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For your convenience, you ma request
an appointment to submit yot
entitlement application by contacting the
Planning Department at 714-536-5271
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
M Staff Review
Design Review
Applicant or Authorized Agent (Contact Person)
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General Plan Designation
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PLANNING APPLICATION NO. O - 0
ENTITLEMENT $FEE
Coastal Develo ment Permit
Conditional Use Permit
Desi n Review
Entitlement Plan Amendment
General Plan Amendment
Local Coastal Pro ram Amend
Planned Si n Pro ram
Si n Code Exce tion
Tern ora Use Permit
Variance
Zonin Ma Amendment
Zonin Text Amendment
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Environmental Review
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P-Gwnership Verification
'Applicant Authorization
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Photographs/Slides
J ntertainment Permit
HOA approval
'Computer Log
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Plans Date Stamped
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Scenic Corridor
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Date Received / - 3-09
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EXISTING USE:
LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY:
• Street Address: 22 T
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• Nearest Major Intersection: V6Ii5r01, , 0/Ir
• Assessor's Parcel Number(s): I Lot Area:
• Tract: Block: Lot:
1, Print Pro eit Owners name I NEc r,oc2e am the property owner of the subject
property and have read and understand all Yst tements including the filing requirements on the reverse side of this application. I hereby
authorize Print A ent's name LEo rl - .-ice-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
re ords that are po ted on the internet.c
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APPLICATION RE UIREMENTS: (Complete/submit the following circled items prior to submittal and return this application
with your submittal)
c This application must be typed or printed and filled in completely.
(2J 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 one (1) set of plans reduced to 11" X 17". Other plans may be
required depending on the complexity of the project.
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 an scape p aris-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 rmits require only three(3) sets of plans.l r ,021 f '' -Pit-?.fit,, . •rt
9. Preliminary- Plan with all existing and proposed grades as well as all walls/fences shown on plan.
10. 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). rJ / yo[ US
blic 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.
11 entitlements require photographs of the subject site and surrounding properties.
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:
number ofnd da s of o erationdidfthiilriiftdDyp ,ng propose use, square age,ours aanservces,nc u oofa)pt on o projecesc
employees, and other information as appropriate.
(b) Reasons for initiating this application.
(c) Description of surrounding uses to the north, south, east and west. - r--Y, v
(d) Description of population served by the proposed use or project.
1 . 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 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. 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).
CITY OF HUNTIl ETON BEA CH
PROJECT PROCESSING CHECKLIST
(For Planning Staff Use)
et e CA
Re uest Com lete S ecial Permits Variances
Pro e Owner's Si nature or Letter of Authorization
Le al Descri tion/AP No./AP Ma
Veri Zonin
Veri General Plan Sub-Areas & FAR
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Photo ra hs
Additional Fees Paid
Address Correct
f Narrative Justification for Re uest
Cit View - Com lete
Pro er Number of Plans A licant's Name Address, Tele hone Number
Develo merit 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
Ne ative Declaration
Check Miti ation Measures of Previousl a roved EIRIN,D.
Cate oricall Exem t
Not A licable
Exem t
0100
A ealable Area
Cate oricall Excluded
M 1 Ie ie ' o
Existin On-Site Use s and Ad'acent Uses
Landsca in Condition/ Mature Trees
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 Ad'acent Entitlements and Conditions
Seismic Oil Wells Reci rocal Access on Ad'acent Pro ert
Hazardous Waste Site Infill Lot Ordinance Pro ert Maintenance Ordinance
Redevelo ment Area DAC Meetin Water ualit Mana ement Plan
Affordable Housin Plan Park & Rec. Fees/Re 's Historical
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Pre are Attachments Reduced Size Plans Revised 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
ITV
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 NCLUDE CUSTOMER SURVEY CARD
NOTICE OF ACTION LETTER ITH 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
Plan Checked By
Date
Entitlement No(s),__,_
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
PLANNING AND ZONING PLAN CHECK
Job Address
RESIDENTIAL
Telephone: (714)536-5271 or Plan Check No.
Plan Dated:
Expiration Date
Review Body: Planning Commission Zoning Administrator Design Review Board Director
Proposed Use
1. Legal Description: Lot Block Tract
2. Assessor's Parcel Number (s) DM Zone
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___j 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
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Minimum Building Site
Re ulrements
Area (sq, ft.)6,000 61000 2,500 6,000 6,000 10 ac.(A)(B)(C)
Width(ft.)60 60 25 60 60 -
Cul de sac frontage 45 45 45 45
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
Maximum Height ft.
(L)(R)
Dwellings 35 35 35 35 35 20 (M)
Accessory Structures 15 15 15 15 15 15 (L)(R)
Maximum Floor Area Ratio (FAR)- -1:1
Minimum Lot Area per Dwelling
Unit s . ft.
6,222 2,904 * 1,742 1,244
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)
Accessibility within Dwellings (0)
Waterfront Lots (R)
Landscaping (See Chapter 232)40% front yard = Proposed Yard trees Required Proposed
Fences and Walls (visibility)See Section 230.88
Lighting
Underground Utilities
Screening of Mechanical Equipment
Refuse Stora e Areas
See Chapter 17.64
See Section 230.76
78See Section 230
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Antenna
Performance Standards
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See Section 230.80
See Section 230.82
Off-Street Parkin and Loadin
Signs
Nonconforming Structures
See Cha ter 231
See Chapter 233
See Chapter 236
See Page 2
Upper-Story Setbacks Required Provided (F)(M2c)
* Lots 50 feet or less in width = 1 unit per 25 feet of frontage
Lots greater than 50 feet in width = I unit per 1,900 square feet
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RESIDENTIAL
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ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
230.22 Residential Infill Lot
230.62 & 258.02 Legal Building Site
230.64 Substandard Lot
230.68 Projections Into Yards
shall not exceed 2/3 of the building length on which they are located.
Required Yes/No or Not Applicable Compliance - windows deck Notice submitted
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
Rear Yard35r'a ,° ;r; `.H-av , 'r. ° `;. ,. ,`, '41;:r !" ti ' fit °l ',:f6'Y, `:Sid t' Ptl ;, °' ;,,r;,,i,,;.,a,'^:: ° ,. , ,Street 8idO i atd•r, ,
Fire lace or chimne
Cornice, eaves and ornamental
features
Mechanical e ul 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
Ba 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 sto s/curbs
Urban Design Guidelines
Maximum Height
Affordable Housing
Density
Noise
Scenic/Landscape Corridor
Urban Design
Historical/Cultural
Economic
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
street side yard)
top of slab top of roof
(dJ enclosed + open + guest = total
rm enclosed + open + guest = total
enclosed + open + guest = total
@ enclosed + open + guest = total
enclosed + open + guest = grand total
sq.ft. + total
9' x 19' minimum with 7' vertical clearance
8' x 17' (max. 20% on non-guest spaces in rojects 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 er Diagram A Key to site plan
Adjacent to walkways, buildings, fencing, or landscaping
Subject to separate plan check
is Provided
REQUIRED PRIOR TO BUILDING PERMIT SUBMITTAL, ISSUANCE, AND/OR FINAL INSPECTION
05618#6641f4 ,
Residential Infill Proof of Mailing
Noise Study
Reciprocal Access Easement Document
Maintenance Easement Document
Joint Use Parking Agreement
Co y of Recorded Ma
Co y of Certificate of Com (lance
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 Exam tion
Parkland Dedication In-lieu Fee $
Downtown S ecific Plan Fee $831 per acre = $
In-lieu Parking Fee
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Ii #& City of Huntington Beach
•.- 2000 MAIN STREET CALIFORNIA 92648
DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING
April 6,, 2009
Leon Metoyer
6422 Yale Circle
Huntington Beach, CA 92647
ENTITLEMENT: Administrative Permit 2009-005
PROJECT ADDRESS: 6422 Yale Circle
PROPERTY OWNER: Renee and Paul Oberdorf
7751 Colgate
Westminster, CA 92683
DATE RECEIVED AT
ZONING COUNTER: April 3, 2009
PROJECT PLANNER : Jill Arabe, Assistant Planner; (714)3.74-5357; email:
- jarabe@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 enviromnental 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