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456, Encroachment of a structure in, Staff ReportsGov CI4 o/ R0/tL54 Jh/i INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957 AGENDA ITEM S.A NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274 (213) 377-1521 FAX: (213) 377-7288 MEETING DATE 11/12/91 TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL ATTENTION: CRAIG R. NEALIS, CITY MANAGER FROM: LOLA M. UNGAR, PRINCIPAL PLANNER SUBJECT: ZONING CASE NO..456 Mr. John Walter, 92 Crest Road East (Lot 121-EF) Resolution No. 91-26: A Resolution of the Planning Commission of the City of Rolling Hills granting a Variance for the encroachment of a structure into the side yard setback, granting a Variance for the encroachment of a structure into the rear yard setback, granting a Variance to permit continued vehicular access to a mixed use structure within twenty-five feet of the side lot line, and granting a Conditional Use Permit for the expansion of an existing mixed use structure consisting of a garage and recreation room. BACKGROUND 1. The existing single family residence and an attached garage were built in 1950. Later, in 1971, a 600 square foot detached garage was added within the rear yard setback. Previous owners modified a portion of the garage to include a 359 square foot separate room that includes a closet, rest room and porch for a total of 645 square feet with the approval of the City and the Community Association in 1979. But, there were no Los Angeles County Building Permits to reflect the modification. 2. The applicant applied for Variances to encroach up to 10 feet into the side yard setback and up to 41 feet into the rear yard setback, a Variance to permit continued vehicular access within twenty-five feet of the side lot line, to construct a 196 square foot addition to the garage and a Conditional Use Permit to allow a mixed use structure consisting of a 482 square foot garage and 359 square foot recreation room (A total of 841 square foot). 3. The structural lot coverage will not exceed 5,091 square feet or 12.9% and the total lot coverage will not exceed 11,099 square feet or 28%. ZONING CASE NO. 456 PAGE 2 4. The Planning Commission approved the Variances and the Conditional Use Permit with conditions requiring that the applicant apply for proper building permits that reflect the mixed use, that there be no interior passageway between the uses, that the interior separating wall meet attachedtownhouse construction requirements, that there be no sleeping quarters or kitchen facilities in the mixed use structure, that the recreation room not be rented or leased, that if the use is converted the permit shall automatically lapse, and that landscaping, consisting of mature trees and native vegetation be provided on the west side of the structure to minimize the appearance of .the structure from the easement line. RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that the City Council receive and file the subject Resolution No. 91-26. HEARING DATE: TO: FROM: APPLICATION NO. SITE LOCATION: ZONING & SIZE: APPLICANT: REPRESENTATIVE: PUBLISHED: • o/ �2 fang _11J.P� INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957 OCTOBER 22, 1991 PLANNING COMMISSION LOLA UNGAR, PRINCIPAL PLANNER NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274 (213) 377-1521 FAX: (213) 377-7288 ZONING CASE NO. 456 92 CREST ROAD EAST (LOT 121-EF) RAS-1, 1.405 ACRES, IRREGULAR SHAPE MR. JOHN WALTER MR. KURT GIBBS, HUGH GIBBS AND DONALD GIBBS, ARCHITECTS JUNE 15, 1991 REQUEST: The applicant requests a Conditional Use Permit to permit the continued use of a structure detached from the main building for a garage and recreation room, requests a Variance to permit vehicular access within twenty-five feet of the side lot line, and requests a Variance to permit the encroachment into the side and rear yard setbacks for the construction of a single car garage addition to the existing garage. BACKGROUND As requested by the Commission, a written chronology was submitted to staff by Mr. Gibbs on October 7, 1991 (attached). This chronology reiterates his contention that the guest quarters did exist in 1979 and were approved by the City. However, Los Angeles County Building Permits do not reflect his statements. RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that the Planning Commission review the proposed plans and take public testimony. 5(3 HEARING DATE: TO: FROM: APPLICATION NO. SITE LOCATION: ZONING & SIZE: APPLICANT: REPRESENTATIVE: PUBLISHED: C1401)Rolling JM INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957 NO, 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274 (213) 377-1521 FAX: (213) 377-7288 SEPTEMBER 17, 1991 PLANNING COMMISSION LOLA UNGAR, PRINCIPAL PLANNER ZONING CASE NO. 456 92 CREST ROAD EAST (LOT 121-EF) RAS-1, 1.405 ACRES, IRREGULAR SHAPE MR. JOHN WALTER MR. KURT GIBBS, HUGH GIBBS AND DONALD GIBBS, ARCHITECTS JUNE 15, 1991 REQUEST The applicant requests a Conditional Use Permit to permit the continued use of a structure detached from the main building for a garage and servants quarters, and requests a Variance to permit the encroachment into the side and rear yard setback for the construction of a single car garage addition to the existing garage. BACKGROUND On July 16, 1991, the Planning Commission discussed the conversion of existing servants quarters to recreational quarters and the Variance for the setback requirements. The Planning Commission continued the item so that the applicant's representative, Mr. Kurt Gibbs could discuss these issues with his client. Staff was also directed to communicate with the Trails Chairman to determine the trail access behind the property. Staff has spoken Mr. Roger Hawkins, President of the Caballeros and Mr. David Basque and they request that all existing trails be cleared of brush and debris. Mr. Gibbs requested that the case be continued to allow him to further consult with his clients. RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that the Planning Commission review the proposed plans and take public testimony. • • HEARING DATE: TO: FROM: APPLICATION NO. SITE LOCATION: ZONING & SIZE: APPLICANT: REPRESENTATIVE: PUBLISHED: City opeo ffi,.y Jh/f INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957 NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274 (213) 377-1521 FAX: (213) 377-7288 AUGUST 20, 1991 PLANNING COMMISSION LOLA UNGAR, PRINCIPAL PLANNER ZONING CASE NO. 456 92 CREST ROAD EAST (LOT 121-EF) RAS-1, 1.405 ACRES, IRREGULAR SHAPE MR. JOHN WALTER MR. KURT GIBBS, HUGH GIBBS AND DONALD GIBBS, ARCHITECTS JUNE 15, 1991 REQUEST: The applicant requests a Conditional Use Permit to permit the continued use of a structure detached from the main building for a garage and servants quarters, and requests a Variance to permit the encroachment into the side and rear yard setback for the construction of a single car garage addition to the existing garage. BACKGROUND On July 16, 1991, the Planning Commission discussed the conversion of existing servants quarters to recreational quarters and the Variance for the setback requirements. The Planning Commission continued the item so that the applicant's representative, Mr. Kurt Gibbs could discuss these issues with his client. Staff was also directed to communicate with the Trails Chairman to determine the trail access behind the property. Staff has spoken to Mr. Roger Hawkins, President of the Caballeros and Mr. David Basque and there will be an oral report of their findings at the meeting. RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that the Planning Commission review the proposed plans and take public testimony. • • HEARING DATE: TO: FROM: APPLICATION NO. SITE LOCATION: ZONING & SIZE: APPLICANT: REPRESENTATIVE: PUBLISHED: City Or /0fftfli A INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957 JULY 16, 1991 PLANNING COMMISSION LOLA UNGAR, PRINCIPAL PLANNER NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274 (213) 377-1521 FAX: (213) 377-7288 ZONING CASE NO. 456 92 CREST ROAD EAST (LOT 121-EF) RAS-1, 1.405 ACRES, IRREGULAR SHAPE MR. JOHN WALTER MR. KURT GIBBS, HUGH GIBBS AND DONALD GIBBS, ARCHITECTS JUNE 15, 1991 REQUEST: The applicant requests a Conditional Use Permit to permit the continued use of a structure detached from the main building for a garage and servants quarters, and requests a Variance to permit the encroachment into the side and rear yard setback for the construction of a single car garage addition to the existing garage. BACKGROUND The Planning Commission conducted a field trip on July 13, 1991 to view a silhouette of the proposed garage addition and the servants quarters. RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that the Planning Commission review the proposed plans and take public testimony. HERINATE: TO: FROM: APPLICATION NO. SITE LOCATION: ZONING & SIZE: APPLICANT: REPRESENTATIVE: PUBLISHED: • C1iy 0/ RONL,& �ue� INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957 JUNE 25, 1991 PLANNING COMMISSION LOLA UNGAR, PRINCIPAL PLANNER NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274 (213) 377-1521 FAX: (213) 377-7288 ZONING CASE NO. 456 92 CREST ROAD EAST (LOT 121-EF) RAS-1, 1.405 ACRES, IRREGULAR SHAPE MR. JOHN WALTER MR. KURT GIBBS, HUGH GIBBS AND DONALD GIBBS, ARCHITECTS JUNE 15, 1991 REQUEST: The applicant requests a Conditional Use Permit to permit the continued use of a structure detached from the main building for a garage and servants quarters, and requests a Variance to permit the encroachment into the side and rear yard setback for the construction of a single car garage addition to the existing garage. BACKGROUND In reviewing the applicant's request under Title 17 (Zoning), staff would identify the following issues for evaluation: 1. The single family residence and attached garage was built in 1950. Permits show a 600 square foot detached garage and a family room dining area were built in 1971; followed by an 85 square foot retaining wall and a pool in 1973; re -roofing in 1975; and then, 336 square feet of retaining walls and a 531 square foot residential addition in 1981. 2. The applicant is also requesting a variance to encroach 8 feet into the side yard setback and 31 feet into the rear yard setback to permit a 196 square foot garage addition to the existing garage. 3. The existing garage does not encroach into the side yard setback, but, does encroach up to 32 feet into the rear yard setback. 4. Grading will not be required for the project. 5. The structural lot coverage proposed is 12.9 (20% permitted) and the total lot coverage proposed is 28% (35% permitted). 6. Coverage on the existing pads, including a 450 square foot future stable area, is 34.4%. RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that the Planning Commission review the proposed plans and take public testimony.