805, New pool & spa with new retain, ApplicationAGENT'S NAME:
AGENT'S ADDRESS:
VARIANCE
REOUEST FOR HEARING
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 mods 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:
Steve & Linda Calhoun
2864 Palos Verdes Drive North
(310) 544-8119 EMAIL:
2864 Palos Verdes Drive North
scalhoun@filtec.com
LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LOT NO. 1, Tract 28146, APN: 7569-001-029
ASSESSOR'S BOOK NO. 763 PAGE 77 PARCEL 1
Brad Dudley, Powell Dudley Frith Architects
345 Third Street, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
TELEPHONE NO.: (949) 376-3076
Describe in detail the nature of the proposed use, including what aspects of the project require a
Variance.
947 sf addition @ four different areas of the first floor. New 38 sf basement addition
New pool & spa. New retaining walls along the South & East property lines. New covered
outdoor BBQ/outdoor kitchen, outdoor fireplace & patio @ the rear yard. New retaining wall,
patio & entry steps @ the front/North side of the residence. The Following proposed
improvements require variances. The proposed retaining walls occur in the side yard setback.
The proposed structural coverage exceeds the allowable structural coverage. The proposed
lot disturbance exceed the allowable lot disturbance.
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Criteria to be satisfied for grant 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.
There are several aspects of the subject property which create conditions leading to the variance request.
First the lot is relatively small. The subject lot is only 69% of the average of the six adjacent lots at
53,143 sf. In addition, the subject lot has an inordinately large roadway easement @ 8,788 sf. As a result
the net lot area is significantly less and the allowable structural coverage is reduced when compared to a
typical lot of similar size. Furthermore, the irregular shape of the lot particularly the narrow section @ the
Northeast corner from which the site is accessed dictates a much longer and larger driveway and in turn
an increase in the percentage of disturbed lot area. Lastly, the subject lot has a very steep slope across the
narrow width running North & South, dropping more than 63'. Consequently, a more aggressive use of
retaining walls is required to provide improvements similar to those enjoyed by neighbors with more
gradually sloping lots. The severe slope also means that more of the lot is disturbed to accommodate the
retaining walls and 2:1 slope areas.
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
Because of the severe topography and the location of the existing residence on the lot along the North
property line the proposed improvements are largely if not entirely out of view of the neighbors. In
addition, because the proposed improvements occur adjacent to the existing residence and in areas of the
subject property that have already been disturbed there is no negative impact on the neighbors views,
privacy, drainage or the public welfare.
FILING FEE
A filing fee must accompany the application. Make check payable to: CITY OF ROLLING
HILLS.
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REOUEST FOR HEARING
FOR SITE PLAN REVIEW
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.modi.67 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: Steve & Linda Calhoun
OWNER'S ADDRESS: 2864 Palos Verdes Drive North
TELEPHONE NO: (310) 544-8119 EMAIL: scalhoun@filtec.com
PROPERTY'S ADDRESS: 2864 Palos Verdes Drive North
LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LOT NO.
AGENT'S NAME:
AGENT'S ADDRESS:
TELEPHONE NO:
1, Tract 28146, APN: 7569-001-029
ASSESSORS BOOK NO. 763 PAGE 77 PARCEL
Brad Dudley, Powell Dudley Frith Architects
345 Third Street, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
(949) 376-3076
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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:
947 sf addition A four different areas of the first floor. New 38 sf basement addition
New pool & spa. New retaining walls along the South & East property lines. New covered
outdoor BBQ/outdoor kitchen, outdoor fireplace & patio @ the rear yard. New retaining wall,
patio & entry steps @ the front/North side of the residence. The Following proposed
improvements require variances. The proposed retaining walls occur in the side yard setback and
are greater than 36" in height. The proposed structural coverage exceeds the allowable structural
coverage by 1.1%. The total structural & flatwork coverage exceeds the allowable by 5.8%. The
proposed lot disturbance exceeds the allowable lot disturbance by 20%.
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Describe and delineate on plans any new basement area square footage Only 38 sf of new basement is
proposed for a new stair.
SITE PLAN REVIEW CRITERIA
Site plan review criteria upon which the Planning Commission must make an affirmative finding. Describe
in detail the project's conformance with the criteria below:
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 setbacks & other characteristics of the proposed residence are similar to the neighbors.
The six neighboring residences average 4,248 sf and the proposed additions result in a total
area of 5,287 sf or 124% of the average.
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 knolls)? Explain how the project preserves and integrates existing natural features.
Development is restricted on a large area of the rear yard due to an existing drainage course.
The proposed improvements occur in an area of the property where no significant natural features
or vegetation occur and which is largely out of view of the neighbors.
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 or redirect drainage flow
unless into an existing drainage course. Explain the nature and extent of the impact of grading and proposed
minimization on lots.
269 CY of cut is proposed associated with the proposed retaining walls in the rear yard however the cut is balanced
by the proposed fill of 258 CY which occurs both at the North side of the property behind proposed retaining walls
and shallow fill at the rear patio and yard to the South of the residence. Total export is limited to 11 CY for the
proposed pool & spa.
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 how the project preserves native vegetation,
integrates landscaping and creates buffers.
The majority of natural vegetation occurs in a restricted area and the proposed site improvements
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occur on the interior of the South side yard Largely out of view of the neighboring residences.
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.
The majority of the natural & undeveloped areas of the lot occur in a restricted area and the
proposed improvements occur adjacent to or in areas of the lot that are already developed.
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.
The proposed additions largely occur under the existing roof and do not significantly reduce
the existing setbacks. There is an average of approximately 190' set back from the neighboring
homes. The proposed retaining walls and patios do encroach into a side yard setback
however they are downhill from the adjacent neighbor and out of view.
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, landscaping and
other on -site parking or storage areas.
The proposed improvements do not significantly alter the existing vehicular & pedestrian
circulation patterns.
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.
Yes, the proposed improvements comply with the requirements of CEQA. The proposed
improvements largely occur in areas that have already been developed and do not have a
significant effect on the environment.
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Date: 11/2/2011
I hereby certify that the statements furnished . -, and in a,,, he
information required for the site plan review c ' . • ' o he bes
statements and other information presented are i 0 ) e b-a t
For: Ste °Calhoun
Applicant
FILING FEE
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hibits, presents the data and
my ability; and, that the facts,
my knowledge and belief.
Brad Dudley
A filing fee must accompany the application. Make check payable to: CITY OF ROLLING HILLS
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DATE 1/15/2014 ZONING CASE NO. ADDRESS 2684 Palos Verdes Dr. N.
ALL STRUCTURES MUST BE SHOWN ON THE PLAN
CALCULATION OF LOT COVERAGE
AREA AND
STRUCTURES EXISTING PROPOSED TOTAL
NET LOT AREA 35,475 sq.ft. 35,475 sq.ft. 35,475 sq.ft.
RESIDENCE 4,340 sq.ft. 947 sq.ft. 5,287 sq.ft.
GARAGE 935 sq.ft. 0 sq.ft. 935 sq.ft.
SWIMMING POOUSPA 0 sq.ft. 652 sq.ft. 652 sq.ft.
POOL EQUIPMENT 0 sq.ft. 40 sq.ft. 40 sq.ft.
GUEST HOUSE 0 sq.ft. 0 sq.ft. 0 sq.ft.
CABANA 0 sq.ft. 0 sq.ft. 0 sq.ft.
STABLE (dirt volume to be included
in grading quantities) 450 sq.ft. -450 sq.ft. 0 sq.ft.
RECREATION COURT 0 sq.ft. 0 Sq.ft. 0 sq.ft.
ATTACHED COVERED
PORCHES 66 sq.ft. -66 sq.ft. 0 sq.ft.
ENTRYWAY/ PORTE COCHERE,
BREEZEWAYS 0 sq.ft. 0 sq.ft. 0 sq.ft.
ATTACHED TRELLISES 435 sq.ft. -435 sq.ft. 0 sq.ft.
*DETACHED STRUCTURES:
(circle all that applies)
SHEDS, TRELLISES, GAZEBO, 129 sq.ft. 463 sq.ft. 592 sq.ft.
BARBECUE, OUTDOOR KITCHEN, 0 sq.ft. 48 sq.ft. 48 sq.ft.
ROOFED PLAY EQUP.- over 15 ft. 271 sq.ft. -271 sq.ft. 0 sq.ft.
high and over 120 sq. ft. in area,
WATER FEATURES, ETC. 0 sq.ft. 0 sq.ft. 0 sq.ft.
SERVICE YARD 126 sq.ft. 0 sq.ft. 126 sq.ft.
OTHER _ 0 sq.ft. 0 sq.ft. 0 sq.ft.
BASEMENT AREA 2,142 sq.ft. 741 sq.ft. 2,883 sq.ft.
(volume to be included in grading quantities)
DEPTH OF BASEMENT 10'-6" 10'-6" 10'-6"
TOTAL STRUCTURES 6,752 sq.ft. 928 sq.ft. 7,680 sq.ft.
STRUCTURAL COVERAGE 19 % 2.6 % 21.6 %
TOTAL STRUCTURES
EXCLUDING UP TO 5 & UP TO
800 sq. ft. detached structures that
are not higher than 12 ft.
% STRUCTURAL COVERAGE
6,352 sq.ft.
17.9 %
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417 sq.ft. 7,040 s . .ft.
1.2 %
19.8
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ALL FLATWORK MUST BE SHOWN ON THE PLAN
PRIMARY DRIVEWAY(S)
PAVED WALKS, PATIO
AREAS, COURTYARDS
POOL DECKING
3,273 PERVIOUS PAVERS
sq.tt.
OTHER PAVED DRIVEWAYS,
ROAD EASEMENTS, PARKING
PADS
TOTAL FLATWORK
% TOTAL FLATWORK
COVERAGE
TOTAL STRUCTURAL &
FLATWORK COVERAGE
% TOTAL COVERAGE
1,010
0
4,167
5,177
14.6
sq.ft.
sq.ft.
sq.ft.
sq.ft.
11,929 sq.ft.
33.6 %
TOTAL STRUCTURAL & 11,529
FLATWORK COVERAGE sq.ft.
Excl. the allowance of up to 5 — 800 sq. ft.
structures from previous page.
% TOTAL COVERAGE
TOTAL DISTURBED
AREA
% DISTURBED AREA
GRADING QUANTITY
(include future stable, corral and
access way; basement and all other
areas to be graded)
32.5
5.7
19,807 sq.ft. 870
55.8 %
All structures (attached and detached) must be listed.
2.5
-651 2,622 PERVIOUS PAVERS
sq.ft. sq.ft.
337 sq.ft.
1,251 sq.ft.
0
1,347 sq.ft.
1,251 sq.ft.
sq.ft. 4,167 sq. ft.
ASPHALT ACCESS TO PV DR.
1,588 sq.ft.
4.5
2,516 sq.ft.
7.1 %
2,005 sq.ft.
%
sq.ft.
6,765
19.1
sq.ft.
14,445 sq.ft.
40.7
13,805 sq.ft.
20,677 sq.ft.
58.3
‘L%°6\1;t4j-,10-
eake\s,39.
* Free standing accessory structures such as sheds, trellises, covered patios, gazebo, fountains, barbecue, (r
outdoor fire place, etc., are not counted towards coverages and disturbed area, unless their combined area
exceeds 800 sq. ft., or if there are more than 5 such structures on the property.
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