PC RES 1978-053RESOLUTION P.C. NO. 78-53
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO PALOS VERDES GRANTING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.
41 AND VARIANCE NO. 34 FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A RETIRE-
MENT FACILITY IN AN INSTITUTIONAL ZONE
WHEREAS, the Episcopal Church has requested a conditional use permit and variance
for the construction of a retirement facility consisting of three residential build-
ings, a community building, parking lot, and apurtenant facilities located on the north
side of Crestridge Road (east of Highridge Road) in an Institutional zone; and
WHEREAS, this use is permitted pursuant to Section 9711 of the City's Development
Code; and
WHEREAS, proper notice was made pursuant to the provisions of the City's Develop-
ment Code and a public hearing was held on October 12, November 14, and December 12,
1978, at which time all interested parties were given an opportunity to be heard and
present evidence.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES DOES
HEREBY FIND, DETERMINE, AND RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1: That the proposed use is permitted in any zone, subject to the issu-
ance of a conditional use permit.
Section 2: That the site is served by Crestridge Road, an improved street, sixty-
four (64) feet wide, which is designed to carry the type and quantity of traffic gen-
erated by the proposed use.
Section 3: That the subject use, with safeguards and conditions imposed by this
permit, will cause no significant adverse effects to adjacent properties or the per-
mitted uses thereof. Further, the Planning Commission does hereby declare that a
negative declaration was granted in compliance with City and State guidelines and that
the Commission has reviewed and considered the contents of the initial study in reach-
ing its decision. The Planning Commission further finds that the approval of this
conditional use permit will not result in a significant adverse environmental impact.
Section 4: That the subject use is in conformity with the General Plan, which
designates the site as appropriate for institutional uses.
Section 5: That given the project's location, design, adjacent uses, and lot
configuration and size, the site is adequate to accommodate the proposed use, subject
to approval of a variance which allows a reduction in the Code required 76 covered
parking spaces to 55 covered spaces.
Section 6: In approving the variance, the Planning Commission finds as follows:
A. That there are exceptional or extraordinary circumstances or conditions
applicable to the subject property, or to the intended use of the property,
which do not apply generally to other property in the same zoning district
since the intended use is one which is unique in the City and adequate
provisions have been made in the conditional use permit to mitigate any
potential impacts.
B. That the variance is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of a
substantial property right of the applicant, which is possessed by other
property owners under like conditions in the same zoning district since
it has been found that the Code requirement is excessive given the limita-
tions provided for in the conditional use permit which deal with auto
ownership.
C. That the granting of the variance will not be materially detrimental to
the public welfare or to property or improvements in the area because
adequate safeguards have been taken to lessen impacts.
D. That the intended use is not contrary to the General Plan.
Section 9: For the foregoing reasons, the Planning Commission of the City of
Rancho Palos Verdes hereby grants approval of Conditional Use Permit No. 41 and
Variance No. 34, subject to the conditions found in Exhibit "A", which are necessary
to protect and preserve the health, safety, and general welfare if the area.
APPROVED and ADOPTED this 26th day of
S%aron W. Hightower &4
Director of Planning and
Secretary to the Commission
December , 1978.
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EXHIBIT "A"
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 41 IS APPROVED SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
1. This approval expires twelve (12) months from the date of approval by the
Planning Commission unless building permits have been applied for.
2. The grading plan must be approved by the Director of Planning and City
Engineer.
3. A geology and/or soil engineering report may be required prior to approval of
building or grading plans.
4. Drainage plans and necessary support documents to comply with the following
requirements must be approved by the City Engineer:
a. Provide drainage facilities to remove the flood hazard to the satisfaction
of the City Engineer.
b. No building permit will be issued for the site if subject to flood hazard
until adequate drainage facilities protecting the site are operable as
determined by the City Engineer.
C. Eliminate the sheet overflow and ponding or elevate the floors of the
buildings with no openings in the foundation walls to at least twelve (12)
inches above the finished pad grade.
d. Provide drainage facilities to protect the site from high velocity scouring
action.
e. Provide for contributory drainage from adjoining properties.
5. The development shall be served by sewers, pursuant to the City Engineer's re-
quirements.
6. The owner of the property shall be responsible for the proper maintenance of the
improvements including the landscaping. Further, the owner shall maintain the
landscaping by trimming or lacing all plant materials which have the potential to
impair critical views from residences on Mistridge Drive. The critical view
areas shall be delineated 6n the final landscaping plan.
7. No occupancy permit shall be granted until such time as the Director of Planning
has determined that all improvements including landscaping have been properly
installed according to approved plans.
8. A landscaping plan shall be submitted for approval by the Director of Planning.
Said plan shall include, but not be limited to, plant material, irrigation system,
fences and walls, and exterior lighting.
9. Final site and building plans reflective of the plan approved at the December 26,
1978, meeting must be approved by the Director of Planning.
10. The maximum ridgeline heights shown on the development plan shall not be exceeded.
11. Exterior building materials shall be submitted for final approval to the Director
of Planning.
12. The developer shall make a cash deposit to guarantee construction of one-half of
a landscaped median (adjacent to the development site) pursuant to the specifica-
tions of the Public Works Director.
13. Plans for all improvements in the public right-of-way shall be submitted for
approval by the Public Works Director
14. Priority for residency shall be governed by the agreement on file with the En-
vironmental Services Department which reserves one-third of the units for local
residents. The priority policy must be posted in at least two central and con-
spicuous locations on the site.
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15. Resident auto ownership is limited to a total of 80 cars. If after a six-month
trial period after full occupancy the Director of Planning is of the opinion
that no pai:king problems exist, this figure may be increased to a higher number
-- not to exceed 100 cars.
16. This facility shall be operated as, and licensed by, the State Department of
Social Services Community Care Licensing Branch for a maximum of 200 resident
beds.
17. The design and location for the required trash enclosure as well as the screen-
ing of all mechanical equipment shall be approved by the Director of Planning.
18. The owner of the facility shall provide some mode of private transportation
(multi -passenger vehicle) to aid the residents in transportation needs.
19. Duplicates of documents required by the State of California shall be furnished
to the City for information purposes only. Confidentiality where appropriate
shall be respected.
20. A trial period of three (3) months for assessment of exterior lighting impacts
shall be instituted. At the end of the 3 -month period the City may require
screening or reduction in intensity of any light which has been determined to
be excessively bright.
21. Within thirty (30) days of the receipt of the final resolution the applicant
shall submit, in writing, a statement that he has read and understands the
conditions of approval.
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