2011-03 -- RESOLUTION NO. 2011- 03
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
GRAND TERRACE APPROVING LAND USE APPLICATION 11-09 TO
CONVERT A THIRD CAR GARAGE TO LIVING AREA AND ADD 120
SQUARE FEET TO THE CONVERTED SPACE LOCATED AT 12168
OBSERVATION DRIVE (APN 1178-051-16)
WHEREAS, Mr. Doug Wilson ("Applicant") has submitted an application to convert an
existing third car garage of an existing single family residence to living area and add 120
square feet of living area to the conversion ("Project"). The Project is located at 12168
Observation Drive, is zoned Single Family Residential-7.2 and has a General Plan land use
designation of Low Density Residential.
WHEREAS, the project qualifies for an exemption from the provisions of the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15,303 of the State CEQA Guidelines,
which exempts new construction or conversion of small structures.
WHEREAS, on April 21, 2011, the Planning Commission conducted a noticed public
meeting on the Project at the Grand Terrace Council Chambers located at 22795 Barton
Road, Grand Terrace, California 92313 and concluded the hearing on said date.
WHEREAS, all legal prerequisites to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning Commission of the City of
Grand Terrace:
1. The Planning Commission hereby finds that the Project is exempt from CEQA
pursuant to Section 15303, which exempts new construction or conversion of small
structures and adopts a Notice of Exemption.
2. The Planning Commission finds as follows with respect to Site and Architectural
Review 11-01:
a. The Project is consistent with the intent of the Grand Terrace Municipal Code
and the General Plan. The Project is consistent with the permitted single family
uses of the Single Family Residential-7.2 (R1-7.2) zone classification. It is
consistent with the minimum setback requirement of five feet because the
conversion of the third-car garage and addition are residential living area which
is permitted a minimum setback of 5 feet.
The Project is consistent with the Low Density Residential (LDR) General Plan
land use designation, which is intended for single family detached residential
units. The Project promotes Housing Element Goal 8.1 to provide and
encourage a supply of housing suitable to the needs of existing projected
residents, Policy 8.1.1 to promote and encourage development of housing,
which varies by type, design, form of ownership and size, and Policy 8.2.16 to
maintain and enhance the low density character of existing residential
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neighborhoods. Therefore, the proposed garage conversion and addition are
consistent with the intended land uses and policies of the General Plan
b. The location and configuration 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 conversion and
addition will match the existing residence in colors and materials. The single
story addition is in scale with the surrounding area.
C. The architectural design of structures, their materials and colors are visually
harmonious with the surrounding development, natural landforms, are
functional for the Project and are consistent with the Grand Terrace Municipal
Code. The Project will match the existing residence in colors and materials.
C. The plan for landscaping and open spaces provide 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 Project site is
already developed and on-site landscaping will remain in place.
e. 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 Project
site is already developed and on-site landscaping will remain in place.
f. The design and location 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. No signs are proposed.
g. Conditions of approval for this Project necessary to secure the purposes of the
Grand Terrace Municipal Code and General Plan have been applied to the
Project.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Land Use 11-09 is hereby approved subject to the
following conditions:
1. Land Use Review 11-09 is approved to convert an existing third-car garage
measuring 260 square feet into living area and adding 120 square feet of additional
living area to the conversion for a total square footage of 380. This approval is
based on the application materials submitted by Doug Wilson on March 14, 2011,
including the-site, floor and architectural elevation plans. All plans shall be
consistent in terms of colors, material, dimensions and other measurements.
2. This approval shall expire twelve (12) months from the date of adoption of this
resolution unless the Project has been completed or a time extension has been
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-- granted by the City, in accordance with Chapter 18.63 of the Zoning Code. Time
extensions shall be filed at least sixty (60) days prior to the expiration date.
3. The applicant shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City of Grand Terrace
and its officers, employees, and agents from and against any claim, action, or
proceeding against the City of Grand Terrace, its officers, employees, or agents to
attack, set aside, void, or annul any approval or condition of approval of the City of
Grand Terrace concerning this project, including but not limited to any approval or
condition of approval of the Planning Commission, or Community and Economic
Development Director. The City shall promptly notify the applicant of any claim,
action, or proceeding concerning the project and the City shall cooperate fully in the
defense of the matter. The City reserves the right, at its own option, to choose its
own attorney to represent the City, its officers, employees, and agents in the defense
of the matter.
4. Upon approval of these conditions and prior to becoming final and binding, the
applicant must sign and return an "Acceptance of Conditions" form. The form and
content shall be prepared by the Community and Economic Development
Department.
5. The project shall be constructed in accordance with all the approved plans and
conditions of approval.
6. Construction activities associated with the project shall comply with the regulations of
the City's Noise Ordinance, Chapter 8.108 of the Grand Terrace Municipal Code.
7. Prior to issuance of a building permit, the applicant shall specify the materials and
design of the filled in garage door opening.
8. The applicant shall comply with all requirements of the City of Grand Terrace
Building and Safety/Public Works Department, San Bernardino County Fire
Department, and Riverside Highland Water Company.
9. The new living area shall only be used by residents and guests and shall not be
rented out.
10. Primary and accent building colors shall complement the colors of surrounding
residences.
11. The applicant shall be responsible for regular and ongoing upkeep and maintenance
of the site, including landscaping, weed and debris, drainage facilities or
conveyances and structures.
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r- PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Planning Commission of the City of Grand Terrace,
California, at a regular meeting held on the 21st day of April, 2011.
AYES: 4 - Vice Chairman Addington, Commissioners Bailes, Comstock and
NOES: 0 Kongtang
ABSENT: 0
ABSTAIN: 1 - Chairman Wilson
ATTEST:
Brenda Mesa tth w i ddingt
City Clerk ice C airman, Plan /9 Commission
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