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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2001-04RESOLUTION NO. 2001-04 APPROVING LAND USE PERMIT REQUEST LUP 2000-38 ALLOWING THE CONSTRUCTION OF A 750 +/- SQUARE FOOT SECOND DWELLING UNIT AT 854 DIABLO ROAD (APN: 196-472-017- CHANG) WHEREAS, Terri Chang has requested approval of a Land Use Permit request (LUP 2000- 38) to allow the construction of a 750 +/- square foot detached second dwelling on a 1.17 +/- acre site; and WHEREAS, the subject site is located at 854 Diablo Road, and is further identified as Assessor's Parcel Number 196-472-017; and WHEREAS, the Town of Danville R-12; Single Family Residential District Ordinance and Second Dwelling Unit Ordinance require approval of a Land Use Permit prior to the establishment of a second dwelling unit; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission did review the project at a noticed public hearing on January 23, 2001; and WHEREAS, the project has been found to be Categorically Exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA); and WHEREAS, the public notice of this action was given in all respects as required by law; and WHEREAS, a staff report was submitted recommending that the Planning Commission approve the request; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission did hear and consider all reports, recommendations, and testimony submitted in writing and presented at the hearing; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, that the Planning Commission of the Town of Danville approves Land Use Permit request LUP 2000-38 per the conditions contained herein, and makes the following findings in support of this action: FINDINGS The proposed land use will not be detrimental to the health, safety, and general welfare of the Town because the Town of Danville encourages second dwelling units to provide affordable housing within the Town. The land use will not adversely affect the orderly development of property within the Town because the proposed land use is consistent with the land use requirements for this parcel. The land use will not adversely affect the preservation of property values and the protection of the tax base within the Town The land use will not adversely affect the policy and goals as set by the General Plan because the proposed land use is encouraged in the housing element of the General Plan. The land use will not create a nuisance and/or enforcement problem within the neighborhood or community because the proposed residential use is consistent with the existing residential character of the neighborhood. The land use will not encourage marginal development within the neighborhood because the development will be of high quality and compatible with the character of the neighborhood. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL Unless otherwise specified, the following conditions shall be complied with prior to the issuance of a building permit for the project. Each item is subject to review and approval by the Planning Division unless otherwise specified. This approval is for the construction of a 750 +/- square foot second dwelling unit. Except as amended by the conditions contain herein, development shall be substantially as shown on the project drawing labeled "Chang Residence," consisting of 6 sheets, dated received by the Planning Division on October 11, 2000. 2. The colors and materials shall match the existing primary residence. Prior to final occupancy, the applicant shall remove all concrete around the second dwelling unit that will not be converted to a sport court The applicant shall add landscaping to the east elevations of the proposed second dwelling unit on the north portion of the parcel. A final landscape plan for the second dwelling unit shall be submitted to the Planning Division for review and approval prior to the issuance of a building permit. PAGE 2 OF RESOLUTION 2001-04 ~ 5. The landscaping around the second dwelling unit shall be installed prior to the occupancy of the structure. 10. 12. The landscaping shall be provided with an irrigation system and shall be maintained in a healthy growing condition. Prior to the issuance of a building permit for the project, the applicant shall submit to the Town evidence that the Contra Costa County Flood Control District's easement has be modified to accommodate the second dwelling unit. The applicant shall pay or be subject to any and all applicable Town and other related fees. These fees shall be based on the current fee schedule in effect at the time the relevant permits are secured, and shall be paid prior to issuance of said permit. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the applicant shall reimburse the Town for notifying surrounding neighboring residents of the January 23, 2001 public hearing. The fee shall be $148.50 (99 notices X $0.75 per notice X 2). Prior to the issuance of a building permit for the construction of the second dwelling unit, the applicant shall submit written documentation that all requirements of the San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District (SRVFPD) and the San Ramon Valley Unified School District (SRVUSD) have been met to the satisfaction of these respective agencies. The property owner shall occupy either the principal or the secondary residential unit. If neither unit is owner-occupied, then the use of the property shall revert to a single family occupancy~ Nothing in this section shall be construed to prohibit one or both of the units remaining vacant. Before obtaining a Building Permit for a second dwelling unit, the property owner shall file with the County Recorder a declaration or an agreement of restrictions, which has been approved by the City Attorney as to its form and content, and stating that: The second dwelling unit shall not be sold separately and may not be subdivided. The second dwelling unit is restricted to the size approved by the Land Use Permit allowing the unit. The restrictions shall be binding upon any successor in ownership or the property and lack of compliance shall result in proceedings to revoke the Land Use Permit. PAGE 3 OF RESOLUTION 2001-04 The Land Use Permit allowing the second dwelling unit shall be in effect only so long as either the primary residence, or the second dwelling unit is occupied by the owner of record of the property. Construction activity shall be restricted to the period between the weekday hours of 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (Mondays through Fridays), unless otherwise approved in writing by the City Engineer for general construction activity and the Chief Building Official for building construction activity. 14. Domestic water supply shall be from an existing public water system. Water supply service shall be from the East Bay Municipal Utility District (EBMUD) water system in accordance with the requirements of EBMUD 15. All wastewater shall be disposed into an existing sewer system. Sewer disposal service shall be from the Central Contra Costa Sanitary District (CCCSD) sewer system in accordance with the requirements of CCCSD. 16. The second dwelling unit shall be constructed in conformance with the Building Division requirements. APPROVED by the Danville Planning Commission at a regular meeting on January 23, 2001 by the following vote: AYES: NOES: ABSTAIN: ABSENT: Combs, Graham, Jamison, Legg, Moran, Osborn, Storer APPROVED AS TO FORM: City Attorney ~annlng PAGE 4 OF RESOLUTION 2001-04