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912, Outdoor seating area, trellis,, Staff ReportsTO: FROM: Ra fle:09 INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957 NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD ROLLING HILLS, CA 90274 (310) 377-1521 FAX (310) 377-7288 Agenda Item No.: 7A Mtg. Date: 12-20-16 HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND MEMBERS OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION YOLANTA SCHWARTZ, PLANNING DIRECTOR APPLICATION NO. SITE LOCATION: ZONING/ LOT SIZE: APPLICANT: REPRESENTATIVE: PUBLISHED: ZONING CASE NO. 912 3 CHUCKWAGON RD. (LOT 40-EF) RA-S-1 / 2.3 ACRES (GROSS) MR. AND MRS. STEPHEN LIU COMPASS LANDSCAPING INC. NOVEMBER 3, 2016 REQUEST AND RECOMMENDATION 1. Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Liu, owners of 3 Chuckwagon Road request a Site Plan Review for construction of a 228 square foot covered patio / deck that is to be 2.5-feet maximum above grade. The structure is proposed to be located on a slope to the rear of the home and will be accessed by new on grade stairway that will be between the upper and lower slopes. An existing pathway also provides access to the deck area. Minimal grading of 18 cubic yards will be required to construct the patio and two terraced 2.5- foot tall retaining walls, with planter in between, to screen the out of grade condition of the patio. New irrigation and plants will be installed on the slope between the house and patio. 2. The Planning Commission held public hearings on November 15, 2016, in the field and later that same day in Council Chambers and following the review and discussion of the project, directed staff to prepare a Resolution of approval. 3. It is recommended that the Planning Commission review and consider the attached Resolution No. 2016-26 for adoption. Other than the standard conditions of ZC NO. 912 3 Chuckwagon Rd. U • • approval, the Planning Commission did not require any other conditions specific to this case be included. The previous approval for the property requires that the graded slopes be landscaped and that the pool and deck be screened. These conditions will be reviewed and inspected upon completion of the previously approved project (currently under construction). • • RESOLUTION NO. 2016-26 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING APPROVAL OF A SITE PLAN REVIEW TO CONSTRUCT A TRELLIS, A PORTION OF WHICH IS 2.5-FEET MAXIMUM OUT OF GRADE AND A 2.5' HIGH WALL ON A PROPERTY WITH A RESTRICTED DEVELOPMENT CONDITION IMPOSED THROUGH A PRIOR PROJECT IN ZONING CASE NO. 912 AT 3 CHUCKWAGON ROAD. (LOT 40-EF) ROLLING HILLS, CA, (LIU). THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS DOES HEREBY FIND, RESOLVE AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. An application was duly filed by Mr. and Mrs. Stephan Liu requesting approval of a Site Plan Review to construct an 8-foot tall trellis above a 228 square foot out of grade deck and maximum 2.5-foot tall walls around the deck perimeter on the property at 3 Chuckwagon Road. A majority of the deck floor area will be between 12"and 2.5' above adjacent grade. Two wooden staircases and an on - grade footpath providing access to the proposed trellis are also proposed. Section 2. The Planning Commission conducted duly noticed public hearings to consider the application on November 15, 2016 at a field trip and at an evening meeting on the same day. The applicants were notified of the public hearings in writing by first class mail. Evidence was heard and presented from all persons interested in affecting said proposal and from members of the City staff and the 'Planning Commission having reviewed, analyzed and studied said proposal. The applicants and their representative were in attendance at the public hearings. At the public hearing the Planning Commission directed staff to prepare a Resolution of approval for consideration at the December 20, 2016 Planning Commission meeting. Section 3. The project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines, Section 15303, Class 3 exemptions in that it is a small structure accessory to the existing residence. Section 4. The property is zoned RAS-1 and has a gross lot area of 2.3 acres. The net lot larea for development purposes is 85,412 square feet, or 1.96 acres. The property is located along a bend on Chuckwagon Road and has a frontage of approximately 500 feet. The property is irregular in shape in that it is long and narrow. Other that the existing building pad, the property is steep, sloping downward from front to rear. Building permits show that the residence with attached garage and decks were built in 1977. Section 5. In May 2013, the applicant was approved for a Site Plan Review permitting construction of a swimming pool, new above grade deck and reconstruction Reso. 2016-26 3 Chuckwagon Rd. 1� • • of an existing deck, including future construction of a stable, corral and access, in Zoning Case No. 838 (Resolution No. 2013-07). The project is approved for a future construction of a stable, corral and access per Resolution 2013-07. Condition Q..of Resolution 2013-07 requires that any future modification of the project or additional development require Planning Commission review and approval. Notwithstanding the restricted development restriction imposed on the site, Municipal Code Section 17.46.020 requires a development plan to be submitted for Site Plan Review for decks with an out -of -grade condition of more than 12". Section 6. With respect to the Site Plan Review application for the 228 square foot deck, the majority of which will be above ground more than 12"and no more than 2.5', the Planning Commission makes the following findings of fact pursuant to RHMC 17.46.010: A. The proposed development is compatible with the General Plan and surrounding uses because the proposed project complies with the requirement of low profile, low -density residential development with sufficient open space between surrounding structures. The trellis and deck/patio will be located to the rear of the residence and, other than in a small area where retaining walls require minimum grading to create a flat patio/deck surface, the property slopes will maintain their natural terrain. The maximum 2.5' tall walls will blend with the adjacent slope due to planting of native and water -wise vegetation (e.g. Catalina cherry) around the perimeter of the deck. In addition, the deck flagstone surface will be planted in between joints with a groundcover and a flowering vine will be attached to the trellis. The proposed trellis and seating area are relatively small in terms of area and height and these improvements amid the natural environment, are a common amenity enjoyed by property owners throughout the City. B. The nature, condition, and development of adjacent uses, buildings, and structures and the topography of the lot have been considered, and the construction will not adversely affect or be materially detrimental to the adjacent uses, buildings, or structures because the proposed improvements will be constructed on a portion of the lot which is least intrusive to surrounding properties, will be screened and landscaped with plants and shrubs, is of sufficient distance from nearby residences so that the proposed project will not impact the view or privacy of surrounding neighbors. More specifically, the plan substantially preserves the natural and undeveloped state of the lot in that the new trellis and deck/patio will be located to the rear of the residence between native vegetation (toyon and lemonberry trees) and the terraced wall finish material will have a natural appearance also that blends with the native rocks on the site. In addition, the improvements being relatively small scale (228 square feet and .267% of the net lot area, will not cause the lot to look overdeveloped and significant portions of the lot will be left undeveloped so as to maintain open space and the natural rolling hill terrain. Reso. 2016-26 3 Chuckwagon Rd. 2 0 • • C. The proposed development, as conditioned, is harmonious in scale and mass with the site, the natural terrain and surrounding residences. The proposed project is consistent with the scale of the neighborhood, as it is on a large (2.3 acre) lot. The proposed trellis will be 70-feet from the nearest (rear/north) property line. The lot coverage maximums set forth in the Zoning Code will not be exceeded. D. Natural drainage courses will not be affected by the project. Grading will be minimum (18 cubic yards) and will not modify existing drainage channels nor redirect drainage flow. The project is not located in a canyon or on existing slopes that exceed 25%. E. The project preserves much of the existing vegetation elsewhere on the lot and will introduce drought -tolerant native landscaping, which is compatible with and enhances the rural character of the community, and the landscaping will provide a buffer or transition area between private and public areas. A landscaping plan will be filed with the City. F. The proposed development is sensitive and not detrimental to the convenience and safety of circulation for pedestrians and vehicles because the proposed development will utilize the existing driveway and will not interfere with community trails. Section 7. Based upon the foregoing findings, the Planning Commission hereby approves the Site Plan Review in Zoning Case No. 912 for a new 228 square foot seating patio almost entirely all of which will have a floor elevation more than 12-inches but not exceeding 2.5-feet in height above grade, and overhead trellis attached to the patio, subject to the following conditions: A. The Site Plan Review approval shall expire within two years from the effective date of approval if construction pursuant to this approval has not commenced within that time period, as required by Section 17.46.080 of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code, or the approval granted is otherwise extended pursuant to the requirements of these sections. B. If any condition of this resolution is violated, the entitlement granted by this resolution shall be suspended and the privileges granted hereunder shall lapse and upon receipt of written notice from the City, all construction work being performed on the subject property shall immediately cease, other than work determined by the City Manager or his/her designee required to cure the violation. The suspension and stop work order will be lifted once the Applicant cures the violation to the satisfaction of the City Manager or his/her designee. In the event that the Applicant disputes the City Manager or his/her designee's determination that a violation exists or disputes how the violation must be cured, the Applicant may request a hearing before the City Council. The hearing shall be scheduled at the next regular meeting of the City Council Reso. 2016-26 3 Chuckwagon Rd. 3 for which the agenda has not yet been posted, the Applicant shall be provided written notice of the hearing. The stop work order shall remain in effect during the pendency of the hearing. The City Council shall make a determination as to whether a violation of this Resolution has occurred. If the Council determines that a violation has not occurred or has been cured by the time of the hearing, the Council will lift the suspension and the stop work order. If the Council determines that a violation has occurred and has not yet been cured, the Council shall provide the Applicant with a deadline to cure the violation; no construction work shall be performed on the property until and unless the violation is cured by the deadline, other than work designated by the Council to accomplish the cure. If the violation is not cured by the deadline, the Council may either extend the deadline at the Applicant's request or schedule a hearing for the revocation of the entitlements granted by this Resolution pursuant to Chapter 17.58 of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code (RHMC). C. All requirements of the Building and Construction Ordinance, the Zoning Ordinance, LA County Building Code and of the zone in which the subject property is located must be complied with unless otherwise set forth in the Permit, or shown otherwise on an approved plan. D. The conditions of approval specified herein shall be printed on the construction plans submitted to the building department for plan check and permitting and shall be available at all time at the construction site. E. The lot shall be developed and maintained in substantial conformance with the site plan on file dated October 28, 2016, except as otherwise provided in these conditions. The working drawings submitted to the Department of Building and Safety for plan check review shall conform to the approved development plan. All conditions of the Site Plan Review and Variance approvals shall be incorporated into the building permit working drawings and where applicable complied with prior to issuance of a grading or building permit. F. Prior to submittal of final working drawings to the Building and Safety Department for issuance of permits, the plans for the project shall be submitted to City staff for verification that the final plans are in compliance with the plans approved by the Planning Commission. G. Prior to obtaining a building permit a landscaping plan shall be submitted to the Planning Department that will provide screening of the trellis and the supporting retaining walls, so that the structure blends with the slope. H. If landscaping of 5,000 square foot area or greater is introduced or redeveloped, the landscaping shall be subject to the requirements of the City's Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance. Any plants introduced for this project shall not grow into a hedge but be offset. The landscaping plan shall utilize to the maximum extent Reso. 2016-26 3 Chuckwagon Rd. 4 • I feasible, plants that are native to the area and are consistent with the rural character of the community. I. A licensed professional preparing construction plans for this project for Building Department review shall execute a Certificate affirming that the plans conform in all respects with this Resolution approving this project and including conformance with all of the conditions set forth therein and the City's Building Code and Zoning Ordinance. Further, the person obtaining a building permit for this project shall execute a Certificate of Construction stating that the project will be constructed according to this Resolution and any plans approved therewith. J. A drainage plan, if required, shall be prepared and submitted to the City's Building Department for review and approval, and the project shall comply with their requirements. The applicants, at all times, shall maintain the drainage devices in good working condition and free of debris and vegetation. K. There shall be no grading for this project, however excavation for footings (18 cubic yards) is allowed. L. Structural lot coverage shall not exceed 11,423 square feet, or 13.4% of the net lot area. Total lot coverage shall not exceed 19.9% or 16,965 square feet, as approved by this Site Plan Review. Building Pad coverage on the proposed 300 square foot pad created for the proposed deck/trellis shall not exceed 76%. M. Disturbance for structures, both existing and proposed including the future stable, corral and access shall not exceed 39.44% N. The applicant shall comply with all requirements of the Lighting Ordinance of the City of Rolling Hills, pertaining to outdoor lighting on said property, as well as all requirements pertaining to roofing and construction materials that are applicable to properties in the Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone. O. During construction, the project shall conform to and implement all applicable requirements of the South Coast Air Quality Management District, Los Angeles County and local ordinances and engineering practices so that people or property are not exposed to undue vehicle trips, noise, dust, and objectionable odors. P. During construction, all parking shall take place on the project site and, if necessary, any overflow parking shall take place within nearby unimproved roadway easement adjacent to subject site. There shall be no blocking of adjacent driveways or of the roadway easement for passage of pedestrians and equestrians. During construction a flagmen shall be present to direct traffic when it is anticipated that a lane may be impeded. During construction, to the maximum extent feasible, employees of the contractor shall be encouraged to car-pool to and from the City. Reso. 2016-26 3 Chuckwagon Rd. • • Q. During construction, the property owners shall be required to schedule and regulate construction and related traffic noise throughout the day between the hours of 7 AM and 6 PM, Monday through Saturday only, when construction and mechanical equipment noise is permitted, so as not to interfere with the quiet residential environment of the City of Rolling Hills. R. The property owners shall be required to conform with the Regional Water Quality Control Board and County Public Works Department Best Management Practices (BMP's) requirements related to solid waste, drainage and storm water management. S. A minimum of 50% of the construction material spoils shall be recycled and diverted. The waste hauler shall provide appropriate documentation to the City for removal of construction material spoils. T. Perimeter easements and trails, if any, shall remain free and clear of any improvements including, but not be limited to fences -including construction fences, any hardscape, driveways, landscaping, irrigation and drainage devices, except as otherwise approved by the RHCA. U. The contractor shall not use tools that could produce a spark, including for clearing and grubbing, during red flag warning conditions. Weather conditions can be found at: http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/lox/main.vhp?suite=safety&page=hazard_definitions#FIRE. It is the sole responsibility of the property owner and/or his/her contractor to monitor the red flag warning conditions. Should a red flag warning be declared and if work is to be conducted on the property, the contractor shall have readily available fire distinguisher. V. Until the applicants execute an Affidavit of Acceptance of all conditions of this approval, the approvals shall not be effective. Such affidavit shall be recorded together with the resolution. W. The property on which the project is located shall contain an area of minimum of 1,000 square feet to provide an area meeting all standards for a stable (450 square feet) and corral (550 square feet) with access thereto. X. Notwithstanding Sections 17.46.020 and 17.46.070 of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code, any modification to this project, including change in elevation of the proposed decks or additional development or grading on the property, shall require the filing of a new application for approval by the Planning Commission, except as permitted in Section 17.46.040C. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 20th DAY OF December 2016. Reso. 2016-26 3 Chuckwagon Rd. 6 • I BRAD CHELF, CHAIRMAN ATTEST: HEIDI LUCE, CITY CLERK Any action challenging the final decision of the City made as a result of the public hearing on this application must be filed within the time limits set forth in section 17.54.070 of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code and Code of Civil Procedure Section 1094.6. Reso. 2016-26 3 Chuckwagon Rd. 7 • • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) §§ CITY OF ROLLING HILLS) I certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 2016-26 entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING APPROVAL OF A SITE PLAN REVIEW . TO CONSTRUCT A TRELLIS, A PORTION OF WHICH IS 2.5-FEET MAXIMUM OUT OF GRADE AND A 2.5' HIGH WALL ON A PROPERTY WITH A RESTRICTED DEVELOPMENT CONDITION IMPOSED THROUGH A PRIOR PROJECT IN ZONING CASE NO. 912 AT 3 CHUCKWAGON ROAD. (LOT 40- EF) ROLLING HILLS, CA, (LIU). was approved and adopted at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission on December 20, 2016 by the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: and in compliance with the laws of California was posted at the following: Administrative Offices. CITY CLERK Reso. 2016-26 3 Chuckwagon Rd.