652, Addition of a study (250 S.F.), Application• •
City oi leo/ling ildid
VARIANCE
REOUEST FOR HEARING
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
NOTE: According to Section 17.24.020 of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code, illegal uses or structures are required to be
made conforming or shall be removed. Therefore, you may be required to modify or remove any unauthorized or unlawful
use or structure on your property prior to or in conjunction with this application. In addition, pursuant to Resolution No.
900 of the City Council, any use or structure which would require a discretionary permit but which is conducted without
the acquisition of said permit, shall be subject to retroactive discretionary permit process, and is subject to higher
application fee.
PROPERTY OWNER:
OWNER'S ADDRESS:
TELEPHONE NO.:
PROPERTY ADDRESS:
Tim and Nina Armour
63 Crest Road East Rolling Hills, CA 90274
310 378-0903
63 Crest Road East Rolling Hills, CA 90274
LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LOT NO. Portion of Lot "H"
AGENT'S NAME:
AGENT'S ADDRESS:
TELEPHONE NO.:
APN 7567-008-009
ASSESSOR'S BOOK NO. PAGE PARCEL
Don Thursby- Don W. Thursby, AIA
777 Silver Spur Road #232 Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274
310 544-8514
Describe in detail the nature of the proposed use, including what aspects of the project require a Variance.
Variance is required for the following proposed uses:
1) Allow construction of Approx 250 sq. ft. study in the front yard setback
2) Allow construction of 1,350 sq ft kitchen and family room addition, 1,350 sq. ft basement
consisting of basement, mud room and wine cellar, 668 sq ft. 3 car garage, encroaching 10' into in
the 35' west side yard setback
3) Allow construction of new and reconstruction of existing retaining wall (between 0' 5' high) in the
(west) side yard setback.
4) Allow construction of a retaining wall (between 0' - 5' high) at the top of the existing slope between
the upper and lower pads.
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Criteria to be satisfied for Brant of Variance
Such change is based upon the following described exceptional or extraordinary circumstances or
conditions that do not apply generally to other property in the same vicinity and zone.
The property was originally designed to accomodate a 20,000 sq. ft. riding ring in the center of the upper
pad. This caused the orignal strucutres, house, garage and barn/stables to be pushed to the perimeter of
the property into the setback areas. The existing house was built into the slope that descends from
Crest Road using retaining walls in both the front and rear of the structure. The floor are of the existing
house is 8 feet above the elevation of the riding ring. The majority of the existing residence is situated in
the front yard setback. This makes it impossible to add to the exisitng structure without encroaching
into the setbacks or substantially altering the riding ring.
The riding ring has been used for years by various organizations to host charitable and community
functions. The prevoius owner had limited the use of the property for these funitions. The applicant
recognized the riding ring as community asset and wants to resume use of the ring for community and
chritable functions.
The proposed addition was located to the west side of the property to minimize the impact on the
riding ring. The ring will be reduced in length by 17 feet which will not impair its current use or future
equestrian use. The reduce ring is still of suffiecient Ienght for 3 20 meter dressage rings.
Such change will not be materially detrimental to the public welfare nor injurious to the property or
improvements in such vicinity and zone where property is located because
The proposed additions to the exisitng residence and grading will not have any significant environmental ,
social, or cultural impact and will not be injurious to the property, vicinity, or general public welfare.
FILING FEE
A filing fee must accompany the application. Make check payable to: CITY OF ROLLING HILLS.
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City oi leolling
PROPERTY OWNER:
OWNER'S ADDRESS:
TELEPHONE NO:
REOUEST FOR HEARING
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
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INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957
Tim and Nina Armour
63 Crest Road East Rolling Hills, CA 90274
310 378-0903
PROPERTY'S ADDRESS: 63 Crest Road East Rolling Hills, CA 90274
LEGAL DESCRIPTION:
AGENT'S NAME:
AGENT'S ADDRESS:
TELEPHONE NO:
LOT NO. Portion of Lot "H"
NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD
ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274
(310) 377.1521
FAX: (310) 377-7288
APN 7567-008-009
ASSESSORS BOOK NO. PAGE ' PARCEL
Don Thursby- Don W. Thursby, AIA
777 Silver Spur Road #232 Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274
310 544-8514
Conditional Use Permit required for the following proposed uses:
1) Allow construction of Approx 400 sq ft Pool House/ Cabana.
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Will the proposed use be compatible with the uses in the surrounding area, and if so, why?
Proposed project: The project is an approximately 400 sq ft pool house with 1 bathroom with toilet and
sink, a change room and entertainment area. The structure is nestled into the slope between the house
and pool. This configuration allows observation and supervision of the pool area and minimized the visual
mass of the structure.
Section 17.16.040 allows the detached cabana —recreation room use in the RA-S Zone.
Compatibility: There is an existing pool and tennis court on the property so the cabana-rec. room is
consistent with the onsite facilities and is consistent with surrounding properties developed with similar
amenities. The cabana is consistent with Single family residential zoning.
Cabana is recessed into the hillside to minimize its visual impact on the surrounding area.
Will the grant of this Conditional Use Permit be consistent with and in furtherance of the public
health safety and general welfare?
Public Health and Safety: The Cabana will be constructed in a manner consisted with all applicable
health safety and welfare codes and present no threat the general welfare.
FILING FEE
A filling fee must accompany the application. Make check payable to the CITY OF ROLLING
HILLS.
PROPERTY OWNER:
OWNER'S ADDRESS:
TELEPHONE NO:
PROPERTY'S ADDRESS:
REOUEST FOR HEARING
FOR SITE PLAN REVIEW
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Tim and Nina Armour
63 Crest Road East Rolling Hills, CA 90274
3 I 0 378-0903
63 Crest Road East Rolling Hills, CA 90274
LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LOT NO. Portion of Lot "H"
AGENT'S NAME:
AGENT'S ADDRESS:
TELEPHONE NO:
APN 7567-008-009
ASSESSORS BOOK NO. PAGE PARCEL
Don Thursby- Don W. Thursby, AIA
777 Silver Spur Road #232 Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274
310 544-8514 r 7q q (Iv))
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NATURE OF PROPOSED PROTECT
Describe in detail the nature of the proposed project, including what aspects of the project require a Site Plan
Review:
Site Plan review is required for the following proposed uses:
I) Allow construction of Approx 250 sq. ft. study in the front yard setback
2) Allow construction of 1,350 sq ft kitchen and family room addition, 1,350 sq. ft basement
consisting of basement, mud room and wine cellar, 668 sq ft. 3 car garage, encroaching 10' into in
the 35' west side yard setback
3) Allow construction of new and reconstruction of existing retaining walls (between 0' - 5' high) in the
(west) side yard setback.
4) Allow construction of a retaining wall (between 0' - 5' high) at the top of the existing slope between the
upper and lower pads.
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SITE PLAN REVIEW CRITERIA
A. Is the project compatible with the General Plan, the Zoning Ordinance and surrounding uses? Explain how it
compares to the sizes, setbacks and other characteristics of neighboring houses.
The proposed project use is consistent with the City of Rolling Hills General Plan and
Zoning. The applicant property is unique because it was originally design to accommodate
a 20,000 sq ft riding ring at the center of the upper pad. This caused the original structures
to be pushed to the perimeter of the property and into the setbacks. Subsequent additions
were allowed within the front yard setback.
B. How does the project preserve and integrate into the site design, to the maximum extent feasible, existing natural
topographic features of the lot including surrounding native vegetation, mature trees, drainage courses, and land
forms (such as hillsides and lotolls)? Explain how the project preserves and integrates existing natural features.
The proposed addition follow the pattern and style of the original residence. The bulk of
the proposed project is built into the existing slope to minimize its impact and eliminate
the need to create a new building pad. No changes are proposed to the existing drainage
courses.
C. How does the site development plan follow natural contours of the site to minimize grading? Extensive grading
and recontouring of existing terrain to maximize buildable area shall not be approved. Graded slopes shall be
rounded and contoured so as to blend with existing terrain. Grading shall not modify existing drainage redirect
drainage flow unless into an existing drainage course. Explain the nature and extent of the impact of grading
and proposed minimization on lots.
The majority of grading is either below the new structures or follows the existing slope of
the property. The cut required for the basement will be placed below the new terrace
adjacent to the family room. The rear of the existing house is developed with raised stone
terraces to create outdoor living space. The additional follows the same pattern of
development. A minor amount of grading is proposed at the top of the slope leading to the
lower pad. The water runoff from the entire upper pad moves across the top of the slope
to a drainage catch basin. The proposed grading will repair minor erosion in the area and
direct existing run-off more effectively.
D. To what extent does the site development plan preserve surrounding native vegetation and supplement it with
landscaping that is compatible with and enhances the rural character of the community? Landscaping should
provide a buffer and transition zone between private and public areas. Explain bow the project preserves native
vegetation, integrates landscaping and creates buffers.
The proposed addition parallels the west property line. There are 24 buffer trees along the
property line. 2 trees that fall within the footprint of the proposed addition will be removed.
The remaining 22 trees will maintain an effective buffer.
E. How does the site development plan preserve the natural and undeveloped state of the lot by minimizing building
coverage? Lot coverage requirements shall be regarded as maximums and the actual amount of lot coverage
permitted,should depend upon the existing buildable area of the lot. Explain how the lot coverage proposed
compares with lot coverage square footage and percentages on neighboring lots.
The layout of the proposed additions were designed to minimize lot coverage. The
proposed basement is located directly under the family room and kitchen addition.
Additionally a terrace is located over the proposed garage created outdoor spaces while
minimizing building coverage. The existing concrete driveways were originally connected
with a asphalt drive across the southern edge of the upper pad. The asphalt was then
covered with decomposed granite. The project proposed to remove approximately 5,000
sq ft. of the underlying asphalt and replace it with grass-crete or similar product to allow
groundcover to be planted.
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F. Is the site development plan harmonious in scale and mass with the site, the natural terrain and surrounding
residences? Setbacks shall be regarded as minimums and more restrictive setbacks shall be imposed where
necessary to assure proportionality and openness. Explain how the proposed project setbacks compare with the
existing setbacks of neighboring properties:
West side setback: The existing garage, kitchen and breakfast room were built 25' from
the west property line. The proposed addition does not encroach further into the side
yard setback than the existing structure.
Front yard setback: The proposed study addition is setback 56' from the front property
line. The original structure is 50' from the property line.
G. Is the site development plan sensitive and not detrimental to convenience and safety of circulation for pedestrians
and vehicles? Explain how the number and types of vehicles relate to the driveway location, design, trip data,
landscaping and other on -site parking or storage areas.
The project will not alter the location of existing driveways entrances. With the exception of
a temporary increase in vehicles involved in the construction phase the proposed project
will not generate any additional vehicular traffic to and from the site.
H. Does the site development plan conform with the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act?
Explain how the project impacts the environment, e.g. significant impact, proposed mitigation measures.
The proposed project does meet the threshold of "significant impact" , and is categorically
exempt from further CEQA review.
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DATE: 7/10/2002
CASE NO: 652
ADDRESS: 63 Crest Rd. East Rolling Hills, CA 90274
OWNER/APPLICANT: Tim & Nina Armour
CALCULATION OF LOT COVERAGE
BUILDING AREAS EXISTING PROPOSED
TOTAL
GROSS LOT AREA 276,932 sq. ft.
NET LOT AREA 227,41 1 sq. ft. 0 sq. ft. 227,41 1 sq. ft.
BUILDING PAD(S) 37,589 sq. ft. 796 sq. ft. 38,385 sq. ft.
RESIDENCE 3,959 sq. ft. 1,522 sq. ft. 5,481 sq. ft.
GARAGE 479 sq. ft. 147 sq. ft. 626 sq. ft.
SWIMMING POOL/SPA 718 sq. ft. 0 sq. ft. 718 sq. ft.
STABLE 1,771 sq. ft. 0 sq. ft. 1,771 sq. ft.
RECREATION COURT 6,923 sq. ft. 0 sq. ft. 6,923 sq. ft.
SERVICE YARD 376 sq. ft. -191 sq. ft. 185 sq. ft.
OTHER - Pool House 0 sq. ft. 389 sq. ft. 389 sq. ft.
NEW BASEMENT AREA
TOTAL STRUCTURES
STRUCTURAL LOT
COVERAGE
TOTAL PAD
COVERAGE
DRIVEWAY
14,226 sq. ft. 1,867 sq. ft.
6.3 % 0.8
37.8 % 5.0
11,650 sq. ft.
DRIVEWAY TO NEIGHBOR
PROPERTY 3,814 sq. ft.
PAVED WALKS AND
PATIO AREAS 2,010 sq. ft.
1,342 sq. ft.
18,816 sq. ft.
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TOTAL STRUCTURAL &
FLATWORK COVERAGE 33,042 sq. ft.
TOTAL COVERAGE 14.5
POOL DECKING
TOTAL FLATWORK
TOTAL FLATORK
COVERAGE
-5,376 sq. ft.
0 sq. ft.
1,701 sq. ft.
0 sq. ft.
-3675 sq. ft.
-1.6
-1,808 sq. ft.
-0.8
16,093 sq. ft.
7.1
42.0
6,274 sq. ft.
3,814 sq. ft.
3,711 sq. ft.
1,342 sq. ft.
15141 sq. ft.
6.7
31,234 sq. ft.
13.7
1397 sq. ft.
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CALCULATION OF BUILDING PAD COVERAGE
BUILDING AREAS
PAD 1
BUILDING PAD AREA
RESIDENCE
GARAGE
STABLE (BARN)
POOL
SERVICE YARD
RECREATION COURT
OTHER - Pool House
TOTAL STRUCTURES ON
PAD NO. I
BUILDING PAD
COVERAGE
PAD 2
BUILDING PAD AREA
RESIDENCE
GARAGE
STABLE (BARN)
POOL
RECREATION COURT
OTHER
TOTAL STRUCTURES ON
PAD NO. 2
BUILDING PAD
COVERAGE
29,928 sq. ft.
5,481 sq. ft.
626 sq. ft.
1,77 I sq. ft.
0 sq. ft.
_3.76 sgrft.
0 sq. ft.
389 sq. ft.
8,643 sq. ft. ,'""1 51--
28.9 % 2c6' T
8,457 sq. ft.
0 sq. ft.
0 sq. ft.
0 sq. ft.
718 sq. ft.
6,923 sq. ft.
0 sq. ft.
7,641 sq. ft.
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OWNER'S DECLARATION
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I (We) declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct.
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Executed at 63C2eS��� `// 7 l� /, (/ . , California,
this /3 day of %�%J �J , 20 o Z
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NOTE: The Owner's Declaration can only be used if this application is signed in California. If
this application is signed outside of California, the applicant should acknowledge before a Notary
Public of the State where the signature is fixed, or before another officer of that State authorized
by its laws to take acknowledgements, that he (it) owns the property described herein, and that
the information accompanying this application is true to the best of his (its) knowledge and
belief. Attach appropriate acknowledgment here.
APPLICANT: fA/2/YIDv2 DATE FILED
REPRESENTATIVE: 17C44 I1li FEE:
COMPANY NAME: 172:* W . TH'U (, RECEIPT NO:
COMPANY ADDRESS: BY:
117 SILUE.'O(L gi9Aio 4'2 ZONING CASE NO:
IZOL L I M6. F-I- E. ST G 9 °214 TENTATIVE HEARING DATE:
COMPANY PHONE NO. (' ' 6) y*4 - or'✓' 14-
PROJECT ADDRESS: GS GIQ-I:ST 12-,9A%0 SST'
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OWNER'S ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Property development in Rolling Hills is governed by ordinances of the CITY OF
ROLLING HILLS ("City") and by private deed restrictions enforced by the ROLLING HILLS
COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION ("RHCA").
The land development permit process of the City and the RHCA are completely independent
and separate. Both must be satisfied and approval given by both the City and the RHCA to develop
property in Rolling Hills. An approval by either the City or the RHCA does not mean or imply or
ensure approval by the other.
The suggested sequence of property development is to obtain City approvals first.
I, (We), the undersigned, acknowledge that the above statement has been fully read and its
admonition is completely understood.
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ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION FORM
(To Be Completed By Applicant)
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INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957
NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD
ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274
(310) 377-1521
FAX: (310) 377-7288
E-mail: cltyofrh@aol.com
Date Filed Zoning Case No. 652
GENERAL INFORMATION
1. Applicant(s) Don W. Thursby, AIA Tel. (310 ) 544-8514
777 Silver Spur Road #232 Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274
2. Legal Owner(s) Tim and Nina Armour Tel. ( 310 ) 378-0903
63 Crest Road East Rolling Hills, CA 90274
Address
Address
3. Project Address 63 Crest Road East Rolling Hills, CA 90274
Assessor's Book No. APN= 7567-008-009- Lot No. Portion of Lot "H"
4. Other related permits and other public approvals required for this project, including those required
by city, regional, state and federal agencies:
Site Plan Review, Variances, Conditional use Permit, Building and Grading Permits
5. Existing zoning district RAS-2
6. Proposed project/use of site Additions to Single Family Residence
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
7. Site size Gross Lot Area = 276,932 sq ft.
8. Net lot area 227,4I I sq ft. . "Net Lot Area" means the total area included within the lot
lines of a lot or parcel of property, exclusive of: (a) the entire area within a recorded roadway
easement plus the area within ten (10) feet measured perpendicular to the edge of the roadway
easement; (b) the ten (10) foot perimeter of the lot perpendicular to the property lines; (c) any
private drive or driveway that provides access to any other lot or parcel; and (d) the access strip
portion of a flag lot." Existing: 13,850 sq. ft. Proposed: 2,058 sq. ft.
New total 15,908 sq. ft.
9. Total square footage of structures
10. Number of floors of construction
11. Basement square footage
One plus basement
1,397 sq. ft.
Existing: 33,042 sq. tt. (I4.5/o)
12. Total combined flatwork and structural lot coverage Proposed: 31,234 sq. ft. (13.7%)
13. Will any exterior walls be removed or relocated? Which walls? Yes, see sheets Al .2 , A2. I , & A2.2
14. Will any interior walls be removed or relocated? Which walls? Yes, see sheets A2. I Floor Plan
15. Will th.e entire buildingstructure require a new roof? No, if L.A. County Building Dept allows use
of Cedar+Plus Shakes•with Class "A" Assembly, ICBO #ES ER5166, N.E.R.#215,
UBC Standard # 15-2, ASTM E 108, and CA Fire Marshall #04150-1450:100
5-05-98
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16. Will the existing roof remain intact, with less than 200 square feet added? N/A
17. Grading quantites shall be balanced. Amount cut 1,100 cu. yds Amount fill 1,100 cu. yds
(Include any basement cut in grading quantities.)
18. Area of disturbance. 40% maximum; 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. Square feet 65.380 Percentage of Net Lot Area 28.7%
19. If residential, include the unit size. Square feet 7,928 w/o garage
20. ff commercial, indicate the type of project, whether neighborhood, city or regionally oriented,
square footage of sales area, estimated employment per shift and loading facilities.
N/A
21. If industrial, indicate the type of project, estimated employment per shift, and loading facilities.
N/A
22. If institutional, indicate the major function, estimated employment per shift, estimated occupancy,
loading facilities, and community benefits to be derived from the project.
N/A
23. Attach plans.
24. Proposed scheduling. Construction to commence ASAP after Agency approvals
25. ff the project involves a site plan review, variance, conditional use or rezoning application, state
this and Indicate clearly why the application is required.
SPR for 3,455 sq. ft. of proposed new structure
CUP for proposed new Pool House
Variance for proposed additions encroaching into the front and rear setbacks, and
proposed new walls (between 0'-5' high) and reconstruction of exisitng walls (between
0'-5' high) in the side yard setbacks.
Are the following items applicable to the project or its effects? Discuss below all items checked yes (attach
additional sheets as necessary).
YES �4
❑ X 26. Change in existing features of any bays, tidelands; beaches, lakes or hills, or
substantial alteration of ground contours.
❑ X 27. Change in scenic views or vistas from existing residential areas or public lands or
roads.
❑ X 28. Change in pattern, scale or character of general area of project.
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❑ X 29. Significant amounts of solid waste or litter.
❑ X 30. Change in dust, ash, smoke, fumes, or odors in vicinity.
❑ X 31. Change in ocean, bay, lake, stream or ground water quality or quantity, or
alteration of existing draining patterns.
❑ X 32. Substantial change in existing noise or vibration levels in the vicinity.
❑ X 33. Site on filled land or on slope of 10 percent or more.
❑ X 34. Use or disposal of potentially hazardous materials, such as toxic substances,
flammable or explosives.
❑ X 35. Substantial change in demand for municipal services (police, fire, water, sewage,
etc.).
❑ X 36. Substantially increased fossil fuel consumption (electricity, oil, natural gas, etc.).
❑ X 37. Relationship to a larger project or series of projects.
ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING
38. Describe the project site as it exists before the project, including information on topography, soil
stability, plants and animals, and any cultural, historical or scenic aspects. Describe any existing
structures on the site, and the use of the structures. Attach photographs of the site. Snapshots
or polaroid photos will be accepted.
Topography and existing structures: The property general slopes down in a southerly direction from Crest Road.
Situated on the upper pad is the existing residence with attached garage, a stable/barn, corral and large riding ring. The
riding ring has been in filled with lawn and a DG path at it perimeter. The existing residence is built into the upper
slope with the finish floor elevation approximately 8' above the main pad and riding ring. The lower pad is located
approximately 25' below the upper pad contains a tennis court and swimming pool. The lower half of the lots slopes
steeply downhill and is unimproved.
Views: Ocean views are visible from the southeastern portion of the residence and from the lower pool deck. Trees
and other planting on adjacent properties block a wider panoramic ocean view formerly visible from residence.
Soil stability: The site is geologically stable. Proposed grading is contained within the perimeter of the previously
disturbed area.
39. Describe the surrounding properties, including information on plants and animals and any cultural,
historical or scenic aspects. Indicate the type of land use (residential, commercial, etc.), intensity
of land use (one -family, guest house, office use, etc.) and scale of development (height,
frontage, set -back, rear yard, etc.). Attach photographs of the vicinity. Snapshots or polaroid
photos will be accepted.
Planting: The ground cover planting materials on the upper pad consists of grass lawn, oleander and evergreen hedges,
decorative flower beds. The Lower pad planting is undisturbed natural scrub.
Trees: The predominant trees are pine, eucalyptus and ficus. Two trees will be removed within the footprint of the
proposed addition.
Animals: No horses or other agricultural animals are currently kept on the property.
Surrounding properties: Adjacent properties are zoned RAS-1 and RAS-2, land use is single family residential.
Adjacent homes are similar in scale and use of the subject property.
Scale of Development: Consistent with older homes in the area the existing residence was constructed 50' from
the Crest Road and the majority existing building footprint is located within the front yard setback.
Height: Existing roof ridge is approximately 22' above adjacent grade, the roof ridge at the proposed family room
addition will be extended at the same elevation.
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EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS:
VI. A brief explanation is required for all answers except "No Impact" answers that are adequately
supported by the information sources a lead agency cites in the parentheses following each question. A "No
Impact" answer is adequately supported if the referenced information sources show that the impact simply
does not apply to projects like the one involved (e.g. the project falls outside a fault rupture zone). A "No
Impact" answer should be explained where it is based on project -specific factors as well as general
standards (e.g. the project will not expose sensitive receptors to pollutants, based on a project -specific
screening analysis).
VII. All answers must take account of the whole action involved, including off -site as well as on -site,
cumulative as well as project -level, indirect as well as direct, and construction as well as operational
impacts.
VIII. "Potentially Significant Impact' is appropriate if there is substantial evidence that an effect is
significant. If there are one or more "Potentially Significant Impact" entries when the determination is made,
an EIR is required.
IX. "Potentially Significant Unless Mitigation Incorporated" applies where the incorporation of
mitigation measures has reduced an effect from "Potentially Significant Impact" to a "Less than Significant
Impact." The lead agency must describe the mitigation measures, and briefly explain how they reduce the
effect to a less than significant level (mitigation measures from Section V, "Earlier Analysis," above may be
cross-referenced).
X. Earlier analyses may be used where, pursuant to the tiering, program EIR, or other CEQA process,
an effect has been adequately analyzed in an earlier EIR or negative declaration. See Section
15063(c)(3)(D) of the State CEQA Guidelines. Earlier analyses are discussed in Section V, above.
XI. Lead agencies are encouraged to incorporate into the checklist references to information sources
for potential impacts (e.g. general plans, zoning ordinances). Reference to a previously prepared or outside
document should, where appropriate, include a reference to the page or pages where the statement is
substantiated. A source list should be attached, and other sources used or individuals contacted should be
cited in the discussion.
Issues (and Supporting Information Sources):
LAND USE AND PLANNING. Would the proposal:
a) Conflict with general plan designation or zoning?
b) Conflict with applicable environmental plans or
polices adopted by agencies with jurisdiction
over the project
0
0
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❑ X
c) Be incompatible with existing land use In the 0 0 0 X
vicinity?
d) Affect agricultural resources or operations (e.g. 0 0 0 X
impacts to soils or farmlands, or impacts from
incompatible land uses)?
e) Disrupt or divide the physical arrangement of an 0 0 0 X
established community (including a low-income
or minority community)?
I I . POPULATION AND HOUSING. Would the proposal:
a) Cumulatively exceed official regional or local 0 0 0 X
population projections?
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Potentially
Significant
Potentially Unless Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant No
Impact Incorporated Impact Impact
b) Induce substantial growth in an area either 0 0 0 DC
directly or indirectly (e.g. through projects in an
undeveloped area or extension of major
infrastructure)?
c) Displace existing housing, especially affordable 0 0 0 X
housing?
I. GEOLOGICAL PROBLEMS. Would the proposal
result in or expose people to potential impacts
involving:
a) Fault rupture? 0 0 0 X
b) Seismic ground shaking? ❑ 0 0 X
c) Seismic ground failure, including liquefaction? 0 0 0 X
d) Seiche, tsunami, or volcanic hazard? 0 0 0 X
e) Landslides or mudflows? 0 0 0 Ix
f) Erosion, changes in topography or unstable soil 0 0 0 X
conditions from excavation, grading, or fill?
g) Subsidence of the land? 0 0 0 X
h) Expansive soils? ❑ 0 0 0(
i) Unique geologic or physical features? 0 0 0 X
J. WATER. Would the proposal result in:
a) Changes in absorption rates, drainage patterns, 0 0 0 X
or the rate and amount of surface runoff?
b) Exposure of people or property to water related 0 0 0 X
hazards such as flooding?
c) Discharge into surface water or other alteration 0 0 0 X
of surface water quality (e.g. temperature,
dissolved oxygen or turbidity)?
d) Changes in the amount of surface water in any 0 0 0 X
water body? '
e) Changes in currents, or the course or direction of 0 0 0 X
water movements?
f) Change in the quantity of ground waters, either 0 0 0 IX
through direct additions or withdrawals, or
through interception of an aquifer by cuts or
excavations or through substantial Toss of
groundwater recharge capability?
g) Altered direction or rate of flow of groundwater? 0 0 0 X
h) Impacts to groundwater quality? 0 0 0 DC
i) Substantial reduction in the amount of 0 0 0 X
groundwater otherwise available for public water
supplies?
AIR QUAUTY. Would the proposal:
a) Violate any air quality standard or contribute to 0 0 0 ]>
an existing or projected air quality violation?
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Potentially
Significant
Potentially Unless Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant No
Impact Incorporated Impact Impact
b) Expose sensitive receptors to pollutants? 0 0 0 DE
c) Alter air movement, moisture, or temperature, or 0 0 0 X
cause any change in climate?
d) Create any objectionable odors? 0 ❑ 0 X
VI. TRANSPORTATION/CIRCULATION. Would the
proposal result in:
a) Increased vehicle trips or traffic congestion? 0 0 0 X
b) Hazards to safety from design features (e.g., 0 0 0 DI
sharp curves or dangerous intersections) or
incompatible uses (e.g., farm equipment)?
c) Inadequate emergency access or access to 0 ❑ 0 X
nearby uses?
d) Insufficient parking capacity on -site or off -site? ❑ 0 0 X
e) Hazards or barriers for pedestrians or bicyclists? 0 0 ❑ Di
f) Conflicts with adopted policies supporting ❑ 0 0 Di
alternative transportation (e.g., bus turnouts,
bicycle racks)?
g) Rail, waterborne or air traffic impacts? 0 0 0 X
VII. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES. Would the proposal
result in impacts to:
a) Endangered, threatened or rare species or their 0 0 0 Dai
habitats (including but not limited to plants, fish,
insects, animals, and birds)?
b) Locally designated species (e.g., heritage 0 ❑ 0 X
trees)?
c) Locally designated natural communities (e.g., 0 0 0 IX
oak forest, coastal habitat, etc.)?
d) Wetland habitat (e.g., marsh, riparian and vernal 0 0 0 14
pool)?
e) Wildlife dispersal or migration corridors? 0 0 0 Dil
VI1I. ENERGY AND MINERAL RESOURCES. Would the
proposal:
a) Conflict with adopted energy conservation 0 0 0 IX
plans?
b) Use non-renewable resources in a wasteful and 0 ❑ 0 X
inefficient manner?
c) Result in the Toss of availability of a known 0 ❑ 0 X
mineral resource that would be of future value to
the region and the residents of the State?
IX. HAZARDS. Would the proposal involve:
a) A risk of accidental explosion or release ,of 0 Cl 0 D�
hazardous substances (including, but not limited
to: oil, pesticides, chemicals or radiation)?
b) Possible interference with an emergency 0 0 0 X
response plan or emergency evacuation plan?
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Potentially
Significant
Potentially Unless Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant No
Impact Incorporated Impact Impact
c) The creation of any health hazard or potential 0 ❑ 0 X
health hazard?
d) Exposure of people to existing sources of 0 0 0 X
potential health hazards?
e) Increased fire hazard in areas with flammable 0 0 0 X
brush, grass, or trees?
X. NOISE. Would the proposal result in:
a) Increases in existing noise levels? 0 0 ❑ DC
b) Exposure of people to severe noise levels? 0 ❑ 0 X
XI. PUBLIC SERVICES. Would the proposal have an
effect upon, or result in a need for new or altered
government services in any of the following areas:
a) Fire protection? 0 0 0 X
b) Police protection? 0 0 0 X
c) Schools? 0 0 0 X
d) Maintenance of public facilities, including roads? 0 0 0 DC
e) Other governmental services? 0 0 Cl X
XI I. UTILITIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS. Would the
proposal result in a need for new systems or supplies,
or substantial alterations to the following utilities:
a) Power or natural gas? 0 0 0 X
b) Communications systems? 0 0 0 1[
c) Local or regional water treatment or distribution 0 0 ❑ DC
facilities?
d) Sewer or septic tanks? 0 0 0 1Q
e) Storm water drainage? 0 0 0 X
f) Solid waste disposal? ❑ 0 0 D
g) Local or regional water supplies? 0 0 0 X
XI II. AESTHETICS. Would the proposal:
a) Affect a scenic vista or scenic highway? ❑ 0 0 X
b) Have a demonstrable negative aesthetic effect? 0 0 0 1K
c) Create light or glare? 0 0 0 X
XIV. CULTURAL RESOURCES: Would the proposal:
a) Disturb paleontological resources? 0 0 0 X
b) Disturb archaeological resources? 0 0 0 D[
c) Affect historical resources? 0 0 0 X
d) Have the potential to cause a physical change 0 0 0 D[
which would affect unique ethnic cultural values?
e) Restrict existing religious or sacred uses within 0 0 0 X
the potential impact area?
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Potentially
Significant
Potentially Unless Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant No
Impact Incorporated Impact Impact
XV. RECREATION. Would the proposal:
a) Increase the demand for neighborhood or 0 0 0 X
regional parks or other recreations facilities?
b) Affect existing recreational opportunities? 0 0 0 NE
XVI. MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE.
a) Does the project have the potential to degrade 0 0 0 X
the quality of the environment, substantially
reduce the habitat of a fish or wildlife species,
cause a fish or wildlife population to drop below
self-sustaining levels, threaten to eliminate a
plant or animal community, reduce the number or
restrict the range of a rare or endangered plant or
animal or eliminate important example of the
major period of California history or prehistory?
b) Does the project have the potential to achieve 0 0 0 jjt[
short-term, to the disadvantage of Tong -term,
environmental goals?
c) Does the project have impacts that are 0 0 0 IX
individually limited, but cumulatively
considerable? ("Cumulatively considerable"
means that the incremental effects of a project
are considerable when viewed in connection with
the effects of past projects, the effects of other
current projects and the effects of probable
future projects.)
d) Does the project have environmental effects 0 0 0 X
which will cause substantial adverse effects on
human beings, either directly or indirectly?
XVII. EARUER ANALYSES.
Earlier Analyses may be used where, pursuant to the
tiering, program EIR, or other CEQA process, one or
more effects have been.adequately analyzed in an
earlier EIR or negative declaration. See Section
15063(c)(3)(D) of the State CEQA Guidelines. In this
case a discussion should identify the following on
attached sheets.
a) Earlier analyses used. Identify earlier analyses 0 0 0 DC
and state where they are availaale for review.
b) Impacts adequately addressed. Identify which 0 0 0 ]�
effects from the above checklist were within the
scope of and adequately analyzed in an earlier
document pursuant to applicable legal
standards, and state whether such effects were
addressed by mitigation measures based on the
earlier analysis.
c) Mitigation measures. For effects that are "Less ❑ 0 0 X
than Significant with Mitigation Incorporated,"
describe the mitigation measures which were
incorporated or refined from the earlier document
and the extent to which they address site -
specific conditions for the project.
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NOTE: Before the Lead Agency can accept this application as complete, the applicant must consult the
lists prepared pursuant to Section 65962.5 of the Government Code and submit a signed statement
indicating whether the project and any alternatives are located on a site which is included on any such list,
and shall specify any list.
HAZARDOUS WASTE AND SUBSTANCES STATEMENT
The development project and any alternatives proposed in this application are contained on the lists
compiled pursuant to Section 65962.5 of the Government Code. Accordingly, the project applicant is,
required to submit a signed statement which contains the following information:
NOT APPLICABLE
1. Name of applicant:
2. Address:
3. Phone Number:
4. Address of Site (street name and number if available, and ZIP code):
5. Local Agency (city/county):
6. Assessor's book, page, and parcel number:
7. Specify any list pursuant to Section 65962.5 of the Government Code: STATE OF CALIFORNIA
HAZARDOUS WASTE AND SUBSTANCES SITES LIST (available at City Hall),
8. Regulatory identification number:
9. Date of List: JULY 1992
Date
For
Signature
Applicant
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NOTE: In the event that the project site and any altematives are not listed on any list compiled pursuant to
Section 65962.5 of the Government Code, then the applicant must certify that fact as provided below.
I have consulted the lists compiled pursuant to Section 65962.5 of the Government Code and hereby
certify that the development project and any alternatives proposed in this application are i�ot contained on
these lists.
Date
For
Signature
Don W. Thursby, AIA
Applicant
CERTIFICATION: I hereby certify that the statements furnished above and in the attached exhibits
present the data and information required for this initial evaluation to the best of my ability, and that the
facts, statements, and information presented are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief.
Date
For
Signature
Don W. Thursby, AIA
Applicant
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