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RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE TOWN OF LOS ALTOS
HILLS APPROVING A PERMIT MODIFICATION AND SITE DEVELOPMENT
PERMIT TO ALLOW FOR MODIFICATIONS TO AN APPROVED TWO-STORY
ESTATE HOME AT 12355 STONEBROOK DRIVE
WHEREAS, The Town of Los Altos Hills received an application for a Site Development
Permit (SD19-0016) from Dutchints Development LLC to allow for the construction of a new
12,895 square -foot residence, a new 638 square -foot accessory dwelling unit (ADU), and a new
1,500 square -foot pool ("Project"); and
WHEREAS, the Town of Los Altos Hills Planning Commission held a duly noticed public
hearing on August 1, 2019 and approved the Project after consideration of all written
documentation and public comments; and
WHEREAS, building permits (BLD 19-0418 & BLD 19-0419) were issued for the Proj ect
on October 1, 2019; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Los Altos Hills received an application for a Permit
Modification (PM21-0004) and Site Development Permit (SD21-0014) from the Mattela Atluri
Revocable Trust to allow for the construction of a new 1,630 square -foot bunker and 785 square -
foot basement beneath an expanded cabana totaling 785 square feet, an expanded ADU totaling
1,103 square feet, a new 2,579 square -foot roof deck with an attached 304 square -foot balcony,
and a reduction in garage floor area totaling 400 square feet ("Modification"); and
WHEREAS, the Modification is exempt from the provisions of the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15303(a) since the project includes the
construction of a new single-family residence where public services are available in a residential
zone; and
WHEREAS, the Modification application was processed in accordance with the
applicable provisions of the California Government Code and the Los Altos Hills Municipal Code;
and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing on May 6, 2021
to review the Modification and considered all written documentation and public comments; and
NOW, THEREFORE, the Planning Commission of the Town of Los Altos Hills hereby
APPROVES the Permit Modification (PM21-0004) and Site Development Permit (SD21-0014)
subject to the findings and conditions contained in Exhibits "A" and "B" and incorporated herein
by reference.
PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the Town of Los
Altos Hills on this 6th day of May, 2021, by the following vote:
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AYES: Patel, Indaco, Couperus, Smith, Waschura
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
By:Li-f.��)pafd
Rajiv Yiel, Chair
ATTEST:
Zachary Dahl, Planning and Building Director
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EXHIBIT A
FINDINGS
12355 Stonebrook Drive -- File # PM21-0004 & SD20-0014
1. With regard to the Site Development Permit (SD20-0014) to allow for modifications to the
main residence, accessory structures, an a new bunker/basement at 12355 Stonebrook Drive,
the Planning Commission finds in accordance with Section 10-2.102 of the Los Altos Hills
Municipal Code as follows:
a. The proposed development is in compliance with all regulations and policies set forth in
the Site Development ordinance.
The proposed modifications to the residence, accessory structures and new
bunk-er/basement and associated improvements comply with all regulations and policies
set forth in the Site Development Ordinance because the project does not exceed maximum
floor area and development area, building height limits, and is within the building setbacks.
2. With regard to the request to construct a bunker, the Planning Commission makes the following
findings:
a. The proposed bunker does not encroach into the required setbacks.
b. The proposed bunker is a minimum of 18 inches below natural grade.
c. The proposed bunker is wholly underground except for required exiting, lighting and
ventilation
d. The proposed bunker area is counted as development area except those portions placed
under surfaces already counted as development area
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CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
12355 Stonebrook Drive — File # SD21-0014
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
1. No other modifications to the approved plans are allowed except as otherwise first reviewed
and approved by the Planning Director or the Planning Commission, depending on the scope
of the changes.
2. The project is subject to the Town's Construction Time Limit Ordinance (Chapter 10, Title
VIII of the Municipal Code). The maximum time for completion of the new residence shall
be 36 months from the date of Building Permit issuance. Failure to complete the project in
the allotted time may result in substantial penalties and fees.
3. Prior to beginning any grading operation, all significant trees, particularly any heritage oak
trees, are to be fenced at the drip line. The fencing shall be of a material and structure (chain-
link) to clearly delineate the drip line. Town staff must inspect the fencing and the trees to
be fenced prior to commencement of grading. The property owner shall call for said
inspection at least three days in advance of the inspection. The fencing must remain
throughout the course of construction. No storage of equipment, vehicles or debris shall be
allowed within the drip lines of these trees. Existing perimeter plantings shall be fenced and
retained throughout the entire construction period.
4. Lightwell at sport/exercise room bunker shall be limited to a depth of six feet from the
structure and a length of 10 feet along the structure. Lightwell shall serve as landing for
exterior egress stairs.
5. Lightwell at basement shall be limited to a depth of six feet from the structure.
6. Stairs leading to basement and bunker area shall be relocated no closer to tree #39 than the
cabana.
7. Vehicular access to covered patios adjacent to garages shall be prohibited by planters or other
architectural element. Driveway area shall be reduced in front of covered patios to just
backing areas for remaining garages.
8. Exterior lighting is approved as modified. No more than six recessed lights at roof deck and
no more than eight recessed lights at loggia. All exterior lighting fixtures shall have non -
transparent glass or shall be down directed or shielded non-movable fixtures. Light fixtures
shall not emit more than 600 lumens and have a color temperature of no more than 3000K.
No lighting may be placed within setbacks except two driveway or entry lights. Any changes
to the lighting plan shall first be reviewed and approved prior to installation.
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9. Roof eaves of all structures shall not encroach into the required side and rear yards. The roof
eaves shall be shown on the site and civil plans in the construction drawings.
10. No new fencing is approved. All future fencing requests shall be reviewed by the Planning
Department prior to installation.
11. Exterior finish colors of all buildings shall have a light reflectivity value of 50 or less and roof
materials shall have a light reflectivity value of 40 or less, per manufacturer
specifications. Metal roofs shall have a dark, matte finish. All color samples shall be submitted
to the Planning Department for approval prior to acceptance ofplans for building plan check.
All applicable structures shall be painted in conformance with the approved color(s) prior to
final inspection.
12. Skylights, if utilized, shall be designed and constructed to reduce emitted light (tinted or
colored glass, or other material). No lighting may be placed within skylight wells.
13. Fire retardant roofing (Class A) is required for all new construction.
14. All properties shall pay School District fees to either the Los Altos School District or the
Palo Alto Unified School District, as applicable, prior to issuance. The applicant shall take
a copy of worksheet #2 to school district offices, pay the appropriate fees and provide the
Town with a copy of the receipts.
ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
15. Any, and all, changes to the approved grading and drainage plan shall first be approved by
the Town Engineering Department. No grading shall take place during the grading restriction
(October 1St to April 30th) except with prior approval from the City Engineer. No grading
shall take place within ten feet of any property line.
16. All public utility services serving this property shall be placed underground. The applicant
should contact PG&E immediately after issuance of building permit to start the application
process for undergrounding utilities which can take up to 6-8 months.
17. An encroachment permit shall be obtained from the Public Works Department for all work
proposed in the public right-of-way. No work within the public right-of-way shall commence
without an encroachment permit.
18. The property owner shall provide the Town with high-quality color photographs of the
existing conditions of the roadways and pathways at time of submittal for building plan
check.
19. All hydrant use is strictly prohibited by the Purissima Hills Water District. A permit for
obtaining water for grading and construction purposes must be obtained from the Purissima
Hills Water District, and submitted for approval to the Town Engineering Department at time
ofsubmittal for buildingplan check. The permit will authorize the use of water from specific
on-site or off-site water sources.
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20. The property owner shall provide a copy of the Residential Service Design Load Information
to the Public Works Department prior to acceptance of plans for building plan check.
21. Two copies of a Grading & Construction Operation plan shall be submitted by the property
owner for review and approval by the City Engineer and Planning Director prior to
acceptance of plans for building permit plan check. The grading/construction operation
plan shall. address truck traffic issues regarding dust, noise, and vehicular and pedestrian
traffic safety on Stonebrook Drive and surrounding roadways; storage of construction
materials; placement of sanitary facilities; parking for construction vehicles; and parking for
construction personnel. A debris box (trash dumpster) shall be placed on site for collection
of construction debris. Arrangements must be made with the GreenWaste Recovery, Inc.
for the debris box, since they have a franchise with the Town and no other hauler is allowed
within the Town limits.
22. Two sets of a final Grading and Drainage plan shall be submitted for review and approval by
the Engineering Department. Final drainage and grading shall be inspected by the
Engineering Department and any deficiencies corrected to the satisfaction of the Engineering
Department.
23. Two copies of an Erosion and Sediment Control plan shall be submitted for review and
approval by the Engineering Department. The contractor and the property owner shall
comply with all appropriate requirements of the Town's NPDES permit relative to grading
and erosion/sediment control.
24. The Engineer of Record shall observe the installation of the drainage system, construction of
the energy dissipators, and completion of the grading activities and state that items have been
installed and constructed per the approved plans. A stamped and signed letter shall be
prepared and submitted to the Town prior to. final inspection.
25. All areas on the site that have the native soil disturbed shall be protected for erosion control
during the rainy season and shall be replanted prior to final inspection.
26. The property owner shall inform the Town of any damage and shall repair any damage caused
by the construction of the project to pathways, private driveways, and public and private
roadways prior to final inspection.
FIRE DEPARTMENT
23. The fire flow for this project is 3,250 GPM at 20 psi residual pressure from a single hydrant.
If an automatic fire sprinkler system will be installed, the fire flow will be reduced by 50%
establishing an adjusted fire flor of 1,625 GPM at 20 psi residual pressure.
24. An automatic residential fire sprinkler system approved by the Santa Clara County Fire
Department shall be included in all portions of the residence. Three sets of plans prepared
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by a sprinkler contractor shall be submitted to the Santa Clara County Fire Department Fire
Prevention Division (16795 Lark Avenue, Suite 200, Los Gatos, CA 95032) for review and
approval. The sprinklers shall be inspected and approved by the Fire Department, prior to
final inspection and occupancy of the new residence.
25. Potable water supplies shall be protected from contamination cause by fire protection water
supplies. The applicant and any contractors shall contact the water purveyor supplying the
site of such project, and shall comply with the requirements of that purveyor. These
requirements shall be incorporated into the design of any water based fire protection systems,
and/or fire suppression water supply systems or storage.
26. All construction shall comply with applicable provisions of the CFC Chapter 33 and Standard
Detail and Specifications SI -7.
27. Approved numbers or addresses shall be placed on all new and existing buildings in such a
position that it is plainly visible and legible from the street or road fronting the property.
Numbers shall be a minimum of four -inches high with a minimum stroke width of 0.5 inch
(12.7 mm) and shall contrast with their background. Address numbers shall be Arabic
numbers or alphabetical letters.
Project approval may be appealed if done so in writing within 21 days of the date of the approval.
The building permit cannot be issued until the appeal period has lapsed. The applicant may submit
construction plans to the Building Department after the appeal period provided the applicant has
completed all conditions of approval required prior to acceptance of plans for building plan check.
Please refer to the Conditions of Project .Approval set forth herein. If you believe that these
Conditions impose any fees, dedications, reservation or other exactions under the California
Government Code Section 66000, you are hereby notified that these Conditions constitute written
notice of a statement of the amount of such fees, and/or a description of the dedications,
reservations, and other exactions. You are hereby further notified that the 90 -day approval period
in which you may protest such fees, dedications, reservations, and other exactions, pursuant to
Government Code Section 66020(a), has begun. If you fail to file a protest within this 90 -day
period complying with all of the requirements of Section 66020, you will be legally barred from
later challenging such exactions.
Upon completion of the construction, a final inspection shall be required to be set with the
Planning and Engineering Departments two weeks prior to final building inspection approval.
NOTE: The Site Development permit is valid for one year from the approval date. All required
building permits must be obtained within that year and work on items not requiring a building
permit shall be commenced within one year and completed within two years.
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