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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1973-05-15MINUTES HUNTINGTON BEACH PLANNING COMMISSION Council Chambers, Civic Center Huntington Beach, California TUESDAY, MAY 15, 1973 - 7:00 P.M. COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Geiger, Bazil, Kerins, Porter, Wallin Boyle, Higgins NOTE: A TAPE RECORDING OF THIS MEETING IS ON FILE IN THE PLANNING DEPARTMENT OFFICE. CONSENT CALENDAR (ITEM DELETED) Commissioner Kerins requested that Zone Case No. 73-7 be taken separately. CONSENT CALENDAR (ITEMS APPROVED) , ON MOTION BY BOYLE SECOND BY KERINS, THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WERE APPROVED AS RECOMMENDED BY THE FOLLOWING ROLL CALL VOTE: MINUTES Approved and adopted minutes of April 24, 1973 as transcribed. TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 7743 in conjunction with USE PERMIT NO. 72-829 J.M.C. Construction Co. Continued to June 5, 1973 with the consent of the applicant. TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 8270 in conjunction with USE PERMIT NO. 73-29, Classic Development Corp Continued to June 5, 1973 with the consent of the applicant. TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 8307, Valley Consultants Continued to June 5, 1973 with the consent of the applicant. AYES: Geiger, Bazil, Kerins, Porter, Wallin, Boyle, Higgins NOES: None ABSENT: None ZONE CASE NO. 73-7, Buccola (Continued from 4/17/73) Acting Secretary Jim Palin estimated that it would take 60 to 90 days to process an environmental impact report on this zone case. r 1. PC 5/15/73 Minutes: H. B. Planning Commission Tuesday, May 15, 1973 Page 2 ON MOTION BY KERINS SECOND BY•EOYLE, ZONE CASE NO. 73-7 WAS CONTINUED TO JUNE.S,•1973 BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Geiger, Bazil, Kerins,;Porter, Wallin, Boyle, Higgins NOES: None ABSENT: None TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 7692 (Cont. 5/l/73) Subdivider: Signal Landmark, Inc. ,The Acting Secretary stated that the applicant has requested a one year extension of time to April 3, 1974. The extension is requested because of the additional time required to process the environmental impact statement. ON MOTION BY KERINS SECOND BY BOYLE, STAFF WAS DIRECTED TO INVESTIGATE USING SUBSTITUTE MATERIALS FOR PLUMBING WITHIN THE STRUCTURES AND TO DETERMINE AVAILABILITY OF SMALLER CAPACITY WATER TANKS FOR TOILETS. -BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Geiger, Bazil, Kerins, Porter, Wallin, Boyle, Higgins. NOES: None ABSENT: None Mr. George Stringer,,representing the applicant was present and spoke in favor of the request for extension of time. In response to an inquiry by the Commission, Deputy City Attorney John O'Conner stated that if the need for the extension of time was created by circumstances beyond the control of the applicant, the request for extension of time should be granted. A MOTION WAS MADE BY GEIGER SECOND BY WALLIN, TO DENY THE REQUEST FOR AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO APRIL 3, 1974 FOR THE REASONS THAT THE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT HAS BROUGHT OUT SIGNIFICANT FINDINGS, INCLUDING THE GENERATION OF AUTOMOBILE POLLUTANTS; THAT NO PROVISIONS HAVE BEEN MADE FOR INCREASED TRAFFIC LOADS ON ARTERIAL HIGHWAYS, THE PROJECTS SIGNIFICANTLY INTRUDES UPON OPEN SPACE AND AGRICULTURAL SPACE, AND THE PROJECT IS NOT AESTHETICALLY DESIRABLE. THE MOTION FAILED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Wallin, Geiger, Boyle NOES: Kerins, Higgins, Bazil ABSTAIN: Porter ABSENT:, None 2. PC 5/15/73 1 1 I. LJ Minutes: H. B. Planning Commission Tuesday, May 15, 1973 Page 3 Chairman Porter noted that an opinion is anticipated from the City Attorney concerning tools which may be used to limit population growth within the City and this opinion is anticipated this month. ON MOTION BY PORTER SECOND BY KERINS, THE REQUEST FOR AN EXTENSION OF TIME ON TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 7692 WAS CONTINUED TO JUNE 5, 1973 IN ANTICIPATION OF RECEIPT OF THE CITY ATTORNEY'S OPINION, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Geiger, Kerins, Porter, Wallin, Boyle NOES: Bazil, Higgins. ABSENT: None Deputy City Attorney John O'Conner stated that a written report would be submitted to the Planning Commission, probably next week, concerning changes in the Subdivison and Map Act. TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 5419 (Cont. 1/16/73) Subdivider: Signal Landmark, Inc. Tentative Tract No. 5411 is located at the northeast corner of Atlanta Avenue and Newland Street and is a private adult community and commercial development on 122 acres of land. One commercial lot and nine residential lots. The property is zoned R1 and C4 and the residential portions of the property is master planned low density. The Acting Secretary stated that a one year extension of time is requested by the applicant. Maps of the project were posted. The request for an extension of time is made because of the additional time required to process an environmental impact report. The Acting Secretary stated that additional conditions of approval are recommended by the staff and further added conditions are recommended by the Environmental Review Board. Mr. George Stringer, representing the subdivider was present and stated that he concurred with the additional conditions of approval. ON MOTION BY KERINS SACORD BY BOYLE, A ONE YEAR t"XTENSION OF TIME WAS GRANTED ON TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 5419 SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: 3. PC 5/15/73 Minutes: H. B. Planning Commission Tuesday, May 15, 1973 Page 4 1. The tentative map received April 27, 1973 which re- establishes the phases within the development pursuant to the Planning Commission's discussion at the February 6, 1973 meeting shall be the approved layout. 2. A use permit application incorporating that property previously reserved for school site purposes shall be submitted to the Planning Commission for approval action prior to recordation of a final map on Phase IV of the proposed development. 3. The access way for vehicular access to Indianapolis Avenue shall be constructed concurrently with Phase III. 4. The applicant shall be subject to the required park dedication in effect at the time the Planning Commission grants the one year extension of time on'Tentative Map 5419. 5. All standard conditions of approval for tentative maps dated May 23, 1972 that are applicable shall be complied with. 6. All applicable conditions of the previously approved tentative map and use permit shall be complied with. 7. The minimum offset from all dwellings to the normal travel lane of arterial streets shall be 35 feet. 8. All dwellings to be provided with forced air ventilation. 9. Full insulation of all exterior walls and ceilings of dwellings is recommended to help minimize the burden on heating and cooling systems. 10. Disposal of building spoil, unusable lumber, tarpaper, wire, pipe and other excess or unusable waste shall be done at off -site facilities equipped to handle them. 11. Development to be constructed with balanced power to reduce possible overload on any one energy resource. 12. Building foundations for this project shall be designed to withstand a maximum gravity acceleration of 7.5 ft./sec. as outlined by the Environmental Impact Report. 4. PC 5/15/73 u I� J 1 1 1 Minutes: H. B. Planning Commission Tuesday, May 15, 1973 Page 5 AYES: Bazil, Kerins, Porter, Boyle, Higgins NOES: Geiger, Wallin ABSENT: None DISCUSSION Possible Park Site - Marine View Drive and Los Patos The Planning Commission discussed the possible park site located at the northwest corner of Marine View Drive and Los Patos. A joint report from the Planning Dep<rtment' and Recreation Department staffs was reviewed. Mr. Norm Worthy, Recreation and Parks Director, reported on a special meeting held by the Recreation and Parks Commission held May 14, 1973. FOLLOWING DISCUSSION, ON MOTION BY PORTER SECOND BY KERINS, STAFF WAS DIRECTED TO TRANSMIT TO THE CITY COUNCIL THE RECREATION AND PARKS COMMISSION ACTION OF MAY 9 AND MAY 14, 1973 WHICH INDICATES THAT THE RECREATION AND PARKS COMMISSION DESIRE TO HAVE THE PROPERTY APPRAISED TO DETERMINE THE FEASIBILITY OF ACQUIRING IT FOR A PARK SITE; ACTION IS CONTINUED BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION ON THE PROPOSED DEVELOP- MENT (TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 7743) AND THE DESIGNATION OF THE PROPERTY AS OPEN SPACE ON THE MASTER PLAN IS CONTINUED UNTIL SUCH TIME AS THE APPRAISAL TAKES PLACE AND THE RECREATION AND PARKS COMMISSION AND CITY COUNCIL CAN DETERMINE WHETHER THEY WANT TO ACQUIRE THE SITE AND WHAT MEANS WILL BE 'USED FOR ACQUISITION. THE MOTION WAS ADOPTED BY THE.FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Geiger, Bazil, Kerins, Porter, Wallin, Boyle, Higgins NOES: None ABSENT: None ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 73-43 Applicant: W. Sterling Buck & Assoc. Administrative Review No. 73-43 is a request to permit construction of a hotel on property located on the north side of Pacific Coast Highway between 9th and loth Streets. The property is zoned C3 and master planned office -professional. The Acting Secretary stated that this matter has been referred to the Planning Commission by the Board of Zoning Adjustments. Elevations and a plot plan were posted. S. PC 5/15/73 Minutes: H. B. Planning Commission Tuesday, May 15, 1973 Page 6 The Acting Secretary stated that a request for an exemption declaration has been considered by the Environmental Review Board and it was found that the project may hz.ve a substantial impact upon the environment and that an invironmental impact statement was required. The applicant was so informed, however, the required statement has not been submitted. Mr. Leonard Lindborg, representing the applicant, was present and addressed the Commission speaking in favor of the proposal and objecting to the delays encountered in the processing of his application. ON MOTION BY BOYLE SECOND BY KERINS, ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 73-43 WAS DENIED FOR THE REASON THAT THE REQUIRED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT HAS NOT BEEN SUBMITTED, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Geiger, Bazil, Kerins, Porter, Wallin, Boyle, Higgins NOES: None ABSENT: None Mr. Oscar Taylor attempted to address the Commission. The Chairman stated that this was not a public hearing and ruled Mr. Taylor out of order. ZONE CASE NO. 73-5 in conjunction with MASTER PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 73-3 Applicant: Paul Dispalatro Zone Case No. 73-5 is a request for a change of zone on 1.99 acres of land from R2 to R5 located on the west side of Delaware Street approximately 620 feet north of Garfield. r" Master Plan Amendment No. 73-3 proposes a change from Medium Density Residential to Office -Professional,. A plot plan was posted. The Chairman opened the public hearing on Zone Case No. 73-5 and Master Plan Amendment No. 73-3. Mr. Richard Todd, Administrator of Pacifica Hospital was present representing the applicant, to answer any questions. There being no one further present to speak, the Chairman closed the public hearing. i 6. PC 5/15/73 Minutes: H. B. Planning Commission Tuesday, May 15, 1973 Page 7 ON MOTION BY WALLIN SECOND BY BOYLE, MASTER PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 73-3 WAS APPROVED FOR THE REASON THAT THE PROPERTY COULD BE AN ADDITION TO THE EXISTING MEDICAL TOWERS, PACIFICA HOSPITAL AND HUNTINGTON BEACH CONVALESCENT HOSPITAL DEVELOP- MENT WHICH IS ADJACENT TO THE SUBJECT PROPERTY, AND THE CHANGE CONFORMS TO GOOD LAND PLANNING PRACTICES, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Geiger, Bazil, Kerins, Porter, Wallin, Boyle, Higgins NOES: None ABSENT: None ON MOTION BY BOYLE SECOND BY KERINS, ZONE CASE NO. 73-5 WAS APPROVED FOR THE REASON THAT AS R5 THE PROPERTY COULD BE AN ADDITION TO THE EXISTING MEDICAL TOWERS, PACIFICA HOSPITAL AND HUNTINGTON BEACH CONVELESCENT HOSPITAL DEVELOPMENT WHICH IS ADJACENT TO SUBJECT PROPERTY AND THE CHANGE CONFORMS TO GOOD LAND PLANNING POLICIES, AND CONFORMS TO THE MASTER PLAN AS AMENDED BY THE P.C. 5/15/73 BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Geiger, Bazil, Kerins, Porter, Wallin, Boyle, Higgins NOES: None ABSENT: None ZONE CASE NO. 73-6 (Cont. 4/17/73) Applicant: B. G. Williams Zone Case No. 73-6 is a request for a change of zone from M2-0-CD to R2-CD on 1.36 acres of property located at the northwest corner of Huntington Avenue and Utica Street. The property is master planned medium density residential. A vugraph of the property and a plot plan were shown. The Chairman opened the public hearing on Zone Case No. 73-6. Mr. B. G. Williams, applicant, was present to answer any questions. There being no one further present to speak, the Chairman closed the public hearing. The Acting Secretary stated that the staff recommends Zone Case No. 73-6 be continued until the master plan study and civic center study in the area have been completed. 1 7. PC 5/15/73 Minutes: H. B. Planning Commission Tuesday, May 15, 1973 Page 8 ON MOTION BY BAZIL SECOND BY BOYLE, ZONE CASE NO. 73-6 WAS CONTINUED TO JUNE 19, 1973, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Geiger, Bazil, Kerins, Porter, Wallin, Boyle, Higgins NOES: None ABSENT: None ZONE CASE NO. 73-8 (Cont. 4/17/73) in conjunction with MASTER PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 73-4 Applicant: R. J. Zinngrabe Zone Case No. 73-8 is a request for a change of zone from R3 to R5 on 3.09 acres of land located on the east side of Florida Street, approximately 600 ft. south of Main Street. Master Plan Amendment No. 73-4 proposes a change from Medium Density Residential to Office -Professional. The Chairman opened the public hearing on Zone Case No. 73-8 and Master Plan Amendment No. 73-4. Mr. Robert Zinngrabe, applicant, was present and addressed the Commission speaking in favor of the proposed zone change and master plan amendment. There being no one further present to speak, the Chairman closed the public hearing. ON MOTION BY KERINS SECOND BY BAZIL, MASTER PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 73-4 WAS APPROVED FOR THE REASON THAT THE CHANGE IS AN ASSET TO THE COMMUNITY, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Geiger, Bazil, Kerins, Porter, Wallin, Boyle, Higgins NOES: None ABSENT: None ON MOTION BY KERINS SECOND BY BOYLE, ZONE CASE NO. 73-8 WAS APPROVED FOR THE REASON THAT IT CONFORMS TO THE MASTER PLAN AS ADOPTED BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION MAY 1S, 1973, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Geiger, Bazil, Kerins, Porter, Wallin, Boyle, Higgins NOES: None ABSENT: None 8. PC S/15/73 1 U 1 Minutes: H. B. Planning Commission Tuesday, May 15, 1973 Page 9 CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 73-19 in conjunction with USE PERMIT NO. 73-28 (Appeal) Cont. 5/l/73 Applicant: Richard L. Tom Conditional Exception No. 73-19 is a request to permit a five foot side yard setback in the R1 Residential District. Use Permit No. 73-28 is a request to permit construction of a 3-story residence. The proposed project is located at the northeast corner of Gilbert Drive and Somerset Lane. The Acting Secretary stated that Use Permit No. 73-28 was approved by the Board of Zoning Adjustments and that approval has been appealed by Planning Commissioner Marcus Porter. Conditional Exception No. 73-19 has been referred by the Board of Zoning Adjustments to the Planning Commission at the direction of the Planning Commission. Elevations, a plot plan and a cross section of the proposed unit were displayed. The Chairman opened the public hearing on Conditional Exception No. 73-19 and Use Permit No. 73-28, Mr. Richard Tom, applicant and architect representing the owner, addressed the Commission speaking in favor of the proposed project. Mr. John Wolf, 16662 Wellington Lane, a resident in the area, addressed the Commission in opposition to the proposal. Mr. Wolf read a letter stating his reasons for opposing the project, a copy of which was provided each member of the Commission. Mr. Clint Morrison, a member of the zoning committee of the Huntington Harbour Property Owners Association, spoke in opposition to the plan. Mr. Bob Williams, a resident in the area, addressed the Commission, speaking in opposition to the proposal. There being no one further present to speak, the Chairman closed the public hearing. ON MOTION BY BOYLE SECOND BY KERINS, CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 73-19 WAS DENIED FOR THE REASON THAT NO HARDSHIP WAS DEMONSTRATED, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: 9. PC S/1S/73 Minutes: H. B. Planning Commission Tuesday, May 15, 1973 Page 10 AYES: Geiger, Bazil, Kerins, Porter, Wallin, Boyle, Higgins NOES: None ABSENT: None ON MOTION BY BAZIL SECOND BY GEIGER, USE PERMIT NO. 73-28 WAS APPROVED SUBJECT TO THE APPLICANT COMPLYING WITH THE SIDE YARD SETBACK REQUIRED BY ORDINANCE AT THE TIME OF ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: The Chairman directed the following minority report be made a part of the record. MINORITY REPORT (PORTER, WALLIN, KERINS We should not approve developments encompassing major features such as number of stories, necessary structures or other architectural features specifically precluded by deed restrictions we have factual knowledge of. This is such a case. The CC$R's for this island in Huntington�-Harbour specifically restrict development to one and two story homes. It is not proper to leave the resolution of these restrictions to a civil court action when we control the approval, by use permit, of an exception to normal standards. AYES: Geiger, Bazil, Boyle, Higgins NOES: Porter, Wallin, Kerins ABSENT: None COMMISSIONER HIGGINS EXCUSED Commissioner Higgins was excused and left the meeting at 10:48 P.M. CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 73-02 in conjunction with DIVISION OF LAND NO. 73-010 Applicant: Robert Borns Conditional Exception No. 73-02 and Division of Land No. 73-010 are requests for a division of one 100 ft. lot into two 50 ft. lots with a depth of 140 ft. each. The property is located on the west side of Pine Street approximately 200 ft. south of Utica. The property is master planned low density.' The Chairman opened the public hearing on Conditional Exception No. 73-02. Mr. Robert Borns, representing his father, owner of the property, was present and spoke in favor of the application. 10. PC 5/15/73 F, 1 1 Minutes: H. B. Planning Commission Tuesday, May 15, 1973 Page 11 There being no one further present to speak; the Chairman closed the public hearing. ON MOTION BY BOYLE SECOND BY KERINS, CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 73-02 WAS APPROVED FOR THE FOLLOWING REASONS, SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS LISTED BELOW: 1. Exceptional circumstances apply to this property that deprive the subject property of privileges enjoyed on other properties in the vicinity and under identical zone classifications. 2. This conditional exception will not be materially detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to property in the same zone classification. 3. The proposal is consistent with the neighborhood and does not grant special favor. - CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. Division of Land shall not be effective until a covenant and agreement is signed agreeing to the conditions of approval. 2. A Parcel Map and the Covenant and Agreement shall be filed with the City and recorded prior to framing inspec- tion of any structures on either parcel. 3. Water supply shall be through the City of Huntington Beach'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. S. The property shall participate in the local drainage assessment district at the time each parcel is developed. 6. All applicable City ordinances shall be complied with. AYES: Geiger, Bazil, Kerins, Porter, Wallin, Boyle NOES: None ABSENT: Higgins ON MOTION BY BOYLE SECOND BY BAZIL, DIVISION OF LAND NO. 73-010 WAS APPROVED SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: 11. PC 5/15/73 r Minutes: H. B. Planning Commission Tuesday, May 15, 1973 Page 12 1. Division of land shall not be effective until a covenant and agreement is signed agreeing to the conditions of approval. 2. A Parcel Map and the Covenant and Agreement shall be filed with the City and recorded prior to framing inspec- tion of any structures on either parcel. 3. Water supply shall be through the City of Huntington Beach's sewage 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 applicable City ordinances shall be Complied with. AYES: Geiger, Bazil, Kerins, Porter, Wallin, Boyle NOES: None ABSENT: Higgins CODE AMENDMENT NO. 73-9 Code Amendment No. 73-9 proposes to.consolidate the apartment standards to encourage better land planning techniques with maximum use of landscaping, site layout and building design. The Chairman opened the public hearing on Code Amendment No. 73-9. Mr. Mike Earmaker, 418 Potter Circle, Huntington Beach, owner of property that would be affected by the proposed amendment addressed the Commission. Following discussion it was determined that his property would not be affected. There being no one further present to speak, the Chairman closed the public hearing. ON MOTION BY KERINS SECOND BY BOYLE, CODE. AMENDMENT NO. 73-9 WAS APPROVED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Geiger, Bazil, Kerins, Porter, Wallin, Boyle NOES: None ABSENT: Higgins 1 12. PC 5/15/73 1 1 1 Minutes: H. B. Planning Commission Tuesday, May 15, 1973 Page 13 CODE AMENDMENT NO. 73-13 Code Amendment No. 73-13 proposes to reduce the density on apartment developments, to encourage better land planning, and to increase open space. The Acting Secretary outlined the most recent revisions to the proposed amendment and discussed the areas it would effect. The Chairman opened the public hearing on Code Amendment No. 73-13. Mr. Harold Bragg, 5840 E. 6th Street, Long.Beach, addressed the Commission requesting the matter be continued to allow him to have input prior to Planning Commission action. Mr. Don Towle, 13701 Farmington Rd., Tustin, owner of property that would be affected by the proposed code amendment addressed the Commission in opposition to the proposal. Mr. Larry Russell, 1538 N. Century Blvd., addressed the Commission in opposition to the proposed code amendment. There being no one further present to speak, the Chairman closed the public hearing. ON MOTION BY KERINS SECOND BY WALLIN, CODE AMENDMENT NO. 73-13 WAS APPROVED TO PROVIDE UNIFORM APARTMENT STANDARDS TO THE ENTIRE CITY, EXCLUDING THE TOWNLOT AREA, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: ' AYES: Geiger, Bazil, Kerins, Porter, Wallin, Boyle NOES: None ABSENT: Higgins The Chairman directed that the transmittal to the City Council include the information that problems have been encountered in working with three different sets of apartment standards. Code Amendments No 73-9 and 73-13 will eliminate this situation. nT Sr11SSTnN Exxon - New Monument Signs The Acting Secretary stated that rendered elevations of proposed signs were posted for the Commission's review. Mr. Alan Hart, representing Exxon Company, was present to answer questions. 13. PC 5/15/73 Minutes: H.' B. Planning Commission Tuesday, May 15, 1973 Page 14 A MOTION WAS MADE BY KERINS TO DISAPPROVE THE STAFF'S RECOMMENDATION THAT THE PROPOSED SIGNS BE APPROVED. THE MOTION FAILED FOR LACK OF A SECOND. ON MOTION BY GEIGER SECOND BY BOYLE, THE SIGN AS DEPICTED IN THE RENDERED ELEVATION FOR LOCATION AT WARNER AND PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY AND GARFIELD AVENUE AND BROOKHURST STREET WERE APPROVED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Geiger, Bazil, Porter, Wallin, Boyle NOES: Kerins ABSENT: Higgins ON MOTION BY GEIGER SECOND BY WALLIN, THE SIGN AS DEPICTED IN THE RENDERED ELEVATION, INCLUDING THE PRICE BOARD, FOR LOCATION AT EDINGER AVENUE AND SHER LANE, WAS APPROVED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Geiger, Bazil, Kerins, Porter, Wallin, Boyle NOES: None ABSENT: Higgins Zone Case No. 73-10 Signal Landmark, Inc. The Acting Secretary stated that Zone Case No. 73-10 is a request for a change of zone from R1-6,000 to R2 PD-10 on approximately ten acres of property located on the east side of Newland Street approximately 1320 ft. north of Atlanta Avenue. The property was formerly designated as a shool site but it has been determined that the site is no longer needed by the school district. Deputy City Attorney John O'Conner stated that he expected to have the written opinion requested by the Commission concerning spot zoning prepared next week. Mr. George Stringer representing the applicant and Mr. Don McCone, Signal Landmark, Inc. were present. Mr. Stringer stated that the property had been acquired at the request of the city. Now that it is no longer required for a school site, it is proposed to be incorporated within the surrounding development. Following discussion, the applicant stated that he would probably withdraw the application for zone change. 14. PC 5/15/73 1 1 Minutes: H. B. Planning Commission Tuesday, May 15, 1973 Page 15 The Chairman directed the staff to investigate a plot plan amendment to allow for phasing of density with the surrounding area. Article 931 The Acting Secretary reported that the City Attorney has determined that the exceptions clause of Article 931 is unconstitutional and deletion of this section is proposed by the City Council. Master Plan Amendment Procedure Following discussion it was determined that staff will initiate a master plan amendment to be scheduled for public hearing concurrently with zone cases which are in conflict with the master plan. Transportation Subcommittee Commissioner Geiger reported that the Transportation Sub- committee of the City Council had met and developed a proposed course of action. Orange County Rapid Transit District will be contacted to determine the relation of the city's study with that agency. Commissioner Geiger will meet with a supplier of natural gas powered equipment on May 18 to determine availability of equipment. A consultant will be contacted and possibly scheduled to address the Commission at a future study session. Huntington Beach High School District Commissioner Kerins stated that a letter has been received from Mr. Dennis Mangers, Huntington Beach High School District, and he will discuss with the Planning Commission at the May 29 study session the district's overview concerning environmental impact report actions, housing and district views. - Requests for Continuances Commissioner Kerins suggested that if an applicant requests a second continuance on the processing of applications, the applicant be required to pay for the cost of publication of a second public_ hearing. 15. PC 5/15/73 Minutes: H. B. Planning Commission Tuesday, May 15, 1973 Page 16 Public Notification on Hearings Commissioner Wallin requested the staff to investigate the possibility of notifying property owners within a radius of 400 to 500 feet rather than the present 300 feet. Staff Reports Commissioner Wallin requested that information be noted on application forms stating that staff reports are available on the Friday preceeding the hearing date of an application. It was further suggested that applications for zone changes not be scheduled for public hearing until environmental impact statements or exemption declarations have been processed. ADJOURNMENT AT 1:10 A.M., ON MOTION BY BAZIL SECOND BY KERINS, THE MEETING WAS ADJOURNED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Geiger, Bazil, Kerins, Porter, Wallin, Boyle NOES: None ABSENT: Higgins 70 Reyn6ldg Marcus M. Porter Secretary Chairman n�•,yy 16. PC 5/15/73 1 1