PC RES 1989-028P.C. RESOLUTION NO. 89 - 28
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES SUSTAINING
THE APPEAL OF HEIGHT VARIATION NO. 574 THEREBY
APPROVING THE PROJECT AT 4109 LORRAINE.
WHEREAS, the Director of Environmental Services denied a
Height Variation No. 574 for a second story addition located at
4109 Lorraine; and
WHEREAS, On February 23, 1989, the applicants Daniel and
Minta Moine filed an appeal with the Planning Commission within
15 days of the decision of the Director of Environmental Services;
WHEREAS, on May 9, 1989, the Planning Commission heard the
appeal 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 structure is designed and
situated in such a manner as to minimize view obstruction from the
primary viewing area of adjacent properties.
Section 2: View impairment for the portion of the proposed
addition over sixteen feet high does not significantly impair the
primary view from the residence at 6512 Nancy Road.
Section 3: That the proposed structure is not located on a
ridge or promontory.
Section 4: That the structure does not significantly impair
a view or vista from public property (parks, major thoroughfare,
bikeways, walkways, equestrian trails, etc.) which has been
identified in the City's General Plan, Coastal Specific Plan, or
City -approved viewing areas.
Section 5: That there is no significant cumulative impact
caused by granting the application.
Section 6: That after consideration of the appeal of Height
Variation No. 574 on May 9, 1989, the Planning Commission approved
the appeal and thereby approved the project at 4109 Lorraine Road
subject to conditions in Exhibit "A".
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PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED on May 23, 1989.
erto Bend, Director
of Environmental Services
and Secretary to the
Commission
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Luella L. Wike
Chairperson
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EXHIBIT "A"
1. A landscape covenant running with the land shall be submitted
and recorded with the County of Los Angeles prior to the
issuance of building permits.
2. The following trees on the property shall be removed to
enhance a view corridor from 6512 Nancy Road: The Brazilian
Pepper Tree located in the rear yard at the northeast corner
of the property; and Pine Tree within the front yard parallel
to the south property line. The Coral Tree shall be trimmed
to a height not to exceed the ridgeline.
3. The maximum height of the project, as measured pursuant to
Section 17.02.040 of the Rancho Palos Verdes Development
Code, shall not exceed 2316".
4. This approval shall expire within 180 days unless an
extension is given from the Planning Commission.
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