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CERTIFIED MAIL
June 2, 1997
Mr. Bernard Howroyd
7 Maverick Lane
Rolling Hills, CA 90274
INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957
NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD
ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274
(310) 377.1521
FAX: (310) 377.7288
E-mail: cityofrh@aol.com
SUBJECT: APPEAL PERIOD AND AFFIDAVIT OF ACCEPTANCE FORM
ZONING CASE NO. 553, 7 Maverick Lane (Lot 28-A-SK)
RESOLUTION NO. 97-10
Dear Mr. Howroyd:
This letter shall serve to notify you that the Planning Commission adopted a
resolution on May 20, 1997 to approve your request for a Variance to allow the
importation of a substantial amount of soil that is in excess of a previous
Administrative approval and requesting a modification of an approved Site Plan
Review application for a stable and corral area to allow unauthorized increased
grading quantities on the site at 7 Maverick Lane (Lot 28-A-SK), Rolling Hills, CA in
Zoning Case No. 553. That action, accompanied by the record of the proceedings
before the Commission was reported to the City Council on May 27, 1997.
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) dav,
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.
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 and
you will be required to cause to be recorded an Affidavit of Acceptance Form
together with the subject resolution in the Office of the County Recorder before the
Commission's action takes effect.
After the thirty day period, you are required to cause to be recorded an Affidavit of
Acceptance Form together with the subject resolution in the Office of the County
Recorder. Note the conditions of the resolution that were stipulated by the
Planning Commission and be advised that new grading plans are required to be
submitted to the County Department of Building and Safety for grading plan check
review and must conform to the development plan approved with this application.
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We have enclosed a copy of RESOLUTION NO. 97-10, specifying the conditions of
approval set forth by the Planning Commission and the approved Exhibit A
Development Plan to keep for your files. Once you have reviewed the Resolution,
please complete the enclosed AFFIDAVIT OF ACCEPTANCE FORM, have the
signature(s) notarized, and forward 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 $7.00 for the first page and $3.00 for each additional
page.
The City will notify the Los Angeles County Building & Safety Division to issue
permits only when the Affidavit of Acceptance is received by us and any conditions
of the Resolution required prior to issuance of building permits are met.
Please feel free to call me at (310) 377-1521 if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
I
LOLA UN
PRINCIPAL PLANNER
ENC: RESOLUTION NO. 97-10
EXHIBIT A DEVELOPMENT PLAN
AFFIDAVIT OF ACCEPTANCE FORM
APPEAL SECTION OF THE ROLLING HILLS MUNICIPAL CODE.
cc: Mr. Douglas McHattie
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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
Recorder's Use
Please record this form with the Registrar -Recorder's Office and return to:
City of Rolling Hills, 2 Portuguese Bend Road, Rolling Hills, CA 90274
(The Registrar -Recorder's Office requires that the form be notarized before recordation).
AFFIDAVIT OF ACCEPTANCE FORM
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
COUNTY OF LOS ANGFI F-S
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS
ZONING CASE NO. 553
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SITE PLAN REVIEW 1
VARIANCE .
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT g,
I (We) the undersigned state:
I am (We are) the owner(s) of the real property described as follows:
7 Maverick Lane (Lot 28-A-SKI
This property is the subject of the above numbered case.
I am (We are) aware of, and accept, all the stated conditions in said
ZONING CASE NO. 553 SITE PLAN REVIEW
VARIANCE
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
I (We) certify (or declare) under the penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct.
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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
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17.54 APPEALS
17.54.010 Time for Filing Appeals
A. All actions of the Planning Commission authorized by this
Title may be appealed to the City Council. All appeals shall
be filed in writing with the City Clerk.
B. All appeals must be filed on or before the 30th calendar day
after adoption of the Planning Commission's resolution on
the project or application. Application fees shall be paid ,as
required by Section 1730.030 of this Title.
C. Within 30 days after the Planning Commission adopts a
resolution which approves or denies a development
application, the City Clerk shall place the resolution as a
report item on the City Council's agenda. The City Council
may, by an affirmative vote of three members, take
jurisdiction over the application. In the event the City
Council takes jurisdiction over the application, the Planning
Commission's decision will be stayed until the City Council
completes its proceedings in accordance with the provisions
of this Chapter.
17.54.020 Persons Authorized to File an Appeal
Any person, including the City Manager, may appeal a decision of
the Planning Commission to the City Council, in accordance with
the terms of this Chapter.
17.54.030 Form, Content, and Deficiencies in an Appeal Application
A. All appeals shall be filed in writing with the City Clerk on a
form or forms provided by the City Clerk. No appeal shall
be considered filed until the required appeal fee has been
received by the City Clerk.
B. The appeal application shall state, at a minimum, the name
and address of the appellant, the project and action being
appealed, and the reasons why the appellant believes that
the Planning Commission erred or abused its discretion, or
why the Planning Commission's decision is not support by
evidence in the record.
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MAY 24,1993
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1734.030
C. If the appeal application is found to be deficient, the City
Clerk shall deliver or mail (by certified mail), to the
appellant a notice specifying the reasons why the appeal is
deficieni The appellant shall correct the deficiency with an
amendment to the appeal form within seven calendar days of
receivin? the deficiency notice. Otherwise, the appeal
application will be deemed withdrawn, and the appeal fee
will be returned to the applicant.
17.54.040 Request for Information
Upon receipt of a written and complete appeal application and fee,
the City Clerk shall direct the Planning Commission Secretary to
transmit to the City Council the complete record of the entire
proceeding before the Planning Commission.
17.54.050 Scheduling of Appeal Hearing
Upon receiving an appeal, the City Clerk shall set the appeal for a
hearing before the City Council to occur within 20 days of the filing
of the appeal. In the event that more than one appeal is filed for
the same project, the Clerk shall schedule all appeals to be heard
at the same time.
17.54.060 Proceedings
A. Noticing
The hearing shall be noticed as required by Section 17.30.030 of
this Title. In addition, the following parties shall be noticed:
1. The applicant of the proposal being appealed;
2. The appellant; and
3. Any person who provided oral testimony or written
comments to the Planning Commission during or as part of
the public hearing on the project.
B. Hearing
The City Council shall conduct a public hearing pursuant to the
provisions of Chapter 17.34 of this Title. The Council shall
consider all information in the record, as well as additional
information presented at the appeal hearing, before taking action
on the appeal.
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ROLLING HILLS ZONING
MAY 2A, 1993
1734.060
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C. Action
The Council may act to uphold, overturn, or otherwise modify the
Planning Commission's original action on the proposal, or the
Council may remand the application back to the Planning
Commission for further review and direction. The Council shall
make findings to support its decision.
D. Finality of Decision
The action of the City Council to approve, conditionally approve, or
deny an application shall be final and conclusive.
L Record of Proceedings
The decision of the City Council shall be set forth in full in a
resolution or ordinance. A copy of the decision shall be sent to the
applicant or the appellant.
17.54.070 Statute of Limitations
Any action challenging a final administrative order or decision by
the City made as a result of a proceeding in which by law a hearing
is required to be given, evidence is required to be taken, and
discretion regarding a final and non -appealable determination of
facts is vested in the City of Rolling Hills, the City Council, or in
any of its Commissions, officers, or employees, must be filed within
the time limits set forth in the California Code of Civil Procedure,
Section 1094.6
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April 30,1997
Mr. Nick Dragich
Estimator/Supervisor
Atlas Cesspool Service
1801 South Santa Fe Ave.
Compton, CA 90221
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: MODIFICATION OF STOP WORK ORDER IN ZONING CASE NO. 553,
7 MAVERICK LANE (LOT 28-A-SK), ROLLING HILLS, CA.
MR. BERNARD HOWROYD, OWNER
Dear Mr. Dragich:
Thank you for your letter of April 29, 1997, requesting modification of the existing
Stop Work Order at the subject site to complete the septic system.
We have reviewed this request with County Senior Building Engineering Inspector
Rafael Bernal and determined that modification of the Stop Work Order can only be
strictly limited to (1) backfilling the stable retaining wall utilizing gravel and soil
existing on the property as approved on April 23, 1997 and (2) completion of the
septic system once a Sewer Permit has been obtained from the County. "As graded"
plans are still required to be reviewed and approved by the County.
As we have stated in a letter addressed to the applicant, Mr. Bernard Howroyd, the
Planning Commission will review and consider a draft resolution, together with
conditions of approval at the Commission's regular meeting at 7:30 PM on May 20,
1997. The final draft resolution will be forwarded to Mr. Howroyd before being
signed by the Planning Commission and City Clerk. That action accompanied by the
record of proceedings before the Commission, is tentatively scheduled to be placed
as a report item on the City Council's agenda at the Council's adjourned regular
meeting on Tuesday, May 27, 1997.
You should also be aware that although we are allowing the Stop Work Order to be
modified in a strictly limited manner, any continuation of grading within the
permitted grading authorized under the original Site Plan Review approval is all
that is permitted and authorized at 7 Maverick Lane. We understand that the
current application seeks approval for an "as graded" condition that exceeds the
original approval. The current application process is not yet complete and you must
understand that any grading beyond the original approved plan may be subject to
amendment and may be required to be returned to the original approved
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configuration and the imported soil may be required to be removed from the site.
Any grading that is done will be at the owner's risk. Although the owner is not
precluded from submitting a revised grading plan to the County for plan check, any
such approval will not be effective until the City's own approval process is
complete.
Once again, the Stop Work Order is strictly limited to construction of the stable wall,
including gravel and soil backfill that utilizes soil existing on the property and
completion of the septic system. The owner is not authorized to complete any other
work or import any soil to the property. The Stop Work Order for all, other building
and grading work remains in effect.
Feel free to call me at (310) 377-1521 if you have any questions. We appreciate your
cooperation.
Sincerely,
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LOLA M. UNGAR
PRINCIPAL PLANNER
cc: City Council
Planning Commission
Mr. Craig Nealis, City Manager
Ms. Peggy Minor, RHCA Manager
Mr. Roger Vink, RHCA Architectural Inspector
Ms. Lata Thakar, District Engineer, County Building and Safety
Mr. Rafael Bernal, Senior Building Engineering Inspector, County Building and Safety
Mr. Michael Jenkins, City Attorney
Mr. Kevin Ennis, Assistant City Attorney
Mr. Bernard Howroyd
Mr. Dutch Phillips
ATLAS.CESSPOOL SAVICE
Apri129, 1997
Mr. Craig Nealis
City of Rolling Hills
#2 Portuguese Bend Rd.
Rolling Hills, Ca. 90274
A DIVISION OF AMERICAN CAISSON, INC.
APR 2 9 1997
CITY 0.7 r: ..LLS
Re: #7 Maverick Lane
septic system
Dear Sirs:
Atlas Cesspool Service would like permission from the City of Rolling Hills to install a private
sewage disposal system, as approved by L.A. County Health Services on February loth, 1997.
We at Atlas Cesspool Service are aware of the current grading problems that caused a STOP
WORK situation.
The approved installation of the septic system will have no adverse impact with grading, and with
the City of Rolling Hills permission, we request permission to proceed with the project.
Please notify us as soon as possible of your decision.
Thank you.
Respectfully,
Nick Dragich
Estimator/Supervisor
Atlas Cesspool Service
1801 SOUTH SANTA FE AVENUE • COMPTON, CALIFORNIA 90221 • (310) 605-1700 • FAX (310) 761-1021
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Mr. Douglas K. McHattie
Vice President
South Bay Engineering
304 Tejon Place
Palos Verdes Estates, 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-malt cltyotrh@aol.com
SUBJECT: MODIFICATION OF STOP WORK ORDER IN ZONING CASE NO. 553,
MR. BERNARD HOWROYD, 7 MAVERICK LANE (LOT 28-A-SK),
ROLLING HILLS, CA.
Dear Mr. McHattie:
Thank you for your letter of April 23, 1997, requesting modification of the existing
Stop Work Order at the subject site to (1) Backfill the stable retaining wall using
gravel and dirt from the site and (2) Complete the septic system.
We have reviewed these two requests with County Senior Building Engineering
Inspector Rafael Bernal and determined that modification of the Stop Work Order
can only be strictly limited to your first request to backfill the stable retaining wall
utilizing gravel and soil existing on the property.
The second request for completion of the septic system is not authorized at this time
because a septic system requires percolation tests, a Sewer Permit and "as graded"
plans for the County.
As we have stated in a letter addressed to the applicant, Mr. Bernard Howroyd, and
copied to you, the Planning Commission will review and consider a draft
resolution, together with conditions of approval at the Commission's regular
meeting at 7:30 PM on May 20, 1997. The final draft resolution will be forwarded to
Mr. Howroyd and you before being signed by the Planning Commission and City
Clerk. That action accompanied by the record of proceedings before the
Commission, is tentatively scheduled to be placed as a report item on the City
Council's agenda at the Council's adjourned regular meeting on Tuesday, May 27,
1997.
You should also be aware that although we are allowing the Stop Work Order to be
modified in a strictly limited manner, any continuation of grading within the
permitted grading authorized under the original Site Plan Review approval is all
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that is permitted and authorized at 7 Maverick Lane. We understand that the
current application seeks approval for an "as graded" condition that exceeds the
original approval. The current application process is not yet complete and you must
understand that any grading beyond the original approved plan may be subject to
amendment and may be required to be returned to the original approved
configuration and the imported soil may be required to be removed from the site.
Any grading that is done will be at the owner's risk. Although the owner is n o t
precluded from submitting a revised grading plan to the County for plan check, any
such approval will not be effective until the City's own approval process is
complete.
Once again, the Stop Work Order is strictly limited to construction of the stable wall,
including gravel and soil backfill that utilizes soil existing on the property. The
owner is not authorized to complete any other work or import any soil to the
property. The Stop Work Order for all other building and grading work remains in
effect.
Feel free to call me at (310) 377-1521 if you have any questions. We appreciate your
cooperation.
LOLA M. UNGAR
PRINCIPAL PLANNER
cc: City Council
Planning Commission
Mr. Craig Nealis, City Manager
Ms. Peggy Minor, RHCA Manager
Mr. Roger Vink, RHCA Architectural Inspector
Ms. Lata Thakar, District Engineer, County Building and Safety
Mr. Rafael Bernal, Senior Building Engineering Inspector, County Building and Safety
Mr. Michael Jenkins, City Attorney
Mr. Kevin Ennis, Assistant City Attorney
Mr. Bernard Howroyd
Mr. Dutch Phillips
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SOUTH BAY ENGINEERING COMPANY
.CIVIL • STRUCTURAL CONSULTING ENGINEERS • SURVEYING
April 23. 1997
Craig Nealis
City of Rolling Hills/City Manager
2 Portuguese Bend Road
Rolling Hills, CA 90274
Reference: 7 Maverick Lane, Howroyd
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This request is a follow up to your letter of February 7, 1997 in which you state that the
retaining wall should be finished. Rafael Bernal inspected the subdrain behind the walls and
approved it. At this time, we will perform the backfilling of the wall using gravel and dirt from
the site.
In addition, it would be expeditious to complete the septic system at this time, as the process
will generate dirt that can be used as backfill; ultimately making it disappear.
In the event that the pad, as it exists, was required to be changed, it would not affect the septic
system. The cess pool is located in a natural grade area; an area that has not, or will not, be
touched. The septic tank, which is located adjacent to the wall is also in an area that could not be
affected by any remedial grading.
Your positive reaction to this request will be greatly appreciated.
Sincerely,
„
Douglas K. McHattie
South Bay Engineering, Vice President
❑ 304 TEJON PLACE • PALOS VERDES ESTATES, CA 90274 • (310) 375-2556 IN L.A. (213) 772-1555 • FAX (310) 378.3816
❑ 521 SPECTRUM CIRCLE, SUITE A • OXNARD, CA 93030 • (805) 278-0381 • FAX (805) 278-0681
Cuy 0/Roiling Jh/,
April 25,1997 •
Mr. Bernard Howroyd
7 Maverick Lane
Rolling Hills, CA 90274
INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957
NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD
ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274
(310) 377.1521
FAX: (310) 377.7288
E-mail: cltyotrheaol.com
SUBJECT: ZONING CASE NO. 553, Request for a Variance to allow thimportation of a
substantial amount of soil that is in excess of a previous Administrative
approval and requesting a modification of an approved Site Plan Review
application for a stable and corral area to allow unauthorized increased grading
quantities on the site at 7 Maverick Lane (Lot 28-A-SK), Rolling Hills, CA.
Dear Mr. Howroyd:
This letter shall serve to notify you that the Planning Commission voted at their regular meeting
on •April 15, 1997 to direct staff to prepare a resolution to approve your requests in Zoning
Case No. 553 and shall be confirmed in the draft resolution that is being prepared. The
Planning Commission will review and consider the draft resolution, together with conditions of
approval, at an upcoming meeting and make its final decision on your application at that
subsequent meeting.
The findings and conditions of approval of the draft resolution will be forwarded to you before
being signed by the Planning Commission Chairman and City Clerk.
The decision shall become effective thirty days after the adoption of the Planning Commission's
resolution 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, the Commission's decision will be stayed until the Council
completes its proceedings in accordance with the provisions of the Municipal Code.
The Planning Commission's action taken by resolution approving the development application
is tentatively scheduled for May 20, 1997. That action, accompanied by the record of the
proceedings before the Commission, is tentatively scheduled to be placed as a report item on
the City Council's agenda at the Council's adjourned regular meeting on Tuesday, May 27,1997.
Feel free to call me at (310) 377-1521 if you have any questions regarding this matter.
Sincerely,
LOLA M. UNGAR
PRINCIPAL PLANNER
cc: Mr. Douglas McHattie
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April 23.' 1997
Craig Nealis
City of Rolling Hills/City. Manager
2 Portuguese Bend Road
Rolling Hills, CA 90274
Reference: 7 Maverick Lane,'Howroyd
Dear Mr. Nealis:
This request is a follow up to your letter of February 7, 1997 in which you state that the
retaining wall should be finished. Rafael Bernal inspected the subdrain behind the walls and
approved it. At this time, we will perform the backfilling of the wall using gravel and dirt from
the site.
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APR 2 3 1997
CITY/ C.,
In addition, it would be expeditious to complete the septic system at this time, as the process
will generate dirt that can be used as backfill; ultimately making it disappear.
In the event, that the pad, as it exists, was required to be changed, it would not affect the septic
system. The cess pool is located in a natural grade area; an area that has not,or will not, be
.touched. The septic tank, which is located adjacent to the wall•is also in an area that could not be
affected by any remedial grading.
Your positive reaction to this request will be greatly. appreciated.
Douglas K. McHattie
South Bay Engineering, Vice President
❑ 304 TEJON PLACE • •PALOS VERDES ESTATES, CA 90274 ,• (310) 375-2556 IN L.A. (213) 772,1555 • FAX (310) 378-3816
.❑ 521 SPECTRUM CIRCLE, SUITE A • OXNARD,CA 93030 • (805) 278-0381 • FAX (805) 278.0681
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City a/ a fP
FIELD TRIP NOTIFICATION
March 20, 1997
INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957
NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD
ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274
(310) 377-1521
FAX (310) 377.7288
Email: cttyo(rh@aot.com
Mr. Bernard Howroyd
7 Maverick Lane
Rolling Hills, CA 90274
SUBJECT: ZONING CASE NO. 553, Request for a Variance to allow the importation of a
substantial amount of soil that is in excess of a previous Administrative
approval and requesting a modification of an approved Site Plan Review
application for a stable and corral area to allow unauthorized increased grading
quantifies on the site at 7 Maverick Lane (Lot 28-A-SK), Rolling Hills, CA.
Dear Mr. Howroyd:
We have arranged for the Planning Commission to conduct a field inspection of your property to
view a staking of the proposed project on Saturday, April 5, 1997.
The Planning Commission's timetable is to meet at 7:30 AM at 29 Portuguese Bend Road, proceed
to 12 Outrider Road and then toyour property. Do not expect the Commission at 7:30 AM but, be
assured that the field trip will take place before 10:00 AM.
The site must be prepared according to the enclosed Silhouette Construction Guidelines and the
following requirements:
• Stake the limits of the approved stable pad;
• Stake the corners of the approved stable, and
• Stake the property and setback lines in the area.
The owner and/or representative should be present to answer any questions regarding the proposal.
Please call me at (310) 377-1521 if you have any questions.
LOLA M. UNGAR
PRINCIPAL PLANNER
cc: Mr. Douglas McHattie
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INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957
NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD
STATUS OF APPLICATION & MEETING NOTIFICATIONROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274
(310) 377.1621
FAX: (310) 377-7288
E-mail: dityofrheaol.com
March 6, 1997
Mr. Bernard Howroyd
7 Maverick Lane
Rolling Hills, CA 90274
SUBJECT: ZONING CASE NO. 553, Request for a Variance to allow the importation of a
substantial amount of soil that is in excess of a previous Administrative
approval and requesting a modification of an approved Site Plan Review
application for a stable and corral area to allow unauthorized increased grading
quantities on the site at 7 Maverick Lane (Lot 28-A-SK), Rolling Hills, CA.
Dear Mr. Howroyd:
Pursuant to state law the City's staff has completed a preliminary review of the application
noted above and finds that the information submitted is:
X Sufficiently complete as of the date indicated above to allow the application to be
processed.
Please note that the City may require further information in order to clarify, amplify, correct, or
otherwise supplement the application. If the City requires such additional information, it is
strongly suggested that you supply that information promptly to avoid any delay in the
processing of the application.
Your application for Zoning Case No. 553 has been set for public hearing consideration by the
Planning Commission at their meeting on Tuesday, March 18, 1997.
The meeting will begin at 7:30 PM in the Council Chambers, Rolling Hills City Hall
Administration Building, 2 Portuguese Bend Road, Rolling Hills. You or your designated
representative must attend to present your project and to answer questions.
The staff report for this project will be available at the City Hall after 3:00 PM on Friday,
March 14,1997. Please arrange to pick up the staff report to preview it prior to the hearing.
Please call me at (310) 377-1521 if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
LOLA M. UNGAR (J
PRINCIPAL PLANNER
cc: Mr. Douglas McHattie
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City 0/leo/ling JUL
JODY MURDOCK
Mayor
B. ALLEN LAY
Mayor Pro Tem
THOMAS F. HEINSHEIMER
Councilmember
FRANK E. HILL
Councilmember
GODFREY PERNELL, D.D.S.
Councilmember
February 7, 1997
Mr. Bernard Howroyd
7 Maverick Lane
Rolling Hills, CA 90274
INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957
NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD
ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274
(310) 377.1521
FAX (310) 377.7288
E•malt cityofrheaolcom
SUBJECT: Receipt of Application
Modification of Stop Work Order
Dear Mr. Howroyd:
We have received your application and fees requesting a modification of your Site
Plan Review approval and a Variance for the importation of soil associated with the
as graded condition of the portion of your property approved for the construction of
a barn. We are evaluating your applications and anticipate that your case will be
presented to the Planning Commission on March 18th, 1997.
We have reviewed the correspondence dated February 6, 1997 which was submitted
with your applications requesting that you be permitted to construct the retaining
wall and backfill at the. rear of the stable in order to preserve the integrity of the
hillside. Based upon our discussions with Los Angeles County District Engineer
Lata Thakar and Senior Building Inspector Rafael Bernal, you are permitted to
construct the wall as specified on your original plans approved by the Planning
Commission.
Please understand that modification of the Stop Work Order is strictly limited to
construction of the wall, including gravel and soil backfill, utilizing soil existing on
your property. You are not authorized to complete any other work or import any
soil to your property. The Stop Work Order for all other building and grading work
remains in effect.
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Please feel free to call me should you have any questions regarding this matter.
Your cooperation will be appreciated.
Sincerely,
Craig R. Nealis
City Manager
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cc: City Council
Planning Commission
Lola Ungar, Principal Planner
Peggy Minor, RHCA Manager
Lata Thakar, District Engineer, Building & Safety
Rafael Bernal, Senior Engineering Building Inspector, Building & Safety
Michael Jenkins, City Attorney
Kevin Ennis, Assistant City Attorney
Douglas McHattie, South Bay Engineering
Criss Gunderson, Architect
Dutch Phillips
SOUTH BAY ENGINEERING COMPANY
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February 06, 1997
Craig Nealis
City Manager .
City of Rolling Hills ,
•2 Portuguese Bend Road
Rolling Hills, California 90274
REFERENCE GRADING: 7 MAVERICK LANE
Dear Mr. Nealis;
In consideration of the submitted applications and required fees, I am respectfully requesting that you
permit work to continue on a portion of the project, •specifically the construction of the retaining wall at the rear of
the stable, in order to preserve the integrity of the hillside.'
The erroneous labeling of a 1 1/2:1 slope on side of the driveway and 3:1 on the other has been corrected
on the "AS GRADED"plan. •
_I would point out that the soils and geology determinations were made from sections that clearly showed
the slopes as they have always been; 1 1/2:1
Douglas K. McHattie
Vice President •
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December 17,1996
Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Howroyd
7 Maverick Lane
Rolling Hills, CA 90274
SUBJECT: IMPORTATION OF SOIL
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Howroyd:
•
INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957
NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD
ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274
(310) 377.1521
FAX (310) 377.7288
E•malt cityofrh@aol.com
We have not received a response to our letter of December 6, 1996 requesting
a stamped "as graded" plan from you regarding the importation of a
maximum of 130 cubic yards of soil from the Hao property at 5 Sagebrush
Lane (Lot 100-A-3-RH) to your lot at 7 Maverick Lane (Lot 28-SK).
As we stated previotsly, we have not issued a "Stop Work Order" during our
investigation and do not intend to do so unless you do not comply with our
request for an "as graded" plan within the next ten days (by December 27,
1996).
We have been very patient and we are certain that you share our desire to
clear up this situation as soon as possible to avoid any unnecessary delays.
Feel free to call me if you have any questions regarding this matter. Your
cooperation will be appreciated.
Sincerely,
LOLA M. UNG
PRINCIPAL PLANNER
cc: City Council
Craig R. Nealis, City Manager
Peggy Minor, RHCA Manager
Lata Thakar, District Engineer, Los Angeles County
Michael Jenkins, City Attorney
Mr. Douglas McHattie, South Bay Engineering
Mr. Criss Gunderson, Architect
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CHRONOLOGY
7 Maverick Lane, Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Howroyd
1960 The existing house, attached garage, and swimming pool were
constructed.
4/6/91 The Planning Commission approved a Variance to the front and
side yard setbacks to construct residential additions and Site Plan
Review to construct residential additions that included a
subterranean garage in Zoning Case No. 444.
3/17/92 The Planning Commission approved a one year time extension for
financing of the approved project.
4/6/93 Approvals expired.
9/7/93 Application for 1,294 square foot stable with loft and a 3,266 square
foot corral area approved but, a request for a Variance to encroach
into the side yard- setback to construct an attached garage was denied
by the Planning Commission in Zoning Case No. 497.
10/25/93 The applicant appealed the decision of the Planning Commission to
the City Council. The Council upheld the decision of the Planning
Commission.
9/20/94 The Planning Commission approved a one year time extension for
the stable with loft and corral area project due to the plan check
process that requires Grading and Geology approvals that are
expected within the month.
2/16/95 A building permit for a 440 square foot attached garage to be
constructed within allowable setbacks was issued, but not yet
finalled.
9/7/95 The time extension for the stable with loft and corral area project
expired.
1/16/96 The Planning Commission approved a new application for a 1,294
square foot stable with loft and corral area.
Existing retaining walls. and the existing residence encroach up to
33' into the 50' front yard setback and up to 34' into the 35'
southwest side yard setback.
The applicant stated that portions of the existing slope would be
removed and recompacted to maintain existing grades and were
outlined with a dashed line on the approved plot plan. Grading
would require 110 cubic yards of cut soil and 110 cubic yards of fill
soil and was shown on the approved plot plan by a textured gray
area.
7/19/96 Permits issued for grading and retaining wall.
8/5/96 Final stable construction plans approved by the City for County to
issue permits.
9/13/96 Permits issued for stable with loft.
9/19/96 Request from Mr. Douglas McHattie, South Bay Engineering, to
import 130 cubic yards from 1 Buggy Whip Drive, owned by Mr.
John Z. Blazevich, because the soil . at the site was taking a
tremendous shrink.
9/20/96 A request to import soil from 1 Buggy Whip to 7 Maverick was
denied by City staff because no evidence was submitted supporting
the need to export soil.
10/7/96 Letter received from Andy Glassell, contractor at 5 Sagebrush Lane,
requested to export 450 cubic yards of soil from three 65 foot deep
seepage pits and extra deep footings required by the County Building
Dept, 130 cubic yards to be delivered to 7 Maverick Lane and the
remainder for Community Association road repair and for
improvements to the Clif Hix Riding Ring. Request approved by
City staff on October 8,1996.
11/96 Calls received from City Council and Rolling Hills Community
Association Board members regarding grading at site.
11/19/96 Mrs. Beth King and Mr. Tom Resich, Association Architecture
Committee, called upon City staff to voice their concern about the
amount of grading taking place at the subject site.
12/6/96 Letter sent separately to Mr. & Mrs. Bernard Howroyd and Mr. and
Mrs. James Hao requesting as graded plans from both parties.
12/17/96 Letter sent separately to Mr. & Mrs. Bernard Howroyd and Mr. and
Mrs. James Hao giving a 10 day deadline for as graded plan requests.
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L'Ifff O/ Rotting .N[I[S INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957
NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD
ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274
(310) 377.1521
JODY MURDOCK FAX (310) 377 7288
Mayor Email cItyotrheaol.com
B. ALLEN LAY
Mayor Pro Tem
THOMAS F. HEINSHEIMER
Councilmember
FRANK E. HILL
Councilmember
' GODFREY PERNELL, D.D.S.
Councilmember
December 6, 1996
Mr. Bernard Howroyd
7 Maverick Lane
Rolling Hills, CA 90274
Dear Mr. Howroyd:
As I indicated to you on the telephone, we have received several complaints
regarding the importation of soil to your property in conjunction with the
construction of your barn. Reports indicate that up to 10 times above the permitted
quantity of soil was imported. As you know, importation. of a maximum of 130
cubic yards of soil was approved based upon the attached request.
We are currently awaiting receipt of an as graded plan so we can compare the as
graded condition on your property to the permitted grading that was approved by
the Planning Commission.
We have not issued a stop work order on your project. However, you should be
advised that we are investigating this matter. If our investigations indicate that the
conditions imposed on your approval were violated, we may have no, choice but to
order restorative action.
We are certain that you share our desire to clear up this situation as soon as possible
to avoid any unnecessary delays. In that light, we anticipate that you and your
representatives will provide full and complete cooperation.
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Mr. Bernard Howroyd
December 6,1996
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Should you wish to discuss this further, please do not hesitate to call. We will let
you know when our findings are complete.
Sinc rely,
Lola Ungar
Principal Planner
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cc: City Council
Craig R. Nealis, City Manager
Peggy Minor, RHCA Manager
Lata Thakar, District Engineer, Los Angeles County
City Attorney
Mr. Doug McHattie
Mr. Criss Gunderson
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October 8,1996
Mr. Andrew Glassell
5 Sagebrush Lane
Rolling Hills, CA 90274
SUBJECT: BALANCED CUT AND FILL EXCEPTION
Dear Mr. Glassell:
•
INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957
NO.2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD
ROLLING HILLS. CALIF. 90274
(310) 377.1521
FAX (310) 377.7288
E•maft cityofrhOsol.com
Thank you for your letter of October 7, 1996. As we noted, Paragraph 3 of Section
15.04.150 of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code permits an exception to the balance cut
and fill ratio requirement of up to 500 cubic yards of soil to be exported or imported
when a structure cannot be completed without the requested import or export of
soil.
The export of 450 cubic yards of soil from 5 Sagebrush Lane may be used to finish the
Howroyd project at 7 Maverick Lane (130 cubic yards), the remainder for
Community Association road repair and for improvements to the Clif Hix Riding
Ring.
Please call me at (310) 377-1521 if you have any questions. •
LOLA UNGA
PRINCIPAL PLANNER
cc Ms. Peggy Minor, Rolling Hills Community Association Manager,
Mr. Roger Vink, RHCA Architectural Inspector
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October 7, 1996
City of Rollings Hills
2 Pprtugese Bend Road
Rolling Hills, Ca. 90274
Re: 15 Sagebrush Lane
Dear City Manager,
CITY OF ROL! "vr: HILLS
Approved 4S3 6" • lad
PLANNING DEPARTIANT
Date
Pursuant to Sect. 7015.4 Paragraph 13; in that the
project has been started and that in order to continue
the project it is necessary for us to export approximately
450 cubic yards of dirt produced from the 3 sixty-five
foot deep seepage pits and extra deep footings, both requir-
ed by the County Building Department, we respectfully request
that we be allowed to remove the dirt from the site as soon
as possible.
Sincerely,
0.4.4Andrew Glassell
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SOiAL BAY ENGINEERING CiIPANY
CIVIL STRUCTURAL •' CONSULTING ENGINEERS' .• SURVEYING-..
September 19, 1996
Cralg Nealis
City Manager
City of Rolling Hills
2 Portuguese Bend Road
Rolling Hills, CA 90274
Dear Mr. Nealis:
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I was copied a letter from AGI Geotechnical, Inc. in which they stated a need for dirt at 7
Maverick Lane.
At this time I am requesting that we be allowed to export the allowable maximum of 500 cubic
yards of earth from the Blazevich property.
In as much as we have already moved 260 cubic yards to complete the Hilliard job, this would
leave 240 cubic yards that we would be allowed to export.
There has been an urgent request from the Caballeros to obtain dirt to finish the Hix ring.
I am estimating 110 cubic yards would complete that task. The remainder, 130 cubic yards, be
used to finish the Howroyd project as requested in the AGI letter, which is enclosed.
Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
iy,OLITH BAY ENGINEERING COMPANY
4- "/•-•Ce
Douglas K. McHattie
Vlce President
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A.G.I. GEOTECHNICAL, INC.
7247 Hayvenhurat Avenue, Unit A•2 • Van Nuys, CA 91406 • (818) 785.5244 • FAX (818) 785-6251
September 4, 1996 Job # 4-1332-03
Bernie Howroyd
#7 Maverick
Rolling Hills, Calif. 90274
RE: Grading operations at above mentioned location
Dear Mr. Howroyd;
During my observations of the grading operations on the slope behind your residence, it is
obvious that the soil being placed is taking a tremendous shrink. This is not an uncommon
occurrence in this area and can generally be remedied with the importing of soil from another
local project. Since all of the criteria for your project is predicated on the pad reaching proposed
design elevation, and the high shrinkage factor is making that unlikely, you may be needing soil.
As luck would have it, a recent backfill design criteria change for the basement walls at
# 1 Buggy Whip Drive, here in rolling hills, allows you that opportunity.
1f this is maybe of any benefit to you feel free to contact Dutch Phillips ( grading contractor )
# 1 Buggy Whip. The job site Phone is 310.541-9925 or the fax No. is 310-541-2969.
Thank you for your time,
Kevin M. , anleydenior Soils P clinician
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Engineering Geology • Soil Engineering • Environmental Studios
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JOOY RAMC (
Mayor •
S. ALLEN LAY
Mayer Pro Tern
THOMAS F. HEINSHEIMER
Co Tarr ember
FRANK E. HILL
Councimenter
OODFREY PERNELL. D.O.S.
Cam/member
September 20, 1996
Mr. Doug McHattie
South Bay Engineering
304 Tejon Place
Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90274
Dear Mr. McHattie:
1NCORPORATiD JANUARY 24, 1937
NO. 2 PORTVOUESE BEND ROAD
ROLLING HILLS. CALIF. 90274
13101377.1521
FAX 0101377.7264
E•ma* dtrarMaotcom
Thank you for your letter dated September 19, 1996 requesting to export 240 cubic
yards of soil from the Blazevich job site at 1 Buggy Whip Drive. The letter appears
to satisfy the reasons why soil needs to be imported at 7 Maverick Lane and the Hix
Ring. However, you have not submitted any evidence supporting the need to
export the soil from 1 Buggy Whip Drive as required pursuant to Section 15.04.150 of
the Municipal Code (enclosed). Therefore, your request is denied at this time.
In order to consider your request for approval, you must comply with the
provisions of Paragraph 3 of Section 15.04.150 of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code
which provides an exception to the balance cut and fill ratio requirement.
Conditions which must be met include:
a.
b.
c.
construction of the structure on the lot or parcel has commenced.
that the need to import or export soil could not have been foreseen prior
to commencement of construction and
that either the structure cannot be completed without the requested
import or export of the soil or that the emergency condition exists due to
the threat of land subsidence or other eminent danger.
Until the provisions of Section 15.04.150 are satisfied, and approval is granted by the
City, you are not permitted to export any soil from 1 Buggy Whip Drive.
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We will promptly consider this matter when you submit the necessary written
evidence supporting your request. Should you desire to discuss this further, please
do not hesitate to call.
Sincerely, •
Craig R. Nealis
City Manager
CRN:mjs
mchall re/exporl.corres
City Council
Lola Ungar, Principal Planner
Bernard Howroyd
Robert Jonas
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15.' .140--15.04.150
15.04.150 Section 7015.4 amended. Section 7015 of
the Building Code, entitled 'Excavations,' is amended to
add subsection 7015.4 to read:
7015.4 BALANCED CUT AND FILL RATIO.
1. No export or import of soil shall be permitted
from or.to any lot in the City.
2. No grading plan for which a permit is required
shall be approved unless the amount of soil to be cut
from the site equals the amount of soil to be filled
on the site.
3. The City Manager may grant an exception to the
requirements of parts 1 and 2 of this paragraph (d) to
allow for the import or export of soil not to exceed
500 cubic yards if he or she finds, based upon written
reports and other information submitted, that all of
the following conditions are present: (a) construc-
tion of a structure on the lot or parcel has com-
menced, (b) that the need to import or export the soil
could not have been foreseen prior to commencement of
construction, and (c) that either the structure cannot
be completed without the requested import or export of
soil or that an emergency condition exists due to the
threat of land subsidence or other imminent danger.
(Ord. 257-U §1(part), 1995).
173 (Rolling Hills 5/96)
•City ol Rolling JUL
October 8,1996
Mr. Andrew Glassell
5 Sagebrush Lane
Rolling Hills, CA 90274
SUBJECT: BALANCED CUT AND FILL EXCEPTION
Dear Mr. Glassell:
•
INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957
NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD
ROLLING HILLS. CALIF. 90274
(310) 377.1521
FAX: (3101377.728S
E•mait ci yofrtbmaol.com
Thank you for your letter of October 7, 1996. As we noted, Paragraph 3 of Section
15.04.150 of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code permits an exception to the balance cut
and fill ratio requirement of up to 500 cubic yards of soil to be exported or imported
when a structure cannot be completed without the requested import or export of
soil.
The export of 450 cubic yards of soil from 5 Sagebrush Lane may be used to finish the
Howroyd project at 7 Maverick Lane (130 cubic yards), the remainder for
Community Association road repair and for improvements to the Clif Hix Riding
Ring.
Please call me at (310) 377-1521 if you have any questions.
LOLA UNGA
PRINCIPAL PLANNER
cc Ms. Peggy Minor, Rolling Hills Community Association Manager
Mr. Roger Vink, RHCA Architectural Inspector
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CITY OF ROLI "In HILLS
October 7, 1996
City of Rollings Hills
2 Pprtugese Bend Road
Rolling Hill.,.Ca. 90274
Re: 05 Sagebrush Lane
Dear City Manager,
Approved 'a
PLANNING DEPART NT
Pursuant to Sect. 7015.4 Paragraph 03; in that the
project has been started and that in order to continue
the project it is necessary for us to export approximately
450 cubic yards of dirt produced from the 3 sixty-five
foot deep seepage pits and extra deep footings, both requir-
ed by the County Building Department, we respectfully request
that we be allowed to remove the dart from the site as soon
as possible.
Sincerely,
Andrew Glassell
1:DIcirT ui'X 1 . sj -D VoR C-oNµwd1'� Assoc, goav (ztp,4r¢,
otytit17/R0/tn Jh//
JOOY MURD CK
Mayor
8. M.LEN LAY.
Marx Pro Tim
FRANC E. HLL
Cotriartember
Casidhiernber
September 20, 1996
Mr. Doug McHattie
South Bay Engineering
304 Tejon Place
Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90274
Dear Mr. McHattie:
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INCORPORATED JANUARY 21, 1157
NO. 2 PORTUOUESE SEND ROAD
ROLLING NUR. CAA 90374
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PAX (3101377.72$$
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Thank you for your letter dated September 19, 1996 requesting to export 240 cubic
yards of soil from the Blazevich job site at 1 Buggy Whip Drive. The letter appears
to satisfy the reasons why soil needs to be imported at 7 Maverick Lane and the Hix
Ring. However, you have not submitted any evidence supporting the need to
export the soil from 1 Buggy Whip Drive as required pursuant to Section 15.04.150 of
the Municipal Code (enclosed). Therefore, your request is denied at this time.
In order to consider your request for approval, you must comply with the
provisions of Paragraph 3 of Section 15.04.150 of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code
which provides an exception to the balance cut and fill ratio requirement.
Conditions which must be met include:
a. construction of the structure on the lot or parcel has commenced.
b. that the need to import or export soil could not have been foreseen prior
to commencement of construction and
c. that either the structure cannot be completed without the requested
import or export of the soil or that the emergency condition exists due to
the threat of land subsidence or other eminent danger.
Until the provisions of Section 15.04.150 are satisfied, and approval is granted by the
City, you are not permitted to export any soil from 1 Buggy Whip Drive.
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Page 2.
We will promptly consider this matter when you submit the necessary written
evidence supporting your request. Should you desire to discuss this further, please
do not hesitate to call.
Sincerely,
14 4 '
Craig R. Nealis
City Manager
CRN:mjs
mchcttie/exporl.corres
cc City Council
Lola Ungar, Principal Planner
Bernard Howroyd
Robert Jonas
15., .an--15.04.150
•
15.04.150 Section 7015.4 amended. Section 7015 of
the Building Code, entitled 'Excavations,• is amended to
add subsection 7015.4 to read:
7015.4 BALANCED CUT AND FILL RATIO.
1. No export or import of soil shall be permitted
from or.to any lot in the City.
2. No grading plan for which a permit is required
shall be approved unless the amount of soil to be cut
from the site equals the amount of soil to be filled
on the site.
3. The City Manager may grant an exception to the
requirements of parts 1 and 2 of this paragraph (d) to
allow for the import or export of soil not to exceed
500 cubic yards if he or she finds, based upon written
reports and other information submitted, that all of
the following conditions are present: (a) construc-
tion of a structure on the lot or parcel has com-
menced, (b) that the need to import or export the soil
could not have been foreseen prior to commencement of
construction, and (c) that either the structure cannot
be completed without the requested import or export of
soil or that an emergency condition exists due to the
threat of land subsidence or other imminent danger.
(Ord. 257-U §1(part), 1995).
173 (Rolling Hills 5/96)
September 19, 1996
Craig Nealls
C ty Manager
City of Rolling Hills
- 2 Portuguese Bend Road
Rolling Hills, CA 90274
Dear Mr. Nealis:
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CIVIL • STRUCTURAL- • CONSU TING ENGINEERS • SURVEYING :..
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I was copied a letter from AGI Geotechnical, Inc. in which they stated a need for dirt at 7
Maverick Lane.
At this time I am requesting that we be allowed to export the allowable maximum of 500 cubic
yards of earth from the Blazevich property.
In as much as we have already moved 260 cubic yards to complete the Hilliard job, this would
leave 240 cubic yards that we would be allowed to export.
There has been an urgent request from the Caballeros to obtain dirt to finish the Hix ring.
I am estimating 110 cubic yards would complete that task. The remainder, 130 cubic yards, be
used to finish the Howroyd project as requested in the AGI letter, which is enclosed.
Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
OVTH BAY ENGINEERING COMPANY
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Douglas K. Mclattie
Vice President
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❑ 304 TEJON PLACE • PALOS VERGES ESTATES, CA 90274 • (310) 375.2556 IN L.A. (213) 772.1555 • FAX (310) 378-3816
0 521 SPECTRUM CIRCLE. SUITE A • OXNARO. CA 93030 • (805) 278.0381 • FAX (805) 278-0681
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A.G.I. GEOTECHNICAL, INC.
7247 Hsyvenhurst Avenue, Unit A•2 • Van Nuys. CA 91408 • (818) 785.5244 • FAX (818) 785.8251
September 4,1996 Job # 4- 1 332-03
Bernie Howroyd
#7 Maverick ,
Rolling Hills, Calif. 90274
RE: Grading operations at above mentioned location
Dear Mr. Howroyd;
During my observations of the grading operations on the slope behind your residence, it is
obvious that the soil being placed is taking a tremendous shrink. This is not an uncommon
occurrence in this area and can generally be remedied with the importing of soil from another
local project. Since all of the criteria for your project is predicated on the pad reaching proposed
design elevation, and the high shrinkage factor is making that unlikely, you may be needing soil.
As luck would have it, a recent backfill design criteria change for the basement walls at
# 1 Buggy Whip Drive, here in rolling hills, allows you that opportunity.
If this is may be of any benefit to you feel free to contact Dutch Philips ( grading contractor )
# 1 Buggy Whip. The job site Phone is 310-541-9925 or the fax No. is 310-541-2969.
Thank you for your time,
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Kevin M. ,2orSoii?Fhnician
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Engineering Geology • Soil Engineering • Environmental Studies