Division 6.06 — Street Naming and Street Address Numbering

The purpose of this division is to establish policies for the naming of public and private streets and alleyways, and the address numbering of lots, parcels, dwelling units, places of businesses, and public buildings located along public and/or private streets within the City.

A. The naming of any new public or private street or alleyway within the City and any request to change the previously established name of a public or private street or alley within the City shall be accomplished pursuant to the Street Naming Policy established by this division.

B. A street address number shall be assigned to a lot, parcel, dwelling unit, place of business and/or public building located along a public and/or private street within the City pursuant to the Street Address Numbering Policy established by this division.

A. Assignment of Street Names. The Planning Director shall be responsible for the assignment of street names, and shall, upon recommendation of the Building Official, City Engineer, Fire Chief, and Police Chief, assign street names as established by Section 6.06.015 (Street Naming) of this Division.

B. Assignment of Street Addresses. The Building Official shall be responsible for the assignment of street addresses and shall assign street addresses as established by Section 6.06.020 (Street Address Numbering) of this Division.

A. Naming of Streets. Street names should be assigned based upon one of the following criteria:

1. Presidents of the United States;

2. States of the United States;

3. Cities of the United States;

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4. California counties;

5. Names of famous local, state, and national personalities who are deceased;

6. Names of culturally significant historic places and events;

7. Famous fictitious names;

8. Names of astrological constellations;

9. Colleges;

10. Colors;

11. Precious metals;

12. Rocks;

13. Trees, shrubs and flowers;

14. Fruits and nuts;

15. Armstrong registered roses; or

16. Others, as approved by the Planning Director.

B. Street Name Prefix. All street names shall be assigned a prefix based upon its direction and location in the City, as follows:

1. Each street that generally runs in a north-south direction, and is located north of

Holt Boulevard, shall be assigned "North" as its street name prefix.

2. Each street that generally runs in a north-south direction, and is located south of

Holt Boulevard, shall be assigned "South" as its street name prefix.

3. Each street that generally runs in an east-west direction, and is located east of

Euclid Avenue, shall be assigned "East" as its street name prefix.

4. Each street that generally runs in an east-west direction, and is located west of

Euclid Avenue, shall be assigned "West" as its street name prefix.

C. Street Name Suffix. All street names shall be assigned a suffix based upon its direction and design, as follows (excepting subregional thoroughfares, such as Holt and Mission Boulevards):

1. Each through street that generally runs in a north-south direction shall be assigned

"Avenue" as its street name suffix.

2. Each through street that generally runs in an east-west direction shall be assigned

"Street" as its street name suffix.

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3. Each portion of a through street that changes direction, and generally runs in a

north-south direction, shall be assigned "Way," "Parkway," or "Trail," as its street name suffix.

4. Each portion of a through street that changes direction, and generally runs in an

east-west direction, shall be assigned "Road," "Drive," or "Lane," as its street name suffix.

5. Each cul-de-sac in which the centerline generally points in a north-south direction

at its termination point shall be assigned "Place" as its street name suffix.

6. Each cul-de-sac in which the centerline generally points in an east-west direction

at its termination point shall be assigned "Court" as its street name suffix.

7. Each circling street shall be assigned "Circle" as its street name suffix.

8. Each looping street shall be assigned "Loop" as its street name suffix.

D. Naming of Private Streets and Drives. The name of a private street or drive shall be determined pursuant to Subsection A (Naming of Streets) of this Section. In addition, each private street (or a private drive, if deemed necessary or desirable by the Planning Director) shall be assigned a "Privado" or "Paseo" street name suffix to identify that the street is privately owned and maintained.

E. Naming of Alleys. Alleys shall only be named if all the following criteria are met:

1. The alley leads to a landlocked parcel with frontage only onto an alley (no street

frontage).

2. The structure(s) on the property are designated as a local historic landmark.

3. The naming will not adversely affect any other landlocked parcel.

A. Assignment of Street Addresses. Street addresses shall be assigned based upon the following numbering system:

1. Euclid Avenue is hereby designated as the north-south street address-numbering

axis and Holt Boulevard is hereby designated as the east-west street address-numbering axis. All streets that run in a general north-south direction shall be numbered from Holt Boulevard, consecutively, to the City limits. All streets that run in a general east-west direction shall be numbered from Euclid Avenue, consecutively, to corporate limits.

2. The numbering system shall begin at 100 and extend from each axis point.

Wherever possible, succeeding blocks shall be assigned addresses in intervals of 100. Block length shall be determined by the next street succeeding street intersection, or at 660 FT intervals when no street intersection exists, with one whole street number assigned for each 20 lineal FT of street frontage.

3. On north-south running streets, north of Holt Boulevard, odd address numbers shall

be assigned to the west side of the street and even address numbers to the east side of the street.

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South of Holt Boulevard, odd address numbers shall be assigned to the east side of the street and even address numbers to the west side of the street.

4. On east-west running streets, east of Euclid Avenue, odd address numbers shall be

assigned to the north side of the street and even address numbers to the south side of the street. West of Euclid Avenue, odd address numbers shall be assigned to the south side of the street and even address numbers to the north side of the street.

5. A new street having the design of a circle or loop shall bear one given name along

its entire length and shall have a street address numbering system as follows:

a. Where the entrance to the circle or loop is from an adjacent east-west

running street, the address numbering shall conform to that used on the north-south streets;

b. Where the entrance to the circle or loop is from an adjacent north-south

running street, the address numbering shall conform to that use on the east-west streets.

B. Posting of Street Address Numbers. The owner, occupant or person in charge of any house or building to which a number has been assigned shall be responsible for posting assigned street address numbers pursuant to the following specifications:

1. Principal buildings shall display the address number on the side where the front

entrance is located. A principal building occupied by more than one business or dwelling unit shall display the assigned number at the front entrance of each tenant or dwelling unit. In addition, commercial and industrial buildings shall display the assigned numbers at rear and side entrances facing a public alley or access drive.

2. A lot or development site having more than one building shall be assigned an

address number in a manner determined by the Building Official. Commercial and industrial buildings shall display a directory at the main entrance to the site.

3. Street address numbers shall be posted so as to be conspicuously visible from the

street or road fronting the property. The actual location and size of the numbers shall be approved by the Building Official, subject to the following guidelines:

a. Each individual digit stroke shall be a minimum of one inch wide;

b. Street address numerals located less than 50 FT from the street curb face

shall be a minimum of 4 inches in height. Address numerals located from 50 to 100 FT from the street curb face shall be a minimum of 8 inches in height. Address numerals located more than 100 FT from the street curb face shall be a minimum of 12 inches in height; and

c. Street address numerals that are not visible from the street due to setback

distance or would otherwise be obstructed may be posted on a freestanding structure having a maximum height of 3.5 FT and maximum area of 4 SF.

4. Street address numerals and the background to which they are affixed shall be of

contrasting colors or shades and shall be of reflective material for nighttime visibility. Samples of the materials shall be submitted to and approved by the Building Official.

C. Street Address Number Required for Building Permit Issuance. No building permit shall be issued for any principal building until the owner or owner's agent has obtained the official street

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address number of the premises from the Building Official. Final approval for a certificate of occupancy of any principal building erected, repaired or expanded shall be withheld until permanent and proper street address numbers have been displayed pursuant to this division.

D. Posting of Rooftop Address Numbers. Street addresses, suite/unit numbers and letters shall be displayed on rooftops as follows:

1. Street address numbers shall be displayed on rooftops of all multiple unit residential,

commercial and industrial buildings. The numbers shall face the street corresponding to the address. Numerals shall be 3 FT long by one FT wide and shall be painted in reflective white paint on a flat black painted background.

2. Any other buildings may display secondary street address numbers on rooftops in

coordination with the Police Department. Numerals shall be 3 FT long by 5 inches wide and shall be painted in reflective white paint on a flat black painted background.

3. Roof top street address numbers should not be visible from the street.

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Division 6.08—Development Projects and Subdivisions

The purpose of this Division is to set forth rules and regulations for the subdivision and/or development of real property pursuant to the provisions of the Subdivision Map Act of the State of California (commencing with GC Section 66410) and the Ontario Municipal Code. Furthermore, it is the purpose of this Division to regulate and control all divisions of land that may be lawfully regulated by the City pursuant to the Subdivision Map Act. The provisions of this Division shall be interpreted to carry out this intent and purpose. In the event of a conflict between any mandatory provision of the Subdivision Map Act and a provision of this Division, the Subdivision Map Act shall control.

A. Pursuant to the provisions of the Subdivision Map Act, and in addition to any other applicable regulations provided by State law, the regulations contained in this Division shall apply to all subdivisions or parts of subdivisions of land proposed within the corporate limits of the City, and to the preparation of subdivision maps and any other maps provided for by the Subdivision Map Act. Prior to the subdivision and/or development of any land in the City, the subdivider and developer thereof shall conform to, and comply with, the requirements, rules, and regulations of this Division.

B. No land shall be subdivided and developed for any purpose that is not in conformity with the Vision, Policy Plan (General Plan), and City Council Priorities components of The Ontario Plan, and any applicable specific plan or planned unit development of the City. The type and intensity of land use shown in the Policy Plan, or applicable specific plan or planned unit development, shall determine the type of streets, roads, highways, utilities, and public services that shall be provided by the subdivider and/or the developer.

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The requirement or necessity for a tentative, final, or parcel map shall be governed by the provisions of this Section.

A. Tentative Tract Maps and Final Maps. A tentative tract map and final map shall be required for all subdivisions creating 5 or more lots, 5 or more condominium units, a community apartment project containing 5 or more lots, or for the conversion of a dwelling to a stock cooperative containing 5 or more dwelling units, except as provided by Section GC 66418.2 and Section GC 66426.

B. Parcel Maps. A parcel map shall be required for all subdivisions creating 4 or fewer lots, or 4 or fewer condominium units, a community apartment project containing 4 or fewer lots, or for the conversion of a dwelling to a stock cooperative containing 4 or fewer dwelling units, or for those subdivisions described in Section GC 66426.

C. Exceptions to the Preparation of a Tentative Tract Map, Final Map or Parcel Map. Exceptions to the preparation of a tentative tract map or final map, or a parcel map shall be pursuant to GC Section 66426 and 66428.

D. Exclusions from the Requirement for a Tentative Tract Map, Final Map or Parcel Map. The requirement for the filing of a subdivision map pursuant to this Section shall not be applicable in those instances identified in GC Section 66412, 66412.1, 66412.2, 66412.3, 66412.5, and any other mandatory exclusions to the applicability of the Subdivision Map Act, as provided by the Act.

E. Waiver of Parcel Maps. The City Engineer is authorized to waive a parcel map pursuant to the provisions of Section 4.03.045 (Subdivisions—Parcel Map Waiver) of this Development Code.

A. Design and Improvement Requirements. Pursuant to GC Section 66473.5, a subdivision for which a tentative map or parcel map is required pursuant to Section 6.08.010 (Maps) of this Division, shall be consistent with the Vision, Policy Plan (General Plan), and City Council Priorities components of The Ontario Plan, any applicable specific plan or planned unit development, and this Development Code. Unless otherwise specified, design requirements and improvement requirements may be modified or waived only by the City Council.

B. Lot Requirements. All residential, commercial, mixed use, and industrial lots shall have direct access to a public street, except where private street, common driveway or other access easement rights are specifically approved by the City. The access easement shall be reserved on a subdivision map or by separate instrument in perpetuity, for the benefit of the effected property(ies).

C. Street Rights-Of-Way and Design Requirements. The street layout of a proposed subdivision or development project shall be consistent with all street right-of-way designations contained in the Mobility Element of the Policy Plan (General Plan) component of The Ontario Plan, or an applicable specific plan, at the time of tentative map approval. For alignments not specifically shown in the Mobility element, the City Engineer shall approve alignments that are consistent with the Policy Plan component of The Ontario Plan, or any applicable specific plan, master plan, and City standard. All streets (public and private) shall be designed to meet public street requirements,

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unless otherwise approved by the Executive Director Development or both the City Engineer and Planning Director.

D. Utility Easements. Whenever overhead utilities are allowed in a proposed subdivision or development project by this Development Code, utility easements of sufficient width shall be located along the rear or side lot lines. Whenever possible, such easements shall extend an equal distance into each of the 2 abutting lots. This requirement may be modified by the Approving Authority, if warranted by unusual circumstances in a particular proposed subdivision. Underground utility easements, whenever necessary and to the extent practicable, shall be adjoining and parallel to lot lines.

E. Drainage Easements. The design of a proposed subdivision or development project shall provide for the proper drainage of the proposed subdivision or development project, and all lots and improvements therein, based upon the runoff that can be anticipated from ultimate development of the watershed area where in the subdivision is located. Stormwater detention measures shall be provided when required by the City Engineer, to reduce any adverse effects of increased runoff from development on downstream properties.

F. Lighting and Maintenance Districts and Community Facilities Districts. The City may cause the annexation of an area within a subdivision or development project to be annexed into a Lighting and Maintenance District (LMD), Community Facilities District (CFD), or similar appropriate district, prior to the recordation of a final map or parcel map, or vesting map.

G. Energy Conservation. Pursuant to GC Section 66473.1, the design of a subdivision for which a tentative map is required pursuant to Section 6.08.010 (Maps) of this Division, or a development project, shall provide to the extent feasible, for future passive or natural heating or cooling opportunities in the subdivision.

H. Cable Television Systems. Pursuant to GC Section 66473.3, the Approving Authority may require the design of a subdivision for which a tentative map or parcel map is required pursuant to Section 6.08.010 (Maps) of this Division, to provide for appropriate cable television systems and for communication systems, including, but not limited to, telephone and Internet services, to each lot in the subdivision. This provision shall not apply to the conversion of existing dwelling units to a common interest project.

A. Pursuant to GC Section 66495, at the time of survey of the final map or parcel map, the engineer or surveyor shall set sufficient durable monuments so that another engineer or surveyor may readily retrace the survey. The exterior boundary of the land being subdivided shall be adequately monumented or referenced prior to recordation of the final map or parcel map.

B. The subdivider shall submit to the City Engineer, in a form satisfactory to the City Engineer, a tie sheet showing proper ties to the location of the centerline monuments. A minimum of 3 ties shall be shown for each centerline monument. All monuments set, and tie monuments set, shall be permanently marked or tagged with the registration or license number of the responsible engineer or surveyor.

C. Interior monuments need not be set at the time the map is recorded, provided the engineer or surveyor certifies on the map that the monuments will be set prior to City Engineer acceptance of the improvements or within 2 years following the recordation of the final map,

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whichever is later, and the subdivider furnishes to the City, security guaranteeing the full payment of the cost of setting the monuments.

D. Pursuant to GC Section 66497, the engineer or surveyor shall notify the subdivider and the City Engineer when monuments have been set. If the subdivider does not present evidence to the City that the engineer or surveyor has been paid for the setting of the final monuments, and the engineer or surveyor notifies the City that payment has not been received from the subdivider for the setting of the final monuments, within 3 months following the date of notification, the City shall pay the amount due to the engineer or surveyor from the monument deposit.

E. In the event of the death, disability or retirement from practice of the engineer or surveyor charged with the responsibility for setting monuments, or in the event of his refusal to set such monuments, the City Council may direct the City Engineer, or such engineer or surveyor as it may select, to set such monuments. If the original engineer or surveyor is replaced by another, the former may release his obligation to set the final monuments to the surveyor or engineer who replaced him, by letter to the City Engineer. When the monuments are so set, the substitute engineer or surveyor shall amend any map filed pursuant to this Section and the provisions of GC Section 66498, and GC Section 66499 through 66472, inclusive.

A. Soils Report.

1. Prior to the approval of a final tract or parcel map, vesting map, or development

plan, the City may require that the subdivider and/or developer submit a preliminary soils report. If required, the report shall be prepared by a civil engineer who is registered by the State of California and shall be based upon adequate test borings or excavations in the subdivision.

2. A soils report shall be prepared by a qualified civil or geotechnical engineer, who

is registered by the State of California. An investigation of each parcel in the subdivision shall be prepared if the preliminary soils report (if required) indicates the presence of any of the following problems:

a. Critically expansive soils or other soil problems that, if not corrected, would

lead to structural defects;

b. Rocks or liquids containing deleterious chemicals that, if not corrected,

could cause construction materials, such as concrete, steel, and ductile or cast iron, to corrode or deteriorate; or

c. The presence of methane gas and/or other toxic gases or substances,

which, if not corrected, could cause life endangerment.

3. The soil investigation shall recommend corrective action that is likely to prevent

structural damage to each building proposed to be constructed in the area where the soil problem exists.

4. The City shall approve a soils report (if required) upon determination that the

recommended corrective action is likely to prevent structural damage to each building to be constructed in the area where a soil problem exists. The subdivider may appeal the determination to the City Council pursuant to the procedures set forth in Division 2.04 (Appeals) of this

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Development Code. Subsequent building permits shall be conditioned upon the incorporation of the recommended corrective action in the construction of each building.

B. Geological Hazard Reports.

1. Prior to the approval of a final tract map or parcel map, vesting map or

development plan, the City may require subdivider or developer submit a geological hazard report if the subdivision includes land within a geologic hazard area identified in the Policy Plan (General Plan) component of The Ontario Plan or by the California Department of Conservation, or if the Building Official determines that other geological conditions warrant the preparation of a report. The report shall be prepared by a civil engineer who is registered by the State of California and shall be based upon appropriate field observations.

2. If the geological hazard report indicates the presence of a potential geological

hazard to life, health, or property, a qualified civil or geotechnical engineer, who is registered by the State of California, shall prepare a geological mitigation plan that identifies corrective action for the potential hazard, which shall be filed with the City.

3. The City shall approve the mitigation plan if it is determined that the recommended

corrective action is likely to mitigate the potential hazard. The subdivider may appeal the determination to the City Council, pursuant to the procedures set forth in Division 2.04 (Appeals) of this Development Code. Subsequent building permits shall be conditioned upon the incorporation of the recommended corrective action in the construction of each building.

A. Purpose. These park dedication and in-lieu fee regulations are enacted pursuant to the authority granted by GC Section 66477 and shall be interpreted consistent with the provisions thereof. The park and recreational facilities for which payment of impact fees and/or dedication of land are required by the terms of this Section shall be provided in accordance with the standards, specifications, and requirements of the Vision, Policy Plan (General Plan), and City Council Priorities components of The Ontario Plan, any applicable specific plan, and any other applicable resolution, policy, or standard of the City.

B. Applicability.

1. Effect on Other Laws. With respect to the requirement for the payment of impact

fees or the dedication of land for park and recreational purposes by the subdivider or developer of a residential project, or the residential portion of a mixed-use project, pursuant to this Development Code, this Section shall supersede all other ordinances or regulations of the City inconsistent herewith. The enactment of this Section shall not supersede any other provisions or authority adopted by ordinance of the City Council, unless expressly stated in this Section.

2. Exemptions. The provisions of this Section shall not apply to subdivisions containing

less than 5 parcels and not used for residential purposes; provided, however, that a condition may be placed on the approval of such parcel map that if a building permit is requested for construction of a residential structure or structures on one or more of the parcels within 4 years, an impact fee may be required to be paid by the owner of each parcel as a condition to the issuance of such permit. In addition, the provisions of this Section shall not apply to nonresidential subdivisions; or to condominium or stock cooperative projects that consist of the subdivision of

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airspace in an existing apartment building that is more than 5 years old, when no new dwelling units are added.

C. Definitions. The following definitions shall govern the meaning of the words as used in this Section, unless from the context in which the word is used, a different meaning is clearly intended:

1. Fair Market Value. The value of land set forth in the City's general and specific

plans, which are earmarked to be acquired by the City upon which the City intends to locate park and recreational facilities to service residents of the subdivision. Fair market value shall be based upon an appraisal by a qualified appraiser selected by the City, which appraisal shall be updated from time to time by the City. The fair market value shall be determined as of the time the final map or parcel map is filed. With regard to any park and recreation improvements, or equipment provided by the subdivider, the fair market value shall be the actual cost to acquire, construct, or install the improvement or equipment.

2. Park. A lot that is, or contiguous lots that are, owned, operated, and maintained

by a public agency or private association, and which provides recreational land and facilities for the benefit and enjoyment of the residents of the subdivision and of persons residing, working, or visiting in the City. Parks may be classified as community parks, including community centers, athletic facilities, large multi-user swimming pools, picnic areas, cultural centers, or similar facilities; public neighborhood parks, including playground equipment, sports fields, and picnic areas; and private neighborhood parks, generally intended to serve only the immediate subdivision/development or specified planned community in which they are located. Parks may also include, or be limited to, open space areas suitable for active or passive uses.

3. Park and Recreational Facilities. Any public improvements deemed necessary by

the City to develop, improve, or rehabilitate land and facilities for park and recreational purposes. Such improvements may include, but not be limited to, grading; landscaped areas for active and passive recreational use, open space and sports fields; irrigation and drainage systems; lawn, shrubs and trees; facilities for recreational community gardening; walkways; bicycle facilities and park lighting; playground or other recreational equipment; picnic facilities; community center or other buildings, swimming pools; volleyball, basketball, tennis, racquetball, and other courts; vehicle driveways and parking areas, and any other facilities which may hereafter be authorized by state law or approved by the City.

4. Private Open Space. Privately owned land and facilities for park and recreation

purposes provided within a subdivision, and perpetually maintained and operated by the future residents or owner of the subdivision.

D. Payment of Impact Fees or Park Dedication Required. As a condition of approval of a tentative tract or parcel map, final tract or parcel map, or development project for a residential subdivision or the residential portion of a mixed-use project, or for a building permit within a subdivision, the subdivider shall be required to pay an impact fee, offer for dedication of park land in lieu thereof, or both, at the sole and exclusive option of the City, in the amount provided in this Section, for park and recreational purposes, unless the subdivider is exempted from this requirement by the express provisions of this Section. The payment of an impact fee and/or offering for dedication of land shall be at the time and according to the standards and formula contained in this Section.

E. Standards for Determining Dedication/Maximum Requirement.

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1. General. If the park dedication is required under Subsection D (Payment of Impact

Fees or Park Dedication Required), above, the park area required shall be determined pursuant to the standards provided in this Section.

2. Standard of Park Area to Population (Park Area Standard Ratio). it is found and

determined that the public interest, convenience, health, safety, and welfare of the residents of the City require that 5.0 acres of property for every 1,000 persons residing within the City be devoted to local park and recreational purposes, and that such park area is necessary to provide for the needs of the current and future persons residing and working in the City. The ratio of 0.005 shall hereafter be referred to as the "Park Area Standard Ratio."

3. Computation of Maximum Area of Public Parkland to be Dedicated.

a. The maximum amount of public park land required to be dedicated by a

subdivision or development project shall be equal to the Total Number Of Dwelling Unit Types multiplied by the dwelling unit occupancy factor established pursuant to Subparagraph b, below, multiplied by 0.005 (the Park Area Standard Ratio of 5.0 acres per 1,000 population). The computation is represented as follows:

Area of Public Parkland to be Dedicated = (Total Number of Dwelling Unit Types) x

(Dwelling Unit Occupancy Factor) x (0.005)

b. The Dwelling Unit Occupancy Factor for each housing type shall be

established by resolution of the City Council, based upon the latest available census data.

c. The City Council, by resolution, may require a dedication of parkland less

than the maximum amount set forth above if the City Council finds, and clearly establishes that a smaller dedication will adequately serve the public interest, convenience, health, safety, and welfare of the residents of the City.

4. Qualification of Land Being Dedicated. In addition to meeting the requirements set

forth in this section, any land offered for park dedication shall meet the applicable criteria specified in Section 6.08.035 (Dedications and Improvements) of this Division.

F. Standards for Determining Park Impact Fee/Maximum Fee.

1. When required by Subsection G (Determination of Dedication, Fees, or

Combination) of this Section, the subdivider or developer shall pay to the City, a fee in lieu of making an offer of parkland dedication. For the purposes of impact fee calculation, 3.0 acres of property for every 1,000 persons residing within the City shall be determined to be devoted to local parkland and recreational purposes, thereby resulting in the ratio of 0.003 to be hereafter referred to as the "Park Area Fee Standard Ratio."

2. The Park Impact Fee shall be equal to the total number of dwelling units multiplied

by the Dwelling Unit Occupancy Factor established pursuant to Subparagraph E.3.b (Dwelling Unit Occupancy Factor) of this Section, multiplied by the Park Area Fee Standard Ratio, multiplied by the area of parkland to be dedicated under Paragraph E.3 (Computation of Maximum Area of Parkland to be Dedicated) of this Section, multiplied by the fair market value of the land to be developed by the City for parkland and recreational facilities. The computation is represented as follows:

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Park Impact Fee = (Total Number of Dwelling Units) x (Occupancy Factor) x (0.003) x (Fair Market Value of Land to be Developed)

G. Determination of Dedication, Fees, or Combination.

1. Impact Fee Generally Required. Where required by the City or where no park or

recreational facility located in whole or in part within the proposed subdivision is designated in the general plan of the City or other adopted resolution policy or standard of the City, the subdivider or developer shall pay an impact fee computed in accordance with Subsection F (Standards for Determining Impact Fees/Maximum Fee), above, to be used for park and recreational purposes to serve the residents of the area being subdivided and other members of the public.

2. Dedication in Lieu of Impact Fee. Where a park or recreational facility has been

designated in the Policy Plan (General Plan) component of The Ontario Plan of the City, or other adopted resolution policy or standard of the City, and is to be located in whole or in part within the proposed subdivision to serve the immediate and future needs of the residents of the subdivision and other members of the public, the City may require the subdivider to dedicate land for a park and provide recreational facilities thereon in lieu of payment of an impact fee as provided in this Section, if the City determines that dedication is desirable as provided in this Section. If the fair market value of the park and recreational facilities provided is less than that required hereunder, the difference shall be paid by the subdivider as an impact fee.

3. Combination of Land and Fees. The City may accept a combination of land,

recreational facilities, and fees, with the respective amounts to be determined by the sole discretion of the City, so long as the aggregate fair market value of the land and recreational facilities, plus in-lieu fees, does not exceed the limits established in this Section.

4. Determination of Land or Fee. Whether the City requires payment of an impact

fee, or requires land dedication in lieu thereof, or a combination of both, shall, in the City's sole discretion, be determined by consideration of the following, and such determination shall be final and conclusive:

a. The provisions of the City's general plan, any specific plan adopted thereto,

and any other adopted resolution, policy or regulation of the City;

b. Topography, geology, access and location of land in the subdivision

available for dedication;

c. Size and shape of the subdivision and land available for dedication;

d. The feasibility of dedication;

e. Access and location of other park sites to subdivision; and

f. Need of other accessible park sites for development, improvement, and

rehabilitation.

5. Impact Fees for Subdivisions of 50 Parcels or Less. If the subdivision contains 50 lots

or less, only the payment of impact fees may be required, except that condominium, stock cooperative or community apartment projects may be required to dedicate land if they have more than 50 dwelling units.

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H. Subdivider Credits.

1. Public Parks. The subdivider shall receive a credit against the impact fee payment

or park dedication requirement for the fair market value of any land dedicated and for the value of any park and recreation improvements provided by subdivider in conjunction with any public park. The value of such improvements shall be determined by City based upon Paragraph C.4 of this Section.

2. Private Park. In conjunction with any planned development, real estate

development, stock cooperative, community apartment, or condominium, as defined by state law, if the subdivider provides private open space as defined in Subsection C (Definitions) of this Section, then the subdivider may receive a credit against the park dedication requirement of this Section, in an amount to be determined by the City Council or its designee, but such credit shall not exceed 33 percent of such impact fee payment or park dedication requirement. The actual amount of such credit shall be determined by the City Council or its designee, based upon the comparability of the private open space to public park area and the adequacy of such private open space to serve the needs of the subdivision for active recreational uses.

3. Application of Credits. The credits provided by Paragraphs H.1 and H.2, above,

shall be applied to reduce the subdivider's obligation to dedicate and/or pay an impact fee as required under this Section, but only to the extent of such credit.

I. Disposition of Land or Fees.

1. The amount and location of land to be dedicated, or the impact fees to be paid,

shall bear a reasonable relationship to the use of the park and recreational facilities by the future inhabitants of the subdivision. In accordance with GC Section 66477, it is expressly acknowledged that the land to be dedicated or impact fees to be paid may be for both neighborhood and community parks. In addition, such impact fees may be used to improve or rehabilitate existing parks.

2. Impact fees paid by a subdivider pursuant to this Section may be spent to develop,

improve, and rehabilitate community and neighborhood parks even though such parks may be used by nonresidents of the subdivision, so long as the benefit of the park and recreational facilities to residents of the subdivision is reasonable in relation to the location of the parks and amount of the impact fees.

J. Time of Payment of Impact Fees or Land Dedication. All park impact fees shall be paid directly to the City Cashier at the time of issuance of a building permit for each lot within the subdivision. In the event of a dedication requirement, the subdivider shall make an irrevocable offer of dedication to the City at the time of recordation of the final map.

K. Schedule of Performance.

1. City's Schedule. The City shall prepare and maintain a schedule specifying how,

when, and where land or impact fees, or both, which were dedicated to the City to develop park or recreational facilities will be used. Any impact fees collected pursuant to this Section shall be committed within 5 years after the payment of such fees or the issuance of building permits on 50 percent of the lots created by the subdivision, whichever occurs later. If any fees are not so committed, they shall be distributed to subdivision owners in accordance with law.

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2. Subdivider's Schedule. In the event that a subdivider improves or develops parks

for public or private ownership, they shall prepare a schedule specifying when, how, and where they will develop the park or recreational facilities to serve the residents of the subdivision. This schedule will be required as a condition of subdivision map approval.

L. Procedure. Unless otherwise expressly provided in this Section, any decision or action required by City in this Section shall be made after the duly noticed public hearing, at the time of approval of the tentative tract map or parcel map by the Approving Authority. Such decision or action shall be made a condition of approval of the subdivision map and shall be final and conclusive in the absence of a timely filed appeal pursuant to Division 2.04 (Appeals).

A. General Requirements.

1. The public need, safety, and general welfare require that dedications, offers of

dedication, and irrevocable offers of dedication of real property for various public uses be made to the City, or other public agency or district, as conditions precedent to the approval or conditional approval of tentative tract or parcel maps, final tract and parcel maps, development plans, reversions to acreage, lot line adjustments, and consolidations and combinations of lots, or any other action or event requiring evidence of official City approval.

2. Dedications may be required for streets, highways, alleys, public service

easements, courts, walkways, bicycle trails, equestrian trails, recreation trails, vehicular and pedestrian access rights, slopes, storm drains, watercourses, floodplains, sewers, water lines, water rights, public utilities, traffic signal facilities, transit facilities, environmental enhancement, landscaping, parks, recreation areas, and for all other public uses not specified, if found to be required to conform to, or implement the Policy Plan (General Plan) component of The Ontario Plan or any element thereof, or any applicable specific plan, planned unit development, master plan, and/or City standard. Dedications may also be required by the City on behalf of any other public agency or district.

B. Dedication Requirements.

1. Dedications for streets and highways shall be to the width as designated by the

Mobility Element of the Policy Plan (General Plan) component of The Ontario Plan and City standards, or as designated by an approved specific plan. Deviations may be allowed for streets and highway widths not shown in the Mobility Element, or in any approved specific plan, based upon the land use, traffic volumes or other factors as determined by the City Engineer.

2. Dedications for other public easements shall be based upon the need for service,

accessibility, topography, clearances available, and other circumstances and factors as determined by the City Engineer.

C. Method of Dedication. Dedications shall be made to the City by the following prescribed methods:

1. Final Map, Parcel Map, or Development Project. All streets, highways, alleys,

easements, and lots offered for dedication or to be dedicated shall be clearly indicated on the map or development plan. They shall be clearly described in the appropriate statement on the

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title sheet of the map or development plan. Vehicular access right dedications shall likewise be shown and described on the final map.

2. Separate Instrument. Where dedications are made a requirement of the final

approval of a Lot Merger, Development Plan, Conditional Use Permit, building permit, or any other permit, and no final map or parcel map is required to be filed and recorded as a condition thereof, the required dedications shall be made by separate instrument in a form approved by the city attorney, which shall be signed, executed and acknowledged by all parties having record title interest in the property or rights being dedicated. Preparation, execution, and delivery of the fully executed instrument shall be made prior to the final approval by the City of the lot consolidation, lot combination, development plan, or permit being requested.

3. Fee Title. Fee title shall be granted by the subdivider when in the opinion of the City

Engineer, in consultation with the City Attorney, it is necessary to carry out policies and requirements of the Policy Plan (General Plan) component of The Ontario Plan, and any City ordinance, resolution or standard.

D. Acceptance of Dedications. Acceptance of dedications shall be in conformance with the following:

1. At the time of final map or parcel map acceptance and approval, the Approving

Authority may accept or accept subject to improvement, any or all dedications or offers of dedication. The City Clerk shall certify the action by the Approving Authority on the map.

2. Until any dedication is accepted by the City by execution of a Certificate of

Acceptance recorded in the office of the County Recorder, the City shall not be responsible for, and shall not incur, any liability with respect to the offered property.

3. If any dedication is accepted, including but not limited to road or street, path,

storm drain, sanitary sewer, water (potable or recycled), public utilities, and/or other public use easement, the acceptance shall be completed by the execution and recordation of a Certificate of Acceptance, recorded in the office of the County Recorder.

4. If any dedication is accepted subject to the completion and acceptance of

public improvements, the City shall not be responsible for or incur any liability with respect to such dedication, unless and until the public improvements are completed by the subdivider and accepted by the City as evidenced by a notice of completion issued by the City Engineer pursuant to Section 6.08.040.J.4 of this Division. The ownership of and responsibility for the construction and maintenance of any public improvement is held by the subdivider and shall remain so until such time as the public improvements are completed and accepted.

5. Offers of Dedication may be terminated and abandoned in the same manner as

prescribed for the abandonment or vacation of streets by the Streets and Highways Code (SHC), commencing with SHC Section 8300 or SHC Section 940, as applicable.

6. Acceptance of offers of dedication on a final map shall not be effective until the

final map is filed in the office of the County Recorder, or a separate resolution of acceptance, approved by the City Council, is filed in such office.

E. Dedication of Land for Public Access. All vehicular and pedestrian access rights shall be dedicated to the City for those lots abutting any major, primary, secondary or collector street, flood control channel, park, or bike trail, except at designated locations.

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F. Dedication of Land for Public Schools. Pursuant to GC Section 66478, the City may reserve an elementary school site within a proposed subdivision for later purchase by the appropriate school district. Whenever there is consideration of an area for a public school site within a subdivision, the city shall notify the school district and the State Department of Education, in writing, of the proposed site. The notification shall include the identification of any existing or proposed airport runways within the distance specified in State Education Code Section 17215.

1. Standards. As a condition of approval of a tentative or vesting tentative map, and

as allowed by state law, a subdivider who develops or completes the development of one or more subdivisions within the school districts serving said subdivision, shall dedicate to the school district such lands as the Approving Authority deems necessary, for the purpose of constructing elementary schools necessary to assure the residents of the subdivision adequate public school service.

2. Consistency with Policy Plan (General Plan). School sites offered for dedication shall

conform to the policies in the Policy Plan (General Plan) component of The Ontario Plan and relevant specific plans, and the requirements of the school district.

3. Timing. The requirement of dedication shall be imposed at the time of approval of

the tentative or vesting tentative map. If, within 30 days following the requirement to dedicate is imposed by the City, the school districts do not offer to enter into a binding commitment with the subdivider to accept the dedication, the requirement shall be automatically terminated. The required dedication may be made any time before, concurrently with, or up to 60 days following the filing of the final map on any portion of the subdivision.

4. Repayment of Costs. Upon accepting the dedication, the school district shall repay

to the subdivider, or their successors, the original cost to the subdivider of the dedicated land, plus a sum equal to the total of the following amounts:

a. The cost of any improvements to the dedicated lands since acquisition by

the subdivider;

b. The taxes assessed against the dedicated land from the date of the school

district's offer to enter into the binding commitment to accept the dedication; and

c. Any other costs incurred by the subdivider in maintenance of such dedicated land, including interest costs incurred on any loan covering such land.

5. Exception. These dedication requirements for public school lands shall not apply to

a subdivider who has owned the land being subdivided for more than 10 years prior to the filing of the tentative map.

G. Dedication for Streets. In order to meet the City's transportation goals as described in the Mobility Element of the Policy Plan (General Plan) component of The Ontario Plan, any subdivider or developer of land shall dedicate, or make an irrevocable offer of dedication, of all land within the subdivision or the site that is needed for public streets and alley ways.

1. When Required. The dedication, or irrevocable offer of dedication, of land for

streets and alley ways shall be a condition of approval of any tentative tract or parcel map, or vesting map submitted pursuant to Section 4.02.095 (Subdivisions—Tentative Tract and Parcel Maps, and Vesting Maps) of this Development Code, or the approval of any Development Plan

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submitted pursuant to Section 4.02.025 (Development Plans) of this Development Code, for the construction, alteration, or enlargement of any building or dwelling, or the establishment of any agricultural, commercial, or industrial land use. Furthermore, an owner, lessee, or agent constructing, altering, or enlarging a building or dwelling, or establishing an agricultural, commercial, or industrial land use, shall provide appropriate street dedication, or make an irrevocable offer of dedication, as a condition of building permit issuance, except that such dedications shall not be required for the following:

a. Any accessory building that does not exceed 1,000 SF of GFA;

b. Any alteration, enlargement, or addition that does not exceed 50 percent

of the area of an existing building, dwelling, or land use, not to exceed 2,000 SF of GFA;

c. The installation or construction of walls, fences, or signs;

d. Temporary land uses not exceeding 30 days duration; and

e. Unenclosed agricultural land uses legally established pursuant to Table

2. Rights-of-Way. Street dedications shall include the full right-of-way required for the

functional classification of roadway as described in the Mobility Element of the Policy Plan (General Plan) component of The Ontario Plan, and applicable specific plans, and Section

3. Street Design. Streets to be dedicated to the City, as well as any private streets,

shall follow the design specifications in Subsection 6.08.015.C (Street Rights-of-Way) of this Division.

H. Dedication for Pedestrian and Bicycle Paths. Whenever a subdivider or developer is required to dedicate roadways to the public, a dedication of land may be required to provide bikeways and pedestrian paths for the use and safety of the residents of the subdivision, or to provide bikeways and pedestrian paths as shown in the Mobility Element of the Policy Plan (General Plan) component of The Ontario Plan, any bicycle or pedestrian master plan adopted by the City, or an applicable specific plan.

I. Dedication for Local Transit Facilities. In order to provide adequate local transit facilities, whenever a subdivider or developer is required to dedicate roadways to the public, a dedication of land shall be required for local transit facilities, such as bus turnouts, benches, shelters, landing pads, and similar items, that directly benefit the subdivision, or the community as a whole, as required by the Planning Director and/or the City Engineer, and as described in the Mobility Element of the Policy Plan (General Plan) component of The Ontario Plan, or an applicable specific plan. To facilitate a logical phasing of transit facility improvements, the City may require the payment of a fee in lieu of the construction and installation of required improvements.

J. Improvement of Bridges, Signals, and Thoroughfares. Pursuant to GC Section 66484 and Section 4.02.025 (Development Plans) of this Development Code, the subdivider or developer shall pay traffic impact fees for the purpose of defraying the actual or estimated cost of constructing major thoroughfares, other citywide transportation improvements or bridges. The City Council shall establish procedures and standards for determining the appropriate fees.

1. Construction, modification, or upgrading of traffic signals and appurtenances may

be required as a condition of the approval of any subdivision, land division, development plan, or

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use or building permit, if the additional traffic generated by the tract or development, the safety of the traveling public, the increased use of the streets, or other circumstances necessitate the construction.

2. Where the development of a subdivision or other project will be phased over a

period time, and, in the opinion of the City Engineer, the full effect of increased burden on the streets will not be realized immediately, the subdivider or developer may be required to deposit a cash amount in the estimated value of the traffic signal improvements ultimately to be made, which sum shall be used at such time as the construction of the signal and appurtenances is warranted. In lieu of a cash deposit, the subdivider or developer may be permitted to post a bond or other surety to guarantee the installation of required traffic signals in a form satisfactory to the City Engineer and City Attorney. The exact amount, details and timing of the deposit and future construction shall be subject to an agreement between the city and the subdivider or developer.

K. Groundwater Recharge Facilities. Pursuant to GC Section 66484.5, the subdivider shall pay fees for the purpose of constructing recharge facilities for the replenishment of the underground water supply in that area of benefit. The City Council shall establish procedures and standards for determining the appropriate fees.

L. Reservations for Other Public Uses. In addition to the dedications for specific public uses that this Section requires, the subdivider or developer shall reserve land within the subdivision for wells, fire stations, libraries, or other public uses, consistent with the Policy Plan (General Plan) component of The Ontario Plan and applicable specific plans, provided that:

1. Develop in an Orderly and Efficient Manner. The reserved area is of a size and

shape that permits the balance of the property within which the reservation is located to develop in an orderly and efficient manner;

2. Feasibility of Development. The amount of land reserved will not make

development of the remaining land held by the subdivider economically infeasible; and

3. Consistency with Policy Plan (General Plan). The reserved area shall conform to the

Policy Plan (General Plan) component of The Ontario Plan and applicable specific plans, and shall be in such multiples of streets and lots as to permit an efficient division of the reserved area in the event that it is not acquired within the prescribed period. In such an event, the subdivider shall make those changes that are necessary to permit the reserved area to be developed for the intended purpose, consistent with good subdividing practices.

M. Drainage Facilities and Grading. Drainage facilities shall be provided and installed as necessary to help protect the lots, parcels, buildings, and structures from flooding, and to minimize flooding of the public streets therein or abutting the property.

1. Facilities shall be designed to minimize the inundation of private properties from

storm runoff emanating from a 100-year frequency storm.

2. Public streets shall be protected from flooding from runoffs of a 10-year frequency

storm pursuant to City standards or approved equivalent. Protection to higher levels may be required by the City Engineer, dependent upon the degree of flood risk involved, the topography, location, local drainage patterns, and the requirements of the San Bernardino County Flood Control District.

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3. Hydrologic and hydraulic calculations and studies for required facilities shall be

subject to review and acceptance by the City Engineer and/or Building Official. All grading done in conjunction with the development of a tract or property shall be performed in conformance with the City's building code, the City grading standards, and good engineering practices.

4. On-site and off-site storm drain facilities, and site grading, shall be designed and

constructed to prevent undue erosion of the site or off-site properties, and to prevent excessive deposits of mud, silt, or debris upon any public street or easement, or within any channel, storm drain facility, swale, or watercourse. The drainage facilities shall be designed in accordance with the City's drainage master plan, applicable elements of the Policy Plan (General Plan) component of The Ontario Plan, and any applicable specific plan.

N. Sewage Facilities Improvements. Sewer mains, manholes, and appurtenances shall be constructed to serve each subdivision, lot, parcel, building or structure, and individual laterals shall be provided to each lot therein. All such facilities shall be installed prior to the paving of the streets, alleys, or improvement of the easements within the development. Sanitary sewers shall be constructed to the sizes, lines, grades, and design pursuant to City standards, and applicable elements of the Policy Plan (General Plan) component of The Ontario Plan, or any applicable specific plan.

O. Water Supply System Improvements. Water mains, service meters, cross connection control devices, valves, fire protection facilities, and all other appurtenances of the water system shall be provided to the applicable City master plan(s), and water lines, grades, and design shall be pursuant to City standards, and as required by applicable elements of the Policy Plan (General Plan) component of The Ontario Plan, or any applicable specific plan.

P. Underground Utilities and Service Lines. Whenever any tentative tract or parcel map, development project, or map for the reversion of lots to acreage is filed, all electrical, telephone, cable television, and similar wires, cables, services, and appurtenances that provide direct service to the property being subdivided, divided, or developed, shall be installed underground, and all existing facilities providing direct service to the building, structure, or development being added to or rebuilt, shall be underground as a condition precedent to the approval of the tentative tract or parcel map, by the City Council or City Engineer, as applicable.

Q. Development Impact Fees.

1. Prior to the issuance of a building permit for construction on any lot within any

subdivision or development project, the applicant for such permit shall pay all development impact fees established by resolution or ordinance of the City.

2. The City Council may authorize by resolution, the imposition of development

impact fees that are less than the maximum fees, to encourage the development of undeveloped and underdeveloped properties within the "Old Model Colony" area of the City.

3. Where it is determined that the public interest would be served by such an

agreement, the City Manager is hereby authorized to negotiate and execute agreements on behalf of the City, in order to provide credits to a project applicant against certain development impact fees, in exchange for the applicant's construction and dedication of public improvements on those reasonable terms and conditions as may be negotiated on a case-by-case basis, subject to approval by the City Council.

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4. The City Manager is further authorized to negotiate and execute agreements to

defer, waive, or reduce any development impact fees imposed upon an applicant for a particular development project, based upon evidence presented by the Applicant, that:

a. The development project will provide a general benefit to the health,

safety, morals, and welfare of the citizens of the City, and will not only be of special benefit to the project applicant;

b. Other properties to be benefitted by any development impact fee will not

be unfairly burdened by the delay, reduction, or waiver of said development impact fee; or

c. Deferral, waiver, or reduction in development impact fees will result in a more fair funding arrangement, and in the case of waiver or reduction, the owner will receive insufficient or no benefit from the development impact fee imposed, and would, therefore, be required, if the fee(s) were imposed in full, to pay more than their fair share for the benefit received.

5. The required findings (Subparagraphs 4.a through c, above) and any resulting

agreement(s) to defer, waive, or reduce any development impact fee(s) shall be subject to approval by the City Council.

R. Condemnation Proceedings. When any dedication, improvement or design is required by the City Engineer, and the subdivider or developer does not have full control of the land required in connection with the dedication, improvement or design, and condemnation proceedings are necessary as determined by the City, the subdivider or developer shall pay all necessary and reasonable costs involved in the condemnation or acquisition including, but not limited to, appraisal and court costs.

A. Design of Improvement Plans.

1. Following approval of a development project, tentative tract or parcel map, or

vesting tentative map, and prior to the submission of any final map or parcel map, the subdivider or developer shall prepare and submit complete sets of improvement plans and cost estimates for any improvement(s) required.

2. The acceptance of all required improvement plans by the City Engineer shall be a

prerequisite to the approval of the final map or parcel map, and in the case of a development project, shall be prerequisite to the issuance of any building permit.

3. All public or private improvement plans, profiles, descriptions, studies, calculations,

notes, surveys and drawings required pursuant to this Division shall be provided at no expense to the City and shall be prepared pursuant to the requirements of this Section and as required by the City Engineer.

4. Construction plans for street, alley, drainage, sewer, and water improvements,

traffic signals, and streetlights, and for any other required improvements, shall be drawn on standard City mylar film, in indelible ink, and shall be filed with the City Engineer for checking and review prior to their acceptance. All maps, sketches, descriptions, estimates, plans and other

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drawings and items required to fulfill the requirements of this Division shall also be provided in the form, content, number, and details as specified by the City Engineer.

5. The plans and profiles of all required and proposed public and private

improvements in a subdivision or development plan shall be furnished to the City Engineer and shall be ready for acceptance before a final map of the subdivision or the development plan is presented to the Approving Authority for approval.

6. No construction work shall commence on any of the improvements shown on any

construction or improvement plans required herein until the plans have been reviewed, approved, and signed by the City Engineer. After acceptance and signature by the City Engineer, all original drawings shall become the property of the City.

B. Application Requirements. The improvement plans shall be prepared by or under the direction of a registered civil engineer licensed by the state of California, and shall show the complete plans, profiles and details for all streets and appurtenances, storm drainage, water systems and fire hydrants, sewers, utilities, grading and all other improvements proposed or necessary, on-site and off-site. They shall meet all the requirements deemed necessary by the City Engineer.

C. Application Review Process.

1. Upon receipt of a complete set of improvement plans, the City Engineer shall

cause the plans to be reviewed and return one set to the applicant or their engineer, with the required revisions, if any, marked thereon.

2. When the plans are found to be complete and satisfactory to the City Engineer,

the applicant shall submit copies in the number and term deemed necessary by the City Engineer. The copies shall be accompanied by any additional number of complete sets of copies the applicant, their engineer, and contractors may require, to be noted as approved by the City Engineer.

D. Acceptance by City Engineer.

1. Upon finding that all required revisions have been made, all required fees have

been paid, and the plans conform to all applicable City ordinances, standards, and conditions of approval imposed upon the tentative map or development plan, the City Engineer shall accept the improvement plans.

2. Pursuant to GC Section 66456.2, the City Engineer shall act within 60 days of

receiving the preliminary improvement plans and calculations, except that at least 15 days shall be provided for processing any resubmitted improvement plan. The period of 60 days shall not include any days during which the improvement plans have been returned to the subdivider for corrections or have been subject to review by any party other than the City or a private entity contracted by the City.

3. The City Engineer's acceptance of improvement plans shall not relieve the

subdivider or developer of responsibility for the design of the improvements and for any deficiencies in the improvements.

E. Permit Required. The subdivider or developer shall not commence work on any portion of improvements prior to the issuance of an encroachment permit and payment of applicable

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permit and inspection fees. The City Engineering Department shall be notified in advance of commencement of any portion of the work.

F. Construction of Improvements.

1. All construction methods and materials for improvements shall conform to the

approved improvement plans, the requirements of the applicable construction permit, and any other applicable City standards and requirements.

2. All construction of improvements is subject to inspection by the City Engineer. The

subdivider and/or developer shall notify the City Engineer before beginning the construction of any improvements. The City shall always have full access to the improvement work during its construction.

G. Completion of Improvements/Subdivision Improvement Agreement.

1. If any public improvement required with the approval of a subdivision will not be

completed and accepted pursuant to Section 6.08.035 Dedications and Improvements) of this Division, prior to approval of the final map, the subdivider, at their expense, shall enter into a Subdivision Improvement Agreement as a condition precedent to approval of the final map, to complete the public improvements. Performance of the Subdivision Improvement Agreement shall be guaranteed by the security specified in Subsection I (Improvement Security) of this Section, and GC 66499 et seq.

2. A subdivision improvement agreement shall be prepared by the City Engineer in a

form approved by the City Attorney, and shall provide for the following:

a. Construction of all improvements shall be as set forth in the approved plans

and specifications;

b. The maximum period within which all improvements shall be completed to

the satisfaction of the City Engineer;

c. Provisions for inspection of all improvements by the City Engineer and

payment of fees by the subdivider for the cost of such inspection and all other incidental costs incurred by the City in enforcing the agreement;

d. If the subdivider fails to complete the work within the specified period of

time, or any extended period of time that may have lawfully been granted to the subdivider, the City may, at its option, complete the required improvement work and the subdivider and their surety shall be firmly bound, under a continuing obligation, for payment of the full cost and expense incurred or expended by the City in completing such work, including interest from the date of notice of said cost and expense until paid;

e. In the event of litigation occasioned by a default of the owner or

subdivider, his successors or assignees, the owner or subdivider, their successors or assignees will pay all costs involved, including reasonable attorney's fees, and that the same may be recovered as part of a lien against the real property; and

f. Additional terms or provisions, as may be necessary, pertaining to the

forfeiture, collection, and disposition of improvement security upon the failure of the contracting

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party to comply with the terms and provisions thereof or with the terms and provisions of this Development Code.

3. A subdivision improvement agreement shall be valid for a period specified in the

agreement, but not to exceed 2 years from the effective date of the agreement.

a. The term of a subdivision improvement agreement may be extended at the

discretion of the City Engineer.

b. A subdivision improvement agreement shall not only bind the present

subdivider, but also all heirs, successors, executors, administrators, and assignees, so that the obligation runs with the real property. All agreements shall be executed by all those parties executing the final or parcel map.

H. Inspection of Improvements.

1. The construction of improvements required pursuant to this Division shall be subject

to inspection and testing by the City Engineer to ensure compliance with the standards and specifications specified and required by this Division. All work and improvements shall be found to conform to the standards and specifications as a condition of the City's acceptance and release of any improvement securities held therefor.

2. No construction shall commence or continue without arrangements first having

been made with the City Engineer for inspection. The City Engineer and his authorized representatives shall have the right to stop any work, refuse to inspect any work, or reject any or all work and construction if it is found that the work is unauthorized, is unsafe in any way to the workers or the public, is inferior in materials or workmanship, was performed without inspection, or does not meet or comply with city standards, specifications, or city-approved construction plans. Reasonable access to the construction and work shall be provided at all times so that full knowledge of the progress, workmanship, and character of the materials used in the work can be gained.

3. Upon completion of the required improvements, the subdivider or developer shall

apply in writing to the City Engineer for preliminary final inspection. The City Engineer shall conduct a preliminary final inspection and prepare a deficiency list, noting all additional work to be performed and deficiencies in existing work to be corrected. The City Engineer shall provide a copy of the deficiency list to the subdivider or developer. If there are an excessive number of deficiencies or missing improvements, the City Engineer may choose to postpone the inspection.

4. After the subdivider or developer has corrected all of the items on the deficiency

list, the subdivider or developer shall apply to the City Engineer for final inspection. The City Engineer shall conduct a final inspection and verify that the items on the deficiency list have been corrected. Upon verification, and after receiving record drawings (improvement plans), the City Engineer shall accept the improvements and issue a notice of completion to the subdivider or developer.

5. The City Engineer's acceptance of improvements shall not relieve the subdivider or

developer of responsibility for correcting any deficiency that subsequently is discovered.

I. Improvement Security. Performance of a subdivision improvement agreement required pursuant to Subsection G (Completion of Improvements/Subdivision Improvement Agreement) of this Section shall be guaranteed by the security specified herein and GC Section 66499 et seq.

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Any public improvement required with the approval of the Development Plan submitted pursuant to Section 4.02.025 (Development Plans) of this Development Code, at the discretion of the City Engineer, shall be guaranteed by the security specified herein.

1. Acceptable Forms of Required Improvement Security. Improvement securities shall

be posted as a guarantee of the performance of any act, improvement, or obligation required as a condition of approval of any final map or parcel map, parcel map waiver, lot line adjustment, lot merger or development project. Unless otherwise provided herein, all such improvement securities shall be provided in one of the following forms, subject to approval and acceptance by the City Engineer and City Attorney:

a. Bonds by Authorized Corporate Sureties. One or more bonds by one or

more duly authorized corporate sureties substantially in the form prescribed by the Subdivision Map Act, and subject to approval and acceptance by the City Attorney and City Council;

b. Negotiable Bonds or a Letter of Credit. A deposit with the City of

immediately negotiable bonds or a letter of credit; or

c. Cash and/or Negotiable Bonds of The Kind Approved for Securing Deposits

of Public Moneys. A deposit with the City or a responsible escrow agent or trust company, at the option of the City, of cash and/or negotiable bonds of the kind approved for securing deposits of public moneys; or

d. Lien or Other Security Interests. Any other form of security, including a lien

or other security interests in real property, which the City Engineer and the City Attorney may, in their discretion, allow; provided, they determine that it is equivalent to the foregoing forms of security in terms of security and liquidity. Any written contract or document creating security interests shall be recorded in the Office of the County Recorder. From the time of recordation, a lien shall attach to the real property described therein, which shall have the priority of a judgment lien in the amounts specified.

2. Required Security Amounts.

a. Performance and Guarantee. The subdivider or developer shall provide an

amount determined by the City Engineer, up to 100 percent of the total estimated cost of the improvement to be performed, including costs and fees incurred by the City. The estimated cost of improvement shall include a 10 percent contingency and a 10 percent increase for projected inflation computed to the estimated mid-point of construction; and

b. Payment. The subdivider or developer shall provide an amount determined

by the City Engineer, up to 100 percent of the total estimated cost of the improvement to be performed, excluding grading and monumentation.

3. Release of Improvement Security. Improvement security may be released upon the

final completion and acceptance of the act or work by the City Engineer; provided, however, such release shall not apply to the amount of security deemed necessary by the City Engineer for the guarantee and warranty period, nor to costs and reasonable expense fees, including reasonable attorney's fees incurred by the City in enforcing any improvement agreement. The subdivider or developer shall not be entitled to any reduction in security, except pursuant to Paragraph 4 (Partial Release of Improvement Security), below, until all improvements have been completed to the satisfaction of, and have been accepted by, the City Engineer.

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4. Partial Release of Improvement Security. A partial release of performance security

may be requested in writing from the Engineering Department. The portion of the performance security, in conjunction with the satisfactory completion of a part of the improvements as the work progresses, may be released upon the approval of the City Engineer, subject to the following:

a. No release shall be considered until at least 50 percent of the improvements

are completed;

b. No release shall be considered for an amount less than 10 percent of the

original total improvement security given for performance and guarantee;

c. An amount of up to 200 percent of the revised estimated construction cost

for the remaining required improvements shall be required for the substitute security (or the remaining security);

d. The City Engineer is responsible for reviewing all applications and shall

determine the amount of substitute security required in accordance with Subparagraph I.4.c, above; and

e. The original performance security may be released only upon receiving the

proper substitute security, which has been determined acceptable by the City Attorney and the City Engineer.

J. Completion of Improvements.

1. Public improvements required as a condition of approval shall be completed

pursuant to this Division unless they are deferred pursuant to Subsection K (Deferred Improvements) of this Section. The City Engineer shall review and approve any improvement agreement, conduct an inspection, and approve any constructed public improvement necessary to satisfy this provision, with the City Council delegating final approval to the City Engineer of any agreement or acceptance of any completed public improvement.

2. Once begun, public improvements for a final tract or parcel map, or development

plan when required, shall be constructed to completion without interruption. The subdivider or developer shall exercise due diligence to ensure that this provision is met to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. Construction and inspection of public improvements shall be governed by City standards and the requirements of any applicable permit.

3. Notwithstanding any applicable agreement, the construction and maintenance

of any public improvement is the responsibility of the subdivider or developer and shall remain so until such time that the City Council accepts the completed public improvements.

4. Upon acceptance of a public improvement, the City Engineer shall provide a

notice of completion for that public improvement and shall release applicable securities for that public improvement. This action shall serve to transfer ownership and maintenance responsibility of the public improvement from the subdivider or developer to the City, and to provide full acceptance of the applicable dedication or easement, which acceptance had been contingent upon completion and acceptance of public improvements within said dedication or easement, subject to the terms of any applicable agreement.

K. Deferred Improvements. The Approving Authority for a tentative map or parcel map shall be responsible for approving any request for the deferred construction of on-site and off-site

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improvements required by a tentative map or parcel map. The City Attorney shall approve the form and content of all deferred improvement agreements prior to the City accepting the document.

A. Purpose. The purpose of this Section is to establish criteria for the establishment of common interest subdivisions. For the purposes of this Section, the term "common interest subdivision" means a community apartment, condominium, planned development, or stock cooperative.

B. Applicability. The herein prescribed regulations shall be implemented in conjunction with the establishment of any common interest subdivision in the City.

C. Common Interest Subdivisions are Exempt from Minimum Lot Area and Building Setback Requirements. Common interest subdivisions shall be exempt from the minimum lot area and building setback regulations applicable to individually numbered and/or lettered lots identified on a tract or parcel map, excepting one-lot subdivisions. For the purposes of a common interest subdivision, any minimum lot area requirement shall be applied to the overall area of the common interest subdivision. Furthermore, any minimum building setback requirement shall only be applied to the exterior boundary of the common interest subdivision.

D. Recordation of a Tract or Parcel Map is Required. The establishment of a common interest subdivision shall require the approval and recordation of a tract or parcel map pursuant to the provisions of the Subdivision Map Act (commencing with GC Section 66410), Section 4.02.100 (Subdivisions—Tentative Tract and Parcel Maps, and Vesting Maps) and Section 4.03.030 (Final Maps and Parcel Maps) of this Development Code, and all applicable requirements of this Division.

E. Recordation of Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&Rs). Covenants, conditions, and restrictions, if required, shall be recorded concurrently with the final map or parcel map, required pursuant to Subsection D (Recordation of a Tract or Parcel Map is Required), above, in the office of the San Bernardino County Recorder.

1. The purpose of the covenants, conditions, and restrictions is to guarantee

compatibility and coordination of all lots or units within a common interest subdivision in terms of access, parking, landscaping, recreation facilities, open space, property and landscape maintenance, and architecture. Furthermore, the covenants, conditions, and restrictions shall establish a property owner (or homeowner) association for the purpose of maintaining common areas and facilities, enforcement of the covenants, conditions, and restrictions, regulation of operations and uses within the development, and ensuring continued architectural and landscaping compatibility within the development.

2. The covenants, conditions, and restrictions shall be subject to approval and

acceptance by the Planning Director and City Engineer prior to recordation. Furthermore, the City may be required to be a non-voting member of the association and maintain the right of enforcement of the covenants, conditions, and restrictions.

3. The covenants, conditions, and restrictions shall include the establishment of a

specific methodology or procedure for enforcement of its provisions by the City, if adequate maintenance of the development does not occur. Such procedures may include, but is not

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limited to, granting the City the right of access to correct maintenance issues and assess the property owner (or homeowner) association for all costs incurred by the City.

F. Recordation of a Condominium Plan. The establishment of a condominium shall require the approval of a Condominium Plan by the City and the recordation of said Condominium Plan in the office of the San Bernardino County Recorder, prior to the sale of the first dwelling unit.

This Section shall apply to the conversion of any existing residential real property to a common interest project, including condominium, community apartments, stock cooperative project, or any other similar form of common ownership, except conversion projects for which a final or parcel map has been approved prior to the effective date of this Development Code, or where the conversion involved a limited equity housing cooperative as defined in HSC Section 33007.5. All provisions, conditions, and further definitions of condominium development, as included in the California Civil Code, shall apply to the divisions of real property as permitted herein.

A. Purpose. The purpose of this Section regulating conversions to a residential common interest project is as follows:

1. Establish criteria for the conversion of existing single-family and multiple-family

rental housing to community apartments, condominiums, planned developments, or stock cooperatives;

2. Ensure that converted housing achieves high quality appearance and safety, and

is consistent with the goals and policies of The Ontario Plan;

3. Endeavor to maintain a reasonable balance of ownership and rental housing

within the City, and a variety of housing choices of varying tenure, type, price, and location;

4. Ensure that the purchasers of community apartments, condominiums, planned

developments, or stock cooperatives converted from existing rental housing stock have been properly informed as to the physical condition of dwellings offered for purchase; and

5. Ensure compliance with all requirements of applicable development, building, fire

codes, plumbing, and electrical codes, and other applicable State and local laws and regulations, in effect at the time of filing of the tentative subdivision maps for conversion.

B. Applicability. Any conversion to a residential common interest project, including a community apartment, residential condominium, residential planned development, or residential stock cooperative, shall be subject to all applicable provisions of the Subdivision Map Act (commencing with GC Section 66410), the requirements of this Section, and all other applicable requirements of this Development Code and the Ontario Municipal Code.

C. Application Requirements. A residential common interest project conversion request shall consist of the following:

1. Subdivision Application. A subdivision application as required by Section 4.02.100

(Subdivisions—Tentative Tract and Parcel Maps, and Vesting Maps) of this Development Code.

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2. Physical Elements Report. A report on the physical elements of all structures and

facilities shall be submitted with the tentative or vesting tentative map. The report shall include, but not is limited to, the following:

a. Architect's or Engineer's Report. A report by a licensed architect or engineer detailing the structural condition of all elements of the property, including foundations, electrical, plumbing, utilities, walls, ceiling, windows, recreational equipment, parking facilities, appliances, and fixtures. The report shall state, to the best knowledge or estimate of the applicant, the following:

(1) When the element was constructed or installed;

(2) The condition of each element;

(3) When the element was replaced;

(4) The approximate condition of each element;

(5) Any variation or non-compliance of the element from this

Development Code and the Building Code in effect on the date the last building permit was issued for the subject structure;

(6) The approximate date upon which the application for conversion

was filed and accepted by the city; and

(7) The report shall identify any defective or unsafe elements and set

forth the proposed corrective measures to be employed.

b. Pest Control Report. A report from a licensed structural pest control

operator, approved by the city, on each structure and each unit within the structure.

c. Soils and Geological Hazard Reports. Soils and geological hazard reports

prepared pursuant to Section 6.08.025 (Reports) of this Division, regarding soil deposits, rock formations, faults, groundwater, landslides, and liquefaction within the vicinity of the project, and a statement regarding any known evidence of soil problems relating to the structures. Reference shall be made to any previous soils reports for the site and a copy submitted with the report.

d. Repairs and Improvements Report. A statement of repairs and

improvements to be made by the subdivider necessary to refurbish and restore the project to achieve a high degree of appearance and safety.

e. Notice to Tenants. The subdivider shall supply proof of all written notices as

required by the Subdivision Map Act for conversion projects, as listed in Subsection E (Notice to Tenants) of this Section.

f. Plans and Information. The subdivider shall provide plans, maps, reports,

special studies, exhibits, and any other information deemed necessary by the City to process the conversion, as identified on the applicable City application forms.

g. Proposed Declaration. The subdivider shall provide a proposed

declaration, as required by CC Section 1353. The declaration shall include an agreement for the

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creation of an association responsible for common area maintenance, a clear designation of parking and signage rights, and a method for resolving differences.

h. Development Plan Application Required. The developer shall submit a Development Plan application for approval of the conversion pursuant to Section 4.02.030 (Development Plans) of this Development Code.

D. Procedures.

1. Notification and Hearing Requirements. A final subdivision map creating a

community apartment, condominium, planned development, or stock cooperative from the conversion of rental housing units, unless the subdivider shows that the following notification procedures have been fulfilled:

a. Each of the tenants or prospective tenants of the proposed community

apartment, condominium, planned development, or stock cooperative project has received or will receive each of the notices included in the Subdivision Map Act (commencing with GC Section 66410), including the following:

(1) Written notification pursuant to GC Section 66452.8 and GC Section

66452.9, of intention to convert, provided at least 60 days prior to the filing of a tentative map;

(2) Written notification at least 10 days prior to the date of the public

hearing at which the Approving Authority will review the Conditional Use Permit for the requested conversion in compliance with GC Section 65090 and GC Section 65091. Notice shall also be mailed to the owner of the subject property, as well as all property owners within 300 FT of the subject property, as shown on the last equalized tax assessor roll. In addition, a notice of public hearing shall be published at least once in a newspaper of general circulation at least 10 days prior to the hearing;

(3) Written notification pursuant to GC Section 66427.1(a) that each

tenant shall receive a 10-day notice that a final public report will be, or has been, submitted to the Department of Real Estate, that the period for each tenant's right to purchase begins with the issuance of the report, and that the report will be available from the City, upon request;

(4) Written notification that the subdivider has received the public

report from the Department of Real Estate. This notice shall be provided within 5 days after the date that the subdivider receives the public report from the Department of Real Estate;

(5) Written notification within 10 days following approval of a final map

for the proposed conversion;

(6) Upon approval of a final map for the proposed conversion, written

notification shall continually be delivered to all prospective tenants prior to execution of a rental agreement using the form in GC Section 66459(a). Failure to do so will not be grounds to deny the conversion, but will require the subdivider to pay each prospective tenant who was entitled to that notice, an amount as indicated in GC Section 66459(f);

(7) Written notification pursuant to GC Section 66452.11 shall be

provided to all affected tenants at least 180 days prior to termination of tenancy due to the conversion or proposed conversion, but not before the City has approved a tentative map for the conversion. The notice given pursuant to this subparagraph shall not alter or abridge the rights or

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obligations of the parties in performance of their covenants, including, but not limited to, the provision of services, payment of rent, or the obligations imposed by CC Section 1941, 1941.1, and 1941.2; and

(8) Notice of an exclusive right to contract for the purchase of a

tenant's respective unit upon the same terms and conditions that the unit will be initially offered to the general public, or terms more favorable to the tenant. The exclusive right to purchase shall commence on the date the subdivision public report is issued, as provided in BPC Section 11018.2, and shall run for a period of not fewer than 90 days, unless the tenant gives prior written notice of their intention not to exercise the right. Notice shall be given using the form included in GC Section 66452.12(b).

b. If a rental agreement was negotiated in a language other than English, all

required written notices regarding the conversion of residential real property into a community apartment, condominium, planned development, or stock cooperative project shall be issued in that language.

2. Division of Airspace Not Required. A map of a community apartment,

condominium, planned development, or stock cooperative project need not show the buildings or the manner in which the buildings or the airspace above the property shown on the map are to be divided. The City does not have the right to refuse approval, of a conversion project (tentative or final map, or parcel map), based upon the manner in which the airspace is divided or any of the provisions listed in GC Section 66472.

3. Limitation on the Number of Rental Housing Units Converted Within a Current

Calendar Year. The conversion of rental housing units to a community apartment, condominium, planned development, or stock cooperative, shall not result in the conversion of more than 5 percent of the potentially convertible rental units in the City during any current calendar year.

E. Notice to Tenants.

1. Tenant Notifications. The developer shall notify current and potential tenants

according to Paragraph D.1 (Notification and Hearing Requirements) of this Section and the Subdivision Map Act.

2. Tenant Rights.

a. Tenants Right to Purchase. As provided in GC Section 66427.1(b), any

present tenant or tenants of any housing unit shall be given a nontransferable right of first refusal to purchase the unit occupied at a price no greater than the price offered to the general public. The right of first refusal shall extend for at least 60 days from the date of issuance of the subdivision public report pursuant to BPC Section 11018.2, unless the tenant gives prior written notice of his intent not to exercise the right.

b. Vacation of Units. Each tenant that does not purchase a housing unit, and

is not in default under the obligations of the rental agreement or lease under which they occupy the unit, shall have no fewer than 180 days from the date of receipt of notification from the owner of their intent to convert, or from the filing date of the final map, whichever date is later, to find substitute housing and to relocate. Tenants shall have the right to terminate leases at any time after receiving the notice.

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c. Increase in Rents. From the date of submittal of the tentative or vesting

tentative map, until the sale of the unit, no tenant's rent shall be increased more frequently than once every 12 months, at a rate no greater than the Consumer Price Index, as compiled by the Federal Bureau of Labor Statistics. This limitation shall not apply if rent increases are provided for in leases or contracts in existence prior to the filing date of the tentative map.

d. Notice to New Tenants. After submittal of the application to convert, any

prospective tenant shall be notified in writing by the developer of the intent to convert prior to leasing or renting any unit and shall not be subject to the provisions of Subparagraph E.2.c (Increase in Rents) of this Section.

e. Senior Citizens, the Handicapped, and the Disabled. The developer shall be

required to retain ownership of units occupied at the time of filing of the tentative map by senior citizens (persons 62 years of age or older) or the handicapped (as defined by HSC Section 50072) or the disabled (as defined by 42USC423), for a period of one year from the date of approval by the Approving Authority.

F. Standards for Conversion.

1. Building and Physical Standards.

a. The community apartment, condominium, planned development, or stock

cooperative conversion project, and all individual units and common areas contained therein, shall comply with all applicable existing and current development, building (including energy conservation and sound transmission), fire, and subdivision requirements, unless legally nonconforming.

b. The community apartment, condominium, planned development, or stock cooperative conversion project shall comply with all applicable provisions of Ontario Municipal Code Chapter 11 (Security Standards for Building).

c. The consumption of gas, electricity and water within each unit shall be

separately metered so that the unit owner can be separately billed for each unit. Each unit shall have its own panel, or access thereto, for all electrical circuits that serve the unit. The requirements of this subsection may be waived where the Approving Authority finds that full compliance with this provision would not be practicable and the developer submits an alternative plan approved by the Approving Authority.

d. The electrical, plumbing, mechanical, fire, and life safety systems of the

structure shall be placed in a condition of good repair and maintenance.

e. The buildings and facilities shall be upgraded to meet the requirements of

Ontario Municipal Code Title 5, Chapter 29 (Noise). The Approving Authority may require additional insulation or other upgrades to reduce noise to an acceptable level.

f. The developer shall dedicate land or easements for street widening, public

access, or other public purposes in connection with the project, where determined necessary by the Approving Authority and in conformance with this Development Code.

g. All on-site and adjacent overhead utility service lines and poles shall be

converted to an underground system consistent with the requirements of this Development Code.

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h. All main buildings, structures, fences, patio enclosures, carports, irrigation

systems, landscaped areas, accessory buildings, sidewalks, driveways and additional elements as required by the Approving Authority shall be refurbished and restored as necessary, to achieve a high quality appearance and safety.

i. If Development Impact Fees have not previously been paid for the

affected residential units, the required fees shall be paid prior to the recordation of the final map, or as otherwise required by City ordinance.

j. The developer shall provide each purchaser with a copy of the below-listed

items, prior to executing any purchase agreement or other contract to purchase a unit within the project and shall give the purchaser sufficient time to review the information. Copies of the information shall also be made available at all times at the sales office and a notice indicating that the reports and documentation are available shall be posted on the project site, at locations approved by the Planning Director. In addition, copies of the required reports and documentation shall be provided to the Homeowners Association upon its formation.

(1) Reports and documentation required by Paragraph C.2 (Physical

Elements Report) of this Section, in their final form as accepted by the City; and

(2) A copy of the covenants, conditions, and restrictions, and a project

maintenance plan.

k. Other conditions may be applied as deemed necessary by the Approving

Authority to further the intent of this Section.

2. Securities and Penalties. All improvements and alterations required pursuant to this

Section and all other applicable requirements of this Development Code, the Ontario Municipal Code, and the conditions of project approval, shall be made prior to the approval of the final map or parcel map, or upon approval of the Planning Director, City Engineer, and Building Official, and a deposit paid to the City pursuant to Division 2.06 (Performance Guarantees), to assure the completion of all required work prior to the closing of escrow on any unit within the project. The deposit shall be accompanied by an agreement by the developer, and owner of the project if different from the developer, in a form to be approved by the city attorney, guaranteeing completion of the work.

G. Findings. The Approving Authority, prior to approving a tentative tract or parcel map, or a Conditional Use Permit, for the conversion of rental housing units to a common interest project, including a community apartment, residential condominium, residential planned development, or residential stock cooperative, shall find and clearly establish the following findings:

1. Not Detrimental. All provisions of this Section have been met and the project will

not be detrimental to the health, safety, or welfare of the community;

2. Consistency with The Ontario Plan. The proposed conversion is consistent with the

Vision, City Council Priorities, and Policy Plan (General Plan) components of The Ontario Plan;

3. Conformity with Title. The proposed conversion conforms to all applicable

requirements of this Development Code; and

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4. Housing Diversity. The proposed conversion of rental housing units to a community

apartment, condominium, planned development, or stock cooperative, will not have an adverse effect on the diversity of housing types available in the City.

This Section shall apply to the conversion of any existing nonresidential real property to a common interest project, such as condominiums or any other similar form of common ownership, except conversion projects for which a final or parcel map has been approved prior to the effective date of this Development Code. All provisions, conditions, and further definitions of condominium development, as included in the California Civil Code, shall apply to the divisions of real property as permitted herein.

A. Purpose. The purpose of this Section is to provide a legal process for the conversion of existing nonresidential buildings to a common interest ownership, such as a condominium, so as to protect both the community and the purchasers of units within a common interest project. This Section provides regulations to ensure adequate and safe building design and maintenance for all industrial and commercial common interest conversions, in order to achieve this goal.

B. Applicability. Any conversion to a nonresidential common interest project shall be subject to all applicable provisions of the Subdivision Map Act (commencing with GC Section 66410), the requirements of this Section, and all other applicable requirements of this Development Code and the Ontario Municipal Code.

C. Application Requirements. A request for the approval of a parcel map for a nonresidential common interest project conversion, shall be accompanied by the following items:

1. Subdivision Application. A subdivision application as required by Section 4.02.100

(Subdivisions—Tentative Tract and Parcel Maps, and Vesting Maps) of this Development Code.

2. Physical Elements Report. A physical elements report shall be submitted for each

structure and/or facility, as described in Paragraph C.2 (Physical Elements Report) of Section

3. Notice to Tenants. Proof of all written notices required by the Subdivision Map Act

for conversion projects, as listed in Subsection E (Notice to Tenants) of Section 6.08.045 (Conversion to a Residential Common Interest Project) of this Division.

4. Plans and Information. Provide plans, maps, reports, special studies, exhibits, and

any other information deemed necessary by the City to process the conversion, as identified on the applicable City application forms.

5. Proposed Declaration. Provide a copy of the declaration required by CC Section

1353. The declaration shall include an agreement for the creation of an association responsible for common area maintenance, a clear designation of parking and signage rights, and a method for resolving differences.

      6. Development Plan Application Required. The developer shall submit a

      Development Plan application for approval of the conversion pursuant to Section 4.02.030 (Development Plans) of this Development Code.

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D. Procedures.

1. Acceptance of Reports. The final form of the reports and other documents required

under Subsection C (Application Requirements) of this Section shall be as approved by the City. The reports, in their accepted form, shall remain on file with the City for review by the public. The subdivider shall provide each purchaser with a copy of the reports in their final, accepted form.

2. Inspection. In conjunction with the filing of a nonresidential common interest

project conversion request, the subdivider shall request that an inspection of the premises be made by the Building Official and the City Engineer. The inspection shall include structures, common areas, site improvements, public improvements, and all other related facilities. A deficiency list shall be compiled during the inspection, which lists all necessary corrections required to conform to the requirements of this Section and all other applicable codes and ordinances.

3. Corrective Work. Upon completion of the inspection required pursuant to

Paragraph D.2 (Inspection), above, a copy of the deficiency list shall be transmitted to the subdivider. All deficiencies shall be corrected to the satisfaction of the City prior to filing a final map or parcel map. When plans for corrective work are required, they shall be as approved by the appropriate city official, prior to the filing of the final map or parcel map.

4. Payment of Inspection Fees. The City shall charge the usual fees, if applicable, or

an hourly fee for the inspection and processing according to an estimated actual hourly cost to the city. The owner shall post a cash deposit in an amount equal to the estimated cost of inspection. The deposit will be applied toward the inspection fee, with any refund or balance due to be resolved before the approval of the final map by the Approving Authority. Any unpaid balances shall be paid prior to recordation of the final map.

E. Standards for Conversion.

1. Building and Physical Standards.

a. Building Regulations. The project shall conform to the applicable standards

of the City's Building Code that was in effect at the time the last building permit was issued for the affected structures.

b. Fire Prevention. Each unit shall be provided with a fire-warning system

conforming to the City's Building Code. All fire hydrants, fire alarm systems, portable fire extinguishers and other fire protective appliances shall be retained in an operable condition at all times.

c. Sound Transmission.

(1) Vibration Transmission. All permanent mechanical equipment, such

as motors, compressors, pumps, compactors, or any item determined by the Building Official to be a source of structural vibration or structural-borne noise shall be vibration-isolated with inertia blocks or bases, or vibration isolator springs, in a manner approved by the Building Official.

(2) Noise Standards. The structures shall conform to all interior and

exterior sound transmission standards of CCR Title 24, the City's Building Code, and the requirements of Ontario Municipal Code Chapter 29 (Noise). The Approving Authority may require additional insulation or other upgrades to reduce noise to an acceptable level.

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d. Utility Metering. Each unit shall be separately metered for gas, electricity

and water, unless the covenants, conditions, and restrictions provide for the property owner association to take responsibility for these utilities.

e. Landscape Maintenance. All landscaping shall be restored, or new landscaping shall be installed, to achieve a high degree of appearance and quality pursuant to Division 6.05 (Landscaping) of this Development Code. Provisions shall be made within the declaration required pursuant to Paragraph C.5 (Proposed Declaration) of this Section, for continuing maintenance of all landscaped areas. Existing landscaping is subject to review and approval by the Approving Authority. If new landscaping is proposed, the design of all landscaping is subject to review and approval by the City.

f. Off-Street Parking and Loading. Off-street parking and loading shall be

provided pursuant to the requirements of Division 6.03 (Off-Street Parking and Loading) this Development Code, for allowed commercial and industrial land uses, as applicable.

g. Refurbishing and Restoration of Improvements. Each main building,

structure, fence, accessory building, sidewalk, driveway, landscaped area, utilities, and additional element as required by the department shall be refurbished and restored as necessary to achieve a high degree of appearance, quality and safety. The refurbishing and restoration is subject to review and approval by the department.

h. Building Security Standards. Each unit shall comply with all applicable

provisions of Ontario Municipal Code Chapter 11 (Security Standards for Building).

i. Dedication of Land and Easements. The developer shall dedicate land or

easements for street widening, public access, or other public purposes in connection with the project, where determined necessary by the Approving Authority, and in conformance with this Development Code.

j. Undergrounding of Overhead Utilities. All on-site and adjacent overhead

utility service lines and poles shall be converted to an underground system consistent with the requirements of this Development Code.

k. Copies of Reports and Documentation to be Provided to New Property

Owners. The developer shall provide each purchaser with a copy of the below-listed items, prior to executing any purchase agreement or other contract to purchase a unit within the project and shall give the purchaser sufficient time to review the information. In addition, copies of the required reports and documentation shall be provided to the Property Owner Association upon its formation.

(1) Reports and documentation required by Paragraph C.2 (Physical

Elements Report) of this Section, in their final form as accepted by the City; and

(2) A copy of the covenants, conditions, and restrictions.

l. Additional Conditions. Additional conditions may be applied as deemed

necessary by the Approving Authority to further the intent of this Section.

2. Securities and Penalties. All improvements and alterations required pursuant to this

Section and all other applicable requirements of this Development Code, the Ontario Municipal Code, and the conditions of project approval, shall be made prior to the approval of the final

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map or parcel map, or upon approval of the Planning Director, City Engineer, and Building Official, and a deposit paid to the City pursuant to Division 2.06 (Performance Guarantees), to assure the completion of all required work prior to the closing of escrow on any unit within the project. The deposit shall be accompanied by an agreement by the developer, and owner of the project if different from the developer, in a form to be approved by the city attorney, guaranteeing completion of the work.

F. Findings. The Approving Authority may not approve a request for a conversion to an industrial or commercial common interest project, unless it finds and clearly establishes that the proposed conversion conforms to the requirements of this Section, and is consistent with the Vision, Policy Plan (General Plan), and City Council Priorities components of The Ontario Plan, and all other applicable requirements of this Development Code and the Ontario Municipal Code.

A. Purpose. The purpose of this Section is to allow and appropriately regulate Urban Lot Splits pursuant to GC Section 66411.7.

B. Definition. For the purposes of this Section, the term "Urban Lot Split" shall mean the subdivision of an existing, legally subdivided lot into two lots pursuant to the requirements of this Section.

C. Application.

1. Only individual property owners may apply for an Urban Lot Split. "Individual

property owner" means a natural person holding fee title individually or jointly in the person's own name or a beneficiary of a trust that holds fee title. "Individual property owner" does not include any corporation or corporate person of any kind (partnership, LP, LLC, C corporation, S corporation, etc.) except for a community land trust (as defined by Revenue and Taxation Code Section 402.1(a)(11)(C)(ii)) or a qualified nonprofit corporation (as defined by Section 214.15).

2. An application for an Urban Lot Split shall be submitted on a City application form.

Only a complete application will be considered. The City will inform the applicant in writing of any incompleteness within 30 days following application submittal.

3. The City may establish a fee to recover its costs for adopting, implementing, and

enforcing this Section of the Development Code, pursuant to applicable law. The City council may establish and change the fee by resolution. The fee shall be paid with the application.

D. Approval.

1. An application for a parcel map for an Urban Lot Split is approved or denied

ministerially, by the City Engineer, without discretionary review.

2. A tentative parcel map for an Urban Lot Split shall be approved ministerially if it

complies with all the requirements of this Section. The tentative parcel map may not be recorded. A final parcel map shall be approved ministerially as well, but not until the owner demonstrates that all required documents have been recorded, such as the deed restriction and easements. The tentative parcel map shall expire 3 months following approval.

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3. The approval shall require the owner and applicant to hold the City of Ontario

harmless from all claims and damages related to the approval and its subject matter.

4. The approval shall require the owner and applicant to reimburse the City for all

costs of enforcement, including attorneys' fees and costs associated with enforcing the requirements of this Development Code.

E. Requirements. An Urban Lot Split shall satisfy each of the following requirements:

1. Subdivision Map Act Compliance.

a. The Urban Lot Split shall conform to all applicable objective requirements

of the Subdivision Map Act (GC Section 66410 et seq., "SMA"), including implementing requirements in this Development Code, except as otherwise expressly provided in this Section.

b. If an Urban Lot Split violates any part of the SMA, the City's subdivision regulations, including this Section, or any other legal requirement:

(1) The buyer or grantee of a lot that is created by the Urban Lot Split

has all the remedies available under the SMA, including but not limited to an action for damages or to void the deed, sale, or contract.

(2) The City has all the remedies available to it under the SMA, including

but not limited to the following:

(a) An action to enjoin any attempt to sell, lease, or finance the

property.

(b) An action for other legal, equitable, or summary remedy,

such as declaratory and injunctive relief.

(c) Criminal prosecution, punishable by imprisonment in county

jail or state prison for up to one year, by a fine of up to $10,000, or both, or a misdemeanor.

(d) Record a notice of violation.

(e) Withhold any or all future permits and approvals.

c. Notwithstanding Section 66411.1 of the SMA, no dedication of rights-of-way

or construction of offsite improvements is required for an Urban Lot Split.

2. Zoning District. The lot to be split is in a single-family residential zoning district. For

purposes of this Section, the term "single-family residential zoning district" shall mean the LDR-5 (Low Density Residential – 2.1 to 5.0 DU/Acre) zoning district.

3. Lot Location. Pursuant to the GC Section 65913.4(a)(6)(B) through (K), the lot to be

split shall not be located on a site that is any of the following:

a. Prime farmland, farmland of statewide importance, or land that is zoned or

designated for agricultural protection or preservation by the voters.

b. A wetland.

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c. Within a very high fire hazard severity zone, unless the site complies with all

fire-hazard mitigation measures required by existing building standards.

d. A hazardous waste site that has not been cleared for residential use.

e. Within a delineated earthquake fault zone, unless all development on the

site complies with applicable seismic protection building code standards.

f. Within a 100-year flood hazard area, unless the site has either:

(1) Been subject to a Letter of Map Revision prepared by the Federal

Emergency Management Agency and issued to the local jurisdiction; or

(2) Meets Federal Emergency Management Agency requirements

necessary to meet minimum flood plain management criteria of the National Flood Insurance Program.

g. Within a regulatory floodway, unless all development on the site has

received a no-rise certification.

h. Land identified for conservation in an adopted natural community conservation plan, habitat conservation plan, or other adopted natural resource protection plan.

i. Habitat for protected species.

j. Land under conservation easement.

4. Not Historic. The lot to be split shall not be a historic property or within a historic

district that is included on the State Historic Resources Inventory. Nor may the lot be or be within a site that is designated by ordinance as a city or county landmark or as a historic property or district.

5. No Prior Urban Lot Split.

a. The lot to be split was not established through a prior Urban Lot Split.

b. The lot to be split is not adjacent to any lot that was established through a

prior Urban Lot Split by the owner of the lot to be split or by any person acting in concert with the owner. For the purposes of this Section, the term "any person acting in concert with the owner" shall include any third-party that coordinates or assists the owners of two adjacent lots with their respective Urban Lot Splits.

6. No Impact on Protected Housing. The Urban Lot Split shall not require or include the

demolition or alteration of any of the following types of housing:

a. Housing that is income-restricted for households of moderate, low, or very

low income.

b. Housing that is subject to any form of rent or price control through a public

entity's valid exercise of its policy power.

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c. Housing, or a lot that used to have housing, that has been withdrawn from

rental or lease under the Ellis Act (GC Sections 7060–7060.7) at any time in the 15 years prior to submission of the Urban Lot Split application.

d. Housing that has been occupied by a tenant in the last 3 years. The

applicant and the owner of a property for which an Urban Lot Split is sought shall provide a sworn statement as to this fact with the application for the tentative parcel map. The City may conduct its own inquiries and investigation to ascertain the veracity of the sworn statement, including but not limited to, surveying owners of nearby properties; and the City may require additional evidence of the applicant and owner as necessary to determine compliance with this requirement.

7. Lot Size.

a. The lot to be split shall be at least 2,400 SF.

b. Each lot created by an Urban Lot Split shall be at least 1,200 SF.

c. Each lot created by an Urban Lot Split shall be between 60 percent and 40

percent of the original lot area.

8. Easements.

a. The owner shall enter into an easement agreement with each public-

service provider to establish easements that are sufficient for the provision of public services and facilities to each of the resulting lots.

b. Each easement shall be shown on the parcel map.

c. Copies of the unrecorded easement agreements shall be submitted with

the application. The easement agreements shall be recorded against the property before the final parcel map may be approved pursuant to subpart D.2 above.

9. Lot Access.

a. Each lot created by an Urban Lot Split shall adjoin a public street right-of-

way.

b. Each lot created by an Urban Lot Split shall have frontage on the public

street right-of-way of at least 20 FT.

10. Unit Standards.

a. Quantity. No more than two dwelling units of any kind may be built on a lot

that results from an Urban Lot Split. For purposes of this paragraph, "unit" means any dwelling unit, including, but not limited to, a primary dwelling unit, a unit created pursuant to State law and Section 5.03.403 (Two-Unit Projects) of this Development Code, or an ADU or JADU created pursuant to Section 5.03.010 (Accessory Dwelling Unit) of this Development Code.

b. Unit Size.

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(1) The total floor area of each primary dwelling that is developed on

a lot resulting from an Urban Lot Split shall be a minimum of 500 SF in area and a maximum of 800 SF in area.

(2) A primary dwelling that was legally established prior to the Urban

Lot Split and that is larger than 800 SF is limited to the lawful floor area at the time of the Urban Lot Split and shall not be expanded.

(3) A primary dwelling that was legally established prior to the Urban

Lot Split and is smaller than 800 SF may be expanded to a maximum of 800 SF after the Urban Lot Split.

c. Height Restrictions.

(1) On a resulting lot that is 2,000 SF or larger, no new primary dwelling

unit may exceed one-story or 16 FT in height, measured from grade to peak of the structure.

(2) On a resulting lot that is smaller than 2,000 SF, no new primary

dwelling unit may exceed two-stories or 22 FT in height, measured from grade to peak of the structure. Any portion of a new primary dwelling that exceeds one story in height shall be stepped back by an additional 5 FT from the ground floor; no balcony deck or other portion of the second story may project into the stepback.

(3) No rooftop deck is permitted on any new or remodeled dwelling or

structure on a lot resulting from an Urban Lot Split.

d. Lot Coverage. Maximum lot coverage shall conform to the requirement of

the underlying zoning district. This lot coverage standard is only enforced to the extent that it does not prevent two primary dwelling units on the lot at 800 SF each.

e. Setback Requirements.

(1) Generally. All setbacks shall conform to the minimum requirements

of the underlying zoning district.

(2) Exceptions. Notwithstanding subpart E.10.e above:

(a) Existing Structures. No setback is required for an existing

legally established structure or for a new structure that is constructed in the same location and to the same dimensions as an existing legally established structure.

(b) Cannot Preclude Construction of Two 800-SF Units and 4-FT

Side/Rear Setbacks. The setbacks imposed by the underlying zoning district shall yield to the degree necessary to avoid physically precluding the construction of up to two units on the lot or either of the two units from being at least 800 SF in floor area; but in no event may any structure be less than 4 FT from a side or rear property line.

(3) Front Setback Area. Notwithstanding any other part of this

Development Code, dwellings that are constructed after an Urban Lot Split shall conform to the front setback requirement of the underlying zoning district. The front setback area shall:

(a) Be kept free from all structures greater than 3 FT high; and

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(b) Allow for vehicular and fire-safety access to the front

structure.

f. Parking. Each new primary dwelling unit shall have at least one off-street

parking space per unit within a fully enclosed garage having a minimum interior clear area measuring 10 FT in width and 20 FT in length, unless one of the following applies:

(1) The lot is located within one-half mile walking distance of either:

(a) A corridor with fixed route bus service with service intervals

no longer than 15 minutes during peak commute hours or

(b) A site that contains:

(i) An existing rail or bus rapid transit station,

(ii) A ferry terminal served by either a bus or rail transit

service, or

(iii) The intersection of two or more major bus routes with

a frequency of service interval of 15 minutes or less during the morning and afternoon peak commute periods.

(2) The site is located within one-block of a permanently established

car-share vehicle pickup/drop-off location.

g. Architecture.

(1) If there is a legal primary dwelling on the lot that was established

before the Urban Lot Split, any new primary dwelling unit shall match the existing primary dwelling unit with respect to exterior materials, finishes, color, and dominant roof pitch. The dominant roof pitch means the slope shared by the largest portion of the roof.

(2) If there is no legal primary dwelling on the lot before the Urban Lot Split, and if two primary dwellings are developed on the lot, the dwellings shall match each other with respect to exterior materials, finishes, color, and dominant roof pitch. The dominant roof pitch means the slope shared by the largest portion of the roof.

(3) All exterior lighting shall be limited to down-lights.

(4) No window or door of a dwelling that is constructed on the lot may

have a direct line of sight to an adjoining residential property. Decorative masonry block walls, dense landscaping, or privacy glass may be used to provide screening and prevent a direct line of sight.

(5) If a dwelling is constructed on a lot after an Urban Lot Split and any

portion of the dwelling is less than 30 FT from a property line that is not a public street right-of-way line, then all windows and doors in that portion shall either be (for windows) clerestory with the bottom of the glass at least 6 FT above the finished floor, or (for windows and for doors) utilize frosted or obscure glass.

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h. Walls, Fences, and Obstructions.

(1) Lots created as a result of an Urban Lot Split shall be provided with

6-FT high decorative masonry block walls (reduced to 3 FT in height within front setback areas) at the following locations:

(a) Interior side and rear lot lines of each lot; and

(b) Street side property lines and along the rear property line of

through lots, setback a minimum of 5 FT behind the sidewalk.

(2) The construction and maintenance of walls, fences, and other

obstructions shall comply with the requirements of Division 6.02 (Walls, Fences, and Obstructions) of this Chapter.

i. Landscaping. Lots created as a result of an Urban Lot Split shall be fully

landscaped and provided with a permanent automatic irrigation system pursuant to the requirements Division 6.05 (Landscaping) of this Chapter.

j. Nonconforming Conditions. An Urban Lot Split may be approved without

requiring a legal nonconforming zoning condition to be corrected.

k. Utilities.

(1) Each primary dwelling unit on the resulting lots shall have its own

direct utility connection to the utility service provider.

(2) Each primary dwelling unit on the resulting lots that is or that is

proposed to be connected to an onsite wastewater treatment system shall first have a percolation test completed within the last 5 years or, if the percolation test has been recertified, within the last 10 years.

l. Building and Safety. An Urban Lot Split is a change of use. All structures built on a lot resulting from an Urban Lot Split shall comply with all current local building standards.

11. Fire-Hazard Mitigation Measures.

a. A lot in a very high fire hazard severity zone shall comply with each of the

following fire-hazard mitigation measures:

(1) It shall have direct access to a public street right-of-way with a

paved street with a width of at least 40 FT. The public street right-of-way shall have at least two independent points of access for fire and life safety to access and for residents to evacuate.

(2) All dwellings on the site shall comply with current Fire Code

requirements for dwellings in a very high fire hazard severity zone.

(3) All enclosed structures on the site shall have fire sprinklers.

(4) All sides of all dwellings on the site shall be within a 150-FT hose-pull

distance from either the public street right-of-way or of an onsite fire hydrant or standpipe.

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(5) If the lot does not have a swimming pool, the lot shall have a water

reservoir of at least 5,000 gallons per dwelling, with fire-authority approved hookups compatible with fire-authority standard pump and hose equipment.

b. Prior to submitting an application for an Urban Lot Split, the applicant shall

obtain a certificate of compliance with all applicable fire-hazard mitigation measures pursuant to this subpart E.11. The City or its authorized agent shall inspect the site, including all structures on the site, and certify as to its compliance. The certificate shall be included with the application. The applicant shall pay the City's costs for inspection. Failure to pay is grounds for denying the application.

12. Separate Conveyance.

a. On a lot created by an Urban Lot Split:

(1) Primary dwelling units cannot be owned or conveyed separately

from each other.

(2) Condominium airspace divisions and common interest

developments are prohibited.

(3) All fee interest in a lot and all dwellings on the lot shall be held

equally and undivided by all individual property owners.

(4) Separate conveyance of lots created by an Urban Lot Split is permitted. If dwellings or other structures (such as garages) on different lots are adjacent or attached to each other, the Urban Lot Split boundary may separate them for conveyance purposes if the structures meet Building Code safety standards and are sufficient to allow separate conveyance. If any attached structures span or will span the new lot line, the owner shall record appropriate CC&Rs, easements, or other documentation that is necessary to allocate rights and responsibility between the owners of the two lots.

13. Regulation of Uses.

a. Residential-Only. Nonresidential land uses shall be prohibited on any lot

created by Urban Lot Split.

b. No Short Term Rentals. No dwelling unit on a lot that is created by an Urban

Lot Split may be rented for a period of less than 30 days.

c. Owner Occupancy. The applicant for an Urban Lot Split shall sign an

affidavit stating that the applicant intends to occupy one of the dwelling units on one of the resulting lots as the applicant's principal residence for a minimum of 3 years after the Urban Lot Split is approved.

14. Notice of Construction.

a. At least 30 business days prior to the starting any construction of a structure

on a lot created by an Urban Lot Split, the property owner shall give written notice to all the owners of record of each of the adjacent residential parcels, which notice shall include the following information:

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(1) Notice that construction has been authorized,

(2) The anticipated start and end dates for construction,

(3) The hours of construction,

(4) Contact information for the project manager (for construction-

related complaints), and

(5) Contact information for the Building & Safety Department.

b. This notice requirement does not confer a right on the noticed persons or

on anyone else to comment on the project before permits are issued. The approval of an Urban Lot Split is ministerial and under state law, the City has no discretion in approving or denying a particular project under this Section. This notice requirement is purely to promote neighborhood awareness and expectation.

15. Deed Restriction. The owner shall record a deed restriction, acceptable to the City,

that does each of the following:

a. Expressly prohibits any rental of any dwelling on the property for a period of

less than 30 days.

b. Expressly prohibits any nonresidential land use of Urban Lot Split.

c. Expressly prohibits any separate conveyance of a primary dwelling on the

property, any separate fee interest, and any common interest development within the lot.

d. States that the property is formed by an Urban Lot Split and is, therefore, subject to the City's Urban Lot Split regulations, including all applicable limits on dwelling size and development.

F. Specific Adverse Impacts.

1. Notwithstanding anything else in this Section, the City may deny an application for

an Urban Lot Split if the building official makes a written finding, based on a preponderance of the evidence, that the project would have a "specific, adverse impact" on either public health and safety or on the physical environment and for which there is no feasible method to satisfactorily mitigate or avoid the specific adverse impact.

2. The term "specific adverse impact" has the same meaning as in GC Section

65589.5(d)(2): "a significant, quantifiable, direct, and unavoidable impact, based on objective, identified written public health or safety standards, policies, or conditions as they existed on the date the application was deemed complete" and does not include (1) inconsistency with the zoning ordinance or general plan land use designation or (2) the eligibility to claim a welfare exemption under Revenue and Taxation Code Section 214(g).

3. The building official may consult with and be assisted by planning staff and others

as necessary in making a finding of specific, adverse impact.

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Division 6.11—Shopping Cart Retention and Storage

Abandoned shopping carts constitute a nuisance, create potential hazards to the health and safety of the public, and interfere with pedestrian and vehicular traffic within the City. The accumulation of wrecked, dismantled, and abandoned shopping carts on public or private property also tends to create conditions that reduce property values, promoting blight and deterioration in the City. The purpose of this Division is to provide regulations pertaining to abandoned shopping carts, unmarked shopping carts, provide a requirement for a mandatory plan to prevent cart removal, and provide adequate facilities for on-site cart storage.

Any business establishment in the City that provides shopping carts for use by their patrons shall develop and implement a Shopping Cart Retention Plan, which is intended to prevent customers from removing carts from their business premises and provide appropriate cart storage areas pursuant to this Division. The Shopping Cart Retention Plan shall be reviewed and approved by the Planning Director pursuant to the procedures established for ministerial permits and decisions contained in Subsection 2.02.015.C (Ministerial Permits and Decisions) of this Development Code.

As used in this Division, unless otherwise apparent from the context, the words, terms, and phrases listed below, shall have the following meaning:

A. Abandoned Cart. Any cart that has been removed without written permission of the owner, or on-duty manager from the premises of the business establishment, regardless of whether it has been left on either private or public property. This provision shall not apply to carts that are removed for the purpose of repair or maintenance.

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B. Cart. A basket that is mounted on wheels or similar devise provided by a business establishment for use by a customer for the purpose of transporting goods of any kind, including, but not limited to, grocery store shopping carts.

C. Owner. Any person or entity, who in connection with the conduct of a business, owns, possesses, or makes any cart available to customers or the public. For the purposes of this Division, "owner" shall also include the owner's on-site or designated agent or retailer that provides the carts for use by its customers.

D. Premises. The entire area owned and utilized by the business establishment that provides carts for use by customers, including any parking lot or other property provided by the owner for customer parking.

E. Unmarked Cart. Any cart as defined by this Division that is not identified and marked pursuant to PC Section 22435.1.

Any owner that agrees to enter into a contract with a City-designated retrieval service to provide for retrieval of abandoned carts, or, individually or as part of a consortium of businesses, enters into a retrieval contract with a retrieval service that is satisfactory to the City, shall be exempt from Section 6.11.025 (Prevention Plan Timeline and Approval Process), Section 6.11.030 (Penalties for Failing to Submit a Shopping Cart Retention Plan), and Section 6.11.035 (Notification for Retrieval of Abandoned Carts), below.

Every business owner shall develop and implement a Shopping Cart Retention Plan for all businesses that utilize shopping carts for use by business patrons, to prevent customers from removing carts from the business premises. Every Shopping Cart Retention Plan shall include the following elements:

A. Required Signs on Carts. Every cart owned or provided by any business establishment in the City shall have a sign permanently affixed to it that contains all of the following information:

1. Identifies the owner of the cart or the name of the business establishment, or both;

2. Notifies the public of the procedure to be utilized for authorized removal of the cart

from the business premises;

3. Notifies the public that the unauthorized removal of the cart from the premises or

parking area of the retail establishment, or the unauthorized possession of the cart, is a violation of State law; and

4. Lists a valid telephone number to contact to report the location of the abandoned

cart or lists an address for returning the cart to the owner or business establishment.

B. Required Signs on Property. Signs shall be placed in pertinent places near door exits and near parking lot exists that notify customers that cart removal is prohibited and constitutes a violation of State and local law.

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C. Physical Measures.

1. New development, an increase of more than 10 percent in GFA, or the major

alteration or remodel of any building occupied by, or proposed to be occupied by, retail commercial uses providing 10 or more shopping carts for use by business patrons, shall install and maintain in good working order, an electronic barrier system at the perimeter of the business site, which, when crossed by a shopping cart, will disable the cart, thereby preventing its removal from the site. Alternate cart retention methods that would achieve the same outcome may be considered by the Planning Director.

2. New and existing businesses providing less than 10 shopping carts for use by

patrons, may be required to implement specific physical measures to prevent shopping cart removal from the business premises. These measures may include one or more of the following:

a. Installation of disabling devices on all carts;

b. Posting of a security guard to deter and stop customers who attempt to

remove carts from the premises;

c. A decorative bollard and chain system or decorative fencing installed

around the business premises to prevent cart removal;

d. Security deposits required for the use of all carts; and/or

e. The rental or sale of carts that can be temporarily or permanently used for

the transport of purchases.

The Shopping Cart Retention Plan shall be submitted for approval by the City within 60 days after adoption of this Division, and each time the plan is proposed to be amended. If a new Plan is submitted, the proposed measures shall be implemented no later than 30 days after City approval is given. The prevention measures shall be continued until and unless the City indicates that measures need to be modified. Unless otherwise agreed, any modifications to the Plan imposed by the City shall be implemented within 30 days after the City notifies the retailer of the needed modifications.

Any owner that fails to submit a Shopping Cart Retention Plan, implement the proposed Plan measures, or implement any required modifications to the Plan by the City within the periods specified in this Division, shall be subject to a $1,000 civil penalty, plus an additional penalty of $50 for each day of noncompliance.

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Pursuant to BPC Section 22435.7, the City shall notify the owner of any abandoned carts owned or used by the business establishment that have been located within the City within 24 hours of impoundment. The owner shall have 3 business days from the date that notification is given to retrieve carts from the City.

Pursuant to BPC Section 22435.7, any owner that fails to retrieve its abandoned cart(s) within 3 business days after receiving notice from the City, shall pay the City's administrative costs for retrieving the cart(s) and providing the notification to the owner. Any owner who fails to retrieve abandoned carts in accordance with this Division in excess of 3 times during a 6-month period shall be subject to a $50 fine for each occurrence. An occurrence includes all carts owned by the owner that are impounded by the City in a one-day period.

Pursuant to State law, any cart not reclaimed from the City within 30 days after notification to the owner, shall be sold or otherwise disposed of by the City.

Any unmarked shopping cart is hereby declared a public nuisance if:

A. It is left unattended on a public right-of-way or other public property;

B. It is left unattended on any private property at a location that will impede emergency services;

C. It is left unattended on the front or side setback of any private property without the owner's or occupant's permission; or

D. It is left on private property where it may be viewed from the public right-of-way or adjacent properties for more than 24 hours after the occupant, if any, and the owner of the property has received written notice which states that if the shopping cart is not removed from public view, it will be impounded by the City and may be sold or otherwise disposed of by the City.

Any carts found to be unmarked as defined by this Division, and has been impounded by the City, shall be destroyed without any further notice other than as specified in Subsection 6.11.050.D of this Division.

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Shopping cart storage facilities shall be provided for commercial-retail uses, including, but not limited to, automotive parts and supplies, food and beverage stores, health and personal care stores, general merchandise stores, and other miscellaneous retail stores, for 3 separate and distinct purposes: [1] the overnight or long-term storage of shopping carts; [2] the distribution of shopping carts to patrons as they enter the business; and [3] stations for the collection and storage of shopping carts within off-street parking facilities.

A. The Overnight or Long-Term Storage of Shopping Carts.

1. Facilities for the overnight or long-term storage of shopping carts shall be located

within the building of the business they serve, or outside, within screened areas. Outside overnight shopping cart storage areas shall be screened and secured by a minimum 3-FT high decorative masonry wall, with a decorative cap, in combination with landscaping. The wall shall be designed to be architecturally consistent with the design of the adjacent building(s).

2. The minimum size, design, and location of overnight shopping cart storage areas

shall be subject to Planning Director approval.

B. Stations for the Collection and Storage of Shopping Carts within Off-Street Parking Facilities (Shopping Cart Corrals). Shopping cart corrals shall be provided within off-street parking facilities and shall be distributed throughout parking lots for convenient access by business patrons.

1. At a minimum, shopping cart corrals shall be defined by a landscaped planter on

at least two opposing perimeter sides, minimum 3 FT in width, bordered by a raised 6-inch concrete curb, which shall be planted and maintained with a hedgerow that will be allowed to grow to a minimum height of 3 FT for the purpose of screening shopping carts. The paving at the corral entrance shall be slightly raised to keep shopping carts confined within the corral. Within the required planter area, the construction of a 3-FT high decorative masonry wall with a decorative cap is encouraged, to provide further screening. The use of pipe corrals shall not be permitted.

2. Shopping cart corrals shall be distributed throughout the off-street parking area.

The minimum number, dimensions, and locations of shopping cart corrals shall be determined by the Planning Director.

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Division 7.01—Historic Preservation

The purpose of this Division is to specify significance criteria for the designation of historic resources, procedures for designation, and review procedures to:

A . Safeguard the character and history of the City, which is reflected in its unique culturally, historically, and architecturally significant structures and heritage, with emphasis on the "Model Colony," as recognized by an Act of Congress and presented at the St. Louis World's Fair in 1904;

B . Encourage and promote the adaptive reuse of the City's historic resources;

C . Enhance, perpetuate, and preserve architecturally and historically significant structures and promote revitalization of historic neighborhoods and commercial areas;

D . Ensure that the rights of the owners of historic resources are safeguarded;

E . Foster civic pride in the beauty and noble accomplishments of the past by promoting private stewardship of historic resources that represent these accomplishments;

F. Fulfill the City's responsibilities as a Certified Local Government under Federal preservation laws;

G. Promote the identification, documentation, and evaluation of the significance of individual historic resources and districts;

H. Implement the historic preservation goals, policies, and programs of the Policy Plan (General Plan) component of The Ontario Plan;

I. Promote the City as a destination for tourists and as a desirable location for business;

J. Promote public awareness of the value of rehabilitation, restoration, and maintenance of the existing building stock as a means to conserve reusable material and energy resources;

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K . Recognize the City's historic resources as economic assets and provide economic financial incentives for historic preservation;

L. Stabilize and improve property values, and enhance the aesthetic and visual character, place making, diversity, and environmental amenities of the City's historic properties and areas;

M . Promote public knowledge, appreciation, and understanding of the City's past, and foster civic and neighborhood pride in the beauty and accomplishments of the past;

N . Promote the enjoyment and use of historic resources appropriate for the education and recreation of the people of the City;

O . Recognize historic resources and protect areas of historic structures from encroachment of incompatible designs;

P . Promote public awareness of the benefits of preservation; and

Q . Encourage public participation in historic preservation, thereby increasing civic pride in the City's heritage.

The provisions of this Division shall apply to all historic resources within the City, including improvements, buildings, structures, signs, features, historic districts, conservation zones, trees, or other objects of cultural, architectural, or historical significance to the City, State of California, the Southern California region, or the nation, which have been determined eligible for nomination or designation, and determined to be appropriate for historic preservation by the City.

A. Purpose. The purpose of this Section is to establish an official local register, which includes an inventory of buildings, structures, sites, objects, and districts worthy of preservation due to their significance in history, architecture, archeology, engineering, and/or culture within the City.

B. Applicability. The Historic Preservation Subcommittee is hereby empowered to review evaluations of potential historic resources, which have been identified, recorded, and documented through a Historic Resource Survey, against criteria for local landmark and district designations for the purpose of approving or denying inclusion of a potential historic resource to the Ontario Register. The Historic Preservation Subcommittee shall be responsible for maintaining the Ontario Register.

C. Historic Resource Surveys. The City shall conduct, from time to time, a survey to identify properties that have the potential to become eligible historic resources, as well as areas and neighborhoods that, due to the geographic or thematic concentration of potential historic resources, have the potential to be historic districts. These properties, surveyed at the reconnaissance level pursuant to standards established by the California Office of Historic Preservation, are identified but not evaluated for historic significance, and, therefore, are not considered eligible historic structures or eligible historic districts.

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D. Eligible Historic Resources. Any property or grouping of properties listed on the Ontario Register prior to September 1, 2003, or after September 1, 2003, surveyed at the intensive level pursuant to standards established by the California Office of Historic Preservation, and determined to meet the designation criteria for local historic landmarks or local historic districts set forth in Section 4.02.040 (Historic Preservation—Local Historic Landmark and Local District Designations, Historic Resource Tiering, and Architectural Conservation Areas) of this Development Code, shall be determined by the Approving Authority to be an "eligible" historic resource.

E. Historic Resources. Those Improvements, buildings, structures, signs, features, Historic Districts, conservation zones, trees, or other objects of cultural, architectural, or historical significance to the City, State, Region, or the Nation, which have been determined to be eligible for nomination or designation and determined to be appropriate for historic preservation by the Approving Authority.

A. Purpose. The purpose of this Section is to establish a program of long term, low interest loans to finance the preservation, restoration, and rehabilitation of historic resources pursuant to the provisions of the Marks Historic Rehabilitation Act of 1976.

B. Applicability. The City hereby establishes a Historic Rehabilitation Financing Program pursuant to the provisions of the Marks Historic Rehabilitation Act of 1976. Any building, structure, object, or site that is eligible for funding pursuant to the Historic Rehabilitation Financing Program, shall be within a rehabilitation area, as defined in Subsection C (Rehabilitation Areas), below, and shall consist of one or more of the following:

1. The building, structure, object, or site shall be a designated local historic landmark;

2. The building, structure, object, or site shall be a contributing structure to a

designated local historic district; or

3. The building, structure, object, or site shall be listed, or determined eligible for listing,

on the California Register of Historic Resources or the National Register of Historic Places.

C. Rehabilitation Areas.

1. Original Downtown and Euclid Avenue Area. This area consists of the City's original

downtown, and extends north to include the historic districts adjacent to Euclid Avenue, the boundary of which is as follows:

Beginning at the intersection of the centerlines of State Street and San Antonio
Avenue, thence north to the northernmost city boundary, thence east to the
centerline of Sultana Avenue, thence south to the centerline of G Street, thence
east to the centerline of Campus Avenue, thence south to the centerline of State
Street, thence west to the point of beginning.

2. Guasti. This area consists of the Historic Guasti Winery, the boundary of which is as

follows:

Beginning at the intersection of the centerline of Archibald Avenue and the Southern Pacific Railroad Mainline, thence east to a point 550.19 FT east of the

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centerline of Turner Avenue, thence north 492.08 FT, thence west to the centerline of Turner Avenue, thence north to the centerline of Interstate 10 (San Bernardino Freeway), thence west to the centerline of Archibald Avenue, thence south to the point of beginning.

D. Rehabilitation Requirements. Any building, structure, object, or site that is rehabilitated with funds from the Historic Rehabilitation Financing Program, shall comply with the following:

1. Rehabilitation Standards. Any rehabilitation must use the Secretary of the Interior's

Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties with Guidelines for Preserving, Rehabilitating, Restoring, or Reconstructing Historic Buildings, and any local preservation and design guidelines.

2. Maintenance. Any building, structure, object, or site rehabilitated with funding from

the Historic Rehabilitation Financing Program shall be maintained for a period of at least 10 years, beginning on the date of completion of the rehabilitation.

E. Advisory Board. An advisory board shall be established pursuant to, and in accord with, the provisions of State law, if and when the implementation of the provisions of this Section are deemed warranted.

The CHBC provides alternative building regulations to address unique construction issues inherent in the maintenance, rehabilitation, preservation, restoration, adaptive reuse, or relocation of structures surveyed and identified as a historic resource. The CHBC may be used for any historic resource in the City's building permit procedure.

A. Purpose. The purpose of this Section is to allow for the use of certain incentives to support the preservation, maintenance, and appropriate rehabilitation of the City's designated historic resources.

B. Applicability.

1. Qualifying Properties. Preservation incentives shall be made available to owners of

the following types of properties:

a. Properties listed on the National Register of Historic Places;

b. Properties listed on the California Register of Historic Resources;

c. Properties designated as Local Historic Landmarks; or

d. Properties that are contributing structures within designated local historic

districts.

2. Qualifying Projects. The below-listed project types shall be eligible for the receipt of

preservation incentives. Qualifying project types shall comply with the Secretary of the Interior's

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Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties and shall be approved by the City's Historic Preservation Commission.

a. Restoration or exterior rehabilitation that includes the restoration, repair, or

replacement, in kind, of significant architectural features, and that complies with the Secretary's Standards;

b. Roof replacement with similar material, or repair and replacement of

roofing where the roof is a significant architectural feature;

c. Relocation to another site;

d. Restoration of designated interior spaces, which complies with the

Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties;

e. Seismic reinforcement or structural rehabilitation;

f. Replacement of building systems that will further the preservation of the

historic resource; or

g. Additions (eligible for development incentives only).

C. Types of Incentives. The below-listed incentives may be used for the eligible projects identified in Subsection B (Applicability) of this Section.

1. Economic and Financial Incentives. The following economic and financial

incentives may be applied to a project following approval by the Historic Preservation Commission or the Historic Preservation Trust Board of Trustees, as applicable, and approval by the City Manager or the City Council, as applicable:

a. Grants or loans approved through the Historic Preservation Trust pursuant to

Section 7.01.030 (Historic Preservation Trust Fund) of this Division;

b. Approval of a Mills Act contract pursuant to Section 4.02.070 (Historic

Preservation—Mills Act Contracts) of this Development Code;

c. Approval of funding through the Historic Rehabilitation Financing Program

pursuant to Section 7.01.015 (California Historical Building Code) of this Division;

d. Grants or loans through other City funding sources, including, but not limited to, redevelopment and housing funds;

e. Preservation easements;

f. Reduction or elimination of building plan check or permit fees;

g. Reduction or elimination of development impact fees;

h. Reduction or elimination of any other applicable City fees; or

i. Federal rehabilitation tax credits (applied through the California Office of

Historic Preservation).

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2. Development Incentives. The following development incentives to be applied to

the project:

a. California Historical Building Code. Use of the CHBC pursuant to Section

b. Parking Reduction. For existing single-family dwellings with a one-car garage, the Planning Director may waive the requirement for 2 off-street parking spaces within a garage when adding floor area, if an existing one-car garage contributes to the significance of the property and/or district, and the existing garage is in good condition, or, if deteriorated, will be returned to good condition as part of the work to add new living space to the residence.

c. Setback Reductions and Increases in Maximum Building Height. The

Planning Director may grant reductions in required building setbacks or increases in the maximum allowed building height when the setback reduction or increase in allowed building height allows for the restoration of a character-defining feature, or allows character-defining features to be replicated in additions to historic structures. In no case, however, shall a reduction in a setback be granted when the reduction will cause an adverse effect to the property or neighboring property, or cause an adverse effect to the character of the neighborhood or district.

d. Adaptive Reuse. Departures from certain development standards may be

waived to encourage adaptive reuse of qualified historic buildings pursuant to, and in accord with, the provisions of Section 4.03.010 of this Development Code.

A. Purpose. The purpose of this Section is to establish the Historic Preservation Mitigation Fee whereby the impacts resulting from the demolition (either in part or whole) of historic resources may be lessened by the collection of fees that will provide a source of funds for the conservation, preservation, restoration, and rehabilitation of historic resources within the City.

B. Applicability.

1. A mitigation fee, in an amount established by this Section, shall be paid prior to the

issuance of any permit for demolition or subject to the terms of an agreement approved by the City Manager or his or her designee and recorded against the property, whether in whole or in part, of any historic resource, including accessory buildings and structures that do not contain living space, such as garages and workshops, which contribute to the historic significance of a property. The mitigation fee shall be deposited in the Historic Preservation Trust Fund established pursuant to Section 7.01.030 (Historic Preservation Trust Fund) of this Division.

2. The Historic Preservation Commission may reduce the amount of mitigation fee to

be paid if it can be clearly established that the amount of fee to be paid would amount to a regulatory taking of property.

3. Additions and accessory buildings and structures determined not to be

contributing to the significance of the property shall not be assessed a mitigation fee.

4. The mitigation fee structure shall be based on the most current International Code

Council (ICC) Building Valuation Data. Fees can range from 10 to 30 percent of the square foot

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cost to construct the building or structure that is being demolished. The square foot construction cost is determined by the construction type (building occupancy group) of the demolished building or structure. The percentage (or fee amount) that is assessed is determined by historic significance and is applied to the cost per square foot of the building or structure that is being demolished.

a. The mitigation fee for historic resources listed on the Ontario Register shall

be determined based upon a 3-tier system, established pursuant to Subsection 4.02.040.G (Historic Resource Tiering System) of this Development Code, which ranks historical resources within the City, based upon their size, type, and significance. Tier III historic resources are 10 percent, Tier II are 20 percent, and Tier I are 30 percent of the price per square foot construction cost as established in the most current ICC Building Valuation Data.

b. The mitigation fee for historic resources determined through survey

evaluation, completed by individual(s) meeting the Secretary of the Interior Professional Standards, which are not listed in the Ontario Register, shall be determined by the level of historic integrity. Moderate-level integrity shall be 10 percent and high-level integrity shall be 20 percent of the price per square foot construction cost as established in the most current ICC Building Valuation Data.

A. Purpose. The purpose of the Historic Preservation Trust Fund is to provide funding, under direction of the City Council, for the conservation, preservation, restoration, and rehabilitation of historic resources within the City.

B. Applicability. The Historic Preservation Trust Fund is hereby established as means to receive, recycle, and replenish monies to assist the funding of historic preservation projects within the City. All funds deposited in the Historic Preservation Trust Fund shall be used solely for the conservation, preservation, restoration, and rehabilitation of historic resources, as provided in this Section.

C. Trust Fund Administration.

1. The City Council shall have authority for establishing policy for Historic Preservation

Trust Fund expenditures.

2. The Historic Preservation Commission shall have authority to make

recommendations to the City Council regarding grant and loan applications, acquisition of property, contracts and lease agreements, and any other action or activity necessary or appropriate to implement its powers or duties to fulfill the objectives of the Historic Preservation Trust Fund.

3. The City Manager, or designee of the City Manager, shall serve as financial

administrator of the Historic Preservation Trust Fund and shall be responsible for management of its finances, which shall be carried-out pursuant to all applicable federal, State and local laws.

4. The Planning Director, or designee of the Planning Director, shall serve as program

administrator of the Historic Preservation Trust Fund and shall be responsible for its day-to-day management and operations.

D. Historic Preservation Trust Fund Proceeds.

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1. Deposits. All funds received by the City for historic preservation purposes shall be

deposited in the Historic Preservation Trust Fund. The City's Fiscal Services Department may establish separate accounts within the Trust Fund for the purpose of separating deposits according to their origin or intended purpose.

2. Grants, Gifts, and Donations. In addition to any public funds appropriated expressly

for the purpose of this Subsection, the program administrator may apply for grants, gifts, donations, subventions, rents, royalties, and other financial support, or real or personal property, from private sources, pursuant to City policies. All money received from private sources shall be deposited in a separate account established pursuant to Paragraph D.1 (Deposits), above, and shall be appropriated to the program administrator for expenditures for historic preservation projects pursuant to this Section.

3. Deposit of Proceeds from Any Lease, Rental, Sale, Exchange, or Transfer of Real

Property. All proceeds from any lease, rental, sale, exchange, or transfer of real property, or any interest therein or option thereon, shall be deposited in the Historic Preservation Trust Fund, together with any other reimbursements, repayments, and income received by the program administrator.

E. Historic Preservation Trust Fund Program Activities.

1. Properties.

a. Acquisition. Pursuant to State Property Acquisition Law (GC Section 15850,

et seq.), the City may acquire, fee title, or any lesser interest, in any real property whose preservation is required to meet the policies and objectives of the City's historic preservation program. The City may accept gifts or dedications of real property and may enter into an option to purchase real property in order to meet the purposes of this provision.

b. Agreements for Preservation and Management. In order to carry out

historic preservation projects, the financial administrator may initiate, negotiate, and participate in agreements with public agencies, nonprofit organizations, private entities, or individuals for the preservation and management of historic resources under their control, and enter into any other agreements authorized by state law, as approved by the City Council.

c. Real Property Transactions; Authorization. Notwithstanding any other

provision of federal, State or local law, the financial administrator may lease, rent, sell, exchange, or otherwise transfer any real property acquired under this section, or interest therein or option to purchase, provided that the City Council first determines that the action is in the best interests of the City.

d. Acquisition, Conservation, Return, and Transfer of Title.

(1) The City Council may acquire any interest in real property pursuant

to Paragraph E.1 (Properties) of this Section, with historic (including archaeological) significance, or necessary for the preservation or management of a property, in order to prevent the loss of historic integrity, prevent imminent destruction, or to otherwise secure the preservation of the historical resource.

(2) The program administrator may undertake conservation or

preservation activities for historic resources acquired Pursuant to this Section.

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(3) The program administrator shall encourage, to the greatest extent feasible, the acquisition of historic resources by other qualified purchasers.

(4) The City Council shall take all feasible action to return or transfer title

to historic resources, to a nonprofit organization, another public agency, private entity, or individual, for all properties acquired for historic resource preservation pursuant to this Section.

2. Loans and Grants. Money in the Historic Preservation Trust Fund shall be available,

upon recommendation of the Historic Preservation Commission and appropriation by the City Council, for all loans and grants to public agencies, nonprofit organizations and private entities, to carry out the purposes of this Section.

a. Qualifying Properties. The City Council may award a grant or loan for

properties that are designated a local historic landmark or a contributing structure in a designated local historic district, or are listed on the California Register of Historic Resources or the National Register of Historic Places, excepting those projects that are "interpretative," as described in Subparagraph E.3.c (Interpretive Projects) of this Section.

b. Agreements. No loan or grant shall be made except pursuant to an

agreement with the City, and subject to terms and conditions approved by the City Council, upon recommendation of the Historic Preservation Commission, which shall ensure that each requested loan or grant carries out the purposes of this Section.

c. Authorization to Contract and Issue Grants or Loans. The financial

administrator may, upon City Council approval, enter into contracts and make grants or loans with public agencies, nonprofit organizations, or private entities, to further the purposes of City's historic preservation program, and to carry out activities for this purpose.

d. Matching Funds. All grants and loans should include a cash match for the

historic preservation project. Guidelines for determining the amount of required matching funds, if any, shall be adopted by resolution of the City Council. Donated materials and services, staff salaries and organizational overhead costs may be eligible sources of match. The City Council may waive the matching funds requirement.

e. Excess Funds. After completion of a historic preservation project, a grant or

loan recipient shall return to the Historic Preservation Trust Fund, the amount of the grant or loan that exceeds the eligible project's costs

3. Qualifying Projects for Competitive Grants and Loans. Competitive Grants and

loans are hereby established for the following project types:

a. Construction Projects. Construction projects include the preservation, restoration, exterior rehabilitation, or rehabilitation of the foundation, structural, electrical, or plumbing systems of a historic resource. Qualifying construction projects do not include new additions, routine maintenance such as simple, small-scale activities requiring only minimal skills or training associated with regular (daily, weekly, monthly, etc.) and general upkeep of a property against normal wear and tear), reconstruction, demolition, or relocation;

b. Planning Projects. Planning projects identify, document, and record historic

resources according to applicable local, state, and federal standards, and/or contribute to the

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development of the City's historic context, and/or contribute to the development of a Historic Structures Report, Building Conditions Assessment, conservation plan or preservation plan; and

c. Interpretative Projects. Interpretative projects consist of the creation of

interpretative media to educate the public on the City's history and/or historic resources.

4. Project Selection Criteria. The award of a grant or loan for a historic preservation

project shall be based upon consideration of the following criteria:

a. Level of historic significance of the resource, based upon the Tier

Designation;

b. Level of urgency for the project to avoid the loss of a historic resource;

c. Value of improvement to ensure preservation of the historic resource;

d. Overall benefit to the community through the public's ability to observe and

experience the historic resource;

e. Ability to match funds, if required; and

f. Level of professional qualifications for administrating project to

demonstrate the ability to successfully complete the project.

5. Qualifying Projects for Emergency Non-Competitive Grants and Loans. In the event

that a historic resource is in need of immediate and unanticipated work to prevent its demolition resulting from an unforeseen disaster, such as fire, flood, wind, earthquake or other calamity, the public enemy, or other cause that is beyond the control of the property owner and could not otherwise have been prevented by reasonable care and maintenance of the structure, the City Council may establish a non-competitive emergency grant and/or loan for the following emergency project types, which are not otherwise covered by property owner insurance:

a. Securing, shoring and/or stabilizing a historic resource;

b. Abatement of hazardous health materials and sources which lead to

structural deterioration; and

c. Preparing a historic Structure Report and/or Preservation Plan approved by

Planning Director.

Preservation easements on the facades of buildings designated historic resources may be acquired by the City, or on the City's behalf, by a nonprofit group designated by the City through purchase, donation, or condemnation pursuant to Section CC 815.

A. Purpose. The purpose of this Section is to ensure the upkeep and maintenance of historic resources within the City by their owner or other responsible party.

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B. Applicability. It shall be the duty of the owner of a historic resource, or any such person responsible for upkeep and maintenance of a historic resource other than the property owner, to keep in good repair, all exterior and interior features of such historic resources, which if not maintained, may cause or tend to cause the exterior features of such resources to deteriorate, decay, become damaged, or fall into a state of disrepair.

C. Protection against Deterioration, Damage, and Decay. The owner of a historic resource, or any such person responsible for upkeep and maintenance of a historic resource other than the property owner, shall preserve such historic resource against deterioration, damage, and decay, and further, shall keep such historic resource free from structural defects through the prompt repair of the below-listed items:

1. Facades that may fall and injure a member of the public or property;

2. Deteriorated or inadequate foundation, defective or deteriorated flooring or floor

supports, deteriorated walls, or other vertical structural supports;

3. Members of ceilings, roofs and roof supports, or other horizontal members that age,

split, or buckle due to defective material or deterioration;

4. Deteriorated or insufficient waterproofing of exterior walls, roofs, foundations, or

floors, including broken windows or doors;

5. Defective or insufficient weather protection for exterior wall covering, including

lack of paint, or weathering due to lack of paint or other protective covering; and/or

6. Any fault or defect in the building, which renders the building not properly

watertight or structurally unsafe.

D. Failure of Owner to Comply with this Section. A Certificate of Appropriateness shall not be issued for the demolition of a historic resource resulting from failure of the owner to comply with the provisions of this Section.

E. Enforcement of this Section. It shall be the duty of the Building Official to enforce this Section with guidance from the Historic Preservation Commission.

Nothing in this Division shall be construed to prevent the ordinary maintenance or repair of any exterior architectural feature within or on any property covered by this Division, which does not involve a change in design, material, or external appearance thereof (refer to Section 7.01.065 (Guidelines for the Treatment of Historic Properties)).

Nothing contained in this Division shall prohibit the construction, alteration, restoration, demolition, or relocation of any historic resource when such action is required to protect the public safety due to an unsafe or dangerous condition, which cannot be rectified through use of the CHBC. In such case, upon assessment and recommendation by the Building Official, the Planning Director shall

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certify to the Historic Preservation Commission that such condition exists, which shall not require the issuance of a Certificate of Appropriateness.

In addition to the requirements of Section 1.02.010 (Enforcement) of this Development Code, the following enforcement and penalty provisions shall apply:

A. Misdemeanor. Anyone violating a requirement of this Division or failing to obey an order issued by the Historic Preservation Commission or Historic Preservation Subcommittee, or comply with a condition of approval of any certificate or permit issued pursuant to this Development Code shall be guilty of a misdemeanor, unless the citing official or the prosecuting attorney determines that it would be in the interests of justice to prosecute the offense as an infraction.

B. Demolition of a Historic Resource in Violation of this Division. Any alteration or demolition (including partial demolition) of a historic resource in violation of this Division is expressly declared to be a nuisance and shall be abated by restoring or reconstructing the property to its original condition prior to the violation. Any person or entity who demolishes or substantially alters or causes substantial alteration or demolition through deferred maintenance of a structure in violation of the provisions of this Division, shall be liable for civil penalties.

C. Temporary Moratorium. Alteration or demolition (including partial demolition) of a historic resource in violation of this Division shall authorize the City to issue a temporary moratorium for the development of the subject property for a period not to exceed 24 months from the date the City becomes aware of the alteration or demolition in violation of this Development Code. The purpose of the moratorium is to provide the City an opportunity to study and determine appropriate mitigation measures for the alteration or removal of the historic structure, and to ensure measures are incorporated into any future development plans and approvals for the subject property. Mitigation measures determined by the Planning Director, Historic Preservation Subcommittee, and/or Historic Preservation Commission, shall be imposed as a condition of any subsequent permit for development of the subject property.

D. Notification of Violation(s) and Assessment of Civil Penalties.

1. The Planning Director shall issue a Notification of Violation and Assessment Civil

Penalties to the applicant, property owner, or entity responsible for the property of the alleged violation(s). The Notification of Violation and Assessment Civil Penalties shall include a description of the conditions that gave rise to the violation(s), and the civil penalties to be assessed pursuant to this Section. The notification shall be served by certified mail or may be delivered.

2. In the case of demolition (including partial demolition), the civil penalty to be

assessed shall be equal to one-half the assessed value of the historic resource prior to the demolition. The assessed valuation prior to demolition shall be determined using the most recently published International Code Council (ICC) Building Valuation Data. In the case of alteration, the civil penalty shall be equal to one-half the cost of restoration of the altered portion of the historic resource. The cost of restoration shall be determined by the Building Official.

3. Upon payment of civil penalties, building and construction permits, and/or a

Certificate of Occupancy, may be issued.

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4. All monies collected pursuant to this Section shall be deposited into the City's

Historic Preservation Trust Fund.

E. Appeal of Assessed Civil Penalties.

1. An appeal of a civil penalty may be filed with the Planning Department on a City

application form, within 10 days following the date of the Notification of Violation and Assessment Civil Penalties issued pursuant to Paragraph D.1 of this Section. The appeal shall include a statement identifying the specific violation and civil penalty that is being appealed, the specific grounds for the appeal, and the relief requested from the Planning Director.

2. Within 45 days following receipt of an appeal, the Planning Director shall hold a

hearing, which is open to the public, to hear and consider objections and/or protest of the alleged violation(s) and assessment of civil penalties stated in the appeal application. The Planning Director shall hear and receive all evidence and testimony relative to the violation(s) and assessment of civil penalties and shall consider all evidence. Within 15 days following conclusion of the hearing, the Planning Director shall render a decision in writing, determining the amount (if any) of civil penalties to be assessed. The decision of the Planning Director shall be final and conclusive in the absence of the filing of an appeal.

3. The Planning Director's decision may be appealed to the City Manager. The

appeal shall be filed with the Planning Department on a City application form, within 10 days following issuance of the Planning Director's decision.

4. Within 30 days following receipt of the appeal of the Planning Director's decision,

the City Manager shall hold a hearing, which is open to the public, to hear and consider the evidence and reasons not to uphold the Planning Director's decision. Within 15 days following conclusion of the hearing, the City Manager shall render a decision in writing, determining the amount (if any) of civil penalties to be assessed. The decision of the City Manager shall be final and conclusive.

F. Injunctive Relief. The City Attorney may maintain an action for injunctive relief to restrain a violation or cause, where possible, the complete or partial restoration, reconstruction or replacement of any structure demolished, partially demolished, altered, or partially altered in violation of this Division.

A. In order to ensure that Ontario's historic resources are preserved for future generations, any proposed work on a historic resource shall follow the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties with Guidelines for Preserving, Rehabilitating, Restoring and Reconstructing Historic Buildings. The standards were developed by the federal government to be guiding principles regarding the treatment of historic properties.

B. In addition to the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties with Guidelines for Preserving, Rehabilitating, Restoring and Reconstructing Historic Buildings, any proposed work on a historic resource shall follow the standards and guidelines set forth by Division 6.01 (District Standards and Guidelines) of this Development Code, and the design guidelines established by Subsection D (Historic Preservation Design Guidelines) of this Section, as applicable.

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C. The design guidelines referenced in this Section shall be enforceable in the same manner and to the same extent as any other provision of this Development Code.

D. The following design guidelines are intended to assist the designer in understanding the City's goals and objectives for the applicable development type. Furthermore, the guidelines are intended to compliment the mandatory development regulations contained in this Development Code by providing examples of potential design solutions and recommendations, and by providing design interpretations of the various mandatory regulations contained herein.

1. Additions.

a. Converting Existing Space. Using existing areas of the structure can provide

additional usable square footage. Conversions of basements and attics to habitable space are the most preferred way of adding square footage. Consider introducing dormers to facilitate conversions. Small bays, if strategically spaced and in keeping with the overall design of the house, can accommodate more habitable space while maintaining the integrity of the overall design.

b. New Construction. All new construction shall be consistent with the existing

structure. Large additions should be placed at the rear or side of structures to minimize visual impacts. New additions should be handled in one of two ways: [i] seamless additions that form a new dominant building mass consistent with the historic style and uses materials and architectural designs indistinguishable from what exists; and [ii] accented additions that express a new building projection as an additive element, reinforcing the identity of the original building, and is made from compatible, but not necessarily identical materials.

(1) New construction along the front of a building should generally

maintain the proportion and arrangement of openings, projections, and other features.

(2) Upper-story additions are discouraged unless they are consistent with the original design and character of the house style.

(3) The architectural style shall be consistent with the original structure

and shall use material similar to those used on the main structure, including siding treatment, windows, doors, trim, roof pitch, etc.

(4) Details on the addition shall match the architectural details on the

original structure such as latticework projecting beams, etc.

c. Garages and other Accessory Structures. Garages and other accessory

structures shall be consistent with the historic character of the main structure.

(1) The architectural style shall be consistent with the main structure

and shall use material similar to those used on the main structure, including siding treatment, windows, doors, trim, roof pitch, etc.

(2) Details on the accessory structure shall match the architectural

details on the main structure such as latticework, projecting beams, etc.

(3) Garages shall be located to the rear of the property and detached

from the main structure.

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2. Architectural Features.

a. Common Features.

Traditional buildings and houses have many common features, regardless of the style of architecture.

Raised front porch;
Massed columns on porch supports;
Vertical orientation of windows;
Window and door trim; Door Examples
Garage door (facing street) treatment
(recessed, windows, ornamentation, etc.);
Consistency of materials and colors with style of architecture;
Detailed porch supports and railings;
Dormers;
Chimney;
Balconies;
Window Boxes; and
Ornamentation (grill work over windows, tile accents, pop outs, relief bands, etc).

b. Doors. Traditional doors relate to the style of architecture of the building.

Shown top right, are examples of door styles.

c. Windows. Traditional windows relate to the style of architecture of the

building. Shown bottom right, are examples of window styles.

d. Architectural Styles. Architectural styles should be used for new development that is compatible with the architecture of the neighborhood. Refer to Reference "B" (Architectural Styles Guide) of this Development Code for an architectural styles guide containing a list of architectural styles and some common features found with Massed Columns on Porch Support the style. This list of architectural styles has been developed with the assistance of the California Office of Historic Preservation and these styles are the only styles approved, except where noted, for use with Historic Window Proportions Resource Surveys. The list is based on the following books about California Architecture:

Porch Supports and Railings The Guide to architecture in San
Francisco and Northern California by
David Gebhard, Robert Winter and
Eric Sandweiss.
Guide to the Architecture of Los
Angeles and Southern California by
David Gebhard and Robert Winter.
The list of architectural styles has been
Dormer Examples revised to include only those styles Window Examples

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either present in Ontario, or those styles, which could be used for infill development. In
addition, the descriptive drawings are taken from the following books:
A Field Guide to American Houses by Virginia & Lee McAlester; an American Shelter by
Lester Walker.

3. Wood Siding and Architectural Details.

a. Preservation. All original wood siding and architectural details should be

identified, retained, and preserved. All wall coverings that hide original wood siding and architectural details should be removed.

b. Protection. All causes of wood siding and architectural detail deterioration

should be identified, evaluated and treated. Causes may include faulty flashing, leaking gutters, breaks and cracks, open joints, deteriorated caulking and sealants, insect or fungus infestation, and deteriorated coating such as paint or stain.

c. Cleaning. All deteriorated paint or stain should be removed by the gentlest

method possible such as hand scraping, hand sanding, hot air heat guns, and chemical strippers. Paint shall not be removed by the propane butane torches, sandblasting, or water blasting. All wood surfaces that have had paint or stain removed shall be given new coatings to protect the wood.

d. Repairs. All deteriorated wood elements that cannot be repaired shall be

removed. All removed wood elements shall be replaced with new wood details that match the size, shape and profile of the original element.

4. Concrete Walls.

a. Preservation. All original exterior concrete walls should be identified, retained and preserved. All original finish materials and coatings that have been applied should be identified.

b. Protection. All causes of concrete deterioration should be identified,

evaluated and treated. Causes may include exposed steel reinforcing members or metal ties that are rusting, cracked broken concrete, flat surfaces that permit water to penetrate concrete, faulty flashing, and leaking gutters.

c. Cleaning. All concrete walls shall be cleaned with gentle methods that will

not damage the plaster finish or concrete surface such as water and detergents applied with natural bristle brushes and low water pressure. After adequate testing, other cleaning methods, such as liquid chemical cleaners, that do not damage the concrete or cause ecological damage, high pressure water, and paint removal strippers may be permitted. Sandblasting is not permitted.

d. Repairs. All rusted steel reinforcing and metal ties shall be removed. All

broken and loose concrete shall be removed. All concrete shall be patched using appropriate repair procedures all original finish materials shall be repaired.

e. Replace Missing Concrete Details. All missing or broken concrete details

shall be replaced with new details that match the size, shape, color, and texture of the original detail.

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5. Masonry Walls.

a. Preservation. All original exterior masonry walls should be identified,

retained, and preserved. All finish materials and coatings that have been applied should be identified.

b. Protection. All causes of concrete deterioration should be identified,

evaluated, and treated. Causes may include deteriorated roofs, insufficient drainage, deferred pointing, application of coatings and finish materials, faulty flashing, and leaking gutters.

c. Cleaning. All concrete walls shall be cleaned with gentle methods such

water and detergents applied with natural bristle brushes and low water pressure as not to cause damage to the masonry or mortar. After adequate testing, cleaning methods such as liquid chemical cleaners that do not damage the masonry or mortar or cause ecological damage, high pressure water, and paint removal strippers may be permitted. Cleaning methods such as sandblasting, acid wash on limestone and marble, and metal bristle brushes are not permitted. Prior to initiating the work, all cleaning procedures should be tested to ensure that the masonry will not be damaged.

d. Pointing Repair. Deteriorated pointing will be repaired when it is identified.

Deteriorated mortar will be removed using hand tools. Power tools shall not be used to remove deteriorated pointing. The new mortar should match the strength of the original. The new mortar should match the color, texture and style of the original mortar. The new pointing shall match the width and profile of the original.

e. Repairing the Masonry. Masonry units shall be replaced with new masonry

units that match the size, texture and color of the original material. Broken masonry units should be patch rather than replaced.

f. Replacing Masonry. All missing or broken masonry units that cannot be

repaired shall be replace with masonry units that match the size, shape, color and texture of the original detail.

6. Architectural Metals.

a. Preservation. All original metal architectural features should be identified,

retained and preserved. Metal architectural features which are important in defining the historic character of the building shall not be removed.

b. Protection. All causes of metal corrosion should be identified, evaluated

and treated. Causes may include exposing bare metal to water and moisture, deterioration of protective coatings, and galvanic action between two incompatible metals.

c. Cleaning Non Ferrous Materials and Alloys. The type of metal material shall

be identified in order to determine the type of cleaning to be used. Non-ferrous metals (lead, tin, copper, zinc) whose natural patina should be preserved shall be identified. Non-ferrous materials with a natural patina shall have cleaned using gentle methods used in order to clean the surface without damaging the patina or coating. Alloys that may require protective coatings shall be identified. A gentle cleaning method that will not abrade the protective coating shall be used.

d. Cleaning Ferrous Metals. The type of ferrous material (cast iron, wrought

iron, steel) shall be identified. The type of coating and condition of metal shall be determined.

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Hand scraping shall be used to remove corrosion and deteriorated paint. Low pressure grit blasting may be used to remove corrosion and coatings when hand scraping is ineffective. Cleaned ferrous metals should be painted immediately with a corrosive resistant coating.

e. Repair. Metal features that are broken or dented shall be repaired. Metal

features that are broken or dented shall not be replaced.

f. Replacement. Metal features that are too deteriorated to be repaired should be replaced. The original metal feature shall be used as a model for the new feature. Missing features shall not be replaced with details that do not convey the same visual appearance.

7. Exterior Plaster (Stucco).

a. Preservation. All original exterior plaster features should be identified,

retained and preserved. Original exterior plaster features that are important in defining the overall historic character of the building shall not be removed.

b. Protection. All causes of plaster deterioration should be identified,

evaluated and treated. Causes may include leaking roofs, faulty flashing, leaking gutters, broken concrete substrate, deteriorated or rusted metal lath, and deteriorated wood members.

c. Cleaning. All plaster shall be cleaned with gentle methods that will not

damage the plaster. Use water and detergent with a soft natural bristle brush. Cleaning methods such as sandblasting or high pressure water are not permitted.

d. Repairs. All types of deterioration shall be identified such as spalling, broken,

or cracked plaster and missing plaster details. All deteriorated substrate material shall be removed. All plaster shall be patched using industry approved repair procedures and materials. Where a large area of plaster needs to be replaced, the adjacent panel should be completely replaced in order to avoid a patched appearance.

8. Roofs.

a. Preservation. All original character defining features of the roof should be

identified, retained and preserved. Features include shape, slope, roofing materials, and decorative details. The original defining features that have been removed or altered should be identified. The character defining features of the roof shall not be altered. Sound character defining features of the roof shall not be removed.

b. Protection. All causes of roof deterioration should be identified, evaluated

and treated. Causes may include blocked drains and gutters, moisture condensation, faulty flashing, overhanging tree limbs, insect and fungus infestation, deteriorated roofing material, faulty application of roof fasteners, and deteriorated fasteners.

c. Repairs. All features shall be repaired with similar materials.

d. Replacement. All features that are not repairable shall be replaced. The

deteriorated elements of the roof should be replaced with new material that preserves the overall shape and slope of the roof. Materials that do not convey the visual appearance of the original roof shall not be used.

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e. Additions to Buildings. Roofs over additions should retain the character

defining features of the original roof.

f. Additions to Original Roofs. Mechanical or solar collection should be installed do that they are not visible from the public right of way. Unless an original decorative feature on a house, downspouts should be located in an inconspicuous place, such as the corner, side or back of a building.

9. Doors.

a. Preservation. All original character defining features of doors should be

identified, retained and preserved. Features include frames, jambs, door, transoms, sills, trim, screen door, and fan lights and sidelights. Doors that are important in defining the overall historic character of the building shall not be removed or radically changed. The pattern of the door shall not be changed. The historic appearance of doors through the use of inappropriate design, materials, finishes or color shall not be changed. Original fittings on doors shall not be stripped.

b. Protection. All causes of deterioration should be identified, evaluated and

treated. Causes may include weathering due to paint deterioration, rusting due to paint deterioration, and sealant and caulking deterioration.

c. Repairs. Original broken door detail should be repaired. When repair of

material or missing parts is appropriate, the entire door shall not be replaced.

d. Replacement. When a door can no longer be repaired, or is missing,

replace it with a new door that matches the original. Character defining doors should not be replaced with new doors that do not convey the same visual appearance of the original.

e. Doors in Additions to the Original Buildings. New doors in additions to the

original buildings should be compatible with the overall design of the original building, but not duplicate the pattern of the original door.

10. Windows.

a. Preservation. All original character defining features of windows should be

identified, retained and preserved. Features include frames, heads, sills, trim, jambs, muntins, shutters, awnings, sash, glazing, blinds, and screens. Windows that are important in defining the overall historic character of the building shall not be removed or radically changed. The number, location, size or glazing pattern of windows shall not be changed. The historic appearance of windows through the use of inappropriate design, materials, finishes or color shall not be changed. Window trim should not be obscured with other materials. Original fittings on windows shall not be stripped.

b. Protection. All causes of deterioration should be identified, evaluated, and

treated. Causes may include water penetration, weathering due to paint deterioration, rusting due to paint deterioration, and sealant and caulking deterioration.

c. Repairs. Original broken window features should be repaired. When repair

of material or missing parts is appropriate, entire windows shall not be replaced.

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d. Replacement. When a window can no longer be repaired, or is missing, replace it with a new window that matches the original. Character defining windows should not be replaced with new windows that do not convey the same visual appearance of the original.

e. Windows in Additions to the Original Buildings. New windows in additions to

the original buildings should be compatible with the overall design of the original building, but not duplicate the fenestration pattern and detailing of the original window.

11. Entrances and Porches.

a. Preservation. All original entrance or porch, including doors, entablatures,

columns, balustrades, and stairs should be identified, retained and preserved. If replacement is necessary, the proportion and composition of original design should be retained, preferably by using traditional moldings and balusters. An entrance or porch shall not be removed in order to reorient the building for a new use. Columns and railings for porches, stoops and front steps should be substantial looking and not be replaced with pipes, wrought iron or "ranch-style" members. Brick stairs are rarely appropriate; wood stairs are most appropriate to Late Victorian and Classical Revival houses. New entrances shall not be cut into the primary façade. Utilitarian or service entrances shall not be altered so they appear to be the formal entrance.

b. Protection. All causes of deterioration should be identified, evaluated, and

treated. Causes may include water penetration, weathering due to paint deterioration, rusting due to paint deterioration, and sealant and caulking deterioration.

c. Repairs. The historic materials used in the character defining features should

be repaired. Original materials should be used for repairs or substitute materials that are compatible. Substitute materials or features that do not convey the visual appearance of the original features shall not be used.

d. Replacement. When an entrance or porch can no longer be repaired, or

is missing, replace it with a new entrance or porch that conveys the same visual appearance.

e. A New Entrance or Porch on Additions to the Original Building. A new

entrance or porch should be designed to be compatible to the original buildings.

12. Storefronts.

a. Preservation. All original storefront should be identified, retained, and

preserved. Store front features include bulkhead, window frames, door transom, recessed ceiling, lighting, wall material, display window, entry door, awnings, recessed paving, and parapets. The original features of the storefront shall not be removed. The location of the storefront main entrance shall not be changed. The original configuration of the storefront shall not be altered. Inappropriate materials shall not be added over original ones.

b. Protection. All causes of deterioration on the storefront should be identified,

evaluated, and treated. Causes may include, water penetration, weathering due to paint deterioration, rusting due to paint deterioration, and sealant and caulking deterioration. Historic materials shall not be stripped from the storefront.

c. Repairs. The historic materials used in the character defining features of the

storefront should be repaired. Original Materials or substitute materials that are compatible should

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be used for repair. Materials or features that do not convey the visual appearance of the original features should not be substituted.

d. Replacement. If there is insufficient information about the original

appearance of the storefront, it should be rebuilt using a new design whose size, scale, style, detail, and color are compatible with the original appearance. When a storefront can no longer be repaired, or is missing, replace it with a reconstructed storefront based on the available historical, pictorial and physical documentation available. A new design that is incompatible in size, scale, material, style and color with the original appearance is not allowed.

13. Significant Interior Space Features and Finishes.

a. Preservation of Interior Spaces. A floor plan or significant interior spaces that

are important in defining the overall historic character of the building should be identified, retained, and preserved. Elements to be considered of the interior space are size, proportions, configuration, relationship of rooms, individual room or space, and relationship of features to spaces or rooms. The floor plan or significant interior spaces that are important in defining the overall historic character of the building shall not be radically changed. Interior space should not be altered or destroyed by inserting floors, cutting through floors, lowering ceilings, or adding or removing walls. A feature should not be relocated so that a historic relationship between the feature and the space is altered.

b. Preservation of Interior Features and Finishes. Interior features and finishes

that are important in defining the overall historic character of the building should be identified, retained and preserved and shall not be removed or radically changed. New features or finishes that obscure the character defining features of the building should not be applied.

c. Protection. All causes of deterioration should be identified, evaluated, and treated. Causes include surface dirt, moisture penetration from the exterior, insect and fungus infestation, excessive moist or dry air, vandalism, improper cleaning procedures, and excessive use. The original features and finishes should be protected from inappropriate changes: removal of original features, replacement of original features, repainting of original finishes, and introduction of new mechanical, plumbing and electrical systems that cause damage when they are installed.

d. Repairs. Deteriorated features or finishes should be repaired using the same

or compatible materials. Do not make repairs with incompatible materials.

e. Replacement. Un-repairable features or finishes should be replaced with

new features or finishes that match the original. Features or finishes should not be replaced with new features or finishes that do not convey the same visual appearance of the original.

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Division 8.01—Sign Regulations

A. The regulations set forth by this Division contain the primary tools for implementing the sign policies, standards, and regulations of the City pursuant to the provisions of the State Outdoor Advertising Act (BPC Section 5200 et seq.), and other applicable state and local requirements, and prescribe standards for the type, placement, size, number, height, and illumination of signs in order to achieve the following purposes:

1. Maintain the attractiveness and orderliness of the City's appearance by avoiding

sign clutter;

2. Protect agricultural, residential, commercial, industrial, civic, open space and

utilities, from the loss of visual prominence resulting from excessive signing on nearby sites;

3. Protect public and private investment in buildings and open spaces;

4. Protect residentially zoned areas lying adjacent to commercial and industrial areas

from the negative effects of excessive signs;

5. Enable users of goods and services to identify establishments offering services to

meet their needs;

6. Encourage sound signing practices as an aid to business and inform the public, but

to prevent excessive and confusing sign displays;

7. Regulate the number, size, height, and location of signs according to standards

consistent with the types of establishments in each zoning district;

8. Promote traffic safety through appropriate and reasonable controls on signs;

9. Promote the public health, safety, and welfare by regulating and controlling all

matters relating to signs; and

10. Protect the health, safety, and welfare of City residents from hazards resulting from

improper, excessive, distracting and otherwise unsafe signage.

B. It is the determination of the City Council that a sign is intended to serve primarily to identify the general nature of an establishment, or to direct attention to a product, activity, place, person, organization or enterprise. The City Council further determines that as identification devices, signs should not subject the citizenry to excessive competition for their visual attention, and as

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appropriate identification devices, signs should harmonize with the building or activity they serve, the neighborhood in which they are located, and other signs within the surrounding area and in the same zoning district.

C. The installation of signs that improve the appearance of a building and neighborhood is encouraged. As such, The City Council hereby promotes the use of artistry and innovation in the design of signs is decidedly encouraged.

A. No sign, including copy change or a temporary sign, shall be approved and a permit therefore issued, except in conformance with the requirements of Table 2.02-1 (Review Matrix) and Section 4.03.020 (Sign Plans) of this Development Code, and the requirements of this Division.

B. No sign shall be erected, constructed, attached, affixed, or maintained on any property, except in conformity with the provisions of this Division, and expressly exempted by the provisions of Section 8.01.010 (Exempt Signs) of this Division.

C. It shall be illegal to use, occupy, or maintain property in violation of this Division. Any violation or failure to comply with the provisions of this Division shall render a person guilty of such violation, punishable in accordance with OMC Title 1, Chapter 2 (Penalty Provisions).

No sign, including copy change or a temporary sign, shall be placed, installed, constructed, displayed, or altered without a Sign Plan approved by the City pursuant to Section 4.03.020 (Sign Plans) of this Development Code, excepting the following:

A. Official Notices. Any sign, posting, notice or other indication used exclusively to display official notices, notices of any court or public office, or posted by a public officer in the performance of a public duty, or required by a public entity in carrying out its responsibility to protect the public health, safety or welfare, or otherwise required by law.

B. Street and Traffic Control Signs. Street name and traffic control signs, directional signs, informational signs of a public or semi-public nature, historical markers placed by a governmental or non-profit organization, and railroad crossing, danger, or other emergency warning signs, provided that no individual sign exceeds 4 SF in area.

C. Directional Signs. Signs guiding and directing traffic in parking lots and facilities, provided that no individual signs exceed 4 SF in area and 4 FT in height.

D. Public Convenience Signs. Signs showing the location of public restrooms, telephones, other public conveniences, and underground utilities, provided no individual sign exceeds 2 SF in area.

E. Business Hours, Emergency Phone Numbers, Honoring Credit Cards, and Association Membership Signs. Signs indicating business hours, emergency phone numbers, honoring credit cards, association memberships and similar types of sign, provided no individual sign exceeds one SF in area and the total area of all such signs does not exceed 4 SF.

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