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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Resolution _4847- Case 5.0960 CUPRESOLUTION NO. 4847 RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING CASE NO. 5.0960, A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR A 710 SQUARE FOOT GUESTHOUSE LOCATED AT 855 NORTH HERMOSA DRIVE, ZONE R-1-C, SECTION 11. WHEREAS, the Irene James (the "applicant") has filed an application for a Conditional Use permit to construct a 710 square foot guest house at 855 North Hermosa Drive, Zone R-1- C, Section 11; and WHEREAS, the Zoning Ordinance requires that a guesthouse larger than 1150 of the lot size as well as those with kitchens may be permitted subject to the approval of a Conditional Use Permit; and WHEREAS, notice of public hearing of the Planning Commission of the City of Palm Springs to consider Case No. 5.0960 was given in accordance with applicable law; and WHEREAS, on May 28, 2003, a public hearing on the application for Case No. 5.0960 was held by the Planning Commission in accordance with applicable law; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has carefully reviewed and considered all of the evidence presented in connection with the hearing on the project, including but not limited to the staff report, and all written and oral testimony presented. THE PLANNING COMMISSION HEREBY FINDS AS FOLLOWS: Section 1: Pursuant to CEQA, the Planning Commission finds that this project is categorically exempt from further environmental review per Section 15301 (Existing Facilities) and Section 15303 (New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures), whereas the proposed guest house meets the conditions outlined for new construction of small structures and for minor additions to existing structures. Section 2: Pursuant to Section 94.02.00 of the Zoning Ordinance, the Planning Commission finds that: a. The use applied for at the location set forth in the application is properly one for which a Conditional Use Permit is authorized by the CiVs zoning ordinance. Pursuant to the Zoning Ordinance, a guest house is a use which is conditionally permitted in the R-1-C zone, for lots with a minimum size of 15,000 square feet in area and occupy more than 1150 of the total lot area. At 17,000 square feet in area, the lot exceeds the minimum size required for a guest house. b. The said use is necessary or desirable for the development of the community, and is in harmony with the various elements or objectives of the General Plan, and is not detrimental to the existing or future uses specifically permitted in the zone in which the proposed use is to be located. The proposed use and improvements are desirable in that it will allow for the residents of the single family residence, which is the primary structure on the property, to accommodate occasional guests with a separate living area and also allow for additional storage. Guest houses are for occasional visitors and therefore, the proposed structure is consistent with the objectives of the General Plan, and will not be detrimental to the existing or future permitted uses within the R-1-C zone in which the proposed use is to be located. C. The site for the intended use is adequate in size and shape to accommodate said use, including yards, setbacks, walls or fences, landscaping and other features required in order to adjust said use to those existing or permitted future uses of land in the neighborhood. The lot area exceeds the minimum lot area requirements forthe intended use. As such, the project site is adequate in size and shape to accommodate the proposed guest house, including yards, setbacks, and required parking. d. The site for the proposed use relates to streets and highways properly designed and improved to cant' the type and quantity of traffic to be generated by the proposed use. The project site is accessed by public streets which are adequate to serve the residential neighborhood within which the site is located. The guesthouse will serve only occasional visitors to the single family residence, which is the primary use on the site and will not intensify uses on the site or in the area. e. The conditions to be imposed are deemed necessary to protect the public health, safety and general welfare, of the existing neighborhood in which this project is situated. All proposed conditions of approval are necessary to ensure compliance with Zoning Ordinance requirements and to ensure the public health, safety and welfare. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that, based upon the foregoing, the Planning Commission hereby approves Conditional Use Permit 5.0960 subject to those conditions set forth in the attached Exhibit A, which are to be satisfied prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy unless otherwise specified. ADOPTED this 2e day of May, 2003. AYES: Klatchko, Matthews, Marantz, Grence, Shoenberger NOES: Caffery ABSENT: ABSTENTIONS: Conrad UNA Ons w.-- a IL� - Cha an of the Planning Commission CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA Secr tary of he Planning Commission