HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Reso No 2018-09 (PA 2017-68, RDR 2017-34)RESOLUTTON NO. 20r8-09
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAKE
ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PLANNING APPLICATION NO. 2017-68
(RES|DENT|AL DESTGN REVTEW NO. 2017-34) FOR THE CONSTRUCTTON OF A
3,652 SQUARE FOOT BARN LOCATED AT 32166 MACHADO STREET (APN: 379-
360-078)
Whereas, Robert Rice has filed an application with the City of Lake Elsinore (City) requesting
approval of Planning Application No.2017-68 (Residential Design Review No. 2017-34) to
construct a 3,652 sq. fr. barn on a 0.57-acre property that has an existing approximately 2,387
sq. ft. single-family residence (Project). The Project is located on the southeasterly side of
Machado Street and southerly of Lincoln Street, more specifically referred to as 32166 l,Iachado
Street (APN: 379360-078); and,
whereas, the proposed Project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (Cal.
Publ. Res. Code SS21000 et seq.:"CEQA') and CEQA Guidelines ('14. Cal. Code Regs SS15000
et seq.), specifically pursuant to Section 15303 (C/ass 3 - New Construction or Conversion of
Small Structures); and,
Whereas, pursuant to the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code (LEMC) Chapter 17.'184 (Design
Review) the Planning Commission (Commission) has been delegated with the responsibility of
reviewing and approving, conditionally approving, or denying minor design reviews; and,
Whereas, on February 6, 2018, at a duly noticed Public Hearing, the 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:
gggligqL The Commission has reviewed and analyzed the proposed Project pursuant to the
California Planning and Zoning Laws (Cal. Gov. Code SS 65000 et seq.), the Lake Elsinore
General Plan (GP), the LEIVIC and finds and determines that the proposed Project is consistent
with the requirements of California Planning and Zoning Law and with the goals and policies of
the GP and the LEIIC.
Section 2: The Commission finds that the proposed Project is exempt from the California
Environmental Quaiity Act (Cal. Publ. Res. Code SS2'1000 et seq.:"CEQA") and CEQA Guidelines
(14. cal. Code Regs SS15000 et seq.), specifically pursuant to Section '15303 (C/ass 3 - New
Construction or Conversion of Small Structures). Class 3 consists of construction and location of
limited numbers ot new, small facilities or structures: (e) Accessory (appurtenant) structures
including garages, carports, patios, swimming pools, and fences. The Project is proposing to
construct a 3,652 sq. ft. barn for an existing single-family residence on an approximately 0.57-
acre lot.
Section 3: That in accordance with State Planning and Zoning Law and the LEI./|C, the
Commission makes the following findings for the approval of Planning Application No. 2017-68
(Residential Design Review No. 2017-34):
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1.The Project, as approved, will comply with the goals and objectives of the GP, and the
Zoning District an which the Project is located.
The PAed complies with the goals and objectives of the GP because it will assist in
achieving the development of a well-balanced and functional mix of residential, limited
commercial, limited industial, open space, recreational and institutional land uses by
providing additional affordable housing within the City. The proposed Project is an infi
development that is proposing to construct a detached accessory structure for an existing
single-family residence in an area that has several existing single family residences. The
proposed project incorporates texlures and colors to match the existing single-family
residence and will complement and enhance the existing developed areas in which the
Project is located.
2. The Project complies with the design directives contained in the GP and all other
applicable provisions of the LEMC.
The Project is appropriate to the site and surrounding developments in that the proposed
accessory structure is compatible with the residential character of the neighborhood, is
harmonious with the architectural style of the main building, and is located in the rear one-
half of the lot and meets all the development standards. Fufther, 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 residences.
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
C/ass 3 exemption, the Project was reviewed and conditioned by all applicable City
depaftments to ensure that the Project blends into existing development, creates the least
amount of disturbance, and does not negatively impact the resdents in the area. The
Project will not have a significant effect on the environment.
Conditions and safeguards pursuant to Chapter 17.'184 of the LEMC, 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 Sect on 17.184.070 of the LEMC, the Project been considered by the
Commission at a duly noticed Public Hearing on February 6, 2018. The proposed Project,
as reviewed and conditioned by all applicable City divisions, departments, and agencies,
will not have a significant effect on the environment.
Section 4: Based upon the evidence presented, the above findings, and the Conditions of
Approval imposed upon the Project, the Commission hereby approves Planning Application No.
2017 -68 (Residential Design Review No. 2017-34).
Section 5: This Resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
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Passed and Adopted this 6th day of February, 2018, by the following vote:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
COUNry OF RIVERSIDE
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
l, Justin Kirk, Principal Planner of the City of Lake Elsinore, California, hereby certify that
Resolution No. 2018-09 was adopted by the Planning Commission of the City of Lake Elsinore,
California, at a regular meeting held of February 6, 2018, and that the same was adopted by the
following vote.
AYES: Commissioner's Armit, Carroll and Klaarenbeek, Vice-Chair Ross and Chairman GrayNOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
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Justin Kirk,