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July 26, 2005
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Dr. and Mrs. Paul Straub
7 Packsaddle Road East
Rolling Hills, CA 90274
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INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957
NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD
ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274
(310) 377.1521
FAX: (310) 377-7288
E-mail: cityofrh@aol.com
SUBJECT: ZONING CASE NO. 704. Request for a Variance to permit construction of
an addition, which would encroach into the front yard setback at an
existing single family residence at 7 Packsaddle Road East (Lot 27-SF),
Rolling Hills, CA.
Dear Dr. and Mrs. Straub:
This letter shall serve to notify you that the City Council at their regular meeting on July
25, 2005 received and filed the Planning Commission's resolution granting your request
in Zoning Case No. 704.
The decision shall become effective thirty days after the adoption of the resolution by the
Planning Commission, unless an appeal has been filed to the City Council within that
thirty (30) day appeal period. (Section 17.54.010(B) of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code).
Should there be an appeal, the Commission's decision will be stayed until the Council
completes its proceedings in accordance with the provisions of the Municipal Code.
Before this case takes effect you are required to record an Affidavit of Acceptance Form
together with the subject resolution in the Office of the County Recorder.
I have enclosed a copy of RESOLUTION NO. 2005-20, specifying the conditions of
approval set forth by the Planning Commission and the approved Development Plan to
keep for your files. Please complete the enclosed AFFIDAVIT OF ACCEPTANCE
FORM, have the signature(s) notarized, and forward, (or hand deliver), the completed
form and a copy of the Resolution to:
Los Angeles County Registrar -Recorder
Real Estate Records Section
12400 East Imperial Highway
Norwalk, CA 90650
Include a check in the amount of $9.00 for the first page and $3.00 for each additional
page.
Please assure that during construction the contractor adheres to the conditions of the
resolution, including the Traffic Commission's requirements and landscaping
requirements. The City will notify the Los Angeles County Building & Safety Division to
issue permits only after the Affidavit of Acceptance and the Resolution are recorded and
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received by the City and after any conditions of the Resolution required prior to issuance
of building permits are met.
The approval of this project is valid for two years. Therefore, construction must
commence within that two year period, unless an extension is requested and approved
by the Planning Commission prior to expiration of this approval.
Please feel free to call me at (310) 377-1521 if you have any questions.
Sinc rely,
J
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P nning Director
cc: Doug McHattie, Bolton Engineering (first class mail —cover letter only)
Roger North, Architect (first class mail —cover letter only)
Enclosures: AFFIDAVIT OF ACCEPTANCE FORM
RESOLUTION NO. 2005-20
DEVELOPMENT PLAN
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(310) 377-7288 FAX
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AFFIDAVIT OF ACCEPTANCE FORM
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS
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ZONING CASE NO. 704
SITE PLAN REVIEW
VARIANCE
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT
X-x
I (We) the undersigned state:
I am (We are) the owner(s) of the real property described as follows:
7 PACKSADDLE ROAD EAST, ROLLING HILLS, (LOT 27-SF) CA 90274
This property is the subject of the above numbered case and conditions of approval
I am (We are) aware of, and accept, all the stated conditions in said
ZONING CASE NO. 704
SITE PLAN REVIEW
VARIANCE
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT
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I (We) certify (or declare) under the penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct.
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person(s) acted, executed the instrument.
Witness by hand and official seal.
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2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD
ROLLING HILLS, CA 90274
Dr. dr Mrs. Paul Straub
7 Packsaddle Road East
Rolling Hills, CA 90274
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July 20, 2005
Dr. and Mrs. Paul Straub
7 Packsaddle Road East
Rolling Hills, CA 90274
INCORPORATED ,IANUARY 24, 1952
NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD
ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274
(310) 377.1521
FAX: (310) 377-7288
E-mail: cityofrh@aol.com
SUBJECT: ZONING CASE NO. 704. Request for a Variance to permit construction of
an addition, which would encroach into the front yard setback at an
existing single family residence at 7 Packsaddle Road East (Lot 27-SF).
Dear Dr. and Mrs. Straub:
This letter shall serve to notify you that the Planning Commission at their regular meeting
on july 19, 2005 adopted a Resolution granting your request in Zoning Case No. 704.
That action, accompanied by the record of the proceedings before the Commission will
be reported to the City Council on July 25, 2005 at their regular meetina beainnina at
7:30 PM. You or your representative must be present to answer any questions the
Council may have.
The Planning Commission's decision in this matter shall become effective thirty days
after the adoption of the resolution by the Commission, unless an appeal has been filed
or the City Council takes jurisdiction of the case within that thirty (30) day appeal period.
(Section 17.54.010(B) of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code). Should there be an appeal or
Council takes jurisdiction of this case, the Commission's decision will be stayed until the
Council completes its proceedings in accordance with the provisions of the Municipal
Code.
If no appeals are filed within the thirty (30) day period after adoption of the Planning
Commission's resolution, the Planning Commission's action will become final.
A copy of the staff report to the City Council with the Resolution will be forwarded to you
on Friday, July 22, 2005. Following the City Council's action, I will mail to you
instructions for recordation of an Affidavit Of Acceptance Form and the Resolution.
Please feel free to call me at (310) 377-1521 if you have any questions.
Sincefely,
Yolb to Schwartz
Planning Director
Cc: Doug McHattie, Bolton Engineering
Roger North, Architect
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July 11, 2006
Dr. and Mrs. Paul Straub
7 Packsaddle Road East
Rolling Hills, CA 90274
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INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957
NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD.
ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274
(310) 377-1521
FAX: (310) 377-7288
E-mail: cityofrh@aol.com
SUBJECT: ZONING CASE NO. 704. Request for a Variance to permit construction of
an addition, which would encroach into the front setback.
Dear Dr. and Mrs. Straub:
This letter shall serve to notify you that we have not received recorded Resolution and
Affidavit of Acceptance Form relating to the above Zoning Case. A year ago I mailed to
you instructions for recordation of the necessary documents. I am enclosing another
copy of the same documents for recordation.
Please complete the enclosed AFFIDAVIT OF ACCEPTANCE FORM, have the
signature(s) notarized, and forward, (or hand deliver), the completed form and a copy of
the Resolution to:
Los Angeles County Registrar -Recorder
Real Estate Records Section
12400 East Imperial Highway
Norwalk, CA 90650
Include a check in the amount of $9.00 for the first page and $3.00 for each additional
page.
Normally, one may not obtain building permits unless the resolution and affidavit are
recorded and on file with the City. However, today I stamped your plans for review for
building permits with the belief that you will take care of this last administrative step
expeditiously.
Please assure that during construction the contractor adheres to the conditions of the
resolution, including the Traffic Commission's requirements and the landscaping
requirements.
Please feel free to call me at (310) 377-1521 if you have any questions
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Sincerely,
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Yolanta Schwartz
Panning Director
cc: Doug McHattie, Bolton Engineering (cover letter only)
Roger North, Architect (cover letter only)
Enclosures: AFFIDAVIT OF ACCEPTANCE FORM
RESOLUTION NO. 2005-20
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RECORDING REQUESTED BY AND
MAIL TO
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS
2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD
ROLLING HILLS, CA 90274
(310) 377-1521
(310) 377-7288 FAX
The Registrar -Recorder's Office requires that the form be notarized before recordation.
AFFIDAVIT OF ACCEPTANCE FORM
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS
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ZONING CASE NO. 704
SITE PLAN REVIEW
VARIANCE
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT
Xx
I (We) the undersigned state:
I am (We are) the owner(s) of the real property described as follows:
7 PACKSADDLE ROAD EAST, ROLLING HILLS, (LOT 27-SF) CA 90274
This property is the subject of the above numbered case and conditions of approval
am (We are) aware of, and accept, all the stated conditions in said
ZONING CASE NO. 704
SITE PLAN REVIEW
VARIANCE
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT
XX
I (We) certify (or declare) under the penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct.
Signature Signature
Name typed or printed Name typed or printed
Address Address
City/State City/State
Signatures must be acknowledged by a notary public_
State of California )
County of Los Angeles )
On before me,
personally appeared
T Recorders Use Only
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
person(s) acted, executed the instrument.
Witness by hand and official seal.
Signature of Notary
SEE EXHIBIT "A" ATTACHED HERETO AND MADE A PART HEREOF
RESOLUTION NO. 2005-20
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING APPROVAL FOR A
VARIANCE TO ENCROACH WITH AN ADDITION INTO THE
FRONT YARD SETBACK AT AN EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY
RESIDENCE IN ZONING CASE NO. 704, AT 7 PACKSADDLE
ROAD EAST (LOT 27-SF), (STRAUB).
THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS
DOES HEREBY FIND, RESOLVE AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Application was duly filed by Dr. and Mrs. Paul Straub with
respect to real property located at 7 Packsaddle Road East, Rolling Hills (Lot 27-
SF) requesting a Variance to encroach with a 916 square foot residence and
garage addition into the front setback at an existing single family residence.
Section 2. The Planning Commission conducted duly noticed public
hearings to consider the application on May 17, 2005, June 14, 2005, and at a field
trip visit on June 14, 2005. 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. The
Planning Commission reviewed, analyzed and studied said proposal. The
applicants and their representative were in attendance at the hearings.
Section 3. A portion of the residence encroaches 3 feet into the front
setback and the garage encroaches 27 feet. The proposed garage addition would
follow the existing line of encroachment of the garage and the proposed addition
would encroach 19 feet into the front setback.
Section 4. A 159 square foot cabana exists on the lot, which was
constructed many years ago without the benefit of a building permit. The
property owners shall arrange for an inspection of this structure and obtain an
"as built" building permit.
Section 5. The Planning Commission finds that the project qualifies as
a Class 3 Exemption (State of CA Guidelines), and is therefore categorically
exempt from environmental review under the California Environmental Quality
Act.
Section 6. Section 17.16.120 requires the front setback for every
residential parcel in the RA-S-1 Zone to be fifty (50) feet from the roadway
easement line. The applicants are requesting to construct a 916 square foot
addition, which will continue the encroachment into the front 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 that do not apply generally to the other
property or class of use in the same zone. The property has been developed in
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this manner in 1952. The lot was graded at that time to create a pad for
construction of living area. The topography of the lot together with the fact that
the existing residence is located in the front setback creates a difficulty in
constructing the addition elsewhere on the property.
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 existing residence is
2,598 square feet with a two -car garage. The Variance is necessary because the
existing terrain and development on the lot creates a difficulty in placing the
addition elsewhere on the property. With the addition of a 916 square feet, the
residence would still be smaller than the average homes in the vicinity.
C. The granting of the Variance would 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. The proposed addition will be
constructed on an existing building pad, will be the least intrusive to
surrounding properties, will be screened and landscaped with mature trees and
shrubs, is of sufficient distance from nearby residences and directly across a
driveway belonging to the property across the way, 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.
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 and shall protect the rural character of the community. The proposed
addition will not encroach into the existing or potentially future equestrian uses
on the property. A suitable area for a future stable and corral will be set aside.
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.
Section 7. Based upon the foregoing findings and the evidence in the
record, the Planning Commission hereby approves the Variance for Zoning Case
No. 704 to permit a 916 square foot addition to encroach into the front setback,
subject to the following conditions:
A. The Variance approvals shall expire within two years from the
effective date of approval as defined in Section 17.38.070(A) of the Zoning
Ordinance unless otherwise extended pursuant to the requirements of that
section.
B. If any conditions of approval are violated, this approval shall be
suspended and the privileges granted hereunder shall lapse; provided that the
applicants have been given written notice to cease such violation, the
opportunity for a hearing has been provided, and if requested, has been held,
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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 on file marked Exhibit A and dated May, 6 2005
except as otherwise provided in these conditions.
E. Structural lot coverage shall not exceed 5,314 square feet or 7.0% in
conformance with structural lot coverage limitations.
F. Total lot coverage of structures and paved areas shall not exceed
9,033 square feet or 12.0% in conformance with total lot coverage limitations.
G. The disturbed area of the lot shall not exceed 13,583 square feet or
18.0% in conformance with disturbed area limitations, as approved by this
Variance.
H. Residential building pad coverage on the 6.746 square foot existing
residential building pad shall not exceed 5,074 square feet or 75.2%.
I. There shall be no grading for this project.
J. Prior to conducting a final inspection of the addition, an inspection
of the existing cabana shall be conducted by the Los Angeles County Building
and Safety Department. The applicant shall request such an inspection and pay
all applicable fees and obtain a building permit. If any deficiencies are found,
they shall be corrected prior to securing a final inspection from the Building and
Safety Department for the addition.
K. In the event that the approvals contained in this Resolution expire
and the addition is not built, the City will immediately initiate code enforcement
action to assure that the cabana is inspected and has a building permit.
L. The existing driveway approach may be relocated to the east and
may be located directly opposite the driveway at 6 Packsaddle Road East, subject
to the conditions specified by the Traffic Commission:
1. The pilaster adjacent to the existing driveway shall be
removed for visibility purposes
2. That no foliage shall be planted on either side of the new
driveway apron to assist with vehicular visibility.
M. The existing driveway apron shall be closed off and a curb
matching the curb in the street shall be constructed. The remainder of the
existing driveway and parking areas shall be landscaped in substantial
conformance with the site plan on file marked Exhibit A and dated May, 6 2005,
except as specified by the Traffic Commission. If trees are to be used in the
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landscaping scheme for this project, they shall at full maturity not exceed the
ridge height of the residence.
N. Landscaping shall include water efficient irrigation that
incorporates 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.
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 and after construction, all parking shall take place on the
project site.
S. During construction, the property owners shall be required to
schedule and regulate construction and related traffic noise throughout the day
between the hours of 7 AM and 6 PM, Monday through Saturday only, when
construction and mechanical equipment noise is permitted, so as not to interfere
with the quiet residential environment of the City of Rolling Hills.
T. The property owners shall be required to conform to the Regional
Water Quality Control Board and County Health Department requirements for
the installation and maintenance of storm water drainage facilities.
U. The property owners shall be required to conform to the Regional
Water Quality Control Board and County Public Works Department Best
Management Practices (BMP's) related to solid waste and storm water pollution
prevention.
V. Prior to granting a final inspection and/or certificate of occupancy,
all utility lines to the residence shall be placed underground.
W. If a construction fence is erected during construction, it shall not be
located in any easement or cross over trails.
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X. If an above ground drainage system is utilized, it shall be designed
in such a manner as not to cross over any equestrian trails. The drainage
system(s) shall not discharge water onto the trail, shall incorporate earth tone
colors, including in the design of the dissipater and be screened from any trail
and neighbors' views, to the maximum extent practicable, without impairing the
function of the drainage system.
Y. The property on which the project is located shall contain an area to
provide an area meeting all standards for a stable, corral with access thereto.
Z. The City's requirements related to outdoor lighting, roofing
material and construction and all other requirements shall be complied with.
AA. Prior to issuance of a building permit, the project shall be reviewed
and approved by the Rolling Hills Community Association.
AB. Notwithstanding Sections 17.46.020 and 17.46.070 of the Rolling
Hills Municipal Code, any modification to the property, which would
constitute additional structural development or grading, shall require the
filing of a new application for approval by the Planning Commission.
AC. The applicants shall execute an Affidavit of Acceptance of all
conditions of the Variance approvals, pursuant to Sections 17.38.060 or the
approval shall not be effective.
AD. All conditions, when applicable, of the Variance approvals must be
complied with prior to the issuance of a building permit from the County of Los
Angeles.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 19th DAY OF JULY 2005.
ROGER SOMMER, CHAIRMAN
ATTEST:
MARILYN KERN, DEPUTY CITY CLERK
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA)
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) §§
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS)
I certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 2005-20 entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
ROLLING HILLS GRANTING APPROVAL FOR A VARIANCE TO
ENCROACH WITH AN ADDITION INTO THE FRONT YARD SETBACK AT
AN EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE IN ZONING CASE NO. 704, AT 7
PACKSADDLE ROAD EAST (LOT 27-SF), (STRAUB).
was approved and adopted at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission on
July 19, 2005 by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Commissioners DeRoy, Hankins, 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.
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DEPUtY CITY CLERK
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FIELD TRIP NOTIFICATION
May 18, 2005
Dr. and Mrs. Paul Straub
7 Packsaddle Road East
Rolling Hills, CA 90274
INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957
NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD
ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274
(310)377-1521
FAX: (310) 377-7288
E-mail: cityolrh@aol.com
SUBJECT: ZONING CASE NO. 704. Request for a Variance to permit construction of
an addition, which would encroach into the front yard setback at an
existing single family residence at 7 Packsaddle Road East (Lot 27-SF),
Rolling Hills, CA.
Dear Dr. and Mrs. Straub:
The Planning Commission scheduled a field trip to your property to view a silhouette of
the proposed project on JUNE 14, 2005.
The Planning Commission will visit two other properties beginning at 5:00 P.M., and then
proceed to your property. I anticipate that the Commission will arrive at your property
between 5:30-6:00 P.M., unless unforeseen circumstances on the other properties dictate
otherwise.
The owner and/or representative must be present to answer any questions regarding the
proposal.
• A full-size silhouette in conformance with the attached
guidelines must be prepared for ALL PROPOSED
STRUCTURES of the project showing the footprints,
roof ridges, entryways, and covered or trellis like
porches;
• Stake the limits of the addition;
• Show the height of the finished floor of the proposed
addition;
• Stake/tape the front 50-foot setback line and the front
roadway easement line;
• Stake/tape the south 20-foot side yard setback line;
• Stake/tape the area of the future stable, corral and the
access.
• Stake any projections beyond the footprint of the
proposed structure (i.e. porches) in a different color
flags.
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After the field trip, the next regular meeting of the Planning Commission will take place
on the same day, Tuesday. JUNE 14, at 6:30 PM at City Hall, at which time the •
Commission will further discuss and deliberate your proposal.
Please call me at (310) 377-1521 if you have any questions regarding this matter.
Sinc rely,
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Yb 3nta Schwartz
Pj nning Director
cc: Doug McHattie, Bolton Engineering
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NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD
ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274
(310) 377.1521
FAX: (310) 377-7288
Email: cityolrh@aol.com
SILHOUETTE CONSTRUCTION GUIDELINES
When required by the Planning Commission or City Council, a silhouette of
proposed construction should be erected for the week preceding the
designated Planning Commission or City Council meeting.
Silhouettes should be constructed with 2" x 4" lumber. Printed boards are not
acceptable.
Bracing should be provided where possible.
Wire, twine or other suitable material should be used to delineate roof ridges
and eaves.
Small pieces of cloth or flags should be attached to the wire or twine to aid in
the visualization of the proposed construction.
The application may be delayed if inaccurate or incomplete silhouettes are
constructed.
If you have any further questions contact the Planning Department Staff at
(310) 377-1521.
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PLEASE ASSURE THAT DOUG MCHATTIE GETS THIS FAX ON
TUESDAY. THANK YOU VERY MUCH.
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
SUBJECT:
DOUG MCHATTIE, BOLTON ENGINEERING
YOLANTA SCHWARTZ, PLANNING DIRECTOR
MAY 9, 2005
TONY AND PAUL STRAUB, 7 PACKSADDLE ROAD EAST.
Poug. as soon as you get in on Tuesday. please address these issues and Provide me
with new info. and calculations. I am in the midst of preparing the staff reports.
1. Need to show a set aside area of 1000 sq.ft. for the stable and corral, and call it a
stable pad. Show the corral area. Provide calculation sheet for this pad. If pad is more
than 10% in slope then it's not a buildable pad„and therefore only the 240 s.f. of stable
would be considered pad, with coverage of 100%, (doesn't look good). But if that's what
it is, let it be.
2. Will the corral area be disturbed, if that's the case, then add to the total disturbed
area. Is'the access road to stable included in the disturbed area??
3. Need calculations for this pad (1,000 s.f. with coverage of 240 s.f. or 24.%, or see
#1 at 100% coverage).
4. Do not include this pad in the building pad area of 6,746 s.f, unless it is
contiguous with slope of 10% or less.
5. Is the Pool House 159 s.f or 168 s.f? and what and where is the other structure. Is
it attached or detached? Please identify, and where is it?? (the old application shows the
pool house as 159 s.f). On the calculation sheet, you are showing 327 s.f detached
structure(s).
6. What are the grading quantities for the future stable and access?
7. Drainage for addition??? To street ??
8. Traffic Commission fee ($300) and dimensions of the existing and proposed
approach.
9. Slope of access to stable- is it 13% all along, or steeper closer to the proposed
stable. Please indicate,
10. Drainage for future stable
FOR SU. 40 Port. Ben Rd.:
Will the drainage stay the same as on the last plan, which shows a dissipator in the north
easement? The Commission discussed it at last mtg. And I thought they wanted revised
drainage so it doesn't go into the easement.
F.Y.I. - I received a check for $3,200 for 25 Portuguese Bend Road, but no application.
OUESTION: How did your meeting with Mitzi Nakamura go? Were you able to pin
point the problem and offer solution? She apparently contacted County .Public Health
Dept. Is there a public health concern??
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TO:
FROM:
DATE:
SUBJECT:
DOUG MCHATTIE, BOLTON ENGINEERING
YOLANTA SCHWARTZ, PLANNING DIRECTOR
APRIL 21, 2005
SECOND PRELIMINARY REVIEW OF THE PROPOSED
APPLICATION FOR TONY AND PAUL STRAUB, 7 PACKSADDLE
ROAD EAST.
I have re -reviewed the proposed project and found the following:
1. Provide calculations (form) for the second (stable) pad and the revised forms for
the overall and building pad area #1, (INCLUDE ALL STRUCTURES -see #2 & 3).
2. Show the sq.ft. of the trellis in the north side yard. Pursuant to the newly amended
zoning ordinance, free standing structures, such as gazebos, trellises, outdoor barbeque,
fireplace, and similar structures not exceeding 120 sq.ft. each, and no more than 5 on the
lot are not counted towards the structural, total, disturbed area or building pad coverage.
However, their size must be shown, so that it may be calculated into the allowance
formula. f
3. Show the sq.ft. of the covered deck in the rear yard and include in the
calculations.
4. New driveway approach requires review by the Traffic Commission. Please
submit a plan delineating the new approach and the width of the approach together with a
fee of $300, so that this request may be placed on the next Traffic Commission's agenda.
Their meeting will be held on May 26, 2005.
5. Re -calculate and show on a plan (shaded areas) the disturbed area including the
area of disturbance for the future stable and if the access to the stable needs to be graded,
then show the disturbance as well. (My calculations of disturbance for the front pad only
show approx. 11,116 sq.ft. disturbance.)
6. Delineate the stable pad area and access; provide sq.ft. of the stable pad and
include in coverage calculations.
Please advise Srour and Associates that the address labels must be in this office by
Monday. April 25.2005.
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TO: DOUG MCHATTIE, BOLTON ENGINEERING
FROM: YOLANTA SCHWARTZ, PLANNING DIRECTOR
DATE: APRIL 12, 2005
SUBJECT: PRELIMINARY REVIEW OF THE PROPOSED APPLICATION FOR
TONY AND PAUL STRAUB, 7 PACKSADDLE ROAD EAST.
I have preliminarily reviewed the proposed project and•found the following:
1. The Cabana has not been included in the calculations, unless the 168 sq.ft. shown
under the covered, detached structures category includes the cabana.
2. Remove the sheds from the front yard, or indicate "TO BE REMOVED".
3. Show the sq.ft. of the trellis in the north side yard. Pursuant to the newly amended
zoning ordinance, free standing structures, such as gazebos, trellises, outdoor barbeque,
fireplace, and similar structures not exceeding 120 sq.ft. each, and no more than 5 on the
lot are not counted towards the structural, total, disturbed area or building pad coverage.
However, their size must be shown, so that it may be calculated into the allowance
formula. (I am enclosing this requirement).
4. Is there a covered deck in the rear yard? You are showing some columns on the
plan. If, yes, please include in the calculations, or see #3 above.
5. The required service yard area is 96 sq.ft. (56 sq.ft. shown). (Size required by the
RHCA). Show the corrected service area, and include in the calculations. Service area
should be easily accessible and not located in the front yard setback. I will include the
location of the service area in the Variance for the addition. (Not a separate fee).
6. New driveway approach requires review by the Traffic Commission. Please
submit a plan delineating the new approach and the width of the approach together with a
fee of $300, so that this request may be placed on the next Traffic Commission's agenda.
Their meeting will be held on May 26, 2005.
7. My calculation for the disturbed area, as shown on the plan, is 12,236 sq.ft.
However, the disturbed area is measured from the net lot area boundary, not the roadway
easement boundary. Therefore, deducting ten feet by approx. 112 ft. will result in 11,116
sq.ft. disturbed area. Please show the disturbed area 10 feet beyond the roadway
easement. If any area in the side yards is disturbed or will be disturbed due to the future
stable access, it must be shown and included in the calculations.
8. Pursuant to Section 17.16.170 of the Zoning Ordinance, every lot for which ANY
discretionary approval is applied for shall be either developed with a stable and corral and
vehicular access thereto, or have an area of 1,000 sq.ft. set aside for a future stable/corral
and access. I am enclosing that section of the ordinance for your review.
This future stable/corral and access area must be included in the calculations for
structural and total lot coverage, as well as disturbed area. If grading would be required
for the future stable, it also must be included in the calculations and grading quantities.
(Separate the grading quantity for the actual construction and the quantity for the future
stable).
Should you not be able to set aside an area for a future stable/corral due to the topography
or nature of the existing development on the site, you must apply for a Variance from the
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above -mentioned requirements. Should you set aside an area in any setback or front yard,
you must also apply for a Variance. Each Variance application requires a fee of $1,250.
F.Y.I. — a 1992 application for reconstruction of the residence at this address shows a
future stable/corral area slightly south west of the cabana, at about the 1083 elevation.
Another plan, which was eventually approved, shows a stable/corral area further below.
Please submit the annronriate corrections and plans. as well as the address labels
and additional fees by April 25.2005.
trails. Such walls shall be screened from public right-of-ways, easements and
adjacent properties with appropriate landscaping.
H. Barns, stables, pens, corrals, and other similar holding facility may
be located in the rear setback subject to the requirements of Section 17.16.200A.
1. Playhouses and playground equipment, subject to the requirements
of Section 17.16.200L.
J. Turnout area subject to the requirements of Section 17.16.200D.
17.16.160 Access and parking, amend to read as follows:
17.16.160 Access and parking. A. Driveway Requirements.
1. Each single-family dwelling is permitted only one driveway as
access to a maintained roadway, except as otherwise permitted by Sections
17.16.040A and 17:16.170B.
2. Driveways shall be no wider than twenty feet, unless otherwise
approved by the Planning Commission. All driveways shall have a roughened
driveway apron.
3. No driveway shall exceed a maximum grade of twelve percent,
unless otherwise approved by the Planning Commission, and the first twenty
feet of a driveway shall have a maximum grade of seven percent.
B. Parking Requirements. Every single-family dwelling, including
manufactured homes used as a primary residence, shall have an above ground
garage with a minimum capacity of two cars with direct paved access to a
maintained roadway. A minimum of three -car garage shall be required when the
property is developed with a guest house or servants' quarters, subject to the
requirements of Section 17.16.210(A)(5). No new subterranean garage shall be
constructed after August 13, 1997. Any subterranean garage lawfully existing as
of August 13, 1997 shall be permitted to remain in accordance with the
provisions of Chapter 17.24 of this title.
17.16.170 Stable and corral site required, amend to read as follows:
17.16.170 Stable and corral site required,. Every lot or parcel in the RA-S
zone for which a discretionary approval (including Site Plan Review, Conditional
Use Permit or Variance) is required by this title in connection with the
construction of a new single-family residence, the addition to an existing single-
family residence, the construction of an accessory structure and the construction
a pool shall have an area developed with or set aside for the following:
A. A combination stable and corral area that complies with the criteria
set forth in Section 17.16.200(A); and
B. A vehicular accessway to the stable and corral area for delivery of
feed and removal of waste that does not exceed a slope of twenty-five percent.
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For purposes of this section, "vehicular accessway" shall include a driveway,
roadway or other accessway that is traversable by any motorized device capable
of delivering feed and the removal of waste. This accessway need not be paved.
A vehicular approach taking access directly from a roadway, whether or not
paved, shall be subject to approval by the Traffic Commission and shall not be
considered a second driveway within the meaning of Section 17.16.040A(1) if it
provides access exclusively to a barn, stable, corral or tack room.
In the event that a future stable/corral area shown on a plan in
connec ion with a request for approval, as enumerated above, is located in an
area that would require the approval of a Variance, the Variance must be
processed and approved concurrently with the development application.
17.16.190 Additional residential development standards, amend to read as
follows:
17.16.190 Additional residential development standards. The following
additional standards shall apply to all construction in the RA-S zone.
A. Eave Projection. Every single-family dwelling shall have an eave
projection of at least two feet, unless incompatible with neighboring residences.
B. Exterior Siding. Every single-family dwelling shall have exterior
siding of brick, wood, stucco, or other similar material as provided by the
building code of the City; no reflective siding shall be permitted.
C. Roofing Material. Roof covering for all buildings shall be Class
"A" (having satisfied the fifteen -year weathering test and certified as such by
Underwriting Laboratories or an equivalent recognized test agency). Class "A"
roof assemblies utilizing wood or treated wood material and reflective type
roofing shall not be permitted. Notwithstanding the foregoing, any new addition
to, repair or re -roofing of a structure may match the existing roof covering,
provided that the roof addition or the area to be re -roofed or repaired does not
exceed two hundred square feet in size. Any new roof addition, repair or re-
roofing, which exceeds two hundred square feet shall comply with the
requirements of this section.
D. Permanent Foundation. Every single-family dwelling and
accessory structure shall be built or placed upon a permanent foundation
approved by the County Engineer unless exempt pursuant to the Building Code.
E. Outdoor Lighting. Outdoor lighting is prohibited except as
provided below:
1. Lighting is permitted along pedestrian pathways for the
purpose of providing safe passage. Bulbs used in such lighting shall be
nonreflective and shall not exceed the wattage of a forty -watt incandescent light
bulb to a maximum of four hundred lumens, or their equivalent if
nonincandescent lighting is used. Lighting fixtures shall accommodate only one
bulb, shall incorporate shields to cast light downward, shall be spaced no closer
OD°
6. A building and/or electrical permit, as applicable, shall be
obtained prior to installation.
7. The installation shall not exceed a total overall height of
fifteen feet from finished grade at total extension.
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 17.08.050 of this title, deviations from
the above criteria may be granted by the City Manager or designee for satellite
antennas three feet or less in diameter, if necessary to allow the applicant to
obtain reasonable reception.
Amend paragraph I to read as follows:
I. Swimming pool, pool equipment, spa and similar water features
shall comply with the following criteria:
1. No swimming pool, pool equipment, spa or water feature
shall be located in the front yard or in any setback, except that a decorative
fountain and a decorative pond, if constructed as part of landscaping features
may be located in the front yard.
2. Where a swimming pool, pool equipment or spagi r e
submitted as part of a Site Plan Review application or other discretionary permit,
such structures shall be counted towards building pad coverage, structural and
total lot coverage and the disturbed area of the lot.
3. Where the size of the swimming pool/spa is 800 square feet
or greater, a Site Plan Review approval shall be required. For the purpose of this
section the size of the pool/spa shall include the area of the water surface only.
4. Where the construction of a swimming pool/spa of less than
800 square feet is submitted for an administrative approval, the applicant shall
show a site for a corral and stable pursuant to Section 17.16.170, and provide
calculations regarding the gross and net lot area, structural and total lot coverage
and disturbed area of the lot.
5. The pool equipment shall be screened from view from other
properties.
6. Other conditions may be imposed as necessary through the
discretionary or administrative review process.
17.16.200 Add new paragraphs J., K., L, and M to read as follows:
J. Free standing storage shed, detached trellis, free standing covered
patio, gazebo, outdoor bar, barbeque or fireplace, roofed playhouses or forts,
fountains, ponds and similar structures. Such structures shall not be counted
towards building pad coverage, structural, total lot coverage and disturbed area
of the lot unless:
1. Where any such structure exceeds 120 square feet in area or
exceeds 10 feet in height, (15 feet for a roofed playhouse or fort), or when any
combination of such structures exceeds a total of 600 square feet.
2. Where there is more than an aggregate of five of such
structures on a lot, a total of which exceeds 600 square feet, including not more
than two storage sheds.
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Such structures shall not be located in any setback or in the fro It yard, except
that a decorative fountain and a decorative pond, if constructed as part of
landscaping features may be located in the front yard.
Such structures shall be screened from public right-of-way, easements and
adjacent properties with appropriate landscaping.
K. Attachments to the primary residence or to accessory buildings,
such as but not Limited to porches, trellises, porte cochere, entryways,
breezeways and similar structures may be permitted provided they are not
located in any setback. Such structures with solid roof shall be counted towards
the building pad coverage guideline, structural and total lot coverage and
disturbed area of the lot. Such structures with an open or partially open roof
shall not be counted towards the building pad coverage guideline, but shall be
counted towards the structural and total lot coverage and disturbed area of the
lot.
L. Playhouses and playground equipment.
1. Roofed playhouses, including forts, with or without
permanent footings or foundation, which cover more than 120 square feet of
surface area and exceed 15 feet in height, shall not be permitted in the front yard,
or in any setback.
2. For the purpose of this section, the 120 square feet of surface
area shall be limited to the area measured beneath a solid roof or other protective
cover.
3. Such structures shall be screened from public right-of-way,
easements and adjacent properties with appropriate landscaping.
4. Playground equipment, such as swing sets, teeter swings,
slides, monkey bars, and sand boxes, free standing or as part of a fort or
playhouse and which fall below the dimensions specified above, shall not be
regulated by this title and are permitted anywhere on the property, except
easements.
5. Playhouses, including forts, and playground equipment,
regardless of size shall not be counted towards building pad coverage, structural
and total lot coverage and the disturbed area of the lot, except as specified in
Section 17.16.200J.
M. Solar panels.
The review of the application shall be limited to assuring compliance with the
following criteria:
1. All plumbing devices from solar panels shall be installed in
compliance with applicable installation requirements.
2. A building and/or plumbing permit, as applicable, shall be
obtained prior to installation.
17.16.210. Conditions for conditional use permits
Amend paragraph A.2 to read:
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INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957
2005
PLANNING COMMISSION FILING
DEADLINE AND MEETING SCHEDULE
NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD
ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274
(310) 377.1521
FAX: (310) 377.7288
E-mail: cityotrh@aol.com
PLEASE NOTE: PLANNING COMMISSION MEETINGS START AT 6:30 P.M.
MEETING DATE
January 18
February 15
March 15
April 19
May 17
June 21
July 19
August 16
September 20
October 18
November 15
December 20
January 17, 2006
FILING DEADLINE
December 13, 2004
January 11
February 8
March 15
April 12
May 17
June 14
July 12
August 16
September 13
October 11
November 15
December 13, 2005
COMPLETE APPLICATION. INCLUDING FEES AND ALL PERTINENT
INFORMATION MUST BE SUBMITTED BY THE FILING DEADLINE.
It is recommended that prior to submittal, a meeting be held with the
City Planner to review the plans, application forms, environmental
review and any other concerns the applicant /representative may
have.
Master/Forms/Planning Forms 11-08-04