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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1970-03-31MINUTES OF THE HUNTINGTON BEACH PLANNING COMMISSION Council Chambers, Civic Center Huntington Beach, California TUESDAY, MARCH 31, 1970 - STUDY SESSION COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Bazil, Bokor, Slates, Miller, Tom, Porter, Duke COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: None NOTE: A TAPE RECORDING OF THIS MEETING IS ON FILE IN THE PLANNING DEPARTMENT OFFICE. CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 70-8 (Plot Plan Approval Continued) Applicant: Macco Corporation To permit the following: 1) Averaging the density on a 12 acre parcel of land to permit a 304 unit apartment development in the R2 and R3; 2) Con- struction of carports with zero side and rear yard setback; and 3) Such carports to be constructed within 20 ft. of the front property line in lieu of the required 50 ft. setback. Located on the south side of Warner Ave., 660 ft. east of Edwards St., in the R2 and R3 District. The Acting Secretary informed the Commission that this matter was before them pursuant to conditional approval of Conditional Exception No. 70-8, which required the Board of Zoning Adjustments to review the final plot plan. Mr. Harlow stated that the staff feels the appli- cant has met all standards as required previously by the Com- mission, therefore, approval is recommended. ` r-• - the Commission reviewed the p 1 an s . A MOTION WAS MADE BY BOKOR AND SECONDED BY MILLER TO ACCEPT THE PLOT PLAN AS SUBMITTED. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Bokor, Miller, Slates, Tom NOES: None ABSENT: Bazil, Porter, Duke THE MOTION CARRIED. CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 69-91 (Continued) Applicant: Groth Chevrolet To permit banners to be used as promotional month -end sales signs for 4 or 5 days each month at an automobile agency. Located on the west side of Beach Blvd., approximately 150 ft. north of Taylor St. in the C2 District. The Acting Secretary read a supplemental report prepared by the staff, regarding "month - end sale" for used cars. Mr. Harlow stated that inquiry has been made regarding the "month -end sale" advertising campaign to the Los Angeles Division of General Motors, Corp., and the reply was, yes, definitely, the company does ask -the dealers to participate and purchase from the company advertis- ing kits which are for the promotional month -end sales of new and used cars. Mr. Groth, applicant, stated that there will be only one banner used which is 3 ft. by 30 ft. in dimension. Commission discussion followed. A MOTION WAS MADE BY MILLER AND SECONDED BY TOM TO APPROVE CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO.69-91 UPON THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: -1- 3/31/70-PCSS Minutes: H.B. Planning Commission Study Session March 31, 1970 Page 2 1. Conditional Exception No. 69-91 shall become null and void March 31, 1971. 2. The applicant shall comply with all applicable provisions of Section 9763.1 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code - Temporary Signs. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Miller, Tom, Slates, Bokor NOES: None ABSENT: Porter, Duke, Bazil THE MOTION CARRIED. COMMISSIONER BAZIL: Commissioner Bazil arrived at 4:15 P.M. and assumed his uties. ADMINISTRATIVE ACTION NO. 69-1 Applicant: Groth Chevrolet To permit: 1) Four round por- celain enamel 36" diameter "OK" Used Car Signs; 2) Signs painted on building - Groth Chevrolet, Campers and Trucks and Part and Accessories Dept., in all open lettering. Located on the west side of Beach Blvd., north of Taylor St. Jim Palin, Assistant Planner, discussed details pertaining to the existing signs - part one of the request. COMMISSIONER PORTER: Commissioner Porter arrived at 4:20 P.M. and assumed his ies. The Acting Secretary stated that the most northerly sign should be removed because it is only set back 5 ft. from the side property line in lieu of the required 20 ft. setback and that the other "OK" used car signs were non -conforming due to the separation between signs (38 ft. rather than 40 ft.). Commission discussion followed. A MOTION WAS MADE BY BOKOR AND SECONDED BY MILLER TO APPROVE THAT PORTION OF ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 69-1 PERTAINING TO THE "OK" USED CAR SIGNS AND UPON THE FOLLOWING CONDITION: 1. The most northerly 36" diameter "OK" sign shall be removed. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Miller, Bokor, Tom, Bazil, Porter NOES: Slates ABSENT: Duke THE MOTION CARRIED. A MOTION WAS MADE BY BAZIL AND SECONDED BY MILLER TO APPROVE THAT PORTION OF ADMINISTRATIVE ACTION NO. 69-1 PERTAINING TO THE SIGNS PAINTED ON THE BUILD- ING UPON THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: 1. Approval of that portion of Administrative Action No.69-1 pertaining to the painted -on signs shall become null and void March 31, 1972. 2. At the end of two years, said sign shall be repainted and shall conform to the sign ordinance in effect at that time. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Bazil, Bokor, Miller, Slates, Tom, Porter NOES: None ABSENT: Duke THE MOTION CARRIED. -2- . 3/31/70-PCSS Minutes: H.B. Planning Commission Study Session March 31, 1970 Page 3 DISCUSSION: STANDARDS FOR SERVICE STATIONS COMMISSIONER DUKE: Commissioner Duke arrived at 4:35 P.M. and assumed his duties. The Acting Secretary informed the Commission that the standards for service stations will serve as a guide and will be adopted by a resolution of the Planning Commission and City Council. The Commission reviewed the proposed standards. John Ginos, Standard Oil Co., discussed item V subparagraph D, pertaining to access to service bays. Mr. Ginos pointed out that in many cases four service bays are necessary because of service station location. Commissioner Bazil stated that he feels service stations should be limited to two service bays on one side of a building for esthetic purposes. Mr.Bazil suggested that the Commission should take a look at three or four service bays and submit their comments. Mr. Ginos further discussed the 6% landscaping requirement. He suggested that perhaps the height of landscaping should be considered by the Commission. The Commission concurred with Mr. Ginos' suggestion. Commissioner Bazil pointed out that service station sites should be large enough to accommo- date the 6% of landscaping as proposed. Mr. Martin, Shell Oil Co., stated that he did not agree with the requirement that all new and used merchandise be stored and displayed within the permanent structure. Mr. Martin stated that some merchandise should be allowed to be displayed outside the building so customers could see the product. Commissioner Porter stated that service stations could be successful if they are built pro- perly. The Acting Secretary suggested that various oil companies should submit their comments per- taining to the proposed standards and said comments could be discussed at the next study session. It was the consensus of the Commission to further discuss thisitem at the next study session. DISCUSSION: DESIGN CRITERIA FOR CIVIC DISTRICT ZONE The Acting Secretary informed the Commission that the Civic District Ordinance is in the process of being adopted by the City Council. Robert Vasquez, Assistant Planner, explained the criteria to be used for de- sign review. Commissioner Bazil stated that the criteria for design review is too vague. Commissioner Tom stated that the Design Review Board should come up with a uniform development. Commissioner Duke concurred with Commissioner Tom's statement. Commissioner Bazil suggested that the Design Review Board should develop a theme for each major civic facility. Mr. Bazil suggested that criteria used by Redwood City be included as a part of by our City. It was a consensus of the Com- mission to submit their comments on criteria for Design Review to the Acting Secretary for transmittal back to the Design Review Board. -3- 3/31/70-PCSS Minutes: H.B. Planning Commission Study Session March 31, 1970 Page 4 DISCUSSION: STANDARDS FOR MOBILEHOME PARKS: The Acting Secretary asked that the -Commission study these standards and that they are meant for discussion purposes only at this time. The Commission reviewed the pro- posed standards. It was the consensus that the Commission submit their comments pertaining to this item and further discussion be held at the next study session. DISCUSSION: DEFINITION OF PRODUCING WELLS A letter submitted by the City Attorney's office, stating that research by the legal depart- ment and studies by the Planning Commission and Oil Field De- partment will be necessary before the City Attorney's office can approve the proposed amendment. Mr. Harlow asked that this item be continued for further discussion. THERE BEING;NO FURTHER BUSINESS, THE CHAIRMAN.ADJOURNED TO:AN INFORMAL PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING. 4 . oge ates T A. ReynolqTs Chairman Secretary -4- 3/31/70-PCSS