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an appointment to submit your
entitlement application by contacting the
Planning Department at 714-536-5271
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General Plan Designation - 6
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
Pt_ Staff Review
Design Review
Applicant or Authorized Agent
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Mailing Address
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Tele hone Number:
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PLANNING APPLICATION NO.2o14--601
ENTITLEMENT $FEE CASE #
Coastal Develo ment Permit CDP
Conditional Use Permit CUP
Desi n Review DR
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
Z nin Text e nt ZTA 0Z
Environmental Review
_Exempt
Sec. Claes_
Assessment Req.
EA
Coastal Area Yes_ No
Categorical Exclusion
Appeal .
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Non. App
_ Exempt Sec.
Flood Zone X
Earthquake Fault Zone
Oil District
Methane District
Redevelopment Area
Noise/CNEL
Seismic Hazard Zone
Scenic Corridor
Residential Infill
Military Buffer Zone
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Ownership Verification
iApplicant Authorization
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Plans
Notification Req.
(Narrative
PIhPhotographs/Slides
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52omputer Log
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Plans Date Stamped
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• Tract: Block: Lot:
I, Punt Pro eit Ownet'sname p Gtl'r S'e't ktstr C:M.L 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 is uance of building permits. I understand that by filing
the application, information on the application including, but not necessarily„ i d e name and address will be included on public
records that are posted on the internet.
Signature of °.e AOf't'EWA YJ 1- 2 1
Property Owner Date Authoriz d A ent Date
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.
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.
8. t view 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
3 sets of lan
9. 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).
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.
I All Planning Commission applications require slides or digital photographs of the subject site and surrounding properties.
1 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 pennits, 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 REQUIRED 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 coverage 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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• For your convenience, you may requem
an appointment to submit your
entitlement application by contacting the
Planning Department at 714-536-5271
F OROFTICI4L,US&ONLY
HUNTINGTON BEACH
City of Huntington Beach
Planning Department
2000 Main Street
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
(714) 5301-5271
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GENERAL APPLICATION:
O Planning Commission
O Zoning Administrator
Pt- Staff Review
O Design Review
Applicant or Authorized Agent (Contact Person)
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Mailing Address
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City State Zip
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PLANNING APPLICATION NO.
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Coastal Area Yes_ No,
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Notification Req.
Narrative
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Entertaitnneiit Permit
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Computar L og ` ""
Map Book Log
_Plans Date Stamped
EXISTING USE:
LO -I N AND DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY:
• Street Address:OW 1 /o
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• Assessor's Parcel Number(s):
Flood Zone
Earthquake Fault Zone-_
Oi l District
Methane
Redevelopment Area
Noise CdEL
Seismic Hazard Zone
Scenic Corridor
Residential Infll
Military Buffer Lone
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Pursuant to:
Tn Lieu of.
Date Received
Receipt h
Received by
Project Planter
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Lot Aria:
• Tract:Fi lock: Lot:
t, trs,m P,uneavtrivm:l yni _, . Ltf Vm*v us e-x'{'12.INC aeu the property owner of the subject
property and have read and understand all slateutents including the filing requirements on the reverse side of this application. I hereby
authorize Prim ne:rtz`.. snu eS to act as lily ref:rt setntativo and tobind inc in all matters concerning ibis application. I hereby affirm under penalty of perjury that, the foregoing statements, facts and
attachments arc hue and correct. I understand that this application for entitlement or variance may he denied, modified or approved with
conditions and that such conditions or modifications must he satisfied prior to is trance of building permits. I understand that by filing
the application; information on the application including, but not necessnrilynitt t ei to name and address will be included on public
records that on, posted on the interne
Signature-- of
'rnpetiy caner Date Ant It oriz d :g ent Date
40 CITY OF HUNTINGTAftBEA CH
PROJECT PROCESSING CHECKLIST
(For Planning Staff Use)
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Re uest Com lete S ecial Permits, Variances
. Pro ert Owner's Si nature or Letter of Authorization
Le al Descri
Veri Zonin
k Verif General Plan Sub-Areas & FAR
Pro er Number of Plans
Develo ment Com liance Matrix
tion/AP No./AP Ma
A licant's Name, Address, Tele hone Number
Entitlement No. On Plans
Photo ra hs
Additional Fees Paid
Address Correct
Narrative Justification for Re uest
Cit View - Com lete
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
DEVELOPMENT:REVIT+W;RI•;QIJST.SI+;NT t Otlrei Dep4tmeifs (Trdct Maps?ASAP
See.EntitlementReviewRe uest List Memo EP-6R ,
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Check Miti ation Measures of Previous] a
Cate oricall Exern t
GOIISTAL `STATUS;
Not A licable
Exem t
Flood Plain
Al uist-Priolo
Seismic
Hazardous Waste Site
Redevelo ment Area
Affordable Hotisin Plan
j CONCURRENT,PROCRSSfNG.O:ther•,Entiitlements/Fees
177, FIE,iD 2"1VSP.8CTION
I Existin On-Site Use s and Ad 'acent Uses
Landsca in Condition/ Mature Trees
Grade Differentials with Ad'oinin Lots
:1 PRELIIViI1VARyiPLAIV CI CK;,` See,Plaii Check;Sheet)
EIR
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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 lit/ Condition/ Location
1bRBAN DL'SIGN GUIDELINES ' See';]b'esi ri Review Chabklist
oTrtrzssU's
Ne ative Declaration
roved EIR/N.D.
A ealable Area
Cate orically Excluded
Easements
S eeific Plan Area
Oil Wells
Infill Lot Ordinance
DAT Meetin
Park & Rec. Fees/Re 's
PROJECT; REVTEW .MEETING'vt'ith Planniii`' Staff .:`.'
Previous Entitlements and Conditions
Ad'acent Entitlements and Conditions
Reci rocal Access on Ad 'acent Pro ert
Pro )ert Maintenance Ordinance
Water ualit Maria ement Plan
Historical
SEND FILING;S'ATUS T;ETTER T'O APPLICANT (and.property owner ; xf different ) wrthm 30 days
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1NFOR1N1;APPLICA:NTPARliY'7N;PR6CII88 .0F;STATF'S RECOMML+`NDATION';AND'•C(jNDITIONs,:'
G,OMMUNiTY;IVIEETING'fo MAjor; or Conti dve"rsial 'Pr.ojects'(Send Notices mclud e:Plann>ng Comrnissiori)
F__I''SUBDIVISIONMEETINGRE US'REIS (Send Notices
DESIGN 'REVIEWMEETJJ G'RE :VIRED'Materials &.Color ,Board ' Sen&Notices
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-: OWNERSHIP MALINCLIST ANDS,MAP ACCURACY: Verified'& MostCurrent,(Map:andl-Mailing`labels 6f Owners.
and/'or eiiants, licaiitSite Pro - c,,R 1Owu'er"' ent' and Matrix
' :SEND I EGALNOTICES:.#ORrUT3LIC;HEARING'incliidiii Infi11Lari ua e;'if;a' licable '(with,-labels . 'f •
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0PRBPARE'S AFF REPORT/CONDITIviv;S OF APPROVAL
Prepare Attachments I I Reduced Size Plans Revised Plans
. ENSURE STAFF REPORT IS DISTRTh U EDtTo ALL l NTEIZ ST ED.;:INDIV D UtJLSr W 'DNESDAV BEFORE MEETING.
Planning Commissioners (Linda Wine) Interested Parties '
Applicant/Property Owner (Call to confirm they are aware of meeting and they received staff report)
DIRIr CT OR PLANNING MANAGERLATI COlYIIVIUTIGATIONS SI NI TO=iPC STAFF I?I ANNER ,
PRINCIPAL ;PLAN :NER, PUBLIC WO RICS& 1+IRE STAFF IIAISOIVS , APPLICANT - (BE'SURE TO MARIC
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`PLANNING COMMISSIO N/ZONING ADMINIS,7RATOR MEET NG:
Colored Site Plans, Floor Plans and Elevations
Massing Model
Slides/Photographs
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 REQUIREMENTS ) LINKED TO CITYVIEW
CALL APPLICANT IF THEY DID NOT ATTEND AND/OR TO FOLLOW-UP AND ANSWER ANY QUESTIONS
FOR THEM (Customer Service)
CEQA NOTICE AND MITIGATION MONITORING FEE, if re uired
APPEALABLE DEVELOPMENT OR CATEGORICAL EXCLUSION LETTER FOR COASTAL, if applicable
PLANS STAMPED WITH NOTED ACTION
MINUTES IN FILE
ORGANIZE ZONING FILE AND PLACE IN FILE 'CABINET (see De t. Polic Memo for file organization)
If Appealed
NOTIFY APPLICANT IF APPEALED BY SOMEONE ELSE.
NOTIFY OTHER DEPARTMENT'S REPRESENTATIVES.
INFORM APPLICANT / OTHER DEPARTMENTS IF STAFF RECOMMENDATION CHANGES.
NOTIFY APPLICANT / OTHER DEPARTMENTS OF SCHEDULED HEARING DATE.
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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
January 24, 2014
Phil Sanchez
37 Brookline
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
ENTITLEMENT:
PROJECT ADDRESS
PROPERTY OWNER:
DATE RECEIVED AT
ZONING COUNTER:
Administrative Permit No. 14-002
19365 Main Street, Unit 105
Seacliff Village Shopping Center Inc
c/o Shea Properties
130 Vantis, Ste 200
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
January 21, 2014
PROJECT PLANNER : Kristi Rojas
(714) 375-5058
kristi.ro'as surfci -hb.ora
Buildin Division
714.536.5241
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
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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 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!
Sincerely,
an" e Jamb's
Planning Manager
xc: Property Owner
Project File