MUP 2024-0008 Daycare - Desert Preschool Academy 50905 Bermudas (Avenida) (04.17.2025)
April 17, 2025
Desert Preschool Academy
77570 Springfield Lane Suite N
Palm Desert, CA 92201
SUBJECT: MINOR USE PERMIT 2024-0008
DESERT PRESCHOOL ACADEMY: 50905 AVENIDA BERMUDAS
APN: 773-370-003
Dear Margie Sanchez:
The Design and Development Department has reviewed and approved your request for day care
and preschool facility at 50905 Avenida Bermudas, subject to Section 9.100.240 of the La Quinta
Municipal Code, based on the following findings:
1. Consistency with General Plan. The proposed use, a childcare and preschool provider,
is consistent with the General Plan designation of Village Commercial (VC) which allows
for specialized retail, professional offices, and services. A day care is consistent with this
designation as it provides essential childcare services for nearby residents and
employees of businesses located within La Quinta Village.
2. Consistency with Zoning Code. The proposed use is consistent with the Village
Commercial (VC) zoning designation of this area in that it is a permitted use that provides
an essential day-to-day neighborhood service.
3. Compliance with CEQA. The Minor Use Permit is exempt from the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) per Section 15301 (a) as it involves the minor
alteration of an existing structure with interior modifications.
4. Surrounding Uses. Approval of the application will not create conditions materially
detrimental to the public health, safety and general welfare or injurious to or incompatible
with other properties or land uses in the vicinity. The proposed use is consistent with other
nearby uses, including elementary school, general retail, commercial office and hotel
uses.
The approval is subject to the information and exhibit on file and the following conditions of
approval:
1. All license(s) from the appropriate agency/agencies, including the State of California
Health and human Services Agency, shall be obtained prior to operation of the daycare .
2. Outdoor activities shall be limited to the hours between 8:30 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.
3. A sign permit is required prior to the installation of any sign. A comprehensive Sign
Program will be also required if the cumulative total of all signage exceeds three (3) signs.
All signage shall comply with the Chapter 9.160 of the La Quinta Municipal Code (Signs)
4. All outdoor lighting shall comply with the La Quinta Municipal Code Section 9.100.150
Outdoor Lighting.
5. Changes to the exterior may require additional Building permit approval and approval of
a Modification by Applicant (MBA).
6. Operations shall be consistent with statement of operations and floor plan on file.
7. Facility is a commercial modular building that has been transported to the site and
installed onto a permanent foundation. The State’s Department of Housing and
Community Development is the authority having jurisdiction for any alteration of the
building or its change in use. Attached is an informational bulletin from HCD and below is
their contact information.
Prior to acceptance from the Building Division for the Issuance of the City Business
License, a Special Inspection Permit will be required to verify the facility has received
proper approvals and no other alterations to the facility have been performed tha t would
require permitting.
If any site improvements or modifications to the site-built construction are required to
demonstrate access compliance the City of La Quinta would be the authority for that
portion of the scope of work.
DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DIVISION OF CODES AND STANDARDS
2020 W. El Camino Avenue, Suite 200, Sacramento, CA 95833
P. O. Box 31, Sacramento, CA 95812-0031
(916) 445-3338
www.hcd.ca.gov
8. The Fire Department Conditions of Approval are attached. All Fire Department
Conditions shall apply.
The City may elect to add conditions of approval to this application request to mitigate any
problems that arise not previously addressed herein. If you have any questions regarding the
content of this letter, please contact me at (760) 777 -7069 or snespor@laquintaca.gov .
Sincerely,
Scott Nespor
Senior Planner
cc: Danny Castro, Design and Development Department Director
Attachments
CAL FIRE - RIVERSIDE UNIT
RIVERSIDE COUNTY FIRE DEPARTMENT �Cv
BILL WEISER -- FIRE CHIEF
OFFICE OF THE FIRE MARSHAL — LA QUINTA
78495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, CA 92253 • Phone (760) 777-7078
• www.rvcfire.org
December 2, 2024
Margie Sanchez, Desert Preschool Academy
Re: Minor Use Permit for Desert Preschool Academy
MUP2024-0008 / 50905 Avenida Bermudas
The application for the above referenced permit was reviewed by the Fire Department. The following
conditions shall apply.
1) This project will require a new license from the California State Department of Social Services,
Division of Community Care Licensing. A final fire clearance inspection is required from the La
Quinta Office of the Fire Marshal.
2) The La Quinta Office of the Fire Marshal shall review building plans for any remodel of the existing
building or any proposed change of use or occupancy classification.
3) With respect to evaluating the occupancy classification, this project is subject to the regulations for
use and occupancy specified under the 2019 edition of Title 24, Part 2 of California Building Code,
Chapter 3, as it existed on December 31, 2022. This project will not be subject to the regulations for
use and occupancy specified under the 2022 edition of Title 24 Part 2 California Building Code,
Chapter 3 and it will not be subject to the regulations specified under the 2022 edition of Title 24 Part
9 California Fire Code, Chapter 2. Reference the Cal Fire — Office of the State Fire Marshal
Information Bulletin 24-012.
4) For the proper evaluation and determination of the occupancy classification, a Statement of
Operations and a floor plan shall be provided with specific information related to the number of hours
per day services are provided, the number of clients under 2 years of age, the number of clients 2
years of age or older, the number of clients of any age that require custodial care or clients who are
not capable of responding to an emergency situation without physical assistance from staff, the
locations of the rooms in which the children under 2 years of age are cared for and if these rooms
have direct exits to the exterior.
5) Final conditions of approval will be provided after the Office of the Fire Marshal reviews a building
plan, a revised floor plan and an updated Statement of Operations. Upon receipt of a request from a
prospective licensee of a child care center, the La Quinta Office of the Fire Marshal will conduct a
pre -inspection of the facility, prior to the final fire clearance approval. At the time of the pre -
inspection, the La Quinta Office of the Fire Marshal will provide consultation and interpretation of
fire safety regulations, and we will notify the prospective licensee in writing of the specific fire safety
regulations that shall be enforced in order to obtain fire clearance approval.
All questions regarding the meaning of these requirements should be referred to the Office of the Fire
Marshal staff at (760)777-7078 or email: FireBusinessMail(ae,laquintaca.gov.
Chris Cox — Supervising Fire Marshal
CAL FIRE - OFFICE OF THE STATE FIRE MARSHAL
Information Bulletin 24-012
`-� Updated
Originally Issued: October 15, 2024
Child Care Centers - Occupancy Classification and Use
Updated October 31, 2024:
The Health and Safety Code (HSC) Section 13235 requires a fire clearance pre -inspection to be
conducted by the local enforcing agency. However, the reference to this agency is incorrectly
mentioned as Section 13244. The correct references should be HSC 13145 and 13146.
Assembly Bill (AB) 176 (Education Finance: Education Omnibus Trailer Bill) was signed into law
on September 30, 2024. The amendments to Health and Safety Code (HSC) Sections 1596.809
(Administration of Child Day Care Licensing) and HSC 13235 (Fire Safety Inspections of Care
Facilities) shall be effective immediately. They shall remain operative until January 1, 2027, or
until the Office of the State Fire Marshal adopts new regulations pertaining to occupancy
standards for day care centers (HSC 1596.76).
CAL FIRE —The Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) provides this Information Bulletin to
notify stakeholders of law changes impacting new and existing licensed Child Care Centers.
AB 176 only applies to licensed daycare centers, not licensed family Child Care Homes.
For the purposes discussed in this Information Bulletin, "Day Care" and "Child Care" centers
can be considered equivalent.
New license applicants seeking a fire clearance (Fire Safety Inspection) to operate a Child Care
Center and existing licensees seeking an updated fire safety inspection due to operational
changes (such as increased capacity, change in ownership, or name change) will not be
subject to the regulations for use and occupancy specified under the 2022 edition of Title 24
Part 2 California Building Code, Chapter 3 which went into effect on January 1, 2023.
This change in occupancy classification is retroactive; any fire safety inspection on or after
January 1, 2023, is subject to the regulations for use and occupancy specified under the
2019 edition of Title 24, Part 2 of California Building Code, Chapter 3, as they existed on
December 31, 2022.
2022 Title 24, Part 9, California Fire Code, Chapter 2 shall not be considered when evaluating
the occupancy classification for Child Care Centers.
Updated: October 31, 2024
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CAL FIRE - OFFICE OF THE STATE FIRE MARSHAL
Information Bulletin 24-012
`-� Updated
2019 California Building Code (CBC) — Chapter 3
305.2 Group E, day care facilities: This group includes buildings and structures or portions
occupied by more than six children 2 years of age and older who receive educational,
supervision, or personal care services for fewer than 24 hours per day. (2019 CBC 305.2)
Exception [SFM]: A Day-care facility not otherwise classified as a Group R-3
occupancy, where occupants are not capable of responding to an emergency without
physical assistance from the staff, shall be classified as Group 1-4. (2019 CBC 305.2)
305.2.1 Within places of religious worship. Rooms and spaces within places of
religious worship providing such day care during religious functions shall be classified
as part of the primary occupancy where not licensed for day-care purposes by the
Department of Social Services. (2019 CBC 305.2.1)
305.2.2 Five or Fewer children. A facility having five or fewer children receiving such
day care shall be classified as part of the primary occupancy.
308.5 Group 1-4, day care facilities: Institutional Group 1-4 occupancy shall include buildings
and structures occupied by more than six clients of any age who receive custodial care for
fewer than 24 hours per day by persons other than parents or guardians, relatives by blood,
marriage or adoption, and in a place other than the home of the clients cared for. This group
shall include, but not limited to, the following: (2019 CBC 308.5)
Adult day care
Child day care
308.5.1 Classification as Group E. A child day care facility that provides care for more
than six but not more than 100 children under 2 years of age, where the rooms in
which the children are cared for are located on a level of exit discharge serving such
rooms and each of these child care rooms has an exit door directly to the exterior,
shall be classified as Group E. (2019 CBC 308.5.1)
308.5.1.1 Special provisions. See Section 452.1.4 for daycare located above or
below the first story. (2019 CBC 308.5.1.1)
308.5.2 Within a place of religious worship. Rooms and spaces within places of
religious worship providing such care during religious functions shall be licensed by
the California State Department of Health Services as required by Health and Safety
Code Division 2 Chapter 3.5. (2019 CBC 308.5.2)
Updated: October 31, 2024
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CAL FIRE - OFFICE OF THE STATE FIRE MARSHAL
Information Bulletin 24-012
`-� Updated
Summary of Child Care Center Classifications
Type of Care or
service less than
24 hours
Age and Capability
of Occupants
Types of
Facilities
1-6 occupants
More than 6
occupants
Educational,
2 years or older
Day Care /Child
Same as primary
Group E
supervisory, or
through 12" grade
Care centers
Occupancy
see footnote b
personal care
see footnote a
(Sec. 305.2)
services
(Sec. 305.2.1,
305.2.2)
Custodial care —
Any age where
Day Care/Child
Same as primary
Group 1-4 or
As defined in the CBC
incapable of self-
Care centers
Occupancy
Group E,
preservation
see footnote a
see footnote b
(Sec.308.5.2)
(Sec.308.5.1)
a. Rooms or spaces within places of worship which are usually Group A-3, or when there is six or
fewer are classified as part of the primary occupancy.
b. Floors in day care facilities where more than six but no more than 100 infants and toddlers
(i.e., children 2 years or younger in age) can be classified as Group E, provided rooms used as
such are on the level of exit discharge and have an exit door directly to the exterior. (2019
CBC 308.5.1)
STD. 850 Fire Safety Inspection Request:
2022 CBC Chapter 1, Section 1.11.4.4 Fire clearance pre -inspection.
Pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 13235, Fire Clearance Pre -inspection, fee, upon
receipt of a request from a prospective licensee of a ... child day care facility, as defined in
Section 1596.750, the local fire enforcing agency, ..., or State Fire Marshal, whichever has
primary jurisdiction, shall conduct a pre -inspection of the facility prior to the final fire
clearance approval. At the time of the pre -inspection, the primary fire enforcing agency shall
price consultation and interpretation of the fire safety regulations and shall notify the
prospective licensee of the facility in writing of the specific fire safety regulations which shall
be enforced in order to obtain fire clearance approval. A fee equal to, but not exceeding, the
actual cost of the pre -inspection services may be charged for the pre -inspection of a facility.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/RESOURCES
• California Building Standards Commission: BSC Webpage
• Title 24 California Building Code:
2022 California Building Code, Title 24 2019 California Building Code, Title 24
Updated: October 31, 2024
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CAL FIRE - OFFICE OF THE STATE FIRE MARSHAL
Information Bulletin 24-012
`-� Updated
2025 California Buildine Code Rulemakin
To align with the requirements of AB 176, the OSFM has proposed to amend the 2025 California
Building Code re-establishing the provisions for child-care facilities from the 2019 California Building
Code with additional editorial corrections. In the coming months, the OSFM will establish a
workgroup to evaluate current regulations and may recommend additional changes for future rule -
making cycles.
For Questions and Additional Information:
CAL FIRE — Office of the State Fire Marshal
Code Develoament and Analvsis Division
Sacramento, CA 94244
CodeDevelopment@fire.ca.gov
(916) 568-3800
Updated: October 31, 2024
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DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DIVISION OF CODES AND STANDARDS
MANUFACTURED HOUSING PROGRAM
2020 W. El Camino Avenue, Suite 200, Sacramento, CA 95833
P. O. Box 31, Sacramento, CA 95812-0031
(916) 445-3338 / FAX (916) 263-4713
From TDD Phones: 1-800-735-2929
www.hcd.ca.gov
April 20, 2016
INFORMATION BULLETIN 2016-02 (MH)
Replaces Information Bulletins 2006-06 (MH) and 2002-08 (MH)
TO: City and County Building Officials
Commercial Modular Dealers
Commercial Modular Manufacturers
Department -Approved Third Party Agencies
FROM: Richard Weinert, Deputy Director
Division of Codes and Standards
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SUBJECT: Commercial Modular Units — Building Standards and Ordinances
This Information Bulletin provides information regarding preemptive State law and
Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) regulations as they pertain
to commercial modular units. This Information Bulletin replaces Information Bulletins
2006-06 (MH), issued December 29, 2006, and 2002-08 (MH), issued April 15, 2002.
The applicable provisions of the California Health and Safety Code (HSC) and California
Code of Regulations regarding commercial modulars can be found at the end of this
bulletin. You may also visit the California law website, located at
http://Ieginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes.xhtm1, and the California regulations
website, at www.oal.ca.gov, to reference the applicable laws and regulations,
respectively.
Commercial modulars have different forms and uses. The traditional and most common
commercial modular is designed and used as temporary or auxiliary leased office space
that is often relocated and remains on a transportation chassis. Commercial modulars
may also be custom -designed for permanent installation on a foundation system as a
real property improvement. Single -story and multi -story commercial modular structures
are designed and comprised of modular units arriving at the site ready to be erected into
position for offices, private schools, restaurants, telecommunication equipment
structures, and other industrial, professional and commercial uses.
Information Bulletin 2016-02
Page 2
HSC Section 18028 (see Attachment 1), in part, provides the following:
Authorizes HCD to adopt regulations related to the construction of commercial
modulars and special purpose commercial modulars based on Parts 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and
11 of the California Building Standards Code. These regulations have been adopted
in Title 25, California Code of Regulations (25 CCR), Division 1, Chapter 3,
beginning with Section 4350. See Information Bulletin 2011-06 (MH), issued
October 1, 2011.
• Clarifies that requirements for the construction, alteration or conversion of
commercial modulars are those in model codes as amended and adopted by HCD.
As of the date of this Information Bulletin release, the 2013 California Building
Standards Code is the current effective code. The 2016 California Building
Standards Code will be the next triennial updated code and will be effective
January 1, 2017.
• Clarifies that a municipality shall not prohibit the use of commercial modulars that
bear a valid HCD insignia, based on the date the insignia was issued.
HSC Section 18030.5 (see Attachment 1) prohibits any local jurisdictions from imposing
conflicting local ordinances or regulations on commercial modulars or special purpose
commercial modulars when they bear an HCD insignia. In accordance with 25 CCR
Section 4034.5, commercial modulars are required to bear HCD insignia prior to leaving
the manufacturing facility. The insignia includes information relating to the occupancy
group, design loads, fire safety, electrical, plumbing and mechanical standards which
apply to the commercial modular or special purpose commercial modular.
Enforcement of applicable construction codes and standards is accomplished through
an HCD-approved Design Approval Agency (DAA) for plan review and approval, and a
Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) for in -plant inspections. However, local building
officials may report defects and apparent violations of the California Building Standards
Code and 25 CCR to HCD.
Title 25 CCR, Division 1, Chapter 2, Section 1320 (see Attachment 2) clarifies the
application of Sections 1333 and 1333.5 as regulations governing the design and
construction of foundation systems for commercial modulars. These regulations apply
throughout the state and permit manufacturers or contractors to obtain an HCD
Standard Plan Approval (SPA) for foundation systems. These applications for SPAs
must meet the requirement for foundation systems pursuant to 25 CCR Section 1020.9,
which shall be accepted by local authorities when the SPA design loads and conditions
are consistent with those of the locality. See HSC Section 18551 for authority.
Since January 1, 1994, the HSC has required commercial modulars, or portions of the
interior, to be made accessible to persons with disabilities at the time of construction or
alteration of the unit(s). Currently, 25 CCR, Division 1, Chapter 3, Article 3,
Section 4353 (see Attachment 3) requires commercial modulars to be designed and
constructed in compliance with specified chapters in Title 24, California Code of
Regulations, Part 2 California Building Code, including Chapter 11 B Accessibility to
Public Buildings, Public Accommodations, Commercial Buildings and Public Housing.
Information Bulletin 2016-02
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Therefore, DAAs reviewing/approving plans and QAAs conducting inspections for new
or remanufactured units must ensure compliance with applicable provisions of
Chapter 11 B related to accessibility. This supersedes Information Bulletin 2002-08
(MH) which required compliance with ANSI Standard A117.1 — 1986 Design of Buildings
for Access and Use by the Disabled and other prior information bulletins addressing
accessibility provisions for commercial modulars.
Alterations, conversions, remanufacturing or changes in occupancy of an existing commercial
modular bearing or required to bear an HCD insignia shall be filed with and approved by HCD.
Form HCD 415 (permit application) is required to be submitted along with plans (as necessary)
and the appropriate fees to one of the HCD Area Offices. Once approved, if there is any
change in the commercial modular's occupancy group, design load, or mechanical, electrical,
plumbing or fire safety systems, a revised HCD insignia shall be issued with the updated
information. Local authorities permitting the use of commercial modulars may regulate site
use, configuration, installation, and utility services and connections of the commercial modular.
Any local authority requiring plans and plan checking fees for the purpose of imposing
construction requirements for commercial modulars do so in violation of State law. Local
authorities are encouraged to contact HCD's Manufactured Housing Program at
(916) 445-3338 with questions or concerns regarding commercial modulars.
Attachments (3)
Information Bulletin 2016-02
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Attachment 1
MANUFACTURED HOUSING ACT OF 1980
HEALTH AND SAFETY CODE, Division 13. HOUSING
Part 2. MANUFACTURED HOUSING
§ 18028. Adoption of regulations for construction of certain vehicles not subject
to federal standards
(a) The department may adopt regulations regarding the construction of commercial
modulars and special purpose commercial modulars, other than mobile food
facilities subject to Article 11 (commencing with Section 114250) of Chapter 4 of
Part 7 of Division 104, and of multifamily manufactured homes, manufactured
homes, and mobilehomes that are not subject to the National Manufactured
Housing Construction and Safety Act of 1974 (42 U.S.C. Sec. 5401 et seq.) that
the department determines are reasonably necessary to protect the health and
safety of the occupants and the public.
(b) Requirements for the construction, alteration, or conversion of commercial
modulars shall be those contained, with reasonably necessary additions or
deletions, as adopted by department regulations, in all of the following:
(1) The 1991 Edition of the Uniform Building Code, published by the International
Conference of Building Officials.
(2) The 1993 Edition of the National Electrical Code, published by the National
Fire Protection Association.
(3) The 1991 Edition of the Uniform Mechanical Code, published jointly by the
International Conference of Building Officials and the International
Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials.
(4) The 1991 Edition of the Uniform Plumbing Code, published by the
International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials.
(c) (1) The department shall, on or after January 1, 2008, adopt regulations for the
construction, alteration, or conversion of commercial modulars based on
Parts 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 11 of the California Building Standards Code, as
contained in Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations, with appropriate
additions, deletions, and other implementing provisions. The regulations
adopted under this paragraph shall be placed within Title 25 of the California
Code of Regulations.
(2) The requirements promulgated by the department pursuant to this section
shall apply only to the construction, alteration, and conversion of commercial
modulars, and not to the use or operation of commercial modulars.
(d) A municipality shall not prohibit the use of commercial modulars that bear a valid
insignia, based on the date the insignia was issued.
§ 18030.5. Compliance with local ordinances
A manufactured home, mobilehome, recreational vehicle, commercial coach, or special
purpose commercial coach which meets the standards prescribed by this chapter, and
the regulations adopted pursuant thereto, shall not be required to comply with any local
ordinances or regulations prescribing requirements in conflict with the standards
prescribed in this chapter.
Information Bulletin 2016-02
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Attachment 2
California Code of Regulations, Title 25. Housing and Community Development
Division 1. Housing and Community Development
Chapter 2. MOBILEHOME PARKS AND INSTALLATIONS
Article 7. MH-Unit and Commercial Modular Installations and Facilities
§ 1320. Application and Scope
(a) The requirements of this article shall apply to the installation of MH-units and shall
apply to all parts of the state within and outside of parks.
(b) Installation provisions that apply to manufactured homes and mobilehomes shall
apply equally to multifamily manufactured home installations subject to California
Health and Safety Code section 18008.7, this chapter and any other applicable
laws or regulations.
(c) The requirements of this article also apply to any MH-unit reinstallation or any
alteration, addition or changes to an original or prior MH-unit installation.
(d) These installation requirements do not apply to recreational vehicles or to MH-units
set up for display on dealer sales lots. However, MH-units displayed as sales
models in parks shall comply with the requirements; of this chapter.
(e) An installation or reinstallation on a different lot pursuant to Health and Safety
Code section 18613, shall include the following:
(1) (A) A tiedown system consisting of listed tiedown assemblies installed as
required by section 1336.2 of this article, or
(B) An engineered tiedown system designed by an engineer or architect in
compliance with section 1336.3 and installed according to the
engineered plans and specifications; and
(2) If concrete piers or steel piers are used in the support system for the MH-unit,
mechanical connection of the piers to the MH-unit and of the piers to their
footing in compliance with the requirements of section 1334.1.
(f) Existing construction, connections, and installations of MH-units made before the
effective date of the requirements of this chapter, may continue in use so long as
they were in compliance with requirements in effect at the date of their installation
and are not found to be substandard.
(g) Sections 1333 and 1333.5 of this article apply to commercial modulars installed on
foundation systems and are applicable to all parts of the state both within and
outside of parks.
(h) At the discretion of the local jurisdiction, a commercial modular as defined in
Health and Safety Code section 18001.8 that is built upon an attached chassis
may be installed using the same support system requirements as an MH-unit.
AUTHORITY:
Note: Authority cited: Sections 18300, 18551, 18613 and 18613.4, Health and Safety Code. Reference:
Sections 18008.7, 18045.6, 18551, 18613 and 18613.4, Health and Safety Code.
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§ 1333. Foundation Systems
(a) Pursuant to Health and Safety Code section 18551, the requirements for MH-unit
and commercial modular foundation systems are applicable throughout the state.
(b) The foundation system and the connection of a MH-unit to the foundation system
shall be designed to withstand the vertical and lateral forces due to dead load, roof
and floor live loads, wind and seismic loads in accordance with the provisions of
the California Residential Code and local soil conditions. The roof live load, wind
and seismic loads as established for dwellings within specific local areas shall
apply.
(c) The foundation system and the connection of a commercial modular to the
foundation system shall be designed to withstand the vertical and lateral forces
due to dead load, roof and floor live loads, wind and seismic loads in accordance
with the provisions of the California Building Code and local soil conditions. The
roof live load, wind and seismic loads as established for permanent buildings within
specific local areas shall apply.
(d) The vertical and lateral load resisting elements shall be sized and located to resist
the loads specified in the manufacturer's installation instructions. The
manufacturer's installation instructions shall become a part of the foundation
system plans. In the absence of the manufacturer's installation instructions, plans
and specifications signed by an architect or engineer covering the installation of an
individual MH-unit or commercial modular shall be provided to the enforcement
agency.
(e) The foundation system and the connection of the MH-unit or commercial modular
to the foundation system shall be capable of withstanding the vertical and lateral
loads shown in the manufacturer's installation instructions, or plans and
specifications signed by an architect or engineer, including locations where there
are concentrated loads.
(f) When an MH-unit or commercial modular is installed on a foundation system, a
foundation system plan shall be provided to the enforcement agency. The
manufacturer may provide a foundation system plan in its installation instructions,
or a foundation system plan may accompany the installation instructions.
Foundation systems may be approved by the enforcement agency or the
department. Foundation systems approved by the department shall be accepted by
every enforcement agency as approved for the purpose of obtaining a construction
permit when the design loads and conditions are consistent for the locality. The
department shall require that foundation system plans and supporting data be
signed by an architect or engineer.
(g) Local enforcement agencies shall not require the original signature or stamp of the
architect or engineer on a foundation plan approved by the department.
(h) Foundations for cabanas, porches, and stairways which are accessory to MH-units
on foundation systems and foundations for building components shall be subject to
approval of the enforcement agency. Porches and stairways which are accessory
to commercial modulars on a foundation system shall be subject to approval of the
enforcement agency.
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(i) When it is necessary for the department to approve plans or to make investigations
of complaints relating to foundation system plans, fees shall be paid in accordance
with section 1020.9 of article 1.
Q) A standard plan approval may be obtained from the department for a plan for MH-
unit or commercial modular foundation systems. The requirements for obtaining a
standard plan approval are contained in section 1020.9 of article 1.
(k) Multifamily manufactured homes consisting of three (3) or more dwelling units shall
be installed on a foundation system pursuant to Health and Safety Code section
18551 (a) or (b).
(1) In flood hazard areas, foundation systems must be capable of resisting loads
associated with flood and wind events or combined wind and flood events, and
homes must be anchored to prevent floatation, collapse, or lateral movement.
(1) The foundation installation instructions must indicate whether:
(A) The foundation specifications have been designed for flood -resistant
considerations, and, if so, the conditions of applicability for velocities,
depths, or wave action; or
(B) The foundation is not designed to address flood loads.
(2) This subsection becomes operative August 1, 2013.
AUTHORITY:
Note: Authority cited: Section 18300, Health and Safety Code. Reference: Sections 18551 and 18008.7,
Health and Safety Code.
§ 1333.5. Utility Connections for Manufactured Homes, Mobilehomes, and
Commercial Modulars on Foundation Systems
(a) When an MH-Unit is installed on a foundation system pursuant to section 18551 of
the Health and Safety Code, utility connections shall comply with the requirements
of this chapter, or at the discretion of the MH-Unit owner, the connections may be
installed as required for permanent residential buildings in compliance with the
California Plumbing Code and California Electric Code.
(b) Whenever a commercial modular is installed, the utility connections shall comply
with the California Plumbing Code and the California Electrical Code.
(c) The testing of MH-Unit utility systems and connections installed on a foundation
system shall be performed in accordance with section 1362 of this Article.
AUTHORITY:
Note: Authority cited: Section 18300, Health and Safety Code. Reference: Section 18551, Health and
Safety Code.
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Attachment 3
California Code of Regulations, Title 25. Housing and Community Development
Division 1. Housing and Community Development
Chapter 3. Factory —Built Housing, Mobilehomes, and Manufactured Homes
Subchapter 2. Manufactured Homes, Mobilehomes, Multi -Unit Housing,
Commercial Modulars, and Special Purpose Commercial Modulars
Article 3. Commercial Modulars
§ 4353. Minimum Requirements.
(a) Materials, products, applications, specifications, equipment and installations
comprising the structural system fire -life safety aspects of a commercial modular
shall conform with the standards incorporated in the California Code of
Regulations, Title 24, Part 2, California Building Code (CBC), Chapter 35 and to
the provisions of this article, including standards for listing and labeling, and
compliance with manufacturer's installation instructions.
(b) The structural system, fire -life safety aspects and California Green Building
Standards Code (CALGreen) standards of a commercial modular shall be
designed, constructed and maintained in compliance with accepted engineering
practices, with the provisions of this subarticle and with the California Code of
Regulations, Title 24, Part 2, California Building Code (CBC), Chapters 2 through
10, 11 B, 12, 14 through 26, 30, 31 C and 35, and Title 24, Part 11.
(c) Commercial modular manufacturing facilities are exempt from mandatory
requirements of the California Code of Regulations, Title 24, Part 11, Chapter 5,
Sections A5.105, A5.106, A5.401, A5.403, A5.404, A5.405, A5.406, A5.408,
A5.409, A5.410, A5.501, A5.502, A5.504, and A5.508.
AUTHORITY:
Note: Authority cited: Sections 18015 and 18029.5, Health and Safety Code. Reference: Sections 18028
and 18029.5, Health and Safety Code
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Desert Preschool Academy Statement of Operations
Established: 2017
Organization Type: Nonprofit
Location: Riverside County, California
Desert Preschool Academy aims to provide childcare services in La Quinta, serving
approximately 75 children in the community.
Mission:
Desert Preschool Academy is dedicated to empowering low- to moderate -income working
parents by providing affordable, high -quality childcare services. Our mission is to alleviate the
financial burdens of childcare, enabling parents to focus on their careers while ensuring that
every child receives a nurturing and stimulating early education.
Program Overview:
Target Population: Children from infancy to age five, primarily from low-income families.
Current Annual Reach: Serving over 300 children each year.
Nutritional Support: Participation in the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) to provide
nutritious meals and snacks.
Age Groups: The facility will provide services for children between the ages of 0 and 5 years old.
Operating Hours: The operating hours will be from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday through
Friday, throughout the year.
Parking: Both staff and parents dropping off their children will utilize the same parking lot.
School Next Door: The adjacent elementary school does not use any part of our building for
kindergarten.
Educational Approach:
Curriculum: A thoughtfully planned early childhood education program that is developmentally,
linguistically, and culturally appropriate.
Assessment: Regular monitoring tools and intervention strategies to tailor educational
experiences to each child's unique needs.
Environment: A rich educational atmosphere that supports diverse backgrounds, fostering a
sense of belonging and empowerment among all children.
Staff Qualifications:
Educator Training: Our dedicated team of qualified early childhood educators undergoes
thorough background checks and receives ongoing training and professional development to
stay current with best practices in early childhood education.
Community Impact:
By creating a supportive environment that nurtures the physical, cognitive, social, and
emotional development of children, Desert Preschool Academy aims to instill a lifelong love of
learning. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion helps build a vibrant community where
every child feels valued and understood.
Conclusion:
At Desert Preschool Academy, we are dedicated to making a meaningful impact on the lives of
young children and their families. Through our comprehensive childcare solutions, we
contribute to the educational success and overall well-being of our community. Together, we
are building a future where every child can thrive.