CC SR 20190305 05 - General Plan Annual Report
RANCHO PALOS VERDES CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: 03/05/2019
AGENDA REPORT AGENDA HEADING: Regular Business
AGENDA DESCRIPTION:
Consideration and possible action to forward the 2018 Annual Report on the
implementation of the Rancho Palos Verdes General Plan to the appropriate State
agencies.
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
(1) Direct Staff to forward the City’s Annual Report on the status of the
implementation of the Rancho Palos Verdes General Plan during the 2018
calendar year to the Governor’s Office of Planning and Research (OPR) and the
Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD).
FISCAL IMPACT: None
Amount Budgeted: N/A
Additional Appropriation: N/A
Account Number(s): N/A
ORIGINATED BY: Octavio Silva, Senior Planner
REVIEWED BY: Ara Mihranian, AICP, Director of Community Development
APPROVED BY: Doug Willmore, City Manager
ATTACHED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
A. 2018 Annual Report on the Implementation of the Rancho Palos Verdes
General Plan (page A-1)
BACKGROUND AND DISCUSSION:
The General Plan is a long-term guideline for the City’s vision of future development
and contains goals and provides policy statements to achieve those goals. Many of the
goals and policies stated within the General Plan are implemented in conjunction with
the City’s Municipal Code. To assess the progress of implementing the General Plan,
Section 65400(b)(1) of the California State Government Code requires that each city
“provide an annual report to the legislative body on the status of the [general] plan and
progress in its implementation.”
On September 18, 2018, the City Council adopted an updated General Plan. While the
updated General Plan introduced some new goals and policies, many of them remain
consistent with those adopted in 1975, which have guided the City through the years.
This annual report is the first since the adoption of the updated General Plan and
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includes a more streamlined and reader-friendly approach by eliminating redundancy
and consolidating sections of the report.
Pursuant to Section 65400 of the State Government Code, Staff has prepared the
required Annual Report (Attachment A), which details the City’s efforts in implementing
the goals and policies of the updated General Plan for calendar year 2018. The Annual
Report delineates the seven State mandated elements of the General Plan and lists
actions taken to implement the goals and policies of the General P lan between January
1, 2018, and December 31, 2018. The applicable General Plan goal or policy follows
each action. Staff believes that the goals and policies of the General Plan continue to be
implemented by actions taken by the City while balancing commu nity needs, property
rights, and the health, safety and welfare of the general public.
Planning Commission Meeting
The Annual Report is scheduled for presentation to the Planning Commission at its
February 26, 2019, meeting which will occur after the transmittal of this report. Staff will
update the City Council regarding the Planning Commission’s recommendations on the
Annual Report as Late Correspondence. If accepted by the City Council, the Annual
Report will be forwarded to the Governor’s Office of Planning and Research (OPR) and
the Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) on or before the April
1, 2019, deadline.
ALTERNATIVES:
In addition to the Staff recommendation, the following alternative action is available for
the City Council’s consideration:
1. Identify additional information to be included in the General Plan Annual
Report prior to forwarding the report to the required State agencies.
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INTRODUCTION
The purpose of this report is to comply with the requirements of Section 65400(b)(1) of
the California State Government Code, which requires that an annual report on the status
of the City’s General Plan be submitted to the legislative body, the Office of Planning and
Research (OPR) and the Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD).
The annual report must provide information regarding the City’s progress on the
implementation of the goals and policies of the City’s General Plan.
The General Plan is a comprehensive planning document intended to guide physical
development throughout the City. State law requires that each adopted general plan
address a minimum of seven issues (i.e., “elements”). Each element covers a certain
aspect of the City’s growth and development, and must be consistent with the other
elements. The seven mandatory elements include Land Use, Circulation, Housing,
Conservation, Open Space, Noise, and Safety (including Seismic Safety).
The City finds itself at a unique crossroad during this reporting period. While the City’s
General Plan was prepared and adopted in June 1975 ; in September 2018, after a series
of public hearings and comprehensive planning process, the City approved an updated
General Plan. The updated General Plan includes the seven mandatory elements along
with a Fiscal Element, Social Services Element, and a Visual Resources Element. While
the updated General Plan introduced some new goals and policies, many of them remain
consistent with those adopted in 1975, which have guided the City through the years.
This reporting period serves as a bridge between the City’s implementation of the original
General Plan and the updated General Plan.
The following Annual Report provides a list of actions taken by the City to further
implement the goals and policies of the City’s General Plan, as they relate to the seven
required General Plan Elements, between January 1, 2018 and December 31, 2018,
followed by a reference to the appropriate policy that is implemented by the action.
STATUS OF THE GENERAL PLAN
The City of Rancho Palos Verdes was incorporated in 1973 in response to high -density
development proposals along the scenic coastal bluffs that help define the character of
the Palos Verdes Peninsula. Subsequently, the City’s first General Plan was adopted on
June 26, 1975. The adopted goals emphasized minimizing density along the coastal bluff
areas, maintaining the rural character of the community, recognizing and managing
unique resources, and identifying and protecting areas with significant development
constraints such as sloped areas and areas of geologic instability.
Since that time, the City has completed various General Plan Amendments to update the
City’s Housing Element in accordance with State Housing Law, with the most recent being
completed in 2014. The Planning Commission reviewed and approved the document on
January 28, 2014 and the City Council approved the document on February 4, 2014.
Subsequently, Staff forwarded the document to HCD for review. In April 2014, the City
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received certification of the new Housing Element from HCD, which is the Housing Element
used for this report and the separate Housing Element Annual Update.
On September 18, 2018, after 16 years and a number of public hearings, the City adopted
the updated 2018 General Plan. The 2018 General Plan maintains the majority of the
original 1975 goals and policies, and has been updated to represent the current
development of the City, current economic and demographic data, City Council -approved
land use decisions over the years, and to incorporate Planning Commission directed edits,
and text changes to address statutory requirements. Many of the elements have been
retitled to be consistent with element titles required by the State. In summary, the update
can be characterized more as a facelif t than a rewrite of the 1975 General Plan. A copy of
the document is available on the City’s website by visiting the following link,
http://www.rpvca.gov/356/General-Plan-Update.
The City continues to implement the goals and policies that were central to the City’s
incorporation with decisions that balance community needs, property rights, and the health
and welfare of the general public. The City Council, Planning Commission, and Staff
continue to adhere to a vision for the City that promotes a well informed and educated
public with regard to City issues, problems, and services; a friendly responsive and
competent City government; a safe community in which to live and work; a community with
a sound economic base; a sound financial base to support and maintain vital City services;
reductions to long-term public infrastructure costs within the City; and, a well maintained,
balanced, and aesthetically pleasing community.
CONSIDERATION OF ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT
The 2018 Annual Report on the Implementation of the Rancho Palos Verdes General
Plan was first presented to the City’s Planning Commission on February 26, 201 9 for its
consideration. This Annual Report is being presented to the City Council for review and
approval on March 5, 2019.
ACTIONS TAKEN BETWEEN JANUARY 1, 2018 AND DECEMBER 31, 2018 TO
IMPLEMENT THE GOALS AND POLICIES OF THE GENERAL PLAN
The following information is intended to specify and highlight each of the mandatory
elements in the City’s updated General Plan, with a brief definition and the actions taken
to implement its goals and policies. The applicable goal or policy number, as well as page
number where each goal or policy can be found in the updated General Plan follows each
action. A list of each goal and policy as specified in the updated General Plan and
referenced in this document has been attached to this report for reference purposes.
Within this reporting period, the following actions occurred:
I. Circulation Element
The primary role of the Circulation Element is to plan the transportation
system needed to serve proposed development as defined in the Land Use
Element of the City of Rancho Palos Verdes General Plan. The Circulation
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Element also has a role in planning for the future with regard to the provision
of infrastructure that services the City. The circulation system affects growth
patterns, the environment, and the quality of life of the City’s residents and
workers. The system ranges from sidewalks to roadways to trails, all
providing for the safe, efficient, and sometimes recreational movement of
people through the City. The location and nature of circulation system
components derives from—and in turn, affects—physical settlement
patterns, air quality, plant and animal habitats, noise, energy use, safety,
visual appearance, social interaction, and economic activity within the
community.
Completed the Miraleste Drive Arterial Rehabilitation Project, from Palos Verdes
Drive East to First Street (City Boundary). Circulation Element, Goal No. 2 & 3,
pg. C-5.
Completed the Storm Drain Point Repair Project including 7 locations
throughout the City’s east side. Circulation Element, Goal No. 1 & 4, pg. C-5.
Completed the Pedestrian Safe Bus Stop Linkage on Hawthorne Blvd. including
bus stop and shelter improvements from Palos Verdes Drive West to Crest
Road. Circulation Element, Goal No. 3, pg. C-5., Safety Element, Policy No. 33,
pg. S-8.
Completed the Residential Roadways Rehabilitation Program Cycle I (Area 7).
Circulation Element, Goal No. 2 and Policy No. 1, pg. C-5.
Approved the installation of various antennas for wireless facilities and personal
communication systems on private and public property throughout the City.
Circulation Element, Goal No. 1, pg. C-7 and Policy No. 52, pg. C-8.
The seven-member Infrastructure Management Advisory Committee continued
to meet on a monthly basis to discuss infrastructure projects and needs.
Circulation Element, Goal 1-2, pg. C-5.
Continued implementation of the Abalone Cove Sewer System Management
Plan. Circulation Element, Goal No. 1 & 4, pg. C-5 and Policy No. 43-44 pg. C-7.
Continued implementation of the City’s Master Plan of Drainage, which identifies
storm drain capacity deficiencies and a proposed program to correct them,
including budget estimates and a prioritization scheme for improvements. The 10
year program includes capacity improvement. Circulation Element, Goal No. 1 &
4, pg. C-5 and Policy No. 31, pg. C-7.
Continued implementation of the Municipal Storm Drain Catch Basin
Maintenance cleaning program as required through the MS4 permit. Circulation
Element, Goal No. 1 & 4, pg. C-5 and Policy No. 45-49, pg. C-8.
Allocated Gas Tax funds for street slurry seal, and street sidewa lk repair
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throughout the City. Circulation Element, Goal No. 3 & 5, pg. C-5.
Completed traffic enhancements at a number of locations throughout the City
and replaced traffic signs and signal equipment citywide to enhance and refresh
traffic signal controls. Circulation Element, Goal No. 2 -3 & 5, pg. C-5 and Policy
No. 3, pg. C-5.
Continued to utilize the City’s speed radar trailer at various locations citywide to
advise the motoring public of post speed limits. Circulation Element, Goal No. 2,
pg. C-5.
The Traffic Safety Committee continued to meet regularly to review traffic related
projects, concerns and activities. Circulation Element, Goal No. 2 & 5, pg. C-5
and Policy No. 19, C-6.
Continued requiring construction and demolition recycling as part of eligible
city/public projects. Circulation Element, Policy No. 42, pg. C-7.
Continued the annual Christmas tree and the weekly residential green waste and
mixed recycling collection programs. Circulation Element, Policy No. 42, pg. C-7.
Continued the weekly on-call curbside collection of used oil and oil filter,
electronics waste and bulky waste items. Circulation Element, Policy No. 42, pg.
C-7.
Continued use of waste reduction funds to allocate the “Recyclers of the Month”
program. Circulation Element, Policy No. 42, pg. C-7.
Continued the twice annual paper/document shredding, electronics waste
collection and mulch giveaway event to residents. Circulation Element, Policy
No. 42, C-7.
Continued hosting the annual household hazardous waste and electronics waste
roundup event and promoting similar events in the neighboring cities. Circulation
Element, Policy No. 42, C-7.
Continued to the collection of used batteries at various City Facilities. Circulation
Element, Policy No. 42, C-7.
Promoted the 2018 Annual SEED Awards recognizing South Bay businesses,
individuals and organizations for their environmental leaderships and
sustainability. Circulation Element, Policy No. 42, C-7.
Promoted used oil recycling and Earth Month 2018 events by placing weekly
advertisements in the PV News, an advertisement in the monthly Peninsula
People. Circulation Element, Policy No. 42, C-7.
Continued to provide a Public Works Environmental Booth at the Whale of a
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Day and 4th of July Celebration events and distribute recycling, waste
reduction and stormwater pollution prevention information and giveaways.
Provided outreach material at “Yappy Hour” events. Circulation Element, Policy
No. 42, C-7 and Conservation and Open Space Element, Policy No. 37, pg. No.
COS-6.
Coordinated with Southern California Edison for the removal of two utility poles
near Pelican Cove Park. Circulation Element, Goal No. 1, pg. C-5 and Policy
No. 50, pg. C-8.
Repaired and maintained pedestrian and equestrian trails throughout the City.
Circulation Element, Goal No. 2, pg. C-5 and Policy No. 11, 22, 25-27, pg. C-6
& 7.
Continued to provide crossing guard services in certain neighborhoods
surrounding schools. Circulation Element, Goal No. 2 -3, pg. C-5.
Completed major storm drain installation work at Montemalaga Street, with
additional storm drain replacement work at Western Avenue and Caddington
Drive including the removal and replacement of existing storm drain pipe to
address surface flooding issues. Circulation Element, Goal No. 4, pg. C-4.
II. Conservation and Open Space Element
The State of California requires both a Conservation Element and an Open
Space Element to be included in every local government general plan. As
many of the goals and policies of the City of Rancho Palos Verdes and the
requirements of the State are related, these two elements have been joined
into one element for this General Plan.
Open space is one of the prominent features that defines the character of
Rancho Palos Verdes, and plays a large role in the City’s residents’ quality of
life, and non-residents seek to visit. Conserving open space provides
opportunities for public outdoor recreation, viewshed protection, and
conservation of natural and biological resources, which provide a healthy
ecosystem for vegetation and wildlife, flood and erosion control, protection
of the public health and safety, buffering between incompatible land uses,
and the enhancement of roads and public spaces.
Issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) to solicit bids from design firms to prepare
an updated Trails Network Plan. Conservation and Open Space Element, Goal
No. 1, pg. COS-3 and Policy No. 14, pg. COS-5
Approved the Natural Community Conservation Plan and Habitat Conservation
Plan (NCCP/HCP) and submitted the plan to the State and Federal Wildlife
Agencies for approval. Conservation and Open Space Element, Goal No. 1-2,
pg. COS-3 and Policy No.16, 22-23 pg. COS-5, Circulation Element, Policy No.
14, pg. C-5 and Land Use Element, Goal No. 6, pg. L-7.
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Completed design work on expanded exhibits at the Point Vicente Interpretive
Center, with exhibits focusing on historic shore whaling and Point Vicente
Lighthouse. The work was funded in part by a California Cultural and Historical
Endowment Museum grant. Conservation and Open Space Element, Goal No.
2, pg. COS-3, Policy No. 38, pg. COS-6 and Land Use Element, Goal No. 6,
pg. L-7.
Approved the Conceptual Ladera Linda Master Plan following an extensive
public outreach effort. Contract for refined design and construction documents
approved in December 2018. Conservation and Open Space Element, Policy
No. 35-36, pg. COS-6 and Land Use Element, Goal No. 6, pg. L-7.
Completed improvements within the Eastview Park including enhancement of
amenities, trail and access improvements, as well as a new dog park.
Conservation and Open Space Element, Policy No. 35-36, pg. COS-6 and
Circulation Element, Policy No. 16, pg. C-6.
Continued to implement the Management Agreement with the Palos Verdes
Peninsula Land Conservancy to re-vegetate, operate and maintain the City’s
Palos Verdes Nature Preserve. Conservation and Open Space Element, Goal
No. 1 and Policy No. 21-27, pg. COS-4 & 5.
The Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy enhanced 7 acres of cactus
wren habitat at Three Sisters Reserve, Alta Vicente Reserve and Filiorum
Reserve. In addition, the Land Conservancy continued maintaining 32 acres of
habitat in the restoration project areas at Alta Vicente Reserve and Portuguese
Bend Reserve. Furthermore, the Land Conservancy closed spur trails and
conducted several trail projects to improve trail tread and vegetation throughout
the entire Palos Verdes Nature Preserve. Conservation and Open Space
Element, Goal No. 1 and Policy No. 21-27, pg. COS-4 & 5.
Continued to conduct view assessments for applicable development
applications to ensure protection of the City’s view-shed and conformance with
the City’s building and foliage height restrictions. Conservation and Open
Space Element, Goal No. 1 and Policy No. 17 pg. COS-4 & 5.
Enacted an Ordinance to prohibit gas leaf and debris blowers in residential
neighborhoods throughout the City. Conservation and Open Space Element,
Goal No. 3, COS-3.
Adopted a Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance, which updated the City’s
existing Code to comply with State of California requirements related to water
efficient landscaping. Conservation and Open Space Element, Policy No. 10 &
14-15, pg. COS-4 & COS-5. Land Use Element, Policy No. 6, pg. L-8.
Maintained the water conservation page on the City website to promote ways to
lower water consumption due to the California drought. Conservation and Open
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Space Element, Policy No. 10 & 14-15, pg. COS-4 & COS-5. Land Use Element,
Policy No. 6, pg. L-8.
Continued the Clean Bay Restaurant Certification program, and City Council
recognition, in partnership with the Santa Monica Bay Restoration Commission.
Conservation and Open Space Element, Goal No. 3, pg. COS-3.
Continued implementation of MOU with other Peninsula Watershed
Management Agencies for development of a Coordinated Integrated Monitoring
Program (CIMP) to measure pollutant levels in storm water and urban runoff.
Conservation and Open Space Element, Goal No. 3, pg. COS -3.
Continued promoting the various composting workshop events, hosting a
workshop and providing rebates on the purchase of compost bins.
Conservation and Open Space Element, Policy No. 37, pg. COS-6.
Continued the twice annual city-wide brush clearing collection event.
Conservation and Open Space Element, Policy No. 25 & 37, pg. COS-6.
Completed the trimming or removal of approximately 100 trees within Hesse
Park to protect views taken from the park and to protect views from surrounding
residences near the park. Conservation and Open Space Element, Goal No. 1,
pg. COS-3.
Staff and the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy continued to work on
implementing the City Council adopted Preserve Trails Plan and implementing
on the Council-adopted Public Use Master Plan for the Palos Verdes Nature
Preserve. Conservation and Open Space Element, Goal No. 1, pg. COS -3 and
Policy No. 18, 22-23, pg. COS-6, Policy No. 27 & 35-38, pg. COS-6
Continued to coordinate with the Los Serenos De Point Vicente docent
organization on a variety of public recreational and educational opportunities,
including public hikes and tours, the Docent 4th and 6th Grade Programs, the
Junior Docent Program, Whale of a World Program, and the Docent Open
House. Conservation and Open Space Element, Policy No. 24-25, pg. COS-5
and Policy No. 37, pg. COS-6.
Completed various improvements to Lower Hess Park including landscaping,
trail improvements and new picnic nodes. Conservation and Open Space
Element, Policy No. 35, pg. COS-6.
Continued to provide recreational opportunities for the developmentally
disabled community through the REACH Program, a recreational program
promoting confidence, physical health, and independence for the
developmentally disabled community. Conservation and Open Space Element,
Policy No. 35-37, pg. COS-6.
Co-sponsored various nature walks and hikes conducted by the Los Serenos
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de Point Vicente Docents, and the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy
at various locations throughout the City. Open Space Management staff
conducted Preserve open-space-related public information events.
Conservation and Open Space Element, Policy No. 24-25, pg. COS-5 and
Policy No. 37, pg. COS-6.
Continued partnerships with the Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District
to provide community access to a gymnasium. Conservation and Open Space
Element, Policy No. 35-37, pg. COS-6.
Sponsored and co-sponsored a number of special events and programs,
including the Egg Hunt Egg-stravaganza; July 4th Celebration; Whale of a
Day; Meet the Goats Event; Earth Day; Shakespeare by the Sea performance;
Halloween Trunk or Treat and Music Fest for Kids; Little Fish Tales by the Sea;
International Coastal Clean-up Day; Kids to Park Day, Little Critter Afternoon
Tales; Movies in the Park; Local Authors Book Signing Event; Night at the
Museum Sleepover; Flutterby Storytime, Native Plant Garden Volunteer
Events: Healthy Pets/ Healthy People Expo; Abalone Cove Volunteer Day and
Breakfast with Santa. Conservation and Open Space Element, Policy No. 35 -
37, pg. COS-6.
Continued contracting with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department
(LASD) for purposes of assisting in the monitoring and management of the
City’s Palos Verdes Nature Preserve. Conservation and Open Space Element,
Goal No. 1 & 3, pg. COS-3 and Policy No. 24-27, pg. COS-5 & 6.
Continued to implement the City’s interim Coastal Sage Scrub habitat
protection Ordinance. Conservation and Open Space Element, Goal No. 1, pg.
COS-3 and Policy No. 22-23, pg. COS-5.
Expanded a program of Preserve Recreation staff (Open Space Management)
to patrol the Nature Preserve trails, interact with the public, and perform
maintenance & cleanup-related duties. Conservation and Open Space
Element, Goal No. 1 & 3, pg. COS-3 and Policy No. 24-27, pg. COS-5 & 6.
Completed various improvements within the City’s Preserve and trail areas to
enhance user experience including the removal of 46 large debris items from
the trails, the installation or replacement of trail signage at 8 locations, the
installation or repair of trail fencing at 14 locations, the construction of 1 new
retaining wall and completed trail repairs at 11 locations. Conservation and
Open Space Element, Goal No. 1 & 3, pg. COS -3 and Policy No. 24-27, pg.
COS-5 & 6.
Maintained increased staffing levels and park hours at multiple City parks to
provide higher level of customer service, improve responsiveness to park visitor
complaints/concerns, and better maintain the conditions and operations of city
parks. Conservation and Open Space Element, Policy No. 35-37, pg. COS-6.
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Continued distribution of “Share the Trails” Brochure for safe and appropriate
shared use of trails by hikers, cyclists and equestrians. Brochure created with
the involvement of multiple agencies. Conservation and Open Space Element,
Goal No. 1, pg. COS-3.
Continued distribution of coastal access brochure providing information about
parking, fishing access and appropriate coastal access points and marine
protected areas. Conservation and Open Space Element, Goal No. 1, pg. COS-
3.
Continued to administer the Gifts for Parks Program, which provides a means
by which interested individuals, organizations, and/or businesses may
contribute funds or merchandise for the enhanc ement of the City’s Recreation
facilities and programs. Conservation and Open Space Element, Policy No. 40,
pg. COS-6.
Removed existing fencing at Abalone Cove, Portuguese Point and Inspiration
Point and installed new concrete fencing throughout these lo cations. Additional
work is scheduled through January 2019. Conservation and Open Space
Element, Goal No. 1 & 3, pg. COS-3 and Policy No. 24, pg. COS-5.
III. Land Use Element
The Land Use Element must designate the proposed general distribution and
location and extent of the uses of the land for housing, business, industry,
and open space, including agriculture, natural resources, recreation,
enjoyment of scenic beauty, education, public buildings and grounds, solid
and liquid waste disposal facilities, and other categories of public and
private uses of land.
Worked collaboratively with elected and appointed officials along with the
members of the public in the adoption of the City’s updated General Plan. Land
Use Element, Goal No. 2 and Policy No. 1, pg. L-7.
Initiated Code Amendment proceedings for a comprehensive Zoning Code
Update and Zoning Map, which has not been updated since 1996, in an effort to
create a user-friendly Zoning Code that is consistent with the policies reflected in
the updated General Plan.
Continued to provide information on the City’s website related to the promotion
of energy and water conservation programs throu ghout the City. Land Use
Element, Goal No. 2, pg. L-7 and Policy No. 6, pg. L-8.
Continued implementation of the Development Code through the processing of
relevant development applications. Land Use Element, Goal No. 1 -10 and
Policy No. 4, pg. L-7.
Continued to expedite solar photovoltaic permitting for one -and two-family
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residential dwelling units. Land Use Element, Policy No. 6, pg. L-8.
Processed Code Amendment applications in order to further clarify sections of
the Municipal Code as it relates to Conditional Use Permit Compliance Reviews
and Exception Categories of the City’s Landslide Moratorium Ordinance. Land
Use Element, Goal No. 2 and Policy No. 4, pg. L-7.
Completed the removal of deteriorating fences and walls along Hawthorne
Boulevard. Land Use Element, Goal No. 3, pg. L-7.
Continued implementation of the Development Code through the processing of
relevant development applications. Land Use Element, Goal No. 1-2 and Policy
No. 2-11, pg. L-7 & 8.
Adopted Ordinance No. 613 approving a General Plan Land Use Map and
Zoning Map Amendment to pre-zone 1908, 1910 and 1918 Rue Le Charlene as
Single-Family Residential at 1-2 Dwelling units per acre for possible annexation
from the City of Los Angeles. Land Use Element, Policy No. 2-11, pg. L-7 & 8.
Awarded a Professional Services Agreement to Rincon Consultants, Inc. to
complete an Environmental Impact Report associated with proposed code
language amendments to the exception category for Zone 2 of the Landslide
Moratorium Ordinance to allow residential development on 31 undeveloped lots
in the City’s Landslide Moratorium Area. Land Use Element, Policy No. 2-11,
pg. L-7 & 8.
Issued Building and Grading Permits for the construction of new housing units
throughout the City including properties along Palos Verdes Drive East and
Nantasket Drive. Land Use Element, Policy No. 2-11, pg. L-7 & 8.
IV. Noise Element
The Noise Element is intended to identify existing and potential future
sources of noise within the community, and to identify strategies to limit the
exposure of the community to excessive noise levels.
Continued to process planning entitlements, such as Conditional Use Permits,
for commercial and institutional projects with conditions that mitigate noise
impacts associated with short-term construction noise and long-term
operational noise generated from such projects. Noise Element, Goal No. 1 and
Policy No. 8-10.
Conducted a Conditional Use Permit Compliance Review for the Point View
Property and associated uses, which included assessment of noise related
impacts. Noise Element, Goal No. 1 and Policy No. 9-10, pg. N-2.
Continued to attend LAX/Community Noise Roundtable meetings on a bi -
monthly basis to monitor aircraft and helicopter noise and provi de updates
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related to FAA airspace issues that potentially affect the City and helicopter
altitude and flight path revisions to/from Torrance airport. Noise Element, Goal
No. 1 and Policy No. 7, pg. N-2.
Reviewed truck-hauling routes for trucks transporting construction-related
material and equipment for miscellaneous construction projects throughout the
City. Noise Element, Goal No. 1 and Policy No. 2, pg. N-2.
Reviewed and monitored Special Use Permits and Special Event Permits for
temporary events, and required noise monitoring for the events that are likely to
create a noise impact on the surrounding residential neighborhoods (i.e. Las
Candalistas Event, Golden Cove Shopping Center, and Marymount California
University). Noise Element, Goal No. 1 and Policy No. 9-10, pg. N-2.
Continued the implementation of the Municipal Code regulating hours of
construction and operation of mechanical equipment. Noise Element, Goal No.
1 and Policy No. 9-12, pg. N-2.
V. Safety Element
The Safety Element first discusses the various hazards that may impact the
City, including wildfire hazards, flood hazards, geologic hazards, and other
hazards. This discussion is followed by Emergency Services available to the
City in addressing these hazards, including risk assessment, leading to
policies to help address these impacts.
Assisted 4 residential neighborhoods in the City with the installation of new
HOA Security Cameras at their entrances, utilizing the City’s grant process.
Safety Element, Goal No. 2, pg. S-6.
Implemented 3 rounds of the Ring Doorbell Camera Incentive Program,
resulting in over 1,400 residences purchasing discounted products to protect
their homes. Safety Element, Goal No. 2, pg. S-6.
Initiated the purchase of a tax-defaulted property in the Eastview area in order
to further expand the City’s Automatic License Plate Reader (ALPR) Camera
program to the City’s easterly boundary. Safety Element, Goal No. 2, pg. S-6.
Installed new signage throughout the City to deter vehicle thefts from locked
and unlocked vehicles. Safety Element, Goal No. 2 and Policy No. 1, pg. S-6.
Implemented the “Connected Neighbor/ Safer Neighborhoods” Campaign to
increase awareness about the Ring’s “Neighbors” electronic application. Safety
Element, Goal No. 2, pg. S-6.
Updated the Public Safety Strategic Plan. Safety Element, Goal No. 2, pg. S-6.
Implemented vacation camera loaner program to prevent crimes when people
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are away from their homes. Safety Element No. 2, pg. S-6.
Completed annual City Staff Emergency Operations Center (EOC) training and
exercise, Great Shakeout exercise, as well as co-sponsored the Peninsula
Emergency Preparedness Expo. Safety Element, Goal No. 1 and 3, Policy No.
1, pg. S-6.
Instructed Basic NIMS/ SEMS/ ICS Courses for all Area G Cities, Staff and
Executives. Safety Element, Goal No. 1 and 3, Policy No. 18, pg. S -7.
Completed the City’s Emergency Operations Plan, and the City Council
Succession Plan for Emergencies. Safety Element, Goal No. 1 and 3, pg. S-6.
Continue with the implementation of the City’s Coyote Management Plan and
Peafowl Management Plan, as well as conducting supporting public outreach
and informational efforts. Safety Element, Goal No. 1, Policy No. 20-22, pg. S-
7.
Continued contracting with the County to assist the City with coyote control
issues. Safety Element, Goal No. 1, Policy No. 20-22, pg. S-7.
Coordinated holiday sobriety checkpoints with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s
Department. Safety Element, Goal No. 2, pg. S-6.
Continued to enforce the City’s Development Code and the Uniform Building
Code, which include detailed geologic review requirements. Safety Element,
Goal 1 and 4, and Policy No. 2 pg. S-6.
Continued to implement Fuel Modification Maps for the Palos Verdes Nature
Preserve with the coordination of the Los Angeles County Fire Department, Los
Angeles County Weed Abatement District and the Palos Verdes Peninsula
Land Conservancy. Safety Element, Policy No. 9, 12 and 27, pg. S-6 & 7.
VI. Housing Element
The Housing Element is a comprehensive assessment of current and
projected housing needs for all segments of the community and all
economic groups. This element identifies and analyzes existing and
projected housing needs and contains a statement of goals, policies,
quantified objectives, and scheduled programs for the preservation,
improvement, and development of housing. In adopting this element, issues
such as economic, environmental and fiscal factors, as well as community
goals set forth in the General Plan must be considered.
In accordance with the adopted Housing Element, Staff continued to monitor
the development of Second Units / Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU), and
approved one ADU. Housing Element, Goal No. 3 and Policy No. 2, 4-5, pg. 3-
7.
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Continued the City’s formal Code Enforcement Program to ensure that dwelling
units are habitable and being maintained in accordance with the Uniform
Building Code. Housing Element, Goal No. 1-2 and Policy No. 1, pg. 3-12.
Continued implementation of the City’s Certified Housing Element including the
various Housing Programs. Housing Element Goal No. 1-3, pg. 3-7.
Monitored the State of California’s 2017 Housing package and associated
outcomes to the City. Housing Element, Goal No. 1-2 and Policy No. 1-4, pg. 3-
11.
Participated in the Bottom-Up Local Input and Envisions Process with the
Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG), in order to provide
feedback on base land use, anticipated population/ housing and resources
related to the next Regional Transportation Plan and Sustainable Communities
Strategies (RTP/SCS). Housing Element, Goal No. 1-2 and Policy No. 1-4, pg.
3-11.
Provided information on the City’s website regarding programs that are
available to first time home buyer assistance, such as C ounty Homeownership
Program, County Mortgage Credit Certificate Program, and So Cal Home
Financing Authority Down Payment Assistance Programs. Housing Element,
Goal No. 1 & Policy No. 2, pg. 3-16.
As part of the Trump National residential development proj ect, two off-site
properties at 1837 Caddington Drive Unit No. 34 and 35 were purchased by the
developer to full-fill affordable housing requirements. Housing Element Goal
No. 2, pg. 3-12.
SPECIFIC PLANS
A Specific Plan is a tool for implementation of the General Plan and contains
development goals and guidelines for specified areas and/or districts within the City. To
date, the City of Rancho Palos Verdes has adopted five Specific Plans, including the
Coastal Specific Plan, which addresses land use and development within the City’s
Coastal Zone (all land seaward of Palos Verdes Drive West and Palos Verdes Drive
South); a Specific Plan for the City’s Eastview Park, which is located on land leased from
the Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts; as well as three Specific Plan districts along
the Western Avenue commercial corridor. In 2002, the three specific plans that govern
Western Avenue were combined into one user-friendly document. By Specific Plan
District, the following actions occurred between January 1, 2018 and December 31, 2018:
COASTAL SPECIFIC PLAN DISTRICT
Certified in 1981, the Rancho Palos Verdes Coastal Specific Plan District provides
specific development guidelines and standards for all land located seaward of Palos
Verdes Drive West and Palos Verdes Drive South. The lands have been classified by Sub
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regions (1-8), with specific development criteria provided, based on the unique character
of each Sub-region.
Continued monitoring and maintaining the City’s segment of the California Coastal
Trail located within the City’s Coastal Zone. Coastal Specific Plan, Policy No. 1 &
2, Page U-28.
Removed existing fencing at Abalone Cove, Portuguese Point and Inspiration
Point and installed new concrete fencing throughout these locations. Additional
work is scheduled through January 2019. Coastal Specific Plan, Policy No. 1, pg.
U-80.
Completed asphalt repairs to the road adjoining the Abalone Cove Beach School
and Palos Verdes Drive South. Coastal Specific Plan, Policy No. 2, pg. U-80.
Continued maintaining the City’s trails within the Coastal Zone located within the
Palos Verdes Nature Preserve. Coastal Specific Plan, Policy No. 6, Page U-67.
Continued maintaining the City’s public parks and open space areas within the
Coastal Zone. Coastal Specific Plan, Policy No. 4, Page U-28.
Monitor residential construction within the Coastal Zone to ensure compliance with
applicable development guidelines and overlay control districts. Coastal Specific
Plan, Policy No. 1, Page U-74.
WESTERN AVENUE SPECIFIC PLAN
District I includes properties located at 28901 Western Avenue (southwest corner of
Caddington Drive and Western Avenue) – The Terraces Shopping Center. Western
Avenue Specific Plan District 1 was adopted in 1985 by the City Council.
District II includes properties located between 29505–29701 Western Avenue. Western
Avenue Specific Plan District 2 was adopted in 1986 by the City Council.
District III includes properties located between 29019 – 29421 Western Avenue. Western
Avenue Specific Plan District 3 was adopted in 1987 by the City Council.
While the City developed Phase 1 Western Avenue Vision Plan and approved
Phase 2 Western Avenue Corridor Street Enhancement Strategy, no proposals
for development were submitted to the City between January 1, 2018 and
December 31, 2018.
Approved a new Conditional Use Permit for Cycle Bar, a new fitness studio at
the Terraces Shopping Center located at 28821 S. Western Avenue.
Approved a Conditional Use Permit, Variance, Grading Permit and Master Sign
Program for the demolition of an existing vacant restaurant building to
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accommodate the construction of a new Chase Bank with associated grading
and site improvements on the property located at 28300 S. Western Avenue.
EASTVIEW PARK SPECIFIC PLAN DISTRICT
Certified in 1989, the Eastview Park Specific Plan District provides specific use and
development standards for the City park located at 1700 Westmont Drive, which was
annexed by the City in 1983. The 10-acre property is leased from the Los Angeles County
Sanitation Districts, which maintain underground equipment and sewer lines on the
property.
Completed improvements within the Eastview Park including enhancement of
amenities, trail and access improvements, as well as a new dog park.
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2018 Annual Report (January 1, 2018 – December 31, 2018) Prepared by:
Octavio Silva, Senior Planner
Community Development Department
City of Rancho Palos Verdes
Submitted to:
Governor’s Office of Planning and Research
And
Department of Housing and Community Development
State of California
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