02-16-16FT MINUTES OF Al�`
ADJOURNED REGULAR iVIEETING
OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
FEBRUARY 16,2016
PRESEiVT:
Chairman Chelf, Commissioners Cardenas, Gray, Kixkpatxick, and Smith
Raymond Cruz, Cify Manager
Yolanta Schwartz, P1anrUing Director
Wendy Starks, Associate Planner
FIELD TRIP
Chairman Chelf called the meeting to order at 7:30 a.m, at�6 Eas�ield Drive.
10 BOWIE ROAD, ZONING CASE NO. 895. THE APPLICANT REQUESTED
CONTINUANCE OF THIS CASE TO THE MARCH 15, 2016 PLANNING
COMMISSION FIELD TRIP MEETING.
A. ZONING CASE NO. $98. Aequest for a Site Plan Review to construct
an 1,835 square foot addition and a raised deck, and a Variance fo enc:roach with
1�0 square feet of the addition 10 feet into the front yard setback, to �retain a shed
in side setback and to exceed the maximum permitted dis�urbed area of t�he Iof at
46 Eastfield, (Lot 97-EF), Rolling Hilis, CA (Miller). The project is exempt from
the California Environmen�al Quality Acf (CEQA} pursuant to Section �5301,
Class 1 exemption Guidelines.
Also present for this field trip was:
Anthony Inferrera, Architect
I'larming Director Schwartz reviewed the app�icant's request for Site Plan Review
and Variance and pointed out the setback at tY►e front, the western side setback,
and the rear setback, and to the existing Iegal non-confoxzning shed in the side
setback the applicant is proposing to retain. Mr. Inferrera advised tha� the
applicant recently moved it so it is no Ionger in�he easement but it sti11 rernains in
the setback. Director Schwartz pointed out the graded pad in the rear of the
propex�y where the fufure stable and corral axe proposed. The group then walked
towards the fron� of the p�ropexty where the 1,635 sq�zare foot additiox� is
proposed with 80 square feet of it to encroach into the front yard setback. It was
noted that the addition would not be visible from the street or any neighbor due
to the steep nature of the lot and the landscaping that screens it. Direcfor
Schwartz pointed out the flat roof on the existing guest house and advised that a
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Conditian of Approval wouZd be that the applicant ensure the roof on the
pr�vzously cons�tructed pool shelter/guest house has been reconfigured and
approved by �ie RHCA Architectural Committee in conjunction with obtaining
building permits fox �lie proposed project. Mr. In£errera advised that the
proposed deck was not staked and is being removed from this proposal and
Director Schwartz advised that the disturbance will remain as is existing if the
deck is no Ionger proposed. Cornmissioner Gray inquired about the height of the
addition and Director Schwarfz answered it is higher than the exzsting roofline.
The architect stated that the span i.s bigger. Discussion ensued about the height of
the addi�ion in the front and whether it needs to be so much higher than the
existing house. Cornmissioner Gray stated that the way �he proJect i.s staked it
may not work when it goes to construction and the applicant may have to revise
the ridgeline. The group then proceeded to the rear of the property whe�re the 1�0
square foot addition is proposed, but was not silhouetted. Commissioner Smith
inquix�ed about the roofline as it was not staked and Director Schwartz advi.sed it
would likely require an 18-inch eave. There was concern expressed about whe�her
this addition will accommodate a 4-foot walkway around the house.
Corrunissioner Cardenas asked whethe:r the utility shed attached to the ho�se,
which houses a tankless water heater, will be relocated and where. Director
Schwartz advised irliat it shou�d be shown on the plans.
B. ZONING CASE N�. 594. Request for a Site Plan Review to construct a
new 6,631 square foot single family residence, 1,3Q8 square foot garage, 1,781
square feet covered porches, 9�Q square foot swimming pool/spa, covered koi
pond, various heights, but not to exceed 5' high retaining wal�s and other
miscellaneous accessory structures; grading for the new development and
modification to a previausly approved corral area; and request fo:r a Variance fo
encroach with 32S square feet of the new residence and covered pa�io into the
side yard setbaek at T7 Cp�st I3oad ]�a�t, (�,ot 63-A1-M�), Rolling Hills, CA,
Qankovich). 'The p�roject is exempt from the California Environtnental Quality
Act(CEQA) pursuant to Section 1�303, Class 3 exemption Guidelines.
Also present for this field trip were:
Tavisha Nicholson, Engzneer
Geoff Sumich, Designer
Tam Jankovich,Property Owner
Mary-Ann Jankovich, Property Qwner
Criss Gunderson, Architect and xepresentative of 7Z Crest Road East
Planning Director Schwartz reviewed fihe request for Site Plan Review and
Variance. Geoff Sumich presented a model of the proposed development fo:r the
Commission`s review. Commissioner Smith had a question about the 3 large
frees and the owners sfated fhat they wish to retain them if possible. Criss
Gunderson advised that while he is reporting back to his clients he does not
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for�see any objec�ions or issues. In response to Commissioner Smith, Director
Schwartz stated that a resident below, and one from across the canyon in Rancho
Palos Verdes reviewed the plans and voiced no objection.s or concerns. In
response to Chairman Che1f, Director Schwartz stated that the proposed
development is not in an easement, but that a portion of fihe house and porches
are in the side setback. Commissioner Smith inquired if the proposed house could
be shifted out of the setback. Tavisha Nichalson illustrated how the eastern side
setback is very steep and stated that the applicants prefer not �o grade on that
slope. Commissia�er Chelf inquired about the walls a�d Tavisha Nicholson
advised they are Zess than 3 fee�, up to 5 feet, averaging 2.5 feet. Criss Gunderson
inquired if there wi11 be fi11 far the pool and Tavisha confirmed there would be
with some cut being exported. Director Schwartz pointed out where the
biofiitration unit is proposed. Director Schwartz pointed out the limits of grading
on eastern side of the building pad. Criss Gunderson requested that the applicant
consider relocating the pool equipment enclosure to the eastern side af the
property overlaoking the canyon to avoid potenfial noise to his client below. The
group reviewed the previously approved stable area and the proposed
madification to the 3' high wall, which is planned to be moved sligh�ly to the
north to allow the owners for a larger open area around the stable. Director
Schwartz stated that the existing house could not be demolished prior to
constructing the stable and the property owners confirmed this would not be an
issue as they pZan to reside in the exist�ng home for at least a year.
There being no further discussion, the public hearing was continued to the
evening rneeting of the Planning Comnti.ssion at 6:3Q PM.
Respectfully Submitted,
G
Y ta Schwartz D e
P 'ng Director
Approve :
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