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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1971-11-17MINUTES HUNTINGTON BEACH BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS Council Chamber, Civic Center Huntington Beach, California nWEDNESDAY', NOVEMBER 17, 1971 BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: McFarland, Spencer, Palin BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT: None AGENDA ITEMS TO BE CONTINUED OR WITHDRAWN: USE PERMIT NO. 71-52 Applicant: Bill Martini To permit on -premise sale and consumption of alcoholic beverages in an existing building in the C4 Highway Commercial District. The subject property is located on the west side of Bushard St., approximately 160 ft. south of Banning Ave. It was noted by the Acting Secre- tary that a letter had been received from the applicant requesting withdrawal of Use Permit No. 71-52. A MOTION WAS MADE BY PALIN AND SECONDED BY SPENCER TO WITHDRAW USE PERMIT NO. 71-52 AT THE REQUEST OF THE APPLICANT. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: McFarland, Spencer, Palin NOES: None ABSENT: None THE MOTION CARRIED. CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 71-92 - Continued Applicant: Huntington Beach Industrial Park It was noted that the applicant had requested that this item be tabled till later in the meeting. - A MOTION WAS MADE BY MCFARLAND " AND SECONDED BY SPENCER TO TABLE CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO..= 71-92 TO BE HEARD LATER IN THE MEETING. THE MOTION CARRIED. DIVISION OF LAND NO. 71-30 - Continued Applicant: Edward C. Sukla To allow the division of a legal parcel of land into two legal parcels of land. The subject property is located on the north side of Pacific Coast High- way, approximately 285 ft. northwesterly of the intersection of Pacific Coast Highway and Anderson St. in the C2 Community Business District. Mr. Sukla addressed the Board and discussed the request and reviewed with the Board a revised plot plan as requested. Board discussion followed. A MOTION WAS MADE BY MCFARLAND AND SECONDED BY PALIN TO APPROVE DIVISION OF LAND NO. 71-30 WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: 1. The plot plan received November 2, 1971 shall be the approved layout. 2. Pacific Coast Highway shall be dedicated and fully improved to City, County 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. Minutes: H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments November 17, 1971 Page 2 3. Water supply shall be through the City of Huntington Reach's water system at the time each parcel is developed. 4. Sewage disposal shall be through the City of Huntington Beach's sewage system at the time each parcel is developed. 5. The property shall participate in the local drainage assessment district at the time each parcel is developed. 6. All utilities shall be installed underground at the time each parcel is developed. 7. All applicable City Ordinances shall be complied with. 8. A Parcel Map shall be filed with the City and recorded prior to framing inspection of any structures on any parcel. 9. Reciprocal easements to provide a 25 ft. turning radius for 'the parkin on the south side of Sam's Sea Food 'Restaurant and or a lot line adjustment to facilitate turning radius for such parking. 10. The Division of Land shall not be effective until an agreement is signed and recorded agreeing to the conditions listed above. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: McFarland, Spencer, Palin NOES: None ABSENT: None THE MOTION CARRIED. ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 71-55 Applicant: Mr. & Mrs. Wm. S. Rader To allow the care of five handicapped nonrelated persons. The subject property is located at 1819 Lake St. in the R2-0 Two Family Residence District com- bining oil. The hearing was opened to the audience. - Mr. & Mrs. Rader addressed the Board and explained the request. It was explained that some of their charges were from the Veterans' Administration and they would not give written authority for placement. Also, that some were charges from the County Welfare Department. It was noted by the Board that this application was not proper since it was not accom- panied by letters of authorization from the organizations' placing the charges in Mrs. Rader's home. Mrs. Presson, property owner, addressed the Board, speaking in opposition to the request. She stated that this request had been heard by the Planning Commission -and the City Council and that as many as 13 persons had resided at one time at the address. There being no further comment, the hearing was closed. Board discussion followed. A MOTION WAS MADE BY MCFARLAND AND SECONDED BY PALIN,TO CONTINUE ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 71-55 TO NOVEMBER 24, 1971 TO ALLOW TIME FOR THE APPLICANT TO OBTAIN AUTHORIZATION FROM THE PROPER AGENCIES. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: McFarland, NOES: None ABSENT: None THE MOTION CARRIED. Spencer, Palin -2- 11/17/71-BZA Minutes: H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments November 17, 1971 Page 3 CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 71-93 Applicant: Jack Barham (Federal Sign Corp.) To permit the -installation of two pole signs, 2-ft. x 10 ft. and 4 ft. x 6 ft. at an automobile sales agency. The property is located on the west side of Beach Blvd. between Slater Ave. and Warner Ave. in the C4 Highway Commercial District. The hearing was opened to the audience. Ed Ruoff, Jack Barham and Sid Wasserman, representing the applicant, addressed the Board and explained the need for the sign to direct traffic from Beach Blvd. into the sales area. It was stated that this type of signing was required of their dealership and was the standard national advertising for this automobile agency. Considerable discussion was held between the applicant and the Board with regard to the sign being needed to direct traffic into the facility. The need for directional signs to distinguish the service and sales areas was acknowledged and the applicant advised that such signs are allowed by the sign code. It was the consensus of the Board that the sign in question was an advertising structure and could not be considered as an entrance sign. .� There being no further comment, the hearing was closed. Board discussion followed. A MOTION WAS MADE BY MCFARLAND AND SECONDED BY PALIN TO DENY CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 71-93 FOR THE FOLLOWING REASON: 1. There was not sufficient hardship demonstrated as the sign could be placed at a different location on subject property and conf6rm with the Sign Ordinance. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: McFarland, Spencer, Palin NOES: None ABSENT: None THE MOTION CARRIED. USE PERMIT NO. 71-53 Applicant: Humble Oil & Refining Co. To permit the construction and operation of a service station. The subject property is located on the northeast corner of Pacific Coast Highway and Warner Ave. in�the C4 Highway Commercial District. The hearing was opened to the audience. Mr. A. Y. Olds and Mr. Lopez, representing the applicant, addressed the Board and explained the request. Landscaping, type of material on building and lighting were discussed with the applicant. There being no further comment, the hearing was closed. Board discussion followed. A MOTION WAS MADE BY PALIN AND SECONDED BY SPENCER TO APPROVE USE PERMIT NO. 71-53 WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: 1. The plot plan received November 8, 1971 shall be the approved layout. 2. Warner Ave. and Pacific Coast Highway 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. -3- 11/17/71-BZA Minutes: H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments November 17, 1971 Page 4 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. 5. 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. All applicable City Ordinances shall be complied with. 13. Driveway locations shall be to the Department of Public Works requirements. 14. The building is to have an earthy colored slump stone veneer with Mission tile roof. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: McFarland, Spencer, Palin NOES: None ABSENT: None THE MOTION CARRIED. USE PERMIT N0. 71-54 Applicant: B. G. Williams To allow the construction of a 20 unit apartment complex in the R3 Limited Multiple Family Residence District. The subject property is located on the south side of Atlanta Ave., approximately 1000 ft. west of Newland St. The hearing was opened to the audience. Bob Williams addressed the Board and.explained the request.' It was noted that the com- plex meets the new Apartment Standards and complies with the ' required open space. Also, that each unit will have a private balcony or private patio. The architectural features were reviewed by the Board. The following requirements of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code were discussed with the applicant: 1. Atlanta Ave. shall be dedicated and fully improved to City standards at the time each parcel is developed. Improve- ments 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. 3. Sewage disposal shall be through the City of Huntington Beach's sewage system. 4. All utilities shall be installed underground. 5. Off-street parking facilities shall conform to Article 979. There being no further comment, the hearing was closed. -4- 11/17/71-BZA Minutes: H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments November 17, 1971 Page 5 Board discussion followed. A MOTION WAS MADE BY MCFARLAND AND SECONDED BY PALIN TO APPROVE USE PERMIT NO. 71-54 WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: 1. The plot plan received November 3, 1971 shall be the approved layout. 2.' The water, sewer and fire hydrant system shall be approved by the Department of Public Works and Fire Department. 3. The property shall participate in the local drainage assessment district. 4. 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. 5. No structures, other than those shown on the approved plot plan, shall be constructed within the project. 6. The structural street section of all private drives shall be approved by the Department of Public Works. 7. All applicable City Ordinances shall be complied with. 8. Design of structure and elevations shall be substantially the same as -approved this date. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES:.. McFarland, Spencer, Palin AY ES:.., None ABSENT: None THE MOTION CARRIED. CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 71-94 Applicant: Excell-Ad Sign Company To permit a precise sign plan for Westfair Plaza. The subject property is located on the northwest corner of Warner Ave. and Springdale St. in the C4 Highway Commercial District. The hearing was opened to the audience. Ron Sommerfield and Daryl Dearth, representing the applicant, addressed the Board and explained their request. It was noted that this application was filed in error as all signs -within the request are permitted by ordinance; however, it was a requirement of Use Permit No. 71-11 that all signs be reviewed by the Board of Zoning Adjustments. The applicant requested withdrawal of this application. A MOTION WAS MADE BY MCFARLAND AND SECONDED BY PALIN TO WITHDRAW CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 71-94 AT THE REQUEST OF THE APPLICANT. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: McFarland, Spencer, Palin NOES: None ABSENT: None THE MOTION CARRIED. The plans for the signs were reviewed and found to meet the intent of the requirement for review as condition on Use Permit No. 71-11. A MOTION WAS MADE BY MCFARLAND AND SECONDED BY PALIN TO APPROVE THE PLANS FOR SIGNS AS SUBMITTED. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: McFarland, Spencer, Palin NOES: None ABSENT: None THE MOTION CARRIED. -5- 11/17/71-BZA Minutes: H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments November 17, 1971 Page 6 USE PERMIT NO. 71-56 Applicant: Raymond Maxey To permit a mobilehome sales facility pursuant to S. 9430.2 and S. 9472.1. The subject property is located on the west side of Beach Blvd., approxi- mately 300 ft. north of Warner Ave. in the C4 Highway Commer- cial District. The hearing was opened to the audience. Don Jones and George McCracken, representing the applicant, addressed the Board and explained the request. It was noted by the Board that the only time a mobile office can be used is where construc- tion has started on the permanent structure. Mr. McCracken was informed that a mobilehome used for a sales office would require Planning Commission approval of a Conditional Excep- tion application. The following requirements of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code were discussed with the applicant: 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. 3. Sewage disposal shall be through the City of Huntington - Beach's sewage system. 4. All utilities shall be installed underground.- 5. Off-street parking facilities shall conform to Article 979. There being no further comment, the hearing was closed. Board discussion followed. A MOTION WAS MADE BY PALIN AND SECONDED BY SPENCER TO APPROVE USE PERMIT NO. 71-56 WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: 1. The plot plan received November 8, 1971 shall -be the, approved layout. 2. The water, sewer and fire hydrant system shall be approved by the Department of Public Works and Fire Department, 3. The property shall participate in the local drainage 'assessment district. 4. 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. 5. No structures, other than those shown on the approved plot plan, shall be constructed within the project. 6. All applicable City Ordinances shall be complied with. 7. A revised plot plan shall be submitted to the Board of Zoning Adjustments prior to issuance of building permits. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: McFarland, Spencer, Palin NOES: None ABSENT: None THE MOTION CARRIED. -6- 11/17/71-BZA Minutes: H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments November 17, 1971 Page 7 ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 71-72 Applicant: Diversified Shopping Centers, Inc. To allow for commercial uses in a neighborhood shopping center. The subject property is located at the southeast corner of Bolsa Chica St. and Heil Ave. in the C2 Community Business District. Jack Tarr and John Guiltinan, represent- ing the applicant, addressed the Board and explained the request. Screening walls, landscaping and parking layout were discussed with the applicant. The following.requirements of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code were discussed with the applicant: 1. Bolsa Chica St. and Heil Ave. 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. 3. Sewage disposal shall be through the City of Huntington Beach's sewage system. 4. All utilities shall be installed underground. 5. Off-street parking facilities shall conform to Article 979. Board discussion followed. A MOTION WAS MADE BY MCFARLAND AND SECONDED BY PALIN TO APPROVE ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 71-72 WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: 1. The plot plan received November 8, 1971 shall be the approved layout. 2. The water, sewer and fire hydrant system shall be approved by the Department of Public Works and Fire Department. 3. The property shall participate in the local drainage assessment district. 4. 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. 5. Parking compounds shall be screened with a combination of fencing and landscaping. Said plan shall be approved by the Board of Zoning Adjustments. 6. No structures, other than those shown on the approved plot plan shall be constructed within the project. 7. All applicable City Ordinances shall be complied with. 8. A revised plan of the front 50 ft. of the parking area off Heil Ave. is to be reviewed by the Board of Zoning Adjustments, prior to issuance of building permits. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: McFarland, Spencer, Palin NOES: None ABSENT: None THE MOTION CARRIED. ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 71-71 Applicant: Gerald A. Jones To permit the construction of a storage or warehouse building on a 50 x 110 ft. lot. The subject property is located on the north side of Harriman St., approximately 200 ft. east of Gothard St. in the M1 Light Industrial District. -7- 11/17/71-BZA Minutes: H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments November 17, 1972 Page 8, Gerald Jones, applicant, addressed the Board and explained the request. The following requirements of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code were discussed with the applicant: 1. Harriman St. 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. 3. Sewage disposal shall be through the City of Huntington Beach's sewage system. 4. All utilities shall be installed underground. 5. Off-street parking facilities shall conform to Article 979. Board discussion followed. A MOTION WAS MADE BY MCFARLAND AND SECONDED BY PALIN TO APPROVE ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 71-71 WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: 1. The plot plan received November 8, 1971 shall be the approved layout. 2. The water, sewer and fire hydrant system shall be approved by the Department of Public Works and Fire Department. 3. The property shall participate in the local drainage assessment district. 4. 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. 5. Parking compounds shall be screened with a combination of fencing and landscaping. Said plan shall be approved by the Planning Department. 6. No structures, other than those shown on the approved plot plan, shall be constructed within the project. 7. All applicable City Ordinances shall be complied with. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: McFarland, Spencer, Palin NOES: None ABSENT: None THE MOTION CARRIED. ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 71-73 Applicant: Jerome Kress To permit the sale of Christmas trees in the C4 Highway Commercial District. The subject property is located on the west side of Beach Blvd., approxi- mately 1310 ft. south of Warner Ave. Mr. Kress, applicant, addressed the Board and explained the request. Board discussion followed. A MOTION WAS MADE BY PALIN AND SECONDED BY SPENCER TO APPROVE ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO.71-73 WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITION: 1. The applicant shall comply with Section 9730.25.2 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: McFarland, Spencer, Palin NOES: None ABSENT: None THE MOTION CARRIED. -8- 11/17/71-BZA Minutes: H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments November 17, 1971 Page 9 CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 71-92 - Continued Applicant: Huntington Beach Industrial Park To permit a reduction in the number of parking spaces to six (6) in lieu of the required 12 spaces; and, to permit a zero sideyard setback in lieu of the required 15 ft. setback. The subject property is located south of Research Dr. between Commerce and Computer Lanes in the MI -A Restricted Manufacturing District. The hearing was opened to the audience. Mr. George Lusk, applicant, addressed the Board and requested continuance of-Contitional Exception No. 71-92 for 60 days to allow time to prepare revised plot plans. There being no other comment, the hearing was closed. Board discussion followed. A MOTION WAS MADE BY MCFARLAND AND SECONDED BY PALIN TO CONTINUE CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 71-92 TO JANUARY 12, 1972, FOR THE FOREGOING REASON. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: McFarland, Spencer, Palin NOES: None ABSENT: None THE MOTION CARRIED. ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 71-74 Applicant: Huntington Beach Industrial Park To permit construction of a warehouse facility and truck yard. The subject property is located on the southerly side of Research Dr. and between Commerce and Computer Lanes in the MI -A Restricted Manu- facturing District. George Lusk and Les Brockman, applicant and property owner, addressed the Board and explained the request. Board discussion followed. A MOTION WAS MADE BY MCFARLAND AND SECONDED BY PALIN TO APPROVE ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 71-74 WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: 1. The plot plan received November 16, 1971 as amended shall be the approved layout. 2. The applicant shall comply with all conditions of approval for Tract 7090. 3. 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. 4. All utilities shall be installed underground. 5. Off-street parking facilities shall conform to Article 979. 6. All applicable City Ordinances shall be complied with. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: McFarland, Spencer, Palin NOES: None ABSENT: None THE MOTION CARRIED. THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS, THE MEETING WAS ADJOURNED. James W. Palin Daniel W., c ar an Acting Secretary Chairman -9- 11/17/71-BZA