Loading...
HomeMy WebLinkAbout1974-06-12MINUTES HUNTINGTON BEACH BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS Civic Center 2000 Main St., Rm. B-306 Huntington Beach, Calif. WEDNESDAY, JUNE 12, 1974 - 1:15 P.M. BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Eadie, Spencer, Crosby BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT: None OTHER CITY DEPARTMENT Captain Hosmer MEMBERS REPRESENTED: Fire Department MINUTES: ON MOTION BY SPENCER AND SECOND BY CROSBY MINUTES OF MAY 15, 1974 WERE APPROVED AS TRANSCRIBED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Eadie, Spencer, Crosby NOES: None ABSENT: None AGENDA ITEMS CONTINUED OR WITHDRAWN: ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 74-66 (Cont. from 6/5/74) Applicant: William Linderoth To permit the construction of a 4 unit apartment building pursuant to S.9201.2 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code located on the east side of 9th Street, approximately 100 ft. north of Acacia Avenue in an R-3, medium high density residential district. The Chairman informed the Board that the applicant submitted a written request to the Board requesting withdrawal of his application. Board concurred with withdrawal. ON MOTION BY EADIE AND SECOND BY SPENCER ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 74-66 WAS WITHDRAWN BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Eadie, Spencer, Crosby NOES: None ABSENT: None REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS: USE PERMIT NO. 74-12 (Cont. from 4/3/74) Applicant: Brent Enterprises, Inc. Minutes: H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments Wednesday, June 12, 1974 Page 2 To permit the construction and operation of a coin operated car wash pursuant to 5.9430.7 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code located on the south side of Garfield Avenue, approximately 200 ft. west of Brookhurst Street in a C-2, community business district. Mr. Frank Brent, the applicant, and Mr. Bill Harrison, property owner, were present. The Chairman opened the public hearing. The Chairman informed the Board the Environmental Review Board granted Exemption Declaration No. 74-37 on April 2, 1974 with the following additional information: No environmental impact report has been prepared for this project, and the Negative Declaration issued for the project has been properly posted in the office of the City Clerk. Findings are based upon information contained in the exemption declaration request as well as upon statements made by the applicant at the Environmental Review Board's meeting. The Board discussed the additional information transmitted by the Environmental Review Board. ON MOTION BY EADIE AND SECOND BY SPENCER THE BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS ADOPTED EXEMPTION DECLARATION NO. 74-37 BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Eadie, Spencer, Crosby NOES: None ABSENT: None The Chairman outlined the history of this proposal and stated this application had been previously continued indefinitely. Possible developments for the rear of the property were discussed. It was noted that the rear of the proposal would be difficult to develop due to the immediate drop of 8 or 9 feet of the property. Traffic flow of the proposal was discussed. It was the consensus of the Board that no traffic problems would be created. As there were no further parties present to speak in favor or opposition to Use Permit No. 74-12, the Chairman closed the public hearing. Board discussion followed. Conditions of approval and findings were discussed. C 1 Minutes: H.B. Board of Zoning aujust-menr-s Wednesday, June 12, 1974 Page 3 ON MOTION BY EADIE AND SECOND BY SPENCER USE PERMIT NO. 74-12 WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS AND FINDINGS AS OUTLINED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: A. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS: 1. The conceptual plot plan received March 13, 1974 shall be the approved layout as amended indicating deletion of property line to the rear of the property. 2. A revised plot plan shall be submitted to the Planning Department for approval action. Said plan shall incorporate a plan encompassing the total parcel. 3. Soil and compaction reports as required by the Building Department and the Department of Public Works shall be submitted and approved by the City. 4. Plans depicting the fire protection systems including automatic sprinkler systems, fire hydrants, fire alarms and any required fire protection device shall be approved by the Fire and Public Works Departments. 5. A landscaping and irrigation plan shall be submitted to the Planning Department for review and approval action. B. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO FINAL INSPECTION: 1. All utilities shall be installed underground. 2. Water supply shall be through the City of Huntington Beach's water supply system. 3. Sewage disposal shall be subject to approval by City Engineer. 4. The property shall participate in the local drainage assessment district. (Contact Dept. of Public Works) 5. No structures, other than those shown on the approved plot plan, shall be constructed within the project. 6. The sewer system shall be approved by the Department of Public Works and Fire Department. GENERAL: 1. All signs for the proposed development shall be submitted to the Board of Zoning Adjustments for approval. The Board of Zoning Adjustments encourages signs which reflect a common theme with respect to design materials and colors which are compatible with the architectural theme of the proposed project. 2. All required fire hydrants shall be installed, accessible and operable prior to the construction of any permanent structure using combustible material. Mintues: H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments Wednesday, June 12, 1974 Page 4 FINDINGS: 1. The project is not adverse to the General Plan. 2. All aspects of S.9811.2 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code have been established. 3. The proposal is consistent with the City's Policy Plan to provide better building construction and good design. 4. The plan efficiently utilizes the narrow portion of'the total conforming lot while not limiting the development possibly of the remainder of the parcel. AYES: Eadie, Spencer, Crosby NOES: None ABSENT: None USE PERMIT NO. 74-13 (Cont. from 5/29/74) Applicant: Franklin J. Buccella To permit the construction of a 38 unit apartment building pursuant to S.9203.1.3 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code located on the west side of Lynn Street, approximately 450 ft. north of Warner Avenue in an R-3, medium high density residential district. The applicant was not present. The Chairman opened the public hearing. The Chairman informed the Board that the Environmental Review Board granted Exemption Declaration No. 74-42 April 16, 1974 with the following additional information: The Board offers the following recommendations to mitigate the cumulative effect of successive construction projects of this nature: 1. If the developer proposes to provide air conditioning, the insulation in the exterior ceilings shall be a minimum of R-19 and that in the exterior walls shall be a minimum of R-11; if no air conditioning is to be provided, the insulation in the exterior ceilings shall be a minimum of R-13 and that in the exterior walls shall be a minimum of R-7. 2. All building spoils such as unusable lumber, wire, pipe, and other surplus or unusable material, shall be disposed of at an offsite facility equipped to handle them. Minutes: H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustmen-s Wednesday, June 12, 1974 Page 5 3. Gas and electic outlets for appliances shall be stubbed in to comply with the "Concern Award" specifications. 4'. Because the project is located on a fault line, it is recom- mended that the foundations and footings be designed to withstand earthquake stresses,.as determined by the Building Department. Mrs. Bogdonovich, Mrs. Mitchel and Mrs. Kreuder addressed the Board and stated their opposition to the proposal. Mrs. Bogdonovich stated that the proposal should not be constructed due to seismic, density, lack of park and school sites and road problems. She requested the Board to continue this application until the Planning Department had concluded studies in that area relating to seismic, density, lack of park and school site, etc. The Chairman informed the Board and the residents of Huntington Harbour present, that the City Council has approved Tract 8000 to be built in that vicinity. As there were no further parties present to speak in favor or opposition to Use Permit No. 74-13, the Chairman closed the public hearing. The Board discussed the proposal. Conditions of existing streets in the vicinity were discussed. Mr. Crosby stated that the Department of Public Works had plans to commence street improvement by the end of July, 1974 including improvements of streets, curbs and gutters. It was noted that the proposed plot plan was lacking in open space. The Chairman stated that the applicant had proposed dropping a unit to meet open space requirements. The Board proposed a one week continuance to allow the applicant to be present and to discuss the open space requirements. ON MOTION BY SPENCER AND SECOND BY CROSBY USE PERMIT NO. 74-13 WAS CONTINUED TO JUNE 19, 1974 BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Eadie, Spencer, Crosby NOES: None ABSENT: None ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 74-68 (Cont. from 5/29/74) Applicant: Russel Jednick To permit the construction of a two unit apartment building pursuant to S.9201.2 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code located on the west side of 19th Street, approximately 75 ft. north of Olive Avenue in an R-3, medium high density residential district. Minutes: H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments Wednesday, June 12, 1974 Page 6 The applicant was not present. The Chairman informed the Board that this application is a categorical exemption, class 3, California Environmental Quality Act, 1970. The Board discussed proposed plans. It was noted that the applicant has failed to meet Huntington Beach Ordinance Code requirements. It was the consensus of the Board to deny the application without prejudice as the applicant has not pursued any alternative methods or com- municated with the Board. ON MOTION BY EADIE AND SECOND BY SPENCER ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 74-68 WAS DENIED WITHOUT PREJUDICE FOR THE FOLLOWING REASON BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: 1. The applicant has failed to meet Huntington Beach Ordinance Code requirements. AYES: Eadie, Spencer, Crosby NOES: None ABSENT: None ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 74-69 (Cont. from 5/29/74) Applicant: Russel Jednick To permit the construction of a two unit apartment building pursuant to 5.9231.6 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code located on the west side of 19th Street, approximately 150 ft. north of Walnut Avenue in an R-4, high density residential district. The applicant was not present. The Chairman informed the Board that this application is a categorical exemption, class 3, California Environmental Quality Act, 1970. The Board discussed proposed plans. It was noted that the applicant has failed to meet Huntington Beach Ordinance Code requirements. It was the consensus of the Board to deny the application without prejudice as the applicant has not pursued any alternative methods or communicated with the Board. ON MOTION BY EADIE AND SECOND BY SPENCER ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 74-69 WAS DENIED WITHOUT PREJUDICE FOR THE FOLLOWING REASON BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: 1. The applicant has failed to meet Huntington Beach Ordinance Code requirements. AYES: Eadie, Spencer, Crosby NOES: None ABSENT: None Minutes: H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments Wednesday, June 12, 1974 Page 7 USE PERMIT NO. 74-16 (Cont. from 6/5/74) Applicant: Warren E. Ten Eyck To permit the construction of a 60 unit apartment project pursuant to S.9203.3.1.3 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code located on the southwest corner of Constantine Dr. and Carolyn Lane, approximately 150 ft. west of Lister Lane in an R-3, medium -high density residential district. Mr. Ten Eyck, the applicant, and Mr. Jim Thomas, representing the applicant, were present. The Chairman opened the public hearing. The Chairman informed the Board that the Environmental Review Board granted Exemption Declaration No. 74-52 on May 15, 1974 with the following additional information: The Board offers the following recommendations to mitigate the cumulative effect of successive construction projects of this nature: 1. If the developer proposes to provide air conditioning, the insulation in the exterior ceilings shall be a minimum of R-19 and that in the exterior walls shall be a minimum of R-11; if no air conditioning is to be provided, the insulation in the exterior ceilings shall be a minimum of R-13 and that in the exterior walls shall be a minimum of R-7. 2. All building spoils, such as unusable lumber, wire, pipe, and other surplus or unusable material, shall be disposed of at an offsite facility equipped to handle them. 3. Natural gas and electricity shall be stubbed in at the locations of clothes dryers, and natural gas only shall be stubbed in at the locations of cooking facilities, water heaters, and central heating units. 4. A soils engineer shall be engaged to indicate the G-factor due to earth movement for this location. 5. A structural engineer shall be engaged to compile calculations for footings and structural members of the facility to with- stand these G-factors. The Board discussed the additional information transmitted by the Environmental Review Board and adopted them as conditions of approval. ON MOTION BY SPENCER AND SECOND BY EADIE THE BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS ADOPTED EXEMPTION DECLARATION NO. 74-52 BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Eadie, Spencer, Crosby NOES: None ABSENT: None Minutes: H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments Wednesday, June 12, 1974 Page 8 Board discussed plans with applicant and his representative. It was noted that the plans were within ordinance code re- quirements. Setbacks from the property were discussed, as well as elevations. As there were no parties present to speak in favor or opposition to Use Permit No. 74-16, the Chairman closed the public hearing. Board discussion followed. Conditions of approval and findings were discussed. ON MOTION BY SPENCER AND SECOND BY EADIE USE PERMIT NO. 74-16 WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS AND FINDINGS BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: A. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS: 1. The revised conceptual plot plan received May 31, 1974 shall be the approved layout. 2. Constantine Drive right-of-way shall be dedicated to City standards at the time each parcel is developed. 3. Elevations of the proposed plan shall be submitted to the Board of Zoning Adjustments for review and approval action. 4. Soil and compaction reports as required by the Building Department and the Department of Public Works shall be submitted and approved by the City. 5. Plans depicting the fire protection systems including automatic sprinkler systems, fire hydrants, fire alarms and any required fire protection device shall be approved by the Fire and Public Works Departments. 6. A landscaping and irrigation plan shall be submitted to the Planning Department for review and approval action. B. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO FINAL INSPECTION: 1. Constantine Drive shall be fully improved including street trees, street signs, street lights, fire hydrants, sewer and water main extensions. 2. All utilities shall be installed underground. 3. There shall be no fence, structure or landscaping con- structed 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 intersection of streets. Minutes: H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments Wednesday, June 12, 1974 Page 9 4. Water supply shall be through the City of Huntington Beach's water supply system. 5. Sewage disposal shall be through the City of Huntington Beach's sewage system. 6. The property shall participate in the local drainage assessment district. (Contact Dept. of Public Works) 7. No structures, other than those shown on the approved plot plan, shall be constructed within the project. 8. The sewer system shall be approved by the Department of Public Works. GENERAL: 1. All signs for the proposed development shall be submitted to the Board of Zoning Adjustments for approval. The Board of Zoning Adjustments encourages signs which reflect a common theme with respect to design materials and colors which are compatible with the architectural theme of the proposed project. 2. All required fire hydrants shall be installed, accessible and operable prior to the construction of any permanent structure using combustible material. 3. If the developer proposes to provide air conditioning, the insulation in the exterior ceilings shall be a minimum of R-19 and that in the exterior walls shall be a minimum of R-11; if no air conditioning is to be provided, the insulation in the exterior ceilings shall be a minimum of R-13 and that in the exterior walls shall be a minimum of R-7. 4. All building spoils, such as unusable lumber, wire, pipe, and other surplus or unusable material, shall be disposed of at an offsite facility equipped to handle them. 5. Natural gas and electricity shall be stubbed in at the location of clothes dryers, natural gas only shall be stubbed in at the locations of cooking facilities, water heaters, and central heating units. 6. A soils engineer shall be engaged to indicate the G-factor due to earth movement for this location. 7. A structural engineer shall be engaged to compile calculations for footings and structural members of the facility to withstand these G-factors. FINDINGS: 1. The proposed apartment complex is consistent in construction and architecture with other dwellings in the area. Minutes: H:B. Board of Zoning Adjustments Wednesday, June 12, 1974 Page 10 2. The dwelling maintains quality control regarding seismisity through the applicants acceptance to implement the Conditions of Approval regarding G-factor construction. 3. The proposal is consistent with the City's Policy Plan to provide better building construction and good design. AYES: Eadie, Spencer, Crosby NOES: None ABSENT: None ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 74-72 (Cont. from 6/5/74) Applicant: Hilton Phillip Bowen To permit the care of six (6) non -related persons pursuant to S.9730.27 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code located on the north side of Tucana Avenue, approximately 94 ft. west of Goldenwest Street in an R-1, low density residential district. The Chairman opened the public hearing. The Chairman informed the Board that this application is a categorical exemption, class 1 California Environmental Quality Act, 1970. Mr. Bowen, the applicant, was present. Board discussed plans with applicant. It was noted that Mr. Bowen had not obtained proof of licensing from the State of California and was further informed that the Board was unable to act on his application until such proof has been established. A continuation of this application has been proposed by the Board to allow applicant time to acquire licensing from the State of California. ON MOTION BY EADIE AND SECOND BY SPENCER ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 74-72 WAS CONTINUED TO JUNE 26, 1974 BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Eadie, Spencer, Crosby NOES: None ABSENT: None CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 74-34 (Cont. from 6/5/74) Applicant: I.C.R. Corporation To permit the reduction of the six (6) percent landscaping re- quirement in lieu of S.9792.2.2 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code located 600 ft. south of Talbert Avenue, east of the southern Pacific Railroad right-of-way, in an M-1, light industrial district. The applicant was not present. Minutes: H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments Wednesday, June 12, 1974 Page 11 The Chairman informed the Board that the application is a categorical exemption, class 5, California Environmental Quality Act, 1970. The Chairman opened the public hearing. Board discussed plans. As there were no parties present to speak in favor or opposition to Conditional Exception No. 74-34, the Chairman closed the public hearing. ON MOTION BY CROSBY AND SECOND BY SPENCER CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 74-34 WAS DENIED FOR THE FOLLOWING REASONS BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: 1. Applicant has failed to demonstrate a justifiable hardship. AYES: Eadie, Spencer, Crosby NOES: None ABSENT: None CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 74-37 (Cont. from 6/5/74) Applicant: Martin & Teresa Doniger To permit the encroachment of a 6 ft. high wall into the front yard setback in lieu of 5.9104 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code located on the north side of Edgewater Lane, approximately 65 ft. north of Davenport in an R-1, low density residential district. Mrs. Doniger, the applicant, was present. The Chairman informed the Board that this application is a categorical exemption, class 5, California Environmental Quality Act, 1970. The Chairman opened the public hearing. Mrs. Doniger presented a list of several homes in the vicinity that had been granted similar variances. Board discussed each home selected by Mrs. Doniger, individually as to certain circumstances why these homes were granted variances. The Chairman stated that a code amendment would be recommended to allow a greater variation in setback requirements for walls, but stated that the applicant had failed to demonstrate a justifiable hardship at this time relating to the premise of a Conditional Exception. As there were no parties present to speak in favor or opposition to Conditional Exception No. 74-37, the Chairman closed the public hearing. Minutes: H.B, Board of Zoning Adjustments Wednesday, June 12, 1974 Page 12 Board discussion followed. ON MOTION BY SPENCER AND SECOND BY CROSBY CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 74-37 WAS DENIED FOR THE FOLLOWING REASON BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: 1. Applicant has failed to demonstrate a justifiable hardship. AYES: Eadie, Spencer, Crosby NOES: None ABSENT: None USE PERMIT NO. 74-22 (Cont. from 6/5/74) Applicant: Doyle's Camper Service To permit the use of existing facilities for sporting goods and camper equipment pursuant to 5.9530.2 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code located on the south side of Slater Avenue, approximately 170 ft. west of Morgan Avenue in an M-1, light industrial district. Mr. Doyle, the applicant, and Mr. Harvey Soloman, representing the applicant, were present. The Chairman informed the Board that this application is a categorical exemption, class 1, California Environmental Quality Act, 1970. The Chairman opened the public hearing. Board discussed plans with applicant and his representative. The Board questioned Mr. Doyle of the amount of manufacturing to be done on the proposed site. Mr. Doyle stated that he is doing most of the manufacturing on site now and that he is in business to sell camper parts, repair work, fishing related items, the manufacturing of custom poles, sinkers, etc. Parking was discussed. As there were no persons present to speak in favor or opposition to Use Permit No. 74-22, the Chairman closed the public hearing. Board discussion followed. Conditions of approval and findings were discussed. ON MOTION BY SPENCER AND SECOND BY CROSBY USE PERMIT NO. 74-22 WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS AND FINDINGS BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. Sales shall be limited to scope of Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. 1 Minutes: H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments Wednesday, June 12, 1974 Page 13 2. All applicable conditions of 5.9530.2 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code shall be complied with. FINDINGS: 1. The use as described by the applicant is consistent with code provisions; i.e. certain products manufactured on the site may be permitted to be sold according to criteria contained in the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code. 2. The combination of commercial and industrial uses as des- cribed, would be compatible with the existing land use in the vicinity. AYES: Eadie, Spencer, Crosby NOES: None ABSENT: None ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 74-78 Applicant: A. DeLeonardis To permit the construction of a two unit apartment building pursuant to S.9161.2 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code located on the east side of 15th Street, approximately 85 ft. north of Acacia Avenue in an R-2, medium density residential district. The applicant was not present. The Chairman informed the Board that this application is a categorical exemption, class 3, California Environmental Quality Act, 1970. Board discussed plans, and found plans to be within ordinance code requirements. Conditions of approval were discussed. ON MOTION BY EADIE AND SECOND BY CROSBY ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 74-78 WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS AS OUTLINED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: A. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS: 1. The conceptual plot plan received May 28, 1974 shall be the approved layout. 2. 15th Street and Alley right-of-way shall be dedicated to City standards at the time each parcel is developed. 3. All buildings on lots abutting a City easement shall be set back five (5) feet from the edge of such easement. 4. Soil and compaction reports as required by the Building Department and the Department of Public Works shall be sub- mitted and approved by the City. Minutes: H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments Wednesday, June 12, 1974 Page 14 5. Plans depicting the fire protection systems including automatic sprinkler systems, fire hydrants, fire alarms and any required fire protection device shall be approved by the Fire and Public Works Departments. 6. Easements for utilities or walkways shall be provided to Department of Public Works standards. B. TO BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO FINAL INSPECTION: 1. 15th Street and Alley shall be fully improved including street trees, street signs, street lights, fire hydrants, sewer and water main extensions. 2. All utilities shall be installed underground. 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. The property shall participate in the local drainage assessment district. (Contact Dept. of Public Works) 6. No structures, other than those shown on the approved plot plan shall be constructed within the project. 7. The sewer system shall be approved by the Department of Public Works and Fire Department. GENERAL: 1. All required fire hydrants shall be installed, accessible and operable prior to the construction of any permanent structure using combustible material. 2. If additional dedication across the alley from subject site can not be obtained, the applicant shall set back 2'6" further in order to attain a 25 ft. turning radius into garages. 3. If the developer proposes to provide air conditioning, the insulation in the exterior ceilings shall be a minimum of R-19 and that in the exterior walls shall be a minimum of R-11; if no air conditioning is to be provided, the insulation in the exterior ceilings shall.be a minimum of R-13 and that in the exterior walls shall be a minimum of R-7. 4. All building spoils, such as unusable lumber, wire, pipe, and other surplus or unusable material, shall be disposed of at an offsite facility equipped to handle them. Minutes: H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments Wednesday, June 12, 1974 Page 15 5. Natural gas and electricity shall be stubbed in at the location of clothes dryers, and natural gas only shall be stubbed in at the locations of cooking facilities, water heaters, and central heating units. AYES: Eadie, Spencer, Crosby NOES: None ABSENT: None USE PERMIT NO. 74-21 Applicant: Robert A. Maynard To permit the construction and operation of a waste paper recycling yard pursuant to S.9530.2 (c) of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code located on the east side of Gothard Street, approximately 800 ft. south of Slater Avenue in an M1-CD light industrial civic district. Mr. Maynard, the applicant, and Mr. Menning, representing the applicant, were present. The Chairman opened the public hearing. The Chairman informed the Board that the Environmental Review Board granted Exemption Declaration No. 74-21 on June 4, 1974 with the following additional information: No environmental impact report has been prepared for this project, and the Negative Declaration issued for the project has been properly posted in the office of the City Clerk. Findings are based upon information contained in the exemption declaration request and discussion at the Board meeting. Board discussed additional information transmitted by the Environmental Review Board. Board discussed plans with applicant and his representative. The existance of a private easement was discussed versus the accessibility to the proposed project. The appropriate use of the proposal for the location was discussed. Also, landscaping and street alignment were discussed. As there were no persons present to speak in favor or opposition to Use Permit No. 74-21, the Chairman closed the public hearing. The Board proposed a continuance to obtain additional information regarding the subject site. Minutes: H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments Wednesday, June 12, 1974 Page 16 ON MOTION BY SPENCER AND SECOND BY CROSBY USE PERMIT NO. 74-21 WAS CONTINUED TO JUNE 19, 1974 BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Eadie, Spencer, Crosby NOES: None ABSENT: None PLOT PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 74-3 Applicant: Huntington Harbour Corporation To permit the partial redesign of Tract 8039 pursuant to S.9811.4 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code located on the south side of Sharkfin Lane, approximately 220 ft. east of Pacific Coast Highway in an R-2, medium density residential district and R-3, medium high density residential district. Mr. William Duncan of Huntington Harbour Corp. and Mr. Milt Madole, of Toups Engineering, were present. The Chairman informed the Board that this application is a categorical exemption, class 5, California Environmental Quality Act, 1970. The Chairman opened the public hearing. Board discussed plans with applicant and his representative. Mr. Duncan outlined the proposal to the Board. Mr. Henley of the La Solana Corporation and Mr. Ed Smith of 17092 Pacific Coast Highway were present to inquire about the proposed amendments to the plot plan. After an explanation by Mr. Duncan of the proposed amendments, neither of the gentlemen were in opposition to the proposed project. As there were no further parties present to speak in favor or opposition to Plot Plan Amendment No. 74-3, the Chairman closed the public hearing. It was the consensus of the Board that the proposal meets ordinance code requirements. ON MOTION BY SPENCER AND SECOND BY CROSBY PLOT PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 74-3 WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: 1. The Plot Plan Amendment does not constitute a substantial change. 2. The proposed use of the property shall remain the same. 3. The dwelling unit density shall not be increased. I 4. The adjustment shall result in an improved plan. 1 Minutes: H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments Wednesday, June 12, 1974 Page 17 AYES: Eadie, Crosby, Spencer NOES: None ABSENT: None MISCELLANEOUS: RECONSIDERATION OF PLOT PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 74-1 Applicant: Signal Landmark Inc. To permit an amendment of the approved plan (Tract 5419) pursuant to S.9811.4 of the Huntington Beach Ordinance Code located generally on the northwest corner of Atlanta and Magnolia in an R-1, low density residential district. The Chairman informed the Board that the Board wishes to reconsider Plot Plan Amendment No. 74-1 due to previous improper notification. ON MOTION BY EADIE AND SECOND BY SPENCER PLOT PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 74-1 WAS RECONSIDERED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Eadie, Spencer, Crosby NOES: None ABSENT: None The Chairman opened the public hearing. As there were no parties present to speak in favor or opposition to the project, the Chairman closed the public hearing. Board discussed the plans and wished to uphold their decision of June 5, 1974. ON MOTION BY EADIE AND SECOND BY SPENCER, PLOT PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 74-1 WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: 1. The use remains the same. 2. The density is not increased. 3. Revisions will result in improvement in placement of sidewalks nearer parking areas and an increase of open space. 4. There is not a substantial change in the plans. AYES: Eadie, NOES: None ABSENT: None Spencer, Crosby Minutes: H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments Wednesday, June 12, 1974 Page 18 RECONSIDERATION OF CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 74-30 Applicant: Hearn Paschall Mr. Paschall addressed the Board and asked the Board to reconsider action taken by the Board on June 5, 1974. Mr. Paschall's request was predicated on the fact that he is endeavoring to revise plans eliminating the on -site parking problem which was cited as a reason for denial the previous week, however, still seeking an encroachment. ON MOTION BY EADIE AND SECOND BY SPENCER THE BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS RECONSIDERED ACTION TAKEN BY THE BOARD ON JUNE 5, 1974 AND FURTHER INSTRUCTED THE SECRETARY TO READVERTISE THE PROPOSED CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 74-39 TO REFLECT'THE MODIFIED REQUEST. AYES: Eadie, Spencer, Crosby NOES: None ABSENT: None ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 74-111 Applicant: Huntington Executive Park SIGNING Board discussed proposed signing for Huntington Beach Executive Park. Proposed signs were: Secondary Center Identification Sign 12 Sq. Ft. and Primary Center Identification Sign 108 Sq. Ft. Board discussed proposed signs and found them to be within ordinance code requirements. ON MOTION BY EADIE AND SECOND BY CROSBY SECONDARY I.D. SIGN 12 SQ. FT. AND PRIMARY CENTER I.D. SIGN 108 SQ. FT. WERE APPROVED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Eadie, Spencer, Crosby NOES: None ABSENT: None ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW NO. 74-11 ROOFTOP MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT Applicant: Robert Tepper SCREENING PLAN AND ELEVATIONS Board discussed rooftop mechanical equipment screening plan and elevations and found plans to be within ordinance code requirements. ON MOTION BY EADIE AND SECOND BY CROSBY ROOFTOP MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT SCREENING PLAN AND ELEVATIONS WERE APPROVED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Eadie, Spencer, Crosby NOES: None ABSENT: None Minutes: H.B. Board of Zoning Adjustments Wednesday, June 12, 1974 Page 19 SIGNS: NONE THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS, MEETING ADJOURNED. Dave Eadie, Secretary & Chairman Board of Zoning Adjustments 1