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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: cityotrh@aol.com
Agenda Item No.: 4C
Mtg. Date: 2/23/04
DATE: FEBRUARY 23, 2004
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
ATTN: CRAIG R. NEALIS, CITY MANAGER
FROM: YOLANTA SCHWARTZ, PLANNING DIRECTOR
SUBJECT: RESOLUTION NO. 2004-05.
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING APPROVAL
FOR A VARIANCE TO PERMIT ENCROACHMENT WITH
ADDITIONS INTO THE FRONT YARD SETBACK AT AN
EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE IN ZONING CASE
NO. 680, AT 1 SOUTHFIELD DRIVE (LOT 1-SF), (ROUTT).
BACKGROUND
1. The Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. 2004-05, which is
attached, on February 17, 2004 at their regular meeting granting a request for a
Variance to construct additions, which encroach into the front yard setback at an
existing single family residence at 1 Southfield Drive, (Southfield and Crest). The
vote was 5-0.
2. The applicants propose to construct 911 square feet of additions in two
areas of an existing 1,933 square foot residence. When completed, the residence
will be 2,844 square feet. 596 square feet of the proposed addition would encroach
into the front yard setback.
3. All, but approximately 305 square feet of the existing 1,933 square foot
residence encroaches into the front yard setback. The northern and southern
portions of the existing residence encroach up to 40 feet into the 50-foot setback.
The proposed additions will be located behind the residence and will not cause
further encroachment towards the street.
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4. Building permits show that the house was constructed in 1951; therefore, all
of the existing structural encroachments represent a legal non -conforming
condition on the property.
5. The property is developed with a 1,933 square foot residence, 665 square
foot garage, 50 square foot spa, 460 square foot stable, 100 square foot gazebo and
110 square foot service yard. The corrals are located along Crest Road.
6. Responding to the criteria to be satisfied for grant of a Variance the
applicants' representative states that the proposed addition will not further reduce
the existing front yard setback and will be an asset to the property and vicinity.
The representative states that other homes of same age in the vicinity may have
similar conditions.
7. The property is located in the RAS-1 zone and is 2.60 acres gross in area,
(113,256 square feet). The property is located on a corner, abutting Crest Road and
Southfield Drive. The net lot area is 77,900 square feet, (1.78 acres). The property
slopes to the south and west to a pastoral and ocean view.
8. The proposed additions will be located in an area of existing patios, and no
additional disturbance or grading will be required for this project.
9. The structural lot coverage proposed is 4,229 square feet, which includes all
of the structures or 5.42% of the net lot area, (20% permitted). The total lot
coverage proposed, including structures and flatwork is 6,224 square feet or 8.0%
of the net lot area, (35% permitted).
10. There are two building pads on the property. The 6,600 square foot existing
residential building pad will have proposed coverage of 3,879 square feet or 58.7%.
Currently, the building pad coverage is 43.3%. Due to the natural slopes on this
property, most of the residence as well as the flat portion of the lot are located in
the front setback. The entire residence is included in the calculations for residential
building pad coverage; however, the portion of the pad located in the setback is
not counted towards building pad area. The existing stable pad is 2,960 square feet
with coverage of 15.5%.
11. The disturbed area of the lot is 25,525 square feet or 32.7% of the net lot
area, and will not be increased, (40% maximum permitted).
12. The project has been determined to be categorically exempt pursuant to the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
13. It will be a requirement that utilities to the property be placed
underground.
14. The Rolling Hills Community Association will review the project at a later
date.
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RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council receive and file the staff report or
provide direction to staff.
ZONING CASE NO. 680
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 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
(20% maximum)
TOTAL LOT COVERAGE
(35% maximum)
RESIDENTIAL BUILDING PAD
COVERAGE (30% maximum guideline)
BARN PAD COVERAGE
GRADING
Site plan review required if excavation
and/or fill or combination thereof 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 (minimum 450 so. ft.) and
CORRAL (minimum 550 so. ft.)
STABLE ACCESS
ACCESSWAY
VIEWS
PLANTS AND ANIMALS
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EXISTING
Single family residence,
which encroaches into the
front setback
PROPOSED
911 sq.ft. addition, which would
encroach into the front setback
Residence 1933 sq.ft. Residence 2844 sq.ft
Garage 665 sq.ft Garage 665 sq.ft.
Stable 460 sq.ft Stable 460 sq.ft.
ServiceYard 110 sq.ft. ServiceYard 96 sq.ft
Spa 50 sq.ft. Spa 50 sq.ft.
Gazebo 100 sq.ft. Gazebo 100 sq.ft.
TOTAL
4.25%
7.34%
43.3%
N/A
3,318 sq.ft TOTAL 4,229 sq.ft
32.7% of 77,900 sq.ft. net
lot area
Existing 460 sq.ft.
<550 sq.ft
Existing from lower pad
Existing from Southfield
N/A
5.42% of 77,930 sq.ft. net lot
area
8.0%
58.7% of 6,600 sq.ft. pad
15.5% of 2,960 sq.ft. pad
Combined — 44.2%
None
32.7% of 77,900 sq.ft. net lot
area
Existing 460 sq.ft.
<550 sq.ft
Existing from lower pad
Existing from Southfield
Planning Commission condition
N/A Planning Commission condition
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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.
NEARBY PROPERTIES
ADDRESS OWNER RESIDENCE LOT AREA
In square feet (excl. road)
3 Southfield Coates 3,215 1.32
7 Southfield Klerman 3,502 2.35
2 Southfield Marano 2,583 1.07
2 Flying Mane Rd. Hillway 2,568 0.99
33 Crest Road E. Papoola 5,137 1.35
35 Crest Road E. Browning 3,580 2.24
AVERAGE 3,430 1.55
1 Southfield Routt Existing 1,933; 2.0
Proposed 2,844
SOURCE: Assessors' Records
The above calculations do not include garages.
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RESOLUTION NO. 2004-05
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING APPROVAL FOR A
VARIANCE TO PERMIT ENCROACHMENT WITH ADDITIONS
INTO THE FRONT YARD SETBACK AT AN EXISTING SINGLE
FAMILY RESIDENCE IN ZONING CASE NO. 680, AT 1
SOUTHFIELD DRIVE (LOT 1-SF), (ROUTT).
THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS
DOES HEREBY FIND, RESOLVE AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Application was duly filed by Mr. and Mrs. Gerry Routt
with respect to real property located at 1 Southfield Drive, Rolling Hills (Lot 1-
SF) requesting a variance to encroach with additions into the front yard setback
at an existing single family residence.
Section 2. The Planning Commission conducted duly noticed public
hearings to consider the applications on December 16, 2003, January 20, 2004,
and at a field trip visit on January 17, 2004. The applicants were notified of the
public hearings in writing by first class mail. Evidence was heard and presented
from all persons interested in affecting said proposal and from members of the
City staff. The Planning Commission reviewed, analyzed and studied said
proposal. The applicants and their representative were in attendance at the
hearings.
Section 3. The entire existing residence, except for approximately 305
square feet, is located in the front yard setback along Southfield Drive. The
residence was built in 1951. The proposed additions would continue encroaching
into the front yard setback, however, they would be located to the rear of the
existing residence and would not be visible from the street.
Section 4. The Planning Commission finds that the project qualifies as
a Class 3 Exemption (State of CA Guidelines), and is therefore categorically
exempt from environmental review under the California Environmental Quality
Act.
Section 5. Section 17.16.120 requires the front yard setback for every
residential parcel in the RA-S-1 Zone to be fifty (50) feet from the roadway
easement line. The applicant is requesting to construct a 911 square foot addition,
which will further encroach at the furthest point 17 feet into the front yard
setback, (behind the existing residence), where the existing residence encroaches
up to 40 feet into the front yard setback 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. The property has been developed in
this manner in 1951. The topography of the lot together with the fact that the
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existing residence is located very close to the roadway easement and in the front
yard setback creates a difficulty in constructing the addition elsewhere on the
property.
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. The Variance is necessary
because the existing terrain and development on the lot creates a difficulty in
placing the addition elsewhere on the property. The existing house is one of the
smallest homes in Rolling Hills, consisting of 1,933 square feet. With the addition
of 911 square feet, for a total area of the residence of 2,844 square feet, the
residence would still be smaller than the average home in the vicinity, which is
3,430 square feet.
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. The proposed addition will be
constructed on an existing building pad, will be the least intrusive to
surrounding properties, will be screened and landscaped with mature trees and
shrubs, is of sufficient distance from nearby residences so that it will not impact
the view or privacy of surrounding neighbors, and will permit the owners to
enjoy their property without deleterious infringement on the rights of
surrounding property owners.
D. In granting of the Variance the spirit and intent of the Zoning
Ordinance will be observed in that the proposed addition will be orderly,
attractive and shall protect the rural character of the community. The proposed
addition will not encroach into the existing equestrian uses on the property.
E. The Variance request is consistent with the General Plan of the City
of Rolling Hills because the proposed structures comply with the General Plan
requirement of low profile, low -density residential development with sufficient
open space between surrounding structures.
Section 6. Based upon the foregoing findings and the evidence in the
record, the Planning Commission hereby approves the Variance for Zoning Case
No. 680 to permit a 911 square foot addition to encroach into the front yard
setback, subject to the following conditions:
A. The Variance approval shall expire within one year from the
effective date of approval as defined in Sections 17.38.070(A of the Zoning
Ordinance unless otherwise extended pursuant to the requirements of that
section.
B. If any conditions of approval are violated, this approval shall be
suspended and the privileges granted hereunder shall lapse; provided that the
applicants have been given written notice to cease such violation, the
opportunity for a hearing has been provided, and if requested, has been held,
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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 Code, the Zoning Ordinance, and
of the zone in which the subject property is located must be complied with,
unless otherwise set forth in this approval.
D. The lot shall be developed and maintained in substantial
conformance with the site plan on file marked Exhibit A and dated December 3,
2003 except as otherwise provided in these conditions.
E. Structural lot coverage shall not exceed 4,229 square feet or 5.42%
in conformance with structural lot coverage limitations.
F. Total lot coverage of structures and paved areas shall not exceed
6,224 square feet or 8.0% in conformance with total lot coverage limitations.
G. The disturbed area of the lot shall not exceed 32.7% in conformance
with disturbed area limitations.
H. Residential building pad coverage on the 6,600 square foot existing
residential building pad shall not exceed 3,879 square feet or 58.7%.
I. No grading or additional disturbance is necessary for this project.
J. During construction, dust control measures shall be used to stabilize
the soil from wind erosion and reduce dust and objectionable odors generated by
construction activities in accordance with South Coast Air Quality Management
District, Los Angeles County and local ordinances and engineering practices.
K. During construction, conformance with local ordinances and
engineering practices so that people or property is not exposed to landslides,
mudflows, erosion, or land subsidence shall be required.
L. During construction, conformance with the air quality management
district requirements, storm water, pollution prevention practices, county and
local ordinances and engineering practices so that people or property are not
exposed to undue vehicle trips, noise, dust, objectionable odors, landslides,
mudflows, erosion, or land subsidence shall be required.
M. During construction, the Erosion Control Plan containing the
elements set forth in Section 7010 of the 2001 County of Los Angeles Uniform
Building Code shall be followed to minimize erosion and to protect slopes and
channels to control storm water pollution as required by the County of Los
Angeles.
N. During and after construction, all parking shall take place on the
project site.
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O. 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.
P. The property owners shall be required to conform to the Regional
Water Quality Control Board and County Health Department requirements for
the installation and maintenance of storm water drainage facilities.
Q. The property owners shall be required to conform to the Regional
Water Quality Control Board and County Public Works Department Best
Management Practices (BMP's) related to solid waste and storm water pollution
prevention.
R. Prior to granting a final inspection and/or certificate of occupancy,
all utility lines to the residence shall be placed underground.
S. The City's requirements related to outdoor lighting, roofing
material and construction and all other requirements shall be complied with.
T. Prior to issuance of a building permit, the project shall be reviewed
and approved by the Rolling Hills Community Association.
U. The applicants shall execute an Affidavit of Acceptance of all
conditions of the Variance approval, pursuant to Sections 17.38.060 or the
approval shall not be effective.
V. All conditions, when applicable, of the Variance approval must be
complied with prior to the issuance of a building permit from the County of Los
Angeles.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 17th DAY OF FEBRUARY 2004.
ARVEL WITTE, CHAIRMAN
ATTEST: )
MARILYN KERN, DEPUTY CITY CLERK
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA)
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) §§
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS)
I certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 2004-05 entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
ROLLING HILLS GRANTING APPROVAL FOR A VARIANCE TO PERMIT
ENCROACHMENT WITH ADDITIONS INTO THE FRONT YARD SETBACK
AT AN EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE IN ZONING CASE NO. 680,
AT 1 SOUTHFIELD DRIVE (LOT 1-SF), (ROUTT).
was approved and adopted at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission on
February 17, 2004 by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Commissioners DeRoy, Hankins, Margeta, Sommer and
Chairman Witte.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
and in compliance with the laws of California was posted at the following:
Administrative Offices.
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FEBRUARY 17, 2004
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
YOLANTA SCHWARTZ, PLANNING DIRECTOR
APPLICATION NO.
SITE LOCATION:
ZONING AND SIZE:
APPLICANT:
REPRESENTATIVE:
PUBLISHED:
ZONING CASE NO. 680
1 SOUTHFIELD DRIVE (LOT 1-SF)
RA-S-1, 2.60 ACRES (GROSS)
MR. AND MRS. GERRY ROUTT
BREIHOLZ QAZI ENGINEERING
DECEMBER 6, 2003
6-C
RESOLUTION NO. 2004-05
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
ROLLING HILLS GRANTING APPROVAL FOR A VARIANCE TO PERMIT
ENCROACHMENT WITH ADDITIONS INTO THE FRONT SETBACK AT AN
EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE IN ZONING CASE NO. 680, AT 1
SOUTHFIELD DRIVE (LOT 1-SF), (ROUTT).
BACKGROUND
1. At the January 20, 2004 Planning Commission meeting, the Commission
directed staff to prepare a Resolution of approval in Zoning Case No. 680. The
vote was 5-0. Resolution No. 2004-05 is attached for Commission's consideration.
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 2004-05
approving this development.
Printed on Recyclyd I'dtr�.v
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RESOLUTION NO. 2004-05
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING APPROVAL FOR A
VARIANCE TO PERMIT ENCROACHMENT WITH ADDITIONS
INTO THE FRONT YARD SETBACK AT AN EXISTING SINGLE
FAMILY RESIDENCE IN ZONING CASE NO. 680, AT 1
SOUTHFIELD DRIVE (LOT 1-SF), (ROUTT).
THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS
DOES HEREBY FIND, RESOLVE AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Application was duly filed by Mr. and Mrs. Gerry Routt
with respect to real property located at 1 Southfield Drive, Rolling Hills (Lot 1-
SF) requesting a variance to encroach with additions into the front yard setback
at an existing single family residence.
Section 2. The Planning Commission conducted duly noticed public
hearings to consider the applications on December 16, 2003, January 20, 2004,
and at a field trip visit on January 17, 2004. The applicants were notified of the
public hearings in writing by first class mail. Evidence was heard and presented
from all persons interested in affecting said proposal and from members of the
City staff. The Planning Commission reviewed, analyzed and studied said
proposal. The applicants and their representative were in attendance at the
hearings.
Section 3. The entire existing residence, except for approximately 305
square feet, is located in the front yard setback along Southfield Drive. The
residence was built in 1951. The proposed additions would continue encroaching
into the front yard setback, however, they would be located to the rear of the
existing residence and would not be visible from the street.
Section 4. The Planning Commission finds that the project qualifies as
a Class 3 Exemption (State of CA Guidelines), and is therefore categorically
exempt from environmental review under the California Environmental Quality
Act.
Section 5. Section 17.16.120 requires the front yard setback for every
residential parcel in the RA-S-1 Zone to be fifty (50) feet from the roadway
easement line. The applicant is requesting to construct a 911 square foot addition,
which will further encroach at the furthest point 17 feet into the front yard
setback, (behind the existing residence), where the existing residence encroaches
up to 40 feet into the front yard setback 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. The property has been developed in
this manner in 1951. The topography of the lot together with the fact that the
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existing residence is located very close to the roadway easement and in the front
yard setback creates a difficulty in constructing the addition elsewhere on the
property.
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. The Variance is necessary
because the existing terrain and development on the lot creates a difficulty in
placing the addition elsewhere on the property. The existing house is one of the
smallest homes in Rolling Hills, consisting of 1,933 square feet. With the addition
of 911 square feet, for a total area of the residence of 2,844 square feet, the
residence would still be smaller than the average home in the vicinity, which is
3,430 square feet.
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. The proposed addition will be
constructed on an existing building pad, will be the least intrusive to
surrounding properties, will be screened and landscaped with mature trees and
shrubs, is of sufficient distance from nearby residences so that it will not impact
the view or privacy of surrounding neighbors, and will permit the owners to
enjoy their property without deleterious infringement on the rights of
surrounding property owners.
D. In granting of the Variance the spirit and intent of the Zoning
Ordinance will be observed in that the proposed addition will be orderly,
attractive and shall protect the rural character of the community. The proposed
addition will not encroach into the existing equestrian uses on the property.
E. The Variance request is consistent with the General Plan of the City
of Rolling Hills because the proposed structures comply with the General Plan
requirement of low profile, low -density residential development with sufficient
open space between surrounding structures.
Section 6. Based upon the foregoing findings and the evidence in the
record, the Planning Commission hereby approves the Variance for Zoning Case
No. 680 to permit a 911 square foot addition to encroach into the front yard
setback, subject to the following conditions:
A. The Variance approval shall expire within one year from the
effective date of approval as defined in Sections 17.38.070(A of the Zoning
Ordinance unless otherwise extended pursuant to the requirements of that
section.
B. If any conditions of approval are violated, this approval shall be
suspended and the privileges granted hereunder shall lapse; provided that the
applicants have been given written notice to cease such violation, the
opportunity for a hearing has been provided, and if requested, has been held,
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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 Code, the Zoning Ordinance, and
of the zone in which the subject property is located must be complied with,
unless otherwise set forth in this approval.
D. The lot shall be developed and maintained in substantial
conformance with the site plan on file marked Exhibit A and dated December 3,
2003 except as otherwise provided in these conditions.
E. Structural lot coverage shall not exceed 4,229 square feet or 5.42%
in conformance with structural lot coverage limitations.
F. Total lot coverage of structures and paved areas shall not exceed
6,224 square feet or 8.0% in conformance with total lot coverage limitations.
G. The disturbed area of the lot shall not exceed 32.7% in conformance
with disturbed area limitations.
H. Residential building pad coverage on the 6,600 square foot existing
residential building pad shall not exceed 3,879 square feet or 58.7%.
I. No grading or additional disturbance is necessary for this project.
J. During construction, dust control measures shall be used to stabilize
the soil from wind erosion and reduce dust and objectionable odors generated by
construction activities in accordance with South Coast Air Quality Management
District, Los Angeles County and local ordinances and engineering practices.
K. During construction, conformance with local ordinances and
engineering practices so that people or property is not exposed to landslides,
mudflows, erosion, or land subsidence shall be required.
L. During construction, conformance with the air quality management
district requirements, storm water pollution prevention practices, county and
local ordinances and engineering practices so that people or property are not
exposed to undue vehicle trips, noise, dust, objectionable odors, landslides,
mudflows, erosion, or land subsidence shall be required.
M. During construction, the Erosion Control Plan containing the
elements set forth in Section 7010 of the 2001 County of Los Angeles Uniform
Building Code shall be followed to minimize erosion and to protect slopes and
channels to control storm water pollution as required by the County of Los
Angeles.
N. During and after construction, all parking shall take place on the
project site.
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O. 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.
P. The property owners shall be required to conform to the Regional
Water Quality Control Board and County Health Department requirements for
the installation and maintenance of storm water drainage facilities.
Q. The property owners shall be required to conform to the Regional
Water Quality Control Board and County Public Works Department Best
Management Practices (BMP's) related to solid waste and storm water pollution
prevention.
R. Prior to granting a final inspection and/or certificate of occupancy,
all utility lines to the residence shall be placed underground.
S. The City's requirements related to outdoor lighting, roofing
material and construction and all other requirements shall be complied with.
T. Prior to issuance of a building permit, the project shall be reviewed
and approved by the Rolling Hills Community Association.
U. The applicants shall execute an Affidavit of Acceptance of all
conditions of the Variance approval, pursuant to Sections 17.38.060 or the
approval shall not be effective.
V. All conditions, when applicable, of the Variance approval must be
complied with prior to the issuance of a building permit from the County of Los
Angeles.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 17th DAY OF FEBRUARY 2004.
ARVEL WITTE, CHAIRMAN
ATTEST:
MARILYN KERN, DEPUTY CITY CLERK
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA)
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) §§
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS)
I certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 2004-05 entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
ROLLING HILLS GRANTING APPROVAL FOR A VARIANCE TO PERMIT
ENCROACHMENT WITH ADDITIONS INTO THE FRONT YARD SETBACK
AT AN EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE IN ZONING CASE NO. 680,
AT 1 SOUTHFIELD DRIVE (LOT 1-SF), (ROUTT).
was approved and adopted at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission on
February 17, 2004 by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
and in compliance with the laws of California was posted at the following:
Administrative Offices.
DEPUTY CITY CLERK
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TO:
FROM:
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Ci4f o/ ROIL194
JANUARY 20, 2004
INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957
NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD
ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274
(310) 377.1521
FAX: (310) 377-7288
E mail: cityolrh@aol.com
HONORABLE MEMBERS OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
YOLANTA SCHWARTZ, PLANNING DIRECTOR
APPLICATION NO.
SITE LOCATION:
ZONING AND SIZE:
APPLICANT:
REPRESENTATIVE:
PUBLISHED:
REQUEST
ZONING CASE NO. 680
1 SOUTHFIELD DRIVE (LOT 1-SF)
RA-S-1, 2.60 ACRES (GROSS)
MR. AND MRS. GERRY ROUTT
BREIHOLZ QAZI ENGINEERING
DECEMBER 6, 2003
Request for a Variance to permit construction of an addition, which would
encroach into the front yard setback at an existing single family residence.
BACKGROUND
1. The Planning Commission visited the subject property on January 17, 2004.
2. The applicants propose to construct 911 square feet of additions in two
areas of an existing 1,933 square foot residence. When completed, the residence
will be 2,844 square feet. 596 square feet of the proposed addition would encroach
into the front yard setback.
3. All, but approximately 305 square feet of the existing 1,933 square foot
residence encroaches into the front yard setback. The northern and southern
portions of the existing residence encroach up to 40 feet into the 50-foot setback.
The proposed additions will be located behind the residence and will not cause
further encroachment towards the street.
4. Building permits show that the house was constructed in 1951.
5. The property is developed with a 1,933 square foot residence, 665 square
foot garage, 50 square foot spa, 460 square foot stable, 100 square foot gazebo and
110 square foot service yard. The corrals are located along Crest Road.
6. Responding to the criteria to be satisfied for grant of a Variance the applicants'
representative states that the proposed addition will not further reduce the existing front
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yard setback and will be an asset to the property and vicinity. The representative states that
other homes of same age in the vicinity may have similar conditions.
7. The property is located in the RAS-1 zone and is 2.60 acres gross in area,
(113,256 square feet). The property is located on a corner, abutting Crest Road and
Southfield Drive. The net lot area is 77,900 square feet, (1.78 acres). The property
slopes to the south and west to a pastoral and ocean view.
8. The proposed additions will be located in an area of existing patios, and no
additional disturbance or grading will be required for this project.
9. The structural lot coverage proposed is 4,229 square feet, which includes all
of the structures or 5.42% of the net lot area, (20% permitted). The total lot
coverage proposed, including structures and flatwork is 6,224 square feet or 8.0%
of the net lot area, (35% permitted).
10. There are two building pads on the property. The 6,600 square foot existing
residential building pad will have proposed coverage of 3,879 square feet or 58.7%.
Currently, the building pad coverage is 43.3%. Due to the natural slopes on this
property, most of the residence as well as the building pad are located in the
setback. The entire residence is included in the calculations for residential building
pad coverage; however, the portion of the pad located in the setback is not counted
towards building pad area. The existing stable pad is 2,960 square feet with
coverage of 15.5%.
10. The disturbed area of the lot is 25,525 square feet or 32.7% of the net lot
area, and will not be increased, (40% maximum permitted).
11. The project has been determined to be categorically exempt pursuant to the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
12. It will be a requirement that utilities to the property be placed
underground.
13. The Rolling Hills Community Association will review the project at a later
date.
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the Planning Commission review the project, take public
testimony and provide direction to staff.
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ZONING CASE NO. 680
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 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
(20% maximum)
I TOTAL LOT COVERAGE
• (35% maximum)
RESIDENTIAL BUILDING PAD
COVERAGE (30% maximum auidelinel
BARN PAD COVERAGE
GRADING
Site plan review required if excavation
and/or fill or combination thereof 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 (minimum 450 sa. ft.) and
CORRAL (minimum 550 sa. ft.)
STABLE ACCESS
ACCESSWAY
VIEWS
PLANTS AND ANIMALS
EXISTING
Single family residence,
which encroaches into the
front setback
Residence
Garage
Stable
ServiceYard
Spa
Gazebo
1933 sq.ft.
665 sq.ft
460 sq.ft
110 sq.ft.
50 sq.ft.
100 sq.ft.
TOTAL 3,318 sq.ft
4.25%
7.34%
43.3%
N/A
PROPOSED
911 sq.ft. addition, which would
encroach into the front setback
Residence 2844 sq.ft
Garage 665 sq.ft.
Stable 460 sq.ft.
ServiceYard 96 sq.ft
Spa 50 sq.ft.
Gazebo 100 sq.ft.
TOTAL 4,229 sq.ft
5.42% of 77,900 sq.ft. net lot
area
8.0%
58.7% of 6,600 sq.ft. pad
15.5% of 2,960 sq.ft. pad
Combined — 44.2%
None
32.7% of 77,900 sq.ft. net 32.7% of 77,900 sq.ft. net lot
lot area area
Existing 460 sq.ft.
<550 sq.ft
Existing from lower pad
I Existing from Southfield
N/A
IN/A
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Existing 460 sq.ft.
<550 sq.ft
Existing from lower pad
I Existing from Southfield
Planning Commission review
IPlanning Commission review
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 theCounty 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.
NEARBY PROPERTIES
ADDRESS OWNER RESIDENCE LOT AREA
In square feet (excl. road)
3 Southfield Coates 3,215 1.32
7 Southfield Klerman 3,502 2.35
2 Southfield Marano 2,583 1.07
2 Flying Mane Rd. Hillway 2,568 0.99
33 Crest Road E. Papoola 5,137 1.35
35 Crest Road E. Browning 3,580 2.24
AVERAGE 3,430 1.55
1 Southfield Routt Existing 1,933; 2.0
Proposed 2,844
SOURCE: Assessors' Records
The above calculations do not include garages.
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FROM:
OfieLiLb•Itg 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
JANUARY 17, 2004
HONORABLE MEMBERS OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
YOLANTA SCHWARTZ, PLANNING DIRECTOR
APPLICATION NO.
SITE LOCATION:
ZONING AND SIZE:
APPLICANT:
REPRESENTATIVE:
PUBLISHED:
REQUEST
ZONING CASE NO. 680
1 SOUTHFIELD DRIVE (LOT 1-SF)
RA-S-1, 2.60 ACRES (GROSS)
MR. AND MRS. GERRY ROUTT
BREIHOLZ QAZI ENGINEERING
DECEMBER 6, 2003
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Request for a Variance to permit construction of an addition, which would
encroach into the front yard setback at an existing single family residence.
BACKGROUND
1. At the December 16, 2003 meeting the Planning Commission scheduled a
site visit to subject property on January 17, 2004.
2. The applicants propose to construct 911 square feet of additions in two
areas of an existing 1,933 square foot residence. When completed, the residence
will be 2,844 square feet. 596 square feet of the proposed addition would encroach
into the front yard setback.
3. All, but approximately 305 square feet of the existing 1,933 square foot
residence encroaches into the front yard setback. The northern and southern
portions of the existing residence encroach up to 40 feet into the 50-foot setback.
The proposed additions will be located behind the residence and will not cause
further encroachment towards the street.
4. Building permits show that the house was constructed in 1951.
5. The property is developed with a 1,933 square foot residence, 665 square
foot garage, 50 square foot spa, 460 square foot stable, 100 square foot gazebo and
110 square foot service yard. The corrals are located along Crest Road.
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6. Responding to the criteria to be satisfied for grant of a Variance the applicants'
representative states that the proposed addition will not further reduce the existing front
yard setback and will be an asset to the property and vicinity. The representative states that
other homes of same age in the vicinity may have similar conditions.
7. The property is located in the RAS-1 zone and is 2.60 acres gross in area,
(113,256 square feet). The property is located on a corner, abutting Crest Road and
Southfield Drive. The net lot area is 77,900 square feet, (1.78 acres). The property
slopes to the south and west to a pastoral and ocean view.
8. The proposed additions will be located in an area of existing patios, and no
additional disturbance or grading will be required for this project.
9. The structural lot coverage proposed is 4,229 square feet, which includes all
of the structures or 5.42% of the net lot area, (20% permitted). The total lot
coverage proposed, including structures and flatwork is 6,224 square feet or 8.0%
of the net lot area, (35% permitted).
10. There are two building pads on the property. The 6,600 square foot existing
residential building pad will have proposed coverage of 3,879 square feet or 58.7%.
Currently, the building pad coverage is 43.3%. Due to the natural slopes on this
property, most of the residence as well as the building pad are located in the
setback. The entire residence is included in the calculations for residential building
pad coverage; however, the portion of the pad located in the setback is not counted
towards building pad area. The existing stable pad is 2,960 square feet with
coverage of 15.5%.
11. The disturbed area of the lot is 25,525 square feet or 32.7% of the net lot
area, and will not be increased, (40% maximum permitted).
12. The project has been determined to be categorically exempt pursuant to the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
13. It will be a requirement that utilities to the property be placed
underground.
14. The Rolling Hills Community Association will review the project at a later
date.
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the Planning Commission view the project and take
public testimony.
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ZONING CASE NO. 680
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 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
(20% maximum)
TOTAL LOT COVERAGE
(35% maximum)
RESIDENTIAL BUILDING PAD
COVERAGE (30% maximum Guideline)
BARN PAD COVERAGE
GRADING
Site plan review required if excavation
and/or fill or combination thereof 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 (minimum 450 sa. ft.) and
CORRAL (minimum 550 sa. ft.)
STABLE ACCESS
ACCESSWAY
VIEWS
PLANTS AND ANIMALS
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EXISTING
Single family residence,
which encroaches into the
front setback
PROPOSED
911 sq.ft. addition, which would
encroach into the front setback
Residence 1933 sq.ft. Residence 2844 sq.ft
Garage 665 sq.ft Garage 665 sq.ft.
Stable 460 sq.ft Stable 460 sq.ft.
ServiceYard 110 sq.ft. ServiceYard 96 sq.ft
Spa 50 sq.ft. Spa 50 sq.ft.
Gazebo 100 sq.ft. Gazebo 100 sq.ft.
TOTAL
4.25%
7.34%
43.3%
N/A
3,318 sq.ft TOTAL 4,229 sq.ft
32.7% of 77,900 sq.ft. net
lot area
Existing 460 sq.ft.
<550 sq.ft
Existing from lower pad
Existing from Southfield
N/A
5.42% of 77,900 sq.ft. net lot
area
8.0%
58.7% of 6,600 sq.ft. pad
15.5% of 2,960 sq.ft. pad
Combined — 44.2%
None
32.7% of 77,900 sq.ft. net lot
area
Existing 460 sq.ft.
<550 sq.ft
Existing from lower pad
Existing from Southfield
Planning Commission review
N/A Planning Commission review
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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.
NEARBY PROPERTIES
ADDRESS OWNER RESIDENCE
In square feet
I 3 Southfield Coates 3,215
I 7 Southfield Klerman 3,502
I 2 Southfield Marano 2,583
12 Flying Mane Rd. Hillway 2,568
33 Crest Road E. Papoola 5,137
35 Crest Road E. Browning 3,580
AVERAGE 3,430
1 Southfield Routt Existing 1,933;
Proposed 2,844
SOURCE: Assessors' Records
The above calculations do not include garages.
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LOT AREA
(excl. road)
1.32
2.35
1.07
0.99
1.35
2.24
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INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957
NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD
ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274
(310) 377-1521
FAX: (310) 377-7288
DATE: DECEMBER 16, 2003 E-mail: cityo(rh@aol.com
TO: HONORABLE MEMBERS OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
FROM: YOLANTA SCHWARTZ, PLANNING DIRECTOR
APPLICATION NO.
SITE LOCATION:
ZONING AND SIZE:
APPLICANT:
REPRESENTATIVE:
PUBLISHED:
REOUEST
ZONING CASE NO. 680
1 SOUTHFIELD DRIVE (LOT 1-SF)
RA-S-1, 2.60 ACRES (GROSS)
MR. AND MRS. GERRY ROUTT
BREIHOLZ QAZI ENGINEERING
DECEMBER 6, 2003
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Request for a Variance to permit construction of an addition, which would
encroach into the front yard setback at an existing single family residence.
BACKGROUND
1. The applicants propose to construct 911 square feet of additions in two
areas of an existing 1,933 square foot residence. When completed, the residence
will be 2,844 square feet. 596 square feet of the proposed addition would encroach
into the front yard setback.
2. All, but approximately 305 square feet of the existing 1,933 square foot
residence encroaches into the front yard setback. The northern and southern
portions of the existing residence encroach up to 40 feet into the 50-foot setback.
The proposed additions will be located behind the residence and will not cause
further encroachment towards the street.
3. Building permits show that the house was constructed in 1951.
4. The property is developed with a 1,933 square foot residence, 665 square
foot garage, 50 square foot spa, 460 square foot stable, 100 square foot gazebo and
110 square foot service yard. The corrals are located along Crest Road.
5. Responding to the criteria to be satisfied for grant of a Variance the applicants'
representative states that the proposed addition will not further reduce the existing front
yard setback and will be an asset to the property and vicinity. The representative states that
other homes of same age in the vicinity may have similar conditions.
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6. The property is located in the RAS-1 zone and is 2.60 acres gross in area,
(113,256 square feet). The property is located on a corner, abutting Crest Road and
Southfield Drive. The net lot area is 77,900 square feet, (1.78 acres). The property
slopes to the south and west to a pastoral and ocean view.
7. The proposed additions will be located in an area of existing patios, and no
additional disturbance or grading will be required for this project.
8. The structural lot coverage proposed is 4,229 square feet, which includes all
of the structures or 5.42% of the net lot area, (20% permitted). The total lot
coverage proposed, including structures and flatwork is 6,224 square feet or 8.0%
of the net lot area, (35% permitted).
9. There are two building pads on the property. The 6,600 square foot existing
residential building pad will have proposed coverage of 3,879 square feet or 58.7%.
Currently, the building pad coverage is 43.3%. Due to the natural slopes on this
property, most of the residence as well as the building pad are located in the
setback. The entire residence is included in the calculations for residential building
pad coverage; however, the portion of the pad located in the setback is not counted
towards building pad area. The stable pad is 2,960 square feet with coverage of
15.5%.
10. The disturbed area of the lot is 25,525 square feet or 32.7% of the net lot
area, and will not be increased, (40% maximum permitted).
11. The project has been determined to be categorically exempt pursuant to the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
12. It will be a requirement that utilities to the property be placed
underground.
13. The Rolling Hills Community Association will review the project at a later
date.
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the Planning Commission review the staff report and
take public testimony.
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ZONING CASE NO. 680
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 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
(20% maximum)
TOTAL LOT COVERAGE
(35% maximum)
RESIDENTIAL BUILDING PAD
COVERAGE (30% maximum guideline)
BARN PAD COVERAGE
GRADING
Site plan review required if excavation
and/or fill or combination thereof 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 (minimum 450 sq. ft.) and
CORRAL (minimum 550 so. ft.)
STABLE ACCESS
ACCESSWAY
VIEWS
EXISTING
Single family residence,
which encroaches into the
front yard setback
Residence
Garage
Stable
ServiceYard
Spa
Gazebo
1933 sq.ft.
665 sq.ft
460 sq.ft
110 sq.ft.
50 sq.ft.
100 sq.ft.
PROPOSED
911 sq.ft. addition, which would
encroach into the front setback
Residence 2844 sq.ft
Garage 665 sq.ft.
Stable 460 sq.ft.
ServiceYard 96 sq.ft
Spa 50 sq.ft.
Gazebo 100 sq.ft.
TOTAL 3,318 sq.ft TOTAL
4.25%
7.34%
43.3%
N/A
32.7% of 77,900 sq.ft. net
lot area
Existing
Existing from lower pad
Existing from Southfield
N/A
PLANTS AND ANIMALS N/A
4,229 sq.ft
5.42% of 77,900 sq.ft. net lot
area
8.0%
58.7% of 6,600 sq.ft. pad
15.5% of 2,960 sq.ft. pad
Combined — 44.2%
None
32.7% of 77,900 sq.ft. net lot
area
Existing 460 sq.ft.
Existing from lower pad
Existing from Southfield
Planning Commission review
Planning Commission review
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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.
NEARBY PROPERTIES
ADDRESS OWNER
3 Southfield Coates
7 Southfield Klerman
2 Southfield Marano
2 Flying Mane Rd. Hillway
33 Crest Road E. I Papoola
35 Crest Road E. I Browning
AVERAGE
1 Southfield I Routt
RESIDENCE LOT AREA
In square feet (excl. road)
3,215 1.32
3,502 2.35
2,583 1.07
2,568 I 0.99
5,137 1.35
3,580 2.24
3,430 I 1.55
Existing 1,933; I 2.0
Proposed 2,844
SOURCE: Assessors' Records
The above calculations do not include garages.
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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
DECEMBER 16, 2003
HONORABLE MEMBERS OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
YOLANTA SCHWARTZ, PLANNING DIRECTOR
APPLICATION NO.
SITE LOCATION:
ZONING AND SIZE:
APPLICANT:
REPRESENTATIVE:
PUBLISHED:
ZONING CASE NO. 681
8 POSSUM RIDGE ROAD (LOT 112-RH)
RA-S-5.01 ACRES (GROSS)
MR. AND MRS. KEVIN TALBOT
DOUGLAS McHATTIE, BOLTON ENGINEERING
GEORGE SWEENEY, ARCHITECT
DECEMBER 6, 2003
REQUEST
Request for a Site Plan Review for construction of a new single family residence to
replace an existing residence where the existing garage will remain.
BACKGROUND
1. The applicants request a Site Plan Review to construct a 4,620 square foot
residence, 390 square foot swimming pool, service yard and a 450 square foot future
stable. An existing 640 square foot garage will remain. A 2,816 square foot basement is
also proposed. The proposed construction does not require grading, however
excavation for the pool and the basement is required. The soil from the excavation will
be balanced on site to and placed on the stable pad. The height of the residence from the
finished grade to the highest ridgeline is proposed at 19.5 feet.
2. The property is zoned RAS-2 and is 5.01 acres (gross) in size and 4.17 acres net.
The lot is divided by Possum Ridge Road along approximately 349 feet road frontage.
Approximately 2 acres of the lot are located on the southeastern side of Possum Ridge
Road and is vacant. The development is proposed on the northwestern portion of the
lot.
3. In July 1998, the Commission granted an approval for a Variance to construct a
garage, which encroached into the side yard setback and a Site Plan Review for
additions to the then existing residence. The construction was completed in October
2000. There are pre-existing retaining walls in the side yard setback and are permitted
as legal -nonconforming structures. The applicants propose to demolish the existing
house, but retain the new garage, which encroaches into the side yard setback.
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4. In 1988, a Variance was granted from front yard setback requirements and
Conditional Use Permits for recreation room and paddle tennis court at the
northeastern portion of the lot. Portion of the lot for the tennis court was graded, but
soil importation was needed to complete the project. In 1990 the Planning Commission
denied a Variance for soil importation. In 1991 the Planning Commission revoked the
Variance and Conditional Use permit approvals for the tennis court and recreation
room and the improvements were not constructed.
5. The applicants will utilize the existing driveway access from Possum Ridge
Road.
6. A 450 square foot future stable with corral area is proposed to be located in the
side yard area of the lot, west of the proposed residence.
7. Grading for the project will require 1,707 cubic yards of excavation for the
swimming pool and basement and 1,707 cubic yards of fill, which will be deposited on
the stable pad. A portion of the dirt from the basement will be used for a graded area at
the front of the house.
8. The net lot area of the lot is 181,957 square feet. The residential building pad
coverage on the 19,560 square foot residential building pad is proposed at 5,746 square
feet or 29.4%, which includes the residence, garage, pool and service yard. The future
stable pad is proposed to be 5,680 square feet with 7.9% pad coverage.
9. The structural net lot coverage proposed is 6,196 square feet or 3.4%, which
includes the residence, garage, pool, service yard and future stable, (20% permitted);
and the total lot coverage proposed including the structures and paved areas is 11,772
square feet or 6.5%, (35% permitted).
10. Disturbed area of the lot will be 32,388 square feet or 17.8%, (40% permitted) of
the net lot area. Disturbance includes any remedial grading (temporary disturbance),
any graded slopes and building pad areas, and any nongraded area where impervious
surfaces will remain or are proposed to be added.
11. Utilities to the structures will be placed underground.
12. The Rolling Hills Community Association will review the proposed project
at a later date.
13. 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 staff report and
take public testimony.
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ZONING CASE NO. 681
SITE PLAN REVIEW
RA-S- 2 ZONE SETBACKS
Front: 50 ft. from front easement line
Side: 35 ft. from property line
Rear: 50 ft. from property line
STRUCTURES
(Site Plan Review required 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).
EXISTING
EXISTING HOUSE WILL BE
DEMOLISHED EXCEPT FOR
THE GARAGE
Residence 3120 sq.ft.
Garage 640 sq.ft.
Storage rm. 136 sq.ft.
Stable
Service yard
Basement
STRUCTURAL LOT COVERAGE 12.2%
(20% maximum)
TOTAL LOT COVERAGE 4.5%
(35% maximum)
RESIDENTIAL BUILDING PAD COVERAGE 20.4%
(30% maximum-ouideline)
STABLE BUILDING PAD
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 (min. 450 SQ.FT.
& 550 SQ.FT. CORRAL)
STABLE ACCESS
ROADWAY ACCESS
VIEWS
PLANTS AND ANIMALS
N/A
REVISED
SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE,
POOL AND FUTURE STABLE
Residence
Garage
Swim Pool
4620 sq.ft.
640 sq.ft.
390 sq.ft
Stable future 450 sq.ft.
96 sq.ft Service yard 96 sq.ft
Basement 2816 sq.ft
3,996 sq.ft. I TOTAL 6,196 sq.ft.
3.4% of 181,957 sq.ft. net lot area
6.5%
29.4% of 19,560 sq.ft. building pad
area
7.9% of 5,680 sq.ft. pad
Combined — 24.6%
1,707 cubic yards cut
1,707 cubic yards fill
Excavation for pool and basement
only. Will be placed on pad #2
15.3% 17.8% (32,388 sq.ft.) of 181,957
sq.ft. net lot area
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450 sq.ft. - future
550 sq.ft. - future
Proposed from driveway
Existing
IPlanning Commission reviewed
IPlanning Commission reviewed
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PROPERTIES IN THE VICINITY (For information purpose only)
ADDRESS
6 Possum Ridge
10 Possum Ridge
3 Quail Ridge N
5 Quail Ridge N.
4 Possum Ridge
8 Possum Ridge
OWNER
Langer
Weeks
Powers
Borden
Higholt
AVERAGE
Talbot
HOUSE SIZE
7,809
2,615
7,263
5,054
4,348
5,417
4,620 (proposed)
LOT SIZE (acres)
4.71
6.45
4.79
5.31
4.54
5.16
5.01
NOTE:
The lot area and house size for the properties shown above are as recorded in the
assessors' records.
The above do not include garages.
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