PC RES 1992-0420
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P. C. RESOLUTION NO. 92-42
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES APPROVING VARIANCE
NO. 330 AND GRADING PERMIT NO. 1628 FOR A 416
SQUARE FOOT DECK TO BE BUILT INTO AN EXTREME
SLOPE ALONG THE EASTERN SIDEYARD OF AN
EXISTING RESIDENCE AT 3655 HIGHTIDE DRIVE.
WHEREAS, the applicants, Mr. and Mrs. Joe and Kim Spirito,
have requested a Variance and Grading Permit to construct a 416
square foot deck into an extreme slope along the eastern sideyard
of their existing residence at 3655 Hightide Drive; and
WHEREAS, after notice pursuant to the provisions of the
Rancho Palos Verdes Development Code, a public hearing was held on
June 23, 1992, 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 there are exceptional or extraordinary
circumstances or conditions applicable to the property which do
not apply generally to other properties in the same zoning
district, in that the average slope of the applicants' lot is 75%,
with no level, buildable areas existing for expansion other than
within an extreme slope area, thereby requiring a Variance. The
applicants do not have any alternative locations on the property
for the addition of the deck to the existing residence other than
where it has been proposed.
Section 2: That such a Variance is necessary for the
preservation and enjoyment of a substantial property right of the
applicants, and said right is enjoyed by other property owners
under like conditions. The applicants' right to develop their
property is limited due to the steeply sloping nature of their
lot. other properties in the same zoning district have an
opportunity to construct a deck in their rear yard to expand their
useable outdoor area.
Section 3: That the granting of the Variance will not be
materially detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to
property and improvements in the area in which the property is
located since the geology for the proposed project shall be
reviewed and approved by the City's Geologist.
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Section 4: That the granting of such a Variance,will not be
contrary to the objectives of the General Plan nor the goals and
policies of the Coastal Specific Plan since the residential use of
the property will not be altered as a result of the additions and
the property is not located within the Coastal Zone.
Section 5: For the foregoing reasons and based on the
information and findings included in the Staff Report and records
of the proceedings, the Planning Commission hereby approves
Variance No. 330 and Grading Permit No. 1628 subject to the
conditions contained in Exhibit "All attached hereto and made a
part hereof, which are necessary to preserve the public health,
safety, and general welfare in the area.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 30th day of June, 1992.
Dudley Ofiderdonk, Dird-ctor
Environifiental Services and
Secretary to the Commission
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Exhibit "A"
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Conditions of Approval
Variance No. 330 and Grading Permit No. 1628
1. Materials for the deck shall be those represented in the
submitted plans dated January 20, 1992, i.e., stucco walls,
wood flooring, and plexiglass railing.
2. The proportions of the deck shall conform to the proposed
plan (width: 30 feet; length: varying from 171611 where it
meets the existing structure, to 101011 at the easternmost
point).
3. Minimum setbacks: Front-10'0"/Side: 51011
4. A landscape plan shall be submitted to and approved by the
Director of Environmental Services which provides appropriate
screening of the deck as seen from the street below, prior to
the issuance of building permits.
5. Maximum allowable grading: 33.3 cubic yards
Maximum depth of allowable cut: 6 feet from grade (footings
not included)
6. The property owner shall complete, notarize, and submit a
Covenant to Protect Views to the Environmental Services
Department prior to the issuance of building permits.
7 Geology reports shall meet required standards and shall be
submitted for review and approval to the Building and Safety
Department prior to the issuance of building permits.
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