PC RES 1992-056•
PC RESOLUTION NO 92- 56
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A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO PALOS VERDES APPROVING VARIANCE NO 343 TO ALLOW A
136 SQUARE FOOT ADDITION TO EXTEND A MAXIMUM OF 2 FEET
OVER THE EXTREME SLOPE ON THE WEST SIDE OF THE PROPERTY
AT OCEAN TERRACE DRIVE.
WHEREAS, Warren Sterling and Barbara Marbell have requested
approval for a variance to allow a 136 square foot addition to
extend a maximum of 2 feet over the extreme slope on the west side
of the property and;
WHEREAS, after notice pursuant to the provisions of the Rancho
Palos Verdes Development Code a public hearing was held on
September 8, 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 applicant's lot is triangular in shape and presents a
topographic disadvantage due to the sloping nature of the west side
of the lot adjacent to Highridge Road.
Section 2: That such a variance is necessary for the
preservation and enjoyment of a substantial property right of the
applicant's and said right is enjoyed by other property owners
under like conditions in the same zoning district since the
irregular shape of the property limits the ability of the home
owner to improve his property to the extent that others are able to
in this tract.
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 where the property is located
since the location of the proposed addition, adjacent to Highridge
Road, would not affect the views from adjacent residences, will
maintain an adequate setback from Highridge Road and that proof of
the use of adequate construction materials will be required prior
to building approval.
Section 4: That the granting of the variance will not be
contrary to the objectives of the General Plan or the policies of
the Coastal Specific Plan since the General Plan standards of
housing quality and design are maintained. The proposed addition
would be an improvement to the overall character of the
neighborhood and allow the applicant to further enjoy the use of
their property. The property is not located in the Coastal District.
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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. 343, subject to the conditions of approval in Exhibit
"All which are necessary to preserve and protect the public health,
safety and welfare.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 8th day of September 1992.
Dudley 09
dtr-donk, Director
of Environmental Services and
Secretary to the Planning Commission
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EXHIBIT "A"
Conditions of Approval
Variance No.'343
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1. The applicant shall obtain all necessary Building Permits from
the City's Building and Safety Division.
2. Maximum height of the addition shall not exceed 16 feet in
height.
3. The addition shall not encroach further than 2 feet into the
extreme slope area along the western side of the property.
4. Planning approval is for the 136 square foot addition only.
5. The applicant shall plaster, stucco, or resurface the subject
addition in a color to match the main structure.
6. No grading is approved as a part of this permit. Separate
grading permit grading application shall be required for any
grading in excess of 20 cubic yards and/or cut in excess o 3
feet cut or fill.
7. All disturbance to the adjacent slope shall be minimized during
construction and restored by soil compaction and revegetation.
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