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628, An addition to existing living, Correspondence• o/Cl11/offtn JJil% f ,.F,' . NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274 (310) 377-1521 FAX: (310) 377-7288 E-mail: cityofrh@aol.com June 19, 2002 Mr. and Mrs. Craig Ekberg 6 Middleridge Lane North Rolling Hills, CA 90274 SUBJECT: TIME EXTENSION APPROVAL IN ZONING CASE NO. 628 Dear Mr. and Mrs. Ekberg: This letter shall serve as official notification that a one year time extension was APPROVED by the Planning Commission at their regular meeting on June 19, 2002, for the subject case. We have enclosed a copy of RESOLUTION NO. 2002-10, specifying the conditions of approval set forth by the Planning Commission. Note that this approval will expire on JULY 17, 2003 and unless you commence construction before then, under Section 17.46.080(B) of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code you must re -file based upon the same criteria as for the issuance of a new permit. Feel free to call me at (310) 377-1521 if you have any questions. Sincerely, /ilzinIzA4 ' olanta Schwartz, Planning Director • RESOLUTION NO. 2002-10 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS APPROVING A MODIFICATION TO PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2001-14 AND APPROVING AN EXTENSION TO A PREVIOUSLY APPROVED SITE PLAN REVIEW FOR SUBSTANTIAL ADDITIONS AND A VARIANCE TO ENCROACH INTO THE FRONT YARD SETBACK IN ZONING CASE NO. 628,(EKBERG). THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS DOES HEREBY FIND, RESOLVE AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. A request has been filed by Mr. and Mrs. Craig Ekberg with respect to real property located at 6 Middleridge Lane North Rolling Hills, requesting an extension to a previously approved Site Plan Review for substantial addition and a Variance to encroach into the front yard setback to construct a portion of the addition. Section 2. The Commission considered this item at a meeting on June 18, 2002, at which time information was presented indicating that the extension of time is necessary in order to commence plan check processing. Section 3. Based upon information and evidence submitted, the Planning Commission does hereby amend Paragraph A, Section 10 of Resolution No. 2001-14, dated July 17, 2001, to read as follows: "A. The Variance and Site Plan Review approvals shall expire within two years from the effective date of this approval as defined in Sections 17.38.070(A) and 17.46.080(A), unless construction on the applicable portions of the structure have commenced within that time period." Section 4. Except as herein amended, the provisions of Resolution No. 2001-14 shall continue to be in full force and effect. 2002. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 18th DAY OF JUNE EVIE HANIINS, VICE -CHAIR ATTEST: rya \\ MARILYN KERN, DEPUTY CITY CLERK STATE OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES CITY OF ROLLING HILLS §§ I certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 2002-10 entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS APPROVING A MODIFICATION TO PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION 2001-14 AND APPROVING AN EXTENSION TO A PREVIOUSLY APPROVED SITE PLAN REVIEW FOR SUBSTANTIAL ADDITIONS AND A VARIANCE TO ENCROACH INTO THE FRONT YARD SETBACK IN ZONING CASE NO. 628, (EKBERG). was approved and adopted at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission on June 18, 2002 by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners Margeta, Sommer and Chairwoman Hankins. NOES: None. ABSENT: Commissioner Witte. ABSTAIN: None. and in compliance with the laws of California was posted at the following: Administrative Offices MARILYN KERN, DPUTY CITY CLERK Lj April 25, 2002 City of Rolling Hills Planning Commission REQUEST FOR EXTENSION. Dear Planning Commission: APR 2 (3 2902 are OP 44.0t .111101.-OLL8 This letter is to request an extension for our APPROVALS FOR ZONING CASE NO. 628. Enclosed you'll find the filing fee check for $200 made out to the City of Rolling Hills. We request, if we have to be present, to attend the Planning Commission meeting on June 18. Sincerely, • Craig and Hanne Ekberg 6 Middleridge Ln.N. Rolling Hills, CA 90274 City 0/Ie0fA4 JIJh April 18, 2002 Mr. and Mrs. Ekberg 6 Middleridge Lane North Rolling Hills, CA 90274 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 SUBJECT: EXPIRATION OF APPROVALS FOR ZONING CASE NO. 628. Dear Mr. and Mrs. Ekberg: This letter is to inform you that it has been almost one year since the approval of Zoning Case No. 628 by the Planning Commission. Approvals will expire on July 17, 2002, unless work commences prior to that date. According to the Los Angeles County Building and Safety Department you have not initiated plan check nor commenced construction of the approved addition. You can extend the approvals for one year only if you apply to the Planning Commission in writing to request an extension prior to the expiration date. The filing fee for the time extension is $200 to be paid to the City of Rolling Hills. The next three Planning Commission's meetings are on May 21, June 18, and July 16, 2002. Feel free to call me at (310) 377-1521 if you have any questions. Sincerely, olanta Schwartz Planning Director Cc: Criss Gunderson, Architect Printed on Recyr:le:d Paper cfy p�eesee CERTIFIED MAIL JuLy 24, 2001 Mr. & Mrs. Ekberg 6 Middleridge Lane North Raffling Hills, CA 90274 INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957 SUBJECT: APPEAL PERIOD AND AFFIDAVIT OF ACCEPTANCE FORM ZONING CASE NO. 628 6 MIDDLERIDGE LANE NORTH, ROLLING HILLS, CA RESOLUTION NO. 2001-14 NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274 (310) 377-1521 FAX: (310) 377-7288 E-mail: cityofrh@aol.com Dear Mr. & Mrs. Ekberg: This letter shall serve to notify you that the Planning Commission adopted a resolution on July 17, 2001, granting Site Plan Review and Variance for the construction of additions, with encroachment into the front yard setback at an existing single family residence, in Zoning Case No. 628. That action, accompanied by the record of the proceedings before the Commission was reported to the City Council on July 23, 2001. The Planning Commission's decision in this matter shall become effective thirty days after the adoption of the resolution by the Commission, unless an appeal has been filed or the City Council takes jurisdiction of the case within that thirty (30) day appeal period. (Section 17.54.010(B) of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code). Should there be an appeal, the Commission's decision will be stayed until the Council completes its proceedings in accordance with the provisions of the Municipal Code. If no appeals are filed within the thirty (30) day period after adoption of the Planning Commission's resolution, the Planning Commission's action will become final and you will be required to cause to be recorded an Affidavit of Acceptance Form together with the subject resolution in the Office of the County Recorder before the Commission's action takes effect. We have enclosed a copy of RESOLUTION NO. 2001-14. specifying the conditions of approval set forth by the Planning Commission and the approved Exhibit A Development Plan to keep for your files. Once you have reviewed the Resolution, please complete the enclosed AFFIDAVIT OF ACCEPTANCE FORM, have the signature(s) notarized, and forward the completed form and a copy of the Resolution to: Los Angeles County Registrar -Recorder Real Estate Records Section 12400 East Imperial Highway Norwalk, CA 90650 Include a check in the amount of $9.00 for the first page and $3.00 for each additional page. The City will notify the Los Angeles County Building & Safety Division to issue permits only when the Affidavit of Acceptance is received by us and any conditions of the Resolution required prior to issuance of building permits are met. Please feel free to call me at (310) 377-1521 if you have any questions. Sinc rely, Y. nta Schwartz, Principal 11anner Enclosures: AFFIDAVIT OF ACCEPTANCE FORM RESOLUTION NO. 2001-14 APPEAL SECTION OF THE ROLLING HILLS MUNICIPAL CODE EXHIBIT "A" DEVELOPMENT PLAN cc: Chris Gunderson, Architect, (Resolution only) R�J Printed on Recycled Paper i RECORDING REQUESTED BY AND MAIL TO CITY OF ROLLING HILLS 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD ROLLING HILLS, CA 90274 (310) 377-1521 (310) 377-7288 FAX The Registrar -Recorder's Office requires that the form be notarized before recordation. T Recorders Use Only AFFIDAVIT O F ACCEPTANCE FORM STATE OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES CITY OF ROLLING HILLS ) §§ ZONING CASE NO. 628 SITE PLAN REVIEW X X VARIANCE X X CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT I (We) the undersigned state: I am (We are) the owner(s) of the real property described as follows: 6 MIDDLERIDGE LANE, (LOTS 12,13,14,& part 15MR), ROLLING HILLS, CA. This property is the subject of the above numbered case. I am (We are) aware of, and accept, all the stated conditions in said ZONING CASE NO. 628 SITE PLAN REVIEW XX VARIANCE X X CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT I (We) certify (or declare) under the penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct. Signature Signature Name typed or printed Name typed or printed Address Address City/State City/State Signatures must be acknowledged by a notary 'public. State of California ) County of Los Angeles ) On before me, personally appeared personally known to me (or proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence) to be the person(s) whose name(s) is/are subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he/she/they executed the same in his/her/their authorized capacity(ies) and that by his/her/their signature(s) on the instrument the person(s), or the entity upon behalf of which the person(s) acted, executed the instrument. Witness by hand and official seal. 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If retum receipt is requested, check the applicable blocks in item 1 of Form 3811. 6. Save this receipt and present it if you make an inquiry. 102595-97-B-0145 PS Form 3800, April 1995 (Reverse) -6)nJ r,l..rt OF POLI H1-1,,LS mv ) •City opeollinl JUL June 21., 2001 Mr. & Mrs. Craig Ekberg 6 Middleridge Lane North Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274 • 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 SUBJECT: ZONING CASE NO. 628, Request for a Variance to permit construction of an addition that will encroach into the front yard setback, request for Site Plan Review approval to construct substantial residential additions at an existing single family residence at 6 Middleridge Lane, (Lots12,13,14 & Part 15-MR) Rolling Hills, CA. Dear: Mr. and Mrs. Ekberg: This letter shall serve to notify you that the Planning Commission voted at their regular meeting on June 19, 2001 to direct staff to prepare a resolution to approve your request for Site Plan Review and Variance to construct substantial residential additions at an existing single family residence and to retain the pool, at 6 Middleridge Lane,.(Lots12,13,14 & Part 15-MR), Rolling Hills, CA in Zoning Case No. 628 and shall be confirmed in the draft resolution that is being prepared. The Planning Commission will review and consider the draft resolution, together with conditions of approval, at an upcoming meeting and make its final decision on your application at that meeting. The findings and conditions of approval of the draft resolution will be forwarded to you before being signed by the Planning Commission Chairman and City Clerk. The decision shall become effective thirty days after the adoption of the Planning Commission's resolution unless an appeal has been filed or the City Council takes jurisdiction of the case within that thirty (30) day appeal period. (Section 17.54.010(B) of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code). Should there be an appeal, the Commission's decision will be stayed until the Council completes its proceedings in accordance with the provisions of the Municipal Code. The Planning Commission's action taken by resolution approving the development application is tentatively scheduled for Tuesday, July 17, 2001. That action, accompanied by the record of the proceedings before the Commission, is tentatively scheduled to be placed as a report item on the City Council's agenda at the Council's regular meeting on Monday, July 23 , 2001. Please submit REVISED, certified and signed site plan and calculations which include the pool, no later than July 2, 2001. Feel free to call me at (310) 377-1521 if you have any questions regarding this matter. S. c ely, Tanta Schwartz rincipal Planner Cc: Mr. Criss Gunderson Co Pririted on Recycled Paper. CRISS C GUNDERSON 'ARCHITECT 2024 Via Pacheco, Palos Verdes Estates, California 90274 TEL (310) 373-8077 FAX (310) 373-8277 Thursday; June 07, 2001 Ms. Yolanta Schwartz, Principal Planner City of Rolling Hills No..2 Portuguese Bend Road Rolling Hills, California 90274 Regarding: Zoning Case No. 628 No. 6 Middleridge North Ekberg Additions Dear Ms.Schwartz, .. • As. discussed during the Planning Commission meeting on May 15th, the ,Ekbergs would like to. . • withdrawn; their application for, a Conditional Use Permit for the conversion of the existing,barn • into a 'garage. Furthermore, the .Ekbergs' propose to restore 'the existing barn', and' loft 'to', the' original condition as indicated in the permitted plans on file atthe' Community Association. These modifications are shown on the'current site plan dated June 1, 2001. If possible, we would like:to reserve the right to reinitiate the same application at a later date, if the ' enlarged garage at the main residence were for some reason denied by the • .Planning Commission or City Council. Thnk'you, Criss GundersonArchitect• , cc: Mr, and Mrs. Craig Ekberg • • LETTER OF CONSENT TO EXTENSION OF TIME Government Code Section 65957 Date: May 20, 2001 Application: Zonina Case No. 628 Department of Planning City of Rolling Hills 2 Portuguese Bend Road Rolling Hills, California 90274 Attn: Yolanta Schwartz Dear Ms. Schwartz: Pursuant to California Government Code Section 65957, Mr. and Mrs. Ekberg hereby requests and consents to a ninety (90) day extension to the time periods specified in Government Code Sections 65950, 65950.1 and 65952 for the City of Rolling Hills to take action on the above referenced application. The applicant also requests and consents to a continuance of this application from the April 17, 2001 Planning Commission meeting to the May 15, 2001, and from May 15, 2001' Planning Commission meeting to the June 19t , 2001 Planning Commission meeting to allow the applicant to revise the application and plans. —OW.? ���JL Signature of Applicant Signature of Applicant or Applicant's Representative or Applicant's Representative kane kbar Printed Name of Applicant Printed Name of Applicant or Applicant's Representative or Applicant's Representative Received by: City °Mo fP q Jd.•Pf, May 17, 2001 Mr. and Mrs. Ekberg 6 Middleridge Lane North Rolling Hills, CA 90274 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 SUBJECT: ZONING CASE NO. 628, Request for a Site Plan Review and a Variance to permit construction of additions that will encroach into the front yard setback, and request for a Conditional Use Permit to convert an existing stable into a detached garage at an existing single family residence at 6 Middleridge Lane North, Rolling Hills, CA. Dear Mr. and Mrs. Ekberg: At the May 15, 2001 meeting of the Planning Commission the Commission was leaning towards denying the Conditional Use Permit application to convert a stable to a detached garage, and approval of the Variance and Site Plan applications. The Commission indicated that they would condition the project, if approved, except for the CUP, to convert the existing structure that was built as a stable back to a stable use. You and your representative requested more time to revise your plans with respect to the above referenced zoning case. Therefore, the Planning Commission continued the public hearing to their June 19, 2001 meeting. However, the delay requires the city to obtain your written consent to a ninety (90) day extension to the statutory time period to review and take action on your project. Accordingly, please execute the enclosed letter of consent to extend the review period by 90-days and return the executed letter to the City. If you have any questions, or we can be of any further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact City staff for assistance. erely, 11/(A/—N--"Cr.— Tanta Schwartz, rincipal Planner Mr. Criss Gunderson, Architect Enclosure Printed on Recycled Paper. • Cry iofLi Jh/I, April 18, 2001 Mr. and Mrs. Ekberg 6 Middleridge Lane North Rolling Hills, CA 90274 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 SUBJECT: ZONING CASE NO. 628, Request for a Site Plan Review and a Variance to permit construction of additions that will encroach into the front yard setback, at an existing single family residence at 6 Middleridge Lane North, Rolling Hills, CA. Dear Mr. and Mrs. Ekberg: At the April 17, 2001 meeting of the Planning Commission, you requested more time to revise your plans with respect to the above referenced zoning case. The City will be happy to accommodate your request. However, the delay requires the city to obtain your written consent to a ninety (90) day extension to the statutory time period to review and take action on your project. Accordingly, please execute the enclosed letter of consent to extend the review period by 90-days and return the executed letter to the City. If you have any questions, or we can be of any further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact City staff for assistance. Very, truly yours, S ¥planta Schwartz, Principal Planner cc: Mr. Craig Nealis, City Manager Mr. Criss Gunderson, Architect Enclosure Printed on Recycled Paper. LETTER OF CONSENT TO EXTENSION OF TIME Government Code Section 65957 Date: April 20, 2001 Application: Zoning Case No. 628 Department of Planning City of Rolling Hills 2 Portuguese Bend Road Rolling Hills, California 90274 Attn: Yolanta Schwartz Dear Ms. Schwartz: Pursuant to California Government Code Section 65957, Mr. and Mrs. Ekberg hereby requests and consents to a ninety (90) day extension to the time periods specified in Government Code Sections 65950, 65950.1 and 65952 for the City of Rolling Hills to take action on the above referenced application. The applicant also requests and consents to a continuance of this application from the April 17, 2001 Planning Commission meeting to the May 15, 2001 Planning Commission meeting to allow the applicant to revise the application and plans. Signature of Applicant • Signature of Applicant or Applicant's Representative or Applicant's Representative Printed Name of Applicant Printed Name of Applicant or Applicant's Representative or Applicant's Representative Received by: R6980\0303\621582.1 From: Criss Gunderson Fax: +1(310)373-8277 To: Yolanta Schwartz Fax: 377-7288 Page 2 of 2 Monday, April 16, 2001 1:28 PM • • CRISS C GUNDERSON ARCHITECT 2024 Via Pacheco, Palos Verdes Estates, California 90274 TEL (310) 373-8077 FAX (310) 373-8277 Monday, April 16, 2001 Ms. Yolanta Schwartz, Principal Planner City of Rolling Hills No. 2 Portuguese Bend Road Rolling Hills, California 90274 Regarding: Zoning Case No. 628 No. 6 Middleridge North Ekberg Additions Dear Ms. Schwartz, Per our telephone conversation today, we respectfully request the above mentioned case be continued to the May 15th Planning Commission meeting so that we may revise the current site plan applications, and submit an additional application for a Conditional Use Permit (for a mixed used structure). Thank you, Criss Gunderson Architect cc: Mr. and Mrs. Craig Ekberg 411 C'Ey o` eo ffiny FIELD TRIP NOTIFICATION March 23, 2001 Mr. & Mrs. Craig Ekberg No. 5 Ponderosa Lane Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274 • 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 SUBJECT: ZONING CASE NO. 628, Request for a Variance to permit construction of an addition that will encroach into the front yard setback and a request for Site Plan Review to construct substantial residential additions at an existing single family residence at 6 Middleridge Lane N.(Lots12,13,14 & Part 15-MR) Rolling Hills, CA. Dear Mr. & Mrs. Ekberg: The Planning Commission arranged to conduct a field inspection of your property to view a silhouette of the proposed project on Monday, April 9, 2001 at 6:00 PM. The site shall be prepared according to the enclosed Silhouette Construction Guidelines and the following requirements: • A full-size silhouette in conformance with the attached guidelines must be prepared for ALL STRUCTURES of the project showing the footprints, roof ridges and bearing walls; • Stake the limits of the building pads; • Stake the front property line; and • Stake the front yard setback line. After the field trip, the next regular meeting of the Planning Commission will take place on Tuesday, April 17, 2001 at 7:30 PM at City Hall. The owner and/or representative should be present to answer any questions regarding the proposal. Please call me at (310) 377-1521 if you have any questions. Si cerely, Yolanta Schwartz (%Principal Planner Enclosure: Silhouette Construction Guidelines cc: Criss Gunderson, Architect Printed on Recycled Paper. • SILHOUE11'E. CONSTRUCTION GUIDELINES When required by the Planning Commission or City Council, a silhouette of proposed construction shall be erected for the week preceding the designated Planning Commission or City Council meeting/field trip. Such silhouette shall remain on the property until 30 days after the City Council receives and files the Resolution of approval, as adopted by the Planning Commission. Silhouettes should be constructed with 2" x.4" lumber. Printed boards are not acceptable. Bracing should be provided where possible. Wire, twine or other suitable material should be used to delineate roof ridges and eaves. Small pieces of cloth or flags should be attached to the wire or twine to aid in the visualization of the proposed construction. The application may be delayed if inaccurate or incomplete silhouettes are constructed. If you have any further questions contact the Planning Department Staff at (310) 377-1521. SECTION PLAN City 0/ STATUS OF APPLICATION & NOTIFICATION OF MEETING February 26, 2001 Mr. & Mrs. Craig Ekberg 6 Middleridge Lane North Rolling Hills, CA 90274 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 SUBJECT: ZONING CASE NO. 628, Request for a Variance to permit construction of an addition that will encroach into the front yard setback and a request for Site Plan Review to construct substantial residential additions at an existing single family residence at 6 Middleridge Lane N. (Lots12,13,14 & Part 15-MR) Rolling Hills, CA. Dear Mr. & Mrs. Ekberg: Pursuant to state law the City's staff has completed a preliminary review of the application noted above and finds that the information submitted is: X Sufficiently complete as of the date indicated above to allow the application to be processed. Please note that the City may require further information in order to clarify, amplify, correct, or otherwise supplement the application. If the City requires such additional information, it is strongly suggested that you supply that information promptly to avoid any delay in the processing of the application. Your application for Zoning Case No. 628 has been set for public hearing consideration by the Planning Commission at their meeting on Tuesday. March 20. 2001. The meeting will begin at 7:30 PM in the Council Chambers, Rolling Hills City Hall Administration Building, 2 Portuguese Bend Road, Rolling Hills. You or your designated representative must attend to present your project and to answer questions. The staff report for this project will be available at the City Hall after 3:00 PM on Friday, March 16. We will forward the report to you. Please call me at (310) 377-1521 if you have any questions. Sincrly, YZI (nta Schwartz Principal Planner cc: Mr. Criss Gunderson, Architect Printed on Recycled Paper. • • CRISS C GUNDERSON ARCHITECT 2024 Via Pacheco, Palos Verdes Estates, California 90274 TEL (310) 373-8077 FAX (310) 373-8277 Monday, December 11, 2000 Variance application attachment Eckberg Residence No. 6 Middleridge Lane North, Rolling Hills Criteria to be satisfied for grant of Variance A. Exceptional conditions exist at No. 6 Middleridge Lane North in that the current house is currently located in the front- yard setback. Given the layout of the current floor plan, the existing topography, and the existing improvements to the site, the only option to enlarge the master bedroom and living room are as indicated on the site plan. The only other alternative would be to completely demolish the existing structures and rebuild. This approach is not financially feasible for the Eckbergs, nor does this approach warrant consideration from a real estate value standpoint for any property owner. B. The existing home has an extremely small master bedroom which is only I I feet wide (plus a small alcove for the bed) and is oddly shaped, having very little room for. furniture beyond that of the bed. Circulation to the bedroom is through the living room which is awkward and makes the living room function much smaller than it's actual size. It appears these undesirable condition are the results of previous additions that were poorly conceived. The proposed additions will improve these conditions, but will leave the home short of current standards of the neighborhood.. The master bedroom suite will remain undersized in comparison to homes in Rolling Hills of a similar size. The requested improvements are necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of the property as possessed by others. C. The proposed additions are of an "infill" type. These additions do not encroach any further into the front yard setback than the current nonconforming conditions encroach. A majority of the proposed additions are screened by the massing of the existing house. The open space around the home and garage is in keeping with the spirit of the cities guidelines. With 6.7% structural coverage and 18. 1 % total coverage the results of the proposed improvements are substantially below the coverage _ limitations and the coverage of surrounding properties.. These facts as well as the mature landscaping on the property insure that granting the variance will not be materially detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity. D. The granting of the variance allows the property's hardships to not to interfere with the Eckberg's property rights, respecting and observing the spirit and intent of the city. E. In so much that the above -mentioned existing building encroachments are common is the neighborhood, the variance will .not grant any special privileges. In fact, the variance is necessary to allow this property to remain similar in nature to the surrounding homes. The variance request is consistent with the General Plan of the City of Rolling Hills.