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P.C. RESOLUTION 06-17
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT, PRECISE DEVELOPMENT
PLAN, AND VESTING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP #65466 FOR A
SIX -UNIT CONDOMINIUM PROJECT AT 1906 & 1918 PACIFIC
COAST HIGHWAY, LEGALLY DESCRIBED AS
SOUTHWESTERLY 10' OF LOT 61 AND ALL OF LOTS 62, 63,
AND 64, TRACT NO.2548 AND LOT 1, TRACT NO.8476.
The Planning Commission of the City of Hermosa Beach does hereby resolve and order as follows:
Section 1. An application was filed by Gloria Commiso, Iain McCall and Kathy Valiquette,
owners of real property located at 1906 and 1918 Pacific Coast Highway, seeking approval of a
Conditional Use Permit, Precise Development Plan, and Vesting Tentative Tract Map #65466 for a six -
unit condominium project,
Section 2. The Planning Commission conducted a duly noticed public hearing to consider the
subject application on April 18, 2006, at which testimony and evidence, both written and oral, was
presented to and considered by the Planning Commission.
Section 3. Based on evidence received at the public hearing, the Planning Commission makes the
following factual findings:
1. The applicant is proposing to demolish the existing two single-family dwellings on the
property, and develop a six -unit residential condominium project.
2. The subject property proposed for condominium development contains 10,561 square feet, is
designated Medium Density Residential on the General Plan Map, and designated R-2 Two Family
Residential on the Zoning Map.
Section 4. Based on the foregoing factual findings, the Planning Commission makes the
following findings pertaining to the application for a Precise Development Plan, Conditional Use Permit,
Vesting Tentative Tract Map:
1. The map is consistent with applicable general and specific plans;
2. The site is zoned R-2 and is physically suitable for the type and density of proposed development;
3. The subdivision or types of improvements are not likely to cause serious public health problems;
4. 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;
5. Design of the proposed subdivision is compatible and consistent with applicable elements of the
City's General Plan, and is compatible with the immediate environment;
6. The project, as conditioned, will conform to all zoning and condominium laws and .criteria and
will be compatible with neighboring residential properties;
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7. The Planning Commission concurs with the Staff Environmental Review Committee's
recommendation, based on their environmental assessment/initial study, that this project will result in a
less than significant impact on the environment, and therefore qualifies for a Negative Declaration.
Section 5. Based on the foregoing, the Planning Commission hereby approves the subject
Conditional Use Permit, Precise Development Plan, and Vesting Tentative Tract Map subject to the
following Conditions of Approval:
1. The development and continued use of the property shall be in conformance with submitted
plans, including landscape plans, received and reviewed by the Planning Commission at
their meeting of April 18, 2006, revised in accordance with the conditions below.
a) The applicant shall work with staff to provide common open space area that is
functional and accessible for the common use of all owners and the common open
space area shall be in addition to required rear yard area.
b) The project shall provide a seven feet and six inches front yard setback.
c) Guest parking spaces shall have a minimum dimension of eight feet and six inches
wide and eighteen feet long.
2. The project shall meet all requirements of the Condominium Ordinance.
a) Each unit shall have the minimum 200 cubic feet of storage space and plans shall clearly
denote storage space and the Iocation of the FAU and vacuum canister, if provided.
b) Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions in compliance with the Condominium
Ordinance shall be submitted to the Community Development Department for review
and approval prior to the issuance of building permits.
c) Proof of recordation of approved CC & R's shall be submitted to the Community
Development Director six (6) months after recordation of the Final Map.
d) Requirements of Section 17.22.060(G) & (H) shall be shown on structural plans and
reviewed at the time of Building Division plan check.
3. Tree trimming maintenance shall be performed on all trees planted on site to ensure tree
plantings will not exceed the height of the buildings.
4. There shall be compliance with all requirements of the Public Works Department and Fire
Department.
S. Two copies of a final landscaping plan indicating size, type, and quantity of plant materials to
be planted shall be submitted to the Community Development Department, Planning Division
for review and approval prior to the issuance of Building Permits, consistent with landscape
plans submitted to the Planning Commission, which shall also include the following:
a) An automatic landscape sprinkler system shall be provided, and shall be shown on
plans. (building permits are required)
6. Architectural treatment shall be as shown on building elevations and site and floor plans.
a) Precise building height compliance shall be reviewed at the time of plan check, to the
. satisfaction of the Community Development Director.
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b) A minimum of six 36-inch bog size box trees shall be provided.
7. Any satellite dish antennas and/or similar equipment shall comply with the requirements of
Section 17.46.240 of the Zoning Ordinance.
8. The Conditional Use Permit and Precise Development Plan shall only be in effect after the
lots comprising the project site are merged in accordance with Section 16.20.110 of the
Subdivision Ordinance.
9. The address of each condominium unit shall be conspicuously displayed on the street side of
the buildings with externally or internally lit numbers and the method for illumination shall
be shown on plans. Addressing numbering and display subject to approval by the
Community Development Department.
10. Roll -up Automatic garage doors shall be installed on all garage door openings.
11. Two copies of final construction plans, including site, elevation and floor plans, which are
consistent with the conditions of approval of this conditional use permit, shall be reviewed
and approved by the Planning Division for consistency with Planning Commission approved
plans prior to the submittal to the Building Division for Plan Check.
a) If the drainage of surface waters onto the property requires a sump pump to discharge
said waters onto the street, the property owner(s) shall record an agreement to assume
the risk associated with use and operation of said sump pump; release the City from any
liability; and indemnify the City regarding receipt of surface waters onto the property
12. Prior to the submittal of structural plans to the Building Division for Plan Check an
Acceptance of Conditions affidavit shall be filed with the Planning Division of the
Community Development Department stating that the applicant/property owner is aware
of, and agrees to accept, all of the conditions of this grant.
13. Prior to approval of the Final Map, and prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy,
outstanding assessments must either be paid in full or apportioned to any newly created
parcels. Notice of same shall be provided to the Community Development Director.
Assessment payoff amounts may be obtained by calling the City's Assessment
Administrator at (800) 755-6864. Applications for apportionment may be obtained in the
Public Works Department.
14. The Conditional Use Permit and Precise Development Plan shall be null and void eighteen
months from the date of approval unless building permits have been obtained, and approval
of the Vesting Tentative Tract Map shall become null and void twenty-four months from
the date of approval unless the map is finaled and the project implemented. The applicant
may apply in writing for an extension of time to the Planning Commission prior to the dates
of expiration.
15. Prior to issuance of a building permit, abutting property owners and residents within 100
feet shall be notified of the anticipated date for commencement of construction.
a) The form of the notification shall be provided by the Planning Division of the
Community Development Department.
b) Building permits will not be issued until the applicant provides an affidavit certifying
mailing of the notice.
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Section 6. Pursuant to the Code of Civil Procedure Section 1094.6, any legal challenge to the
decision of the Planning Commission, after a fornnal appeal to the City Council, must be made within 90
days after the final decision by the City Council.
VOTE: AYES: Allen, Hoffman, Perrotti, Pizer
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Kersenboom
CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify the foregoing Resolution P.C. 06-17 is a true and complete record of the action taken by
the Planning Commission of the City of Hermosa Beach, California, at their regular meeting of April 18,
i Peter Hq0alb, Chairman
April 18, 2006
Date
Conr1906 (06-6)
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