HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC 2002-41PLANNING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. 2002-41
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
DIAMOND BAR APPROVING DEVELOPMENT REVIEW NO. 2002-28
AND CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION, A REQUEST TO CONSTRUCT A
FIRST AND SECOND ADDITTION OF APPROXIMATLY 1,206
SQUARE FEET TO A SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE LOCATED AT
1808 SOUTH FERN HOLLOW DRIVE, DIAMOND BAR, CA 91765
A. RECITALS
1. The property owners, Juan A. Vidal and Maria S. Vidal have filec an
application for Development Review No. 2002-28 and categorical exemption
for a property located at 1808 South Fern Hollow Dr., Diamond Bar, Los
Angeles County, California. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the su ject
Development Review and categorical exemption shall be referred to as the
"Application."
2. On November 1, 2002, notification of the public hearing for this project as
provided in the San Gabriel valley Tribune and Inland Valley Daily Bull tin
newspapers. On November 1, 2002, public hearing notices were mailed to
approximately 88 property owners within a 500 -foot radius of the projectsite.
On November 1, 2002, the project site was posted with a display boardand
the public notice was posted in three public places.
3. On November 12, 2002, the Planning Commission of the City of Diamond
Bar conducted and concluded a duly noticed public hearing on he
Application.
B. RESOLUTION
NOW, THEREFORE, it is found, determined and resolved by the Planning
Commission of the City of Diamond Bar as follows: I
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This Planning Commission hereby specifically finds that all of the facts
forth in the Recitals, Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct.
The Planning Commission hereby finds that the project identified above in
this Resolution is categorically exempt pursuant to Section 15301(e) oft ie
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and guidelines promulgat d
thereunder. Furthermore, the categorical exemption reflects the independE nt
judgment of the City of Diamond Bar.
3. The Planning Commission hereby specifically finds and determines that,
having considered the record as a whole including the findings set forth
below, and changes and alterations which have been incorporated into and
conditioned upon the proposed project set forth in the application, there is no
evidence before this Planning Commission that the project proposed herein
will have the potential of an adverse effect on wild life resources or the
habitat upon which the wildlife depends. Based upon substantial evidence,
this Planning Commission hereby rebuts the presumption of adverse effects
contained in Section 753.5 (d) of Title 14 of the California Code of
Regulations.
4. Based on the findings and conclusions set forth herein, this Planning
Commission hereby finds as follows:
(a) The project site is located at 1808 Fern Hollow Drive (Lot 200, Tract
No. 28579) within a residential community which is single family. It is
a rectangular shaped lot of approximately .21 gross acres sloping
downward toward the center of project site from the rear of the
property. It does not contain a "restricted use area" or easements.
(b) The project site has a General Plan land use designation of Low
Density Residential (RL) Maximum 3 DU/AC.
(c) The project site is within the Single Family Residence -Minimum Lot
Size 10,000 Square Feet (R-1-10,000) Zone interpreted as Low
Density Residential (RL) Zone.
(d) Generally, the following zone surround the project site: To the north,
south, east and west is the R-1-10,000 Zone.
(e) The Application request is to construct a first and second story
addition of approximately 1,206 square feet to an existing single
family residence of approximately 2,008 square feet.
Development Review
(f) The design and layout of the proposed addition is consistent with the
applicable elements of the City's General Plan, City Design
Guidelines, and development standards of the applicable district,
design guidelines, and architectural criteria for special areas
(e.g., theme areas, specific plans, community plans, boulevards or
planned developments).
The proposed addition complies with the General Plan objectives and
strategies and the City's Design Guidelines related to maintaining the
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integrity of residential neighborhoods and open space,
the proposed addition is compatible with the eclectic
style, colors and material of the existing structure.
(g) The design and layout of the proposed addition will not interfer with
the use and enjoyment of neighboring existing or future develop i
and will not create traffic or pedestrian hazards.
The project site is an existing single-family residence. The prop sed
addition is expanding the livable space of the residence alld is
consistent with the existing structure. In addition, the propos d lot
coverage will be 31 percent, the distance between structures is 21
and 37 feet, setbacks of the proposed addition follows setbac s of
existing structure and the new proposed height will be approxim tely
21 feet all of which meet code requirements. As such, the proposed
addition is not expected to interfere with the use and enjoyme t of
neighboring existing or future development. The proposed addition is
not expected to create traffic or pedestrian hazards due to the fact
that the use will remain a single-family residence.
(h) The architectural design of the proposed addition is compatible With
the character of the existing structure and the surrounding
neighborhood and will maintain the harmonious, orderly and attractive
development contemplated by Chapter 22.48.20. Developrrent
Review Standards, City Design Guidelines, the City's General Plaor
any applicable specific plan. ,
The proposed addition's architectural style, (as referred to in
application) color scheme and construction materials are consistent
and compatible to the existing structure. Therefore, the proposed
project is consistent with and will maintain and enhance he
harmonious, orderly and attractive development contemplated by
Chapter 22.48.20, the General Plan, and City Design Guidelines.
(i) The design of the proposed development will provide a desirable
environment for its occupants and visiting public as well as its
neighbors through good aesthetic use of materials, texture, and co or
that will remain aesthetically appealing and will retain a reasonably
adequate level of maintenance.
As referenced in the above findings the proposed addition willprovillf
a desirable environment for its occupants and visiting public as w I
as its neighbors through good aesthetic use of materials, texture alic
color that will remain aesthetically appealing.
(j) The proposed development will not be detrimental to public healt ,
safety or welfare or materially injurious (e.g., negative affect On
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property values or resale(s) of property) to the properties or
improvements in the vicinity.
Before the issuance of any City permits, the proposed project is
required to comply with all conditions within the approved resolution
and the Building and Safety Division, Public Works Division, and Fire
Department requirements. The referenced agencies through the
permit and inspection process will ensure that the proposed project is
not detrimental to the public health, safety or welfare or materially
injurious to the properties or improvements in the vicinity.
(k) The proposed project has been reviewed in compliance with the
provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA);
Pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental QualityAct
(CEQA), Section 15301(e), the City has determined that the project
identified above in this Resolution is categorically exempt.
Furthermore, the categorical exemption reflects the independent
judgment of the City of Diamond Bar.
5. Based on the findings and conclusions set forth above, the Planning
Commission hereby approves the Application subject to the following
conditions:
(a) The project shall substantially conform to site plan, floor plan,
elevations, sections, and will coincide with existing materials and
colors collectively labeled as Exhibit "A" dated November 12, 2002, as
submitted and approved by the Planning Commission, and as
amended herein.
(b) The site shall be maintained in a condition, which is free of debris
both during and after the construction, addition, or implementation of
the entitlement granted herein. The removal of all trash, debris, and
refuse, whether during or subsequent to construction shall be done
only by the property owner, applicant or by a duly permitted waste
contractor, who has been authorized by the City to provide collection,
transportation, and disposal of solid waste from residential,
commercial, construction, and industrial areas within the City. It shall
be the applicant's obligation to insure that the waste contractor utilized
has obtained permits from the City of Diamond Bar to provide such
services.
(c) The residential structure shall not exceed a height of 35 feet as
measured from the natural or finished grade adjacent to the exterior
walls.
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(d) The proposed residence shall comply with the State E ergy
Conservation Standards.
(e) Plans shall conform to State and Local Building Code (i.e.,
Uniform Building Code, Uniform Plumbing Code, Uniform Meci-
Code, and the 2001 National Electrical Code) requirements.
(f) Construction plans shall be engineered to meet wind loa�s of
80 M.P.H. and shall be designed for expansive of soil conditio s.
(g) The addition to the single-family residence shall not be utilized in a
manner that creates adverse effects (i.e., significant levels of dust,
glare/light, noise, odor, traffic, or other disturbances) upor the
neighborhood and environmental setting. Additionally, the si gle-
family residence shall not result in significantly adverse effects on
public services or resources. No portion of the residence shall be
rented, used for commercial/institutional purposes, or otheiwise
utilized as a separate dwelling. The property shall not be used for
regular gatherings that result in a nuisance or create traffic and
parking problems in the neighborhood.
(h) This grant is valid for two years and shall be exercised (i.e.,
construction started) within that period or this grant shall expire. A
one-year extension of time may be approved when submitted to the
City in writing at least 60 days prior to the expiration date. The
Planning Commission will consider the extension request at a duly
noticed public hearing in accordance with Chapter 22.72 of the C ty of
Diamond Bar Development Code.
(i) This grant shall not be effective for any purpose until the perm ttee
and owner of the property involved (if other than the permittee) have
filed, within fifteen (15) days of approval of this grant, at the Ci y of
Diamond Bar Community and Development Services Departrr ent,
their affidavit stating that they are aware of and agree to accept a I the
conditions of this grant. Further, this grant shall not be effective until
the permittee pays remaining City processing fees, school fees and
fees for the review of submitted reports.
The Planning Commission shall:
(a) Certify to the adoption of this Resolution; and
(b) Forthwith transmit a certified copy of this Resolution, by certified r ail,
to: Juan A. and Maria S. Vibal at 1808 Fern Hollow Drive Diam nd
Bar, CA 91765
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APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 12th DAY OF NOVEMBER 2002, BY
THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR.
BY:
Joe zicka, Chairman
I, James DeStefano, Planning Commission Secretary, do hereby certify that the foregoing
Resolution was duly introduced, passed, and adopted by the Planning Commission of the
City of Diamond Bar, at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission held on the 12th
day of November 2002, by the following vote:
AYES: Nolan, Tanaka, Nelson, V/C Tye, C/Ruzicka
NOES: none
ABSENT: none
ABSTAIN: none
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ATTEST:
J&6es DeSMano, Secretary
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PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2002-41
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF DIAMOND BAR APPROVING DEVELOPMENT REVIEW NO.
2002-28 AND CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION, A REQUEST TO
CONSTRUCT A FIRST AND SECOND ADDITTION OF
APPROXIMATLY 1,206 SQUARE FEET TO A SINGLE FAMILY
RESIDENCE LOCATED AT 1808 SOUTH FERN HOLLOW DRIVE,
A. RECITALS
The property owners, Juan A. Vidal and Maria S. Vidal have file an
application for Development Review No. 2002-28 and categorical exem
tion for a property located at 1808 South Fern Hollow Dr., Diamond Bar,
Los Angeles County, California. Hereinafter in this Resolution, the su ject
Development Review and categorical exemption shall be referred to as the
"Application."
2. On November 1 2002, notification of the public hearing for this project as
provided in the San Gabriel Valley Tribune and Inland Valley Daily Bull tin
newspapers. On November 1, 2002, public hearing notices were maile to
approximately 88 property owners within a 500 -foot radius of the project
site. On November 1, 2002, the project site was posted with a display
board and the public notice was posted in three public places.
3. On November 12, 2002, the Planning Commission of the City of Diam nd Bar
conducted and concluded a duly noticed public hearing on he Application.
B. RESOLUTION
NOW, THEREFORE, it is found, determined and resolved by the Plann
Commission of the City of Diamond Bar as follows:
This Planning Commission hereby specifically finds that all of the facts
forth in the Recitals, Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct.
2. The Planning Commission hereby finds that the project identified above in this
Resolution is categorically exempt pursuant to Section 15301(e) of tile
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and guidelines promulgat d
thereunder. Furthermore, the categorical exemption reflects the independent
judgment of the City of Diamond Bar.
3. The Planning Commission hereby specifically finds and determines that,
having considered the record as a whole including the findings set forth
below, and changes and alterations which have been incorporated into
and conditioned upon the proposed project set forth in the application,
there is no evidence before this Planning Commission that the project
proposed herein will have the potential of an adverse effect on wild life
resources or the habitat upon which the wildlife depends. Based upon
substantial evidence, this Planning Commission hereby rebuts the
presumption of adverse effects contained in Section 753.5 (d) of Title 14 of
the California Code of Regulations.
4. Based on the findings and conclusions set forth herein, this Planning Commission
hereby finds as follows:
(a) The project site is located at 1808 Fern Hollow Drive (Lot 200, Tract
No. 28579) within a residential community which is single family. It
is a rectangular shaped lot of approximately .21 gross acres sloping
downward toward the center of project site from the rear of the
property. It does not contain a "restricted use area" or easements.
(b) The project site has a General Plan land use designation of Low Density
Residential (RL) Maximum 3 DU/AC.
(c) The project site is within the Single Family Residence -Minimum Lot
Size 10,000 Square Feet (R-1-10,000) Zone interpreted as Low
Density Residential (RL) Zone.
(d) Generally, the following zone surround the project site: To the north, south,
east and west is the R-1-10,000 Zone.
(e) The Application request is to construct a first and second story addition
of approximately 1,206 square feet to an existing single family
residence of approximately 2,008 square feet.
Development Review
(f) The design and layout of the proposed addition is consistent with the
applicable elements of the City's General Plan, City Design
Guidelines, and development standards of the applicable district,
design guidelines, and architectural criteria for special areas (e.g.,
theme areas, specific plans, community plans, boulevards or
planned developments).
The proposed addition complies with the General Plan objectives and strategies
and the City's Design Guidelines related to maintaining the
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integrity of residential neighborhoods and open space.
the proposed addition is compatible with the eclectic
style, colors and material of the existing structure.
(g) The design and layout of the proposed addition will not i with
the use and enjoyment of neighboring existing or future
c and will not create traffic or pedestrian hazards.
The project site is an existing single-family residence. The proF
addition is expanding the livable space of the residence a, is
consistent with the existing structure. In addition, the propose lot
coverage will be 31 percent, the distance between structures 21
and 37 feet, setbacks of the proposed addition follows setbac of
existing structure and the new proposed height will be
approxim 21 feet all of which meet code requirements. As
such, the prop, addition is not expected to interfere with the use
and enjoyme neighboring existing or future development. The f
proposed additl not expected to create traffic or pedestrian
hazards due to the that the use will remain a single-family
(h) The architectural design of the proposed addition is compatible
the character of the existing structure and the surrour
neighborhood and will maintain the harmonious orderly and
attra development contemplated by Chapter 22.48.20.
Developr Review Standards, City Design Guidelines, the City's n
General Pla any applicable specific plan.
The proposed addition's architectural style, (as referred tc
application) color scheme and construction materials are consis in
and compatible to the existing structure. Therefore, the propo,
project is consistent with and will maintain and enhance
harmonious, orderly and attractive development contemplated
Chapter 22.48.20, the General Plan, and City Design Guidelines
(i) The design of the proposed development will provide a desirs
environment for its occupants and visiting public as well as
neighbors through good aesthetic use of materials, texture, and
ca that will remain aesthetically appealing and will retain a
reasonE adequate level of maintenance.
As referenced in the above findings the proposed addition will provi
E a desirable environment for its occupants and visiting public as w
i as its neighbors through good aesthetic use of materials, texture a
c color that will remain aesthetically appealing.
) The proposed development will not be detrimental to public healt , safety or welfare or
iaterially injurious (e.g., negative affect n
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property values or resale(s) of property) to the properties or
improvements in the vicinity.
Before the issuance of any City permits, the proposed project is
required to comply with all conditions within the approved resolution
and the Building and Safety Division, Public Works Division, and
Fire Department requirements. The referenced agencies through
the permit and inspection process will ensure that the proposed
project is not detrimental to the public health, safety or welfare or
materially injurious to the properties or improvements in the vicinity.
(k) The proposed project has been reviewed in compliance with the
provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA);
Pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental
QualityAct (CEQA), Section 15301(e), the City has determined that
the project identified above in this Resolution is categorically
exempt. Furthermore, the categorical exemption reflects the
independent judgment of the City of Diamond Bar.
5. Based on the findings and conclusions set forth above, the Planning Commission
hereby approves the Application subject to the following conditions:
(a) The project shall substantially conform to site plan, floor plan,
elevations, sections, and will coincide with existing materials and
colors collectively labeled as Exhibit "A" dated November 12, 2002,
as submitted and approved by the Planning Commission, and as
amended herein.
(b) The site shall be maintained in a condition, which is free of debris both
during and after the construction, addition, or implementation of the
entitlement granted herein. The removal of all trash, debris, and
refuse, whether during or subsequent to construction shall be done
only by the property owner, applicant or by a duly permitted waste
contractor, who has been authorized by the City to provide
collection, transportation, and disposal of solid waste from
residential, commercial, construction, and industrial areas within the
City. It shall be the applicant's obligation to insure that the waste
contractor utilized has obtained permits from the City of Diamond
Bar to provide such services.
(c) The residential structure shall not exceed a height of 35 feet as measured
from the natural or finished grade adjacent to the exterior walls.
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(d) The proposed residence shall comply with the State
Conservation Standards.
(e) Plans shall conform to State and Local Building Code (i.e. 001 Uniform
Building Code, Uniform Plumbing Code, Uniform Mech nical Code,
and the 2001 National Electrical Code) requirements.
(f) Construction plans shall be engineered to meet wind loa 80 0
M.P.H. and shall be designed for expansive of soil conditio
(g) The addition to the single-family residence shall not be utilize in
manner that creates adverse effects (i.e., significant levels of
glare/light, noise, odor, traffic, or other disturbances) upo the
neighborhood and environmental seffing. Additionally, the si
glefamily residence shall not result in significantly adverse effec s
on public services or resources. No portion of the residence sh II be
rented, used for commercial/institutional purposes, or othe ise
utilized as a separate dwelling. The property shall not be use for
regular gatherings that result in a nuisance or create traffic and
parking problems in the neighborhood.
(h) This grant is valid for two years and shall be exercised
construction started) within that period or this grant shall expir A
one-year extension of time may be approved when submitted t the
City in writing at least 60 days prior to the expiration date.
Planning Commission will consider the extension request at a ul
noticed public hearing in accordance with Chapter 22.72 of the y f
C Diamond Bar Development Code.
(i) This grant shall not be effective for any purpose until the perm and
owner of the property involved (if other than the permittee) I
filed, within fifteen (15) days of approval of this grant, at the Ci 0
Diamond Bar Community and Development Services Departn
their affidavit stating that they are aware of and agree to accept the
a conditions of this grant. Further, this grant shall not be
effective the permittee pays remaining City processing fees,
school fees fees for the review of submitted reports.
The Planning Commission shall:
(a) Certify to the adoption of this Resolution; and
(b) Forthwith transmit a certified copy of this Resolution, by certified to:
Juan A. and Maria S. Vibal at 1808 Fern Hollow Drive Diar Bar,
CA 91765
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APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 12th DAY OF NOVEMBER 2002, BY THE PLANNING
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR.
Joe zicka, Chairman
I, James DeStefano, Planning Commission Secretary, do hereby certify that the foregoing
Resolution was duly introduced, passed, and adopted by the Planning Commission of the
City of Diamond Bar, at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission held on the 12th
day of November 2002, by the following vote:
AYES: Nolan, Tanaka, Nelson, V/C Tye, C/Ruzicka
NOES: none
ABSENT: none
ABSTAIN: none
ATTEST -11W
JaMes DeStlano, Secretary
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