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Planning Commission Meeting 04-19-2016MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS APRIL 19, 2016 CALL MEETING TO ORDER A regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Rolling Hills was called to order by Chairman Chelf at 6:32 p.m. on Tuesday, April 19, 2016 in the City Council Chamber, at City Hall, 2 Portuguese Bend Road, Rolling Hills, California. ROLL CALL Commissioners Present: Cardenas, Kirkpatrick, Smith and Chairman Chelf. Commissioners Absent: Commissioner Gray (excused). Others Present: Yolanta Schwartz, Planning Director. Natalie Karpeles, Assistant City Attorney. Wendy Starks, Associate Planner. Heidi Luce, City Clerk. Tony Inferrcra, Architect. Criss Gunderson, Architect. Andrea Brown, 73 Crest Road East. Tavisha Nicholson, Bolton Engineering. Carole Hoffman, 3 Hillside Lane. Gordon and Carmen Schaye, 58 Portuguese Bend Road. Jim and Lori Hynes, 23 Crest Road East (property owner) APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA Approved as presented. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON MINUTES AND ANY ITEM NOT ON THE AGENDA None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES March 15, 2016, Adjourned Regular Meeting of the Planning Commission Commissioner Cardenas moved that the Planning Commission approve the minutes of the adjourned regular meeting of the Planning Commission held on March 15, 2016. Commissioner Kirkpatrick seconded the motion, which carried without objection. March 15, 2016, Regular Meeting of the Planning Commission • Commissioner Kirkpatrick moved that the Planning Commission approve the minutes of the regular meeting -of the Planning Commission held on March 15, 2016. Commissioner Cardenas seconded the notion, which carried without objection. RESOLUTIONS RESOLUTION NO. 2016-09. A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING APPROVAL OF A SITE PLAN REVIEW TO CONSTRUCT AN ADDITION TO THE RESIDENCE, AND VARIANCES TO ENCROACH WITH A PORTION OF THE ADDITION UP TO 10 FEET INTO THE FRONT YARD SETBACK AND TO RETAIN A SHED IN SIDE SETBACK IN ZONING CASE NO. 898 AT 46 EASTFIELD DRIVE, (LOT 97-EF), ROLLING HILLS, CA (MILLER). THE PROJECT IS EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) PURSUANT TO SECTION 15301, CLASS 1 EXEMPTION GUIDELINES. Minutes Planning Commission Regular Meeting 04-19-16 CO 111 Chairman Chelf introduced the item and asked for staff's comments. Planning Director Schwartz briefly reviewed the applicant's request stating that at its last meeting, the Planning Commission directed staff to prepare a resolution granting approval of the request. She stated that the resolution included a condition that any further development be brought before the Planning Commission for review. Chairman Chelf called for public comment. Hearing none, he asked for comments from the Planning Commission. In response to Commissioner Smith, Planning Director Schwartz stated that she would be eligible to vote on this matter provided that she visited the site and listened to the audio recording of the previous meeting. Commissioner Smith confirmed that she did visit the site and listen to the audio recording. Commissioner Kirkpatrick moved that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 2016-09 granting approval of the applicant's request in Zoning Case No. 898 at 46 Eastfeld Drive. Commissioner Cardenas seconded the motion, which carried without objection. REQUEST FOR TIME EXTENSION AND RESOLUTION 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). Chairman Chelf introduced the item and asked for staff's comments. Planning Director Schwartz stated that the applicant is requesting a 12 -month time extension to complete construction of a garage at 6 Saddleback Road. She reviewed the history of this project stating that following several delays, the applicant recently submitted to the Building Dept. for building permits to complete the project. Chairman Chelf called for public comment. Hearing none, he asked for comments from the Planning Commission. Following brief discussion, Commissioner Smith moved that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 2016-10 granting a 12 -month time extension to complete construction of a garage at 6 Saddleback Road. Commissioner Kirkpatrick seconded the motion, which carried without objection. Commissioner Cardenas abstained because he was not a member of the Planning Commission when this matter was originally considered. ITEMS FROM STAFF Consideration of a report relative to multiple sanitary facilities in accessory structures. Chairman Chelf introduced the item and asked for staffs comments. Planning Director Schwarz stated that staff is requesting a determination from the Planning Commission regarding sanitary facilities in accessory structures including cabanas, pool houses, guest houses, detached garages and mixed -use structures, as to whether or not multiple sanitary facilities are allowed; or if free standing sanitary facilities are allowed, alone or in addition to another sanitary facility. She reviewed the current Zoning Code requirements regarding sanitary facilities in accessory structures stating that staff interprets the regulations to allow for only one sanitary facility, which consists of a sink, toilet and shower, in an accessory structure. She staled that if the Planning Commission determines that multiple sanitary facilities are allowed, staff would need to prepare a Zoning Code amendment to reflect that intent. Discussion ensued concerning situations where a second sanitary facility may be necessary and whether the Code should be specific or allow for flexibility. Chairman Chelf called for public comment. Tony Inlet-rera, Architect addressed the Planning Commission in support of allowing multiple sanitary facilities in accessory structures and providing examples where a second sanitary facility may be necessary. Hearing no further comment, Chairman Chelf asked for comments from the Planning Commission. Commissioner Smith commented that she agrees with staff's interpretation that "a" sanitary facility means only one. Commissioner Cardenas concurred. Commissioner Kirkpatrick commented that he believes there should be flexibility to allow for more than one sanitary facility. Discussion ensued concerning mixed -use structures and situations were a second sanitary facility may be warranted. Minutes Planning Commission Regular Meeting 04-19-16 Chairman Chelf commented that since accessory structures are limited to 800 sq. fl. in size, there isn't a need for a second sanitary facility and he also concurs with staff's interpretation. Further discussion ensued concerning mixed -use structures. In response to Chairman Chelf, Planning Director Schwartz stated that per the existing code, each use in a mixed -use structure could have a sanitary facility. Following further discussion, the Planning Commission received and filed the report, thus supporting staffs interpretation that only one sanitary facility is allowed in an accessory structure. PUBLIC HEARINGS ON ITEMS CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS MEETING ZONING CASE NO. 895. THE APPLICANT IS REQUESTING CONTINUANCE TO A FIELD VISIT ON MAY 17, 2016 AT 10 BOWIE ROAD, (LOT 4-CRA), ROLLING HILLS, CA (PANG JUl YIU). Planning Director Schwartz stated that at the request of the applicant, this matter will be continued to a date to be selected during the scheduling of field trips later on this agenda. Consideration of this item was continued to an adjourned regular meeting of the Planning Commission scheduled to be held on Tuesday, May 17, 2016 beginning at approximately 7:30 a.m. for the purpose of conducting a site visit to 10 Bowie Road and several other addresses. ZONING CASE NO. 900. Request for Variances for the construction of a swimming pool, pool equipment area, and attached trellis which would encroach into the rear yard setback and to exceed the maximum permitted total coverage of the lot in Zoning Case No. 900 at 71 Crest Road East, (Lot 69 E-1 MS), Rolling Hills, CA (Brazy & Luchini). The project has been determined to be categorically exempt (Class 3) pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, Section 15303. Chairman Chelf recused himself from consideration of this case due to the proximity of his property to the subject property, turned the gavel over to Commissioner Smith and left the dais. Commissioner Smith introduced the item and asked for staff's comments. Planning Director Schwartz reviewed the applicant's request and stated that the Planning Commission visited the site earlier in the day. She further reviewed the lot configuration stating that the property is a flag lot and constrained by easements and driveways that serve the property below. She stated that the applicant is requesting a Variance to locate a 375 sq. ft. pool and 288 sq. ft. trellis entirely in the rear yard setback between 24' and 35' from the rear property line. Shc stated that the applicant is also requesting a Variance to exceed the maximum permitted total lot coverage with coverage proposed at 35.7% where the maximum is 35%. She stated that all of the other development standards are within the requirements. She stated that earlier today, a neighbor expressed concern regarding how the proposed pool will be screened and about staging of construction equipment and parking. She further stated that if the Planning Commission wishes to address the screening issue, a landscaping plan showing screening could be required, prior to adoption of a resolution. Commissioner Smith called for public comment. Criss Gunderson, Architect addressed the Planning Commission to further explain the applicant's request and to reiterate the constraints this lot faces which justify the variances being requested. In response to Commissioner Cardenas, Mr. Gunderson explained that moving the pool and cabana in a westerly direction would render them unusable because of the layout of the existing house and would put them closer to Mrs. Brown's residence. Andrea Brown, 73 Crest Road East addressed the Planning Commission to express concern regarding the geology and landscaping. She stated that if the hill is cleared it will destroy their privacy. She expressed her appreciation that the pool equipment was moved to address her concerns. In response to Commissioner Smith, regarding moving the pool in a westerly direction, Ms. Brown stated that it might not be a good location for the applicant because it is right next to the Brown's driveway. She stated that she doesn't object to the project as long as they keep the landscaping to screen the pool from her property. Hearing no further public comments, Commissioner Smith called for comments from the Planning Commission. Minutes Planning Commission Regular Meeting 04-19-16 Commissioner Kirkpatrick stated that he is okay with the location because it makes sense from a noise standpoint and it makes the house more functional. He suggested that a condition be included that a landscaping plan be provided to address Mrs. Brown's concern regarding the landscaping. Commissioner Cardenas stated that he also concurs that having the pool/entertaining arca makes sense given that it is not encroaching on the neighbors because it is on a hillside. Commissioner Smith stated that she also suggests that a landscaping plan be submitted to address Mrs. Brown's concerns. Commissioner Cardenas moved that the Planning Commission direct staff to prepare a Resolution granting approval of the applicant's request in Zoning Case No. 900 at 71 Crest Road East with the standard findings of fact and conditions of approval plus a condition that the applicant submit a landscaping plan to screen the pool. Commissioner Kirkpatrick seconded the motion, which carried without objection. Chairman Chelf returned to the dais. ZONING CASE NO. 897 -REVISED. Request for a Site Plan Review, Conditional Use Permit and Variances for grading for a new building pad, for walls over 3 feet in height, and which will not average out to 2.5' in height, a pool, trellis, construction of an 800 square foot recreation room and to locate the structures in the front yard of the lot and to exceed the maximum permitted disturbance of the lot. Also proposed is an 800 square foot addition to the residence and widening of the driveway in Zoning Case No. 897 at 2 Hillside Lane. (Lot 60-RH), Rolling Hills, CA. (Elkin). The project has been determined to be exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, Section 15303. Chairman Chelf introduced the item and asked for staffs comments. Planning Director Schwartz reviewed the applicant's request and stated that the Planning Commission also visited the site earlier in the day. She reviewed the lot configuration and stated that the applicant is proposing to construct a 705 sq. ft. recreation room and 600 sq. ft. swimming pool with 72 sq. ft. spa in the front yard area of the lot which requires both a variance and conditional use permit. She stated that thc applicant also proposes to legalize an existing two-story structure that was constructed and permitted for use as a stable, but since was converted to a guesthouse, to be used as a stable again. She stated that the applicant also proposes to widen the existing driveway to 16 ft. and just submitted a revised plan to move the driveway so that the existing hedge can be retained. She stated that the grading will be balanced on site and the development standards with the exception of the disturbance are within the requirement of the Zoning Code with structural lot coverage proposed at 10.4% and total lot coverage proposed at 31%. In response to Commissioner Smith, the applicant's representative stated that the driveway is being widened as requirement from the Fire Department. Ms. Schwartz stated that there were concerns expressed regarding parking in the area during construction and the Planning Commission may wish to include a condition to address this issue. Chairman Chelf called for public comment. t Tavisha Nicholson, Bolton Engineering addressed the Planning Commission to further explain the changes that were made to address the concerns raised at the last meeting. In response to Chairman Chelf regarding the slope on the side of the pool, Ms. Nicholson stated that thc slope is currently 2:1 and there would be no advantage to changing it to 3:1 — doing so would only increase the grading and disturbance. Carole Hoffman, 3 Hillside Lane addressed the Planning Commission stating that she thinks thc plan is improved from what was originally submitted. She expressed her hope that the stable will be able to accommodate horse keeping and expressed concern regarding construction traffic and parking. In response to Chairman Chelf, Ms. Hoffman explained her perspective on what constitutes appropriate horse keeping facilities. Hearing no further public comments, Chairman Chelf called for comments from the Planning Commission. Commissioner Kirkpatrick commented that in general, he is okay with the project as currently proposed. Minutes ' Planning Commission Regular Meeting 04-19-16' Commissioner Smith commented that she is concerned about the access to the stable and it's ability to be used as a stable but she appreciates the changes that were made and believe they were an appropriate adjustment. Commissioner Cardenas commented that the changes that were made since the last meeting made for an improved project and addressed the concems raised. He expressed concern regarding the stable including delivery access to the stable and suggested that the trellis be removed to improve access. Chairman Chelf expressed appreciation to the applicant for making the revisions and stated that he believes it makes for a better project. Following brief discussion and an indication from the applicant that the trellis would be removed, Commissioner Kirkpatrick moved that the Planning Commission direct staff to prepare a Resolution granting approval of the applicant's request in Zoning Case No. 897 -REVISED at 2 Hillside Lanc with the standard findings of fact and conditions of approval plus condition that construction parking be on the construction site or in the roadway easement on the south side of Hillside Lane only and if there is damage to the easement on the north side of Hillside Lane that it be repaired by the applicant. Commissioner Smith seconded the motion, which carried without objection. The applicant was asked to submit a revised plan showing the driveway moved to the cast, the trellis removed; and submit a landscaping plan to show screening of the pool NEW PUBLIC HEARINGS ZONING CASE NO. 901. Request for a Site Plan Review for the construction of a new 5,975 square foot residence, with 5,000 square foot basement, 1,155 square feet detached garages, 1,360 square feet covered porches, including for guest house and stable, 1,152 square foot swimming pool, spa, entryway, retaining walls, driveway and outdoor kitchen and grading for a total of 46,090 cubic yards of dirt, which includes over -excavation and re -compaction; a Conditional Use Permit to construct an 800 square foot guest house, the detached garages, 7,000 square foot tennis court and 1,810 square foot stable with 611 square foot loft; and Variances to locate the tennis court in the front yard area of the lot, to exceed the maximum permitted grading quantities for the -tennis court, to exceed the maximum permitted average height of retaining walls and to exceed the maximum permitted disturbed area of the lot in Zoning Case No. 901, at 5 Pine Tree Lane, (Lot 94-RH), Rolling Hills, CA. (Shamg). The project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15303, Class 3 exemption Guidelines. • Chairman Chelf introduced the item and asked for staff's comments. Planning Director Schwartz stated that a letter was received from Mr. Podell (3 Pine Tree Lane) and has been placed on the dais expressing concern regarding the shared driveway and parking of construction vehicles. She stated that the lot, which is 5 acres in size was previously approved for subdivision but the lot was not subdivided and the approval has since expired. She reviewed the lot configuration and easements stating that the applicant is proposing a new residence, with a basement, detached garages and other amenities including a guesthouse, swimming pool, stable and corral. She further reviewed the applicant's request for a tennis court, which is proposed to be located in the front yard area of the lot. She reviewed the grading and disturbance stating that the applicant is requesting a Variance for disturbance proposed at 45.2%. She further reviewed the proposed walls, new driveway and stable access. She stated that the grading is proposed at 12,745 cu. yds. of cut and 12,745 cu. yds. of fill with 10,300 cu. yds. of over excavation and recompaction. She further reviewed the tennis court requirements and the variances being requested as well as the proposed guesthouse. She stated that the applicant is proposing one bathroom on the interior of the guesthouse and one bathroom on the exterior of the guesthouse. She reviewed the stable configuration stating that the proposed stable meets the Zoning Code requirements for stable use. She stated the building pad is proposed at 44,100 sq. fl. with coverage at 38.6% including the tennis court and entire development. She stated that structural lot coverage is proposed at 10.7% and total lot coverage is proposed at 20.8%. Discussion ensued conceming the location and access to the stable. Tavisha Nicholson, Bolton Engineering addressed the Planning Commission to further explain the applicant's request stating that the tennis court was located in the front yard to make the best use of the lot. Minutes Planning Commission Regular Meeting 04-19-16 Discussion ensued concerning the location of the tennis court and the variance being requested. The Planning Commission expressed concern regarding the location of the tennis court, the driveway configuration and the crowding on the building pad. Following staff's presentation, public testimony and discussion, the members of the Planning Commission asked the applicant to submit revised plans to address the Planning Commission's concerns regarding the project. The public hearing was continued. ZONING CASE NO. 902. Request for a Site Plan Review for the construction of a new 11,500 square foot residence, with 11,500 square foot basement, 1,540 square feet garages, 2,555 square feet covered porches, 900 square foot swimming pool and spa, trellises, driveway and an outdoor kitchen and grading for a total of 64,020 cubic yards of dirt, which includes over - excavation and re -compaction; Conditional Use Permits to construct an 800 square foot guest house, 770 square foot detached garage and 7,150 square foot tennis court; Variances to locate the guest house partially in the front yard area of the lot, to exceed thc maximum permitted grading quantities and area of grading for the tennis court and to exceed the maximum permitted coverage of the front setback with the proposed driveway in Zoning Case No. 902, at 23 Crest Road East, (Lot I32A-MS), Rolling Hills, CA (Hynes). The project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15303, Class 3 exemption Guidelines. Chairman Chelf introduced the item and asked for staffs comments. Planning Director Schwartz stated that a rendering of the proposed project has been placed on the dais and a larger version is shown on the wall. She stated that the property is currently a vacant lot, which is 7 acres gross (6 acres net) in size and was recently presented for consideration of subdivision, which was approved by the Planning Commission; but the applicant ultimately withdrew the application during the City Council's consideration of the request. She reviewed the applicant's current request for a single-family home on the property. She stated that the applicant proposes a 1,000 sq. ft. set -aside area for a future stable and corral and a 400 sq. ft. trellis near the tennis court. She reviewed the grading, which is proposed at 12,510 cu. yds of cut and 12,510 cu. yds of 1111 with 19,000 cu. yds. of over excavation and recompaction. She further reviewed thc variances being requested which includes the grading for the tennis court. She further reviewed the proposed guesthouse noting that the applicant is proposing two interior bathrooms. She reviewed the grading and drainage stating that the applicant is proposing a 500 sq. ft. biofiltration unit where the water will be filtered by the unit and dissipate into a dissipater. She further reviewed the proposed walls and building pads including the structural and total lot coverage. In response to Chairman Chelf, Planning Director Schwartz further explained the biofiltration system stating that as a requirement of State code, most of the water on the lot has to be retained and filtrated; and a biofiltration system meets the requirement for filtration. Further discussion ensued concerning the drainage. Chairman Chelf called for public comment. Tavisha Nicholson, Bolton Engineering addressed the Planning Commission to further explain the applicant's request and the biofiltration system. She stated that the project was designed in such a way to take advantage of the view. In response to Chairman Chelf, Ms. Nicholson further explained the drainage plan. Discussion ensued concerning the drainage plan and other options for drainage. Ms. Nicholson stated that she would provide more information regarding the drainage system for the next meeting. Further discussion ensued concerning the driveway as well as the soils and geology reports. Concern was expressed regarding the location of the guesthouse. Gordon Schaye, 58 Portuguese Bend Road addressed the Planning Commission to express concern regarding the size of the proposed house and basement, the hydrology and the soil stability in the area. Carmen Schaye, 58 Portuguese Bend Road addressed the Planning Commission to express concern regarding the soil stability and the size of the house and basement. Jim Hynes, 23 Crest Road East (property owner) addressed the Planning Commission to further explain their request and the hydrology stating that the hydrology studies were done during the subdivision application process and the runoff is the same. Lori Hynes, 23 Crest Road East (property owner) addressed the Planning Commission to further explain that the hydrology studies have been done and the runoff will be the same. Minutes Planning Commission Regular Meeting 04-19-16 Further discussion ensued concerning the geology and hydrology. Planning Director Schwartz stated that the building department will review the hydrology, soils and geology reports prior to construction. The Planning Commission asked that the County Building Department be available to answer questions regarding the hydrology, soils and geology review process. Following staff's presentation and public testimony, the members of the Planning Commission determined that a site visit should be scheduled to provide the members of the Planning Commission with further understanding of the applicant's request in Zoning Case No. 902 at 23 Crest Road East. The public hearing was continued. SCHEDULE OF FIELD TRIPS The Planning Commission scheduled a field trip to the following properties to be conducted on Tuesday, May 17, 2016 beginning at 7:30 a.m. 37 Chuckwagon 23 Crest Road East 5 Pine Tree Lane 10 Bowie Road ITEMS FROM THE PLANNING COMMISSION Commissioner Smith expressed concern regarding traffic and parking issues that arise during construction projects and questioned if there is anything that can be done. City Manager Cruz stated that he could look into the matter. ITEMS FROM STAFF Planning Director Schwartz stated that at recent City Council meeting the Mayor suggested setting up a Joint Meeting between the Planning Commission and City Council and asked the Planning Commission to let staff know if they have any suggestions for topics. Brief discussion ensued concerning possible topics. Planning Director Schwarz also reported that the City Council will be holding a public forum regarding trees and views to address some of the issues related to Measure B in order to get input from residents. ADJOURNMENT Hearing no further business before the Commission, Chairman Chelf adjourned the meeting at 9:15 p.m. to an adjourned regular meeting of the Planning Commission scheduled to be held on Tuesday, May 17, 2016 beginning at 7:30 a.m. for the purpose of conducting field trips to 37 Chuckwagon Road, 23 Crest Road East, 5 Pine Tree Lane and 10 Bowie Road. The next regular meeting of the Planning Commission is scheduled to be held on Tuesday, May 17, 2016 beginning at 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Chamber, Rolling Hills City Hall, 2 Portuguese Bend Road, Rolling Hills, California. Respectfully submitted, cite Heidi Luce City Clerk Approved, B d airman Minutes Planning Commission Regular Meeting 04-19-16 CITY OF ROLLING HILLS PROOF OF SERVICE BY MAIL AND POSTING STATE OF CALIFORNIA ss COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES 1 am a citizen of the United States. I am over the age of eighteen years and not a party to the within proceeding; my business address is 2 Portuguese Bend Road, Rolling Hills, California. On the 15ih day of April, 2016, I serve the within Planning Commission Meeting Agenda Regular Meeting - 04/19/2016 a copy of which is annexed hereto and made a part hereof, on the person, or persons, named below by placing a true copy thereof enclosed in a sealed envelope with postage thereon fully prepaid, in the United States mail at Rolling Hills, California addressed as follows: Emailed MAILED DROPBOX DELIVERED Assistant City Manager RH ListSery NONE City Attorney Planning Commission Also posted at City Hall and at www.Rolling-Hills.org I certify (or declare) under penalty of perjury, that the foregoing is true and correct. Executed on the 15ih day of April, 2016 at Rolling Hills, California. Ewa Nikodem Administrative Assistant 4/19/16 PC Meeting Notification List Z.C. & address NAME 898 - 46 Eastfield Drive Miller 'Tony (nferrera 877 - 6 Saddleback Road Terry Reiter email: 1TonyInferrera@yahoo.com 895-10 Bowie Road - Criss Gunderson crissgunderson2024@gmail.com when considered notify Lay.and Pickarand + call 6 Bowie 900 - 71 Crest Road East Brazy Criss Gunderson Andrea Brown 73 Crest Road East crissgunderson2024@gmail.com 897R - 2 Hillside Lane Sarah Elkin 115 Bayview Drive, Manhattan Beach CA 90266 Brent Coert @ The Workshop Group ! brent@theworkshop-la.com iTavisha Nicholson tnicholson@boltonengineering.com Hoffman 3 Hillside Lane Lesser 4 Hillside Lane 901- 5 Pine Tree Lane Sharang `Tavisha Nicholson 902- 23 Crest Road East Hynes Jim Tavisha Hanne Gordon John Charile Carmen Charlie Ron John John Craig Hynes [Richolson Ekberg Schaye Mackenbach Raine Schaye Raine Dragoo_RPV RonD@rpvca.gov Schoenfeld jalexanderco@earthlink.net Schoenfeld john@ialexanderco.com Ekberg craigte@msn.com via email only 25 Caballeros Road tnicholson@boltonengineering.com tnicholson@boltonengineering.com hannege@msn.com gordonschaye@cox.net johnfmac@cox.net Charlie.rainel0@gmail.com carmenschaye@cox.net Charlie@RuthandRaine.com Public:Planning Commission: 2016 PC Agenda Packets PDF:04/19/16:Notification List.xlsx ! .. 4/19/16 PC Meeting Notification List Z.C. & address NAME email: 898 - 46 Eastfield Drive Miller 46 Eastfield Drive tTonyInferrera ITonylnferrera@yahoo.com 877 - 6 Saddleback Road Terry Reiter 895-10 Bowie Road - Criss Gunderson crissgunderson2024@gmail.com [when considered notify Lay and Pickarand + call 6 Bowie 900 - 71 Crest Road East Brazy Criss Gunderson crissgunderson2024@gmail.com Andrea Brown 73 Crest Road East 897R - 2 Hillside Lane Sarah Elkin 115 Bayview Drive, Manhattan Beach CA 90266 Brent Coert @ The Workshop Group I brent@theworkshop-la.com 1Tavisha Nicholson Itnicholson@boltonengineering.com Hoffman 3 Hillside Lane Lesser 4 Hillside Lane 901- 5 Pine Tree Lane Sharang 25 Caballeros Road Tavisha Nicholson 902- 23 Crest Road East Hynes Jim Tavisha Hanne Gordon John Charile Carmen Charlie Ron John John Craig via email only Hynes Nicholson I tnicholson@boltonengineering.com Ekberg Schaye Mackenbach Raine Schaye Raine Dragoo_RPV Schoenfeld Schoenfeld Ekberg 1 20252 Bancroft Circle, Huntington Beach 92646 tnicholson@boltonengineering.com hannege@msn.com gordonschaye@cox.net johnfmac@cox.net Charlie.rainel0@gmail.com carmenschaye@cox.net Charlie@RuthandRaine.com RonD@rpvca.gov jalexanderco@earthlink.net john@jalexanderco.com craigte@msn.com Public:Planning Commission: 2016 PC Agenda Packets PDF:04/19/16:Notification List.xlsx INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957 NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD ROLLING HILLS, CA 90274 (310) 377-1521 FAX (310) 377-7288 REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION CITY OF ROLLING HILLS 6:30 PM TUESDAY, APRIL 19, 2016 ROLLING HILLS CITY HALL 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD, ROLLING HILLS, CA 90274 1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL 3. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA 4. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON MINUTES AND ANY ITEM NOT ON THE AGENDA 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. March 15, 2016, Adjourned Regular Meeting of the Planning Commission B. March 15, 2016, Regular Meeting of the Planning Commission 6. RESOLUTIONS A. RESOLUTION NO. 2016-09. A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING APPROVAL OF A SITE PLAN REVIEW TO CONSTRUCT AN ADDITION TO THE RESIDENCE, AND VARIANCES TO ENCROACH WITH A PORTION OF THE ADDITION UP TO 10 FEET INTO THE FRONT YARD SETBACK AND TO RETAIN A SHED IN SIDE SETBACK IN ZONING CASE NO. 898 AT 46 EASTFIELD, (LOT 97-EF), ROLLING HILLS, CA (MILLER). THE PROJECT IS EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) PURSUANT TO SECTION 15301, CLASS 1 EXEMPTION GUIDELINES. B. REQUEST FOR TIME EXTENSION AND RESOLUTION NO. 2016-10. A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS -1- GRANTING A TIME EXTENSION TO COMPLETE CONSTRUCTION OF A GARAGE AT 6 SADDLEBACK ROAD, LOT 18-RH, (REITER). 7. ITEMS FROM STAFF A. Consideration of a report relative to multiple sanitary facilities in accessory structures. 8. PUBLIC HEARINGS ON ITEMS CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS MEETING A. ZONING CASE NO. 895. THE APPLICANT IS REQUESTING CONTINUANCE TO A FIELD VISIT ON MAY 17, 2016 AT 10 BOWIE ROAD, (LOT 4-CRA), ROLLING HILLS, CA (PANG JUI YIU). B. ZONING CASE NO. 900. Request for Variances for the construction of a swimming pool, pool equipment area, and attached trellis which would encroach into the rear yard setback and to exceed the maximum permitted total coverage of the lot in Zoning Case No. 900 at 71 Crest Road East, (Lot 69 E-1 MS), Rolling Hills, CA (Brazy & Luchini). The project has been determined to be categorically exempt (Class 3) pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, Section 15303. C. ZONING CASE NO. 897 -REVISED. Request for a Site Plan Review, Conditional Use Permit and Variances for grading for a new building pad, for walls over 3 feet in height, and which will not average out to 2.5' in height, a pool, trellis, construction of an 800 square foot recreation room and to locate the structures in the front yard of the lot and to exceed the maximum permitted disturbance of the lot. Also proposed is an 800 square foot addition to the residence and widening of the driveway in Zoning Case No. 897 at 2 Hillside Lane, (Lot 60-RH), Rolling Hills, CA. (Elkin). The project has been determined to be exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, Section 15303. 9. NEW PUBLIC HEARINGS A. ZONING CASE NO. 901. Request for a Site Plan Review for the construction of a new 5,975 square foot residence, with 5,000 square foot basement, 1,155 square feet detached garages, 1,360 square feet covered porches, including for guest house and stable, 1,152 square foot swimming pool, spa, entryway, retaining walls, driveway and outdoor kitchen and grading for a total of 46,090 cubic yards of dirt, which includes over -excavation and re -compaction; a Conditional Use Permit to construct an 800 square foot guest house, the detached garages, 7,000 square foot tennis court and 1,810 square foot stable with 611 square foot loft; and Variances to locate the tennis court in the front yard area of the lot, to exceed the maximum permitted grading quantities for the tennis court, to exceed the maximum permitted average height of retaining walls and to exceed the maximum permitted disturbed area of the lot in Zoning Case No. 901, at 5 Pine Tree Lane, (Lot 94-RH), Rolling Hills, CA. (Sharng). The project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15303, Class 3 exemption Guidelines. -2- B. ZONING CASE NO. 902. Request for a Site Plan Review for the construction of a new 11,500 square foot residence, with 11,500 square foot basement, 1,540 square feet garages, 2,555 square feet covered porches, 900 square foot swimming pool and spa, trellises, driveway and an outdoor kitchen and grading for a total of 64,020 cubic yards of dirt, which includes over -excavation and re -compaction; Conditional Use Permits to construct an 800 square foot guest house, 770 square foot detached garage and 7,150 square foot tennis court; Variances to locate the guest house partially in the front yard area of the lot, to exceed the maximum permitted grading quantities and area of grading for the tennis court and to exceed the maximum permitted coverage of the front setback with the proposed driveway in Zoning Case No. 902, at 23 Crest Road East, (Lot 132A -MS), Rolling Hills, CA (Hynes). The project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15303, Class 3 exemption Guidelines. 10. SCHEDULE OF FIELD TRIPS (May 17, 2016) 37 Chuckwagon 23 Crest Road East 5 Pine Tree Lane 11. ITEMS FROM THE PLANNING COMMISSION 12. ADJOURNMENT In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting due to your disability, please contact the City Clerk at (310) 377-1521 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting to enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility and accommodation for your review of this agenda and attendance at this meeting.. Documents pertaining to an agenda item received after the posting of the agenda are available for review in the City Clerk's office or at the meeting at which the item will be considered. -3- ie Agenda Item No: 5A Mtg. Date: 04-19-16 MINUTES OF AN ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MARCH 15, 2016 PRESENT: Chairman Chelf, Commissioners Cardenas, Gray, and Kirkpatrick Commissioner Smith was absent and excused Raymond Cruz, City Manager Yolanta Schwartz, Planning Director Wendy Starks, Associate Planner Leah Mirsch, resident Sarah Elkin, Property Owner Jack Smith, Caballeros President Tavisha Nicholson, Engineer Scott Martin, Landscape Designer FIELD TRIP Chairman Chelf called the meeting to order at 7:30 a.m. at 2 Hillside Lane. A. ZONING CASE NO. 897 -REVISED. Request for a Site Plan Review, Conditional Use Permit and Variances for grading for a new building pad, for walls over 3 feet in height, a pool, trellis, construction of an 800 square foot recreation room and to locate the pool, trellis and recreation room in the front yard area of the lot and to exceed the maximum permitted disturbance on the lot. Also proposed is an 800 square foot addition to the residence and widening of the driveway at 2 Hillside Lane, (Lot 60-RH), Rolling Hills, CA. (Elkin). The project has been determined to be exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, Section 15303. Planning Director Schwartz distributed to all present the two letters received from neighbors, and clarified that the Planning Department did not make any assurances about the fence between 2 and 4 Hillside and advised that fences are the purview of the RHCA. Director Schwartz reviewed the applicant's request for Site Plan Review, Conditional Use Permit, and Variance. Tavisha Nicholson pointed out the proposed new driveway, limits of grading, walls, pool, deck, recreation room, and the walkway around the recreation room. Commissioner Gray inquired if the recreation room would create an out -of -grade condition and Tavisha Nicholson advised it would not. Scott Martin discussed how the original design idea was to propose a flat roof on the recreation room which is not allowed in Rolling Hills, and the currently proposed recreation room height of 15.8 feet is too high, and that the design team and property owner desire to rework the recreation room to lower the profile and massing of the building, and will work with the RHCA on the ridgeline. He stated that they realize the reworked plan will create additional grading and disturbance. Discussion ensued and the decision was made to request a continuance to next month's meeting of the Planning Commission to allow the applicant time to rework the plan for the recreation room and pool; however, the 0 applicants' agents requested that the Planning Commission view the entire project and provide input. Tavisha Nicholson then pointed out the addition to the residence, the proposed stable access, the corral area, the stable, and the shed in the setback. Discussion ensued about the structures in the rear setback, and alternatives to the proposed stable access. The property owner and her representatives will explore providing stable access from Hillside Lane, or if access is feasible or allowed in the easement, and if the stable can be redesigned to be a workable stable for horses. Director Schwartz advised the upper level of the stable cannot have a bathtub and that the stable design must resemble a barn with doors and stalls that can accommodate a horse. There were questions about the structure as it was permitted as a tack room in the 1960's. Director Schwartz advised that the Code does not allow for a guest house and a recreation room/cabana on the same property and that the structure would either have to be converted into a workable stable on the first floor, tack room on the second, or be demolished and either build a new stable or set aside an area for a future stable elsewhere on the lot. Feasible stable access must be addressed in either case and the engineer stated that access from Hillside Lane will create additional grading and disturbance. Director Schwartz advised that the resubmittal must include a workable stable with a floor plan and elevations. Mr. Smith suggested they use one of the side storage rooms for hay storage. Tavisha Nicholson pointed out the proposed access for delivery to the stable along the driveway and advised a section would be removed and replaced with DG. Director Schwartz confirmed that if the tack room had been a single story an option would have been to keep it as a tack room where, pursuant to the Zoning Code, "passive recreation" activities are permitted and where the stable could be elsewhere on the lot. There being no further discussion, the public hearing was continued to the evening meeting of the Planning Commission at 6:30 PM. Respectfully Submitted, Yolanta Schwartz Date Planning Director Approved: Brad Chelf, Chairman Date DRAFT Agenda Item No. 5-13 Meeting Date: 04-19-16 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS MARCH 15, 2016 CALL MEETING TO ORDER A regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Rolling Hills was called to order by Chairman Chelf at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 15, 2016 in the City Council Chamber, at City Hall, 2 Portuguese Bend Road, Rolling Hills, California. ROLL CALL Commissioners Present: Commissioners Absent: Others Present: Cardenas, Gray, Kirkpatrick* and Chairman Chelf. 'Arrived ©6:53 pm Commissioner Smith (excused). Yolanta Schwartz, Planning Director. Raymond Cruz, City Manager. Natalie Karpeles, Assistant City Attomey. Wendy Starks, Associate Planner. Heidi Luce, City Clerk. Tavisha Nicholson, Bolton Engineering. Carole Hoffman, 3 Hillside Lane. Tony Inferrera, Architect. Robert Miller, 46 Eastfield Drive. Andy and Sarah Elkin, 2 Hillside Lane. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA Approved as presented. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON MINUTES AND ANY ITEM NOT ON THE AGENDA None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES February 16, 2016, Adjourned Regular Meeting of the Planning Commission Minutes Planning Commission Regular Meeting 03-15-16 DRAFT Commissioner Cardenas moved that the Planning Commission approve the minutes of the adjourned regular meeting of the Planning Commission held on February 16, 2016. Vice Chairman Gray seconded the motion, which carried without objection. February 16, 2016, Regular Meeting of the Planning Commission Vice Chairman Gray moved that the Planning Commission approve the minutes of the regular meeting of the Planning Commission held on February 16, 2016. Commissioner Cardenas seconded the motion, which carried without objection. RESOLUTIONS RESOLUTION NO. 2016-06. A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING APPROVAL OF A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT, SITE PLAN REVIEW AND VARIANCES FOR A NEW CABANA, GRADING, ABOVE GRADE DECK, RETAINING WALLS, POOL AND RELATED STRUCTURES AND FOR ENCROACHMENT WITH A PORTION OF THE RAISED DECK, WALLS, POOL EQUIPMENT AREA AND FIRE PLACE INTO THE REAR YARD SETBACK; TO RETAIN TWO EXISTING SHEDS, PORTION OF TRELLIS AND BARBEQUE IN THE REAR YARD SETBACK; TO EXCEED THE MAXIMUM PERMITTED DISTURBANCE AND TOTAL COVERAGE OF THE LOT AND TO SET ASIDE AN AREA FOR A FUTURE STABLE AND CORRAL IN THE FRONT YARD AREA OF THE LOT IN ZONING CASE NO. 893 AT 66 EASTFIELD DRIVE, (LOT 107-EF), (THOMAS). THE PROJECT HAS BEEN DETERMINED TO BE EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIROMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA). Chairman Chelf introduced the item and asked for staff's comments. Planning Director Schwartz reviewed the applicant's request and stated that at its last meeting, the Planning Commission directed staff to prepare a Resolution granting approval of the applicant's request. She stated that staff was further asked to check with the Rolling Hills Community Association with regard to the sheds located in the side yard setback and easement and it was found that the RHCA did approve the location of the sheds subject to a condition that they be removed from the easement when the current property owner sells the property. She further stated that the Resolution is presented for consideration with the standard conditions including conditions that the pool be fenced and the pool equipment area be screened. Chairman Chelf called for public comment. Tavisha Nicholson, Bolton Engineering addressed the Planning Commission on behalf of the applicant offering to answer any questions. Vice Chairman Gray expressed his appreciation to the applicant for modifying the request based on the concerns raised by the Planning Commission but expressed further concern regarding the location of the sheds stating that he does not believe that there are extenuating circumstances that justify granting a Variance. He expressed further concern generally regarding the number of Variances being granted. He stated that he will likely support the Resolution even though he has reservations. Chairman Chelf suggested making it a condition of approval that the sheds be removed upon sale of the property. Minutes Planning Commission Regular Meeting 03-15-16 DRAFT Chairman Chelf commented that the sheds could be moved elsewhere on the property to a location that would not require a Variance but they would be more visible. He stated that he feels the current location is the least offensive place to locate them. Commissioner Cardenas commented that the sheds are only a part of this project because they are existing non -compliant but he believes it is more a Rolling Hills Community Association issue. Following further discussion concerning the sheds, Commissioner Cardenas moved that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 2016-06 granting approval of the applicant's request in Zoning Case No. 893 at 66 Eastfield Drive as amended to include language that the sheds be removed upon sale of the property. Chairman Chelf seconded the motion, which carried without objection. (Commissioners Kirkpatrick and Smith absent) RESOLUTION NO. 2016-05. A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING APPROVAL FOR A SITE PLAN REVIEW FOR GRADING AND CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW RESIDENCE WITH TWO GARAGES, COVERED PORCHES, A SWIMMING POOL/SPA, KOI POND, KOI POND GAZEBO, VARIOUS HEIGHTS BUT NOT TO EXCEED 5' HIGH RETAINING WALLS AND OTHER MISCELLANEOUS ACCESSORY STRUCTURES; AND VARIANCE TO ENCROACH WITH A PORTION OF THE NEW RESIDENCE AND COVERED PORCHES INTO THE SIDE YARD SETBACK IN ZONING CASE NO. 894 AT 77 CREST ROAD EAST, (LOT 69 - AI -MS), (JANKOVICH). THE PROJECT HAS BEEN DETERMINED TO BE EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA). Chairman Chelf introduced the item and asked for staff's comments. Planning Director Schwartz reviewed the applicant's request and stated that at its last meeting, the Planning Commission directed staff to prepare a Resolution granting approval of the applicant's request. She stated that at its last meeting having visited the site and at the request of a neighboring property, the Planning Commission asked that the pool equipment be moved. She noted that the applicant's representative has presented a revised plan to show the pool equipment in an alternate location. She further stated that the Resolution is presented for consideration with the standard conditions also including conditions that the pool be fenced and the pool equipment area be screened. Chairman Chelf called for public comment. Tavisha Nicholson, Bolton Engineering addressed the Planning Commission to further explain the applicant's request and offering to answer any questions. Commissioner Cardenas commented that he is supportive of the project recognizing that the applicant has addressed the issue regarding the location of the pool equipment. Vice Chairman Gray concurred. Vice Chairman Gray moved that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 2016-05 granting approval of the applicant's request in Zoning Case No. 897 at 77 Crest Road East. Commissioner Cardenas seconded the motion, which carried without objection. (Commissioners Kirkpatrick and Smith absent) Minutes Planning Commission Regular Meeting 03-15-16 DRAFT RESOLUTION NO. 2016-07. A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS AUTHORIZING A LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT OF TWO LOTS AT 11 SADDLEBACK ROAD (APN: 7569-004-022) AND THE VACANT LOT SOUTH THEREOF (APN: 7569-004-023) TO CREATE ONE LOT IN ZONING CASE NO. 896-A, LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT NO. 2015-02, (WARREN). Chairman Chelf introduced the item and asked for staffs comments. Planning Director Schwartz stated that this item and the next item are both related to the project at 11 Saddleback Road where the Planning Commission previously directed staff to prepare a Resolution granting approval of the applicant's request. She stated that the second part of the application for a Site Plan Review, Conditional Use Permit and Variances is shown next on the agenda as a Public Hearing because the applicant has made revisions to the project. She stated that the first Resolution approving the Lot Line Adjustment merging the two lots is presented with the standard conditions. In response to Chairman Chelf, Planning Director Schwartz confirmed that the applicant would prefer that both items be considered simultaneously. Chairman Chelf then introduced the next item and asked for staffs comments. PUBLIC HEARINGS ON ITEMS CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS MEETING ZONING CASE NO. 896. Request for a Conditional Use Permit to construct a 13,860 square foot dressage arena, 2,415 square foot stable with a 625 square foot loft and 1,685 square foot corral; Site Plan Review for a 4,745 square foot residence, 659 square foot garage and ancillary structures, grading of 23,700 cubic yards cut and fill total, various walls, and swimming pool; and Variances to locate portions of the equestrian facilities in the front yard area of the lot and to exceed the maximum permitted lot disturbance at 11 Saddleback Road (Lots 48-RH 1 and 48- RH-2), (Warren). The project has been determined to be exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act, (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15303 (New construction of single family residence and accessory structures), and Section 15061(6)(3) (Common Sense Exemption) of the CEQA Guidelines. AND CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF APPROVAL RESOLUTION NO. 2016-08. A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING APPROVAL FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT, SITE PLAN REVIEW AND VARIANCES FOR GRADING AND CONSTRUCTION OF A DRESSAGE ARENA, STABLE WITH A LOFT AND CORRAL; A NEW RESIDENCE AND GARAGE, VARIOUS RETAINING WALLS, SWIMMING POOL AND RELATED PATIOS AND DECKS; TO LOCATE THE EQUESTRIAN FACILITIES IN THE FRONT YARD AREA OF THE LOT AND TO EXCEED THE MAXIMUM PERMITTED LOT DISTURBANCE IN ZONING CASE NO. 896 AT 11 SADDLEBACK ROAD, (WARREN). Planning Director Schwartz reviewed the applicant's revised request stating that since the changes were mostly minor in nature, staff prepared a Resolution based on the Planning Commission's previous direction, granting approval of the revised request for the Planning Commission's consideration. She reviewed the lot configuration of the combined lots as well as the proposed new residence and garage Minutes Planning Commission Regular Meeting 03-15-16 DRAFT including covered porches, a swimming pool and a stable. She stated that nothing has changed with regard to those structures but what has changed is the location and grading related to the proposed dressage arena. She noted that the dressage arena has been moved out of the setback and is proposed at 13,860 sq. ft. with dimensions 70 ft. by 198 ft. She stated that by moving the dressage arena back, out of the setback walls and a swale will be required. She further reviewed the disturbance, which is currently proposed at 83% noting that the majority of the disturbance is in the area of the arena. She noted that the grading also increased to 23,700 cu. yds. - 10,620 cu. yds. of cut and 10,620 cu. yds. of fill with the remainder of the grading being for over excavation and recompaction. Commissioner Kirkpatrick arrived and took his place at the dais. Planning Director Schwartz further reviewed the location of the access pathway from the stable to the arena noting that it has been moved further away from the pool area. She noted that the applicant also proposes to remove the concrete from the area around the stable and to create an access path off the existing driveway for vehicular and pedestrian access to the arena, which will be constructed of dirt or decomposed granite. Chairman Chelf called for public comment. Tavisha Nicholson, Bolton Engineering addressed the Planning Commission to further explain the revisions that have been made including the proposed arena and the need for the wall. Carole Hoffman, 3 Hillside Lane addressed the Planning Commission to suggest that the access pathway to the arena needs to be such that large vehicles can access the arena for maintenance purposes. Commissioner Kirkpatrick commented that he is supportive of the project given that the concerns raised previously have been addressed. Vice Chairman Gray expressed concern regarding the disturbance required to construct the arena. He reviewed the required finings stating that in his opinion, the project is not harmonious in scale and mass with the site, the natural terrain and surrounding residences given the extensive disturbance and the walls required to support the arena. He further stated that he feels there is too much grading and it changes the natural terrain of the lot; and this particular lot cannot accommodate that size of an arena given the walls necessary to retain it. Chairman Chelf commented that developing that area with a riding ring promotes equestrian use in the community and he is supportive of such uses. He commented that if the lot was left as a separate lot it could be developed with a house and other structures that would have more of an impact than the proposed arena. Commissioner Cardenas commented that he is also concerned about the additional grading but he is supportive of the changes that were made to move the access path away from the pool area and to move the arena further away from the house and accepts that the additional grading is necessary for those changes given that there are no structures being proposed on that portion of the lot. Minutes Planning Commission Regular Meeting 03-15-16 DRAFT Further discussion ensued concerning the proposed dressage arena. Vice Chairman Gray commented that with 88% disturbance and the amount of dirt being moved and the changing of the terrain doesn't justify the findings. Following further discussion, Commissioner Cardenas moved that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 2016-08 granting approval of the applicant's request in Zoning Case No. 896 at 11 Saddleback Road. Commissioner Kirkpatrick seconded the motion, which carried with Vice Chairman Gray opposed. Commissioner Cardenas moved that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 2016-07 granting approval of the applicant's request for a Lot Line Adjustment in Zoning Case No. 896-A at I1 Saddleback Road. Commissioner Kirkpatrick seconded the motion, which carried without objection. ZONING CASE NO. 895. THE APPLICANT REQUESTED CONTINUANCE OF THIS CASE TO THE APRIL 19, 2016 PLANNING COMMISSION FIELD TRIP MEETING. Request for a Site Plan Review to construct a new residence and Variances in Zoning Case No. 895, at 10 Bowie Road, (Lot 4-CRA), Rolling Hills, CA (Pang Jui Yiu). At the request of the applicant, consideration of this item was continued to an adjourned regular meeting of the Planning Commission scheduled to be held on Tuesday, April 19, 2016 beginning at approximately 8:00 a.m. for the purpose of conducting a site visit to 10 Bowie Road. ZONING CASE NO. 898. Request for a Site Plan Review to construct an 1,743 square foot addition, and Variances to encroach with 85 square feet of the addition 10 feet into the front yard setback, to retain a shed in side setback, and to exceed the maximum permitted disturbed area of the lot at 46 Eastfield, (Lot 97-EF), Rolling Hills, CA (Miller). The project is exempt from the Califomia Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15301, Class 1 exemption Guidelines. Chairman Chelf introduced the item and asked for staff's comments. Planning Director Schwartz reviewed the applicant's request in Zoning Case No. 898 at 46 Eastfield Drive stating that a photograph has been placed on the dais as further explanation regarding the addition. She further reviewed the changes that have been made to the project based on the concerns raised by the Planning Commission regarding the roofline at the last meeting noting that the ridgeline is now proposed only 1 ft. higher than the existing residence. She further stated that the applicant has also abandoned the request for the above grade deck resulting in the project having very little grading now. She stated that the current calculations show the house proposed at 3,986 sq. ft. but the applicant has indicated that they would like the house to be 4,000 sq. ft. so they will be adding the additional square footage to accomplish that objective. She further reviewed the other structures on the lot and the set -aside area for the a future stable and corral noting that the flat roof on the guest house will need to be changed to a pitched roof in order to be compliant. She further reviewed the coverages and grading. She noted that that applicant also proposes to retain an existing shed located partially in the setback. Chairman Chelf called for public comment. Minutes Planning Commission Regular Meeting 03-15-16 DRAFT Anthony Inferrera, Architect addressed the Planning Commission on behalf of the applicant to further explain the applicant's request and the changes that were made. Robert Miller, 46 Eastfield Drive (applicant) addressed the Planning Commission to further explain the history of their property and the reasons for their proposed changes. Hearing no further public comment, Chairman Chelf asked for comments from the Planning Commission. Brief discussion ensued concerning the pitch of roof on the pool house and the ridgeline of the roof on the house. Commissioner Cardenas commented that from his standpoint, the issues expressed previously regarding the addition and the ridgeline of the house have been addressed. Vice Chairman Gray expressed appreciation to the applicant for making the changes and stated that the massing of the addition is better than previously proposed. Commissioner Kirkpatrick concurred. Following brief discussion, Commissioner Cardenas moved that the Planning Commission direct staff to prepare a Resolution granting approval of the applicant's request in Zoning Case No. 898 at 46 Eastfield Drive with the standard findings of fact and conditions of approval. Commissioner Kirkpatrick seconded the motion, which carried without objection. ZONING CASE NO. 897 -REVISED. Request for a Site Plan Review, Conditional Use Permit and Variances for grading for a new building pad, for walls over 3 feet in height, a pool, trellis, construction of an 800 square foot recreation room and to locate the pool, trellis and recreation room in the front yard area of the lot and to exceed the maximum permitted disturbance on the lot. Also proposed is an 800 square foot addition to the residence and widening of the driveway at 2 Hillside Lane, (Lot 60-RH), Rolling Hills, CA. (Elkin). The project has been determined to be exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, Section 15303. Chairman Chelf introduced the item and asked for staff's comments. Planning Director Schwartz briefly reviewed the applicant's request and stated that at the field trip earlier in the day, the applicant's representative indicated that revised plans will be submitted to address the applicant's concerns regarding the project. Recognizing that the applicants and their representative were present and wishing to address the Planning Commission, Chairman Chelf called for public comments. Tavisha Nicholson addressed the Planning Commission to further explain the modifications that were discussed at the field trip to address the massing location. She asked for input from the Planning Commission with regard to the location of the recreation room and pool — specifically if the location as proposed in the front yard is acceptable. Carole Hoffman, 3 Hillside Lane addressed the Planning Commission stating that she submitted a letter expressing her concerns regarding the project. Minutes Planning Commission Regular Meeting 03-15-16 DRAFT In response to Commissioner Cardenas regarding the impact of moving or shifting the pool house on the disturbance, Ms. Nicholson stated that there may be some additional disturbance to retain the 3:1 slopes. Commissioner Cardenas commented that he is not opposed to the location of the pool and cabana but he would like to see the grading and disturbance kept to a minimum. He noted that he would be willing to consider additional disturbance to move the cabana out of sight from the neighbor's perspective. He further commented that the stable access issue does need to be addressed but he sees options available to address that issue. Vice Chairman Gray and Commissioner Kirkpatrick concurred. Chairman Chelf commented that he is supportive of moving the structure out of the view and suggested moving it down a step or two. Following brief discussion, consideration of this item was continued to the next regular meeting of the Planning Commission scheduled to be held on Tuesday, April 19, 2016 beginning at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber at Rolling Hills City Hall, 2 Portuguese Bend Road, Rolling Hills, California. NEW PUBLIC HEARINGS None. SCHEDULE OF FIELD TRIPS The Planning Commission scheduled a field trip to the following properties to be conducted on Tuesday, April 19, 2016 beginning at 7:30 a.m. 71 Crest Road E. (new case proposing a trellis in the setback) 10 Bowie Road ITEMS FROM THE PLANNING COMMISSION Vice Chairman Gray noted for the record that he will be unable to attend the April Planning Commission meeting. ITEMS FROM STAFF Planning Director Schwarz reported that the City Council, at its last meeting, adopted an amended version of the Administrative Regulations Interpreting Measure B and reviewed the adopted provisions. She further reported that the City Council received and filed the Planning Commission Resolutions approving the projects at 17 Middleridge Lane North and 3 Eastfield Drive. ADJOURNMENT Hearing no further business before the Commission, Chairman Chelf adjourned the meeting at 7:56 p.m. to an adjourned regular meeting of the Planning Commission scheduled to be held on Tuesday, April 19, 2016 beginning at 7:30 a.m. for the purpose of conducting field trips to 71 Crest Road East and 10 Bowie Road. The next regular meeting of the Planning Commission is scheduled to be held on Tuesday, Minutes Planning Commission Regular Meeting 03-15-16 DRAFT April 19, 2016 beginning at 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Chamber, Rolling Hills City Hall, 2 Portuguese Bend Road, Rolling Hills, California. Respectfully submitted, Heidi Luce City Clerk Approved, Brad Chelf Chairman Minutes Planning Commission Regular Meeting 03-15-16 INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957 NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD ROLLING HILLS, CA 90274 (310) 377-1521 FAX (310) 377-7288 Agenda Item No. 6A Mtg. Date: 04-19-16 TO: HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND MEMBERS OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION FROM: APPLICATION NO. SITE LOCATION: ZONING AND SIZE: APPLICANT: REPRESENTATIVE: DATE PUBLISHED: YOLANTA SCHWARTZ, PLANNING DIRECTOR WENDY STARKS, ASSOCIATE PLANNER ZONING CASE NO. 898 46 EASTFIELD DRIVE (LOT 97-EF) RA -S-1, 1.8 ACRES (EXCL. ROADWAY EASEMENT) MR AND MRS. ROBERT MILLER TONY INFERRERA, ARCHITECT JANUARY 7, 2016 AND FEBRUARY 4, 2016 REQUEST AND RECOMMENDATION 1. The applicants, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Miller, request a Site Plan Review and Variances to construct improvements on their property at 46 Eastfield Drive. The Site Plan Review is for the construction of a 1,757 square foot addition to the existing residence for a total of 4,000 square feet and grading of total of 700 cubic yards of dirt, of which 500 c.y. is for excavation and recompaction (250 c.y. each). The variances are requested for an 85 square foot portion of the proposed addition to encroach between 8- 10 feet into the front yard setback and to retain an existing wood shed in a side yard setback. 2. At the March 15, 2016 Planning Commission meeting, the Planning Commission directed staff to prepare a Resolution approving the project as presented during the Planning Commission meeting that modifies the roof line of the addition, which is proposed to be 12 inches higher than the existing residence. Previously proposed was a difference of 3' between the existing ridgeline and the proposed ridgeline. The south addition will be constructed below the existing eave projection. The northern addition has a minimum 5' walkway clearance, and the southern addition has at least a 6' walkway. The service yard has been relocated out of the easement and setback and is now adjacent to the existing garage. The shed will remain in the setback. ZC NO. 898 46 Eastfield. 3. It is recommended that the Planning Commission review and consider the attached Resolution No. 2016-09 for adoption. ZC No. 898 46 Eastfield Dr. RESOLUTION NO. 2016-09 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING APPROVAL OF A SITE PLAN REVIEW TO CONSTRUCT AN ADDITION AND GRADING; AND A VARIANCE TO ENCROACH INTO THE FRONT YARD SETBACK WITH A PORTION OF THE ADDITION AND TO RETAIN A SHED IN THE SIDE YARD SETBACK IN ZONING CASE NO. 898 AT 46 EASTFIELD, (LOT 97-EF) (MILLER). 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. Robert Miller with respect to real property located at 46 Eastfield, (Lot 97-EF), Rolling Hills, CA requesting a Site Plan Review for the construction of a 1,757 square foot addition to their existing residence for a total of 4,000 square feet, and grading of total of 700 cubic yards of dirt, of which 500 c.y. is for excavation and recompaction (250 c.y. each). The variances are requested for an 85 square foot portion of the proposed addition that encroaches between 8-10 feet into the front yard setback and to retain an existing wood shed in a side yard setback. Section 2. The Planning Commission conducted duly noticed public hearings to consider the application on January 19, 2016, February 16, 2016, and March 15, 2016 and in the field on February 16, 2016. The applicants were notified of the public hearings in writing by first class mail. Evidence was heard and presented from all persons interested in affecting said proposal and from members of the City staff and Planning Commission. having reviewed, analyzed, and studied said proposal. The property owner and his representative were in attendance at the public hearings. No neighbors reviewed the plans before the meetings or attended the meetings. Section 3. The property is zoned RAS-1 and the lot area excluding the roadway easement is 1.8 acres. For development purposes the net lot area of the lot is 65,880 square feet or 1.51 acres. The property is developed with a 2,243 square foot residence, 420 square foot garage, 465 square foot swimming pool, 680 square foot pool house, several trellises, sheds, and other amenities. One shed and the service yard are located in side setbacks and require a variance or must be removed. The pool equipment area is located in the side setback as well and it is considered legal -nonconforming. Section 4. The project has been determined to be categorically exempt pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) as a Class 1 exemption in that the project is an addition. Reso. 2016-09 46 Eastfield Drive Section 5. Section 17.46.020(3) requires a development plan to be submitted for Site Plan Review for an addition over 999 square feet, and for grading. With respect to the Site Plan Review application requesting approval of a 1,757 square foot addition, and associated grading 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. The project conforms to Zoning Code lot coverage requirements. The lot currently is nonconforming for disturbed area (maximum 40% of net lot area permitted). There is a total existing disturbed area of 26,600 square feet (40.4% of the net lot area), which is not proposed to change. The proposed project is located below Eastfield Drive and will be screened from the road by the drop in elevation and landscaping which minimizes the visual impact of the development. 13. The development plan substantially preserves the natural and undeveloped state of the lot by minimizing building coverage because the addition is located in a previously graded area and will not cause the lot to look overdeveloped. Significant portions of the lot will be left undeveloped so as to maintain open space on the property. The nature, condition, and development of adjacent uses, buildings, and structures and the topography of the lot have been considered, and the construction and maintenance of the proposed addition will not adversely affect or be materially detrimental to the adjacent uses, buildings, or structures because the proposed addition will be constructed on a portion of the lot which is already graded, will be below street view, is a sufficient distance from nearby residences so that the proposed structure will not impact the view or privacy of surrounding neighbors. C. The proposed development, as conditioned, is harmonious in scale and mass with the site, the natural terrain and surrounding residences. The proposed project is consistent with the scale of homes in the surrounding RA -S-1 similarly zoned neighborhood. The proposed project entails construction of an addition and will create a residence that is 4,000 square feet. The average residence size of the adjacent homes is 4,413 square feet, which is larger than the proposed project. D. The development plan generally follows natural contours of the site to the maximum extent practicable to accomplish groomed and usable areas of the lot, subject to concurrent approval of Variance pursuant to Section 6 of this resolution. Natural drainage courses will not be affected by the project. Minimal grading is proposed on previously graded areas and therefore existing drainage channels are not anticipated to be impacted. Reso. 2016-09 46 Eastfield Drive 20 E. The proposed development is sensitive and not detrimental to the convenience and safety of circulation for pedestrians and vehicles because no change is proposed to the existing driveway, which is in compliance with applicable requirements. F. The project conforms to the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act and is exempt. Section 6. Sections 17.38.010 through 17.38.050 of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code 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 prevent the owner from making use of a parcel or property to the same extent enjoyed by similar properties in the same vicinity. Sections 17.16.110 requires that every lot in the RAS-1 zone shall have a front setback of not less than 50 feet from the road easement line. The applicant is requesting a Variance to encroach with an 85 square foot portion of the addition into the front yard setback by 10 -feet, leaving a 40 -foot setback. Section 17.16.120A requires that every lot in the RAS-1 zone shall have a side setback not less than 20 feet from the side property line. A Variance is requested to retain an existing wood shed in the side setback. With respect to this request for Variance, the Planning Commission finds as follows: A. There are exceptional circumstances and conditions because the property was previously developed with a retaining wall in the front yard setback and the residence was pushed close to the front yard setback with a steep slope on the other side of the front of the lot. The addition will bring the residence more in line and more compatible with other residences in the vicinity with the additional square footage. While the lot is larger, the majority of it is sloped and unbuildable. By utilizing a portion of the lot for the addition that is already graded and flat, it allows for less overall disturbance of the lot. The front encroachment is very minor and is not visible from the street or other residence. The 100 square foot existing shed that encroaches in the side setback is small and unobtrusive. B. The Variance is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of a substantial property right possessed by other properties in the same vicinity and zone, but which is denied to the property in question. Strict application of the Zoning Ordinance would deprive the property owner of the rights and benefits enjoyed by similarly situated properties in the same zone, including the ability to enjoy a similar sized home due to physical constraints of the lot. The encroachment permits the use of the lot to the extent allowed for other properties in the vicinity. The front and side encroachments are very minor. C. The granting of the Variance would not be materially detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to the properties or improvements in such vicinity and zone in which the property is located. Development in the front Reso. 2016-09 3 46 Eastfield Drive setbacks is minimal. The area of addition would not impair views. The disturbance is not proposed to increase but is already above the maximum allowance. The structural lot coverage and the total impervious lot coverage are within the requirements of the City. D. In granting of the Variance the spirit and intent of the Zoning Ordinance will be observed in that the proposed addition will be orderly, attractive, attached to the residence, and will not affect the rural character of the community. The proposed addition will not encroach into potentially future equestrian uses on the property. A suitable stable and corral area exists on the site. E. The Variance request is consistent with the General Plan of the City of Rolling Hills because the proposed structures comply with the General Plan requirement of low profile, low -density residential development with sufficient open space between surrounding structures. While the total disturbed maximum is exceeded by a minor amount, it is legal non -conforming, and the structural lot coverage and the total impervious lot coverage are within the requirements of the City. Section 7. Based upon the foregoing findings in Sections 5 and 6, the Planning Conunission hereby approves the Site Plan Review, and Variance in Zoning Case No. 898 to construct a 1,757 square foot addition to the existing residence for a total of 4,000 square feet residence, grading of total of 700 cubic yards of dirt, to encroach with 85 square feet of the new addition into the front yard setback and to retain the 100 square foot shed in the side setback subject to the following conditions: A. The Site Plan and Variance approval shall expire within two years from the effective date of approval if construction pursuant to this approval has not commenced within that time period, as required by Sections 17.46.080 and 17.38.070(A) of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code, or the approval granted is otherwise extended pursuant to the requirements of those sections. B. It is declared and made a condition of the approval, that if any conditions thereof are violated, this approval shall be suspended and the privileges granted thereunder shall lapse; provided that the City has given the applicants 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 and Construction Ordinance, 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. Reso. 2016-09 4 46 Eastfield Drive D. The lot shall be developed and maintained in substantial conformance with the site plan on file dated March 9, 2016, except as otherwise provided in these conditions. E. The working drawings submitted to the Department of Building and Safety for plan check review must conform to the development plan approved with this application. A copy of the conditions of this Resolution shall be printed on plans approved when a building permit is issued and a copy of such approved plans, including conditions of approval, shall be available on the building site at all times. F. The licensed professional preparing construction plans for this project for Building Department review shall execute a Certificate affirming that the plans conform in all respects to this Resolution approving this project and including conformance with all of the conditions set forth therein and the City's Building Code and Zoning Ordinance. Further, the person obtaining a building permit for this project shall execute a Certificate of Construction stating that the project will be constructed according to this Resolution and any plans approved therewith. G. Notwithstanding Sections 17.46.020 and 17.46.070 of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code, any modifications to the property or this project, which would constitute additional grading, height or any structural development shall require the filing of a new application for approval by the Planning Commission. H. Grading for this project will entail 100 cubic yards cut, 100 cubic yards fill, plus over -excavation of 250 cubic yards and recompaction of 250 cubic yards, for a total of 700 cubic yards of dirt. The 100 c.y. of cut will be spread on the existing stable pad area, and shall not be exported. I. Structural lot coverage shall not exceed 7,401 square feet or 11.2% of the total net lot area of the lot, excluding the allowed deductions. The total lot coverage will be 13,418 square feet or 20.4% of the net lot area. The residential building pad (outside of setbacks) will not be increased and will remain at 9,950 square feet. The coverage on this pad is proposed at 60.4%, which includes all of the structures on this pad. With the allowed deductions the building pad coverage will be 5,206 square feet or 52.3%. This is an increase from 34.7% from the existing condition J. The disturbed area of the lot shall not exceed a total existing disturbed area of 26,600 square feet (40.4% of the net lot area), which is not proposed to change. Reso. 2016-09 46 Eastfield Drive K. The future set -aside area for the stable and corral area of 1,000 square feet, shall be retained on the property at all times. L. A minimum of four -foot level path and/or walkway, which does not have to be paved, shall be provided around the entire perimeter of the residence. M. In conjunction with an application for a building permit for this project, the applicant shall submit an application for a roof permit for the non - permitted roof on the pool house. A final inspection for the pool house roof by the Building Inspector must be granted prior to or in concurrence with a final inspection of this project. N. A drainage plan, as required by the Building Department shall be prepared and approved by City Staff prior to issuance of a construction permit. Such plan shall be subject to LA County Code requirements. O. The setback lines in the vicinity of the construction for this project shall remain staked throughout the construction. P. During construction, conformance with the air quality management district requirements, stormwater pollution prevention practices, county and local ordinances and engineering practices so that people or property are not exposed to undue vehicle trips, noise, dust, and objectionable odors shall be required. Q. During and after construction, all parking shall take place on the project site and, if necessary, any overflow parking shall take place within nearby unimproved roadway easements, but not to obstruct neighboring driveways. During construction, to maximum extend feasible, employees of the contractor shall car-pool into the City. R. 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. S. The property owners shall be required to conform with the Regional Water Quality Control Board and County Public Works Department Best Management Practices (BMP's) requirements related to solid waste, drainage and storm water management and comply with the City's Low Impact development Ordinance (LID), if applicable. Further the property owners shall be required to conform to the County Health Department requirements for a septic system, should changes to the existing system be required. Reso. 2016-09 6 P9 46 Eastfield Drive T. A minimum of 50% of the construction material spoils shall be recycled and diverted. The hauler shall provide the appropriate documentation to the City. U. The project must be reviewed and approved by the Rolling Hills Community Association (RHCA). Perimeter easements and trails, if any, shall remain free and clear of any improvements including, but not be limited to fences -including construction fences, any hardscape, driveways, landscaping, irrigation and drainage devices, except as otherwise approved by the RI-ICA. V. The contractor shall not use tools that could produce a spark, including for clearing and grubbing, during red flag warning conditions. Weather conditions can be found at: http:/ / www.wrh.noaa.gov/ lox/ main.php?suite=safety&page=hazard_definitio ns#FIRE. It is the sole responsibility of the property owner and/or his/her contractor to monitor the red flag warning conditions. Should a red flag warning be declared and if work is to be conducted on the property, the contractor shall have readily available fire distinguisher. W. All requirements of the Building and Construction Code, the Zoning Code, and of the zone in which the subject property is located must be complied with, including the Outdoor Lighting Ordinance. All utility lines to the residence shall be undergrounded pursuant to Section 17.27.030. X. Prior to finaling of the project an "as graded" and an "as built" plans and certifications shall be provided to the Planning Department and the Building Department to ascertain that the completed project is in compliance with the approved plans. In addition, any modifications made to the project during construction, shall be depicted on the "as built/as graded" plan. Y. Until the applicants execute an Affidavit of Acceptance of all conditions of this approval, the approvals shall not be effective. Such affidavit shall be recorded together with the resolution. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 19th DAY OF APRIL 2016. BRAD CHELF, CHAIRMAN ATTEST: HEIDI LUCE, CITY CLERK Reso. 2016-09 46 Eastfield Drive 7 0 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. STATE OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) §§ CITY OF ROLLING HILLS ) I certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 2016-09 entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING APPROVAL OF A SITE PLAN REVIEW TO CONSTRUCT AN ADDITION AND GRADING; AND VARIANCES TO ENCROACH INTO THE FRONT YARD SETBACK WITH A SMALL PORTION OF THE ADDITION, TO EXCEED THE MAXIMUM PERMITTED DISTURBED AREA OF THE LOT, AND TO RETAIN A SHED IN THE SIDE SETBACK IN ZONING CASE NO. 898 AT 46 EASTFIELD, (LOT 97-EF) (MILLER). was approved and adopted at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission on April 19, 2016 by the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: and in compliance with the laws of California was posted at the following: Administrative Offices. Reso. 2016-09 46 Eastfield Drive • INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957 NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD ROLLING HILLS, CA 90274 (310) 377-1521 ' FAX (310) 377-7288 Mtg. Date 4/19/16 Agenda Item: 6B TO: HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND MEMBERS OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION �,y� FROM: YOLANTASCHWARTZ, PLANNING DIRECTOR -0 SUBJECT: REQUEST FOR TIME EXTENSION - Request for an extension to. complete construction of a garage in Zoning Case No. 877 at 6 Saddleback Road, (Reiter). DATE: APRIL 19, 2016 BACKGROUND Attached is a request from Mr. Reiter requesting a 12 months time extension to complete the construction of a partially as built garage addition for a total of 2,300 square foot garage. After several years of requests by the applicant to construct a garage and then an addition to the garage, .which Mr. Reiter started constructing prior to obtaining approvals, the Planning Commission on April 22, 2015 granted the applicant an approval to complete the partially constructed garage addition. In May of 2015 the City Council took the project under their jurisdiction, and following a public hearing and a site visit, on July 22, 2015 deadlocked in their decision. Therefore, the decision of the Planning Commission approving the garage addition stayed. The Commission granted the applicant one year to complete the construction. However, due to the fact that the project was taken under jurisdiction by the City Council, the time line was moved to the time the City Council acted on the project. The project must therefore be completed in July 2016, unless an extension for good cause is granted. Although in his written request Mr. Reiter does not state the reasons for the extension, verbally he stated that he has been delayed by architects whom he asked to design the roof revision, as required by the City and the RHCA Architectural Committee, and by the RHCA Architectural Committee. RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that the Planning Commission consider the request and adopt Resolution No. 2016-10 granting the request to extend the time to complete the project. The resolution specifies one-year extension, or July 22, 2017. However, the Commission could select another date by which the project must be completed. /6 2cl�i� /7`//�r r J C f CcAi O/4_/ 771E (»/2 a 97A -,b C SA;P(-(gA)ck 2J C_oN l t,ceL9 U cc��%�l/a% axe 2c c APR 06 2016 City of Roiling Hills By --_ 2c/6" 2 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK RESOLUTION 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 APRIL 2016. BRAD CHELF, CHAIRMAN ATTEST: 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: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: and in compliance with the laws of California was posted at the following: Administrative Offices HEIDI LUCE CITY CLERK 6-9 814 aiRageaff INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957 NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD ROLLING HILLS, CA 90274 (310) 377-1521 FAX (310) 377-7288 Agenda Item: 7A Mtg. Date: 04-19-16 TO: HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND MEMBERS OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION FROM: YOLANTA SCHWARTZ, PLANNING DIRECTOR WENDY STARKS, ASSOCIATE PLANNER SUBJECT: CONSIDERATION OF A REPORT RELATIVE TO MULTIPLE SANITARY FACILITIES IN DETACHED STRUCTURES RECOMMENDATION It is requested that the Planning Commission determine the intent of Sections 17.16.200 and 17.16.210 of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code (RHMC) and determine whether these Sections allow for more than one "sanitary facility" in detached accessory structures (i.e., cabana, garage, guest house, mixed -use structures, etc.); determine if free standing sanitary facilities are allowed, alone or in addition to a sanitary facility (ies) in an accessory structure and provide direction to staff. ISSUE The Planning Department has recently received several applications proposing the installation of multiple sanitary facilities within a single accessory structure (i.e., more than one toilet in an 800 square foot guest house) as part of larger project submittals. Staff's interpretation that the RHMC allows for one sanitary facility within a detached accessory structure has presently been appealed. Furthermore, it has come to the attention of staff that future proposals requesting more than one sanitary facility in an accessory structure are forthcoming. Additionally, several years ago an application was submitted for a free standing structure to be solely utilized as bathrooms divided by gender in addition to a bathroom proposed in an 800 square foot recreation room which was to be in a different location on the property. That application was withdrawn, and no decision was made whether a free standing bathroom facility could be considered a "similar structure" to those accessory structures listed under Sections 17.16.200 and 17.16.210. Therefore, in order to forestall any impending controversy regarding this issue, staff is requesting the Planning Commission's interpretation of Sections 17.16.200 and 17.16.210 with regard to the number of permitted "sanitary facilities" within an accessory structure or free standing on the lot. STAFF INTERPRETATION 1. Pursuant to Section 1.04.030, "all words and phrases [of the RHMC] shall be construed according to the common and approved usage of the language..." Furthermore, while the RHMC provides that "the singular number includes the plural and the plural includes the singular," such grammatical interpretation shall not apply where it is apparent from the context that a different construction is intended, (emphasis added). 2. Chapter 17.16 governs the standards for development of single-family residential homes within the City's residential agricultural -suburban (RA -S) zone. Sections 17.16.020-17.16.040 contain an index of permitted uses within the RA -S zone. Section 17.16.030 specifically provides for the following permitted accessory uses: cabana, pool house, recreation room, storage room, hobby shop, guest house, detached garage and similar accessory structures. 3. Pursuant to Chapter 17.12: • "Cabana" means an accessory structure enclosed on not more than three sides which is generally associated with a swimming pool, whirlpool or similar facility and which is intended to be used as a clothes changing room • "Guest house" means living quarters within an accessory building for the sole use of persons employed on the premises or for use by relatives or guests of the occupants of the premises • "Hobby shop/Pool house/Recreation room" means a room used for personal entertainment or hobby purposes • Storage room shall mean an accessory structure used exclusively for storage of household, equestrian, garden and similar items 4. If the proposed accessory structure is 200 feet or less, it shall conform to the conditions set forth in Section 17.16.200 with an over-the-counter approval; if the proposed structure is greater than 200 feet, then the conditions of Section 17.16.210 shall apply with a CUP. 5. Section 17.16.200(L)(3) states, in pertinent part, that any cabana, pool house, recreation room, storage room, hobby shop, guest house, detached garage and similar accessory structure shall adhere to the following conditions, provided that only one structure shall be permitted on a property: "A sink and a toilet shall be permitted," (emphasis added). 6. Section 17.16.210(A) states, in pertinent part, that the following minimum conditions shall apply to the use and development of the following conditionally permitted uses: • Cabana, pool house or recreation room providing that the following conditions are met: a kitchenette and sanitary facility consisting of a shower, sink and toilet shall be permitted, (emphasis added). • Detached garage providing that the following conditions are met: a sink and toilet shall be permitted, (emphasis added). • • Guest house providing that the following conditions are met: a kitchenette and sanitary facility consisting of a shower, sink and toilet shall be permitted, (emphasis added). • A mixed use structure subject to the following conditions: If a portion of the structure is intended to be used as a garage, there shall be no sleeping quarters, occupancy, kitchen or kitchenette facilities, but a sanitary facility including a sink and toilet may be permitted, (emphasis added). • Storage room and hobby shop providing that the following conditions are met: a sink and toilet shall be permitted, (emphasis added). 7. Staff interprets the word "a" to mean one'; and the terms "consist of"2 and "including"3 to mean one of each named item. Therefore, a guesthouse under Section 17.16.210(A)(5)(c) is permitted to have one "sanitary facility" comprised of "a shower, sink and toilet." According to staff, this means that the structure may only include one of each of those three components (one shower, one sink and one toilet) regardless of its location either within or on the structure. Therefore, based upon this interpretation, a project proposing both a full interior bathroom as well as an outdoor shower would not be permitted pursuant to the language of the RHMC. 8. Staff interprets that a free standing bathroom facility would also not be permitted because it is neither a cabana, pool house, recreation room, storage room, hobby shop, guest house, or detached garage (as those terms are defined by Chapter 17.12), nor is it similar thereto. 9. Alternatively, should the Planning Commission determine that the intent of Sections 17.16.200 and 17.16.210 is to allow for more than one "sanitary facility" (or multiple toilets, sinks and showers), staff shall bring a Zoning Code amendment to that effect. "One designated a especially as the first in order or class" Merriam -Webster online dictionary (http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/a); "a single" Dictionary.com (http://www.dictionary.com/browse/ 2 "To be formed or made up of (specified things)" Merriam -Webster online dictionary (http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/consist'y,20o0; "to be made up or comprised" Dictionary.com (http: / / www.dictionary.com/ browse/ consist?s=t) 3 "To take in or comprise as a part or whole or group" Merriam -Webster online dictionary (http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/including); "to contain, as a whole does parts or any part or element" Dictionary.com (http://www.dicctry.com/browse/including?s=t) rt City 01lett., 4/h INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957 NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274 (310) 3771521 FAX: (310) 3777288 MEMORANDUM: DATE APRIL 19, 2016 TO: HONORABLE MEMBERS OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION FROM: YOLANTA SCHWARTZ, PLANNING DIRECTOR fib SUBJECT: AGENDA ITEM NO. 8A, ZONING CASE NO. 895 V Per the request of the applicants' representative, Criss Guderson, please continue Zoning Case No. 895, 10 Bowie Road to a field trip on May 17, 2016 or to another date specific to be scheduled later during the evening. Printed on Recycled Paper Tuesday, April 12, 2016 10:57:28 AM Pacific Daylight Time Subject: Re: 10 Bowie Date: Tuesday, April 12, 2016 10:35:55 AM Pacific Daylight Time From: Criss Gunderson <crissgunderson2024@gmail.com> To: Yolanta Schwartz <ys@cityofrh.net> CC: Jackng21@gmail.com <Jackng21@gmail.com> Dear Planning Commission , Mr. Yiu would like to continue the hearing process, starting with the field trip on May 17, 2016. Thanks, Criss Gunderson 'Tv 310-373-8077 2417 Sunnyside Ridge Rd Rancho Palos Verdes, Ca 90275 On Apr 12, 2016, at 10:13 AM, Yolanta Schwartz <ys@citvofrh.net> wrote: Please provide a written request by tomorrow to the Planning Commission to continue the hearing to a date specific, May 17, 2016 Field Trip. Email is fine. Yolanta Schwartz Planning Director City of Rolling Hills 2 Portuguese Bend Road, Rolling Hills, CA 90274 310 377-1521 F: 310-377-7288 This is a transmission from the City of Rolling Hills. 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RECE j v APR 12 2016 City of ROliing By 0 Page 1 of 1 MEMORANDUM TO RECUSE TO: Honorable Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission FROM: Heidi Luce, City Clerk SUBJECT: Zoning Case No. 900, 71 Crest Road East DATE: April 19, 2016 Due to the proximity of his property to the subject property, Chairman Chelf should recuse himself from consideration of Zoning Case No. 900 at 71 Crest Road East. He may however, take a seat in the audience and participate as a resident. INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957 NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD ROLLING HILLS, CA 90274 (310) 377-1521 FAX (310) 377-7288 Agenda Item No.: SB Mtg. Date: 4-19-16 TO: HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND MEMBERS OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION FROM: YOLANTA SCHWARTZ, PLANNING DIRECTOR WENDY STARKS, ASSOCIATE PLANNER APPLICATION NO. SITE LOCATION: ZONING AND SIZE: APPLICANT: REPRESENTATIVE: DATE PUBLISHED: ZONING CASE NO. 900 71 CREST ROAD EAST (69E-1 MS) RA -S-2, 2.37 ACRES (GROSS) MR. BRAZY AND MS. LUCHINI CRISS GUNDERSON, ARCHITECT APRIL 7, 2016 REQUEST AND RECOMMENDATION 1. The applicants Mr. Brazy and Ms. Luchini request a variance to locate a 375 square foot pool with infinity edge walls and a 288 square foot attached trellis entirely in the rear yard setback and to exceed total lot coverage on the lot (maximum permitted is 35%). 2. It is recommended that the Planning Commission reconvene the meeting that commenced in the field earlier in the day on April 19, 2016, review the staff report, take public testimony and provide direction to staff. BACKGROUND 3. The property is zoned RAS-2 and the gross lot area is 2.37 acres. The net lot area is 1.54 acres or 67,431 square feet. The lot is irregular in shape at it starts 450 feet south of Crest Road East at a very narrow point that then flares out into a triangle. The property line then bends to the east where the building pad is located. The property is constrained by two easements. There is a 25 -foot wide RHCA easement along the entire western property line of the lot and a 30 -foot wide driveway easement for access to 73 Z.C. No. 900 Crest Road East that runs through the lot. A separate driveway leads to the residence for 71 Crest Road East. 4. The property is currently developed with a 2,075 square foot residence and a 455 square foot garage. In February, 2015 a 999 square foot addition to the residence was approved administratively as less than 50% of the walls were proposed to be demolished for the renovation, per Municipal Code 17.44.020C. That administrative approval included: a 579 square foot addition to the residence, and a new 420 square foot garage. The existing 455 square foot garage is proposed to be converted to living space. Also approved administratively was a breezeway, trellises (229 square foot attached trellis and 458 square foot detached), a 40 square foot outdoor kitchen, a 130 square foot water feature, and a 96 square foot service yard. A 450 square foot stable and 550 square foot corral, and stable access set aside were shown on the property. However, to ensure compliance with the code requirement in case more than 50% of the exterior walls need to be demolished, the applicant staked the proposed addition/renovation on Tuesday, March 15, 2016 and staff provided notice to all residents within 1,000 foot radius of the project to inform them of the potential demolition of more than 50% of the existing residence and addition of 999 square feet. Pursuant to Municipal Code Section 17.44.020E should an otherwise over the counter approvable addition include 50% or more demolition of the existing residence, neighbors within 1,000 foot radius are notified and a silhouette of the project must be constructed. The noticed residents are provided 14 days to comment on the project. Should there be an objection from more that one noticed property, staff would not be able to approve the addition administratively and the project would be referred to the Planning Commission for a Site Plan Review. No neighbors came forward regarding the addition, where more than 50% of the residence will be demolished therefore, the applicant may proceed. 5. With the 999 square foot addition the property will be developed with a 3,109 square foot residence, 420 square foot garage, attached to the main house by a 70 square foot breezeway, 375 square foot swimming pool, 20 square foot pool equipment area, 517 square foot attached trellis, 458 square feet detached trellis and other miscellaneous structures. MUNICIPAL CODE COMPLIANCE 6. The structural lot coverage on the lot, with the previously approved addition, will be 5,685 square feet or 8.4%; and with the allowable deduction 7.5%. The proposed total lot coverage will increase from 23,449 square feet or 34.8% (with the 999 square foot addition) to 24,042 square feet or 35.7%, with the allowable deduction; where maximum permitted is 35% (Municipal Code 17.16.070A2). 7. Coverage on the residential building pad of 13,924 square feet will be 29.4%. Coverage on the future stable pad of 1,094 square feet will be 41.1%. Z.C. No. 900 8. The disturbance on the lot is currently at 69%, which is higher than the maximum permitted of 40% and is legal non -conforming (Municipal Code 17.16.070B). The pool, trellis, and future stable access will not increase disturbance as the areas have been disturbed previously. The driveway easement for access to 73 Crest Road East accounts for much of the disturbance. The grading will consist of 70 cubic yards of cut/excavation for the pool and catchment basin, which will be exported. 25 cubic yards cut and 25 cubic yards of fill will be needed for the future stable access, which is not proposed at this time. 9. The proposed pool, catchment basin, pool equipment area and attached trellis encroach into the rear yard setback. Rear yard setbacks are to be no less than 50 feet from the rear property line and must remain free of structures therefore, a variance is requested. (Municipal Code 17.16.130A.) The proposed pool catchment basin wall is 2' in height and visible aboveground and the proposed pool wall is 3' in height above the 2' high proposed catchment basin wall. 10. Future access to the stable is proposed from the existing property's driveway and will require 30" maximum walls. The future stable will require a Conditional Use Permit when it is constructed and the stable access, walls, and associated grading will be reviewed at that time. 11. The resident at 73 Crest Road East reviewed the plans and requested that the pool equipment be relocated east of the existing residence and away from their property. The applicant's representative stated that although the applicants agreed to relocate the pool equipment, there isn't an area that is accessible and mostly flat to place the pool equipment elsewhere and would therefore like to keep the pool equipment where it was originally proposed. 12. In response to justification for the variance to locate the trellis and the swimming pool in the rear setback, the applicant's agent states that due to the existing location of the residence, very close to the rear setback line, and the configuration of the lot there is no other reasonable area to construct other improvements. Regarding the variance to exceed the total structural coverage he states that the lot is constrained with a developed driveway that leads to another property and the area of the easement for this driveway is deducted from the net lot area for the lot; therefore significantly reducing the size of the subject property. 13. Rolling Hills Community Association will review this project at a later date. 14. When reviewing a development application the Planning Commission must consider whether the proposed project meets the criteria for a Variance and must find that the proposed uses are consistent with the General Plan and development standards of the City, including provision for open space and maintaining rural environment and that the uses will not adversely affect adjacent properties. Z.C. No. 900 15. The project has been determined to be categorically exempt pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), Class 3. ZC. NO. 900 SITE PLAN REVIEW EXISTING PROPOSED RA -S- 2 ZONE SETBACKS SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE WITH GARAGE & TRLLISES TRELLIS, POOL/SPA, Front: 50 ft. from front easement line Side: 35 ft. from property line Rear: 50 ft. from rear property line STRUCTURES Residence Garage Pool Pool equipment Stable Att. Trellis Breezeway Det. Trellis Outdoor Kitchen Water feature Service yard 3109 sq.ft. 420 sq.ft. 0 sq.ft. 0 sq.ft 0 sq.ft. 229 sq.ft. 70 sq.ft. 458 sq.ft 40 sq.ft 130 sq.ft 96 sq.ft. Residence Garage Pool Pool equipment Stable (future) Att. Trellis Breezeway Det. Trellis Outdoor Kitchen Water feature Service yard 3109 sq.ft. 420 sq.ft. 375 sq.ft. 20 sq.ft. 450 sq.ft. 517 sq.ft. 70 sq.ft. 458 sq.ft 40 sq.ft 130 sq.ft 96 sq.ft (Variance required for structures in setback and disturance TOTAL 4,552 sq.ft. TOTAL 5,685 sq.ft STRUCTURAL LOT COVERAGE 5.8% 5,067 sq.ft. w/allowances or 7.5% of 67,431 sq.ft. net lot area (20% maximum) TOTAL LOT COVERAGE 34.8% 24,042 sq.ft. w/ allowances or 35.7% of 67,431.ft. net lot area (35% maximum) BUILDING PADS (30% guideline) Pad 1 - Residence- 28.3% Pad 2 - future stable Pad 1 - 29.4% of 13,924 sf. pad Pad 2 - 41.1% of 1,094 sf. pad GRADING N/A 70 cubic yards of cut/excavation for the pool to be exported 25 cubic yards for future proposed stable access Site Plan Review required if excavation and/or fill or combination thereof that is more than 3 feet in depth and covers more than 2,000 sq.ft.) must be balanced on site. DISTURBED AREA 69.0% of the net lot area 69.0% of the net lot area (40% maximum; any graded building pad area, any remedial grading (temporary disturbance), any graded slopes and building pad areas, and any nongraded area where impervious surfaces exist.) STABLE (min. 450 SQ.FT. N/A 450 sq.ft. stable 550 sq.ft corral & 550 SQ.FT. CORRAL) STABLE ACCESS N/A Future proposed from exst. drwy ROADWAY ACCESS Existing driveway approach Existing driveway approach VIEWS N/A Planning Commission review PLANTS AND ANIMALS N/A Planning Commission review Z.C. No. 900 CRITERIA FOR VARIANCES 17.38.050 Required findings. In granting a variance, the Commission (and Council on appeal) must make the following findings: A. That there are exceptional or extraordinary circumstances or conditions applicable to the property that do not apply generally to other properties in the same vicinity and zone; B. That such variance is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of substantial property rights possessed by other properties in the same vicinity and zone but which is denied the property in question; C. That the granting of such variance will not be materially detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity; D. That in granting the variance, the spirit and intent of this tide will be observed; E. That the variance does not grant special privilege to the applicant; F. That the variance is consistent with the portions of the County of Los Angeles Hazardous Waste Management Plan relating to siting and siting criteria for hazardous waste facilities; and G. That the variance request is consistent with the general plan of the City of Rolling Hills. Z.C. No. 900 INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957 TO: FROM: APPLICATION NO. SITE LOCATION: ZONING AND SIZE: APPLICANT: REPRESENTATIVE: PUBLISHED: NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD ROLLING HILLS, CA 90274 (310) 377-1521 FAX (310) 377-7288 Agenda Item No.:8C Mtg. Date: 4-19-16 HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND MEMBERS OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION YOLANTA SCHWARTZ, PLANNING DIRECTOR WENDY STARKS, ASSOCIATE PLANNER ZONING CASE NO. 897 2 HILLSIDE LANE (LOT 60-RH) RA -S-1, 1.97 ACRES (EXCL. ROAD EASEMENT) MS. SARAH ELKIN THE (W)ORKSHOP & BOLTON ENGINEERING CORP. FEBRUARY 4, 2016 APRIL 7, 2016 REQUEST AND RECOMMENDATION 1. The Planning Commission visited the site earlier in the morning of April 19, 2016 to view the revised project. 2. Based on the feed back from residents and the Planning Commission at previous meetings, the applicants revised the project and staked it in the field. At the previous field trip, two letters were received from residents. One resident expressed concern about the height and location of the proposed recreation room; about the stable, access to the stable and how amenable the current structure is to horse keeping. 3. The applicants submitted a revised plan showing a reduced size of the recreation room by 95 square feet and revised the project's orientation. The project is proposed to be tilted in a northeasterly direction and slightly further into the front yard area at the northwestern corner but away from the driveway. The height of the recreation room will be 2 inches less than previously proposed and by tilting the building pad, the recreation room will be located closer to the slope with an 8' walkway around the structure, which on the south side of the structure will be 5' higher than the finished surface of the remaining walkway. A set of stairs is proposed to access the lower part of the area ZC NO. 897 2 Hillside Lane surrounding the recreation room and the recreation room itself. A retaining wall that was previously proposed along the northern limits of the pool -building pad is no longer proposed. The applicants have also revised the access to the stable. They show the horse access to the stable from Saddleback Road and the rubble curbs currently existing by the corral will be cleared. The access path will range in slope from 10% to 25%. A vehicular access to the stable will be taken via the existing paved driveway that leads to the tack room of the stable. As a condition of approval all access areas to the stable including by the tack room will be required to be decomposed granite or other pervious material. 4. The applicants request a Conditional Use Permit for an 705 square foot recreation room, and Variances to locate all of the accessory structures, including various walls in the front yard area of the lot, (pursuant to City's Zoning Ordinance, no structures are permitted in front of the leading edge of the residence), where the walls would not average out to 2.5' in height, and to exceed the maximum permitted disturbance of the lot, from the existing 52.33% to 64.3%. A Site Plan Review is also required for the construction of retaining walls, for grading consisting of 4,610 cubic yards of cut and fill for the new building pad where the applicant proposes a 680 square foot pool, and a 72 square foot spa along with the recreation room, a 30 square foot outdoor fire place, a 220 square foot attached trellis, and 1,450 square feet of pool decking. The pool equipment will be tucked under the stairs. All dirt will be balanced on site. Also proposed is an 800 square foot addition to the existing 2,450 square foot single-family residence, and 1,050 square feet of concrete for patios and stairs. 780 square feet of concrete will be removed in the corral area and adjacent to the stable, and an existing 52 square foot shed is also being removed. These improvements could be approved administratively and do not require Planning Commission action. 5. It is recommended that the Planning Commission review the staff report, take public testimony and provide direction to staff. 6. The property is zoned RAS-1 and the gross lot area is 1.97 acres. The net lot area is 1.45 acres or 63,160 square feet. The existing property was developed primarily towards the rear of the lot with most of the garage, and all of a small shed, and a two-story tack house in the rear setback. 7. The property is currently developed with a 2,450 square foot residence, a 535 square foot garage, a 52 square foot shed, a 96 square foot service yard, and a previously permitted 751 square foot two story stable/tack house, of which the second story has been converted to a guest house (376 square foot stable on the first story, and a 375 square foot guest house). The applicant proposes to convert the guesthouse portion to a stable tack room/storage use. As part of this application process the Planning Commission visited the ZC NO. 897 2 Hillside Lane stable/guest house structure to verify that it can be converted to a stable use and such condition will be placed on the development, should this project be approved. 8. Records indicate that the residence was constructed in the late 1930's, early 1940's. A permit for a tool house/tack house was approved in 1941, and a permit for a workshop was approved in 1944. In 1969 a variance was approved to build a tennis court in the front yard of the lot, which was not constructed. The reoriented pool, recreation room, and associated pool decking and structures are now being proposed where the tennis court was approved in 1969. MUNICIPAL CODE COMPLIANCE 9. A variance is requested to exceed the disturbance of the lot from the current 52.3% to 64.3%. The cut for the pool -building pad will be 805 cubic yards and overexcavation will be 1,500 cubic yards; the fill will be 805 cubic yards and recompaction will be 1,500 cubic yards, and all dirt will be balanced on site. 10. The structural coverage on the lot will be 6,583 square feet or 10.42% and the total coverage (structures and hardscape) will be 19,597 square feet or 31.03%, both in compliance with the code, with allowable deductions. 11. The 800 square foot addition to the existing 2,450 square foot residence will result in a 3,250 square foot house. The adjacent homes are 5,168 square feet (to the north), 4,473 square feet (to the south), and 5,534 square feet (to the east) and the proposed house will be compatible in size. The residential addition will be at least 35 feet from the stable to comply with the Municipal Code (17.18.040.5c). The coverage on the residential building pad will increase by 800 square feet and will be 4,532 square feet or 28%; and with the allowed deductions, 4,131 square feet or 26%. 12. The 680 square foot pool, 72 square foot spa, 705 square foot recreation room, 50 square feet of pool equipment, 220 square foot attached trellis, and 1,450 square foot decking are proposed to be located in the front yard of the residence, not in a setback. As the proposed pool/spa and structures are located in the front yard, a variance .is needed but otherwise all are compliant with the Municipal Code. The recreation room is proposed to be 15'6" high. The pool pad improvements are located 136 feet away from Saddleback Road and 56 feet from Hillside Lane roadway easements. The new pool -building pad will be 4,300 square feet and will have coverage of 1,757 or 40.9% and with deductions 1,507 square feet or 35.04% 13. The existing 16' driveway is proposed to be widened to 20' to comply with Fire Department requirements. 18 -inch maximum curb walls are proposed along the perimeter of the driveway leading to the 32' radius Fire Department Turn -around area. The Traffic ZC NO. 897 2 Hillside Lane Commission reviewed the driveway apron at their March 24, 2016 meeting and recommended approval. 14. Proposed is approximately 14 -foot difference in elevation between the residential building pad and the proposed accessory structures on the second pad. Stairs and various walls will connect the building pads. A 2.5 -foot high maximum wall is proposed along the south side of the pool decking along the pool -building pad and up to 4' high retaining walls along the recreation room pathway south of the recreation room. A 3 -foot high retaining wall is proposed along the west side of the pool -building pad. 15. The 751 square foot two-story existing structure in the southeast portion of the site, and in the rear and side yard setbacks was previously approved and is currently used as a guest house on the second level and storage on the first level. It is proposed to be used as a stable and a tack room on the second level and as a condition of approval will have to be converted to such use. The applicants submitted a plan showing that they will remove one of the interior walls in the lower part to accommodate a large stall and will install a door suitable for a horse. Pursuant to Section 17.18.060(D) the first story of the stable must conform with the requirements of an agricultural space including entry doors and access to the stable. Pursuant to Section 17.18.060(C), the tack room space cannot be used for sleeping. The applicant has set aside a 1,100 square feet corral outside of the setbacks. A condition of approval will be to remove the concrete from the proposed corral area and replace it with decomposed granite and provide for an access to the stable. A 6' wide access path to the stable and corral from Saddleback Road is proposed. The existing stable pad (not in setback) is 660 square feet and has coverage of 57%. 16. A 52 square foot shed in the southeast portion of the site is located in the side setback and will be demolished. 17. In response to justification for the project, the applicant's agents advise that the proposed residential addition will be on a previously constructed pad where little to no grading will be required. The pool pad will be located largely on a previously disturbed area as well but will require some grading. Not to exceed 4 foot high retaining walls and gentler than 2:1 slopes on the upper part of the new building pad will minimize the development impact on the property. The remaining grading will have 2:1 slopes to blend with existing contours. The agents also advise the property was previously developed mostly at the rear of the lot, with the garage and stable being in the rear setback. The existing house pad is proposed to be developed on the southeast side and due to the 35' clearance required from stables, the only other area for a recreation room and pool is in the front yard. The pool and associated pool pad improvements are proposed to be out of all setbacks and as far away from Saddleback Road as possible. ZC NO. 897 2 Hillside Lane 18. Rolling Hills Community Association will review this project at a later date. 19. When reviewing a development application the Planning Commission must consider whether the proposed project meets the criteria for a Site Plan Review, Conditional Use Permit, and Variance and must find that the proposed uses are consistent with the General Plan and development standards of the City, including provision for open space and maintaining a rural environment and that the uses will not adversely affect adjacent properties. 20. Fuel modification review and approval from the Fire Department is also required. This project will be required to comply with all zoning requirements, including undergrounding of utility lines and Health Department requirements for a septic system. 21. The project has been determined to be categorically exempt pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), Class 3. ZC 897 NEARBY PROPERTIES (For information only) Address House size in sq.ft. (built/add or remodel) Lot Area sq.ft. (excl. roadway easements) 4 Hillside Lane 4,473 ((1999)* 92,350 49 Saddleback Road 5,534 (1998) * 75,790 48 Saddleback Road 5,168 (1972/1976) 38,770 46 Saddleback Road 7,832 (2013)* 105,420 3 Hillside Lane 2,634 (1938/1950) 98,710 93 Saddleback Road 4,441 (1949) 255,262 20 Portuguese Bend Road 4,193 (1939/1947) 192,100 2 Hillside Lane Proposed 3,250 85,760 NOTE: The above do not include garages, basements and other accessory structures. SOURCES: Assessors' records * City Records ZC NO. 897 2 Hillside Lane ZONING CASE NO. 897 SITE PLAN REVIEW/CUP/VR EXISTING PROPOSED RA -S- 1 ZONE SETBACKS SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE, GARAGE, GUEST HOUSE/STABLE, SHED ADDITION, SWIMMING POOL/SPA, RECREATION ROOM, LEGALIZE STABLE Front 50 ft. from front easement line Side: 20 ft. from side property line Rear: 50 ft. from rear property line CUP required for recreation room in Residence Garage Swimming Pool Spa Recreation Rm Pool equip. Stable/Guest h. Shed Service yard Attch porches Entryway Attached trellis Fireplace 2450 sq.ft. 535 sq.ft. 0 sq.ft. 0 sq.ft. 0 sq.ft. 0 sq.ft 376 sq.ft. 52 sq.ft 96 sq.ft. 198 sq.ft. 250 sq.ft. 203 sq.ft. 0 sq.ft Residence Garage Swimming Pool Spa Recreation Rm Pool equip. Stable Shed Service yard Attch porches Entryway Attached Trellis Fireplace 3250 sq.ft. 535 sq.ft. 680 sq.ft. 72 sq.ft. 705 sq.ft. 50 sq.ft. 376 sq.ft. 0 sq.ft 96 sq.ft. 198 sq.ft. 250 sq.ft. 423 sq.ft 30 sq.ft. the front yard; SPR required for grading, pool, spa, recreation room, new decking and retaining walls. Variance is required for locating the structures in the front yard (pool, spa, pool equipment, and rec rm), walls over 2.5' average, and for exceeding disturbed area. TOTAL 4,160 sq.ft. TOTAL 6,665 sq.ft GRADING N/A 805 c.y. cut & 805 c.y. fill 1,500 c.y. over -ex and 1,500 c.y. recompaction dirt balanced on site Site Plan Review required if excavation and/or fill or combination thereof that is more than 3 feet in depth and covers more than 2,000 sq. ft.) STRUCTURAL LOT COVERAGE 6.5% 10.4% of 63,160 s.f. net lot area (6,583 s.f. excl/allowances) (20% maximum) TOTAL LOT COVERAGE 21.62 % 31.03% of 63,160 s.f. net lot area (19,597 s.f. excl/allowances) (35% maximum) BUILDING PAD COVERAGE (30% 22.02% of 15,129 sq.ft. pad n/a 64.85% of 660 sq.ft. pad 25.5% of 16,175 sq.ft. pad 35.04% of 4,300 sq.ft. pad 57% of 660 sq.ft. pad maximum -guideline) Residential Pool pad Stable pad DISTURBED AREA 52.33% or 33,052 sq. ft. (63,160 sq. ft. net lot area) 64.3% or 40,600 sq.ft. (63,160 sq. ft. net lot area) (40% maximum; any graded building pad area, any remedial grading any graded slopes and building pad areas, and any nongraded area where impervious surfaces exist.) STABLE (min. 450 SQ.FT. 375 sq.ft. existing 0 sq ft. corral 751 sq.ft. proposed 2 -story 1,100 s.f. corral & 550 SQ.FT. CORRAL) STABLE ACCESS Existing Proposed off Saddleback Road. ROADWAY ACCESS Existing driveway approach Existing driveway approach with widened driveway to 20' from 16' VIEWS N/A Planning Commission review PLANTS AND ANIMALS N/A Planning Commission review ZC NO. 897 2 Hillside Lane 0 SITE PLAN REVIEW CRITERIA 17.46.010 Purpose. The site plan review process is established to provide discretionary review of certain development projects in the City for the purposes of ensuring that the proposed project is consistent with the City's General Plan; incorporates environmentally and aesthetically sensitive grading practices; preserves existing mature vegetation; is compatible and consistent with the scale, massing and development pattern in the immediate project vicinity; and otherwise preserves and protects the health, safety and welfare of the citizens of Rolling Hills. 17.46.050 Required findings. A. The Commission shall be required to make findings in acting to approve, conditionally approve, or deny a site plan review application. B. No project which requires site plan review approval shall be approved by the Commission, or by the City Council on appeal, unless the following findings can be made: 1. The project complies with and is consistent with the goals and policies of the general plan and all requirements of the zoning ordinance; 2. The project substantially preserves the natural and undeveloped state of the lot by minimizing building coverage. Lot coverage requirements are regarded as maximums, and the actual amount of lot coverage permitted depends upon the existing buildable area of the lot; 3. The project is harmonious in scale and mass with the site, the natural terrain and surrounding residences; 4. The project preserves and integrates into the site design, to the greatest extent possible, existing topographic features of the site, including surrounding native vegetation, mature trees, drainage courses and land forms (such as hillsides and knolls); 5. Grading has been designed to follow natural contours of the site and to minimize the amount of grading required to create the building area; 6. Grading will not modify existing drainage channels nor redirect drainage flow, unless such flow is redirected into an existing drainage course; 7. The project preserves surrounding native vegetation and mature trees and supplements these elements with drought -tolerant landscaping which is compatible with and enhances the rural character of the community, and landscaping provides a buffer or transition area between private and public areas; 8. The project is sensitive and not detrimental to the convenient and safe movement of pedestrians and vehicles; and 9. The project conforms to the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act. CRITERIA FOR APPROVAL OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT: 17.42.050 Basis for approval or denial of conditional use permit. The Commission (and Council on appeal), in acting to approve a conditional use permit application, may impose conditions as are reasonably necessary to ensure the project is consistent with the General Plan, compatible with surrounding land use, and meets the provisions and intent of this title. In making such a determination, the hearing body shall find that the proposed use is in general accord with the following principles and standards: ZC NO. 897 2 Hillside Lane A. That the proposed conditional use is consistent with the General Plan; B. That the nature, condition and development of adjacent uses, buildings and structures have been considered, and that the use will not adversely affect or be materially detrimental to these adjacent uses, building or structures; C. That the site for the proposed conditional use is of adequate size and shape to accommodate the use and buildings proposed; D. That the proposed conditional use complies with all applicable development standards of the zone district; E. That the proposed use is consistent with the portions of the Los Angeles County Hazardous Waste Management Plan relating to siting and siting criteria for hazardous waste facilities; F. That the proposed conditional use observes the spirit and intent of this title. SOURCE: City of Rolling Hills Zoning Ordinance CRITERIA FOR VARIANCES 17.38.050 Required findings. In granting a variance, the Commission (and Council on appeal) must make the following findings: A. That there are exceptional or extraordinary circumstances or conditions applicable to the property that do not apply generally to other properties in the same vicinity and zone; B. That such variance is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of substantial property rights possessed by other properties in the same vicinity and zone but which is denied the property in question; C. That the granting of such variance will not be materially detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity; D. That in granting the variance, the spirit and intent of this title will be observed; E. That the variance does not grant special privilege to the applicant; F. That the variance is consistent with the portions of the County of Los Angeles Hazardous Waste Management Plan relating to siting and siting criteria for hazardous waste facilities; and G. That the variance request is consistent with the general plan of the City of Rolling Hills. ZC NO. 897 2 Hillside Lane ter, Ramice¢ INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957 TO: FROM: APPLICATION NO. SITE LOCATION: ZONING AND SIZE: APPLICANT: REPRESENTATIVE: DATE PUBLISHED: NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD ROLLING HILLS, CA 90274 (310) 377-1521 FAX (310) 377-7288 Agenda Item No. 9A Mtg. Date: 04-19-16 HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND MEMBERS OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION YOLANTA SCHWARTZ, PLANNING DIRECTOR WENDY STARKS, ASSOCIATE PLANNER ZONING CASE NO. 901 5 PINE TREE LANE (LOT 94-RH) RA -S-2, 5.15 ACRES (EXCL. ROADWAY EASEMENT) MS. LAUREN SHARNG TAVISHA NICHOLSON, BOLTON ENGINEERING APRIL 7, 2016 REQUEST AND PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION 1. The applicant requests a Site Plan Review for the construction of a new 5,975 square foot residence, 5,000 square foot basement 14' in depth, two new detached garages totaling 1,155 square feet (714 and 441 square feet each), a new pool and spa totaling 1,152 square feet with a 50 square foot pool equipment area, an 800 square foot guest house proposed with two sanitary facilities, a 460 square foot outdoor kitchen, a 7,000 square foot tennis court, 1,810 square foot stable with 611 square foot loft above for a total of 2421 square feet stable, 1,360 square feet of attached covered porches, a 100 square foot breezeway, a 300 square foot service yard, a new 10,400 square foot driveway and turnaround access, and for grading of a total of 46,090 cubic yards of dirt (12,745 c.y. cut, 10,300 c.y. over -excavation, and 12,745 c.y. fill and 10,300 c.y. recompaction). Also requested are Conditional Use Permits for the 800 square foot guesthouse; for a 7,000 square foot tennis court; for the two detached garages (714 square feet and 441 ZC NO. 901, 5 Pine Tree Lane square feet); and for the 1,810 square foot stable with 611 square foot loft, and 3,900 square foot corral. The requests for Variances are for the tennis court as it is proposed to be located in the front yard area of the lot; the associated grading for the tennis court as it exceeds 750 c.y. and is proposed at 3,500 c.y.; to exceed permitted disturbance with 45.2%; and to exceed the maximum permitted average of 2.5' high retaining walls. 2. It is recommended that the Planning Commission review the staff report, open the public hearing, take public testimony and schedule a field visit to the site. BACKGROUND 3. The property is zoned RAS-2 and the gross lot area is 5.15 acres. The net lot area is 4.3 acres or 187,196 square feet. The existing property is currently developed with a single -family residence, garage, and swimming pool, which will be demolished. Access to the property is taken from a joint driveway approach with 3 Pine Tree Lane. 4. A previous property owner was granted an approval to subdivide the property into a two -lots. However that approval expired on January 12, 2013. In 2004 the owner was approved to separate the driveway access at 3 and 5 Pine Tree Lane and that approval expired as well. MUNICIPAL CODE COMPLIANCE 5. The new residence is proposed at 5,975 square feet and the first floor level will be about 10' lower than the existing residence on the lot removing potential view issues from neighbors. The proposed residence will have a maximum ridge height of 17'6" above the finished floor, plus 3' high chimneys. The entire north face of the residence except for the front entrance has an out -of -grade condition. A 5' maximum out of grade condition is shown at the northwest corner of the house and 1' -maximum at the northeast corner. A 4' maximum out -of -grade condition around the rear side continues from the planter box all the way to the pool deck stairs where the house returns to an on -grade condition. The adjacent grade then returns to a 4' maximum out of grade condition from the termination of the concrete stairs until the concrete entryway adjacent to the garage where the entryway is on -grade, then continues to 2.5' maximum out of grade condition. The garages are proposed to have a maximum ridge height of 14'. The guest house will have a maximum ridge height of 15'6" above finished floor plus 3' high chimney. The stable ridge will be 25' from the finished floor. Viewing from the driveway, the stable loft is proposed to be 11'4" in height. As a condition of approval all access areas ZC NO. 901 for the stable including by the loft will be required to be decomposed granite or other pervious material. The basement is proposed to be 5,000 square feet and be contained entirely within the footprint of the new residence with 5 light wells proposed. The residence is proposed on the shallowest sloped area with a basement being added to increase the residence size while reducing the footprint. None of the proposed structures are in setbacks or easements. The 7,000 square foot tennis court is proposed in the front yard (in front of the leading edge of the proposed residence), will be sunken and 4' lower than the proposed residence. A graded ridge is proposed to be created to partially screen the tennis court from the roadway. The proposed tennis court will have a max 4' high sports court wall along the north, east, and south sides of the tennis court, which will not be visible from the exterior of the court. 6. The lot drains to the north of the property and of proposed structures and the run-off is proposed to be collected in underground pipes that will flow into a 360 square foot bio-filtration unit with maximum 3' high walls, which will filter the water and disperse into a dissipater, located just below it with maximum 4' high walls. 7. The applicant is proposing a new driveway off of Pine Tree Lane. Per the Fire Department requirement, the driveway will be 20' wide and include a turn -around area to accommodate fire truck access. The proposed driveway is 10,400 square feet of which 8.1% is in the front setback and complies with Section 17.16.150B that states that driveways shall not cover more than 20% of the area of the setback in which they are located. The driveway apron is proposed to be relocated north of the existing driveway off of Pine Tree Lane. The Traffic Commission will review the driveway access at their May 26th meeting, and staff will report their findings to the Planning Commission at that time. An 850 square foot parking pad is proposed in front of the residence, and adjacent to the circular driveway, to accommodate guest parking. The applicant is proposing a 3' to 5' high maximum retaining walls along the entire perimeter of the building pad. A 3' high max retaining wall along the northern portion of the driveway is proposed and a 4' high maximum wall is proposed along the guest parking area. A 3'-5' high retaining wall is proposed along the southern perimeter of the building pad. An 810 square foot upper patio with 2' high curb seat wall is proposed adjacent to the southern -most portion of the project and next to the guest house and pool. 8. A 460 square foot outdoor kitchen, 1,360 square of attached covered porches, a 1,152 square foot pool/spa, and a 350 square foot service yard/pool equipment area are proposed as well. ZC NO. 901 9. Section 17.16.210 (A)(7) of the Zoning Ordinance contains conditions for recreational game courts, subject to approval of a conditional use permit. These conditions, listed below, are intended to ensure that such structures: are ancillary recreational uses, do not eliminate an existing or future development for a stable, do not create visual or other impacts and blend in with the existing topography and landscape or views. Recreational Game Courts are defined as: tennis, racquetball and squash courts, and any other fenced, enclosed, paved or hard -surfaced areas used for recreational purposes. They shall adhere to the following conditions: REQUIREMENTS: PROPOSED: A legally required and accessible stable and corral area shall be provided; A stable and corral is proposed to be constructed as part of this application. A game court shall not be located in the front yard or any setback; The proposed project is in the front yard and requires a variance. A game court shall not be located within fifty feet of any paved road or street easements; Proposed project is not located within fifty feet of any paved road or street easements. Retaining walls constructed for a game court shall not exceed four feet in height at any point along the wall; retaining walls shall not be exposed to the exterior; and if necessary to minimize the visual impact, the game court surface shall be inset or sunken below grade; A 4 -foot high maximum retaining wall is proposed along the north, east, and south portion of the court. The court is sunken at that side. The construction of a game court shall conform to the lot coverage limitations as set forth in Section 17.16.070; All development standards for coverage are within the permitted standards, except for disturbance at 45.17% for which they are applying for a variance. A game court shall not be located on a slope that exceeds a 2:1 grade; Existing slope in court location does not exceed 2:1 gradient. A game court shall not be located on the side or bottom of a canyon or in the path of a natural drainage course; Location of proposed court is not in a canyon or in a natural drainage course. The tennis court is proposed to be where the existing house and other structures are located, to be demolished. When grading is required for a game court, cutting and filling shall be balanced on site and shall not exceed a total cut and fill of 750 cubic yards; Grading is proposed to be balanced on site; however a Variance is requested because total grading will be greater than 750 c.y. of dirt. It is proposed at 3,500 c.y. of cut and 0 c.y of fill for a total of 3,500 c.y. ZC NO. 901 When grading is required for a game court, cutting and filling shall be balanced on site and shall not exceed 10,000 square feet; Graded area for the proposed court does not exceed 10,000 square feet as it is proposed where the existing residence and other structures to be demolished are. The existing topography, flora and natural features of the site shall be retained to the greatest extent possible; The proposed tennis court is where the existing to be demolished residence is now. Drainage systems shall be incorporated into the game court and shall be approved by the City Engineer; Drainage will be submitted to Building and Safety for review and approval. The court slopes towards the motor court and will drain into underground pipes. A game court shall be adequately screened on all four sides; Detailed landscaping plan is required during project plan -check. Conceptual plan will be submitted. Landscape screening shall include native or other drought -tolerant mature trees and shrubs, which shall be maintained in a healthy condition. The landscape screening shall not exceed the mature height determined by the Planning Commission or City Council Standard condition of approval to require that the applicant submit detailed plans and a bond or similar financial deposit for landscaping. Landscaping shall not interfere with the viewscape of surrounding properties or pursuant to Chapter 17.26; Landscaping to be planted around court perimeter to be designed to screen the perimeter fencing. RHCA allows maximuml0-foot fence. Game court lighting shall not be permitted; Condition in resolution prohibits lighting. Design and construction of a game court shall include methods to mitigate visual and noise impacts. Landscaping plan to be required buffering the development. Daytime use only will minimize noise. 10. An 800 square foot guest house is proposed. Section 17.16.210 (A)(5) of the Zoning Ordinance contains conditions for a guest house, subject to approval of a conditional use permit. These conditions, listed below, are intended to ensure that such structures are ancillary uses, do not eliminate an existing or future development for a stable and are not converted to other than permitted uses. REQUIREMENTS PROPOSED Shall not exceed eight hundred square feet An 800 square foot guest house is proposed. Shall not be located in the front yard or any The guest house is not proposed ZC NO. 901 setback. to be in the front yard or any setback. A kitchenette and sanitary facility consisting of a shower, sink and toilet shall be permitted. * The applicant proposes an 800 square foot guest house with two bathrooms (one inside and one accessed outside). Staff has determined that the Municipal Code allows for one sanitary facility (a toilet, sink, and shower), not two. The applicant requested direction from the Planning Commission. No vehicular access or paved parking area shall be developed within fifty feet of the guest house. The driveway is more than fifty feet away. Occupancy of the guest house shall be limited to persons employed on the premises, the immediate family of the occupants of the main residence or by the temporary guests of the occupants of the main residence. No temporary guest may remain in occupancy for more than thirty days in any six-month period. This is a standard condition of approval. Renting of a guest house is prohibited. This is a standard condition of approval. *The Planning Department submitted a Staff Report for the Planning Commission's consideration to determine if more than one sanitary facility should be allowed in guest houses. 11. Two detached garages are proposed (714 square feet and 441 square feet). Section 17.16.210 (A)(4) of the Zoning Ordinance contains conditions for a detached garage(s), subject to approval of a conditional use permit. These conditions, listed below, are intended to ensure that such structures are ancillary uses, do not eliminate an existing or future development for a stable and are not converted to other than permitted uses. REQUIREMENTS PROPOSED Shall not be located in the front yard or any setback Not located in front yard or setback A sink and toilet are permitted Not proposed A kitchen or kitchenette shall not be permitted Not proposed No sleeping quarters or renting of the structure shall be permitted Standard condition ZC NO. 901 (z) The Planning Commission shall have the ability to limit the size of the detached garage in relationship to the size of the residence, topography, size of the lot and other conditions Planning Commission may limit the size 12. A 1,810 square foot stable is proposed with a 611 square foot loft above that will be accessed directly from the main driveway. Two 260 square foot attached porches on either end of the stable are also proposed (total porches 520 square feet). Pedestrian access to the lower stable area will be provided via stairway south of the stable, and for horses from the lower corral area north of the stable, via a 10' wide path extending directly from the driveway and which will have decomposed granite surface. The corral is proposed at 3,900 square feet. A 100 square foot open horse wash rack is also proposed in the south-eastern most portion of the corral area. A 5' high maximum retaining wall runs the perimeter of the corral. Pursuant to the zoning code requirements the following is applicable to this request: REQUIREMENTS PROPOSED Minimum 6' wide access with roughened surface 10 'wide access -way joining existing driveway with roughened surface (not paved) Stable, corral not to be located on slopes greater than 4:1 Grading with 5' retaining wall; 1,620 cubic yards (550 cy cut; 1,070 cy. fill) Not in front yard or side or front setback. May be located up to 25' in rear setback. Not proposed in any setback Stable min. 35' from any residential structure Proposed stable more than 35' from any residential structure. Stable building to be designed for rural and agricultural uses only, but may include storage for vehicles, household items Stable is proposed with 4 stalls, tack space that is 15.5% of the structure, and a 611 square foot feed/ loft area, all designed for rural and agricultural uses. Size to include the entire footprint including loft, if any Ground floor (1,810 sf.): 1,010 sf. stalls; 425 sf center aisle; 375 sf. tack room Loft (611 sf.) - feed/hay storage area Minimum of 60% shall be maintained for agricultural uses Agricultural uses 84.5% Maximum of 40% not to exceed 800 s.f. may be maintained for a tack room use Tack use area comprises 375 sf. or 15.5% Includes tack room/storage & bathroom Tack area may have sanitary and kitchen amenities Bathroom proposed; no kitchen Tack area may have glazed openings Shall be a condition of approval. Agricultural space entry doors to be min. 4'wide Shall be a condition of approval. ZC NO. 901 0 & 7.5' high; appearance of a stable door Loft is permitted Loft; proposed for feed/hay storage Loft plate height may not exceed 7' The total height of the structure at its highest peak is proposed to be 25' with a 7' plate height shown for the loft. (Plate heights per condition of approval.) Exterior area of stables may not to be paved Dirt or D.G. (condition of approval) Corral minimum 550 sf.; fenced and contiguous to stable. (Planning Commission may determine the size of a corral) Proposed 3,900 sq. ft. corral enclosed with 5 high maximum retaining walls Access slope not to exceed 25% From main driveway at 16% maximum slope Commercial uses or sleeping is not allowed Applicant is not proposing any commercial uses or sleeping in the stable The applicant must comply with all other requirements of Chapter 17.18 of the Zoning Ordinance pertaining to stables, as well as to all other regulations including, but not be limited to undergrounding of utility lines to the structures, lighting, roof material, Fire Department requirements and others. 13. The proposed disturbed area will be 45.2%, which exceeds the maximum allowed disturbance of 40% (Municipal Code 17.16.070B). Grading for this project is proposed to be 12,745 cubic yards of cut and 12,745 cubic yards of fill, 10,300 cubic yards of over -excavation, and 10,300 cubic yards of recompaction and will be balanced on site. The cut/excavation is for the guest house, driveway, tennis court, north horse access, and south portion of the lot primarily, and 1,200 cubic yards is for the basement excavation. The fill is primarily for the north side of the house, the driveway, and southwest corner of the tennis court, and 10,300 cubic yards recompaction. The stable pad has a total cut of 550 cubic yards, and 1,070 cubic yards of fill. 14. There are two building pads proposed. The residential building pad is proposed at 44,100 square feet and will have coverage of 17,035 square feet or 38.6% with allowed deductions, and includes the tennis court. The stable pad is proposed at 5,720 square feet with 2,149 square feet of coverage or 37.6% with allowed deductions. 15. The structural net lot coverage is proposed at 20,042 square feet or 10.7%, (20% max. permitted); and the total lot coverage is proposed at 39,002 square feet or 20.8% (35% max. permitted) excluding allowable deductions. 16. In describing the criteria to be satisfied for a variance to exceed the maximum permitted grading quantity for the sports court, the applicant's representative states that the existing house on the property is located partially in the setback and has structures in the easement. The proposed project complies with development standards and moves all proposed structures out of setbacks and more centrally on the lot, ZC NO. 901 including the residence, which creates a large front yard. There are few options as to where to locate the tennis court as a result. The applicant is proposing to create a ridge to partially screen the tennis court from the road. The tennis court has been dropped an additional 4' from the building pad to further sink it into the grade and out of the view shed resulting in the need to exceed 750 c.y. of grading. The grading for the tennis court is proposed at 3,500 c.y. 17. In describing the criteria to be satisfied for a variance to exceed the maximum permitted grading quantity for the sports court, the applicant's representative states that the existing house on the property is located partially in the setback and has structures in the easement. The proposed project complies with development standards and moves all proposed structures out of setbacks and more centrally on the lot, including the residence, which creates a large front yard. There are few options as to where to locate the tennis court as a result. The applicant is proposing to create a ridge to screen the tennis court from the road. The tennis court has been dropped an additional 4' from the building pad to further sink it into the grade and out of the view shed resulting in the need to exceed 750 c.y. of grading. The grading for the tennis court is proposed at 3,500 c.y. 18. Rolling Hills Community Association will review this project at a later date. 19. When reviewing a development application the Planning Commission must consider whether the proposed project meets the criteria for a Site Plan Review, Conditional Use Permit and Variances, and must find that the proposed uses are consistent with the General Plan and development standards of the City, including provision for open space and maintaining rural environment and that the uses will not adversely affect adjacent properties. 20. The project has been determined to be categorically exempt pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Zoning Case No. 901 SITE PLAN REVIEW EXISTING PROPOSED RA -S- 2 ZONE SETBACKS SINGLE FAMILY AND ACCESSORY RESIDENCE be NEW RESIDENCE WITH ACCESSORY STRUCTURES, SPORTS COURT, DETACHED GARAGES, STABLE Front: 50 ft. from front easement line Side: 35 ft. from property line Rear: 50 ft. from rear easement line STRUCTURES, to demolished STRUCTURES Residence 0 sq.ft. Residence 5,975 sq.ft. (Site Plan Review required if size of Basement 0 sq.ft "Basement 5,000 sq.ft. structure increases by at least 1,000 Garage attached 0 sq.ft Garage detached 714 sq.ft. sq.ft. and has the effect of increasing Garage detached 0 sq.ft Garage detached 441 sq.ft. the size of the structure by more than Pool/spa 0 sq.ft Pool/spa 1,152sq.ft. 25% in a 36 -month period). Pool Equip. 0 sq.ft Pool Equip. 50 sq.ft. Guest House 0 sq.ft Guest House 800 sq.ft Stable 0 sq.ft Stable 1,810 sq.ft Loft for Stable 0 sq.ft "Loft for Stable 611 sq.ft ZC NO. 901 Recreation Court Att. Cov. Porches Entryway Service yard Outdoor Kitchen 0 sq.ft 0 sq.ft 0 sq.ft 0 sq.ft 0 sq.ft Recreation Court Att. Cov. Porches Entryway Service yard Outdoor Kitchen 7,000 sq.ft 1,360 sq.ft. 100 sq.ft. 300 sq.ft 460 sq.ft. TOTAL 0 sq.ft. TOTAL 20,162 sq.ft STRUCTURAL LOT COVERAGE 0% 20,042 sf w/allowances 10.7% of 187,196 sq.ft. net lot area (20% maximum) TOTAL LOT COVERAGE 0% 39,002 w/allowances or 20.8% of 187,196 sq.ft. net lot area (35% maximum) BUILDING PADS (30% guideline) N/A N/A 38.6% of 44,100 sq.ft. pad 37.6% of 5,720 sq.ft pad Residential Stable GRADING N/A 12,745 cy cut, 12,745 cy fill, 10,300 cy overexcavation, 10,300 cy recompaction = balanced on site. Site Plan Review required if ' excavation and/or fill or combination thereof that is more than 3 feet in depth and covers more than 2,000 sq.ft.) must be balanced on site. DISTURBED AREA N/A 45.2% (86,150 sq. ft.) (40% maximum; any graded building pad area, any remedial grading (temporary disturbance), any graded slopes and building pad areas, and any nongraded area where impervious surfaces exist.) STABLE (min. 450 SQ.FT. N/A 1,810 sq. ft. with 611 sq. ft. loft- 3,900 sq. ft. & 550 SQ.FT. CORRAL) STABLE ACCESS N/A Proposed from Residence Pad ROADWAY ACCESS N/A New off Pine Tree Lane VIEWS N/A Planning Commission condition PLANTS AND ANIMALS N/A Planning Commission condition *Loft for stable and basement are not included in the calculations for structural coverage ZC NO. 901 NEARBY PROPERTIES For information onl Address House size in sq.ft. Lot Area (gross acres) 1 Pine Tree *6,516 4.66 2 Pine Tree *6,211 2.24 3 Pine Tree *4,674 5.13 4 Pine Tree *8,961 4.38 6 Pine Tree 6,148 1.31 7 Pine Tree 3,912 5.64 8 Pine Tree 2,812 2.23 10 Pine Tree 3,253 2.49 ZC NO. 901 23 Portuguese Bend Road *3,348 2.42 2 Pheasant Lane 5,651 5.0 Average 5,149 3.9 5 Pine Tree Lane 5,975 Proposed 5.15 NOTE: The above do not include garages, basements or accessory structures. SOURCES: Assessors' records * City records CRITERIA FOR APPROVAL OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT: 17.42.050 Basis for approval or denial of conditional use permit. The Commission (and Council on appeal), in acting to approve a conditional use permit application, may impose conditions as are reasonably necessary to ensure the project is consistent with the General Plan, compatible with surrounding land use, and meets the provisions and intent of this title. In making such a determination, the hearing body shall find that the proposed use is in general accord with the following principles and standards: A. That the proposed conditional use is consistent with the General Plan; B. That the nature, condition and development of adjacent uses, buildings and structures have been considered, and that the use will not adversely affect or be materially detrimental to these adjacent uses, building or structures; C. That the site for the proposed conditional use is of adequate size and shape to accommodate the use and buildings proposed; D. That the proposed conditional use complies with all applicable development standards of the zone district; E. That the proposed use is consistent with the portions of the Los Angeles County Hazardous Waste Management Plan relating to siting and siting criteria for hazardous waste facilities; F. That the proposed conditional use observes the spirit and intent of this title. SITE PLAN REVIEW CRITERIA 17.46.010 Purpose. The site plan review process is established to provide discretionary review of certain development projects in the City for the purposes of ensuring that the proposed project is consistent with the City's General Plan; incorporates environmentally and aesthetically sensitive grading practices; preserves existing mature vegetation; is compatible and consistent with the scale, massing and development pattern in the immediate project vicinity; and otherwise preserves and protects the.health, safety and welfare of the citizens of Rolling Hills. 17.46.050 Required findings. A. The Commission shall be required to make findings in acting to approve, conditionally approve, or deny a site plan review application. B. No project which requires site plan review approval shall be approved by the Commission, or by the City Council on appeal, unless the following findings can be made: ZC NO. 901 1. The project complies with and is consistent with the goals and policies of the general plan and all requirements of the zoning ordinance; 2. The project substantially preserves the natural and undeveloped state of the lot by minimizing building coverage. Lot coverage requirements are regarded as maximums, and the actual amount of lot coverage permitted depends upon the existing buildable area of the lot; 3. The project is harmonious in scale and mass with the site, the natural terrain and surrounding residences; 4. The project preserves and integrates into the site design, to the greatest extent possible, existing topographic features of the site, including surrounding native vegetation, mature trees, drainage courses and land forms (such as hillsides and knolls); 5. Grading has been designed to follow natural contours of the site and to minimize the amount of grading required to create the building area; 6. Grading will not modify existing drainage channels nor redirect drainage flow, unless such flow is redirected into an existing drainage course; 7. The project preserves surrounding native vegetation and mature trees and supplements these elements with drought -tolerant landscaping which is compatible with and enhances the rural character of the community, and landscaping provides a buffer or transition area between private and public areas; 8. The project is sensitive and not detrimental to the convenient and safe movement of pedestrians and vehicles; and 9. The project conforms to the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act. CRITERIA FOR VARIANCES 17.38.050 Required findings. In granting a variance, the Commission (and Council on appeal) must make the following findings: A. That there are exceptional or extraordinary circumstances or conditions applicable to the property that do not apply generally to other properties in the same vicinity and zone; B. That such variance is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of substantial property rights possessed by other properties in the same vicinity and zone but which is denied the property in question; C. That the granting of such variance will not be materially detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity; D. That in granting the variance, the spirit and intent of this title will be observed; E. That the variance does not grant special privilege to the applicant; F. That the variance is consistent with the portions of the County of Los Angeles Hazardous Waste Management Plan relating to siting and siting criteria for hazardous waste facilities; and G. That the variance request is consistent with the general plan of the City of Rolling Hills. SOURCE: City of Rolling Hills Zoning Ordinance ZC NO. 901 INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957 TO: FROM: APPLICATION NO. SITE LOCATION: ZONING AND SIZE: APPLICANT: REPRESENTATIVE: DATE PUBLISHED: NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD ROLLING HILLS, CA 90274 (310) 377-1521 FAX (310) 377-7288 Agenda Item No. 9B Mtg. Date: 04-19-16 HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND MEMBERS OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION YOLANTA SCHWARTZ, PLANNING DIRECTOR WENDY STARKS, ASSOCIATE PLANNER ZONING CASE NO. 902 23 CREST ROAD EAST (LOT 132A -MS) RA -S-2, 6.02 ACRES (EXCL. ROADWAY EASEMENT) MR. JIM HYNES TAVISHA NICHOLSON, BOLTON ENGINEERING APRIL 7, 2016 REQUEST AND RECOMMENDATION 1. The applicants request a Site Plan Review for the construction of a new 11,500 square foot residence, 11,500 square foot basement, two garages totaling 1,540 square feet (one detached 770 square feet and another attached 770 square feet with a 410 square foot breezeway in between), a new pool and spa totaling 900 square feet with a 50 square foot pool equipment area, an 800 square foot guest house, a 510 square foot outdoor kitchen, a 400 square foot trellis at the tennis court, 175 square foot trellis at the guest house, a 7,150 square foot tennis court, 2,555 square feet of attached covered porches, a new driveway and turnaround access, and for grading of a total of 64,020 cubic yards of dirt (12,510 c.y. cut and 12,510 c.y. fill; and 19,500 c.y. over -excavation and 19,500 c.y. recompaction). The requests for Variances are for the guesthouse as it is proposed to be located in the front yard area of the lot; tennis court grading as it exceeds 750 cubic yards and to exceed the maximum permitted 10,000 square feet graded area for the tennis court by 4,000 square feet (the tennis court is proposed to have 1,675 cubic yards of grading, and ZC NO. 902, 23 Crest E. the graded area would be 14,000 square feet); and to exceed the maximum permitted 20% coverage of the setback with a driveway, which is proposed to have 27.9% coverage. The requests for Conditional Use Permits are for an 800 square foot guest house proposed with a kitchenette/bar area and two interior bathrooms; for the 7,150 square foot tennis court with a 4'maximum sports court wall; and for 770 square foot detached garage. 2. It is recommended that the Planning Commission review the staff report, open the public hearing, take public testimony and schedule a field visit to the site. BACKGROUND 3. The property is zoned RAS-2 and the gross lot area is 7.05 acres. The net lot area for development purposes is 6.02 acres or 262,368 square feet. The existing property is currently vacant and has never been developed. 4. In 2015 the applicant requested to subdivide the existing vacant lot known as 23 Crest Road East, totaling 7.055 acres (gross) into 2 parcels. In February 2016 the applicant withdrew the application for the subdivision. 5. A natural drainage course is located along the western portion of the lot and a blue line stream, which is a part of the Klondike Canyon System is located approximately 200 feet south of the southern property line of the lot. The lot is also located in proximity to the Geotechnically Hazardous area of the City, known as the Flying Triangle. A geotechnical and geological report prepared for the subdivision states that the crown of a landslide (Flying Triangle) lies about 230 feet west of the western most portion of the property line. The single-family residence on the lot as it is currently proposed is categorically exempt pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), Class 3. However, the Planning Commission may require additional information to aid them in the decision making process and place conditions on the development, which are site specific. MUNICIPAL CODE COMPLIANCE 6. The new residence is proposed at 11,500 square feet and the first floor level will be about 15' below Crest Road East. The proposed residence will have a maximum ridge height of 20' above the finished floor, plus 3' high chimneys. The garages will have a maximum ridge height of 13' from finished floor. The basement is proposed to be 11,500 square feet and be contained entirely within the footprint of the new residence and will be 14' in depth. Per the applicant, the residence is proposed on the shallowest sloped area with a basement being added to increase the residence size while reducing ZC NO. 902 the footprint. None of the proposed structures are in setbacks. The 800 square foot guest house is proposed in the front yard (in front of the leading edge of the proposed residence) but outside of setbacks and 50' away from any roadway, driveway or parking pad. The proposed guest house will be a maximum 19' above finished floor at the highest ridge. 7. The lot drains to the south west and south east of the property and proposed structures and the run-off is proposed to be collected via underground pipes in one 500 square foot biofiltration unit with maximum 3' high walls. The proposed biofiltration unit is located south of the proposed tennis court and all other proposed structures and positioned to collect and filter stormwater from the proposed project. During the Planning Commission proceedings for the subdivision, several letters were received from neighbors expressing their concern regarding drainage. In the previously proposed request to subdivide the lot (since withdrawn), the applicant proposed containment cisterns as a method of controlling water run-off. Willdan Engineering, City's contracted engineering firm, reviewed the proposed containment system and deemed it adequate to protect the down hill properties from water run-off from the site. The proposed system for the subdivision would have stored all new volume of water in underground cisterns, which would have been located under the driveway of each property. The run-off would have first passed through a pre- treatment system and then entered into the cisterns. An overflow system would have been installed to address times when the volume exceeded the capacity in the tanks, such as a pump, which would have released the excess volume, possibly for irrigation. The proposed cisterns would not have released more volume into the canyon than is currently released from the vacant lot. As the request for Subdivision has been withdrawn and one residence is being proposed on the lot, the applicant is proposing a 500 square foot biofiltration unit to filter stormwater, not contain it, as a cistern would do. The proposed drainage method will be reviewed by the Building Department, whose staff will advise the applicant if it meets building code requirements. This project is subject to the City's Low Impact Development Ordinance, due to land development activities for construction of a new single-family residence where one acre or more of land is disturbed, and where the project adds 10,000 square feet or more of impervious surface. (Chapter 8.32 of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code). 8. The applicant proposes a new driveway off of Crest Road East. Per the Fire Department requirement, the driveway will be 20' wide and include a turn -around area to accommodate fire truck access (to accommodate a fire truck three-point turn). The proposed driveway is 10,650 square feet and covers 27.93% of the front setback. Per Section 17.16.150B driveways shall not cover more than 20% of the area of the setback in which they are located. Therefore, the applicant is applying for a Variance. The Traffic ZC NO. 902 Commission will review the driveway access at their May 26th meeting, and staff will report their findings to the Planning Commission at that time. A not to exceed 3' high retaining wall is proposed along the north side of the driveway, which will connect to the east wall of the detached garage. A 750 square foot parking pad in front of the residence, and adjacent to the circular driveway is proposed to accommodate guest parking. Both meet Zoning Code provisions. 9. A 510 square foot outdoor kitchen, 5,250 square feet of patios, 2,555 square feet of attached covered porches, mostly along the rear of the residence and one at the guest house, a 900 square foot pool/spa, a 50 square foot pool equipment area, a 400 square foot trellis by the tennis court and a 175 square foot trellis at the guest house and 96 square foot service yard are also proposed. A 1,000 square foot future stable and corral set aside area is proposed as part of the tennis court building pad that will be accessed by both a 6' wide future stable access on a 25% slope, and via a proposed (for pedestrians) 770 square foot stairway with 3' high maximum walls that join the residence pad and the sports court pad. 10. Also proposed is a 7,150 square foot sports court with a 4' high maximum retaining wall along the north and east side of the court. Section 17.16.210 (A)(7) of the Zoning Ordinance contains conditions for recreational game courts, subject to approval of a conditional use permit. These conditions, listed below, are intended to ensure that such structures: are ancillary recreational uses, do not eliminate an existing or future development for a stable, do not create visual or other impacts and blend in with the existing topography and landscape or views. Recreational Game Courts are defined as: tennis, racquetball and squash courts, and any other fenced, enclosed, paved or hard -surfaced areas used for recreational purposes. They shall adhere to the following conditions: REQUIREMENTS: PROPOSED: A legally required and accessible stable and corral area shall be provided; There is proposed future stable and corral A game court shall not be located in the front yard or any setback; Proposed project is not in setback or front yard. A game court shall not be located within fifty feet of any paved road or street easements; Proposed project is not located within fifty feet of any paved road or street easements. Retaining walls constructed for a game court shall not exceed four feet in height at any point along the wall; retaining walls shall not be exposed to the exterior; and if necessary to minimize the visual impact, the game A 4 foot high maximum retaining wall is proposed along the north and east side of the tennis court only. ZC NO. 902 court surface shall be inset or sunken below grade; The construction of a game court shall conform to the lot coverage limitations as set forth in Section 17.16.070; A game court shall not be located on a slope that exceeds a 2:1 grade; A game court shall not be located on the side or bottom of a canyon or in the path of a natural drainage course; All development standards for coverage are within the permitted standards. Existing slope in court location does not exceed 2:1 gradient. Location of proposed court is not in a canyon or in a natural drainage course. The proposed court is partially on an existing knoll Grading is proposed to be balanced on site; however a Variance is requested because total grading will be greater than 750 c.y. of dirt. It is proposed at 3,050 c.y. of cut and 475 c.y of fill with 1,000 c.y. for over -excavation and 1,000 c.y. for compaction for a total of 5,525 c.y. Graded area for the proposed court does exceed 10,000 sq.ft. at 14,000 square feet and a variance is requested. When grading is required for a game court, cutting and filling shall be balanced on site and shall not exceed a total cut and fill of 750 cubic yards; When grading is required for a game court, cutting and filling shall be balanced on site and shall not exceed 10,000 square feet; The existing topography, flora and natural features of the site shall be retained to the greatest extent possible; Drainage systems shall be incorporated into the game court and shall be approved by the City Engineer; This is a large lot and much of the lot will remain undisturbed. Drainage will be submitted to Building and Safety for review and approval. The court slopes towards the rear and will drain into the biofiltration unit. Detailed landscaping plan is required during project plan -check. Conceptual plan shows screening must be submitted. Standard condition of approval to require that the applicant submit detailed plans and a bond or similar financial deposit for landscaping. A game court shall be adequately screened on all four sides; Landscape screening shall include native or other drought -tolerant mature trees and shrubs, which shall be maintained in a healthy condition. The landscape screening shall not exceed the mature height determined by the Planning Commission or City Council Landscaping shall not interfere with the viewscape of surrounding properties or pursuant to Chapter 17.26; Landscaping to be planted around court perimeter to be designed to screen the perimeter fencing. RHCA allows maximum 10 -foot fence. Standard condition to be placed in Game court lighting shall not be ZC NO. 902 permitted; resolution prohibiting lighting. Design and construction of a game court shall include methods to mitigate visual and noise impacts. Landscaping plan to be required buffering the development. Daytime use only will minimize noise. 11. An 800 square foot guest house is proposed. Section 17.16.210 (A)(5) of the Zoning Ordinance contains conditions for a guest house, subject to approval of a conditional use permit. These conditions, listed below, are intended to ensure that such structures are ancillary uses, do not eliminate an existing or future development for a stable and are not converted to other than permitted uses. REQUIREMENTS PROPOSED Shall not exceed eight hundred square feet An 800 square foot guest house is proposed. Shall not be located in the front yard or any setback. The guest house is proposed in the front yard and requires a Variance. A kitchenette and sanitary facility consisting of a shower, sink and toilet shall be permitted. * The applicant proposes an 800 square foot guest house with two interior bathrooms. Staff has determined that the Municipal Code allows for one sanitary facility only (a toilet, sink, and shower), not two. The applicant requested direction from the Planning Commission. No vehicular access or paved parking area shall be developed within fifty feet of the guest house. The driveway is more than fifty feet away. Occupancy of the guest house shall be limited to persons employed on the premises, the immediate family of the occupants of the main residence or by the temporary guests of the occupants of the main residence. No temporary guest may remain in occupancy for more than thirty days in any six-month period. This is a standard condition of approval. Renting of a guest house is prohibited. This is a standard condition of approval. *The Planning Department submitted a Staff Report for the Planning Commission's consideration to determine if more than one sanitary facility should be allowed in guest houses. ZC NO. 902 12. A 770 square foot detached garage is proposed. Section 17.16.210 (A)(4) of the Zoning Ordinance contains conditions for a detached garage, subject to approval of a conditional use permit. These conditions, listed below, are intended to ensure that such structures are ancillary uses, do not eliminate an existing or future development for a stable and are not converted to other than permitted uses. REQUIREMENTS PROPOSED Shall not be located in the front yard or any setback Not located in front yard or setback A sink and toilet are permitted Not proposed A kitchen or kitchenette shall not be permitted Not proposed No sleeping quarters or renting of the structure shall be permitted Standard condition The Planning Commission shall have the ability to limit the size of the detached garage in relationship to the size of the residence, topography, size of the lot and other conditions Planning Commission may limit the size 13. The proposed disturbed area of the lot will be 39.99%, which at the maximum allowed disturbance of 40% (Municipal Code 17.16.070B). Grading for this project is proposed to be 12,510 cubic yards of cut and 12,510 cubic yards of fill, 19,500 cubic yards of over -excavation, and 19,500 cubic yards of recompaction, for a total of 64,020 cubic yards of dirt and will be balanced on site. The cut/excavation will occur at the driveway, yard areas, and 4,800 cubic yards from the basement excavation. The fill will primarily be placed at the south side of the residential pad with 11,125 cubic yards accounting for yard areas, and 18,500 cubic yards recompaction. The tennis court pad requires a cut of 4,050 cubic yards and fill of 1,475 cubic yards (including over - excavation and recompaction) and a Variance is required as the graded area for the court is proposed at 14,000 square feet and the total dirt quantities exceed the maximum permitted at 750 cubic yards.. Maximum fill will be 11' at the west side of the proposed residence, 5' fill at the east side of the driveway, 11' fill south of the residence for pool decking and staircase terraced area, and 11'fill south of the guest house. Maximum cut will be 13' at the west side of the proposed residence, 14.5' cut at the west side of the tennis court, 11' cut at the east side near the driveway, 12' cut for the terraced staircase leading to the tennis court, 11' cut leading to the stable area, and 12' cut south of the guest house. 14. Two building pads are proposed. The residential building pad is proposed at 48,780 square feet and will have coverage of 17,736 square feet or 36.4% with allowed deductions. This pad includes all the structures minus the tennis court and future ZC NO. 902 stable. Pad 2 for the sports court and future stable is proposed at 10,650 square feet with 8,000 square feet of coverage or 71.4% with allowed deductions for the trellis. 15. The structural net lot coverage is proposed at 26,016 square feet or 9.9%, (20% max. permitted); and the total lot coverage including the structures and all hardscape and flatwork will be 46,546 square feet or 17.7% (35% max. permitted) excluding allowable deductions. 16. In describing the criteria to be satisfied for a variance to exceed the maximum permitted grading quantity and area for the sports court, the applicant's representative states that the future stable set -aside is on this pad and the area would have to be graded for the stable in the future, as there is no location on the upper pad for the stable and they are utilizing the flattest areas of the remaining lot to locate the tennis court while also having it out of the view shed of the residence and the neighbors. They advise it is sunk further into the hillside to create this effect, which increases the grading to above 750 cubic yards over a larger area. In response to justification for a variance to locate the guest house in front of the leading edge of the house the applicant's agent states in part that the existing lot in spite of it being over 7 acres has the majority of its topography at 2;1 or greater slopes. This has forced the house to be long and narrow to fit on the pad and does not allow for any room to the rear of the lot to built accessory structures that would be conveniently located to the house. There are canyons on both sides of the lot and the guest house will still be approximately 250' to the nearest structure on adjacent lots. As for the 27.9% of the driveway located in the front setback, the applicant's representative states in part that the driveway will stay higher in elevation closest to Crest Road, so that the flattest pad further down could be utilized for the residence. Although the driveway will be closer to Crest Rd., it still be 10' lower than the road. 17. It will be required that the utility lines to the residence, guest house, and garages be placed underground. 18. Rolling Hills Community Association will review this project at a later date. 19. When reviewing a development application the Planning Commission must consider whether the proposed project meets the criteria for a Site Plan Review, Conditional Use Permit, and Variances, and must find that the proposed uses are consistent with the General Plan and development standards of the City, including provision for open space and maintaining rural environment and that the uses will not adversely affect adjacent properties. ZC NO. 902 ZC NO. 902 SITE PLAN REVIEW EXISTING PROPOSED RA -S- 2 ZONE SETBACKS VACANT LOT NEW RESIDENCE WITH ACCESSORY STRUCTURES, SPORTS COURT, DETACHED GARAGE, GUEST HOUSE Front: 50 ft. from front easement line Side: 35 ft. from property line Rear: 50 ft. from rear easement line STRUCTURES Residence Basement Garage attached Garage detached Pool/spa Pool Equip. Guest House Stable Recreation Court Att. Cov. Porches Entryway Trellis Outdoor Kitchen 0 sq.ft. 0 sq.ft 0 sq.ft 0 sq.ft 0 sq.ft 0 sq.ft 0 sq.ft 0 sq.ft 0 sq.ft 0 sq.ft 0 sq.ft 0 sq.ft 0 sq.ft Residence *Basement 14' Garage attached Garage detached Pool/spa Pool Equip. Guest House Stable (future) Recreation Court Att. Cov. Porches Entryway Trellises Outdoor Kitchen Service Yard 11,500 sq.ft. 11,500 sq.ft. 770 sq.ft. 770 sq.ft. 900 sq.ft. 50 sq.ft. 800 sq.ft 450 sq.ft 7,150 sq.ft 2,555 sq.ft. 410 sq.ft. 575 sq.ft. 510 sq.ft. 96 sq.ft (Site Plan Review required if size of structure increases by at least 1,000 sq.ft. and has the effect of increasing the size of the structure by more than 25% in a 36 -month period). TOTAL 0 sq.ft. TOTAL 26,536 sq.ft STRUCTURAL LOT COVERAGE 0% 26,016 sf w/allowances 9.9% of 262,368 sq.ft. net lot area (20% maximum) TOTAL LOT COVERAGE 0% 46,546 w/allowances or 17.7% of 262,368 sq ft. net lot area (35% maximum) BUILDING PADS (30% guideline) N/A N/A 36.36% of 48,780 sq.ft. pad 71.36% of 10,650 sq.ft pad Residential Tennis Court GRADING N/A 12,510 cy cut,12,510 cy fill, 19,500 cy overexcavation, 19,500 cy recompaction = balanced on site. • Site Plan Review required if excavation and/or fill or combination thereof that is more than 3 feet in depth and covers more than 2,000 sq.ft.) must be balanced on site. DISTURBED AREA N/A 39.99% (104,915sq.ft. of the net lot area) (40% maximum; any graded building pad area, any remedial grading (temporary disturbance), any graded slopes and building pad areas, and any nongraded area where impervious surfaces exist.) STABLE (min. 450 SQ.FT. N/A 450 sq. ft. 550 sq. ft. & 550 SQ.FT. CORRAL) `STABLE ACCESS N/A Proposed from Residence Pad ROADWAY ACCESS N/ A Off Crest Road East VIEWS N/A Planning Commission condition PLANTS AND ANIMALS N/A Planning Commission condition *Basements are not included in calculation for structural square footage. ZC NO. 902 ZC NO. 902 NEARBY PROPERTIES (For information onl Address House size in sq.ft. Lot Area (gross acres) 16 Crest Road E. 5,460* 1.51 17 Crest Road E. 8,796* (under construction) 9.64 18 Crest Road E. 6,700* 3.84 22 Crest Road E. 10,367* 5.34 26 Crest Road E. 3,904 4.76 29 Crest Road E. 4,766* 6.57 30 Crest Road E. 6,572* 4.72 34 Crest Road E. 6,387 4.87 56 Portuguese Bend Road 2,270 3.21 58 Portuguese Bend Road 2,166 6.96 Average 5,739 5.14 23 Crest Road. E 11,500 Proposed 7.05 NOTE: The above do not include garages, basements or accessory structures. SOURCES: Assessors' records * City records CRITERIA FOR APPROVAL OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT: 17.42.050 Basis for approval or denial of conditional use permit. The Commission (and Council on appeal), in acting to approve a conditional use permit application, may impose conditions as are reasonably necessary to ensure the project is consistent with the General Plan, compatible with surrounding land use, and meets the provisions and intent of this title. In making such a determination, the hearing body shall find that the proposed use is in general accord with the following principles and standards: A. That the proposed conditional use is consistent with the General Plan; B. That the nature, condition and development of adjacent uses, buildings and structures have been considered, and that the use will not adversely affect or be materially detrimental to these adjacent uses, building or structures; C. That the site for the proposed conditional use is of adequate size and shape to accommodate the use and buildings proposed; D. That the proposed conditional use complies with all applicable development standards of the zone district; E. That the proposed use is consistent with the portions of the Los Angeles County Hazardous Waste Management Plan relating to siting arid siting criteria for hazardous waste facilities; F. That the proposed conditional use observes the spirit and intent of this title. ZC NO. 902 -10- SITE PLAN REVIEW CRITERIA 17.46.010 Purpose. The site plan review process is established to provide discretionary review of certain development projects in the City for the purposes of ensuring that the proposed project is consistent with the City's General Plan; incorporates environmentally and aesthetically sensitive grading practices; preserves existing mature vegetation; is compatible and consistent with the scale, massing and development pattern in the immediate project vicinity; and otherwise preserves and protects the health, safety and welfare of the citizens of Rolling Hills. 17.46.050 Required findings. A. The Commission shall be required to make findings in acting to approve, conditionally approve, or deny a site plan review application. B. No project which requires site plan review approval shall be approved by the Commission, or by the City Council on appeal, unless the following findings can be made: 1. The project complies with and is consistent with the goals and policies of the general plan and all requirements of the zoning ordinance; 2. The project substantially preserves the natural and undeveloped state of the lot by minimizing building coverage. Lot coverage requirements are regarded as maximums, and the actual amount of lot coverage permitted depends upon the existing buildable area of the lot; 3. The project is harmonious in scale and mass with the site, the natural terrain and surrounding residences; 4. The project preserves and integrates into the site design, to the greatest extent possible, existing topographic features of the site, including surrounding native vegetation, mature trees, drainage courses and land forms (such as hillsides and knolls); 5. Grading has been designed to follow natural contours of the site and to minimize the amount of grading required to create the building area; 6. Grading will not modify existing drainage channels nor redirect drainage flow, unless such flow is redirected into an existing drainage course; 7. The project preserves surrounding native vegetation and mature trees and supplements these elements with drought -tolerant landscaping which is compatible with and enhances the rural character of the community, and landscaping provides a buffer or transition area between private and public areas; 8. The project is sensitive and not detrimental to the convenient and safe movement of pedestrians and vehicles; and 9. The project conforms to the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act. ZC NO. 902 -1� CRITERIA FOR VARIANCES 17.38.050 Required findings. In granting a variance, the Commission (and Council on appeal) must make the following findings: A. That there are exceptional or extraordinary circumstances or conditions applicable to the property that do not apply generally to other properties in the same vicinity and zone; 13. That such variance is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of substantial property rights possessed by other properties in the same vicinity and zone but which is denied the property in question; C. That the granting of such variance will not be materially detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity; D. That in granting the variance, the spirit and intent of this title will be observed; E. That the variance does not grant special privilege to the applicant; F. That the variance is consistent with the portions of the County of Los Angeles Hazardous Waste Management Plan relating to siting and siting criteria for hazardous waste facilities; and G. That the variance request is consistent with the general plan of the City of Rolling Hills. SOURCE: City of Rolling Hills Zoning Ordinance ZC NO. 902