PC RES 1979-021- -RESOLUTION P.C. NO. 79-21
A RESOLUTION'OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES APPROVING TENTATIVE PARCEL
MAP NO. 8947
WHEREAS, Tentative Parcel,Map No. 8947 has been filed, which would
allow for the division of a 6.7i'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 November 27, 1979 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 "All) to en-
sure 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:
I.
Section 1: That the division of the 6.71'acre lot into two (2) par-
cels, 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 Tenta-
tive 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. 327,
and inclusive of the provisions of Exhibit "A".
Section 4: That the creation of two (2) single family lots and poten-
tial improvements will not be materially detrimental to property values,
jeopardize, endanger, 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 dedica-
tions.
Section 5: That the division and development of the property will
not unreasonably interfere with the free and complete exercise of the public
entity and public utility rights-of-way and/or easements within the parcel
map.
Section 6: That the Planning Commission does hereby declare that a
negative declaration -was granted in compliance with City and State Environ-
mental 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.
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Section 7: For the foregoing reasons, the Planning Commission of the
City of Rancho Palos Verdes hereby grants approval of Tentative Parcel Map
No. 8947, sub3ect 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 27th day of November, 1979.
Douglas M. Vnchlif f e-,Ahairman
Sharon W. Hightower
Director of Planning and
Secretary to the Commission
Page two Resolution P.C. No. 79-21
EXHIBIT "A"
TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 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 the owner agreeing
to install sanitary sewers as a method of sewage disposal prior to issu-
ance 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 require-
ments.
4. The developer (subdivider) shall process a final parcel map prepared by
,a registered civil engineer or licensed land surveyor through the De-
partment of the City Engineer prior to being recorded.
5. Provide proof of access and delineate it on the final map to the satis-
faction 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 subordina-
tion 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 signa-
tures 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 examina-
tion 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, correct-
ness 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 issu-
ance 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
these lots are operable as determined by the City Engineer.
Exhibit "A" of Resolution P.C. No. 79-21
13. Prior to the issuance of building permits, plans must be approved to:
a. Eliminate the sheet overflow and/or ponding or elevate the
floors of the building with no openings in the foundation
walls to at least twelve (12) inches above the finished pad
grade.
b. Provide drainage facilities to protect the lots from high
velocity scouring action and to provide contributory drain-
age from adjoining properties.
14. The developer (subdivider)shall--fil6-with-the .City-Engifieer--a state-
ment 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 per minute
for a duration of two hours, over and above daily maximum domestic re-
quirements. The water mains located in the street fronting this
property must be capable 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 six (6) inches diameter.
16. Approval of this parcel map is contingent upon the owner signing a
waiver of objection to the formulation of any future utility under-
ground 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 neces-
sary 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 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 application for further subdivision
of Parcel No. 1. The applicant shall provide proof that information
regarding the obligation 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 re-
corded prior to or with the final map. References to this agreement
shall be made on the final map. I
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 eligible subsequent
owners of any portion of lot #1 submit an itrevokable 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.
Page two Exhibit "A" of Resolution P.C. No. 79-21
24. The subdivider shall agree, in writing, within thirty (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 per-
formed an archaeological survey (including a walkover) by a qualified
archaeologist.
26. Should the archaeological 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 archaeological survey reveal no cultural resources, no
further action would be necessary.
Page three Exhibit "A" of Resolution P.C. No. 79-21