423, Requirering side yard setback , Staff Reports•
MEMORANDUM
TO: Craig Nealis, City Manager
Lola Ungar, Planner
FROM: Julie Heinsheimer, Landscape Consultant
DATE: March 26, 1992
RE: Zoning Case No.: 423
Enright Residence
35 Chuckwagon Road
Based upon the information received and a visit to the site, I find the
proposed redevelopment of the landscape sufficient and in keeping
with the existing material. The cost estimate submitted by Rolling
Hills Nursery is consistent with the size of the project and current
costs.
Plan Approved.
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ie Heinsheimer
City of Rolling Hills
Landscape Consultant
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March 11, 1992
TO:
ATTENTION:
FROM:
S UBJECT:
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City 0/ Ailing
JULIE HEINSHEIMER
7 JOHNS CANYON
ROLLING HILLS, CA 90274
CRAIG NEALIS, CITY MANAGER
LOLA UNGAR, PRINCIPAL PLANNER
INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957
LANDSCAPE REVIEW FOR ZONING CASE NO. 423
ENRIGHT RESIDENCE
35 CHUCKWAGON ROAD
NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD
ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274
(213) 377-1521
FAX: (213) 377-7288
Here is another project. Enclosed are the landscape plan, the estimate and
Resolution Nos. 91-32, 91-10 and 90-9-A. I have marked Section 7, Paragraph E
of Reso. No. 90-9-A that pertains to landscape plan approval on the resolution.
Please review the information and let us know whether you can approve the
plans and estimate as proposed. If you are not comfortable with any aspect of
the plan or the estimate, please make a note of your concerns and we will
forward them to the applicant.
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Ci1y el Rolling.�ee
MEETING DATE: DECEMBER 17, 1991
INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957
NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD
ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274
(213) 377-1521
FAX: (213) 377-7288
TO: HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND MEMBERS OF THE PLANNING
COMMISSION
FROM: LOLA UNGAR, PRINCIPAL PLANNER
SUBJECT: ZONING CASE NO. 423, MRS. STEPHANIE ENRIGHT
35 CHUCKWAGON ROAD (LOT 18-CF)
BACKGROUND
With your packet we attached a request by Mr. Dean Andrews for a
six month extension for a Variance to the side yard setback and a
Site Plan Review to construct additions to the nonconforming
residence at the subject site. Planning Commission Resolution No.
90-9-A was approved on May 5, 1990 and a six month time extension
was approved on April 16, 1991.
Since that time, the applicant has been pursuing the project with
the County and all that remains is final approval by the County's
Soils and Geology Division.
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the Planning Commission review the request.
3A
RESOLUTION NO. 91-32
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING
HILLS APPROVING A MODIFICATION TO RESOLUTION NO. 90-9-A
GRANTING A VARIANCE TO THE SIDE YARD SETBACK AND SITE PLAN
REVIEW APPROVAL AND APPROVING A MODIFICATION TO RESOLUTION NO.
91-10 GRANTING A TIME EXTENSION IN ZONING CASE NO. 423.
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 Mrs. Stephanie Enright
with respect to real property located at 35 Chuckwagon Road,
Rolling Hills (Lot 18-CF) requesting .a modification to the
condition of approval for a Variance to the side yard setback
requirements to construct additions to the nonconforming residence,
and Site Plan Review. The modification requested is to extend the
allowable time period to await final approvals from the County..
Section 2.• The Commission considered this item at its meeting
on December 17, 1991 at which time information was presented
indicating that the extension of time is necessary due to the need
for the Los Angeles County Soils & Geology Division to approve the
project.
Section 3. Based upon information and evidence submitted, the
Planning Commission does hereby amend Paragraph B, Section 7 of
Resolution No. 90-9-A and Paragraph 2, Section 3 of Resolution No.
91-10 to read as follows:
"B. 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. 90-9-A shall continue to be in full force and
effect.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 7TH DAY OF DECEMBER, 1991.
ALLAN ROBERTS, CHAIRMAN
ATTEST:
DIANE SAWYER, DEPUTY CITY CLERK
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RESOLUTION NO. 91-32
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The foregoing Resolution No. 91-32 entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING
HILLS APPROVING A MODIFICATION TO RESOLUTION NO. 90-9-A
GRANTING A VARIANCE TO THE SIDE YARD SETBACK AND SITE PLAN
REVIEW APPROVAL AND APPROVING A MODIFICATION TO RESOLUTION NO.
91-10 GRANTING A TIME EXTENSION IN ZONING CASE NO. 423.
was approved and adopted at a regular adjourned meeting of the
Planning Commission on December 7, 1991 by the following roll call
vote:
AYFS:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
DEPUTY CITY CLERK
D EAN AN ELEWS, ARCHITECT
ARCHITECTURE
ENGINEERING
SPACE PLANNING
November 14, 1991
City of Rolling Hills
2 Portuguese Bend Road
Rolling Hills, CA 90274
Attn: Lola Ungar
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By
Re: Enright Variance - 35 Chuckwagon Rd. - Zoning Case # 423
NOV 1
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1991
City Of Rolling Hills
Dear Lola,
I am requesting a six month extension of the above referenced approval. According to my records, this
variance approval will expire on 11-15-91.
The Building Permit application for this project is currently under review by the Geology Division for
final approval. I expect their written approval within the next few, days. Once approved, a Building
Permit will be issued as all necessary approvals have been obtained.
Your consideration of this request is appreciated.
Sincerely,
Dean Andrews
cc Stephanie Enright
590 W 9th ST * SAN PEDRO, CA 90731 (213) 519-7915
MEETING DATE: APRIL 16, 1991
TO: HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND MEMBERS OF THE PLANNING
COMMISSION
FROM: LOLA UNGAR, PRINCIPAL PLANNER
SUBJECT: ZONING CASE NO. 423, MRS. STEPHANIE ENRIGHT,
35 CHUCKWAGON ROAD (LOT 18-CF)
Attached is a request by Dean Andrews, Architect, representing
Mrs.Enright, for a six month extension for a Variance which will
expire May 5, 1991 as required in Paragraph B, Section 7 of
Resolution No. 90-9-A and approved on May 5,1990.
Mr. Andrews cites the requirement of further design study because
the subject site has experienced some land movement that has
severely affected the residential structure.
Resolution No. 91-10 has been prepared, approving the six month
extension, per review and motion by the Planning Commission.
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STAFF REPORT
DATE: April 9, 1990
TO: PLANNING COMMISSION
FROM: STAFF
SUBJECT: ZONING CASE NO. 423; Request for Variance to encroach into the
existing nonconforming side yard setbacks to construct additions
to the residence and Site Plan Review to determine compatibility
of the proposed residential additions and raised wood patio
decking with the site; 35 Chuckwagon Road, Lot 18-CF; Owner:
Stephanie Enright
DISCUSSION
The Planning Commission, at their regular meeting of March 20, 1990,
continued the above -stated application to an adjourned meeting so as to
inspect the site and surrounding properties. The applicant is requesting
a variance to permit residential additions that will continue the building
lines that perpetuate the nonconforming side yard setbacks.
Issues and concerns raised at the previous meeting were discussed as
follows:
1. RAS-1 zoned parcels of land require 20 foot side yard setbacks.
The applicant desires to continue the easterly existing side yard of 18
feet with a four (4') foot, 64 square foot extension of the house, and the
westerly side yard of 14-15 feet with an eight (8') foot, 204 square foot
extension. A vicinity map notes the separation from the neighboring
residences, and based upon the field inspection, view impairment would not
seem to be at issue. Other properties in this area have nonconforming
setbacks. Further, the project includes an additional 414 square foot
addition and a 1,220 square foot raised wood patio deck that will satisfy
required building setbacks. Findings that must be determined include
special circumstances applicable to the site, no special privileges, and
protecion of the public welfare.
2. Project details indicate that grading on the lot will not be
required. Clarification should be made as it pertains to the westerly
addition and the proposed substructure. Appropriate work to an existing
retaining wall should be noted. Plans must also be noted to include
building pad area coverage. The eight findings of fact must be satisfied
for approval of site plan review.
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RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the Planning Commission closely examine the proposed
project and potential impacts to the site and surrounding properties in
accordance with the purposes and objectives of the Zoning Ordinance that
address setback requirements and development compatibility. In order
before a variance may be granted, the Commission must determine that there
are special circumstances applicable to the property, special privileges
are not granted, and it would not be detrimental to the public welfare or
injurious to other property. Further, the Commission must consider site
plan review for the project and determine that findings required for site
plan revliew approval as set forth by the ordinance are satisfied.
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DATE: March 12, 1990
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
APPLICATION NO.:
SITE LOCATION:
ZONING:
APPLICANT:
REPRESENTATIVE:
PUBLISHED:
PRIOR CITY ACTIONS:
PROPERTY SIZE/
CONFIGURATION:
PRESENT DEVELOPMENT:
REQUEST:
STAFF REPORT
Zoning Case No. 423
35 Chuckwagon Road, Lot 18-CF
RAS-1
Stephanie Enright
Dean Andrews, Architect
March 10, 1990
1.127 acres gross, Irregular shape
Single family residence, stable/shed, swimming pool
A Variance to encroach into the existing nonconforming side
yard setback to construct additions to the residence and
Site Plan Review.for the proposed residential additions and
raised wood patio decking.
REVIEW AND EVALUATION OF ISSUES
In reviewing the applicant's request under Title 17 (Zoning), Staff would
identify the following issues for evaluation:
1. The property under application is near the terminus of Chuckwagon
Road and developed with a nonconforming residence, in that the required
side and front yard setbacks do not comply with the current standards.
The applicant is requesting variance relief from the code requirements to
permit construction of residential additions that will continue the
nonconformity as it pertains to the side yard setbacks. In the RAS-1
zone, 20 feet is required. Other properties in the area have
nonconforming setbacks.
2. The project entails a four (4') foot, 64 square foot extension of
the house that will continue an 18 foot side yard setback on the easterly
side, and an eight (8') foot, 204 square foot extension on the westerly
side that continues a 14 to 15 foot side yard setback. Additionally, the
project includes a 414 square foot addition and a 1,220 square foot raised
wood deck at the rear of the house that complies with required setbacks.
3. The plan indicates that no grading will be required for the
proposed project. The plan should, however, be clarified to address the
area of the westerly addition and the outcome of an apparent retaining
wall that exists.
4. The plans should be clarified to include the building pad area
calculations to verify consistency of development policy set forth by the
City.
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RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the Planning Commission closely examine the proposed
project and potential impacts in accordance with the zoning requirements
addressing side yard setback and development compatibility. In order
before a variance may be granted, the Commission must determine that there
are special circumstances applicable to the property, special privileges
are not granted, and it would not be detrimental to the public welfare or
injurious to other property. Further, the Commission must consider site
plan review for the project and determine that findings required for site
plan review approval as set forth by the ordinance are satisfied. Tehe
Commission should receive public testimony and continue the matter to an
adjourned meeting so as to inspect the site and surrounding properties.
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