HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Reso No 2014-05RESOLUTION NO. 2014 -05
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAKE
ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A MINOR DESIGN REVIEW FOR A 1,450
SQUARE FOOT SINGLE - FAMILY RESIDENCE WITH AN ATTACHED 475
SQUARE FOOT TWO -CAR GARAGE LOCATED ON THE WEST SIDE OF EAST
HILL STREET (APN: 377 - 311 -012)
WHEREAS, Mr. Jay Hattabaugh /Lakeshore Homes and Development, filed an
application with the City of Lake Elsinore requesting approval of a Minor Design Review for a
single - family residential dwelling unit with attached garage on a 8,250 square foot vacant lot
(APN: 377 - 311 -012) on the west side of East Hill Street ( "the Project "), and
WHEREAS, the Developer proposes a 1,450 square -foot single - family residence and
associated improvements related to lot coverage, architectural design, parking, and
landscape; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Lake Elsinore has been
delegated with the responsibility of approving Minor Design review requests for single - family
residential projects; and
WHEREAS, on February 18, 2014 at a duly noticed public hearing, the Planning
Commission considered evidence presented by the Community Development Department
and other interested parties with respect to this item.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAKE
ELSINORE DOES HEREBY RESOLVE, DETERMINE AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. The Planning Commission has considered the subject Minor Design
Review and finds that it is consistent with the Medium Density Residential Development
standards set forth in the applicable Historic Elsinore Architectural Design Standards and that
the Minor Design Review satisfies all requirements set forth in Chapter 17.184 of the Lake
Elsinore Municipal Code.
SECTION 2. The Planning Commission hereby finds and determines that the Project
is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (Public Resources
Code Sections 21000 et seq.: "CEQA ") and the Guidelines for Implementation of CEQA (14
California Code of Regulations, Sections 15000 et seq.: "CEQA Guidelines ") pursuant to a
Class 32 categorical exemption for in -fill development projects. Specifically, the Planning
Commission finds that:
1. The Project is consistent with the applicable general plan designation and all
applicable general plan policies as well as with applicable zoning designation and
regulations as set forth herein below.
2. The Project Site is located within the City limits and is less than (5) acres and is
substantially surrounded by urban uses.
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3. The Project Site currently consists of an undeveloped vacant site area and has no
value as habitat for endangered, rare or threatened species.
4. Approval of the Project will not result in any significant effects relating to traffic, noise,
air quality or water quality.
5. The Project Site can be adequately served by all required utilities and public services.
SECTION 3. That in accordance with State Planning and Zoning Law and the Lake
Elsinore Municipal Code, the Planning Commission makes the following findings for the
approval of the proposed Minor Design Review:
1. The Project, as approved, will comply with the goals and objectives of the General
Plan, and the Zoning District in which the Project is located.
The Project complies with the goals and objectives of the General Plan because it will
assist in achieving the development of a well balanced and functional mix of
residential, commercial, industrial, open space, recreational, and institutional land
uses.
The approval of this single - family residence will assist in achieving the development of
a well - balanced and functional mix of residential, limited commercial, limited industrial,
open space, recreational and institutional land uses by providing additional affordable
housing within the City of Lake Elsinore, as well as encouraging the development and
maintenance of a broad range of housing types for all income groups and age
categories. The proposed dwelling, which incorporates a "Craftsman" style
architecture; will provide a well - rounded design while maintaining the desirable rural
characteristics and base framework to achieve quality and compatibility in the physical
design of the developing portions of the City, and serves to enhance the existing
developed areas within the General Plan designation Medium Density Residential
(MDR).
2. The Project complies with the design directives contained in the General Plan and all
other applicable provisions of the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code.
The Project is appropriate to the site and surrounding developments in that the
proposed residence has been designed in consideration of the size and shape of the
property. Sufficient setbacks and enhanced onsite landscaping have been provided
thereby creating interest and varying vistas as a person moves along abutting streets
and within the development. In addition, safe and efficient circulation has been
achieved onsite.
The proposed Minor Design Review is appropriate to the site and surrounding
developments in that the single - family residential project has provided a twenty foot
(20) front yard setback, private open spaces; sufficient front and rear yard
landscaping and safe and sufficient on -site vehicular circulation. Further, the project
as proposed will complement the quality of existing development and will create a
visually pleasing, non- detractive relationship between the proposed and existing
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projects in that the applicant is providing a "Craftsman" architecture which includes;
360- degree architectural articulation pursuant to the "Historic Elsinore Architectural
Design Standards ", such as, tile roof material, smooth stucco walls, porch entry with
wood railing and decorative columns, and wood doors.
3. Subject to the attached conditions of approval, the Project is not anticipated to result in
any significant adverse environmental impacts.
Notwithstanding the fact that the Project is exempt from CEQA provisions pursuant to
a Class 32 exemption, the Project was reviewed and conditioned by all applicable City
departments to ensure that the project blends into existing development, creates the
least amount of disturbance, and does not negatively impact the residents or
businesses of Lake Elsinore. The Project will not have a significant effect on the
environment.
4. Conditions and safeguards pursuant to Chapter 17.184 of the Municipal Code,
including guarantees and evidence of compliance with conditions, have been
incorporated into the approval of the Project to ensure development of the property in
accordance with the objectives of Chapter 17.184.
Pursuant to Section 17.184.070 of the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code, the Project was
considered by the Planning Commission at a duly noticed public hearing on February
18, 2014. The Applicant shall meet all required setbacks and development standards
pursuant to the Medium Residential Density development standards set forth in the
Historic Elsinore Architectural Design Standards.
SECTION 4. Based upon the evidence presented, the above findings, and the
attached Conditions of Approval, the Planning Commission hereby approves the proposed
Minor Design Review.
SECTION 5. This Resolution shall take effect from and after the date of its passage
and adoption.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Planning
Commission of the City of Lake Elsinore, California, on the 18th day of February, 2014.
CSavid Blake, Cha6'nan
City of Lake Elsinore Planning Commission
ATTEST:
Z/A
Richard J. acHott, LEED Green Associate
Planning Manager
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA
COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE SS
I, Richard J. MacHott, Planning Manager of the City of Lake Elsinore, California,
hereby certify that Resolution No. 2014 -_ was adopted by the Planning Commission of
the City of Lake Elsinore at a regular meeting held on the 18th day of February 2014,
and that the same was adopted by the following vote:
AYES: CHAIRMAN BLAKE, VICE CHAIRMAN GRAY, COMMISSIONER
MORSCH, COMMISSIONER O'NEAL
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: COMMISSIONER JORDAN
ABSTAIN: NONE
a
Richard J. IVacHoft, LEED Green Associate
Planning Manager
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
FOR A 1,450 SQUARE FOOT SINGLE - FAMILY RESIDENCE
WITH AN ATTACHED 475 SQUARE FOOT TWO -CAR GARAGE
LOCATED AT THE EAST SIDE OF EAST HILL STREET.
(APN: 377 - 311 -012)
PLANNING DIVISION
1. The proposed project (Minor Design Review) consists of a new one story 1,450 square
foot single - family residence with an attached 475 square foot two -car garage located at
the east side of East Hill Street.
2. The applicant shall defend (with counsel acceptable to the City), indemnify, and hold
harmless the City, its Officials, Officers, Employees, and Agents from any claim, action,
or proceeding against the City, its Officials, Officers, Employees or Agents to attach, set
aside, void, or annul an approval of the City, its advisory agencies, appeal boards, or
legislative body concerning the project attached hereto.
3. Design Review approval for Minor Design Review will lapse and be void unless a
building permit is issued within one (1) year of the approval date.
4. The decision of the Planning Commission shall be final fifteen (15) days from the date of
the decision, unless an appeal has been filed with the City Council pursuant to the
provisions of Chapter 17.80 of the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code.
GENERAL CONDITIONS
5. Within 30 days of project approval, the applicant shall sign and complete an
"Acknowledgement of Conditions," and shall return the executed original to the
Community Development Department for inclusion in the case records.
6. The applicant shall submit a check in the amount of $50.00 made payable to the County
of Riverside for filing of a Notice of Exemption. The check shall be submitted to the
Planning Division for processing within 48 hours of the project's approval
7. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the applicant shall obtain and submit a "will
serve" letter from Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District to the Director of Community
Development. The "will serve" letter shall specifically indicate the specific water flow
volumes for both domestic and fire protection water supply. It shall be within the
Director of Community Development's sole discretion to determine whether the "will
serve" letter is sufficient.
8. All conditions of approval shall be reproduced upon page one of building plans
submitted to the Building and Safety Division for Plan Check. All conditions of approval
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shall be met prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy and release of utilities.
9. All site improvements shall be constructed as indicated on the approved site plan and
elevations, with revisions as noted herein. The applicant shall meet all required
development standards as indicated by the Single Family Architectural Design
Guidelines and the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code (LEMC). Any other revisions to the
approved site plan or building elevations shall be subject to the review of the
Community Development Director or his designee. All plans submitted for Building
Division Plan Check shall conform to the submitted plans as modified by the conditions
of approval.
10.All materials and colors depicted on the plans and materials board shall be used. If the
applicant wishes to modify any of the approved materials or colors depicted on the
plans, the applicant shall submit a proposal setting forth the modifications for review by
the Community Development Director or his designee.
11. The Applicant shall comply with all applicable City codes and ordinances.
12.A cash bond of $1,000.00 shall be required for any construction trailers placed on the
site and used during construction. Bonds will be released after removal of trailers and
restoration of the site to a state acceptable to and approved by the Community
Development Director or his designee.
13.The Applicant shall comply with the City's Noise Ordinance. Construction activity shall
be limited to the hours of 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday, and no
construction activity shall occur on Saturdays, Sundays or legal holidays.
14.The Applicant shall comply with all requirements of the City's Grading Ordinance.
Construction generated dust and erosion shall be mitigated in accordance with the
provisions of Municipal Code, Chapter 15.72 and using accepted control techniques.
Interim erosion control measures shall be provided thirty (30) days after the site's rough
grading, as approved by the City Engineer.
15.Any exterior air conditioning or other mechanical equipment shall be ground mounted
and screened so as to be invisible from neighboring property or public streets. Air
conditioning units and related equipment may not encroach more than two -feet (2) into
the required minimum side yard setback.
16.Garages or carports shall be constructed to provide a minimum interior clear space of
twenty feet (20') x twenty feet (20) for two cars.
17.The Applicant shall plant street trees, selected from the City Street Tree List, a
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maximum of thirty feet (30') apart along all street frontages. Planting is subject to the
approval of the Community Development Director or designee prior to issuance of a
Certificate of Occupancy.
18.The Applicant shall provide shrubs and plant materials as shown on the landscape plan.
Any changes to the landscape plan shall be subject to the approval of the Community
Development Director or designee. The landscape plan improvements and plantings
shall be fully installed prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy.
19.Any planting within fifteen feet (15') of ingress /egress points shall be no higher than
thirty -six inches (36 ").
20.The Applicant shall provide an irrigation system for landscaped areas onsite as shown
on the landscape plans. The irrigation system shall be fully installed and operational
prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy.
21. Driveways shall be constructed of concrete per Building and Safety Division standards.
22.All walls and /or fencing need to be located off the property line. If the Applicant
proposes to place any walls and /or fencing on the property line he /she must submit a
notarized agreement between the subject property owner and the adjacent property
owner to the Planning Department prior to installing the fence. (Revised by Planning
Commission)
23.The Applicant shall construct the City's standard six foot (6) wood fence along the side
and rear property lines as proposed on the submitted plans. Where views exist, the
applicant shall have the option of constructing a tubular steel fence. The- applisant shall
be required to remGve and FeplaGe any existing Ghain link fenGing and any fenGing that.
The applicant shall be required to remove any existing chain link
fencing and any fencing that is in poor condition and shall replace such fencing with
fencing in accordance with LEMC Section 17.44.130D. It shall be the responsibility of
the applicant to contact the effected neighboring property owners. If the existing fencing
is in good condition, this requirement may be waived per the approval of the Community
Development Director or his designee. (Amended by the Planning Commission on
February 18, 2014.)
24.The building address shall be a minimum of four inches (4 ") high and shall be easily
visible from the public right -of -way. Care shall be taken to select colors and materials
that contrast with building walls or trim.
25.The Applicant shall provide a flat concrete pad a minimum of 3'- 0" by 7'- 0" adjacent to
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each dwelling unit. The storage pad for trash barrels shall be concealed from public
view.
26.The Applicant shall provide assurance that all required fees to the Lake Elsinore Unified
School District have been paid prior to issuance of building permits.
27. Prior to issuance of a building permit, the Applicant shall pay park -in -lieu fees at the rate
in effect at the time that the applicant requests the building permit.
28. The Applicant shall satisfy all conditions of approval prior to the issuance of a Certificate
of Occupancy and release of utilities.
29.The Applicant shall pay the Multi Species Habitat Conservation Plan Fee (MSHCP)
Local Development Mitigation Fee (fee for density less than 8 du /ac) prior to obtaining
building permits.
30. The Applicant shall pay all applicable Library Capital Improvement Fund fees.
31. The applicant shall place a weatherproof 3' x 3' sign at the entrance to the project site
identifying the approved days and hours of construction activity and a statement that
complaints regarding the operation can be lodged with the City of Lake Elsinore Code
Enforcement Division (951) 674 -3124. The sign shall be installed prior to the issuance
of a grading permit.
BUILDING DEPARTMENT
PRIOR TO BUILDING PERMITS
32. All construction plans must be in accordance with the 2013 building codes. However, if
the building permits are not obtained prior to February 18, 2015, the plans must be
resubmitted to meet all current codes.
33. Prior to issuance of building permits, the applicant shall pay all appropriate fees.
34.The applicant shall place a weatherproof 3' x 3' sign at the entrance to the project site
identifying the approved days and hours of construction activity (i.e., 7:00 A.M. — 5:00
P.M., Monday through Friday with no construction activity to occur on Saturdays,
Sundays or legal holidays) and a statement that complaints regarding the operation can
be lodged with the City of Lake Elsinore Code Enforcement Division (951) 674 -3124.
The sign shall be installed prior to the issuance of a grading permit.
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ENGINEERING DIVISION
GENERAL CONDITIONS
35.A grading plan signed and stamped by a Calif. Registered Civil Engineer shall be
required if the grading exceeds 50 cubic yards or the existing flow pattern is
substantially modified as determined by the City Engineer. If the grading is less than 50
cubic yards and a grading plan is not required, a grading permit shall still be obtained so
that a cursory drainage and flow pattern inspection can be conducted before grading
begins.
36.An Encroachment Permit shall be obtained prior to any work on City right -of -way.
37.Arrangements for relocation of utility company facilities (power poles, vaults, etc.) out of
the roadway or alley shall be the responsibility of the property owner or his agent.
38. Provide fire protection facilities as required in writing by Riverside County Fire.
39.All waste material, debris, vegetation and other rubbish generated during cleaning,
demolition, clear and grubbing or other phases of the construction shall be disposed of
at appropriate recycling centers. The applicant should contract with CR &R Inc. for
recycling and storage container services, but the applicant may use the services of
another recycling vendor. Another recycling vendor, other than CR &R Inc., cannot
charge the applicant for bin rental or solid waste disposal. If the applicant is not using
CR &R Inc. for recycling services and the recycling material is either sold or donated to
another vendor, the applicant shall supply proof of debris disposal at a recycling center,
including verification of tonnage by certified weigh master tickets.
40. In accordance with the City's Franchise Agreement for waste disposal & recycling, the
applicant shall be required to contract with CR &R Inc. for removal and disposal of all
waste material, debris, vegetation and other rubbish generated during cleaning,
demolition, clear and grubbing or all other phases of construction.
41.0n -site drainage shall be conveyed to a public facility, accepted by adjacent property
owners by a letter of drainage acceptance, or conveyed to a drainage easement.
42.All natural drainage traversing the site shall be conveyed through the site, or shall be
collected and conveyed by a method approved by the City Engineer.
43.The applicant shall protect all downstream properties from damages caused by
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alterations of the drainage patterns, i.e., concentrations or diversion of flow.
• Protection shall be provided by constructing adequate drainage facilities including
enlarging existing facilities and /or by securing a drainage easement.
• A maintenance mechanism shall be in place for any private drainage facilities constructed
on -site or off -site.
• Any grading or drainage onto private off site or adjacent property shall require a written
permission to grade and /or a permission to drain letter from the affected landowner.
44. Roof drains shall not be allowed to outlet directly through coring in the street curb.
45. Roofs should drain to a landscaped area.
46. Education guidelines and Best Management Practices (BMP) shall be provided to
residents of the development in the use of herbicides, pesticides, fertilizers as well as
other environmental awareness education materials on good housekeeping practices
that contribute to protection of storm water quality and met the goals of the BMP in
Supplement "A" in the Riverside County NPDES Drainage Area Management Plan.
(Required for lot of one acre or more)
47.Applicant shall provide BMP's that will reduce storm water pollutants from parking areas
and driveway aisles. (Required for lot of one acre or more)
48.City of Lake Elsinore has adopted ordinances for storm water management and
discharge control. In accordance with state and federal law, these local storm water
ordinances rp ohibit the discharge of waste into storm drain system or local surface
waters. This includes non -storm water discharges containing oil, grease, detergents,
trash, or other waste remains. Brochures of "Storm water Pollution, What You
Should Know" describing preventing measures are available at City Hall.
PLEASE NOTE: The discharge of pollutants into street, gutters, storm drain system, or
waterways - without Regional Water Quality Control Board permit or waver — is strictly
prohibited by local ordinances and state and federal law.
Prior to Issuance of a Grading Permit
49. If the grading is less than 50 cubic yards and a grading plan is not required, a site plan
that shows proposed project improvements and drainage patterns shall be submitted so
that a cursory drainage and flow pattern inspection can be conducted before grading
begins.
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50.Submit grading plans, Soils Report, Hydrology and Hydraulic Reports prepared by a
Registered Civil Engineer for approval by the City Engineer. Developer shall mitigate
any flooding and /or erosion downstream caused by development of the site and /or
diversion of drainage.
51.The grading plan shall show natural drainage conveyed through the site, or collected
and conveyed by a method approved by the City Engineer. (Revised by Planning
Commission)
52.The appliGant shall obtain all neGes6aFy Off site easements for off site gFading and/OF
ise. The applicant shall obtain all necessary off -site easements for off -site grading
and prior to issuance of a rq ading permit, the applicant shall submit documentation
acceptable to the City Engineer evidencing acceptance of drainage from the adjacent
property owners. (Amended by the Planning Commission on February 18, 2014.)
53.Applicant to provide erosion control measures as part of their grading plan. The
applicant shall contribute to protection of storm water quality and meet the goals of the
BMP in Supplement "A" in the Riverside County NPDES Drainage Area Management
Plan.
Prior to Issuance of Building Permit
54.All Public Works requirements shall be complied with as a condition of development as
specified in the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code (LEMC) prior to building permit.
55. Submit a "Will Serve" letter to the City Engineering Division from the applicable water
agency stating that water and sewer arrangements have been made for this project and
specify the technical data for the water service at the location, such as water pressure
and volume etc. Submit this letter prior to applying for a building permit.
56. Public right -of -way dedications shall be prepared by the applicant or his agent. Deeds
shall be submitted to the Engineering Division for review and approval prior to issuance
of building permit.
57.Construct 6' sidewalk and curb /gutter per city standards fronting the property from
property line to property line.
58.A Calif. Registered Civil Engineer shall prepare street improvement plans and
specifications. Improvements shall be designed and constructed to Riverside County
Road Department Standards, latest edition, and City Codes (LEMC 12.04 and 16.34).
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Street improvement plans shall show existing and future profiles at centerline of street,
at top of curb and at centerline of the alley. The profiles and contours will extend to 50'
beyond the property limits.
59. If the existing street improvements are to be modified, the existing street plans on file
shall be modified accordingly and approved by the City Engineer prior to issuance of
building permit. An encroachment permit will be required to do the work.
60. Pay all Development Impact Fees and Plan Check fees (LEMC 16.34).
Prior to Occupancy
61. Pay all fees and meet requirements of an encroachment permit issued by the
Engineering Division for construction of public works improvements (LEMC12.08,
Res.83 -78). All fees and requirements for an encroachment permit shall be fulfilled
before Certificate of Occupancy.
62.All compaction reports, grade certifications, monument certifications (with tie notes
delineated on 8 1/2" x 11" Mylar) shall be submitted to the Engineering Division.
63.All public improvements shall be completed in accordance with the approved plans to
the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
64. Water and sewer improvements shall be completed in accordance with Water District
requirements.
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE FIRE MARSHAL
GENERAL CONDITIONS
56.The applicant shall obtain an address from the Building Department and have it posted
at all times during and post construction in accordance with the 2010 California Fire
Code and the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code.
57.The construction plans must provide notes that state that the structure will be fitted with
fire sprinklers in accordance with The California Residential Code.
58.The site plan must provide details for fire department roadway vehicular access in
accordance with Informational Bulletin 06 -06.
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59. Please provide a letter from the local water purveyor that states the Fire flow at the most
adjacent fire hydrant. The letter shall include a site map with APN, water main size,
location, of hydrant, and location of proposed residence. (Note: Water storage tanks will
not be approved if a public water purveyor has water mains that may be utilized)
Planning Commission Approved
February 18, 2014