HomeMy WebLinkAbout1970-04-07MINUTES
OF' THE
HUNTINGTON BEACH PLANNING COMMISSION
Council Chambers,Civic Center
Huntington Beach, California
TUESDAY, APRIL 7, 1970
COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Bazil, Bokor, Slates, Miller, Porter,
Tom, Duke
COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: None
NOTE: A TAPE RECORDING OF THIS MEETING IS ON
FILE IN THE PLANNING DEPARTMENT OFFICE.
AGENDA ITEMS TO BE CONTINUED:
ZONE CASE NO. 69-39 (Continued)
RESOLUTION OF INTENT
RESOLUTION OF INTENT to remove
the 110" Combining Oil District from property bounded by
Palm Ave. on the northeast, 8th St. on the southeast, Ocean Ave.
on the southwest and Golden West St. on the northwest. Except
for property with producing wells, the change of zone will be
from R2-0 Two Family Residence District combined with oil
production to R2 Two Family Residence District, R3-0 Limited
Multiple Family Residence District combined with oil production
to R3 Limited Multiple Family Residence District, R4-0 Multiple
Family Residence District combined with oil production to R4
Multiple Family Residence District, C3-0 General Business Dis-
trict combined with oil production to C3 General Business
District and M2-0 General Manufacturing Industrial District
combined with oil production to M2 General Manufacturing
District.
The Acting Secretary informed the
Commission that the'Planning"Staff together with the Oil Field
Superintendent, has prepared a definition for an idle well
or failure to produce and of a producing well. Mr. Harlow
suggested that the Planning Commission should proceed with a
code amendment defining these terms after which changes in
the oil code should b� made to be consistent with such de-
finitions.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY BOKOR AND
SECONDED BY BAZIL TO CONTINUE ZONE CASE NO. 69-39 TO JULY 7,.
1970, TO ALLOW TIME FOR A CODE AMENDMENT TO BE ENACTED.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Bazil, Bokor, Slates, Miller
NOES: None
ABSENT: Porter, Tom, Duke
THE MOTION CARRIED.
CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 70-7 (Continued)
To permit the construction of a
mobilehome site on approximately 15.35 acres. Located between
Slater and Speer Avenues, 282 ft. west of Beach Blvd. in the
R2 Two Family Residence District.
In Conjunction With
ZONE CASE NO. 70-4 (Continued)
Applicant: C. Michael, Inc.
Change of zone from R2 Two Family
Residence District to R5 Office -Professional District. Loca-
ted between Slater and Speer Avenues, 282 ft. west of Beach
Blvd. in the R2 Two Family Residence District.
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COMMISSIONER TOM: Commissioner Tom arrived at 7:10 P.M. and
assumed his duties.
The Acting Secretary read a
letter submitted by Del Boyer, engineer for the applicant,
requesting continuance of Conditional Exception No. 70-7 and
Zone Case No. 70-4 to April 21, 1970.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY TOM AND
SECONDED BY BOKOR TO CONTINUE CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO.70-7
AND ZONE CASE NO. 70-4 TO APRIL 21, 1970, AT THE APPLICANT'S
REQUEST.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Bazil, Bokor, Slates, Miller, Tom
NOES: None
ABSENT: Duke, Porter
THE MOTION CARRIED.
USE PERMIT NO. 70-6 (Referred by the Board of Zoning Adjust-
ments)
Applicant: Capital Development Co.
To permit the construction of a
266 space mobile home park on approximately 27.5 acre parcel
of land in the R5 Office -Professional District. Located at
the northwest corner of Beach Blvd. and Atlanta Ave.
The Acting Secretary read a
letter submitted by Arch Sellery, representing the applicant,
requesting continuance of Use Permit No. 70-6 to April 21,1970.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY MILLER AND
SECONDED BY TOM TO CONTINUE USE PERMIT NO. 70-6 TO APRIL 21,
1970, AT THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Bazil, Bokor, Slates, Miller, Tom
NOES: None
ABSENT: Duke, Porter
THE MOTION CARRIED.
COMMISSIONER PORTER: Commissioner Porter arrived at 7:15 P.M.
and assumed his ies.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY BAZIL AND
SECONDED BY TOM TO INSTRUCT THE SECRETARY TO SET THE MH -
Mobilehome Zone FOR PUBLIC HEARING ON APRIL 21, 1970.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Bazil, Bokor, Slates, Miller, Porter, Tom
ABSENT: Duke
THE MOTION CARRIED.
CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 69-41 (Continued)
Applicant: James Hodges
To permit: 1) Construction of a
10 unit apartment complex in lieu of the permitted maximum
of 6 units; 2) Such units shall be three stories in height in
lieu of the permitted maximum two stories (such buildings are
not to exceed the permitted building height of 30 ft.); 3)
Construction of carports at 110" side yard setback in lieu
of the required 4 ft. setback; 4) Open unenclosed stairways
set back 18 inches from the side property line in lieu of the
required 3 ft. setback; 5) To permit the second story of such
building to cantilever over the required 600 sq. ft. of open
space and to permit construction of an open stairway within
such open space. Located on the east side of 13th St., ap-
proximately 125 ft. north of Walnut Ave. in the R4 Multiple
Family Residence District.
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The Acting Secretary suggested
that this item be continued to June 2, 1970, to allow time for
the Planning Commission to review the Proposed Development
Standards for residential development within this area of the
City. . A MOTION WAS MADE BY TOM AND
SECONDED BY MILLER TO CONTINUE CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO.69-41
TO JUNE 2, 1970, FOR THE AFOREMENTIONED REASON.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Bazil, Bokor, Slates, Miller, Porter, Tom
NOES: None
ABSENT: Duke
THE MOTION CARRIED.
ZONE CASE NO. 70-9
Applicant: Westlear Company
Change of zone from MI Light
Industrial District to R3 Limited Multiple Family Residence
District. Located on the south side of McFadden Ave., approxi-
mately 500 ft. east of the intersection of McFadden Ave. and
Gothard St.
The Acting Secretary read a
letter submitted by Owen M. Powell, representing the applicant,
requesting continuance of Zone Case No. 70-9 to April 21, 1970,
in order to properly coordinate the site planning for the pro-
ject.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY BAZIL AND
SECONDED BY TOM TO CONTINUE ZONE CASE NO. 70-9 TO APRIL 21,
1970, AT THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Bazil, Bokor, Slates, Miller, Porter, Tom
NOES: None
ABSENT: Duke
THE MOTION CARRIED:,
COMMISSIONER DUKE: Commissioner Duke arrived`at 7:20 P.M.
and assumed his uties.
USE PERMIT NO. 70-9 (Referred by the Board of Zoning Adjust-
ments)
Applicant: Shell Oil Company
To permit the construction of a
service station in the C4 Highway Commercial District. Loca-
ted on the southwest corner of Brookhurst St. and Adams Ave.
The Acting Secretary informed
the Commission that this item was considered by the Commis-
sion at the March 17th meeting, at which time this matter
was continued to the April 7th meeting to allow time for
the applicant to submit revised drawings of their structure
so as to be compatible with proposed structures in the area.
The hearing was opened to the
audience.
Mr. Martin Zaldo,, representa-
tive for Shell Oil Co., addressed the Commission and sub-
mitted new drawings of the proposed structure. He stated
that this structure will be compatible with Bob's Big Boy
in the shopping center.
operator for Shell Oil
bays.to be located in
would have to increase
area.
Don Brown, a
Co., stated that he
the front, otherwise
the staff and, also
service station
would prefer the
the operator
would lose display
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There being no other comment, the
hearing was closed.
The Commission held a discussion.
Commissioner Duke stated that he
would prefer rear entry service bays. Commissioner Porter stated
that the Commission should strive for more pleasing and natural
architectural features.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY TOM AND
SECONDED BY BAZIL TO APPROVE USE PERMIT NO. 70-9 UPON THE FOLLOW-
ING CONDITIONS:
1. The plot plan received April 7, 1970, shall be the approved
layout.
2. Revised drawings showing a pitch of 3 to 12 ft. shall be
submitted to the Planning Commission for approval.
3. The identification sign shall have a maximum height of 24 ft.
4. Easements for utilities or walkways shall be provided to
Department of Public Works standards.
5. All buildings on lots abutting a City easement shall be set
back five (5) feet from the edge of such easement.
6. Soil reports as required by the Building Department and the
Department of Public Works shall be submitted to the City
prior to issuance of building permits.
7. Fire alarm system conduit and appurtenances shall be in-
stalled by the developer at locations and to specifications
provided by the Fire Department.
8. Parking compounds shall be screened with a combination of
fencing and landscaping. Said plan shall be approved by
the Planning Department.
9. No structures, other than those shown on the approved plot
plan, shall be constructed within the project.
10. All applicable City Ordinances shall be complied with.
11. All applicable conditions of Division of Land No. 70-2
shall be complied with.
12. All landscaping within 5 ft. of a public right-of-way shall
be subject to the Department of Public Works approval.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Bazil, Bokor, Slates, Miller, Tom
NOES: Duke, Porter
ABSENT: None
THE MOTION CARRIED.
MINORITY REPORT: Commissioner Porter stated that the Commission
is relaxing its previously announced intent to apply increasingly
stringent requirements to service station development. He stated
that the Commission should continue to strive for more pleasing
and natural architectural features.
CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 70-19
Applicant: State -Wide Investors, Inc.
To permit a four -unit apartment
complex on a parcel of land having 7,762.5 sq. ft. of area in
lieu of a maximum of 3 units permitted by ordinance. Located
on the north side of Glencoe Ave., approximately 600 ft. west
of Beach Blvd. in the R2 Two Family Residence District.
The hearing was opened to the
audience.
C. W. LaMunyon, representing
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the applicant, stated that the proposed development will be
very attractive and compatible with the surrounding area.
There being no other comment,
the hearing was closed.
The Commission held a discussion.
Commissioner Duke stated that
he feels the Planning Commission should not grant a variance
for an increase in density based on economics. Commissioner
Bazil stated that this request will not be detrimental to the
surrounding neighborhood.. Commissioner Porter stated that it
is a mistake to reduce the square footage requirement per unit.
Commissioner Tom suggested that the staff prepare a code amend-
ment to allow additional unit to be granted in multiple family
areas when 75% of the requirement for the additional unit has
been met.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY BOKOR AND
SECONDED BY BAZIL TO APPROVE CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 70-19
UPON THE FOLLOWING CONDITION:
1. All applicable provisions of the Huntington Beach Ordinance
Code shall be complied with.
AND FOR THE FOLLOWING REASONS:
1. The request is very close to the required land area and the
exception is warranted.
2. The area is essentially developed multiple residences, and
there is a definite hardship on the property.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Bokor, Bazil, Miller, Slates
NOES: Porter, Tom, Duke
ABSENT: None
THE MOTION CARRIED.
CHAIRMAN SLATES: Chairman Slates was excused from further parti-
cipation at 5 P.M. Vice -Chairman Tom took over as a Chairman.
CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 70-17
ADDlicant: Geo. Betar & Elliot Fried
To permit 14 of the required
18 off-street parking spaces to be provided on a parking lot
within 300 ft.,'and not held under the same ownership. Located
on the west side of Main St., approximately 100 ft. north of
Olive Ave. and legally described as Lot No. 7, Block 304,
Huntington Beach Tract, in the C3 General Business District.
A video tape of the subject
property was shown.
The hearing was opened to the
audience.
George Betar, applicant, ex-
plained his reasons for the request. Mr. Miller asked what was
meant by legitimate theatre. Mr. Fried, applicant, answered
Mr. Miller's question and spoke in favor of the proposed com-
munity playhouse. Dr. Kowitt, owner of the property, stated
that the type of plays shall be specified in the lease, and
if obscene, the lease will be cancelled immediately. Mr.Regan,
realtor and adjacent property owner, stated that he was concerned
with the type of plays that will be presented to the public.
Mr. Regan stated that he wants the area upgraded. Mrs.Shandrick,
property owner, objected to the request, stating this type of
use should be investigated. Mr. Ed Farber, "Lewis TV" stated
that this use should meet with the Huntington Beach Ordinance
Code.
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There being no other comment,
the hearing was closed.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY PORTER AND
SECONDED BY BOKOR TO APPROVE CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 70-17
UPON THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
1. The applicant shall provide lease agreements to substantiate
the fact that parking shall be available to this use for as
long as the theater is in existence and that upon termination
of such lease agreements, Conditional Exception No. 70-17
shall become null and void.
2. The agreements for the use of the parking lot shall be appro-
ved by the City Attorney's Office and the Planning Department
to see that the above condition has been satisfactorily com-
plied with and to impose any additional conditions as deemed
necessary for the enforcement of such condition.
AND FOR THE FOLLOWING REASON:
1. The applicant is substantially complying with parking re-
quirements.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Bazil, Bokor, Miller, Porter, Duke, Tom
NOES: None
ABSENT: Slates
THE MOTION CARRIED.
CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 70-18
Applicant: Huntinzton Auto Service
To permit a renewal of an ex-
pired Use Variance No. 66-4 for an auto storage yard. Located
272 ft. north of Garfield Ave., west of Crystal St. in the M1-0
Light Industrial District combined with oil production. Legally
described as Lot No. 23, Block E, Garfield Street Addition.
The hearing was opened to the
audience.
A video tape was shown of the
subject property.
Elmer Goetch, applicant,
addressed the Commission and stated his reasons for the request.
There being no other comment,
the hearing was closed.
Commission discussion followed.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY BAZIL
AND SECONDED BY MILLER TO APPROVE CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO.70-18
UPON THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
1. The applicant shall enter into an agreement with the City
and shall agree to install all street improvements within
six (6) months after being requested to do so by the Depart-
ment of Public Works.
2. There shall be no stacking of vehicles.
3. The property shall be enclosed with a six (6) ft. high chain
link fence.
4. If water is made available to the site, the storage yard
shall be screened with adequate planting within 30 days
after requested to do so.
5. Conditional Exception No. 70-18 shall become null and void
on March 31, 1974.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Bazil, Bokor, Miller, Porter, Tom, Duke
NOES: None
ABSENT: Slates
THE MOTION CARRIED.
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ZONE CASE NO. 70-7
Applicant: Lincoln Property Co.
Change of zone from C4 Highway
Commercial District to R3 Limited Multiple Family Residence
District. Located on the west side of Algonquin St., north of
Boardwalk Dr.
A video tape was shown of the
subject and surrounding property.
The hearing was opened to the
audience.
Mr. Hunt, representing the
applicant, stated that he feels the request is moving the pro-
perty to a more restrictive use and, when purchased, the property
was master planned for apartments.
There being no other comment, the
hearing was closed.
Commission discussion followed.
Commissioner Tom stated that there will be too much multiple
family zoning in the area and this request should be continued
for a study on such zoning. Commissioner Porter stated that
the density should not be increased.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY BAZIL AND
SECONDED BY MILLER TO APPROVE ZONE CASE NO. 70-7 FOR THE FOLLOW-
ING REASONS:
1. The commercial property to the south has been separated from
this parcel by Boardwalk St. and the property south of
Boardwalk is developed.
2. The subject parcel relates to the apartment project.
3. The Master Plan of Land Use is not specific in delineating
the precise boundary between the commercial property and
the medium density property to the north.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Bazil, Miller
NOES: Porter, Tom, Duke, Bokor
ABSENT: Slates
THE MOTION DID NOT CARRY
A FURTHER MOTION WAS MADE BY
DUKE AND SECONDED BY PORTER TO DENY ZONE CASE NO. 70-7 TO ALLOW
THE STAFF TIME TO CONDUCT A STUDY ON MULTIPLE FAMILY ZONING IN
THE AREA.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Duke, Porter, Tom, Bokor
NOES: Miller, Bazil
ABSENT: Slates
THE MOTION CARRIED.
It was the Commission's con-
sensus that the staff should prepare a study of the areas pro-
posed for multiple family development to be submitted to the
Commission for their review.
ZONE CASE NO. 70-8
Applicant: Pacific Lighting Service Co.
Change of zone from RA-0 Resi-
dential Agricultural District to M1 Light Industrial District.
Located west of Golden West St., 660 ft. north of Garfield Ave.
The Acting Secretary informed
the Commission that the applicant will use the existing faci-
lities on the parcel.
The hearing was opened to the
audience.
Mr. Dawson, representing the
applicant, stated that this application was filed because they
are in desperate need of expansion of their business.
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There being no other comment,
the hearing was closed.
Commission discussion followed.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY BOKOR AND
SECONDED BY MILLER TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF ZONE CASE NO. 70-8
TO THE CITY COUNCIL FOR THE FOLLOWING REASONS:
1. The area is adequately suited for industrial development.
2. The existing facility will be used.
3. The proposed use will not be detrimental to surrounding
property since the area is manufacturing in nature.
4. A portion of this property will be acquired by the State
Division of Highways to provide an interchange at Golden
West St. and the proposed Pacific Coast Freeway.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Bazil, Bokor, Miller, Porter, Tom, Duke
NOES: None
ABSENT: Slates
THE MOTION CARRIED.
PRECISE PLAN OF STREET ALIGNMENT NO. 70-3
Said plan proposes to precise
plan the alignment of the southerly extension of Delaware St.
between Atlanta Ave. and Pacific Coast Highway.
The hearing was opened to the
audience. There being no comment, the hearing was closed.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY PORTER
AND SECONDED BY DUKE TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF PRECISE PLAN OF
STREET ALIGNMENT NO. 70-3 TO THE CITY COUNCIL.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Bazil, Bokor, Miller, Porter, Tom, Duke
NOES: None
ABSENT: Slates
THE MOTION CARRIED.
CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 70-8 (Plot Plan Approval Continued)
Applicant: Macco Corp.
To permit 1) Averaging the
density on a 12 acre parcel of land to permit a 304 unit
apartment development in the R2 Two Family Residence District
and R3 Limited Multiple Family Residence District; 2) Construc-
tion 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 Two Family Residence District and R3 Limited Multiple
Family Residence District.
The Acting Secretary informed
the Commission that this item is back before them because all
Commissioners were not in attendance when acted on at the last
meeting. Mr. Harlow stated that the only item to be considered
is the plot plan and the distribution of open space.
Syd Paul, representing the
applicant, explained the proposed layout. Jim Palin, Assistant
Planner, pointed out the required open space and reviewed the
changes made to the plot plan. Commissioner Duke requested
that the applicant submit a new plan indicating more open space.
Commissioner Porter stated that the open space between units
should be expanded. Commissioner Bazil stated that he would
like to see 20 or more units in one structure, thereby creating
more open space for green belts between the main structures.
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Commission discussion followed.
A MOT10N WAS MADE BY PORTER
AND SECONDED BY DUKE TO RESCIND THE PREVIOUS ACTION FOR APPROVAL
OF THE PLOT PLAN FOR CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 70-8.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Bazil, Tom, Porter, Duke
NOES: Miller, Bokor
ABSENT: Slates
THE MOTION CARRIED.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY DUKE AND
SECONDED BY PORTER TO CONTINUE CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 70-8
TO ALLOW THE APPLICANT TIME TO SUBMIT A NEW PLOT PLAN PROVIDING
MORE OPEN SPACE WITHIN THE DEVELOPMENT.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Bazil, Bokor, Miller, Porter, Tom, Duke
NOES: None
ABSENT: Slates
THE MOTION CARRIED.
AND FOR THE FOLLOWING REASONS:
1. The applicant did not comply with the Commission's desires
with respect to the open space requirement.
2. There is a problem in this area caused by the excessive
number of apartment developments.
EXTENSION OF TIME - TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 6954
Subdivider: PBS Corporation
247 lots on 61.5 acres, located
at the northwest corner of Atlanta Ave. and Bushard St.
The Commission reviewed the
suggested conditions.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY BAZIL AND
SECONDED BY PORTER TO APPROVE THE EXTENSION OF TIME FOR ONE YEAR
ON TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 6954 UPON THE FOLLOWING CONDITION:
1. All applicable provisions of the original approval shall
be complied with.
COMMISSIONER PORTER: Commissioner Porter requested that any
items which are not regularly scheduled on the agenda be placed
at the end of such agenda.
COMMISSIONER TOM: Commissioner Tom requested that re-evaluation
e made on future apartments and open space requirements.
INFORMATION: The Acting Secretary informed the Commission of
Counci 'r s request that the Commission make a study of Master Plan
at Springdale St. and Heil Ave. Also, that the City Council
denied all use permits pertaining to the property on the south-
east corner of Brookhurst and Adams Ave. and referred the
divisions of land for Sakioka and Beacon Bay back to the Com-
mission for findings and determination as to whether or not the
code had been complied with. Mr. Harlow also informed the
Commission that the City Council approved the church site at
Springdale St., south of Heil Ave.
THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS,
THE MEETING WAS ADJOURNED.
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Rogef D S a- K. A. Reynoids
Chairman Secretary
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