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PC RES 1988-003 RESOLUTION P.C. NO. 88- 3 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES APPROVING TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 19016 , GRADING APPLICATION NO. 1048 , AND ISSUING A FINAL NEGATIVE DECLARATION FOR ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT NO. 530. WHEREAS , Tentative Parcel Map No. 19016 has been filed , which would allow for the division of a 85 ,506 square foot parcel into three (3) lots , located along the north side of the 30600 block of Palos Verdes Drive East . WHEREAS , the Planning Commission has reviewed this matter at a public hearing held on December 8 , 1987 and January 12 , 1988 , at which time all interested parties were given an opportunity 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 division of the 85 , 506 square foot parcel into three (3) lots each with a minimum area of 20,000 square feet is consistent with the General Plan and Development Code . Section 2 : That the proposed uses of the lot are for single family dwelling and associated uses , which are compatible with the objectives , policies , and general land use specified in the General Plan. Section 3 : That the site is physically suitable to accommodate Tentative Parcel Map No. 19016 in terms of design and density, and will not result in substantial environmental damage , based on compliance with the City' s Development Code and General Plan. Section 4 : That the creation of three (3) single family lots and potential improvements 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 of the area since conditions of approval require site improvements and dedications . Section 5 : That the division and development of the property will not unreasonably interfere with the free and complete exercise of the public entity and public right-of-way and/or easements within the project subdivision. Section 6 : 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 significant effect upon the environment . Section 7 : That the grading is not excessive beyond that necessary for the permitted primary use of the lot . Section 8 : That the grading does not significantly adversely affect the visual relationships with, nor the views from , neighboring sites . Section 9 : That the nature of grading minimizes disturbance to the natural contours; finished contours are reasonably natural . Section 10: For the foregoing reasons , the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Palos Verdes does hereby approve the Final Negative Declaration for Environmental Assessment No. 530 , Tentative Parcel Map No. 19016 and Grading Application No . 1048 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 12th day of January, 1988 . 44Geteede'rf Luella Wike Vice Chairperson /41--0*-%.1 ert Benar , Director df Environmental Services and Secretary to the Commission Resolution P.C. No. 88 - 3 Page 2 EXHIBIT "A" Tentative Parcel Map No . 19016 , Grading No . 1048 , and the Negative Declaration for Environmental Assessment No . 530. GENERAL 1 . Within thirty (30) days the developer shall submit , in writing a statement that he has read and understands all conditions of approval . 2 . The City ' s filing fee for a final map shall be paid within six (6) months of approval of the tentative map. 3 . The developer shall supply the City with one brownline and one print of the recorded map. 4 . This approval expires twenty-four (24) months from the date of approval of this parcel map by the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Palos Verdes . MITIGATION MEASURES 5 . A final grading plan shall be approved by the City Engineer and City Geologist . This grading plan shall be based on a detailed engineering geology and/or soils engineering report and shall specifically be approved by the geologist and/or soils engineer and comply with all recommendations submitted by them. It shall also agree with the tentative parcel map and conditions as approved by the Planning Commission. 6 . A drainage and erosion control plan and necessary support documents to comply with the following requirements must be approved prior to filing of a final map: A. Provide drainage facilities to remove any flood hazard to the satisfaction of the City Engineer and dedicate and show easements on the final map. Conduct all site drainage to the street by non-erodible means . B. If proposed structures are subject to sheet flow, then that portion of those structures so affected shall have sufficient free board so as to satisfy the Building Official that there will not be water damage . 7 . A tree/shrub removal plan of existing species shall be submitted and approved by the Department of Environmental Services prior to the issuance of a grading permit . Such plan should only require species removal as necessitated for site improvements as shown on the tentative map. Resolution P.C . No. 88 - 3 Page 3 8 . Construction activity shall be limited to daytime working hours (7 a.m. to 7 p.m. ) on weekdays only. All grading equipment shall be equipped with a muffler to reduce on-site grading noise levels . 9 . A lighting plan shall be submitted to the Director of Planning for approval and there shall be no direct off-site illumination of any light source . 10. Development shall comply with all requirements of the various Municipal utilities and agencies that provide public services to the property. SUBDIVISION MAP ACT 11 . Prior to submitting the final map to the City Engineer for his examination pursuant to Section 66442 of the Government Code , obtain clearances from all affected departments and divisions , including a clearance from the City Engineer for the following items : mathematical accuracy, signatures , etc . COUNTY RECORDER 12 . If signatures of record title interests appear on the final map, submit a preliminary guarantee. A final guarantee will be required at the time of filing of the final map with the County Recorder. If said signatures do not appear on the final map, a preliminary title report/guarantee is needed that covers the area showing all fee owners and interest holders . The account for this preliminary title report guarantee should remain open until the final map is filed with the County Recorder . GEOLOGY 13 . Any geologic hazards associated with this proposed development shall be eliminated or the City Geologist shall designate a restricted use area in which the erection of buildings or other structures shall be prohibited. GRADING 14 . A note shall be placed on the approved grading plan that requires Director of Environmental Services approval of rough grading prior to final clearance . The Director (or a designated staff member) shall inspect the graded site for accuracy of pad elevations , created slope gradients , and pad size. Further , the Director may require certification of any grading related matter . 15 . Prior to issuance of grading permits and/or building permits , a method of control to prevent dust and windblown earth problems shall be approved by the Director of Environmental Services . Resolution P.C . No . 88 - 3 Page 4 16 . Graded slope tops shall be rounded , slope gradients shall be varied and no significant abrupt changes between natural and graded slopes will be permitted . All created slopes shall not be greater than 3 : 1 . 17 . A construction plan shall be submitted to the Director of Environmental Services prior to any grading permits being issued . Said plan shall include but not be limited to: limits of grading, estimated length of time for rough grading and improvements , location of construction trailer , location and type of temporary utilities . If a rock crusher is to be used , the location and estimated time of use shall be specified. 18 . A preliminary soils report is required before grading approval . ARCHEOLOGY 19 .a. 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. 19 .b. 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 immediately. SEWAGE SYSTEM 20. The usage of the lots may be limited by the size and type of sewage system that can legally be installed . 21 . The subdivider is advised that approval of this subdivision of land is contingent upon the installation and use of a sewer system. 22 . Prior to approval of the final map the subdivider shall submit to the Director of Environmental Services a written statement from the County Sanitation District approving the design of the tract with regard to existing trunk line sewer. Said approval shall state all conditions of approval , if any. WATER SYSTEM 23 . There shall be filed with the City Engineer a statement from the 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 needs of the developed subdivision. Resolution P.C. No . 88 - 3 Page 5 24 . At the time the final land division map is submitted for checking , plans and specifications for the water systems 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 the land division is contingent upon approval of plans and specifications mentioned above . 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 and 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 company to construct the water system, as required , and has deposited with such water utility security guaranteeing payment for the installation of the water system. 25 . 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 accommodate the total domestic and fire flows required for the land division. Domestic flow requirements shall be determined by the Fire Chief. 26 . All drainage swales shall have the cement colored to earth tones . STREETS 27 . Cash payment of $32 ,000 towards future improvements to Palos Verdes Drive East adjacent to the proposed project . Improvements include road widening , bank removal , curb and gutter, bicycle path markings and signage . 28 . Should retaining walls along Palos Verdes Drive East be required at the time of improvements in item 27 or for other purposes , the owner shall be responsible for all costs associated with construction of such a retaining wall(s) . 29 . Dedicate 25 feet along property frontage to the City of Rancho Palos Verdes for public purposes . The final map shall also dedicate all access rights to Palos Verdes Drive East , except as provided through the one (1) common private driveway as shown on the Tentative Parcel Map. EASEMENTS 30 . Utility and other easements shall be subject to review by the City Engineer to determine their final locations and requirements . Resolution P.C . No . 88 - 3 Page 6 • . 31 . Easements shall not be granted within easements dedicated or offered for dedication to the County of Los Angeles , the City or any public utility , until after the final map is filed and recorded with the County Recorder. No easements shall be granted after recording of the final map that in any way conflict with a prior easement dedicated to the County, the City or any public utility . If any easements are granted before recordation of the final map , the holder of said easement shall execute a quitclaim deed in favor of the County, the City or any public utility. 32 . Private drive easements for lots 1 , 2 and 3 shall be recorded concurrently with the Final Map. FLOOD HAZARD 33 . A Flood Hazard Area shall be shown on the Final Map to the satisfaction of the City Engineer . UTILITIES 34 . All utilities to and on the lots shall be provided underground , including cable television, telephone , electrical , gas and water . All necessary permits shall be obtained for their installation. Cable television shall connect to the nearest trunk line at developer ' s expense . SOLAR 35 . The developer shall install , to the satisfaction of the Director of Environmental Services , a plumbing system in each dwelling unit that will allow the utilization of solar energy as part of a hybrid system for providing domestic hot water . Solar panels , if and when installed , shall not exceed the ridgeline of the structure upon which they are placed . Any proposed solar installation shall be reviewed by the Director of Environmental Services . PARK DEDICATION IN LIEU FEES 36 . Prior to the approval of the final map a parkland dedication fee in the amount of $11 , 908 shall be paid to the City of Rancho Palos Verdes . ZONING 37 . Final building and site plans , including but not limited to setbacks , elevations , open space calculations , landscaping , and lighting shall be submitted to the Director of Planning for approval to determine conformance with the Development Code . The site plan shall clearly show all pad and ridgeline elevations . Resolution P .C . No . 88 - 3 Page 7