PC RES 1986-014 RESOLUTION P.C. NO. 86-14
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF
CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VE RDE S APPROVING THE
FINAL NEGATIVE DECLARATION FOR ENVIRONMENTAL
ASSESSMENT NO. 462 AND TENTATIVE PARCEL
MAP NO. 16748
WHEREAS, William Swanson has requested approval of a three (3) lot sub-
division of a 30,018 square foot lot located at 29002 Bayend Drive; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission conducted a public hearing for this
application on April 22, 1986, 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
VE RDE S DOES HEREBY FIND, DETERMINE AND RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1: That the division of the 30,818 square foot lot into three
(3) parcels each with a minimum area of 10,000 square feet and a minimum of
3,000 contiguous square feet of buildable land, is consistent with the
General Plan and Development Code.
Section 2: That the proposed uses of the lots are for single family
dwellings and associated uses, which are compatible with the objectives,
policies, and general land use specified in the General Plan.
Section 3: That the site is physically suitable to accommodate Tenta-
tive Parcel Map No. 16748 in terms of design and density, and will not re-
sult in substantial environmental damage, based on compliance with the
City's Development Code and General Plan.
Section 4: That the creation of three (3) single family lots and po-
tential 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 surround-
ing 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
entry and public right-of-way and/or easement s within the tract .
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 result in a significant environmental effect.
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Section 7: For the foregoing reasons, the Planning Commission of the
City of Rancho Palos Verdes does hereby approve the Final Negative Declara-
tion for Environmental Assessment No. 462 and Tentative Parcel Map No.
16748 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 ON MAY 13, 1986.
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PETER K. ON HAGEN, CHAIRMAN
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ANN M.W. NE GE NDANK
ACTING DIRECTOR OF VIRONMENTAL
SERVICES AND SECRETARY TO THE
COMMISSION
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EXHIBIT "A"
Tentative Parcel Map No. 16748 is approved subject to the following condi-
tions:
1. This approval expires twelve (12) months from the date of approval of
this Parcel Map by the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Palos
Verdes.
2. All lots shall conform to minimum lot area and development standards
pursuant to Chapter 17.02 of the City' s Development Code.
3. If, because of future grading, or for other reasons, it is found that
the requirements of the Plumbing Code cannot be met on Parcel "A", "B"
or "C", the Los Angeles County Department of Health Services will rec-
ommend that no building permit be issued for the construction of homes
on such lots.
4. The subdivider is advised that approval of this subdivision of land is
contingent upon the installation and use of a sewer system. Pump sta-
tions shall be utilized if necessary.
5. Prior to approval of the Final Map the subdivider shall submit to the
Director of Environmental Services a written statement from the County
Sanitation District approving the design of the map with regard to the
existing trunk line sewer. Said approval shall state all conditions
of approval, if any.
6. An access way grading plan must be approved prior to the final map.
Grading of the access easement across Parcel "A" shall be completed by
the developer prior to sale of any lots.
7. Prior to filing of the Final Map, written approval must be obtained
from the owners of properties on which off-site grading is proposed.
8. A note shall be placed on all future grading plans that requires the
approval by the Director of Environmental Services of rough grading
prior to final clearance. The Director (or a designated staff member)
shall inspect the graded site for accuracy of pad elevations, created
slope gradients, and pad size. Further, the Director may require cer-
tification of any grading related matter.
9. All grading plans shall be prepared by a licensed civil engineer and
shall be approved by the City Engineer and City Geologist. These
grading plans shall be based on a detailed engineering geology and/or
soils engineering report and shall specifically be approved by the
geologist and/or soils engineer and show all recommendations submitted
by them. It must also agree with the tentative map and conditions as
approved by the Planning Commission.
10. All geologic hazards and slopes >35% associated with this proposed
development must be eliminated or delineated a restricted use area
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approved by the City Geologist and dedicate to the City the right to
prohibit the erections of buildings or other structures within the
restricted use areas on the Final Map. All restricted use areas shall
be clearly shown on the Final Map to the satisfaction of the Director
of Environmental Services.
11. Prior to the approval of the final map a parkland dedication fee in
the amount of $2,100 shall be paid to the City of Rancho Palos Verdes.
12. All lots shall be served by adequately sized water system facilities
which shall include fire hydrants of the size and type and 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
Fire Chief.
13. At the time the final land division map is submitted for checking,
plans and specifications for the water system facilities shall be sub-
mitted to the City Engineer for checking and approval, and shall
comply with the City Engineer's standards. Approval for filing of the
land division is contingent upon approval of plans and specifications
mentioned above. The subdivider must also submit a labor and materi-
als bond in addition to either:
(a) An agreement and a faithful performance bond in the amount esti-
mated 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 re-
quired, and has deposited with such water utility security guar-
anteeing payment for the installation of the water system.
14. There shall also be filed with the City Engineer a statement from the
purveyor indicating that the proposed water mains and any other re-
quired facilities will be operated by the purveyor, and that, under
normal operating conditions, the system will meet the requirements for
the land division.
15. All drainage swales shall have the cement colored to earth tones.
16. Easements are tentatively required, subject to review by the City En-
gineer, to determine the final locations and requirements.
17. Easements shall not be granted or recorded within areas proposed to be
granted, dedicated or offered for dedication for access rights or
easements until after the Final Map is filed with the County Recorder,
unless such access rights or 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. All proposed easements
shall be shown on the Final Map. No obstructions shall be permitted
in any easements at any time.
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18. Pursuant to Section 66442 of the Government Code, the subdivider shall
submit the Final Map to the City Engineer, for his examination of the
following items: mathematical accuracy, survey analysis , correctness
of certificates and signatures, etc.
19. Prior to filing of the Final Map, the developer shall submit a hydrol-
ogy study to the City Engineer to determine any adverse impacts to
existing flood control facilities generated by this project. Should
the City Engineer determine that adverse impacts will result, the de-
veloper will be required to post a cash deposit or bond or combination
thereof in an amount to be determined by the Director of Public Works,
which will be based on the project's fair share of the necessary im-
provements.
20. If signatures of record title interests appear on the Final Map, sub-
mit a preliminary guarantee. A final guarantee will be required at
the time of filing of the Final 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/guar-
antee should remain open until the Final Map is filed with the County
Recorder.
21. Construction plans shall be submitted to the Director of Environmental
Services prior to any permits being issued. Said plans shall include
but not be limited to limits of grading, estimated length of time for
rough grading and improvements, location of construction trailer, lo-
cation and type of temporary utilities, etc. If a rock crusher is to
be used, the location and estimated time of use shall be specified.
22. The height of all primary residential structures shall be limited to a
maximum of sixteen (16'-0") feet, unless it can be clearly demonstrat-
ed that there will be no visual impact through approval of a height
variation, pursuant to Chapter 17.02 of the City's Development Code.
23. Prior to recordation of the Final Map, the developer shall comply with
Section 66493-C (relative to special assessments) of the State Subdi-
vision Map Act.
24. Within thirty (30) days the developer shall submit, in writing, a
statement that he has read and understands all conditions of approval.
25. The City's filing fee for a Final Map shall be paid within six (6)
months of approval of the tentative map.
26. The developer shall supply the City with one brownline and one print
of the recorded map.
27. Gradingassociated with development on Parcels "A", "B" and "C", as
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shown on the approved Tentative Map, shall be limited to that neces-
sary for vehicular access and placement of the structures on the re-
spective parcels. Grading outside of the building footprints shall
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not exceed 20 cubic yards total for purposes of drainage and landscap-
ing. All development plans shall be submitted to the Environmental
Services Department for review and approval by the Director.
28. Landscaping plans for Parcels "A", "B" and "C" shall be submitted to
Environmental Services for review and approval by the Director.
Plants shall be of low water consuming varieties. Irrigation systems
shall be automatic and be adjusted to seasonal variations for rain-
fall.
29. All utilities serving the site shall be underground, and connected at
the expense of the developer, including but not limited to electrical,
telephone and Cable T.V. This requirement shall apply to all three
(3) parcels.
30. The ingress/egress easement shall be fully paved and be posted as a
"Fire Lane" as well as for "No Parking". Bonds for said improvements
shall be posted prior to approval of Final Map. Bond amount to be
determined by the City Engineer.
31. All surface drainage of parcels "A", "B" and "C" shall tie into the
existing storm drain along the west side property line.
32. Sheet overflow shall be controlled via appropriate drainage devices
which shall be approved by the City Engineer. All foundations shall
be raised, so as to avoid flooding.
33. A minimum of one (1) off-street parking space per lot shall be provid-
ed in addition to the two (2) garage spaces required by the Develop-
ment Code.
34. All existing structures shall be removed prior to approval of Final
Map.
Exhibit "A"
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