1993-01 RESOLUTION NO. _9.3-01
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF GRAND TERRACE, CALIFORNIA
RECOMMENDING ACCESSORY STRUCTURES INCLUDING PLAYHOUSES
EXCEEDING 10 FEET IN HEIGHT TO BE SUBJECT
TO ADMINISTRATIVE SITE AND ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW.
WHEREAS, according to current code, accessory structures are defined as a
building, part of a building or structure which is subordinate to and the use of which is
incidental to that of the main building structure or use on the same lot. It does mean
elevated decks, patio covers, patio enclosures, Type 1 and Type 2 sunrooms, antennas and
satellite dishes.
WHEREAS,.playhouses are not clearly defined in the Zoning Code.
WHEREAS, according to current code, there is no height or size.limit nor
quantity of accessory structures that can be installed in rearyards.
WHEREAS, accessory structures may cause adverse impact on neighbors if
they have excessive height that causes a negative impact in terms of aesthetics and privacy.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning Commission of
the City of Grand Terrace, California, as follows:
1. Playhouses shall be clearly defined as accessory structures.
2. Accessory structures with height exceeding 10 feet in height shall be
subject to Administrative Site and Architectural Review. Issues of
height, size and number of structures to be at the discretion of the
Planning Director as for other items subject to Administrative Site and
Architectural Review.
3. That a formal Land Use Approval Application be required for minor
items subject to the Planning Director's approval.
4. The Planning Commission directs staff to forward this Resolution to
the City Council for their consideration and direct staff to prepare
necessary code amendments in case approval of Resolution is
confirmed.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Planning Commission of the City of Grand
i� Terrace, California, at a regular meeting held on the 15th day of July, 1993.
APES: 4 - CHAIRMAN BUCHANAN, VICE-CHAIRMAN SIMS,
COMMISSIONERS VAN GELDER AND HUSS
NOES: 3 - COMMISSIONERS.WILSON, MUNSON AND ADDINGTON
ABSENT: 0
ABSTAIN: 0
Dan Buchanan, Chairperson
Planning Commission
ATTEST:
Brenda Stanfill, City40erk
APPROVED AS TO FORM
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John Harper, City Ajrney