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INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957
NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD
ROLLING HILLS, CA 90274
(310) 377-1521
FAX (310) 377-7288
Agenda Item No.: 9A
Mtg.. Date: 10/15/2019
TO: HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND MEMBERS OF THE PLANNING
COMMISSION
FROM: YOLANTA SCHWARTZ, PLANNING DIRECTOR
SUBJECT: REQUEST FOR TIME EXTENSION
ZONING CASE NO. 926: Conditional Use Permit for construction of a new 779 square
foot stable and 3,290 square foot corral.
BACKGROUND
Attached is a request from Mr. Michael Dunlap, for a two-year time extension to
commence construction of a previously approved project consisting of construction of a
stable and corral in Zoning Case No. 926. The Planning Commission approved this
project on August 15, 2018 by Resolution No. 2017-14.
Section 5 (A) of the Resolution requires that the project construction commences within
two years from the effective date of the resolution, (30 days following adoption of a
Resolution or by September 15, 2019). Pursuant to Section 17.42.070 of the Zoning
Ordinance, approvals are valid for the time period specified by the Planning
Commission, but not to exceed two years from the effective date of a resolution of
approval. The Planning Commission may extend the approval for up to maximum two
years.
The applicant states that the extension is necessary due to unanticipated requirements
from the Building and Safety Department.
The applicant had a similar project approved in 1997 and submitted the soils reports
and plans from the previous approval. The Building Department requires updated
reports and plans.
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RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the Planning Commission consider the request and adopt
Resolution No. 2019-15 granting a two-year extension to commence construction of this
project. If granted, the project would expire in September 2021.
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RESOLUTION NO. 2019-15
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
ROLLING HILLS GRANTING TIME EXTENSION FOR A PREVIOUSLY
APPROVED PROJECT FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT IN
ZONING CASE NO. 926, AT 6 MEADOWLARK LANE, (DUNLUP).
THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS DOES HEREBY
FIND, RESOLVE AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. An application was duly filed by Mr. Michael Dunlap with respect to
real property located at 6 Meadowlark Lane requesting a two-year time extension to comply
with the requirements of Resolution No. 2017-14 to commence construction of the approved
project.
Section 2. The Commission considered this item at a meeting on October 15, 2019
at which time information was presented by the applicants indicating that additional time is
needed to commence the project.
Section 3. The Planning Commission finds that pursuant to RHMC Section
17.46.080 the expiration would constitute an undue hardship upon the property owner; and
the continuation of the approval would not be materially detrimental to the health, safety
and general welfare of the public.
Section 4. Based upon information and evidence submitted, the Planning
Commission grants two year time extension and does hereby amend Paragraph A of Section
5 of Resolution No. 2017-14, dated August 15, 2017, to read as follows:
A. The Conditional Use Permit approval shall expire within four years from the
effective date of approval as defined in Sections 17.42.070 of the RHMC.
Section 5. Except as herein amended, the provisions and conditions of Resolution
No. 2017-14 shall continue to be in full force and effect.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 15th DAY OF OCTOBER 2019.
ATTEST:
YOHANA CORONEL
CITY CLERK
BRAD CHELF, CHAIRMAN
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) §§
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS )
I certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 2019-15 entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
ROLLING HILLS GRANTING TIME EXTENSION FOR A PREVIOUSLY
APPROVED PROJECT FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT IN
ZONING CASE NO. 926, AT 6 MEADOWLARK LANE, (DUNLUP).
was approved and adopted at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission on
October 15, 2019 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
YOHANA CORONEL
CITY CLERK
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July 25, 9019
Re: Resolution No. 2017-14 Conditional Use Permit
To:. Members of the Planning Commission of the City of Rolling Hills
I hereby request extension of Resolution No. 2017-14 Conditional Use Permit for
construction of a 779 square foot stable and 3,290 square foot corral in zoning case
no. 926 at 6 Meadowlark lane , Lot 20-RH. The original deadline is August 15th,
2019. I would like to request a two-year extension for this project up to the date of
August 15th, 2021. This extension is necessary to provide additional time to fulfill
unanticipated requirements from the building and safety office including repeat
soils evaluation and report as well as redrafting and updating of original plans.
Thank you in advance for your consideration in this matter.
Sincerely, Michael Dunlap
ierEIVED
JUL Z-62019
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Agenda Item No: 5-C
Mtg. Date: 08/28/17
MEMORANDUM TO RECUSE
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Yvette Hall, Interim City Clerk
SUBJECT: Zoning Case No. 926
6 Meadowlark Lane
DATE: August 28, 2017
Due to the proximity of the property of Councilmember Pieper to the subject property,
Councilmember Pieper should recuse himself from consideration of Zoning Case No.
926 at 6 Meadowlark Lane. He may, however, take a seat in the audience and participate
as a resident.
TO:
FROM:
YOLANTA.SCHWARTZ, PLANNING DIRECTOR
THRU: RAYMOND R. CRUZ, CITY MANAGER
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INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957
NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD
ROLLING HILLS, CA 90274
(310) 377-1521 '
FAX (310) 377-7288
Agenda Item No. 5-C
Mtg. Date: 08-28-17
HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY
COUNCIL
JULIA STEWART, ASSISTANT PLANNER .��
SUBJECT: RESOLUTION NO. 2017-14. A RESOLUTION OF THE
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING
HILLS APPROVING A REQUEST FOR A CONDITION USE
PERMIT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF A 779 SQUARE FOOT
STABLE, AND 3,290 SQUARE FOOT CORRAL IN ZONING
CASE NO. 926 AT 6 MEADOWLARK LANE, LOT 20-RH,
(DUNLAP).
APPLICANT: MICHAEL DUNLAP
REPRESENTATIVE: MICHAEL DUNLAP
PUBLISHED: JULY 7, 2017
REQUEST AND PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION
Recommendation
It is recommended that the City Council receive and file this report or provide other direction to
staff.
Request
The applicant is requesting the following:
Conditional Use Permit
A Conditional Use Permit is requested for the construction of a 779 square foot stable which
includes a 187 square foot loft and 592 square foot footprint, 176 square feet of attached covered
porches, and a 3,290 square foot corral.
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Planning Commission Review and Neighbor Communication
The Planning Commission first viewed the project in the field, opened the hearing to enable brief
public testimony and continued the meeting to the evening meeting of the Planning Commission
on July 18, 2017 and directed staff to prepare a resolution of approval. At its regular evening
meeting held on August 15, 2017, the Planning Commission approved the resolution for the
project.
No residents expressed any concern related to the project
PROJECT DESCRIPTION AND BACKGROUND
The Project
The applicant is proposing construction of a new stable and corral.
Demolition
No demolition will be necessary for the project.
Zoning, Land Size and Existing Conditions
The property is zoned RAS-1. The net lot area of the property is 63,163 square feet or 1.45 acres.
Existing improvements on the property include a residence, swimming pool, and guesthouse.
The residence was originally constructed in 1951 and major addition and renovations were made
in 1997. When the improvements were made in 1997, the pad for the stable was graded but no
stable was constructed. The proposed design of the stable is the same as was approved in 1997.
In 2012 the pool and other outdoor amenities were reconstructed.
MUNICIPAL CODE COMPLIANCE
Grading
A pad for the stable and corral was previously approved and graded under a different permit.
Therefore, no grading is needed for the proposed stable construction.
Disturbance
The existing disturbance on the property is 45%. Because this was previously approved and the
construction of the stable and corral falls within all earlier disturbed areas, no variance is needed
for the proposed project.
Height
The highest finished roof height of the proposed stable will be 18 feet tall.
Covered Porches
The stable will have 176 square feet of covered porches. The total square footage covered by the
stable and the covered porches is 955 square feet.
Stable Access
The existing access road to the proposed stable pad is located on the southeasterly side of the
property and is constructed of concrete with a roughened surface.
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Drainage
Drainage will be reviewed by Building and Safety and must conform to the standards required by
the County for a building permit.
Lot Coverage
The structural net lot coverage is proposed at 6,720 square feet or 10.6% (20% max. permitted).
The total lot coverage proposed (structural and flatwork) will be 13,219 square feet or 20.6%
(35% max. permitted). The stable building pad (previously graded at 4,245 square feet) has a
proposed pad coverage of 779 square feet or 18.4%, with deductions.
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TABLES
A Conditional Use Permit is required for the stable and corral.
Stable Requirements
The proposed stable will be two stories and contain 779 square feet with a 187 square foot loft
and 176 square feet of covered porches. The following requirements must be met for a stable:
Pursuant to the zoning code requirements of section 17.18.060 the following is applicable to
this request:
REOUIREMENTS PROPOSED
Not less than 6' wide roughened access
Stable, corral not to be located on slopes
greater than 4:1
Not in front yard or side or front setback.
May be located up to 25' in rear setback.
Min. 35' from any residential structure
Building to be designed for rural and agricultural uses
only, but may include storage of vehicles and
household items
Size to include the entire footprint including loft, if
any
Minimum of 60% shall be maintained for agricultural
uses
Maximum of 40% not to exceed 800 s.f. may be
maintained for a tack room
Tack room may have sanitary and kitchenette
amenities
Tack room may have glazed openings
Entry doors to agricultural space to be min. 4'wide &
8' high; appearance of a stable door
Loft is permitted
Loft plate height may not exceed 7'
Exterior area of stables may not to be paved
Corral shall be fenced
Access not to exceed 25%
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Existing 7' wide paved surface access from
driveway, to be roughened.
Located on area with a slope no greater than 4:1
Stable and corral comply
37' to nearest residential structure on subject
property
Building is proposed to look like a stable and be
used for a stable
592 sq.ft. footprint; 187 sq. ft. loft is proposed
within footprint. 779 sq.ft. total.
Agricultural spaces include 2 stalls and a feed
room of 592 sq.ft. or 76%
Tack room of 187 sq.ft. or 24.0% of the structur1
No proposed bathroom
Windows in tack room are proposed
To comply with City's requirement.
187 sq. ft. loft proposed
Proposed loft plate height of 7 feet
Project will comply with standard
Proposed fenced corral
Access proposed at 19.5-24% grade
.REQUIREMENTS
Corral to be contiguous to stable. Planning
Commission may determine the size of a coral based
on the size of the stable
Commercial uses or sleeping is not allowed
PROPOSED
3,290 s.f. corral contiguous to stable.
Applicant is not proposing any commercial uses
or sleeping in the stable
Utility Lines
Any new utility lines connecting to the stable will be placed underground.
General
The applicant states the following regarding the project:
"The size and construction plans for the stable have been previously approved by the
Rolling Hills Planning Commission [19971 and meets CUP conditions. The grading of
the pad and construction site has already been performed. Also, the driveway to the stable
has already been constructed."
Rolling Hills Community Association Review
Rolling Hills Community Association will review this project at a later date.
Planning Commission Responsibilities
When reviewing a development application, the Planning Commission must consider whether
the proposed project meets the criteria for a Conditional Use Permit, as seen below.
Environmental Review
The project has been determined to be categorically exempt pursuant to the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under Class 3, Section 15303.
RA-S- 2 ZONE SETBACKS
Front: 50 ft. from front easement
line
Side: 35 ft. from property line
Rear: 50 ft. from rear easement
line
STRUCTURES
(Site Plan Review required for
new residence and if size of
structure increases by more than
999 s.f. in a 36-month period).
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Project Summary
EXISTING
SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE
WITH GARAGE ,
GUESTHOUSE, AND POOL.
Residence
Garage
Pool/Spa
Stable
Guest House
Service yard
Pool Equipment
Outdoor kitchen
Pilasters
TOTAL
EXISTING
3,653 sq.ft.
589 sq.ft
530 sq.ft.
0 sq.ft.
800 sq.ft.
96 sq.ft.
24 sq.ft.
211 sq.ft.
38 sq.ft.
5,941 sq.ft
PROPOSED
SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE
WITH GARAGE, GUESTHOUSE,
POOL, & STABLE
Residence
Garage
Pool/Spa
Stable
Guest House
Service yard
Pool Equipment
Outdoor kitchen
Pilasters
TOTAL
PROPOSED
3,653 sq.ft.
589 sq.ft.
530 sq. ft.
779 sq.ft.
800 sq. ft.
96 sq. ft.
24 sq. ft.
211 sq.ft
38 sq.ft
6,720 sq.ft
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STRUCTURAL LOT
COVERAGE
(20% maximum)
TOTAL LOT COVERAGE
(35% maximum)
BUILDING PADS (30%
guideline)
Residence, pool, other miscl.
structures
Pool/Guest House
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
nongraded area where
impervious surfaces exist.)
STABLE (min. 450 SQ.FT.
& 550 SQ.FT. CORRAL)
STABLE ACCESS
ROADWAY ACCESS
VIEWS
PLANTS AND ANIMALS
EXISTING
9.1%
18.3%
Residence pad 37.4%
Pool / Guesthouse 14.7%
Stable pad 0%
N/A
45%
0 sq.ft.
Roughened pathway
Existing driveway approach
N/A
N/A
PROPOSED
10.6%
20.6%
Residence pad 37.4%
Pool/Guesthouse 14.7%
Stable pad 18.4%
0 cubic yards
45 %
779 sq. ft. stable and 3,290 sq. ft.
corral proposed
Roughened pathway
Existing driveway approach
Planning Commission review
Planning Commission review
CRITERIA FOR APPROVAL OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT:
17.42.050 . Basis for approval or denial of conditional use permit.
The Commission (and Council on appeal), in acting to approve a conditional use permit
application, may impose conditions as are reasonably necessary to ensure the project is consistent with the
General Plan, compatible with surrounding land use, and meets the provisions and intent of this title. In
making such a determination, the hearing body shall find that the proposed use is in general accord with
the following principles and standards:
A. That the proposed conditional use is consistent with the General Plan;
B. That the nature, condition and development of adjacent uses, buildings and structures
have been considered, and that the use will not adversely affect or be materially detrimental to these
adjacent uses, building or structures;
C. That the site for the proposed conditional use is of adequate size and shape to
accommodate the use and buildings proposed;
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D. That the proposed conditional use complies with all applicable development standards of
the zone district;
E. That the proposed use is consistent with the portions of the Los Angeles County
Hazardous Waste Management Plan relating to siting and siting criteria for hazardous waste facilities;
F. That the proposed conditional use observes the spirit and intent of this title.
Request is consistent with the general plan of the City of Rolling Hills.
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RESOLUTION NO.2017-14
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING
HILLS APPROVING A REQUEST FOR A CONDITION USE PERMIT FOR
CONSTRUCTION OF A 779 SQUARE .FOOT STABLE, AND 3,290 SQUARE FOOT
CORRAL IN ZONING CASE NO. 926 AT 6 MEADOWLARK LANE, LOT 20-RH,
(DUNLAP).
THE PLANNING COMMISSION DOES HEREBY FIND, RESOLVE AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. An application was duly filed by Michael Dunlap with respect to real property
located at 6 Meadowlark Lane, Rolling Hills (Lot 20-RH) requesting a Condition Use Permit for the
construction of a 779 square foot stable, including a loft, and a 3,290 square foot corral.
Section 2. The Planning Commission conducted duly noticed public hearings held on July
18, 2017, in the field, and continued the meeting to the evening meeting, at which they directed staff to
prepare a resolution of approval. The resolution of approval was reviewed an approved at the regular
evening Planning Commission meeting on August 15, 2017.
Neighbors within 1,000-foot radius were notified of the public hearings and a notice was published in
the Peninsula News on July 7, 2017. The applicants and their agents were notified of the public hearings
in writing by first class mail and the applicants and agents were in attendance at the hearings. Evidence
was heard and presented from all person interested in affecting said proposal, and from members of the
City staff.
Section 3. The Planning Commission finds that the project is exempt from the California
Environmental Quality Act, (CEQA) pursuant to Class 3, Section 15303 of the CEQA guidelines.
Section 4. Conditional Use Permit. Sections 17.18.060 and 17.18.090 of the Rolling
Hills Municipal Code permit approval of a stable over 200 square feet and corral over 550
square feet with a Conditional Use Permit. The proposed 779 square foot stable and 3,290
square foot corral comply with all requirements of these sections. With respect to this request
for a Conditional Use Permit, the Planning Commission finds as follows:
A. Conditionally permitted uses are not outright permitted by the Rolling Hills
Municipal Code. The Planning Commission must consider applications for a Conditional Use
Permit and may, with such conditions as are deemed necessary, approve a conditional use
which will not jeopardize, adversely affect, endanger or to otherwise constitute a menace to
the public health, safety or general welfare or be materially detrimental to the property of
other persons located in the vicinity of such use.
B. The granting of a Conditional Use Permit for the stable and corral would be
consistent with the purposes and objectives of the Zoning Ordinance and General Plan
because the use is consistent with similar uses in the community, and meets all the applicable
code development standards for such uses, and they are located in the areas on the property
that are adequately sized to accommodate such uses. The proposed uses are appropriately
located in that they will be sufficiently separated from nearby structures used for habitation or
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containing sleeping quarters. The stable/corral will be constructed in furtherance of the
General Plan goal of promoting and encouraging equestrian uses.
C. The nature, condition, and development of adjacent structures have been
considered, and the project will not adversely affect or be materially detrimental to these
adjacent uses, buildings, or structures because the proposed stable/corral use is located mostly
in the middle of a 1.71 acre lot and the general location is of sufficient distance from nearby
residences so as to not impact the view or privacy of surrounding neighbors. The proposed
stable is to be located adjacent to the corral and access roughened for equestrian uses that runs
from the stable to the road is separate from the other outdoor living areas on the property.
D. The project is harmonious in scale and mass with the site, the natural terrain, and
surrounding residences because the proposed uses comply with the low profile residential
development pattern of the community and will not give the property an over -built look, and
areas will remain open and unobstructed. The lot is 1.45 acres net in size and is sufficiently
large to accommodate the proposed uses.
The stable will be compatible with the uses in the surrounding area because Rolling Hills is an
equestrian community and stables are encouraged. The stable will look like a stable and with
the corral will promote open space on the pad.
E. The proposed conditional use complies with all applicable development
standards of the zone district and requires Conditional Use Permits pursuant to Sections
17.18.060 and 17.18.090 of the Zoning Ordinance.
F. The proposed conditional uses are consistent with the portions of the Los
Angeles County Hazardous Waste Management Plan relating to siting criteria for hazardous
waste facilities because the project site is not listed on the current State of California
Hazardous Waste and Substances Sites List.
Section 5. Based upon the foregoing findings, and the evidence in the record, the
Planning Commission hereby approves Zoning Case No. 926 request for a Conditional Use
Permit for the construction of a 779 square foot stable, consisting of a 187 square foot loft and 592
square foot first level and a 3,290 square foot corral, subject to the following conditions:
A. The Conditional Use Permit approval shall expire within two years from the
effective date of approval as defined in Section 17.42.070, unless otherwise extended pursuant
to the requirements of this section.
B. If any condition of this resolution is violated, the entitlement granted by this
resolution shall be suspended and the privileges granted hereunder shall lapse and upon receipt
of written notice from the City, all construction work being performed on the subject property
shall immediately cease, other than work determined by the City Manager or his/her designee
required to cure the violation. The suspension and stop work order will be lifted once the
Applicant cures the violation to the satisfaction of the City Manager or his/her designee. In the
event that the Applicant disputes the City Manager or his /her designee's determination that a
violation exists or disputes how the violation must be cured, the Applicant may request a
hearing before the Planning Commission. The hearing shall be scheduled at the next regular
meeting of the Planning Commission for which the agenda has not yet been posted; the
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Applicant shall be providewritten notice of the hearing. The swork order shall remain in
effect during the pendency of the hearing. The Planning Commission shall make a
determination as to whether a violation of this Resolution has occurred. If the Planning
Commission determines that a violation has not occurred or has been cured by the time of the
hearing, the Planning Commission will lift the suspension and the stop work order. If the
Planning Commission determines that a violation has occurred and has not yet been cured, the
Planning Commission shall provide the Applicant with a deadline to cure the violation; no
construction work shall be performed on the property until and unless the violation is cured by
the deadline, other than work designated by the Planning Commission to accomplish the cure If
the violation is not cured by the deadline, the Planning Commission may either extend the
deadline at the Applicant's request or schedule a hearing for the revocation of the entitlements
granted by this Resolution pursuant to Chapter 17.58 of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code
(RHMC).
C. All requirements of the Building 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.
D. The lot shall be developed and maintained in substantial conformance with the site
plan on file received on July 11, 2017 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 Conditional Use Permit
approval shall be incorporated into the building permit working drawings, and where
applicable complied with prior to issuance of a grading or building permit from the building
department.
The conditions of approval of this Resolution shall be printed onto building plans submitted to
the Building Department for review and shall be kept on site at all times.
Any modifications and/or changes to the approved project, including resulting from field
conditions, shall be discussed and approved by staff prior to implementing the changes.
E. Prior to submittal of final working drawings to 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.
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 6,720 square feet (with
deductions) or 10.6% of the net lot area, in conformance with lot coverage limitations (20%
maximum).
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The total lot coverage proposed, including structures and flatwork, shall not exceed
13,219 square feet (with deductions) or 20.6%, of the net lot area, in conformance with lot
coverage limitations (35% max).
H. There shall be no grading for this project. The disturbed area of the lot, including
the approved stable and corral shall not exceed the existing 45%.
I. The stable pad exists at 4,245 square feet and shall not exceed 779 square feet of
coverage or 18.4% with allowed deductions.
J. The 187 square foot loft may be used as a tack room, and shall not exceed 24% of
the size of the structure. The agricultural uses shall not be less than 76% of the size of the
structure. The stable uses and interior and exterior design are subject to the requirements of
Section 17.18.060 of the Zoning Ordinance. The surface of the corral, paddock and areas adjacent
to the agricultural portion of the stable shall remain permeable at all times, and may not be
paved.
K. Access to the stable and to the corral shall be roughened material.
L. A minimum of five-foot ,level path and/or walkway, which does not have to be
paved, shall be provided around the entire perimeter of the proposed structure.
M. At any time there are horses on the property, Best Management Practices (BMPs)
shall be applied for manure control, including but not be limited to removal of the manure on a
daily basis or provision of a receptacle with .a tight closing lid that is constructed of brick, stone,
concrete, metal or wood lined with metal or other sound material and that is safeguarded
against access by flies. The contents of said receptacles shall be removed once a week. It is
prohibited to dispose of manure or any animal waste into the Municipal Separate Storm Sewer
System (MS4), into natural drainage course or spread on the property.
N. 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, roofing and
material requirements of properties in the Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone.
O. All utility lines to the stable shall be placed underground, subject to all applicable
standards and requirements.
P. A drainage plan, if required by the Building Department, may be prepared and
approved by City Staff prior to issuance of a construction permit. Such plan would be subject to
LA County Code requirements.
Q. A landscaping plan shall be submitted to the City in conformance with Fire
Department Fuel Modification requirements if required by LA County. If a landscaping plan is
required, prior to finaling the project, trees and shrubs shall be planted to screen the project
from the neighbors. The landscaping shall not form a hedge like screen but be offset. The height
of any new trees and shrubs are to be planted in conformance with the landscaping plans for
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this project. The landscape plan shall utilize to the maximut xtent feasible, plants that are
native to the area, are water -wise and are consistent with the rural character of the community.
R. Any new landscaping shall be subject to the requirements of the City's Water
Efficient Landscape Ordinance, (Chapter 13.18of the RHMC).
S. The setback lines and roadway easement lines in the vicinity of the construction
for this project shall remain marked throughout the construction. A construction fence may be
required.
T. 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.
U. Minimum of 65% of any construction materials must be recycled or diverted from
landfills. The hauler of the materials shall obtain City's Construction and Demolition permits for
waste hauling prior to start of work and provide proper documentation to the City.
V. During construction, conformance with the air quality management district
requirements, stormwater pollution prevention practices, county and local ordinances and
engineering practices so that people or property are not exposed to undue vehicle trips, noise,
dust, and objectionable odors shall be required.
W. During construction, all parking shall take place on the project site and, if necessary,
any overflow parking shall take place as much as possible within the unimproved roadway
easements on Meadowlark Lane adjacent to project site only, and shall not obstruct neighboring
driveways. During construction, to the maximum extent feasible, employees of the contractor
shall car-pool into the City.
X. 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.
Y. The contractor shall not use tools that could produce a spark, including for
clearing and grubbing, during red flag warning conditions. Weather conditions can be found at:
http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/lox/main.php?suite=safety&page=hazard_definitions#FIRE. It is
the sole responsibility of the property owner and/or his/her contractor to monitor the red flag
warning conditions. Should a red flag warning be declared and if work is to be conducted on the
property, the contractor shall have readily available fire distinguisher.
Z. 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). Further the property owners shall be required to conform to the County Health
Department requirements for a septic system if a new system is required.
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AA. Prior to finaling of the' project an "as constructed" set of plans and certifications,
including certifications of ridgelines of the structure, shall be provided to the Planning
Department and the Building Department to ascertain that the completed project is in
compliance with the approved plans. In addition, any modifications made to the project during
construction, shall be depicted on the "as built" plan.
AB. 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. The affidavit shall
be recorded together with the resolution.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 15th DAY OF AUGUST 2017.
RI;'CHjELF, CHAIRMA
ATTEST:
YVE IHALL, INTERIM CITY CLERK
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.
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS
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)§
I certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 2017-14 entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS
APPROVING A REQUEST FOR A CONDITION USE PERMIT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF A 779
SQUARE FOOT STABLE, AND 3,290 SQUARE FOOT CORRAL IN ZONING CASE NO. 926 AT 6
MEADOWLARK LANE, LOT 20-RH, (DUNLAP).
was approved and adopted at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission on August 15,
2017, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Commissioners Cardenas, Cooley and Chair Chelf.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Commissioners Kirkpatrick and Seaburn.
ABSTAIN: None.
and in compliance with the laws of California was posted at the following:
Administrative Offices.
ate. __„.7-4-jelL
YVF i TE HALL,, NTERIM CITY CLERK
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Rollie, get4
INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957
NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD
ROLLING HILLS, CA 90274
(310) 377-1521
FAX (310) 377-7288
Agenda Item No.: 6B
Mtg. Date: 08-15-17
TO: HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND MEMBERS OF THE PLANNING
COMMISSION
FROM: YOLANTA SCHWARTZ, PLANNING DIRECTOR
JULIA STEWART, ASSISTANT PLANNER
APPLICATION NO.
SITE LOCATION:
ZONING AND SIZE:
APPLICANT:
REPRESENTATIVE:
DATE PUBLISHED:
ZONING CASE NO. 926
6 MEADOWLARK LANE (LOT 20-RH)
RAS-1, 1.71 ACRES (GROSS)
MICHAEL DUNLAP
MICHAEL DUNLAP
JULY 7, 2017
REQUEST AND RECOMMENDATION
Applicant Request
The applicant is requesting approval of the resolution for the following:
Conditional Use Permit
A Conditional Use Permit is requested for the construction of a 779 square foot stable
which includes a 187 square foot loft and 592 square foot footprint, 176 square feet of
attached covered porches, and a 3,290 square foot corral.
Planning Commission Review
The Planning Commission viewed the project in the field, opened the hearing to enable
brief public testimony and continued the meeting to the evening meeting of the
Planning Commission. It is recommended that the Planning Commission continue the
public hearing and provide direction to staff.
Planning Commission Responsibilities
When reviewing a resolution of approval, the Planning Commission must consider
whether the proposed project meets the criteria for a Conditional Use Permit as written
below.
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Environmental Review
The project has been determined to be categorically exempt pursuant to the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under Class 3, Section 15303.
Recommendation
It is recommended that the Planning Commission review and consider the attached
Resolution 2017-14 for adoption.
CRITERIA FOR APPROVAL OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT:
17.42.050 Basis for approval or denial of conditional use permit.
The Commission (and Council on appeal), in acting to approve a conditional use permit
application, may impose conditions as are reasonably necessary to ensure the project is
consistent with the General Plan, compatible with surrounding land use, and meets the
provisions and intent of this title. In making such a determination, the hearing body shall find
that the proposed use is in general accord with the following principles and standards:
A. That the proposed conditional use is consistent with the General Plan;
B. That the nature, condition and development of adjacent uses, buildings and
structures have been considered, and that the use will not adversely affect or be materially
detrimental to these adjacent uses, building or structures;
C. That the site for the proposed conditional use is of adequate size and shape to
accommodate the use and buildings proposed;
D. That the proposed conditional use complies with all applicable development
standards of the zone district;
E. That the proposed use is consistent with the portions of the Los Angeles County
Hazardous Waste Management Plan relating to siting and siting criteria for hazardous waste
facilities; •
F. That the proposed conditional use observes the spirit and intent of this title.
Request is consistent with the general plan of the City of Rolling Hills.
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• RESOLUTION NO. 2017-14
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING
HILLS APPROVING A REQUEST FOR A CONDITION USE PERMIT FOR
CONSTRUCTION OF A 779 SQUARE FOOT STABLE, AND 3,290 SQUARE FOOT
CORRAL IN ZONING CASE NO. 926 AT 6 MEADOWLARK LANE, LOT 20-RH,
(DUNLAP).
THE PLANNING COMMISSION DOES HEREBY FIND, RESOLVE AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. An application was duly filed by Michael Dunlap with respect to real property
located at 6 Meadowlark Lane, Rolling Hills (Lot 20-RH) requesting a Condition Use Permit for the
construction of a 779 square foot stable, including a loft, and a 3,290 square foot corral.
Section 2. The Planning Commission conducted duly noticed public hearings held on July
18, 2017, in the field, and continued the meeting to the evening meeting, at which they directed staff to
prepare a resolution of approval. The resolution of approval was reviewed an approved at the regular
evening Planning Commission meeting on August 15, 2017.
Neighbors within 1,000-foot radius were notified of the public hearings and a notice was published in
the Peninsula News on July 7, 2017. The applicants and their agents were notified of the public hearings
in writing by first class mail and the applicants and agents were in attendance at the hearings. Evidence
was heard and presented from all person interested in affecting said proposal, and from members of the
City staff.
Section 3. The Planning Commission finds that the project is exempt from the California
Environmental Quality Act, (CEQA) pursuant to Class 3, Section 15303 of the CEQA guidelines.
Section 4. Conditional Use Permit. Sections 17.18.060 and 17.18.090 of the Rolling
Hills Municipal Code permit approval of a stable over 200 square feet and corral over 550
square feet with a Conditional Use Permit. The proposed 779 square, foot stable and 3,290
square foot corral comply with all requirements of these sections. With respect to this request
for a Conditional Use Permit, the Planning Commission finds as follows:
A. Conditionally permitted uses are not outright permitted by the Rolling Hills
Municipal Code. The Planning Commission must consider applications for a Conditional Use
Permit and may, with such conditions as are deemed necessary, approve a conditional use
which will not jeopardize, adversely affect, endanger or to otherwise constitute a menace to
the public health, safety or general welfare or be materially detrimental to the property of
other persons located in the vicinity of such use.
B. The granting of a Conditional Use Permit for the stable and corral would be
consistent with the purposes and objectives of the Zoning Ordinance and General Plan
because the use is consistent with similar uses in the community, and meets all the applicable
code development standards for such uses, and they are located in the areas on the property
that are adequately sized to accommodate such uses. The proposed uses are appropriately
located in that they will be sufficiently separated from nearby structures used for habitation or
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containing sleeping quarters. The stable/corral will be constructed in furtherance of the
General Plan goal of promoting and encouraging equestrian uses.
C. The nature, condition, and development of adjacent structures have been
considered, and the project will not adversely affect or be materially detrimental to these
adjacent uses, buildings, or structures because the proposed stable/corral use is located mostly
in the middle of a 1.71 acre lot and the general location is of sufficient distance from nearby
residences so as to not impact the view or privacy of surrounding neighbors. The proposed
stable is to be located adjacent to the corral and access roughened for equestrian uses that runs
from the stable to the road is separate from the other outdoor living areas on the property.
D. The project is harmonious in scale and mass with the site; the natural terrain, and
surrounding residences because the proposed uses comply with the low profile residential
development pattern of the community and will not give the property an over -built look, and
areas will remain open and unobstructed. The lot is 1.45 acres net in size and is sufficiently
large to accommodate the proposed uses.
The stable will be compatible with the uses in the surrounding area because Rolling Hills is an
equestrian community and stables are encouraged. The stable will look like a stable and with
the corral will promote open space on the pad.
E. The proposed conditional use complies with all applicable development
standards of the zone district and requires Conditional Use Permits pursuant to Sections
17.18.060 and 17.18.090 of the Zoning Ordinance.
F. The proposed conditional uses are consistent with the portions of the Los
Angeles County Hazardous Waste Management Plan relating to siting criteria for hazardous
waste facilities because the project site is not listed on the current State of California
Hazardous Waste and Substances Sites List.
Section 5. Based upon the foregoing findings, and the evidence in the record, the
Planning Commission hereby approves Zoning Case No. 926 request for a Conditional Use
Permit for the construction of a 779 square foot stable, consisting of a 187 square foot loft and 592
square foot first level and a 3,290 square foot corral, subject to the following conditions:
A. The Conditional Use Permit approval shall expire within two years from the
effective date of approval as defined in Section 17.42.070, unless otherwise extended pursuant
to the requirements of this section.
B. If any condition of this resolution is violated, the entitlement granted by this
resolution shall be suspended and the privileges granted hereunder shall lapse and upon receipt
of written notice from the City, all construction work being performed on the subject property
shall immediately cease, other than work determined by the City Manager or his/her designee
required to cure the violation. The suspension and stop work order will be lifted once the
Applicant cures the violation to the satisfaction of the City Manager or his/her designee. In the
event that the Applicant disputes the City Manager or his/her designee's determination that a
violation exists or disputes how the violation must be cured, the Applicant may request a
hearing before the Planning Commission. The hearing shall be scheduled at the next regular
meeting of the Planning Commission for which the agenda has not yet been posted; the
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Applicant shall be provideritten notice of the hearing. The stop work order shall remain in
effect during the pendency of the hearing. The Planning Commission shall make a
determination as to whether a violation of this Resolution has occurred. If the Planning
Commission determines that a violation has not occurred or has been cured by the time of the
hearing, the Planning Commission will lift the suspension and the stop work order. If the
Planning Commission determines that a violation has occurred and has not yet been cured, the
Planning Commission shall provide the Applicant with a deadline to cure the violation; no
construction work shall be performed on the property until and unless the violation is cured by
the deadline, other than work designated by the Planning Commission to accomplish the cure If
the violation is not cured by the deadline, the Planning Commission may either extend the
deadline at the Applicant's request or schedule a hearing for the revocation 'of the entitlements
granted by this Resolution pursuant to Chapter 17.58 of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code
(RHMC).
C. All requirements of the Building 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.
D. The lot shall be developed and maintained in substantial conformance with the site
plan on file received on July 11, 2017 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 Conditional Use Permit
approval shall be incorporated into the building permit working drawings, and where
applicable complied with prior to issuance of a grading or building permit from the building
department.
The conditions of approval of this Resolution shall be printed onto building plans submitted to
the Building Department for review and shall be kept on site at all times.
Any modifications and/or changes to the approved project, including resulting from field
conditions, shall be discussed and approved by staff prior to implementing the changes.
E. Prior to submittal of final working drawings to 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.
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 6,720 square feet (with
deductions) or 10.6% of the net lot area, in conformance with lot coverage limitations (20%
maximum).
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The total lot coverage proposed, including structures and flatwork, shall not exceed
13,219 square feet (with deductions) or 20.6%, of the net lot area, in conformance with lot
coverage limitations (35% max).
H. There shall be no grading for this project. The disturbed area of the lot, including
the approved stable and corral shall not exceed the existing 45 %.
I. The stable pad exists at 4,245 square feet and shall not exceed 779 square feet of
coverage or 18.4% with allowed deductions.
J. The 187 square foot loft may be used as a tack room, and shall not exceed 24% of
the size of the structure. The agricultural uses shall not be less than 76% of the size of the
structure. The stable uses and interior and exterior design are subject to the requirements of
Section 17.18.060 of the Zoning Ordinance. The surface of the corral, paddock and areas adjacent
to the agricultural portion of the stable shall remain permeable at all times, and may not be
paved.
K. Access to the stable and to the corral shall be roughened material.
L. A minimum of five-foot level path and/ or walkway, which does not have to be
paved, shall be provided around the entire perimeter of the proposed structure.
M. At any time there are horses on the property, Best Management Practices (BMPs)
shall be applied for manure control, including but not be limited to removal of the -manure on a
daily basis or provision of a receptacle with a tight closing lid that is constructed of brick, stone,
concrete, metal or wood lined with metal or other sound material and that is safeguarded
against access by flies. The contents of said receptacles shall be removed once a week. It is
prohibited to dispose of manure or any animal waste into the Municipal Separate Storm Sewer
System (MS4), into natural drainage course or spread on the property.
N. 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, roofing and
material requirements of properties in the Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone.
O. All utility lines to the stable shall be placed underground, subject to all applicable
standards and requirements.
P. A drainage plan, if required by the Building Department, may be prepared and
approved by City Staff prior to issuance of a construction permit. Such plan would be subject to
LA County Code requirements.
Q. A landscaping plan shall be submitted to the City in conformance with Fire
Department Fuel Modification requirements if required by LA County. If a landscaping plan is
required, prior to finaling the project, trees and shrubs shall be planted to screen the project
from the neighbors. The landscaping shall not form a hedge like screen but be offset. The height
of any new trees and shrubs are to be planted in conformance with the landscaping plans for
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this project. The landscapinplan shall utilize to the maximum extent feasible, plants that are
native to the area, are water -wise and are consistent with the rural character of the community.
R. Any new landscaping shall be subject to the requirements of the City's Water
Efficient Landscape Ordinance, (Chapter 13.18of the RHMC).
S. The setback lines and roadway easement lines in the vicinity of the construction
for this project shall remain marked throughout the construction. A construction fence may be
required.
T. 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.
U. Minimum of 65% of any construction materials must be recycled or diverted from
landfills. The hauler of the materials shall obtain City's Construction and Demolition permits for
waste hauling prior to start of work and provide proper documentation to the City.
V. During construction, conformance with the air quality management district
requirements, stormwater pollution prevention practices, county and local ordinances and
engineering practices so that people or property are not exposed to undue vehicle trips, noise,
dust, and objectionable odors shall be required.
W. During construction, all parking shall take place on the project site and, if necessary,
any overflow parking shall take place as much as possible within the unimproved roadway
easements on Meadowlark Lane adjacent to project site only, and shall not obstruct neighboring
driveways. During construction, to the maximum extent feasible, employees of the contractor
shall car-pool into the City.
X. 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.
Y. The contractor shall not use tools that could produce a spark, including for
clearing and grubbing, during red flag warning conditions. Weather conditions can be found at:
http//www.wrh.noaa.gov/lox/main.php?suite=safety&page=hazard_definitions#FIRE. It is
the sole responsibility of the property owner and/or his/her contractor to monitor the red flag
warning conditions. Should a red flag warning be declared and if work is to be conducted on the
property, the contractor shall have readily available fire distinguisher.
Z. 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). Further the property owners shall be required to conform to the County Health
Department requirements for a septic system if a new system is required.
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AA. Prior to finaling of the project an "as constructed" set of plans and certifications,
including certifications of ridgelines of the structure, shall be provided to the Planning
Department and the Building Department to ascertain that the completed project is in
compliance with the approved plans. In addition, any modifications made to the project during
construction, shall be depicted on the "as built" plan.
AB. 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. The affidavit shall
be recorded together with the resolution.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 15th DAY OF AUGUST 2017.
BRAD CHELF, CHAIRMAN
ATTEST:
YVETTE HALL, INTERIM CITY CLERK
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.
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS
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) §§
I certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 2017-14 entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS
APPROVING A REQUEST FOR A CONDITION USE PERMIT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF A 779
SQUARE FOOT STABLE, AND 3,290 SQUARE FOOT CORRAL IN ZONING CASE NO. 926 AT 6
MEADOWLARK LANE, LOT 20-RH, (DUNLAP).
was approved and adopted at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission on August 15,
2017, 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.
YVETTE HALL, INTERIM CITY CLERK
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st Ra fla
INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957
NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD
ROLLING HILLS, CA 90274
(310) 377-1521
FAX (310) 377-7288
Agenda Item No.: 7D
Mtg. Date: 07-18-17
TO: HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND MEMBERS OF THE PLANNING
COMMISSION
FROM: JULIA STEWART, ASSISTANT PLANNER'3C
YOLANTA SCHWARTZ, PLANNING DIRECTOR vp
APPLICATION NO.
SITE LOCATION:
ZONING AND SIZE:
APPLICANT:
REPRESENTATIVE:
DATE PUBLISHED:
ZONING CASE NO. 926
6 MEADOWLARK LANE (LOT 20-RH)
RAS-1, 1.71 ACRES (GROSS)
MICHAEL DUNLAP
MICHAEL DUNLAP
JULY 7, 2017
REQUEST AND RECOMMENDATION
Request
The applicant is requesting the following:
Conditional Use Permit
A Conditional Use Permit is requested for the construction of a 779 square foot stable
which includes a 112 square foot loft and 592 square foot footprint, 176 square feet of
attached covered porches, and a 3,290 square foot corral.
Field Trip
The Planning Commission viewed the project in the field, opened the hearing to enable
brief public testimony and continued the meeting to the evening meeting of the
Planning Commission. It is recommended that the Planning Commission continue the
public hearing and provide direction to staff.
PROTECT DESCRIPTION AND BACKGROUND
The Project
The applicant is proposing construction of a new stable and corral.
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Demolition
No demolition will be necessary for the project.
Zoning, Land Size and Existing Conditions
The property is zoned RAS-1. The net lot area of the property is 63,163 square feet or 1.45
acres. Existing improvements on the property include a residence, swimming pool, and
guesthouse. The residence was originally constructed in 1951 and major addition and
renovations were made in 1997. When the improvements were made in 1997, the pad for
the stable was graded the stable was not constructed. The proposed design of the stable is
the same as the one envisioned being constructed in 1997. In 2012 the pool and other
outdoor amenities were reconstructed.
MUNICIPAL CODE COMPLIANCE
Grading
A pad for the stable and corral was previously approved and graded under a different
permit. Therefore, no grading is needed for the proposed stable construction.
Disturbance
The existing disturbance on the property is 45%. Because this was previously approved
and the construction of the stable and corral falls within all earlier disturbed areas, no
variance is needed for the proposed project.
Height
The highest finished roof height of the proposed stable will be 18 feet tall.
Covered Porches
The stable will have 176 square feet of covered porches. The total square footage
covered by the stable and the covered porches is 955 square feet.
Stable Access
The existing access road to the proposed stable pad is located on the southeasterly side
of the property and is constructed of concrete with a roughened surface.
Drainage
Drainage will be reviewed by Building and Safety and must conform to the standards
required by the County for a building permit.
Lot Coverage
The structural net lot coverage is proposed at 6,720 square feet or 10.6% (20% max.
permitted). The total lot coverage proposed (structural and flatwork) will be 13,219
square feet or 20.6% (35% max. permitted). The stable building pad (previously graded
at 4,245 square feet) has a proposed pad coverage of 779 square feet or 18.4%, with
deductions.
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CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TABLES
A Conditional Use Permit is required for the stable.
Stable Requirements
The proposed stable will be two stories and contain 779 square feet with a 112 square foot loft
and 176 square feet of covered porches. The following requirements must be met for a stable:
Pursuant to the zoning code requirements of section 17.18.060 the following is applicable
to this request:
REQUIREMENTS PROPOSED
Not less than 6' wide roughened access
Stable, corral not to be located on slopes
greater than 4:1
Not in front yard or side or front setback.
May be located up to 25' in rear setback.
Min. 35' from any residential structure
Building to be designed for rural and agricultura
uses only, but may include storage of vehicles
and household items
Size to include the entire footprint including loft,
if any
Minimum of 60% shall be maintained for
agricultural uses
Maximum of 40% not to exceed 800 s.f. may be
maintained for a tack room
Tack room may have sanitary and kitchenette
amenities
Tack room may have glazed openings
Entry doors to agricultural space to be min.
4'wide & 8' high; appearance of a stable door
Loft is permitted
Loft plate height may not exceed 7'
Exterior area of stables may not to be paved
Corral shall be fenced
Access not to exceed 25 %
Corral to be contiguous to stable. Planning
Commission may determine the size of a coral
based on the size of the stable
Commercial uses or sleeping is not allowed
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Existing 7' wide paved surface access from
driveway, to be roughened.
Located on area with a slope no greater tha
4:1
Stable and corral comply
37' to nearest residential structure on subjec
property
Building is proposed to look like a stable
and be used for a stable
592 sq.ft. footprint; 112 sq. ft. loft is
proposed within footprint. 779 sq.ft. total.
Agricultural spaces include 2 stalls and a
feed room of 592 sq.ft. or 76%
Tack room of 112 sq.ft. or 14.4% of the
structure
No proposed bathroom
Windows in tack room are proposed
To comply with City's requirement.
112 sq. ft. loft proposed
Proposed loft plate height of 7 feet
Project will comply with standard
Proposed fenced corral
Access proposed at 19.5-24% grade
3,290 s.f. corral contiguous to stable.
Applicant is not proposing any commercial
uses or sleeping in the stable
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Utility Lines
Any new utility lines connecting to the stable will be placed underground.
General
The applicant states the following regarding the project:
"The size and construction plans for the stable have been previously approved
by the Rolling Hills Planning Commission [1997] and meets CUP conditions. The
grading of the pad and construction site has already been performed. Also, the
driveway to the stable has already been constructed."
Rolling Hills Community Association Review
Rolling Hills Community Association will review this project at a later date.
Planning Commission Responsibilities
When reviewing a development application, the Planning Commission must consider
whether the proposed project meets the criteria for a Conditional Use Permit, as seen
below.
Environmental Review
The project has been determined to be categorically exempt pursuant to the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under Class 3, Section 15303.
CRITERIA FOR APPROVAL OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT:
17.42.050 Basis for approval or denial of conditional use permit.
The Commission (and Council on appeal), in acting to approve a conditional use permit
application, may impose conditions as are reasonably necessary to ensure the project is
consistent with the General Plan, compatible with surrounding land use, and meets the
provisions and intent of this title. In making such a determination, the hearing body shall find
that the proposed use is in general accord with the following principles and standards:
A. That the proposed conditional use is consistent with the General Plan;
B. That the nature, condition and development of adjacent uses, buildings and
structures have been considered, and that the use will not adversely affect or be materially
detrimental to these adjacent uses, building or structures;
C. That the site for the proposed conditional use is of adequate size and shape to
accommodate the use and buildings proposed;
D. That the proposed conditional use complies with all applicable development
standards of the zone district;
E. That the proposed use is consistent with the portions of the Los Angeles County
Hazardous Waste Management Plan relating to siting and siting criteria for hazardous waste
facilities;
F. That the proposed conditional use observes the spirit and intent of this title.
Request is consistent with the general plan of the City of Rolling Hills.
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