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2006-11 c � RESOLUTION NO. 06-11 - RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF GRAND TERRACE APPROVING SA-06-17,AND E-06-14 TO CONSTRUCT A TWO-STORY SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL ADDITION OF 1,146 SQUARE FEET OF LIVING AREA ONTO AN EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE OF 1,440 SQUARE FEET WHEREAS, the applicant,Mandry Construction,has applied for the approval of Site and Architectural Review Case No. SA-06-17, and Environmental Review Case No. E-06-14 to construct a two-story addition of 1,146 square feet located at 22154 Pico Street, Grand Terrace, in the R1-7.2 District; WHEREAS, a properly noticed public hearing was held by the Planning Commission on November 16,2006; and WHEREAS,pursuant to the California Environmental cle 19, 15303, Class 3,this project qualifies for a.Categorical Exemlption, Class ty Act Q3 whi�chlis a class of Section projects that have been determined by the State's Secretary for Resources not to have a significant effect on the environment and which shall, therefore,be exempt from the provisions of CEQA; and NOW THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning Commission of the City of Grand Terrace that the following findings have been made in accordance with the approval of SA-06-17. } 1• The proposed project to construct a two-story single family residen ns tial addition is coistent with the intent of the Grand Terrace Municipal Code and the General Plan in that it standards of the Zoning Code and provisions of the City's General Plan. meets the 2. The locations and configurations of all structures associated with this project are visually harmonious with this site and surrounding sites and structures, that they do not interfere with the neighbors'privacy, that they do not unnecessarily block scenic views from other structures and/or public areas, and are in scale with the townscape and natural landscape of the area. The design and appearance of the proposed single family residential addition will be consistent with existing residential development in the area and the City. In addition, the site will be appropriately landscaped to blend in with existing development along Pico Street. 3• The architectural design of the residential addition, their materials, and colors are visually harmonious with surrounding development and natural landforms; are functional for the proposed project; and are consistent with the Grand Terrace Municipal Code. Said materials will match existing materials and colors'of other residences in the area. 4. The plan for landscaping and open spaces provides a functional and visually pleasing setting for the structures on this site and is harmonious with the natural landscape of the area and nearby developments. The proposed landscaping of the site will minimize any visual impacts to the surrounding area. 5. There is no indiscriminate clearing of property, destruction of trees or natural vegetation or the excessive and unsightly grading of hillsides,thus the natural beauty of the city, its setting and natural landforms are preserved. The subject site is a residential lot with no natural resources or ornamental vegetation. 6. The design and locations of all signs associated with this project are consistent with the scale and character of the building to which they are attached or otherwise associated with and are consistent with the Grand Terrace Municipal Code. All signs will be subject to a separate review through a required and separate sign permit. This is a single family residential project which will not require any special sign permits. 7. Conditions of approval for this project necessary to secure the purposes of the Grand Terrace Municipal Code and General Plan are made a part of this approval as set forth in the accompanying Resolution of Approval. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that SA-06-17,E-06-14 are hereby approved subject to the following conditions: 1. The proposed project shall be constructed in accordance with the Site and Architectural Review as approved by the Planning Commission of the City of Grand Terrace on November 16, 2006. All plans shall be consistent in terns of property lines, easement location and dimensions and other measurements.. Minor changes or clarifications may be made by the Director. 2. This approval is for the construction of a two-story residential addition of 1,146 square feet of living area with appurtenances including game room,craft room, and loft. 3. The front and rear yards are currently landscaped. The applicant proposes to retain all of the front yard landscaping, including a mature tree, shrubs, decorative white rock and turf. Staff has decided that existing landscaping is adequate, and a landscaping plan is not required. 4. All parking areas and driveways on the subject site shall be surfaced and maintained with asphaltic concrete, or other permanent, impervious surfacing material so as to prevent mud, dust, loose material, and other nuisances. 5. All outside lighting for the residence shall be hooded and directed so as not to shine directly upon adjoining property or the public-right-of way. 6. No commercial or industrial activity shall take on the subject site except as authorized by a Home Occupation Permit approved by the Community Development Director. 7. No commercial vehicle shall be parked or stored on the subject site except as authorized by a Home Occupation Permit approved by the Community Development Director. 8. Roofing material shall be asphaltic shingles as illustrated on the material board. 9. The garage side yard setback shall be ten feet(10') and the side yard setback with no garage shall be five feet(Y). 10. All mechanical equipment shall be ground mounted and shall be screened from public view. No roof mounted HVAC units shall be allowed. 11. Payment of the Traffic Signal and Circulation Improvement fees as established by Ordinance No.190 of the City of Grand Terrace prior to the issuance of building permits. 12. The applicant shall comply with all requirements of the Director of Building and Safety/Public Works in his memorandum dated October 6,2006. 13. The applicant shall comply with all requirements of the Community Safety Division of the County Fire Department as determined by its plan check of this proposal. 14. This grant shall not be deemed effective until the"Acceptance of Conditions"for Site and Architectural Review Case No. SA-06-17 has been signed by the owner and returned to the City. PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Planning Commission of the City of Grand Terrace, California, at a regular meeting held on the 16th day of November,2006. Chair Wilson, Vice Chair Addington, Commissioner Comstock, Commissioner AYES: McNaboe, Commissioner Phelps NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None ATTEST: Brenda Stanfill Mesa Doug Wilson City Clerk Chairman, Planning Commission 7: 77 O FORM: John Harper City Attorney