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PC RES 1989-029 110 111 P.C . RESOLUTION NO. 89 - 29 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES APPROVING TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 20547 , GRADING NO . 1234, AND ISSUING A FINAL NEGATIVE DECLARATION FOR ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT NO . 569 . WHEREAS , Tentative Parcel Map No . 20547 has been filed, which would allow the division of a 44 ,866 .8 square foot parcel into two ( 2) lots , located at 46 Rockinghorse Road. WHEREAS , the Planning Commission has reviewed this matter and held public hearings on May 9 and May 23 , 1989 , 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 44 , 866 .8 square foot parcel into two ( 2 ) lots each with a minimum area exceeding 20 ,000 square feet and with an existing buildable area exceeding 3 ,000 square feet is consistent with the General Plan and Development Code . Section 2 : That the proposed uses of the lot are for single family dwelling 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 Tentative Parcel Map No . 20547 in terms of design and density, and will not result in substantial environmental damage , based on compliance with the City ' s General Plan. Section 4 : That the creation of two ( 2 ) single family lots and potential improvements will not be materially detrimental to property values or jeopardize , endanger, or otherwise constitute a menace to the public health, safety or general welfare of persons or properties in the surrounding 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 right-of-way and/or easements within the project subdivision. Section 6 : That the Planning Commission does hereby declare that a Negative Declaration was granted in compliance with City and State CEQA 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 upon 110 111 the environment . Section 7 : That the grading is not excessive beyond that necessary for the permitted primary use of the lot . Section 8 : That the grading does not significantly adversely affect the visual relationship with, nor the views from, neighboring sites . Section 9 : That the nature of grading minimizes disturbance to the natural contours ; finished contours are reasonably natural . Section 10 : For the foregoing reasons , the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Palos Verdes does hereby approve the Final Negative Declaration for Environmental Assessment No . 560 , Tentative Parcel Map No . 20547 and Grading Application No . 1234 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 this 23rd day of May , 1989 . Luella L . Wike Chairperson 1L o ert Ben rd, Directo of Environmental Services and Secretary to the Commission P.C . Resolution No. 89 - 29 Page 2 110 III EXHIBIT "A" Conditions of Approval Tentative Parcel Map No. 20547, Grading No. 1234 and Negative Declaration for Environmental Assessment No. 569. GENERAL 1. Within thirty ( 30) days the developer shall submit, in writing a statement that he has read and understands all conditions of approval . 2. The City' s filing fee for a final map shall be paid within six (6) months of approval of the tentative map. 3. The developer shall supply the City with one brownline and one print of the recorded map. 4. This approval expires twenty-four ( 24) months from the date of approval of this parcel map by the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Palos Verdes. MITIGATION MEASURES 5. Construction activity shall be limited to daytime working hours ( 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. ) on weekdays only. All grading equipment shall be equipped with a muffler to reduce on-site grading noise levels. 6. During all grading activity, dust shall be controlled by frequent watering of the graded area, covering of trucks used to transport earth to prevent spillage and requiring street sweepings as determined to be necessary by the Director of Public Works. 7. Trucks used in the grading activity shall not que up on Rockinghorse Road while delivering material to the site. In addition, flagmen shall be used to control traffic for trucks entering and leaving the site. 8. The future residence on the vacant lot shall have an indirect access garage off of Rockinghorse Road to reduce the visual impact of the structure from the street. SUBDIVISION MAP ACT 9. Prior to submitting the final map to the City Engineer for his examination pursuant to Section 66442 of the Government Code, obtain clearance from all affected departments and divisions, including a clearance from the City Engineer for the following items: mathematical accuracy, signatures, etc. P.C. Resolution No. 89 - 29 Page 3 111 10. Within 24 months from the date of filing of the final map, the developer shall set survey monuments and tie points and furnish tie notes to the City Engineer. All lot corners shall be referenced with permanent survey markers in accordance with the Municipal Code. All boundary corners shall be referenced with permanent survey markers in accordance with the Subdivision Map Act. COUNTY RECORDER 11. If signature of record title interests appear on the final map, submit a preliminary guarantee. A final guarantee will be required at the time for 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 guarantee should remain open until the final map is filed with the County Recorder. GEOLOGY 12. Prior to approval of the final map and issuance of building permits, the developer shall obtain clearance for construction from the City Geologist and shall submit a geology and/or soils report of the expansive properties of soils on all building sites in the proposed subdivision. Such soils are defined by Building Code Section 2904(b) . 13. Any geologic hazards associated with this proposed development shall be eliminated or the City Geologist shall designate a restricted use area in which the erection of buildings or other structures shall be prohibited. GRADING 14. A construction plan shall be submitted to the Director of Environmental Services prior to any grading permits being issued. Said plan shall include, but not be limited to: limits of grading, estimated length of time for rough grading and improvements, location of construction trailer, location and type of temporary utilities. If a rock crusher is to be used, a Special Use Permit is required which would include the location and estimated time of use shall be specified. 15. Prior to filing the final map, a grading plan shall be approved by the City Engineer and City Geologist. This grading plan 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 shall also agree with the tentative map and conditions as approved by the City. P.C. Resolution No. 89 - 29 Page 4 16. A note shall be placed on the approved grading plan that requires the Director of Environmental Services approval 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 certification of any grading related matter. 17. Grading shall conform to Chapter 29, "Excavations, Foundations, and Retaining Walls", and Chapter 70, "Excavation and Grading" of the Uniform Building Code. 18. Prior to issuance of grading permits; and/or building permits, a method of control to prevent dust and windblown earth problems shall be approved by the Director of Environmental Services. 19. Graded slope tops shall be rounded, slope gradients shall be varied and no significant abrupt changes between natural and graded slopes will be permitted. All created slopes shall not be greater that 3:1. 20. Prior to issuance of building permits, submit a Geology and/or Soils Engineer's report on the expansive properties of soils on all building sites in the proposed subdivision. Such soils are defined by Building Code Section 2904(b). BUILDING/GRADING RESTRICTION LINE 21. A building/grading restriction lane shall be indicated on the final map across the narrowest part of the vacant parcel, parallel to the front property lane, as indicated on the tentative parcel map reviewed by the Planning Commission and dated May 8, 1989. No grading or construction shall be permitted east of this line. DRAINAGE 22. Prior to filing of the final map, the developer shall submit a hydrology 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 developer 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 share of the necessary improvements. 23. Drainage plans and necessary support documents to comply with the following requirements must be approved prior to filing of a final map: a. Provide drainage facilities to remove the flood hazard to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. P.C. Resolution No. 89 - 29 Page 5 • • b. Eliminate the sheet overflow and ponding or elevate the floors of the buildings with no openings in the foundation walls to at least twelve inches above the finished pad grade. C. Provide drainage facilities to protect the lots from high velocity scouring action. d. Provide for contributor drainage from adjoining properties. 24. In accordance with Section 1601 and 1602 of the California Fish and Game Code, the State Department of Fish and Game, 350 Golden Shore, Long Beach, California 90802, telephone 435-7741, shall be notified prior to commencement of work within any natural drainage courses affected by this project. 25. Runoff from roofs and hardscape shall be controlled and conducted to the existing storm drain or to the bottom of the canyon with appropriate erosion control measures at the outlet. 26. All drainage swales shall have the cement colored to earth tones. SEWERS 27. The developer shall submit an irrevocable offer to join sewer districts affecting the properties if a sewer district is proposed at a future date. WATER SYSTEM 28. There shall be filed with the City Engineer a statement from the purveyor indicating that the proposed water mains and any other required facilities will be operated by the purveyor, and that, under normal operating conditions, the systems will meet the needs of the developed subdivision. 29. 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 the land division is contingent upon approval of plans and specifications mentioned above. 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 and guaranteeing the installation of the water system; or P.C. Resolution No. 89 - 29 1 Page 6 i 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 company to construct the water system, as required, and has deposited with such water utility security guaranteeing payment for the installation of the water systems. 30. 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 L.A. County Fire Department. The water mains shall be of sufficient size to accommodate the total domestic and fire flows required for the land division. Domestic flow requirements shall be determined by the L.A. County Fire Department. All Fire Department requirements shall be satisfied. UTILITIES 31. All utilities to and on the lots shall be provided underground, including cable television, telephone, electrical, gas and water. All necessary permits shall be obtained for their installation. Cable television shall connect to the nearest trunk line at developer's expense. 32. Development shall comply with all requirements of the various Municipal utilities and agencies that provide public services to the property. EASEMENTS 33. Utility and other easements shall be subject to review by the City Engineer to determine their final locations and requirements. 34. Prior to recording the Final Map, the landowner shall record an Irrevocable Offer to Dedicate a multipurpose trail easement 15 feet wide parallel to the rear (east) property line. 35. Easement shall not be granted within easements dedicated or offered for dedication to the County of Los Angeles, the City or any public utility, until after the final map is filed and recorded with the County Recorder. No easements shall be granted after recording of the final map that in any way conflict with a prior easement dedicated to the County, the City or any public utility. If any easements are granted before recordation of the final map, the holder of said easement shall execute a quitclaim deed in favor of the County, the City or any public utility. P.C. Resolution No. 89 - 29 Page 7 PARK DEDICATION IN LIEU FEES 36. Prior to the approval of the final map a parkland dedication fee shall be paid to the City of Rancho Palos Verdes. The fee shall be calculated using the formula in Section 16.20.100D of the Development Code based on a recent appraisal of the property provided by applicant. MISCELLANEOUS 37. Final building and site plans, including but not limited to setbacks, elevations, open space calculations, landscaping and fencing and lighting shall be submitted to the Director of Planning for approval to determine conformance with the Development Code. The site plan shall clearly show all pad and ridgeline elevations. 38. A City landscape covenant restricting the height of vegetation on both lots to protect views shall be submitted by the applicant prior to final map approval. P.C. Resolution No. 89 - 29 Page 8