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625, Construct an outdoor fireplace, Staff ReportsDATE: TO: FROM: • City 0/ s A 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 NOVEMBER 20, 2001 HONORABLE MEMBERS OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION YOLANTA SCHWARTZ, PRINCIPAL PLANNER APPLICATION NO. SITE LOCATION: ZONING AND SIZE: APPLICANT: REPRESENTATIVE: PUBLISHED: REQUEST ZONING CASE NO. 625-MODIFICATION 37 CHUCKWAGON ROAD (LOT 19-CF) RA-S-1, 1.561 ACRES MR. MARK ELLIOTT DOUGLAS MCHATTIE, BOLTON ENGINEERING NOVEMBER 10, 2001 Request for modification to a previously approved minor Variance to permit construction of an outdoor fire -place in the rear yard. BACKGROUND 1. The Planning Commission adopted the attached Resolution No. 2001-02 on February 20, 2001 approving a request for a Variance to permit construction of a 224 square foot addition to the west side of the residence that will encroach up to 4 feet into the west side yard setback. The residence already encroaches up to 8.5 feet into the west side yard setback and the proposed addition will not create any further encroachment than already exists. The vote was 5-0. 2. Condition "Q" of Resolution No. 2001-02 states as follows: "Notwithstanding Sections 17.46.020 and 17.46.070 of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code, any modifications to this Variance which would constitute additional structural development shall require the filing of a new application for approval by the Planning Commission." This is the reason this modification request is being brought to the Planning Commission. 3. The Planning Commission viewed the property during a field trip on Saturday, December 16, 2000. 4. The applicant is currently remodeling and upgrading the rear patio area, the swimming pool/spa and the driveway (within the existing location and configuration). The proposed outdoor fire place is considered a structure because Pririted on Recycled Paper. it is permanently affixed to the ground and will add 28 square feet to the structural lot coverage. 5. The net lot area is 58,456 square feet. The house (including the approved addition) is 3,107 square feet. Also proposed is a 450 square foot future stable and 550 square foot corral. The future stable and corral will be accessed from an existing driveway at the east side of the property to the lower level. This driveway has a slope of 19%. 6. No grading is required for this project. 7. Structural lot coverage proposed will be 4,737 square feet or 8.1%, which includes the 3,107 square foot house, 528 square foot garage, 528 square foot swimming pool/spa, 450 square foot future stable, 28 square foot fireplace and the service yard, (20% permitted). The total lot coverage proposed will be 10,047 square feet or 17.2%, (35% permitted). 8. Structural pad coverage on the residential 8,704 square foot building pad will be 4,287 square feet or 49.25% and exceeds the Planning Commission's guideline maximum of 30%. Future stable coverage on the 1,946 square foot pad will be 450 square feet or 23%. Structural coverage on the total 10,650 square foot pads will be 4,737 square feet or 44.5%. 9. The disturbed area of the lot will not change and will stay at 32% [40% maximum permitted; any graded building pad area, any remedial grading (temporary disturbance), any graded slopes and building pad areas, and any nongraded area where impervious surfaces exist]. 10. The original residence was completed in 1961. Following the completion, on May 16, 1961, the Planning Commission approved a Variance for Mr. Venard E. Kemp to permit encroachment of 10 feet into the west property line in Zoning Case No. 8, although, the survey for zoning Case No. 625 shows the residence to be 11 feet 6 inches from the property line. In 1981, a new study and a new entry porch were added, and the existing study was remodeled. In 1987, permits were finalled for a swimming pool as well as backyard caissons and grade beams. In 1993, the residence was re -roofed. 11. The project has been determined to be categorically exempt pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). 12. We received a letter, which is attached, from a neighbor in support of this modification. RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that the Planning Commission review the site plan and take public testimony. 4 SITE PLAN REVIEW RA-S-1 ZONE SETBACKS Front: 50 ft. from front easement line Side: 20 ft. from property line Rear: 50 ft. from property line STRUCTURES Site Plan Review required for grading requiring a grading permit, any new structure or if size of structure increases by at least 1,000 sq.ft. and has the effect of increasing the size of the structure by more than 25% in a 36-month period. STRUCTURAL LOT COVERAGE TOTAL LOT COVERAGE (35% maximum) RESIDENTIAL BUILDING PAD COVERAGE (Guideline maximum of 30%) TOTAL BUILDING PAD COVERAGE GRADING Site Plan Review required if excavation and/or fill or combination thereof that is more than 3 feet in depth and covers more than 2,000 sq.ft. must be balanced on site. DISTURBED AREA 40% maximum; any graded building pad area, any remedial grading (temporary disturbance), any graded slopes and building pad areas, and any nongraded area where impervious surfaces exist. STABLE (450 SQ.FT. & 550 SQ.FT. CORRAL) STABLE ACCESS ROADWAY ACCESS VIEWS PLANTS AND ANIMALS PREVIOUSLY APPROVED (2/2001) Infill 4 foot encroachment into the west side yard setback that will not encroach any further than existing residence which encroaches 8.5 feet into side yard setback. Residence 3107 sq.ft. Garage 528 sq.ft. Swim Pool/Spa 528 sq.ft. Service Yard 96 sq.ft. Stable (future) 450 sq.ft TOTAL 4709 sq.ft. 8.1% 17.2% 48.9% 44.2% none 32.0% 450 sq.ft. stable(future) 550 sq.ft. corral(future) Existing off of Chuckwagon Existing accessway off Chuckwagon Planning Commission review Planning Commission review PROPOSED Structural modification to previously approved Variance to add 28 square foot outdoor fireplace Residene 3107 sq.ft. Garage 528 sq.ft. Swim Pool/Spa 528 sq.ft. Service Yard 96 sq.ft. Stable(future) 450 sq.ft. Fireplace 28 sq.ft. TOTAL 4738 sq.ft 8.1% 17.2% 49.25% 44.5% None 32.0% 450 sq.ft. stable(future) 550 sq.ft. corral(future) Existing off of Chuckwagon Existing accessway off Chuckwagon N/A N/A •City ofieolling • 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 Agenda Item No.: 5A Mtg. Date: 2/26/01 DATE: FEBRUARY 26, 2001 TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL ATTN: CRAIG R. NEALIS, CITY MANAGER FROM: YOLANTA SCHWARTZ, PRINCIPAL PLANNER SUBJECT: RESOLUTION NO. 2001-02: A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS APPROVING A VARIANCE TO ENCROACH INTO THE WEST SIDE YARD SETBACK TO CONSTRUCT AN ADDITION AT A SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE AT 37 CHUCKWAGON ROAD IN ZONING CASE NO. 625. BACKGROUND 1. The Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. 2001-02, which is attached, on February 20, 2001 at their regular meeting granting a request for a Variance to encroach four feet into the west side yard with a 224 square foot addition. The vote was 4-1, with Commissioner Witte abstaining, because he did not attend one of the hearings. 2. The Planning Commission viewed a silhouette of the proposed project at the site on .Saturday, December 16, 2000, and held public hearings on November 21, 2000, December 19, 2000 and January 16, 2001. 3. The applicantoriginally requested a Conditional Use Permit for the construction of 800 square foot guest house. During the public hearings the Commission expressed concerns pertaining the size of the guest house, the total pad coverage and the general compatibility of the proposal with the adjacent properties. Subsequent to the December 19, 2000 hearing the applicant submitted a revised plan and withdrew the request for the guest house. 4. The request is for a Variance to permit construction of a 224 square foot addition to the west side of the residence that will encroach up to 4 feet into the west side yard setback. The residence currently encroaches up to 8.5 feet into the west side yard setback and the proposed addition will not create any further encroachment than already exists. There is also an sr.„ Pririted on Recycled Paper. • • existing 46 foot long, 3' high retaining wall parallel to the east property line that encroaches 10 feet into the side yard setback. 5. Grading for the project will not be required. 6. Structural lot coverage proposed will be 4,709 square feet or 8.1% (20% permitted). The total lot coverage proposed will be 10,019 square feet or 17.2% and is less than the maximum 35% of the net lot area permitted by the Zoning Code. 7. Building pad coverage on the residential building pad will be 3,635 square feet or 39.9% and exceeds the Planning Commission's guideline maximum of 30%. Future stable coverage on the 2,048 square foot second building pad will be 450 square feet or 29%. Coverage on the total 10,650 square foot pads will be 4,709 square feet or 44.2%. 8. The disturbed area of the lot will be 32% [40% maximum permitted; any graded building pad area, any remedial grading (temporary disturbance), any graded slopes and building pad areas, and any nongraded area where impervious surfaces exist]. 9. The original residence was completed in 1961. Following the completion, on May 16, 1961, the Planning Commission approved a Variance for Mr. Venard E. Kemp to permit the constructed residence to be 10 feet from the west property line in Zoning Case No. 8, although, the current survey shows the residence to be 11 feet 6 inches from the property line. In 1981, a new study and a new entry porch were added, and the existing study was remodeled. In 1987, permits were finalled for a swimming pool as well as backyard caissons and grade beams. In 1993, the residence was reroofed. 10. The existing driveway access off Chuckwagon Road will remain. 11. The project has been determined to be categorically exempt pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that the City Council receive and file Resolution No. 2001-02. SITE PLAN REVIEW RA-S-1 ZONE SETBACKS Front: 50 ft. from front easement line' Side: 20 ft. from property fine Rear: 50 ft. from property line STRUCTURES Site Plan Review required for grading requiring a grading permit, any new structure or if size of structure increases by at least 1,000 sq.ft. and has the effect of increasing the size of the structure by more than 25% in a 36-month period. STRUCTURAL LOT COVERAGE TOTAL LOT COVERAGE (35% maximum) RESIDENTIAL BUILDING PAD COVERAGE (Guideline maximum of 30%) GUEST HOUSE & STABLE BUILDING PAD COVERAGE TOTAL BUILDING PAD COVERAGE GRADING Site Plan Review required if excavation and/or fill or combination thereof that is more than 3 feet in depth and covers more than 2,000 sq.ft. must be balanced on site. DISTURBED AREA 40% maximum; any graded building pad area, any remedial grading (temporary disturbance), any graded slopes and building pad areas, and any nongraded area where impervious surfaces exist. STABLE (450 SQ.FT. & 550 SQ.FT. CORRAL) STABLE ACCESS IROADWAY ACCESS 1 VIEWS ( PLANTS AND ANIMALS ZONING CASE NO. 625 • EXISTING Existing 46' long, 3' high retaining wall encroaches 10 feet into east side yard setback and existing residence encroaches 8.5 feet into west side yard setback. Residence 2883 sq.ft. Garage 528 sq.ft. Swim Pool/Spa 528 sq.ft. Guest House 0 sq.ft. Service Yard 96 sq.ft. Stable 0 sq.ft. Total 4035 sq.ft. 6.9% 16.0% 37.9% N/A 37.9% N/A 16.0% N/A NIA Existing access from Chuckwagon Road at south side of property. N/A N/A PROPOSED Infill 4 foot encroachment into the west side yard setback that will not encroach any further than existing residence which encroaches 8.5 feet into side yard setback. Residence 3107 sq.ft. Garage 528 sq.ft. Swim Pool/Spa 528 sq.ft. Guest House 800 sq.ft. Service Yard 96 sq.ft. Stable 450 sa.ft. Total 5509 sq.ft. 9.4% 18.5% 39.4% 31.3% 37.2% None 32.0% 450 sq.ft. stable 550 sq.ft. corral , Existing driveway to stable has a 19% slope No change Planning Commission review Planning Commission review PROPOSED REVISED Same as proposed the first time Residence Garage Swim Pool/Spa Guest House Service Yard Stable Total • 8.1% 17.2% 39.9% NIA 44.2% None 32% No change 3107 sq.ft 528 sq.ft. 528 sq.ft. 0 96 sq.ft. 450 sq.ft. 4707sq.ft. No change No change Planning Commission review Planning Commission review RESOLUTION NO. 2001-02 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS APPROVING A VARIANCE TO ENCROACH INTO THE WEST SIDE YARD SETBACK TO CONSTRUCT AN .ADDITION AT A SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE AT 37 CHUCKWAGON ROAD IN ZONING CASE NO. 625 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. Mark Elliott, with respect to real property located at 37 Chuckwagon Road, (Lot 19-CF), Rolling Hills, requesting a Variance to encroach into the west side yard to construct an addition at an existing single family residence. Section 2. A. The Planning Commission conducted a duly noticed public hearing to consider the application on November 21, 2000, on December 19, 2000 and January 16, 2001, and at a field trip on. December 16, 2000. The applicants were notified of the public hearings in, writing by first class mail. Evidence was heard from members of the. City staff, the applicant's representative, and all persons interested in affecting the proposal. The Planning Commission reviewed, analyzed and studied the project. B. At the same time, the Planning Commission conducted a duly noticed public hearing to consider a Conditional Use Permit to construct 800 square foot guest house. At the December 19, 2000 meeting, the Commission expressed concerns pertaining to the size of the guest house, the total pad coverage and the general compatibility of the proposed guest house with the adjacent properties. The Commission continued the public hearing to January 16, 2001 to allow the applicant to revise his application. Subsequent to the December 19, 2000 public hearing, the applicant submitted a revised site plan and withdrew the Conditional Use Permit application. Section 3. The Planning Commission finds that the project qualifies as a Class 1 Exemption [The State CEQA Guidelines, Section 15301 (Existing Facilities)] and is therefore categorically exempt from. environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act. Section 4. Sections 17.38.010 through 17.38.050 of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code permit approval of a Variance from the standards and requirements of the Zoning Ordinance when exceptional or extraordinary circumstances applicable to the property and not applicable to other similar .properties in the same zone prevent the owner from making use of a parcel of property to the same extent enjoyed by similar properties in the vicinity. A Variance to Section 17.16.120(A) is required because it states that every lot shall have a side yard of not less than 20 feet. The applicant is requesting a Variance to encroach 4 feet into the west side yard to construct 224 square feet addition at an existing single family residential development. With respect to this request for a Variance, the Planning Commission finds as follows: A. There are exceptional and extraordinary circumstances and conditions applicable to the property that do not apply generally to the other property or class of use in the same zone because of the topography and irregular shape of the lot. The existing legal nonconforming residence was built with the residence encroaching up to 8.5 feet into the west side yard setback. This addition will not create any further encroachment than already exists, as the addition is proposed to be located under the existing roof line. The existing residence and proposed addition are modest in size. No other feasible location exists on the site for•the proposed addition. Due to the severity of slope on the property, the existing building pad cannot be increased in size. B. The Variance is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of a substantial property right possessed by other property in the same vicinity and zone, but which is denied to the property in question. Strict application of the Zoning Ordinance would deprive the property owner of the right and benefits enjoyed by. similarly situated properties in the same vicinity and zone. The encroachment permits the use of the lot to the extent allowed for other properties in the vicinity. The Variance will permit the development of the property in a manner similar to development patterns on surrounding properties. C. The granting of the • Variance would not be materially detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to the property or improvements in such vicinity and zone in which the property is located. Development on the pad will allow the remaining portion of the lot to remain undeveloped. The disturbed area of the lot is proposed at 32%, whereas 40% is permitted. The structural lot coverage and the total impervious lot coverage are within the guidelines of the City. The residential building pad coverage exceeds the City's guidelines of 30%: • Section 5. Based upon the foregoing findings, the Planning Commission hereby approves the Variance for Zoning Case No. 625 to encroach into the west side yard setback to construct a 224 square foot addition at an existing single family residential development as indicated on the development plan dated January 4, 2001, submitted with this application and incorporated herein by reference as Exhibit A, subject to the following conditions: A. This Variance 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 17.38.070, or otherwise been extended pursuant to the requirements of that section. • • B. It is declared and made a condition of the Variance approval, that if any conditions thereof are violated, this approval shall be suspended and the privileges granted thereunder shall lapse; provided that the applicant has 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 shall be complied with unless otherwise set forth in this permit or approved by variance. D. The lot shall be developed and maintained in substantial conformance with the site plan dated January 4, 2001, and marked Exhibit A, 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. The structural lot coverage shall not exceed 8.1% and the total lot coverage shall not exceed 17.2%. G. The residential building pad coverage shall not exceed 39.9%. Total building pad coverage shall not exceed 44.2%. H. The maximum disturbed area shall not exceed 32% of the net lot area. I. The existing topography, flora and natural features of the lot shall beretained to the greatest extent feasible. • J. 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. K. During construction, the Erosion Control Plan containing the elements set forth in Section 7010 of the 1996 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. L. 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. M. 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. N. The project shall be required to conform with the Regional Water Quality Control Board and County Health Department requirements for the installation and maintenance of stormwater drainage facilities. O. The project shall be required to conform with the Regional Water Quality Control Board and County Public Works Department Best Management Practices (BMP's) related to solid waste. P. The project must be reviewed and approved by the Rolling Hills Community Association Architectural Review Committee prior to the issuance of any building permit. Q. Notwithstanding Sections 17.46.020 and 17.46.070 of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code, any modifications to this Variance which would constitute additional structural development shall require the filing of a new application for approval by the Planning Commission. R. The approval shall not be effective until the applicant executes an Affidavit of Acceptance consenting to all of the conditions of the Variance approval and filed said affidavit with the City Clerk. S. All conditions of the Variance approval that apply must be complied with prior to the issuance of a building permit from the County of Los Angeles. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED ON THE 20th DAY OF FEBRUARY, 2001 ALLAN ROBERTS, CHAIRMAN ATTEST: MARILY ERN, DEPUTY CITY CLERK STATE OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) §§ CITY OF ROLLING HILLS ) I certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 2001-02 entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS APPROVING A VARIANCE TO ENCROACH INTO THE WEST SIDE YARD SETBACK TO CONSTRUCT AN, ADDITION AT A SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE AT 37 CHUCKWAGON ROAD IN ZONING CASE NO. 625 was approved and adopted at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission on February 20, 2001 by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners Hankins, Margeta, Sommer, Witte and Chairman Roberts NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. and in compliance with the laws of California was posted at the following: Administrative Offices MARILYN KERN, DEPUTY CITY CLERK City ofielliny JUL DATE: JANUARY 16, 2001 TO: FROM: YOLANTA SCHWARTZ, PRINCIPAL PLANNER • 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 HONORABLE MEMBERS OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NO. SI'1`h LOCATION: ZONING AND SIZE: APPLICANT: REPRESENTATIVE: PUBLISHED: REOUEST ZONING CASE NO. 625 37 CHUCKWAGON ROAD (LOT 19-CF) RA-S-1, 1.561 ACRES MR. MARK ELLIOTT MR. DOUGLAS MCHATTIE, BOLTON ENGINEERING CORPORATION NOVEMBER 11, 2000 Request for a Variance to permit construction of an addition that will encroach into the west side yard setback. The applicant is not proposing to construct a guest house, as originally submitted. BACKGROUND 1. At the December 19, 2000 Planning Commission meeting, the Commission reviewed and took public testimony on a Zoning Case No. 625. At that meeting the applicant requested a Variance to permit construction of a 224 square foot addition to the west side of the residence that will encroach up to 4 feet into the west side yard setback. The residence currently encroaches up to 8.5 feet into the west side yard setback and the proposed addition will not create any further encroachment than already exists. There is also an existing 46 foot long, 3' high retaining wall parallel to the east property line that encroaches 10 feet into the side yard setback. Responding to the Criteria to be satisfied for grant of a Variance, the applicant states that, "The requested addition is within an area that is currently within the side yard setback." In response to whether the change will be materially detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to the property or improvements in' the vicinity and zone where the property is located, the applicant states, "It is within an already developed area of the existing house." At that meeting, the applicant requested a Conditional Use Permit to construct an 800 square foot guest house at the western portion of the property 32 feet below the existing residence. The applicant also requested Site Plan Review to construct the new guest house, 224 square feet of additions to the west wing of the 2,883 square foot existing single ZONING CASE NO. 625 Planning Commission 1/16/2001 PAGE 1 Printed on Recycled Paper. family residence for a IPA of 3,107 square feet, and a 450 s uuare foot future stable and 550 square foot corral. The future stable and corral will occupy the guest house pad and are to be accessed from an existing driveway at the east side of the property to the lower level. The driveway has a slope of 19%. 2. At the December 19, 2000 meeting, the Planning Commission expressed concerns pertaining to the size of the proposed guest house, the total pad coverage and the general compatibility of the proposed development with the adjacent properties. 3. At the December 19, 2000, meeting, after reviewing and discussing of the proposed development, the Planning Commission, upon the request of the applicant, unanimously voted to continue the public hearing to today's date to allow the architect to scale down the proposal and to submit revised plans. 4. The applicant's representative has submitted revised site plan to construct 224 square foot addition to the west side of the residence that will encroach up to 4 feet into the west side yard setback. The residence currently encroaches up to 8.5 feet into the west side yard setback and the proposed addition will not create any further encroachment than already exists. The applicant is not requesting the Conditional Use Permit and Site Plan Review for west house. 5. The Planning Commission viewed a silhouette of the proposed project at the site on Saturday, December 16, 2000. 6. Grading for the project will not be required. 7. Structural lot coverage proposed will be 4,709 square feet or 8.1% (20% permitted). The total lot coverage proposed will be 10,019 square feet or 17.2% and is less than the maximum 35% of the net lot area permitted by the Zoning Code. 8. Building pad coverage o the residential 8,602 square foot building pad will be 3,635 square feet or ° and exceeds the Planning Commission's guideline maximum of 30%. Future stable coverage on the 2,048 square foot second building pad will be 450 square feet or 29%.Coverage on the total 10,650 square foot pads will be 4,709 square feet or 44.2%. 9. The disturbed area of the lot will be 32% [40% maximum permitted; any graded building pad area, any remedial grading (temporary disturbance), any graded slopes and building pad areas, and any nongraded area where impervious surfaces exist]. 10. The original residence was completed in 1961. Following the completion, on May 16, 1961, the Planning Commission approved a Variance for Mr. Venard E. Kemp to permit the constructed residence to be 10 feet from the west property line in Zoning Case No. 8, although, the current survey shows the residence to be 11 feet 6 inches from the property line. In 1981, a new study and a new entry porch were added, and the existing study was remodeled. In 1987, permits were finalled for a swimming pool as well as backyard caissons and grade beams. In 1993, the residence was reroofed. 11. The existing driveway access off Chuckwagon Road will remain. ZONING CASE NO. 625 Planning Commission 1/16/2001 PAGE 2 • • 12. The project has been determined to be categorically exempt pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that the Planning Commission review the plan and take public testimony. VARIANCE REQUIRED FINDINGS A. That there are exceptional or extraordinary circumstances or conditions applicable to the property that do not apply generally to other properties in the same vicinity and zone; and B. That such variance is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of substantial property rights possessed by other properties in the same vicinity and zone but which is denied the property in question; and C. That the granting of such variance will not be materially detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity; and D. That in granting the variance, the spirit and intent of this title will be observed; and E. That the variance does not grant special privilege; F. That the variance is consistent with the portions of the County of Los Angeles Hazardous Waste Management Plan relating to siting and siting criteria for hazardous waste facilities; and G. That the variance request is consistent with the General Plan of the City of Rolling Hills. ZONING CASE NO. 625 Planning Commission 1/16/2001 PAGE 3 SITE PLAN REVIEW RA-S-1 ZONE SETBACKS Front: 50 ft. from front easement line Side: 20 ft. from property line Rear: 50 ft. from property line STRUCTURES Site Plan Review required for grading requiring a grading permit, any new structure or if size of structure increases by at least1,000 sq.ft. and has the effect of increasing the size of the structure by more than 25% in a 36-month period. _STRUCTURAL LOT COVERAGE TOTAL LOT COVERAGE (35% maximum) 'RESIDENTIAL BUILDING PAD COVERAGE (Guideline maximum of 30%) GUEST HOUSE & STABLE BUILDING _PAD COVERAGE _TOTAL BUILDING PAD COVERAGE GRADING Site Plan Review required if excavation and/or fill or combination thereof that is more than 3 feet in depth and covers more than 2,000 sq.ft. must be balanced on site. DISTURBED AREA 40% maximum; any graded building pad area, any remedial grading (temporary disturbance), any graded slopes and building pad areas, and any nongraded area where impervious surfaces exist. STABLE (450 SQ.FT. & 550 SQ.FT. CORRAL) STABLE ACCESS ROADWAY ACCESS VIEWS PLANTS AND ANIMALS ZONING CASE NO. 625 Planning Commission 1/16/2001 PAGE 4 EXISTING Existing 46' long, 3' high retaining wall encroaches 10 feet into east side yard setback and existing residence encroaches 8.5 feet into west side yard setback. Residence 2883 sq.ft. Garage 528 sq.ft. Swim Pool/Spa 528 sq.ft. Guest House 0 sq.ft. Service Yard 96 sq.ft. Stable 0 sa.ft. Total 4035 sq.ft. 6.9% 16.0% 37.9% N/A 37.9% N/A 16.0% N/A N/A Existing accessway ChuckwagonRoad at south side of property. N/A N/A PROPOSED Infill 4 foot encroachment into the west side yard setback that will not encroach any further than existing residence which encroaches 8.5 feet into side yard setback. Residene 3107 sq.ft. Garage 528 sq.ft. Swim Pool/Spa 528 sq.ft. Guest House 800 sq.ft. Service Yard 96 sq.ft. Stable 450 sq.ft. Total 5509 sq.ft. 9.4% 18.5% 39.4% 31.3% 37.2% None 32.0% 450 sq.ft. stable 550 sq.ft. corra Existing driveway to stable has a 19% slope No change Planning Commission review Planning Commission review PROPOSED REVISED Same as proposed the first time Residene Garage Swim Pool/Spa Guest House Service Yard Stable Total 8.1 % 17.2% 3a e% N/A 44.2% None 32% No Change 3107 sq.ft 528 sq.ft. 528 sq.ft. 0 96 sq.ft. 450 sa.ft. 4707sq.ft. No change No Change Planning Commission review Planning Commission review DATE: TO: ATTN: FROM: SUBJECT: • City oi Rolling -NS; 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 Agenda Item No.: 4A Mtg. Date: 1/14/02 JANUARY 14, 2002 HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL CRAIG R. NEALIS, CITY MANAGER YOLANTA SCHWARTZ, PRINCIPAL PLANNER RESOLUTION NO. 2001-25. A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS MODIFYING PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2001-02. AND APPROVING MODIFICATION OF CERTAIN CONDITIONS FOR PREVIOUSLY APPROVED VARIANCE TO CONSTRUCT AN OUTDOOR FIREPLACE AT AN EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE AT 37 CHUCKWAGON ROAD IN ZONING CASE NO. 625-MODIFICATION, (ELLIOTT). BACKGROUND 1. The Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. 2001-25, which is attached, on December 18, 2001 at their regular meeting granting a request to construct an outdoor fire place, to be located in the rear yard. The vote was 5-0. 2. The Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. 2001-02 on February 20, 2001 approving a request for a Variance to permit construction of a 224 square foot addition to the west -side of the residence that would encroach up to 4 feet into the west side yard setback. The residence already encroaches 8.5 feet into the west -side yard setback and the proposed addition would not create any further encroachment than already exists. The vote was 5-0. 3. Condition "Q" of Resolution No. 2001-02 states as follows: "Notwithstanding Sections 17.46.020 and 17.46.070 of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code, any modifications to this Variance which would constitute additional structural development shall require the filing of a new application for approval by the Planning Commission." This is the reason this modification request was brought to the Planning Commission. 4. The Planning Commission viewed the property during a field trip on December 16, 2000, for the original application. ZC. No.625 Mod. City Council 1/14/02 Printed on Recycled Paper. • • 5. The applicant is currently `remodeling and upgrading the rear patio area, the swimming pool/spa and the driveway (within the existing location and configuration). The proposed outdoor fireplace is considered a structure because it is permanently affixed to the ground and will add 28 square feet to the structural lot coverage. 6. The net lot area is 58,456 square feet. The house (including the approved addition) is 3,107 square feet. Also proposed is a 450 square foot future stable and 550 square foot corral. The future stable and corral will be accessed from an • existing driveway at the east- side of the property. 7. No grading is required for this project. 8. As part of the original application, the utilities will be placed under ground. 9. Structural lot coverage proposed will be 4,737 square feet or 8.1%, which includes the 3,107 square foot house, 528 square foot garage, 528 square foot swimming pool/spa, 450 square foot future stable, 28 square foot fireplace and the service yard, (20% permitted). The total lot coverage proposed will be 10,047 square feet or 17.2%, (35% permitted). 10. Structural pad coverage on the residential 8,704 square foot building pad will be 4,287 square feet or 49.25%. Future stable coverage on the 1,946 square foot pad will be 450 square feet or 23%. Structural coverage on the total 10,650 square foot pads will be 4,737 square feet or 44.5%. 11. The disturbed area of the lot will not change and will stay at 32% [40% maximum permitted which, includes any remedial grading (temporary disturbance), any graded slopes and graded building pad areas, and any non graded area where impervious surfaces exist or are proposed to be added]. 12. The original residence was completed in 1961. Following the completion, on May 16, 1961, the Planning Commission approved a Variance for Mr. Venard E. Kemp to permit encroachment of 10 feet into the west property line in Zoning Case No. 8. In 1981, a new study and a new entry porch were added, and the existing study was remodeled. In 1987, permits were finalled for a swimming pool as well as backyard caissons and grade beams. In 1993, the residence was re -roofed. 13. The project has been determined to be categorically exempt pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). 14. We received a letter, which is attached, from a neighbor in support of this modification. RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that the City Council receive and file resolution No. 2001- 25. ZC. No.625 Mod. City Council 1/14/02 • • SITE PLAN REVIEW 1 PREVIOUSLY APPROVED (2/2001) RA-S-1 ZONE SETBACKS Front: 50 ft. from front easement line Side: 20 ft. from property line Rear: 50 ft. from property line STRUCTURES Site Plan Review required for grading requiring a grading permit, any new structure or if size of structure increases by at least 1,000 sq.ft. and has the effect of increasing the size of the structure by more than 25% in a 36-month period. STRUCTURAL LOT COVERAGE TOTAL LOT COVERAGE (35% maximum) RESIDENTIAL BUILDING PAD COVERAGE (Guideline maximum of 30%) TOTAL BUILDING PAD COVERAGE GRADING Site Plan Review required if excavation and/or fill or combination thereof that is more than 3 feet in depth and covers more than 2,000 sq.ft. must be balanced on site. DISTURBED AREA 40% maximum; any graded building pad area, any remedial grading (temporary disturbance), any graded slopes and building pad areas, and any nongraded area where impervious surfaces exist. STABLE (450 SQ.FT. & 550 SQ.FT. CORRAL) STABLE ACCESS ROADWAY ACCESS VIEWS PLANTS AND ANIMALS Infill 4 foot encroachment into the west side yard setback that will not encroach any further than existing residence which encroaches 8.5 feet into side yard setback. Residence 3107 sq.ft. Garage 528 sq.ft. Swim Pool/Spa 528 sq.ft. Service Yard 96 sq.ft. Stable (future) 450 sq.ft TOTAL 4709 sq.ft. 1 44.2% none 32.0% 450 sq.ft. stable(future) 550 sq.ft. corral(future) Existing off of Chuckwagon IExisting accessway off Chuckwagon IPlanning Commission review Planning Commission review PROPOSED Structural modification to previously approved Variance to add 28 square foot outdoor fireplace Residene 3107 sq.ft. Garage 528 sq.ft. Swim Pool/Spa 528 sq.ft. Service Yard 96 sq.ft. Stable(future) 450 sq.ft. Fireplace 28 sq.ft. TOTAL 4738 sq.ft 44.5% None 32.0% 1450 sq.ft. stable(future) 550 sq.ft. corral(future) Existing off of Chuckwagon IExisting accessway off Chuckwagon IN/A NIA • • RESOLUTION NO. 2001-25 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS . MODIFYING PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2001-02 AND APPROVING MODIFICATION OF CERTAIN CONDITIONS FOR PREVIOUSLY APPROVED VARIANCE TO CONSTRUCT AN OUTDOOR FIREPLACE AT AN EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE AT 37 CHUCKWAGON ROAD IN ZONING CASE NO. 625-MODIFICATION. THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS DOES HEREBY FIND, RESOLVE AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. A. Ari application was duly filed by Mr. Mark Elliott, with respect to real property located at 37 Chuckwagon Road, (Lot 19-CF), Rolling Hills, requesting a modification to a previously approved variance to construct a 28 square foot outdoor fireplace to be located in the east side yard area at an existing single family residence. B. The Variance request approved by Resolution No. 2001- 02 consisted of an encroachment of 4 feet into the west side yard setback with a 224.square feet addition at the above address. C. Condition No. "Q" of Section 5 of Resolution No. 2001-02 states as follows "Notwithstanding Sections 17.46.020 and 17.46.070 of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code, any modification to this Variance which would constitute additional structural development shall require the filing of a new application for approval by the Planning Commission." The proposed 28 square foot outdoor fireplace constitutes additional structural development. Section'2. ' The Planning Commission conducted a duly. noticed public hearing to consider the application on November 20, 2001. The applicant was notified of the public hearing 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 reviewed, analyzed and studied said proposal. Section 3. The Planning Commission finds that the project to modify zoning Case No. 625 qualifies as a Class 1 Exemption [The State CEQA Guidelines, Section 153011 and is, therefore, categorically exempt from further environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act. Section 4. Sections 17.38.010 through Section 17.38.050 of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code require that the Planning Commission make certain findings to grant a request for a Variance. When the Planning Commission previously granted the Variance, the required findings were set forth in Section 4 of Resolution No. 2001-02. The Planning Commission hereby determines that the findings contained in that prior resolution are applicable to and can be made ZC 625MOD. RES0.2001-25 • again in their entirety as the findings for the project as modified and are, accordingly, incorporated herein by this reference. Section 5. Based upon the whole record in this matter and information and evidence submitted and considered by the Planning Commission, the Commission does hereby amend Resolution No. 2001-02, dated February 20, 2001 as follows: A. Paragraph D of Section 5 is hereby amended to read in its entirety as follows: D. The lot shall be developed and maintained in substantial conformance with the site plan dated January 4, 2001, and 'marked Exhibit A, and the site plan dated November 7, 2001 and marked Exhibit A, except as otherwise provided in these conditions. B. Paragraph G of Section 5 is hereby amended to read in its entirety as follows: G. The residential building pad coverage shall not exceed 49.25%. The total building pad coverage,(residential and stable building pads), shall not exceed 44.5%. Section 6.- The approval granted under Zoning Case No. 625 as amended herein, shall expire on December 18, 2002 unless substantial construction has commenced as defined in Section 17.38.070(A) or the approval has otherwise been extended pursuant to the requirements of that section. Section 7. Except as herein amended, the provisions of Resolution No. 2001-02 shall continue to be in full force and effect. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED ON THE 18TH DAY OF DECEMBER, 2001 ALLAN ROBERTS, CHAIRMAN ATTEST: rF . K...4)vv../ MARILYN K RN, DEPUTY CITY CLERK ZC 625MOD. RES0.2001-25 • • STATE OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) §§ CITY OF ROLLING HILLS I certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 2001-25 entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS MODIFYING PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2001-02 AND APPROVING A MODIFICATION OF CERTAIN CONDITIONS FOR PREVIOUSLY APPROVED VARIANCE TO CONSTRUCT AN OUTDOOR FIREPLACE AT AN EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE AT 37 CHUCKWAGON ROAD IN ZONING CASE NO. 625-MODIFICATION. was approved and adopted at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission on December 18, 2001 by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners Hankins, Margeta, Sommer, Witte and Chairman Roberts. NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. and in compliance with the laws of California was posted at the following: Administrative Offices _h MARILYN KERN, DEPUTY CITY CLERK ZC 625MOD. RESO.2001-25 to DATE: TO: FROM: • ek4 opeolrnS JUL DECEMBER 19, 2000 • 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 HONORABLE MEMBERS OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION LOLA M. UNGAR, PLANNING DIRECTOR APPLICATION NO. SITE LOCATION: ZONING AND SIZE: APPLICANT: REPRESENTATIVE: PUBLISHED: REOUEST ZONING CASE NO. 625 37 CHUCKWAGON ROAD (LOT 19-CF) RA-S-1, 1.561 ACRES MR. MARK ELLIOTT MR. DOUGLAS MCHA'1"HE, BOLTON ENGINEERING CORPORATION NOVEMBER 11, 2000 Request for a Variance to permit construction of an addition that will encroach into the west side yard setback, a request for a Conditional Use Permit to permit the construction of a guest house, and a request for Site Plan Review to construct the guest house and residential additions at an existing single family residence. BACKGROUND 1. The Planning Commission viewed a silhouette of the proposed project at the site on Saturday, December 16, 2000. 2. The applicant requests a Variance to permit construction of a 224 square foot addition to the rear of the residence that will encroach up to 4 feet into the west side yard setback. The residence currently encroaches up to 8.5 feet into the west side yard setback and the proposed addition will not create any further encroachment than already exists. There is also an existing 46 foot long, 3' high retaining wall parallel to the east property line that encroaches 10 feet into the side yard setback. 3. Responding to the Criteria to be satisfied for grant of a Variance, the applicant states that, "The requested addition is within an area that is currently within the side yard setback." In response to whether the change will be materially detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to the property or improvements in the vicinity and zone where the property is located, the applicant states, "It is within an already developed area of the existing house." The applicant requests a Conditional Use Permit to construct an 800 square foot guest house at the western portion of the property 32 feet below the existing residence which is at the 98 foot level. The proposed guest house will be 70 feet from the residence at 39 Chuckwagon Road at the west and 160 feet from the residence at 35 Chuckwagon Road to the east. ZONING CASE NO. 625 PAGE 1 Printed on Recycled Paper. The applicant also requests Site Plan Review to construct the new guest house, 224 square feet of additions to the west wing of the 2,883 square foot existing single family residence for a total of 3,107 square feet, and a 450 square foot future stable and 550 square foot corral. The future stable and corral will occupy the guest house pad and are to be accessed from an existing driveway at the east side of the property to the lower level. The driveway has a slope of 19%. Site Plan Review is required for any new structure and for . any additions that increase the size of the structure by at least 1,000 square feet and has the effect of increasing the size of the structure by more than 25% in any 36-month period. 4. Grading for the project will not be required. 5. Structural lot coverage proposed will be 5,509 square feet or 9.4% (20% permitted). The total lot coverage proposed will be 10,819 square feet or 18.5% and is less than the maximum 35% of the net lot area permitted by the Zoning Code. 6. Building pad coverage, on the residential 10,803 square foot building pad will be 4,035 square feet or 39.4% and exceeds the Planning Commission's guideline maximum of 30%. Guest house and stable coverage on the 4,000 square foot second building pad will be 1,250 square feet or 31.3%. Coverage on the total 14,803 square foot pads will be 5,509 square feet or 37.2%. 7. The disturbed area of the lot will be 18,707 square feet or 32% [40% maximum permitted; any graded building pad area, any remedial grading (temporary disturbance), any graded slopes and building pad areas, and any nongraded area where impervious surfaces exist]. 8. The original residence was completed in 1961. Following the completion, on May 16,1961, the Planning Commission approved a Variance for Mr. Venard E. Kemp to permit the constructed residence to be 10 feet from the west property line in Zoning Case No. 8, although, the current survey shows the residence to be 11 feet 6 inches from the property line. In 1981, a new study and a new entry porch were added, and the existing study was remodeled. In 1987, permits were finalled for a swimming pool as well as backyard caissons and grade beams. In 1993, the residence was reroofed. 9. The existing driveway access off Chuckwagon Road will remain. 10. The project has been determined to be categorically exempt pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). RECOMMENDATION It is recommended . that the Planning Commission review the plan and take public testimony. ZONING CASE NO. 625 PAGE 2 VARIANCE REQUIRED FINDINGS A. That there are exceptional or extraordinary circumstances or conditions applicable to the property that do not apply generally to other properties in the same vicinity and zone; and B. That such variance is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of substantial property rights possessed by other properties in the same vicinity and zone but which is denied the property in question; and C. That the granting of such variance will not be materially detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity; and D. That in granting the variance, the spirit and intent of this title will be observed; and E. That the variance does not grant special privilege; F. That the variance is consistent with the portions of the County of Los Angeles Hazardous Waste Management Plan relating to siting and siting criteria for hazardous waste facilities; and G. That the variance request is consistent with the General Plan of the City of Rolling Hills. CODE REQUIREMENTS FOR GUEST HOUSE I1 PROPOSED a. Requires all guest or servant quarters on same recorded lot Proposed as main house b. Maximum 800 sq.ft. floor area 800 sq.ft. proposed c. No kitchen or other cooking facilities permitted Required condition d. Develop and maintain in substantial conformance with site Required condition plan e. -No vehicular access or paved parking area permitted to be Required condition developed within 50' of proposed guest house or servant quarters f. No guest may remain in occupancy more than 30 days in any Required condition 6 month period g. Renting of guest house is prohibited Required condition h. Comply with all requirements Required condition i. Preliminary landscaping plan required Required condition ZONING CASE NO. 625 PAGE 3 i SITE PLAN REVIEW RA-S-1 ZONE SETBACKS Front: 50 ft. from front easement line Side: 20 ft. from property line Rear: 50 ft. from property line STRUCTURES Site Plan Review required for grading requiring a grading permit, any new structure or if size of structure increases by at least 1,000 sq.ft. and has the effect of increasing the size of the structure by more than 25% in a 36-month period. STRUCTURAL LOT COVERAGE TOTAL LOT COVERAGE (35% maximum) RESIDENTIAL BUILDING PAD COVERAGE (Guideline maximum of 30%) GUEST HOUSE & STABLE BUILDING PAD COVERAGE TOTAL BUILDING PAD COVERAGE GRADING Site Plan Review required if excavation and/or fill or combination thereof that is more than 3 feet in depth and covers more than 2,000 sq.ft. must be balanced on site. DISTURBED AREA 40% maximum; any graded building pad area, any remedial grading (temporary disturbance), any graded slopes and building pad areas, and any nongraded area where impervious surfaces exist. STABLE (450 SQ.FT. & 550 SQ.FT. CORRAL) STABLE ACCESS ROADWAY ACCESS VIEWS PLANTS AND ANIMALS EXISTING Existing 46' long, 3' high retaining wall encroaches 10 feet into east side yard setback and existing residence encroaches 8.5 feet into west side yard setback. Residence Garage Swim Pool/Spa Guest House Service Yard Stable Total 6.9% 16.0% 37.4% N/A 37.4% N/A 16.0% N/A N/A 2883 sq.ft. 528 sq.ft. 528 sq.ft. 800 sq.ft. 96 sq.ft. 0 sq.ft. 4035 sq.ft. Existing accessway off Wideloop Road at east side of property. N/A N/A PROPOSED Infill 4 foot encroachment into the west side yard setback that will not encroach any further than existing residence which encroaches 8.5 feet into side yard setback. Residence Garage Swim Pool/Spa Guest House Service Yard Stable Total 9.4% 18.5% 39.4% 31.3% 37.2% None 32.0% 450 sq.ft. stable 550 sq.ft. corral 3107 sq.ft. 528 sq.ft. 528 sq.ft. 800 sq.ft. 96 sq.ft. 450 sa.ft. 5509 sq.ft. Existing driveway to stable has a 19% slope No change Planning Commission review Planning Commission review ZONING CASE NO. 625 PAGE 4 DA'1L: TO: FROM: • City 0/ leollinf DECEMBER 16, 2000 HONORABLE MEMBERS OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION LOLA M. UNGAR, PLANNING DIRECTOR APPLICATION NO. S11'E LOCATION: ZONING AND SIZE: APPLICANT: REPRESENTATIVE: PUBLISHED: REOUEST • 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 ZONING CASE NO. 625 37 CHUCKWAGON ROAD (LOT 19-CF) RA-S-1, 1.561 ACRES MR. MARK ELLIOTT MR. DOUGLAS MCHA'11'1E, BOLTON ENGINEERING CORPORATION NOVEMBER 11, 2000 Request for a Variance to permit construction of an addition that will encroach into the west side yard setback, a request for a Conditional Use Permit to permit the construction of a guest house, and a request for Site Plan Review to construct the guest house and residential additions at an existing single family residence. BACKGROUND 1. The Planning Commission will view a silhouette of the proposed project on Saturday, December 16, 2000 at 8:00 AM at the site. 2. The applicant requests a Variance to permit construction of a 224 square foot addition to the rear of the residence that will encroach up to 4 feet into the west side yard setback. The residence currently encroaches up to 8.5 feet into the west side yard setback and the proposed addition will not create any further encroachment than already exists. There is also an existing 46 foot long, 3' high retaining wall parallel to the east property line that encroaches 10 feet into the side yard setback. 3. Responding to the Criteria to be satisfied for grant of a Variance, the applicant states that, "The requested addition is within an area that is currently within the side yard setback." In response to whether the change will be materially detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to the property or improvements in the vicinity and zone where the property is located, the applicant states, "It is within an already developed area of the existing house." The applicant requests a Conditional Use Permit to construct an 800 square foot guest house at the western portion of the property 32 feet below the existing residence which is at the.98 foot level. The proposed guest house will be 70 feet from the residence at 39 Chuckwagon Road at the west and 160 feet from the residence at 35 Chuckwagon Road to the east. ZONING CASE NO. 625 PAGE 1 Pririted on Recycled Paper. • 0 • The applicant also requests Site Plan Review to construct the new guest house, 224 square feet of additions to the west wing of the 2,883 square foot existing single family residence for a total of 3,107 square feet, and a 450 square foot future stable and 550 square foot corral. The future stable and corral will occupy the guest house pad and are to be accessed from an existing driveway at the east side of the property to the lower level. The driveway has a slope of 19%. Site Plan Review is required for any new structure and for any additions that increasethe size of the structure by at least 1,000 square feet and has the effect of increasing the size of the structure by more than 25% in any 36-month period. 4. Grading for the project will not be required. 5. Structural lot coverage proposed will be 5,509 square feet or 9.4% (20% permitted). The total lot coverage proposed will be 10,819 square feet or 18.5% and is less than the maximum 35% of the net lot area permitted by the Zoning Code. 6. Building pad coverage on the residential 10,803 square foot building pad will be 4,035 square feet or 39.4% and exceeds the Planning Commission's guideline maximum of 30%. Guest house and stable coverage on the 4,000 square foot second building pad will be 1,250 square feet or 31.3%. Coverage on the total 14,803 square foot pads will be 5,509 square feet or 37.2%. 7. The disturbed area of the lot will be 18,707 square feet or 32% [40% maximum permitted; any graded building pad area, any remedial grading (temporary disturbance), any graded slopes and building pad areas, and any nongraded area where impervious surfaces exist]. 8. The original residence was completed in 1961. Following the completion, on May 16,1961, the Planning Commission approved a Variance for Mr. Venard E. Kemp to permit the constructed residence to be 10 feet from the west property line in Zoning Case No. 8, although, the current survey shows the residence to be 11 feet 6 inches from the property line. In 1981, a new study and a new entry porch were added, and the existing study was remodeled. In 1987, permits were finalled for a swimming pool as well as backyard caissons and grade beams. In 1993, the residence was reroofed. 9. The existing driveway access off Chuckwagon Road will remain. 10. The project has been determined to be categorically exempt pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that the Planning Commission review the plan and take public testimony. ZONING CASE NO. 625 PAGE 2 VARIANCE REQUIRED FINDINGS A. That there are exceptional or extraordinary circumstances or conditions applicable to the property that do not apply generally to other properties in the same vicinity and zone; and B. That such variance is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of substantial property rights possessed by other properties in the same vicinity and zone but which is denied the property in question; and C. That the granting of such variance will not be materially detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity; and D. That in granting the variance, the spirit and intent of this title will be observed; and E. That the variance does not grant special privilege; F. That the variance is consistent with the portions of the County of Los Angeles Hazardous Waste Management Plan relating to siting and siting criteria for hazardous waste facilities; and G. That the variance request is consistent with the General Plan of the City of Rolling Hills. CODE REQUIREMENTS, FOR GUEST HOUSE a. Requires all guest or servant quarters on same recorded lot as main house b. Maximum 800 sq.ft. floor area c. No kitchen or other cooking facilities permitted d. Develop and maintain in substantial conformance with site plan e. No, vehicular access or paved parking area permitted to be developed within 50' of proposed guest house or servant quarters f. No guest may remain in occupancy more than 30 days in any 6 month period g. Renting of guest house is prohibited h. Comply with all requirements i. Preliminary landscaping plan required. II PROPOSED Proposed 800 sq.ft. proposed Required condition Required condition Required condition Required condition Required condition Required condition Required condition ZONING CASE NO. 625 PAGE 3 SITE PLAN REVIEW RA-S-1 ZONE SETBACKS Front: 50 ft. from front easement line Side: 20 ft. from property line Rear: 50 ft. from property line STRUCTURES Site Plan Review required for grading requiring a grading permit, any new structure or if size of structure increases by at least 1,000 sq.ft. and has the effect of increasing the size of the structure by more than 25% in a 36-month period. STRUCTURAL LOT COVERAGE TOTAL LOT COVERAGE (35% maximum) RESIDENTIAL BUILDING PAD COVERAGE (Guideline maximum of 30%) GUEST HOUSE & STABLE BUILDING PAD COVERAGE TOTAL BUILDING PAD COVERAGE GRADING Site Plan Review required if excavation and/or fill or combination thereof that is more than 3 feet in depth and covers more than 2,000 sq.ft. must be balanced on site. DISTURBED AREA 40% maximum; any graded building pad area, any remedial grading (temporary disturbance), any graded slopes and building pad areas, and any nongraded area where impervious surfaces exist. STABLE (450 SQ.FT. & 550 SQ.FT. CORRAL) STABLE ACCESS ROADWAY ACCESS VIEWS PLANTS AND ANIMALS EXISTING Existing 46' long, 3' high retaining wall encroaches 10 feet into east side yard setback and existing residence' encroaches 8.5 feet into west side yard setback. Residence Garage Swim Pool/Spa Guest House Service Yard Stable Total 6.9% 16.0% 37.4% N/A 37.4% N/A 16.0% N/A N/A 2883 sq.ft. 528 sq.ft. 528 sq.ft. 800 sq.ft. 96 sq.ft. 0 sq.ft. 4035 sq.ft. Existing accessway off Wiideloop Road at east side of property. N/A N/A PROPOSED Infill 4 foot encroachment into the west side yard setback that will not encroach any further than existing residence which encroaches 8.5 feet into side yard setback. Residence Garage Swim Pool/Spa Guest House Service Yard Stable Total 9.4% 18.5% 39.4% 31.3% 37.2% None 32.0% 450 sq.ft. stable 550 sq.ft. corral 3107 sq.ft. 528 sq.ft. 528 sq.ft. 800 sq.ft. 96 sq.ft. 450 sq.ft. 5509 sq.ft. Existing driveway to stable has a 19% slope No change Planning Commission review Planning Commission review ZONING CASE NO. 625 PAGE 4 DATE: TO: FROM: • City ofielliny NOVEMBER 21, 2000 HONORABLE MEMBERS OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION LOLA M. UNGAR, PLANNING DIRECTOR APPLICATION NO. SI1`E LOCATION: ZONING AND SIZE: APPLICANT: REPRESENTATIVE: PUBLISHED: REOUEST 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 ZONING CASE NO. 625 37 CHUCKWAGON ROAD (LOT 19-CF) RA-S-1, 1.561 ACRES MR. MARK ELLIOTT MR. DOUGLAS MCHA'1"11E, BOLTON ENGINEERING CORPORATION NOVEMBER 11, 2000 Request for a Variance to permit construction of an addition that will encroach into the west side yard setback, a request for a Conditional Use Permit to permit the construction of a guest house, and a request for Site Plan Review to construct the guest house and residential additions at an existing single family residence. BACKGROUND 1. The applicant requests a Variance to permit construction of a 224 square foot addition to the rear of the residence that will encroach up to 4 feet into the west side yard setback. The residence currently encroaches up to 8.5 feet into the west side yard setback and the proposed addition will not create any further encroachment than already exists. There is also an existing 46 foot long, 3' high retaining wall parallel to the east property line that encroaches 10 feet into the side yard setback. 2. Responding to the Criteria to be satisfied for grant of a Variance, the applicant states that, "The requested addition is within an area that is currently within the side yard setback." In response to whether the change will be materially detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to the property or improvements in the vicinity and zone where the property is located, the applicant states, "It is within an already developed area of the existing house." The applicant requests a Conditional Use Permit to construct an 800 square foot guest house at the western portion of the property 32 feet below the existing residence which is at the 98 foot level. The proposed guest house will be 70 feet from the residence at 39 Chuckwagon Road at the west and 160 feet from the residence at 35 Chuckwagon Road to the east. The applicant also requests Site Plan Review to construct the new guest house, 224 square feet of additions to the west wing of the 2,883 square foot existing ZONING CASE NO. 625 PAGE 1 Printed on Recycled Paper. single family residence for a total of 3,107 square feet, ann a 450 square foot g q future stable and 550 square foot corral. The future stable and corral will occupy the guest house pad and are to be accessed from an existing driveway at the east side of the property to the lower level. The driveway has a slope of 19%. Site Plan Review is required for any new structure and for any additions that increase the size of the structure by at least 1,000 square feet and has the effect of increasing the size of the structure by more than 25% in any 36-month period. 3. Grading for the project will not be required. 4. Structural lot coverage proposed will be 5,509 square feet or 9.4% (20% permitted). The total lot coverage proposed will be 10,819 square feet or 18.5% and is less than the maximum 35% of the net lot area permitted by the Zoning Code. 5. Building pad coverage on the residential 10,803 square foot building pad will be 4,035 square feet or 39.4% and exceeds the Planning Commission's guideline maximum of 30%. Guest house and stable coverage on the 4,000 square foot second building pad will be 1,250 square feet or 31.3%. Coverage on the total 14,803 square foot pads will be 5,509 square feet or 37.2%. 6. The disturbed area of the lot will be 10,819 square feet or 18.5% [40% maximum permitted; any graded building pad area, any remedial grading (temporary disturbance), any graded slopes and building pad areas, and any nongraded area where impervious surfaces exist]. 7. The original residence was completed in 1961. Following the completion, on May 16,1961, the Planning Commission approved a Variance for Mr. Venard E. Kemp to permit the constructed residence to be 10 feet from the west property line in Zoning Case No. 8, although, the current survey shows the residence to be 11 feet 6 inches from the property line. In 1981, a new study and a new entry porch were added, and the existing study was remodeled. In 1987, permits were finalled for a swimming pool as well as backyard caissons and grade beams. In 1993, the residence was reroofed. 8. The existing driveway access off Chuckwagon Road will remain. 9. The project has been determined to be categorically exempt pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that the Planning Commission review the plan and take public testimony. ZONING CASE NO. 625 PAGE 2 VARIANCE REQUIRED FINDINGS A. That there are exceptional or extraordinary circumstances or conditions applicable to the property that do not apply generally to other properties in the same vicinity and zone; and B. That such variance is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of substantial property rights possessed by other properties in the same vicinity and zone but which is denied the property in question; and C. That the granting of such variance will not be materially detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity; and D. That in granting the variance, the spirit and intent of this title will be observed; and E. That the variance does not grant special privilege; F. That the variance is consistent with the portions of the County of Los Angeles Hazardous Waste Management Plan relating to siting and siting criteria for hazardous waste facilities; and G. That the variance request is consistent with the General Plan of the City of Rolling Hills. CODE REQUIREMENTS FOR GUEST HOUSE a. Requires all guest or servant quarters on same recorded lot as main house b. Maximum 800 sq.ft. floor area c. No kitchen or other cooking facilities permitted d. Develop and maintain in substantial conformance with site plan e. No vehicular access or paved parking area permitted to be developed within 50' of proposed guest house or servant quarters f. No guest may remain in occupancy more than 30 days in any 6 month period Renting of guest house is prohibited Comply with all requirements g• h. i. Preliminary landscaping plan required I1 PROPOSED Proposed 800 sq.ft. proposed Required condition Required condition Required condition Required condition Required condition Required condition Required condition ZONING CASE NO. 625 PAGE 3 110 SITE PLAN REVIEW I EXISTING I PROPOSED RA-S-1 ZONE SETBACKS Front: 50 ft. from front easement line Side: 20 ft. from property line Rear: 50 ft. from property line STRUCTURES Site Plan Review required for grading requiring a grading permit, any new structure or if size of structure increases by at least 1,000 sq.ft. and has the effect of increasing the size of the structure by more than 25% in a 36-month period. STRUCTURAL LOT COVERAGE TOTAL LOT COVERAGE (35% maximum) RESIDENTIAL BUILDING PAD COVERAGE (Guideline maximum of 30%) GUEST HOUSE & STABLE BUILDING PAD COVERAGE TOTAL BUILDING PAD COVERAGE GRADING Site Plan Review required if excavation and/or fill or combination thereof that is more than 3 feet in depth and covers more than 2,000 sq.ft. must be balanced on site. DISTURBED AREA 40% maximum; any graded building pad area, any remedial grading (temporary disturbance), any graded slopes and building pad areas, and any nongraded area where impervious surfaces exist. STABLE (450 SQ.FT. & 550 SQ.FT. CORRAL) STABLE ACCESS ROADWAY ACCESS VIEWS PLANTS AND ANIMALS Existing 46' long, 3' high retaining wall encroaches 10 feet into east side yard setback and existing residence encroaches 8.5 feet into west side yard setback. Residence Garage Swim Pool/Spa Guest House Service Yard Stable Total 6.9% 16.0% 37.4% N/A 37.4% N/A 16.0% N/A N/A 2883 sq.ft. 528 sq.ft. 528 sq.ft. 800 sq.ft. 96 sq.ft. 0 sq.ft. 4035 sq.ft. Existing accessway off Wideloop Road at east side of property. N/A N/A Infill 4 foot encroachment into the west side yard setback that will not encroach any further than existing residence which encroaches 8.5 feet into side yard setback. Residence Garage Swim Pool/Spa Guest House Service Yard 3107 sq.ft. 528 sq.ft. 528 sq.ft. 800 sq.ft. 96 sq.ft. Stable 450 sa.ft. Total 9.4% 18.5% 39.4% 31.3% 37.2% None 18.5% 450 sq.ft. stable 550 sq.ft. corral 5509 sq.ft. Existing driveway to stable has a 19% slope No change Planning Commission review Planning Commission review ZONING CASE NO. 625 PAGE 4