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861, Construct a pool, planters, st, Staff ReportsRa qe INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957 NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD ROLLING HILLS, CA 90274 (310) 377-1521 FAX (310) 377-7288 Agenda Item No. 4A Mtg. Date:11/10/14 TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL FROM: YOLANTA SCHWARTZ, PLANNING DIRECTOR S THROUGH: RAYMOND R. CRUZ, CITY MANAGER SUBJECT: RESOLUTION NO. 2014-14. A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING A SITE PLAN REVIEW FOR GRADING AND CONSTRUCTION OF A SWIMMING POOL AND A SPA AND A VARIANCE TO EXCEED THE MAXIMUM PERMITTED DISTURBANCE OF THE LOT IN ZONING CASE NO. 861, AT 2 MIDDLERIDGE LANE SOUTH, LOT 168-RH, (JOHNSON). THE PROJECT HAS BEEN DETERMINED TO BE EXEMPT PURSUANT TO THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA). REQUEST AND PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION 1. It is recommended that the City Council receive and file this report or provide other direction to staff. 2. The applicant, Mr. Kenneth Johnson, requests a Site Plan Review and a Variance to grade an area to the north of the proposed single family home and, within the graded area, construct an 800 square foot swimming pool, 58 square foot spa, 2,910 square feet of on -grade decking and related stairs, retaining walls and planters. The project requires approval of a Site Plan Review due to the proposed grading and size of pool/spa (> 799 square feet) and a Variance because the proposed grading will exceed by 1.65% the maximum 40% of the net lot area that is allowed to be disturbed. 3. The Planning Commission approved the project by a 4-1 vote, with Commissioner Gray absent. However, Commission Gray voted affirmatively at the prior meeting of the Planning Commission when the Commission voted to direct staff to prepare a Resolution of approval. The Planning Commission found that the project is compatible with the proposed house and that the project would not cause the lot to be overbuilt; that the lot is encumbered by roadway easements on all but one side, causing • • the net lot area to be smaller than a typical lot would be; that the project is well screened from the roads; that no objections were received for the project from any residents and that the proposed decks follow the natural terrain and are on -ground. Attached is a Resolution with standard findings and facts, including: • That the project be screened and landscaped • Any future development on the property requires Planning Commission review and approval BACKGROUND AND MUNICIPAL CODE COMPLIANCE 4. Proposed grading consists of 235 cubic yards total, including a cut of 164 cubic yards for the pool and yard areas, and 71 cubic yards of fill in the yard areas. The cut/fill balance of 93 cubic yards of dirt will be exported from the site. 5. The property is zoned RAS-2 and is located on the corner of Middleridge Lane North and Middleridge Lane South. Not including the roadway easement, the lot is 1.88 acres. For development purposes the net lot area of the lot is 70,015 square feet or 1.6 acres. The lot is irregular in shape, somewhat triangular, as it narrows to almost a point where the streets converge. Due to this shape, the lot is encumbered by large setbacks and roadway easements. 6. On January 21, 2014 the Planning Commission approved a Site Plan Review and Variance on the subject property, to allow construction of a new 4,980 square foot home, a portion of which will encroach within the rear yard setback, and 980 square foot garage, and set aside area for a future 450 square foot stable and corral on the subject property per Resolution 2014-02, ZC 847. The City Council received and filed the report on February 10, 2014. 7. The neighbor to the south inquired about this current project and expressed no concern once he was informed of the location of the pool. MUNICIPAL CODE COMPLIANCE 8. The proposed improvements consist of three terraced patio areas encompassing 2,910 total square feet of flatwork and related 3-foot high walls and access steps. A 58 square foot spa is proposed at the uppermost terrace and an 800 square foot pool will be constructed at the lowest level. The total difference in elevation between the upper and lower terraces is 4 feet. The uppermost terrace will be 3 feet below the floor of the adjoining new home with access from the west side of the home. 9. The proposed spa, swimming pool, and patios will not be located in any required setbacks. The proposed terrace walls will each be 3 feet high maximum and will also form planters at the perimeters of the patios. Additional landscaping is planned along the perimeter of the lower terrace for the purpose of screening the view of the new swimming pool. ZC NO. 861 • • 10. Construction of the swimming pool and patios requires an expansion of the main residential building pad and disturbed area. The disturbed lot area is currently 27,650 square feet, or 39.5%. With the project, the total amount of disturbance, including a future stable, corral and access, will increase to a total of 29,160 square feet or 41.65% (40% max. permitted). 11. The residential building pad is proposed at 22,082 square feet and will have coverage of 7,392 square feet or 33.5%. The future stable pad will be 2,955 square feet and will have coverage of 15.2%. 12. The structural net lot coverage is proposed at 7,842 square feet or 11.2%, (20% max. permitted); and the total lot coverage (structures and flatwork) proposed will be 18,355 square feet or 26.2%, (35% max. permitted). 13. The Rolling Hills Community Association will review this project at a later date. 14. A landscaping plan will be required for the house and the pool subject to the City's Water Efficient Landscape ordinance. 15. When reviewing a development application the Planning Commission considers whether the proposed project meets the criteria for approving a Site Plan Review and Variance as listed below. 16. The project has been determined to be categorically exempt pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). ZONING CASE NO. 861 SITE PLAN REVIEW RA-S- 2 ZONE SETBACKS Front: 50 ft. from front easement line Side: 35 ft. from side property line Rear: 50 ft. from rear property line STRUCTURES (Site Plan Review required for grading, new structures and if size of house increases by more than 999 sq.ft. in a 36-month period). STRUCTURAL LOT COVERAGE (20% maximum) TOTAL LOT COVERAGE (35% maximum) AS PREVIOUSLY APPROVED SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE Residence Garage Stable -future Service yard. Trellis BBQ Fountain 4980 sq.ft. 980 sq.ft. 450 sq.ft. 96 sq.ft. 388 sq.ft. 15 sq.ft. 11 sq.ft. TOTAL 6,920 sq.ft. 9.8% of 70,015 sq.ft. net lot area 21.4% of 70,015 sq.ft. net lot area PROPOSED SWIMMING POOL, SPA, DECKS & GRADING Residence Garage Stable -future Service yard. Trellis BBQ Pool/spa Pool Equip. TOTAL 11.2% of 70,015 sq. area 26.2% of 70,015 sq. area 4980 sq.ft. 980 sq.ft. 450 sq.ft. 96 sq.ft. 388 sq.ft. 15 sq.ft. 858 sq.ft. 75 sq. ft. 7,842 sq.ft ft. net lot ft. net lot ZC NO. 861 • BUILDING PADS (30% guideline) Residential Future Stable GRADING Site Plan Review required if excavation and/or fill or combination thereof that is more than 3 feet in depth and covers more than 2,000 sq.ft.) must be balanced on site. DISTURBED AREA (40% maximum; any graded building pad area, any remedial grading (temporary disturbance), any graded slopes and building pad areas, and any non -graded area where impervious surfaces exist. Exceptions apply.) STABLE (min. 450 SQ.FT. & 550 SQ.FT. CORRAL) STABLE ACCESS ROADWAY ACCESS VIEWS PLANTS AND ANIMALS 28.7% on 21,150 sq.ft. pad 15.2% on 2,955 sq.ft. pad 144 c.y. total 27,650 sq.ft. or 39.5% including future stable and corral Future -set aside Future from Middleridge Existing driveway approach Planning Commission cond. Planning Commission cond. 33.5% on 22,082 sq.ft. pad 15.2% on 2,955 sq.ft. pad 164 c.y. cut 71 c.y. fill 93 c.y. export 29,160 sq.ft. or 41.65% including future stable and corral Future -set aside Future from Middleridge Existing driveway approach Planning Commission review Planning Commission review SITE PLAN REVIEW CRITERIA 17.46.010 Purpose. The site plan review process is established to provide discretionary review of certain development projects in the City for the purposes of ensuring that the proposed project is consistent with the City's General Plan; incorporates environmentally and aesthetically sensitive grading practices; preserves existing mature vegetation; is compatible and consistent with the scale, massing and development pattern in the immediate project vicinity; and otherwise preserves and protects the health, safety and welfare of the citizens of Rolling Hills. 17.46.050 Required findings. A. The Commission shall be required to make findings in acting to approve, conditionally approve, or deny a site plan review application. B. No project which requires site plan review approval shall be approved by the Commission, or by the City Council on appeal, unless the following findings can be made: 1. The project complies with and is consistent with the goals and policies of the general plan and all requirements of the zoning ordinance; 2. The project substantially preserves the natural and undeveloped state of the lot by minimizing building coverage. Lot coverage ZC NO. 861 • • requirements are regarded as maximums, and the actual amount of lot coverage permitted depends upon the existing buildable area of the lot; 3. The project is harmonious in scale and mass with the site, the natural terrain and surrounding residences; 4. The project preserves and integrates into the site design, to the greatest extent possible, existing topographic features of the site, including surrounding native vegetation, mature trees, drainage courses and land forms (such as hillsides and knolls); 5. Grading has been designed to follow natural contours of the site and to minimize the amount of grading required to create the building area; 6. Grading will not modify existing drainage channels nor redirect drainage flow, unless such flow is redirected into an existing drainage course; 7. The project preserves surrounding native vegetation and mature trees and supplements these elements with drought -tolerant landscaping which is compatible with and enhances the rural character of the community, and landscaping provides a buffer or transition area between private and public areas; 8. The project is sensitive and not detrimental to the convenient and safe movement of pedestrians and vehicles; and 9. The project conforms to the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act. CRITERIA FOR VARIANCES 17.38.050 Required findings. In granting a variance, the Commission (and Council on appeal) must make the following findings: A. That there are exceptional or extraordinary circumstances or conditions applicable to the property that do not apply generally to other properties in the same vicinity and zone; B. That such variance is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of substantial property rights possessed by other properties in the same vicinity and zone but which is denied the property in question; C. That the granting of such variance will not be materially detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity; D. That in granting the variance, the spirit and intent of this title will be observed; E. That the variance does not grant special privilege to the applicant; F. That the variance is consistent with the portions of the County of Los Angeles Hazardous Waste Management Plan relating to siting and siting criteria for hazardous waste facilities; and G. That the variance request is consistent with the general plan of the City of Rolling Hills. ZC NO.861 • Friday, August 15, 201.9:42:56 AM Pacific Daylight Time Subject: Fwd: Zoning Case No. 861 Date: Friday, August 15, 2014 at 9:37:49 AM Pacific Daylight Time From: ralphschmo@verizon.net <ralphschmo@verizon.net> To: Yolanta Schwartz <ys@cityofrh.net>, Ewa Nikodem <enikodem@cityofrh.net> Original Message From: Ralph Schmoller Date: Aug 12, 2014 5:46:10 PM Subject: Zoning Case No. 861 To: ralnhschmo@verizon.net To: City of Rolling Hills -Planning Commission From: Dipl. Ing. Ralph H. Schmoller Subj. Zoning Case No. 861 AUG 15 20111 city O1 Rolling Hells w In reference to the notice of public hearing,it was mentioned that public input was welcome. We are on International travel and as such will not be in attendance. On the issue of Zoning Case No. 861 wherein a request for a Site Plan Review and a Variance for grading to construct a pool, spa, and associated planters, stairs, walls and decking and to ((. exceed the maximum permitted disturbance of the lot as a result of the grading )). at 2 Middleridge Lane So.( Lot 168-RH ). ( Johnson ), we have the following reply: We wish Mr Johnson only the best in this endeavor. On the south side of the lot,Mr Johnson has been more than reasonable in planning to move the proposed stable and corral further East, thus improving considerations such as poisonous plants, prevailing winds and proximity to our swimming pool. We have no objections to the proposed Zoning Case and No. 861 and wish the project well. Sincerely yours, Ralph and Nancy Schmoller Page 1 of 1 RESOLUTION NO. 2014-14 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING A SITE PLAN REVIEW FOR GRADING AND CONSTRUCTION OF A SWIMMING POOL AND A SPA AND A VARIANCE TO EXCEED THE MAXIMUM PERMITTED DISTURBANCE OF THE LOT IN ZONING CASE NO. 861, AT 2 MIDDLERIDGE LANE SOUTH, LOT 168-RH, (JOHNSON). THE PROJECT HAS BEEN DETERMINED TO BE EXEMPT PURSUANT TO THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA). THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS DOES HEREBY FIND, RESOLVE AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. Application was duly filed by Mr. Kenneth Johnson with respect to real property located at 2 Middleridge Lane South (Lot 168-RH) requesting a Site Plan Review and a Variance to grade an area to the north of his proposed single family home and, within the graded area, construct an 800 square foot swimming pool, 58 square foot spa, 2,910 square feet of on -grade decking and related stairs, retaining walls and planters. The project requires approval of a Site Plan Review due to the proposed grading and size of pool/spa (> 800 square feet) and a Variance because the proposed grading will exceed by 1.65% the maximum 40% of the net lot area that is allowed to be disturbed. Grading consists of 235 cubic yards total, including a cut of 164 cubic yards for the pool and yard areas, and 71 cubic yards of fill in the yard areas. The cut/fill balance of 93 cubic yards of dirt will be exported from the site. Section 2 The property is zoned RAS-2 and is located on the corner of Middleridge Lane North and Middleridge Lane South. Not including the roadway easements, the lot is 1.88 acres (81,893 sq.ft.). For development purposes the net lot area of the lot is 70,015 square feet or 1.6 acres. The lot is irregular in shape as it narrows where the two streets converge. The lot is encumbered by wide easements and front and rear setbacks. In January 2014 the Planning Commission approved construction of a new single family residence on the lot, where the old house was demolished. Section 3. An area for a future stable and corral is proposed to the south of the residence, 25-feet from the south property line, with future access from Middleridge Lane South. This area is relatively flat and minimal grading will be required. A Variance was granted with the application for the residence to encroach 10-feet into the required 35-foot side setback with the set aside area. Section 4. The Planning Commission conducted duly noticed public hearings on the subject application on August 19 and September 16 and in the field on Reso. 2014-14 ZC NO. 861 1 September 16, 2014. The applicant was notified of the public hearings in writing by first class mail. Evidence was heard and presented from all persons interested in affecting said proposal and from members of the City staff and the Planning Commission having reviewed, analyzed and studied said proposal. The applicant and applicant's representative were in attendance at the hearings. Adjacent property owners to the south of this site expressed support for the project. Section 5. The Planning Commission finds that the project qualifies as a categorical exemption from environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act. Section 6. The applicant seeks a variance from the 40% maximum disturbed area standard set forth in Section 17.16.070 of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code. Sections 17.38.010 through 17.38.050 of the Code permit approval of a variance from the standards and requirements of the Zoning Ordinance when, due to exceptional or extraordinary circumstances applicable to the property and not applicable to other similar properties in the same zone, strict application of the Code would deny the property owner substantial property rights enjoyed by other properties in the same vicinity and zone. Additional findings are also required, as detailed herein. 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 other properties in the same vicinity and in the same zone. Section 17.16.070 of the Municipal Code provides that disturbance shall be limited to 40% of the net lot area. The lot is irregular in shape and has two very long frontages along Middleridge Lane South and Middleridge Lane. North, and less than average depth towards the northern portion of the lot where the two streets converge. The shape of the lot with wide and long roadway easements on two sides of the property, due to the convergence of two streets at the northern tip of the property, reduce the size of the net lot, as calculated by the City for development purposes. The gross lot area of the lot is 2.53 acres. With the deductions of the roadway easements and additional 10' all around the property for development purposes, the net lot area, against which disturbance is calculated is reduced to 1.6 acres. B. The variance is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of a substantial property right possessed by other properties in the same vicinity and zone, but which would be denied to the property in question absent a variance. Due to the configuration of the property, which fronts on two converging streets with large roadway easements; the roadways easements plus ten feet adjacent thereto on both frontages, are not included in the net lot area calculations, therefore considerably diminishing the size of the lot. Construction of the pool and decks will increase the disturbed area on the site from its current 39.5% of the net lot area to approximately 41.65%, which includes the future stable. The overage is not significant and the Reso. 2014-14 ZC NO.861 z� 8 property owner should not be denied the privilege of a pool and deck because the shape and location of the lot makes it infeasible to comply strictly with Section 17.16.170. 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. A minor increase in the overall percentage of disturbed area on the lot will have no effect on the public welfare or on property or improvements in the vicinity. D. In granting the variance, the spirit and intent of the Zoning Ordinance will be observed. The purpose of the Zoning Ordinance is to regulate development in an orderly fashion and in a manner consistent with the goals and policies of the General Plan. Approval of the variance will not impede any goals of the Zoning Ordinance or the General Plan. Rather, the variance will allow the property owner to enjoy the same rights and privileges afforded to other property owners in the vicinity. The overage requested is not substantial and does not undermine the spirit or intent of the Zoning Ordinance. E. The variance is consistent with the portions of the County of Los Angeles Hazardous Waste Management Plan relating to siting and siting criteria for hazardous waste facilities. Section 7. Section 17.46.030 requires a development plan to be submitted for Site Plan Review and approval before any grading requiring a grading permit or any new building or structure may be constructed including a swimming pool that exceeds 800 square feet in water surface size area. With respect to the Site Plan Review application requesting grading and construction of a new pool and spa, the Planning Commission makes the following findings of fact: A. The proposed development is compatible with the General Plan, the Zoning Ordinance and surrounding uses because the proposed structures comply with the General Plan requirement of low profile, low -density residential development with sufficient open space between surrounding structures. The lot size is adequate to accommodate the new pool and not look overdeveloped. The proposed pool is modest in size as compared with the newer pools on similar lots. The project conforms to Zoning Code lot coverage requirements. B. The development plan substantially preserves the natural and undeveloped state of the lot by minimizing building coverage because the new structure will not cause the lot to look overdeveloped. Significant portions of the lot will be left undeveloped so as to maintain open space on the property. The existing shrubs and trees on the northern portion on the parcel will remain and will screen the pool from the road. The nature, condition, and development of adjacent uses, buildings, and structures and the topography of the lot have been considered, and the Reso. 2014-14 ZC NO. 861 3 • • construction of the proposed structures will not adversely affect or be materially detrimental to the adjacent uses, buildings, or structures because the proposed structures will be constructed on a portion of the lot which is least intrusive to surrounding properties, will be screened and landscaped with trees and shrubs, is a sufficient distance from nearby residences so that the proposed structures will not impact the view or privacy of surrounding neighbors, and will utilize for a portion of the construction the existing building pad. C. The proposed development, as conditioned, is harmonious in scale and mass with the site, the natural terrain and surrounding residences. As indicated in Paragraph A, the lot coverage maximums set forth in the Zoning Code will not be exceeded. The proposed construction is compatible in scale and mass with adjacent properties. D. The development plan incorporates existing trees and is screened from other properties and the road by existing mature vegetation, which will be preserved. As part of this approval, the applicants are required to additionally screen the pool from the roadway. E. The development plan follows natural contours of the site to minimize grading and retain the natural drainage courses. Grading for this project will involve 164 cubic yards of cut and fill, total and 93 cubic yards will be exported from the site, which is allowed and is minimal. The grading will be generated from the construction of the deck and the excavation of the pool. Halfof the disturbance or grading will take place within the existing building pad area, which was previously disturbed. F. The development plan will introduce additional landscaping, which is compatible with and enhances the rural character of the community, and the landscaping will provide a buffer or transition area between private and public areas. G. The proposed development is sensitive and not detrimental to the convenience and safety of circulation for pedestrians and vehicles because the pool is located on the opposite side as the driveway and no changes are proposed to the driveway H. The project conforms to the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act and is exempt Section 8. Based upon the foregoing findings, the Planning Commission hereby approves Zoning Case No. 861 a Site Plan Review for a new pool and spa and grading and Variances to exceed the maximum permitted disturbance subject to the following conditions: Reso. 2014-14 ZC NO. 861 4 A. The Site Plan and Variance approvals shall expire within two years from the effective date of approval as defined in Sections 17.46.070 and 17.38.080, unless otherwise extended pursuant to the requirements of this section. B. It is declared and made a condition of this approval that if any conditions thereof are violated, this approval shall be suspended and the privileges granted thereunder shall lapse; provided that the applicant has been given written notice to cease such violation, the opportunity for a hearing has been provided, and if requested, has been held, and thereafter the applicant fails to correct the violation within a period of thirty (30) days from the date of the City's determination. C. All requirements of the Buildings and Construction Ordinance, the Zoning Ordinance, and of the zone in which the subject property is located must be complied with unless otherwise set forth in this permit, or shown otherwise on an approved plan. The conditions specified herein shall be printed on all future plans and shall be available at the construction site at all times. D. The lot shall be developed and maintained in substantial conformance with the site plan on file dated September 16, 2014 except as otherwise provided in these conditions. The working drawings submitted to the Department of Building and Safety for plan check review shall conform to the approved development plan. All conditions of the Variance and SPR approvals, herein as applicable, shall be incorporated into the building permit working drawings and complied with prior to issuance of a building permit from the building department. E. Prior to submittal of final working drawings to the Building and Safety Department for issuance of building permits, the plans for the project shall be submitted to City staff for verification that the final plans are in compliance with the plans approved by the Planning Commission. The conditions of this approval shall be printed on the plans. F. A licensed professional preparing construction plans for this project for Building Department review shall execute a Certificate affirming that the plans conform in all respects to this Resolution approving this project and all of the conditions set forth therein and the City's Building Code and Zoning Ordinance. Further, the person obtaining a building and/ or grading permit for this project shall execute a Certificate of Construction stating that the project will be constructed according to this Resolution and any plans approved therewith. G. Structural lot coverage of the lot shall not exceed 7,842 square feet or 11.2% of the net lot area, in conformance with lot coverage limitations (20% maximum). Reso. 2014-14 ZC NO. 861 5 • • The total lot coverage proposed including structures ,and flatwork shall not exceed 18,355 square feet or 26.2%, of the net lot area, in conformance with lot coverage limitations (35% max). H. Grading for this project shall consist of 164 cubic yards of cut and 71 cubic yards of fill, with 93 cubic yards exported. The disturbed area of the lot, including the future stable and corral shall not exceed 41.65%. I. The set aside for stable and corral may encroach no more than 10 feet into the side yard setback. J. The residential building pad shall be 22,082 square feet and will have coverage of 33.5%. K. The applicant shall comply with all requirements of the Lighting Ordinance of the City of Rolling Hills (RHMC 17.16.190 E), pertaining to lighting on said property. L. A drainage plan, if required by the Building Department shall be prepared and approved by City Staff prior to issuance of a construction permit. Such plan shall be subject to County Code requirements. M. A landscaping plan shall be submitted to the City for the graded areas, swimming pool and deck area. The landscaping shall not form a hedge like screen but be offset. The height of new trees, if planted, and shrubs shall not at any time exceed the ridgeline of the roof of the residence. The landscaping plan shall utilize to the maximum extent feasible, plants that are native to the area and are consistent with the rural character of the community. If landscaping of 5,000 square foot area or greater is introduced or redevelop, the landscaping shall be subject to the requirements of the City's Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance. N. Perimeter easements, including roadway easements and trails, if any, shall remain free and clear of any improvements including, but not be limited to fences -including construction fences, any hardscape, driveways, landscaping, irrigation and drainage devices, except as otherwise approved by the Rolling Hills Community Association. O. 50% of any construction materials must be recycled or diverted from landfills. The hauler of the materials shall obtain City's Construction and Demolition permit for waste hauling prior to start of work. Reso. 2014-14 ZC NO.861 6 • • There shall be no dumping of any debris, trash, soil spoils, construction materials or any other matter on the property, into the canyon, easements, roadway or adjacent properties. P. 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. Q. During and after construction, all parking shall take place on the project site and, if necessary, any overflow parking shall take place within nearby roadway easements. R. The property owners shall be required to conform with the Regional Water Quality Control Board and County Public Works Department Best Management Practices (BMP's) requirements related to solid waste, drainage and storm water drainage facilities management and to the City's Low Impact development Ordinance (LID), if applicable. S. The applicant shall execute an Affidavit of Acceptance of all conditions of this permit pursuant to Zoning Ordinance, or the approval shall not be effective. T. Notwithstanding Sections 17.46.020 and 17.46.070 of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code, any modification to this project, including grading, decks, change in elevation of the proposed deck and any additional development on the property, shall require the filing of a new application for approval by the Planning Commission. U. Any action challenging the final decision of the City made as a result of the public hearing on this application. must be filed within the time limits set forth in Section 17.54.070 of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code and Code of Civil Procedure Section 1094.6. //://1'). jkAD CHELF, CHAIRMAN PASSEDY'PROAND ADOP ED HIS 21st DAY OF OCTOBER 2014. 7 / r•' ATTEST: 4/116Alli) HEIDI LUCE, CITY CLERK Reso. 2014-14 ZC NO.861 40 • STATE OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) §§ CITY OF ROLLING HILLS I certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 2014-14 entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING A SITE PLAN REVIEW FOR GRADING AND CONSTRUCTION OF A SWIMMING POOL AND A SPA AND A VARIANCE TO EXCEED THE MAXIMUM PERMITTED DISTURBANCE OF THE LOT IN ZONING CASE NO. 861, AT 2 MIDDLERIDGE LANE SOUTH, LOT 168-RH, (JOHNSON). THE PROJECT HAS BEEN DETERMINED TO BE EXEMPT PURSUANT TO THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA). was approved and adopted at regular meeting of the Planning Commission on October 21, 2014 by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners Kirkpatrick, Mirsch, Smith and Chairman Chelf. NOES: None. ABSENT: Commissioner Gray. ABSTAIN: None. and in compliance with the laws of California was posted at the following: Administrative Offices HEIDI LUCE, CITY CLERK Reso. 2014-14 ZC NO. 861 $ g N.Y/ Y HICK Jo 9 _ u_ e71\' as C., dal TO: City • opeollin9.�aee, INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957 NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274 (310) 377-1521 FAX: (310) 377-7288 Agenda Item No: 6A Mtg. Date: 10-21-14 HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND MEMBERS OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION FROM: YOLANTA SCHWARTZ, PLANNING DIRECTOR APPLICATION NO. SITE LOCATION: ZONING AND SIZE: APPLICANT: REPRESENTATIVE: NOTICE PUBLISHED: ZONING CASE NO. 861 2 MIDDLERIDGE LANE SOUTH, (LOT 168-RH) RA-S-2, 1.88 ACRES (EXCL. ROADWAY EASEMENT) MR. KEN JOHNSON BOLTON ENGINEERING AUGUST 7, 2014 REQUEST AND RECOMMENDATION 1. The applicant, Mr. Johnson, proposes to grade an area to the north of his proposed single family home and, within the graded area, construct an 800 square foot swimming pool, 58 square foot spa, 2,910 square feet of on -grade decking and related stairs, retaining walls and planters. The project requires approval of a Site Plan Review due to the proposed grading and size of pool/spa (> 799 square feet) and a Variance because the proposed grading will exceed the maximum 40% of the net lot area that is allowed to be disturbed. 2. Proposed grading consists of 235 cubic yards total, including a cut of 164 cubic yards for the pool and yard areas, and 71 cubic yards of fill in the yard areas. The cut/fill balance of 93 cubic yards of dirt will be exported from the site. 3. The Planning Commission at the September 16, 2014 meeting directed staff to prepare a Resolution of approval for the project with a condition that the Planning Commission reviews any future development. Resolution No. 2014-14 contains standard findings and facts and conditions, including conditions specific to this project as follows: • That the project be screened 0 Printed on Recycled Paper • That any future development be reviewed by the Planning Commission 4. It is recommended that the Planning Commission review and consider the attached resolution for adoption. RESOLUTION NO. 2014-14 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING A SITE PLAN REVIEW FOR GRADING AND CONSTRUCTION OF A SWIMMING POOL AND A SPA AND A VARIANCE TO EXCEED THE MAXIMUM PERMITTED DISTURBANCE OF THE LOT IN ZONING CASE NO. 861, AT 2 MIDDLERIDGE LANE SOUTH, LOT 168-RH, (JOHNSON). THE PROJECT HAS BEEN DETERMINED TO BE EXEMPT PURSUANT TO THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA). THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS DOES HEREBY FIND, RESOLVE AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. Application was duly filed by Mr. Kenneth Johnson with respect to real property located at 2 Middleridge Lane South (Lot 168-RH) requesting a Site Plan Review and a Variance to grade an area to the north of his proposed single family home and, within the graded area, construct an 800 square foot swimming pool, 58 square foot spa, 2,910 square feet of on -grade decking and related stairs, retaining walls and planters. The project requires approval of a Site Plan Review due to the proposed grading and size of pool/spa (> 800 square feet) and a Variance because the proposed grading will exceed by 1.65% the maximum 40% of the net lot area that is allowed to be disturbed. Grading consists of 235 cubic yards total, including a cut of 164 cubic yards for the pool and yard areas, and 71 cubic yards of fill in the yard areas. The cut/fill balance of 93 cubic yards of dirt will be exported from the site. Section 2 The property is zoned RAS-2 and is located on the corner of Middleridge Lane North and Middleridge Lane South. Not including the roadway easements, the lot is 1.88 acres (81,893 sq.ft.). For development purposes the net lot area of the lot is 70,015 square feet or 1.6 acres. The lot is irregular in shape as it narrows where the two streets converge. The lot is encumbered by wide easements and front and rear setbacks. In January 2014 the Planning Commission approved construction of a new single family residence on the lot, where the old house was demolished. Section 3. An area for a future stable and corral is proposed to the south of the residence, 25-feet from the south property line, with future access from Middleridge Lane South. This area is relatively flat and minimal grading will be required. A Variance was granted with the application for the residence to encroach 10-feet into the required 35-foot side setback with the set aside area. Section 4. The Planning Commission conducted duly noticed public hearings on the subject application on August 19 and September 16 and in the field on Reso. 2014-14 ZC NO. 861 1 • • September 16, 2014. The applicant was notified of the public hearings in writing by first class mail. Evidence was heard and presented from all persons interested in affecting said proposal and from members of the City staff and the Planning Commission having reviewed, analyzed and studied said proposal. The applicant and applicant's representative were in attendance at the hearings. Adjacent property owners to the south of this site expressed support for the project. Section 5. The Planning Commission finds that the project qualifies as a categorical exemption from environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act. Section 6. The applicant seeks a variance from the 40% maximum disturbed area standard set forth in Section 17.16.070 of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code. Sections 17.38.010 through 17.38.050 of the Code permit approval of a variance from the standards and requirements of the Zoning Ordinance when, due to exceptional or extraordinary circumstances applicable to the property and not applicable to other similar properties in the same zone, strict application of the Code would deny the property owner substantial property rights enjoyed by other properties in the same vicinity and zone. Additional findings are also required, as detailed herein. 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 other properties in the same vicinity and in the same zone. Section 17.16.070 of the Municipal Code provides that disturbance shall be limited to 40% of the net lot area. The lot is irregular in shape and has two very long frontages along Middleridge Lane South and Middleridge Lane North, and less than average depth towards the northern portion of the lot where the two streets converge. The shape of the lot with wide and long roadway easements on two sides of the property, due to the convergence of two streets at the northern tip of the property, reduce the size of the net lot, as calculated by the City for development purposes. The gross lot area of the lot is 2.53 acres. With the deductions of the roadway easements and additional 10' all around the property for development purposes, the net lot area, against which disturbance is calculated is reduced to 1.6 acres. B. The variance is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of a substantial property right possessed by other properties in the same vicinity and zone, but which would be denied to the property in question absent a variance. Due to the configuration of the property, which fronts on two converging streets with large roadway easements; the roadways easements plus ten feet adjacent thereto on both frontages, are not included in the net lot area calculations, therefore considerably diminishing the size of the lot. Construction of the pool and decks will increase the disturbed area on the site from its current 39.5% of the net lot area to approximately 41.65%, which includes the future stable. The overage is not significant and the Reso. 2014-14 ZC NO. 861 • • property owner should not be denied the privilege of a pool and deck because the shape and location of the lot makes it infeasible to comply strictly with Section 17.16.170. 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. A minor increase in the overall percentage of disturbed area on the lot will have no effect on the public welfare or on property or improvements in the vicinity. D. In granting the variance, the spirit and intent of the Zoning Ordinance will be observed. The purpose of the Zoning Ordinance is to regulate development in an orderly fashion and in a manner consistent with the goals and policies of the General Plan. Approval of the variance will not impede any goals of the Zoning Ordinance or the General Plan. Rather, the variance will allow the property owner to enjoy the same rights and privileges afforded to other property owners in the vicinity. The overage requested is not substantial and does not undermine the spirit or intent of the Zoning Ordinance. E. The variance is consistent with the portions of the County of Los Angeles Hazardous Waste Management Plan relating to siting and siting criteria for hazardous waste facilities. Section 7. Section 17.46.030 requires a development plan to be submitted for Site Plan Review and approval before any grading requiring a grading permit or any new building or structure may be constructed including a swimming pool that exceeds 800 square feet in water surface size area. With respect to the Site Plan Review application requesting grading and construction of a new pool and spa, the Planning Commission makes the following findings of fact: A. The proposed development is compatible with the General Plan, the Zoning Ordinance and surrounding uses because the proposed structures comply with the General Plan requirement of low profile, low -density residential development with sufficient open space between surrounding structures. The lot size is adequate to accommodate the new pool and not look overdeveloped. The proposed pool is modest in size as compared with the newer pools on similar lots. The project conforms to Zoning Code lot coverage requirements. B. The development plan substantially preserves the natural and undeveloped state of the lot by minimizing building coverage because the new structure will not cause the lot to look overdeveloped. Significant portions of the lot will be left undeveloped so as to maintain open space on the property. The existing shrubs and trees on the northern portion on the parcel will remain and will screen the pool from the road. The nature, condition, and development of adjacent uses, buildings, and structures and the topography of the lot have been considered, and the Reso. 2014-14 3 ZC NO. 861 • • construction of the proposed structures will not adversely affect or be materially detrimental to the adjacent uses, buildings, or structures because the proposed structures will be constructed on a portion of the lot which is least intrusive to surrounding properties, will be screened and landscaped with trees and shrubs, is a sufficient distance from nearby residences so that the proposed structures will not impact the view or privacy of surrounding neighbors, and will utilize for a portion of the construction the existing building pad. C. The proposed development, as conditioned, is harmonious in scale and mass with the site, the natural terrain and surrounding residences. As indicated in Paragraph A, the lot coverage maximums set forth in the Zoning Code will not be exceeded. The proposed construction is compatible in scale and mass with adjacent properties. D. The development plan incorporates existing trees and is screened from other properties and the road by existing mature vegetation, which will be preserved. As part of this approval, the applicants are required to additionally screen the pool from the roadway. E. The development plan follows natural contours of the site to minimize grading and retain the natural drainage courses. Grading for this project will involve 164 cubic yards of cut and fill, total and 93 cubic yards will be exported from the site, which is allowed and is minimal. The grading will be generated from the construction of the deck and the excavation of the pool. Half of the disturbance or grading will take place within the existing building pad area, which was previously disturbed. F. The development plan will introduce additional landscaping, which is compatible with and enhances the rural character of the community, and the landscaping will provide a buffer or transition area between private and public areas. G. The proposed development is sensitive and not detrimental to the convenience and safety of circulation for pedestrians and vehicles because the pool is located on the opposite side as the driveway and no changes are proposed to the driveway H. The project conforms to the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act and is exempt Section 8. Based upon the foregoing findings, the Planning Commission hereby approves Zoning Case No. 861 a Site Plan Review for a new pool and spa and grading and Variances to exceed the maximum permitted disturbance subject to the following conditions: Reso. 2014-14 ZC NO. 861 4 • A. The Site Plan and Variance approvals shall expire within two years from the effective date of approval as defined in Sections 17.46.070 and 17.38.080, unless otherwise extended pursuant to the requirements of this section. B. It is declared and made a condition of this approval that if any conditions thereof are violated, this approval shall be suspended and the privileges granted thereunder shall lapse; provided that the applicant has been given written notice to cease such violation, the opportunity for a hearing has been provided, and if requested, has been held, and thereafter the applicant fails to correct the violation within a period of thirty (30) days from the date of the City's determination. C. All requirements of the Buildings and Construction Ordinance, the Zoning Ordinance, and of the zone in which the subject property is located must be complied with unless otherwise set forth in this permit,, or shown otherwise on an approved plan. The conditions specified herein shall be printed on all future plans and shall be available at the construction site at all times. D. The lot shall be developed and maintained in substantial conformance with the site plan on file dated September 16, 2014 except as otherwise provided in these conditions. The working drawings submitted to the Department of Building and Safety for plan check review shall conform to the approved development plan. All conditions of the Variance and SPR approvals, herein as applicable, shall be incorporated into the building permit working drawings and complied with prior to issuance of a building permit from the building department. E. Prior to submittal of final working drawings to the Building and Safety Department for issuance of building permits, the plans for the project shall be submitted to City staff for verification that the final plans are in compliance with the plans approved by the Planning Commission. The conditions of this approval shall be printed on the plans. F. A licensed professional preparing construction plans for this project for Building Department review shall execute a Certificate affirming that the plans conform in all respects to this Resolution approving this project and all of the conditions set forth therein and the City's Building Code and Zoning Ordinance. Further, the person obtaining a building and/ or grading permit for this project shall execute a Certificate of Construction stating that the project will be constructed according to this Resolution and any plans approved therewith. G. Structural lot coverage of the lot shall not exceed 7,842 square feet or 11.2% of the net lot area, in conformance with lot coverage limitations (20% maximum). Reso. 2014-14 ZC NO. 861 5 • • The total lot coverage proposed including structures and flatwork shall not exceed 18,355 square feet or 26.2%, of the net lot area, in conformance with lot coverage limitations (35% max). H. Grading for this project shall consist of 164 cubic yards of cut and 71 cubic yards of fill, with 93 cubic yards exported. The disturbed area of the lot, including the future stable and corral shall not exceed 41.65%. I. The set aside for stable and corral may encroach no more than 10 feet into the side yard setback. J. The residential building pad shall be 22,082 square feet and will have coverage of 33.5%. K. The applicant shall comply with all requirements of the Lighting Ordinance of the City of Rolling Hills (RHMC 17.16.190 E), pertaining to lighting on said property. L. A drainage plan, if required by the Building Department shall be prepared and approved by City Staff prior to issuance of a construction permit. Such plan shall be subject to County Code requirements. M. A landscaping plan shall be submitted to the City for the graded areas, swimming pool and deck area. The landscaping shall not form a hedge like screen but be offset. The height of new trees, if planted, and shrubs shall not at any time exceed the ridgeline of the roof of the residence. The landscaping plan shall utilize to the maximum extent feasible, plants that are native to the area and are consistent with the rural character of the community. If landscaping of 5,000 square foot area or greater is introduced or redevelop, the landscaping shall be subject to the requirements of the City's Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance. N. Perimeter easements, including roadway easements and trails, if any, shall remain free and clear of any improvements including, but not be limited to fences -including construction fences, any hardscape, driveways, landscaping, irrigation and drainage devices, except as otherwise approved by the Rolling Hills Community Association. O. 50% of any construction materials must be recycled or diverted from landfills. The hauler of the materials shall obtain City's Construction and Demolition permit for waste hauling prior to start of work. Reso. 2014-14 ZC NO.861 FfJ • • There shall be no dumping of any debris, trash, soil spoils, construction materials or any other matter on the property, into the canyon, easements, roadway or adjacent properties. P. 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. Q. During and after construction, all parking shall take place on the project site and, if necessary, any overflow parking shall take place within nearby roadway easements. R. The property owners shall be required to conform with the Regional Water Quality Control Board and County Public Works Department Best Management Practices (BMP's) requirements related to solid waste, drainage and storm water drainage facilities management and to the City's Low Impact development Ordinance (LID), if applicable. S. The applicant shall execute an Affidavit of Acceptance of all conditions of this permit pursuant to Zoning Ordinance, or the approval shall not be effective. T. Notwithstanding Sections 17.46.020 and 17.46.070 of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code, any modification to this project, including grading, decks, change in elevation of the proposed deck and any additional development on the property, shall require the filing of a new application for approval by the Planning Commission. U. Any action challenging the final decision of the City made as a result of the public hearing on this application must be filed within the time limits set forth in Section 17.54.070 of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code and Code of Civil Procedure Section 1094.6. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 21st DAY OF OCTOBER 2014. BRAD CHELF, CHAIRMAN ATTEST: HEIDI LUCE, CITY CLERK Reso. 2014-14 ZC NO. 861 7 (31 • • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) §§ CITY OF ROLLING HILLS ) I certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 2014-14 entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING A SITE PLAN REVIEW FOR GRADING AND CONSTRUCTION OF A SWIMMING POOL AND A SPA AND A VARIANCE TO EXCEED THE MAXIMUM PERMITTED DISTURBANCE OF THE LOT IN ZONING CASE NO. 861, AT 2 MIDDLERIDGE LANE SOUTH, LOT 168-RH, (JOHNSON). THE PROJECT HAS BEEN DETERMINED TO BE EXEMPT PURSUANT TO THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA). was approved and adopted at regular meeting of the Planning Commission on October 21, 2014 by the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: and in compliance with the laws of California was posted at the following: Administrative Offices HEIDI LUCE, CITY CLERK Reso. 2014-14 ZC NO. 861 1 TO: • Ra aef qe. INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957 NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD ROLLING HILLS, CA 90274 (310) 377-1521 FAX (310) 377-7288 Agenda Item No: 7F Mtg. Date: 9-16-14 HONORABLE VICE -CHAIRPERSON AND MEMBERS OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION FROM: YOLANTA SCHWARTZ, PLANNING DIRECTOR APPLICATION NO. SITE LOCATION: ZONING AND SIZE: APPLICANT: REPRESENTATIVE: NOTICE PUBLISHED: ZONING CASE NO. 861 2 MIDDLERIDGE LANE SOUTH, (LOT 168-RH) RA-S-2, 1.88 ACRES (EXCL. ROADWAY EASEMENT) MR. KEN JOHNSON BOLTON ENGINEERING AUGUST 7, 2014 REQUEST AND RECOMMENDATION 1. The Planning Commission visited the site earlier today. 2. Applicant and property owner, Ken Johnson, proposes to grade an area to the north of his proposed single family home and, within the graded area, construct an 800 square foot swimming pool, 58 square foot spa, 2,910 square feet of on -grade decking and related stairs, retaining walls and planters. The project requires approval of a Site Plan Review due to the proposed grading and size of pool/spa (> 799 square feet) and a Variance because the proposed grading will exceed the maximum 40% of the net lot area that is allowed to be disturbed. 3. Proposed grading consists of 235 cubic yards total, including a cut of 164 cubic yards for the pool and yard areas, and 71 cubic yards of fill in the yard areas. The cut/fill balance of 93 cubic yards of dirt will be exported from the site. 4. It is recommended that the Planning Commission reconvene the public hearing, take public testimony and provide direction to staff. ZC No. 861 • • BACKGROUND 5. The property is zoned RAS-2 and is located on the corner of Middleridge Lane North and Middleridge Lane South. Not including the roadway easement, the lot is 1.88 acres. For development purposes the net lot area of the lot is 70,015 square feet or 1.6 acres. The lot is irregular in shape, somewhat triangular, as it narrows to almost a point where the streets converge. Due to this shape, the lot is encumbered by large setbacks. 6. On January 21, 2014 the Planning Commission approved a Site Plan Review and Variance on the subject property, to allow construction of a new 4,980 square foot home, a portion of which will encroach within the rear yard setback, and 980 square foot garage, and set aside area for a future 450 square foot stable and corral on the subject property per Resolution 2014-02, ZC 847. 7. The neighbor to the south inquired about this current project and expressed no concern once he was informed of the location of the pool. MUNICIPAL CODE COMPLIANCE 8. The proposed improvements consist of three terraced patio areas encompassing 2,910 total square feet of flatwork and related 3-foot high walls and access steps. A 58 square foot spa is proposed at the uppermost terrace and an 800 square foot pool will be constructed at the lowest level. The total difference in elevation between the upper and lower terraces is 4 feet. The uppermost terrace will be 3 feet below the floor of the adjoining new home with access from the west side of the home. 9. The proposed spa, swimming pool, and patios will not be located in any required setbacks. The proposed terrace walls will each be 3 feet high maximum and will also form planters at the perimeters of the patios. Additional landscaping is planned along the perimeter of the lower terrace for the purpose of screening the view of the new swimming pool. 10. Construction of the swimming pool and patios requires an expansion of the main residential building pad and disturbed area. The disturbed lot area is currently 27,650 square feet, or 39.5%. With the project, the total amount of disturbance, including a future stable, corral and access, will increase to a total of 29,160 square feet .or 41.65% (40% max. permitted). 11. The residential building pad is proposed at 22,082 square feet and will have coverage of 7,392 square feet or 33.5%. The future stable pad will be 2,955 square feet and will have coverage of 15.2%. 12. The structural net lot coverage is proposed at 7,842 square feet or 11.2%, (20% max. permitted); and the total lot coverage (structures and flatwork) proposed will be 18,355 square feet or 26.2%, (35% max. permitted). ZC NO. 861 13. The Rolling Hills Community Association will review this project at a later date. 14. A landscaping plan will be required for the house and the pool subject to the City's Water Efficient Landscape ordinance. 15. When reviewing a development application the Planning Commission must consider whether the proposed project meets the criteria for approving a Site Plan Review and Variance as listed below. 16. The project has been determined to be categorically exempt pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). ZONING CASE NO. 861 SITE PLAN REVIEW RA-S- 2 ZONE SETBACKS Front: 50 ft. from front easement line Side: 35 ft. from side property line Rear: 50 ft. from rear property line STRUCTURES (Site Plan Review required for grading, new structures and if size of house increases by more than 999 sq.ft. in a 36-month period). STRUCTURAL LOT COVERAGE (20% maximum) TOTAL LOT COVERAGE (35% maximum) BUILDING PADS (30% guideline) Residential Future Stable GRADING Site Plan Review required if excavation and/or fill or combination thereof that is more than 3 feet in depth and covers more than 2,000 sq.ft.) must be balanced on site. DISTURBED AREA (40% maximum; any graded building pad area, any remedial grading (temporary disturbance), ZC NO. 861 AS PREVIOUSLY APPROVED SINGLE FAMILY SWIMMING POOL, SPA, RESIDENCE DECKS & GRADING Residence Garage Stable -future Service yard. Trellis BBQ Fountain 4980 sq.ft. 980 sq.ft. 450 sq.ft. 96 sq.ft. 388 sq.ft. 15 sq.ft. 11 sq.ft. TOTAL 6,920 sq.ft. 9.8% of 70,015 sq.ft. net lot area 21.4% of 70,015 sq.ft. net lot area 28.7% on 21,150 sq.ft. pad 15.2% on 2,955 sq.ft. pad 144 c.y. total 27,650 sq.ft. or 39.5% including future stable and corral PROPOSED Residence Garage Stable -future Service yard. Trellis BBQ Pool/ spa 4980 sq.ft. 980 sq.ft. 450 sq.ft. 96 sq.ft. 388 sq.ft. 15 sq.ft. 858 sq.ft. Pool Equip. 75 sq. ft. TOTAL 7,842 sq.ft 11.2% of 70,015 sq.ft. net lot area 26.2% of 70,015 sq.ft. net lot area 33.5% on 22,082 sq.ft. pad 15.2% on 2,955 sq.ft. pad 164 c.y. cut 71 c.y. fill 93 c.y. export 29,160 sq.ft. or 41.65% including future stable and corral • • any graded slopes and building pad areas, and any non -graded area where impervious surfaces exist. Exceptions apply.) STABLE (min. 450 SQ.FT. & 550 SQ.FT. CORRAL) STABLE ACCESS ROADWAY ACCESS VIEWS PLANTS AND ANIMALS Future -set aside Future from Middleridge Existing driveway approach Planning Commission cond. Planning Commission cond. Future -set aside Future from Middleridge Existing driveway approach Planning Commission review Planning Commission review SITE PLAN REVIEW CRITERIA 17.46.010 Purpose. The site plan review process is established to provide discretionary review of certain development projects in the City for the purposes of ensuring that the proposed project is consistent with the City's General Plan; incorporates environmentally and aesthetically sensitive grading practices; preserves existing mature vegetation; is compatible and consistent with the scale, massing and development pattern in the immediate project vicinity; and otherwise preserves and protects the health, safety and welfare of the citizens of Rolling Hills. 17.46.050 Required findings. A. The Commission shall be required to make findings in acting to approve, conditionally approve, or deny a site plan review application. B. No project which requires site plan review approval shall be approved by the Commission, or by the City Council on appeal, unless the following findings can be made: 1. The project complies with and is consistent with the goals and policies of the general plan and all requirements of the zoning ordinance; 2. The project substantially preserves the natural and undeveloped state of the lot by minimizing building coverage. Lot coverage requirements are regarded as maximums, and the actual amount of lot coverage permitted depends upon the existing buildable area of the lot; 3. The project is harmonious in scale and mass with the site, the natural terrain and surrounding residences; 4. The project preserves and integrates into the site design, to the greatest extent possible, existing topographic features of the site, including surrounding native vegetation, mature trees, drainage courses and land forms (such as hillsides and knolls); 5. Grading has been designed to follow natural contours of the site and to minimize the amount of grading required to create the building area; 6. Grading will not modify existing drainage channels nor redirect drainage flow, unless such flow is redirected into an existing drainage course; ZC NO. 861 • • 7. The project preserves surrounding native vegetation and mature trees and supplements these elements with drought -tolerant landscaping which is compatible with and enhances the rural character of the community, and landscaping provides a buffer or transition area between private and public areas; 8. The project is sensitive and not detrimental to the convenient and safe movement of pedestrians and vehicles; and 9. The project conforms to the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act. CRITERIA FOR VARIANCES 17.38.050 Required findings. In granting a variance, the Commission (and Council on appeal) must make the following findings: A. That there are exceptional or extraordinary circumstances or conditions applicable to the property that do not apply generally to other properties in the same vicinity and zone; B. That such variance is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of substantial property rights possessed by other properties in the same vicinity and zone but which is denied the property in question; C. That the granting of such variance will not be materially detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity; D. That in granting the variance, the spirit and intent of this title will be observed; E. That the variance does not grant special privilege to the applicant; F. That the variance is consistent with the portions of the County of Los Angeles Hazardous Waste Management Plan relating to siting and siting criteria for hazardous waste facilities; and G. That the variance request is consistent with the general plan of the City of Rolling Hills. ZC NO. 861 • THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK r • Friday, August 15, 200 9:42:56 AM Pacific Daylight Time Subject: Fwd: Zoning Case No. 861 Date: Friday, August 15, 2014 at 9:37:49 AM Pacific Daylight Time From: ralphschmo@verizon.net <ralphschmo@verizon.net> To: Yolanta Schwartz <ys@cityofrh.net>, Ewa Nikodem <enikodem@cityofrh.net> ------- Original Message From: Ralph Schmoller Date: Aug 12, 2014 5:46:10 PM Subject: Zoning Case No. 861 To: ralphschmo@verizon.net To: City of Rolling Hills -Planning Commission From: Dipl. Ing. Ralph H. Schmoller Subj. Zoning Case No. 861 �1 t52O14 . W?3 Rifling Hills In reference to the notice of public hearing,it was mentioned that public input was welcome. We are on International travel and as such will not be in attendance. On the issue of Zoning Case No. 861 wherein a request for a Site Plan Review and a Variance for grading to construct a pool, spa, and associated planters, stairs, walls and decking and to ((. exceed the maximum permitted disturbance of the lot as a result of the grading )). at 2 Middleridge Lane So.( Lot 168-RH ). ( Johnson ), we have the following reply: We wish Mr Johnson only the best in this endeavor. On the south side of the lot,Mr Johnson has been more than reasonable in planning to move the proposed stable and corral further East, thus improving considerations such as poisonous plants, prevailing winds and proximity to our swimming pool. We have no objections to the proposed Zoning Case and No. 861 and wish the project well. Sincerely yours, Ralph and Nancy Schmoller Page 1 of 1