2002-08 RESOLUTION NO. 02- 08
RESOLUTION OFJHE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF GRAND
TERRACE APPROVING SITE AND ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW CASE NO. 02-13
AND ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW CASE NO. 02-17 TO CONSTRUCT A
TWO STORY SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE WITH 2,824 SQUARE FEET
OF LIVING AREA AND AN APPROXIMATELY 2,000 SQUARE FOOT GARAGE
AND STORAGE AREA AT 23356 WESTWOOD STREET
IN THE CITY OF GRAND TERRACE
WHEREAS,the applicant,Strobel Architects on behalf of Richard and Velia Gonzales,has applied
for the approval of Site and Architectural Review Case No.02-13 and Environmental Review Case No.02-17
to construct a two story residence with 2,824 square feet of living area and an approximately 2,000 square
foot garage/storage area.; and
WHEREAS,a properly noticed public hearing was held by the Planning Commission on December
19,2002; and
WHEREAS,under the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA)Article 19, Section 15303,
Class 3, this project qualifies for a Categorical Exemption, Class 3,which is a class of 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,STATE OF CALIFORNIA,AS FOLLOWS:
1. The proposed project to construct a two-story single family residence is consistent with the
intent of the Grand Terrace Municipal Code and the General Plan in that it meets the
standards of the Zoning Code and provisions of the City's General Plan.
2. The locations 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 design and appearance of the proposed single family residence 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
Westwood.
3. The architectural design of structures,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 the existing residence on the site and 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
hereby developments. The proposed landscaping of the site will be minimize any visual
f impacts to the surrounding area.
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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 that has
_ already been rough graded 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-02-13 and E-02-17 are hereby approved subject to the
following conditions:
1. The proposed project shall be constructed in accordance with the site and architectural
review case as approved by the Planning Commission of the City of Grand Terrace on
December 19,2002. All plans shall be consistent in terms of property lines,space lines and
other measurements. Minor changes or clarifications may be made by the Director.
2. This approval is for the construction of a two story residence with 2,824 square feet of living
area with appurtenances including landscaping,garage/storage area and driveway.
3. The proposed landscaping shall be shown on a landscaping/irrigation plan to be approved
bytheCommunity Development Director. Said landscaping/irrigation plan shall show plant
types, numbers of plants, sizes and irrigation facilities. Three copies of the
landscaping/irrigation plan shall be submitted for review and approval prior to the issuance
of building permits. Said plan shall include at least three street trees taken from the
approved list in Section 12.28.010 of the Municipal Code.
5. 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.
6. All outside lighting for the residence/garage shall be hooded and directed so as not to shine
directly upon adjoining property or the public right-of-way.
7. No commercial or industrial activity shall take place on the subject site except as authorized
a Home Occupation Permit approved by the Community Development Director.
8. 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.
9. Prior to the issuance of building permits,the applicant shall provide details for proposed
window treatments to be reviewed and approved by the Community Development
Department.
10. Any proposed fencing for the site shall comply with all applicable requirements and
regulations of the City including the filing of a land use application and building permit,if
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needed.
11. All mechanical equipment shall be ground mounted and shall be screened from public view.
No roof mounted HVAC units shall be allowed.
12. 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.
13. The applicant shall comply with all requirements of the Director of Building and
Safety/Public Works in his memorandum dated December 9, 2002.
14. The applicant shall comply with all requirements of the Community Safety Division of the
County Fire Department in its letter dated December 10,2002.
15. The applicant shall comply with all requirements of the City Engineer in his memorandum
dated December 10,2002.
16. This grant shall not be deemed effective until the"Acceptance of Conditions"for Site and
Architectural Review Case No. 02-13 has been signed by the applicant and returned to the
City.
17. The proposed "entry bridge" shall be redesigned to be similar to a "deck" type of
bridge with supports beneath the bridge. The revised design of the "entry bridge"
shall be reviewed and approved by the Community Development Director prior to the
issuance of building permits for the residence.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Planning Commission of the City of Grand Terrace,California,
at a regular meeting held on the 19'day of December,2002
AYES: Chair lVi.lson Commissioners Addington, Bidney, Comstock & Whitley
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Brenda Stanfill, Doug Wilson
City Clerk Chairman,Planning Commission
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