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MEETING DATE: AUGUST 20, 1991
INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957
NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD
ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274
(213) 377-1521
FAX: (213) 377-7288
TO: HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND MEMBERS OF THE PLANNING
COMMISSION
FROM: LOLA UNGAR, PRINCIPAL PLANNER
SUBJECT: ZONING CASE NO. 429, DR. MICHAEL WELLER
3 FLYING MANE ROAD (LOT 49-SF)
BACKGROUND
Attached is a request from Dr. Weller for a one year time
extension for a Site Plan Review for proposed residential additions
of 1,109 square feet. Dr. Weller gave monetary reasons as the need
for the request. Planning Commission Resolution No. 90-15 was
approved on August 4, 199M.
You may notice that Dr. Weller's letter was received on August 6,
1991. But, after consultation with the Assistant City Attorney,
staff concluded that since August 4, 1991 was a Sunday, we received
the letter only one day late and there was also a misunderstanding
about the actual approval date.
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the Planning Commission review the case.
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DATE:
TO:
FROM:
JULY 6, 1990
PLANNING COMMISSION -
STAFF
SUBJECT: ZONING CASE NO. 429; Request for Site Plan Review of residential
additions; 3 Flying Mane Road, Lot 49-SF; Owner: Weller
DISCUSSION
The above -stated
meeting of June
to conduct the
field inspection,
addition project
cubic yards of
building pad.
application was continued from the regular Commission
19, 1990 to the adjourned meeting of June 30, 1990 so as
field inspection of the site and neighborhood. At the
it was noted that a portion of the proposed residential
(1,132 square feet total) requires minor grading of 92
cut/fill and a retaining wall structure to expand the
Issues addressed from the previous meetings are as follows:
1. Adherence to City policy regarding the coverage of the buildable pad
area. Suggested to the applicant that the project extent be reconsidered.
2. Potential grading impacts to the natural terrain, natural vegetation
and mature trees and drainage.
3. No apparent view impairment to the northwesterly neighbor as a result
of the proposed addition.
4. Additional landscaping should be included to soften visual impact of
the northwesterly addition.
RECOMMENDATION
Upon examining the proposed project and evaluating potential impacts, the
Commission must determine that the findings required for site plan review
approval as set forth in the ordinance are satisfied. Appropriate
conditions, should the request be approved, can be imposed to mitigate
impacts of the project.
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DATE: June 12, 1990
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
APPLICATION NO.:
SITE LOCATION:
ZONING:
APPLICANT:
REPRESENTATIVE:
PUBLISHED:
PRIOR CITY ACTIONS:
PROPERTY SIZE/
CONFIGURATION:
PRESENT DEVELOPMENT:
Zoning Case No. 429
3 Flying Mane Road, Lot 49-SF
RAS-1
Dr. Michael Weller
Don Thursby, Edward Carson Beall, A.I.A.
June 9, 1990
1.14 acres gross, Irregular
Single family residence
swimming pool
shape
with attached garage,
REQUEST: Site Plan Review to determine compatibility of proposed
residential additions
REVIEW AND EVALUATION OF ISSUES
In reviewing the applicant's request under Title 17 (Zoning), staff would
identify the following issues for evaluation:
1. The applicant desires site plan review for 1,132 square feet of
residential addition that involves increasing the existing structure
beyond 25 percent.
2. The proposed additions and retaining wall will comply with
required yard setbacks in the RAS-1 zone, and there is no proposal to
expand on the existing nonconforming front yard setback. The Commission
should evaluate potential view impairment.
3. The project calls for minor grading to an extent of 92 cubic
yards of a cut/fill balance in order to expand the pad for proposed
construction of a portion of the additions. Contours will not be
substantially altered and drainage will occur essentially consistent with
the current condition. A retaining wall to a maximum height of five (5')
feet is proposed on the to be newly graded slope for stabilization.
Landscaping requirements should be addressed regarding retention and/or
replacement of vegetation.
4. The issue to require further discussion from the Commission is
buildable pad coverage. The subject site was originally developed during
the period of smaller setbacks and pads graded for "smaller" residences.
The Commission must address the issue of how past developed properties can
be expanded and react to present community concerns. Lot coverage totals
are not to be exceeded (13.47% structure, 22.50% total).
RECOMMENDATION
The Planning Commission must determine that the findings required for site
plan review approval as set forth by the ordinance are satisfied. The
Commission should receive public testimony and continue the matter to an
adjourned meeting so as to inspect the site and surrounding properties.
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