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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Resolution 14-28 - (18 19th Street)P.C. RESOLUTION 14-28 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A PRECISE DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR A DUPLEX CONTAINING 2,920 SQUARE FEET (UNIT 1) AND 1,544 SQUARE FEET (UNIT 2) WITH FIVE PARKING SPACES ACCESSED FROM 19 H COURT AT 18 19TH STREET, LEGALLY DESCRIBED AS LOT 8, BLOCK 19, HERMOSA BEACH TRACT, CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH. The Planning Commission of the City of Hermosa Beach does hereby resolve and order as follows: Section 1. An application was filed on September 11, 2014 by Steve Yeager, owner of real property located atath' Street, seeking approval of Precise Development Plan 14-23 to allow a duplex containing 2,920 square feet (unit 1) and 1,544 square feet (unit 2) with five parking spaces accessed from 19"' court. Section 2. The Planning Commission conducted a duly noticed public hearing to consider the subject application on October 21, 2014, at which time testimony and evidence, both written and oral, was presented to and considered by the Planning Commission. Section 3. The project is Categorically Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Sections 15303(b) because the project consists of infill development with complying 2-unit on the property zoned for residential uses, the project as conditioned will comply with the General Plan and zoning code, no variances are requested, and the project is within an area with available services. Section 4. Based on evidence received at the public hearing, the Planning Commission makes the following factual findings: 1. The applicant has filed an application for a precise development plan to demolish a duplex built in 1924 and to develop a duplex with five parking spaces, which requires a precise development plan. 2. The subject property is a corner through lot, contains 3,923 square feet, is designated Medium Density Residential on the General Plan Map, and designated R-213 Limited Multiple -Family Residential on the Zoning Map. 3. The proposed 3-story duplex structure contains 2,920 square feet of habitable area and a two - car garage for Unit 1; Unit 2 provides 1,544 square feet of habitable area and two partially covered parking spaces. One guest parking space is available and accessible to both units. All parking spaces are accessed from 19'h Court. Section 5. Based on the foregoing factual findings, the Planning Commission makes the following findings for a Precise Development Plan pursuant to Section 17.58.030 of the Municipal Code: A. Distance from existing residential uses in relation to negative effects. The subject corner property and surrounding lots are zoned R-2B and are developed with mostly multiple -family and multi -story residential uses. The site abuts a three -unit structure to the east and a single-family residence is located to the immediate south across 19'h Court, a 20-foot alley. Properties located to the west, fronting The Strand, are developed with multi -story single-family and multiple - family uses. The existing two -unit structure is nonconforming to parking, yard setbacks, open space and lot coverage requirements. The proposed duplex complies with all zoning requirements, including adequate on -site parking, which reduced impacts to neighboring properties and parking. The height of the proposed structure conforms to the 30-foot height limit as measured from existing grade. All required yards are provided and the lot coverage of 63% conforms to the allowable maximum of 65%. The proposed private open space areas are provided with a combination of ground level patio fronting the walk street and deck areas on the second level. Thus, the proposed use is consistent with existing development type and densities and no adverse impacts are identified. B. The amount of existing or proposed off-street parking in relation to actual need The proposed duplex provides a total of five parking spaces as required by code, accessed via 19"' Court in the same manner as the existing development. A 2-car garage is provided for the front unit and two conforming, 18 feet in length, and tandem spaces to the east of the proposed garage are provided for the rear unit. The tandem parking spaces are also 10-feet wide in compliance with the limited 20-foot turning area provided. A shared guest parking space is proposed west of the proposed garage, adjacent to 19"' Court and Beach Drive. All on -site parking spaces are independently accessible to the each unit's occupants and guests. No on - street parking is affected. C. The combination of uses proposed, as they relate to compatibility. The project consists of a duplex and thus the proposed uses are compatible. D. Estimated generated traffic volume and the capacity and safety of streets serving the area. The number of units on the property will not change. With the complying parking spaces proposed on -site, staff believes the anticipated traffic increase from the proposed duplex will be similar to the existing development and will not adversely affect Beach Drive, 19"' Street or Hermosa Avenue. E. The proposed exterior signs, decor, and compatibility with existing establishments in the area. There are 19 properties fronting 19"' Street, excluding the subject lot; 11 are developed with multiple -family uses. The proposed duplex is designed in contemporary Craftsman style, complimentary to nearby residential uses, which also exhibit wood shingles exterior finishes, multi - pane windows and decorative wood details. Decorative and differing finish materials are provided on the west elevation and smooth plaster finish is provided for the mid portion on the east elevation as it is not readily visible to the public. The front portion of the proposed structure has the appearance of a two-story building as the roof deck is located 20-feet behind the front property line. F. Building and driveway orientation in relation to sensitive uses, e.g., residences and schools. The proposed front unit provides a classic Craftsman style entry porch with tapered columns fronting 19th Street and internal access to the unit is also available from the 2-car garage. The rear unit and its designated parking spaces are accessed from the northerly side yard. A conforming 4 feet, 2 inches easterly side yard setback and turning area are provided. Improvement and use of the 22-foot encroachment area fronting 19th Street is subject to Section 12.16.050, which requires approval of an encroachment permit by the Public Works Director. The applicant proposes to enhance the encroachment area with permeable paving, landscaping planters and water feature to provide a coherent transition into the front portion of the property. Parking will be accessed via 19th Court with a new permeable interlocking stone drive and will not impact or increase traffic traveling on Beach Drive, north of 19th Court. G. Noise, odor, dust and/or vibration that maybe generated by the proposed use. Noise will be consistent with other multiple -family residential uses in the vicinity. Hours of construction are limited per the Noise Ordinance. As indicated on submitted plans, trash and recycling bins are screened from public's view in compliance with Chapter 8.12 of Hermosa Beach Municipal Code. No impacts are identified. H. Impact of the proposed use to the city's infrastructure, and/or services. The proposed duplex will utilize existing infrastructure, although it can be expected that increased dwelling sizes will result in a minor increase in utilities. Undergrounding of all utilities will be required as part of the project. I. Adequacy of mitigation measures to minimize environmental impacts in quantitative terms. No environmental impacts are identified. J. Other considerations that, in the Commission's judgment, are necessary to assure compatibility with the surrounding uses, and the city as a whole. No other conditions are identified. Section 6. Based on the foregoing, the Planning Commission hereby approves the subject Precise Development Plan for a three-story duplex subject to the following Conditions of Approval: General: The development and continued use of the property shall be in conformance with submitted plans received and reviewed by the Planning Commission on October 21, 2014. The Community Development Director may approve minor modifications that do not otherwise conflict with the Municipal Code or requirements of this approval. 2. The project shall fully comply with all requirements of the Chapter 17.14, R-2B zone as applicable, including but not limited to: a) Height shall fully comply with the 30-foot height limit. Precise building height compliance shall be reviewed at the time of Plan Check, to the satisfaction of the Community Development Director. b) Design and construction shall comply with Sections 17.44.020 and 17.58.030 except as specifically stated in this Resolution. Conduit to accommodate roof mounted alternative energy equipment for solar energy and solar thermal shall also be supplied per Section 15.32.140 and shall be shown on plans. c) A concrete swale shall be constructed along Beach Drive to the satisfaction of the Public Works Director. 3. The project shall comply with all requirements of the Building Division, Public Works Department, and Fire Department, and all requirements of the Municipal Code. Building Plans: 4. Two copies of a Final Landscaping Plan, consistent with landscape plans approved by the Planning Commission, indicating size, type, quantity and characteristics of landscape materials shall be submitted to the Community Development Department, Planning Division for review and approval prior to the issuance of Building Permits. The Final Plan shall also include the following: a) The applicant shall provide a landscape plan to comply with Sections 8.56.070 and 8.60.070 to the satisfaction of the Community Development Director. b) An automatic landscape sprinkler system consistent with Section 8.60.070(B)(9) shall be provided, and shall be shown on plans (Building Permits are required). 5. Architectural treatments shall be as shown on building site, elevations and floor plans. Precise building height compliance shall be reviewed at the time of Plan Check, to the satisfaction of the Community Development Director. In addition: a) All parking dimensions shall comply with Chapter 17.44. Roll -up automatic garage doors shall be installed on all garage door openings and clearly indicated on floor plans. b) All exterior lighting shall be down cast, fully shielded and illumination shall be contained within the property boundaries. Lighting shall be energy conserving and motion detector lighting shall be used for all lighting except low-level (3 feet or less in height) security lighting and porch lights. Lamp bulbs and images shall not be visible from within any onsite or offsite residential unit. Exterior lighting shall not be deemed finally approved until thirty days after installation, during which period the building official may order the dimming or modification of any illumination found to be excessively brilliant or impacting to nearby properties. c) Trash and recycling facilities shall comply with Chapter 8.12. d) Any satellite dish antennas and/or similar equipment shall comply with Section 17.46.210. 6. The plans shall comply with Subsection A4.106.4 (water permeable surfaces) of Section 15.48.020: The applicant shall install "Grasscrete" or other permeable material in the driveway, guest parking spaces and other non -landscaped areas to the maximum extent feasible. Curb inlets to allow drainage to landscape shall be installed. If providing water permeable surfaces on at least 50% of exterior surface area is not feasible, the applicant shall infiltrate runoff onsite. In addition, runoff from the remainder of all impermeable surfaces on the project site, including roof runoff and downspouts from roofs, shall be directed onto permeable areas or into a subsurface infiltration system designed to infiltrate the volume of runoff produced by a 0.75 inch storm event. The applicant shall enter into a agreement s with the City and provide financial assurances (prior to final map approval) for the ongoing infiltration as required by the Code and Public Works Department. All other drainage shall be routed to an offsite facility or onsite permeable area approved by the City. 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 from the property. The recorded agreement must be file with the City prior to issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy. The plans and construction shall comply with all requirements of the Building Code in Title 15 and Green Building Standards in Chapter 15.48. 8. An approved civil engineering plan prepared by a licensed civil engineer, and approved by the Public Works Director, addressing grading, driveway encroachments, undergrounding of all utilities, sidewalk, curb, gutter improvements, onsite and offsite drainage (no sheet flow permitted), installation of utility laterals, and all other improvements necessary to comply with the Municipal Code and Public Works specifications, shall be filed with the Community Development Department prior to the issuance of Building Permits. 9. A plan for urban and stormwater runoff controls approved by Public Works Department shall be set forth on the construction plans in accordance with Chapter 8.44 and Section 8.44.090, and the applicant shall at all times comply with the required best management practices. 10. Two copies of final construction plans, including site, elevation and floor plans, which are consistent with the conditions of approval of this precise development plan, shall be reviewed and approved by the Planning Division for consistency with Planning Commission approved plans and this Resolution prior to the submittal to the Building Division for Plan Check. 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 of approval. 11. The applicant shall submit all required plans and reports to comply with the City's construction debris recycling program including manifests from both the recycler and County landfill; at least 65% of demolition debris associated with demolition of the existing improvements and new construction shall be recycled. 12. The addresses of both units 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. Address numbering and display shall comply with Chapter 15.40 and subject to approval by the Community Development Department. Construction• 13. Prior to issuance of a Building Permit, abutting property owners and residents within 100 feet of the project site 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. 14. Project construction shall protect private and public property in compliance with Sections 15.04.070 and 15.04.140. No work in the public right of way shall commence unless and until an Encroachment Permit has been approved by the Public Works Department. 15. Project construction shall conform to the Noise Control Ordinance requirements in Section 8.24.050. Allowed hours of construction shall be printed on the building plans and posted at construction site. Other: 16. Water conservation practices set forth in Section 8.56.070 shall be complied with. 17. An approved coastal development permit from the California Coastal Commission shall be filed with the City prior to issuance of demolition, shoring and construction permits. 18. Approval of this permit shall expire twenty-four (24) months from the date of approval by the Planning Commission, unless significant construction or improvements or the use authorized hereby has commenced. One or more extensions of time may be requested. No extension shall be considered unless requested, in writing to the Community Development Director including the reason therefore, at least 60 days prior to the expiration date. No additional notice of expiration will be provided. 19. The Planning Commission may review this Precise Development Plan and may amend the subject conditions or impose any new conditions if deemed necessary to mitigate detrimental effects on the neighborhood resulting from the subject use. Section 7. This grant shall not be effective for any purposes until the permittee and the owners of the property involved have filed at the office of the Planning Division of the Community Development Department their affidavits stating that they are aware of, and agree to accept, all of the conditions of this grant. The signed resolution approving the Precise Development Plan shall be recorded, and proof of recordation shall be submitted to the Community Development Department prior to the issuance of a building permit. Each of the above conditions is separately enforced, and if one of the conditions of approval is found to be invalid by a court of law, all the other conditions shall remain valid and enforceable. To the extent permitted by law, Permittee shall defend, indemnify and hold harmless the City of Hermosa Beach, its City Council, its officers, employees and agents (the "indemnified parties") from and against any claim, action, or proceeding brought by a third party against the indemnified parties and the applicant to attack, set aside, or void any permit or approval for this project authorized by the City, including (without limitation) reimbursing the City its actual attorneys fees and costs in defense of the litigation. The City may, in its sole discretion, elect to defend any such action with attorneys of its choice. The permittee shall reimburse the City for any court and attorney's fees which the City may be required to pay as a result of any claim or action brought against the City because of this grant. Although the permittee is the real party in interest in an action, the City may, at its sole discretion, participate at its own expense in the defense of the action, but such participation shall not relieve the permittee of any obligation under this condition. The subject property shall be developed, maintained and operated in full compliance with the conditions of this grant and any law, statute, ordinance or other regulation applicable to any development or activity on the subject property. Failure of the permittee to cease any development or activity not in full compliance shall be a violation of these conditions. Section 8. Pursuant to the Code of Civil Procedure Section 1094.6, any legal challenge to the decision of the Planning Commission, after a formal appeal to the City Council, must be made within 90 days after the final decision by the City Council. VOTE: AYES: Comms.Flaherty,Hoffman,Perrotti,Pizer,Chmn.Allen NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: None CERTIFICATION I hereby certify the foregoing Resolution P.C. 14-28 is a true and complete record of the action taken by tine Planning Commission of the City of Hermosa Beach, California, at its regular meeting of C)ct er 21, 2014.,. w t Kent llen, t. hairrnan 0 81 fiert,ecreti1.ry October 21, 2014 Date f:b95\cd\pc\2014\10-21-14\18 19"' street