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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1970-12-15MINUTES HUNTINGTON BEACH PLANNING COMMISSION Council Chambers, Civic Center Huntington Beach, California TUESDAY, DECEMBER 15, 1970 COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Bazil, Higgins, Porter, Miller, Duke, Kerins COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: Slates NOTE: A TAPE RECORDING OF THIS MEETING IS ON FILE IN THE PLANNING DE- PARTMENT OFFICE. MINUTES: On motion by Duke and seconded by Miller, the Minutes of the Huntington Beach Planning Commission of September 1, 1970, were accepted as transcribed and mailed by the Secretary. AGENDA ITEMS TO BE CONTINUED OR WITHDRAWN: ZONE CASE NO. 70-20 Applicant: Mr. & Mrs. David Meredith Change of zone from M1 Light Industrial District to MH - Mobilehome District. Located on the south side of Slater Ave., approximately 660 ft. east of Gothard St. The Acting Secretary read a letter sub- mitted by Joe Evans, agent for the applicant, requesting continuance of Zone Case No. 70-20 to January 5, 1970. A MOTION WAS MADE BY DUKE AND SECONDED BY MILLER TO CONTINUE ZONE CASE NO. 70-20 TO JANUARY 5, 1970 AT THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Higgins, Miller, Porter, Kerins, Duke NOES: None ABSENT: Slates ABSTAINED: Bazil THE MOTION CARRIED. TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 7338 2 lots on 10 acres of land In Conjunction With USE PERMIT NO. 70-59 Subdivider: Derby Land Co. To permit the construction of a 168 unit planned residential development on 10 acres of land in the R2 Two Family Residence District. Located west of New- land St., 660 ft. south of Slater Ave. The Acting Secretary read a letter sub- mitted by John K. Mandrell, engineer for the developer, re- questing a continuance of Tentative Tract Map No. 7338 and Use Permit No. 70-59 to January 5, 1971 to allow time for certain modifications to be incorporated into the precise plan which would improve the development. A MOTION WAS MADE BY BAZIL AND SECONDED BY KERINS TO CONTINUE TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 7338 TO JANUARY 5, 1971 AT THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Bazil, Higgins, Miller, Porter, Kerins, Duke NOES: None ABSENT: Slates THE MOTION CARRIED. Minutes: H.B. Planning Commission December 15, 1970 Page 2 A MOTION WAS MADE BY MILLER AND SECONDED BY DUKE TO CONTINUE USE PERMIT NO. 70-59 TO JANUARY 5, 1970, AT THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Bazil, Kerins, Higgins, Miller, Porter, Duke NOES: None ABSENT: Slates -THE MOTION CARRIED. CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 70-48 (Continued) _ Applicant: Sully -Miller Contracting Co. To permit the dumping of organic and non -organic materials in a sand and gravel pit. Located approximately 660 ft. east of Goldenwest St. on the north side of Ellis Ave. in the M1 Light Industrial District. The Acting Secretary read a let- ter submitted by the applicant requesting withdrawal of Con- ditional Exception No. 70-48. A MOTION WAS -MADE BY KERINS AND SECONDED BY BAZIL TO GRANT THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST TO WITHDRAW CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION N0. 70-48. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Bazil, Higgins, Miller, Porter, Kerins, Duke NOES: None ABSENT: Slates THE MOTION CARRIED. t TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 5860 Subdivider: Helen Investment Co.- 34 lots on 6.393 acres of land. Located 839 ft. south of Yorktown Ave., approximately 683 ft. east of Bushard St. The Commission reviewed the Sub- division Committee Report and suggested conditions of approval for said tract. ` A MOTION WAS MADE BY KERINS AND SECONDED BY MILLER TO APPROVE TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 5860 UPON THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: 1. The tentative map received November-25, 1970 shall be the approved layout. 2. All "Standard Conditions of Approval" for tentative tracts that are applicable shall be complied with. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Bazil, Higgins, Miller, Porter, Kerins, Duke NOES: None ABSENT: Slates THE MOTION CARRIED. TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 7318 Subdivider: Classic Development Corp. 74 lots on 13.628 acres of land. Located 790.43 ft. north of Warner Ave., east and west of Edwards St. The Commission reviewed the Sub- division Committee Report and the suggested conditions of approval for said tract. - A MOTION WAS MADE BY BAZIL AND SECONDED BY KERINS TO APPROVE TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 7318 UPON THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS AS AMENDED: 1. The tentative tract received December 10, 1970 shall be the approved layout. 2. A division of land application separating that parcel of -2- 12/15/70-PC f 7 Minutes: H.B. Pl,anning'Commission December 15, 1970 Page 3 land designated as "Not a part" from the remaining property held under the same ownership shall be filed prior to a final map being presented to the City Council for acceptance. A condition of approval of such divi- sion of land shall require dedication and full street improvements of Farinella Dr. to City standards. 3. The street width adjacent to lots 4 and 5 shall be designed so as to provide parkways and parkway trees thereby facilitating the transition between the existing subdivision to the north and this property. 4. That parcel designated "Parcel owned by the City of Huntington Beach° shall be included within this develop- ment or the tentative map shall become null and void. ; s 5. All "Standard Conditions of Approval" for tentative tracts that are applicable shall be complied with. 6. That portion of Marilyn Dr., located west of Cooper Ln., shall be 48 ft. wide and that portion located east of Cooper Ln. shall be 60 ft. wide. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Bazil, Higgins, Miller, Porter, Kerins, Duke NOES: None ABSENT: Slates F THE MOTION CARRIED. ATENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 5963 63 lots on 8.1799 acres of land. In Conjunction With USE PERMIT NO. 70-42 Subdivider: Huntington Harbour Corp. To permit the construction of a 63 unit planned residential development in the R1 Single Family Residence District. Located at the southwest intersection of Saybrook Lane and Humboldt Dr. The Commission received a copy of a letter submitted by the Huntington Harbour Property Owners Association, Inc., opposing the proposed development. The hearing was opened to the audience on Use Permit No. 70-42. Don Byrnes, representing Huntington Harbour Corp., explained the proposed development. Mr. Byrnes stated that the cost of the units would run approximately $85,000 to $90,000 per unit. Mr. Byrnes submitted renderings of the project and stated that there will be sufficient , amount of boat slips to accommodate the homeowners. Mr.Byrnes stated that the slips along the channel will be 30 ft. long and installed parallel to the bulkheads. Ed Hom, architect for said development explained the project and stated that all streets and green areas will be private and fully maintained by the owners of the development. Richard Uphall, 4181 Morning Star Dr., Huntington Beach, opposed the planned residential develop- ment on the grounds that waterfront property should be utilized for detached single family homes only. Allen Alter, 16382 Ardsley Circle, Huntington Beach; stated that no meeting was held between the homeowners and Huntington Harbour Corp., regarding this project. Mr. Alter stated that he is very much concerned with the navigation hazard in the channel abutting this development on the west since a high density residential s development is proposed. -3- 12/15/70-PC 1 i t �s r f. Minutes: H.B. Planning Commission December 15, 1970 Page 4 Fred Thompson stated that normally one boat slip per unit is not required. Mr. Thomp- son stated that he felt this was a very good condominium + development. Harry Burford, 17151 Westport Dr., Huntington Beach, opposed this project on the grounds that he would rather see a single family development than attached houses. Mr. Burford requested that Huntington Harbour Corp. meet --with the 13 property owners who reside directly across the channel to explain the proposed development. t There being no other comment, the 1-fearing was closed. i Commission discussion was held. Oommissioner Kerins stated that the Huntington Harbour Corp. should talk to homeowners to explain the proposed development. Mr. Kerins stated that people were aware of this proposal and ¢ they should have stated their opinion either for or against. Commissioner Duke stated that he feels the homeowners should review this proposal before the Commission takes action and requested that said item be continued for two weeks. A MOTION WAS MADE BY HIGGINS AND SECONDED BY MILLER TO APPROVE USE PERMIT NO. 70-42 UP& THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: 1. The tentative map and plot plan received November 23, 1970 shall be the approved layout. - 2. All streets within the project shall be private streets. 3. The design of the intersection of the private streets with public streets shall be approved by the Department of Public Works. 4. I£ the sewer and water facilities are to be dedicated to --- the City, a 10 ft. wide easement shall be dedicated to the City for access and maintenance of such sewer and water facilities. 5: Tree planting equivalent to one 30 in. box tree per unit shall be provided. A plan showing the tree planting -shall : be approved by the Planning Department. 6 A plan showing the wall design and landscaping plan along all public streets shall be submitted to the Planning Department and Department of Public Works for approval. 7* Provisions shall be made to provide facilities for storage a of equipment and materials required by the association for maintenance of the project. Such areas shall be shown on the plot plan prior to issuance of building permits. 8t Provisions shall be made to restrict the number of boat t slips within Lot "B" to one slip per unit not to exceed 63 slips and said slips shall not be rented out to non- residents of this development. 9, All "Standard Conditions of Approval" for tentative tracts that are applicable shall be complied with. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Bazil, Higgins, Miller, Porter, Kerins NOES: Duke ABSENT: Slates THE MOTION CARRIED. A MOTION WAS MADE BY KERINS AND SECONDED BY MILLER TO APPROVE TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 5963 UPON THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: 1: The tentative map and plot plan received November 23, 1970 shall be the approved layout. 2'° All streets within the project shall be private streets. -4- 12/15/70-PC Minutes: H.B. Planning Commission December 15, 1970 Page 5 3. The design of the intersection of the private streets with public streets shall be approved by the Department of Public Works. 4. If the sewer and water facilities are to be dedicated to the City, a 10 ft. wide easement shall be dedicated to the City for access and maintenance of such sewer and water facilities. 5. Tree planting equivalent to one 30 in. box tree per unit shall be provided. A plan showing the tree plant- ing shall be approved by the Planning Department. 6. A plan showing the wall design and landscaping plan along all public streets shall be submitted to the Planning Department and Department of Public Works for approval. 7. Provisions shall be made to provide facilities for storage of equipment and materials required by the association for maintenance of the project. Such areas shall be shown on the plot plan prior to issuance of building permits. 8. Provisions shall be made to restrict the number of boat slips within Lot "B" to one slip per unit not to exceed 63 slips and said slips shall not be rented out to non- residents of this development. 9. All "Standard Conditions of Approval" for tentative tracts that are applicable shall be complied with. AND FOR THE FOLLOWING REASON: 1. The proposed development is in compliance with the Planned Residential Ordinance as it relates to the R1 zone. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Bazil, Higgins, Miller, Porter, Kerins NOES: Duke ABSENT: Slates THE MOTION CARRIED. TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 7334 One lot subdivision on 9.64 acres of land. In Conjunction With USE PERMIT NO. 70-57 Subdivider: McKeon Construction To allow the construction of a 148 unit planned residential development in the R3 Limited Multiple Family Residence District. Located approximately 500 ft. south of Heil Ave., and 500 ft. west of Beach Blvd. The hearing was opened to the audience. Bruce Du Amarell, representing the developer, explained the proposal. Mr. Du Amarell submitted various elevations of the proposed structures. He informed the Commission that the project will be developed with green areas and numerous trees. Edward Terhall, representing Chrysler Realty Corp., stated that he was not aware of a requirement for a 60 ft. street between the property in question and the Chrysler Agency. Mr. Terhall stated that a block wall is existing along this property line and such a street would require that it be moved. ing was closed. There being no other comment, the hear- -5- 12/15/70-PC Minutes: H.B. Planning Commission December 15, 1970 Page 6 The Commission felt that this item should be continued until the applicant furnishes elevations of the sides and rear of each unit, a plan show- ing the layout of trash collection facilities and treatment of alleys. Further discussion was held. A MOTION WAS MADE BY BAZIL AND SECONDED BY MILLER TO APPROVE TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 7334 UPON THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: 1. The tentative map and plot plan received November 16, 1970 shall be the approved layout. 2. All streets within the project shall be private streets. 3. The design of the intersections for the private streets and public streets shall be approved by the Department of Public Works. 4., If the sewer and water facilities are to be dedicated,to ` the City, a 10 ft. wide easement shall be dedicated to the City for access and maintenance of such sewer and water facilities. 5. Tree planting equivalent to one 30 inch box tree per apartment structure, shall be provided. This tree shall be in addition to the normal landscaping provided within the project. A plan showing the tree planting plan and landscaping shall be approved by the Planning Department. 6. The Orange County Flood Control District right-of-way shall be fenced with a 6 ft. high, 6 inches wide masonry wall. Said wall shall be constructed to Flood Control District and City Standards. 7. The Developer shall participate in the costs of construc- tion of a pedestrian bridge across the Orange County Flood Control District right-of-way. The cost of such bridge shall be determined by the number of units proposed in this project and shall be equivalent to approximately 27% of the total cost of the bridge. The developer shall enter into an agreement with the City agreeing to pay their share of the cost for such bridge and a bond covering the cost of such improvements shall be posted with the Depart- ment of Public Works. 8. Pedestrian access from this project'to the pedestrian bridge shall be approved by the Department of Public Works and the Planning Department. 9. Provisions shall be made to provide facilities for stor- ing equipment and materials required by the association for maintenance of the project. Such areas shall be shown on the plot plan prior to issuance of building permits. 10. A plan showing the layout of the trash collection faci- lities shall be approved by the Department of Public Works and the Planning Department. 11. A 6 ft. high, 6 in. wide masonry wall shall be constructed along the south property line. The height of such wall shall be reduced to 42 inches within the easterly 15 ft. 12. A plan showing landscaping along the private drives shall be submitted to the Board of Zoning Adjustments for approval. The purpose of this review is to assure the City that sufficient landscaping is provided along the private drives. 13. The storage area shall be enclosed with a 6 ft. high masonry wall except for gates. 14. The developer shall acquire an additional 30 ft. of right-of-way along the east property line to facilitate installation of full 60 ft. street right-of-way. Such right-of-way shall be fully improved to City Standards. -6- 12/15/70-PC Minutes: H.B. Planning Commission December 15, 1970 Page 7 If_such right-of-way is not acquired, this plan shall be null and void and a new plan shall be submitted for approval. 15. Elevations of the sides and rear of each unit shall be submitted to the Board of Zoning Adjustments for approval prior to issuance of building permits. The purpose of this review is to assure the City that sufficient architectural features have been provided to create interest in the building design. 16. All "Standard Conditions of Approval" for tentative tracts that are applicable shall be complied with. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Bazil, Higgins, Miller, Porter, Kerins, Duke NOES: None ABSENT: Slates THE MOTION CARRIED. A MOTION WAS MADE BY BAZIL AND SECONDED BY MILLER TO APPROVE USE PERMIT NO. 70-57 UPON THE FOLLOW- ING CONDITIONS: 1. The tentative map and plot plan received November 16, 1970 shall be the approved layout. 2. All streets within the project shall be private streets. 3. The design of the intersections for the private streets and public streets shall be approved by the Department of Public Works. 4. If the sewer and water facilities are to be dedicated to the City, a 10 ft. wide easement shall -be dedicated to the City for access and maintenance of such sewer and -water facilities. 4 5. Tree planting equivalent to one 30 inch box tree per apartment structure, shall be provided. This tree shall be in addition to the normal landscaping provided within the project. A plan showing the tree planting plan and landscaping shall be approved by the Planning Department. 6. The Orange County Flood Control District right-of-way shall be fenced with a 6 ft. high, 6 in. wide masonry wall. Said wall shall be constructed to Flood Control District and City standards. 7. The developer shall participate in the costs of con- struction of a pedestrian bridge across the Orange County Flood Control District right-of-way. The cost of such bridge shall be determined by the number of units proposed in this project and shall be equivalent to approximately 27% of the total cost of the bridge. The developer shall enter into an agreement with the City agreeing to pay their share of the cost for such bridge and a bond covering the cost of such improvements shall be posted with the Department of Public Works. 8. Pedestrian access from this project to the pedestrian bridge shall be approved by the Department of Public Works and the Planning Department. 9. Provisions shall be made to provide facilities for storing equipment and materials required by the associa- tion for maintenance of the project. Such areas shall be shown on the plot plan prior to issuance of building permits. 10. A plan showing the layout of the trash collection faci- lities shall be approved by the Department of Public Works and the Planning Department. -7- 12/15/70-PC Minutes: H.B. Planning Commission December 15, 1970 Page 8 11. A 6 ft. high, 6 in. wide masonry wall shall be construc- ted along the south property line. The height of such wall shall be reduced to 42 inches within the easterly 15 ft. 12. A plan showing landscaping along 'the private drives shall be submitted to the Board of Zoning Adjustments for approval. The purpose of this review is to assure the City that sufficient landscaping is provided along the private drives. 13. The storage area shall be enclosed with a 6 ft. high masonry wall except for gates. 14. The developer shall acquire an additional 30 ft. of right-of-way along the east property line to facilitate installation of full 60 ft. street right-of-way. Such right-of-way shall be fully improved to City standards. If such right-of-way is not acquired, this plan shall be null and void and a new plan shall be submitted for approval. 15. Elevations of the sides and rear of each unit shall be submitted to the Board of Zoning Adjustments for approval prior to issuance of building permits. The purpose of this review is to assure the City that sufficient archi- tectural features have been provided to create interest in the building design. 16. All "Standard Conditions of Approval" for tentative tracts that are applicable shall be complied with. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Bazil, Higgins, Miller, Porter, Kerins, Duke NOES: None ABSENT: Slates THE MOTION CARRIED. USE PERMIT NO. 70-52 (ontinued) To permit construction of a self service car wash in the C4 Highway Commercial District. Located on the west side of Beach Blvd., about 900 ft. south of Ellis Ave. In Conjunction With DIVISION OF LAND NO. 70-30 Applicant: Robert Owens The division of a legal par- cel of land into two separate parcels. The hearing was opened to the audience. Robert Owens, applicant, ex- plained the proposal and submitted elevations of the carwash. There being no other comment, the hearing was closed. Commission discussion was held. A MOTION WAS MADE BY KERINS AND SECONDED BY DUKE TO APPROVE USE PERMIT NO. 70-52 UPON THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS AS AMENDED: 1. The plot plan received November 17, 1970 as amended shall be the approved layout. 2. Beach Blvd. shall be dedicated and fully improved to City and/or State standards at the time each parcel is developed. Improvements shall include street trees, street signs, street lights, fire hydrants, sewer and water main exten- sions. 3. Water supply shall be through the City of Huntington Beach's water system. IM 12/15/70-PC Minutes: H.B. Planning Commission December 15, 1970 Page 9 4. Sewage disposal shall be through the City of Huntington Beach's sewage system. 5. The water, sewer, and fire hydrant system shall be approved by the Department of Public Works and Fire De- partment. 6. The property shall participate in the local drainage assessment 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 specifi- cations provided by the Fire Department. 10. Off-street parking facilities shall conform to Article 979. 11. No structures, other than those shown on the proposed plot plan, shall be constructed within the project. 12. The mansard roof shall be constructed around the entire structure. 13. All applicable City Ordinances shall be complied with. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Bazil, Higgins, Miller, Porter, Kerins, Duke NOES: None ABSENT: Slates THE MOTION CARRIED. A MOTION WAS MADE BY KERINS AND SECONDED BY MILLER TO APPROVE DIVISION OF LAND NO. 70-30 UPON THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: 1. Beach Blvd. shall be dedicated and fully improved to City and/or State 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. 3. Sewage disposal shall be through the City of Huntington Beach's sewage system at the time each parcel is developed. 4. The water, sewer, and fire hydrant system shall be approved by the Department of Public Works and Fire Department. 5. The property shall participate in the local drainage assessment district at the time each parcel is developed. 6. Reciprocal easements for access to the rear parcel shall be provided on the parcel immediately to the north. 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 agreement is signed and recorded agreeing to the condi- tions listed above. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Bazil, Higgins, Miller, Porter, Kerins, Duke NOES: None ABSENT: Slates THE MOTION CARRIED. -9- 12/15/70-PC Minutes: H.B. Planning Commission December 15, 1970 Page 10 CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 70-56 (Continued) Applicant: L & G Riding Stables, Inc. To permit boarding of horses in the RA-0 Residential Agricultural District combined with oil production. Located on the southwest corner of Goldenwest Street and Ellis Ave. William Landis, representing the applicant, submitted letter from West American Oil Co., giving L & G Riding Stables permission to use their 50 acres of property for horseback riding purposes, subject to the following conditions: 1. The applicant will assume completion of abandonment of wells #4, 4a and 7 in accordance with approved City re- quirements. 2. As a safety measure, the applicant will properly fence the tank farm and any other facilities that might be considered hazardous to the public. 3. The applicant will not interfere with the company's nor- mal operations in the oil field. 4. The applicant will hold the company harmless of any and all incidents relative to this use. Mr. Landis informed the Commission that he is prepared to comply with these condi- tions. There being no other comment, the hearing was closed. Commission discussion followed. A MOTION WAS MADE BY DUKE AND SECONDED BY KERINS TO APPROVE CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 70-56 UPON THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: 1. Conditional Exception No. 70-56 shall become null and void on January 1, 1976. 2. The Board of Zoning Adjustments shall establish such conditions of approval as deemed necessary. 3. At such time as the agreement for additional property for riding purposes is cancelled, Conditional Exception No. 70-56 shall become null and void. 4. Landscape plan shall be submitted to the Board of Zoning Adjustments for review for landscaping along Goldenwest Street and Ellis Ave. 5. Goldenwest St. and Ellis Ave. shall be dedicated to City standards. 6. Rented horses shall be only ridden upon subject property covered by this request. AND FOR THE FOLLOWING REASON: 1. This type of use is not allowed in any zone and it is a limited use. FINDINGS OF FACT: 1. The property is under oil production and can be used for no other use at this time. 2. The area is primarily of an agricultural nature. 3. Residential developments are at least one mile away from this proposal. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Bazil, Higgins, Miller, Porter, Kerins, Duke NOES: None ABSENT: Slates THE MOTION CARRIED. -10- 12/15/70-PC 7 Minutes: H.B. Planning Commission December 15, 1970 Page 11 CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 70-58 Applicant: C. R. Goodman To permit the construction of a child day care nursery school in the C2 Neighborhood Commercial District. Located approximately 800 ft. west of Magnolia St. and approximately 350 ft. north of Adams Ave. Beach, asked resolve any Mr. Moeller in the area that he was The hearing was opened to the audience. Ron Moeller, 8241 Munster Dr., Huntington for one month continuance in order to attempt to difficulties there may be pertaining to the request. stated that he would like to talk to the people and explain the project. He further pointed out not aware of the comments in the staff report." Robert Dingwall, representing the Home Council, stated that he was opposed on the grounds that the applicant had not answered the questions asked by adjacent residents about the use. Mr. Dingwall stated the following: 1. If this use is valid, it should stand on its own merits; 2. The neighborhood feels that this is a poor location for the use; 3. The residents would like to see more orderly development on this property. hearing was closed. There being no other comment, the Commission discussion was held. A MOTION WAS MADE BY BAZIL AND SECONDED BY MILLER TO CONTINUE CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 70-58 TO JANUARY 19, 1971 AT THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, AND WITH THE UNDERSTANDING THAT NO FURTHER CONTINUANCE WOULD BE GRANTED. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Bazil, Higgins, Miller, Porter, Kerins NOES: Duke ABSENT: Slates THE MOTION CARRIED. CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 70-59 Applicant: Earl Hoffman To permit board and care of eight elderly people in a non -conforming residence on a 1.1 acre parcel of land in the C2 Community Business District. Located on the west side of Bolsa Chica St., approximately 425 ft. north of Warner Ave. The hearing was opened to the audience. Earl Hoffman, applicant, explained his request. Mr. Hoffman stated that there will only be ambula- tory elderly people that are unable to care for themselves. Robert Dingwall, Home Council, opposed said request on the grounds that the property is in the proximity of the airport and this use will be under one of the runway take -off patterns. Mr. Dingwall stated that this would be unsafe for elderly people under one roof at this location. He further pointed out that the Commission should make every effort to discourage high density population around the airport. Fire Marshall Spickard informed the Commission that the Fire Department reviewed this facility and it would be satisfactory with minor modifications. There being no other comment, the, hearing was closed. Commission discussion followed. A MOTION WAS MADE BY DUKE AND SECONDED BY KERINS TO APPROVE CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 70-59 UPON THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: -11- 12/15/70-PC Minutes: H.B. Planning Commission December 15, 1970 Page 12 1. Conditional Exception No. 70-59 shall be referred to the Board of Zoning Adjustments to establish conditions of approval as deemed necessary. 2. The use shall be limited to 6 people plus 2 residents and shall be reviewed by the Planning Commission when adjacent C2 property is developed. 3. There shall be no signs posted on the premises. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Bazil, Higgins, Miller, Porter, Kerins, Duke NOES: None ABSENT: Slates THE MOTION CARRIED. FINDINGS OF FACT: The Commission felt that this is a hard- ship case since there is an existing structure. Also, the use is permitted, 6 patients plus 2 residents is similar to a residential use. CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 70-50 - FOR REVIEW Applicant: John Turner The Planning Commission - reviewed Conditional Exception No. 70-50 for compliance with established conditions of approval as per condition #8. The conditions of approval were as follows: 1. The runway extension shall be reduced to 320 ft.; however, in no case shall the extension be closer than 375 ft. from houses on Heil Ave. 2. A blast fence shall be installed 100 ft. north of the end of the runway. The precise location, size and -build- ing materials shall be approved by the Board of Zoning Adjustments. 3. That portion of the runway and taxiway north of the blast fence shall be removed. 4. Obstruction lights shall be installed on the blast fence and any trees along the north property line. Also, any trees along the north property line shall be limited to 20 ft. in height. Placement and type of lights shall be approved by the Board of Zoning Adjustments. 5. Provisions shall be made for dust and noise control on the site. Such dust and noise control methods shall be approved by the Board of Zoning Adjustments. 6. Signs shall be posted to inform pilots of the proper use of the airport and runway area. 7. All violations of the City Code shall be corrected within 60 days. 8. A review by the Planning Commission of conditions 1 through 7 shall be made on December 15, 1970 to determine the applicant's compliance with the above conditions. This conditional exception shall become null and void if the Planning Commission determines that condition: 1 through 7 have not been complied with. 9. Conditional Exception No. 70-50 shall be reviewed by the Planning Commission during the month of October, 1971 to determine whether or not additional conditions should be required. However, in the event the Planning Commission determines that added safety precautions should be imposed, said conditional exception may be reviewed prior to October 31, 1971. In case of a review by the Planning Commission, the applicant shall be notified in writing least 10 days prior to the review. -12- 12/15/70-PC Minutes: H.B. Planning Commission December 15, 1970 Page 13 10. The use of the trailers as temporary facilities shall terminate in October 1971 or construction shall be started and proceeding without undue delay on perma- nent structures. Upon review of conditions 1 through 7, it was determined that the conditions had not been met within the prescribed time. A MOTION WAS MADE BY DUKE AND SECONDED BY HIGGINS TO DECLARE CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 70-50 NULL AND VOID FOR THE AFOREMENTIONED REASONS: ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Bazil, Higgins, Miller, Porter, Kerins, Duke NOES: None ABSENT: Slates THE MOTION CARRIED. FINDINGS OF FACT FOR REVOCATION OF THE CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION: 1. Information contained in a memo directed to Doyle Miller, City Administrator, from 011in C. Cleveland, Director of Building and Safety, dated December 15, 1970, indi- cated that the applicant had not complied with the required conditions. 2. A field investigation performed by Commissioner Duke _indicated the following: a. The blast fence was not properly constructed accord- ing to the plan. b. Wheel stops were not fixed to the runway. c. Electrical wiring pertaining to the blast fence did not appear to be properly installed. DISCUSSION: FINAL TRACT MAP NO. 7154 Subdivider: Classic Development The Acting Secretary informed the Commission that the developer was required to provide a 10 ft. pedestrian easement on lot No. 21, thereby reducing said lot to 40 ft. in width in lieu of the required 45 ft. width on a cul-de-sac. By Minute Action, the Planning Commission approved Lot #21 for a 40 ft. width in order to provide for a 10 ft. pedestrian easement. COMMUNICATION: The Acting Secretary read a legal notice su mitte y the Westminster Planning Commission regarding a change of zone from Cl "Local Business" District to an R5 "High Density Apartment" District located on the north side of Heil Ave. and west of -Newland St. The Commission reviewed the request. It was their consensus that said request is not consistent with the general area. MEMO: The Commission reviewed two memos submitted by the TTa—nning Department, regarding non -conforming buildings and setback lines. It was their consensus to review and discuss them at the next meeting. COMMISSIONER MILLER: Commissioner Miller was excused at P.M.rom further participation. DISCUSSION: The Acting Secretary discussed the possibility of amending the Planning Commission By -Laws to change the meeting day from the first and third Tuesday of each month to the second and fourth Tuesday of each month. �tf -13- 12/15/70-PC; 1 I Minutes: H.B. Planning Department December 15, 1970 Page 14. A MOTION WAS MADE -BY PORTER AND SECONDED BY DUKE TO AMEND THE PLANNING COMMISSION BY-LAWS. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Bazil, Higgins, Porter, Kerins,' Duke NOES: None ABSENT: Slates, Miller THE MOTION CARRIED. THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS, THE MEETING WAS ADJOURNED. V2 A. Reynolds Marcus M. Pd`fter Secretary Vice Chairman -14- 12/15/70-PC