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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1974-01-16MINUTES HUNTINGTON BEACH BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS Administrative Annex 523 Main Street Huntington Beach, Calif. WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 16, 1974 - 1:15 P.M. BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT: Gerarden, Ford, Eadie None AGENDA ITEMS CONTINUED OR WITHDRAWN: USE PERMIT NO. 7,3-78 (Cont. from 1-9-74) Applicant: Richard P. Cirillo To permit the construction of a mobile home park pursuant to 5.9242.1 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code located on the southwest corner of Newland Street and Ellis Avenue in an MH, Mobile Home Park District. The Acting Secretary informed the Board that the Environmental Review Board rejected Exemption Declaration No. 73-204 January 15, 1974 and found the necessity of an Environmental Impact Report. He further recommended a continuance to allow applicant to meet Environmental Review Board requirements. Board concurred with continuance. ON MOTION BY EADIE AND SECOND BY FORD USE PERMIT NO. 73-78 WAS CONTINUED TO MARCH 20, 1974 BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Gerarden, Eadie, Ford NOES: None ABSENT: None REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO.-73-71 Applicant: Michael Janes To permit the construction of carports in lieu of garages and to construct carports on the 0' property line in lieu of S.9166.2.1 and S.9163.2.1 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code located on the west side of Delaware Street, approximately 165 feet north of Clay in an R-2, medium density residential district. In Conjunction With: Minutes: K.B. Board of zoning Adjustments Wednesday, Jan. 16, 1974 Page 2 DIVISION OF LAND NO. 73-25 Applicant: Michael Janes To permit the realignment of two existing parcels of land pursuant to S.9811.3 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code located on the west side of Delaware Street, approximately 165 feet north of Clay in an R-2, medium density residential district. In Conjunction With: USE PERMIT NO. 73-91 Applicant: Michael Janes To permit the construction of a 34 unit apartment building pursuant to S.9162.3.1 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code located on the west side of Delaware Street, approximately 165 feet north of Clay in an R-2, medium density residential district. Mr. George Alvarez, representing the applicant, was present. The.Acting Secretary informed the Board that the Environmental Review Board granted Exemption Declaration No. 73-246; pertaining to Conditional Exception No. 73-71, Division of Land No. 73-35, Use Permit No. 73-91 January 15, 1974 with the following additional information: The project would be enhanced by the following: 1. The construction with full insulation of all exterior walls and ceilings to reduce the burden on heating and cooling systems. 2. The disposal of all building spoils, such as unusable lumber, wire, pipe, and other surplus or unusable material at an off - site facility equipped to handle them. 3. The stubbing in of natural gas at the locations of clothes dryers, cooking facilities, water heaters, and central heating units to alleviate the possible drain on any one energy source. 4. The staggering of the buildings to provide a variation in setbacks to alleviate the visual impact of the project. The Acting Secretary outlined the proposals to the Board: He further felt that no major difficulties existed on the plans except for the Conditional Exception, whereas the applicant requested carports instead of garages. Minutes: H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments Wednesday, Jan. 16, 1974 Page 3 The Chairman opened the public hearing on Conditional Exception No. 73-71 and Use Permit No. 73-91. The Acting Secretary stated that the building would look better aesthetically if it were broken up instead of one continuous long building. Type of building material was discussed. Elevations were discussed. The applicant's representative stated that the division of land was necessary to create a larger parcel for this development. It was the concensus of the Board that the project necessitated garage doors due to the R-2 Zoning and where the proposed project is to be located. As there were no parties present to speak in favor or opposition to Conditional Exception No. 73-71 and Use Permit No. 73-91, the Chairman closed the public hearing. Board discussion followed. Conditions of approval were discussed. ON MOTION BY GERARDEN AND SECOND BY EADIE CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 73-71 WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS AND THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: FINDINGS: 1. The granting of the Conditional Exception will not be inconsistent with prior actions of the Board of Zoning Adjustments for like developments. 2.- The granting of the Conditional Exception will not adversely affect the neighboring property and vicinity. 3. The granting of the Conditional Exception will create a more functional parking area for the development. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. The plot plan received December 26, 1973 shall be the approved layout. 2. The wall construction on the "0" property line shall be of a decorative concrete or masonry material. 3. Approval of the Conditional Exception does not include waiver of garage door requirements for R-2 Zone. AYES: Gerarden, Ford, Eadie NOES: None ABSENT: None minuLc5: H.B. board of zoning Adjustments ' Wednesday, Jan. 16, 1974 Page 4 ON MOTION BY GERARDEN AND SECOND BY FORD DIVISION OF LAND NO. 73-35 WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: A. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS: 1. Revised tentative parcel map shall be submitted to the Planning Department reflecting accurate parcel dimensions. 2. The parcel map received 12/26/73 shall be the approved layout. 3. Delaware Avenue and Huntington Avenue shall be dedicated to City standards at the time each parcel is developed. 4. Division of Land shall not be effective until a covenant and agreement is signed agreeing to the conditions of approval. B. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO OCCUPANCY OR ISSUANCE OF A CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY: 1. A Parcel Map and the Covenant and Agreement shall be filed with the City and recorded prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy of any structures on any parcel. 2. A copy of the recorded parcel map shall be submitted to the Planning Department. 3. Water supply shall be through the City of Huntington Beach's water supply 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. GENERAL: 1. The project shall be constructed with full insulation of all exterior walls and ceilings to reduce the burden on heating and cooling systems. 2. The disposal of all building spoils, such as unusable lumber, wire, pipe and other surplus or unusable material at an off -site facility equipped to handle them. 3. Both natural gas and electricity shall be stubbed in'at the location of laundry facilities. Minutes: H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments Wednesday, Jan. 16, 1974 Page 5 AYES: Gerarden, Ford, Eadie NOES: None ABSENT: None ON MOTION BY GERARDEN AND SECOND BY EADIE USE PERMIT NO. 73-91 WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS AND THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS AS OUTLINED AND AMENDED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: FINDINGS: The establsihment, maintenance and operation of the use will not be detrimental to: 1. The general welfare of persons residing or working in the vicinity. 2. Injurious to property and improvements to the vicinity of such use or building. 3. That the granting of a Use Permit will not adversely affect the Master Plan of the City of Huntington Beach. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: A. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS: 1. The plot plan received 12/26/73 shall be the approved layout. 2. A revised Plot Plan shall be submitted to the Planning Department for approval action depicting a staggering effect of the length of units on the north and west property lines with a minimum building offset of 4 feet. 3. Delaware Avenue shall be dedicated to City standards at the time each parcel is developed. 4. Elevations of the proposed plan received 12/26/73 shall be the approved elevations. 5. The water, sewer, and fire hydrant system shall be approved by the Department of Public Works and Fire Department. 6. All buildings on lots abutting a City easement shall be set back five (5) feet from the edge of such easement. 7. Soil and compaction reports as required by the Building Department and the Department of Public Works shall be submitted to the City. 8. All applicable conditions of Division of Land No. 73=35 and Conditional Exception No. 73-71 shall be complied with. Minutes; H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments Wednesday, Jan. 16, 1974 Page 6 9.- Rooftop mechanical equipment shall be screened from view. Said screening plan shall be approved by the Building Department. B. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO FINAL INSPECTION: 1. Fire alarm system conduit and appurtenances shall be installed by the developer at locations and to specifications provided by the Fire Department. 2. Delaware Avenue shall be fully improved including street trees, street signs, street lights, fire hydrants, sewer and water main extensions. 3. All utilities shall, be installed underground. 4. Off-street parking facilities shall conform to Article 979. C. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY: 1. The Division of Land approved by the City shall be recorded. 2. A Parcel Map shall be filed with the City and recorded prior to occupancy. 3. Water supply shall be through the City of Huntington Beach's water supply system. 4. Sewage disposal shall be through the City of Huntington Beach's sewage system. 5. Easements for utilities or walkways shall be provided to Department of Public Works standards. 6. The property shall participate in the local drainage assessment district. 7. No structures, other than those shown on the approved plot plan, shall be constructed within the project. 8. All applicable City Ordinances shall be complied with. General: 1. The project shall be constructed with full insulation of all exterior walls and ceilings to'reduce the burden on heating and cooling systems. 2. The disposal of all building spoils, such as unusable lumber, wire, pipe and other surplus or unusable material at an off - site facility equipped to handle them. 3. Both natural gas and electricity shall be stubbed in at the location of laundry facilities. 1 Minutes; H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments Wednesday, Jan. 16, 1974 Page 7 AYES: Gerarden, Ford, Eadie NOES: None ABSENT: None ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 74-2 Applicant: Jacobson & Applebee To permit the construction of an industrial building pursuant to 5.9511 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code located on the south side of Research, approximately 135 ft. east of Container in a 100-M1-15,000 light industrial district. Messrs. Reef, Jacobson and Applebee, the applicants, were present. The Acting Secretary informed the Board that the Environmental Review Board granted Exemption Declaration No. 73-126 July 31, 1973 for Tract 8327. The Acting Secretary further stated that a plan check revealed no major code violations. Board discussed plans with applicants. The possibility of flipping the plan over was discussed. The applicants felt that this would add great expense to their proposed project. Landscaping was discussed. Board discussion followed. Conditions of approval were discussed. ON MOTION BY EADIE AND SECOND BY FORD ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 74-2 WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS AS OUTLINED AND AMENDED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: A. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS: 1. The plot plan received 1/4/74 shall be the approved layout. 2. The letter of approval as outlined by conditions of Tentative Tract 6948 is to be submitted to the Planning Department. •3. A landscaping plan shall be submitted to the Planning Department for review and approval action. 4. Rooftop mechanical equipment shall be screened from view. Said screening plan shall be approved by the Building Department. 5. Research Drive shall be dedicated to City standards at the time each parcel is developed. Minutes: H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments Wednesday, Jan. 16, 1974 Page 8 6. Elevations of the proposed plan received 1/4/74 shall be the approved elevations. 7. The water, sewer, and fire hydrant system shall be approved by the Department of Public Works and Fire Department. 8. All buildings on lots abutting a City easement shall be set back five (5) feet from the edge of such easement. 9. Soil and compaction reports as required by the Building Department and the Department of Public Works shall be sub- mitted to the City. B. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO FINAL INSPECTION: 1. All signs for the proposed development shall be limited to wall signs only. Said plans shall be submitted to the Building Department for approval. 2. Fire alarm system conduit and appurtenances shall be installed by the developer at locations and to specifications provided by the Fire Department. 3. Research Drive shall be fully improved including street trees, street signs, street lights, fire hydrants, sewer and water main extensions. 4. All utilities shall be installed underground. 5. Off-street parking facilities shall conform to Article 979. 6. There shall be no fence, structure or landscaping constructed or maintained over 3 1/2 feet high within a 10 ft. by 10 ft. triangular area at the intersection of driveways and streets or within a 25 ft. by 25 ft. triangular area at the inter- section of streets. C. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY: 1. Water supply shall:be through the City of Huntington Beach's water supply system. 2. Sewage disposal shall be through the City of Huntington Beach's sewage system. 3. Easements for utilities or walkways shall be provided to Department of Public Works standards. 4. The property shall participate in the local drainage assessment district. 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. 1 Minutes: H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments Wednesday, Jan. 16, 1974 Page 9 AYES: Gerarden, Eadie, Ford NOES: None ABSENT: None CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 74-1 Applicant: Bruce L. Smith To permit a 7 ft. encroachment into the minimum 22 ft. required for a front entry garage in lieu of 5.9106.2.1.1 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code located approximately 120 ft. north of Colbreggan on the west side of Callieburn Circle in an R-1, low -density residential district. The applicant was not present. The Acting Secretary informed the Board that this application is a categorical exemption, class 5, California Environmental Quality Act, 1970. The Chairman opened the public hearing. As there were no parties present to speak in favor or opposition to Conditional Exception No. 74-1, the Chairman closed the public hearing. ON MOTION BY GERARDEN AND SECOND BY FORD CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 74-1 WAS DENIED FOR THE FOLLOWING REASONS BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: 1. The shape and configuration of this property would not prohibit conventional development at a 22 ft. setback. 2. If the building, as presented were reversed, it could, with minor modification, meet the required setback. 3. The 7-1/2 ft. setback on this property would not be consistent with the staggered setback previously approved for this subdivision at the time of initial development. 4. The applicant has failed to demonstrate a justifiable hardship. AYES: Gerarden, Eadie, Ford NOES: None ABSENT: None CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 74-2 Applicant: Irving J. Snyder & Assoc. To permit an existing pole sign and a proposed pole sign to encroach within the minimum setback from an interior property Minutes: H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments Wednesday, Jan. 16, 1974 Page 10 line in lieu of S.9763.3(a) of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code located approximately 351 feet west of Magnolia on the north side of Adams in a C-2, commercial retail district. Mr. Charles Lamb, representing the applicant, and Mr. Irving Snyder, the applicant, were present. The Acting Secretary informed the Board that this application is a categorical exemption, class 5, California Environmental Quality Act, 1970. Board discussed plans with applicant and his representative. The Chairman opened the public hearing. It was the concensus of the Board that the sign must be brought down to a 25 ft. height. Various ways of reorganizing the signs were discussed. The Board suggested that some of the sign copy be transferred onto another sign. Mr. Snyder, at this point, stated that he was not ready to build another sign due to lack of tenants. Color scheme was discussed. It was the applicant's wish to withdraw his application and re- build the sign to meet ordinance code requirements. ON MOTION BY EADIE AND SECOND BY GERARDEN CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 74-2 WAS WITHDRAWN BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Gerarden, Eadie, Ford NOES: None ABSENT: None MISCELLANEOUS ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 73-218 Applicant: Miller & Weaver REVISED PLANS & ELEVATIONS DATED 1-14-74 CONDITION A-1 The Board discussed the revised plans and elevations, and found them to be within ordinance code requirements. ON MOTION BY GERARDEN AND SECOND BY EADIE REVISED PLANS AND ELEVATIONS DATED 1-14-i74 WERE APPROVED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Gerarden, Eadie, Ford NOES: None ABSENT: None ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 73-204 REVISED PLOT PLAN DATED 1-15-74 Applicant: John St. Amour CONDITION A-1 Minutes; H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments Wednesday, Jan. lb, 1974 Page 11 The Board discussed the revised plans and elevations, and found them to be within ordinance code requirements. ON MOTION BY EADIE AND SECOND BY FORD REVISED PLOT PLAN DATED 1-15-74 WAS APPROVED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Gerarden, Eadie, Ford NOES: None ABSENT: None Applicant: Huntington Beach High School Traffic and Safety Education Department The Acting Secretary presented a request for a special permit through the City Administrator's Office which has been submitted to the Board of Zoning Adjustments for comment and review. Traffic Rodeo to be held on Shipley Street between 17th Street and Adams Avenue January 17, 18, 21, 22, and 23. Classes for 400 students will be held from 8:00 A.M. until 2:30 P.M. each of these days. The Board reviewed and approved said event with the following suggested condition of approval. 1. If the activity is authorized by the City, it shall be supervised by a member of the Huntington Beach Police Department or a member of the Traffic Division. The Board discussed the revising of Standard Conditions of Approval. The Division of Land Standard Conditions of Approval are currently waiting legal opinion from the City Attorney's office. SIGNS: None THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS, MEETING ADJOURNED. Dave ie C r est. Gerarden Acting Secretary Chairman