AA-2024-4438-PM-HCA

Project AA-2024-4438-PM-HCA involves the subdivision of a single lot located at 15829 West Valley Vista Boulevard in Los Angeles, California, into two distinct parcels. The subject site, which currently contains a single-family dwelling, a pool, and a spa, measures approximately 33,978 to 34,006 gross square feet. The subdivision will create Parcel A, a 15,571-square-foot lot zoned RE15-1-H, and Parcel B, an 18,407.31-square-foot lot that is dually zoned RE15-1-H and R1-1. To facilitate this, the applicant is requesting a 4.45 percent reduction in the minimum lot area requirement for the RE15 zone to allow for a 14,332.31-square-foot portion within that specific zone. No new construction is proposed as part of this subdivision project. The project has been granted a Notice of Exemption under CEQA Guidelines Sections 15301 and 15315. Compliance with several regulatory requirements is mandatory, including obtaining demolition permits from the Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety for any existing structures crossing the new property lines. Additionally, the project must adhere to strict urban forestry mitigation standards. Before any demolition or grading permits are issued, the applicant must submit an updated Urban Forestry Referral Form and a Tree Report. Mitigation requirements for removed vegetation include a 4:1 replacement ratio for protected native trees or shrubs, a 2:1 ratio for protected street trees, and a 1:1 ratio for significant, non-protected trees. All future construction must comply with applicable zoning regulations and receive approval from the Department of Building and Safety and the Fire Department.