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676, Construct a below ground sport, Correspondence'ay /IL 50TH ANNIVERSARY 1957 - 2007 B. ALLEN LAY Mayor DR. JAMES BLACK Mayor Pro Tem THOMAS F. HEINSHEIMER Councilmember FRANK E. HILL Councilmember GODFREY PERNELL, D.D.S. Councilmember February 26, 2007 Ms. Wendy Sun Listing Agent ReMax Palos Verdes 420 Silver Spur Road Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275 iLI, 1r•\i11'/I I 1. ]9'J7 NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD ROLLING HILLS. CALIF. 90274 (3]0) 377-1521 FAX: (310) 377-7288 Re: P372644 (18 Pine Tree Lane) Dear Ms. Sun, On behalf of the City of Rolling Hills, I am writing in regard to the ad for the property located at 18 Pine Tree Lane. Please' be advised that the subject property is a vacant lot with plans that represent a 7,000 square foot home with a 6,000 square foot basement. Moreover, the building plans expire May 20, 2007 by which time permits would need to be issued for the home to be built with its current entitlements and construction commenced. Beyond this date, it will be necessary for the owner of the parcel to resubmit plans to the City for Planning Commission consideration. Thank you for your consideration. Sincer4y, Anton Dahlerbruch City Manager AD/ 02-23-07sun-ltr.doc r^r ini:,i nn (krvcit, rf PrirCr FEB-23-2007 10:24AM FROM-01 Pa s / The McGuire Group 3109548501 T-758 P.002/002 F-200 MAGNIFICENT, 4.3 ACRE COMPOUND Located on a cul-de-sac It's the epitome of luxury. Curved driveway, panoramic city light view, wine cellar, steam room, game room, dumbwaiter, pool, and much more. $6,495,000 (P936095) (310) 378.9494 3 ACRE LOT Ready -to -build approved plans for 13,000 sq.ft. estate. Located in prestigious gated city of Rolling Hills on a cul-de-sac w/an "Enchanting" city light view, $2,399,000 (P372644) . (310) 544.9999 ./2ei 1/4. 6 go.9-7S 02. 4Y- ijj,,i4Si' • 0/ /201/'nINCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957 NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274 (310) 377.1521 FAX: (310) 377-7288 E-mail: cityofrh@aol.com April 20, 2005 Mr. and Mrs. Austin Su 4 Seahurst Road Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274 SUBJECT: TIME EXTENSION APPROVAL IN ZONING CASE NO. 676, 18 PINE TREE LANE Dear Mr. and Mrs. Su: This letter shall serve as a notification that a two-year time extension was APPROVED by the Planning Commission at their regular meeting on April 19, 2005, for the subject case. I have enclosed a copy of RESOLUTION NO. 2005-13, specifying the conditions of approval set forth by the Planning Commission. Note that this approval will expire on MAY 20, 2007, unless construction commences on or prior to that date. The City Code does not afford any further extensions. Feel free to call me at (310) 377-1521 if you have any questions. Sin rely, l e anta Schwartz, . anning Director ®Prir ti4) f>.I(,�;I r RESOLUTION NO. 2005-13 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS APPROVING A MODIFICATION TO PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2004-11 AND APPROVING A TWO YEAR TIME EXTENSION FOR A PREVIOUSLY APPROVED SITE PLAN FOR GRADING AND CONSTRUCTION OF A SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE; VARIANCE TO CONSTRUCT A WALL IN THE FRONT YARD AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO CONSTRUCT A BELOW GROUND SPORTS COURT IN ZONING CASE NO. 676 AT 18 PINE TREE LANE, (LOT 81-2-RH), (SU). 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 Criss Gunderson, Architect, representative for the property owners, with respect to real property located at 18 Pine Tree Lane, (Lot 81-2-RH), Rolling Hills, CA requesting a two-year time extension for a previously approved zoning case. Section 2. The Commission considered this item at a meeting on April 19, 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 12 of Resolution No. 2004-11, dated April 20, 2004, to read as follows: "A. The Site Plan Review, Variance and Conditional Use approvals shall expire within three years from the effective date of approval of this Resolution if work has not commenced as defined in Sections 17.46.080, 17.38.070 and 17.42.070 of the Zoning Ordinance." Section 4. Except as herein amended, the provisions and conditions of Resolution No. 2004-11 shall continue to be in full force and effect. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 19th DAY OF APRIL 2005. ‘11PIL91 ROGEk SOMNIER, CHAIRMAN ATTEST: MARILYN KERN, DEPUTY'CITY CLERK STATE OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) §§ CITY OF ROLLING HILLS I certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 2005-13 entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS APPROVING A MODIFICATION TO PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2004-11 AND APPROVING A TWO YEAR TIME EXTENSION FOR A PREVIOUSLY APPROVED SITE PLAN FOR GRADING AND CONSTRUCTION OF A SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE; VARIANCE TO CONSTRUCT A WALL IN THE FRONT YARD AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO CONSTRUCT A BELOW GROUND SPORTS COURT IN ZONING CASE NO. 676 AT 18 PINE TREE LANE, (LOT 81-2-RH), (SU). was approved and adopted at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission on April 19, 2005 by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners Hankins, Witte and Chairman Sommer. NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: Commissioner DeRoy. and in compliance with the laws of California was posted at the following: Administrative Offices DEPUTY CITY CLERK • C14 /?J/ April 27, 2004 Mr. and Mrs. Austin Su 4 Seahurst Road 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. 676. Request for CUP, Site Plan Review for grading and construction of a new residence and a Variance for a wall in the front yard at 18 Pine Tree Lane. Dear Mr. and Mrs. Su: The City Council at their April 26, 2004, meeting received and filed the Resolution approved by the Planning Commission for the above project. 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 within that thirty (30) day appeal period. 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. The approval is valid for one year. You may request a one time, one year extension, if you can't commence grading/construction in that one year. Please find enclosed a copy of the Resolution and an Affidavit of Acceptance Form. Please complete the AFFIDAVIT OF ACCEPTANCE FORM, have the signature(s) notarized, and forward (or hand deliver) the completed form and 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 after the recorded Affidavit of Acceptance and Resolution are received ®f.'rnited orl RRr.cy;I d Pap • • by us and any conditions of the Resolutions required prior to issuance of building permits are met. Please read the conditions of the Resolution to determine, which conditions must be met prior to the City issuing building/grading permits. Please feel free to call me at (310) 377-1521 if you have any questions. Sincerely, Ste, olanta Schwartz fanning Director Enclosures: AFFIDAVIT OF ACCEPTANCE FORM RESOLUTION NO. 2004-11 EXHIBIT "A" DEVELOPMENT PLAN Cc: Douglas McHattie, Bolton Engineering (Resolution only) Criss Gunderson, Architect (Resolution only) L, Er co r- m I-u D O 0 co -n m O Postage $ Certified Fee Return Reciept Fee (Endorsement Required) Restricted Delivery Fee (Endorsement Required) Total Po Sent To Street, Ap. or PO Box City, State Postmark Here 45.11 Mr. & Mrs. Austin Su 4 Seahurst Rd. Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274 df ej �1;C7Lu_k : a r " Certified Mail *ides: c A mailing recei c A unique identifier for your mailpiece c A record of delivery kept by the Postal Service for two years Important Reminders: c Certified Mail may ONLY be combined with First -Class Mail® or Priority Mail®. c Certified Mail is not available for any class of intemational mail. c NO INSURANCE COVERAGE IS PROVIDED with Certified Mail. 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Internet access to delivery information is not available on mail addressed to APOs and FPOs. (asJanad) ZOOZ eunr'008E wiod Sd Ln Ln Ln 7E103 16 81:1 0002 37 89 5 59 5 5 CITY OF ROLLING HILLS 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD ROLLING HILLS, CA 90274 U.S. Postal ServicerM CERTIFIED MAILM RECEIPT (Domestic Mail Only; No Insurance Coverage Provided) /1111101/111,111.11•4lrill.1tOl. tLtk,flJL!b1}.1t4JtI.1. rrl Postage I $ C:1 Certed Fee 111 Postmark (End:r= tTtef&Zireed1 Here 0 Restricted Delivery Fee ca (Endorsement Required) .11 Total Po Mr. & Mrs. Austin Su rrl tzt Sent To 4 Seahurst Rd. r- gt met, Ap Rolling Hills Estates, CA or PO Box 90274 CV, State gin df Mr. & Mrs. Austin Su 4 Seahurst Rd. Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274 • SENDER: COMPLETE THIS SECTION • Complete items 1, 2, and 3. Also complete Item 4 If Restricted Delivery Is desired. • Print your name and address on the reverse so that we can return the card to you. • Attach this card to the back of the mailpiece, or on the front if space permits. 1. Article Addressed to: Mr. & Mrs. Austin Su 4 Seahurst Rd. Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274 A. Received by (Please Print Clearly) B. Date of Delivery C. Signature X D. Is delivery address different from Item 1? If YES, enter delivery address below: ❑ Agent ❑ Addressee ❑ Yes ❑ No 3. Service Type Erbertified Mail ❑ Express Mail ❑ Registered ❑ Return Receipt for Merchandise ❑ insured Mail ❑ C.O.D. 4. Restricted Delivery? (Extra Fee) ❑ Yes 2. Article Number (Cop from service label) 1 t uc t2 (C: 41L1�e41 �esott411 o .. No 2 oOy - 11 PSF, ""..7003 1680 0002 3789 5595 102595.994.0789 • C1i ./ /E0f/ Jh/L April 21, 2004 Mr. and Mrs. Austin Su 4 Seahurst Road 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. 676. Request for Site Plan Review , Variance and CUP. Dear Mr. and Mrs. Su: This letter shall serve to notify you that the Planning Commission adopted a resolution on April 20, 2004 granting your request in Zoning Case No. 676, specified above. That action, accompanied by the record of the proceedings before the Commission will be reported to the City Council on April 26, 2004, at their regular meeting beainnina at 7:30 PM. 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 record an Affidavit of Acceptance Form together with the subject resolution in the Office of the County Recorder before the Commission's action takes effect. A copy of the Resolutions is enclosed for your review. Please familiarize yourselves with the conditions of approval. After the City Council's action, I will provide you instructions for recordation of the Affidavit Of Acceptance Form and the Resolution. Please feel free to call me at (310) 377-1521 if you have any questions. Sin "rely, lanta Schwartz lanning Director Cc: Doug McHattie, Bolton Engineering (Letter only) Chris Gunderson, Architect (Letter only) Ana I'ruderi or fir.r,vrand {"';ora • . RESOLUTION NO. 2004-11. A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING A SITE PLAN REVIEW APPROVAL FOR GRADING AND CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE ON A VACANT PARCEL OF LAND; GRANTING A VARIANCE TO CONSTRUCT A RETAINING WALL IN THE FRONT YARD AREA AND GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO CONSTRUCT A BELOW GROUND SPORTS COURT IN ZONING CASE NO. 676 AT 18 PINE TREE LANE, LOT 81-2 -RH, (SU). THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS DOES HEREBY FIND, RESOLVE AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. Applications were duly filed by Mr. and Mrs. Austin Su with respect to real property located at 18 Pine Tree Lane, Rolling Hills (Lot 81-2-RH) requesting 1) Site Plan Review for grading and construction of a new 7,214 square foot single family residence with 1,253 square foot garage, 6,613 square foot basement, 700 square foot swimming pool, 96 square foot service yard and a future stable; 2) Variance to construct retaining wall in the front yard area, and: 3) Conditional Use Permit to construct an 800 square foot below ground sports court, which is a part of the 6,613 square foot basement. Section 2. The Planning Commission conducted duly noticed public hearings to consider the applications on November 18, December 16, 2003, January 20, 2004, February 17, 2004, March 16, 2004 and at two field trip visits on January 17, 2004 and March 16, 2004 The applicants were notified of the public hearings in writing by first class mail and were in attendance. 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. Section 3. The property is currently vacant consisting of 3.35 Acres, gross, and is located in the RAS-2 zoning district. The property is irregular in shape and it gains access from Pine Tree Lane. Section 4. During the proceedings and public hearings, the Planning Commission expressed concerns relating to the size of the proposed residence, grading quantities and the overall location of the proposed dwelling, close to the edge of the building pad. As a result, the applicant reduced the grading quantities and slightly reoriented the proposed house. Section 5. The Planning Commission finds that the project qualifies as Class 3 Exemption and is therefore, exempt from environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act. Section 6. Section 17.46.020 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 Reso. 2004-11 Su 1 • • 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 construction of the stable and the addition to the existing structure 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, and for equestrian facilities. The project conforms to Zoning Code setback requirements with the Variance approved in Section 11 of this Resolution. The lot has a net area of 123,710 square feet, as calculated for development purposes. The size of the proposed structures will be 9,712 square feet, which constitutes 7.9% of the net lot area, which is within the maximum 20% structural lot coverage permitted. The total lot coverage including paved areas and driveways will be 21,153 square feet which is 17.1% of the net lot area, which is within the 35% maximum overall lot coverage permitted. The proposed project is located below the road so as to reduce the visual impact of the development. B. The project substantially preserves the natural and undeveloped state of the lot by minimizing building coverage. The topography and the configuration of the lot has been considered, and it was determined that the proposed development will not adversely affect or be materially detrimental to adjacent uses, buildings, or structures because the proposed construction will be constructed in an area, which is already devoid of vegetation, will be the least intrusive to surrounding properties, will be screened and landscaped with mature trees and shrubs, is of sufficient distance from nearby residences so that it 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, and is consistent with the scale of the neighborhood when compared to properties in the vicinity. The proposed structures will follow the pattern and style of other residences. D. The development plan incorporates existing trees and native vegetation to the maximum extent feasible. Native vegetation and trees that will be lost to the new development will be replaced on a 1:1 ratio. E. The development plan substantially preserves the natural and undeveloped state of the lot by minimizing building coverage because the new structures will not cause the lot to look overdeveloped. Significant portions of, the lot will be left undeveloped. F. 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 in the vicinity and will utilize a driveway from an existing street. Reso. 2004-11 Su 2 G. The project is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act. Section 7. Based upon the foregoing findings and the evidence in the record, the Planning Commission hereby approves the Site Plan Review application for Zoning Case No. 676 for the proposed structures, subject to the conditions contained in Section 12 of this Resolution. Section 8. Section 17.16.210(A)(7) of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code permits approval of a sports court under certain conditions, provided the Planning Commission approves a Conditional Use Permit. The applicant is requesting to construct, (as part of the basement), an 800 square foot below ground sports court (racquetball court). With respect to this request for a Conditional Use Permit, the Planning Commission finds as follows: A. The granting of a Conditional Use Permit for the underground sports court would be consistent with the purposes and objectives of the Zoning Ordinance and General Plan because the use is consistent with similar uses in the community and is a permitted use with a CUP. The area proposed for the sports court will be a part of the basement and such use will not change the proposed configuration of dwelling on the lot. B. The nature, condition, and development of adjacent uses, buildings, and structures have been considered, and the sports court will not adversely affect or be materially detrimental to these adjacent uses, buildings, or structures because the proposed use will be located below ground in the single family dwelling and will not impact the view or privacy of surrounding neighbors. C. The project is harmonious in scale and mass with the site, the natural terrain, and surrounding residences because the sports court will comply with the low profile residential development pattern and will not be visible. D. The proposed conditional use complies with all applicable development standards of the zone district, because it is a permitted use under the Municipal Code. E. The proposed conditional use is consistent with the portions of the Los Angeles County Hazardous Waste Management Plan relating to siting and siting criteria for hazardous waste facilities because the project site is not listed on the current State of California Hazardous Waste and Substances Sites List. Section 9. Based upon the foregoing findings and the evidence in the record, the Planning Commission hereby approves a Conditional Use Permit for the construction of an underground sports court, subject to the conditions contained in Section 12 of this Resolution. Section 10. Section 17.16.110 requires that the front yard setback be fifty (50) feet from the roadway easement line, and be unobstructed from the ground upwards. In order to construct a driveway to the proposed development, a retaining wall is necessary to be a part of the development. Such retaining wall, having a maximum Reso. 2004-11 Su 3 • • height of 5 feet is proposed to be constructed in the front yard. With respect to this request for a Variance, the Planning Commission finds as follows: A. There are exceptional and extraordinary circumstances and conditions applicable to the property that do not apply generally to the other property or class of use in the same zone because the lot is irregular in shape and is developed with a substantial slope from the front property line to the 50-foot front yard setback line. The proposed retaining wall will assist in preventing an existing slope from potential collapse, and will protect the hillside from damage due to erosion. B. The Variance is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of a substantial property right possessed by other property in the same vicinity and zone, but which is denied to the property in question because due to the existing grade and irregular shape of the property, the placement of the house and driveway require a small cut into the toe of the slope. The developable portion of this lot is about 40 feet lower than the street above (cul-de-sac), and therefore the access must be sloped towards the building pad, which requires a wall. C. The granting of the Variance would not be materially detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to the property or improvements in such vicinity and zone in which the property is located because the wall will be incorporated into the landscaping and will contain planters. In addition, the wall will not be visible from the public right-of-way and will be screened. Construction of said wall would eliminate the necessity for any additional grading on the hillside. Section 11. Based upon the foregoing findings and the evidence in the record, the Planning Commission hereby approves the Variance to permit the construction of a retaining wall that will be located in the front yard, subject to the conditions contained in Section 12 of this Resolution. Section 12 The Site Plan Review approval regarding the grading and construction of a new single family residence, the Conditional Use Permit regarding the construction of an underground sports court, and the Variance regarding the location of a retaining wall, are subject to the following conditions: A. The Site Plan Review, Variance, and Conditional Use Permit approvals shall expire within one year from the effective date of approval as defined in Sections 17.38.070(A), 17.42.070(A), and 17.46.080(A) of the Zoning Ordinance unless otherwise extended pursuant to the requirements of those sections. B. If any conditions of approval are violated, this approval shall be suspended and the privileges granted hereunder 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. Reso. 2004-11 Su 4 • • C. All requirements of the Building Code, the Zoning Ordinance, and of the zone in which the subject property is located must be complied with, unless otherwise set forth in this approval. D. The lot shall be developed and maintained in substantial conformance with the site plan, dated February 12, 2004, except as otherwise provided in these conditions. E. Structural lot coverage shall not exceed 9,713 square feet or 7.9% of the net lot area in conformance with structural lot coverage limitations. F. Total lot coverage of structures and paved areas shall not exceed 21,153 square feet or 17.1% of the net lot area in conformance with lot coverage limitations. G. The disturbed area of the lot shall not exceed 48,990 square feet or 39.6% of the net lot area in conformance with disturbed area limitations. H. Residential building pad coverage on the 32,640 square foot residential building pad shall not exceed 9,713 square feet or 29.8%. I. Grading for the project shall not exceed 3,525 cubic yards of cut soil and 3,525 cubic yards of fill soil, and shall be balanced on site. These grading quantities shall include excavation for the basement and the sports court. J. The proposed basement shall not exceed 6,613 square feet and the sports court within the basement may not exceed 800 square feet. The basement construction shall meet all requirements of the Los Angeles County Building Code and City Zoning Ordinance pertaining to basements. K. The maximum ridge height of the development from the finished grade shall not exceed 16'6". L. The proposed driveway shall not exceed 20 feet in width, of which 16 feet may be paved. The driveway approach may not exceed 24 feet in width, as approved by the Traffic Commission. The driveway shall be of earth tone color, to the satisfaction of staff. M. All graded areas shall be landscaped. Landscaping shall incorporate and preserve, to the maximum extent feasible, the existing native trees and shrubs and provide for natural landscape screening surrounding the proposed development. N. 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. O. Landscaping for the project shall be designed using native trees and Reso. 2004-11 Su 5 • • shrubs. The trees when planted shall be mature, however, at full maturity, the trees shall not exceed the highest ridge of the structure, so as not to obstruct views of neighboring properties but, shall obscure the development. The existing trees along the proposed driveway shall remain, so as to block the view of the driveway from 10 Blackwater Canyon Road, as requested by the property owner. In addition, the area behind the residence, especially north east of the patio area, (located to the east of the swimming pool, as shown on a plan dated February 12, 2004), shall be planted with mature trees, which at maturity shall not exceed the highest ridge of the development. P. Prior to the issuance of building or grading permit, the applicant shall comply with the following requirements and mitigation measures recommended in the Biological Assessment Study prepared by Myra L. Frank Jones & Stokes, dated January 14, 2004: 1. Submit two copies of a plan for review by the Landscaping Committee, showing: a) The location and size of the area of native chaparral of the Sumac series, and other native plants that will be lost due to grading, b) The location where the lost native vegetation plants will be relocated to at a minimum ratio of 1 to 1. Suggested area for relocation would be in the ruderal portion along the southeastern edge of the parcel. Provide a list and size at time of planting of the native plants proposed for the replacement area(s), c) Comply with the recommendations listed in the study regarding mitigation measures to minimize the risk of catastrophic wildfire. Q. Prior to the issuance of building or grading permit, two copies of a preliminary landscape plan shall be submitted for the graded areas, and in compliance with paragraphs M, N, 0, and P above, for review by the Landscaping Committee. The plans shall show area of and include native drought -resistant vegetation that will not disrupt the impact of the views of neighboring properties. The landscaping plan submitted must comply with the purpose and intent of the Site Plan Review Ordinance, shall incorporate existing mature trees and native vegetation, and shall utilize to the maximum extent feasible, plants that are native to the area and/or consistent with the rural character of the community. R. A security deposit in the amount of the cost estimate of the implementation of the landscaping and mitigation plan described the above paragraphs, plus 15% shall be required to be posted prior to issuance of a drainage, grading and building permits and shall be retained with the City for not less than two years after landscape installation. The security deposit shall include the cost of labor, material and installation of irrigation system. The retained security will be released by the City Manager after the City Manager determines that the landscaping and mitigation was installed pursuant to the landscaping plan as approved, and that such landscaping is properly established and in good condition. S. A drainage plan shall be approved by the Planning Department and County District Engineer, to include all water from any site irrigation systems and shall ensure that all drainage from the site is conveyed in an approved manner. Reso. 2004-11 Su 6 • T. If an above ground drainage system is utilized, it shall be designed in such a mariner as to not cross over any equestrian trails. The drainage system(s) shall not discharge water onto a trail, shall incorporate earth tone colors, including in the design of the dissipater and be screened from any trail and neighbors views to the maximum extent practicable, without impairing the function of the drainage system. U. The project is subject to General Permit No.CAS000002 (Storm Water Discharges Associated with Construction Activities). The applicant shall comply with the requirements of this permits as required by the California Regional Water Quality Control Board. V. 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. W. During construction, conformance with local ordinances and engineering practices so that people or property is not exposed to landslides, mudflows, erosion, or land subsidence shall be required. X. During construction, conformance with the air quality management district requirements, storm water 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. Y. 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 storm water pollution as required by the County of Los Angeles. Z. During and after construction, all parking shall take place on the project site. AA. 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. AB. During construction the property owner shall ensure that the construction fence, if erected, is not located in or is blocking an easement. AC. The property owners shall be required to conform to the Regional Water Quality Control Board and County Health Department requirements for the installation and maintenance of septic tank facilities. AD. The property owners shall be required to conform to the Regional Water Quality Control Board and County Public Works Department Best Management Practices (BMP's) related to solid waste and storm water pollution prevention. Reso. 2004-11 Su 7 • • AE. Notwithstanding Sections 17.46.020 and 17.46.070 of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code, any modifications to the property, which would constitute additional structural development, shall require the filing of a new application for approval by the Planning Commission. AF. The project must be reviewed and approved by the Rolling Hills Community Association Architectural Review Committee prior to the issuance of grading or building permit. AG. The applicant shall pay all of the applicable Los Angeles County Building and Safety and Public Works Department fees, including, but not be limited to school fees and City's Parks and Recreation Fees for a new residence. AH. 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. AI. Prior to granting a final inspection and/or certificate of occupancy, utility lines to the residence, and stable if constructed, shall be placed underground. AJ. The City's and the Community Association's requirements related to outdoor lighting, roofing material and construction and all other requirements shall be complied with. AK. Prior to the submittal of an applicable final grading plan to the County of Los Angeles for plan check, a detailed grading and drainage plan with related geology, soils and hydrology reports that conform to the development plan as approved by the Planning Commission must be submitted to the Rolling Hills Planning Department staff for their review. AL. The applicants shall execute an Affidavit of Acceptance of all conditions of the Variance, Conditional Use Permit and Site Plan Review approvals, or the approval shall not be effective. AM. All conditions, when applicable, of the Variance, Conditional Use Permit and Site Plan Review approvals must be complied with prior to the issuance of a grading or building permit from the County of Los Angeles. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 20th DAY OF APRIL, 2004 ARVEL WITTE, CHAIRMAN ATTEST: MARILYN KERN, DEPUTY CITY CLERK Reso. 2004-11 Su 8 STATE OF CALIFORNIA) COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) §§ CITY OF ROLLING HILLS) I certify that the foregoing Resolution 2004-11 entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING A SITE PLAN REVIEW APPROVAL FOR GRADING AND CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE ON A VACANT PARCEL OF LAND; GRANTING A VARIANCE TO CONSTRUCT A RETAINING WALL IN THE FRONT YARD AREA AND GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO CONSTRUCT A BELOW GROUND SPORTS COURT IN ZONING CASE NO. 676 AT 18 PINE TREE LANE, LOT 81-2 -RH, (SU). was approved and adopted at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission on April 20, 2004 by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners Hankins, Margeta, Sommer and Chairman Witte. NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: Commissioner DeRoy. and in compliance with the laws of California was posted at the following: Administrative Offices. j'\;. , DEPUTY CITY3CLERK Reso. 2004-11 Su 9 � f Grp ./!2?P..e Jd,PF, COURTESY REMINDER March 29, 2005 Mr. and Mrs. Austin Su 4 Seahurst Road 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. 676, SITE PLAN FOR NEW RESIDENCE and CUP FOR SPORTS COURT AT 18 PINE TREE LANE Dear Mr. and Mrs. Su: This letter is to inform you that it has been almost one year since the Planning Commission granted the approval of Zoning Case No. 676. The approval will expire on MAY 20, 2005, unless grading and/or construction commences on or prior to that date. You can request an extension of the approval for two years only if you apply to the Planning Commission in writing to request an extension prior to the expiration date. In your request indicate the reason for seeking the extension. The filing fee for the time extension is $200 payable to the City of Rolling Hills. The Planning Commission meets on the third Tuesday of each month. In order for your request to be placed on the Planning Commission's agenda, it must be submitted to the Planning Department a minimum of two weeks prior to the Commission's meeting. The next Planning Commission meetings will be held on April 19, 2005 and May 17, 2005. Should you have any questions, please call me at 310 377-1521. Sincelely, Yplanta Schwartz G Planning Director cc: Douglas McHattie, Bolton Engineering Criss Gunderson, Architect ‘ti 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. AFFIDAVIT 0 F ACCEPTANCE FORM STATE OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES CITY OF ROLLING HILLS ) §§ ZONING CASE NO. 676 04 1770499 SITE PLAN REVIEW XX VARIANCE X X CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT X X LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT I (We) the undersigned state: I am (We are) the owner(s) of the real property described as follows: 18 PINE TREE LANE, ROLLING HILLS, (LOT 81-2-RH) CA 90274 This property is the subject of the above numbered case and conditions of approval I am (We are) aware of, and accept, al! the stated conditions in said ZONING CASE NO. 676 SITE PLAN REVIEW VARIANCE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT XX XX XX T Recorder's Use Only I (We) certify (or declare) u er the penalt of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct. / — [ ...---- Slgnate �( /7� / �� Signature/� �7/� Name typed or printed Name typed or rinted cp, Address 9 . 6,.,4 p 7c Address i z,, 67,4 p ,,,1/ City/State City/State Signatures must be acknowledged by a notary public. State of California County of Los Angeles ) On 07 MAY2004 beforeme, Joyce F. Liu, Notary Public, personally appeared ATTSTTN SIT and CZARTNA T,O* personally known to me (or proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence) to be the person(s) whose name(s) i subscribed to the within instrument d acknowledged to me that Ilkxecuted the same in itsitparC7 authorized capacity(ies) and that byybiabeth fr signature(s) on the instrument the person(s), or the entity upon behalf of which the person(s) acted, executed the instrument. OFFICIAL SEAL Witness byhand and official al. JI01ICE F. UU NOTARY PUS UC 13 4670 A COMI LOS ANGELES COUNTY IMyCommission Exp. Feb.16, 2007 ( v Signaturd of Notary SEE EXHIBIT "A" ATTACHED HERETO AND * * * * * * * * * * * * * MADE A PART HEREOF • Atfin.g. _I /'L 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 March 17, 2004 Mr. and Mrs. Austin Su 4 Seahurst Road Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274 SUBJECT: ZONING CASE NO. 676. Request for a Site Plan Review, CUP and a Variance. Dear Mr. and Mrs. Su: This letter shall serve to notify you that the Planning Commission voted at their regular meeting on March 16, 2004 to direct staff to prepare a resolution to approve your request. 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. Please review the Resolution, when you receive it. 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 scheduled for Tuesday, April 20, 2004. 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, April 26, 2004. Feel free to call me at (310) 377-1521 if you have any questions regarding this matter. Si nperely, Ygy1ta Schwartz, Plannin'rector cc: Douglas McHattie, Bolton Engineering Criss Gunderson, Architect @f.'rniter! on Piu<,yr:Inri MURRAY SMITH Ms. Yolanta Schwartz Planning Director City of Rolling Hills 2 Portuguese Bend Road Rolling Hills, CA 90274 Re: Zoning Case No. 676 18 Pine Tree Lane Dear Ms. Schwartz: By. oriBZIM JAN 2 6 2004 CITY OF ROLLING HILLS Thank you for showing me the proposed plan for the 18 Pine Tree Lane property. The purpose of this letter is not to raise any objection to the project per se, but to request that the Planning Commission consider the installation of trees as a screen of the structure as seen from Upper Blackwater Canyon Rd. Also, as a screen for outside night lights including those that might be under the eaves. My house is at an elevation of about 800 feet and the direct sightlines from the living room, dining room, den and bedroom overlook this site. There is a row of existing trees which I hope will remain in place. Thank you for your consideration. Very truly yours, f/' /J�j�2.-^-a 7 Murray Smith P.S. For your reference, my daytime phone number is (310) 329-9000. 10 Upper Blackwater Canyon, Rolling Hills, CA 90274 City O/ �OItLC�It� �/LS 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 5, 2004 Mr. Austin Su Ms. Czarina Lo 4 Seahurst Road Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274 SUBJECT: ZONING CASE NO. 676. Request for extension/continuance. Dear Mr. Su and Ms. Lo: Pursuant to California Government Code, an agency has 90-days from adopting a negative environmental declaration or declaring the project exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) to approve or deny the application. When a project is exempt from CEQA, such as this project, the time line starts at the first public hearing. In order to continue your case, we need your approval and request for continuation. Please sign the enclosed form and mail back to me, prior to the January 17, 2004 field trip. You or your representative could sign the consent letter. Thank you for your cooperation. Please call me at (310) 377-1521 if you have any questions. Sinc rely, r�1/4 • Tanta Schwartz Tanning Director Cc: Criss Gunderson, Architect Douglas McHattie, Bolton Engineering @Printed on FteCyr:jr;(1 1'0pr rr LETTER OF CONSENT TO EXTENSION OF TIME Government Code Section 65957 Date: January 5, 2004 Application: Zoning Case No. 676 18 Pine Tree Lane, Rolling Hills, CA Department of Planning City of Rolling Hills 2 Portuguese Bend Road Rolling Hills, California 90274 Attn: Yolanta Schwartz Pursuant to California Government Code Section 65957, Mr. Su and Ms. Lo hereby request and consent 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 applicants also request and consent to a continuance of this application from the December 13, 2003 Planning Commission meeting (field trip), to the January 17, 2004 Planning Commission meeting (field trip) to allow the applicants to stake the project. Signature of Applicant or Applicant's Representative Printed Name of Applicant or Applicant's Representative Received by: Signature of Applicant or Applicant's Representative Printed Name of Applicant or Applicant's Representative LETTER OF CONSENT TO EXTENSION OF TIME Government Code Section 65957 Date: January 5, 2004 Application: Zoning Case No. 676 18 Pine Tree Lane, Rolling Hills, CA Department of Planning City of Rolling Hills 2 Portuguese Bend Road Rolling Hills, California 90274 Attn: Yolanta Schwartz Pursuant to California Government Code Section 65957, Mr. Su and Ms. Lo hereby request and consent 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 applicants also request and consent to a continuance of this application from the December 13, 2003 Planning Commission meeting (field trip), to the January 17, 2004 Planning Commission meeting (field trip) to allow the applicants to stake the project. pp Si nature of Applicant 9 or Applicant's Representative d (e-A s j /`1 G/IA i 71 L.` Printed Name of Applicant or Applicant's Representative Received by: vl ) r,Gf o G/0 Signature of Applicant or Applicant's Representative Printed Name of Applicant or Applicant's Representative • Ci1f ofie P?.,y JUL FIELD TRIP NOTIFICATION December 18, 2003 Mr. Austin Su Ms. Czarina Lo 4 Seahurst Road Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274 w 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. 676. Request for Site Plan Review for grading and construction of a new residence and a Variance for a wall in the front yard at 18 Pine Tree Lane. Dear Mr. Su and Ms. Lo: The Planning Commission rescheduled a field trip to your property to view a silhouette of the proposed project on Saturday. January 17. 2004. The Planning Commission will visit two other properties before visiting your project. Although the public hearing will start at 8:00 a.m. on that day, it is anticipated that the Commission will arrive at your property shortly after 8:00 a.m. The owner and/or representative must be present to answer any questions regarding the proposal. The site must be prepared according to the enclosed Silhouette Construction Guidelines and the following requirements: A. A full-size silhouette in conformance with the attached guidelines must be prepared for ALL STRUCTURES of the project showing the footprints and roof ridges indicating heights, including future stable; B. Stake the side property line adjacent to the vacant lot to the south of this property and indicate extent of disturbance near that area; C. Stake the front property line (at roadway easement), and front setback line in the area of the proposed residence; D. Show the height of the finished floor of the proposed residence; E. Show the outline of the proposed basement; ®Prirtlurt Or Fiecyr:INd Rip,” F. Show the outline of the swimming pool, patios — covered and uncovered and porte cochere, if any; G. Indicate (ie with a ribbon), which trees, shrubs and other vegetation will be removed as a result of this project; H. Delineate the extent of the area to be disturbed; I. Stake the proposed driveway, the walls and driveway approach. Your neighbors within 1000-foot radius will be notified of this field trip. After the field trip, the next meeting of the Planning Commission will take place on Tuesday. January 20. 2004, at which time the Commission will further discuss and deliberate your proposal. Please call me at (310) 377-1521 if you have any questions. Sincerely, Yolanta Schwartz Planning Director Cc: Criss Gunderson, Architect Douglas McHattie, Bolton Engineering City Ol ie0ii1•%ti} iif_ 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 FIELD TRIP NOTIFICATION November 20, 2003 Mr. Austin Su Ms. Czarina Lo 4 Seahurst Road Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274 SUBJECT: ZONING CASE NO. 676. Request for Site Plan Review for grading and construction of a new residence and a Variance for a wall in the front yard at 18 Pine Tree Lane. Dear Mr. Su and Ms. Lo: The Planning Commission will conduct a field inspection of your property to view a silhouette of the proposed project on SATURDAY. DECEMBER 13. 2003. The Planning Commission will visit two other properties before visiting your project. Although the public hearing will start at 8:00 a.m. on that day, it is anticipated that the Commission will arrive at your property around 8:30 a.m. or shortly thereafter. The owner and/or representative must be present to answer any questions regarding the proposal. The site must be prepared according to the enclosed Silhouette Construction Guidelines and the following requirements: A. A full-size silhouette in conformance with the attached guidelines must be prepared for ALL STRUCTURES of the project showing the footprints and roof ridges indicating heights, including future stable; B. Stake the side property line adjacent to the vacant lot to the south of this property and indicate extent of disturbance near that area; C. Stake the front property line (at roadway easement), and front setback line in the area of the proposed residence; D. Show the height of the finished floor of the proposed residence; E. Show the outline of the proposed basement; W F'rinterl nn I;er.yrir:d f'ap': • F. Show the outline of the swimming pool, patios — covered and uncovered and porte cochere, if any; G. Indicate (ie with a ribbon), which trees, shrubs and other vegetation will be removed as a result of this project; H. Delineate the extent of the area to be disturbed; I. Stake the proposed driveway, the walls and driveway approach. Your neighbors within 1000-foot radius will be notified of this field trip. After the field trip, the next meeting of the Planning Commission will take place on Tuesday, December 16, 2003. Please call me at (310) 377-1521 if you have any questions. Sincerely, 1 YoInta Schwartz Planning Director Cc: Criss Gunderson, Architect Douglas McHattie, Bolton Engineering •City ofieling _WA •• INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957 NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274 (310) 377.1521 FAX: (3101377-7288 Email: cilyolrh@aol.com SILHOUETTE CONSTRUCTION GUIDELINES When required by the Planning Commission or City Council, a silhouette of proposed construction should be erected for the week preceding the designated Planning Commission or City Council meeting. 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 i n 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. a t* 4 SECTION PLAN • City ie0it JdPP FRANK E. HILL Mayor THOMAS F. HEINSHEIMER Mayor Pro Tem DR. JAMES BLACK Councilmember B. ALLEN LAY Councilmember GODFREY PERNELL, D.D.S. Councilmember November 20, 2003 Mr. Doug McHattie Bolton Engineering Corporation 707 Silver Spur Road, Suite 201 Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274 Dear Mr. McHattie: 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 At the regular meeting of the Rolling Hills Traffic Commission held Thursday, November 20, 2003, Commissioners requested that the Traffic Engineer to review the proposed driveway entrance for the development at 18 Pine Tree Lane. At the conclusion of the Commission meeting, the Traffic Engineer reviewed this location and recommended that the driveway be approved as presented. This recommendation will be forwarded to the Planning Commission. Should you wish to discuss this further, please do not hesitate to call. Thank you for your cooperation and support. Sincerely, Craig R. Nealis City Manager CRN:mlk 11/20/03mchattie.l tr cc: Traffic Commission Yolanta Schwartz, Planning Director Mr. Austin Su & Ms. Czarina Lo @Pm,it i:rl ter I to(:yr:lad Riper � 4110 Ci1 Jh// FRANK E. HILL Mayor THOMAS F. HEINSHEIMER Mayor Pro Tem DR. JAMES BLACK Councilmember B. ALLEN LAY Councilmember GODFREY PERNELL, D.D.S. Councilmember November 10, 2003 Mr. Doug McHattie Bolton Engineering Corporation 707 Silver Spur Road, Suite 201 Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274 Dear Mr. McHattie: 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 As you know, you are representing Mr. Austin Su and Ms. Czarina Lo with a Site Plan Review request for a new residence at 18.Pine Tree Lane. Establishment of this residence requires that the driveway access at 18 Pine Tree Lane be reviewed and approved by the Traffic Commission. The Traffic Commission will review the proposed driveway location at their meeting to be held on Thursday, November 20, 2003 beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Rolling Hills City Council Chambers, 2 Portuguese Bend Road, Rolling Hills. It is anticipated that the Commission will adjourn to a site visit of the location. It would therefore be appreciated if you could please stake the driveway apron width as it meets Pine Tree Lane. Thank you for your cooperation. Should you wish to discuss this further, please do not hesitate to call. Sincerely, raig R. Nealis City Manager CRN:mlk 11/10/03su/lo.ltr cc: Yolanta Schwartz, Planning Director Mr. Austin Su & Ms. Czarina Lo eU'r, 1, d1 or F9neydr,d I's1u01 01111 SS £'1IfI0fftfl(O i INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957 o NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274 (310) 377-1521 FAX: (310) 377-7288 E-mail: cityofrh@aol.com November 6, 2003 STATUS OF APPLICATION & NOTIFICATION OF MEETING Mr. Austin Su Ms. Czarina Lo 4 Seahurst Road Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274 SUBJECT: ZONING CASE NO. 676. Request for Site Plan Review for grading and construction of a new residence and a Variance for a wall in the front yard at 18 Pine Tree Lane. Dear Mr. Su, and Ms. Lo: 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. However. condition No. 75 of Resolution No. 733. an approval of the subdivision. which created the lot known as 18 Pine Tree Lane. requires that a biological assessment bv an independent biologist. approved bv the City. be prepared prior to commencement of grading and construction. Since the Planning Commission will be reviewing the extent of aradina and the desian. location. size. aesthetics and compatibility of the residence on the lot. such report must be submitted to the Planning Commission for their consideration in coniunction with their consideration of the proiect. will place your case on the November 18, 2003 Planning Commission agenda, however, should the Commissioners determine that their deliberation must include the biological assessment, they may continue this case until such time as when the report is submitted. Please be advised that the Commission meets once a month, on the third Tuesday of each month. 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. 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, November 14, 2003. We will forward a copy to you and your representatives. ®Pnnte•�I (r R.'>ryr.lnri 1'8gn:v Please call me at (310) 377-1521 if you have any questions. Sincerely, olanta Schwartz lanning Director cc: Mr. Douglas McHattie, Bolton Engineering Mr. Criss Gunderson, Architect