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CC RES 1992-026RESOLUTION NO. 92 -26 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COIINCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES APPROVING VESTING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 46628 FOR A RESIDENTIAL SUBDIVISION WITH 79 SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL LOTS AND 5 COMMON OPEN SPACE LOTS LOCATED AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF PALOS VERDES DRIVE WEST AND HAW'I'HORNE BOIILEVARD. WHEREAS, H.M.D.I., Inc. has requested approval of a Vesting Tentative Tract Map for the creation of ninety -three (93) single family residential lots and one (1) common open space lot on a 132 acre site located northwest of the intersection of Palos Verdes Drive West and Hawthorne Boulevard, pursuant to the Residential Planned Development provisions of the City's Development Code; and WHEREAS, Draft and Final Environmental Impact Reports were prepared and circulated in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act and the Planning Commission considered the information, conclusions and mitigation measures contained in these documents in making a recommendation to the City Council for approval of the proposed residential project; and WHEREAS, after notice issued pursuant to the provisions of the City Development Code, the Planning Commission held a public hearing on the environmental review of the project applications on October 8, 1991, and held public hearing on the project on October 22, November 12, and November 26, 1991 and January 14 and February 5, 1992, at which time all interested parties were given an opportunity to be heard and present evidence; and WHEREAS, after notice issued pursuant to the provision of the City Development Code, the City Council held a public hearing on March 3, 1992, 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: That the creation of seventy -nine (79) single family residential lots, five (5) common open space lots and related improvements, as conditioned, is consistent with the type of land use and density identified in the City's General Plan and Coastal Specific Plan. Section 2: That the creation of seventy -nine (79) single family residential lots, 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, the deletion of fourteen (14) lots from the original submittal preserved 51% of the site as open space, increased the average size and dimensions of the residential lots, protected public views over the site and preserved natural habitat areas. Section 3: That the use of the lots shall be for single family residential dwelling units, common open space and related improvements, which is compatible with the objectives, policies, programs and land use specified in the General Plan and the Urban, Natural and Socio /Cultural Overlay Control Districts, which have been established to protect existing drainage courses, natural vegetation and extreme slopes within the City. Section 4: That the subject property is physically suitable to accommodate Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 46628, as conditioned, in terms of design and density and will not result in substantial environmental damage based on consideration of information contained in Environmental Impact Report No. 35, implementation of mitigation measures, which have been incorporated into the conditions of this approval and compliance with the City's Development Code and General Plan. Section 5: That the creation of the lots, single family residential dwelling units, and associated improvements will not be materially detrimental to property values, jeopardize, endanger, or otherwise constitute a menace to the surrounding area, since physical improvements, dedications and maintenance agreements are required. Section 6: 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. Section 7: 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 8: That the design of the subdivision and the type of improvements associated with it are not likely to cause serious public health problems. Section 9: That the design of the subdivision and the type of improvements will not conflict with easements acquired by the public at large for access through or use of property within the proposed subdivision. Section 10: That the vesting tentative tract map design provided for future passive or natural heating or cooling opportunities in the subdivision to the extent feasible, Resolution No. 92 -26 Page 2 of 3 Section 11: That the vesting tentative tract map does not propose to divide land which is subject to a contract entered into pursuant to the California Land Conservation Act of 1965. Section 12: That dedications required by local ordinance are shown on the tentative map and /or are set forth in the conditions of approval attached hereto in Exhibit "A ". Section 13: That the City Council considered the effect of approval of the 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 14: That the proposed project, as conditioned, mitigates or reduces significant adverse effects to adjacent properties or the permitted uses thereof. The City Council finds that social, recreational and other benefits of the project outweigh any unavoidable adverse environmental impacts that may occur. Due to the overriding benefits and considerations, the City Council hereby finds that any unavoidable adverse environmental impacts of the project are acceptable. Resolution No. 92 -25, including the detailed statements of overriding considerations, is made part of this resolution, by reference, pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act. Section 15: That all of the mitigation measures required in Environmental Impact Report No..35 are hereby incorporated into the conditions of approval for the vesting tentative tract map. Section 16: For the foregoing reasons, and based on information and findings contained in the public record, including all staff reports, minutes, records of proceeding and evidence presented at the public hearings, the City Council of the City of Rancho Palos Verdes hereby approves Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 46628, subject to-the conditions of approval contained in the attached Exhibit "A ", which are necessary to protect the public health, safety and general welfare in the area. PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED this 17th day of March, 1992. Resolution No, 92 -26 Page 3 of 3 CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES) I, Jo Purcell, City Clerk of the City of Rancho Palos Verdes, hereby certify that the above Resolution No. 92 -26 was duly and regularly passed and adopted by the said City Council at a regular meeting hereof held on March 17, 19920 CITY CLERIvyR; CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES Resolution No. 92 -26 Page 4 of 3 RESOLUTION NO. 92 -26 EXHIBIT "A" VESTING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO, 46628 CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL A. GENERAL 1. Within thirty (30) days of approval of the tentative map the developer 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 by the City Council. 3. All lots shall conform to minimum development standards as specified in Resolution No. for Conditional Use Permit No. 158, Coastal Permit No. 94 and Grading No, 1439. 4. This approval expires twenty -four (24) months from the date of approval of the Vesting Tentative Tract Map by the City Council 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. 5. The developer shall supply the City with one brownline and one print of the recorded Final Map, 6. Within sixty (60) days of approval of this vesting tentative tract map by the City Council, the developer shall enter into a development agreement or other agreement with the City of Rancho Palos Verdes, which is completely satisfactory to the City. The City shall have the exclusive discretion to extend the sixty (60) day time limit and /or to relieve the developer of the obligation of complying with this condition of approval.. B. SUBDIVISION MAP ACT 1. Prior to submitting the Final Map for recording pursuant to Section 66442 of the Government Code, the developer 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 this preliminary title report guarantee referenced in Condition C1 shall remain open until the Final Map is filed with the County Recorder. D. ARCHAEOLOGY AND PALEONTOLOGY 1. A qualified archaeologist shall be present during all rough grading operations in previously undisturbed areas 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 donated to the City. All "finds" shall be immediately reported to the Director of Environmental Services. 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 area shall be temporarily suspended and the resources shall be removed and donated to the City. All "finds" shall be immediately reported to the Director of Environmental Services. E, 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 1 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 Resol . 92-261 Exhibit "A" Page 2 of 10 submit to the Director of Environmental Services 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 start of work, 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. 7. The sewer pump station mechanical equipment (including, but not limited to, chambers and pumps) shall be enclosed in subterranean vaults and adequately baffled to minimize sound attenuation. Any above ground equipment associated with the stations (including, but not limited to, electronic controls and vents) shall be adequately screened from public view. F* 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. 29 Prior to recordation of the Final Map or prior to commencement of work whichever occurs first, the developer must 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 developer 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. 39 There shall be filed with the City Engineer 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 needs of the developed tract. 4. At the time the final subdivision improvement plans are submitted for checking, plans and specification for the water systems facilities shall be submitted to the City Resol, 92 -26, Exhibit "A" Page 3 of 10 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. 5. All lots shall be served by an adequately sized water system 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 ze 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 Fire Chief is required. 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. G. 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 to remove the flood hazard to the satisfaction of the City Engineer and dedicate and show easements on the Final Map. 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 lots from high velocity scouring action. d. Provide for contributory drainage from adjoining properties. e. Protect the existing wetlands area identified in the northeast corner of the property during a 50 year storm frequency and preserve this area during normal low-flow conditions. 2. All storm drain facilities shall be designed and constructed so as to be accepted for maintenance by the Los Angeles Count Public Works Department, Flood Control Division, • y oval b the City Engineer. The subject to review and approval y y g one exception to this is that the outlet structures of slant drilled drains are to be maintained by others, pursuant to Resol. 92 -26, Exhibit "A" Page 4 of 10 Condition G3. The developer shall provide all necessary easements associated with the above referenced storm drain facilities. 3. All storm drain facilities shall be designed, constructed and maintained in compliance with applicable requirements of the California Clean Water Act. 4. The City shall form a maintenance district, consisting of the residential property owners within the tract, to cover the maintenance costs associated with all drainage outlet structures that carry storm water generated by, or passing through, the residential areas on the site to the ocean. 5. If it is found that the on -site swale near the southern boundary of the project site has inadequate capacity to handle upstream and project site flows during a 50 year storm, the swale shall be improved to handle these flows prior to issuance of project building permits. 6. In accordance with Section 1601 and 1602 Fish and Game Code, the State Department 350 Golden Shore, Long Beach, California (310) 4 3 5 - 7 7 41, shall be notified prior work within any natural drainage courses project. of the California of Fish and Game, 90802, telephone to commencement of affected by this 7. All drainage swales and any other on -grade drainage facilities, including gunite, shall be of an earth tone color and shall be reviewed and approved by the Director of Environmental Services. 8. It shall be the responsibility of each property owner to maintain and prevent obstruction of all at -grade bench drains located on their residential lot. H. 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 improvement of all proposed on -site and off -site streets and related improvements, in an amount to be determined by the Director of Public Works. 2. The proposed on -site streets shall be public and designed to the satisfaction of the Director of Public Works, pursuant to the following specifications: a. "A" Street, between Hawthorne Boulevard and "B" Street, shall be 66 feet in width, from flow line to flow line. On- street parking shall be prohibited. Parkway width shall be a minimum of 10 feet on each side. The total right -of -way width shall be 86 feet. Resol. 92 -261 Exhibit "A" Page 5 of 10 b. "A" Street, between "B" Street and the east side of the off - street parking area, shall be twenty -six (26) feet in width, from flow-line to flow -line. On- street parking shall be prohibited, except as provided in Condition H2c. The total right -of -way width shall be f ifty (50) f eet . The roadway shall be placed as far to the east side of the right -of -way as possible adjacent to the rear property lines of Lots 6 through 14 to increase the linear distance between the roadway and the top of the bluff. C. An on- street public parking area shall be provided on the landward side of "A" Street between Lots 20 and 22, and between Lots 24 and 26. Each parking area shall be at the same grade as the roadway, shall contain a minimum of six (6) parking spaces and one space in each area shall be reserved for handicapped use. The design of the on- street parking area shall be reviewed and approved by the Director of Public Works. d. An off - street public parking area shall be provided in the northwest portion of Lot 82, on the seaward side of "A" Street, and shall contain twenty -f ive ( 2 5 ) parking spaces. e. "A" Street, between the east side of the off- street parking area and Palos Verdes Drive West shall be thirty -six (36) feet in width from flow line to flow line. On street parking shall be provided on the north side of the street. The design of the parking shall be reviewed and approved by the Director of Public Works. The total right-of-way width shall be fifty (50) feet . f. Parking in the off - street lot referenced in Condition H2d and the on- street areas referenced in Conditions H2c, H2e and H4 shall be prohibited after dusk. g "B" Street, "C" Street, "D" Street and "E" Street shall be thirty-four (34) f eet in width, measured from flow- line to flow-line. Parkway width shall be a minimum of eight (8) feet on each side. The total right-of-way width shall be fifty (50) feet . On- street parking shall be prohibited on that section of "C" Street between "A" Street and "B" Street and along the entire length of "D" Street. h. All streets shall have a vertical type curb. The landowner may request roll type curbs, subject to the review and approval of the Director of Public Works. i. Sidewalks, where required, shall be concrete, a minimum of f our (4) f eet wide, located f our (4) f oot behind the flow-line. Resol. 92 -26, Exhibit "A" Page 6 of 10 j. Handicapped access ramps which conform to all standards and specifications in Title 24 of the Uniform Building Code and equestrian ramps to be reviewed by the Trails Committee shall be provided at all locations where public trails intersect with streets in or adjacent to the subject development. k. Cul -de -sacs shall be designed to the specifications of the Director of Public Works. 1. 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. M, Except for the intersections of "A" Street and Palos Verdes Drive West, as required by the Director of Public Works, no street lights shall be permitted within the tract. n. All proposed streets shall be designed in substantially the same alignment as shown on the approved Vesting Tentative Tract Map No, 46628. 3. 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 cost of re- signalizing and re- constructing, if necessary, the intersection of Hawthorne Boulevard and Palos Verdes Drive West as a four - way intersection. 4. The developer shall construct a vehicular turn -out and parking area on the west side of Palos Verdes Drive West, just north of the intersection with Rue Beaupre, to accommodate a minimum of five (5) parking spaces. The design of the turn -out shall be reviewed and approved by the Director of Public Works. 5. The developer shall be responsible for repairs to any City 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 City approved security, in an amount sufficient to cover the costs to repair any damage to City streets and related structures as a result of this project. 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. Resol. 92 -26, Exhibit "A" Page 7 of 10 7. Unless already dedicated to shall dedicate to the City Verdes Drive West., A note the Final Map. I. UTILITIES the City, the developer vehicular access rights to Palos to this effect shall be placed on 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 the developer's expense. J. 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. K. 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. The developer shall construct a Class II, painted bike lane, within the public right -of -way along the length of the project's frontage on Palos Verdes Drive West between the north property boundary and Hawthorne Boulevard. 3. The developer shall construct a Class I, paved bike lane, within the public parkway along the length of the project's frontage on Palos Verdes Drive West between Hawthorne Boulevard and the south property boundary. 4. The developer shall construct a public pedestrian /equestrian - trail, a minimum of 6 feet in width, within the public parkway along the entire length of the project's frontage on Palos Verdes Drive West. Resol. 92 -26, Exhibit "A" Page 8 of 10 5. The developer shall dedicate to the City of Rancho Palos Verdes, record on the Final Map and construct a continuous eight (8) foot wide Class I bicycle trail within the parkway along the seaward side of "A" Street beginning at the north entrance on Palos Verdes Drive West and ending at the south entrance at Hawthorne Boulevard. 6. The developer shall dedicate to the City of Rancho Palos Verdes, record on the Final Map and construct a four (4) foot wide pedestrian trail within a ten (10) foot wide public pedestrian trail easement beginning at the Seascape Trail in the Lunada Point development, along the bluff top to the Interpretive Center Trail on the Interpretive Center property. 7. The developer shall dedicate to the City of Rancho Palos Verdes, record on the Final Map and construct a continuous four (4) foot wide pedestrian trail within the parkway along the seaward side of "A" Street beginning at the southwest corner of the intersection of Palos Verdes Drive West and Hawthorne Boulevard and connecting with the bluff top pedestrian trail referenced in Condition K6. The pedestrian trail shall be located on the seaward side of the bicycle trail referenced in Condition K5. 81 The developer shall dedicate to the City of Rancho Palos Verdes, record on the Final Map and construct a four (4) foot wide public pedestrian trail within a 40 foot wide access easement between Lots 19 and 20, connecting "B" Street to open space Lot 82. 9. The developer shall dedicate to the City of Rancho Palos Verdes and record on the Final Map a 40 foot wide wildlife access easement between Lots 26 and 27, connecting "A" Street and "B" Street. The developer shall fence and landscape the easement with native plant materials, subject to the review and approval of the project biologist. 10. The developer shall be responsible for the construction of all public trails specified in Conditions K2, K3, K4, K5, K61 K7 and K8 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 project grading activity and shall be completed upon certification of rough grading. Dedication of the public trails shall occur at the time that the Final Map is recorded. 11. All easements are subject to review by the City Engineer to determine the final locations and requirements. Resol. 92 -26, Exhibit "A" Page 9 of 10 L. 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. 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. M. 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. 2. The north and south portions of "A" Street shall have street names that are clearly different from each other, and may not include only a reference to direction (i.e. North "A" Street and South "A" Street). N. PARK DEDICATION 1. At the time of recordation of the Final Map, the developer shall dedicate to the City of Rancho Palos Verdes all common open space, including Lots 80, 81, 82, 83 and 84. This parkland dedication shall be accepted by the City in lieu of payment of a park dedication fee. O. RELATED APPLICATIONS 1. This approval is conditioned upon compliance with all conditions of approval for Conditional Use Permit No. 158, Coastal Permit No. 94, Grading Application No. 1439 and Environmental Impact Report No. 35, 2. This approval is conditioned upon compliance with all mitigation measures contained in Environmental Impact Report No. 35, which are herein incorporated as conditions of approval of this permit. P. MITIGATION MONITORING PROGRAM 1. All costs associated with implementation of the Mitigation Monitoring Program shall be the responsibility of the developer. Resol. 92 -26, Exhibit "A" Page 10 of 10