PC RES 1986-039 y '
RESOLUTION P.C. NO. 86 - 39
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES APPROVING WITH CONDITIONS
GRADING APPLICATION NO. 954.
WHEREAS, Mr. Robert DeLossa has requested approval of a grading
application to allow existing terracing and landscaping on an extreme
slope to remain at 2345 Sparta; and
WHEREAS, a hearing was held on Wednesday, November 12, 1986, 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 granting of such a grading application,
with conditions, allows reasonable development of the land and minimizes
hazard which may be caused by fire and/or erosion.
Section 2: That the granting of such a grading application
will ensure the maximum preservation of the natural scenic character
of the area, while allowing reasonable enjoyment of the property.
Section 3: That the proposed project, with conditions,
complies with the goals and intent of the General Plan.
Section 4: For the foregoing reasons, the Planning Commission
of the City of Rancho Palos Verdes hereby approves Grading Application
No. 954, subject to the conditions outlined in "Exhibit A".
APPROVED and ADOPTED this 9th day of December, 1986.
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Alr/
'Joan S. Ortolano, Chairperson
o ert Benar.
Director of Environmental Services and
Secretary to the Commission
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EXHIBIT "A"
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
GRADING NO. 954
1. Grading within "phase 1" shall be permitted subject to geologic
and engineering approval from the Building and Safety Division.
"Phase 1" lies between grade elevations 79 and 100.
2. Terracing within "phase 2" between grade elevations 66 and 79 shall
be returned to as natural appearing and safe a grade as possible
based upon geologic and engineering approval. The railroad ties
may remain in "phase 2" only if their removal is determined by the
City to be a safety hazard.
3. The applicant shall be required to submit geologic and engineering
studies to the City for review and approval prior to any restoration
activity.
4. All of "phase 2" and the lower portion of "phase 1" shall be replanted
with drought tolerant and/or appropriate native species consistent
with the intent of the Natural Overlay. A landscaping plan for both
phases shall be submitted for City staff review and approval.
5. These conditions are to be met within 9 months of the date of approval.