PC RES 1990-044P.C. RESOLUTION NO. 90-44
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES APPROVING
GRADING APPLICATION NO. 1410 AT 6200 VIA
CANADA.
WHEREAS, Nuel Benson has requested a Grading permit to
construct a single family residence on a lot with an overall
average slope greater than 35 percent.
WHEREAS, after notice pursuant to the City's Development
Code, a hearing was held on August 14, 1990, 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 based on information submitted, on-site
verification, and reports reviewed by the City's geologist that
the open space hazard zoning designation has been precisely
determined by the Director of Environmental Services and that the
proposed development will occur on portions of the lot zoned RS -2
with slopes less than 35 percent.
Section 2: That the grading indicated is not excessive beyond
that necessary for the primary permitted use of the lot since the
plans will allow for a residential structure of approximately
3,811 square feet which is consistent in size with other
residential structures in the immediate neighborhood.
Section 3: That the grading and construction do not adversely
affect visual relationships with, nor the views from, neighboring
sites since the proposed structure is within the allowable height
requirements.
Section 4: That the nature of the grading minimizes
disturbance to the natural contours; finished contours are
reasonably natural since the structure will step with the slope
and the maximum height of one downslope and one side yard
retaining walls will not exceed 42 inches in height.
Section 5: For the foregoing reasons and based on the
information and findings included in the staff report, minutes,
and records of proceedings, the Planning Commission hereby
approves the request for approval of Grading Permit No. 1410 to
construct a single family residence on a lot with an average slope
greater than 35 percent subject to modifications and the
conditions of approval in Exhibit "A" which are necessary to
protect the public health, safety, and welfare.
PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED this 14th
obeli Benar irector of
Envilronmental Services and.
Secretary to the Commission
P.C. Resolution 90-44
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EXHIBIT "A"
1. The plans as submitted shall be revised to provide proper
light and ventilation or other provisions as required by the
Building Code to allow the "underfloor area" to be used as
habitable area.
2. Maximum elevation of the structure shall not exceed 777.0
feet. Maximum upslope height of the structure shall not
exceed 16' 0" and the maximum downslope height of the
structure shall not exceed 30' 0" .
3. Maximum height of downslope and side yard retaining walls
shall not exceed 42 inches. Maximum combined height of
retaining walls and any fencing or railing placed above shall
not exceed 6 feet on the high side and 8 feet on the low
side.
4. Landowner shall submit to the City a Covenant to Maintain
Property to protect views prior to issuance of building
permits.
5. A landscape plan indicating plant species, size, and location
and an irrigation plan shall be submitted for review and
approval by the Director of Environmental Services prior to
final inspection of the structure. The plans shall utilize a
minimum of 80% drought tolerant material and fire retardant
plant species where possible. The irrigation system shall
provide for separate water lines for all high water use
areas. Landscaped areas shall be limited to those areas with
less than 35 percent slope. All other areas shall maintain
the existing, natural vegetation.
6. No grading is permitted beyond the extreme slope ( 35 percent
slope or greater) areas indicated on the plans.
7 . The landowner and their representative shall comply with all
recommendations of the City geologist and with all
recommendations, if any, of Building and Safety.
8. The hauling route used for the export of the soil material
shall be reviewed and approved by the Directors of
Environmental Services and Public Works.
P.C. Resolution No . 90-44
Exhibit A