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JODY MURDOCK
Mayor
B. ALLEN LAY
Mayor Pro Tem
THOMAS F. HEINSHEIMER
Councilmember
FRANK E. HILL
Councilmember
GODFREY PERNELL, D.D.S.
Councilmember
July 23, 2001
Mr. Franz Fischer
P.O. Box 3660
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
Re: Your letter of Tuly 6. 2001
Dear Mr. Fischer:
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INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957
NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD
ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274
(310) 377-1521
FAX: (310) 377-7288
E-mail: cityofrh@aol.com
This responds to your letter of July 6, 2001, in which you request that the City designate
the driveway leading to your home as a fire road.
The roadways over which the City exercises jurisdiction are enumerated in Section
10.04.090 of the Municipal Code; the City does not exercise any jurisdiction over private
driveways. A driveway is defined in Section 10.04.050 as a "way or place within the
City in private ownership and in use for vehicular traffic by the owner thereof and
those having express or implied permission from the owner, but not by other members
of the public." As described in the documents which you provided, your access road
falls squarely within this definition.
Paragraph 5(b)(2) of the Agreement Between Owners of Land which you provided with
your correspondence would appear to give you a private right of action to enjoin your
neighbors from parking on the paved driveway. The City cannot, however, impose or
enforce any parking restrictions unless all of the affected parties were to request, and
the Community Association were to assume jurisdiction over the driveway.
Should you wish to discuss this further, please do not hesitate to call.
Sincerely,
444f
raig R. Nealis
City Manger
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FRANZ E. FISCHER
December 5, 1995
Mr. & Mrs. George M. Lindahl
4 Roadrunner Road
Rolling Hills, CA 90274
Re: Drainage
Dear Mr. & Mrs. Lindahl:
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DEC 1 2 1995
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By
As you well know, I sustained substantial damage to my backyard and house during last
winter's rain storm. The landslide in my backyard and flooding of my house was the result
of the concrete drainage ditch above my home filling up with debris from the very steep
easement between your's and the Cobb's lots. A significant contributing factor was that your
drainage system apparently drains to the northeast corner of your house immediately adjacent
to the above referred to easement. This drainage from your property goes towards a concrete
basin that has a drain near its center. This drain was continuously plugged with leaves,
causing all of the drainage from your lot to spill over into the easement and, in fact, cause
much debris to fill up my drainage channel and cause the landslide in my backyard, leading
to the flooding of my house.
The pipe attached to your drainage basin spills out in the northeast corner of your lot into the
easement immediately above our home. This drainage pipe was crushed by a vehicle
traveling to your septic tank area and was, .therefore, not functional. I repaired this drain pipe
during the rain storm, added two sections of 20 foot drain pipe, secured this drain pipe and,
therefore, made the water exit in a less steep area of the easement, in the direction of the
ravine.
In my various short discussions with both of you, you indicated that in the future you would
clear your drain basin so it would no longer overflow into the easement and cause damage
to my property. You further indicated that you would change the entire course of your
drainage from your property directly to the ravine. At this time I am not aware that you have
undertaken any such promised actions, you have not improved your drainage basin by
installing a domed grill nor have you expanded the drainage pipe at the bottom towards the
ravine. Having waited through the summer to the end of November and the beginning of our
rainy season I decided that I would have to protect and safeguard my house and property to
the extent possible. For this reason, I have installed a less than one block high debris wall
in my easement to protect against a reoccurrence of last winter's events. I do not intend to
clear your drainage basin in the future, nor do I intend to repair your drain pipe or extend it
towards the ravine. The extension that I have installed with your approval to this date can
remain, but I think it is appropriate for you to provide proper drainage on your lot so you will
not endanger my property and family.
P.O. Box 3660, Rolling Aills, CA 90274 (310) 541-2112
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FRANZ E. FISCHER
The review of your drainage, from the easement area only, by an engineer indicated that your
current existing system is inadequate and confirms your own statement that it is designed
inappropriately as drainage could be accomplished much more safely towards the major
drainage course running along the west side of your lot in the form of a major ravine.
Based on a complaint received, the City of Rolling Hills and Homeowners Association
personnel has reviewed my installation and finds no fault with it. My discussion this morning
with Lola Unger of the City of Rolling Hills indicates that the protective measure taken by
myself is appropriate and warranted.
I am certain that you do not want to incur the liability resulting from your present drainage
set—up or the considerable expense that I had to go through last winter in order to safeguard
my home and will, therefore, modify your drainage system so that it will no longer endanger
our home, property and family. Last year I expended considerable time and effort to sandbag
and level with a caterpillar the area that was eroded during the rain storm and hope and pray
that I do not have to go through the same ordeal again this year. Any effort on your part to
alleviate this danger would be greatly appreciated. Please keep me informed as to the
progress of the promised abatement as I and my family will rest this year knowing that the
required measures are undertaken by you.
Very ;t,ruly 'ours,
nz E. Fischer
cc: Ms. Lola Unger, Director of Planning
City of Rolling Hills
Portuguese Bend Road
Rolling Hills, CA 90274
LINDET L I TR
P.O. Box 3660, Rolling Hills, CA 90274 (310) 541-2112
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City o/ Roll ng INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957
NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD
ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274
(310) 377-1521
FAX: (310) 377-7288
October 19, 1993
Mr. Franz E. Fischer
2862 Palos Verdes Drive North
Rolling Hills, CA 90274
SUBJECT: EXPIRATION OF EXTENSION APPROVALS
RESOLUTION NOS. 92-32 & 92-33
ZONING CASE NO. 468
Dear Mr. Fischer:
It has been almost two years since your project was approved by the
Planning Commission. We would like to remind you that your
extension approvals for the subject zoning case will expire on
December 15, 1993.
Section 17.46.080(B)(3) of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code
requires that any extension beyond the second anniversary shall not
be granted unless a public hearing is held and approval granted in
the same manner and based upon the same criteria as required for
approval of the original project.
Feel free to call me at (310) 377-1521 if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
PRINCIPAL PLANNER
cc: Mr. Gary Wynn
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December 18, 1992
INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957
NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD
ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274
(310) 377-1521
FAX: (310) 377.7288
Mr. Franz E. Fischer
2862 Palos Verdes Drive North
Rolling Hills, CA 90274
SUBJECT: Time extension approvals for Zoning Case No. 468
Resolution Nos. 92-33 and 92-33
Dear Mr. Fischer:
This letter shall serve as official notification that a one year
time extension was APPROVED by the Planning Commission at their
regular meeting on December 15, 1992 for the subject resolutions.
We have enclosed a copy of Resolution Nos. 92-32 and 92-33,
specifying the conditions of approval set forth by the Planning
Commission.
Note that Resolution No. 92-32 will expire on. December 7. 1993 and
Resolution No. 92-33 will expire on January 11. 1994 unless you
acquire permits before then, under Section 17.34.080.B you must
refile based upon the same criteria as for the issuance of a new
permit.
Feel free to call me at (213) 377-1521 if you have any questions.
SINCERELY,
LOLA UNGA
PRINCIPAL PLANNER
cc: Mr. Gary Wynn
RESOLUTION NO. 92-32
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING
HILLS APPROVING A MODIFICATION TO RESOLUTION NO. 91-31 A
RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
ROLLING HILLS GRANTING A VARIANCE TO PERMIT A SUBSTANTIAL
AMOUNT OF PREVIOUSLY IMPORTED SOIL TO REMAIN ON THE SUBJECT
LOT, AND GRANTING A VARIANCE TO PERMIT THE PREVIOUSLY
CONSTRUCTED RETAINING WALLS THAT ENCROACH INTO THE FRONT YARD
SETBACK TO REMAIN IN ZONING CASE NO. 468.
THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS DOES HEREBY
FIND, RESOLVE AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. A request has been filed by Mr. Franz Fischer with
respect to real property located at 2862 Palos Verdes Drive North,
Rolling Hills (Lot 992-A-RH) requesting a modification to a
previously approved Variance to permit 470 cubic yards of
previously imported fill soil to remain at the subject lot, and
requesting a Variance to permit the previously constructed
retaining walls to encroach within the front yard setback. The
modification requested is to extend the allowable time period to
acquire a grading permit and complete the required grading.
Section 2. The Commission considered this item at a meeting
on December 15, 1992 at which time information was presented
indicating that the extension of time is necessary for the
applicant to complete the project which had been neglected due to
unforeseen business circumstances which required attention and
frequent travel.
Section 3. Based upon information and evidence submitted, the
Planning Commission does hereby amend Paragraph A, Section 10 of
Resolution No. 91-31 to read as follows:
"A. The Variance approvals shall expire within two years of
the approval of this Resolution."
Section 4. Except 'as herein amended, the provisions of
Resolution No. 91-31 shall continue to be in full force and effect.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 15TH DAY OF DECEMBER, 1992.
ALLAN RORTS, CHAIRMAN
ATTEST:
MARILYN KE, DEPUTY. CITY CLERK
RESOLUTION NO. 92-32
PAGE 2
The foregoing Resolution No. 92-32 entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING
HILLS APPROVING A MODIFICATION TO RESOLUTION NO. 91-31, A
RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
ROLLING HILLS GRANTING A VARIANCE TO PERMIT A SUBSTANTIAL
AMOUNT OF PREVIOUSLY IMPORTED SOIL TO REMAIN ON THE SUBJECT
LOT, AND GRANTING A VARIANCE TO PERMIT THE PREVIOUSLY
CONSTRUCTED RETAINING WALLS THAT ENCROACH INTO THE FRONT YARD
SETBACK TO REMAIN IN ZONING CASE NO. 468.
was approved and adopted a.t a regular meeting of the Planning
Commission on December 15, 1992 by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Commissioners Frost, Hankins, Lay, Raine and Chairman Roberts
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
DEPUTY CIT CLERK
RESOLUTION NO. 92-33
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING
HILLS APPROVING A MODIFICATION TO RESOLUTION NO. 92-4, A
RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
ROLLING HILLS GRANTING SITE PLAN REVIEW APPROVAL FOR
THE CONSTRUCTION OF A STABLE ON A LOT IMPROVED WITH AN
EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE IN ZONING CASE NO. 468.
THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS DOES HEREBY
FIND, RESOLVE AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. A request has been filed by Mr. Franz Fischer with
respect to real property located at 2862 Palos Verdes Drive North,
Rolling Hills (Lot 992-A-RH) requesting a modification to a
previously approved Site Plan Review approval for a proposed new
stable on a lot improved with an existing single family residence.
The modification requested is to extend the allowable time period
of the Site Plan Review.
Section 2. The Commission considered this item at a meeting
on December 15, 1992 at which time information was presented
indicating that the extension of time is necessary for the
applicant to acquire building permits for the project which had
been neglected due to unforeseen business circumstances which
required attention and frequent travel by the property owner.
Section 3. Based upon information and evidence submitted, the
Planning Commission does hereby amend Paragraph A, Section 7/'of
Resolution No. 92-4 to read as follows:
"A. The Site Plan Review approval shall expire within two
years of the approval of this Resolution."
Section 4. Except as herein amended, the provisions of
Resolution No. 92-4 shall continue to be in full force and effect.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 15TH DA DECEMBER, 1992.
ALLAN ROBERTS, CHAIRMAN
ATTEST:
MARILYN .KERN, D PUTY CITY CLERK
RESOLUTION NO. 92-33
PAGE 2
The foregoing Resolution No. 92-33 entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING
HILLS APPROVING A MODIFICATION TO RESOLUTION NO. 92-4, A
RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
ROLLING HILLS GRANTING SITE PLAN REVIEW APPROVAL FOR
THE CONSTRUCTION OF A STABLE ON A LOT IMPROVED WITH AN
EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE IN ZONING CASE NO. 468.
was approved and adopted at a regular meeting of the Planning
Commission on December 15, 1992 by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Commissioners Frost, Hankins, Lay, Raine and Chairman Roberts
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
DEPUTY C1A!'Y CLERK
FRANZ E. FISCHER
December 3, 1992
Lola Ungar
Principal Planner
City of Rolling Hills
No. 2 Portuguese Bend Road
Rolling Hills, CA 90274
Re: Expiration of Approvals
Resolutions No. 91-31 & 92-4
Zoning Case No. 468
Dear Ms. Ungar:
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DEC 0 4 1992
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS
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Please extend the applications for one year on the above referenced matters. Due to
unforseen business circumstances which required my full attention and frequent travel I have
been unable to complete the project. I believe that the one year extension will allow ample
time for completion of the project.
Thank you for your consideration.
Very/ truly yours,
i / r
Franz E. Fischer
2862 Palos Verdes Drive North, Rolling Hills, CA (213) 541-2112
City Rolling
December 2, 1992
Mr. Franz Fischer
2862 Palos Verdes Drive North
Rolling Hills, CA 90274
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SUBJECT: EXPIRATION OF APPROVALS
RESOLUTIONS NO. 91-31 & 92-4
ZONING CASE NO. 468
Dear Mr. Fischer:
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INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957
NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD
ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274
(310) 377-1521
FAX (310) 377-7288
We would like to remind you that your approvals in the subject
zoning case will expire on December 7, 1992, and January 11. 1993,
respectively.
You can extend approvals for one year only if you apply to the
Planning Commission in writing to request an extension prior to the
expiration date.
Feel free to call me at (310) 377-1521 if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
LOLA UNGAR
PRINCIPAL PLANNER
cc: Mr. Gary Wynn
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December 18, 1991
Mr. Franz Fischer
2862 Palos Verdes Drive North
Rolling Hills, CA 90274
INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957
NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD
ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274
(213) 377-1521
FAX (213) 377-7288
SUBJECT: ZONING CASE NO. 468: Request for Site Plan Review to
permit the construction of a proposed new stable in the
rear yard at an existing single family residence.
Dear Mr. Fischer:
This letter shall serve as official notification that the last
portion of Zoning Case No. 468 as noted above was APPROVED by the
Planning Commission at their regular meeting on December 17, 1991.
The final Resolution and conditions of APPROVAL will be forwarded
to you after they are si4ned by the Planning Commission Chairman
and City Clerk.
The Planning Commission's decision will be reported to the City
Council at their regular meeting on January 13, 1992. You should
also be aware that the decision of the Planning Commission may be
appealed within twenty days after you receive the final Resolution
(Sections 17.32.140 and 17.32.150 of the Rolling Hills Municipal
Code).
Also, please do not record the prior Resolution No. 91-31 just yet
as it is being revised to include the DENIAL of the, Variance to
permit a stable less than the required distance from a property
line.
Feel free to call me at (213) 377-1521 if you have any questions
regarding this matter.
Sincerely,
LOLA M. UNGA
PRINCIPAL PLANNER
cc: Mr. Gary Wynn
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City oi ie0ti 1/ INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957
CERTIFIED MAIL
December 11, 1991
NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD
ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274
(213) 377-1521
FAX: (213) 377-7288
Mr. Franz Fischer
2862 Palos Verdes Drive North
Rolling Hills, CA 90274
SUBJECT: ZONING CASE NO. 468. 2862 Palos Verdes Drive North (Lot 992-A-RH)
APPEAL PERIOD AND AFFIDAVIT OF ACCEPTANCE FORM,
Resolution No. 91-31: A Resolution of the Planning Commission of the City
of Rolling Hills granting a variance to permit a substantial amount
of previously imported soil to remain on the subject lot, and granting a
variance to permit the previously constructed retaining walls that encroach into
the front yard setback to remain on a lot improved with an existing single
family residence in zoning case No. 468.
Dear Mr. Fischer:
This letter is to inform you that the City Council, at their meeting on Monday, December
23, 1991, will be notified of the Planning Commission's APPROVAL of Resolution No. 91-
31 in the subject case.
The approval will become effective:
(1) Twenty days after the receipt of this letter if no appeals are filed within
that time period (Rolling Hills Municipal Code Section 17.32.140 attached).
(2) An Affidavit of Acceptance Form and the subject Resolution must
be filed by you with the County Recorder (Rolling Hills Municipal Code
Section 17.32.087).
We have enclosed a copy of RESOLUTION NO. 91-31, specifying the conditions of
approval set forth by the Planning Commission and the approved Exhibit A Development
Plan to keep for your files. Once you have reviewed the Resolution, please complete the
ZONING CASE NO. 468
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enclosed AFFIDAVIT OF ACCEPTANCE FORM, have the signature(s) notarized, and
forward to: County Recorder. Room 15.227 North Broadway. Los Angeles. CA 90012 with
a check in the amount of a $ 5.00 for the first vase and $ 3.00 for each additional page.,
The City will notify the Los Angeles County Building & Safety Division to issue permits only
when the Affidavit of Acceptance is received by us and any conditions of the Resolution
required prior to issuance of building permits are met.
Please feel free to call Principal Planner, Lola Ungar at (213) 377-1521 if you have any
questions.
Sincerely,
Craig Nealis
City Manager
ENCLOSURES: RESOLUTION NO. 91-31, EXHIBIT A DEVELOPMENT PLAN,
AFFIDAVIT OF ACCEPTANCE FORM, AND APPEAL SECTION OF
THE ROLLING HILLS MUNICIPAL CODE.
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City ./ /2 f?nS
November 25, 1991
Mr. Franz E. Fischer
2862 Palos Verdes Drive North
Rolling Hills, CA 90274
INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, .1957
NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD
ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274
(213) 377.1521
FAX: (213) 377-7288
SUBJECT: Zoning Case No. 468
Request for a Variance to permit the importation of a
substantial amount of soil to the sublect lot, a
request for a Variance to permit the construction of
retaining walls in the front yard setback, a request for
a Variance to permit the construction of a stable less
than the required distance from a property line, and a
request for Site Plan Review to permit the construction
of a proposed new stable and residential additions.
Dear Mr. Fischer:
This letter shall serve as official notification that the
underlined portion of Zoning Case No. 468 was APPROVED by the
Planning Commission at their regular meeting on November 19, 1991.
The final Resolution and conditions of APPROVAL will be forwarded
to you after they are signed by the Planning Commission Chairman
and City Clerk.
The Planning Commission's decision will be reported to the City
Council at their regular meeting on December 23, 1991. You should
also be aware that the decision of the Planning Commission may be
appealed within twenty days after you receive the final Resolution
(Sections 17.32.140 and 17.32.150 of the Rolling Hills Municipal
Code).
Feel free to call me at (213) 377-1521 if you have any questions
regarding this matter.
Sincerely,
6% 4v---
LOLA M. UNGAR
PRINCIPAL PLANNER
cc: Mr. David C. Breiholz
Mr. Gary Wynn
FRANZ E. FISCHER
October 31, 1991
Mr. Craig R. Nealis
City Manager
City of Rolling Hills
No. 2 Portuguese Bend Road
Rolling Hills, California 90274
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O C T 31 1991
ral Of Rolling Bills
Re: Zoning Case No. 468
Dear Mr. Nealis:
Thank you for your letter of October 25, 1991 regarding my case documentation in the above
referenced matter.
The documentation was requested to be enclosed by my engineer, Mr. Gary Wynn of David
C. Breiholz Company, on Monday, October 21 and by myself on Tuesday, October 22. In
both cases we had been assured that all documentation, including the letters and attachments
to staff would be part of the Planning Commission packet.
I am writing this letter to assure that not only the single letter of September 26 is made
available to the Commission but all prior and subsequent documentation as supplied to City
staff. The September 26 letter should include, in my opinion, the full application for a
variance dated September 26, 1991 and including three attachments of the request for hearing.
Items supplied should have been the following:
1. My letter dated October 8, 1991. to Ms. Lola
Unger, the request for hearing for zone variance
with three attachments, copy of previous building
permit and the sign —off on the barn foundation;
2. Letter from Mr. Steve M. Calhoun dated
September 27, 1991;
3. Letter to Ms. Lola M. Unger dated October 9,
1991, including a copy of the letter from the City
Manager, Terrence L. Belanger, advising that a
new barn addition, home remodel and garage did
not require a zone variance;
4. Computation of lot coverage;
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5. Computation of buildable area and coverage
thereof;
6. Request for site review hearing;
7. Owner's declaration;
8. Owner's acknowledgement;
9. Certified property owner's list affidavit;
10. Environmental information form; and
11. Copy of Norcal Engineering work agreement letter
dated September 25, 1991.
The reason that I requested that all of the above items be made available to the Planning
Commission is that, obviously, the City must consider these documents to be important to
require them to be filled out in the first place and, therefore, I would consider them important
enough for the decision making body to be aware of these various items. In addition, I
consider these items to be important, as they reserve our rights and explain our position with
respect to adjacent properties and explaining features that adjacent properties have that,
therefore, we should also be entitled to have.
I appreciate your taking a personal interest in this matter and writing me a letter regarding
your concern to fully inform the Planning Commission. I also appreciate that the site review
was moved up by one week as I would like to get all of,the slopes stabilized with planting
as soon as physically possible. The reduced time, however, leaves only a few days to
construct the silhouette of the proposed garage, barn and porte cochere and to have this in
place by Saturday, November 2 at 7:00 a.m.
I assume that all plans submitted by the David C. Breiholz Company and myself have been
made available to the Planning Commission. This should include two sets of landscape plans,
including specifications.
Again, thank you for your attention in this matter. I appreciate being able to work with you
Very truly ours,
FrE. /Aischer
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City 01) Rolling
GODFREY PERNELL
Mayor
GORDANA SWANSON
Mayor Pro Tem
GINNY LEEUWENBURGH
Councilwoman
JODY MURDOCK
Councilwoman
THOMAS F. HEINSHEIMER
Councilman
October 25, 1991
Mr. Franz Fischer
2862 Palos Verdes Drive North
Rolling Hills, CA
90274
Dear Mr. Fischer:
INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, J957
NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD
ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274
(213) 377-1521
FAX: (213) 377-7288
Thank you for attending the regular meeting of the Planning Commission held Tuesday,
October 22, 1991 relative to your application, Zoning Case No. 468. It has come to my
attention that the letter you forwarded to the City of Rolling Hills on September 26, 1991,
addressed to the members of the Planning Commission was not forwarded to the
Commission until the night of the meeting.
First, let me apologize for this error. Your letter should have been included in the original
Staff Report which was forwarded to the Commission. It is the policy of the City of Rolling
Hills to ensure that the Planning Commission receives full and adequate information to
consider all cases under review.
Printed on Recycled Paper.
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October 25, 1991
Mr. Franz E. Fischer.
2862 Palos Verdes Drive North
Rolling Hills, CA 90274
INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957
NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD
ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274
(213) 377-1521
FAX (213) 377-7288
SUBJECT: Zoning Case No. 468
Request for a Variance to permit the importation of a'
substantial amount of soil to the subject lot, a request
for a Variance to exceed the maximum slope, a request for
a Variance to permit the construction of retaining walls
in the front yard setback, a request for a Variance to
permit the construction of a stable less than the
required distance from a property line, and a request for
Site Plan Review to permit the construction of a proposed
new stable and residential additions.
Dear Mr. Fischer:
We have arranged for the Planning Commission to conduct a field
inspection of your property to view a silhouette of the proposed
project on Saturday. November 2. 1991 at 7:00 AM.
The site must be prepared with a full-size silhouette of the
proposed project showing the roof ridge and bearing walls. We have
enclosed Silhouette Construction Guidelines.
The owner and/or representative should be present to answer any
questions regarding the proposal.
Feel free to call me at (213) 377-1521 if you have any questions.
LOLA M. UNGAR
PRINCIPAL PLANNER
cc: Mr. Gary Wynn, David Breiholz and Company, Inc.
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Mr. Franz Fischer
October 25, 1991
Page Two
We will attach your correspondence to the agenda packet for the field trip scheduled at your
location on Saturday, November 2, 1991. This will ensure that your correspondence will
become an "official" part of the record on Zoning Case No. 468.
Again, we apologize for this oversight.
Sincerely,
//Li4
Craig R. Nealis
City Manager
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cc: David C. Brieholtz and Company Inc.
Lola Ungar, Principal Planner
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FRANZ E. FISCHER
October 9, 1991
Ms. Lola M. Ungar
Principal Planner
City of Rolling Hills
No. 2 Portuguese Bend Road
Rolling Hills, CA 90274
Re: Zoning Case No. 468
2862 Palos Verdes Drive North (Lot 992—A—RH)
Dear Ms. Ungar:
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Please find enclosed a letter from the City Manager of the City of Rolling Hills dated May
24, 1988. This letter was written as a result of my submitting the stable/barn plans, approved
by the architectural committee, and the previous owners' garage extension plans together with
the fourth car addition and other modifications to the City of Rolling Hills.
In reliance on this document various of the previous purchase terms were modified with the
sellers (Mr. and Mrs. Siu).
In comparing the current zoning ordinance Title 17 obtained from you on 10/8/91 with the
copy of the same document obtained in the spring of 1988, I find no difference as to the
zoning requirements as they apply to buildings listed in Section 17.16.010 (D).
Because of the above, I have to assume that Mr. Belanger interpreted the ordinance at that
time differently from your current interpretation.
I suspect that the difference in interpretation came about because the barn/stable pad and its
location had been approved previously, a building permit had been issued and the footing had
been signed off by the Los Angeles County building inspector.
Should you and Mr. Nealis agree with this reasoning of the previous City Manager please
disregard the portion of the amended variance application submitted to you yesterday that
applies to the stable/barn side yard set back.
Please let me know of your conclusion in regard to this question.
Very truly tours,
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1 ischer
cc: Mr. Gary Wynn, David Breiholz Inc.
Enclosure
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October 8, 1991
Ms. Lola M. Ungar
Principal Planner
City of Rolling Hills
No. 2 Portuguese Bend Road
Rolling Hills, California 90274
Re: Zoning Case No. 468
2862 Palos Verdes Drive North (Lot 992—A—RH)
Dear Ms. Ungar:
In response to your telephone discussions of this date with Mr. Gary Wynn of David C.
Breiholz Engineering Inc., I am enclosing an addition to the Request for Hearing for Zone
Variance, City of Rolling Hills application submitted to you on September 27, 1991.
Per your instruction, this variance application includes an application for a slope variance to
approximately 1.5 to 1 in some areas of the imported and compacted soil and a variance for
the barn location.
I have been under the impression that the as built variance application included the slope in
excess of 2 to 1 wherever it would apply on an as built basis and that for the barn location,
no variance was needed as the existing concrete was located in the defined rear yard area.
Per you request, I am also personally handing you the required fee of $750 for a site plan
review. As detailed in the previous transmittal letter and application, I have retained Mr.
Keith D. Tucker, registered geotechnical engineer of Norcal Engineering, to perform all of
the required tests and certifications for the as built earth importation and slope.
It is also my understanding that Mr. Gary Wynn will submit to you a revised site plan based
on the as built survey completed in accordance with your request. Please note that the
historic slope detail was developed based on old existing drawings and since that time a pool
had been dug out on the property and the septic tank had been relocated. Both actions
resulted in likely changes in the property contours. I have no specific knowledge of those
changes, since they took place under a prior ownership approximately 10 — 12 years ago.
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Should you have any other requirements please contact me.
Very truly yours,
Fr i�lz E[lFischer
Enclosure: Variance Application
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City o, ie0ti4 Jh/
NOTIFICATION LETTER
October 4, 1991
Mr. Franz E. Fischer
2862 Palos Verdes Drive North
Rolling Hills, CA 90274
INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957
NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD
ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274
(213) 377-1521
FAX: (213) 377-7288
SUBJECT: Zoning Case No. 468
2862 Palos Verdes Drive North (Lot 992-A-RH)
Dear Mr. Fischer:
Your application for Zoning Case No. 468, a request for a Variance
to permit the importation of a substantial amount of soil to the
subject lot, has been set for public hearing consideration by the
Planning Commission at their meeting on Tuesday, October 22, 1991.
(Note that for this month ONLY the meeting will be on the 4th
Tuesday and not the usual 3rd Tuesday of the month).
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, October 18, 1991. Please arrange to
pick up the staff report to preview it prior to the hearing.
Please call me at (213) 377-1521 if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
LOLA M. UNGAR
PRINCIPAL PLANNER
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cc: Mr. Gary Wynn, David C. Breiholz
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To Whom It May Concern:
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OCT - 9 1991
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS
Mr. Franz Fischer of 2862 Palos Verdes Drive North in Rolling Hills
has consulted us on numerous occasions regarding the new top soil
placed near the north border of his property, and the re-
landscaping of the northerly portion of his property, immediately
adjacent to our property. Mr. Fischer has also kept us informed
as to his plan to build a stable and garage additions to his
property.
It is our opinion that Mr. Fischer has completed the work to date
in a professional manner, minimizing any inconveniences upon his
neighbors.
It is our opinion that the re -landscaping of his property will not
only enhance his property, but will also provide more privacy and
enjoyment for us on our property.
very truly yours,
Steve M. Calhoun,
2971 Plaza Del Amo #216
Torrance, Ca. 90503
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FRANZ E. FISCHER
September 26, 1991
The Members of the Planning Commission
City of Rolling Hills
2 Portuguese Bend Road
Rolling Hills, California 90274
Re: Variance Application — 2862 Palos Verdes Drive North, Rolling Hills
Dear Planning Commissioners:
With regard to the above referenced variance application I would like you to consider the
following points:
I started an application process with the Rolling Hills Homeowners' Association
shortly after acquiring the property as my residence in 1988. The property was
acquired with existing plans for a new 3 car garage and various other
modifications. For these plans (by architect Ron Davis) previous architectural
approval had been obtained and a building permit had been issued. The
previous owner chose to sell the property rather than construct the planned
improvements.
During 1988 and 1989 I had David Breiholz and an architect designed and
engineer a barn structure and the extension of the existing plans for a 3 car
garage to a 4 car garage. Through numerous discussions with the Homeowners
Association, City staff and my own engineer and architect, I was left with the
impression that a 3 foot high retaining wall which I -planned to construct along
the driveway and along the northwesterly property easement line, would not
require a building permit. I was also of the impression that fill behind such a
retaining wall did not require a grading/construction and/or building permit.
For various personal and financial reasons, the planned improvements (ie. barn
and 4 car garage) were not undertaken during 1989 and 1990. In the summer
of 1990 I started to revive my original project and, because I had to remove
and replace a substantial portion of my pool deck concrete, undertake the
construction of the retaining wall at the same time that I had the cement and
masonry people working on my property. In order to stay within what I
understood were the building code requirements, the retaining wall was
constructed only 32 inches high to be safely within the 3 foot high standard.
It.is still my understanding that the uniform building code and numerous city
codes in the South Bay area do not require a building permit for a retaining
wall less than 3 feet in height. I was also advised by my contractor that a less
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than 3 foot high retaining wall did not require a building permit in the City of
Rolling Hills.
After the retaining wall was built, I became aware of the availability of some
top soil and contracted with an excavation firm for the importation and
placement of this top soil as of August 11. This contract called for the
importation of 250 yards of soil to be placed behind the retaining wall and
above the existing front yard of my house.
On September 9, 1991 the Rolling Hills Homeowners' Association Building
Inspector, Mr. Roger, visited my property and indicated that, even though I did
not need a building permit for the retaining wall and the fill, that I should
supply the Rolling Hills Homeowners' Association with a landscaping plan.
I indicted to the Rolling Hills Building Inspector that I would immediately
proceed to hire a competent landscaping firm to develop such a plan.
One day later (September 10, 1991), after this initial visit, the County Building
Inspector, Mr. Bernal visited my property and indicated to me that the City had
received a complaint and that I should make an application for a grading
permit and submit a landscaping plan. I indicated to Mr. Bernal that I had
already agreed to submit a landscaping plan and that I would be glad to also
submit a grading plan.
On the day following, the City Manager, Mr. Frank Nealis and Ms. Lola Ungar
visited the property and informed me that any import or export of soil was not
allowed. The date of this visit was September 11, 1991. During this visit the
City representatives showed me a hand sketch by the County Inspector that, in
their interpretation, indicated that I had filled above the 3 foot high retaining
wall. I proceeded to show the City representatives that the interpretation was
incorrect, as there was no retaining wall at all in the area where they had
assumed that the retaining wall had been covered. Also, the fill in this area
was substantially below 3 feet. Based on the information received from City
staff we stopped all importation of soil and ceased all compacting operations
as of that date.
After receiving written information from Ms. Lola Ungar, dated September 12,
1991, I discovered that Ordinance #232 became effective on September 11 or
12, 1991. Please note that this was the same day, or a day after, the date that
all soil importation was stopped. I mention these dates in order to illustrate
that the work I was doing was done in good faith, without any knowledge of
any new ordinance being proposed, passed or active.
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To the best of my knowledge, none of my immediate neighbors, namely the
Fred or Steven Calhouns, have voiced any objection whatsoever to the work
that was done on my property. To the contrary, I have discussed on numerous
occasions with both Mr. and Mrs. Fred Calhoun and Mr. Steven Calhoun the
work and the landscaping plans, so that a harmonious and attractive outcome
would result. .Any complaints the City . may have received I am not aware of
but can only speculate that they came from the neighbors whose pit bull nearly
killed my eighteen month old son and against . whom we have taken some
moderate action through the City Manager's office.
Should you require any additional information, I will be glad to furnish it to you. For this
purpose, and based on the City representatives' urging, I have hired an engineering company,
David Breiholz and Co. Inc., a geotechnical engineer, Mr. Keith D. Tucker P.E, and a
surveying firm, Kugler, Surveying and Mapping, to assist me in bringing this property
improvement to an all around mutually satisfactory resolution
I would appreciate it if I could plant the hillside as soon as possible in order to avoid any
potential erosion.
Veryjtruly ours,
iF. ischer
RHILLS.LTR
2862 Palos Verdes Drive North, Rolling Hills, CA (213) 541-2112