CC RES 1993-091RESOLUTION NO. 93 -91
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
PALOS VERDES RE- APPROVING VESTING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP
NO. 50667 AND TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 20970 FOR A
RESIDENTIAL PLANNED DEVELOPMENT WITH 43 SINGLE FAMILY
LOTS, A PUBLIC GOLF COURSE, AND PUBLIC OPEN SPACE
LOCATED ON A 107.5 ACRE SITE LOCATED IN COASTAL
SUBREGIONS 7 AND 81 WHICH ARE PART OF THE DEVELOPMENT
PROPOSAL KNOWN AS OCEAN TRAILS.
WHEREAS, on December 7, 1992, the City Council of the City of Rancho
Palos Verdes adopted Resolution No. 92 -115 approving the Addendum to
Environmental Impact Report No. 36; Resolution No. 92 -116 and 92 -117,
approving Revisions to Vesting Tentative Tract Map Nos. 50666 and 50667,
Tentative Parcel Map Nos. 20970 and 23004; and Resolution Nos. 92 -118 and 92-
119 approving Revisions to Conditional Use Permit Nos. 162 and 163, Coastal
Permit No. 103, and Grading Permit No. 1541 for a Residential Planned
Development consisting of a total of eighty -three (83) single family dwelling
units, an 18 hole public golf course with a clubhouse and related facilities,
and public open space on 261.4 acres in Coastal Subregions 7 and 8; and,
WHEREAS, Frank P. Angel, representing Sierra Club, California Native
Plant Society, Coastal Conservation Coalition, Save Our Coastline 2000 and
Andrew H. Sargent, filed a lawsuit against the City and the landowners,
challenging the approval of the Ocean Trails project for purportedly violating
the City's General Plan, the California Environmental Quality Act and certain
provisions of the California Government Code; and,
WHEREAS, on August 18, 1993, the Superior Court of California, County of
Los Angeles, set aside the City's approval of Vesting Tentative Tract Map Nos.
50666 and 50667, Parcel Map Nos. 20970 and 23004, Conditional Use Permit Nos.
162 and 163 and Grading No. 1541, finding that, in approving the Ocean Trails
project, the City had not made findings required by Government Code Section
65590, subdivision (d), which states: "New housing developments constructed
within the coastal zone shall, where feasible, provide housing units for
persons and families of low or moderate income, as defined in Section 50093 of
the Health and Safety Code. Where it is not feasible to provide these housing
units in a proposed new housing development, the local government shall
require the developer to provide such housing, if feasible to do so, at
another location within the same city or county, either within the coastal
zone or within three miles thereof "; and,
WHEREAS, in response to the Superior Court's peremptory writ of
mandamus, the landowners, Palos Verdes Land Holdings Company and Zuckerman
Building Company, submitted a proposal to address Government Code Section
65590 to the City on September 20, 1993, and submitted Draft Addendum No. 2 to
Environmental Impact Report No. 36 to the City on September 24, 1993. The
Draft Addendum No. 2 evaluates potential significant adverse environmental
impacts resulting from the addition of affordable housing requirements that
may occur in addition to those impacts discussed in Environmental Impact
Report No. 36; and,
WHEREAS, on September 28, 1993, after notice issued pursuant to the
provisions of the Development Code, the Planning Commission of the City of
Rancho Palos Verdes held a public hearing to consider Draft Addendum No. 2 to
Environmental Impact Report No. 36 and the provision of affordable housing in
conjunction with the Ocean Trails project, and adopted P.C. Resolution No. 93-
30 recommending re- approval of Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 50667 and
Tentative Parcel Map No. 20970 to City Council; and,
WHEREAS, on October 5, 1993, after notice issued pursuant to the
provisions of the Development Code, the City Council held a public hearing to
consider re- approval of Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 50667 and Tentative
Parcel Map No. 20970, at which time all interested parties were given an
opportunity to be heard and present evidence.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES DOES
HEREBY FIND, DETERMINE AND RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1: Based on the review of Draft Addendum No. 2 to Environmental
Impact Report No. 36 prepared in association with the provision of affordable
housing as part of the Ocean Trails project as conditioned, the project
mitigates, or reduces to the extent feasible, significant adverse effects to
adjacent properties or the permitted uses thereof. In recommending re-
approval of the project, the City Council finds that social, recreational and
other benefits of the project outweigh any unavoidable adverse environmental
impacts that may occur and that due to overriding benefits and considerations,
any unavoidable adverse environmental impacts of the project are acceptable.
Resolution No. 93 -89 and Resolution No. 92 -115 (which includes the detailed
statement of overriding considerations) are hereby made a part of this
Resolution, by reference, pursuant to the California Environmental Quality
Act.
Section 2: All mitigation measures required in Environmental Impact
Report No. 36, the Supplement to EIR No. 36, and Addendum No. 1 to EIR No. 36,
are hereby incorporated by reference into conditions of approval for the re-
approval of the tentative parcel map and vesting tentative tract map.
Section 3: That the creation of forty three (43) single - family
residential lots, and golf course with related improvements, as conditioned,
is consistent with the City's General Plan and Coastal Special Plan.
The General Plan land use map designates almost the entire project site
as Residential, with a maximum density of one dwelling unit per acre, and
designates the coastal bluffs as hazard areas. The General Plan provides for
additional commercial recreational uses within the City as appropriate to a
particular location, including golf, equestrian, tennis and other recreational
activities, and designates the City's entire coastal area as a specific plan
district.
The Coastal Specific Plan land use map shows the following general uses
for the project site: (a) Residential (with a maximum density of one dwelling
unit per acre) for the vast majority of the property, (b) Hazard areas along
the bluffs, the natural drainage course and in certain portions north of
Paseo del Mar with extreme slopes, (c) a floating Retail Commercial area, and
(d) Recreational parking. The text of the Coastal Specific Plan expressly
permits visitor - serving uses, such as a golf course, subject to satisfaction
of the requirements for granting a conditional use permit under the
Development Code.
With 43 residential units on approximately 53 acres, the density is
below one dwelling unit per acre and, therefore, consistent with the General
Plan and Coastal Specific Plan.
Section 4: That the creation of forty three (43) single- family
residential lots and golf course, as conditioned, is consistent with the
City's Development Code for projects within the RS -1 zoning district under a
Residential Planned Development. In addition, a minimum of 30 percent of the
site will be maintained within the residential development as common open
space, exclusive of the golf course. The 43 -Lot Revised Site Plan does not
contemplate construction of any structures on land with slopes in excess of
35 %, or on land currently zoned Open Space Hazard.
The majority of the subject property is zoned RS -1 (Residential Planned
Development) with the bluff face and the natural drainage course and certain
areas north of Paseo del Mar being zoned as Open Space Hazard (OH). In
compliance with the requirements of the OH zoning district, the applicant will
not construct any permanent habitable structures on land that is zoned Open
Space Hazard.
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The RS -1 (RPD ) zone requ res a -conditi4gpa'.l� ,use permit for any type of
development (§ 17.06.050) and expressly permits single- family residential
development and any other uses permitted under Chapter 17.02, including
conditionally- permitted uses under Chapter 17.561 such as golf courses.
(§ 17.06.030). Accordingly, under Chapter 17.06 and Section 17.56.020 of the
Development Code, residential development and a golf course and related
.facilities are permissible uses, subject to a conditional use permit. The
necessary findings with respect to the conditional use permits required in
connection with the Residential Planned Development and golf course are
contained in Resolutions Nos. 93 -92 and 93 -93, respectively.
Furthermore, the project provides in excess of thirty percent of the
Residential Planned Development as common open space, which open space is
sited in a manner that is accessible for viewing and access by the general
public from public roads and walkways and preserves views to the coast.
Section 5: That the combination of the vacation of the central portion
of Paseo del Mar and the provision of a long bluff road cul -de -sac taking
access off of Paseo del Mar as provided in related applications is consistent
with Coastal Specific Plan Subregion 7 Policy No. 16, which states that "Paseo
del Mar shall be improved to provide access to residential development and
consideration shall be given to relocating Paseo del Mar southward or
exchanging it for another access route closer to the bluff edge."
The intent of Coastal Specific Plan, Subregion 7, Policy 19 is further
satisfied by the provision of an 8.4 acre East /West Bluff Top Corridor with a
minimum width of twenty -five (25) feet and an average width of seventy -five
(75) feet located along the bluff top between Half Way Point and Shoreline
Park. This Bluff Top Corridor is similar in average width and area to any
coastal bluff road which would otherwise be constructed, if geologically
feasible, pursuant to Coastal Specific Plan, Subregion 7, Policy 19.
Section 6: That the golf course and related uses are consistent with
Coastal Specific Plan, Subregion 7, Policy 7 which states: "Ensure that any
proposed commercial activity responds to the needs of the coastal residents
and shall not be of an intensity which would purposefully generate a service
area external of the coastal region." The City Council finds that the intent
of the above policy is to limit traditional commercial development (such as
retail and office uses) so as not to create a service area external to the
coastal region and that such policy is not intended to apply to commercial
recreational uses, which are encouraged by the General Plan and Coastal
Specific Plan. City Council's interpretation of this policy is consistent
with other policies in the Coastal Specific Plan and with Resolution 82 -24,
which adopted Coastal Specific Plan Amendment No. 1 and specifically
authorized visitor- serving uses, such as golf, in Subregion 7.
Section 7: That the trails plan as shown in the Public Amenities/
Coastal Access Program submitted by the applicant and approved by the Trails
Committee is consistent with the Coastal Specific Plan requirements relating
to trails.
Section 8: That the golf course and related uses are consistent with
Coastal Specific Plan policy and Section 17.06.040.0.8 of the Development
Code, which require the area seaward of corridor improvements to be improved
and either dedicated or permanently maintained through deed restriction for
public use. Section 17.06.040.0.6 of the Development Code permits the
preservation of open space by dedication, deed restriction or other
appropriate methods approved by the City. In compliance with these provisions
and policies, the East and West Bluff Preserves, Half Way Point Park, the
East /West Bluff Top Corridor, and the public paths, trails, parking and
recreational areas will be improved by the applicants and offered to the City
for dedication. Furthermore, the golf course area will be improved by the
applicants and permanently maintained through deed restriction for public use.
The City Council specifically finds that the deed restriction on the golf
course land constitutes permanently maintained public open space. Neither the
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Coastal Specific Plan nor Development Code expressly prohibit active public
recreational uses, or require only passive public uses, for the area seaward
of the conceptual bluff road.
Section 9: For purposes of the Subdivision Map Act, the design of the
subdivision, golf course, or the related improvements will not cause
substantial environmental damage or substantially and unavoidably injure fish
or wildlife or their habitat based on compliance with the City's Development
Code, General Plan and Coastal Specific Plan and consideration of information
contained in Draft, Supplemental, Addendum No. 1 and Addendum No. 2 of
Environmental Impact Report No. 36.
City Council acknowledges that there is the difference between the term
"significant impact" under CEQA and the term "substantial environmental .
damage" under the Subdivision Map Act. Draft EIR No. 36, Supplement to EIR
NO. 36, Addendum No 1 and Addendum No. 2 to EIR No. 36 are required to base
environmental findings on "worst case" basis. As a result, the Final EIR and
Addendum EIR conclude that significant impacts to biological resources remain
after mitigation because of the loss of raptor foraging area and because of
the temporal loss of Coastal Sage Scrub. Even with the 2:1 replacement of
existing viable Coastal Sage Scrub and the other mitigation measures contained
in the Final EIR and Addendum to EIR No. 36, the temporal loss of Coastal Sage
Scrub, which serves as natural habitat for the California gnatcatcher, is
considered significant due to the uncertainty that this species will be able
to re- occupy the site after replacement of the Coastal Sage Scrub. These
environmental findings are primarily the result of grading for the golf
course, which itself has already been minimized through its links -type design.
These specific findings and a corresponding statement of overriding
considerations are contained in Resolution No. 92 -115, which is hereby
incorporated by reference.
With the mitigation measures adopted by City Council pursuant to
Resolution No. 92 -115, the project will not result in substantial
environmental damage or substantially and avoidably injure fish or wildlife or
their habitat under the Subdivision Map Act. However, even assuming that the
project did result in substantial environmental damage or substantially and
avoidably injure fish or wildlife or their habitat, such damage or injury
would be caused primarily by grading for the golf course. The elimination of
the golf course is not feasible because it would not satisfy an important
objective of the project: to provide visitor - serving public recreational
uses, which objective is encouraged by policies in the Coastal Specific Plan.
For this reason, this alternative or mitigation measure has been rejected by
the City Council. Pursuant to Resolution No. 92 -115, City Council has made a
finding of infeasibility with respect to elimination of the golf course.
Section 10: That the subject property is physically suitable to
accommodate Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 50667 and Tentative Parcel Map No.
20970 as conditioned, in terms of design and density.
Section 11: That the creation of the lots, single family residential
dwelling units, golf course, public open space, and related improvements will
not be materially detrimental to property values, nor will it jeopardize,
endanger, or otherwise constitute a menace to the surrounding areas, since
physical improvements, dedications and maintenance agreements are required.
Section 12: The City Council has considered the effect of the tract map
and parcel map on the housing needs of the region as set forth in the City's
Housing Element, and balanced these needs against the public service needs of
its residents and against available fiscal and environmental resources, and
finds that the tract map and parcel map help to achieve those housing needs
without unreasonably burdening the public service needs of existing residents
and available fiscal and environmental resources.
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Section 13: The City Council, has considered the requirements of
Government Code Section 65590, which requires new housing developments located
in the coastal zone to provide, where feasible, housing units for persons and
families of low or moderate incomes, as defined in Section 50093 of the Health
and Safety Code. The Government Code further requires that where it is not
feasible to provide these housing units in a proposed new housing development,
the local government shall require the developer to provide such housing, if
feasible to do so, at another location within the City, either within the
coastal zone or within three miles thereof.
Based on the information, analysis and findings included in
Environmental Impact Report No. 36, and the subsequent conditions of approval
placed on the project by the City of Rancho Palos Verdes and the California
Coastal Commission, the City Council finds that the Ocean Trails project site
has certain physical and environmental constraints, including geotechnical
factors, topographic conditions and requirements for open space, public parks,
a trails network and native habitat areas, which limit the amount of land
available on -site for the construction of affordable housing units.
In addition, based on information that was gathered by the City with
regard to the average number of persons within the low to moderate income
ranges that would be expected to be employed on the project site, including
employees associated with the golf course and the residential lots, the City
Council finds that the project will generate a need for affordable housing
units. Additionally, the City Council finds that the provision of 10 percent
of the units for very low to low income persons is consistent with the City's
current population of approximately 12 percent of very low to low income
residents.
Therefore, taking into the account the physical constraints on the
property, yet recognizing the employment opportunities generated by the
project for persons of very low and low income levels and the corresponding
housing needs, the City Council finds that a requirement of four (4)
affordable housing units on -site and four (4) affordable units off -site (which
is equivalent to 10% of the eighty -three (83) approved market -rate residential
lots) is feasible and would satisfy the intent of Government Code Section
65590.
However, the City Council's finding is in no way intended to preclude
future residents or tenants of the project site from providing additional
affordable housing opportunities.
Section 14: That the division and development of the property will not
unreasonably interfere with the free and complete exercise of the public
entity and /or public utility rights -of -way and /or easements within the tract
and parcel map.
Section 15: That the discharge of sewage from this land division into
the public sewer system will not violate the requirements of the California
Regional Water Quality Control Board pursuant to Division 7 (commencing with
Section 13000 of the Water Code),
Section 16: That the design of the residential subdivision golf course,
and associated improvements and public open space are not likely to cause
serious public health problems.
Section 17: That the design of the residential subdivision, golf
course, and the type of improvements associated with them, will not conflict
with easements acquired by the public at large for access through or use of
property within the proposed project. Further, public trail easements which
are consistent with the policies of the General Plan and the Coastal Specific
Plan are required as a condition of this approval.
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Section 18: That the design of the vesting tentative tract map and
tentative parcel map provides for future passive or natural heating or cooling
opportunities in the subdivision to the extent feasible.
Section 19: That the vesting tentative tract map and tentative parcel
map do not propose to divide land which is subject to a contract entered into
pursuant to the California Land Conservation Act of 1965.
Section 20: That dedications required by local ordinance are shown on
the tentative maps and /or are set forth in the conditions of approval attached
hereto in Exhibit "A ".
Section 21: That the City considered the effect of approval of the
residential subdivision on the housing needs of the region in which the City
is situated and balanced these needs against the public service needs of its
residents and available fiscal and environmental resources.
Section 22: For the foregoing reasons, and based on information and
findings contained in the public record, including staff reports, minutes,
records of proceedings and evidence presented at the public hearings, the City
Council of the City of Rancho Palos Verdes hereby re- approves of Vesting
Tentative Tract Map No. 50667 and Tentative Parcel Map No. 20970, subject to
the recommended conditions of approval contained in the attached Exhibit "A ",
which are necessary to protect the public health, safety and general welfare,
subject to the re- approval of Conditional Use Permit Nos. 162 and 163 and
Grading No. 1541; and approval of Addendum No. 2 to Environmental Impact
Report No. 36.
PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED on this 5th day of October 1993.
OR
ATTEST:
CL
SGIATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) ss
CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES )
I, Jo Purcell, City Clerk of the City of Rancho Palos Verdes, hereby certify
that the above Resolution No. 93 -91 was duly and regularly passed and adopted
by the said City Council at a regular meeting held on October 5, 19930
CP /OT2:CCVTM667.OT2
ty Clerk
Palos Verdes
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EXHIBIT "A"
VESTING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 50667
TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 20970
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
A. GENERAL
1. Within thirty (30) days of approval of the Vesting Tentative Tract Map
and Tentative Parcel Map, the developers shall submit, in writing, a
statement that they have read, understand, and agree to all of the
conditions of approval contained in this exhibit.
2. The City's fee for processing a Final Map shall be paid within six (6)
months of approval of the Vesting Tentative Tract Map and Tentative
Parcel Map by the last responsible public agency.
3. All residential lots shall conform to the applicable minimum development
standards as specified in Resolution No. 93 -92 for Conditional Use
Permit No. 162, Coastal Permit No. 103 and Grading Permit No. 1541.
4. The golf course and all related improvements shall conform to the
applicable development standards and conditions as specified in
Resolution No. 93 -93 for Conditional Use Permit No. 163, Coastal Permit
No. 103, and Grading Permit No. 1541, which are hereby incorporated
herein by reference.
5. This approval expires twenty -four (24) months from the date of approval
of the Vesting Tentative Tract Map and Tentative Parcel Map unless the
Final Map has been recorded. Extensions of up to one (1) year may be
granted by the Planning Commission, if requested in writing prior to
expiration.
6. The developer shall supply the City with one brownline and one print of
the recorded Final Map.
7. This approval is conditioned upon the applicant entering into an
agreement with the City of Rancho Palos Verdes within twenty (20) days
of the date of this approval, subject to approval by the City Attorney,
to indemnify and defend the City against all damages, claims,
judgements, and litigation costs, including, without limitation,
attorney's fees awarded to a prevailing party, arising from the approval
of the project and all issues related thereto.
8. The developer shall provide a minimum of four (4) dwelling units on -site
as rental housing, which shall be affordable to very low to low income
households. These units shall be provided on -site in conjunction with
development of the clubhouse and /or golf course maintenance facilities.
Each unit shall contain at least 850 square foot of living space and two
bedrooms. A minimum of two enclosed parking spaces shall be provided
for each unit. The units shall be available for rent within one year of
the opening of the clubhouse. A covenant which guarantees that the
affordable units shall not revert to market rate for a minimum period of
thirty years shall be recorded no later than the date of recordation of
the final map.
Project management, including tenant selection and income monitoring,
shall be provided in a manner to be approved by the City. First
priority for the units shall be given to very low to low income
employees of the Ocean Trails project. Second priority shall be given
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to persons within very low to low income levels working within four
miles of the City's coastal zone. Third priority shall be given to
persons within very low to low income levels, regardless of the location
of employment (if employed).
9. The total number of on -site market -rate dwelling units shall be limited
to one dwelling unit per buildable acre of land. However, as an
incentive to the developer to provide affordable housing, the four (4)
affordable dwelling units to be provided on -site, pursuant to Condition
No. A8 above, shall be allowed to exceed the one dwelling unit per
buildable acre maximum. However, in no event shall more than 83 units
(both market -rate and affordable) be constructed on the total project
site, which includes Vesting Tentative Tract Map Nos. 50666 and 50667.
10. The developer shall provide a minimum of four (4) dwelling units off -
site as rental housing, which shall be affordable to very low to low
income households.
The off -site units shall be located in the City, either within the
City's coastal zone or within three miles thereof, and shall not already
be designated for or used by persons or families of very low to moderate
income levels. The units shall contain at least 850 square feet of
habitable space and two bedrooms. The units shall be available for rent
at the time when 50% of the market -rate lots are available for sale.
The units shall remain affordable to very low to low income households
for a period of at least thirty years after initial occupancy at the
of f ordable rate .
Project management, including tenant selection and income monitoring,
shall be provided in a manner to be approved by the City. First
priority for the units shall be given to very low to low income
employees of the Ocean Trails project. Second priority shall be given
to persons within very low to low levels working within four miles of
the City's coastal zone. Third priority shall be given to persons
within very low to low income levels, regardless of the location of
employment (if employed).
B. SUBDIVISION MAP ACT
to Prior to submitting the Final Map for recording, pursuant to Section
66442 of the Government Code, the subdivider shall obtain clearances
from all affected departments and divisions, including a clearance from
the City Engineer for the following items: mathematical accuracy, survey
analysis, correctness of certificates and signatures, etc.
C. COUNTY RECORDER
1. If signatures of record or title interests appear on the Final Map, the
developer shall 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.
2. The account for the preliminary title report guarantee referenced in
Condition C1, should remain open until the Final Map is filed with the
County Recorder.
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D. ARCHAEOLOGY AND PALEONTOLOGY
1. A qualified archaeologist shall be present during all rough grading
operations to further evaluate cultural resources on the site. If
archaeological resources are found, all work in the affected area shall
be temporarily suspended and the resources shall be removed and
preserved. All "finds" shall be immediately reported to the Director of
Planning, Building and Code Enforcement. All archaeological finds
shall be first offered to the City for preservation.
2. A qualified paleontologist shall be present during all rough grading
operations to further evaluate pre - historic resources on the site. If
paleontological resources are found, all work in the affected areas
shall be temporarily suspended and the resources shall be removed and
preserved. All "finds" shall be immediately reported to the Director of
Environmental Resources. All paleontological finds shall be first
offered to the City for preservation.
E. BIOLOGY
1. Prior to issuance of grading permits, or prior to final of any map, the
developer shall submit a Final Biological Resources Preservation
Plan /Habitat Preservation Plan ( "BRPP /HPP") for review and comment by
local wildlife and habitat preservation groups, and subject to approval
by the Planning Commission.
2. A qualified biologist shall be present during all rough grading
operations to verify and ensure compliance with mitigation measures
contained in Environmental Impact Report No. 36 for preservation of
biological resources, and conformance with the conditions and
requirements of the Biological Resources Preservation Plan as described
in Condition E1 above.
F. SEWERS
1. Approval of this subdivision of land is contingent upon the
installation, dedication and use of local main line sewer and separate
house laterals to serve each lot of the land division.
2. If, because of future grading, or for other reasons, it is found that
the requirements of the Plumbing Code cannot be met on certain lots, no
building permit will be issued for the construction of homes on such
lots*
3. Sewer easements are tentatively required, subject to review by the City
Engineer to determine the final locations and requirements.
4. Prior to construction, the developer shall obtain approval of the sewer
improvement plans from the County Engineer Sewer Design and Maintenance
Division.
5. Prior to approval of the Final Map, the developer shall submit to the
Director of Planning, Building and Code Enforcement a written statement
from the County Sanitation District approving the design of the tract
with regard to the existing trunk line sewer. Said approval shall state
all conditions of approval, if any, and shall state that the County is
willing to maintain all connections to said trunk lines.
6. Prior to the recordation of the Final Map or issuance of building
permits, whichever occurs first, the developer shall post a bond, cash
deposit, or other City approved security to cover costs for construction
of a sanitary sewer system, in an amount to be determined by the City
Engineer.
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G. WATER
1. There shall be filed with the City Engineer a "will serve" statement
from the water purveyor indicating that water service can be provided to
meet the demands of the proposed development. Said statement shall be
dated no more than six (6) months prior to the issuance of the building
permits for the first phase of construction.
2. Prior to recordation of the Final Map or prior to the commencement of
work, whichever occurs first, the developer must submit a labor and
materials bond in an amount to be determined by the City Engineer 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 servicing 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.
3. A statement from the water purveyor shall be filed with the City
Engineer 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
tracts. Said statement shall be dated no more than six (6) months prior
to the issuance of the building permits for the first phase of
construction.
4. At the time the final subdivision improvement plans are 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 the
land division is contingent upon approval of the plans and
specifications mentioned above.
5. All lots and golf course facilities 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 Los Angeles County Fire
Department. 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 City Engineer.
Fire flow requirements shall be determined by the Los Angeles County
Fire Department and evidence of approval by the Los Angeles County Fire
Chief is required. The developer shall be responsible for installation
of any fire hydrants or other improvements required by the Los Angeles
County Fire Department.
6. Framing of structures shall not begin until after the Los Angeles County
Fire Department has determined that there is adequate fire fighting
water and access available to the said structures.
H. DRAINAGE
1. Drainage plans and necessary support documents to comply with the
following requirements must be approved prior to the recordation of the
Final Map or commencement of work, whichever occurs first:
a. Provide drainage facilities in accordance with the Runoff
Management Plan to remove any flood hazard to the satisfaction of
the City Engineer and dedicate and show easements on the Final
Map.
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b. Eliminate sheet overflow and ponding or elevate the floors of the
buildings, with all openings in the foundation walls to be at
least twelve inches above the finished pad grade.
C. Provide drainage facilities to protect the residential lots and
golf course from high velocity scouring action.
d. Provide for contributory drainage from adjoining properties.
e. Redirect high flow runoff away from the natural drainage courses
and retain low flows to maintain adequate soil moisture
conditions.
2. In accordance with Section 1601 and 1602 of the California Fish and Game
Code, the State Department of Fish and Game, 350 Golden Shore, Long
Beach, California 90802, telephone (310) 435 -7741, shall be notified
prior to commencement of work within the natural drainage courses
crossing the site.
3. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers shall be contacted prior to alteration
of any drainage courses on -site to determine jurisdiction and permit
requirements, if any, with respect to Section 404 of the Clean Water Act
(as amended 1984).
4. All storm drain facilities shall be designed and constructed so as to be
accepted for maintenance by the Los Angeles County Public Works
Department, Flood Control Division, subject to review and approval by
the City Engineer.
5. The City shall form a maintenance district, consisting of the
residential property owners and golf course owner(s) within the tract,
to cover the maintenance costs associated with all drainage outlet
structures that are not accepted for maintenance by the Los Angeles
County Public Works Department Flood Control Division, that carry storm
water generated by, or passing through, the residential and golf course
areas on the site to the ocean. Neither the developer, nor any
successor in interest, including but not limited to individual
purchasers of any lot within the tract, shall object to the formation of
such a maintenance district by the City. All fees associated with such
a maintenance district shall be calculated by the Director of Public
Works, and shall be based on a proportionate fair share between the
owner(s) of the golf course and owners of each residential property.
Written notice of this condition shall be provided to purchasers of the
golf course and purchasers of any individual lot within the development.
This condition shall also be included in the CC & R's for the tract.
6. All drainage swales and any other on -grade drainage facilities,
including gunite, shall be of earth tone color and shall be reviewed and
approved by the Director of Planning, Building and Code Enforcement.
7. Prior to the issuance of grading permits or prior to final of any map,
whichever occurs first, the developer shall submit a Final Run Off
Management and Water Quality Control Plans for review and approval by
the Planning Commission. These plans may only be approved if they meet
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit
regulations and requirements.
I. STREETS
1. Prior to recordation of the Final Map or commencement of work, whichever
occurs first, the developer shall post a bond, cash deposit, or other
City- approved security to cover costs for the full improvements of all
proposed on -site and off -site streets and related improvements, in an
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amount to be determined by the Director of Public Works. The bonding
for said improvements may be posted in conjunction with the phasing plan
as per Resolution No. 93 -92 for Conditional Use Permit No. 162,
Condition No. C1.
2. The proposed on -site streets shall be public and designed to the
satisfaction of the Director of Public Works. Prior to recordation of
the Final Map, the developer shall submit design specifications for the
on -site streets to the Director of Public Works for approval, pursuant
to the following specifications:
a. "A" and "D" Streets shall be a minimum of thirty four (34) feet in
width, measured flow line to flow line. Parkway widths shall be a
minimum of four (4) feet on the northerly side of the street and
eight (8) feet on the southerly side of the street. The total
right -of -way width shall be forty six (46) feet. The final map
shall reflect these standards.
b. "B" and "C" Streets shall be a minimum of thirty four (34) feet in
width, measured flow line to flow line. Parkway widths shall be a
minimum of eight (8) feet on each side. The total right -of -way
width shall be f ifty ( 50 ) feet. The f inal map shall reflect these
standards.
C. Paseo del Mar shall be a minimum of sixty -two (62) feet, measured
flow line to flow line, and shall include on- street parking as
described in Condition Ile below. Parkway width shall be a
minimum of twelve (12) feet along the south side of Paseo del Mar,
and shall be a minimum of eight (8) feet along the north side of
Paseo del Mar. The total right -of -way width shall be eighty -two
(82) feet. The final tract map shall reflect these standards.
d. A public off - street parking area containing a minimum of six (6)
parking stalls shall be provided south of Palos Verdes Drive
South and west of "A" Street. Said parking area shall be at the
same grade as Palos Verdes Drive South, shall contain a minimum of
six (6) parking spaces, and one (1) parking space shall be
reserved for handicapped use. The design of the off - street
parking area and any time restrictions shall be submitted for
review and approval by the Director of Public Works. Parking and
access to this area shall be prohibited after dusk.
e. A public on- street public parking area containing a minimum of
fifty (50) parking spaces shall be provided at the terminus of
Paseo del Mar. The design of the on- street parking and
circulation plan is subject to the review and approval of the
Director of Public Works. Said on- street parking area shall
contain a minimum of five (5) handicapped parking spaces. The
design of the on- street parking area and any time restrictions
shall be submitted for review and approval by the Director of
Public Works. Parking and access to this area shall be
prohibited after dusk.
f. A public off - street amenities area for public use as an off - street
parking area and /or bicycle rest stop shall be provided in the
public right -of -way along the north side of Palos Verdes Drive
South between Palos Verdes Drive East and Seacliff Drive, which is
located outside the Coastal Zone. The design of the off- street
parking area shall be implemented in conformance with proposals by
the Seacliff Hills Homeowner's Association as part of the public
amenities plan for the tract. The final design of this area is
subject to the review and approval by either the City Council or
by the Planning Commission as part of the public amenities plan
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required by Condition G1 of Resolution No. 93 -92 and Condition 01
of Resolution No. 93'-93.
g. All streets shall have a vertical type curb. The developer may
request roll type curbs, subject to the review and approval of the
Director of Public Works.
h. Handicapped access ramps which conform to all standards and
specifications in Title 24 of the Uniform Building Code shall be
provided at all sidewalks and at all locations where public trails
intersect with streets and /or sidewalks in or adjacent to the
subject development.
i. Cul -de -sacs shall be designed to the specifications of the
Director of Public Works.
j. Street and traffic signs shall be placed at all intersections
and /or corners as specified by the Director of Public Works,
conform to City Standards, and be shown on a signage and striping
plan to be attached to the street plans.
k. Sidewalks, where required, shall be concrete, a minimum of four
(4 ) feet wide, located four ( 4 ) feet behind the flow line.
1. All proposed streets shall be designed in substantially the same
alignment as shown on Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 50667.
3. The developer shall be responsible for the design and construction of
the realignment Palos Verdes Drive South from Conqueror Drive to the
eastern City limits. Plans for the realignment and reconstruction shall
be submitted for review and approval by the Director of Public Works and
shall include a minimum twelve (12) foot wide median from Conqueror
Drive to La Rotunda Drive. In addition, the developer shall be
responsible for the design and construction of curb and gutter and full
median .improvements adjacent to the Portuguese Bend Club. The
construction and realignment shall also include provisions for the
future signalization of the intersections at Palos Verdes Drive South
and Forrestal Drive and at Palos Verdes Drive South and La Rotunda
Drive, including the installation of all necessary underground
facilities and utilities during construction so that subsequent
installation of signals at either intersection can be accomplished
without requiring future road cuts.
4. Prior to recordation of any map, the project shall contribute to the
installment of the following street improvements based on a "fair share"
of the cost, which will be allotted only to new traffic:
a. Construction of a second westbound left -turn lane at the
intersection of Hawthorne Boulevard and Palos Verdes Drive West.
b. Construction of a second eastbound left -turn lane and a second
southbound right -turn lane at the intersection of Western and 25th
Street, if approved by the City of Los Angeles. The developer
shall be responsible for contacting the appropriate agencies in
the City of Los Angeles and shall provide necessary documentation
to the City of Rancho Palos Verdes Director of Public Works,
including a letter of approval from the City of Los Angeles, for
determination of the project's fair share of the cost for
improvements to the above intersection.
5. The developer shall be responsible for repairs to any public streets
which may be damaged during development of the tract. Prior to issuance
of grading permits, the developer shall post a bond, cash deposit or
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City - approved security, in an amount sufficient to-cover the costs to
repair any damage to streets and appurtenant structures as a result of
this development.
6. The developer shall pay traffic impact fees in an amount determined by
the Director of Public Works upon the completion of all on -site public
improvements, including, but not limited to, streets, drainage, and
utility improvements.
7. Unless already dedicated to the City, the developer shall dedicate to
the City vehicular access rights to Palos Verdes Drive South, Paseo Del
Mar, and La Rotunda Drive. A note to this effect shall be placed on the
Final Map.
8. Prior to recordation of any final map, the developer shall post a
security, bond, or cash deposit acceptable to the City in an amount to
be determined by the Director of Public Works to cover the project's
fair share of the cost of signalizing the intersection of Palos Verdes
Drive South and Forrestal Drive at Paseo Del Mar, and the intersection
of Palos Verdes Drive South and La Rotunda Drive.
9. Access to Lots 39 and 40 as shown on Vesting Tentative Tract Map 50667
shall be via a private driveway, with a maximum width of twenty -four
(24) feet.
10. Access to Lots 21 and 22 as shown on Vesting Tentative Tract Map 50667
may be taken via a private driveway, with a maximum width of twenty -four
(24) feet.
11. Prior to recordation of the final map, the developer shall process an
application for vacation of the portions of the street right -of -way
along Paseo del Mar which are to be developed for golf course uses.
12. Should the geology for residential Lots 34 -38 not be accepted for
construction of residential properties by the City Geologist and are not
developed for residential purposes, then the configuration of Street "A"
shall be revised to cul -de -sac near the northeastern corner of Lot 33,
and the connection to Palos Verdes Drive South shall be eliminated.
J. UTILITIES
1. All utilities to and on the lots and golf course 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 the
developer's expense.
K. GEOLOGY
1. Prior to recordation of the Final Map or commencement of work, whichever
occurs first, a bond, cash deposit, or combination thereof, shall be
posted to cover costs for any geologic hazard abatement in an amount to
be determined by the City Engineer.
2. Prior to recordation of the Final Map or prior to commencement of work,
whichever occurs first, a bond, cash deposit, or other City- approved
security, shall be posted to cover the costs of grading in an amount to
be determined by the City Engineer.
3. If the geology for residential Lots 34 -38 is not accepted to the
satisfaction of the City Geologist prior to recordation of the Final
Map, these lots shall not be developed for residential purposes, but
may be used for golf course and /or habitat restoration purposes. If
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these lots are developed for golf course uses, they shall be subject to
all applicable conditions pertaining to revised Conditional Use Permit
No. 163 in Resolution No. 93 -93.
L. EASEMENTS
1. Easements shall not be granted or recorded within areas proposed to be
granted, dedicated, or offered for dedication or 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.
2. Prior to the recordation of the Final Map, the developer shall submit
design specifications for construction of bike lanes and pedestrian
trails within the boundaries of the project site for review and approval
by the Director's of Environmental Services, Public Works, and
Recreation and Parks, and the Recreation and Parks Committee.
3. All easements are subject to review by the City Engineer to determine
the final locations and requirements.
4. The developer shall dedicate to the City of Rancho Palos Verdes, record
on the final map, and construct to Conceptual Trails Plan standards a
twelve (12) foot wide public Class I paved bicycle trail easement
parallel to Palos Verdes Drive South as shown in the attached Exhibit
"B" from Point "B" to Point "M ". This trail shall have a minimum tread
width of eight (8) feet, shall be constructed in a linear parkway along
the south side of Palos Verdes Drive South, and shall be separated as_
much as possible from the roadway by a grade change and landscaping.
5. The developer shall dedicate to the City of Rancho Palos Verdes, record
on the final map, and construct to Conceptual Trails Plan standards a
six (6) foot wide soft footed public pedestrian trail easement with an
easy level of difficulty parallel to Palos Verdes Drive south and
adjacent to the trail described above in Condition L4 as shown in the
attached Exhibit "B" from Point "B" to Point "M ". This trail shall have
a minimum tread width of four (4) feet, shall be constructed in a linear
parkway along the south side of Palos Verdes Drive South, and shall be
separated as much as possible from the roadway by a grade change and
landscaping.
6. The developer shall construct a Class II bikeway within the public
right -of -way on the north and south side of Palos Verdes Drive South as
shown in the attached Exhibit "B" from Point "B" to Point "M ".
7. The developer shall construct a Class II bikeway within the public
right -of -way on the north and south sides of La Rotunda Drive as shown
in the attached Exhibit "B" from Point "H" to Point "K ". This trail
shall connect with other trails as described in Resolution No. 93 -90 for
Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 50666 and Tentative Parcel Map No.
23004, Condition Nos. L4 -L8, and shall connect with the Class II bicycle
trail described above in Condition L6.
8. The developer shall dedicate to the City of Rancho Palos Verdes, record
on the final map, and construct to Conceptual Trails Plan standards an
eighteen (18) foot wide Class I and soft footed pedestrian trail
easement with an easy level of difficulty as shown in the attached
Exhibit "B" beginning at the intersection of Palos Verdes Drive South
and Point "B" and connecting to Point "T" along the eastern side of
Paseo del Mar. The minimum tread width for the pedestrian trail shall
be four (4) feet and the minimum tread width for the Class I bicycle
trail shall be eight (8) feet.
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9. The developer shall dedicate to the City of Rancho Palos Verdes, record
on the final map, and construct to Conceptual Trails Plan standards a
four (4) foot wide soft footed pedestrian trail easement with a
challenging level of difficulty as shown in the attached Exhibit "B"
beginning at the intersection of Palos Verdes Drive South and Point "J"
and connecting to Point "G". A barrier to prevent the use of the trail
by bicycles and motorized vehicles shall be erected at Points "J" and
"G ". The minimum tread width of the trail shall be two (2) feet.
10. The developer shall dedicate to the City of Rancho Palos Verdes, record
on the final map, and construct to Conceptual Trails Plan standards a
four (4) foot wide soft footed pedestrian trail easement with a
challenging level of difficulty as shown in the attached Exhibit "B"
beginning at the intersection of Palos Verdes Drive South and Point "L ",
connecting to Points "S", "R ", and terminating at Point "F ". A barrier
to prevent the use of the trail by bicycles and motorized vehicles shall
be erected both at the intersection of Palos Verdes Drive South Point
"L" , and at Point "F ". Signs identifying the trail as a sensitive
habitat area and prohibiting use of the trail by bicycles and motorized
vehicles shall be erected on or near the barriers. The minimum tread
with of the trail shall be two ( 2 ) feet.
11. The developer shall be responsible for the construction of all public
trails specified in conditions L4 -L10 and shall provide a bond, or other
money surety for the construction of such public trails in an amount to
be determined by the Director of Public Works. Construction of said
trails shall coincide with the rough grading activity within each
workable phase and shall be completed upon acceptance of all street
improvements by the City. Dedication of the public trails shall occur
at the time the final map is recorded.
12. The developer shall dedicate to the City of Rancho Palos Verdes and
record on the final map a lateral public access easement for passive
recreational use from the twenty -five (25) foot contour line seaward to
the tract boundary.
13. The developer shall dedicate to the City of Rancho Palos Verdes, record
on the final map, and construct to Conceptual Trails Plan standards, a
four (4) foot wide soft footed public pedestrian trail easement with an
intermediate level of difficulty and minimum tread width of two (2) feet
as shown in the attached Exhibit "E" beginning at Point "V" and
terminating at Point "S ". A barrier to prevent the use of the trail by
bicycles and motorized vehicles shall be erected at Point "V ". Signs
identifying the trail as a sensitive habitat area and prohibiting use of
the trail by bicycles and motorized vehicles shall be erect on or near
the barrier.
14. The developer shall dedicate to the City of Rancho Palos Verdes, record
on the final map, and construct to Conceptual Trails Plan standards, a
four (4) foot wide soft footed public pedestrian trail easement with an
intermediate level of difficulty and minimum tread width of two (2) feet
as shown in the attached Exhibit "E" beginning at Point "R" and
terminating at the project's eastern boundary at Point "P". A barrier
to prevent the use of the trail by bicycles and motorized vehicles shall
be erected at Point IIPII. Signs identifying the trail as a sensitive
habitat area and prohibiting use of the trail by bicycles and motorized
vehicles shall be erect on or near the barrier.
M. SURVEY MONUMENTATION
1. Prior to recordation of the Final Map, a bond, cash deposit, or
combination thereof, shall be posted to cover costs to establish survey
monumentation, in an amount to be determined by the City Engineer.
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2. Within twenty -four (24) months from the date of filing the Final Map,
the developer shall set remaining required survey monuments and center
line tie points and furnish the center line tie notes to the City
Engineer.
3. All lot corners shall be referenced with permanent survey markers in
accordance with City Municipal Code.
N. STREET NAMES AND NUMBERING
1. Any street names and house numbering plans shall be provided to the City
by the developer for approval by the City Engineer.
O. PARK AND OPEN SPACE DEDICATION AND MAINTENANCE
1. Prior to recordation of the Final Map, the developer shall pay to the
City of Rancho Palos Verdes, dedicate land, or a combination thereof to
satisfy requirements of the Quimby Act. The land value used to
calculate the fee shall be determined through a M.A.I. appraisal
prepared and provided to the City within 60 days of City approval of the
project.
20 In order to cover the maintenance costs associated with all public parks
and trails located within the tract, the City shall either 1) form a
maintenance district consisting of the residential property owners and
golf course owner(s) within the tract; or 2) include such areas in a
City wide assessment district; or 3) otherwise assume responsibility for
the maintenance of such areas. Neither the developer nor any successors
in interest, including but not limited to individual purchasers of any
individual lot(s), shall object to the formation of any such
maintenance district(s) by the City. All fees associated with any such
maintenance district(s) shall be calculated by the Director of Public
Works and shall be based on a proportionate fair share between the
owner(s) of the golf course and owner of each residential property, or
as otherwise deemed appropriate by the City based on the type of
maintenance district formed and the allocation of benefits. Written
notice of this condition shall be provided to purchasers of the golf
course and purchasers of any individual lot within the development.
This condition shall also be included in the CC & R's for the tract.
3. The developer shall dedicate to the City of Rancho Palos Verdes and
record on the final map Lots G and M for public open space. Lot G (East
Bluff Preserve) shall be a minimum of 7.7 acres in size. Lot M (East
Vista Park) shall be a minimum of 1.2 acres.
4. The developer shall dedicate to the City of Rancho Palos Verdes and
record on the final map Lot I to include the Coastal Bluff Dedication
with a minimum area of 10.1 acres and the East /West Access Corridor
with a minimum area of 3 acres for public open space. The final
configuration of the Access Corridor shall be determined prior to
issuance of grading permits or prior to final of any map, whichever
occurs first.
P. RELATED APPLICATIONS
1. The approval is conditioned upon compliance with all conditions of
approval for Conditional Use Permit No. 162 and Grading Application No.
1541, which are incorporated herein by reference and are hereby made a
part of this approval.
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2. This approval is conditioned upon compliance with all mitigation
measures contained in Environmental Impact Report No. 36 and the
Mitigation Monitoring Program which are incorporated herein by reference
and are hereby made a part of this approval.
Q. COASTAL ZONE RESTRICTION
1. 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.
This area shall be designated on the map as "Building Grading
Restriction" area. All lots shown of the final map shall provide for a
minimum buildable area of 3,000 square feet of contiguous area,
exclusive of required setbacks and any portions of the lot located
seaward of the Building Grading Restriction Line or they shall be
eliminated from the final map-,
R. MITIGATION MONITORING PROGRAM
1. All costs associated with implementation of the Mitigation Monitoring
Program shall be the responsibility of the developer.
2. Condition A2 shall be revised to read as follows: "The City's fees for
processing a Final Map shall be paid within six (6) months of approval
of the Vesting Tentative Tract Map and Tentative Parcel Map by the last
responsible public agency."
3. Condition E1 shall be revised to read as follows: "Prior to the
issuance of grading permits or prior to final of any map, whichever
occurs first, the developer shall submit a . . ."
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