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HUNTINGTON BEACH PLANNING COMMISSION
Council Chambers, Civic Center
Huntington Beach, California
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 1973 - 7 P.M. - REGULAR MEETING
COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Bazil, Kerins, Porter, Wallin, Boyle,
Higgins
COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: Geiger
NOTE: A TAPE RECORDING OF THIS MEETING IS ON FILE IN THE
PLANNING DEPARTMENT OFFICE.
MINUTES:
ON MOTION BY WALLIN SECOND BY KERINS, THE MINUTES OF DECEMBER 19,
1972 WERE APPROVED AS TRANSCRIBED AND THE MINUTES OF JANUARY 3,
1973 WERE APPROVED AS CORRECTED, BY THE FOLLOWING ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Bazil, Kerins, Porter, Wallin, Boyle, Higgins
NOES: None
ABSENT: Geiger
ITEMS TO BE CONTINUED, WITHDRAWN OR EXTENSION OF TIME - CONSENT
CALENDAR
ON MOTION BE KERINS SECOND BY BAZIL, THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WERE
APPROVED AS RECOMMENDED BY THE FOLLOWING ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Bazil, Kerins, Porter, Wallin, Boyle, Higgins
NOES: None
ABSENT: Geiger
MASTER PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 72-8
in conjunction with
ZONE CASE NO. 72-41, Applicant: Joe Abandonato
Withdrawn at the request of the applicant.
CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 72-18
in conjunction with
DIVISION OF LAND NO. 72-42, Applicant: Kenneth K. Rogers
Continued to March 6, 1973 with the concurrence of the applicant.
REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS
ZONE CASE NO. 72-44 (Continued from 1/16/73)
Applicant: Mark C. Bloome Co.
1. PC 2/6/73
Minutes: H. B. Planning Commission
Tuesday, February 6, 1973
Page 2
Zone Case No. 72-44 is a request for a change of zone on 2.05
acres of land from RA Residential Agricultural District to R3
Medium High Density Residential District on property located
on -the -north side of Ellis Avenue, 348 ft. west of Beach Blvd.
The property is master planned medium -high density.
The Chairman opened the public hearing on Zone Case No. 72-44.
Mr. Barry Zimmerman, representing Covington Brothers, agent for
the applicant, was present and addressed the Commission speak-
ing in favor of the proposed zone change. Mr. Zimmerman stated
that the structures would be built into the slope of the property
and would give the appearance of being one story buildings from
Ellis Avenue. It was noted that the proposed plan provides
access to the property to the north.
The Chairman closed the public hearing.
ON MOTION BY BOYLE SECOND BY BAZIL, ZONE CASE NO. 72-44 WAS
APPROVED FOR THE REASON THAT -'THE CHANGE OF ZONE CONFORMS TO
SURROUNDING ZONING AND THE MASTER PLAN OF LAND USE, BY THE
FOLLOWING ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Bazil, Kerins, Porter, Boyle, Higgins
NOES: Wallin
ABSENT: Geiger
Commissioner Wallin requested the following minority report be
made a part of the record: Since February 1972 this property
has been in RA. If it were held there, it would be hoped that
more effective land use relating to the existing commercial
would be achieved in the long term. If developed as the appli-
cant requests, future residents would be facing on the rear
of Denny's, a service station and the Five Points Shopping
Center plus any additional commercial developed along Beach
Boulevard.
MASTER PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 73-2
Initiated by the Planning Commission
in conjunction with
ZONE CASE NO. 72-48 (Continued from 1/16/73) --
Applicant: Daniel/Webb Construction Co.
Master Plan Amendment No. 73-2 proposes a change from Office -
Professional to -Low Density Residential on 3.58 acres on the
south side of Holland Drive, approximately 260 feet east of
Beach Boulevard.
Zone Case No. 72-48 is a request for a zone from R5 Office
Professional District to R1-PD Low Density Residential District
(Planned Development) on 3.58 acres on the south side of Holland
Drive, approximately 260 feet east of Beach Boulevard.-
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Minutes: H. B. Planningg Commission
Tuesday, February 6, 1973
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A vu-graph of the property was shown.
The Chairman opened the public hearing on Master Plan Amendment
No. 73-2 and Zone Case No. 72-48.
There being no one present to speak, the Chairman closed the
public hearing.
ON MOTION BY KERINS SECOND BY BOYLE, ZONE CASE NO. 72-48 WAS
APPROVED FOR THE REASON THAT IT IS IN THE BEST INTEREST OF THE
SURROUNDING ENVIRONMENT, BY THE FOLLOWING ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Bazil, Kerins, Porter, Boyle, Higgins
NOES: Wallin
ABSENT: Geiger
ON MOTION BY KERINS SECOND BY BAZIL, MASTER PLAN AMENDMENT NO.
73-2 WAS APPROVED FOR THE REASON THAT THE CHANGE IS IN THE BEST
INTEREST OF THE SURROUNDING ENVIRONMENT, BY THE FOLLOWING ROLL
CALL VOTE:
AYES: Bazil, Kerins, Porter, Boyle, Higgins
NOES: Wallin
ABSENT: Geiger
Commissioner Wallin requested the following minority report be'
made a part of the record:
The property in question is indeed a "problem parcel" surrounded
to the west by developed Beach Blvd. commercial, the north by
developed R3 and the south by undeveloped C4 and R5. Holland
Drive has been terminated so that the property no longer relates
to the R1 on the east. A change in the master plan and zoning
on the property accommodates the applicant but may not be in
the long term interests of the city because:
1. The argument that Rl would be a lesser intense use is no
longer valid since present R5 zoning does not permit resi-
dential. Denial of zone changes from non-residential to
residential appears to be one of the few legal tools a city
has to limit population.
2. The location is undesirable as an R1 living environment.
3. Property over the long term could conceivalby be developed
ds presently master planned and zoned R5 - i.e. nursing
home, clinic, etc. -
TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 7743 (Continued from 1/16/73)
In conjunction with
USE PERMIT NO. 72-82 (Continued from 1/16/73)
Applicant: J.M.C. Construction Co.
Tentative Tract No. 7743 is a request for 16 lots, 15 units on
2.616 acres. Use Permit No. 72-82 is to permit a planned resi-
dential development.
3. PC 2/6/73
Minutes: H. B. Planning Commission
Tuesday, February 6, 1973
Page 4
The Acting Secretary, Jim Palin, stated that it was the recommenda-
tion of the Subdivision Committee that the adjacent parcel of
property owned by the City of Huntington Beach be included in
the project; that T.M.C. Construction Company acquire the parcel
and that it become permanent open space.
Slides of the property were show.
The Chairman opened the public hearing on Use Permit No. 72-82.
Mr. Richard Ashby, representing the applicant, addressed the
Commission speaking in favor of the Use Permit.
Mr., Richard Jennings, attorney representing property owners on
Marina View Drive, addressed the Commission i.n opposition to the
use permit stating that the subject parcel is zoned R1 and master
planned low density in conformity to the surrounding area, and
that the planned development proposed is a departure from the
master plan and to allow the development would promote a high -
density development and is an example of spot zoning. Further,
the two story structures would obstruct the view of residents
on Marina View Drive. Mr. Jennings urged the Commission to
reject Use Permit No. 72-82 and preserve the R1 property.
In,response to a question from Commissioner Boyle, the Acting
Secretary stated that South Coast Regional Commission approval
is required after approval by the City.
There being no one further present to spaek, the Chairman closed
the public hearing.
Following discussion, it was determined by the Commission that
formal authorization by the city should be obtained by the
applicant with reference'to the inclusion of the city owned
parcel in the application.
A motion was made by Kerins second by Wallin to deny Tentative
Tract No. 7743 and Use Permit No. 72-82 for the reason that it
does not conform to planned residential development standards.
Following discussion the motion was withdrawn.
Commissioner Bazil objected to the line of garages on Marina
View Drive which residents of existing dwellings would have to
look at. With all the garages taking entry from Marina View,
the street would have the appearance of an alley.
Commissioner Wallin stated that there was discussion at the
Subdivision Committee meeting concerning the'desirability of
lowering the building pads and considering one-story development
so that the view of existing residents would not be obstructed.
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Minutes: 11.B. Planningg Commission
Tuesday, February 6, 1973
Page 5
Commissioner Kerins suggested the matter be continued and the
applicant be requested to modify the plan and submit it to
the Subdivision Committee for further review.
Commissioner Higgins suggested that for the benefit of the
subdivider, clarification of the requested modification be made.
Commissioner Bazil stated that he did not want a line of driveways
and that possibly a side entry into garages on Marina View could
be taken. Commissioner Wallin prefers to see single story con-
struction.
ON MOTION BY KERINS SECOND BY BOYLE, USE PERMIT NO. 72-82 AND
TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 7743 WERE CONTINUED TO MARCH 6, 1973 WITH
CONCURRENCE OF THE APPLICANT TO ALLOW A REVISED MAP TO BE RE-
VIEWED BY THE SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE PRIOR TO SUBMISSION TO THE
PLANNING COMMISSION, BY THE FOLLOWING ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Bazil, Kerins, Porter, Wallin, Boyle, Higgins
NOES: None
ABSENT: Geiger
Mr. Richard Ashby, representing th'e applicant, was informed by
the Chairman that written consent from the City to include the
city owned property in the application must be submitted to the
Planning Commission prior to March 6, 1973. Mr. Ashby was further
informed that the Subdivision Committee will meet on February 22
or 23 and he should contact the Planning Department for specific
information.
Mr. Patin, Acting Secretary, advised homeowners present to con-
tact the Planning Department for specific information concerning
the matter.
TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 7771
in conjunction with
USE PERMIT NO. 72-91
Subdivider: Meadow Home-s No. 12, o Alpine Civi 1 lingine ar .
Tentative Tract No. 7771 is a request to construct an R1-PD on
29.3 acres, 1S8 units, located at the northwest corner of
Newland Street and Ellis Avenue in an R1-PD District. The
property is master planned for the -Route 39 Freeway.
Use Permit No. 72-91 is to permit the development of a single
family Planned development.
The Acting Secretary stated that the Environmental Review Board
had conducted a public hearing on the environmental impact state-
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Tuesday, February 6, 1973
Page-6
ment earlier today. The final environmental impact report is to
be prepared and the Environmental Review Board recommendations
will be ready for the Planning Commission consideration on Feb-
ruary 21,. 1973. A revised plot plan was posted for Commission's
information: Slides of'the area were shown.
In response to a question by Commissioner Wallin, Mr. Palin stated
that there is no information from the Engineering Department con-
cerning the extension of Newland Street at this time.
The Chairman opened the public hearing on Use Permit No. 72-91.
Mr. Tom Shelton, Alpine Civil Engineers, addressed the Commission
speaking in favor of Use Permit No. 72-91. Mr. Shelton stated
that if necessary, the Newland Street extension will be modified.
Mr. R.E. Walker, a resident in the area and registered engineer,
addressed the Commission speaking in opposition to the Use Permit.
Mr. Walker's comments related primarily to areas of environmental
impact and he was informed that his comments should be directed to
the Environmental Review Board immediately so that -they may be
considered in the final report.
Mr. Shelton stated that the final report is due to be completed
by the consultant on February 9, 1973.
Mr. Walker expressed concern about the type fencing to be used in
the area of the Classic development and the location of garages
in the proposed planned residential development in relation to
existing homes.
Mr. Shelton stated that it is proposed that the area of the midden
be seeded with grass and because of previous delays in the develop-
ment, he requested that the matter not be continued beyond February
21, 1973.
There being no one further present to speak, the Chairman closed
the public hearing.
ON MOTION BY KERINS SECOND BY BOYLE, TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 7771 AND
USE PERMIT NO. 72-91 WERE CONTINUED TO FEBRUARY 21, 1973 TO ALLOW
COMPLETION OF THE FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT AND RIiCOMMENDA-
TIONS OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW BOARD, BY THE FOLLOWING ROLL
CALL VOTE:
AYES: Bazil, Kerins, Porter, Wallin, Boyle, Higgins
NOES: None
ABSENT: Geiger
Commissioner Wallin requested that report on the extension of New-
land Street be prepared for Commission consideration at the Feb-
ruary 21, 1973 meeting. Any new information from the Recreation
and Parks Commission should also be available.
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Tuesday, February 6, 1973
Page 7
Chairman Porter inquired as to whether the City of Fountain
Valley -will acquire property in the area for a public park.
The Actingg Secretary stated that Recreation and Parks Director Norm
Worthy willbe requested to report on the status of Fountain
Valley's park proposal at the February 21, 1973 Commission
meeting.
ZONE CASE NO. 72-49
Applicant: Lincoln Property_
Zone Case No. 72-49 is a request for a change of zone on approx-
imately 12.3 acres from R3 Medium High Density Residential Dis-
trict to R3-PD-28 Medium High Density Residential District -
Planned Development - 28 units per gross acre. The property is
master planned Medium -High Density.
The zone change request has been filed to facilitate conversion
of an existing 342 unit apartment complex to a condominium.
Commissioner Wallin questioned the zone change request to allow
28 units per gross acre when the existing development exceeds
this density. The Chairman opened the,public hearing on Zone
Case No. 72-49.
Mr. Joel Landau, representing Lincoln Properties, addressed the
Commission speaking in favor of the proposed zone change.
There being no one further present to speak, the Chairman closed
the public hearing.
Commissioner Bazil stated that he felt the Use Permit and Tentative
Tractshould be heard together with the zone change request since
there is the issue of ownership.
The Chairman stated that if the applicant had been advised to
file for a 28 unit per acre zone change by the staff, then the
city should readvertise the request if this advice was in error.
ON MOTION BY KERINS SECOND BY BAZIL, ZONE CASE NO. 72-49 WAS
DENIED FOR THE REASON THAT IT DOES NOT MEET THE R3 PD DENSITY
CRITERIA OF 25 UNITS PER ACRE, BY THE FOLLOWING ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Bazil, Kerins, Porter, Wallin, Boyle, Higgins
NOES: None
ABSENT: Geiger
Staff was directed to investigate the conditions surrounding the
application and report its findings to the Commission and if
incorrect information was given the applicant, staff was directed
to initiate a zone change.
7. PC 2/6/73
Minutes: H.B. Planning Commission
Tuesday, February 6, 1973
Page 8
The Chairman directed the Assistant City Attorney to research the
conversion criteria and report to the Commission. The primary
question Commission would like answered is whether an applicant
can convert to an "air space" condominium.
ZONE CASE NO. 73-2
Applicant: Tamura Enterprises
Zone Case No. 73-2 is a request for a change of zone on 1.6 acres
of land from Al General Agricultural District to C2 Community
Business District with a 50 ft. setback. The property is master
planned for Commercial.
The Chairman opened the public hearing on Zone Case No. 73-2.
Mr. Richard Mantle, agent for the applicant, was present and spoke
in favor of the zone change on the basis that the property is
master planned for commercial use.
There being no one further present to speak, the Chairman closed
the public hearing.
ON MOTION BY BOYLE SECOND BY WALLIN, ZONE CASE NO. 73-2 WAS APPROVED
FOR THE REASON THAT THE CHANGE COMPLIES WITH THE MASTER PLAN OF
LAND USE, BY THE FOLLOWING ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Kerins, Porter, Wallin, Boyle, Higgins
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: Bazil
ABSENT: Geiger
MASTER PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 73-1
Initiated by the Planning Commission
Master Plan Amendment No. 73-1 proposes a change from Low Density
Residential to Commercial -Retail on 1.035 acres of land located
at the north intersection of Brookhurst and Bushard Streets.
The Chairman opened the public hearing on Master Plan Amendment
No. 73-1.
There being no one present to speak, the Chairman closed the public
hearing.
ON MOTION BY KERINS SECOND BY BAZIL, MASTER PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 73-1
WAS APPROVED BY THE FOLLOWING ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Bazil, Kerins, Porter, Wallin, Boyle, Higgins
NOES: None
ABSENT: Geiger
8. PC 2/6/73
Minutes: II.B. Planning Commission
Tuesday, February 6, 1973
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USE PERMIT NO. 73-7
ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 72-151
in conjunction with
DIVISION OF LAND NO. 72-43
Applicant: W.P. Weatherly, U.S. Auto
The request is to permit an automobile dismantling and parts
storage operation on propoerty located on Talbert Avenue, be-
tween Beach Boulevard and Gothard Street. The property is zoned
Mi.
The Acting Secretary stated that this matter was referred to the
Planning Commission by the Board of Zoning Adjustments at the
request of the Planning Commission.
The Acting Secretary stated that a letter has been received from
the applicant requesting a continuance, however, the staff feels
there should be some discussion.
The Chairman opened the public hearing on Use Permit No. 73-7.
Mr. Paul Weatherly, applicant, addressed the Commission speaking
in favor of the proposed use. Mr. Eugene J. Long, attorney
representing the owner of the property addressed the Commission
speaking in favor of the proposed use. Mr. Harold J. Lewis,
representing the owner of the property, addressed the Commission
speaking in favor of the proposed use. Mr. John Kingston, a
property owner in the vicinity, addressed the Commission speaking
in opposition to the proposed use.
Mr. Nick Oprian addressed the Commission and discussed access
for the property to the south of the proposed use.
The Chairman closed the public hearing.
It was the consensus of the Commission that the proposed location
was unacceptable because of the possible school site relocation
and proximity to Talbert Avenue which is a major street to and
through Huntington Central Park.
ON MOTION BY WALLIN SECOND BY BOYLE, USE PERMIT NO. 73-7 WAS
DENIED PURSUANT TO SECTION 9811.2.1 OF THE HUNTINGTON BEACH
ORDINANCE CODE BY THE FOLLOWING ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Bazil, Kerins, Porter, Wallin, Boyle
NOES: Higgins
ABSENT: Geiger
ON MOTION BE BOYLE SECOND BY KERINS, ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO.
72-151 WAS DENIED FOR THE REASON THAT THE REQUIRED USE PERMIT
NO. 73-7 WAS DENIED AND PURSUANT TO SECTION 9811.2.1 OF THE
HUNTINGTON BEACH ORDINANCE CODE BY THE FOLLOWING ROLL CALL VOTE:
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AYES: Bazil, Kerins, Porter, Wallin, Boyle, Higgins
NOES: None
ABSENT: Geiger
ON MOTION BY BAZIL SECOND BY BOYLE, DIVISION OF LAND NO. 72-43
WAS CONTINUED TO MARCH 6, 1973 IN ORDER THAT THE STAFF MAY DETER-
MINE WHETHER THE APPLICANT DESIRES TO WITHDRAW THE APPLICATION
FOR A DIVISION OF LAND, BY THE FOLLOWING ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Bazil, Kerins, Porter, Wallin, Boyle, Higgins
NOES: None
ABSENT, Geiger
TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 5419
Subdivider: Signal Landmark, Inc.
The Acting Secretary stated that a letter has been submitted by
the Stringer Co., engineer for the applicant, requesting relief
of a condition of approval on Tentative Tract No. 5419 because
of a change in the location of a school site.
Mr. George Stringer, engineer for the applicant, addressed the
Commission discussing the change in the situation relative to
the school site and requesting relief from the condition pre-
viously imposed.
ON MOTION BY KERINS SEOND BY BOYLE, COMMISSION APPROVED THE
REQUEST FOR RELIEF FROM CONDITION NO. 2 IMPOSED ON APPROVAL OF
TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 5419 ON JANUARY 18, 1972, BY THE FOLLOWING
ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Bazil, Kerins, Porter, Wallin, Boyle, Higgins
NOES: None
ABSENT: Geiger
CODE AMENDMENT NO. 72-31 (Cont. from January 16, 1973)
Code Amendment No. 72-31 proposes to amend Article 984 from a
Use Permit procedure to a Conditional Use Permit procedure for
approval of Planned Residential Developments.
The Acting Secretary stated that the City Attorney has been
requested to investigate the granting of exceptions by condi-
tional use permit and to draft new language for the section
of Intent and Purpose. This work has not yet been completed.
Following discussion, the draft was amended to include a section
on public hearing provisions.
ON MOTION BE KERINS SECOND BY WALLIN, CODE AMENDMENT NO. 72-31
WAS CONTINUED TO MARCH 6, 1973 TO'ALLOW FURTHER STUDY BY THE
CITY ATTORNEY'S OFFICE CONCERNING THE SECTIONS ON GRANTING
EXCEPTIONS AND THE INTENT AND PURPOSE, BY THE FOLLOWING ROLL
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CALL VOTE:
AYES: Bazil, Kerins, Porter, Wallin, Boyle, Higgins
NOES: None
ABSENT: Geiger
MISCELLANEOUS
M. J. Brock $ Sons
The Acting Secretary stated that a letter has been received, a
copy of which has been furnished each Commissioner, from M.J.
Brock F Sons relative to property located at the hortheast corner
of Atlanta and Beach Boulevard, presently zoned C4 Highway Commer-
cial District.
Mr. Robert S. Wible, representing M.J. Brock & Sons was present.
The letter requests consideration of a proposed planned community
development on the subject property on the basis that the shopping
center located at the southeast corner of Atlanta and Beach Blvd.
has pre-empted the market for development of the northeast corner
of Atlanta and Beach as commercial.
ON MOTION BY KERINS SECOND BY BOYLE, THE LETTER FROM M.J. BROCK
& SONS WAS RECEIVED FOR FILE BY THE FOLLOWING ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Bazil, Kerins, Porter, Wallin, Boyle, Higgins
NOES: None
ABSENT: Geiger
Staff was directed to study the area of Atlanta and Beach Blvd.
and the use of the former freeway property.
FIELD TRIP SCHEDULED FOR FEBRARY 13, 1973
The Acting Secretary stated that a field trip has been scheduled
for February 13, 1973, 1:30 p.m. to view existing multi -story
structures in the cities of Newport Beach, Costa Mesa and Long
Beach. The Citizens' Committee on High -Rise will be notified
of the scheduled field trip.
BILLBOARD LITIGATION
Assistant City Attorney Willis Mevis reported briefly on a recent
Supreme Court ruling relative to removal of billboards.
PHASE II, SIGN CODE
Assistant City Attorney Willis Mevis was requested to review
proposed amendments to the sign code and staff was directed to
invite Director of Building and Community Development to be present
at the February 27 study session for a discussion on amendments
to the sign code.
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ON MOTION BY KERINS, SECOND BY BAZIL, THE MEETING WAS ADJOURNED
AT 12:50 A.M. TO A STUDY SESSION AND FIELD TRIP AT 1:30 P.M. ON
FEBRUARY 13, 1973, BY THE FOLLOWING ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Bazil, Kerins, Porter, Wallin, Boyle, Higgins
NOES: None
ABSENT: Geiger
K. A. Reynolds
Secretary
arcus M. Porter
Chairman
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MINUTES
HUNTINGTON BEACH PLANNING COMMISSION
Administrative Annex
Huntington Beach, California
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 1973 - 1:30 P.M. STUDY SESSION
COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Bazil, Kerins, Porter, Wallin, Boyle,
Higgins
COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: Geiger
NOTE: A TAPE RECORDING OF THIS MEETING IS ON FILE IN THE PLANNING
DEPARTMENT OFFICE.
CODE AMENDMENT NO. 72-21 (Fifth Draft -Corrected)
Code Amendment No. 72-21 proposes to establish a multi -story
suffix which will provide standards by which land development
located within certain areas of the city may exceed the maximum
height limit.
Mr. Kenneth Reynolds, Planning Director, stated that the field
trip to view multi -story structures in the cities of Newport
Beach, Costa Mesa, and Long Beach has been postponed:until Feb-
ruary 27, 1973. He further stated that the Citizens High -Rise
Committee has been notified of today's discussion and although
there are no members present, Mr. Art Knox, chairman of the
committee,has reviewed the fifth draft -corrected with staff
members.
Commission reviewed the draft page by page and a number of amend-
ments were made. Staff will prepare a sixth draft incorporating
the suggested amendments for further study by the Commission on
February 27, 1973.
PLANNING COMMISSION GOALS - 1973 (Work Program)
Messrs. Ed Selich and Robert -Joe Vasquez displayed wall charts
depicting a work program encompassing Planning Commission goals.
Included were code amendments, master plan studies, special studies
and recurrent activities. Shown on the charts were target dates
for Commission hearing. The charts as prepared were, according
to Planning Director Ken Reynolds, based on the staff's estimate of
when the projects can be completed.
Commission reviewed the projects, made some changes in priorities
and added a few items which had been left off the listing. Mr.
Reynolds stated that based on the Commission's satisfaction with
the work program as modified, a report will be prepared for the
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Tuesday, February 13, 1973
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Commission's transmittal to the City Council preparatory to the
Commission's meeting with the City Council to review 1973 goals,
scheduled for 7:00 p.m., February 26, 1973.
TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 7850
Subdivider: Huntington Harbour Corp.
Acting Secretary Jim Palin stated that the Environmental Review
Board solicits Planning Commission comments on Tentative Tract
No. 7850 preparatory to completion of a final environmental impact
report. The Chairman suggested that if Commissioners had any
comments, to make them directly to Richard Harlow, City Admini-•
strator's office.
ADJOURNMENT
ON MOTION BY BAZIL SECOND BY KERINS, COMMISSION ADJOURNED TO AN
INFORMAL DINNER MEETING AT 6:15 P.M. BY THE FOLLOWING ROLL CALL
VOTE:
AYES: Bazil, Kerins, Porter, Wallin, Boyle, Higgins
NOES: None
ABSENT: Geiger
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K. A. Reynolds arcus orter
Secretary Chairman
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