CC Resolution No. 16-065 Approving Development Permit to Allow the Demolition of a 342 Unit Apartment Complex (The Hamptons) and the Construction of a 942 Unit Apartment Complex in a Planned Development Residential Zoning DistrictRESOLUTION NO. 16-065
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CUPERTINO APPROVING
DEVELOPMENT PERMIT TO ALLOW THE DEMOLITION OF A 342 UNIT APARTMENT
COMPLEX (THE HAMPTONS) AND THE CONSTRUCTION OF A 942 UNIT APARTMENT
COMPLEX IN A PLANNED DEVELOPMENT RESIDENTIAL ZONING DISTRICT LOCATED AT
19500 PRUNERIDGE A VENUE AND ADOPTION OF A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION
SECTION I: PROTECT DESCRIPTION
Application No.:
Applicant:
Property Owner:
Location:
DP-2015-04 and File No. EA-2015-03
Carlene Matchniff (The Irvine Company)
IAC at Cupertino LLC
19500 Pruneridge Ave (APN: 316-06-032, 316-06-037)
SECTION II: FINDINGS FOR DEVELOPMENT PERMIT:
WHEREAS, the City of Cupertino received an application for a Development Permit as described in
Section I. of this Resolution; and
WHEREAS, the Environmental Review Committee has reviewed the Mitigated Negative Declaration;
and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a public hearing on May 10, 2016 and recommended that the
City Council approve the application, subject to conditions, and adopt the Mitigated Negative
Declaration; and
WHEREAS, the necessary public notices have been given as required by the Procedural Ordinance of the
City of Cupertino, and the City Council has held at least one public hearing in regard to the application;
and
WHEREAS, the applicant has met the burden of proof required to support said application; and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds as follows with regard to this application:
a) The proposed development, at the proposed location, will not be detrimental or injurious to
property or improvements in the vicinity, and will not be detrimental to the public health, safety,
general welfare, or convenience;
The project site is located in an area designated for residential land uses in the General Plan and would
contribute to additional improvements to the area, including biC1jcle and pedestrian linkages. The project is
designed to minimize impact upon the surrounding community and the environment. Centrally located
amenities and recreation areas promote u se of on-site resources, which increases opportunities for a sens e of
community and reduction of vehicle miles traveled. The spaces between buildings are activated with a series of
interior walkways, courtyards on all quadrants, and amenity spaces. These spaces also provide visual relief
gathering places , and walking/biking pro x imity and accessibility to Apple Campu s 2 and other off-site
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resources . The design elements support the intent of attracting a demographic that prefers to be less dependent
on cars and a more active lifestyle, which promotes public health.
b) The proposed development will be located and conducted in a manner in accord with the
Cupertino Comprehensive General Plan and the purpose of the City's zoning ordinances.
The proposed development will be located on parcels identified within the General Plan as part of the North
Vallco Gateway, located within North Vallco Park special planning area. The North Vallco Park area is
envisioned to become a sustainable office and campus environment surrounded by a mix of connected, high-
qualitt; and pedestrian-oriented neighborhood center, hotels and residential uses . Taller heights may be
allowed in the North Vallco Gateway per the Land Use and Community Design Element and additional
residential development may be allowed per the Housing Element. The proposal is consistent with height,
setback, density and unit count prescribed within the General Plan .
The site is within a planned development zoning district that allows multi-family residential development
("P (Res)"). Therefore the residential proposal is consistent with the purpose of the City's zoning ordinance .
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that after careful consideration of the initial study, maps, facts,
exhibits, testimony and other evidence submitted in this matter, subject to the conditions which are
enumerated in this Resolution beginning on PAGE 2 thereof,
1. The application for a Development Permit, Application no. DP-2015-04 is hereby approved; and
2. A mitigated negative declaration with a mitigation monitoring report (file no . EA-2015-03) is hereby
adopted; and
That the subconclusions upon which the findings and conditions specified in this Resolution are based
and contained in the Public Hearing record concerning Application no .(s) DP-2015-04 and EA-2015-03 as
set forth in the Minutes of the City Council Meeting of June 21, 2016, and are incorporated by reference
as though fully set forth herein.
SECTION III: CONDITIONS ADMINISTERED BY THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPT.
In the event of any conflict between any of the following conditions of approval and the development
agreement (DA-2015-01), the development agreement shall control.
1. APPROVED EXHIBITS
Approval recommendation is based on (1) the architectural, civil, landscape and signage plan set
dated received January 29, 2016 consisting of ninety (90) sheets labeled "The Hamptons
Redevelopment" and prepared by Arquitectonica, BKF, Olin and RSM Design; (2) colors and
materials board dated October 13, 2015 and prepared by Arquitectonica; (3) perspective exhibits
labeled "Amenity Deck Views" dated July 29, 2015 prepared by Arquitectonica; except as may be
amended by conditions in this resolution.
2 . CONCURRENT APPROVAL CONDITIONS
The conditions of approval contained in file nos. DP-2015-04, EA-2015-03, ASA-2015-13, U-2015-05,
TR-2015 -21, DA-2015-01, and shall be applicable to this approval.
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3. DEVELOPMENT APPROVAL AND PROJECT AMENDMENTS
Development Permit approval is granted for 942 new apartment units and demolition of the existing
342 unit apartment complex. The Planning Commission shall review amendments to the project
considered major by the Director of Community Development.
4. ACCURACY OF PROJECT PLANS
The applicant/property owner is responsible to verify all pertinent property data including but not
limited to property boundary locations, building setbacks, property size, building square footage,
any relevant easements and/or construction records. Any misrepresentation of any property data
may invalidate this approval and may require additional review.
4. ODOR ABATEMENT SYSTEMS
Odor abatement systems shall be installed for all new eating establishments and common food
preparation areas. The design of the odor abatement system will be finalized at the building permit
stage. Equipment associated with the odor abatement systems shall be appropriately screened if
visible from the public right-of-way.
5. LOTLINES
As applicable, a lot line adjustment shall be processed as a separate application to meet the
requirements of the California Building Code and to meet the specific terms of the development
agreement regarding a lot tying agreement, which shall be reviewed by the city attorney's office
prior to the issuance of a demolition permit.
6. SIGNAGE AND SIGN PROGRAM
Signage is not approved with this application. A separate sign program and building permit shall be
required prior to the installation of any signage. Signage shall conform to the regulations stipulated
in the City's Sign Ordinance, unless otherwise approved with a sign program.
7. PUBLIC ART REQUIREMENT
The final design, display, and location of the public art shall be brought before the Fine Arts
Commission for review and approval. The minimum expenditure for the artwork, including but not
limited to design, fabrication, and installation, is one-quarter of one percent, with an expenditure cap
of one hundred thousand dollars.
8. HOUSING MITIGATION
For residential projects, a housing mitigation fee is required and must be paid as defined within
Section 4.1.1 of the development agreement.
9. TRAFFIC MITIGATION
The applicant shall contribute a fair share amount according to specified terms of the development
agreement pertaining to traffic impact fees.
10 . CONDOMINIUMIZA TION
Parcelization/condominiumization of units is not approved as part of this project. Any proposed
changes to the map shall require further City review and approval.
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11. CIRCULATION AND PARKING REQUIREMENTS
The project shall maintain the total amount of proposed parking of 1696 car parking stalls at the ratio
of 1.8 spaces per unit and 377 bicycle parking stall. Changes to the number of provided parking
stalls will require further City review and approval.
12. BICYCLE PARKING CLASS
All provided bicycle parking shall be identified as Class 1 bicycle parking and be consistent with the
City's requirements to the satisfaction of Director of Community Development.
13. SITE LIGHTING
All new lighting must conform to the standards in the Parking Regulations Ordinance, and the final
lighting plan (including a detailed photometric plan) shall be reviewed and approved by the Director
of Community Development prior to building permit issuance. A report from a licensed lighting
engineer may be required to confirm all exterior lighting throughout the site complies with the City's
Ordinance.
14. ROOFTOP EQUIPMENT SCREENING
All mechanical and other equipment on the building or on the site shall be screened so they are not
visible from public street areas or adjoining developments. The height of the screening shall be taller
than the height of the mechanical equipment that it is designed to screen. A line of sight plan may be
required to demonstrate that the equipment will not be visible from any public right-of-way. The
location of the equipment and necessary screening shall be reviewed and approved by the Director of
Community Development prior to issuance of building permits.
15. SCREENING OF UTILITY STRUCTURES
All new utility structures shall be located underground or screened from public view to the
satisfaction of the Director of Community Development and the Public Works Department.
16. NOISE LEVELS AND ABATEMENT
Project construction and use shall comply with the City's Community Noise Control Ordinance at all
times . Should the project exceed any of the stipulated maximum noise levels outlined in the City's
Community Noise Control Ordinance, an acoustical engineer may be required to submit noise
attenuation measures to the satisfaction of the Director of Community Development at the
applicant's expense.
17. PRE-CONSTRUCTION MEETING AND CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT PLAN
A demolition and construction management plan shall be submitted and reviewed prior to building
permit issuance. Prior to commencement of construction activities, the applicant shall arrange for a
pre-construction meeting with the pertinent departments (Building, Planning, and Public Works) to
review the prepared construction management plan, to ensure that construction complies with the
conditions of approval, staging of construction equipment is appropriate, tree protection measures
are in place, public access routes are identified is defined, and noise and dust control measures are
established.
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18. CONSTRUCTION HOURS
Construction activities shall be limited to Monday through Friday, 7 am to 8 pm and Saturday and
Sunday, 9 am to 6 pm. Construction activities are not allowed on holidays . Maximum noise levels
are delineated in the City's Community Noise Control Ordinance.
The developer shall be responsible for educating all contractors and subcontractors of said
construction restrictions. Rules and regulations pertaining to all construction activities and
limitations identified in this permit, along with the name and telephone number of a developer
appointed disturbance coordinator, shall be posted in a prominent location at the entrance to the job
site.
19. DEMOLITION REQUIREMENTS
All demolished building and site materials shall be recycled to the maximum extent feasible subject
to the requirements of the Building Official and Chapter 16.72 of Cupertino Municipal Code. The
applicant shall provide evidence that materials were recycled prior to issuance of final demolition
permits.
20. DUST CONTROL
The following construction practices shall be implemented during all phases of construction for the
proposed project to prevent visible dust emissions from leaving the site:
a) Water all active construction areas at least twice daily and more often during windy periods to
prevent visible dust from leaving the site; active areas adjacent to w indy periods; active areas
adjacent to existing land uses shall be kept damp at all times, or shall be treated with non-toxic
stabilizers or dust palliatives.
b) Cover all trucks hauling soil, sand, and other loose materials or require all trucks to maintain at
least 2 feet of freeboard;
c) Pave, apply water at least three times daily, or apply (non-toxic) soil stabilizers on all unpaved
access roads, parking areas and staging areas at construction sites.
d) Sweep streets daily, or more often if necessary (preferably with water sweepers) if visible soil
material is carried onto adjacent public streets .
e) The applicant shall incorporate the City's construction best management practices into the
building permit plan set.
21. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES
Per the mitigation measures outlined in the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program based on
the Initial Study dated April 15, 2016, titled "Initial Study and Mitigated Negative Declaration, The
Hamptons Redevelopment Project," prepared by PlaceWorks and adopted as Mitigated Negative
Declaration EA-2015-03, the following is an outline of mitigation measures that apply:
a. Mitigation Measure AO-la: The project's construction contractor shall comply with the
following Bay Area Air Quality Management District (BAAQMD) Best Management Practices
(BMPs) for reducing construction emissions of fugitive dust (PMlO and PM2.5):
• Water all active construction areas at least twice daily, or as often as needed to control dust
emissions . Watering should be sufficient to prevent airborne dust from leaving the site.
Increased watering frequency may be necessary whenever wind speeds exceed 15 miles per
hour. Reclaimed water should be used whenever possible.
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• Pave, apply water twice daily or as often as necessary to control dust, or apply (non-toxic) soil
stabilizers on all unpaved access roads, parking areas, and staging areas at construction sites.
• Cover all trucks hauling soil, sand, and other loose materials or require all trucks to maintain
at least two feet of freeboard (i.e., the minimum required space between the top of the load
and the top of the trailer).
• Sweep daily (with water sweepers using reclaimed water if possible) or as often as needed all
paved access roads, parking areas and staging areas at the construction site to control dust.
• Sweep public streets daily (with water sweepers using reclaimed water if possible) in the
vicinity of the project site, or as often as needed, to keep streets free of visible soil material.
• Hydroseed or apply non-toxic soil stabilizers to inactive construction areas.
• Enclose, cover, water twice daily, or apply non-toxic soil binders to exposed stockpiles (dirt,
sand, etc.).
• Limit vehicle traffic speeds on unpaved roads to 15 miles per hour (mph).
• Replant vegetation in disturbed areas as quickly as possible.
• Install sandbags or other erosion control measures to prevent silt runoff from public
roadways
b. Mitigation Measure AO-lb: During construction, the construction contractor(s) shall use
construction equipment fitted with engines that meet the United States Environmental
Protection Agency (US EP A)-Certified Tier 3 emissions standards for equipment of 50
horsepower or more. The construction contractor shall maintain a list of all operating
equipment in use on the project site for verification by the City of Cupertino Building
Division official or their designee. The construction equipment list shall state the makes,
models, and number of construction equipment onsite. Equipment shall properly service and
maintain construction equipment in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations.
The construction contractor shall also ensure that all nonessential idling of construction
equipment is restricted to five minutes or less in compliance with CARB Rule 2449 . Prior to
issuance of any construction permit, the construction contractor shall ensure that all
construction plans submitted to the City of Cupertino Planning Department and/or Building
Division clearly show the requirement for US EPA Tier 3 or higher emissions standards for
construction equipment over 50 horsepower.
c. Mitigation Measure AQ-2: Implement Mitigation Measure AQ-lb .
d. Mitigation Measure BI0-1: Nests of raptors and other birds shall be protected when in active
use, as required by the federal Migratory Bird Treaty Act and the California Department of
Fish and Game Code. If construction activities and any required tree removal occur during
the breeding season (February 1 and August 31), a qualified biologist shall be required to
conduct E;urveys prior to tree removal or construction activities . Preconstruction surveys are
not required for tree removal or construction activities outside the nesting period . If
construction would occur during the nesting season (February 1 to August 31),
preconstruction surveys shall be conducted no more than 14 days prior to the start of tree
removal or construction. Preconstruction surveys shall be repeated at 14-day intervals until
construction has been initiated in the area after which surveys can be stopped. Locations of
active nests containing viable eggs or young birds shall be documented and protective
measures implemented under the direction of the qualified biologist until the nests no longer
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contain eggs or young birds. Protective measures shall include establishment of clearly
delineated exclusion zones (i.e., demarcated by identifiable fencing, such as orange
construction fencing or equivalent) around each nest location as determined by a qualified
biologist, taking into account the species of birds nesting, their tolerance for disturbance and
proximity to existing development. In general, exclusion zones shall be a minimum of 300 feet
for raptors and 75 feet for passerines and other birds. The active nest within an exclusion zone
shall be monitored on a weekly basis throughout the nesting season to identify signs of
disturbance and confirm nesting status. The radius of an exclusion zone may be increased by
the qualified biologist if project activities are determined to be adversely affecting the nesting
birds. Exclusion zones may be reduced by the qualified biologist only in consultation with
California Department of Fish and Wildlife. The protection measures shall remain in effect
until the young have left the nest and are foraging independently or the nest is no longer
active .
e. Mitigation Measure CULT-1: If any prehistoric or historic subsurface cultural resources are
discovered during ground-disturbing activities, all work within 50 feet of the resources shall
be halted and a qualified archaeologist shall be consulted to assess the significance of the find
according to CEQA Guidelines Section 15064.5. If any find is determined to be significant,
representatives from the City and the archaeologist would meet to determine the appropriate
avoidance measures or other appropriate mitigation. All significant cultural materials
recovered shall be, as necessary and at the discretion of the consulting archaeologist, subject
to scientific analysis, professional museum curation, and documentation according to current
professional standards. In considering any suggested mitigation proposed by the consulting
archaeologist to mitigate impacts to historical resources or unique archaeological resources,
the City shall determine whether avoidance is necessary and feasible in light of factors such
as the nature of the find, proposed project design, costs, and other considerations. If
avoidance is infeasible, other appropriate measures (e.g., data recovery) would be instituted.
Work may proceed on other parts of the project site while mitigation for historical resources
or unique archaeological resources is being carried out.
f. Mitigation Measure CULT-2 : In the event that fossils or fossil-bearing deposits are discovered
during construction, excavations within 50 feet of the find shall be temporarily halted or
diverted . The contractor shall notify a qualified paleontologist to examine the discovery. The
paleontologist shall document the discovery as needed, in accordance with Society of
Vertebrate Paleontology standards (Society of Vertebrate Paleontology 1995), evaluate the
potential resource, and assess the significance of the finding under the criteria set forth in
CEQA Guidelines Section 15064.5. The paleontologist shall notify the appropriate agencies to
determine procedures that would be followed before construction is allowed to resume at the
location of the find. If the project proponent determines that avoidance is not feasible, the
paleontologist shall prepare an excavation plan for mitigating the effect of the project based
on the qualities that make the resource important. The excavation plan shall be submitted to
the City for review and approval prior to implementation.
g. Mitigation Measure GE0-1: The project applicant sh<;ill adhere to the seismic design criteria
for the maximum estimated ground shaking (i.e ., peak ground acceleration of 0.58 gravity (g)
as recommended in the recent 2015 geotechnical investigation for the proposed project.
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h. Mitigation Measure GE0-2: Prior to issuing building permits, the City shall require the
project applicant to consult with a corrosion protection engineer in order to develop specific
recommendations regarding corrosion protection for buried metal pipe or buried metal pipe-
fittings. The project applicant shall implement the recommendations during construction to
be verified by the City's Building Department.
22. CONSULTATION WITH OTHER DEPARTMENTS
The applicant is responsible to consult with other departments and/or agencies with regard to the
proposed project for additional conditions and requirements. Any misrepresentation of any
submitted data may invalidate an approval by the Community Development Department.
23. NOTICE OF FEES, DEDICATIONS, RES ERV A TIO NS OR OTHER EXACTIONS
The Conditions of Project Approval set forth herein may include certain fees, dedication
requirements, reservation requirements, and other exactions. Pursuant to Government Code Section
66020(d) (1), these Conditions constitute written notice of a statement of the amount of such fees, and
a description of the dedications, reservations, and other exactions. You are hereby further notified
that the 90-day approval period in which you may protest these fees, dedications, reservations, and
other exactions, pursuant to Government Code Section 66020( a), has begun. If you fail to file a
protest within this 90-day period complying with all of the requirements of Section 66020, you will
be legally barred from later challenging such exactions.
24. CONSUL TING ARCHITECT REVIEW
The applicant shall incorporate the final comments of the consulting architect dated September 15,
2015 as follows, which shall be reviewed by the City's consulting architect prior to application and
issuance of a building permit:
a. The water feature should be sized appropriately given the severe drought conditions .
b. A stronger connection between the arrival plaza and the first amenity level should be introduced.
c. Program elements such as the bicycle hub and residential amenity areas should be well
grounded with a mix of elements that ensure the vitality of public plaza areas. Site furnishings
should be identified to define spaces for interaction.
25. CITY ARBORIST REVIEW
Prior to issuance of a demolition permit, a peer review of the tree management plan shall be
conducted to confirm condition of trees slated for preservation or transplant, review replacement
plantings, verify installation of tree protection measures prior to demolition, grading or other site
work. The project arborist shall provide an installation report prior to final sign-off of the building
permit by the Planning Division.
26. TRANSPORTATION DEMAND MANAGEMENT (TDM)
Developer shall fund and fully implement the TDM Program pursuant to Section 5.1.3 of the
development agreement.
27. ANNUAL REPORT
The applicant and/or other designated representative for the project, such as the transportation
coordinator, shall file an annual report to the Community Development Director on January 31 51 of
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each y ear, detailing the progress of the terms within the development agreement and conditions of
approval.
SECTION IV: CONDITIONS ADMINISTERED BY THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
28. WOLFE ROAD CORRIDOR IMPROVEMENT CONTRIBUTION
The developer will provide a financial contribution to the Wolfe Road Corridor Improvement Project
pursuant to Section 5.1.1.3 of the development agreement. The scope of the improvements may
include widening of Wolfe Road, modifications or replacement of the Wolfe Road overcrossing, and
modifications to the Hwy 280/Wolfe Road interchange.
29. MEDIAN IMPROVEMENTS
The developer shall retrofit the street median to be consistent with the recent improvements
performed on the Wolfe Road medians located between Pruneridge A venue and Homestead Road.
The development application plans shall show this work, and shall clearly indicate all of the trees
that will be removed due to facilitate the median improvements. Planting plans and irrigation plans
will be required prior to issuance of permits for the project, unless permitted otherwise by the
Director of Public Works.
30. RECLAIMED WATER
As defined in Section 5 .1.1.2 of the development agreement, the developer may be required, at the
discretion of the Director of Public Works, to extend a reclaimed water main from the intersection of
Wolfe and Homestead Roads.
31. LOT MERGER
Pursuant to Section 7.1 of the development agreement, if the developer has not obtained an approved
lot line adjustment prior to approval of the building permit, a lot merger will be required. Proposed
building cannot straddle between parcel lines.
32. STREET WIDENING
Public street widening and dedications shall be provided in accordance with City Standards and
specifications and as required by the City Engineer.
33 . CURB AND GUTTER IMPROVEMENTS
Curbs and gutters, sidewalks and related structures shall be installed in accordance with grades and
standards as specified by the City Engineer. For the proposed emergency access off of Wolfe Road,
Public Works recommends a mountable curb rather than a standard driveway. Details to be
addressed at the street improvement plan stage.
34. PEDESTRIAN AND BICYCLE IMPROVEMENTS
Developer shall provide pedestrian and bicy cle related improvements consistent with the Cupertino
Bicycle Transportation Plan and the Pedestrian Transportation Guidelines, and as approved by the
City Engineer.
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35. STREET LIGHTING INSTALLATION
Street lighting shall be installed and shall be as approved by the City Engineer. Lighting fixtures
shall be positioned so as to preclude glare and other forms of visual interference to adjoining
properties, and shall be no higher than the maximum height permitted by the zone in which the site
is located.
36. GRADING
Grading shall be as approved and required by the City Engineer in accordance with Chapter 16.08 of
the Cupertino Municipal Code. 401 Certifications and 404 permits maybe required. Please contact
Army Corp of Engineers and/or Regional Water Quality Control Board as appropriate.
37. DRAINAGE
Drainage shall be provided to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. Hydrology and pre-and post-
development hydraulic calculations must be provided to indicate whether additional storm water
control measures are to be constructed or renovated. The storm drain system may include, but is not
limited to, subsurface storage of peak stormwater flows (as needed), bioretention basins, vegetated
swales, and hydrodynamic separators to reduce the amount of runoff from the site and improve
water quality. The storm drain system shall be designed to detain water on-site (e.g., via buried
pipes, retention systems or other approved systems and improvements) as necessary to avoid an
increase of the ten percent flood water surface elevation to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. Any
storm water overflows or surface sheeting should be directed away from neighboring private
properties and to the public right of way as much as reasonably possible.
38. All storm drain inlets shall be clearly marked with the words "No Dumping -Flows to Creek" using
permanently affixed metal medallions or equivalent, as approved by the Environmental Programs
Division.
39. BICYCLE PARKING
The developer shall provide bicycle parking consistent with the City's requirements to the
satisfaction of the City Engineer.
40. C.3 REQUIREMENTS
• C.3 regulated improvements are required for all projects creating and/or replacing 10,000 S.F. or
more of impervious surface (collectively over the entire project site). The developer shall reserve
a minimum of 4% of developable surface area for the placement of low impact development
measures, for storm water treatment, unless an alternative storm water treatment plan, that
satisfies C.3 requirements, is approved by the City Engineer.
• The project is located in a Hydromodification Management (HM) area and will create and/or
replace one acre or more of impervious surface. The project must comply with the Post-
Construction Hydromodification Management requirements which entail HM projects to
demonstrate that post-project runoff does not exceed estimated pre-project runoff rates and
durations.
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• The developer must include the use and maintenance of site design, source control and storm
water treatment Best Management Practices (BMPs), which must be designed per approved
numeric sizing criteria. A Storm Water Management Plan, Storm Water Facilities Easement
Agreement, Storm Water Facilities Operation and Maintenance Agreement, and certification of
ongoing operation and maintenance of treatment BMPs are each required.
• All storm water management plans are required to obtain certification from a City approved
third party reviewer.
41. TRASH, RECYCLING AND COMPOST ENCLOSURES
Trash enclosure plans must be designed in accordance with the City's "Public Works Guidelines
posted at www.cupertino.org/nowaste, and to the satisfaction of the Environmental Programs
Manager. Clearance by the Public Works Department is required prior to obtaining a building
permit. (CMC 9.18.210 H & K)
The following items must be met:
• All three trash compactors must be enclosed by a roof with a minimum of 24' clearance. Roof
clearance is needed to service compactors without dragging on pavement from enclosure.
• Compression pad in front of compactors must be reinforced concrete to withstand truck wear
and prevent pavement damage.
• Compactor trash enclosure must be sufficiently insulated with sound attenuating materials to
meet municipal code sound level thresholds during operation (50 dBA day and 60 dBA night).
Environmental Programs staff recommends that Planning Division require an acoustical
engineering report to demonstrate code compliance.
• Applicant must install sanitary sewer clean out at all locations where fire sprinkler safety tests are
conducted since there will be not be sufficient landscaping to discharge test water. Alternatively,
discharged test water may be collected in a tank truck for re-use as landscape irrigation water. If
the latter is chosen, written agreement by the property owner must be provided and a copy
maintained on-site and filed with the Environmental Programs Division.
42. OPERA TIO NS & MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT
Developer shall enter into an Operations & Maintenance Agreement with the City prior to final
occupancy. The Agreement shall include the operation and maintenance for non-standard
appurtenances in the public road right-of-way that may include, but is not limited to, sidewalk,
pavers, and street lights.
43. UNDERGROUND UTILITIES
Developer shall comply with the requirements of the Underground Utilities Ordinance No. 331 and
other related Ordinances and regulations of the City of Cupertino, and shall coordinate with affected
utility providers for installation of underground utility devices. Developer shall submit detailed
plans showing utility underground provisions. Said plans shall be subject to prior approval of the
affected Utility provider and the City Engineer.
44 . TRANSFORMERS
To the extent allowed by PG&E and other utility providers, electrical transformers, telephone
cabinets and similar equipment shall be placed in underground vaults. The developer must receive
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written approval from both the Public Works Department and the Community Development
Department prior to installation of any above ground equipment. Should above ground equipment
be permitted by the City, equipment and enclosures shall be screened with fencing and landscaping
such that said equipment is not visible from public street areas, as determined by the Community
Development Department. Transformers shall not be located in the front or side building setback
area. The developer must receive written approval from both the Public Works Department and the
Community Development Department prior to installation of any transformers in the front and side
building setback area.
45. WATER BACKFLOW PREVENTERS
Domestic and Fire Water Backflow preventers and similar above ground equipment shall be placed
away from the public right of way and site driveways to a location approved by the Cupertino
Planning Department, Santa Clara County Fire Department and the water company.
46. BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES
Utilize Best Management Practices (BMPs), as required by the State Water Resources Control Board,
for construction activity, which disturbs soil. BMP plans shall be included in grading and street
improvement plans.
47. NPDES CONSTRUCTION GENERAL PERMIT
When and where it is required by the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB), the developer
must obtain a Notice of Intent (NOi) from the SWRCB, which encompasses preparation of a Storm
Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP), use of construction Best Management Practices (BMPs) to
control storm water runoff quality, and BMP inspection and maintenance.
48. EROSION CONTROL PLAN
Developer must provide an approved erosion control plan by a Registered Civil Engineer. This plan
should include all erosion control measures used to retain materials on site. Erosion control notes
shall be stated on the plans.
49. WORK SCHEDULE
Every 6 months, the developer shall submit a work schedule to the City to show the timetable for all
grading/erosion control work in conjunction with this project.
50. TRAFFIC CONTROL PLAN
The developer must submit a traffic control plan by a Registered Traffic Engineer to be approved by
the City . The plan shall include a temporary traffic control plan for work in the right of way as well
as a routing plan for all vehicles used during construction. All traffic control signs must be reviewed
and approved by the City prior to commencement of work. The City has adopted Manual on
Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) standards for all signage and striping work throughout
the City.
51. STREET TREES
Street trees shall be planted within the Public Right of Way to the satisfaction of the City Engineer
and shall be of a type approved by the City in accordance with Ordinance No. 125.
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52. FIRE PROTECTION
Fire sprinklers shall be installed in any new construction to the approval of the City.
53 . SANTA CLARA COUNTY FIRE DEPARTMENT
A letter of clearance for the project shall be obtained from the Santa Clara County Fire Department
prior to issuance of building permits. Clearance should include written approval of the location of
any proposed Fire Backflow Preventers, Fire Department Connections and Fire Hydrants (typically
Backflow Preventers should be located on private property adjacent to the public right of way, and
fire department connections must be located within 100' of a Fire Hydrant).
54. FIRE HYDRANT
Fire hydrants shall be located as required by the City and Santa Clara County Fire Department as
needed.
55. CALIFORNIA WATER SERVICE COMPANY CLEARANCE
Provide California Water Service Company approval for water connection, service capability and
location and layout of water lines and backflow preventers before issuance of a building permit
approval.
56. DEDICATION OF WATERLINES
Developer shall dedicate to the City all waterlines and appurtenances installed to City Standards and
shall reach an agreement with California Water Services Company for water service to the subject
development.
57 . DEDICATION OF UNDERGROUND WATER RIGHTS
Developer shall "quit claim" to the City all rights to pump, take or otherwise extract water from the
underground basin or any underground strata in the Santa Clara Valley.
58. SANITARY DISTRICT
A letter of clearance for the project shall be obtained from the Cupertino Sanitary District prior to
issuance of building permits.
59 . UTILITY EASEMENTS
Clearance approvals from the agencies with easements on the property (including PG&E, AT&T, and
California Water Company, and/or equivalent agencies) will be required prior to issuance of building
permits.
SECTION V: CONDITIONS ADMINISTERED BY THE SANTA CLARA COUNTY FIRE DEPARTMENT
1. AERIAL FIRE APPARATUS ACCESS ROADS
1. Where required: Buildings or portions of buildings or facilities exceeding 30 feet (9144 mm) in
height above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access shall be provided with approved fire
apparatus access roads capable of accommodating fire department aerial apparatus. Overhead
utility and pow er lines shall not be located within the aerial fire apparatus access roadway. 2. Width:
Fire apparatus access roads shall have a minimum unobstructed w idth of 26 feet (7925) in the
immediate v icinity of any building or por tion of building more than 30 feet (9144 mm) in height. 3 .
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Proximity to building: At least one of the required access routes meeting this condition shall be
located within a minimum of 15 feet (4572) and a maximum of 30 feet (9144mm) from the building,
and shall be positioned parallel to one entire side of the building, as approved by the fire code
official. CFC Sec. 503 and SCCFD SD&S A-1
2. FIRE ENGINE ACCESS
1. Minimum clear width: The minimum clear width of fire department access roads shall be 20 feet.
Modifications to the design or width of a fire access road, or additional access road(s) may be
required when the fire code official determines that access to the site or a portion thereof may
become compromised due to emergency operations or nearby natural or manmade hazards (flood
prone areas, railway crossings, bridge failures, hazardous material-related incidents, etc.) 2. Access
and loading: Facilities, buildings or portions of buildings hereafter constructed shall be accessible to
fire department apparatus by way of an approved fire apparatus access road (including bridges and
culverts) with an asphalt, concrete or other approved driving surface capable of supporting the
imposed load of fire apparatus weighing at least 75,000 pounds (34050 kg) or as otherwise
determined by the fire code official. 3. Minimum clear height: Vertical clearance over required
vehicular access roads and driveways shall be 13'6". 4. Grade: Maximum grade shall not exceed 15%
(6.75 degrees). 5. Turn Radius (circulating): The minimum outside turning radius is 42 feet for
required access roadways. Greater radius up to 60 feet may be required where the Fire Department
determines that Ladder Truck access is required. Circulating refers to travel along a roadway
without dead ends. 6. Turning Radius (Cul-de-sacs): The minimum outside turning radius is 36 feet.
Use of cui-de-sacs is not acceptable where it is determined by the Fire Department that Ladder Truck
access is required, unless greater turning radius is provided . 7. Turnarounds: Turnarounds are
required for all dead end roadways with a length in excess of 150 feet. The turnaround details shown
in this document are intended to provide a general design concept only. Modifications or variations
of these designs may be approved by the Fire Department on a case-by-case basis. All turnaround
designs submitted for Fire Department review shall meet all previously stated requirements. These
details are applicable when a 36-foot minimum turning radius for dead ends is specified. These
details are not applicable where turning radius greater than 36 feet is specified or when a circulating
radius is specified. 8. Dead ends: Dead-end fire apparatus access roads in excess of 150 feet (45720
mm) shall be provided with width and turnaround provisions as determined by the fire code official.
9. Parking: When parking is permitted on streets, in both residential/commercial applications, it shall
conform to the following:
-parking is permitted on both sides of the street with street widths of 36 feet or more
-parking is permitted on one side of the street with street widths of 28-35 feet
-no parking is permitted when street widths are less than 28 feet
NOTE: Rolled curbs can be part of the curb I sidewalk and used to increase the roadway width with
approval from the fire code official. Additional requirements may apply for buildings 30 feet in
height or greater. See requirements under AERIAL FIRE APP ARTUS ACCESS ROADS. 10. Access to
a hydrant: Fire hydrants located on a public or private street, or on-site, shall have an unobstructed
clearance of not less than 30 feet (15 feet either side of hydrant), in accordance with California
vehicle code 22514 . Marking shall be per California vehicle code 22500.111. Traffic calming: Traffic
calming devices and the design thereof shall be approved by the fire department. CFC Sec. 503 and
SCCFD SD&S A-1
3. TIMING OF REQUIRED ROADWAY INST ALLA TIO NS
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Required access roads, up through first lift of asphalt, shall be installed and accepted by the Fire
Department prior to the start of combustible construction. During construction, emergency access
roads shall be maintained clear and unimpeded. Note that building permit issuance may be withheld
until installations are completed. Temporary access roads may be approved on a case by case basis.
CFC Sec. 501
4. PRIVATE ON-SITE FIRE HYDRANT(S) REQUIRED
(NOTE: Exact square footage of new residential buildings is not provided) Provide private on-site
fire hydrant(s) installed per NFPA Std. #24, at location(s) to be determined by the Fire Department.
Maximum hydrant spacing shall be 600 feet, with a minimum acceptable flow of TBD GPM at 20 psi
residual pressure. Prior to design, the project civil engineer shall meet with the fire department water
supply officer to jointly spot the required fire hydrant locations. CFC Sec. 507, and Appendix B, Table
B105.1 and Appendix C
5 . FIRE SPRINKLERS REQUIRED
Approved automatic sprinkler systems in new and existing buildings and structures shall be
provided in the locations described in this Section or in Sections 903.2.1 through 903.2.18 whichever
is the more restrictive. For the purposes of this section, firewalls used to separate building areas shall
be constructed in accordance with the California Building Code and shall be without openings or
penetrations. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all new buildings and
structures. Exception: Group A, B, E, F, I, L, M, S and U occupancy buildings and structures that do
not exceed 1,000 square feet of building area and that are not located in the Wildland-Urban Interface
Fire Area. NOTE: The owner(s), occupant(s) and any contractor(s) or subcontractor(s) are
responsible for consulting with the water purveyor of record in order to determine if any
modification or upgrade of the existing water service is required. NOTE: Covered porches, patios,
balconies, and attic spaces may require fire sprinkler coverage. A State of California licensed (C
-16) Fire Protection Contractor shall submit plans, calculations, a completed permit application and
appropriate fees to this department for review and approval prior to beginning their work. CFC Sec.
903.2 as adopted and amended by CUPMC
6. POTABLE WATER SUPPLIES
Potable water supplies shall be protected from contamination caused by fire protection water
supplies. It is the responsibility of the applicant and any contractors and subcontractor s to contact the
water purv eyor supplying the site of such project, and to comply with the requirements of that
purveyor. Such requirements shall be incorporated into the design of any water-based fire protection
systems, and/or fire suppression water supply systems or storage containers that may be physically
connected in any manner to an appliance capable of causing contamination of the potable water
supply of the purveyor of record. Final approval of the system(s) under consideration will not be
granted by this office until compliance with the requirements of the water purveyor of record are
documented by that purveyor as having been met by the applicant(s). 2007 CFC Sec. 903 .3.5 and
Health and Safety Code 13114.7
7. TIMING OF REbUIRED WATER SUPPLY INST ALLA TIO NS
Installations of required fire service(s) and fire hydrant(s) shall be tested and accepted by the Fire
Department, prior to the start of framing or delivery of bulk combustible materials. Building permit
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issuance may be withheld until required installations are completed, tested, and accepted. CFC Sec.
501
8. CONSTRUCTION SITE FIRE SAFETY
All construction sites must comply with applicable provisions of the CFC Chapter 14 and our
Standard Detail and Specification SI-7.
9. EMERGENCY ESCAPE AND RESCUE
Ground-ladder rescue from second and third floor rooms shall be made possible for fire department
operations. With the climbing angle of seventy five degrees maintained, an approximate walkway
width along either side of the building shall be no less than seven feet clear. Landscaping shall not
be allowed to interfere with the required access. CFC Sec. 1029
10. PREMISES IDENTIFICATION
Approved numbers or addresses shall be placed on all new and existing buildings in such a position
as to be plainly visib le and legible from the street or road fronting the property. Numbers shall
contrast with their background. CFC Sec. 505
SECTION VI: CONDITIONS ADMINISTERED BY THE CUPERTINO SANITARY DISTRICT
1. SANITARY SEWER AVAILABILITY
Sanitary sewer is currently available for the subject parcel.
2 . IMPROVEMENT PLANS
Improvement plans shall be submitted to the District for review and comments.
3. FEES AND PERMITS
Cupertino Sanitary District fees and permits will be required.
PASSED AND ADOPTED at a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Cupertino the 21 51 day
of June 2016, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Grace Schmidt
City Clerk
Members of the City Council:
Vaidhyanathan, Paul, Sinks, Wong
None
None
Chang
,J,.,PR~VED: .
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Savita Vaidhyanathan
Vice Mayor, City of Cupertino