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743, Construct a trellis around the, Resolutions & Approval ConditionsRESOLUTION NO. 2004-14 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 TO REPLACE AN EXISTING RESIDENCE IN ZONING CASE NO. 685 AT 3 EUCALYPTUS LANE (LOT 53-RH), (PIEPER). THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS DOES HEREBY FIND, RESOLVE AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. An application was 'duly filed by Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Pieper with respect to real property located at 3 Eucalyptus Lane, (Lot 53-RH), Rolling Hills, CA requesting a Site Plan Review to permit grading and construction for a new 5,530 square foot single family residence, 973 square foot garage, 800 square foot swimming pool/spa, service yard and 450 square foot future stable. A 2,640 square foot basement is also proposed. Section 2. The Planning Commission conducted duly noticed public hearings to consider the application on March 16, and April 20, 2004 and at a field trip visit on April 20, 2004. The applicants were notified of the public hearings in writing by first class mail. Evidence was heard and presented from all persons interested in affecting said proposal and from members of the City staff and the Planning Commission having reviewed, analyzed and studied said proposal. The applicant and his representatives were in attendance at the hearings. Section 3. The property is zoned RAS-1 and is 2.06 acres (gross) in size and 1.7 acres net. The existing residence will be demolished. A new driveway to the residence is proposed to be constructed off Eucalyptus Lane. Section 4. The Planning Commission finds that the project qualifies as a Class 3 Exemption (The State of CA Guidelines, Section 15303) and is therefore categorically exempt from environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act. Section 5. Section 17.46.030 requires a development plan to be submitted for site plan review and approval before any grading requiring a grading permit or any building or structure may be constructed or any expansion, addition, alteration or repair to existing buildings may be made which involve changes to grading or an increase to the size of the building or structure by at least 1,000 square feet and has the effect of increasing the size of the building by more than twenty-five percent (25%) in any thirty-six (36) month period. With respect to the Site Plan Review application requesting construction of the new house, 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 structure complies with the General Plan requirement of low profile, low -density residential development with sufficient open space between surrounding structures. The project conforms to Zoning Code setback and lot coverage requirements. The net lot area of the lot is 72,744 square feet, (1.7 acres). The proposed residence (5,530 sq.ft.), garage (973 sq.ft.), service yard (96 sq.ft.), swimming pool (800 sq.ft.) and future stable (450 sq.ft.) will have 7,849 square feet of structures, which constitutes 10.8% of the net lot which is within the maximum 20% structural lot coverage requirement. A 2,640 square foot basement is proposed for this development The total lot coverage including all structures, paved areas and driveway will be 13,529 square feet, which constitutes 18.6% of the net lot which is within the 35% maximum overall net lot coverage requirement. The proposed project is screened from the road so as to reduce the visual impact of the development. The disturbed area of the lot will be 39.5%, which is within the 40% maximum permitted, and includes the stable. B. The development plan substantially preserves the natural and undeveloped state of the lot by minimizing building coverage because the new structure will not cause the lot to look overdeveloped. Significant portions of the lot will be left undeveloped so as to maintain open space on the property. The nature, condition, and development of adjacent uses, buildings, and structures and the topography of the lot have been considered, and the construction of the new house will not adversely affect or be materially detrimental to the adjacent uses, buildings, or structures because the proposed structure will be constructed on a portion of the lot which is the least intrusive to surrounding properties, will be screened and landscaped with trees and shrubs, is a sufficient distance from nearby residences so that the proposed structure will not impact the view or privacy of surrounding neighbors, and will substantially utilize the existing building pad for the new construction. C. The proposed development, as conditioned, is harmonious in scale and mass with the site, the natural terrain and surrounding residences. As indicated in Paragraph A, the lot coverage maximum set forth in the Zoning Code will not be exceeded and the proposed project is consistent with the scale of the neighborhood. D. The development plan incorporates existing trees and native vegetation to the maximum extent feasible. Specifically, the development plan preserves dense brush and shrubs and supplements it with landscaping that is compatible with and enhances the rural character of the community. E. The development plan follows natural contours of the site to minimize grading and retain thenatural drainage courses. Grading for this project will involve 1,935 cubic yards of cut and 1,935 cubic yards of fill and will be balanced on site. Most of the soil will be generated by excavation for the pool and basement. F. The proposed development is sensitive and not detrimental to the convenience and safety of circulation for pedestrians and vehicles because access will remain from Eucalyptus Lane. G. The project conforms to the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act and is exempt. Section 6. Based upon the foregoing findings, the Planning Commission hereby approves the Site Plan Review application for Zoning Case No. 685 for grading and for Resolution No. 2004-14 Pieper 2 construction of a new residence, as shown on the Development Plan dated March 10, 2004, and marked Exhibit A, subject to the following conditions: A. The Site Plan Review approval shall expire within one year from the effective date of approval if construction pursuant to this approval has not commenced within that time period, as required by Section 17.46.080(A) of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code, or the approval granted is otherwise extended pursuant to the requirements of that section. B. It is declared and made a condition of the Site Plan Review approval, that if any conditions thereof 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. C. All requirements of the Building and Construction Ordinance, the Zoning Ordinance, and of the zone in which the subject property is located must be complied with unless otherwise set forth in the Permit, or shown otherwise on an approved plan. D. The lot shall be developed and maintained in substantial conformance with the site plan on file marked Exhibit A and dated March 10, 2004 except as otherwise provided in these conditions. E. The working drawings submitted to the County Department of Building and Safety for plan check review must conform to the development plan approved with this application. F. Grading shall not exceed 1,935 cubic yards of cut and 1,935 cubic yards of fill and shall be balanced on site. G. Structural lot coverage shall not exceed 7,849 square feet or 10.8%. H. Total lot coverage of structures and paved areas shall not exceed 13,529 square feet or 18.6% in conformance with lot coverage limitations. I. The disturbed area of the lot shall not exceed 28,720 square feet or 39.5% of the net lot area in conformance with lot disturbance limitations: J. Residential building pad coverage on the 26,580 square foot residential building pad shall not exceed 7,849 square feet or 29.5%. K. The proposed basement shall not exceed 2,640 square feet and shall meet all requirements of the Los Angeles County Building Code and City Zoning Ordinance for basements, including exit door and provision for light and ventilation. L. The ridge height of the project shall not exceed 19.5' from the finished grade. Resolution No. 2004-14 Pieper 3 M. The disturbed and graded areas shall be landscaped. Landscaping shall include water efficient irrigation, to the maximum extent feasible, that incorporates 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. If trees are to be used in the landscaping scheme for this project, they shall at full maturity not exceed the ridge height of the residence. N. Access to the development shall be taken from a new driveway. The driveway approach shall not be greter than 24 feet in width and the driveway, before it flares out for access to the garage, shall not exceed 20 feet in width. O. The existing driveway shall be closed off and the area landscaped. P. During construction, any soil disturbance shall preserve the existing topography, flora, and natural features to the greatest extent possible. Q. During construction, conformance with the air quality management district requirements, stormwater pollution prevention practices, county and local ordinances and engineering practices so that people or property are not exposed to undue vehicle trips, noise, dust, and objectionable odors shall be required. R. During construction, an Erosion Control Plan containing the elements set forth in Section 7010 of the 2001 County of Los Angeles Uniform Building Code shall be followed to minimize erosion and to protect slopes and channels to control stormwater pollution as required by the County of Los Angeles. S. During and after construction, all parking shall take place on the project site and, if necessary, any overflow parking shall take place within nearby roadway easements. T. During construction, the property owners shall be required to schedule and regulate construction and related traffic noise throughout the day between the hours of 7 AM and 6 PM, Monday through Saturday only, when construction and mechanical equipment noise is permitted, so as not to interfere with the quiet residential environment of the City of Rolling Hills. U. The 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 tanks. V. 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 stormwater drainage facilities. W. 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. Resolution No. 2004-14 Pieper 4 X. The property owners shall be required to conform to the City of. Rolling Hills Outdoor Lighting Standards Ordinance, roofing material requirements, and all other requirements of the City of Rolling Hills. Y. A drainage plan shall be submitted and approved by the Planning Department and County District Engineer. Such plan shall include any water from any site irrigation systems and shall ensure that all drainage from the site is conveyed in an approved manner. Z. If an above ground drainage system is utilized, it shall be designed in such a manner 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. AA. All utility lines shall be placed underground. AB. 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. AC. 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. AD. 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. AE. Prior to the submittal of an applicable final building plan to the County of Los Angeles for plan check, a detailed drainage plan with related geology, soils and hydrology reports that conform to the development plan as approved by the Planning Commission shall be submitted to the Rolling Hills Planning Department staff for their review and approval. AF. Until the applicants execute an Affidavit of Acceptance of all conditions of this Site Plan Review approval, as required by Section 17.42.070, the approval shall not be effective. - AG. All conditions of the Site Plan approval, that apply, shall be complied with prior to the issuance of a building permit from the County of Los Angeles. Resolution No. 2004-14 Pieper 5 PASSED, APPROVED AND ADQJ IED THIS 18TH DAY OF MAY 2004. ARVr-WIrTE, CHAIRMAN ATTEST: j1/;\,/i. k MARILYN KERN, DEPUTY CITY CLERK Resolution No. 2004-14 Pieper 6 STATE OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) §§ CITY OF ROLLING HILLS I certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 2004-14 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 TO REPLACE AN EXISTING RESIDENCE IN ZONING CASE NO. 685 AT 3. EUCALYPTUS LANE (LOT 53-RH), (PIEPER). was approved and adopted at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission on May 18, 2004 by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners DeRoy, Hankins, Margeta, Sommer and Chairman Witte. NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. and in compliance with the laws of California was posted at Administrative Offices. Resolution No. 2004-14 Pieper DEPUTY CITY CLERK 7 RESOLUTION NO. 2007-09 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING APPROVAL OF A SITE PLAN REVIEW TO CONSTRUCT TRELLISES ON A PROPERTY THAT REQUIRES PLANNING COMMISSION REVIEW DUE TO EXISTING STRUCTURAL DEVELOPMENT RESTRICTION AT A SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE AT 3 EUCALYPTUS LANE, IN ZONING CASE NO. 743 (LOT 53-RH), (PIEPER). THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS DOES HEREBY FIND, RESOLVE AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. An application was duly filed by Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Pieper with respect to real property located at 3 Eucalyptus Lane, (Lot 53-RH), Rolling Hills, CA requesting a Site Plan Review to permit construction of two detached trellises, for a total of 520 square feet. A Site Plan Review application approved in 2004 for grading and construction of a new 5,530 square foot single family residence, 973 square foot garage, 800 square foot swimming pool/spa, service yard, 450 square foot future stable, 2,640 square foot basement and a new driveway contains a condition that any further development on subject property requires a site plan review by the Planning Commission. Section 2. The Planning Commission conducted duly noticed public hearings to consider the application on May 15, 2007 and at a field trip visit on June 19, 2007. The applicants were notified of the public hearings in writing by first class mail. Evidence was heard and presented from all persons interested in affecting said proposal and from members of the City staff and the Planning Commission having reviewed, analyzed and studied said proposal. The applicants were in attendance at the hearings. Section 3. The property is zoned RAS-1 and is 2.06 acres (gross) in size and 1.7 acres net. A new residence, approved in 2004, is currently under construction. Section 4. . The Planning Commission finds that the project qualifies as a Class 3 Exemption (The State of CA Guidelines, Section 15303) and is therefore categorically exempt from environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act. Section 5. Section 17.46.040 allows the Planning Commission to condition any approval to require a new Site Plan Review application for any further development on the property, regardless of whether Site Plan Review would ordinarily be applicable to such construction. Resolution 2004-14 for approval of a new residence contains such a condition, and therefore the construction of the trellises is subject to a Site Plan Review by the Planning Commission. With respect to the Site Plan Review application requesting construction of the trellises, the Planning Commission makes the following findings of fact: A. The proposed development is compatible with the General Plan, the Zoning Ordinance and surrounding uses because the proposed structures comply with the General Plan requirement of low profile, low -density residential development with sufficient open space between surrounding structures. The, project conforms to Zoning Code setbacks, lot disturbance and lot coverage requirements. Pursuant to Section 17.16.200J of the Zoning Ordinance, free standing structures, such as trellises, barbeques, gazebos and similar structures are not counted towards structural, total and disturbed area of the net lot, or building pad coverage, provided there is no more than 5 such structures on the lot or the combined size of such structures does not exceed 800 square feet. Therefore, the proposed structures are not counted against the maximum permitted lot coverage or disturbance and will not exceed the previously approved development standards. The structural coverage of the net lot was approved at 7,957 square feet (not including the barbecue/fire place and the trellises, but including the future stable) or 10.9%, (20% permitted); and the total lot coverage proposed including the structures and paved areas was approved at 13,637 square feet or 18.7%, (35% permitted). The disturbed area of the lot was approved at 39.5%, which is within the 40% maximum permitted, and includes the stable. The proposed project is screened from the road so as to reduce the visual impact of the development. B. 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 so as to maintain open space on the property. The nature, condition, and development of adjacent uses, buildings, and structures and the topography of the lot have been considered, and the construction of the trellises will not adversely affect or be materially detrimental to the adjacent uses, buildings, or structures because the proposed structures will be constructed on a portion of the lot which is the least intrusive to surrounding properties, will be screened and landscaped with trees and shrubs, is a sufficient distance from nearby residences so that the proposed structures will not impact the view or privacy of surrounding neighbors, and will utilize the existing building pad for the new construction. C. The proposed development, as conditioned, is harmonious in scale and mass with the site, the natural terrain and surrounding residences. As indicated in Paragraph A, the lot coverage maximum set forth in the Zoning Code will not be exceeded and the proposed project is consistent with the scale of the neighborhood. D. The development plan incorporates existing trees and native vegetation to the maximum extent feasible. Specifically, the development plan preserves dense brush and shrubs and supplements it with landscaping that is compatible with and enhances the rural character of the community. E. The development plan shows the trellises on an existing building pad and there is no grading proposed. F. The proposed development is sensitive and not detrimental to the convenience and safety of circulation for pedestrians and vehicles because the trellises will be accessed from the residence and no change to the circulation is proposed. G. The project conforms to the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act and is exempt. Resolution No. 2007-09 3 Eucalyptus 2 Section 6. Based upon the foregoing findings, the Planning Commission hereby approves the Site Plan Review application for Zoning Case No. 743 for 520 square feet trellises as shown on the Development Plan dated April 20, 2007 and marked Exhibit A, subject to the following conditions: A. The Site Plan Review approval shall expire within two years from the effective date of approval if construction pursuant to this approval has not commenced within that time period, as required by Section 17:46.080(A) of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code, or the approval granted is otherwise extended pursuant to the requirements of that section. B. It is declared and made a condition of the Site Plan Review approval, that if any conditions thereof 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. C. All requirements of the Building and Construction Ordinance, the Zoning Ordinance, and of the zone in which the subject property is located must be complied with unless otherwise set forth in the Permit, or shown otherwise on an approved plan. D. The lot shall be developed and maintained in substantial conformance with the site plan on file marked Exhibit A and dated April 20, 2007 except as otherwise provided in these conditions. E. The working drawings submitted to the County Department of Building and Safety for plan check review must conform to the development plan approved with this application. F. There shall be no grading for this project. G. Structural lot coverage shall not exceed 7,957 square feet or 10.9%. H. Total lot coverage of structures and paved areas shall not exceed 13,637 square feet or 18.7% in conformance with lot coverage limitations. I. The disturbed area of the lot shall not exceed 28,720 square feet or 39.5% of the net lot area in conformance with lot disturbance limitations. J. Residential building pad coverage on the 26,580 square foot residential building pad shall not exceed 7,849 square feet or 29.5%. K. 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. Resolution No. 2007-09 3 Eucalyptus 3 L. 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 or grading, shall require the filing of a new application for approval by the Planning Commission. M. 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. N. Until the applicants execute an Affidavit of Acceptance of all conditions of this Site Plan Review approval, as required by Section 17.46.065, the approval shall not be effective. O. All conditions of the Site Plan approval, that apply, shall be complied with prior to the issuance of a building permit from the County of Los Angeles. P. All conditions of Resolution No. 2004-14 shall continue to be in full force and effect. Q. Any action challenging the final decision of the city made as a result of the public hearing on this application must be filed within the time limits set forth in Section 17.54.070 of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code and Code of Civil Procedure Section 1094.6. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADO THIS 19TH DAY OF JUNE 2007. ARVEL WITTE, CHAIRMAN ATTEST: MARILYNnEkVii DEPUTY CITY CLERK , Resolution No. 2007-09 3 Eucalyptus 4 STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) §§ CITY OF ROLLING HILLS I certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 2007-09 entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING APPROVAL OF A SITE PLAN REVIEW TO CONSTRUCT TRELLISES ON A PROPERTY THAT REQUIRES PLANNING COMMISSION REVIEW DUE TO EXISTING STRUCTURAL DEVELOPMENT RESTRICTION AT A SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE AT 3 EUCALYPTUS LANE, IN ZONING CASE NO. 743 (LOT 53-RH), (PIEPER). was approved and adopted at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission on June 19, 2007 by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners DeRoy, Henke, Sommer and Chairman Witte. NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. and in compliance with the laws of California was posted at Administrative Offices. Resolution No. 2007-09 3 Eucalyptus DEPUTY CI CLERK 5