PC RES 1978-029 411/ 1110
RESOLUTION P . C . - 29
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES APPROVION TENTATIVE PARCEL
MAP NO . 8947
WHEREAS, Tentative Parcel Map No. 8947 has been filed, which would allow
for the division of a 6.73 acre lot into two (2) parcels, being a division of
Lot 2 of recorded Parcel Map 2703 located on Vanderlip Drive in Portuguese Bend; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has reviewed this matter at a public
meeting on March 14, 1978, at which time all interested parties were given an
opportunity to be heard and to present evidence; and
WHEREAS, adequate safeguards have been included (Exhibit "A") to ensure
that all public health, safety and welfare hazards will be removed prior to
development.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES
DOES HEREBY FIND, DETERMINE, AND RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1: That the division of the 6.73 acre lot into two (2) parcels
each with a minimum area of at least one (1) acre is consistent with the General
Plan and Development Code.
Section 2: That the proposed use of the lots is for single family dwellings
and associated uses, which is compatible with the objectives, policies, and general
land use specified in the General Plan, provided the conditions of Exhibit "A" are
complied with.
Section 3: That the site is physically suitable to accommodate Tentative
Parcel Map No. 8947 in terms of design and density, and will not result in substantial
environmental damage, based on compliance with the City's Development Code and General
Plan, and consideration of information contained in the project's negative declaration
for Environmental Assessment No. 318, and inclusion of the provisions of Exhibit "A".
Section 4: That the creation of two (2) single family lots and potential
improvements will not be materially detrimental to property values, jeopardize, en-
danger, or otherwise constitute a menace to the public health, safety or general
welfare of persons or properties in the surrounding area, nor will it adversely affect
the peace, health, safety or general welfare of the area since conditions of approval
require site improvements and dedications.
Section 5: That the division and development of the property kill not
unreasonably interfere with the free and complete exercise of the public entity and
public utility rights of way and/or easements within the pracel map.
Section 6: That the Planning Commission does hereby declare that a negative
declaration was granted in compliance with City and State Environmental Impact Report
guidelines and that the Commission has reviewed and considered the contents of the
initial study in reaching its decision. The Planning Commission further finds that
the approval of this parcel map will not have a significant adverse environmental
impact because potential impacts are mitigated as discussed in the initial study.
Section 7: For the foregoing reasons, the Planning Commission of the City
of Rancho Palos Verdes hereby grants approval of the Tentative Parcel Map No. 8947,
subject to the attached conditions marked Exhibit "A", which are necessary to protect
the public health, safety and general welfare in the area.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 28 DAY OF March , 1978.
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Sharon W. Hightower,
Director of Planning and
Secretary to the Commission
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EXHIBIT "A"
TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 8947 IS APPROVED SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
1. This approval expires twelve (12) months from the date of approval of this
resolution.
2. Approval of this division of land is contingent.upon--b.he-owner-agreding'--toinstall
sanitary sewers as a method of sewage disposal prior to issuance of any
residential building permits.
3. The subdivider or owner shall consult the sanitation division of the Department
of the City Engineer to determine the sewer design requirements.
4. The developer (subdivider) shall process a final parcel map prepared by a registered
civil eningeer or licensed land surveyor through the Department of the City Engineer
prior to being recorded.
5. Provide proof of access and delineate it on the final map to the satisfaction of
the City Engineer.
6. Easements shall not be granted or recorded within areas proposed to be granted,
dedicated, or offered for dedication for public streets or highways, access rights,
building restriction rights, 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.
7. If signatures of record title interests appear on the final map, submit a preliminary
guarantee. A final guarantee will be required at the time of filing the parcel
map with the County Recorder. If said signatures do not appear on the final map,
a preliminary title report/guarantee is needed that covers the area showing all
fee owners and interest holders. The account for this preliminary title report/
guarantee should remain open until the final parcel map is filed with the County
Recorder.
8. Prior to submitting the parcel map to the City Engineer for his examination
pursuant to Section 66450 of the Government Code, obtain clearances from all
affected departments and divisions, including a clearance from the subdivision
section of mapping division of the County Engineer for the following items:
mathematical accuracy, survey analysis, correctness of certificates and signatures, etc.
9. Prior to the issuance of any grading or building permits, a detailed engineering
geology and soils report shall be submitted to, and approved by the City Engineer's
geology division. All codes pertaining to geology and geologic hazard areas must
be complied with prior to issuance of any permits.
10. Easements are tentatively required, subject to preview by the City Engineer to
determine the final locations and requirements.
11. Building restrictions shall be dedicated to the City of Rancho Palos Verdes in the
flood hazard area of Altamira Canyon (see underlying Parcel Map No.2703).
12. Show and label all natural drainage courses unless they are replaced by drainage
facilities. No building permits will be issued for lots subject to flood hazard
until adequate drainage facilities protecting those lots are operable as
determined by the City Engineer.
Exhibit "A" of P.C. Resolution 78 -29
13. Prior to the issuance of building permits, plans must be approved to:
A: Eliminate the sheet overflow and/or pofiding or elevate the floors of the
building with no openings in the foundation walls to at least 12 inches
!i above the finished pad grade.
B. Provide drainage facilities to protect the lots from high velocity scouring
action and to provide contributory drainage from adjoining properties.
14. The developer (subdivider) shall file with the City Engineer, a statement from the
water purveyor indicating that water service can and will be provided by the water
purveyor to each of the lots shown on this land division map.
15. The required water flow for this development is 750 gallons pet minute for a
duration of two hours, over and above daily maximum domestic requirements. The
water mains located in the street fronting this property must be cabable of
delivering this flow at 20 pounds per square inch residual pressure. Exact pipe
size to be used must be determined by a qualified engineer, based on the above -
required fire flow. However, the minimum pipe size required for water mains
serving the fire hydrants is 6" diameter.
16. Approval of this parcel map is contingent upon the owner signing a waiver of
objection to the formation of any future utility underground district as well as a
commitment to participate in said districts. Such agreements shall be signed prior
to approval of the final map and shall be mandatorily transferrable to all
subsequent owners.
17. Prior to issuance of any permits, the subdivider shall post a cash deposit, or
bonds, or a combination thereof, to cover costs of necessary improvements as
determined by the City Engineer.
18. A parkland dedication fee of $ 100 shall be paid to -the City prior to
approval of the final map.
19. A contribution to the improvements to Altamira.Canyon of $9,251.00 will be required
prior to approval of the final map.
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20. A slide waiver holding the City of Rancho Palos Verdes, its elected and appointed
officials, and all of its employees harmless for any adverse conditions resulting
from any physical improvements to the site shall be required prior to approval of
the final map.
21. The City's final map fee shall be paid prior to approval of the final map.
22. Approval of this parcel map is conditioned that all eligile subsequent owners of
any portion of lot #1 submit an irrevokable application for membership to the
Portuguese Bend Community Association.
23. Approval of the final map is subject to the condition that following recordation,
the subdivider shall submit to the City a brownline and print of the recorded map.
24. The subdivider shall agree, in writing, within 30 days to the conditions listed in
Exhibit "A" of this resolution.
25. Prior to issuance of any permits the owner shall cause to have performed an
archaeological survey (including a walkover) by a qualified archaeologist.
Page two Exhibit "A" of P.C. Resolution 78 - 29
26. Should the survey reveal the presence of a cultural resource, the following
procedure should be undertaken prior to any grading activity:
A. Definitive tests should be conducted to determine the extent and
location of the resource.
B. If the tests are positive, the developer should be required to preserve
or excavate all cultural resources.
27. Should the survey reveal no cultural resources, no further action would be
necessary. I
Page three Exhibit "A" of P.C. Resolfition 78 -29
REVISED CONDITION NO. 19 OF EXHIBIT "A" OF RESOLUTION P.C. NO. 78-29,
as revised by the Planning Commission at its meeting of May 23, 1978.
*19. A cash contribution to the improvements to Altamira Canyon of
$1869 shall be paid to the City prior to approval of the final
map. A cash contribution of $7381 shall be paid to the City
prior to the issuance of any permits or acceptance of any ap-
plication for further subdivision of Parcel No. 1. The appli-
cant shall provide proof that information regarding the obli-
gation for payment of the $7381 to the City has been forwarded
to the Department of Real Estate for inclusion in the Real
Estate Report prior to approval of the final map. In addition,
the applicant shall prepare an agreement for payment which
shall be recorded prior to or with the final map. References
to this agreement shall be made on the final map.