PC RES 1980-027RESOLUTION P.C. NO. 80-27
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES APPROVING TENTATIVE PARCEL
MAP NO. 12431
WHEREAS, Tentative Parcel Map No. 12431 and Conditional Use Permit No. 64
has been filed, which would allow for the divi6ion of a 42.3 acre parcel into
two (2) parcels, each greater than the required one (1) acre; and
WHEREAS, Tentative Parcel Map No.12431 is located on the west side of
Palos Verdes Drive -West near the City boundary which is in an RS -1 RPD zoning
district; and
WHEREAS, proper notice was made and the Planning Commission has reviewed
this matter at a public meeting held on December 9, 1980, at which time all inter-
ested parties were given an opportunity to be heard and 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 site is physically suitable to accommodate two (2)
lots in terms of design and potential uses and that said division will not
result in significant environmental impact, based on compliance with the City's
Development Code, General Plan, Coastal Specific Plan, and consideration of
information contained in the project's Negative Declaration for Environmental
Assessment No. 382.
Section 2: That the creation of two (2) lots for residential purposes will
not be materially detrimental to property values, jeopardize, endanger, or
otherwise constitute a menace to the public health, safety, or general welfare
of persons or properties in the surrounding area, nor will it adversely affect
the peace, health, safety or general welfare in the area since conditions of
approval require on and 6ff site improvements.
Section 3: That the Planning Commission does hereby declare that a
Negative Declaration was granted in compliance with City and State Environmental
Impact Report 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 Parcel Map will not result in a signifi-
cant effect since mitigation measures are required to protect the -environment,
as identified in the Initial Study.
Section 4: That the Planning Commission hereby determines that division
and development of the property in the manner set forth on the map of Tentative
Parcel Map No. 12431 will not unreasonably interfere with the free and complete
exercise of the public entity and/or public utility rights-of-way and/or ease-
ments within the tentative parcel map.
Secti6n 5: For the foregoing reasons, the Planning Commission of the City
of Rancho Palos Verdes grants approval of Tentative Parcel Map No. 12431
subject to the attached conditions marked Exhibit "A", which are necessary to
protect the public health, safety and general welfare in the area.
APPROVED and ADOPTED this 9th of December , 1980.
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Harvey Brown Chairman
'Sharon W. Hightower
Director of Planning and
Secretary to the Commission
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EXHIBIT "A"
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TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 12431 IS APPROVED SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
1. This approval expires twelve (12) months from the date of approval of this
resolution.
2. The final map must be approved by the Engineering Geology Section to assure
that all geologic factors have been properly evaluated.
3. A geology and/or soil engineering report is required prior to approval of
buildings or grdding plans.
4. Place a note of flood hazard to the satisfaction of the City Engineer on
the final map.
5. A preliminary soil report is required before grading plan approval. Prior
to issuance of building permits, submit a soil engineer's report on the
expansive properties of soils as such soils are defined by Building Code
Section 2904(b) on all building sites in the proposed subdivision.
6. All geologic hazards associated with this proposed development must be
eliminated or delineate a restricted use area approved by the consultant
geologist to the satisfaction of the Engineering Geology Section and dedicate
to the City the right to prohibit the erection of buildings or other struc-
tures within the restricted use area.
7. As portions of the property are subject to sheet overflow and high velocity
scouring action, drainage plans and necessary support documents to comply
with the following requirements must be approved prior to filing of a final
map.
a. Provide for the proper distribution of drainage.
b. Eliminate the sheet overflow or elevate the floors of the buildings
with no openings in the foundation walls to at least twelve (12)
inches above the finished pad grade.
C. Provide drainage facilities to protect the lots from high velocity
scouring action.
d. Provide for contributory drainage from adjoining properties.
8. Approval of this land division is contingent upon the installation and dedi-
cation of local main line sewers and separate house laterals to serve each
unit of the land division. The subdivider shall consult the Sewer Design
Section of the Department of the City Engineer of Rancho Palos Verdes to
determine the sewer design requirements. The subdivider may install a pri-
vate sewer for each dwelling unit until such time -as -the installation of the
local main sewer is complete, -at which time the units shall be connected to
the sewer. An agreement and bonds or cash deposit for such connection shall
be submitted. The bonds or cash deposit shall also cover the subdivider's
fair share of installing the local main sewer as determined by the Director
of Public Works.
9. Easements are tentatively required, subject to review by the City Engineer
to determine the final locations and requirements.
10. The discharge of sewage from this land division into the public sewer system
shall not violate the requirements of the California Regional Water Quality
Control Board pursuant to Division 7 (commencing with Section 13000) of the
Water Code.
11. All lots shall be served by adequately sized water system facilities which
shall include fire hydrants of the size and type and location as determined
by the Fire Chief. The water mains shall be of sufficient size to accommo-
date the total domestic and fire flows required for the land division.
Domestic flows required are to be determined by the City Engineer. Fire
flows required are to be determined by the Fire Chief.
Resolution P.C. No. 80-27
12. At the time the final land division map is submitted for checking, plans
and specifications for the water system facilities shall be submitted to
the City Engineer for checking and approval, and shall comply with the City
Engineer's standards. Approval for filing of this land division is contingent
upon approval of plans and specifications mentioned above. If the water
system facilities are not installed prior to the filing of this land-divisidhn
the subdivider must also submit a labor and materials bond in addition to
either:
a. An agreement and a faithful performance bond in the amount estimated by
the City Engineer guaranteeing the installation of the water system, or
b. An agreement and other evidence satisfactory to the City Engineer,
indicating that the subdivider has entered into a contract with the
serving water utility to construct the water system as required, and has
deposited with such water utility security/guaranteeing payment for the
installation of the water system.
13. There shall also be filed with this Division a statement from the water
purveyor indicating that the proposed water mains and any other required
facilities will be operated by the purveyor and that under normal operating
conditions the system will meet the requirements for the land division.
14. The developer shall file with this Division a statement from the water
purveyor indicating that water service will be provided by the water
purveyor to each of the lots shown on this land division map.
15. A final map prepared by, or under the direction of, a registered civil
engineer or licensed land surveyor must be processed through this Depart-
ment prior to being filed with the C6unty Recorder.
16. Easements shall not be granted or recorded within areas proposed to be
granted, dedicated or offered for dedication for public streets or high-
ways, access rights, building restriction rights of other easements until
After the final map is filed with the County Recorder unless such easements
are subordinated to the proposed grant or dedication. If easements are
granted after the date of tentative approval, a subordination must be executed
by the easement holder prior to the filing of the final map.
17. Provide proof of access to Parcel 1 and delineate on the final map.
18. Vehicular access rights to Palos Verdes Drive West shall be dedicated to
the City.
19, Submit a preliminary guarantee if grants, dedications, or offers of
dedication are to be made by certificate on the parcel map.. A final
guarantee will be required at the time of filing of the parcel map with the
County Recorder.
20. Prior to submitting the final map to the City Engineer for his examination
pursuant to Section 66450 of the Government Code, obtain clearances from
all affected departments and divisions, including a clearance from the
Subdivision Section of Mapping Division of the County Engineer for the
following items: mathematical accuracy, survey analysis, correctness of
certificates and signatures, etc.
21. The City's final -map fee shall be paid to the City within six (6) months of the
approval of the tentative map.
22. Within thirty (30) days of receipt of the final resolution and conditions,
the developer (owner) shall read and consent in writing to said conditions.
23. Approval of the final map is subject to the condition that following recordation,
the developer shall submit to the City a brownline and a print of the recorded map.
Page two of Exhibit "A" Exhibit "A" of Resolution P.C. No. 80- 27
24. The developer shall submit to the City a parkland dedication fee of $7;000
prior to the approvdl of the final parcel map.
25. Design and improvement plans for private driveway construction must be
submitted to the Director of Planning and Director of Public Works prior
to approval of the final map.
26. A qualified paleontologist shall be present during all rough grading
operations. If paleontological resources are found, the paleontologist
shall stop all work in the affected area and all resources shall be
excavated or preserved. All "finds" shall be reported to the Director of
Planning immeidately.
27. A qualified archaeologist shall make frequent periodic in -grading inspections
to further evaluate cultural resources on the site. If archaeological
resources are found, all work in the immediate area shall stop and the
resources shall-be'removed or preserved. All "finds" shall be reported
to the Director of Planning immediately.
28. The applicant shall submit landscape plans to the Director of Planning prior
to issuance of building permits. Landscape plans shall include but not be
limited to plAnt materials, street trees, irrigation, exterior lighting, and
fences/walls.
29. A bond of $3,000 for future improvements to the private access drive must
be made prior to the final map to insure participation in future improvements.
30. Prior to approval of the final map, the subdivider shall offer for dedication
to the City the lands seaward of the bluff top.
31. The final map shall clearly delineate and label the "Coastal Setback Zone"
line as established in the City's Coastal Specific Plan. A note shall be
placed on the map stating that no permanent structures shall be allowed
closer than twenty-five (25)'feet to the Coastal Setback Zone, unl&ss approval
is granted in writing from the Planning Comrhission of the City of Rancho
Palos Verdes.
32. The subdivider shall dedicate to the City the right to prohibit construction
of any structures within the Coastal Setback.
33. The developer shall post an agreement and bond or cash deposit in an
amount not to exceed $6,000 per dwelling unit prior to approval of the
final map. Said fee shall be an in -lieu fee to be used at the discretion
of the City Council to acquire land in or adjacent to the Coastal area for
the provision of affordable housing. Prior to final inspection of dwelling -
units, the cash contribution shall be paid to the City at which time the
bond or cash deposit shall be rel&ased by the City Co_uKc_1;1_.- Said bonds/fees
with interest earned shall be returned to the developer if a program to
utilize said fees for the stated purposes has not been approved'by the City Council
within five (5) years.
34. Label the remainder portion of the subdivision on the final map as not -a -part
of the subdivision.
35. No further subdivision shall be permitted on the 4.5 acre parcel.
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