PC RES 2003-054P.C. RESOLUTION NO. 2003-54
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO PALOS VERDES APPROVING CASE NO. ZON2003-00205
(CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REVISION), REVISING THE PARKING LOT
LIGHTING PLAN AT 5845 CRESTRIDGE ROAD (CHURCH OF JESUS
CHRIST OF LATTER DAY SAINTS).
WHEREAS, on November 8,1977, Conditional Use Permit No. 30 and Variance No.
15 were approved, and a Negative Declaration was certified by the Planning Commission
for the construction of a religious facility, and,
WHEREAS, on December 8, 1987, Conditional Use Permit No. 128 was approved,
and a Negative Declaration was certified by the Planning Commission, for the installation of
outdoor lighting to the rear parking lot area of the property; and,
WHEREAS, on April 23, 2003, Shirl Cornwell, representing Church of Jesus Christ of
Latter Day Saints, submitted Case No ZON2003-00205, an application for a revision to a
Conditional Use Permit to allow a revision to the lighting plan for the church facility located
at 5845 Crestridge Road, and,
WHEREAS, on May 20, 2003, the application was deemed incomplete by Staff
pending the submittal of additional information and applications, and,
WHEREAS, on June 26, 2003, upon submittal of an Environmental Assessment
application, the project was deemed complete by Staff, 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), the City of Rancho Palos Verdes prepared an Initial Study and determined that
with appropriate mitigation, there is no substantial evidence that the approval of ZON2003-
00205 would result in a significant adverse effect upon the environment and, therefore, a
Mitigated Negative Declaration has been prepared and notice of same was given in the
manner required by law; 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
October 28, 2003, at which time the Planning Commission continued the item to November
11, 2003; and,
WHEREAS, on November 3, 2003, the applicant submitted revised plans with minor
modifications to the October 28th proposal, and,
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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
November 11, 2003, 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 for the intended use is adequate in size and shape to
accommodate said use because it has been found that although some light standards will
be increased in height, conditions have been incorporated to ensure that spillover of light
and glare will be minimized. Further, the revised lighting plan will not alter the physical
parking lot area or the religious facility since the changes are to the light standards only.
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
Crestridge Road has provided access to the subject site, and other similar institutional uses
along Crestridge Road for a number of years. There is no evidence that Crestridge Road
has operated at a deficient level of service, and the revision to the Church's lighting plan
will not impact any traffic demands to the site.
Section 3: There will be no significant adverse effect on adjacent property or the
permitted use because mitigation measures have been incorporated that reduces the
potential impacts of light and glare, therefore, there will be no significant adverse affects to
adjacent property resulting from the revised lighting plan.
Section 4: The proposed use is not contrary to the General Plan because, as
proposed and conditioned, the project implements goals and policies of the General Plan to
"...the City to review the location and site design of future institutional uses very carefully to
ensure their compatibility with adjacent sites" (page 93). The proposed project will not
change the existing overall land use for the site, which would be subordinate to the primary
use of the property as a religious facility.
Section 5: The site is not within any of the overlay control districts, so there is no
need to ensure that the proposed use complies with the requirements of the chapter
Section 6: Conditions have been imposed to protect the health, safety and
general welfare, which includes setback and buffers, fencing, landscaping, maintenance of
structures, and other conditions, as identified in Exhibit "B" hereto.
Section 7: Any interested person aggrieved by this decision or by any portion of
this decision may appeal to the City Council Pursuant to Chapter 17.80 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 November 11,
2003, the date of the Planning Commission's final action
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Section 8: For the foregoing reasons and based on information and findings
contained in the Staff Reports, minutes, and records of the proceedings, the Planning
Commission hereby approves Case No. ZON2003-00205 for a Conditional Use Permit
Revision, subject to the conditions of approval contained in the attached Exhibit "B",
attached hereto and made a part hereof, which are necessary to protect the public health,
safety, and welfare.
PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED this 11th day of November 2003 by the
following roll call vote:
AYES. Cote, Duran Reed, Lyon, Mueller, Tomblin
NOES. None
ABSTENTIONS None
ABSENT: Cartwright, Long
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Di ctor f Plann B ilding and
and
AZfo 1;0 Secretary
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to the Planning Commission
Craig Mueller
Planning Commission Vice Chairman
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Exhibit "B"
Conditions of Approval
Case No. ZON2003-00205
(Conditional Use Permit)
Prior to any improvements, construction or grading, 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. Approval of Case No ZON2003-00205 (Conditional Use Permit revision) allows for
a revision to the existing parking lot lighting plan. Specifically, of the 13 existing 7 -
foot -tall light standards on the slope along the length of the northern property line of
the parking lot, the 2 standards to the northwest of the church building will be
removed and will not be replaced, 5 standards will be replaced with new taller light
standards and the two to the northeast of the church building will not be modified. In
the remaining portion of the parking lot, 5 new additional 15 -foot tall light standards
will be installed and the remaining existing lighting will not be modified, as illustrated
in the approved plans.
3 The new light standards on the slope along the northern property line shall be limited
to a maximum height of 15 -feet, as measured from the grade elevation of the
parking lot surface adjacent to the light standard to the top of the light standard, or
no taller than the top of the existing northern property line wall, whichever is lower
HEIGHT CERTIFICATION OF THE LIGHT STANDARDS BY A REGISTERED
CIVIL ENGINEER SHALL BE SUBMITTED TO THE PLANNING DEPARTMENT
PRIOR TO BUILDING PERMIT FINAL.
4. The maximum wattage per light standard shall be limited to 150 watts.
5. For the four 7 -foot -tall light standards immediately behind the church building that
will remain, the maximum wattage per light standard shall be limited to a maximum
of 70 watts.
6. The four 7 -foot -tall light standards immediately behind the church building that will
remain shall be used for security lighting purposes only, and shall be on a separate
timer and on a separate means of disconnect. Said security lighting shall be
permitted to remain on until no later than 2.00 am.
7 Prior to the installation of any new light fixture, an updated photometric plan shall be
submitted to the Director of Planning, Building and Code Enforcement. The plan
shall illustrate the specific light fixture type proposed to be installed, and how it will
shield and diffuse the light source so that light spillover onto adjacent property is
eliminated. Subject to the satisfaction of Staff and prior to final building and/or
electrical permits, each light fixture shall be inspected to ensure that each light
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fixture is consistent with the light fixture that was illustrated and assessed on the
photometric plan.
8 The project shall be reviewed by the Planning Commission three (3) months from
Building and Safety permit final of the new lighting standards, to review the
applicant's compliance with the conditions of approval. At that time, the Planning
Commission may add, delete, or modify the conditions of approval as deemed
necessary and appropriate. Notice of said review hearing shall be published and
provided to owners of property within a 500' radius, to persons requesting notice, to
all affected homeowners associations, and to the property owner in accordance with
Rancho Palos Verdes Development Code Section 17 80 090.
9 The new rear parking lot lighting on the slope along the length of the northern
property line shall be on independent means of disconnect, so that the rear parking
lot lighting can be used independently from the remaining lights of the parking lot
and building Further, all lights shall beset to turnoff according to "Luminaire Timer
Settings" on the approved plans.
10. The parking lot lights are allowed to remain on during the following days and times:
Sundays, until 9*30 pm
Monday —Thursday, until 10:00 pm
Friday — Saturday, until 11:00 pm
The four existing 7 -foot -tall light standards behind the church building that will
remain, shall be turned on after the times specified above and shall be turned off no
later than 2:00 am
11 The new 15 -foot -tall light standards in the rear parking lot on the slope along the
length of the northern property line shall only be turned on when the facility is in use
after dark. Only the entry lights, front parking lot lights, and the four 7 -foot -tall light
standards immediately behind the church building shall be permitted to remain on
until 2 00 am for security lighting purposes.
12. The existing trees, hedges and landscaping along the slope along the length of the
northern property line shall be maintained at a height that is not lower than the top of
the new light fixtures.
13. All other conditions of approval for Conditional Use Permit No. 128 (PC Resolution
No. 87-75) that were not modified by this revision shall remain in full force and
effect.
14. The color and material of the new light standards shall be consistent and compatible
with the existing and remaining light standards
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15. Failure to comply with and adhere to all of these conditions of approval may be
cause to revoke the approval of the project by the Planning Commission after
conducting a public hearing on the matter.
16 If the revision has not been established (i.e., constructed) within one year of the
approval of this permit by the Planning Commission, the approval shall become null
and void, unless a written request for extension is filed with the Department of
Planning, Building and Code Enforcement and approved by the Planning
Commission Otherwise, a conditional use permit revision must be approved prior to
further development
17. In the event that any of these conditions conflict with the recommendations and/or
requirements of another permitting agency or City department, the stricter shall
apply
18. 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 on legal holidays.
19. The applicant shall obtain all required permits, including demolition permits, from the
appropriate public agencies.
20 The Director of Planning, Building and Code Enforcement is authorized to make
minor modifications to the approved plans or any of the conditions if such
modifications shall achieve substantially the same results as would strict compliance
with said plans and conditions.
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