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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAdministrative Permit APX2006009 - Signed Application0 JJ G HUNTINGTON BEACH City of Huntington Beach Planning Department 2000 Main Street Huntington Beach, CA 92648 (714) 536-5271 www surfcit -hb or /Cit De artments/Plannin GENERAL APPLICATION: Planning Commission Zoning Administrator Staff Review Design Review Hv N UV ' Applicant or Authorized Agent (Contact Person) Mailing Address S. State Zip Tele hone Number 0 Fax Number E-mail Address FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY Present Zone L - - DM 17 General Plan Designation PLANNING APPLICATION NO..0 ENTITLEMENT $FEE ` CASE # Coastal Develo ment Permit CDP - Conditi nal Use Permit C - Desi n Review DR Entitleme t Plan Am ndment EPA G ne a P an Am ndment PA,- Lo 1 Coas al Pro r in e d LCPA, - Planned Si n Pro ram PSP Si n Code Exec tion SCE Tern ora Use Permit TUP Variance V Zo in Ma Amendment ZMA Zonin Text Amendment ZT 0 c0-oOx _Exempt Earthquake Fault Zoae - Sec.Class L?r Oil District Assessment Req. Methane District ' EA /Redevelopment Area IND Coastal Area Yes No t/ Noise/CNEL .-Categorical Exclusion Seismic Hazard Zone- -Appeal _Non. App Scenic Corridor Exempt Sec. Military Buffer Zone (services) t4 N V k--!J Ownership Verification Pursuant to: Property Owner - pplicant Authorization 2- ePF0-f D' )\V AID In Lieu of. n K AddressMailin Plag otification Req.Date Received 13* 0 10 L- L L- ' &M 5 Bov-Narrative Receipt # - City State Zip _„_Photographs/Slides Received by Tele hone Number ntertainment Permit Project Planner OA approval Distributed by P Fax Number - 9 omputer hog Concurrent Cases E-mail Address ap Book Log Mans Date Stamped Previous Cases REQUEST (Use additional page if necessary) E S j ' "r\ (N! Gt/QI`2--ep 2 C>7a 6 tl .7-6 -711 EXISTING USE: I Fi LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: • Street Address- 4 - - 6 r- I Z • Nearest Major Intersection SPf InJ 6--P .. -1-M L ; V DktJ • Assessor's Parcel Number(s). 1-4S-- 3 0 -3 - 0 & • Tract 1+S 7 3 Block Lot Area: Lot. I, Pnnt Pio ert Owner' name V t Cl GA i 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 n it 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 suc itions r o fications must be satisfied prior to issuance of building permits Signature o fa l 0 Prop Owner ate Environmental Review Flood Zone Authorized Agent Date APPLICATION RE UIREMENTS : (Complete/submit the following circled items prior to submittal and return this application with your submittal) his 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. 3. Proof of property ownership, e.g., deed, title insurance policy. 4. Chain of title indicating prior ownership and date of lot creation, Certificate of Compliance, or copy of recorded map. 5. Environmental Assessment Form if determined necessary per California Environmental Quality Act (see attached). 6. 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 9ne (1) set of plans reduced to 8-1/2" X 11". Other plans may be required depending on the complexity of the pro'e l 8. 1 Staff Review or Design Review : Tw sets of si e p ans, fl plans and building elevations a maximum of 24" X 36" in ./ size. A materials palette, prelimin ry 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). 9. Preliminary Grading Plan with all existing and proposed grades as well as all walls/fences shown on plan. 0. lans 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). 11. 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 indicating that the proposed project has been approved, denied, or that the CC&R's do not require Association or Committee review. 13. All entitlements require photographs of the subject site and surrounding properties. 11 Planning Commission applications require slides or digital photographs of the subject site and surrounding properties. 15. 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. (e) A signed statement declaring whether the project site is or is not located within a Hazardous Waste and Substance site pursuant to Section 65962 .5 of the Government Code. (Site information is available from the Planning Department). 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 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 necessa ry 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. g:\forms\planning\genappl Revised: June 21, 2005 OJA CITY OF HUNTINGTON 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. Depict existing property improvements on abutting parcels and across streets and/or alleys within fifty (50) feet of the subject parcel. Improvements include the location and dimension of parking, landscaping, driveways, building layouts and uses, windows and entryway locations and any other information useful to analyze the project. 3. Depict existing property improvements across all streets (see No. 2 for type of improvements). 4. Location and dimension of existing and proposed reciprocal driveway access and parking. 5. Proof of property ownership, e.g., deed, title insurance policy. 6. Chain of title indicating prior ownership and date of lot creation, Certificate of Compliance or copy of recorded map. 7. 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. 8. Affordable Housing Plan for residential projects with three or more (3) units. 9. Photographs of all existing signs on the subject property and at surrounding businesses. 10. 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. 11. Preliminary Grading Plan with all existing and proposed grades as well as all walls/fences shall be shown on plan. 12. Clearly identify all ADA/Title 24 accessible path of travel (private and public property) throughout the project on a preliminary grading/site plan. 13. 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. 14. Developers of projects with 50 or more units or 5 acres or larger 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). •0 CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH PROJECT PROCESSING CHECKLIST (For Planning Staff Use) ENTITLEMENT NO: -PLANNER: APPLICANT: U v 2Y1 PROJECT ADDRESS: APP ICATIONFORMREVIEW: 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) P Photo a hs Additional Fees Paid Address Correct Narrative Justification for Re uest Ci View - Corn lete O Pro er Number of Plans A licant's Name, Address, Tel hone Number Develo ment Com liance Matrix Entitlement No. On Plans Corn 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 DEVELOPMENT REVIEW REQUEST SENT to Other Departments (Tract Maps ASAP) See Entitlement Review Re nest List Memo EP-6R ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW 1 36 C S Cate oricall Exem t Ne ative Declaration Check Miti ation Measures of Previousl a roved EIR/N.D. EIR COAS AL STATUS:;,..; ; . .. . Not A licable A ealable Area Non-A ealable Area Exem t Cate oricall Excluded Coastal Develo ment Permit CONCURRENT PROCESSING Other Entitlements/Fees FIELD INSPECTION.• Existin On-Site Uses and Adjacent Uses Parkin Lot Condition/ Drivewa s/ Reci rocal Access Landsca in Condition / Mature Trees Ille al Structures & Additions/ Non-Conformin Si s Grade Differentials with Ad'oinin Lots Fences/ Walls - Hei ht/ Condition! Location PRELIMINARY PLAN CHECK See Plan Check Sheet N URBAN DESIGN GUIDELINES See Desi Review Checklist) OTHER ISSUES: 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 Hazardous Waste Site Infill Lot Ordinance Pro Maintenance Ordinance Redevel meat Area DAC Meetin Water uali Mana ement Plan Affordable Housin Plan Park & Rec. Fees/Re 's Historical PROJECT REVIEW MEETING with Plannin Staff SEND FILING STATUS LETTER TO APPLICANT (and property owner, if different) within 30 days. Have meetin with A licant if necessar COMMUNITY MEET ING for Ma'or or Controversial Pro ects Send Notices include Plannin Commission SUBDIVISION MEETING RE UIRED Send Notices DESIGN REVIEW MEETING RE UIRED Materials & Color Board Send Notices LEGAL SERVICES RE UEST SENT Ordinance 0 anion, Resolution Zonin Text and Ma Amendments ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT COMMITTEE Send Notices PLANNING COMMISSION STUDY SESSION Send Notices OWNERSHIP MAILING LIST AND MAP ACCURACY: Verified & Most Current (Map and Mailing labels of Owners and/or Tenants, A licant, Site Pro e Owner, A ent and Matrix SEND LEGAL NOTICES FOR PUBLIC HEARING includin Infill Lan ua e if a licable with labels - CONTINUED ONBACKSIDE - (g:forms:ohk1st3b) (5/16/2006) PARE STAFFREPORT/COM)ITIONS OFAPPROVAL: " - Pr are Attachments Reduced Size Plans Revised Plans E URE STAFFREPORT IS DISTRIBUTED TOALL INTERESTED INDIVIDUALS WEDNESDAYBEFORE MEETING: Plannin Commissioners (cathy) Interested Parties A licant/Pro e Owner Call to confirm th are aware of meetin and th received staff re ort LATE- COMMUNICATIONS SENT TO-PC, STAFF PLANNER, DIRECTOR, PLANNING MANAGER, & .PRINCIPAL PLANNER, PUBLIC WORKS & FIRE STAFF LIAISONS, APPLICANT`- (BE SURE TO MARK EACH COMMUNICATON WITH-THE AGENDA ITEM NUMBER P GCOMMISSION/ZONINGADMINISTRATOR MEETING: - Colored Site Plans, Floor Plans and Elevations Slides/Photo ra hs Massin Model PowerPoint Presentation After Final Meeting NOTICE OF ACTION LETTER MAILED TO APPLICANT &/ PROPERTY OWNER 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 wired APPEALABLE DEVELOPMENT OR CATEGORICAL EXCLUSION LETTER FOR COASTAL If a lie able 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 (g:forms:chk1st3b) (5/16/2006) HUNTINGTON BEACH Plan Checked By &" Telephone: (714 536-5271 or Plan Check No. Date 0 - - (c Job Address 0 Plan Dated: Entitlement No(s)._ aOGo - 0 Expiration Date Review Body: Planning Commission Zoning dministrator Design Review Board Director Proposed Use /0 G Zoning 1. Legal Description: Lot Block Tract 5 7 2. Assessor's Parcel Number(s) - DM 1-7 Zone L 3. General Plan Designation'1(---7 General Plan Sub Area Requirements 4. Existing Lot Size. 0 Dedication Required Yes/No (alley, comer, street) Net Lot Sizff 5. Proposed Total Building Floor Area Proposed Number Units X571 6. Environmental Status: Study required?Y C Exempt (sec. 153 5 classy EA/ number 7. Coastal Zone: Yl Appealable/Nonappealable area Exempt _, Categorical exclusion (sec. class_______ 8. Special Areas (circle if applicable) Residential Intill Noise Contour Design Overlay Redevelopment Earthquake Flood Oil Methane Seismic Liquefaction FAA Historic Plan Check per HB Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance and General Plan Section 210 .06 ° zRL RM RMHA RMH RH RMP - Additional : -Proposed Provisions Minimum Building Site Requirements Area (sq. ft.) Width(ft.) Cul de sac frontage Minimum Setbacks (D(R) Front (ft.) 15 15 12 10 10 (E)(F) Side (ft.) 3;5 3;5 3 3;5 3;5 - (G)(I)(J) Street Side (ft.) 6;10 6;10 5 6;10 6;10 - (H) Rear (ft.) 10 10 7.5 10 10 - (I)(J) Accessory Structure (U) Garage (K) Projections Into Setbacks (L)(R) Maximum Height (ft.) Dwellings 35 35 35 35 35 20 (M) Accesso ry Structures 15 15 15 15 15 15 (L)(R) Maximum Floor Area Ratio (FAR) Minimum Lot Area per Dwelling 6,222 2,904 * 1,742 1,244 _ Unit sq. ft.) Maximum Lot Coverage (%) 50 50 50 50 50 75 (V) Minimum Floor Area Required Provided (N) Courts (P) Minimum Usable Open Space Common Private (0) Accessibili ty within Dwellings (Q) Waterfront Lots (R) Landscaping (See Chapter 232) 40% front d = Proposed Yard trees Required Proposed CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH PLANNING DEPARTMENT PLANNING AND ZONING PLAN CHECK 6,000 6,000 2,500 6,000 6,000 10 ac. (A)(B)(C) 60 60 25 60 60 - 45 45 45 45 - RESIDENTIAL Fences and Walls (visibility) See Section 230.88 Lighting Underground Utilities See Chapter 17.64 Screening of Mechanical Equipment See Section 230.76 Refuse Storage Areas Antenna Performance Standards Off-Street Parking and Loadin Signs Nonconforming Structures Upper-Story Setbacks See Section 230.78 See Section 230.80 See Section 230.82 See Chapter 231 See Chapter 233 See Chapter 236 Required Provided (T) (F)(M2c) N 5' O N See Page 2 for * Lots 50 feet or less in width = 1 unit per 25 feet of frontage Lots greater than 50 feet In width = 1 unit per 1,900 square feet G:\FORMS\PLANNING\plancheck_residential.doc 06/12/00 See Page 2 RESIDENTIAL Page 2 ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS 'HBZSO Section 230.22 Residential Infill Lot 230.62 & 258.02 Legal Building Site 230.64 Substandard Lot 230.68 Projections into Yards Fireplace or chimney Cornice, eaves and ornamental features Mechanical e uipment Uncovered porches, terraces, platforms, subterranean garages, decks, and patios not more than 3 feet in height serving only the first floor Stairs, canopies, awnings and uncovered porches more than 3 feet in height Bay windows Balconies Covered patios 230.70 Measurement of Height Chapter 231 Off-street Parking Single family One bedroom unit Two bedroom unit Three bedroom unit or more Total required Non-residential requirement Size Compact Turning Radius Driveway width Striping Detail Wheel stops/curbs Urban Design Guidelines General Plan' Maximum Height Affordable Housing Density Noise Scenic/Landscape Corridor Urban Design Historical/Cultural Economic i.Requirements- R ired Ye /No r Not Applicable Compliance - windows deck Notice submitted /No 0o equired Yes/No If yes, submit copy of recorded map or Certificate of Compliance Yes o If yes, Conditional Use Permit approval by Zoning Administrator required No individual projection shall exceed 1/3 of the building length, and the total of all projections shall not exceed 2/3 of the building length on which they are located. .Provided: Q, Front Yard Side Yard Street Side Yard Rear Yard 2.5'2.5' (30" min clearance 2.5'2.5' 3'2.5' (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" min clearance) 2.5'2.5' (30" min clearance 2.5'2.5' 3'2' (30" min clearance)3'3' 0 0 5' (max projection 1/2 width of 5' Dimensions shown: datum top of slab street side yard) top of roof @ enclosed + open + guest = total @ enclosed + open + guest = total @ enclosed + open + guest = total @ enclosed + open + guest = total enclosed + open + guest = grand total sq.ft. + = total ' x 19' inimum with 7' vertical clearance 8' x 17' (max. 20% on non-guest spaces in projects with 50 or more units 25' residential' 26' nonresidential use in residential zone 10' = if length 150' or less for single family; 20' = all others Shown per Diagram A Key to site plan Adjacent to walkways, buildings, fencing, or landscaping Subject to separate plan check Requirements Provided REQUIRED PRIOR TO BUILDING PERMIT SUBMITTAL , ISSUANCE , AND/OR FINAL INSPECTION °Req fired Item ArnoUnt/Due Date e ., 190 Residential Infill Proof of Mailing Noise Study Reciprocal Access Easement Document Maintenance Easement Document Joint Use Parking Agreement Copy of Recorded Map Copy of Certificate of Compliance Approval from Coastal Commission Categorical Exclusion (Coastal) Letter Landscape and Irrigation Plan Lighting Plan Grading Plan CC&R Review and Approval Elevation Certificate Mitigation Monitoring Program Notice of Exemption Parkland Dedication In-lieu Fee $ Downtown Specific Plan Fee $831 per acre = $ In-lieu Parking Fee G:\FORMS\PLANNING\pl ancheck_residential.doc Completed' 06/12/00 0 10 S City of Huntington Beach 2000 MAIN STREET CALI FORNIA 92648 DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING Phone Fax June 13, 2006 536-5271 374-1540 Huy Nguyen 6222 Medford Drive Huntington Beach, CA 92647 ENTITLEMENT : Administrative Permit 2006-009 PROJECT ADDRESS : 6222 Medford Drive PROPERTY OWNER : Huy Nguyen DATE RECEIVED AT ZONING COUNTER: June 13, 2006 PROJECT PLANNER: Jennifer Villasenor 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 Division, 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. Entitlement Page Two Please be advised that a Notice of Filing Status letter will be sent to you regarding the statustcompleteness of your entitlement(s) notifying you of the pending hearing date within 30 days 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 o 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; o If the project is scheduled for Zoning Administrator review, an executive summary with staffs recommendation for the project will be prepared. A copy of the executive summary will be mailed to you prior to the hearing; o 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: ci Design Review Board: 30-45 days (dependent upon the complexity of your project) a Zoning Administrator: 2-3 months (dependent upon the complexity of your project) o 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 Pro'ect Planner at 714-536-5271. If you have any subsequent comments or need additional clarification, please contact me at the same number. Thank you in advance for your interest in Huntington Beach - we look forward to working with you! Sin ly, Herb Fauland Principal Planner V. Property Owner Project File _