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HUNTINGTON BEACH
City of Huntington Beach
Planning Department
2000 Main Street
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
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GENERAL APPLICATION:
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PLANNING APPLICATION NO.D
ENTITLEMENT $FEE CASE #
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Coastal AreaYes- No_ Noise/CNEL _
Categorical Exclusion 'Seismic Hazard Zone
_ Appeal,' Non. App Scenic Corridor
Exempt Sec. Residential Infill
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LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY : (S 90
• Street Address 1.1 rj J A'l.L "1 SAP 1 S 1L450 CtL)
• Nearest Major Intersection NW 0 '(Y2 tN M149 S LA
• Assessor 's Parcel Number(s) S- ( 1 - 3 ' - (O Lot Area
Tract Block Lot
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lint Pio eel 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
authoriz nit A ent's rain 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 necessa ly limited to the name and address will be included on public
records that are posted on the internet ,
O t 2.DLO I"Ignature of
Propert Owner Date Authorized Agent Date
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APPLICATION RE UIREMENTS: (Complete/submit the following circled items prior to submittal and return this application
with your submittal)
This application must be typed or printed and filled in completely.
2. 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.
Zoning Administrator : Twe 1 is of s' Ian o d buildi elevatio a w construction submit
preliminary grading plans) a maximum o 24" ' in size , and one set of ns reduced to 11" X 17". Other plans may be
required depending on the complexity roject.
8O Staff Review or Design Review : elve (12) ets of site plans, floor plans and building elevations a maximum of 24" X 36" in
size. A materials alette, prelimina 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
(3) sets of plans.
9. Preliminary Grading Plan with all existing and proposed grades as well as all walls/fences shown on plan.
10. Plans conforming to the following requirements:
y (a) Draw to scale (minimum scale 1/8"= I' 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.
14. All Planning Commission applications require slides or digital photographs of the subject site and surrounding properties.
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 ane 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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PITY OF HUNTINGTON!EACH
PROJECT PROCESSING CHECKLIST
(For Planning Staff Use)
ENTITLEMENT NO:
APPLICANT:
APPLICATION FORM REVIEW:
PLANS:
Re uest Com lete (S ecial Permits, Variances)
Pro ert Owner's Si nature or Letter of Authorization
Le al Descri tion/AP No./AP Ma
Veri Zonin
Verify General Plan (Sub-Areas & FAR)
Pro er Number of Plans
Photo ra hs
Additional Fees Paid
Address Correct
Narrative Justification for Re nest)
Cit View -Corn lete
A licant 's Name, Address, Tele hone Number
Develo ment Corn liance Matrix I Entitlement No. On Plans
Com lete and internally 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
Ap licant's Name, Address, Tele hone Number
DEVELOPMENT REVIEW REQUEST SENT to Other Departments : (-Tract- MapsASAP
See Entitlement Review Re nest List Memo EP-6R )
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:
Cate oricall Exem t Ne ative Declaration
Check Mitigation Measures of Previously a roved EIR/N.D.
COASTAL STATUS:
Not A licable
Exempt
A ealable Area
Cate oricall Excluded
CONCURRENT- PROCESSING (Other Entitlements/Fees)
FIELD INSPECTION:
Existin On-Site Use(s) and Adjacent Uses
Landsca in Condition/ Mature Trees
Grade Differentials with Ad'oining Lots
PRELIMINARY PLAN CHECK (See Plan`CheckSheet
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
URBAN DESIGN GUIDELINES (See Desi n 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 ert
Hazardous Waste Site Infill Lot Ordinance Pro e Maintenance Ordinance
Redevelo ment Area DAC Meetin Water ualit Mana ement Plan
Affordable Housing Plan Park & Rec. Fees/Re 's Historical
PROJECT REVIEW MEETINGwith Plannin Staff
DESIGN REVIEW MEETING RE UIRED Materials & Color Board- Send Notices
SUBDIVISION MEETING REQUIRED (Send Notices)
COMMUNITY MEETING for Ma'or or Controversial Pro'ects (Send'Notices :include Plannin Commission)
Have meetm with A hcant , Ii necessa
SEND FILING STATUS LETTER TO APPLICANT,-(and propertyovvner; if:different )=within 30'days,
PLANNING COMMISSION STUDY-SESSION Send Notices
LEGAL SERVICES RE UEST SENT Ordinance 0 anion Resolution Zonin Text andMa Amendments
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT COMMITTEE (Send Notices
OWNERSHIP MAILING LIST AND MAP ACCURACY: :Verified & Mvst'Curierit°(Map:and Mailing labels of Owners.-
and/or Tenants, A licant, Site Pro e Owner, A ent and Matrix)
SEND LEGAL NOTICES FOR PUBLIC HEARINGincludin 'Infill=Lan 'ua e°if"a licable with4ahels
-CONTINUED ON BACK SIDE -
PLANNER:,<
PROJECT ADDRESS:
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PREPARE STAFF REPORTICONDITIONS OFAPPRO VAL:
Pre are Attachments I I Reduced Size Plans Revised Plans
ENSURE STAFF REPORT IS DISTRIBUTED TO ALL INTERESTED INDIVIDUALS WEDNESDAYBEFORE'MEETING:
Plannin Commissioners (Linda Wine) I I Interested Parties
A licant/Pro erty Owner (Call to confirm the are aware of meeting and the received staff re ort)
LATE COMMUNICATIONS SENT TO PC, STAFF, PLANNER, DIRECTOR PLANNING MANAGER, "&
PRINCIPAL PLANNER,, PUBLIC WORKS & FIRE STAFF . LIAISONS, APPLICANT - (BE SURETO.MARK
EACH COMMUNICATON WITH THE AGENDA ITEM NUMBER
PLANNING COMMISSION/ZONING ADMINISTRATOR MEETING:
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 APPLICANT
&/ PROPERTY OWNER (INCLUDE CUSTOMER SURVEY CARD)
NOTICE OF ACTION LETTER (WITH CONDITIONS AND CODE RE UIREMENTS LINKED TO CITYVIEW
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 uired
APPEALABLE DEVELOPMENT OR CATEGORICAL EXCLUSION LETTER FOR COASTAL, if a licable
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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HUNTINGTON BEACH
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PLANNING DEPARTMENT
PLANNING AND ZONING PLAN CHECK
COMMERCIAL
Plan Checked By Telephone: (714)536-5271 or Plan Check No.
Date Job Address Plan Dated:
Entitlement No(s)._ Expiration Date
Review Body: Planning Commission Zoning Administrator _ Design Review Board Director
Proposed Use
1. Legal Description: Lot
2. Assessor's Parcel Number (s)Zone
Block Tract
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3. General Plan Designation -General Plan Sub Area Requirements
4. Existing Lot Size Dedication Required Yes/No (alley, comer, street) Net Lot Size
5. Proposed Total Building Floor Area _Proposed Number Units
6. Environmental Status: Study required? Y/N Exempt (sec. class EA/EIR number
7. Coastal Zone: Y/N Appealable/Nonappealable area Exempt Categorical exclusion (sec. class
8. Special Areas (circle If applicable) Residential Infill Noise Contour Design Overlay Redevelopment Earthquake Flood
Oil Methane Seismic Liquefaction FAA Historic
Plan Check per HB Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance and General Plan,
Sec`tiori 21!1 t„CAG=<r i';,F°'nf'A'tltllt
Minimum Building Site
Requirements
(Net) Area (sq. ft.)10,000 10,000 10,000 (C)
Width(ft.)100 100 100
Minimum Setbacks
Front (ft.)10 10 (D)(E)(0)
Side (ft.)5 (F)
Street Side (ft.)10 10 (E)
Rear (ft.)5 (F)
Maximum Height (ft.)40 50 50 (F)(G)
Maximum Height (ft.) w/in 45'18 18 18
residential district
Maximum Wall Dimensions (N)
Maximum Floor Area Ratio (FAR)1.0 1.5 1.5
Minimum Site Landscaping (%)8 8 8 (H)(I)
iBuilding Desgn Standards (0)
Fences and Walls (visibility)See Section 230,88 (J)(K)
Off-Street Parking and Loading See Chapter 231 (L)see page 2
Outdoor Facilities
Screening of Mechanical
Equipment
Refuse Storage Areas
Underground Utilities
Performance Standards
Nonconforming Structures
Signs
Antenna
Urban Design Guidelines
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
Subject to separate plan
check
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Maximum Height
Maximum Floor Area Ratio
Noise Mitigation
Scenic/Landscape Corridor
Urban Design
Historical/Cultural
Economic
Circulation
;toedlal
See Page 2
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ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
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230.36 Transportation Demand
Management
230.62 & 258.02 Legal Building Site
230.64 Substandard Lot
230.68 Protections Into Yards
Fireplace or chimney
Cornice, eaves and ornamental
features
Mechanical equi ment
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
Non-residential requirement
Total required
Size
Compact
Turning Radius
Aisle Ways
Striping Detail
Wheel stops/curbs
Commercial Entrance
Turn-around Space
Loading Space
Parking Lot Landscaping
CHAPTER 232 Signs
FAA setback & height limitation
Urban Design Guidelines
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Carpool parking: separate showers 2 per 100 employees: lockers I per 20 employees; bicycle parking 1 per
20 employees; assenger loading area; vanpool parking; bus stops
Yes/No Proof Required Yes/No If yes, submit copy of recorded map or Certificate of Compliance
Yes/No 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.
Front.Yard,:, ,r, ,:Sid'e'',Yard,li:,. ,; t'Sfreef,SlderYard. ,,.,Roar ,Yard
2.5'2.5' 30" min clearance 2.5'2.6'
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
street side yard
top of slab top of roof
sq.ft. +total
s A. +total
sq.ft. +total
sq.ft. +0 total
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9'x 19' minimum with 7' vertical clearance
8' x 17' (max. 20% on non-guest spaces in residential projects with 50 or more units: 20% nonresidential
projects If 20 or more parking spaces)
26' nonresidential; 20 ft. parallel & 2-way angled pkg; 30°-14'; 450-14'; 60°-15'; 24 ft, fire lane
20' for 0°-60° parking; 26' for 90° parking; 24' without adjacent parking; 25' for access to rear of
nonresidential bldg.
Shown per Diagram A
Adjacent to walkwa s, buildings, fencing, or landscaping
Re uired 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 er 20,000 sq, ft. bldg area
3 ft. or 5 ft. wide erimeter planter; I tree per 10 arking s aces; other planters
Subject to separate plan check
Subject to separate plan check
REQUIRED PRIOR TO BUILDING PERMIT SUBMITTAL, ISSUANCE, AND/OR FINAL INSPECTION
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Residential Infill Proof of Mailing
Noise Study
Reciprocal Access Easement Document
Maintenance Easement Document
Joint Use Parking Agreement
Copy of Recorded Me -
Copy of Certificate of Compliance
Approval from Coastal Commission
Categorical Exclusion (Coastal) Letter
Landscape and Irrigation Plan
Lighting Plan
Grading Plan _
CC&Rs Review and Ap royal
Elevation Certificate
Mitigation Monitoring Program
Notice of Exemption
Parkland Dedication In-lieu Fee $
Downtown Specific Plan Fee $831 per acre = $
In-lieu Parking Fee
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Cit of Huntin ton Beach
2000 MAIN STREET CALIFORNIA 92648
DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND BUILDING
www.huntin tonbeachca. ov
Plannin Division
714.536.5271
July 27, 2010
Digital Energy Inc.
Attn: Jerome Agarom
128 Auburn Ct., Suite #106
Westlake Village, CA 91362
Buildin Division
714.536.5241
ENTITLEMENT: Design Review 2010-027; Site Plan Review 2010-003
PROJECT ADDRESS: 14621 & 14561 Springdale
PROPERTY OWNER : City of Huntington Beach
2000 Main Street
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
DATE RECEIVED AT
ZONING COUNTER: July 22, 2010
PROJECT PLANNER : Hayden Beckman, Planning Aide; (714) 374-5317; email:
hbeckman@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.
Entitlement
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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 staffs
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