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INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957
NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD
ROLLING HILLS, CA 90274
(310) 377-1521
FAX (310) 377-7288
REQUEST FOR HEARING
BEFORE THE COMMITTEE ON TREES AND VIEWS
Following unsuccessful mediation, to request and proceed.to a hearing before the Committee on
Trees and Views, the complainant must additionally submit the following:
1. Letter requesting a hearing before the Committee on Trees and Views.
2. An official record of when the current property owner acquired the property (such as a
current title report) and "clear and convincing evidence" of the view that existed when the
current property owner (as identified on a current title report) acquired the property.
3. Evidence that the impairing vegetation was "maturing" at the time the property was
acquired.
4. Owner's Declaration (attached).
5. Certified Property Owner's List and three (3) sets of mailing labels for properties within
1,000 ft. radius from the exterior boundaries of the complainant's property.
6. Application Fee (per Resolution No. 1149).
Review by Committee on Trees and Views $2,000 f-a`
Processing fee
Environmental Review Fees:
Preparation and Staff Review of Initial Study $200
Preparation of Negative Declaration or $1,000 plus fee charged by CA
Mitigated Negative Declaration Dept. of Fish & Game, if
applicable, as adjusted annually
Owner's Declaration: Prepare a complete list of names and mailing addresses of all property
owners of each parcel, within or partially within a 1,000 foot radius of the exterior boundaries of
the property under consideration with vegetation, including the owner of the subject property.
This information must be as it appears on the latest available assessment roll of the Los
Angeles County Assessor. This list shall be certified to be true and correct (complete Certified
Property Owner's Affidavit).
Typed Self -Adhesive Mailing Labels: In addition to the Ownership List required, submit three (3)
complete sets of typed self-adhesive mailing labels for all property • owners listed on the
Ownership List.
City of Rolling Hills - 6 -
View Impairment Complaint Form
(Revised 10-2013)
Complainants should expect at least three meetings with the Committee on Trees and Views for
their review of the facts presented and to make a field trip to view the physical conditions. The
applicant or a representative must appear at the Committee on Trees and Views meetings.
COMMITTEE ON TREES AND VIEWS AUTHORITY AND RESPONSIBILITY
Based on the evidence received and considered as defined by Municipal Code Section
17.26.090, the Committee may find any of the following:
1. That no view exists within the meaning of the Municipal Code;
2. That a view exists within the meaning of the Municipal Code, but that the view is not
significantly impaired; or
3. That a view exists within the meaning of the Municipal Code and that it is significantly
impaired.
DECISION OF THE COMMITTEE ON TREES AND VIEWS:
The action of the Committee on Trees and Views will be final unless within twenty (20) days
following the notice to the applicant of the decision, an appeal in writing is filed with the City
Clerk by:
1. The applicant;
2. The tree owner;
3. Any person who protested, either orally or in writing, as a matter of record, prior to the
final vote of the Committee on Trees and Views on the matter and who, in addition,
received or was entitled to receive the written notice specified in Section 17.26.050 of the
Rolling Hills Municipal Code; or
4. The City Council, upon the affirmative vote of three members of the Council.
Upon obtaining a view impairment judgment, it will be necessary for the complainant(s) and tree-
owner(s) to sign a copy of the findings that they understand and accept the conditions of
approval.
City of Rolling Hills - 7 -
View Impairment Complaint Form
(Revised 10-2013)
CHECKLIST FOR SUBMITTAL
REQUEST FOR HEARING
BEFORE THE COMMITTEE ON TREES AND VIEWS
In addition to the required information already provided with the application for mediation process,
the following information must be submitted in order for the request for hearing to be deemed
complete:
Letter requesting a hearing before the Committee on Trees and Views.
An official record of when the current property owner acquired the property (such as a
current title report) and "clear and convincing evidence" of the view that existed when the
current property owner (as identified on a current title report) acquired the property.
evidence that the impairing vegetation was "maturing" at the time the property was
acquired.
Owner's Declaration (attached).
ertified Property Owner's List (attached), and three (3) sets of mailing labels for
properties within 1,000 ft. radius from the exterior boundaries of the complainant's
property.
Application Fee (per Resolution No. 1149). Please make check payable to the City of
Rolling Hills.
Review by Committee on Trees and Views Processing fee
Environmental Review Fees:
Preparation and Staff Review of Initial Study $200
Preparation of Negative Declaration or Mitigated $1,000 (plus fee
Negative Declaration charged by CA Dept.
of Fish & Game, if
applicable, as
adjusted annually)
COMMITTEE ON TREES & VIEWS: Forms:VIEW IMPAIRMENT rev 10 2013.docx
City of Rolling Hills - 8 -
View Impairment Complaint Form
(Revised 10-2013)
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NOTE: The Owner's Declaration can only be used if this application is signed in California. If
this application is signed outside of California, the applicant should acknowledge before a
Notary Public of the State where the signature is fixed, or before another officer of that State
authorized by its laws to take acknowledgments, that he (it) owns the property described herein,
and that the information accompanying this application is true to the best of his (its) knowledge
and belief. Attach appropriate acknowledgment here.
APPLICANT:
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COMPANY NAME:
COMPANY ADDRESS:
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PROPERTY ADDRESS:
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City of Rolling Hills - 9 -
View Impairment Complaint Form
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(Revised 10-2013)
CERTIFIED PROPERTY OWNER'S LIST
AFFIDAVIT
REQUEST FOR HEARING
BEFORE THE COMMITTEE ON TREES AND VIEWS
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS
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perjury that the attached list contains the names and addresses of all persons to whom all
property is assessed as they appear on the latest available assessment roll of the County within
the area described and for a distance of one thousand (1,000) feet from the exterior boundaries
of property legally ldescribed as:
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COMMITTEE ON TREES & VIEWS: Forms: VIEW IMPAIRMENT rev 10 2013. docx
City of Rolling Hills - 10 -
View Impairment Complaint Form
(Revised 10-2013)
December 15, 2014
City of Rolling Hills
Committee on Trees and Views
2 Portuguese Bend Rd.
Rolling Hills, CA 90274
Dr. and Mrs. Stephen Nuccion
18 Portuguese Bend Rd.
Rolling Hills, CA 90274
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DEC 22 20V
City of Rolling Hills
By
RE: Obstructed view and failed mediation
Dear Sirs/Madam;
We, Stephen Nuccion and Diana Nuccion are requesting a Public Hearing as it pertains
to our previous panoramic view at 18 Portuguese Bend Road.
We acquired our property in March of 2009. At that time, and up until the sale of 15
Portuguese Bend Rd. from the estate of Dr. James Roberts to William and Judith
Hassoldt, we had a panoramic view from the Santa Monica Mountains to Mount Baldy.
It is now occluded by over grown trees that have had negligible maintenance since the
transfer of owners.
We have tried, unsuccessfully, to act as neighbors to offer to pay to have the view
maintained. When that failed, we came to the City and filed for arbitration. After months
of wrangling, Colleen Berg, the arbitrator, had a signed arbitration agreement (dated
July 31, 2014) between parties to cut the overgrowth at 15 Portuguese Bend Rd.
between the months of October 1, 2014 and November 30, 2014. American Arbor was
retained for the work. Three dates were set by American Arbor and all three were
cancelled by Judith Hassoldt. The entire scope of work was to be ONE day of trimming
at a cost of approximately $3500.00
We are requesting intervention by the View Committee on our behalf, as negotiating
with the Hassoldts has proven futile.
Thank you,
StepheKand Diana Nucccion
Memorandum of Understanding
Be it known to all parties that Steve and Diane Nuccion residing at 18 Portuguese Bend
Road, Rolling Hills, CA, hereinafter referred to as "Property Owners-Nuccion". William
and Judith Hassoldt owners of property 15 Portuguese Bend Road, Rolling Hills, CA
hereinafter referred to as "Property Owners-Hassoldts" on this day of July 2014,
agree as follows:
The "Property Owner-Hassoldt" agrees to the following:
1. Allow the prescribed trimming to the following trees:
a) Reduce the height of one (1) Pepper tree and adjacent Acacia
and Olive trees located along the fence in the front yard. Trees
to be reduced in height to match the height of the adjacent
pepper tree and shaped. Height of adjacent pepper tree
indicated by a blue line. See photo #1 attached.
b) Remove dead and bottom fronds off two (2) palm trees located
in the front yard. Fronds will be removed to create a "V" shape
foliage
c) Reduce the height and shape one (1) Eucalyptus tree located on
the south side of the driveway. Height reduction to previous
cut marks. Property Owner-Hassoldt, at his discretion may
want additional height reduction, to be discussed with
attending arborist and it is at his discretion.
d) Reduce the height and shape two (2) Olive trees located in the
front yard, one near the front door and one nearer the driveway.
Both to be reduced to previous cut marks and shaped.
e) Reduce the height of foliage in the area of the yellow line in
the attached photo #2. Foliage in this area includes two (2)
Pepper trees, one (1) Elm, one or two (1-2) Eucalyptus trees
and one (1) Olive tree. Trees identified above to be reduced to
previous cut marks and shaped. This foliage is located near the
chain link fence between the back yard and canyon area. Note:
it is not possible to identify/see potential volunteer growth that
may be mixed in with this area. If there is additional foliage
not specified above and we are not able to see at this time, that
foliage in the immediate area of the yellow line may also be
trimmed to the same height.
f) If the foliage identified above is trimmed per this agreement,
and that trimming exposes a Pepper tree located between the
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the amount the arborist feels would jeopardize the health of the
tree or to would expose the pole to the Property Owners-
Hassoldts.
2. The Hassoldts (Owner) will obtain a bid from American Arbor, a licensed and
bonded tree service. The Hassoldts( Owner) will schedule the work as
described in Item No.l.a-g above. The initial work to be completed within the
months of October or November 2014, pending attending arborist's schedule
and seasonal recommendations.
3. If foliage begins to grow back into the view, the Nuccions may contact the
Hassoldts requesting maintenance. When maintenance is performed it will be
done based on the advice of the Arborist, considering the drought conditions
nesting season and the health of the trees.
In consideration of the above, the "Property Owner-Nuccion" agrees to the following:
1. Upon completion of the work as described in items la-g above, pay $000.00
to American Arbor for the foliage trimming. Method of payment dependent
on the approved vendor's policies and procedures.
The parties hereby acknowledge and agree that the City and the
attending Mediator are not a party to this agreement and has no
responsibility to enforce or liability for the actions taken by the parties
to implement its terms. This agreement is personal to the current
)roper owners and does not constitute an encumbrance of any nature .;.
property itself. 2_
Property Owner-Hassoldt
Property Owner-Nucci ii
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garage and barn of the property, that tree may also be trimmed
to be at a height as to be out of the view.
Trim and shape one (1) Eucalyptus tree located near the power
pole on the Property Owner -Hassoldts property. The
"thumbprint" of the tree to be reduced in size, but not to exceed
the amount the arborist feels would jeopardize the health of the
tree or to would expose the pole to the Property Owners-
Hassoldts.
2. The Hassoldts (Owner) will obtain a bid from American Arbor, a licensed and
bonded tree service. The Hassoldts( Owner) will schedule the work as
described in Item No.1.a-g above. The initial work to be completed within the
months of October or November 2014, pending attending arborist's schedule
and seasonal recommendations.
3. If foliage begins to grow back into the view, the Nuccions may contact the
Hassoldts requesting maintenance. When maintenance is performed it will be
done based on the advice of the Arborist, considering the drought conditions
nesting season and the health of the trees.
In consideration of the above, the "Property Owner-Nuccion" agrees to the following:
1. Upon completion of the work as described in items la-g above, pay $000.00
to American Arbor for the foliage trimming. Method of payment dependent
on the approved vendor's policies and procedures.
The parties hereby acknowledge and agree that the City and the
attending Mediator are not a party to this agreement and has no
responsibility to enforce or liability for the actions taken by the parties
to implement its terms. This agreement is personal to the current
property owners and does not constitute an encumbrance of any nature
on the property itself.
Property Owner-Hassoldt Date
Property Owner-Nuccion Date
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• Remove dead & bottom fronds off ( 2 ) palm trees located In front yard. Fronds ;
will be removed to create a 'V" shape foliage.
! Reduce the height and shape ( 1 ) Eucalyptus tree located on the south side of
700.00
the driveway. Height reduction to previous cut marks.
Reduce the height and shape ( 2 ) Olive trees located In the front yard, one near the front yard and one nearer the driveway. Both to be reduced to 625.00
in previous cut marks & shaped.
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Total
*The above cost is based on the job being done in its entirety. Any modifications may result in a revised proposal.
*We remove any debris generated from our work.
*We are not responsible for damage due to hidden conditions. Especially under ground installations.
*Payment is due upon completion of work performed.
*Quote is valid for 45 days only.
In the event an decisions regarding final specifications for the above work need to be made, either now or while work is
in progres , please int or type name & tel h9ne number of the designated individual who will be empowered to make
Date "A• -3i,- t t°
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Please indicate acceptance by signing this proposal and returning to the above address. Upon receipt, work will be
scheduled to begin.
Accepted by Date
American Arbor Care
2049 Pacific Coast Hwy.
Suite 214
Lomita, CA
90717
Customer
Diana Nuccion
18 Portuguese Bend Rd.
RH, CA 90274
(310) 377-4540
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Date ; Proposal # i
6/26/2014 1514
Jobsite
William & Judith Hassoldt
15 Portuguese Bend
RH, CA 90274
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Description Oly •
Rate Total
Reduce the height of ( 1 ) Pepper tree and adjacent Acacia & Olive trees , 550.00 ; 550.00
located along the fence In the front yard. Trees to be reduced in height to
match the height of the adjacent pepper tree and shaped. Height of adjacent
pepper tree indicated by blue line. '
300.00 i 300.00
700.00
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625.00
Brandon Gill
Member of ISA
Certified Arborist WE-6574A
State Contractors License 814653
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; Phone (310) 257-8686 Fax (310) 257-8666 stephaniel3aac@gmail.com www.americanarborcare.net
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Diana Nuccion
118 Portuguese Bend Rd.
RH, CA 90274
(310) 377-4540
Jobsite
William & Judith Hassoldt
15 Portuguese Bend
RH, CA 90274
Description
Reduce the height of foliage in the area of the yellow line. Foliage In this area
includes ( 2) Pepper trees, (1) Elm tree, (1 - 2) Eucalyptus trees and (1 )
Olive tree. Trees identified above to be reduced to previous cut marks &
shaped. This foliage is located near the chain link fence between the back yard
& canyon area.
i Note: it is not possible to identify/see potential volunteer growth that may be
mixed in with this area. If there is additional foliage not specified above and we
are not able to see at this time, that foliage in the immediate area of the yellow
• line may also be trimmed to the same height.
If foliage identified above is trimmed per this agreement and that trimming
exposes a Pepper tree located between the garage and barn of the property,
that tree may also be trimmed to be at a height as to be out of the view, as
defined by the City of Rolling Hills.
' ( 1 ) Lg. Eucalyptus by power pole - trim
Note: Cost to trim this Eucalyptus is approximate contingent on how much work
is involved.
Qty
Rate Total
650.00 - 650.00
200.00 ; 200.00;
400.00', 400.00
$3,425.00
*The above cost is based on the job being done in its entirety. Any modifications may result in a revised proposal.
*We remove any debris generated from our work.
*We are not responsible for damage due to hidden conditions. Especially under ground installations.
*Payment is due upon completion of work performed.
*Quote is valid for 45 days only.
In the event any decisions regardin final specifications for the above work need to be made, either now or while work is
in progress, pleas¢pc' t or type ia r e & telephone number of the designated individual who will be empowered to make
those decisions.
Name \ ► X-/ Date
Please indicate accep
scheduled to begin.
Accepted by
y signing this proposal and returning to the above address. Upon receipt, work will be
Brandon Gill;
Member of ISA
Certified Arborist WE-6574A
State Contractors License 814653
Date
Phone (310) 257-8686 ; Fax (310) 257-8666 stephanie13aac@gmail.com
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Description Qty Rate Total
Reduce the height of foliage in the area of the yellow line. Foliage in this area _ �! 650.00 650.00
includes (2) Pepper trees, (1 ) Elm tree, (1 - 2) Eucalyptus trees and (1 )
Olive tree. Trees Identified above to be reduced to previous cut marks &
shaped. This foliage is located near the chain Zink fence between the back yard
& canyon area.
Note: it is not possible to identify/see potential volunteer growth that may be
mixed in with this area. If there is arlrfitinnal fnlianR not cnarlflorl ahrn,n o.,.1,.,0
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Agent:
Address:
Attn:
File No.
045094AB
Phone No.
Fax No.
Borrower:
STEPHEN NUCCION
DIANA NUCCION
Seller:
SAIDAKIS CONSTRUCTION, INC
Loan Type:
CONV UNINSURED
Lien Position:
ST
Property Address:
18 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD
ROLLING HILLS, CA 90274-5071
Initial Payment (excluding impounds):
15,034.30
Loan Term (months):
360
Initial Interest Rate:
5.750
First Payment Date:
JUNE 01, 2009
Maximum Principal Balance:
0.00
CLOSING INSTRUCTION
Lender:
COUNTRYWIDE BANK, FSB
Address:
Office #: 0000015
17209 HAWTHORNE BLVD.
TORRANCE, CA 90504
Attn:
Loan No.
201177087
Phone No.
(310)370-4633
Fax No.
(310) 371-5495
LOAN #: 201177087
Sales Price:
3,435,000.00
Loan Amount:
2,576,250.00
Draw Amount (HELOC and Construction Only):
0.00
Anticipated Closing Date:
03/30/2009
Anticipated Funding Date:
03/30/2009
C ARM Loan:
Index:
Margin:
Periodic Cap:
Ceiling:
Floor:
Interest Rate Change Date:
Payment Change Date:
CBuydown Loan:
C Negative Amortization:
Wiring Instructions (except for any portion of an unwanted HELOC draw):
The Bank of New York
48 Wall Street
New York, NY
ABA# 021000018
Countrywide Home Loans
Acct# 8900404639
Reference: 201177087
Attn: Treasury Department
Closing Instructions
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