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11-18-14.pdfMINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS NOVEMBER 18, 2014 CALL MEETING TO ORDER A regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Rolling Hills was called to order by Chairman Chelf at 6:35 p.m. on Tuesday, November 18, 2014 in the City Council Chamber, at City Hall, 2 Portuguese Bend Road, Rolling Hills, California. ROLL CALL Commissioners Present: Gray, Mirsch, Smith and Chairman Chelf, Commissioners Absent: Kirkpatrick (excused). Others Present: Yolanta Schwartz, Planning Director. Raymond R. Cruz, City Manager. Shahiedah Coates, Assistant City Attorney. Heidi Luce, City Clerk. Ross Bolton, Bolton Engineering. Dan Baer, 38 Eastfield Drive. Olympia Greer, Greer & Associates. David Brown, 4 Hackamore Road. Tavisha Nicholson, Bolton Engineering. George Sweeney, Architect. Debra Richie Bray, Richie Bray, Inc Bill Koska, Attorney. Lori Wheeler, 38 Portuguese Bend Road. Russ Barto, Architect. Dan Bolton, Bolton Engineering. Kit Fox, City Manager's Office, City of Rancho Palos Verdes. F411 U U 01101 1:I:TQQ11741 Approved as presented. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON MINUTES AND ANY ITEM NOT ON THE AGENDA None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES October 21, 2014 Adjourned Regular Meeting of the Planning Commission Commissioner Mirsch moved that the Planning Commission approve the minutes of the adjourned regular meeting of the Planning Commission held on October 21, 2014 as presented. Vice Chairperson Smith seconded the motion, which carried without objection. October 21, 2014 Regular Meeting of the Planning Commission Commissioner Mirsch moved that the Planning Commission approve the minutes of the regular meeting of the Planning Commission held on October 21, 2014 as presented. Vice Chairperson Smith seconded the motion, which carried without objection. Minutes Planning Commission Regular Meeting 11-18-14 - 1 - RESOLUTIONS RESOLUTION NO. 2014-16. A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRAN'T'ING APPROVAL FOR A SITE PLAN REVIEW FOR GRADING AND CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW RESIDENCE WITH BASEMENT, GARAGE, SWIMMING POOL, WATER FEATURES AND OTHER MISCELLANEOUS OUTDOOR AMENITIES IN ZONING CASE NO. 858, AT 8 CREST ROAD EAST, (LOT 192 -A -2 -MS), ROLLING HELLS, CA, (TU). PROJECT HAS BEEN DETERMINED TO BE CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT PURSUANT TO THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA). Commissioner Mirsch recused herself from consideration of this case due to the proximity of her property to the subject property. Chairman Chelf introduced the item and asked for staff's comments. Planning Director Schwartz stated that before the Planning Commission is Resolution granting approval of the applicant's request to construct a new residence at 8 Crest Road East. She briefly reviewed the applicant's request and stated that since the Resolution was requested some of the water amenities have been reduced and the Resolution reflects those changes as well as softening the driveway approach. She stated that the applicant has also submitted a landscape plan as was requested by the Planning Commission. Chairman Chelf asked for public comments. Hearing none, he asked for comments from the Planning Commission. Commissioner Gray stated that he visited the site with Planning Director Schwartz and is in favor of the changes that were made since the last submission. Commissioner Gray moved that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 2014-16 granting approval of the applicant's request in Zoning Case No. 858 at 8 Crest Road East. Vice Chairperson Smith seconded the motion which carried without objection. Commissioner Mirsch returned to the dais. RESOLUTION NO. 2014-17. A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING APPROVAL OF A MODIFICATION TO A PREVIOUSLY APPROVED SITE PLAN REVIEW, CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AND VARIANCES FOR A PROJECT CONSISTING OF GRADING AND CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW RESIDENCE, BASEMENT, SWIMMING POOL, RECONFIGURED DRIVEWAYS AND ADDITIONAL DRIVEWAY APPROACH, VARIOUS RETAINING WALLS AND TO EXCEED THE MAXIMUM PERMITTED DISTURBANCE OF THE LOT, WHERE A CONDITION HAS BEEN IMPOSED THAT ANY MODIFICATION TO THE APPROVED PROJECT SHALL BE SUBJECT TO PLANNING COMMISSION REVIEW AND APPROVAL IN ZONING CASE NO. 824 AT 40 EASTFIELD DRIVE (LOT 91 -EF), ROLLING HILLS CA, (TONSICH). THE REQUEST ENTAILS VARIOUS MODIFICATIONS TO THE PROJECT REQUIREING A NEW SITE PLAN REVIEW AND VARIANCE APPLICATIONS, IN ZONING CASE NO. 862. THE PROJECT HAS BEEN DETERMINED TO BE CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT PURSUANT TO THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA). Chairman Chelf introduced the item and asked for staff's comments. Planning Director Schwartz reviewed the applicant's request to modify a previously approved project which includes additional grading, regrading of some slopes, relocation of the service yard, additional covered porches and walls, a staircase from the upper pad down to the basement and a utility room that is outside the footprint of the basement and other miscellaneous changes. She stated that because of the additional covered porches the size of the swimming pool was reduced to keep the pad coverage the same. She further stated that the disturbance of the lot was increased to 80.4% as a result of the need to regrade the slopes. She stated that after several public hearings and field trips, a Resolution of approval was requested. She commented that Commissioner Gray was not present at the last field trip but has since visited the site to view the modifications. She stated that the Resolution of Approval is before the Planning Commission and includes a condition that any further development be brought before the Planning Commission for approval. She further stated that since the Resolution was prepared there have been some changes to the Resolution and a revised Resolution has been placed on the dais. She reviewed the changes which included: in Section S to correct the elevation of the garage basement to 1067 FF and in Section R, to state that the "exposed' portion of the stairs shall not be of concrete as requested by the applicant's representative. Minutes Planning Commission Regular Meeting 11-18-14 - 2 - In response to Vice Chairperson Smith regarding the need to use concrete for the stairs, Ross Bolton of Bolton Engineering stated that they may need to use concrete to construct the necessary walls but the exposed portion of the walls will be finished with railroad ties. Discussion ensued concerning the need for the walls. Chairman Chelf called for public comment. Ross Bolton, Bolton Engineering addressed the Planning Commission stating that he is available to answer any questions. Hearing no further public comments, Chairman Chelf asked for comments from the Planning Commission. Commissioner Gray stated that he is not in favor of subterranean entrances because they give the appearance of a two-story structure. He further commented that he does not feel that two access points to the basement are necessary. In response to Commissioner Gray, Mr. Bolton stated that there are drains in the garage basement that will gravity flow to the drainage system. Vice Chairperson Smith commented that she too is uncomfortable with the stairway from the basement. Commissioner Mirsch commented that when looking at the project as a whole, given all of the as built changes that have been requested, the changes are significant and if the project were originally proposed is it is currently proposed, it likely would not have been approved. She stated the she too is not in favor of the staircase leading from the basement. She asked staff to provide direction and clarification to the Planning Commission at a future meeting regarding as built proposals. Discussion ensued concerning how the Planning Commission should proceed since the Commission is not in favor of approving one of the staircases. Mr. Bolton addressed the Planning Commission to review potential changes that could be made to address the Planning Commission's concerns. Discussion ensued concerning the access to the basement through the lightwells and the proposed stairways for access to the lower pad. Further discussion ensued concerning the possibility of having just one stairway. Mr. Bolton requested that the Planning Commission approve the rest of the project and consider the access to the basement and stairways at a later date. In response to Chairman Chelf concerning how the Planning Commission should proceed since the Commission is not in favor of approving the staircase, Assistant City Attorney Coates stated that the Planning Commission could either direct staff to return with a revised Resolution at the next meeting to partially approve and partially deny the applicant's request, or the Planning Commission could direct staff to strike the portion of the Resolution pertaining to the stairways as Mr. Bolton suggested in his offer to withdraw that portion of the application. Discussion ensued concerning how to accomplish the second option. The applicant's representative asked for a brief continuance to allow him the opportunity to make the necessary changes to the Resolution to reflect withdrawal of request for the stairways. The Planning Commission concurred and the matter was tabled briefly. RESOLUTION NO. 2014-18. A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING APPROVAL OF SITE PLAN REVIEW FOR GRADING AND CONSTRUCTION OF ABOVE GRADE DECKS AND A VARIANCE TO CONSTRUCT RESIDENTIAL ADDTHON AND A PORCH WHICH WOULD ENCROACH INTO THE FRONT YARD SETBACK IN ZONING CASE NO. 866 AT 4 HACKAMORE ROAD, (LOT 26 -EF), (BROWN). THE PROJECT HAS BEEN DETERMINED TO BE CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT PURSUANT TO THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA). Chairman Chelf introduced the item and asked for staffs comments. Planning Director Schwartz reviewed the applicant's request stating that at the last meeting the Planning Commission directed staff to prepare a Resolution granting approval of the applicant's request. She stated that Commissioner Gray was not present at the previous meeting and field trip but he has visited the site and viewed the proposed project. She further stated that the Resolution includes the standard finding and conditions plus a condition that a landscaping plan be submitted and the trash enclosure be shown on the plans and that the items in the easement obtain Rolling Hills Community Association approval. Chairman Chelf called for public comment. Hearing none, he asked for comments from the Planning Commission. Minutes Planning Commission Regular Meeting 11-18-14 - 3 - Commissioner Gray expressed concern regarding how close the structure is to the roadway and side boundaries and suggested that the roof elements be modified to make it less massive. Olympia Greer, Architect addressed the Planning Commission stating that they had a meeting with the RHCA Architectural Committee and have made some modifications to the roof which include lowering the plate line to 8 ft. and cut back the overhang. David Brown, 4 Hackamore Road addressed the Planning Commission and presented a rendering of the proposed changes based on the Rolling Hills Community Association suggestions. Following brief discussion, Commissioner Gray moved that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 2014-18 granting approval of the applicant's request in Zoning Case No. 866 at 4 Hackamore Road based on the revised rendering/plan submitted by the applicant at the meeting. Vice Chairperson Smith seconded the motion which carried without objection. PUBLIC HEARINGS ON ITEMS CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS MEETING ZONING CASE NO. 860. Request for a Conditional Use Permit, Site Plan Review and Variances to construct an 735 square foot stable with 453 square foot loft in the front yard area of the lot and a corral in the front yard setback; 1,104 square foot swimming pool and walls in the rear yard setback; to retain an unpermitted trellis and barbeque in the rear yard setback and request for grading for the project which would exceed the maximum permitted disturbance of the lot in Zoning Case No. 860 at 10 Crest Road West, Lot 2 -CH, Rolling Hills, CA. (Frykman). It has been determined that the project is categorically exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Chairman Chelf introduced the item and asked for staff s comments. Planning Director Schwartz reviewed the applicant's request and stated that the Planning Commission visited the site earlier in the day to review the applicant's request as revised based on the concerns raised by the Planning Commission at the last meeting. She further stated that during the site visit, there was some question as to the location of the corral and the applicant has since informed staff that they would like to leave it as it was staked at the site visit today. Chairman Chelf called for public comment. Tavisha Nicholson, Bolton Engineering addressed the Planning Commission and reviewed the changes that were made since the last meeting. She confirmed that the applicant would like to keep the corral as it was staked in the field today and offered to answer questions the Planning Commission has. In response to Commissioner Mirsch regarding how much the pool further encroaches into the setback, Planning Director Schwartz reviewed the plan and clarified that the pool does not encroach into the side yard setback. George Sweeney, Architect addressed the Planning Commission to further review the applicant's request and to clarify the reasoning for the placement of the pool and stable. Hearing no further public comment, Chairman Chelf asked for comments from the Planning Commission. Commissioner Mirsch expressed her opinion that the pool and stable are placed in the correct locations given the constraints on the lot but expressed concern regarding the size of the lap pool and suggested that it be reduced in length. Vice Chairperson Smith concurred and additionally expressed concern regarding the amount of water. Commissioner Gray stated that he is not in favor of approving items in setbacks unless there is an overwhelming reason to do so and expressed concern regarding safety. He too expressed specific concern regarding the pool in the rear setback and suggested that a more modest pool could be proposed or it could be placed elsewhere. He stated that he does not have an issue with the stable but suggested that if it is approved, that a condition be included that the stable be screened from view from the neighboring property. Minutes Planning Commission Regular Meeting 11-18-14 - 4 - Chairman Chelf stated that he too is not opposed to the stable as proposed and he feels that the pool is placed in the only place it could be located based on the topography of the lot. He further stated, based on the proposed location, that it will not be visible from neighboring properties and reducing the size won't have much of an impact. He stated that the Variance process exists because of unique lots like this one. Following discussion, Commissioner Mirsch moved that the Planning Commission direct staff to prepare a Resolution granting approval of the applicant's request in Zoning Case No. 860 at 10 Crest Road West with the standard findings of fact and conditions of approval plus a condition that the stable be screened from view on the West side. Vice Chairperson Smith seconded the motion which carried with Commissioner Gray opposed. Assistant City Attorney Coates asked that Resolution No. 2014-17 in Zoning Case No. 824 at 40 Eastfield Drive be called back up for consideration RESOLUTION NO. 2014-17. A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING APPROVAL OF A MODIFICATION TO A PREVIOUSLY APPROVED SITE PLAN REVIEW, CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AND VARIANCES FOR A PROJECT CONSISTING OF GRADING AND CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW RESIDENCE, BASEMENT, SWIMMING POOL, RECONFIGURED DRIVEWAYS AND ADDITIONAL DRIVEWAY APPROACH, VARIOUS RETAINING WALLS AND TO EXCEED THE MAXIMUM PERMITTED DISTURBANCE OF THE LOT, WHERE A CONDITION HAS BEEN IMPOSED THAT ANY MODIFICATION TO THE APPROVED PROJECT SHALL BE SUBJECT TO PLANNING COMMISSION REVIEW AND APPROVAL IN ZONING CASE NO. 824 AT 40 EASTFIELD DRIVE (LOT 91 -EF), ROLLING HILLS CA, (TONSICH). THE REQUEST ENTAILS VARIOUS MODIFICATIONS TO THE PROJECT REQUIREING A NEW SITE PLAN REVIEW AND VARIANCE APPLICATIONS, IN ZONING CASE NO. 862. THE PROJECT HAS BEEN DETERMINED TO BE CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT PURSUANT TO THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA). Mr. Bolton stated that reference to the stairways is in numerous places in the Resolution and it would be too complicated to try to revise it for approval tonight. He stated that he will provide a revised plan, reflecting removal of the staircase, so that a revised Resolution can be prepared for consideration at the Planning Commission's next meeting. Following brief discussion Resolution No. 2014-17 was not adopted. Commissioner Mirsch moved that the Planning Commission direct staff to prepare a revised Resolution to reflect the changes that the applicant's representative agreed to. Vice Chairperson Smith seconded the motion which carried without objection. Consideration of this case was continued to the next meeting of the Planning Commission. ZONING CASE NO. 865. 2 Ringbit Road East, Lot 44 -SF Rolling Hills, CA, (Lewis). THE APPLICANT REOUESTED THAT THE CASE BE RESCHEDULED TO A FIELD TRIP ON ANOTHER DAY. Request for a Conditional Use Permit, Site Plan Review and Variances to construct a stable, driveway, related walls and related grading and request for change of address off of Southfield. Consideration of this case was continued at the request of the applicant. ZONING CASE NO. 863. Request for a Site Plan Review and a Variance to retain as graded and as built stairs, walls and water feature, construction of which exceed the scope of work approved administratively in Zoning Case No. 863, at 38 Portuguese Bend Road, Lot 118-RH, Rolling Hills, CA, (Wheeler). The project. has been determined to be categorically exempt pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Vice Chairperson Smith recused herself from consideration of this case due to the proximity of her property to the subject property and left the dais. Chairman Chelf introduced the item and asked for staff's comments. Planning Director Schwartz reviewed the applicant's request for a Site Plan Review for an as built condition at 38 Portuguese Bend Road and stated that included in the packet is letter in support of the applicant's request from a property owner on Wagon Lane as well as a letter from the attorney representing the applicant which includes a smaller version of the plans as well as some photographs. She further reviewed the history of the request as well as the Planning Commission's previous action to direct staff to prepare a Resolution partially approving and partially denying the Minutes Planning Commission Regular Meeting 11-18-14 - 5 - applicant's requests which was ultimately not adopted. She stated the applicant has since provided revised plans showing landscaping to soften the visual impact of the walls that were previously suggested for denial. Debra Richie Bray, Richie Bray, Inc addressed the Planning Commission to review the proposed landscaping plan designed to soften the walls. Bill Koska, Attorney addressed the Planning Commission on behalf of the applicant to further explain the applicant's request and stated that the photographs he submitted show that the project is not visible from adjacent properties and will be further softened with landscaping Hearing no further comments from the public, Chairman Chelf asked for comments from the Planning Commission. Commissioner Gray expressed concern that what was constructed did not match the approved plans but he feels that the landscaping does a lot to soften the walls and he is not opposed. Commissioner Mirsch stated the she feels that the applicant addressed the issues raised at the last meeting and she too feels that the landscaping softens the appearance of the walls. In response to Commissioner Gray, Planning Director Schwartz further reviewed the plans. specifically the area where the wall is proposed along the pathway to the future stable. Discussion ensued concerning the wall and Mr. Koska provided a photograph of the wall. Planning Director Schwartz noted that the photo is also included in the packet on circle page 21. Further discussion ensued concerning the material the wall will be constructed with and ways to soften the visual impact of the wall. Following public testimony and discussion, Commissioner Gray moved that the Planning Commission direct staff to prepare a Resolution granting approval of the applicant's request in Zoning Case No. 863 at 38 Portuguese Bend Road with the standard findings of fact and conditions of approval plus a condition that the not to exceed 3ft. wall along the pathway to the future stable be landscaped. Commissioner Mirsch seconded the motion which carried without objection. Vice Chairperson Smith returned to the dais. NEW PUBLIC HEARINGS ZONING CASE NO. 867. Request for a Site Plan Review and Variance to construct a 514 square foot garage attached to the main residence by a 170 square foot breezeway, which when added to a recent administrative approval of 887 square foot addition, exceeds the scope permitted to be administratively approved within a 3 -year period, to construct 3,021 square feet above grade decks and to exceed the maximum permitted out of grade configuration of the garage at 1 Pine Tree Lane, Rolling Hills, CA, Lot 102-RH, (Delgado). It has been determined that the project is categorically exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Chairman Chelf introduced the item and asked for staff's comments. Planning Director Schwartz stated that the applicant is proposing an addition to an existing residence and above graded decks. She reviewed the configuration of the lot which is located on the corner of Pine Tree Lane and Portuguese Bend Road. She further reviewed the applicant's request which includes a request for a Variance, that will have to be advertised before the meeting, to exceed maximum permitted out of grade configuration of the garage. She stated that the development standards are being met with the structural lot coverage proposed at 10.4% and total lot coverage proposed at 20.1%. She further stated that there is no grading proposed for the project except for the excavation for the footings and the lot is currently disturbed at 41.8% which is a legal non -conforming situation. She commented that there are no records for the gazebo and the applicant will be required to obtain permits for that structure. Chairman Chelf called for public comment. Russ Barto, Architect addressed the Planning Commission to fiu-ther explain the out -of -grade conditions on this project and stated that the many out -of -grade conditions already exist and based on discussion with the Rolling Hills Community Association it is proposed that they be screened with planters. Minutes Planning Commission Regular Meeting 11-18-14 - 6 - Following staff's presentation and public testimony, the members of the Planning Commission determined that a site visit should be scheduled to provide the members of the Planning Commission with further understanding of the applicant's request. The public hearing was continued. ZONING CASE NO. 852. SUBDIVISION NO. 93. VESTING TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 72232, a request to subdivide an existing lot totaling 7.051 acres gross into 2 parcels as follows: Parcel 1: 2.40 acres gross, 1.96 acres net; Parcel 2: 4.64 acres gross, 3.71 acres net. The property is currently vacant and is addressed as 80 Saddleback Road (Lot 67-RH), in the RA -S-1 Zone, Residential Agricultural -Suburban 1 -Acre minimum net lot area, to be implemented by Mr. Jerry Turpanjian. It has been determined that this project with mitigation measures will not have a significant effect on the environment. Accordingly, a DRAFT MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION has been prepared. Chairman Chelf introduced the item and asked for staff's comments. Planning Director Schwartz reviewed the applicant's request for a subdivision at 80 Saddleback Road. She stated that the applicant is proposing to subdivide the lot into two lots — Lot 1 will be 2.4 acres gross/1.96 acres net and Lot 2 will be 4 acres gross/3.71 acres net. She stated that the project is in RAS -I zone and meets the requirement for lot size. She noted that the lot is abutted by property in Rancho Palos Verdes and the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy as well as the City's riding ring. She stated that the Planning Commission is an advisory body to the City Council with regard to subdivisions and its responsibility is to make a recommendation to the City Council whether to approve or deny the request. She reviewed the subdivision process stating that what is before the Planning Commission is a tentative parcel map and if it is approved with conditions the applicant will have a certain amount of time to implement those conditions before they come before the City Council for approval of the final parcel map. She stated that the applicant selected Willdan Engineering for processing the application and they have reviewed the preliminary soils, geology, septic tank and other County reviewing agencies have reviewed the application and the project has been deemed ready for Public Hearing. She further reviewed the subdivision requirements including showing feasible building pads, driveways and stable access; and that the properties have the appropriate frontage. She stated that the driveway approaches will be reviewed by the Traffic Commission. She further stated that an initial environmental study has been prepared and it was found that the project would not cause environmental impact with the exception of possible biological resources and habitat impact and the applicant has been requested to complete a biological resources study that would identify any sensitive areas where mitigations measures may be necessary. In response to Commissioner Mirsch, Assistant City Attorney Coates clarified that the Planning Commission's role in the subdivision process is to recommend or not recommend approval to the City Council and its discretion is in the area of environmental conditions and if the site dictates the necessity of certain mediation measures. Chairman Chelf called for public comment. Dan Bolton, Bolton Engineering addressed the Planning Commission on behalf of the applicant stating that the project as currently proposed is a scaled down version of a previously contemplated project that initially proposed three lots and the current proposal reflects the applicant's desire to maintain the feel of the other properties along Saddleback Road. In response to Vice Chairperson Smith, Mr. Bolton stated the driveways were designed to eliminate a shared driveway and to keep them away from the curve in an attempt to improve safety. Kit Fox, City Manager's Office, City of Rancho Palos Verdes addressed the Planning Commission stating that this property abuts Rancho Palos Verdes to the southeast. He stated that he is present in response to the notice the City of Rancho Palos Verdes received regarding the Mitigated Negative Declaration (CEQA document). He provided comments on issues raised in the CEQA document stating that Rancho Palos Verdes is aware of sensitive habitat on the adjacent property in their City and they will provide that information to Planning Director Schwartz to share with applicant He fixrther expressed concern regarding future fuel modification impacts that could be required on Rancho Palos Verdes property as a result of future development and requested that the need for fuel modification be minimized as much as possible. He also commented that the usually dry creek that runs along the bottom of Georgeff Canyon is a blue line stream. He further commented that the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy is pursuing purchasing this tax defaulted property. Minutes Planning Commission Regular Meeting 11-18-14 - 7 Following staff's presentation and public testimony, the members of the Planning Commission determined that a site visit should be scheduled to provide the members of the Planning Commission with further understanding of the applicant's request. The public hearing was continued. SCHEDULE OF FIELD TRIPS The Planning Commission scheduled field trips to the following properties to be conducted on Tuesday, December 16, 2014 beginning at 7:30 a.m. 2 Ringbit East 1 Pine Tree Lane 80 Saddleback ITEMS FROM THE PLANNING COMMISSION None. ITEMS FROM STAFF None. ADJOURNMENT Hearing no further business before the Commission, Chairman Chelf adjourned the meeting at 9:14 p.m. to an adjourned regular meeting of the Planning Commission scheduled for Tuesday, December 16, 2014 beginning at 7:30 a.m. for the purpose of conducting field trips to 2 Ringbit Road East, 1 Pine Tree Lane and 80 Saddleback Road. The next regular meeting of the Planning Commission is scheduled to be held on Tuesday, December 16, 2014 at 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Chamber, Rolling Hills City Hall, 2 Portuguese Bend Road, Rolling Hills, California. Respectfully submitted, Heidi Luce City Clerk Approve fe O a elf hairman Minutes Planning Commission Regular Meeting 11-18-14 _ g _