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PC MINS 19880712MINUTES ' PLANNING COMMISSION JULY 12, 1988 The meeting was called to order at 7:35 p.m. by Chairman Connolly at Besse Park Community Building, 29301 Hawthorne Boulevard. PRESENT: Ortolano, Von Hagen, Connnolly, NcNulty, Wike ABSENT: None Also present were Director of Environmental Services Robert Benard, Senior Planner Ann Negendank, Assistant Planner Greg Fuz, and Associate Planner Ben Ortega. COMMUNICATIONS Chairman Connolly reported that a number of communications had been received and would be addressed at the time the agenda item was heard. CONSENT CALENDAR Director of Environmental Services Benard advised the Commission that Variance No. 189 the communication from John Vanderlip 99 Vanderlip Drive could have an impact on Item IVB and should not be considered unless a new hearing was scheduled and noticed. Chairman Connolly advised Staff that a water tank should be stationed at Green Hills Memorial Park if there were any complaints of inordinate amounts of dust as a result of grading for crypt expansion (Item IVC.) Motion was made by Commissioner Von Hagen and seconded by Commissioner Wike to approve the Consent Calendar. Motion passed unanimously. Commissioner McNulty abstained from voting on Item B. Appeal rights were noted by Chairman Connolly. Commissioner Wike proposed that the item under New Business follow, since most of the audience were present to speak to the Draft Environ- mental Impact Report under Public Hearings. NEW BUSINESS Grading No. 1145 86 Rockinghorse Road Associate Planner Ben Ortega presented the Staff Report related to this item. Mr. Ortega noted the following changes that were made to the Staff Report to reflect as built and existing conditions. The table on Page 3 of the Staff Report should read: r�, 5 Minutes July 12, 1988 Page Two TOTAL 141 C. Yards In addition, the third sentence in paragraph 2 on Page Three of the Staff Report should read: "This would cause the rear workshop area to be reduced in depth approximately four feet." Valerie Marshall, 86 Rockinghorse Road, presented the Commission with a packet of informational items, including a letter of approval from the Homeowners Association, and soils and engineering reports. Mrs. Marshall also reviewed the information contained in the packet, and stressed that minimal grading will occur and the addition will meet the existing visual conditions. Rick Marshall, 86 Rockinghorse Road, in response to a question *om Commissioner Ortolano, indicated that yucca plants were moved from the front of the property. John Hori, 23727 Hawthorne Boulevard, architect for the project, noted that he was prepared to answer any questions about the project, if needed. Motion was made by Commissioner McNulty and seconded by Commissioner Von Hagen to approve Staff Alternative No. 2 which states: 'Approve the Grading Application as submitted.' Commissioner Ortolano proposed an amendment to the motion to include relocating the spa from the front yard. The original motion was withdrawn. Motion was made by Commissioner McNulty and seconded by Commissioner Ortolano to approve Grading Application No. 1145 with the exception of Conditions No. 3 and 4. Motion unanimously passed. PUBLIC HEARINGS Draft Environmental Report No. 27. Marriott Corp., Palos Verdes Land Holdings, NW Corner Crestridge and Crenshaw 0 Associate Planner Ann Negendank presented the Staff Report and reported that the public comments received would be incorporated into the Environmental Impact Report. Proposed Length of Intrusion Depth of L Amount of Improvement into Slope Cut C. Yards Cut Workshop 4 - 4.5' 4' / 21 C. Yards Rear Bedrooms 14' 8' j 43 C. Yards Patio Area 4.5' 5' / 64 C. Yards Walkway and Retaining Wall 19' 716" / 13 C. Yards TOTAL 141 C. Yards In addition, the third sentence in paragraph 2 on Page Three of the Staff Report should read: "This would cause the rear workshop area to be reduced in depth approximately four feet." Valerie Marshall, 86 Rockinghorse Road, presented the Commission with a packet of informational items, including a letter of approval from the Homeowners Association, and soils and engineering reports. Mrs. Marshall also reviewed the information contained in the packet, and stressed that minimal grading will occur and the addition will meet the existing visual conditions. Rick Marshall, 86 Rockinghorse Road, in response to a question *om Commissioner Ortolano, indicated that yucca plants were moved from the front of the property. John Hori, 23727 Hawthorne Boulevard, architect for the project, noted that he was prepared to answer any questions about the project, if needed. Motion was made by Commissioner McNulty and seconded by Commissioner Von Hagen to approve Staff Alternative No. 2 which states: 'Approve the Grading Application as submitted.' Commissioner Ortolano proposed an amendment to the motion to include relocating the spa from the front yard. The original motion was withdrawn. Motion was made by Commissioner McNulty and seconded by Commissioner Ortolano to approve Grading Application No. 1145 with the exception of Conditions No. 3 and 4. Motion unanimously passed. PUBLIC HEARINGS Draft Environmental Report No. 27. Marriott Corp., Palos Verdes Land Holdings, NW Corner Crestridge and Crenshaw 0 Associate Planner Ann Negendank presented the Staff Report and reported that the public comments received would be incorporated into the Environmental Impact Report. Minutes _ July 22, 2488 Page Three Chairman Connolly commented on a letter that was received from John Arand complaining that the notification period was inadequate. Asso- ciate Planner Negendank explained that Staff had exceededthe minimum mailing radius. w { tin 41��.1��, .-�,, ca.,,�, 10-Aa-vA A. AV-L%kpc & Commissioner Wike reported that she was advised by the City Attorney that she could participate in the discussions r garding the project. Chairman Connolly opened the public hearings. Anthony Segreto, 5677 Mistridge Drive, representing the Mesa Palos Verdes Homeowners Association, presented a slide presentation stating the Association's position on the Marriott Project. (A copy of that presentation is available in the project file.) Mr. Segreto's report primarily addressed the Association's objections to the Draft Environ- mental Impact Report. Bob Rockoff, 5525 Seaside Heights, also representing the Mesa Palos Verdes Homeowners Association, discussed the detrimental effects the Marriott project would have on the surrounding community. Michael Riccio, 29356 Quailwood Drive, President of the Mesa Palos Verdes Homeowners Association, noted that the Association would support the Marriott project's general plan, but opposed any project on the site that does not conform to the City's Building Codes. Franklin Weiss, 30711 Via La Cresta, requested mitigation measures on behalf of Congregation Ner Tamid. (A copy of his letter is avail- able in the project file.) Sunshine, 6 Limetree Lane, questioned certain issues in the Draft Environmental Impact Report such as view impairment and increased traffic, and addressed the negative impact the Project would have on recreational opportunities. Lee Argubright, 2289 Sparta Drive, withdrew his request to speak until he has had an opportunity to review the Draft Environmental Impact Report more closely. Ed Novak of the Marriott Corporation, noted that he did not have a prepared statement, but was available to answer any questions, if needed. Chairman Connolly thanked the public for their comments. Notion was made by Commissioner Von Hagen and seconded by Commissioner McNulty to continue the Public Hearing to a date certain in order to give the Commission to review the Draft Environmental Impact Report more closely. Commissioner Von Hagen noted that he especially needed the opportunity to assimilate the Draft Environmental Impact Report, since he is a resident of the Stoneridge Tract. • • �'1 Minutes July 12, 1988 Page Four Commissioner Ortolano questioned Mr. Segreto's presentation as it relates to view protection-, view impact, institutional designations and density limitations. Commissioner Ortolano also noted that the City Attorney's input is needed on Item No.7 of the Mesa Palos Verdes Homeowners Association's June 30, 1988 letter to the Planning Commis- sion and City Council which states:". . . any project(s) proposed for this site be restricted in potential future use upon resale for the protection of the City and its residents." Director of Environmental Services Benard clarified the City's efforts in soliciting public comments on this action. Mr. Benard reported on the Staff recommendation to re -submit this item to the Commission on August 23, 1988, which represents the close of the public comment period on the Draft Environmental Impact Report. Motion to continue Draft Environmental Impact Report No. 27 to August 23, 1988 to continue the public comment period. Motion unanimously passed. QUESTIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE STAFF REPORT The Commission received no questions from the audience. Director of Environmental Services Benard presented the Commission with an article by Paul Sedway on specific plans, and with cover sheets on upcoming confer- ences sponsored by the League of California Cities and the California Chapter of the American Planning Assoc. Mr. Benard noted that Staff has allocated funds for each Commission member to attend at least one conference per year. COMMISSION REPORT Commissioner McNulty reported on the Four -Cities meeting on July 9, 1988, and noted that the City Council has upheld Tim Burrell's Code inter- pretation so Mr. Burrell's coastal structure setback will be handled like any other setback. Commissioner Von Hagen announced that Associate Planner Ann Negendank was leaving the City's employment after seven years of being a loyal, dedicated public servant. It was decided that the Commission would schedule a dinner on Mrs. Negendank's behalf. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was duly adjourned at 10:00 p.m. to July 14, 1988, 7:30 p.m. at the Community Room at City Hall.