PC R 10-2113 RESOLUTION NO. 10-2113
. A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
ARROYO GRANDE APPROVING VARIANCE CASE NO. 10-001; 588
HILLSIDE COURT; APPLIED FOR BY COKER ELLSWORTH
WHEREAS, one undeveloped lot remains in Tract 2217; and
WHEREAS, due ta adopted creek protection regulations adopted since the Tract was
approved and developed, the parcel is subject to a 25 foot creek setback; and
WHEREAS, in an effort to build a house similar in character and size to the existing
neighborhood, the applicant is requesting a variance from the front yard setback and
minimurn driveway length; and
WHEREAS, the proposed structure including the reduced setback and driveway length
was reviewed and supported by the homeowners association; and
� WHEREAS, the proposed structure including the reduced setback and driveway length
was reviewed and positively recommended for approval by the Architectural Review
Committee; and
- WHEREAS, on October 19, 2010, the Planning Commission reviewed the project at a
duly noticed public hearing;-and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission finds that this project is consistent with the City's
� General Plan and Development Code; and �
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission finds, after due study, deliberation and public
hearing, the following circumstances exist:
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL
1. That strict or literal interpretation and enforcement of the specified regulation
� would result in practical difficulty or unnecessary hardship not otherwise
. shared by others within the surrounding area;
Enforcement of the front yard setback and minimum driveway length
would require the applicant to build a home substantially smaller than
those existing in fhe neighborhood.
. . 2. That there are exceptional or extraordinary circumstances or conditions
applicable to the property involved or to the intended use of the property that
do not apply generally to other properties classified in the same zone;
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I The property is a comer lot and is adjacent to a creek/drainage
channel which requires a 25 foot setback from the edge of riparian
habitat or top of bank, whichever is further. These circumstances
dramatically reduce the developable area of the parcel.
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3. That strict or literal interpretation and enforcement of the specified regulation
would deprive the applicant of privileges enjoyed by the owners of other
� prope�ties classified in the same zone;
Due to the specific setback and driveway length regulations applicable
to fhis parcel, the applicant would be deprived of building a house that �
is similar in size and scale to those in the existing neighborhood.
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4. That the granting of the variance will not constitute a grant of special privilege
inconsistent with the limitations on other properties classified in the same I
zone;
The granting of the variance would nof constitute a grant of special
privilege due to the fact that fhe parcel in question is affected by site
specific anomalies not encountered by other properties and the
project, as conditioned, will result in a house equal in size and
amenities to other houses in the neighborhood.
5. That the granting of the variance will not be detrimental to the public health,
safety or welfare, or materially injurious to properties or improvements in the
vicinity;
The granting of the variance will not be detrimental to the public health,
safety or welfare, or materially injurious to properties or improvements --
in the vicinity since the project, as conditioned, will result in a house
� with a 25'creek setback that is equal in size and amenities of other
houses in the neighborhood.
6. That the granting of a variance is consistent with the objectives and policies
of the general plan and the intent of this title;
That the granting of a variance is consistent with the objectives and
policies of the general plan and the intent of this title by allowing fhe
� development of a single family structure fhat is consistent with the
mass and sca/e of homes in the existing neighborhood.
7. The granting of the requested variance will not result in the parking of
vehicles on public streets in such a manner as to interfere with the free flow
of traffic.
The granting of fhe requested variance will not result in the parking of
vehicles on public streets in such a manner as to interfere with the free
� flow of tra�c due to municipal code provisions and conditions of
approval that ensure parking of vehicles in fhe garage or legally
parked on the street.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Planning Commission of the City of
Arroyo Grande hereby approves the construction of single family structure that varies
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from the required front yard setback and minimum driveway length regulations with the ,
above findings and subject to the conditions as set forth in Exhibit "A", attached hereto
and incorporated herein by this reference.
On a motion by Commissioner Barneich, seconded by Chair Brown, and by the following
roll call vote to wit:
AYES: Commissioners Barneich, Chair Brown, Martin and Ruth
NOES: Commissioner Keen �
ABSENT: None
the foregoing Resolution was adopted this 19th day of October 2010.
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ATTEST:
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DEBBIE WEICHINGER TIM BROWN, C AIR
SECRETARY TO THE COMMISSION
AS TO CONTENT:
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TERESA NE CLISH
DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
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� EXHIBIT "A"
I CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
VARIANCE CASE NO. 10-001
CONSTRUCTION OF A SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE THAT VARIES FROM THE
FRONT YARD SETBACK AND MINIMUM DRIVEWAY LENGTH
Conditions of Approval
Planninq Division
1. The applicant shall ascertain and comply with all Federal, State, County and City
requirements as are applicable to this project.
� 2. The applicant shall comply with all conditions of approval for Variance Case No.
10-001.
3. This Variance shall automatically expire on October 19, 2012 unless a building
permit is issued or an extension is granted pursuant to Section 16.12.140 of the
Development Code.
4. Development shall occur in substantial conformance with the plans presented at
� the Planning Commission on October 19, 2010 and marked "Attachment 1" on
_ _ file in the Community Development Department.
5. The applicant shall agree to defend at his/her sole expense any action brought
against the City, its present or former agents, officers, or employees because of
the issuance of said approval, or in anyway relating to the implementation
thereof, or in the alternative, to relinquish such approval. The applicant shall -
. reimburse the City, its agents, officers, or employees, for any court costs and
attorney's fee's which the City, its agents, officers or employees may be required
by a court to pay as a result of such action. The City may, at its sole discretion,
participate at its own expense in the defense of any such action but such
pa�ticipation shall not relieve applicant of his/her obligations under this condition.
6. The applicant shall record a statement on the title of the property, to the
satisfaction of the City Attorney and the Director of Community Development,
� informing future owners of restrictions regarding parking cars in the driveway in
such a manner as to block pedestrian traffic.
7. The applicant shall record a statement on the title of the property, to the
satisfaction of the City Attorney and the Director of Community Development,
informing future owners of landscape and development restrictions associated with
the creek buffer.
� Buildinq Division and Fire Department
Building Codes
8. The project shall comply with the most recent editions of all California Building and
Fire Codes, as adopted by the City of Arroyo Grande.
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. Recreation and Maintenance Services I
9. Submit final landscape, tree planting and irrigation plans to the satisfaction of the
Director of Recreation and Maintenance Services.