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Home My WebLink AboutPC Resolution 00-381 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 P.C. RESOLUTION 00-38 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH, CALII+ORNNIA, APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE I'ERMMIT, PRECISE DEVELOPMENT PLAN, HEIGHT EXCEPTION AND VESTING TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP #25768 FOR A TWO (2) UNIT CONDOMINIUM PROJECT AT 1411 MANHATTAN AVENUE AND 1410 PALM DRIVE AND LEGALLY DESCRIBED AS LOT 27, TRACT 1124. The Planning Commission of the City of Hermosa Beach does hereby resolve and order as follows: Section 1. An application was filed by Richard Cates, owner of property located at 1411 Manhattan Ave and 1410 Palm Dr., seeking approval of a Conditional Use Permit, Precise Development Plan, Vesting Tentative Parcel Map #25768 and Height Exception for a Two (2) Unit Condominium project. Section 2. The Planning Commission conducted a duly noticed de novo public hearing to consider the subject application on June 20, 2000, 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 dwelling unit and develop the property with a two -unit residential condominium project. 2. The subject property proposed for condominium development contains 2,900 square feet, is designated High Density Residential on the General Plan Map, and zoned R-3 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-3 and is physically suitable for the type and density of proposed development; 3. The subdivision or type of improvements is 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; 1 1 2 3 4 s 6 7 a 9 10 11 12 13 14 is 16 17 is 19 20 21 22 23 24 2s 26 27 26 29 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. An extension above the height limit is necessary to take advantage of a scenic view over surrounding structures which are already constructed above thirty (30) feet in height. Said structures in excess of the thirty feet would otherwise significantly obstruct the proposed project's view potential; 8. The proposed development is located between, and adjacent to, two or more contiguous lots with buildings constructed in excess of the thirty foot height limit; 9. The structural extension above thirty (30) feet will not adversely impact the available views, and access to sunlight and air of adjacent and surrounding properties; 10. The Planning Commission has examined the style and pitch of the roof, mass and bulk of the proposed structure above the thirty (30) feet and determined the Height Exception should be granted; 11. The project is Categorically Exempt from the requirement for an environmental assessment, pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines, Sections 15303 Class3 (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, Height Exception and VestingTentative 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 received and reviewed by the Commission at their meeting of June 20, 2000, and with all the modifications noted in the Conditions of Approval. Any minor modification shall be reviewed and may be approved by the Community Development Director. 2. Decorative paving shall be provided in the driveway to the satisfaction of the Community Development Director. 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 2s 26 27 28 29 3. The project shall meet all requirements of the Condominium Ordinance. a) 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. b) 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. c) Requirements of Section 7.2-6(G) shall be shown on structural plans and reviewed at the time of Building Division plan check. 4. There shall be compliance with all requirements of the Public Works Department and Fire Department. 5. A revised landscaping plan shall be provided: a. An automatic landscape sprinkler system shall be provided, and shall be shown on plans. (Building permits are required) b. A minimum of two 36-inch box trees shall be provided. C. Landscape areas shall be increased to the satisfaction of the Community Development Director. 6. Architectural treatment shall be as shown on building elevations. 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. 7. Any satellite dish antennas and/or similar equipment shall comply with the requirements of Section 17.46.240 of the Zoning Ordinance. 8. Conduit shall be installed in each unit for cable television. 9. The address of each condominium unit shall be conspicuously displayed on the street side of the building with externally or internally lit numbers and the method for illumination shall be as shown on plans. All addresses shall be displayed at the main entry to the development. Addressing numbering and display shall be denoted on plans submitted for structural plan check and subject to approval by the Community Development Department. 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 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 2s 26 27 28 29 Planning Division for consistency with Planning Commission approved plans prior to the submittal to the Building Division for plan check. 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 Co111n1unity Development Department stating that the applicant/property owner is aware of, and agrees to accept, all of the conditions of this grant). 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 indenlni fy the City regarding receipt of surface waters onto the property. 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, Tile 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. 14. Prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy for the project and approval of the Final Map, the applicant shall demonstrate to the satisfaction of the Finance Director that any outstanding assessments have been paid in full or apportioned to any newly created parcels and shall provide notice of same to the Community Development Department. VOTE: AYES: Hoffman, Schwartz, Pizer NOES: Chairman Perrotti ABSTAIN: none ABSENT: Ketz CERTIFICATION I hereby certify the foregoing Resolution P.C. 00-38 is a true and complete record of the action taken by the Planning Commission of the City of Hermosa Bach, California, at their regular meeting of June 20, 2000 �..w_ S n1 errotti, Chairman Sol Blu�men(0101Secretary it Conr00-5