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HUNTINGTON BEACH
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an appointment to submit Sour 0entitlement application by contacting the
Planning Department at 714-536-5271
FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY
City of Huntington Beach
Planning Department
2000 Main Street
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
(714) 536-5271
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GENERAL APPLICATION:
Planning Commission
Zoning Administrator
Staff Review
Design Review
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Coastal Develo ment Permit CDP
Conditional Use Permit CUP
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Entitlement Plan Amendment EPA
General Plan Amendment GPA
Local Coastal Pro ram Amend LCPA
Planned Si n Pro ram PSP
Si n Code Exce tion SCE
Tem ora Use Permit TUP
Variance V
Zonin Ma Amendment ZMA
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EXISTING USE:
LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY:
• Street Address 9580 7y UTort 1-t/E.
• Nearest Major Intersection $uS 4' o
• Assessor's Parcel Number(s) Al -.20/ -,V 9
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Lot Area
Block Lot
I, Print Pro et Owner's name am the property owner of the subject
property and have read and understand all statements including the filing requirements on the reverse side of this application I hereby
authorize Print A ent's name to act as my representative and to
bind me in all matters concerning this application I hereby affirm under penalty of perjury that the foregoing statements, facts and
attachments are true and correct I understand that this application for entitlement or variance may be denied, modified or approved with
conditions and that such conditions or modifications must be satisfied prior to issuance of building permits I understand that by filing
the application, information on the application including, but not necessarily limited to the name and address will be included on public
records that are post d on e nternet
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Property Owner Date Authorized Ag Date
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APPLICATION RE UIREMENTS: (Complete/submit the following circled items prior to submittal and return this application
with your submittal)
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This application must be typed or printed and filled in completely.
If the applicant is not the property owner, the property owner shall designate the applicant as the authorized agent to act on his/her
behalf and both shall sign this application.
Proof of property ownership, e.g., deed, title insurance policy.
Chain of title indicating prior ownership and date of lot creation, Certificate of Compliance, or copy of recorded map.
Environmental Assessment Form if determined necessary per California Environmental Quality Act (see attached).
Planning Commission : Twelve (12) preliminary site plans, floor plans and building elevations (and for new construction submit
preliminary grading plans) a maximum of 24" X 36" in size. Upon acceptance and scheduling of hearing date, eight (8) additional
full sized sets, two (2) sets of plans reduced to 8-1/2" X 11" and one (1) set of plans colored to illustrate the design and
development concept of the project shall be submitted. Other plans may be required depending on the complexity of the project.
7. Zoning Administrator : Twelve (12) sets of site plans, floor plans and building elevations (and for new construction submit
preliminary grading plans) a maximum of 24" X 36" in size, and one (1) set of plans reduced to 11" X 17". Other plans may be
required depending on the complexity of the project.
8 Staff Review or Design Review: Twelve (12) sets of site plans, floor plans and building elevations a maximum of 24" X 36" in
size. A materials palette, preliminary landscape plans, and colored elevations of all proposed walls are also required for design
review. (No additional plans required for PC/ZA projects requiring Design Review). Administrative Permits require only three
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Preliminary Grading Plan with all existing and proposed grades as well as all walls/fences shown on plan.
Plans conforming to the following requirements:
(a) Draw to scale (minimum scale 1/8"= 1' or 1 "= 30'); indicate scale; indicate dimensions of building and floor uses; and north
direction arrow. Plans shall be oriented so that north points to the top of the page.
(b) Plot the entire parcel and dimension all pertinent data such as easements, driveways, landscaping, parking, fencing; and
distances to all property lines. Indicate any grade differential between adjacent properties, alleys, or streets.
(c) Depict existing property improvements on abutting parcels and across streets and/or alleys within fifty (50) feet of the subject
parcel.. Improvements should include location and dimension of parking, landscaping, driveways, building layouts and uses,
windows and entryway locations and any other information useful to analyze the project.
(d) Plot all existing and proposed physical features, fences/walls, and structures on the subject property and abutting properties.
,,(Window locations on adjacent properties required for all Residential Infill properties.)
(e) Dimension to the nearest intersecting street and identify all street names.
(f) Dimension height of all structures from the highest adjacent curb to the top of slab and to the roof peak on all elevations.
(g) Building elevations shall depict all sides of building and indicate colors and materials proposed.
(h) Locate and dimension existing and proposed reciprocal driveway access and parking.
(i) Include a legend (locate in lower right corner of the site plan) which lists the name, address, and phone number of the recorded
owner and the applicant.
(j) Identify the legal description of the subject property on the site plan.
(k) Label existing and proposed uses of each room on floor plan.
(1) Dimension section drawings for walls, grade differential, and buildings.
(m) Provide a zoning conformance matrix on the cover sheet of the site. The matrix shall include information on how the project
complies with all aspects of the Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance.
(n) Fold all plans to a maximum size of 8-1/2" X 14" (lower right corner out).
I. Public notification requirements for Coastal Development Permit, Variance, Conditional Use Permit, Zoning Map Amendment,
Precise Plan Street Alignment, General Plan Amendment, and Sign Code Exception (See attached sheet)./''
12. A letter from the Property Owner Association or Architectural Committee, if applicable, shall be submitted ditngo AtP071e
proposed project has been approved, denied, or that the CC&R's do not require Association or Committee review.
All entitlements require photographs of the subject site and surrounding properties.
14. All Planning Commission applications require slides or digital photographs of the subject site and surrounding properties.
5 A written narrative of the proposed use or project. The narrative shall contain the following minimum information:
(a) Description of project and services, including proposed use, square footage, hours and days of operation, number of
employees, and other information as appropriate.
(b) Reasons for initiating this application.
(c) Description of surrounding uses to the north, south, east and west.
(d) Description of population served by the proposed use or project.
16.' A massing model for all commercial development and for all residential developments of ten (10) units or more (three [3] units or
more in redevelopment project areas). Models shall be submitted prior to sending out the public hearing. Models can be simple
and have a minimum scale 1/8"= 1' or 1"= 30'.
17. Draft Affordable Housing Plan for residential projects with new construction of three (3) or more units.
18. In order to support findings for approval for a Variance, respond to the following on a separate page:
(a) What exceptional circumstances apply to the subject property (including size, shape, topography, location or surroundings)
that deprive it of privileges normally enjoyed?
(b) Explain why the request will not constitute a grant of special privilege.
(c) Why is this request necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of one or more substantial property rights when compared
with other properties in the same zoning designation?
(d) State reasons why the granting of the request will not be materially detrimental to the public welfare.
19. Entertainment permit requests shall be accompanied by evidence of review and conceptual approval by the Police Department.
20. Photographs of all existing signs on the subject property and at surrounding businesses.
21. Design Review checklist(s).
FOR YOUR INFORMATION: Staff may deem other submittal information necessary. Completion of the application does not presume approval of
the application. Such approval is discretionary with the Director, Zoning Administrator or the Planning Commission. The Zoning Administrator or
Planning Commission may deny, modify or conditionally approve the application. The Design Review Board's action is a recommendation to the
Director, Zoning Administrator, or Planning Commission unless the application has been submitted for Design Review Board final approval.
All entitlement decisions are final unless appealed within ten (10) days of such decision. The appeal shall be in writing specifying the areas of
aggrievement. In no case shall building permits, certificates of occupancy, or licenses be issued until the appeal period has elapsed. All applicable
fees shall accompany appeals. All applications shall become null and void if the approved use or project has not been initiated within one (1) year
from the approval date unless a later date is granted.
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}CITY OF HUNTIN•TON BEACH
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
SUPPLEMENTAL APPLICATION
SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
The following information is required in order to assist the Planning Staff in analyzing your proposed project. Please read
through the information carefully and prepare detailed comprehensive responses to each item checked.
1. Return this original form at the time of application submittal.
2. Location and dimension of existing and proposed reciprocal driveway access and parking.
3. List of tenants for multi-tenant properties. Include the following information for each tenant: address/suite number,
business name, type of business, gross business square footage, required parking ratio, provided number of parking
spaces, and hours of operation.
4. Include a zoning conformance matrix on the cover sheet of the site plan. The matrix shall include information on
how the project complies with all aspects of the Huntington Beach Zoning Subdivision Ordinance regarding
setbacks, building height, site coverage, parking, landscaping, etc. A sample chart has been provided to help you
format your matrix. You will need to address the code sections applicable to your specific project. Your matrix
will most likely include more code sections than the ones used in the following example.
The following sample chart should serve as a guideline to help you develop your matrix. Do not produce this
exact chart on your plans as you need to develop your own matrix using the appropriate code sections. Your
matrix will most likely include more code sections than the ones used in the following example.
SUBJECT CODE SECTION RE UIRED PROPOSED
Parking 231.04 Retail: 1 space/200 sf
15,000 sf = 75 s aces 84 s aces
Landscaping 232.08 Min. 8% of entire site
Site = 55,800 sf
8% = 4,464 sf 8.9% = 4,989 sf
Site Coverage 210.06 Max. 50% of entire site
Site = 6,000 sf
Setbacks
50% = 3,000 sf covera e 44.5% = 2,670 sf cov.
Front Yard
Etc.
210.06 Min. dimension = 15 ft.18 ft.
5. Clearly identify all ADA/Title 24 accessible path of travel (private and public property) throughout the project on a
preliminary grading/site plan.
6 Attach project plans including preliminary grading plan, preliminary drainage plans and conceptual Water Quality
Management Plans (WQMP's), including construction site Best Management Practices (BMP's) Plans for projects.
The following is a list of projects:
a. Residential Development of 10 units or more.
b. Commercial and industrial development greater than 100,000 square feet including parking spaces.
c. Automotive repair shops.
d. Restaurants where the land area of development is 5,000 square feet or more including parking areas.
e. Hillside development on 10,000 square feet or more, which is located on areas with known erosive soil
conditions or where natural slope is 25 percent or more.
f. Impervious surface of 2,500 square feet or more located within, directly adjacent to (within 200 feet), or
discharging directly to receiving water within Environmentally Sensitive Areas.
g. Parking lot area of 5,000 square feet or more, or with 15 or more parking spaces, and potentially exposed to
urban runoff.
h. Gas station modifications (Underground storage tank, fuel island, canopy replacement or installations.)
i. All significant redevelopment projects, where significant development is defined as the addition of 5,000 or
more square feet of impervious surface on an already developed site.
j. New/raw land (previously undeveloped) that includes 5,000 or more square feet of pervious surface.
7. Developers of projects with greater than 50 lots or 5 acres shall conduct an analysis to determine their base
flood elevation (BFE) if their project is located in a flood zone without a BFE noted on the flood map (such as flood
zone A).
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CITY OF HUNTING*N BEA CH
PROJECT PROCESSING CHECKLIST
(For Planning Staff Use)
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Re uest Com lete S ecial Permits, Variances
Pro e Owner's Si ature or Letter of Authorization
Le al Descri tion/AP No./AP Ma
Veri Zonin
Veri General Plan Sub-Areas & FAR %4o %u
Pro er Number of Plans
Develo ment Com liance Matrix
I(TOAI
Photo ra hs
N Additional Fees Paid
Address Correct
Narrative Justification for Re uest
Cit View - Corn lete
A licant's Name Address, Tele hone Number
td O Entitlement No. On Plans
Com lete and internall consistent Sets Site Plan Elevations Floor Plans Sections Drawin s
Accurate Full Dimensioned, Drawn to Scale and with North Arrow
Must include Property Lines, Street Names, Street Width, Existing and Proposed Buildings, Easements, Adjacent
Im rovements & Uses Floor Plan
A licant's Name Address Tele hone Number
Cate oricall Exem t
Check Miti ation Measures of Previousl
Not A licable,
Exem t
Existin On-Site Use s and Adjacent Uses
A Landsca in Condition/ Mature Trees
to Grade Differentials with Ad'oinin Lots.
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EIR
Non-A ealable Area
Coastal Develo ment Permit
Parkin Lot Condition/ Drivewa s/ Reci rocal Access
Ille al Structures & Additions/ Non-Conformin Si ns
Fences/ Walls - Hei ht/ Condition/ Location
Flood Plain Easements Previous Entitlements and Conditions
Al uist-Priolo S ecific Plan Area Adjacent Entitlements and Conditions
Seismic Oil Wells Reci rocal Access on Adjacent Pro ert
Hazardous Waste Site Infill Lot Ordinance Pro ert Maintenance Ordinance
RedeveIo ment Area DAC Meetin Water ualit Mana ement Plan
Affordable Housin Plan Park & Rec. Fees/Re 's Historical
Ne ative Declaration
a roved EIR/N.D.
A ealable Area
Cate oricall Excluded
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Pre are Attachments Reduced Size Plans evised Plans
Plannin Commissioners Linda Wine Interested Parties
A licant/Pro e Owner Call to confirm the are aware of meetin and the received staff re ort
Colored Site Plans Floor Plans and Elevations
Massin Model
Slides/Photo ra hs
PowerPoint Presentation
After Final Meeting
NOTICE OF ACTION LETTER (WITH CONDITIONS AND CODE REQUIREMENTS) MAILED TO APPLICANTL.t (q &/ PROPERTY OWNER NCLUDE CUSTOMER SURVEY CARD
(1 NOTICE OF ACTION LETTER TH CONDITIONS AND CODE RE UIREMENTS LINKED TO CITYVIEW
19 CALL APPLICANT IF THEY DID NOT ATTEND AND/OR TO FOLLOW-UP AND ANSWER ANY QUESTIONS
FOR THEM Customer Service
CE A NOTICE AND MITIGATION MONITORING FEE If re ulred
APPEALABLE DEVELOPMENT OR CATEGORICAL EXCLUSION LETTER FOR COASTAL If a iicable
PLANS STAMPED WITH NOTED ACTION
MINUTES IN FILE
ORGANIZE ZONING FILE AND PLACE IN FILE CABINET see De t. Polic Memo for file or anization
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CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
PLANNING AND ZONING PLAN CHECK
Plan Checked By
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2. Assessor's Parcel Number (s) DM 20 Zone C
3. General Plan Designation General Plan Sub Area Requirements 40
4. Existing Lot Size Dedication Required Yea alley, comer, street) Net Lot Size
5. Proposed Total Building Floor Area
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6. Environmental Status: Study required? Exempt (sec. 15-3 49Z class____L_ 1 EA/EIR number
7. Coastal Zone:Y10 Appealable/Nonappealable area Exempt Categorical exclusion (sec. class
cial Areas (circle if applicable) Residential Infill Noise C
Methane Seismic Liquefaction FAA Histonc
heck per HB Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance and General Plan
Minimum Building Site
Requirements
(Net) Area (sq. ft.)
Width(ft.)
Minimum Setbacks
Front (ft.)
Side (ft.)
Street Side (ft.)
Rear (ft.)
Maximum Height (ft.)
Maximum Height (ft) w/in 45'
residential district
Maximum Wall Dimensions
Maximum Floor Area Ratio (FAR)
Minimum Site Landscaping (%)
Building Design Standards
Fences and Walls (visibility)
Off-Street Parking and Loading
Outdoor Facilities
Screening of Mechanical
Equipment
Refuse Storage Areas
Underground Utilities
Performance Standards
Nonconforming Structures
Signs
Antenna
Urban Design Guidelines
General Plan
Maximum Height
Maximum Floor Area Ratio
Noise Mitigation
Scenic/Landscape Corridor
Urban Design
Historical/Cultural
Economic
Circulation
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See Chapter 231
See Section 230.74
See Section 230.76
See Section 230.78
See Chapter 17.64
See Section 230.82
See Chapter 236
See Chapter 233
See Section 230.80
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NONRESIDENTIALPage 2ADDITIONAL PROVISIONSl BZ (S°:Section230.36 Transportation DemandManagement230.62 & 258.02 Legal Building Site230.64 Substandard Lot230.68 Projections Into YardsRequirementsCarpool parking; separate showers 2 per 100 employees; lockers 1 per 20 employees; bicycle parking 1 per20 employees; passenger loading area; vanpool parking; bus stopsYes/No Proof Required Yes/No If yes, submit copy of recorded map or Certificate of ComplianceYes/No If yes, Conditional Use Permit approval by Zoning Administrator requiredNo individual projection shall exceed 1/3 of the building length, and the total of all projections shall notexceed 2/3 of the building length on which they are located.PROVIDEDFireplace or chimneyCornice, eaves and ornamentalfeaturesMechanical equipmentUncovered porches, terraces,platforms, subterranean garages,decks, and patios not more than 3feet in height serving only the firstfloorStairs, canopies, awnings anduncovered porches more than 3feet in heightBay windowsBalconiesCovered patios230.70 Measurement of HeightCHAPTER 231 Off-street ParkingNon-residential requirementTotal requiredSizeCompactTurning RadiusAisle WaysStriping DetailWheel stops/curbsCommercial EntranceTurn-around SpaceLoading SpaceParking Lot LandscapingCHAPTER 232 SignsFAA setback & height limitationUrban Design GuidelinesFront YardSide YardStreet Side YardRear Yard,.2.5'2.5' 30" min clearance)2.5'2.5' 43'2.5' (30" min clearance)3'3'2'2' (30" min clearance)2' (30" min clearance)2'6'3'4'5'4'2' (30" min clearance)4'4(30" minclearance)2.5'2.5' (30" min clearance)2.5'2.5'3'2' (30" min clearance)3'3'005' (max projection 1/2 width ofstreet sideard)5'yDimensions shown: datumtop of slab top of roof0 sq.ft. + _ (/ totalsq.ft. + = totalsq.ft. + = totalsq.ft. + = total9' x 19' minimum with 7' vertical clearance8' x 17' (max. 20% on non-guest spaces in residential projects with 50 or more units; 20% nonresidentialprojects If 20 or more parking spaces)26' nonresidential; 20 ft. parallel & 2-way angled pkg; 30°-14'; 45°-14'; 60°-15'; 24 ft. fire lane20' for 0°-60° parking; 26' for 90° parking; 24' without adjacent parking; 25' for access to rear ofnonresidential bldg.Shown per Diagram AAdjacent to walkways, buildings, fencing, or landscapingRequired if more than 200 parking spaces; 2-24 ft. wide lanes w/4'island for 100'3' x 3' maneuver area for dead end parking aisles less than 150'; space for aisles over 150'0 space required for buildings less than 20,000 sq. ft.1- 14' x 20' space per 20,000 sq. ft. bldg area3 ft. or 5 ft. wide perimeter planter; I tree per 10 parking spaces; other plantersSubject to separate plan checkSubject to separate plan checkREQUIRED PRIOR TO BUILDING PERMIT SUBMITTAL, ISSUANCE, AND/OR FINAL INSPECTIONRequired, Item,Amount/Due Date CompletedResidential Infill Proof of MailingNoise StudyReciprocal Access Easement DocumentMaintenance Easement DocumentJoint Use Parking AgreementCopy of Recorded MapCopy of Certificate of ComplianceApproval from Coastal CommissionCategorical Exclusion (Coastal) LetterLandscape and Irrigation PlanLighting PlanGrading PlanCC&Rs Review and ApprovalElevation CertificateMitigation Monitoring ProgramNotice of ExemptionParkland Dedication In-lieu Fee $Downtown Specific Plan Fee $831 per acre = $In-lieu Parking Fee4g:piercelplncheck\page2_ Non-Residential.doc 06/12/00
C it y of Hun tington B eac h
2000 MAIN STREET CALIFORNIA 92648
DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING
April 6,, 2009
Michael James Sperling
20301 Bluffside Circle, Unit #106
Huntington Beach, CA 92646
ENTITLEMENT: Administrative Permit 2009-006
PROJECT ADDRESS : 6422 Yale Circle
PROPERTY OWNER : Ken Reynolds
9421 Leilani Drive
Huntington Beach, CA 92646
DATE RECEIVED AT
ZONING COUNTER: April 3, 2009
PROJECT PLANNER: Andrew Gonzales, Associate Planner; (714)374-1547; email:
aonzales @surfcity-hb.org
Dear Applicant:
Thank you for submitting your entitlement to the City of Huntington Beach, Planning Department. The
assigned Project Planner is responsible for processing your entitlement and will be responsible for the
following tasks:
Reviewing your entitlement for completeness;
Evaluating the project for conformance with the General Plan;
' Reviewing plans for compliance with the Zoning Code, Design Guidelines, and applicable City Ordinances;
Preparation of environmental documents pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA);
Analyzing the site plan layout and, if applicable, the floor plans and elevations;
Evaluating the project for compatibility with, and potential impacts to, surrounding uses/structures;
Coordinating issues related to the Fire Dept., Public Works Dept., Building and Safety Dept., etc.;
Obtaining other City department's comments relative to the project;
Coordinating any necessary community meetings;
Preparing a staff report and recommendation (approval/denial) with suggested findings and conditions of
approval
Scheduling the project for a public hearing; and
Assisting you with any follow-up actions and/or conditions of approval.
Phone 714-536-5271 Fax 714-374-1540 www.surfcity-hb.org
Entitlement
Page Two
Please be advised that a Notice of Filing Status letter will be sent to you regarding the status/completeness
of your entitlement(s) notifying you of the pending hearing date within 30 da s of receipt of the
entitlement(s) at the zoning counter. The letter will indicate one of the following circumstances:
Entitlement Deemed Incomplete ; additional information is required (e.g., revised plans,
supplemental plans, environmental information, additional entitlements, etc.); or
Entitlement Deemed Complete ; the Project Planner is continuing to process your entitlement(s)
and you will be notified as to when your project will be scheduled for a hearing by (1) the
Design Review Board, (2) the Zoning Administrator, or (3) the Planning Commission.
The three scenarios listed below are the subsequent steps to the above notification:
If the project is subject to Planning Commission review, a staff report with a full analysis of the
proposal will be prepared. Your plans and supplemental information will be attached to the staff
report. A copy of the staff report will be mailed to you prior to the hearing;
If the project is scheduled for Zoning Administrator review, an executive summary with staff's
recommendation for the project will be prepared. A copy of the executive summary will be
mailed to you prior to the hearing;
If the project is scheduled for Design Review Board action, no staff report will be prepared,
however staff will advise you of the staff recommendation prior to the meeting.
Generally, the complete processing time from submittal to final action by the reviewing body and
expiration of the appeal period is as follows:
Design Review Board : 30-45 days (dependent upon the complexity of your project)
Zoning Administrator : 2-3 months (dependent upon the complexity of your project)
Planning Commission : 4-6 months (dependent upon the complexity of your project)
Please note: When Zone Changes, General Plan Amendments, Tentative Maps, or preparation of
environmental documents are involved, additional processing time is necessary.
Please direct your questions and communications to the assigned Project Planner . If you have any
subsequent comments or need additional clarification, please contact me at 714-536-5271. Thank you in
advance for your interest in Huntington Beach - we look forward to working with you!
Sin rely,
Herb Fauland
Planning Manager
xc: Property Owner
Project File