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Program for the Addendum to the Program
Environmental Impact Report for the
Southwest Industrial Park Specific Plan
Update and Annexation
11700 Industry Avenue
Warehouse Project
APRIL 2023
Prepared for:
CITY OF FONTANA
Community Development Department, Planning Division
8353 Sierra Avenue
Fontana, California 92335
Contact: Irene Romero, Associate Planner
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Riverside, California 92501
Contact: Christine Fukasawa, Project Manager
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1 Introduction
Pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15164, an addendum to the Program
Environmental Impact Report for the Southwest Industrial Park Specific Plan Update and Annexation Project (State
Clearinghouse No. 2009091089) (herein referred to as the PEIR) was prepared for the 11700 Industry Avenue
Warehouse Project (project). Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15168(c)(3), when preparing an addendum to a
program environmental impact report (EIR) an agency shall incorporate feasible mitigation measures and
alternatives developed in the program EIR into later activities in the program. Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section
15168(c)(3), the addendum to the PEIR for the project incorporates the mitigation measures included in the PEIR.
CEQA requires that a public agency adopting an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) take affirmative steps to
determine that approved mitigation measures are implemented after project approval. The lead or responsible
agency must adopt a reporting and monitoring program for the mitigation measures incorporated into a project or
included as conditions of approval. The program must be designed to ensure compliance with the EIR during project
implementation (California Public Resources Code, Section 21081.6(a)(1)).
This Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP) will be used by the City of Fontana (City) to ensure
compliance with adopted mitigation measures identified in the addendum to the PEIR for the project when
construction begins. The City, as the lead agency, will be responsible for ensuring that all mitigation measures are
carried out.
The remainder of this MMRP consists of a table that identifies the mitigation measures by resource for each project
component. Table 1 identifies the mitigation monitoring and reporting requirements, list of mitigation measures,
parties responsible for implementing mitigation measures, timing for implementation of mitigation measures,
agency responsible for monitoring of implementation, and verification method. With the addendum to the PEIR and
related documents, this MMRP will be kept on file at the following location:
City of Fontana
Community Development Department, Planning Division
8353 Sierra Avenue
Fontana, California 92335
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Table 1. Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program Table
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Aesthetics
MM-4.1-3a For future development associated with the project
located in or immediately adjacent to residentially zoned property,
the following General Condition of Approval shall be imposed:
Construction documents shall include language that requires all
construction contractors to strictly control the staging of
construction equipment and the cleanliness of construction
equipment stored or driven beyond the limits of the construction
work area. Construction equipment shall be parked and staged
within the project site to the extent practical. Staging areas shall
be screened from view from residential properties with solid wood
fencing or green fence. Construction worker parking may be
located off-site with approval of the City; however, on-street
parking of construction worker vehicles on residential streets
shall be prohibited. Vehicles shall be kept clean and free of mud
and dust before leaving the project site. Surrounding streets shall
be swept daily and maintained free of dirt and debris.
Condition of plan
approval; during
construction
Project
developers/applicants
and construction
contractors
Plan approval; the City will ensure
that construction documents
contain the required language and
will monitor compliance with these
conditions.
Air Quality
MM-4.2-1a All construction equipment shall be maintained in
good operating condition so as to reduce emissions. The
construction contractor shall ensure that all construction
equipment is being properly serviced and maintained as per the
manufacturer’s specification. Maintenance records shall be
available at the construction site for City verification. The
following additional measures, as determined applicable by the
City Engineer, shall be included as conditions of the Grading
Permit issuance:
Prior to final plan
approval and
issuance of
grading permits;
during
construction
Project
developers/applicants
and construction
contractors
Equipment maintenance records
and equipment design specification
data sheets shall be kept on site
and available for review by the City
during construction.
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▪ Provide temporary traffic controls such as a flag person,
during all phases of construction to maintain smooth traffic
flow.
▪ Provide dedicated turn lanes for movement of construction
trucks and equipment on- and off-site.
▪ Reroute construction trucks away from congested streets or
sensitive receptor areas.
▪ Appoint a construction relations officer to act as a community
liaison concerning on-site construction activity including
resolution of issues related to PM10 generation.
▪ Improve traffic flow by signal synchronization, and ensure that
all vehicles and equipment will be properly tuned and
maintained according to manufacturers’ specifications.
▪ Require the use of 2010 and newer diesel haul trucks (e.g.,
material delivery trucks and soil import/export). If the lead
agency determines that 2010 model year or newer diesel
trucks cannot be obtained the lead agency shall use trucks
that meet EPA 2007 model year NOX and PM emissions
requirements.
▪ During project construction, all internal combustion
engines/construction equipment operating on the project site
shall meet EPA-Certified Tier 3 emissions standards, or higher
according to the following:
o January 1, 2012, to December 31, 2014: All off-road diesel-
powered construction equipment greater than 50 hp shall
meet Tier 3 offroad emissions standards. In addition, all
construction equipment shall be outfitted with BACT devices
certified by CARB. Any emissions control device used by the
contractor shall achieve emissions reductions that are no
less than what could be achieved by a Level 3 diesel
emissions control strategy for a similarly sized engine as
defined by CARB regulations.
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o Post-January 1, 2015: All off-road diesel-powered
construction equipment greater than 50 hp shall meet the
Tier 4 emission standards, where available. In addition, all
construction equipment shall be outfitted with BACT devices
certified by CARB. Any emissions control device used by the
contractor shall achieve emissions reductions that are no
less than what could be achieved by a Level 3 diesel
emissions control strategy for a similarly sized engine as
defined by CARB regulations.
o A copy of each unit’s certified tier specification, BACT
documentation, and CARB or SCAQMD operating permit
shall be provided at the time of mobilization of each
applicable unit of equipment.
MM-4.2-1b Prior to the issuance of any grading permits, all
applicants shall submit construction plans to the City of Fontana
denoting the proposed schedule and projected equipment use.
Construction contractors shall provide evidence that low emission
mobile construction equipment will be utilized, or that their use
was investigated and found to be infeasible for the project.
Contractors shall also conform to any construction measures
imposed by the SCAQMD as well as City Planning Staff.
Prior to final plan
approval and
issuance of
grading permits;
during
construction
Project
developers/applicants
and construction
contractors
The City will review construction
plans denoting the proposed
schedule and projected equipment
use.
MM-4.2-1c All paints and coatings shall meet or exceed
performance standards noted in SCAQMD Rule 1113.
Specifically, the following measures shall be implemented, as
feasible:
▪ Use coatings and solvents with a VOC content lower than that
required under AQMD Rule 1113.
▪ Construct or build with materials that do not require painting.
▪ Require the use of pre-painted construction materials.
Prior to final plan
approval; during
construction
Construction
contractors
The City will confirm that this
requirement appears in the
construction specifications.
MM-4.2-1d Projects that result in the construction of more than
19 single-family residential units, 40 multifamily residential units,
or 45,000 square feet of retail/commercial/industrial space shall
Prior to final plan
approval; during
construction
Construction
contractors
The City will confirm that this
requirement appears in the
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be required to apply paints either by hand or high volume, low
pressure (HVLP) spray. These measures may reduce volatile
organic compounds (VOC) associated with the application of
paints and coatings by an estimated 60 to 75 percent.
Alternatively, the contractor may specify the use of low volatility
paints and coatings. Several of currently available primers have
VOC contents of less than 0.85 pounds per gallon (e.g., Dulux
professional exterior primer 100 percent acrylic). Top coats can
be less than 0.07 pounds per gallon (8 grams per liter) (e.g.,
lifemaster 2000-series). This latter measure would reduce these
VOC emissions by more than 70 percent. Larger projects should
incorporate both the use of HVLP or hand application and the
requirement for low volatility coatings.
construction specifications and will
verify compliance.
MM-4.2-1e All asphalt shall meet or exceed performance
standards noted in SCAQMD Rule 1108.
Prior to final plan
approval; during
construction
Construction
contractors
The City will confirm that this
requirement appears in the
construction specifications, and will
verify compliance.
MM-4.2-1f Prior to the issuance of grading permits or approval of
grading plans for future development projects within the project
area, future developments shall include a dust control plan as
part of the construction contract standard specifications. The dust
control plan shall include measures to meet the requirements of
SCAQMD Rules 402 and 403. Such measures may include, but
are not limited to, the following:
▪ Phase and schedule activities to avoid high-ozone days and
first-stage smog alerts.
▪ Discontinue operation during second-stage smog alerts.
▪ All haul trucks shall be covered prior to leaving the site to
prevent dust from impacting the surrounding areas.
▪ Comply with AQMD Rule 403, particularly to minimize fugitive
dust and noise to surrounding areas.
Prior to issuance of
grading permits
and final plan
approval; during
construction
Project applicants;
construction
contractors
The City will confirm that this
requirement appears in the
construction specifications.
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▪ Moisten soil each day prior to commencing grading to depth
of soil cut.
▪ Water exposed surfaces at least twice a day under calm
conditions, and as often as needed on windy days or during
very dry weather in order to maintain a surface crust and
minimize the release of visible emissions from the
construction site.
▪ Treat any area that will be exposed for extended periods with
a soil conditioner to stabilize soil or temporarily plant with
vegetation.
▪ Wash mud-covered tires and undercarriages of trucks leaving
construction sites.
▪ Provide for street sweeping, as needed, on adjacent roadways
to remove dirt dropped by construction vehicles or mud,
which would otherwise be carried off by trucks departing
project sites.
▪ Securely cover all loads of fill coming to the site with a tight-
fitting tarp.
▪ Cease grading during periods when winds exceed 25 miles
per hour.
▪ Provide for permanent sealing of all graded areas, as
applicable, at the earliest practicable time after soil
disturbance.
▪ Use low-sulfur diesel fuel in all equipment.
▪ Use electric equipment whenever practicable.
▪ Shut off engines when not in use.
MM-4.2-2c All industrial and commercial facilities shall post signs
requiring that trucks shall not be left idling for prolonged periods
pursuant to Title 13 of the California Code of Regulations Section
2485, which limits idle times to not more than five minutes.
During
construction
Project
developers/applicants;
construction
contractors
Project approval; the City will verify
compliance; prior to the issuance of
Certificate of Occupancy.
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MM-4.2-2d The City shall require that both industrial and
commercial uses designate preferential parking for vanpools.
After construction Project developers The City of Fontana will verify
compliance; prior to the issuance of
Certificate of Occupancy.
MM-4.2-2e The proposed commercial and industrial areas shall
incorporate food service.
Project planning/
approval; after
construction
Project developers/
applicants
The City will verify compliance prior
to the issuance of Certificate of
Occupancy.
MM-4.2-2f All industrial and commercial site tenants with 50 or
more employees shall be required to post both bus and MetroLink
schedules inconspicuous areas.
After construction;
prior to operation
Industrial and
commercial site
tenants
The City will verify compliance.
MM-4.2-2g All industrial and commercial site tenants with 50 or
more employees shall be requested to configure their operating
schedules around the MetroLink schedule to the extent
reasonably feasible.
During project
entitlement
City of Fontana
Planning Division
Planning Division will make request
and verify compliance.
MM-4.2-2j All residential, commercial, and industrial structures
shall be required to incorporate light-colored roofing materials.
Plan check prior to
construction
Project developers The City will verify compliance at
plan check and prior to issuance of
Certificate of Occupancy.
MM-4.2-2k Prior to approval of future development projects
within the project area, the City of Fontana shall conduct a
project‐level environmental review to determine potential vehicle
emission impacts associated with the project(s). Mitigation
measures shall be developed for each project as it is considered
to mitigate potentially significant impacts to the extent feasible.
Potential mitigation measures may require that facilities with over
250 employees (full or part‐time employees at a worksite for a
consecutive six‐month period calculated as a monthly average),
as required by the Air Quality Management Plan, implement
Transportation Demand Management (TDM) programs.
Prior to project
approval
The City of Fontana
Planning Division
The City will conduct project-level
environmental review prior to
approval of future developments.
MM-4.2-2l New warehouse facilities or distribution centers that
generate a minimum of 100 truck trips per day, or 40 truck trips
with transport refrigeration units (TRUs) per day, or TRU
operations exceeding 300 200 hours per week shall not be
located closer than 1,000 feet from any existing or proposed
Prior to project
approval
The City of Fontana
Planning Division and
Community
Development
Department
The City Planning Division will verify
that project plans comply with this
requirement.
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sensitive land use such as residential, a hospital, medical offices,
day care facilities, and/or fire stations (pursuant to the
recommendations set forth in the CARB Air Quality and Land Use
Handbook), unless the increase in health risk for such sensitive
receptors due to an individual project is shown to be less than the
South Coast Air Quality Management District’s thresholds of
significance (Maximum Incremental Cancer Risk ≥ 10 in 1 million;
Cancer Burden > 0.5 excess cancer cases [in areas ≥ 1 in 1
million]; and Chronic & Acute Hazard Index ≥ 1.0 [project
increment]). With regard to expansions/modifications of existing
warehouse facilities or distribution centers, this mitigation
measure shall be applied to the resulting incremental net
increase in truck trips or TRU operations, and any resulting net
increase in health risk impacts, as compared to those existing at
the time an expansion/modification project is proposed.
Biological Resources
MM-4.3-1a The City of Fontana Planning Division shall require
that all future project applicants prepare a Biological Assessment
prior to the issuance of grading permits. The Biological
Assessment shall include a vegetation map of the project area,
analysis of the impacts associated with plant and animal species
and habitats, and conduct habitat evaluations for burrowing owl,
Delhi Sands flower-loving fly, San Diego pocket mouse, western
mastiff bat, western yellow bat, and San Diego desert woodrat. If
any of these species are determined to be present, then
coordination with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and/or
California Department of Fish and Game shall be conducted to
determine what, if any, permits or clearances are required prior to
development.
Prior to project
approval and the
issuance of
grading permits
The City of Fontana
Planning Division
The City of Fontana Planning
Division will verify compliance and
coordinate with DFG and USFWS.
MM-4.3-1b Any future land disturbance for site-specific
developments within the project site shall be conducted outside
of the State-identified bird nesting season (February 15 through
September 1). If construction during the nesting season must
Before and during
construction
Construction
contractors; site
supervisors
The City will examine project
contracts for these requirements
and monitor for compliance.
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occur, the site shall be evaluated by a City-approved biologist
prior to ground disturbance to determine if nesting birds exist on-
site. If any nests are discovered, the biologist shall delineate an
appropriate buffer zone around the nest, depending on the
species and type of construction activity. Only construction
activities approved by the biologist shall take place within the
buffer zone until the nest is vacated.
Cultural Resources and Tribal Cultural Resources
MM-4.4-1a A qualified archaeologist shall perform the following
tasks, prior to construction activities within project boundaries:
▪ Subsequent to a preliminary City review, if evidence suggests
the potential for historic resources, a field survey for historical
resources within portions of the project site not previously
surveyed for cultural resources shall be conducted.
▪ Subsequent to a preliminary City review, if evidence suggests
the potential for historic resources, the San Bernardino
County Archives shall be contacted for information on
historical property records.
▪ Subsequent to a preliminary City review, if evidence suggests
the potential for sacred land resources, the Native American
Heritage Commission shall be contacted for information
regarding sacred lands.
▪ All historical resources within the project site, including
archaeological and historic resources older than 50 years,
shall be inventoried using appropriate State record forms and
guidelines followed according to the California Office of
Historic Preservation’s handbook “Instructions for Recording
Historical Resources.” The archaeologist shall then submit
two (2) copies of the completed forms to the San Bernardino
County Archaeological Information Center for the assignment
of trinomials.
Prior to
construction
activities within the
project
boundaries, ideally
during entitlement
process
The City of Fontana
Planning Division;
project developers/
applicants
City of Fontana Planning Division
will review and approve report
regarding historical and Native
American resources onsite, ensure
required next steps are taken, as
appropriate.
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▪ The significance and integrity of all historical resources within
the project site shall be evaluated, using criteria established
in the CEQA Guidelines for important archaeological
resources and/or 36 CFR 60.4 for eligibility for listing on the
National Register of Historic Places.
▪ Mitigation measures shall be proposed and conditions of
approval (if a local government action) recommended to
eliminate adverse project effects on significant, important,
and unique historical resources, following appropriate CEQA
and/or National Historic Preservation Act’s Section 106
guidelines.
▪ A technical resources management report shall be prepared,
documenting the inventory, evaluation, and proposed
mitigation of resources within the project site, following
guidelines for Archaeological Resource Management Reports
prepared by the California Office of Historic Preservation,
Preservation Planning Bulletin 4(a), December 1989. One
copy of the completed report, with original illustrations, shall
be submitted to the San Bernardino County Archaeological
Information Center for permanent archiving.
MM-4.4-1b If any historical resources and/or human resources
are encountered before or during grading, the developer shall
retain a qualified archaeologist to monitor construction activities
and to take appropriate measures to protect or preserve them for
study.
Before/during
grading
Project developer The City will verify project
specifications include requirement
to halt work until a monitor is
present; City shall also monitor
protection/preservation measures
are implemented for discovered
resources.
MM-4.4-2a A qualified archaeologist shall perform the following
tasks, prior to construction activities within project boundaries:
During entitlement
process
The City of Fontana
Planning Division;
project developers/
applicants
City of Fontana Planning Division
will review and approve report
regarding archaeological resources
onsite, ensure required next steps
are taken, as appropriate.
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▪ Subsequent to a preliminary City review, if evidence suggests
the potential for prehistoric resources, a field survey for
prehistoric resources within portions of the project site not
previously surveyed for cultural resources shall be conducted.
▪ Subsequent to a preliminary City review, if evidence suggests
the potential for sacred land resources, the Native American
Heritage Commission shall be contacted for information
regarding sacred lands.
▪ All prehistoric resources shall be inventoried using
appropriate State record forms and two (2) copies of the
completed forms shall be submitted to the San Bernardino
County Archaeological Information Center.
▪ The significance and integrity of all prehistoric resources
within the project site shall be evaluated using criteria
established in the CEQA Guidelines for important
archaeological resources.
▪ If human remains are encountered on the project site, the
San Bernardino County Coroner’s Office shall be contacted
within 24 hours of the find, and all work shall be halted until a
clearance is given by that office and any other involved
agencies.
▪ All resources and data collected within the project site shall
be permanently curated at an appropriate repository within
San Bernardino County.
MM-4.4-2b If any prehistoric archaeological resources are
encountered before or during grading, the developer shall retain a
qualified archaeologist to monitor construction activities and to
take appropriate measures to protect or preserve them for study.
With the assistance of the archaeologist, the City of Fontana
shall:
Before/during
grading
Project developer;
qualified archaeologist;
the City of Fontana
The City will verify project
specifications include requirement
to halt work until a monitor is
present; City shall also monitor to
ensure protection/preservation
measures are implemented for
discovered resources by requiring
periodic reports from the developer
for review and approval.
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▪ Enact interim measures to protect undesignated sites from
demolition or significant modification without an opportunity
for the City to establish its archaeological value.
▪ Consider establishing provisions to require incorporation of
archaeological sites within new developments, using their
special qualities at a theme or focal point.
▪ Pursue educating the public about the area’s archaeological
heritage.
▪ Propose mitigation measures and recommend conditions of
approval (if a local government action) to eliminate adverse
project effects on significant, important, and unique
prehistoric resources, following appropriate CEQA guidelines.
▪ Prepare a technical resources management report,
documenting the inventory, evaluation, and proposed
mitigation of resources within the project area. Submit one
copy of the completed report, with original illustrations, to the
San Bernardino County Archaeological Information Center for
permanent archiving.
MM-4.4-2c Where consistent with applicable local, State and
federal law and deemed appropriate by the City, future site-
specific development projects shall consider the following
requests by the Soboba Band of Luiseño Indians and Morongo
Band of Mission Indians:
In the event Native American cultural resources are discovered
during construction for future development, all work in the
immediate vicinity of the find shall cease and a qualified
archaeologist meeting Secretary of Interior standards shall be
hired to assess the find. Work on the overall project may continue
during this period;
During entitlement
process
City of Fontana
Planning Division
The City of Fontana Planning
Division will verify that it has
considered whether the proposed
measures are appropriate for
individual projects on a case-by-
case basis, as well as whether tribal
consultation is appropriate.
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▪ Initiate consultation between the appropriate Native
American tribal entity (as determined by a qualified
archaeologist meeting Secretary of Interior standards) and
the City/project applicant;
▪ Transfer cultural resources investigations to the appropriate
Native American entity (as determined by a qualified
archaeologist meeting Secretary of Interior standards) as
soon as possible;
▪ Utilize a Native American Monitor from the appropriate Native
American entity (as determined by a qualified archaeologist
meeting Secretary of Interior standards) where deemed
appropriate or required by the City, during initial ground
disturbing activities, cultural resource surveys, and/or cultural
resource excavations.
Energy and Greenhouse Gas Emissions
MM-4.2-5a Prior to the issuance of building permits, future
development projects shall demonstrate the incorporation of
project design features that achieve a minimum of 28.5 percent
reduction in GHG emissions from non-mobile sources as
compared to business as usual conditions. With regard to
expansions/modifications of existing facilities, this mitigation
measure shall be applied to the resulting incremental net
increase in enclosed floor area. Future project shall include but
not be limited to, the following list of potential design features
(which include measures for reducing GHG emissions related to
Transportation and Motor Vehicles).
Energy Efficiency
▪ Design buildings to be energy efficient and exceed Title 24
requirements by at least 5 percent.
▪ Install efficient lighting and lighting control systems. Site and
design building to take advantage of daylight.
Prior to project
approval
Project
developers/applicants,
architects and
construction
contractors
The City of Fontana Planning
Division will review project plans for
compliance and the City will verify
compliance after construction, prior
to issuance of Certificate of
Occupancy.
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▪ Use trees, landscaping and sunscreens on west and south
exterior building walls to reduce energy use.
▪ Install light-colored “cool” roofs and cool pavements.
▪ Provide information on energy management services for large
energy users.
▪ Install energy efficient heating and cooling systems,
appliances and equipment, and control systems (e.g.,
minimum of Energy Star rated equipment).
▪ Implement design features to increase the efficiency of the
building envelope (i.e., the barrier between conditioned and
unconditioned spaces).
▪ Install light emitting diodes (LEDs) for traffic, street, and other
outdoor lighting.
▪ Limit the hours of operation of outdoor lighting.
Renewable Energy
▪ Ensure buildings are designed to have “solar ready” roofs.
▪ Use combined heat and power in appropriate applications.
Water Conservation and Efficiency
▪ Create water-efficient landscapes with a preference for a
xeriscape landscape palette.
▪ Install water-efficient irrigation systems and devices, such as
soil moisture-based irrigation controls.
▪ Design buildings to be water-efficient. Install water-efficient
fixtures and appliances (e.g., EPA WaterSense labeled
products).
▪ Restrict watering methods (e.g., prohibit systems that apply
water to non-vegetated surfaces) and control runoff.
▪ Restrict the use of water for cleaning outdoor surfaces and
vehicles.
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▪ Implement low-impact development practices that maintain
the existing hydrologic character of the site to manage storm
water and protect the environment. (Retaining storm water
runoff on-site can drastically reduce the need for energy-
intensive imported water at the site).
▪ Devise a comprehensive water conservation strategy
appropriate for the project and location. The strategy may
include many of the specific items listed above, plus other
innovative measures that are appropriate to the specific
project.
▪ Provide education about water conservation and available
programs and incentives.
Solid Waste Measures
▪ Reuse and recycle construction and demolition waste
(including, but not limited to, soil, vegetation, concrete,
lumber, metal, and cardboard).
▪ Provide interior and exterior storage areas for recyclables and
green waste and adequate recycling containers located in
public areas.
▪ Provide education and publicity about reducing waste and
available recycling services.
Transportation and Motor Vehicles
▪ Limit idling time for commercial vehicles, including delivery
and construction vehicles.
▪ Promote ride sharing programs (e.g., by designating a certain
percentage of parking spaces for ride-sharing vehicles,
designating adequate passenger loading and unloading and
waiting areas for ride-sharing vehicles, and providing a web
site or message board for coordinating rides).
▪ Create local “light vehicle” networks, such as neighborhood
electric vehicle (NEV) systems.
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▪ Provide the necessary facilities and infrastructure to
encourage the use of low or zero-emission vehicles (e.g.,
electric vehicle charging facilities and conveniently located
alternative fueling stations).
▪ Promote “least polluting” ways to connect people and goods
to their destinations.
▪ Incorporate bicycle lanes and routes into street systems, new
subdivisions, and large developments.
▪ Incorporate bicycle-friendly intersections into street design.
▪ For commercial projects, provide adequate bicycle parking
near building entrances to promote cyclist safety, security,
and convenience. For large employers, provide facilities that
encourage bicycle commuting (e.g., locked bicycle storage or
covered or indoor bicycle parking).
▪ Create bicycle lanes and walking paths directed to the
location of schools, parks and other destination points.
Geology and Soils
MM-4.4-3a A qualified paleontologist shall conduct a pre-
construction field survey of any project site within the Specific
Plan Update area that is underlain by older alluvium. The
paleontologist shall submit a report of findings that provides
specific recommendations regarding further mitigation measures
(i.e., paleontological monitoring) that may be appropriate.
During entitlement
process
Project
developer/applicant
The City of Fontana Planning
Division shall verify that field survey
has been conducted and that
recommended mitigation measures
are incorporated into project.
MM-4.4-3b Should mitigation monitoring be recommended for a
specific project within the project site, the program shall include,
but not be limited to, the following measures:
▪ Assign a paleontological monitor, trained and equipped to
allow the rapid removal of fossils with minimal construction
delay, to the site full-time during the interval of earth-
disturbing activities.
During entitlement
process
Project
developer/applicant
The City of Fontana Planning
Division shall verify that monitoring
is part of the project and require
periodic reports should resources
be discovered.
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▪ Should fossils be found within an area being cleared or
graded, earth-disturbing activities shall be diverted elsewhere
until the monitor has completed salvage. If construction
personnel make the discovery, the grading contractor shall
immediately divert construction and notify the monitor of the
find.
▪ All recovered fossils shall be prepared, identified, and curated
for documentation in the summary report and transferred to
an appropriate depository (i.e., San Bernardino County
Museum).
▪ A summary report shall be submitted to City of Fontana.
Collected specimens shall be transferred with copy of report
to San Bernardino County Museum.
Hazards and Hazardous Materials
MM-4.5-1a The City shall require that new proposed facilities
involved in the production, use, storage, transport or disposal of
hazardous materials be located a safe distance from land uses
that may be adversely impacted by such activities. Conversely,
new sensitive facilities, such as schools, child-care centers, and
senior centers, shall not to be located near existing sites that use,
store, or generate hazardous materials.
During entitlement
process
The City of Fontana
Planning Division
The City of Fontana Planning
Division will verify that applications
comply with these requirements.
MM-4.5-1c The City shall require all businesses that handle
hazardous materials above the reportable quantity to submit an
inventory of the hazardous materials that they manage to the San
Bernardino County Fire Department – Hazardous Materials
Division in coordination with the Fontana Fire Protection District.
During entitlement
process
The City of Fontana
Planning Division
The City of Fontana Planning
Division will verify that applications
comply with these requirements.
MM-4.5-1d The City shall identify roadways along with hazardous
materials are routinely transported. If essential facilities, such as
schools, hospitals, childcare centers or other facilities with special
evacuation needs are located along these routes, identify
emergency response plans that these facilities can implement in
During entitlement
process
The City of Fontana
Planning Division
The City of Fontana Planning
Division will verify that applications
comply with these requirements.
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the event of an unauthorized release of hazardous materials in
their area.
MM-4.5-2a A Phase I Environmental Site Assessment shall be
prepared in accordance with American Society of Testing and
Materials Standards and Standards and Practices for All
Appropriate Inquiries prior to issuance of a Grading Permit for
future development within the project site. The Phase I
Environmental Site Assessment shall investigate the potential for
site contamination, and will identify Specific Recognized
Environmental Conditions (i.e., asbestos containing materials,
lead-based paints, polychlorinated biphenyls, etc.) that may
require remedial activities prior to land acquisition or
construction.
Prior to final plan
approval and
issuance of
grading permits
Project
developer/applicant
The City of Fontana Planning
Division will review and approve the
Phase I ESA and any resulting work
plans.
MM-4.5-2b Prior to potential remedial excavation and grading
activities within the site (if remediation is required), impacted
areas shall be cleared of all maintenance equipment and
materials (e.g., solvents, grease, waste oil), construction
materials, miscellaneous stockpiled debris (e.g., scrap metal,
pallets, storage bins, construction parts), above ground storage
tanks, surface trash, piping, excess vegetation and other
deleterious materials. These materials shall be removed off-site
and properly disposed of at an approved disposal facility. Once
removed, a visual inspection of the areas beneath the removed
materials shall be performed.
Any stained soils observed underneath the removed materials
shall be sampled. In the event concentrations of materials are
detected above regulatory cleanup levels during demolition or
construction activities, the project applicant shall comply with the
following measures in accordance with Federal, State, and local
requirements:
▪ Excavation and disposal at a permitted, off-site facility;
▪ On-site remediation, if necessary; or
Prior to remedial
excavation and
grading activities
Project
developer/applicant
The City of Fontana Planning
Division will require for review and
approval a report detailing the work
plan for the site as well as evidence
that federal, state, and local
requirements have been fulfilled.
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▪ Other measures as deemed appropriate by the County.
MM-4.5-2c Prior to the issuance of a grading or building permit, a
Certified Environmental Professional shall confirm the presence
or absence of ACMs and LBPs prior to structural
demolition/renovation activities. Should ACMs or LBPs be
present, demolition materials containing ACMs and/or LBPs shall
be removed and disposed of at an appropriate permitted facility.
Prior to the
issuance of a
grading or building
permit
Project
applicant/developer
The City of Fontana will review and
approve a report submitted by the
Certified Environmental
Professional regarding his
conclusions and any required
remedial actions.
MM-4.5-2d In the event any electrical transformers require
relocation as a result of future development associated with the
project, the relocation shall be conducted under the purview of
the local electricity purveyor to identify property-handling
procedures regarding potential polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs).
Prior to the
issuance of a
grading or building
permit
Project
applicant/developer
The City of Fontana will coordinate
with the local electricity purveyor to
identify property-handling
procedures regarding PCBs.
MM-4.5-2e Due to the railroad alignment within project
boundaries, any construction in which the soil around the railroad
is to be disturbed shall be conducted under the purview of the
Fontana Fire Protection District to identify proper handling
procedures. Once the soil around the railroad has been removed,
a visual inspection of the areas beneath and around the removed
area shall be performed. Any stained soils observed underneath
the areas shall be sampled. Results of the sampling (if necessary)
shall indicate the level of remediation efforts that may be
required (if necessary).
Prior to the
issuance of a
grading or building
permit
Project
applicant/developer
The City of Fontana will coordinate
with the FFD to identify proper
handling procedures and the
Certified Environmental
Professional shall review any
sampling plans.
MM-4.5-6a Prior to the issuance of grading permits, future
developers shall prepare a Traffic Control Plan for implementation
during the construction phase. The Plan may include the following
provisions, among others:
▪ At least one unobstructed lane shall be maintained in both
directions on surrounding roadways.
▪ At any time only a single lane is available, the developer shall
provide a temporary traffic signal, signal carriers (i.e.,
flagpersons), or other appropriate traffic controls to allow
travel in both directions.
Prior to the
issuance of
grading permits
Project
applicant/developer
The City of Fontana Building and
Safety Department will verify the
preparation of a Traffic Control Plan
and require its implementation as
part of construction permits.
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▪ If construction activities require the complete closure of a
roadway segment, the developer shall provide appropriate
signage indicating detours/alternative routes.
MM-4.5-6b Prior to construction, the City of Fontana Engineering
Department shall consult with the City of Fontana Police
Department to disclose temporary closures and alternative travel
routes, in order to ensure adequate access for emergency
vehicles when construction of future projects would result in
temporary land or roadway closures.
Prior to
construction
Project
developer/applicant
The City of Fontana Engineering
Department will consult with the
City of Fontana Police Department
to validate closure and alternative
travel routes.
Noise
MM-4.7-1a The following measures shall be implemented when
construction is to be conducted within 500 feet of any sensitive
structures or has the potential to disrupt classroom activities or
religious functions.
▪ The City shall restrict noise intensive construction activities to
the days and hours specified under Section 18-63 of the City
of Fontana Municipal Code. These days and hours shall also
apply any servicing of equipment and to the delivery of
materials to or from the site.
▪ All construction equipment shall be equipped with mufflers
and sound control devices (e.g., intake silencers and noise
shrouds) no less effective than those provided on the original
equipment and no equipment shall have an un-muffled
exhaust.
▪ The City shall require that the contractor maintain and tune-
up all construction equipment to minimize noise emissions.
▪ Stationary equipment shall be placed so as to maintain the
greatest possible distance to the sensitive use structures.
▪ All equipment servicing shall be performed so as to maintain
the greatest possible distance to the sensitive use structures.
Prior to
construction
Project
developer/applicant
The City of Fontana Safety
Department will verify that these
requirements are included in
construction specifications
submitted to the City.
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▪ If construction noise does prove to be detrimental to the
learning environment, the City shall allow for a temporary
waiver thereby allowing construction on Weekends and/or
holidays in those areas where this construction is to be
performed in excess of 500 feet from any residential
structures.
▪ The construction contractor shall provide an on-site name
and telephone number of a contact person. Construction
hours, allowable workdays, and the phone number of the job
superintendent shall be clearly posted at all construction
entrances to allow for surrounding owners and residents to
contact the job superintendent. If the City or the job
superintendent receives a complaint, the superintendent
shall investigate, take appropriate corrective action, and
report the action taken to the reporting party. In the event
that construction noise is intrusive to an educational process,
the construction liaison will revise the construction schedule
to preserve the learning environment.
MM-4.7-1b Should potential future development facilitated by the
project require off-site import/export of fill material during
construction, trucks shall utilize a route that is least disruptive to
sensitive receptors, preferably major roadways (Interstate 10,
Interstate 15, SR-66, Sierra Avenue, Beech Avenue, Jurupa
Avenue, and Slover Avenue). Construction trucks should, to the
extent practical, avoid the weekday and Saturday a.m. and p.m.
peak hours (7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.).
During
construction
Project
applicant/developer
The City of Fontana Building and
Safety Department will verify that
these requirements are included in
construction specifications
submitted to the City.
MM-4.7-2a No new industrial facilities shall be constructed within
160 feet of any existing sensitive land use property line without
the preparation of a dedicated noise analysis. This analysis shall
document the nature of the industrial facility as well as “noise
producing” operations associated with that facility. Furthermore,
the analysis shall document the placement of any existing or
proposed noise-sensitive land uses situated within the 160-foot
During entitlement
process
Project
applicant/developer
The City of Fontana Planning
Division will review and approve the
required noise analysis and shall
require the implementation of all
recommended noise reduction
measures deemed necessary in its
judgement.
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distance. The analysis shall determine the potential noise levels
that could be received at these sensitive land uses and specify
very specific measures to be employed by the industrial facility to
ensure that these levels do not exceed those City noise
requirements of 65 dBA CNEL. Such measures could include, but
are not limited to, the use of enclosures for noisy pieces of
equipment, the use of noise walls and/or berms for exterior
equipment and/or on-site truck operations, and/or restrictions on
hours of operations. No development permits or approval of land
use applications shall be issued until the noted acoustic analysis
is received and approved by the City Staff.
Public Services
MM-4.8-3d The City shall continue to withhold building permits
until verification that applicable school fees have been collected
by the appropriate school district.
Ongoing The City of Fontana The City will coordinate with the
local school district to obtain
funding.
Transportation
MM-4.9-1mm Prior to issuance of a grading permit, applicants for
future development associated with the project shall prepare site-
specific traffic studies, to the satisfaction of the City’s Engineering
Department. As determined by these subsequent traffic studies,
traffic improvements identified as mitigation measures in this
Program EIR shall be implemented as a condition of the approved
future development project, either through direct construction by
the project applicant and/or through development impact fees.
Prior to issuance of
a grading permit
Project
developer/applicants
The City of Fontana Engineering
Department will ensure that traffic
studies are conducted, and
mitigation measures implemented.
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