PC RES 1995-011P.C. RESOLUTION NO. 95- 11
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES APPROVING
EXTREME SLOPE PERMIT NO. 39, FOR AN EXTENSION
OF AN EXISTING DECK THAT WILL PROJECT A
MAXIMUM OF SIX FEET (6'-0") OVER AN EXTREME
SLOPE AT 3837CREST ROAD.
WHEREAS, the applicant, Ms Lorraine McWhinnie, has submitted Extreme Slope Permit
No 39, for an extension of an existing deck which will project a maximum of six feet (6-0") over an
extreme slope (greater than 35% in steepness) , and,
WHEREAS, pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act, Public
Resources Code Sections 2100 et. seq ("CEQA"), the State's CEQA Guidelines, California Code of
Regulation, Title 14, Section 15000 et seq , the City's Local CEQA Guidelines, and Government
Code Section 65952 5(e) (Hazardous Waste and Substances Statement), Staff found no evidence that
Extreme Slope Permit No 39 would have a significant effect on the environment Accordingly, the
proposed project has been found to be categorically exempt (Class I), and,
WHEREAS, after notice issued pursuant to the provisions of the Rancho Palos Verdes
Development Code, a public hearing was held on April 11, 1995, 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 l: That the site cannot reasonably accommodate the structure in another location
not involving an extreme slope since there is a very limited usable yard available due to the severely
sloping nature of the lot
Section 2: That the project will result in no significant adverse effect on neighboring
properties due to the distance from, and the orientation of the adjacent lots, the proposed deck
expansion will not cause any view impairment The proposed extension of the deck will not have an
adverse visual impact to surrounding properties since the conditions of approval require the applicant
to construct and maintain the deck in a color that blends with the existing residence and surrounding
landscaping and to screen the underside of the deck with landscaping to soften the appearance of the
structure The City's Budding & Safety Division (including the City's geotechnical consultants) will
review the project to ensure that it will not cause erosion or slope instability
Section 3: That there will be insignificant disturbance to the slope, since the deck will be
supported by a small support wall that will require a minimum amount of grading for the foundation
Section 4: That approval of the project is not contrary to the General Plan since the Plan
promotes improvements to properties that will enhance the visual quality of existing neighborhoods
while balancing and protecting the rights of residents within those neighborhoods The applicant's
project, as conditioned, will be consistent with this policy The subject property is not located in the
City's 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 Extreme
Slope Permit No. 39 for the deck to extend a maximum of six feet (6-0") over the extreme slope at
3837 Crest Road, subject to the conditions contained in Exhibit "A", 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 11th day of April 1995, by the following vote:
AYES COMMISSIONERS ALBER.IO, VANNORSDALL, WANG, WHITENECK, VICE CHAIR
HAYES, CHAIRMAN MOWLDS
NOES NONE
ABSTENTIONS NONE
ABSENT; FERRARO
l
Bret B Bernard, AICP
Director of Planning, Building, and Code
Enforcement, and, Secretary to the Planning
Commission
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EXHIBIT "A"
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
FOR EXTREME SLOPE PERMIT NO 39
(3837 CREST ROAD)
1) The maximum projection of the deck over the extreme slope shall not exceed 6-0"
2) The maximum height of the deck (including the handrail) shall not exceed 12'-0" (as
measured to the top of the hand rail from the lowest finished grade adjacent to the
support footing
3) That portion of the deck structure below the deck floor, shall be screened with
vegetation for the entire length of the deck. A landscape plan shall be submitted for
review by the Director of Planning, Building & Code Enforcement prior to the
issuance of building permits
4) The color of the deck shall blend with the natural landscape The color used shall be
reviewed and approved by the Director of Planning, Building & Code Enforcement
prior to the issuance of building permits
5) Construction shall substantially conform to plans stamped as received by the City on
February 21, 1995
6) In the event that a Planning requirement and Building & Safety requirement are in
conflict with one another, the stricter standard shall apply
7) The construction site shall be kept free of all loose materials resembling trash and
debris in excess of that material used for immediate construction purposes. Such
excess material may include, but is not limited to, the accumulation of debris,
garbage, lumber, scrap metal, concrete, asphalt, piles of earth, salvage materials,
abandoned or discarded furniture, appliances or other household fixtures
8) A completed and notarized Covenant to Protect Views shall be submitted to the
Planning Department prior to the submittal of the approved plans into the Building
and Safety Division's Plan Check process
9) No grading has been approved in conjunction with the project other than that
necessary for the excavation of the footings for the support wall.
P.C. Resolution No 95-11
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