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Home My WebLink AboutPC Resolution 03-6410 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 2s 29 P.C. RESOLUTION 03-64 .A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT, PRECISE DEVELOPMENT PLAN, AND VESTING TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP #27099 FOR A TWO -UNIT CONDOMINIUM PROJECT, AT 1.016 & 1018 17Tx STREET, LEGALLY DESCRIBED AS LOT 14, J.M. FLOORES SUBDIVISION The Planning Commission of the City of Hermosa Beach does hereby resolve and order as follows: Section 1. An application was filed by the Valley Dunes, Inc., owner of real property located at 1016 & 1018 17th Street, seeking approval of a Conditional Use Permit, Precise Development Plan, and Vesting Tentative Parcel Map #27099 for a two -unit condominium proj ect. Section 2. The Planning Commission conducted a duly noticed public hearing to consider the subject application on November 18, 2003, 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 duplex on the property, and develop a two -unit residential condominium project. 2. The subject property proposed for condominium development contains 5,587 square feet, is designated Medium Density Residential on the General Plan Map, and designated R-2B Limited Multiple 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, and Vesting Tentative Parcel Map: 1. The map is consistent with applicable general and specific plans; 2. The site is zoned R-2B 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; 1 2 3 4 s 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 is 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 6. The project, as conditioned, will conform to all zoning and condominium laws and criteria and will be compatible with neighboring residential properties; 7. The project is Categorically Exempt from the requirement for an environmental assessment, pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines, Sections 15303(b) and 15315 with the finding that the project is in an area with available services. Section 5., Based on the foregoing, the Planning Commission hereby approves the subject Conditional Use Permit, Precise Development Plan, and Vesting Tentative Parcel 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 November 18, 2003, revised in accordance with the conditions below. a) Each unit shall have a minimum of 300 square feet of usable open space pursuant to Section 17.14.080 of the Hermosa Beach Zoning Ordinance. b) The roof plan shall be revised to show the proper locations and height information of the maximum height critical points on the roof. c) Maximum driveway slope shall be 12.5%. Finish grade elevations at the garage entrances and along the driveway edges shall be consistently shown on revised. plans to determine compliance. d) The rear balcony on the rear unit shall be reduced by 2 feet to have a 5-foot rear setback. e) The porch eave on the rear unit shall be reduced by 6 inches to have the rear entry patio comply with open space coverage requirements. 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 location 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. There shall be compliance with all requirements of the Public Works Department and Fire Department. Public Works Department requirements may include new N 1 2 3 4 s 6 7 e 9 10 11 12 13 14 is 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 2s 26 27 28 29 street pavement to centerline of street, curb, gutter and sidewalk along property frontage, undergrounding of overhead utilities, and new sewer lateral. 4. 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) The landscaping plan shall be revised to show accurate placement of plant materials provided in available yard areas as required by the Planning Commission. At least two trees a minimum 36" box size shall be provided. b) ;Landscaping shall be planted along the southerly property line for screening purposes for the neighbor to the satisfaction of the Community Development Director. c) An automatic landscape sprinkler system shall be provided, and shall be shown on plans. (building permits are required) 5. Architectural treatment shall be as shown on building elevations and site and floor plans. a) Precise building height shall be reviewed at the time of plan check, to the satisfaction of the Community Development Director. 6. Any satellite dish antennas and/or similar equipment shall comply with the requirements of Section 17.46.240 of the Zoning Ordinance. 7. 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. 8. Roll -up Automatic garage doors shall be installed on all garage door openings. 9. 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 10. 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. 3 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 2s 26 27 28 29 11. 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. 12. 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 Parcel 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. 13. 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. Section 6. 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: Hoffman, Perrotti, Pizer, Tucker NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Kersenboom CERTIFICATION I hereby certify the foregoing Resolution P.C. 03-64 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 November 18, 2003. Peter November 18 2003 Date Sol.. Blumenfeld Secretary CONR1016