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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2005-01-11 - RESOLUTIONS - CAROUSEL RANCH APPROV MC04 375 (2)RESOLUTION NO. 05-9 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA APPROVING MASTER CASE NO. 04-375, TEMPORARY USE PERMIT 04-020 FOR THE OPERATION OF NON-PROFIT COMMERCIAL STABLES CONSISTING OF A PROGRAM THAT PROVIDES EQUESTRIAN THERAPY FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES WITHIN THE SAND CANYON COMMUNITY IN THE RESIDENTIAL ESTATE ZONE AT 26101 RAVENHILL ROAD, IN THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Santa Clarita (hereafter "City") herby makes the following findings of fact: A. On September 8, 2004, an entitlement was filed by Carousel Ranch, Inc. (the "applicant") with the Department of Planning & Economic Development, which included a request to operate non-profit commercial stables consisting of a program that provides equestrian therapy for children and adults with disabilities within the Sand Canyon community in the Residential Estate zone. This project includes the use of one existing 25' x 10' portable office trailer and one existing 15' x 8' portable tack room. The stables, riding ring and arena are existing and have been in place for previous residential and commercial uses prior to Carousel Ranch's arrival. No grading is proposed with this application and the project does not encroach upon the protected zone of any oak trees. B. The project site is located at 26101 Ravenhill Road, in the southeastern portion of the City of Santa Clarita, in the Residential Estate (RE) zone at the northwest comer of Ravenhill Road and Placerita Canyon Road. C. The surrounding land uses consist of a combination of rural, equestrian and residential to the north, east, west and south. D. There will be no harmful effect upon environmental quality and natural resources. A Notice of Exemption was prepared for this project. No environmental impacts associated with the operation of the stables are anticipated. E. On October 21, 2003, the Planning Commission approved Temporary Use Permit 03-020 for the same request as contained in this proposed temporary use permit. That permit was conditioned to expire on October 21, 2004. Carousel Ranch was required to pursue a subsequent temporary use permit in order to continue its operations at this location beyond this date. F. The Planning Commission held a duly noticed hearing on this issue on -- October 19, 2004. This hearing was held at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall, 23920 Valencia Boulevard, Santa Clarita. At the hearing, the Planning Commission Resolution No. 05-9 Page 2 considered a staff presentation, the staff report and the applicant presentations and approved the project. G. An appeal letter was submitted on November 3, 2004, requesting an appeal of the Planning Commission's decision. H. A public hearing was duly noticed for the City Council meeting of January 11, 2005, which was held at 6:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers, 23920 Valencia Boulevard, Santa Clarita, CA. At this meeting, the Council conducted the public hearing, received the staff presentation, took testimony from the public and the applicant, closed the public hearing and deliberated on the proposed project. I. Public participation and notification requirements pursuant to Sections 65090 and 65854 of the Government Code of the State of California were duly followed. CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT FINDINGS. A Notice of Exemption for this project was prepared in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). A. This project is exempt per Article 19: Categorical Exemptions, Section 15303: New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures, of CEQA as a Class 15 which consists of construction and location of limited numbers of new, small facilities or structures; installation of small new equipment and facilities in small structures; and the conversion of existing small structures from one use to another where only minor modifications are made in the exterior of the structure. B. The location of the documents and other material which constitutes the record of proceedings upon which the decision of the Planning Commission is the Master Case 04-375 project file within the Planning and Economic Development Department and is in the custody of the Director of Planning and Economic Development. SECTION 1. TEMPORARY USE PERMIT FINDINGS. In making its determination regarding the temporary use permit application, the City Council has considered certain principles and standards, and finds and determines as follows: A. That the operations of non-profit stables in the RE (Residential Estate) zone to provide equestrian therapy to the disabled, with the attached Conditions of Approval, is in accordance with the purpose of the Unified Development Code, the purpose of the zone in which it is located, the Santa Clarita General Plan and the development policies and standards of the City; and B. That the location, size, design and operating characteristics of the stables and use would be compatible with the adjacent uses in the residential neighborhood. This proposed use will be compatible with and will not adversely affect or be materially detrimental to adjacent uses, with consideration given to: Resolution No. 05-9 Page 3 1. Harmony in scale, bulk, coverage, and density. The proposed use is for the operation of non-profit equestrian stables for four days a week totaling less than 20 hours per week. No grading or new construction is proposed with this application. With the attached Conditions (Exhibit A), no impact to the surrounding uses or properties is anticipated. 2. In the past, this site has been used for breeding, training and selling horses. No change to the existing residential use is proposed with this project. 3. Any needed public facilities, services, and utilities are readily available for the proposed use. 4. The harmful effect, if any, on desirable neighborhood character. The proposed intensity of the operations—four days a week for four to five -and -a -hal' hours at a time, is not anticipated to impact or cause harm to the adjacent existing residential area as rural and equestrian uses exist throughout the community. 5. The traffic generated for this proposed use --estimated to be less than 200 vehicle trips per week --is not anticipated to impact the capacity and physical character of the surrounding streets and is consistent with existing traffic generation in the area. 6. The proposal for commercial stables within the Sand Canyon community is suitable for the type and intensity of the neighborhood uses. The subject site meets all the development standards established in the City's Unified Development Code. C. That the proposed use is consistent with similar rural and equestrian characteristics of the surrounding existing and adjacent residential land use designations, and does not conflict with the surrounding uses or conflict with the existing surrounding structures that are similar in use, and the conditions under which it would be operated or maintained will not be detrimental to the public health, safety or welfare or materially injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity. D. That the proposed use will comply with each of the applicable provisions of this code. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Santa Clarita, California, as follows: SECTION 2. The City Council hereby approves Master Case 04-375, Temporary Use Permit 04-020 to operate non-profit commercial stables for one year consisting of a program that provides equestrian therapy for children and adults with disabilities within the Sand Canyon community in the Residential Estate zone at 26101 Ravenhill Road subject to the attached Conditions of Approval (Exhibit A). Resolution No. 05-9 Page 4 SECTION 3. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 11`h day of January, 2005. IMI I1;fts CITY CLERK STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) ss. CITY OF SANTA CLARITA ) I, Sharon L. Dawson, CMC, City Clerk of the City of Santa Clarita, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly adoeted by the City Council of the City of Santa Clarita at a regular meeting thereof, held on the 11` day of January, 2005, by the following vote: AYES: NOES: RECUSE: ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS [09910 ►[41EITI0&1:3d:7�` Weste, McLean, Ferry Smyth COUNCH-MEMBERS: Kellar COUNCILMEMBERS: None CITY CLERK STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) ss. CITY OF SANTA CLARTTA ) CERTIFICATION OF CITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION I, Sharon L. Dawson, City Clerk of the City of Santa Clarita, do hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of the original Resolution No. 05-9, adopted by the City Council of the City of Santa Clarita, California on January 11, 2005, which is now on file in my office. Witness my hand and seal of the City of Santa Clarita, California, this _ day of 20_. Sharon L. Dawson, CMC City Clerk By Susan Coffman Deputy City Clerk Exhibit A Resolution Master Case 04-375 Temporary Use Permit 04-020 FINAL CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL GENERAL CONDITIONS GC1. The approval of this project shall expire if not put into use within three months from the date of conditional approval, unless it is extended in accordance with the terms and provisions of the City of Santa Clarita's Unified Development Code. GC2. This temporary use permit approval is valid for one year and it expires at midnight on October 21, 2005. No further extensions to this entitlement shall be granted. GC3. The applicant shall be responsible for notifying the Director of Planning and Economic Development, in writing, of any change in ownership, designation of a new engineer, or change in the status of the developer, within 30 days of said change. GC4. Unless otherwise apparent from the context, the term "applicant" shall include the applicant and any other persons, corporation, or other entity making use of this grant. The applicant shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City of Santa Clarita, its agents, officers, and employees from any claim, action, or proceeding against the City or its agents, officers, or employees to attach, set aside, void, or annul the approval of this Project by the City, which action is provided for in Government Code Section 66499.37. In the event the City becomes aware of any such claim, action, or proceeding, the City shall promptly notify the applicant, or if the City fails to cooperate fully in the defense, the applicant shall not thereafter be responsible to defend, indemnify, or hold harmless the City. Nothing contained in this Condition prohibits the City from participating in the defense of any claim, action, or proceeding, if both of the following occur: 1) The City bears its own attorneys' fees and costs; and 2) the City defends the action in good faith. The applicant shall not be required to pay or perform any settlement unless the settlement is approved by the applicant. GCS. The property shall be developed and maintained in substantial conformance with the approvals granted by the City. Any modifications shall be subject to further review by the City. GC6. The applicant and property owner shall comply with all inspection requirements as deemed necessary by the City of Santa Clarita. GC7. The owner, at the time of issuance of permits or other grants of approval agrees to develop the property in accordance with City codes and other appropriate ordinances such as the Building Code, Plumbing Code, Grading Code, Highway Permit Ordinance, Mechanical Code, Zoning Ordinance, Undergrounding of Utilities Ordinance, Sanitary Sewer and Industrial Waste Ordinance, Electrical Ordinance and Fire Code. GCB. The applicant must sign and notarize the attached affidavit to accept the conditions of this grant. The notarized affidavit must then be returned to the Department of Planning and Economic Development before approval is granted. Resolution MC No. 04-375, Conditions of Approval Page 2 of 3 PLANNING DIVISION PLL The applicant shall be limited to providing equestrian therapy services up to four days per week totaling 17.5 (seventeen and a halt) hours per week. PL2. During the summer, (mid-June through mid-September) the applicant shall be limited to providing equestrian therapy services subject to the following hours of operation: Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and from 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Saturdays. PL3. During the time period of mid-September through mid-June, the applicant shall be limited to providing equestrian therapy services subject to the following hours of operation: Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Saturdays. PL4. The applicant shall be limited to providing equestrian services on site to no more than 80 students per week; no more than three lessons scheduled per half hour; no more than a total of 19 lessons on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays; and no more than a total of 28 lessons on Saturdays. PLS. The applicant shall be limited to an on-site staff of 20 consisting of a combination of therapists, administrative assistance, volunteers, managers and coordinators. PL6. The applicant shall provide for and designate parking on site for up to eight vehicles for Carousel Ranch employees, volunteers and patrons on the private property, 26101 Ravenhill Road. PL7. No lights shall be installed as part of the project. PL8. The applicant shall implement dust control measures as appropriate—primarily consisting of, but not limited to, watering down the arena dirt floor. PL9. The applicant shall arrange for regular collection and recycling of horse manure from a local, franchised waste hauler. PL10. No approval is given by this permit to schedule or conduct any special events, fundraisers, festivals or shows on the property. PLll. No signs are approved with this permit. PL12. The applicant shall comply with all Building & Safety Division and Los Angeles County Fire Department construction requirements. PL13. The applicant shall comply with all of the applicable County Health Department requirements. PL14. This approval does not supersede the approval of any other affected agency. Resolution MC No. 04-375, Conditions of Approval Page 3 of 3 PL15. This grant shall not be effective for any purpose until the permittee and the owner of the property involved have filed, with the Director of Planning and Economic Development, their affidavit stating that they are aware of, and agree to accept, all conditions of this grant. ADDED BY PLANNING COMMISSON —OCTOBER 19, 2004 1. During the next year, the applicant shall conduct a public neighborhood outreach program that will consist of the following: • Quarterly Open House on site to address community concerns related to therapy operations. The meeting schedule shall be established and submitted to the Planning Division prior to November 15, 2004. • A newsletter sent to area homeowners. Newsletter shall include notification of time and location of Carousel Ranch Board Meetings and shall invite area residents to attend. Newsletter to publish a Carousel Ranch representative's name, phone number and email for the community to contact as necessary. ADDED BY CITY COUNCIL — JANUARY 11, 2005 1. Carousel Ranch activities shall be confined to the private property at the project location, 26101 Ravenhill Road. S. 1 PBS I CURRENT 1 !2004104-3751 CONDITIONS OF APPROUAL.doc