PC RES 1981-054RESOLUTION P.C. No. 81-54
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES APPROVING
TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 14495
WHEREAS, Tentative Parcel Map No. 14495 has been filed, which would allow for
the division of a 43,708 square foot lot into two (2) parcels, located at 29077
Palos Verdes Drive East; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has reviewed this matter at a public meeting
on October 13, 1981, at which time all interested parties were given an opportunity
to be heard and to 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 division of the 43,708 square foot lot into two (2) parcels
each with a minimum area of 20,000 square feet is consistent with the General Plan
and Development Code.
Section 2: That the proposed uses of the lots is for single family dwelling
and associated uses, which is compatible with the objectives, policies, and general
land use specified in the General Plan.
---Section 3: That the site is physically suitable to accommodate Tentative
Parcel Map No. 14495 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.
Section 4: That the creation of two (2) single family lots and potential im-
provements 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 will not unreasonably
interfere with the free and complete exercise of the public entity and public utility
of way and/or easements within the tract.
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 result in a significant effect
since mitigation measures are required to protect the environment, as identified
in the Initial Study.
Section 7: For the foregoing reasons, the Planning Commission of the City of
Rancho Palos Verdes does hereby grant approval of Tentative Parcel Map No. 14495,
subject to the attached conditions marked Exhibit "A", which are necessary to pro-
tect the public health, safety and general welfare in the area.
APPROVED and ADOPTED this 13th d,
"Sharon W. Hightower
Director of Planning a
Secretary to the Commission
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EXHIBIT "A"
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TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 14495 IS APPROVED SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
1. This approval expires twelve (12) months from the date of approval of
this resolution.
2. The final map must be approved by the Engineering Geology Section to
assure that all geologic factors have been properly evaluated.
3. A geology and/or soil engineering report will be required prior to
approval of building and grading permits.
4. Prior to the issuance of building permits, plans must be approved to:
a. Eliminate the sheet overflow or elevate the floor of the building
with no openings in the foundation walls to at least twelve (12)
inches above the finished pad grade.
b. Provide for appropriate drainage structures for contributory
drainage from adjoing properties and said property.
5. All parcels shall be served by adequately sized water system facilities
which shall include fire hydrants of the size and type of location as
determined by the Fire Chief. The water mains shall be of sufficient
size to accommodate the total domestic and fire flows required for the
land division. Domestic flows required are to be determined by the City
Engineer. Fire flows required are to be determined by the Fire Chief.
6. At the time the final land division map is submitted for checking plans
and specifications for the water system facilities shall -be submitted to
the City Engineer for checking and approval, and shall comply with -the
City Engineer's standards. Approval for filing of this land division is
contingent upon approval of plans and specifications mentioned above. If
the water system facilities are not installed prior to the filing of this
land division, the subdivider must also 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 guaranteeing the installation of the water
system, or
b. An Agreement and other evidence satisfactory to the City Engineer,
indicating that the subdivider has entered into a contract with the
serving 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.
7. The developer shall file with this Division a statement from the water
purveyor indicating that water service will be provided by the water pur-
veyor to each of the parcels shown on this land division map. There shall
also be filed with this Division a statement from the water purveyor in-
dicating 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 requirements for the land division.
8. A final map prepared by, or under the direction of, a register civil
engineer or licensed land surveyor must be processed through the Subdi-
vision Section of the City Engineer prior to being filed with the County
Recorder.
Resolution P.C. No. 81-54
9. 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 hold prior to the filing of the
final map.
10. Prior to submitting the parcel map to the City Engineer for his examina-
tion pursuant to Section 664650 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 mapping items: mathematical accuracy, survey analysis,
and correctness of certificates, signatures, etc.
11. A preliminary title report/guarantee is needed that covers the proposed
parcel map area showing all fee owners and interest holders. The account
for this report/guarantee should remain open until the final parcel map
is filed with the County Engineer.
12. The City's final map fee shall be paid to the City within six (6) months
of the approval of the tentative map.
13. Within thirty (30) days fo the receipt of the final resolution and con-
ditions, the developer (owner) shall read and consent in writing to said
conditions.
14. Approval of the final map -is subject --to the condition -that -.following -
recordation, the devleoper shall submit to the City a brownline and a
print of the recorded map.
15. Prior to approval of the final map a parkland dedication fee in the
amount of $4,916. shall be paid to the City of Rancho Palos Verdes.
16. The sanitary sewer system shall meet all provisions of the Rancho Palos
Verdes Plumbing Code.
17. A garage shall be constructed for lot #1 to comply with the City's
Development Code, prior to approval of the final map, with appropriate
permits.
18. Approval of the final map is subject to the condition that the existing
structure on lot #2 be brought into compliance with the City's Development
Code.
Exhibit "A" -2- Resolution P.C. No. 81-54