PC RES 1979-002676 --
RESOLUTION P.C. 79- 2
Is
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES GRANTING A CONDI-
TIONAL USE PERMIT FOR A MULTIPLE FAMILY
DEVELOPMENT IN A MULTIPLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL
DISTRICT
WHEREAS, WSM, C6,.,Inc. has requested a Conditional Use Permit to allow a
multiple family residential development on a 1.94 acre site located at the soijthetn
cokfter of -Peacock -Ridge Road and Highridge Road which,is Zoned Residential Multiple
Family; and
WHEREAS, after,notice, issued pursuant to the provisions of the City's
Development Code, public hearings were held on December 26, 1978, January 23
and February 13, 1979, at which time all interested parties were given an oppor-
tunity to be heard and to present evidence.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES
DOES HEREBY FIND, DETERMINE, AND RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1: That the proposed Residential Multiple Family Development is per-
mitted in multiple family districts, subject to the issuance of a Conditional Use
Permit.
Section 2: That the 1.94 acre site, located at the corner of Peacock Ridge
and Highridge Rd., is adequate in size and configuration to allow for ten condominium
dwelling units, and for private outdoor living areas, landscaping, and other features
required by the Development Code or by conditions imposed by this permit.
Section 3: That the proposed Development is not contrary to the General
Plan since said conformance has been insured by site design and landscaping require-
ments, which are included as conditions of approval to this permit.
Section 4: That the Development will be served by points of ingress/egress
on Peado-,ck R-MW--Rd.,which is improved and designed to carry both the type and quantity
of traffic generated.
Section 5: That given the project's location, site design, and conditions
imposed through this permit, the granting of this conditional use permit will not
significantly adversely affect the peace, health, safety, or general welfare of the
area, nor will it be materially detrimental to property values, jeopardize, endanger
or otherwise constitute a menace to the public health, safety, and welfare of persons
in the surrounding area.
Section 6: That the Planning Commission does hereby declare that the final
Negative Declaration has been completed in compliance with State and local guidelines
and that the Commission has reviewed and considered the contents of the Initial Study
in reaching its decision. The Planning Commission further finds that the approval of
this conditional use permit will not result in a significant adverse environmental
impact.
Section 7: For the foregoing reasons, the Planning Commission of the City of
Rancho Palos Verdes hereby grants Conditional Use Permit No. 46 for the use described
herein, subject to the conditions contained in Exhibit "A", which are necessary to
protect the public health, safety and general welfare in the area.
APPROVED and ADOPTED this 13th d
Sharon W. Hightower
Director of Planning and
Secretary to the Commission
EXHIBIT "A"
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 46 IS APPROVED SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
1. Prior to issuance of a building or grading permit, and prior to approval of a
final map, a bond, or other acceptable security, shall be posted to ensure the
completion of all common area and off-site improvements including: landscaping,
recreational facilities, street signs, and other site features as per approved
plans.
2. No more than ten (10) condominium dwelling units shall be permitted.
3. Final site plans and building plans (meeting all Development Code standards for
condominiums) showing all proposed improvements shall be submitted to the Direc-
tor of Planning for approval prior to approval of the final map. The site plan
shall clearly show all pad and finished grade elevations as established on the
concept plan approved by the Planning Commission.
4. Landscaping and irrigation plans (which include street trees) shall be submitted
for approval by the'Director of Planning. Said plan shall include but not be
limited to proposed plant materials, walls/fences, and lighting. Bonds and
agreements for landscape improvements shall be submitted prior to approval of
the final tract map. All landscape materials shall be of sufficient size that,
when installed, will function as intended (buffers, screens, etc.).
5. Approval of this conditional use permit is subject to the approval of Tentative
Tract Map No. 36301 by the City Council without substantial changes or modifica-
tions hereto.
6. All necessary legal agreements and documents including homeowners' association,
deed restrictions, covenants, dedication of development rights, easement, and
proposed method of maintenance and perpetuation of open space areas, shall be
submitted and approved by the City Attorney and the Director of Planning prior
to approval of the final map. Said CC&Rs shall include, but not be limited to,
the following provisions:
a. Maintenance of the commonly owned areas shall be ensured through the
establishment of a homeowners' association (or equal). Furthermore,
maintenance fees for said area cannot be reduced without written ap-
proval of the City.
b. Identify all factors that involve structure appearance and use re-
strictions.
C. Membership in the homeowners' association shall be inseparable from
ownership in the individual condominium.
d. All structures must conform to City approved building plans and maxi-
mum grade elevations as shown on the site plan.
e. That the developer shall provide for the maintenance of the private
road until such a time as the homeowners' association assessments
can be responsible for it.
f. That no guest parking shall be used for permanent or semi-permanent
storage or parking of any vehicles (including recreational vehicles)
belonging to residents of the development.
9. The homeowners association shall be responsible for enforcing all
parking regulations contained in the CC&Rs.
7. The developer shall offer to landscape the area between the retaining wall for
the driveway and the subdivision wall of the Casas Verdes development (said
landscape shall be of low maintenance varieties).
Resolution P.C. No. 79-2
8. The private drive shall be designated and signed for "No Parking/Fire Lane"
except in the approved parking bays.
9. The recreation building shall not exceed 1100 square feet. The ridgeline
shall not exceed 11 feet. There shall be no openings on the south side of
the building. Pool equipment shall be located on the pool side of the
recreation building. There shall be no trash enclosure located between the
Casas Verdes development and the recreation building.
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