1171.pdfRESOLUTION NO. 1171
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS
GRANTING APPROVAL OF VESTING TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 72232,
SUBDIVISION NO. 93, A REQUEST TO SUBDIVIDE A 7.05 ACRE LOT INTO
TWO SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL LOTS, AND GRANTING APPROVAL OF
THE MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION, IN ZONING CASE NO. 852 AT 80
SADDLEBACK ROAD, (TURPANJIAN).
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS DOES HEREBY FIND, RESOLVE AND
ORDER AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. An application was duly filed by Mr. Gerald Turpanjian, with respect to real
property located at 80 Saddleback Road, 7569-005-008. The applicant requests to subdivide one existing
vacant lot totaling 7.051. ages (gross) into 2 parcels. Parcel I is proposed to be 2.40 acres gross and 1.96
acres net and Parcel 2 is proposed.to be 4.64 acres gross and 3.71 acres net.
Section 2. Willdan Engineering consultants acted as the City Engineer for this project and
reviewed the application and pertinent documents, studies and materials. Their recommendations are
incorporated into the conditions of approval. Willdan Engineering found that the project is feasible for
implementation by the developer and that it is in conformance with City's and state regulations
pertaining to subdivisions.
Section 3. The project site is bounded on the north, west and northeast by properties in the
City of Rolling Hills that are similarly zoned (RA -S-1) and developed with single family homes on
minimum one -acre lots. To the south and south-west the project site is bounded by a parcel owned by
the City of Rolling Hills, similarly zoned a portion of which is used for recreational equestrian purposes
("The Caballeros Ring"). The property bordering on the southeast, separated by a steep canyon, is an
undeveloped 14.64 -acre parcel ("The Georgeff Parcel") in the City of Rancho Palos Verdes and is a land
preserve.
Section 4. The City Council conducted duly noticed public hearings in this case on March 9,
2015 and at a field trip on March 9, 2015. Evidence was heard and presented from all persons interested
in affecting said proposal, and from members of the City staff and the City Council. The City Council
reviewed and considered the recommendations from the Planning Commission including the Mitigated
Negative Declaration. The applicants were notified of the public hearings in writing by first class mail.
The applicants' representatives were in attendance at the hearings and addressed the City Council.
The Planning Commission held duly noticed public hearings on November 17, 2014, December
16, 2014, January 20, 2015 and at a field trip visit on January 20, 2015. The Planning Commission
having reviewed, analyzed and studied said proposal and the neighbors' concerns found that the project
meets all criteria for a subdivision and has recommended that the City Council approve the project.
Section 5. Title 16 of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code governs subdivisions. Pursuant to
Section 16.12.110 of Title 16, Subdivisions, of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code, the PIanning
Commission is the advisory agency for review of a Tentative Tract/Parcel Map and the Commission is
to make its recommendations to the City Council upon completing evaluation of all environmental
proceedings pursuant to the local guidelines implementing the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA).
Section 6. Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) staff prepared an
Initial Study (IS) for the proposed subdivision. The Initial Study is a preliminary evaluation of potential
impacts and also identifies mitigation measures to address impacts. Staff has concluded that the project
will not have a significant effect on the environment, subject to incorporation of mitigation measures,
including those recommended in the Biological Resources Assessment report prepared by an
environmental consultant.
As required by CEQA, staff mailed the Initial Study to local cities, and state agencies for their
comments. Notices of the public hearings, field trip and of the preparation of the Mitigated Negative
Declaration was also mailed to residents within 1,000 -foot radius of the project. Comments were
received from. City of Rancho Palos Verdes and the Fire Department. The comments and responses were
incorporated into an amended Mitigated Negative Declaration.
Section 7. The City Council has reviewed the proposed Mitigated Negative Declaration and
finds that it represents the independent judgment of the City and that it was prepared in compliance with
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CEQA. Therefore, the Planning Commission finds there will not be a significant effect in this case on
the environment because mitigation measures have been added to the project, and are incorporated
herein by reference. Based upon these findings, the City Council adopts the Mitigated Negative
Declaration in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act.
Section 8. Pursuant to Section 16.12.150 of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code, a tentative shall
be rejected under certain conditions. Based upon substantial evidence presented to the Planning
Commission and City Council during the public hearing, including public testimony, and written and
oral staff reports, the City Council finds as follows
A. The proposed vesting tentative parcel map and the design and improvement of the proposed
subdivision are consistent with the applicable General Plan, including but not limited to, the following
goals and policies of the General Plan:
1. Maintain Rolling Hills' distinctive rural residential character (Land Use Element, p. 15)
by creating a subdivision meeting the minimum lot size standard that will allow significant portions of
the parcels to remain undeveloped thereby maintaining open space and scenic vistas.
2. Accommodate development which is compatible with and complements existing land
uses (Land Use Element, p. 15) by creating a subdivision with lots that are greater than the minimum lot
size and allowing significant portions of the parcels to remain undeveloped, preserving the City's
casements and open space system, and preserving significant areas and maintaining the rural character
of the City.
3. Accommodate development that is sensitive to the natural environment. There are no
environmental or geological hazards on the property. (Land Use Element, p. 16).
4. Conserve and enhance the City's natural resources, facilitating development in a manner
which reflects the characteristics, sensitivities and constraints of these resources (Open Space and
Conservation Element, p. 15) by creating a subdivision with lots that are greater than the minimum lot
size required and meeting all design standards of the Rolling Hills Subdivision Ordinance.
B. The site is physically suitable for the proposed density and type of development. The
proposed use, density, and proposed subdivision improvements are permitted in the RA-S-1 zone. The
RA-S-1 Zone requires that the minimum lot size be 1 acres net. The project has 7.05 acres gross and
creates lots with the following dimensions: Parcel 1 is proposed to be 2.40 acres gross and 1.96 acres net
and Parcel 2 is proposed to be 4.64 acres gross and 3.71 acres net.
C. The design of the subdivision includes two additional driveways and closure of the
existing driveway. The Traffic Commission reviewed and approved, in concept, the proposed driveways
that would serve the new parcels. Any additional driveway approach along Saddleback Road would not
be feasible due to inadequate sight visibility and public safety. Saddleback Road along the frontage of
the subject parcels has an extreme bend and any additional driveway approach would affect sight
visibility of oncoming traffic. In addition the topography of the lots along Saddleback Road, other than
in the area of the proposed two driveways, is very steep and not practicable for additional driveways.
Due to these conditions the subdivider has voluntarily consented to prohibiting any further subdivision
of each of the two parcels, which shall be memorialized either by a recorded covenant or be stated on the
face of the Final Map.
D. The design of the subdivision or the proposed improvement is not likely to cause
substantial environmental damage; or substantially and avoidably injure fish or wildlife or their habitat,
because the property is within an area of the City, designated for development and the City's
development criteria will insure that any fish, wildlife, or sensitive habitats on the property are
adequately protected. The Initial Study prepared for the project identified sensitive vegetation and
potential presence of an endangered bird (gnatcatcher), that will be studied for its presence at the time
the project is presented for development, and if present, will be protected or relocated, per the conditions
of approval specified in this Resolution. No additional grading or disturbance of the lots will be allowed,
other than for the development on the two parcels as the subdivider has voluntarily consented to record a
restrictive covenant prohibiting the further subdivision of each of the two parcels created, therefore
contributing to the preservation of the natural environment.
E. The design of the subdivision or type of improvements is not likely to cause serious
public health problems because conditions of approval have been applied to the project to require
compliance with applicable codes and ordinances designed to protect public health and safety.
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F. The design of the subdivision or type of improvements will not conflict with easements
acquired by the public at large for access through or use of property within the proposed subdivision.
New roadway easements will be recorded in favor of the Rolling Hills Community Association and
adequate access will be provided to each parcel. In addition, each parcel created as part of this
subdivision will contain perimeter easements providing access for roads, trails, and public utilities. As a
condition of approval, these easements will be recorded in deeds prior to approval of the final map.
G. The proposed subdivision will not adversely affect the housing needs of the region.
H. The proposed use will be in substantial compliance with the provisions of the Residential
Development Standards in the Rolling Hills Zoning Ordinance. The proposed use will be compatible
with other existing residential development in the immediate area.
I. The tentative map design provides for future passive or natural heating or cooling
opportunities in the subdivision to the extent feasible because the project is designed with lots of
adequate dimensions to maximize the opportunities for passive and natural heating and cooling.
J. The tentative map does not propose to divide land, which is subject to a contract entered
into pursuant to the California Land Conservation Act of 1965, because the property in question has not
been included in any such contract.
K. Pursuant to Section 66474.6 of the Government Code (Subdivision Map Act), the
discharge of waste from the proposed subdivision into proposed septic systems will not result in
violation of existing requirements prescribed by the California Regional Water Quality Control Board,
because the subdivider is required to comply with all Conditions of Approval regarding waste disposal
as required by the Health Department.
L. Pursuant to the Rolling Hills Municipal Code Section 16.12.155, this Tentative Parcel
Map is consistent with and does not impact the County of Los Angeles Hazardous Waste Management
Plan. The project will not generate any hazardous waste.
Section 9. Based upon the foregoing findings, the City Council recommends hereby
approves Tentative Parcel Map No. 72232, Subdivision No. 93 in Zoning Case No. 852, a request for a
two (2) -lot subdivision of land and a Mitigated negative Declaration subject to the following conditions:
MISCELLANEOUS CONDITIONS:
1. This Tentative Map shall expire two (2) years from the date of City Council approval.
The Tentative Map was approved on and shall expire on the following dates:
APPROVAL DATE: March 23, 2015
March 23, 2017
EXPIRATION DATE:
This approval shall become null and void if a final map has not been timely filed prior to the expiration
date or any extension granted in accordance with provisions of the Subdivision Map Act. Pursuant to the
Subdivision Map Act, an extension of time to the expiration date may be granted by the City Council
upon submittal of a formal application, the required fee and exhibits at least forty (40) days prior to
expiration of the map. The duty of inquiry as to such time expiration shall be upon the subdivider.
2. This Tentative Parcel Map is granted for all boundary lines, easements, rights-of-way,
and construction of off-site improvements as shown on the map dated January 7, 2015, which is on file
in the Planning Department as modified by the Conditions of Approval.
3. This Tentative Parcel Map approval is subject to all applicable requirements of the State
of California, the County of Los Angeles, the City of Rolling Hills, any other affected governmental
entities, and the requirements of the Rolling Hills Community Association. The duty of inquiry as to
such requirements shall be upon the subdivider.
4. The subdivider shall comply with all the requirements of the Rolling Hills Municipal
Code, and all requirements of the City of Rolling Hills ordinances, resolutions, engineering standards
and other applicable standards, that are in effect at the time that subdivision improvement permits are
issued for the development.
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5. The applicant shall obtain approval of, and all required permits from, the Rolling Hills
Community Association for all of the subdivision improvements affecting easements, roads, and trails.
6. The proposed development shown on the Tentative Parcel Map submitted for City
Council's review, including the building pads, size of homes, coverage calculations, grading quantities,
driveways and all other construction notes are for demonstration purposes only to show that the lots are
viable for future development.
The Tentative Parcel Map approval shall not in any way constitute any representation that the
resulting lots can be developed as presented even if in compliance with current zoning and building
ordinance standards. No development shall occur on the properties without first complying with all
applicable City Building and Zoning requirements and other applicable rules and regulations.
The Tentative Parcel Map shall not in any respect limit or impair the City's application of the
Site Plan Review Ordinance to the lots at such time as an application is made for development.
7. At the time plans are submitted for construction purposes the property owner of each lot
shall be required to pay all applicable fess, including but not be limited to City discretionary review
permit fees, all of the applicable Building and Safety and Public Works Department fees.
In addition, in accordance with Chapter 1706 of the California State Statutes, the applicant shall
pay any required fee, along with the required processing fee, to the City of Rolling Hills and County
Clerk for remittance to the State Department of Fish and Wildlife. This approval shall not be valid and
effective unless and until the fee(s) have been paid and the Notice of Determination filed.
8. The applicant shall pay all fees at the time fees are determined to be applicable and
comply with all requirements of the applicable Federal, State and Local agencies, including, but not be
limited to the following:
Los Angeles County Sanitation District
Los Angeles County Consolidated Fire District
California Water Service Company
Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District
Department of Health Services
City of Rolling Hills, Quimby Act fees for new parcels
9. Coordination with utility companies by the applicant's engineer during design and
construction of the infrastructures shall be required in order to ensure that required public improvements
are not in conflict with existing or proposed utilities.
10. When exhibits and written conditions of approval are in conflict, the written conditions
shall prevail.
11. The Tentative Parcel Map shall show and contain all of the matters and details as
required by the City of Rolling Hills Subdivision Ordinance Section 16.12.050. If it is impossible or
impracticable to place upon the tentative map any matter required in this section, such matter or
information shall be furnished in a written statement, which shall be appended to and submitted with
such map.
12. There shall be filed with the tentative map a geological report prepared by a registered
engineering geologist, as required by the Business and Professions Code of the State, showing the
geological characteristics of the proposed lots in the proposed subdivision, and confirming that a
building site can be developed on the lot which is free of geological hazard. Said report and the
conclusions contained therein shall be approved by the City Engineer, and may be subject to the
provisions of Chapter 16.36 Geological Investigation and Report Required, of the Rolling Hills
Municipal Code.
13. The Tentative Parcel Map shall comply with all provisions of the City Subdivisions and
Zoning Ordinance, including but not be limited to the area requirements and subdivision development
standards of the RA -S-1 Zone requiring a minimum parcel standard of one net acres per lot.
14. The roadway easement along Saddleback Road shall at all times be clear of vegetation,
walls, pilasters or other obstructions and be passable for equestrian uses.
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15. RESTRICTION ON FURTHER SUBDIVISION REOUIRED: The driveway
approaches shown on the tentative map were reviewed by the City's Traffic Commission and deemed
feasible for future development. Any additional driveway approach along Saddleback Road would not
be feasible due to inadequate sight visibility and public safety. Saddleback Road along the frontage of
the subject parcels has an extreme bend and any additional driveway approach would affect sight
visibility of oncoming traffic. In addition the topography of the lots along Saddleback Road, other than
in the area of the proposed two driveways, is very steep and not practicable for additional driveways.
Due to these conditions the subdivider has voluntarily consented to prohibit the further subdivision of
each of the two parcels. Such prohibition shall be recorded on the Final Map or by a recorded restrictive
covenant.
16. In lieu of establishing the final specific locations of structures on each parcel at this time,
the owner, at the time of issuance of a grading or building permit, agrees to develop the property in
conformance with the City ordinances and other appropriate ordinances including but not be limited to
the Building Code, Plumbing Code, Grading and Drainage Code, Careen Building Code, Mechanical
Code, Sanitary Sewer and Industrial Waste Ordinance, Electrical Code, and Fire Code. Improvements
and other requirements may be imposed pursuant to such codes and ordinances.
B. THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS SHALL BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO OR IN
CONNECTION WITH RECORDATION OF THE FINAL MAP:
General Conditions
1. Details and notes shown on the tentative map are not necessarily approved. Any details or
notes, which are inconsistent with requirements or ordinances, general conditions of approval, or City
policies, must be specifically approved in the final map or improvement plan approvals.
2. A final map prepared by, or under the direction of a Registered Civil Engineer authorized
to practice land surveying, or a licensed Land Surveyor, must be processed through the City Engineer's
office prior to being filed with the County Recorder.
3. If applicable, delineate restricted use areas, approved by the consulting geologist and/or
soils engineer, to the satisfaction of the City Engineer, and such area shall be recorded with the Final
Parcel Map as a right to prohibit the erection of buildings or other structures within the restricted areas.
4. A preliminary subdivision guarantee is required showing all fee interest holders and
encumbrances. An updated title report shall be provided before the final map is released for filing with
the County Recorder.
5. Monumentation of map boundaries, street centerline and lot boundaries are required for a
map based on a field survey.
6. If the relationship of existing buildings/sewage disposal component to the new lot/parcel
lines creates conditions that do not comply with the Building Code/Plumbing Code/Zoning Ordinance,
these non -complying conditions shall be corrected or the parcel lines relocated prior to the division of
land.
7. Offer shall be made to grant ingress/egress and utility easements to the public over the
private street(s).
8. All easements that will be in existence at the time of final map approval must be
accounted for on the approved tentative map. This includes the location, owner, purpose, and recording
reference for ail existing easements. If an easement is blanket or indeterminate in nature, a statement to
that effect must be shown on the tentative and final map in lieu of its location.
9. Prior to submitting the parcel map to the City Engineer for examination pursuant to
Section 66450 of the Government Code (the Subdivision Map Act), obtain clearances from all affected
Departments and Divisions, including the contract map checker, who will be responsible for checking
the map for technical correctness. The County of Los Angeles Land Development Group will be
responsible for tax clearances, checking the map against the Final Subdivision Guarantee, and assigning
a Book and Page(s) for the approved map.
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10. The subdivider shall prepare and submit with the Final Map a restrictive covenant
between the City and the owner of the two parcels created pursuant to this application barring the further
subdivision of said parcels. The covenant shall comply with all requirements set forth in California
Civil Code sections 1460 et seq., shall be recorded contemporaneously with the recording of Final Map
No. 72232 creating the two parcels affected, and shall be in a form provided by the City.
11. The subdivider shall dedicate land or pay a fee in lieu thereof for purposes of park and
recreational facilities (Quimby Act) in accordance with the Subdivision Map Act.
ROADS. DRIVEWAYS. UTILITIES. WATER OUALITY
Roads
12. A 5 -foot roadway easement along Saddleback Road shall be provided to the Rolling Hills
Community Association, so as to create the required full 30- foot width for roadway easement or show
that the easement exists.
Driveways and Trails
13. If trails are required by the RHCA they shall be dedicated to the RHCA and shown on the
Final Map.
14. Driveways serving private property shall meet Fire Department standards for access.
Utilities
15. Utility lines, including but not limited to electric, communications, and cable television,
shall be placed underground prior to receiving final map approval from the City Council. The subdivider
shall be responsible for complying with this requirement, and shall make the necessary arrangements
with the utility companies for the installation of such facilities. All appurtenant and associated
equipment such as, but not limited to transformers, meter cabinets and other facilities shall be placed
underground, unless the affected utility company determines that placement of its facilities underground
is not technically feasible. The subdivider may request a waiver from this requirement, by providing a
letter to the City from the utility companies explaining the reason(s) why the undergrounding of the
appurtenant facilities is not feasible.
16. All other required improvements shall be completed. If such improvements, other than
undergrounding of utilities, are not completed before a final map is approved, the subdivider shall enter
as contractor into an agreement with the City to complete the improvement no later than thirty-six
months after recording the final map or such other time as determined by the City Council at the time
the final map is approved.
17. Any utilities that are in conflict with the development shall be relocated at the developer's
expense.
Water Services
18. The subdivision/project shall conform to the design standard and polices of the Fire
Department and the California Water Co., in particular, but not limited to the following items:
(a) Water services shall be provided by and a "water availability certificate" signed by California
Water Service. All lots shall be served by adequately sized water system facilities, which shall include
fire hydrants of the size, type and location as determined by the Fire Chief.
(b) Prior to the filing of the final map, there shall also be on file with the City Engineer, a statement
from the water purveyor indicating subdivider compliance with the Fire Chief's fire flow requirements.
(c) A water system maintained by the water purveyor, with appurtenant facilities to serve all lots in
the project, must be provided. The system shall include fire hydrants of the type and locations (both on-
site and off-site) as determined by the Los Angeles County Fire Department. The water mains shall be
sized to accommodate the total domestic and fire flows required for the land division. Fire flows
required are to be determined by the Fire Chief and may include the demand for fire sprinklers.
(d) Fire hydrants shall be provided and located in accordance with Los Angeles County Fire
Department requirements and standards.
(e) Easements shall be granted to the appropriate agency or entity for the purpose of ingress, egress,
construction and maintenance of all infrastructures constructed for this land division to the satisfaction
of the City Engineer.
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(f) Plans and specifications for the water system facilities shall be submitted for approval to the
water company serving this land division. The subdivider shall submit an agreement and other
evidence, satisfactory to the City Engineer, indicating that the subdivider has entered into a contract with
the servicing water purveyor guaranteeing payment and installation of the water improvements.
Geotechnical Engineerin& & En:dneering Geoloey
19. A geological and geotechnical report shall be submitted to the City Engineer showing
feasibility for development of a single family residence and a stable on each lot.
Grading and Drainage
20. Grading and drainage will be addressed at the grading and construction plan check stage.
Los Aneeles Countv Fire
21. The private driveways shall be indicated on the final map as "Private Driveway and Fire
lane" with the widths clearly depicted. Driveways shall be maintained in accordance with the Fire Code.
22. This property is located within the area described by the Fire Department as "Very High
Fire Hazard Severity Zone". A "Fuel Modification Plan" shall be submitted to the Fire Department
prior to final map clearance.
23. Locate all existing or proposed fire hydrants on the plans. Fire hydrants shall be placed
as required by the Fire Department.
Septic Svstem: Los Angeles Countv Department of Public Health
24. Prior to the recordation of the final map, each lot shall provide satisfactory evidence to
the City Engineer of a percolation test indicating acceptable conditions for the future onsite wastewater
treatment system in accordance with Los Angeles County Environmental Health Onsite Wastewater
Treatment System requirements.
C. THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS AND MITIGATION MEASURES SHALL BE
IMPLEMENTED PRIOR TO, WHERE APPLICABLE, AND DURING THE GRADING AND
DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES FOR THIS SUBDIVISION:
1. At the time of submittal for discretionary permits for construction the developer shall
comply with all of the requirements of the City of Rolling Hills Municipal Code. The City reserves the
right to impose additional conditions.
2. Each of the two new primary driveways s shall have a 26 -foot wide apron, which will
taper to a 20 -foot wide driveway and have a slope of 7% for the first 20 -feet at the entry off Saddleback
Road and 12% at the steepest point, or as required by the Fire Department. The first twenty feet of the
apron /driveway shall be roughened.
The existing apron serving 80 Saddleback shall be closed off, however access to the adjacent
property (86 Saddleback) that shares the apron and/or driveway must remain and easements granted for
such use, or the apron relocated entirely on the adjacent property that it serves, at a cost mutually agreed
upon by the property owners, with Traffic Commission's review and approval.
3. The grade of access to the stable and corral areas shall not be greater than twenty-five
(25) percent.
4. The turn around area on the top of each driveway shall be no less than 64 feet in
diameter. The turn around shall be designed, constructed and maintained to insure their integrity for Fire
Department use.
5. The applicant shall obtain State Construction Activity Permit and meet all of the
requirements of the National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit pertaining to
construction activities prior to obtaining grading permit. The applicant shall meet the water quality
requirements for the State Permit and the City's Low Impact Development Ordinance and prepare the
appropriate pians, which shall be reviewed by the City Engineer and planning staff.
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6. Results from percolation testing conducted for the tentative parcel map application may
be used in the future study, if the proposed dispersal field or seepage pit will be in the same location
where tests were conducted and referenced in updated geology report, except when significant changes
in geology and/or changes in percolation testing procedures have occurred after the date of the testing
required for this application.
7. Vehicular access must be provided and maintained serviceable throughout construction to
all required fire hydrants. All required fire hydrants shall be installed, tested and accepted by the Fire
Department, prior to issuance of a final inspection for the grading of this project.
8. If required by the Fire Department, fire hydrants shall be protected by bollards.
9. The Water Company shall verify fire flow.
10. A grading and drainage plan must be provided for each lot having an independent
drainage system to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. Drainage plans must provide for contributory
drainage from adjoining properties, including dedication of the necessary easements.
11. Historical or existing storm water flow from adjacent lots must be calculated into the
hydrology of the area received and directed by gravity to the street, catch basin or an approved drainage
system to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. Design for discharge from the lots shall be subject to the
City's Low Impact Development Ordinance, Chapter 8.32 of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code.
12. Each parcel is dependent upon the use of individual private sewage disposal systems,
which shall be constructed to the standards of the Los Angeles County Public Health Department.
13. The property owner shall repair any broken or damaged pavement on streets abutting the
subdivision, if determined that it resulted from the development on any of the proposed lots.
14. Prior to occupancy an approved building address shall be provided to the Fire Department
and other appropriate agencies.
15. Dust and Exhaust Controls: During construction the project shall conform with South
Coast Air Quality Management District, Los Angeles County and local ordinances and engineering
practices by using dust control measures to stabilize soil from wind erosion and reduce construction -
generated dust construction activities, including but not be limited to the following:
a. Air Quality:
• Water the site twice daily including any stockpiled dirt
• Apply non-toxic soil stabilizers to inactive graded areas
• Periodically clean roads at the end of day if visible soil is carried onto paved roads adjacent to the site.
If a water sweeper is used, it shall used reclaimed water
• Install wheel washers where vehicles enter and exit the construction site onto paved roads or wash off
trucks and any equipment leaving the site each trip
• Appoint a construction relations officer to act as community liaison for on-site construction activity
including resolution of issues related to PM 10 dust generation
• All trucks hauling dirt, sand, soil, or other loose materials shall be covered
• Traffic speed limits shall be observed at all times
• The applicants shall explore the feasibility of using reclaimed water, if available, for all of their
watering requirements during construction.
b. A High Wind Response Plan shall be developed and implemented before commencement of grading
activities, subject to City review and approval per SCAQMD Rule 403 for times when wind speeds
exceed 25 mph.
c. Heavy construction equipment shall be properly tuned and maintained to reduce emissions.
Construction equipment shall be fitted with the most modern emission control devices.
d. The project shall comply with Rule 461, which establishes requirements for vapor control from the
transfer of fuel from the fuel truck to vehicles, if applicable, both during construction and subsequent
operations.
e. Provide temporary traffic controls such as a flag person during delivery of heavy equipment or
building materials to maintain smooth traffic flow.
f. Use electricity from power poles rather than temporary diesel or gas generators;
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g. Reroute haul trucks away from congested streets or sensitive receptor areas;
h. No vehicles shall idle in excess of five minutes, both on-site and off-site.
16. Biological Resources
A Biological Resources Assessment study was prepared for the proposed project. The consultant
found that no species of plants or animals listed as threatened or endangered were observed on the
property. One species of protected bird, the red-tailed hawk, was observed. No other plants or wildlife
considered sensitive or protected by any state, local of federal regulations were observed and no features
indicative of wildlife movement corridors were observed. However, in order to ensure that substantial
adverse impacts do not result from the project, prior to grading for development the following measures
shall be implemented:
a. Prior to the start of grading, conduct a survey for coastal California gnatcatcher according to the most
current survey protocol
b. Prior to the start of grading, conduct a survey for sensitive plants.
c. Based on the results of the surveys above, coordinate as appropriate with the regulatory agencies to
identify appropriate avoidance, minimization and mitigation measures.
17. Archeolosical Resources
Resource Identification: Should significant unique archaeological resources be found during the
grading or construction within the project, the construction shall cease and the applicant at his sole
expense shall hire an archeologist to assess the resources. The City of Rolling Hills shall approve of the
archeologist. The archeologist shall establish procedures for archaeological resource surveillance, and
shall establish, in cooperation with the project proponent, procedures for temporarily halting or
redirecting work to permit the sampling, identification, and evaluation of the artifacts as appropriate. If
additional or unexpected unique archaeological features are discovered, the archaeologist shall report
such findings to the project proponent and to the City Manager. If the archaeological resources are found
to be significant, the archaeological observer shall determine appropriate action, in cooperation with the
applicant, for exploration and/or salvage.
18. Hazards Construction BMPs: Best Management Practices shall be maintained at all times
during demolition, relocation, renovation and construction of project elements. At a minimum, the BMP
program shall include protection of the blue line stream and canyon below the project site located in the
City of Rancho Palos Verdes, and implement in the construction process sediment controls and sediment
tracking controls (street sweeping or tire baths before exiting the site), designated storage of all
construction materials outside the path of storm flows, disposal of construction wastes in appropriately -
rated landfills, standby BMPs that can be implemented within 24 -hours of a predicted storm, minimizing
the footprint of construction zones and prompt installation of erosion controls; stabilizing disturbed soils
and slopes with landscaping, paving or reseeding to reduce or eliminate erosion; perimeter damage
controls to direct runoff around construction areas; detention/infiltration ponds for direct percolation of
sediment -laden waters on the site; and bid specifications that require regular inspection and maintenance
of equipment during construction.
19. Demolition Debris: Pursuant to the City's Construction and Demolition Ordinance,
minimum of 50% of construction and demolition debris generated from this project shall be recycled or
diverted from landfills and verification provided to the City
20. Noise
a. Hours of Operation: Although approval of the project will result in intermittent loud
noise levels during grading operation and construction the noise will be temporary. During construction,
the property owners shall be required to schedule and regulate construction activities including related
traffic, and therefore limit 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 and normal flow of traffic of the City of Rolling Hills.
b. Mufflers: The contractor shall be required to install on all vehicles and construction
equipment properly maintained and operating mufflers and other state required noise attenuation
devices.
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C. Equipment Operation: During grading and construction operations, trucks shall not park,
queue and/or idle at the project site or in the adjoining right-of-way before or after the permitted hours
of operations.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 23rd DAY OF MARCH 2015.
B. ALLEN LAY
MAYOR
ATTEST:
HEIDI LUCE
CITY CLERK
Any action challenging the final decision of the City made as a result of the public hearing on this
application must be filed within the time limits set forth in section 17.54.070 of the Roiling Hills
Municipal Code and Code of Civil Procedure Section 1094.6.
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA }
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES } §§
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS )
I certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 1171 entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS
GRANTING APPROVAL OF VESTING TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 72232,
SUBDIVISION NO. 93, A REQUEST TO SUBDIVIDE A 7.05 ACRE LOT INTO
TWO SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL LOTS, AND GRANTING APPROVAL OF
THE MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION, IN ZONING CASE NO. 852 AT 80
SADDLEBACK ROAD, (TURPANHAN).
was approved and adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council on March 23, 2015 by the following
roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Black, Dieringer, Hill, Pieper and Mayor Lay.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
and in compliance with the laws of California was posted at the following:
Administrative Offices
Cff?j&-b
HEIDI LUCE
CITY CLERK
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