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678, Addition of 210 sq ft to exist, Staff ReportsCiiy 0/ Rotting INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1(?57 HEARING DATE: AUGUST 19, 1997 TO: FROM: 9A NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274 (310) 377.1521 FAX: (310) 377.7288 E-mail: cityofrh@aol.com HONORABLE MEMBERS OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION LOLA UNGAR, PLANNING DIRECTOR APPLICATION NO. SITE LOCATION: ZONING & SIZE: APPLICANT: PUBLISHED: REOUEST ZONING CASE NO. 561 14 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD (LOT 56-A-RH) RA-S-1, 1.67 ACRES MR. AND MRS. JOHN MACLEOD MAY 27, 1997 Request for a Conditional Use Permit for a previously constructed illegal sports court, request for a Variance to permit the encroachment of the previously constructed sports court into the side yard setback, and request for a Variance to permit the construction of a sports court practice wall that will encroach into the side yard setback for property at a single family residential development. BACKGROUND 1. The Planning Commission viewed the site on June 30, 1997 and continued the case to the August 19, 1997 meeting because the applicants were to be out of town for the July regular meeting. 2. At the June 17, 1997 meeting, staff was queried about when a patio area becomes a sports court. Patio areas are not defined in the Zoning Code but were generally defined by two separate dictionaries as outdoor areas open to the sky or trellis -covered that are adjacent to residences and of sufficient size to allow outdoor activities such as lounging or dining. Section 17.16.210(A)(7) of the Zoning Code states that a "'Recreational Game Court' means a tennis, racquetball or squash court, or any other fenced, enclosed, paved or hard -surfaced area used for private recreational purposes." The Code further states that the use and .development of a recreational game court is to be determined by the Planning Commission following approval of an application for a Conditional Use Permit that includes the minimum requirements that ZONING CASE NO. 561 PAGE 1 4a Printed an Rocyclod I' per. 1. Requires that landscape screening n_ca interfere with viewscape of surrounding N/A Required condition properties or easements m. Prohibits court lighting N/A Required condition n. Allows the imposition of conditions when necessary to ensure that noise N/A Planning Commission review does not constitute a nuisance to surrounding properties. 3. In July, 1996, the Community Association reported that concrete was being poured at the subject property for a sports court and staff inspected the court. On August 1, 1996, staff informed the Macleods in writing of the need to apply for a Conditional Use Permit. After that time, discussions took place between the applicants and City staff regarding the case and the specific application requirements. Applications were received on April 29, 1997. The applicants are requesting a Conditional Use Permit to allow a previously constructed 2,170 square foot illegal sports court to remain at the site. The sports court measures 31 feet by 70 feet and is painted green with white striping. A Conditional Use Permit is required for a hard -surfaced area to be used for recreational purposes. A Variance is also requested because a portion of the sports court encroaches up to 4 feet into the northern 20 foot side yard setback. The applicants are also requesting a Variance to permit the construction of a 32 foot long, 8 foot high sports court practice wall that will encroach up to 6 feet into the side yard setback at the north side of the sports court. 4. A letter from the Macleods is attached regarding the project, Tables are also attached describing the Criteria & Major Impacts and Variance requirements. 5. The existing house and garage were constructed in 1936. and a bedroom, 2 baths and a swimming pool were constructed in 1973. County permits were issued for demolition of .a swimming pool which was completed on July 12, 1996. The existing guest house was built before City incorporation in 1957 according to Rolling Hills Community Association Manager Peggy Minor., was shown as "existing" on a Community Association building plan in 1963 and appears to be legal nonconforming. The guest house is 13 feet from the property line and encroaches 7 feet into the northeastern 20 foot required side yard setback. Prior to 1981, guest houses were considered an accessory use and no kitchen o r cooking facilities were permitted. On September 28, 1981, by Ordinance No. 188, Conditional Use Permits for guest houses were required and no kitchen o r cooking facilities were permitted. When the Zoning Code was updated on May 24, 1993, additional minimum conditions were required for guest houses. ZONING CASE NO. 561 PAGE 3 A barn was constructed in 1963 at the northern portion of the lot that is 24 feet from the property line. Prior to 1969, glazed windows for stables were not addressed in the Zoning Code and many stables included them in the loft area as well as the lower story. On July 14, 1969, the Zoning Code in referring to building heights was amended to read, "In the RA-S zone, no building shall exceed one story in height except a barn or stable which may have a loft without glazed openings to be used exclusively and only for the storage of feed, tack and stable equipment " The current Zoning Code updated in 1993, reads, "Barns or stables may have a loft, provided the loft area has no glazed openings and that the loft area is limited in use to the storage of feed, tack and stable equipment." 6. No grading is proposed. 7. The total lot disturbance existing is 19.2% and as proposed is 23.3%. (40% maximum permitted). 8. The structural lot coverage proposed is 7,017 square feet or 13.3% (20% maximum permitted) and the total lot coverage proposed is 12,300 square feet or 23.3% (35% maximum permitted). 9. The existing building pad coverage for the 26,060 square foot residential pad is 7,017 square feet or 23.3%. 10. Other issues that the Planning Commission may wish to discuss are: the retention of existing topography, plants and animals, natural features; landscape screening, views, and the imposition of conditions when necessary to ensure that noise does not constitute a nuisance to surrounding properties. 11. Staff has analyzed the project and determined that the project will not have a significant impact on the environment. Based on this finding, staff prepared the attached Negative Declaration. RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that the Planning Commission review the proposed plans, the Negative Declaration and take public testimony. ZONING CASE NO. 561 PAGE 4 • • Ci1y a/ leofPnS wee INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957 'NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274 (310) 377-1521 FAX: (310) 377-7288 E-mail: cityofrh@aol.com DATE: FEBRUARY 15, 2005 TO: HONORABLE MEMBERS_OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION FROM: YOLANTA SCHWARTZ, PLANNING DIRECTOR SUBJECT: ZONING CASE NO. 678 Mr. and Mrs. Michael St Denis, 14 Portuguese Bend Road (Lot 56- A-RH). Request for two-year time extension for a Site Plan Review for previously approved additions to an existing single family residence. BACKGROUND Attached is a request from Mr. Michael St Denis, property owner, requesting a two-year time extension for a previously approved request for Site Plan Review for additions to an existing single family residence. The Planning Commission approved this project on February 17, 2004 by Resolution No. 2004-03. The applicant is a new property owner (previously MacLeod) and would like an extension of time in order to study the approval and to get situated in the house. If the request for extension is approved, the approval will expire on February 17, 2007. RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that the Planning Commission consider the request and adopt Resolution No. 2005-09 granting the extension. `Vd✓Prinlo Inn Ili.cyran;,1 • 4. ?8 Cgue (1)(1 a1“ y Poo/lice' Z `1 05` RESOLUTION NO. 2005-09 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS APPROVING A MODIFICATION TO PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2004-03 AND APPROVING A TWO YEAR TIME EXTENSION TO PREVIOUSLY APPROVED SITE PLAN REVIEW APPROVAL FOR CONSTRUCTION OF ADDITIONS TO AN EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE IN ZONING CASE NO. 678 AT 14 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD (LOT 56-A-RH), (ST DENIS). 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 St Denis, property owner, with respect to real property located at 14 Portuguese Bend Road, (Lot 56-A- RH), Rolling Hills, CA requesting a two-year time extension for a previously approved Site Plan Review to construct 1,642 square feet of additions to an existing residence. This approval was granted to the previous owners, Mr. and Mrs. MacLeod. Section 2. The Commission considered this item at a meeting on February 15, 2005 at which time information was presented indicating that additional time is needed to process the development application. Section 3. Based upon information and evidence submitted, the Planning Commission does hereby amend Paragraph A, Section 5 of Resolution No. 2004-03, dated February 17, 2004, to read as follows: "A. The Site Plan Review approval shall expire within three years from the effective date of approval, unless work commences within that time period, as defined in Section 17.46.080 of the Zoning Ordinance." Section 4. Except as herein amended, the provisions and conditions of Resolution No. 2004-03 shall continue to be in full force and effect. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 15th DAY OF FEBRUARY, 2005. ATTEST: ROGER SOMMER, CHAIRMAN MARILYN KERN, DEPUTY CITY CLERK • • STATE OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) §§ CITY OF ROLLING HILLS I certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 2005-09 entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 2005-09 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS APPROVING A MODIFICATION TO PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2004-03 AND APPROVING A TWO YEAR TIME EXTENSION TO PREVIOUSLY APPROVED SITE PLAN REVIEW APPROVAL FOR CONSTRUCTION OF ADDITIONS TO AN EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE IN ZONING CASE NO. 678 AT 14 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD (LOT 56-A-RH), (ST DENIS). was approved and adopted at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission on February 15, 2005 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 DEPUTY CITY CLERK • City 0/ leoffin INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957 NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274 (310) 377.1521 FAX: (310) 377-7288 E-mail: cityofrh@aol.com Agenda Item No.: 4A Mtg. Date: 2/23/04 DATE: FEBRUARY 23, 2004 TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL ATTN: CRAIG R. NEALIS, CITY MANAGER FROM: YOLANTA SCHWARTZ, PLANNING DIRECTOR SUBJECT: RESOLUTION NO. 2004-03 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING A SITE PLAN REVIEW APPROVAL FOR CONSTRUCTION OF ADDITIONS AT AN EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE IN ZONING CASE NO. 678 AT 14 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD, (LOT 56-A-RH), (MACLEOD). BACKGROUND 1. The Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. 2004-03, which is attached, on February 17, 2004 at their regular meeting granting a request for a Site Plan Review for construction of additions at an existing single family residence at 14 Portuguese Bend Road. The vote was 5-0. 2. The applicants request a Site Plan Review for the construction of 1,161 square feet additions to a 2,904 square foot existing house, for a total of 4,065 square feet residence, to add 210 square feet to the existing garage, for a total of 658 square foot garage, to add 12 square feet to the service yard and to add 271 square feet of covered porches. A portion of the existing garage encroaches into the front yard setback. 3. The property is developed with a 2,904 square foot residence, 448 square foot garage, 918 square foot stable, 2,261 square foot sports court, 310 square foot guest house, covered porches and service yard. 4. Two driveway approaches exist on the site. This is a pre-existing condition, and therefore a CUP for a second driveway is not required. ZC No. 678 CC 2/23/04 ®l'nntccl on Rocyc;Iccl I'w. r • • 5. The original house and garage were built in 1936. An addition was constructed in 1973. In 1996 a pool was demolished and filled in. In 1997 the Planning Commission approved a Conditional Use Permit and a Variance for a sports court, and denied a Variance for a sports court practice wall. RHCA records show that the existing guest house was built prior to City incorporation, and appears to be legal non -conforming. The guest house is 13 feet from the property line and encroaches 7 feet into the northeastern 20-foot side yard setback. The stable was constructed in 1963 at the northern portion of the lot. Prior to 1969, glazed windows for stables were not addressed in the Zoning Ordinance, and many stables included them in the loft area as well as on the lower story. 6. No grading is proposed for this project. 7. The property is zoned RAS-1, and the gross lot area is 1.67 acres. The net lot area is 51,833 square feet. There are three building pads on the property. The residential building pad is 16,838 square feet, the sports court pad is 3,724 square feet and the guest house pad is 966 square feet. 8. Building pad coverage on the 16,838 square foot residential building pad is proposed at 6,307 square feet or 37.4%, which includes the residence, garage, porches, service yard and stable. The existing building pad coverage is 27.6%. The existing sports court pad coverage is 60.7% and the existing guest house pad coverage is 32.1%. Combined coverage is proposed at 40.3%. 9. The structural net lot coverage proposed is 8,778 square feet or 16.9%, which includes the residence, garage, porches, service yard, stable, guest house and sports court, (20% permitted); and the total lot coverage proposed including the structures and paved areas is 14,452 square feet or 27.9%, (35% permitted). 10. Disturbed area of the lot will be 32.2%, (40% permitted), of the net lot area. Currently the disturbed area is 28.5%. 11. The resolution of approval requires that the utility lines be placed underground. 12. Rolling Hills Community Association will review this project at a later date. 13. The project has been determined to be categorically exempt pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that the City Council receive and file the staff report or provide direction to staff. ZC No. 678 CC 2/23/04 Zoning Case No. 678 SITE PLAN REVIEW RA-S- 1 ZONE SETBACKS Front: 50 ft. from front easement line Side: 20 ft. from property line Rear: 50 ft. from property line STRUCTURES (Site Plan Review required if size of structure increases by at least 1,000 sq.ft. and has the effect of increasing the size of the structure by more than 25% in a 36-month period). STRUCTURAL LOT COVERAGE (20% maximum) TOTAL LOT COVERAGE (35% maximum) RESIDENTIAL BUILDING PAD Sports Court Pad Guest House Pad COVERAGE (30% maximum -guideline) 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 ZC No. 678 CC 2/23/04 EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE Residence Garage Guest house Stable Service yard Court Porches I TOTAL 13.7% 24.1% 2904 sq.ft. 448 sq.ft 310 sq.ft 918 sq.ft. 96 sq.ft. 2261sq.ft. 187 sq.ft. 7124 sq.ft. 27.6% 60.7% 32.1% Combined coverage — 33.1 % N/A 28.5% Existing - 918 sq.ft. Along northern easement Existing driveway approach from Portuguese Bend Road I N/A I N/A PROPOSED ADDITION TO SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE Residence Garage Guest house Stable Service yard Court Porches TOTAL 16.9% of 51,833 sq.ft. 4065 sq.ft. 658 sq.ft. 310 sq.ft. 918 sq.ft. 108 sq.ft. 2261 sq.ft. 458 sq.ft. 8778 sq.ft. net lot area 27.9% of 51,833 sq.ft. net lot area 37.4% of 16,936 sq.ft. pad area 60.7% of 3,724 sq.ft. pad 32.1% of 966 sq.ft. pad Combined coverage — 40.3% None 32.2% Existing — 918 sq.ft. Along northern easement Existing driveway approach from Portuguese Bend Road I Planning Commission condition. I Planning Commission condition. • ZC NO. 678 NEARBY PROPERTIES (For information only) ADDRESS 10 Portuguese Bend Road 16 Portuguese Bend Walton 3,343 Road 9 Portuguese Bend Road 11 Portuguese Bend Road 13 Portuguese Bend Road 15 Portuguese Bend Road 18 Portuguese Bend Road 14 Portuguese Bend Road OWNER RESIDENCE (SQ.FT.) Hwung 5,624 Storm 3,605 Gebhard 3,790 Borzi 3,436 2.42 Roberts 2,436 Marshall 5,040 (approved) 2.84 AVERAGE 1 3,896 Existing 2,904 Proposed 4,065 LOT SIZE ACRES (excl. roads) 1.59 1.67 NOTE: SOURCES: Assessors' records and City records. The above do not include garages or other structures on the lot. ZC No. 678 CC 2/23/04 1.69 1.39 1.12 1.72 1.67 RESOLUTION NO. 2004-03 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING A SITE PLAN REVIEW APPROVAL FOR CONSTRUCTION OF ADDITIONS AT AN EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE IN ZONING CASE NO. 678 AT 14 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD, (LOT 56-A-RH), (MACLEOD). 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. and Mrs. John Macleod with respect to real property located at 14 Portuguese Bend Road (Lot 56-A-RH), Rolling Hills, requesting a Site Plan Review to construct additions to an existing single family residence. Section 2. The Planning Commission conducted duly noticed public hearings to consider the application on December 16, 2003, January 20, 2004, and at a field trip visit on January 17, 2004. The applicants were notified of the public hearing 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 applicants' representatives were in attendance at the hearings. Section 3. The Planning Commission finds that the project qualifies as a Class 1 Exemption [State CEQA Guidelines, Section 15301(e)] and is therefore categorically exempt from environmental review under the California • Environmental Quality Act. Section 4. Section 17.46.030 requires a development plan to be submitted for site plan review and approval before any development requiring a grading permit or any building or structure may be constructed or any expansion, addition, alteration or repair to existing buildings may be made which involve changes to grading or an increase to the size of the building or structure by at least 1,000 square feet and has the effect of increasing the size of the building by more than twenty-five percent (25%) in any thirty-six (36) month period. With respect to the Site Plan Review application requesting 1,161 square foot addition to the residence, 210 square foot addition to the garage, and 271 square foot covered porches at an existing single-family residence, 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 project conforms to Zoning Code setbacks, except for the existing guest house, and a small portion of the garage, lot coverage requirements, disturbed area Resolution 2004-03 Macleod I a' requirements and all other development standards. The majority of the proposed project would square off existing notches of the residence. B. The project substantially preserves the natural and undeveloped state of the lot. The proposed additions will be constructed on an existing building pad and will utilize for most part already existing impervious surfaces. The project is of sufficient distance from nearby residences so that the additions will not impact the view or privacy of surrounding neighbors, and will permit the owners to enjoy their property without deleterious infringement on the rights of surrounding property owners. C. The proposed development, as conditioned, is harmonious in scale and mass with the site. The proposed project is consistent with the scale of the neighborhood when compared to properties in the vicinity. The site was previously disturbed and no additional disturbance will result from the proposed project. D. ' The development plan incorporates existing vegetation to the maximum extent feasible. The development plan substantially preserves the natural and undeveloped state of the lot and the new additions will not cause the lot to look overdeveloped. Significant portions of the lot will be left undeveloped so as to maintain open space. E. The proposed development is sensitive and not detrimental to the convenience and safety of circulation for pedestrians and vehicles because the proposed project will not change the existing circulation pattern and will utilize an existing driveway. F. The project is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act. Section 5. Based upon the foregoing findings of this Resolution, the Planning Commission hereby approves the Site Plan Review in. Zoning Case No. 678 to permit additions subject to the following conditions: A. The Site Plan approval shall expire within one year from the effective date of approval if work has not commenced as defined in Section 17.46.080 of the Zoning Ordinance, unless otherwise extended pursuant to the requirements of this section. B. It is declared and made a condition of the approval, that if any conditions thereof are violated, this approval shall be suspended and the privileges granted thereunder shall lapse; provided that the applicants have 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. Resolution 2004-03 Macleod • • 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 the Permit, or shown otherwise on an approved plan. This shall include, but not be limited to, the requirements of the Lighting Ordinance, Roof Covering Ordinance and others. D. The lot shall be developed and , maintained in substantial conformance with the site plan on file marked Exhibit A and dated December 2, 2003, except as otherwise provided in these conditions. E. The property on which the project is located contains a stable and corral area of sufficient size that meets all standards for vehicular access thereto in conformance with site plan review limitations. F. All utility lines serving the residence and garage shall be placed underground. G. Structural lot coverage shall not exceed 8,778 square feet or 16.9% in conformance with lot coverage limitations of the Zoning Ordinance. H. Total lot coverage of structures and paved areas shall not exceed 14,452 square feet or 27.9% in conformance with lot coverage limitations of the Zoning Ordinance. I. The disturbed area of the lot shall not exceed 16,690 square feet or 32.2% in conformance with 40% maximum lot disturbance limitations. J. Residential building pad coverage on the 16,936 square foot building pad shall not exceed 6,307 square feet or 37.4%. The coverage on the sports court building pad shall remain at 60.7%, and the coverage on the guest house pad shall remain at 32.1%. K. There shall be no grading for the project. L. Landscaping shall be designed using mature trees and shrubs so as not to obstruct views of neighboring properties but to obscure the residence. M. Landscaping shall include water efficient irrigation, to the maximum extent feasible, that incorporates a low gallonage irrigation system, utilizes automatic controllers, incorporates an irrigation design using "hydrozones," considers slope factors and climate conditions in design, and utilizes means to reduce water waste resulting from runoff and overspray in accordance with Section 17.27.020 (Water efficient landscaping requirements) of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code. N. During construction, dust control measures shall be used to stabilize the soil from wind erosion and reduce dust and objectionable odors generated by construction activities in accordance with South Coast Air Quality Management District, Los Angeles County and local ordinances and engineering practices. Resolution 2004-03 Macleod • • O. During construction, conformance with local ordinances and engineering practices so that people or property are not exposed to landslides, mudflows, erosion, or land subsidence shall be required. P. 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, objectionable odors, landslides, mudflows, erosion, or land subsidence shall be required. Q. During and after construction, all soil preparation, drainage, and landscape sprinklers shall protect the building pad from erosion and direct surface water to the rear of the lot at the west. R. During construction, the Erosion Control Plan containing the elements set forth in Section 7010 of the 2001 County of Los Angeles Uniform Building Code shall be followed to minimize erosion and to protect slopes and channels to control stormwater pollution as required by the County of Los Angeles. S. 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. T. 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. U. The drainage plan system shall be approved by the Planning Department and the County Drainage Engineer and shall assure that any water from any site irrigation systems and all drainage from the site shall be conveyed in an approved manner. V. An Erosion Control Plan containing the elements set forth in Section 7010 of the 2001 County of Los Angeles Uniform Building Code shall be prepared to minimize erosion and to protect slopes and channels to control stormwater pollution as required by the County of Los Angeles. W. The property owners shall be required to conform with the Regional Water Quality Control Board and County Health Department requirements for the installation and maintenance of stormwater drainage facilities. X. 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) related to solid waste. Resolution 2004-03 Macleod 4 Y. The project shall be reviewed and approved by the Rolling Hills Community Association Architectural Review Committee prior to the issuance of any permit. Z. The working drawings submitted to the County Department of Building and Safety for plan check review shall conform to the development plan described in Condition D. AA. The applicants shall execute an Affidavit of Acceptance of all conditions of this Site Plan approval, or the approval shall not be effective. AB. All conditions of this Site Plan approval, which apply, must be • complied with prior to the issuance of a building permit from the County of Los Angeles. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 17TH DAY OF FEBRUARY 2004. ATTEST: MARILYN KI Resolution 2004-03 Macleod , DEPUTY CITY CLERK ARVEL WIITE, CHAIRMAN STATE OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) §§ CITY OF ROLLING HILLS) I certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 2004-03 entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING A SITE PLAN REVIEW APPROVAL FOR CONSTRUCTION OF ADDITIONS AT AN EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE IN ZONING CASE NO. 678 AT 14 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD, (LOT 56-A-RH), (MACLEOD). was approved and adopted at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission on February 17, 2004 by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners DeRoy, Hankins, Margeta, Sommer and Chairman Witte. NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. and in compliance with the laws of California was posted at the following: Administrative Offices. 0 DEPUTY CITY CLERK Resolution 2004-03 Macleod 4 DATE: TO: FROM: Cu• y 0/�ee�S�ee INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957 NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274 (310) 377.1521 FAX: (310) 377.7288 E-mail: cityofrh@aol.com FEBRUARY 17, 2004 HONORABLE MEMBERS OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION YOLANTA SCHWARTZ, PLANNING DIRECTOR APPLICATION NO. SITE LOCATION: ZONING AND SIZE: APPLICANT: REPRESENTATIVE: PUBLISHED: ZONING CASE NO. 678 14 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD (LOT 56-A-RH RA-S-1, 1.67 ACRES (GROSS) MR. AND MRS. JOHN MACLEOD TOM BLAIR ASSOCIATES DECEMBER 6, 2003 RESOLUTION NO. 2004-03 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING A SITE PLAN REVIEW APPROVAL FOR CONSTRUCTION OF ADDITIONS AT AN EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE IN ZONING CASE NO. 678 AT 14 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD, (LOT 56-A-RH), (MACLEOD). BACKGROUND 1. At the January 20, 2004 Planning Commission meeting, the Commission directed staff to prepare a Resolution of approval in Zoning Case No. 678. The vote was 5-0. Resolution No. 2004-03 is attached for Commission's consideration. RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 2004-03 approving this development. ®Printed on Recycled I'awar h • • RESOLUTION NO. 2004-03 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING A SITE PLAN REVIEW APPROVAL FOR CONSTRUCTION OF ADDITIONS AT AN EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE IN ZONING CASE NO. 678 AT 14 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD, (LOT 56-A-RH), (MACLEOD). 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. and Mrs. John Macleod with respect to real property located at 14 Portuguese Bend Road (Lot 56-A-RH), Rolling Hills, requesting a Site Plan Review to construct additions to an existing single family residence. Section 2. The Planning Commission conducted duly noticed public hearings to consider the application on December 16, 2003, January 20, 2004, and at a field trip visit on January 17, 2004. The applicants were notified of the public hearing 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 applicants' representatives were in attendance at the hearings. Section 3. The Planning Commission finds that the project qualifies as a Class 1 Exemption [State CEQA Guidelines, Section 15301(e)] and is therefore categorically exempt from environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act. Section 4. Section 17.46.030 requires a development plan to be submitted for site plan review and approval before any development requiring a grading permit or any building or structure may be constructed or any expansion, addition, alteration or repair to existing buildings may be made which involve changes to grading or an increase to the size of the building or structure by at least 1,000 square feet and has the effect of increasing the size of the building by more than twenty-five percent (25%) in any thirty-six (36) month period. With respect to the Site Plan Review application requesting 1,161 square foot addition to the residence, 210 square foot addition to the garage, and 271 square foot covered porches at an existing single-family residence, 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 project conforms to Zoning Code setbacks, except for the existing guest house, and a small portion of the garage, lot coverage requirements, disturbed area Resolution 2004-03 Macleod 4 • • requirements and all other development standards. The majority of the proposed project would square off existing notches of the residence. B. The project substantially preserves the natural and undeveloped state of the lot. The proposed additions will be constructed on an existing building pad and will utilize for most part already existing impervious surfaces. The project is of sufficient distance from nearby residences so that the additions will not impact the view or privacy of surrounding neighbors, and will permit the owners to enjoy their property without deleterious infringement on the rights of surrounding property owners. C. The proposed development, as conditioned, is harmonious in scale and mass with the site. The proposed project is consistent with the scale of the neighborhood when compared to properties in the. vicinity. The site was previously disturbed and no additional disturbance will result from the proposed project. D. The development plan incorporates existing vegetation to the maximum extent feasible. The development plan substantially preserves the natural and undeveloped state of the lot and the new additions will not cause the lot to look overdeveloped. Significant portions of the lot will be left undeveloped so as to maintain open space. E. The proposed development is sensitive and not detrimental to the convenience and safety of circulation for pedestrians and vehicles because the proposed project will not change the existing circulation pattern and will utilize an existing driveway. F. The project is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act. Section 5. Based upon the foregoing findings of this Resolution, the Planning Commission hereby approves the Site Plan Review in Zoning Case No. 678 to permit additions subject to the following conditions: A. The Site Plan approval shall expire within one year from the effective date of approval if work has not commenced as defined in Section 17.46.080 of the Zoning Ordinance, unless otherwise extended pursuant to the requirements of this section. B. It is declared and made a condition of the approval, that if any conditions thereof are violated, this approval shall be suspended and the privileges granted thereunder shall lapse; provided that the applicants have 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. Resolution 2004-03 Macleod 2 • • 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 the Permit, or shown otherwise on an approved plan. This shall include, but not be limited to, the requirements of the Lighting Ordinance, Roof Covering Ordinance and others. D. The lot shall be developed and maintained in substantial conformance with the site plan on file marked Exhibit A and dated December 2, 2003, except as otherwise provided in these conditions. E. The property on which the project is located contains a stable and corral area of sufficient size that meets all standards for vehicular access thereto in conformance with site plan review limitations. F. All utility lines serving the residence and garage shall be placed underground. G. Structural lot coverage shall not exceed 8,778 square feet or 16.9% in conformance with lot coverage limitations of the Zoning Ordinance. H. Total lot coverage of structures and paved areas shall not exceed 14,452 square feet or 27.9% in conformance with lot coverage limitations of the Zoning Ordinance. I. The disturbed area of the lot shall not exceed 16,690 square feet or 32.2% in conformance with 40% maximum lot disturbance limitations. J. Residential building pad coverage on the 16,936 square foot building pad shall not exceed 6,307 square feet or 37.4%. The coverage on the sports court building pad shall remain at 60.7%, and the coverage on the guest house pad shall remain at 32.1%. K. There shall be no grading for the project. L. Landscaping shall be designed using mature trees and shrubs so as not to obstruct views of neighboring properties but to obscure the residence. M. Landscaping shall include water efficient irrigation, to the maximum extent feasible, that incorporates a low gallonage irrigation system,. utilizes automatic controllers, incorporates an irrigation design using "hydrozones," considers slope factors and climate conditions in design, and utilizes means to reduce water waste resulting from runoff and overspray in accordance with Section 17.27.020 (Water efficient landscaping requirements) of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code. N. During construction, dust control measures shall be used to stabilize the soil from wind erosion and reduce dust and objectionable odors generated by construction activities in accordance with South Coast Air Quality Management District, Los Angeles County and local ordinances and engineering practices. Resolution 2004-03 Macleod 3 • • O. During construction, conformance with local ordinances and engineering practices so that people or property are not exposed to landslides, mudflows, erosion, or land subsidence shall be required. P. 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, objectionable odors, landslides, mudflows, erosion, or land subsidence shall be required. Q. During and after construction, all soil preparation, drainage, and landscape sprinklers shall protect the building pad from erosion and direct surface water to the rear of the lot at the west. R. During construction, the Erosion Control Plan containing the elements set forth in Section 7010 of the 2001 County of Los Angeles Uniform Building Code shall be followed to minimize erosion and to protect slopes and channels to control stormwater pollution as required by the County of Los Angeles. S. 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. T. 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. U. The drainage plan system shall be approved by the Planning Department and the County Drainage Engineer and shall assure that any water from any site irrigation systems and all drainage from the site shall be conveyed in an approved manner. V. An Erosion Control Plan containing the elements set forth in Section 7010 of the 2001 County of Los Angeles Uniform Building Code shall be prepared to minimize erosion and to protect slopes and channels to control stormwater pollution as required by the County of Los Angeles. W. The property owners shall be required to conform with the Regional Water Quality Control Board and County Health Department requirements 'for the installation and maintenance of stormwater drainage facilities. X. 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) related to solid waste. Resolution 2004-03 Macleod 4 1 Y. The project shall be reviewed and approved by the Rolling Hills Community Association Architectural Review Committee prior to the issuance of any permit. Z. The working drawings submitted to the County Department of Building and Safety for plan check review shall conform to the development plan described in Condition D. AA. The applicants shall execute an Affidavit of Acceptance of all conditions of this Site Plan approval, or the approval shall not be effective. AB. All conditions of this Site Plan approval, which apply, must be complied with prior to the issuance of a building permit from the County of Los Angeles. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 17TH DAY OF FEBRUARY 2004. ATTEST: MARILYN KERN, DEPUTY CITY CLERK Resolution 2004-03 Macleod 5 ARVEL WIITE, CHAIRMAN • • STATE OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) §§ CITY OF ROLLING HILLS) I certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 2004-03 entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING A SITE PLAN REVIEW APPROVAL FOR CONSTRUCTION OF ADDITIONS AT AN EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE IN ZONING CASE NO. 678 AT 14 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD, (LOT 56-A-RH), (MACLEOD). was approved and adopted at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission on February 17, 2004 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. DEPUTY CITY CLERK Resolution 2004-03 Macleod 6 DATE: TO: FROM: • O� /?o/Iini .....11iffd INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957 NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274 (310) 377-1521 FAX: (310) 377-7288 E-mail: cityofrh@aol.com JANUARY 20, 2004 HONORABLE MEMBERS OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION YOLANTA SCHWARTZ, PLANNING DIRECTOR APPLICATION NO. SITE LOCATION: ZONING AND SIZE: APPLICANT: REPRESENTATIVE: PUBLISHED: REOUEST ZONING CASE NO. 678 14 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD (LOT 56-A-RH) RA-S-1, 1.67 ACRES (GROSS) MR. AND MRS. JOHN MACLEOD TOM BLAIR ASSOCIATES DECEMBER 6, 2003 r-) Request for a Site Plan Review to construct substantial additions at an existing single family residence. BACKGROUND 1. The Planning Commission visited the subject property on January 17, 2004. 2. The applicants request a Site Plan Review for the construction of 1,161 square feet additions to a 2,904 square foot existing house, for a total of 4,065 square feet residence, to add 210 square feet to the existing garage, to add 12 square feet to the service yard and to add 271 square feet of covered porches. A portion of the existing garage encroaches into the front yard setback. 3. The property is developed with a 2,904 square foot residence, 448 square foot garage, 918 square foot stable, 2,261 square foot sports court, 310 square foot guest house, covered porches and service yard. 4. Two driveway approaches exist on the site. This is a pre-existing condition, and therefore a CUP for a second driveway is not required. The applicant is proposing to utilize the existing driveway approaches to the property. Section 17.16.150 B of the Zoning Code allows driveways to be located in any yard, however they may not cover more than 20% of the area of the yard in which they are located. The existing driveway covers approximately 30.3 % of the front yard. This is also a pre-existing condition and, therefore, permitted as legal non -conforming. ZC NO. 678 Plng.Comm. 1/20/04 1 ®Printwl c7rr F1ccyclr;d 1'%irrr.r • • 5. The original house and garage were built in 1936. An addition was constructed in 1973. In 1996 a pool was demolished and filled in. In 1997 the Planning Commission approved a Conditional Use Permit and a Variance for a sports court, and denied a Variance for a sports court practice wall. RHCA records show that the existing guest, house was built prior to City incorporation in 1957, and appears to be legal non -conforming. The guest house is 13 feet from the property line and encroaches 7 feet into the northeastern 20-foot required side yard setback. The stable was constructed in 1963 at the northern portion of the lot. Prior to 1969, glazed windows for stables were not addressed in the Zoning Ordinance, and many stables included them in the loft area as well as on the lower story. 6. No grading is proposed for this project. 7. The property is zoned RAS-1, and the gross lot area is 1.67 acres. The net lot area is 51,833 square feet. There are three building pads in the property. The residential building pad is 16,838 square feet, the sports court pad is 3,724 square feet and the guest house pad is 966 square feet. 8. Building pad coverage on the 16,838 square foot residential building pad is proposed at 6,307 square feet or 37.4%, which includes the residence, garage, porches, service yard and stable. The existing building pad coverage is 27.6%. The existing sports court pad coverage is 60.7% and the existing guest house pad coverage is 32.1%. Combined coverage is proposed at 40.3%. 9. The structural net lot coverage proposed is 8,778 square feet or 16.9%, which includes the residence, garage, porches, service yard, stable, guest house and sports court, (20% permitted); and the total lot coverage proposed including the structures and paved areas is 14,452 square feet or 27.9%, (35% permitted). 10. Disturbed area of the lot will be 32.2%, (40% permitted), of the net lot area. Disturbance includes any remedial grading (temporary disturbance), any graded slopes and building pad areas, and any nongraded area where impervious surfaces will remain or are proposed to be added. Currently the disturbed area is 28.5%. 11. It will be required that the utility lines be placed underground. 12. Rolling Hills Community Association will review this project at a later date. 13. The project has been determined to be categorically exempt pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that the Planning Commission review the staff report, take public testimony and provide direction to staff. ZC NO.678 Plng.Comm. 1/20/04 2 Zoning Case No. 678 SITE PLAN REVIEW RA-S- 1 ZONE SETBACKS Front: 50 ft. from front easement line Side: 20 ft. from property line Rear: 50 ft. from property line STRUCTURES (Site Plan Review required if size of structure increases by at least 1,000 sq.ft. and has the effect of increasing the size of the structure by more than 25% in a 36-month period). STRUCTURAL LOT COVERAGE (20% maximum) TOTAL LOT COVERAGE (35% maximum) RESIDENTIAL BUILDING PAD Sports Court Pad Guest House Pad COVERAGE (30% maximum -guideline) 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 SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE Residence Garage Guest house Stable Service yard Court Porches TOTAL 13.7% 24.1% 2904 sq.ft. 448 sq.ft 310 sq.ft 918 sq.ft. 96 sq.ft. 2261 sq.ft. 187 sq.ft. 7124 sq.ft. 27.6% 60.7% 32.1% Combined coverage — 33.1% N/A 28.5% Existing - 918 sq.ft. Along northern easement Existing driveway approach from Portuguese Bend Road (2 aprons) N/A N/A ZC NO. 678 Plng.Comm. 1/20/04 3 PROPOSED ADDITION TO SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE Residence Garage Guest house Stable Service yard Court Porches TOTAL 4065 sq.ft. 658 sq.ft. 310 sq.ft. 918 sq.ft. 108 sq.ft. 2261 sq.ft. 458 sq.ft. 8778 sq.ft. 16.9% of 51,833 sq.ft. net lot area 27.9% of 51,833 sq.ft. net lot area 37.4% of 16,936 sq.ft. pad area 60.7% of 3,724 sq.ft. pad 32.1% of 966 sq.ft. pad Combined coverage — 40.3% None 32.2% Existing — 918 sq.ft. Along northern easement Existing driveway approach from Portuguese Bend Road (2 aprons) Planning Commission will review. Planning Commission will review. ZC NO. 678 NEARBY PROPERTIES (For information only) ADDRESS OWNER 10 Portuguese Bend Hwung Road 16 Portuguese Bend Walton Road 9 Portuguese Bend Storm Road 11 Portuguese Bend Gebhard Road 13 Portuguese Bend Borzi Road 15 Portuguese Bend Roberts Road 18 Portuguese Bend Marshall Road 14 Portuguese Bend Road RESIDENCE LOT SIZE (SQ.FT.) ACRES (excl. roads) 5,624 1.59 3,343 1.67 3,605 1.69 3,790 1.39 3,436 2.42 2,436 1.12 5,040 (approved) 2.84 AVERAGE 3,896 Existing 2,904 Proposed 4,065 NOTE: SOURCES: Assessors' records and City records. The above do not include garages. ZC NO. 678 Plng.Comm. 1/20/04 4 1.72 1.67 DATE: TO: FROM: ot ie0ii4 l/441) INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957 JANUARY 17, 2004 NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274 (310) 377.1521 FAX: (310) 377-7288 E-mail: cityofrh@aol.com HONORABLE MEMBERS OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION YOLANTA SCHWARTZ, PLANNING DIRECTOR APPLICATION NO. SITE LOCATION: ZONING AND SIZE: APPLICANT: REPRESENTATIVE: PUBLISHED: REQUEST ZONING CASE NO. 678 14 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD (LOT 56-A-RH) RA-S-1, 1.67 ACRES (GROSS) MR. AND MRS. JOHN MACLEOD BLAIR ASSOCIATES DECEMBER 6, 2003 Request for a Site Plan Review to construct substantial additions at an existing single family residence. BACKGROUND 1. The Planning Commission at the December 16, 2003 meeting scheduled a site visit to subject property on January 17, 2004. 2. The applicants request a Site Plan Review for the construction of 1,161 square feet of additions to a 2,904 square foot existing house, for a total of 4,065 square feet residence, to add 210 square feet to the existing garage, to add 12 square feet to the service yard and to construct 271 square feet covered porch. A portion of the existing garage encroaches into the front yard setback. 3. The property is developed with a 2,904 square foot residence, 448 square foot garage, 918 square foot stable, 2,261 square foot sports court, 310 square foot guest house, covered porches and service yard. 4. Two driveway approaches exist on the site. This is a pre-existing condition, and therefore a CUP for a second driveway is not required. The applicant is proposing to utilize the existing driveway approaches to the property. Section 17.16.150 B of the Zoning Code allows driveways to be located in any yard, however they may not cover more than 20% of the area of the yard in which they are located. The existing driveway covers approximately 30.3 % of the front yard. This is also a pre-existing condition and, therefore, permitted as legal non -conforming. ZC NO.678 Plng.Comm. 1/17/04FT @Pnnlcrl on Ii,acvrl.:d • • 5. The original house and garage were built in 1936. An addition was constructed in 1973. In 1996 a pool was demolished and filled in. In 1997 the Planning Commission approved a Conditional Use Permit and a Variance for a sports court, and denied a Variance for a sports court practice wall. RHCA records show that the existing guest house was built prior to City incorporation in 1957, and appears to be legal non -conforming. The guest house is 13 feet from the property line and encroaches 7 feet into the northeastern 20-foot required side yard setback. The stable was constructed in 1963 at the northern portion of the lot. Prior to 1969, glazed windows for stables were not addressed in the Zoning Ordinance, and many stables included them in the loft area as well as on the lower story. 6. No grading is proposed for this project. 7. The property is zoned RAS-1, and the gross lot area is 1.67 acres. The net lot area is 51,833 square feet. There are three building pads in the property. The residential building pad is 16,838 square feet, the sports court pad is 3,724 square feet and the guest house pad is 966 square feet. 8. Building pad coverage on the 16,838 square foot residential building pad is proposed at 6,307 square feet or 37.4%, which includes the residence, garage, porches, service yard and stable. The existing building pad coverage is 27.6%. The existing sports court pad coverage is 60.7% and the existing guest house pad coverage is 32.1%. Combined coverage is proposed at 40.3%. 9. The structural net lot coverage proposed is 8,778 square feet or 16.9%, which includes the residence, garage, porches, service yard, stable, guest house and sports court, (20% permitted); and the total lot coverage proposed including the structures and paved areas is 14,452 square feet or 27.9%, (35% permitted). 10. Disturbed area of the lot will be 32.2%, (40% permitted), of the net lot area. Disturbance includes any remedial grading (temporary disturbance), any graded slopes and building pad areas, and any nongraded area where impervious surfaces will remain or are proposed to be added. Currently the disturbed area is 28.5%. 11. It will be required that the utility lines be placed underground. 12. Rolling Hills Community Association will review this project at a later date. 13. The project has been determined to be categorically exempt pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that the Planning Commission view the project and take public testimony. ZC NO. 678 P1ng.Comm. 1/17/04FT 2 Zoning Case No. 678 SITE PLAN REVIEW RA-S- 1 ZONE SETBACKS Front: 50 ft. from front easement line Side: 20 ft. from property line Rear: 50 ft. from property line STRUCTURES (Site Plan Review required if size of structure increases by at least 1,000 sq.ft. and has the effect of increasing the size of the structure by more than 25% in a 36-month period). STRUCTURAL LOT COVERAGE (20% maximum) TOTAL LOT COVERAGE (35% maximum) RESIDENTIAL BUILDING PAD Sports Court Pad Guest House Pad COVERAGE (30% maximum -guideline) 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 II EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE Residence Garage Guest house Stable Service yard Court Porches TOTAL 13.7% 24.1% 2904 sq.ft. 448 sq.ft 310 sq.ft 918 sq.ft. 96 sq.ft. 2261sq.ft. 187 sq.ft. PROPOSED ADDITION TO SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE Residence Garage Guest house Stable Service yard Court Porches 7124 sq.ft. I TOTAL 27.6% 60.7% 32.1 % Combined coverage — 33.1 % N/A 28.5% Existing - 918 sq.ft. stable > 550 sq.ft. corral Along northern easement Existing driveway approach from Portuguese Bend Road (2 aprons) I N/A I N/A ZC NO. 678 Plng.Comm. 1/17/04FT 3 4065 sq.ft. 658 sq.ft. 310 sq.ft. 918 sq.ft. 108 sq.ft. 2261 sq.ft. 458 sq.ft. 8778 sq.ft. 16.9% of 51,833 sq.ft. net lot area 27.9% of 51,833 sq.ft. net lot area 37.4% of 16,936 sq.ft. pad area 60.7% of 3,724 sq.ft. pad 32.1% of 966 sq.ft. pad Combined coverage — 40.3% None 32.2% Existing — 918 sq.ft. > 550 sq.ft. corral Along northern easement Existing driveway approach from Portuguese Bend Road (2 aprons) I Planning Commission will review. I Planning Commission will review. C ZC NO. 678.NEARBY PROPERTIES (For information only) ADDRESS OWNER 10 Portuguese Bend Road 16 Portuguese Bend Road 9 Portuguese Bend Road 11 Portuguese Bend Road 13 Portuguese Bend Road 15 Portuguese Bend Road 18 Portuguese Bend Road 14 Portuguese Bend Road RESIDENCE (SQ.FT.) LOT SIZE ACRES (excl. roads) Hwung 5,624 1.59 Walton 3,343 1.67 Storm 3,605 1.69 Gebhard 3,790 1.39 Borzi 3,436 2.42 Roberts 2,436 1.12 Marshall 5,040 (approved) 2.84 AVERAGE 3,896 1.72 Existing 2,904 1.67 Proposed 4,065 NOTE: SOURCES: Assessors' records and City records. The above do not include garages. ZC NO. 678 Plng.Comm. 1/17/04FT DATE: TO: FROM: City opeo efinS DECEMBER 16, 2003 • INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957 NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274 (310) 377-1521 FAX: (310) 377-7288 E-mail: cityotrh@aol.com HONORABLE MEMBERS OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION YOLANTA SCHWARTZ, PLANNING DIRECTOR APPLICATION NO. SITE LOCATION: ZONING AND SIZE: APPLICANT: REPRESENTATIVE: PUBLISHED: REOUEST ZONING CASE NO. 678 14 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD (LOT 56-A-RH) RA-S-1, 1.67 ACRES (GROSS) MR. AND MRS. JOHN MACLEOD BLAIR ASSOCIATES DECEMBER 6, 2003 Request for a Site Plan Review to construct substantial additions at an existing single family residence. BACKGROUND 1. The applicants request a Site Plan Review for the construction of 1,161 square feet of additions to a 2,904 square foot existing house, for a total of 4,065 square feet residence, to add 210 square feet to the existing garage, to add 12 square feet to the service yard and to construct 271 square feet covered porch. A portion of the existing garage encroaches into the front yard setback. 2. The property is developed with a 2,904 square foot residence, 448 square foot garage, 918 square foot stable, 2,261 square foot sports court, 310 square foot guest house, covered porches and service yard. 3. Two driveway approaches exist on the site. This is a pre-existing condition, and therefore a CUP for a second driveway is not required. The applicant is proposing to utilize the existing driveway approaches to the property. Section 17.16.150 B of the Zoning Code allows driveways to be located in any yard, however they may not cover more than 20% of the area of the yard in which they are located. The existing driveway covers approximately 30.3 % of the front yard. This is also a pre-existing condition and, therefore, permitted as legal non -conforming. 4. The original house and garage were built in 1936. An addition was constructed in 1973. In 1996 a pool was demolished and filled in. In 1997 the Planning Commission approved a Conditional Use Permit and a Variance for a sports court, and denied a Variance for a sports court practice wall. ZC NO. 678 Plng.Comm. 12/16/03 1 ®Prnriril on H,..c vr:I d (''-rpf.;i • • RHCA records show that the existing guest house was built prior to City incorporation in 1957, and appears to be legal non -conforming. The guest house is 13 feet from the property line and encroaches 7 feet into the northeastern 20-foot required side yard setback. The stable was constructed in 1963 at the northern portion of the lot. Prior to 1969, glazed windows for stables were not addressed in the Zoning Ordinance, and many stables included them in the loft area as well as on the lower story. 5. No grading is proposed for this project. 6. The property is zoned RAS-1, and the gross lot area is 1.67 acres. The net lot area is 51,833 square feet. There are three building pads in the property. The residential building pad is 16,838 square feet, the sports court pad is 3,724 square feet and the guest house pad is 966 square feet. 7. Building pad coverage on the 16,838 square foot residential building pad is proposed at 6,307 square feet or 37.4%, which includes the residence, garage, porches, service yard and stable. The existing building pad coverage is 27.6%. The existing sports court pad coverage is 60.7% and the existing guest house pad coverage is 32.1%. Combined coverage is proposed at 40.3%. 8. The structural net lot coverage proposed is 8,778 square feet or 16.9%, which includes the residence, garage, porches, service yard, stable, guest house and sports court, (20% permitted); and the total .lot coverage proposed including the structures and paved areas is 14,452 square feet or 27.9%, (35% permitted). 9. Disturbed area of the lot will be 32.2%, (40% permitted), of the net lot area. Disturbance includes any remedial grading (temporary disturbance), any graded slopes and building pad areas, and any nongraded area where impervious surfaces will remain or are proposed to be added. Currently the disturbed area is 28.5%. 10. It will be required that the utility lines be placed underground. 11. Rolling Hills Community Association will review this project at a later date. 12. The project has been determined to be categorically exempt pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that the Planning Commission review the site plan and take public testimony. ZC NO. 678 PIng.Comm. 12/16/03 2 Zoning Case No. 678 SITE PLAN REVIEW RA-S- 1 ZONE SETBACKS Front: 50 ft. from front easement line Side: 20 ft. from property line Rear: 50 ft. from property line STRUCTURES (Site Plan Review required if size of structure increases by at least 1,000 sq.ft. and has the effect of increasing the size of the structure by more than 25% in a 36-month period). STRUCTURAL LOT COVERAGE (20% maximum) TOTAL LOT COVERAGE (35% maximum) RESIDENTIAL BUILDING PAD Sports Court Pad Guest House Pad COVERAGE (30% maximum -guideline) 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 ZC NO. 678 Plng.Comm. 12/16/03 EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE Residence Garage Guest house Stable Service yard Court Porches TOTAL 13.7% 24.1 % PROPOSED ADDITION TO SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE 2904 sq.ft. Residence 448 sq.ft Garage 310 sq.ft Guest house 918 sq.ft. Stable 96 sq.ft. Service yard 2261 sq.ft. Court 187 sq.ft. Porches 7124 sq.ft. TOTAL 27.6% 60.7% 32.1% Combined coverage — 33.1% N/A 28.5% Existing - 918 sq.ft. Along northern easement Existing driveway approach from Portuguese Bend Road (2 aprons) N/A N/A 4065 sq.ft. 658 sq.ft. 310 sq.ft. 918 sq.ft. 108 sq.ft. 2261 sq.ft. 458 sq.ft. 8778 sq.ft. 16.9% of 51,833 sq.rt. net lot area 27.9% of 51,833 sq.ft. net lot area 37.4% of 16,936 sq.ft. pad area 60.7% of 3,724 sq.ft. pad 32.1% of 966 sq.ft. pad Combined coverage — 40.3% None 32.2% Existing — 918 sq.ft. Along northern easement Existing driveway approach from Portuguese Bend Road (2 aprons) Planning Commission will review. Planning Commission will review. • • ZC NO. 678 NEARBY PROPERTIES (For information only) ADDRESS OWNER 10 Portuguese Bend Hwung Road 16 Portuguese Bend Walton Road 9 Portuguese Bend Storm Road 11 Portuguese Bend Gebhard Road 13 Portuguese Bend Borzi Road 15 Portuguese Bend Roberts Road 18 Portuguese Bend Marshall Road 14 Portuguese Bend Road RESIDENCE • (SQ.FT.) AVERAGE Existing Proposed 5,624 3,343 3,605 3,790 3,436 2,436 5,040 (approved) 3,896 2,904 4,065 NOTE: SOURCES: Assessors' records and City records. The above do not include garages. ZC NO. 678 Plng.Comm. 12/16/03 4 LOT SIZE ACRES (excl. roads) 1.59 1.67 1.69 1.39 2.42 1.12 2.84 1.72 1.67