading Ordinance, Chapter 9, Section 3 of the City
Code, with a grading permit application, for approval by the Department of Public Works
and Building Division prior to any grading or clearing being performed on-site.
a) The applicant should note that if the proposed grading meets one or more of the
criteria outlined in Section 9-23 of the City Code, a Planning Commission review
will be required. Caution: If the total grading quantity changes after Planning
Commission approval, a new grading approval may be required. The applicant
may choose to complete the grading plan and calculations early in the planning
process to limit delays in scheduling this review. (See Section 9-28 of City Code
for review process). The plan shall incorporate the following restrictions:
b) All soils stockpiled on the site during construction shall be covered or otherwise
protected from wind and water erosion.
c) During construction, erosion and sedimentation control plans shall be
implemented in order to retain sediments on-site.
d) Site grading and finished construction shall be designed and executed in such a
manner as to avoid diverting runoff onto other properties.
e) Restrictions and recommendation of the Geologic and Soils report as approved by
the Citys Geologist.
8. The owner/applicant shall submit a dust control plan for approval by the Department of
Public Works. To reduce dust levels, exposed earth surfaces shall be watered as
necessary. The application of water shall be monitored to prevent runoff into the storm
drain system. Spillage resulting from hauling operations along or across any public or
private property shall be removed immediately. Dust nuisances originating from the
contractors operations, either inside or outside of the right-of-way shall be controlled.
The measures shall also include:
a) Water all active construction sites at least twice daily.
b) Cover all trucks hauling soil, sand, and other loose materials or require all trucks
to maintain at least two feet of freeboard.
c) Pave, apply water three times daily, or apply (non-toxic) soil stabilizers on all
unpaved access roads, parking areas, and staging areas at construction sites.
d) Sweep daily (with water sweepers) all paved access roads, parking areas and
staging areas at construction sites.
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e) Sweep streets daily (with water sweepers) if visible soil material is carried onto
adjacent public streets.
f) Hydroseed or apply (non-toxic) soil stabilizers to inactive construction areas
(previously graded areas inactive for ten days or more).
g) Enclose, cover, water twice daily, or apply non-toxic soil binders to exposed
stockpiled materials.
h) Install sandbags or other erosion-control measures to prevent silt runoff to public
roadways.
i) Replant vegetation in disturbed areas as quickly as possible.
j) Watering should be used to control dust generation during the break-up of
pavement.
k) Cover all trucks hauling demolition debris from the site.
l) Use dust-proof chutes to load debris into trucks whenever feasible.
m) Water or cover stockpiles of debris, soil, sand or other materials that can be blown
by the wind.
n) All construction equipment shall be maintained and properly tuned in accordance
with manufacturers specifications. All equipment shall be checked by a certified
mechanic and determined to be in proper running order prior to operation.
o) Diesel powered equipment shall not be left inactive and idling for more than five
minutes, and shall comply with applicable BAAQMD rules.
p) Use alternative fueled construction equipment, if possible.
q) All vehicle speeds on unpaved roads shall be limited to 15 mph.
r) Post a visible sign with the telephone number and person to contact at the Lead
Agency regarding dust complaints. This person shall respond and take corrective
action within 24 hours. The Air District phone number shall also be visible to
ensure compliance with applicable regulations.

9. The proposed development may add or replace the impervious surface area of the
property. The applicant shall provide calculations showing the total impervious area of
the completed project with the building permit application. Calculations shall be
submitted to the Department of Public Works for review and approval.

10. A written report prepared by a Geotechnical Engineer shall be submitted in accordance

with Section 9-36 of the City Code.

11. A written report prepared by a Geotechnical Engineer shall be submitted in

accordance with Section 9-36 of the City Code.
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12. Applicant must possess a valid sewer lateral certificate issued under City Ordinance
Section 21-213 before receiving a final building permit for:
a) Improvements valued by the building official at $200,000 or more, or

b) Work associated with a change in water service (e.g. change in meter size or
adding a second meter).

13. The applicant shall install a sanitary sewer connection in accordance with Department
of Public Works and approved standards, and pay the applicable sewer connection fee.

14. The applicant shall submit an erosion and sedimentation control plan describing Best
Management Practices (BMPs) to be used to prevent soil, dirt, and debris from entering
the storm drain system. The plan shall include the following items:

a) A site plan showing the property lines, existing and proposed topography, and
slopes; areas to be disturbed, locations of cut/fill and soil storage/disposal area;
areas with existing vegetation to be protected; existing and proposed drainage
patterns and structures; watercourses or sensitive areas on-site or immediately
downstream of project; and designated construction access routes, staging areas
and washout areas.
b) Erosion and sediment controls to be used during construction, selected as
appropriate from the California Regional Water Quality Control Board, San
Francisco Bay Region Erosion and Sedimentation Control Field Manual
(available from: Friends of the San Francisco Estuary, P.O. Box 791, Oakland,
CA 94604-0791.
c) Methods and procedures to stabilize denuded areas and install and maintain
temporary erosion and sediment control continuously until permanent erosion
controls have been established.
d) Provision for preventing erosion and trapping sediment on-site, such as sediment
basins or traps, earthen dikes or berms, fiber rolls, silt fence, check dams, storm
drain inlet protection, soil blankets or mats, covers for soil stock piles and/or other
measures.
e) Provisions for installing vegetative cover in disturbed areas, including areas to be
seeded, planted, and/or mulched, and types of vegetation proposed.
f) Provision for diverting on-site runoff around exposed areas and diverting off-site
runoff around the project site (e.g., swales and dikes).
g) Notes, specifications, and/or attachments describing the construction, operation
and maintenance of erosion and sediment control measures, including inspection
frequency; methods and schedule for grading, excavation, filling clearing of
vegetation and storage and disposal of excavated or cleared material; types of
vegetative cover and mulch, including methods and schedules for planting and
fertilization; and provisions for temporary and permanent irrigation.
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15. All plans shall conform to the requirements of the City NPDES stormwater discharge
permit and the San Mateo Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (STOPPP). The project
plans shall include permanent storm water quality protection measures. The project plans
shall identify Best Management Practices (BMPs) appropriate to the uses to be
conducted on-site to effectively prohibit the discharge of pollutants with storm water
run-off. A Maintenance and Operation Agreement shall be prepared by applicant
incorporating the conditions of this section.

16. All landscaping shall be maintained and shall be designed with efficient irrigation
systems to reduce runoff, promote surface filtration, and minimize the use of fertilizers,
herbicides and pesticides.

17. Project shall incorporate landscaping that minimizes irrigation and runoff, promotes
surface infiltration, minimizes the use of pesticides and fertilizers, and incorporates other
appropriate sustainable landscaping practices such as Bay-Friendly Landscaping.

18. Roof drains shall drain away from the building and be directed to landscaping or a
stormwater treatment measure.

C. The following conditions shall be met prior to occupancy except as otherwise specified in
the conditions.

1. Grading shall be performed in accordance with the City Grading Ordinance, Chapter 9 of
the City Code. Soil or other construction materials shall not be stockpiled in the public
right-of-way unless an encroachment permit is obtained from the Department of Public
Works. Grading shall neither be initiated nor continued between November 15 and April
15. Grading shall be done between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through
Friday unless otherwise specifically authorized by the Director of Public Works. The
Stormwater Pollution Prevention Program Best Management Practices (BMPs) for
construction shall be implemented to protect water quality.

2. The owner/applicant shall ensure that applicable Best Management Practices (BMPs)
from the San Mateo Stormwater Pollution Prevention Program (STOPPP) are followed to
prevent discharge of soil or any construction material into the gutter, stormdrain system
or creek.

3. The owner/applicant shall ensure that all construction personnel follow standard BMPs
for stormwater quality protection during construction of project. These includes, but are
not limited to, the following:
a) Store, handle and dispose of construction materials and wastes properly, so as to
prevent their contact with stormwater.
b) Control and prevent the discharge of all potential pollutants, including solid
wastes, paints, concrete, petroleum products, chemicals, washwater or sediment,
and non-stormwater discharges to storm drains and watercourses.
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c) Use sediment controls, filtration, or settling to remove sediment from dewatering

effluent.
d) Do not clean, fuel, or maintain vehicles on-site, except in a designated area in
which runoff is contained and treated.
e) Delineate clearing limits, easements, setbacks, sensitive or critical areas, buffer
zones, trees, and drainage courses with field markers or fencing.
f) Protect adjacent properties and undisturbed areas from construction impacts using
vegetative buffer strips, sediment barriers or filters, dikes, mulching or other
measures as appropriate.
g) Perform clearing and earth moving activities only during dry weather (April 15
through November 14).
h) Limit and time applications of pesticides and fertilizers to prevent polluted runoff.
i) Limit construction access routes and stabilize designated access points.
j) Do not track dirt or other materials off-site; clean off-site paved areas and
sidewalks using dry sweeping methods.

4. If construction is not complete by the start of the wet season (November 15 through April
15), prior to November 15 the developer shall implement a winterization program to
minimize the potential for erosion and sedimentation. As appropriate to the site and status
of construction, winterization requirements shall include inspecting/maintaining/cleaning
all soil erosion and sedimentation controls prior to, during, and immediately after each
storm event; stabilizing disturbed soils through temporary or permanent seeding,
mulching, matting, tarping or other physical means; rocking unpaved vehicle access to
limit dispersion of mud onto public right-of-way; covering/tarping stored construction
materials, fuels, and other chemicals. Plans to include proposed measures to prevent
erosion and polluted runoff from all site conditions. As site conditions warrant, the
Department of Public Works may direct the developer to implement additional
winterization requirements.

5. Fire sprinkler test water shall discharge to onsite vegetated areas, or, alternatively shall be
discharged to the sanitary sewer system, subject to the local sanitary sewer agencys
authority and standards.

6. Air conditioning condensate shall drain to landscaping, or alternatively may be connected

to the sanitary sewer system, subject to the local sanitary sewer agencys authority and
standards.

7. After the City permits are approved but before beginning construction, the
owner/applicant shall hold a preconstruction conference with Building and Public Works
Department staff and other interested parties. The developer shall arrange for the
attendance of the construction manager, contractor, and all subcontractors.
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8. Failure to comply with any permit condition may result in a Stop Work order or other
penalty.

III. COMPLY WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS OF THE BELMONT FIRE

DEPARTMENT:

1. A separate application and permit are required for the installation or alteration of any
Automatic Fire Extinguishing System. Application shall be made by either a Registered
Engineer or by the Licensed Fire Sprinkler Contractor who will be performing the work.
This shall include any Fixed Fire Protection System. A valid Permit and Approved Plans
shall be at the jobsite at all times.

2. Prior to application for a Fire Sprinkler Permit, the applicant shall submit plans to the
Mid-Peninsula Water District for their review and approval. Please contact MPWD at
650-591-8941.

3. A separate application and permit are required for the installation of any underground fire
service lines. Application shall be made by a Registered Engineer or by either a General
Engineering Contractor or a Licensed Fire Sprinkler Contractor, who will be performing
the work.

4. Every building, or structure, shall be provided with an address. Numerals shall be located
where clearly visible from the street or roadway upon which it fronts. Residential
Structures shall have numerals a minimum of 4 inches in height and of stroke.
Commercial Structures shall have numerals a minimum of 6 inches in height and inch
stroke. Numerals shall be of contrasting color to their background and illuminated at
night. Numerals shall be white in color where located upon glazing.

5. Plans to be submitted for building permits shall show the location of all required Smoke
Alarms and Carbon Monoxide Alarms, in accordance with CRC Sections 314 & 315.

6. In accordance with the Municipal/Regional Stormwater Permit, no fire sprinkler system

drain shall discharge into any Storm Drain System. The system shall discharge to either a
landscape area large enough to contain the outflow, or to the Sanitary Sewer by means of
an indirect connection. Show the location of the Fire Sprinkler System drain on plans
submitted for a building permit.

7. Plans to be submitted for building permits for the project shall identify the size of
bedroom windows, demonstrating that they meet egress requirements of CRC 310.

8. This project shall require a fire inspection. All fire inspections are performed on
Wednesdays between 9AM - 2PM, unless special arrangements are made with the Fire
Inspector. Please call 650-637-2939 a minimum of 48 hours in advance to place your
inspection request.
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IV. COMPLY WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS OF THE POLICE

DEPARTMENT:
1. All activities shall be subject to the requirements of the Belmont Noise Ordinance.

2. No debris boxes or building materials shall be stored on the street.

3. Flag persons shall be positioned at both ends of blocked traffic lanes.

4. 24-hour written notice to the Police Department is required before any lane closure.

Certification of Approved Final Conditions:

Rob D. Gill, Associate Planner Date