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492, Master bedroom addition and en, Correspondence•City (Pelting JUL I INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957 NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274 (310) 377-1521 FAX: (310) 377-7288 September 9, 1993 Ms. Julie Heinsheimer 7 Johns Canyon Road Rolling Hills, CA 90274 SUBJECT: LANDSCAPE PLAN FOR 9 WILLIAMSBURG LANE Dear Julie: Please review the landscape plan, the estimate, and the resolution attached. If there are any additions, corrections or the plan does not meet with your approval, please let me know. Sincerely with thanks, LOLA Printed on Recycled Paper. • C1iy oPl2f?,•.,y Jhfio CERTIFIED MAIL May 25, 1993 Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Inman 9 Williamsburg Lane Rolling Hills, CA 90274 INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957 NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274 (310) 377-1521 FAX: (310) 377-7288 SUBJECT: ZONING CASE NO. 492, 9 WILLIAMSBURG LANE (LOT 27-RH) APPEAL PERIOD AND AFFIDAVIT OF ACCEPTANCE FORM RESOLUTION NO. 93-19 Dear Mr. and Mrs. Inman: This letter shall serve as official notification that Zoning Case No. 492 was APPROVED by the Planning Commission and the enclosed resolution was approved on May 18, 1993 at a regular meeting. The Planning Commission's decision was reported to the City Council at their regular meeting on May 24, 1993. The approval will become effective: (1) Twenty days after the receipt of this letter if no appeals are filed within that time period (Section 17.32.140 of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code attached), AND (2) An Affidavit of Acceptance Form and the subject Resolution must be filed by you with the County Recorder (Section 17.32.087). We have enclosed a copy of RESOLUTION NO. 93-19, specifying the conditions of approval set forth by the Planning Commission and the approved Exhibit A Development Plan to keep for your files. Once you have reviewed the Resolution, please complete the enclosed AFFIDAVIT OF ACCEPTANCE FORM, have the signature(s) notarized, and forward to: County Recorder, Room 15. 227 North Broadway, Los Angeles. CA 90012 with a check in the amount of $ 5.00 for the first page and $ 3.00 for each additional page. The City will notify the Los Angeles County Building & Safety Division to issue permits only when the Affidavit of Acceptance is received by us and any conditions of the Resolution required prior to issuance of building permits are met. Please feel free to call me at (310) 377-1521 if you have any questions. MP+inted on Recycled PecA, PAGE 2 PRINCIPAL PLANNER ENCLOSURES: RESOLUTION NO. 93-19, EXHIBIT A DEVELOPMENT PLAN AFFIDAVIT OF ACCEPTANCE FORM, AND APPEAL SECTION OF THE ROLLING HILLS MUNICIPAL CODE. cc: Mr. Roger North • • RESOLUTION NO. 93-19 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING A VARIANCE FOR THE ENCROACHMENT OF A MASTER BEDROOM ADDITION INTO THE FRONT YARD SETBACK, GRANTING A VARIANCE FOR THE ENCLOSURE OF AN EXISTING BREEZEWAY THAT ENCROACHES INTO THE FRONT YARD SETBACK, AND GRANTING SITE PLAN REVIEW APPROVAL FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF SUBSTANTIAL ADDITIONS TO AN EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE IN ZONING CASE NO. 492. 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. Gordon Inman with respect to real property located at 9 Williamsburg Lane, Rolling Hills (Lot 27-RH) requesting a Variance to allow the encroachment of a master bedroom addition into the front yard setback, requesting a Variance to allow the enclosure of an existing breezeway that encroaches into the front yard setback, and a request for Site Plan Review to permit substantial additions to an existing single family residence. Section 2. The Planning Commission conducted a duly noticed public hearing to consider the applications for Variances into allowable setbacks and Site Plan Review approval on March 16, 1993 and April 27, 1993 and at a field trip visit on April 17, 1993. Section 3. The Planning Commission finds that the project is categorically exempt from environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to a Class 3.exemption provided by Section 15303 of the State CEQA Guidelines. Section 4. Sections 17.32.010 through 17.32.030 permit approval of a Variance from the standards and requirements of the Zoning Ordinance when exceptional or extraordinary circumstances applicable to the property and not applicable to other similar properties in the same zone prevent the owner from making use of a parcel of property to the same extent enjoyed by similar properties. A Variance to Section 17.16.060 is required to permit the encroachment of a master bedroom addition fourteen (14) feet within the fifty (50) foot required front yard setback. A. There are exceptional and extraordinary circumstances and conditions applicable to the property and the existing use that do not apply generally to the other property in the same vicinity and zone. The Variance is necessary because there exists topographical constraints that justify the encroachment, in that there is not sufficient flat area in the rear of the lot to accommodate the development and grading will be minimized if the addition is oriented closer to the front of the lot and does not encroach further than the existing structure. RESOLUTION NO. 93-19 PAGE 2 B. The Variance is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of a substantial property right possessed by other property in the same vicinity and zone, but which is denied the subject property. The amount of encroachment into the front yard setback is similar to the amount of encroachment existing on other neighboring properties along Williamsburg Lane. C. Granting this Variance will not be materially detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to the property or improvements in the vicinity and zone in which the property is located. Permitting the encroachment will allow a substantial portion of the lot to remain undeveloped. Section 5. Based upon the foregoing findings, the Planning Commission hereby approves the Variance to allow a master bedroom addition to the existing residence to encroach into the front yard setback to a maximum of 14 feet as indicated on the Development Plan attached hereto as Exhibit A subject to the conditions contained in Section 11. Section 6. A Variance to Section 17.16.060 is required to permit the enclosure of an existing breezeway that encroaches into the front yard setback fourteen (14) feet within the fifty (50) foot required front yard setback. A. There are exceptional and extraordinary circumstances and conditions applicable to the property and the existing use that do not apply generally to the other property in the same vicinity and zone. The Variance is necessary because there exists topographical constraints that justify the encroachment, in that there is not sufficient flat area in the rear of the lot to accommodate the development and grading will be minimized if the enclosed breezeway addition is oriented closer to the front of the lot and does not encroach further than the existing structure. B. The Variance is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of a substantial property right possessed by other property, in the same vicinity and zone, but which is denied the subject property. The amount of encroachment into the front yard setback is similar to the amount of encroachment existing on other neighboring properties along Williamsburg Lane. C. Granting this Variance will not be materially detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to the property or improvements in the vicinity and zone in which the property is located. Permitting the encroachment will allow a substantial portion of the lot to remain undeveloped. • • RESOLUTION NO. 93-19 PAGE 3 Section 7. Based upon the foregoing findings, the Planning Commission hereby approves the Variance to encroach into the front yard setback for an enclosed breezeway addition to a maximum of 14 feet as indicated on the Development Plan attached hereto as Exhibit A subject to the conditions contained in Section 11. Section 8. Section 17.34.010 requires a development plan to be submitted for site plan review and approval before any building or structure may be constructed or any expansion, addition, alteration or repair to existing buildings may be made which involve changes to grading or an increase to the size of the building or structure by more than twenty-five percent (25%) in any thirty-six month period. The applicant has proposed to construct substantial additions to an existing single family residence. Section 9. The Planning Commission makes the following findings of fact: A. The proposed development is compatible with the General Plan, the Zoning Ordinance and surrounding uses because the proposed structure complies with the General Plan requirement of low profile, low density residential, development with sufficient open space between surrounding structures. The project conforms to Zoning Code lot coverage requirements. The lot has a net square foot area of 78,443 square feet. The proposed project includes a residence of 3,575 square feet, a garage of 462 square feet, a swimming pool of 512 square feet, a sports court of 2,275 square feet, a cabana of 450 square feet, and a stable of 1,215 square feet. The total structural lot coverage will be 8,489 square feet which constitutes 10.8% of the lot which is within the maximum 20% structural lot coverage requirement. The total lot coverage including paved areas and driveway will be 14,980 square feet which equals 19.1% of the lot, which is within the 35% maximum overall lot coverage requirement. The proposed project is on a relatively large lot with most of the proposed structure located near Williamsburg Lane. The structure will be set back from the roadway further than adjacent residences and will be maintained with mature trees so as to reduce the visual impact of the development and is similar and compatible with several neighboring developments. B. The proposed development preserves and integrates into the site design, to the maximum extent feasible, existing natural topographic features of the lot including surrounding native vegetation, mature trees, drainage courses, and land forms because the building pad is relatively flat, grading has been minimized and most of the mature trees will not be removed, thereby retaining the current drainage pattern and landscape screening for the site. C. The development plan follows natural contours of the site and drainage courses will continue naturally away from the building pad. RESOLUTION NO. 93-19 PAGE 4 D. The development plan incorporates existing large trees and native vegetation to the maximum extent feasible and supplements it with landscaping that is compatible with and enhances the rural character of the community. E. The development plan substantially preserves the natural and undeveloped state of the lot by minimizing building coverage because the new structures will not cause the structural and total lot coverage to be exceeded. Significant portions of the lot will be left undeveloped. F. The proposed development is harmonious in scale and mass with the site, the natural terrain and surrounding residences because as indicated in Paragraph A, lot coverage maximum will not be exceeded and the proposed project is of consistent scale with the neighborhood, thereby grading will be minimized. The ratio of the proposed structure to lot coverage is similar to the ratio found on several properties in the vicinity. G. The proposed development is sensitive and not detrimental to convenience and safety of circulation for pedestrians and vehicles because the proposed project will utilize the existing vehicular access, thereby having no further impact on the roadway. H. The project conforms with the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act and is categorically exempt from environmental review. Section 10. Based upon the foregoing findings, the Planning Commission hereby approves the Site Plan Review application for substantial additions to an existing single family residence in accordance with the Development Plan attached hereto as Exhibit A subject to the conditions contained in Section 11. Section 11. The Variance and Site Plan Review approvals for a proposed new residence as indicated on the Development Plan attached hereto and incorporated herein as Exhibit A as approved in Sections 5, 7, and 10 are subject to the following conditions: A. The Variance approvals shall expire unless used within one year from the effective date of approval as defined in Section 17.32.110 of the Municipal Code. The Site Plan Review approval shall expire within one year from the effective date of approval as defined in Section 17.34.080.A. RESOLUTION NO. 41019 PAGE 5 • B. It is declared and made a condition of the Variances, and the Site Plan Review approvals, that if any conditions thereof are violated, the Permit shall be suspended and the privileges granted thereunder shall lapse; provided that the applicant has been given written notice to cease such violation and has failed to do so for a period of thirty (30) days. C. All requirements of the Zoning Ordinance 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 lot shall be developed and maintained in substantial conformance with the site plan on file marked Exhibit A except as otherwise provided in these conditions. E. The fencing for the existing sports court shall be 'lowered and limited to 8 feet in height. F. The lighting for the existing sports court shall be removed and is not permitted as specified in Section 17.16.012.E(13) of the Municipal Code. G. A preliminary landscape plan must be submitted to and approved by the City of Rolling Hills Planning Department staff prior to the issuance of any grading and building permit. The landscaping plan submitted must comply with the purpose and intent of the Site Plan Review Ordinance, shall incorporate existing mature trees and nativevegetation, and shall utilize to the maximum extent feasible, plants that are native to the area and/or consistent with the rural character of the community. A bond in the amount of the cost estimate of the implementation of the landscaping plan plus 15% shall be required to be posted prior to issuance of a grading and building permit and shall be retained with the City for not less than two years after landscape installation. The retained bond will be released by the City Manager after the City Manager determines that the landscaping was installed pursuant to the landscaping plan as approved, and that such landscaping is properly established and in good condition. H. The landscaping plan shall incorporate tall trees at the north end and the front of the structure to soften and obscure the long roof line from adjacent residences. The landscaping along the front of the residence shall be consistent with the landscaping in the front yards of other residences along Williamsburg Lane. The landscaping in the rear yard shall consist of plant materials that are native to the community and the property. I. 'The landscaping plan shall incorporate plant materials to screen the sports court fencing from street view. RESOLUTION NO.- 19 410 PAGE 6 J. Prior to the submittal of an applicable final grading plan to the County of Los Angeles for plan check, a detailed grading and drainage plan with related geology, soils and hydrology reports that conform to the Development Plan as approved by the Planning Commission must be submitted to the Rolling Hills Planning Department staff for their review. Cut and fill slopes must conform to the City of Rolling Hills standard of 2 to 1 slope ratio. K. The project must be reviewed and approved by the Rolling Hills Community Association Architectural Review Committee prior to the issuance of any building or grading permit. L. The working drawings submitted to the County Department of Building and Safety for plan check review must conform to the development plan approved with this application. M. Any modifications to the project which would constitute a modification to the development plan as approved by the Planning Commission shall require the filing of an application for modification of the Zoning Case pursuant to Section 17.34.070 of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code. N. The building pad coverage shall not exceed 25.8%. 0. The applicant shall execute an Affidavit of Acceptance of all conditions of this Variance and Site Plan Review, pursuant to Section 17.32.087, or the approval shall not be effective. P. Conditions A, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J, K, L, M, N, and 0 must be complied with prior to the issuance of a building or grading permit from the County of Los Angeles. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPT D THIS 18TH DAY OF MAY, 1993. t� EV HANKIfid, ACTING CHAIRMAN ATTEST: MARILYN/-< -11Vv--1 RN, DEPUTY CITY CLERK RESOLUTION NO. 93-19 PAGE 7 STATE OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES CITY OF ROLLING HILLS ss I certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 93-19 entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING A VARIANCE FOR THE ENCROACHMENT OF A MASTER BEDROOM ADDITION INTO THE FRONT YARD SETBACK, GRANTING A VARIANCE FOR THE ENCLOSURE OF AN EXISTING BREEZEWAY THAT ENCROACHES INTO THE FRONT YARD SETBACK, AND GRANTING SITE PLAN REVIEW APPROVAL FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF SUBSTANTIAL ADDITIONS TO AN EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE IN ZONING CASE NO. 492. was approved and adopted at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission on May 18, 1993 by, the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners Frost, Hankins, Lay and Raine NOES: None ABSENT: Chairman Roberts ABSTAIN: None and in compliance with the laws of California was posted at the following: Administrative Offices r�Yv CITY CLERK • 1.1.140-•1?. )1. ig0 17.33.180 Appeal --Persons authorised. The action br the Planning Commission in matters described in this e . chapter shall be by majority vote and shall be final, clusive and effective twenty calendar days after the 'Let i '`r` of notice, as provided in Section 17.32.090, unless within' said twenty -day period an appeal in writing is filed wig the City Clerk by any of the following: A. The applicant; s. Any person who protested, either orally or in writing, as a matter of record, prior to the final vote of the Planning Commission on the matter and who, in addition, received or was entitled to receive the written notice specified in subdivision 2 of subsection A of Sc'Ctio t 17.40.060; or C. The City Council, upon the affirmative vote of three members of the Council. (Ord. 188.(part), 1981:. 1SS S4, 1971: Ord. 33 $6.14, 1960) . 17.32.150 Appeal--Contents--fee. An appeal from a ql, order, requirement, decision, or determination under the title must set forth specifically wherein it is claimed there was an error or abuse of discretion by the Planning Commission or wherein the decision of the Planning Commission is not supported by the evidence in the matter. In addition, any person appealing the decision of the Planning Commission must pay to the City Clerk, at the time of filitng the written notice of appeal, the required fee specified by resolution as hereafter adopted and from time to time changed by the City Council. (Ord. 188(part), 1981: Ord. 33 $6.15, 1960). 17.32.160 Appeal--Recordkeepinq. Upon receipt of a written appeal and the payment of the fee required, the City Clerk shall advise the Secretary of the Planning Commission to transmit forthwith the complete record of the entire proceeding before the Planning Commission. The Secretary of the Planning Commission shall be charged with the duty and responsibility of maintaining a. complete file and record on each application processed pursuant to this chapter which shall contain the original application processed pursuant to this chapter, all correspondence•814 reports pertaining thereto, all affidavits of publicaties4 posting enamelling, as required by law, minutes of all meetings of the Planning Commission pertaining to this matter, advisory reports of technical agents, the report, findings and decision of the Planning Commission, and an affidavit of the mailing and the giving of said notice, as required by this chapter. (Ord. 188(part), 1981: Ord. 33 S6.16, 1960). 21S (Rolling Rills 8/83) • It .)2.170--17.33.200 • 17.32.170 City Council to be Board of Zoning Ad )ustment _anc Appeal . for the purpose of this chapter and in conformity with Article 2 of Chapter 4, Title 7 of the Government Code of the State of California, the City Council appoints and creates each and every member of the City Council, sitting as a whole, as the Board of Zoning Adjustment and Zoning Appeal for the City. The City Council shall meet as a Board of Zoning Adjustment and Zoning Appeal in connection with other City business and, in so meeting, shall be governed by all the rules and regulations now adopted or hereafter adopted governing the procedure of the City Council. (Ord. 188(part), 1981: Ord. 33 $6.17, .1960). 17.32.180 Appeal--Hearing--Notice--Basis for. decision. The City Cleric shall set a hearing before the City Council 4. as t Zoning Adjustment and Zoning Appeal not less tha after the receipt of said appeal or request for review. The hearing shall be on at least ten days prior written notice to the applicant, the appellant, and to any other persons who received or should have received, under Section 17.40.060, notice of the hearing before the Planning Commission. At such a hearing no new matter nor new evidence shall be received or considered by the Board of Zoning Adjustment and. Appeal, and the Board shall make its determination on the basis of the record brought before it on appeal or review. (Ord. 188(part), 1981: Ord. 33 $6.18, 1960) . 17.32.190 Appeal --New hearing --Authorized when. Notwith- standing the provisions of Section 17.32.180, the Board of Zoning Adjustment and Appeal may, by majority action at any time during the course of the review of a decision of the Planning Commission under this chapter brought before it by appeal, determine that a new hearing shall be set by the Board of Zoning Adjustment and Appeal, at which time the public will be entitled to appear to present new or additional evidence for or against said application. (Ord. 188(part). 1981: Ord. 33 $6.19, 1960). 17.32.200 Appeal --New hearing --Copy of records. The action of the Board of Zoning Adjustment and Appeal shall be by majority vote and shall be final and conclusive. The decision of the Board under this chapter shall be set forth in full in the minutes of the meeting of the Board of Zoning Adjustment and Appeal. A certified copy of the excerpts of said minutes shall be delivered by the City Clerk to the City Council, the Secretary of the Planning Commission and the Planning Commission for their use and records, as well as to the applicant or the appellant, if they are different parties. (Ord. 188(part), 1981: Ord. 33 $6.20, 1960) . 216 (Rolling Hills 8/83) • .7.31. 310.17.36.010 17.32.210 Appeal --Notice. Upon the filing of such an appeal, the City Clerk shall give notice of thefiling of said notice to: A. Applicant; B. Appellant; and C. Any person who protested, either orally or in writing, as a matter of record, prior to the final vote of the Planning Commission on the matter and who, in addition, received or was entitled to receive the written notice specified in subdivision 2 of subsection B of Section 7.40.060. (Ord. 188(part), 1981: Ord. 1SS 56, 1978: Ord. 33 56.21, 1960). 17.32.220 Appeal--Rearing--Multiple appeals. 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Addressee's Address (Only if requested and fee is paid) PS Form 3811, November 1990 *U.S.GPO: 1991-287-066 DOMESTIC RETURN RECEIPT RESOLUTION NO. 93-19 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING A VARIANCE FOR THE ENCROACHMENT OF A MASTER BEDROOM ADDITION INTO THE FRONT YARD SETBACK, GRANTING A VARIANCE FOR THE ENCLOSURE OF AN EXISTING BREEZEWAY THAT ENCROACHES INTO THE FRONT YARD SETBACK, AND GRANTING SITE PLAN REVIEW APPROVAL FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF SUBSTANTIAL ADDITIONS TO AN EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE IN ZONING CASE NO. 492. 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. Gordon Inman with respect to real property located at 9 Williamsburg Lane, Rolling Hills (Lot 27-RH) requesting a Variance to allow the encroachment of a master bedroom addition into the front yard setback, requesting a Variance to allow the enclosure of an existing breezeway that encroaches into the front yard setback, and a request for Site Plan Review to permit substantial additions to an existing single family residence. Section 2. The Planning Commission conducted a duly noticed public hearing to consider the applications for Variances into allowable setbacks and Site Plan Review approval on March 16, 1993 and April 27, 1993 and at a field trip visit on April 17, 1993. Section 3. The Planning Commission finds that the project is categorically exempt from environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to a Class 3,exemption provided by Section 15303 of the State CEQA Guidelines. Section 4. Sections 17.32.010 through 17.32.030 permit approval of a Variance from the standards and requirements of the Zoning Ordinance when exceptional or extraordinary circumstances applicable to the property and not applicable to other similar properties in the same zone prevent the owner from making use of a parcel of property to the same extent enjoyed by similar properties. A Variance to Section 17.16.060 is required to permit the encroachment of a master bedroom addition fourteen (14) feet within the fifty (50) foot required front yard setback. A. There are exceptional and extraordinary circumstances and conditions applicable to the property and the existing use that do not apply generally to the other property in the same vicinity and zone. The Variance is necessary because there exists topographical constraints that justify the encroachment, in that there is not sufficient flat area in the rear of the lot to accommodate the development and grading will be minimized if the addition is oriented closer to the front of the lot and does not encroach further than the existing structure. RESOLUTION NO. 93-19 PAGE 2 B. The Variance is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of a substantial property right possessed by other property in the same vicinity and zone, but which is denied the subject property. The amount of encroachment into the front yard setback is similar to the amount of encroachment existing on other neighboring properties along Williamsburg Lane. C. Granting this Variance will not be materially detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to the property or improvements in the vicinity and zone in which the property is located. Permitting the encroachment will allow a substantial portion of the lot to remain undeveloped. Section 5. Based upon the foregoing findings, the Planning Commission hereby approves the Variance to allow a master bedroom addition to the existing residence to encroach into the front yard setback to a maximum of 14 feet as indicated on the Development Plan attached hereto as Exhibit A subject to the conditions contained in Section 11. Section 6. A Variance to Section 17.16.060 is required to permit the enclosure of an existing breezeway that encroaches into the front yard setback fourteen (14) feet within the fifty (50) foot required front yard setback. A. There are exceptional and extraordinary circumstances and conditions applicable to the property and the existing use that do not apply generally to the other property in the same vicinity and zone. The Variance is necessary because there exists topographical constraints that justify the encroachment, in that there is not sufficient flat area in the rear of the lot to accommodate the development and grading will be minimized if the enclosed breezeway addition is oriented closer to the front of the lot and does not encroach further than the existing structure. B. The Variance is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of a substantial property right possessed by other property in the same vicinity and zone, but which is denied the subject property. The amount of encroachment into the front yard setback is similar to the amount of encroachment existing on other neighboring properties along Williamsburg Lane. C. Granting this Variance will not be materially detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to the property or improvements in the vicinity and zone in which the property is located. Permitting the encroachment will allow a substantial portion of the lot to remain undeveloped. • • RESOLUTION NO. 93-19 PAGE 3 Section 7. Based upon the foregoing findings, the Planning Commission hereby approves the Variance to encroach into the front yard setback for an enclosed breezeway addition to a maximum of 14 feet as indicated on the Development Plan attached hereto as Exhibit A subject to the conditions contained in Section 11. Section 8. Section 17.34.010 requires a development plan to be submitted for site plan review and approval before any building or structure may be constructed or any expansion, addition, alteration or repair to existing buildings may be made which involve changes to grading or an increase to the size of the building or structure by more than twenty-five percent (25%) in any thirty-six month period. The applicant has proposed to construct substantial additions to an existing single family residence. Section 9. The. Planning Commission makes the following findings of fact: A. The proposed development is compatible with the General Plan, the Zoning Ordinance and surrounding uses because the proposed structure complies with the General Plan requirement of low profile, low density residential development with sufficient open space between surrounding structures. The project conforms to Zoning Code lot coverage requirements. The lot has a net square foot area of 78,443 square feet. The proposed project includes a residence of 3,575 square feet, a garage of 462 square feet, a swimming pool of 512 square feet, a sports court of 2,275 square feet, a cabana of 450 square feet, and a stable of 1,215 square feet. The total structural lot coverage will be 8,489 square feet which constitutes 10.8% of the lot which is within the maximum 20% structural lot coverage requirement. The total lot coverage including paved areas and driveway will be 14,980 square feet which equals 19.1% of the lot, which is within the 35% maximum overall lot coverage requirement. The proposed project is on a relatively large lot with most of the proposed structure located near Williamsburg Lane. The structure will be set back from the roadway further than adjacent residences and will be maintained with mature trees so as to reduce the visual impact of the development and is similar and compatible with several neighboring developments. B. The proposed development preserves and integrates into the site design, to the maximum extent feasible, existing natural topographic features of the lot including surrounding native vegetation, mature trees, drainage courses, and land forms because the building pad is relatively flat, grading has been minimized and most of the mature trees will not be removed, thereby retaining the current drainage pattern and landscape screening for the site. C. The development plan follows natural contours of the site and drainage courses will continue naturally away from the building pad. • • RESOLUTION NO. 93-19 PAGE 4 D. The development plan incorporates existing large trees and native vegetation to the maximum extent feasible and supplements it with landscaping that is compatible with and enhances the rural character of the community. E. The development plan substantially preserves the natural and undeveloped state of the lot by minimizing building coverage because the new structures will not cause the structural and total lot coverage to be exceeded. Significant portions of the lot will be left undeveloped. F. The proposed development is harmonious in scale and mass with the site, the natural terrain and surrounding residences because as indicated in Paragraph A, lot coverage maximum will not be exceeded and the proposed project is of consistent scale with the neighborhood, thereby grading will be minimized. The ratio of the proposed structure to lot coverage is similar to the ratio found on several properties in the vicinity. G. The proposed development is sensitive and not detrimental to convenience and safety of circulation for pedestrians and vehicles because the proposed project will utilize the existing vehicular access, thereby having no further impact on the roadway. H. The project conforms with the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act and is categorically exempt from environmental review. Section 10. Based upon the foregoing findings, the Planning Commission hereby approves the Site Plan Review application for substantial additions to an existing single family residence in accordance with the Development Plan attached hereto as Exhibit A subject to the conditions contained in Section 11. Section 11. The Variance and Site Plan Review approvals for a proposed new residence as indicated on the Development Plan attached hereto and incorporated herein as Exhibit A as approved in Sections 5, 7, and 10 are subject to the following conditions: A. The Variance approvals shall expire unless used within one year from the effective date of approval as defined in Section 17.32.110 of the Municipal Code. The Site Plan Review approval shall expire within one year from the effective date of approval as defined in Section 17.34.080.A. RESOLUTION NO. •-19 PAGE 5 B. It is declared and made a condition of the Variances, and the Site Plan Review approvals, that if any conditions thereof are violated, the Permit shall be suspended and the privileges granted thereunder shall lapse; provided that the applicant has been given written notice to cease such violation and has failed to do so for a period of thirty (30) days. C. All requirements of the Zoning Ordinance 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 lot shall be developed and maintained in substantial conformance with the site plan on file marked Exhibit A except as otherwise provided in these conditions. E. The fencing for the existing sports court shall be lowered and limited to 8 feet in height. F. The lighting for the existing sports court shall be removed and is not permitted as specified in Section 17.16.012.E(13) of the Municipal Code. G. A preliminary landscape plan must be submitted to and approved by the City of Rolling Hills Planning Department staff prior to the issuance of any grading and building permit. The landscaping plan submitted must comply with the purpose and intent of the Site Plan Review Ordinance, shall incorporate existing mature trees and native vegetation, and shall utilize to the maximum extent feasible, plants that are native to the area and/or consistent with the rural character of the community. A bond in the amount of the cost estimate of the implementation of the landscaping plan plus 15% shall be required to be posted prior to issuance of a grading and building permit and shall be retained with the City for not less than two years after landscape installation. The retained bond will be released by the City Manager after the City Manager determines that the landscaping was installed pursuant to the landscaping plan as approved, and that such landscaping is properly established and in good condition. H. The landscaping plan shall incorporate tall trees at the north end and the front of the structure to soften and obscure the long roof line from adjacent residences. The landscaping along the front of the residence shall be consistent with the landscaping in the front yards of other residences along Williamsburg Lane. The landscaping in the rear yard shall consist of plant materials that are native to the community and the property. I. The landscaping plan shall incorporate plant materials to screen the sports court fencing from street view. RESOLUTION NO13-19 PAGE 6 J. Prior to the submittal of an applicable final grading plan to the County of Los Angeles for plan check, a detailed grading and drainage plan with related geology, soils and hydrology reports that conform to the Development Plan as approved by the Planning Commission must be submitted to the Rolling Hills Planning Department staff for their review. Cut and fill slopes must conform to the City of Rolling Hills standard of 2 to 1 slope ratio. K. The project must be reviewed and• approved by the Rolling Hills Community Association Architectural Review Committee prior to the issuance of any building or grading permit. L. The working drawings submitted to the County Department of Building and Safety for plan check review must conform to the development plan approved with this application. M. Any modifications to the project which would constitute a modification to the development plan as approved by the Planning Commission shall require the filing of an application for modification of the Zoning Case pursuant to Section 17.34.070 of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code. N. The building pad coverage shall not exceed 25.8%. O. The applicant shall execute an Affidavit of Acceptance of all conditions of this Variance and Site Plan Review, pursuant to Section 17.32.087, or the approval shall not be effective. P. Conditions A, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J, K, L, M, N, and 0 must be complied with prior to the issuance of a building or grading permit from the County of Los Angeles. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 18TH DAY OF MAY, 1993. EV HANKIfVg, ACTING CHAIRMAN ATTEST: '13,41/u,Ja .1< MARILYN KERN, DEPUTY CITY CLERK RESOLUTION NO. 93-19 PAGE 7 STATE OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES CITY OF ROLLING HILLS ss I certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 93-19 entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING A VARIANCE FOR THE ENCROACHMENT OF A MASTER BEDROOM ADDITION INTO THE FRONT YARD SETBACK, GRANTING A' VARIANCE FOR THE ENCLOSURE OF AN EXISTING BREEZEWAY THAT ENCROACHES INTO THE FRONT YARD SETBACK, AND GRANTING SITE PLAN REVIEW APPROVAL FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF SUBSTANTIAL ADDITIONS TO AN EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE IN ZONING CASE NO. 492. was approved and adopted at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission on May 18, 1993 by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners Frost, Hankins, Lay and Raine NOES: None ABSENT: Chairman Roberts ABSTAIN: None and in compliance with the laws of California was posted at the following: Administrative Offices P /a 4 .fir A` . i° C ..es(.it✓�% EPUTi C I TY CLERK �O C9 CityO ie0ii JINCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957 tan NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274 (310) 377.1521 FAX: (310) 377-7288 April 30, 1993 Mr. and Mrs.. Gordon Inman 9 Williamsburg Lane Rolling Hills, CA 90274 SUBJECT: Zoning Case No. 492: A request for a Variance to permit encroachment into the front yard setback for a master bedroom addition and the enclosure of an existing breezeway, and a request for Site Plan Review to permit substantial additions to an existing single family residence at 9 Williamsburg Lane (Lot 27-RH). Dear Mr. and Mrs. Inman: This letter shall serve as official notification that Zoning Case No. 492 was APPROVED by the Plannning Commission at their regular meeting on April 27, 1993. The final Resolution and conditions of APPROVAL will be forwarded to you after they.are signed by the Planning Commission Chairman and City Clerk. The Planning Commission's decision will be reported to the City Council at their regular meeting on May 24, 1993. You should also be aware that the decision of the Planning Commission may be appealed within twenty days after You receive the final Resolution, (Sections 17.32.140 and 17.32.150 of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code). Feel free to call me at (310) 377-1521 if you have any questions regarding this matter. Sincerely, LOLA M. UNGAR PRINCIPAL PLANNE cc: Mr. Roger North Printed on Recycled Paper. M • C `i2 fL'ny Jh/f March 23, 1993 Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Inman 9 Williamsburg Lane Rolling Hills, CA 90274 INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957 NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274 (310) 377.1521 FAX,(310) 377.7288 SUBJECT: Zoning Case No. 492: A request for a Variance to permit encroachment into the front yard setback for a master bedroom addition and the enclosure of an existing breezeway, and a request for Site Plan Review to permit substantial additions to an existing single family residence at 9 Williamsburg Lane (Lot 27-RH). Dear Mr. and Mrs. Inman: We have arranged for the Planning Commission to conduct a field inspection of your property to view a silhouette of the proposed project on Saturday. April 17. 1993. The Planning Commission will meet at 7:30 AM at City Hall for a time and then proceed to the scheduled project sites. Do not expect the Commission at 7:30 AM, but be assured that the field trip will take place before 11 AM. The site must be prepared with a full-size silhouette of the proposed project showina the roof ridge and bearina walls. We have enclosed Silhouette Construction Guidelines. The owner and/or representative should be present to answer any questions regarding the proposal. Feel free to call me at (310) 377-1521 if you have any questions. Sincerely, PRINCIPAL PLANNER cc: Mr. Roger North, Architect Printed on Recycled Paper. I £',i o/ Rotting ili`Lo INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957 NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274 (2131 377-1521 FAX (213) 377-7288 SILHOUETTE CONSTRUCTION GUIDELINES 1. When required by the Planning Commission or City Council, a silhouette of proposed construction should be erected for the week preceding the designated Planning Commission or City Council meeting. The Silhouette shall not remain erected for a period longer than one week unless directed by the Planning Commission or City Council. 2. Silhouettes should be constructed with 2" .x 4" lumber. Printed boards are not acceptable. 3. Bracing should be provided where possible. 4. Wire, twine or other suitable material should be used to delineate roof ridges and eaves. 5. Small pieces of cloth or flags should be attached to the wire or twine to aid in the visualization of the proposed construction. 6. The application may be delayed if inaccurate or incomplete silhouettes are constructed. 7. If you have any futher questions contact the Planning Department Staff at (213) 377-1521. • SECTION 1 U PLAN a • CLLi� Ol Rolling L�� INCORPORATED JANUARY ' , 957 NOTIFICATION LETTER March 1, 1993 Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Inman 9 Williamsburg Lane Rolling Hills, CA 90274 NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274 (310) 377-1521 FAX: (310) 377-7288 SUBJECT: Zoning Case No. 492: A request for a Variance to permit encroachment into the front yard setback for a master bedroom addition and the enclosure of an existing breezeway, and a. request for Site Plan Review to permit substantial additions to an existing single family residence at 9 Williamsburg Lane (Lot 27-RH). Dear Mr. and Mrs. Inman: Your application for Zoning Case No. 492 has been set for public hearing consideration by the Planning Commission at their meeting on Tuesday, March 16, 1993. The meeting will begin at 7:30 PM in the Council Chambers, Rolling Hills City Hall Administration Building, 2 Portuguese Bend Road, Rolling Hills. You or your designated representative must attend to present your project and to answer questions. The staff report for this project will be available at the City Hall after 3:00 PM on Friday, March 12, 1993. Please arrange to pick up the'staff report to preview it prior to the hearing. Please call me at (213) 377-1521 if you have any questions. Sin rely, rest G4 LOLA M. UNGAR PRINCIPAL PLANNER cc: Mr. Roger North, Architect Printed on Recycled Paper.