PC RES 1999-030i
P.C. RESOLUTION NO. 99-30
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES APPROVING
TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 25492 TO ALLOW A
SUBDIVISION OF A 65,351 SQUARE FOOT RESIDENTIAL
LOT INTO TWO LOTS, LOCATED AT 3456 VIA CAMPESINA.
" WHEREAS, on April 28, 1999, the applicant, Mr John Bowler submitted
an application for Tentative Parcel Map No 25492 to request a subdivision of a
65,351 square foot residential lot into two lots, located at 3456 Via Campesina,
and,
WHEREAS, on July 12, 1999 the application was deemed complete, and,
WHEREAS, pursuant to the provisions of the California Quality Act, Public
Resource Code Section 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), Staff found no evidence that Tentative Parcel Map
No 25492 would have a significant effect on the environment and, therefore the
proposed project has been found to be categorically exempt (Class 15, Section
15315) in that no prior subdivision occurred in the last two (2) years, and each
proposed lot has an average slope less than twenty (20%) percent; and,
WHEREAS, after notices issued pursuant to the requirements of Rancho
Palos Verdes Development Code, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed
public hearing on September 14, 1999, at which 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 proposed Tentative Parcel Map No 25492 is consistent
with the General Plan since the General Plan Land Use Designation for the site
is Residential 1-2 DU/Acre, which requires residential lots with a minimum lot
size of 20,000 square feet. As proposed, lot no 1 will be 38,738 square feet and
lot no 2 will be 26,613 square feet, which is above the minimum lot size
requirement and is consistent with the City's General Plan
Section 2: The design or improvement of the proposed subdivision is
consistent with the General Plan since the proposed subdivision would comply
with the development standards for an RS -2 zoning district, and each lot will be
able to accommodate residential structures and provide adequate access to Via
Campesina
Section 3: The site is physically suitable for the proposed type and
density of the development since each lot will meet the minimum gross and
contiguous lot area for the RS -2 zone Also, the size of the contiguous area on
each lot is large enough to accommodate a residence, and meet the minimum
structure size, lot coverage and setbacks
Section 4: The design of the subdivision or the proposed improvements
will not cause a substantial environmental damage or substantially injure fish or
wildlife or their habitat since the proposed subdivision will not significantly impact
the natural environment, and there are no coastal sage scrub habitat or sensitive
species has been identified on the subject property.
Section 5: The design of the subdivision or type of improvements will
not cause serious health problems since the proposed project consists of a minor
subdivision of an existing residential lot, and any future residential development
must comply with the City's Development Code and the Uniform Building Code
Section 6: The design of the subdivision or the type of improvements
will not conflict with the easements, acquired by the public at large, or for access
through or use of, since there are no private road easement on the subject
property. Also, due to the lengthy driveway on each lot, the property owner will
have adequate access on the subject site for ingress and egress from Via
Campesina
Section 7: Any interested person may appeal this decision or any
portion of this decision to the City Council Pursuant to Section 16 12.020 E. 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 ten (10)
calendar days following the date of the Planning Commission's final action.
Section 8: For the foregoing reasons based on the information and
findings included in the Staff Report, Minutes, and other record of proceeding,
the Planning Commission hereby approves Tentative Parcel Map No. 25492 to
allow the subdivision of an existing 65,351 square foot residential lot into two lots,
for the property located at 3456 Via Campesina, subject to conditions contained
in Exhibit "A", attached hereto and made a part hereof, which are necessary to
protect the public health, safety and welfare in the area.
P.0 Resolution No. 99-30
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PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 14th day of September 1999, by
the following vote:
AYES: Alberio, Cartwright, Clark, Lyon, Paris, and Vannorsdall
NOES:
ABSENTATION: Slayden
ABSENT:
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Jon S. artwright
Chairman
4ILIPAN.
Joel ' ojas, AICP
II ire or of Planning,:ding
ding
a • Code Enforcement; and,
Secretary to the Planning Commission
P.C. Resolution No. 99- 30
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EXHIBIT "Alp
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 25492
Within ninety (90) days of this approval, the applicant and/or property
owner shall submit to the City a statement, in writing, that they have read,
understand and agree to all conditions of approval contained in this
approval. Failure to provide said written statement within ninety (90) days
following the date of this approval shall render this approval null and void.
2. The landowner shall comply with all the recommendations and
requirements of the Division of Building and Safety and the City's
Geotechnical Consultant
3 The approval shall become null and void after twenty-four (24) months
from the date of approval unless the filing fee for the final parcel map is
submitted to the Planning, Building and Code Enforcement Department A
request for an extension in accordance with the Subdivision Map Act and
the Municipal Code must be submitted to the City, in writing, prior to the
expiration date
4. The applicant shall submit one (1) mylar and one (1) blueprint of the
recorded map to the City.
TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP
5. This approval expires twenty-four (24) months from the date of approval of
the parcel map by the Planning Commission, unless extended per Section
66452.6 of the Subdivision Map Act and Section 16.16.040 of the
Development Code Any request for extension shall be submitted to the
Planning Department in writing prior to the expiration of the map.
6 All lots shall comply with the lot criteria required by the Development Code
for a RS -2 zoning district, including the 20,000 square foot minimum lot
area. As proposed, lot no. 1. will be 38,738 square feet and lot no. 2 will
be 26,613 square feet. The two lots shall conform to the minimum lot area
and dimensions as shown on the plans, stamp dated August 5, 1999
7. Development of the lots shall comply with the requirements of Title 17 of
the City's Municipal Code.
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Tentative Parcel Map No. 25492
September 14, 1999
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8. Development shall comply with all the requirements of the various
municipal utilities and agencies that provide public services to the
property.
9 According to Section 16.02.130 of the Development Code and the
Subdivision Map Act, at the time of making the survey for the final parcel
map, the engineer or surveyor shall set sufficient durable monuments to
conform with the standards of the Subdivision Map Act. Prior to recording
the final map, the exterior boundary of land being subdivided shall be
adequately monumented with no less than a two (2) inch iron pipe, at least
eighteen (18") inches long, set in dirt and filled with concrete at each
boundary corner. The parcel lot corners shall be monumented with no
less than one-half inch iron pipe for the interior monuments All
monuments shall be permanently marked or tagged with the registration or
license number of the engineer of surveyor under whose supervision the
survey was made.
10. A sewer improvement plan shall be prepared as required by the Director
of Public Works and the County of Los Angeles.
11. A sewer connection fee shall be paid to the County Sanitation Districts of
Los Angeles County prior to the issuance of a permit to connect the sewer
line.
12 Any new developments shall comply with all the requirements of the
various municipal utilities and agencies that provide public services to the
property.
13 All lots shall be adequately served by water system facilities, and the L.A.
County Fire Department shall determine the size, type, and location of the
fire hydrants The main water line shall be adequate in size in order to
serve the residence, accommodate the domestic, and fire flows required
for the land division. The total domestic flow shall be determined by the
L.A. County Fire Department. All Fire Department requirements, including
domestic flow requirements shall be satisfied.
14. An address for lot no. 2 shall be assigned by the City prior to issuance of
any building permit for the subject parcels.
15 The property owner is responsible for obtaining an encroachment permit
from the City of Palos Verdes Estates Public Works Department for the
installation of the new sewer line.
Exhibit "A"
Tentative Parcel Map No. 25492
September 14, 1999
Page 3
16. The property owner shall be responsible for repair to any public streets
which may be damaged during development of the subject parcels.
17. Easements shall not be granted within easements dedicated or offered for
dedication to the City until after the final map is filed and recorded with the
County Recorder. No easements shall be accepted after recording of the
final map that in any way conflict with a prior easement dedicated to the
City, or any public utility. All existing easements shall remain in full force
and effect unless expressly released by the holder of the easement.
18 All utilities to and on the subject lots shall be provided underground,
including cable television, telephone, electrical, gas and water All
necessary permits shall be obtained for their installation. Cable television
shall connect to the nearest trunk line at the property owner's expense.
19. No structures shall be constructed on the 16.50' wide water easement
20 No grading or structures are permitted with this approval.
Prior to Submittal of the Final Parcel Map
21. Prior to submitting the final map, the applicant shall obtain clearance from
all affected departments and divisions, including a clearance from the City
Engineer for the following items, mathematical accuracy, survey analysis,
correctness of certificates and signatures
Prior to Approval of the Final Parcel Map
22. The existing 900 square foot barn that is located on lot no. 2 shall be
demolished prior to the approval of the final parcel map.
23. The City Engineer shall review and approve the locations of all utility and
other easements on the subject property to determine the final location
and requirements.
24. Any off-site improvements, such as rights-of-way and easements, shall be
dedicated to the City.
25. All existing public and private utility easements shall be shown on the final
parcel map.
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Exhibit "A" 0 0
Tentative Parcel Map No. 25492
September 14, 1999
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26 Prior to approval of the final parcel map, parkland dedication fees, as
determined by the City Council pursuant to Section 16 20 100 of the
Development Code, shall be paid to the City.
27 The final map is subject to review and approval by the City Engineer. A
trust deposit shall be established with the City to cover any further costs
28. Future development of the subject parcels shall be subject to review by
the City's Geotechnical Consultant
29 The proposed parcel map adhere to all the applicable dedications and
improvements required per Section 16.20 of the Development Code.
30 The applicant shall submit proof of acceptance of flows by City of Palos
Verdes Estates or Los Angeles County into the main line storm drain
system.
31. Prior to issuance of a final parcel map, the applicant shall conduct a
Phase 1 archaeological survey for any visible surface soils.
32 Prior to the issuance of a final parcel map, the applicant shall submit a
letter from the applicant's engineer, stamped by a registered civil
engineer, that they have adequately addressed the flow in the canyon and
that no flood hazard exist for parcel no 2