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Nmvu�s oF A
REGULAR MEETING
OF THE PLANIVING COMMISSION
OF TI�
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS
FEBRUARY 16, 2016
CALL MEETING TO ORDER
A regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City af Rolling Hills was called to order by
Chairman Chelf at 6:32 p.m. on Tuesday, February 16, 2016 in the City Co�xncil Chamber, at City Hali,
2 Portuguese Bend Road, Rolling Hilis, California.
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Cardenas, Gray,Kirkpatrick, Smith and Chairman Chelf
Commissioners Absent: None.
Others Present: Yolanta Schwartz, Planning Director.
Natalie Karpeles, Assistax�t City Attarney.
Heidi Luce, City Clerk.
Wendy Starks,Associate Planner.
Dave Dennee, 1 Lower Blackwater Canyon Road.
Ben Cauthen, Cauthen Design Group.
Tavisha Nicholson,Bolton Engineering.
Tany Inferrera, Architect.
Geoff Sumich,Designer.
Andy and Sarah Elkin,2 Hillside Lane.
Scott Martin, Landscape Architect, The{W}orkshop.
��� APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Approved as presented.
PUBLIC COMN�NTS ON MINiJTES AND ANY ITEM NOT ON THE AGENDA
None.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
January 19, 2Q16,Adjourned Regular Meeting of the Planning Cammission
Commissioner Srnith rnoved that the Planning Commission approve the minutes of the adjourned
regular meeting of the Planning Commission held on January 19, 2Q16. Vice Chauman Gray seconded
the motion,which carried without objection.
Jan�aty 19, 201b, Regular Meeting of the Planning Commission
Commissioner Smith noted a typographical error in the minutes. Vice C�airman Gray moved that the
Planning Commission approve the minutes of the regular meeting of the Planning Commission held on
— January 19, 2016 as carrected. Commissioner Smith seconded the motion, which carried without
objection.
RESOLUTIONS
RESOLUTION NO. 2016-03. A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMI5SION OF THE
CITY OF ROLLING HTLLS GRANTING A REQUEST TO REMOVE RESTRICTIVE
DEVELQPMENT CONDITION FROM RESQLUTIQN N4. 2010-03 IN ZQNiNG CASE NO
776 AT 1 LOWER BLACKWATER CANYON ROAD, {LOT 46-RH) (DENNEE}.
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Commissioner Cardenas recused himself from consideration of this item due to the proximity of his
property to the subject property and left the dais. Chairman Chelf introduced the item and asked for
staffls cornments. Planning Director Schwartz reviewed the applicant's request ta remave the restrictive
de�eloprnent candition from Resolution 2010-03 in Zoning Case No. 776 at 1 Lower Blackwater
Canyan Raad. She stated that at its last meeting the Planning Commission directed staff to prepare a
resolutian�at�ting approval of the applicant's request and the Resolution is presented for consideration.
Chairman Chelf called for public comment. Hearing none, he asked for comrnents from the Pla�ning
Commission.
Vice Chairman Gray moved that the Planning Cornmission adopt Resolution No. 2016-Q3 gran�ing
approval of the applicant's request to remove the restrictive developmen�t condition from Resolution No.
2010-03 in Zonirig Case No. 77b at 1 Lower Blackwater Canyon Road. Commissianer Kirkpatrick
seconded the motion,which carried without objection, Commissioner Cardenas returned to the dais.
RESOLUTION NO. 201b-04. A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING APPROVAL FOR A SITE PLAN REVIEW FOR A
DETACHED GARAGE, GRADING AND RETAINTNG WALLS; A CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT TO CONSTRUCT A DETACHED GARAGE;AND VARIANCES TO CONSTRUCT
AN ADDITION TO THE RESIDENCE IN THE FRONT SETBACK, A ONE-CAR PARKTNG
PAD LESS THAN 30 FEET FROM THE ROADWAY EASEMENT LINE, FOR GARAGE
AND WALL ENCROACHMENT INTO THE FRONT YARD SETBACK, FOR OUT OF
GRADE CONDITIDN�F THE GARAGE, WALLS THAT DO NOT AVERAGE OUT TO 2.5-
FEET, TO EXCEED THE MAXIMUM PERMITTED STRUCTURAL AND TOTAL
COVERAGE AND THE DISTURBED AREA OF TI�LOT, IN ZONING CASE NO. 892, AT
3 EASTFIELD DRIVE, (L�T 58-EF}, (BENNETT}. PR07ECT HAS BEEN DETERMINED
TO BE EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA).
Chairman Chelf introduced the item and asked for sta�s comments. Planning Director Schwartz
reviewed the applicant's request in Zoning Case Na. 892 at 3 Eastfield Drive. She stated that during the
site visit prior ta the last rneeting, it was noticed that there was an existing o�xt of grade condition near
the corner of the garage that will remain with the new garage which was not shown on the original plan
nor was it advertised as requiring a variance. She further stated that at its last meeting following
discussion regarding the out of grade condition, the Planning Cammission directed staff to prepare a
xesolution granting approval of the applicant's request as re�ised to address the Planning Commission's
concerns regarding the out of grade candition of the garage. She reviewed the revised plan, which shows
only 5 ft. of exposed wall and included the required 4 ft. walkway around the structure. She stated that
the Resolution of Approvat is presented for consideration.
Chairman Chelf called for public comment.
Ben Cauthen, Cauthen Design Group addressed the Planning Commission ta ez�pz�ess concern on behalf
of the applicant regarding the fuel modification condition.
Hearing no further public comment, Chairman Chelf asked for comments frorn the Planning
Commission.
Commissioner Smith expressed cancern regarding the project stating that while she understands the
constraints on the lot, she still feels the lot is overdeveloped and the lacatior� for the future stable and
corral is not feasible.
Follawing brie£discussian, Vice Chairman Gray moved that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution
No. 2016-(}4 granting approval of the applicant's request in Zoning Case No. 892 at 3 Eastfield Drive.
Commissioner Cardenas seconded the motion,which carried with Commissioner Smith abstaining.
ZONING CASE NO. 896-A. THE APPLICANT REQUESTED CONTINUANCE OF
THIS CASE TO THE MARCH 15, 2016 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Request
far a Lot Line Adjustment of two lots at 11 Saddleback Raad (Lots 4$-RH 1 and 48-RH-2),
(Warren}.
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Z�NING CASE NO. 896. THE APPLICANT REQUESTED CONTINUANCE OF THIS
CASE TO THE MARCH 1S, 2016 PLANNING COIVIlVII55ION MEETING. Request for �
Conditional Use Permit, Site Plan Review and Variances at 11 Saddleback Ro�d (Lots 48-RH 1
and 48-RH-2}, (Waxren).
At the request of the applicant, consideration of this i#em was continued to the nex� regular meeting of
the Planning Cammission scheduied to be held on Tuesday, March 15, 2016 beginning at 6:30 p.m. in
the Council Chamber at Rolling Hills City Hall, 2 Portuguese Bend Road,Rolling Hiils, Califomia.
RESOLUTION NO. 2016-02. A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANIVING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF ROLLING HTLLS GRANTTNG APPROVAL OF A SITE FLAN REVIEW FOR A
SUBSTANTIAL ADDITION, GRADING, SWIMMING POOL, PORCH, AND WALLS AND
VARIANCES FOR ENCROACHMENT WITH PORTIONS OF THE ADDITIONS, WALLS
AND A LIGHTV�ELL INTO SETBACKS, TO EXCEED THE MA.XIMUM PERMITTED
DFSTURBED AREA OF THE LOT AND TO EXCEED 2.5' AVERA.GE HEIGHT OF WALLS
IN ZONING CASE NO. 888 AT 17 MIDDLERYDGE LANE NORTH, (LOT 5-MR), IN THE
4VERLAY ZONING DISTRICT-OZD-1, (POST). PROJECT HAS BEEN DETERMINED TO
BE EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA}.
Chaizrnan Chelf introduced the item and asked for staff's comments, Planning Director Schwartz
re�iewed the applicant's request in Zoning Case No. 888 at 17 Middleridge Lane North. She stated that
at its October meeting after visiting the site and discussing the project the Planning Commissian asked
the applicant to revise the project to move one of the addi�ions out of the setback as much as possible to
meet the line of the existing encroachment so that the wall is not in the easement and ta address the issue
at the rear of the property where there were proposed three step down walls to �he lower pad for the
pool. She further stated that at its Iast meeting the Planning Commissian directed staff 1to prepare a
resolution granting approval of the applicant's request subject to the modifications ta address the
Planning Cammission's concerns. She further reviewed the applicant's revised request and stated that
the Resalution of Approval based on the revised application is presented for consideration.
� Chairman Chelf called for public comment.
Tavisha Nicholsan, Bolton Engineer�ng addressed the Planning Commission offering to answer any
questions the Planning Commission may have.
Hearing no further public comment, Cha.irman Chelf asked for camments from the Planning
Commission.
Commissioner Kirkpatrick and Commissianer Cardenas commented that they are appreciative to the
applicant for making the suggested revisions and they are okay with the current proposal. Cvmmissioner
Cardenas further commented that he feels the project is consistent with the other development on the
street.
Vice Chairman Gray stated for the record that he listened to the audio recording from the previous
meeting and visited the site again. He stated that he is not comforta.ble with the furthex' encroachment
into the front yard setback and he feels there is too much on the building site. Discussion ensued
concerning the front yard encroachment and the constraints an that particular street. Planning Director
Schwartz provided again the aerial photograph shawing the encroachment of the other properties on the
street. Vice Chairman Gray expressed further concern regardizxg the number of variances requested.
Commissioner Smith stated that she is cancerned about the lot coverage, disturbance and the
— development over the canyon. She further stated that she does not feel the project is harmonious in scale
with the site.
Following discussion, Commissioner Kirkpatrick moved that the Planning Commission adopt
Resolution No. 2016-02 granting approval of the applicant's request in Zoning Case No. 888 at 17
Middleridge Lane North. Commissioner Cardenas seconded the motion, which catried with
Commissioner Smith and Vice Cha.irman Gray opposed.
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PUBLIC HEARiNGS ON ITEMS CONTINUED FROM PRE'VIOUS MEETING
ZONING CASE NO. 895. THE APPLICANT REQUESTED CONTINi7ANCE OF THIS
CASE TO THE MARCH 15, 2016 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING. Request for a
Site Plan Review to construct a new residence and Variances in Zoning Case No. 895, at 10
Bowie Raad, (Lat 4-CRA), Rotling Hills, CA (Pang Jui Yiu).
At the reyuest of the applicant, consideration of this item was continued to an adjaurned regular meeting
of the Planning Commission scheduled to be held on Tuesday, Mazch 15, 2016 beginning at
approximately 8:00 a.m. for the purpose af conduct�ng a site visit to 14 Bowie Road.
ZONING CASE NO. 893. Request for a Conditional Use Permit {CUP), Site Plan Review and
Variances for a new 475 square foot cabana, grading, aba�e grade deck, walls, swimming pool
and reiated sttuctures and for encroachment with a portion of the deck, walls, pool equipment
area and fire place into the rear yard setback; ta retain two existing sheds, trellis and barbeque in
the rear yarc� setback; to exceed the m�imum permitted disturbance of the lot; to exceed the
m�imum permitted total coverage of the lot and to set aside an area for a future stable and corral
in the front yard area of the lot in Zoning Case No. 893, at 66 Eastfield Drive, (Lot 107-EF),
Roiling Hills, CA, {Thomas). The project is exempt from the California Environmer�tal Quality
Act(CEQA)pursuant to Section 15303, Class 3 exernption Guidelines.
Chairman Chelf introduced the itern and asked for staffls com�nents. Planning Directar Schwartz
reviewed the app�icant's request as revised since the last meeting�o address the P�anning Commission's
concerns. She stated that the applicant is also requesting ta retain twa existing sheds, which are located
in the easement as well as a trellis ar�d barbeque in the rear yard setback.
Chairman Chelf called far public cornment.
Tavisha Nicholson, Bolton Engineering addressed fhe Planning Carnmission to further exp�ain the
applicant's request.
Hearing no further public comment, Chairman Chetf asked for comments from the Planning
Commission.
Cornmissioner Cardenas commented that he is not cornfartable approving anything in an easement but
given that the neighbors have not raised any issues, he would be inclined to approve it. He further stated
that otherwise, he is satisfied with changes t1�at the applicant made and feels as though �the concerns
raised have been addressed.
Commissioner Smith commented that she appreciates the modifications that the applican� made and she
feels that this is a�ery difficult lat.
Commissioner Kirkpatrick commented that he tao appreciates the modifications that the applicant made
and feels that the concems have been mitigated.
Vice Chairman Gray commented that he is concerned with the projec� because of the number of
variances being requested. He stated that he feels the concerns regarding the cabana have been addressed
but he objects to the sheds in the easement. Discussion ensued concerning the sheds. Chairman Chelf
commen#ed tha# it was his understanding that the Rolling Hills Community Associadon approved the
location of the sheds with a sdpu�ation that the sheds be removed :if the applicant were to move from this
property. Further discussion ensued concerning the sheds.
Following discussion, Commissioner Smith moved that the Planning Commissian direct staff to prepare
a Resolution granting approval of the applicant's request in Zoning Case No. 893 at 66 Eastfield Drive
with the standard findings of fact and canditions of approval. Commissioner Kirkpatrick seconded the
motion, which carried without objection. The Planning Commission directed staff to confirm the
RolIing Hills Community Association's action with regard to the sheds.
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ZONING CASE N�. 898. Request for a Site Plan Review to construct an 1,$35 square foot
additian and a raised deck, and Variances to encroach with 150 square fee#of the additian 14 feet
in�o the front yard setback, to retain a shed and service yard in side setback, for a wall that does
not average out to 2.5' in height and to exceed the m�imum permitted disturbed area o�the Iot
at 46 Eastfield, {Lot 97�-EF}, Rolling Hills, CA (Miller}. The project is exempt from the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA} pursuant to Section 15301, Class 1 exemption
Guidelines.
� Chairman Chelf introduced the i�em and asked for staf�s comments. Plann�ng Director Schwartz
reviewed the applicant's request for an 1,$35 sq. ft addition at 46 Eastfield Drive and stated that the
Planning Commission visited the site earlier in they day. She stated that the applicant originally
submitted plans to include a raised deck and has since removed that part of the request. She fiu-ther
stated tl�a�the encroachment of the addi�ion has been recalculated and it is approximately SO sq. ft. She
further reviewed the applicant's request and the conditions obseived in the field. She stated that there
will be no grading since the raised deck has been eliminat�d but the applicant will submit revised
numbers. She further stated that the lot coverages on this project are all within the requirexnents,but the
building pad caverage is proposed at 54.8%. She commented that at the field trip, concem was
expressed about the height of the structure.
Anthony Inferrera, Architect addressed the Planning Commission on behalf of the applicant to address
the ridge height issue as well as the ather issues raised.
Vice Chai�nan Cxray commented that he does not feel the addition is in keeping with the rest of the
house. Commissioner Kirkpatrick commented that he is concerned about the massing but he feels that
the architectural features are outside the Planning Commissian's purv�ew.
Commissioner Smith commented tha�it struck her as a lat of mass and she is concern�d that it daes not
meet the intent of the General Plan to keep things open and rural. Commissioner Cardenas commented
that he is concerned about the excessive building pad coverage.
Following discussion the applicant was asked to submit a revised plan to address the Platvr�ing
Commissian's concerns regarding the massing, the height and the ridgeline; as well as the other issues
raised in the field.
ZONING CASE NO. 894. Request for a Site Plan Review to construct a new 6,fi31 square foot
single family residence, 1,308 squa:re foot garage, 1,781 square feet covered parches, 950 square
foot swimming poollspa, covered koi pond, �arious heights, buf not to exceed 5' high retaining
wal.ls and other miscellaneous accessory structures; grading for the new develaprnent and
modification to a previously appraved corral azea; and request for a Variance to encroach with
325 square feet of the new residence and covered patios into the side yard setback at 77 Crest
Road East, (Lot b9-Ai-MS}, Rolling Hills, CA, (Jankovich). The project is exempt from the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15303, Class 3 exernption
Guidelines.
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 si#e earlier today.
She s�ated that the project consists of a new fi,631 sq. ft. residence with two garages, a swimming pool,
and cavered koi pond. She re�viewed the configuration of the lot and setbacks stating that the applicant is
requesting a variance to encroach into the side yard setback with 325 sq. ft. of the residence and a
portion of the co�ered pa�io. She noted that the existing home also encroaches into the side yard
setback. She further stated that the P�anning Commission previously approved a stable in the frant yard
area and as part of this application, the applicant proposas to move a portion of th� wall�hat was part of
that project further to the East to provide more room around the stable. She stated that during the field
trip, the neighbor's architect requested that the pool equipment be mov�d and the engineer for this
project has submitted a revised plan to show the pool equipment being removed fram the southern side
and moved to the eastern side #o address the neighbor's concerns. She further reviewed the drainage
plan, which includes a biofiltration unit to callect and dissipate the water from the site based on the
stortnwater management requirements. She further reviewed the coverages and proposed grading as well
as the proposed driveway and turnaround.
Chairnnan Chelf called for public comment.
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Tavisha Nicholson, Bolton Engineering add�ressed the Planning Commission to fiarther explain the
revisions that were rnade.
Geoff Sumich addressed the Planning Comrnissian affering to answer any questions
Hearing no further public comment, Chairman Chelf asked for comments from the Planning
Commission.
Following brief discussion, Commissioner Cardenas moved that the Planning Cotnmission direct staff to
prepare a Resolution granting approval of the applicant's request in Zoning Case No. 894 at 77 Crest
Road East with the standard findings af fact anc� conditions of approval. Commissioner Kirkpatrick
seconded the motion, which carried without objection.
NEW PUBLIC HEARINGS
ZONING CASE NO. 897. Request for a Site Plan Review for grading, retaining walls over 3
feet in height, swimming pool and miscel�aneous structures; Conditional Use Permit for a pool
house, and Variances tv locate the pool and pool house in the fron�yard of the lot, and to exceed
maximutn disturbance of the lot in Zoning Case Na. 897 at 2 Hillside Lane, (Lot b0-RH),
Rolling Hills, CA (Eikin). The project has been determitied to be exempt from the Califomia
Environmen#al QuaZity Act(CEQA} Gtzidelines, Section 15303.
Chairman Chelf introduced the item and asked for staffls comments. Planning Director Schwartz
reviewed the applicant's request in Zoning Case No. S97 at 2 Hillside Lane. She reviewed the
configuration of the lot and stated that the applicant proposes an 8Q0 sq, ft. addition to the rear of the
residence; a 470 sq. ft. cabana.; a 6$Q sq. ft. swimming pool and 72 sq. ft. spa with a trellis and decking
and walls that flank the pool area. She stated that a variance is also being requested to locate the pool
and other structures in the front yard area. She stated that there currentty exists on the properiy a two-
story stable where the second story is being used as livable area, which will have to be converted hack to
a stable per the requirements of the Stable Qrdinance. She further reviewed the proposed grading,
disturbance and structural coverage. She stated tha� an adjacent property owner has expressed concem
regarding the widening af the driveway and staff will be working with the applicant's representative to
confirm the location of the property line.
Chairman Chelf called far public comment.
Andy Elkin, 2 Hillside Lane (property owner) addre,ssed the Planning Commission to introduce himself
and his wife Sarah and furthe�r explain their request.
Scott Martin, Landscape Architect, The {VV)orkshop addressed the Planning Commission to further
explain the applicant's request.
Fol�owing staff's presentat�on and pubiic testimony, the members of the Ptanning Commission
determined that a site visit should be scheduled ta pravide the members of the Planning Cammission
with further understanding of the applicant's request in Zoning Case No. 897 at 2 Hillside Lane. T'he
public hearing was continued.
SCHEDULE OF FIELD TRIPS
The Planning Commission scheduled a fie�d trip to the fo�lowing properties to be conducted on Tuesday,
March 15,2016 beginning at 7:30 a,m.
2 Hillside Lane
10 Bowie Road
ITEMS FROM THE PLANNING COMMISSION
None.
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ITEMS FROM STAFF
Planning Director Schwartz reviewed the status of the View Ordinance amendment, Measure B
Interpretation, and the appeal of the CTV resolution,which are currently before the City Council.
ADJOURNMENT
Hearing no further business before the Commission, Chairman Chelf adjaurned the rnee�ing at 8:36 p.m.
-- to an adjourned reg�lar meeting of the Planning Commission scheduled ta be held on Tuesday, March
15, 2016 beginning at 7:30 a.�n. for the purpose of conducting field trips to 2 Hillside Lane and 1d
Bowie Road. The next regular meeting o�the Planning Commission is scheduled to be held on Tuesday,
M�rch i 5, 2016 beginning at 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Chamber, Roiling Hills City Hall, 2
Partuguese Bend Road,Rolling Hills, California.
Respectfully submitted,
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Y£�.t
Heidi Luce
City Clerk
Approved,
Srad helf
Chairman
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