PC RES 1997-022P.C. RESOLUTION NO. 97-22
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES APPROVING
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 194, FOR AN UNMANNED
PERSONAL COMMUNICATION SYSTEM (PCS) FACILITY
INCLUDING FOUR PANEL ANTENNAE AND TWO EQUIPMENT
BOXES, LOCATED AT THE ST. PETER'S BY THE SEA
CHURCH, 6412 PALOS VERDES DRIVE SOUTH
WHEREAS, on September 23, 1996, the applicant, Pacific Bell Mobile Services, submitted
an application for Conditional Use Permit No. 194, and on November 19, 1996 submitted an
application for Coastal Permit No 138, to allow a personal communications systems (PCS) facility
consisting of two cross polar antennae mounted atop the existing church roof ridge, and two
equipment cabinets mounted at grade at St Peter's by the Sea Church, 6412 Palos Verdes Drive
South, and on April 21, 1997, the applicant submitted a revised project that replaced the
proposed antennae mounted atop the existing church with four panel antennae (two on each side
of the church) to be mounted on the end of the existing beams used to support the roof; and,
WHEREAS, pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act, Public
Resources Code Sections 21000 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 65962 5(f) (Hazardous Waste and Substances Statement), this
project is categorically exempt from CEQA per Section 15301, and,
WHEREAS, after notice issued pursuant to the requirements of the Rancho Palos Verdes
Development Code, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing on January 28,
1997, February 25, 1997, March 25, 1997, April 22, 1997 and April 29, 1997, 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: The site is adequate in size and shape to accommodate the proposed
antennae as the proposed antennae will be located within an area of the site that is already
developed (mounted on the existing church), and the antennae and equipment will be located
more than 60 feet from the nearest residential area to the west, and the antennae and equipment
will not alter or interfere with the existing use of the site as a church.
Section 2: The site for the proposed use relates to streets and highways properly
designed to carry the type and quantity of traffic generated by the subject use, because although
maintenance vehicles will occasionally visit the site to service the antennas and equipment, the
project will not result in a significant increase in vehicular trips to and from the site, and therefore
will not result in any measurable change to the existing level of service on Palos Verdes Drive
South
Section 3: In approving the subject use at the specific location, there will be not be a
significant adverse effect on adjacent property or the permitted use thereof because the proposed
panel antennae will not cause any significant view impairment and the panel antennae will
aesthetically blend in with the architectural style of the existing church.
Section 4: The proposed use is not contrary to the General Plan because the project has
been designed to be consistent with the goals and policies of the General Plan, including "It is
the goal of the City of Rancho Palos Verdes to preserve and enhance the community's quality
living environment; to enhance the visual character and physical quality of existing
neighborhoods...", and, "It is the policy of the City to develop controls to preserve existing
significant visual aspects from future disruption or degradation"- and, "It is the policy of the City
to enhance views and vistas where appropriate through vanous visual accents", and, "It is the
goal of the City of Rancho Palos Verdes to provide for land uses which will be sensitive to and
enhance the natural environment and character of the community "
Section 5: In providing certain requirements for special setbacks and additional
screening through the use of fencing, painting and landscaping, the project will provide the
minimum necessary safeguards to protect the health, safety and general welfare as the proposed
project is designed and painted to blend in with the architectural style of the existing structure
Section 6: Any interested person aggrieved by this decision or by any portion of this
decision may appeal to the City Council. Pursuant to Section 17 56 070 of the Rancho Palos
Verdes Municipal Code, any such appeal must be filed with the City, in writing, and with the
appropriate appeal fee, no later than fifteen (15) days following April 29, 1997, the date of the
Planning Commission's final action
Section 7: For the foregoing reasons and based on the information and findings included
in the Staff Report, Minutes and other records of proceedings, the Planning Commission of the
City of Rancho Palos Verdes hereby approves Conditional Use Permit No 194, thereby
approving the installation of an unmanned PCS facility, including four panel antennae (two
mounted at each end of the church) and two equipment cabinets mounted at grade at St Peter's
by the Sea Church, 6412 Palos Verdes Drive South, subject to the conditions of approval
contained in the attached Exhibit "A" which are necessary to protect the public health, safety and
welfare
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PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 29th day of April 1997, by the following vote
AYES. Vannorsdall, Ng, Slayden, Alberio, Cartwright, Clark
NOES None
ABSTENTIONS Whiteneck
ABSENT: None
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Carolynn P ru
Director of Planning, Building and
Code Enforcement, and, Secretary
to the Planning Commission
Donald E Vannorsdall
Chairman
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EXHIBIT "A"
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 194
6412 PALOS VERDES DRIVE SOUTH
1. Within thirty (30) days of this approval, landowner shall submit to the City a
statement, in writing, that they have read, understand, and agree to all Conditions
of Approval contained in this document. Failure to provide such statement shall
render this approval null and void.
2 All construction shall be completed in substantial conformance to the plans
approved by the Planning Commission on April 29, 1997
3. This approval is for four (4) panel antennae, each measuring 20" high x 12" wide
x 3" deep, mounted to the ends of the existing roof beams, and for two (2)
equipment cabinets to be located in a landscaped alcove at grade
4. The antennae and all supporting equipment shall be painted to match the colors of
the existing church building. Prior to issuance of a building permit final inspection,
the applicant shall obtain approval from the Director of Planning, Building and Code
Enforcement to ensure that the antennae and all supporting equipment are painted
a color to match the existing church
5. Prior to issuance of building permits, the applicant shall comply with all
recommendations and requirements of the Division of Building and Safety
6. Prior to issuance of a building permit final inspection, the applicant shall obtain
approval from the Director of Planning, Building and Code Enforcement for the
installation of landscaping and/or other screening in the equipment alcove area.
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