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Please describe fully the proposed project. Include any details necessary to adequately
explain the scope and/or operation of the proposed project. You may also include any
background information and supporting statements regarding the reasons for, or
appropriateness of, the application. Use an addendum sheet if necessary.
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JUSTIFICATION FOR VARIANCE
By law a Variance may be approved .only if certain facts are found to exist. Please read these
requirements carefully and explain how the proposed project meets each of these facts. Use
additional sheets if necessary.
1. Explain why there are exceptional or extraordinary circumstances or conditions applicable
to the property or to the intended use that do not apply generally to the other property or
class of use in the same vicinity and zone:
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2. Explain why such variance is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of a substantial
property right possessed by other property in the same vicinity and zone but which is denied
to the property in question:
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APPLIclQnON REQUIREMENTS FOR
ADMINIsrRATlVEVARIANcE'~'
VARIANCE
A variance application is required whenever an applicant desires a variance from the requirements
of the zoning code. A variance may be approved as an administrative act by either the Planning
Commission or the Planning Director. A variance which can be approved by the Planning Director
is known as an Adminisaative variance and is limited to the following:
1. Modification of distance or area regulations, provided such modification does not
exceed seventy-five percent of required front, side or rear yards nor exceed ten
percent of maximum lot coverage regulations;
not result in a lot width less than fifty (SO) feet;
2. Modification of the minimum lot width regulation, provided such modification does
3. Walls or fences to exceed heights permitted by the zoning regulations;
4. Modifications to the sign area regulations, provided such modification does not
5. Modifications to the sign height regulations, provided such modification does not
exceed ten percent of the maximum allowed sign area;
exceed ten percent of the maximum allowed sign height.
materials are required to be submitted with the application except as noted on #7
Completed Variance Justification Form.
Eight (8) copies (four (4) copies for Administrative Variance) of a site plan prepared
on a 24" x 36" sheet(s) folded to 8 1/2" x 11". The site plan shall include the
following information:
A. Name and address of applicant, engineer and/or architect, etc.
B. Location, size and use of all easements.
C. Dimensions's and locations of:
access, both pedestrian and vehicular, showing service areas and points of
ingress and egress, offstreet parking and loading areas showing location,
number and typical dimension of spaces, and wheel stops.
D. Distance between buildings and/or structures.
E. Building setbackq (front, rear and sides).
F. Location, height, and materials of walls and fences.
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G. Location of freestanding signs.
H. A summarytabfe 'indicating the following information (if applicable to the
variance) :
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site acreage
existing zone and land use
proposed land use
total building coverage
building square footage
percent landscaping
number of parking spaces
square footage of opedrecreational space (if applicable)
cubic footage of storage space (if applicable).
Eight (8) copies (four [4] copies for Administrative Variances) of the building and
floor plans prepared on 24" x 36" sheets folded to 8 1/2" x 11" size. The building
and floor plans shall include the following:
A Location and size of storage areas (if applicable)
B. AU buildings, structure, walls and/or fences, signs and exterior lights.
One (1) copy of 8 1/2" x 11" site plan. (Not required for administrative variance.)
One (1) copy of 8 1/2" x 11" location map (suggested scale 200" - vicinity maps on
the site plan are not acceptable).
Disclosure Statement.
- Noll3: WHEN THE APPLICATION IS TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD BY THE DECE1ON"AKING BODY, THE PROJECT PLANNER WILL
CONTACT *E APPLICANT AND ADVISE HIM TO SUBMIT THE RADIUS MAP,
lW0 SETS OF THE PROPERIY OWNERS LIST. LABELS AND POSTAGE. THE
APPLICANT SHALL BE REQUIRED TO SIGN A SI'ATEMENT CEXTIFYING
THAT THE INFORMATION PROVIDED REPRESENTS THE LATEST
EQUALlzED ASSESSMENT ROLLS FROM THE SAN DIEGO COUNTY
ASSESSOR'S OFFICE. THE PROJECT WILL NOT GO FORWARD UNTIL THIS
INFORMATION IS RECEIVED.
7. ProDerty Owners' List and Addressed Labels
A typewritten list of names and addresses of all property owners within
a 300 foot radius of subject property (including the applicant and/or
owner). The list shall include the San Diego County Assessor's parcel
number from the latest assessment rolls.
Two (2) separate sets of mailing labels of the property owners within
a 300 foot radius of subject property. For any address other than
single family residence, apartment or suite number must be included.
DO NOT TYPE ASSESSOR'S PARCEL NUMBER ON LABELS. &Dlicant
must submit separate check to cover cost of Dostage.
a. 300 Foot Radius MaD
A map to scale not less than 1" = 200' showing each lot within 300 feet of the
exterior boundaries of the subject property. Each of these lots shall be
consecutively numbered and correspond with the property owner's list. The
scale of the map may be reduced to a scale acceptable to the Planning Director if the required scale is impractical.
9. Three (3) copies of the Preliminary Title Report (current within the last six [6]
months).
10. Colored Site Plan and Elevation Plan (Not required with first submittal or with
Administrative Variances.) It is the Applicant's responsibility to bring one (1) copy of a colored site plan and one(1) copy of a colored elevation to the Planning
Department bv Noon einht (8) daw Drior to the Planninn Commission meetinn. Do
not mount exhibits.
DISCLOSURE STATEMENT
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APPLICANTS STATEMEM OF DISCLOSURE OF CERTAIN OWNERSHIP INERESTS ON ALL APPLICATIONS WHICH WILL REQUIRE
DISCRETIONARY ACTlON ON THE PART OF THE CRY COUNCIL OR ANY APPOINTED BOARD, COMMISSION OR COMMllTEE.
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The following information must be disclosed:
1. Amlicant
List the names and addresses of all persons having a financial interest in the application.
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Owner
List the names and addresses of all persons having any ownership interest in the property involved.
If any person identified pursuant to (1) or (2) above is a corporation or partnership, list the names and addresses of all individuals owning more than 10% of the shares in the corporation or owning any partnership
interest in the partnership.
If any person identifled pursuant to (1) or (2) above is a non-profit organization or a trust, list the names and
addresses of any person serving as officer or director of the non-profit organization or as trustee or beneficiary
of the trust.
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5. Have you had more than $250 worth of business transacted with any member of City staff, Boards,
Commissions, Committees and Council within the past twelve months?
Yes - No If yes, please indicate person@)
I - Person is dofinod ao: 'Any individual, firm, copa~tnorrhip, jointvonturo, Urocidon, social club, fratornd organization, corporation, mtnto, trust,
rscoivor, ryndicato, thir and any othor county, city and county, city municipdii, dirtrkt of oth.r political rubdiiirion, or uy othor group or
combination acting na a unit.'
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(NOTE: Attach additional pages as necessafy.)
Signature a4 appliant/date
Print or type name of Owner Print or type name of applicant
FRM00013 8/90
I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THE PROPERTY OWNERS LIST AND LABELS SUBMllTED TO
THE CITY OF CARLSBAD ON THIS DATE REPRESENT THE LATEST AVAILABLE
INFORMATION FROM THE ASSESSOR’S ROLES.
APPLICATION NAME AND NUMBER
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APPLICANT OR APPLICANT’S REPRESENTATIVE
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CASE
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NO: AV 91-12 .
NAME: Hill Residence
APPLICANT: SteDhen Hill
REQUEsr AND LOCATION: An 8' retaining wall in the sidevard setback and a reduced sidevard setback. for a storage structure. from 8' to 2'
LEGAL DESCRIPTION: 1
APN: 223-212-03 Acres .37 Proposed No. of Lots/Units 0
(Assessois Parcel Number)
GENERAL PLAN AND ZONING
Land Use Designation Residential Low Medium (RLM)
Density Allowed 0 Density Proposed 0
Existing Zone PC Proposed Zone 0
Surrounding Zoning and Land Use: (See attached for information on Carlsbad's Zoning Requirements)
zoning Land Use
Site PC RLM Residential
North pC Residential
south PC Residential
East PC Residential
west PC Residential
PUBUC FACILKIES
School District ,EDsinitas Water District Olivenhain Sewer District Ieucadia
Equivalent Dwelling Units (Sewer Capacity) 1
Public Facilities Fee Agreement, dated Not Recpked
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT
- Negative Declaration, issued
- Certified Environmental Impact Report, dated
Other, Exempt Der Subsection 1535(aI of CEOA mlh
e )livenhain Municipal Water Uistrict
A Public Agency
1966 OLlVENHAlN ROAD 0 ENCINITAS, CA 92024 (61 9) 753-6466
CUSTOMER SERVICE REQUEST
0 REPAIR METER [7 WATER OUTAGE
0 DIRTY WATEWTURBIDITY 0 TASTE, ODOR, COLOR
;r) HI/LO PRESSURE 0 HIGH BILL
OTHER:
NEW READING: PREVIOUS READING:
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2075 Las Palmas Drive, Carlsbad, California 92009
INSPECTION RECORD DO NOT REMOVE
APPROVE-D PLANS MUST BE KEPT ON THE JOB -.I 3SX0
CALL FOR BUILDING INSPECTION AT (619) 438-3101
CALL FOR ENGINEERING INSPECTION AT (619) 438-3891
JOB ADDRESS: CADP"C/P.
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1200 ELM AVENUE CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA 92008
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9/21/93
TELEPHONE (619) 434-2808
Planning Director
Assistant City Clerk
AV 91-12 - Hill Residence
THE ABOVE ITEM HAS BEEN APPEALED TO THE CITY COUNCIL.
According to the Municipal Code, appeals must be heard by the City Council
within 30 days of the date that the appeal was filed. (REMINDER: The item
will not be noticed in the newspaper until the agenda bill is signed off by
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Please process this item in accordance with the procedures contained in the
Agenda Bill Preparation Manual. If you have any questions, please call.
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CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA 92008
Office of the Cify Clerk
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Reason for Appeal:
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PUBLIC HEARING ITEM #10
AB #12,476 - APPEAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION DENIAL OF AN
ADMINISTRATIVE VARIANCE - AV 91-12(A) - HILL ADDENDUM
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Our home was purchased in 1978
Eleven (1 1) Floods - Our lives have been terribly disrupted each time it rained. We have
continually fought this situation in every way by ourselves. Replacing carpet and drapes,
pumping out water and mud, replacing drywall, etc. It has been a tremendous burden -
physically, emotionally and financially.
In 1987 we had a family death due to cancer. Two children, ages 8 and 10 were
depending on us, as well as our own son, Jason, who was 7 years old at the time.
In 1989 we applied for and were granted a permit to construct a second retaining wall.
We worked cooperatively with the Community Development Department throughout the
process of building the new retaining wall.
These steps included City inspections and approvals all along the way.
We removed the original retaining wall and slab.
Four (4) more floods occurred.
Carol Hill was diagnosed with cancer.
Under duress, in an emergency situation with Winter storms on the way, we built the
current structure, believing it to be within City Code.
The structure was built for the sole Dwose of diverting flooding waters and mud from
coming into our living room yet again.
This action does not set a precedent due to these extremely unusual circumstances. Other
properties in our area have exterior, not interior water conditions. Our wall has diverted
and solved many of their problems caused by these subsurface conditions.
We have made very attempt to provide the City with documentation of the subsurface
water conditions from uphill properties.
Documentation from the Olivenhain Municipal Water District (attached).
Pictures are available of the water conditions on the surrounding properties.
Engineers letters were made available from Mr. John Vernon which were attached to the m
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Council Staff Report. (Mr. Vernon is a registered Geotechnical Engineer for the State of
California and was recommended to us by the City.)
Testimony from our surrounding neighbors and a copy of a GeotechnicdStmctural
evaluation for the residence above us, which confirms moisture infiltration from the slope
to the east of us. (This report was prepared by Accutech Engineering Systems, Inc.)
We contend that having our living room flooded 15 times constitutes
EXTRAORDINARY CIRCUMSTANCES.
This variance is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of a substantial property
right to which we are deprived of by having to contend with continual flooding each
winter.
The mold and mildew problem creates an unsanitary living condition and is a threat to
our health.
The roof has stoDped the flooding Droblem. Our home is dry and healthy at this time --
even with last year's tremendous rain -- WE DID NOT FLOOD.
The roof structure is not detrimental to the surrounding properties as evidenced by the
lack of surrounding neighbors' opposition.
Four (4) legal notices of public hearings regarding this issue were sent to Our surrounding
neighbors.
We have made every effort, in Food faith, to comply with the Planning Commission and
City staff. It is essential for the welfare of our home and property that this structure
remain in tact.
We are asking that you be clear in your thoughts when interpreting our situation.
This structure was designed openly and honestly with the City of Carlsbad Planning
Department.
We are not looking for a handout, but a hand of assistance in solving our problem.
Strict application of the zoning ordinance would deprive us of privileges enjoyed by other
properties in our vicinity and under identical zoning classification. The Municipal Code
and Title 7 of the Government Code provide the basis for your approval of this variance
request.
We urgently request that you support our approval.
We encourage you to have the grace, dignity and courage to allow us the opportunity to
go forward with our lives in a dry home.
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JUSTIFICATION FOR VARIANCE
By law, a Variance may be approved only if certain facts are found to exist.
Please read these requirements carefully and explain how the proposed project
meets each of these facts. Use additional sheets, if necessary.
1. Explain why there are exceptional or extraordinary circumstances or
conditions applicable to the property or to the intended use that do not apply
generally to the other property or class of use in the same vicinity and zone:
We have the only property with such a large, sloping bank to the east of OUT
property and continued elevation difference, to Borla Place, with a sunken
living room as the lowest level, which collects the subsurface water.
There is significant height differences between our property and that of our
neighbors. Having had our living room flooded 15 times would constitute
extraordinary circumstances.
Most homes down the hill from our property originally had retaining walls
built. Our property has not recorded soils reports. We have the only sunken
living room with a steep bank next to it. The subsoil water conditions have
been documented by the water district and other home owners in this area.
We have the only home that has water coming through it.
Unusual circumstances are in the documented testimony of the Olivenhain
Municipal Water District, the City's Engineer, David Hauser, said "It is
obvious that there is an underground water problem." and many neighbors
will also testify that there is extraordinary subsurface ground water problems
on this property which cause flooding to the living room, and is evident on
other areas in the vicinity, by water that flows in curbs and water aquifers
year round. The other locations within the area with any ground water
problems have exterior problems ... not interior.
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2. Explain why such variance is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment
of a substantial property right possessed by other property in the same
vicinity and zone but which is denied to the property in question:
This variance is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of a substantial
property right which we are deprived of by having to contend with continual
flooding. No other home suffers the same inconveniences and property
damage in.the vicinity an under identical zoning classification.
Because of the flooding prior to the roofing of the area, there was a
continual smell of mold and mildew in the home. As a young child our son,
Jason, had severe problems with colds and ear infections. Mold and
mildews are living spores and are not acceptable in a healthy home. The
roof structure has provided us over the last few years with a dry living room
and the mold and mildew has disappeared and no longer has an odor. This
has, therefore, provided us with the preservation and enjoyment of a
substantial property right, possessed by other property owners in the same
vicinity.
We have gone to extreme measures and personal expenses to preserve the
quality of life in our home on our own. No other home owners in this area
have had to attempt such drastic measures and expenses to live healthily and
happily. The preservation and enjoyment of our property rights are
jeopardized because of the flooding problem. No other properties within this
area have similar problems, so they do not have the same needs.
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3. Explain why the granting of such variance will not be materially detrimental
to the public welfare or injurious to the property or improvements in such
vicinity and zone in which the property is located:
A precedence would not be set if other properties would request the same
privilege because the structure was built for the sole purpose of diverting
flooding of the living room. Other properties in this area do not have such
extreme subsurface water conditions that come into their dwelling.
Obstruction of light is not a consideration because we are not on the same
level with surrounding properties. Our property and the one above are at
great distances to each other. Therefore, there is not light obstruction.
As far as emergency access and structure preparation is concerned, access is
available on the other side of the house. There are also 8-foot double doors
with access to the rear yard from the structure.
There are many homes built in this City which are closer together than the
home next to this structure where there is thirteen (13) feet of structure
separation.
The roof structure is not detrimental to the surrounding properties as
evidenced by the lack of neighbor opposition to the structure after four (4)
Public Notices were sent to each of the surrounding property owners. These
notices were dated: October 1,1992, November 19,1992, April 8,1993 and
November 4, 1993. (This was stated in the Findings Under Planning
Commission Resolution No. 3465.)
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Second day of December 1992
Signed by: Tome Erwin, Carlsbad Planning Commission
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4. Explain why the granting of such variance will not adversely affect the
comprehensive plan:
The granting of this variance will not adversely affect the Comprehensive
General Plan because the site is developed with a single-family home in a
residentially designated area.
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