PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA REPORT MARCH 15, 2017

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1 PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA REPORT MARCH 15, 2017 TO: FROM: Members of the Planning Commission Krystin Rice, Planner FILE NO.: PROPOSAL: APPLICANT: RECOMMENDATION: A request for a Site Plan Review and Scenic Corridor Permit to allow for modifications to a previously approved new singlefamily residence, which is currently under construction on an existing lot located at Summit Drive within the Rural Community (RC) zoning district and designated Scenic Corridor (-SC) overlay zone. Proposed modifications include: 1) revised materials of the exterior finishes; 2) changes to the locations and sizes of windows on all four elevations of the home; and 3) modification of the interior floorplans and addition of a 12 square-foot enclosed mechanical shaft on the west facade. Nathan Ahdoot Adopt Resolution No , approving File No STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No , approving File No REVIEW AUTHORITY: The Planning Commission is reviewing this project because Condition No. 3 from Planning Commission Resolution No (previously approved on April 4, 2013), states any modification to these plans must be approved by the Community Development Director prior to changes on the working drawings or in the field. Changes considered substantial must be reviewed by the Planning Commission. As such, the Community Development Director determined the proposed changes require review by the Commission.

2 Page 2 BACKGROUND: On April 4, 2013, the Planning Commission approved the construction of a new singlefamily residence located at Summit Drive within the Calabasas Highlands per Resolution No (see Exhibit E). The approved project included 2,248 square-foot (inclusive of the garage) tri-level, single-family residence, constructed entirely of concrete and steel windows. Following approval of the project, the property owner submitted a new application to change the structural composition and façade of the residence from concrete to conventional stick framing with a stucco exterior, use a horizontal and vertical ¾ metal reveal accent, change the shape of one window on the west elevation, and replace the steel windows with Milguard dual-glazed vinyl windows on three elevations of the home. Planning Commission approved the requested changes on January 16, 2014, with specific conditions of approval per Resolution No (see Exhibit F). After issuance of building permits, the property was sold to a new owner in May The new property owner recorded both Planning Commission Resolutions No and A certified copy of the signed affidavit of acceptance was submitted on May 12, 2016, acknowledging acceptance of the conditions of approval of the project. Construction of the home commenced in July On October 30, 2017, the applicant, Mr. Ahdoot, submitted a new application for a Site Plan Review and Scenic Corridor permit on behalf of the property owner, to make significant changes to the originally approved project. Proposed modifications include: 1) changes to the approved exterior finishes; 2) changes to the locations and sizes of windows on all four elevations of the home; and 3) reconfigured floorplans and a new enclosed mechanical on the shaft west elevation. Staff has confirmed that all of the proposed changes to the windows and the mechanical shaft have already been changed onsite and as such, these modification requests are retroactive. Additionally, construction of the project has been halted until a new decision is made with this project application. On December 5, 2017, the project was reviewed by the Development Review Committee. The project was reviewed by the Architectural Review Panel on December 22, 2017, and again on February 23, The project was deemed complete on March 1, STAFF ANALYSIS: A. Proposed Modifications: The modifications include: 1) changes to the location and sizes of windows on all four elevations; 2) replacing the approved steel and concrete balcony railings with glass panels; 3) construction of a new enclosed mechanical shaft on the west elevation; and 4) changes to the interior floorplans (see plans, Exhibit B).

3 Page 3 B. Building Layout and Development Standards: The proposed modifications are façade and interior changes, and as a result, there is no change in use, height, setbacks, impact to the Heritage oak tree, floor area, off-street parking requirements, site coverage, etc. being proposed. C. Architecture: The Architectural Review Panel reviewed the proposed project on two occasions. At the first meeting on December 22, 2017, the Panel expressed several concerns with the original design (see elevation below), primarily regarding the new exterior finishes. The Panel asked the applicant to choose warmer (not lighter) stucco colors to complement the proposed wood siding versus the proposed cooler, two-toned gray colors. The Panel recommended that the redwood siding be set on metal channels or a rain screen system to project it from the stucco surface. The Panel also recommended that the corner window be set in; to use articulated aluminum expansion joints; and provide details for the proposed handrail and garage door. The Panel recommended that the applicant return to the Panel with a design that incorporates their comments (see Exhibit D ARP minutes). Original Submittal Street-Side (South) Elevation The applicant returned to the ARP Panel on February 23, 2018, with revised plans (see elevation below). The applicant incorporated the recommendations for the corner window detail and projected siding, but also added ledge stone material to the south and west side elevation of the garage floor level. The Panel expressed concerns about the proposal for three exterior finishes. They recommended that the applicant use only two exterior materials, one being stucco and the other being a siding or similar material (not ledgestone) wrapped on all three sides of the protruding portion of the residence (on the street side). The second material should be a warmer, more earth toned contrasting color. The Panel recommended the changes be submitted to Panelist Shepphird for a follow up review and final recommendation prior to proceeding to Planning Commission.

4 Page 4 Second ARP Submittal Street-Side (South) Elevation Following the ARP meeting, the applicant opted to forgo the ARP s recommendations and submit a third revised plan (see Exhibit B Site Plans), closer in design to the previously approved project from The proposal is for a stucco home, which utilizes the same stucco and fascia colors, as the previously approved project. D. Landscaping: New Rose Echeveria succulents are proposed in street-side yard of the property along Summit Drive and Euonymus Japonicus plants are proposed along the west side of the residence to screen the HVAC equipment. With the proposed changes, the pervious surface is 66.06%, which complies with the minimum 65% requirement. E. Oak Trees: The Heritage Oak Tree located on the western portion of the property will remain onsite and all conditions of approval pertaining to the oak tree from previous Planning Commission Resolutions are incorporated into the resolution for this project, attached as Exhibit A. REQUIRED FINDINGS: The findings required in Section (Site Plan Review) and Section (Scenic Corridor Permit) of the Calabasas Municipal Code are contained in the resolution attached as Exhibit A. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW: This project is Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section (Existing Facilities) and Section (Class 3 New Construction) of the California CEQA Guidelines.

5 Page 5 CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: See conditions contained in the resolution attached as Exhibit A. PREVIOUS REVIEWS: Development Review Committee (DRC): December 5, 2017 Minor revisions to plans requested. Architectural Review Panel (ARP): December 22, 2017 See Exhibit D ARP minutes February 23, 2018 See Exhibit D ARP minutes ATTACHMENTS: Exhibit A: Planning Commission Resolution No Exhibit B: Site Plans and Elevations Exhibit C: Photographs of site Exhibit D: ARP minutes from December 22, 2017 and February 23, 2018 Exhibit E: Planning Commission Resolution No Exhibit F: Planning Commission Resolution No

6 Page 6 TECHNICAL APPENDIX Location Map: Summit Drive Development Standards: Code Limit Meets Code Lot Size: (easement) 5, Sq. Ft. Sq. Ft. Pervious Surface: 3,401 Sq. Ft % 65% Minimum Yes Proposed Color Palette: Stucco Color: Davis Color Code 0.5LB41 Fascia Color: Martha Stewart Living Brown Alpaca, Code MSL204 Roof: Asphalt Shingle ICC RSR #1717 Front Door: Brushed Stainless Steel Garage Door: Wood Surrounding Properties: Existing Land Use Zoning General Plan Designation Site Single-Family Residence RC Rural Community (under construction) West Residential, Single-Family RC Rural Community East Vacant Land HM Hillside Mountainous North Residential, Single-Family RC Rural Community South Residential, Single-Family RC Rural Community