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Home My WebLink AboutPC Resolution 02-4310 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 P.C. RESOLUTION 02-43 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 #26791 FOR THE ADDITION OF A SECOND UNIT TO CREATE A TWO - UNIT CONDOMINIUM PROJECT AT 1111 MANHATTAN AVENUE AND 1110 PALM DRIVE, LEGALLY DESCRIBED AS LOT 18, BLOCK 35, 1sT ADDITION TO HERMOSA BEACH TRACT The Planning Commission of the City of Hermosa Beach does hereby resolve and order as follows: Section '1'.. An application was filed by James & Kaye Caldwell, owners in escrow of real property located at 1111 Manhattan Avenue and 1110 Palm Drive, seeking approval of a Conditional Use Permit, Precise Development Plan, and Vesting Tentative Parcel Map #26791 for the addition of a second unit to create a two -unit condominium project. Section 2. The Planning Commission conducted a duly noticed public hearing to consider the subject application on October 15, 2002, 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 maintain the existing front dwelling and demolish the existing rear dwelling on the property, to develop a two -unit residential condominium project. 2. The subject property proposed for condominium development contains 3,993 square feet, is designated High Density Residential on the General Plan Map, and designated R-3 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, Vesting Tentative Parcel Map: 1. The map is consistent with applicable general and specific plans; 2. The site is zoned R-3 and is physically suitable for the type and density of proposed development; 3. The subdivision or type of improvements are not likely to cause serious public health problems; 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 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; 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 Commission at their meeting of October 15, 2002, and revised in accordance with the conditions below. a) Maximum driveway slope shall be 12.5%. b) All stairs within the required side yards shall comply with Section 17.46.110 of the Hermosa Beach lone Code, and shall be correctly shown on plans. c) Lot coverage shall not exceed the 65% maximum allowable. d) More architectural treatments and articulation shall be added to the building elevations to the satisfaction of the Community Development Director. 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(t) & (H) shall be shown on structural plans and reviewed, at the time of building Division plan check. 1 2 3 4 s 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 is 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 2s 26 27 28 29 3. There shall be compliance with all requirements of the Public Works Department and Fire Department. 4. Two copies of a final landscaping plan indicating size, type, and quantity of plant materials to be planted and/or showing existing landscaping to be maintained shall be submitted to the Community Development Department, Planning Division for review and approval prior to the issuance of Building Permits. a) Landscaping shall be provided in all available yard areas. At least two trees a minimum 36" box, size shall be provided. b) 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. Any modification shall require approval by the Community Development Director. 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. Conduit shall be installed in each unit for cable television. 8. 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. 9. Roll -up Automatic garage doors shall be installed on all garage door openings. 10. 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 11. 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. 12. 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 3 10 11 12 13 14 is 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 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. 13. 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 1"ullap 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. 14. 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, Kersenboom, Perrotti, Pizer, Tucker NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: None CERTIFICATION I hereby certify the foregoing Resolution P.C. 02-43 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 October 15, 2002. X-It f_�_1111nl Ron Pizer, Chairs 11 ) / / lfld-,- Date Conrllll