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PC RES 2000-025P.C. RESOLUTION NO. 2000-25 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES APPROVING HEIGHT VARIATION NO. 892 AND GRADING PERMIT NO. 2130 TO ALLOW THE GRADING OF 1,551 CUBIC YARDS OF EARTH FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW 4,937 SQUARE FOOT TWO-STORY SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE, AND AN 837 SQUARE FOOT DETACHED 3 -CAR GARAGE, TOTALING 5,774 SQUARE FEET, ON A 23,850 SQUARE FOOT VACANT LOT, SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS, FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3151 DELUNA DRIVE. WHEREAS, on June 30, 1999, the applicant, Mr. John Koscy submitted applications for Height Variation No. 892 and Grading Permit No. 2130 to grade a total of 1,395 cubic yards of earth for the construction of a new 4,937 square foot two-story residence, and a 837 square foot detached 3 -car garage, totaling 5,774 square feet. The proposed height of the residence will be 24'0", as measured from the highest existing grade covered by the structure to the proposed ridgeline, and, WHEREAS, on March 14, 2000 the application package 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 Regulations, 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 Height Variation No 892 and Grading Permit No. 2130 would have a significant effect on the environment and, therefore the proposed project has been found to be categorically exempt (Class 3, Section 15303; and, WHEREAS, after notices issued pursuant to the requirements of the Rancho Palos Verdes Development Code, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing on May 9, 2000, however due to the lengthy items on the agenda, the item was continued to the May 23, 2000 meeting, at which time all interested parties were given an opportunity to be heard and present evidence, and, WHEREAS, on May 23, 2000, the Planning Commission continued the item to July 11, 2000 meeting for three reasons 1) to re-examine the issues of the driveway location; 2) to allow for the City Geologist to attend the meeting to answer geologic questions; and 3) to address the applicant's request to modify the proposed project; and, WHEREAS, on July 11, 2000, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing, however in order to allow enough time to receive input from the City's Geologist and address the other issues identified by the Planning Commission, the Planning Commission continued the public hearing to the August 8, 2000 meeting since the applicant's architect was unable to attend the July 25, 2000 meeting, and, WHEREAS, on August 8, 2000, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing, 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 applicant has complied with the Early Neighbor Consultation process established by the City by obtaining acknowledgement signatures from 25% of the property owners within the 500' radius of the subject property, and 70% of the property owners within the 100' radius. Section 2: The proposed addition does not significantly impair a view from a viewing area from any public property identified in the City's General Plan, and the property is not located within the Coastal Specific Plan area, therefore the proposed addition does not significantly impair a view from public property. Section 3: The proposed structure is not located on a ridge or promontory since the highest ridge and elongated crest in the tract is located to the west of the subject site. Also, there are no canyons located adjacent to this neighborhood and the property is not situated along the coastal bluffs. Section 4: The proposed two-story residence, when considered exclusive of foliage, does not significantly impair a primary view since the proposed project is designed and situated in such a manner as to minimize view impairment. Therefore, the proposed project will not significantly impair a protected view from the properties to the north, south, east, and west of the subject site. Section 5: No cumulative view impairment will result from granting the applicant's request since no primary protected views are impacted by the proposed addition. Section 6: No primary protected views from the surrounding properties would be significantly impacted by the proposed project as the project is designed and situated in such a manner as to minimize view impairment. P.C. Resolution No 2000-25 Page 2 of 4 Section 7: The proposed structure will be constructed in accordance with the - residential development guidelines of the City's Municipal Code Since the proposal does comply with all other Code requirements, such as lot coverage, and setbacks, and the findings related to the Height Variation can be made, the proposed project complies with the intent of this finding. Furthermore, the proposed addition will also be required to comply with all safety standards of the Uniform Building Codes, and be reviewed, inspected and approved by the Building and Safety Division. Section 8: Due to the variation within the tract, the proposed structure is compatible with the residences along Deluna Drive and within the tract since the total bulk and mass is comparable to the existing one and two story level residence sizes. Also, the apparent mass of the structure will be similar in size and configuration to other two-story level residences along Deluna Drive, and the proposed 3' in 12' pitched roof is common throughout the tract. Section 9: The proposed addition will not infringe on the privacy of any adjacent properties, since there will be no loss of privacy to the interior or outdoor areas of the abutting properties Section 10: The proposed grading of 1,551 cubic yards complies with the necessary grading findings since the construction of the new residence, elevator shaft, garage, and driveway are necessary to accommodate the residential use of the property. Section 11: For the foregoing reasons based on the information and findings included in the Staff Report, and other records of proceedings, which are attached hereto by reference, the Planning Commission of the City of Rancho Palos Verdes hereby approves Height Variation No 892 and Grading Permit No. 2130 to grade a total of 1,551 cubic yards of earth for the construction of a new 4,937 square foot two-story single family residence, and an 837 square foot detached garage, totaling 5,774 square feet on a 23,850 square foot vacant lot for the property located at 3151 Deluna Drive, subject to the 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 C Resolution No. 2000-25 Page 3 of 4 • PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 8th day of August 2000, by the following vote: AYES: Cartwright, Lyon, Paulson, and Vannorsdall NOES: ABSENTATIONS: Long ABSENT: Clark and Mueller Frank Lyo Chairman Joel R I jas, AICP ect,r of Planning, = ding an. ode Enforcemen ; and Secretary to the Planning Commission P.C. Resolution No. 2000-25 Page 4 of 4 EXHIBIT "A" CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL HEIGHT VARIATION NO. 892 AND AND GRADING PERMIT NO. 2130 GENERAL 1 Prior to the submittal of plans into Building and Safety "plan check", the applicant shall submit to the City a statement, that they have read, understand and agree to all the conditions of approval contained herein. Failure to provide said written statement within ninety (90) days of approval shall render this approval null and void 2 The approval shall be null and void after one (1) year from the date of approval unless the approved plans are submitted to the Building and Safety Division to initiate the "plan check" review process, pursuant to Section 17.86.070 of the City's Development Code. This approval shall become null and void after initiating the "plan check" review process, or receiving a building permit to begin construction, said "plan check" or permit is allowed to expire or is withdrawn by the applicant. 3. The Director of Planning, Building and Code Enforcement is authorized to make minor modifications to the approved preliminary plans or any of the conditions if such modifications shall achieve substantially the same results as would strict compliance with said plans and conditions. 4 The abandonment or non-use of this approval after a period of one (1) year shall terminate the approval and any privileges granted hereunder shall become null and void 5. The project shall substantially conform to the stamped approved plans dated the effective date of this approval. HEIGHT VARIATION 6. The proposed two-story residence shall not exceed 5,774 square feet which consists of: a 2,232 square foot first story addition, a 1,860 square foot second story addition, an 845 square foot basement, and an 837 square foot detached garage. The applicant shall provide to the Building and Safety Division a certification from a licensed surveyor that the maximum square footage allowed is not being exceeded. SQUARE FOOTAGE CERTIFICATION IS REQUIRED. Exhibit "A" 0 August 8, 2000 Page 2 s 7. The applicant shall provide to the Building and Safety Division a certification that the proposed ridgeline for the two-story residence shall not exceed 24'0", as measured from the highest existing grade covered by structure (elevation of 112050') to the proposed ridgeline (elevation of 1144.50'). RIDGE HEIGHT CERTIFICATION IS REQUIRED. 8. The proposed detached 3 -car garage shall not exceed 16'0" in height (proposed 14'8"), as measured from elevation 1102 3. 9 A paved 25'0" turning radius shall be provided on the subject site between the garage and street 10. The proposed balconies shall not exceed 170 square feet in combined area 11. The proposed covered patio shall not exceed 320 square feet in area. 12. The proposed trellis shall not exceed 200 square feet in area. 13 No roof decks are permitted with this approval. GRADING 14. The total amount of grading for the construction of the proposed residence, the basement, the detached garage, and the driveway shall not exceed 1,551 cubic yards of earth The proposed grading consists of: 1) 1,426 cubic yards of cut, and 2) 125 cubic yards of fill. A maximum of 1,301 cubic yards of earth may be exported from the subject site. 15. The depth of cut for the 3 -car detached garage and the walkway to the elevator shaft shall not exceed 17'0". The depth of cut for the proposed basement that is located under the residence shall not exceed 12'6". A minimum of one light well must be installed to the satisfaction of the Building and Safety division within the basement area. 16. The proposed driveway approach shall not be connected to the existing driveway approach and shall have a maximum driveway width of 260". There must be at least a 5'0" separation between the proposed driveway approach and the existing driveway approach that serves 3141 Deluna Drive. 17. The applicant shall obtain all the necessary permits for a seepage pit and septic tank from the Building and Safety Division. The proposed septic tank and seepage pit shall be located entirely below grade and shall not extend any closer than 10'0" from the front and street -side property line. Exhibit "A" August 8, 2000 Page 3 18. The proposed retaining wall that is adjacent to the driveway shall not exceed 4'0" in height (proposed: 3'0" to 4'0"). Also, the retaining wall located along a portion of the rear yard area and the interior side yard area shall not exceed 17'0" in height (proposed: 5'0" to 17'0"). 19 Caissons are permitted with this approval, and the depth of cut shall vary from 12'0" to 22'0". No deepened footings are approved with this permit MISCELLANEOUS 20. The minimum setbacks shall conform to the approved plans, but in no case shall be less than• Front: 20' Sides• 5' Rear: 15' 21 The maximum lot coverage shall not exceed forty (40%) percent (proposed: 34%). 22 No foliage is required to be removed during the time of construction. 23 The hours of construction shall be limited to 7:00 a m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday. No construction shall be permitted on Sundays or legal holidays 24 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 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. 25. The construction site shall be enclosed with a six (6'0") high chain-link fence during the time of construction.