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03-15-16 ...�.. __ ��__ . � MINiJTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE PL.ANNING COMMISSION OF 'THE CITY OF R4LLING HILLS MARCH 15, 2016 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 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 15, 2016 in the City Council Chamber, at Ci#y Hall, 2 Poriuguese Bend Road,Rol�ing Hi�ls, California. ROLL CALL Commissioners Present: Cardenas, Gray,Kirkpatrick' and Chairman Chelf. *Arrived�6:53pm Commission�rs Absent: Commissioner Smith(excused). Others Present: Yolanta Schwartz, Planning Director. Raymond Cruz, City Manager, Natalie Karpeles, Assistant City Attorney. Wendy Starks,Associate Planner. Heidi Luce, City Clerk. Tavisha Nicholson,Bolton Engineering. Carole Hoffinan, 3 Hi�lside Lane. Tony�nferrera,Architect. Robert Miller, 46 Eastfield Drive. Andy and Sarah Elkin, 2 Hillside Lane. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA Appro�ed a,s presented. PUBLIC COMMENTS �N MINUTES AND ANY ITEM NOT ON THE AGENDA None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES February l 6, 2016,Adjourned Regular Meeting of the P�anning Commissian Commissio�er Cardenas moved that the Planning Commission approve the minutes of the adjo�rned regular meetzng of the Planning Commission held on February 16, 20I6. Vice Chairman Gray secondec� the motion, which carried witho�xt objection. February 16, 20 Z 6,Regular Meeting af the Pla.nning Commission Vice Chairman Gray moved that the Planning Cammission approve the minutes of the regular meeting of the Planning Commission held on February �b, 2016. Commissioner Cardenas seconded the motion, which carried without objection. RESOLUTIONS RESOLUTTON NO. 2016-06. A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING APPROVAL OF A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT, SITE PLAN REVIEW ,AND VARIA1vCES FOR A NEW CABANA, GRADIlVG, ABOVE GRADE DECK, RETAINING WALLS, POOL AND RELATED STRUCTURES AND FOR ENCROACHMENT WITH A POR'TION OF THE RATSED DECK, WALLS, POOL EQUIPMENT AREA AND FIRE PLACE INTO THE REAR YARD SETBACK; TO RETAIN TWO EXISTING SHEDS, PORT�ON OF TRELLIS AND BARBEQUE IN THE REAR YARD Minutes Pianning Commission ReguIar Meeting 03-15-16 _ � � .. �....�..___ �� N SETBACK; TO EXCEED THE MAXIMUM PERMITTED DISTURBANCE AND TOTAL COVERAGE OF THE LOT AND T4 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}, (THOMAS). THE PROJECT HAS BEEN DETERMINED TO BE EXEMPT FROM THE CALIF4RNIA ENVIROMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA). Chairman Chelf introduced the item and asked for staf�s comments. Planning Director Schwartz reviewed the applicant's request and stated that at its last meeting, the Planning Commission directed staff to prepare a Resolution granting approval of the applicant's request. She stated that staff was further asked to check with the Rolling Hills Community Association with regard to the sheds located in the side yard setback and easement and it was found that the RHCA did approve the location of the sheds subject to a condition that they be removed from the easement when ttie current property owner se11s the property. She further stated that the Resolution is presented for consideration with the standard conditions including conditions that the pool be fenced and the pool equipment area be screened. Chairman Chelf called for public comrnent. Tavisha Nicholson, Bolton Engineering addressed the Planning Commission on behalf of the applicant offering ta answer any questions. Vice Chairman Gray expressed his appreciation to the applicant for modify'sng the request based on the concerns raised by the Planning Commission but expressed further concern regarding the location of the sheds stating that he does not believe that there are extenuating circumstances that justify granting a Variance. He expressed further concern generally regarding the number of Variances being granted. He stated that he will likely support the Resolution even though he has reservations. Chairman Chelf suggested making it a condition of approval that the sheds be remo�ed upon sale af the properry. Chairman Chelf commented that the sheds could be moved elsewhere on the property to a location that would not require a Variance but they would be more visible. He stated that he feels the current location is the least offensive place to locate#hem. Commissioner Cardenas commented that the sheds are only a part of this project because they are existing non-compliant but he believes it is more a Rolling Hills Community Association issue. Following further discussion concerning the sheds, Commissioner Cardenas moved that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 2016-06 grant�ing approval of the applicant's request in Zoning Case No. 893 at 6b Eastfield Drive as amended to include language that the sheds be removed upon sale of the property. Chairman Chelf seconded the motion, which carried without abjection. {Commissioners Kirkpatrick and Smith absent) RESOLUTION NO. 2016-05. A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS GRANTING APPROVAL FOR A SITE PLAN REVIEW FOR GRADING AND CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW RESIDENCE WITH TWO GARAGES, COVERED PORCHES, A SWIMMING POOL/SPA, KOI P�ND, KOT POND GAZEBO, VARI�US HEIGHTS BUT NOT TO EXCEED 5' HIGH RETAINING WALLS AND OTI�R MISCELLANEOUS ACCESSORY STRUCTURES; AND VARIANCE TO ENCROACI� WITH A PORTION OF THE 1VEW RESIDENCE AND COVERED PORCHES INTO THE SIDE YARD SETBACK IN ZONING CASE NO. 894 AT 77 CREST ROAD EAST, (LOT 69- Al-MS}, (JANKOVICH). THE PROJECT HAS BEEN DETERMINED TO BE EXEMPT FROM THE CALIF�RNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT(CEQA}. Chairman Che1f introduced the item and asked for staff s comments. Planning Directar Schwartz re�iewed the applicant's request and stated that at its last meeting, the Planning Commission directed staff to prepare a Resolution granting appro�al of the applican�'s request. She stated that at its last meeting having visifed the site and at the request of a neighboring property, the Planning Commission asked that the pool equipment be moved. She noted that the applicant's representative has presented a revised plan to show the pool equipment in an alternate location. She further stated that the Resolution is presented for consideration with the standard conditions also including conditions that the poal be fenced and the pool equipment area be screened. Minutes Planning Commission Regular Meeting 03-15-1� ' 2 � � - ,- _.... -__"_.____'..�._�_... .. A Chairman Chelf called for public coinment. Tavisha Nicholson, Bolton Engineering addressed the Planning Commission to f�rther explain the appficant's request and offering to answer any 5�.uestions. Cominissioner Cardenas comanented that he is supporti�e of the project recognizing that the applicant has addressed tl�e issue regarding the location o:F the pool equipment. Vice Chairman Gray concurred. Vice Chairman Gray moved that the PIanning Commission adopt Resolution No. 2016-OS �ting appraval of the appIicant's request in Zoning Case No. 897 at 77 Crest Road East. Commissioner Caxdenas seconded the motion, which carried w•ithout objection. (Commissioners Kirkpatrick and Smith absent) RESQLUTION NO. 2016-07. A RESOLUTION QF T'HE PLANIVING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS AVTHORIZING A LOT LINE ADJUSTNiENT OF TWO LOTS AT 11 SADDLEBACK ROA�D (APN: 7569-004-022) AND THE VACANT LOT S4UTH TI�RE4F (APN: 7569-004-023} TO CREATE ONE LOT IN ZONING CASE NO. 896-A, LOT LINE AD7USTMENT NO. 2015-02, {WARREN). Chairman Chelf introduced the item and asked :�or staff's comments. Planning Director Schwartz stated that this item and the next item are both related to the project at I 1 Saddleback Road where the Planning Commission previously directed staff to prep,�re a Resolution granting approval of the applicant's request. She stated t1�at the second part of th� application for a Site Plan Re�+iew, Conditional Use Permi� and Variances is shown next an the agenda as a Public Hearing because the applicant has made xevisions to the project. She stated that the first Resolution approving the Lot Line Adjustment merging the two lots is presented with the standard condi�.ions. In response to Chairman Chelf, Planning Direc�tor Schwartz canfirmed t1�at the applicant would prefer thaf both items be considered simultaneously. Chairman Che1f thEn introduced the next item and asked for staffls comments. PUBLIC HEARINGS ON ITEMS CONTINUEU FROM PREVIOUS MEETING ZONING CASE NO. 896. Request for a Conditional Use Permit to canstruct a 13,860 square foot dressage arena, 2,415 square foot s�table with a 625 squaxe foot loft and 1,685 square foot corrai; Site Plan Review for a 4,745 square foot residence, b59 square foot garage and ancillary StTliChlreS, girading of 23,700 cubic ya�rds cut and fill total, various waZls, and swimming pool; and Variances to locate portions of�e equestrian facili�ies in the front yard area of the lot and to exceed the maximum permitted �ot distu�bance at Z1 S�ddleback Road (Lots 48-RH 1 and 48- RH-2), (Warren). The project has been detexmined to be exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act, (CEQA} pursuant ta Section 15303 {New construction of single �amily residence and accessory structures}, and Sectaon 15061(b}{3) (Cornmon Sense Exemptian) of the CEQA Guidelines. AND CONSIDERATIQN OF A RESOLUTYON OF APPROVAL RESOLUTION NQ. 201b-0$. A RESULUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF RQLLING HILLS GRI�NTIlVG APPR�VAL FOR A CONDITIONAL LTSE PERMIT, SITE PLAN REVIEW AND V.ARIANCES FOR GRADING AND CONSTRUCTION OF A DRESSAGE ARENA, STABLE u.�ITH A LOFT AND CORRAL; A NEW RESIDENCE AND GARAGE, VARIOUS RETAINIlrTG WALLS, SWIMMING POOL AND RELATED PATIOS AND DECKS; TO LOCATE THE EQLTESTRIAN FACILITIES IN THE FRONT - YARD AREA OF TI� LQT AND T'Q EXCEED THE MAXIMUM PERMITTED LQT DISTURBANCE IN ZONING CASE NO. 896 AT 11 SADDLEBACK ROAD,{WARREN). Planning Director Schwarkz reviewed the applicaa�t's revised request stating that since the changes were mostly minor in nature, stafF prepared a Resol�ution based on the Planning Commission's pre�ious direction, granting appraval of the revised request for the PIanning Commission's consideration. She reviewed the lot conf guration af the combined lots as weli as the pmposed new residence and garage including covered parches, a swimming pool an.d a stable. She s�ated that nothing has changed wittr regard to those structures but what has changed is the location and grading related to the proposed Minutes P�anning Commission Regular Meeting 03-15-16 .3 _ ----�:... ..- :_ _�..�.�...:.. . .,.,,,. � dressage arena. She nated that the dressage arena has been mo�ed out of the setback and is proposed at 13,860 sq. ft. with dimensions 70 ft. by 198 ft. She stated that by moving the dressage arena back, aut of the setback walls and a swale will be required. She further reviewed the disturbance, which is currently proposed at 83% noting that the majority af the disturbance is in the area af the arena. She noted that the grading also increased to 23,700 cu. yds. - 10,620 cu. yds. of cut and 10,620 cu. yds. of fill with the remainder of the grading being for over excavation and recompaction. Commissaoner Kirkpatrick arrived and took his pdace at the dais: Planning Director Schwartz furthe�' reviewed the location of the access pathway from the stable to the arena noting that it has been maved further away from the pool area. She noted that the applicant also praposes to remove the concrete from the area around the stable and to create an access path off the existing driveway for vehicular and pedestrian acccss to the arena, which will be constructed of dirt or decomposed granite. Chairman Chelf called for public comment. Tavisha. Nicholson, Bolton Engineering addressed the Planning Commissian to further explain the re�+isions that have been made including the proposed arena and the need for the wall. Carole Hoffman, 3 Hillside Lane addressed the Planning Commission to suggest that the access pathway to the arena needs to be such that large vehicles can access the arena for mai�tenance purposes. Commissioner Kirkpatrick commented that he is supportive of the praject given that the concerns raised previo�xsly have been addressed. Vice Chairman Gray expressed concern regarding the disturbance required to construc# the arena. He reviewed the required finings stating that in his opinion, the project is not harmonious in scale and rnass with the site, the natural terrain and surrounding residences given the extensive disturbance and the walls required to support the arena. He further stated that he feels there is too much grading and it changes the nattxral terrain of the iot; and this particular 1ot cannot accommodate that s�ze of an arena given the walls necessary to retain it. Chairman Chelf commented that developing that area with a riding ring promotes equestrian use in the community and he is supportive of such uses. He commented that if the lot was left as a separate lot it cauld be developed with a house and other structures that wauld have mare of an impact than the proposed arena. Commissioner Cardenas commented that he is also concerned abaut the additional grading but he is supportive of the changes that were made to move the access path away from the poal area and to mo�e the arena further away from the house and accepts that the additional grading is necessary for those changes given that there are no structures being proposed on that portion of the lot. Further discussion ensued concerning the proposed dressage arena. Vice Chairman Gray comm.ented that with 88% disturbance and the amount af dirt being moved and the changing of t1�e terrain doesn't justify the findings. Following further discussion, Commissioner Cardenas rnoved that Vhe PlaYning Commission adopt Resolutian No. 2016-08 granring approval of the applicant's request in Zaning Case No. 896 at 1l Saddleback Road. Commissioner Kirkpatrick seconded the motion, which carried with Vice Chairman Gray opposed. Commissioner Cardenas moved that the Planning Cornmission adopt Resolution No. 2016-07 granting approval of the applicant's request for a Lot Line Adjustment in Zoning Case No. 896-A at 11 Saddleback Road. Commissioner Kixkpatrick seconded the motion,which carried without objection. I Minutes Planning Commission Regular Meeting 03-15-16 -4 " __ _ ,� ZONING CASE NO. 895. THE APPLICANT REQUESTED CONTINUANCE �F THIS CASE TO THE APRIL 19, 2016 PLANNING CONIlVIISSION FIELD TRIP MEETING. Request for a Site Plan Review to construct a new residence and Variances in Zonir�g Case No. 895, at 10 Bawie Road, (Lat 4-CRA),Rol�ing Hills, CA(Pang rui Yiu}. At the request of the applicant, consideration oFthis item was continued to an adjourned regular rneeting of the Planning Commission scheduled to be held on Tuesday, April 19, 2016 beginning at approxirnately 8:00 a.m. for the purpose of conducting a site visit to 10 Bowie Road. ZONTNG CASE NO. 89$. Request for a Site Plan Review to construct an 1,743 square foot additian, and Variances to encroach with 85 square feet of the addition 10 feet into the front yard setback, to reta.in a shed in side setback, and to exceed the m�imum pern�itted disturbed area of the lot at 46 E�stfield, (Lot 97-EF), Rolling Hills, CA (Mi11er). The project is exe�mpt from the California Env�ronmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15301, Class 1 exemption Guidelines. Chairman Chelf introduced the ite�n and asked far staffls comrnents. Planning Director Schwartz re�iewed tl�e applicant's request in Zoning Case No. 898 at 46 Eastfield D�ive stating that a photograph has been placed on fhe dais as further explanation regarding the addition. She further reviewed the changes that have been made to the project based on the concerns raised by the Planning Commission regarding the roofline at the last meeting noting that the ridgeline is now proposed only 1 ft. higher than the existing residence. She further sYated that the applicant has also abandoned the request£ox the above grade deck resulting in the project having very little grading now. She stated that the cuxrent calculations show the house proposed at 3,986 sq. ft. but the applicant has indicated that they would like the house to be 4,000 sq. ft. so�hey will be adding the additional squaxe footage to accamplish that objective. She further reviewed the other structures on the lot and the set-aside area far the a future stable and co�ral noting that the flat roof on the guest house will need ta be cha.nged to a pitched roof in order to be compliant. She further reviewed the coverages and grading. She noted that that applicant also proposes _�, to retain ar�existing shed located partially in the setback. Chairman Chelf called for public comment. Anthony Inferrera, Architect addressed �he Planning Commission on behalf of the applicant to further explain the applicant's request and the changes that were made. Robert Miller, 46 Eastfield Drive (applicant} addressed the Planning Cornmission to further explain the history of their property and the reasons for their proposed changes. Hearing no further public coraiment, Chairtnaza Chelf asked for commenfs from the Planning Commission. Brief discussion ensu�d concerning the pitch of roof on the pool house and the ridgeline of the roof on the house. Commissioner Cardenas co�nmented that from his standpoint, the issues expressed previously regarding the addition and the ridgeline of the house have been addressed. Vice Chairman Gray expressed appreciation ta the applicant for making the changes and stated that the massing of the addition is better than previously proposed. Commissioner Kirkpatrick concurred. Following brief discussion, Commissioner Cardenas maved�hat the Planning Commission d�rect staff to prepare a Resolurion granting approval of the applicant's request in Zoning Case No. 898 at 4fi Eastfield — Drive with the standard findings of fact and conditions of approval. Commissioner Kirkpatrick seconded the motion, which carrxed withaut objectian. ZONING CASE NO. S97-REVISED. Request f�r a Site Plam Review, Conditianal Use Permit and Variances for grading for a new building pad, for walls over 3 feet in height, a paol, tre�lis, canstruction of an 800 square foot recreation room and ta locate the pool, trellis and recreat�on room in the front yard area of the lot and to exceed the maxirnum permitted disturbance on the lot. Also proposed is an 800 square foot addition to the residence and wideni�g of the driveway a� Minutes Planning Commission Regu�a�r Meeting 03-15-16 -5 - _ . ..,�,� 2 Hillside Lane, (Lot 6U-RH), Rolling Hills, CA. (Elkin). The project has been determined to be exernpt fro�the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA) Guidelines, Section 15303. Chairman Chelf introduced the item and asked for staffls comments. Planr�ix�g Director Schwartz briefly reviewed the applicant's res�uest and stated that at the field trip earlier in the day, tiie applicant's representative indicated that revised plans will be submitted to address the applicant's concerns regarding the proj ect. Recognizing that the applicants and their representative were present and wishing to address the Planning Commission, Chairman Chelf called for public comments. Tavisha Nicholson addressed the Planning Cornmission to fiirther explain the modifications that were discussed at the fie�d trip to address the �nassing location. She asked for input from the Planning Cornmission with regard to the location af the recreation room and pool—specifically if the locanon as praposed in the front yard is acceptable. Carole Hoffinan, 3 Hillside Lane addressed the Planning Commission stating that she submitted a letter expressing her concerns regarding the pro�ect. In response to Commissianer Cardenas regarding the irnpact of moving or shifting the pool house on the disturbance, Ms.Nicholsan stated that there may be some additional disturbance to retain the 3:1 slopes. Commissioner Cardenas cammented that he is not opposed ta the location of the paol and cabana but he would like to see the grading and disturbance kept to a minimum. He noted that he would be willing to consider additional disturbance to move the cabana out of sight from the neighbor's perspecti�e. He further commented that the stable access issue does need to be addressed but he sees options available ta address that issue. Vice Chaiiman Gray and Commissioner Kirkpatrick concurred. Chauman Chelf commented that he is s�xpportive of maving the structure out of the �iew and suggested mo�ing it down a step or two. Following brief discussion, consideration of this item was continued to the next regular meeting af the Planning Commission scheduled to be held an Tuesday, April 19, 2016 bEgirining at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber at Rolling Hills City Hall,2 Portuguese Bend Road,Roliing Hills, California. NEW PUBL�C HEARINGS None. SCHEDULE OF FIELD TRIPS The Planning Commissian scheduled a field trip to the following praperties to be canducted on Tuesday, April 19, 2016 beginning at 7:30 a.m. 71 Crest Road E. {new case proposing a trellis iz�#he setback) 10 Bowie Road ITEMS FROM THE PLANNING CONIMISSI�N Vice Chairman Gray nated for the record that he will be unable to attend the April Planning Cornmission meeting. ITEMS FROM STAFF Planning Directar Schwarz reported that the City Council, at its las# meeting, adopted an amended version of the Administrati�e Regulations Interpreting Measure B and reviewed the adopted pro�isions. She further reported that the City Council received an� filed the Planning Carnrnission Resolutions approving the projects at 17 Middleridge Lane North and 3 Eastfield Drive. Minutes Planning Commission Regutar Meeting 03-15-1b -�- � 9 ADJOURNMENT Hearing no fiarther business be#'ore the Commission, Chairman Chelf adjourned the meeting at 7:56 p.m. to an adjaurned regular meeting of the Planning Commission scheduled to be held on Tuesday, April 19, 20I6 beginning at 7:30 a.m. for the purpose of conducting field trips to 71 Crest Road East and 10 Bawie Road. The next regular meeting of the P�anning Commission is scheduled to be held on Tuesday, April 19, 2016 beginning 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 Approved, Brad C 1 Cha' an Minutes �'lar�ning Commission Regular Meeting 03-15-16 . � _