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747 w/MOD, Construct 2300 sq ft garage, i, Resolutions & Approval ConditionsRESOLUTION NO. 2016-10 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING A TIME EXTENSION TO COMPLETE CONSTRUCTION OF A GARAGE AT 6 SADDLEBACK ROAD, LOT 18-RH, (REITER). 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. Terry Reiter with respect to real property located at 6 Saddleback Road requesting a 12-months time extension to comply with the requirements of Resolution No. 2015-08 to complete the construction of a partially constructed garage addition. Section 2. The Commission considered this item at a meeting on April 19, 2016 at which time information was presented indicating that additional time is needed to process the plans and obtain building permits. Section 3. Based upon information and evidence submitted, the Planning Commission grants the request for time extension and does hereby amend Paragraph A, Section 7 of Resolution No. 2015-08 to read as follows: A. The construction of the previously approved garage plus the "partially as built portion" of the garage addition, for a total of 2,300 square foot garage shall be completed and final inspection granted within two years from the effective date of City Council's decision, but no later than July 22, 2017. No further extensions shall be granted. Section 4. Except as herein amended, the provisions and conditions of Resolution No. 2015-08 shall continue to be in full force and effect. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 19th DAY OF APR2016. D CHELF, CHAIRM,. N ATTEST: betta HEIDI LUCE CITY CLERK STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) §§ CITY OF ROLLING HILLS ) I certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 2016-10 entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING A TIME EXTENSION TO COMPLETE CONSTRUCTION OF A GARAGE AT 6 SADDLEBACK ROAD, LOT 18-RH, (REITER). was approved and adopted at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission on April 19, 2016 by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners Kirkpatrick, Smith and Chairman Chelf. NOES: None. ABSENT: Commissioner Gray. ABSTAIN: Commissioner Cardenas. and in compliance with the laws of California was posted at the following: Administrative Offices *dam HEIDI LUCE CITY CLERK RESOLUTION NO. 2012-23 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING PARTIAL APPROVAL AND PARTIAL DENIAL OF A SITE PLAN REVIEW TO ENLARGE PREVIOUSLY APPROVED GARAGE ON A PROPERTY WITH A CONDITION THAT ANY FURTHER DEVELOPMENT BE REVIEWED BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION, IN ZONING CASE NO. 747 MODIFICATION, (LOT 18-RH), (REITER). THE PROJECT HAS BEEN DETERMINED TO BE CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT PURSUANT TO THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA). THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS DOES HEREBY FIND, RESOLVE AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. Mr. Terry Reiter duly filed an application with respect to real property at 6 Saddleback Road requesting a Site Plan Review to enlarge by 300 square feet the previously approved 2,000 square foot garage, for a total of 2,300 square foot garage. The applicant commenced the construction of the additional square footage without permission. An existing 700 square foot garage is proposed to be converted to living space. In the past the property received a condition that "Any further development" be reviewed and approved by the Planning Commission, thus the requirement for a Site Plan Review. Section 2. The Planning Commission conducted duly noticed public hearings to consider the application October 16, 2012 and at a field trip on October 16, 2012. The applicant was notified of the public hearings in writing by first class mail and was in attendance. 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. Section 3. The Planning Commission expressed concerns regarding the size and scale of the garage and the additional square footage that was constructed without permission, as well as the massing of the roof line of the structure, particularly in the front of the garage, and is therefore granting approval of the addition to the sideof the garage of 145 square foot addition and not the addition to the front of the garage for 155 square foot addition. Section 4. The property is currently developed with a 3,920 square foot residence, 700 square foot garage, 720 square foot swimming pool, 48 square foot pool equipment area, service yard and a 432 square foot stable, located in the front yard area. The construction of the previously approved 2,000 square foot garage is underway, including partial construction of the addition requested herein. The property is zoned RAS-1 and the gross lot area is 3.44 acres. The net lot area for construction purposes is 2.66 acres or 116,000 square feet. The lot is located along a bend on Saddleback Road and has a frontage along Saddleback Road of over 619 feet. The lot 6 Saddleback backs up to Palos Verdes Drive North. There exists a 25-foot easement in the rear of the property together with 100-foot Rolling Hills Estates road right-of-way easement. Approximately 50% of the residence is located in the rear setback. The proposed project would not encroach into setbacks. Section 5. The Planning Commission finds that the project qualifies as a Class 4 Exemption (State of CA Guidelines, Section 15304 - Minor Land Alteration) and is therefore categorically exempt from environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act. Section 6. Section 17.46.040 states that the Planning Commission may condition an approval to require Site Plan Review for any future construction or grading on a property, regardless of whether site plan review would ordinarily be applicable to such construction. With respect to the Site Plan Review application, due to the restriction placed on this property in 2008, the Planning Commission must review the proposed project. With respect to the Site Plan Review application requesting construction of 300 square foot addition to the previously approved 2,000 square foot garage, the Planning Commission makes the following findings of fact: A. Of the 300 square foot addition requested, 145 square foot addition is herby approved to be located along the side of the garage and 155 square foot addition, proposed for the front of the garage is hereby denied. B. The approved smaller 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, and for equestrian facilities. The project conforms to Zoning Code setback requirements The Planning Commission in the previous application for the 2,000 square foot garage found that because of the location of the existing residence, in the rear setback, and the vast open area between the residence and the front of the property, and the narrow nature of the lot, the garage could only be constructed in front of and perpendicular to the residence. Any other configuration would largely block the view of the open area from the house. The proposed 145 square foot addition would be located along an existing wall of the house, in front of a chimney, and would not be visible from the front of the property. However, the addition to the front of the garage would make the structure massive and the lot looking overbuilt. C. The project substantially preserves the natural and undeveloped state of the lot by minimizing building coverage. The proposed addition will maintain the existing appearance of the property and will not mass the site. The topography and the configuration of the lot, has been considered, and it was determined that the proposed development will not adversely affect or be materially detrimental to adjacent uses, buildings, or structures because the proposed construction will not require any grading and is adjacent to the existing residence and away from the front of the property. It will be the least intrusive to surrounding properties, will be screened and landscaped, is of sufficient distance from nearby residences so that it will not impact the view or privacy of 6 Saddleback surrounding neighbors, and will permit the owners to enjoy their property without deleterious infringement on the rights of surrounding property owners. D. The proposed development of 145 square feet, as conditioned, is harmonious in scale and mass with the site, and is consistent with the scale of the neighborhood when compared to properties in the vicinity. The proposed addition will follow the line of the previously approved garage and would be along an already existing wall of the residence, therefore not obtrusive or visible from any street or adjacent properties. E. The development plan incorporates an existing palm trees and no significant trees or vegetation will be lost to the new development. The driveway extension to accommodate the proposed garage will be covered by pervious surface resembling landscaping, therefore preserving the greenery on the property. F. The development plan substantially preserves the natural and undeveloped state of the lot by minimizing building coverage because the addition will not cause the lot to look overdeveloped. The proposed garage addition was designed to minimize lot coverage. Significant portions of the lot will be left undeveloped. G. The proposed development is sensitive and not detrimental to the convenience and safety of circulation for pedestrians and vehicles because the proposed project will not change the existing circulation pattern and will utilize existing driveway and parking area. H. The project is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act. Section 7. Based upon the foregoing findings and the evidence in the record, the Planning Commission hereby partially approves and partially denies the request in Zoning Case No. 747Modification for the proposed garage, subject to the following conditions: A. The construction of the previously approved garage plus the 145 square foot addition shall be completed within six -months from the effective date of this approval. B. If any conditions of approval are violated, this approval shall be suspended and the privileges granted hereunder shall lapse; provided that the applicants have been given written notice to cease such violation, the opportunity for a hearing has been provided, and if requested, has been held, and thereafter the applicant fails to correct the violation within a period of thirty (30) days from the date of the City's determination. C. All requirements of the Building Code, the Zoning Ordinance, and of the zone in which the subject property is located, including but not be limited to lighting ordinance and undergrounding of utility lines ordinance, must be complied with, unless otherwise set forth in this approval. D. A revised site plan and elevation plan shall be submitted to the Planning 6 Saddleback Department showing the addition to the side of the garage and eliminating the addition to the front of the garage. The site plan shall accurately depict the proposed driveway to the garage and the palm tree within the driveway with seating area. The applicant shall obtain building department approval and a building permit for the additional square footage authorized herein and pay all applicable fees. The applicant shall demolish that portion of the garage not authorized by this Resolution. E. Structural lot coverage shall not exceed 8,079 square feet or 7.0%, in conformance with structural lot coverage limitations. F. Total lot coverage of structures and paved areas shall not exceed 14,156 square feet or 12.2%, in conformance with lot coverage limitations. G. The disturbed area of the lot shall not exceed 26,000 square feet or 22.4%, including the grading for the garage, in conformance with disturbed area limitations. H. Building pad coverage on the 14,663 square foot building pad (not in setbacks) shall not exceed 7,629 square feet or 51.0 %. I. The attached garage shall not exceed 2,145 square feet of gross floor area, and may have a basement for a portion of the area, as per approved plans. J. The entire garage structure shall not be used as habitable space, and may not have kitchen facilities, but may have a sink, storage cabinets and a workbench. Should the applicant wish to convert portion of the garage to habitable space or mixed -use space, it shall be completed with City's approval and appropriate building permits. In addition, at all times there shall exist a minimum of a two -car garage to serve the property. K. The equipment door opening at the back wall of the garage shall not exceed 6' in width, and the area behind the entire garage shall not be developed with impervious surface. L. The extension of the existing driveway to access the new garage shall be constructed with pervious material resembling landscape surface. There shall be landscaping added in areas between the garage doors to soften the appearance of the long structure. M. The area, in front of the garage, utilized for stockpiling of dirt for the construction of the garage and basement, shall be returned to its pre -construction condition and topography and be re -vegetated. Certified civil engineer shall certify that the area was restored to pre -construction condition. N. Landscaping shall include water efficient irrigation, to the maximum extent feasible, that incorporates a low gallonage irrigation system, utilizes automatic controllers, incorporates an irrigation design using "hydrozones," considers slope factors and climate conditions in design, and utilizes means to reduce water waste resulting from runoff and 6 Saddleback overspray. O. During construction, dust control measures shall be used to stabilize the soil from wind erosion and reduce dust and objectionable odors generated by construction activities in accordance with South Coast Air Quality Management District, Los Angeles County and local ordinances and engineering practices. P. During construction, conformance with the air quality management district requirements, storm water pollution prevention practices, county and local ordinances and engineering practices so that people or property are not exposed to undue vehicle trips, noise, dust, objectionable odors, landslides, mudflows, erosion, or land subsidence shall be required. Q. During construction, the Erosion Control Plan containing the elements set forth in the 2008 County of Los Angeles Uniform Building Code shall be followed to minimize erosion and to protect slopes and channels to control storm water pollution as required by the County of Los Angeles. R. During and after construction, all parking shall take place on the project site. S. During construction, the property owners shall be required to schedule and regulate construction and related traffic noise throughout the day between the hours of 7:00 AM and 6:00 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. T. The property owners shall be required to conform to the Regional Water Quality Control Board and County Health Department requirements for the installation and maintenance of septic tank facilities, if required U. The property owners shall be required to conform to the Regional Water Quality Control Board and County Public Works Department Best Management Practices (BMP's) related to solid waste and storm water pollution prevention. V. The project must be reviewed and approved by the Rolling Hills Community Association Architectural Review Committee prior to the issuance of a building permit for the enlargement. W. Perimeter easements shall remain free and clear of any improvements including, but not be limited to, fences -including construction fences, grading (both cut and fill), landscaping, irrigation and drainage devices, play equipment, parked vehicles, building materials, debris and equipment, except if otherwise approved by the Rolling Hills Community Association. X. The working drawings submitted to the County Department of Building and Safety for plan check review shall conform to the development plan described in 6 Saddleback Condition D. Y. Prior to granting a final inspection utility lines to the garage and the residence shall be placed underground. Z. The City's and the Community Association's requirements related to outdoor lighting, roofing material and construction and all other requirements shall be complied with. AA. Pursuant to the Construction and Demolition requirements, 50% of the demolition and construction materials must be recycled/ diverted. Prior to granting a final inspection, verification of recycling shall be submitted to staff. AB. The applicants shall execute an Affidavit of Acceptance of all conditions of the Site Plan Review approval, pursuant to Section 17.46.065, or the approval shall not be effective. AC. Notwithstanding Sections 17.46.020 and 17.46.070 of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code, any modifications to the property, which would constitute additional structural development or grading, including additional basement or any subterranean space, shall require the filing of a new application for approval by the Planning Commission. AD. All conditions, when applicable, of the Site Plan Review approval must be complied with prior to the issuance of a grading or building permit from the County of Los Angeles. AE. 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. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 20t 012. B c AD ELF VICE- CHAIR AN ATTEST: HEIDI LUCE, DEPUTY CITY CLERK 6 Saddleback STATE OF CALIFORNIA) COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES) §§ CITY OF ROLLING HILLS) I certify that the foregoing Resolution 2012-23 entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING PARTIAL APPROVAL AND PARTIAL DENIAL OF A SITE PLAN REVIEW TO ENLARGE PREVIOUSLY APPROVED GARAGE ON A PROPERTY WITH A CONDITION THAT ANY FURTHER DEVELOPMENT BE REVIEWED BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION, IN ZONING CASE NO. 747 MODIFICATION, (LOT 18-RH), (REITER). THE PROJECT HAS BEEN DETERMINED TO BE CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT PURSUANT TO THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA). was approved and adopted at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission on November 20, 2012 by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners Mirsch, Smith and Vice Chairman Chelf. NOES: Commissioner Henke. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: Chairman Pieper (recused). and in compliance with the laws of California was posted at the following: Administrative Offices. L. DEPUTY CITY CLERK 6 Saddleback M • RESOLUTION NO. 2010-15 RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING A TIME EXTENSION TO COMMENCE CONSTRUCTION OF A GARAGE APPROVED BY PLANNING COMMISSION BY RESOLUTION NO. 2008-14, A RESOLUTION GRANTING A SITE PLAN REVIEW FOR GRADING AND CONSTRUCTION OF AN ATTACHED GARAGE AT AN EXISTING SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE IN ZONING CASE NO. 747 AT 6 SADDLEBACK ROAD, LOT 18-RH, (REITER). PROJECT HAS BEEN DETERMINED TO BE EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT. 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. Terry Reiter with respect to real property located at 6 Saddleback Road, Rolling Hills (Lot 18-RH) requesting a two-year time extension for previously approved Site Plan Review for grading, consisting of 170 cubic yards of cut and 170 cubic yards of fill (total 340 c.y.) for the construction of a new 2,000 square foot attached garage. The existing 700 square foot garage is proposed to be converted to living space. Section 2. The applicant received approval for the project from the Rolling Hills Community Association and is currently preparing detailed structural plans for submission to the L.A. County for plan check and building permit issuance. Section 3. The Commission considered this item at a meeting on July 20, 2010 at which time information was presented indicating that additional time is needed to commence construction of the project. Section 4. Based upon information and evidence submitted, the Planning Commission does hereby amend Paragraph A, of Section 6 of Resolution No. 2008-14 to read as follows: A. The Site Plan Review shall expire within four years from the effective date of approval as defined in Section 17.42.070(A) of the Zoning Ordinance. No further extension to commence construction of the project shall be granted. Section 5. Except as herein amended, the provisions and conditions of Resolution No. 2008-14 shall continue to be in full force and effect. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS'20th DAY OF JULY 2010. EROXI, CHAIR PE SON ATTEST: I cue , DEI JTY CITY CLERK STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES CITY OF ROLLING HILLS ) §§ I certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 2010-15 entitled: RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING A TIME EXTENSION TO COMMENCE CONSTRUCTION OF A GARAGE APPROVED BY PLANNING COMMISSION BY RESOLUTION NO. 2008-14, A RESOLUTION GRANTING A SITE PLAN REVIEW FOR GRADING AND CONSTRUCTION OF AN ATTACHED GARAGE AT AN EXISTING SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE IN ZONING CASE NO. 747 AT 6 SADDLEBACK ROAD, LOT 18-RH, (REITER). PROJECT HAS BEEN DETERMINED TO BE EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT. was approved and adopted at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission on July 20, 2010 by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners Chelf, Henke, Pieper, Vice Chairperson Smith and Chairperson DeRoy. NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. and in compliance with the laws of California was posted at the following: Administrative Offices f. • RECORDING REQUESTED BY AND MAIL TO CITY OF ROLLING HILLS 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD ROLLING HILLS, CA 90274 (310) 377-1521 (310) 377-7288 FAX T RECORDER'S USE ONLY THE REGISTRAR -RECORDER'S OFFICE REQUIRES THAT THE FORM BE NOTARIZED BEFORE RECORDATION. AFFIDAVIT OF ACCEPTANCE FORM STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) §§ CITY OF ROLLING HILLS ) ZONING CASE NO. 747 SITE PLAN REVIEW XX VARIANCE I (We) the undersigned state: I am (We are) the owner(s) of the real property described as follows: 6 SADDLEBACK ROAD, ROLLING HILLS, (LOT 18-RH) CA 90274 This property is the subject of the above numbered case and conditions of approval I am (We are) aware of, and accept, all the stated conditions in said ZONING CASE NO. 747 SITE PLAN REVIEW XX VARIANCE I (We) certif eclar) un er th penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct. 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A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING A SITE PLAN REVIEW FOR GRADING AND CONSTRUCTION OF AN ATTACHED GARAGE AT AN EXISTING SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE IN ZONING CASE NO. 747 AT 6 SADDLEBACK ROAD, LOT 18-RH, (REITER). 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. Terry Reiter with respect to real property at 6 Saddleback Road requesting a Site Plan Review for grading, consisting of 170 cubic yards of cut and 170 cubic yards of fill (total 340 c.y.) for the construction of a new 2,000 square foot attached garage. The existing 700 square foot garage is proposed to be converted to living space. Section 2. The Planning Commission conducted duly noticed public hearings to consider the application on December 18, 2007, January 15, April 15, and June 17, 2008 and field trips on January 15 and April 15, 2008. The Planning Commission expressed concerns about the size, location, fit on the property and the out of grade construction of the proposed garage. Taking the Commissions' concerns into consideration, the applicant scaled down the proposed project and revised the project two times. The applicant was notified of the public hearings in writing by first class mail and was in attendance. 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. .Section 3. The property is currently developed with a 3,920 square foot residence, 700 square foot garage, 720 square foot swimming pool, 48 square foot pool equipment area, service yard and a 432 square foot stable, located in the front yard area. The property is zoned RAS-1 and the gross -lot area is 3.44 acres. The net lot area for construction purposes is 2.66 acres or 116,000 square feet. The lot is located along a bend on Saddleback Road and has a frontage along Saddleback Road of over 619 feet. The lot backs up to Palos Verdes Drive North. There exists a 25-foot easement in the rear of the property together with 100-foot Rolling Hills Estates road right-of-way easement. Approximately 50% of the residence is located in the rear setback. The proposed project would not encroach into setbacks. Section 4. The Planning Commission finds that the project qualifies as a Class 4 Exemption (State of CA Guidelines, Section 15304 - Minor Land Alteration) and is therefore categorically exempt from environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act. Reso. 2008-14 1 6 Saddleback Rd. S Section 5. Section 17.46.030 requires a development plan to be submitted for - site plan review and approval before any development requiring a grading permit or 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 at least 1,000 square feet and has the effect of increasing the size of the building by more than twenty-five percent (25%) in any thirty-six (36) month period. With respect to the Site Plan Review application for grading and construction of the garage, the Planning Commission makes the following findings of facts: A. The proposed development is compatible with the General Plan, the Zoning Ordinance and surrounding uses because the proposed structures comply with the General Plan requirement of low profile, low -density residential development with sufficient open space between surrounding structures, and for equestrian facilities. The project conforms to Zoning Code setback requirements The Planning Commission found that because of the location of the existing residence (in the rear setback), the vast open area between the residence and the front of the property, and the narrow nature of the lot, the garage could only be constructed in front of the residence. Any other configuration would largely block the view of the open area from the house. The proposed project is screened from the road so as to reduce the visual impact of the development. B. The project substantially preserves the natural and undeveloped state of the lot by minimizing building coverage. The topography and the configuration of the lot, has been considered, and it was determined that the proposed development will not adversely affect or be materially detrimental to adjacent uses, buildings, or structures because the proposed construction will require minimal grading to enlarge the existing building pad, will be the least intrusive to surrounding properties, will be screened.and landscaped, is of sufficient distance from nearby residences so that it will not impact the view or privacy of surrounding neighbors, and will permit the owners to enjoy their property without deleterious infringement on the rights of surrounding property owners. Several options were considered by the Planning Commission and the applicant and it was determined that the proposed option would most meet the City's goals and policies for development. C. The proposed development, as conditioned, is harmonious in scale and mass with the site, and is consistent with the scale of the neighborhood when compared to properties in the vicinity. The proposed structure will follow the pattern and style of the original residence. The lot is irregular in shape, has steep slopes in the rear and has a long frontage along Saddleback Road. The front of the lot slopes downwards in a northerly direction and has a large open space area between the road and the residence. The residence and accessory structures are located in the rear of the property on a level pad and encroach into the rear setback. The proposed addition will be located in the rear of the lot, (not in setback), but in front of the existing residence and will not be visible from Saddleback Road D. The development plan incorporates existing trees and native vegetation to the maximum extent feasible. No significant trees or vegetation will be lost to the new development. The driveway extension to accommodate the proposed garage will Reso. 2008-14 6 Saddleback Rd. 2 be covered by pervious surface resembling landscaping, therefore preserving the greenery on the property. E. The development plan substantially preserves the natural and undeveloped state of the lot by minimizing building coverage because the new structure will not cause the lot to look overdeveloped. The proposed garage addition was designed to minimize lot coverage. Significant portions of the lot will be left undeveloped. F. The proposed development is sensitive and not detrimental to the convenience and safety of circulation for pedestrians and vehicles because the proposed project will not change the existing circulation pattern and will utilize existing driveway. G. The project is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act. Section 6. Based upon the foregoing findings and the evidence in the record, the Planning Commission hereby approves the Site Plan Review application in Zoning Case No. 747 for the proposed garage, subject to the following conditions: A. The Site Plan Review shall expire within two years from the effective date of approval as defined in Section 17.42.070(A) of the Zoning Ordinance unless otherwise extended pursuant to the requirements of this section. B. If any conditions of approval are violated, this approval shall be suspended and the privileges granted hereunder shall lapse; provided that the applicants have been given written notice to cease such violation, the opportunity for a hearing has been provided, and if requested, has been held, and thereafter the applicant fails to correct the violation within a period of thirty (30) days from the date of the City's determination. C. All requirements of the Building Code, the Zoning Ordinance, and of the zone in which the subject property is located must be complied with, unless otherwise set forth in this approval. D. The lot shall be developed and maintained in substantial conformance with the site plan, dated June 10, 2008, except as otherwise provided in these conditions. E. Structural lot coverage shall not exceed 7,934 square feet or 6.8%, in conformance with structural lot coverage limitations. F. Total lot coverage of structures and paved areas shall not exceed 14,011 square feet or 12.1%, in conformance with lot coverage limitations. G. The disturbed area of the lot shall not exceed 26,000 square feet or 22.4%, Reso. 2008- I4 3 6 Saddleback Rd. including the proposed grading for the garage, in conformance with disturbed area limitations. H. Building pad coverage on the 14,663 square foot building pad (not in setbacks) shall not exceed 7,484 square feet or 51.0 %. I. The attached garage shall not exceed 2,000 square feet of floor area, and may not have more than 4-foot high storage area below the finished floor of the garage. No outside entryway and/or doorway shall be allowed to the storage area. No window shall be allowed in the storage area. J. The garage shall not be used as habitable space, and may not have kitchen facilities, but may have a sink and a workbench. Should the applicant wish to convert portion of the garage to habitable space, it shall be done with City's approval and appropriate building permits. In addition, at all times there shall exist a minimum of a two -car garage to serve the property. K. There shall be no garage doors at the back wall of the garage, and the area behind the garage shall not be developed with impervious surface. L. Grading for the project shall not exceed 170 cubic yards of cut soil and 1701 cubic yards of fill soil. Grading shall be balanced on site and shall preserve the existing landscaping to the greatest extent possible. M. The extension of the existing driveway to access the new garage shall be constructed with pervious material resembling landscape surface. There shall be landscaping added in areas between the garage doors to soften the appearance of the long structure. N. Landscaping shall include water efficient irrigation, to the maximum extent feasible, that incorporates a low gallonage irrigation system, utilizes automatic controllers, incorporates an irrigation design using "hydrozones," considers slope factors and climate conditions in design, and utilizes means to reduce water waste resulting from runoff and overspray. O. During construction, dust control measures shall be used to stabilize the soil from wind erosion and reduce dust and objectionable odors generated by construction activities in accordance with South Coast Air Quality Management District, Los Angeles County and local ordinances and engineering practices. P. During construction, conformance with the air quality management district requirements, storm water pollution prevention practices, county and local ordinances and engineering practices so that people or property are not exposed to undue vehicle trips, noise, dust, objectionable odors, landslides, mudflows, erosion, or land subsidence shall be required. Q. During construction, the Erosion Control Plan containing the elements set forth in the 2008 County of Los Angeles Uniform Building Code shall be followed Reso. 2008-14 4 6 Saddleback Rd. • • to minimize erosion and to protect slopes and channels to control storm water pollution as required by the County of Los Angeles. site. R. During and after construction, all parking shall take place on the project S. 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. T. The property owners shall be required to conform to the Regional Water Quality Control Board and County Health Department requirements for the installation and maintenance of septic tank facilities, if required U. The property owners shall be required to conform to the Regional Water Quality Control Board and County Public Works Department Best Management Practices (BMP's) related to solid waste and storm water pollution prevention. V. The project must be reviewed and approved by the Rolling Hills Community Association Architectural Review Committee prior to the issuance of any grading or building permits. W. Perimeter easements shall remain free and clear of any improvements including, but not be limited to, fences -including construction fences, grading (both cut and fill), landscaping, irrigation and drainage devices, play equipment, parked vehicles, building materials, debris and equipment, except if otherwise approved by the Rolling Hills Community Association. X. The working drawings submitted to the County Department of Building and Safety for plan check review shall conform to the development plan described in Condition D. Y. Prior to granting a final inspection utility lines to the garage and the residence shall be placed underground. Z. The City's and the Community Association's requirements related to outdoor lighting, roofing material and construction and all other requirements shall be complied with. AA. 50% of the demolition and construction materials must be recycled/diverted. Prior to granting a final inspection, verification shall be submitted to staff regarding how much material was recycled/diverted and where it was taken. AB. The applicants shall execute an Affidavit of Acceptance of all conditions of the Site Plan Review approval, pursuant to Section 17.46.065, or the approval shall not be effective. Reso. 2008-14 6 Saddleback Rd. 5 • • AC. Notwithstanding Sections 17.46.020 and 17.46.070 of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code, any modifications to the property, which would constitute additional structural development or grading, shall require the filing of a new application for approval by the Planning Commission. AD. All conditions, when applicable, of the Site Plan Review approval must be complied with prior to the issuance of a grading or building permit from the County of Los Angeles. AE. 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 PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 15th DAY OF JULY 2008. ATTEST: ficuvit ROGER SOMMER, CHAIRMAN MARILYN KERN, DEPUTY CITY CLERK Reso.2008-14 6 6 Saddleback Rd. • • STATE OF CALIFORNIA) COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES) §§ CITY OF ROLLING HILLS) I certify that the foregoing Resolution 2008-14 entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING A SITE PLAN REVIEW FOR GRADING AND CONSTRUCTION OF AN ATTACHED GARAGE AT AN EXISTING SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE IN ZONING CASE NO. 747 AT 6 SADDLEBACK ROAD, LOT 18-RH, (REITER). was approved and adopted at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission on July 15, 2008 by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners Henke, Smith, Witte and Chairman Sommer. NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: Commissioner DeRoy. and in compliance with the laws of California was posted at the following: Administrative Offices. v - 4/11n. t,u, DEPUTY CITY CLERK Reso. 2008- I4 7 6 Saddleback Rd.