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675, Expired - see 749. SPR detache, Resolutions & Approval Conditions This page is part of your document- DO NOT DISCARD A 05 0099674 RECORDED/FILED IN OFFICIAL RECORDS RECORDER'S OFFICE. LOS ANGE1_ES COUNTY CALIFORNIA 11:21 AM JAN 13 2005 TITLE(S) LEAD SHEET � FEE $ 7i; T I D.T.T DAF $ j C-20 CODE 20 CODE 19 CODE 9 Assessor's Identification Number (AIN) To be completed by Examiner OR Title Company in black ink. Number of AIN's Shown THIS FORM NOT TO BE DUPLICATED 05 0099674 LNG HI(( RECORMAILDING REQUESTED BY AND S 0 * CITY OF ROLLING HILLS t3 I1. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD —` ROLLING HILLS, CA 90274 (310) 377-1521 (310) 377-7288 FAX The Registrar-Recorder's Office requires that the form be notarized before recordation. +RecordersUseOnly AFFIDAVIT O F ACCEPTANCE FORM STATE OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES )§§ CITY OF ROLLING HILLS ) ZONING CASE NO. 675 SITE PLAN REVIEW X X VARIANCE X X CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT X X LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT I (We)the undersigned state: I am(We are)the owner(s) of the real property described as follows: 1 ACACIA LANE, ROLLING HILLS, (LOT 25-B-RH), CA 90274 This property is the subject of the above numbered cases and conditions of approval I am (We are)aware of, and accept, all the stated conditions in said ZONING CASE NO.675 SITE PLAN REVIEW X X VARIANCE X X CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT X X LOT LINE ADJUST ENT I (We) ce ' or declare)under the penalty of perjury that the f egoin true and •.rrect. Sin re- : gn. ure a Name.typed or printed Name ty.-d or • • ted cct- I C it A i Adds Add .s '7 l _ City/State City/State 9i)c7/7 ‘ Signatures must be acknowledged by a notary public. State of California ) County of Los Angeles )Onf (,•d ,,p?0(f/beforeme, .-1 ScCO-tE personally appeared Pk4 Lisp //(C5}'3 L S L fe lo +-CairO L C I ( e_Y) personally known to me (or proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence) to be the person(s) whose name(s) is/are subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he/she/they executed the same in his/her/their authorized capacity(ies) and that by his/her/their signature(s) on the instrument the person(s), or the entity upon behalf of which the persons acted, executed the instrument. w" �-� • 1 MEGAN SCOTt < Witness by hand and official s al. �q �t-y��j.•p Comm.#1435981 rn w ; i�=r-�' V• NOTARY PUBLIC•CALIFORNIA w ,a,WYTr Los Angeles County Signature of Notary.0 My Comm.Ezplres August24,2 007i� 9 SEE EXHIBIT "A" ATTACHED HERETO AND MADE A PART HEREOF • � y • • CA ( 1 �-- RESOLUTION NO. 2004-01. 05-0 67 4 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING A SITE PLAN REVIEW REQUEST FOR GRADING IN ORDER TO CONSTRUCT A STABLE, A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO CONVERT AN EXISTING STABLE INTO A CARRIAGE HOUSE AND ADD THERETO, AND A VARIANCE TO ENCROACH WITH THE CARRIAGE HOUSE INTO THE FRONT YARD SETBACK AT AN EXISTING SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE IN ZONING CASE NO. 675 AT 1 ACACIA LANE, LOT 25-B-RH, (LIEB). THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS DOES HEREBY FIND, RESOLVE AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. Applications were duly filed by Mr. and Mrs. Lieb with respect to real property located at 1 Acacia Lane,Rolling Hills (Lot 25-B-RH) requesting a site plan review request to construct a 768 square foot stable, which requires grading of 284 cubic yards of cut and 284 cubic yards of fill, to convert an existing stable/gym structure to a carriage house and to add 770 square feet thereto, which would encroach into the front yard setback. The existing stable/gym structure already encroaches into the front yard setback, Section 2. The Planning Commission conducted duly noticed public hearings to consider the applications on November 18, and December 16, 2003, and at a field trip visit on December 13, 2003. The applicants were notified of the public hearings in writing by first class mail and were in attendance. Evidence was heard and presented from all persons interested in affecting said proposal, and from members of the City staff and the Planning Commission having reviewed, analyzed and studied said proposal. Section 3. The property is developed with a 4,864 square foot residence, 748 square foot garage, 2,250 square foot mixed-use structure approved in 1994 as a stable and a gym, service yard and a riding ring. Section 4. In 1983 the Planning Commission granted a Variance to construct a stable, which encroached into the front yard setback. In 1994 the applicants were granted a Conditional Use Permit to convert the stable into a mixed-use structure to be used as a stable and a gym and a Site Plan Review for a 2,300 square foot addition to the residence. The gym was to be located in the part of the structure, which is not located in • the setback, and therefore, a Variance for encroachment was not required. Section 5. The property is irregular in shape and it abuts four streets, Portuguese Bend Road to the east, Palos Verdes Drive North to the north, Acacia Road to the west and Acacia Lane to the south. The City's tennis courts are to the east of the property. Section 6. The Planning Commission finds that the project qualifies as a Class 4 Exemption (State of CA Guidelines, Section 15304 - Minor Land Alteration) and is Reso.2004-01 1 • • • �'- O5 -0099674 therefore categorically exempt from environmental review under the California Environmental Quality.Act. Section 7. Section 17.46.030 requires a plan development to be submitted for site plan review and approval before any development requiring a grading permit or any building or structure may be constructed or any expansion, addition, alteration or repair to existing buildings may be made which involve changes to grading or an increase to the size of the building or structure by at least 1,000 square feet and has the effect of increasing the size of the building by more than twenty-five percent (25%) in any thirty-six (36) month period. With respect to the Site Plan Review application requesting construction of the stable and the addition to the existing structure at an existing single-family residence, 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 structures comply with the General Plan requirement of low profile, low-density residential development with sufficient open space between surrounding structures, and for equestrian facilities. The project conforms to Zoning Code setback requirements with the Variance approved in Section 11 of this Resolution.The lot has a net area of 77,630 square feet, as calculated for development purposes and is level. The size of the existing and proposed structures will be 9,496 square feet, which constitutes 12.2% of the net lot area, which is within the maximum 20% structural lot coverage permitted. The total lot coverage including paved areas and driveways will be 15,564 square feet which equals 20.1% of the net lot, which is within the 35% maximum overall lot coverage permitted. The proposed project is screened from the road so as to reduce the visual impact of the development. B. The project substantially preserves the natural and undeveloped state of the lot by minimizing building coverage. The topography and the configuration of the lot, has been considered, and it was determined that the proposed development will not adversely affect or be materially detrimental to adjacent uses, buildings, or structures because the proposed construction will be constructed on an existing building pads, will be the least intrusive to surrounding properties, will be screened and landscaped with mature trees and shrubs, are of sufficient distance from nearby residences so that it will not impact the view or privacy of surrounding neighbors, and will permit the owners to enjoy their property without deleterious infringement on the rights of surrounding property owners. C. The proposed development, as conditioned, is harmonious in scale and mass with the site, and is consistent with the scale of the neighborhood when compared to properties in the vicinity. The proposed structures will follow the pattern and style of the original residence. The entire lot is flat and therefore has the appearance of spaciousness. D. The development plan incorporates existing trees and native vegetation to the maximum extent feasible. No trees or native vegetation will be lost to the new development. Reso. 2004-01 2 • 05-0099674 E. The development. plan substantially preserves the natural and undeveloped state of the lot by minimizing building coverage because the new structures will not cause the lot to look overdeveloped. The proposed stable and carriage house addition were designed to minimize lot coverage. Significant portions of the lot will be left undeveloped. F. The proposed development is sensitive and not detrimental to the convenience and safety of circulation for pedestrians and vehicles because the proposed project will not change the existing circulation pattern and will utilize existing driveways. G. -The project is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act. Section 8. Based upon the foregoing findings and the evidence in the record, the Planning Commission hereby approves the Site Plan Review application for Zoning Case No. 675 for the proposed structures, subject to the conditions contained in Section 13 of this Resolution. Section 9. Section 17.16.210(A)(4) of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code permits approval of a detached garage (carriage house) under certain conditions, provided the Planning Commission approves a Conditional Use Permit. The applicant is requesting to convert the existing 2,250 square foot stable/gym to a carriage house, and add 770 square feet thereto. A portion of this addition will be located in the front yard setback. With respect to this request for a Conditional Use Permit, the Planning Commission finds as follows: A. The granting of a Conditional Use Permit for the conversion of a stable/gym would be consistent with the purposes and objectives of the Zoning Ordinance and General Plan because the use is consistent with similar uses in the community and is a permitted use with a CUP. The area proposed for the carriage house is already developed and such use will not change the existing configuration of structures on the lot. B. The nature, condition, and development of adjacent uses, buildings, and structures have been considered, and the conversion of the stable/gym to a carriage house will not adversely affect or be materially detrimental to these adjacent uses, buildings, or structures because the proposed use will be nestled behind existing trees and is of sufficient distance from nearby residences so that the carriage house will not impact the view or privacy of surrounding neighbors. C. The project is harmonious in scale and mass with the site, the natural terrain, and surrounding residences because the carriage house will comply with the low profile residential development pattern of the community and the structure already exists. D. The proposed conditional use complies with all applicable development standards of the zone district, except for the encroachment, as approved by this Resolution,because it is a permitted use under the Municipal Code. Reso.2004-01 3 05-0099674 E. The proposed conditional 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 because the project site is not listed on the current State of California Hazardous Waste and Substances Sites List. F. The proposed conditional use observes the spirit and intent of Title 17 of the Zoning Code because a new stable and corral will be constructed at the same time as this conversion takes place. Section 10. Based upon the foregoing findings and the evidence in the record, the Planning Commission hereby approves a Conditional Use Permit for the conversion of the stable/gym structure to a carriage house, subject to the conditions contained in Section 13 of this Resolution. Section 11. Section 17.16.110 requires that the front yard setback be fifty (50) feet from the roadway easement line. The applicants request to add 770 square feet to the proposed carriage house, of which 347 square feet would encroach into the front yard setback. Approximately 573 square feet of the existing structure already encroaches into the front yard setback. With respect to this request for a Variance, the Planning Commission finds as follows: A. There are exceptional and extraordinary circumstances and conditions applicable to the property or to the intended use that do not apply generally to the other property or class of use in the same zone because the lot irregular in shape, abuts four different streets and is already developed with a structure in this location. The location of the carriage house is desired so as to preserve nearly all of the existing open space of the rear of the property unaffected, which contains a riding ring. B. The Variance is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of a substantial property right possessed by other property in the same vicinity and zone, but which is denied to the property in question. The Variance will permit the development of the property in a manner similar to development patterns on surrounding properties. The location of the building pad and the development pattern of the remaining structures on site, especially the driveways dictate that the proposed carriage house be located in the front and replace the existing structure. C. The granting of the Variance will not be materially detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to the property or improvements in such vicinity and zone in which the property is located because the proposed development will not be visible to neighbors and will permit the owners to enjoy their property without deleterious infringement on the rights of surrounding property owners. Section 12. Based upon the foregoing findings and the evidence in the record, the Planning Commission hereby approves a Variance for Zoning Case No. 675 to permit. the construction of an addition, which would encroach into the front yard setback, subject to the conditions specified in Section 13 of this Resolution. Reso.2004-01 4 • •o5--)o99674 Section 13 The Site Plan Review approval regarding the grading for the stable and addition to the carriage house approved in Section 8 of this Resolution, the Conditional Use Permit regarding the conversion of a stable/gym into a carriage house approved in Section 10, and the Variance regarding the location of the carriage house approved in Section 12 of this Resolution are subject to the following conditions: A. The Site Plan Review, Variance, and Conditional Use Permit approvals shall expire within one year from the effective date of approval as defined in Sections 17.38.070(A), 17.42.070(A), and 17.46.080(A) of the Zoning Ordinance unless otherwise extended pursuant to the requirements of those sections. B. If any conditions of approval are violated, this approval shall be suspended and the privileges granted hereunder shall lapse; provided that the applicants have been given written notice to cease such violation, the opportunity for a hearing has been provided, and if requested, has been held,and thereafter the applicant fails to correct the violation within a period of thirty (30) days from the date of the City's determination. C. All requirements of the Building Code, the Zoning Ordinance, and of the zone in which the subject property is located must be complied with, unless otherwise set forth in this approval. D. The lot shall be developed and maintained in substantial conformance with the site plan, dated November 6, 2003, except as otherwise provided in these conditions. E. Structural lot coverage shall not exceed 9,496 square feet or 12.2% in conformance with structural lot coverage limitations. F. Total lot coverage of structures and paved areas shall not exceed 15,564 square feet or 20.1% in conformance with lot coverage limitations. G. The disturbed area of the lot shall not exceed 15,564 square feet or 20.1% in conformance with disturbed area limitations. H. Residential building pad coverage on the 52,812 square foot residential building pad shall not exceed 9,496 square feet or 18.0%. I. The carriage house shall not exceed 3,020 square feet of floor area, and no more than 347 square feet of the addition may encroach into the front yard setback. J. Grading for the project shall not exceed 284 cubic yards of cut soil and 284 cubic yards of fill soil. Grading shall be balanced on site and shall preserve the existing flora to the greatest extent possible. K. The proposed stable shall be one story and shall not exceed 14 feet in height to the highest ridgeline. Access to the stable shall be provided from Acacia Road and shall not exceed 25% slope. Reso. 2004-01 5 • 05.0099674 L. All graded areas shall be landscaped. Landscaping shall incorporate and preserve, to the maximum extent feasible, the existing trees and shrubs and provide for natural landscape screening surrounding the proposed stable and corral. M. Landscaping shall include water efficient irrigation, to the maximum extent feasible, that incorporates a low gallonage irrigation system, utilizes automatic. controllers, incorporates an irrigation design using "hydrozones," considers slope factors and climate conditions in design, and utilizes means to reduce water waste resulting from runoff and overspray in accordance with Section 17.27.020 (Water Efficient Landscaping Requirements) of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code. N. Landscaping for the project shall be designed using native trees and shrubs. The trees,when planted, shall be mature and which at full maturity shall not obstruct views of neighboring properties but, shall obscure the stable. O. During construction, dust control measures shall be used to stabilize the soil from wind erosion and reduce dust and objectionable odors generated by construction activities in accordance with South Coast Air Quality Management District, Los Angeles County and local ordinances and engineering practices. P. During construction, conformance with local ordinances and engineering practices so that people or property is not exposed to landslides, mudflows, erosion, or land subsidence shall be required. Q. During construction, conformance with the air quality management district requirements, storm water pollution prevention practices, county and local ordinances and engineering practices so that people or property are not exposed to undue vehicle trips, noise, dust, objectionable odors, landslides, mudflows, erosion, or land subsidence shall be required. R. During construction, the Erosion Control Plan containing the elements set forth in Section 7010 of the 1998 County of Los Angeles Uniform Building Code shall be followed to minimize erosion and to protect slopes and channels to control storm water pollution as required by the County of Los Angeles. S. During and after construction, all parking shall take place on the project site. T. 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. U. The property owners shall be required to conform to the Regional Water Quality Control Board and County Health Department requirements for the installation and maintenance of septic tank facilities. Reso.2004-01 6 • • O5-00996?4 • V. The property owners shall be required to conform to the Regional Water Quality Control Board and County Public Works Department Best Management ci Practices (BMP's) related to solid waste and storm water pollution prevention. W. The project must be reviewed and approved by the Rolling Hills Community Association Architectural Review Committee prior to the issuance of any grading or building permits. X. The working drawings submitted to the County Department of Building and Safety for plan check review shall conform to the development plan described in Condition D. Y. Prior to granting a final inspection and/or certificate of occupancy, utility lines to the carriage house and the stable shall be placed underground. Z. The City's and the Community Association's requirements related to outdoor lighting, roofing material and construction and all other requirements shall be complied with. AA. Prior to the submittal of an applicable final grading plan to the County of Los Angeles for plan check, a detailed grading and drainage plan with related geology, soils and hydrology reports that conform to the development plan as approved by the Planning Commission must be submitted to the Rolling Hills Planning Department staff for their review. AB. The applicants shall execute an Affidavit of Acceptance of all conditions of the Variance, Conditional Use Permit and Site Plan Review approvals, pursuant to Section 17.38.060, or the approval shall not be effective. AC. All conditions, when applicable, of the Variance, Conditional Use Permit and Site Plan Review approvals must be complied with prior to the issuance of a grading or building permit from the County of Los Angeles. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 20th DA OF JANUARY, 2004 AR EL WITTE,CHAIRMAN ATTEST: I( M-1 MARILYN' DEPUTY CITY CLERK Reso. 2004-01 7 • • — 674 s. STATE OF CALIFORNIA) COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) §§ CITY OF ROLLING HILLS) I certify that the foregoing Resolution 2004-01 entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING A SITE PLAN REVIEW REQUEST FOR GRADING IN ORDER TO CONSTRUCT A STABLE, A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO CONVERT AN EXISTING STABLE INTO A CARRIAGE HOUSE AND ADD THERETO, AND A VARIANCE TO ENCROACH WITH THE CARRIAGE HOUSE INTO THE FRONT YARD SETBACK AT AN EXISTING SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE IN ZONING CASE NO. 675 AT 1 ACACIA LANE,LOT 25-B-RH, (LIEB). was approved and adopted at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission on January 20,2004 by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners DeRoy, Hankins, Margeta, Sommer and Chairman Witte. NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. • and in compliance with the laws of California was posted at the following: Administrative Offices. 1<q.1v►-`> DEPUTY CITY CLERK Reso.2004-01 8 S RESOLUTION NO. 2005-04. A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS APPROVING A MODIFICATION TO PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2004-01 AND APPROVING AN EXTENSION TO PREVIOUSLY APPROVED SITE PLAN REVIEW REQUEST FOR GRADING IN ORDER TO CONSTRUCT A STABLE; A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO CONVERT AN EXISTING STABLE INTO A CARRIAGE HOUSE AND ADD THERETO; AND A VARIANCE TO ENCROACH WITH THE CARRIAGE HOUSE INTO THE FRONT YARD SETBACK AT AN EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE IN ZONING CASE NO. 675 AT 1 ACACIA LANE, LOT 25-B-RH, (LIEB). THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS DOES HEREBY FIND,RESOLVE AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. A request has been filed by Mr. and Mrs. Lieb with respect to real property located at 1 Acacia Lane (Lot 25-B-RH), Rolling Hills requesting an extension to previously approved Site Plan Review request for grading in order to construct a stable, a conditional use permit to convert an existing stable into a carriage house and add thereto, and a variance to encroach with the carriage house into the front yard setback at an existing single-family residence. Section 2. The Commission considered this item at a meeting on January 18, 2005 at which time information was presented indicating that additional time is needed to process the development application through the County departments. Section 3. Based upon information and evidence submitted, the Planning Commission does hereby amend Paragraph A, Section 13 of Resolution No. 2004-01, dated January 20, 2004, to read as follows: "A. The Site Plan Review, Conditional Use Permit and Variance approvals shall expire within three years from the effective date of approval, unless work commences within that time period, as defined in Section 17.46.080, 17.38.070 and 17.42.070 of the Zoning Ordinance." Section 4. Except as herein amended, the provisions and conditions of Resolution No. 2004-01 shall continue to be in full force and effect. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 18th DAY OF JANUARY 2005. 1)& ROGER OMMER, CHAIRMAN ATTEST: MARILYN ERN, DEPUTY CITY CLERK STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) §§ CITY OF ROLLING HILLS ) I certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 2005-04 entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS APPROVING A MODIFICATION TO PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2004-01 AND APPROVING AN EXTENSION TO PREVIOUSLY APPROVED SITE PLAN REVIEW REQUEST FOR GRADING IN ORDER TO CONSTRUCT A STABLE, A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO CONVERT AN EXISTING STABLE INTO A CARRIAGE HOUSE AND ADD THERETO, AND. A VARIANCE TO ENCROACH WITH THE CARRIAGE HOUSE INTO THE FRONT YARD SETBACK AT AN EXISTING SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE IN ZONING CASE NO. 675 AT 1 ACACIA LANE,LOT 25-B-RH, (LIEB). was approved and adopted at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission on January 18, 2005 by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioner DeRoy,Hankins, Margeta,Witte and Chairman Sommer. NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. and in compliance with the laws of California was posted at the following: Administrative Offices ,-(w14.) DEPUTY CITY CLERK • • RESOLUTION NO. 2004-01. A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING A SITE PLAN REVIEW REQUEST FOR GRADING IN ORDER TO CONSTRUCT A STABLE, A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO CONVERT AN EXISTING STABLE INTO A CARRIAGE HOUSE AND ADD THERETO, AND A VARIANCE TO ENCROACH WITH THE CARRIAGE HOUSE INTO THE FRONT YARD SETBACK AT AN EXISTING SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE IN ZONING CASE NO. 675 AT 1 ACACIA LANE,LOT 25-B-RH, (LIEB). THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS DOES HEREBY FIND,RESOLVE AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. Applications were duly filed by Mr. and Mrs. Lieb with respect to real property located at 1 Acacia Lane, Rolling Hills (Lot 25-B-RH) requesting a site plan review request to construct a 768 square foot stable,which requires grading of 284 cubic yards of cut and 284 cubic yards of fill, to convert an existing stable/gym structure to a carriage house and to add 770 square feet thereto, which would encroach into the front yard setback. The existing stable/gym structure already encroaches into the front yard setback, Section 2. The Planning Commission conducted duly noticed public hearings to consider the applications on November 18, and December 16, 2003, and at a field trip visit on December 13, 2003. The applicants were notified of the public hearings in writing by first class mail and were in attendance. Evidence was heard and presented from all persons interested in affecting said proposal, and from members of the City staff and the Planning Commission having reviewed, analyzed and studied said proposal. Section 3. The property is developed with a 4,864 square foot residence, 748 square foot garage, 2,250 square foot mixed-use structure approved in 1994 as a stable and a gym, service yard and a riding ring. Section 4. In 1983 the Planning Commission granted a Variance to construct a stable, which encroached into the front yard setback. In 1994 the applicants were granted a Conditional Use Permit to convert the stable into a mixed-use structure to be used as a stable and a gym and a Site Plan Review for a 2,300 square foot addition to the residence. The gym was to be located in the part of the structure, which is not located in the setback, and therefore, a Variance for encroachment was not required. Section 5. The property is irregular in shape and it abuts four streets, Portuguese Bend Road to the east, Palos Verdes Drive North to the north, Acacia Road to the west and Acacia Lane to the south. The City's tennis courts are to the east of the property. Section 6. The Planning Commission finds that the project qualifies as a Class 4 Exemption (State of CA Guidelines, Section 15304 - Minor Land Alteration) and is Reso.2004-01 1 • • therefore categorically exempt from environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act. Section 7. Section 17.46.030 requires a development plan to be submitted for site plan review and approval before any development requiring a grading permit or any building or structure may be constructed or any expansion, addition, alteration or repair to existing buildings may be made which involve changes to grading or an increase to the size of the building or structure by at least 1,000 square feet and has the effect of increasing the size of the building by more than twenty-five percent (25%) in any thirty-six (36) month period. With respect to the Site Plan Review application requesting construction of the stable and the addition to the existing structure at an existing single-family residence, 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 structures comply with the General Plan requirement of low profile, low-density residential development with sufficient open space between surrounding structures, and for equestrian facilities. The project conforms to Zoning Code setback requirements with the Variance approved in Section 11 of this Resolution. The lot has a net area of 77,630 square feet, as calculated for development purposes and is level. The size of the existing and proposed structures will be 9,496 square feet,which constitutes 12.2% of the net lot area, which is within the maximum 20% structural lot coverage permitted. The total lot coverage including paved areas and driveways will be 15,564 square feet which equals 20.1% of the net lot, which is within the 35% maximum overall lot coverage permitted. The proposed project is screened from the road so as to reduce the visual impact of the development. B. The project substantially preserves the natural and undeveloped state of the lot by minimizing building coverage. The topography and the configuration of the lot,has been considered, and it was determined that the proposed development will not adversely affect or be materially detrimental to adjacent uses, buildings, or structures because the proposed construction will be constructed on an existing building pads, will be the least intrusive to surrounding properties, will be screened and landscaped with mature trees and shrubs, are of sufficient distance from nearby residences so that it will not impact the view or privacy of surrounding neighbors, and will permit the owners to enjoy their property without deleterious infringement on the rights of surrounding property owners. C. The proposed development, as conditioned, is harmonious in scale and mass with the site, and is consistent with the scale of the neighborhood when compared to properties in the vicinity. The proposed structures will follow the pattern and style of the original residence. The entire lot is flat and therefore has the appearance of spaciousness. D. The development plan incorporates existing trees and native vegetation to the maximum extent feasible. No trees or native vegetation will be lost to the new development. Reso.2004-01 2 • • E. The development plan substantially preserves the natural and undeveloped state of the lot by minimizing building coverage because the new structures will not cause the lot to look overdeveloped. The proposed stable and carriage house addition were designed to minimize lot coverage. Significant portions of the lot will be left undeveloped. F. The proposed development is sensitive and not detrimental to the convenience and safety of circulation for pedestrians and vehicles because the proposed project will not change the existing circulation pattern and will utilize existing driveways. G. The project is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act. Section 8. Based upon the foregoing findings and the evidence in the record, the Planning Commission hereby approves the.Site Plan Review application for Zoning Case No. 675 for the proposed structures, subject to the conditions contained in Section 13 of this Resolution. Section 9. Section 17.16.210(A)(4) of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code permits approval of a detached garage (carriage house) under certain conditions, provided the Planning Commission approves a Conditional Use Permit. The applicant is requesting to convert the existing 2,250 square foot stable/gym to a carriage house, and add 770 square feet thereto. A portion of this addition will be located in the front yard setback. With respect to this request for a Conditional Use Permit, the Planning Commission finds as follows: A. The granting of a Conditional Use Permit for the conversion of a stable/gym would be consistent with the purposes and objectives of the Zoning Ordinance and General Plan because the use is consistent with similar uses in the community and is a permitted use with a CUP. The area proposed for the carriage house is already developed and such use will not change the existing configuration of structures on the lot. B. The nature, condition, and development of adjacent uses, buildings, and structures have been considered, and the conversion of the stable/gym to a carriage house will not adversely affect or be materially detrimental to these adjacent uses, buildings, or structures because the proposed use will be nestled behind existing trees and is of sufficient distance from nearby residences so that the carriage house will not impact the view or privacy of surrounding neighbors. C. The project is harmonious in scale and mass with the site, the natural terrain, and surrounding residences because the carriage house will comply with the low profile residential development pattern of the community and the structure already exists. D. The proposed conditional use complies with all applicable development standards of the zone district, except for the encroachment, as approved by this Resolution,because it is a permitted use under the Municipal Code. Reso.2004-01 3 • • E. The proposed conditional 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 because the project site is not listed on the current State of California Hazardous Waste and Substances Sites List. F. The proposed conditional use observes the spirit and intent of Title 17 of the Zoning Code because a new stable and corral will be constructed at the same time as this conversion takes place. Section 10. Based upon the foregoing findings and the evidence in the record, the Planning Commission hereby approves a Conditional Use Permit for the conversion of the stable/gym structure to a carriage house, subject to the conditions contained in Section 13 of this Resolution. Section 11. Section 17.16.110 requires that the front yard setback be fifty (50) feet from the roadway easement line. The applicants request to add 770 square feet to the proposed carriage house, of which 347 square feet would encroach into the front yard setback. Approximately 573 square feet of the existing structure already encroaches into the front yard setback. With respect to this request for a Variance, the Planning Commission finds as follows: A. There are exceptional and extraordinary circumstances and conditions applicable to the property or to the intended use that do not apply generally to the other property or class of use in the same zone because the lot irregular in shape, abuts four different streets and is already developed with a structure in this location. The location of the carriage house is desired so as to preserve nearly all of the existing open space of the rear of the property unaffected,which contains a riding ring. B. The Variance is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of a substantial property right possessed by other property in the same vicinity and zone, but which is denied to the property in question. The Variance will permit the development of the property in a manner similar to development patterns on surrounding properties. The location of the building pad and the development pattern of the remaining structures on site, especially the driveways dictate that the proposed carriage house be located in the front and replace the existing structure. C. The granting of the Variance will not be materially detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to the property or improvements in such vicinity and zone in which the property is located because the proposed development will not be visible to neighbors and will permit the owners to enjoy their property without deleterious infringement on the rights of surrounding property owners. Section 12. Based upon the foregoing findings and the evidence in the record, the Planning Commission hereby approves a Variance for Zoning Case No. 675 to permit the construction of an addition, which would encroach into the front yard setback, subject to the conditions specified in Section 13 of this Resolution. Reso.2004-01 4 a S Section 13 The Site Plan Review approval regarding the grading for the stable and addition to the carriage house approved in Section 8 of this Resolution, the Conditional Use Permit regarding the conversion of a stable/gym into a carriage house approved in Section 10, and the Variance regarding the location of the carriage house approved in Section 12 of this Resolution are subject to the following conditions: A. The Site Plan Review, Variance, and Conditional Use Permit approvals shall expire within one year from the effective date of approval as defined in Sections 17.38.070(A), 17.42.070(A), and 17.46.080(A) of the Zoning Ordinance unless otherwise extended pursuant to the requirements of those sections. B. If any conditions of approval are violated, this approval shall be suspended and the privileges granted hereunder shall lapse; provided that the applicants have been given written notice to cease such violation, the opportunity for a hearing has been provided, and if requested, has been held, and thereafter the applicant fails to correct the violation within a period of thirty (30) days from the date of the City's determination. C. All requirements of the Building Code, the Zoning Ordinance, and of the zone in which the subject property is located must be complied with, unless otherwise set forth in this approval. D. The lot shall be developed and maintained in substantial conformance with the site plan, dated November 6, 2003, except as otherwise provided in these conditions. E. Structural lot coverage shall not exceed 9,496 square feet or 12.2% in conformance with structural lot coverage limitations. F. Total lot coverage of structures and paved areas shall not exceed 15,564 square feet or 20.1% in conformance with lot coverage limitations. G. The disturbed area of the lot shall not exceed 15,564 square feet or 20.1%0 in conformance with disturbed area limitations. H. Residential building pad coverage on the 52,812 square foot residential building pad shall not exceed 9,496 square feet or 18.0%. I. The carriage house shall not exceed 3,020 square feet of floor area, and no more than 347 square feet of the addition may encroach into the front yard setback. J. Grading for the project shall not exceed 284 cubic yards of cut soil and 284 cubic yards of fill soil. Grading shall be balanced on site and shall preserve the existing flora to the greatest extent possible. K. The proposed stable shall be one story and shall not exceed 14 feet in height to the highest ridgeline. Access to the stable shall be provided from Acacia Road and shall not exceed 25% slope. Reso.2004-01 5 • L. All graded areas shall be landscaped. Landscaping shall incorporate and preserve,to the maximum extent feasible,the existing trees and shrubs and provide for natural landscape screening surrounding the proposed stable and corral. M. Landscaping shall include water efficient irrigation,to the maximum extent feasible,that incorporates a low gallonage irrigation system,utilizes automatic controllers,incorporates an irrigation design using "hydrozones," considers slope factors and climate conditions in design, and utilizes means to reduce water waste resulting from runoff and overspray in accordance with Section 17.27.020 (Water Efficient Landscaping Requirements) of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code. N. Landscaping for the project shall be designed using native trees and shrubs. The trees,when planted, shall be mature and which at full maturity shall not obstruct views of neighboring properties but,shall obscure the stable. O. During construction, dust control measures shall be used to stabilize the soil from wind erosion and reduce dust and objectionable odors generated by construction activities in accordance with South Coast Air Quality Management District, Los Angeles County and local ordinances and engineering practices. P. During construction, conformance with local ordinances and engineering practices so that people or property is not exposed to landslides, mudflows, erosion, or land subsidence shall be required. Q. During construction, conformance with the air quality management district requirements, storm water pollution prevention practices, county and local ordinances and engineering practices so that people or property are not exposed to undue vehicle trips, noise, dust, objectionable odors, landslides, mudflows, erosion, or land subsidence shall be required. R. During construction, the Erosion Control Plan containing the elements set forth in Section 7010 of the 1998 County of Los Angeles Uniform Building Code shall be followed to minimize erosion and to protect slopes and channels to control storm water pollution as required by the County of Los Angeles. S. During and after construction, all parking shall take place on the project site. T. 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. U. The property owners shall be required to conform to the Regional Water Quality Control Board and County Health Department requirements for the installation and maintenance of septic tank facilities. Reso.2004-01 6 V. The property owners shall be required to conform to the Regional Water Quality Control Board and County Public Works Department Best Management Practices (BMP's) related to solid waste and storm water pollution prevention. W. The project must be reviewed and approved by the Rolling Hills Community Association Architectural Review Committee prior to the issuance of any grading or building permits. X. The working drawings submitted to the County Department of Building and Safety for plan check review shall conform to the development plan described in Condition D. Y. Prior to granting a final inspection and/or certificate of occupancy, utility lines to the carriage house and the stable shall be placed underground. Z. The City's and the Community Association's requirements related to outdoor lighting, roofing material and construction and all other requirements shall be complied with. AA. Prior to the submittal of an applicable final grading plan to the County of Los Angeles for plan check, a detailed grading and drainage plan with related geology, soils and hydrology reports that conform to the development plan as approved by the Planning Commission must be submitted to the Rolling Hills Planning Department staff for their review. AB. The applicants shall execute an Affidavit of Acceptance of all conditions of the Variance, Conditional Use Permit and Site Plan Review approvals, pursuant to Section 17.38.060, or the approval shall not be effective. AC. All conditions, when applicable, of the Variance, Conditional Use Permit and Site Plan Review approvals must be complied with prior to the issuance of a grading or building permit from the County of Los Angeles. PASSED,APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 20th DA OF JANUARY,2004 AR EL WITTE,CHAIRMAN ATTEST: n 1( MARILYN KERN, DEPUTY CITY CLERK Reso.2004-01 7 • STATE OF CALIFORNIA) COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) §§ CITY OF ROLLING HILLS) I certify that the foregoing Resolution 2004-01 entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING A SITE PLAN REVIEW REQUEST FOR GRADING IN ORDER TO CONSTRUCT A STABLE, A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO CONVERT AN EXISTING STABLE INTO A CARRIAGE HOUSE AND ADD THERETO, AND A VARIANCE TO ENCROACH WITH THE CARRIAGE HOUSE INTO THE FRONT YARD SETBACK AT AN EXISTING SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE IN ZONING CASE NO. 675 AT 1 ACACIA LANE,LOT 25-B-RH, (LIEB). was approved and adopted at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission on January 20,2004 by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners DeRoy,Hankins,Margeta,Sommer and Chairman Witte. NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. and in compliance with the laws of California was posted at the following: Administrative Offices. DEPUTY CI CLERK Reso.2004-01 8