PC RES 1997-065A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES APPROVING
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 199 TO ALLOW
KENNELING ACTIVITIES ASSOCIATED WITH A
VETERINARIAN HOSPITAL ON PROPERTY LOCATED AT
28326 WESTERN AVENUE.
WHEREAS, on July 16, 1997, Robert W. Moore applications for Conditional Use
Permit No 199 and Environmental Assessment No 697 proposing to conduct
kenneling activities in conjunction with a veterinarian hospital within an existing
commercial building at 28326 Western Avenue, and,
WHEREAS, the applications were deemed complete on September 16, 1997
after the applicant submitted required environmental information; and,
WHEREAS, the project site consists of a existing commercial budding which was
previously used as a restaurant, but which has been vacant for several years, and,
WHEREAS, a Draft Negative Declaration has been prepared and notice of that
fact was given in the manner required by law, and,
WHEREAS, after issuing notice pursuant to the requirements of the City's
Development Code and the State CEQA Guidelines, the Planning Commission of the
City of Rancho Palos Verdes held a public hearing on November 11, 1997 at which
time all interested parties were given an opportunity to be heard and present evidence;
and,
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Palos Verdes
adopted Resolution No. 97-64, adopting a Negative Declaration for this project prior to
taking action on the Conditional Use Permit application;
NOW, THEREFORE, THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO PALOS VERDES HEREBY FINDS, DETERMINES, AND RESOLVES AS
FOLLOWS:
Section 1 The proposed Conditional Use Permit is not contrary to the General
Plan, and particularly the land use designation of Commercial - retail, based on the
intended use, and its location within an existing commercial center.
Section 2. The proposed site conforms to the Municipal Code requirements
for parcels of land within the CG (Commercial General ) zoning district, with the
exception of lot width, as permitted by Variance No. 418.
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Section 3- The site is adequate in size and shape to accommodate the
proposed use and for all of the yards, setbacks, walls, fences, landscaping and other
features required by this title or by conditions imposed under this section to integrate
said use with those on adjacent land and within the neighborhood This is
demonstrated by the location within a commercial center, on a lot that meets the zoning
criteria, and since the use is consistent with the surrounding uses and is set away from
residential uses.
Section 4. The site for the proposed use relates to streets and highways
sufficient to carry the type and quantity of traffic generated by the subject use based on
Its location adjacent to Western Avenue and Westmont Drive which, in conjunction with
the ingress and egress features of the commercial center, adequately serve the
proposed use
Section 5, Approval of the subject use at 28326 Western Avenue, there will be
no significant adverse effect on adjacent property or the permitted use thereof, in that
the proposed uses will be contained inside the building, with the exception of incidental
walking of kenneled pets, and since appropriate noise and odor control measures will
be taken to minimize impact to adjacent uses. The project site is also set away from
residential areas, with streets intervening as buffers
Section 6: The site of the proposed use is not within any of the overlay control
districts established by chapter 17 40 (Overlay Control Districts) of the Rancho Palos
Verdes Municipal Code
Section 7, Conditions of approval as set forth in Exhibit A, attached hereto,
are found to be necessary to protect the health, safety and general welfare
Section 8: Based upon the facts contained in this Resolution, in the Staff
Report and other components of the legislative record, in the proposed Negative
Declaration, and in the public comments received by the Commission, the Planning
Commission hereby approves Conditional Use Permit No 199 to allow for kenneling
activities associated with a veterinarian hospital to be located at 28326 Western
Avenue The approval of Conditional Use Permit No. 199 shall be subject to the
conditions of approval set forth in Exhibit "A" attached hereto, which are necessary to
protect and preserve the public health, safety and welfare.
PC RESOLUTION NO 97- 65
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PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED this 11th day of November 1997 by the
following roll call vote
AYES- Commissioners Alberio, Cartwright, Clark, Ng, Slayden, and
Vice Chairman Whiteneck
NOES None
ABSTENTIONS: None
ABSENT. Chairman Vannorsdall
Dtnaldt Vannorsdall
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Carolynn Pbtru, AICP
Director of Planning, Building,
and Code Enforcement, and,
Secretary to the Planning Commission
Attachment Exhibit "N'- Conditions of Approval
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Exhibit "A"
Conditional Use Permit 199 - Conditions of Approval
General
Within ninety (90) days of the approval of the project, the applicant shall submit,
in writing, a statement that he has read, understands, and accepts all conditions
of approval Failure to provide said written statement shall render this approval
null and void
2 The applicant shall be responsible for submittal of the $25.00 fee environmental
posting fee, made payable to Los Angeles County, within 48 hours of the
approval of this permit.
3 This conditional use permit shall be reviewed by the Planning Commission six (6)
months from the date of the issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy or Final
Building Permit for the renovation, whichever occurs first, to ensure compliance
with all conditions of approval. At that time the Planning Commission may add,
delete, or modify conditions of approval as deemed necessary and appropriate.
Notice of said review shall be provided in accordance with the provisions of
Section 17 80 of the Rancho Palos Verdes Municipal Code
4 The Director of Planning, Building and Code Enforcement is authorized to make
minor modifications to the approved preliminary plans or any of the conditions of
approval if such modifications will achieve substantially the same results as
would strict compliance with said plans and conditions.
5 The uses permitted herein shall commence no later than one (1) year from the
date of approval, after all appeal periods have expired Failure to commence the
use within this time period shall result in expiration of the permit, thereby making
all approvals null and void and of no effect whatsoever The Planning
Commission may, at their discretion, extend this period for up to one (1)
additional year provided the applicant shows substantial hardship, delays
beyond their control, or other good cause
6. The abandonment or non-use of this approval after initial establishment of the
kenneling and veterinarian hospital use shall terminate the approval and any
privileges granted hereunder shall become null and void.
7 The maximum lot coverage for the lots shall be 50 percent Lot coverage shall
include all areas covered by the primary and accessory structures, covered patio
areas and all driveway areas.
Resolution No 97-65 Exhibit "N'
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8 The applicant shall obtain all necessary building permits prior to commencing
construction activities, and construction activity shall be limited to daytime
working hours (7:00 am to 7.00 pm) Monday through Saturday No such activity
shall occur on Sundays or legal holidays
9 All uses associated with the veterinarian hospital and kenneling shall be
conducted inside the building, with the exception of incidental walking of
kenneled pets
10 Eastview Park shall under no circumstances be utilized for walking or exercising
pets kenneled at the facility approved herein
11 The applicant or operator shall comply with all Los Angeles County Health
Department standards, including but not limited to disposal of biomedical wastes
12. The applicant shall obtain all necessary building permits prior to commencing
any construction work.
13 The new colors and materials for the building shall be compatible with the overall
commercial center, and shall be reviewed and approved by the Director of
Planning, Building and Code Enforcement prior to commencing the exterior work
on the building.
14 The applicant or operator shall conduct the veterinarian hospital / kenneling
business in such a way that no significant noise impact to adjacent land uses will
occur Further, the applicant shall implement appropriate maintenance and / or
other appropriate odor controlling mechanisms so that no impact to adjacent land
uses will occur.
15 The applicant shall obtain required sign permit review and approval, along with
the required building permits, prior to the installation of any signage for the
proposed use
16 The Planning Commission, at a duly notice public hearing, may revoke this
permit for failure to comply with the conditions of approval set forth herein If
revoked, Conditional Use Permit No 199 shall be null and void, and continuation
of the conditional use thereafter shall constitute a violation of the Rancho Palos
Verdes Municipal Code.
17 Any new use or expansion of an existing use proposed on the subject property
shall be subject to review and approval of a revision to the Conditional Use
Permit, including, but not limited to additional environmental review as required
by the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act.
Resolution No 97-65- Exhibit "A"
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18 Unless otherwise designated in these conditions, all construction shall be
completed in substantial conformance to the plans as approved by the
Department of Planning, Building and Code Enforcement, and stamped received
on October 30, 1997.
19. During construction, the project site shall be maintained free and clear of all trash
and debris. All construction material shall be neatly stored in an area
substantially screened from surrounding uses, and shall not interfere with
parking or circulation at the commercial center
20. In the event that these conditions conflict with those set forth by another
permitting agency or City department, the stricter shall apply.
21. The applicant shall comply with the requirements of the Los Angeles County
Sanitation District as discussed in the letter dated November 5, 1997.
Resolution No 97-65 Exhibit "A"
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