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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1970-07-15MINUTES HUNTINGTON BEACH BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS Administrative Annex 523 Main Street Huntington Beach, California WEDNESDAY, JULY 15, 1970 BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Lipps, Lovejoy, Palin ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 70-31 - Continued Applicant: Robert D. Dawson To permit light manufacturing and metal fabricating in the Ml-Light Industrial District. The subject property is located on the. west side of Golden West Street, and 660 ft. north of Garfield Street. The Acting Chairman read the request and advised the Board that the applicant has requested a continuance until, July 22, 1970. A MOTION WAS MADE BY PALIN AND SECONDED BY LOVEJOY TO CONTINUE ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 70-31 TO THE JULY 22, 1970, MEETING. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Lipps, Lovejoy, Palin NOES: None THE MOTION CARRIED. USE PERMIT NO. 70-28 - Continued Applicant: Robert L. Stellrecht/Anthony Bartoli To permit the construction of a 28 unit apartment complex in the R3 Limited Multiple Family Residence District. The subject property is located on the north side of Memphis Street, approximately 234 ft. east of Huntington Avenue. The Acting Chairman read the request and informed the Board that a revised plot plan had been sub- mitted July 15, 1970, showing two areas for open space as requested by the Board. Mr. Palin also informed the Board that -the previous plot plan had shown no open space. The hearing was opened to the audience. As the applicant had not yet arrived, this item was tabled until later in the meeting. CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 70-37 Applicant: Kenneth E. Friess To permit the construction of a 5 ft. high grapestake fence at the front property line in lieu of the required 10 ft. front yard setback. -1- 7/15/70 - BZA Minutes: 11.13. Board of Zoning Adjustments Wednesday, July 15, 1970 Page No. Z The subject property is located on the east side of Queens Lane, approximately 100 ft. north of Slater Avenue in the R3 Limited Multiple Family Residence District. Dorothy Lewis, repre- senting the applicant, addressed the Board and answered various questions. The Acting Chairman advised that it has been the policy of the Board not to allow this type of construction within developed residential areas. Mrs. Lewis advised that there is no area other than the alley for the children to play at present, and there have been children hit by cars in the vicinity. She also advised that the fence is already constructed and is con- structed in such a way that it would have to be torn down and reconstructed if this exception were not allowed. There being no further comment, the hearing was closed. Board discussion was held. It was the consensus of the Board that a field trip should be made to subject property to review such fence construction and site for open space. A MOTION WAS MADE BY PALIN A14D SECONDED BY LIPPS TO CONTINUE CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 70-37 TO THE JULY 22, 1970, MEETING TO ALLOW THE BOARD TIME TO REVIEW THE FENCE ON -SITE AND TO MEASURE THE HEIGHT OF SAID FENCE. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Lipps, Lovejoy, Palin NOES: None THE MOTION CARRIED. CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 70-38 Applicant: Thomas Casenza (Beach City Const. Co.) To permit an existing 13 ft. wide driveway to serve as access to required parking in lieu of the required 20 ft. width for driveways exceeding 100 ft. in length. The subject property is located at 7832 Newman Avenue approximately 500 feet west of Beach Blvd., in the R2 Two Family Residence District. The Acting Chairman read the request and opened the hearing to the audience. Mr. Casenza, applicant, addressed the Board and explained the request. Discussion was held. There being no further comment, the hearing was closed. Board discussion was held. A MOTION WAS MADE BY PALIN AND SECONDED BY LIPPS TO APPROVE CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 70-38 WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: 1. The archway shall be removed to afford 13 ft. clear width on the driveway. -2- 7/15/70 - BZA Minutes: H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments Wednesday, July 15, 1970 Page No. 3 2. Newman Avenue shall be dedicated and fully improved to Department of Public Works Standards. FOR THE FOLLOWING REASONS: 1. The existing- structure is within 13 ft. of the side property line. - 2. The driveway exists. 3. The driveway only exceeds the maximum length permitted by the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code by 14 ft. for driveways 10 ft. in width. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Lipps, Lovejoy, Palin NOES: None THE MOTION CARRIED. USE PERMIT NO. 70-29 Applicant: Tavaglione Construction Comnan To permit free standing self- service gasoline pumps as an adjunct to a convenience market in the C2 Community Business District. The subject property is located on the southeast corner of Brookhurst Street and Atlanta Avenue. The Acting Chairman read the request and opened the hearing to the audience. Lewis Tavaglione, applicant, addressed the Board and answered various questions. The Acting Chairman advised that the Fire Code required an attendant at all times whose sole duty is to attend the pump islands. The applicant advised that all controls and meters for the pump -are inside where there is an attendant. The Acting Chairman advised that the Planning Commission has requested that all.applicat;ons for service stations or similar uses be referred to their body for action. Dr. Adams, nearby property owner and Dr. Rosellini, spoke in opposition of the request. They were concerned with maintenance and felt this use would degrade the area. There being no further comment, the hearing was closed. A MOTION WAS MADE BY PALIN AND SECONDED BY LOVEJOY TO REFER USE PERMIT NO. 70-29 TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING TO BE HELD ON AUGUST 4, 1970, AT 7:00 P.M. IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CIVIC CENTER, PER THE REQUEST OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Lipps, Lovejoy, Palin NOES: None THE MOTION CARRIED. -3- 7/15/70 - BZA Minutes: II.B. Beard of Zoning Adjustments Wednesdrjy, Joly 15, 1970 CONDITIONAI, EXCEPTION NO. 70-39 Applicant: Stanley Fann To permit waiver of the requirements that one foot of landscaping be provided for each foot of building encroachment into the required setback as stated in Section 9432.6.5 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. The subject property is located on the northwest corner of Springdale Street and Warner Avenue in the C4 - Highway Commercial District. The Acting Chairman read the request and opened the hearing to the audience. Mr. Fann, applicant, addressed the Board and advised he has fully landscaped the site and has contacted a contractor to clean up the subject area and then will have the City maintain the street curb. Mrs. Hiltune questioned maintenance and what type of building is proposed on the vacant portion of property within the shopping center. Mr. Fann advised that a restaurant would be constructed on this vacant property. comment, the hearing was closed. There being no further Board discussion was held. It was felt this particular parcel was difficult to develop and the total landscaping in front for the vacant property should be reviewed when said area is developed to insure adequate landscaping for this request. A MOTION WAS MADE BY PALIN AND SECONDED BY LIPPS TO APPROVE CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 70-39 SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: 1. Any future application for building as shown on the plot plan shall incorporate a landscape plan to be reviewed by the Board of Zoning Adjustments. FOR THE FOLLOWING REASON: 1. It would be an economic hardship upon the developer to require relocation of the driveway after being approved at present location by the City. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Lipps, Lovejoy, Palin NOES: None THE MOTION CARRIED. USE PERMIT NO. 70-28 - Continued Applicant: Robert L. Stellrecht/Anthony Bartoli to the audience. The hearing was reopened Mr. Stellrechi , .applicant, addressed the Board and answered various questions. The suggested conditions of approval were reviewed. Discussion was held re- garding revised plans. -4- 7/15/70 - BZA Minutes: H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments Wednesday, July 15, 1970 Page No. 5 the hearing was closed. There being no further comment, Board discussion was held. A MOTION WAS MADE BY PALIN AND SECONDED BY LOVEJOY TO APPROVE USE PERMIT NO. 70-28 SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: 1. The plot plan received July 15, 1970, shall be the approved layout. 2. Memphis and Nashville Avenues shall be dedicated and fully improved to City standards at the time each parcel is developed. Improvements shall include street trees, street signs, street lights, fire hydrants, sewer and water main extensions. 3. Water supply shall be through the City of Huntington Beach's water system. 4. Sewage disposal shall be through the City of Huntington Beach's sewage system. S. The water, sewer, and fire hydrant system shall be approved by the Department of Public Works and Fire Department. 6. The property shall participate in the local drainage assess- ment district. 7. 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. 8. All utilities shall be installed underground. 9. Fire alarm system conduit and appurtenances shall be installed by the developer at locations and to specifications provided by the Fire Department. 10. Off-street parking facilities shall conform to Article 979. 11. Parking compounds shall be screened with a combination of fencing and landscaping. Said plan shall be approved by the Planning Department. 12. No structures, other than those shown on the approved plot plan, shall be constructed within the project. 13. All applicable City Ordinances and Standards for Apartment Developments shall be complied with. ' 14. Division of Land No. 218 shall become null and void upon approval of Use Permit No. 70-28. 15. An agreement between owners of subject property and lot 13 of the Watson Tract shall be signed and filed with the City prior to Certificate of Occupancy by the Building Department on subject property. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Lipps, Lovejoy, Palin NOES: None THE MOTION CARRIED. -5- 7/15/70 - BZA Minutes: II, 1i. lioar-d of Zoning Adjustments Wednesdav, July 15, 1970 Page No. o USE PERMIT NO. 70-21 Applicant: H. H. Hansen This application was referred back to the Board by the Planning Commission for condi- tions of approval to be established. Mr. Hansen, applicant, was present and advised the Board that the identification sign will be attached to the existing Enco identification sign. The Acting Chairman informed the Board that the proposed landscaping exceeds that required by code. Board discussion followed. A MOTION WAS MADE BY PALIN AND SECONDED BY LIPPS TO APPROVE THE PLAN AS SUBMITTED FOR USE PERMIT NO. 70-21 SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: 1. There shall be two 15 gallon trees planted on the rear pro- perty line. These trees may be planted in tree wells. 2. Parking shall comply with Article 979 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. 3. All applicable service station standards as imposed by the Planning Commission shall be complied with. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Lipps, Lovejoy, Palin NOES: None THE MOTION CARRIED. DIVISION OF LAND N0. 70-18 Applicant: Standard -Pacific Corp. To allow the division of a 6.87 acre-Rarcel of_ _1_a_nd _into__ two legal parcels. The subject property is loca- teedlon the southeast corner of Hamilton Avenue and Newland- Street. The Chairman read the request. Board discussion was held. A MOTION WAS MADE BY PALIN AND SECONDED BY LOVEJOY TO APPROVE DIVISION OF LAND NO. 70-18 SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: 1. Hamilton Avenue and Newland Street shall be dedicated and fully improved to City standards at the time each parcel is developed. Improvements shall include street trees, street signs, street lights, fire hydrants, sewer and water main extensions. 2. Water supply shall be through the City of Huntington Beach's water system at the time each parcel is developed. -6- 7/15/70 - BZA Minutes: H. B. Board of Zoning Adjustments Wednesday, July 15, 1970 Page No. 7 3. Sewage disposal shall be through the City of Huntington Beach's sewage system at the time each parcel is devel- oped. 4. The water, sewer, and fire hydrant system shall be approved by the Department of Public Works standards. 5. The flood control channel shall be fenced to Flood Control District standards and City standards at the time each parcel is developed. 6. The property shall participate in the local drainage assess- ment district at the time each parcel is developed. 7. All utilities shall be installed underground at the time each parcel is developed. 8. All applicable City Ordinances shall be complied with. 9. A Parcel Map shall be filed with the City and recorded prior to framing inspection of any structures on any parcel. 10. The Division of Land shall not be effective until an agree- ment is signed and recorded agreeing to the conditions listed above. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Lipps, Lovejoy, Palin NOES: None THE MOTION CARRIED. THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS, THE MEETING ADJOURNED. Acting Secretary James W. Palin Acting Chairman James W. Palin -7- 7/15/70 - BZA